Episode 324: 'The Marvels' Brings Back Memory(s)

Episode 324: 'The Marvels' Brings Back Memory(s)

Author: MaximumFun.org November 17, 2023 Duration: 1:01:55

It’s the 33rd MCU movie and things have gotten complicated. But is all that complexity propping The Marvels up, or weighing it down? Our trio, who are surprisingly well-versed in Marveldom for a bunch of indie nerds, weighs in. Then, a Hotline letter about characters whose deaths still sting. 

What’s Good
Alonso - The Abyss theatrical reissue
Drea - the new artistic director of Bentonville Film Fest
Ify - “some of that good old powder”

ITIDIC

  1. The Actors Strike is Over!
    1. the tweet thread Ify mentions
  2. Warner Bros Shelved Another Finished Movie as a Tax Write-Off, This Time Wile E. Coyote
  3. Darren Aronofsky is Developing an Elon Musk biopic at A24

Staff Picks
Drea - May December
Alonso - The Disappearance of Shere Hite
Ify - Candyman (2021)

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Drea Clark
Alonso Duralde
Ify Nwadiwe

Produced by Marissa Flaxbart
Sr. Producer Laura Swisher

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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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