Who Shot Ya?
Book Smart

 

This week we’re joined by guest host Ellington Wells, a writer and comedian whose credits include The New Negroes and Adult Swim’s Lazor Wulf. The panel discuss the teen comedy Booksmart, and what distinguishes this film from others in the “one crazy night” genre.

Kayla in Seattle called the Who Shot Line after seeing Captain Marvel, a movie that helped her shake off the idea of what women are supposed to be. She wondered if the panelists could point to any movies that helped them contextualize their place in the world.

In news, Rotten Tomatoes fights back against review-bombing trolls, director Xavier Dolan takes issue with describing his latest film
Matthias & Maxime as a ‘gay love story’, and former SNL star Chris Kattan’s new memoir
Baby, Don’t Hurt Me alleges Lorne Michaels pressured him to have sex with ‘Clueless’ director Amy Heckerling.

Staff Picks
Drea: Fits and Starts
Alonso: Godzilla: King of the Monsters
Ellington: Strictly Ballroom

With With Alonso DuraldeDrea Clark, and Ellington Wells.

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This week we have a brand new guest host, the wonderful comedian Dwayne Perkins. He joins Alonso and Drea to talk about the newest installment in the John Wick franchise, John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum. The gang does their best to estimate the number of people that John Wick killed throughout the film. Plus, they discuss the career of the universally beloved, Keanu Reeves. They answer a question from the "Who Shotline" that inquires about which directors they first fell in love with. And to finish things off, as always, we've got staff picks.

In news, Chris Rock is bringing back the Saw franchise, Quentin Tarantino begs the Cannes filmgoers not to spoil his film, Michelle Rodriguez signs on for another Fast & Furious, and the internet is unhappy with the idea of a Robert Pattinson Batman.

Staff Picks:

Alonso - We Have Always Lived in the Castle
Drea - See You Yesterday
Dwayne - Cooley High

With Alonso DuraldeDrea Clark, and Dwayne Perkins.

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Gotta catch 'em all? More like, gotta listen to 'em all. The Who Shot Ya podcast episodes, that is. This week we have a very special guest host, comedian and actor Ify Nwadiwe. This self-proclaimed "Turbo Nerd" is the perfect person to discuss Pokémon Detective Pikachu with Alonso and Drea. They chat about why video games have such a tough time being adapted into films. Plus, they confess the movie recommendations they most regret. And, as always, staff picks.

In news, the Avengers: Endgame editors had to go through 900 hours of footage, the backlash over Mel Gibson portraying Santa has begun, and Taylor Swift goes to cat school.

Staff Picks:

Alonso - Charlie Says
Drea - The Biggest Little Farm
Ify - Goodnight Mommy

With Alonso DuraldeDrea Clark, and Ify Nwadiwe.

You can let us know what you think of Who Shot Ya? on Twitter or Facebook. Or email us atwhoshotya@maximumfun.org

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On this week's episode, please welcome to the hosting chair, special guest host, comedian Brodie Reed! This great man helps the crew dissect the new Charlize Theron/ Seth Rogen rom-com, Long Shot. They are also joined by TV writer Brendan Hay (Harvey Girls ForeverDawn of the CroodsRobot Chicken). They discuss their favorite school movies. And, as always, staff picks.

In news, Sonic the Hedgehog switches gears, Jackie Weaver tells Anjelica Huston "she can go fuck herself", director Joe Carnahan goes crazy on the critics.

Staff Picks:

Alonso - The Burial of Kojo
Brendan - Under the Silver Lake
April - Sightseers
Brodie - Native Son

With Alonso DuraldeBrendan HayApril Wolfe, and Brodie Reed.

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In this episode, the gang says "auf wiedersehen" to two beloved powerhouses - The Avengers, and more importantly, our beloved host Ricky Carmona. But don't worry, this is a fond farewell, with Ricky bringing that Bustelo-fueled Carmona Energy. Plus, the gang answers several calls from the Who Shot Line. And, as always, staff picks.

In news, RIP John Singleton, director Dee Rees sheds some light on "discrimanatory theater practices," and repertory theaters are worried about Fox's film library under Disney ownership.

Staff Picks:

Alonso - Howards End
Drea - Knock Down The House
April - Be Natural: The Untold Story of Alice Guy-Blaché
Ricky - SneakersThe Night of the HunterMission: Impossible - Rogue NationInterview with the VampireStrangers on a TrainInvasion of the Body SnatchersAll About EveJohn Wick: Chapter 2.

With Alonso DuraldeDrea ClarkApril Wolfe, and Ricky Carmona.

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