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The Mixed Reviews

Gavin Mevius and Louie Rendonthemixedreviews.libsyn.com
A biweekly film podcast! One Film Topic, Two Weeks, Lots of Movies, Even More Opinions!
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Episodes

052 - 90's Superheroes (with guest Jon Hogan)

Pow, bang, pop! The latest The Mixed Reviews is here, and have we got a treat for you! This week, Louie and Gavin are joined by Jon Hogan of Culture Cannon (click the link to find out more!) to talk about 90's Superhero Films (non Marvel and non DC)! Join them as they look back at Dick Tracy, Tank Girl, The Meteor Man and more! Find out why for every The Crow, there's a Barb Wire, and remember, it's can't rain all the time! If you have any questions/comments/suggestions for the show, follow us o...

Aug 31, 20191 hr 46 min

051 - Melissa McCarthy

We're back, can you ever forgive us? This week Gavin and Louie take a deep dive into the screen career of Melissa McCarthy! The funny woman who was named the third highest paid actress in 2015 has had a storied career from indies to tv, to her breakout role in Bridesmaids through her Oscar nominated turn in Can You Ever Forgive Me? We look at the good, and the not so good in this week's episode! If you have any questions/comments/suggestions for the show, follow us on twitter @TheMixedReviews , ...

Aug 16, 20191 hr 35 min

050 - Happy Anniversary!

We have made it to episode 50! Here it is, our look back at our first two years: from Kirsten Dunst to Drag Queens, Robert Redford to Vampires, Santa, Joan Crawford and more! If you have any questions/comments/suggestions for the show, follow us on twitter @TheMixedReviews , like us on Facebook , or e-mail us at [email protected] Don't forget to subscribe to us on iTunes , Stitcher Radio , Spotify or Google Play Music ....

Aug 01, 20191 hr 10 min

049 - Drag On Film

The Episode is Heeeeeerrrrreeee! This week, Louie and Gavin extend pride month just a little longer to cover the mini-genre that is Drag on Film! From Julian Eltinge to Charles Busch, from Vegas in Space to Mrs. Doubtfire, from The Queen to Just One of the Guys, they do their best to cover it all! And as always, Wong Foo, thanks for everything, Gavin and Louie. If you have any questions/comments/suggestions for the show, follow us on twitter @TheMixedReviews , like us on Facebook , or e-mail us ...

Jul 07, 20191 hr 47 min

048 - Chris Hemsworth (with guest Joel Arnold)

Are you ready to Ragnarok? This week, here comes the man in black, as we're joined by comedian and podcaster Joel Arnold ( DnDnD pod ) to discuss the Thunder from Down Under, Chris Hemsworth! We go deep into his decade long career from soaps, all the way to Men in Black International! We're so thorough that I promise this episode will leave you Thor. If you have any questions/comments/suggestions for the show, follow us on twitter @TheMixedReviews , like us on Facebook , or e-mail us at reviewsm...

Jun 14, 20191 hr 41 min

047 - Emma Thompson (with guest Joe Reid)

This week we are divining something special for you! Joe Reid, co-host of This Had Oscar Buzz and Managing editor of Primetimer joins us to take a deeper look at the life and career of Emma Thompson! From the Footlights to Late Night, we cover the entire career of the dame herself! If you have any questions/comments/suggestions for the show, follow us on twitter @TheMixedReviews , like us on Facebook , or e-mail us at [email protected] Don't forget to subscribe to us on iTunes , Stitcher Ra...

Jun 02, 20191 hr 48 min

046 - Keanu Reeves

Woah! This week, Gavin and Louie take an Excellent Adventure down through the film career of Keanu Reeves, take a trip to the River's Edge, through the Matrix, to the John Wicks and find out why he'll Always Be our Maybe. If you have any questions/comments/suggestions for the show, follow us on twitter @TheMixedReviews , like us on Facebook , or e-mail us at [email protected] Don't forget to subscribe to us on iTunes , Stitcher Radio , or Google Play Music ....

May 16, 20191 hr 40 min

045 - Jennifer Lopez

Let's get loud! This week, we analyze the career of international super star Jennifer Lopez! Starting out as Jenny from the block, rising to fame with the role of Tejano superstar Selena, all the way through her Second Act, we cover it all! Get ready to Dance Again! If you have any questions/comments/suggestions for the show, follow us on twitter @TheMixedReviews , like us on Facebook , or e-mail us at [email protected] Don't forget to subscribe to us on iTunes , Stitcher Radio , or Google ...

Apr 30, 20191 hr 32 min

044 - Tim Burton

Break out your best stripes and scissorhands, this week we look at the career of filmmaker Tim Burton, from dark Disney outcast, to the king of kooky blockbusters, we leave no sandworm unturned as we find chat the good and bad of his prolific career! If you have any questions/comments/suggestions for the show, follow us on twitter @TheMixedReviews , like us on Facebook , or e-mail us at [email protected] Don't forget to subscribe to us on iTunes , Stitcher Radio , or Google Play Music ....

Apr 16, 20191 hr 31 min

043 - Cary Grant

Judy, Judy, Judy! It's time for a new episode! This week, we look at the life and career of screen legend Cary Grant, from his traumatic childhood, to rumors about his sexuality, to his only Oscar win, we cover it all! If you have any questions/comments/suggestions for the show, follow us on twitter @TheMixedReviews , like us on Facebook , or e-mail us at [email protected] Don't forget to subscribe to us on iTunes , Stitcher Radio , or Google Play Music ....

Mar 30, 20191 hr 40 min

042 - Julianne Moore (with guest Chris Feil)

Julianne Moore is an icon, so we've invited podcasting and critical icon Chris Feil of This Had Oscar Buzz ton help us take a deeper look at her career! This week we come in with these things, we give it over to you, you doubt, you make your phone calls, check on us, look suspicious, ask questions, and so much more as we break down the highlights of Juliane Moore's career from soaps, to oscar winner, and to her new film "Gloria Bell". If you have any questions/comments/suggestions for the show, ...

Mar 13, 20191 hr 49 min

041 - Rachel Weisz

Let's shoot something! This week, Gavin and Louie take a deeper look at the career of the Rachel Weisz! From starting out as a young model to her Oscar nominated role in The Favourite, we cover the entire oeuvre of this "English Rose". If you have any questions/comments/suggestions for the show, follow us on twitter @TheMixedReviews , like us on Facebook , or e-mail us at [email protected] Don't forget to subscribe to us on iTunes , Stitcher Radio , or Google Play Music ....

Feb 16, 20191 hr 35 min

040 - Regina King

The Queen of Kings is here! This week: Louie and Gavin look at the career of Regina King in all its glory. From television to film, to directing, they cover it all as they pick their five star reviews for the recently Oscar nominated actor! If you have any questions/comments/suggestions for the show, follow us on twitter @TheMixedReviews , like us on Facebook , or e-mail us at [email protected] Don't forget to subscribe to us on iTunes , Stitcher Radio , or Google Play Music ....

Jan 31, 20191 hr 28 min

039 - 2018 in Review

Our first episode of 2019 is a look back at the year in film of 2018! Join Louie and Gavin (recording from Texas) as they chat about some of the years best, and not so best, of 2018! If you have any questions/comments/suggestions for the show, follow us on twitter @TheMixedReviews , like us on Facebook , or e-mail us at [email protected] Don't forget to subscribe to us on iTunes , Stitcher Radio , or Google Play Music ....

Jan 16, 20191 hr 36 min

038 - Santa Claus on Film

Happy Holidays from Gavin and Louie! As a gift from us to you, this week's episode is all about Santa Claus on film! Coming to you from Miracle on 34th Street, we're reading out the Christmas Chronicles to make sure you don't have a Christmas Evil! If you have any questions/comments/suggestions for the show, follow us on twitter @TheMixedReviews , like us on Facebook , or e-mail us at [email protected] Don't forget to subscribe to us on iTunes , Spotify , Stitcher Radio , or Google Play Mus...

Dec 21, 20181 hr 25 min

037 - Michael Keaton (with guest Kristy Puchko)

This week Louie and Gavin welcome professional film and culture critic Kristy Puchko to talk about the career of one of her favorite actors: Michael Keaton! From Batman to Birdman, Keaton has done it all, but what did we pick for our 1 star and 5 reviews? If you have any questions/comments/suggestions for the show, follow us on twitter @TheMixedReviews , like us on Facebook , or e-mail us at [email protected] Don't forget to subscribe to us on iTunes , Spotify , Stitcher Radio , or Google P...

Dec 05, 20181 hr 49 min

036 - Viola Davis

Viola Davis is one of the greatest living actors of our time, but things haven't always been easy. Join Louie and Gavin this week as they discuss her career from humble beginnings to her new film Widows, we discuss it all. Also this week, a very special Fast Forward with the hosts of the This Had Oscar Buzz podcast: Joe Reid and Chris Feil ! If you have any questions/comments/suggestions for the show, follow us on twitter @TheMixedReviews , like us on Facebook , or e-mail us at reviewsmixed@gmai...

Nov 15, 20181 hr 39 min

035 - Vampires on Film

Turn off the lights, throw out that garlic, and invite us in to listen to our latest episode episode all about the cinematic history of vampires! From Nosferatu to Team Edward, we got you covered in our very special Halloween themed episode! If you have any questions/comments/suggestions for the show, follow us on twitter @TheMixedReviews , like us on Facebook , or e-mail us at [email protected] Don't forget to subscribe to us on iTunes , Spotify , Stitcher Radio , or Google Play Music ....

Oct 25, 20181 hr 28 min

034 - Robert Redford

Sundance shines in the latest episode of The Mixed Reviews as Louie and Gavin look at the half a century career of Robert Redford. From 'Barefoot in the Park' to 'The Old Man & the Gun' we look at his impact on everything from acting to activism and his role in modern independent film. If you have any questions/comments/suggestions for the show, follow us on twitter @TheMixedReviews , like us on Facebook , or e-mail us at [email protected] Don't forget to subscribe to us on iTunes , Spo...

Oct 14, 20181 hr 32 min

033 - Jennifer Garner

This episode is thirty(three), flirty, and thriving as Gavin and Louie tackle the career of Jennifer Garner. Join us as we discuss her career from Alias star to big screen queen, but is she a delight to Men, Women and Children, or more of Ghost of Girlfriend's past? If you have any questions/comments/suggestions for the show, follow us on twitter @TheMixedReviews , like us on Facebook , or e-mail us at [email protected] Don't forget to subscribe to us on iTunes , Spotify , Stitcher Radio , ...

Sep 20, 20181 hr 23 min

032 - Michelle Yeoh

Yes, Madam! This week Louie and Gavin review the career of the multitalented star Michelle Yeoh. They review her career from wuxia warrior to Crazy Rich Asian. She can make you cry and kick your ass, so listen in as they discuss what makes her so much more than just a Bond girl. If you have any questions/comments/suggestions for the show, follow us on twitter @TheMixedReviews , like us on Facebook , or e-mail us at [email protected] Don't forget to subscribe to us on iTunes , Spotify , Stit...

Aug 26, 20181 hr 28 min

031 - Ewan McGregor

You can tell everybody, this is our new episode! This week Louie and Gavin look at the career of the charming Scot, Ewan McGregor. From being a Big Fish from Perth to being a tune filled Jedi Knight in the Hundred Acre Wood, find out about the great, and the not so great career turns he's made. If you have any questions/comments/suggestions for the show, follow us on twitter @TheMixedReviews , like us on Facebook , or e-mail us at [email protected] Don't forget to subscribe to us on iTunes ...

Aug 08, 20181 hr 25 min

030 - Cher

Snap out of it! It's a brand new episode of The Mixed Reviews! This week Louie and Gavin turn back time to analyze the film career of the Goddess of Pop herself: Cher, so Come Back to the Mixed Reviews Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean and find out why her career is anything but Suspect! If you have any questions/comments/suggestions for the show, follow us on twitter @TheMixedReviews , like us on Facebook , or e-mail us at [email protected] Don't forget to subscribe to us on iTunes , Spotify , Stitch...

Jul 27, 20181 hr 27 min

029 - Michael Douglas

We won't be ignored, Mike! This week, we chat the career of Hollywood royalty Michael Douglas, from his Romancing the Stone to his Fatal Attraction, Louie and Gavin take you all the way Behind the Candelabra! If you have any questions/comments/suggestions for the show, follow us on twitter @TheMixedReviews , like us on Facebook , or e-mail us at [email protected] Don't forget to subscribe to us on iTunes , Spotify , Stitcher Radio , or Google Play Music ....

Jul 08, 20181 hr 28 min

028 - Sandra Bullock

Look at she, she's Sandra B! This week, Louie and Gavin bring you the film history of America's Sweetheart, Sandra Bullock! Find out what makes this Miss Congeniality so amazing, but also why for every Speed, she has an All About Steve. If you have any questions/comments/suggestions for the show, follow us on twitter @TheMixedReviews , like us on Facebook , or e-mail us at [email protected] Don't forget to subscribe to us on iTunes , Spotify , Stitcher Radio , or Google Play Music ....

Jun 21, 20181 hr 25 min

027 - Jane Fonda (with guest Dan Mecca)

Jane Fonda is an icon, an award winning actor and activist, and so accomplished that we had to bring in a special guest: Dan Mecca of The Film Stage . So join Louie, Gavin, and Dan this week, as they discuss the life and career of the unstoppable Jane Fonda! If you have any questions/comments/suggestions for the show, follow us on twitter @TheMixedReviews , like us on Facebook , or e-mail us at [email protected] Don't forget to subscribe to us on iTunes , Spotify , Stitcher Radio , or Googl...

Jun 06, 20181 hr 35 min

026 - Jim Carrey

Allllll righty then! This week, Louie and Gavin take a look at the Almighty career of the Canadian Enigma that is Jim Carrey. From Rubberface, to Dark Crimes, we chat it all! If you have any questions/comments/suggestions for the show, follow us on twitter @TheMixedReviews , like us on Facebook , or e-mail us at [email protected] Don't forget to subscribe to us on iTunes , Spotify , Stitcher Radio , or Google Play Music ....

May 17, 20181 hr 18 min

025 - Rita Moreno

West Side Story? This week is more like Best Side Story, as Louie and Gavin examine the career of Rita Moreno which is spanned over 60 years! Listen as they talk about it all, from her first role in So Bad, So Beautiful, through her current gig at One Day at a Time. If you have any questions/comments/suggestions for the show, follow us on twitter @TheMixedReviews , like us on Facebook , or e-mail us at [email protected] Don't forget to subscribe to us on iTunes , Spotify , Stitcher Radio , ...

Apr 30, 20181 hr 22 min

024 - Queer Cinema

Get prideful! The Mixed Reviews is back, and this week Gavin and Louie tackle the big, huge topic of Queer Cinema! It's a hurculean task as the two hosts dig deep into the best and worst of what queer cinema has to offer. If you have any questions/comments/suggestions for the show, follow us on twitter @TheMixedReviews , like us on Facebook , or e-mail us at [email protected] Don't forget to subscribe to us on iTunes , Spotify , Stitcher Radio , or Google Play Music ....

Apr 01, 20181 hr 34 min

023 - Natalie Portman

After a break where Louie and Gavin had been "Anywhere but Here", the dynamic duo are back to chat about "The Professional" career of "Black Swan" herself Natalie Portman! Find out what they think is her best work, and why some might be intimidated by her intelligence and talent! If you have any questions/comments/suggestions for the show, follow us on twitter @TheMixedReviews , like us on Facebook , or e-mail us at [email protected] Don't forget to subscribe to us on iTunes , Spotify , Sti...

Mar 09, 20181 hr 21 min
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