Movies & Us
Movies & Us is a weekly gathering place filled with conversations about movies, stories, and connection. Our name sums it up: we’re all about movies and the powerful ways we can connect with each other and the world around us. This podcast is about all of us and our shared stories. Join us in conversations about movies and the stories that connect us!
Episodes
Jen and Sarah dive into the nightclub fight scene in ‘Monkey Man.’ They discuss the effective sound design, the powerful visuals, and the immersive cinematography in this action-packed scene.
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Jen and Sarah are joined by CeCe Clemons to review ‘Ballerina.’ They discuss some of the stand-out action set pieces, the importance of seeing a powerful female protagonist on the big screen, and how this film fits within the John Wick franchise.
Shownotes:
Spoilers (~11:24)
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Jen, Sarah, and some film friends take a closer look at ‘Jaws’ by sharing the most heart-stopping scenes. Enjoy taking a deeper look at some of this film’s most iconic moments!
Shownotes:
Heather Stewart (~17:40)
Thomas Duncan and Dana Duncan of the Greatest Movie of All Time (~21:31)
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Jen and Sarah are joined by Thomas and Dana Duncan of The Greatest Movie of All Time to review ‘Jaws.’ They discuss some of the film’s most iconic scenes, the incredible legacy of this film, and some of the ‘happy accidents’ that helped make this film so memorable.
Shownotes:
Spoilers (~18:25)
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Jen and Sarah reflect on the last 400 episodes of Movies & Us and, in celebration, review ‘The 400 Blows.’ They discuss how the music, pacing, and cinematography work together to make an incredibly immersive film.
Shownotes:
Review (~18:51)
Spoilers (~25:54)
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Jen and Sarah review ‘Slanted,’ as part of the Seattle International Film Festival. They reflect on the impressive premise and powerful screenplay that helps us explore important themes around beauty standards, belonging, and what it’s like being a Chinese-American teenager.
Shownotes:
Spoilers (~8:23)
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Jen and Sarah review ‘DJ Ahmet,’ as part of the Seattle International Film Festival. They reflect on the impressive screenwriting that blends humor, emotional depth, and resonant themes. They also share how the cinematography, score, and sound design help create an immersive filmgoing experience.
Shownotes:
Spoilers (~12:25)
Jen and Sarah dive into the juke joint scene in ‘Sinners.’ They discuss the powerful emotions and themes, as well as the way the cinematography and pacing make this scene incredibly immersive.
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Jen and Sarah are joined by Michael of The Screen Nerds Podcast to review ‘Mission: Impossible—The Final Reckoning.’ They discuss some of their favorite moments, how this compares to other entries in the franchise, and the use of nostalgia in this film. They also wonder if this is truly the final reckoning or setting up more adventures for these characters.
Shownotes:
Spoilers (~11:41)
Jen and Sarah review ‘The Things You Kill,’ as part of the Seattle International Film Festival. They discuss the impressive cinematography and performances that bring to life powerful themes around gender roles, code-switching, and what it means to be human.
Shownotes:
Spoilers (~7:21)
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Jen and Sarah are joined by Pat and Jarren to review ‘Friday.’ They discuss the iconic characters, the effective humor, and the cultural impact of this film over 30 years after its release.
Shownotes:
Spoilers (~2:31)
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Jen and Sarah are joined by writer and director Marcellus Cox and executive producer Adam Freed to discuss their film 'Liquor Bank.' They discuss the filmmaking process and the highs and lows of production. They also unpack how they made a human film and honored the real-life stories that inspired it.
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Jen and Sarah are joined by Andrew of the Revisionist Almanac to review ‘Lost in Translation.’ They discuss the subversive nature of this film, the profound themes that still resonate, and the compelling filmmaking. They also share some theories about the ending and wonder what happened next for these characters.
Shownotes:
Spoilers (~12:05)
Jen, Sarah, and some film friends take a closer look at ‘The Empire Strikes Back’ by sharing their favorite scenes. Enjoy taking a deeper look at some of this film’s most iconic scenes!
Shownotes:
Andrew from Revisionist Almanac (~16:58)
Frankie and Scott from Shoot the Flick (~19:20)
Will from Scene N Nerd (~24:53)
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Jen and Sarah are joined by Frankie and Scott from Shoot the Flick to review ‘The Empire Strikes Back’ ahead of its 45th anniversary. They discuss the excellent pacing, visuals, and character moments that help make this film so iconic. They also compare and contrast this with some of the other films in the Star Wars franchise.
Shownotes:
Spoilers (~13:36)
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Jen and Sarah are joined by Kenny Sparks to review ‘Sinners.’ They discuss the incredible music, three-dimensional characters, and important themes. They also unpack some ways that Ryan Coogler has taken a common film subgenre and made something special and enduring.
Shownotes:
Spoilers (~16:15)
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Jen and Sarah dive into the awkward dinner scene in ‘Frances Ha.’ They discuss the awkwardness of the scene, the effective cinematography, and Greta Gerwig’s captivating and endearing performance.
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Jen and Sarah review ‘Matchstick Men’ and discuss the characters and the emotional beats throughout the film. They also reflect on the experience of watching this 2003 film in 2025 and pitch a sequel to continue this story.
Shownotes:
Spoilers (~11:30)
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Jen and Sarah are joined by Britt Reinholz-Hobson of 1001 by 1 to review ‘The Witch.’ They discuss the complex characters, the relatable and interesting themes, and how this film fits within the folk horror landscape.
Shownotes:
Spoilers (~18:35)
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Jen and Sarah are joined by Philip Marinello of The Substance to discuss ‘Memories of Murder.’ They discuss the powerful themes, the impressive technical aspects, and reflect on the fact that this is Bong Joon Ho’s second feature film.
Shownotes:
Spoilers (~15:58)
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