Reel Friends: A Movie Podcast

In episode 38 of Reel Friends, Emily and Madison are back with "The Great Debate" where they sit down and hash out their movie differences. This week, they're joined by Reel Friends Krystal & Kelsey to help debate 'Avatar'; join them as they discuss the goods and bads of papyrus, Unobtanium and the film's infamous dialogue. Warning, friendships are both forged and...

In episode 37 of Reel Friends, Madison & Emily are discussing 'What We Do In The Shadows' & other career launching projects. Join them as they unpack the genius of Taika Waititi, the movie's massive 180 page script, and which pop-culture vampire each of the main characters are based on. Plus, join us next week for 'Avatar' & other movies we disagree on (part 2!...

Still need to fill out your ballot for Oscar Sunday? FEAR NOT! Emily and Madison are here with a special Short Reel with their picks for the 94th Annual Academy Awards, aka their favorite day of the year. Join them as they choose what they think WILL win and what SHOULD win in this year's top 10 categories, voice their anger over some key snubs, and what could be some possible upsets. Join us...

In episode 35 of Reel Friends, Emily & Madison are walkin' down the lane with a happy refrain discussing 'Singin' In the Rain' & Other Movies to watching for a pick-me-up. Join them as they unpack the lore of Gene Kelly's less than sunny onset energy, their favorite musical numbers (spoiler, it's not Singin' in the Rain) and reveal the famous actor who co...

In episode 34 of Reel Friends, Madison & Emily are packing a punch with 'Kill Bill Vol. 1' & Other Fierce Female Revenge Stories. Join them as they detail the origins of 'Kill Bill', discuss their favorite Tarantino films, and speculate over the illusive 'Kill Bill Vol. 3' (GIVE IT TO US, QUENTIN). Join us next week for 'Singin' In The Rain' &am...

In episode 33 of Reel Friends, Madison & Emily run like the wind blows into 'Forrest Gump' & Other Movies That Can Never Be Remade. Join them as they unpack the art of a successful remake, why Forrest Gump was made by the perfect people at the perfect time, and share their unpopular opinion on Forrest & Jenny. Plus, join us next week for 'Kill Bill: Vol. 1' & Ot...

In episode 32 of Reel Friends, Emily & Madison stick it to the man with 'School of Rock' & Other Talented Youth Ensembles. Join them as they talk about the movies rock influences, the plea Jack Black made to Led Zeppelin for song rights, and mostly just quote the movie. Join us next episode for 'Forrest Gump' & Other Movies That Can Never Be Remade.

In episode 31 of Reel Friends, Madison & Emily have a sighting with 'Close Encounters of the Third Kind' & Other Extraterrestrials in Cinema. Join them as they dive into the history of aliens in cinema, define what exactly it mean to have an encounter of the third kind, and rage over Roy abandoning his family for a space adventure. Plus, join us next episode for 'School of R...

Introducing... Short Reels! Up first, Emily and Madison unpack the newly released Scream (2022) reboot. They came, they saw, they... were underwhelmed. Join them as they talk through the pros and cons of this new addition to the franchise, their thoughts on the killer reveal, and why Wes Craven's presence was sorely missed. Be warned: massive spoilers that will hit ya like a stab in the gut....

In episode 29 of Reel Friends, Madison & Emily review the cinematic rollercoaster that was 2021. Join them as they name their top 5 movies of the year (spoiler alert, they both sneak in 6), choose the years standout performers (we're looking at you, Andrew, Zendaya & Timmy) and make their early guesses for what will win big at the 2022 Academy Awards. Thanks to all our Reel Friends fo...

In episode 28 of Reel Friends, grab your ski poles and hop on a train to beautiful snowy Vermont with Emily & Madison as they cover 'White Christmas' & Other Bygone Holiday Classics. Join them as they discuss crazy age differences in the cast, the importance of classic films to their families, and why Vera-Ellen's legs and dancing skills are absolute goals.  We're takin...

In episode 27 of Reel Friends, Emily & Madison cuddle up with some hot cocoa (lol, who are we kidding, it was wine) to discuss The Family Stone & Other Dysfunctional Holiday Gatherings. Join them as they discuss the lovable but cringy holiday film, unpack challenging family dynamics, and praise whoever is designing Diane Keaton's cinematic wardrobe. Join us next week for the final cha...

Kicking off Season 2 of Reel Friends, Madison & Emily gather for the holidays to discuss How The Grinch Stole Christmas (2000) & Other Yuletide Fever Dreams. Listen in as they process how bizarre the vast majority of all holiday movies are, the genius that is Jim Carrey, and admire Ron Howard for giving a Why to the Who's What. Plus, join us next week for part 2 of our holiday chapter...

On a special Halloween episode and the season finale of Reel Friends, Madison & Emily are joined by Allison & Melissa Villaseñor to discuss the cinematic masterpiece, 'Hocus Pocus.' Join them as they giggle (a lot) over the film's funniest moments, express their love for Billy Butcherson, and discuss their favorite past Halloween costumes. Catch us for season 2 in December!

In episode 24 of Reel Friends, Emily & Madison call you on the phone and ask, "What's your favorite scary movie?" Join them in this 'Scream' Deep Dive as they discuss all four films in the franchise, their favorite & least favorite deaths, and which Ghost Face reigns supreme. Plus, join us next week with very special guests Allison & Melissa Villaseñor, where w...

In episode 23 of Reel Friends, Emily & Madison walk very leisurely into 'Halloween' (2018) & Other Horror Reboots. Join them as they discuss their favorite and least favorite reboots, determine who the original Scream Queen is, and why Michael Meyers & Laurie Strode stand the test of time. Plus, join us next week for a special 'Scream' Deep Dive.

In episode 22 of Reel Friends, Emily & Madison gather around the cauldron with 'Practical Magic' & Other Witchy Movies That Encourage Female Unification. Join them as they discuss the film's unique depiction of witchcraft,  the beauty of female friendship, and their other favorite fictional witches. Plus, join us next week for 'Halloween' (2018) & Other Horror...

In episode 21 of Reel Friends, Emily & Madison stroll around Central Park with 'When Harry Met Sally' & Other Realistic Romantic Comedies. Join them as they discuss the film origins, admire the dynamic artistic partnership of Rob Reiner & Nora Ephron, and answer the age-old question: can men and women just be friends? Plus, join us next week for the start of spoOoOky season w...

In this special episode, Madison & Emily are joined by Reel Friend Peter Lee to take a look back at episodes 1-19. Listen in as they discuss what movies they missed within each genre, their favorite moments, settle some hot debates, and a few important corrections. Plus, join us next week for 'When Harry Met Sally' & Other Realistic Romantic Comedies.

In episode 19 of Reel Friends, Madison & Emily venture to Mordor to watch the entire 'Lord of the Rings' trilogy in an epic quest to attempt to cure their hangovers. Join them as they discuss other great hangover movies, who the true heroes are in the film, and what they think Legolas's sweat smells like*. Plus, buckle up and join us next week for a very special episode: 'R...

In episode 18 of Reel Friends, Emily & Madison discuss the 2003 movie 'Holes' & other great book-to-screen adaptations. Join them as they discuss other great movies that have met the adaptation mark, some that failed to live up to their literary predecessors, and dig up their favorite moments in 'Holes'.  Plus, join us next week for 'Lord of the Ring' & Ot...

In episode 17 of Reel Friends, Emily & Madison hit the high seas with 'Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl' & Other Cinematic Theme Park Rides. Join them as they discuss their favorite rides, pitch their own movies based on existing Disneyland attractions, and attempt their most rugged pirate accents. Plus, join us next week for 'Holes' & Other Gr...

In episode 16 of Reel Friends, Emily & Madison relive the day on repeat as they discuss 'Edge of Tomorrow' & Other Movies with Solid Time Loops. Join them as they discuss potential plot holes, why Rita is the real hero of the film, and what they would do with infinite time on their hands. Plus, join in next week for 'Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl&apo...

In episode 15 of Reel Friends, Emily & Madison travel to Boston to ask one question: who's the real rat? Join them as they discuss 2006's 'The Departed' & Other Dynamic Actor/Director Duos, review some of the film's almost castings, and unpack all the clues Martin Scorcese leaves for characters' impending deaths. Plus, join us next week for Edge of Tomorrow &a...

In episode 14, Emily & Madison jump aboard the Cat Bus to discuss 1988's 'My Neighbor Totoro' & Other Fantastic Miyazaki Movies. Join them as they review the film's realistic depiction of childhood, catchy tunes, and their favorite memories from Studio Ghibli films. Plus, join in next week for 'The Departed' & Other Dynamic Actor/Director Duos.