Who Shot Ya?

In advance of the Academy Awards this Sunday, we’re talking about Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, which was nominated for 5 Oscars including Best Actress for Viola Davis and Best Actor for Chadwick Boseman. We also answer a question from the ‘Hotline’ about the wigs and costumes that have taken us out of a movie. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’In news, Steven Soderbergh tries to make the Academy Awards “feel like a movie,” disgraced producer Scott Rudin “steps back” from all of his projects, and Dave Bautista demands to play Bane.Staff Picks:Ify – Moulin RougeAlonso – The Fabulous Allan CarrDrea – Together TogetherWith Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, and Alonso Duralde Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter, Facebook, or InstagramWithDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeIfy NwadiweProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

At the top of the show, we take some time to explain why we are changing our name from Who Shot Ya? to the temporary The Untitled Ify, Drea, & Alonso Project. You can read our full statement hereAfter we take care of that business, we do something we’ve never done before – talk about three separate movies in one episode! And there is no one better suited to talk about these movies than our guest. This week we are joined by the host of First Cut on YouTube, Robert Butler III. He is here to chat about Steve McQueen’s remaining films in the Small Axe series; Lovers Rock, Alex Wheatle, and Education. Plus we answer a question from our hotline about which director we’d like to see helm their own Small Axe-type film series. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’Staff Picks:Ify – BlacKkKlansmanAlonso – Brute ForceDrea – SpontaneousRobert – UptightWith Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Robert Butler III Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter, Facebook, or InstagramWithDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeIfy NwadiweProduc

We have a Kaiju-sized episode this week! We are joined by the wonderful Heather Anne Campbell (How Did This Get Played?) to discuss Godzilla vs. Kong. We also answer a question from the ‘Who Shotline’ about the best “revenge movies.” And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’In news, Jamie Kennedy kind of didn’t realize he was in an anti-abortion propaganda film, and James Cameron tries to recapture the magic of the original Avatar for its four upcoming sequels.Plus, we must ask a simple favor. Please tell us a story about why you support our show! What do you think about us? What do we mean to you? You can email us at memberstories@maximumfun.org or call our Google hotline at (323) 601-8719.Staff Picks:Ify – Bad TripAlonso – VoyagersDrea – ColossalHeather – Come and SeeWith Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Heather Anne Campbell Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter, Facebook, or InstagramWithDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeIfy NwadiweProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

This week we are diving into Steve McQueen’s Small Axe series on Amazon Prime by discussing two of the films; Mangrove and Red, White and Blue. We chose to pair these two films because they both explore police brutality in London’s West Indian community. Ify also reveals that he thought the Black, British filmmaker Steve McQueen was the same person as the white, American actor Steve McQueen, who died in 1980. But no one’s perfect. We also take a call from the “Who Shotline” asking us which other directors we’d like to see direct Justice League. And, as always, we’ve got “Staff Picks.”Plus, we must ask a simple favor. Please tell us a story about why you support our show! What do you think about us? What do we mean to you? You can email us at memberstories@maximumfun.org or call our Google hotline at (323) 601-8719.Staff Picks:Ify – Godzilla vs. KongAlonso – Señorita and ApparitionDrea – BurningWith Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, and Alonso Duralde Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter, Facebook, or InstagramWithDrea ClarkA

We simply have TOO much show to contain in one episode. We are joined by our old buddies Jordan Morris and Ricky Carmona to help us untangle the 4 hours long, Zack Snyder’s Justice League. The sole purpose of this entire episode is to finally lay to rest any talk about an impending “Snyder Cut,” once and for all. That’s why we spend the whole episode talking about this damn movie!Plus, we must ask a simple favor. Please tell us a story about why you support our show! What do you think about us? What do we mean to you? You can email us at memberstories@maximumfun.org or call our Google hotline at (323) 601-8719.If you want to pre-order Jordan’s upcoming graphic novel Bubble, click here.And if you want to listen to Ricky’s podcast ‘At the QuaranCinema,’ click hereStaff Picks:Ify – Sucker PunchAlonso – Tales of the Four SeasonsDrea – Captain FantasticJordan – Saint MaudRicky – The Lost CityWith Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, Jordan Morris, and Ricky Carmona Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter, Facebook, or I

Inkoo Kang makes a stop on her “Minari World Tour” to talk to us about the Lee Isaac Chung film and her personal connection to it. We also break down all of the Oscar nominations. Plus, we answer a question from the ‘Who Shotline’ about what movie we’d like to see on ‘Pop-Up Video.’ And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’And, a simple favor, please tell us a story about why you support our show! What do you think about us? What do we mean to you? You can email us at memberstories@maximumfun.org or call our Google hotline at (323) 601-8719.Staff Picks:Alonso – Brother to BrotherDrea – Sweet LandInkoo – Shoplifters and It’s a SinWith Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde and Inkoo Kang Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter, Facebook, or InstagramWithDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeIfy NwadiweProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

Welcome 2 our Coming 2 America podcast! We are joined by the host of the All My Movies podcast, film critic Dan Murrell. He and the gang cover the phonetically similar sequel to Coming to America. Plus, we answer a question from the ‘Who Shotline’ about movies with “found families.” And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’In news, there’s lots of stuff going on with the Space Jam sequel and director Chloé Zhao is getting a lot of heat from China.And, a simple favor, please tell us a story about why you support our show! What do you think about us? What do we mean to you? You can email us at memberstories@maximumfun.org or call our Google hotline at (323) 601-8719.Staff Picks:Ify – YearbookAlonso – This is How You Make a MovieDrea – The ClimbDan – Never Rarely Sometimes AlwaysWith Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde and Dan Murrell Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter, Facebook, or InstagramWithDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeIfy NwadiweProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

Much like the movie we’re discussing today, listening to this episode is like taking a tropical vacation. And to do so, we’re joined by the wonderful actress and writer Mary Elizabeth Ellis (It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, Santa Clarita Diet). The movie we dissect on the show is the delightfully kooky, Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar. Plus, the gang answers an email about their favorite Black romance movies. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’In news, Ta-Nehisi Coates is set to write a new Superman movie, Robbie Williams will be portrayed by a CGI monkey, and Dame Judi Dench opens up about her deteriorating eyesight .Please consider supporting the production of Who Shot Ya? by becoming a monthly member at Maximumfun.org/joinIf you’d like to purchase a Jumbotron, go to Maximumfun.org/jumbotronStaff Picks:Ify – Popstar: Never Stop Never StoppingAlonso – The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the RunDrea – The Map of Tiny Perfect ThingsMary Elizabeth – Some Kind of Heaven and NomadlandWith Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Cl

This episode will hit you like a fully equipped nomadic van! That’s because the gang is discussing Chloé Zhao’s latest, Nomadland. They are joined by one of Drea’s childhood friends, senior writer for Mpls-St. Paul magazine, Steve Marsh. He’s known Drea for so long that he even refers to her as “Andrea.” Weird. Steve also talks about how his brother is all over Tik-Tok. Alonso is excited about The Muppet Show streaming on Disney+. And Ify is officially the same age as when Jesus died. Plus, the gang answers a question from the Who Shotline about movies one should watch while waiting at the DMV. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’In news, HBO Max will not remove Woody Allen films from the service and actor Bee Vang speaks out about Gran Torino.Please consider supporting the production of Who Shot Ya? by becoming a monthly member at Maximumfun.org/joinIf you’d like to purchase a Jumbotron, go to Maximumfun.org/jumbotronStaff Picks:Ify – Almost FamousAlonso – The United States Vs. Billie HolidayDrea – Test

Another fabulous episode for your earholes! This week we discuss the powerful Judas and the Black Messiah, which leads to a very passionate conversation about the Black Panthers. Plus, for the ‘Who Shotline,’ we do our best to recast a modern version of My Dinner with Andre. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’In news, Martin Scorsese is concerned about “content” and the autistic community is critical of Sia’s debut feature Music.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 Jumbotron, go to Maximumfun.org/jumbotronStaff Picks:Ify – Godzilla (1954)Alonso – MLK/FBI and Black PanthersDrea – Night Catches UsWith Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, and Alonso Duralde. Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter, Facebook, or InstagramWithDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeIfy NwadiweProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

A LOT to discuss in this episode. First off, the gang dissects Sam Levinson’s new film, Malcolm & Marie. Ify points out the explicit reasons why this movie was written by a white man. Alonso gives some insight into the world of film criticism. And Drea celebrates the joy and beauty of macaroni and cheese. Plus, they answer a question from the Who Shotline about movie merchandise, which ends up being more embarrassingly revealing than one would think. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’In news, Lil Yachty is producing a movie based on the game ‘Uno’, 185 LGBTQ German actors “come out”, and Charisma Carpenter speaks her truth.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 Jumbotron, go to Maximumfun.org/jumbotronStaff Picks:Ify – She’s Gotta Have ItAlonso – Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?Drea – Beyond the LightsWith Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, and Alonso Duralde. Follow us

This week we are joined by friend-of-the-show and co-host of the wonderful Screen Drafts podcast, Clay Keller. He joins us to talk about Regina King’s directorial debut, One Night in Miami. Drea and Alonso give us an in-depth examination of this year’s virtual Sundance Film Festival. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’In news, RIP Cicely Tyson and the Golden Globe nominations.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 Jumbotron, go to Maximumfun.org/jumbotronStaff Picks:Ify – Malcolm XAlonso – InsignificanceDrea – The DigClay – ShatteredWith Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Clay Keller. Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter, Facebook, or InstagramWithDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeIfy NwadiweProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

This week we are so lucky to be joined by one of the hosts of the phenomenal Maximum Fun podcast The Greatest Generation, Benjamin Harrison. He is here to “drink up” and discuss the Mads Mikkelsen drunk fest Another Round. We also answer a question from the ‘Who Shotline’ about movies with a great sense of place. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’In news, Pixar’s Soul is voiced by white actors for the international release, Keira Knightley will no longer shoot sex scenes directed by men, and Anne Hathaway feeds off her haters.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 Jumbotron, go to Maximumfun.org/jumbotronStaff Picks:Ify – Rogue OneAlonso – What Happened Was…Drea – In & Of ItselfBen – Barefoot in the ParkWith Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Benjamin Harrison. Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter, Facebook, or InstagramWithDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeIfy Nwadi

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. Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter, Facebook, or InstagramWithDrea

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. Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter, Facebook, or InstagramWithDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeIfy NwadiweProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swish

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. Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter, Facebook, or Insta

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. Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter, Facebook, or InstagramWithDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeIfy NwadiweProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

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