Does Lightyear go boldly were no Disney-Pixar film has gone before? Not really. But the film is leaving critics and fans divided, including us. Chris Evans voices Buzz instead of Tim Allen. The movie is not exactly tied to the Toy Story universe. But it does boast a new slate of characters that are very memorable – including one sweet robo-cat. Find out why Lightyear is creating a buzz in this review. Find out more at https://whiskeyandpopcorn.pinecast.co

After more than 30 years of service as one of the Navy's top aviators, Pete Mitchell, aka Maverick, á la Tom Cruise, is where he belongs, pushing the envelope as a courageous test pilot and dodging the advancement in rank that would ground him. But then he is pulled into duty as a Top Gun instructor. His mission, (should he choose to accept it!) is to train the best of the best for a dire mission unlike anything these pilots have seen before. Diehard fans of the original might be surprised at just how good Top Gun: Maverick is. Dare we say it's better than the original? Take a listen to find out! Find out more at https://whiskeyandpopcorn.pinecast.co

Jurassic World Dominion is the third and final film in the rebooted Jurassic Park franchise. This time the original cast is thrown in with the new cast and the dinosaurs are literally all over the world. Is this film the epic conclusion it's touted to be? Or more like T. Rex fodder? And just how did host Kaely Monahan convince her editors to allow a full podcast on Arizona's dinosaurs? Find out in this episode of Whiskey and Popcorn! Find out more at https://whiskeyandpopcorn.pinecast.co

The Belcher's are on the big screen serving up their biggest adventure to date. Literally. The family is faced with possible closure by their bank and landlord if they don't manage to pay up in time. To make matters worse a sink hole opens right in front of their door. What's a family to do? For the Belcher's they keep on carrying on! Fans of the TV show will be charmed by this movie, if have strong opinions on it, and those who haven't watched it will find it a great introduction. Listen to our latest review! Find out more at https://whiskeyandpopcorn.pinecast.co

Nicholas Cage takes on his greatest performance yet as...himself. In 'The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent' Cage is playing a fictionalized version of himself. As a washed up, overhyped, actor, he struggles to find work in a town that is no longer interested in him. On top of that, his relationship with his ex-wife and daughter are on the rocks. Then comes a chance to earn some money by traveling to Spain to visit a super fan. Turns out, this fan is part of the Spanish mafia. But this doesn't stop Cage and his new buddy from forming a bond closer than brothers. This movie became an instant favorite for us. Listen to our review to find out why. Find out more at https://whiskeyandpopcorn.pinecast.co

The "Fantastic Beasts" franchise feels more like a wounded animal at this point. While highly anticipated, "Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore" earned 31% less than its predecessor "Crimes of Grindelwald." While there was nothing particularly faulty with the film, the franchise feels boring and tired. Take a listen to our review to find out why. Find out more at https://whiskeyandpopcorn.pinecast.co

The 22nd Phoenix Film Festival is here and Whiskey and Popcorn is back at it. Hosts Kaely Monahan and Tuesday Mahrle caught up with the festival's executive director, Jason Carney, to chat this year's highlights, doing multiple festivals so close to one another, and COVID precautions. You can get tickets and schedule details to PFF 22 at www.phoenixfilmfestival.com. Make sure to like and subscribe for more local, Phoenix and Arizona movie news and reviews. Find out more at https://whiskeyandpopcorn.pinecast.co

"We are all running from something" is the tagline line for this Maine-made movie. Downeast takes the noir genre and gives it a 2021 update. Lobsterer Tommy lives in a small fishing town that is under the thumb of a gangster. Emma is the sister of his now deceased friend Mikey. The need for answers and closure drive Emma to return to the town. But secrets lie around every lobster trap, and a dangerous game of cat and mouse begins. Downeast won Best Ensemble at the Phoenix Film Festival, and it also impressed us as well. Curious about the drinks we paired with this film? Visit our website whiskeyandpopcorn.org for more details!