Black and White Movie Night

ep. 46 : Brendan bitterly remembers the geographical lies from his family and other acquaintances. Brittany slaughters more actors' names and comes to the realization that old ships required a strong wind. They briefly discuss proper massage etiquette. The first film in July's theme of Greek Mythology is Iphigenia (1977). You can e-mail us at  hello@blackandwhitemovienight.com . -Music: Brendan an...

ep. 45 : Brittany is convinced she's never had a chest cold. Brendan doesn't appreciate the mention of H.G. Wells' "The Time Machine." They're both really thankful for technological inventions. The last movie for June's theme of Originals vs. Remakes is Ransom! from 1956 and Ransom from 1996.   You can e-mail us at  hello@blackandwhitemovienight.com . -Music: Brendan and Brittany -Credits for the...

ep. 44: Arizona is not considered part of The Great Plains, but either way, Brendan has no faith in Brittany's ability to survive life on the frontier. They both ponder if they're at the halfway point of their lives. And which phrase better encapsulates horses running at a fast speed: horses galloping, hoofbeats, or horse clops? The penultimate episode for June's theme of Original vs. Remake, is 3...

ep. 43 : Brittany thinks the Jessica Lange version is too sexual and Brendan thinks it's very much a '70s movie. Brittany hated the special effects in the Naomi Watts version and Brendan thinks Naomi has one of the best screams in the business. They both agree Kong feels much bigger than 25 feet but can't agree on how to pronounce "bipedal." In place of June's theme of "Orginal vs. Remake" is "Rem...

ep. 42 : Brittany doesn't know her port from her starboard. Brendan remembers Leslie Nielsen's dramatic performance in Airport instead of Airplane!. Brendan reminds Brittany she's been on the same show as Kevin Dillon. And if you had to guess, what nationality does the name Rogo indicate? The next set of films in June's  Originals vs. Remakes theme is The Poseidon Adventure (1972) and Poseidon (20...

ep. 41 : Brittany gets chills every time she hears "The Man Who Got Away." Brendan was completely taken out of the story by the restoration method. They both find James Mason to be a charming drunk and they both have no desire to see one of the remakes ever again. The theme for June is "Originals vs. Remakes" but this first episode is more "Remake vs. Remake." The first comparison is between A Sta...

ep. 40 : Brendan would keep his child's secret. Brittany wouldn't because she'd be scared she was next. They both appreciate a good drunk performance. And who do you know: a black Lee-roy, a white Luh-roy, or a stuffy Fauntleroy? You can e-mail us at hello@blackandwhitemovienight.com . -Music: Brendan and Brittany -Credits for the movie being reviewed: Writer(s): John Lee Mahin, Maxwell Anderson, ...

ep. 39: Brittany debuts her "new" catchphrase. Brendan shares his rules to a leveled-up hide-and-seek game. They both ponder if they prefer Macaulay as a precocious psychopath or a precocious mastermind. The next film we review for May's theme, "Bad Kids," is The Good Son (1993).   You can e-mail us at  hello@blackandwhitemovienight.com . -Music: Brendan and Brittany -Credits for the movie being r...

ep. 38: Brittany shudders to think younger moviegoers have forgotten about classic movie stars. Brendan confuses the plot of My Fair Lady (1964) with Breakfast at Tiffany's (1961). They both ponder why Wyler decided to make this film a second time. The next film in May's theme of "Bad Kids" is The Children's Hour (1961). You can e-mail us at  hello@blackandwhitemovienight.com . -Music: Brendan and...

ep. 37 :  Brendan realizes a predominantly black animated movie is a rarity. Brittany doesn't like the music. And did you know baby eagles are called iggles?   You can e-mail us at  hello@blackandwhitemovienight.com . -Music: Brendan and Brittany -Credits for the movie being reviewed: Writer(s): Reginald Hudlin, Robin Harris Director(s): Bruce W. Smith   Chapters: (00:00) Babysitting (05:28) Film,...

ep. 36 : Brittany feels cheated by not witnessing a landing. A racist joke takes Brendan out of the movie. Both are pleased about how well the film holds up. Our last film for April's theme of "Out of This World (a.k.a. Space Movies)" is The Right Stuff (1983). You can e-mail us at  hello@blackandwhitemovienight.com . -Music: Brendan and Brittany -Credits for the movie being reviewed: Writer(s): P...

ep. 35 : Brittany is entertained but feels the supporting actors didn't have enough meat. Brendan appreciates the simplicity of the story. Project Hail Mary comparisons abound. Our next to last film for Out of This World a.k.a. Space Movies is The Martian (2015). You can e-mail us at hello@blackandwhitemovienight.com . -Music: Brendan and Brittany -Credits for the movie being reviewed: Writer(s):...

ep. 34: If Brittany sounds confused it's because she is. Brendan enjoys being forced to wonder. They ponder what makes a human a human. Our next film for Out of This World (Space Movies) is Solaris (1972).   You can e-mail us at  hello@blackandwhitemovienight.com . -Music: Brendan and Brittany -Credits for the movie being reviewed: Writer(s): Stanislaw Lem, Fridrikh Gorenshteyn, Andrei Tarkovsky D...

ep. 33: Brittany inexplicably forgets the difference between nouns and adjectives. Brendan tries his best to not compare the film to the book. Both of them were reminded of Interstellar (2014) but only one of them would be honored to die in space for their fellow countrymen—make that "worldmen." The first film in April's theme "Out of This World" is Project Hail Mary (2026). P.S.: Michael Crichton...

ep. 32 : Brittany thinks the sitcom-esque comedy ruins the tone but she also can't count in this episode so...who is she to judge? Brendan wonders if a white director and white screenwriter takes away from the movie. They rank the 1986 Best Picture nominees from most deserving to least deserving. The last film for this month's theme of  Oscars-1986 is The Color Purple (1985).    You can e-mail us...

ep. 31 : Brittany built this movie up in her mind. Brendan would rather watch Roar. They ask more questions than they answer. The next nominee for the 1986 Oscars is Out of Africa (1985). You can e-mail us at hello@blackandwhitemovienight.com . Website coming soon! -Music: Brendan and Brittany -Credits for the movie being reviewed: Writer(s): Karen Blixen, Judith Thurman, Errol Trzebinski, Kurt Lu...

ep. 30: Brittany thought this had potential. Brendan thought Raul Julia's performance was great. But they are both quite flabberglasted about this movie. It's Kiss of the Spider Woman (1985) to continue this month's theme of Oscars 1986 . You can e-mail us at  hello@blackandwhitemovienight.com . -Music: Brendan and Brittany -Credits for the movie being reviewed: Writer(s): Manuel Puig, Leonard Sch...

ep. 29: Black and White and Gold—2026 Oscars  |  chapter 5 : Welcome to Black and White and Gold, our Oscars mini series where we discuss the films nominated for this year's Oscars. In the first film, Brittany continues her lifelong struggle with visual metaphors and concepts. Brendan's impressed how much is accompished visually with limited scenery. They both wonder how desert ravers actually ope...

ep. 28: Black and White and Gold—2026 Oscars | chapter 4 : Welcome to Black and White and Gold, our Oscars mini series where we discuss the films nominated for this year's Oscars. Buckle up for a car sickening ride and fireworks. Brittany seems to prefer the name Charlotte to Charlene and Brendan points out every detail you may have missed. And how do you feel about "eureka" as a substitute to Bri...

ep. 27: Black and White and Gold-2026 Oscars | chapter 3 : Welcome to Black and White and Gold, our Oscars mini series where we discuss the films nominated for this year's Oscars. Both Brendan and Brittany were visually interested but mentally lost while watching the Japanese film Kokuho (which is nominated for Makeup and Hairstyling). Then they are very surprised by the tipping situation in the I...

ep. 26: If your name is Patti, Broadway is the place to be. Brittany wonders if she's the only one to never experience the perfect moment to kiss. Brendan is glad he finally gets to see the inspiration for a few Kingpin scenes. Our next film for March's theme of  Oscars-1986 is Witness (1985) . P.S. It was definitely Mrs. Lupone. See shownotes for a couple of clips. You can e-mail us at  hello@bla...

ep. 25:  Black and White and Gold-2026 Oscars | chapter 2: This is Black and White and Gold, our Oscars mini series where we discuss the films nominated for this year's Oscars. This episode was recorded back in December 2025 immediately after watching the film and before our series' existence and regular format; it's missing our usual segments but it's still a decent discussion, especially if you...

ep. 24: Black and White and Gold-2026 Oscars | chapter 1: Welcome to Black and White and Gold, our Oscars mini series where we discuss the films nominated for this year's Oscars. Brendan finds it fascinating that Shakespeare is "hunky." Brittany's concerned about Will's cut that never heals. When someone tells you to "touch grass," are they usually saying it with an attitude? The first film we're...

ep. 23: Brendan's surprised a comedy was nominated for Best Picture. Brittany kept waiting for it to get good. They both are amazed by the number of nominations it received. Our first film for March's theme of  Oscars-1986 is Prizzi's Honor (1985) .  P.S. Our bad, it was Kathleen Turner who voiced Jessica Rabbit and it was Spencer Tracy who starred in Libeled Lady, not Clark Gable. If for some rea...

ep. 22: Brittany can't get over the lack of handwashing. Brendan's an expert on ad men and he isn't convinced that Ted fits in. Brendan gives a lesson about how men pee. And Brittany wants you to know she meant no disrespect to secretaries. The final movie for our February theme of Unhappily Ever After is Kramer vs. Kramer (1979). You can e-mail us at  hello@blackandwhitemovienight.com . Website c...