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This week, Jeanette and special guests, Colleen Bradley and Nzinga Murray, continue their journey of their Harry Potter franchise series to talk about the 2002 fantasy film, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. Director Chris Columbus (not to be confused with Christopher Columbus) and written by Steve Kloves. The film continues Harry Potter's journey at Hogwarts where the heir of Salazar Slytherin opens the Chamber of Secrets, unleashing a monster that petrifies the school's students. With the help of one of his friends, a house-elf who looks like a famous fake president, and a professor who lights are on but no one's home, Harry confronts both the beast and the heir of Slytherin. Special thanks to for taking part in this unique episode.

This week, Jeanette and special guest, Oscar Martinez, continue their journey of Greig Fraser cinematography series to talk about the 2012 political action thriller film, Zero Dark Thirty. Inspired by true events, the film dramatizes the nearly decade-long international manhunt for Osama bin Laden, leader of the terrorist network Al-Qaeda, after the September 11 attacks. This search leads to the discovery of his compound in Pakistan and the U.S. military raid where bin Laden was killed on May 2, 2011. While this is a controversial film of Fraiser's career, Oscar and Jeanette delve into his input and depiction of the raw scenes unfolding in front of the characters eyes. Special thanks to Oscar Martinez for taking part in this unique episode.

Today, Jeanette and special guest Elise Dean come together for their niche film series to talk about the 2023 Comedy Film, Quiz Lady. Directed by Jessica Yu, written by Jen D'Angelo and stars Sandra Oh and Awkwafina, the film focuses on a tightly wound, game show-obsessed young woman is encouraged by her eclectic older sister to compete on her favorite game show, Can't Stop the Quiz, in order to pay their mother's loan shark. From Ben Franklin with braces to a neighbor thinking Paul Reubens is Alan Cumming, this film delves into the sisterhood between complete opposites. Thank you Elise Dean for stopping by again to talk about this funny and eclectic film.

This week, Jeanette and special guest, Myles Webb, join together to talk about the 2013 Romantic-Comedy Drama, Enough Said. Written and Directed by Nicole Holofcener and starring Julia Louis-Dreyfus, James Gandolfini, Catherine Keener, Toni Collette and Ben Falcone. The film follows a divorced masseuse who begins a relationship with man who she is not fully attractive to, only to discover that her new boyfriend is the former husband of her client and new friend. From pulling perfectly good grass to affluent women driving a Chevy, Myles and Jeanette determine how niche this film can achieve. Special thanks to Myles Webb for taking part in this cute and sweet film.

This week, Jeanette and special guest, Jennifer Chan, continue their "Whatever We Feel Like Series" Series and talk about the 2018 Psychological Drama, Life Itself. Written and Directed by LDan Fogelman and starring Oscar Isaac, Olivia Wilde, Mandy Patinkin, and Antonio Banderas the film follows multiple couples over numerous generations, who are all connected to a single event. From a lack of continuity to what a critic considered as "Parental Slaughter", Jennifer and Jeanette determine if this should be consider a psychological thriller. Special thanks to Jennifer Chan for taking part in this sappy film with a couple of good scenes.

This week, Jeanette and Mero join forces to talk about the 1988 Fantasy Horror Comedy film, Beetlejuice. Directed by Tim Burton and written by Michael McDowell, Warren Skaaren, and Larry Wilson. The film stars Alec Baldwin and Geena Davis as a recently deceased couple who, as ghosts haunting their former home, contact Beetlejuice, an obnoxious and devious “bio-exorcist” from the Netherworld, to scare away the home's new inhabitants. With the help of "I'm not like other girls" goth teen and a overqualified dead guy, the couple tries to learn the ropes of bureaucracy in the afterlife while trying to take back their once cozy house. From Warner Brothers giving bad advice to strange sculptures no one commissioned for, Jeanette and Mero determine the level or weirdness this film achieves. Thank you Mero for stopping by to talk about this bureaucratic, yet funny film.

This week, Jeanette and Mero join forces to talk about the 2004 American Action-Adventure Heist film, National Treasure. Directed by Jon Turteltaub and written by Jim Kouf and the Wibberleys, the film stars Nicolas Cage as Benjamin Franklin Gates, a middle aged man who searches for a massive lost Freemason treasure that has been hidden away by the founding fathers of the United States. With the help of his computer sick kick expert and a Pennsylvania Dutch archivist, Benjamin Franklin Gates makes excuses to steal the Declaration of Independence and expose it to "harsh" chemicals like lemon and bad breath. From Nicolas Cage being Nicolas Cage to this movie is brought to you by Visa, Jeanette and Mero decide if this is a movie Cage has to complete to cover back taxes. Thank you Mero for stopping by to talk about this Uncharted-esq film.

This week, Jeanette and special guest, Colleen Bradley, continue their sci-fi/fantasy series to talk about the 1984 Comedy Horror film, Gemlins. Directed by Joe Dante, the film stars Zach Galligan as Billy, a young man who receives a mogwai creature from his father as a Christmas gift. With the pet, Billy has to follow three rules: do not take the mogwai into a bright light, especially sunlight; do not place the mogwai in water; and do not give the mogwai food after midnight. When Billy accidentally breaks all three rules, he encounter devious versions of the mogwai who wreak havoc in the small town. With the help of his "gal" friend and his mogwai, Billy must find a way to get rid of the creatures and stop them from destroying the town. From watching different PG versions of the film to debating whether it was worth hiring voice actors for little dialogue, Jeanette and Colleen debate if this should be consider a Christmas movie. Thank you Colleen for stopping by to talk about this unique, yet shocking film

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Today, Jeanette and special guest Alec Baer come together for their films you should have seen in film school series to talk about the 2002 Meta Comedy-Drama Film, Adaptation. "Based" on a novel by Susan Orlean, the film was directed by Spike Jonze, written by Charlie Kaufman, and stars Nicolas Cage, Meryl Streep, and Chris Cooper. The film focuses on Charlie Kaufman struggle with writer's block as he tries to adapt Susan's Orlean's 1998 nonfiction book, The Orchid Thief. As he tries to figure out how to adapt the novel, Susan Orlean embarks on her investigation of John Laroche, who was arrested for taking rare Floridian orchids from their habitat in a Florida state park. From sprouted beans to Jeanette's hatred for a classic movie, the duo come together to explore the themes, symbolisms, and writing of this unique film. Thank you Alec for stopping by to talk about this amazing film.

Today, Jeanette and special guest Elise Dean come together for their niche film series to talk about the 2000 Romantic Drama Film, Where the Heart Is. Based on a novel by Billie Letts, the film was Directed by Matt Williams and written by Lowell Ganz and Babaloo Mandel and stars Natalie Portman, Ashley Judd, and Stockard Channing. The film focuses on a pregnant 17 year old name Novalee Nation, who is left behind at a Walmart in Sequoyah, Oklahoma by her deadbeat Baby Daddy, Willie Jack. After giving birth to her daughter at the Walmart, she gains notoriety for having a "Walmart Baby". Over the course of five years, Novalee makes a new life in town with friendships and love. Thank you Elise Dean for stopping by again to talk about this character-driven film.

This week, Jeanette and special guest, Oscar Martinez, continue their journey of Greig Fraser cinematography series to talk about the 2018 American biographical political satire black comedy-drama film, Vice. Based on the life of former Vice President of the United States, Dick Cheney, the film follows Cheney on his path to becoming the most powerful Vice President in American history. Though this entry is subdue compared to Fraser's other work, we overcome our political beliefs to critique and praise the look of the film. From pursed bottom lip to calmly telling people that you are having a heart attach, the film delves deep into the mysterious mind of one of the least favorite politicians in US politics. Special thanks to Oscar Martinez for taking part in this unique episode.

This week, Jeanette and Mero come together to talk about the 1997 American Drama Film, The Ice Storm. Directed by Ang Lee, written by James Schamus, and based on a book of the same name by Rick Moody. The films focuses on two dysfunctional New Canaan, Connecticut, upperclass families who try to deal with tumultuous social changes of the early 1970s, and their escapism through alcohol, adultery, and sexual experimentation. From upperclass problems to a Nixon mask, this drama is packed with awkward conversations and mixed signals for all to cringe and adore.

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This week, Jeanette and special guest, Colleen Bradley, begin their sci-fi/fantasy series to talk about the 2007 Romantic Fantasy Adventure film, Stardust. Based on Neil Gaiman's 1999 book and directed by Matthew Vaughn, the film stars Charlie Cox as Tristan, a young man who searches out for a falling star to a woman he likes who does not like him back. When he finds out the star is not only on the other side of a mythical - yet physical - wall, but the star is actually a woman name Yvaine. Soon he realize other people are after her, including a witch hunting her for her youth, and two adult Princes searching for the white ruby Yvaine has in order to take over their father's throne. From goats turning to humans to pirates capturing lightning, Tristan and Yvaine soon develop something more than memories. Thank you Colleen for stopping by to talk about this adventurous and compact movie.

This week, Jeanette and special guest Nzinga Murray come together for the journey in search of a Strong Female Lead Character film series to talk about the 2015 American Western Film, Jane Got a Gun. Directed by Gavin O'Connor, written by Brian Buffield, Anthony Tambakis, and Joel Edgerton, and starring Natalie Portman and Joel Edgerton the film follows a woman who asks her ex-lover for help in order to save her outlaw husband from a gang out to kill him. From a three year production hell to the fact that Ewan McGregor is in this film, both Nzinga and Jeanette debate whether the film should have an apostrophe and an s with Jane in the title. Thank you Nzinga Murray for talking about this weird yet interesting film

This week, Jeanette and special guest, Jennifer Chan, switch gears from our "Romantic Comedy Series that Isn't a Foreign Film Even Though We Started with Foreign Film Series" Series to "Whatever We Feel Like Series" Series and talk about the 1995 Coming-of-Age Drama, Kids. Directed by Larry Clarke and starring Leo Fitzpatrick, Justin Pierce, and Chloë Sevigny, the film follows a group of teens traveling around New York City skateboarding, drinking, smoking, and deflowering virgins over the course of 24 hours. Though the film is one of the most controversial films this podcast has ever talked about, Kids provide us and the audience a good lesson about the decisions we make in life. Special thanks to Jennifer Chan for taking part in this edgy film episode. Please note, this episode contains topics of sexual assault. If you or someone you know has experienced sexual assault, RAINN has a 24/7 hotline that is both free and confidential. You can go online at rainn.org or at 800-656-HOPE (4673). Listener's discretion is advised.

This week, Jeanette and special guests, Nzinga Murray and Elise Dean, talk about the 2022 Action Adventure Comedy film, The Lost City. Starring Sandra Bullock and Channing Tatum, the film follows a romance novelist and her cover model escaping from a billionaire who wants her to find a lost ancient burial chamber described in one of her books. From a Jamba Juice butt to tasting one's thoughts, this episode continues both our Bad-Ass Woman Series with Nzinga and begin a Hot Guy Alert/Niche series for Elise. Special thanks to Nzinga and Elise for taking part in this amazing and special three way call episode.

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This week, Jeanette and special guest Nzinga Murray come together for the journey in search of a Strong Female Lead Character film series to talk about the 2011 Action Thriller Film, Colombiana. Directed by Olivier Megaton, written by Robert Mark Karmen and Luc Besson, and starring Zoë Saldaña. Fifteen years after her family was murdered by a drug lord in Colombiana, a woman becomes a stone-cold killing assassin as she seeks revenge. From drawing the orchid on people's stomach to having panic rooms with not hot cheetos, both Nzinga and Jeanette conjure up a Buddy Comedy movie with Zoe and Natalie Portman. Thank you Nzinga Murray for talking about this amazing, action packed film.

Today, Jeanette and special guest Elise Dean come together for their niche film series to talk about the 2006 Romantic Comedy Teen Sports Film, She's the Man. Directed by Andy Fickman and starring Amanda Bynes, Channing Tatum. The Shakespearian adaptation follows a young lady who disguises herself as her twin brother and attends his boarding school in order to play soccer after her own high school cancels the girls team. However, as the lady delves deeper into her lie, she soon discover she is stuck in a love square where she likes a boy, who likes a girl, who actually likes another guy (even though he is a girl in disguise), who the real guy is still in a one-sided relationship with another girl. Thank you Elise Dean for stopping by again to talk about this niche of a film.

This week, Jeanette and Mero come together to talk about the 2012 Romantic Comedy Film, The Five Year Engagement. Directed by Nicholas Stoller and written by Stoller and Jason Segel, the films focuses on Tom proposing to his girlfriend, Violet, one year after they met. Though they plan on getting married within the next year, life obstacles get in their way, causing their engagement to extend and their relationship to strain. From images of butts to mispronouncing Welsh names, this romcom is packed with good jokes and realistic relationships. After talking about the film, Jeanette and Mero reveal an announcement of their own.

This week, Jeanette and special guest, Oscar Martinez, talk about the 2022 Superhero film, The Batman. Based on the DC Comics character Batman, the film follows the titular character two years into his vigilante career, where he uncovers corruption within the Gotham City while pursuing the Riddle, a serial killer who targets the city's corrupt elite . This episode continues our focus on now Oscar winning Cinematographer, Greig Fraser, by talking about his style and technique during the making of this film. Special thanks to Oscar Martinez for taking part in this amazing episode.

This week, Jeanette and Mero join forces to talk about the myth, the legend, Steven Seagal. Professional actor, stunt person, and aikido expert. You name it, Seagal has done it, even if it requires zero effort. From citizenship collecting to being the worst host on SNL, Jeanette and Mero dive into Steven's life to answer the main question: is Steven Seagal the tragedy of Hollywood. Please note, this episode contains conversations about sexual harassment. Listener discretion is advised.

This week, Jeanette and Mero continue their conversation journey about the 41st season of the reality competition show, Survivor. Now with the remaining survivors merging in one tribe, they must continue to outwit, outsmart, and outlast to find out who is "Sole Survivor". From Chucky dolls to metaphorical snakes, Survivor tries to wrap up season 41 so they can prepare for season 42.

This week, Jeanette and Mero come together to talk about the 41st season of the reality competition show, Survivor. Hosted by Jeff Probst, Survivor focuses on a group of strangers in an isolated location, where they must compete to find out who is "Sole Survivor". From impatient boat drivers to changing the rules at the last minute, this show tries to pick up where they left off and make up for the year and a half it was off the air.

This week, Jeanette and special guest Nzinga Murray come together for their Strong Female Character film series to talk about the 2017 Action Thriller Film, Atomic Blonde. Written by Kurt Johnstad, directed by David Leitch and starring Charlize Theron. Set days prior to the collapse of the Berlin Wall in 1989, a spy name Lorraine has to track down who killed a fellow MI6 agent while obtaining a unique wristwatch that contain a list of double agents being smuggled into the West. From excessive mansplaining to a sex scene with no purpose, both Nzinga and Jeanette soon realize they are not living up to their segment of Strong Female Characters in movies. Thank you Nzinga Murray for stopping by to talk about this exquisite movie.

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Today, Jeanette and special guest Elise Dean come together for their niche film series and Halloween Special to talk about the 2022 Fantasy Comedy Film, Hocus Pocus 2. Directed by Kenny Ortega and starring Bette Midle, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy, AKA the Big Three. The film follows two young ladies who accidentally bring back the Sanderson Sisters 29 years since their last visit. As the sisters wreak havoc, the ladies try to find a way to stop them before all is lost. Thank you Elise Dean for stopping by again to talk about this amazing film.

Today, Jeanette and special guest Elise Dean come together for their niche film series to talk about the 1993 Fantasy Comedy Film, Hocus Pocus. Directed by Kenny Ortega and starring Bette Midle, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy, AKA the Big Three. The film follows a villainous comedic trio of witches known as the Sanderson Sisters, who are inadvertently resurrected by a teenage boy in Salem, Massachusetts, on Halloween night. With the help of a talking black cat, a Hilary Swank Lookalike, and his sister, the boy tries to find a way to stop the Sanderson Sisters from destroying Salem. Thank you Elise Dean for stopping by to talk about this comedy classic.

This week, Jeanette and special guest Nzinga Murray come together for their Strong Female Character film series to talk about the 2019 Action Comedy Film, Charlie's Angels. Written and directed by Elizabeth Banks and starring Kristen Stewart, Ella Balinska, and Naomi Scott. In this film, a young systems engineer blows the whistle on a dangerous technology, causing a new generation of Charlie's Angels to put their lives on the line to protect the engineer and the world. Thank you Nzinga Murray for stopping by to talk about this bad but good film with multiple Bosleys!

This week, Jeanette and special guests, Nzinga Murray and Elise Dean, talk about the 2018 Post-Apocalyptic Horror Thriller film, Birdbox. Based on the 2014 novel by Josh Malerman, the film follows Malorie as she tries to protect herself and two children from entities which cause people who look at them to die by suicide. This episode continues our Bad-Ass Woman Series with Nzinga and begin a Hot Guy Alert series for Elise. Special thanks to Nzinga and Elise for taking part in this amazing and special episode. Since this movie deals with suicide, The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is available across the US. If you need help, dial or text 988 or go to 988lifeline.org.

This week, Jeanette and special guest, Oscar Martinez, talk about the 2021 Epic Sci-Fi film, Dune. Based on the 1965 novel by Frank Herbert, the film follows Paul Atreides as his Nobel family is thrust into war for the deadly and inhospitable desert planet, which carries a valuable "spice" everybody needs in their lives. This episode continues our focus on Cinematographer Greig Fraser's style and technique. Special thanks to Oscar Martinez for taking part in this cool episode.

We are back after two months of peak time from Jeanette's work. This week, Jeanette and special guest, Colleen Bradley, begin their sci-fi/fantasy series to talk about the 1999 Science Fiction Comedy film, Galaxy Quest. Directed by Dean Parisot and starring Tim Allen, Sigourney Weaver, Alan Rickman, and Tony Shalhoub, the film focuses on a cast of a fictional defunct cult television series, Galaxy Quest, who are drawn into a real interstellar conflict when they are visited by actual aliens who think the series is an accurate documentary. Thank you Colleen for stopping by to talk about this amazing movie. By Grabthar's hammer, we're back!!!

This week, Jeanette and special guest Nzinga Murray come together for their Strong Female Character film series to talk about the 2003 Action Comedy Sequel, Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle. Directed by McG and starring Cameron Diaz, Drew Barrymore, and Lucy Liu. In this film, the Angels investigate a series of murders which occur after titanium rings containing a witness protection profile database are stolen. As they try to retrieve the rings, one of the Angels' dark secrets resurfaces, putting the team's lives on the line. Thank you Nzinga Murray for stopping by to talk about this campy, yet bad movie with a horrible Irish accent. "Give us the rrrings!"

This week, Jeanette and Mero come together to talk about the 1989 Romantic Comedy Film, When Harry Met Sally. Directed by Rob Reiner and written by Nora Ephron, the films focuses on a guy name Harry - played by Billy Crystal - and a woman name Sally - played by Meg Ryan -experience chance encounters throughout the twelve years they known each other. Over the course of the film, the story addresses the biggest question, Can men and women just ever be friends? After talking about the film, Jeanette and Mero talk about how they met.

This week, Jeanette and special guest, Myles Webb, began a journey of movie franchise no one asked for with the 2016 and 2021 animated comedy films, Sing and Sing 2. Written and directed by Garth Jennings, who voiced Miss Crawly, Sing focused on an owner of a run down theater who holds a singing competition in order to bring business back to his theater. When he spots a mistake on the flyer to promote a 100K prize, he lies to the performers in hopes to make enough money to cover it. In Sing 2, Buster Moon and the singers try to win a chance to perform at Redshore Hill, the hottest spot a singer can perform; however, after a failed attempt, one of the performers mention having a show that include Clay Calloway, a legendary rock star who has not been seen in 15 years. Once the group is green lit, Buster does whatever it takes to find Calloway and get him to perform Special thanks to Myles Webb for this funny episode.

This week, Jeanette and special guest, Oscar Martinez, talk about the 2014 Australian Biographical Drama, Lion. Based on the true story of Saroo Brierley, the film follows an Indian boy who becomes lost after falling asleep on a train, only to be adopted by an Australian couple. Twenty years late, Saroo uses Google Maps to track down his mother and siblings. This episode continues our focus on Cinematographer Greig Fraser's style and technique. Special thanks to Oscar Martinez for taking part in this amazing episode.

This week, Jeanette and special guest Elise Dean come together for their niche film series to talk about the 2014 Black Comedy Horror Film, The Voices. Directed by Marjane Satrapi and starring Ryan Reynolds, Gemma Arterton, and Anna Kendrick, the film focuses on a likable guy who pursues his office crush with help from his evil talking pets. However, things turn sinister when she stands him up for a date. Thank you Elise Dean for stopping by to talk about this weird yet funny film.

This week, Jeanette and special guest, Jennifer Chan, talk about another episode for our "Romantic Comedy Series that Isn't a Foreign Film Even Though We Started with Foreign Film Series" Series the 1987 Romantic Comedy, Roxanne. Directed by Fred Schepisi and starring Steve Martin and Daryl Hannah, the movie follows a small town Fire Chief with a incredibly large nose who falls in love with a beautiful woman named Roxanne. Though Roxanne has a crush on the Fire Chief's co-worker and new hottie in town, the guy has a difficult time talking to Roxanne in person. Instead, he has the Fire Chief write letters to Roxanne for him. Special thanks to Jennifer Chan for taking part in this adorable episode.

This week, Jeanette and Mero join forces to talk about the 2020 Science Fiction Horror Film, The Invisible Man. Directed by Leigh Whannell and starring Elisabeth Moss, the film focuses on a woman who believes she is being stalked by her ex-boyfriend wearing an invisible suit despite the fact that he killed himself weeks prior.

This week, Jeanette and special guest Nzinga Murray come together for their Strong Female Character film series to talk about the 2000 Action Comedy Film, Charlie's Angels. Directed by McG and starring Cameron Diaz, Drew Barrymore, and Lucy Liu. This film focuses on three women working in a private detective agency who help find and rescue a software genius after he was kidnapped. As they delve into the case, they soon discover the true identity of their client and their boss, Charlie. Thank you Nzinga Murray for stopping by to talk about this campy, girl power film.

This week, Jeanette and special guest, Myles Webb, come together to talk about the 2008 dystopian action thriller, Death Race. Inspired by the 1975 film, Death Race 2000, and written and directed by Paul W.S. Anderson, the remake stars Jason Statham as a retired racer who is sent to a maximum prison after being framed for murdering his wife. Once in prison, he makes a deal with the prison warden for early release IF he wins Death Race, a vehicular combat racing series where inmates compete in modified cars and fight to the death in order to be one step closer to winning their freedom. Special thanks to Myles for joining on this elaborate movie.

This week, Jeanette and Mero return for a Halloween special by talking about the 2014 mockumentary horror comedy film, What We Do in the Shadows. Written and Directed by Jemaine Clement and Taika Waititi, the movie is about a documentary crew following four vampire flatmates in Wellington, New Zealand. As the men try to gather people for blood, they meet a younger guy named Nick, who joins the group after he becomes a vampire himself.

This week, Jeanette and special guest, Jennifer Chan, talk about another episode for our "Romantic Comedy Series that Isn't a Foreign Film Even Though We Started with Foreign Film Series" Series the 2013 romantic comedy, Austenland. Directed by Jerusha Hess and starring Keri Russell, the movie follows a thirty-something year old woman who decides to spend all her savings on a trip to a Jane Austen themed resort called Austenland after spending years single. While Jane encounters financial and social obstacles, she winds up in a love triangle with a pompous actor name Mr. Nobley and the stable guy who just works at the resort. Special thanks to Jennifer Chan for taking part in this amazing episode.

This week, Jeanette and special guest, Oscar Martinez, talk about the 2014 Sports Drama film, Foxcatcher. Inspired by true event, this film follows the timeline when heiress John du Pont recruits brothers Mark and David Schultz to his own wrestling team in hopes to take USA to gold in the 1988 Olympics. This episode continues our focus on Cinematographer Greig Fraser's style and technique. Special thanks to Oscar Martinez for taking part in this episode.

This week, Jeanette and special guest Nzinga Murray come together for their Strong Female Character film series to talk about the 2018 Vigilante Action Thriller Film, Peppermint. Directed by Pierre Morel and starring Jennifer Garner, the film focuses on a mother who transforms herself into a vigilante in a quest for revenge against the drug cartel that killed her husband and daughter who loves Peppermint ice cream. Listen to us talk about how Jennifer is the only person carrying this movie on her shoulders with a bad script while garnering some award nominations. Thank you Nzinga Murray for stopping by to talk about this okay but bad film. Heads up, new episodes will be posted on Wednesdays. Sorry for the month long hiatus.

This week, Jeanette and special guest Elise Dean come together for their niche film series to talk about the 1992 Satirical Dark Comedy Film, Death Becomes Her. Directed by Robert Zemeckis and starring Meryl Streep and Goldie Hawn, the film focuses on two frenemies who compete over a former plastic surgeon after taking a potion promising eternal youth. Yet, as they fight, they soon discover the unpleasant side effects. Thank you Elise Dean for stopping by to talk about this campy film.

This week, Jeanette and special guest Jennifer Chan come together to talk about the 2000 Czech Surreal Dark Comedy Horror Film, Little Otik (AKA Greedy Guts, AKA Otesánek). Directed by Jan Švankmajer and starring Veronika Žilková and Jan Hartl, the film focuses on a barren couple who finds a stump and treats it like a baby, only for the tree stump to become animated when it becomes hungry. Thank you Jennifer for participating in this fantastic episode.