PODCAST: Episode 143 of "The Cinephile Hissy Fit" Podcast

For their 143rd episode, two non-Italian critics, two racecar dads, and two seatbelt-wearing teachers, Will Johnson and Don Shanahan, are joined by the Cinematic Underdogs podcast partners for the second part of their collaborative Michael Mann double feature. This time, they fast forward to Mann's return to cinema with this past year's Oscar contender Ferrari starring Adam Driver and the sensational Penelope Cruz. Paul and Jordan are sports movie podcasters, so this was a treat to play in the podcasting stadium.

PODCAST: Episode 142 of "The Cinephile Hissy Fit" Podcast

For their 142nd episode, two hack critics, two hack-ish dads, and two hacker teachers, Will Johnson and Don Shanahan, begin the first episode of a two-part guest arc with Jordan Puga and Paul Keelan of the Cinematic Underdogs podcast. Both Will and Don have been on their show, it was our time to get them on ours. Our target was a Michael Mann double feature. This first episode covers Mann's maligned 2015 geo-techno thriller Blackhat starring Chris Hemsworth. With a four-man room, the opinions and pixels fly!

PODCAST: Episode 141 of "The Cinephile Hissy Fit" Podcast

For their 141st episode, two classical film critics, two chain-smoking dads, and two rapturous teachers, Will Johnson and Don Shanahan, stay in the Netflix stream and step up from last week's Zack Snyder crap to an Oscar contender of pedigree. This week, we talk about Maestro, written, directed, produced, and starring Bradley Cooper. Don was able to share has Hollywood access to the film as the guys compare the film's chances for appreciation and Oscars.

PODCAST: Episode 140 of "The Cinephile Hissy Fit" Podcast

For their 140th episode, two non-Snyderbro film critics, two sci-fi dads, and two post-Winter Break teachers, Will Johnson and Don Shanahan, head over to Netflix to step in the streaming cowpie that is the latest tentpole from paragon of internet trolls: Zack Snyder. That's right, we're talking about Rebel Moon: Part One - A Child of Fire. We've got a double-hater episode for a candidate for the worst film of 2023.

PODCAST: Episode 139 of "The Cinephile Hissy Fit" Podcast

For their 139th episode, two roughneck film critics, two corporate dads, and two status-kept teachers, Will Johnson and Don Shanahan, returned to the deep space of the Alien series for their second rewatch stop with an episode on 1986's Aliens sequel by James Cameron. The two enjoyed a comparative discussion on where they rank this one with the first one and the rest of the series.

MEDIA APPEARANCE: Guest on the Kicking the Seat YouTube channel talking "Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom"

This live roundtable for the Kicking the Seat podcast and YouTube channel stood as the final gathering of “Earth’s Mightiest Critics” for 2023. The release of Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom put a cap on the defunct DCEU and a pretty crappy overall year for comic book movies. Ian led a group of us to talk all about it and bury the dead. Watch Ian, myself, Mark Krawcyzk of Special Mark Productions, and new addition Cati Glidewell of The Blonde in Front on this stellar episode.

PODCAST: Episode 138 of "The Cinephile Hissy Fit" Podcast

For their 138th episode, two voyeuristic film critics, two myth-fearing dads, and two well-tested teachers, Will Johnson and Don Shanahan, both knocked out a long-held blindspot recently by giving an audience to Drew Goddard's 2011 breakout horror movie The Cabin in the Woods. Mostly remembered for early Chris Hemsworth flick, the guys talk about the big ideas of the movie that bit off more than they could chew.

PODCAST: Episode 137 of "The Cinephile Hissy Fit" Podcast

For their 137th episode, two Smith-loving film critics, two calculated dads, and two methodical teachers, Will Johnson and Don Shanahan, have long circled the next David Fincher movie on the calendar, and it's finally here. The Killer starring Michael Fassbender is circulating on Netflix and making the rounds with awards season. We talk about the rock-solid film and the razor sharp people who made it.

PODCAST: Episode 136 of "The Cinephile Hissy Fit" Podcast

For their 136th episode, two animatronic film critics, two stop-motion dads, and two special effects teachers, Will Johnson and Don Shanahan, come together for a new episode of their frequent "Deep Cut" series where they examine the work and hidden gems of an actor or filmmaker. This time around, the gentlemen examine the highly influential under-the-title work of makeup and FX legend Stan Winston. Get decked out and animated with us.

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PODCAST: Episode 135 of "The Cinephile Hissy Fit" Podcast

For their 135th episode, two open-minded film critics, two girlpower dads, and two body-swapping teachers, Will Johnson and Don Shanahan, are graced with the new Marvel movie to review. The Captain Marvel follow-up, The Marvels, has arrived with less than usual hoopla and less than usual box office returns for the dominant MCU brand. Has it all become so much that the Will questions retiring his proud title? Find out here.

PODCAST: Episode 134 of "The Cinephile Hissy Fit" Podcast

For their 134rd episode, two well-paid film critics, two space jockey dads, and two trucker teachers, Will Johnson and Don Shanahan, begin a selective pick-and-choose of a series rewatch of the Alien series. They start where it all began with 1979's Ridley Scott cornerstone Alien. In this podcast, you completely hear us scream. Sorry to disappoint you. Come for the shared challenge and stay for the mutual love and respect for the fun movies encapsulate. Enjoy our podcast!

Cinephile Hissy Fit, Podcast, 25YL, Media Appearance, 2023Don ShanahanNovember 24, 2023Cinephile Hissy Fit, Podcast, Will Johnson, Film Obsessive, Ridley Scott, Alien, AliensComment

MEDIA APPEARANCE: Guest on the Kicking the Seat YouTube channel talking "Trolls Band Together"

Film critics are often parents too and, sometimes, one of the perks of the position is being about to bring your children as your guests to an advanced screening. Recently, Ian Simmons of the Kicking the Seat podcast and YouTube channel and I were two film critic parents of many who brought our kiddos for the viewing privilege and bragging rights of seeing the new sequel Trolls Band Together earlier. While our sons did not join the conversation as the “target demographic,” Ian and I had plenty to celebrate and compliment!

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