Episode 370: “Will & Harper” with Willow Maclay

Episode 370: “Will & Harper” with Willow Maclay

Author: MaximumFun.org October 4, 2024 Duration: 1:03:11

Will & Harper is a 2024 American documentary film directed by Josh Greenbaum and follows Will Ferrell and Harper Steele as the duo made a 17-day road trip across the United States discussing Harper’s transition, and their friendship. All that and discussion of other iconic friendships in cinema. Film Critic and Essayist, Willow Maclay joins us!

What’s Good:

Alonso - Texas State Fair

Drea - Free Covid tests

Willow - Spooky double features at The Brattle on October 8th and 9th

Ify - Wasteland Festival

ITIDIC:

  1. James Cameron Joins Board of Stability AI in Coup for Tech Firm
  2. SAG-AFTRA Launches Bid to Organize Intimacy Coordinators
  3. Lionsgate Offering Employees Voluntary Severance Amid “Disrupted Business Environment” 

Staff Picks:

Alonso - Tea With The Dames

Drea - It's What's Inside

Willow - The Silence of The Lambs

Ify - The Substance

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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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