Directed by: Tyler SpindelWritten by: Chris Pappas, Kevin BarnettCast: David Spade, Lauren Lapkus, Nick Swardson Swift shot: Has David Spade found himself a new, sexy Chris Farley? Yes. Let's hope we see more of this pair together. When I saw "Happy Madison" I knew this was gonna be funny, and good, unlike Uncut Gems. Finally, a new comedy that really just doesn't … [Read more...] about The Wrong Missy
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The Kid
CHECK OUT OUR PODCAST EPISODE TOO! Directed by: Vincent D'OnofrioWritten by: Vincent D'Onofrio, Andrew LanhamCast: Jake Schur, Dane DeHaan, Ethan Hawke, Leila George, Chris Pratt, Adam Baldwin Swift shot: A western directed by Private Pyle, with a supporting role for Animal Mother, and Chris Pratt is the big bad. You have to see this movie. But if you are looking for a … [Read more...] about The Kid
Midway
Directed by: Roland EmmerichWritten by: Wes TookeCast: Ed Skrein, Patrick Wilson, Luke Evans, Mandy Moore Swift shot: A powerful reminder of the price of freedom and what it takes to deliver us from evil. While this film was nearly flawless in its execution, I am left wondering why they felt the need to glorify the Japs. But a clue to that is that Emmerich's grandfather was … [Read more...] about Midway
Zombieland: Double Tap
Directed by: Ruben FleischerWritten by: Dave Callaham, Rhett ReeseCast: Woody Harrelson, Jesse Eisenberg, Emma Stone, Abigail Breslin, Zoey Deutch, Avan Jogia Ten years ago I was at a screening of Zombieland. I didn’t know much about the movie other than it was a comedy zombie movie. I don’t remember how I scored tickets to this screening, but the place was packed, not a … [Read more...] about Zombieland: Double Tap
Joker
Directed by: Todd PhillipsWritten by: Todd Phillips, Scott SilverCast: Joaquin Phoenix, Frances Conroy Swift shot: This is not my Joker. He's unfunny, miserable, and weird. If he's your Joker, ask yourself, why. And spare me the notion that this clown is the American Guy Fawkes. According to Travis Langley, "The Joker defies diagnosis . . . We just don't know what's … [Read more...] about Joker