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John and Max are celebrating episode 100. We did it! To celebrate we've recorded our longest episode ever. Before they get into the festivities, they review some new releases such as The Trial of the Chicago 7, On the Rocks, and Totally Under Control. Then, John and Max go through 100 questions about the podcast, movies, the Philadelphia Eagles and a whole lot more.  Thank you to our listeners and guests. You've helped make this podcast a joy for 100+ episodes strong. Thank you Titanic for this week's title.  What We’ve Been Watching Max: The Trial of the Chicago 7, On the Rocks, Totally Under Control Spotify Link: https://t.co/qAJuDI8D6Z   Website: itsthepicturespodcast.com Download the episode today and tweet at John and Max (@itsthepicpod). Like the show? Review us on iTunes! We are also available on Stitcher. Opening: the Morning by Vidian (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/Vidian/58453 Ft: Ciggiburns, Ausse

Nightstream Film Festival is a new genre film festival arriving virtually October 8th - 11th. The festival is a collaboration between five regional film festivals (the Boston Underground Film Festival (MA), Brooklyn Horror Film Festival (NY), North Bend Film Festival (WA), the Overlook Film Festival (LA), and Popcorn Frights Film Festival (FL). This festival is only made possible through these festivals working together in a year where their in-person events were impossible.  Included here is a review of Black Bear (dir. Lawrence Michael Levine) December 4th, 2020. (Available until 10.14 on Nightstream) (https://nightstream.org/) Spotify Link: https://t.co/qAJuDI8D6Z   Website: itsthepicturespodcast.com Download the episode today and tweet at John and Max (@itsthepicpod). Like the show? Review us on iTunes! We are also available on Stitcher. Opening: the Morning by Vidian (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/Vidian/58

Nightstream Film Festival is a new genre film festival arriving virtually October 8th - 11th. The festival is a collaboration between five regional film festivals (the Boston Underground Film Festival (MA), Brooklyn Horror Film Festival (NY), North Bend Film Festival (WA), the Overlook Film Festival (LA), and Popcorn Frights Film Festival (FL). This festival is only made possible through these festivals working together in a year where their in-person events were impossible.  Included here is reviews of: Run (dir. Aneesh Chaganty) Hulu November 20, Frank & Zed (dir. Jesse Blanchard), Leap of Faith (dir. Alexandre O. Philippe) Shudder November 19 (https://nightstream.org/) Spotify Link: https://t.co/qAJuDI8D6Z   Website: itsthepicturespodcast.com Download the episode today and tweet at John and Max (@itsthepicpod). Like the show? Review us on iTunes! We are also available on Stitcher. Opening: the Morning by Vidian (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) l

Nightstream Film Festival is a new genre film festival arriving virtually October 8th - 11th. The festival is a collaboration between five regional film festivals (the Boston Underground Film Festival (MA), Brooklyn Horror Film Festival (NY), North Bend Film Festival (WA), the Overlook Film Festival (LA), and Popcorn Frights Film Festival (FL). This festival is only made possible through these festivals working together in a year where their in-person events were impossible.  Included here is capsule reviews of: Lapsis (dir.Noah Hutton), Dinner in America (dir. Adam Rehmeier), Bleed with Me (dir. Amelia Moses) (https://nightstream.org/) Spotify Link: https://t.co/qAJuDI8D6Z   Website: itsthepicturespodcast.com Download the episode today and tweet at John and Max (@itsthepicpod). Like the show? Review us on iTunes! We are also available on Stitcher. Opening: the Morning by Vidian (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/Vi

Nightstream Film Festival is a new genre film festival arriving virtually October 8th - 11th. The festival is a collaboration between five regional film festivals (the Boston Underground Film Festival (MA), Brooklyn Horror Film Festival (NY), North Bend Film Festival (WA), the Overlook Film Festival (LA), and Popcorn Frights Film Festival (FL). This festival is only made possible through these festivals working together in a year where their in-person events were impossible.  Included here is a preview of Max's most anticipated films of the festival. Badges are available now. (https://nightstream.org/) Spotify Link: https://t.co/qAJuDI8D6Z   Website: itsthepicturespodcast.com Download the episode today and tweet at John and Max (@itsthepicpod). Like the show? Review us on iTunes! We are also available on Stitcher. Opening: the Morning by Vidian (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/Vidian/58453 Ft: Ciggiburns, Aussens@

John and Max are attempting to do a Fall Preview. Attempting because 2020 has been unlike any other year. They start with some highlights from the Emmy awards, and then they talk about the buzzed about films from Venice and Toronto film festivals. Included are discussions of Nomadland, One Night in Miami, The Father, and No Time to Die. Please VOTE. What We’ve Been Watching Max: Time, Kajillionaire John: Waking Ned Devine Spotify Link: https://t.co/qAJuDI8D6Z   Website: itsthepicturespodcast.com Download the episode today and tweet at John and Max (@itsthepicpod). Like the show? Review us on iTunes! We are also available on Stitcher. Opening: the Morning by Vidian (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/Vidian/58453 Ft: Ciggiburns, Aussens@iter, vo1k1 Closing: Pixie Pixels (featuring Kara Square) by spinningmerkaba (c) copyright 2016 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://di

Spotify Link: https://t.co/qAJuDI8D6Z   Website: itsthepicturespodcast.com Download the episode today and tweet at John and Max (@itsthepicpod). Like the show? Review us on iTunes! We are also available on Stitcher. Opening: the Morning by Vidian (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/Vidian/58453 Ft: Ciggiburns, Aussens@iter, vo1k1 Closing: Pixie Pixels (featuring Kara Square) by spinningmerkaba (c) copyright 2016 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/jlbrock44/53778  Additional comments? Email us: itsthepictures@gmail.com

John and Max are back with another director themed episode. This time they will be talking about writer/director Charlie Kaufman. Some highlighted films include Adaptation., Synecdoche New York, and Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind. What We’ve Been Watching Max: Mulan, Tenet John: I Wanna Hold Your Hand, Used Cars Spotify Link: https://t.co/qAJuDI8D6Z   Website: itsthepicturespodcast.com Download the episode today and tweet at John and Max (@itsthepicpod). Like the show? Review us on iTunes! We are also available on Stitcher. Opening: the Morning by Vidian (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/Vidian/58453 Ft: Ciggiburns, Aussens@iter, vo1k1 Closing: Pixie Pixels (featuring Kara Square) by spinningmerkaba (c) copyright 2016 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/jlbrock44/53778  Additional comments? Email us: itsthepictures@gmail.com

Bonus Review Time! This time the HBO MAX documentary, Class Action Park, Bill and Ted: Face the Music, and I'm Thinking of Ending Things.      Spotify Link: https://t.co/qAJuDI8D6Z   Website: itsthepicturespodcast.com Download the episode today and tweet at John and Max (@itsthepicpod). Like the show? Review us on iTunes! We are also available on Stitcher. Opening: the Morning by Vidian (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/Vidian/58453 Ft: Ciggiburns, Aussens@iter, vo1k1 Closing: Pixie Pixels (featuring Kara Square) by spinningmerkaba (c) copyright 2016 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/jlbrock44/53778  Additional comments? Email us: itsthepictures@gmail.com

John is back and the two hosts are joined this week by guest Jared Gores (@jgoresy). Max, John, and Jared talk about the war between critics, capitalism, and the pandemic. How dumb is it that movie theaters are opening? Then, they take turns talking about some of their favorite or relevant Summer movies. Since we didn't really have a Summer movie season, why don't you take in some of these suggestions! John: X-Men Series Max: Inception and Raiders of the Lost Arc Jared: Miami Vice and Y Tu Mamá También   What We’ve Been Watching Max: Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure Jared: Marie Antoinette  Spotify Link: https://t.co/qAJuDI8D6Z   Website: itsthepicturespodcast.com Download the episode today and tweet at John and Max (@itsthepicpod). Like the show? Review us on iTunes! We are also available on Stitcher. Opening: the Morning by Vidian (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/Vidian/58453 Ft: Ciggiburns, Aussens@iter

Max has another bonus review, this time the Korean horror film, 'Train to Busan' and its new sequel, 'Train to Busan Presents: Peninsula.'     Spotify Link: https://t.co/qAJuDI8D6Z   Website: itsthepicturespodcast.com Download the episode today and tweet at John and Max (@itsthepicpod). Like the show? Review us on iTunes! We are also available on Stitcher. Opening: the Morning by Vidian (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/Vidian/58453 Ft: Ciggiburns, Aussens@iter, vo1k1 Closing: Pixie Pixels (featuring Kara Square) by spinningmerkaba (c) copyright 2016 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/jlbrock44/53778  Additional comments? Email us: itsthepictures@gmail.com

Max has another bonus review, this time the new Apple TV+ documentary, Boys State gets reviewed. Also reviews for the HBO/HBO MAX 'An American Pickle' and 'Lovecraft Country'.   Spotify Link: https://t.co/qAJuDI8D6Z   Website: itsthepicturespodcast.com Download the episode today and tweet at John and Max (@itsthepicpod). Like the show? Review us on iTunes! We are also available on Stitcher. Opening: the Morning by Vidian (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/Vidian/58453 Ft: Ciggiburns, Aussens@iter, vo1k1 Closing: Pixie Pixels (featuring Kara Square) by spinningmerkaba (c) copyright 2016 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/jlbrock44/53778  Additional comments? Email us: itsthepictures@gmail.com

This week Max and guest Charlie Nash (@ctnash91) are talking about the legend, Meryl Streep. But first, they have a lot of news to cover including the new partnership between AMC Theaters and Universal Pictures, as well as, Mulan moving from theaters to Disney +. Then they go deep on two Meryl Streep films, The Bridges of Madison County and Doubt. Finally, Max reviews the new doc Starting at Zero, and Charlie gives his thoughts on She Dies Tomorrow.  What We’ve Been Watching: Max: Starting at ZeroCharlie: She Dies Tomorrow   Spotify Link: https://t.co/qAJuDI8D6Z   Website: itsthepicturespodcast.com Download the episode today and tweet at John and Max (@itsthepicpod). Like the show? Review us on iTunes! We are also available on Stitcher. Opening: the Morning by Vidian (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/Vidian/58453 Ft: Ciggiburns, Aussens@iter, vo1k1 Closing: Pixie Pixels (featuring Kara Square) by spinningmerkaba

Max has another bonus review, this time the new IFC Films release Summerland and new Neon picture, She Dies Tomorrow   Spotify Link: https://t.co/qAJuDI8D6Z   Website: itsthepicturespodcast.com Download the episode today and tweet at John and Max (@itsthepicpod). Like the show? Review us on iTunes! We are also available on Stitcher. Opening: the Morning by Vidian (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/Vidian/58453 Ft: Ciggiburns, Aussens@iter, vo1k1 Closing: Pixie Pixels (featuring Kara Square) by spinningmerkaba (c) copyright 2016 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/jlbrock44/53778  Additional comments? Email us: itsthepictures@gmail.com

This week John and Max are exploring the filmography of Steve McQueen (the actor). But first, they pay respects to Olivia De Havilland and Regis Philbin. Then, they talk about some classic films by Steve McQueen. Finally, there are some reviews for movies Yes, God, Yes,  But I'm a Cheerleader, Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle, and Apple TV+ The Morning Show. *apologies for the bad audio from Max. Will check that for next show* What We’ve Been Watching: Max: Yes, God, Yes, But I’m a CheerleaderJohn: Charlie’s Angels Full Throttle, The Morning Show     Spotify Link: https://t.co/qAJuDI8D6Z   Website: itsthepicturespodcast.com Download the episode today and tweet at John and Max (@itsthepicpod). Like the show? Review us on iTunes! We are also available on Stitcher. Opening: the Morning by Vidian (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/Vidian/58453 Ft: Ciggiburns, Aussens@iter, vo1k1 Closing: Pixie Pixels (featuring Kara S

Max has another bonus review segment this week. First, is the latest from A24, Kelly Reichardt's First Cow. Second, a new horror film that has just made its debut on Shudder, The Beach House. Finally, IFC Films has a new VOD with Relic. A crazy week for new releases.    Spotify Link: https://t.co/qAJuDI8D6Z   Website: itsthepicturespodcast.com Download the episode today and tweet at John and Max (@itsthepicpod). Like the show? Review us on iTunes! We are also available on Stitcher. Opening: the Morning by Vidian (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/Vidian/58453 Ft: Ciggiburns, Aussens@iter, vo1k1 Closing: Pixie Pixels (featuring Kara Square) by spinningmerkaba (c) copyright 2016 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/jlbrock44/53778  Additional comments? Email us: itsthepictures@gmail.com

This week John and Max remember the year 2000 and many of the films of that year celebrating their 20th anniversary. What was your favorite movie from 2000? Also included are some recent headlines in the world of film and a review of the new Hulu film, Palm Springs.  The Year 2000 Max: Almost Famous, Erin Brockovich, Gladiator John: Traffic, What Lies Beneath, Charlie’s Angels, MI:2, Perfect Storm What We’ve Been Watching: Max: Palm Springs     Spotify Link: https://t.co/qAJuDI8D6Z   Website: itsthepicturespodcast.com Download the episode today and tweet at John and Max (@itsthepicpod). Like the show? Review us on iTunes! We are also available on Stitcher. Opening: the Morning by Vidian (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/Vidian/58453 Ft: Ciggiburns, Aussens@iter, vo1k1 Closing: Pixie Pixels (featuring Kara Square) by spinningmerkaba (c) copyright 2016 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3

Max has another bonus review, this time the new John Stewart film, 'Irresistible', and the new Netflix film, 'Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga'   Spotify Link: https://t.co/qAJuDI8D6Z   Website: itsthepicturespodcast.com Download the episode today and tweet at John and Max (@itsthepicpod). Like the show? Review us on iTunes! We are also available on Stitcher. Opening: the Morning by Vidian (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/Vidian/58453 Ft: Ciggiburns, Aussens@iter, vo1k1 Closing: Pixie Pixels (featuring Kara Square) by spinningmerkaba (c) copyright 2016 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/jlbrock44/53778  Additional comments? Email us: itsthepictures@gmail.com

"I think it is very important that films make people look at what they've forgotten." - Spike Lee Places you can donate: https://www.communityjusticeexchange.org/nbfn-directory https://colorofchange.org/ https://www.aclu.org/ Free movies about Racial Injustice:  https://www.theverge.com/21285638/racial-injustice-movies-watch-stream-list-selma-ali-black-lives-matter This week John and Max are reviewing selections in the filmography of Spike Lee. But first, they address the ongoing unrest in America and the BLM movement and how you can help. Then, they talk about the new dates for the Academy Awards and provide their thoughts on the big move. Finally, they cover some of the films of Spike Lee, including his new feature Da 5 Bloods. Films featured: Crooklyn, Bamboozled, 25th Hour, Inside Man What We’ve Been Watching: Max: Watermelon Woman, Daughters of the Dust John: 13th, Central Park Five   Spotify Link: https://t.co/qAJuDI8D6Z   Website: itsthepicturespodcast.com Download the episode today and tweet

Max has another bonus review, this time the new comedy from director Judd Apatow, The King of Staten Island. The King of Staten Island is now available as a PVOD purchase from streaming services.    Spotify Link: https://t.co/qAJuDI8D6Z   Website: itsthepicturespodcast.com Download the episode today and tweet at John and Max (@itsthepicpod). Like the show? Review us on iTunes! We are also available on Stitcher. Opening: the Morning by Vidian (c) copyright 2018 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/Vidian/58453 Ft: Ciggiburns, Aussens@iter, vo1k1 Closing: Pixie Pixels (featuring Kara Square) by spinningmerkaba (c) copyright 2016 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/jlbrock44/53778  Additional comments? Email us: itsthepictures@gmail.com