Wonder Woman 1984 reunites writer-director Patty Jenks with Gal Gadot as Diana Price in a glitzy 80s sequel the first Wonder Woman blockbuster. Delayed due to COVID and finally released simultaneous in theaters and on HBOMax, WW84 does not have the same impact as its predecessor. However, there are layers worth exploring in Diana's development, and the introduction of Kristen Wiig as Cheetah and Pedro Pascal as Maxwell Lord add dimension to the story.
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What is it that makes you...YOU? Pixar Animation Studios’ all-new feature film Soul introduces Joe Gardner (voice of Jamie Foxx) – a middle-school band teacher who gets the chance of a lifetime to play at the best jazz club in town. But one small misstep takes him from the streets of New York City to The Great Before – a fantastical place where new souls get their personalities, quirks and interests before they go to Earth. Determined to return to his life, Joe teams up with a precocious soul, 22 (voice of Tina Fey), who has never understood the appeal of the human experience. As Joe desperately tries to show 22 what’s great about living, he may just discover the answers to some of life’s most important questions.
As Disney-Pixar's second film of 2020, Soul has a lot of heart. But it doesn't quite tug on the heartstrings like some previous films. Listen to our review to find out why.
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As far as buddy movies go The Climb might be better described as two life-long friends, turned enemies, turned friends again. Mike and Kyle have a fraught adult relationship. But despite the betrayals and the hurt they cause each other, their friendship remains one of mutual connection and respect. This film is smartly written and executed with a European flare.
A "dramedy" that perfectly suits 2020, The Climb proves that movies on male relationships can go beyond dumb boys comedies like The Hangover or Dumb and Dumber.
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A Surprising Delight: 'Eurovision Song Contest' is one of Will Ferrell's best films in years7/21/2020 
Will Ferrell and Rachel McAdams star as two aspiring pop stars with the sole goal of representing Iceland in Eurovision. Directed by David Dobkin, Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga both pokes fun and celebrates the annual show. As Lars, Ferrell delivers a familiar but entertaining performance. Backed by McAdams as Sigrit, they make a wonderful comedic duo.
We highly recommend this film if you're looking for a goofy escape from our pandemic riddled lives.
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We're back! After a hiatus as we navigated our new COVID world, Whiskey and Popcorn returns (from home) with a new review. Brushing off the dust, we're getting back into reviewing films and sharing our recommendations, both in movies and in drinks!
Netflix's new film The Old Guard is an action packed sci-fi fantasy and thriller. Charlize Theron and KiKi Layne star as of immortal warriors. Together with three others like them, they have taken it upon themselves to protect the world. But in a modern world with cameras, facial recognition, and technology, it's harder than ever to hide what they are. This film is packed with action and emotion and a welcome watch to escape the news and summer heat. Take a listen to hear our full review!
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In Emma. Jane Austen's precocious heroine gets another silver screen adaptation. Director Autumn de Wilde has her own way of doing things when it comes to translating the beloved novel. Starring Anya Taylor-Joy as Miss Emma Woodhouse and Johnny Flynn as Mr. George Knightly, this rendition of Austen's book captures much of the 544 pages into a cohesive story. However, fans of the book or the 1996 rendition, might not care much for this iteration. Hosts Kaely and Tuesday are split on this one. Take a listen to hear why.
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It's been four years since Suicide Squad flopped in theaters. The only silver lining was Margot Robbie's Harley Quinn. Now she's back and free from the Joker in Birds of Prey: And the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn or...as the film seems to be suddenly renamed: Harley Quinn: Birds of Prey. Confusion of the film's title aside, Robbie and Director Cathy Yan pull together one of the best superhero genre films since Wonder Woman. Full of energy, laughs, and never boring, _Harley Quinn_ is a great way to start off the 2020 superhero season.
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 It was certainly cold this year in Park City, Utah, but the snow didn't bother us anyway. We once again fueled our festival goings with our snacks of choice — whiskey and popcorn. And while we are not officially sponsored by our beloved High West whiskey distiller, we certainly partook of their awesomeness once again, along with a few other drinks thrown in for good measure. We saw a variety of thrilling and engaging films this year. And a couple left us scratching our heads. Here's the list of what we saw and what we thought. Listen to our podcast to get the full review of each film!
In a time when truth is being questioned and the pressure to follow the crowd is immense, a film like A Hidden Lifewww.imdb.com/title/tt5827916/ is just what is needed. Franz Jägerstätter is an Austrian farmer who faces death when refuses to fight for the Nazis in World War 2. His quiet protest which seemed so small at the time now resonates around the world of what one can do in the face of great evil. Director Terrance Malick delicately weaves Jägerstätter's story into a masterpiece of storytelling.
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Guy Ritchie's newest film The Gentlemen is a slick-talking, very British, crime drama that will delight Anglophiles and Ritchie fans alike. While a bit over-the-top, The Gentlemen earns its laughs.
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