Why the Flick?

It’s Oct. 3! That’s right — put on your pink and get in losers ‘cuz we’re covering Mean Girls (2004). To help us unpack this classic cultural icon and discuss the realities of girl-on-girl crime, we’re bringing back our friends Alex and Danielle from Top Model Rewind. And hear us out. We know this isn’t your typical horror movie, but it actually covers a lot of spooky themes: what makes the perfect costume, a surprising Halloween Wars connection, and a whole subplot of crazed bus drivers running down students. Not to mention the fact that high school is terrifying in and of itself. We get into the book that inspired Tina Fey’s incredible script, how this movie put the cast on the map, and all things girl world. Plus we share our personal teen stories and favorite quotes (hint: it's all of them).

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https://www.complex.com/pop-culture/a/julian-kimble/mean-girls-the-movie-of-the-millennial-generation

https://www.forbes.com/sites/scottmendelson/2014/04/30/why-mean-girls-still-matters-10-years-later/amp/

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Spooky season is here babyeee! And that can only mean one thing here at Why the Flick? — it’s scary movie time. So to kick off our first episode, we’re descending into Barbarian (2022) with Tawny from Two Chicks and a Horror Flick. If you went into this movie knowing what to expect only to be blindsided and sent on a rollercoaster ride of emotions for 85 minutes, welcome to the club. Join us as we unpack what the movie has to say about the terror of gender dynamics, ignoring red flags, and doing your Airbnb research. We also address the movie’s unique tonal shifts, Bill Skarsgård and Justin Long casting trickery, what makes a perfect trailer, and all the possible prequels/sequels/spinoffs (sans Frank).

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https://www.theatlantic.com/culture/archive/2022/11/barbarian-2022-horror-movie-review/672003/

https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-features/barbarian-secrets-of-the-2022-movie-1235219994/

https://www.denofgeek.com/movies/barbarian-similarities-justin-long-bill-skarsgard-characters/

https://variety.com/2022/artisans/awards/barbarian-mother-creature-transformation-matthew-patrick-davis-1235375486/

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Has there ever been a bleaker movie experience than Seven (1995)? That might still be up for debate, but one thing is for sure — this is the darkest film we’ve ever covered here on Why the Flick? And that’s all thanks to Spro and Lee Take on the Academy. This episode, we’re investigating the movie that put David Fincher back on the directorial map like Alien 3 never even happened. Hear us unravel the unlikely friendship between Mills and Somerset, John Doe as a villain, and all the seven deadly sins kills. Plus, we get into the importance of supporting your public library, the sheer multitude of alternative endings, and the most important question of all: What’s in the box?!

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It’s been a hot minute since we’ve covered anything recent here on Why the Flick? So when a cultural phenomenon like Oppenheimer (2023) comes out, it feels only right to tackle it on the pod. Luckily, we don’t have to do it alone. This episode, we’re bringing back Jessica from Get Your Binge On to help us process this roller coaster ride of existential dread. Hear us break down the impact of this movie, including Cillian Murphy’s transformation, historical accuracy, visual symbolism, and the ethical dilemma of scientific discovery.

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https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/the-real-history-behind-christopher-nolans-oppenheimer-180982529/

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https://www.businessinsider.com/how-christopher-nolan-oppenheimer-atomic-bomb-trinity-test-no-cgi-2023-7

https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/movies/story/2023-08-04/oppenheimer-movie-christopher-nolan-atomic-bomb-hiroshima-nagasaki-critics

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Heyyyy horse girlies. We’ve got a flick that’s sure to scratch that horse itch you’ve been having. Sorry to Bother You (2018) might seem like a surreal acid trip, but it’s actually more accurate to real life than you think — like scarily accurate. Joining us on this weird, wild ride are Matt and Nicole from After the Kid Goes Down. We get into the movie’s timeless commentary on labor, racism, corporate capitalism, and the American Dream, with a little equestrian sci-fi thrown into the mix. For a movie that came out 5 years ago, we can’t help but wonder if Boots Riley is a prophet.

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Welcome to our orca Ted Talk. The thing about orcas is that they’re actually so timely right now so it only makes sense for us to be covering Free Willy (1993) on the month of its 30th anniversary. This episode, we’re joined by Shaleena from Everything 90s Podcast to reminisce about the '90s childhood classic that made every millennial dream of befriending an orca (or maybe just us). We talk about the unfortunate similarities between Willy and real-life orca Keiko, including the cruelty of captivity and the eventual movement to free him post-film. Plus, we get into some orca fun facts, the dynamic between Jesse and Willy, and arguably the best third act in all of film history.

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Girrrrl’s trrrrip! That’s right, we’re taking a much-needed summer vacation to Napa Valley where the wine is abundant and the paella is…sadly not. Joining us this episode is sister-of-the-host Kelleigh to sip and chat about all things Wine Country (2019). In Amy Poehler’s feature film directorial debut, six BFFs reunite for a weekend of laughs, antics, and a lil’ drama thrown into the mix. When you have SNL powerhouses like Maya Rudolph, Rachel Dratch, and Tina Fey, you know it’s gonna be a fun time. Hear us talk about our biggest LOL moments, which characters we relate to most, and the portrayal of female friendships. We also share our personal “things we say now” and DUI song picks.

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Every now and then a sequel comes along that transcends not only the original, but space and time itself. And that sequel is Shrek 2 (2004). How does one even begin to cover the magnum opus that is this film? Thankfully, we’ve got four Shrek-perts to help us peel back all the onion layers — Antonio, Dalia, Quetzal, and Skye from Sit Down Loser, We’re Watching a Movie. No matter your age, we all learned a life lesson from Shrek. From love and laughter to elitism and generational trauma, this movie really has everything. Among many things, we talk about why Shrek became so popular, our favorite needle-drop moments (hint: it’s Holding Out for a Hero), and all the incredible references. Plus, we answer the age-old question of which is better: Shrek or Shrek 2?

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There are worse ways to spend infinity than lounging in a pool all day and drinking beer with Andy Samberg. Just saying’. This episode, we’re joined by Frankie and Scott from Shoot the Flick to celebrate the perfect summer kickoff movie — Palm Springs (2020). Not only does it reimagine the time loop trope AND revitalize the rom-com genre, it also has JK Simmons who just makes everything better. Hear us discuss millennial nihilism, Reddit deep dives, and the meaning of life message. We also talk about a missing The Lonely Island song, how Samberg could be the new Adam Sandler, and what is up with the freaking dinosaurs?!

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https://www.reddit.com/r/palmspringsmovie/comments/i2va03/is_orchid_explosion_by_fournier_a_real_hair_mist/

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Were you left with unresolved emotions after watching The Banshees of Inisherin (2022)? Do you just wish you had someone you could process your feelings with? Well, we’re here to be your emotional support donkey. And helping us are Martin and Boaz from Film vs Film Podcast. In this episode, we unpack the many deep layers of this seemingly silly plot — what happens when one friend ghosts another one in 1920s Ireland. We discuss the movie’s commentary on mental health, war, and legacy. Plus, we get into the meaning behind the banshees, the Jenny of it all, and why we need to bring fecking back.

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