Movies & Us

Jen and Sarah review ‘Toy Story 2’ and discuss the emotionally resonant screenplay, the lovable characters, and the well-timed humor in this very human story. Shownotes: Spoilers (~1:50) Remember to leave a rating and review of this episode. Connect with Movies & Us on Instagram , Threads , and Bluesky @moviesanduspod or by email at moviesanduspod@gmail.com. Check out andusmedia.co for the lat...

Jen and Sarah dive into the ‘You talkin’ to me’ scene in ‘Taxi Driver.’ They discuss Robert De Niro’s iconic performance, the intentional cinematography, and how the soundscape reinforces some of the film’s larger themes. Click here to watch this scene. Remember to leave a rating and review of this episode. Connect with Movies & Us on Instagram , Threads , and Bluesky @moviesanduspod or by ema...

Jen and Sarah are joined by Evan of The Evan Edition and Zach Goulbourne to review ‘Toy Story 5.’ They discuss the emotional themes that still resonate and the nuanced portrayal of relevant topics. They also reflect on the series as a whole and the importance of these types of stories for children and adults alike. Shownotes: Spoilers (~15:04) For more from Evan, follow The Evan Edition on YouTube...

Jen and Sarah review ‘Toy Story’ and discuss the relevant themes, the relatable characters, and the witty dialogue in this childhood favorite that still holds up decades after its release. Shownotes: Spoilers (~12:20) Remember to leave a rating and review of this episode. Connect with Movies & Us on Instagram , Threads , and Bluesky @moviesanduspod or by email at moviesanduspod@gmail.com. Chec...

Jen and Sarah are joined by Randy and Kris from Media/Lit to review ‘Disclosure Day.’ They discuss the powerful themes, the underwritten script, and some alien connections in Spielberg’s latest film. Shownotes: Spoilers (~11:48) Listen to Media/Lit wherever you get your podcasts and watch on YouTube . Connect with Media/Lit on Instagram @media.lit.pod, on Twitter @medialitpod, and on Bluesky @medi...

Jen and Sarah review the short film ‘Perfectly a Strangeness’ and discuss this unique take on a documentary, the awe-inspiring visuals, and the beauty of embracing your imagination. Remember to leave a rating and review of this episode. Connect with Movies & Us on Instagram , Threads , and Bluesky @moviesanduspod or by email at moviesanduspod@gmail.com. Check out andusmedia.co for the latest o...

Jen and Sarah review the short film ‘Nai Nai & Wài Pó’ and discuss the emotional moments, the effective editing, and the importance of telling personal stories. Remember to leave a rating and review of this episode. Connect with Movies & Us on Instagram , Threads , and Bluesky @moviesanduspod or by email at moviesanduspod@gmail.com. Check out andusmedia.co for the latest on Movies & Us...

Jen and Sarah are joined by Nikko of Nikko Knows Film to review ‘Sorry, Baby.’ They discuss the emotionally impactful moments, the blending of humor and grief, and the spectrum of experiences showcased in Eva Victor’s powerful directorial debut. Shownotes: Spoilers (~14:36) Subscribe to Nikko’s YouTube channel @nikkocaruso and follow him on Twitter , Instagram , and Letterboxd @nikkocaruso, and Ti...

Jen and Sarah dive into the coin toss scene in ‘No Country for Old Men.’ They discuss Javier Bardem’s Oscar-winning performance, the impactful cinematography, and the use of silence in this iconic scene. Click here to watch this scene. Remember to leave a rating and review of this episode. Connect with Movies & Us on Instagram , Threads , and Bluesky @moviesanduspod or by email at moviesandusp...

Jen and Sarah are joined by Morgan of The Hall of Film to review ‘The Man Who Knew Too Much’ for its 70th anniversary. They discuss the beautiful filmmaking, striking visuals, and the strong female protagonist in this still-entertaining film. Shownotes: Spoilers (~11:38) For more from Morgan, follow Hall of Film on YouTube and connect with him on Twitter and Instagram @lonewolfmojo. Remember to le...

Jen and Sarah are joined by Eric of E Squared Reviews to review ‘I Love Boosters.’ They discuss the powerful and relevant themes, the stunning costume design, and the fantastic writing in this latest Boots Riley film. Shownotes: Spoilers (~11:53) Follow Eric on Instagram and Threads @esquared_reviews for written and video reviews. Remember to leave a rating and review of this episode. Connect with...

Jen, Sarah, and some film friends take a closer look at ‘In the Mood for Love’ by sharing the most heart-wrenching yearn. Enjoy taking a deeper look at some of this film’s iconic scenes! Shownotes: Heather from The Revisionist’s Almanac (~5:24) Eric from E Squared Reviews (~10:06) Amanda from Oscar Upsets (~12:22) Connect with Heather on Instagram , Bluesky , and Letterboxd at @heatherjstewart. Fo...

Jen and Sarah are joined by Taryn Flaherty of Cinema’s Charm to review ‘In the Mood for Love.’ They discuss the beautiful visuals, the immersive cinematography, and the layered characters in this yearning-filled film. Shownotes: Spoilers (~6:57) Connect with Taryn on TikTok , Instagram , and Letterboxd @cinemascharm for more discussions about all things movies! Remember to leave a rating and revie...

Jen and Sarah review ‘The Seventh Seal’ and discuss the timeless characters and themes, the balance of humor that still works decades later, and the experience of watching a classic film in an historic theater.   Shownotes: Spoilers (~16:02)   Remember to leave a rating and review of this episode. Connect with Movies & Us on Instagram , Threads , and Bluesky @moviesanduspod or by email at movi...

Jen and Sarah are joined by director Kevin Show to discuss his new documentary ‘One Golden Summer.’ Kevin shares about his filmmaking origin story, his heart for bringing this film to life, and a behind-the-scenes look at the documentary process. Connect with Kevin on Instagram @kevinshaw23 and learn more about his films on his website kevinshaw.com . You can watch One Golden Summer on HBO Max or...

Jen and Sarah share their thoughts on the documentary ‘One Golden Summer’ in this spoiler-free review. They discuss the fantastic pacing, powerful storytelling, and the important themes in this documentary film that’s about so much more. You can watch One Golden Summer on HBO Max or on the Oprah Winfrey Network ! Remember to leave a rating and review of this episode. Connect with Movies & Us o...

Jen and Sarah are joined by Saleah Blancaflor to review ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2.’ They discuss the phenomenal cast that brings the iconic characters to life, the important and timely truths in this story, and the way this sequel effectively capitalizes on nostalgia. Shownotes: Spoilers (~10:55) Connect with Saleah on Instagram @saleah_whiteflower, or on Letterboxd , Twitter , and Bluesky @saleyle...

Jen and Sarah dive into the overcooking the steak scene in ‘Raging Bull.’ They discuss the performances, the deeper themes, and the pacing of the scene that helps to create and sustain tension. Click here to watch this scene. Check out our merch on Bonfire , including our Scorsese Scores design! Remember to leave a rating and review of this episode. Connect with Movies & Us on Instagram , Thre...

Jen and Sarah are joined by Dave Hughes of Movie Archer to review ‘Mother Mary.’ They discuss David Lowery’s creative vision, the beautiful visuals and powerful music, and the unique structure of this film. Shownotes: Spoilers (~14:08) For more from Dave, follow him on Instagram @hughesthehorrorguy and check out his reviews on moviearcher.com . You can also catch his recent episodes on The Revisio...

Jen, Sarah, and some film friends take a closer look at ‘The Devil Wears Prada’ by sharing their favorite toxic moment. Enjoy taking a deeper look at some of this film’s most iconic scenes! Shownotes: Nikko from Nikko Knows Film (~8:01) Caitlin from Watched It! Podcast (~11:11) Andrew from The Revisionist’s Almanac (~14:50)   Subscribe to Nikko’s YouTube channel @nikkocaruso and follow him on Twit...

Jen and Sarah are joined by Klarissa Beckstead of I’ve Seen that One to review ‘The Devil Wears Prada.’ They discuss the iconic characters, the real-life dynamics this film depicts, how the story holds up, and what they’re looking for in the upcoming sequel. Shownotes: Spoilers (~10:01) For more from Klarissa, listen to I’ve Seen that One and check out her amazing book ! Follow her on Instagram an...

Jen and Sarah review ‘Arrival’ and discuss the powerful visuals, the interesting characters, and the power of empathy in this still relevant film. Shownotes: Spoilers (~12:50) Remember to leave a rating and review of this episode. Connect with Movies & Us on Instagram , Threads , and Bluesky @moviesanduspod or by email at moviesanduspod@gmail.com. Check out andusmedia.co for the latest on Movi...

Jen and Sarah are joined by Evan Bernstein of The Evan Edition to review ‘Project Hail Mary.’ They discuss the themes in this story, the stand-out moments and performances, and how this compares to other films in the genre. Shownotes: Spoilers (~10:53) For more from Evan, follow The Evan Edition on YouTube , Spotify , and Apple Podcasts . Follow @theevanedition on Instagram and @the.evan.edition o...

Jen and Sarah are joined by Alexis Gentry of Trashwire to review ‘The Drama.’ They discuss the powerful and relevant themes explored, the impressive technical elements that immerse us in this world, and the performances that brilliantly bring the characters to life. Shownotes: Spoilers (~9:14) For more from Alexis, check out trashwire.com and follow on Instagram , TikTok , YouTube , and Letterboxd...

Jen and Sarah dive into the Juilliard lecture scene in ‘Tár.’ They discuss the fantastic cinematography, Cate Blanchett’s captivating performance, and the layered dialogue in this iconic scene. Click here to watch this scene. Remember to leave a rating and review of this episode. Connect with Movies & Us on Instagram , Threads , and Bluesky @moviesanduspod or by email at moviesanduspod@gmail.c...