269. 'Till' with Robert Daniels

269. 'Till' with Robert Daniels

Author: MaximumFun.org October 28, 2022 Duration: 1:04:21

We’ve got film critic Robert Daniels to help us answer the hard-hitting questions about a film about the kind of gutwrenching true story you wish were pure fiction. Questions like: Did you want to see this movie? Then, we take a hotline call that brings in a healthy dose of Black Joy. 

What’s Good
Drea - wedding ridiculousness 
Robert - awesome Chicago weather
Ify - skincare

ITIDIC

  1. Angelina Jolie Will Play Opera Singer Maria Callas in Pablo Larraín’s Next Film
  2. Warner Bros.’ Cooks Up an NFT ‘experience’: The Fellowship in 4K
  3. Tim Burton Says He’s Done with Disney after Dumbo Debacle

Staff Picks:
Drea - Clemency, Girls Trip
Robert - Aftersun, The Banshees of Inisherin
Ify - Watchmen (the show)

Robert’s TIME article: Witnessing Black Trauma Onscreen in 2022

Buy Alonso's book - I'll Be Home for Christmas Movies            

With:
Ify Nwadiwe
Drea Clark
Robert Daniels

Produced by Marissa Flaxbart
Sr. Producer Laura Swisher

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With
Kevin Avery
Drea Clark
Alonso Duralde

Produced by Marissa Flaxbart
Sr. Producer Laura Swisher


Every week, comedian Kevin Avery, film producer Drea Clark, and critic Alonso Duralde gather to tear into the world of movies, offering a perspective that breaks from the usual mold. Their conversations are a rapid-fire mix of sharp critique, industry knowledge, and genuine comedy, making each episode feel like hanging out with the most film-obsessed friends you have. Maximum Film! dives into the latest releases, dissects classic cinema, and unpacks the news shaping Hollywood, all delivered with an energy that’s as entertaining as it is insightful. This isn’t a dry lecture; it’s a lively, thoughtful, and often hilarious flight through everything on screen. You’ll find yourself reconsidering films you love and discovering new favorites, all thanks to the distinct voices and experiences each host brings to the microphone. Part of the MaximumFun.org network, this podcast consistently delivers that perfect blend of smart analysis and effortless fun, turning your weekly listen into a highlight for any film fan.
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