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Who ever complained about a good chuckle? Nobody we know! So, we’re back with an episode about our favorite comedies. The Critic and the Referee discuss a variety of funny films so diverse that you’re bound to find something that will make you cry with laughter. Enjoy!

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Thanks to some of the wonderful performances that we’ve recently seen from Lupita Nyong’o, Viola Davis, and many others, black actresses are beginning to get the recognition that they deserve. In this episode, the Critic and the Referee discuss several notable black actresses and their standout performances. Enjoy our lively conversation about these women who often get overlooked!

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On Sunday, the 88th Annual Academy Awards were held, so we decided to tune in just to see what Chris Rock would do ... and say. Well, he knocked it out of the park. (We can't say the same about the ceremony overall, though.) In this episode, the Critic and the Referee react to the Oscars, describe an effective way to determine whether the plot of a movie or TV show will appeal to you, and provide an all new "Pick of the Week." Enjoy!

Show Notes

Oscar Nominees & Winners: http://oscar.go.com/news/winners/oscar-winners-2016-see-the-complete-list

The McGuffin: https://www.writingclasses.com/toolbox/articles/what-is-a-mcguffin

Deadpool: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1431045/

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Why Watch That Radio

In honor of Black History Month, the Critic and Referee discuss the work of black actors. Since they are not often given their proper due, we thought it was only fair to spend some time exploring some great and some not-so-great work being done by black actors today. This is part of an ongoing conversation, so enjoy the first of many discussions about black actors.

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Why Watch That Vintage

It’s always nice when hard workers finally catch a break – that’s what feel good movies are all about! In this episode, the Critic and the Referee talk about movies that take you on an emotional yet worthwhile journey.

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The Why Watch That Critic and Referee are back with a brand new format! But, they're bringing the same old, exciting and informative conversations about movies and TV shows that you've come to expect. In this inaugural episode of Why Watch That Radio, the Critic and the Referee talk about #OscarsSoWhite and who they think will win an Oscar this Sunday (February 28th). In addition, the Ref provides her pick of the week. You won't want to miss it!

Show Notes

Complete List of Oscar Nominations: http://oscar.go.com/news/nominations/oscar-nominations-2016-the-complete-list-of-nominees


How racially skewed are the Oscars? (from The Economist): http://www.economist.com/blogs/prospero/2016/01/film-and-race


Jimmy Kimmel's Oscars So White Skit (while the video has been made private, here's an article about it): http://hiphollywood.com/2016/01/ignorant-jimmy-kimmel-blasted-for-oscarssowhite-skit/


SNL's Screen Guild Awards: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ospx7tXWYbI

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