Movie Reviews—2020-2026 Episodes

New movie reviews for films released in 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026.
82: Babylon (2022)
Jan. 6, 2023

82: Babylon (2022)

Alex and Nick discuss a new film they both love that no one is talking about, Damien Chazelle’s big swing, "Babylon." The guys talk Chazelle’s career, the culture turning on prestige films, a never-better Margot Robbie, the p...

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80: Bardo: False Chronicle of a Handful of Truths (2022)
Dec. 16, 2022

80: Bardo: False Chronicle of a Handful of Truths (2022)

Alejandro G. Iñárritu’s new film, “Bardo: False Chronicle of a Handful of Truths” is one of Alex and Nick’s favorite films of the year. Watch the movie on Netflix, then tune in as the guys discuss Iñárritu’s career, absurdist...

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79: New 2022 Movie Reviews
Dec. 10, 2022

79: New 2022 Movie Reviews

Nick interviews Alex about a ton of new movies, including "Triangle of Sadness," "The Banshees of Inisherin," "The Fabelmans," "Glass Onion," "Bones and All," "Tár," "All Quiet on the Western Front," "Armageddon Time," "Sr.", and more! The guys also discuss the new Sight and Sound movie poll and th…

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73: Blonde (2022)
Oct. 4, 2022

73: Blonde (2022)

Alex and Nick review Andrew Dominik’s controversial new film, “Blonde.” The guys discuss online hysteria, Dominik’s challenging filmography, Marilyn Monroe’s best performances, NC-17 movies, Ana de Armas, cinematographer Chay...

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71: Heat 2, Book-to-Movie Reviews
Sept. 15, 2022

71: Heat 2, Book-to-Movie Reviews

Nick interviews Alex as he reviews Michael Mann’s new novel, Heat 2. The guys then talk about the movie-related books Alex has read since COVID began, and their respective film adaptions. Titles include: Once Upon a Time in H...

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67: Nope (2022), Alex on BBC Live, Summer Reviews
Aug. 5, 2022

67: Nope (2022), Alex on BBC Live, Summer Reviews

The guys discuss Alex’s appearance on BBC Radio 5 Live, Jordan Peele’s “Nope” in IMAX, an awkward encounter before "Thor: Love and Thunder," Christopher McDonald’s first Emmy nomination (!), Tarantino’s final film, 2022 summe...

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62: Crimes of the Future (2022), Favorite David Cronenberg
June 17, 2022

62: Crimes of the Future (2022), Favorite David Cronenberg

Alex reviews David Cronenberg’s twisted new body horror thriller “Crimes of the Future,” before taking a look at Cronenberg’s 50-year career and all of the glorious mayhem found in it. Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Inst...

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61: Top Gun: Maverick (2022), Favorite Tom Cruise
June 9, 2022

61: Top Gun: Maverick (2022), Favorite Tom Cruise

Alex (call sign: Knockout) and Nick (Superstar!) go mainstream with their spoiler-free review of “Top Gun: Maverick.” The guys discuss blockbusters that get it right, the legacy of “Top Gun,” scene-stealer Glen Powell, seeing...

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60: Gaspar Noé’s Lux Æterna (2019) & Vortex (2022)
June 2, 2022

60: Gaspar Noé’s Lux Æterna (2019) & Vortex (2022)

Alex and Nick wrap up Gaspar Noé’s filmography with thoughts on his Saint Laurent short film, “Lux Æterna,” and his emotionally devastating sixth feature film, “Vortex.” The guys also have extended conversations about Lars Vo...

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KIMI (2022)
March 5, 2022

KIMI (2022)

Alex reviews Steven Soderbergh’s new thriller, “KIMI,” along with the other movies of Soderbergh’s post-retirement career: “Logan Lucky,” “Unsane,” “High Flying Bird,” “The Laundromat,” “Let Them All Talk”, and “No Sudden Mov...

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The Worst Person in the World (2021)
Feb. 19, 2022

The Worst Person in the World (2021)

Alex reviews Joachim Trier’s Oscar-nominated film, “The Worst Person in the World,” along with the other four films nominated for the Best International Feature Film Oscar: “Drive My Car,” “Flee,” “The Hand of God,” and "Luna...

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Don’t Look Up (2021)
Dec. 31, 2021

Don’t Look Up (2021)

Alex and Nick review Adam McKay’s “Don’t Look Up.” The guys launch into satires, politics in art, film in 2021, political correctness, deleted scenes, erotic thrillers, and more. This one gets weird. Follow us on Twitter @WAY...

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Spencer (2021)
Dec. 3, 2021

Spencer (2021)

Alex reviews the new film “Spencer” and discusses Kristen Stewart’s perfect performance as Princess Diana, British character actors, knowing embarrassingly little about the Royal Family, Jonny Greenwood, and more. Let us know...

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House of Gucci (2021)
Nov. 24, 2021

House of Gucci (2021)

Ridley Scott’s “House of Gucci” is finally here! Alex talks about Ridley’s insane work ethic, avoiding your family during the holidays, Lady Gaga’s Oscar prospects, movie accents, Jared Leto, and more. The episode ends with q...

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Dune (2021)
Nov. 16, 2021

Dune (2021)

Alex flies solo to give an outsider’s take on Denis Villeneuve’s "Dune." Alex discusses "Dune" lore, technical mastery, Oscar prospects, Charlotte Rampling and Stellan Skarsgard as all-timers, and Villeneuve’s early film work. Let us know what you think of "Dune" on Twitter @WAYW_Podcast. Watch Ale…

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The Last Duel (2021)
Oct. 23, 2021

The Last Duel (2021)

Alex flies solo to deliver a spoiler-free review of Ridley Scott’s new film, “The Last Duel." Alex discusses “Rashomon” narrative styles, a never-better Adam Driver, confident direction, and much more. Then Nick stops by and ...

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The Card Counter (2021)
Sept. 25, 2021

The Card Counter (2021)

Alex goes solo to deliver a quick, spoiler-free review on Paul Schrader’s new film, “The Card Counter.” Alex discusses the themes in Paul Schrader’s work, Oscar Isaac’s 2021 moment, stunt casting, movies about loners, and mor...

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38: Pig (2021) | Favorite Nicolas Cage
Sept. 2, 2021

38: Pig (2021) | Favorite Nicolas Cage

To celebrate Nicolas Cage's great performance in the new film, "Pig," Nick and Alex pick their five favorite Cage roles. Crazy Cage, Action Cage, Oscar Cage - with only five slots to fill, the guys have a blast diving into one of the craziest careers in Hollywood history. What are your favorite Cag…

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26: Malcolm & Marie (2021)
March 25, 2021

26: Malcolm & Marie (2021)

Nick and Alex do a deep dive on the exciting and controversial new Netflix film, “Malcolm & Marie.” The guys discuss Zendaya’s deserved praise, Hollywood nepotism, criticism vs. art, intentional cinematography, and the emerge...

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21: Favorite Film Discoveries of 2020
Jan. 28, 2021

21: Favorite Film Discoveries of 2020

Nick and Alex fully reveal their obsession with movies in discussing the best movies they discovered in 2020. This is a wide-ranging, hardcore movie geek episode that covers all types of films from all different eras. What we...

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Minisode: Fall 2020 Streaming Recs
Nov. 19, 2020

Minisode: Fall 2020 Streaming Recs

Alex and Nick offer up some very current movie streaming recommendations. All recs are quick and spoiler-free. Topics include realistic gore coming back to horror, good chess movies vs. bad chess shows, an Oscar-worthy Caleb ...

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Minisode: Summer 2020 Streaming Recs
Aug. 3, 2020

Minisode: Summer 2020 Streaming Recs

Alex and Nick tell you what they’re watching by offering current streaming recommendations. Movies, TV, a ton of different genres to choose from. Recs are current as of August 3, 2020! Watch Alex's work at http://alexwithrow....

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