Daddy Issues: Finding Nemo vs. Trap
Two movies about terrible fathers trying their best for their children — it's Finding Nemo vs. Trap.
May 08, 2025•38 min•Ep. 267
Tasteless
Tasteless is a movie podcast that pays tribute to the films not enough people are talking about, from the underrated to the absurd. In each episode, Emily Higgins takes a highly regarded film and compares it to a similar but overlooked movie she recommends instead.
The bonus series called Strong Female Leads features interviews with the actresses and creators who have inspired this podcast with their work, both on-screen and off.
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Episodes
Eyes On The Prize: Anora vs. Mousehunt
Two movies about chasing a better life and contending with what a name can mean—it’s Anora vs. Mousehunt.
Apr 03, 2025•23 min•Ep. 266
Us vs. Them: They Live vs. The Hunt (2020)
Two movies that explore how we see the world — it's They Live vs. The Hunt (2020).
Feb 06, 2025•30 min•Ep. 265
Defying Gravity: Wicked vs. Rush Hour
Two films where an unlikely duo are thrown together to contend with unfamiliar territory — it’s Wicked vs. Rush Hour.
Jan 02, 2025•28 min•Ep. 264
Christmas Spirit: It's A Wonderful Life vs. Hot Frosty
Two movies about communities coming together and the burden of loneliness — it’s It’s A Wonderful Life vs. Hot Frosty.
Dec 19, 2024•32 min•Ep. 263
Gravy Train: You've Got Mail vs. Thanksgiving
Two Thanksgiving movies about corporate greed and anonymity — it's You've Got Mail vs. Thanksgiving.
Nov 28, 2024•35 min•Ep. 262
Even-Steven: Terrifier 2 vs. Orphan: First Kill
Two horror films where an established icon of terror meets their match — it's Terrifier 2 vs. Orphan: First Kill.
Oct 31, 2024•32 min•Ep. 261
Power Play: Strangers On A Train vs. The Wasp
Two movies about manipulation and unintended consequences — it’s Strangers On A Train vs. The Wasp.
Oct 17, 2024•34 min•Ep. 260
Building A Mystery: Dressed To Kill vs. Held Hostage In My House
Two movies about unmasking a criminal, frank sexuality, and a very dedicated son — it's Dressed To Kill vs. Held Hostage In My House.
Oct 03, 2024•25 min•Ep. 259
Fighting Chance: Scott Pilgrim Vs. The World vs. Polite Society
Two stylized films about literally fighting for what you want — it’s Scott Pilgrim Vs. The World vs. Polite Society.
Sep 04, 2024•29 min•Ep. 258
Jennifer Esposito on Fresh Kills
Jennifer Esposito discusses her thrilling, funny, affecting new film Fresh Kills, a movie that doesn’t fit into any one box but that has been connecting deeply with audiences since its release. You wanna know who your people are? Jennifer is your people. She made a movie for movie lovers, a movie for women, a movie for human beings. Watch Fresh Kills at home: www.freshkillsmovie.com See a screening of Fresh Kills plus Q&A with Jennifer in ON, Canada this Sunday, August 18: www.anchorniagara....
Aug 14, 2024•58 min
You Don't Own Me: Eastern Promises vs. Fresh Kills
Two films about feeling trapped and the resulting rage — it's Eastern Promises vs. Fresh Kills. Time Codes: 1:03 Eastern Promises 6:12 Fresh Kills 21:08 Similar Themes: Feeling Trapped 26:13 Similar Themes: Impotent Rage 29:59 What Fresh Kills Does Better: Heroes and Villains 33:18 What Fresh Kills Does Better: Extra Ordinary
Jul 17, 2024•36 min•Ep. 257
Take My Breath Away: Singin' In The Rain vs. A Family Affair
Two movies about forbidden romance set against the fantastical world of Hollywood — it’s Singin’ In The Rain vs. A Family Affair.
Jul 03, 2024•40 min•Ep. 256
Class Warfare: Triangle Of Sadness vs. Corporate Animals
Two satires about class and equality — it's Triangle Of Sadness vs. Corporate Animals.
Jun 05, 2024•40 min•Ep. 255
Destined For Greatness: The Fifth Element vs. Madame Web
Two movies about an unexpected hero being thrown into chaos as they unravel their fate — it's The Fifth Element vs. Madame Web.
May 22, 2024•38 min•Ep. 254
Victim Of Success: Whatever Happened To Baby Jane? vs. Catfight
Two movies about self destruction and changing dynamics — it's Whatever Happened To Baby Jane? vs. Catfight.
May 08, 2024•34 min•Ep. 253
The World Is Yours: Scarface vs Anaconda
Two movies about ambition and greed — it's Scarface vs Anaconda.
Apr 24, 2024•38 min
Got Your Six: Full Metal Jacket vs Cadet Kelly
Two class clowns in stories about conformity and the bonds of a shared experience — it’s Full Metal Jacket vs Cadet Kelly.
Apr 10, 2024•39 min•Ep. 251
Pigeonholed: Harry Potter And The Sorcerer's Stone vs Sleepaway Camp
Two movies about an adolescent trying to figure out their own identity after being wildly traumatized by a weird aunt — it's Harry Potter And The Sorcerer's Stone vs Sleepaway Camp.
Mar 27, 2024•43 min•Ep. 250
Down To A Science: Oppenheimer vs Twister
Two movies about a dogged pursuit of scientific discovery and rag tag groups of likeminded people — it's Oppenheimer vs Twister.
Mar 13, 2024•33 min•Ep. 249
Labor Of Love: Casablanca vs Gigli
Two tales of love, sacrifice, and intrigue — it's Casablanca vs Gigli.
Feb 14, 2024•30 min•Ep. 248
Eat The Rich: Saltburn vs Big Business
Two movies about a desire for more and the class divide — it's Saltburn vs Big Business.
Jan 10, 2024•28 min•Ep. 247
The Tortured Artist: Maestro vs The Wedding Singer
Two movies about artistic ambition and lasting friendship — it's Maestro vs The Wedding Singer.
Dec 27, 2023•31 min•Ep. 246
Rose-Colored Glasses: The Master vs May December
Two movies about truth and showcasing vulnerability in men — it's The Master vs May December.
Dec 13, 2023•38 min•Ep. 245
Family Values: Little Women (2019) vs Twilight
Two movies about intense family dynamics and the drama of being young — it's Little Women vs Twilight.
Nov 22, 2023•38 min•Ep. 244
Put On A Show: Magic Mike vs Cats
Two movies about fantasy and sacrificing for your art — it's Magic Mike vs Cats.
Nov 08, 2023•29 min•Ep. 243
Mama Bear: The Babadook vs The Ring Two
Two horror movies about struggling with motherhood and coming together through shared trauma — it’s The Babadook vs The Ring Two.
Oct 25, 2023•33 min•Ep. 242
Scary Funny: Young Frankenstein vs Elvira: Mistress Of The Dark
Two movies where our protagonists follow in the footsteps of their ancestors and discover their true selves — it's Young Frankenstein vs Elvira: Mistress Of The Dark.
Oct 11, 2023•37 min•Ep. 241
Get Some Perspective: First Reformed vs Bedazzled
Two biblical movies about extremes providing new perspectives and how much even one person caring about you can impact your life — it's First Reformed vs Bedazzled.
Sep 27, 2023•29 min•Ep. 240
Love Story (Emily's Version): Gone With The Wind vs Look Who's Talking
Two movies featuring iconic romances and women who fight for what they want — it's Gone With The Wind vs Look Who's Talking.
Aug 30, 2023•39 min•Ep. 239
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