Welcome to Ben and Bran See a Movie, where this week Host Ben Friedman breaks down A24's impressive rise in Hollywood in anticipation of their newest release, "Men." Ben discusses the traits and sensibilities that make up an A24 film, the actors the studio works with, and a seemingly increased push to elevate diverse filmmakers voices. Then, to cap off the show Ben discusses his 10 favorite A24 films, and the 10 actors he would like to see star in an A24 production.

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It is finally here! Dr. Strange in the Multiverse of Madness is finally upon us, and wow is there a lot to say, and this time I can share spoilers! But wow oh wow, this movie feels like a comic book come to life, for better or for worst. The film stars Benedict Cumberbatch, Elizabeth Olsen, Xochitl Gomez, Rachel McAdams, and Benedict Wong. Dr. Strange in the Multiverse of Madness is directed by Sam raimi (The Evil Dead franchise and Tobey Maguire's Spider-Man Trilogy). The sequel to Dr. Strange is the 28th installment within the MCU.

Today Ben Friedman and Tony Montieth discuss the action packed sequel, and what worked and what didn't, so join us as we descend into the unknown!

Welcome to the final episode of The Wild Wild Wes, where Ben Friedman and Jalaal Ahmad break down everything Wes Anderson. This week we covered Wes' 2021 Journalism Anthology film, 'The French Dispatch of the Liberty, Kansas Evening San.' The film follows a newspaper publishing their final issue. Broken into 4 anthology stories: "The Cycling Reporter," "The Concrete Masterpiece," "Revisions to a Manifesto," and "The Private Dining Room of a Police Commissioner. 'The French Dispatch' stars Bill Murray, Owen Wilson, Benicio del Toro, Adrien Brody, Tilda Swinton, Lea Seydoux, Henry Winkler, Frances McDormand, Timothee Chalamet, Christoph Waltz, Jeffrey Wright, Liev Schreiber, Stephen Park, Edward Norton, Tony Revolori, and Saoirse Ronan.   

So join Jalaal and Ben as they discuss this very unique film within Anderson's filmography, and see if they agreed with all of the choices made by Anderson (Just a hint, we did not). This week they dive into anthology storytelling and its strengths and weaknesses, stereotypes of female journalists, Chalamet in a bath tub, and the state of Journalism within the 21st century. Also, we announce who was crowned "The Best Wes Anderson character" as well as the winners of The Wild Wild Wes tournament. Thank you to all those who participated! 

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This week on the show we are talking Wes Anderson's most critically acclaimed film, "The Grand Budapest Hotel." So join Jalaal Ahmad and Ben Friedman as they dive into the world of all things Wes Anderson

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Ben Friedman is joined by Jeff Sneider, Editor for Below the Line and Reporter for The Ankler to discuss Wes Anderson's film 'Moonrise Kingdom.' The film stars Bruce Willis, Edward Norton, Bill Murray, Frances McDormand, Bob Balaban, Jared Gilman, and Kara Hayward.  

Be sure to follow Jeff Sneider's work at The Ankler, Below The Line, and LA Magazine. Jeff can be found on twitter: @TheInSneider. And be sure to check out Jeff's website: http://theinsneider.blogspot.com 

The Ankler: https://theankler.com

Below The Line: https://www.btlnews.com/awards/oscars-dune-wins-six-awards/

LA Magazine: https://www.lamag.com/culturefiles/morbius-review-jared-letos-vampire-superhero-movie-lacks-bite-and-is-curiously-bloodless/ 

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Ben Friedman and Jalaal Ahmad recap the first animated feature in Wes Anderson's filmography, 2009's "Fantastic Mr. Fox." So join Ben and Jalaal as they deal with the eccentricities of a stop motion film that bombed at the box office, but ended up finding its audience, due to word of mouth that cumulated in an Oscar nomination for "Best Animated Feature." 

"Fantastic Mr. Fox" follows, The Fox family who finds themselves in survival mode due to the retaliation of 3 mean farmers. "Fantastic Mr. Fox" stars George Clooney, Meryl Streep, Jason Schwartzman, Bill Murray, Willem Dafoe, Michael Gambon, Owen Wilson, and Wallace Wolodarsky. The film is directed by Wes Anderson and written by Wes Anderson and "Marriage Story's" Noah Baumbach. Based on the 1970 children's novel by British author Roald Dahl.

Episode 6 of 11 of the series: Wild Wild Wes, where we break down all things Wes Anderson's filmography.

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This week on our show, Jalaal and Ben break down Wes Anderson's most critically maligned film, The Darjeeling Limited. Yet, does it deserve the hate and bad reputation it has received this past decade? The film tells the story of 3 brothers who reconnect in India on a search to find their mother. The film stars Owen Wilson, Jason Schwartzman, and Adrien Brody.

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The 94th Academy Awards will air March 27, 2022 on ABC. And who will be the big winners? Can Dune Win best Picture? Is Jessica Chastain the front runner? Will Power of the Dog win a single award? Hear my predictions now!  🔵 For more of Ben’s Movie Reviews check out Into the Beniverse: https://intothebeniverse.com   🔴 See More of Ben’s Videos: https://youtube.com/channel/UCFrKfnbJtkchQ4gPfcOdTxw  🔵 Tune into Ben and Bran See a Movie every Friday at 9am: Apple:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ben-bran-see-a-movie/id1553597949 Google: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy80YjA4NDllMC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0XsXRUvqx3tXV8uISu2UCP?si=CXrhLVSQQUSdcC6j9-i8-Q Anchor: https://anchor.fm/bbsam/episodes/Trick-R-Treat---BBSAM-e19aoq8   🔴 Follow Ben on Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/the_beniverse  🔵 Follow Ben on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.beniverse/   CONTACT  [email protected]

Welcome back to our 4th installment of The Wild Wild Wes, where we talk all things Wes Anderson. This week Jalaal and Ben discuss Wes' first real flop, with The Life Aquatic. This was a film that cost nearly 50 million to make and only grossed about 35 million. Yet, Wes Anderson fans are fervor in their love for this movie. So, let us dive in and discuss what makes The Life Aquatic so unique.