Everyday Liminality

You may not like the Star Wars  franchise, but you do know about it. There is hardly a person in the world who can't identify the characters and say something about it. That's worth discussing.

Forrest Gump is arguably the most beloved movie of the 90s. It's nostalgic and wholesome, funny and heartbreaking. There's a reason it won best picture. And yet, not everyone is on board. Is there a problematic agenda to this movie?

In 1955,  Rebel Without a Cause  began a new genre of movies: the teenage angst movie. In this episode, Fr. Tito and Fr. Casey discuss its significance in the history of cinema.

Few movies have been quite so influential—and bizarre—than Stanley Kubrick's  2001: A Space Odyssey . To say that it's a bit different than other movies is an understatement.

There are a lot of problems with 1995 film  Braveheart . That said, we still think it's a classic everyone should see.

The Dark Knight is one of the most iconic movies of the new millennium. We take a look at what makes it so memorable. 

Field of Dreams is arguably the greatest sports movie of all time. But it's about much more than just sports.

Few movies have had quite the impact on cinema goers than The Godfather.  And yet, one of the hosts just doesn't like it.

Everyone talks about how good of a movie Casablanca is... and they're right. Fr. Tito and Fr. Casey discuss what makes this such a timeless work of art.

This season, we're sticking to a theme: classic movies. Each week, Tito and I will select one all-time must-see movie, never more than one each per decade.

Some of the largest blockbusters, greatest dramas, and whackiest comedies took place in the 90s. But which one is best? 

For those born in the late 80s or early 90s, it doesn't get much better than  The Sandlot . It's got it all!

Kung Fu movies are often deeply serious, detailing an epic journey of a hero to protect a people or avenge lost honor. Kung Fu Hustle is not that. Seemingly influenced by Loonie Tunes, there is very little serious about it... and we appreciate that.

In 1953, Arthur Miller released  The Crucible , a play dramatizing the events of the Salem witch trials. In 2018, Aaron Sorkin used it as a framework to tell the story of Molly Bloom, a woman known for running poker games, falsely accused of laws she didn't break but unwilling to tarnish her name to avoid punishment. 

Aaron Sorkin's first movie set the tone for an incredible career.  A Few Good Men has everything you love from his other words including quick banter, long monologues, baseball, honor, and respect for the military. Not only that, it offers a catalyst for an interesting discussion about obedience and conscience. Definitely worth a rewatch!

Independence Day isn't just one of the most iconic action movie of the 90s. It's also a story with well-developed characters and excellent pacing. While many actions movies these days are dark and cold, this one is hopeful, inspiring, and keeps you invested in the characters until the very end.

Space Jam  is an incredibly iconic 90s movie dripping with nostalgia. Unfortunately, it's a bit lacking in story structure, acting, and just common sense... but man! That soundtrack! Frs. Tito and Casey discuss what makes this movie so likable despite its many flaws.

The Chosen  is a hit show unlike any other. For one, it's about Jesus. Two, it's actually done  well . Three, and maybe best of all, it's entirely free to watch on YouTube. It's not without its flaws, but Fr. Tito and Fr. Casey approve.

Few movies stand the test of time quite like the original Jurassic Park (1993). As Hollywood continues to churn out sequels, Frs. Tito and Casey discuss why the original is an absolute masterpiece.

What do you get when you put Ned Flanders in the movie Major League ? Apparently a hit British comedy called  Ted Lasso.  It's funny, hopeful, crude, and generally speaking, the above average comedy that a post-2020 world needs.

The Wizard of Oz is one of the most iconic movies in history. It has been referenced and reinterpreted countless times, making it an absolute classic. But returning to the original source material, what can we say its original purpose was?

What if you had to live the same day over and over and over again? In the world of COVID-19, it's actually not that hard to imagine. In this 1993 classic, Bill Murray is cursed to relive the same events time and again, until he realizes that it's not a curse at all, but an opportunity. 

The Coen brothers O Brother, Where Art Thou is a clever retelling of the epic poem  The Odyssey.  Except, it is more than that. As. Frs. Casey and Tito discuss, it begins with the source material, but takes the story in its own direction.

Christopher Nolan's new movie  Tenet is unlike anything you've ever seen before. Truly, a masterpiece of cinema. But is it actually good?

The Goonies was a huge hit in 1985, and fans have made it a cult classic. But those who didn't see it as kids aren't as convinced. Fr. Casey and Fr. Tito discuss.