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by Jesse Nussman, Jason Evans, Josh Sewell
Movie Joust! is a movie podcast where critics with clashing tastes challenge hype, legacy, and consensus — forcing films to earn their reputation.Each week, Atlanta film critics debate new releases, awards contenders, and cultural flashpoints in cinema, putting “prestige,” popularity, and critical buzz under pressure. From legacy filmmakers to divisive adaptations, Movie Joust! isn’t about polite agreement — it’s about sharp takes, real disagreement, and figuring out who movies are actually for.If you’re tired of plot recaps and safe opinions, welcome to the fight.
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- 2 days ago35 min
'Resident Evil' Rocks! | Plus, Ethan Hawke and Russell Crowe in 'The Weight'
This week, the guys enthusiastically talk about Zach Cregger's adaptation of the beloved horror game "Resident Evil," then they break down another new release, this time featuring Ethan Hawke and Russell Crowe. Hear why this adventure film calls to mind classics such as "Sorcerer" and "Treasure of the Sierra Madre."
- 1 weeks ago47 min
September Movie Rundown | Practical Magic 2, Hope, and The Runner
Jesse and Josh run through multiple movies currently out. First, Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock reunite in "Practical Magic 2" then a South Korean monster movie with some real high highs and real low lows, and finally, the Gal Gadot Amazon thriller that is going viral for all the wrong reasons.
- 2 weeks ago33 min
'Onslaught' Review & the Return of Mumblecore Favorites
Remember the Mumblecore movement of the early 2010s? This week, we're discussing new movies from two of the movement's notable filmmakers; Joe Swanberg and Adam Winguard. Plus, a discussion on if horror movies need to be "about something" or if the "elevated horror" trend has thrown off our expectations for genre entertainment.
- 3 weeks ago39 min
End of Summer Hangover Movies | It Ends, Dog Stars, & More
We're at the final days of summer movie season. And that means it's a grab bag of choices, from the Gen-Z indie-horror flick "It Ends," to the post-apocalyptic world of "The Dog Stars," and even the Looney Tunes flick "Coyote vs. Acme."
- Aug 22, 202639 min
'Tony' & 'The Rivals of Amziah King' | Two Late-Summer Character Dramas
This week we discuss A24's Tony, Matt Johnson's kinetic, unvarnished biographical snapshot of a 19-year-old Anthony Bourdain (Dominic Sessa) slinging seafood in 1975 Provincetown. In the other corner stands Andrew Patterson's gritty, Southern-gothic indie thriller The Rivals of Amziah King, starring Matthew McConaughey as a beekeeping, folk-rocking town anchor caught in a high-stakes local honey syndicate war.
- Aug 15, 202639 min
'The End of Oak Street' vs. 'Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma' Review
From suburban dinosaur chaos in The End of Oak Street to classic slasher tropes and dark comedy in Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma, the team breaks down script execution, critical buzz, and box office potential. Tune in for our full review, clash of opinions, and final verdicts on whether these new releases earn their place or fall flat.
- Aug 9, 202644 min
Dystopian Rom-Com vs. Eli Roth Horror: One Night Only & Ice Cream Man Review
On this episode of Movie Joust, we go head-to-head on two of the wildest August 2026 theatrical releases: Will Gluck’s high-concept romantic comedy One Night Only and Eli Roth’s twisted horror slasher Ice Cream Man.
- Aug 1, 202646 min
Spider-Man: Brand New Day Review: MCU Saved or Overhyped?
In this episode of Movie Joust, we dive headfirst into Marvel's latest blockbuster, Spider-Man: Brand New Day (2026)! We break down Tom Holland’s return as Peter Parker, Destin Daniel Cretton’s direction, and the introduction of Sadie Sink's Jean Grey. Tune in for our full spoiler review, character breakdowns, and final verdict!
About Movie Joust!
Movie Joust! is a movie podcast where critics with clashing tastes challenge hype, legacy, and consensus — forcing films to earn their reputation.Each week, Atlanta film critics debate new releases, awards contenders, and cultural flashpoints in cinema, putting “prestige,” popularity, and critical buzz under pressure. From legacy filmmakers to divisive adaptations, Movie Joust! isn’t about polite agreement — it’s about sharp takes, real disagreement, and figuring out who movies are actually for.If you’re tired of plot recaps and safe opinions, welcome to the fight.
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