BJ Movie Critiques

JT is MIA, so B goes solo to tackle a film centered on Disney's Cruella De Vil. Come one and all as B breaks down what turned out to be — a pretty Dalmation good movie.

Tonight's entry is packed with creative aesthetics, hilarious dialogue, and great laughs. So come one and all as B&JT break down a Lord Miller production full of frenzied, very-watchable fun.

Oh, Disney. Oh, 80’s. Oh, Billy Joel. Oh, Joey Lawrence. Oh, we could go on and on. Come one and all as B&JT dive into a movie that might as well be filmed nostalgia.

Believe it or not, tonight’s entry is nearly a century old. Does it hold up? Is it any good? Was it any good to start with? Come one and all as B&JT break down a film shelved deep in the archives of cinema.

Tonight’s entry is one for the books! Come one and all as B&JT break down a movie that excels across all film fronts and… is used for reference in law schools?

Chuckles bubble up from the depths in tonight’s entry! Come one and all as B&JT dive into a comedy full of silliness.

Better late than never! Come one and all as B&JT make predictions on who will win some of the biggest categories in this year’s Oscars.

Oh, Lord and Miller, you give us so much good stuff! Tonight’s entry is totally ridiculous family fun. So come one and all as B&JT break down an animated blast full of fresh and fun silliness. Enjoy!

As a reminder of last year’s surprise winner, tonight we recap a wonderful film from 2019 that took home four Oscars, including best picture. Come one and all as B&JT break down a movie that demands to be seen!

In keeping with Oscar month, B&JT tackle yet another film on the awards list, but… does it belong? Come one and all as B&JT break down tonight’s entry and give you their answer.

Get ready. In yet another film adventure that examines head-on what it means to be human, Pixar takes us to the Great Before and further, addressing the nature of the beforelife, afterlife, and what it means to be alive right now in this life. So, come one and all as B&JT discuss, ramble, laugh, and … Continue reading "Soul (2020)"

The Oscars are coming! The Oscars are coming! Granted, they’re two months late, but they’re still coming! Tonight kicks off the countdown, starting with a diamond in the rough whose nomination is very well deserved. So come one and all as B&JT highlight the details of a uniquely made piece of cinema that has risen … Continue reading "Sound of Metal (2020)"

Every now and then you see a movie you just gotta share with others. Cue tonight’s entry. Come one and all as B&JT breakdown a film filled with all the right choices. Enjoy!

B’s out tonight, so JT goes it alone and breaks down a fun and cathartic little family dramedy. As a bonus, he throws in a surprise find that’s an emotional heavy-hitter .

In yet another turn in favor of TV, tonight we tackle a mind-boggling mini-series spearheaded by unprecedented talent. Come one and all as B&JT struggle to make sense of it all before finally giving in and doing a spoiler episode so they can really get down to the nitty gritty. And a quick side note … Continue reading "DEVS (2020)"

Venturing back in time, B & JT revisit a quintessential Hitchcock film that often falls under the radar for a lot of movie fans. But it should totally be seen if hasn’t already, and it should be seen again if it has. Have a listen to the podcast to find out why!

In a departure from the norm, B&JT take on a TV series, one that’s a brand new installment for the MCU no less. So, come one and all as JT struggles to offer input while B drops real intel.

Maybe it’s Edgar, maybe it’s the writing, maybe it’s Maybelline — come one and all to find out B&JT’s reasons why tonight’s film is just plain fun.

Japan’s Suicide Forest trembles with the haunting screams of the yurei. Tonight’s entry Come one and all as B&JT try to make sense of it all.

Tonight’s entry comes by way of recommendation, and it’s a horror-must chocked full of entertainment. So come one and all as B&JT breakdown a genre great, then geek out a little bit. Well, maybe a lot…

Whether you like the film itself or not, the greats of cinema are in full force with tonight’s entry, so come one and all as B&JT break down “the greatest Hitchcock film Hitchcock never made.”

Creepy voices, creaking houses, figures flashing past cameras – we’re in horror territory, baby! Come one and all as B&JT dive into a foreign flick that sneaks up and grabs you in surprisingly good ways!

Tonight, B’s on the lam, so JT takes the podium. And he’s gotta great gem of a film for y’all! So come one and all as JT breaks down a powerful little indie so full of heart it brims over into the podcast

B is all alone again, this time with an Amazon original. So come one and all as B breaks down tonight’s entry with the gusto of a season filmmaker

JT is on hiatus, so B goes solo with a quirky and fun little film. Come one and all as B breaks down tonight’s entry and goes all in for production! Also, Happy New Year!

Whether it be through serendipity, providence, or sheer desperation, every now and again you stumble upon a diamond in the rough. Tonight’s movie might be just that. Come one and all as B&JT highlight the details of a uniquely made piece of cinema that might have some flaws, but overall rings loud and true.

Well, this happened… In a big departure from recent postings, and postings as a whole, JT ventures out on his own, wading into unknown waters in more ways than one. So, come one and all as JT dives into the crushingly circular whirlpool that is the mind of C. Kaufman, and finds himself adrift in … Continue reading "I’m Thinking of Ending Things (2020)"

In continuation of keeping things light, tonight’s flick presents a positive social message in comedic, mainstream wrapping. So, come one and all as B&JT breakdown a movie about training for a marathon. And life.

In keeping with last week’s quirky comedy, tonight’s entry features an extra dose of funny indie. Come one and all as B&JT step into the “DANGER ZONE!” of time travel.

Thanksgiving is a holiday rooted in gratitude, so B&JT decided to breakdown a movie that celebrates the little things, albeit in a quirky kinda way. Enjoy, and Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours!

When you see something good, you should let people know, and it is in that spirit we depart from our normal broadcast and tackle a TV show instead of a movie. So, come one and all as B&JT breakdown a series limited in length but abundant in quality, style and awesomeness.

With all the madness that’s going on in the world, we decided to watch a comedy for tonight’s podcast. So, come one and all as we talk about tonight’s flick and have a little zombie fun too!

Tonight’s entry is a step away from the norm, but one gladly taken! Come one and all as B&JT breakdown a very fun film and eventually wind up talking about… IP rights?

Stephen King is always a good way to round out anything Halloween, so come one and all as B&JT breakdown this little horror indie just in time for the big day. And also — Happy Halloween!

Tonight’s podcast peels back the layers of a film full of heady material. Sporting a title that nods to ‘Our Father,’ this flick is far from divine despite pulling heavily from ‘The Divine Comedy.’ So, come one and all as B&JT abandon all hope as they enter another installment into their Horror Movies Cuz It’s … Continue reading "As Above, So Below (2014)"

Like a vicious zombie running blindly across a parking lot, Halloween is coming for us. So grab a boom stick, holy water or whatever other weapon of choice, then come one and all as B&JT tackle their first flick in a list of horror films set for the rest of October. “They’re coming for you, … Continue reading "#Alive (2020)"

Tonight’s flick is full of shiny metal and high-octane speed. Come one and all as B&JT breakdown a pleasant surprise from two decades ago. And talk about the future of going to the theater?

Once a year, B and JT go to the movies. So come one and all as B and JT critique this movie, tell you how to watch it, and try to keep all events in a timely manner.

“This is the song that doesn’t end. Yes, it goes on and on, my friends. Some people started singing it not knowing what it was, but they’ll continue singing it forever just because… “This is the song that doesn’t end. Yes, it goes on and on, my friends. Some people started singing it, not knowing … Continue reading "The Endless (2017)"

Disclaimer: This podcast is rated TAS — Talks About Sex. But don’t worry, there’s history, social and moral philosophy, more history, and lots and lots of good movie mentions. So, come one and all as B&JT discuss tonight’s fun documentary entry. Enjoy!

Tonight’s film hails from Japanese director, Hirokazu Koreeda. Come one and all as B&JT observe the beautiful brushstrokes of this character and theme-rich indie.

If tonight’s entry were a guest speaker, it would need no intro. Come one and all as B&JT get a little fanboy-ish over a timeless classic brought to us by a group of timeless entertainers.

Tonight’s entry is all about the Bayhem. Come one and all as B&JT discuss what that means, how this film matches up, and… the work of a 16th century Dutch painter?

And now, here is Tom with the weather. Thanks, Jim. Tonight, there is A Mighty Wind a-blowing in from long-time comedy director Christopher Guest. Come one and all as B&JT work up a tempest of opinions about folk music, Eugene Levy and… Family Guy?

We LOVE it when we get requests, and this one is particularly good. So, come one and all as B&JT have maybe a little more fun than they should with a film like this.

Creature features are a mainstay in horror, and tonight’s film ticks off all the right boxes. Come one and all as B&JT dive in head first to take on a particularly crafty creature. Oh, and JT reveals his man crush…

Tonight’s entry is a crazy ride, even if it is a little ADD. So, come one and all as B&JT breakdown some pretty pulp fiction. But end up discussing something surprising?

Tonight’s entry is a bloody one not designed for the faint of heart, but if you can stand it, join B&JT as they tackle the questionable but committed remake of a seminal horror film. Seriously… Join us.

Oh, Shirley Jackson. A wonderful, real life author tormented by a writer’s mind that in turn tormented readers with unsettling tales of horror. Come one and all as B&JT breakdown a trippy semi-biopic drama about the author’s struggles with life, love, health, happiness, and the written word. And if you’re looking for an extra treat … Continue reading "Shirley (2020)"

Tonight’s movie is a specific taste elevated by all-around, good filmmaking, so come one and all as B&JT breakdown a movie about Jesus that doesn’t quite feel like a movie about Jesus.

B plants two feet firmly on the ground, refusing to budge no matter what arguments JT pushes him with. So, come one and all as B&JT wrestle merits and failures from a film that ultimately comes down to personal preference.