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We Just Wanna Talk Movies

Emily Irvingshows.acast.com
Calling all movies fans! Looking for a fun place to talk film and TV? We Just Wanna Talk Movies is the place for exploring beloved classics, as well as delving into the latest in television and cinema. Unwind at the end of the week and hang out with your hosts, Emily and Kayla, as we chat all things film and television including reviews, retrospectives, favorites, and current events in the entertainment industry. Join us every other Friday if you are in the mood to chill out and talk movies!

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Episodes

Ballerina (2025) Review

On the season three finale, your hosts, Emily and Kayla, review our first summer blockbuster of the year: Ballerina , the latest entry in the John Wick franchise. Will it live up to the previous entries? Will it be as badass as Black Widow and Red Sparrow , with sequences as jaw-dropping as in Black Swan and Abigail ? Let's find out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 20, 20251 hrSeason 3Ep. 9

Queer Cinema

Happy Pride, everyone! For this week's episode, your hosts, Emily and Kayla, will go over classic Queer representations in film and television, from 1931's Frankenstein , all the way to 2023's Red, White, and Royal Blue . Kick back this Friday and listen to two weirdos chat about our favorite LGBTQ+ films and shows and what has made them hold a special place in our movie-loving hearts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jun 06, 20251 hr 40 minSeason 3Ep. 8

Interview With the Vampire Seasons 1&2

On today's episode, your hosts Kayla and Emily (mostly Kayla) go through a deep-dive analysis of AMC's hit show, Interview With the Vampire . From the fabulous Lestat de Lioncourt, to the gremlin Armand, we cover the entire story so far of the most dramatic vampires to ever grace the small screen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 09, 20251 hr 38 minSeason 3Ep. 7

Agatha All Along Review

A Marvel show is actually... great? Amazing? Show-stopping? On this episode, your hosts, Emily and Kayla, give our thoughts on the deliciously villain-centric series, Agatha All Along. Does the horror/comedy/action all hit? Is Kathryn Hahn stunningly camp as always? Does the future of Marvel look a bit more interesting? Tune in for the full discussion! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 25, 20251 hr 11 minSeason 3Ep. 6

Cleaner (2025) Review

On this installment of Did Anyone Other Than Us Watch This? your hosts, Kayla and Emily, give our thoughts on the latest Daisy Ridley action flick, Cleaner . Does Martin Campbell come through once again with heart-pounding action sequences? Do we get the Daisy Ridley and Clive Owen Ophelia reunion Emily has been waiting for? How much cleaning is actually involved? Find out as we dive into our full, unfiltered review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Apr 11, 20251 hr 2 minSeason 3Ep. 5

Heartstopper Review

The time has finally come... your hosts Emily and Kayla spend an hour gushing about one of the best series' of all time. From perfect casting and representation of mental health struggles, to gorgeous friendships and truly heart-stopping romance, this is everything great about Heartstopper seasons 1, 2, and 3. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 28, 20251 hr 8 minSeason 3Ep. 4

Cats in Cinema

Everyone has their favorite, beloved movie dog... but what about famous movie cats? How are they depicted differently than dogs? In comedies, in family films, in horror? In this week's episode, your crazy-cat-lady hosts, Kayla and Emily, take a deep dive with our favorite furry friends and the representation they have received in media throughout time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 14, 20251 hr 7 minSeason 3Ep. 3

Top Ten Movies of 2024

It's that time of year again! Your hosts Emily and Kayla give our oddball lists for our favorite movies from last year. From the critically-acclaimed, to Grindhouse-style horror, we can at least guarantee that you probably won't see any other lists quite like ours... for better or worse. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 28, 20251 hr 20 minSeason 3Ep. 2

Heart Eyes + Romantic Horror

We're back with a third season of dysfunctional movie reviews and passionate film ramblings! In this season premiere, your hosts Kayla and Emily discuss the recent rom-com slasher Heart Eyes, as well as our favorite romantic couples in horror and how the horror genre has always been inexplicably tied to romance. What is a good Valentine's Day without a little blood and gore? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 14, 202557 minSeason 3Ep. 1

Most Anticipated Movies of 2025

On the season 2 finale of We Just Wanna Talk Movies, hosts Kayla and Emily go over all of the major film releases scheduled for 2025, from intriguing new horror and exciting retro action, to questionable upcoming comic book films and rumored legacy sequels. Join us one more time before 2024 comes to a close to go over the expected slate for next year! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 27, 20241 hr 3 minSeason 2Ep. 10

Gladiator II + Ancient World in Film

With the newly released sequel to one of the most iconic films of all time, your hosts Kayla and Emily give our thoughts on the anxiously awaited Gladiator II . And Kayla isn't getting a college education for nothing, so we also dive into a discussion on the representation of ancient world in film, from Spartacus to The Hunger Games . How could you not be entertained? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Dec 13, 20241 hr 11 minSeason 2Ep. 9

Book to Movie Adaptations

On today's episode, your book/film geek hosts Emily and Kayla discuss one of our favorite topics: book-to-movie adaptations. We will go over all of our phases, from Roald Dahl and Harry Potter, to Twilight and Jane Austen, discussing the good, the bad, and the ugly of film taking a swing at adapting best-selling literature. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 29, 20241 hr 23 minSeason 2Ep. 8

Movie Theaters + Physical Media

On today's episode, your hosts Kayla and Emily dive into the much debated topic of movie theaters and physical media and how streaming has seemed to have dominated the film-viewing market. But do theaters have a chance at a major comeback as we continue to move forward from the lockdown era? Are there some movies that rely entirely on the theater experience? Join us for our discussion on the modern era of film and television! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Nov 15, 20241 hr 7 minSeason 2Ep. 7

Quiz Time!

It's time to test our fan knowledge! Your hosts Emily and Kayla quiz each other on our favorite fandoms: Star Wars and Stranger Things. Are we true fans? Or have we been imposters this whole time? Also, we give our long-awaited review on a recent horror smash-hit that rocked the country. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 01, 20241 hr 1 minSeason 2Ep. 6

Joker Review and Terrifier Discussion

SPOILERS The battle is on! Two clowns named Arthur are currently vying for the top spot at the box office (though a clear winner seems to have already snatched the crown). Today, your hosts Kayla and Emily give our review of the sequel to the critically acclaimed film Joker, as well as our thoughts on the previous Terrifier films as we gear up to head out and see Art's third run in the smash hit Terrifier 3. Which killer clown has stolen our hearts? And just how much on screen violence can we ta...

Oct 18, 202456 minSeason 2Ep. 5

Megalopolis Review + Upcoming Horror Movies

In this week's episode, your hosts Kayla and Emily give our reaction and review of 2024's Megalopolis... a review that is sure to be as confusing and scrambled as the movie itself. We also take a look at some of this year's upcoming horror movies in honor of the beginning of spooky month. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 04, 20241 hr 3 minSeason 2Ep. 4

Breaking Down Breaking Bad, Part 2

In the second part of our break down of the acclaimed Breaking Bad , we dive into seasons 4 and 5, as well as the Netflix film El Camino . Does Walt finally get what he deserves? Does Jesse somehow make it out on top? Does Walter Jr. ever get to go to Cold Stone Creamery? Stay tuned to hear your hosts Kayla and Emily give our (sometimes conflicting) views on the completed character arcs and story conclusion. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Sep 20, 20241 hr 5 minSeason 2Ep. 3

Breaking Down Breaking Bad, Part 1

Welcome to part one of the two-part Breaking Bad extravaganza here on We Just Wanna Talk Movies. Your hosts Kayla and Emily get into the nitty gritty, from favorite character arcs, to psychological-color-analysis as we break down one of televisions most iconic shows. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 06, 20241 hr 3 minSeason 2Ep. 2

Summer Movie Recap

We're back for a second season of We Just Wanna Talk Movies! Your hosts Kayla and Emily are kicking off season two with a recap of movies and shows we watched over the summer, including Deadpool & Wolverine, The Acolyte, Young Woman and the Sea, and more. So buckle up and stay tuned for a second season of movie reviews, unhinged rants, and news and updates on everything cinema and television. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Aug 23, 20241 hr 4 minSeason 2Ep. 1

Summer Blockbusters

On the final episode of season one here on We Just Wanna Talk Movies , your always-delirious hosts, Kayla and Emily, talk all about the summer blockbuster in anticipation for summer of 2024. Where did they begin? What made their Golden Age so magnificent? How have they evolved into the million-dollar blockbusters we know today? Tune in one last time before the break while we chaotically guide you through the highs and lows of the summer blockbuster. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mor...

Jun 07, 20241 hrSeason 1Ep. 10

Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes Review

Your movie hosts Kayla and Emily are back with our last movie review of the season. This episode, we go over the latest entry in the Planet of the Apes reboot series. With a heavy legacy to live up to, will this new chapter impress us enough to get us excited for the new phase of apes? Stay tuned to find out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 24, 202444 minSeason 1Ep. 9

Planet of the Apes Reboot-Trilogy-Recap

In anticipation for our upcoming review of the new release, Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes , your bumbling hosts Kayla and Emily heap praises of love on one of our favorite movie trilogies. What makes the Planet of the Apes reboot so great? Is it the groundbreaking digital effects? Or the epic rags-to-riches tale of an abused ape who becomes a King? Is it Maurice? Join us as we give our thoughts and predictions before you run out and catch the latest sequel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri...

May 10, 202455 minSeason 1Ep. 8

Religious Horror

What makes the Devil so fascinating? Since the beginning of time, themes from all factions of religion have been prominent in nearly every horror story. In this episode, your hosts Kayla and Emily will dive into the most iconic examples of religious-themed horror movies and discuss why we are so frightened of the supernatural. Let the controversy begin! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 26, 20241 hr 7 minSeason 1Ep. 7

Favorite King Kong Movies

For today's episode, in protest of Godzilla triumphing over the King in the last Godzilla Vs Kong film, your hosts Kayla and Emily dive into our favorite King Kong films and discuss why everyone's favorite ape is always going to be our #1. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 12, 20241 hr 4 minSeason 1Ep. 6

Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire Review

Hosts Emily and Kayla discuss the next March blockbuster, Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire. Did the Busters bust enough ghosts? Was the Empire frozen enough? Was Paul Rudd funny? Find out in our fifth episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 29, 202457 minSeason 1Ep. 5

Damsel, Dune, and Ghostbusters Trailer Breakdown

As we enter the first month of blockbusters, your slightly frazzled hosts discuss our thoughts on Dune: Part 2, as well as break down the final trailer for Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire. We also review the Netflix original, Damsel, starring Millie Bobby Brown, gorgeous princess dresses, and a huge-ass dragon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 15, 20241 hrSeason 1Ep. 4

Top 10 Favorite Movies of 2023

A double Top 10 recount that goes off the rails. After a year of pleasant surprises, throwback cinema, and epic theater experiences, it's time for your hosts Emily and Kayla to recount our absolute favorite films of 2023! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 01, 20241 hr 25 minSeason 1Ep. 3

Anticipated Films of 2024

2024 is here, and we've got a whole new slate of upcoming films! In today's episode, your hosts Emily and Kayla dive into the movies scheduled for release this year that we are the most excited and/or curious about. From superheroes and sequels, to cheesy horror and projects of beloved actors, let's dive into our most anticipated films of the year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 16, 20241 hr 9 minSeason 1Ep. 2

Introduction: Favorite Movies and Shows

In our very first official episode we introduce ourselves and the show, talk about why movies are important to us, and discuss all of our favorite movies and TV shows. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 02, 20241 hr 10 minSeason 1Ep. 1

We Just Wanna Talk Movies

Welcome to We Just Wanna Talk Movies, the podcast where you can hang with your hosts, Kayla and Emily, and chat about all things movies and television. Enjoy the introduction to our show, and stay tuned for the future of slightly unhinged movie talks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 28, 202448 sec
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