Movies & Us

Jen and Sarah review the 1982 sci-fi classic, Blade Runner, in this episode of The Strategic Whimsy Experiment. They dive into what has aged well and what hasn’t, including the technology, the violence, and the role of women in the film. They also discuss what the film has to say about being human and the value of life. What did you think of Blade Runner? How do you think this film has aged?
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In this episode of The Strategic Whimsy Experiment, Jen and Sarah review Blade Runner 2049. They discuss how this film artfully strays from the traditions of the sci-fi genre and beautifully weaves in character development and growth. They share their differing opinions of the film and who the real protagonist is, a great reminder of the unique experience film can provide.
What did you think of Blade Runner 2049? How would you rank this among other sci-fi films?
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In this episode of The Strategic Whimsy Experiment, Jen and Sarah review Portrait of a Lady on Fire. They discuss how the cinematography gingerly guides the audience through the story, rave about the stunning performances, and comment on the immersive silence of the film.
What did you think of Portrait of a Lady on Fire?
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Hoping to infuse a little whimsy into their days, Jen and Sarah review Cafe Society in this episode of The Strategic Whimsy Experiment. They discuss the strange narrative structure and unusual casting choices in the film. Comparing this to some of his other work, they wonder what Woody Allen was trying to communicate through this plot.
What did you think of Cafe Society? Did all of the pieces come together or leave you wanting more?
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In this episode of The Strategic Whimsy Experiment, Jen and Sarah review the South Korean film, The Flu. They compare and contrast this with Hollywood films that center on surviving a pandemic and discuss how culture shapes these films. They also wonder how rapidly these stories will continue to be consumed as the CoronaVirus dominates our minds and newsfeeds.
Have you seen The Flu? How do you think movies about pandemics are influencing how people respond to our current reality?
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In this episode of The Strategic Whimsy Experiment, Jen and Sarah review the 2011 film, Contagion. They discuss the movie itself—its choices in color, casting, and writing. Moving past the technical components of the film, they dive into its similarities to the current Coronavirus outbreak. They wonder how movies both shape and reflect our reality.
What did you think of Contagion? What role do you think film plays in our society’s response to current events?
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Jen and Sarah review Guy Ritchie’s latest film, The Gentlemen, in this episode of The Strategic Whimsy Experiment. They discuss its overwhelming style, the fast-paced dialogue, and various plot holes in the story. They also dive into the problematic elements of the film, including its depiction of minorities and wonder why the film hasn’t received more backlash in the “Me Too” era.
What did you think of The Gentlemen? Did the creative choices work for you or did the film leave you wanting more?
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Cashing in on her Oscar Wager win, Jen makes Sarah watch Anomalisa. In this episode of The Strategic Whimsy Experiment, they discuss how two people can view the same film so differently. They also ponder this film’s larger themes and what it means to connect in today’s divided and isolating world.
What did you think of Anomalisa? Was the humanness of the characters able to shine through the clay figures?
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In this episode of The Strategic Whimsy Experiment, Jen and Sarah review Uncut Gems. They unpack how the Safdie Brothers were able to create the frenetic nature of the film with the cinematography, score, and editing. They also discuss Adam Sandler’s performance and the macro themes of the film.
What did you think of Uncut Gems? Did the technical feat wow you or did it leave something to be desired?
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In this episode of The Strategic Whimsy Experiment, Jen and Sarah share their reactions to the 92nd Academy Awards. They celebrate Parasite’s big win and speculate what this film’s success could mean for the future of the film industry. They announce the winner of the first-ever SWE Oscar Wager and reveal the film they will be reviewing in the coming weeks.
What did you think of this year’s Oscar’s? What do you think Parasite’s win means for the future of film?
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