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!
Episodes
Jun 25, 2025
Jun 25, 2025
1hr 2 min
Jen and Sarah are joined by Thomas and Dana Duncan of The Greatest Movie of All Time to review ‘Jaws.’ They discuss some of the film’s most iconic scenes, the incredible legacy of this film, and some of the ‘happy accidents’ that helped make this film so memorable.
Shownotes:
Spoilers (~18:25)
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Jun 18, 2025
Jun 18, 2025
1hr 23 sec
Jen and Sarah reflect on the last 400 episodes of Movies & Us and, in celebration, review ‘The 400 Blows.’ They discuss how the music, pacing, and cinematography work together to make an incredibly immersive film.
Shownotes:
Review (~18:51)
Spoilers (~25:54)
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Jun 14, 2025
Jun 14, 2025
1hr 5 min
Jen and Sarah review ‘Slanted,’ as part of the Seattle International Film Festival. They reflect on the impressive premise and powerful screenplay that helps us explore important themes around beauty standards, belonging, and what it’s like being a Chinese-American teenager.
Shownotes:
Spoilers (~8:23)
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Jun 11, 2025
Jun 11, 2025
1hr 5 min
Jen and Sarah review ‘DJ Ahmet,’ as part of the Seattle International Film Festival. They reflect on the impressive screenwriting that blends humor, emotional depth, and resonant themes. They also share how the cinematography, score, and sound design help create an immersive filmgoing experience.
Shownotes:
Spoilers (~12:25)
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Jun 7, 2025
Jun 7, 2025
22 min
Jen and Sarah dive into the juke joint scene in ‘Sinners.’ They discuss the powerful emotions and themes, as well as the way the cinematography and pacing make this scene incredibly immersive.
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Listen to our review of ‘Sinners’ with Kenny Sparks wherever you get your podcasts (Ep. 391)! Listen to Kenny discuss the use of music in this scene starting at 29:11.
Jun 4, 2025
Jun 4, 2025
1hr 16 min
Jen and Sarah are joined by Michael of The Screen Nerds Podcast to review ‘Mission: Impossible—The Final Reckoning.’ They discuss some of their favorite moments, how this compares to other entries in the franchise, and the use of nostalgia in this film. They also wonder if this is truly the final reckoning or setting up more adventures for these characters.
Shownotes:
Spoilers (~11:41)
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May 31, 2025
May 31, 2025
55 min
Jen and Sarah review ‘The Things You Kill,’ as part of the Seattle International Film Festival. They discuss the impressive cinematography and performances that bring to life powerful themes around gender roles, code-switching, and what it means to be human.
Shownotes:
Spoilers (~7:21)
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May 28, 2025
May 28, 2025
1hr 20 min
Jen and Sarah are joined by Pat and Jarren to review ‘Friday.’ They discuss the iconic characters, the effective humor, and the cultural impact of this film over 30 years after its release.
Shownotes:
Spoilers (~2:31)
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May 24, 2025
May 24, 2025
49 min
Jen and Sarah are joined by writer and director Marcellus Cox and executive producer Adam Freed to discuss their film 'Liquor Bank.' They discuss the filmmaking process and the highs and lows of production. They also unpack how they made a human film and honored the real-life stories that inspired it.
Connect with Marcellus on Instagram @cellusworld24 and be sure to watch his feature-length film, Mickey Hardaway.
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Follow Chris Hodge, the artist behind Liquor Bank’s poster, on Instagram @chodgeart.
If you’re a film reviewer, reach out to Marcellus or Adam for a screener.
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May 21, 2025
May 21, 2025
1hr 20 min
Jen and Sarah are joined by Andrew of the Revisionist Almanac to review ‘Lost in Translation.’ They discuss the subversive nature of this film, the profound themes that still resonate, and the compelling filmmaking. They also share some theories about the ending and wonder what happened next for these characters.
Shownotes:
Spoilers (~12:05)
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