No new podcasts to listen to? We can fix that.... This week, Maria & Julia sit down with pal of the pod Kwame Appiah-Kubi to discuss Louis Sachar's classic book to film adaptation of Holes (2003)! We talk generational trauma, onions, and the magic of a good cast. enjoy, follow us on instagram @matinee_podcast, and don't forget to rate & review! art by Alex Blackwell music by Nick Nausbaum
woof woof! This week, Maria & Julia sit down with film aficionado Alex Lane to chat about the 1961 classic animated film One Hundred & One Dalmatians! We discuss driving anxieties, the fascinating technological developments behind the film, Walt Disney being a DICK, and we ponder - would dalmatian's even make a good fur coat? enjoy, follow us on instagram @matinee_podcast, and don't forget to rate & review! art by Alex Blackwell music by Nick Nausbaum...
Hi! Sorry it's been so long! It's just Maria and Julia this week, so we sit down to discuss a formative fave of Julia's - Mary-Kate & Ashley masterpiece, Switching Goals (1999)! We talk through through the famous twins' "acting" trajectory, Maria's fashion journey, and the gender binary. Highlights include the onscreen divorce WAITING to happen, Michael Cera's first cinematic cameo, and the girly vs. sporty dichotomy. ** please note that Ashley Olsen has reportedly given birth since we recor...
It's a family affair today as Maria's youngest sister, artist Artemis Sartzetaki joins us to discuss the OG film adaptation of Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events (2004). We cover all the unfortunate and less unfortunate parts: the stacked cast (guess who Julia has served ice cream to?), the importance of listening to children, overcoming adversity, and the word UNFORTUNATE itself. enjoy, follow us on instagram @matinee_podcast, and don't forget to rate & review! art by Alex Blac...
Listen up, peasants! This week, longtime listener Adam Chong joins us for a medieval joust as we discuss A Knight's Tale (2001). We cover all the hot topics including: Heath Ledger's absolute stardom, Greek words like ANACHRONISM, Drew Carey (??), and if horses are the worst animal. Pop off in the comments with your thoughts! enjoy, follow us on instagram @matinee_podcast, and don't forget to rate & review! art by Alex Blackwell music by Nick Nausbaum...
This week, Maria's pal Devin O'Brien joins us as "adventurers" in ancient Egypt! We discuss all things The Mummy (1999): the incredibly hot cast, Rachel Weisz's eyebrows, the eroticism of sand, and locusts on set. enjoy, follow us on instagram @matinee_podcast, and don't forget to rate & review! art by Alex Blackwell music by Nick Nausbaum
This week, Jess Crupi joins us for a wild ride through the galaxy as we discuss Spaceballs (1987)! We chat about forcing your Nonna to act in your films, the SCTV legacy, and learning as an adult that Dr Evil was *also* played by Mike Meyers. enjoy, follow us on instagram @matinee_podcast, and don't forget to rate & review! art by Alex Blackwell music by Nick Nausbaum
All aboard the Queen Elizabeth II - get ready to fall in love! And then divorce! And then keep your twin daughters apart for 11 years! Is that not your idea of a good time? Too bad! This week, producer Bronte Jovevski (@crowdedhouseofficial) joins us to break down the classic remake of the twin-swap romantic comedy, The Parent Trap (1998). We discuss Lindsay Lohan's tumultuous relationship to Hollywood, Natasha Richardson's radiance, Nancy Meyer's love of portraying exorbitant wealth onscreen, a...
ah, the two genders - classical and hiphop! join us for today's exploration of dance, music, and romance as Maria's sister Anastasia joins us once again to discuss Step Up (2006). We cover everything from white privilege to skinny scarves! this one will have ya poppin' and lockin' in your seat. enjoy, follow us on instagram @matinee_podcast, and don't forget to rate & review! art by Alex Blackwell music by Nick Nausbaum
Put on your best floor-length khaki skirt and turn up the Clair de Lune - it's Twilight time on Matinée! This week, Julia's dear friend Miranda Day joins us to discuss the polarizing vampire romance flick Twilight (2008) . We dig into the movie's legacy as a meme, the shockingly boring #vampirelifestyle portrayed, and of course, the fascinating mind behind it all - Stephenie Meyer. enjoy, follow us on instagram @matinee_podcast, and don't forget to rate & review! art by Alex Blackwell music ...
Opa!! Returning favourite Selby Nixon (@selbeast) joins us to discuss a shared favourite film - My Big Fat Greek Wedding (2002). Grab some ouzo and join us for a lively dissection of Greek/Canadian Culture - we'll learn some Greek etymology and quote some Andrea Martin. Selby, Maria & Julia also discuss the film's unconventional romcom structure, Nia Vardalos's box office success, and the power of being in charge of your own makeover. enjoy, follow us on instagram @matinee_podcast, and don't...
This week, rising social media sensation Schaé Dunston joins Maria & Julia to discuss the 90s childhood classic My Girl (1991) . We discuss the weird oversexualization of the film's lone kiss, how the film would change if Megan Thee Stallion were inserted into it, getting shipped off to Jamaica for being naughty, and of course, Maria's grandmother's allergy to condoms. You know, all the classic things people discuss when watching a coming of age movie. enjoy, follow us on instagram @matinee_...
It's just Maria and Jungle Julia this week, so we sit down to discuss an old fave of Maria's - Quentin Tarantino's Death Proof (2007). We talk through the film's GRINDHOUSE release as a double feature with Planet Terror, the MYSTERIOUS subtitle swap, the powerhouse that is Zoe Bell, and of course Quentin's love of inserting himself into every situation!!! Buckle your seatbelt (if you're not sitting on a rusty metal stool on the passenger's side) and listen up! enjoy, follow us on instagram @mati...
CROSSOVER TIME! This week we're joined by Miranda Hassell, host of The Big D podcast, to delve into all things DIVORCE. We cover many sub-genres of divorce films in Hollywood, from Kramer Vs. Kramer (1979) to It's Complicated (2009). We eat, pray, and critique our way through the films that have influenced the dialogue around divorce for decades. That, and a Taye Diggs story. PLUS, find out: has Miranda gotten her Groove Back? listen in to find out!
We back, baby, and we're throwing ourselves straight into the game. this week, chef Joseph Nguyen joins us to discuss Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story (2004). We discuss the films cringe to laugh ratio (take a guess), Asian "representation" in early aughts comedies, how quoting stupid movies together helps strengthen friendships, and why Vince Vaughn's Peter is a certified Bland Man™. we are excited to be back on your feeds semi-regularly! if you're excited to see us, please rate & review us...
holy moly, can you believe we've done 50 episodes? To celebrate, we've got our first returning guest - law student Erin Masters - and a slight break from our usual format. This week, we're discussing Karen Kusama's horror-comedy Jennifer's Body (2009). There's a LOT to get into here, including how the studio mishandled marketing the film, our collective misguided disdain for Megan Fox, and the constant, sweat-inducing anxiety of being a queer teenager. How fun! (we make it fun, we promise) enjoy...
it's a family affair this week, as Julia's mom - former radio producer and current visual researcher - Kathie McKenna joins us to discuss the James L. Brooks classic Broadcast News (1987). We discuss the value of a quick but powerful cry, the himbo vs. incel dynamic, and the ways in which the news media landscape has changed over the last 30 years. Is everything in the world biased? YES! Except for us, delivering the STRAIGHT FACTS through your headphones. thanks for listening! enjoy, follow us ...
Matinée means family. Matinée means seatbelts. And Tuesday means a new episode! This week, Jane Campbell joins us as we dive headfirst into the satirical girl group comedy Josie and the Pussycats (2001). We debate the validity of the film's cynical take on consumerism, the "child gaze" (a term coined by jane during the episode), and how making a girly film in Hollywood will get you NOWHERE! Plus: who would each of us be in the band? Is Alan M hot or just a noodle in flip flops? This is the only ...
Game over, man! This week, we're joined by art department veteran Sasha Kosovic to discuss the film that's been stuck in his brain for 30 years: James Cameron's Aliens (1986). Sasha recalls being completely mesmerized by the famous sequel as a young kid, as we rave about the sets, costumes, and characters. THEN, we speak to Maria & Sasha's coworker, visual effects supervisor Everett Burrell, WHO ACTUALLY WORKED ON THE FILM! Matinée with the insider scoop, baby! It's a good one so buckle up, ...
Practice your best Minnesota accent with us this week, as Jen Lo joins us to discuss the cult classic Drop Dead Gorgeous (1999). We dig in to the near-perfect small town specificity, all-star cast, and deep cringe of this incredible film. Other important topics discussed include: the film's critical failure, the rampant fatphobia of the 1990s, Kirsten Dunst's icon status, and hotels with the pool in the middle. Thanks so much to Jen for joining us this week! buzzfeed article mentioned in the epi...
"This one time, at band camp, I listened to the best podcast ever!" It's just Maria & Julia today as we sit down to discuss the cultural touchstone American Pie (1999). We laugh and cringe our way through the recap, discuss the ways in which this movie messed with our self esteem, and of course worship at the altar of Jennifer Coolidge. Join us as we wade through the swamp of toxic masculinity, sexual misconduct and bodily shame! Hooray! enjoy, follow us on instagram @matinee_podcast, and do...
Before you hit play, PROMISE you won't fall in love with us!! Once that's out of the way, dig in to today's episode with the creative, funny and talented Christina Dao (@good.opinion). We chat all about the 2002 Nicholas Sparks romance A Walk to Remember: the strong Christian overtones, the abrasive whiteness, and Christina's ever growing hatred for Mandy Moore's ankle-length dresses. Even though the movie's a tearjerker, we spend the whole time laughing (with some light screaming by Maria). you...
Have you photosynthesized your breakfast today? Either way, join us for a dreamy discussion with cinematographer Mack Calliston to discuss Sofia Coppola's debut feature, The Virgin Suicides (1999). Mack tells us how the film has influenced his work, we commiserate over the horrors of being 13, and we try to guess Sofia Coppola's astrological sign. We also chat extensively about whether or not the film is a subversive commentary on the male gaze - what do you think? Please note that the film disc...
ELLO, LISTNAHS! This week, we're joined by VFX & animation producer Lisa Brodie to break down the Guy Ritchie diamond heist extravaganza Snatch (2000) . Lisa tells us about her EXTREMELY memorable first viewing of the film (hint: double date + open flame) and Julia does her best to give a play-by-play despite not remembering any of the characters. We discuss the lack of female representation in the film, somehow land on Brad Pitt's butt in Troy AGAIN, and draw cinematic parallels to some pre...
NEUVO EPISODIO! This week, we're joined by Cold Stone Shots co-host & wrestling aficionado, Campbell Falconer, to dissect the 2006 film Nacho Libre . We debate Jack Black's hotness, cringe at the cultural appropriation, and laugh at the absurdity of every minute of this silly but warm film. And we learn all about wrestling!! Grab some elote (mmm) and pop your headphones in. Remember to check out Campbell's podcast Stone Cold Shots , and follow us on instagram @matinee_podcast - don't forget ...
WHAT ARE YA DOIN IN MY PODCAST?!! This week, we're joined by resident Shrekspert Lindsay Trajkovich to discuss the delightful animated feature Shrek (2001). We discuss the unproblematic nature of the film (minus the whiteness, lack of female characters, and heteronormativity), do our best ogre impersonations, and Lindsay relays her immersive experience at Shrek's Adventure in London. Shrek is love, Shrek is life! enjoy, follow us on instagram @matinee_podcast, and don't forget to rate & revi...
This week, we're joined by Frank the Bunny stan Sefi Sloman to breakdown the creepy cult classic Donnie Darko (2001). Prepare for a few heated debates about fascinating topics such as: the Gyllenhaal sibling face, The Lord of the Rings (for some reason?), and the nature of wormholes. We learn, we laugh, we love. enjoy, follow us on instagram @matinee_podcast, and don't forget to rate & review! art by Alex Blackwell music by Nick Nausbaum...
oh hunny do we have an exciting ep today! Jackie Johnson, host of Julia's fave podcast, Natch Beaut, very graciously joins us to discuss one of her most formative films: The Little Mermaid (1989) . We cover all the big questions: do merpeople have genitalia? How were people so chill about their five day relationship? And should Jackie be concerned about Julia's intimate knowledge of her own life? We are very appreciative of Jackie J lending us her time. Check out Natch Beaut, and be sure to foll...
Waddup, trout sniffers? The holiday season is upon us & we're back with another episode. This week, we're joined by Julia's brother, graphic designer Alex Blackwell to discuss Home Alone 2: Lost In New York (1992). A Christmas classic, or an absolute waste of time? Guess which opinion was Julia's and which was Maria's.... We delve into the appeal of prank calls, question Mr. Duncan's motives, and discuss some behind the scenes gossip. Get your cheese pizza & kerosense ready, and enjoy th...
Sup, Matinerds! We've officially been putting out podcasts for ONE YEAR! To celebrate, we got some wine, we got some beer, and we answered your burning questions. Things get a little wacky, but it was a lot of fun. Thanks so much for listening. We super appreciate it!!! And don't forget to let us know how you'd answer these questions. art by Alex Blackwell music by Nick Nausbaum
