Movies & Us

Ep. 360 - Elf (2003) Watch-Along

Jen and Sarah are back with a special watch-along episode of ‘Elf.’ They share their real-time reactions to this whimsical Christmas film, commenting on the timeless humor, the well-paced screenplay, and the endearing characters. Grab your snacks, get comfortable, and watch along!
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Ep. 359 - Gladiator II (2024)

Jen and Sarah review ‘Gladiator II’ and discuss the story, characters, and similarities to the first film. They also share some alternate versions of this story and some of their favorite Denzel moments.
Spoilers (~9:15)
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Ep. 358 - Emilia Pérez (2024)

Jen and Sarah review ‘Emilia Pérez’ and discuss the main characters and the importance of character development in film. They also reflect on the musical numbers and their role in this story.
Spoilers (~7:15)
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Ep. 357 - Fight Club (1999) with Patrick James and Nate Belisle

Jen and Sarah are joined by special guests Nate and Pat to review ‘Fight Club.’ They discuss some of the themes of the film, the elements that are still relevant today, and the aspects that haven’t aged as well.
Spoilers (~15:22)
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This episode was edited by Melvin Benson from Cinematic Doctrine. Check out his show for more great movie conversations! And follow him on Instagram and Threads @cinematicdoctrine.

Ep. 356 - Casino Royale (2006) Watch-Along

Jen and Sarah are back with a special watch-along episode of ‘Casino Royale.’ They share their unfiltered thoughts while watching this beloved James Bond film, and you are invited to join the fun. Grab your snacks, get comfortable, and watch along!
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Ep. 355 - Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey 2 (2024) with Philip Marinello

Jen and Sarah are joined by special guest Philip Marinello of The Substance to review ‘Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey 2’. They discuss the improved writing and production, nods to other horror films, and what they hope to see in future installments of the Poohniverse.
Spoilers (~11:53)
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Ep. 354 - First Reformed (2017) with Andrew Corns

Jen and Sarah are joined by special guest Andrew Corns of Revisionist Almanac to review First Reformed. They discuss the impressive technical components, great performances, and the many themes in this layered and thought-provoking film.
Spoilers (~15:47)
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Ep. 353 - Logan’s Run (1976) with Kenny Sparks

Jen and Sarah are joined by special guest Kenny Sparks to review Logan’s Run. They discuss this film’s intriguing world-building, compelling story, and relevant themes. They also brainstorm who they would cast in a reboot of this sci-fi classic.
Spoilers (~27:24)
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Ep. 352 - Ghostlight (2024) with Michael Burgett

Jen and Sarah are joined by special guest Michael Burgett of Screen Nerds Podcast to review ‘Ghostlight.’ They discuss the interesting story structure, the moving character growth, and the themes of belonging, community, and the healing power of art.
Spoilers (~13:36)
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Ep. 351 - Megalopolis (2024)

Jen and Sarah review ‘Megalopolis’ and share their thoughts straight out of the theater. They discuss the varied themes, complex story structure, and many characters as they try to make sense of this densely packed film.
Spoilers (~23:42)
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