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Holding onto the theme of film’s Titanic continually slaughtered during its triumphant run at the box office, it’s now time to go over a film that really tied the room together. For this month’s Out Now with Aaron and Abe commentary track, the group goes over The Big Lebowski , from the Coen Brothers . Aaron is joined by Brandon Peters , Yancy Berns, and Jim Dietz to discuss the comedy classic. Enjoy as the guys go over the careers of the Coens, Jeff Bridges, John Goodman, Julianne Moore , and more. Listen as they balancing discussing the film’s themes, comedic moments, and success versus other films the Coens had put out during their career. Be prepared to have a White Russian and enjoy this audio commentary. So now, if you’ve got an hour to kill…

Ready Player One is here and it's proof that Steven Spielberg can easily handle making a film that delivers spectacle in a fashion fitting to the modern blockbuster. That's the big release of the week, but I have plenty of reviews for new home releases, including Star Wars: The Last Jedi and Legion . Also, The Americans has returned for its final season and I'll be covering that for the next 10 week as well. Lastly, please take a listen to another really fun podcast episode. Enjoy! In Theaters Now: Ready Player One -  https://weliveentertainment. com/welivefilm/review-steven- spielberg-ready-player-one- nostalgia-factory/ (It's Spielberg, of course it's great) Isle of Dogs -  https://weliveentertainment. com/welivefilm/review-isle-dog s-great-companion/ (Wes Anderson delivers again) Here's The Archive Of Every Review Throughout The Year(s) -  http://www.thecodeiszeek.com /p/review-archive.html

This week's  Out Now with Aaron and Abe  has the gang learning they are drift compatible. Aaron and Abe are joined by Prof. Mike Dillon to discuss the sci-fi sequel Pacific Rim Uprising . The group debates whether or not there was much need to see more battles between Jaegers and Kaiju, plus other spirited discussions of current movie-related events.  Among topics covered, we have a fun round of Know Everybody ( 4:05 ), some Out Now Quickies™ ( 15:56 ), Trailer Talk for  Deadpool 2 ( 32:50 ), the main review ( 41:55 ), Out Now Feedback ( 1:39:46 ), and Games ( 1:56:50 ). We then wrap things up ( 2:02:28 ) and end on some bloopers ( 2:13:24 ), following this week's closeout song.  So now, if you've got an hour or so to kill… You can also find links to the episode at AudioBoom .  Subscribe via iTunes HERE

This week is all about giant robots and the love of dogs.  Pacific Rim Uprising opens as the latest blockbuster attempt to dethrone Black Panther  from the top of the list and it's certainly plausible after 6 weeks. Regardless, John Boyega leads a fun enough sequel. Meanwhile, Wes Anderson' s Isle of Dogs  opens in select theaters, which is sure to be a joy for many. Steven Soderbergh is also back with a new thriller he shot on an iPhone. Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle comes home this week and I have a review for that Blu-ray. Best of all - lists and more. I go over giant robots, great SXSW premieres, Deadpool 2  and more. And lastly, we have a fun podcast up for everyone to listen to as well. Enjoy! In Theaters Now: Pacific Rim Uprising -  https://weliveentertainment. com/welivefilm/review-pacific- rim-uprising-joins-saturday- morning-cartoon-lineup/ (A slight but enjoyable sequel) Isle of Dogs -   https://weliveentertainment.com/weli...

This week's  Out Now with Aaron and Abe  has the gang exploring a world of traps and puzzles. Aaron and Abe are joined by Michael Lee and Scott Menzel to discuss the video game-inspired film Tomb Raider , starring Alicia Vikander . The group debates whether or not this stands among the best video gang movies. Plus, there is also time devoted to Menzel’s time at SXSW , along with other movie-based talks. Among topics covered, we have a fun round of Know Everybody ( 5:20 ), SXSW ( 14:34 ), some Out Now Quickies™ ( 26:40 ), Trailer Talk for  Fantastic Beasts and the Crimes of Grindelwald ( 39:32 ), the main review ( 47:00 ), Out Now Feedback ( 1:17:00 ), and Games ( 1:41:00 ). We then wrap things up ( 1:49:10 ) and end on some bloopers ( 1:57:06 ), following this week's closeout song. So now, if you've got an hour or so to kill… You can also find links to the episode at AudioBoom .  Subscribe via iTunes HERE

This week brings us the big-budget reboot of Tomb Raider , based on the reboot of the video game. Of course, little has changed in the realm of video game movies, and this is another flat attempt to bring an interactive concept to the cinema. Also out, 7 Days in Entebbe , a new take on Operation Thunderbolt. Reviews for both of those, plus the many home releases that became available this week, including the Oscar-winning Shape of Water . Also here, a new Criterion announcement, plus a really enjoyable podcast to listen to. Enjoy! In Theaters Now: Tomb Raider -  https://weliveentertainment. com/welivefilm/review-tomb- raider-falls-many-traps/ (Another flat video game movie) 7 Days In Entebbe -  https://weliveentertainment. com/welivefilm/review-time- relive-7-days-entebbe/ (A decent hostage thriller) The Death of Stalin -  https://weliveentertainment. com/welivefilm/review-death-st alin-conspires-great-talent-ma ke-laugh/ (Perhaps the fun...

This week's  Out Now with Aaron and Abe  has the group tessering across the galaxy for this review. Aaron and Abe are joined by warriors  Maxwell Haddad  and  Kevin Taft  to discuss  A Wrinkle In Time , the anticipated cinematic adaptation of the literary classic. The group debates the merits and issues found in this  Ava DuVernay  film, along with plenty of other movie fun. Among topics covered, we have a fun round of Know Everybody ( 4:43 ), some Out Now Quickies™ ( 12:13 ), Trailer Talk for  The Grinch ( 21:35 ), the main review ( 33:04 ), Out Now Feedback ( 1:09:27 ), and Games ( 1:25:28 ). We then wrap things up ( 1:32:29 ) and end on some bloopers ( 1:46:12 ), following this week's closeout song. So now, if you've got an hour or so to kill… You can also find links to the episode at AudioBoom .  Subscribe via iTunes HERE

A Wrinkle in Time is the film leading the pack of this busy weekend, as several new releases are all hitting theaters. So there are plenty of options that also include Gringo, Thoroughbreds, The Strangers: Prey at Night, and The Death of Stalin . So dark comedy and some horror are the things to see if a fantasy film is not what you're looking for. Additionally, the home releases this week are all great and I have reviews for all of these. Plus, a new TV review for Atlanta , plus a couple podcasts to listen to. Enjoy it all! In Theaters Now: A Wrinkle in Time -  https://weliveentertainment. com/welivefilm/review-wrinkle- good-intents-warriors-purposes / (An ambitious misfire that I want to support) Gringo -  https://weliveentertainment. com/welivefilm/review-many-wor k-get-gringo-big-trouble/ (Like a 90s crime comedy relic) Thoroughbreds -  https://weliveentertainment. com/welivefilm/review-thorough breads-plays-darkly-comedic- game-chess/ (A ter...

This episode of Out Now Nights (“Nights”) finds Aaron and Abe going over even more thoughts on the film Annihilation . Now that Abe has had a chance to see the film and Aaron has had more time to think about it, the guys decided it would be good to go into a more spoiler-focused conversation about what the Alex Garland film was trying to get at. Additionally, there is also time to discuss the acclaimed FX series Atlanta and why it’s one of the best shows on TV. Plus, a full conversation about why Brigsby Bear is a special little film. Plus some talk of recent releases and more. You can also find links to the episode at AudioBoom .  Subscribe via iTunes HERE

And now for how it all went.  Out Now with Aaron and Abe is back with a follow-up show addressing what went down at the  90 th  Academy Awards.  Aaron and Abe have gotten back together to go over the Oscar results and more , with guests  Mark Hobin, Maxwell Haddad  and the lovely  Ana Bosch , which is always a lot of fun.  The group learns who among them scored the best, discusses the ceremony as a whole and whether not it was one of the more memorable ones, and also take into account the nature of the winners, regardless of how predictable it all ended up being.  It makes for a lot of interesting conversation, even if there was a bit of a letdown in terms of big surprises to really dig into. Still, enjoy what the group has to say about Hollywood's biggest night. You can also find links to the episode at  AudioBoom .  Subscribe via iTunes  HERE

Red Sparrow is hitting theaters this weekend and while the Russian spy thriller has its notable qualities, the weekend is really more about the Oscars . I have plenty of reviews for the new home and streaming releases as well, along with a new Atlanta   and  Walking Dead   review and more, but do enjoy all the work done to predict the Oscars via my writing and the really fun podcast we put together. Plus, there are two other new podcasts to enjoy as well, so have fun digging through all the new content. In Theaters Now: Red Sparrow -  https://weliveentertainment. com/welivefilm/review-red- sparrow/ (A decent spy thriller) Mute -  https://weliveentertainment. com/welivefilm/review-words- mute-disappoints/ (Not good) Oscar Predictions -  http://www.thecodeiszeek. com/2018/03/90th-academy- awards-predictions-and-my.html Here's The Archive Of Every Review Throughout The Year(s) -  http://www.thecodeiszeek.com /p/review-ar...

It is another exhilarating time for  Out Now with Aaron and Abe , as the 90 th  Academy Awards  will be airing this Sunday and we are wondering how it will all go down.  As usual, Aaron and Abe have put together the  annual Oscar Predictions show, with guests  Mark Hobin, Maxwell Haddad and the lovely Ana Bosch , which is always a lot of fun, as the group is very competitive when it comes to picking the potential winners.  The gang also discusses who they believe should win and delve into why things may happen the way they do.  It makes for a lot of interesting conversation, but once again shows that these guys do not joke around come Oscar time…well, they do, but in the spirit of the ceremony. You can also find links to the episode at AudioBoom .  Subscribe via iTunes HERE

With only a few days left until the 90th Academy Awards , it’s time to go into my predictions. As usual, some categories have obvious picks, a few are even safe bets, but a good portion of this race is still mostly up in the air. I try to keep track of the awards season and get a feel for what films seem to have earned their way to Oscar glory, but it is never an exact science. This has been one of the more unpredictable races in some time due to a lack of a clear frontrunner, even if The Shape of Water does have 13 nominations. That said, I have laid out all the categories, with some thoughts on what might be happening come Oscar night.