Movie Joust!
by Jesse Nussman, Jason Evans, Josh Sewell
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About this podcast
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.
Episodes
The newest 20 of 82 episodes
- 'Clayface' Brings Horror to DC Universe | Plus, 'Wicker,' and 'A Talent for Murder' · 51 minIn this episode of Movie Joust!, we dive into DC’s latest release, Clayface, exploring how director James Watkins transforms the iconic Gotham villain's origin story into a dark…
- 'You Can See Everything' is a Masterpiece | Plus, 'Musk' and 'Whalefall' · 1 h 7 minIs Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim’s A24 documentary 'You Can See Everything' an instant non-fiction masterpiece? On this episode of Movie Joust!, we dive deep into the…
- 'The Social Reckoning' Takes on Facebook | Plus, 'Tenzing' & 'Your Mother, Your Mother, Your Mother' · 54 minThis week, the guys give their thoughts on "The Social Reckoning," Aaron Sorkin's spiritual sequel to the 2010 film "The Social Network." Then, they play catch-up with Apple's…
- 'Digger' Review: Is Tom Cruise's Latest a Misunderstood Masterpiece or Epic Disaster? | Plus, 'Primetime' and 'Verity' · 1 h 1 minIt's a jam-packed episode this week, as Jason, Jesse, and Josh joust over the merits of "Digger," Alejandro González Iñárritu's satirical comedy starring Tom Cruise. Then, the…
- 'Resident Evil' Rocks! | Plus, Ethan Hawke and Russell Crowe in 'The Weight' · 35 minThis 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…
- September Movie Rundown | Practical Magic 2, Hope, and The Runner · 47 minJesse 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…
- 'Onslaught' Review & the Return of Mumblecore Favorites · 34 minRemember 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…
- End of Summer Hangover Movies | It Ends, Dog Stars, & More · 40 minWe'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…
- 'Tony' & 'The Rivals of Amziah King' | Two Late-Summer Character Dramas · 40 minThis 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…
- 'The End of Oak Street' vs. 'Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma' Review · 39 minFrom 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…
- Dystopian Rom-Com vs. Eli Roth Horror: One Night Only & Ice Cream Man Review · 45 minOn 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…
- Spider-Man: Brand New Day Review: MCU Saved or Overhyped? · 46 minIn 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…
- Fall Movie Box Office Predictions! · 57 minIn this episode, three seasoned film critics — Jason Evans, Jesse Nussman, and Josh Sewell — dive into the unpredictable world of September and October releases. You'll discover…
- Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey Review | IMAX Masterpiece or Overindulgent Epic · 49 minOn this week's episode of Movie Joust!, Atlanta film critics Jason, Jesse, and Josh step into the arena to debate Nolan's massive, $250 million adaptation of Homer's ancient…
- Island Gods, Awkward Dinners, and the Ultimate Jon Hamm Pass · 39 minThis week on Movie Joust!, we are squaring off against a wildly diverse trio of new releases. First up, we set sail into controversial waters to review Disney's brand-new…
- 'Supergirl' thoughts | Plus, is 'Toy Story' the best movie franchise? · 52 minThis week, Jason and Josh give their thoughts on 'Supergirl' and whether it signals the end of the superhero movie era. Then, Jesse joins to talk about 'Toy Story 5' and…
- Steven Spielberg Movies Ranked | From 'Jaws' to 'Disclosure Day' · 1 h 12 minWith "Disclosure Day" out in theaters, we're ranking all 35 movies directed by Steven Spielberg and placing them into our own tier list.
- 'Disclosure Day' Review | Thoughts on Steven Spielberg's Alien Picture · 47 minJesse and Josh both break down Steven Spielberg's new UFO movie starring Emily Blunt, Josh O'Conner, Colin Firth, and Colman Domingo. We break down which Spielberg classics it is…
- 'The Mandalorian & Grogu' Review | 'Obsession' Becomes Horror Phenomenon · 38 minOn this week's episode, we review the latest 'Star Wars' entry and ponder why this franchise feels so stale now. Then, we share our excitement for one of the year's surprise…
- 'Star Wars' Movie Rankings · 1 h 0 minWith a new 'Star Wars' movie right around the corner, Jason, Jesse, and Josh are looking back on the previous journeys to a galaxy far, far away.
