Ever feel like you could do so much more if you were only given a chance? Feeling nostalgia for some peak Holly Hunter, Tim Robbins, Alfre Woodard, and Mary Steenburgen? Well, have we got the movie for you! In an attempt to get in touch with American culture and celebrate the 4th of July, our host Paris stumbled upon the 1989 former play, turned film, written by Beth Henley, and directed by Thomas Schlamme.

Set in Mississippi, this film follows Carnelle Scott (Holly Hunter) as she tries out for the town's Miss Firecracker pageant. A tale of messy families, trying to own your destiny, and bullfrogs dressed up in award-winning outfits, this under-the-radar movie will leave you with a feeling of hot summer nights, and the winds of change.

Miss Congeniality could never.

Join your hosts David and Paris as they discuss this random Americana gem.