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Snappy dialogue! Pop culture references! Sudden graphic violence! Bare feet!  That's right, Quentin Tarantino has a new movie. And this week, Chris and Perry devote an entire episode to discussing "Once Upon a Time ... In Hollywood." How do Brad Pitt and Leonardo DiCaprio work as a buddy team? What does that title mean? And how do they interpret that ending?  We’re Watching Here” Facebook page “We’re Watching Here” Twitter “We’re Watching Here” Instagram Support us on Patreon! Perry Seibert on Twitter Chris Williams on Twitter

Ten years ago, "Funny People" split audiences and critics. This week, Chris and Perry revisit Judd Apatow's comedy-drama and talk about Adam Sandler's performance and subsequent career choices, Apatow's love of family and stand-up comedy, and where the film ranks in the director's filmography. Also, brief discussions of "Midsommar," "Stuber" and "Crawl."  Do you have any questions for them? Let us know on Twitter, Facebook or email! We’re Watching Here” Facebook page “We’re Watching Here” Twitter “We’re Watching Here” Instagram Support us on Patreon! Perry Seibert on Twitter Chris Williams on Twitter

In the age of "Bohemian Rhapsody" and "Rocketman," is there a new way to approach the musical biopic? Or maybe just an old way that has rarely done better? Chris and Perry talk the 1979 Bob Fosse film "All That Jazz" and talk about its urgent editing, thinly veiled biographical storyline, and the lead performance of Roy Scheider.  Do you have any questions for them? Let us know on Twitter, Facebook or email! We’re Watching Here” Facebook page “We’re Watching Here” Twitter “We’re Watching Here” Instagram Support us on Patreon! Perry Seibert on Twitter Chris Williams on Twitter

In this special bonus episode, Chris shares his thoughts on Toy Story 4 and whether its ending is a betrayal of the series' themes or fits right alongside the other adventures. Chris' 'Toy Story 4' review Chris' Pixar Rankings for Michigan Sports and Entertainment  We’re Watching Here” Facebook page “We’re Watching Here” Twitter “We’re Watching Here” Instagram Support us on Patreon! Perry Seibert on Twitter Chris Williams on Twitter

With 'Toy Story 4' about to hit theaters, Chris and Perry sit down to talk about Pixar. They discuss the remarkable run of the studios' first 10 films, they list their favorite Pixar films, and discuss some of the pitfalls that have come along the way. Do you have any questions for them? Let us know on Twitter, Facebook or email! We’re Watching Here” Facebook page “We’re Watching Here” Twitter “We’re Watching Here” Instagram Support us on Patreon! Perry Seibert on Twitter Chris Williams on Twitter

This week, Chris and Perry do something a little different. Rather than just talk about a specific movie, genre or personality, they talk about themselves. How does being a critic change their approach to film? What do they love most about the gig? What is the most frustrating thing?  Do you have any questions for them? Let us know on Twitter, Facebook or email!  We’re Watching Here” Facebook page “We’re Watching Here” Twitter “We’re Watching Here” Instagram Support us on Patreon! Perry Seibert on Twitter Chris Williams on Twitter

Some people think of the musical as a genre best associated with the past. But the movie musical has undergone a dramatic resurgence post-2000. This episode, Chris and Perry talk about their favorite movie musicals of the past 19 years, including a Disney princess movie, a few indie masterpieces, and even some zombies. Check it out and tell us your favorites!  “We’re Watching Here” Facebook page “We’re Watching Here” Twitter “We’re Watching Here” Instagram Support us on Patreon! Perry Seibert on Twitter Chris Williams on Twitter

"Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind" has long been hailed as a masterpiece by many film fans. Does it still hold up, or have we just removed the bad parts from our memory? Chris and Perry revisit Michel Gondry's 2004 classic and discuss the performances by Kate Winslet and Jim Carrey, as well as the career of screenwriter Charlie Kaufman.  “We’re Watching Here” Facebook page “We’re Watching Here” Twitter “We’re Watching Here” Instagram Support us on Patreon! Perry Seibert on Twitter Chris Williams on Twitter Chris' Retro Review of "Election" 

Chris and Perry are here for another bonus episode, where they talk the oft-forgotten and dismissed Lonely Island mockumentary "Popstar: Never Stop Never Stopping."  “We’re Watching Here” Facebook page “We’re Watching Here” Twitter “We’re Watching Here” Instagram Support us on Patreon! Perry Seibert on Twitter Chris Williams on Twitter

Cameron Crowe’s directorial debut “Say Anything…” has long been regarded one of the best teen romances to come out of Hollywood. But how does it hold up with three decades behind it? This week, Chris and Perry revisit Crowe’s film and talk about its legacy. Does the movie work without John Cusack? What makes it such a memorable film? Is John Mahoney a national treasure? And what happened to Cameron Crowe in the years following “Almost Famous”? What are your thoughts on “Say Anything…”? Share them with us on Facebook or Twitter. And if you’re enjoying the conversation, consider supporting the show via Patreon! “We’re Watching Here” Facebook page “We’re Watching Here” Twitter “We’re Watching Here” Instagram Support us on Patreon!  Perry Seibert on Twitter Chris Williams on Twitter

Chris and Perry are back with a bonus episode! Sarah Polley’s “Take This Waltz” was ignored by critics and audiences upon its release in 2012, despite being the second film from a director whose last work (“Away From Her”) had been critically acclaimed. It also co-stars Seth Rogen, who was on a hot streak at that time. Perry is here to tell audiences to seek out this smart, heartbreaking look at marriage and the plight of being in your late-twenties. This bonus episode, as well as one coming in two weeks, will be available at no cost through April. Starting in May, bonus episodes will be available only to supporters on Patreon. If you enjoy this episode and would like to keep hearing them, please consider supporting the show on Patreon. “We’re Watching Here” Facebook page “We’re Watching Here” Twitter “We’re Watching Here” Instagram Support us on Patreon!  Perry Seibert on Twitter Chris Williams on Twitter

It’s the end of March and only one week out from Opening Day at Comerica Park, and so Chris and Perry are talking baseball movies on this episode. What makes a great baseball movie? Do baseball fans and non-fans pick different films? And which Kevin Costner roles show up on their lists? Thank you again for listening! If you’re listening on iTunes, please remember to rate us and share with your friends! And if you’re enjoying the conversation, consider supporting us on Patreon at the link below! “We’re Watching Here” Facebook page “We’re Watching Here” Twitter “We’re Watching Here” Instagram Support us on Patreon!  Perry Seibert on Twitter Chris Williams on Twitter

We’re back! This week, Chris and Perry and are talking the latest film from Steven Soderbergh, “High Flying Bird.” Hear what they think about his Netflix film about the politics of basketball and how it relates to Soderbergh’s long career. Also: what does this say about Netflix and the future of film? We hope you’re enjoying the show! Please consider supporting us on Patreon for fun bonuses and to help us make this show the best it can be! “We’re Watching Here” Facebook page “We’re Watching Here” Twitter “We’re Watching Here” Instagram Perry Seibert on Twitter Chris Williams on Twitter Deadline interview with Steven Soderbergh Email the show at werewatchinghere@gmail.com

When Robin Williams died five years ago, the world was shocked. How could a man so seemingly full of life, vitality and joy be unable to keep the inner darkness at bay? Did his filmography offer clues to his struggles? And what performances would we never get to see from this beloved icon? Inspired by HBO’s documentary “Robin Williams: Come Inside My Mind” and David Itzkoff’s biography “Robin,” this week Chris and Perry spend time talking about the career and films of Robin Williams. What are his can’t-miss performances? Which movies best showcase his talents? And what about that stretch of bad movies late in his career? Join us and then share your favorite memories of the beloved funnyman. If you want to be part of the conversation, visit our Patreon page and consider becoming a “We’re Watching Here” patron!  Like the show? Tell your friends and rate us on iTunes and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  “We’re Watching Here” Facebook page “We’re Watching Here” Twitter “We’re Watching Here” Instagram Pe

Welcome to a special Oscar-themed bonus episode of “We’re Watching Here.” In this episode, Chris and Perry talk some of their favorite Academy Award memories and discuss the changes and controversies accompanying this Sunday’s Academy Awards broadcast. We hope you like this bonus episode, and we hoe to bring you more! We’re also thrilled to announce the launch of our Patreon, in which you can contribute to the conversation and enjoy some great bonuses! Jump on over the page to see what awaits patrons and how you can help support this show! “We’re Watching Here” Facebook page “We’re Watching Here” Patreon “We’re Watching Here” Twitter “We’re Watching Here” Instagram Perry Seibert on Twitter Chris Williams on Twitter Email the show at werewatchinghere@gmail.com

Going into 1999, there was only one movie on everyone’s mind: Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace.  It’s amazing how time changes things, isn’t it? Twenty years later, young Anakin and Jar-Jar are punchlines, and the most memorable cinematic characters of that year include Neo, a dead Bruce Willis, and an Iron Giant. It was also the year in which directors like Paul Thomas Anderson and Spike Jonze made breakthrough films and Kevin Smith created a biblical poop monster. It was, in short, one of the greatest years of cinema we’ve seen. In this episode, Chris and Perry talk about the films they loved most about 1999 and whether they still hold up. They also discuss where they were during this instrumental time in their film-going lives and talk about the ripples of some of these movies. “We’re Watching Here” Facebook page “We’re Watching Here” Twitter “We’re Watching Here” Instagram Perry Seibert on Twitter Chris Williams on Twitter Chris’s Retro Review of “The Sixth Sense”  Email the show at werewatchin

What movies define you? What is your Cinematic DNA?  Welcome to the first episode of “We’re Watching Here,” with Chris Williams and Perry Seibert! This is the first episode of our biweekly podcast about all things cinema, and we’re thrilled you’re tuning it! In this first episode, Chris and Perry talk a bit about who they are and their careers as film critics. After a brief discussion about what they’ve been watching recently, they move on to this week’s main topic: their Cinematic DNA. What movies define them? Which ones informed their view of cinema? Which are the most tied into their personalities? It’s a fun conversation, with several surprising movies mentioned. Finally, they wrap up by talking about the movies they’re looking forward to watching in the coming weeks. We hope you enjoy this episode and we look forward to the conversation to come! In the meantime, follow “We’re Watching Here” and its hosts on social media: “We’re Watching Here” Facebook page “We’re Watching Here” Twitter  “We’re Watchi

What movies define you? What is your Cinematic DNA?  Welcome to the first episode of “We’re Watching Here,” with Chris Williams and Perry Seibert! This is the first episode of our biweekly podcast about all things cinema, and we’re thrilled you’re tuning it! In this first episode, Chris and Perry talk a bit about who they are and their careers as film critics. After a brief discussion about what they’ve been watching recently, they move on to this week’s main topic: their Cinematic DNA. What movies define them? Which ones informed their view of cinema? Which are the most tied into their personalities? It’s a fun conversation, with several surprising movies mentioned. Finally, they wrap up by talking about the movies they’re looking forward to watching in the coming weeks. We hope you enjoy this episode and we look forward to the conversation to come! In the meantime, follow “We’re Watching Here” and its hosts on social media: “We’re Watching Here” Facebook page “We’re Watching Here” Twitter  “We’re Watchi

Hey everyone, welcome to Episode Zero of “We’re Watching Here”! What is Episode Zero? It is a “not-ready-for-primetime,” five-minute intro set up just to give you the basic idea of the show (which will debut Feb. 1) and allow you to plug the feed into your podcatcher of choice. Bear with the roughness of this Episode Zero: It was recorded quickly and not run through Audacity. Basically, it’s a bookmark to allow this to get onto iTunes, Google Play, etc. The good stuff comes Friday. And what is that “good stuff”? Every other week, you’ll here myself and my friend, Perry Seibert, talk all things film. The movies we love, the directors we follow, the things that piss us off…whatever is on our mind. And we want to talk about what matters to you as well. Email, tweet or reach out to us and let us know what you’d like to hear. Are there movies you want us to discuss? Cinematic topics we should give our opinion on? Any questions you have for us as film critics? And what are you watching and loving? What do we need