Devin and I briefly review Bo Burnham’s Eighth Grade, one of our favorite films of last year. Then I’m joined by Nina, a current ninth-grader with a different take on the movie’s depiction of her age group.
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The M&M Report: “Stronger”
The M&M Report: 2016 in Review
Devin and I reflected on a turbulent year for world affairs and a fruitful year for pop culture in the final M&M Report of 2016. Thanks to all who have listened this year. See you in 2017!
Timecodes
Frank Ocean’s Blond (0:00-9:40)
the Longform podcast (9:40-18:15)
Atlanta (18:15-33:40)
O.J.: Made in America (33:40-42:20)
The Lobster (42:20-47:30)
Hell or High Water (47:30-54:50)
Moonlight (54:50-End)
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The M&M Report: “Bridge of Spies”
On this episode of The M&M Report, Devin Mitchell and I discussed Steven Spielberg’s first spy thriller Bridge of Spies with special guest Matt Dewilde. Disputes ensued!
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The M&M Report: “Sicario”
On this episode of The M&M Report, Devin Mitchell and I discuss the Denis Villeneuve-directed thriller Sicario (also known as “Sicari-OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!”, now playing in limited release.
Too long, didn’t listen: this movie’s really good. Go see it. (And listen!)
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The M&M Report: “Inside Out”
This week on The M&M Report, Devin Mitchell and I discussed Pixar’s Inside Out. Devin’s two-word description of the movie at 6:55 pretty much stands on its own, but we also discussed the ins and the outs of Inside Out and reflected on the last two decades of Pixar as they unfolded parallel to our childhood.
I also reviewed the movie for my blog,. Check out The Dissolve’s interview with director Pete Docter for more context about the film’s development. And A.O. Scott’s New York Times review is well worth your time.
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“Chef”: Well Seasoned
Jon Favreau’s Chef is bloated at times and bites off more than it can chew, but it’s a frequently sumptuous and fully fleshed-out meal with side dishes as potent and satisfying as the main entree. The seasoning is exquisite, the presentation is dazzling and you’ll leave the theater full and content.
Now that’s enough food metaphors for one review, right?
After a lengthy foray into blockbuster filmmaking with the Iron Man franchise and the regrettable Cowboys and Aliens, multi-hyphenate filmmaker Favreau returns to his roots with this low-budget, star-studded, light-fare dramedy that indulges some of the director’s passions and incorporates many of his favorite famous actors. The movie doesn’t always make the best use of these supporting players, but Favreau’s finely tuned performance and the affecting relationship between his character, Chef Carl Casper, and his adolescent son Percy (EmJay Anthony) keep the film afloat.
