Ramblings from 2 Meddling Kids

The Meddling Kids traveled to Ireland this week and studied up on fairies. When Mina finds herself lost in the woods, she learns that there is an ancient evil who watches. But why do they watch and what other secrets are they hiding?!? The Watchers, directed by Ishana Night Shyamalan, is her directorial debut. Hang with your pals, the 2 Meddling Kids, as they see if this movie is the stuff of lege...

The Meddling Kids learned all about stuntmen this week and visited the movie set of Metalstorm. After Colt suffers an almost career-ending injury as a stuntman he decides to pack it in. The problem is, there is a nefarious plot to get him to do one more movie. The Fall Guy, directed by David Leitch, is a movie that pays homage to all the amazing stunt actors of the world. Hang with your pals, the...

The Meddling Kids traveled to a dystopian Australia this week and checked on one of their favorite character: Furiosa. After getting kidnapped by a psychopathic warlord, Furiosa is on a journey to get her revenge and return home. The problem is hate can be a better motivator than hope. Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, is the latest installment in the Mad Max franchise from visionary George Miller. Hang wi...

The Meddling Kids used their imagination this week and explored the world of IFs. When Bea returns to New York City for her father’s medical procedure, she discovers she can see other people’s imaginary friends. Now she’s on a journey to reunite them with their creators and relearn what it’s like to be a kid. IF, directed by John Krasinski, is a children’s movie that explores big ideas. Hang with...

The Meddling Kids traveled into the future and explored a planet ruled by Apes! 300 years after Caesar died, Earth has changed. Noa is an ape in the Eagle Clan who’s world is upended by a new ape emperor. Vowing to get his clan back home he ventures out into the world, but there is much about it he doesn’t know. Kingdom Of The Planet Of The Apes, directed by Wes Ball, is the newest chapter in the...

The Meddling Kids traveled to England this week and learned a little more about World War 2. Germany’s subs are wreaking havoc in the Atlantic. England is getting bombed every day, and there is no way for America to support. With the normal conventions of warfare thrown at the window, Winston Churchill has to turn to an ungentlemanly group of soldiers. The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare, direct...

The Meddling Kids traveled to the tennis courts this week and discovered a very interesting relationship. Tashi Duncan is a rising tennis superstar. She won the Junior US Open, and her future looks bright. Art and Patrick are best friends, two of the country's best young tennis players, and doubles partners. When the three meet, their relationships will never be the same. Challengers, directed...

The Meddling Kids went to Glass Keys Florida this week and checked out a little hole-in-the-wall bar, The Road House. When ex-UFC fighter Dalton takes a job as a bouncer he doesn’t know what he’s in for. There are some very powerful people who want this bar gone, and they’ll do whatever they can to make it happen. Road House, directed by Doug Liman, is a remake of the classic 80’s movie. Hang with...

The Meddling Kids tried to get jacked this week and got caught up in a crazy adventure along the way. When Lou and body-builder Jackie meet, there are immediate sparks. The problem is, Lou has a few dark family secrets. Love Lies Bleeding, directed by Rose Glass, is a new movie from A24 that explores what people are willing to do for their loved ones. Hang with your pals, the 2 Meddling Kids, as t...

The Meddling Kids learned about the legend of Hanuman this week and met the mysterious Monkey Man. When a young boy’s life is shattered by greed, he dedicates the rest of his life to finding revenge for his mother and village. He will do whatever it takes, and heaven help anyone who gets in his way. Monkey Man, directed by Dev Patel, is his directorial debut. Hang with your pals, the 2 Meddling Ki...

The Meddling Kids visited Hollow Earth this week to check on their buddy King Kong. While searching for more of his species, Kong discovers a new threat to the planet. Now it is up to him and Godzilla to fend them off and save the world. Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire directed by Adam Wingard, is the latest installation of the Monsterverse. Hang with your pals, the 2 Meddling Kids, as they see ju...

The Meddling Kids visited the baseball diamond this week and learned about the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League (AAGPBL). During World War 2, a money hungry candy maker starts an all women's baseball league. Little does he know just how amazing these ladies are! A League of Their Own, directed by Penny Marshall, is a sports comedy drama from the 90’s. Hang with your pals, the 2...

The Meddling Kids went back to high school this week, and met Christine "Lady Bird" McPherson. Lady Bird is in her senior year trying to figure it all out. Her main focuses are: where should she go to college, who are her real best friends, and how can she figure out the turbulent relationship with her mother! Lady Bird, directed by Greta Gerwig, is teen coming-of-age drama that mixes in...

The Meddling Kids tried to have a nice relaxing weekend and went deer hunting with a few friends. Little did they know what they signed up for. When three best friends go to fight in the Vietnam War, they soon learn the horrors of war. How can they go back to the lives they knew before? The Deer Hunter, directed by Michael Cimino, is a war drama for the ages. Hang with your pals, the 2 Meddling Ki...

The Meddling Kids returned to Arrakis this week to check on their dear friend Paul Atreides! Picking up right after Dune: Part One(2021) , Paul and his mother have found unlikely allies in the Fremen people of Arrakis. They believe him to be the " Lisan al Gaib ", the one who will show them the way. However, Paul fears that if he embraces his destiny he will start a Holy War that will sp...

The Meddling Kids took a road trip to Tallahassee, Florida this week and made some new friends! When Jamie and her friend Marian travel to Tallahassee in a drive-away car, they don’t realize what crazy events they’ve found themselves in. A mysterious briefcase is in the trunk of their car and some very powerful people want it back. Drive-Away Dolls, directed by Ethan Coen, is his latest raunchy co...

The Meddling Kids went to therapy this week and made friends with a lovely couple, the Smiths. Jane and John Smith each have a secret that they can’t tell the other. The thing is, that secret may be so large that they have to kill to keep it. Mr. & Mrs. Smith, directed by Doug Liman, is a thrilling romp that explores relationships and assassination. Hang with your pals, the 2 Meddling Kids, as...

The Meddling Kids got crazy this week and explored the world of love. When Cal’s wife Emily asks for a divorce, his life turns upside down. Now everyone in the family and a few new friends are about to learn just how crazy and stupid love can get sometimes. Crazy, Stupid, Love, directed by Glenn Ficarra & John Requa, is a grounded romantic comedy that explores some of the intricacies of relati...

The Meddling Kids entered the world of espionage this week and met their new friend, Agent Argylle. When it turns out that author Elly Conway’s books are mirroring real-life events, everyone is out to get her. However, she might have a secret that she doesn't know about. Argylle, directed by Matthew Vaughn, is his latest spy thriller. Hang with your pals, the 2 Meddling Kids, as we discuss if...

The Meddling Kids put on their assassin caps this week and tried to learn the rules of killing. When a hitman misses his target, the trail needs to be scrubbed. However, the people doing the scrubbing made one big mistake: they couldn’t find the Killer. The Killer , directed by David Fincher, is a movie that puts you inside the mind of a hitman. Hang with your pals, the 2 Meddling Kids , as they s...

The Meddling Kids decided to explore the London underground and visited their dear friend Mickey Pearson. When Mickey decides to leave the game of illegal cannabis he doesn’t realize just how many players and problems he will run into. The Gentlemen, directed by Guy Ritchie, is one of his latest explorations of London’s criminal underworld. Hang with your pals, the 2 Meddling Kids, as we see if th...

The Meddling Kids couldn’t decide on California or Nevada this week, so they packed their bags and traveled to the El Royale. When seven strangers arrive at the prolific hotel for varying reasons, none could expect the chaos about to ensue. The El Royale is a hotel with a secret and has a way of bringing out the best and the worst in people. Bad Times at the El Royale, directed by Drew Goddard, is...

The Meddling Kids returned to high school this week and experienced the mysteries of "Girl World." When Cady Heron goes to high school after years of homeschooling, she realizes she has much to learn. How will she balance High School’s cliques and drama while trying to make friends and date the second boy she’s ever liked? Mean Girls , directed by Mark Waters, is a classic teenage coming...

The Meddling Kids traveled to post-war Japan this week and met up with one of the kaiju himself, Godzilla! When a pilot runs from his duty in WW2, he is nearly killed by a mysterious monster. He later escapes to Tokyo and tries to rebuild. The problem is ghosts from the past and giant lizard monsters are hard to move on from. Godzilla Minus One, directed by Takashi Yamazaki, is a reboot of the Jap...

The Meddling Kids checked on Santa this year and learned about the great winter storm that almost canceled Christmas! A young reindeer named Rudolph is ostracized for having a glowing nose. Little does he know, it will be up to him to rescue his family and save Christmas! Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, directed by Larry Roemer, is America's longest-running Christmas special. Hang with your pa...