There and Back Again & Again

"Hello... I'm Johnny Cash." Those four words were once enough to send concert goers wild. And it's no wonder. Cash was a force to be reckoned with when he came on the scene. But his life was far from glamorous. As James Mangold's 2005 biopic shows, Cash wrestled with many demons throughout his life. Through the spot-on portrayals of Joaquin Phoenix as Cash and Reese Witherspoon as June Carter, we get an award worthy glimpse into the story of their life and love. Even if you are not a fan of the music, this film isn't one you want to skip.

While critically acclaimed in 2003, this naval war epic still seemed to fly under the radar of most audiences due to the accomplishments of The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King and Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl. Despite the lack of attention from general audiences, the film still holds up extremely well. From the thrilling musical choices to the non-stop swashbuckling adventures, Russell Crowe aptly leads this crew through a tale that you won't want to miss!

It has been called the most quoted movie of all time. Or perhaps the greatest love story of all time. Either way, it is an incredible film that stood the test of time. The Princess Bride boasts an unbeatable cast, unparalleled writing, and many things that were thought to be inconceivable. Whether this is your first time with the film or a rewatch, you'll be glad you joined us!

How far should a teacher go to ensure that a student becomes great? If you were to ask Terence Fletcher, he would tell you that you can never go too far. In 2014, Damien Chazelle broke onto the scene with the Oscar nominated hit, Whiplash. However, the film would not be what it is without the life that J.K. Simmons breathed into the role of a music instructor/conductor teacher who demands nothing but absolute greatness from his students. Sean and Brendan breakdown the wonder of seeing an actor truly inhabiting a role.

You know the classic game, Desert Planet, where you have to choose three items that you would want with you if you were stranded on Mars? Well, in 2015, Ridley Scott, Drew Goddard, and Matt Damon brought that game to life by adapting Andy Weir’s 2011 novel, The Martian. The cast and crew of this sci-fi cinematic experience bring the desolate red planet to the screen in masterful form and ask the question, ‘How far would you go to save one person’s life?’

In 1999, the Wachowskis, along with Keanu Reeves, Laurence Fishburne, Carrie-Anne Moss, and Hugo Weaving introduced the world to The Matrix and completely changed the sci-fi action film genre. What is real? How do you define real? These two questions sent audiences down the rabbit hole to see if Neo really was The One. Unfortunately, no one can be told what the Matrix is. You have to see it for yourself. But we can only show you the episode. You're the one that has to listen to it.

This is it. The final episodes of the first season of Severance. The work has been mysterious. The questions have been mounting. The Innies are on a mission to make their voices heard. Will they be successful? Join us as we rewatch and prepare for season 2 of Severance before it premieres on January 17. Come on, kids. Let’s find out what’s for dinner.

The moment when it seems like your entire world is being upended by new information and disturbing experiences, the only thing that can bring everything into perspective is a music dance experience. Right? Some people seem to think so. If you thought Severance has been creating a stream of constant questions, then get ready for some answers that create more questions. But please, try to enjoy all of the facts equally. 

Imagine getting a glimpse of what the world would be like if you’d never been born. That’s exactly what George Bailey is given the chance to experience when he feels like his whole life is unraveling in It’s a Wonderful Life. The Oscar-worthy performance from Jimmy Stewart is just one of many reasons why this film has endured since its release in 1947. Listen and find out why this holiday classic finds itself at the top of Sean’s Christmas movie rankings. Happy New Year!

If you’re worried and you can’t sleep, join Sean and Brendan as they break down the Christmas classic, White Christmas. This 1954 hit starring Bing Crosby lands at #1 in Brendan’s top 5 Christmas movies of all time. Full of iconic songs, laughs and warmth, this beloved film is sure to put you in the Christmas spirit! Merry Christmas from There and Back Again & Again!