Betches Video Club

This week we’re diving into “Forbidden Fruits” and instead of guessing what the film is trying to say, we went straight to the source. We sat down with co-writer Lily Houghton to talk through the story, what inspired it, and the themes that might not be as obvious on the surface. From how the script evolved to the parts of the film people might interpret differently, this is a deeper look at what’...

This week we’re revisiting the movie that is spiritually, fundamentally Betches: ‘Clueless’. Cher Horowitz is the blueprint for every main character who came after her, the fashion is still elite, and the matchmaking confidence? Aspirational. But we also spend a lot of time unpacking the part of this movie that still sparks real debate: the Cher and Josh romance. Is the ex-stepbrother thing overbl...

This week we’re diving into Emerald Fennell’s ‘Wuthering Heights’ and asking the question we kept circling back to: are we supposed to see this as romance… or as pure emotional devastation? We unpack the casting discourse, why the internet had immediate opinions, and how Fennell’s gothic, stylized approach reframes Heathcliff and Cathy’s obsession. Is Heathcliff a tragic romantic hero, or are we c...

Meaghan Oppenheimer joins us to break down everything happening behind the chaos of ‘Tell Me Lies’. From why the characters keep Stephen around to the humiliation and narcissistic abuse themes at the heart of the show, we dig into the choices that spark the strongest reactions online. Meaghan sets the record straight on Lucy villain discourse, fan theories that went way too far, and why the female...

‘Pride & Prejudice’ (2005) understands romance in a way most movies simply don’t, and we’re breaking down exactly why. The Screen Queens dive into the quiet tension, emotional restraint, and subtle moments that make this adaptation feel so intimate, modern, and deeply satisfying. From Darcy’s emotional evolution to the glances, blocking, score, and iconic hand flex, we unpack how the film builds l...

This movie is nothing without Betty White, and that’s just the beginning of our 'The Proposal’ discourse. The Screen Queens are unpacking the fake-dating setup, the loathe-to-love arc, and why Sandra Bullock’s character is treated like a monster for being organized, ambitious, and good at her job. From cultural choices that deserve serious side-eye to rom-com mechanics that still completely work,...

‘Little Women’ destroyed us, and we wouldn’t have it any other way. The Screen Queens are diving into Greta Gerwig’s 2019 adaptation to talk unforgettable performances, iconic casting, and the moments that still make us cry on command. From Florence Pugh’s unforgettable Amy to Saoirse Ronan’s deeply relatable Jo and Timothée Chalamet’s endlessly charming Laurie, we’re unpacking why this version of...

'The Princess Diaries' convinced an entire generation we might secretly be royalty, and honestly, we never recovered. The Screen Queens are revisiting the iconic Disney classic to break down Anne Hathaway’s star-making debut, Julie Andrews’ elite queen energy, and why Genovia felt dangerously real. We’re unpacking the makeover scene that rewired our brains, the best friend behavior that deserves j...

'High School Musical' is turning 20, so obviously the Screen Queens had to rewatch it and ask the real question: was this a cultural phenomenon or just Disney propaganda? From Zac Efron discourse and Sharpay Evans supremacy to the theater-kid politics that absolutely did not make sense, we are unpacking everything this movie got right, wrong, and wildly dramatic. We are spilling insider fun facts,...

The Screen Queens are back and officially on our own YouTube channel! We’re kicking off 2026 off by unpacking Netflix’s new flick, ‘People We Meet on Vacation’. After surviving Oscar season, this rom-com was exactly what we needed—but is it actually great, or just great for our mental health? This film has us all wondering if opposites really attract and revisiting the time-old question, can men a...

This week on Betches Video Club, the Screen Queens are rewatching Nancy Meyers’ 2006 holiday rom-com ‘The Holiday’—and asking the only question that matters: Is this movie actually perfect, or are we just emotionally undone by Jude Law in glasses? From the always picturesque Nancy Meyers’ home swap to Jude Law quietly inventing modern “hot dad” culture, the crew breaks down everything that makes ‘...

On this week’s episode of Betches Video Club, our Screen Queens dive into the holiday classic The Family Stone. The ensemble is iconic, but the real fight begins when we try to figure out who the actual lead is: Diane Keaton? Rachel McAdams? The egg strata? Meanwhile, as Sarah Jessica Parker gets thrown into a gauntlet of in-law chaos, and we’re left to wonder… is Meredith even likable, or is that...

The Screen Queens are skipping down the Yellow Brick Road and wondering — was 'Wicked: For Good'… actually bad? Jack is going full Elphaba and serving some serious critique on why some relationships feel super off, the plot beats make zero sense, and all the music fails. Bryan and Jack take a deep dive into the CGI – was it secretly brilliant or quietly unhinged? Plus, they obsess over the trifect...

In this festive episode of Betches Video Club, the Scream Queens sit down to unwrap one of the most iconic holiday movies of all time, ‘Love Actually.’ From Hugh Grant’s dance routine to Emma Thompson’s devastating Joni Mitchell moment, the crew breaks down every questionable power dynamic and messy detail that doesn’t stop anyone from rewatching every 👏single 👏year. Even though the Screen Queen...

Stick around for exclusive interview with Paul Mescal & Jessie Buckley! On this week’s episode of Betches Video Club, Maddie kicks things off with a little interpersonal travel drama  (what’s a vacation without some turbulence, right?) before the Screen Queens dive into the Julia Roberts classic ‘Eat Pray Love’. Between bites of hot pasta and even hotter men, the hosts break down the eternal debat...

“Yes, Chef!” This week, the Screen Queens serve up ‘The Menu’—the ultimate “psycho thriller” satire blending food, ego, and cultish fine dining. The crew shares their own restaurant trauma while debating whether fine dining is high art or just overpriced torture. Bryan stuns everyone with his jaw-dropping answer to how much he’d pay for the “perfect meal,” and the crew explains why everyone should...

The Screen Queens kick things off by revealing their dream last meals before diving fork-first into Julie & Julia - the ultimate foodie film from former Betchie winner Nora Ephron. It’s a culinary fever dream about a woman obsessed with mastering the art of cooking “Frenchly” while following in Julia Child’s footsteps, leaving Bryan personally victimized by every single thing Julie does. Jack drop...

This month the Screen Queens are serving up foodie films, starting with the Disney Pixar comfort classic, ‘Ratatouille.’ The hosts rank how ‘Ratatouille’ stacks up against other Disney Pixar classics, then they discuss if French food is really the best cuisine in the world (hint: butter might be overrated). The Screen Queens dive into the artistry that Pixar puts into every. single. one. of their...

This week the Screen Queens coven dissect the cult classic ‘Practical Magic.’ The hosts unpack everything from the insane details in the Owens house to the reason it was a box office flop. Lexi aka Antonia Owens, gives the Screen Queens an insider look on what it was like to be on the ‘Practical Magic’ set. From impromptu celeb visits to Nicole Kidman giving her a Barbie horse stable at the wrap p...

This week the Screen Queens dive broom-first into the Disney Channel Original Movie ‘Halloweentown,’ aka the movie that made every millennial hope they also had secret powers. The hosts unpack everything from Debbie Reynolds’ iconic performance as Grandma Aggie to the chaotic world of Halloweentown (why was there a ghost in a sauna?). The movie’s comically low budget, campy dialogue, and practical...

It’s time to light the Black Flame Candle because Betches Video Club is summoning ‘Hocus Pocus,’ the Halloween classic that went from box office flop to full-blown cultural phenomenon! They’re digging into why the Sanderson sisters are the ultimate gay icons, whether Bette Midler’s chaotic camp energy single-handedly carried a franchise, and why those cursed-looking teeth prosthetics are a main pa...

The Screen Queens are lit-erally screaming as they kick off spooky season with the ultimate horror-comedy cult classic: Scary Movie. In this episode, they’re breaking down the cultural role of parody, debating how far is too far, and why the “gay villain” trope needs to finally retire. Jack admits he has no clue who one of the film’s biggest stars is (and that he has basically no pop culture knowl...

Grab your Central Perk coffee and get ready for the ultimate nostalgia deep-dive into Friends—the sitcom comfort food of the ’90s and 2000s. This week, we’re revisiting four of the series’ most beloved episodes and debating which one deserves the crown: “The One with All the Embryos” (Phoebe’s surrogacy storyline + the chaotic roommate trivia game) “The One Where Everybody Finds Out” (the hilariou...

Grab your coffee and your comfiest sweater because this week, Betches Video Club is headed straight to Stars Hollow. Whether you’re a lifelong ‘Gilmore Girls’ fan or discovered it on a late-night Netflix binge, this episode delivers peak nostalgia as the Screen Queens battle it out over the show’s four best episodes: Season 1 Episode 1: ‘The Pilot’ Season 5 Episode 7: ‘You Jump, I Jump, Jack’ Seas...

In this week’s episode, the Screen Queens revisit the working woman movies that shaped pop culture. The three contenders for the top spot are ‘Working Girl,’ ‘The Devil Wears Prada,’ and ‘Erin Brockovich.’ From Tess McGill’s shoulder pads to Erin Brockovich’s iconic ‘I said who’s number do you need?’ moment, each movie shows badass women navigating challenging workplaces. Join us as we relive the...