Movies & Us

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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 ... more

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January 14, 2019 Ep. 12 - Top 10 Films Watched in 2018
At the beginning of a new year, it’s always fun to reminisce about the year before. In this episode of The Strategic Whimsy Experiment, Jen and Sarah reveal the top 10 movies they saw in 2018. Tune in for a trip down memory lane, full of quirky comedies, introspective dramas, critically-acclaimed gems, and more.
Jen’s List:
1. Phantom Thread
2. Brooklyn
3. Her
4. Minding the Gap
5. Searching
6. American Animals
7. Tully
8. Dial M for Murder
9. Crazy Rich Asians
10. Mission: Impossible - Fallout

Sarah’s List:
1. Phantom Thread
2. Birdman
3. Columbus
4. The Big Sick
5. Her
6. Ex Machina
7. Inglorious
8. Ides of March
9. Isle of Dogs
10. Black Panther
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2h 15min
January 06, 2019 Ep. 11 - Twilight (2008)
In their first episode of 2019, Jen and Sarah roast the 2008 film, Twilight. They discuss this film’s widespread popularity, the ramifications of on-screen relationships, and how responsibility and creativity go hand in hand, in this episode of The Strategic Whimsy Experiment.
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1h 7min
December 03, 2018 Ep. 10 - Dial M For Murder (1954)
Blackmail, infidelity, murder, oh my! In this episode of The Strategic Whimsy Experiment, Jen and Sarah review Dial M For Murder. They discuss Hitchcock’s unique style of filming, the challenge of adapting this story from the stage to film, and the masterful building of tension. Though not one of Hitchcock’s own favorites, the 1954 film is a joy to watch and a directorial delight.
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59min
November 21, 2018 Ep. 9 - Scoop (2006)
On this episode of The Strategic Whimsy Experiment, Jen and Sarah review Scoop. In this 2006 film, Woody Allen combines his quirky humor, endless neuroses, and an absurd premise to create a piece of strategic whimsy. They compare Scoop with Allen’s other work and discuss how it would be received if released today.
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58min
November 14, 2018 Ep. 8 - Mad Men Season 1 (2007)
Breaking away from films, Jen and Sarah dive into the first season of AMC’s hit TV show Mad Men on this episode of The Strategic Whimsy Experiment. With such stunning visuals and three-dimensional characters, it’s no wonder this show continues to gain new fans even now, more than ten years after its premiere.
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1h 4min
November 05, 2018 Ep. 7 - Tully (2018)
Leaning into the whimsy part of The Strategic Whimsy Experiment, Jen and Sarah review the 2018 film, Tully. Going beyond the film itself, they discuss the power of empathy, the importance of pursuing our dreams, and how vital it is to infuse wonder into our daily lives.
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1h 12min
October 31, 2018 Ep. 6 - Hail Caesar! (2016)
The Strategic Whimsy Experiment is back with a review the star-studded 2016 film, Hail Caesar! In this episode, Jen and Sarah unpack the Coen brothers’ bold choice to blend noir and comedy on the backdrop of Hollywood’s golden age. This colorful movie sparks a deeper conversation about the film industry, the information it shares, and the ideals it holds.
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1h 8min
September 24, 2018 Ep. 5 - The Notebook (2004)
Jen and Sarah roast The Notebook in the fifth episode of The Strategic Whimsy Experiment. Though it is hailed by many as a great love story, they discuss an alternative view and the realities of how film influences how we interact with the world around us.
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1h 7min
September 15, 2018 Ep. 4 - Her (2013)
In episode 4, The Strategic Whimsy Experiment takes on the 2013 film, Her. Jen and Sarah discuss the portrayal of modern-day romance, the importance of color and sound in setting tone, and the current state of AI. Their discussion goes beyond just film and into the implications digital media has on our daily lives.
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1h
August 30, 2018 Ep. 3 - Phantom Thread (2017)
In the third episode of The Strategic Whimsy Experiment, Jen and Sarah discuss the film, Phantom Thread. Sharing opposing views about the movie, these two dive into issues of relationships, fairy tales, and the film’s break from the traditional romance genre.
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1h 10min

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