This episode carries content warnings for discussions of violence. It's rom-com week for the Reel Friends, as Gavin and Nikki discuss one of Nikki's favorite films: Moonstruck, directed by Norman Jewison. We compare this film to a recent romantic-comedy-crime-caper: Hit Man, directed by Richard Linklater. We chat about chemistry, the look and feel of love, and, importantly, 1987 Nicolas Cage.

This episode carries content warnings for discussions of violence. It's rom-com week for the Reel Friends, as Gavin and Nikki discuss one of Nikki's favorite films: Moonstruck, directed by Norman Jewison. We compare this film to a recent romantic-comedy-crime-caper: Hit Man, directed by Richard Linklater. We chat about chemistry, the look and feel of love, and, importantly, 1987 Nicolas Cage.

Moonstruck (1987) & Hit Man (2023)

A podcast dedicated to friendship through film!

Hosts Nikki Yates &amp; Gavin Quinn dive into the world of mainstream, cult, genre, arthouse, and independent cinema. Community-driven, Nikki &amp; Gavin aim to showcase film's unique ability to deepen friendships through the discussion of complex ideas and emotional experiences. We believe film (among many other artistic experiences) can widen the horizons of one's empathy. Also: we like talking about movies!

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A podcast dedicated to friendship through film! Hosts Nikki Yates & Gavin Quinn dive into the world of mainstream, cult, genre, arthouse, and independent cinema. Community-driven, Nikki & Gavin aim to showcase film's unique ability to deepen friendships through the discussion of complex ideas and emotional experiences. We believe film (among many other artistic experiences) can widen the horizons of one's empathy. Also: we like talking about movies!

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Moonstruck (1987) & Hit Man (2023)

Moonstruck (1987) & Hit Man (2023)