Why the Flick?

What is it about fairy tales and fashion that pair together so perfectly well? Whatever the magical combination may be, it works and Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris (2022) is no exception. On a new episode of Why the Flick?, Sarah from Two Chicks Talkin’ Flicks joins us to unravel this charming story where no dream is too small — even getting your own haute couture gown straight from Paris. From the setting to the costumes, we talk about the connection between this film and the likes of Cinderella, The Devil Wears Prada, and My Fair Lady. We also discuss the movie’s deeper meaning of classism, the transformative nature of clothing, and how Dior changed the game for fashion in the 1950s.

Why the Flick? Social

⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/whytheflick⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠tiktok.com/@whytheflick⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠twitter.com/whytheflick⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠letterboxd.com/whytheflick

Two Chicks Talkin' Flicks

buzzsprout.com/1326058

instagram.com/twochickstalkinflicks

twitter.com/2chicksnflicks

youtube.com/channel/@twochickstalkinflickspodca9404

Resources

https://www.focusfeatures.com/article/mrs-harris_anthony-fabian-interview

https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/lifestyle/style/mrs-harris-goes-to-paris-costume-design-dior-1235180436/

https://www.vogue.com/article/mrs-harris-goes-to-paris-is-a-fitting-coda-to-the-fall-2022-couture-season

https://www.bbc.com/culture/article/20220712-mrs-harris-goes-to-paris-and-the-fairy-tale-myth-that-endure

Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):

⁠⁠⁠https://uppbeat.io/t/andrey-rossi/bring-the-fun⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠License code: PV0SQGNBE5ZWZCW2

Give us a corporation takedown movie any day of the week. Give us a corporation takedown movie based on a true story, led by a woman, and starring none other than Julia Roberts herself? Hell yeah. Period. On the pod, we’re joined by Bailey and Jess from Subtitles On or Off to talk about the absolute queen that is Erin Brockovich (2000). Not only does she battle corruption AND look stylish while doing it, she’s also a single mom who works too hard who loves her kids and never stops — no biggie. This episode, we get into the difficult balance women face when having kids and following their passions, Erin’s iconic outfits and what they symbolize, and how PG&E is just the worst. Plus, we take a look ahead at where are they now.

Why the Flick? Social

⁠⁠instagram.com/whytheflick⁠⁠

⁠⁠tiktok.com/@whytheflick⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠twitter.com/whytheflick⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠letterboxd.com/whytheflick

Subtitles On or Off Podcast

podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/subtitles-on-or-off

instagram.com/subtitlesonoroffpodcast

tiktok.com/@subtitlesonoroffpodcast

twitter.com/sooopodcast

Resources

https://www.vulture.com/2020/09/erin-brockovich-answers-every-question-about-erin-brockovich.html

https://londonrunway.co.uk/fashion-femininity-and-fierce-confidence-outfits-in-erin-brockovich/

https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-2000-mar-22-cl-11281-story.html

https://abcnews.go.com/amp/US/erin-brockovich-real-story-town-decades/story?id=78180219

https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2020/09/the-relentless-erin-brockovich/614185/

Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):

⁠⁠https://uppbeat.io/t/andrey-rossi/bring-the-fun⁠⁠⁠

⁠License code: PV0SQGNBE5ZWZCW2

When you think of action heroes, the shady lawyer from Breaking Bad probably isn’t what comes to mind at first. But after seeing Nobody (2021), Bob Odenkirk’s name deserves to be thrown in with the likes of Bruce Willis and Keanu Reeves. Joining us this episode to hash it all out is Zo from The Back Look Cinema Podcast. Hear us discuss what makes this action movie unique, how Odenkirk prepared for the role, and our favorite fight scenes. We also share our thoughts on all the needle drops, why every movie needs a shotgun-wielding Christopher Lloyd, and what we know so far about a sequel.

Why the Flick? Social

⁠instagram.com/whytheflick⁠

⁠tiktok.com/@whytheflick⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

⁠twitter.com/whytheflick⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠letterboxd.com/whytheflick

The Back Look Cinema Podcast

backlookcinema.com

instagram.com/backlookcinemapodcast

tiktok.com/@backlookcinema

twitter.com/backlookcinema

facebook.com/BackLookCinemaPodcast

Resources

https://screenrant.com/nobody-movie-development-bob-odenkirk-writer-call/

https://www.insider.com/nobody-inspired-by-bob-odenkirk-being-robbed-at-gunpoint-2021-3

https://movieweb.com/bob-odenkirk-credits-nobody-help-save-life/

https://www.digitalspy.com/movies/a42163122/nobody-2-release-date/

Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):

⁠https://uppbeat.io/t/andrey-rossi/bring-the-fun⁠⁠

⁠License code: PV0SQGNBE5ZWZCW2

Sometimes you just want to watch a silly, goofy movie. And if anything is going to fit the brief, it’s Rat Race (2001) — a film that may have been lost to the annals of history but certainly not by us. This episode, we’re covering this blast from the past with guest Shea from Shea’s Scare Lounge. When you have comedic icons like Whoopi Goldberg, John Cleese, and THE Mr. Bean, how could you not have a good time? Aside from the absolutely stacked cast, we talk about the downfall of slapstick comedies, ‘90s music nostalgia, and where this movie falls prey to early aughts cringe. Surprisingly enough, this movie also has something to say about how the rich take advantage of the poor, reality TV, and why all problems can be solved by Smash Mouth.

Why the Flick? Social

instagram.com/whytheflick

tiktok.com/@whytheflick⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

twitter.com/whytheflick

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠letterboxd.com/whytheflick

Shea's Scare Lounge

sheaandco.wixsite.com/sheascarelounge

youtube.com/@sheasscarelounge9416

instagram.com/sheas_scare

facebook.com/sheas.scare

Resources

https://www.looper.com/1140014/rat-race-is-a-criminally-underrated-comedy

https://www.filmstories.co.uk/features/rat-race-at-20-revisiting-jerry-zuckers-ensemble-caper-throwback

https://www.newyorker.com/culture/richard-brody/the-demise-of-physical-comedy

https://www.vulture.com/2022/02/rat-race-2000s-cheese.html

Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):

https://uppbeat.io/t/andrey-rossi/bring-the-fun⁠

⁠License code: PV0SQGNBE5ZWZCW2

There’s just something about an old-fashioned library that can be so sexy. In this episode, we’re joined by Jessica from Get Your Binge On to cover one of her favorite movies of all time — Atonement (2007). And buckle up because it’s a heartbreaker. We talk about the many nuances of this movie, including the romance of it all, our complex feelings on Briony, and book vs. film comparisons. Plus, we get into THAT scene, the inconvenience of typewriters, and our hardest Dick of the Flick choice yet. What can we say, crazy things can happen in the hot summer days.

Are we a dedicated Anya Taylor-Joy podcast now? Honestly, we’re kinda here for it. This week, we’re keeping the Anya train rolling with Last Night in Soho (2021). And we couldn’t think of better guests to help us break down all the intricate layers of this movie than John and Georgia from Comfort Films Podcast. Join us as we cover toxic nostalgia (and toxic masculinity), ‘60s music, and all the horror references. We also get into the use of misdirection, Sandie’s complexities, and what we’d like to see in a prequel.

TA-CO Tuesday is finally here and so is a new episode of Why the Flick? This week, we're joined by Alex and Danielle from Top Model Rewind to sink our teeth into The Menu (2022). Who knew when you combine the trifecta of horror, humor, and food you get the recipe for an incredible film? We deep dive all the twists and turns in this unexpected “eat the rich” plot that had us guessing until the very end. From the menu itself to the Tyler of it all, hear us explore what the movie says about classism, cult-like followings, and the perfect French fry cut. We may not be experts in fine dining, but we do know what it's like to have to deal with "that" customer.

Why the Flick? is back, baby! And there's been some changes. To kick off a new season and a (mostly) new podcast, we're joined by former cohost-turned-guest Elizabeth to discuss Gangs of New York (2002). This episode, we get into Scorsese's critically-acclaimed film that shines a light on a forgotten point in American history. For one of us, it's a nearly perfect movie. For the other, it doesn't have nearly enough Liam Neeson. From gangs to war to politics, we break down the plot's murder revenge story mixed with real-life events and whether or not it succeeds. We also share our thoughts on Daniel Day-Lewis' method acting as Bill (or Billy as we prefer), Neeson as a hot priest, and a rumored TV show in the works.

In the final episode of the season, Claire and Elizabeth are returning with a minisode dedicated to spooooky moooovies. Claire breaks down a 2019 psychological horror that's pretty looking and pretty horrifying. Elizabeth revisits a Millennial Halloween classic, but let's just say she's not feeling nostalgic. 

Why the Flick? on social:

Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):

Episode sources:  

In this episode, Claire and Elizabeth visit Vienna for one night only with the characters of Richard Linklater's 1995 indie darling, Before Sunrise. The co-hosts explore the casting, writing and structure of this unconventional end-of-summer romance and really dig into the movie's most pivotal scenes.  

Why the Flick? on social:

Episode sources:

Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):