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So I Married a Film Critic is a podcast for movie lovers, from a husband and wife team who explore the best, worst and everything in between of movies. She’s a lifelong film buff with a love for comedies and he’s a professional film critic with pretentiou

Barry Wurst


    • May 16, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    138: Companion

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 71:36


    Turn your laughter meter way up for our discussion on "Companion." Barry talks about his annoyance that Julia guessed the premise of this film months ahead of time, what type of companion they would like to have and how A.I. is getting a little bit creepy. Major spoilers ahead on this episode, so if you've been wanting to see it now is the time. Otherwise, let us know your thoughts, leave a 5 star review and please like/subscribe wherever you listen.If you want more behind-the-scenes from the show, follow along on Instagram @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast.

    137. American Psycho

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 62:11


    Before you go return some video tapes, join Barry and Julia for their conversation on the horror film, American Psycho. Topics include the original 1991 banned book written by Bret Easton Ellis, how Julia found the comedy in the horror, their favorite scenes and the thing Julia wished she knew before they got married. Comment with your favorite quote or scene from the film. Please like and subscribe! We appreciate it!Follow the show behind the scenes on IG @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast.

    136. Jerry Maguire

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 72:28


    Barry has Julia at, "Are you that film critic guy?" In this episode, your hosts talk about the eternally popular "Jerry Maguire" (1996). They discuss all things Cameron Crowe, debate the painfully earnest dialog, comment on how a great Springsteen tune became an unceasing 90's ear-worm, and question if the film's eternal optimism holds up in the 21st century. And yes, Barry and Julia reenact the moment they first met (cue the Springsteen tune!).For more behind the scenes from the show, follow along on IG @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast.

    135. Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1978)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2025 57:01


    Barry and Julia discuss this classic sci-fi film from 1978. They get into the mechanics of how the pod people arrive from space. Is it space sperm? They talk about the meaning of the film as a cult and fight against conformity. They wonder about public mud baths and how dog man was created. Barry also gets into his epic day walking around San Francisco on a self-guided Invasion of the Body Snatchers Tour. This episode was a listener request. Thank you Jason!Follow the show on IG @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast.

    134. Midnight Run

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2025 61:24


    A zany listener request, Barry and Julia talk about what it takes to be a Bounty Hunter, what this movie would be like if Cher was in it and who has the best mustache in Hollywood. Join us for a "Midnight Run" through this unexpected buddy comedy staring Robert DeNiro and Charles Grodin, a 70's hottie. Follow us on Instagram @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast for more behind the scenes, what else we're watching that doesn't make it on the show and more random thoughts.

    133. Wicked

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2025 62:23


    Barry and Julia grab a broom and fly to the wonderful land of Oz for an epic time at Shiz University. Listen in for Barry's take on musical theater, talking goats and hiring actors who can't sing. Julia does her best Ga-Linda impression and thinks this movie definitely defies gravity even if it is way too long. Scandalocious material ahead. For more behind the scenes of the podcast, follow along on IG @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast.

    132. The Substance

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2025 76:08


    Would you take a mystery substance to be younger? That's the question asked in the unhinged, gory and overly long film, "The Substance." Barry and Julia discuss whether they would take the Substance, what's missing from this film, why they found it hilarious and the "Julia Scale" of scary movies. Let us know if you saw this one or if our episode encourages you to see it. Follow us on Instagram for more @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast.

    131. Gladiator II

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2025 66:56


    Your hosts, Barry and Julia, jump into the gladiator ring and talk about everything from Russell Crowe's replacement, how nasty the twin emperors are, Dondus the Monkey and if the US has it's own version of Roman entertainment. Bread and circuses, anyone? Join us as we talk about the history and the heros of this wild tale that jumped the shark, literally. Follow the show on Instagram @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast. Please like, subscribe, leave a review and comment.

    130. Night B*tch

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2025 59:17


    Barry and Julia delve into the 2024 body horror film "Night B*tch" starring Amy Adams as an exhausted mom turned...dog? Based on the critically acclaimed novel of the same name, this film got your hosts talking about parenthood, sleepless nights and whether "Mother" should have gotten back with her husband or murdered him. This discussion will resonate with anyone who has stayed up rocking a baby and then sleepily walked that child to the library the next day just for some social interaction. Did this film resonate? Listen in and hear their candid conversation but don't worry, Barry will bring it back to the absurd rather quickly. Follow the show on IG @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast.

    129: It Ends with Us

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2025 74:33


    Barry and Julia are back with new episodes in 2025 and are starting with the controversial title, "It Ends with Us." What was once a surprise summer blockbuster has soured into a wave of bad press. Your hosts discuss the difference between a Meet Cute and a Meet Creepy Atop a Building, the likeliness of running a flower shop despite no visible customers, the bad flashbacks vs. the even worse present scenes, the awful names of the characters and how Blake Lively is stuck having two lousy hot dudes to choose from. While we understand the importance of a topic like domestic violence, this film is worthy of our snarky critique and we tell you why. If you are a victim of domestic violence please know there is help out there: 1.800.799.7233. For more behind the scenes commentary please follow us on Instagram @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast.

    128. The Fall

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2024 58:13


    The Fall may be out of print, but you'll have a chance to see it in theater's September 27, 2024 or on streaming after that on Mubi. In this episode we talk about this masterful work of art and storytelling, how we used to share this film with anyone who came over, all about stuntmen and how they really feel and why Lee Pace should be in more movies. Timecodes: 1:12 - The Cell, another Singh film 5:47 - Is this style over storytelling? 6:28 - Does Singh compare to Nolan? 11:12 - Thoughts on Lee Pace 12:47 - Better than a Marvel Movie? 13:38 - Falling in love with a stunt man 16:12 - Stuntman awards 17:38 - Men doubled by women 24:57 - The Rule of 4/5 - The Perfect Person? 28:49 - Is Lee Pace really paralyzed? 32:42 - Tonal shifts - Does it work? 36:57 - Stop motion animation? 50:12 - Out of print film This is Season 3, Episode 24. (Episode 128) Connect with us! IG: https://www.instagram.com/soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast Subscribe and listen to So I Married a Film Critic Podcast here: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/so-i-married-a-film-critic/id1592571050 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7xsnHpf4YC

    127. Three Men and a Little Lady

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2024 56:11


    Barry and Julia discuss why they heck they even chose to talk about this movie, who really makes the decisions for this podcast and their lingering regrets. Barry goes into detail on the sitcom nature of this film versus the first one, "Three Men and a Baby" and all of the ways this script has no tension or stakes. We talk about Tom Selleck, how he was the original Indiana Jones and why his character never got together with Sylvia until 6 years later! We find the funny through all the nonsense and hope you enjoy! Intro: Why did we pick this movie? 2:00: Did "3 Men and a Baby" need a sequel? 11:45: Mary is growing up! 13:50: I thought Nancy Travis was British 16:00: Thoughts on marrying Edward 17:53: One of Barry's favorite moments 19:44: Where's the tension? 23:38: Argument - Is this an ugly American farce? 25:00: Boarding school discussion 30:30: It's hard to be a child actor 35:00: "I'm impotent!" 37:10: Barry's retraction 37:30: The final act 47:45: Waiting for a star to fall 53:56: 3rd movie plot idea - 3 Grandpas? This is Season 3, Episode 23. (Episode 127) Listen to Episodes 101-120 wherever you listen to podcasts. Connect with us!IG: https://www.instagram.com/soimarriedafilmcritic_podcastSubscribe and listen to So I Married a Film Critic Podcast here: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/so-i-married-a-film-critic/id1592571050Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7xsnHpf4YC

    126: Color of Night

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2024 69:42


    The fact that this film was even made, much less with Bruce Willis, is unbelievable. The only version available is the unrated directors cut. Good luck finding the original theatrical version. (If you do, Barry is interested in knowing where you found it.) We discuss the history of erotic thrillers, how Bruce Willis was able to succeed even though he made films like this, and all the ways this film goes over the top and just keeps going. Willis plays the worst psychoanalyst who, after a client kills herself he ends up stealing his colleagues therapy group. We get into the details of the therapy group, the longest sex scene in cinema, what makes this film gratuitous and why is could have been a comedy. Timecodes: Intro: What is film noir? 03:25: Color of Night wants to be "Basic Instinct" 06:50: Willis is unstoppable 08:45: Could this have been a prequel to "The Sixth Sense"? 10:00: A Disney Movie? 15:55: Bill and Bob 17:55: Psycho therapy group participants 20:18: It could have been a comedy 28:50: Who's scared to say erection? 30:35: The longest sex scene 41:12: Are they all dating the same person? 55:00: Identities revealed 01:03:00: What we would change This is Season 3, Episode 22. (Episode 126) Listen to Episodes 101-120 wherever you listen to podcasts. Connect with us! IG: https://www.instagram.com/soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast Subscribe and listen to So I Married a Film Critic Podcast here: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/so-i-married-a-film-critic/id1592571050 YouTube: https://youtu.be/EbU2aq7bQZ4

    125: Speed

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2024 72:36


    Cans! It's just CANS! We dive into the 1994 action film, Speed. We discuss Keanu Reeves playing a cop again, right after Point Break, his chemistry with Sandra Bullock and Jeff Daniels, if Dennis Hopper was the right choice for a villain, the crazy similarities between the movie and the OJ Simpson freeway chase and endless jokes about cans. Timecodes: 21:25 - White Bronco in Speed vs OJ Simpson 25:51 - Bus characters vs Elevator characters 28:30 - Does Speed have an important message about society? 33:27 - Cans scene 45:36 - Off the rails with more cans! 48:00 - Keanu & Sandra chemistry 54:55 - Relationships under extreme circumstance never work 59:50 - Reeves & Hopper on the roof of the train 1:00:02 - Speed or The Lake House 1:00:03 - Speed 3? We try to come up with a new premise This is Season 3, Episode 20. (Episode 124) Connect with us! IG: https://www.instagram.com/soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast Subscribe and listen to So I Married a Film Critic Podcast here: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SoIMarriedAFilmCritic Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/so-i-married-a-film-critic/id1592571050 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7xsnHpf4YC

    124. The Neverending Story

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2024 61:59


    "The Neverending Story" is a Gen X favorite, but kids still love this film. We talk about Bastian's terrible father, Barry's theory of who the book store owner really is, if Bastian can time travel, how we feel about the death of Artax, the name Bastian gives to the Child-like Empress and changes we would make to the ending. Let us know your thoughts in the comments and thank you for subscribing to our show. You can watch us talk about the movies on our YouTube channel at https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEDED-3TBWViv_WnNkfLM0Kpb9Vb67XnI&si=QmHC72KSmDfSlNzu. Please like and subscribe wherever you listen. It will really help us out.

    123. The Sixth Sense

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2024 51:14


    It's been 25 years since "The Sixth Sense" and even if you know the twist it's a solid film with Bruce Willis giving a tour de force performance. Prepare yourself for spoilers if you've never seen it! We discuss Donny vs Mark Wahlberg, the movies of M. Night Shyamalan, our first experience with this film, if the movie plays fair with its premise and what this movie says about the after life. Like and subscribe to our YouTube page where you can see us have these discussions, every eye roll and every dramatic pause. You can also follow our show on Instagram @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast for behind the scenes and other fun content.

    122. Horizon: An American Saga - Chapter 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2024 65:36


    Of course we watched Kevin Costner's latest 3 hour western epic! We talked about all the storylines, our favorite scenes, how Luke Wilson ends up being a surprise pick for a cowboy, will Sienna Miller and Sam Worthington end up together, where does Jenna Malone go and why being the day time prostitute is a hilarious choice. This episode is audio only. To see our YouTube videos go to https://youtu.be/20uM1DOyyo8?si=kt9ymiwh2R-9xNhJ. You can also follow us behind the scenes on Instagram @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast.

    121. Basic Instinct

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2024 67:00


    What happens when your hosts only have the unrated version of a movie? They watch it and give you the breakdown of 1992's most talked about film noir, Basic Instinct. Is the killer obvious in this movie? Your hosts are divided on that, but can agree that all of the characters are terrible and they're rooting for no one. Does Michael Douglas deserve a happy ending? Find out in this episode! Watch us talk about Basic Instinct on our YouTube channel. Like, subscribe and leave a comment. We appreciate it!

    120. Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2024 66:51


    Barry and Julia tag along with the road warriors and discuss where in this post-apocalyptic world they would live and work. Julia talks about the scene that almost ruined the whole movie for her while Barry discusses how he'd love to be employed by Imortan Joe. Rev up your engines for our last episode before we take a Summer break. So I Married a Film Critic will be back July 12th. Follow us on IG @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast and YouTube for our video debut. Please like, subscribe, leave a review and share with your friends.

    119. Stand By Me

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2024 65:31


    We jump back to the 1960s to discuss this Stephen King novela about four boys who take a journey to see a dead body. While the subject matter of this film is a little downbeat, we find some humor on their trip dodging trains, getting attacked by leaches, telling gross stories and dealing with their trauma. Highly recommend watching this coming-of-age movie if you've never seen it. Follow us on Instagram @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast.

    118. The Terminator

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2024 70:40


    We go back to the past and into the future to talk about the rise of the machines in the original "The Terminator." Discussions include how 80s everything is, time traveling naked, can James Cameron direct a love scene, should Kyle Reese have lived a little longer, and the quote that makes Julia swoon. So get your neon and large overcoat on and join us at Tech Noir for how technology will eventually ruin our lives. Follow us on Instagram for more behind the scenes footage and movies that don't make the show @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast.

    117. Blood Simple

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2024 65:46


    Blood Simple, the first film directed by the Coen Brothers, takes us on the familiar film noir journey of affairs, murders and misunderstandings. Do Francis McDormand and John Getz have the passion to pull off their desire to be together? Why are there no curtains in anyone's home? How would you clean up a murder scene? We get into all the details!

    116. Star Wars: Episode 1 - The Phantom Menace

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2024 58:48


    May the 4th be with you...Barry and Julia go back to the beginning of the Star Wars saga and discuss the much maligned Phantom Menace. Between talks of trade wars and Federation meetings, there's light saber battles, a Christ child, pod racing and Jedi who may or may not have their powers completely working. Not only was Jar Jar a mistake, but Liam Neeson looks embarrassed and bored, Anakin not evil enough, and why doesn't anyone notice who the real Queen Amadala is? We talk about all this and more! Follow BTS of the show on Instagram @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast.

    115. The Prestige

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2024 70:45


    Let's discuss the winding, labyrinth that is Christopher Nolan's magic drama "The Prestige." Who is the real bad guy in this film and are there any good guys? Does everyone have a double? Would you kill your clone? Would you trick everyone in real life in order to keep your magic a secret? Hear Barry's Michael Cane accent and Julia's question that officially stumped him. Then let us know if our theories are correct. Follow us on Instagram and YouTube.

    114. Waterworld

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2024 79:14


    You may think you've heard us talk about Waterworld in other episodes, but we dive deep into the bananas plot of this over-budget wanna-be Mad Max. Why is Kevin Costner's character the Mariner so unlikable? Would you drink your own pee if you could? Is this film too dark in some parts? Would you rather be alone in Waterworld or a part of the pirate Smokers? And finally, Barry gives his take on how the Mariner got gills, what other body parts are deformed and if he can perform with women. This episode is dedicated to my dad who took me to see this movie when I was 15 in the theater and had so much fun, I'll never forget it. - Julia

    113. Dirty Dancing

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2024 68:43


    We've had the time of our lives...talking about this classic drama with Jennifer Grey and Patrick Swayze. It's the early 60s in the Catskills and Julia thinks going to the Kellerman's for the summer sounds like fun, while Barry thinks it sounds exhausting, like being on a cruise. Discussions include the true villians of the movie: Robbie and the old couple who steals, the terrible dialogue, a botched abortion, and of course, all the dirty dancing! Follow the show on Instagram @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast.

    112. The Silence of the Lambs

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2024 88:59


    Hello, Clarice…how about a nice glass of Chianti? Barry finds the unexpected humor in this gothic horror film. Who's the real villain of this movie? Hannibal or Precious the dog? Julia gives some safety advice on avoiding murder vans, helping people move furniture and the logic problems of Buffalo Bills living situation. Would you adopt the dog of a serial killer? All of these questions and more are answered! Follow the show on Instagram for BTS and other movies we watch that don't make it on the show @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast.

    111. The Greatest Showman

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2024 65:29


    Your hosts discuss the beloved musical, The Greatest Showman, starring Hugh Jackman, Michelle Williams, Zac Efron and Zendaya. Does it deserve all the hype? Barry doesn't think there are any stakes. Julia likes a couple of the songs and the Zac and Zandaya love story. Barry is a grinch when it comes to this spectacle. What do you think? Listen in and tell us what you think. Follow the show behind the scenes on Instagram @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast.

    110. UHF

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2024 49:46


    Barry and Julia discuss the “Weird Al”Yankovic cult classic, UHF. Julia struggles to follow the barely there plot while Barry just wants a Twinkie Weiner Sandwich. Does Stanley Spadowski's Clubhouse look like fun or a complete nightmare? They make plans to go to Spatula City while going through the entire UHF schedule. Jump into the madness that is “Weird Al's” sketch comedy with a wacky plot!

    109. The Notebook

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2024 86:15


    “The Notebook” is arguable Nicholas Sparks most beloved film adaptation. But is it really that great? Barry has issues with this teenage love story. Are Allie and Noah really that great for each other? Did Lon get a bad wrap? While Julia tries to defend this 1940s romance, Barry is out to show us why it's overrated with surprisingly another Stallone impression about missing letters! He also recasts the whole film, finds love for another forgotten character and tells us the parts he loves. Hint: there's maybe 2 scenes!

    108. The Box (2009)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2024 74:37


    What would you do if you were given a box with a button and if you pushed that button two things would happen: 1) Someone you don't know dies and 2) You get 1 million dollars tax free. Barry and Julia talk about Richard Kelly's original drama, based on the short story "Button button", starring Cameron Diaz, James Marsden and Frank Langella. Discussions include how heavy handed this film is, why don't any dictators die when you press the button and if this film is misogynistic. Follow the podcast on IG @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast.

    107. Dog Fight

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2024 53:48


    The final movie in our month of unusual love stories is “Dog Fight”, a little known film and Barry's favorite love story ever. If you've never heard of this film, it's a must watch and available to stream on Kanopy. Is this River Phoenix's best performance? Do Rose and Birdlace actually fall in love? What does the ending mean?

    106. Twilight (2008)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2024 71:11


    Are you up for brooding looks, pregnant pauses and vampire baseball? Barry and Julia are talking about the original 2008 “Twilight.” Your hosts discuss the cultural phenomenon, terrible make-up, and all the hate mail Barry got for his 1 star review of the film. They laugh about how not sexy, scary or funny this movie is and mention a few vampire films worth your time. Whether you love or hate “Twilight” this conversation has something for everyone. Follow the show on Instagram, YouTube and your favorite podcast platform. If you love the show, consider writing a 5 star review and let your friends know!

    105: Vanilla Sky

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2024 70:25


    Open your eyes and come with your hosts on a journey of dreams vs reality as they discuss the 2001 Cameron Crowe film, "Vanilla Sky." Is this film just a dream? Are parts of it reality? How would we know? Would you live forever in a lucid dream or come back to earth as a reanimated corpse? Your hosts disagree on the ending. Who do you agree with? Follow the show on Instagram and Facebook @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast. If you like the show please consider giving it a 5 star review wherever you listen.

    104. Passion of Mind

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2024 44:56


    Barry and Julia speak about a little known sleeper called "Passion of Mind." Starring Demi Moore, as a woman who lives in two different realities but doesn't know which life is the real one, and which psychiatrist is wrong. Your hosts discuss their own alternate realities and debate if their current reality is really just a dream. "Passion of Mind" is available to stream for free on Tubi. Follow the show on Instagram and Facebook @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast for BTS, occasional contests and what we watch but don't talk about on the show. If you love this show, please leave a 5 star review on your favorite podcast channel.

    103. Pretty Woman

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2024 85:22


    Wild women...shouldn't love this movie! At least that's how Barry feels. Join your hosts for their take-down of a Disney prostitution film that shouldn't exist. What other jobs could Vivian have done? Would this have worked better without the sex scenes? Why is Richard Gere so subdued throughout the film? Follow the show on IG and FB @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast for BTS, occasional contests and interaction with the hosts. Love the show? Leave a 5 star review wherever you listen!

    102. Labyrinth

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2024 84:11


    Your hosts take a journey to the Goblin City to talk about this 80s classic. Did you grow up with this movie? Join Barry for some nostalgia fuel! Are you wondering why so many people love it? Follow Julia as she tries to figure out the meaning of Sarah's journey. Want to see more? Follow the show on IG and FB @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast for BTS, occasional contests and interaction with the hosts. Love this podcast? Please leave a 5 star review wherever you listen!

    101. The Abyss

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2024 82:19


    It's time to go under the sea...and back to 1989 for James Cameron's epic alien tale, "The Abyss." Your hosts talk about their affection for this movie and all the ways it still holds up after all these years. Is this Ed Harris' best film? Does it have too many plot devices? Would it be better without aliens? Barry gives his best alien impression and Julia wonders if the breathing liquid suit it a bunch of BS. Dive in and join your hosts for an honest, offbeat conversation. Follow the show, see what else your hosts are watching that don't make it on an episode and see them BTS @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast on IG and Facebook. If you like the show please write a 5 star review and subscribe wherever you listen.

    New Years Bonus

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2024 37:33


    Barry and Julia discuss the films they loved (and loathed) in 2023, what they're looking forward to seeing in 2024 and tease a few titles that will make it on the podcast this year. In this casual conversation they talk about the hit “Barbie,” the sleeper success of “Cocaine Bear” and the sad amount of films Julia actually saw in the theater. Should there be more musicals and dance numbers in film? Are prequels about villains necessary? What films do they want to see most this year? All of these questions and more are covered. Follow the show on Instagram where more films are discussed, along with BTS and occasional contests. Please subscribe on your favorite podcast app and write a 5 star review if you love this podcast.

    100. When Harry Met Sally

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2023 64:58


    In this 100th episode, Barry and Julia discuss one of the most beloved rom-coms of all time, When Harry Met Sally (1989). Your hosts get personal about how the movie reflects their own romance, talk about the main question: Can men and women be just friends? And if modern dating should go offline and back on rolodexes. Follow the show on IG and FB @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast for more BTS and thoughts on films that don't make it into an episode. If you like the podcast, please leave a five star review wherever you listen.

    99. Home Alone

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2023 81:59


    An early 90's favorite, your hosts talk about "Home Alone" and all the hijinks that ensue. Are the McCallisters the terrible ones? Are the Wet Bandits and John Candy the best parts of this movie? Is Marley really a serial killer?Come along with us as we discuss one of our holiday favorites. Merry Christmas ya filthy animals! Follow our show on Instagram @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast for more BTS, contests and talk about movies that don't make it on the pod. If you love our show please leave us a 5 star review wherever you listen.

    98. Silent Night

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2023 46:22


    The latest action film from John Woo, "Silent Night" takes us into the world of revenge from a father who lost his son and his voice. We talk about the overall concept of a silent action film, what we liked and what was annoying about it. Would you spend 9 months training and planning your revenge? Let's get into it! Follow our show on Instagram @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast and our Facebook group for more behind-the-scenes and chats about movies that don't make it to the show. If you like our show please write us a 5 star review and share it with your friends.

    97. Die Hard

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2023 80:30


    Come on and take a listen, we'll have a few laughs! It's everyone's favorite, is-it-a-Christmas-movie, Die Hard. Join your hosts as we talk about all the side characters we love, which bad guy Barry relates to the most and Julia makes this episode a PG-13. Follow us on Instagram @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast and our Facebook group for behind-the-scenes and other movie takes we don't share on the show. If you love this podcast, please give us a 5 star review and share with your friends.

    96. One Magic Christmas

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2023 62:24


    Your hosts dive into the Disney vault and resurrect a cinematic lump of coal. All you 80s kids may remember this movie playing on the Disney Channel every year and no one batted an eye. (You may also remember talking to your therapist about it.) if you're looking for a scary Christmas angel, it's got that! If you're interested in the bizarre lore of how Santa really gets his North Pole workers (hint: they're not elves), it's got that too! Follow our show on Instagram @So I Married A Film Critic_podcast and on our Facebook group for more behind-the-scenes conversations and what else we watch. Please leave a five star review if you love our show.

    95. Planes, Trains and Automobiles

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2023 68:56


    Julia and Barry get buzzed on tryptophan and discuss the Thanksgiving essential/John Hughes creative peak buddy comedy, "Planes, Trains and Automobiles" (1987). Your hosts marvel at the soulful, nuanced performances from Steve Martin and John Candy, wonder if there's something even darker about Doobie's Taxiola, and consider how a noteworthy cut scene could have made the ending even more astonishing. We're big fans of this one. If you love our podcast, please leave a 5 star review. You can also follow our show, get behind-the-scenes photos/commentary and see what else we're watching that doesn't end up on our show on Instagram @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast or our Facebook Group.

    94. The Postman (1997)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2023 80:51


    Your hosts go back in time to watch the post-apocalyptic film "The Postman" which is considered one of Kevin Costner's worst films. Could it be because Costner's character is one of the last men on earth with viable sperm? Is it because he performs Shakespeare with a mule aptly named Bill? What is a "body father" and who came up with that idea? We'll get into all of the mysteries of this film, find the unintentional comedy and show you that maybe this movie isn't as bad as you thought. If you like our show please write us a 5 star review and share it with your friends. You can follow us on Instagram @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast for clips of this show, what we watch on streaming and all of the lame rom coms Julia watches.

    93. First Blood (Rambo I)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2023 56:27


    Join Julia, your host with the most (love for Sly), and Barry her movie critic husband, as they gaze in awe at Sylvester Stallone, while he hunts for wild boar, jumps off a mountain top and gives Brian Dennehy a bad day in "First Blood" (1982). Your hosts debate who exactly the heroes and villains of the film are, whether Rambo could take down a helicopter by throwing a single rock and if that powerful final monologue holds up. Also, discussed - the sequels, the original ending and if it's ethical to stab someone in the buttocks. Follow us on Instagram @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast. Please write a review if you love our show.

    92. How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2023 55:56


    Barry and Julia tackle the quasi-classic 2003 romantic comedy "How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days." Your hosts ask exactly what it means to get "frosted" and why so many rom-coms are about couples who constantly lie, bicker and break up, but are somehow "perfect" for each another (?!). Finally, on the pre-McConaissance scale of "alright-alright-alright" to "right on," where does this one rank alongside "Failure to Launch" and "Fool's Gold"? Prepare for all this and multiple references to Krull The Warrior King. Follow us on Instagram at soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast. If you like our show, please write a review. 

    91. Urban Legend

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2023 79:26


    In this episode on ”Urban Legend” Barry and Julia talk about urban legends they've encountered, how implausible the villain is and how Barry was just like Jared Leto's character in college. They also discuss the 90s technology, the pop songs and horrible roommates. Join them for this not so scary episode this Halloween. If you like the show follow it on Instagram @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast and leave a review on your favorite podcast app.

    90. The People Under The Stairs

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2023 70:29


    Barry and Julia discuss Wes Craven's deranged twist on Home Alone, “The People Under the Stairs.” Capitalism, cannibalism and Craven, oh my! Join our hosts as they weave in and out of this house of horrors and marvel at Craven's one-of-a-kind masterpiece. If you like the show please write us a review and follow us on Instagram @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast

    89. Psycho (1960)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2023 82:53


    Our hosts check into the Bates Motel only to discover the horror that is going on. Join us as we talk about this infamous film, all the twist and turns along the way and how one decision can change your whole life. Follow us on Instagram @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast. If you enjoy this podcast please leave us a review.

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