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Chris and Perry are back for one last episode of 2022, and it's a big one. First, they check in with a few recent new releases, including some holiday films, a horror-satire, and a new drama. Then, they dig in to talk The Banshees of Inisherin and The Fabelmans.  Thank you for listening this year, and we'll be watching even more in 2023! We’re Watching Here” Facebook page “We’re Watching Here” Twitter Perry Seibert on Twitter Chris Williams on Twitter Chris' Newsletter

Chris and Perry continue their series on the films of Robert Altman with a double feature looking at two stage adaptations from the 1980s: Come Back to the Five and Dime, Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean and Secret Honor. Plus, talk about Tar and Weird: The Al Yankovic Story.  We’re Watching Here” Facebook page “We’re Watching Here” Twitter Perry Seibert on Twitter Chris Williams on Twitter Chris' Newsletter

In advance of Sight and Sound's publication of its once-a-decade list, Chris and Perry sit down to discuss what they would vote for if they were asked to submit a ballot of the best movies ever made.  We’re Watching Here” Facebook page “We’re Watching Here” Twitter Perry Seibert on Twitter Chris Williams on Twitter Chris' Newsletter

Chris sits down with podcaster Joe Scott to talk about his podcast on the infamous and influential film criticism website, Ain't It Cool News.   We’re Watching Here” Facebook page “We’re Watching Here” Twitter Perry Seibert on Twitter Chris Williams on Twitter Chris' Newsletter

Chris and Perry are back, talking Robert Altman once again! This time, they mumble their way through the director's 1980 musical Popeye. Is this a trainwreck? An embarrassment? An unappreciated gem? Grab a can of spinach (or, in the case of this Popeye, don't) and give it a listen! Also, talk about Bullet Train and Nope.  We’re Watching Here” Facebook page “We’re Watching Here” Twitter Perry Seibert on Twitter Chris Williams on Twitter Chris' Newsletter

In preparation for this week's Secret Cinema at the Maple Theater, Chris and Perry talk about their favorite movie surprises. Also, discussion about The Fly and The Brave Little Toaster.    Reminder for our Detroit-area listeners: Chris and Perry will co-host Secret Cinema at the Maple Theater THIS THURSDAY, JULY 21, at 7:30 p.m. Show up for a surprise movie and a Q/A afterward!  We’re Watching Here” Facebook page “We’re Watching Here” Twitter Perry Seibert on Twitter Chris Williams on Twitter Chris' Newsletter

Chris and Perry are back together, and they're talking the music, the performances and the politics of Robert Altman's iconic Nashville. Which performance out of the 25 major ones is their favorite? How have the films politics and depiction of American culture aged in the nearly 50 years since its release? Is this Altman's best movie?  Also, talk about Top Gun: Maverick, Crimes of the Future and Cha Cha Real Smooth!  Reminder for our Detroit-area listeners: Chris and Perry will co-host Secret Cinema at the Maple Theater on Thursday, July 21, at 7:30 p.m. Show up for a surprise movie and a Q/A afterward!    We’re Watching Here” Facebook page “We’re Watching Here” Twitter Perry Seibert on Twitter Chris Williams on Twitter Chris' Newsletter  

Hey everyone! Chris sits down for an interview with Cody Benjamin, editor of Movies From the Mountaintop: 100+ Films that Express God, Explore Faith and Enlighten Church. Chris and Cody talk about Top Gun: Maverick, discuss Cody's long love of the movies, how film has impacted his faith and his process for pulling together 25 authors (including Chris) for his new book, which you can purchase at Amazon.  Reminder for our Detroit-area listeners: Chris and Perry will co-host Secret Cinema at the Maple Theater on Thursday, July 21, at 7:30 p.m. Show up for a surprise movie and a Q/A afterward!  Perry will be back later this month to continue the Robert Altman series with a discussion of Nashville!  “We’re Watching Here” Facebook page “We’re Watching Here” Twitter Perry Seibert on Twitter Chris Williams on Twitter Chris' Newsletter

Chris and Perry are back! New jobs, illness and computer woes put the podcast on a brief hiatus, but it's back with a super-sized episode. First, the duo raves about "Everything Everywhere All At Once." Then, they discuss the great TV they've been watching. Finally, they talk at length about The Beatles in movies, starting with "A Hard Day's Night" and then moving on to Peter Jackson's "The Beatles: Get Back." Who's John? Who's Ringo? Listen and find out!  “We’re Watching Here” Facebook page “We’re Watching Here” Twitter Perry Seibert on Twitter Chris Williams on Twitter Chris' Newsletter

Chris and Perry talk about the 2022 Academy Awards, discussing the production, the hosts and the Slap Heard Around the World. They also eventually get around to discussing the winners.  “We’re Watching Here” Facebook page “We’re Watching Here” Twitter Perry Seibert on Twitter Chris Williams on Twitter Chris' Newsletter

Chris and Perry are back, and continue diving into the filmography of Robert Altman. This week, they look at his Phillip Marlowe flick, The Long Goodbye. Is Elliott Gould a great Marlow? What's with the movie's obsession with animals? How does Altman keep putting these new twists on beloved franchises?  Also, Perry chats about a recent double feature of The Monkees' Head and Eminem's 8 Mile, and Chris catches up with Coda, Jackass Forever, Nightmare Alley and The French Connection.    “We’re Watching Here” Facebook page “We’re Watching Here” Twitter Perry Seibert on Twitter Chris Williams on Twitter Chris' Newsletter

Chris and Perry are back. They talk about what they've been watching, including "Squid Game" and "Mass." Chris discusses his no-trailer resolution, and they discuss the critical reaction to Adam McKay's "Don't Look Up." Then, they dive into the main topic, a look at Robert Altman's revisionist Western, "McCabe & Mrs. Miller."  “We’re Watching Here” Facebook page “We’re Watching Here” Twitter Perry Seibert on Twitter Chris Williams on Twitter Chris' Newsletter

Programming note: This episode was recorded in early December with the intention of releasing it pre-Christmas. Some scheduling snafus and technical conflicts mean it's just getting released now. But it doesn't change much other than a few references - CW.  “We’re Watching Here” Facebook page “We’re Watching Here” Twitter Perry Seibert on Twitter Chris Williams on Twitter Chris' Newsletter

It's a great time to be a movie fan! Chris and Perry talk about some new releases, including "Tick...tick...BOOM!", Disney's "Encanto, and Adam McKay's "Don't Look Up" -- and jack back in for a look at the original Matrix trilogy in this week's discussion!  “We’re Watching Here” Facebook page “We’re Watching Here” Twitter Perry Seibert on Twitter Chris Williams on Twitter Chris' Newsletter

After much hyping, Chris and Perry finally start their Robert Altman retrospective with a look at 1970s "M*A*S*H." After the popular novel but before the beloved sitcom, Altman made his feature debut with this look at the hijinks of three surgeons in the field during the Korean War. Chris and Perry talk about the humor that's poorly aged, the anger that's still palpable and the undeniable charisma of Donald Sutherland and Elliot Gould.  “We’re Watching Here” Facebook page “We’re Watching Here” Twitter Perry Seibert on Twitter Chris Williams on Twitter Chris' Newsletter

As a palate cleanser between the Summer of the 70s series and the upcoming dive into Robert Altman's filmography, Chris and Perry take some time to talk about a few recent rewatches, including current theatrical releases Dune and The French Dispatch, and the Nicolas Cage film Pig from earlier this year.  “We’re Watching Here” Facebook page “We’re Watching Here” Twitter Perry Seibert on Twitter Chris Williams on Twitter Chris' Newsletter

Chris and Perry close out their discussion of films of the 1970s with this discussion of Michael Cimino's "The Deer Hunter." They discuss the controversy over the film, the brilliant performances from Robert De Niro and Christopher Walken, and more. Also, a discussion about Stephen King movies and the new James Bond, "No Time to Die."  “We’re Watching Here” Facebook page “We’re Watching Here” Twitter Perry Seibert on Twitter Chris Williams on Twitter Chris' Newsletter

Chris and Perry continue their discussion about the films of the 1970s with an in-depth discussion of Terrence Malick's 1973 debut, "Badlands," starring Martin Sheen and Sissy Spacek. Note: Due to technical difficulties, the last minute and a half of the episode is bit garbled, but it does not affect the rest of the review.  “We’re Watching Here” Facebook page “We’re Watching Here” Twitter Perry Seibert on Twitter Chris Williams on Twitter Chris' Newsletter

Chris and Perry talk about Quentin Tarantino's novelization of his 2019 film. How does the transfer to the page change the experience? Is it for the better or worse? Also, a discussion about which Scott Brother was better: Tony or Ridley.  “We’re Watching Here” Facebook page “We’re Watching Here” Twitter Perry Seibert on Twitter Chris Williams on Twitter Chris' Newsletter

Chris and Perry continue their Summer of the 70s series with a Sidney Lumet double feature. First, they spend a tense August day and night with Al Pacino and John Cazale in "Dog Day Afternoon." Next, they get mad as hell about "Network." It's a long, fun deep dive with two of the greatest movies ever made.  “We’re Watching Here” Facebook page “We’re Watching Here” Twitter Perry Seibert on Twitter Chris Williams on Twitter Chris' Newsletter