Welcome to Romance Month where we kick things off with Céline Sciamma’s Portrait of a Lady on Fire. After failing a trivia segment that proves we have the collective memory of a goldfish, we dive into the "French Mansion Nude Pipe Smoking Era" and why commissioned portraits were basically just high-stakes, slow-motion Tinder. We also tackle the heavy stuff from the "Pacer Test" of historical abortion methods to a very heated debate on "armpit fingering" and the crushing beauty of the bonfire scene. It’s a chaotic look at why we’re all suckers for a love story that is mathematically guaranteed to end in heartbreak.

Today we get down and dirty with the documentary 'Kiss the Ground' exploring whether regenerative farming is our planet's literal "grounding" or just more Hollywood-narrated hype. Global climate anxiety to the high-stakes drama of personal food allergies and why some vegetables still taste like punishment. Between debating the celebrity savior complex and the political maze of inaction.

This week, we’re looking at The Pursuit of Happyness, the movie that convinced an entire generation that if you just walk fast enough and solve a Rubik’s Cube, capitalism might finally love you back. We’re breaking down the thin line between "inspiring perseverance" and "systemic gaslighting." Join us as we discuss why the "grindset" mentality is actually a nightmare, and whether Chris Gardner is a hero or just a victim of a society that forgot to build a safety net.

Join us next week for Jaiden's pick: Kiss The Ground (2020)

Today we take a long, hard look at Into the Wild, a film that asks the question: "Is it a journey of self-discovery if you don't bring boots?" We’re dissecting McCandless’s questionable decision-making, debating whether nature is actually trying to kill us, and reflecting on why escaping society usually just leads to missing it. Between the soundtrack appreciation and our own travel blunders, we manage to find the deep life lessons hidden behind the questionable survival skills.

On this episode of VIMP, we break the first two rules of Fight Club to talk about masculinity, soap, and why everyone missed the point of the movie. We’re diving into consumerism and our own personal "Project Mayhem" phases. Join us—just don't tell Tyler.

n this lively New Year’s wrap-up, VIMP hosts Shawn, Darian, Jaden, and Eli tackle the highs and lows of 2025’s cinematic landscape. The group balances high-brow analysis of films like Train Dreams and Marty Supreme with spirited debates over the "Broadway-core" of Wicked 2 and the carnivorous ethics of Together. Beyond the rankings, they deliver sharp takes on the power struggle between directors and aging screenwriters, the impact of race in horror hits like Sinners, and the constant tug-of-war between cheap nostalgia and genuine emotional resonance. It’s candid reflection on a year where the big screen proved that character development still hits harder than any CGI spectacle.

The VIMP hosts deck the halls with a cynical classic: Richard Donner’s Scrooged (1988). Between debating the merits of fake news and the trauma of the MASH finale, join us as we analyze Frank Cross’s journey from a high-powered TV exec to a man screaming about "nipple bits." Come for the film analysis; stay for the weirdly detailed discussion on afterlife preferences.

Pop the bubbly and hide your secrets, because in this episode, your hosts are diving headfirst into the holiday mayhem of Happiest Season! We're talking about more than just matching pajamas—we’re dissecting the very relatable (and sometimes hilarious) struggle of being yourself when your family is trying to turn you into a perfect, non-controversial Christmas ornament. We break down the cringe-worthy humor, the suspiciously intense acting, and why half the characters should probably be on Santa's "Naughty & Needs Therapy" list. From navigating awkward dinners that feel like a scene from Meet the Parents to the serious holiday mood swings (hello, S.A.D.!), we cover it all. It’s a witty, honest chat about family chaos, personal growth, and surviving the holidays without spilling a single secret (or drink). Tune in for the laughs!

V.I.M.P. is back and they’ve got some beef: Why is everyone so bad at restaurant etiquette, and when did theaters get so loud? But before the rants get too intense, they ask the real question: How much talent vs. luck vs. straight-up nepotism does it take to make it in Hollywood? Finally, they dive deep into this weeks movie "The Holdovers", where holiday cheer is replaced by emotional wreckage, heavy drinking, and a rigid boarding school setting. It’s funny, it’s authentic, and it proves that even the most dysfunctional holiday stories can teach us something beautiful about connection.

Four critics with conflicting degrees of intellectual authority gather to discuss this week’s very important movie: Wes Anderson's Fantastic Mr. Fox. They cover Anderson's distinct storytelling, offering a plot summary that dissects character development, friendship, and family dynamics. while also touching on theft experiences, potential baby names, gift-giving, and cinematic references. A dry, detailed, and subtly vicious look at a classic.