(Heads Up: Apologies for the less than stellar audio quality, we wanted this out ASAP! Also oops, we said it was Episode 11 but it's actually Episode 10 lol)

Surprise! Ahead of tonight’s 2021 Oscars Ceremony, Jaclyn and Allison sat down to discuss every film nominated for Best Picture this year, including THE FATHER, JUDAS AND THE BLACK MESSIAH, MANK, MINARI, NOMADLAND, PROMISING YOUNG WOMAN, SOUND OF METAL, and THE TRIAL OF THE CHICAGO 7. Allison and Jaclyn also give their opinions on their personal favorites and talk about which films will go home with awards. Spoilers Ahead for all films mentioned.

Timestamps:

The Father - 3:40

Judas and the Black Messiah - 16:02

Mank - 25:11

Minari - 33:00

Nomadland - 44:10

Promising Young Woman - 53:36

Sound of Metal - 1:20:40

The Trial of the Chicago 7 - 1:35:03

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This week, Jaclyn and Allison discuss HBO’s newest film JUDAS AND THE BLACK MESSIAH with friend and fellow podcaster Elijah Freeman. In addition to discussions about our favorite biographical movies and anime, we do discuss some pretty heavy topics in this episode. If you’re especially sensitive to topics concerning violence and racial trauma, proceed with caution. Spoilers begin at 45:41.

Talking Points: Guest Introduction, Favorite Biopics, Overhyped Movie Recommendations, Jamie Foxx, Film Bro Movies, Watching 300 Episodes of One Piece, Awards Show Predictions, Daniel Kaluuya’s American Accent, Demon Slayer, Weezer’s Newest Album.

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Jaclyn and Allison bring on their first guest, Jess George, to review the semi-autobiographical film ALMOST FAMOUS (2000) directed by Cameron Crowe and starring Kate Hudson, Billy Prudup, and Patrick Fugit. Spoilers begin at 43:52 and end at 54:26. We also discuss our favorite movie soundtracks and weekly pop culture picks.

Talking Points: Guest Introduction, Favorite Movie Soundtracks, Sufjan Stevens, Morrissey the Meme, Associating Movies/Scenes with Songs, The Awesomeness of Music Supervisors, How a Rewatch Can Change Your Opinion, Child Actors, The ~Real~ Stillwater Band, Favorite Songs in Almost Famous, Insane Casting, Portrayal of Music Industry, “Just Call the CEO” Energy, Professionalism vs. Fangirling, Football & the Super Bowl, Queen’s Gambit, Sundance 2021.

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Coming out of the Holiday Season, Jaclyn and Allison start 2021 strong with an unconventional double feature. Discussions include the year’s upcoming movies and excitement surrounding Sundance 2021 Online. We review the Chinese action-comedy film PEGASUS (2019) directed by Han Han and starring Shen Tang. We also review the classic investigative journalism film ALL THE PRESIDENT’S MEN (1976), directed by Alan J. Pakula and starring Dustin Hoffman and Robert Redford. Spoilers for PEGASUS begin at 33:56 and end at 37:45.

Talking Points: 2021 Movies to Look Out For, Misleading Marketing in Horror Movies (cough cough Blumhouse), Are We Getting a Shrek 5?, Virtual Sundance, Overwatch References, A Mysterious Ending, Damien Chazelle -- King of Endings, Journalism and Film, The Return of Scott Pilgrim: The Game, WandaVision, Walking Simulators.

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Jaclyn and Allison wrap up 2020 with one of the last new films of the year! After discussing a bit of disappointing news concerning The Golden Globes and MINARI (2020), we review Disney and Pixar’s newest project, SOUL (2020), directed by Pete Docter and starring Jamie Foxx and Tina Fey. Spoilers begin at 28:54 and end at 31:09.

Talking Points: Movies at Home vs. At the Theater, Missing Live Music, The Golden Globes and Asian-American Film, Lackluster Pixar Trailers, Directing an Animated Film, Jaclyn’s Pixar Rankings, Remy the Ratatouille, Lists on Letterboxd, The Good Place and When to End a Great Show, Allison Laughs Too Much Thinking About Her New Favorite Podcast.

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Jaclyn and Allison close out the holiday season with a Double Feature episode! We review ANIMANIACS: WAKKO’S WISH (1999), directed by Tom Ruegger, Liz Holzman, & Rusty Mills and starring Rob Paulsen and Jess Harnell. We also review the Netflix animated film KLAUS (2020), directed by Sergio Pablos and starring Jason Schwartzman and J.K. Simmons.

Talking Points: Favorite Christmas Movies, If Die Hard is a Christmas Movie, Disney Investor Day 2020, Bitcoin vs. Ha’Penny, The Lore of the Warner Siblings, The Academy Award Winning Performance of a FIRST MAN (2018) Viewer, 90’s Vibes, Pixar A113 References, Community.

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This week, Jaclyn and Allison kick off the holiday season with a review of the new movie HAPPIEST SEASON (2020), directed by Clea DuVall and starring Kristen Stewart, Mackenzie Davis, and Aubrey Plaza. Additionally, the hosts cover some of the biggest news in pop culture, including recent stories involving HBO Max and Marvel's upcoming Spider-Man project. Spoilers for HAPPIEST SEASON begin at 29:54 and end at 42:50.

Talking Points: Favorite Romantic Comedies, Crying at the Movies, John Green, Pop Culture News, Old Men Yell at Clouds, The Spider-Man Multiverse, MEAN GIRLS (2004), Monthly Playlists.

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It’s Turkey Time here in America! Jaclyn and Allison celebrate and show their gratitude by reviewing PLANES, TRAINS AND AUTOMOBILES (1987), directed by John Hughes and starring Steve Martin and John Candy. Talking Points: Favorite 80’s Movies, Watching The Shining at Work, The Pros & Cons of Drive-In Theaters, Parallels to Spongebob and Squidward, Remake Culture, Germaphobia, Fun Fact...Sunday(?), Pop Culture Picks.

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