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Episode 35: The Lost Boys

Join Amy and Kate as we watch the movie that set the template for sexy young vampires, The Lost Boys (1987)!

Spoiler: we loved this film! Another spoiler: we say “spoiler” a lot before saying things that aren’t actually spoilers!

Content notes: just the usual swearing, and discussion of the contents of the film, which is rated M for moderate impact in Australia.

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You can watch The Lost Boys on Binge.

This episode, we also talked about: live musical ‘& Juliet’, and video game Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.

Music: Main theme by X. Mullan.

Episode 34: Bill and Ted’s Excellent Adventure

Join Amy and Kate as we watch undisputed comedy classic, Bill and Ted’s Excellent Adventure (1989).

Marvel at all the new things we noticed in this rewatch, which is genuinely maybe the 40th time we’ve seen this movie! Gasp as we reveal Kate was a really annoying child to watch a movie with!

Content notes: Description of a minor traffic accident with a description of whiplash, and the usual level of swearing from us.

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You can watch Bill and Ted’s Excellent Adventure on Stan or Netflix.This episode, we also talked about: Jury Duty, Bodied Bodies Bodies, new Zelda,Vanderpump Rules, Missing: Dead or Alive?, American Manhunt: The Boston Marathon Bombing.

Music: Main theme by X. Mullan. ‘What’s Wrong With Amy’ theme by Anthony Earl.

Episode 33: Palm Springs

Join Amy and Kate as we watch time-loop romantic comedy, Palm Springs (2020)!

We get very invested in the little things, like whether you get enough rest in a time loop, if you temporarily stop existing for a bit, and how good the foley work is on those beer cans!

Content notes: This film features non-permanent violence & suicide, and abuse of alcohol and drugs, treated with relative lightness, and this is discussed in this context in our podcast. This episode also features strong language. 

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You can watch Palm Springs on Amazon Prime.

This episode, we also talked about: Zoolander, The Real Housewives: Ultimate Girls Trip, I’m a Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here, Jury Duty, Ted Lasso, Run For the Money,  Hotel Transylvania,  Search Party, The Resort, and, of course, Groundhog Day. 

Music: Main theme by X. Mullan.

Episode 32: Dunkirk

Join Amy and Kate as we watch Christopher Nolan’s epic war flick, Dunkirk (2017)!

Listen as Kate gets confused about which war this was, Amy shares the “speed watching” technique and they argue about yachts vs tugboats.

Content notes: The film contains war-type violence, suicide & suicidal ideation and these are all discussed in that context.

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You can stream Dunkirk on Netflix, Binge or Paramount Plus.

This episode, we also talk about: Colln from Accounts, Extraordinary Attorney Woo, Vanderpump Rules, Nope,  The Banshees of Inisherin and The Phantom of the Open.

Music: Main theme by X. Mullan. 

Episode 31: 9 to 5

Join Amy and Kate as we watch workplace screwball comedy, 9 to 5 (1980)!

We talk about costumes, musicals, and not knowing what the company in 9 to 5 actually does!

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You can watch 9 to 5, streaming on Disney+ and for rent or purchase on other services.

This episode, we also talked about: Murdaugh Murders: A Southern Scandal, Cruel Intentions

Music: Main theme by X Mullan.

Episode 30: The Craft

Join Amy and Kate as we watch witchy 1990s teen classic, The Craft (1996)!

We discuss the general flaky nature of time in The Craft universe, we obsess over the “snake man”, Hollywood teeth and the definition of ‘invasive’.

Content notes: The Craft contains discussions of suicide attempts and attacks on others designed to look like suicide, psychotic episodes and dead parents, and we discuss these elements. This episode also includes discussions of institutionalised racism affecting someone’s career and strong language. 

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You can watch The Craft on Stan.

This episode, we also talked about: Poker Face S1, RRR, Tár, Everything Everywhere All at Once, Barbarian, The Menu, The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent, White Lotus S2 and Indiana Jones and the  Temple of Doom

Music: Main theme by I. Mullan. ‘What’s Wrong With Amy’ theme by Anthony Earl.

Episode 29: Hustlers

Join Amy and Kate as we watch a crime drama we’re reluctant to call a crime drama, Hustlers (2019)! We talk about Usher, ethics and the justice system, and body glitter. Kate apologises to dissing the name Elizabeth, it’s lovely but it’s just not as exciting as Ramona or Diamond!

Content notes: Spoilers for Hustler, light spoilers for Goodfellas at around 17m 30s.

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You can watch Hustlers on Stan.

This episode we also talked about Abbott Elementary, Andor, and Dahmer.

Music: Main theme by I. Mullan. ‘What’s Wrong With Amy’ theme by Anthony Earl.

Episode 28: Reality Bites

Join Amy and Kate as we come back from our winter retreat and watch ‘90s classic, Reality Bites (1994)! We talk about toxic romance, brown op shop clothing, and the power of terrible young men with floppy hair. 

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You can watch Reality Bites on Binge.

This episode we also talked about: Stranger Things (spoilers through s4 from around 5 mins 30 secs), Only Murders in the Building, This is Going to Hurt, Jersey Shore, Ms Marvel, Loot, The Twelve, The Staircase and What We Do In the Shadows.

Music: Main theme by I. Mullan.

Episode 27: Mad Max: Fury Road

Join Amy and Kate as we watch Mad Max: Fury Road (2015)!

We talk Vol 4 of Stranger Things (spoilers from 2 mins 40 to 17 mins) exactly how many movies Harry Styles has coming out this year, owning movies on Blu-Ray and ‘fanging it’ in your huge rig.

Content notes: Mad Max: Fury Road has some strong themes including forced pregnancy, nuclear war & health impacts of radiation, and premature birth.

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You can watch Mad Max: Fury Road on Binge, Netflix or Stan

This episode we also talked about: Severance, Stranger Things , Obi Wan Kenobi, Midsommar, Ms Marvel, Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, Fire Island, Jurassic World: Dominion, Chip and Dale: Rescue Rangers

Music: Main theme by I. Mullan. ‘What’s Wrong With Amy’ theme by Anthony Earl.

Episode 26: Speed

Join Amy and Kate as we watch thrilling action/adventure, Speed (1994)!

We try out our best Keanu impressions, share our fear of elevators and our pure joy at remembering some of the supporting players!

Content notes: In the pre-movie chat, we discuss Covid and the flu. In the context of the movie, we mention traffic collisions, non-fatal shootings, explosions resulting in deaths and decapitation. 

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You can watch Speed on Disney+

This fortnight we’ve been watching The Staircase, Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, Severance and Love on the Spectrum US.

Music: Main theme by I. Mullan. ‘What’s Wrong With Amy’ theme by Anthony Earl.