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Our Score - 7.17/10 (B-)     Rotten Tomatoes - 70%     IMDB - 7.5/10 Chosen By: Aaron Cronican 'Tenet' provides provides the great acting, complex storytelling, intense thrills, and innovative camerawork that Christopher Nolan's fanbase adores. It also has the expository dialogue, vague answers, and details that might not hold up under close inspection that his detractors point to in his movies. 'Tenet' is a good movie, but it won't change anybody's mind, no matter which way they feel about him.

Our Score - 2/10 (F)     Rotten Tomatoes - 28%     IMDB - 5.6/10 Chosen By: Steve Rushlau The directors provide some striking imagery, but that's the only positive thing about this movie. Awful writing, poor performances, stupid twists, and a general tone of self-importance, despite not really having anything to say, make this an unbearable viewing experience.

Our Score - 6.67/10 (C+)     Rotten Tomatoes - 49%     IMDB - 6.2/10 Chosen By: Brent Fruge Though some odd camera choices give an odd feeling to the movie, Jim Carrey gives a perfect performance, that only he could pull off, making this an immensely fascinating and enjoyable Christmas classic.   

Our Score - 6.67/10 (C+)     Rotten Tomatoes - 96%     IMDB - 7.8/10 Chosen By: Matt McNeal Riz Ahmed gives a great performance, and the sound design is flawless, but we never cared about the characters, so the story is ultimately a let-down.

Our Score - 8.5/10 (A-)     Rotten Tomatoes - 92%     IMDB - 7.5/10 Chosen By: Michael Lucas The is a top notch crime-thriller, that showcases Ben Affleck's talent as an actor and as a director. Two great performances, from Affleck and Jeremy Renner, and a tense atmosphere make this a must watch.

Our Score - 9.17/10 (A)     Rotten Tomatoes - 100%     IMDB - 6.4/10 Chosen By: Shane Cronican His House (2020) is a genuinely terrifying movie that blends true-life horrors with disturbing supernatural scares. Amazing acting, fantastic visuals, and an emotionally gripping story make this a must-see.

Our Score - 7.75/10 (B)     Rotten Tomatoes - 89%     IMDB - 6.2/10 Chosen By: Steve Rushlau The Wolf of Snow Hollow (2020) is a quirky, sometimes laugh-out-loud funny, horror hybrid that might not be for everyone. It is a bit uneven at times with its tone, but it's very well made and thoroughly enjoyable. 

Our Score - 6.42/10 (C)     Rotten Tomatoes - 93%     IMDB - 6.4/10 Chosen By: Aaron Cronican Possessor (2020) is a unique vision from director Brandon Cronenberg, and is worth a viewing because of that. That being said, this a a weird movie that definitely won't be for everyone. It is more of a science fiction movie, so those expecting a heavier leaning towards horror elements may be a bit disappointed like we were. 

Our Score - 7.13/10 (B-)     Rotten Tomatoes - 81%     IMDb - 6.1/10 Chosen By: Shane Cronican VFW feels like a love letter to John Carpenter and the violent, tough guy B-movies of the past. If that sounds like your type of movie, you will love this one!

Our Score - 7.84/10 (B)     Rotten Tomatoes - 86%     IMDB - 7.1/10 Chosen By: Michael Lucas Tremors combines horror, comedy, and action elements to become one of the best and most entertaining creature-features ever made. Though not without faults, it's so fun and thrilling it makes it easy to see past those. 

Our Score - 8.42/10 (B+)     RT - 82%     IMDB - 7.2/10 Chosen By: Matt McNeal While its disturbing content might push some viewers away, 'Audition' remains one of acclaimed director Takashi Miike's best movies, and a must-watch for horror movie fans.

Our Score - 8.7/10     Rotten Tomatoes - 91%     IMDB - 7.9/10 Chosen By - Michael Lucas 'Shaun of the Dead' remains one of the finest examples of the horror-comedy genre. Brilliant writing, perfect directing, and great acting make this a hilarious spoof of, as well as a prime addition to, the over-saturated zombie subgenre. 

Our Score - 4.92/10 (D)     Rotten Tomatoes - 63%     IMDB - 6.1/10 Chosen By: Steve Rushlau Horror Month kicks off with our discussion and review of Frozen. No, not the Disney animated film, but the 2010 horror film from the director of the Hatchet franchise.

Our Score - 5.94/10 (C-)      Rotten Tomatoes - 64%     IMDB - 7.1/10 Chosen By: Aaron Cronican 'The Devil All the Time' has a lot to offer. The acting is fantastic, it is directed very well, and the production value is exceptional. Unfortunately, the story went nowhere and it failed to engage. 

Our Score - 7.07/10 (B-)     Rotten Tomatoes - 39%     IMDB - 6.6/10 Chosen By: Brent Fruge On the surface, 'To Wong Foo, Thanks For Everything! Julie Newmar' (1995) might seem like a gimmick; cast three manly men (Patrick Swayze, Wesley Snipes, and John Leguizamo) and have them act outrageous as a trio of drag queens on a road trip. This movie becomes so much more than that thanks to it's contagious positive message and three fantastic performances from the three leads.

Our Score-9.42/10(A)   Rotten Tomatoes-97%   IMDB-8.4/10 Chosen By: Matt McNeal Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse boasts a stellar cast, a fantastic story, and top-notch animation, making this one of the best, if not the best, Marvel movie to date. For comic fans, this is a must-see! Press play to hear our full thoughts!

Our Score - 7.67/10 (B)     Rotten Tomatoes - 94%     IMDB - 7.5/10 Listener Request From: Kimberly Gau Palm Springs provides a unique spin on the 'Groundhog Day' time-loop formula. Andy Siara provides one of the best screenplays of the year, and Andy Samberg and Cristin Milioti provide fantastic performances, making Palm Springs a joyful, heartfelt, and surprisingly deep viewing experience. Press play to hear our full discussion!

Our Score - 5.69/10 (C-)     Rotten Tomatoes - 71%     IMDB - 5./10 Chosen By: Shane Cronican Director Jeremy Saulnier is incredibly talented and his skills are on full display in Hold the Dark, but despite the fantastic visuals, camerawork, cinematography, and acting, this movie somehow failed to engage us. Press play to hear our full thoughts!

Our Score - 7.92/10 (B)     Rotten Tomatoes - 92%     IMDB - 6.7/10 Chosen By: Steve Rushlau Despite the low budget (and possibly because of it), The Outpost forgoes blockbuster action to focus on a more intimate war story. Incredible directing and fantastic acting all around make this a surprisingly moving film that deserves to be seen.

Our Score - 7.82/10 (B)     Rotten Tomatoes - 90%     IMDB - 7.6/10 Chosen By: Aaron Cronican We consider Robert Eggers' directorial debut, The VVitch, a modern horror classic. His follow-up, The Lighthouse, was just as well-received by critics. Do we feel the same way? Press play to hear our thoughts!