2022 Films in Review

Chris and Isaac break into The Batcave to discuss Batman Forever (1995). Is the film a satisfyingly action-packed examination of Bruce Wayne’s psyche? Or does the movie fall flat because it’s not dumb enough? Swoop in with your hosts as they unmask Joel Schumacher’s Batman cinematic universe, disagree over the entire 3rd Act, and admire the scene depicting the origins of Robin (and the Batnipples!).Love it? Hate it? Share your own take on X (formerly Twitter) @pickyourtake, Facebook, YouTube, or by email at [email protected].

Your hosts share the films they loved and didn’t particularly enjoy from 2022, spend a solid twenty minutes discussing Tár (2022), and make predictions for this year’s Academy Awards.Share your own take on Twitter (@pickyourtake), Facebook, YouTube, or by email at [email protected].

Isaac and Chris return to vivisect John Carpenter’s Halloween (1978). Is the movie an indisputable horror masterpiece? Or was it merely the inspiration for better future slasher films?Stalk your hosts as they discuss director John Carpenter’s unmatched ability to create tension, give the franchise’s confusing timeline a stab, and provide some Pick Your Take updates.Love it? Hate it? Share your take on Twitter (@pickyourtake), Facebook, YouTube, or by email at [email protected].

Chris and Isaac mine for spice in Dune (2021). Is this sci-fi adaptation a singular, immersive experience that takes you to new worlds? Or is the movie dumb as sand?Join your hosts as they wrap up season one with sandworms, argue whether Denis Villeneuve’s directing larger scale films has translated to an increase in quality, and celebrate 100 hours of podcasting content.Love it? Hate it? Share your take on Twitter (@pickyourtake), Facebook, YouTube, or by email at [email protected].

Bustin’ makes Isaac and Chris feel good about Ghostbusters: Afterlife (2021). Does this mystery successfully deliver its spooks, expand the mythology, and satisfy kids and adults alike? Or does this astonishingly bad movie offer nothing new?Cross over with your hosts as they marvel at the star-making performance of McKenna Grace, discuss the Ghostbusters’ vocal online fan-base, and praise Jason Reitman’s taking on the directing family legacy.Love it? Hate it? Share your take on Twitter (@pickyourtake), Facebook, YouTube, or by email at [email protected].

Chris and Isaac make contact with Prometheus (2012). Is this delightful (albeit deadly) romp a satisfying story about scientists searching for their maker? Or do you think the filmmakers must have sold their souls to get this stupid movie to succeed? Join your hosts as they cover Ridley Scott’s directing career, wonder if Michael Fassbender is an android, and admit the “Alien cesarean scene” alone is worth the price of admission.Love it? Hate it? Share your take on Twitter (@pickyourtake), Facebook, YouTube, or by email at [email protected].

Isaac, Chris, and Mr. Jones (2013) cross over to the dream realm. Does the film elevate the found footage genre to the next dimension? Or does the movie fail to give life to its many inventive ideas?This week your hosts explore the writing and directing style of Karl Mueller, agree over Mr. Jones’ scare-value, and answer a fan mail question about performance arts billing.Love it? Hate it? Share your take on Twitter (@pickyourtake), Facebook, YouTube, or by email at [email protected].

Chris and Isaac build a home with mother! (2017). Does this movie rip, shred, rock, and roll? Or is the film pretentious bullshit the whole way through?Move into Darren Aronofsky’s house of horrors with your hosts, appreciate Jennifer Lawrence’s swift ascension to stardom, and debate what they think makes a great allegory-fantasy.Love it? Hate it? Share your take on Twitter (@pickyourtake), Facebook, YouTube, or by email at [email protected].

Isaac and Chris are days from retirement in Faster (2010). Is this solid action drama executed to its fullest potential? Or does the movie fail to deliver any unexpected thrills?Your hosts reunite to weigh in on Dwayne Johnson vs. Vin Diesel, compliment George Tillman Jr.’s distinct directing abilities, and dispute the effectiveness of the “bad guy” reveal in the film.Love it? Hate it? Share your take on Twitter (@pickyourtake), Facebook, YouTube, or by email at [email protected].

Natalie and Chris sync up with All That Jazz (1979). Is the film a meaningful exploration of sex, art, and death? Or are the unengaging story and characters overwhelmed by glitz and tits?Follow your hosts as they give their respect to choreographer and director Bob Fosse, wonder if Roy Scheider can craft a likeable main character, and mention some of their most-loved movies.Love it? Hate it? Share your take on Twitter (@pickyourtake), Facebook, YouTube, or by email at [email protected].