Episode #396: 'Black Bag' with Kristen Lopez

Cate Blanchett, her wardrobe, Michael Fassbender, Rege-Jean Page, that house, Pierce Brosnan…there are so many nice things to look at in Steven Soderbergh’s new spy thriller, in theaters and already out on streaming now. The caper moves along, but does it move us? Find out with film critic and writer Kristen Lopez. Then we name some of our favorite movie marriages.What’s Good?Alonso - A stunt in the senate, finallyDrea - uptick in black cat adoption (thanks, Flow)Kristen - Finishing Women in Love for her forthcoming bookIfy - Catsitting for Gotrek and FelixITIDICSundance Moving to Boulder!Studios Making Money From Fake AI Trailers on YouTubeStaff PicksAlonso - An Unfinished FilmDrea - The Ballad of Wallis IslandKristen - The Goodbye GirlIfy - Léon: The Professional Help support this show and unlock bonus content! Become a member at https://maximumfun.org/joinmaxfilm Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher