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This week we are joined by the wonderful Millie De Chirico. If you don’t know her, you can see her work as a programmer for TCM Underground on Friday nights, and as a host of the ‘I Saw What You Did’ podcast. She joins us to talk about the widely discussed Promising Young Woman. There is a HUGE SPOILER WARNING for this episode. Just so you know we do discuss the ending of this film between 33:35 – 41:05. We also answer a question from the ‘Who Shotline’ about movies that we won’t accept any criticism of. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’In news, Armie Hammer drops out of Shotgun Wedding, a Willy Wonka prequel is in the works, and Russell Crowe scolds a young person.Please check out storyblocks.com/WHOSHOTAnd please consider supporting the production of Who Shot Ya? by becoming a monthly member at Maximumfun.org/joinIf you’d like to purchase a Jumbo Tron, go to Maximumfun.org/jumbotronStaff Picks:Ify – DriveAlonso – Little DarlingsDrea – Hard CandyMillie – The Best Years of Our LivesWith Ify Nwadiwe, Dr

This week we have the distinct honor of being joined by The New York Times Opinion columnist Jamelle Bouie to discuss Pixar’s Soul. Jamelle reveals he recently binged every Saw movie. Drea’s virtually driving around in her car. Alonso gushes over Fran Lebowitz. And Ify does more cardio. Plus, we receive a wonderful question from the ‘Who Shotline’ asking how to talk to people on dates about movies. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’In news, Nicole Kidman may possibly portray Lucille Ball, Brendan Fraser is cast in Darren Aronofsky’s adaptation of The Whale, and Netflix drops a teaser trailer for their 2021 slate of films.Please consider supporting the production of Who Shot Ya? by becoming a monthly member at Maximumfun.org/joinIf you’d like to purchase a Jumbo Tron, go to Maximumfun.org/jumbotronStaff Picks:Ify – CollateralAlonso – Locked DownDrea – VenenoJamelle – The Dead ZoneWith Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Jamelle Bouie.

This week we are joined by our good friend Joelle Monique. And we proudly proclaim, against popular opinion, that “Hey! We actually liked Wonder Woman 1984!” We also receive a wonderful question from the ‘Who Shotline’ about movies that we are embarrassed to like because of the type of people who like them. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’In news, Daisy Ridley is concerned with being labeled “aggressive” and the gang discusses internet access in America based on a discussion on our Facebook page.Please consider supporting the production of Who Shot Ya? by becoming a monthly member at Maximumfun.org/joinIf you’d like to purchase a Jumbo Tron, go to Maximumfun.org/jumbotronStaff Picks:Ify – ManivaldAlonso – Between the Lines and Bernice Bobs Her HairDrea – Sylvie’s LoveJoelle – I Am Not Your NegroWith Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Joelle Monique.

It’s our End of Year Extravaganza! Which means that it’s time to hand out the illustrious Whoshie Awards. Some experts have even claimed that the Whoshies are more desired than the Oscars themselves! And by “some experts,” I of course mean Ify. Plus, the gang also discusses their Top 10 Films of 2020. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’Please consider supporting the production of Who Shot Ya? by becoming a monthly member at Maximumfun.org/joinIf you’d like to purchase a Jumbo Tron, go to Maximumfun.org/jumbotronTop 10 Lists:Ify: 10). Sonic the Hedgehog 9).The King of Staten Island 8). The Old Guard 7). Da 5 Bloods 6). The Hunt 5). The Forty Year Old Version 4). The Half of It 3). Tigertail 2). Never Rarely Sometimes Always 1). KajillionaireDrea: 10-4: The Sound of Metal, Never Rarely Sometimes Always, Birds of Prey, Promising Young Woman, Kajillionaire, Forty Year Old Version, Wolfwalkers. 3). Minari 2). First Cow 1). NomadlandAlonso: 10). On The Rocks 9). I’m Your Woman 8). Bacurau 7). New Order 6). Nev

It’s our Christmas Spectacular! And we are pretty much focusing exclusively on Hallmark Christmas movies this episode. To give us a hand, we are joined by Esquire writer and Hallmark Christmas movie enthusiast, Justin Kirkland. At the beginning of the episode, we are also joined by special guest Santa Claus to help come up with some Hallmark movie storylines for next season. Then we discuss the new queer-friendly Hallmark movie, The Christmas House. Alonso completes his final ‘Christmas Minute’ of the year AND reveals his ‘Top 5 Christmas Movies of the Year.’ And, to finish things off, we give our ‘Staff PIcks.’Please consider supporting the production of Who Shot Ya? by becoming a monthly member at Maximumfun.org/joinIf you’d like to purchase a Jumbo Tron, go to Maximumfun.org/jumbotronStaff Picks:Alonso – Queer JapanDrea – Black BearJustin – The Family StoneIfy – How the Grinch Stole ChristmasWith Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Justin Kirkland.

This week the gang discusses the 2007 Christmas classic, This Christmas. Alonso makes a compelling case for stockings as a means for additional gift-giving during the Christmas season. Drea looks forward to the vaccine. And Ify’s just thankful that there’s a scene in This Christmas that has Regina King wearing lingerie. Plus, we have another installment of the ‘Christmas Zaddy Christmas Movie Minute.’ And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’In news, Disney announces too many new new titles and all the rich directors are mad.Please consider supporting the production of Who Shot Ya? by becoming a monthly member at Maximumfun.org/joinIf you’d like to purchase a Jumbo Tron, go to Maximumfun.org/jumbotronStaff Picks:Alonso – Small Axe: EducationDrea – Let Them All TalkIfy – Soul FoodWith Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, and Alonso Duralde.

This week we discuss the movie that has the audacity to claim that Gary Oldman is 43 years old – Mank. And joining us to discuss it is one of the co-creators of ‘The Thrilling Adventure Hour,’ Ben Acker. Alonso takes the reins as host this week. And as a result we get some insight into his relationship with Citizen Kane, what Herman Mankiewicz’s grandson, Ben, has to say about the movie, and the famous Pauline Kael essay that started it all. Plus, we have another edition of ‘The Christmas Zaddy Christmas Movie Minute.’ And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’In news, Warner Brothers will debut its 2021 movie slate on HBO Max, Letitia Wright promotes a dangerous video, and many more Kingsman movies are promised. .If you want to watch ‘The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Special’ click HERE.Please consider supporting the production of Who Shot Ya? by becoming a monthly member at Maximumfun.org/joinIf you’d like to purchase a Jumbo Tron, go to Maximumfun.org/jumbotronStaff Picks:Alonso – I’m Your WomanDrea – Wolfwalker

This week we are discussing a film that was basically tailor-made for our podcast. That’s right, we’re talking about the new Christmas classic, Happiest Season. And to dissect the film, we’ve brought on the “happiest podcast guest,” our good pal Jordan Crucchiola. We, of course, have another installment of the “Christmas Zaddy Christmas Movie Minute.” This week it’s exclusively Hallmark movies! And, as always, we’ve got “Staff Picks.”In news, the world is introduced to Elliot Page and Glenn Close shades Gwyneth Paltrow’s Oscar win from 22 years ago.Please consider supporting the production of Who Shot Ya? by becoming a monthly member at Maximumfun.org/joinIf you’d like to purchase a Jumbo Tron, go to Maximumfun.org/jumbotronStaff Picks:Ify – Pieces of AprilDrea – Sound of MetalAlonso – The Godfather Coda: The Death of Michael CorleoneJordan – AvengementWith Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Jordan Crucchiola.

Gobble gobble, everybody! It’s Thanksgiving week, which means we are counting down our “Turkeys of the Year.” We also discuss the last film in the Three Flavours Cornetto trilogy, The World’s End. Plus, we have another installment of the ‘Christmas Zaddy Christmas Movie Minute.’ And, as always, ‘Staff Picks.’Please consider supporting the production of Who Shot Ya? by becoming a monthly member at Maximumfun.org/joinIf you’d like to purchase a Jumbo Tron, go to Maximumfun.org/jumbotronStaff Picks:Ify – Baby DriverDrea – Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire SagaAlonso – It’s Always Fair WeatherEdgar Wright Curates ‘World’s End’ Influenced Screening Series At New Beverly In Los AngelesWith Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, and Alonso Duralde.

Ricky is BACK in the (virtual) building! That’s right, our old buddy Ricky Carmona joins us to talk about Hot Fuzz. During the movie discussion the gang covers why they felt OK watching this particular cop movie in 2020 over other films from that genre. Ricky talks a ton about the Great British Bake Off. Alonso is loving all the gay representation in this year’s slate of TV Christmas movies. Plus, we have another installment of the ‘Christmas Zaddy Christmas Movie Minute.’ And, as always, ‘Staff Picks.’In news, the “new” Justice League: Director’s Cut trailer drops and Spike Lee is making a movie about the creation of Viagra.Please consider supporting the production of Who Shot Ya? by becoming a monthly member at Maximumfun.org/joinIf you’d like to purchase a Jumbo Tron, go to Maximumfun.org/jumbotronStaff Picks:Ify – Bad Boys IIDrea – Ainu MosirAlonso – Small Axe: MangroveRicky – City So RealWith Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Ricky Carmona.

Thus begins the first episode in our mini-series covering the Three Flavours Cornetto trilogy, starting with 2004’s Shaun of the Dead. We are so lucky to be joined by screenwriter Michael Varrati, whose horror screenwriting expertise is truly invaluable to the conversation. Plus, Alonso won’t stop saying the words “Blow Mold.” Drea begs people to wear a damn mask. Ify has purchased a very expensive new camera. And Michael demands that America give Kylie Minogue the respect she deserves. Plus, we have another installment of the ‘Christmas Zaddy Christmas Movie Minute.’ And, as always, ‘Staff Picks.’In news, Johnny Depp resigns from the upcoming Fantastic Beasts movie and Chris Rock hates Civil Rights movies.Please consider supporting the production of Who Shot Ya? by becoming a monthly member at Maximumfun.org/joinIf you’d like to purchase a Jumbo Tron, go to Maximumfun.org/jumbotronStaff Picks:Ify – I May Destroy YouDrea – TranshoodAlonso – Alive Inside: A Story of Music and MemoryMichael – Anna and the Apoca

I don’t want to alarm you…but Inkoo Kang is on the show and there is a disagreement over the movie we’re discussing. Truly shocking stuff. The movie in question is, of course, Justin Simien’s Bad Hair. Ify educates us on the electoral process by discussing his time as a ballot counter. Drea gives a shout out to all the polling place workers. And Alonso recommends a black and white Hungarian film by Béla Tarr, possibly as a destresser for this hectic week. Plus, we have our weekly ‘Christmas Zaddy Christmas Movie Minute.’ And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’Please check out Inkoo’s new podcast All About AlmodóvarAlso, consider supporting the production of Who Shot Ya? by becoming a monthly member at Maximumfun.org/joinIf you’d like to purchase a Jumbo Tron, go to Maximumfun.org/jumbotronStaff Picks:Ify – Scoob!Drea – The Donut King and The Craft: LegacyAlonso – DamnationInkoo – Bad EducationWith Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Inkoo Kang.

BOO! It’s our Halloween episode! And as a special treat, we are joined by the hosts of the horror movie podcast ‘Ruined,’ Halle Kiefer and Alison Leiby. At the beginning of the show we pit the “Halloweenies” (Alonso, Alison, and Ify) against the “Horror Freaks” (Drea and Halle) in a series of Halloween-inspired questions. The “Weenies” are quizzed on scary movies, and the “Freaks” are quizzed on NON-scary Halloween movies. After that, we discuss the new Anne Hathaway performance piece, The Witches. And at the end….there’s a little surprise that may terrify or delight. You’ll have to listen in to find out which reaction you will have…..BWAHAHAHA! Please consider supporting the production of Who Shot Ya? by becoming a monthly member at Maximumfun.org/joinIf you’d like to purchase a Jumbo Tron, go to Maximumfun.org/jumbotronStaff Picks:Ify – Interstellar or Wild ZeroDrea – One Cut of the DeadAlonso – City HallHalle – Let’s Scare Jessica To DeathAlison – Airplane!With Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, Hall

You guys…this episode is fun. We are joined by TV writer and Dummy creator Cody Heller. This delightful guest starts the episode off strong by discussing her new sexual fetish surrounding Covid testing. But what she’s really here for is to discuss Miranda July’s new film, Kajillionaire. Plus, we try our very best to adapt the movie into a video game. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’ In news, Daniel Kaluuya is all set to produce a Barney movie and Kristen Stewart is making a conventional lesbian Christmas movie.Please consider supporting the production of Who Shot Ya? by becoming a monthly member at Maximumfun.org/joinIf you’d like to purchase a Jumbo Tron, go to Maximumfun.org/jumbotronStaff Picks:Ify – HeartbreakersDrea – ShithouseAlonso – On the RocksCody – Where’s Poppa?With Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Cody Heller.

This week we’re talking exclusively about “white men with black women’s butts” because we’re discussing Radha Blank’s magnificent debut, The Forty-Year-Old Version. Alonso revels in some tasty new hot sauce. Ify pitches an “Alamo Drafthouse” for drive-ins, but walks it back when he realizes the drunk driving implications. And Drea is phoning a scientist. Plus, the gang answers a call from the Who Shotline about instances where they were taken out of a film. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’In news, Keira Knightley drops out of Apple TV’s The Essex Serpent over childcare concerns and the Academy makes a drive-in addendum.Please consider supporting the production of Who Shot Ya? by becoming a monthly member at Maximumfun.org/joinIf you’d like to purchase a Jumbo Tron, go to Maximumfun.org/jumbotronStaff Picks:Ify – 8 MileDrea – TimeAlonso – Stop-LossWith Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, and Alonso Duralde.

Outta the way, straights! We’re chatting ’bout The Boys in the Band! Our beloved historian Alonso has a great deal to inform Drea and Ify about the history, context, and cultural impact of the original play and movie. He also takes some issues with the remake and Ryan Murphy in general. Ify reveals he is a danger to himself and his apartment while wearing a VR headset. And Drea desperately wants to feed Matt Bomer a piece of bread. Plus, the gang answers a question from the ‘Who Shotline’ about which party in a film they would most want to attend. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’In news, William Jackson Harper denounces Trump’s executive order and AMC is staying open.Please consider supporting the production of Who Shot Ya? by becoming a monthly member at Maximumfun.org/joinIf you’d like to purchase a Jumbo Tron, go to Maximumfun.org/jumbotronStaff Picks:Ify – Star TrekDrea – The Forty-Year-Old VersionAlonso – Totally Under ControlWith Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, and Alonso Duralde.

Ify’s back! And he’s here to talk all about Netflix’s new film, Enola Holmes. He’s also here to talk about brewing mead. Alonso is loving some Martha Stewart black bean burgers. And Drea hosts a “Murder Party.” Plus, the gang also answers a question from the Who Shotline about how to gear yourself up to watch depressing movies. And, as always, we’ve got “Staff Picks.”In news, Berry Jenkins is directing The Lion King sequel, Dolly Parton, Christine Baranski, and Jenifer Lewis are going to star in a new Christmas movie, and Chadwick Boseman gave some of his 21 Bridges salary to co-star Sienna Miller.Please consider supporting the production of Who Shot Ya? by becoming a monthly member at Maximumfun.org/joinIf you’d like to purchase a Jumbo Tron, go to Maximumfun.org/jumbotronStaff Picks:Ify – The King’s SpeechDrea – Dick Johnson Is Dead and Vampires vs. the BronxAlonso – Martin Scorsese’s World Cinema Project No. 3With Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, and Alonso Duralde.

Our best friend Myq Kaplan has returned! And he’s here to talk about the new Netflix film, the intimate Lingua Franca. Myq brings that real New York-aah point of view to the discussion, which we so desperately desire. Plus, we answer a question from the ‘Who Shotline’ about what celebrity Zoom movie reading we’d like to see next. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’In news, Robert Pattinson creates a unique accent for the film The Devil All the Time and Tom Cruise is going to make a movie in space.Please consider supporting the production of Who Shot Ya? by becoming a monthly member at Maximumfun.org/joinIf you’d like to purchase a Jumbo Tron, go to Maximumfun.org/jumbotronStaff Picks:Drea – The Trip to GreeceAlonso – Destroy All MonstersMyq – I’m Thinking of Ending ThingsWith Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Myq Kaplan.

Is it better to have Inkoo Kang on an episode where she likes the movie or hates the movie? Well, we’re certainly not going to find out about the former because we’re talking about Charlie Kaufman’s I’m Thinking of Ending Things. This film is a bit…how-you-say….divisive? Listen to hear which side each host stands on. Inkoo also illuminates some very important details of the ’90 Day Fiancé’ oeuvre. We answer a question from the ‘Who Shotline’ about directors making films outside of their usual genre. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’In news, Jason Momoa backs up Ray Fisher’s claim about abusive behavior on the set of Justice League and the Cuties controversy continues.Please consider supporting the production of Who Shot Ya? by becoming a monthly member at Maximumfun.org/joinStaff Picks:Ify – #AliveDrea – Critical ThinkingAlonso – The Complete Films of Agnès VardaInkoo – ScreamWith Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Inkoo Kang.

This week we are discussing the highly controversial Disney live-action remake, Mulan. And we are joined by a woman whose first-ever film review was for this very movie; sociologist and author of Reel Inequality: Hollywood Actors and Racism, Dr. Nancy Wang Yuen. We talk with her about the controversy behind the new film as well as how it stacks up to the original animated version. Plus, we answer a question from the ‘Who Shotline’ about movies that explore truth and reality. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’ In news, the Academy makes some changes to their requirements for ‘Best Picture’ eligibility.Please consider supporting the production of Who Shot Ya? by becoming a monthly member at Maximumfun.org/joinStaff Picks:Ify – The OneDrea – Ip ManAlonso – YentlNancy – Roman HolidayWith Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Nancy Wang Yuen.