Reel Window: Rewatching Random Movies from our Childhood

The sisters' delve into one of their favourite animated films growing up: Disney's 1998 adaptation of Mulan. The action! The adventure! The comic relief! Will this 90's American interpretation of a Chinese legend withstand the test of time? Maybe. Will Pauline and Lisa enjoy talking about it anyway? Of course!

Pauline could not be more excited with the movie she's picked for this week! And Lisa could not be more ready to guess what it is. How long until the mystery title is revealed? Not long. Will there still be quotes and randomness and laughter along the way? Of course! So dial up the volume and join the sisters as they play their favourite movie game.

Who wants to talk about an 80's western parody? We do! It's time for “The Three Amigos!” Starring Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Chevy Chase, this cult classic is a film that was constantly being watched and constantly being quoted in the Brunnen house. A comedy that was not a kid's movie, it's safe to say little Pauline and Lisa had quite a few misunderstandings regarding this film. How does it hold up during the rewatch? Is it worthy of its cult status? Or is this another film the sisters wish they'd left in the past? Tune in and find out!

Lisa's pick this week! Can you guess this 80s comedy before Pauline feels confident enough to toss a name out there? Find out what we're watching for our next episode!

The sisters review “Return to Me”, a little-known romantic comedy starring David Duchovny and Minnie Driver. Seriously, have any listeners ever heard of it before? Adored by Pauline and Lisa as teenagers and surprisingly impactful on their understanding of relationships, this film was in constant replay in the house. But, 24 years later, does it still hold up? Are the sisters still enamoured with the characters? Or is this another film that was better left in the past? The one in and find out!

It's game time everybody! Wahoo! And that means Lisa and Pauline are in the best mood possible. This week Pauline has picked the movie and Lisa is trying to figure out which one. To make it an even greater challenge, the trivia for this film is rather thin. Practically non-existent. Can Lisa guess it anyway? Tune in and find out!

At long last, Shakespeare's “Much Ado About Nothing” is being discussed. We know you were all waiting desperately to find out how this film held up. Weren't you? Starring Kenneth Branagh, Emma Thompson, Michael Keaton, Denzel Washington, and Keanu Reeves, this 90's interpretation is remembered remarkably fondly by little Lisa and Pauline. Especially given they had no idea what it was about. Is it worth rewatch? Let's find out!

Welcome back friends! It's time for another Triviasode - huzzah! This week Lisa has picked the mystery film and it is very much a “Lisa movie”. Pauline is guessing and *gasp* could this be the one where she can't figure it out? Only one way to know. Pour yourself a favourite beverage, tune in, and have fun answering trivia along with the sisters.

Groundhog Day. The 1994 comedy-fantasy with Bill Murray and Andy McDowell. Arguably one of the (still) most quoted movies in the Brunnen household - right up there with My Cousin Vinny and A League of Their Own. This film, NOT appropriate for kids, was on all. The. Time. One of IMDb's top 250 movies of all time. But does it hold up?? Listen to our latest episode to find out what we think!

It's Triviasode time again! Yay! And this time Pauline has picked the perfect February film. A comedy classic that was watched by all the Brunnens on repeat and quoted incessantly. Will Lisa guess it before the episode's end? Of course! Will there be banter and tangents before then? Absolutely! So, what are you waiting for? Hit play and enjoy!

Who's in the mood for a Christmas movie? Anyone? Excellent because this week the sisters are talking about the sequel to one of the biggest Christmas blockbusters ever - Home Alone 2: Lost in New York! Is it worthy of its predecessor? Is it as hilarious as Pauline and Lisa remember from childhood? Well…best to tune in and find out.

Happy holidays listeners! This week the sisters are getting in the Yuletide spirit with a Christmas Triviasode. Lisa has chosen a childhood favourite film, but how long until Pauline figures it out? Well, considering there are only so many Christmas classics left to choose from…not long. But that won't stop Lisa from trying to muddy the waters with some confusing and random trivia. Tune in and find out what we're watching this week!

Cue the triumphant music, the sisters are back and are completing their review of the original Star Wars trilogy! It is finally time to hear Pauline's thoughts on her favourite childhood Star Wars film: “Return of the Jedi” and Lisa is so ridiculously excited. Did child Pauline actually understand the plot of this one? Does she have any favourite scenes? Will the entire episode revolve around ewoks? Tune in friends and find out!

It's game time everybody! Whoo-hoo!This week Pauline has chosen our mystery film and Lisa has to try and guess what it is. Will she guess it in record time? Maybe. Will the sisters go off on random tangents? Of course! Is it a film that will shock and an astound you? Who can say? Tune in and find out!

A long time ago, on a podcast far far away…two sisters returned to their respective closets to record a full-length episode. That's right, we're back everyone! And we are talking about an iconic film this go around: “Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back”. But how do Pauline and Lisa actually feel about this middle Star Wars film? Does Pauline even remember it? Is Lisa blinded by nostalgia? Will rants and tangents abound? Listen to find out!

It's trivia time! And it's Lisa's turn to pick the movie, woo-hoo! No doubt many of our pop culture savvy listeners can already guess our mystery movie from the title of this week's Triviasode, but how long until Pauline figures it out? With Lisa doing her best to throw her sister for a loop, it might take longer than you'd think! So strap in and join the sisters for another banter and tangent filled episode.

Well. It's the first of many episodes to come. Star Wars: A New Hope is our movie this week. And what a movie!! The movie that started it all. What do the sisters think about this iconic film now, after over three decades since their first of many viewings? A great question! Listen now to find out if this one holds up!

The sisters are back! And to celebrate their long-awaited return Pauline has chosen one of the ultimate blockbuster films ever made. How soon until Lisa figures it out? And how many random tangents can the two sisters go on before the episodes end? You'll have to listen and find out!

Who's up for another 90's comedy? The sisters are! Kind of. Pauline and Lisa are back and they are talking about 1995's “Father of the Bride: Part 2”. Starring Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Diane Keaton, this comedy was a favourite for the sisters when they were little. Pregnancy? Midlife crises? Random hijinks? How could it not be hilarious? Well…better listen and find out. If nothing else, the Brunnen banter will be top notch!

It's the best time of the week again! (Drumroll, if you please?) That's right, it's Triviasode time! Time for Lisa to ask Pauline random trivia and see if she can figure out the 90's sequel that is the chosen movie of the week. Is it sweet? Check. Sappy? Check. Silly? Check. Is it a good movie? Eh…probably not. But that won't stop the sisters from having fun! Tune in and find out what's in the VCR this time.

The sisters are back! Huzzah! Life has quieted down just enough for the two of them to finally release their “Remember the Titian's” full episode. A feel-good sports film starring Denzel Washington, this movie was beloved by the sisters. Even Lisa, whose idea of a good sports movie needs to involve horses for her to care. But after 23 years is this movie as good as Pauline and Lisa remember it? And will it be one they recommend? Tune in and find out!

We're back!! And Pauline is bringing us back with a bang! Her and Lisa adored this one, and the quotes will be coming fast and furious this week, let me tell ya! Listen now to find out what we're watching this week!

It's happening! The sisters are back and they've dragged Kevin along with them to talk about 2002's “Lilo & Stitch”! A movie that Pauline did not watch growing up but that Kevin and Lisa (the perpetual child) definitely did. How do the trio feel about the movie after the rewatch? Is at as wonderful as they remember/hope? And how hyper will Lisa be now that she's recovered from being home sick alone for a week? Put on your favourite Elvis record and tune in to find out!

Lisa's movie of the week is one our younger brother, Kevin, loved! This is why he's on the pod this week!! Can Pauline FINALLY beat a guest in a Triviasode?? Or is she doomed to lose another round? Also, Kevin has NO IDEA who Roger Ebert was. Anyone else feel super old?? Listen now to find out other fun facts you didn't know!

It's happening! It's finally happening! The sisters are talking about the hilarious and Brunnen beloved “My Cousin Vinny”. Starring the hilarious Joe Pesci and Marisa Tomei (in an Oscar-winning performance), this 90's courtroom comedy is quoted constantly by Pauline and Lisa and they are both so happy to finally talk about it. Is it worth the rewatch? Yes. You know it's yes, that was spoiled in the Triviasode, but that just makes the episode all the more fun! So tune in and enjoy!

Ok. This is one to watch before the full episode. There's no question. Spoilers will happen. Quotes will be shared. Laughter will ensue. You better believe that this movie that Pauline FINALLY picked is a good'er.

We're back! And this week Pauline and Lisa are discussing the romantic dramedy, “Sabrina” starring Harrison Ford, Julia Ormond, and Greg Kinnear. Yes, this 1995 movie really was watched by the sisters when they were kids. Not only did they watch it, they LOVED it and rewatched it constantly when they were young. Is it still compelling? Does it hold up now that they're adults? How did Pauline sit through a movie without a single action scene? Tune in to find out!

That's right, it's Triviasode time friends! Which widely okay movie has Lisa chosen this time? Can it possibly top last week's film? And will Pauline be happy with her obscure 90's pick? Only one way to know for sure, tune in and get ready to guess!

Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure. What a film. What a classic 80's Keanu Reeves vehicle. Is it perfect? No. Do we still wanna watch it? Absolutely. Do we recommend you watch it? Great question! Listen now to find out what our thoughts are!

It's game time all! This week Pauline has picked a beloved and absurd film from her and Lisa's childhood. This movie was constantly playing and constantly quoted in the Brunnen household. Which makes the sisters a little nervous, will it be another casualty of the podcast? Or will it actually hold up on the rewatch? Tune in to find out which mystery movie has the sisters on edge.

This week the sisters discuss the 1992 animated environmental film “Ferngully: the Last Rainforest”. With a magical fairy as the protagonist and the always hilarious Robin Williams voicing a mixed-up bat, how could the sisters not have loved this as kids? But is it worth the rewatch? Does it's 90's origins make it dated? Or is there more to it? Time to adjust your wires to tune in and find out!

Oh, goodness. This one makes our hearts happy. Let's pray that this one has stood the test of time. Lisa has picked a childhood fave - one we both quote to this day, but one which neither sister has seen in AGES. Available on Tubi, this obscure 90s animated flick created two budding environmentalists. Listen now to find out how this one holds up!

It's that time again! That's right, 90's movie time! This week the sisters share their thoughts on 1992's “The Underducks”…sorry, scratch that, we mean “The Mighty Ducks”. A nostalgia heavy favourite for many, how do Pauline and Lisa feel about it years later (especially given their superior love for its sequel)? Well…you're gonna have to listen and find out.

Pauline's pick this week is definitely a childhood pick. So whether or not this one has stood the test of time is highly unlikely. But we're watching it anyways!! Listen now to find out what 90s fun we're about to get into!

Who's ready for a final spin in the Delorean? That's right, its time for Back to the Future III. The is week the sisters are talking about their most watched entry in the trilogy. Full of western hijinks, shootouts, horseback riding, and locomotives, this movie has everything little Pauline and Lisa loved. Do they still love it now? Listen and find out!

Lisa picked a surprising movie this week. Went against every grain of her body. But it's a doozy! And it's not acknowledged in the Triviasode, but Pauline finally CRUSHES the trivia. Have a listen!!

Great Scott! This week the sisters are talking about “Back to the Future II”, one of the most famous sequels in pop culture. Does it have an outdated depiction of the year 2015? Yes. A terrifying depiction of the year 1985? Yes. Old-man Biff? Yes. Is it everything Pauline and Lisa remember it being? Maybe! Make sure your flux-capacitor is fluxing, then tune in to find out if this film is worth the rewatch.

It's trivia time everyone! And you know what that means? That's right, it means more games, witty banter, and random tangents. This week Pauline picked the mystery movie and she decided it was time for another blockbuster. And a sequel, no less! How soon before Lisa guesses this week's film? Tune in to find out!

Lisa's pick this week is one that all three of the younger sisters watched ALL. THE. TIME. We LOVED it as kids. But is it good? That's a great question. Listen now to find out if this is one we think you should watch or if you should skip it. ‘Courage Mountain', the obscure and seldom-seen 1990 film starring Charlie Sheen is the topic of discussion today. Listen now!

Lisa has picked a VERY obscure film this week. One that all three sisters adored, which is why we've got JM back as a guest on this week's episode. Do you know the film before Pauline and JM can guess it?? We doubt it. We'd be shocked if anyone's even heard of this movie! Listen now to find out what we're watching.

Who's up for an early 90's law thriller? The sisters are! This week we're talking about 1993's “The Pelican Brief” starring a baby-faced Julia Roberts and Denzel Washington. Did the sisters enjoy this movie as kids? Yes. Did they understand it? Nope. Is it still worth the watch? Maybe! Listen and find how Pauline and Lisa feel about this week's movie.

Pauline has brought the pod back into the ‘90s this week with her box office smash this week! Despite a lukewarm reception from critics, this film did great at the box office, thanks to its two massive movie leads. It takes some time for Lisa to guess this one, but it's worth the journey! Listen now to find out what we're watching!

The wait is over, the technical issues have been dealt with, and now you can all listen to the sisters discuss the classic 1952 musical, “Singin' in the Rain”. Huzzah! Given Lisa's love of all things music related, it's far easier to guess how she feels but what about Pauline? Will this be another “Annie”? Or will it be one of the rare musicals that slips past her defences? Only one way to be sure, so tune in and find out!

It's the best day of the week (as far as the sisters are concerned), which means it's time for another Triviasode! And this week Lisa has chosen a very “Lisa” film. How will Pauline feel when she guesses the mystery movie? If nothing else, it can't be worse than “Labyrinth”! Tune in to find out what's in store for the weekend.

Well. The time has come to determine whether or not Disney's 1950 animated classic, ‘Cinderella' is worth the watch. Listen now to find out if the sisters think this highly-acclaimed version of one of the most popular fairy tales is worthy of your time!

It's trivia time everyone! Yaaaay! And with Pauline choosing a Disney film for this week's mystery movie you know it's not “if” Lisa will guess it, but “when”. How long will it take for her to figure out this “House of Mouse” feature? And how much random trivia will Lisa spout along the way? Only one way to find out, so pull up a chair and tune in!

Oh, Lisa. Her pre-teen love for adventure and horses and sword fights and a good mentor is definitely the guest star of the episode. Lisa picked ‘The Mask of Zorro', a 1998 adventure flick starring Antonio Banderas, Catherine Zeta Jones, and Anthony Hopkins, in which an aging Zorro must train a new mentee to become the hero of Mexico. Does this one stand the test of time? Listen now to find out!

It's trivia time everyone! Pauline and Lisa's favourite part of the show. This week Lisa has selected a favourite of childhood that she's sure Pauline will enjoy discussing. In fact, it's come up in conversation several times on the pod in the past. Can you figure out this action/adventure/ comedy before Pauline does? Is it one from your childhood too? Listen and find out!

This week Sheila is back! And she's chosen a very interesting film from our childhoods - 1990's “Mermaids” starring Cher, Winona Ryder, Christina Ricci, and Bob Hoskins. A slice of life film about a single mother and her two daughters in 1963 that none of us remembered much of before watching it. Is this forgotten film a hidden gem? Or a movie that should have stayed lost? Tune and find out!

Happy New Year! We're back! And we brought Sheila!! And she's picked a movie that all three of us saw, but we remember very little about. This 1990 flick stars quite a few people we've already seen on our podcast, and Sheila's got some good trivia for the sisters, so pull up a chair and have a listen and see if you can guess the movie before we do!

Warm up your vocal chords and join hands round the Christmas tree everyone because the sisters are talking about “How The Grinch Stole Christmas”! A classic tv special that was beloved by little Pauline and Lisa. Do they still love it as adults? Obviously. Do they have fun talking about why? Of course! Listen and find out why this pick brings them such joy.