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Hi everyone! Andrew’s taking the helm for today’s Matinee Monday, with a review from the debut offering from the recently renamed 20th Century Studios. Like that Fox brand might be toxic or something. Anyway, Andrew will be up in a minute with his review of THE CALL OF THE WILD. Don’t miss Andrew’s other recent reviews for BLISS (Episode #723), SCHOOL’S OUT (Episode #716), and COME TO DADDY (Episode #709). None of those are family films, by the way. Not even COME TO DADDY. Before the review, we’ll have a promo from our good friends at the Book of Lies Podcast. Every week, Brandi Fleeks and Sunni Hepburn take a look at a fraud case or famous con artist, breaking down the methods, the signals, and how to spot similar scams in your life. You can find them on Twitter @Bookofliespod and on Facebook and Instagram @bookofliespodcast. Be sure to like, retweet, share, review, and subscribe! Subscribe to stay current with the latest releases. Contribute at Patreon for exclusive content. Connect with us over social medi

Hi everyone! Welcome back for another week of reviews! This week, we’ll be closing out February with a fun mix of reviews. Tomorrow, Andrew Campbell will takeover Matinee Monday with his review of the recently renamed 20th Century Studios distribution, THE CALL OF THE WILD. On Tuesday, we’ll finally get the elusive Kolby Told Me on the podcast, with his take on THE PHOTOGRAPH as part of Takeover Tuesday. On Wednesday, Shane Hyde returns with his review of 2009’s THE HOUSE OF THE DEVIL, recently made available on streaming services. Thursday will see yet another review from Jon-David, aka the Mafia Hairdresser, reviewing the sleeper hit PAIN AND GLORY. On Friday, Andrew is reviewing another animal-focused thriller entitled JALLIKATTU, which will have plenty of BS. And I’ll be closing out the week with a review of MARIANNE & LEONARD: WORDS OF LOVE as part of our Under the Kanopy series. But today, we’re super excited to be welcoming back One Movie Spouse to the podcast, with today’s review of one of her fav

Hi everyone! We’re closing out the week with another entry in our series, Under the Kanopy. Kanopy is a library and university funded streaming service that grants card holders six free streams a month, featuring a combination of classic, mainstream, independent, and international films. They currently have streaming deals with some of our favorite distributors, like A24 and Kino Lorber, which offer the critically acclaimed, if not commercially successful films. Today’s film is a Chinese film that has some of the best soundtracking I’ve ever heard, especially for an animated film. It’s a film more akin to a motion comic, but with a story that screams Tarantino crime thriller. I’ll be up in a moment with my thoughts on HAVE A NICE DAY. And for a few other films in this series, check out my reviews for TO DUST (Episode #717), TRANSFORMER (Episode #710), and FOR SAMA (Episode #703). Before the review, we’ll have a promo from our friends at the Pop Pour Review podcast! Every week, the PPR crew review a film, then

Hi everyone! It’s Friday, so it’s time for another Fantastic Fest feature from Andrew Campbell. This week we’re getting a Shudder exclusive, so if you’ve ever been thinking about taking the plunge into this genre-driven service, now is the time! It’s the only place you’ll find independent darlings like PREVENGE, REVENGE, MANDY, and podcast favorite, ONE CUT OF THE DEAD (Episode #625). Don’t miss Andrew’s other recent reviews for SCHOOL’S OUT (Episode #716), COME TO DADDY (Episode #709), and THE LODGE (Episode #702). Before the review, we’ll have a brand-new promo from our good friends at The VHS Strikes Back podcast. Every week, Dave and Chris blow the dust off an actual VHS cassette, then watch and discuss the film. You can find out more on Twitter @vhsstrikesback or on Facebook and Instagram by searching for The VHS Strikes Back podcast. Don’t miss their two guest episodes during last year’s Reign of Terror 2019, with reviews for ALIEN VS PREDATOR (Episode #605) and 30 DAYS OF NIGHT (Episode #626). And don’

Hi everyone! Today, we’re welcoming back Christina Eldridge, aka Durara Reviews, with her take on another domestic GKIDS distribution, their first of 2020, entitled RIDE YOUR WAVE. As always, Christina will give you her thoughts on the film, but be sure to check out her recent reviews for KLAUS (Episode #708) and her first review at One Movie Punch for another GKIDS distribution, WEATHERING WITH YOU (Episode #687). Both films are well worth checking out. Before the review, we’ll have a promo from our good friend Rory Mitchell, from the Mitchell Report Unleashed podcast. They were gracious enough to have yours truly on as a guest recently, which you can check out in Mitchell Report Unleashed Episode #173. You can follow Rory on Twitter @officallyrory, on Facebook @mitchellreportunleashed, and on Instagram @re3684. You can also subscribe to the podcast at anchor.fm/rory-mitchell8. Don’t miss a single episode of his insightful interview-driven show. Subscribe to stay current with the latest releases. Contribute

Hi everyone! Welcome back for another Indie Wednesday review. Before we get started with today’s review, I want to shout out Yolandi Franken for passing along today’s film for consideration. She was also instrumental in passing along last year’s TABERNACLE 101 (Episode #619) and helping to line up an interview with writer/director and microbudget instructor Colm O’Murchu. She’s quickly becoming my gateway into low-budget Australian cinema, especially after connecting me with writer/director Igor Breakenback for today’s review. Thanks, Yolandi! We’ll have a bit of a format switch for today’s episode. Rather than interspersing trailer segments, I’ll be running the full trailer audio up front. Throughout the review, I’ll instead be adding segments from my interview with Igor Breakenback. Be sure to catch the whole interview this coming Sunday on our Patreon page at patreon.com/onemoviepunch, where you can also sign up to be a contributor at any level. The interview will be publicly available for a limited time b

Hi everyone! Welcome back for another Takeover Tuesday. You know, when I saw today’s movie was coming up, I knew I had to call in the big guns for this review. And when they weren’t available, I called up Dave and Chris at the Comics in Motion Podcast, because they are gluttons for punishment, but also have a lot of insightful things to say about comics books on the big and small screens. Today’s review will be covering the DCEU’s latest installment, HARLEY QUINN: BIRDS OF PREY, but don’t miss their previous reviews for ALIEN VS. PREDATOR (Episode #605) and for 30 DAYS OF NIGHT (Episode #626), both of which were for Reign of Terror 2019. Their promo will run before the review. Speaking of Takeover Tuesday, do you think you have what it takes to guest on One Movie Punch? Head over to onemoviepunch.com/takeover-tuesday and learn more about how you can guest here at One Movie Punch. We still have three (3) slots available this quarter for aspiring and established film critics to take the reins for an episode. We

Hi everyone! You know, when I first met Ryan, when he arrived at the One Movie Punch Secret Island Base, he told me one of his biggest fantasies was to review a film on One Movie Punch for Matinee Monday. So, without him knowing, I actually sold the island to Blumhouse Productions last year, with the stipulation that he would be allowed to review the movie. They looked at me like I was an idiot, but I think we’ll all see in a moment who got the better end of the deal. Especially when they found out I bought that island from J.J. Abrams after “Lost” ended. Was BLUMHOUSE’S FANTASY ISLAND everything Ryan hoped it would be? You’ll find out in a moment! Don’t miss Ryan’s recent reviews for WHERE’D YOU GO, BERNADETTE? (Episode #684), JUDY (Episode #677), and THE GOOD LIAR (Episode #662). You’ll also find out more about Ryan when his promo runs before the review. Subscribe to stay current with the latest releases. Contribute at Patreon for exclusive content. Connect with us over social media to continue the conversa

Hi everyone! Welcome back for another week of reviews! This week, we have so much in store for everyone! I’ll get to today’s exciting Sponsor Sunday review in a bit, but that’s just one of seven amazing reviews for you this week. Tomorrow, Ryan L. Terry returns for Matinee Monday with a review for the comedy horror reboot, BLUMHOUSE’S FANTASY ISLAND. Tuesday, the Comics in Motion Podcast return to cover the DCEU’s latest entry, BIRDS OF PREY. On Wednesday, I’ll be reviewing the low-budget, independent thriller TURBINES, featuring interview segments from writer/director Igor Breakenback. On Thursday, Christina Eldridge returns with her review of the latest GKIDS distribution, RIDE YOUR WAVE. On Friday, Andrew Campbell returns with his review of Shudder Exclusive BLISS. And I round out the week with a Chinese animated film called HAVE A NICE DAY, as part of our Under the Kanopy series. But today is Sunday, and more importantly, Sponsor Sunday, thanks to the monthly contribution by Ken at the Ocho Duro Parlay Ho

Hi everyone! We’re closing out the week with another entry in our series, Under the Kanopy. Kanopy is a library and university funded streaming service that grants card holders six free streams a month, featuring a combination of classic, mainstream, independent, and international films. They currently have streaming deals with some of our favorite distributors, like A24 and Kino Lorber, which offer the critically acclaimed, if not commercially successful films. Today’s film deals with grief in unexpectedly funny ways, while also exploring some of the weirder relationships between faith and science. My review of TO DUST will be up in a minute. Before the review, we’ll have a promo from our good friends Aicila and Erik at Bicurean. Every episode, they explore a different topic, looking for the underlying issues, and finding common ground whenever possible. You can find them on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram @bicurean, or check them out at bicurean.com. Be sure to like, follow, rate, and subscribe! They’ve be

Hi everyone! It’s Friday, so it’s time for another Fantastic Fest feature from Andrew Campbell. After completely missing the mark on the subject matter for last week’s COME TO DADDY (Episode #709), Andrew gave me some bullet points for the film, which he’s assured me is not a documentary about the famous end of school year anthem. So, on this Valentine’s Day, this romantic comedy concerns a group of honors students... who gather together as their teacher... oh. Oh my. Definitely letting Andrew handle this one. Don’t miss his other recent reviews for THE LODGE (Episode #702) and COLOR OUT OF SPACE (Episode #695). Yeesh! Before the review, we’ll have a promo from our good friends at the How I Met Your Friends podcast. Every episode, Julie and Kathleen examine one episode of each hit sitcom, exploring the hidden connections and easter eggs within each episode. Don’t miss their recent guest review for CATS (Episode #699), along with the reason they got stuck with the review. You can find them on Twitter @himyfrie

Hi everyone! We’re continuing our Oscar cleanup week with a review from Keith Lyons, aka Philly Film Fan, covering HONEYLAND, a nominee for Best Documentary Feature, all the way from Macedonia. He’ll be up in a minute with his thoughts, but don’t miss his recent reviews for LES MISERABLES (Episode #680), ATLANTICS (Episode #669), and I LOST MY BODY (Episode #646). I should probably get him an English-language film to watch here at some point. Before the review, we’ll have a promo from the Top 5 from Fighting podcast. Every episode, Greg and Mike discuss a wide range of topics, and when they disagree, you know they’re gonna fight about it! Always fun, but always contentious, you don’t want to miss a single episode. You can find them on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram @Top5forFighting. They have been some of our biggest supporters from last year. Shout out to their Marketing Angel. You know who you are! Oh yeah, speaking of that Marketing Angel, One Movie Spouse and I will be guesting on the Honey, You Should

Hi everyone! Welcome back for another Indie Wednesday. I thought that I would receive a flood of requests for film reviews from low-budget and independent distributors after starting this segment. Granted, we’re only a few weeks into the year, but I know whenever the requests stop flooding in that Amazon Prime has my back for finding low budget films out there, as part of their Prime Video Direct agreement. You can peruse literally thousands of films, all looking for their audience. And with today’s low-budget adaptation of an H.P. Lovecraft story, I am definitely a part of the audience for today’s film. Before the review, we’ll have a promo from our good friends at the Moviedrone podcast. Every week, Steve & Marc focus on one feature film, assign each other homework, interact with the audience, and of course, the incredible stylings of Marc’s Movie Impressions. You can find them on Twitter and Instagram @movie_drone and on Facebook @Moviedronepod. Be sure to like, retweet, share, follow, and most importa

Hi everyone! Welcome back for the second review this month from Jon-David, aka the Mafia Hairdresser, who is picking up today’s review for Oscar nominee MALEFICENT: MISTRESS OF EVIL as part of our cleanup week. Check social media to see if they took home the gold, as this episode was pre-produced before the ceremony. And regardless of whether it wins, Jon-David will be up in a minute with thoughts, along with a promo for his serial podcast The Mafia Hairdresser Chronicles. Don’t miss his previous two reviews for One Movie Punch, including RICHARD JEWELL (Episode #692) and last week’s review for THE CAVE (Episode #706). Speaking of Takeover Tuesday, do you think you have what it takes to guest on One Movie Punch? Head over to onemoviepunch.com/takeover-tuesday and learn more about how you can guest here at One Movie Punch. We still have three (3) slots available this quarter for aspiring and established film critics to take the reins for an episode. We’ll run your promo before the review and will place it in r

Hi everyone! It’s another catchup week here at One Movie Punch, especially in the wake of the 92nd Academy Awards yesterday evening. Most of our episodes went into pre-production before the ceremony, so I can’t tell you right now whether today’s film, BREAKTHROUGH, won the award for Best Original Song, after being nominated seemingly out of nowhere. So, in lieu of Matinee Monday, and with BIRDS OF PREY being covered by the lovely folks at the Comics in Motion Podcast during next week’s Takeover Tuesday, I figure this is my opportunity to check this one out for all of you. Before the review, we’ll have a promo from our good friends at the Cinema Recall podcast. Every episode, The Vern takes a look at iconic scenes in classic movies. You can find them on Twitter and Instagram @cinema_recall, and also subscribe to their podcast at anchor.fm/cinemarecall. Don’t miss a single episode! Subscribe to stay current with the latest releases. Contribute at Patreon for exclusive content. Connect with us over social media

Hi everyone! Welcome back for another week of reviews! Tonight’s the big night! The 92nd Academy Awards will be held today at 5:00pm PST, and we’ll see just how the Academy distributes their praise. We’re also catching up on a number of Oscar nominees this week, including today’s review for one of the more insightful documentaries from last year, and an Oscar nominee for Best Documentary Feature. I’ll be up in a minute with my thoughts on 2019’s THE EDGE OF DEMOCRACY. Be sure to stay tuned with us all week! Tomorrow I’ll be reviewing perhaps the most unknown of the nominees, 2019’s BREAKTHROUGH, which is not my usual cup of tea. On Tuesday, Jon-David returns with his review of 2019’s MALEFICENT: MISTRESS OF EVIL. On Wednesday, I’ll be reviewing a low-budget adaptation of an H.P. Lovecraft story, in a film titled THE DARK SLEEP. On Thursday, Keith Lyons returns with his review of Oscar nominee HONEYLAND. On Friday, Andrew has another Fantastic Fest offering, this time a challenging and thought-provoking French

Hi everyone! We’re closing out the week with another entry in our series, Under the Kanopy. Kanopy is a library and university funded streaming service that grants card holders six free streams a month, featuring a combination of classic, mainstream, independent, and international films. They currently have streaming deals with some of our favorite distributors, like A24 and Kino Lorber, which offer the critically acclaimed, if not commercially successful films. Today’s film was initially produced by the CBC and distributed by Gravitas Ventures, and follows the touching story of transgender powerlifter Janae Kroczaleski, while also showing just how far we have to go in society for fuller transgender acceptance. My review will be up in a minute. Before the review, we’ll have a promo from our good friends at the Book of Lies Podcast. Every week, Brandi Fleeks and Sunni Hepburn take a look at a fraud case or famous con artist, breaking down the methods, the signals, and how to spot similar scams in your life. Yo

Hi everyone! It’s Friday, and Andrew’s bringing the Fantastic Fest fire with today’s film, a behind-the-scenes documentary into the origins of Aphex Twin’s 1997 album, “Come to Daddy”. We’ll get everything from the influences behind the composition, along with the cult music video, which... What’s that? This is a comedy horror film starring Elijah Wood? But influenced by the album, right? No? Right, well, I don’t know what today’s film is about, but Andrew does, and he’ll be up in a minute. I guess I can just shelve this thirty-minute spoken word audio tribute I had ready to go. Oh yeah, be sure to check out Andrew’s recent reviews for THE LODGE (Episode #702), COLOR OUT OF SPACE (Episode #695), and STARFISH (Episode #688). Before the review, we’ll have a promo from our friends at the Pop Pour Review podcast! Every week, the PPR crew review a film, then craft a cocktail based on the movie. I don’t drink myself, but I know a few people that do, and every recipe fits in surprising ways. You can find them on Twi

Hi everyone! Christina’s back today with a look at one of the more unlikely nominees for Best Animated Feature, 2019’s KLAUS. It’s always nice when a film gets recognition that’s not from one of the ginormous animation houses. But I ask you, is a tagline like “Welcome to the Jingle” really what you think of when you think of an Oscar film? While that might have deterred me, it did not deter Christina, who will be up in a moment with her review. Don’t miss her debut review at One Movie Punch for WEATHERING WITH YOU (Episode #687), distributed to the United States by GKIDS. She’ll be back with their most recent import, RIDE YOUR WAVE, later in the month. Before the review, we’ll have a quick promo from our good friend Kolby Told Me, one of our biggest supporters of the podcast last year, as demonstrated by his near domination of the Follow Friday boards. You can find him on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram @kolbytoldme. And if you take up one of his recommendations, let everyone know that Kolby Told Me! Subscri

Hi everyone! Welcome back for another Indie Wednesday spotlight. One Movie Punch continues to extend our network with today’s segment, allowing both myself and our audience a taste of the microbudget and independent features being produced. Sometimes we find hidden gems. Sometimes we find films that have problems. Today’s film is a daytime noir that definitely sits in the former category, especially if you live in, or like to make fun of, Los Angeles and its quirkier denizens. Even better, I had a chance to speak with writer/director Alex Goldberg about the film, which stars his spouse, Catia Ojeda, in the lead role. We talk about the film itself, what it’s like to work with your spouse, Los Angeles, and a whole lot more. I’ll be interspersing segments from that interview throughout the review. In lieu of running a promo, we’ll be playing the full trailer audio beforehand for CLOSURE (2019). Subscribe to stay current with the latest releases. Contribute at Patreon for exclusive content. Connect with us over s