Rewind, Rethink: A Movie Podcast

The conclusion of our 1998 asteroid movie double feature. Released just weeks after Deep Impact , Armageddon took the same premise and added some big oil driller men to man up that big rock and show it who is boss (Mostly 'Merica). Bigger explosions, bigger heroes, and a much bigger soundtrack... but is bigger actually better?

The first entry in our 1998 asteroid movie double feature. Before Bruce Willis and Aerosmith saved the world, Deep Impact asked a simpler question: what would humanity do if the end was truly coming? We revisit this emotional disaster drama to see if it still packs a punch.

In this episode of Rewind, Rethink, Alice and Saj (and Special Guest Kate) revisit Miss Congeniality the 2000 Sandra Bullock classic that was something progressive. They dig into the makeover arc, the film's complicated relationship with femininity, and ask the question that's been sitting quietly in the back of our minds ever since: did this actually hold up? Tune in to find out.

This week on Rewind, Rethink , Alice and Saj head into the jungle with our favourite person to talk blokey movies with, James! And this time we unpack Predator - a film packed with muscles, macho energy, explosive one-liners, and an invisible alien hunter stalking an elite military team through the jungle. We get into why this 80s action classic became so iconic, how it blends action and horror so...

This week on Rewind Rethink, we head deep underground with The Descent! Alice’s pick, and one Saj absolutely did not enjoy. Claustrophobic caves, terrifying creatures and one of the bleakest horror films of the 2000s… does it still hold up, or should it have stayed buried?

This week on Rewind, Rethink, we revisit Dead Poets Society, the film that made a whole generation want to stand on desks and be rebellious. In this episode, we unpack the pressure, the friendships, the performances, and the legacy of a film that’s become completely iconic, with plenty of laughs (and a few strong opinions) along the way. O Captain, my Captain… let' talk shall we?

We rewind to The Shawshank Redemption (1994) , unpacking the mixed emotions that come with revisiting one of cinema’s most beloved classics. Beyond its themes of hope and freedom, we question whether the film leans into the white male hero narrative and what it reveals about the prison system, both then and now. As we revisit Andy’s journey alongside Red’s perspective, we ask whether this much-lov...

He’s kind of a big deal… or is he? We revisit Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy and dive into the absurd world of 70s broadcast news, jazz flute and all. Does this cult comedy still hold up, or has it lost its moustache-twirling charm over time?

This week on Rewind Rethink , we tackle Good Will Hunting … and let’s just say, the can remove the good. Saj straight-up hated it, and while I can appreciate what it’s trying to do, there are definitely a few warts that are hard to ignore. Is this beloved classic still deserving of its praise, or has it lost some of its shine?

This week on Rewind, Rethink, we watch The Sweetest Thing (2002), a chaotic early-2000s rom-com that fully leans into mess, mayhem, and sex from the female perspective. The film follows three female friends on a wildly unpredictable quest for love (and a lot of questionable decisions). We unpack whether the film is just crude, over-the-top fun… or something ahead of its time. Does it flip the scri...

Given it's the week of the Oscars, Alice and Saj rewind to Crash , the film that somehow took home Best Picture and ask the big question: what is it actually saying about race? From emotionally charged encounters to painfully awkward interpersonal moments, they unpack whether the film’s message feels genuine… or completely forced. Is Crash a bold attempt to spark conversation, or a heavy-hande...

Hey guys! We're back for a third year, starting off with an offer you can’t refuse. We’re revisiting The Godfather , the legendary mafia epic that redefined the crime genre. Does this cinematic classic still hold the crown, or was it a snooze fest? Will we be sleeping with the fishes for even asking this? Lets find out!

This week on Rewind, Rethink , we sink our teeth into Interview with the Vampire . Alice is living for the lush sets, and over-the-top gothic glamour… while Saj is convinced this was Cruise and Pitt’s most embarrassing career choice. We chat camp, queer undertones, Kirsten Dunst (the best thing about the film), and why this movie is somehow both ridiculous and iconic.

This week on Rewind, Rethink , Alice and Saj dive into The Stepford Wives - the glossy suburban nightmare that had a bit of backlash when it came out. What does this film really say about feminism during a decade of upheaval? Why did a story about “perfect wives” spark such a fierce backlash, especially from the very movement it seemed to support. We chat about what the movie says about gender rol...

Do you see dead people? Spoiler alert - this creepy little kid sure does. This week on Rewind Rethink , we revisit the twisty classic that made M. Night Shyamalan a household name. Is The Sixth Sense as good as we remember, or has it become a total cringe fest?

The film that terrified a generation — and definitely scared Saj. This week on Rewind Rethink , we’re revisiting The Exorcist to see if this horror legend still has the power to possess us... or if time has cast out its demons.

This week on Rewind Rethink we’re rolling into the world of The Big Lebowski . White Russians, bowling alleys, and a kidnapping plot that barely makes sense—does this cult favourite still abide? Alice and Saj dig into the Dude’s laid-back philosophy, the chaos swirling around him, and whether this oddball Coen brothers classic still deserves its legendary status.

This week we revisit the comedy that made awkward chest-waxing, action-figure collecting, and painfully honest dating a pop culture moment. Does Judd Apatow’s breakout still hold its charm, or is it stuck in the mid-2000s? We dive into The 40-Year-Old Virgin to see what still lands, what aged poorly, and why Steve Carell became a star.

This week we’re diving into the film that made us all afraid to go back in the water Jaws . From Spielberg’s suspenseful direction to that unforgettable score, we revisit the blockbuster that changed cinema forever. But does the shark still bite, or has time dulled its teeth?

This week we revisit The Notebook, the film that defined a generation of love stories. From grand gestures to tearful confessions, we ask if it still makes our hearts race or if time has washed the romance away.

This week we’re rewinding the creepy classic that had us all terrified of static TVs and mysterious VHS tapes - The Ring . Alice admits she was genuinely scared of this one as a kid, while Saj dives into whether the horror still holds up today. Does Samara’s curse still send shivers down our spines, or is it just a relic of early 2000s horror? Tune in as we rethink the film that made us all afraid...

This week we’re checking out Paul Thomas Anderson’s epic Boogie Nights (1997). Lets check the vibe on this stylish ride through the golden age of the adult film industry. It’s got unforgettable characters, disco grooves, and that signature PTA energy. But does this rise-and-fall story hold up today, or is it just excess for excess’ sake? We break down the highs, the chaos, and the heartbreak.

In this episode of Rewind, Rethink , Alice and Saj explore Under the Tuscan Sun, pretty much the Eat Pray Love before Eat Pray Love, and the fantasy of dropping everything to start fresh in Italy. Through a modern lens, we unpack impulsive villa purchases, running away from problems, and ask: who really gets to live this dream, and how realistic is it?

This week, we're doing something special with a deep dive into the 2025 release Together . A raw, tender exploration of love, grief, and human connection, this film hit us right in the gut and sparked a conversation we couldn't ignore. We break down the performances, the emotional weight, and why this one might already stand as a defining film of the year. No nostalgia, just an honest reac...

Grab your midnight margaritas because this week on Rewind Rethink we're talking Practical Magic. Witches, sisterhood, a ghostly ex and some truly chaotic spellwork come together in this cult favourite from 1998. We dive into the chemistry between Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman, ask if the film still casts a spell today, and try to make sense of that frog scene.