This one is for the Bergman lovers. <3

"Winter Light," a Swedish tragedy from the 1960's, is not your typical popcorn fare. There's no crazy car chases or explosions or end-credit scenes with Spider-Man. 

But man oh man, is it a phenomenal film. 

Viewers follow the life of a depressed, increasingly disenchanted Lutheran pastor as he grieves the loss of his wife and wrestles with doubt as he is faced with the angst and disbelief of his equally jaded congregation. 

Join the gang as we discuss what it looks like when faith is beaten down by all the suffering that the world has to offer. 

And the real question that everyone is thinking...what would Joel Osteen say about this movie?

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What does a multiverse movie starring Michelle Yeoh, hot dog fingers, and googly eyes have to teach us about generational sin, shame culture, love, and… church history? 

In this chaotic and colorful episode, the gang takes a deep dive into Everything Everywhere All at Once, the Oscar-sweeping A24 film that made us laugh, cry, and rethink our family trauma. 

Join us as we discuss why Waymond might be the most Christlike tax-loving husband in cinema, whether this film is really a story about depression and nihilism, and how the gospel speaks to our longing for meaning—even across the multiverse. Plus:
 – Our multiverse sequel pitches
 – Which Bible characters belong in this movie
 – Who we're praying for (and who probably needs to be crucified on the left and right of Jesus)

And yes, we ask the hard questions—like, why isn't Paul Dano appreciated more? And why don't more people talk about The Fabelmans??

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Christmas in July? Never heard of it. We're thinking Dia de los Muertos. En...Julio. 

Join the gang as we discuss everyone's favorite musical about a family that hates music, Coco. 

We discuss the pressing questions about this film, such as: What are the best mustaches in movie history? Is this a good afterlife, or is it kind of terrible? And, how does the Catholic Church feel about this movie? 

Also Jarrad finally learns about the American Southwest's favorite urban legend, La Llorona, and the trauma it left with John and Annie. 

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Bienvenido al programa! 

Here's a pregunta for you, dear listener: What do you get when you combine a legend in the world of Mexican cinema, a delightfully charming little girl, and 122 minutes of slapstick gags and poorly-made wigs?

You get this movie. And you know what? It made $100 million, so clearly something clicked in this film. 

Join the gang for a deep exploration of a film that, well, doesn't require nearly that much exploration. But it's a fun film, and an even more fun episode!

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Has there EVER been a better animated film than The Lion King?

Maybe. Probably. I guess the Prince of Egypt still exists. But still, this movie kicks all kinds of hyena tail. It's awesome. We're psyched to talk about it. 

Join the gang as we discuss the boyish appeal of Jonathan Taylor Thomas and how much this film really is a Disney-fied version of Hamlet. 

We also discuss our favorite topics, like which of these cute animals we'd preach the Gospel to and why Scar is such a tragic figure (who also probably still got what he deserved). 

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One man. One mission. Chris Pratt. Versus Osama Bin Laden. The battle to end all battles. 

That's...not really what this movie is about. There's a lot more waterboarding. And a lot more of Jessica Chastain being empowered and independent. But it's a really good watch. And this episode is a really good listen. 

Join your favorite four-piece (after the Gospels, of course) for our most patriotic, star spangled episode ever!

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We must, we must, we must talk about this movie. 

Wow. 

Not a lot of stories capture so well the weight of a religious existential crisis AND the crushing desire to make googly eyes at a teenage boy named Moose. 

It's like this movie was made for us. 

Join the gang as we (okay, really just Danielle and Annie) explore the familiar woes of growing up as an awkward tween girl, and how good Kathy Bates is at everything she does. 

We also introduce our favorite running bit of all time, "what's the sequel?" where Danielle just laughs for ten minutes straight. 

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If it takes a village to raise a child, it also takes a village to abuse one. 

And, ya know, it takes a village to...make a podcast? I don't know. I'm sorry. This isn't a very laugh-y movie. 

Join the gang as we dive into the 2015 investigative drama Spotlight, which chronicles a team of Boston journalists as they uncover the rampant abuse cover-ups happening in the Catholic Church. 

Did the MCU dull the shine of all the stars in this film? Does Rachel McAdams have more acting chops than Amy Adams? Does John think that the Catholic Church is a victim of an unfair witch hunt? (He doesn't). We'll answer these and many more.

Read the Spotlight article:  https://www.bostonglobe.com/news/special-reports/2002/01/06/church-allowed-abuse-priest-for-years/cSHfGkTIrAT25qKGvBuDNM/story.html

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Well I'll be a sonofagun. 

Join the gang as we travel back to 1930's Mississippi for the Coen Brothers' most bona fide film in their catalogue, O Brother Where Art Thou?

Does the music in this movie stand the test of time? Was there any redemption for Baby Face George Nelson? Did Tommy Johnson ever get his soul back? We'll answer these questions and many more. 

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Grab your flamethrowers, space cadets. 

Join the team (with special guest, our producer Ray!) as we discuss Quentin Tarantino's love letter to the golden age of cinema, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. 

Is this Tarantino's best work? Does Rick Dalton deserve a friend as good as Cliff?  Are there enough feet???

We'll answer these questions and more. Thanks for listening pals. 

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