The Couch Critic
The Couch Critic is your laid-back guide to movies and TV shows that deserve your attention—or maybe don’t. Nathan dives deep into storytelling, character development, and cinematic style with a sharp eye and a wry sense of humor. Whether it’s a blockbuster hit, a hidden gem, or a cult classic, Nathan’s relatable approach ensures every episode feels like a cozy chat with a friend who just happens to love film. Perfect for casual watchers and cinephiles alike, The Couch Critic brings thoughtful critique without the fluff. Grab your favorite snack, settle in, and let Nathan guide you through the world of screen entertainment.
Episodes
276 episodes
Zombies and Space Adventures: A Double Feature Review of '28 Years Later' and 'Elio'
From zombie hordes to outer space, our inaugural Cinema Sunday brings you a thought-provoking double feature that spans the spectrum of filmmaking today. Whether you're a horror enthusiast or family moviegoer, there's something here that deserv...
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Season 5
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Episode 51
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11:45
Breaking Down "Christmas with the Kranks"
Have you ever wanted to skip all the Christmas chaos and just escape to a tropical paradise? That's exactly what Luther and Nora Krank (played by Tim Allen and Jamie Lee Curtis) attempt in "Christmas with the Kranks," and their neighborhood is ...
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Season 5
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Episode 50
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5:51
Dragon Tales: When Animation Comes to Life (Or Should It?)
Dragons soar off the screen in this week's Cinema Saturday as I offer a deep-dive comparison between the animated How to Train Your Dragon and its brand-new live-action remake. The nostalgia-filled animated classic still holds up with its perfe...
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Season 5
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Episode 49
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11:13
Four Christmases: A Holiday Comedy With Star Power But Mixed Results
Welcome to another festive edition of The Couch Critic! Today we're unwrapping "Four Christmases," starring Reese Witherspoon and Vince Vaughn as a couple determined to avoid holiday family drama—until their plans literally get grounded. Sudden...
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8:37
Karate Kid Legends & John Wick Ballerina Double Feature
Grab your popcorn and settle in for a double feature that delivers exactly what movie fans crave! This week, we're diving into two action-packed films that might be flying under the radar but deserve your attention.First up is "Karate K...
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Season 5
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Episode 47
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10:27
Mission Impossible's Last Stand and a Lukewarm Holiday Safari
Ever had that moment where a movie franchise you've loved for decades suddenly can't keep you awake? That's exactly what happened with "Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning." After faithfully following Ethan Hunt's adventures since 1999, I f...
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Season 5
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Episode 46
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12:13
Through the Wardrobe: A Cinematic Journey into C.S. Lewis's Narnia
Step through the wardrobe with us as we explore the magical world of Narnia in this week's episode. Disney's 2005 adaptation of C.S. Lewis's beloved classic has stood the test of time, maintaining both its visual splendor and its profound alleg...
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Season 5
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Episode 45
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26:50
Stitch's Live-Action Letdown
Disney's live-action remake machine continues churning with their latest offering, Lilo & Stitch, and I have some strong thoughts about it. While box office numbers may tell one story, the heart of this Hawaiian tale seems to have gotten lo...
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Season 5
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Episode 44
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11:10
Scrooge's Musical Redemption: A 1970 Christmas Classic Revisited
Dickens' immortal tale of redemption takes center stage as Nathan and Katy dive into the 1970 musical adaptation "Scrooge," starring Albert Finney and Alec Guinness. What unfolds is a fascinating contrast in perspectives that perfectly captures...
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Season 5
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Episode 43
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19:36
When Premonitions Skip Generations: Is Final Destination Still Worth It?
Death has a new bloodline, and after 14 years, the Final Destination franchise returns with a twist that attempts to tie the entire series together. What happens when a grandmother who cheated death in the 1950s passes her visions to her grandd...
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Season 5
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Episode 42
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10:52
The Santa Claus Nobody Asked For
Missing the magic but packed with '80s nostalgia, the 1985 film "Santa Claus" takes center stage in this solo episode of The Couch Critic. Your host Nathan dives into this peculiar Christmas movie that Katy wisely opted to skip, and for good re...
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Season 5
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Episode 41
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8:55
From Rollercoasters to Racetracks: Ranking the Final Destination Films
Death always has a plan. With a sixth installment of the Final Destination franchise on the horizon after a 14-year absence, it's the perfect time to revisit the series that made us afraid of everyday activities from flying to roller coasters.<...
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Season 5
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Episode 40
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13:18
Love Actually: All the Ways We Connect
Hugh Grant dancing through 10 Downing Street. Emma Thompson crying to Joni Mitchell. A young boy dashing through airport security for love. These iconic moments from "Love Actually" have cemented its place in holiday movie history, but does thi...
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Season 5
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Episode 39
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24:01
Beyond the Asterisk: Unpacking Marvel's Thunderbolts*
Marvel fans rejoice! We're diving deep into "Thunderbolts*" (or should we say "The New Avengers"?) on this episode of Cinema Saturdays. After several divisive post-Endgame releases, has Marvel finally found its footing again with this ragtag te...
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Season 5
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Episode 38
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8:26
Lights and Rivalry: A Suburban Christmas Tale
Holiday rivalries reach new heights in "Deck the Halls," where Christmas spirit becomes a battleground between two suburban dads determined to outdo each other. Matthew Broderick brilliantly portrays Steve Finch, the town's self-proclaimed "Chr...
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Season 5
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Episode 37
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20:11
Until Dawn: From PlayStation to Silver Screen - A Critic's Take
Horror movies live and die by our connection to their characters. Why should we fear for people we don't care about? This fundamental challenge haunts Sony Pictures' latest video game adaptation "Until Dawn," a time-loop thriller that struggles...
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Season 5
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Episode 36
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9:52
Beyond Flying Cars: Revisiting a Family Classic
Remember that magical car that could fly, float, and bring families together? "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang" zooms back into our hearts as we revisit this 1968 musical fantasy classic starring the incomparable Dick Van Dyke. What we discovered might...
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Season 5
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Episode 35
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20:57
When Mystery Screenings Go Wrong: The Legend of Ochi Reviewed
Cinematic mystery boxes can yield treasures or disappointments – and this week, Nathan unpacks a decidedly strange Screen Unseen experience with A24's "The Legend of Ochi." This peculiar PG-rated creature feature stars Willem Dafoe, Emily Watso...
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Season 5
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Episode 34
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11:03
Unraveling the Legacy of Meet Me in St. Louis: Classic Cinema or Holiday Film?
Meet Me in St. Louis sparks a fascinating debate about what truly constitutes a Christmas movie. Does a film need to center around the holiday itself, or is it enough that Christmas simply occurs within the narrative? This vibrant MGM masterpie...
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Season 5
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Episode 33
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10:20
Batman Under the Red Hood: A Comic Fan's Review
Gotham's darkest secrets resurface in "Batman Under the Red Hood" as a mysterious vigilante forces the Dark Knight to confront his greatest failure. This week on Cinema Saturdays, we explore this emotional DC animated feature that brings one of...
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Season 5
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Episode 32
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6:44
Bells Still Ring: The Cultural Legacy of The Polar Express
The Polar Express stands as a landmark in animation history – the very first full-length computer motion capture film, earning a place in the Guinness Book of World Records alongside other Tom Hanks pioneering projects like Toy Story. Twenty ye...
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Season 5
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Episode 31
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20:34
Gaming Meets Hollywood: The Minecraft Movie Surprise
Unexpected joy from unlikely places - that's what this week's Cinema Saturday episode delivers as we dive into the surprisingly entertaining world of The Minecraft Movie. When I first saw the trailer, my expectations couldn't have been lower. A...
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Season 5
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Episode 30
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15:41
Fred Claus: When Santa's Sibling Comes to Town
Christmas movies should warm our hearts and inspire holiday spirit, but do they all deliver? My long-awaited review of "Fred Claus" finally arrives, exploring whether this Vince Vaughn and Paul Giamatti vehicle deserves a place in your holiday ...
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Season 5
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Episode 29
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12:01
From Mafia to Messiah: Reviewing Alto Knights and The Chosen
From the gritty streets of mob-controlled New York to the dusty roads of first-century Jerusalem, this week's double feature takes us through vastly different cinematic worlds with surprising results.Robert De Niro's "Alto Knights" prom...
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Season 5
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Episode 28
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15:08
Paint Cans, Blowtorches, and VHS Tapes: The Home Alone Time Capsule
Christmas movies come in many forms, from the overtly festive to those that merely use the holiday as a backdrop for their storytelling. Home Alone, the 1990 classic starring Macaulay Culkin as the resourceful Kevin McAllister, falls somewhere ...
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Season 5
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Episode 27
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13:13