Who Shot Ya?

Last week we discussed the final installment of one of the greatest trilogies in cinematic history with Before Midnight. And this week we’re doing the same thing…with Bill & Ted Face the Music. We are joined by the wonderful Cody Ziglar (‘The Dark Weeb’). He shares all of his deep insights on buying a new AC unit, Star Wars nerddom, and so much more. Plus we answer a question from the Who Shotline. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’In news, RIP Chadwick Boseman, The New Mutants comic co-creator is upset at the movie for spelling his name wrong, and John Boyega did not have a good time making the new Star Wars.Please consider supporting the production of Who Shot Ya? by becoming a monthly member at Maximumfun.org/joinStaff Picks:Ify – Hard BallDrea – The Killing of Breonna TaylorAlonso – Women Make Film Series on TCMCody – Class Action ParkWith Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Cody Ziglar.

A monumental episode. As you know we’ve been discussing the “Before Trilogy,” written and directed by the wonderful Richard Linklater. And this week we are so lucky to be joined by the man himself – Richard Linklater. He chats with Ify, Drea, and Alonso about the inspiration behind Before Sunrise, working with Ethan Hawke and Julie Delpy, and what he’s been doing to kill time during quarantine. Plus, he expresses his feelings about the possibility of making another “Before” film and why he considers Before Midnight a bit of a horror movie. We also do a thorough examination of the previously stated Before Midnight. 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/joinStaff Picks:Ify – Color Out of SpaceDrea – Lingua FrancaAlonso – The Last Five YearsRichard – if…, O Lucky Man!, and Britannia HospitalWith Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Richard Linklater

Dave Schilling is back! And so are Jesse and Celine, the characters in the “Before Trilogy.” This week we’re discussing the second installment, Before Sunset. Ify talks about his bidet and Dave has some questions about Ify’s bidet. Plus, we do our best to adapt Before Sunset into a video game. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’In news, “Bennifer” breaks up, and Napoleon Dynamite, Fahrenheit 9/11, and The Passion of the Christ are all unlikely hits.Please consider supporting the production of Who Shot Ya? by becoming a monthly member at Maximumfun.org/joinStaff Picks:Ify – Shrek 2Drea – Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless MindAlonso – KinseyDave – Garden StateWith Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Dave Schilling

Thus begins another dive into a beloved franchise. This time we’re dipping our toes into the “Before Trilogy,” and of course we begin with the first installment, Before Sunrise. We are joined by the hilarious comedian and Drea Clark’s friend from college, Michelle Biloon. We discuss Ethan Hawke’s annoying character, Julie Delpy being the antithesis of a “Manic Pixie Dream Girl,” and Richard Linklater’s obsession with time. Plus, we answer a question from the ‘Who Shotline’ about the films we love but do not understand. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’In news, Zac Efron is going to star in the Three Men and a Baby remake and Disney is potentially stopping production on all back catalog physical media releases.Please consider supporting the production of Who Shot Ya? by becoming a monthly member at Maximumfun.org/joinStaff Picks:Ify – The InkwellDrea – I Lost My BodyAlonso – A Midnight ClearMichelle – The Long Kiss Goodnight and The Old Guard.With Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Michelle Bi

For our final week of the #MaxFunDrive we brought in one of the funniest people in the world. That’s right, we’ve got the wonderful Nicole Byer on the show, and guess what? She’s a goddamn delight! Nicole’s on the show to talk about her favorite film of all time, 1990’s Ghost. She also has a lot to say about ’90 Day Fiancé,’ so get ready for that. Plus, the gang plays everyone’s favorite trivia game, ‘Swayze, Demi, or Whoopi.’ And as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’Just a note about this episode, we recorded it before we postponed the MaxFunDrive. So some of the references may seem a little outdated. Other than that, it’s literally a perfect episode!Please consider supporting the production of Who Shot Ya? by becoming a monthly member at Maximumfun.org/joinStaff Picks:Ify – Look Who’s Talking TooDrea – La Femme NikitaAlonso – MetropolitanNicole – Eddie and Made in America and Baby BoomWith Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Nicole Byer.

It’s the 3rd week of the MaxFunDrive and boy do we have a treat for you. We are joined by the host of the phenomenal movie podcasts How Did This Get Made? and Unspooled – Paul Scheer! This is a RETRO REWIND episode, which means we’re going back in time to discuss the “classic” 1987 film, Adventures in Babysitting. The crew analyzes how well this movie has aged and chats about some of the cringier moments. Plus, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks’ from 1987.Just a note about this episode, we recorded it before we postponed the MaxFunDrive back in March, which was basically a decade ago. So some of the references may seem a little outdated. Other than that, it’s literally a perfect episode!In OLD news we discuss, “The Return of Bruno”, the top box office of 1987, and the 59th Academy Awards.Staff Picks:Ify – Full Metal JacketDrea – The Witches of EastwickAlonso – The StepfatherPaul – Lethal WeaponWith Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Paul Scheer.

We’re going back in time! The year is 1995, and we’re talking about Clueless. We’re joined by the hilarious and talented Erinn Hayes (Medical Police, Childrens Hospital). Ify has been recruited into the cult of the “Baby Foot.” Alonso is setting up a snack table. And Drea is obsessing over Padma Lakshmi’s new show. We also talk more about the MaxFunDrive. And, of course, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’In OLD news we discuss Toy Story, the top box office of July 1995, and Drew Barrymore flashing David Letterman.Staff Picks:Ify – Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: The MovieDrea – To Die ForAlonso – Party GirlErinn – Living in OblivionWith Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Erinn Hayes.

To celebrate the beginning of the MaxFunDrive, Joelle Monique is back! And she’s here to chat about the new Gina Prince-Bythewood film, The Old Guard. Per usual, Ify fawns over Charlize Theron. Alonso is currently working his way through 15 pounds of bacon. And Drea is putting honey on her face. Plus, the gang talks about their favorite use of makeup in movies. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’In news, Ludacris teases the possibility of the next Fast & Furious movie taking place in space, Zendaya and John David Washington filmed an entire movie in quarantine, and James Gunn says that in his original script for Scooby Doo Velma was explicitly gay.Please consider financially supporting our show by becoming a Maximum Fun member at Maximumfun.org/joinStaff Picks:Ify – Love & BasketballDrea – We Are Little ZombiesAlonso – Late BloomersJoelle – JawsWith Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Joelle Monique.

This week we discuss the musical that NONE of us had seen prior to this week – Hamilton. Plus, we answer a question from the “Who Shotline” about film industry reparations. And, as always, we’ve got “Staff Picks.”In news, Quibi CEO Meg Whitman confesses that she’s not an “an entertainment enthusiast”, Halle Berry drops out of portraying a trans man, and Charlie Kaufman blames studios for ruining movies.Staff Picks:Ify – BlindspottingDrea – Palm SpringsAlonso – Mucho Mucho AmorWith Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, and Alonso Duralde

This week we are graced by the presence of the inimitable Leonard Maltin. He’s on the show to talk about the 30th anniversary of Gremlins 2: The New Batch. Leonard tells the truly hilarious story of how he ended up getting eaten by Gremlins in the sequel film. He also talks about wielding his power as the Entertainment Tonight movie critic to get more boxes of a beloved discontinued cereal. Plus, we answer a question from the Who Shotline about what movie we’d like to see “Rocky Horror-fied.” And, as always, we’ve got staff picks.Staff Picks:Ify – Train to BusanDrea – The Long Dumb RoadAlonso – The Glass MenagerieLeonard – Sing StreetWith Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, Leonard Maltin

We are joined by the hilarious Demi Adejuyigbe (The Good Place) to discuss the new Spike Lee film Da 5 Bloods. Ify can’t stop talking about his new TV. Drea worships at the altar of Céline Sciamma. And Alonso exclaims, “Wear a mask!.” Plus, the gang answers a question from the Who Shot Line about the movies that deserve a sequel, a TV show version, and a musical adaptation. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’In news, RIP Joel Schumacher, and hundreds of Black creatives sign an open letter to Hollywood to divest from “anti-Black content.”Staff Picks:Ify – 365 DaysDrea – Cairo StationAlonso – PariahDemi – What’s Up, Doc?With Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, Demi Adejuyigbe

The gang is back in the “booth” to discuss the new Judd Apatow film The King of Staten Island. Ify reveals his plan to grow a beard. Drea’s trying out some new beverages. And Alonso just wants a hot dog. Plus, they answer a question from the Who Shot Line about happy Queer movies. And, as always, we’ve got ‘Staff Picks.’In news, Marisa Tomei regrets moving into “Mom Roles,” Gone with the Wind is yanked from HBO Max, and Stephen King pitches his own Friday the 13th movie.Staff Picks:Ify – DopeDrea – Miss JuneteenthAlonso – DisclosureWith Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, and Alonso Duralde

Vroom vroom! The Rock. Screeech! Butt cleavage. BANG BANG! Vin Diesel. clack clack clack! Family. BOOM! Paul Walker. Zooooooom! Corona.Staff Picks:Ify – Ong-BakDrea – This TeacherAlonso – I’m No Longer HereAllegra – LA 92With Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Allegra Ringo

At the beginning of this episode, we take a few minutes to address the growing civil unrest in our country, to reconfirm our mission to promote diverse voices in film and criticism, and to show our support for Black Lives Matter. After that, we discuss both Fast Five and Fast & Furious 6 with the always hilarious Jon Gabrus.Staff Picks:Ify – DriveDrea – Teddy BearAlonso – Watch Alonso discuss LGBTQ themes in film on TCM June 12th!Jon – Bad EducationWith Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Jon Gabrus

Much like the Fast and Furious franchise, we’re swapping in some new members of “The Family.” This week we’ve got the certified Triple F (Fast & Furious Freak) Matt Apodaca on the program to discuss Tokyo Drift and Fast & Furious. Ify, once again, gets heated about some car stuff that no one else understands. Everyone drools over Han. And, of course, several overtly homosexual interactions are scrutinized. Throw out your speedometer, folks… cuz there’s no speed limit on this one.Staff Picks:Ify – The Turbo-Charged Prelude to 2 Fast 2 FuriousDrea – Better Luck TomorrowAlonso – Larry Kramer In Love & AngerMatt- Green RoomWith Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Matt Apodaca

Vrroom vrroom, baby! It’s the first episode of the ‘Fast Cast,’ and we start things off with a bang. Our guest this week is MST3K’s Mary Jo Pehl, and we’ve enlisted her to discuss not just the first ‘Fast and Furious’ film, but the second one as well. That’s right, we cover both The Fast and the Furious and 2 Fast 2 Furious in one episode. People said it couldn’t be done, but we lived to tell the tale. The only warning we can give you before listening to this episode is…buckle up.Staff Picks:Ify – She’s All ThatDrea – Trixie Mattel: Moving PartsAlonso – D.E.B.S.Mary Jo – Safe SpacesWith Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Mary Jo Pehl

What a delightful little episode we have for you today! We are joined by the effervescent comedian Myq Kaplan to discuss Andrew Ahn’s wonderful new film, Driveways. Myq writes a Guns N’ Roses parody song for Drea in honor of her niece’s birthday. Ify gets exposed for analyzing the video game ‘Panty Party’ on another podcast. Drea reveals her love for USA Network’s ‘Up All Night.’ And Alonso gets a new toothbrush. Plus, we chat about the movies we saw way too young. And, as always, we’ve got staff picks.In news, Rob Liefeld says Marvel is not going to make any new Deadpool movies and Robert Pattinson reveals why he has gone back to big budget movies.Staff Picks:Ify – Uncut GemsDrea – Spaceship EarthAlonso – Celine and Julie Go BoatingMyq – The Secret Life of Walter MittyWith Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Myq Kaplan

This episode is not lame. It’s Laime. We’ve got the wonderful writer and podcaster Elizabeth Laime on the show to talk about Beanie Feldstein in How to Build a Girl. In the final installment of ‘This Is Your Movie Life,’ we reveal the movies that meant the most to us in our early thirties. We also answer a question from the ‘Who Shotline’ asking about the best movies set in one location. And, as always, we’ve got them tasty ‘Staff Picks.’Staff Picks:Ify – John Wick: Chapter 3 – ParabellumDrea – The Florida ProjectAlonso – Space Station 76Elizabeth – SecretaryWith Ify Nwadiwe, Drea Clark, Alonso Duralde, and Elizabeth Laime

Well what a nice little surprise – a brand new Who Shot Ya? episode! This week we discuss Alice Wu’s long awaited second film, the “Cyrano de Bergerac-esque” high school rom-com, The Half of It. Plus we reveal the movies that meant the most to us during our mid-twenties for ‘This Is Your Movie Life.’ We also hold a movie character ‘Quarantine Roommate Draft.’ Who does Ify want to be holed up with during this time? You’ll have to listen to find out!Staff Picks:Ify – AkiraDrea – Juliet, NakedAlonso – A White, White Day

This one goes out to all the weebs and anime fans out there! We are joined by the effervescent Dani Fernandez to discuss 2016’s Your Name – the first anime film we’ve ever discussed on the show! She and Ify break down the positive and negative aspects of anime culture. We also reveal the movies that meant the most to us during our “college years” in ‘This Is Your Movie Life!’ Plus, we answer a question from the Who Shotline about the character from an isolation film we most relate to. And, to round things out, we end with ‘Staff Picks.’Staff Picks:Ify – PromareDrea – Hunt for the WilderpeopleAlonso – My Brother’s HusbandDani – I Am the Pretty Thing That Lives in the House