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3d ago

We've got a little stocking stuffer for you here at Breakfast All Day. Lots of big movies coming out over the next couple of weeks, including "Avatar: Fire and Ash," which we reviewed on Tuesday. As for the weekend's other new releases, here's what we have for you: THE HOUSEMAID. Deliciously twisty trash starring Sydney Sweeney and Amanda Seyfried, who definitely knew the assignment. Because this is a Paul Feig movie (based on a best-selling novel), the clothes and interiors are to die for. This is a non-spoiler review, because you deserve to enjoy all the wild surprises in store for you. In theaters. IS THIS THING ON? The third film from director Bradley Cooper is in a lower, more intimate key that we both really enjoyed. Will Arnett stars as a husband and father of two who works through his divorce by turning to stand-up comedy. Inspired by the true story of British comic John Bishop. In theaters. MOVIE NEWS LIVE! Our last one of the year, and there was so much to talk about: Rob Reiner, Oscar shortlists, the Academy Awards moving to YouTube in 2029, trailers for "Disclosure Day," "Digger" and the "Melania" documentary, and more. We look forward to resuming these with you in 2026. We'll have one more episode for 2025 on Tuesday, with reviews of "Marty Supreme," "Anaconda" and "No Other Choice." Thanks for being here with us during this busy time of year! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

5d ago

There's so much happening right now that we had to do a midweek visit with you here at Breakfast All Day. First, we reviewed the big movie of the week, "Avatar: Fire and Ash." James Cameron just keeps making "Avatar" movies, so we'll keep reviewing them. At least this time, Oona Chaplin adds an element of crazy-sexy danger as the leader of a tribe that's challenging the Na'vi. In theaters this Friday. Of course, we had to honor Rob Reiner, who was shockingly slain in his Brentwood home over the weekend alongside his wife, Michele. Since we recorded this, the couple's son, Nick, has been charged with two counts of first degree murder in connection with the killings. We remember Reiner as a director who made some of the most beloved and enduring movies of all time across a wide variety of genres, from "This Is Spinal Tap" to "The Princess Bride" to "When Harry Met Sally ..." to "Misery." We also pay tribute to how active he and his wife were in Democratic politics and causes. We'll devote our January Off the Menu poll to Reiner's work, so keep an eye out for that. Finally, a feel-good movie that we didn't feel particularly good about: "Rental Family." It's been out for a few weeks, so we wanted to catch up with it. Brendan Fraser stars as an American actor struggling to find work in Japan. He takes a job with an agency that hires out people to play a role in strangers' lives. Lots of people love this movie, but we did not. In theaters now. Thanks for sharing some of your time with us during the holidays. We'll have reviews of "The Housemaid" and "Is This Thing On?" plus movie news Friday, so come on back.

Dec 12

We're holding it together with ribbons and Scotch tape this week on Breakfast All Day. Alonso is off promoting the new edition of his book, "Have Yourself a Movie Little Christmas," so here's what we've got for you: ELLA McCAY: Yes, it is as baffling as you've heard. Thankfully, Tim Grierson from Screen International returns to help try and make sense of it. The latest film from Oscar-winner James L. Brooks stars Emma Mackey as a young lieutenant governor who must step up and lead her state, but various personal and professional crises get in the way. Jamie Lee Curtis, Albert Brooks and Woody Harrelson are among the impressive supporting cast. In theaters. DUST BUNNY: Writer-director Bryan Fuller (TV's "Pushing Daisies," "Hannibal") makes his feature debut with this delightfully dark tale. A precocious girl (Sophie Sloan) hires a hitman (Mads Mikkelsen) to kill the monster beneath her bed. But is the creature real, or just in her imagination? Sigourney Weaver and David Dastmalchian co-star. In theaters. If you're looking for Alonso's Christmas movie livestream , here it is, free to view on our Patreon. Thanks for spending some of your time with us during the busy holiday season! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Dec 6

December is here and so are we at Breakfast All Day. Kind of a random week of smaller stuff to start the last month of 2025, but the big movies are coming very soon. For now, we have: MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG. This is the filmed version of the Tony-winning musical revival. It was a notorious flop for Stephen Sondheim and is now considered a classic. Jonathan Groff, Daniel Radcliffe and Lindsay Mendez star. In theaters for a limited run. (Find out here if it's playing near you: https://www.fathomentertainment.com/releases/merrily-we-roll-along/) SISU: ROAD TO REVENGE: The great Dave White returns to help review the "Sisu" sequel after sharing his thoughts on the 2023 original. Jorma Tommila is back as a wordless badass, but now it's post-WWII, so he's killing Russians instead of Nazis. This Finnish thriller is crazy fun. In theaters. MOVIE NEWS LIVE! It's been literally a month since our last movie news livestream, and there was a ton to talk about between Netflix buying Warner Bros. and all the awards season developments. "One Battle After Another" and "Sinners" appear to be your front runners and they're ... both from Warner Bros. Plus: Why is Quentin Tarantino trashing Paul Dano? Always a lot to discuss. Thanks for sharing some of your time with us! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Nov 25

If you cook the bird, we'll bring the sides for you on this Thanksgiving Week episode of Breakfast All Day. Here are the big movies coming out that we reviewed: WAKE UP DEAD MAN. The third movie in Rian Johnson's "Knives Out" series has more on its mind than its predecessors. But the latest murder mystery is just as fun in its twists and turns, and it features yet another delightful performance from Daniel Craig as Detective Benoit Blanc. This is a non-spoiler review, because as always, the less you know the better. In select theaters Nov. 26 before streaming on Netflix Dec. 12. HAMNET. A major awards contender with a ton of hype, but our review isn't quite so fawning. Director and co-writer Chloé Zhao's film is inspired by the true story of William Shakespeare and his wife as they deal with the devastation of losing their son, Hamnet, at age 11. Paul Mescal and Jessie Buckley co-star. In select theaters Nov. 26 before expanding Dec. 5. REBUILDING. It's Josh O'Connor Week (he's also in "Wake Up Dead Man"), which is just fine with us. Here he stars as a cowboy struggling to put his life back together after a wildfire ravages his Colorado ranch. This is a quietly moving indie gem that we both loved. Lily LaTorre is excellent as his young daughter. Find out here if it's playing hear you: https://bleeckerstreetmedia.com/rebuilding Thanks for spending some of your time with us during this busy holiday week. We're so grateful for you! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Nov 19

An incredibly random mix of movies this week, but hopefully we have a little something for everyone here at Breakfast All Day. Think of it as a Thanksgiving buffet for your ears: WICKED: FOR GOOD: We do not agree at all on the second half of "Wicked," based on the Broadway musical. But we wanted to review it as early as we could, so here we are, putting one foot in front of the other on the Yellow Brick Road. Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande co-star. In theaters Nov. 21. KEEPER (NO Spoilers!): The latest nightmare fuel from Osgood Perkins has been in theaters for a few days, so we wanted to catch up with it. The less you know the better, so this is a spoiler-free review, but we're thinking of doing a spoiler livestream, so we'll keep you posted on that. Tatiana Maslany is awesome in this. JAY KELLY: George Clooney IS George Clooney in this affectionate drama from director and co-writer Noah Baumbach. He plays a legendary Hollywood star who's forced to reconsider his life and legacy. Adam Sandler, Laura Dern, Billy Crudup and Riley Keough are among the incredible supporting cast. In select theaters now, streaming on Netflix Dec. 5. Thanks for being here with us during this busy time of year! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Nov 14

We've got ALL the running men this week, but we'd never run away from you at Breakfast All Day. Here's what we reviewed in our latest episode: THE RUNNING MAN (2025): Glen Powell runs for his life (and millions of dollars) in a dystopian future, based on the Stephen King novel. In theaters. THE RUNNING MAN (1987): Arnold Schwarzenegger runs for his life (and millions of dollars) in a dystopian future, based on the Stephen King novel. Available for rental. TRAIN DREAMS: An absolutely gorgeous film starring Joel Edgerton as a logger in the Pacific Northwest, post-World War I. In theaters now, streaming on Netflix Nov. 21. BUGONIA SPOILER CHAT: We get into everything here that we didn't want to give away when we did our non-spoiler review with Tim Grierson a couple weeks ago. Listen only if you've seen the film! No movie news livestream this week because we're doing some schedule juggling to see all the big, year-end movies. Thanks for sharing some of your time with us! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Nov 7

It's a huge weekend at the movies! Here's what we reviewed for you in the latest episode of our Breakfast All Day podcast: PREDATOR: BADLANDS: We were shocked at how much we enjoyed this. It's a blast of a summer popcorn movie, dropped right in the middle of prestige movie season. And you don't need to know much about the Predator franchise going into it. (FYI, some light spoilers here.) In theaters. SENTIMENTAL VALUE: A major awards contender, and possibly the best movie of the year (according to Christy, at least). The latest from director and co-writer Joachim Trier ("The Worst Person in the World") is a moving family drama starring Stellan Skarsgård and Renate Reinsve. In theaters. DIE MY LOVE: Jennifer Lawrence absolutely goes for it in this harrowing story of post-partum depression. Director Lynne Ramsay puts Lawrence through the wringer in her role as a new mom navigating the isolation of a Montana farmhouse. Robert Pattinson co-stars as her husband. In theaters. CHRISTY: Of course we had to review this. Sydney Sweeney transforms herself to play Christy Martin, the coal miner's daughter who became a trailblazer in the world of women's boxing. Ben Foster is chilling as her abusive trainer and husband. But this is a pretty standard sports biopic. In theaters. No movie news livestream this week because Christy is traveling. Come back and see us at our YouTube channel next Friday, Nov. 14 at Noon Pacific. Have a great weekend! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Nov 1

All treats and no tricks for you in this packed Halloween edition of Breakfast All Day. Here's what we've got: NOUVELLE VAGUE: Richard Linklater recreates the making of the French New Wave classic "Breathless" with a movie that looks like it could have come out in 1960, as well. You don't need to know anything about Jean-Luc Godard, or Jean Seberg, or Jean-Paul Belmondo to enjoy this affectionate and humorous homage, but there are Easter eggs galore if you do. In theaters before streaming on Netflix Nov 14. SHELBY OAKS (With William Bibbiani): Our good friend Bibbs joins in on a review of this horror debut from longtime YouTube film critic Chris Stuckmann. It follows a woman investigating the disappearance of her sister, who was a paranormal investigator, in a small Ohio town. In theaters. HEDDA: Tessa Thompson is impossibly charismatic in this bold reimagining of the classic Henrik Ibsen play "Hedda Gabler." Nia DaCosta's adaptation is queer and multiracial in ways that are reminiscent of "Bridgerton." The cinematography and production design are gorgeous, but see it for the clothes alone. Streaming on Prime Video. IT WAS JUST AN ACCIDENT: This will end up being a major contender in the awards conversation. Iranian master Jafar Panahi tells the story of several disparate people who come together to abduct and confront the man they believe was their torturer in prison. It's tense and beautifully acted, with an unexpected streak of absurd humor. In theaters. MOVIE NEWS LIVE!: Our travels have kept us from doing our movie news livestream for the past couple weeks, so it was nice to be together again. Among the topics we discussed were the upcoming "Stranger Things" finale, "Sinners" and "K-Pop Demon Hunters" back in theaters, Osgood Perkins Day, and Francis Ford Coppola auctioning off his watch collection. We're gone next week but back Nov. 14. Thanks for being here! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Oct 25

It's a big week with much-anticipated movies and old friends stopping by to discuss them on Breakfast All Day. These are extra long reviews, so get comfy: SPRINGSTEEN: DELIVER ME FROM NOWHERE: Our dear, old friend and former co-host Ben Mankiewicz of Turner Classic Movies, who also happens to be a Bruce Springsteen superfan, shares his thoughts. All three of us have very different opinions of this movie, but we agree that Jeremy Allen White is great in it as The Boss. In theaters. BUGONIA: The always insightful Tim Grierson from Screen International sits in for Alonso on the new Yorgos Lanthimos movie. Is Big Pharma CEO Emma Stone really a space alien? Or is Jesse Plemons just a crackpot conspiracy theorist? We won't tell you here because it's a non-spoiler review, but we both loved it. In theaters. No movie news livestream this week because Alonso is traveling, but we'll be back on Oct. 31. Thanks for sharing some of your time with us! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Oct 18

A quick but thrilling episode to end your week here at Breakfast All Day. First, we review "Black Phone 2," the sequel to 2022's "The Black Phone," and who among us expected we'd be getting one of those? Ethan Hawke returns to make more obscene phone calls. In theaters. Then, the always brilliant Katie Walsh fills in for Alonso on a review of "Frankenstein." This is the movie Guillermo del Toro has wanted to make his entire life, and it's everything you'd imagine it would be. Oscar Isaac, Jacob Elordi and Mia Goth star. In select theaters now before streaming on Netflix Nov. 7. No movie news livestream this week because Alonso is traveling. Thanks for joining us! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Oct 15

It's an insane Arthouse Tuesday here at Breakfast All Day, so let's get right to it. In our latest episode, we have reviews of: AFTER THE HUNT: The latest provocation from Luca Guadagnino, starring Julia Roberts, Andrew Garfield and Ayo Edebiri. We have thoughts. In theaters. IF I HAD LEGS I'D KICK YOU: Rose Byrne is great as a harried mom in this indie thriller from writer-director Mary Bronstein. In theaters. JOHN CANDY: I LIKE ME: This star-studded documentary takes an appreciative look at the life and career of comedian John Candy, who died at just 43. Streaming on Prime Video. ORWELL: 2+2=5: Raoul Peck's extended video essay reminds us that George Orwell was right all along in warning us about authoritarianism. In theaters. Plus we shared a few thoughts on the prolific career of Diane Keaton, who died this past week at age 79. We'll go more in-depth on the Oscar winner's work with our November Off the Menu poll, so keep an eye out for that and pick the film of hers you'd like to see us review. Thanks for being here in the middle of the week with us! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Oct 11

We're continuing to blaze a trail through the many, many movies opening on October 10 here at Breakfast All Day. Earlier this week, we reviewed TRON: ARES, A HOUSE OF DYNAMITE and KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN. Today, we discussed: ROOFMAN: Channing Tatum is ridiculously charming as a robber who escapes from prison and hides inside a Toys "R" Us store for six months. This actually happened. We enjoyed Tatum's performance, and the cast is strong, but the tone is off from indie director Derek Cianfrance. In theaters. URCHIN: Harris Dickinson makes an auspicious filmmaking debut with this gritty and intimate tale of addiction. Dickinson writes, directs and has a small supporting role, but Frank Dillane is the star as a young man trying to get clean but getting in his own way. In theaters. MOVIE NEWS LIVE! This was a lengthy one since we took last week off and there's so much to discuss. Among this week's topics were "Marty Supreme," the Riyadh Comedy Festival, the Melania Trump documentary, Rush reuniting with a new drummer, and the Smashing Pumpkins smoothie at Erewhon. We're hoping to go live again next Friday, so stay tuned for details. Thanks for being with us during this busy time! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Oct 8

October 10 is such an insanely packed week that we wanted to review a few of the new releases a little early here at Breakfast All Day: TRON: ARES: The third movie in the "Tron" series has a dopey script but extremely cool visual effects and a great soundtrack from Nine Inch Nails. See it on a giant screen and pretend you're watching a two-hour music video. Jared Leto, Greta Lee and Evan Peters star. In theaters this weekend. A HOUSE OF DYNAMITE: Kathryn Bigelow is back with a sharp, tense tale about what happens when an unknown country launches a nuclear strike against the United States. Rebecca Ferguson, Anthony Ramos, Tracy Letts, Gabriel Basso and Jared Harris are among the incredible ensemble cast. This is one of the year's best. In theaters this weekend before streaming on Netflix Oct. 24. KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN: This splashy movie musical from "Dreamgirls" director Bill Condon features dazzling production numbers, lush production values and great performances from Jennifer Lopez, Diego Luna and Tonatiuh, who is going to be a star. In theaters this weekend. Check back with us on Friday when we'll have reviews of "Roofman" and "Urchin" as well as Movie News LIVE! Join us at our YouTube channel at Noon Pacific. Thanks for being here.

Oct 4

We'll spin around and wag our tails for a treat -- we're kinda shameless that way here at Breakfast All Day. October begins with reviews of three very different films: GOOD BOY, a lean and clever horror movie told from a dog's perspective. Indy, who's director and co-writer Ben Leonberg's own retriever, is actually the best boy. And in case you're worried: He's OK at the end. In theaters. PLAY DIRTY, a listless action comedy from director and co-writer Shane Black, who's had a much better track record with this kind of movie in the past ("Kiss Kiss Bang Bang," "The Nice Guys"). Mark Wahlberg and LaKeith Stanfield lead an ensemble cast. Streaming on Prime Video, but you should avoid it. ARE WE GOOD?, an intimate documentary that looks at the life and career of comedian and "WTF Podcast" host Marc Maron. In particular, it focuses on how he's working through grief after the death of his girlfriend, filmmaker Lynn Shelton. We liked this. In theaters. Next week is nuts, with about eight movies coming out that have awards potential, or at least year-end buzz. So keep your ears open, and we'll help guide you through this busy time. Thanks for being here. Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Oct 1

We've got a mid-week Breakfast All Day drop-in for you with exactly two items: An early review of "The Smashing Machine," in which Dwayne Johnson transforms himself to play MMA fighter Mark Kerr. It's in theaters Friday. A lengthy, LIVE spoiler chat about Paul Thomas Anderson's "One Battle After Another," which we hosted on our YouTube channel. See you Friday for the Marc Maron documentary "Are We Good?" our weekly news livestream at Noon Pacific, and much more. Enjoy!

Sep 26

We're wrapping up September with a quick and random episode of Breakfast All Day so we can get out to the theater and see our people in person! Tonight's the night for our meet-and-greet at CinemaWest Beach Cities in El Segundo. We'll be at the lobby bar before the 6pm showing of "One Battle After Another." Come say hi around 530, grab a drink and a Pink's hot dog, then check out Paul Thomas Anderson's new epic on their Giant screen. Details and tickets are available here: https://web.cinemawest.com/films/One-Battle-After-Another/HO00000209 As for new reviews, we begin with "Eleanor the Great," Scarlett Johansson's directorial debut. June Squibb stars as 94-year-old woman who moves back to New York after the loss of her best friend and tells a big lie that spirals out of control. This movie is a mess tonally, but Squibb is always a delight. In theaters. Next up is "Strange Journey: The Story of Rocky Horror." This is a documentary about "The Rocky Horror Picture Show," the ultimate cult movie, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary today. Tim Curry, Susan Sarandon, Barry Bostwick, Richard O'Brien and many more share their memories of this groundbreaking, enduring film, which is still playing in midnight showings decades later. In theaters. Finally, it's Movie News LIVE! Jimmy Kimmel's back, trailers for "The Mandalorian and Grogu" and "The Bride," the "Weapons" spin-off movie about Aunt Gladys and much more. Join us here every Friday at Noon Pacific. We love seeing you! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Sep 20

September winds down in unspectacular fashion here at Breakfast All Day with two new movies you're welcome to avoid. We begin with "HIM," a horror film set in the world of pro football. Lots of style, cool production design and some striking cinematography, but it becomes overwhelming and -- eventually -- just plain silly. Marlon Wayans, Tyriq Withers and Julia Fox star. In theaters. Then we discuss "A Big Bold Beautiful Journey," which isn't much better. Colin Farrell and Margot Robbie meet cute at a wedding, then get stuck on a magical realist road trip in a rented Saturn where they must return to pivotal moments from their pasts. Kogonada ("Columbus," "After Yang") directed, and we usually love him, but this is cloying and hollow. In theaters. Finally, we have a lengthy Movie News LIVE! for you. We spent quite a bit of time on Jimmy Kimmel and Robert Redford, but we also discussed the new Taylor Swift movie and the trailer for "Anaconda." Join us every Friday at Noon Pacific. Thanks for being here! Join us before a showing of ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER on opening weekend. We'll be at CinemaWest Beach Cities before the 6pm showing on Friday, Sept. 26. Say hello to us in the lobby bar starting around 530pm, then head into the theater and see the movie on their GIANT screen. Find out more and get tickets here: https://web.cinemawest.com/films/One-Battle-After-Another/HO00000209 Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter so you don't miss a thing! https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Sep 17

It's a jam-packed, mid-week episode of our Breakfast All Day podcast. We begin with a super-early, spoiler-free review of "One Battle After Another." Paul Thomas Anderson's latest epic doesn't come out until Sept. 26, but we couldn't wait to talk about it. We'll do a spoiler-free LIVE YouTube chat at Noon Pacific on Tuesday, Sept. 30, so mark your calendars for that. And! Join us before a showing of ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER on opening weekend. We'll be at CinemaWest Beach Cities before the 6pm showing on Friday, Sept. 26. Say hello to us in the lobby bar starting around 530pm, then head into the theater and see the movie on their GIANT screen. Find out more and get tickets here: https://web.cinemawest.com/films/One-Battle-After-Another/HO00000209 Also in this episode, we have reviews of two movies about movies: the documentaries "Megadoc" (about Francis Ford Coppola's "Megalopolis") and "Chain Reactions" (about Tobe Hooper's "The Texas Chain Saw Massacre"). We catch up with the charming indie rom-com "The Baltimorons," about an unlikely relationship that develops on Christmas Eve. And we spend some time remembering Robert Redford, who died this week at his Utah home at 89. Words like "legend" and "icon" don't feel like enough in describing Redford's life and career. He was THE movie star. We'll honor him with our Off the Menu poll on our Patreon next month, so keep an eye out for that. Thanks for being here! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter so you don't miss a thing! https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Sep 13

We're here to provide a little distraction -- and a positive online community during these weird times -- with the latest episode of our Breakfast All Day podcast. Our first movie isn't exactly escapist fun, though: "The Long Walk," which is one of the better Stephen King adaptations. It's beautifully written and acted but also harrowing to watch, especially now. This may not be the best week to see people getting shot in the head, but this movie is really good otherwise. In theaters. Next up, it's "Spinal Tap II: The End Continues," the painfully unfunny sequel to the 1984 comedy classic "This Is Spinal Tap." It would be impossible to match the brilliance of a movie that invented an entire genre, but this one really doesn't. Rob Reiner, Michael McKean, Christopher Guest and Harry Shearer are all back, along with some major celebrity cameos. In theaters. If you're looking for elegant pleasures, we have "Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale." Everyone's lives are in flux in 1930s England, but they look great doing it. And despite their financial woes, they find time to get gussied up for the horse races at Ascot. This tidies up all the stories in satisfying fashion. In theaters. Finally, a lengthy Movie News LIVE!: Early reactions to "One Battle After Another," Emmy Awards on Sunday, "Big Little Lies" season 3 and much more. We tried to keep the politics to a minimum but dipped into some entertainment-adjacent items toward the end. Join us every Friday at Noon Pacific. Thanks for all you do for our community! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/ Come hang out with us before a showing of "One Battle After Another"! We'll be at CinemaWest Beach Cities before the 6pm show on Friday, Sept. 26. Meet us in the lobby bar at 530pm before seeing the movie on their giant screen. Details and tickets here: https://web.cinemawest.com/films/One-Battle-After-Another/HO00000209 Come see Alonso and Dave at 29 Queer Film Festival in Twentynine Palms, CA! They'll be introducing a 30th anniversary screening of "Showgirls" on Saturday, Sept. 20 at 10:30pm. Tickets available here: https://www.29qff.com/

Sep 9

It's Arthouse Tuesday! Our favorite day of the week. (Although Fridays are pretty cool, too.) Here's what we have for you on this quick, mid-week pop-in: "The History of Sound," a queer romance set during World War I. Paul Mescal and Josh O'Connor co-star as students at a Boston music conservatory who travel New England recording folk songs and falling in love. It's in theaters this weekend, so this is an early review. "Twinless." which we try very hard not to spoil. Writer/director/co-star James Sweeney and Dylan O'Brien play strangers who meet at a support group for twins who've lost a sibling. The less you know about this movie, the better, but trust us when we say that you should see it. Keep an eye (and an ear) out for Friday's episode, when we'll talk about "The Long Walk," "Spinal Tap II: The End Continues," and "Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale." Plus Movie News LIVE! See you then. Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Sep 6

September's going to be a busy month, we can tell already. We took a week off at the end of the summer but we're coming in hot to start the fall here at Breakfast All Day. Supposedly "The Conjuring: Last Rites" is the final film in the franchise -- it says so right there in the title! -- but nothing ever really ends. This is once again the scariest case Ed and Lorraine Warren have ever taken, something to do with a haunted mirror. You've seen it all before, but Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga are committed to the bit as always. In theaters. Then we review both Spike Lee's "Highest 2 Lowest" and Akira Kurosawa's "High and Low," the 1963 film that inspired it. The new one stars Denzel Washington as a music industry titan fighting a kidnapping scheme; Toshiro Mifune played a shoe company executive in the original. They have similar bones but are extremely different in how they tell their stories. The Kurosawa film is one of his greats, and Lee's latest is his most purely entertaining movie in a while. (At least one of us thought so.) You can catch "Highest 2 Lowest" on Apple TV+, while "High and Low" is on HBO Max and The Criterion Channel. Finally, we did a lengthy Movie News LIVE! Lots to talk about with fall festival season beginning, plus new trailers including "28 Years Later: The Bone Temple," and the gross use of AI to complete Orson Welles' "The Magnificent Ambersons." Join us every Friday at Noon Pacific at our YouTube channel. Thanks for being here! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Sep 3

We're back from the Labor Day holiday and ready to take on the fall movie season here at Breakfast All Day. But first, we're playing a little catch-up with some end-of-summer movies you should know about. First, it's "Caught Stealing," the latest from Darren Aronofsky ("Black Swan," "Requiem for a Dream," "mother!") and perhaps his most accessible film yet. Austin Butler stars as a bartender who gets caught up in in a criminal scheme in late-'90s New York. It's a lark with a dark heart. Zoë Kravitz, Matt Smith, Vincent D'Onofrio and Liev Schreiber co-star. In theaters. Next up is another star-studded movie, "The Roses." You may remember this when it came out in 1989 and was called "The War of the Roses" starring Kathleen Turner and Michael Douglas. This time, Olivia Colman and Benedict Cumberbatch play a wealthy and successful couple whose marriage is about to collapse under the weight of their ambition and resentment. Andy Samberg, Kate McKinnon and Allison Janney co-star. In theaters. Finally, you should definitely check out "Lurker," an indie thriller that expertly explores modern celebrity. Alex Russell ("The Bear," "Beef") makes his writing-directing debut with this story of an up-and-coming pop star (Archie Madekwe) and the canny fan (Théodore Pellerin) who insinuates himself into his inner circle. Lots of twists and deeply uncomfortable moments. In theaters. Save up to 30% on select skillets and dual-handle items all September long with Lodge Cast Iron! Stock up on pieces you'll use to cook delicious, hearty meals throughout the fall and winter: https://lodgecastiron.pxf.io/c/3656599/3247092/23521 (Some links are affiliate links which means if you purchase something, we may receive a small commission at no additional cost to you.)

Aug 23

Take us with you for one last beach trip before summer ends here at Breakfast All Day. It's sort of an Arthouse Tuesday on a Friday with the mix of movie reviews we have for you. We begin with "Honey Don't," Ethan Coen's second solo outing without brother Joel. We both love the Coens, but we don't really agree on this. Margaret Qualley stars as a lesbian private eye investigating a suspicious car accident in Bakersfield, California. Aubrey Plaza, Chris Evans and Charlie Day co-star. In theaters. Next is "Splitsville," which we both loved. It's an indie rom-com focusing on two married couples and their twisted, intertwined lives. The understated meanness is delightful, but there's a vulnerability underneath. Dakota Johnson, Adria Arjona, Michael Angelo Covino and Kyle Marvin star. Covino directed from a script he and Marvin co-wrote. In theaters. Then we turn to the Devo documentary, titled appropriately, "Devo." If you love the '80s new wave band, you'll appreciate this breezy but super informative look at how they came together and created their signature look and sound. Plus the music is so great: Both of us feel lucky to have seen Devo in concert, and you should definitely check them out live if you can. Streaming on Netflix. Finally, it was a lengthy Movie News LIVE!, as we discussed the dismaying state of film journalism. Plus: sing-along "KPop Demon Hunters," Guillermo del Toro's "Frankenstein," and we remember the legendary Terence Stamp, who died this week at 87. Thanks for joining us. * Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Aug 16

Eventually, we'll get "Golden" and "Soda Pop" out of our heads. But for now, we're giving into the insanely catchy delights of "KPop Demon Hunters" on Breakfast All Day. The animated Netflix phenomenon is coming to select theaters for one weekend only, Aug. 23-24, for sing-along showings. Find out here if it's playing near you . Until then, you can catch it streaming and catch up with our catch-up review. We also review "Nobody 2," the sequel to the 2021 action comedy "Nobody." Bob Odenkirk returns with his particular set of skills, but all he wants to do is enjoy a quiet vacation with his family. In theaters. We did Movie News LIVE! for a second week in a row. Lots to discuss as always, including the trailer for "Marty Supreme," Park Chan-wook, Tom Cruise and more. Join us on Fridays at Noon Pacific. And finally, it's our "Weapons" LIVE spoiler chat. We're placing this at the end in case you haven't seen the movie yet and don't want to hear us get into it. And we do get into it. Thanks for being here! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Aug 9

A wide range of reviews, plus we're delighted to be back with movie news, on this week's Breakfast All Day podcast. We begin with a movie that we know so many of you are excited about: "Weapons," writer-director Zach Cregger's follow-up to "Barbarian" from 2022. This is a spoiler-free review, because one of the best parts of "Weapons" is not knowing anything about "Weapons." Just trust us when we tell you it's nuts, and you should see it. We'll have a LIVE spoiler chat at our YouTube channel at Noon Pacific time on Tuesday, Aug. 12, so come back then and we'll get into it. In theaters. Next up is a movie the whole family can see and enjoy: "Freakier Friday," which comes 22 years after "Freaky Friday," which was itself a remake of the 1976 Disney favorite. Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis are back for more body-swap shenanigans. We laughed a lot more than we expected. The pacing is lively and the cast is game. In theaters. Then we catch up with the documentary "Billy Joel: And So It Goes," which we missed when it came out because we were both traveling. This is a two-part, five-hour exploration of this enduring musical artist, and it will make you appreciate Joel's songs on a deeper level. So many hits, and the stories behind them are fascinating. Streaming on HBO Max. Finally, it's our first Movie News LIVE! in a long time. Lots to talk about, including "The Wizard of Oz" at Sphere in Las Vegas, "Hamilton" playing in theaters, Dean Cain trying to be an ICE agent and more. We promise to be more consistent with these now that we're both back in town. Thanks to everyone who joined us! * Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Aug 1

It's an eclectic week around here at Breakfast All Day with comedies old and new, a little body horror, and a good friend stopping by to share his insights. We begin with "The Naked Gun," a reboot of the classic comedy franchise, based on the brilliantly zany "Police Squad!" series. Liam Neeson stars as the bumbling Lt. Frank Drebin Jr., opposite femme fatale Pamela Anderson. We laughed a lot, and it's only 85 minutes long. In theaters. Next, Tim Grierson steps in to help Christy with a review of "Together." Real-life husband and wife Dave Franco and Alison Brie play a longtime couple exploring their co-dependency when they move to the country. In theaters. Finally, with "Happy Gilmore 2" now streaming on Netflix, we reviewed that AND watched the original "Happy Gilmore" from 1996. Somehow, neither of us had seen this essential Adam Sandler comedy. So you get back-to-back reviews of both movies in the second half of the episode. We promise to return to Movie News LIVE! next Friday. It's been a busy few weeks with travel and deadlines, and we appreciate you being here with us as we're scattered about during the summer. Thanks for listening. Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Jul 24

Just a quick pop-in during summer vacation here at Breakfast All Day. But we couldn't leave you hanging without a review of "The Fantastic Four: First Steps." Christy saw it in Boston, Alonso saw it in Los Angeles, and while there isn't a nation-sized gap in their opinions, they also don't agree on how well it works. The latest blockbuster in the Marvel Cinematic Universe stars Pedro Pescal, Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn and Ebon Moss-Bachrach. Matt Shakman ("WandaVision") directs. It's in theaters this weekend. Will you see it? And for our Patreon subscribers , we wrapped up "Poker Face" season 2, and continued with recaps of "The Bear" and "The Gilded Age." If you're a member of Lunch Date, make sure you join us for our monthly online meet-up, which will be Monday, June 28 at Noon Pacific. More details are available at the Membership tab. Thanks for sharing some of your summer with us! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Jul 18

We're both out of town but never far away from you at Breakfast All Day. This week, we begin with a review of Ari Aster's latest, "Eddington," which takes us back to the tumultuous summer of 2020 between the pandemic and the Black Lives Matter protests. Aster follows up 2023's "Beau Is Afraid" with another nightmarish exploration of our current times, placing Joaquin Phoenix at the center once again. This one was designed to be divisive. In theaters now. Then for something a little sweeter, it was Alonso's turn to pick a movie he loved from childhood for the latest round of our favorite game: Was It Great or Were You 8? This time, he chose the 1976 Disney live-action comedy "No Deposit, No Return," starring Don Knotts, David Niven and a pre-Real Housewives Kim Richards. Christy had never even heard of this movie. Have you seen it? Finally, we did a LIVE spoiler chat about "Superman," now that the movie has been out for a week. We had a great turnout, especially given that it's a summer Friday. Apologies in advance for the audio issues toward the end: We both froze and couldn't hear each other, so we wrapped up quickly. Keep an eye out for our review of "The Fantastic Four: First Steps" early next week. Thanks for sharing some of your time with us! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter! https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Jul 9

Just one review for you on the latest episode of Breakfast All Day, but it's a biggie -- probably THE biggest movie of the summer. We couldn't wait to talk about "Superman," writer-director James Gunn's wildly entertaining take on the iconic comic book hero. David Corenswet is a perfect Man of Steel, and he has terrific chemistry with Rachel Brosnahan as a quick-witted Lois Lane. Plus, Krypto is the best good boy. The movie comes out on July 11, and you should definitely see it in IMAX if you have the chance. This is a spoiler-free review, but we're planning on doing a LIVE spoiler chat at some point in the next couple of weeks. We're both in and out of town, but we always love seeing you and hearing your thoughts. Thanks for sharing some of your time with us this summer! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Jul 4

It's an explosive episode of the Breakfast All Day podcast for you on this Fourth of July holiday. We begin with the big movie of the week, "Jurassic World: Rebirth" which aims to reboot the decades-long "Jurassic" franchise. Scarlett Johansson, Mahershala Ali and Jonathan Bailey are all wildly overqualified for running from freakish, mutant dinosaurs. In theaters. Next up is one of the best movies ever made, and that's not hyperbole: Wong Kar Wai's masterpiece "In the Mood for Love" is back in theaters for its 25th anniversary. If you've never seen this gorgeous, achingly romantic movie projected, here's your chance. The impossibly glamorous Maggie Cheung and Tony Leung co-star. Check here to see if it's playing near you: https://inthemoodforlove25.film/ . Then we have another throwback review: "This Is Spinal Tap," which is in theaters for its 41st anniversary. The OG mockumentary about a British rock band on the decline is still hilarious and infinitely quotable all these years later. It's back for a limited run, and you can get tickets here: https://www.fathomentertainment.com/releases/this-is-spinal-tap/ . Finally, we did our version of The New York Times' list of the best films of the century . We each picked 10 favorites from the past 25 years, but came at it from different perspectives with very different results. This was a tough but fun assignment! What would you put on your list? Thanks for being here and enjoy the holiday weekend! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Jun 27

It's the battle of the machines as we reach the halfway point of 2025 here at Breakfast All Day. But we've known for a while that they were going to take over someday, right? We begin with a review of "F1: The Movie," which finds Brad Pitt zooming in to save the day as a washed-up, aging Formula 1 driver. This is one of the most anticipated movies of the summer and a decent reason to enjoy some air conditioning, especially if you see it in IMAX the way it was intended. In theaters now. Then it's "M3GAN 2.0," the follow up to the surprise 2023 hit "M3GAN." The snarky bot is back, and this time she's fighting a droid that's even bigger and more aggressive. We laughed quite a bit, but it's hard to capture that magic a second time. In theaters. Next up is one of the year's best films: "Sorry, Baby," from writer, director and star Eva Victor. It's amazing that this is Victor's feature filmmaking debut, given what a complicated tonal balance they find here. The story of a young college professor whose academic dreams get derailed by trauma is sharp and risky and unexpectedly hilarious: It's confrontational, in an understated way. In limited release now and going wider in upcoming weeks. Finally, we did a lengthy spoiler livestream about "28 Years Later" at our YouTube channel. There's so much we didn't want to give away in our non-spoiler review last week, but we get into it all here. In case you missed our discussion, here it is in audio form. We'd love to hear your thoughts! Thanks for sharing some of your time with us. Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Jun 21

We've got more zombies than you can shake a stick at this week on Breakfast All Day. First off, we review "28 Years Later," the long-awaited reunion of Danny Boyle and Alex Garland in a Britain plagued by rage virus. This is a non-spoiler review, but we're doing a live spoiler chat at our YouTube channel on Wednesday, June 25 at Noon Pacific, so check back with us then and share your thoughts. In theaters now. Then we catch up with the two films that preceded it: "28 Days Later" (2002) and "28 Weeks Later" (2007). We realized in retrospect that you don't need to have seen either of these movies to get into the new one, but we were glad to have the conversations. If you're looking for something a little more lighthearted for the whole family, there's "Elio," the latest animated adventure from Disney Pixar. It's a sweet, gentle film for these stressful times about a misfit kid who dreams of having aliens abduct him. This is minor Pixar, but it's beautiful. In theaters. Finally, we wrap up with a lengthy Movie News LIVE! Among the topics we discuss are the "Jaws" 50th anniversary, the "Brokeback Mountain" 20th anniversary, the trailer for the new Bruce Springsteen biopic "Deliver Me From Nowhere," and Francis Ford Coppola taking "Megalopolis" on the road. Thanks for joining us! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Jun 14

It's a mixed bag of summer movies with a special guest stopping by on the latest episode of Breakfast All Day. We begin with a review of "Materialists," Celine Song's follow-up to her Oscar-nominated 2023 drama "Past Lives." Dakota Johnson plays a New York City matchmaker who must choose between Chris Evans and Pedro Pascal. It's the eternal conundrum. In theaters. Then our good friend William Bibbiani drops in to help out with a review of "How to Train Your Dragon." If you've seen the beloved animated original, you've seen this live-action remake. Mason Thames, Nico Parker and Gerard Butler co-star. In theaters now. And we wrap up with a re-watch of "Rogue One," the 2016 "Star Wars" movie about the mission to steal the Death Star plans. Now that the phenomenal prequel series "Andor" has finished, we wanted to see how this film plays with fresh perspective. Have you seen "Rogue One" lately? Let us know your thoughts. No news this week, but we hope to catch up with you next Friday. Have a great weekend, and if you're going to a No Kings protest on Saturday, stay safe! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Jun 7

School's out for summer, so we've got a jam-packed episode of Breakfast All Day to help you fill those lazy days. This time we review: "Ballerina," the "John Wick" spin-off starring Ana de Armas. It's silly fun. In theaters in wide release. "The Life of Chuck," a feel-good drama that didn't make us feel particularly good. In limited release now, opening wide June 13. "Mountainhead" a deliciously mean satire about tech billionaires from "Succession" creator Jesse Armstrong. Streaming on HBO Max. "Dogma," the 1999 Kevin Smith religious comedy that's back in a 4K restoration on 1,500 screens: https://dogmamovie.com/ Movie News LIVE! Lots to discuss including Pedro Alodovar's Christmas movie, Will Ferrell doing a "Eurovision" Broadway musical and the $80 Galactus popcorn bucket. Thanks as always for sharing some of your time with us! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

May 31

We've got a grab bag of summer movies and a guest star filling in this week on Breakfast All Day. We begin with "The Phoenician Scheme," the latest overstuffed, star-studded extravaganza from Wes Anderson. The ensemble cast this time features some old and new Anderson players: Benicio Del Toro, Michael Cera, Tom Hanks, Bryan Cranston, Jeffrey Wright, Scarlett Johansson, Riz Ahmed, Benedict Cumberbatch and Mia Threapleton, who steals the show. In limited release this weekend, opening nationwide next weekend. Next, Alonso's husband, Dave White, helps out on a review of the A24 horror movie "Bring Her Back." The Philippou brothers follow up their 2022 hit "Talk to Me" with another deeply disturbing film about loss, grief, and a desire to connect supernaturally with the other side. Sally Hawkins stars as the world's worst foster mom. In theaters now. And we wanted to share the audio from our live spoiler chat about "Mission: Impossible -- The Final Reckoning." We has a great turnout earlier this week to dig into all the ways the eighth Ethan Hunt adventure ties into previous installments, as well as who lives and who dies. We love doing these spoiler talks and we'll be sure to plan more as the summer progresses. Thanks for being here! * Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

May 24

It's Friendship Week here at Breakfast All Day. And we've come to cause delightful and adorable chaos over the long holiday. If you're looking for our review of the new "Mission: Impossible," we did that in last week's episode. First, we discuss the new "Lilo & Stitch," which is an awful lot like the old "Lilo & Stitch." Disney is once again redoing their animated favorites as live-action features. We're mixed on it, but families will enjoy it, and the casting is great. In theaters. Then we catch up with the cringe comedy of "Friendship" from A24. Tim Robinson and Paul Rudd co-star as neighbors who become unlikely pals really quickly, then have a really ugly falling out. We don't agree on how well this movie works. It's been playing in limited release but expands nationwide this weekend. Finally, we have our first Movie News LIVE! in a few weeks, now that things are getting back to normal for Christy, health-wide. Lots to talk about including the Cannes Film Festival, Alex Garland's "Elden Ring" movie, Michael Bay's "Skibidi Toilet" movie, trailers for Darren Aronofsky's "Caught Stealing" and "The Bear" S4, Billy Joel's sad medical diagnosis and more. We're hoping to get back to these livestreams more consistently now, so stay tuned. Thanks for sharing some of your time with us! * Christy is loving the latest limited-edition, non-alcoholic brew from Athletic Brewing Co., where she's proud to be an ambassador: Aftershift, which is light-bodied with notes of lime leaf and yuzu. Athletic is donating $50,000 in profits to the Southern Smoke Foundation, which helps restaurant and beverage workers, in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month. Save 20% with code CHRISTYL20. * Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter! https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

May 17

Getting back to normal just in time for the summer movie season to heat up here at Breakfast All Day. Thanks for your patience. We begin with a super-early, spoiler-free review of "Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning," the eighth and supposedly final film in the action franchise. Tom Cruise delivers an even more extreme version of the insane stunts you've come to expect from the series. It's exhausting, and overlong, but fun. In theaters May 23. Next up is "Final Destination Bloodlines," which is also insane, and fun. You don't have to have seen any of the previous five movies to enjoy the elaborate, meticulously paced kills, but there are Easter eggs for the fans. In theaters now. We wrap up with "Hurry Up Tomorrow," starring The Weeknd as a version of himself: a pop star with a self-destructive streak who has an intense, emotional connection with a fan (Jenna Ortega). There's some artistry on display but the movie is mostly cringe. In theaters. And for our Patreon subscribers , we have a lengthy recap of the last three episodes of "Andor," and more. We're gonna miss that show, but we don't have to miss you. Thanks for being here. Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter for extra goodies: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

May 3

Summer's here -- at least at the movie theater -- so we've got a jam-packed episode of Breakfast All Day for you. We begin with the movie that's kicking off blockbuster season: "Thunderbolts*," with an asterisk. It's the latest film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and the best one in a long time. We really enjoyed this. In theaters. Next up is "Another Simple Favor," the sequel to the 2018 comic thriller "A Simple Favor." Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick reunite, and while there's not much spark left, the clothes are still spectacular. Streaming on Prime Video. Then, we honor the beautiful work of the late Halyna Hutchins with a review of "Rust." The cinematographer died in an accidental shooting during production on the Western. Now that the film is out -- and that proceeds are going to Hutchins' family -- we wanted to watch and discuss it. In theaters and on VOD. Finally, we catch up with "Havoc," which has been the No. 1 movie on Netflix for some reason. Tom Hardy plays a detective in a drug war between the city's corrupt mayor and its corrupt police department. From the director of "The Raid" movies. Streaming now. Plus, we did a Movie News LIVE! for the last time before Christy's lumpectomy on Monday. We're not sure what May is going to look like, but we wanted to make sure and say hi to our folks one more time. Among the topics we discussed were Jeremy Renner, "Sgt. Rock," John Mulaney's Netflix show and more. We'll keep you posted on our plans through Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter. Subscribe through the link below Thanks for your support! https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Apr 26

April's gonna April, with a couple of forgettable action flicks we're mixed on as we wait for the summer blockbusters to arrive. We begin with "The Accountant 2," which is the sequel to "The Accountant," and if you forgot that 2016 movie even existed, you're not alone. Ben Affleck is back as a math whiz with a particular set of skills. Jon Bernthal co-stars. In theaters. Then, we catch up with "Drop," which several people asked us to review. It's another twisty, high-concept thriller from "Happy Death Day" director Christopher Landon. Meghann Fahy ("The White Lotus" S2) goes on a first date and starts getting menacing messages on her phone. In theaters. Finally, we're here for you with Movie News LIVE!: Oscar voting changes, the "Heartstopper" movie, the Turner Classic Movie festival and more. We'll try and do this as often as we can over the next couple months on Fridays at Noon Pacific, so keep an eye out and join us. Thanks as always for being here at Breakfast All Day! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Apr 19

It's a massive catch-up episode of the Breakfast All Day podcast. New stuff! Sorta new stuff! And a lengthy movie news segment to cover all the topics we missed during spring break. We begin with a review of the epic "Sinners," one of the year's most anticipated films, which lives up to the hype and more. Ryan Coogler re-teams with his frequent muse, Michael B. Jordan, who plays dual roles as identical twins in 1930s Mississippi. We loved it. In theaters (and see it in IMAX if you can.) Next up is "A Minecraft Movie," which has been out for a couple of weeks but we missed it over vacation. We were surprised how much we enjoyed it (and behaved ourselves during the chicken jockey of it all). In theaters. Next: We review Andrew Ahn's remake of the 1993 Ang Lee arthouse classic "A Wedding Banquet." Bowen Yang, Lily Gladstone and Kelly Marie Tran are among the cast in this romantic comedy about queer couples juggling love and cultural traditions. In theaters. And then, we wanted to include the audio from our "Secret Mall Apartment" review from a couple weeks back. This thoroughly entertaining documentary follows a group of artists who found a hidden spot in the middle of the Providence Place Mall and called it home for several years in the early 2000s. Find out here when it's playing near you: https://secretmallapartment.com/buy-tickets Finally, Movie News LIVE! is back. Lots to discuss, including the new "Fantastic Four" trailer, "The Breakfast Club" reunion, Aimee Lou Wood, Fyre Festival 2 and more. We'll try to be as consistent as possible with news over the busy next couple of months. Thanks for being here! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Apr 4

We couldn't have imagined a more random episode to leave you with before spring break, but hopefully there's a little something for everyone here at Breakfast All Day. We begin with "The Friend," a warm and wise drama about grief, healing, and a 150-pound Great Dane. We don't totally agree on how well this movie works, but the dog is amazing. Starring Naomi Watts, Bill Murray, Carla Gugino and Ann Dowd. In theaters. Next up is the four-part anthology "Freaky Tales," from "Captain Marvel" filmmakers Anna Boden and Ryan Fleck, returning to their indie roots. Pedro Pascal, Ben Mendelsohn, Jay Ellis, Dominique Thorne and Too $hort are among the stars of this intertwined homage to 1987 Oakland. In theaters. Finally, we catch up with "Holland," but you're welcome to avoid it. Nicole Kidman, Matthew Macfadyen and Gael García Bernal star in this overly familiar dark comedy about secrets lurking beneath the pristine veneer of small-town America. Streaming on Prime Video. No news this week because Christy's on vacation. But if you're a member of our Patreon , keep an eye out for our recap of "The White Lotus" season finale on Monday morning. Thanks for being here! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Mar 29

Totally by coincidence, both of our movies this week are about characters who are stuck inside. But we hope you're getting out and about and enjoying the springtime, and that you'll take us with you here at Breakfast All Day. We begin with a review of "The Woman in the Yard," which Universal didn't screen for critics before opening day. The latest Blumhouse horror movie stars the always great Danielle Deadwyler as a widow and mother of two, dealing with a mysterious and menacing ... woman in the yard. In theaters. We also catch up with "Locked," which came out last weekend. Bill Skarsgård finds himself trapped in a fancy SUV when he picks the wrong car to steal from a Vancouver parking lot. Anthony Hopkins is the voice of the car owner who torments him remotely. Also in theaters. And we finally did Movie News LIVE! for the first time in about three weeks. Things have been a little crazy around here. Among the topics we talked about were "No Other Land" director Hamdan Ballal, Sundance leaving Park City, Rachel Zegler, "Avengers: Doomsday" and more. We won't be back for another livestream until April 18 because of spring break, but we look forward to seeing you then, and we're so happy you're here now. Subscribe to Christy's Saturday matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Mar 21

A little birdie told us you were looking for a new episode of our Breakfast All Day podcast, so we whipped one up for you (and whistled a happy tune while we did it). We have a full slate of reviews for you this time. "Snow White" is the big movie of the week: the latest live-action reimagining of a Disney animation classic. Rachel Zegler stars as the O.G. princess, with Gal Gadot playing the Evil Queen. Lots of people are mad at this movie for a variety of ridiculous reasons. If you decide to see it for yourself, let us know what you think. It's in theaters. Also opening this week, finally, is "Magazine Dreams." This is the film that was supposed to cement Jonathan Majors' status as a major talent of our time -- then he was arrested and convicted of assault and harassment. He gives an incredible performance in a film filled with craft, if you can separate the art from the artist, and we don't blame you if you can't. It's tough. In theaters. We also catch up with the indie baseball movie "Eephus," which is a delightfully shaggy hang. Carson Lund fills the screen with eccentric characters and a rich sense of place, inspired by his baseball-obsessed youth in Nashua, NH. We both loved this movie. In limited release; find out here when it's playing near you: https://www.eephusfilm.com/ Finally, we review a movie you probably had no idea existed: "The Alto Knights," starring Robert De Niro in dual roles as New York gangsters Frank Costello and Vito Genovese. Director Barry Levinson goes through the motions in trotting out mob tropes. It's also in theaters, but you can miss this one. Thanks for hanging out with us! * Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Mar 15

It's a Pi Day miracle: We recorded these reviews in the same place at the same time for the first time in a long time. Five years, to be exact. And it was so nice to be together again at Alonso's apartment on this rainy day in LA. We begin with "The Electric State," an empty, ugly, $320 million action extravaganza from longtime MCU directors Anthony and Joe Russo. It's a retro-futuristic, post-apocalyptic story set in the '90s, after humans and robots have gone to war. The ridiculous cast includes Millie Bobby Brown, Chris Pratt, Stanley Tucci, Anthony Mackie, Brian Cox, Jenny Slate, Ke Huy Quan and Woody Harrelson as Mr. Peanut. Yes, you read that right. Streaming now on Netflix. We were also disappointed with "Opus," about a legendary pop star who invites a group of journalists to his remote retreat to listen to his first album in three decades. It's an A24 horror movie, and it feels awfully familiar. It also features an impressive cast including Ayo Edebiri, John Malkovich, Murray Bartlett, Juliette Lewis and Amber Midthunder. In theaters now. And over at our Patreon, we recap the latest episode of "Daredevil: Born Again" on Disney+. Thanks for sharing some of your time with us -- we'll try to do this in person again soon! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Mar 12

This Friday is so jam-packed with new movies that we wanted to review a couple of them early for you here at Breakfast All Day. We begin with the action comedy "Novocaine," starring Jack Quaid as a mild-mannered bank manager who feels no pain. When robbers kidnap the woman he adores (Amber Midthunder), he finds his affliction is actually an asset. One of us liked this movie better than the other. But we both loved "Black Bag," starring Michael Fassbender and Cate Blanchett as British spies who love each other but don't totally trust each other. This is the second film this year from director Steven Soderbergh and writer David Koepp, following "Presence" in January. It's sleek, sexy and stylish. This is a spoiler-free review. Join us Friday for reviews of "The Electric State" on Netflix and the indie drama "Opus." We look forward to seeing you then. Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Mar 8

If you thought one Robert Pattinson was good, wait 'til you see two of them in "Mickey 17." We couldn't wait to review the latest sci-fi/satire extravaganza from the great South Korean auteur Bong Joon Ho, his first film since the historic Oscar wins of his 2019 masterpiece, "Parasite." But while we both enjoyed Pattinson's dual performances, we're split on how effective "Mickey 17" is as a whole. Co-starring Steven Yeun, Naomi Ackie, Mark Ruffalo and Toni Collette. In theaters now. Then we had a lot to talk about during our regular Friday Movie News LIVE!: Oscar follow-ups, the start of South by Southwest, John Mulaney's "Everybody's Live" on Netlix and more. Join us for these weekly livestreams every Friday at Noon Pacific. And over at our Patreon , we've started recapping "Daredevil: Born Again" on Disney+. Plus we're in the middle of "The White Lotus" season 3 and we have "The Last of Us," "Andor" and "The Handmaid's Tale" coming. Now is a great time to join us! Thanks for being here. Irish Red is here from Athletic Brewing Co! A delicious and refreshing non-alcoholic red with notes of caramel and stone fruit, perfect for enjoying on St. Patrick's Day (without the hangover the day after). Take 20% off your order with Christy's Athletic ambassador link and code CHRISTYL20: https://rstr.co/athleticbrewing/1004 Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Mar 3

Oscar Night was so much fun that we couldn't wait to wake up and talk about everything that happened. In case you missed our reaction livestream on our YouTube channel , here it is for your listening enjoyment. "Anora" was the big winner of the night with five Academy Awards, and Sean Baker made history for winning four of them for the same film: best picture, director, screenplay and editing. Plus Mikey Madison was (sort of) the surprise winner in the best actress category for her star-making turn in the title role. We didn't do too well in terms of our predictions, but it was fun being wrong. What did you think of the show, the dresses, Conan? Let us know, and thanks for being with us all awards season long. Get More With Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Feb 28

A quick, mixed bag, and it's coming at you on a Thursday for a change, in our latest episode of Breakfast All Day. We begin with a tribute to Gene Hackman, the legendary actor who was discovered dead in his Santa Fe, N.M., home this week. The two-time Oscar winner was 95 years old. His wife and one of his dogs had died, as well, and authorities are investigating. But we wanted to remember his long and varied career, and we'll honor Hackman further with our March Off the Menu poll, so keep an eye out for that. Also, we catch up with "Grand Theft Hamlet," a totally original documentary about a couple of actors who staged a production of "Hamlet" entirely within the video game Grand Theft Auto Online. It's hilarious but also surprisingly poignant. Streaming now on Mubi. We're posting a day early because we're taking part in the Feb. 28 Economic Blackout. This is a movement that's encouraging people to avoid spending money with big stores and companies on Friday. We're taking it a step further and avoiding sharing content online, including our usual Friday Movie News LIVE! But! Join us on Sunday night for our 2025 Oscar Watch Party. We'll be at our YouTube channel starting at 3:30pm Pacific time, and we'll hang out for the whole show. We look forward to chatting with you about the winners, the speeches, the dresses, and the jokes from host Conan O'Brien. Make sure you hit the Notify Me button so you don't miss a thing: https://youtube.com/live/u1mAAEsjupU?feature=share Also that night, we're teaming up again with our friends at Super Streaming for a fun interactive experience. Movie trivia, predictions, and discounted Table for Ones. Click here to play along!: https://s2links.gg/OscarsWatchParty

Feb 25

The 2025 Academy Awards are in just a few days, so it's time for our annual predictions livestream. The great Glenn Whipp, awards expert for the Los Angeles Times, stopped by again this year to share his wit and wisdom. In case you missed us at our YouTube channel, here's our discussion in audio form for you to enjoy on the go. Make sure to check in with us on Oscar night when we'll go LIVE for the entirety of the show. We'll be at our YouTube channel starting at 3:30pm Pacific on Sunday, March 2. Link is below, and make sure you hit the Notify Me button so you don't miss a thing. We look forward to seeing you on Hollywood's biggest night! * Breakfast All Day Oscar Watch Party: https://youtube.com/live/u1mAAEsjupU?feature=share * We're teaming up again with our friends at Super Streaming for a fun interactive experience on Oscar Night! Movie trivia, predictions, a live auction and more. Download the desktop extension here and play along: https://s2links.gg/OscarsWatchParty

Feb 22

Wind us up and we talk about movies here at Breakfast All Day. Just a quick visit this Friday, as we're being pulled in various directions during awards season. But we had to review "The Monkey," the insane horror-comedy from writer-director Osgood Perkins. It's about a toy monkey that likes to kill people. You'll laugh, you'll scream. See it in a packed theater if possible. In theaters. Then we have an extra long Movie News LIVE! segment. There's so much to talk about between the state of awards season, Amazon buying the James Bond franchise, "The Last of Us" season 2 and more. Join us here every Friday at Noon Pacific. And make sure you mark your calendar for next Tuesday, Feb. 25 at Noon Pacific, when we'll do our annual Oscar predictions live chat. Our great friend Glenn Whipp, awards expert for the LA Times, will be back to share his insights. Bring your ballot, because we'll go category by category. Win your Oscar pool (or at least sound smart at parties talking about sound design). Thanks for sharing some of your time with us this weekend! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Feb 19

Arthouse Tuesday is also Oscar Tuesday this week, as we catch up with a couple of Academy Award nominees. First, we review "Flow," which is up for best animated feature and best international feature. This delicate, wordless film from Latvian director Gints Zilbalodis follows a cat, a dog and various other creatures as they team up to survive after a catastrophic flood. In theaters and available for rental. Plus, we discuss "September 5," a gripping drama that recounts the hostage crisis that rocked the 1972 Summer Olympics in Munich. It recreates how the ABC Sports team responded to this breaking news with no real blueprint for covering a live terrorist attack. It's been nominated for best original screenplay. Available for rental and on DVD/Blu-ray. Thanks for hanging out with us during this midweek pop-in! And mark your calendar for next Tuesday, Feb. 25 at Noon Pacific, when we'll do our annual Oscar Predictions Livestream at our YouTube channel. Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Feb 14

We're here to serenade you on this Valentine's Day episode of Breakfast All Day with reviews of two new music documentaries. Alonso's not feeling well, so his husband Dave White was lovely enough to share his insights. First, we discuss "Becoming Led Zeppelin," which traces the origins of one of the greatest bands in rock history. It's been playing for the past week in IMAX, and if you can see it that way, it's like being at a concert with that huge screen and incredible sound. Expanding to more theaters nationwide today. We also discuss the latest film from Questlove, "Sly Lives! (aka The Burden of Black Genius)," about Sly Stone of Sly & the Family Stone. The film explores Stone's musical ingenuity as well as his struggles with substance abuse, and features interviews with artists who help put his greatness into perspective. Streaming on Hulu. No movie news today, but check back with us next Friday at Noon Pacific. Have a terrific holiday weekend! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Feb 13

We have early reviews today of a couple big Valentine's Weekend movies: That's how much we love you here at Breakfast All Day. First, the disappointing "Captain America: Brave New World," which looked like it had potential as a suspenseful, '70s-style political thriller. Anthony Mackie is very good as he straps on the shield and steps into Chris Evans' Avengers role, but the movie itself is a mess. In theaters. Then, we were both delighted by "Paddington in Peru," the follow-up to one of Alonso's favorite movies ever, 2017's "Paddington 2." Ben Whishaw returns as the gentle voice of Britain's beloved bear, leading the way through madcap adventures in the Amazonian jungle. Also in theaters. Check back with us on Friday when we'll have reviews of the music documentaries "Becoming Led Zeppelin" and "Sly Lives!" Thanks for being here.

Feb 8

It's an extremely February mix on the latest Breakfast All Day episode, including a terrible Valentine's movie and an excellent Oscar nominee. We begin with "Love Hurts," which we thought had potential because it stars Ke Huy Quan and Ariana DeBose, both recent Academy Award winners. But they have zero chemistry with each other in this action romance. In theaters. Then we review "No Other Land," a documentary from a collective of Palestinian and Israeli filmmakers who captured the Israeli military's occupation of the West Bank's Masefar Yatta. It's up for best documentary feature at the Academy Awards, but it's a miracle that it even exists. In theaters in limited release and expanding to more cities. Finally, we're back with Movie News LIVE!, where we catch up with the state fof awards season between last night's LA Film Critics dinner and all the continuing "Emilia Pérez" madness. Plus: a couple of summer blockbuster trailers are out, and more in the ongoing legal saga between Blake Likely and Justin Baldoni. Join us every Friday at Noon Pacific. Thanks for being here, and Happy Super Bowl to those who celebrate! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/ Try Athletic Brewing Co.'s non-alcoholic Soul Sour! It's a special brew for Black History Month, fruity and flavorful, and proceeds go to a couple of non-profits. Take 20% off with code CHRISTYL20: https://rstr.co/athleticbrewing/1004 (Christy is an Athletic Brewing Co. ambassador.)

Feb 5

This might be the art-housiest Arthouse Tuesday we've ever done, as we catch up with two of the five films nominated for best international feature at this year's Oscars. The first, "I'm Still Here," is also up for the top prize of all, best picture, as well as best actress for Fernanda Torres' beautifully subtle performance. Torres stars in this true story as a wife and mother trying to hold her family together during Brazil's military dictatorship in the early 1970s. Veteran filmmaker Walter Salles directs. It's in theaters now. Then we catch up with "The Seed of the Sacred Fig" from Iranian writer-director Mohammad Rasoulof, who made the film entirely in secret. Rasoulof, who also won best director from the LA Film Critics Association, tells the story of a family that gets caught up in the political turmoil of the recent "Woman Life Freedom" uprising in Tehran. In theaters and streaming. We still have "Flow" to go, and then we'll have reviewed all five films in this category. Keep an eye (and ear) out for our Oscar predictions livestream on Feb. 25. Until then, thanks for listening! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Feb 1

January finally -- mercifully -- has come to an end. And we're here to help you wrap it up with a quick visit on Breakfast All Day. First, we review "You're Cordially Invited," the kind of comedy that used to come out in actual theaters but is now streaming on Prime Video. Reese Witherspoon and Will Ferrell clash in this extremely R-rated wedding comedy. It's getting extremely mixed reviews but we laughed a lot. Then, we have a SPOILER review of the sci-fi thriller "Companion," because we didn't know how to tell you how great it was without getting into all of its twists. So if you'd like to avoid spoilers, you might want to turn off this episode around the 15:09 mark. If not, feel free to listen with reckless abandon. Sophie Thatcher and Jack Quaid play a young couple who travel with some friends to a beautiful house in the woods. Bad things happen. You've been warned! No Movie News LIVE! today because Christy had lunch plans with one of her best friends who was visiting from out of town. But come back and see us next Friday, Feb. 7 at Noon Pacific time. Thanks for being here! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Jan 29

It's a random Arthouse Tuesday here at Breakfast All Day, with reviews of two extremely different films. First, we discuss the documentary "Luther: Never Too Much," about the late, legendary R&B singer Luther Vandross. Director Dawn Porter's film is an appreciative exploration of Vandross' talent, work ethic and attention to detail. Whether you're a huge fan or you don't know much about him, you'll find this entertaining. In theaters this weekend, streaming on OWN starting Feb. 7 and Max starting Feb. 8. Then, we catch up with "The Girl With the Needle," the exquisitely beautiful and harrowing Danish film that's up for the best international feature Oscar. Director and co-writer Magnus von Horn tells the story of a young pregnant woman (Van Carmen Sonne) who seeks help from a charismatic shopkeeper (Trine Dyrholm) in 1919 Copenhagen. Shot in high-contrast black and white, it's gorgeous but grim. It was also on Christy's top-10 list for 2024. In theaters now and streaming on Mubi. Thanks for being here. Come on back Friday for reviews of "Companion" and "You're Cordially Invited." Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Jan 25

For the most part, it's a surprisingly good week for January movies here at Breakfast All Day. We begin with the one that's not so good: "Flight Risk," and even that's not completely terrible. Mark Wahlberg stars as a pilot flying a U.S. Marshal (Michelle Dockery) and a fugitive (Topher Grace) to Anchorage, but the skies aren't so friendly. Mel Gibson directs, which you'd never know from the trailers. In theaters. Then, we loved "Presence," the latest experimental lark from Steven Soderbergh. It's a haunted house movie where the ghost is the camera. Soderbergh makes clever, elegant use of his first-person perspective. In theaters. We also catch up with the comedy "One of Them Days," which is a total delight. Keke Palmer and SZA have terrific chemistry as roommates who must come up with the rent on their run-down Los Angeles apartment by the end of the day, or they'll be evicted. It felt really good to laugh this week. In theaters. Finally, we did our usual Friday Movie News LIVE! We followed up on Oscar nominations, our wildfire fundraiser, Razzie Award nominations and the start of the Sundance Film Festival. No news on Jan. 31, but come back and join us on Feb. 7. Thanks for being here with us! In case you missed our Oscar nominations livestream and would like to donate to our wildfire fundraiser: https://youtube.com/live/TWw_A6LbsVw Our friends at Coffee Bros. have fresh, new roasts from Bolivia, Colombia and India. Now's the time to try something different! Take 15% off your order with our code BREAKFAST15. Shipping is free on orders of at least $50: https://coffeebros.sjv.io/EKRRd9 Some links are affiliate inks which means if you purchase something, we may receive a small commission.

Jan 23

We had an incredible turnout today for our annual Oscar Nominations LIVE Chat! Thanks to all the lovely folks who woke up early with us on Hollywood's biggest morning. "Emilia Pérez" leads all nominees with 13 -- which is historic for a foreign-language film -- followed by "The Brutalist" and "Wicked" with 10 each. We were thrilled by some nominations (Coralie Fargeat in best director for "The Substance") and bummed by the omission of others (Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross in best score for "Challengers"). And we were proud and thrilled to receive such a tremendous outpouring of support for our LA Wildfire fundraiser. All the Super Chat and Super Thanks donations we've gotten will go toward three charities we've selected: the Entertainment Community Fund, Pasadena Humane Society and World Central Kitchen. Just from the stream alone, we raised $936.59, which is way more than we expected, and that number keeps growing as people have added to it in the hours since. So thank you all for your generosity. If you'd like to contribute, the YouTube link is here . Click on the three dots beneath the video, then Thanks. Let us know what your thoughts were on this year's nominations. And keep an eye out for our Oscar Predictions livestream, which will happen a few days before the Academy Awards on March 2.

Jan 18

We've got some mediocre January movies and a lengthy news segment to keep you company on the latest episode of Breakfast All Day. First, we review "Wolf Man," director Leigh Whannell's take on the classic creature feature. Christopher Abbott stars as a husband and father who takes his family back to his childhood home in the Oregon woods. Bad things happen. Julia Garner and Matilda Firth co-star. In theaters. Then, Cameron Diaz and Jamie Foxx re-team for the generic comedy "Back in Action." Diaz (in her first movie in a decade) and Foxx play ex-spies in suburbia who get dragged back in the fray when their cover is blown. Their shocked kids must go along for the adventure, too. Ironic needle drops and bad special effects ensue. Streaming now on Netflix. Finally, it's a jam-packed Movie News LIVE! We talk about the state of the LA Wildfires, awards season, and how they'll affect each other in the weeks to come. Plus we try to untangle the whole Justin Baldoni/Blake Lively "It Ends With Us" fiasco, which has ended with them suing each other. And of course, we remember the singular David Lynch, who died this week at 78. Thanks for being with us during this busy, difficult time. And make sure to join us at our YouTube channel on Thursday, Jan. 23 at 8am Pacific for our Oscar Nominations livestream, which will be a fundraiser for wildfire relief efforts. More details here: https://youtu.be/HtrCi1nL4QU Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Jan 11

It's been a devastating week here in Southern California, with historic, deadly wildfires destroying thousands of homes. We've never seen anything like it. But we also wanted to show up for you, be consistent, and maybe provide some comfort for a little while. So if you're in need of that, we're here for you at Breakfast All Day. We have a couple of movie reviews , starting with "Better Man," an unconventional music biopic in which British pop superstar Robbie Williams appears as a chimp. Yes, you read that right. And it works surprisingly well. In theaters now. Then we discuss "Hard Truths," the latest from writer-director Mike Leigh. Marianne Jean-Baptiste gives a shattering performance as a middle-aged wife and mother who's miserable, and insists on making everyone around her miserable, as well. Jean-Baptiste has been and will continue to be in the awards conversation. In theaters now in limited release before opening wider on Jan. 17. Then we did our first Movie News LIVE! of the new year. We wanted to give folks a chance to sit and chat with us, and to let everyone know that we're OK. We talked about the fires, how they're affecting this city and the entertainment industry, and what the reverberations might be over the months and years to come. Please stay safe, and thanks for sharing a few moments with us during these unprecedented times. Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter for more: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Jan 8

Sometimes movies are great! Sometimes they're not! We celebrate all of the highs and lows in our annual discussion of the best and worst movies. We had a lot to choose from on both ends of the spectrum, with only a little overlap and lots of surprises from both of us. What was your favorite movie of 2024? What's the worst thing you saw? Let us know. And thanks for getting us past the 1 million download mark. We love doing our Breakfast All Day podcast and we're honored to have you listen, whether you've been with us since the beginning or this is your first episode. Here's to 1 million more! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Jan 7

We're kicking off 2025 with a Golden Globes livestream! We got together with hundreds of our fabulous friends on YouTube to discuss the winners, the speeches, Nikki Glaser's performance as host and the many surprises the night had in store. "Emilia Pérez," "The Brutalist" and "Shōgun" were among the big winners on Sunday night. In case you missed our live chat, here it is in audio form for your enjoyment. What did you think of the Golden Globes? Let us know, and mark your calendar for our LIVE Oscar nominations chat on Friday, Jan. 17 at 9am Pacific time. We always enjoy seeing you and hearing your thoughts! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Dec 24, 2024

It's our last episode of 2024! If you're out and about running those final few errands and buying last-minute gifts, we'd be delighted to keep you company with some movie reviews here at Breakfast All Day. First, we catch up with "Carry-On," a lean, mean thriller from Spanish action director Jaume Collet-Serra ("Unknown, "Orphan," "The Shallows"). Taron Eegrton stars as a TSA agent stuck working at LAX on Christmas Eve. Jason Bateman is the menacing voice on an earpiece who makes him put a suspicious suitcase through security -- or else. Hopefuly your travels are less hectic. Streaming now on Netflix. Then, we review the latest from another Spanish director, the legendary Pedro Almodóvar. "The Room Next Door" is his first English-language feature. Julianne Moore and Tilda Swinton star as old friends who reconnect after many years. When Swinton's character asks Moore's character for a major favor, it tests their bond. In theaters now in limited release, going wider in upcoming weeks. Thank you so much for being a part of things here all year long. We're about to hit 1 million downloads, and we deeply appreciate having you spend some time with us. Keep an eye (and an ear) out for our top 10 lists at the start of January. Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Happy New Year, and we can't wait to see you in 2025. Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Dec 21, 2024

It's Arthouse Tuesday on a Friday here at Breakfast All Day, as we review a couple of major awards contenders. First, we rave about "The Brutalist," which will end up on both of our year-end top-10 lists. Brady Corbet's epic is a stunning achivement (and a lengthy one at 3 1/2 hours, including an intermission). Adrien Brody stars as a visionary architect who travels to the United States after World War II, seeking artistic freedom and success. Guy Pearce, Felicity Jones, Joe Alwyn and Alessandro Nivola co-star. See it in 70mm if you can. In theaters now. Then, we catch up with the formally daring "Nickel Boys." RaMell Ross' film, based on Colson Whitehead's Pulitzer prize-winning novel, tells the story of two young black men who become friends at a reform school in 1960s Florida. Our fellow critics adore this movie, but we found its first-person perspective distancing (and, for Christy at least, headache-inducing). In limited release now and expanding to more cities in upcoming weeks. Finally, we did our last Movie News LIVE! of 2024 on Friday. Lots to talk about including the teaser for James Gunn's "Superman," Oscar shortlists, "Mufasa" vs. "Sonic 3" at the box office this weekend and more. If you've been able to join us at all this year for our livestreams, thank you for taking some time out of the middle of your day, wherever you are in the world! We'll squeeze in one more podcast episode for you early next week before Christmas and New Year's. 'Til then, thanks for joining us and hope you're enjoying the holiday season! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Dec 18, 2024

We're here to stuff your stocking (and stock your stuffing) with a lengthy, mid-week episode of Breakfast All Day. First, we review "Mufasa: The Lion King," a live-action prequel that traces the origin of the leader of the Pride Lands. Academy Award winner Barry Jenkins ("Moonlight") directs, and while we're looking all over for his artistic stamp, we're sadly not finding it. In theaters this weekend. Then, our great friend Tim Grierson helps out with an early review of "A Complete Unknown," James Mangold's Bob Dylan biopic. Timothée Chalamet is tremendous as the iconic folk singer, and he'll surely be in the conversation for the best-actor Oscar. In theaters Christmas Day. And speaking of the holiday, we wanted to share the audio from our annual Christmas Movie Livestream with the expert himself. This is always a great time, and Alonso loves answering your questions and hearing your thoughts about his favorite topic. Thanks to all the lovely folks who joined us live. Keep an eye (and an ear) out as we wrap up the year in the upcoming days. Thanks for sharing some of your time with us during this busy season! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Dec 13, 2024

We've got awards contenders and awful comic book movies and everything in between this week on Breakfast All Day. First, we have an early review of "Babygirl," which is one of Alonso's favorite movies of the year. Nicole Kidman stars as a high-powered CEO who falls into a torrid affair with her much younger intern, played by a seductive Harris Dickinson. It opens Christmas Day. Next, our great friend Tim Grierson was kind enough to step in for a review of "Kraven the Hunter" while Alonso is out of town. An incredible cast including Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Russell Crowe, Ariana DeBose, Alessandro Nivola and Christopher Abbott goes to waste in this extremely silly thriller. Supposedly this is the end of the Sony Spider-Man Universe, and if it's not, it should be. In theaters now. Finally, we catch up with "The Order," based on the true story of a group of white supremacists who robbed banks to fuel their militia in the 1980s Pacific Northwest. Jude Law and Nicholas Hoult star. One of us thinks this movie is good. It's in theaters now. No Movie News LIVE! this week, but check back with us next Friday. Thanks for being here! * Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Dec 7, 2024

Awards season is here and we're here for it on Breakfast All Day. First, we review "Nightbitch," starring Amy Adams as a stay-at-home mom who escapes the doldrums of her daily routine by turning into a dog and rampaging through the neighborhood. We have very different opinions on the latest film from Marielle Heller. In theaters now. Then, we discuss "Y2K," a comedy/disaster movie set on the eve of the millennium. A bunch of teenagers try to survive when the machines rise up and wreak havoc. Kyle Mooney's film is based on an idea that wears thin pretty quickly. In theaters now. Finally, during our usual Friday livestream, we talked about all the awards season developments that occurred over the past week: Spirit Award nominations, Gothams, NY Film Critics Circle and more. It's gonna be a wild one! We won't be going live next Friday because Alonso is traveling, but keep an eye (and an ear) out for details on our annual Christmas Movie Livestream on Dec. 17. Thanks for sharing some of your time with us during these busy days! * The Holiday Blend is here from Coffee Bros.! We love all of their roasts, but this is one of their very best. It always sells out, so grab some now. Take 20% off orders of at least $100 until Dec. 21 and 15% off anytime with our code BREAKFAST15: https://coffeebros.sjv.io/EKRRd9 (Some links are affiliate links which means if you purchase something, we may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you.)

Dec 4, 2024

It's an extreme Arthouse Tuesday here at Breakfast All Day. First, we have a super-early review of "Nosferatu," Robert Eggers' exceptionally crafted retelling of the classic vampire story. Lily-Rose Depp, Nicholas Hoult, Willem Dafoe and Bill Skarsgard co-star. It comes out Christmas Day, but we couldn't wait to talk about it, so we're reviewing it now. Next is "The End," Joshua Oppenheimer's ambitious drama about a family living in an elaborate underground bunker after an environmental disaster. Did we mention it's a musical? Tilda Swinton, Michael Shannon, George MacKay and Moses Ingram co-star. In limited release this weekend. Finally, a palate cleanser: Our review of "Yacht Rock: A Dockumentary." The film takes an appreciative, nostalgic look at soft rock stars of the '70s like Michael McDonald, Kenny Loggins and Christopher Cross, and how they've shaped pop culture decades later. This is the music of our childhood, so we loved this. Streaming now on Max. We'll back back on Friday with "Nightbitch," "Y2K" and Movie News LIVE!, so come on back then. Thanks for being here! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee Newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Nov 29, 2024

Just a quick Black Friday pop-in here at Breakfast All Day to provide you with some entertainment while you're out hunting for savings. First, we review "Queer," starring Daniel Craig as a gay man looking for love, inspiration and his next drug hit in 1950s Mexico City. Craig is marvelously funny and vulnerable here in the second movie of the year from the great Luca Guadagnino, following "Challengers." Drew Starkey and Jason Schwartzman co-star. In theaters now in limited release. Then, of course we had to talk about the holiday comedy "Nutcrackers" from director David Gordon Green in a return to his indie roots. Ben Stiller stars as a big-city executive who travels to small-town Ohio to care for his rambunctious nephews, who've recently been orphaned. We're mixed on how well this works, but we're both glad to see Green taking a break from ruining iconic horror franchises. Streaming now on Hulu. Have a great rest of your holiday weekend, and thanks for sharing some of it with us. We'll see you in December! Coffee Bros. has incredible Black Friday deals going on now through Dec. 2. Take 25% off orders of at least $100, 20% off orders of at least $50, and 15% off orders up to $50. Stock up on the Holiday Blend and gift sets and save! https://coffeebros.sjv.io/EKRRd9 (Some links are affiliate links which means if you purchase something, we may receive a small commission.)

Nov 27, 2024

It's our 500th episode! And this brief, mid-week pop-in is a great example of the wide range of films we like to cover here at Breakfast All Day. First, we review "Moana 2," the sequel to the 2016 Disney Animation hit. Auli'i Cravalho and Dwayne Johnson return for more ocean adventures and more monstrous foes. It's gorgeous, but the songs aren't nearly as good as they were in the original "Moana" without Lin-Manuel Miranda's touch. In theaters. Then we discuss "Maria," starring Angelina Jolie as legendary opera singer Maria Callas. Chilean director Pablo Larraín once again imagines what the inner life of this cultural icon might have been like, as he did with "Jackie" and "Spencer." This is also a gorgeous film, and Jolie is tremendous in it. In theaters now in limited release, streaming on Netflix starting Dec. 11. During this week of gratitude, we're especially thankful to you for being with us here, whether this is your 500th episode or your first. Thank you for sharing your time and your support. Let's keep it going! Have a great Thanksgiving, and we'll see you back here on Friday. Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Nov 23, 2024

We've already reviewed the two big movies of the week -- "Wicked" and "Gladiator II" -- so we turned to a couple of new movies streaming on Netflix on the latest episode of Breakfast All Day. The first is "Spellbound," an animated, musical fairy tale starring Rachel Zegler as a teenage princess trying to save her parents, the king and queen, who've been turned into monsters. It's colorful and vibrant but unoriginal, and the songs from the legendary composer Alan Menken are just so-so. Nicole Kidman, Javier Bardem, John Lithgow and Nathan Lane are among the star-studded supporting cast. A better choice on Netflix is "The Piano Lesson," based on the Pulitzer prize-winning August Wilson play. John David Washington, Danielle Deadwyler, Samuel L. Jackson, Corey Hawkins and Ray Fisher star in this story about an African-American family debating what to do with a piano that's an important heirloom. And in our movie news livestream, we discussed the week's major releases, Sebastian Stan, Jussie Smollett, and our dear friend Amy Nicholson being named the LA Times' new film critic. So well deserved! We won't be going live the Friday after Thanksgiving, but check back with us at our YouTube channel at Noon Pacific time on Dec. 6. Next week is our 500th episode, and we're excited to celebrate! Have a delicious and restful Thanksgiving, and we'll see you back here soon. Our friends at Coffee Bros. have an incredible Black Friday deal going: Take 25% off orders of at least $100, 20% off orders of at least $50, and 15% off orders of under $50. They have lots of great gift box varieties, and their Holiday Blend is always a favorite this time of year: https://coffeebros.sjv.io/EKRRd9 (Some links are affiliate links which means if you purchase something, we may receive a small commission.)

Nov 20, 2024

It's Blockbuster Tuesday for a change, with just an aroma of the arthouse on this midweek edition of Breakfast All Day. First, we have an early, spoiler-free review of "Wicked," the much-anticipated film version of the beloved Broadway musical. It doesn't come out until this weekend but we wanted to talk about Jon M. Chu's film as soon as we could. Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande star in this prequel to "The Wizard of Oz," which is 2 hours and 40 minutes long -- and it's only part one! Part two comes out next November, so we'll be back for that, too. Then, we review "Bird," the kind of auteur-driven indie you're used to hearing about from us on Tuesdays. Andrea Arnold's film follows a 12-year-old girl who lives with her drug addict father (Barry Keoghan) but goes on an adventure with a kind, mysterious stranger (Franz Rogowski). Either you'll go with the magical realism turn it takes or you won't. In theaters now in limited release. Finally, in anticipation of the sequel this weekend, we revisit the OG "Gladiator" from 2000. Ridley Scott's film won five Academy Awards including best picture and best actor for Russell Crowe. Alonso didn't love it back then, so we wanted to rewatch it now to see what we think. What are yor thoughts on "Gladiator"? Let us know! And check out our "Gladiator II" review here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/gladiator-ii-no-115786961 And for our Patreon subscribers, we've started recapping "Dune: Prophecy." The HBO series takes place some 10,000 years before the birth of Paul Atreides. You'll need to take notes, because it's a lot. You can always purchase videos like this individually if you're not a member. Find out more here: https://www.patreon.com/c/bfastallday/shop * Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Nov 16, 2024

We never disagree this much, but two new Christmas movies have inspired very different opinions from us on the latest episode of Breakfast All Day. First, we review "Red One," starring Dwayne Johnson and Chris Evans as the only two people on the planet who can save Santa Claus (J.K. Simmons) when he's kidnapped. This is a $250 million blockbuster featuring major, A-list stars, but it's not exactly shaping up to be a huge hit. Do you plan on seeing it? Let us know. It's in theaters now. Then, we review the knowingly absurd Netflix Christmas comedy "Hot Frosty." Dustin Milligan stars as a snowman who comes to life in the form of a hunky handyman when a widow (holiday movie veteran Lacey Chabert) wraps a red scarf around his neck. One of us liked this much more than the other, and it may surprise you. Craig Robinson and Joe Lo Truglio co-star. Streaming now. Finally, in our weekly Movie News LIVE!, we discuss the new "Mission: Impossible" trailer, Conan O'Brien hosting the 2025 Oscars, why we left Twitter, where we were on Y2K and much more. Join us every Friday at Noon Pacific on our YouTube channel. It's always fun! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/ Thinking of starting your own newsletter, or sprucing up the only you already have? Christy loves using beehiiv. Take 20% off your first three months at any level: https://www.beehiiv.com?via=christy-lemire The Holiday Blend from Coffee Bros. is the perfect beverage to enjoy when you're cozy on the couch watching Christmas movies. Take 15% off with our code BREAKFAST15. Shipping is free on orders of $50 or more. Makes a great holiday gift! https://coffeebros.sjv.io/EKRRd9 Some links are affiliate links which means if you purchase something, we may receive a small commission.

Nov 12, 2024

It's your usual Arthouse Tuesday with a massive wallop of a blockbuster at the front end. Like we like to say around here, we do it all at Breakfast All Day. We begin with a super-early review of "Gladiator II," Ridley Scott's follow-up to his 2000 best-picture Oscar winner. Paul Mescal, Pedro Pascal, Denzel Washington, Joseph Quinn, Fred Hechinger and Connie Nielsen star in this sweeping historical epic. This is a spoiler-free review. In theaters Nov. 22. Then it's back to your regular Tuesday programming with a discussion of "Christmas Eve in Miller's Point." Tyler Taormina's film is a shaggy hang that follows a sprawling Italian-American family over Christmas Eve in suburban Long Island. Maria Dizzia, Michael Cera, Matilda Fleming, Francesca Scorsese and Sawyer Spielberg are among the massive ensemble. In theaters in limited release. Finally, another small gem we really enjoyed: "Meanwhile on Earth" from French writer-director Jérémy Clapin, whose 2019 animated feature "I Lost My Body" was nominated for an Academy Award. Megan Northam stars as a young woman mourning the loss of her astronaut brother. But when a mysterious voice comes to her and offers her a bargain, she wonders whether she can bring him back. In theaters in limited release. Come on back Friday when we'll have reviews of "Red One," "Hot Frosty" and "Bird," plus movie news. Have a great week and we'll see you then! * Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Nov 9, 2024

Sometimes we have these little theme weeks totally by accident. This time on Breakfast All Day, we review two indies that contemplate the power of religion in very different ways. First, we discuss "Heretic," a twisty thriller from A24 starring Hugh Grant in a deliciously villainous role. When two young Mormon missionaries knock on his door, hoping to convert him, he ends up giving them a lot to think about instead. Sophie Thatcher and Chloe East co-star. In theaters. Then, we review "Small Things Like These," starring a quietly moving Cillian Murphy as a coal merchant who begins to question what's going on behind the walls of the convent in his small Irish town. Emily Watson is chilling as the fearsome mother superior. In theaters. Finally, because it's Friday, we did our weekly movie news livestream. Among the topics we discussed were the late, legendary Quincy Jones, three new "Star Wars" movies, "Juror #2" and the final season of "Stranger Things." Join us every Friday at Noon Pacific. Now more than ever, we're grateful for the community you're helping us build. It's been a difficult week for a lot of folks, but we're glad to be surrounded by so many thoughtful and kindhearted viewers and listeners. Hope you're taking time for yourself, and we thank you for sharing some of that time here with us. Holiday Blend is back from Coffee Bros.! We love this time of year and we're excited to share it with you. Take 15% off your order with code BREAKFAST15. Shipping is free on orders of $50 or more. Holiday Blend makes a great gift: https://coffeebros.sjv.io/EKRRd9 Some links are affiliate links which means if you purchase something, we may receive a small commission.

Nov 6, 2024

It's Election Day in the United States -- a crazy, stressful day for so many people -- but we wanted to take a moment here at Breakfast All Day to check in, say hello and share a couple of film reviews in case you need a break from thinking about politics. First, we discuss "Emilia Pérez," a Spanish-language musical from French filmmaker Jacques Audiard. It was a major award winner at the Cannes Film Festival this year, and it's France's Oscar entry in the international feature category. But while we admired the extreme ambition on display, as well as the committed performances from Karla Sofía Gascón, Zoe Saldaña and Selena Gomez, we didn't think it totally worked in the execution. Still, we love a big swing around here. In theaters in limited release and streaming on Netflix starting Nov. 13. Then, we have a little something that'll warm your heart: "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever," an old-fashioned holiday comedy that offers faith-based messages in a way that secular audiences can enjoy, as well. It's based on the beloved children's book and stars Judy Greer, Pete Holmes and Lauren Graham. In theaters Friday. Whatever happens this week, we're here for you, and we'll be back on Friday with Movie News LIVE! at Noon Pacific at our YouTube channel . We hope to see you then.

Nov 2, 2024

We begin November with an absolutely packed episode of movie reviews and news here at Breakfast All Day. First, we discuss the worst of this week's new movies: "Here," which reunites the director, writer and stars of "Forrest Gump." The idea behind Robert Zemeckis' film, based on a graphic novel, had potential: The camera doesn't move the whole time as we watch peoples' lives play out over centuries and decades. Among them are Tom Hanks and Robin Wright's characters, stuck as everyone is in the same living room. It's ambitious, but we kinda hated it. In theaters. Next is a movie we loved: "Blitz," from writer-director Steve McQueen ("12 Years a Slave," "Shame," "Small Axe"). Saoirse Ronan and excellent newcomer Elliott Heffernan play a mother and son struggling to get back to each other after being separated during the London Blitz of World War II. You know from the first shot that you're in the hands of a true artist. In theaters now and streaming on Apple TV+ starting Nov. 22 (but you really should see it in a theater if you can). Then, we review "Juror #2," which may be 94-year-old Clint Eastwood's final film as director. He's made a solid, old-fashioned courtroom drama about a juror in a homicide trial (Nicholas Hoult) who realizes he knows more about the case than he'd like to admit. This is an extremely well-made movie for grown-ups, with a strong supporting cast that includes Toni Collette, Chris Messina, J.K. Simmons and Zoey Deutch. In limited release. Finally, we also really loved "A Real Pain," starring Jesse Eisenberg and Kieran Culkin as estranged cousins who travel to their beloved grandmother's homeland of Poland after her death. Both give nuanced performances and Eisenberg, as writer and director, shows a great mastery of tone. In theaters. And if it's Friday, it's time for Movie News LIVE! Among today's topics were Teri Garr, Disney +'s Look Ahead, Timothée Chalamet, Armie Hammer and the trailer for the new "Paddington" movie. Join us for our livestreams every Friday at Noon Pacific. Thanks for being here! * Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Oct 29, 2024

It's Halloween Week, so we've got a combination of serial killers, zombie pirates and frightening '70s and '80s fashion here at Breakfast All Day. First, we catch up with Anna Kendrick's gripping thriller "Woman of the Hour." Kendrick directs for the first time and stars in this drama inspired by serial killer Rodney Alcala's appearance as a contestant on "The Dating Game" in the middle of his 1970s crime spree. It's streaming now on Netflix. Then, we're delighted to share the review we recorded after our first live event: a screening of John Carpenter's 1980 horror classic "The Fog" at The Frida Cinema in Santa Ana. This is part of our Was It Great or Were You 8? series. We had a great crowd over the weekend, and it was so nice to meet so many of our longtime viewers and listeners in person. Thanks to the fine folks at The Frida for hosting us so warmly -- go support your local arthouse theater! (FYI, there are a few little jumps in the recording, so apologies in advance. ) And for our Patreon subscribers , we recap episode 6 of "The Penguin" on HBO. Only two more to go! Thanks for watching along with us, and we'll see you back here on Friday for reviews of "Blitz," "Here," "Juror #2 " and "A Real Pain."

Oct 26, 2024

Such a random mix of movies this week, but there's nowhere we'd rather talk about them than here with you on Breakfast All Day. We begin with "Venom: The Last Dance," the third film in the Spider-Man spin-off franchise and easily the worst. It's fun when Tom Hardy's bickering and bantering with his gooey BFF, but that's about it. In theaters. Then we discuss "Conclave," a star-studded airport novel brought to the big screen. It has the sheen of prestige but it's actually well-crafted trash. Ralph Fiennes and Stanley Tucci lead a strong ensemble cast in this thriller from "All Quiet on the Western Front" director Edward Bergen about the world's cardinals coming together to pick a new pope. In theaters. Finally in movie news, we have lots to catch up on, including "The Brutalist" trailer, "The Substance" being considered in the musical/comedy category at the Golden Globes, the "Beetlejuice Beetlejuice" AirBnB, our favorite political movies and more. And join us this weekend for our in-person screening of John Carpenter's 1980 horror classic "The Fog"! We've been planning this live event for months and we're so excited it's finally here. If you're in Southern California, come to The Frida Cinema in Santa Ana on Sunday, Oct. 27. The movie starts at 2pm Pacific, and then we'll record a podcast review and hang out for a bit afterward. Tickets are available here. Hope to see you!: https://thefridacinema.org/movies/the-fog-presented-by-breakfast-all-day/ Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter! https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/ One of Christy's favorite Coffee Bros. roasts is back in stock, and it's on sale! Take 20% off your order of Kenya Peaberry with code KENYAPB20. Shipping is free on orders of $50 or more: https://coffeebros.sjv.io/EKRRd9

Oct 18, 2024

We're kinda scattered all over the place this week, but we'll always come back to you here at Breakfast All Day. Between Christy's jury duty and travel for both of us, we tried to squeeze in as many reviews as we could. And they're super random! First, our good friend Bibbs returns to help Christy with a review of "Smile 2," the sequel to the 2022 horror hit "Smile." Naomi Scott is tremendous as a pop star possessed by the evil smiley-face spirit, just as she's about to launch a world tour. Not exactly the era you want to revisit. In theaters. Then, Alonso and Christy discuss one of the year's best films, Sean Baker's "Anora," winner of the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival. Mikey Madison gives a star-making performance as the titular stripper, who gets swept up in a whirlwind romance with the impetuous son of a Russian oligarch. We loved it. In limited release now before going wider in November. Finally, we catch up with "Piece by Piece," the LEGO animated documentary about prolific producer/singer/songwriter Pharrell Williams. We loved this one, too. Beyond the impossible cuteness of seeing LEGO Snoop Dogg and Gwen Stefani, we were impressed with the clever details and surprising emotion. In theaters. And for our Patreon friends , we have recaps of "The Penguin" (featuring a knockout Cristin Milioti performance) and episodes 5 and 6 of "Heartstopper" season 3. We'll catch up with "Only Murders in the Building" and "Agatha All Along" when we're both back in town early next week. Thanks for your patience and support! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter for goodies you won't find anywhere else: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/ Join us in person at The Frida Cinema in Santa Ana, where we're hosting a screening of John Carpenter's 1980 horror classic "The Fog." Mark your calendar for Sunday, Oct. 27 at 2pm, then stick around afterward and watch us record a podcast review of the film. Tickets are available here. We hope to see you! https://thefridacinema.org/movies/the-fog-presented-by-breakfast-all-day/

Oct 12, 2024

We're out in the wilderness for our latest episode of Breakfast All Day, so apologies in advance if the sound quality is a little wonky. Christy's wi-fi went out right as we were about to do our weekly livestream, so she dashed over to the library to use theirs. Still, we have lots of goodies for you. First, we review "We Live in Time," a nonlinear A24 weepy starring Florence Pugh and Andrew Garfield. We're mixed on it. It's in limited release now and opening wider Oct. 18. Next, we review "The Apprentice," which follows a young Donald Trump as he falls under the ruthless tutelage of attorney Roy Cohn. Sebastian Stan and Jeremy Strong co-star. In theaters now. Finally, we have a quick news segment, touching on season 2 of "Nobody Wants This" on Netflix, a John Mulaney talk show that's in the works, and more. We promise to be back to normal next week! Thanks for sticking with us. Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/ Help the Grail Moviehouse in Asheville, NC: https://gofund.me/58bad8af

Oct 8, 2024

It's one of our weirder Arthouse Tuesdays here at Breakfast All Day. First, we catch up with "The Outrun," starring a searing Saoirse Ronan as a young woman struggling with alcoholism and searching for her place in the world. It's excellent, and it's playing in theaters now. Then, the great Dave White (Alonso's husband) shares his horror insights in our review of "Terrifier 3." We'd never seen the first two "Terrifier" movies, but we'd heard the buzz about Art the Clown's gory exploits. Plus it's a Christmas movie, so of course we had to check it out. In theaters Oct. 11. This week is a little wacky because Christy has jury duty, but we hope to be back in some form on Friday. Stay tuned, and thanks for sharing some of your time with us! * Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter for more! https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Oct 5, 2024

We're far from the shallow now as we enter fall movie season in earnest here at Breakfast All Day. First, we review the much-anticipated and highly polarizing "Joker: Folie à Deux." Todd Phillips' sequel to his Oscar-winning 2019 drama "Joker" finds Joaquin Phoenix returning to the Batman villain role with Lady Gaga at his side as Harley Quinn. And did we mention that it's a musical? This is a spoiler-free review, but we're hoping to do a live spoiler chat soon, so keep an eye out for details. In theaters. Then, we review "Saturday Night," Jason Reitman's star-studded, high-energy recreation of the first episode of "Saturday Night Live," which aired on Oct. 11, 1975. It's famous people pretending to be other famous people in an engaging cosplay. In limited release now, opening nationwide next Friday. And we're back with Movie News LIVE! Among the topics we discussed today were the "Babygirl" trailer, "The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives," "Magazine Dreams," and what Alonso ate at the Texas State Fair last weekend. We'll keep you posted on whether we'll have a livestream next Friday, since Christy may have jury duty. Fingers crossed! Thanks for being here. Lodge Cast Iron is having a huge sale on their bakeware through Oct. 7! Stock up now to make holiday treats later: lodgecastiron.pxf.io/PyEXqY Some links are affiliate links which means if you purchase something, we may receive a small commission.

Oct 2, 2024

We had such a great turnout for our LIVE spoiler conversation about "The Substance" at our YouTube channel. In case you missed it and want to listen to it on the go, here it is in podcast form. We love chatting with you in this format, so be on the lookout for more! And let us know what you thought of this insane film!

Sep 28, 2024

There's a sneaky little theme that unites the two movies we review on the latest episode of Breakfast All Day: They both feature impressive, A-list casts, and you can watch both of them right now on streaming. First, we discuss "Wolfs," an action comedy in which Brad Pitt and George Clooney play New York City fixers forced to team up on a wintry, all-night adventure. The film from writer-director Jon Watts mostly coasts on the considerable charm of its handsome actors. In select theaters and streaming on Apple TV+. Then, we review the hilarious and emotional documentary "Will & Harper." Will Ferrell and his longtime friend and collaborator, Harper Steele, go on a cross-country road trip after Steele transitions to live as a woman. The fellow "Saturday Night Live" alums they visit include Tina Fey, Tim Meadows, Seth Meyers, Molly Shannon and Will Forte. In select theaters and streaming on Netflix. Over at our Patreon, we recap the latest episodes of "Only Murders in the Building" on Hulu and "Agatha All Along" on Disney+. No news this week because Alonso is in Dallas, but we do chat a bit at the beginning about the legendary Dame Maggie Smith, who died at 89. We'll honor her on our Patreon with our October Off the Menu poll, so if you're not already a member, you can join us here. And you can join us on person at The Frida Cinema in Santa Ana, where we're hosting a screening of John Carpenter's 1980 horror classic "The Fog." Mark your calendar for Sunday, Oct. 27 at 2pm, then stick around afterward and watch us record a podcast review of the film. Tickets are available here . We hope to see you! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter! https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/ We love working with our friends at Coffee Bros. and passing the discount along to you. Take 15% off your order with code BREAKFAST15. Shipping is free on orders of at least $50. Try the new Kenya Peaberry, or the Fruit Loops if you're feeling adventurous! https://coffeebros.sjv.io/EKRRd9 Some links are affiliate links which means if you purchase something, we may receive a small commission.

Sep 25, 2024

It's a quick but nourishing midweek serving of Breakfast All Day. We have early reviews of two big movies that are opening this weekend. First, we couldn't wait to talk about "Megalopolis," Francis Ford Coppola's long-gestating sci-fi epic. We're extremely mixed on it, but that feels fitting, given the big, ambitious swings the movie is taking. Adam Driver, Nathalie Emmanuel, Aubrey Plaza, Giancarlo Esposito, Shia LaBeouf and Kathryn Hunter are among the massive ensemble cast. Then, we review "The Wild Robot," the latest features from DreamWorks Animation. It's breathtakingly beautiful and features some great voice performances from Lupita Nyong'o, Pedro Pascal, Kit Connor and Catherine O'Hara. A strong choice for the whole family, even if it does turn a bit heavy-handed toward the end. Check back with us on Friday for reviews of "Will & Harper" on Netflix and "Wolfs" on Apple TV+. And thanks for sharing some of your time with us! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Sep 21, 2024

We're always more than meets the eye here at Breakfast All Day. First, we're split on "Transformers One," the animated prequel that explores the friendship that once existed between Optimus Prime and Megatron. Chris Hemsworth, Brian Tyree Henry and Scarlett Johansson are among the all-star cast. In theaters. Then, we review "His Three Daughters," an indie drama that features incredible performances from Carrie Coon, Elizabeth Olsen and Natasha Lyonne as estranged sisters dealing with their father's imminent death. In select theaters and streaming on Netflix. Finally, we finish with this week's Movie News LIVE! Among the topics we discussed were Diddy's indictment, Jane's Addiction canceling their tour, the upcoming Hallmark Christmas lineup and "Time Bandits" season 2 being canceled. We always love chatting with our folks! And if you'd like to meet up with us in person, we're hosting a screening of John Carpenter's 1980 horror classic "The Fog" at The Frida Cinema in Santa Ana, CA. Join us on Sunday, Oct, 27 at 2pm Pacific. Then stick around and watch us record a podcast review of the film. Tickets are available here. We hope to see you! https://thefridacinema.org/movies/the-fog-presented-by-breakfast-all-day/ * Our friends at Coffee Bros. have an adventurous new flavor: Fruit Loops! This light roast from Colombia tastes like the classic breakfast cereal. Take 20% with code FRUITLOOPS and 15% all the time with code BREAKFAST15. Shipping is free on orders of at least $50: https://coffeebros.sjv.io/EKRRd9 Some links are affiliate links which means if you purchase something, we may receive a small commission.

Sep 18, 2024

It's the arthousiest of Arthouse Tuesdays here at Breakfast All Day. It's also one of those weeks where we wind up with a theme: Both movies we review are about people who undergo radical transformations to become more beautiful and youthful versions of themselves. And both are in theaters this Friday, Sept. 20. We loved "The Substance," in which Demi Moore and Margaret Qualley play two versions of the same ambitious starlet. Writer-director Coralie Fargeat's thriller is so insane that we did a non-spoiler review, but we're also planning a live spoiler conversation down the road at our YouTube channel. Keep an eye out for details. We also both really liked "A Different Man," starring Sebastian Stan as an aspiring actor with a serious facial deformity. An experimental drug trial turns him into ... Sebastian Stan, essentially. But he's still not happy. Renate Reinsve and Adam Pearson co-star in this prickly dark comedy. And mark your calendar for Sunday, Oct. 27 at 2pm Pacific, when we're doing our first LIVE event! Come to The Frida Cinema in Santa Ana for a screening we're hosting of John Carpenter's 1980 horror classic "The Fog." Then stick around afterward and watch us record a podcast review of the film. Tickets are available here. We can't wait to see you!

Sep 14, 2024

It's a truly random cross-section of films on this week's Breakfast All Day as we await prestige movie season. First, our old friend Kristian Harloff joins Christy to review "Speak No Evil," a remake of the Danish thriller about an American family visiting an English family they barely know at their remote farm. James McAvoy gives a delightfully deranged performance. In theaters. Then, Christy and Alonso absolutely loved "My Old Ass," a high-concept coming-of-age comedy about an 18-year-old (Maisy Stella in a star-making performance) meeting her 39-year-old self (Aubrey Plaza) during a mushroom trip. It's hilarious and surprisingly emotional. In theaters. For our final review, we catch up with "The Front Room," about a battle between a pregnant Brandy and her diabolical mother-in-law (Kathryn Hunter). It had potential, but fizzles. In theaters. And in movie news, we remember the legendary James Earl Jones, who died this week at 93. Plus: "Megalopolis," Cameron Crowe's lost Tom Petty documentary, the Emmys on Sunday night and more. Join us every Friday at Noon Pacific. You can also join us Saturday morning for our coffee livestream. We're meeting up at the Farmer's Market at 9am Pacific on Sept. 14, and we thought we'd say hello to our folks out there while we're at it. Here's a link to our YouTube channel . We hope to see you!

Sep 6, 2024

Alonso's back from the Venice Film Festival and we're ready to jump into fall here at Breakfast All Day. First, we review "Beetlejuice Beetlejuice," a sequel that's coming out 36 years after Tim Burton's original, which remains one of his best. We had fun with this one, too, but were mixed over whether it works consistently. In theaters. Then, we review the documentary "Lover of Men: The Untold History of Abraham Lincoln," which offers evidence that the 16th president of the United States was gay. People are super angry about this one in the comment section of our YouTube review. In theaters. Finally, we're back with Movie News LIVE! Among the topics we discuss are Alonso's Venice experience, Oasis reuniting, "Megalopolis" in IMAX, the trailer for "A Minecraft Movie" and more. Join us at the channel every Friday at Noon Pacific. And over at our Patreon , we recap the first two episodes of "Only Murders in the Building" season 4. It's so nice to be back with Charles, Mabel and Oliver, and we already have theories as to what's really going on here. We'd love to hear your thoughts, too. Thanks for being here! * Celebrate National Beer Lovers Day on Sept. 7 with a delicious non-alcoholic beer from Athletic Brewing Co.! Christy is proud to be an ambassador for this alcohol-free brand which offers a wide variety of products, from IPAs to Goldens to seasonal brews like Oktoberfest. Take 20% off with code CHRISTYL20: https://athleticbrewing.rfrl.co/qepn3 * Coffee Bros. has an exciting new roast you're going to want to try. Kenya Peaberry is a light-medium roast with notes of candied grapefruit, rosemary and grilled pineapple. Take 20% off with our link and code PBERRYPLZ. Enjoy! https://coffeebros.sjv.io/EKRRd9 Some links are affiliate links which means if you purchase something, we may receive a small commission.

Aug 30, 2024

Spoilers abound in this long weekend edition of the Breakfast All Day podcast. Proceed at your own risk! But do give us a listen if you've seen these movies and want to dig deeper. Alonso's at the Venice Film Festival, but before he left, we recorded an "Alien: Romulus" spoiler discussion, where we get into all the gnarly stuff we didn't want to reveal in our non-spoiler review. That's in theaters now. Also, our good friend William Bibbiani steps in to help with a heavy spoiler review of "Strange Darling," a twisty thriller about a sexy one-night stand that goes horribly awry. We both loved it and have so much to say about it. That's also in theaters. And with "Beetlejuice Beetlejuice" premiering at Venice (where Alonso saw it and offered a quick review right out of the theater ), we revisited Tim Burton's original "Beetlejuice" from 1988. Let us know what you think of this classic Michael Keaton movie. Thanks so much for being here, and enjoy the end of summer! * Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Aug 24, 2024

We're grasping at the last vestiges of summer here at Breakfast All Day and we're glad to have you along with us. First, we review of "The Crow," a re-imagining of the tragic 1994 action movie based on the comic book series. Bill Skarsgård and FKA Twigs co-star. It's not terrible, but the studio didn't need to be cagey about it with critics. In theaters now. Then, we have a spoiler-free review of "Blink Twice," which we both thought was pretty awesome. Zoë Kravitz's directorial debut is a tense and twisty thriller with a terrific cast, led by Channing Tatum, Naomi Ackie and Adria Arjona. Also in theaters. We wrap up with Movie News LIVE!, the last one of the month, since Alonso's heading to the Venice Film Festival on Monday. Among the topics we discuss are those fake "Megalopolis" critic quotes, "The Acolyte" season 2 being canceled and the end of Bennifer 2.0. We'll be back with another livestream in early September, so keep an eye out for details. And for our Patreon subscribers , we recap episodes 7 and 8 of "Time Bandits" on Apple TV+, which were both pretty great. We'll finish up the series next week, so stay tuned. Thanks as always for sharing your time with us! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Aug 21, 2024

Arthouse Tuesdays don't get artier than this one, with specialty movies on extremely opposite ends of the spectrum. First, we catch up with "Didi (弟弟)" a deeply personal and relatable coming-of-age indie from writer-director Sean Wang. Izaac Wang plays the 13-year-old son of Taiwanese immigrants who's navigating the last month of summer before entering high school in 2008. It's cringe-inducing in its emotional truth. In theaters now. Then, we review "Caligula: The Ultimate Cut," which is a totally different version of the notorious 1980 epic. It's longer at three hours, but features less sex and more palace intrigue. Malcolm McDowell and Helen Mirren star. In theaters. And for our Patreon subscribers , we visit "Network," the Faye Dunaway movie that won August's Off the Menu poll. The 1976 satire, winner of four Academy Awards, remains just as sharp and searing nearly 50 years later. Thanks for hanging our with us!

Aug 17, 2024

It's an epic episode of Breakfast All Day! And we're playing with the format a bit, offering our Movie News LIVE! segment after the reviews rather than beforehand. (It starts around the 31-minute mark, in case that's your favorite thing.) But first, the biggie of the week is "Alien: Romulus," the seventh film in the franchise and the best one since James Cameron's "Aliens." We'll have a separate spoiler review soon, because this movie is gnarly, and we saw stuff we can't unsee. In theaters. Next, we discuss "Skincare," a thriller/satire/dark comedy set in the world of high-end Los Angeles facial spas. We enjoyed Elizabeth Banks' performance, but this movie is kind of all over the place. In theaters. Then, we catch up with "Kneecap," because we had such a demand for it from our viewers. The members of the Irish hip-hop trio play themselves in this kinda-sorta music biopic. It's a blast. Michael Fassbender co-stars. In theaters. Finally, we had a longer-than-usual livestream because there was so much to talk about: Gena Rowlands, Matthew Perry, "It Ends With Us," Tom Cruise, Joaquin Phoenix and more. It's always a pleasure to see our folks out there! And for our Patreon subscribers , we recap episodes 5 and 6 of "Time Bandits" on Apple TV+. Thanks as always for sharing some of your time with us! * Coffee Bros. has a whole new look! Our favorite small-batch coffee company just launched sleek, minimalist packaging and a variety of sizes. Take 15% off your order with our link and code BREAKFAST15. Shipping is free on orders of $50 or more: https://coffeebros.sjv.io/EKRRd9 * We're thrilled to offer you our own discount code for Lodge Cast Iron products! We use them all the time to cook in our own homes and we think you'll love these sturdy, reliable pieces, too. Take 10% off with our link and code BREAKFASTALLDAY: https://lodgecastiron.pxf.io/c/3656599/2116153/23521 Some links are affiliate links which means if you purchase something, we'll receive a small commission.

Aug 10, 2024

Feels like we're truly back here at Breakfast All Day now that we're doing Movie News LIVE! So nice seeing so many of our folks at our regular Friday livestream, where we talked about the voice actors strike, who should play Tim Walz on "Saturday Night Live," Timothée Chalamet as Bob Dylan and more. We also have a couple of new movie reviews for you, starting with "It Ends With Us." Katie Walsh helps out on a discussion of this romantic drama starring Blake Lively as a woman who gets swept up in a passionate but abusive relationship. It's based on the Colleen Hoover bestseller, and it's in theaters now. Also, Alonso and Christy review "The Instigators," a mismatched buddy heist comedy starring Matt Damon and Casey Affleck. It oozes Boston authenticity, from the accents to the geography. It's in theaters and streaming on Apple TV+. And over at our Patreon , we recap the first two episodes of Taika Waititi's "Time Bandits" series, which is also on Apple TV+. The adventure comedy is based on the 1981 Terry Gilliam movie of the same name. Watch along with us and let us know what you think. Thanks so much for being here! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/ We love our Lodge Cast Iron products and cook with them all the time. You can too, and take 10% off everything with our link and code BREAKFASTALLDAY: https://lodgecastiron.pxf.io/PyEXqY Some links are affiliate links which means if you purchase something, we may receive a small commission.

Aug 7, 2024

We're back! And we've got one of those accidental theme episodes, with characters who are stuck in unpleasant situations and are desperate to break free. First, we catch up with "Trap," the latest M. Night Shyamalan thriller. We both agree that Josh Hartnett gives a terrific, multilayered performance -- and that the movie loses all the tension it's built once it leaves the arena concert setting. The movie has been in theaters for a few days, but we still tried to offer our thoughts without spoilers. On the other end of the spectrum (and the globe), it's "Cuckoo," starring Hunter Schafer as a young woman trapped at a resort in the Bavarian Alps with her father, his new family, and a deliciously menacing Dan Stevens. We love when he shows off his fluent German. "Cuckoo" will be in theaters starting this Friday. And we did a LIVE spoiler chat about "Deadpool & Wolverine" over at our YouTube channel. This was a lot of fun, and we're thankful to our folks for waiting for us to get back in town from our travels. Come on back for more on Friday -- we look forward to seeing you then. Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Jul 26, 2024

We've both been traveling but we couldn't miss the chance to chat about one of the biggest movies of the summer, if not THE big movie of the summer, here at Breakfast All Day. The burly, bloody bromance "Deadpool & Wolverine," starring Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman, storms into multiplexes this weekend. We're mixed on this meta action comedy, but we're certain that we need to do a separate spoiler chat, so keep an eye out for livestream details coming soon. And we play another round of our favorite game, Was It Great or Were You 8? Christy wanted to revisit "Time Bandits" from 1981, since Taika Waititi's Apple TV+ series based on the Terry Gilliam movie is coming soon. We'll have recaps in the weeks ahead, so stay tuned. Thanks for sticking with us on the road this summer! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter! https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Jul 19, 2024

Forces of nature are overwhelming us on this week's Breakfast All Day podcast. We have reviews of two big, dopey tornado movies: "Twisters," starring Glen Powell and Daisy Edgar-Jones as scientists scurrying across the Oklahoma plains in search of the big one, and the original "Twister" from 1996, starring Helen Hunt and Bill Paxton doing the exact same thing. "Twisters" is in theaters now, and "Twister" is available on various places for streaming including Max. Plus we review the documentary "Faye," which examines the life and career of legendary actress Faye Dunaway, star of such films as "Bonnie and Clyde," "Chinatown," "Network" and "Mommie Dearest." Dunaway herself is surprisingly candid here about her mistakes and reputation. It's also streaming on Max. And for our Patreon subscribers , we have recaps of "The Acolyte" finale and "The Bear" season 3, episodes 7 and 8. Thanks for watching along with us, and for sharing some of your time with us over the summer! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Jul 13, 2024

We're shooting for the stars as always here at Breakfast All Day. First, we review "Fly Me to the Moon," which is a whole lot of movies crammed into one, none of which feature much chemistry between its gorgeous, A-list actors, Scarlett Johansson and Channing Tatum. The '60s clothes are great, though. It's in theaters now and will stream on Apple TV+ eventually. Then, we discuss "Sing Sing," a festival favorite starring Colman Domingo as the leader of a prison theater troupe. It's based on an actual program at Sing Sing Correctional Facility and features prisoners past and present playing versions of themselves. In theaters now. But we begin as we so often so on Fridays with Movie News LIVE! Among today's topics are the Alec Baldwin involuntary manslaughter trial (which since has been dismissed), the future of Kevin Costner's "Horizon: An American Saga," and the late Shelley Duvall, who died this week at 75. And for our Patreon subscribers , recaps of "The Bear" season 3, episodes 5 and 6, and the penultimate episode of "The Acolyte." We're almost done! Thanks so much for being here. Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Jul 11, 2024

Our great friend Tim Grierson from Screen International stops by to discuss two extremely movies on this brief, midweek pop-in at Breakfast All Day. First, we have an early review of the deeply unsettling horror movie "Longlegs," starring Maika Monroe and Nicolas Cage. It's in theaters Friday. Next, we have a late review of "Horizon: An American Saga - Chapter 1," the first part of Kevin Costner's sprawling Western epic. Chapter 2 was supposed to come out in August, but now has been pulled from the schedule. Who knows if there will even be Chapters 3 and 4 at this point? If there are, we'll review them, because we're professionals, dammit. "Horizon" is in theaters now. Alonso will be back on Friday for "Fly Me to the Moon," "Sing Sing" and Movie News LIVE! We look forward to seeing you then. We love starting our day with Coffee Bros.! The Dark Roast and Brazil are among our favorites, but we've enjoyed every roast we've tried. Take 15% off your order with our link and code BREAKFAST15. Shipping is free on orders of $50 or more: https://coffeebros.sjv.io/EKRRd9 Some links are affiliate links which means if you purchase something, we may receive a small commission.

Jul 6, 2024

It's a total coincidence, given the Fourth of July holiday, but we discuss a couple of fourquels on the latest episode of Breakfast All Day. First, we review "Despicable Me 4," which finds Gru and his family entering witness protection and struggling to assimilate in suburbia. This movie has about eight plots and no plot. It also has an infinite number of Minions, which is the main reason your kids will want to see it. In theaters now. We also review "Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F," which is shockingly entertaining. Eddie Murphy slips back into the role that made him a global superstar in 1984 like it's a cozy cardigan. We had a lot of fun with this one, which brings back favorite old characters alongside new ones played by Taylour Paige and Joseph Gordon-Levitt. Streaming on Netflix. And because we're at the halfway point of the year, we wanted to take a moment to choose the movies we've loved so far. We have a few in common, but we also deviate here and there. What have been your favorite movies in 2024? Let us know! For our Patreon subscribers , we recap the latest episode of "The Acolyte," which wasn't as terrible as usual, as well as episodes 3 and 4 of "The Bear" season 3. And don't forget to vote for July's Off the Menu poll, where we're honoring the late Donald Sutherland. Thanks for sharing some of your time with us! Coffee Bros. has a great sale going on for the Fourth of July holiday. Take 15% off all 2-pound and 5-pound bags of coffee beans with code SPARKLE15. Discount runs through July 5. Shipping is free on orders of $50 or more. Stock up and save! https://coffeebros.sjv.io/EKRRd9 Some links are affiliate links which means if your purchase something, we may receive a small commission.

Jul 3, 2024

We're at the halfway point of 2024, but we're traveling back to the mid-1980s here at Breakfast All Day. First, we have an early review of "MaXXXine," the third part of Mia Goth and Ti West's horror trilogy following 2022's "X" and "Pearl." We don't agree on this movie, which finds Goth's Maxine character from "X" pursuing her dreams of stardom in 1985 Hollywood and getting caught up in a string of killings. It's in theaters July 5. Then, we stay in this era with a revisit of the original "Beverly Hills Cop" from 1984. This is the movie that made Eddie Murphy a global superstar, and it was an enormous box office hit. We wondered whether the comedy still holds up 40 years later with the sequel "Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F" debuting Wednesday on Netflix. We'll have a review of that later this week. Finally, we did a live spoiler chat about "Kinds of Kindness" on our YouTube channel and wanted to share the audio here in case you missed it. Have you seen the latest from Yorgos Lanthimos? Let us know, and thanks for sharing some of your summer with us! * Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Jun 29, 2024

We're not sure how it's possible that we're at the halfway point of the year, but here we are, and we're happy you're here with us at Breakfast All Day. Kind of a random mix of movies opening this weekend. First, we review "A Quiet Place: Day One," a prequel that takes place in New York City on the day of the alien invasion. We do not agree on this one! Lupita Nyong'o and Joseph Quinn star. It's in theaters. Then, we luxuriate in the escapist fluff that is "A Family Affair," a Nancy Meyers-adjacent rom-com set in Hollywood and Malibu. Nicole Kidman, Zac Efron and Joey King star. It's streaming on Netflix. We begin as always on Fridays with Movie News LIVE! Among the topics we discussed were the trailer for Robert Zemeckis' "Here," Paramount getting rid of a bunch of its online content, and new Academy members. We won't have a livestream next Friday because of the Fourth of July holiday, but mark your calendars for a live "Kinds of Kindness" spoiler chat, which we'll do on Tuesday, July 2 at Noon PDT. Details and link coming to our YouTube channe l soon. And for our Patreon subscribers , we recap the first two astonishing episodes of "The Bear" season three, and we continue slogging through "The Acolyte." Thanks as always for being here! Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Jun 26, 2024

Just a quick midweek pop-in but it's packed with drama. First, we revisit 1985's "St. Elmo's Fire," which is the ultimate Brat Pack movie. Andrew McCarthy's "Brats" documentary inspired us to see whether Joel Schumacher's film still holds up nearly 40 years later. (Spoiler alert: It doesn't.) But that John Parr theme song remains stuck in our heads. It's streaming in various places if you'd like to rewatch it, as well. And speaking of documentaries, we review "I Am: Celine Dion," which takes an intimate look at the legendary singer as she fights a rare neurological disorder. Dion makes herself vulnerable for the camera in ways that are startling and deeply human, and even if you're not a fan of her music, you'll appreciate her openness and her drive. Streaming on Prime Video. Check back with us Friday as we review "A Quiet Place: Day One" and "A Family Affair" on Netflix. Thanks for sharing some of your time with us this summer! Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/ Alonso's new book, Hollywood Pride: https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/alonso-duralde/hollywood-pride/9780762485895/

Jun 22, 2024

Summer brings big movies with A-list stars and weird little indie gems, and we're here for all of it at Breakfast All Day. This week, we review "The Bikeriders," the latest from writer-director Jeff Nichols. It stars Tom Hardy, Austin Butler and Jodie Comer and is based on a real Midwestern motorcycle gang from the 1960s. We do not agree on this movie! It's in theaters now. But we both loved "Thelma," featuring 94-year-old June Squibb in her first leading role. The delightful action comedy is inspired by a scam that actually happened to writer-director Josh Margolin's real-life grandma. It's also in theaters. And we wrap up with "Tuesday," featuring Julia Louis-Dreyfus in a rare dramatic performance as a mother negotiating with Death when it comes for her 15-year-old daughter in the form of a brilliant, talking macaw. This won't be for everyone, but if you can get on its wavelength, you'll find it quite moving. In theaters now. As always on Fridays, we begin with Movie News LIVE!, where we pay tribute to the late, legendary Donald Sutherland, who died this week at age 88. Keep an eye out on our Patreon , where we'll devote the next Off the Menu poll to his staggering body of work. And speaking of our Patreon, we wrap up "Bridgerton" season 3 and continue slogging through "The Acolyte." Join us and share your thoughts! And thanks as always for being here. * Going camping this summer? Lodge Cast Iron has a great sale going on outdoor cookware and accessories, including camp dutch ovens. Enjoy tasty meals by the fire and save up to 20% through July 1 with our link: https://lodgecastiron.pxf.io/c/3656599/2057688/23521 Some links are affiliate links which means if you purchase something, we may receive a small commission.

Jun 15, 2024

It's an absolutely packed episode full of summer goodness here at Breakfast All Day. "Inside Out 2," one of the most anticipated movies of the season, is in theaters, and while it doesn't quite pack the emotional punch of the Oscar-winning original, it's still extremely good. We also have an early review of "Kinds of Kindness," the latest from Greek auteur Yorgos Lanthimos, which reunites him with his "Poor Things" stars Emma Stone and Willem Dafoe. This is a non-spoiler review, but we can't wait to get into it with a spoiler livestream after the film opens on June 21. Details on that coming soon. Finally, we discuss "Brats," a documentary about the Brat Pack from a crucial member of that group of '80s movie stars, Andrew McCarthy. This is tailor-made for us and any other Gen Xers who grew up on John Hughes films. It's streaming on Hulu. And of course, we begin as we always do on Fridays with Movie News LIVE! So great to see so many of our folks after taking off last week for Christy's knee surgery. Join us every Friday at Noon Pacific time at our YouTube channel. We also have big stuff for our Patreon friends : Recaps of the latest on "The Acolyte," plus "Bridgerton" season 3, episodes 5 and 6. We'll get to 7 and 8 next Friday. Thanks for watching along with us! * Lodge Cast Iron has a huge Father's Day sale going on right now. Through June 16, take up to 20% off all grill pans and griddles with our link. Lodge products would make a great gift for the dad in your life: https://lodgecastiron.pxf.io/c/3656599/2046424/23521 * Athletic Brewing Co. has made a delicious, non-alcoholic specialty beer for Pride Month. Rainbow Wall is a hazy IPA with hints of blood orange. Proceeds go to LGBTQ+ non-profits. Take 10% off with our link and code BREAKFASTALLDAY. Shipping is free on orders of $50 or more. Stock up on this limited edition brew while you can! https://athletic-brewing-co.sjv.io/e4oGYQ Some inks are affiliate links which means if you purchase something, we may receive a small commission.

Jun 7, 2024

It's Lesbian Week here at Breakfast All Day! And what better time than in the middle of Pride Month? First, we review "Backspot," a drama set in the intense world of elite competitive cheerleading. Devery Jacobs and Evan Rachel Wood star. It's in theaters and streaming now. Then, we review "Am I OK?", a romantic comedy starring Dakota Johnson as an L.A. woman who begins to question her sexual orientation. Tig Notaro and her wife, Stephanie Allynne, direct. It's streaming on Max. And over at our Patreon , we recap the first two episodes of "The Acolyte," the new "Star Wars" prequel series that's streaming on Disney+. Amandla Stenberg stars in dual roles. We're intrigued so far! Also, if you are a patron (or you're interested in becoming one), make sure to vote in this month's Off the Menu poll, where we're honoring the late Roger Corman. Thanks so much for being here with us during this crazy busy time! * Athletic Brewing Co. has made a delicious, non-alcoholic specialty beer for Pride Month. Rainbow Wall is a hazy IPA with hints of blood orange. Proceeds go to LGBTQ+ non-profits. Take 10% off with our link and code BREAKFASTALLDAY. Shipping is free on orders of $50 or more. Stock up on this limited edition brew while you can! https://athletic-brewing-co.sjv.io/e4oGYQ Some links are affiliate links which means if you purchase something, we may receive a small commission. * Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter and never miss a thing! https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Jun 1, 2024

Alonso's at the Mendocino Film Festival promoting his "Hollywood Pride" book this week, but nothing could keep us from meeting up with you here at Breakfast All Day. Totally coincidentally, it's Disney Friday. We review "Young Woman and the Sea," starring Daisy Ridley as Trudy Ederle, the first woman to swim the English Channel. It's in theaters in limited release. We also discuss the documentary "Jim Henson Idea Man," from director Ron Howard, which explores the life, career and influence of the mastermind behind "Sesame Street," the Muppets, "Labyrinth" and so much more. It's streaming now on Disney Plus. Finally, we rave about the Oscar-nominated "Robot Dreams," a seemingly sweet animated tale about a dog and his robot in 1980s NYC, which packs a surprising emotional wallop. It's in theaters. And for our Movie News LIVE! segment, we have a lengthy discussion about why the box office has been so dismal this summer. Quick note for next week: We won't be doing our usual Friday livestream because Christy is having ACL surgery after her skiing accident, but we'll be back on June 14. Thanks as always for sharing some of your time with us! Lodge Cast Iron has a huge Father's Day sale coming. From June 2-June 16, take up to 20% off all grill pans and griddles with our link. Lodge products would make a great gift for the dad in your life: https://lodgecastiron.pxf.io/c/3656599/2046424/23521 Some links are affiliate links which means if you purchase something, we may receive a small commission

May 25, 2024

It's Netflix Day here at Breakfast All Day -- totally by accident, that's just the way it shook out -- but that provides us with a wide variety of movies to review. We discussed the big new movie of the week, "Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga," in an earlier episode, so make sure you check that out. Dave White was kind enough to help out on a couple of reviews while his husband, Alonso, was nursing a cold. First: "Hit Man," a sexy, modern-day noir from Richard Linklater which gives Glen Powell a great showcase of a performance. It's in theaters now and streaming on Netflix starting June 7. Then, we reviewed the empty sci-fi thriller "Atlas," starring Jennifer Lopez. JLo in space should be much more fun than this. It's streaming now on Netflix. Finally, Alonso and I reviewed the documentary "Power," from the Oscar-nominated director Yance Ford. It's about the history of police brutality, and it's a difficult but necessary watch. This one's also streaming now on Netflix. And of course, we did our weekly Movie News LIVE! segment, which Dave was kind enough to share his thoughts on. Among the topics we discussed were Morgan Spurlock, Scarlett Johansson, Riley Keough and our favorite LA movie theaters. Have a wonderful holiday weekend, and thanks for sharing some of it with us! * Lodge Cast Iron is having a huge Memorial Day Weekend Flash Sale! Take 15% off everything from May 25-27 with our link and code SKILLETSUMMER: https://lodgecastiron.pxf.io/PyEXqY * You may need some Coffee Bros. roasts to help you stay awake through "Atlas." And we can make it easy for you to try a variety of their products, from their signature Espresso Roast to their single origin Costa Rica and Sumatra. Take 15% off your order with code BREAKFAST15. Shipping is free with orders of $50 or more: https://coffeebros.sjv.io/EKRRd9 Some links are affiliate links which means if you purchase something, we may receive a small commission.

May 18, 2024

It's a huge episode of Breakfast All Day, and we're so glad you're here for it. We have a super early review of "Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga," which one of us liked a lot more than the other. George Miller's epic is in theaters May 24. We also review the Amy Winehouse biopic "Back to Black" and the pregnancy comedy "Babes," both of which are in theaters now. We start as always on Fridays with Movie News LIVE!, including Cannes Film Festival premieres, a "Legally Blonde" prequel, a "Road House" sequel and more. And for our Patreon subscribers , we recap the first two episodes of "Bridgerton" season 3, which focus on the blossoming attraction between Penelope and Colin. Thanks so much for being with us! Lodge Cast Iron has a huge sale going on, just in time for summer. Take up to 25% off grilling essentials, now through May 24. We cook with our Lodge products all the time and think you'll love them, too: https://lodgecastiron.pxf.io/PyEXqY Coffee Bros. is having a great summer kickoff sale. Take 20% off your order with our link and the code WEEKOFF2024. Good through May 23. Shipping is free on orders of $50 or more: https://coffeebros.sjv.io/EKRRd9 Some links are affiliate links which means if you purchase something, we may receive a small commission.

May 14, 2024

It's a big day around here because Alonso's latest book, "Hollywood Pride," is out in the world for your enjoyment. We celebrated with a livestream while he was in Palm Springs for the launch, and were so happy to see so many of our viewers stop by and ask questions. In case you missed it, here's our conversation in podcast form. And if you'd like to know more about "Hollywood Pride" and order a copy, either in hardcover or audiobook (which Alonso himself narrates), that link is below. Thanks so much for your support! https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/alonso-duralde/hollywood-pride/9780762485895/

May 11, 2024

It's a jam-packed episode full of summertime treats on the latest Breakfast All Day. For your weekly dose of blockbuster escapism, we review "Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes," which we were just so-so on, especially given how satisfying "War for the Planet of the Apes" was seven years ago. We also discuss a couple of indies in theaters: the L.A. noir comedy "Poolman," Chris Pine's directorial debut, which is being savaged critically; and the trippy and transporting "I Saw the TV Glow" from transgender director Jane Schoenbrun. But first: Movie News LIVE!, where we talked about John Mulaney's "Everybody's In L.A." series on Netflix, a new "Lord of the Rings" movie, season 3 of "The Bear," the Met Gala and more. And over at our Patreon , we recap episodes 3 and 4 of "The Sympathizer" on Max. Thanks for sharing some of your time with us! Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/ Pre-order Alonso's new book, "Hollywood Pride": https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/alonso-duralde/hollywood-pride/9780762485895/

May 4, 2024

Two star-studded streaming movies are out there for your weekend viewing, and we have reviews of both of them here at Breakfast All Day. First, we're extremely split on Jerry Seinfeld's Pop-Tart comedy "Unfrosted," which features Melissa McCarthy, Jim Gaffigan, Amy Schumer, Hugh Grant, Fred Armisen, Peter Dinklage and many, many more. It's on Netflix. Then, we're more in agreement on the romantic charmer "The Idea of You," starring Anne Hathaway as a 40-year-old divorced mom who unexpectedly falls for the 24-year-old lead singer of a boy band, played by Nicholas Galitzine. It's on Prime Video. But we begin with Movie News LIVE!, with topics including Dwayne Johnson, Daniel Radcliffe, Ryan Gosling, the "Mufasa" trailer and Christy's skiing accident in Mammoth. (She's OK!) And for our Patreon subscribers , we've begun watching Park Chan-wook's "The Sympathizer" on Max, and have recaps of episodes 1 and 2. Thanks for sharing some of your time with us! * You can literally have Breakfast All Day with Lodge Cast Iron cookware. We're delighted to be working with these folks, whose skillets and other products we use all the time in our homes. And Lodge is offering a great deal on their USA Enamel Collection: Take up to 20% off through May 12. Shop now through our link: https://lodgecastiron.pxf.io/PyEXqY Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something, we'll receive a small commission. Pre-order Alonso's book, Hollywood Pride, out May 14! https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/alonso-duralde/hollywood-pride/9780762485895/ Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter! https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

May 1, 2024

Summer movie season has begun, and we're here for every escapist moment of it at Breakfast All Day. First, we have an early review of "The Fall Guy," the ultimate popcorn flick, full of over-the-top explosions and self-aware humor. Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt have crazy chemistry in David Leitch's ode to stuntmen and women. It's in theaters Friday. Then, we had a lengthy and in-depth spoiler conversation on our YouTube channel about "Challengers," now that the film is in theaters. The Zendaya-Mike Faist-Josh O'Connor love triangle inspired lots of thoughtful analysis. If you've seen the movie, we'd love to hear your thoughts. And for our Patreon subscribers, we recap the very dramatic (and bloody) episodes 7 and 8 of "Shōgun." Thanks for watching along with us! Our friends at Coffee Bros. have a couple of great new roasts you're going to want to try: Their first single-origin Sumatran coffee since 2022 and a very special Futuro Espresso from Brazil. Plus they're having a sale on espresso machines. Take 15% off your order with our code BREAKFAST15. Shipping is free on orders of at least $50: https://coffeebros.sjv.io/EKRRd9 Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something, we'll receive a small commission.

Apr 26, 2024

We already did an early review of the big movie of the week -- Luca Guadagnino's "Challengers," which we loved -- but there's plenty more to talk about here at Breakfast All Day. First, we look at Ethan Hawke's "Wildcat," in which he directs his daughter, Maya Hawke, in an inventive biopic about the writer Flannery O'Connor. We're mixed on it but admire the ambition as well as Maya Hawke's performance. It opens in limited release on May 3 before going wider the following week. But this weekend, you can see Ridley Scott's sci-fi masterpiece "Alien" in the theater. The 1979 film is having a brief but wide run in honor of its 45th anniversary, so if you haven't seen it in a while or you've never seen it projected, this is a great opportunity. Send us pictures if you end up checking it out -- we're @bfastallday on Instagram. Here's a ink to where you can find "Alien" near you: https://www.fandango.com/alien-45th-anniversary-re-release-2024-235716/movie-overview And for our Patreon subscribers , we go in-depth on the last two episodes of "Ripley." We're extremely conflicted about the finale, but love the Netflix series as a whole. What are your thoughts? Let us know! We're back on Tuesday at Noon Pacific with a LIVE "Challengers" spoiler chat, so make sure you join us. 'Til then, have a great weekend.

Apr 24, 2024

It's the arthousiest of Arthouse Tuesdays here at Breakfast All Day with reviews of two bold and distinctive indies. First, we catch up with A24's "Problemista" now that it's available for streaming. Comedian Julio Torres makes his feature filmmaking debut as writer, director and star in this absurdist comedy set in the New York art world. Tilda Swinton and RZA co-star. Then we review the French animated farce "Chicken for Linda!" from GKIDS, which is an absolute charmer. It features a retro-cool design and surprising emotional poignancy. In theaters now. And for our Patreon subscribers , we revisit "The Talented Mr. Ripley" for April's Off the Menu review and recap episodes 5 and 6 of "Shōgun." Thanks as always for sharing some of your time with us! You can literally have Breakfast All Day with Lodge Cast Iron cookware. We're delighted to be working with these folks, whose skillets and other products we use all the time in our homes. And Lodge is offering a great deal on their USA Enamel Collection: Take up to 20% off through May 12. Shop now through our link: https://lodgecastiron.pxf.io/PyEXqY Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something, we'll receive a small commission. Subscribe to Christy's newsletter! https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/ Pre-order Alonso's book, "Hollywood Pride"! https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/alonso-duralde/hollywood-pride/9780762485895/

Apr 20, 2024

This is one of those weeks on Breakfast All Day where we end up with an accidental theme: Movies about ragtag bands of misfits who come together to pull off a mission. And we happen to disagree on both of these movies, which is always fun. First, we review the latest action comedy from Guy Ritchie, "The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare," based on the true story of a secret British scheme during World War II. It stars Henry Cavill, Alan Ritchson, Alex Pettyfer, Eiza González and more. Then, we review "Abigail," a horror comedy about a kidnapped ballerina who turns out to be a vampire. It stars Melissa Barrera, Dan Stevens, Kathryn Newton, Angus Cloud and more. Both are in theaters now. But we start out, as always on Fridays, with Movie News LIVE! Anong today's topics: the new Taylor Swift album, Quentin Tarantino and the Sundance Film Festival. And for our Patreon subscribers , a recap of "Ripley" episodes 5 and 6. Thanks as always for spending time with us! You can literally have Breakfast All Day with Lodge Cast Iron cookware. We're delighted to be working with these folks, whose skillets and other products we use all the time in our homes. And Lodge is offering a great deal on their USA Enamel Collection: Take up to 20% off from April 21 through May 12. Shop now through our link: https://lodgecastiron.pxf.io/PyEXqY Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something, we'll receive a small commission. Subscribe to Christy's newsletter! https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/ Pre-order Alonso's book, "Hollywood Pride"! https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/alonso-duralde/hollywood-pride/9780762485895/

Apr 17, 2024

Arthouse Tuesday is back! We know how much you love it, so we review a couple of indies this week that are in limited release before expanding nationwide. We have a slightly early review of "We Grown Now," which received Spirit Award nominations this year for best feature, cinematography and editing. The gorgeous coming-of-age drama follows a friendship in flux between two tween boys in Chicago's Cabrini-Green housing project. It opens Friday in New York, Los Angeles and Chicago before going wider on April 26. Click here to find out more: https://www.sonyclassics.com/film/wegrownnow/ Then we discuss "Sasquatch Sunset," the latest ambitious project from the filmmaking Zellner brothers, David and Nathan. Jesse Eisenberg and Riley Keough lead a pack of Bigfoots (or is it Bigfeet?) as they traipse through the forest. This extremely languid dramedy is daring and dialogue-free. It's currently in a few cities before going nationwide this Friday. Click here to see if it's playing near you: https://bleeckerstreetmedia.com/sasquatch-sunset And for our Patreon subscribers, we catch up with episodes 3 and 4 of "Shōgun" on Hulu. Blackthorne is now the hatamoto, show him some respect! Thanks for watching along with us and we'll see you again on Friday. * You can literally have Breakfast All Day with Lodge Cast Iron cookware. We're delighted to be working with these folks, whose skillets and other products we use all the time in our homes. And Lodge now has a special Dolly Parton collection for you country music fans. Shop now through our link: https://lodgecastiron.pxf.io/PyEXqY Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something, we'll receive a small commission. Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter! https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/ Pre-order Alonso's book, "Hollywood Pride"! https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/alonso-duralde/hollywood-pride/9780762485895/

Apr 13, 2024

We have reviews of two very different and dazzling spectacles on the latest episode of Breakfast All Day, movies that are extremely original in their own distinctive ways. First, we have a super early review of "Challengers," Luca Guadagnino's thrilling tennis romance starring Zendaya, Mike Faist and Josh O'Connor. It doesn't open until April 26 but we loved it so much that we wanted to share a spoiler-free review now. We'll probably do a spoiler live chat down the road, and we'll keep you posted on details. Then, we review "The People's Joker" from director, editor, co-writer and star Vera Drew. It's an exploration of Drew's transgender journey through the prism of the Batman universe -- an extremely DIY indie, but with deep, vulnerable truths that emerge from the artifice. Check here to see when it's playing near you. Plus, we were back together for Movie News LIVE! for the first time in a month with lots to discuss, including the death of O.J. Simpson, the Cannes Film Festival lineup, new trailers for "MaXXXine" and "Joker: Folie à Deux," and the "Curb Your Enthusiasm" finale. And for our Patreon subscribers , we recap episodes 3 and 4 of "Ripley" on Netflix, which were extremely eventful! Thanks so much for being here with us and have a great weekend. Subscribe to Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter! https://christylemire.com/ Pre-order Alonso's book "Hollywood Pride"! https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/alonso-duralde/hollywood-pride/9780762485895/

Apr 10, 2024

Both movies we review on the latest episode of Breakfast All Day are about feuding -- totally by accident, but they offer an intriguing contrast. First, we have a major disagreement about "Civil War," the latest from "Ex Machina" writer-director Alex Garland. This graphic and harrowing thriller envisions an America in which sections have seceded and are attacking the federal government. Kirsten Dunst and Cailee Spaeny co-star; it's in theaters April 12. Then, we discuss a very different movie about squabbling: the charmingly profane and very British arthouse comedy "Wicked Little Letters," starring Olivia Colman and Jessie Buckley. It's in theaters now. And for our Patreon subscribers , we've started recapping "Shōgun" on Hulu after receiving so many requests for it. We recap the first two episodes and will share two more over the next few Tuesdays. Thanks for being here with us! * You can literally have Breakfast All Day with Lodge Cast Iron cookware. We're delighted to be working with these folks, whose skillets and other products we use all the time in our homes. And Lodge now has a special Dolly Parton collection for you country music fans. Shop now through our link: https://lodgecastiron.pxf.io/PyEXqY Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something, we'll receive a small commission.

Apr 5, 2024

It's spring break, but we're still here with a new episode of our Breakfast All Day podcast. So you've got that going for you, which is nice. This week, we review the documentary "Remembering Gene Wilder," which is a warm and affectionate look back at the legendary comic star of "Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory," "The Producers," "Blazing Saddles" and so many more. Our good friend Ben Mankiewicz is all over it, offering his insights. It's in theaters now and will be available on VOD starting April 30. We also play another round of our favorite game, "Was It Great or Were You 8?" This time, Christy chose "Caddyshack," the infinitely quotable comedy classic from 1980. Was this actually a great movie, or is she just remembering it fondly because of nostalgia? Let us know! For our Patreon subscribers, we're recapping the dazzling Netflix miniseries "Ripley," starring Andrew Scott as Patricia Highsmith's covetous grifter. All eight episodes are streaming, but we're taking them two at a time. Thanks for hanging out with us. And if you missed Christy's Spring Break Livestream from her ski vacation in Whistler, here's a link to it over at our YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/live/44ANofRqR-w?feature=share

Mar 28, 2024

Spring break is upon us, but we had to stop by for one last visit here at Breakfast All Day. Alonso is still recording his audiobook, so Christy did another solo edition of Movie News LIVE! Lots to talk about, including Yorgos Lanthimos' "Kinds of Kindness," "A Simple Favor 2," Jerry Seinfeld's Pop-Tarts movie and Jeremy Allen White possibly playing Bruce Springsteen in a "Nebraska"-inspired biopic. Then, the always delightful Dave White (a.k.a. Alonso's husband) filled in on a review on "Godzilla x Kong: A New Empire," which is exactly the kind of big, dumb fun you want from a monster movie like this. Dave is always witty and insightful, so you don't want to miss his appearance. We're sort of all over the place the next week or so, but we'll have another podcast episode for you next Friday. Until then, thanks so much for being here, and hope you're getting some much-needed time off, too!

Mar 26, 2024

It's another Arthouse Tuesday here at Breakfast All Day, with two movies from the daring folks at Neon. First, Christy and Alonso review Alice Rohrwacher's "La Chimera," starring Josh O'Connor as a grave robber with a magical ability to find hidden Etruscan artifacts. It's in theaters starting March 29. Then, Christy and the always entertaining Tim Grierson of Screen International offer a spoiler discussion of "Immaculate," the Sydney Sweeney horror movie that opened over the weekend. So much happens that we knew we had to go in-depth, especially on that shocking ending. Thanks for checking in with us!

Mar 22, 2024

It's the '80s all over again here at Breakfast All Day -- but then again, did it ever stop being the '80s? First, Christy and Alonso review "Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire," which is not good, but at least it does a better job of blending the old and the new than 2021's "Ghostbusters: Afterlife" did. It's in theaters. Then we review "Road House," a remake of the 1989 cult favorite with Jake Gyllenhaal taking over the Patrick Swayze role. It's streaming on Prime Video. Finally, our good friend Tim Grierson from Screen International fills in on a review of "Immaculate," the new Sydney Sweeney horror movie which makes being a nun in Italy seem super dangerous. It's in theaters. And we start the whole episode off as we always do on Fridays with Movie News LIVE! Christy flies solo this time while Alonso's off recording his audiobook. Among the topics of discussion are trailers for "Beetlejuice Beetlejuice," "Furiosa" and the "Star Wars" prequel series "The Acolyte." Thanks so much for sharing some of your time with us and have a great weekend.

Mar 19, 2024

Pain don't hurt when you're hanging out with us here at Breakfast All Day. We have a quick midweek pop-in for you with a couple of reviews. First, an early look at "Late Night With the Devil," a brilliantly executed indie horror movie that takes place within the confines of a 1970s TV studio. Longtime "that guy" David Dastmalchian is tremendous in a rare leading role. We also look back at 1989's "Road House" to see how it holds up, now that the remake is coming out on Prime Video. Jake Gyllenhaal takes over the Patrick Swayze role, and we'll have a review later this week. Is the original "Road House" so bad it's good, or just plain bad? Let us know! And thanks for sharing some of your time with us. * Our friends at Coffee Bros. have a couple of great new roasts you're going to want to try: Their first single-origin Sumatran coffee since 2022 and a very special Futuro Espresso from Brazil. Take 15% off your order with our code BREAKFAST15. Shipping is free on orders of at least $50: https://coffeebros.sjv.io/EKRRd9 Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something, we'll receive a small commission.

Mar 16, 2024

We have a wee pop-in for you here at Breakfast All Day on this Friday before St. Patrick's Day. Alonso and Christy review "Irish Wish," the latest Netflix rom-com starring Lindsay Lohan. This time, the Lohanaissance takes us to picturesque Ireland, and we were surprisingly charmed. But first we begin with a jam-packed live news segment, in which we discuss Jonathan Glazer, new movies from Ari Aster and Yorgos Lanthimos (both of which star Emma Stone), "The Bear" seasons 3 and 4, the death of World Party founder Karl Wallinger and more. And for our Patreon subscribers , a recap of the "Feud: Capote vs. The Swans" finale. Thanks for sharing your time and enthusiasm with us! * If you haven't checked out Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter, now is a great time. It comes out every Saturday -- hence the name -- and contains goodies you won't get anywhere else. You can read, subscribe and share here: https://christylemire.beehiiv.com/

Mar 12, 2024

So much to discuss in the epic "Dune: Part Two" that we had to do an in-depth spoiler talk, and we were delighted to see so many of you there. In case you missed the l ivestream on our YouTube channel , here it is in podcast form. We get into everything we couldn't discuss in our spoiler-free review of Denis Villeneuve's sequel, including Paul's messiah arc, the terrifying Feyd-Rautha, those epic action sequences and that cliffhanger ending. Come back and hang out with us in the sparkly spice of Arrakis! And thanks for being a part of all we do.

Mar 11, 2024

We couldn't wait to meet up with you the morning after the Oscars to recap everything that happened during Sunday night's ceremony. All those "Oppenheimer" wins, John Cena's hilarious streaking bit, that dazzling "I'm Just Ken" performance, our favorite red carpet looks and more -- we get to it all in our livestream . In case you missed it, here it is in podcast form. Thank you so much to all of you who came out for the live Oscar watch party , our reaction chat the next day, or both. We're proud to have such an insightful, engaged community here. Share your thoughts on the 2024 Academy Awards, and let's do it again next year!

Mar 9, 2024

Great friends stopped by the latest episode of Breakfast All Day to help out when Alonso was feeling under the weather, and for that we're thankful. The always entertaining Kristian Harloff sits in on a review of "Kung Fu Panda 4," and tries to help Christy find some inner peace on this needless, noisy sequel. The brilliant Katie Walsh was the perfect friend to review "Love Lies Bleeding," a lurid lesbian romance starring Kristen Stewart and Katy O'Brian. Alonso rallied for Movie News LIVE!, though, with some final thoughts on this weekend's Oscars, "Inside Out 2," the "Rust" shooting verdict and more. And for our Patreon subscribers , we recap this week's emotional penultimate episode of "Feud: Capote vs. The Swans." * Speaking of Oscar night, join Christy for her LIVE watch party over at our YouTube channel. This is a vertical livestream, so it'll show up in your shorts feed, but you can watch it on your phone or computer. The Academy Awards begin early this year at 4pm Pacific time, so meet up here around 345pm. Look forward to seeing you! https://youtube.com/live/ICDM3h4-wPE?feature=share * Our friends at Coffee Bros. have a couple of great new roasts you're going to want to try: Their first single-origin Sumatran coffee since 2022 and a very special Futuro Espresso from Brazil. Take 15% off your order with our code BREAKFAST15. Shipping is free on orders of at least $50: https://coffeebros.sjv.io/EKRRd9 Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something, we'll receive a small commission.

Mar 6, 2024

Grab your ballot and join us for Oscar predictions! This was a super fun YouTube livestream Christy did with the great Glenn Whipp, veteran awards columnist for the Los Angeles Times. Alonso unfortunately has Covid so he couldn't make it, but we still had a great time going category by category and picking who we think will win in each one. We also really enjoyed hearing what our viewers hope to see happen, too. So come hang out with us and win your Oscar pool! The Academy Awards are on Sunday, March 10 at 4pm PDT on ABC. (The show is earlier this year because it's the first night of Daylight Saving Time). How will you spend the evening? Let us know. And if you don't have any plans, Christy is doing a LIVE Oscar watch party on our Breakfast All Day YouTube channel as a way to have fun with their new vertical livestream feature. Details and link coming soon! Look forward to seeing you.

Mar 2, 2024

The big movie of the week is "Dune: Part Two," but we've already posted our spoiler-free review of that epic sequel. So instead, we offer some thoughts on a couple of streaming options that might be of interest. First, we discuss "Spaceman," Adam Sandler's ambitious sci-fi misfire. It's streaming on Netflix. Then we review "The Greatest Love Story Never Told," the behind-the-scenes documentary about the making of Jennifer Lopez's musical extravaganza "This Is Me ... Now: A Love Story." The title is clunky but the insight into her process is fascinating, and Ben Affleck is hilarious. Both of those movies are streaming on Prime Video. In Movie News Live!, we discuss the latest Nicole Kidman AMC ads, Liam Neeson's remake of "The Naked Gun," Mel Gibson and more. And for our Patreon subscribers , a recap of this week's melancholy episode of "Feud: Capote vs. The Swans." Have a great weekend and be sure to come back on Tuesday at Noon PST, when we'll do LIVE Oscar predictions on our YouTube channel. Bring your ballot and your questions and join us. Details coming soon! * We've loved every flavor we've tried from our friends at Coffee Bros., and we're loving passing our discount along to you! Take 15% off your order with our code BREAKFAST15. Shipping is free on orders of $50 or more: https://coffeebros.sjv.io/EKRRd9 Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something, we'll receive a small commission.

Feb 28, 2024

It's another Arthouse Tuesday here at Breakfast All Day as we catch up with a couple of major world cinema releases. The first is "Io Capitano," which is up for best international feature at this year's Academy Awards. Italy's entry marks the fifth and final nominee we've reviewed, and while we don't agree on whether it works completely, we both say other films in the category are far superior, particularly "The Zone of Interest." Then we discuss "About Dry Grasses," the three-hour-plus epic from Turkish master Nuri Bilge Ceylan. Don't be daunted by the run time; this is a gorgeous and engrossing film. Both movies we review today are playing in theaters. And for our Patreon subscribers , we had the pleasure of revisiting "Moonstruck," Norman Jewison's 1987 romantic comedy, for February's Off the Menu. It's just as charming as ever. Thanks for sharing some of your time with us! * We've loved every flavor we've tried from our friends at Coffee Bros., and we're loving passing our discount along to you! Take 15% off your order with our code BREAKFAST15. Shipping is free on orders of $50 or more: https://coffeebros.sjv.io/EKRRd9 Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something, we'll receive a small commission.

Feb 24, 2024

We're feeling especially spicy with an extra-long Friday episode of Breakfast All Day. Alonso and Christy have an early, spoiler-free review of "Dune: Part Two," which has IMAX sneaks on Sunday night before opening everywhere March 1. It's an astonishing achievement -- even more so than Denis Villeneuve's 2021 "Dune: Part One" -- and you must experience it on the biggest screen you can find with the best possible sound. We also review the messy comedy "Drive-Away Dolls," which finds Ethan Coen directing for the first time without brother Joel. Of course, we couldn't miss "Tyler Perry's Mea Culpa," since we're completists of the auteur. Perry's homage to steamy erotic thrillers of the '90s is streaming on Netflix. As always on Fridays, we begin with Movie News Live!, which includes a look ahead to the weekend's Spirit Awards and Screen Actors Guild Awards. And for our Patreon subscribers , a recap of this week's "Feud: Capote vs. The Swans," which follows Truman on a magical day in Manhattan with the formidable James Baldwin. Thanks for sharing some of your time with us! * We've loved every flavor we've tried from our friends at Coffee Bros., and we're loving passing our discount along to you! Take 15% off your order with our code BREAKFAST15. Shipping is free on orders of $50 or more: https://coffeebros.sjv.io/EKRRd9 Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something, we'll receive a small commission.

Feb 20, 2024

It's Arthouse Tuesday here at Breakfast All Day! We have a quick mid-week visit with reviews of two extremely different indies (although they are both about hunger and survival, kinda). First we discuss "Drift," from "The Breaking Ice" director Anthony Chen. It stars Cynthia Erivo and Alia Shawkat as two women who strike up an unlikely friendship on a picturesque Greek island. Then we review the truly insane "Hundreds of Beavers," a black-and-white, silent slapstick comedy that's unlike anything we've seen before. We disagree as to whether it works completely, but we both think it's worth seeing. "Hundreds of Beavers" is playing in a roadshow format, so click here to learn more about dates and cities: https://hundredsofbeavers.com/#watch Be sure to check our YouTube channel Wednesday morning, when we'll have a spoiler-free review of "Dune: Part Two." Until then, thanks for sharing some of your time with us!

Feb 17, 2024

We have a special musical episode of Breakfast All Day for you as we review two very different movies about two very different pop culture icons. First, "This Is Me ... Now: A Love Story," Jennifer Lopez's trippy cinematic odyssey to accompany her new album. It's streaming on Prime Video. Plus we discuss "Bob Marley: One Love," a frustratingly superficial music biopic about the reggae legend. It's in theaters. We begin once again with Movie News Live!, which we're really enjoying. Be sure to join us every Friday at Noon PST at our YouTube channel . And for our Patreon subscribers, a recap of this week's emotional episode of "Feud: Capote vs. The Swans." Enjoy your three-day weekend and thanks for sharing some of your time with us.

Feb 14, 2024

Dakota Johnson wants neither the great power nor the great responsibility that come with being a superhero in the Spider-Man world, but she's stuck with them in "Madame Web." This movie is getting savaged critically -- as of this posting, it's at 16% on Rotten Tomatoes -- but we didn't think it was completely terrible, and that's mainly thanks to Johnson's amusingly blasé performance. Speaking of movies that got awful reviews, we revisit Britney Spears' "Crossroads" from 2002, because it will be streaming for the first time ever starting Thursday on Netflix. The coming-of-age road trip drama was supposed to catapult the pop star to movie stardom; instead, it's a bittersweet time capsule of a more innocent time in Spears' life. And for our Patreon subscribers , we recap the extremely eventful penultimate episode of "True Detective: Night Country" on HBO. Thanks for sharing some of your time with us here at Breakfast All Day!

Feb 10, 2024

Super Bowl weekend means slim pickings at the movie theater, so we've got a review for you of "Lisa Frankenstein," a stitched-together horror movie/dark comedy/rom-com from writer Diablo Cody that never quite works. Individual pieces had promise, though, including Kathryn Newton's performance and a great soundtrack of '80s goth tunes. We're also continuing to do our news segment live over at our Breakfast All Day YouTube channel, with today's topics including "Coyote vs. Acme," Gina Carano's lawsuit and the new best casting category at the Oscars. And for our Patreon subscribers , we have recaps of the "Echo" finale on Disney+ (which we're very divided on) and this week's episode of "Feud: Capote vs. The Swans," which we both loved. Thanks so much as always for being here!

Feb 7, 2024

A quick, midweek pop-in here at Breakfast All Day to catch up on a couple of Academy Award contenders. First, we review "Perfect Days," a gentle gem of a film that's been nominated in the international feature category. Think of it as a Japanese "Jeanne Dielman." Then we finally -- finally! -- discuss "Nimona," a nominee for best animated feature that's been on Netflix since last summer. So many folks have asked us to review this, and we're so glad we did. And for our Patreon subscribers , a recap of this week's supernatural Christmas episode of "True Detective: Night Country." Thanks as always for sharing some of your time with us.

Feb 3, 2024

We loved doing movie news live so much last week that we're doing it again that way today, and probably from now on. We'll always keep you posted in hopes that you can join us! Chatting with our viewers is one of the highlights of the latest Breakfast All Day episode. We discuss the late Carl Weathers and Chita Rivera, all those crazy Taylor Swift conspiracy theories and more. The star-studded but bland action spectacle "Argylle" is one of the low points, though -- but only Alonso reviews it, because there was a power outage at Christy's theater after the first 20 minutes. Lucky her! On Netflix, though, there's the hugely entertaining documentary "The Greatest Night in Pop," which chronicles the recording of the 1985 charity single "We Are the World." This is extremely our jam, so we knew we had to review it. And for our Patreon subscribers, we recap the first two episodes of Ryan Murphy's "Feud: Capote vs. The Swans" on Hulu, as well as episode 4 of "Echo" on Disney+. Thanks as always for being with us! * Coffee Bros. has a flavor for your every mood, and they're now offering their first single-origin coffees from Colombia. Take 15% off your order with our code BREAKFAST15. Shipping is free on orders of $50 or more: https://coffeebros.sjv.io/EKRRd9 Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something, we'll receive a small commission.

Jan 31, 2024

Bundle up for the latest episode of Breakfast All Day: Christy and Alonso catch up with a couple of international films that take place in chilly settings. We begin with "Society of the Snow," a two-time Oscar nominee about the 1972 Uruguayan rugby team's plane crash in the Andes. It's in theaters and on Netflix. We also review "The Breaking Ice," a dreamy, French New Wave-tinged love triangle set along the border between China and North Korea. It's in theaters. Both films are very good, so check them out! And keeping with the theme over at our Patreon , we recap this week's tantalizing and disturbing episode of "True Detective: Night Country" on HBO, where we're up to day 5 of night in the farthest reaches of Alaska. Thanks for staying warm with us! Coffee Bros. has a flavor for your every mood, and they're now offering their first single-origin coffees from Colombia. Take 15% off your order with our code BREAKFAST15. Shipping is free on orders of $50 or more: https://coffeebros.sjv.io/EKRRd9 Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something, we'll receive a small commission.

Jan 27, 2024

It's an exciting time to be with us here at Breakfast All Day because we did a little experiment: A livestream version of our news segment, and it went really well! We had so much fun chatting with our folks on Oscar nomination day that we're going to look for opportunities to go live more often, and we'd love to see you if you can make it. We also have reviews of two movies about precocious, flirtatious high school students: "Miller's Girl," starring Jenna Ortega, and "The Sweet East," starring Talia Ryder. And for our Patreon subscribers , we recap the extremely gnarly episode 3 of "Echo" on Disney+. Thanks as always for joining us. * Coffee Bros. has a flavor for your every mood, and they're now offering their first single-origin coffees from Colombia. Take 15% off your order with our code BREAKFAST15. Shipping is free on orders of $50 or more: https://coffeebros.sjv.io/EKRRd9 *Athletic Brewing Co. has great Dry January deals and offers delicious non-alcoholic beers year-round. From their IPA to their Golden to their seasonal brews, they can help you stay sober yet social. And with the Super Bowl coming, now is a great time to pick some up. Take 10% off your order with our code BREAKFASTALLDAY. Shipping is free on orders of $50 or more: https://athletic-brewing-co.sjv.io/e4oGYQ Some links are affiliate links, which means if you make a purchase, we'll receive a small commission.

Jan 24, 2024

It's Hollywood's biggest morning! We had a great time discussing this year's Oscar nominations with our viewers on our annual YouTube livestream. In case you missed it, here's our hour-long awards discussion in podcast form. "Oppenheimer" got the most nominations with 13, followed by "Poor Things" with 11, "Killers of the Flower Moon" with 10 and "Barbie" with eight. (And we were just as shocked as you were that Greta Gerwig was left out of best director and Margot Robbie didn't get a best actress nomination; to borrow from another Gerwig movie, it's the titular role.) What are you most excited about? Who got robbed in your opinion? Let us know, and keep an eye out for our Oscar predictions livestream closer to the March 10 ceremony.

Jan 20, 2024

It's Arthouse Friday here at Breakfast All Day, as we continue catching up with acclaimed and Oscar-shortlisted international films. First, we review "Fallen Leaves," the amusingly understated romance from Finnish auteur Aki Kaurismäki. Next, we discuss "Monster," a heartbreaking, "Rashomon"-style drama from Japanese master Hirokazu Kore-eda. Then we wrap up with a spoiler conversation about the German film "The Teachers' Lounge," which we reviewed earlier this week, because so many of you asked for it. And for our Patreon subscribers , we recap the excellent season 5 finale of "Fargo" on Hulu as well as episode 2 of Marvel's "Echo" on Disney+. Join us and share your thoughts! * Be sure to tune in Tuesday at Noon PST for our Oscar nominations livestream over at our Breakfast All Day YouTube channel. We'd love to hear your thoughts! https://youtube.com/live/VpCxdI7E7OE?feature=share * Get weekly goodies in your inbox with Christy's Saturday Matinee newsletter! Subscribe here and start your weekend off right: https://christylemire.com/

Jan 17, 2024

We have both high and low culture for you, from outer space to middle school, on the latest episode of Breakfast All Day. Christy and Alonso have an early review of the sci-fi thriller "I.S.S.," starring Ariana DeBose and Chris Messina, which comes out Friday. We also catch up with the excellent German film "The Teacher's Lounge," which has been shortlisted in the international category at the Academy Awards. And speaking of awards, we talk in our news segment about the action-packed weekend that just occurred between the Emmys, Critics Choice and LA Film Critics dinner. Plus: Christy does a mini review of the rom-com "Anyone But You," which has become a sleeper hit over the past month. Make sure you join us next week for our Oscar nominations livestream at our YouTube channel! Mark your calendar for Noon PST on Tuesday, Jan. 23. We can't wait to hear your thoughts: https://www.youtube.com/live/VpCxdI7E7OE?si=_GRnED1obCB5kjwh

Jan 13, 2024

We remain determined to make fetch happen here at Breakfast All Day. It's an all-review episode, starting with our mixed feelings on "Mean Girls," the movie version of the musical version of the iconic 2004 comedy. We also discuss "The Book of Clarence," an ambitious, satirical biblical epic with a star-studded cast led by LaKeith Stanfield. Finally, there's "Lift" on Netflix, in which Kevin Hart leads a crew of high-tech thieves in stealing a half-billion dollars' worth of gold bars from a plane. And for our Patreon subscribers, we recap the first episode of Marvel's "Echo" on Disney+ and the penultimate episode of "Fargo" season 5 on Hulu. Thanks for hanging out with us! * Make sure you subscribe to Christy's newsletter! Saturday Matinee arrives in your inbox every Saturday (hence the name) with all the goodies you need for your weekend viewing. You can sign up at https://christylemire.com/ . * Start 2024 off in a healthy way with CAROL Bike. This well-made, easy-to-use stationary bike is a fun and efficient way to work out from the comfort of home. Take $250 off through Jan. 15 with our link and code BREAKFASTALLDAY: https://carolbike.pxf.io/QOq69a Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something, we'll receive a small commission.

Jan 10, 2024

It's a quick but nutrient-rich midweek episode for you on Breakfast All Day. In news, we discuss the announcement of "The Mandalorian & Grogu" movie, the Golden Globes, "Stranger Things" season 5, a "Purple Rain" stage production and more. Plus we have an in-depth spoiler discussion about Andrew Haigh's gorgeous drama "All of Us Strangers." If you haven't seen it yet, you've been warned! If you have seen it, let us know what you think happened in the film. Thanks so much for starting your year with us. * Subscribe to Christy's newsletter! Saturday Matinee comes to your inbox with all the goodies you need for the weekend and beyond. You can sign up at https://christylemire.com/.

Jan 6, 2024

We're delighted to be back with you here in 2024! In our first episode of the new year, we share our lists of the best and worst movies of the previous year, with a bit of overlap as well as some fun, unexpected choices. We also have our first review of 2024: "Night Swim," your annual January Blumhouse horror flick. It's better than it looks but it's not as deliriously kooky as "M3GAN." Plus we remember Tom Wilkinson and look ahead to this weekend's Golden Globes in news. Hope your holidays were great, and thanks for joining us once again! * Subscribe to Christy's newsletter! You'll get all the info you need to head into the weekend at Saturday Matinee. You can sign up at her website: https://christylemire.com/ * Start 2024 off in a healthy way with CAROL Bike. This well-made, easy-to-use stationary bike is a fun and efficient way to workout from the comfort of home. Take $250 off through Jan. 14 with our link and code BREAKFASTALLDAY: https://carolbike.pxf.io/QOq69a Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something, we'll receive a small commission.

Dec 23, 2023

It's our final episode of 2023, and we're so thrilled that you're here to share it with us. We have a quick hit of movie news, mainly because we wanted to discuss Ryan Gosling's Christmas version of "I'm Just Ken," which just came out this week. We also have reviews of the movie musical "The Color Purple," which is excellent, and the sequel "Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom," which is not. And for our Patreon subscribers , a recap of this week's "Fargo" season 5 episode. We are so extremely grateful to all of you for being a part of things at Breakfast All Day. We enjoyed our biggest growth yet, and we plan to keep it going. So thank you for your support and your enthusiasm, happy holidays to you and yours, and we'll see you in 2024! * Athletic Brewing Co. has delicious, alcohol-free beers for the season, including the cozy Lodge Life to sip by the fire. Plus Athletic can help you stay social during Dry January. Take 20% off variety packs and 10% off anytime with code BREAKFASTALLDAY. Shipping is free with orders of $50 or more. Enjoy here: https://athletic-brewing-co.sjv.io/e4oGYQ Some product links are affiliate links which mean if you buy something, we'll receive a small commission.

Dec 21, 2023

We love connecting with our viewers through livestreams at Breakfast All Day, and they're especially fun when they give Alonso the chance to share his enthusiasm and knowledge about Christmas movies. We had a great turnout at our YouTube channel Tuesday afternoon, but in case you missed it, here's our conversation in podcast form. Listen along as Christy struggles to figure out why the livestream settings are switched to Members Only off the top -- it's quite dramatic! We'll do another live chat when Oscar nominations are announced on Jan. 23, so mark your calendar and be sure to join usl

Dec 20, 2023

It's almost the end of the year, and that means major awards contenders are coming to theaters. We review three of them on the latest episode of Breakfast All Day: the star-studded "The Iron Claw," about the tragic Texas wrestling clan the Von Erichs; "All of Us Strangers," a beautifully crafted tale of love and longing starring Andrew Scott ad Paul Mescal; and "American Fiction," a biting satire that features one of the best performances you'll see all year from Jeffrey Wright. All three open Friday, Dec. 22; "American Fiction" goes wider that day. And for our Patreon subscribers, recaps of the finales of "The Gilded Age" and "Fellow Travelers." Thanks for taking us with you as you do your holiday shopping!

Dec 16, 2023

Mid-December means major awards contenders are in theaters -- at least in New York and Los Angeles, and hopefully somewhere near you soon if you don't live in those cities. On the latest Breakfast All Day, we have reviews of Michael Mann's "Ferrari" (which doesn't even come out until Christmas Day, so we're super early on it) and Jonathan Glazer's "The Zone of Interest," winner of four LA Film Critics awards this past weekend including best picture. In a quick news segment, we remember the late Andre Braugher and discuss the 4K restoration of Francis Ford Coppola's infamous dud "One From the Heart." And for our Patreon subscribers , we recap this week's episode of "Fargo" at the halfway point of season 5. Thanks so much for joining us, and head on over to ChristyLemire.com to subscribe to Christy's newsletter, Saturday Matinee! * Athletic Brewing Co. has delicious, alcohol-free beers for the season, including the cozy Lodge Life to sip by the fire. Plus Athletic can help you stay social during Dry January. Take 20% off variety packs and 10% off anytime with code BREAKFASTALLDAY. Shipping is free with orders of $50 or more. Enjoy here: https://athletic-brewing-co.sjv.io/e4oGYQ Some product links are affiliate links which mean if you buy something, we'll receive a small commission.

Dec 13, 2023

It's a very musical episode of Breakfast All Day! We review "Wonka," the Willy Wonka origin story starring Timothée Chalamet, and we're both surprised at how much we enjoyed it. We also wanted to make sure we discussed "Waitress: The Musical," which is the movie version of the Broadway production of the 2007 indie romance. Its limited theatrical run has been extended through Dec. 21. But first, news: LA Film Critics awards, Golden Globe nominations, the late Norman Lear's career and more. And over at our Patreon , we recap the penultimate episode of both "The Gilded Age" and "Fellow Travelers." Thanks for stopping by! Stay in shape throughout the holidays with CAROL Bike. The sturdy, at-home stationary bike is fun, efficient and easy to use. We have a great deal with them: Take $250 off through Jan. 15, 2024, with our code BREAKFASTALLDAY: https://carolbike.pxf.io/QOq69a Holiday Blend from Coffee Bros. makes the perfect gift! With its notes of cooked berry, cocoa and wine, this medium roast is just right for cozy gatherings. Take 15% off your order with our code BREAKFAST15. Shipping is free on orders of $50 or more: https://coffeebros.sjv.io/EKRRd9 Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something, we'll receive a small commission.

Dec 9, 2023

Dazzling spectacles abound, both dreamy and nightmarish, on the latest episode of Breakfast All Day. We got such a clamor for a review of "Godzilla Minus One" that we knew we had to catch up with it, and we're so glad we did. Then, we stay in Japan for "The Boy and the Heron," the first film in 10 years from the master animator Hayao Miyazaki, and possibly his last (although he still has his fastball at age 82). Then we wrap up with "Origin," an ambitious and admirable misfire from Ava DuVernay which has lots of big ideas but a clunky structure. And for our Patreon subscribers, we recap episode 4 of this latest "Fargo" seaon on Hulu. We'll be back Tuesday with news, where we'll discuss our LA Film Critics Association year-end vote and the careers of Norman Lear and Ryan O'Neal. Thanks for sharing some time with us during this busy time of year. * Looking for the perfect gift for the Star Wars fan in your life? NSABERS offers a wide variety of neopixel lightsabers, from budget-friendly sabers for beginners to more elaborate models for collectors and serious cosplayers. They're bright and durable, and you can customize any of them according to your favorite characters. Take 7% off your purchase with our link and code BREAKFASTALLDAY: https://nsabers.com/?ref=jowos596 * Stay in shape throughout the holidays with CAROL Bike. The sturdy, at-home stationary bike is fun, efficient and easy to use. We have a great deal with them: Take $250 off through Jan. 15, 2024, with our code BREAKFASTALLDAY: https://carolbike.pxf.io/QOq69a Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something, we'll receive a small commission.

Dec 6, 2023

We review the best movie of the year on the latest episode of Breakfast All Day. Christy and Alonso both loved "Poor Things," the latest from Greek auteur Yorgos Lanthimos. And while we realize that it's super boring when we agree, we're both going to end up putting this at the top of our best of 2023 lists. We also catch up on some movie news, including Spirit Award nominations, Beyoncé's "Renaissance" box office, Disney giving up on "The Marvels," and that thrilling "Furiosa" trailer. And over at our Patreon, we recap the latest episodes of "The Gilded Age" and "Fellow Travelers." Thanks for hanging out with this during this busy season! * Stay in shape throughout the holidays with CAROL Bike. The sturdy, at-home stationary bike is fun, efficient and easy to use. We have a great deal with them: Take $250 off through Jan. 15, 2024, with our code BREAKFASTALLDAY: https://carolbike.pxf.io/QOq69a * Looking for the perfect gift for the Star Wars fan in your life? NSABERS offers a wide variety of neopixel lightsabers, from budget-friendly sabers for beginners to more elaborate models for collectors and serious cosplayers. They're bright and durable, and you can customize any of them according to your favorite characters. Take 7% off your purchase with our link and code BREAKFASTALLDAY: https://nsabers.com/?ref=jowos596 Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something, we'll receive a small commission.

Dec 2, 2023

We're getting in formation -- albeit a little late -- for the latest episode of Breakfast All Day. Apologies for keeping you waiting, but we wanted to make sure we had time to see the extravaganza that is "Renaissance: A Film By Beyoncé." The three-hour epic, which Beyoncé wrote, directed and produced, documents her recent world tour on stage and behind the scenes. You will learn more than you ever could have imagined about scaffolding. We also review "Eileen," a sexy, srtylish noir set in 1960s Massachusetts starring Thomasin McKenzie and Anne Hathaway. Both films are in theaters now. And over at our Patreon, we recap this weeks episode of "Fargo" season 5 on Hulu. It was a trip! Thanks for your patience and for sticking with us. Looking for the perfect gift for the Star Wars fan in your life? Nsabers offers a wide variety of neopixel lightsabers, from budget-friendly sabers for beginners to more elaborate models for collectors and serious cosplayers. They're bright and durable, and you can customize any of them according to your favorite characters. Take 7% off your purchase with our link and code BREAKFASTALLDAY: https://nsabers.com/?ref=jowos596 Holiday Blend from Coffee Bros. makes the perfect gift! With its notes of cooked berry, cocoa and wine, this medium roast is just right for cozy gatherings. Take 15% off your order with our code BREAKFAST15. Shipping is free on orders of $50 or more: https://coffeebros.sjv.io/EKRRd9 Some product links are affiliate links which mean if you buy something, we'll receive a small commission.

Nov 29, 2023

Great to see you again! We're back from the Thanksgiving holiday with heaping servings of news and reviews: Todd Haynes' "May December," in theaters now and coming to Netflix this Friday, Dec. 1, plus a catch-up with Eli Roth's latest horror movie "Thanksgiving." And for our Patreon subscribers, we recap the first two episodes of "Fargo" season 5. Hope you enjoyed your time with family and friends, and thanks for sharing some of your time with us. * Holiday Blend from Coffee Bros. makes the perfect gift! With its notes of cooked berry, cocoa and wine, this medium roast is just right for cozy gatherings. Take 15% off your order with our code BREAKFAST15. Shipping is free on orders of $50 or more: https://coffeebros.sjv.io/EKRRd9 *Athletic Brewing Co. has delicious, alcohol-free beers for the season, including the cozy Lodge Life to sip by the fire. Take $20 off your first $50 purchase now through Nov. 28. Take 10% off anytime with code BREAKFASTALLDAY. Shipping is free with orders of $50 or more. Enjoy here: https://athletic-brewing-co.sjv.io/e4oGYQ * Looking for the perfect gift for the Star Wars fan in your life? Nsabers offers a wide variety of neopixel lightsabers, from budget-friendly sabers for beginners to more elaborate models for collectors and serious cosplayers. They're bright and durable, and you can customize any of them according to your favorite characters. Take 7% off your purchase with our link and code BREAKFASTALLDAY: https://nsabers.com/?ref=jowos596 Some product links are affiliate links which mean if you buy something, we'll receive a small commission.

Nov 20, 2023

It's a huge week for historical epics with major awards aspirations. First, we review "Maestro," Bradley Cooper's follow up to "A Star Is Born," which he directs, co-writes and stars in as legendary conductor and composer Leonard Bernstein. We also discuss "Napoleon," Ridley Scott's massive exploration of the French emperor and military commander, starring Joaquin Phoenix. We're taking off the rest of the week for Thanksgiving, but we'll return soon with more reviews and TV recaps on our Patreon, so be sure to check back! We're thankful for you and hope you enjoy the holiday with family and friends or however you're celebrating. * Coffee Bros. Holiday Blend is here! With its notes of cooked berry, cocoa and wine, this medium roast is perfect for cozy gatherings. Take 15% off your order with our code BREAKFAST15. Shipping is free on orders of $50 or more: https://coffeebros.sjv.io/EKRRd9 * Stay in shape throughout the holidays with CAROL Bike. The sturdy, at-home stationary bike is fun, efficient and easy to use. We have a great deal with them: Take $250 off through Jan. 15, 2024, with our code BREAKFASTALLDAY: https://carolbike.pxf.io/QOq69a Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something, we'll receive a small commission.

Nov 18, 2023

Heading into Thanksgiving getaway weekend with a mix of movies that are both dreamlike and nightmarish: Emerald Fennell's stylish social satire "Saltburn" and the surreal Nicolas Cage comedy "Dream Scenario." Plus, we discuss the queer/Christmas/slasher mashup "It's a Wonderful Knife," which is a better title than an actual movie. Check back early next week for reviews of two of the biggest films of this awards season: "Maestro" and "Napoleon." Until then, travel safely if you're going somewhere for the holiday, and thanks for taking us with you on the Breakfast All Day podcast! *Athletic Brewing Co. has delicious, alcohol-free beers for the season, including the cozy Lodge Life to sip by the fire. Take $20 off your first $50 purchase now through Nov. 28. Take 10% off anytime with code BREAKFASTALLDAY. Shipping is free with orders of $50 or more. Enjoy here: athletic-brewing-co.sjv.io/e4oGYQ

Nov 11, 2023

We have some of the biggest disagreements in the history of the show the latest episode of Breakfast All Day, First, we have a spoiler-free review of "The Marvels," the latest installment in the MCU. One of us liked it; the other didn't. Then we have an early review of the prequel "The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes," which opens Nov. 17. One of us liked it; the other didn't. In news, we talk the end of the SAG-AFTRA strike, "Coyote vs. Acme," the "Inside Out 2" trailer, Jared Leto climbing the Empire State Building and more. And over at our Patreon we recap this week's finales of "Loki" and "The Morning Show." Thanks as always for joining us!

Nov 8, 2023

We did it! We reached our goal of welcoming 25,000 subscribers to our Breakfast All Day YouTube channel by the end of the year. So we did a livestream to celebrate and say thank you to our awesome viewers, and we're sharing the audio here in case you missed it or would rather hear our discussion in podcast form. We did a long overdue Ask Us Anything, with topics ranging from movies we've walked out of to favorite Talking Heads songs to whether we are a couple. (Spoiler: We're not, and if we were, it would be news to our husbands.) Plus: Who should play us in a biopic? Listen and enjoy, and thank you so much for being a part of our smart, thoughtful community of film lovers! And if you're looking for our usual TV recaps, they're over at our Patreon . Today we caught up with the latest episodes of "The Gilded Age" on Max and "Fellow Travelers" on Showtime. Thanks for watching along with us!

Nov 4, 2023

The calendar says November but we're already talking about Christmas movies here at Breakfast All Day. Christy and Alonso review "The Holdovers," Alexander Payne's '70s-inspired, low-key charmer. We also discuss "Rustin," featuring a thrilling performance from Colman Domingo as civil rights activist Bayard Rustin. In news, we discuss that big Variety article about Marvel in turmoil, "The Fall Guy" trailer, the late Lisa Marie Presley's opposition to the "Priscilla" script and more. Plus, for our Patreon subscribers, we catch up with the last two weeks of "Loki" and "The Morning Show." And make sure you join us at our YouTube channel for a live celebration for reaching 25K subscribers! It'll be Tuesday, Nov. 7 at Noon PST. Festive attire is optional but encouraged! Coffee Bros. Holiday Blend is here! With its notes of cooked berry, cocoa and wine, this medium roast is perfect for cozy gatherings. Take 15% off your order with our code BREAKFAST15. Shipping is free on orders of $50 or more: https://coffeebros.sjv.io/EKRRd9 Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something, we'll receive a small commission.

Nov 1, 2023

We're heartbroken over the news of Matthew Perry's death here at Breakfast All Day. We discuss his career, his work on "Friends" and the way he tried to inspire others through his struggles with sobriety. Also in news: the death of Richard Roundtree at 81, "Five Nights at Freddy's" box office, intermissions during "Killers of the Flower Moon" and more. Speaking of Martin Scorsese's epic, we do an in-depth spoiler discussion about its bold ending. Spoilers abound! Let us know what you thought about it. And for our Patreon subscribers , we recap the premieres of the gay romance "Fellow Travelers" on Showtime and season 2 of "The Gilded Age" on HBO. thanks as always for joining us. * Coffee Bros. Holiday Blend is here! With its notes of cooked berry, cocoa and wine, this medium roast is perfect for cozy gatherings. Take 15% off your order with our code BREAKFAST15. Shipping is free on orders of $50 or more: https://coffeebros.sjv.io/EKRRd9 Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something, we'll receive a small commission.

Oct 27, 2023

It's definitely awards season with two new movies from two very different auteurs. First, we have a review of "The Killer," David Fincher's stylish, darkly funny noir starring Michael Fassbender as a meticulous hitman. We also discuss "Priscilla," Sofia Coppola's dreamy depiction of Priscilla Presley's early life and marriage to Elvis. Alonso and Christy have very different takes on these films but agree that they're both gorgeously shot and beautifully detailed. We're both traveling this week, but we'll be back at our Patreon next week to catch up on recaps of "Loki" and "The Morning Show," plus we'll launch into the miniseries "Fellow Travelers" and season 2 of "The Gilded Age." Look forward to having you join us! * Athletic Brewing Co. has an autumnal, alcohol-free beer that's just right for the season. Dark & Gourdy offers a warm blend of pumpkin and spice. Take 10% off your order with code BREAKFASTALLDAY. Shipping is free on orders of at least $50. Check out all their delicious non-alcoholic options here: https://athletic-brewing-co.sjv.io/e4oGYQ Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something we'll receive a small commission.

Oct 21, 2023

We're traveling and juggling and running around, but we'll always find time to stop and chat with you about the latest movies here at Breakfast All Day. Alonso is in South Carolina and Christy is going to Dallas soon. But in the midst of all that, we have a rave review of Martin Scorsese's epic "Killers of the Flower Moon." See it on the biggest screen you can with the best possible sound. We also review "Nyad," starring Annette Bening as legendary long-distance swimmer Diana Nyad. Both are in theaters now and streaming in upcoming weeks. In news, we discuss SAG-AFTRA rules about Halloween costumes, Taylor Swift's box office boom, the Egyptian Theatre reopening, Piper Laurie and more. And there's a ton of goodies for our Patreon subscribers: recaps of "Loki" and "The Morning Show," plus an Off the Menu review of "Death Becomes Her." Thanks as always for sharing some of your time with us!

Oct 14, 2023

We've got a blank space, baby, and we ... put this podcast in it. We're fresh from our opening night showings of "Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour" movie with lots of thoughts and catchy songs stuck on our heads. Do you plan on seeing the nearly three-hour concert film experience? Let us know! Also, we review the riveting mystery "Anatomy of a Fall," this year's Cannes Film Festival Palme d'Or winner. Get you a film review podcast that can do both. And for our Patreon subscribers, we recap the latest episodes of "Loki" on Disney+ and "The Morning Show" on Apple TV+. Thanks as always for joining us here at Breakfast All Day!

Oct 11, 2023

We've got a quick news catch-up and a great new indie for you on the latest Breakfast All Day podcast episode. Christy and Alonso discuss the Writers Guild ratifying a new contract, "The Exorcist: Believer" box office, Guillermo Del Toro, the late Terence Davies and more. We also review Kitty Green's stressful, slow-burn thriller "The Royal Hotel," featuring excellent performances from Julia Garner and Jessica Henwick. Check back later this week when we'll have a review of "Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour" movie. We can't wait to hear your thoughts on it too! * We're thrilled to be partnering with Coffee Bros.! New York-based brothers Nick and Dan Hunnewell make small-batch coffee that's ethically sourced from around the world. Take 15% off your coffee order with code BREAKFAST15: https://coffeebros.sjv.io/EKRRd9 * Athletic Brewing Co. has an autumnal, alcohol-free beer that's just right for the season. Dark & Gourdy offers a warm blend of pumpkin and spice. Take 10% off your order with code BREAKFASTALLDAY. Shipping is free on orders of at least $50. Check out all their delicious non-alcoholic options here: https://athletic-brewing-co.sjv.io/e4oGYQ Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something, we'll receive a small commission.

Oct 7, 2023

The Devil made us do it, and by "it," we mean reviewing the latest movies here at Breakfast All Day. We were not scared in the slightest by David Gordon Green's "The Exorcist: Believer," a direct sequel to the 1973 horror classic and the first of three films he has planned in the franchise. But we're extremely split on the wildly raunchy "Dicks: The Musical." One of us liked the A24 comedy and the other didn't -- can you guess who is who? And it's a big day over at our Patreon , between the "Ahsoka" finale and the "Loki" season 2 premiere, plus the latest episode of "The Morning Show," which was jam-packed. Thanks so much for joining us! Athletic Brewing Co. has an autumnal, alcohol-free beer that's just right for the season. Dark & Gourdy offers a warm blend of pumpkin and spice. Take 10% off your order with code BREAKFASTALLDAY. Shipping is free on orders of at least $50. Check out all their delicious non-alcoholic options here . We love Riverside because it allows us to record in 1080p. You can meet and record for videos, podcasts, social media and more, and it's easy and fun to use. Plus Magic Clips make it simple to find and share the best parts. Get 15% off your membership with code BREAKFAST15. To find out more, visit Riverside here. Some product links are affiliate links which mean if you buy something, we'll receive a small commission.

Oct 3, 2023

Just a quick midweek pop-in on this very busy week! October in general is kinda crazy, but we'll always find time to talk about the latest movies with you here at Breakfast All Day. First, Saoirse Ronan and Paul Mescal are beautiful and miserable in a dystopian future in the frustrating drama "Foe." We do our best to talk about it without spoilers. We also have a quick chat about "Strange Way of Life," Pedro Almodovar's queer Western short starring Ethan Hawke and Pedro Pascal. And for our Patreon subscribers , we recap the exciting finale of "Only Murders in the Building" season three. We know who did it! Thanks for watching along with us. Thinking of cutting the cord? Looking for a streaming service that has it all? Check out fuboTV. They offer a ton of live sports programming as well as hundreds of news, entertainment and movie channels. Take 15% off your first month of Fubo Pro with our Breakfast All Day link: https://www.fubo.tv/stream/tv/?irad=1812166&irmp=3656599&offer_banner&offer=pro-affiliation-15-off Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something, we'll receive a small commission.

Sep 30, 2023

We've got big, bold sci-fi, and small, sweet shorts on the latest episode of the Breakfast All Day podcast. Christy and Alonso have a spoiler-free review of "The Creator," Gareth Edwards' visually dazzling but narratively frustrating artificial intelligence epic. We also review Wes Anderson's "The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar," one of several Netflix shorts he made based on Roald Dahl stories. There are four total, which may not pop up at first, so make sure you look for them. In news, we discuss the late, legendary Michael Gambon, who died recently at 82. And for our Patreon subscribers , recaps of the latest on "Ahsoka" (which thankfully is ending soon) and "The Morning Show." Thanks for joining us as we head into a new month! Thinking of cutting the cord? Looking for a streaming service that has it all? Check out fuboTV. They offer a ton of live sports programming as well as hundreds of news, entertainment and movie channels. Take 15% off your first month of Fubo Pro with our Breakfast All Day link. Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something, we'll receive a small commission.

Sep 27, 2023

It's our 400th podcast episode here at Breakfast All Day! And what better way to celebrate than with an end to the Writers Guild strike and a review of a lovely new movie. Alonso and Christy have a quick but exciting news segment, including a WGA deal after five months of picketing and the classic '80s TV series "Moonlighting" coming to Hulu starting Oct. 10. We also discuss "Flora and Son," the latest musical charmer from writer-director John Carney ("Once," "Sing Street"). It's in theaters now and streaming on Apple TV+ starting Sept. 29. And for our Patreon subscribers , a recap of the penultimate episode of "Only Murders in the Building" season three and an Off the Menu review of William Friedkin's 1971 cop thriller "The French Connection." Thanks for sticking with us all this time! * We're thrilled to be partnering with Coffee Bros.! New York-based brothers Nick and Dan Hunnewell make small-batch coffee that's ethically sourced from around the world. Take 15% off your coffee order with code BREAKFAST15: https://coffeebros.sjv.io/EKRRd9

Sep 23, 2023

We've got high and low culture here at Breakfast All Day, and we'll let you figure out which one is which. First, we review "Expend4bles," the fourth movie in the "Expendables" franchise and by far the worst. But we also get to discuss one of our favorite movies ever -- and one of the best of the year, even though it came out in 1984 -- Jonathan Demme's Talking Heads concert film "Stop Making Sense." It's in IMAX for one week in a glorious 4K restoration, then playing everywhere starting Sept. 29. Truly a must-see in the theater! And for our Patreon subscribers, recaps of "Ahsoka" and "The Morning Show." Thanks for sharing some of your time with us! *Thinking of cutting the cord? Looking for a streaming service that has it all? Check out fuboTV. They offer a ton of live sports programming as well as hundreds of news, entertainment and movie channels. Take 15% off your first month of Fubo Pro with our Breakfast All Day link: https://www.fubo.tv/stream/tv/?irad=1812166&irmp=3656599&offer_banner&offer=pro-affiliation-15-off * We're thrilled to be partnering with Coffee Bros.! New York-based brothers Nick and Dan Hunnewell make small-batch coffee that's ethically sourced from around the world. Take 15% off your coffee order with code BREAKFAST15: https://coffeebros.sjv.io/EKRRd9

Sep 20, 2023

Nothing but the smartest reviews here at Breakfast All Day. We're not totally on the same page about "Dumb Money," based on the GameStop stock explosion of 2020, but we agree that it features great performances from its ensemble cast, including Paul Dano, Pete Davidson, America Ferrera and Vincent D'Onofrio. In news, we discuss all the talk shows that have gone back on hold because of the strikes, "Lando," Russell Brand, "Winning Time" and more. And over at our Patreon , we recap this week's eventful and emotional episode of "Only Murders in the Building" on Hulu. Thanks for joining us! * Thinking of cutting the cord? We've got a cool new deal to offer you from fuboTV. Take 15% off your first month of Fubo Pro with our Breakfast All Day link.

Sep 16, 2023

We wouldn't dream of spoiling "A Haunting in Venice," but we can say it's Kenneth Branagh's best Agatha Christie adaptation yet. We have a spoiler-free review of this gorgeous thriller on the latest episode of the Breakfast All Day podcast. In news, we discuss the "Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour" movie, Bill Maher, Chris Pine, the return of *NSYNC and more. Over on our Patreon , we recap the first two nutty episodes of "The Morning Show" season 3 on Apple TV+, as well as the week's lengthy episode of "Ahsoka," which was surprisingly great. Plus: Christy is now on Cameo! If you'd like her to record a little video for you or the movie lover in your life, click here.

Sep 13, 2023

Just a quick midweek drop in here at Breakfast All Day but it's loaded with good stuff. We have reviews of a couple of films we both really liked: Pablo Larrain's lushly beautiful, black-and-white "El Conde," which depicts former Chilean dictator Augusto Pinochet as an actual vampire; and the witty and sweet indie dramedy "Scrapper," which has hints of "Paper Moon" in its unusual father-daughter bond. (Christy loved it.) In news, we discuss box office, Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis, Drew Barrymore and more. And over at our Patreon , we recap the star-studded latest episode of "Only Murders in the Building" on Hulu. Thanks for joining us! Here are the links we mentioned: Scarecrow Video's new rent-by-mail system "Scrapper" playdates

Sep 9, 2023

We're heading into fall with the help of some of our favorite critics here at Breakfast All Day. William Bibbiani shares his horror insights on a review on "The Nun II," the latest installment in The Conjuring Universe. Alonso's husband, Dave White, steps in to talk about "My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3," which inspires one of our biggest disagreements ever. Plus: Alonso is back from the Venice Film Festival with a recap in our news segment of several of the movies he saw, including "Poor Things," "Priscilla," "Maestro" and "Ferrari." For our latest "Was It Great or Were 8?" review, we revisit the 1976 dystopian thriller "Logan's Run." And over at our Patreon , we catch up on the past couple weeks of "Ahsoka" and "Only Murders in the Building." Thanks so much for hanging out with all of us!

Sep 1, 2023

Summer may be over, but we still have some equalizin' to do here at Breakfast All Day. Our great friend Tim Grierson helps out with a review of "The Equalizer 3," which finds Denzel Washington righting wrongs when the Mafia terrorizes an Italian village. And Alonso's husband, Dave White, steps in for a couple of reviews while Alonso's away covering the Venice Film Festival: the surprisingly charming Netflix comedy "You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah," and the bland Hilary Swank drama "The Good Mother," in theaters now. Enjoy the long holiday weekend, and check back next week for the latest installment in our "Was It Great or Were You 8?" series. Thanks for spending some of your time with us!

Aug 26, 2023

We laughed our asses off at "Bottoms," a delightfully nutty indie comedy that's in theaters now. Alonso and Christy have a rave review of the film, starring real-life longtime friends Rachel Sennott and Ayo Edebiri as misfit lesbian teens who start an after-school fight club to hook up with cheerleaders. We also have a quick news segment, including "Dune: Part Two" getting pushed to March 2024 and trailers for "Cat Person," "Flora and Son" and more. Thanks for hanging out with us as summer comes to a close here at Breakfast All Day!

Aug 23, 2023

We can't imagine reviewing "Gran Turismo" without our old friend Matt Atchity. He returns to Breakfast All Day this week to share his expertise on video games, and cars, and video games about cars. The Neill Blomkamp action film tells the true story of gamer-turned-racer Jann Mardenborough, and it's surprisingly really good. Also, Alonso and Christy catch up with some movie news, including the trailer for Zack Snyder's two-part "Rebel Moon" on Netflix, "Blue Beetle" box office and Britney Spears' divorce. And over at our Patreon , we revisit Ruben Ostlund's "Force Majeure" from 2014 for our August Off the Menu, and recap this week's "Only Murders in the Building" episode. Thanks for joining us!

Aug 19, 2023

Summer's ending and we're here for the random array of movies that come around this time of year on Breakfast All Day. Our great friend Tim Grierson from Screen International helps out with a couple of reviews: "Blue Beetle," the latest superhero origin story from DC Studios, and "Strays," an extremely R-rated talking dog comedy. Then Alonso and Christy review "Oldboy" (2003), Park Chan-wook's twisted and tragic noir, which is back in theaters in a 4K remaster. And over at our Patreon , we recap episodes 5 and 6 of the latest "Heartstopper" season on Netflix. Thanks for sharing some of your time with us!

Aug 15, 2023

It's always such a pleasure to hang out with you guys during our LIVE Ask Us Anything sessions. Thanks so much to all the folks who showed up in the middle of a Tuesday -- or whatever time it is where you live -- to ask thoughtful questions and chat with us. In case you missed it on YouTube , here's our latest livestream in podcast form. Among the topic we discussed were our favorite movies by Scorsese, Spielberg, Hitchcock and more; film composers we're loving lately; movies we've walked out on; movies that helped us grieve the loss of a parent, and more. And if you're interested in reviewing a movie with us through the Table for One service we discuss here, please email us at bfastalldaypod@gmail.com for details. It's been a great way to get to know you guys better. Enjoy the rest of your summer, and thanks for spending part of it with us!

Aug 12, 2023

It's a mixed bag on this mid-August episode of Breakfast All Day. We review the horror movie "The Last Voyage of the Demeter," which really should have been called "Vampire Boat." It's in theaters now and it's not good. We also discuss the gay rom-com "Red, White & Royal Blue," based on the best-selling novel. It's streaming on Prime Video and it's very good. In news, we talk about "Wonder Woman 3," the Primetime Emmys moving to January, Robbie Robertson of The Band and more. And over at our Patreon , we recap episodes 3 and 4 of the new season of "Heartstopper" on Netflix. Thanks for being here! Make sure you join us for our LIVE Ask Us Anything! Join us at our YouTube channel on Tuesday, Aug. 15 at Noon PDT. Make sure you hit the "Notify Me" button so you don't miss a thing. Here's a link. Hope to see you!

Aug 9, 2023

Have you seen "They Cloned Tyrone"? It's this trippy sci-fi/comedy that upends blaxploitation tropes and keeps you guessing the whole way through. We have a spoiler-free catch-up review of the Netflix film, starring a terrific John Boyega, Teyonah Parris and Jamie Foxx, on the latest Breakfast All Day. In news, we remember the legendary director William Friedkin ("The Exorcist," "The French Connection"), who died at 87. Plus we discuss "Barbie" crossing the billion-dollar mark worldwide, Mr. Beast's burger lawsuit, and the passing of "Breaking Bad" and "Better Call Saul" actor Mark Margolis. And for our Patreon subscribers , we recap the first two episodes of "Only Murders in the Building" season 3 on Hulu. It's great to be back at the Arconia! Thanks for hanging out with us.

Aug 5, 2023

Surely, if anyone can save us from rampaging megalodons, it's Jason Statham on a Jet-Ski. At least that's the point of "Meg 2: The Trench," which takes way too long to get going. We have a review of this surprisingly dull late-summer sequel on Breakfast All Day. We also review the indie rom-com "Shortcomings," Randall Park's feature directorial debut, starring Justin H. Min, Sherry Cola and Ally Maki. Plus the always brilliant Katie Walsh helps out with a catch-up review of the Australian horror movie "Talk to Me." In news, we have a bunch of corrections -- sometimes, we get things wrong! --plus Pedro Almodovar and Weird Barbie. And for our Patreon subscribers, we recap the first two episodes of "Heartstopper" season 2 on Netflix, which is as charming as ever. Come on in, the water's fine!

Aug 2, 2023

So great to be back with you again after traveling for much of July! But we wish we had happier news to share here at Breakfast All Day. Among the topics Alonso and Christy discuss in movie news are the deaths of Paul Reubens, Sinead O'Connor and Angus Cloud. Also: the latest in Barbenheimer box office, the writers' and actors' strikes, and the "Loki" season 2 trailer. Plus we have a review of the animated comedy "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem," which is shockingly pretty great. Be on the lookout for reviews of "Talk to Me" and "Meg 2: The Trench" later this week. Thanks as always for sharing your time with us, and hope you're keeping cool!

Jul 28, 2023

Travel back in time with us to 1980 for the latest round of our favorite game: Was It Great or Were You 8? This time, it was Christy's turn to pick a favorite movie from childhood to determine whether it truly was great or she just remembers it fondly through nostalgia. She chose "9 to 5," the workplace comedy starring Lily Tomlin, Dolly Parton and Jane Fonda. What do you think of the film? Let us know! We'll be back to our regular podcast schedule of news and reviews starting next week after being in and out on vacation lately. So thanks for listening, and hope you're having a terrific summer!

Jul 27, 2023

It's been a huge week at the movies between "Barbie" and "Oppenheimer," and since there's so much to discuss in both films, we decided to do one big, sparkly, explosive spoiler chat combining the two. In case you missed our YouTube livestream , here's the audio version for your podcast enjoyment. What did you think of these movies? Did you do the Barbenheimer double feature -- and if so, what order did you do them in? Let us know, and thanks for sharing part of your summer with us. Christy and Alonso have both been in and out of town the past few weeks, but we'll be back to our usual podcast schedule soon.

Jul 18, 2023

It's summer, so we're sort of in and out and all over the place, but we'll always find time to check in with you here at Breakfast All Day. We have a review of the indie comedy "Theater Camp," which affectionately skewers these over-eager drama nerds. It's in theaters now. And we wanted to share a segment with you that we regularly do for our Patreon subscribers. It's called Off the Menu: Every month, we offer a poll featuring several movies in a certain theme. You vote, we review it. For July, we honor the late, legendary Alan Arkin with a look back at the thrilling "Wait Until Dark" (1967), in which he terrorizes a blind Audrey Hepburn. Be sure to check back next week, when we'll have a LIVE Barbenheimer spoiler chat on our YouTube channel once "Barbie" and "Oppenheimer" have both been in theaters for a few days. We hope you're having a terrific summer, and we appreciate you spending some of it with us!

Jul 12, 2023

A quick midweek pop-in for you here at Breakfast All Day. We've got a jam-packed news segment between trailers for "Wonka" and "Napoleon," plus first reactions out of the "Barbie" premiere, Madonna and Jamie Foxx on the mend, and Tom Holland discussing his sobriety. We also have a review of the Max documentary "Rock Hudson: All That Heaven Allowed," about the 1950s and '60s screen icon, his life as a closeted gay man and his death from AIDS. We'll be in and out the next few weeks, but be on the lookout for out-of-the-theater reactions to "Barbie" and "Oppenheimer" on our YouTube channel . Plus we'll be doing a LIVE spoiler discussion of both films on July 26 at Noon PDT, so be sure to join us then. Hope you're having a great summer!

Jul 8, 2023

Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to join us for reviews of some big summer movies here at Breakfast All Day. We begin with an early look at the thrilling "Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One," which is in theaters July 12. See the latest Tom Cruise extravaganza on the biggest screen you can with the best possible sound. We also review the extremely R-rated comedy "Joy Ride," which features a great cast and a healthy mix of raunchy and sweet. Of course we had to review the "Wham!" documentary on Netflix, since Christy's loved the British pop duo for the past four decades. It's an extremely enjoyable watch. And over at our Patreon , we recap this week's "Secret Invasion" on Disney+ and "The Bear" episodes 5 and 6 (the star-studded Christmas fiasco) on Hulu. Thanks for sharing some of your summer with us! Want to review a movie with Christy and Alonso? Here's how: We offer a service at Breakfast All Day called Table for One. You pick a film, we all talk about it together, then we send you the video to enjoy. It's been so much fun and a great way to get to know our viewers better. To find out more about scheduling and pricing, email us at bfastalldaypod@gmail.com.

Jul 1, 2023

We're honoring the legend Alan Arkin on the latest episode of Breakfast All Day. The Oscar-winning "Little Miss Sunshine" actor, who showed extraordinary range over seven decades of performances, died this week at 89. In other news, we discuss the discovery of Julian Sands' remains, the "Dune: Part Two" trailer, Ryan Seacrest, Madonna and more. We also review the DreamWorks animated comedy "Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken" and the documentary "Every Body," about intersex people fighting for their rights and understanding. And for our Patreon subscribers, we have recaps of "Secret Invasion" episode 2 and "The Bear" season 2 episodes 3-4. Have a safe July 4th holiday weekend and we'll see you again soon!

Jun 27, 2023

We're here with a quick, midweek pop-in on Breakfast All Day. So many people asked us to catch up with "Extraction 2," the Chris Hemsworth action sequel on Netflix, that we couldn't possibly say no (even though we'd totally forgotten that we reviewed the original "Extraction" in April 2020). And in news, we have a major correction regarding Jennifer Lawrence's nude beach fight scene in "No Hard Feelings," plus box office and the real-life Barbie Malibu dream house. Thanks as always for joining us!

Jun 24, 2023

Big week on the podcast! We have an early, spoiler-free review of "Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny," which is in theaters June 30. Join us for one last adventure with Harrison Ford. We also review "No Hard Feelings," Jennifer Lawrence's R-rated comedy which is a throwback to the raunchy sex romps of the early '80s. In news, we talk about the use of AI in the "Secret Invasion" titles, the gutting of Turner Classic Movies, and a bunch of new trailers including "Challengers" and "The Beanie Bubble." And speaking of "Secret Invasion," we recap episode 1 of the new Disney+ Marvel series on our Patreon along with the first two episodes of "The Bear" season 2 on Hulu. Heard, Chef! Thanks for joining us here at Breakfast All Day.

Jun 21, 2023

Our latest LIVE spoiler chat was so much fun! Thanks to everyone who shared part of their day with us. In case you missed the conversation on our YouTube channel, here it is in podcast form. We discussed spoilers and box office for "The Flash," as well as "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse," "Barbie," "Oppenheimer" and the notions of fan service and superhero fatigue in general. Give it a listen and share your thoughts! And if you haven't subscribed to our Breakfast All Day channel , we'd love to have you. We'll do another one of these in late July, so we hope to see you then!

Jun 20, 2023

We're dropping in with a quick, mid-week catch-up on a couple of movies we think you'll enjoy. First, we review "The Blackening," a horror comedy that takes a sharp, satirical look at the way black characters so often are depicted in slasher flicks. Plus, we discuss the documentary "Lynch/Oz," a thrilling and thought-provoking video essay that explores how "The Wizard of Oz" has influenced David Lynch over the years. (For a list of release dates throughout the summer, click here .) Check back with us on Friday for an early look at "Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny." Until then, thanks for sharing some of your time with us here at Breakfast All Day!

Jun 17, 2023

Grab yourself some popcorn and a drink and join us for our review of "Elemental." We both really liked the latest from Pixar on the latest episode of Breakfast All Day -- it's gorgeous and very entertaining -- even if it doesn't reach the heights of the animation company's greatest films. In movie news, we discuss the loss of a few greats in their industries: actress Glenda Jackson, author Cormac McCarthy and comic artist John Romita Sr. Also: the Netflix "Wham!" documentary trailer, and the possibility of Sarah Polley directing a live-action "Bambi" for Disney. Over at our Patreon , we review Celine Sciamma's 2011 drama "Tomboy" for June's Off the Menu selection. And be sure to visit our YouTube channel on Wednesday, June 21 at 10 am PDT for LIVE spoiler chat about "The Flash" and any other summer movies you'd like to discuss. Thanks as always for hanging out with us!

Jun 14, 2023

We've packed up the station wagon and we're ready for a road trip to "Asteroid City." Alonso and Christy have very different thoughts on the latest from writer-director Wes Anderson, but we agree that the cast is terrific and the cinematography and production design are sublime. It opens in New York and Los Angeles June 16 before going wider the following week. And in our news segment, we remember Treat Williams and discuss box office, "The French Connection," Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie's winery dispute and more. Thanks for listening to the latest episode of Breakfast All Day!

Jun 9, 2023

We, too, are more than meets the eye here at Breakfast All Day. On our latest episode, we have a review of "Transformers: Rise of the Beasts," which we were surprised to find we kinda liked. It isn't quite as good as 2018's "Bumblebee," but it's better than the Michael Bay movies. We also sink our teeth into "Flamin' Hot," Eva Longoria's Flamin' Hot Cheetos origin story, which is streaming on both Disney+ and Hulu. Grab yourself a bowl of something salty and spicy and join us! And thanks for being here.

Jun 7, 2023

We're coming at you so fast on the latest Breakfast All Day, you can't even see us. "The Flash" doesn't come out until June 16, but we have an early, spoiler-free review of the latest DC Studios superhero extravaganza. Also, our great friend William Bibbiani -- better known as Bibbs -- helps out with a catch-up review of "The Boogeyman," based on the Stephen King short story. And in news, "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse" box office, Elliot Page's memoir, and a Movie House Shout-Out for the fantastic folks at Vidiots, which just re-opened in the Eagle Rock section of Los Angeles. To find out more about their programming or make a donation, you can find Vidiots here. Thanks as always for sharing some of your time with us!

Jun 3, 2023

It's an incredible week at the movies, thanks to two extremely different new releases. First on Breakfast All Day, we have a spoiler-free review of "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse," a spectacular sequel that manages to surpass the Oscar-winning original. We also have a rave for "Past Lives," a delicate and melancholy romance from first-time writer-director Celine Song. They'll probably both end up being among the best films of the year. In news, we discuss Dwayne Johnson, Kim Cattrall, Kenneth Anger, "Oppenheimer" and more. And over at our Patreon , we have recaps of the "Ted Lasso" finale and episodes 7 and 8 on season 3 of "The Great." Thanks for starting your summer with us!

May 31, 2023

We're just staring out at the water, thinking about how sad we are that "Succession" is over after four seasons. Christy recaps the incredible series finale with insights from the brilliant Dr. Ramani , a narcissism expert who's been analyzing the HBO show all season long on her YouTube channel. Spoilers, obviously, but this was a great conversation so we hope you enjoy it. Also on the latest Breakfast All Day, Alonso and Christy review "Reality," an HBO Original drama starring Sydney Sweeney as whistleblower Reality Winner. And over on our Patreon , we revisit the classic film noir "The Third Man" for May's Off the Menu. Thanks for joining us!

May 27, 2023

We pay tribute to the legendary Tina Turner this week on Breakfast All Day, not just as the electrifying Queen of Rock and Roll but also as a striking screen presence. Also in news: the "Succession" series finale, the latest on the Writers Guild strike, and "The Brady Bunch" house, which is for sale for just $5.5 million. Plus, we review "You Hurt My Feelings," the excellent new comedy from writer-director Nicole Holofcener. And over on our Patreon , we recap the penultimate episode of "Ted Lasso," as well as episodes 5 and 6 of "The Great" season 3. Thanks for spending time with us over the holiday weekend!

May 24, 2023

So fun as always chatting with our lovely Breakfast All Day YouTube friends! In case you missed our most recent livestream , here it is in podcast form. We did an in-depth spoiler discussion of "Fast X," now that it's been in theaters for about a week. We also looked ahead to the summer movie season, now that Memorial Day Weekend is almost upon us: "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse," "Asteroid City," "The Flash," "Barbie," "Oppenheimer" and more. Plus, we threw in a little "Succession" talk, with the series finale coming on Sunday. What are you looking forward to seeing? Let us know, and thanks for hanging out with us.

May 24, 2023

Come on in, the water's fine here at Breakfast All Day. Alonso and Christy review the live-action remake of "The Little Mermaid," featuring a glorious lead performance from Halle Bailey. In news, we discuss "Fast X" box office, "Cocaine Shark," Ray Stevenson and more. And over at our Patreon , we wrap up the "Bridgerton" prequel "Queen Charlotte" with a recap of episodes 5 and 6. Thanks as always for joining us -- and make sure to visit our YouTube channel at Noon PDT Wednesday for a live spoiler chat about "Fast X" and a look ahead at summer movie season. Hope to see you!

May 20, 2023

We're all about #family here at Breakfast All Day, so we wouldn't dream of spoiling the many, MANY revelations in "Fast X." But we're doing a spoiler chat on our YouTube channel on Wednesday, May 24 at Noon PDT, where we'll go in-depth on the beginning of the end of The Fast Saga. Also this week, we review Paul Schrader's "Master Gardener" and the Italian drama "L'immensità" starring Penélope Cruz. In news, we discuss all things Cannes Film Festival: "Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny," Johnny Depp, Pedro Almodovar and more. And over at our Patreon , we recap this week's "Ted Lasso" and episodes 3 and 4 of the third season of "The Great." Thanks as always for joining us!

May 13, 2023

It's Bennifer Week at Breakfast All Day! We have reviews of Jennifer Lopez's "The Mother," now streaming on Netflix, and Ben Affleck's "Hypnotic," which in theaters. Neither of them is very good, but it's our duty to you, our devoted listeners, to discuss both. Plus, the delightful Katie Walsh helps out on "Hypnotic," so you don't want to miss that. Dave White steps in for a discussion of the comedy "BlackBerry," which may be the most Canadian film ever made. Finally, we rave about the documentary "Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie," now streaming on Apple TV+. In news, we discuss the latest on "Fast X," the Writers Guild strike, Robert De Niro and more. And over at our Patreon , we recap the first two episodes of "The Great" season 3 on Hulu. Huzzah! We're so happy you're here.

May 10, 2023

Thanks so much to the many lovely folks who joined us for our LIVE spoiler discussion of "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3" on our Breakfast All Day YouTube channel. In case you missed it, here it is in podcast form. We talked about some of the reasons we didn't love this movie the way a lot of critics and fans did, Chris Pratt's career, James Gunn's many music choices and the state of the Marvel Cinematic Universe in general. We love these live chats and we'll be sure to do another one soon. Until then, enjoy!

May 6, 2023

"Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3" is the big movie of the week, but some smaller movies dared to share space in the multiplex this weekend. So we reviewed "Love Again," a romantic comedy/drama that hinges on a fatal car accident, some accidental texts and the music of Celine Dion. It's weird, but not nearly as weird as it could have been! In news, we discuss the Writers Guild strike, Carrie Fisher, Jamie Foxx, the "Beau Is Afraid" pajamas and more. And over at our Patreon , we recap this week's episode of "Ted Lasso," which we're unusually split on. Thanks as always for joining us -- and make sure you stop by our LIVE "Guardians" spoiler chat on our YouTube channel on Wednesday, May 10 at Noon PDT. We'd love to see you and hear your thoughts!

May 3, 2023

So much happens in "Beau Is Afraid" that is dazzling, perplexing, terrifying, etc., that we knew we had to do a spoiler conversation to work through it all. We did it live on our YouTube channel with the help of our great friend, the brilliant Tim Grierson -- who liked Ari Aster's three-hour nightmare odyssey way more than we did -- and had a great conversation with our viewers. In case you missed it, here's the audio of that chat. Let us know what you thought of the film, and thanks for listening!

May 3, 2023

It's Gnarly Tuesday here at Breakfast All Day. We're catching up with a couple of super gory (but very well-made!) action/horror movies in theaters now. And if you can see them in a theater, you really should, because they're both such fun crowd experiences. With Alonso finishing his latest book, we've got a couple of great friends to share their insights. Horror expert William Bibbiani joins in for "Evil Dead Rise," the fifth film in the franchise, and Dave White helps out with "Sisu," a Finnish action flick that's like "John Wick," but with Nazis. (Yes, it's as fun as that sounds.) Make sure to join us Wednesday, May 3 at Noon PDT for a "Beau Is Afraid" LIVE spoiler chat. Our good friend Tim Grierson, who liked the film more than we did, will be taking part, as well. It'll be here on our Breakfast All day YouTube channel . Bring your questions and the images that have been haunting you!

Apr 29, 2023

We've got a super early review of "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3" on Breakfast All Day. And it's spoiler-free, because the movie doesn't even come out until May 5. But we wanted to chat about the latest in the MCU -- writer-director James Gunn's final film for Marvel before he heads to DC Studios -- as soon as we could. Stay tuned for details on a live spoiler chat coming soon. Also, Katie Walsh helps out with a review of "Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret.," based on the beloved Judy Blume coming-of-age novel. We both loved it and can't recommend it highly enough. In news, we discuss all the announcements out of CinemaCon, plus the death of Jerry Springer. And over on our Patreon , we recap this week's lovely episode of "Ted Lasso." Thanks for joining us. And be sure to mark your calendar for our LIVE "Beau Is Afraid" spoiler chat on our YouTube channel, scheduled for Noon PDT on Wednesday May 3. Look forward to seeing you there!

Apr 26, 2023

It's Documentary Tuesday here at Breakfast All Day, with reviews two movies about towering pioneers in their fields. First, Alonso's husband, Dave White, returns to talk about "Judy Blume Forever," a celebration of the essential Young Adult author who's still as spiky and sweet as she was in the '70s. Alonso and Christy also review "Little Richard: I Am Everything," about the architect of rock 'n' roll who hasn't nearly gotten his due for the massive influence he's had on generations of performers. In news, we honor the legendary singer and activist Harry Belafonte, who died recently at age 96, plus we discuss Tucker Carlson, Richard Lewis, "Heartstopper" season 2, Dame Edna and more. Come back Friday for an early review of "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3." 'Til then, have a great week, and thanks for sharing some of your time with us.

Apr 22, 2023

Ana de Armas and Chris Evans are impossibly beautiful individually but have zero chemistry with each other in the spy comedy "Ghosted." It's streaming now on Apple TV+, and we have a review on the latest Breakfast All Day. Then, our great friend Tim Grierson (Screen International, @TimGrierson) helps out with a review of "Chevalier," starring Kelvin Harrison Jr. as virtuoso violinist and champion fencer Joseph Bologne, the Chevalier de Saint-Georges. In news, we discuss Alec Baldwin, Victoria Alonso, the new "Fast X" trailer, the end of Netflix red envelopes and Twitter blue checks, and more. And on our Patreon , we recap "The Mandalorian" season finale and the latest episode of "Ted Lasso." Both were great! Thanks for hanging out with us.

Apr 20, 2023

We love doing these Ask Us Anything segments and it was even more fun answering your questions LIVE on our Breakfast All Day YouTube channel. Here's the audio of our latest conversation, which covers everything from falling asleep in the theater to first crushes to favorite horror movies. We'll be sure to do more of these, and we hope you can join us!

Apr 19, 2023

Just a couple of quick goodies for you on this midweek Breakfast All Day episode. Alonso and Christy review "Suzume," the latest animated film from the great Japanese writer-director Makoto Shinkai ("Your Name.," "Weathering With You"). In news, we discuss the Writers Guild of America voting nearly unanimously to strike, the debacle of the live "Love Is Blind" reunion on Netflix, Jonathan Majors, the "World of Barbie" experience, Vidiots and more. Over at our Patreon , we revisit David Lynch's 1986 noir thriller "Blue Velvet" for our April Off the Menu. And be sure to join us Wednesday, April 19 at Noon PDT on our YouTube channel for a LIVE Ask Us Anything segment. Hope to see you!

Apr 15, 2023

Sink your teeth into the latest episode of Breakfast All Day. Alonso and Christy review "Renfield," the wildly violent action comedy featuring Nicolas Cage in the role he was born to play: Count Dracula. Alonso's husband, Dave White, steps in to help with a review of the powerful indie drama "A Thousand and One," which we both loved. In news, we discuss the Cannes Film Festival lineup, HBO Max dropping the HBO, Drake Bell, Ryan Reynolds' birthday song for Rob McElhenney, and more. And over at our Patreon , we recap this week's episodes of "The Mandalorian" and "Ted Lasso." Thanks for listening! Be sure to join us next week for a LIVE edition of Ask Us Anything! We'll be at our YouTube channel at Noon PDT on Wednesday, April 19 and we'd love to see you: https://www.youtube.com/live/sZLnsmwkRBg?feature=share

Apr 12, 2023

"Beau Is Afraid" is one of the most anticipated movies of the year, and we're thrilled to bring you an early Breakfast All Day review. No spoilers here as we discuss the three-hour nightmare odyssey from writer-director Ari Aster, but we'll do a more in-depth discussion after the film opens nationwide on April 21. We also catch-up with "Tetris" on Apple TV+, and Christy revisits "Everything Everywhere All at Once" one year and seven Oscars later to see if she feels differently about it. And in news, we discuss all the big Star Wars Celebration announcements, trailers for "The Mother," "Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny" and "The Marvels," and more. Thanks as always for sharing some of your time with us.

Apr 8, 2023

We've got high and low cinema for you on the latest episode of Breakfast All Day. First, we review "The Super Mario Bros. Movie," which is not good, but being a fan of the game probably helps. Then, we discuss the latest from indie film icon Kelly Reichardt, "Showing Up," which marks her fourth collaboration with Michelle Williams. And over at our Patreon , we recap the latest episodes of "The Mandalorian" and "Ted Lasso." No news this time -- we had a weird recording schedule in order to see "Beau Is Afraid," but the good news about that is we'll have a review of Ari Aster's three-hour hellscape exploration on Tuesday. So come on back then!

Apr 5, 2023

So much news to catch up on from spring break on the latest Breakfast All Day. A bunch of new trailers came out today, including "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse" and "Barbie." We also discuss Gwyneth Paltrow, A.O. Scott, the 10-year anniversary of Roger Ebert's death and more. Plus we have reviews of Ben Affleck's "Air," which is great, and Owen Wilson's "Paint," which is not. And over at our Patreon , we catch up with Chapter 21 of "The Mandalorian." What is even going on with this show? Thanks as always for hanging out with us.

Mar 31, 2023

It's spring break, so Christy's off skiing with her family, but that doesn't mean we're taking a vacation from offering you goodies here at Breakfast All Day. She and Alonso review the action comedy "Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves," which is surprisingly fun (and you don't need to play D&D to enjoy it). Also: heavy spoilers for "John Wick: Chapter 4." You've been warned! And for our latest round of Was It Great or Were You 8, Alonso has chosen the 1975 Inspector Clouseau comedy "The Return of the Pink Panther" to determine whether it truly was great, or he just loves it nostalgically. We'll return Tuesday to catch up on news and review "Air." Hope to see you then!

Mar 25, 2023

We're nearing the end of this seemingly endless month and we're happy to be doing it with you on Breakfast All Day. It's sort of a quiet week with "John Wick: Chapter 4" expected to dominate -- we reviewed it last week and will have a spoiler discussion for you in the coming days. But we also have a review of writer-director Zach Braff's "A Good Person," a maudlin drama about loss and redemption featuring a typically powerful Florence Pugh performance. In news, we discuss the Gwyneth Paltrow ski crash trial; the video for "Big Shark," Tommy Wiseau's insane follow-up to "The Room"; and the terrible idea of remaking "Vertigo" with Robert Downey Jr. And on our Patreon , we recap this week's episodes of "The Mandalorian" and "Ted Lasso." Thanks as always for spending some of your time with us.

Mar 22, 2023

We begin our latest episode of Breakfast All Day with some sad news: the death of Lance Reddick. The star of the "John Wick" franchise and "The Wire" was just 60 years old. We also discuss the dismal "Shazam! Fury of the Gods" box office, the trailer for "Joy Ride," Eva Longoria's "Flamin' Hot" movie, the cast of "Ted Lasso" at the White House and more. For reviews, we have "Moving On," a dark buddy comedy that reunites longtime friends and collaborators Lily Tomlin and Jane Fonda. And over at our Patreon , we were delighted to revisit John Carney's debut feature "Once" (2007) for our March Off the Menu movie. We're singing your praises and grateful to have you here, as always.

Mar 18, 2023

The Baba Yaga AND Shazam are back, and we're here for all the excitement on Breakfast All Day. Christy and Alonso have an early review of "John Wick: Chapter 4," which opens March 24. No spoilers here, we promise, but we'll dig into the latest Keanu Reeves action spectacular after folks have had a chance to see it. We also have a spoiler-free review of the DC Universe sequel "Shazam! Fury of the Gods," which we liked better than a lot of critics. In news, we discuss "The Banshees of Inisherin" 8-bit game , the return of "Ted Lasso," A24's restoration of "Stop Making Sense," Demi Lovato's documentary, the death of R&B singer Bobby Caldwell (whose 1978 hit "What You Won't Do For Love" is our opening music) and more. (We learned about Lance Reddick's death after we finished recording; we'll honor his life and career next week.) And for our Patreon subscribers , recaps of the "Ted Lasso" season 3 premiere and the latest on "The Mandalorian." Thanks for joining us!

Mar 13, 2023

"Everything Everywhere All at Once" had a huge night at the 2023 Academy Awards, winning seven including best picture and director. And Christy and Alonso had such a great morning talking everything Oscars during our YouTube live chat that we wanted to share the audio here, as well. We had viewers join us from across the United States and as far away as India, Nigeria, Poland, Spain and the Philippines. Thank you! It was so cool hearing a variety of perspectives on the winners, Jimmy Kimmel's hosting, musical performances, fashion and more. Thanks to everyone for spending time with us throughout awards season. Let's do it again next year!

Mar 11, 2023

It's Oscar weekend and we're making our final picks on Breakfast All Day. What do you hope to see happen? Tune into the Academy Awards Sunday night, then join us for a LIVE chat the next morning at 9am PDT on our YouTube channel . We also review the big movie of the week, the horror sequel "Scream VI." And Nick and Joseph from Fish Jelly Film Reviews were kind enough to join Christy for a discussion of Adam Driver's sci-fi bomb "65." As for our TV recaps on our Patreon , we wrap up the first season of "Poker Face" on Peacock, and we dig into the latest episode of "The Mandalorian" on Disney+. Thanks for joining us!

Mar 7, 2023

We had such a great live conversation over at our Breakfast All Day YouTube channel that we wanted to share it here as a podcast episode, as well. Grab your Oscar ballots and play along with us. Alonso and Christy go though every category and pick who we think will win at Sunday night's Academy Awards. Let us know how you do in your pools if you take part in that sort of thing. And be sure to join us the Monday morning afterward for another live discussion of what went down. More details coming soon. Enjoy Hollywood's biggest night!

Mar 4, 2023

Things are looking up so far in March: We've got a positive review and some upbeat news here at Breakfast All Day. Christy and Alonso discuss Michael B. Jordan's dazzling directorial debut, "Creed III," in which he impresses on both sides of the camera. (Christy is higher on it than Alonso, but both enjoyed it.) In news, we discuss the release of De La Soul's music on streaming services for the first time, Chris Pine and Harry Styles, a stage production of "Stranger Things," and a petition to keep AMC Theatres from cutting down the Nicole Kidman promo . Over at our Patreon , we recap the first episode of "The Mandalorian" season 3 as well as the latest on "Poker Face," which may be the best one yet. And make sure to stop by our YouTube channel at Noon PST Tuesday when we'll be doing LIVE Oscar predictions. Print out your ballot here and join us!

Mar 1, 2023

"Jesus Revolution" had such a huge opening weekend, we had to review it here on Breakfast All Day. Christy and Alonso were pleasantly surprised by the faith-based drama about the Christian hippie movement in Southern California in the 1970s. We also finally catch up with the spectacular Oscar-nominated documentary "Fire of Love," which was on Christy's top 10 list for 2022. In news, there's so much stupid stuff going on between Woody Harrelson, Mark Wahlberg and Lady Gaga -- but also Screen Actors Guild and Producers Guild awards, as we inch ever closer to Oscar night. And over at our Patreon , we recap episode 7 of "The Last of Us." Joel's not dead! Ellie goes to the mall! Speaking of the Academy Awards, mark your calendars for Noon PST Tuesday, March 7, when we'll do a LIVE chat picking winners in every category. Here's a link to our YouTube Channel. You'll also find a link to a printable ballot there. Look forward to seeing you!

Feb 25, 2023

"Cocaine Bear" is finally here, and we're here for every insane moment of it on Breakfast All Day. Christy and Alonso review the much-anticipated comic thriller -- which, amazingly, is based on a true story -- and insist that if you're going to see it, you should do so with an audience. We also review "We Have a Ghost" on Netflix, a cheesy haunted house story that wastes a great cast. In news, we discuss the Oscars and SAG Awards, "Succession," Steven Yeun and more. And we've got a couple of goodies on our Patreon : a recap of "Poker Face" episode 8, which may be the best one yet, and a February Off the Menu review of the 2006 romantic comedy "Something New." And if you haven't joined our Patreon yet, now's a great time -- we're doing our first Lunch Date live chat with our subscribers on Monday, Feb. 27 at Noon PST. You can find out more here. We'd love to see you!

Feb 22, 2023

It's Mardi Gras! But it's always a party around here at Breakfast All Day. Christy and Alonso catch up with Bill Nighy's subtle yet deeply moving performance in "Living," which earned him a long-overdue Oscar nomination for best actor. It's in theaters now. In news, we discuss the Directors Guild and BAFTA awards, box office for "Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania," Tom Sizemore, Richard Belzer and more. And over at our Patreon , we recap this week's episode of "The Last of Us" on HBO, which is another emotional doozy. Also: Mark your calendars for Tuesday, March 7 at Noon PST, when we'll do a live Oscar predictions chat on our YouTube channel . Bring your ballots and win your pools! (We'll do our best to help, at least.) Thank you so much for joining us, as always.

Feb 18, 2023

We begin with some exciting news on the latest Breakfast All Day: We hit 5 million views on our YouTube channel! But we also remember the legendary sex symbol Raquel Welch, who died this week at 82. The big movie of the week is "Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania," which we reviewed on our previous episode. It's getting pretty negative reviews at 47% on Rotten Tomatoes, but we didn't think it was terrible. As for other new movies, we discuss the twisty thriller "Sharper," which is streaming on Apple TV+, and "Of an Age," a queer romance from Australia. And over at our Patreon , we recap episode 7 of "Poker Face" on Peacock. Thanks for sharing your time with us week after week, we deeply appreciate it.

Feb 15, 2023

We're delighted to have you spend part of your Valentine's Day with us here at Breakfast All Day. Christy and Alonso have an early review of the latest Marvel movie, "Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania," which is in theaters this weekend. We also catch up with the Netflix comedy "You People," which we're extremely split on. In news, we discuss all those Super Bowl commercials from over the weekend as well as Rihanna's halftime performance, plus we look ahead to season 3 of "Ted Lasso" on Apple TV+ and the "Bridgerton" prequel "Queen Charlotte" on Netflix. We'll be sure to do recaps on our Patreon once they begin. And speaking of our Patreon , we recap episode 5 of "The Last of Us," which was a journey! Thanks for letting us share some time (and chocolate) with you.

Feb 11, 2023

The pickings are slim on Super Bowl Weekend, but we're here to steer you in the right direction on Breakfast All Day if you're looking for a different kind of entertainment. Christy and Alonso review "Magic Mike's Last Dance," which finds Channing Tatum taking the stage one final time at Salma Hayek Pinault's request. We differ on the movie but agree that the dance numbers are spectacular. We also review the extremely bland rom-com "Your Place or Mine," starring Reese Witherspoon and Ashton Kutcher, on Netflix. In news, we have a lengthy discussion about songwriting legend Burt Bacharach, who died this week at 94, but somehow forgot to mention that he wrote the theme to the 1958 horror movie "The Blob," this week's opening song. Plus: trailers for "Fast X," "Strays" and "Air." And for our Patreon subscribers, a recap of the latest episode of "Poker Face." Thanks for joining us!

Feb 8, 2023

It's Single Mom Day here at Breakfast All Day as we catch up with "To Leslie," the indie drama that earned a surprise Oscar nomination for its ferocious star, Andrea Riseborough. Christy and Alonso also review "Jeanne Dielman," the 1975 film that topped the prestigious, once-a-decade Sight and Sound poll. In news, we discuss "Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania," box office, AMC's new seating price plan, the Grammys, Armie Hammer and more. And over at our Patreon , we recap episode 4 of "The Last of Us" on HBO. Thanks as always for joining us and we'll see you again on Friday!

Feb 4, 2023

January is supposed to be a dumping ground for movies, but so far, February looks even worse. Still, we've got you covered here at Breakfast All Day. Christy and Alonso review "Knock at the Cabin," the latest from M. Night Shyamalan, which has an intriguing premise and some inspired camerawork but turns clunky and muddled. We also review "80 for Brady," an infomercial about Tom Brady which is a cringey waste of its formidable stars: Lily Tomlin, Jane Fonda, Rita Moreno and Sally Field. In news, we discuss Jafar Panahi's release from prison, "Skinamarink" on Shudder, Andrea Riseborough's Oscar nomination, a "Gladiator" sequel and Paul Thomas Anderson showing "Boogie Nights" in 70mm. And over at our Patreon, we recap episode 5 of "Poker Face," which takes a darker, sadder turn. And speaking of our Patreon, we've added a new level we're excited to tell you about. We call it: "Lunch Date." For $10 a month, you'll get all the goodies you get at the $5 level, plus you'll have exclusive access to monthly live chats where we can meet and talk about movies, TV shows, awards season, whatever! We look forward to seeing you. To find out more and either sign up at this level or edit your pledge, click here: https://www.patreon.com/bfastallday/membership

Feb 1, 2023

We're back in the trenches here at Breakfast All Day. Alonso and Christy catch up with "All Quiet on the Western Front," now that it's been nominated for nine Academy Awards including best picture, international film and cinematography. The stunning historical epic is streaming on Netflix. We're also back with news, including the campaign behind Andrea Riseborough's Oscar nomination for "To Leslie," the huge success of "The Last of Us" on HBO, more announcements from DC Studios, "Attack the Block 2," and the deaths of Television frontman Tom Verlaine and "Laverne & Shirley" star Cindy Williams. And over at our Patreon , we recap that deeply emotional third episode of "The Last of Us." We just passed our goal of 20,000 subscribers on our YouTube Channel , so if you're hanging out with us there, as well, we're grateful. Thanks for sharing some of your time with us!

Jan 28, 2023

We review two extremely different movies set in places that only look like paradise on the latest Breakfast All Day. First, Christy and Alonso are split on Brandon Cronenberg's graphic and disturbing "Infinity Pool," starring Mia Goth and Alexander Skarsgard. So many bodily fluids! Then, Nick Bell from the Fish Jelly Film Reviews YouTube channel joins Christy to discuss "Shotgun Wedding," a lifeless Jennifer Lopez rom-com that's streaming on Prime Video. And over at our Patreon , we recap the first four episodes of the Rian Johnson-Natasha Lyonne mystery series "Poker Face" on Peacock, which we're loving. Thanks for joining us!

Jan 21, 2023

It's a bit of a low-key week here at Breakfast All Day as we await Oscar nominations. Be sure to join us at our YouTube channel at Noon PST on Tuesday, Jan. 24 for a live discussion of the nominees. For now, we have reviews of a couple new releases: the thriller "Missing," a sorta-sequel to the 2018 hit "Searching," and the indie drama "When You Finish Saving the World," which finds Jesse Eisenberg making his writing-directing debut. In news, we discuss David Crosby, Alec Baldwin, Timothee Chalamet, the Sundance Film Festival and more. And over at our Patreon , we review the 1985 coming-of-age drama "Smooth Talk," starring Laura Dern, for January's Off the Menu. Thanks for joining us! Doing Dry January, or just looking for a healthier lifestyle year-round? Athletic Brewing Co. can help with a wide array of delicious, alcohol-free beers. Use code BREAKFASTALLDAY and take 50% off your first month's Athletic Club subscription. New customers get $10 off on the website. Orders of $50 or more get free shipping. Plus you can enter to win a five-day retreat to Costa Rica. Visit Athletic Brewing Co. here. Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something we'll receive a small commission.

Jan 18, 2023

A quick midweek drop-in to delight and frighten you here at Breakfast All Day. Our good friend William Bibbiani joins Christy for a review of the buzzy, low-budget horror movie "Skinamarink," which is extremely slow and definitely not for everyone, but it's effectively creepy. In news, we actually have some good things to tell you about, including Jeremy Renner recovering from his snowplow accident, the premiere of "The Last of Us" on HBO, the LA Film Critics awards dinner, and Madonna announcing a world tour. And speaking of "The Last of Us," Alonso and Christy recap episode 1 over at our Patreon , and we'll be doing it all season long, so we'd love to have you join us.

Jan 14, 2023

Buckle up for the latest episode of Breakfast All Day. Christy and Alonso review the cheesy Gerard Butler action movie "Plane," which we enjoyed way more than we expected. We also review "No Bears," the latest from Iranian master Jafar Panahi, which is one of Alonso's favorite films of 2022. In news, we discuss the tragic passing of Lisa Marie Presley, as well as Golden Globe winners and Screen Actors Guild, Directors Guild and Producers Guild nominees. And over at our Patreon , we recap the emotional last two episodes of "George & Tammy" on Showtime. We're grateful as always to have you with us. To find out more about CAROL Bike, visit them here . Use the code BREAKFASTALLDAY to take $250 off your purchase before Jan. 31; after that, it's $100 off. Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something, we'll receive a small commission.

Jan 11, 2023

We're catching up with a couple of movies here at Breakfast All Day during these low-key, early weeks of January. Our good friend William Bibbiani joins in for a review of the animated sequel "Puss in Boots: The Last Wish," and we scour the snowy woods for clues in "The Pale Blue Eye" on Netflix. In news, we discuss a couple of big trailers: "Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania" and "Beau Is Afraid," plus "M3GAN" box office, Golden Globes and the death of former child star Adam Rich. And over at our Patreon , we recap episodes 3 and 4 of "George & Tammy" on Showtime. Thanks for joining us!

Jan 7, 2023

Happy New Year! We've missed you and we're happy to be back here at Breakfast All Day. But before we look ahead to the upcoming year, we share our picks for the best and worst movies of 2022. January starts off on a surprising high note with the delightfully nutty "M3GAN," and our good friend William Bibbiani was kind enough to join in and share his thoughts on this creepy doll horror comedy. And we've got a few items of movie news to share, including Jeremy Renner's snowplow accident, box office for "Avatar: The Way of Water," Lisa Rinna leaving "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" and Noah Schnapp coming out on TikTok. We're glad you're here for all of it!

Dec 23, 2022

It's our last episode of 2022! So we're wrapping things up with a round of Ask Us Anything. Among the questions Alonso and Christy answer: what's the hardest part of being a film critic, what would we put on a Sight & Sound ballot, and what's a great so-bad-it's-good Christmas movie? Also, the brilliant Katie Walsh returns to help Christy review "I Wanna Dance With Somebody." We have very different opinions on the Whitney Houston biopic. We hope you enjoy this episode and everything we've shared over the year. We're truly grateful to have you spend time with us, and we look forward to seeing more of you in 2023. Happy Holidays! * Head over to our YouTube channel for a LIVE "Glass Onion" spoiler discussion on Tuesday, Dec. 27 at noon PST. You can find us here . *Trying to keep off or lose those extra holiday pounds? CAROL Bike is a great way to go. This high-tech, at-home stationary bike offers a variety of workouts and it's easy and efficient to use. Take $250 off through Jan. 31 with the code BREAKFASTALLDAY. After that, save $100. Find out more about CAROL Bike here.

Dec 21, 2022

The holidays are fast approaching, but we've got a couple more presents waiting for you under the tree here at Breakfast All Day. Christy and Alonso review "Babylon," Damien Chazelle's three-hour ode to the excesses of early Hollywood. We also discuss "Women Talking," the latest from the always excellent writer-director Sarah Polley. In news, we discuss "Avatar: The Way of Water" box office, Tom Cruise's various insane stunts, the death of lead singer Terry Hall from The Specials and Fun Boy Three, and more. Thanks for sharing a few moments with us during these busy, crazy days!

Dec 17, 2022

It's Foreign Language Friday here at Breakfast All Day. Alonso and Christy review Alejandro Gonzalez Iñarritu's deeply personal, magical realist epic "Bardo: False Chronicle of a Handful of Truths," now streaming on Netflix. We also review one of our absolute favorites of the year, the stunningly beautiful "EO," which is the Polish donkey movie you never knew you needed in your life. ( Click here to see when it's playing near you.) In news, we discuss the "Barbie" trailer, how "Avatar: The Way of Water" will do at the box office, the tragic death of DJ tWitch and more. And over at our Patreon , we review "A Christmas Story Christmas" for our December Off the Menu. Join us! * If you're loving our look and sound these days, it's thanks to Riverside. This is the new platform we're using, which allows us to record in 1080p. You can meet and record for videos, podcasts, social media and more, and it's easy and fun to use. Get 15% off your membership with code BREAKFAST15. To find out more, visit: https://bit.ly/Riverside_Breakfast

Dec 14, 2022

Come on in, the water's fine here at Breakfast All Day. We have an early review of the much-anticipated sequel "Avatar: The Way of Water," which is finally coming out this weekend, 13 years after James Cameron's original. We were dazzled by its imagery and not much else. We also review "Empire of Light," Sam Mendes' love letter to cinema in a year that's already full of them (and we still have "Babylon" coming next week). In news, we discuss LA Film Critics awards, Golden Globe nominations, "The Whale" box office, the legendary composer Angelo Badalamenti and more. And over at our Patreon , we recap episode 2 of "George & Tammy" on Showtime, which we're loving. Join us! * Have you tried Canva yet? It's a totally easy and fun way to do a variety of graphic design projects, from YouTube thumbnails and banners to work and school assignments to invitations and social media. Get started here: http://partner.canva.com/6bmVVQ

Dec 10, 2022

It's a total coincidence but we happen to be reviewing "The Whale" and "Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio" on the latest episode of Breakfast All Day. We loved one of these movies and didn't love the other. Tune in to find out which is which! In news we discuss Alonso's new book, Taylor Swift's feature directing debut, the American Film Institute's list of the year's top 10 movies, "Everything Everywhere All at Once" bullies, and Celine Dion. And over at our Patreon , we recap the first four episodes of "Welcome to Chippendale's" on Hulu. Thanks for joining us. And be sure to visit our YouTube Channel for a live Christmas movie chat with our very own expert, Alonso Duralde. It's on Monday Dec. 12 at noon PST. He'll discuss his favorites and answer your questions. Click here to be notified when it starts!

Dec 7, 2022

Just a quick but delicious midweek nibble from us here at Breakfast All Day. We review Noah Baumbach's adaptation of "White Noise," which is a whole lot of movie (and most of it isn't good). In news, we discuss box office, Bong Joon-ho's "Mickey 17," the "Harry & Meghan" documentary series on Netflix, Kirstie Alley, Noodle the pug and more. And over at our Patreon , we recap the first episode of "George & Tammy," the Showtime limited series about George Jones and Tammy Wynette starring Michael Shannon and Jessica Chastain. Y'all join us! * If you're loving how we sound these days, it's thanks to Riverside. This is the new platform we're using, which allows us to record in 1080p. You can meet and record for videos, podcasts, social media and more, and it's easy and fun to use. Get 15% off your membership with code BREAKFAST15. To find out more, visit: https://bit.ly/Riverside_Breakfast

Dec 3, 2022

It's December, so we're officially in Christmas movie season on Breakfast All Day. But we have very different opinions of "Violent Night," an action flick starring David Harbour as a butt-kicking Santa Claus. We are in agreement, though, about "The Inspection," a sensitive and compelling indie drama about a queer, black man who joins the Marines. In news, we discuss the New York Film Critics Circle's year-end picks, the once-a decade Sight & Sound poll where "Jeanne Dielman" was named the best film ever, a bunch of trailers including the hilarious "Cocaine Bear," and the death of Fleetwood Mac's legendary singer/songwriter/keyboardist Christine McVie. And for our Patreon subscribers, we finally (finally!) wrap up "The Vow Part II." Stay warm and thanks for joining us! * If you're loving how we look and sound these days, it's thanks to Riverside. This is the new platform we're using, which allows us to record in 1080p. You can meet and record for videos, podcasts, social media and more, and it's easy and fun to use. Get 15% off your membership with code BREAKFAST15. To find out more, visit: https://bit.ly/Riverside_Breakfast

Nov 30, 2022

We're back from Thanksgiving break and we're stuffed with goodies for you on Breakfast All Day. First, we review the delightfully silly and sweet "Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special," which is streaming now on Disney+. We also catch up with the excellent "Aftersun," which is sure to end up on lots of top-10 lists and become an awards contender. In news, we discuss the Oscars, Gotham Awards, Spirit Award nominations, Irene Cara and more. And over at our Patreon , we recap the outstanding season finale of "Andor." Thanks as always for joining us! * Our latest Movie House Shout-Out goes to The Independent in Big Sky, Montana, where Christy visited while skiing with her family over the holiday. They show new releases and have a Christmas movie festival planned throughout December, but they also offer a bar, restaurant, trivia and live music. The Independent is a great hub for arts and community in the mountains. To find out more, visit them here . * If you're loving how we look and sound these days, it's thanks to Riverside. This is the new platform we're using, which allows us to record in 1080p. You can meet and record for videos, podcasts, social media and more, and it's easy and fun to use. Get 15% off your membership with code BREAKFAST15. Find out more here .

Nov 22, 2022

Just a quick midweek bite here at Breakfast All Day so you can save plenty of room for Thanksgiving dinner. Christy and Alonso review the star-studded sequel "Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery," which is playing in theaters for a week starting Nov. 23 before streaming on Netflix Dec. 23. We also catch up with "Disenchanted," the disappointing sequel to the 2007 fairy tale musical "Enchanted," which is streaming on Disney+. We hope you enjoy a wonderful holiday with your family and friends, and we'll see you again next week! * If you're loving how we sound these days, it's thanks to Riverside, the new platform we're using. You can meet and record for videos, podcasts, social media and more, and it's easy and fun to use. Get 15% off your membership with code BREAKFAST15. To find out more, visit: https://bit.ly/Riverside_Breakfast

Nov 19, 2022

We hope you brought your appetite, because we've got a lot to chew on with our latest episode of Breakfast All Day. Christy and Alonso review "Bones and All," starring Timothee Chalamet and Taylor Russell as young cannibals in love. We also discuss "She Said," about the New York Times reporters who broke the Harvey Weinstein sexual harassment story. In news, we talk about the Taylor Swift tour overwhelming Ticketmaster, more Twitter destruction, Brendan Fraser, the "80 for Brady" trailer and more. And over at our Patreon , we're getting closer to the end of "Andor" with the thrilling penultimate episode. Enjoy, and thanks for sharing some of your holiday time with us.

Nov 16, 2022

Just a quick, midweek nibble from us at Breakfast All Day as we review "The Menu," the dark comedy starring Anya Taylor-Joy, Ralph Fiennes and Nicholas Hoult. It's one of many skewer-the-rich satires out there these days. We also have some news headlines, including the huge box office opening for "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever," Dave Chappelle's "Saturday Night Live" monologue, Daniel Craig's infectious Belvedere vodka ad and more. We'll be back Friday with reviews of "She Said" and "Bones and All," so be sure to join us!

Nov 12, 2022

It may seem like a random week between "The Fabelmans," "Spirited" and "Falling for Christmas," but we contain multitudes here at Breakfast All Day. Plus movie news of course, which includes Kevin Conroy, Andy Taylor, Chris Evans, Jimmy Kimmel and Aaron Carter. Over at our Patreon , we recap a couple of incredible episodes of television: the season finale of "The Handmaid's Tale" and this week's prison break on "Andor." And don't forget to join us Saturday afternoon for out live spoiler discussion of "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever" at our YouTube channel. You can find us here.

Nov 9, 2022

We've got a bite-sized but meaty morsel of Breakfast All Day for you midweek with our early review of "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever." Alonso and Christy have a spoiler-free discussion of the much-anticipated sequel to "Black Panther," but join us Saturday Nov. 12 at 4 pm PST at our YouTube channel where we'll go live (for the first time!) with an in-depth spoiler chat. You can find us here . We also review the "Weird: The Al Yankovic Story," a hilarious parody of the music biopic about the king of parody songs. It's streaming on The Roku Channel. Come back Friday for reviews of "The Fabelmans," "Spirited" and "Falling for Christmas." And thanks as always for sharing your time with us.

Nov 5, 2022

It's the calm before the storm on the latest Breakfast All Day, as we review a couple of indies ahead of some huge releases in the weeks to come. Alonso and Christy discuss the drama "My Policeman," which finds Harry Styles in a forbidden love triangle. It's streaming now on Prime Video. We also review "Causeway," which finds Jennifer Lawrence returning to the kind of raw, unadorned performance she made her name on originally. It's streaming now on Apple TV+. In news, we discuss the myriad ways Elon Musk is ruining Twitter, plus the new "Avatar: The Way of Water" trailer, Kit Connor, Aubrey Plaza, the documentary "God Forbid" and more. And over at our Patreon , the latest on "Andor" and "The Handmaid's Tale." Cozy up on this fall day and join us!

Nov 2, 2022

Millie Bobby Brown is a total delight as she returns to the role of Sherlock Holmes' plucky younger sister in "Enola Holmes 2." The action comedy starts streaming Friday on Netflix, but we have an early review for you here at Breakfast All Day. Alonso and Christy also catch up with the latest from writer-director James Gray, the semi-autobiographical drama "Armageddon Time," which includes strong performances from Anne Hathaway, Jeremy Strong, Anthony Hopkins and young Banks Repeta. It's in limited release now but is expanding wider. We're shocked that it's already November, so stick with us for this big month of movies! And mark your calendar for Nov. 12, when we'll do a livestream discussion of "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever" on our YouTube channel . Join us, and if you haven't already, we'd love it if you'd subscribe.

Oct 29, 2022

It's sort of a low-key week around here as we wait for Black Panther to return on Breakfast All Day. Christy and Alonso review "Call Jane," about the underground group that helped women secure safe abortions in 1968 Chicago, starring a terrific Elizabeth Banks and Sigourney Weaver. We also catch up with the toxic romance "Stars at Noon," the latest from master French filmmaker Claire Denis, which is now streaming on Hulu. In news, we discuss Elon Musk buying Twitter, the "Wakanda Forever" premiere (and keep an eye out for our YouTube livestream discussion on Nov. 12), the weird Matthew Perry-Keanu Reeves beef, James Gunn taking over DC Studios and more. And over at our Patreon , recaps of this week's excellent episodes of "Andor" and "The Handmaid's Tale." Thanks as always for hanging out, and save some Halloween candy for us.

Oct 26, 2022

Join us for a colorful romp through the underworld on Breakfast All Day. Alonso and Christy discuss "Wendell & Wild," the wonderfully weird stop-motion animation fantasy from director Henry Selick and co-writer Jordan Peele. It's streaming on Netflix starting Friday but we have an early review. We also have a ton of news to catch up on from the past week, including all the Kanye West anti-Semitism fallout, Gotham Award nominations, Henry Cavill returning to play Superman, the "Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania" trailer and the death of Leslie Jordan. Thanks as always for joining us.

Oct 22, 2022

It's star-studded this week on Breakfast All Day, as a couple of our great friends swing by to help review some new movies with serious A-list casts. Alonso and Christy talk "Black Adam," Dwayne Johnson's long-awaited foray into the DC Extended Universe. Katie Walsh joins in for "Ticket to Paradise," a scenic and superficial rom-com that reunites George Clooney ad Julia Roberts. Tim Grierson stops by for "The School for Good and Evil," an overstuffed YA fantasy film on Netflix featuring Charlize Theron, Kerry Washington, Michelle Yeoh and Laurence Fishburne. And over at our Patreon , we have recaps of this week's extremely eventful episodes of "Andor" and "The Handmaid's Tale." Join us — all of us!

Oct 19, 2022

It's Arthouse Tuesday here at Breakfast All Day as we review two movies we absolutely loved. "The Banshees of Inisherin" reunites writer-director Martin McDonagh with his "In Bruges" stars Colin Farrell and Brendan Gleeson in a hilarious, horrifying and heartbreaking story of male friendship. The latest from Korean master Park Chan-wook, "Decision to Leave," is a gorgeous and devastating film noir that will linger with you long afterward. And in news, we discuss the "Halloween Ends" box office, "Tales of the Jedi," Olivia Wilde's special salad dressing and Pan Solo. Grab a plate and join us.

Oct 15, 2022

Oh hey, we're just hanging out with a bowl full of Reese's Peanut Butter Cups, waiting for Michael Myers to come knock on our door at Breakfast All Day. Alonso and Christy review the horror movie "Halloween Ends" — which hopefully truly is the end — as well as the emotionally wrenching drama "Till," about the 1955 lynching of 14-year-old Emmett Till. In news, we discuss the deaths of Angela Lansbury and Robbie Coltrane, as well as Sydney Sweeney as Barbarella and Liam Neeson as Lt. Frank Drebin. And it's a big day at our Patreon with recaps of three excellent episodes of television: "Andor," "The Handmaid's Tale" and the series finale of "She-Hulk." Join us!

Oct 12, 2022

It's Spooky Tuesday at Breakfast All Day, as we review the Marvel special "Werewolf by Night," which is streaming on Disney+ (and we go into spoilers, since it's been out for several days now). We also review the "Hellraiser" reboot with our friend William Bibbiani, who's an expert on the horror series. (Apparently this is the 11th one, and Alonso and Christy have seen none of them.) In news, we discuss the dismal box office opening for "Amsterdam," Botox courtesy of "Triangle of Sadness," an early opening for "Glass Onion" and the death of veteran Hollywood journalist Nikki Finke. Thanks for joining us! * If you're enjoying how we sound these days, it's thanks to Riverside. This is the new platform we're using, which allows us to record in 1080p. You can meet and record for videos, podcasts or both, and it's easy and fun to use. To find out more, you can visit them here.

Oct 8, 2022

We're deep into fall movie season on Breakfast All Day. Christy and Alonso have reviews of two of the most anticipated titles, which happen to be coming out in the same week: "TÁR," with its riveting lead performance from Cate Blanchett, and "Triangle of Sadness," the Palme d'Or winner from writer-director Ruben Östlund. In news, we discuss Velma from Scooby-Doo being officially queer, Alec Baldwin settling with the family of "Rust" cinematographer Halyna Hutchins, trailers for "The Super Mario Bros. Movie" and "Shotgun Wedding," "Moonlighting" coming to streaming, and comedian Judy Tenuta, who died at 72. And over at our Patreon , recaps of "Andor," "The Handmaid's Tale" and "She-Hulk." Thanks for joining us! * If you're loving how we look and sound these days, it's thanks to Riverside. This is the new platform we're using, which allows us to record in 1080p. You can meet and record for videos, podcasts or both, and it's easy and fun to use. To find out more, visit: https://riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=campaign_1&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=breakfast-all-day

Oct 5, 2022

We're doing a bit of time traveling on the latest Breakfast All Day. First, Alonso and Christy look ahead to the star-studded hot mess that is "Amsterdam," which comes out this Friday. Then, we look back at the star-studded hot mess that is "Don't Worry Darling," which has been out for a little while now so it's time for a spoiler discussion. And in news, we discuss the death of country legend Loretta Lynn and the importance of "Coal Miner's Daughter," plus box office, the "Wakanda Forever" trailer, the Lizzo flute fiasco and more. Join us!

Oct 1, 2022

We're in love with "Bros" and we think you will be, too, on Breakfast All Day. Alonso and Christy review this sweet and raunchy queer rom-com starring Billy Eichner and Luke Macfarlane. Also, our good friend, horror expert William Bibbiani (aka Bibbs) , joins Christy to review the extremely creepy "Smile." In news, Alonso and Christy discuss Wolverine joining Deadpool, Moviepass, Chloe Grace Moretz, Coolio and more. And it's jammed as always over at our Patreon , with recaps of "Andor," "The Handmaid's Tale" and "She-Hulk." Join us for all this autumnal podcast goodness.

Sep 28, 2022

Oh hey, it's just us, hanging out on Pandora for our latest episode of Breakfast All Day. Alonso and Christy catch up with the 4K re-release of "Avatar," which is back in theaters ahead of the sequel "Avatar: The Way of Water." We also have an early review of "The Good House," a romantic comedy/drama that reunites Sigourney Weaver with Kevin Kline (and it's Sigourney Weaver Day around here, which is always welcome). In news, we talk box office, more "Don't Worry Darling" drama, Russia boycotting the Academy Awards, the Taylor Hawkins tribute concert, new seasons of "True Detective" and "Squid Game," and more. And over at our Patreon , we revisit "The Queen" for September's Off the Menu selection. Thanks for joining us!

Sep 24, 2022

We're frolicking in suburbia with Harry and Miss Flo this week on Breakfast All Day. Christy and Alonso review the much-anticipated "Don't Worry Darling," and feel baffled by this beautiful but ultimately ridiculous sci-fi thriller. (We'll do a spoiler discussion down the road. We have lots of questions.) But we were both pleasantly surprised by "Confess, Fletch," with Jon Hamm stepping into one of Chevy Chase's iconic roles. It's in theaters and streaming on Paramount+. In news, we discuss the "Avatar" 4K re-release, trailers for "Knock at the Cabin" and "Bardo," Margot Robbie, season 2 of "The Vow" and more. And we have a ton of stuff on our Patreon : the first three installments of the "Star Wars" series "Andor," as well as new episodes of "The Handmaid's Tale" and "She-Hulk." Thanks as always for joining us! To get started with the graphic design website Canva, click here: https://partner.canva.com/c/3656599/6...

Sep 21, 2022

So many new fall movies came out this past weekend, we had to scatter them across several days to get to them all. On our latest episode of Breakfast All Day, we review the exceptionally kick-ass "The Woman King," the needless remake of the Austrian thriller "Goodnight Mommy" (which Alonso liked better than Christy did), and we go deep into spoilers on "Barbarian" now that the horror movie has been our for a little while. But it's best to see it knowing nothing, so you've been warned! In news, we discuss the "Constantine" sequel, the excellent indie drama "God's Country," Ezra Miller, Woody Allen and more. Thanks for joining us.

Sep 17, 2022

Fall movie season begins in earnest this week, and we have a Breakfast All Day review of two much-anticipated titles featuring deeply committed performances from their female stars. "Blonde" finds Ana de Armas at the center of a beautiful and brutal look at the life of Marilyn Monroe, and "Pearl," the prequel to "X," offers a gonzo turn from Mia Goth. In news, Christy and Alonso discuss "Rogue Squadron," "Squid Game," "The Little Mermaid," "I Wanna Dance With Somebody" and more. And it's a big day on our Patreon because "The Handmaid's Tale" is back on Hulu, and we have a recap of the first two episodes of season 5. We also recap this week's "She-Hulk," which gave Alonso a new nickname. Join us for all this podcast goodness!

Sep 14, 2022

We're freaking out in a "Moonage Daydream" here at Breakfast All Day, but we're also celebrating because it's our 300th episode! And this week is a great example of the totally random cross-section of stuff you get from us. Alonso and Christy review the trippy, kaleidoscopic David Bowie documentary, which is best experienced on the biggest screen you can find with the crispest sound. It comes out Friday, Sept. 16 in theaters, including several IMAX locations. Dan Murrell returns to help Christy catch up with the twisty horror movie "Barbarian," and we kept our review spoiler-free because you should go in knowing as little as possible. And we have a jam-packed news segment between D23, the Toronto International Film Festival and the death of French New Wave legend Jean-Luc Godard. We're thrilled you've stuck with us this long, so thank you!

Sep 10, 2022

We're still waiting for someone to come along and sprinkle fairy dust on us. 'Til then, we're just gonna keep acting like real film critics here at Breakfast All Day. Alonso and Christy review the truly terrible live-action remake of "Pinocchio," which went straight to streaming on Disney+. We also have lots of news for you, including the Toronto International Film Festival starting (with Alonso's breakdown of how meaningless standing ovations are), Disney's D23 Expo, trailers for "Glass Onion" and "My Policeman," Lea Michele in "Funny Girl," Beyond Fest celebrating "RRR" director S.S. Rajamouli and more. And over at our Patreon , we recap episode 4 of "She-Hulk: Attorney at Law," which was actually good! Thanks for sharing some of your time with us.

Sep 7, 2022

Don't worry, darling — Breakfast All Day is back. And Alonso is recovering and feeling perky just in time to talk about whether Harry Styles actually spit on Chris Pine at the Venice Film Festival. Also in news, he and Christy discuss the movies premiering at Telluride, new trailers for "White Noise" and "Empire of Light," accusations against Arcade Fire's Win Butler, and Rob Schneider saying he'll toss away his career for his beliefs, whatever that means. We also catch up with a review of the satire "Honk for Jesus. Save Your Soul.," featuring excellent performances from Regina Hall and Sterling K. Brown. And over at our Patreon , we finally recap the season 2 finale of "Only Murders in the Building" as well as episodes 2 and 3 of "She-Hulk." Thanks for your patience!

Sep 2, 2022

Lace up your roller skates and join us for an end-of-summer edition of Breakfast All Day. Alonso and Christy catch up with the comedy-drama-horror-romance "Spin Me Round," which is as messy as it sounds. It stars Alison Brie and Aubrey Plaza and is in theaters and streaming. And in our latest round of "Was It Great or Were You 8?" we had the pleasure of revisiting "Xanadu," which Christy still loves with zero irony. With the recent passing of Olivia Newton-John, this is a perfect opportunity to reflect on what made her so beloved. Come back next week when we'll have more movie news and reviews. Until then, stay cool over Labor Day weekend, and thanks for sharing some of your time with us.

Aug 26, 2022

Alonso's feeling a little under the weather this week, but the always delightful and insightful Katie Walsh was kind enough to fill in on a couple of Breakfast All Day film reviews. We discuss "Three Thousand Years of Longing," George Miller's disappointing follow-up to "Mad Max: Fury Road," and the extremely weird "Funny Pages," a comedy that feels like a return to the early days of indie film. We'll be back on Monday with news as well as TV recaps for our Patreon subscribers: the season 2 finale of "Only Murders in the Building," and episode 2 of "She-Hulk." Hope you're having a relaxing end of the summer, and thanks for sharing some of those lazy days with us.

Aug 24, 2022

In these lazy, last days of summer, we're catching up with a perfectly pleasant (if problematic) rom-com on Breakfast All Day: "Look Both Ways," a "Sliding Doors" homage starring Lili Reinhart. We also have an early review of "Breaking," in theaters Friday, starring John Boyega in the true story of a Georgia bank holdup. And in news, we discuss the #BamaRush phenomenon getting the documentary treatment, Bill Paxton, Gary Busey, "Spider-Man: No Way Home," "Avatar," Nick Kroll and more. Kick back and join us.

Aug 20, 2022

Idris Elba will save us all this week on Breakfast All Day. Our good friend Kristian Harloff joins Christy to review the thriller "Beast" (and if you're not already subscribed to his YouTube Channel , you should be). Alonso and Christy also review the nutty horror prequel "Orphan: First Kill." In news, we discuss Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt, Jonah Hill, "Wednesday," "Jaws," "Sesame Street" and more. And we've got a ton of great stuff over at our Patreon : recaps of the first episode of "She-Hulk: Attorney at Law" and the second-to-last episode of "Only Murders in the Building," plus a back-to-school Off the Menu discussion of 1973's "American Graffiti," the movie that put George Lucas on the map. Hop in your car, crank it up and cruise the boulevard with us. * Our latest Movie House Shout-Out goes to the historic and beloved Manor Theatre in Pittsburgh, where they're celebrating their 100th anniversary. They've also got a fantastic array of films planned for their End of Summer Blockbuster Fest, running from Aug. 26-Sept. 1. To buy tickets and learn more about the Manor, visit them here .

Aug 17, 2022

Hold on tight — we've got you here on Breakfast All Day. Alonso and Christy catch up with "Fall," a lean, mean survival thriller that will make you seriously squirm in your seat if you're afraid of heights. In news, we discuss Ezra Miller, Tom Holland, Olivia Wilde and Jason Sudeikis, Florence Pugh and Zach Braff, and we remember director Wolfgang Petersen. And over at our Patreon , our subscribers picked a great Off the Menu selection as summer draws to a close: 1973's "American Graffiti." Hop in your car, crank it up and join us.

Aug 13, 2022

We begin with sad news yet again on Breakfast All Day with the death of Anne Heche. Alonso and Christy discuss the actress' long and varied career and tragic end at just 53. Also in news: Armie Hammer, Fred Savage, the Golden Globes, "Nope," "Bodies Bodies Bodies" and more. Plus we have reviews of "Summering," from director and co-writer James Ponsoldt, and "Emily the Criminal," featuring yet another gripping dramatic performance from Aubrey Plaza. And for our Patreon subscribers, a recap of this week's "Only Murders in the Building." Could Michael Rapaport really be Glitter Guy? We're not so sure. Join us for a late summer hangout.

Aug 10, 2022

We're heartbroken here at Breakfast All Day over the death of Olivia Newton-John. Alonso and Christy discuss her film and music career and what she's meant as as pop culture icon for decades. Also in news: box office, Anne Heche, Jennette McCurdy, the Spice Girls and Nicole Kidman, who will return as the face of AMC Theaters. We also have a couple of reviews for you: the horror flick "They/Them" on Hulu, and the cringe comedy "I Love My Dad." Thanks so much for joining us during these waning days of summer.

Aug 6, 2022

Alonso and Christy are heading in different directions in our review of the star-studded, action-packed "Bullet Train" on Breakfast All Day. But we agree that the "Predator" prequel "Prey" on Hulu and A24's horror comedy "Bodies Bodies Bodies" are both pretty kick-ass, and you should see them as summer movie season winds down. In news, we talk about the whole "Batgirl" fiasco, the passing of the legendary Vin Scully and more. And over at our Patreon , we recap this week's episode of "Only Murders in the Building," which sheds some light on Mabel's past. Hop on and join us.

Aug 3, 2022

And we're back! Vacation is over and it's time to play catch-up on Breakfast All Day. Alonso and Christy have a lengthy, spoiler-filled review of Jordan Peele's "Nope," and we slog through "The Gray Man," the latest big-budget, star-studded action extravaganza on Netflix. And in news, we discuss everything that's been going on the past couple of weeks: the Bennifer wedding, Comic-Con, the "Wakanda Forever" trailer, Will Smith's video apology for the Oscar slap, and several celebrity deaths including Paul Sorvino and Nichelle Nichols. Hope your summer's been restful, and thanks for spending part of it with us.

Jul 29, 2022

Oh hey, it's just us, doing another round of Ask Us Anything on Breakfast All Day. Christy and Alonso answer more of your questions, ranging from our favorite movies to recommend to people, to the best Harrison Ford role, to how we got started as film critics. We also review the second half of SS Rajamouli's two-part Telugu extravaganza, 2017's "Baahubali: The Conclusion," which we ended up liked better than "Baahubali: The Beginning." We'll be back next week with reviews of new movies, including "Nope" and "Bullet Train." Thanks for sharing part of your summer with us!

Jul 22, 2022

We loved "RRR" so much and got so many great suggestions of other Telugu films to watch that we're now digging into "Baahubali: The Beginning" on Breakfast All Day. Alonso and Christy were blown away by SS Rajamouli's 2015 movie, and we'll have a review of part two, "Baahubali: The Conclusion," next week. Also this week, we introduce a new segment we're so excited about: Was It Great, or Were You 8? We'll look back at movies we loved when we were 8 years old to see whether they truly were great, or we're just remembering them fondly through the rosy lens of nostalgia. First off: Alonso has chosen "The Bad News Bears" from 1976. When you're done listening, you can vote on our YouTube poll . Let us know what you think, and thanks for spending part of your summer with us!

Jul 16, 2022

Dakota Johnson breaks the fourth wall to offer dry, witty asides and the well-timed eyeroll in a cheeky adaptation of Jane Austen's "Persuasion." Purists aren't loving it but Alonso and Christy had a good time, as you'll see from our Breakfast All Day review. In news, we discuss the Bradley Cooper-Huma Abedin romance, Delia Owens, Armie Hammer, Constance Wu, Joe Dante, trailers for "Orphan: First Kill" and "She Said," and more. And over at our Patreon , we recap the thrilling season finale of "Ms. Marvel." Quick programming note: Christy's heading out on vacation for a couple of weeks, but we have lots of goodies planned in her absence, including another round of Ask Us Anything and a new segment we're really excited about. Thanks for listening, and we'll be back with new episodes the first week in August!

Jul 13, 2022

The moss is dripping and the cicadas are chirping, but we're not exactly joining the chorus of "Where the Crawdads Sing," the new movie based on the best-selling novel. It comes out Friday, and Alonso and Christy have an early review on Breakfast All Day. But we do have lots of good stuff in news, including Emmy nominations, "Thor: Love and Thunder" box office, the Lea Michele/Beanie Feldstein "Funny Girl" fiasco, Elon Musk backing out of buying Twitter, Kirsten Dunst and Jesse Plemons getting married, and more. And over at our Patreon , we recap the latest episode of "Only Murders in the Building" on Hulu. Hop in your boat and join us.

Jul 9, 2022

We loved "Thor: Ragnarok," which makes the letdown of "Thor: Love and Thunder" that much more of a bummer. Alonso and Christy have a Breakfast All Day review of this wildly uneven MCU extravaganza. In news, we discuss the career of James Caan, who died at 82; the #Gentleminion backlash; trailers for "Clerks III" and "Amsterdam"; the George Clooney nipple batsuit; this weekend's Blobfest and more. And over at our Patreon , we recap the epic "Stranger Things" season 4 finale and this week's "Ms. Marvel." Join us!

Jul 6, 2022

We're at the halfway point in the year, so it's a good time to look back at the best films we've seen so far on Breakfast All Day. Alonso and Christy have a bit of overlap, including the spectacular "RRR," but we have some variety, too. In news, we talk about the record opening for "Minions: The Rise of Gru," as well as the phenomenon of #Gentleminions, in which groups of young men get dressed up in suits and ties to watch the "Minions" sequel in the theater. Also: "Stranger Things," Tom Cruise's 60th birthday and the end of the Movie Trivia Schmoedown. And for our Patreon subscribers , a recap of this week's delightful yet poignant episode of "Only Murders in the Building." Thanks for joining us for this quick, midweek pop-in.

Jul 2, 2022

You can run but you can't hide: Those little yellow dudes are storming into theaters this holiday weekend with the sequel "Minions: The Rise of Gru." Christy's friend and fellow YouTube critic Dan Murrell was kind enough to slog through it with her on Breakfast All Day, and they had more fun talking about the movie than actually watching the movie itself. Alonso and Christy also review the Regency-era rom-com "Mr. Malcolm's List," which is entertaining but feels familiar and inferior compared to "Bridgerton." In news, we discuss the Cinerama Dome, R. Kelly, Dakota Johnson, Tim Allen, Cameron Diaz and more. And over at our Patreon , we recap the gripping second-to-last episode of "Stranger Things" season 4 (we'll get to the finale next week) as well as "Ms. Marvel" E4. Stay safe this weekend and thanks for sticking with us.

Jun 29, 2022

We're trying something a little different in our midweek Breakfast All Day drop-in: Season two of "Only Murders in the Building" has begun on Hulu, and Alonso and Christy are sharing our recap of the first two episodes widely. It's the kind of content we usually offer exclusively to our Patreon subscribers, and we hope you'll consider joining us there for upcoming recaps this season as well as all of our TV coverage year-round. And in news, we discuss "Elvis" box office, the celebrity response to the Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade, Alec Baldwin interviewing Woody Allen, and the theory that Maverick's actually dead for most of the "Top Gun" sequel. What do you think? Let us know, and thanks for hanging out with us.

Jun 25, 2022

Are you lonesome tonight? Or sad, or scared, or seething with a white-hot rage over the state of things? Alonso and Christy hope to provide a bit of solace and escape on the latest Breakfast All Day Podcast. We touch briefly on the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe vs. Wade in news, plus discuss The Odd 1s Out, Florence Pugh, "My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3," Rupert Murdoch and Jerry Hall's divorce and more. Of course we had to review the Baz Luhrmann extravaganza "Elvis," as well as the completely charming "Marcel the Shell With Shoes On" and the gripping horror film "The Black Phone." And for our Patreon pals, recaps of the "Obi-Wan Kenobi" finale and this week's "Ms. Marvel." We're here for you no matter what, so thanks for sticking with us. Be safe out there.

Jun 22, 2022

Alonso and Christy may be a little late for the ceremony, but we RSVPd yes to "Father of the Bride" on Breakfast All Day. We were both charmed by the latest version of this classic comedy, starring Andy Garcia and Gloria Estefan, which is streaming on HBO Max. We also went back in time to 1958 to review "The Blob" in honor of our Movie House Shout-Out of the week, The Colonial Theatre in Phoenixville, PA. That's where much of the classic B-horror movie was shot, and it's where the annual Blobfest will take place July 8-10. Watch the movie with fellow "Blob" fans, then run screaming from the theater together in terror! Tickets are on sale now. And in news, we discuss "Lightyear" box office, the latest "Stranger Things" trailer, Ben Stiller visiting Ukraine, and the documentary "George Michael: Freedom Uncut," in theaters one night only on June 22. We don't want your freedom, as Wham! sang, so thanks very much for sticking with us.

Jun 18, 2022

We'd like to go to infinity and beyond here at Breakfast All Day, but "Lightyear" has us feeling like we're slogging through molasses. Alonso and Christy do not exactly have a stellar review of Pixar's "Toy Story" spinoff. We also review a couple of Sundance Film Festival favorites that are finally finding their way to the outside world: "Cha Cha Real Smooth" on Apple TV+ and in theaters, which has us quite divided, and "Good Luck to You, Leo Grande" on Hulu, which we both adored. In news, we discuss Ryan Gosling as Ken, Ana de Armas as Marilyn Monroe, BTS, Tom Hanks and the late French cinema legend Jean-Louis Trintignant. And we've got an insane amount of stuff for you over at our Patreon : finales of "Stranger Things" (for now) and "The Offer," plus the latest on "Ms. Marvel," "Obi-Wan Kenobi" and an Off the Menu review of "Rafiki" for Pride month. Join us!

Jun 15, 2022

We couldn't imagine discussing "The Godfather" without our dear friend Ben Mankiewicz, so we were thrilled he was able to join us on our midweek Breakfast All Day drop-in. We revisit the Coppola classic for its 50th anniversary, and because we're coming up on the finale of "The Offer" (which we've been recapping on our Patreon ). Christy and Alonso also review the Jennifer Lopez documentary "Halftime," which Christy is in (extremely briefly). And in news, we discuss the "Jurassic World Dominion" box office, Jennifer Hudson's EGOT, "Lightyear," Philip Baker Hall, and friend of the show Geoff Swanson, who died unexpectedly last week at just 34. * The extremely cool Grail Moviehouse in the heart of Asheville, NC's River Arts District gets this week's Movie House Shout-Out. They show indies like "Cha Cha Real Smooth," documentaries, and they're playing the annual Cat Video Fest starting June 24. To learn more about their programming or become a donor, you can find them here . Thanks to the Grail Moviehouse for helping spread the word on the work we're doing to support indie theaters!

Jun 11, 2022

It's time for more stomping and chomping on Breakfast All Day as we review "Jurassic World Dominion," supposedly the final film in the franchise. But as Jeff Goldblum likes to say, "Life finds a way," so who knows? Alonso and Christy also have a bunch of news for you, including Britney Spears getting married, the trailer for "Black Adam," the JLo documentary "Halftime" opening the Tribeca Film Festival (and we'll have a full review on Tuesday), Julia Garner playing Madonna and Rebel Wilson coming out. And we've got a ton of great stuff over at our Patreon : "Stranger Things," "Ms. Marvel," "Obi-Wan Kenobi," "The Offer" and a recap of "Heartstopper" season 1. Plus: We now have merch! Hoodies, T-shirts, doggy neckerchiefs and — of course — Breakfast All Day coffee mugs. Shop here at and show the world you have good taste in movies, too.

Jun 8, 2022

We're your cool rider and girl for all seasons on the latest Breakfast All Day. Alonso and Christy revisit the cult classic "Grease 2" on the occasion of its 40th anniversary Blu-Ray release. It's a movie Christy loves dearly with zero irony, and Alonso enjoys enough to indulge her by talking about it. We also review the shockingly great Adam Sandler basketball drama "Hustle," now out on Netflix. And in news, we discuss "Top Gun: Maverick" box office, the "Morbius" re-release, "Jurassic World Dominion" (which we'll have a full review of on Friday), Mariah Carey being sued, "The Northman" on Peacock and more. Hop on and join us!

Jun 4, 2022

It's Gnarly Friday here at Breakfast All Day, as Christy and Alonso review the trippy new David Cronenberg thriller "Crimes of the Future" as well as the astounding Indian sensation "RRR." In news, we discuss the Johnny Depp/Amber Heard verdict, Jada Pinkett Smith on The Slap, production beginning on "Furiosa," BTS at The White House, Quentin Tarantino's new podcast, Alonso's viewing of "RRR" at an #encoRRRe screening and more. And we've got a ton of great stuff for you over at our Patreon : recaps of "Stranger Things" episodes 3 and 4, plus the latest on "Obi-Wan Kenobi" and "The Offer." * Thanks again to the excellent folks at The Loft Cinema in Tucson, AZ, for teaming up with us this week. To learn more about their programming or become a donor, you can find them here .

Jun 1, 2022

It's a beautiful day to stay inside with us at Breakfast All Day. In news, Alonso and Christy talk about the surprise release of Bo Burnham's "Inside Outtakes," as well as "Top Gun: Maverick" box office, Kate Bush, Bradley Cooper, Rachel Zegler and more. (Also, we realize in retrospect that "Triangle of Sadness" is a Neon movie, not A24 -- apologies for the error.) We also have an early review of the delightfully raunchy, gay rom-com "Fire Island," which will begin streaming Friday on Hulu. And we do another round of Ask Us Anything, including questions about how we met and became friends, our advice on becoming a film critic, which director we'd teach a college course on and what's the craziest movie we've ever seen. This week's Movie House Shout-Out goes to a particularly rad theater: The Loft Cinema in Tuscon, AZ. You may remember them from our marquee segment when theaters were still closed early in the pandemic. To learn more about their inspired programming and community work, or to become a donor, you can find them here.

May 28, 2022

Only the Belchers can rescue us from this miserable week, so it's a good thing "The Bob's Burgers Movie" is finally coming out. Christy and Alonso have extremely different reviews on Breakfast All Day — Christy's a huge fan of the TV show so she had a blast, Alonso isn't so he didn't love it as much. In news, we briefly discuss the horrific school shooting in Uvalde, Texas, and the celebrity response to it; the death of Ray Liotta at 67; Star Wars Celebration announcements; Cannes premieres of "Elvis" and "Stars at Noon"; and Harrison Ford returning for a fifth "Indiana Jones" movie. If you're looking for "Top Gun: Maverick," we reviewed it and the original "Top Gun" on Tuesday's episode . And over at our Patreon , we have a ridiculous amount of great stuff: recaps of the first two episodes of "Stranger Things" season 4, the first two episodes of "Obi-Wan Kenobi," and episode 7 of "The Offer." Thanks as always for sticking with us, stay safe, and enjoy the long weekend.

May 25, 2022

It's "Top Gun" Tuesday here at Breakfast All Day — kinda like Taco Tuesday, only with more chunks of real Tom Cruise in every bite. We have an early review for you of the long-awaited sequel, "Top Gun: Maverick," which Christy loved but Alonso wasn't quite as enthusiastic. We also revisit the original "Top Gun" from 1986, which the sequel recalls repeatedly, to see how it holds up today. And in news, we discuss several new trailers including "Thor: Love and Thunder," shake-ups at "Saturday Night Live," Dave Chappelle, Ricky Gervais, Ellen DeGeneres and more. Come back on Friday when we'll have a review of "The Bob's Burgers Movie." Until then, thanks for joining us in the Danger Zone!

May 21, 2022

It's raining "Men" … hallelujah? Katie Walsh joins Christy to try and work through Alex Garland's impeccably crafted, deeply disturbing thriller this week on Breakfast All Day. Alonso and Christy also review something a bit lighter: the sequel "Downton Abbey: A New Era." In news, we discuss "Stranger Things" season 4 revelations, including the release of the first eight minutes of episode 1. Plus: Tom Cruise at Cannes, the trailer for the JLo documentary on Netflix (which Christy is in very, very briefly), "The Bob's Burgers Movie" premiere, "Heartstopper," "Bros," "She-Hulk" and more. And over at our Patreon , we recap episode 6 of "The Offer" on Paramount+. "The Godfather" will get made eventually, we just know it! Thanks as always for joining us.

May 17, 2022

We've got a quick, midweek nibble for you on Breakfast All Day, but we promise it's packed with nutrients. Alonso and Christy review "On the Count of Three," comedian Jerrod Carmichael's directorial debut; it's a comedy about suicide, and we were so impressed with the tough tonal balance Carmichael strikes. In news, we talk box office, "Bridgerton" season 3, "Saturday Night Live," Britney Spears, "RRR" and more. And over at our Patreon , we have a May Off the Menu discussion of "Ordinary People" (1980), winner of four Academy Awards including best picture and best director for Robert Redford. Thanks for joining us and we'll see you again Friday! * This week's Movie House Shout-Out goes to The Grand Cinema in Tacoma, Washington. They offer both studio releases and arthouse fare, and they do lots of great work to promote a love of film in the community. To learn more about their programming or become a donor, you can find them here .

May 14, 2022

We didn't start the fire, but we're happy to sit around it and talk about the week's new movies on Breakfast All Day. Alonso and Christy review the surprisingly dull "Firestarter," yet another adaptation of the Stephen King novel. Also: the Rebel Wilson comedy "Senior Year" on Netflix and "Pleasure," a provocative, Spirit Award-nominated look at the adult film industry. In news, we discuss the tragic closing of the Landmark Theatre in Los Angeles, sequels to "A Simple Favor" and "This Is Spinal Tap," Norm MacDonald, Patti LuPone, Fred Ward and more. And on our Patreon , we recap the latest episode of "The Offer" on Paramount+, which was surprisingly good. Thanks as always for joining us.

May 11, 2022

Hey, look, the trailer for the "Avatar" sequel is finally online, and we have some thoughts on your midweek Breakfast All Day drop-in. Alonso and Christy also discuss the giant opening for "Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness," Fred Savage, Frank Langella, the "Dirty Dancing" sequel and more in news. And we have an in-depth spoiler discussion of the "Doctor Strange" sequel. You've been warned! But also, join us! We're happy to see you.

May 9, 2022

We're back with another episode of Marvel Mondays! Christy's surly tween, Nicolas, agreed to sit down with her to discuss "Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness." The original "Doctor Strange" (2016) was a favorite of ours among all of the MCU movies, so we had high hopes, but ended up with mixed reviews. Nic and Christy talk about Sam Raimi's style, Wanda's motivation, America Chavez, the many characters and storylines that get woven in here and where they'd rank the "Doctor Strange" sequel within the franchise. Thanks as always for joining us, and we'll be back in July with a Marvel Monday discussion of "Thor: Love and Thunder"!

May 7, 2022

Bring on the bombast! That's what we say here at Breakfast All Day. The video for Lady Gaga's theme song from "Top Gun: Maverick" is out, and it's exactly as over the top as you want it to be (it's also insanely catchy and still stuck in Christy's head). Also in news, Alonso and Christy talk about Dave Chappelle, Amber Heard, Kim Kardashian, trailers for David Cronenberg's "Crimes of the Future" and Disney+'s "Obi-Wan Kenobi," and the illustrated children book of "Petite Maman," if you feel like sobbing alone in the comfort of your own home. We also have a couple of reviews, of course: the adorable queer rom-com "Crush" on Hulu, and the French abortion drama "Happening," which is excellent and unfortunately all-too relevant. And over at our Patreon , we recap the "Moon Knight" finale and the latest episode of "The Offer." Hold our hand and join us!

May 4, 2022

We're hopping through universes to reach you on this midweek edition of Breakfast All Day. Alonso and Christy have an early review for you of "Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness," which both found to be a bit disappointing, despite the Sam Raimi-ishness of it all. In news, we discuss Justin Lin, the Met Gala, Bill Murray, Naomi Judd and more. We'll have a full-on spoiler review of the "Doctor Strange" sequel next Tuesday, so be sure to check back. 'Til then, thanks for joining us! * This week's Movie House Shout-Out goes to The Belcourt Theatre in Nashville, Tennessee, a place near and dear to Alonso's heart from his days at Vanderbilt. To learn more about their history and programming or to become a donor, visit them here .

Apr 30, 2022

We're here to serve you up the latest movie news and reviews on Breakfast All Day. Alonso and Christy discuss yet another forgettable Liam Neeson action flick, "Memory," as well as the Finnish horror fairy tale "Hatching," which we both loved. In news, we talk about all the goings-on at CinemaCon — from "Avatar" and "Doctor Strange" sequels to the latest "Mission: Impossible" and, of course, that weird Olivia Wilde envelope thing. Plus we wish our dear friend and colleague, longtime Wall Street Journal film critic Joe Morgenstern, all the best in his retirement. Over at our Patreon , we recap this week's episode of "Moon Knight," which provided some clarity but left some mystery for the finale. And this week's Movie House Shout-Out goes to the Lumiere Cinema at the Music Hall in Beverly Hills, CA. They've got a fascinating story, they play new and repertory arthouse films, and they could use your support. Thanks for hanging out with us as always!

Apr 27, 2022

You've got questions, we've got answers, in our first Breakfast All Day Ask Us Anything! We asked you guys to send us questions on our YouTube community page and got such an overwhelming response, we were only able to get to a fraction of them (including one about "Showgirls"), but we'll do more, we promise. Alonso and Christy also review the charming indie rom-com "7 Days," which won the Spirit Award for best first feature earlier this year. In news, we discuss "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse," Jerry West, box office, Elon Musk buying Twitter, Viola Davis and more. And over at our Patreon , we recap the first three episodes of the "Godfather" behind-the-scenes saga "The Offer" on Paramount+, which we're not sure about yet. Thanks for sharing some of your time with us this week.

Apr 23, 2022

We will avenge you this week on Breakfast All Day with a review of one of the most anticipated films in a while. Christy and Alonso rave about "The Northman," the latest trippy saga from director and co-writer Robert Eggers. We also review "Petite Maman," Celine Sciamma'a deeply moving French gem, which was one of our favorite movies of 2021 and is finally in theaters. In news, we discuss CNN+, Jerry West, Johnny Depp (again), Ezra Miller (again), George Michael and "Grease 2." And over at our Patreon , we recap episode 4 of "Moon Knight," which was finally good! Let us know your thoughts on all of this, and thanks for sharing some of your time with us. To learn more about the fine folks at The Frida Cinema in Santa Ana, CA — our latest Movie House Shout-Out, where "The Northman" is playing starting this weekend — you can check out their programming or become a donor on their website.

Apr 20, 2022

Nicolas Cage IS Nick Cage in "The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent," and Alonso and Christy have an early review on Breakfast All Day. This movie is a total blast, and it comes out Friday. We also catch up with the mesmerizing "Memoria," the latest from Thai master Apichatpong Weerasethakul, which is playing somewhere sometime , possibly near you, in a traveling roadshow format. In news: the "Thor: Love and Thunder" trailer, "Fantastic Beasts" box office, Danny Elfman and Finneas at Coachella, the Johnny Depp/Amber Heard trial and more. And over at our Patreon , we revisit "Rabbit Hole," April's Off the Menu selection. Thanks as always for joining us!

Apr 16, 2022

The third "Fantastic Beasts" movie is out, but will there be a fourth and fifth as planned? Our mixed review reflects how not everyone is fully under the spell of this "Harry Potter" spinoff. The engaging and insightful Perri Nemiroff joins Christy to discuss "Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore." (You can find her YouTube channel here.) Also, Alonso and Christy review the darkly comic thriller "Dual," starring Karen Gillan and … Karen Gillan. In news, we remember Gilbert Gottfried and talk Cannes, Coachella, the JLo documentary, Cuba Gooding Jr., Bam Margera and more. And over at our Patreon , we wrap up "Bridgerton" season 2 on Netflix with a recap of the final two episodes, and we puzzle our way through episode 3 of "Moon Knight" on Disney+, which we're just not feeling. We'd love to hear your thoughts on all of this, and enjoy the weekend!

Apr 13, 2022

We've got breaking news and catch-up reviews for you on our midweek edition of Breakfast All Day. Alonso finally saw "Everything Everywhere All at Once" and had very different thoughts on it from the review Christy and Katie Walsh did a few weeks ago, so he chimes in with a rare re-review. By popular demand, we review Ti West's '70s horror homage "X." In news, we discuss the "Stranger Things" season 4 trailer, the Bennifer engagement, Britney Spears' pregnancy, "Sonic 2" box office and more. And over at our Patreon , we recap episodes 5 and 6 of "Bridgerton," where things are finally getting exciting. Plus, we're doing the first of our Movie House Shout-Outs. We're thrilled to tell you about the great work they're doing at the beautiful and historic Fargo Theatre in Fargo, N.D. If you'd like to check out their programming or support them by becoming a donor or member, here's a link: https://fargotheatre.org/. Thanks for joining us!

Apr 9, 2022

Hop in and hang on: It's a new episode of Breakfast All Day. Our good friend Tim Grierson swings by to help Christy review the new Michael Bay extravaganza, "Ambulance," which we actually enjoyed. Christy and Alonso review the Celine Dion sorta-biopic "Aline," and catch up with the Judd Apatow Netflix comedy "The Bubble." We have breaking news from the Academy on Will Smith, as well as new details on Ezra Miller, Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick, Asghar Farhadi, the "Marcel the Shell With Shoes On" trailer and more. And there's some truly great stuff for our Patreon subscribers: the finale of "The Dropout," as well as recaps of "Bridgerton" E3-4 and the new "Moon Knight." Thanks as always for joining us!

Apr 5, 2022

We're back from spring break and ready to sink our teeth into the latest movies on Breakfast All Day. Christy and Alonso play catch up with "Morbius," which is terrible, and "Apollo 10 1/2," which is delightful. In news, we discuss the fallout from the Will Smith slap, Chris Rock's return to standup, Bruce Willis stepping away from acting because of aphasia, Jerrod Carmichael coming out, "Obi-Wan Kenobi" and more. We're also asking our listeners to recommend their favorite local movie theaters so we can give them a shout-out as part of a new partnership plan we're working on. And for our Patreon friends, recaps of the "Moon Knight" debut, the first two episodes of "Bridgerton" season 2, and the penultimate episode of "The Dropout." Be sure to come back Friday for the series finale, and thanks as always for sharing some of your time with us!

Mar 28, 2022

The next day, Christy and Alonso and are still sorting through what happened at the Oscars. What did you make of Will Smith slapping Chris Rock? Did your favorite movies win? And who was the best dressed? Let us know what you thought of those bizarre 2022 Academy Awards, and thanks for spending time with us throughout awards season.

Mar 25, 2022

Let us help you make your Oscar picks! Christy and Alonso have lots of thoughts on this year's Academy Award nominees — and we even went back and changed some of them as the season evolved and new front-runners emerged. If you'd like to see the videos we posted this week on our Breakfast All Day YouTube Channel , they're all right here. But you can always enjoy us in podcast form, as well. Let us know who you'd like to see win, and thanks for joining us!

Mar 25, 2022

Just a quick pop-in ahead of the Academy Awards here at Breakfast All Day. Alonso and Christy have some final thoughts before the big night, including those candid opinions from anonymous Oscar voters. We also discuss Asghar Farhadi, CinemaSins, and the trailers for "Men," "The Offer" and the new season of "Mystery Science Theater 3000." And we have a mixed review of the Sandra Bullock-Channing Tatum comedy "The Lost City." If you're looking for our review of "Everything Everywhere All at Once," Christy and Katie Walsh did one earlier this week. Make sure you keep an eye (and en ear) out for our Oscar picks in an upcoming episode. And we'll be back on Monday to discuss all the winners — but of course there are no losers. Thanks as always for hanging out with us!

Mar 23, 2022

We've got a quick but jam-packed midweek episode of Breakfast All Day. In news, Christy and Alonso discuss big wins for "CODA" at the Producers Guild and Writers Guild awards, Rachel Zegler, Amanda Bynes, "Jackass Forever," "The Godfather" trilogy and more. Then our great friend Katie Walsh joins Christy for an early review of "Everything Everywhere All at Once," which is as overwhelming as the title would suggest but also an excellent showcase for the many talents of Michelle Yeoh. Stay tuned later this week for our Oscar picks! And thanks for hanging out with us.

Mar 19, 2022

The erotic thriller is back and we are here for it on Breakfast All Day. Christy and Alonso review the hotly awaited "Deep Water," now streaming on Hulu, starring Ben Affleck and Ana de Armas. We also review the Hitchcockian thriller "Windfall" on Netflix, and we finally do a spoiler discussion of "The Batman." We disagree on some things, so jump in with your theories. In news, we talk Pete Davidson, Dolly Parton, Producers Guild and Writers Guild awards, and the end of "Flip or Flop" on HGTV. And we've got some really cool stuff over at our Patreon : recaps of this week's episodes of "The Gilded Age" and "The Dropout," plus a century-old classic as our March Off the Menu selection: the hugely influential vampire tale "Nosferatu." Come sink your teeth into all this podcast goodness.

Mar 16, 2022

You guys asked for more spoilers so we've got a double serving of them for you on Breakfast All Day. Christy and Alonso go into all the gory details of the horror movies "Fresh" on Hulu and "Scream," which is now streaming on Paramount+. In news, we talk Jane Campion and Venus and Serena Williams, William Hurt, SXSW, trailers for "Ms. Marvel" and Michael Mann's "Tokyo Vice," plus Pete Davidson in space. And we have a flashback review of a movie Alonso loves (and Christy had never heard of), the queer indie comedy "I've Heard the Mermaids Singing," which is now in theaters with a 4K restoration. Glad you've joined us for a mid-week drop-in!

Mar 12, 2022

We are bursting with panda excitement — and angst, and boy-band lust — this week on Breakfast All Day. Christy and Alonso review the latest from Pixar Animation, "Turning Red," which we both really enjoyed. We also review the Netflix sci-fi comedy "The Adam Project," which … we both really didn't enjoy. In news, we talk DGA Awards, BAFTAs, Jussie Smollett, Ryan Coogler, trailers for the "Obi-Wan Kenobi" series on Disney+ and "Bridgerton" season 2 on Netflix and more. And we've got lots of goodies at our Patreon : recaps of the "Pam & Tommy" finale, plus new episodes of "The Gilded Age" and "The Dropout." Pack a picnic and join us!

Mar 9, 2022

Watching "Pam & Tommy" for our Breakfast All Day Patreon made us realize we'd never seen "Barb Wire," the 1996 sci-fi action flick that was supposed to make Pamela Anderson a mega movie star. That didn't happen, but we wanted to catch up with it anyway, so Alonso and Christy have a review for you. We also review the stylish horror film "Fresh" on Hulu. And for our midweek news drop-in, we talk "The Batman" box office, Spirit Awards, the Oscar nominees luncheon, Disney's stance on Florida's "Don't Say Gay" legislation and the trailer for the erotic thriller "Deep Water," which we'll definitely review when it comes out in a couple weeks. Thanks for joining us!

Mar 5, 2022

"The Batman" is finally here, and we've got a rave review on Breakfast All Day. Christy and Katie Walsh have a spoiler-free discussion of Robert Pattinson's portrayal of the Caped Crusader. Also this week, Alonso and Christy review the documentary "Lucy and Desi" and the gorgeous sci-fi drama "After Yang." In news, we talk early "Batman" box office and ticket prices, Spirit Awards, the Lakers miniseries "Winning Time" beginning on HBO and the end of both #Bendergate and The Viper Room. And over at our Patreon , we recap this week's episodes of "Pam & Tommy" and "The Gilded Age" as well as the first three episodes of "The Dropout," about Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes' fraudulent attempts to revolutionize the health care industry. Grab a green juice and join us!

Mar 2, 2022

We are shiny and chrome this week on Breakfast All Day for so many reasons. First, Christy and Alonso have a Tuesday news drop, including early reviews of "The Batman," Screen Actors Guild award winners, Sam Elliott trashing "The Power of the Dog," #OscarsFanFavorite and more. With "The Batman" opening this week, we ponder that age-old question: Who's the best Batman? And our good friend Kyle Buchanan of The New York Times joins us to discuss his new book, "Blood, Sweat & Chrome: The Wild and True Story of Mad Max: Fury Road." It's a juicy, breezy oral history of this famously difficult shoot, which resulted in a cinematic masterpiece. Crank up the volume and ride to Valhalla with us!

Feb 26, 2022

The delightful Dave White (The Wrap, Linoleum Knife) fills in for his husband, Alonso, this week on Breakfast All Day. And while we've thrown a truly random cross-section of movies his way, the longtime critic is naturally able to speak about them all insightfully. We review the musical "Cyrano" starring Peter Dinklage, "Tyler Perry's A Madea Homecoming" because Dave is a Madea aficionado, and the Foo Fighters' horror comedy "Studio 666." In news, we talk Oscars, SAG Awards, that legendary Spider-Man meme, AnnaLynne McCord's Putin poem, the late Sally Kellerman and more. And over at our Patreon , Alonso and Christy recap this week's episodes of "Pam & Tommy" on Hulu and "The Gilded Age" on HBO. Join Christy and the husbands for all this podcast goodness!

Feb 23, 2022

It's 2s-day — that is, 2/22/22 on a Tuesday — so we had to do a midweek drop-in on Breakfast All Day. Christy and Alonso have news updates, including "Uncharted" box office, "The Godfather" re-release for its 50th anniversary, James Gunn and Jennifer Holland getting engaged, our friend Kyle Buchanan's exciting new "Mad Max: Fury Road" book and more. With "The Batman" coming out next week, we take a closer look at Robert Pattinson's best performances, and the way he's used his "Twilight" clout to work with daring auteurs like David Cronenberg and Claire Denis. And we do a spoilery breakdown of that brilliant but subtle twist at the end of "The Power of the Dog," which has understandably caused some confusion. Let us know what you think of all of this, and thanks for joining us!

Feb 19, 2022

Tom Holland and Mark Wahlberg are hunting for hidden treasure, and we're right on their tails this week on Breakfast All Day. The brilliant Katie Walsh returns to help Christy review "Uncharted," the long-awaited film version of the popular video game series. Alonso and Christy also review "Dog," a buddy road trip comedy starring Channing Tatum and … a dog. In news, we discuss plans for "Stranger Things" seasons 4 and 5, "Peacemaker" season 2, Francis Ford Coppola's GQ magazine article, an update in the fatal Halyna Hutchins shooting, Oscar vaccine plans, and Aaron Rodgers and Shailene Woodley calling it quits. And we've got a ton of great stuff for you over at our Patreon : a recap of the "Peacemaker" season finale and new episodes of "Pam & Tommy" and "The Gilded Age," plus a February Off the Menu review of Sidney Poitier's "A Warm December." Thanks so much for hanging out with us, and enjoy the weekend.

Feb 15, 2022

Time is a flat circle, which means you get a Breakfast All Day episode on a Tuesday. We're trying some new things lately, including mixing in mid-week news, reviews and DVD recommendations. Christy and Alonso catch up with Steven Soderbergh's high-tech thriller "Kimi," which is streaming on HBO Max, and we have some DVD recommendations for you including "Eternals" and a 4K of "Looper." And in news, we discuss the Oscars announcing they'll recognize a "most-popular" movie viewers can vote on, Super Bowl ads, Bob Saget conspiracy theories, the death of Ivan Reitman at 75 and more. Be sure to come back on Friday when we'll have reviews of "Uncharted" and "Dog," plus all our TV recaps on our Patreon. Let us know what you'd like to see more or less of, and thanks as always for joining us.

Feb 12, 2022

It's Valentine's Day Weekend AND Super Bowl Weekend, and we've got something for whatever you're into on Breakfast All Day. Katie Walsh is back to join Christy for a review of Kenneth Branagh's star-studded (and troubled) version of "Death on the Nile." And Alonso and Christy review a couple of rom-coms: Jennifer Lopez and Owen Wilson in "Marry Me" and Jenny Slate and Charlie Day in "I Want You Back." In news, we talk Oscar and Razzie nominations, the Super Bowl, the "Jurassic World: Dominion" trailer, the future of "Futurama" and #Bendergate, Steven Soderbergh, Brene Brown, Leslie Jones and more. And over at our Patreon , we have a ridiculous amount of TV to recap: "The Book of Boba Fett" finale, plus new episodes of "Peacemaker," "Pam & Tommy" and "The Gilded Age." Buy yourself some chocolate whether you're in love or not, and thanks for hanging out with us.

Feb 8, 2022

It's Hollywood's biggest morning — the 2022 Oscar nominations — so we had to post a special Tuesday episode to cover all the highs, lows, surprises and disappointments. Our great friend, Los Angeles Times awards expert Glenn Whipp , joins us to share his perspective. "The Power of the Dog" leads all nominees with 12, followed by "Dune" with 10. What were you happy to see get nominated? What do you hope will win? Let us know. (Also, quick correction, "Licorice Pizza" is NOT streaming yet. Apologies.) Christy and Alonso also have a timely segment on new DVD releases, including three films that got multiple nominations today: "Belfast," "King Richard" and "Encanto." We don't talk about Bruno, but we do talk about movies, and we're happy to have you join us.

Feb 5, 2022

Hi, we're Breakfast All Day, and this is … a new episode of our podcast. This week, our dear friend Katie Walsh joins Christy to review the panoply of pain that is "Jackass Forever." We also talk about the disaster epic "Moonfall," which is extremely stupid, and yet, not stupid enough. In news, Alonso and Christy discuss BAFTA nominations, "Knives Out 2," the Spotify exodus, Spike Lee's documentary series on Colin Kaepernick, Whoopi Goldberg, Rudy Giuliani, Howard Hesseman, and the Wordle guy selling his game to the NY Times for low seven figures. And over at our Patreon , we have a mind-blowing array of recaps: "The Book of Boba Fett," "Peacemaker," "The Gilded Age," and the first three episodes of "Pam & Tommy." Thanks as always for joining us!

Jan 28, 2022

Rock and roll can never die here at Breakfast All Day. This week, Christy and Alonso review the understated yet powerful teen drama "The Fallout" on HBO Max, the enigmatic "Sundown" starring Tim Roth and Charlotte Gainsbourg, and we have an early review of Norway's "The Worst Person in the World," one of Alonso's favorite movies of 2021, which comes out Feb. 4. In news: awards season takes shape with nominations from the Directors, Producers and Writers guilds. Plus! So many beefs: Neil Young vs. Spotify, Evangeline Lilly vs. vaccine mandates, Taylor Swift vs. Damon Albarn, Morrissey vs. Johnny Marr, and Peter Dinklage vs. "Snow White and the Seven Dwarves." And lots of great stuff over at our Patreon : recaps of this week's "The Book of Boba Fett" (which was finally good!), episodes 4 and 5 of "Peacemaker," and the debut of "The Gilded Age," the latest sophisticated soap opera from "Downton Abbey" creator Julian Fellowes. Cross the street and gossip with us — we won't tell anyone — and thanks as always for listening.

Jan 21, 2022

It's January, and the pickings are slim at the movie theater, but we've found some quality nuggets for you here at Breakfast All Day. This week, Christy and Alonso play catch-up with a few movies we've been meaning to discuss: Marvel's thrilling "Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings," which is streaming on Disney+; Asghar Farhadi's gripping drama "A Hero," which has been in theaters and is now streaming on Amazon Prime Video; and the inventive, animated documentary "Flee," which expands to more theaters this weekend. In news, we talk about the deaths of Meat Loaf, Louis Anderson and Andre Leon Talley, as well as the legendary Marty from Marty and Elayne at the Dresden, an extremely L.A. entertainer. Also: Sundance has begun virtually, Joss Whedon talks to New York Magazine, the M&M characters get a makeover, "We Don't Talk About Bruno" from "Encanto" is a huge hit, Adele postpones her Las Vegas residency and Adam Rippon marries his boyfriend. And we've got a ton of stuff on our Patreon : recaps of this week's "The Book of Boba Fett" on Disney+ as well as the first three episodes of "Peacemaker" on HBO Max, and a bonus Off the Menu review of 1967's "In the Heat of the Night," the Sidney Poitier film our subscribers chose for us. Enjoy, and thanks as always for joining us.

Jan 14, 2022

Do you like scary movies? We've got one for you this week on Breakfast All Day, as Katie Walsh joins Christy to review the new "Scream," the fifth film in the meta horror franchise. Also, Alonso finally watched "Eternals," so we catch up with Chloe Zhao's Marvel entry, and we review the animated "Hotel Transylvania: Transformania," the rare movie that has us extremely divided. In news, we discuss Bob Saget, Ronnie Spector, the Golden Globes, the Screen Actors Guild nominations, season three announcements for both "The Great" and "The Morning Show," Jason Momoa and Lisa Bonet divorcing, and O.G. "American Idol" finalist Clay Aiken running for Congress, again. And over at our Patreon , we recap this week's episode of "The Book of Boba Fett" (which we're not really feeling yet) and revisit the delightfully zany "What's Up, Doc?" the Peter Bogdanovich movie our subscribers chose for the latest Off the Menu selection. Don't answer the phone! Listen to our podcast instead. And thanks for joining us.

Jan 8, 2022

Happy 2022! Things may seem uncertain so far, but we're here for you no matter what on Breakfast All Day. Our dear friend and O.G. "What the Flick?!" co-host Ben Mankiewicz joins us to share his insights on a couple of bits of sad news: the deaths of Peter Bogdanovich and Sidney Poitier. Also in news: the many cancellations/postponements/virtual versions this new covid surge has caused, including the Sundance Film Festival, the Honorary Oscars, the Westminster Dog Show and "Morbius" (again). Plus: we remember the great Betty White and marvel at the billion-dollar box office of "Spider-Man: No Way Home." We couldn't start the new year without looking back at the best and worst movies of 2021. For new reviews, Alonso and Christy discuss "The 355," "The Tender Bar," and "Drive My Car," the LA Film Critics Association's pick for best picture. And for our Patreon subscribers, we recap the first two episodes of "The Book of Boba Fett" on Disney+. It's a lot! So grab a cup of tea and a warm blanket and cozy up with our soothing podcast tones. Thanks so much for joining us.

Dec 27, 2021

We couldn't let the year end without one final Marvel Monday episode of Breakfast All Day. Christy and Nic have a lengthy discussion about "Spider-Man: No Way Home," which we both loved — so it's kinda like she made her kid do work over winter break, but not really. We talk about how nuts our theater went at the many revelations, the interplay between the various characters, the film's notions about the possibility of rehabilitation in a world of good vs. evil, Aunt May's fate, how terrifying Willem Dafoe is, whether "No Way Home" should be a contender for the best-picture Oscar and the many Easter eggs along the way. Thanks so much for supporting our little Marvel series — we've had so much fun doing it, and we hope we've brought you a little joy this year. Here's to a happier and healthier 2022!

Dec 22, 2021

We're back in the Matrix this week on Breakfast All Day — but did we ever really leave? Christy and Alonso review "The Matrix Resurrections," the fourth film in the franchise, on this final episode of 2021. We also review Joel Coen's avant-garde "The Tragedy of Macbeth" and Pedro Almodovar's excellent "Parallel Mothers." And at the end, we have a lengthy spoiler discussion of "Spider-Man: No Way Home," now that it's been out for several days and folks have had a chance to see it (but if you want to avoid this, the show ends at the 55-minute mark). In news, we discuss Spidey's record-breaking opening at the box office, more Chris Noth fallout, LA Film Critics Association winners, Oscar shortlists in several categories, that first-person Variety story on Bryan Singer and more. And for our Patreon friends, we recap the thrilling finale of "Hawkeye" on Disney+ and discuss the December Off the Menu film you chose for us, Ingmar Bergman's Oscar-winning "Fanny and Alexander." We're so thankful to you all for spending some of your time with us during this tumultuous year. Enjoy the holidays and we'll see you in a happier, healthier 2022!

Dec 17, 2021

Our Peter tingle is on full blast this week because we have a Breakfast All Day review of "Spider-Man: No Way Home." Christy and Alonso discuss the much-anticipated Marvel sequel without spoilers, but we'll have a fuller review where we go into greater detail next week once more folks have seen the film. Also: Guillermo del Toro's stylish noir "Nightmare Alley," Maggie Gyllenhaal's beautifully acted directorial debut "The Lost Daughter," and the psychological thriller "The Novice," the gripping first feature from writer-director Lauren Hadaway. In news, we discuss Spidey's giant opening-night box office, Spirit Award and Golden Globe nominations, sexual assault allegations against Chris Noth, an update on that Jeremy Strong New Yorker piece, Ben Affleck's conversation with Howard Stern (plus "Deep Water" going to Hulu), Barack Obama's list of the year's best films, and that adorable "Ted Lasso" animated Christmas short. And over at our Patreon , we recap this week's revelatory episode of "Hawkeye" on Disney+ as well as the last two episodes of "The Great" season 2 on Hulu. Grab a glass of eggnog and join us!

Dec 10, 2021

There's a place for us, and it's right here at Breakfast All Day. Christy and Alonso have reviews of some of the biggest year-end movies this week, starting with Steven Spielberg's lush and glorious version of the musical "West Side Story." We also discuss Adam McKay's star-studded and heavy-handed satire "Don't Look Up," Aaron Sorkin's homage to classic TV "Being the Ricardos," and the week's best film, Sean Baker's "Red Rocket," featuring a high-wire act of a lead performance from Simon Rex. In news, we talk next week's Golden Globe and Critics Choice nominations, Jussie Smollett, Florence Pugh, Jeremy Strong, the "Shang-Chi" sequel, Tom Holland playing Fred Astaire and Disney pulling the Ben Affleck-Ana de Armas erotic thriller "Deep Water." And over at our Patreon , recaps of this week's "Hawkeye" on Disney+, plus episodes 7-8 of "The Great" on Hulu. Grab a cup of something warm and join us!

Dec 4, 2021

It's December, which means lots of awards contenders and Christmas movies for you on Breakfast All Day. Christy and Alonso review Jane Campion's gorgeous and moving "The Power of the Dog" as well as Paul Verhoeven's scandalous "Benedetta," about lesbian nuns in love. Over on Netflix, there's "Single All the Way," the gay Christmas rom-com Alonso was born to review. And finally we have "Silent Night," an uneven mix of cheery British holiday comedy and end-of-the-world thriller. In news, we discuss the New York Film Critics Circle's picks, Stephen Sondheim's death, the Beatles documentary "Get Back," the "West Side Story" screening we attended (with a full review coming next week), the Gucci family's reaction to "House of Gucci," Matthew McConaughey's decision not to run for Texas governor and the Will Ferrell/Adam McKay split. And over at our Patreon , we have recaps of this week's "Hawkeye" on Disney+ and episodes 5-6 of "The Great" on Hulu, which are extremely different from each other. Hope you're staying cozy, and thanks as always for joining us.

Nov 24, 2021

It's Thanksgiving week so of course we have a veritable smorgasbord of delights here on Breakfast All Day. Alonso and Christy start off with one of our absolute favorite movies of the year — the absolute best, Christy says — in Paul Thomas Anderson's "Licorice Pizza." We also review Ridley Scott's "House of Gucci," Lin-Manuel Miranda's Netflix musical "tick, tick … Boom!" and "The Humans," based on the Tony-winning play. Also, our good friend and fellow critic Carlos Aguilar makes his Breakfast All Day debut to help Christy review the latest animated Disney musical, "Encanto." In news, we discuss Ridley Scott's reaction to low box office numbers for "The Last Duel," Eddie Redmayne's regrets about "The Danish Girl," Kid Rock's ridiculous new song, Will Smith's memoir confessions and Aaron Rodgers' covid toe. We'll be back on Friday with this week's Brunch offerings, including the first two episodes of "Hawkeye" on Disney+ and November's Off the Menu review of Jon Favreau's "Chef." We hope you're having a delicious time with those you love, and we're thankful to be a part of things.

Nov 19, 2021

We've got a little bit of everything for you at the buffet this week on Breakfast All Day. First, our dear friend Katie Walsh is back to help talk about the empty fan service of "Ghostbusters: Afterlife." Then, Alonso and Christy review the crowd-pleasing "King Richard," about Venus and Serena Williams (although it's really about their dad), which is streaming on HBO Max. We also talk about an indie favorite heading into awards season, Mike Mills' "C'mon C'mon," starring Joaquin Phoenix in an unusually tender role. In news, we discuss Britney Spears' freedom, the terrible new name for Staples Center, new trailers for "Spider-Man: No Way Home," "Pam & Tommy" and "Marry Me," the new Taylor Swift video directed by Blake Lively, the return of "Party Down" and "Fireplaces of the World" bringing you global coziness. And we've got lots of good stuff over at our Patreon : recaps of the season 2 finale of "The Morning Show" on Apple TV+ and the first two episodes of "The Great" season 2 on Hulu. We'll be back with you earlier next week because of the Thanksgiving holiday, so stay tuned, and thanks for sticking around!

Nov 12, 2021

Awards season, standard time, Thanksgiving, Christmas -- we're deep in the throes of big changes, and we're here to help see you through them on Breakfast All Day. The tremendous Katie Walsh returns to help Christy review "Belfast," which lots of folks seem to be excited about as an Oscar front-runner. Christy is far more enthusiastic about another black-and-white film, "Passing," which is glorious and available right now on Netflix. She and Alonso review that as well as "Red Notice," also on Netflix if you need something on in the background while you fold laundry, and "Home Sweet Home Alone," which is part of the Home Alone Cinematic Universe. It's on Disney+. And speaking of the streamer, Disney Plus Day is one of our big discussion topics in news. Also: Britney Spears' conservatorship ending, repercussions from the deadly Astroworld trampling, Paul Rudd is People's Sexiest Man Alive, Taylor Swift releases a do-over on her "Red" album, celebrity Covid news with Aaron Rodgers, Matthew McConaughey, Letitia Wright and Stone Temple Pilots, plus we remember the legendary Dean Stockwell. And over at our Patreon , a recap of the penultimate episode of "The Morning Show" season two. Stop obsessing over stuffing recipes and join us!

Nov 8, 2021

It's been a little while, but Christy and Nicolas are back with another Marvel Mondays episode of Breakfast All Day. This time we take on "Eternals," and we have mixed feelings about it. Nic and Christy discuss how uniquely beautiful director and co-writer Chloe Zhao's film is and how exciting it is to see such a diverse cast. But it also makes these ungainly swings in pacing and tone, and a week after seeing the film, Nic couldn't remember a whole lot about it. Also FYI: Christy misspoke initially here and said Richard Madden played Gemma Chan's boyfriend — she meant his "Game of Thrones" co-star Kit Harington, and eventually corrected heself. And yes, we finally figured out that the behemoth Celestial's name is Arishem, and not Assmouth as we kept calling him. Plus: bonus background sounds of Baxter playing with his squeaky lamby toy. "Eternals" is one of the weaker entries in the MCU, but we always love talking about movies together, and we're grateful to have you join us. We'd love to hear your thoughts, too.

Nov 5, 2021

The days are getting shorter, but we're here to be a bright spot for you on Breakfast All Day. This week, the brilliant Katie Walsh returns to help Christy review "Spencer," featuring what is perhaps Kristen Stewart's best work yet. Then, Christy and Alonso talk about the stylish revisionist Western "The Harder They Fall," and Tom Hanks slogging through the apocalypse in "Finch." In news, we discuss further details that have emerged in the "Rust" shooting, Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande co-starring in a film version of "Wicked," Middle Eastern countries banning "Eternals," AMC Theaters getting into the popcorn business and Steve Buscemi dressing as his "How do you do, fellow kids?" meme for Halloween. And over at our Patreon , we recap this week's episode of "The Morning Show," which was actually a good one for a change. Thanks so much for sticking with us, no matter the season.

Oct 29, 2021

Put on your go-go boots and join us for a retro-chic episode of Breakfast All Day. The brilliant Amy Nicholson helps Christy review Edgar Wright's super-stylish thriller "Last Night in Soho." Alonso and Christy also take a trip back in time -- to 1984, for a discussion of David Lynch's much-maligned "Dune." And we talk about the moving and funny documentary "Introducing, Selma Blair," which follows the actress' struggles with multiple sclerosis. In news, we discuss the continued fallout from the fatal on-set shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins, "Dune Part Two" getting the greenlight, Facebook changing its name, Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority members getting angry at the HBO series "Insecure," QAnon followers thinking Biden and Harris are broadcasting from a fake White House at Tyler Perry Studios, and the trailer for the animated origin story "Lightyear." And over at our Patreon on this Halloween weekend, we've got a couple of treats for you: a recap of the shocking, new episode of "The Morning Show," and a review of Julia Ducournau's astonishing debut feature "Raw," our October Off the Menu selection. Our dear friend Matt is taking a sabbatical from the show for a little while, but we look forward to his eventual return. And we thank you all for sticking around with us all these years!

Oct 22, 2021

It's Timothee Chalamet Week on Breakfast All Day. He's at the center of two giant movies with ridiculously packed casts of superstars and character actors alike. First, Alonso and Christy review Denis Villeneuve's "Dune" — or at least, part one of "Dune" — which we watched under extremely different conditions. Then, our brilliant friends Katie Walsh and Tim Grierson join Christy for a lengthy discussion of "The French Dispatch," the most Wes Andersony movie Wes Anderson has ever made. In news, we talk about the tragic, fatal shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins with a prop gun, Netflix employees walking out over the streamer's handling of Dave Chappelle, Gotham Award nominations, Travis Tritt canceling concerts over covid protocols, In-N-Out Burger fighting California's safety mandates, Celine Dion delaying her Las Vegas residency and Michael Caine retiring from acting. And for our Patreon subscribers, we recap this week's episode of "The Morning Show." We're here to spice up your life, so thanks as always for joining us.

Oct 15, 2021

We'll take up our swords and fight for your honor this week on Breakfast All Day. Our great friend Katie Walsh of Tribune News Service returns to help Christy review Ridley Scott's medieval "Rashomon" tale "The Last Duel." Then, it's just Christy and Alonso for reviews of the sequel "Halloween Kills," the meta movie drama "Bergman Island" and "The Velvet Underground," Todd Haynes' documentary about the influential New York City band. In news, Superman is gay and people are pissed, IATSE film and TV crew members may strike on Monday, transgender Netflix employees and their allies plan a walkout to protest the Dave Chappell special, Timothee Chalamet talks about Armie Hammer (sort of), Jamie Lee Curtis dresses as her mom's iconic "Psycho" role for the "Halloween Kills" red carpet, and Christy discusses the IMAX screening of "Dune" she attended (and we'll have a full review for you this week). Over at our Patreon , we recap episode 5 of "The Morning Show" on Apple TV+. We truly appreciate having you around, so thanks for joining us.

Oct 8, 2021

Pour yourself a martini — shaken, not stirred, of course — or whatever your drink of choice may be and settle in for this week's episode of Breakfast All Day. Our great friend Katie Walsh joins Christy to review the new James Bond movie, "No Time to Die," Daniel Craig's fifth and final outing as 007. Then Alonso, Matt and Christy discuss the beautiful and batshit French drama "Titane," "I'm Your Man" starring Dan Stevens as the perfect boyfriend, and "Mass," an actors' showcase about grief and forgiveness. In news, we talk about Kathryn Hahn starring in her own "WandaVision" spin-off, the IATSE union voting in favor of a strike, new vaccination rules for California schools and the city of Los Angeles (including movie theaters), Letitia Wright spreading anti-vax information on the set of "Wakanda Forever," William Shatner going into space on Jeff Bezos' rocket and David Lee Roth retiring from music. And over at our Patreon , we recap the incredible season two finale of "Ted Lasso" as well as the latest episode of "The Morning Show." Thanks so much for joining us as always.

Oct 1, 2021

Not sure how it's possible that it's October, but we are here for you and all your fall movie needs on Breakfast All Day. Christy, Matt and Alonso review the "Sopranos" prequel "The Many Saints of Newark," the American remake of the Danish thriller "The Guilty" and a couple of timely documentaries that cover some similar ground: "Controlling Britney Spears" on Hulu and "Britney vs. Spears" on Netflix. In news, Scarlett Johansson settles with Disney over her "Black Widow" lawsuit, a judge suspends Britney Spears' father Jamie as her conservator, wild boars attack Shakira in Barcelona, The Academy Museum opens in L.A., Lori Loughlin returns to work after doing time in the college admissions scandal, and Christy tell the boys about going to see Devo with her husband and son — their first concert since the pandemic began. She also tells them a bit about the IMAX screening she and Nic attended of "Venom: Let There Be Carnage," which we'll have a Marvel Mondays review of next week. And over at our Patreon , we recap this week's crazy episodes of both "Ted Lasso" and "The Morning Show" on Apple TV+. Thanks for joining us!

Sep 24, 2021

How do you do, fellow kids? We're just regular high school students like you, here to talk about the latest movies on Breakfast All Day. Christy, Alonso and Matt review the woefully misguided film version of the Tony-winning musical "Dear Evan Hansen" and the mawkish and metaphor-heavy dramedy "The Starling" on Netflix. In news, we discuss Johnny Depp's cancel culture warning, "The View" co-hosts' covid scare, "The Tragedy of Macbeth" opening the New York Film Festival, last weekend's Emmy Awards, groping allegations against CNN's Chris Cuomo, Cassandra Peterson (better known as Elvira) coming out in her new memoir, our friend Tim Grierson's fun article about actors who are too old to play teenagers , and we look back at the talented folks we lost this week: Melvin Van Peebles, Roger Michell and Willie Garson. And over at our Patreon , we recap this week's episodes of "Ted Lasso" and "The Morning Show" on Apple TV+, and revisit Wes Anderson's "Rushmore" — one of Christy's favorite movies ever — for September's Off the Menu selection. We wrote a hit podcast, so join us!

Sep 17, 2021

Well, gosh, of course we had to get all gussied up for ya this week on Breakfast All Day. Christy, Alonso and Matt review "The Eyes of Tammy Faye," in which Jessica Chastain goes all out to play the flamboyant televangelist Tammy Faye Bakker. We also discuss Clint Eastwood's latest film in front of and behind the camera, "Cry Macho," and we had to catch up with James Wan's "Malignant," because so many of you raved about how wild it is (and you were right). In news, we talk about Nicki Minaj's cousin's friend's swollen testicles, Norm Macdonald dying of cancer at 61, California Gov. Gavin Newsom surviving a recall attempt, Ken Jennings and Mayim Bialik hosting "Jeopardy!" for the rest of the year, Britney Spears getting engaged and Christopher Nolan leaving Warner Bros. after 19 years for Universal. And over at our Patreon , we recap this week's homage to "After Hours" on "Ted Lasso," and we return to "The Morning Show," which begins its second season. Thanks so much for joining us on this last weekend of summer!

Sep 13, 2021

It's been a couple of months, but we're back with another Marvel Mondays episode on Breakfast All Day. This time, Christy and Nic play catch-up with "Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings," which has been out for a couple of weekends so we do get spoilery. You've been warned! Nic loved how strange and cool Destin Daniel Cretton's movie is. We discuss the incredible action sequences, the beautiful choreography, what a scene-stealer Awkwafina is and the strong performances from a cast of legends including Tony Leung and Michelle Yeoh. And because we had to see it at a matinee, we also talk about the pros and cons of watching a movie in a theater vs. streaming at home. Let us know what you thought of "Shang-Chi," and thanks as always for joining us!

Sep 11, 2021

It's finally starting to feel like fall, from film festivals to kids returning to school (and hopefully getting vaccinated if they're old enough), and we're here with all the reviews and news for you on Breakfast All Day. Christy, Alonso and Matt discuss the Zoom-era charmer "Language Lessons," the documentary "Fauci," Paul Schrader's latest "The Card Counter," and "Come From Away," the joyous filmed production of the celebrated Broadway musical. And in a very different kind of segment — which we'll do again if you guys like it — we revisit the truly bonkers David Bowie puppet musical "Labyrinth," which is having a Fathom Events re-release for its 35th anniversary. In news, we discuss the heartbreaking death of Michael K. Williams at just 54, the Toronto and Venice film festivals (and the red carpet return of Bennifer), The White House requiring government employees and contractors to get vaxxed, that deliciously bitchy Los Angeles Times story about Lindsey Buckingham and Stevie Nicks, "Shang-Chi" star Simu Liu's hilarious stock photo modeling history, the emotional Steve from "Blue's Clues" video and Bob Odenkirk's return to "Better Call Saul" after his heart attack. And over at our Patreon , we recap the latest "Ted Lasso" episode, which was both heartwarming and a gut punch. Thanks for joining us during this jam-packed week, and hope you're healthy and well.

Sep 3, 2021

We're so happy to be together again on Breakfast All Day. We took a couple weeks off at the end of summer, but Christy, Matt and Alonso are back with reviews of the musical "Cinderella," the horror sequel "Candyman," Addison Rae's rom-com remake "He's All That," and "Swan Song," with its lovely lead performance from Udo Kier. In news, we talk about what we've been up to over vacation, the Telluride and Venice film festivals, the opening this week of "Shang-Chi and the Legend of the 10 Rings" (and why none of us has seen it), Patty Jenkins' streaming comments, Miles Teller's covid infection, new release dates for several big movies (including "Top Gun: Maverick"), the fake Keanu Reeves scam and the death of the great Ed Asner at 91. And over at our Patreon , we recap the last three episodes of "Ted Lasso," which go into far deeper emotional territory than we ever could have imagined. So kick off your glass slippers and join us over this long holiday weekend.

Aug 13, 2021

We're delighted to have our great friend Tim Grierson come back and hang out on this week's Breakfast All Day. Tim joins Christy, Alonso and Matt to review Ryan Reynolds' video game comedy "Free Guy," the by-the-numbers Aretha Franklin biopic "Respect," and the feel-good Sundance favorite "CODA." In news, we discuss how we feel about going back to screenings in person, Marvel's latest "Shang-Chi and the Legend of the 10 Rings" only opening theatrically, Jamie Spears saying he'll step down from Britney's conservatorship, Mike Richards confirmed as "Jeopardy!" host (with some help from Mayim Bialik), Rachel Maddow possibly leaving MSNBC, Chet Hanks going on an anti-vax rant and Chrissy Teigen trying to sell us french fry dipping sauce. And over at our Patreon , we recap the Christmas episode of "Ted Lasso" and revisit "From Here to Eternity," August's Off the Menu selection. Come romp in the waves with us! And come back in a couple of weeks — we're taking off until September. Enjoy the rest of your summer.

Aug 7, 2021

Your favorite criminal superheroes are back on Breakfast All Day. This week, Christy, Matt and Alonso review James Gunn's gory extravaganza "The Suicide Squad," Leos Carax's musical fantasia "Annette," the Netflix documentary "Pray Away," and the animated "Vivo," in case you haven't had enough Lin-Manuel Miranda. In news, we talk about possible Golden Globe changes, "Stranger Things" season 4, Mike Richards as likely "Jeopardy!" host, a $900 million deal for more "South Park" episodes and movies, Kathy Griffin recovering from cancer surgery, and Jake Gyllenhaal being the latest celebrity to announce he doesn't shower much. And over at our Patreon , we recap episode 3 of "Ted Lasso," which is the best one yet of this new season. Grab a box of biscuits and join us for all this podcast deliciousness.

Jul 30, 2021

Hop in and go for a ride with us on Breakfast All Day. This week's movies are all about travel: "Jungle Cruise," the latest film version of a Disney theme park ride; "The Green Knight," David Lowery's gorgeous and trippy Arthurian quest; and "Stillwater," starring Matt Damon as an Oklahoma dad fighting to save his daughter in France. But in news, we talk about the need to stay home and be safe: Covid numbers are spiking because of the Delta variant and restrictions are resuming. As for entertainment, we talk Scarlett Johansson, David Ayer, Simone Biles, Bob Odenkirk and more. And over at our Patreon , Christy, Matt and Alonso recap episode 2 of "Ted Lasso" and discuss "Superman II: The Richard Donner Cut," which our subscribers chose as our July Off the Menu selection. Buckle up and hang on — and thanks as always for joining us.

Jul 24, 2021

We missed you guys last week but we're back with a packed episode of Breakfast All Day. Christy has returned from vacation and joins Alonso and Matt to review a bunch of movies: M. Night Shyamalan's latest thriller "Old," the silly G.I. Joe origin story "Snake Eyes," Val Kilmer looking back on his career in the documentary "Val," and "Pig," which we had to catch up with because it features a tremendous Nicolas Cage performance. In news, we discuss billionaires in space, the Tokyo Olympics beginning, the new Cleveland baseball team name and LA County reinstating indoor mask rules. And over at our Patreon , we recap the season 2 premiere of "Ted Lasso." Thanks for hanging with us and hope you're (safely) getting out and about in the world, too!

Jul 19, 2021

Six months later, we've reached the end of our Marvel Mondays journey on Breakfast All Day with our discussion of "Black Widow" — unless Christy makes her kid watch "Howard the Duck," which some folks have requested. This week, Christy and Nicolas talk about what a badass Scarlett Johansson is, how a hilarious Florence Pugh nearly steals the whole thing, what a MacGuffin is and how "Black Widow" reminded Christy of a "Fast and Furious" movie because it's all about #family. Lots of spoilers here because the movie has been out for about a week and a half, so be warned that we go all the way to the shocking implications of the closing credits scene. Nic and Christy have loved doing this series, and will resume as new Marvel movies come out — which means at least three more episodes this year. Thanks so much for spending time with us, and enjoy the rest of the summer.

Jul 12, 2021

We're getting close to the end of our Marvel Mondays journey — at least for now — with "Spider-Man: Far From Home" (2019). Christy and Nic agree this sequel isn't as good as the infectiously joyous "Spider-Man: Homecoming" from a couple years earlier, and that it works better as a teenage romantic comedy than an action spectacle. We discuss whether we'd rather be blipped and return or remain on Earth for those five years, what makes Mysterio a good villain and those shocking end credit sequences. We'll have a review of "Black Widow" next week, so be sure and come back for that. Until then, thanks for hanging out with us, and hope you're having a great summer.

Jul 9, 2021

We're definitely in summer now with the release of the long-awaited blockbuster "Black Widow." Christy, Matt and Alonso have a Breakfast All Day review of Scarlett Johansson's standalone superhero movie, which originally was scheduled to come out in May 2020. Now, you can see it in theaters or at home through Disney+. We also review Steven Soderbergh's low-key caper "No Sudden Move" on HBOMax, Edgar Wright's entertaining music documentary "The Sparks Brothers" and the raunchy animated comedy "America: The Motion Picture" on Netflix. In news, we have the latest on Britney Spears' conservatorship, the Tokyo Olympics, the Cannes Film Festival, Tom Holland and Zendaya, Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton and more. And over at our Patreon , we recap the Easter egg-packed fifth episode of "Loki" — and while you're there, don't forget to vote in our July Off the Menu poll , in which we explore the eclectic career of the late Richard Donner. Thanks as always for joining us and hope you're keeping cool!

Jul 5, 2021

We've finally made it to the biggest one of them all on Marvel Mondays: "Avengers: Endgame." Christy and Nicolas take some extra time with this one because there's so much to talk about: how everyone responds to the aftermath of the snap, the way the Russo brothers balance action and humor and still find a way to cram everyone in there, the fun of time travel and the many moments that made our audience gasp or cheer when we saw it at a packed screening on the Disney lot. This is the movie Nic has been looking forward to the most since the beginning of our Breakfast All Day miniseries. Let us know your thoughts on "Endgame," and thanks so much for assembling with us.

Jul 2, 2021

It's July 4th weekend, which means we've got some big, dumb blockbusters for you on Breakfast All Day. But we also have some great smaller films that are very much worth your time in between hot dogs and sparklers. Alonso, Matt and Christy review the Chris Pratt alien invasion extravaganza "The Tomorrow War," Questlove's excellent music documentary "Summer of Soul," the bleak sequel "The Forever Purge" and "Zola," a road-trip comedy based on a wild Twitter thread. In news, we discuss Bill Cosby's release from prison, Britney Spears remaining trapped in her conservatorship, Meghan McCain leaving "The View," Queen Latifah coming out and Los Angeles County recommending everyone wear masks indoors again. We also pick up on a Twitter topic that circulated this week: What are the movies you've seen at least 10 times? And over at our Patreon , we recap this week's extremely eventful episode of "Loki" on Disney+. Have fun, stay safe and thanks for spending some time with us.

Jun 28, 2021

Tie a flannel around your waist, pump up the Garbage and conjure your angstiest '90s mood for "Captain Marvel" (2019). This week on Marvel Mondays, Christy and Nicolas and discuss the nostalgia of Carol Danvers crash landing into a Blockbuster Video store, her meeting up with a young Nick Fury and Agent Coulson, the fun of the furry Flerken and the emotion of her getting back up again every time she's knocked down. We also talk about how important it was for Marvel to finally devote an entire movie to a woman superhero and how much money the filmmakers spent on its kick-ass, female-centric soundtrack. We're nearing the end of our journey, and we're so thankful to you for joining us for our Breakfast All Day miniseries! Listen and enjoy.

Jun 25, 2021

Buckle up and hang on for the gravity-defying spectacle that is Breakfast All Day. Alonso, Matt and Christy review the latest in "The Fast Saga," "F9," which we're mixed on but agree is a great reason to go back to the movies. We also review the middling Liam Neeson actioner "The Ice Road" and the touching queer, Mexican romance "I Carry You With Me." In news, we talk about Britney Spears' horrific revelations about her conservatorship, the Mumford & Sons banjo player leaving the band over his tweet backlash, Conan O'Brien's last talk show episode, James Cameron acknowledging he wasn't always the nicest guy on set, Raiders defensive end Carl Nassib coming out and honorary Oscars going to Samuel L. Jackson, Elaine May, Liv Ullmann and Danny Glover. And over at our Patreon , we recap this week's episode of "Loki" and review the 2020 romance "Monsoon" as June's Off the Menu selection. We're all about #family around here, so we're glad you're part of ours. Thanks for joining us.

Jun 21, 2021

This week on Marvel Mondays, we discuss "Ant-Man and the Wasp" (2018), which serves as a light, cool palate cleanser after the emotional intensity of "Avengers: Infinity War." Christy and Nicolas didn't enjoy this sequel as much the second time around — we found its plot too crammed and the jokes too repetitive from the original. But Paul Rudd is always delightful, and the use of shrinking and enlarging technology is often inspired. And of course, the final end credits scene is just shocking. Let us know your thoughts on this movie and our whole Breakfast All Day miniseries, and thanks as always for joining us.

Jun 18, 2021

Jump on in, the water's fine here at Breakfast All Day. This week, Alonso, Matt and Christy review the new Pixar movie on Disney+, "Luca," and have widely varying thoughts on it. We also discuss the totally unnecessary sequel "Hitman's Wife's Bodyguard," although we can barely remember the original, and the entertaining documentary "Rita Moreno: Just a Girl Who Decided to Go for It." In news, we talk about the changes that came with LA County reopening on June 15, the great indie "Miss Juneteenth" returning to theaters, apologies from Lin-Manuel Miranda and Chrissy Teigen, Anthony Mackie on the Sam-and-Bucky bromance in "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier," and your weekly dose of Bennifer news. And over at our Patreon , we recap the shocking season finale of "The Handmaid's Tale" as well as episode 2 of "Loki." Grab a scoop of gelato on this languid summer day and join us!

Jun 14, 2021

It's hard to believe we're almost done with our Marvel Mondays series, but here we are with "Avengers: Infinity War" (2018). Christy and Nicolas talk about how fun it is to see the various Marvel characters interact with each other, whether Nic relates to surly Teenage Groot, how emotional the snap is — especially when it comes to Spider-Man — and how shocking this movie seemed when it came out. We were also impressed with the fact that in this giant film where so much is at stake, there are so many great, little moments and funny lines. We'd love to hear your thoughts, and thanks as always for joining us for our Breakfast All Day miniseries.

Jun 11, 2021

It's our 200th episode of Breakfast All Day! And what better way to celebrate than with the infectiously joyous "In the Heights." Alonso, Matt and Christy review the big-screen version of Lin-Manuel Miranda's Tony-winning musical, which you really should see on the big screen if you feel comfortable doing that. We also review the sequel "Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway" and the must-see Netflix special "Bo Burnham: Inside," which speaks pointedly and poignantly to the isolation we've all experienced over the past year. In news, we once again discuss the ever-changing mask rules, sequels to "A Quiet Place Part II" and "Cruella," Chris Harrison out as host of "The Bachelor" franchise, Jeff Bezos heading to space, Tyler Perry bringing back Madea and Alyssa Milano pondering a run for Congress. And over at our Patreon , we recap the entertaining first episode of "Loki" on Disney+ and the intense penultimate episode of season four of "The Handmaid's Tale." Summer's here, so thanks for sharing part of it with us!

Jun 7, 2021

We're finally up to "Black Panther," one of our complete favorites and a movie we'd been looking forward to revisiting since the beginning, on this week's episode of Marvel Mondays. Christy and Nicolas talk about how sad it is to watch Ryan Coogler's film following the death of Chadwick Boseman, how it features a villain in Michael B. Jordan's Erik Killmonger who has an understandable reason for his actions, the philosophical debate about whether to protect the Vibranium and keep Wakanda peaceful and isolated or share it for the greater good and risk entering the world's skirmishes, and what an emotional experience it was for Black moviegoers to see themselves on screen in this heroic capacity. We love this movie so much for so many reasons, so it was a joy to have a lengthy conversation about it. We'd love to hear your thoughts, too, and thanks as always for listening to our Breakfast All Day miniseries.

Jun 4, 2021

Summer is heating up but it's a tepid week movie-wise here at Breakfast All Day. Stick with us, though, because Christy, Matt and Alonso have reviews of the horror sequel "The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It," the Indian film "The Disciple" on Netflix and "Port Authority," an indie drama about a transgender romance. In news, we talk about the confusing new mask rules for businesses in California and theaters nationwide, Trump's blog ending after just 29 days, Naomi Osaka's decision to pull out of the French Open over news conferences, further Bennifer sightings, a cool "Airplane!" panel Christy had the pleasure of doing, and the career of "The Love Boat" and "The Mary Tyler Moore Show" co-star Gavin McLeod, who died this week at 90. And over at our Patreon , we recap this week's excellent episode of "The Handmaid's Tale," and we dig into the second half of Barry Jenkins' gorgeous and harrowing miniseries "The Underground Railroad" on Amazon Prime Video. We'd love to hear your thoughts on all of this, and thanks as always for joining us.

May 31, 2021

This week on Marvel Mondays, we're up to a movie Christy had been excited to rewatch from the very beginning: "Thor: Ragnarok" (2017). It's one of her absolute favorites because it's goofy, weird and full of surprises. She and Nicolas talk about how the humor in Taika Waititi's film comes from Thor not being powerful and majestic but actually kinda boggled and bumbling. We love the interplay he has with Hulk, Valkyrie and Doctor Strange. Christy bores Nic with her story about meeting Cate Blanchett and being dazzled by her otherworldly presence. But she also gets to ask him: "What is the Devil's Anus?" and learns that Nic is officially too old for bathroom humor. Hope you enjoy this episode of our Breakfast All Day miniseries as much as we enjoyed recording it, and thanks as always for joining us.

May 28, 2021

Listening to the Breakfast All Day Podcast is the height of fashion, darling — especially this week, when we disagree strongly on a couple of new movies. Alonso loved the Disney villain origin story "Cruella" and Christy was not a fan (although the clothes are amazing). Christy loved the documentary "Moby Doc" and Alonso thought it was annoying. Matt is somewhere in between on both of these. But we were all in agreement on John Krasinski's solid sequel "A Quiet Place Part II." In news, we talk about California offering $116.5 million in prize money to get people vaccinated, the "Friends" reunion, the "Borat" extras on Amazon, Lindsay Lohan starring in a Netflix Christmas movie and Kelly Clarkson taking over Ellen DeGeneres' talk-show time slot. And over at our Patreon , we review Chloe Zhao's feature filmmaking debut, 2015's "Songs My Brothers Taught Me," as May's Off the Menu selection, and recap episode 7 of "The Handmaid's Tale." Thanks for joining us, and have a safe and fun holiday weekend!

May 24, 2021

This week on Marvel Mondays, we're up to "Spider-Man: Homecoming" (2017), one of Nicolas' absolute favorites and a movie he'd been looking forward to revisiting since the beginning of our series. He and Christy discuss the infectious joy of Tom Holland's performance, the cool, meta casting of Michael Keaton, the connection to other Marvel movies and "Into the Spider-Verse," and the fact that the more intimate stakes for teenage Peter Parker mean that stopping bad guys on the streets of Queens is as stressful as asking his crush to the big dance. Let us know how you're enjoying our friendly neighborhood podcast, and thanks as always for joining us on Breakfast All Day!

May 21, 2021

Movie theaters are opening and nature is healing — unless you're a zombie — on Breakfast All Day. This week, Christy, Alonso and Matt review Zack Snyder's "Army of the Dead," one of the more enjoyable examples of the director's muscular style. Also: the documentary "P!nk: All I Know So Far," about the pop star juggling touring and motherhood, and the shocking Mexican drama "New Order." In news, we talk about what a thrill it was to see each other in person at a screening for the first time since February 2020 (and we'll have a review of "A Quiet Place Part II" next week). We also discuss Ricky Schroder hassling Costco employees, the Lollapalooza lineup this summer, that "Shrek" article that got everyone angry for a day or so and the career of the tremendous Charles Grodin, who died at 86. And over at our Patreon , we recap the first five episodes of Barry Jenkins' gorgeous and harrowing miniseries "The Underground Railroad," as well as this week's episode of "The Handmaid's Tale." Summer's coming, so grab something cold to drink and join us!

May 17, 2021

Rocket and Drax and Groot — now in baby form — are back in "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2" (2017), the rare sequel that's better than the original. At least Christy thinks so on this week's episode of Marvel Mondays. Nicolas loves it, too, beginning with its exuberantly joyful opening title sequence to ELO's "Mr. Blue Sky." We discuss how the characters evolve — they're funnier but also more vulnerable — how writer-director James Gunn finds a great balance of playful one-liners and serious moments, the great running bit in which characters have to explain things repeatedly to Baby Groot and the hilarious and heartbreaking fact that Star-Lord has long pretended David Hasselhoff is his dad. You'll also hear Baxter, our Boston terrier, whimpering in the background because he wants to play. Thanks as always for joining us on our Breakfast All Day miniseries!

May 14, 2021

We've all been trapped inside like "The Woman in the Window" for far too long, but things are looking up here at Breakfast All Day. Christy, Matt and Alonso have mixed reactions to this brazen Hitchcock homage with an all-star cast led by Amy Adams. We also review "Spiral: From the Book of Saw," even though none of us has seen a single "Saw" movie; "Those Who Wish Me Dead," a muscular, '90s-action throwback starring Angelina Jolie; and by far the best movie of the week — and maybe one of the best of the year — Denmark's "Riders of Justice," starring Mads Mikkelsen. There's a ton of news, including new CDC mask guidelines, significant Golden Globes fallout, Ellen DeGeneres ending her talk show, Seth Rogen parting ways with James Franco, further evidence of a Bennifer resurgence and Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame inductees including The Go-Go's, Tina Turner and the Foo Fighters. And over at our Patreon , Alonso and Christy recap episode 5 of "The Handmaid's Tale," which offers a post-apocalyptic tour of Chicago. Thanks for joining us as the world returns to normal!

May 10, 2021

This week on Marvel Mondays, we get to revisit one of Christy's absolute favorite MCU movies: "Doctor Strange" (2016), which is singular and funny and dazzling and, yes, strange. Christy and Nicolas talk about how Benedict Cumberbatch's character is the kind of archetype Tom Cruise often plays, how playful and trippy the movie is, what a fantastic cast it features (Rachel McAdams, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Mads Mikkelsen, Benedict Wong), the backlash over the casting of the always tremendous Tilda Swinton as The Ancient One and questions we have about the Time Stone. We've come to bargain, so join us for the latest episode of our Breakfast All Day miniseries.

May 7, 2021

Sure, it's Mother's Day weekend, but Christy, Alonso and Matt have a bunch of movies about dudes to review on Breakfast All Day. Guy Ritchie and Jason Statham re-team for the heist thriller "Wrath of Man." Billy Crystal directs and stars as an aging comedian with dementia in "Here Today." David Oyelowo directs and has a supporting role in the Spielbergian fantasy "The Water Man." And J. Balvin is "The Boy From Medellin," a documentary that takes an intimate look at the Colombian reggaeton superstar. In news, we talk about Elon Musk hosting "Saturday Night Live," new Marvel movies over the next few years, Will Smith's dad bod reality show, and the possible return of Bennifer (that's Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez for all you young'uns). And over at our Patreon , Alonso and Christy recap episode 4 of "The Handmaid's Tale." Join us for Breakfast and Brunch!

May 3, 2021

We've crossed the halfway mark on our Marvel Mondays journey with "Captain America: Civil War" (2016), one of those epic Russo brothers extravaganzas that bring together a ton of superheroes in thrilling and dizzying ways. Christy and Nicolas talk about how Cap and Tony take different stances than you might expect in response to the oversight of the Sokovia Accords, the introduction of Chadwick Boseman as Black Panther and Tom Holland as Spider-Man, the fun of assembling the teams (and the confusion of remembering who's on whose side), and those incredible action sequences. We also debate who we agree with philosophically, and explore the notion of whether it's better to ask for forgiveness vs. permission with another hypothetical about sour gummy worms. We're loving doing these, so thanks so much for joining us on our Breakfast All Day spinoff.

Apr 30, 2021

"The Mitchells vs. the Machines" is sure to be one of our favorite movies of the year, and you can enjoy the hilarious family comedy now on Netflix. Also this week on Breakfast All Day, Christy, Alonso and Matt review the extremely so-so "Tom Clancy's Without Remorse," the horror movie/marital drama "Things Heard & Seen," and "My Octopus Teacher," which won best documentary feature at the Academy Awards last weekend. (Christy has lots of thoughts on that one.) In news, we talk about Disneyland reopening, the arrests in Lady Gaga's dognapping, Oscar ratings (and the former president's thoughts on them) and Leonardo DiCaprio remaking Thomas Vinterberg's excellent, Academy Award-winning "Another Round." And over at our Patreon , Alonso and Christy recap the first three episodes of the new season of "The Handmaid's Tale," which came out on Hulu this week. Blessed day to you! And thanks for joining us.

Apr 26, 2021

We knew it would be a bizarre pandemic-era Oscar ceremony, but no amount of prognosticating could have prepared us for the highs and lows, risks and surprises we saw Sunday night. Alonso and Christy have a recap for you of the winners, speeches, structural changes and even a bit of fashion. What worked? What didn't? Who knows??? We'd love to hear what you thought about the Academy Awards (if you watched, that is — ratings were at their lowest ever for a multitude of reasons), and thanks for joining us on this Breakfast All Day Extra.

Apr 26, 2021

This week on Marvel Mondays, we were thrilled to revisit "Ant-Man" (2015), a movie that's pure joy and the best kind of silly. It's also one of Nicolas' favorites in the MCU, and a breath of fresh air after the heaviness of last week's movie, "Avengers: Age of Ultron." Christy and Nic talk about the casting of Paul Rudd, the playful Michael Pena flashbacks and the clever use of the ant armies' many skills. We also touch on an idea that several movies in the franchise explore: the role of technology and innovation, and whether to use them for good or evil. Also, you will hear us argue about what exactly is happening in the credits scene where Captain America and Falcon have the Winter Soldier's arm in a vice — we just rewatched "Captain America: Civil War" for next week's episode, so we now realize that's what it's from. It's a blur! Anyway, thanks for joining us this week for our Breakfast All Day miniseries. We love doing it and we're glad you're here.

Apr 23, 2021

"Nomadland" has had a terrific run throughout this weird awards season, and we expect it'll win best picture and Chloe Zhao will win best director during Sunday night's Academy Awards. Christy, Matt and Alonso make a bunch of other Oscar picks this week on Breakfast All Day, but we're hoping for some surprises and we're generally curious as to how this year's unusual show will go down. We also have a couple of movie reviews for you: "Mortal Kombat," which is indeed based on the video game (but isn't stupid enough), and the well-acted but distractingly implausible sci-fi drama "Stowaway." In news, we discuss Spirit Award winners, the death of rapper/producer Shock G/Humpty Hump of Digital Underground, Caitlyn Jenner running for California governor (and Matthew McConaughey possibly running for Texas governor), the Hollywood billboard begging Marvel to revive Tony Stark, more disturbing reports about producer Scott Rudin's abusive behavior, and Morrissey's angry response to "The Simpsons" episode about him. And over at our Patreon , we recap the disappointing series finale of "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier" and review 1947's "Gentleman's Agreement," the Oscar winner our subscribers chose as this month's Off the Menu selection. Let us know what you'd like to see win at the Academy Awards, and thanks for joining us.

Apr 19, 2021

It's time for "Avengers: Age of Ultron" on Marvel Mondays, a movie Christy really didn't like the first time and one that Nicolas had never seen before. On this viewing, we walked away with extremely different opinions from each other. Nic enjoyed the chaos of seeing all the Avengers fighting in one place, as well as the introduction of Wanda, Vision and Pietro, whom we'd gotten to know more in-depth on "WandaVision." Christy basically wanted a three-hour version of the party scene at Tony's house, with our heroes drinking, laughing, flirting and teasing each other about their inability to pick up Thor's hammer — a joke with a great payoff later. What are your thoughts? Let us know, and thanks as always for joining us for our Breakfast All Day spinoff.

Apr 16, 2021

It's the weekend but we're already looking ahead to "Monday" on Breakfast All Day. Matt, Alonso and Christy differ wildly on the Greek romance starring Sebastian Stan and Denise Gough. We also review the dream pairing of Barbara Crampton and Larry Fessenden in the horror movie "Jakob's Wife"; the mesmerizing, black-and-white documentary "Gunda"; and "Honeydew," a trippy, '70s-inspired thriller that'll make you think twice about going camping. In news, we discuss the devastating announcement that the ArcLight Theaters and Cinerama Dome are closing, Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez breaking up (for real this time), Chrissy Teigen's return to Twitter, Chet Hanx's unfortunate rap video, former "Bachelor" Colton Underwood coming out as gay and the upcoming release of an extended "Borat" sequel. And over at our Patreon , we recap the dramatic penultimate episode of "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier" on Disney+. Let us know what you've watched lately, and thanks as always for joining us.

Apr 12, 2021

We had a complete blast with the pulpy and playful "Guardians of the Galaxy" (2014) on this week's Marvel Mondays episode. We've finally made it to the movies Nicolas already has seen, so this was a rewatch, but one we were happy to do. Christy and Nic talk about how the first "Guardians" is knowingly silly in a way the previous MCU movies hadn't been, the use of Yacht Rock music, the joy of Bradley Cooper playing a profane raccoon and director James Gunn's on-again, off-again history with the franchise. (If Christy teaches her kid just one important thing in this life, it's this: Never tweet.) Feel free to share your thoughts, and thanks for joining us for our Breakfast All Day miniseries!

Apr 9, 2021

It is a bleak week on Breakfast All Day as we bring you yet another Melissa McCarthy movie that her husband directed. Ben Falcone also wrote the aggressively mediocre "Thunder Force," starring McCarthy and Octavia Spencer as childhood best friends who become superheroes. Alonso, Matt and I also review "Voyagers," which is essentially "Lord of the Flies" in space, and the one great film of the week, the moving South African drama "Moffie." In news, we discuss the deaths of DMX, Prince Philip and Anne Beatts; California on the verge of ending covid restriction tiers; an update on Tiger Woods' car accident; Tyler Perry's plans for a Madea prequel series on Showtime; and Caitlyn Jenner pondering a run for California governor. And over at our Patreon , we discuss this week's episode of "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier," which took the series in a shocking, darker direction. Let us know what you think of all this and thanks as always for joining us!

Apr 5, 2021

This week's Marvel Mondays episode couldn't be more timely. We talk about "Captain America: The Winter Soldier," which ties in nicely with "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier" on Disney+. Christy and Nicolas had a great discussion about how the Russo Brothers' first Marvel movie is actually a '70s-style paranoid political thriller (which makes the casting of Robert Redford such a nice touch). We also talk about the heartbreaking moment when Cap realizes that Bucky doesn't recognize him, that kick-ass elevator fight scene and the notion of free will vs. the possibility of redemption. Heavy stuff for an 11-year-old, but we placed it within a hypothetical about stealing sour gummy worms from the market. Join us for a nibble on this Breakfast All Day miniseries!

Apr 2, 2021

It's truly a clash of the titans this week on Breakfast All Day as we review the monster extravaganza "Godzilla vs. Kong." Christy went to see it in an actual theater with her son and husband — their first time at the movies together in well over a year — which is probably a huge reason why she enjoyed it more than Alonso and Matt did. Also this week, we discuss the Netflix drama "Concrete Cowboy," starring Idris Elba and Caleb McLaughlin, and the indie comedy "Shiva Baby," which is a slow burn of claustrophobic cringe humor. In news, we talk about the shocking announcement that Rege-Jean Page won't appear on season 2 of "Bridgerton," Armie Hammer losing yet another gig, Britney Spears' reaction to the recent documentary about her, DC movie release date changes and the return of baseball. And over at our Patreon , we recap the disappointing third episode of "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier." Thanks as always for joining us, and happy spring!

Mar 27, 2021

We've made it to the eighth film in our Marvel Mondays series, "Thor: The Dark World" (2013), which is definitely a step down from the fun we had last week talking about "Iron Man 3." Halfway through our viewing, Christy turned to Nicolas and wondered: "Have I seen this movie before?" That's how forgettable it was. Nic summed up his opinion pretty succinctly — "It sucks" — and gave this sequel his lowest score yet. Thankfully, we have "Thor: Ragnarok," one of the best movies in the MCU, on the horizon for us to revisit. If you're watching along with us, we appreciate you making the slog this time, and thanks as always for joining us for our Breakfast All Day miniseries!

Mar 25, 2021

Nobody does it better than Breakfast All Day — except maybe Bob Odenkirk. This week, Christy, Alonso and Matt review "Nobody," which is essentially Odenkirk's "John Wick"; the extremely R-rated hidden-camera comedy "Bad Trip"; the HBO documentary "Tina," which celebrates the life and career of Tina Turner; and Romania's devastating "Collective," which is nominated for Academy Awards for best documentary and international film. In news, we look back at the careers of a few legends who left us this week — Larry McMurtry, Jessica Walter and George Segal — discuss more theater openings and covid vaccine access (and free Krispy Kreme donuts!), the disgusting combination of Pepsi and Marshmallow Peeps that's brewing, "The Suicide Squad" trailer and Chrissy Teigen's departure from Twitter. And over at our Patreon , we recap this week's entertaining episode of "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier" on Disney+. Spring is here and hope is on the horizon! Thanks for sticking with us throughout.

Mar 22, 2021

"Iron Man 3" (2013) inspired the most hilarious discussion yet on Marvel Mondays. Nicolas loved this movie, so he and Christy (a.k.a. Mom) had a blast watching and discussing it. But also, there are so many weird, little moments during our conversation that made it stand out. We talk about the snappy dialogue from director and co-writer Shane Black, Tony Stark's PTSD, the jaw-dropping action of Tony's Malibu mansion collapsing into the ocean and the many cool things the Iron Man suit can do. Also: Nic's voice might be changing! And we ponder what "Zack Snyder's Caddyshack" might look like. We hope you enjoy listening as much as we enjoyed recording this, and thanks as always for joining us for our Breakfast All Day miniseries.

Mar 19, 2021

We're thrilled to have our great friend, Tim Grierson , as our guest this week on Breakfast All Day. He joins Christy, Matt and Alonso to talk about his new book, "This Is How You Make a Movie," a brilliant, mini-film school that encompasses high and low culture and illuminates across genres. Tim also hangs out to review the fascinating Netflix docudrama hybrid "Operation Varsity Blues: The College Admissions Scandal," as well as dig into a spoiler discussion of "Zack Snyder's Justice League," now that the four-hour superhero epic has been streaming for a couple of days. In news, we discuss further fallout for the Hollywood Foreign Press Association and the Golden Globes, the Los Angeles police investigating Armie Hammer on sexual assault allegations, the continued opening of movie theaters and theme parks, our own covid vaccine experiences and the career of the great Yaphet Kotto, who died this week at 81. And over at our Patreon , we recap the thrilling debut of the Disney+ series "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier" and the disturbing, four-part documentary series "Allen vs. Farrow," which just wrapped on HBO. It's a lot this week, so thanks for joining us!

Mar 15, 2021

It's a very special Monday serving of Breakfast All Day, with a couple of items that just couldn't wait. First, we react to this morning's Oscar nominations, which featured some history-making inclusions as well as some head-scratching ones. Plus, we couldn't let this day go by without reviewing "Zack Snyder's Justice League," now that the embargo has lifted on the wildly anticipated, four-hour director's cut of the DC superhero epic. We'll have a spoiler discussion of the Snyder Cut during our usual podcast episode Friday, as well as more reviews of this week's new movies. And our good friend Tim Grierson will join us to discuss his new book, "This Is How You Make a Movie." So be sure to come back and join us. And if you haven't already listened to this week's Marvel Monday discussion of "The Avengers," it's right here . It's a veritable smorgasbord, so enjoy!

Mar 13, 2021

It's all been building up to this: "The Avengers" (2012), which brings together the superheroes whose films we've discussed so far on Marvel Mondays. Nic had never seen it and really enjoyed it; Christy hadn't seen it since it first came out and was just as impressed by its balance of action and humor. We talk about how skillfully Joss Whedon's film weaves together all these larger-than-life characters, the underlying themes and tensions that will recur throughout the franchise and, of course, the famous post-credits shawarma scene. Let us know how you're liking our Breakfast All Day miniseries so far, and thanks so much for joining us!

Mar 13, 2021

We're a year into this pandemic thing but good news is on the horizon — as well as at least one good movie — on Breakfast All Day. Christy, Alonso and Matt review the Russo Brothers' sprawling drama "Cherry," the family-friendly Netflix comedy "Yes Day," Soleil Moon Frye's nostalgic documentary "Kid 90" and "The Father," an exquisite piece of writing, editing and acting starring Anthony Hopkins. In news, more vaccines are on the way for every American by May 1 and movie theaters are reopening, Harry and Meghan chat with Oprah, and Oscar nominations are coming Monday (and we'll have a quick episode then reacting to them, as well as an early look at the Snyder Cut of "Justice League"). And over at our Patreon , we discuss this month's Off the Menu selection just in time for St. Patrick's Day: John Huston's Dublin-set "The Dead" (1987), based in the James Joyce short story. Hope you're feeling optimistic, too, and thanks as always for sharing some of your time with us.

Mar 8, 2021

We're all dressed up in our shiniest patriotic finery for this week's Marvel Mondays episode of Breakfast All Day. Christy and Nicolas discuss "Captain America: The First Avenger" (2011), which Nic had never seen — but he was fully aware of the insanely catchy theme song that accompanies the 1966 "Captain America" cartoon. We talk about how different this is from the previous Marvel movies, how great the action and score are and Christy's 2015 interview with Chris Evans where she drank beer with him at his house in the Hollywood Hills. This is the last stand-alone Marvel movie before all the characters come together for 2012's "The Avengers," which we'll discuss next week. Thanks so much for hanging out with us and sharing your thoughts!

Mar 6, 2021

We're more magical than usual this week on Breakfast All Day, with adventures featuring wisecracking dragons and patty-flipping sea sponges (and lots of Awkwafina). Christy, Matt and Alonso review a couple of animated films: the exquisitely beautiful "Raya and the Last Dragon" and the silly sequel "The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run." We also discuss the disappointing "Coming 2 America," which arrives 33 years after the classic Eddie Murphy comedy, and the star-studded (and headache-inducing) "Chaos Walking." In news, we actually have upbeat items to discuss involving covid vaccines and theater re-openings. Also: Golden Globes recap, the return of Lady Gaga's pilfered pups, Seth Rogen's new weed business and the Oscar campaign for best original song coming out of tiny Husavik, Iceland. And over at our Patreon , we go in-depth on that emotional "WandaVision" finale. (Some of us cried!) Feel free to share your thoughts on all of this, and thanks as always for joining us.

Feb 26, 2021

We're hammering our way through this Marvel Mondays thing on Breakfast All Day. This week, Christy and Nicolas discuss the original "Thor" (2011), one of the movies that inspired this podcast series in the first place. Nic realized he'd never seen it, and Christy recalls seeing it but not liking it very much. Kenneth Branagh's take on the God of Thunder sparked a really good talk about lighting, camera angles and the greatness of Kat Dennings. Plus you can hear our Boston terrier, Baxter, shaking his collar in the background and trying to get us to play with him. Hope you're enjoying watching along and listening as much as we're enjoying doing this. Thanks as always for joining us.

Feb 25, 2021

It's Billie Week on Breakfast All Day, as we review two new movies that focus on singular singers who happen to share that name. Christy, Matt and Alonso discuss the Apple TV+ documentary "Billie Eilish: The World's a Little Blurry," which takes an intimate look at the teen pop phenom. Next up is "The United States vs. Billie Holiday," in which Andra Day gives a powerhouse performance as the tormented jazz legend. In news, we discuss the dognapping of Lady Gaga's Frenchies, Tiger Woods' car crash, this weekend's Golden Globe Awards (and the heightened scrutiny on the Hollywood Foreign Press Association), the upcoming Frogger game show and the many '90s reboots in the giant Paramount Plus slate announcement. Over at our Patreon , we recap this week's "WandaVision" episode, which takes us back through Wanda's trauma, as well as the season finale of "Bridgerton," so we finally know the identity of Lady Whistledown. And for this month's Off the Menu selection, we revisit Kasi Lemmons' ambitious feature debut, 1997's "Eve's Bayou." Thanks as always for joining us! UPDATE: Someone returned Lady Gaga's French bulldogs safely to the police!

Feb 21, 2021

We're checking the arc reactor and climbing inside the suit again for the latest Marvel Mondays episode of Breakfast All Day. This week, Christy and Nicolas watch "Iron Man 2" (2010), the sequel to the hugely successful film that launched the whole MCU. Christy liked it slightly better this time, mainly because it was so fun watching alongside her kid, but nothing could match the novelty and thrill of the original. Nic, however, prefers the sequel to the first film. We talk about all that, as well as the characters and storylines that are laying the groundwork for the franchise, in our third episode. Enjoy! And thanks so much for watching along with us and sharing your thoughts.

Feb 20, 2021

We're wrapping ourselves in our finest fur-trimmed coats to protect against the cold on this week's Breakfast All Day. Christy, Matt and Alonso review the gleefully mean comedy "I Care a Lot," the drama "Supernova" with its dream pairing of Stanley Tucci and Colin Firth as longtime partners, and the star-studded, low-key farce "French Exit." There's an insane amount of news, including Trump's impeachment acquittal, Ted Cruz's ill-timed trip to Cancun, Rush Limbaugh's death from lung cancer at 70, Claudia Conway on "American Idol," the "Cruella" trailer, plans for "Paddington 3" and Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's decision to leave as working members of the British royal family. And over at our Patreon , we have recaps of the mind-blowing episode 7 of "WandaVision," as well as the penultimate episode of "Bridgerton." Thanks for joining us, and hope you're comfy and warm wherever you are.

Feb 12, 2021

We're back with our second episode of Marvel Mondays! Following last week's debut discussion of "Iron Man," Christy and her son, Nicolas, chat about the next film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the extremely forgettable "The Incredible Hulk" (2008). As in, not only did Christy forget it exists, she also forgot that she'd seen it and reviewed it. Still, she and Nic had a good time talking about how Doc Bruce Banner, belted by gamma rays, turned into the Hulk. If you're watching and listening along with us, we'd love to hear your thoughts. Thanks for joining us and for the kind words on this Breakfast All Day miniseries!

Feb 12, 2021

Pack your daytime AND evening culottes for your getaway with Breakfast All Day. Christy, Matt and Alonso review the giddy, absurdist romp that is "Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar," as well as the infuriating documentary "Framing Britney Spears." One of the best films of 2020, "Minari," is finally coming out, as well as the electrifying "Judas and the Black Messiah." And just in time for Valentines's Day, "To All the Boys: Always and Forever," the final installment of the YA franchise. In news, we discuss the hoopla surrounding several celebrities behaving badly, including Gina Carano, Joss Whedon and Lou Dobbs, Disney's plan to release "Black Widow" in theaters and Mark Cuban's decision not to play the national anthem before Dallas Mavericks games. (Also: We recorded this as Trump's second impeachment trial was wrapping up, so his acquittal hadn't happened yet.) And over at our Patreon , we recap this week's "WandaVision" episode as well as episode 6 of "Bridgerton." Grab a plate full of tropical fruit and join us!

Feb 8, 2021

Welcome to the first episode of Marvel Mondays! It's a Breakfast All Day podcast series Christy is doing with her 11-year-old son, Nicolas, in which they're watching all the Marvel movies in order and then having a little conversation afterward. (And in case you're curious, they're doing them in order of theatrical release, not chronological order, which would put "Captain America: The First Avenger," well, first.) Nic is Christy's longtime plus-one and favorite movie buddy, and he's seen all the Marvel movies over the past several years. But he realized he hadn't seen any of the Iron Mans, for example, or the first couple of Thors, and suggested going back to the beginning and doing a massive rewatch. So here they are, starting with the original "Iron Man" (2008). This was so much fun, and we're excited to share more with you in the upcoming months. Join us every Monday, share it with your kids and let us know what you think! And thanks as always for listening.

Feb 6, 2021

We light up the sky like a flame this week on Breakfast All Day. All the movies Christy, Matt and Alonso review have to do with fame, memory and leaving your mark on the world. We begin with "Malcolm & Marie," featuring strong performances and gorgeous cinematography but an exhausting, repetitive script; "Bliss," which toys with the nature of simulated reality; "Fake Famous," a documentary that explores what it takes to be an influencer; and "Little Fish," a sci-fi romance about a virus that causes dementia. In news, we talk about the sad loss of legends Christopher Plummer and Hal Holbrook, the Golden Globe and Screen Actors Guild award nominations (and Trump's hilarious letter resigning from SAG), Evan Rachel Wood's allegations of abuse from ex-boyfriend Marilyn Manson, and the MyPillow guy's three-hour documentary about voter fraud (which we promise we won't review). And over at our Patreon , we recap this week's jaw-dropping "WandaVision" episode as well as the juicy episode 5 of "Bridgerton." Thanks as always for joining us.

Jan 30, 2021

It's gloomy and rainy in Southern California, but we're here to offer some sunshine on Breakfast All Day. Christy, Alonso and Matt review "The Little Things," which feels like a "CSI" episode full of Oscar winners, and the deeply disturbing "Saint Maud," the first truly great movie of 2021. In news, we talk about the Super Bowl matchup between Matt's Kansas City Chiefs and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Gov. Gavin Newsom lifting the California stay-at-home order, the MyPillow guy getting kicked off Twitter, Spirit Award nominations and the AFI top 10, the arrival of First Dogs Champ and Major Biden at the White House and the sad loss of legends Cloris Leachman and Cicely Tyson within just days of each other. (Matt also tries to explain the whole Game Stop stock thing to us, but we're still confused.) And over at our Patreon , we recap this week's excellent episode of "WandaVision," which tied into the whole Marvel Cinematic Universe in clever ways, as well as episode 4 of "Bridgerton," with its pistols at dawn. Hope you're snuggly and warm, and thanks for hanging out with us.

Jan 23, 2021

It's been an exciting week! And we're here to discuss all of it — and maybe even review some movies — on Breakfast All Day. In news, Christy, Alonso and Matt talk about the end of the Trump presidency and the inauguration of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris, complete with the celebrity splendor and Bernie Sanders memes that brought some fun to this year's unusual festivities. We also review "The Marksman," "No Man's Land" and "The White Tiger." And over at our Patreon , we recap the third episodes of both "WandaVision" and "Bridgerton" and revisit John Frankenheimer's "The Manchurian Candidate" (1962), this month's Off the Menu selection. Listen and enjoy, and thanks as always for hanging out with us.

Jan 19, 2021

It's a very special Monday edition of Breakfast All Day. Christy, Matt and Alonso wanted to play a little catch-up with some news, theater marquees and movies we didn't get to over the holidays, so here we are. We have reviews of the extremely entertaining documentary "The Bee Gees: How Can You Mend a Broken Heart," as well as the deeply insightful drama "Another Round," starring Mads Mikkelsen in one of 2020's best performances. In news, we talk about the chaos and drama surrounding Trump's White House departure and the presidential inauguration on Jan. 20, and we look forward to the day when things aren't so eventful all the time. Thanks for hanging out with us today — we hope you enjoy this extra episode.

Jan 16, 2021

In a week full of flux and turmoil, it's nice to have some good movies to talk about on Breakfast All Day. Christy, Matt and Alonso review the covid heist comedy "Locked Down," starring Anne Hathaway and Chiwetel Ejiofor; the swoony romantic throwback "Sylvie's Love," with Tessa Thompson and Nnamdi Asomugha; and the fascinating documentary "MLK/FBI," featuring declassified documents from J. Edgar Hoover's investigation of Martin Luther King Jr. There's SO much news, including Trump's second impeachment and continued fallout from the Jan. 6 Capitol riots, Armie Hammer's alleged cannibalistic tendencies and a "Sex and the City" reboot sans Samantha. Over at our Patreon , we recap the first two episodes of the gleefully nostalgic new Disney+ series "WandaVision," as well as episode 2 of "Bridgerton" on Netflix. And be on the lookout Monday for a bonus episode, where we'll play catch up with a few more movies and share a bunch of marquees our listeners and viewers have sent. Thanks for sticking with us — we'll get through this together!

Jan 9, 2021

It's a brand new year with the same old insanity, but we're here to help you sort through it on Breakfast All Day. Matt, Alonso and Christy didn't feel right reviewing movies this week, given the violence in Washington D.C. and turmoil nationwide. Instead, we have a lengthy news segment about the rioting Trump incited as well as the ensuing fallout. (Of course, his Twitter banishment happened right after we finished recording). We also have a couple weeks' worth of entertainment and celebrity news, including the Kim and Kanye divorce, Hilaria Baldwin, deaths including Shabba Doo from "Breakin'," Dawn Wells and Tommy Lasorda, and the knighthood of Christy's hero, Roger Deakins. But! We couldn't begin 2021 without looking back at the best and worst films of 2020, so the three of us share our picks. And over at our Patreon , we begin filling up our dance card with the first episode of Netflix's "Bridgerton." We wish all good things for you in the new year, and we thank you for starting it off with us.

Dec 23, 2020

Everything you could possibly want is wrapped up and waiting for you under the tree at Breakfast All Day. Christy, Matt and Alonso review all the big Christmas releases a few days early: the sequel "Wonder Woman 1984," Pixar's "Soul," the excellent "Promising Young Woman," Regina King's directing debut "One Night in Miami" and the Tom Hanks Western "News of the World." In news, we discuss the LA Film Critics Association's awards voting, the continued criticism from filmmakers over the Warner Bros./HBO Max deal, Kirk Cameron's maskless Christmas caroling and Festivus! And over at our Patreon , we recap the last two episodes of "The Queen's Gambit" and revisit the movie our subscribers chose for this month's Off the Menu selection, 1974's "Black Christmas." This is our last episode of 2020, and we thank you sincerely for spending some time with us during this wretched year. Happy Holidays, and here's to a happier 2021!

Dec 19, 2020

We've all finally seen "Tenet," and we can't make sense of it coming or going on this week's Breakfast All Day. Christy, Alonso and Birthday Boy Matt had more fun talking about Christopher Nolan's time-travel thriller than we did watching it. We also review "Ma Rainey's Black Bottom," featuring Chadwick Boseman's powerful, final performance; George Clooney's so-so sci-fi drama "The Midnight Sky"; and the fifth and last film in Steve McQueen's "Small Axe" anthology, "Education." In news, covid vaccines are here, providing a glimmer of hope. We also discuss the deal between Roku and HBO Max, Tom Cruise's covid safety rant on the set of the latest "Mission: Impossible," and Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's multimillion-dollar podcast deal with Spotify. And over at out Patreon , we rave and sob over the season finale of "The Mandalorian" and recap episode 5 of "The Queen's Gambit." Thanks for joining us, and hope the holidays are treating you well so far.

Dec 11, 2020

It's Meryl Streep Week here at Breakfast All Day as Alonso, Matt and Christy review the splashy musical "The Prom" and Steven Soderbergh's latest inspired experiment, "Let Them All Talk." One of these movies is definitely better than the other! We also discuss the super-duper Irish rom-com "Wild Mountain Thyme," the latest Steve McQueen "Small Axe" movie, "Alex Wheatle," and "Songbird," a COVID disaster flick — and yes, that's redundant. In news, there's a ton of stuff to talk about, including Disney's massive programming announcement, the angry response from filmmakers and actors to the Warner Bros./HBO Max deal, the disturbing abuse accusations in FKA Twigs' lawsuit against ex-boyfriend Shia LaBeouf, Taylor Swift's second pandemic album, Olivia Jade's appearance on Red Table Talk and Mario Lopez IS Colonel Sanders in "A Recipe for Seduction." And over at our Patreon , we recap the extremely eventful new episode of "The Mandalorian" and the shocking developments on episode 4 of "The Queen's Gambit." We're thrilled to have you join us.

Dec 5, 2020

The holidays are approaching and we've got plenty of cheer for you — and news, and reviews — on this week's Breakfast All Day. Christy, Alonso and Matt discuss several new releases: the excellent "Nomadland"; "Love, Weddings & Other Disasters" (which convinced us we definitely need to do a worst-of 2020 list); "Ammonite"; the latest in Steve McQueen's "Small Axe" series, "Red, White and Blue"; and "I'm Your Woman." In news, we discuss the announcement that shook up the film industry this week: Warner Bros.' decision to release its entire 2021 slate both in theaters and on HBO Max. We also talk about Elliot Page coming out as transgender, the latest covid restrictions, Letitia Wright's controversial vaccine tweets, Lady Gaga's Oreos and the deaths of two formidable figures: David Prowse, the 6-foot-6 actor who physically played Darth Vader, and "Mad Max" franchise villain Hugh Keays-Byrne. And over at our Patreon , we recap this week's episode of "The Mandalorian" — Boba Fett is back, baby! — and episode three of "The Queen's Gambit." Hope you're hanging in there, and thanks for hanging out with us.

Nov 28, 2020

We're stuffed full of Thanksgiving dinner and holiday movies on the latest Breakfast All Day. Matt, Alonso and Christy have a full plate of reviews for you: "Hillbilly Elegy," "Happiest Season," "Superintelligence," "Zappa" and the second film in Steve McQueen's "Small Axe" anthology, "Lovers Rock." In news, we talk about new Covid restrictions, Trump's tiny desk, Williams Sonoma selling those blue macarons Baby Yoda eats on "The Mandalorian," Grammy nominations and soccer legend Diego Maradona's death at 60. And over at our Patreon , we recap this week's eventful "Mandalorian" episode — which includes the revelation of Baby Yoda's name — and episode 2 of "The Queen's Gambit." Pull up a chair and join us at the big kids' table, and thanks for spending some time with us.

Nov 21, 2020

It's never too early to talk about Christmas movies when the world's foremost expert on the subject, Alonso Duralde, is your podcast co-host. So here we are with a review of "The LEGO Star Wars Holiday Special," even before we've carved our Thanksgiving turkey, on Breakfast All Day. Christy, Matt and Alonso also review the excellent "Sound of Metal," the thriller "Run" and "Mangrove," the first installment in the five-film "Small Axe" series from Steve McQueen on Amazon Prime. In news, we talk about how the coronavirus is seriously spiking, the curfew in LA County and holiday restrictions as well as some fun news: Michael B. Jordan is People Magazine's Sexiest Man Alive, Mariah Carey has an all-star Christmas special, Edward Norton went on a brilliant tweetstorm and "Wonder Woman 1984" is coming out theatrically and on HBO Max on Dec. 25. And over at our Patreon , we review the Sean Connery Off the Menu movie our subscribers chose for us, 1987's "The Untouchables," and recap the latest on "The Mandalorian" and the first episode of "The Queen's Gambit," which we're so glad we're catching up with, finally. Please be safe out there this holiday week, and thanks for spending some of your time with us.

Nov 14, 2020

The whole gang got back together — all too briefly — to talk about "Mank" on this week's episode of Breakfast All Day. We couldn't possibly have a discussion of this film without our old friend and co-host Ben Mankiewicz, grandson of "Citizen Kane" screenwriter Herman Mankiewicz, who's the subject of David Fincher's lush homage to classic Hollywood. Christy, Alonso and Matt also review the body-swap horror-comedy "Freaky"; "Chick Fight," which might be the year's worst film; and "Dating Amber," a sly charmer of an Irish comedy. In news, we finally have a president — hooray! — which leads to a lengthy discussion of Four Seasons Total Landscaping, as well as Alex Trebek's death, what we're not doing for Thanksgiving and whether we'll ever see "Wonder Woman 1984" on the big screen. And over at our Patreon , we recap the latest episode of "The Mandalorian" and the finale of "Seduced: Inside the NXIVM Cult." Hope you're all staying safe, and thanks as always for spending some of your time with us.

Nov 7, 2020

In an insane and unpredictable year, we're especially in a state of flux this week as we await results of the 2020 presidential election. No matter what happens, we're here for you at Breakfast All Day — and we're thankful that you're here for us, as well. Christy, Alonso and Matt tried to take it a bit easier this week with just a couple of film reviews: the understated, suspenseful Western "Let Him Go" and the trippy, sci-fi thriller "Possessor: Uncut." We spent the bulk of our time on news — discussing the state of the election, or course, but also Stephen Colbert's stirring monologue, Sean Connery's death, Johnny Depp's departure from the "Fantastic Beasts" franchise and Christopher Nolan's continuing reaction to the disappointing box office haul of "Tenet." And over at our Patreon , we recap the latest episodes of "The Mandalorian" on Disney+ and "Seduced: Inside the NXIVM Cult" on STARZ. Please let us know how you're doing these days, and thanks for spending some of your time with us.

Oct 31, 2020

It might be a wild week coming up, so we're self-soothing with fun-size Halloween candy and inane rom-coms on the latest Breakfast All Day. Alonso, Matt and Christy review "Holidate" on Netflix, the lovely documentary "The Donut King," the sequel "The Craft: Legacy" and the trippy, time-traveling thriller "Synchronic." We're chock full of news, including the Dodgers winning the World Series (and Justin Turner testing positive for covid), how we're feeling heading into Tuesday's election, sex cult leader Keith Raniere receiving a life sentence and Kim Kardashian's 40th birthday, complete with a private island celebration and a hologram of her dad. It's a lot! And over at our Patreon , we're thrilled about the return of "The Mandalorian" on Disney+, we dip into the other docuseries about NXIVM, "Seduced" on STARZ, and we review the Off the Menu horror movie our subscribers chose for us, 1977's batshit crazy "Hausu" from Japan. Please keep in touch with us as this week goes along and let us know how you're doing during this tumultuous time — and thanks for spending some of that time with us.

Oct 24, 2020

Great success! We are back in U S and A with our very nice podcast, Breakfast All Day. Matt, Alonso and Christy begin this busy week with a review of the hotly awaited sequel "Borat Subsequent Moviefilm" and have wildly mixed opinions on Sacha Baron Cohen's latest (but we all agree that co-star Maria Bakalova is tremendous). We also discuss Sofia Coppola's lovely "On the Rocks," the disappointing new version of "Rebecca" on Netflix, the inspired B-horror satire "Bad Hair" from Justin Simien and the restored documentary "Nationtime," a fascinating time capsule from 1972. In news, we talk about old dudes' junk between Jeffrey Toobin and Rudy Giuliani, the final presidential debate, Jeff Bridges' cancer diagnosis and "Dawson's Creek" returning to Netflix among many other topics. And over at our Patreon , we recap the gripping season finales of "Lovecraft Country" and "The Vow" on HBO and ponder watching the Starz docuseries about NXIVM, because we just can't get enough of our favorite pyramid scheme/sex cult. Thanks so much for spending some time with us during these crazy fall days, and we hope you're doing well.

Oct 17, 2020

This must be the place for one of the best movies of the year on Breakfast All Day. Christy and Alonso were thrilled to talk about "David Byrne's American Utopia," Spike Lee's gorgeous and joyous concert film. We also reviewed Aaron Sorkin's "The Trial of the Chicago 7," with its blindingly starry cast, and "Honest Thief," which is a middling, late-career Liam Neeson action vehicle. Matt joins in for news, which includes a second season of "The Vow," a Mad Max prequel focusing on Furiosa and the death of longtime character actress Conchata Ferrell. And speaking of "The Vow," we recap the latest episode on our Patreon along with "Lovecraft Country," both of which are about to wrap up on HBO. Hope you folks are hanging in there, and thanks for joining us!

Oct 10, 2020

During these insane times, it feels so good to laugh, and we did a lot of that this week on Breakfast All Day. We have one of our most spirited arguments in a while over Adam Sandler's latest Netflix comedy, "Hubie Halloween." Christy, Matt and Alonso also disagree on just how terrible the Robert De Niro family comedy "The War With Grandpa" is. But we have some bright spots, too: the HBO Max coming-of-age drama "Charm City Kings" and the documentary "Totally Under Control," a damning look at the White House's mishandling of the coronavirus from Alex Gibney & Co. In news, we discuss death of Eddie Van Halen, new release dates for a bunch of big movies including "Dune" and "Jurassic World: Dominion" and the upcoming "West Wing" reunion fundraiser. And over at our Patreon , we recap the latest episodes of HBO's "Lovecraft Country" and "The Vow." Hope you're finding reasons to laugh this week, too, and we thank you for spending time with us.

Oct 3, 2020

What a year the past couple of days have been. We have an insane amount of news for you on the latest episode of Breakfast All Day, including President Trump and many others in his orbit testing positive for coronavirus and the massive fallout that's ensued. But we are a film review podcast first and foremost, so Christy, Alonso and Matt discuss "The Boys in the Band," "The Glorias," "Dick Johnson Is Dead" and "Save Yourselves!" And over at our Patreon , we recap the latest episodes of "Lovecraft Country" and "The Vow" on HBO. Please continue being safe and taking care of yourselves and your loved ones, and thanks for spending some of your time with us.

Sep 26, 2020

Millie Bobby Brown gives a radiant lead performance in "Enola Holmes," one of several movies we review this week on Breakfast All Day. Besides the Netflix adventure, Christy, Matt and Alonso discuss Miranda July's latest, the strange, sweet and singular "Kajillionaire," and "Misbehaviour," based on the true story of the feminist rebellion that shook the 1970 Miss World Pageant. In news, we remember the life and legacy of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg and discuss two recent movies about her: "RBG" and "On the Basis of Sex." Also: new release dates for "Black Widow" and "West Side Story," Alamo Drafthouse's effort to get folks back in the theater, the Emmys and Vin Diesel's bizarre attempt at a music career. And over at our Patreon , we recap the latest episodes of HBO's "Lovecraft Country" (which was amazing) and "The Vow," and we revisit the 1969 James Bond film "On Her Majesty's Secret Service" in honor of the late Diana Rigg. We hope you're doing well, and thanks as always for joining us.

Sep 19, 2020

It's a week of heavy emotions on Breakfast All Day — and we recorded this episode before the tragic news broke of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg's passing. But Christy, Alonso and Matt do have film reviews for you of the ambitious but deeply misguided "Antebellum," the sprawling, Southern Netflix drama "The Devil All the Time," the powerfully acted "The Nest" (which will end up being one of the best movies of the year) and the documentary "The Way I See It," about former official White House photographer Pete Souza. In news, we discuss the "Cuties" controversy (and Christy has a quick review of the film), Chris Evans' leaked dick pic and the star-studded "Fast Times at Ridgemont High" table read. And over at our Patreon , we recap episode 5 of "Lovecraft Country" (which was excellent) and episode 4 of "The Vow," both on HBO. Hope you're all hanging in there, and thanks as always for hanging out with us for a little while.

Sep 12, 2020

The world is on fire — literally — but we're here to protect you, or at least distract you, at Breakfast All Day. On our latest episode, Matt, Alonso and Christy review the completely charming romantic comedy "The Broken Hearts Gallery," the Helen Reddy biopic "I Am Woman," the enlightening documentary "The Sit-In: Harry Belafonte Hosts The Tonight Show," and "Unpregnant," which is sort of a comic version of "Never Rarely Sometimes Always." But it works! (And we love the fact that women directed all four movies we reviewed this week.) In news, Christy tells the guys about her trip to see "Tenet," and we discuss the Toronto International Film Festival and the Academy's new diversity requirements for best-picture contenders. And over at our Patreon , we recap the latest episodes of "Lovecraft Country" and "The Vow" on HBO. Stay safe, and thanks for staying with us.

Sep 5, 2020

The thrilling "Mulan" should have been a huge summer blockbuster in the theaters; now, you can watch it at home on Disney+, and we have a Breakfast All Day review. Alonso, Matt and Christy also talk about the latest mind-bending drama from writer-director Charlie Kaufman, "I'm Thinking of Ending Things"; Armando Iannucci's take on Dickens with "The Personal History of David Copperfield"; and "Lingua Franca," a lovely indie drama from transgender writer-director-star Isabel Sandoval. In news, we remember the great Chadwick Boseman, whose death from colon cancer shocked the world last week, and the guys and Christy debate whether she should drive to San Diego County to see "Tenet." And over at our Patreon , we recap the latest episodes of "Lovecraft Country" and "The Vow" on HBO. Things are heating up as summer comes to an end, so join us!

Aug 28, 2020

It's Bill and Ted and Phineas and Ferb to the rescue, just when we need them most, on Breakfast All Day. Christy, Alonso and Matt review a couple of movies this week that have an infectious joy and an underlying sweetness, but you'll probably appreciate them more if you're already a fan: "Bill & Ted Face the Music," which reunites Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter as those most bodacious dudes, and "Phineas and Ferb the Movie: Candace Against the Universe," a feature-length version of the hilarious, animated Disney Channel series. We also have an eventful news segment, including pro athletes protesting police brutality, the release of "Tenet" (finally) and Jim Gaffigan proclaiming himself as part of the #Resistance. And over at our Patreon , we recap episode two of the excellent "Lovecraft Country" and we start in on "The Vow," the docuseries about the NXIVM sex cult, both on HBO. Be excellent to each other, and party on, dudes.

Aug 22, 2020

We missed you guys so much while we were gone last week, but we wish we had better movies for you on the latest Breakfast All Day. Matt, Alonso and Christy review "The One and Only Ivan" on Disney+, Russell Crowe's B-movie thriller "Unhinged," the inventive biopic "Tesla" (the one movie we did enjoy this week) and "Train to Busan Presdents: Peninsula," a sorta-sequel to the 2016 Korean zombie movie. We have lots of news to catch up on, including the re-opening of movie theaters after the coronavirus shut them down more than five months ago. And over at our Patreon , we recap the first episode of the excellent new HBO series "Lovecraft Country," and Alonso and Matt review "Wedding Every Weekend," a groundbreaking Hallmark Channel movie (which we realize sounds like an oxymoron). These are indeed the dog days, but at least we have each other. Thanks for sticking with us, and hope you're doing well.

Aug 8, 2020

Come a little closer … we've got a secret (or two) we want to share with you on this week's Breakfast All Day Podcast. Alonso, Matt and Christy review "The Secret: Dare to Dream" as well as "The Secret Garden." But first! We talk about Seth Rogen and Seth Rogen in "An American Pickle," as well as the existential drama "She Dies Tomorrow," which feels extremely relevant today. We've got a ton of news, including the arrival of "Mulan" on Disney+ next month and plans for a shortened Sundance Film Festival next year. And over at our Patreon , we review the Olivia de Havilland film our subscribers chose for us — "The Adventures of Robin Hood" — in this month's Off the Menu segment. We're taking next week off for a variety of reasons, but we look forward to seeing you again on Aug. 21. Until then, be well.

Jul 31, 2020

It's a big week for badass women in the music industry on Breakfast All Day. Christy, Alonso and Matt review Beyonce's staggeringly beautiful visual concept album "Black Is King," available for streaming on Disney+, as well as the Showtime documentary 'The Go-Go's," which is a complete blast in celebrating the trailblazing '80s band. We also talk about "The Fight," a documentary that follows several ACLU lawyers as they take on civil rights cases with huge stakes, and the wartime lesbian romance "Summerland," which is a tasteful, take-your-mom movie. We've got a ton of news for you, including movie theaters opening internationally, baseball shutting down in the United States and the deaths of Olivia de Havilland and Regis Philbin. And over at our Patreon , we review the experimental horror movie "Host," which was shot entirely over Zoom during quarantine. Thanks for hanging out with us as we enter August (!!!) and hope you're doing well.

Jul 24, 2020

Hope springs eternal with the start of baseball season, but we're still stuck in the on-deck circle when it comes to movie theaters openings. We talk about all of this and so much more on this week's Breakfast All Day. Following a jam-packed news segment, Alonso, Matt and Christy review Dave Franco's indie thriller "The Rental," the always great Rosamund Pike in the so-so Marie Curie biopic "Radioactive," and "Yes, God, Yes," a sweetly raunchy coming-of-age comedy starring Natalia Dyer. And over at our Patreon, we recap the last two episodes of "Love, Victor" on Hulu. Thanks for spending part of your summer with us, and hope you're hanging in there.

Jul 18, 2020

Spend a torrid evening with us at Breakfast All Day — we promise you won't regret it. This week, Matt, Alonso and Christy review the Netflix romantic thriller "Fatal Affair," which wasn't nearly as insane as we'd hoped; the Gothic lesbian romance "Carmilla," which we dug; and we play catch-up with Kelly Reichardt's re-released "First Cow," which had its theatrical run interrupted by the coronavirus. It's surely one of the best movies of this weird year, so thankfully it's available now for streaming. In news, we talk about the many cancellations and closures the pandemic has caused, including the Rose Bowl Parade, the Telluride Film Festival, California schools and Chuck Woolery's Twitter feed. And over at our Patreon , we recap episodes 7-8 of Hulu's "Love, Victor" (which is finally getting good) and we review Joel Schumacher's 1990 thriller "Flatliners," this month's Off the Menu selection. Thanks as always for joining us as we enter the fifth month of this madness — hope you're hanging in there.

Jul 10, 2020

It's just another day in paradise here at Breakfast All Day. Matt, Alonso and Christy review the justifiably hyped, "Groundhog Day"-style comedy "Palm Springs," the bad-ass action drama "The Old Guard," Tom Hanks' WWII thriller "Greyhound" and a couple of documentaries: the searing "Welcome to Chechnya" and "Mucho Mucho Amor," a love letter to the late Latinx astrologer Walter Mercado. We begin as always with news, including Kanye West's announcement that he's running for president and the death of master composer Ennio Morricone. And over at our Patreon , we recap episodes 5 and 6 of "Love, Victor" on Hulu. Come on in, the water's fine. Thanks for joining us.

Jul 4, 2020

We finally understand what all the "Hamilton" hype is about on this week's Breakfast All Day. Matt had seen the Broadway musical phenomenon so he knew what was in store, but Christy and Alonso hadn't, so we were blown away by the film version now streaming on Disney+. We also review Rod Lurie's gripping war drama "The Outpost," the documentary "John Lewis: Good Trouble" and "The Truth," featuring a clash of the titans in French film legends Catherine Deneuve and Juliette Binoche. As always, we start with Coronavirus news, including the tragedy of Vanilla Ice canceling his concert in Austin. And over at our Patreon , we recap episodes 3 and 4 of "Love, Victor" on Hulu. Join us in the room where it happens — whatever room that may be — and hope you find some way to enjoy the holiday weekend.

Jun 26, 2020

Oh how we longed for "Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga" to be great; sadly, the only thing great about it is the running time, which is over two hours. It has some amusing moments in its celebration of international musical kitsch, though, as Matt, Alonso and Christy discuss this week on Breakfast All Day. We also review the disappointing political satire "Irresistible" and the family-friendly action comedy "My Spy," which is the last screening a lot of us critics attended before COVID-19 shut down the world. As always, we begin with Coronavirus news, including the decision to move Christopher Nolan's "Tenet" yet again. And over at our Patreon , we recap the first two episodes of the teen dramedy series "Love, Victor" on Hulu. You're welcome in advance for getting "Volcano Man" stuck in your head. Listen and enjoy.

Jun 19, 2020

"Miss Juneteenth" is a lovely and vivid indie drama with a tremendous lead performance from Nicole Beharie, one of several movies we review this week on Breakfast All Day. Alonso, Matt and Christy also discuss the horror movie "You Should Have Left," the less-than thrilling spy thriller "Wasp Network" and "Disclosure," an eye-opening documentary about how films and TV shows depict transgender characters. As always, we begin with a look at Coronavirus news, including the many changes to movie release dates and theater openings. And over at our Patreon , we wrap up the last two episodes of "The Great" on Hulu and revisit the 2017 queer romance "God's Own Country," this month's Off the Menu selection our members chose for us. Thanks for sticking with us, and hope you're doing well.

Jun 13, 2020

Spike Lee's "Da 5 Bloods" is excellent and it's on Netflix right now for you to watch and sink your teeth into. It's one of several movies Alonso, Matt and Christy review this week on Breakfast All Day. We're all on the same page about Lee's latest, but we find ourselves disagreeing — sometimes wildly — about Judd Apatow's "The King of Staten Island," inspired by the life of "Saturday Night Live" comedian Pete Davidson, and the long-awaited film version of the popular tween fantasy novel "Artemis Fowl." We also have a ton of news for you on both the protest and coronavirus fronts, some of which already has changed since we recorded this episode; Christopher Nolan's "Tenet," for example, has moved from July 17 to July 31 as studios and theaters figure out how to resume business. And over at our Patreon , we recap episodes 5-8 of "The Great" on Hulu. Hope you're hanging in there, and thanks for hanging with us.

Jun 9, 2020

It's a quick Tuesday catch-up on Breakfast All Day as Matt, Alonso and Christy review the films we meant to discuss last week but instead devoted an hour to Black Lives Matters protests and coronavirus news. There's some good stuff out there: the trippy literary drama "Shirley," which may end up being one of Christy's favorite movies of the year; the ambitious and anachronistic "Judy & Punch"; and "I'm No Longer Here," a Mexican drama that's so beautiful, you'll wish you were watching it on the big screen instead on on Netflix. And over at our Patreon , we discuss the latest Sunday night ESPN 30 for 30, the Bruce Lee documentary "Be Water." We'll return on Friday with new releases, so come on back, and thanks for hanging out with us.

Jun 5, 2020

It's been a difficult week/month/year in our country and throughout the world, and we just couldn't wrap our brains around watching movies and talking about them on the latest Breakfast All Day. It all seemed too frivolous. Instead, Alonso, Matt and Christy discuss the state of things — nationwide protests against police brutality following the killing of George Floyd, peaceful demonstrations and violence in the streets, what things have looked and felt like in our worlds and how the entertainment industry has responded. (That catchy little ditty you hear off the top is "Lose Yo Job" by iMarkkeyz feat. DJ Suede the Remix God. And since we're all in desperate need of a laugh, the video version is hilarious.) Plus, of course, we're still in the middle of a pandemic. We talk about all of this in what is essentially an extended news segment, complete with the latest movie marquee photos our listeners and viewers have been kind enough to send us. And we steer you guys in the direction of where you can stream some great, timely movies for free — including the documentaries "I Am Not Your Negro" and "Whose Streets?", as well as "Selma" which Paramount is making available through June 30. Please let us know how you're doing, and thanks for sticking with us.

May 29, 2020

It's a crazy world we're living in lately so we're especially happy to see each other's friendly faces this week on Breakfast All Day. Plus we have the added bonus of Ben joining us for Coronavirus news and a revisit of the Robert Altman 1974 classic "California Split" — which is now available for streaming on Amazon Prime — and it's always a treat to see him. As for new movies, Alonso, Matt and Christy review "The High Note," which was surprisingly delightful, and the ambitious sci-fi indie "The Vast of Night." (If you'd like to jump right to our new reviews, they begin around 1:30.) Over at our Patreon , we recap the series finale of "Mrs. America," which we loved, as well as episodes 3 and 4 of "The Great," both on Hulu. And for our latest Off the Menu review, we discuss 2011's "Your Sister's Sister" in honor of the late Lynn Shelton. Hold tight to each other, and thanks for sticking with us.

May 23, 2020

You can't go on vacation in real life these days but you can enjoy "The Trip to Greece," one of many movies we review this week on Breakfast All Day. Christy, Matt and Alonso also discuss "The Lovebirds" with Issa Rae and Kumail Nanjiani, the feel-good British comedy "Military Wives," the police horror movie "Body Cam" and "Out," a lovely Disney+ short. As always, we start with our weekly Coronavirus update, including the news that the #ReleasetheSnyderCut campaign actually seemed to work. And over at our Patreon , we recap the penultimate episode of "Mrs. America" and the first two episodes of "The Great," both on Hulu. Thanks for sticking with us as we head into summer, and hope you're doing well.

May 16, 2020

Zoinks! Did we ever hate "Scoob!" on this week's Breakfast All Day. Matt, Alonso and Christy also review the latest Happy Madison debacle, "The Wrong Missy," Tom Hardy's exquisitely terrible "Capone," the fascinating documentary "Spaceship Earth" and the well-acted indie drama "Mother's Little Helpers." And of course, we begin as always with an update on Coronavirus news, including Christopher Nolan's intent to have "Tenet" reopen theaters on July 17. And over at our Patreon , we recap episode 7 of "Mrs. America" on Hulu. Hop in the Mystery Machine and join us!

May 9, 2020

Like, omigod, it is so totally awesome of you to stop by the Breakfast All Day Podcast this week! Alonso, Matt and Christy review the musical remake of "Valley Girl" (which Christy wishes she liked more), the documentaries "Becoming" (about Michelle Obama) and "A Secret Love" (about a longtime lesbian couple) and the warm, gentle drama "Driveways." Plus, we begin as we always do these days with a recap of the week's Coronavirus news. And over at our Patreon , we discuss the season finale of "Westworld" on HBO and the latest episode of "Mrs. America" on Hulu. Tease your bangs up, pop your collar and meet us at the mall — and thanks for hanging out with us.

May 2, 2020

The band is back together! It's been a year since we've all been in the same place at the same time so we are thrilled to have Ben with us this week, if briefly and remotely, on the latest Breakfast All Day. He joins us for our weekly Coronavirus update before Christy, Alonso and Matt launch into reviews of "Bad Education" on HBO and "The Half of It" and "All Day and a Night" on Netflix. And over at our Patreon, Ben and Alonso discuss the series finale of "Homeland." Plus Christy, Matt and Alonso do an Off the Menu review of the movie you chose for us, the original 1973 "The Wicker Man," and recap the latest on "Westworld" and "Mrs. America." Thanks for sticking with us, and here's to a better month.

Apr 25, 2020

Only Chris Hemsworth as a hunky, black-market mercenary named Tyler Rake could pull us out of the morass in which we've found ourselves. His Netflix action extravaganza, "Extraction," is one of several movies we review this week on Breakfast All Day. Christy, Alonso and Matt also discuss the excellent Apple+ documentary "Beastie Boys Story," the stylish drama "True History of the Kelly Gang" and a couple of quasi-related documentaries: "Circus of Books" and "The Booksellers." But before all that, we begin as we always do with an update of coronavirus news. And over at our Patreon , we recap the gripping series finale of "The Plot Against America" as well as the latest episodes of "Westworld" and "Mrs. America.'' Hope you're all safe and well, and we're happy to have you with us from afar.

Apr 18, 2020

It's sort of a blah week movie-wise and otherwise, but we're happy to see each other and you on the latest Breakfast All Day. Alonso, Matt and Christy begin as always with Coronavirus news (including the cancellation of Comic-Con and Taylor Swift's 2020 concert tour) before moving on to a truly random mix of film reviews: the lame Netflix rom-com "Love Wedding Repeat," the horror satire (we think) "We Summon the Darkness," Shea Whigham vs. Michael Shannon in "The Quarry," the romantic drama "Endings, Beginnings" (which Matt accurately describes as Mumbledore "Reality Bites"), and the Irish thriller "Sea Fever." And over at our Patreon , we dig into the first three episodes of the excellent Hulu series "Mrs. America" as well as recap the latest on HBO's "Westworld" and "The Plot Against America." Hope you're all staying safe and well, and thanks for staying with us.

Apr 11, 2020

We've got plenty of options to keep you occupied while you're stuck inside on this week's Breakfast All Day. Alonso, Matt and Christy begin as always with our weekly Coronavirus update, discussing how the disease is impacting the industry as well as good things like concerts you can enjoy remotely. We also have a ton of reviews for you: the sequel "Trolls World Tour," the lovely Netflix drama "Tigertail," the terrible Netflix comedy "Coffee & Kareem," Ken Loach's latest, the searing "Sorry We Missed You," and a couple of Disneynature documentaries you can watch on Disney+: "Dolphin Reef" and "Elephant." And over at our Patreon , we recap the latest episodes of "Westworld" and "The Plot Against America" on HBO. No crying this week, we promise! Hope you're doing well and thanks as always for spending time with us.

Apr 4, 2020

It's an emotional week on Breakfast All Day as the coronavirus continues to impact all of our lives and the world around us. Christy, Matt and Alonso provide you with our weekly update and even get a little teary-eyed (at least Christy does, talking about her former AP colleague Nick Jesdanun, a marathon runner and lovely guy who died from the virus this week at age 51). But we are a movie podcast first and foremost, so we also bring you reviews of the excellent "Never Rarely Sometimes Always," the documentary "Crip Camp" and the drama "Uncorked," all of which are available through streaming. And over at our Patreon , we discuss episodes 4-7 of "Tiger King" on Netflix, where things take a dark turn, plus recap the latest on HBO's "Westworld" and "The Plot Against America." We're so grateful to you all for sticking with us and hope we can brighten your day a bit. Thanks and stay safe.

Mar 28, 2020

There are so many movies to watch during these strange days when we're all stuck at home, so hopefully we can bring you a little guidance this week on Breakfast All Day. Matt, Alonso and Christy review the comedy "Banana Split" (from director Ben Kasulke, an A La Carte alum ), the WWII drama "Resistance," Hulu's "Big Time Adolescence" starring Pete Davidson and the Brazilian thriller "Bacurau." All are streaming. Plus! We go back and revisit "Dirty Dancing," which for some reason Matt had never seen. And over at our Patreon , we discuss the first three episodes of the insane Netflix series "Tiger King," as well as the latest episodes of HBO's "Westworld" and "The Plot Against America." We've had the time of our lives, and we owe it all to you.

Mar 20, 2020

Podcasting in the time of coronavirus is a challenge, but we're insistent on sticking together and making it work on Breakfast All Day. Alonso, Matt and Christy begin — as we probably will for weeks to come — with an update on how the pandemic is impacting the entertainment industry, including the many ways celebrities are using their talents for good from afar. We also review movies you can watch from home through streaming services: the chilling and meticulously crafted thriller "Swallow," and the quirky genre mashup "Blow the Man Down." Both are available through Amazon Prime. And over at our Patreon , we discuss the extremely appropriate movie our subscribers chose for us to review — Steven Soderbergh's "Contagion" — and we recap the first episodes of "The Plot Against America" and the new season of "Westworld," both on HBO. Apologies in advance for the spotty audio quality — we recorded this on Skype, and we're still trying to figure it out. Stay safe, and thanks for staying with us.

Mar 13, 2020

We're giving you all a virtual hug while still maintaining proper social distancing on this week's Breakfast All Day. Matt and Christy spend a big chunk of the latest episode discussing the impact of the coronavirus on the entertainment industry in general and our lives specifically. But because we are indeed a film review podcast, we play catch-up with Pixar's "Onward" from last week, and we discuss the supposedly controversial satire "The Hunt," which was delayed several months from its original opening date. And over at our Patreon , we recap the final two episodes of both "The Outsider" and "McMillions" on HBO. We hope this all helps you somewhat, or at least provides a bit of a distraction or a pick-me-up during these scary, stressful times. Stay indoors, stay safe and thanks for staying with us.

Mar 9, 2020

We've never had a production designer on Breakfast All Day A La Carte, so it was a blast chatting with Jake Tremblay (not to be confused with the kid from "Room" ). Jake has worked on several commercials and music videos and is now moving into feature films. He talks about growing up with a devoutly Roman Catholic family in small-town New Hampshire; being homeschooled by his mom until eighth grade, where he was constantly drawing, painting and building, skills he uses all the time now; getting into theater in high school and college at University of New Hampshire, where he also came out; and starting his career as an actor and model in New York before landing in Los Angeles. And of course, he discusses what goes into being a production designer — it's not just building sets and gathering props but also managing continuity, keeping track of budgeting and making sure the cast and crew are safe in the environments he creates. Christy loves learning about the nuts and bolts of filmmaking, so this was a truly fascinating conversation. Hope you enjoy, too.

Mar 2, 2020

Documentary filmmaker Janice Engel is the director and producer of "Raise Hell: The Life and Times of Molly Ivins." She's a really cool woman who made a movie about a really cool woman, and Christy was so happy to chat with her for the latest A La Carte. Janice talks about growing up in Massapequa on Long Island, New York, where her father fostered her early love of classic movies; how curiosity was a driving force from a young age; studying film at USC, then marrying her interests in journalism and filmmaking by directing and editing music documentaries; her fascination with subcultures, including the Miss America pageant and bodybuilders; and how humbling it is when people let her into their lives to tell their stories. She also discusses her work as a showrunner on the TV series "Addicted," and, of course, the Molly Ivins doc, which is available through streaming. Janice has had so many fascinating experiences and she shares great insights. Listen and enjoy.

Feb 27, 2020

We can feel you watching us — or at least listening to us — on Breakfast All Day. This week, Christy, Alonso and Matt review the surprisingly excellent "The Invisible Man" and we play a bunch of catch up with "Sonic the Hedgehog," "Call of the Wild," "Emma." and "Seberg." And for our Patreon subscribers , we recap this week's episodes of "The Outsider" and "McMillions" on HBO, plus we have our latest Off the Menu review of Spike Lee's "Summer of Sam," which our lovely subscribers chose for us. Join us … if you dare.

Feb 24, 2020

Indie film producer Jeff Culotta has had a truly singular path, which ranges from Lawrence Welk to Richard Kelly to Bobcat Goldthwait, and we get to all of it on this week's A La Carte. Jeff discusses growing up in Abilene, Texas, and rebelling against his Air Force colonel father; moving to Austin, where the South by Southwest festival became a huge influence on the path he'd follow; then moving to Los Angeles to pursue a career in music and hooking up with Kelly on "Southland Tales," which he describes as his film school. He talks about wearing many hats as a producer on movies including "World's Greatest Dad," "Bad Words" and the Jimi Hendrix biopic "Jimi: All Is By My Side," as well as the challenges and opportunities of streaming and whether we should take our kids to R-rated movies. (The answer: Maybe …?) I love talking movies with Jeff so this was a blast. Listen and enjoy.

Feb 20, 2020

It's a short but semi-sweet week on Breakfast All Day. Christy's out sick so it's just Alonso and Matt, slogging their way through a catch-up review of the terrible film version of "Fantasy Island." On the bright side, though, we also chat about the delightful sequel "A Shaun the Sheep Movie: Farmageddon," which you can enjoy right now on Netflix. And over at our Patreon , we discuss the latest episodes of "The Outsider" and "McMillions," both of which you can (and should) watch on HBO. Thanks for sticking with us and we'll be back with lots more next week.

Feb 17, 2020

Morgan Patterson is a longtime location manager who has worked on such varied films as "Top Gun: Maverick," "Ford v Ferrari," "Iron Man 3," "The Nice Guys" and "Death at a Funeral." He talks all about the juggling his job requires on the latest A La Carte conversation. Morgan discusses growing up in Westchester County north of New York City with parents who were immigrants from South Africa, beginning his career getting hands-on experience doing editing and post-production, starting as a location manager in the Catskills on the 2006 drama "Stephanie Daley" and beginning work in Los Angeles on "Drillbit Taylor." Morgan describes how he scouts based on what's in the script, what goes into modifying a location to make the space work for a shoot and then returning it to its original state, and coordinating with various departments on their needs. And of course I had to ask him about working with Tom Cruise on the upcoming "Top Gun" sequel. His best advice: Knowing how to talk to people is half the job. This was a really interesting one, especially if you're curious about the nuts and bolts of filmmaking. Enjoy.

Feb 13, 2020

Love is in the air this Valentine's Day weekend, and we're all swooning for the romantic drama "The Photograph" on Breakfast All Day. Christy, Alonso and Matt also review "Downhill," the English-language remake of "Force Majeure," which is a huge disappointment; "To All the Boys: P.S. I Still Love You," the sequel to the charming Netflix hit "To All the Boys I've Loved Before"; and "Portrait of a Lady on Fire," one of the best films of 2019 which is now getting a wider theatrical release. And over at our Patreon , we recap episode six of "The Outsider" and we discuss the first two episodes of the six-part docu-series "McMillions," about the fraud surrounding the McDonald's Monopoly game, which is just nuts. (Both are on HBO if you'd like to watch along with us.) This year, for being our valentines, we give you the gift of podcasting. Enjoy.

Feb 10, 2020

Spectrum News 1 host Alex Cohen has lived a crazy life, from radio to roller derby and everything in between, and she talks about all of it on the latest A La Carte conversation. Alex discusses growing up in the hills of Los Angeles in the '70s surrounded by parents who taught transcendental meditation, filmmakers and musicians; attending fine arts boarding school with plans to become an actress, followed by stops at Brown University, Portland and Japan; and eventually ending up at NPR, including here in LA at KPCC, as a producer, reporter and anchor. Now, she's a morning show anchor and the host of "Inside the Issues" on Spectrum News 1 as well as a podcast of her own, "SoCal in 17." Christy has known Alex longer than anyone who's been on this podcast, but she had a blast discovering her all over again during this lively and wide-ranging conversation. Hope you enjoy, too.

Feb 8, 2020

Get your mallets out and take a swing with us this week on Breakfast All Day. Christy, Matt and Alonso review "Birds of Prey (And the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn)," which is a complete blast; "The Lodge," which is moody but perhaps not as effectively creepy as "Goodnight Mommy"; the Netflix documentary "Taylor Swift: Miss Americana," which we all enjoyed way more than we'd expected; and we catch up with "Tyler Perry's A Fall From Grace," which is ... a Tyler Perry movie. Of course, because it's Oscar weekend, we have some wishes and predictions. And over at our Patreon , we discuss the latest episode of HBO's "The Outsider," which keeps getting better. It's an honor just to be nominated, so thanks for listening.

Feb 3, 2020

Cinematographer Benjamin Kasulke has had a prolific career, with films including "Safety Not Guaranteed," "Your Sister's Sister," "Laggies" and "The Off Hours." So we had a ton to talk about on the latest A La Carte conversation. Ben discusses growing up in Saranac Lake in far upstate New York, the video store and the boarding school that shaped his early tastes, studying film at Ithaca College, beginning his career as a negative cutter in Seattle and connecting with directors Lynn Shelton and Guy Maddin, with whom he'd go on to work frequently. He also talks about the best advice he ever got, the challenges and opportunities in shooting low-budget movies and what the collaborative process is like with a director. And now Ben has made his own feature directing debut, the hilarious and sweet "Banana Split," coming out this spring. Listen and enjoy!

Jan 30, 2020

It's Super Bowl weekend, which is traditionally a pretty quiet time at the movies. The main one opening this week is the Blake Lively action thriller "The Rhythm Section," which Alonso, Matt and Christy review on the latest episode of Breakfast All Day. We also play catch-up with "The Two Popes" because we realized it was the main Oscar nominee we hadn't discussed yet (and you can watch it, as well, on Netflix). And over at our Patreon , we discuss the chilling latest episode of "The Outsider" on HBO. Whip up a batch of queso, invite some friends over and join us.

Jan 27, 2020

Vincent Grashaw is a talented and busy filmmaker who's currently in post-production on his third feature, "What Josiah Saw." So it was nice to have a chance to sit down with him for the first time in a while for this A La Carte conversation. Vince discusses growing up in the San Fernando Valley (including the Northridge earthquake), making his own movies and music videos with friends as a teenager, jumping right into the film world out of high school rather than going to college (and the crazy work he did to stay afloat during the lean years), learning who to trust in this business and how his work as a producer on the thrilling, micro-budget "Bellflower" put him on the map in 2011. And of course, he talks about directing his own features, "Coldwater" and "And Then I Go." Christy so admires Vince's vision and work ethic so it was a joy to pick his brain. Hope you find our discussion enlightening, too.

Jan 24, 2020

Stylish criminals and ghosts -- as well as a talking monkey who sounds an awful lot like David Lynch -- join us this week on Breakfast All Day. Matt, Alonso and Christy review Guy Ritchie's star-studded crime comedy "The Gentlemen" and the Gothic horror adaptation "The Turning." We also catch up with the haunting Senegalese drama "Atlantics" and a delightfully strange David Lynch short called "What Did Jack Do?" both of which you can watch right now on Netflix (and you should). Over at our Patreon , we recap the latest episode of the excellent HBO series "The Outsider" and we review the latest Off the Menu movie you've chosen for us, the original 1976 "Freaky Friday," which is available through Disney+. Thanks for slogging through January with us!

Jan 20, 2020

TV news anchor and reporter Courtney Friel has been sober for over a decade, and she's telling her story in a new book as well as here on Breakfast All Day A La Carte. Courtney discusses getting drunk for the first time at 15, beginning her cocaine use in college, finally going to rehab and how she stays sober, even through some of the hardest times of her life. She also discusses her career in television news which included several years at "Fox News Channel" (and we do talk about "Bombshell") and her work here at KTLA. Her new book, "Tonight at 10: Kicking Booze and Breaking News," chronicles her struggles with substance abuse and the current joys of her alcohol-free life. She also has a podcast of her own, "Keepin' It Friel: Conversations on Recovery," where she talks to her friends about their addiction and sobriety. Christy is so grateful to Courtney for sharing her story — hopefully, you'll find it beneficial, as well.

Jan 17, 2020

Robert Downey Jr. talks to the animals in "Dolittle" ... but should he? We're still trying to figure out what we just saw on the latest episode of Breakfast All Day. It's a truly strange film and a bit of a disaster, but not even in an interesting way like "Cats." We also discuss the re-teaming of Will Smith and Martin Lawrence in "Bad Boys for Life" (including a brief spoiler talk from 24:46 to 26:47), the gorgeous Japanese anime fantasy "Weathering With You" and "Les Miserables," the French drama that's up for an Oscar for best foreign language film. Along those lines, we also have some thoughts on this week's Academy Award nominations. And over at our Patreon , we discuss the first two episodes of the thrilling HBO series "The Outsider," and we chat about a few new trailers. It's our 100th episode! Christy, Matt and Alonso are so thankful to you for joining us.

Jan 13, 2020

Box office guru Paul Dergarabedian is incredibly knowledgable about film, of course, but also a variety of other topics as you'll hear in our wide-ranging Breakfast All Day A La Carte interview. Paul discusses growing up on the Palos Verdes Peninsula with an early love of music, fast cars and — of course — movies, with a rocket-scientist father who was a huge influence. He talks about studying at Cal State Long Beach and USC, getting his start in the business of tracking box office, working with the studios, how analysis has changed over the years and why certain movies are surprise hits or flops. And since Oscar nominations came out today, we discuss awards season and how being a contender or winning can give a movie a boost. We're all over the place on this one but it's a really great conversation. Hope you enjoy.

Jan 10, 2020

We are very much in January on Breakfast All Day with reviews of some mediocre-to-terrible films. But Matt, Alonso and Christy also find time to catch up with a couple of movies that came out at the tail end of last year that are worthwhile. We review "Underwater" — which is essentially "Alien" in the ocean — as well as the raunchy R-rated comedy "Like a Boss." We also discuss the death row drama "Just Mercy," which opens nationwide this week, and "Clemency," in which Alfre Woodard does some of her best work yet. Over at our Patreon , we chat about the state of awards season ahead of Monday's Oscar nominations, and we return to Trailer Talk with the latest "Harley Quinn" clip, "A Quiet Place Part II" and "The Woman in the Window." Thanks for diving in with us!

Jan 6, 2020

Robin Sax wears many hats, brilliantly and stylishly. She's a lawyer, author, media expert, mediator and clinical therapist, and she talks about all of those varied careers — and how she blends them together now to make a difference in the world — on the latest Breakfast All Day A La Carte. Robin discusses growing up in Los Angeles (she and Christy were born the same year in the same hospital), attending UC Santa Barbara and Pepperdine University law school, starting her career as a prosecutor in the LA County District Attorney's office, making the leap into work as a TV legal analyst and making the next leap in her 40s to get her master's degree in social work at USC (which includes traveling to China). Robin has melded all her expertise and experience in her new website, DearCoParent.com , where she helps couples communicate as they're divorcing and co-parenting. Robin is so thoughtful and inspiring, and Christy loved having this time with her. Listen and enjoy, and Happy New Year!

Jan 3, 2020

It's a brand new year! So Alonso and Christy are kicking off 2020 with a look back at the 10 best and worst movies of 2019. And since it's also the start of a new decade, we reflect on our favorite films of the 2010s as well as those that didn't quite work out so well. Many of them are so terrible, they absolutely must be experienced. And over at our Patreon , we discuss the state of awards season, including this weekend's Golden Globes and next weekend's LA Film Critics dinner. We're so happy to be starting a new year of Breakfast All Day with all of you. Raise a glass and join us!

Dec 30, 2019

Kevin Noel is the senior vice president of production for Sony Pictures Animation. But the story of how he reached that impressive level provides a helpful road map for folks trying to break into the industry on the latest Breakfast All Day A La Carte. Kevin discusses growing up skateboarding and making movies in sleepy Santa Barbara, studying film at San Francisco State University, his early work as an extra and at a talent agency, getting his start in animation and what it takes to produce a massive, computer-generated spectacle like the Oscar-winning "Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse." He also talks about two new animated series he's working on: "Agent King" for Netflix and the return of "The Boondocks" for HBO Max. Listen and enjoy — and Happy New Year!

Dec 28, 2019

We're so happy to be with you one last time before 2019 ends to bring you reviews of two of the year's best films (as well as a follow-up discussion on one of the worst). Alonso, Matt and Christy discuss Greta Gerwig's excellent adaptation of "Little Women" and Sam Mendes' harrowing World War I drama "1917." We also dip our paws back into the continuing saga of "Cats," a movie we'll talk about … now and forever. And over at our Patreon , we wrap up the season finales of "The Mandalorian," "His Dark Materials" and "The Morning Show." We also finally review the movie you guys chose for us, the animated "Klaus" on Netflix. Thanks so much to you all for sticking with us this year, and here's to an even better 2020!

Dec 23, 2019

We're so proud of April Wolfe , our former fellow film-critic-turned-screenwriter whose horror movie, "Black Christmas," is in theaters now. April talks with Christy and Alonso about growing up in conservative Grand Rapids, Michigan, her Catholic upbringing and the family bar where she worked, her early horror influences and how she got her start as a writer, the women's wrestling troupe she was in during college and the job-hopping she did before settling in LA to pursue a career in film. And of course she discusses her involvement in the remake of "Black Christmas," which she co-wrote with director Sophia Takal, about sorority sisters fighting the serial killer who's after them. Jump up and down and clap and sing with us! And thanks as always for listening.

Dec 20, 2019

It's a week of extravagant and insane spectacles on Breakfast All Day, and we are here for all of it. Alonso, Matt and Christy had way too much fun reviewing the truly bizarre, star-studded musical "Cats" as well as the movie we've all been waiting a lifetime to see, "Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker." We spend a lot of time on this one, since it's theoretically the end of the franchise (or at least this segment of the saga), including an in-depth spoiler discussion starting at the 58-minute mark, so only listen to that part once you've seen the film. In between, we catch up with "In Fabric," a deliciously dark and lurid thriller about a cursed dress. And over at our Patreon , we discuss the tremendous season finale of "Watchmen" and episodes 6 and 7 of "The Mandalorian." (We'll be back early next week to wrap up "The Morning Show" and "His Dark Materials" if you've been following along with our recaps of those shows, too.) Thanks for spending some time with us during the holidays!

Dec 16, 2019

Longtime "Extra" TV producer and music correspondent Adam Weissler has interviewed every musician and band imaginable. (He's chatting with Depeche Mode lead singer Dave Gahan in the photo above.) And he was nice enough to take time out of his busy schedule to discuss his career and his lifelong love of music on this week's Breakfast All Day A La Carte. Adam talks about growing up in the San Fernando Valley in the '80s, how he started his career in journalism at a young age attending concerts and contacting record labels to write about bands, navigating the world of celebrities and publicists and his early discovery of important artists including Fiona Apple, Katy Perry and Norah Jones. He shares lots of fun stories about interviews he's conducted over the years and we swap tales about our toughest interviews. Plus we do a sort of lightning round: first concert, best concert, who he's seen the most, the best place to see a show in Los Angeles and his favorite LA bands. This one was so fun — hope you enjoy.

Dec 14, 2019

Mid-December means family-friendly crowd pleasers and thought-provoking awards contenders, and we've got 'em all at Breakfast All Day. Alonso, Matt and Christy review the action sequel "Jumanji: The Next Level," the Fox News drama "Bombshell" and Clint Eastwood's "Richard Jewell," and we catch up with Trey Edward Shults' powerfully-acted "Waves." And over at our Patreon, we recap the latest episodes of "Watchmen" (which was stunning), "The Mandalorian," "The Morning Show" and "His Dark Materials." Also, if you're one of our Patreon subscribers, you can vote on the holiday movie you'd like to see us review. Grab a cup of eggnog and come hang out with us.

Dec 9, 2019

Christy's friend for this week's A La Carte interview, actress and writer Jacqueline Mazarella , has had a fascinating path toward her current career. Jackie talks about growing up in suburban New Jersey, studying international affairs at Johns Hopkins University and thinking she wanted to be a lawyer, then making the massive life switch to acting. She discusses getting her start in New York theater, shifting to television including her work as Ms. Morello on "Everybody Hates Chris" and film work including "Jersey Boys," and the thoroughly inappropriate web series she developed and stars in, "The Oversharer." Hope you enjoy listening as much as we enjoyed doing this.

Dec 5, 2019

The year is winding down but the movies just keep coming here at Breakfast All Day. Christy, Matt and Alonso review the gorgeous drama "Queen & Slim," the weird little sci-fi thriller "Little Joe" and "The Aeronauts," which stars Felicity Jones and Eddie Redmayne but sadly is not a prequel to "The Theory of Everything." And over at our Patreon , we discuss the latest episodes of "The Mandalorian," "Watchmen," "His Dark Materials" and "The Morning Show." Grab yourself a cup of hot cocoa on this wintry day and come hang out with us.

Dec 2, 2019

Filmmaker Adam Egypt Mortimer and Christy are all over the place on this enlightening and entertaining episode of Breakfast All Day A La Carte. Adam discusses growing up in Cambridge, Mass., seeing tragic films at a young age, his New York death metal band, the role of anxiety in his life and art, how he taught himself to make movies and his new horror film, the deeply creepy "Daniel Isn't Real," starring Miles Robbins and Patrick Schwarzenegger. It's in theaters and streamable starting Dec. 6, so go find it! Adam is incredibly smart and thoughtful in discussing the allure of horror and what drives him to tell stories. Listen and enjoy.

Nov 25, 2019

We couldn't possibly let you all head into the Thanksgiving holiday without talking about some of the season's big movies, so we recorded a special Monday episode of Breakfast All Day. Matt and Alonso visit Christy this time to catch up with the blockbuster Disney sequel "Frozen II" and the Mr. Rogers drama "A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood." But we also do an early review of the insane and intense "Uncut Gems" (opening Dec. 12), featuring Adam Sandler's greatest performance yet, and we touch briefly on the excellent "1917," which Alonso and Christy saw over the weekend and we'll have a longer review of closer to its Christmas opening. And over at our Patreon , we discuss the astounding new episode of "Watchmen" as well as the latest on "The Mandalorian" and "The Morning Show." Fill your plate and join us, and have a joyous and delicious holiday week.

Nov 25, 2019

Film has been a huge part of Kristopher Gee 's life from his earliest days, when he fell in love with "Fantasia" and "Star Wars" as a kid growing up in Vancouver. He's gone on to make it his career, working as a composer, editor and documentarian. Kris talks about getting his start as an extra on movies like "Shoot to Kill," early influences like Jim Henson (and the creepy puppet he'd bring to school) and how he composes film scores and creates sound design. His varied work ranges from helping write the music for the TV series "My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic" to collaborating with Oscar-winning "Bohemian Rhapsody" editor John Ottman. These days, he brings all those talents and experiences to his current job as a reporter for Spectrum News 1 . This A La Carte chat was a lot of fun — plus, he brought pastries! Listen and enjoy.

Nov 21, 2019

We're sharpening our witticisms and criticisms for this week's episode of Breakfast All Day. Christy, Alonso and Matt have an early review of Rian Johnson's star-studded whodunit "Knives Out," plus we discuss the well-intentioned but deadly dull environmental drama "Dark Waters" and "21 Bridges," a police thriller that doesn't make the most of Chadwick Boseman and Sienna Miller. And over at our Patreon , we recap the latest episodes of "The Morning Show," "Watchmen" and "His Dark Materials." Get out your magnifying glasses and search for clues with us.

Nov 18, 2019

The hilarious and innately gifted Lisa Arch is Christy's guest this week on Breakfast All Day A La Carte. Christy has known Lisa since she was 11 years old and has loved seeing her career as an actress and comedian flourish. They go back to their beginnings together in Woodland Hills, drama classes in junior high and high school, her inspirations and creative process in developing original characters and her work on films including "Legally Blonde" and TV shows like "MADtv," "Seinfeld" and "Curb Your Enthusiasm." Lisa is so quick on her feet and such a genuine blast to chat with, so this conversation was a lot of fun. Hope you enjoy, too.

Nov 16, 2019

Join us for a spin on this jam-packed week of Breakfast All Day. Matt and Christy review the thrilling racing drama "Ford v Ferrari," Elizabeth Banks' action comedy "Charlie's Angels," Shia LaBeouf's autobiographical and therapeutic "Honey Boy" and "The Report," a star-studded yet somber drama about the use of torture on terror suspects after 9/11. Matt and Alonso also play catch-up with the earnest, old-fashioned war picture "Midway." And over at our Patreon , we've got more television than you can shake a stick at: recaps of the first two episodes of "The Mandalorian" on Disney+ and the latest episodes of "Watchmen," "The Morning Show" and "His Dark Materials." Hop in and hang on.

Nov 11, 2019

The amazing Maggie Mackay, executive director of the Vidiots Foundation , is Christy's A La Carte guest this week. Maggie talks about growing up in the SoHo neighborhood of New York City in the '70s and '80s; the video store across the street that was her sanctuary and the place that planted the seeds for her career; getting her start in film at the Sundance Institute; and her longtime work with Film Independent as a programmer and Spirit Awards organizer. And of course, she talks about the new home of Vidiots in Eagle Rock, a movie theater/video store/community space that will be open next fall after nearly 35 years in Santa Monica. Maggie is petite and perky like Christy, so they had a blast chatting with each other. Hope you enjoy, too.

Nov 8, 2019

We'll give you our hearts this Christmas and every Christmas here at the Breakfast All Day Podcast. Alonso, Matt and Christy discuss the George Michael-inspired romantic comedy "Last Christmas," which fell shy of our high expectations; "Doctor Sleep," the hit-and-miss sequel to "The Shining"; and the devastating drama "Marriage Story." And over at our Patreon , our plates are full of new TV series. We talk about the first three episodes of "The Morning Show," the premiere of "His Dark Materials" and episode 3 of "Watchmen." Listen and enjoy.

Nov 4, 2019

Rick Adams — better known here in Southern California for his "Virtually Rick" segments on Spectrum News 1 — was a complete blast to chat with for this latest A La Carte episode. Rick talks about growing up in an idyllic town in England, playing music and beginning his career in radio, getting his start in television as a host on Nickelodeon in Britain (where he got slimed multiple times a day) and coming to the United States to expand his career. He also discusses the beginnings of the wildly creative stuff he does involving illustrations at The Weather Channel and the inspiration behind his "Virtually Rick" stories, in which he explains complicated topics — from baseball to wildfires to impeachment — by walking around his drawings and bringing them to life in the studio through virtual reality. Rick is so quick-witted and definitely kept Christy on her toes. Listen and enjoy.

Oct 31, 2019

We're not saying "Hasta la vista" just yet to the "Terminator" franchise. Christy, Alonso and Matt have a Breakfast All Day review of "Terminator: Dark Fate," as well as Martin Scorsese's gangster epic "The Irishman," which may just be his masterpiece. We also review the Harriet Tubman biopic "Harriet," a movie we wish had taken more chances. And over at our Patreon , we discuss episode 2 of HBO's "Watchmen," which we're loving. It's all treats and no tricks on this Halloween episode. Hope you enjoy.

Oct 28, 2019

"Grace and Frankie" writer and executive producer Michael Platt is Christy's A La Carte guest this week, and it was great chatting with him about his eclectic career. He discusses with great honesty his mother's mental illness, and how hours of television served as both a babysitter and an escape for him as a kid growing up in suburban New Jersey. This is also when he realized he was funny, which led to a career in stand-up comedy (with a brief detour following in his father's footsteps as a lawyer). Mike talks about the craft of joke-writing and delivery, writing on "The Howie Mandel Show" and traveling around opening for him, networking as a goalie on Jerry Bruckheimer's celebrity hockey team, his process with his writing partner, and working with Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin. Enjoy, and remember to tip your wait staff.

Oct 21, 2019

Longtime reporter, reality TV producer and Emmy winner Tanya McRae has lots of fun stories to tell on this week's Breakfast All Day A La Carte. Tanya talks about growing up in New York City with politically active parents who prepped her for what to do when they got arrested at protests; the challenges of being biracial and 6 feet tall at age 13 in Cambridge, Mass.; beginning her career in television at ABC News (she sent out 200 tapes and resumes — this was 1989!), her work as a producer and casting director on a wide variety of talk shows and reality shows (and the bad behavior she saw) including "Hideous Houses," "Tattoo Rescue: LA" and "I Got Married at Spring Break," and her brief time as an actress on series including "General Hospital." She also discusses the craziness of working at the tabloid TV show "Hard Copy" and her current gig at Spectrum News 1. Tanya is hilarious and thoughtful. Hope you enjoy.

Oct 18, 2019

Our plates are fuller than they have been lately for this week's episode of Breakfast All Day. Christy and Alonso visit Matt at his house for a change to discuss five new movies: the sequels "Maleficent: Mistress of Evil" and "Zombieland: Double Tap," the surefire awards contenders "Jojo Rabbit" and "The Lighthouse" and the Netflix "Breaking Bad" follow-up "El Camino." Over at our Patreon , we review the October movie our subscribers voted on for us, the Korean thriller "Train to Busan." We also recap this week's (disappointing) penultimate episode of "On Becoming a God in Central Florida" on Showtime. Grab a tiki mug full of something fruity and join us.

Oct 14, 2019

Thirty years after they graduated from high school together, screenwriter David T. Wagner and Christy reconnect for the latest A La Carte interview. They go back to the beginning in Woodland Hills, Calif., and how he lived what he calls "a double life" as a child actor, which included being the 1984 "Jr. Star Search" vocal champion and providing the voice of Linus in "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown." And of course, they discuss the many movies he's co-written, including "Van Wilder" (which put Ryan Reynolds on the map), "On the Line" with Lance Bass and Joey Fatone during peak 'N Sync, and "The Girl Next Door" with Emile Hirsch and Elisha Cuthbert. (David also has some fun reading Christy's reviews of his work back to her and making her squirm.) And they explore "Joker" director Todd Phillips' comments about how it's hard to make comedies in what he calls "woke culture." This was a really fun one — hope you enjoy.

Oct 10, 2019

You're not seeing things -- there really are multiple Will Smiths in Ang Lee's "Gemini Man," and we review all of them this week on Breakfast All Day. Christy, Alonso and Matt also talk about Bong Joon-ho's exquisite social satire "Parasite," which will probably end up being the best movie of the year. Speaking of international masters, we review Pedro Almodovar's intimate and personal "Pain & Glory." And we finish up with the documentary "Wrinkles the Clown," which is fascinating if a tad problematic. Over at our Patreon , we discuss episode 8 of "On Becoming a God in Central Florida," which is getting nutty in all the best ways. Join our downline and enjoy!

Oct 7, 2019

Filmmaker and fellow mom Jamielyn Lippman is Christy's Breakfast All Day A La Carte guest this week — and she's the rare friend outside the critic world who sees as much as Christy does. Jamielyn talks about growing up in a big, close family in suburban Santa Clarita north of Los Angeles, seeing films from a young age with her father, longtime professional baseball manager Tom Gamboa, and following her dad to various ballparks across the country with her siblings. She also discusses moving to Hollywood at 19 to be an actress (and getting her first big-screen credit in "Boogie Nights") and making the transition to directing her own movies, including the documentary "When the Bough Breaks," about postpartum depression, and the horror flick she just finished, "Killer Weekend." We also get extremely detailed about where we like to sit in the theater. This one was lots of fun, so listen and enjoy.

Oct 5, 2019

"Joker" is bound to provoke passionate, polarized responses from viewers, and it's definitely done so between the three of us here at Breakfast All Day. Christy, Matt and Alonso review Todd Phillips' dark and gritty comic villain origin story this week. We also talk about "Dolemite Is My Name," which is an absolute blast with a thrilling central performance from Eddie Murphy. And stick around because right afterward, we delve deep into "Joker" spoilers. You have been warned: Don't listen to this part until you've seen the movie! And over at our Patreon, we discuss episodes 5-7 of Showtime's "On Becoming a God in Central Florida" (we're all caught up at this point) as well as some new trailers. So put on a happy face and join us.

Sep 30, 2019

Nick Kirgo is one of the loveliest guys Christy knows and one of the most multitalented. He's a guitarist/singer-songwriter/producer-engineer. He's also a great friend of Christy and her family's, so she was thrilled to chat with him about how he does everything he does on the latest A La Carte episode. Nick talks about moving to Los Angeles from New York at age 6 with his family (including his father, writer and humorist George Kirgo), picking up a guitar at 13, his varied early influences (Jimi Hendrix, Neil Young, Velvet Underground, Aretha Franklin) and beginning his career, which included playing on TV scores with full orchestras in the late '70s and early '80s. Nick also discusses what it feels like to be on stage, turning off the voice of doubt in your head, performing with his adult kids who are also musicians and his main focus now, which is producing and engineering. Nick is so smart and a sweetheart of a guy, so listen and enjoy.

Sep 28, 2019

Forget your troubles, come on get happy with us here at the Breakfast All Day Podcast. Christy, Alonso and Matt have a review of the Judy Garland biopic "Judy," with a lead performance from Renee Zellweger that's every bit as terrific as you've heard. We also talk about the latest from DreamWorks Animation, the adorable "Abominable." And we play catch-up with "Rambo: Last Blood," because we sense that you guys were itching to hear what we think about it. Over at our Patreon , we discuss the first four episodes of the Kirsten Dunst drama "On Becoming a God in Central Florida," as well as some trailers and movie news: Spidey's back in the MCU! Swing on by and stick around a while.

Sep 23, 2019

Matt Sayles is a brilliant photographer with an inspired eye and a drive to depict his subjects in thought-provoking ways. We talk about his varied career, which includes shooting photos of every A-list star imaginable, on the latest Breakfast All Day A La Carte. Matt discusses growing up in Los Angeles, picking up a camera in high school and honing his talents in creative ways at Stanford University. He discusses some of the favorite famous faces he's shot including Adele, Chadwick Boseman and Michael B. Jordan. But recently he's also embarked on a couple of projects to shine a light on people who aren't represented enough in photographs: women of color with great curves and committed couples in artfully intimate moments. And Matt is branching out into directing, including the clip for country star Jana Kramer's "Beautiful Lies." He's so smart and thoughtful and has strong, eye-opening ideas about the importance of inclusion. You're really going to enjoy this one.

Sep 20, 2019

Cheerio! The "Downton Abbey" movie is here, and we've broken out our fanciest hats and finest teacups to celebrate at Breakfast All Day. Alonso and Christy review the big-screen version of the beloved TV series -- he's a huge fan, she'd never seen a single episode -- as well as Brad Pitt's sad-people-in-space movie, "Ad Astra." We also discuss a darkly funny indie crime thriller, "Villains." Over at our Patreon , we do our latest Off the Menu review of the 1975 cult classic "Smile" and talk about several new trailers including "Knives Out," which looks fantastic. And we delve into a topic we never thought we'd want to know anything about (and perhaps still don't): Thomas Middleditch's swinger lifestyle. We apologize in advance for the imperfect audio -- we're still learning after all this time. But we are so grateful to you guys for sticking with us! Hope you enjoy.

Sep 16, 2019

Bobbi Brown McRae is one of the coolest women Christy knows, and this was clear long before Christy learned that she'd played a Smurf in the Ice Capades. The longtime figure skater, coach, actress and all-around badass discusses her life and career in the latest Breakfast All Day A La Carte episode. Bobbi talks about growing up in Los Angeles in the '60s and '70s, why she loves to perform and how she fought nerves during competition, and the joy she gets from coaching both figure skaters and hockey players. We also take on some serious topics: what can be done to keep young athletes safe from both sexual assault and psychological anxiety in such a high-pressure sport, as well as the body image issues that are so prevalent. Over the past decade, she's forged a side career as an actress in commercials, and she trains actors how to skate for movies and TV. And because we are a film podcast, Bobbi talks about the figure skating movies that get the sport right. Lace 'em up and join us.

Sep 12, 2019

Don't be fooled by the rocks that we got. We're still Breakfast All Day from the block. And we were dazzled by Jennifer Lopez's electrifying performance in the true crime drama "Hustlers," although Christy and Alonso had differing levels of enthusiasm for the movie as a whole. We also review "The Goldfinch," the very self-serious film adaptation of the Pulitzer prize-winning novel, and the documentary "Raise Hell: The Life & Times of Molly Ivins," an entertaining and informative look at the trailblazing Texas political writer. And over at our Patreon , we've got some trailer nuggets for you. (We'll review "Smile," the Off the Menu movie you voted for us to watch, next week when Matt is back.) Come check us out on the main stage, and enjoy.

Sep 9, 2019

Independent film producer John Lang and Christy have lots of Texas connections in common, so they had a great time reminiscing in this sprawling Breakfast All Day A La Carte interview. John talks about growing up in suburban Dallas during peak '90s Cowboys, studying at the University of Texas where he learned from indie film guru John Pierson, and getting his start on film sets in Los Angeles. He also discusses what he looks for in a new project — his work includes Harry Dean Stanton's final film, "Lucky" — and how streaming has changed the quantity and quality of movies we consume. Lots of good stories and information here, so listen and enjoy.

Sep 6, 2019

Like the members of the Losers Club, we're all together again after being away from each for a little while on Breakfast All Day. Alonso , Christy and Matt review the thrilling, sprawling horror sequel "It Chapter Two" and the Korean-American indie drama "Ms. Purple," and we play catch-up with "The Peanut Butter Falcon," since at least a couple of us had seen it and so many of you expressed interest in it. (Thanks for the Instagram feedback!) And over at our Patreon , we discuss several new trailers including "Waves" and "Black Christmas," and Alonso tells us about his time at the Venice Film Festival. Float on over and stay a while.

Sep 2, 2019

Dan Shaughnessy is a legendary sportswriter, author and a member of the Baseball Hall of Fame. He's also a really old friend of Christy's, someone she and her family stay with whenever they're in Boston, which they did recently. This time, she also had the pleasure of sitting down with him for a Breakfast All Day A La Carte conversation about his lengthy and storied career. Dan talks about growing up a huge sports fan in small-town Groton, Mass., getting his start in sportswriting, and covering iconic teams for The Boston Globe like the Celtics in the '80s and the Red Sox through their many heartaches and triumphs. After all, he is the author of "The Curse of the Bambino." But Dan also loves movies, so we discuss his favorite baseball films and the ones that really get Boston right (including that tricky accent). This was so much fun, so please enjoy this on-location episode.

Aug 29, 2019

Summer is over but we're here to provide a ray of sunshine with the Breakfast All Day Podcast. This week, it's just Christy and Matt — Alonso is away covering the Venice Film Festival — and Matt was nice enough to drive down to see Christy and play catch-up with some recent movies. We discuss the Gerard Butler action thriller "Angel Has Fallen," which was No. 1 at the box office last weekend; the charmingly raunchy coming-of-age comedy "Good Boys"; the indie "Brittany Runs a Marathon,"which resonated with both of us in myriad ways; and a new movie this week, "The Fanatic," starring John Travolta as an obsessed celebrity stalker. It is legitimately the worst movie of the year, yet it truly must be experienced. And over at our Patreon, we discuss a bunch of new trailers including "Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker" and "Joker." Come share the long Labor Day weekend with us.

Aug 26, 2019

Julian Higgins is a wise, talented filmmaker beyond his years. He's also a newly minted Academy member, so now he gets to use his great taste for the greater good. He and Christy talk about growing up among academics in New Hampshire, the movies he made as a kid, studying at the American Film Institute in Los Angeles and his excellent 2015 short "Winter Light," which landed on the Oscar shortlist for best live-action short. Julian also teaches film at Emerson College, so he has lots of good advice for others who aspire to make movies. Hope you enjoy this very informative Breakfast All Day A La Carte interview.

Aug 19, 2019

Jennie Morris is one of Christy's absolute best friends in the world, someone she's known since they were 6 years old. But Christy had the pleasure of discovering her all over again in this Breakfast All Day A La Carte conversation. Jennie is a longtime TV executive who currently has a key role in launching WarnerMedia's new streaming service HBO Max. But we go back to the beginning, talking about growing up in LA in the '70s and '80s and the TV shows that shaped her, traveling to Russia just after the fall of the Soviet Union and her lengthy career in television which has included stops at Showtime, the Sundance Channel and Pivot. It was so nice spending some extra time with this brilliant, busy lady. Hope you enjoy this conversation, too.

Aug 16, 2019

Christy's on vacation, and Matt and Alonso got their schedules so totally out of whack that the only new movie they've both seen is the horrifyingly funny hide-and-seek comedy READY OR NOT. And whether you're ready or not, here we come with our review. And if you join us at Patreon , you can hear us discuss new trailers like LITTLE WOMEN, PARASITE and LAST CHRISTMAS.

Aug 12, 2019

James Boyd is a guru of low-budget, do-it-yourself filmmaking. He's also an old friend of Christy's who shares a love of movies, so it was great to reconnect after nearly 30 years for this Breakfast All Day A La Carte conversation. Jim discusses his early interest in film growing up in Texas, moving out to Los Angeles to pursue his dreams of working in the industry and launching the all-digital Nodance Film Festival, which he ran for many years, to boost aspiring filmmakers during Sundance. He talks about the work he does through his production company, 6161 Entertainment, and how he has found a way to keep surviving and thriving and embracing technology as it continually changes. Lots of helpful tips in this one, so take a listen and enjoy.

Aug 10, 2019

The dog days of summer are definitely here at the Breakfast All Day Podcast. Alonso, Matt and Christy have a mixed bag of movies this week, from the wildly terrible crime drama "The Kitchen" to the mawkish and cloying "The Art of Racing in the Rain" to the family comedy "Dora and the Lost City of Gold," which is a lot more fun than you'd probably expect from a live-action "Dora the Explorer" movie. And over at our Patreon , Christy and Alonso discuss the penultimate episode of "The Handmaid's Tale" season three. Grab a cold drink, have a seat and join us.

Aug 5, 2019

Screenwriter and Emerson College professor Weiko Lin joins Christy this week for a wide-ranging, high-energy Breakfast All Day A La Carte conversation. Weiko talks about emigrating to the United States from Taiwan with his mom and siblings when he was 8, the early influence of '80s pop culture and the power of seeing people who looked like him in Ang Lee's "The Wedding Banquet." He discusses his writing process, where he likes to write and how he works through writer's block. We also explore his writing for the Chinese market, what the moviegoing experience is like there and recent hits like "Crazy Rich Asians." And if you're thinking of becoming a writer yourself, Weiko's new book "Crazy Screenwriting Secrets" provides some guidance by encouraging people to be fearless in their storytelling approach. Plus, he's just a lovely, genuine guy in general, so please enjoy.

Aug 3, 2019