The North American Friends Movie Club

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Brent, Nate, and Kate loop into the 2020 Sci-Fi Romantic Comedy Palm Springs starring:

Andy Samberg as Nyles, Misty's boyfriend and Sarah's love interest

Cristin Milioti as Sarah Wilder, half-sister of the bride Tala

J. K. Simmons as Roy Schlieffen, another person trapped within the time loop

Peter Gallagher as Howard Wilder, Sarah and Tala's father

Meredith Hagner as Misty, Nyles's girlfriend and Tala's bridesmaid

Camila Mendes as Tala Anne Wilder, Sarah's sister and the bride

Tyler Hoechlin as Abraham Eugene

Trent "Abe" Schlieffen, Tala's fiancé

Chris Pang as Trevor, the wedding officiant

Jacqueline Obradors as Pia Wilder, Sarah's stepmother and Tala's mother

June Squibb as Nana Schlieffen, Abe's grandmother

Tongayi Chirisa as Jerry Schlieffen, a groomsman and one of Nyles' hookups

Dale Dickey as Darla, a woman in a bar

Conner O'Malley as Randy, a groomsman

Jena Friedman as Daisy the Bartender

Brian Duffy as Spuds

Martin Kildare as Ted the Bartender

Clifford V. Johnson as Professor

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Kate, Nate, and Brent dip into the 1988 American fantasy comedy mystery Who Framed Roger Rabbit starring: Bob Hoskins, Christopher Lloyd, Charles Fleischer, Kathleen Turner, Joanna Cassidy, Stubby Kaye, Alan Tilvern, Lou Hirsch, David Lander, Richard LeParmentier, Betsy Brantley, Mel Blanc, Wayne Allwine, Tony Anselmo, Dee Bradley Baker, Nancy Cartwright, Cherry Davis, Miriam Margolyes, June Foray, Pat Buttram, Jim Cummings, Mae Questel, Frank Welker, and Joe Alaskey.

Set in a fictional 1947 Los Angeles, the movie follows the story of Eddie Valiant (Bob Hoskins), a down-on-his-luck private detective who gets embroiled in a mystery involving cartoon characters in a world where they coexist with humans.

The film opens with the murder of Marvin Acme, the owner of Toontown, the bustling district where cartoon characters reside. Roger Rabbit (voiced by Charles Fleischer), a zany and beloved cartoon character, becomes the prime suspect. Eddie Valiant, a hard-boiled detective with a deep-seated grudge against toons since the death of his brother, is reluctantly hired by R.K. Maroon (Alan Tilvern), the head of Maroon Cartoon Studios, to investigate the case and clear Roger's name.

As Eddie delves into the case, he encounters a seductive and deceptive cartoon femme fatale named Jessica Rabbit (voiced by Kathleen Turner), who becomes a central figure in the mystery. Alongside Roger, Eddie navigates through the vibrant and chaotic world of Toontown, facing various challenges, danger, and encounters with iconic cartoon characters like Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, and many more.

With the help of Dolores (Joanna Cassidy), Eddie's girlfriend and the owner of a popular speakeasy, the detective uncovers a nefarious conspiracy involving Judge Doom (Christopher Lloyd), a sinister judge who seeks to destroy Toontown and build a freeway in its place. Eddie must race against time to save Roger, his own life, and the very existence of Toontown itself.

"Who Framed Roger Rabbit" is a visually stunning and ingeniously crafted film that seamlessly blends live-action and animation. Robert Zemeckis's direction is superb, and the performances by Bob Hoskins and the voice cast are exceptional. The film's clever mix of humor, noir elements, and homage to classic cartoons make it an absolute joy to watch. (The Hollywood Reporter)

"Who Framed Roger Rabbit" is a landmark achievement in cinema, pushing the boundaries of what can be done with animation and live-action integration. The film's unique and imaginative concept is executed flawlessly, resulting in a thrilling and hilarious experience. It is a testament to the talent and creativity of everyone involved, from the cast to the animators. (Variety)

This film is a triumph of imagination and technical wizardry. The combination of cartoon characters and real-life actors is seamless, and the attention to detail is remarkable. "Who Framed Roger Rabbit" successfully captures the essence of classic cartoons while offering a fresh and engaging story for all ages. It is a true cinematic gem that will be remembered for years to come. (The New York Times)

With its clever script, exceptional performances, and groundbreaking visual effects, "Who Framed Roger Rabbit" is a must-see film for animation enthusiasts and cinephiles alike. It manages to be both a nostalgic tribute to classic cartoons and a compelling mystery that keeps audiences on the edge of their seats. It is an absolute delight from start to finish. (Empire)

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Brent, Nate, and Kate hop on a dragon's back and fly into May's new theme (AniMAYtion) with the 2001 animated classic Spirited Away starring: Daveigh Chase as Chihiro/Sen, Suzanne Pleshette as Yubaba/Zeniba, Jason Marsden as Haku, Susan Egan as Lin, David Ogden Stiers as Kamaji, Lauren Holly as Chihiro's Mother, Michael Chiklis as Chihiro's Father, John Ratzenberger as Assistant Manager, Tara Strong as Boh, and Bob Bergen as No-Face.

Spirited Away is a 2001 Japanese animated fantasy film written and directed by Hayao Miyazaki, produced by Studio Ghibli, and distributed by Toho. It tells the story of a young girl named Chihiro Ogino who, while moving to a new town with her parents, stumbles upon a mysterious world of spirits and demons.

The film begins with Chihiro and her family getting lost on their way to their new home. They eventually come across what appears to be an abandoned amusement park and decide to explore it. As they begin to eat the food left out at one of the stalls, Chihiro's parents are transformed into pigs, and she finds herself trapped in a world of spirits.

She is taken in by a young boy named Haku, who advises her to ask for work from Yubaba, the witch who rules over the spirits. Yubaba agrees to employ her but takes away her name, renaming her Sen. She is put to work at a bathhouse for spirits and is given a difficult task by Yubaba: to identify and serve a stink spirit that has entered the bathhouse.

As Chihiro works at the bathhouse, she learns about the many spirits and creatures that inhabit the spirit world, as well as the rules and customs that govern them. She also discovers that Haku is a dragon who is under Yubaba's control, and that she must help him break free from her spell.

Throughout the film, Chihiro faces many challenges and obstacles as she tries to find a way back to the human world. She is helped by a variety of characters, including a friendly spirit named No-Face and a river spirit that she rescues from pollution.

As she navigates the spirit world and learns more about herself and the people around her, Chihiro ultimately finds the courage to confront Yubaba and demand her name back. With the help of her friends and the knowledge she has gained, she is able to break the spell on Haku and return to the human world, where she is reunited with her parents.

Spirited Away was directed by Hayao Miyazaki, who also wrote the screenplay and designed the characters. It was produced by Studio Ghibli, a renowned animation studio in Japan. The film features music by Joe Hisaishi and animation by a team of talented animators, including Masashi Ando, Katsuya Kondō, and Yoshifumi Kondō.

The film was released in Japan in 2001 and became a critical and commercial success, grossing over $347 million worldwide. It won numerous awards, including the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature in 2003, and has since become a beloved classic of Japanese animation.

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