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Freeze Frame is a weekly show reviewing the latest movies from Hollywood's best films to independent and arthouse movies.
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Russ Simmons is a two-time winner of the National Entertainment Journalism Award for "Best TV Movie Critic." His work has been featured on television, online and in print for over two decades.
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Freeze Frame is a weekly show reviewing the latest movies from Hollywood’s best films to independent and arthouse movies.
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May 20, 2022 Arts & Culture, Podcast, Short Segment
Freeze Frame: “Downton Abbey: A New Era” (PG), “Senior Year” (R)
The second feature film from the "Downton Abbey" universe and a Netflix comedy starring Rebel Wilson get the once-over from Russ in this week's movie review segment.
ListenMay 13, 2022 Arts & Culture, Podcast, Short Segment
Freeze Frame: “On the Count of Three” (R), “Operation Mincemeat” (PG-13), “Happening” (R)
Russ covers an edgy comedy about suicide, a WWII cloak-and-dagger melodrama and a French abortion drama, are all new in theaters this week.
ListenApril 29, 2022 Arts & Culture, Podcast, Short Segment
Freeze Frame: “Memory” (R), “The Survivor” (R), “Polar Bear” (PG)
Russ covers the latest Liam Neeson action flick, a historical drama on HBO Max and a DisneyNature doc about polar bears.
ListenApril 22, 2022 Arts & Culture, Podcast, Short Segment
FREEZE FRAME: “The Northman” (R), “Everything, Everywhere, All At Once” (R), “The Bad Guys” (PG)
An ultra-violent take on the legend that inspired "Hamlet," an R-rated sci-fi martial arts action arthouse comedy with overtones of romance and heartfelt family dynamics...and an animated caper movie. They're all covered in this week's movie review segment!
ListenApril 15, 2022 Arts & Culture, Podcast, Short Segment
Freeze Frame: “Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore” (PG-13), “Father Stu” (R)
The latest from the wizarding world of Harry Potter and an inspirational drama starring Mark Wahlberg are both new in theaters this week.
ListenApril 8, 2022 Arts & Culture, Podcast, Short Segment
FREEZE FRAME: “All the Old Knives” (R), “Sonic the Hedgehog 2” (PG), “Agent Game” (R)
Russ covers a couple of new spy thrillers, one starring Chris Pine and the other with Mel Gibson, and a Sega Game movie sequel.
ListenApril 1, 2022 Arts & Culture, Podcast, Short Segment
Freeze Frame: “Morbius” (PG-13), “The Bubble” (R), “Better Nate Than Ever” (PG), “The Devil You Know” (R), “Apollo 10 1/2” (PG-13)
Russ reviews a Marvel horror flick, a Netflix showbiz comedy, a Disney+ musical, a gritty R-rated urban drama and a nostalgic Netflix animated entry. How's that for variety?
ListenMarch 25, 2022 Arts & Culture, Podcast, Short Segment
Freeze Frame: “The Lost City” PG-13, “Infinite Storm” (R), “All My Friends Hate Me” (R)
Russ reviews a Sandra Bullock/Channing Tatum comic romance, a harrowing true survival story and an offbeat British horror comedy...all new in this week's lineup.
ListenMarch 18, 2022 Arts & Culture, Podcast, Short Segment
Freeze Frame: “Deep Water” (R), “Windfall” (R), “Master” (R)
Russ covers an erotic thriller starring Ben Affleck and Ana de Armas, a crime drama with Jason Segel, Lily Collins and Jesse Plemons and a horror entry called "Master."
ListenMarch 11, 2022 Arts & Culture, Podcast, Short Segment
Freeze Frame: “The Adam Project” (PG-13), “Turning Red” (PG)
Russ gives the 4-1-1 on two new streaming options, "The Adam Project" on Netflix and "Turning Red" on Disney+.
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