Are You Screening? Podcast

The Accountant Review, News, And More

Ben Affleck's latest is a little off-kilter, and we'll let you know if The Accountant is worth your time. If nothing else, this is a film that takes a very different look at spy/action, with a lead suffering from autism, but leading a "Jason Bourne" life anyway.
That obviously leads to a lot of things can go wrong, not least Affleck's ability to portray a character that may be hard to get behind, and hard to deliver. Still, some are talking as though this could be the next big surprise.
We'll also run you through some industry news, touch on other films coming your way, and take your questions.

The Girl on the Train Review, Movie Previews, And More

The best-selling novel comes to the screen, but those who have read it know that it's a tricky adaptation. Even without twists and tension, the book largely involves people thinking. Does the adaptation work, and is the result something you need to see in theaters? We'll let you know if this one makes the grade, and whether or not Emily Blunt pulls off acting drunk.
We'll also let you in on some of our thoughts about upcoming films as we get closer and closer to awards season.

Miss Peregrine's Home For Peculiar Children Review

It's finally time to see what Tim Burton has in store for us with Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children, and we'll let you know if it's worth your time. This one has Burton written all over it from the outset, but does it all come together, and is it something you need to see in theaters... and, who is this for anyway?
We'll also give you a preview of what's coming your way leading into award season, and make sure you know about some indie titles on the horizon.

The Magnificent Seven Review, News, And More

We're reviewing The Magnificent Seven this week, and it's a great break from the less-than-stellar offerings that have hit theaters at the end of the summer. A showy cast takes on a classic, but can they make it work, and is it ultimately worth your money?
We'll also take you through the latest industry news, give you a quick rundown of the new Fall show on TV, and we've got a new Critic Takedown for you!

Sully Review, Movie News, And More

Clint Eastwood and Tom Hanks come together to give you the story of Sully, the pilot who landed a plane of a river in New York without serious injury to anyone. Though hailed as a hero, he soon came under scrutiny for his decision not to head to either of two nearby airports. Simulations seem to show that he could have made it, but he sticks by his decision.
It's an interesting story, and Eastwood and Hanks don't really need to prove themselves, but does it all work here, and is it something you need to get to theaters for? We'll let you know, and let you in on the latest industry news, and possibly even have another critic takedown for you. We'll also get in some interview clips with the cast and crew.

War Dogs Review, Movie News, And More

The tail end of summer brings us War Dogs. It's a somewhat strange effort for Todd Phillips, but Bradley Cooper is involved, so it seems to make a bit of sense. Based on a true story, two young punks want to get in on the newly-broadened world of arms dealing, but one of them is a little crazy, and neither of them know what they're doing.
Miles Teller and Jonah Hill star, but despite the trailer, this one isn't exactly out for a lot of laughs. Can this team bring this together?
We'll let you know if this one is worth your time, and let you in on industry news, and upcoming films.

Suicide Squad Review - Can Harley Save Things Alone?

Can Suicide Squad save the summer? Another film that people have been looking forward to, and now another comic-book film, Suicide Squad has a chance to wash the bad taste out of the mouths of movie fans, but can the DC/Warner Bros. title match the expectations of those who have been anxiously awaiting this heroless effort?
Much has been made of the production of the film, and that may be a factor in the overall product as well. Some early reviews weren't very positive, but we'll let you know if this one is worth your time. 

Jason Bourne Review, News, And More

The end of summer is fast approaching, and we've been disappointed in most of the tentpole films this year. Will Jason Bourne be any different? We have high hopes, but the summer has beat us down. We may be fans of the franchise, but it's been a long time since Matt Damon was in the role, and nothing lasts forever.
Is this one that you need to see in the theaters, or will Summer 2016 break this one apart as well?
We'll let you know if this is worth your time, and share some industry news

Ghostbusters & Star Trek Beyond Reviews

It's been a crazy couple of weeks in the movie world, and things are getting weirder all the time as the end of summer approaches.
This week, we'll be looking at Ghostbusters and Star Trek Beyond, two films that had a lot of controversy heading into them. People couldn't stop talking about Ghostbusters, becoming one of the most blasted films ever, long before anyone had even seen a trailer, causing the film and its stars to respond to internet hatred for nearly a year. Does the female-cast Ghostbusters work?
Star Trek Beyond didn't quite have the same problems, but it had people questioning the directing change, and some aren't so positive that the franchise really has anywhere to go.

Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates Review

It's an interesting spot in the summer, with movies hitting that don't have a surefire audience, and/or have had to deal with a lot of active negativity. Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates is one that didn't seem to build a lot of momentum coming into the release, and we'll let you know if this one is worth your time.
It has a certain amount of name power, especially with Anna Kendrick and Zac Efron, but the trailers weren't particularly impressive. Is this just another film thrown together because a few stars want a vacation, or is there some comedy gold to be found here?