Sitting Around Talking Movies

Neil was a little late to this week's podcast but Bill McCuddy, Bill Bregoli and very special guest Lisa Rosman get to the reason behind his tardiness and it has to do with a certain president. We also talk about how late night talk shows are dealing with the president who shall not be named. Plus there are new movies such as "The Hitman's Bodyguard" starring Ryan Reynolds and Samuel L. Jackson and the Sundance sensation "Patti Cake$." We also tell what fall maoives we're looking forward to, the passing of Joe Balogna and TV finales. There's a lot to deal with!

Comedian, actor and all-around raconteur Robert Wuhl joins Neil Rosen, Bill McCuddy and Bill Bregoli and we have quite a difference of opinion when it comes to "Dunkirk." Let's just say two were "for" and two were "against." You'll have to tune in to find out. Bill Bregoli has what Woody Harrelson and Brie Larson have to say about "The Glass Castle" as well as why Anthony LaPaglia thought his job in "Annabelle: Creation" was to creep out the little girls on the set. We also discuss Glenn Campbell's passing as well as the week's new movies On Demand, not to mention David Letterman's new Netflix show. And RObert Wuhl tells us about his days as a gameshow contestant, the new act he's working on and he has news for "Arli$$" fans. It's a lot to take in and it's all right here.

"The Dark Tower" opens this weekend. It's a long-awaited production and based on Stephen King novels. So why the hell haven't we seen it yet? Neil Rosen, Bill McCuddy, and Bill Bregoli have guest Jack Rico of the Highly Relevant Podcast stop by and he explains theat it has something to do with "Rotten Tomatoes." Could it be that the site isn't all it's cracked up to be? You've got to listen to find out. Theer's also the Korean action thriller "The Villainess" which we guarantee is unlike anything you've ever seen. Oh, and there's the new Katheryn Bigelow movie "Detroit." Is is worhty of Oscar buzz. Pluse we talk about the deaths of Sam Shepard and Jeanne Moreau. Thanks to the tomatoes it's a summer salad and it's all right here.

The old saying goes "Hell hath no Fury like Charlize Theron in 6-inch heels" or something like that. So Lisa Rosman returns and joins Neil Rosen, Bill McCuddy and Bill Bregoli to talk about "Atomic Blinde." Is it the "Female James Bond" and some people are saying? Then there's the modern rom-com "The Big Sick" and Lisa discusses several new Netflix series "Friends From College," "GLOW." "Gypsy" and "Ozark." We also discuss the sad passing of actor John Heard and the possibility of Anne Hathaway playing Barbie. Hmm...Lots to think about and it's all right here.

We always have interesteing guest and this time we've got an honest-to-goodness YouTube sensation - Grace Randolph! She tells Neil Rosen, Bill McCuddy and Bill Bregoli how she gets millions of views for her very timely and unique reactions to movie trailers and delves into the mysterious world of YouTube. Plus Bill Bregoli reviews "Dunkirk. It's the first movie of the summer to get serious Oscar buzz and is directed by Christopher Nolan and is the dramatic debut of One Direction star Harry Styles - and also stars Mark Rylance, Tom Hardy and Fionn Whitehead. Then Bill McCuddy talks about "The Trip to Spain," the third in a series of "trip" films starring Steve Coogan. Oh, but there's so much more, including free, short movies you should see on the internet and why some people don't like Anne Hathaway. It's another summer feast and it's all right here.

The summer movie season is in full swing so Neil Rosen, Bill McCuddy, Bill Bregoli and special guest Mike Sargent look at the latest Hollywood tentpoles. First there's "Spider-Man Homecoming" - how does it compare to the previous Spider-Man movies? And do we have to sit through another origin story. And while we're talking franchises there's "War for the Planet of the Apes." It's the third in the franchises latest incarnation and it's got critics buzzing. Plaus Bill McCuddy runs down the latest offerings on DVD and on demand. 

Independence Day is here so Neil Rosen, Bill McCuddy and Bill Bregoli unleash their fireworks on the latest summer offerings including "Baby Driver" - It may get you thinking it's about classic rock but it may be one of the year's most original movies. There's also "Despicable Me 3" starring the voice of Steve Carell. There's also the movie they wouldn't show to the critics -  "The House" which stars Will Farrell and Amy Poehler. We wonder aloud just what the reason is. And in time for the holiday Neil talks about patriotic movies, Bill McCuddy talks about an "Personal Shopper" which is now on demand and Bill Bregoli takes a look at the Netflix lady-wrestler series "GLOW." It's all guaranteed to put you in a headlock!

Summer's just begun and things are already heating up. So Neil Rosen, Bill McCuddy, Bill Bregoli enlist Roger Friedman of Showbiz 4-1-1 to get his take on some interesting developments. Like how the directors of the Han Solo Star Wars film got fired - and how George Clooney made a fortune on his tequila business. That's just the beginning. There's also the new quirky comedy "The Big Sick" which you may want to seek out if you're looking for refuge from films like "The Mummy." Roger also gives us his take on Rotten Tomatoes and Miley Cyrus. It's one big summer salad and it's all right here.

This week we're visited once again by writer/comedian/actor and raconteur Robert Wuhl who joins Neil Rosen, Bill McCuddy and Bill Bregoli to give his special insight into what's happening in showbiz today. Hear what Robert has to say about the NY Times' list of the century's 25 best movies so far as well as his take on last weekend's Tony Awards. He also has some unique insights into what it's like to put on an award show (he's worked on the Oscars) and he also has some interesting news for fans of his HBO show "Arli$$." Tune in! 

The summer movie season continues and now that "Wonder Woman" has hit it big how will it stand up against "The Mummy" which stars Tom Cruise? Neil Rosen, Bill McCuddy, Bill Bregoli and special guest Mike Sargent of WBAI radio take on this first movie in Universal's "Dark Universe" series. How does it measure up against Universal's classic monster movies? And most important - is it scary? Plus there's the soldier and her dog movie "Megan Leavey." We also look at this week's On Demand titles including "Beauty and the Beast" and "The Cure for Wellness." And since there's more to life than movies we discuss Bill Maher's N-word controversy. Lots to talk about this week! 

That's there's a new superhero movie hitting the theaters is no suprise but this one is about a female superhero aof all things and it stars someone you probably haven't heard of. So Neil Rosen, Bill McCuddy and Bill Bregoli call in superhero film expert Jack Rico to find out so see if this distaff superhero can truly kick butt. And speaking of powerful women - what's all this about Kathy Griffin? Did she go to far or not far enough? Plus we talk about the Tony Awards and On Demand movies as well as the 2nd season fo the streaming show "Master of None."

Despite the weather Hollywood says it's Summer. So Neil Rosen, Bill McCuddy, Bill Bregoli and special guest Lisa Rosman take on the big-screen version of "Baywatch" starring Dwayne Johnson. And while we're in the water there's also "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Mean Tell No Tales." But there's so much more. Bill McCuddy tells us about "Becoming Cary Grant" and a hidden gem called "Buster's Mal Heart." Lisa tells us about "The Big Sick" as what she's been watching on the small screen including :The Americans" and "Wizard of Lies." Tis the season for watching everything that's good!

The Summer season is upon us so Neil Rosen, Bill McCuddy, Bill Bregoli and Jack Rico take on the latest blockbuster to be - "Alien: Covenant." Has Ridley Scott got his groove back? Plus Bill McCuddy talks about a hidden gem among the On Demand movies called "Hounds of Love." Jack Rico brings us up to date on the network Up-Fronts and we delve into the latest Steve Harvey scandal. willl it hurt his career? And just remember, unlike Harvey - you can talk to us anytime.

In the grand tradition of the famous Hope Crosby Road Movies our podcast eminates from exotic mid-town New York where Bill McCuddy was gracious enough to host Neil Rosen and Bill Bregoli in his well-apointed apartment overlooking 7th Avenue and Carnegie Hall. Ah, but there's more to this than a fancy location - we also take a look at the new Guy Ritchie directed film "King Arthur : Legend of the Sword." And you'll hear what stars Charile Hunnam and Djimon have to say about it. Plus there's the new Amy Schumer - Goldie Hawn comedy "Snatched." Is it as classy as its name? Plus Bill McCuddy talks about the new film from up and coming starlet Bel Powley (if you don't believe me check out how many films she has coming on IMDB) called "Carrie Pilby." Neil fills you in on what's happening with "Talking Pictures" and what he likes on TV. We've got a classy address and it's right here.

You can take our pictures off the milk cartons now. We're back and glad to be talking to you once again. It's our first podcast since "Talking Pictures" got canceled by a the Cable Company Which Shall Not Be Named. Neil Rosen, Bill McCuddy, Lisa Rosman and Bill Bregoli tell you how the TV show got canceled and the efforts to get it back on the air. But it's not a downer - there's lots of other things to talk about including the Tribeca Film Festival which Bill M and Lisa attneded as well as the new "Guardians of the Galaxy" movie which both Bills saw. Plus, Lisa tells about her interview with a movie mogul, Neil fills us in on his set visit to "The Americans" and lots more. We're happy to be back and it shows!

Remember when Woody Harrelson was a bartender on a sitcom? Well now he's a big movie star and we've got Woody talking about his career and his new movie Wilson. Neil Rosen, Bill McCuddy, Bill Bregoli and guest Justin Browning review "Wilson" and you'll hear exclusive audio from Neil's interview with Woody. Ah, bu there's more: There's the drama "Miss Sloane" starring Jessica Chastain which is now on demand and home video. Plus a documentary about comedians called "Dying Laughing" and the Oscar nominated film "Lion" which you can now watch at home if you didn't see it in theaters. Is it worth your time? We'll let you know!

Where does "King Kong" film his movie? Anywhere he wants to. So Neil Rosen, Bill McCuddy, Bill Bregoli and special guest Cory Kahaney take a look at this latest incarnation of the beast filmed in Hawaii, Vietnam and Australia. How does it compare to the previous "Kong" Movies? And while we're on the subject of beasts - Disney's made a live action version of "Beauty and the Beast" starring Emma Watson" Is it a toe-tapper? And since Cory is a well-established stand-up comedian we ask what she thinks of the HBO series "Crashing" which takes place in the workd of stand-up comedy. But that's not all folks, we look at the French drama "Elle" and the sic-fi adventure "Passengers" now coming out on DVD. It's a wide-ranging show!

Hollywood showcased its best at last Sunday's Oscars...oh wait, what the hell? Talk about plot twists! It's always a strange show but this year was one for the ages. So Neil Rosen, Bill McCuddy, Bill Bregoli and special guest Jack Rico throw off their tuxes and try to figure out what went wrong as well as if anything went right. Should Warren Beatty have brought his reading glasses? Is your money safe with Price Waterhouse Coopers? And will Jimmy Kimmel ever host again? Plus we review Brad Pitt's "Allied," "Doctor Strange" and "Catfight" which stars Sandra Oh and Anne Heche (hats off to you if you remember them). It's weird, it's wonderful and it's all right here. 

It's that time of year again - no, not tax time - time for all the know-it-alls in your office to put together an Oscar pool. And here's your chance to steal your co-workers' lunch money because Neil Rosen, Bill McCuddy, Bill Bregoli and guest Perri Nemiroff of "Collider" go head to head and reveal their picks for the golden statuette. Is "La La Land" a lock? Maybe not, and there are possible uspets in several categories. We tell you who we thinnk will win and who should really win. It's not always the same. But it's always fun and it beats renting a tux so listen in!

Creepy is as creepy does and director Gore Verbinski has a new psychological thriller opening this week called "A Cure for Wellness." So Neil Rosen, Bill McCuddy and Bill Bregoli tell you what they think of this ultra-creepy movie. And Bill Bregoli has exclusive audio of what Dale DeHaan, Jason Isaacs and Gore Verbinski told him about their experiences making the film - hint, there are eels in it. Then there's "In Dubious Battle" which is based on John Steinbeck's novel and stars James Franco (of course), Vincent D'Onofrio and Selena Gomez (really!). And finally there's the coming-of-age story "The Edge of Seventeen" which stars Hailee Steinfled and Woody Harrelson. It may be about teenagers but somehow it managed to move all of us old guys. Something anyone can relate to and it's all right here.