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
Monday Feb 10, 2025
Monday Feb 10, 2025
Jen and Sarah review ‘The Wild Robot’ and discuss the unique characters, story, and premise. They also spend time rewriting some of the elements of the film that didn’t quite land and wonder if they’re the problem.
Spoilers (~11:21)
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Saturday Feb 08, 2025
Saturday Feb 08, 2025
Jen and Sarah review ‘Wicked’ and discuss the important and relevant themes, the stunning production design, and Cynthia Erivo’s tremendous performance.
Spoilers (~14:51)
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Wednesday Feb 05, 2025
Wednesday Feb 05, 2025
Jen and Sarah share some high-level thoughts on ‘The Apprentice’ and then share some things that have brought them joy recently. They discuss what they’ve been watching, reading, and enjoying outside of the podcast.
Spoilers (~1:22)
What brought us joy this week (~26:57)
Sarah:
Unrivaled basketball
Watching Slow Horses season four
Rereading Nancy Drew
Jen:
Skiing
Reading The Hobbit
Reading You Are What You Watch
Latte art
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Saturday Feb 01, 2025
Saturday Feb 01, 2025
Jen and Sarah review ‘A Real Pain’ and discuss the relatable characters, relevant themes, and efficient storytelling that make for a compelling and heartwarming 90-minute movie.
Spoilers (~15:10)
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Thursday Jan 30, 2025
Thursday Jan 30, 2025
Jen and Sarah are joined by special guest Eric to review ‘The Substance.’ They discuss the powerful visuals and sound design, Demi Moore’s award-winning performance, and this film’s bold message about our world.
Spoilers (~10:42)
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Sunday Jan 26, 2025
Sunday Jan 26, 2025
Jen and Sarah review ‘Anora’ and discuss the effective editing, unique story structure, and powerful ending. They also unpack the compelling writing and thoughtful character development.
Spoilers (~14:27)
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Wednesday Jan 22, 2025
Wednesday Jan 22, 2025
Jen and Sarah review Clint Eastwood’s ‘Juror #2’ and discuss the writing, characters, and relevant themes. They also rewrite elements of the film and share some ideas for some spin-off series in the Juror #2 cinematic universe.
Spoilers (~11:26)
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Wednesday Jan 15, 2025
Wednesday Jan 15, 2025
Jen and Sarah review ‘Maria’ and discuss the excellent cinematography, editing, and performance from Angelina Jolie. They also share their thoughts on the aspects of the screenplay that didn’t work for them and contemplate the popularity of biopics.
Spoilers (~8:05)
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Wednesday Jan 08, 2025
Wednesday Jan 08, 2025
Jen and Sarah are back with a special watch-along episode of ‘The Dark Knight.’ They comment on the great filmmaking, interesting script, and phenomenal performances in this Christopher Nolan film. Grab your snacks, get comfortable, and watch along!
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Friday Jan 03, 2025
Friday Jan 03, 2025
Jen and Sarah sit down and reflect on the films they watched in 2024. They share their top watches of the year, a few honorable mentions, and roast the worst movie they watched. Then they share what they are looking forward to in 2025.
Jen’s List:
10. His Three Daughters
9. The Book of Clarence
8. Lucky Grandma
7. Poor Things
6. American Gangster
5. Anatomy of a Fall
4. Didi
3. Dune: Part 2
2. American Fiction
1. Frances Ha
Sarah’s List:
10. Handling the Undead
9. Monkey Man
8. The Color Purple
7. All We Imagine as Light
6. Society of the Snow
5. The Great Lillian Hall
4. The Substance
3. Evil Does Not Exist
2. The Seed of the Sacred Fig
1. The Zone of Interest
Listen to the full reviews of some of the top movies watched in 2024:
The Book of Clarence (Ep. 310)
Poor Things (Ep. 309)
Anatomy of a Fall (Ep. 311)
Dune: Part 2 (Ep. 319)
American Fiction (Ep. 313)
Monkey Man (Ep. 325)
The Color Purple (Ep. 317)
The Zone of Interest (Ep. 318)
Frances Ha on Cinematic Doctrine
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