Movie Date's Best Films of 2015
Rafer and Kristen wrap up 2015 with their favorite films of the year.
Jan 01, 2016•49 min•Ep. 325
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Episodes
Concussion, Joy, The Revenant, The Hateful Eight, and Much More!
There are seven big releases this Christmas 2015, and Rafer and Kristen review (almost) all of them.
Dec 24, 2015•44 min•Ep. 324
Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Sisters, Coat of Many Colors
In this week's Movie Date podcast, Rafer and Kristen review "Star Wars: The Force Awakens," "Sisters," and "Coat of Many Colors.
Dec 18, 2015•32 min•Ep. 323
In the Heart of the Sea, The Big Short, Lady in the Van, and the Golden Globe Nods
In this week's Movie Date podcast, Rafer and Kristen review "In the Heart of the Sea," "The Big Short," and "Lady in the Van." They also weigh in on this year's Golden Globe nods.
Dec 11, 2015•33 min•Ep. 322
Youth, Chiraq, The Letters, Krampus, Master of None
In this week's Movie Date podcast, Rafer and Kristen review "Youth," "Chiraq," "The Letters," "Krampus," and "Master of None."
Dec 05, 2015•34 min•Ep. 321
Carol, The Good Dinosaur, Creed, The Danish Girl
This week's Movie Date podcasts include reviews "Carol," "The Good Dinosaur," and "Creed"; as well as a conversation with the screenwriter of "The Danish Girl."
Nov 25, 2015•29 min•Ep. 320
Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 2, The Secret in Their Eyes, The Night Before
In this week's Movie Date podcast, Rafer and Kristen review "The Secrets in Their Eyes," "The Night Before," and "The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 2."
Nov 20, 2015•32 min•Ep. 319
Love the Coopers, 33, By the Sea, Spotlight
In this week's Movie Date podcast, Rafer and Kristen review Love the Coopers, 33, By The Sea, and Spotlight. They also share some confessions.
Nov 17, 2015•38 min•Ep. 318
Spectre, Peanuts, Brooklyn, Suffragette
This week's Movie Date podcast centers on a man named Bond, a boy named Brown, a borough called Brooklyn, and some women in Britain.
Nov 07, 2015•34 min•Ep. 317
Our Brand is Crisis, Truth, Scout's Guide to the Zombie Apocalypse, Burnt
In this week's Movie Date podcast, Rafer and Kristen review two movies about politics, one about zombies, and another about a very mean chef.
Oct 30, 2015•32 min•Ep. 316
Jem, The Last Witch Hunter, The Ghost Dimension, Rock the Kasbah, and Room
This week's Movie Date podcast includes a very special radio play acted out by Rafer, Kristen, Sean Rameswaram (of "Sideshow"), and Katie Bishop (of "Death, Sex & Money").
Oct 23, 2015•30 min•Ep. 315
"Bridge of Spies," "Crimson Peak," "Crazy Ex-Girlfriend"
In this week's Movie Date podcast, Rafer and Kristen review "Bridge of Spies," "Crimson Peak," and the new musical TV series "Crazy Ex-Girlfriend."
Oct 16, 2015•29 min•Ep. 314
"Steve Jobs," "Pan," and a Speed Date!
We've all heard of Peter Pan and Steve Jobs and there have been plenty of movies about them both. Do we need two more?
Oct 13, 2015•34 min•Ep. 313
"The Walk," "The Martian," and Movie Therapy
In this week's Movie Date podcast, Rafer and Kristen review "The Walk" and "The Martian," and administer some October-themed Movie Therapy.
Oct 02, 2015•36 min•Ep. 312
"Stonewall," "Sicario," "The Intern," "Muppets"
This week's Movie Date podcast is filled with lessons, some of which involve handkerchiefs, some which end in cannibalism.
Sep 26, 2015•36 min•Ep. 311
Revenge of the Amazing Maize Maze
What's it like being trapped in a maze? Kristen knows. What's it like being able to pronounce Dermot Mulroney's name? Rafer knows.
Sep 18, 2015•39 min•Ep. 310
Grandmas and Pastors
This week's podcast is all about grandparents and pastors. Some are good, some aren't so good, and some might just put you to sleep.
Sep 11, 2015•33 min•Ep. 309
Walking in the Woods, Driving the Getaway Car
This week, Rafer and Kristen review "A Walk in the Woods" and "The Transporter Refueled," and answer a Movie Therapy question for everyone who cares about diversity in kids' films.
Sep 04, 2015•29 min•Ep. 308
The Porn Episode
Today's episode of Movie Date is all about indecent movies, and it features special guest Dan Savage !
Aug 27, 2015•28 min•Ep. 307
The Ultimate Killing Machine
Two of this week's movies feature humans that have been programmed to be killing machines. Which, if either, is worth seeing?
Aug 21, 2015•37 min•Ep. 306
Would you rather live in 1963 or 1986?
This week's movies take us back in time, to 1986 and 1963. Which era would you rather live in?
Aug 14, 2015•32 min•Ep. 305
Is This The Worst Action Movie Ever?
What does it sound like when sheep sing? Is Ricki flashy? And is "The Fantastic Four" the worst action movie ever?
Aug 07, 2015•45 min•Ep. 304
Vacation to an Achievable Mission
Is this mission really impossible? Do we need another vacation? And why is William F. Buckley swearing at Gore Vidal?
Jul 31, 2015•40 min•Ep. 303
Pac-man, Punches, Prison, and Pissed-Off Moms
Pac-man, punches, prison, and pissed-off moms. There's a lot to enjoy in this week's movies if you're a fan of any of these.
Jul 24, 2015•38 min•Ep. 302
Is That Your Finger In the Jelly?
There are three very different jars of jelly on the shelf this week, and one man has his finger in every jar.
Jul 17, 2015•42 min•Ep. 301
Check in Your Brain and Swap Your Body
Check in your brain, because you won't necessarily need it. And swap your body, because yes, you can. It's "Minions" and "Self/Less" time!
Jul 10, 2015•33 min•Ep. 300
Proud to be an American
In this week's Movie Date podcast, Rafer and Kristen review "Terminator Genisys," "Amy," and "Magic Mike XXL." They also discuss the movies that make them proud to be American.
Jul 02, 2015•36 min•Ep. 299
When Animals Talk, Do We Really Want to Hear What They Say?
When animals talk, do we really want to hear what they say? It depends on whether it's a teddy bear or a dog who's doing the talking.
Jun 26, 2015•34 min•Ep. 298
It's All About That Sax
Is "Inside Out" ripping off "Herman's Head"? Is "Dope" a remake of "Risky Business"? And what's up with all the sax solos on this week's Movie Date podcast?
Jun 19, 2015•48 min•Ep. 297
Quirky Girls, Crazy Dads, and Working Women
This week's Movie Date podcast has a little something for everyone, especially those who love quirky girls, hate crazy dads, and presume that working women are the root of all evil.
Jun 15, 2015•35 min•Ep. 296
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