Movies & Us
Movies & Us is a weekly gathering place filled with conversations about movies, stories, and connection. Our name sums it up: we’re all about movies and the powerful ways we can connect with each other and the world around us. This podcast is about all of us and our shared stories. Join us in conversations about movies and the stories that connect us!
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Episodes
Wednesday Dec 06, 2023
Wednesday Dec 06, 2023
Jen and Sarah review ‘Saltburn’ and discuss the layered themes, complex characters, and stunning visuals present in the latest film by Emerald Fennell.
Spoilers (~6:58)
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Saturday Dec 02, 2023
Saturday Dec 02, 2023
Jen and Sarah celebrate their 300th episode and reflect on the conversations they’ve had and the stories they’ve been able to learn from along the way. Then, they review the Christmas classic ‘Die Hard’ and discuss the great characters, cinematography, score, and more.
Milestone Reflections (1:27)
Die Hard Review (11:27)
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Wednesday Nov 29, 2023
Wednesday Nov 29, 2023
Jen and Sarah are joined by special guest Dillon to review Ridley Scott’s ‘Napoleon.’ They discuss the screenplay, characters, and why this epic tale didn’t fully work for them.
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Connect with Dillon on Instagram @LoopLeadershipPodcast and listen to LOOP (Leadership Opinions for Ordinary People) wherever you get your podcasts!
Wednesday Nov 22, 2023
Wednesday Nov 22, 2023
Jen and Sarah review ‘The Holdovers’ and discuss the characters and themes and analyze why this melancholic and nostalgic Christmas story didn’t resonate with them.
Spoilers (~9:01)
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Wednesday Nov 15, 2023
Wednesday Nov 15, 2023
Jen and Sarah review ‘The Killer’ and discuss the characters, pacing, and structure of this process movie and how these elements effectively set it apart from other films in the thriller genre.
Spoilers (~7:48)
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Saturday Nov 11, 2023
Saturday Nov 11, 2023
Jen and Sarah review ‘Fingernails’ and discuss this film’s larger themes, interesting world-building, and relatable characters. They also reimagine portions of the film, sharing some ways its message could’ve been made more clearly.
Spoilers (~8:07)
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Wednesday Nov 08, 2023
Wednesday Nov 08, 2023
Jen and Sarah review ‘Priscilla’ and discuss some of the film’s major themes, the restraint it shows in telling this story, and the way the casting, costumes, and even makeup reinforce the film’s larger messages.
Spoilers (~8:21)
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Wednesday Nov 01, 2023
Wednesday Nov 01, 2023
Jen and Sarah are joined by Philip to review ‘Killers of the Flower Moon.’ They discuss the important themes, incredible performances, and impressive technical elements that come together in this epic film.
Spoilers (~12:25)
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Connect with Philip and his podcast, The Substance, wherever you get your podcasts. And remember to check out their Substantive Cinema episodes on Letterboxd! Follow The Substance on Twitter and Instagram @thesubstancepod.
Wednesday Oct 25, 2023
Wednesday Oct 25, 2023
Jen and Sarah review ‘Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey’ and share their most pressing questions, theories about this cinematic universe, and what they would like to see from the upcoming sequel.
Spoilers (~9:12)
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Wednesday Oct 18, 2023
Wednesday Oct 18, 2023
Jen and Sarah review ‘Past Lives’ and discuss the characters, themes, and how this compares to other films, including some iconic romances.
Spoilers (~6:36)
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