Commedia dell'Cinema: A Comedy Movie Podcast

This week, Jordan and Emily talk about the weird and hilarious ROMY AND MICHELE'S HIGH SCHOOL REUNION. They discuss the script's adaptation from stage to screen, Lisa Kudrow and Mira Sorvino as comedy powerhouses, and what they can remember about Parent Trap!

This week, Jordan and Emily discuss the 2019 teen comedy BOOKSMART. They talk about the numerous writers on the project, if it is just an updated version of Superbad, and why it was seen as a box office failure.

Emily and Jordan tackle SUPERBAD, discussing the long development and casting process, the impact the film has had on teen comedies today, and if iTunes still exists.

Emily and Jordan discuss the classic 2004 teen comedy MEAN GIRLS, Tina Fey's only feature comedy script! From the iconic lines to the lightning in a bottle cast to if Tina was in many sketches on SNL, we cover it all!

Ohhhh yeahhhhhh! It's time to talk about one of the most iconic teen comedies - FERRIS BUELLER'S DAY OFF. Jordan and Emily discuss John Hughes' massive influence on teen comedies, a bizarre casting rumor, and who the real protagonist of the movie is!

This week, Jordan and Emily talk about Mike Judge's OFFICE SPACE. They look at the film's relatable satire, bizarre marketing campaign, and working-class hero Jen Aniston.

Emily and Jordan take on the 2004 hit Napoleon Dynamite, starring Jon Heder, directed by Jared Hess. One of the most important cult comedies of the past twenty years? Sure! We liked it, at least.

Emily and Jordan discuss 2001 "dada-ist" masterpiece Freddy Got Fingered. Topics include: wondering if this movie is good or not, Tom Green, The Drew Barrymore Show, Joe Dirt, and so much more.

Jordan and Emily kick off their cult comedy series with John Waters' infamous PINK FLAMINGOS. They talk about abject art, Divine's knockout performance, what shocked them the most, and, of course, eating dog sh*t.

What better way to celebrate the 4th than with a classic comedy blockbuster? Join Emily and Jordan in talking all things BRIDESMAIDS. They talk Melissa McCarthy's breakout performance, the comedy theories they suspect might be at play, and so much more! Join us next week for the start of our Cult Comedy series, starting with Pink Flamingos!

Emily and Jordan discuss the 2014 smash hit NEIGHBORS starring Seth Rogen and Rose Byrne! Topics of discussion include: seeing R-rated movies in theaters as teenagers, the Apple TV Plus series Platonic, and the weird way this movie was blamed for a tragic shooting!

Laaaaaaaaa Jordan and Emily join the Barden Bellas on their journey to a capella fame. They talk about Rebel Wilson’s breakout performance, jokes that have aged poorly, and the a capella of it all!

WILL SMITH. TOMMY LEE JONES. LINDA FLORENTINO. That’s right. Today we are talking about the 1997 blockbuster, franchise-spawning hit MEN IN BLACK. Listen to Emily and Jordan wonder about certain baffling story decisions while appreciating the incredible technical work and strong performances on display.

We'll be back with MEN IN BLACK next week. Today, enjoy our very first RE-RELEASE -- It's our episode on Harold and Made with special guest Arden Jurskis. Listen to us talk about this classic film AND make now outdated Oscar predictions!

Set your DeLorean to 1985 because Emily and Jordan travel back in time to discuss the classic film BACK TO THE FUTURE. Topics include the troubled but ultimately successful production, Michael J. Fox, the Back to the Future franchise, and more!

Emily and Jordan kick off their blockbuster series with DUNGEONS & DRAGONS! They talk about high fantasy, Princess Bride and Holy Grail inspiration, and a potential sequel! Jordan and Emily would like to formally apologize to any D&D fans for any incorrect information, but please do not reach out to tell them what they got wrong.

Emily and Jordan take on Noah Baumbach and Greta Gerwig’s FRANCES HA, which they both wish they liked more! Other topics include Gerwig and Baumbach’s other work, Scarlett Johanson as a Disney adult, and so much more.

Mumblecore Month continues as Emily and Jordan discuss TINY FURNITURE, Lena Dunham’s breakout indie feature. Additional topics include Girls and, of course, Dash and Lily.

Emily and Jordan tackle The Duplass Brothers’ debut film The Puffy Chair. They talk about the improvised nature of the film and how that compares to more scripted mumblecore movies, the boys asking their parents to finance the movie, and The Puffy Chair being the first movie to be bought by Netflix. 

This week, Emily and Jordan discuss Andrew Bujalski’s FUNNY HA HA, the very first movie in the ‘mumblecore’ movement. Topics of discussion include defining what mumblecore is, some of the movement’s key players, and more!

Jordan and Emily wrap up their star driven comedy series with 2015’s Spy. They talk about Melissa McCarthy’s long and successful career, her partnership with Paul Feig, and if we’ll ever get another big theatrical comedy from McCarthy!

This week Jordan, Emily, and special guest Dakota Lovins dive into the 2000’s with Will Ferrell’s zoom zoom speedy hit Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby! They talk their feelings on Will Ferrell, the infamous Ferrell/McKay split, and the movie’s effective use of satire and goofiness. This episode is sponsored by Applebee’s. 

It’s Sandler Time on the show this week. Emily and Jordan talk all about Happy Gilmore, and its place in catapulting Sandler to stardom. Plus, Sandler’s entire ouvre (comedic and dramatic!) 90s comedies, SNL, and more!

Emily and Jordan talk Eddie Murphy’s COMING TO AMERICA. Topics include the psychotic career of murderer John Landis and his feud with Eddie Murphy, this movie’s repetitive pace but sweet love story, and more!

This week Emily and Jordan talk Juzo Itami's 'ramen Western' TAMPOPO! Topics include delicious looking food, playing with genre, and Jordan incorrectly thinking Jamie Lee Curtis is in next week's movie. Follow us @Commediacinema.