It’s Movie Night!

Bueller…Bueller? Is there anyone left who hasn’t seen Ferris Bueller’s Day Off? 

We showed the girls the famous film set in our home sweet home, Chicago. This righteous dude may be adored by all, but he isn’t a great role model. Life moves pretty fast. Ferris needs to stop and think of someone other than himself or he might miss out. 

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Hellooooo! This week, we showed the girls a staple Robin William’s film, Mrs. Doubtfire. 

This 1993 dramedy tackles divorce, cross dressing, responsibility, accountability, and more. Is it too heavy for little ones or a good example of a common family struggle? After all… if there’s love, dear, those are the ties that bind. 

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Greetings! I am a pig. ….. what’s a pig?

Welcome to Bird Island where all the birds are happy! Well, almost all of them. Red doesn’t trust the new pig visitors. Is it because he’s angry or is he wise to be weary of strangers? Find out what lessons lie in this week’s episode and if Sony should have just left this IP as an app. 

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Yabba Dabba Doo!!! Welcome to Bedrock for The Flintstones!

Did you grow up watching this famous cartoon family in the 60's? Is Fred just the guy from the vitamins or cereal box to you? Either way, this 1994 movie gives you a look into this Stone Age. Can modern kids still enjoy it though… time to find out. 

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Come one, come all! Close the churches and the schools It's the day for breaking rules Come and join the Feast of...Fools!

Take a trip to Paris with us for 1996’s The Hunchback of Notre Dame! This children’s animation is stacked with an amazing soundtrack, in depth characters, and some important lessons. However, does the content of this movie make it not suitable for its G-rated audience? 

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Fifty years from now, when you’re looking back at your life, don’t you want to be able to say you had the guts to get in the car? 

We had the guts to drive back to 2007 for Transformers. This movie is LONG and jam packed with action, but find out what you might enjoy about it. Listeners, roll out. 

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Brother, you're safe now and safe may you stay for I have a prayer just for you. Grow, baby brother, come back someday. Come and deliver us, too… 

To honor Easter coming up, we watched 1998’s The Prince of Egypt. DreamWorks did a great job transforming one of the oldest stories in the world into a colorful family film. However, is this story too violent for a movie aimed at kids? 

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People think wishes are just ideas. But, no. No, they are a part of your heart. The very best part. 

Welcome to Rosas, the home of 2023’s Wish. Walt Disney Animation Studios released this for their 100th anniversary. It is jam packed with Easter eggs for Disney lovers! However, is this movie still good if you’re not a Disney fan? Find out what we know now. 

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You know? This whole ice age thing is getting old. You know what I could go for? A global warming. 

Although sad, that ironic joke holds up as we revisit 2002’s "Ice Age" for Zosia’s birthday pick. Can we say the same about the rest of the movie? Join our herd as we migrate into our second year of podcasting and find out. 

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You are who you choose to be. You choose! And this week, we chose to watch 1999’s The Iron Giant. 

This heartwarming story about a boy and a giant robot is packed with life lessons. Kids will learn about death, weapons, friendship, and more. But, are some of these topics too heavy for a kids movie? Come to Downtown Coolsville and find out!

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I pledge allegiance to the band of Mr. Schneebly and will get on a bus to 2003 for Jack Black’s School of Rock.

Despite the PG-13 rating, the majority of the main cast are children. It gives your kids something to relate to. However, do Dewey’s poor choices and influence ruin this as a family film? Tune in for a rockin’ review.

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Twisted tail, A thousand eyes, TRAPPED FOREVER! EPA, EPA! 

We headed to Springfield this week for 2007’s The Simpsons Movie. This TV classic went to the big screen after 18 seasons on Fox. We grew up watching Homer’s antics every week, but this was completely new for our girls.

Find out if you can enjoy this movie on its own or if you need to watch the show to understand what’s going on. Is it an Oh or a D’oh? 

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The suspense is terrible, I hope it will last. Come with us as we enter a world of pure imagination with 1971’s Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory. 

We remember loving this film as children, but now… There might be too many questions and flaws. Find out if it still captures the hearts of little ones though because honestly, what kid wouldn’t want a chance at a lifetime supply of chocolate?

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I have a brilliant beyond brilliant idea! You need to watch 1998’s The Parent Trap.

This Disney remake has a lovable cast, a heartwarming story, and plenty of laughs. On the flip side, it has pacing issues, plot holes, and mixed messages. Want to know what thumb rating we choose? L-I-S-T-E-N, listen. Get the picture?

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If you can’t see the potential danger of an out-of-control Justice League, I don’t need to wait for a vote. I don’t belong here.

Batman with an epic mic drop this week in 2012’s Justice League: Doom. This movie is a solid introduction to various DC superheroes, but does it entertain younger ages? Drop in and find out. 

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Find a penny, pick it up, and all day long, you’ll have good luck!

Sam Greenfield is the epitome of bad fortune in Apple TV’s first animated feature, Luck. However, once she meets Bob, a talking cat from the land of luck, her whole world changes. The lessons are there, but originality... might want to throw some salt over your shoulder. 

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The unknown future rolls toward us. We face it for the first time with a sense of hope, because if a machine, a Terminator, can learn the value of human life, maybe we can too… Heavy stuff this week with James Cameron’s Terminator 2: Judgement Day.

This 1991 action packed film may not sound like a kids movie, but it was one of Daddy’s favorites as a small child. Will it stand the test of time against newer generations or will a t...

Shuut uppp! We just brought the girls to 2001 for one of Mommy’s favorites, The Princess Diaries. 

When the future of a country lays on the shoulders of a 15 year old girl, you know you’re in for a ride. This movie teaches many lessons, some good some bad. But the most important thing is to know that a Queen is never late, everyone else is simply early. 

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Alright, another happy new year, another batch of fifth-grade head cases. Growing up and changing is hard; advice goes a long way. This week, we met Adam Sandler & Netflix’s newest pal, Leo. 

This reptilian animation has some classic Sandler humor, a splash of life lessons, and random musical numbers. Let us know what you think because like Leo said, “When people share stuff, they feel better.”

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