Screen Thoughts - Movie & Tv Reviews

Hollister's nose is out of joint around why, oh why would there be a need for another Cinderella film (yes, there are more than 100 films that tell that story), and Wilder accuses her of being incapable of having fun. Ouch. It's a heated discussion and they are still friends but do not agree even one bit on the worth and the production of this film. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The twenty year anniversary of 911 is upon us and the release of Netflix's Worth, walks through the difficult process of determining compensation for the families of the victims. "Worth is really all about what a life is worth," more than the attacks that hit America on 911," Hollister surmises. It's an interesting look at what was behind the film and Hollister reading the lawyer's review of America's attitude during the years following the attack is worth the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hollister and Wilder delve into Nine Perfect Strangers, the week after The White Lotus, which is a double dose of white privilege and despair. And, to give some perspective, Hollister questions Wilder on her love of Super Hero films with her mini review of The Suicide Squad. Don't miss it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hollister and Wilder go over The Chair, with the fabulous Sandra Oh, and then Hollister brings in Lori Rutter, a friend and Harvard Alum, who brought it to the attention of Wilder and Hollister. And, Lori adds a request at the end to have Hollister and Wilder review We Are Lady Parts. Don't miss Sandra Oh's much talked about series. . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Hollister and Wilder take on The White Lotus, the HBO six-part controversial satirical series, dealing with white privilege, written by a white man, Mike White (yes, we know the last name fits the bill), and is not to be missed. Hollister falls in love with the critic, @BrookeObie, who helped unveil a point of view that she missed around the film's hubris. Don't miss this conversation around the series, and the times in which we live. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hollister and Wilder take on Dr. Death, the eight episode series launched by Peacock around the Texas doctor, Christopher Duntsch, who butchered 33 patients before being incarcerated for the rest of his life. What a cast! Christian Slater (Hollister says she never recognizes him in a film/series until she thinks about it), and Alec Baldwin take on the system in a grueling story that will make you go to physical therapy one more time before going under the knife. And, Hollister takes on Vogue Magazine for their article around film 'makeovers' (seriously?!) Don't miss this week's Screen Thoughts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

According to Hollister, Physical has enlightening moments for those women struggling with emotional issues. Wilder gets right to the point of eating disorders, anxiety and a relatable woman in the enormously talented Rose Bryrne. You remember Rose; Hollister says she rocked being Gloria Steinem in Mrs. America, but her claim is the two Emmys for her work on Damages. Hooray for Scarlett Johansson, who is taking Disney on with the fierceness of Cruella. Wilder gives some insight into the entire case, and both Wilder and Hollister agree that Amanda Knox's editorial on Medium, where she calls out the world for using her name and persona without permission (Stillwater is the film and Matt Damon is the star) and leaves her without agency. All in all, much ado is doing on this week's podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Hollister and Wilder review Ted Lasso; the series that has everyone in America laughing, and according to Hollister, perhaps it is working because of this moment in time in which we live, rather than it being funny. And, Wilder gives you some 'if you liked Ted Lasso, you will like" ideas. Hollister will be on a panel at the Wood's Hole Film Festival, and some write in comments around last week's Black Widow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hollister was not a fan of Black Widow until Wilder enlightened her and now she's going back to revisit. Don't miss Wilder's insightful take on the first Marvel film to have a female lead. And, of course, a bit about the Emmy nominations and what should or shouldn't have been. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Hollister and Wilder as they review Steven Soderbergh's No Sudden Move, a combination film noir, comedy, drama around so many pillars of plot; racism, Detroit in the 50's, crime families, and so much more. And for a little blast to the past, a reminder that The Bird Cage is celebrating its 25 year anniversary, and there are so much wonderful inside scoops to uncover. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cruella ... a must see from both Hollister and Wilder, no matter your age or whether you saw the original oh so long ago. Don't miss the history, the fun, more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hollister and Wilder review Season Four of The Handmaid's Tale, with an added review of the 1990 film, which Wilder had no idea existed. Roger Ebert's review of the 1990 film shows how far we have come in understanding the issues that The Handmaid's Tale highlights. Or not? Don't miss this episode; but beware, there are spoilers for the finale if you haven't watched it yet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the Heights is the film reviewed this week by Hollister and Wilder. "It's no sound of music?" The controversy around the casting is discussed and a general celebration of the culture and film abound. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oslo, HBO's new film around the 1993 Oslo Peace Accords, based on the play by J.T. Rogers, is a must see in this challenging moment in time almost thirty years later. Watch with your family, your class, your whatever. And, talk about it. And if you are a biz person, watch it to learn about the art of negotiation. Brilliant story. Both Hollister and Wilder had strong words around both the message and the methods used to film it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Hollister and Wilder as they take a look at the new Dexter teaser, the Halston series on Netflix and yes, the Friends Reunion. Guess who isn't a Friends fan? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hollister and Wilder dig deep into Mare of Easttown and Shadow & Bone. Dark forces from fantasy land with Shadow & Bone and dark forces in the shadows of Philadelphia take over. Both are worth a watch if you ask Hollister and Wilder. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Hollister & Wilder while they debates both Operation Varsity Blues and Percy & Goliath. No agreement this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Hollister on a short review of Season Four of The Handmaid's Tale. She makes the case for watching it, though some of the reviews are screaming, "enough is enough!" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hollister and Wilder talk Academy Awards 2021. Yes, Hollister still thinks they are a waste of time, but there’s a lot of backstory on some of the nominees, and their predictions might mirror your own. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hollister and Wilder take a look at HBO’s The Nevers series, which premiered to the largest audience in HBO history. Yes, it takes place in the Victorian era, where women were corseted, but according to the series, they also had special powers. Wilder is all in. Hollister? Not so much. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices