On this episode we remember a pair of lesser-known stars who passed away. Sean gives an update on Movies of the 80s. New Movie The Bride Directed by Maggie Gyllenhaal Written by Maggie Gyllenhaal Starring Jessie Buckley and Christian Bale In 1930s Chicago, groundbreaking scientist Dr. Euphronious brings a murdered young woman back to life to be a companion for Frankenstein's monster. What happens next is beyond what either of them could ever have imagined. Classic The Bride of Frankenstein Directed by James Whale Starring Boris Karloff and Elsa Lanchester After recovering from injuries sustained in the mob attack upon himself and his creation, Dr. Frankenstein (Colin Clive) falls under the control of his former mentor, Dr. Pretorius (Ernest Thesiger), who insists the now-chastened doctor resume his experiments in creating new life. Meanwhile, the Monster (Boris Karloff) remains on the run from those who wish to destroy him without understanding that his intentions are generally good despite his lack of socialization and self-control. Stick around for our Oscar Breakdown;

The Late Shift Directed by Betty Thomas Starring John Michael Higgins, Kathy Bates, and Daniel Roebuck Actual A.I description of The Late Shift on Google: David Letterman (Daniel Roebuck) vies with Jay Leno (Kathy Bates) and his manager (John Michael Higgins) to succeed Johnny Carson, retiring from "The Tonight Show."

Scream Directed by Wes Craven Starring Neve Campbell, Courtney Cox, Matthew Lillard, Skeet Ulrich Wes Craven re-invented and revitalised the slasher-horror genre with this modern horror classic, which manages to be funny, clever and scary, as a fright-masked knife maniac stalks high-school students in middle-class suburbia. Craven is happy to provide both tension and self-parody as the body count mounts - but the victims aren't always the ones you'd expect. Scream 2 Wes Craven Starring Neve Campbell, Courtney Cox, David Arquette Sydney (Neve Campbell) and tabloid reporter Gale Weathers (Courteney Cox) survived the events of the first Scream, but their nightmare isn't over. When two college students are murdered at a sneak preview of Stab, a movie based on the events from the first film, it's clear a copycat killer is on the loose. Sydney and Gail, as well as fellow survivors Deputy Dewey (David Arquette) and Randy (Jamie Kennedy) have to find out who is behind this new murder spree, before they all end up dead. Scream 3 Directed by Wes Craven Starring Neve Campbell, Courtney Cox, David Arquette The last instalment in the 'Scream' trilogy is set in Hollywood, where 'Stab 3' is being shot, with Gale Weathers and Dwight Riley on set as advisors to Jennifer Jolie. Unfortunately, a killer decides to off the cast in the order of the screenplay and only 'Sid' Prescott, now in hiding until the killer tracks her down, can solve the riddle. Scream 4 Directed by Wes Craven Starring Emma Roberts, Hayden Panettiere, Courtney Cox, Neve Campbell

It has been many years since the Ghostface Killer cut a deadly path through the town of Woodsboro. In order to get over the trauma of those horrific events, Sidney Prescott (Neve Campbell) has written a self-help book. She returns to Woodsboro for her book tour, and reconnects with old friends Gale Weathers (Courteney Cox) and Sheriff Dewey (David Arquette). However, Sidney's arrival also sparks the return of Ghostface, putting Sidney and everyone she loves in danger. Scream 5 Directed by Tyler Gillett, Matt Bettinelli Olpin Starring Jenna Ortega, Melissa Barrara, Jack Quaid, Mikey Madison, Neve Campbell Twenty-five years after a streak of brutal murders shocked the quiet town of Woodsboro, Calif., a new killer dons the Ghostface mask and begins targeting a group of teenagers to resurrect secrets from the town's deadly past. Scream 6 Directed by Tyler Gillett and Matt Bettinelli Olpin Starring Jenna Ortega, Melissa Barrara, Mason Gooding, Courtney Cox Four survivors of the Ghostface murders leave Woodsboro behind for a fresh start in New York City. However, they soon find themselves in a fight for their lives when a new killer embarks on a bloody rampage. Scream 7 Directed by Kevin Williamson Starring Neve Campbell, Courtney Cox, Joel McHale When a new Ghostface killer emerges in the quiet town where Sidney has built a new life, her darkest fears are realized as her daughter becomes the next target. Determined to protect her family, she must face the horrors of her past to put an end to the bloodshed once and for all.

Happy Gilmore Directed by Dennis Dugan Starring Adam Sandler, Julie Bowen and Christopher MacDonald When Happy Gilmore can't make it in hockey he finds himself turning to golf where his prodigious drives make him surprisingly great with just enough potential to save his grandmother's house. Happy Gilmore is perhaps the least worst Adam Sandler Movie of the 90s, high praise from haters like MJ, Amy, and Sean - I Hate Critics 1996

This week on I Hate Critics, we're breaking down the latest theatrical releases hitting screens the weekend of February 20th. It's a lineup filled with crime, thrills, and plenty of dark twists. Here's what we're covering:

A darkly comedic crime thriller that dives into the chaos that unfolds when ordinary people find themselves in extraordinary—and deadly—circumstances. Greed, bad decisions, and escalating consequences fuel this fast-paced story where one wrong move leads to another. Does it deliver sharp satire and suspense, or does it miss the mark? We weigh in.

This horror-thriller throws audiences into the mind of a relentless murderer, blending slasher elements with psychological tension. Stylized violence and cat-and-mouse suspense aim to keep viewers on edge—but is it a fresh take on the genre or a retread of familiar territory? We break down the scares, the storytelling, and the body count.

A steamy neo-noir crime drama where desire and danger collide. When obsession takes hold, lines between love, betrayal, and criminality blur. With heightened drama and provocative themes, this one sparks plenty of conversation. Is it an engaging throwback to erotic thrillers of the past, or does it struggle to find its voice?

As always, we share our honest reactions, sharp debates, and maybe even a few laughs along the way.

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This week on the I Hate Critics Movie Review Podcast We pay tribute to Robert Duvall Sean rails against criticisms of Hamnet Crime 101 Directed by Bart Layton Starring Chris Hemsworth, Halle Berry, and Mark Ruffalo A master thief and an insurance broker join forces for a big heist, while a determined detective pursues them to prevent the multi-million dollar crime. Good Luck Have Fun Don't Die Directed by Gore Verbinski Starring Sam Rockwell, Haley Lu RIchardson and Juno Temple Claiming to be from the future, a man takes hostages at a Los Angeles diner to recruit unlikely heroes to help him save the world. Wuthering Heights Directed by Emerald Fennell Starring Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi Tragedy strikes when Heathcliff falls in love with Catherine Earnshaw, a woman from a wealthy family in 18th-century England. Classic Wuthering Heights (1939) Directed by William Wyler Starring Sir Laurence Olivier and Merle Oberon

In this adaptation of the classic Emily Bronte novel set in 19th-century England, wealthy young Cathy Earnshaw (Merle Oberon) shares a loving bond with Heathcliff (Laurence Olivier), a poor childhood friend who now works in her stables. Unfortunately, things become complicated when the affluent Edgar Linton (David Niven) decides to pursue Cathy, and Heathcliff leaves out of resentment. Though Heathcliff returns with a self-made fortune, he realizes he may have lost Cathy in his absence.

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This Week on the I Hate Critics Movie Review Podcast The Strangers Chapter 3 Directed by Renny Harlin Starring Madeleine Petsch The Strangers: Chapter 3 serves as the final installment of the trilogy, picking up immediately after Maya (Madelaine Petsch) kills Pin-Up Girl. The premise follows a battered Maya attempting to survive while the remaining killers, Scarecrow (Gregory) and Dollface, pursue her. The film explores the origins of the killers, their connection to a local, corrupt sheriff, and culminates in a final, brutal showdown in an underground lair, resulting in a twisted, lethal confrontation between Maya and Gregory. If I Had Legs I'd Kick You Directed by Mary Bronstein Starring Rose Byrne, ASAP Rocky, and Christian Slater With her life crashing down around her, Linda tries to navigate her daughter's mysterious illness, her absent husband, a missing person, and an increasingly hostile relationship with her therapist. Classic Footloose (1984) Directed by Herbert Ross Starring Kevin Bacon, Lori Singer and John Lithgow Moving in from Chicago, newcomer Ren McCormack (Kevin Bacon) is in shock when he discovers the small Midwestern town he now calls home has made dancing and rock music illegal. As he struggles to fit in, Ren faces an uphill battle to change things. With the help of his new friend, Willard Hewitt (Christopher Penn), and defiant teen Ariel Moore (Lori Singer), he might loosen up this conservative town. But Ariel's influential father, Reverend Shaw Moore (John Lithgow), stands in the way.

Next week Crime 101, Wuthering Heights, and Good Luck Have Fun Don't Die

This week on the I Hate Critics Movie Review Podcast, we break down the new movies hitting theaters the weekend of January 30th, sorting through what's worth your time and what might be better left for streaming.

• Send Help – A survival thriller that throws its characters into extreme circumstances and asks how far people will go to stay alive.

• The Secret Agent – Espionage, intrigue, and moral gray areas collide in this tense international thriller.

• Sentimental Value – A quieter, more emotional release that leans into relationships, memory, and what we choose to hold onto.

We also look ahead to Best in Show, with plans to revisit (or experience again) Christopher Guest's endlessly quotable mockumentary classic. Any excuse to talk about one of the greatest ensemble comedies ever made—and to celebrate the legendary Catherine O'Hara—is a good one.

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The Oscar nominations are out and Jeff and Sean react by ripping on Marty Supreme and wishing Jesse Plemons had been nominated for Bugonia New Movies Mercy Directed by Timur Bekmambetov Starring Chris Pratt and Rebecca Ferguson In the near future, an advanced AI judge tells a captive detective that he's on trial for the murder of his wife. If he fails to prove his innocence within 90 minutes, he'll be executed on the spot. The Testament of Ann Lee Directed by Mona Fastvold Starring Amanda Seyfried. Christopher Abbott, Lewis Pullman, and Thomasin Mackenzie Revered by her followers, Ann Lee preaches gender and social equality as the founder of the devotional sect the Shakers. No Other Choice Directed by Park Chan Wook Starring Lee Byung Hun and Son Yejin Abruptly laid off after 25 years at the same company, a desperate man goes to extreme lengths to eliminate the competition for the job he wants. Classic Drop Dead Gorgeous Directed by Michael Patrick Jann Starring Kirsten Dunst, Ellen Barkin, Kirsty Alley, and Denise Richards An annual beauty pageant in small-town Minnesota turns ridiculously competitive and ultimately chaotic in this biting comedy. Amber Atkins (Kirsten Dunst), the daughter of hard-drinking mom

Annette (Ellen Barkin), and Becky Leeman (Denise Richards), who is motivated by her former beauty-queen mother, Gladys (Kirstie Alley), are among the top contenders in the event. As Amber, Becky, and other local girls prepare for the big day, bizarre incidents occur, leading up to an ending with a bang.