Tasteless

Two movies about how we see ourselves and others plus the Hollywood dream —it's Mulholland Drive vs Freaky Friday. 

Anna Silk played the succubus Bo on Lost Girl for 5 seasons and she is 100% as charming and funny in real life as her television counterpart. I also feel like she would be REALLY good in a disaster situation?! We discuss the Lost Girl Rewatch Podcast, Bo's critical combo of high ponytail and quiet strength, the respectful art of chi sucking, and the reciprocal relationship between the show and its fans. The Lost Girl Rewatch Podcast revisits the hit supernatural drama along with cast, crew, and her co-host, the equally incredible Rachel Skarsten, who played Tamsin on the show. Learn more and subscribe: https://lostgirlrewatch.com Get videos of each episode on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@lostgirlrewatch Join the Patreon for EXCLUSIVE content and to support this wonderful show! www.patreon.com/lostgirlrewatch Follow the podcast on Instagram: www.instagram.com/lostgirlrewatch Follow Anna Silk on Instagram: www.instagram.com/anna.silk Plus, if you subscribe to the Lost Girl Rewatch Podcast on Patreon, you can email me at emily@tastelesspod.com with proof of your patronage and I will give 3 of you the first season of Lost Girl via digital, Blu-ray, or DVD!

Celebrate Thanksgiving with families that stick together — it's Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri vs Addams Family Values.

Two sports movies about finding yourself — it's Caddyshack vs Golden Arm.

Two movies about kids dealing with adult themes via fantasy — it's Pan's Labyrinth vs A Nightmare On Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors.

Two movies that explore the extremes of gender stereotypes — it's Predator vs Poison Ivy.

Two films about exploitation and chaos — it's The Truman Show vs Don't Worry Darling.

Two movies about the thirst for knowledge and a will to survive — it's 2001: A Space Odyssey vs Species. 

Two movies about the thin line between what drives someone to save and what drives them to destroy — it's Batman Returns vs Hannibal.

Two movies about existence and personal responsibility — it's Being John Malkovich vs The Discovery.  00:47 Being John Malkovich 6:32 The Discovery 15:42 What They Share 27:37 What The Discovery Does Better Listen to my appearance on We Watched A Thing for more Malkovich: www.wewatchedathing.com/episodes/malkovich  

Two movies about isolation and passion — it's The Martian vs Ellie Parker. 1:18 The Martian 9:09 Ellie Parker 19:49 What They Share 30:56 What Ellie Parker Does Better

The wordiest Tasteless title yet! Two absurd comedies that mine sepcificity for laughs — it's Monty Python and the Holy Grail vs Barb and Star Go To Vista Del Mar. Get ready to have "Edgar's Prayer" stuck in your head. 

Two movies about different generations jumping into conflict together and dealing with mortality — it's Top Gun: Maverick vs Spy Kids. Yes, I say Air Force instead of Navy about 20 times, I'm sorry! It's the plane one, in my mind, I forgot all the planes take off from the water, I was thinking about Jennifer Connelly's cable knit sweaters. 

Two movies about the consequences of revenge — it's The Northman vs Valentine.

Two movies about truth and expectation — it's The Green Knight vs Bound.

Two movies about the important balance of how we feel about ourselves and others, and learning to accept people's differences — it's Girl, Interrupted vs Stuart Little.

Two movies about the nuance of humanity and what separates us from the machines — it's Robocop vs Chopping Mall.

Two movies about the natural order of things and judgement — it's Apocalypse Now vs Alien Resurrection.

Two ensemble mysteries where solving the case is less important than the finding of facts — it's Clue vs Death on the Nile.

Two movies about love making us do crazy things — it's Grease vs Deep Water.

Two movies about finding yourself while pretending to be someone else and working together across societal boundaries — it's Argo vs The New Guy.

Two movies about the stagnation of grief and the danger of hope — it's The Batman vs Birth.

Two movies about friendship and growing together — it's Thelma & Louise vs Life Partners.

Two movies that peel back the facade of humanity and explore privilege — it's The Texas Chain Saw Massacre vs Fear.

Two movies that showcase heightened portrayals of gender and also the old school vs the new — it's The Lighthouse vs Heartbreakers.

Two movies about class differences and rebellion — it's The Hunger Games vs Paradise Hills.

Two movies about the system screwing the little guy — it's The Big Short vs Disclosure.

Two movies that play with the expectations we have for life and for film and that showcase heroines who ignore societal norms — it's Promising Young Woman vs The Dressmaker.

Two movies about waking up and saving yourself — it's Kill Bill: Volume 1 vs Happy Death Day.

Two movies about betrayal and inevitability — it's House of Gucci vs The Room. Yes, that The Room.

This is the 200th official episode of Tasteless, so I'm bringing it back to where the show began. I've done a brand new episode on the comparison that inspired me to start a podcast, with all the care and dedication required for a supposedly tasteless film that looms so large. That's right, it's two movies about following your dreams and the ripple effect that has on who you become — it's La La Land vs Showgirls. I delve into the brilliant physicality of Elizabeth Berkley's performance as Nomi Malone and why Showgirls deserves a reappraisal.  Time Codes: 03:16 La La Land 18:26 Showgirls 33:31 Shared themes 42:54 What Showgirls does better

We're closing out 2021 and leading into Tasteless episode 200 with a 3 day spectacular — alternate universe versions of Tasteless from some of my very favorite people. For Day 3, Sam of Movie Reviews in 20 Qs compares two films about grown men dressing as animals and trying to make the world a better place — it's Batman Begins vs Death to Smoochy. Sam's American/Emily accent on "the plot" is something he nailed with his last hostile takeover of this show about Punisher: War Zone, and I've thought about it ever since. He doesn't agree with anything I say and yet, he is the perfect host for Tasteless and is always a delight (when he's not decrying Sandra Bullock). P.S. Read Sam's incredible novel, Compliance.

We're closing out 2021 and leading into Tasteless episode 200 with a 3 day spectacular — alternate universe versions of Tasteless from some of my very favorite people. For Day 2, Julio of The Contrarians compares two Chris Evans vehicles where our favorite Chris must cope with a romance gone wrong — Avengers: Endgame vs London.  Julio champions all the best movies in The Contrarians, and this special bonus is no different. His bravery in tackling the MCU makes him a natural successor to the Tasteless throne, when the fans of Bradley Cooper finally come for me like they've promised to. Listen to The Contrarians wherever you get podcasts: www.wearethecontrarians.com

We're closing out 2021 and leading into Tasteless episode 200 with a 3 day spectacular — alternate universe versions of Tasteless from some of my very favorite people!   For Day 1, Billy aka B. Dizzle of We Watched a Thing explores two holiday action classics where an everyman just wants to get home for the holidays, but life gets in the way — it's Die Hard vs Reindeer Games.    Billy is on the right side of history here and I'll be willing my show to him Willy Wonka style. AKA tricking him into taking over the work while I go retire with some Oompa Loompas.   Listen to We Watched a Thing wherever you get podcasts! www.wewatchedathing.com  

Get into the holiday spirit with two movies about being out of touch with reality and bettering yourself — it's Scrooged vs Bewitched.

Two movies where grief is explored through unnatural situations — it's Hereditary vs The Huntsman: Winter's War.

Two stories of unlikely allies in films that bank on the stars' successes outside of the film — it's Red Notice vs Mega Python vs Gatoroid.

Jennifer Esposito (Awkwafina is Nora from Queens, Crash, Samantha Who?) is not only a talented actress and New York Times bestselling author (whose passage about carrot cake in her book Jennifer's Way made me cry), but also the screenwriter and future director of the film Fresh Kills. Jennifer discusses the film's exploration of feeling stuck and finding your voice in the context of a mafia movie, a story we never get to see from the women's perspective. This movie is the first to be funded via exclusive NFTs as well as securities and anyone can get involved. Jennifer's eloquence and passion on the subject of diverse filmmaking was a joy and her quest for equality in media and giving people a voice is inspiring. But yes, while listening to this brilliant woman speak about her creative endeavors, I did bring up how much I love The Master of Disguise because I am forever a member of the Turtle Club.  Join the Fresh Kills movement, get an NFT, get on board: www.freshkillsfilm.com Follow Jennifer on Instagram: https://instagram.com/jesposito and Twitter: https://twitter.com/jenniferswayje Follow Fresh Kills Film on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freshkillsfilm/ and Twitter: https://twitter.com/freshkillsfilm Read Jennifer's book which I adored, Jennifer's Way: https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/jennifer-esposito/jennifers-way/9780738217116/  

Two honest and creative explorations of growing up ⁠— it's Boyhood vs Practical Magic.

Two movies about ego, control, and expectation — it's Weird Science vs Deadly Friend.

Two movies where heroes contend with their destiny and embrace faith — it's Dune vs Sex and the City.

Two movies about motherhood and not being believed — it's Aliens vs Halloween H20: 20 Years Later. Listen to my previous conversation with H20 star Jodi Lyn O'Keefe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jodi-lyn-okeefe-strong-female-leads/id1345840002?i=1000515448015

Two movies about being trapped physically and emotionally — it's 127 Hours vs Gerald's Game.

Two movies about fitting in and fantasy — it's American Psycho vs Beatriz at Dinner.

Noomi Rapace (Lamb, The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, Prometheus) is a conduit for human experience in whatever project she's in, allowing viewers to come to their own conclusions about her characters in a way that makes every role she tackles a must-watch. We discuss the ambiguity of the parts she chooses, the honesty of Polaroids, and why Lamb came at such a perfect time in her life and felt like a homecoming. Plus, Noomi shares a lobster fact I haven't stopped thinking about. See A24's Lamb in theaters now - I loved it and I want to talk to everyone about it! Watch the trailer for Lamb: www.youtube.com/watch?v=hnEwJKVWjFM Follow Noomi on Instagram to see her exploits chronicled via Polaroids: www.instagram.com/noomirapace

Two contemplative films about becoming who you're meant to be and knowing when to save yourself — it's The Wrestler vs Waitress.

Two movies about the power of a name and the consequences of entering spaces that don't belong to you — it's Beetlejuice vs Candyman.

Two movies about manipulation and imitation — it's The Talented Mr. Ripley vs Passion. 00:55 The Talented Mr. Ripley 08:30 Passion 18:05 Shared Themes 28:15 What Passion Does Better

Two movies about leaning into stereotypes to scare off others and learning that the people you dislike aren't so different from yourself — it's American History X vs Shrek.

Two movies about communication and feeling understood by unlikely friends — it's The King's Speech vs The Last Word.

Two movies about the interior lives of athletes and the obligation we feel to family — it's The Fighter vs Bend It Like Beckham.