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
Sep 15, 2018
Sep 15, 2018
59 min
In episode 4, The Strategic Whimsy Experiment takes on the 2013 film, Her. Jen and Sarah discuss the portrayal of modern-day romance, the importance of color and sound in setting tone, and the current state of AI. Their discussion goes beyond just film and into the implications digital media has on our daily lives.
Aug 30, 2018
Aug 30, 2018
1hr 9 min
In the third episode of The Strategic Whimsy Experiment, Jen and Sarah discuss the film, Phantom Thread. Sharing opposing views about the movie, these two dive into issues of relationships, fairy tales, and the film’s break from the traditional romance genre.
Aug 23, 2018
Aug 23, 2018
1hr 4 min
In episode 2 of The Strategic Whimsy Experiment, Jen and Sarah review the film American Animals. They discuss the themes of privilege, violence, and the Hollywood heist genre, while keeping the influencing power of film at the forefront of our minds.
Aug 23, 2018
Aug 23, 2018
1hr 49 sec
In the inaugural episode of The Strategic Whimsy Experiment, Jen and Sarah review (and inevitably roast) the film Christopher Robin. Going well beyond the message of the film itself, they discuss the power of animation, the effects of shame, and the value of hard work.