Oscar Nominations are in so what were your favorite films of the year? Hosts Karla and Amanda reflect on their favorites of the year that received recognition and those that were notably snubbed. The duo explore the importance of reviving the cinema experience, share their Oscar predictions and past winners, and touch on the changing landscape of Hollywood emphasizing the need for diverse storytelling.

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This edition of Matinee and Chill dives into the Coming of Age story on screen. We love a feel-good movie that perfectly encapsulates the ups and downs of growing up in various stages of our life. Hosts Karla and Amanda discuss some of our favorite coming of age stories depicted on screen.

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This week’s topic is the Bridgerton phenomenon. Period dramas are a crowd favorite, but what makes Bridgerton different? Host Amanda moderates a panel discussion featuring Karla and Bridgerton fan-guests on how the book relates to the show, a not so spoiler-free recap of the first three seasons, predictions and what they look forward to in the upcoming season. They plead their case on why Amanda should start the show! A fun light-hearted conversation.

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In this episode, we begin a recurring series where we spotlight a specific director and delve deep into their directing style. We highlight what makes a Yorgos Lanthimos film. Hosts Karla and Amanda tackle common themes, recurring actors, and Yorgos Lanthimos’ distinct visual style paired with striking script elements.

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In this holiday themed episode of Matinee and Chill, hosts Karla and Amanda discuss their favorite holiday movies, ranging from family favorites that spark nostalgia like The Grinch and Home Alone, romances like Stuck in Love, Love Actually, and Last Christmas, to rom-coms like Bridget Jones. The duo discuss the cozy vibes that these movies evoke, but also spotlight movies that are set during Christmas but otherwise wouldn’t be considered one. The two wrap up their discussion with fun holiday traditions and share what holiday content they are most excited for. So settle in and grab some hot cocoa for this cozy episode of Matinee and Chill.

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In this conversation, Amanda and Karla discuss the evolving landscape of cinema, particularly the tension between streaming services and traditional theaters, in light of the recent acquisition of Warner Bros by Netflix. The two hosts delve into the intricate themes of science fiction films, exploring how filmmakers use the genre to address real-world issues, while also exploring the impact of technology in society. Notable mentions include Alien, Blade Runner, Ex-Machina, Megan, Star Wars, Interstellar and more. The duo also reflect on the evolution of sci-fi narratives, touching on popular series like Stranger Things and Severance. The conversation wraps up with a look at upcoming sci-fi releases and the impact of these narratives on contemporary culture.

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Today’s topics include both successful and objectively unsuccessful remakes as well as upcoming remakes in the making. Why do we think studios love remaking original stories and why don’t they let some of them be good on its own? Is it a cash-grab, is it nostalgia bait? Is Hollywood becoming unoriginal in the process by relying on things they know made them money and success before? In some cases, is it just easier because source material is so old? We delve deep into why we think remakes can work and where they fail.

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Amanda and Karla dive deep into books, video games, and musicals that get adapted for the big-screen (and streaming screen!). They discuss successful adaptations and not so successful adaptations, and why it is so hard to get it right. A fun conversation about Assassin’s Creed, Uncharted, TLOU, Stephen King, Wicked and Moulin Rouge (Nicole Kidman, you keep showing up!).

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Hosts Karla and Amanda share their recently watched films on Letterboxd, what they loved, what they hated, and everything in between. A serious yet unserious conversation emphasizing how enriching the movie-going experience can be, cinephile culture and the overnight obsession with Nicole Kidman and her AMC ads, and what they are excited to watch next.

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Hosts Karla and Amanda welcome you to Matinee and Chill, a podcast where film lovers provide a cozy inclusive environment to discuss cinema and TV.

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