So I Married A Film Critic

Before you go return some video tapes, join Barry and Julia for their conversation on the horror film, American Psycho. Topics include the original 1991 banned book written by Bret Easton Ellis, how Julia found the comedy in the horror, their favorite scenes and the thing Julia wished she knew before they got married. Comment with your favorite quote or scene from the film. Please like and subscribe! We appreciate it!Follow the show behind the scenes on IG @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast.

Barry has Julia at, "Are you that film critic guy?" In this episode, your hosts talk about the eternally popular "Jerry Maguire" (1996). They discuss all things Cameron Crowe, debate the painfully earnest dialog, comment on how a great Springsteen tune became an unceasing 90's ear-worm, and question if the film's eternal optimism holds up in the 21st century. And yes, Barry and Julia reenact the moment they first met (cue the Springsteen tune!).For more behind the scenes from the show, follow along on IG @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast.

Barry and Julia discuss this classic sci-fi film from 1978. They get into the mechanics of how the pod people arrive from space. Is it space sperm? They talk about the meaning of the film as a cult and fight against conformity. They wonder about public mud baths and how dog man was created. Barry also gets into his epic day walking around San Francisco on a self-guided Invasion of the Body Snatchers Tour. This episode was a listener request. Thank you Jason!Follow the show on IG @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast.

A zany listener request, Barry and Julia talk about what it takes to be a Bounty Hunter, what this movie would be like if Cher was in it and who has the best mustache in Hollywood. Join us for a "Midnight Run" through this unexpected buddy comedy staring Robert DeNiro and Charles Grodin, a 70's hottie. Follow us on Instagram @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast for more behind the scenes, what else we're watching that doesn't make it on the show and more random thoughts.

Barry and Julia grab a broom and fly to the wonderful land of Oz for an epic time at Shiz University. Listen in for Barry's take on musical theater, talking goats and hiring actors who can't sing. Julia does her best Ga-Linda impression and thinks this movie definitely defies gravity even if it is way too long. Scandalocious material ahead. For more behind the scenes of the podcast, follow along on IG @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast.

Would you take a mystery substance to be younger? That's the question asked in the unhinged, gory and overly long film, "The Substance." Barry and Julia discuss whether they would take the Substance, what's missing from this film, why they found it hilarious and the "Julia Scale" of scary movies. Let us know if you saw this one or if our episode encourages you to see it. Follow us on Instagram for more @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast.

Your hosts, Barry and Julia, jump into the gladiator ring and talk about everything from Russell Crowe's replacement, how nasty the twin emperors are, Dondus the Monkey and if the US has it's own version of Roman entertainment. Bread and circuses, anyone? Join us as we talk about the history and the heros of this wild tale that jumped the shark, literally. Follow the show on Instagram @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast. Please like, subscribe, leave a review and comment.

Barry and Julia delve into the 2024 body horror film "Night B*tch" starring Amy Adams as an exhausted mom turned...dog? Based on the critically acclaimed novel of the same name, this film got your hosts talking about parenthood, sleepless nights and whether "Mother" should have gotten back with her husband or murdered him. This discussion will resonate with anyone who has stayed up rocking a baby and then sleepily walked that child to the library the next day just for some social interaction. Did this film resonate? Listen in and hear their candid conversation but don't worry, Barry will bring it back to the absurd rather quickly. Follow the show on IG @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast.

Barry and Julia are back with new episodes in 2025 and are starting with the controversial title, "It Ends with Us." What was once a surprise summer blockbuster has soured into a wave of bad press. Your hosts discuss the difference between a Meet Cute and a Meet Creepy Atop a Building, the likeliness of running a flower shop despite no visible customers, the bad flashbacks vs. the even worse present scenes, the awful names of the characters and how Blake Lively is stuck having two lousy hot dudes to choose from. While we understand the importance of a topic like domestic violence, this film is worthy of our snarky critique and we tell you why. If you are a victim of domestic violence please know there is help out there: 1.800.799.7233. For more behind the scenes commentary please follow us on Instagram @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast.

What happens when your hosts only have the unrated version of a movie? They watch it and give you the breakdown of 1992's most talked about film noir, Basic Instinct. Is the killer obvious in this movie? Your hosts are divided on that, but can agree that all of the characters are terrible and they're rooting for no one. Does Michael Douglas deserve a happy ending? Find out in this episode! Watch us talk about Basic Instinct on our YouTube channel. Like, subscribe and leave a comment. We appreciate it!

Barry and Julia tag along with the road warriors and discuss where in this post-apocalyptic world they would live and work. Julia talks about the scene that almost ruined the whole movie for her while Barry discusses how he'd love to be employed by Imortan Joe. Rev up your engines for our last episode before we take a Summer break. So I Married a Film Critic will be back July 12th. Follow us on IG @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast and YouTube for our video debut. Please like, subscribe, leave a review and share with your friends.

We jump back to the 1960s to discuss this Stephen King novela about four boys who take a journey to see a dead body. While the subject matter of this film is a little downbeat, we find some humor on their trip dodging trains, getting attacked by leaches, telling gross stories and dealing with their trauma. Highly recommend watching this coming-of-age movie if you’ve never seen it. Follow us on Instagram @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast.

We go back to the past and into the future to talk about the rise of the machines in the original "The Terminator." Discussions include how 80s everything is, time traveling naked, can James Cameron direct a love scene, should Kyle Reese have lived a little longer, and the quote that makes Julia swoon. So get your neon and large overcoat on and join us at Tech Noir for how technology will eventually ruin our lives. Follow us on Instagram for more behind the scenes footage and movies that don't make the show @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast.

Blood Simple, the first film directed by the Coen Brothers, takes us on the familiar film noir journey of affairs, murders and misunderstandings. Do Francis McDormand and John Getz have the passion to pull off their desire to be together? Why are there no curtains in anyone’s home? How would you clean up a murder scene? We get into all the details!

May the 4th be with you...Barry and Julia go back to the beginning of the Star Wars saga and discuss the much maligned Phantom Menace. Between talks of trade wars and Federation meetings, there's light saber battles, a Christ child, pod racing and Jedi who may or may not have their powers completely working. Not only was Jar Jar a mistake, but Liam Neeson looks embarrassed and bored, Anakin not evil enough, and why doesn't anyone notice who the real Queen Amadala is? We talk about all this and more! Follow BTS of the show on Instagram @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast.

Let's discuss the winding, labyrinth that is Christopher Nolan's magic drama "The Prestige." Who is the real bad guy in this film and are there any good guys? Does everyone have a double? Would you kill your clone? Would you trick everyone in real life in order to keep your magic a secret? Hear Barry's Michael Cane accent and Julia's question that officially stumped him. Then let us know if our theories are correct. Follow us on Instagram and YouTube.

You may think you've heard us talk about Waterworld in other episodes, but we dive deep into the bananas plot of this over-budget wanna-be Mad Max. Why is Kevin Costner's character the Mariner so unlikable? Would you drink your own pee if you could? Is this film too dark in some parts? Would you rather be alone in Waterworld or a part of the pirate Smokers? And finally, Barry gives his take on how the Mariner got gills, what other body parts are deformed and if he can perform with women. This episode is dedicated to my dad who took me to see this movie when I was 15 in the theater and had so much fun, I’ll never forget it. - Julia

We've had the time of our lives...talking about this classic drama with Jennifer Grey and Patrick Swayze. It's the early 60s in the Catskills and Julia thinks going to the Kellerman's for the summer sounds like fun, while Barry thinks it sounds exhausting, like being on a cruise. Discussions include the true villians of the movie: Robbie and the old couple who steals, the terrible dialogue, a botched abortion, and of course, all the dirty dancing! Follow the show on Instagram @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast.

Hello, Clarice…how about a nice glass of Chianti? Barry finds the unexpected humor in this gothic horror film. Who’s the real villain of this movie? Hannibal or Precious the dog? Julia gives some safety advice on avoiding murder vans, helping people move furniture and the logic problems of Buffalo Bills living situation. Would you adopt the dog of a serial killer? All of these questions and more are answered! Follow the show on Instagram for BTS and other movies we watch that don’t make it on the show @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast.

Your hosts discuss the beloved musical, The Greatest Showman, starring Hugh Jackman, Michelle Williams, Zac Efron and Zendaya. Does it deserve all the hype? Barry doesn't think there are any stakes. Julia likes a couple of the songs and the Zac and Zandaya love story. Barry is a grinch when it comes to this spectacle. What do you think? Listen in and tell us what you think. Follow the show behind the scenes on Instagram @soimarriedafilmcritic_podcast.