The Movie Proposal

Josh's Something Old: Raiders of the Lost Ark Skye's Something Old: Kill Bill Vol 1 & 2 Something New: Dune 2 Josh's Proposal: I propose Dune 2 is "adult Star Wars" Skye's Proposal: I propose Dune is the best sci-fi sequel since The Empire Strikes Back Something Borrowed:  https://www.ign.com/articles/ dune-part-2-is-less-about-the- movie-and-more-about-current- hollywoods-problems Josh's Somethin...

Josh's Something Old: Fried Green Tomatoes Stacey's Something Old: Never Ending Story Something New: Orion and the Dark Josh's Proposal: I propose Orion and the Dark is Dreamworks' Inside Out, but not funny or enlightening.   Stacey's Proposal: I propose that Orion and the Dark went for complex and nuance but just ended up with complicated. Something Borrowed: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zi6BM...

Josh's Something Old: Undercover Blues Skye's Something Old: Bourne Identity Something New: Argylle Josh's Proposal: I propose that the makers of Argylle need to learn the meaning of know your audience. Skye's Proposal: I propose getting a colonoscopy is more enjoyable than watching Argylle Something Borrowed: https://www.vulture.com/ article/an-attempt-to-explain- argylles-maddening-mid- credits-...

Josh's Something Old: Into the Woods 1991 Skye's Something Old: Pinochio Something New: Poor Things Josh's Proposal: I propose you'd be better off re-watching Barbie than spending any time with Poor Things Brian's Proposal: This movie depicts a godless world in which humans strive to free themselves from their idea of god so they can become god.  Something Borrowed: https://mashable.com/article/po...

Josh's Something Old: 12 Monkeys Skye's Something Old: Sleeping with the Enemy Something New: Leave the World Behind Josh's Proposal: I propose that leave the world behind is a modern day fable disguised as a apocalyptic, suspense thriller. Skye's Proposal: I propose that Leave the World behind is a fascinating disaster movie because the message is not a typical disater movie message. Something Bo...

Josh's Something Old: Gangs of New York Brian Howell's Something Old: Smoke Signals,   Boyz in the Hood Something New: Killers of the Flower Moon Josh's Proposal: I propose KOTFM was an excellent film but missed an opportunity by not making Mollie the central focus. Brian Howell's Proposal: I propose that the Killers of the Flower Moon is a brilliant depiction of how racism works without bigots. ...

Josh's Something Old: Silver Streak Christian Taylor's Something Old: Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory Something New: Wonka Josh's Proposal: I propose that Wonka was wise to not try to be another Gene Wilder Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. Christian Taylor's Proposal: I propose Wonka is best suited for a younger audience. Something Borrowed: Willy Wonka quiz Josh's Something Blew: Fargo...

Josh's Something Old: Pete's Dragon Skye's Something Old: Dead Poets Society Something New: The Holdovers Josh's Proposal: I propose The Holdovers is the best movie of 2023. Skye's Proposal: I propose The Holdovers is a beautiful, subtle film about the power of grief and empathy. Something Borrowed: Paul Giamatti talks THE HOLDOVERS, SPIDER-MAN, SIDEWAYS I Happy Sad Confused Josh's Something Blew:...

Josh's Something Old:  Cop Land Skye's Something Old: Rocky IV Something New: Sly Josh's Proposal: I propose that Sly is part of growing trend amongst aging performers: tell my story before someone else does. Skye's Proposal: I propose that Sly really shows the power of fatherhood. Something Borrowed: Sly Stallone Quiz Josh's Something Blew: Captain Fantastic , The Killer Skye's Something Blew: Th...

Josh's Something Old: The Doors Skye's Something Old: Mrs. Doubtfire Something New: Hot Potato: The Story of the Wiggles Josh's Proposal: I propose Hot Potato: The Story of the Wiggles is my kind of rock n' roll documentary because it has a happy ending. Skye's Proposal: I propose that it's a nostalgic fan documentary for young adults who remember growing up on the Wiggles but there's not a lot th...

Josh's Something Old: A Few Good Men Skye's Something Old: A Man for All Seasons Something New: The Burial Josh's Proposal: I propose The Burial is evidence of the power of a true movie star. rSkye's Proposal: I propose The Burial would not have worked without Jamie Foxx. Something Borrowed: The Burial True Story: 10 Biggest Changes From Willie E. Gary's 1995 LawsuitThe Burial True Story: 10 Bigge...

Josh's Something Old: Ransom Lindsey's Something Old: A.I. Artificial Intelligence Something New: The Creator Josh's Proposal: I propose The Creator is a well made, entertaining film but ultimately falls flat for me because I do not find A.I. compelling. Lindsey's Proposal: Yes, it's packed with tropes and reminders of other science fiction greats, but that doesn't stop The Creator from being one...

Josh's Something Old: Grease Skye's Something Old: Guess Who's Coming to Dinner Something New: Elemental Josh's Proposal: I propose Pixar needs to get back to it's roots: be funny and adventurous. Skye's Proposal: I propose that elemental would have been a wonderful short Pixar film, but loses some of its magic as a feature length movie. Something Borrowed: Good Chemistry: The Story of Elemental o...

Josh's Something Old: Silence of the Lambs Todd's Something Old: The Matrix Something New: Ahsoka Josh's Proposal: I propose Star Wars TV series should focus less on galactic empires and more on relationships and everyday life. Todds Proposal: I propose that Ahsoka will continue to define strong female leads in Science Fiction and inspire another generation of woman to do amazing things in Pop Cul...

Josh's Something Old: Legally Blonde Skye's Something Old: Elf Brian's Something Old: When Harry Met Sally Something New: Barbie Josh's Proposal: I propose Barbie is a surprisingly refreshing and enjoyable film. Skye's Proposal: I propose Barbie proves that a movie can be funny, smart, original, and commercially successful at the same time. Brian's Proposal: I propose that while gender is a very s...

Josh's Something Old: Empire of the Sun Skye's Something Old: Thirteen Days Something New: Oppenheimer Josh's Proposal: I propose Christopher Nolan makes movie magic by thinking like a magician. Skye's Proposal: I propose that Oppenheimer reveals that psychology not technology is what really drives human history. Something Borrowed:  Article #1: "Now I Am Become Death": The Story Behind Oppenheime...

Josh's Something Old:  Clear and Present Danger Skye's Something Old: The Bourne Identity Something New: Mission Impossible Dead Reckoning Part 1 Josh's Proposal: I propose Tom Cruise IS the greatest showman…but what is up with the women of Mission Impossible? Skye's Proposal: I propose Mission Impossible Dead Reckoning shows why the audiences aren't tired of the Mission Impossible franchise, but...

Josh's Something Old: Raiders of the Lost Ark Skye's Something Old: Shrek Something New: Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny Josh's Proposal:  CYNICAL: I propose Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny's primary purpose was for one final cash grab and it failed miserably. UNCYNICAL: I propose Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny's primary purpose is to end the franchise on a high note and it did…...

Josh's Something Old: A Mighty Wind Brian's Something Old: Batman Something New: The Flash Josh's Proposal: I propose The Flash's greatest weakness was an unlikeable hero portrayed by an unlikeable actor.  Brian's Proposal: I propose Barry's father's alibi proves nothing; he still could have murdered his wife. Something Borrowed: The Flash Pitch Meeting,  Screen Rant: 15 Biggest Factors in the Fla...

Josh's Something Old:  A Bug's Life Skye's Something Old: Back to the Future II Something New: Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse Josh's Proposal: Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse is like white water rafting. It's beautiful, fun, and a great time despite the fast-paced sensory overload. Skye's Proposal: I propose that Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse is a great movie… for young brains. Some...

Josh's Something Old: Ed Wood Skye's Something Old: The American President Something New: Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie Josh's Proposal: I propose Still is a great documentary film but would have made a better documentary series. Skye's Proposal: Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie is a good reminder that even the rich and famous cry. Something Borrowed: Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie Q&A | Sundance Film...

Josh's Something Old: Holes Skye's Something Old: Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade Something New: Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3  Josh's Proposal: I propose GOTGv3 was a successful end to a trilogy because it took the road less traveled. Skye's Proposal: I propose Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 is a good, but not great, ending to the best movie series in the MCU. Something Borrowed: Guardians of...

Josh's Somthing Old: Goldeneye Skye's Something Old:  Firefox Something New: Tetris Josh's Proposal: Tetris, the movie, is a success because I am now addicted to Tetris, the game. Skye's Proposal: Tetris is a bit like the game in that it's a pretty straightforward simple story. Something Borrowed: Fact Checking 'Tetris' Josh's Something Blew:  Argentina, 1985,   The King of Comedy Skye's Something...

Josh's Something Old: Jonah: A VeggieTales Movie Skye's Something Old: Jurassic Park Something New:  Jesus Revolution Josh's Proposal: God can use flawed movies. Skye's Proposal: Jesus Revolution is a nostalgic love letter to evangelical baby boomers that is meant to soothe their guilt over what's happen to the megachurch movement they created. Something Borrowed:  The Alternative Jesus: Psychedel...

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