We Love Florence Pugh I Hate Critics Movie Review podcast

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Crimson Tide Directed by Tony Scott Starring Denzel Washington, Gene Hackman, and Viggo Mortensen Release Date May 12th, 1995 After the Cold War, a breakaway Russian republic with nuclear warheads becomes a possible worldwide threat. U.S. submarine Capt. Frank Ramsey (Gene Hackman) signs on a relatively green but highly recommended Lt. Cmdr. Ron Hunter (Denzel Washington) to the USS Alabama, which may be the only ship able to stop a possible Armageddon. When Ramsay insists that the Alabama must act aggressively, Hunter, fearing they will start rather than stop a disaster, leads a potential mutiny to stop him.…

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Shadow Force 1:05:27

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This week on the I Hate Critics Movie Review Podcast, Jeff and Sean discuss two new documentaries stirring up buzz in the film world: The Dark Side of Society , which explores the cult horror hit Society , and Megadoc , a behind-the-scenes look at Francis Ford Coppola’s long-gestating and enigmatic Megalopolis . New Releases Shadow Force Directed by Joe Carnahan Starring Omar Sy and Kerry Washington An estranged couple with a dangerous past are forced back together when their former employers—a secretive shadow ops unit—put a deadly bounty on their heads. With their son in tow, they must outrun trained killers and reconcile old wounds. Fight or Flight Directed by James Madigan Starring Josh Hartnett Mid-air mayhem erupts as a mercenary tracks a mysterious figure known only as "The Ghost" on an international flight. When it’s revealed the plane is packed with assassins targeting them both, survival depends on an uneasy alliance. Clown in a Cornfield Directed by Eli Craig Starring Katie Douglas and Kevin Durand A small town’s hidden rage takes a terrifying turn when a vengeful clown emerges from the cornfields, targeting residents one by one. Part slasher, part social commentary, this horror flick mixes bloodshed with rural paranoia. Classic Review: The Funhouse (1981) Directed by Tobe Hooper Starring Elizabeth Berridge In this underrated cult classic, a group of teens sneaks into a traveling carnival for an overnight thrill—but their night of mischief turns deadly when they witness a murder inside the Funhouse. Trapped inside with a disfigured killer, it’s a fight to survive until morning. Coming Next Week: Final Destination: Bloodline Hurry Up Tomorrow Follow Us: Website: I Hate Critics Facebook: Everyone is a Critic Podcast Twitter/X: @criticspod Instagram: @criticspod Patreon: Support Us Merch: TeePublic Store YouTube: Watch Us 🎨 Check out Jeff’s Art at Jeff Lassiter Art 📝 Read Sean’s Reviews at Sean at the Movies Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe!…

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We Love Florence Pugh 56:33

14 днів тому56:33

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On this week’s episode of the I Hate Critics Movie Review Podcast , Sean and Jeff celebrate one of the most dynamic actresses working today—Florence Pugh. From indie dramas to superhero blockbusters, she’s proven her versatility again and again. We take a deep dive into her incredible career, discussing highlights like Fighting with My Family , Macbeth , The Falling , A Good Person , Little Women , Oppenheimer , and, of course, Midsommar . New Releases: The Surfer Directed by Lorcan Finnegan Starring Nicolas Cage A man returns to his childhood beach to surf with his son, only to be humiliated by territorial locals. What starts as a quiet trip turns into a psychological and physical war of wills. The Shrouds Directed by David Cronenberg Starring Vincent Cassel, Diane Kruger, and Guy Pearce In classic Cronenberg fashion, this eerie sci-fi tale follows a grieving tech entrepreneur who invents a machine to communicate with the dead—blurring the line between life, death, and obsession. Another Simple Favor Directed by Paul Feig Starring Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick The stylish thriller returns as Stephanie heads to Italy to support her enigmatic friend Emily—only to find herself wrapped up in another web of secrets, lies, and possibly revenge. Thunderbolts Directed by Jake Schreier Starring Florence Pugh, David Harbour, Sebastian Stan, and Lewis Pullman Marvel’s team of misfits and antiheroes—including Yelena Belova—are thrown together for a dangerous mission where survival means confronting their most painful pasts. Spotlight: The Career of Florence Pugh We break down the rise of Florence Pugh—how she’s become one of our favorite performers and why she continues to command the screen no matter the genre. Follow Us: Website: I Hate Critics Facebook: Everyone is a Critic Podcast Twitter/X: @criticspod Instagram: @criticspod Patreon: Support Us Merch: TeePublic Store YouTube: Watch Us 🎨 Check out Jeff’s Art: Jeff Lassiter Art 📝 Read Sean’s Reviews: Sean at the Movies Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe!…

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1995 - While You Were Sleeping 1:00:59

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While You Were Sleeping Directed by John Turteltaub Starring Sandra Bullock and Bill Pullman Released April 21st, 1995 Lonely transit worker Lucy Eleanor Moderatz (Sandra Bullock) pulls her longtime crush, Peter (Peter Gallagher), from the path of an oncoming train. At the hospital, doctors report that he's in a coma, and a misplaced comment from Lucy causes Peter's family to assume that she is his fiancée. When Lucy doesn't correct them, they take her into their home and confidence. Things get even more complicated when she finds herself falling for Peter's sheepish brother, Jack (Bill Pullman).…

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We Love Revenge of the Sith 1:15:02

22 дні тому1:15:02

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This week on the I Hate Critics Movie Review Podcast, we're tackling two exciting new releases and diving back into a pivotal moment in the Star Wars saga! New This Week: The Accountant 2 Directed by Gavin O’Connor Starring Ben Affleck and Jon Bernthal Christian Wolff returns! This time, the brilliant forensic accountant teams up with his estranged but deadly brother to take on a dangerous new threat. Together, they must track down mysterious assassins before it’s too late. Until Dawn Directed by David F. Sandberg Starring Ella Rubin and Peter Stormare A group of friends searching for a missing sister find themselves trapped in a terrifying time loop. Stalked by a masked killer in a desolate valley, they must relive the nightmare again and again until they find a way to survive the night—or die trying. This Week’s Classic: Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith Directed by George Lucas Starring Ewan McGregor and Natalie Portman Three years into the Clone Wars, Anakin Skywalker’s loyalty is tested like never before. As he grows closer to Chancellor Palpatine and further from the Jedi Order, darkness looms. In one of the saga’s most pivotal chapters, friendships are shattered, and Darth Vader is born. Follow Us: Website: I Hate Critics Facebook: Everyone is a Critic Podcast Twitter/X: @criticspod Instagram: @criticspod Patreon: Support Us Merch: TeePublic Store YouTube: Watch Us Check out Jeff's Art at Jeff Lassiter Art and read Sean's Reviews at Sean at the Movies . Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe!…

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We Love Sinners 1:01:20

29 днів тому1:01:20

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This week on the I Hate Critics Movie Review Podcast , we dive into a bloody fairy tale twist, some high-stakes espionage, and a terrifying date night from hell—plus a couple of drum beats and a vampire classic for good measure. The Death of Snow White Directed by Jason Brooks – Starring Sanae Loutsis This isn’t the Disney version. Snow White is on the run from her wicked stepmother and finds herself aligned with a group of seven dwarves… who are less "Hi-Ho" and more "psycho." Expect gore, survival horror, and a dark twist on a childhood favorite. Warfare Directed by Alex Garland & Ray Mendoza – Starring Will Poulter, Charles Melton, Joseph Quinn A gritty war drama where a Navy SEAL surveillance mission in Iraq goes horribly wrong. Packed with tension, chaos, and Garland’s signature existential dread. Count Me In Directed by Mark Lo – Featuring Stewart Copeland, Claire Ferguson, Chad Smith, Clem Burke A celebration of rock’s heartbeat—this documentary features some of music’s most iconic drummers sharing what it means to keep time and create rhythm. Warning: you might be inspired to buy a drum kit afterward. The Amateur Directed by James Hawes – Starring Rami Malek, Laurence Fishburne, Rachel Brosnahan After losing his wife in a terrorist attack, a CIA codebreaker goes rogue. Fueled by grief and intelligence, he sets out on a globe-spanning mission of revenge when the agency fails him. Drop Directed by Christopher Landon – Starring Meghann Fahy, Brandon Sklenar What starts as a romantic evening for a widowed mom quickly devolves into psychological torment when a mysterious figure threatens her family unless she commits murder. Tense, intimate, and full of suspense. Sinners Directed by Ryan Coogler – Starring Michael B. Jordan, Hailee Steinfeld, Miles Caton, Delroy Lindo Twin brothers return home hoping for peace, only to find that evil doesn't forget. A southern Gothic drama that mixes family trauma with spiritual reckoning and small-town menace. Classic Review: Fright Night (1985) Directed by Tom Holland – Starring William Ragsdale, Chris Sarandon, Roddy McDowall Teenage horror nerd Charley Brewster is convinced his new neighbor is a vampire. No one believes him, so he turns to a B-movie TV host for help. Campy, creepy, and a total ‘80s gem. Follow Us Online: 🎧 Website: ihatecritics.com 📘 Facebook: Everyone is a Critic Podcast 🐦 Twitter/X: @criticspod 📸 Instagram: @criticspod 💸 Patreon: Support Us 👕 Merch: TeePublic Store 📺 YouTube: Watch Us 🎨 Check out Jeff's artwork: Jeff Lassiter Art 📝 Read Sean's reviews: Sean at the Movies Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you listen!…

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1995 - Stuart Saves His Family 55:32

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Directed by Harold Ramis Starring Al Franken, Vincent D'Onofrio, Laura San Giacomo Stuart Smalley follows a 12-step program for his life and manages to get his job back and clear the mess in the family despite all the challenges.

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I Hate Critics Episode of the Beast 666 1:02:14

5 weeks тому1:02:14

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This week Sean and Jeff talked about the most evil or ‘devilish’ movies in history in honor of I Hate Critics episode 666 Both Sean and Jeff offered their Top 5 Demon/Devil Movies and had Bob been able to join us, we would have stayed on theme with three Top 6 countdowns but it simply didn’t make sense without him. Sean - Abby (1974) An archaeologist (William Marshall) tries to rid a minister's (Terry Carter) wife (Carol Speed) of a spewing demon dug up in Nigeria. The Devil and Father Amorth (2018) In 1973 he brought us the film classic, The Exorcist. 45 years later, Academy Award-winning director William Friedkin brings us the real thing. The Last Exorcism 2010 After years of gulling the faithful, cleric Cotton Marcus (Patrick Fabian) feels remorse and decides to expose his chicanery through filming a documentary. With a crew in tow, Marcus arrives at the Louisiana farm of devout Louis Sweetzer, who believes that his daughter, Nell, is possessed. When the usual stunts fail, he realizes that he is face-to-face with real evil and must summon true faith to protect Nell, the others and himself from demonic power. The Witch (2015) In 1630 New England, panic and despair envelops a farmer, his wife and their children when youngest son Samuel suddenly vanishes. The family blames Thomasin, the oldest daughter who was watching the boy at the time of his disappearance. With suspicion and paranoia mounting, twin siblings Mercy and Jonas suspect Thomasin of witchcraft, testing the clan's faith, loyalty and love to one another. Hereditary (Number 1 for both Sean and Jeff) When the matriarch of the Graham family passes away, her daughter and grandchildren begin to unravel cryptic and increasingly terrifying secrets about their ancestry, trying to outrun the sinister fate they have inherited. Jeff’s Remaining List Prince of Darkness 1987 Poking around in a church cellar, a priest (Donald Pleasence) finds an otherworldly vial filled with slime. Frightened, he brings his discovery to a circle of top scholars and scientists, who eventually learn that the strange liquid is the essence of Satan. The slime then begins to seep out, turning some of the academics into zombified killers. As the possessed battle the survivors, student Kelly (Susan Blanchard) is infected by a large quantity of the liquid and becomes Satan personified. House of the Devil (2009) Desperate to make some money so she can move into a new apartment, college student Samantha Hughes (Jocelin Donahue) takes a mysterious babysitting job. When she arrives at the house, Mr. Ulman (Tom Noonan) mentions a full lunar eclipse and explains there is no child, but that Samantha will be watching his mother instead. After exploring the sinister-seeming house, Samantha soon comes to realize that her employers are hiding a horrifying secret and have plans to use her, dead or alive. Exorcist 3 (1990) Police Lt. Kinderman (George C. Scott) notices similarities between his current murder investigation and the methods used by the Gemini killer (Brad Dourif) who was executed 15 years before. He soon discovers a hospitalized mental patient (Jason Miller) claiming to be the dead serial killer, but who looks uncannily like a priest Kinderman knew who died during an exorcism. As more bodies are found, Kinderman looks for connections between the two supposedly dead men. Devil (2010) Five strangers' day begins with an elevator ride in a Philadelphia office tower. But, what happens next is anything but ordinary. The elevator gets stuck, and the trapped passengers, who expected to be together just a few minutes, now face the revelation of their secrets and transgressions. Frightening events turn annoyance into terror, as they begin to realize that one of their number is Lucifer himself.…

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1995 - Tommy Boy 54:58

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Tommy Boy Directed by Peter Segal Starring Chris Farley and David Spade After his beloved father (Brian Dennehy) dies, dimwitted Tommy Callahan (Chris Farley) inherits a near-bankrupt automobile parts factory in Sandusky, Ohio. His brand new stepmother, Beverly (Bo Derek), wants to cash out and close, but Tommy's sentimental attachment to his father's employees spurs him to make one last-ditch effort to find someone who will buy their products. With his father's tightly wound assistant, Richard (David Spade), in tow, Tommy hits the road to scare up some new clients.…

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We Love Val Kilmer - RIP 1:04:36

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This week on the I Hate Critics Movie Review Podcast, Sean is riding high on a renewed wave of appreciation for one of his long-standing favorites — the Wachowskis’ Speed Racer . With a growing fanbase finally recognizing the brilliance of the 2008 cult classic, we dive into what makes it such an enduring visual spectacle. New Releases: 🎮 Minecraft: The Movie Directed by Jared Hess Starring Jack Black, Jason Momoa, Danielle Brooks Four misfit kids are pulled into the pixelated Overworld, where they team up with the legendary Steve to navigate the blocky terrain and complete a quest that might be their only ticket back home. 🐾 The Friend Directed by Scott McGehee & David Siegel Starring Naomi Watts, Bill Murray, and one giant Great Dane Iris, a solitary New York writer, inherits a massive dog named Apollo that turns her life upside down—furniture, apartment, and emotional stability all included. A gentle dramedy with big heart (and big paws). 🪓 Hell of a Summer Directed by Finn Wolfhard & Billy Bryk Starring Finn Wolfhard, Billy Bryk, Fred Hechinger, and Abby Quinn What starts as a classic summer camp comedy turns into a slasher homage full of laughs and bloodshed. It’s a nostalgic, fun, and surprisingly sharp horror throwback with a Gen Z twist. Classic Segment: The Many Faces of Val Kilmer This week, we pay tribute to the career of the great Val Kilmer. 🎥 Sean Recommends: The Salton Sea Spartan Real Genius 🎥 Jeff Recommends: Batman Forever Kiss Kiss Bang Bang 📽️ Also recommended: Val , the moving documentary chronicling Kilmer’s life and work, now streaming. And then... there's our official “classic” review of Top Secret (1984), directed by the Zuckers and Jim Abrahams. Let’s just say, it’s a wild ride. Whether it lands or crashes and burns depends on your tolerance for absurdity. Follow Us: Website: I Hate Critics Facebook: Everyone is a Critic Podcast X (Twitter): @criticspod Instagram: @criticspod Patreon: Support Us Merch: TeePublic Store YouTube: Watch Us 🎨 Check out Jeff’s artwork: Jeff Lassiter Art 📝 Read Sean’s reviews: Sean at the Movies Rate, review, and subscribe — and tell your Great Dane we said hi.…

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1995 - Candyman Farewell to the Flesh & Party Girl 53:08

7 weeks тому53:08

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Candyman Farewell to the Flesh Directed by Bill Condon Starring Tony Todd As her brother stands trial for the killing of an outspoken New Orleans professor, inner-city schoolteacher Annie Tarrant (Kelly Rowan) begins hearing rumors of the Candyman (Tony Todd), a murderous, knife-handed figure of urban legend. Skeptical of the Candyman's existence, Annie follows the procedure for summoning him and suddenly finds herself celebrating the most horrifying Mardi Gras of her life. Meanwhile, Annie's mother (Veronica Cartwright) harbors a dark family secret. Party Girl Directed by Daisy Von Scherler Meyer Although Mary (Parker Posey) has little income, she still finds ways to spend her nights at clubs. After being arrested for throwing an illegal rave, she asks her aunt Judy (Sasha von Scherler) for bail money. Judy then finds Mary a job at her library so that Mary can repay her. Initially, Mary finds the job as a clerk boring and stifling, and prefers to get to know a street food vendor (Omar Townsend) whom she likes. However, Mary must refocus her life once she loses her job and apartment.…

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Stand Up for Art… Do it for Drew 1:03:44

7 weeks тому1:03:44

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This week, we dedicate our episode to the legendary Drew Struzan, the iconic artist behind some of the most memorable movie posters of all time. Struzan, whose work defined the visual identity of films like Star Wars, Indiana Jones , and Back to the Future , can no longer create due to his battle with Alzheimer’s. Jeff and Sean take a moment to celebrate his legacy, discuss the documentary Drew: The Man Behind the Poster , and make the case for why real, human-created art needs to be protected. New Movie Reviews: The Death of a Unicorn 🦄 Directed by Alex Scharfman ⭐ Starring Paul Rudd, Jenna Ortega, Will Poulter, Téa Leoni, and Richard E. Grant A darkly comedic and twisted tale of corporate greed gone wrong when a father and daughter accidentally hit a unicorn with their car—only to see its mystical properties exploited for sinister purposes. A Working Man 🔨 Directed by David Ayer 📝 Written by Sylvester Stallone & David Ayer 🎭 Starring Jason Statham, Michael Peña, and David Harbour A blue-collar action thriller about a former black ops soldier turned construction worker who is pulled back into a deadly world when he goes after human traffickers. Expect a gritty, hard-hitting ride. The Woman in the Yard 👻 Directed by Jaume Collet-Serra 🖊️ Written by Sam Stefanik 🎭 Starring Danielle Deadwyler A chilling supernatural horror film about a grieving widow who is haunted by a spectral woman warning her that "today's the day." Is it a warning… or a threat? Classic Review: Drew: The Man Behind the Poster 🎨 Directed by Erik Sharkey 👥 Featuring Drew Struzan, Guillermo Del Toro, George Lucas, and Frank Darabont A must-watch documentary that explores the life and artistry of Drew Struzan, whose posters became as legendary as the movies they advertised. Bonus Discussion: The Economics of Tommy Boy Sean makes an impassioned economic case for the 1995 comedy Tommy Boy . Why does it still matter? Read his full 1,500-word essay here , and stay tuned for the upcoming Tommy Boy retrospective on I Hate Critics 1995 . Follow Us: 🌍 Website 📘 Facebook 🐦 Twitter/X 📸 Instagram 🎙️ Patreon 🛍️ Merch 📺 YouTube 🎨 Jeff’s Art: Jeff Lassiter Art 📝 Sean’s Reviews: Sean at the Movies Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe!…

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Empathy Rules 1:20:38

8 weeks тому1:20:38

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This week on the I Hate Critics Movie Review Podcast… Sean and Jeff have a little fun at the expense of fragile film bros who are convinced they’ve somehow “ruined” Disney’s Snow White — spoiler alert: they didn’t. Disney’s Snow White Directed by Marc Webb Starring Rachel Zegler and Gal Gadot Disney returns to its roots with a new live-action spin on the classic Snow White . But does this 2025 musical fantasy bring anything new to the table? Or are people too busy rage-posting to notice? Locked Directed by David Yarovsky Starring Bill Skarsgård and Anthony Hopkins A would-be car thief becomes the target of a twisted vigilante in this claustrophobic thriller. With Hopkins at the wheel (literally), this ride is anything but smooth. No Other Land Directed by Basel Adra, Hamdan Ballal, Yuval Abraham, and Rachel Szor A powerful and haunting documentary from a Palestinian-Israeli filmmaking collective. No Other Land chronicles the destruction of Masafer Yatta and the unlikely alliance between activist Basel Adra and Israeli journalist Yuval Abraham. Classic Review: Demons (1985) Directed by Lamberto Bava, written by Dario Argento A cursed movie screening, metal music, and full-on demonic mayhem. Demons is an '80s horror gem that doesn’t hold back and doesn’t make sense — in the best way possible. Follow Us Everywhere: Website: I Hate Critics Facebook: Everyone is a Critic Podcast Twitter/X: @criticspod Instagram: @criticspod Patreon: Support Us Merch: TeePublic Store YouTube: Watch Us 🎨 Check out Jeff's art at Jeff Lassiter Art 🎬 Read Sean's reviews at Sean at the Movies Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe — and if you see a demon in the theater, maybe just leave.…

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1995 - Muriel's Wedding 1:13:58

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1995 Academy Awards Hosted by David Letterman Best Actor Tom Hanks, Best Actress Jessica Lange, Best Picture Forrest Gump. Muriel's Wedding Directed by P.J Hogan Starring Toni Collette, Rachel Griffiths Released March 14th, 1995 Socially awkward Muriel Heslop (Toni Collette) wants nothing more than to get married. Unfortunately, due to her oppressive politician father (Bill Hunter), Muriel has never even been on a date. Ostracized by her more socially adept friends, Muriel runs into fellow outcast Rhonda Epinstalk (Rachel Griffiths), and the two move from their small Australian town to the big city of Sydney, where Muriel changes her name and begins the arduous task of redesigning her life to match her fantasies.…

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Black Bag, Novacaine, Opus & 1995's Party Girl 53:54

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