Movie Maidens

This week the Maidens talk about favourite female protagonists (or lack thereof). As women, they discuss how there is an unfortunately small number of female led films and what can be done to change that in the industry. Warning: there will be some foul language this episode, as they needed more words to express their frustration with the enormous number of male-centred films.  Get in touch with t...

Description: Before money and fame, friendship is the greatest treasure. This week, the Maidens discuss the Canadian comedy duo Matt Johnson and Jay “Bird” McCarrol as the fictionalized versions of themselves in Nirvanna The Band the Show the Movie (2025): the feature film adaptation of their previous web series and television show. As they go over what makes them so hilarious, the Maidens bring u...

This week, the Maidens talk movies about music; more specifically, fake band movies, parodies, and album films. We fall down the rabbit hole that is the film Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band, talk briefly about Almost Famous, Amadeus, and Spinal Tap, and Maiden Margaux goes on a tangent about The Who… while forgetting to talk about their concept album films entirely. The Maidens also take a d...

Send Help!!! Because in this episode, the Maidens talk about beloved director Sam Raimi. They discuss his newest release, Send Help, the Evil Dead series, and Spider-Man in general. They discuss cool auteur facts, Raimi’s relationship with Bruce Campbell, and his humble beginnings. Be careful, though, unlike the PG-13 ratings for all of Raimi’s Spider-Man films, the Maidens use more than one F-bom...

In this experimental episode, the Maidens go through the entire alphabet and try to name a movie that begins with each letter. From there, each Maiden picks their favourite film of the three and briefly discusses why they picked that one. We encourage you to play along and email us your picks at moviemaidenspod@gmail.com ! Be warned, despite this being an episode in which elementary school knowled...

Is that love in the air? Even better, it’s a new episode of the Movie Maidens! In this Valentine’s Day themed episode, the Maidens discuss the holiday: over or underrated? Additionally, they go over some romantic comedies, both good and bad. Be warned, much like a long-awaited honeymoon, this episode is explicit! Get in touch with the maidens at Moviemaidenspod@gmail.com!

Roughly one year since his passing, the Maidens discuss legendary filmmaker David Lynch with their guest and Lynch fanatic, Roan. They talk about favourite Twin Peaks characters, underrated musical moments, most memorable Lynch screenings, and what everyday things seem Lynchian.  Beware, just like if you’re talking to Frank Booth, the Maidens use profanity this episode. Get in touch with the maide...

This week, the Maidens discuss Iron Lung and the films of the Coen Brothers (Joel and Ethan) in collaboration with Princess Cinemas, which is playing Iron Lung, Fargo, Blood Simple, & No Country for Old Men in the days/weeks to come. Each Maiden discusses their early days as Markiplier fans (or Markiplites, if ykyk) and their excitement for the content of the film. The film catalogue of the Co...

After coming back to Laurier for their second semester this year, the Maidens reflect on the accuracy of the college/university experience, with the Pitch Perfect films and Community serving as primary references. Much like college & university students do, this episode also includes side tangents about why so many actors playing young people look old, and the plot of Riverdale. Remember, this...

! In this episode, the final one before the Break, the Maidens induct the first correspondence member of their court as their fellow VFS veteran Dustin Zooms in all the way from Seattle. The Maidens dive into some of the work of the immortal Brian DePalma through the Phantom of the Paradise. Along the way expect some TIMELY Quentin Tarantino hate #weakestdirectorinDGA, a discussion of what exactly...

What’s up pod!? This week the maidens welcome a new member to their court, Haley Richards! Together the four of them discuss screwball comedy, specifically the hit 1972 film, What’s up, Doc? They touch on Ryan O’Neal’s controversial life decisions, Misha Collins’ controversial queer baiting, and ideas for lucrative businesses! Beware, unlike traditional screwballs, this episode contains foul langu...

Maiden, maiden on the wall, who is the most manipulative of them all? This episode, the maidens discuss “male manipulator” characters in movies (and TV), distinguishing the difference between manipulators and just bad guys. Some movies mentioned include High Fidelity, (500) Days of Summer, and Scott Pilgrim vs. the World. Be warned! Like the dark recesses of a manipulator’s mind, there is some sha...

Hail and well met! This week the Maidens convene around their round table to discuss Excalibur (1981) alongside a few other films dealing with medieval times and/or the Arthurian legend. Crazy witches, suplex wrestling moves, and which role each Maiden would play in a medieval kingdom (in the style of the incredible The Sims Medieval) are amongst the wide array of topics discussed. Be warned, witc...

After a weekend of partying hard, the Maidens hunker down and discuss their favourite parties in film and television. From death loops set to Paramore to using a chainsaw to puncture a keg — these parties get pretty wild! Much like at a real party, this episode contains explicit language.  Get in touch with the maidens at Moviemaidenspod@gmail.com!

The final Halloween hangover episode is about Twilight! The Maidens discuss the first 2 movies, and briefly mention the 3rd. They discuss everything from Team Edward or Team Jacob, to the blue aesthetic of the first film, and the iconic baseball scene. This is part 1, as the finale to the franchise will be discussed in a later episode! Be warned: there’s more swearing in this episode than there ar...

The penultimate Hangover Halloween episode, where the Maidens discuss horror B-movies! From the beloved Evil Dead series to the Hammer horror films, they explore the definition of B-movies, how they have changed over the years, and also discuss what the modern equivalent is. Be warned: just like the topic at hand, this episode is crass, shlocky, vulgar, and every other word that means fun! Get in...

Our Halloween Hangover series continues — this time with more screeching violins and screams than ever! This week the Maidens discuss SLASHER FILMS with a special guest… our own royal court member (and slasher fanatic) Parker! Sharpen your knives, put on your masks, and stalk on over as we discuss various slashers throughout the ages. Be advised and don’t tell your mother (looking at you, Norman B...

The Maidens return for the beginning of Halloween Hangover, where they attempt to stuff as much spooky stuff into the remainder of the month as humanly possible. This week they tiptoe around the subjects of future episodes while talking about their favourite scary movies before diving in deep on one particular subgenre: the creature feature. Parents guide: this episode includes such graphic conten...

SURPRISE!!! This week, the maidens talk Zoolander, and once again, somehow, talk even more about the Wilson brothers. We’ll talk about them less next episode, we promise! We alsodiscuss other timeless classics, such as Paul (2011) and Night at the Museum (2006). Be aware, much like in the world of male modelling, this program does contain explicit language Email: Moviemaidenspod@gmail.com

What EXCELLENT boiled potatoes! Meet the Maidens as they talk about Pride and Prejudice. Discussing not only both the 1995 BBC miniseries and the 2005 film but also the upcoming Netflix adaptation, they attack some timeless questions such as which Darcy is better?  Was Mr. Collins the right choice for Charlotte? and more. Warning, there’s some skirt-fluttering explicit language in this program