The MovieByte Podcast #137: They Were Drunk

Join TJ and Joe to review, ‘The Homesman’, a thoroughly engaging yet disappointing film, and not really one either of them recommend. But as often happens, this makes for great conversation. Also find out about the upcoming ‘The Muppets’ TV show, ‘The Fugitive’ remake that’s coming up, ‘The Incredibles 2’ coming from the pen of Brad Bird, and the rumors of Joss Whedon directing ‘Star Wars Episode IX’.

• TJDraper - InstagramMinor microphone shock mount crisis averted thanks to my wife’s pony-tail bands.
• First trailer for ABC’s ‘The Muppets’ will leave you excited to watch puppets in primetimeAs if we weren’t excited by the idea of a Muppets TV series on paper, the first trailer for the series is now available and reveals a great looking The Office-style comedy.
• ‘The Fugitive’ Will Return to the Big ScreenDr. Richard Kimble will try to clear his name one more time on the big screen.
• ‘The Incredibles 2′ Will Be Brad Bird’s Next FilmWith Tomorrowland out of the way, Brad Bird is ready to redirect his attention to an old new project.
• Star Wars Bits: Joss Whedon Rumored for Episode IX, Star Wars Weekends, Battlefront Details & MoreRumors are swirling for who might direct Star Wars: Episode IX.
• The Homesman — IMDbThree women who have been driven mad by pioneer life are to be transported across the country by covered wagon by the pious, independent-minded Mary Bee Cuddy, who in turn employs low-life drifter George Briggs to assist her.
• The Homesman — Rotten TomatoesCritics Consensus: A squarely traditional yet somewhat progressive Western, The Homesman adds another absorbing entry to Tommy Lee Jones’ directorial resume.
• The Homesman — Box Office MojoDomestic Total Gross: $2,429,989 Distributor: Saban FilmsRelease Date: November 14, 2014 Genre: WesternRuntime: 2 hrs. 2 min. MPAA Rating: RProduction Budget: N/A