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Since we’re smack dab in the middle of the Christmas season, it’s time to get cozy, hang out with friends, and watch some Christmas movies. Which is exactly what we’re doing! We have our old pal on the show, comedian and writer for Troubled Waters, Riley Silverman. And she’s joining us to talk about the new queer Christmas movie, ‘Single All the Way.’ Plus, we have an important update on the upcoming Céline Dion-inspired film, ‘Aline.’ We answer a call on the ‘Hotline’ about non-Christmas movies we watch every year. We’ve got another installment of the ‘Christmas Movie Minute.’ And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’In news, Drea Clark hangs out with Nicolas Cage and Mike Leigh can’t even get funding from Netflix.Buy Alonso’s book – I’ll Be Home for Christmas MoviesStaff Picks:Ify – LifeDrea – The NoviceAlonso – West Side StoryRiley – Emma.With Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Riley Silverman. Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter, Facebook, or InstagramWithDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeIfy NwadiweProduced by

That’s right, we’re talking about the Simon Rex vehicle ‘Red Rocket.’ We also answer a call from our hotline regarding “cozy movies.” We have another ‘Christmas Movie Minute.’ And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’In news, a new study says people aren’t going back to the theaters and the shitty The Daily Wire is making a (probably) shitty movie.Buy Alonso’s book – I’ll Be Home for Christmas MoviesStaff Picks:Ify – Scary Movie 3Drea – The Power of the DogAlonso – StarletWith Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, and Alonso Duralde.This episode was edited by Christian Dueñas Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter, Facebook, or InstagramWithDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeIfy NwadiweProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

YEAH BABY YEAH! We’re traveling back to the “Swinging Sixties” to talk about ‘Last Night in Soho.’ We also discuss the career of Edgar Wright and compare this film to the others in his oeuvre. We answer a question on our ‘Hotline’ regarding movies that made us uncomfortable while watching. We’ve got another edition of the ‘Christmas Movie Minute.’ And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’In news, Adam McKay discusses his break with Will Ferrell, there’s going to be a new ‘Magic Mike,’ and a lot of people are talking about ‘House of Gucci.’Maximum Film is sponsored by Lumi Labs – use “MAXFILM” for 30% off anything on microdosegummies.com.Buy Alonso’s book – I’ll Be Home for Christmas MoviesStaff Picks:Ify – SplitDrea – FleeAlonso – ScroogeWith Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, and Alonso Duralde. Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter, Facebook, or InstagramWithDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeIfy NwadiweProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

It’s our Thanksgiving episode! And one of the things that we’re thankful for is that ‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings’ is finally on Disney Plus, which is why we’re talking about it this week. We’re also thankful for our incredible guest, the host of ‘Yo, Is This Racist?’, Andrew Ti. Since it’s that time of year we also discuss the Max Film ‘Turkeys of the Year.’ We’ve got another installment of the ‘Christmas Movie Minute.’ And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’Maximum Film is sponsored by BetterHelp and Maximum Film listeners get 10% off their first month at BetterHelp.com/MAXFILM.Maximum Film is sponsored by Lumi Labs – use “MAXFILM” for 30% off anything on microdosegummies.com.Buy Alonso’s book – I’ll Be Home for Christmas MoviesStaff Picks:Drea – Drive My CarAlonso – Licorice PizzaAndrew – Chan Is MissingWith Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Andrew Ti. Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter, Facebook, or InstagramWithDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeIfy NwadiweProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swis

We have a dang delight for a guest this week. We are joined by the self-proclaimed “artist, educator, and instigator” Nayland Blake to discuss Rebecca Hall’s directorial debut, ‘Passing.’ Drea also suggests that Alonso and his husband Dave dress up as “Turkey Pugsley” from ‘Addams Family Values’ in honor of Thanksgiving. Plus, we have another installment of the ‘Christmas Movie Minute.’ And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’In news, M*l G*bson is back to direct ‘Lethal Weapon 5’, the dialect coach for ‘House of Gucci’ is critical of Lady Gaga’s accent work, and Lindsay Lohan is set to star in a Netflix Christmas movie.Maximum Film is supported in part by MasterClass. This holiday, give one annual membership and get one free! Go to masterclass.com/maxfilm today.Buy Alonso’s book – I’ll Be Home for Christmas MoviesStaff Picks:Alonso – My Name Is Pauli MurrayDrea – C’mon C’monNayland – Passing StrangeWith Alonso Duralde, Drea Clark, and Nayland Blake. Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter, Facebook, or InstagramWithDr

YEEHAW! It’s Western week ’round these parts! That’s why we’re discussing the new film ‘The Harder They Fall.’ And we are joined by a real scholar of the Western genre, the writer and director of such films as ‘The Ballad of Lefty Brown’ and ‘Dead Man’s Burden,’ Jared Moshe. Plus, we hear from our friend Jordan Crucchiola about her new Maximum Fun movie podcast, Feeling Seen. We’ve got another installment of the ‘Christmas Zaddy Christmas Movie Minute.’ And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’In news, Vin Diesel sort of extends an olive branch to The Rock, Patty Jenkins’ ‘Rogue Squadron’ is delayed indefinitely, and the Foo Fighters are making a movie.Buy Alonso’s book – I’ll Be Home for Christmas MoviesStaff Picks:Ify – Hell or High WaterDrea – The Quick And The DeadAlonso – Slow WestJared – Buck and the PreacherThis episode was edited by Christian DueñasWith Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Jared Moshe. Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter, Facebook, or InstagramWithDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeIfy NwadiweP

It’s ‘Dune’ week here at Maximum Film, and we inhaled this movie like some sort of addictive spice. We tackle the most scintillating topics in this film, like the sexual chemistry between mother and son Rebecca Ferguson and Timothée Chalamet. Plus, we have another installment of the ‘Christmas Movie Minute.’ And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’In news, Ice Cube exits his latest film because he doesn’t want to get vaccinated, A24 is streaming their new docu-series ‘The Beach’ on a continuous loop, and Marvel’s ‘Eternals’ is not getting the best reviews.Buy Alonso’s book – I’ll Be Home for Christmas MoviesStaff Picks:Ify – Ex MachinaDrea – SpencerAlonso – David Lynch’s DuneWith Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, and Alonso Duralde. Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter, Facebook, or InstagramWithDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeIfy NwadiweProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

It’s the final week of our Queer Horror Month and we’re going out with a bang. Our good friend Jordan Crucchiola joins us to talk about the homoerotic classic, ‘Interview With The Vampire.’ We discuss how this movie takes a lot of cues from queer cinema but never goes far enough to make an actual statement. We have another edition of the ‘Hall of Excellence’ where we induct “Cinema’s Hottest Vampire.” And, at long last, it is the return of the ‘Christmas Zaddy Christmas Movie Minute.’Buy Alonso’s book – I’ll Be Home for Christmas MoviesStaff Picks:Ify – UnderworldDrea – The Souvenir: Part IIAlonso – The Company of WolvesJordan – The VoyeursWith Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Jordan Crucchiola Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter, Facebook, or InstagramWithDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeIfy NwadiweProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

It’s the third week of our Queer Horror month and we are gabbing it up about 2014’s ‘Lyle.’ Some have described this film as the “Lesbian Rosemary’s Baby.” But we explore why that is a reductive assertion. And joining us on the show is the wonderful comedy writer Monica Vasandani. She is a mother herself and she sheds some light on the nuances of parenthood presented in the film. Plus, we take a quiz on “horrified movie mothers.” And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’In news, the problem with Netflix and James Gunn pitches a cannibalistic Gilligan’s Island movie.This podcast is sponsored by Story Blocks. Explore their library and subscribe today at storyblocks.com/MAXFILMStaff Picks:Ify – The Laundromat Off MalibuDrea – The Velvet UndergroundAlonso – Women Who KillMonica – BoundWith Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Monica Vasandani Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter, Facebook, or InstagramWithDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeIfy NwadiweProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

In honor of the Max Fun Block Party, ‘Maximum Film!’ is joining forces with those silly boys of ‘My Brother, My Brother and Me’ to talk about the best and worst advice we’ve gathered from movies. Important topics discussed include: having sex with pastries, how to spot a Joe Pesci, and the staff not featured in ‘Beauty and the Beast.’ Plus, there’s almost a knife fight for some reason.Make sure to check out our pals My Brother, My Brother and Me. Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter, Facebook, or InstagramWithDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeIfy NwadiweProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

It’s the second week of our Queer Horror Month and we’re discussing a classic – 1985’s ‘A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy’s Revenge.’ We are joined by one of the true scholars of this movie, filmmaker Michael Varrati. We dissect the homoerotic subtext (and text) of the film, and what it’s like to watch it through a 2021 lens. We also recast some of the classic killers of cinema. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’In news, Timothée Chalamet drops his first-look image as Willy Wonka, Jake Gyllenhaal says acting in Marvel movies is hard, and some lucky horror fans get to stay in the ‘Scream’ house.This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp and Maximum Film listeners get 10% off their first month at BetterHelp.com/MAXFILM.Staff Picks:Drea – Bergman IslandAlonso – Scream, Queen! My Nightmare On Elm Street and The Velvet UndergroundMichael – Knife+HeartWith Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Michael Varrati Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter, Facebook, or InstagramWithDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeIfy NwadiweProduced by Mari

We are kicking off our month-long Queer Horror series with a real doozy – 1981’s ‘Butcher, Baker, Nightmare Maker.’ And joining us is the literal perfect guest for this episode, horror director and the director of the upcoming queer horror documentary on Shudder, Sam Wineman. In addition to discussing the film, we also play a horror edition of “Would You Rather?” And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’Take a short quiz on Smalls.com/MAXFILM to customize your Sampler and use code MAXFILM for a total of 30% off your first order.Explore the Story Blocks library and subscribe today at storyblocks.com/MAXFILMStaff Picks:Ify – HellraiserAlonso – Fever DreamDrea – The RescueSam – SiegeWith Ify Nwadiwe, Alonso Duralde, Drea Clark, and Sam Wineman Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter, Facebook, or InstagramWithDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeIfy NwadiweProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

This week we’re discussing ‘The Mad Women’s Ball’ with the “Mad Woman of Podcasting” a.k.a. “The Young Pope of Citywalk” – Julia Prescott. We also answer a call on our ‘Hotline’ about the actor performances that seem like auditions for other films. Plus, we give an update on our favorite unauthorized Celine Dion biopic that we’ve never seen – ‘Aline.’ And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’In news, Chris Pratt to voice Mario, Billy Eichner’s upcoming rom-com will feature an all LGBTQ+ principle cast, and Paul Verhoeven’s ‘Benedetta’ gets the Catholics all riled up.Take a short quiz on Smalls.com/MAXFILM to customize your Sampler and use code MAXFILM for a total of 30% off your first order.Staff Picks:Ify – Untold: Deal with the DevilAlonso – Stories of Resistance: Documentaries by Arthur DongDrea – Old HenryJulia – For The Record: TarantinoWith Ify Nwadiwe, Alonso Duralde, Drea Clark, and Julia Prescott Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter, Facebook, or InstagramWithDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeIfy NwadiweProduced by Ma

Everybody’s Talking About Jamie! And so are we! This week we discuss this fabulous, coming-of-age, drag musical. And who better to have on the show than the man who wrote the literal damn book on drag, Frank DeCaro. We also submit a new entrant into the ‘Hall of Excellence’ for ‘Cinema’s Most Important Wig.’ And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’In news, Daniel Craig has some thoughts on the future of James Bond and the original ‘Star Wars’ editor thinks the new films “suck.”If you’d like to buy Frank’s book, Drag: Combing Through the Big Wigs of Show Business, click here.This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp and Maximum Film listeners get 10% off their first month at BetterHelp.com/MAXFILM.Explore the Story Blocks library and subscribe today at storyblocks.com/MAXFILMStaff Picks:Ify – BooksmartAlonso – Melvin Van Peebles: Essential FilmsDrea – Birds of ParadiseFrank – Paris Is BurningWith Ify Nwadiwe, Alonso Duralde, Drea Clark, and Frank DeCaro Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter, Facebook, or InstagramWithDr

We are on the cusp of spooky season! And to get us in the mood, we’re talking about the new James Wan horror, ‘Malignant.’ This movie is one wild ride and the Maximum Film gang is loving every minute of it. Plus, we admit a new entrant into the ‘Maximum Film Hall of Excellence’ under the category of “Best Horror Performance.” And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’In news, Paramount is moving away from theatrical releases and IATSE may go on strike.Go to Soylent.com/maxfilm and use promo code MAXFILM to get 20% OFF your first order.Take a short quiz on Smalls.com/MAXFILM to customize your Sampler and use code MAXFILM for a total of 30% off your first order.Staff Picks:Ify – Labyrinth and HackersAlonso – A Bread FactoryDrea – The Nowhere InnWith Ify Nwadiwe, Alonso Duralde, and Drea Clark Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter, Facebook, or InstagramWithDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeIfy NwadiweProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

This week we discuss the new film ‘CODA,’ which stands for “child of deaf adults.” And joining us is the hilarious comedian, and real-life child of deaf adults, Moshe Kasher. Moshe explains how accurate the film was at portraying the life of a “CODA,” as well as pointing out some of the more interesting American Sign Language translation choices. Plus, we answer a question on the ‘Hotline’ about bad movie recommendations. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’In news, Patty Jenkins says streaming movies look like “fake movies” and Michael K. Williams passes away.Explore Story Blocks’ library and subscribe today at storyblocks.com/MAXFILMGo to Soylent.com/maxfilm and use code MAXFILM to get 20% OFF your first order.Staff Picks:Ify – Untold: Malice at the PalaceAlonso – Come From AwayDrea – Language LessonsMoshe – Brawl in Cell Block 99 and Blood Red SkyWith Ify Nwadiwe, Alonso Duralde, Drea Clark, and Moshe Kasher. Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter, Facebook, or InstagramWithDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeIfy NwadiwePr

This week we’re talking about the controversial new Leos Carax film, ‘Annette.’ And don’t worry, we definitely discuss that one scene – A.K.A. “cunni-sing-us.” Plus, we talk about the unique career of Adam Driver. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’In news, Paramount pushes several releases, Lilly Wachowski explains why she’s not working on ‘The Matrix Resurrections,’ and David Dastmalchian has some homework assignments for everybody.This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp and Maximum Film listeners get 10% off their first month at BetterHelp.com/MAXFILM.Go to Soylent.com/maxfilm and use code MAXFILM to get 20% OFF your first order.Staff Picks:Ify – La La LandAlonso – The Umbrellas of CherbourgDrea – No Man of GodWith Ify Nwadiwe, Alonso Duralde, and Drea Clark Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter, Facebook, or InstagramWithDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeIfy NwadiweProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

It’s our second episode in our miniseries on Los Angeles in film. And this week we’re concentrating on Hollywood, baby! Which is why we’re talking about that infamous producer Robert Evans and his narrated autobiographical documentary, ‘The Kid Stays in the Picture.’ Joining us to discuss this juicy subject is none other than the film critic who spent a great deal of time in Robert Evans’ mansion, Nathan Rabin! Ify also speaks about growing up in Los Angeles with the looming monolith of Hollywood being so close yet so far away. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’Explore Story Blocks’ library and subscribe today at storyblocks.com/MAXFILM.Go to Soylent.com/maxfilm and use code MAXFILM to get 20% OFF your first order.Staff Picks:Ify – Harold and MaudeAlonso – Just Tell Me What You WantDrea – Really LoveNathan – CliffordWith Ify Nwadiwe, Alonso Duralde, Drea Clark, and Nathan Rabin Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter, Facebook, or InstagramWithDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeIfy NwadiweProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Pro

This episode kicks off our mini-series on Los Angeles in film. We start with the ultimate doc about Los Angeles representation, ‘Los Angeles Plays Itself.’ And joining us this week to talk about LA in film is the fabulous film critic Carlos Aguilar. The gang discusses their own relationship with the city they live in, the city of angels. Plus, they cover which films most accurately represent the city. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’Go to Soylent.com/maxfilm and use code MAXFILM to get 20% OFF your first order.Staff Picks:Alonso – Postcards from the EdgeDrea – No Sudden MoveCarlos – SummertimeWith Alonso Duralde, Drea Clark, and Carlos Aguilar Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter, Facebook, or InstagramWithDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeIfy NwadiweProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

This week we are not talking about “A” suicide squad, we’re talking about “THE” Suicide Squad. And joining our discussion, all the way from Australia, is author, screenwriter, and film curator Maria Lewis. We also answer a question from the ‘Hotline’ about favorite side characters in movies. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’In news, Marvel pays its writers diddly-squat for storylines adapted into movies and Quentin Tarantino reveals a disturbing tidbit about his childhood.This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp and Maximum Film listeners get 10% off their first month at BetterHelp.com/MAXFILM.Explore Story Blocks’ library and subscribe today at storyblocks.com/MAXFILM.Staff Picks:Drea – DramaramaAlonso – NotoriousMaria – Gunpowder MilkshakeWith Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Maria Lewis Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter, Facebook, or InstagramWithDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeIfy NwadiweProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher