This week we talk about one from the vaults of film history: PICTURE PERFECT! We discuss a truly unpleasant lead character, a plan that makes no sense, and Jocelyn tries to figure out how to market herself. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more....
This week we discuss a true classic: WILLY WONKA AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY! We talk about how this is both the definitive version of Willy Wonka (and he also kinda sucks), how the songs all feel like an afterthought, and how much we love Veruca Salt. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more....
This week we’re discussing the inspiring coming of age movie DEAD POETS SOCIETY! We stand on tables (not really) to proclaim our love for this cast, wonder why Keating decided to teach at this school, and seriously question some (many) of his methods. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more....
This week, we’re chatting about the not-technically-a-flop-but-still-has-flop-energy film EDGE OF TOMORROW! We discuss the necessity for new alien design, the firewall that stops us from asking questions about Tom Cruise, and discuss our favourite topic: what it’s like to be married to Ben Affleck. This episode brought to you in part by MasterClass. With classes on a variety of topics, all taught by world class masters at the top of their fields. Fantastic for yourself and as a gift. Head over t...
This week we're discussing the super-mega-ultra flop Wild Wild West ! We discuss a producer who was positively ENAMOURED with spiders, an odd couple dynamic that zero percent works, and feel bad for Kenneth Branagh (and also everyone in this movie). Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more....
This week, we're talking about the 2005 film Constantine ! We discuss vibes that work some of the time, how this film felt like it was adapted by people who have NEVER read any material pertaining to John Constantine, and praise the almighty Tilda Swinton. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more....
This week we're talking about the Jason Statham joint The Beekeeper ! We pitch a slew of alternate endings, talk about the ONE thing that would have made this movie better, and try to get through a description of the plot without laughing hysterically (we fail). Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more....
This week we're talking about Batman Forever ! We discuss the practicalities of adopting a college-aged man, get real gross about how into Batman Chase Meridian is, and contemplate this movie's surprising resemblance to the show Family Matters. This episode brought to you in part by MasterClass. With classes on a variety of topics, all taught by world class masters at the top of their fields. Fantastic for yourself and as a gift. Head over to www.masterclass.com/ihateit for the current offer. Pr...
This week we’re talking about the 2003 medieval romp TIMELINE! We discuss a highly involved concept for time travel and get distracted by trebuchets. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.
This week we’re talking about Joss Whedon’s Dollhouse! We discuss a concept that just doesn’t work (and is actively creepy at best) and praise the actors who managed to make the best of a crappy situation. SPOILER WARNING SEVERANCE: There are comparisons made to the TV series Severance, there is an audio warning at one point in the episode before a major spoiler for Severance. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, artic...
This week, we discuss the 2003 reboot of FREAKY FRIDAY! We praise Jamie Lee Curtis, do NOT praise Chad Michael Murray, and talk about how one woman's Freaky Friday is another woman's Idle Hands. This episode brought to you by Fast Growing Trees . Fast Growing Trees provide you with top-notch plants, the easiest way possible, delivered right to your home. This Spring they have the best deals, for your yard, up to half off on select plants and other deals. And listeners to our show get 15% off the...
This week, we take on CHARLIE'S ANGELS: FULL THROTTLE, a sequel that dares to ask, "What if we made a film... for no one?" We discuss atrocious Irish accents, bizarrely sexual content, and undue attention on a woman who had the audacity to wear a bikini at 40. (CAN YOU BELIEVE IT?!?!!) Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more....
This week, we’re talking about PLEASANTVILLE! We discuss a perfect performance by Joan Allen, how this movie makes us extra-resent The Newsroom, and how exactly half of this movie works. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.
This week! It's another rare TV episode as we tackle all three seasons of Aaron Sorkin's The Newsroom . We discuss Sorkin's terrible history of writing for women, the worst episode of this TV show -- or any Sorkin TV show -- or any TV show??, and how awful Jim is. GET OUT OF HERE JIM. This episode brought to you by Fast Growing Trees . Fast Growing Trees provide you with top-notch plants, the easiest way possible, delivered right to your home. This Spring they have the best deals, for your yard,...
This week, we're talking about the original iteration of The Crow -- a sad and shocking moment in movie history that's also a VERY weird film. We talk about the enduring perfection that is Michael Wincott, bad clown makeup, and wonder which one is really "The Crow" -- the guy, or the crow. This episode brought to you by Fast Growing Trees . Fast Growing Trees provide you with top-notch plants, the easiest way possible, delivered right to your home. This Spring they have the best deals, for your ...
This week, we're talking about Kong: Skull Island, a film that dares to ask: what if a bunch of people showed up at King Kong's house and he sort of had to deal with them sometimes? We discuss fun action sequences, the importance of writing a work flirt into your action film, and how we all collectively adore Samuel L. Jackson. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more....
This week we’re chatting about the sequel to TWISTER aka Glen Powell delivery system TWISTERS! We discuss an amazing opening sequence, an anti-intellectualist bent that makes this film frustrating, and Glen Powell. Just… Glen Powell. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more....
It’s a TV episode! This week, Kat and Jocelyn revisit Lena Dunham’s much maligned and equally celebrated GIRLS. We discuss a show that is occasionally devastatingly accurate and occasionally… not, consider the highly controversial episode One Man’s Trash, and praise the truly brilliant Zosia Mamet. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more....
This week, Kat and Jocelyn are revisiting Amy Schumer’s TRAINWRECK! We discuss an over reliance on cameos, a confusing central relationship, and praise Bill Hader for being, well, Bill Hader. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more.
Romantic Movie Month continues with ANYONE BUT YOU! Kat and Jocelyn discuss a marketing campaign that kind of out-sexed the movie, a plot that's solved with a 5 minute conversation, and a supporting cast of nice and bland people. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more....
Romantic Movie Month begins with Richard Curtis's ABOUT TIME! Kat and Jocelyn discuss how trying to make a "nice" movie is harder than it seems, how this movie does not deploy the full force of Rachel McAdams' talent, and talk about how time travel is kinda selfish. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more....
Let the river run, you guys, cause we're talking about WORKING GIRL! Kat and Jocelyn discuss ruinous cocaine addictions, a plot that was ahead of its time and also not, and praise the everlasting wonder that is Joan Cusack. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more....
This week we discuss the pre-eminent film about arm wrestling to get your son back (?), OVER THE TOP! We talk about a weird crush for Kat, the dangers of having weights in your truck, and Jocelyn gives a master class in voice work. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more....
This week we’re joined by the super funny Rachel Manson to discuss DEATH BECOMES HER! We talk about perfect comedic performances, Jocelyn’s crush peccadilloes, and about how this film was THE SUBSTANCE before THE SUBSTANCE was THE SUBSTANCE. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more....
This week we’re joined by the hilarious and dapper Olly Robinson to discuss WICKED! We talk about thirty year olds playing teens, coin a title for a prospective three-quel, and discuss our surprisingly negative feelings about goats. This episode brought to you by Acorns. Acorns makes it easy to start automatically saving and investing so your money has a chance to grow for you, your kids, and your retirement. Head to www.acorns.com/love or download the Acorns app to start saving and investing fo...
Welcome to 2025! To kick off the new year, we're discussing the cult classic Predestination . Kat and Jocelyn discuss Sarah Snook's exceptional performance, parse Kat's feelings about Ethan Hawke, and a SCANDAL IS UNCOVERED ON THE SHOW. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more....
It's the end of Not-So-Holiday Month AND our last episode of 2024, and we're discussing The Family Stone ! Kat and Jocelyn discuss a plot that isn't suitable for anyone with social anxiety (ie. us) and how we have no idea who to root for in this movie, and the great Dermot Mulroney v. Dylan McDermott debate rages on. This episode brought to you in part by MasterClass. With classes on a variety of topics, all taught by world class masters at the top of their fields. A fantastic gift idea, with gr...
Our Not-So-Holiday Month continues with the Ben Affleck classic (?) Reindeer Games ! Kat and Jocelyn discuss super silly plot twists, Chekhov's Random Girl's Name, and how Ben Affleck disposes of things he doesn't want. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more....
Holiday Month continues with the infamous flop The Snowman ! Kat and Jocelyn talk about the circumstances that led to this movie not being done (for real), a plot structure that emulates The Very Hungry Caterpillar , and a protagonist's name that DOES NOT WORK in English. This episode brought to you in part by MasterClass. With classes on a variety of topics, all taught by world class masters at the top of their fields. A fantastic gift idea, with great offers during the holidays. Head over to w...
It's Holiday Month, and we're kicking things off with the cult classic Black Christmas (1974)! Kat and Jocelyn discuss a plot that hurts our feelings, question Keir Dullea's casting, and contemplate Olivia Hussey's phone style. Produced by Andrew Ivimey as part of The From Superheroes Network Visit www.FromSuperheroes.com for more podcasts, articles, video series, web comics, and more....
