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EPISODE · Feb 2, 2026 · 14 MIN

Is This Thing On? - Movie Review

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Is This Thing On? - Movie Review. Today we’re reviewing Is This Thing On?, Bradley Cooper’s latest dramedy starring Will Arnett and Laura Dern. This film takes a fresh look at love, loss, and rediscovery through the lens of a long-term couple navigating divorce and finding unexpected meaning in life — in this case, through stand-up comedy and personal reinvention.In this spoiler-free review, we break down the performances, tone, direction, and how this story balances humor and heart. We’ll talk about what Is This Thing On? does well — like its emotional honesty and strong cast chemistry — and where it might feel a little slow or uneven for some viewers.If you’re into character-driven stories with real feelings, gentle laughs, and thoughtful reflections on relationships and midlife transformation, this review will help you decide if this movie is for you.Drop your thoughts in the comments after you see it — did this one hit the right notes for youThe Afternoon Tune’s Links: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheAfternoonTune_/featured Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/afternoontune FB: https://www.facebook.com/TheAfternoonTune/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-afternoon-tune/id1532847556 Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/7odRgqkr65eD1XYYTKiEOe?si=0M_t1hARSsiPe1pLn_MKqw&nd=1 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theafternoontune IG: https://www.instagram.com/theafternoontune/ Threads: https://www.threadvs.net/@theafternoontuneBlue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/theafternoontune.bsky.social Nick’s LinksIG: https://instagram.com/nightndaynick?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Twitter:https://mobile.twitter.com/NightNDayNickTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nightndaynickTwitch.Tv/NightNDayNick#bradleycooper #willarnett #review

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