Screen Verdict

Screen Verdict started with a review of Cars 2 that included a ranking every Pixar film. This week we're back with another podcast and a film to add to that list! Matt and Jonathan discuss whether we should move away from podcasting into the shoemaking business, decide whether we agree with a strict anti-music stance, and establish how long is it okay to leave your family to pursue your dreams. We then provide our Screen Verdict rating and debate where Coco should be placed in our Pixar ran. Lastly in Housekeeping we attempt to decipher a cryptic Valentine's day post from Matt. For all our reviews and competitions you can Like us at - https://www.facebook.com/ScreenVerdictPodcast

After a little time to mull over the latest instalment in the Star Wars series, Screen Verdict is back with their next review. Along the way we crunch the finances to make a bold prediction on the future of Star Wars, take our cues from Luke Skywalker on how to look cool while waiting for a meeting, and sift our way through a number of plot twists... or plot holes. For all our reviews and competitions you can Like us at - https://www.facebook.com/ScreenVerdictPodcast

The Screen Verdict detectives are on the case! After successfully solving the case of the missing cookies - https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/screenverdict/episodes/2014-04-28T23_01_32-07_00 - we use our trained eyes to review Netflix's American Vandal and hand out our guilty and not guilty verdicts. Along the way we share our suspects, theories and perhaps even turn on each other in a quest to find the ugly truth. We divide the podcast into Non-Spoiler and Spoiler segments depending on how far along the case you are at home. For all our reviews and competitions you can Like us at - https://www.facebook.com/ScreenVerdictPodcast

This week on the podcast we review the second series (or is it sequel?) of Netflix's Stranger Things. Along the way we discuss how far down the Upside Down rabbit hole we'd go to win someone's affection, show how easy it is for an unlikeable character to redeem themselves with an even less likeable character on the show, and why one of the episodes might have been better as a DVD extra. Lastly we give our Screen Verdict ratings and preview some upcoming podcasts in a quick Housekeeping segment. For all our reviews and competitions you can Like us at - https://www.facebook.com/ScreenVerdictPodcast

Screen Verdict likes to keep its finger on the pulse and despite the fact that Baby Driver was released in June the beat of the Baby Driver drum is still kicking and we give the fans what they want. Before our review Jonathan finds a statistical coincidence that could be a clue for our opinion on Baby Driver, and Matt shares his controversial visit to the Baby Driver premiere. Also on the podcast Matt reveals how he related to the film now that he can drive, whether referencing someone's name in a song is a good pick-up strategy and Matt and Jonathan figure out their Halloween costumes for 2018. For all our reviews and competitions you can Like us - https://www.facebook.com/ScreenVerdictPodcast

The MTV VMAs are the one time a year Screen Verdict weighs in on the music industry so we didn't let the fact they happened weeks ago stop us from sharing our opinions. We review each of the nominees in the Best Music Video category and with our combined scores out of 5 declare a Screen Verdict winner. Was it the same as the actual VMA winner? Both Matt and Jonathan avoided spoilers so we find out live on the podcast! Along the way we dissect Kendrick Lamar's golf swing, question Bruno Mars' pick up game and wonder whether Rhianna gives herself wild thoughts. For all our reviews and competitions you can Like us at - https://www.facebook.com/ScreenVerdictPodcast

This week on the podcast Screen Verdict reviews Emma Stone and Steve Carrell going head to head in Battle of the Sexes. Along the way we make a series of bad tennis puns, solve all gender issues, and discover the real value of vitamins. For all our reviews and competitions you can Like us at - https://www.facebook.com/ScreenVerdictPodcast

In a very special podcast Screen Verdict shares our take on the Emmy Awards show as well as all the major winners. We're also joined by friend of the podcast (and Jonathan's new wife) Bonnie Efird. Along the way discuss Stephen Colbert v John Oliver, decide whether Elaine Benes or Selina Meyer is the more iconic character, and why the This Is Us trailer editors need to be fired. Matt then shares some behind the scenes stories from the Emmys and the HBO after party including Jeffrey Tambor, Larry David, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Ben Affleck and more! Lastly in Housekeeping we share who won the Cooke Emmy betting and share some stories from Jonathan and Bonnie's wedding! For all our reviews and competitions you can Like us at - https://www.facebook.com/ScreenVerdictPodcast

On the podcast this week Matt and Jonathan review the SV award winning (as well as some Emmys or something) show Veep. Along the way we discuss Veep putting an Australian politician in hospital, choose the Veep character we'd pick to be our sperm donor, and make the call for Jonah Ryan 2020. Lastly we give a Screen Verdict rating and in Housekeeping we the new season of Curb Your Enthusiasm and learn about the cult hit (not verified) Michael Richards Show. For all our reviews and competitions you can Like us at - https://www.facebook.com/ScreenVerdictPodcast

This week Matt and Jonathan celebrate Screen Verdict's 200th podcast! Our very first podcast was a review of 'Cars 2' followed by a ranking of every Pixar film. With podcast 200 we come full circle as we review 'Cars 3' and update our Pixar rank. Along the way we share the Screen Verdict origin story (because Hollywood loves reboots), tackle some existential questions (where do cars come from?), discuss how to get back at your rivals post-retirement, ponder whether millennials are the most jealous generation, and ask self-aware Pixar were when throwing shade at merchandising. We then give 'Cars 3' our Screen Verdict rating and place it in our infamous Pixar Rank! Lastly in Housekeeping we discuss the true secret objective of Screen Verdict and the future of the podcast. For all our reviews and competitions you can Like us at - https://www.facebook.com/ScreenVerdictPodcast

On the podcast this week Matt and Jonathan review the highly anticipated Wonder Woman. Early on a Mario Kart analogy seems to sidetrack the podcast but eventually we discuss Claire Underwood as a Amazonian General, Themyscira's invisibility cloak, what to do with your sword at the department store, and why Germans speak English with a German accent. Lastly in Housekeeping we share some dubious pre-wedding health advice from podcast friend Dutchy, and tease an upcoming milestone - Podcast 200! For all our review and competitions you can Like us at - https://www.facebook.com/ScreenVerdictPodcast

This week on the Screen Verdict podcast we're joined by our good friend Bob Phelan from the Redbox Report - http://theredboxreport.com On the podcast we tell the story of how Bob nearly tore Screen Verdict apart by inviting us on his podcast one at a time. We also share the drama and politics of co-hosting a podcast. Our review of Master of None Season 2 contains SPOILERS as we discuss all of our favourite characters and biggest plot developments of the season. Along the way we share our insights on topics brought up by the show including dating, living in New York, and cooking shows. Lastly we give our Screen Verdict ratings and in Housekeeping we tease another cold case for the Screen Verdict True Detectives to solve. For all our reviews you can Like us at - https://www.facebook.com/ScreenVerdictPodcast And find Bob on the Redbox Report at - http://theredboxreport.com

This week on the podcast Screen Verdict reviews the latest Marvel film Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2. Topics include our expectations for the film, is there an end in sight for the Marvel franchise, where Star Lord's jacket rates amongst other iconic film jackets including Drive's scorpion jacket, whether Baby Groot lives up to the hype, and discuss each character (despite getting all the character names wrong). Lastly we give your Screen Verdict rating and in Housekeeping Matt shares an interview with Paul Rust (Netflix's 'Love') which starts a beef between Paul Rust and Jonathan. For all our reviews and competitions you can Like us at - https://www.facebook.com/ScreenVerdictPodcast/

This week on the podcast Screen Verdict is joined by special guest Bonnie Efird, also known as Jonathan's fiancee. The boys need a female perspective to tackle Netflix's relationship comedy 'Love' as we talk about making moves, dating etiquette and solving arguments. Along the way we talk about celebrity sightings in Los Angeles, whether you'd sleep next to someone that just threatened to murder you and what to do when you turn up early to a party. Lastly we provide our Screen Verdict ratings for the season and let you know what's coming up on the podcast. For all our reviews and competitions you can Like us at - https://www.facebook.com/ScreenVerdictPodcast

It's the biggest night in podcast entertainment! Live from the Screen Verdict Amphitheatre we bring you the most exclusive awards of the year as Matt and Jonathan award just 6 categories in film and television. We let you inside the voting process as Matt and Jonathan debate live on air which nominees should take home the prize for Best Television Actress, Best Television Actor, Best Television Series, Best Film Actor, Best Film Actress, and Best Film. Let us know whether you agree with our picks or whether we snubbed your favourites at - https://www.facebook.com/ScreenVerdictPodcast/

On the podcast this week Screen Verdict is excited to review the live action remake of Disney's classic Beauty and the Beast. Before we get started Matt and Jonathan share their first cinema experiences, rank our top animated Disney films, and share our expectations. Getting into the film we break down the 'controversy' surrounding LeFou and unsuccessfully try to work out exactly is the Beast. Matt also explains why he prefers a Plain Jane princess and Jonathan struggles to comprehend Emma Watson being described as a Plan Jane. Lastly we provide our Screen Verdict rating for the film and play us out with a clip from the Beauty and the Beast audio book!

This week on the podcast Screen Verdict welcomes our good friend Tom O'Neil from goldderby.com to break down the upsets and drama at this year's Academy Awards. Seeing as no one picked the Best Picture winner we debate who almost came closest to picking the winner. Jonathan also defends going 0/2 with his two podcast prediction 'locks'. Also, in podcast drama for the week Matt walks us through getting kicked out of a screening of Manchester by the Sea. We also reveal the fate of Matt's garlic bread which was left in the oven during the podcast. Lastly we tease our upcoming Screen Verdict Awards - the SVs! For all our reviews and competitions you can Like us at - https://www.facebook.com/ScreenVerdictPodcast

It's Oscar season and this week Screen Verdict enlists the help of Jonathan's fiancee Bonnie in order to review the Best Picture front runner - La La Land. With Jonathan's fandom for Ryan Gosling we get sidetracked naming our top 3 actors before we discuss the best approach for Matt scoring a date with Emma Stone. On the podcast Screen Verdict comes up with a game we want you to play at home involving starting a La La Land flash dance on the highway. Along the way we compare Ryan Gosling's character to Miles Teller's character in Whiplash, Bonnie relates to Emma Stone's actress life in LA, and choose our favourite LA locations from the film. Lastly we give our Screen Verdict ratings and in Housekeeping we discuss the Screen Verdict awards, share how Jonathan accidentally left a guest off the engagement party guest list and try to find Matt a wedding date.

This week Screen Verdict reviews the sci-fi western from HBO, Westworld. Along the way we discuss our favourite characters and plot twists as well as the types of characters we would be in the park, and answer the question of whether what happens in Westworld stays in Westworld. Lastly we give our Screen Verdict rating and share our New Year's Resolution in Housekeeping. For all our reviews and competitions you can Like us at - https://www.facebook.com/ScreenVerdictPodcast

Screen Verdict is back better and fatter than ever after the holidays! This week on the podcast we review the sci-fi film Arrival from Dennis Villeneuve featuring Amy Adams, Jeremy Renner and Forest Whitaker. Along the way we discuss the shelf life for alien spaceship selfies, how Amy Adams 'Columbo's' a rival linguist, and we answer the old age question of "would you rather know how you die or when you die?". Lastly we give our Screen Verdict ratings and in Housekeeping we resolve an unresolved mystery from our Stranger Things podcast For all our reviews and competitions you can Like us at - https://www.facebook.com/ScreenVerdictPodcast