Episode 264: ‘Barbarian’ is [REDACTED]

Episode 264: ‘Barbarian’ is [REDACTED]

Author: MaximumFun.org September 23, 2022 Duration: 59:00

A lot of the fun of BARBARIAN is in the suspense of not knowing what to expect. So let’s just say: there’s this house. There are people there. And if you want to know more, see the movie, then listen to this special trio-only episode of MaxFilm! (Or, you can listen to the first segment, then skip to the last segment).

Later, we’ll play a round of ScareBnB.

What’s Good
Alonso - Sprinkles’ “La Gloria” Cupcake 
Drea - Railroad workers
Ify - Trader Joe’s Pumpkin Kringle

ITIDIC

  1. Mission Impossible 8 Halted Production by a Stray Flock of Sheep
  2. The People’s Joker pulled from TIFF after one screening 
  3. David Harbour to Star in “Killer-Santa” movie Violent Night

Staff Picks
Drea - Do Revenge (2022)
Alonso - Confess, Fletch (2022)
Ify - Untold: The Rise and Fall of AND1 (2022) (and Don't Breathe, 2016)

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With:
Ify Nwadiwe
Drea Clark
Alonso Duralde
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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