I Hate Critics Movie Review Podcast

Batman Forever 1995 Directed by Joel Schumacher Written by Lee Batchler, Akiva Goldsman Starring Val Kilmer, Jim Carrey, Tommy Lee Jones, Nicole Kidman Batman (Val Kilmer) faces off against two foes: the schizophrenic, horribly scarred former District Attorney Harvey Dent, aka Two-Face (Tommy Lee Jones), and the Riddler (Jim Carrey), a disgruntled ex-Wayne Enterprises inventor seeking revenge against his former employer by unleashing his brain-sucking weapon on Gotham City's residents. As the caped crusader also deals with tortured memories of his parents' murder, he has a new romance, with psychologist Chase Meridian (Nicole Kidman).

This week on the I Hate Critics Movie Review Podcast, we dive into a wide range of cinematic experiences—from post-apocalyptic horror to action-comedy chaos to heartfelt animated sci-fi. Whether you’re here for the zombies, the laughs, or the feels, we’ve got something for everyone. 🎬 28 Years Later The long-awaited sequel to Danny Boyle’s iconic zombie saga is finally here. Picking up nearly three decades after the outbreak began, 28 Years Later explores a decimated world where survival is no longer just about staying alive—it's about finding meaning in the ruins. Can the franchise recapture the bleak brilliance of the original? We discuss. 💥 Bride Hard Yes, it’s exactly what it sounds like—an action-comedy hybrid where a bride goes full John McClane to save her wedding day. It’s loud, it’s absurd, and it might just be one of the wildest rom-com premises ever made. Is it a guilty pleasure, or just guilty of trying too hard? We break it down. 🚀 Elio Pixar returns with Elio, a coming-of-age sci-fi story about a boy mistakenly abducted by aliens and declared the ambassador of Earth. It’s heartwarming, imaginative, and packed with that Pixar charm—but does it stand with the studio’s best? Tune in to hear our thoughts. Follow Us: * Website: I Hate Critics [http://www.ihatecritics.com] * Facebook: Everyone is a Critic Podcast [https://www.facebook.com/EveryoneisaCriticPodcast] * Twitter/X: @criticspod [https://twitter.com/criticspod] * Instagram: @criticspod [https://www.instagram.com/criticspod/] * Patreon: Support Us [https://patreon.com/criticspod] * Merch: TeePublic Store [https://www.teepublic.com/user/criticspod?utm_source=designer&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=reAEYmh6vUY] * YouTube: Watch Us [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnFNiCSoEAfk7Y3C8sfoTRw/videos] 🎨 Check out Jeff Lassiter’s art at jefflassiter.com [https://jefflassiter.com/home.html] 📝 Read Sean’s reviews at Sean at the Movies [https://seanatthemovies.blogspot.com/?fbclid=IwAR2JISOf6B0anoWaKj1Lipb6cptYzKeIBEGxmQBeXIXB2LEYbcbvLhs8OjU] Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you listen!

This week on the I Hate Critics Movie Review Podcast: Sean and Jeff kick things off by gleefully roasting the trailer for the upcoming I Know What You Did Last Summer sequel—which looks more like a parody than a follow-up. From there, they split on one of the more polarizing new releases before coming together for an emotional deep-dive into one of the year's best films. Materialists Directed by Celine Song Starring Dakota Johnson, Chris Evans, Pedro Pascal A high-end New York City matchmaker finds herself caught between a lucrative life with the “perfect” client and unresolved feelings for her flawed, but compelling, ex. One of our hosts appreciated the charm, the other… not so much. The Life of Chuck Directed by Mike Flanagan Starring Tom Hiddleston, Karen Gillan, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Mark Hamill, Mia Sara, and Carl Lumbly Flanagan dials back the horror to deliver a deeply personal, existential love letter to life and memory. Based on a Stephen King short story, The Life of Chuck is haunting, beautiful, and profoundly moving. Both Sean and Jeff were all in on this one. Classic Review: A Good Marriage We didn’t linger too long on this 2014 thriller based on another Stephen King short story. Following the emotional resonance of The Life of Chuck, returning to a run-of-the-mill King adaptation just didn’t quite hit. 🎧 Follow & Support Us: * Website: I Hate Critics [http://www.ihatecritics.com] * Facebook: Everyone is a Critic Podcast [https://www.facebook.com/EveryoneisaCriticPodcast] * Twitter/X: @criticspod [https://twitter.com/criticspod] * Instagram: @criticspod [https://www.instagram.com/criticspod/] * Patreon: Support Us on Patreon [https://patreon.com/criticspod] * Merch: TeePublic Store [https://www.teepublic.com/user/criticspod?utm_source=designer&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=reAEYmh6vUY] * YouTube: Watch the Podcast [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnFNiCSoEAfk7Y3C8sfoTRw/videos] 🎨 Check out Jeff's artwork at Jeff Lassiter Art [https://jefflassiter.com/home.html] ✍️ Read Sean’s reviews at Sean at the Movies [https://seanatthemovies.blogspot.com/] If you like what you hear, don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

Sean and Jeff sit down and do a commentary track for Friday the 14th Part 4: The Final Chapter

This week on the I Hate Critics Movie Review Podcast, we cover a wild mix of genres—stylish revenge thrillers, quirky capers, shark horror, supernatural suspense, and a cult classic thriller. Ballerina Directed by Len Wiseman Starring Ana de Armas, Keanu Reeves Set in the John Wick universe, Ballerina follows Eve Macarro, trained by the deadly Ruska Roma, as she unleashes her skills on an army of assassins in her quest to avenge her father's murder. The Phoenician Scheme Directed by Wes Anderson Starring Benicio Del Toro, Mia Threapleton In classic Anderson fashion, this film delivers a visually whimsical and tonally oddball tale of inheritance, danger, and absurdity as a nun becomes the unlikely heir to a business empire under siege from international foes. Dangerous Animals Directed by Sean Byrne Starring Hassie Harrison A sun-soaked nightmare with blood in the water. A surfer named Zephyr is held captive by a shark-worshiping serial killer aboard his boat, racing to escape before becoming bait in a gruesome ritual. Bring Her Back Directed by Michael and Danny Philippou Starring Sally Hawkins, Billy Barratt, Sora Wong From the creators of Talk to Me comes another chilling descent into supernatural terror. A foster home hides sinister secrets when two siblings witness a horrifying ritual that puts their souls—and sanity—at risk. Classic Review: Mute Witness (1995) Directed by Anthony Waller Starring Marina Zudina, Faye Ripley This criminally underrated ‘90s thriller follows a mute makeup artist who accidentally stumbles upon a snuff film being made in a Russian studio. What follows is a tense and terrifying game of survival against the Russian mafia. 🎧 Whether you’re in the mood for high-octane action, art house eccentricity, or brutal horror, this episode has something for every film fan. Follow Us Online: * 🌐 Website: I Hate Critics [http://www.ihatecritics.com] * 👍 Facebook: Everyone is a Critic Podcast [https://www.facebook.com/EveryoneisaCriticPodcast] * 🐦 Twitter/X: @criticspod [https://twitter.com/criticspod] * 📸 Instagram: @criticspod [https://www.instagram.com/criticspod/] * 💵 Support us on Patreon: Patreon [https://patreon.com/criticspod] * 👕 Merch: TeePublic Store [https://www.teepublic.com/user/criticspod?utm_source=designer&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=reAEYmh6vUY] * ▶️ YouTube: Watch Us [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnFNiCSoEAfk7Y3C8sfoTRw/videos] 🎨 Check out Jeff's artwork: Jeff Lassiter Art [https://jefflassiter.com/home.html] 📝 Read Sean's film reviews: Sean at the Movies [https://seanatthemovies.blogspot.com/] 💬 Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe on your favorite podcast platform!