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  • Episode 48 — Supergirl (2026) — Great Character. Wrong Movie | Fork Rating
    2026/08/31

    AJ reviews Supergirl (2026), starring Milly Alcock as Kara Zor-El and Jason Momoa as Lobo.

    After unexpectedly loving Superman, AJ went into the latest chapter of the new DC Universe genuinely curious to see where it would go next.

    This Supergirl is darker, angrier and very different from her famous cousin — a choice AJ was more than willing to embrace.

    But an interesting character is only the beginning.

    So, does Supergirl give Kara Zor-El the movie she deserves?

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    Hosted by AJ Jones, this podcast cuts through hype, marketing, and awards buzz to answer one simple question:

    Is this movie actually worth your time?


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    10 分
  • Episode 47 — The Odyssey (2026) — Nolan Makes an Epic Worth the Journey
    2026/08/27

    Christopher Nolan takes on Homer, the Trojan War, Greek gods, monsters, one ridiculously stacked cast — and nearly three hours of movie.

    And somehow, he pulls it off.


    In this spoiler-free review of The Odyssey, AJ talks about the sheer scale of Nolan’s adaptation, the spectacular Trojan Horse sequence, the incredible sound and visuals, and a cast that includes Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, Tom Holland, Zendaya, Lupita Nyong’o, Robert Pattinson, Charlize Theron, Elliot Page, John Leguizamo — and what feels like half of Hollywood.

    But underneath all that spectacle is something surprisingly human: a man trying to get home, and the cost of the years, violence and distance separating him from the people waiting there.

    AJ also talks about Matt Damon’s standout performance, why Elliot Page makes such an impression with limited screen time, and why The Odyssey may already have entered the Oscar conversation.

    Is it long? Oh, fuck yes.

    Is it worth seeing on the biggest, loudest screen you can find?

    AJ gives a fork.

    🍴 Movies I Give a Fork About

    Movies don’t get stars — they get forks.


    Hosted by AJ Jones, this podcast cuts through hype, marketing, and awards buzz to answer one simple question:

    Is this movie actually worth your time?


    🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts

    📸 Follow on Instagram: @moviesigiveaforkabout

    🌐 Podcast site: giveaforkmovies.com


    New episodes drop when a movie earns a fork.

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    17 分
  • Episode 46 — The Sheep Detectives 2026): Murder, Mystery & Mischievous Sheep | Fork Rating
    2026/08/10

    In this episode of Movies I Give a Fork About, AJ trades emotional devastation for laughter with The Sheep Detectives (2026) – a charming family mystery in which a flock of unusually observant sheep sets out to solve their shepherd's murder.

    Featuring an all-star cast led by Hugh Jackman and an unforgettable voice ensemble, this clever adaptation of Three Bags Full delivers dry British humour, impressive visual effects, and plenty of heart.

    AJ discusses why not every film needs to reinvent cinema to be worth watching, highlights the film's surprising emotional moments, and explains why this delightful whodunit earns its fork rating.


    🍴 Movies I Give a Fork About

    Movies don’t get stars — they get forks.


    Hosted by AJ Jones, this podcast cuts through hype, marketing, and awards buzz to answer one simple question:

    Is this movie actually worth your time?


    🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts

    📸 Follow on Instagram: @moviesigiveaforkabout

    🌐 Podcast site: giveaforkmovies.com


    New episodes drop when a movie earns a fork.

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    8 分
  • Episode 45 — Promising Young Woman (2020): Revenge Isn't the Point | Fork Rating
    2026/08/06

    In this episode of Movies I Give a Fork About, AJ revisits Promising Young Woman (2020) more than six years after its release to see whether it still carries the same emotional impact. It does.

    Written and directed by Emerald Fennell, this isn't simply a revenge thriller—it's a fearless examination of grief, trauma, complicity, and the culture that too often protects "good guys" while failing survivors.

    AJ explores Carey Mulligan's extraordinary performance, Fennell's bold filmmaking, and why this film remains just as relevant today.

    AJ discusses why this movie challenges its audience long after the credits roll—and one that deserves to start difficult but necessary conversations.


    🍴 Movies I Give a Fork About

    Movies don’t get stars — they get forks.


    Hosted by AJ Jones, this podcast cuts through hype, marketing, and awards buzz to answer one simple question:

    Is this movie actually worth your time?


    🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts

    📸 Follow on Instagram: @moviesigiveaforkabout

    🌐 Podcast site: giveaforkmovies.com


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    13 分
  • Episode 44 — Meadowlarks (2025): The Stories Canada Didn't Teach Us | Fork Rating
    2026/07/28

    In this episode of Movies I Give a Fork About, AJ reviews Meadowlarks (2025)—a deeply moving Canadian drama inspired by the real experiences of Indigenous siblings separated during the Sixties Scoop.

    What begins as a film review becomes a personal reflection on history, identity, and the stories many Canadians were never taught.

    AJ explores the film's quiet power, Tasha Hubbard's thoughtful direction, the authentic performances, and why Meadowlarks is an essential watch for anyone seeking to better understand Canada's past and the ongoing journey toward reconciliation.

    This isn't just a movie that earns a fork rating—it earns your attention.

    🍴 Movies I Give a Fork About

    Movies don’t get stars — they get forks.


    Hosted by AJ Jones, this podcast cuts through hype, marketing, and awards buzz to answer one simple question:

    Is this movie actually worth your time?


    🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts

    📸 Follow on Instagram: @moviesigiveaforkabout

    🌐 Podcast site: giveaforkmovies.com


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    10 分
  • Episode 43 — Moving Parts (2019) | The Person Behind Trixie Mattel | Fork Rating
    2026/07/04

    In this episode of Movies I Give a Fork About, I review Moving Parts, the documentary that follows drag superstar Trixie Mattel during one of the most demanding and transformative periods of her career.

    Recommended to me by my daughter—a fellow longtime RuPaul’s Drag Race fan—this wasn’t a documentary I had planned to watch. What I expected was a behind-the-scenes look at a drag performer. What I found instead was a thoughtful and surprisingly vulnerable examination of ambition, identity, friendship, and the personal cost of success.

    In this episode, I discuss how the documentary peels back the larger-than-life persona of Trixie Mattel to reveal David Silver, the person behind the makeup, the brand, and the performance. I also explore the film’s portrayal of the pressures of fame, the challenges within creative partnerships, and why some of its most powerful moments have nothing to do with drag at all.

    Whether you’re a longtime fan of Trixie Mattel and Katya, a follower of drag culture, or simply someone interested in documentaries about the human experience, Moving Parts offers an honest look at what can happen when professional success arrives faster than life can keep up with it.

    🍴 Movies I Give a Fork About

    Movies don’t get stars — they get forks.


    Hosted by AJ Jones, this podcast cuts through hype, marketing, and awards buzz to answer one simple question:

    Is this movie actually worth your time?


    🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts

    📸 Follow on Instagram: @moviesigiveaforkabout

    🌐 Podcast site: giveaforkmovies.com


    New episodes drop when a movie earns a fork.

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    8 分
  • Episode 42 — Wuthering Heights (2026) | Beautiful, Divisive, and Unmistakably Emerald Fennell | Fork Rating
    2026/06/30

    This episode of Movies I Give a Fork About, I discuss Emerald Fennell’s bold new adaptation of Wuthering Heights, starring Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi.

    While much of the conversation surrounding the film has focused on its departures from Emily Brontë’s novel, the casting of Heathcliff, and the controversy that has followed, my experience with the film was shaped by something else entirely: the filmmaking.

    From breathtaking cinematography and stunning costume design to a haunting score and emotionally charged performances, Wuthering Heights is a film that feels meticulously crafted in every frame. I explore what makes Fennell such a distinctive filmmaker, why Margot Robbie’s Catherine captivated me, and whether a film adaptation should be judged by its faithfulness to the source material or by its success as cinema.

    I also dive into the criticism surrounding the film, including the debate over Jacob Elordi’s casting and the broader question of what audiences expect from beloved literary adaptations.

    Whether you’re a lifelong fan of Emily Brontë’s novel or simply curious about one of the year’s most talked-about films, there’s plenty to unpack in this gothic romance that has audiences sharply divided.

    🍴 Movies I Give a Fork About

    Movies don’t get stars — they get forks.


    Hosted by AJ Jones, this podcast cuts through hype, marketing, and awards buzz to answer one simple question:

    Is this movie actually worth your time?


    🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts

    📸 Follow on Instagram: @moviesigiveaforkabout

    🌐 Podcast site: giveaforkmovies.com


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    12 分
  • Episode 41 — Better Man (2024): Why the Chimpanzee Works | Fork Rating
    2026/06/26

    In this episode of Movies I Give a Fork About, I discuss Better Man, the unconventional musical biopic that tells the story of Robbie Williams in a way no other music biography has dared to attempt.

    At first glance, the decision to portray Williams as a CGI chimpanzee seems bizarre. But as the film unfolds, that creative choice becomes one of its greatest strengths, offering a powerful visual representation of insecurity, self-doubt, and the gap between how the world sees us and how we see ourselves.

    Directed by Michael Gracey (The Greatest Showman), Better Man delivers spectacular musical sequences and stunning visual effects, but what impressed me most was its willingness to confront addiction, fame, self-destruction, and vulnerability without glamourizing any of it. This is a film about the search for validation, the damage we do trying to outrun ourselves, and the long road toward self-acceptance.

    I also talk about why the film resonated with me personally, particularly its portrayal of addiction and recovery, and why one reimagined musical number sent me straight to Spotify afterward. Sometimes the most moving stories aren’t about becoming famous—they’re about learning to live with yourself once the applause stops.

    🍴 Movies I Give a Fork About

    Movies don’t get stars — they get forks.


    Hosted by AJ Jones, this podcast cuts through hype, marketing, and awards buzz to answer one simple question:

    Is this movie actually worth your time?


    🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts

    📸 Follow on Instagram: @moviesigiveaforkabout

    🌐 Podcast site: giveaforkmovies.com


    New episodes drop when a movie earns a fork.

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    12 分