Episode notes
Paul Thomas Anderson’s latest film has car chases, explosions, secret societies, and and confused ex-revolutionaries…but did it make Drea cry? Find out the answer, plus our favorite underground cabals from film history, on this episode with special guest, noted critic Michael Phillips.
What’s Good
Alonso – Brian Earl’s Of Christmases Long, Long Ago
Drea – COVID booster/Worm Charming Championship
Michael – being with us (and Gov. Pritzker)
Kevin – The Big Show at The Earl
ITIDIC
The Tilly Norwood situation
LA Times Editorial: Oscars International Feature Category Is Broken; No Easy Fix
Staff Picks
Alonso – Smashing Time
Drea – Fairyland
Michael – Spartacus
Kevin – Apollo 13
Check out Michael’s appearances on Filmspotting and his piece on Ebert.com
In this episode...
Guests
- Michael Phillips
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A movie podcast that isn’t just a bunch of straight white dudes. Comedian Kevin Avery is joined by film producer Drea Clark and film critic Alonso Duralde for a fast, funny, flight through film. Maximum Film! is news, reviews and in-depth insight, beamed directly into your ears every week.
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