Once More, With Feelings!

Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy

Pour a glass of scotch and don your finest burgundy blazer. Beth and Michelle cannonball into the world of Ron Burgundy and the Channel 4 news team. Was Anchorman secretly a feminist masterpiece? Probably not, but they'll argue about it anyway while dissecting the film's surprisingly complex (or not) portrayal of women in the workplace. Stay Classy, San Diego.
 
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Lost Boys 1987

This week, Beth and Michelle are discussing the cult classic that defined a generation of teenage angst, mullets, and saxophone solos. Beyond the iconic soundtrack and Kiefer Sutherland's menacing charm, we explore the film's surprisingly deep emotional core. And into the film's undeniable homoerotic subtext, examining the charged dynamic between David and Michael. Join us as we discuss the anxieties of adolescence, the complexities of family bonds, and the enduring appeal of Santa Carla's counterculture. 
 
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The Shining w/ Polly Schattel

The great and wonderful Polly Schattel joins Michelle and Beth in a conversation about the classic 1980 Stanley Kubrick film, The Shining. In regards to the subject matter in the film, we do talk about abuse in various forms, including sexual as respectfully as can be done and still have an open and honest dialogue. 
You can find Polly and her work at PollySchattel.com  also you can follow Polly on BlueSky
The links and photos referenced in the episode:
Rob Ager

Short Circuit 1986

In this episode, Beth and Michelle try their best to remember the good times but still find a way to ruin nostalgia for hundreds of Gen Xers. They work really hard at not being critical of a film and focus on the feelings, but sometimes those things intersect. Johnny 5 is alive, but is he living his best life?

Strictly Ballroom (1992)

In this episode Beth and Michelle talk about one of Michelle's favorite dance films and the first of the Baz Luhrmann "Red Curtain Trilogy". If this film was any more campy, Jason Voorhees would be murdering sexy camp counselors. But there are strong emotional themes that bind the movie together and deliver in a wonderfully quirky film about dance, moving to your own beat and yes, romance.
You can find some of the references Michelle quoted here:
https://www.sbs.com.au/whats-on/article/strictly-ballroom-cheat-sheet/v6rm6q368

Tremors (1990)

Our first monster film of the podcast! Beth and Michelle talk about a surprisingly ageless horror-comedy classic, Tremors. 

In & Out (1997)

In this episode, Beth and Michelle dive deep into the 1997 film "In & Out." We explore the themes of identity, acceptance, and the pressures of societal expectations. Join us as we unpack Howard Brackett's journey, his struggles with self-discovery, and the impact it has on his relationships.
We discuss the film's portrayal of LGBTQ+ issues in the 90s and how a modern day lens changes the context. We also share our personal experiences of feeling like outsiders and the importance of finding your true self.
This episode is a safe space for anyone who has ever felt like they didn't belong. We encourage open and honest conversations about mental health and self-acceptance.
Resources:
The Trevor Project: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/
Crisis Text Line: https://www.crisistextline.org/about-us/faq/
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI): https://www.nami.org/
General Strike: https://generalstrikeus.com/
Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of homophobia, societal pressures, and mental health challenges. Listener discretion is advised.
 
 

What's Your Number? w/ Bri Castellini

Bri Castellini, our first guest and the author of the Castellini Test we use in our episodes, joins us with her movie pick for us to discuss. Follow along as we discuss purity culture, doggy style, and how sometimes a flawed comedy can just be a good comedy despite it's flaws. You can find Bri at the following, be sure to check her out!
Instagram:
@BrisOwnWorld (personal/author account)
@CastelliniFilmSchool (consulting & filmmaking account)Bluesky: @brisownworld.bsky.socialWebsite: BriCastellini.comRomance novel newsletter: forcedproximity.substack.comHer book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D1RWK2WS

Dave (1993)

Beth and Michelle try to find the lighter side of Dave, a movie that is cute with a hint of romance, but is fraught with unintended analogies to a current political atmosphere. 

A Knight's Tale (2001) Part 2

We can't stop talking about this movie! This is Part 2, where we find all manner entertainment in forgetting Rufus' character name, and praising facial expressions of a blind man and his long lost son. Join us because you've come too far to turn back and we know where the balsa is buried.