Reel Window: Rewatching Random Movies from our Childhood

It’s happening! It’s finally happening! The sisters are talking about the hilarious and Brunnen beloved “My Cousin Vinny”. Starring the hilarious Joe Pesci and Marisa Tomei (in an Oscar-winning performance), this 90’s courtroom comedy is quoted constantly by Pauline and Lisa and they are both so happy to finally talk about it. Is it worth the rewatch? Yes. You know it’s yes, that was spoiled in th...

Ok. This is one to watch before the full episode. There’s no question. Spoilers will happen. Quotes will be shared. Laughter will ensue. You better believe that this movie that Pauline FINALLY picked is a good’er.

We’re back! And this week Pauline and Lisa are discussing the romantic dramedy, “Sabrina” starring Harrison Ford, Julia Ormond, and Greg Kinnear. Yes, this 1995 movie really was watched by the sisters when they were kids. Not only did they watch it, they LOVED it and rewatched it constantly when they were young. Is it still compelling? Does it hold up now that they’re adults? How did Pauline sit t...

That’s right, it’s Triviasode time friends! Which widely okay movie has Lisa chosen this time? Can it possibly top last week’s film? And will Pauline be happy with her obscure 90’s pick? Only one way to know for sure, tune in and get ready to guess!

Bill and Ted’s Excellent Adventure. What a film. What a classic 80’s Keanu Reeves vehicle. Is it perfect? No. Do we still wanna watch it? Absolutely. Do we recommend you watch it? Great question! Listen now to find out what our thoughts are!

It’s game time all! This week Pauline has picked a beloved and absurd film from her and Lisa’s childhood. This movie was constantly playing and constantly quoted in the Brunnen household. Which makes the sisters a little nervous, will it be another casualty of the podcast? Or will it actually hold up on the rewatch? Tune in to find out which mystery movie has the sisters on edge.

This week the sisters discuss the 1992 animated environmental film “Ferngully: the Last Rainforest”. With a magical fairy as the protagonist and the always hilarious Robin Williams voicing a mixed-up bat, how could the sisters not have loved this as kids? But is it worth the rewatch? Does it’s 90’s origins make it dated? Or is there more to it? Time to adjust your wires to tune in and find out!

Oh, goodness. This one makes our hearts happy. Let’s pray that this one has stood the test of time. Lisa has picked a childhood fave - one we both quote to this day, but one which neither sister has seen in AGES. Available on Tubi, this obscure 90s animated flick created two budding environmentalists. Listen now to find out how this one holds up!

It’s that time again! That’s right, 90’s movie time! This week the sisters share their thoughts on 1992’s “The Underducks”…sorry, scratch that, we mean “The Mighty Ducks”. A nostalgia heavy favourite for many, how do Pauline and Lisa feel about it years later (especially given their superior love for its sequel)? Well…you’re gonna have to listen and find out.

Pauline’s pick this week is definitely a childhood pick. So whether or not this one has stood the test of time is highly unlikely. But we’re watching it anyways!! Listen now to find out what 90s fun we’re about to get into!

Who’s ready for a final spin in the Delorean? That’s right, its time for Back to the Future III. The is week the sisters are talking about their most watched entry in the trilogy. Full of western hijinks, shootouts, horseback riding, and locomotives, this movie has everything little Pauline and Lisa loved. Do they still love it now? Listen and find out!

Lisa picked a surprising movie this week. Went against every grain of her body. But it’s a doozy! And it’s not acknowledged in the Triviasode, but Pauline finally CRUSHES the trivia. Have a listen!!

Great Scott! This week the sisters are talking about “Back to the Future II”, one of the most famous sequels in pop culture. Does it have an outdated depiction of the year 2015? Yes. A terrifying depiction of the year 1985? Yes. Old-man Biff? Yes. Is it everything Pauline and Lisa remember it being? Maybe! Make sure your flux-capacitor is fluxing, then tune in to find out if this film is worth the...

It’s trivia time everyone! And you know what that means? That’s right, it means more games, witty banter, and random tangents. This week Pauline picked the mystery movie and she decided it was time for another blockbuster. And a sequel, no less! How soon before Lisa guesses this week’s film? Tune in to find out!

Lisa’s pick this week is one that all three of the younger sisters watched ALL. THE. TIME. We LOVED it as kids. But is it good? That’s a great question. Listen now to find out if this is one we think you should watch or if you should skip it. ‘Courage Mountain’, the obscure and seldom-seen 1990 film starring Charlie Sheen is the topic of discussion today. Listen now!

Lisa has picked a VERY obscure film this week. One that all three sisters adored, which is why we’ve got JM back as a guest on this week’s episode. Do you know the film before Pauline and JM can guess it?? We doubt it. We’d be shocked if anyone’s even heard of this movie! Listen now to find out what we’re watching.

Who’s up for an early 90’s law thriller? The sisters are! This week we’re talking about 1993’s “The Pelican Brief” starring a baby-faced Julia Roberts and Denzel Washington. Did the sisters enjoy this movie as kids? Yes. Did they understand it? Nope. Is it still worth the watch? Maybe! Listen and find how Pauline and Lisa feel about this week’s movie.

Pauline has brought the pod back into the ‘90s this week with her box office smash this week! Despite a lukewarm reception from critics, this film did great at the box office, thanks to its two massive movie leads. It takes some time for Lisa to guess this one, but it’s worth the journey! Listen now to find out what we’re watching!

The wait is over, the technical issues have been dealt with, and now you can all listen to the sisters discuss the classic 1952 musical, “Singin’ in the Rain”. Huzzah! Given Lisa’s love of all things music related, it’s far easier to guess how she feels but what about Pauline? Will this be another “Annie”? Or will it be one of the rare musicals that slips past her defences? Only one way to be sure...

It’s the best day of the week (as far as the sisters are concerned), which means it’s time for another Triviasode! And this week Lisa has chosen a very “Lisa” film. How will Pauline feel when she guesses the mystery movie? If nothing else, it can’t be worse than “Labyrinth”! Tune in to find out what’s in store for the weekend.

Well. The time has come to determine whether or not Disney’s 1950 animated classic, ‘Cinderella’ is worth the watch. Listen now to find out if the sisters think this highly-acclaimed version of one of the most popular fairy tales is worthy of your time!

It’s trivia time everyone! Yaaaay! And with Pauline choosing a Disney film for this week’s mystery movie you know it’s not “if” Lisa will guess it, but “when”. How long will it take for her to figure out this “House of Mouse” feature? And how much random trivia will Lisa spout along the way? Only one way to find out, so pull up a chair and tune in!

Oh, Lisa. Her pre-teen love for adventure and horses and sword fights and a good mentor is definitely the guest star of the episode. Lisa picked ‘The Mask of Zorro’, a 1998 adventure flick starring Antonio Banderas, Catherine Zeta Jones, and Anthony Hopkins, in which an aging Zorro must train a new mentee to become the hero of Mexico. Does this one stand the test of time? Listen now to find out!

It’s trivia time everyone! Pauline and Lisa’s favourite part of the show. This week Lisa has selected a favourite of childhood that she’s sure Pauline will enjoy discussing. In fact, it’s come up in conversation several times on the pod in the past. Can you figure out this action/adventure/ comedy before Pauline does? Is it one from your childhood too? Listen and find out!

This week Sheila is back! And she’s chosen a very interesting film from our childhoods - 1990’s “Mermaids” starring Cher, Winona Ryder, Christina Ricci, and Bob Hoskins. A slice of life film about a single mother and her two daughters in 1963 that none of us remembered much of before watching it. Is this forgotten film a hidden gem? Or a movie that should have stayed lost? Tune and find out!