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Jodi and Yechiel hop into the movie time machine to revisit the glorious comedies of their 80s past.Movies mentioned in this episode (and where to stream them):Big | Disney+Stripes | AMC+History of the World Part 1 | AmazonThe Blues Brothers | NetflixThe Toy | Amazon48 Hours | Paramount+Mr. Mom | MGM+Fletch | NetflixBeetlejuice | AmazonFerris Bueller's Day Off | Paramount+Spaceballs | MaxMajor League | MaxTrading Places | PrimeGhostbusters | huluRaising Arizona | ShowtimePee-wee's Big Adventure | AmazonBrewster millions | AmazonJews on Film can be found on Apple Podcasts and SpotifyFollow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsKeep Track of Jodie and Yechiel's movie watching and listsby following Jodi's Letterboxd Yechiel's LetterboxdHosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

Jodi and Yechiel dish it out on the 2024 Oscars. They share their suprises, favorite speeches, least favorite moments and tips for the Academy for next year.Check out Jodi's Oscar Blog for a full rundown on EVERY movie nominated for a 2024 Academy Award and her latest blog entry about the Oscar telecast and winners.Movies discussed where to watch them:Oppenheimer | PeacockAmerican Fiction | MGM+Poor Things | AmazonThe Zone of Interest | AmazonAnatomy of a Fall | AmazonKillers of the Flower Moon | Apple+Barbie | MaxThe Holdovers | PeacockJews on Film can be found on Apple Podcasts and SpotifyFollow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsKeep Track of Jodie and Yechiel's movie watching and listsby following Jodi's Letterboxd Yechiel's LetterboxdHosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

Jodi and Yechiel highlight their top 10 films (and some honorable mentions) of 2023.Check out Jodi's Oscar Blog for a full rundown on EVERY movie nominated for a 2024 Academy Award.Jodi and Yechiel top 2023 Films and where to watch them:Jodi's Picks:American Fiction | MGM+Origin | HuluPoor Things | AmazonThe Zone of Interest | AmazonNyad | NetflixRobot Dreams | Apple+The Color Purple | MaxIo Capitano | In Theatres Golda | Paramount+20 Days in Mariupol | AmazonJodi's Honorary Mentions :Flora and Son | Apple+Asteroid City | PrimeTo Kill a Tiger | NetflixBank of Dave | NetflixYechiel's Picks (Ranked(:Past Lives | Paramount+Anatomy of a Fall | AmazonPoor Things | HuluThe Zone of Interest | AmazonKillers of the Flower Moon | Apple+Return to Seoul | PrimeBarbie | MaxTetris | Apple+Oppenheimer | PeacockThe Holdovers | Peacock Yechiel's Honorary MentionsAll of Us Strangers | HuluThey Cloned Tyrone | NetflixShowing Up | HuluMay December | NetflixJews on Film can be found on Apple Podcasts and SpotifyFollow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsKeep Track of Jodie and Yechiel's movie watching and listsby following Jodi's Letterboxd Yechiel's LetterboxdHosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

Inspired by Past Lives, Jodi and Yechiel explore films that offer a response, reaction to and alternative to the classic Hollywood love story.*Plus initial reactions to the 2024 Oscar NominationsMovies Discussed on this Episode:Etnernal Sunshine and the Spotless Mind | AmazonHarold and Maude | AmazonBrokeback Mountain | AmazonLeaving Las Vegas | AmazonHer | AmazonFight Club | AmazonIn the Mood for Love | MaxPast Lives | Paramount+ with Showtime (Feb 2nd)Sliding Doors | PeacockLars and the Real Girl | Pluto TVHeavenly Creatures | AmazonSecretary | PrimeKing Kong (1936) | HuluKing Kong (2005) | NetflixStarman | AmazonThe Shape of Water | HuluFor more updates and summaries of EVERY movie (including the shorts), check out Jodi's Oscar Blog Jews on Film can be found on Apple Podcasts and SpotifyFollow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsKeep Track of Jodie and Yechiel's movie watching and listsby following Jodi's Letterboxd Yechiel's LetterboxdHosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

Jodi and Yechiel get you ready for the upcoming announcement of 2024 Oscar Nomination by offering their picks for best actress, actor, supporting actor and support actress, as well as Best director and best Picture. This is not the who will be nominated episode, or even who should win, but what films are on the cusp of nominations that you should be sure to check out before or just after nominations are announced.Movies discussed in this episode:Poor Things | In TheatresRustin | NetflixSaltburn | PrimeZone of Interest | In TheatresAll of us Stranger | In TheatresOrigin | In TheatresKillers of the Flower Moon | Apple+May December | NetflixHoldovers | PeacockAnatomy of a Fall | AmazonPass Lives | AmazonNyda | NetflixBlackberry | AmazonJews on Film can be found on Apple Podcasts and SpotifyFollow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsKeep Track of Jodie and Yechiel's movie watching and listsby following Jodi's Letterboxd Yechiel's LetterboxdHosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

Jodi and Yechiel take a deep dive into movies that explore the world of video gaming. No this is not the episode about video game adaptations like Sonic or Super Mario Bros, but an exploration about how cinema depicts the experience of playing video games and how it affects our sense of reality and imagination.Movies Discussed in this Episode and Where to Find Them:The Last Starfighter | AmazonReady Player One | AmazonTetris | Apple+Free Guy | Disney+Wreck It Ralph | Disney+The Wizard | AmazonWar Games | MaxGran Turismo | NetflixTron | Disney+Tron: Legacy | Disney+The Matrix | MaxJumanji | StarzJews on Film can be found on Apple Podcasts and SpotifyFollow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsKeep Track of Jodie and Yechiel's movie watching and listsby following Jodi's Letterboxd Yechiel's LetterboxdHosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

Jodi and Yechiel welcome Cheston Mizel (Co-Writer/Executive Producer) and Eli Staiman (Director, Co-Writer, Producer and Actor) to talk about their new independent film "Love Virtually". This comedic romp, conceived and created in both in person and in virtual worlds that explores love in both those worlds in this romantic ensemble romp.Love Virtually is available to rent and buy on demand on all major platforms.Jews on Film can be found on Apple Podcasts and SpotifyFollow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsKeep Track of Jodie and Yechiel's movie watching and listsby following Jodi's Letterboxd Yechiel's LetterboxdHosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

Jodi and Yechiel welcome screenwriter, Alison Peck (Ugly Dolls, Work It) as the 3rd Movie Jew for this episode. Together they discuss her new film, "You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah," its portrayal of Jewish themes,  and its place in great tradition of coming of age films, and the rarity of Bat Mitzvah stories in Movies. In 2 Move Jews Tradition, they share their favorite coming of age films.Movies Discussed This Episode:You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah| NetflixAre You there God It's Me Margaret | StarzThe Edge of Seventeen | HuluSisterhood of the Traveling Pants | AmazonNow and Then | AmazonThirteen | AmazonEighth Grade | MaxMy Girl | AmazonLittle Women (2019) | StarzLittle Women (1994) | AmazonMean Girls | Paramount+Eighth Grade | MaxScream | MaxJews on Film can be found on Apple Podcasts and SpotifyFollow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsKeep Track of Jodie and Yechiel's movie watching and listsby following Jodi's Letterboxd Yechiel's LetterboxdHosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

Jodi and Yechiel take a break from the news to preview some of the films that most excite them that are being released in November(ish) 2023. Movies (with Trailers Linked) / Release Date The Holdovers | 11/10/23 |Saltburn | 11/17/23 |The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes | 11/17/23 | Next Goal Wins | 11/17/23 |Maestro | 11/21/23 | May-December | 12/1/23 on NetflixJews on Film can be found on Apple Podcasts and SpotifyFollow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsKeep Track of Jodie and Yechiel's movie watching and listsby following Jodi's Letterboxd Yechiel's LetterboxdHosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

In light of global and personal times of darkness, Jodi and Yechiel have always found solace in movie that bring lightness and joy to brighten their lives. This week's episode is dedicated to all those who seek peace and light.Movies Discussed in this week's episode (and where to find them):Marcel the Shell | ShowtimeSchool of Rock | Paramount+Blues Brothers | AmazonThe Princess Bride | Disney+Singing in the Rain | MaxBring It On | AmazonAny Harrry Potter Movie| MaxLuca | Disney+Guardians of the Galaxy | Disney+Thor: Ragnorak | Disney+Deadpool | Disney+Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory | MaxStar Wars | Disney+Dirty Dancing | PrimeHome alone | StarzFerris Bueller's Day Off | NetflixJews on Film can be found on Apple Podcasts and SpotifyFollow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsKeep Track of Jodie and Yechiel's movie watching and listsby following Jodi's Letterboxd Yechiel's LetterboxdHosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

Jodi and Yechiel go nostalgia diving into the memory bank to recollect and recall the movies their parents watched with them to pass down their passion of movies.Movies we discussed this episode (and where to stream them):Star Wars Trilogy | Disney+History of the World Part 1 | AmazonStripes | Amazon42nd Street | AmazonOn the Town | PrimeNorma Rae | MaxMarx Bros Movies | AmazonThe Frisco Kid | AmazonStar Trek: Wrath of Khan | Paramount+Star Trek: Voyage Home | Paramount+Last Starfighter | AmazonCool Runnings | Disney+Field of Dreams | PeacockThe Natural | StarzMajor League | Paramount+ with ShowtimeFerris Buehler's Day Off | NetflixWar Games | AMC+Harry and the Hendersons | StarzParenthood | PrimeSplash | Disney+Enemy Mine | AmazonOverboard | Paramount+ with ShowtimeAlien Nation | AmazonJews on Film can be found on Apple Podcasts and SpotifyFollow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsKeep Track of Jodie and Yechiel's movie watching and listsby following Jodi's Letterboxd Yechiel's LetterboxdHosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

Jodi and Yechiel embrace the movie meme and share their reviews of 2023 summer blockbuster Barbie and Oppenheimer, as well their connections, diversions and outstanding questions.Movies discussed in this episode:Barbie | In TheatersOppenheimer | In TheatersTheater Camp | In TheatersAsteroid City | In TheatersSpiderman: Across the Spiderverse | In TheatersPast Lives | In TheatersJews on Film can be found on Apple Podcasts and SpotifyFollow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsKeep Track of Jodie and Yechiel's movie watching and listsby following Jodi's Letterboxd Yechiel's LetterboxdHosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

This month, Yechiel and his family said goodbye to his father, Rabbi Benyomin Hoffman, a lover of movies, an avid 2 Movie Jews listener, and the person who taught Yechiel how to make meaning out of everything, including movies.As Yechiel grieves for his father, we revisit an early 2 Movie Jews' episode from 2021  in which Yechiel and Jodi celebrate the lives of Yechiel's Grandfather, Harold, and Jodi's dear friend, Michael, and commemorate their passing by sharing about movies that heal our grief.We hope that in your times of need, when you are grieving a loss, you can turn to the movies as have, and maybe our podcast can be a comfort to you.Jews on Film can be found on Apple Podcasts and SpotifyFollow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsKeep Track of Jodie and Yechiel's movie watching and listsby following Jodi's Letterboxd Yechiel's LetterboxdHosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

While Jodi and Yechiel are on a summer hiatus for travel and family time (and of course watching movies), they wanted to share one of their favorite episodes all about the summer movies they love.Jews on Film can be found on Apple Podcasts and SpotifyFollow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsKeep Track of Jodie and Yechiel's movie watching and listsby following Jodi's Letterboxd Yechiel's LetterboxdHosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

With the recent release of the latest Pixar film, Elemental, we share this  reissue of the legendary Pixar episode with guest Mina Hoffman.Jews on Film can be found on Apple Podcasts and SpotifyFollow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsKeep Track of Jodie and Yechiel's movie watching and listsby following Jodi's Letterboxd Yechiel's LetterboxdHosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

In celebration of Fathers Day, and honor of their dads, Jodi and Yechiel explore the cinematic fathers that influenced them.Movies discussed in this episode and where to find them:Parenthood | AmazonBoyhood | TubiReturn of the jedi | Disney+Life is Beautiful | AmazonJuno | MaxMitchell vs the Machines | NetflixThe Addams Family  | Paramount+Boyz in the Hood | StarzMoonlight  | MaxParasite | MaxDick Johnson is Dead | NetflixTo Kill a Mockingbird | HuluBack to the Future | PrimeOn Golden PondWe Bought a ZooEmpire Strikes BackFinding NemoField of DreamsTakenDadsBig FishSr.My LifeJohn QShopliftersJews on Film can be found on Apple Podcasts and SpotifyFollow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsKeep Track of Jodie and Yechiel's movie watching and listsby following Jodi's Letterboxd Yechiel's LetterboxdHosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

Things are heating up, and it's time to head back to the cool refreshing theaters. Jodi and Yechiel have got you ready for summer movies, highlighting EIGHT films releasing over June, July, and August.Movies Discussed in this Episode (Listed in order of release date and trailers linked in title):Spiderman: Across the Spider-verse | June 2 The Flash | June 16 No Hard Feelings | June 23 Asteroid City | June 23Theater Camp | July 14Oppenheimer | 7/21/23Barbie | 7/21/23Gran Turismo | 8/11/23White Bird | August 25Past Lives | 8/31/23 Jews on Film can be found on Apple Podcasts and SpotifyFollow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsKeep Track of Jodie and Yechiel's movie watching and listsby following Jodi's Letterboxd Yechiel's LetterboxdHosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

Jodi and Yechiel discuss one of the most challenging and rewarding journeys of their life: Parenting.How do the movies teach us about what it means to parent? Why does the movies portrayal and exploration of parenting change across generations? How is our expectations of what it means to be parented and to parent affected by the movies?Movies Discussed this Episode:Three Men and a Baby | Disney+Mr. Mom | MaxStepmom | NetflixKramer vs Kramer | AmazonShe's Having a Baby | MaxThe Pursuit of Happyness | NetflixRoom | MaxThe Blind Side | MaxYes Day | NetflixBeautiful Boy | PrimeCaptain Fantastic | PrimeFather of the Bride (1991) | HuluHair Love | YouTubeBaby Boom | AmazonTerms of Endearment | MaxFreaky Friday (1976) | Disney+Steel Magnolias | NetflixThe Kids Are Alright | AmazonParenthood | AmazonBoyhood | TubiMrs Doubtfire | StarzFinding Nemo | Disney+Mary Poppins | Disney+I Am Sam | AmazonThe Parent Trap (1961) | Disney+Boyz in the Hood | StarzMadea's Big Happy Family | PrimeSoulFood | AmazonArmageddon Time | PeakcockTo Kill a Mockingbird | HuluImitation of Life | AmazonThe Fabelmans | Paramount+Jews on Film can be found on Apple Podcasts and SpotifyFollow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsKeep Track of Jodie and Yechiel's movie watching and listsby following Jodi's Letterboxd Yechiel's LetterboxdHosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

This is the episode to prepare you for the Passover Seder, or at least distract you from cleaning your oven. As Jewish families gather across the nation, Jodi and Yechiel explore movies that depict Jewish families in America. 2022 provide two  semi-autobiographical portrayals of Jewish families from legendary filmmakers. Do these movies provide a nostalgic release or hold a mirror to the complex realities of living Jewishly?Movies Mentioned in this Episode:Avalon | AmazonFiddler on the Roof  | Paramount+Yentl | HBO MaxBrighton Beach Memoirs | AmazonKeeping Up With the Steins | AmazonWhen do we eat? | FreeveeMy Favorite Year | Amazon13: The Musical | NetflixThe Fabelmans | AmazonThe Chosen | TUBIShiva Baby | HBO MaxThis is Where I leave You | HBO MaxLiberty Heights | AmazonArmageddon Time | AmazonA Serious Man | AmazonMenashe | Paramount+Jews on Film can be found on Apple Podcasts and SpotifyFollow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsKeep Track of Jodie and Yechiel's movie watching and listsby following Jodi's Letterboxd Yechiel's LetterboxdHosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

Whether you watched the Academy Awards show or not, Jodi and Yechiel have your essential recap of the celebration of movies and all the awards.For where to watch all the Oscar nominees check out this Rolling Stone articleFor everything Oscars, check out Jodi's Oscar BlogJews on Film can be found on Apple Podcasts and SpotifyFollow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsKeep Track of Jodie and Yechiel's movie watching and listsby following Jodi's Letterboxd Yechiel's LetterboxdHosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

Jodie and Yechiel respond in speed round fashion to hot seat questions for the best of 2022.Categories|Movies| Where to find themBest Fight Scene | Everything Everywhere All At Once | Showtime | RRR | NetflixBest Breakthrough Performance | Mia Goth (X) | Showtime | Danielle Detweiller (Till) | AmazonBest Performance by a Child | Franki Corio (Aftersun) | Amazon | Eden Dambrine (Close) | AmazonBest Movie Soundtrack | Elvis | HBO Max | Spirited | Apple+Best Score | Tar | Peacock | Tar | PeacockMovie most certain will be win for best picture | Everything Everywhere All At Once | Showtime |  | Best Song | Naatu Naatu (RRR) | Netflix | Lift Me Up (Black Panther) | Disney+Best debut performance | Gabriel LaBelle (Fabelman) | Amazon | Austin Butler (Elvis) | HBO Maxbest theatrical experience | Nope | Peacock | Top Gun: Maverick | Paramount PlusMost disappointing movie | Love and Thunder | Disney+ | Blonde | NetflixThe Coda Award (Movie that should have had all the buzz but didn't/overlooked) | Marcel the Shell with Shoes On | Showtime | She Said | PeacockBest Doc about a famous person | jeen-yuhs | Netflix | Navalny | HBO MaxMost Laugh Out Loud Movie | Wierd | Roku | Triangle of Sadness | HULUMovie most likely to become a cult hit | Marcel the Shell with Shoes On | Showtime |  | Movie that should have been a TV Series | Woman King | Netflix | Top Gun: Maverick | Paramount+Best movie about a famous person | Argentina 1985 | Amazon Prime | Till | AmazonBest Performer of the Year | Colin Farell (After Yang, The Batman, Thirteen Lives, Banshees of Inisherin |  | Michelle Yeoh (Everything Everywhere All At Once) | ShowtimeCheck out Jodi's Oscar Blog before and after the Academy Awards ShowJews on Film can be found on Apple Podcasts and SpotifyFollow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsKeep Track of Jodie and Yechiel's movie watching and listsby following Jodi's Letterboxd Yechiel's LetterboxdHosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

Jodi and Yechiel reveal their Best Films of 2022 (for the moment).Lots of great movies to discuss and share. Hopefully you can see them allThis episode's movies:Marcel the Shell with Shoes On | AmazonEverything Everywhere All At Once | ShowtimeAftersun | AmazonNope | PeacockHappening | HuluWomen talking | In TheatersThe Woman King | NetflixRRR | NetflixThe Banshees of Inisherin | HBOTar | PeacockMrs Harris Goes to Paris | Amazon PrimeShe Said | PeacockTill | Amazon Spirited | Apple+Close | AmazonTriangle of Sadness | HULUAthena | NetflixTriangle of Sadness | AmazonDecision to Leave | MubiAfter Yang | ShowtimeWakanda Forever | Disney+Tell it Like a Woman | AmazonArgentina 1985 | Amazon PrimeCheck out Jodi's Oscar BlogJews on Film can be found on Apple Podcasts and SpotifyFollow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsKeep Track of Jodie and Yechiel's movie watching and listsby following Jodi's Letterboxd Yechiel's LetterboxdHosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

On the evening the 2023 Oscar nominations are announced, Jodi and Yechiel share there first reactions to the nominations, and their overall surprises, snubs and early predictions.This Episodes Movies and where they are streaming (if relevant):The Whale | In TheatresBabylon | In TheatresGlass Onion: A Knives Out Myster | NetflixWomen Talking | In TheatresEverything Everywhere All At Once | ShowtimeAvatar: The Way of Water | In TheatresLiving | In TheatresTar | PeacockAll Quiet on the Western Front | NetflixBardo, False Chronicle of a Handful of Truths | NetflixAftersun | AmazonBanshees of Inisherin | HBO MaxTop Gun: Maverick | Paramount+Elvis | HBO MaxThe Fabelmens | AmazonTriangle of Sadness | AmazonBlonde | NetflixTo Lesli | AmazonWakanda Forever | Disney+For more updates and summaries of EVERY movie (including the shorts), check out Jodi's Oscar Blog  Jews on Film can be found on Apple Podcasts and SpotifyFollow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsKeep Track of Jodie and Yechiel's movie watching and listsby following Jodi's Letterboxd Yechiel's LetterboxdHosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

2 Movies Jews Go to the Movies to see Babylon, Damian Chazale's new epic on the glory days of Hollywood. Inspired by the movies bravado exploration of the early days of Hollywood and depiction of how movies are made, Jodi and Yechiel dive into the wealth of movies that depict the glory and darkness of filmmaking and Hollywood.This Episodes Movies and where they are streaming (if relevant):Babylon | 2022 | In TheatersSinging in the Rain | 1952 | HBO MaxA Star Is Born | 1954 | AmazonBarton Fink | 1991 | AmazonFor Your Consideration | 2006 | AmazonTrumbo | 2015 | HBO MaxSaving Mr Banks | 2013 | Disney+The Muse | 1999 | AmazonRko 281 | 1999 | HBO MaxEd Wood | 1994 | AmazonThe Player | 1992 | HBO MaxHail Caeser | 2016 | NetflixTropic Thunder | 2008 | AmazonBowfinger | 1999 | AmazonAdaptation | 2002 | HULUSunset Blvd | 1950 | AmazonHollywood Shuffle | 1987 | TubiGet Shorty | 1995 | TubiLa La Land | 2016 | PrimeThe Artist | 2011 | HBO MaxJews on Film can be found on Apple Podcasts and SpotifyFollow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsKeep Track of Jodie and Yechiel's movie watching and listsby following Jodi's Letterboxd Yechiel's LetterboxdHosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

Tis December when Jodi and Yechiel burrow away watching movies that aim to bring the joy or bait the Oscar Gods. Six movies are highlight, and many more are mentioned. Oh, the delight of so many movies to watch this December.What movies are you looking forward to this December?This Episodes Movies with release date, where they are streaming (if relevant) and link to the trailer in the titles: Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery | 12/23/2022 | NetflixThe Whale | 12/9/2022 Babylon | 12/23/2022   Women Talking | 12/23/2022 White Noise | 12/30/2022 | NetflixAvatar: The Way of Water | 12/16/2022  Living | 12/23/2022  A Man Called Otto 1/13/2023 I Wanna Dance with Somebody | 12/23/2022  Bardo, False Chronicle of a Handful of Truths | 12/16/2022 | NetflixEmpire of Light | 12/9/2012  The Son | 1/20/2022  Broker | 12/26/2022 Follow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsKeep Track of Jodie and Yechiel's movie watching and listsby following Jodi's Letterboxd Yechiel's LetterboxdHosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

Inspired by Blonde, the latest film to explore the myth and legende of Marilyn Monroe, Jodi and Yechiel explore Marilyn's films. What are the lines between the  star, the persona, and the actress? How should we appreciate and understand Marilyn given the context of the narrative and documentary films about her?This Episodes Movies and where they are streaming (if relevant):Some Like it Hot | AmazonMy Week with Marilyn | HBO MaxNorma Jean and Marilyn | ?Blonde | Netflix The Misfits | PlutoGentleman Prefer Blondes | AmazonThe Seven Year Itch |  |AmazonThe Prince and the Showgirl | AmazonJews on Film can be found on Apple Podcasts and SpotifyFollow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsKeep Track of Jodie and Yechiel's movie watching and listsby following Jodi's Letterboxd  Yechiel's LetterboxdHosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

Jodi and Yechiel, joined by special guest, Mina, embrace the return to Wakanda, for the highly anticipated Wakanda Forever. Full reviews (yes, there will be spoilers), thematic explorations and even Oscar (!) predictions.This Episodes Movies and where they are streaming (if relevant):Black Panther: Wakanda Foever | In Theaters | 2022Black Panter | Disney+ | 20182001: A Space Odessey | HBO Max | 1968Contact | Pluto | 1997My Girl | Amazon | 1991Coco | Disney+ | 2017Steel Magnolias | Netflix | 1989Ghost | Prime | 1990Terms of Endearment | HBO Max | 1983Three Billboards Uutside of Ebbings Missouri | HULU | 2017Marcell the Shell without Shoes | Amazon | 2022John Wick | Tubi | 2014Creator | Tubi | 1985Jews on Film can be found on Apple Podcasts and SpotifyFollow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsKeep Track of Jodie and Yechiel's movie watching and listsby following Jodi's Letterboxd  Yechiel's LetterboxdHosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

Jodi and Yechiel take a dive into the films adapted from and inspired by the great Bard himself, William Shakespeare.This Episodes Movies and where they are streaming (if relevant):Romeo+Juliet | HBO MaxHamlet | AmazonTitus | AmazonMuch Ado About Nothing | HBO Max10 things I hate about you | HULUMacbeth  | AmazonRichard III | PlutoRan | AmazonThrone of blood | HBO MaxO | Paramount+West side story | Disney+Henry V | FreeveeChimes at Midnight | HBO MaxAll is true | AmazonAnonymous | AmazonMuch ado About Nothing | HBO MaxRomeo and Juliet | Amazon As You Like It | HBO MaxShakespeare in Love | HBO MaxRosaline | HULUOphelia | NetflixTragedy of Macbeth | Apple+Renaissance Man | AmazonTwelfth Night | AmazonJews on Film can be found on Apple Podcasts and SpotifyFollow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsKeep Track of Jodie and Yechiel's movie watching and listsby following Jodi's Letterboxd  Yechiel's LetterboxdHosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

The transition to fall brings a treasure trove of new movies to theaters and streamers as Oscar seasons heats up. This fall is no different, as Jodi and Yechiel share six movies coming out between mid-September and Thanksgiving that are sure to have great buzz and Oscar contenders. What movies are you looking forward to this fall?This Episodes Movies with release date, where they are streaming (if relevant) and link to the trailer in the titles:Blonde | 9/16/22 | Netflix Amsterdam | 10/7/22  Armageddon Time | 10/28/22 Black Panther: Wakanda Forever | 11/11/22 She Said | 11/18/22 The FabelmansFollow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsKeep Track of Jodie and Yechiel's movie watching and listsby following Jodi's Letterboxd  Yechiel's LetterboxdHosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

Jodi and Yechiel  explore abortion from the perspective the many filmmakers and films that have incorporated the experience of abortion as a plot point or central theme to the story. This Episodes Movies and where they are streaming (if relevant):Happening | AMC+ | 2022Vera Drake | Amazon | 2004Dirty Dancing | HULU | 1987Never Rarely Sometimes Always | Prime | 2020Obvious Child | HBO Max | 2014Citizen Ruth | Paramount+ | 1996If These Walls Could Talk |  Unknown | 1996Plan B | HULU | 2021Unpregnant | HBO Max | 2020Cider House Rules | HULU | 1999Fast Times at Ridgemont High | Peacock | 1982The Last American Virgin | Unknown  | 19824 months, 3 weeks, 2 days | AMC+ | 2007In Memory of Olivia Newton John z"lPlease donate to support Mina's fundraising for Sharsheret, The Jewish Breast & Ovarian Cancer Community and their upcoming first Annual West Coast Dash.https://runsignup.com/sprinting/DonateJews on Film can be found on Apple Podcasts and SpotifyFollow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsKeep Track of Jodie and Yechiel's movie watching and listsby following Jodi's Letterboxd  Yechiel's LetterboxdHosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

For their first deep dive into a director's filmography, Jodi and Yechiel welcome back special guest, Mina, to discuss the films of Taika Waititi (Taika David Cohen). Hot off the recent release of MCU Blockbuster, the 2 Movie Jews gang explore Taika's New Zealand film roots and whether his quirky brilliance translated to Hollywood.In Memory of Olivia Newton John z"lPlease donate to support Mina's fundraising for Sharsheret, The Jewish Breast & Ovarian Cancer Community and their upcoming first Annual West Coast Dash. https://runsignup.com/sprinting/DonateThis Episodes Movies and where they are streaming (if relevant):Eagle vs Shark | Amazon | 2007Boy | Showtime | 2010What We Do in the Shadows | Amazon | 2014Hunt of the Wilderpeople | Netflix | 2016Thor: Ragnarok | Disney+ | 2017Jo Jo Rabbit | Hulu | 2019Thor: Love and Thunder | In Theaters | 2022Jews on Film can be found on Apple Podcasts and SpotifyFollow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsKeep Track of Jodie and Yechiel's movie watching and listsby following Jodi's Letterboxd  Yechiel's LetterboxdHosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

Jodi and Yechiel discovered another dynamic Jewish duo who love film as much as they do. The 2 Movie Jews team guest starred on exciting new episode of Jews on Film to talk about Quentin Tarintino's WWII Epic Revenge Fantasy, and how Jewish is this film, really?Jews on Film can be found on Apple Podcasts and SpotifyThis Episodes Movies and where they are streaming (if relevant):Inglourious Basterds | HULUFollow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsKeep Track of Jodie and Yechiel's movie watching and listsby following Jodi's Letterboxd  Yechiel's LetterboxdHosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

After a brief hiatus for summer & Covid, 2 Movie Jews returns with a first for the podcast. Jodi and Yechiel interview Lisa Hurwitz, the first time filmmaker of the grassroots smash success, The Automat.  In this interview, Lisa reflects upon her journey as a first time documentary filmmakers, her inspirations, what it was like to work with Mel Brooks and others stars. She discusses the power of telling a story about community and a city she loves and now calls home.The Automat is available for VOD rental and purchase on Amazon and other sites.Follow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsKeep Track of Jodie and Yechiel's movie watching and listsby following Jodi's Letterboxd  Yechiel's LetterboxdHosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

Their reviews and discussion of hit indie film "Everything Everywhere All at Once" and blockbuster MCU movie "Dr Strange and the Multiverse of Madness" sparked Jodi and Yechiel to explore what exactly is the multiverse in cinematic terms, and the films that have been exploring these themes for decades. This Episodes Movies and where they are streaming (if relevant):Dr Strange and the Multiverse of Madness | In TheatersEverything Everywhere All At Once | In TheatersSpiderman: No Way Home | AmazonPurple Rose of Cairo | NetflixRun Lola Run | NetflixBack to the Future Series | HuluWizard of Oz | AmazonIt's a Wonderful Life? | HBO MaxSliding Doors | HBO MaxLooper | NetflixDonnie Darko | HBO Max12 Monkeys | StarzEdge of Tomorrow | AmazonFollow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsKeep Track of Jodie and Yechiel's movie watching and listsby following Jodi's Letterboxd  Yechiel's LetterboxdHosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

This summer brings over 30 new movies to theaters and even more straight to streaming platforms. Jodi and Yechiel discuss the six movies that stand out for them as one they cannot wait to see this summer.What movies are you looking forward to this summer?This Episodes Movies with release date, where they are streaming (if relevant) and link to the trailer in the titles:Lightyear | 6/17 | In Theaters Cha Cha Real Smooth | 6/17 |  Apple+Marcel the Shell with Shoes On |6/24 | In TheatersThor: Love and Thunder | 7/8 | In TheatersWhere the Crawdads Sing |7/15 | In TheatersNope | 7/22 | In Theaters (Imax)Follow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsKeep Track of Jodie and Yechiel's movie watching and listsby following Jodi's Letterboxd  Yechiel's LetterboxdHosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

Celebrate the 1 YEAR Anniversary of 2 Movie Jewish with a special episode. Jodi and Yechiel reminisce and reflect on the first season of the podcast, and discuss what's to come in the second season. Much thanks to all our listeners, and to all the passionate fans and relatives who have shared the podcast, and the fan who have given us great reviews on Apple Podcasts.The most gratitude goes our to our spouses and children who support us and put up with our recording and constant debating about the movies and why doing this podcast is the best thing in our lives.Check out all the past episodes of 2 Movie Jews, and look forward to exciting new episodes, including a Summer Movie preview, an interview with a first time director and a crossover episode with another podcaset.Follow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsKeep Track of Jodie and Yechiel's movie watching and listsby following Jodi's Letterboxd  Yechiel's LetterboxdAND SPECIAL FOR OSCAR SEASONCheck out Jodi's Oscar Bloghttp://bermanoscarblog.blogspot.com/Hosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

This year's Oscars awards show had so much to talk about this mini-episode became a full on one hour plus episode. Jodi and Yechiel discuss all the best moments, speeches, surprises delights and disappointments. And yes, they even discuss their takes on the moment that no one will ever forget when the Best Documentary Feature was being presented, and all that followed.This episode's Oscar movies:Summer of Soul | HuluBelfast | On DemandCODA | Apple+Power of the Dog | NetflixLost Daughter | NetflixDrive My Car | In TheatersWest Side Story | HBO Max & Disney+Encanto | Disney+King Richard  | HBO MaxEyes of Tammy Faye | HBO MaxDune | HBO MaxWorst Person in the World | HULUCruella | Disney+Follow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsKeep Track of Jodie and Yechiel's movie watching and listsby following Jodi's Letterboxd  Yechiel's LetterboxdAND SPECIAL FOR OSCAR SEASONCheck out Jodi's Oscar Bloghttp://bermanoscarblog.blogspot.com/Hosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

2022 brought us a new Batmen flick, "The Batman" directed by Matt Reeves and staring Robert Pattison. Jodi and Yechiel take a deep dive into the new film and ask the question, "Do we really need a new Batman.' Beyond their review and anaysis of the new film, Jodi and Yechiel take this opportunity to survey and share their takes on the last 33 years of live-action Batman depictions in Cinema.What does Batman say about our society, our desire for heroes and how does each new interpretation uniquely speak to its moment and build on each other? This episode's Batman movies:Batman | 1989 | Tim Burton | HuluBatman Returns | 1992 | Tim Burton | HuluBatman Forever |  | Joel Schumacher | HuluBatman & Robin | 1997 | Joel Schumacher | HukuBatman Begins | 2005 | Christopher Nolan | NetflixThe Dark Knight | 2008 | Christopher Nolan | NetflixThe Dark Knight Rises | 2012 | Christopher Nolan | HBO MaxBatman vs Superman: Dawn of Justice | 2016 | Zack Snyder | HBO MaxJustice League | 2017 | Zack Snyder | HBO MaxThe Batman | 2022 | Matt Reeves | In TheatresFollow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsKeep Track of Jodie and Yechiel's movie watching and listsby following Jodi's Letterboxd  Yechiel's LetterboxdAND SPECIAL FOR OSCAR SEASONCheck out Jodi's Oscar Bloghttp://bermanoscarblog.blogspot.com/Hosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

Jodi and Yechiel shared their reactions to the 2022 Oscar nominations, including their favorite selections, biggest snubs and who should have been bumped.Follow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsKeep Track of Jodi and Yechiel's movie watching and listsby following Jodi's Letterboxd  Yechiel's LetterboxdAND SPECIAL FOR OSCAR SEASONCheck out Jodi's Oscar Bloghttp://bermanoscarblog.blogspot.com/Hosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

The much awaited second half of Jodie and Yechiel's picks for the best films of 2021 is finally here. This episode's movies:Quo Vadis, Aida (Serbia) | Hulu/PrimeBelfast | TheatersCODA | Apple+Swan Song | Apple+Mass | On DemandLicorice Pizza | TheatersPower of the Dog | NetflixLost Daughter | NetflixDrive My Car | In TheatersHand of God | NetflixRaya and the Last Dragon | Disney+West Side Story | In TheatersRespect | On DemandThe Tender Bar | Amazon PrimeThe Green Knight | On DemandThe Sparks Brothers | NetflixPassing | NetflixThe Tragedy of Macbeth | Apple+Follow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsKeep Track of Jodie and Yechiel's movie watching and listsby following Jodi's Letterboxd  Yechiel's LetterboxdAND SPECIAL FOR OSCAR SEASONCheck out Jodi's Oscar Bloghttp://bermanoscarblog.blogspot.com/Hosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanSpecial Guest Host: Mina HoffmanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

A special bonus episode between Part 1 and Part 2 of the Best of 2021 episode. Jodie and Yechiel respond in speed round fashion to hot seat questions about the Best of 2021.Part 2 of the Best Films of 2021 episode is coming next week.THE SPEED ROUND (Yechiel | Jodi)Best Fight Scene | Nobody-Bus Scene | Shang Chi-Final BattleBest Breakthrough Performance | Patti Harrison (Together, Together) | Troy Kotsur (CODA)Best Performance by a Child | The Puppet Annette (Annette) | Woody Norman (Cmon Cmon)Best Movie Soundtrack | Licorice Pizza/ Belfast | BelfastBest Score | Dune | The French Dispatch (Alexandre Desplat 2/10)Movie most certain will be nominated for best picture | Belfast | The Power of the DogBest Song | Fight For you by H.E.R. (Judas and the Black Messiah) | Guns Go Bang by Jay-Z and Kd Cudi (The Harder They Fall)Best debut performance | Alana Haim & Cooper Hoffman (Licorice Pizza) | Jude Hill (Belfast)best theatrical experience | Spider-Man: No way Home | EternalsMost disappointing movie | Don't Look Up | AnnetteMovie that should have had all the buzz but didn't/overlooked | Coda | MassBest Doc about a famous person | Roadrunner | Mayor PeteMost Laugh Out Loud Movie | Barb & Starr Go to Vista Del Mar | The Eyes of Tammy FayeMovie most likely to become a cult hit | Annette | The Harder They FallMovie that should have been a TV Series | Matrix Resurrections | Everybody's Talking About JamieBest movie about a famous person | King Richard/ Tick Tick Boom | RespectFollow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsKeep Track of Jodi and Yechiel's movie watching and listsby following Jodi's Letterboxd  Yechiel's LetterboxdHosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

Jodie and Yechiel are finally ready to reveal their Best Films of 2021 (or at least from the one's they have managed to see, which are A LOT).The movies this year were so amazing that this discussion had to be divided into two parts. So look out for Part 2 of this discussion to follow.This episode's movies:Summer of Soul | HuluTick Tick Boom | NetflixShang Chi and the Legend of the 10 Rings | Disney+In the Heights | HBO MaxC'mon C'mon | AmazonMitchells vs the Machines | NetflixPig | huluJudas and the Black Messiah | HBO maxBergman Island | huluFollow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsKeep Track of Jodie and Yechie's movie watching and listsby following Jodi's Letterboxd  Yechiel's Letterboxd Hosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanSpecial Guest Host: Mina HoffmanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

Jodi and Yechiel share their honorable mentions for 2021 that you shouldn't miss. They cover docs, international films, comedies, musicals and films by a first time director.This Episodes Movies (and where they are stream) :The Rescue | Disney+The Lost Daughter | NetflixWest Side Story | In TheatersBelfast | Video On DemandSpiderman: No Way Home | In TheatersVivo | NetflixStreet Gang | HBO MaxLand | Robin WrightTick Tick Boom | NetflixPrayers For the Stolen | NetflixThe Harder They Fall | NetflixTogether Together | HuluFollow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsHosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanSpecial Guest Host: Mina HoffmanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

With 2022 upon us, the start of a New Year is an opportunity to imagine new possibilities for ourselves, and to learn from the movies that exemplify a fresh start.Jodi and Yechiel explore different thematic categories for the movies that inspired them to consider what a fresh start can be. This Episodes Movies (and where they are stream) :Overboard | AmazonBridget Jones Diary | AmazonTrainspotting | ShowtimeJerry Maguire | NetflixSilver Linings Playbook | NetflixGroundhog Day | HuluAlice Doesn't Live Here Anymore | HBO MaxEat Pray Love | NetflixWild | AmazonBaby Boom | Hulu/HBO MaxThe Frisco Kid | Rent on Apple TV or YoutubeThelma and Louise | NetflixErin Brokovich | Rent on Apple TV or YoutubeMy Fair Lady | NetflixThe Matrix | HBO MaxBruised | NetflixThe Unforgiveable | NetflixZola | ShowtimeFollow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsHosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanSpecial Guest Host: Mina HoffmanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

Since people first started making narrative films, the holidays became a central theme. But with all that Christmas cheer, how safe are these movies for our 2MovieJews hosts.  As movie lovers, Jodi and Yechiel sure cannot resist the chance to say no to the grinch and celebrate their favorite holiday movies and the many reasons everyone should enjoy a good holiday movie.This Episodes Movies (and where they are stream) :Die Hard | 1988 | Peacock8 Crazy Nights | 2002 | Amazon PrimeGremlins | 1984 | HBO MaxJingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey | 2020 | NetflixTrading Places | 1983 | HULUWhite Christmas | 1954 | NetflixHome Alone | 1990 | Disney+The Night Before Christmas | 1993 | Disney+Klaus | 2019 | NetflixHebrew Hammer | 2003 | TubiThe Night Before | 2015 | AmazonIron Man 3 | 2013 | Disney+Follow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsHosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanSpecial Guest Host: Mina HoffmanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

December is a great time for movies, with all the wonderful Oscar hopefuls from around the world being released in theaters and on streaming platforms. Jodi and Yechiel share six of their top pics for movies being released in the coming winter months.(Be prepared, we will not be discussing any of the big studio blockbusters being released)What movies are you looking forward to?This Episodes Movies with release date, where they are streaming (if relevant) and titles link to the trailer:Power of the Dog | In Theaters/Netflix | 12/1/21 | Jane CampionThe Hand of God | Netflix | 12/15/21 | Paolo SorrentinoThe Lost Daughter | Theaters/Netflix | Dec 17/ Dec 31 | Maggie GyllenhallLicorice Pizza | In Theaters | 12/31/21 (wide) | Paul Thomas AndersonNightmare Alley | In Theaters | 12/2/21 | Guillermo Del ToroA Hero | Theaters/ Amazon Prime | Jan 7/ Jan 21 | Asghar FarhadiFollow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsHosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

Since the dawn of cinema, filmmakers have been remaking the movies that came before them. Jodi and Yechiel delve into the remakes that are upgrades and downgrades, and discuss their favorites and upcoming remakes.Plus a indepth review of one Hollywood's latest remakes, Dune.This Episodes Movies (and where they are stream) :Dune (1984) | HBO MaxDune (2021  | In TheatersLe Jetee (1961) | YouTube12 Monkeys (1995) | HULUMax Max: Fury Road (2015 | HBO MaxMad Max (1979) | HULUThe Road Warrior (1982) | AmazonStar Trek: The Motion Picture (1979) | Paramount+Star Trek (2009) | Paramount+A Star is Born (2018) | HBO MaxA Star is Born (1989) | AmazonLittle Women (1994) | PrimeLittle Women (2019) | HULULittle Women (2019) | HULUHere Comes Mr. Jordan (1941) | AmazonHeaven Can Wait (1978) HULUFreaky Friday  (1976) | Disney+ Freaky Friday (2003) | Disney+Parent Trap (1961) | Disney+ Parent Trap (1998) | Disney+Road House (1998) | AmazonAlice in Wonderland (1951) | Disney+Alice in Wonderland (2010) | Disney+Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory (1971) | HBO MaxCharlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005) | HBO MaxPlanet of the Apes (1971) | HBO MaxPlanet of the Apes (2001 | AmazonFollow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsHosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanSpecial Guest Host: Mina HoffmanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

Pixar has been bringing cinematic magic to the big screens for 26 years. While this year's Luca got released exclusively on Disney+, Pixar is more than worthy a full on overview review. Jodi and Yechiel welcome back special guest host Mina to discuss their cross-generational take on all things Pixar. They dish on their top 5 Pixar Films, the bottom of the barrel (hello Cars 2) and what exactly is that cinematic Pixar magic.This Episodes Movies are available on:All Pixar movies are available on Disney+  The Pixar Story is available on NetflixFor more on the Pixar Theoryhttps://jonnegroni.com/2013/07/11/the-pixar-theory/Follow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsHosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanGuest Host: Mina Z HoffmanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

For Jodi and Yechiel out in LA, the fall season has nothing to do with leaves, and everything to do with all the best movies coming out at once.Listen as they break down the movies they are most excited for their release in October and November. They share the top movies made from adaptations, true stories other intellectual properties and the tried and true you can truly count on. And for an extra bonus, they will tell you which ones to stream and which ones to buy a ticket to go see in a movie theater.This Episodes Movies with release date, where they are streaming (if relevant) and titles link to the trailer:Dune | HBO Max | 10/22/21French Dispatch | Searchlight | 10/22/21Spencer | Not streaming | 11/5Eternals | Disney | 11/5/21Belfast | Focus | 11/12/21Tick Tick Boom | Netflix | 11/12King Richard | HBO Max | 11/19Ghostbuster: Afterlife | Sony | 11/19/21House of Gucci | Paramount + | 11/24Encanto | Disney+ | 11/24Follow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsHosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

Jodi and Yechiel join Esther and Erin from the Bagel Report for an exciting podcast crossover episode to celebrate the Jewish holiday of Sukkot.From the Bagel Report https://thebagelreport.libsyn.com/two-bagels-2moviejews-one-virtual-sukkah"Is a sukkah made of bagels acceptable in Jewish law? It is in Jewish podcast law! Welcome to the virtual sukkah lovefest as the Bagels welcome special guests (ushPODzin!)—and Jewy writers' room-in-formation—Jodi and Yechiel from the 2MovieJews podcast. Looking at the whole world through a Jewy lens, the foursome pitches concepts for Sukkot-themed movies and TV shows. Later, they share their celebrity Sukkot guest lists in a modern interpretation of Ushpizin, the invocation of ancestors as Sukkah guests." Follow  @estherk and @ebenmoche and on Twitter and Facebook @TheBagelReport Follow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsHosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanSpecial Guest Host: Mina HoffmanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman

Just in time for Yom Kippur, Jodi and Yechiel embrace their guilt and share the movies that are their favorite guilty pleasures.This Episodes Movies (and where they are stream) :Johnny Dangerously (1984) | Hulu/PrimeFletch (1985) | PrimeIce Castles (1978) | PrimeBad Boys (1995) | AmazonWaterworld (1995) | AmazonThe Fifth Element (1997) | AmazonRoad House (1989) | AmazonFollow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsHosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanSpecial Guest Host: Mina HoffmanTechnical Advisor: Vlad KustanovichLogo Design: Daria Lesnik HoffmanMusical Theme: Noel Berman