In Hindsight

In this week’s episode, we dissect one of the strangest DCOMs - The Thirteenth Year, which aired May 15, 1999. This film was directed by Duwayne Durham, written by Jenny Arata, Robert L. Baird, and Kelly Senecal, and starred Chez Starbuck, Courtnee Draper, and Dave Coulier. Join us as we discuss sousaphones, capitalism, creepy dads, nerd representation, staying hydrated, predeterminism, and more!...

In this week’s episode, we continue our lunarious dissection of Zenon, Girl of the 21st Century, a DCOM that aired January 23, 1999. This film was directed by Kenneth Johnson, written by Stu Krieger, and starred Kirsten Storms and Raven-Symoné. Join us as we discuss insurance fraud, Y2K, Black sidekicks, contempt for teenage girls, inky situations, and more! Notable Mentions + References in This E...

It’s time for drama major! In this week’s episode, we dissect Zenon, Girl of the 21st Century, a DCOM that aired January 23, 1999. This film was directed by Kenneth Johnson, written by Stu Krieger, and starred Kirsten Storms and Raven-Symoné. Join us as we discuss climate change, Earth as punishment, questionable parenting, stress helmets, and more! Notable Mentions + References in This Episode: L...

It’s time to close out spooky season with a classic and a special guest! In this week’s episode, we dissect the scariest DCOM - Don’t Look Under the Bed, which aired October 9, 1999. This film (which was eventually taken off the air) was directed by Kenneth Johnson, written by Mark Edward Edens, and starred Erin Chambers and Eric “Ty” Hodges II. Join us as we discuss gelatin-induced anger, imagina...

In this week’s episode, we continue our dissection of one of our favorites, Halloweentown, a DCOM that aired October 17, 1998. This film was directed by Duwayne Dunham, written by Paul Bernbaum, and starred Debbie Reynolds, Judith Hoag, Kimberly J. Brown, Joey Zimmerman, and Emily Roeske, with music composed by Mark Mothersbaugh. Join us as we discuss underrated characters, sick burns, “local boys...

It’s that time of year! In this week’s episode, we dissect one of our favorites, Halloweentown, a DCOM that aired October 17, 1998. This film was directed by Duwayne Dunham, written by Paul Bernbaum, and starred Debbie Reynolds, Judith Hoag, Kimberly J. Brown, Joey Zimmerman, and Emily Roeske, with music composed by Mark Mothersbaugh. Join us as we discuss heavy-handed characterization, parentific...

In this week’s episode, we continue our dissection of Brink!, the third DCOM that aired August 29, 1998. This film was directed by Greg Beeman, written by Jeff Schechter, and starred Erik Von Detten, Sam Horrigan, and Christina Vidal. Join us as we discuss the cult of soul skating, attempted murder, the incompetent father trope,the 540,  the “evils” of “corporate sponsorship”, and more! Notab...

In this week’s episode, we learn the true meaning of soul skating as we dissect Brink!, the third DCOM that aired August 29, 1998. This film was directed by Greg Beeman, written by Jeff Schechter, and starred Erik Von Detten, Sam Horrigan, and Christina Vidal. Join us as we discuss cultural appropriation, tired jokes about gender expression, villains with luxurious hair,  troubling sub-plots,...

In this week’s episode, we continue our dissection of the iconic Black Disney Classic - A Goofy Movie. This film was directed by Kevin Lima and features the voices of Bill Farmer, Aaron Lohr, Jason Marsden, Jim Cummings, Kellie Martin, Pauly Shore, Jenna von Oÿ, and Wallace Shawn. Join us as we discuss more iconic songs, questionable lyrics, father-son relationships, messing with family heirlooms,...

We couldn't help ourselves! In this week’s episode, we dissect and discuss the iconic Black Disney Classic - A Goofy Movie. This film was directed by Kevin Lima and features the voices of Bill Farmer, Jason Marsden, Jim Cummings, Kellie Martin, Pauly Shore, Jenna von Oÿ, and Wallace Shawn. Join us as we discuss the fear of turning into your parents, characters’ salaries, parent-child relationships...

In this week's episode, we dissect You Lucky Dog, which was released on June 27, 1998. This film was directed by Paul Schneider and starred Kirk Cameron and James Avery. Join us as we discuss one character carrying the entire movie, dog therapy, our struggle to finish watching, and more! Notable Mentions + References in This Episode: James Avery // Uncle Phil Home Alone The Aristocats Liar, Liar S...

In this week's episode, we dissect the first official DCOM, Under Wraps, which aired on October 25, 1997. This film was directed by Greg Beeman and starred Bill Fagerbakke, Adam Wylie, Mario Yedidia, and Clara Bryant. Join us as we discuss tax fraud, the black market for mummies, awesome Black extras, cringey dialogue for female characters, and more! Notable Mentions + References in This Episode:...

In this week's episode, we dissect Susie Q, a Disney Channel Premiere Film that aired on October 3, 1996. This film was directed by John Blizek, written by Shuki Levy and Douglas Sloan, and starred Amy Jo Johnson, Justin Whalin, and Shelley Long. Join us as we discuss real estate development, displacement, communicating with ghosts, the importance of listening to our elders, and more!  [Pleas...

Have you ever revisited a movie from your childhood and wondered, "Is this actually good, or is it just the nostalgia?" We have too! Every Friday, we rewatch, review, and dissect our favorite childhood movies and TV shows to see how they hold up decades later (because sometimes, things aren't quite the way you remember them).   In our inaugural episode, we dissect Wish Upon A Star, a Dis...