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Welcome back to another episode of Movies that Make Us. This week we are talking about some of our favorite films of 2023. These aren’t necessarily the films we feel will be Best Picture nominees, but ones that surprised and entertained us.Films like Across the Spiderverse, Barbie, The Holdovers, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and more are discussed, and we even talk about a few films that we were disappointed with.What are your favorite films of this year? Let us know on social media or you can reach us at podcast@moviesthatmakeus.com. Did you miss the video premier of this episode? Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel, and then click the little bell to receive notifications when we add a new video or go live.You can also follow our Facebook page so you can receive notifications for new audio or video of our episodes. As always, thank you for listening, and for now, we won’t see you at the movies… Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to another week at Movies that Make Us! There’s a lot of movies to check out at the theater this Christmas holiday, and we are talking about a great film we feel might get lost in the shuffle, The Iron Claw.This is the true story of the Von Erich family who were famous wrestlers in the Texas territories, but the tragedies they suffer outside of the ring are the heart of the movie. Zac Efron gives a career performance and the rest of the supporting cast shine bright in their ensemble roles. You don’t need to be a wrestling fan to appreciate this movie, and we definitely recommend you see it in theaters.We want your feedback, so be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel, and then click the little bell to receive notifications when we add a new video or go live. You can also follow our Facebook page so you can receive notifications for new audio or video of our episodes. We’ll be giving away passes to upcoming films, so make sure you’re watching and commenting on our posts.As always, thank yo

Welcome back to another week at Movies that Make Us! We hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving and now that the holidays are in full swing and all the delicious treats are on the table, we’re discussing a movie full of sweets in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. We talk about the original film with Gene Wilder, the remake/reimagining with Johnny Depp, and what we expect to see with the prequel starring Timothy Chalamet.We want your feedback, so be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel, and then click the little bell to receive notifications when we add a new video or go live. You can also follow our Facebook page so you can receive notifications for new audio or video of our episodes. We’ll be giving away passes to upcoming films, so make sure you’re watching and commenting on our posts.As always, thank you for listening, and for now, we won’t see you at the movies… Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s time for another episode of Movies that Make Us episode and we’re discussing films from the years we were born.This is a fun episode since we were all born in different years, and so we suggest a variety of different films. The years are 1975, 1979, and Jake hit the jackpot with 1982.In the coming weeks, we will be discussing the Marvel shows and movies released this year, Next Goal Wins, and all the films up for awards season. We’ll also be running the 10k race in Disneyland in January, so expect to see some fun shenanigans from us.Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel, and then click the little bell to receive notifications when we add a new video or go live.You can also follow our Facebook page so you can receive notifications for new audio or video of our episodes. Sometimes we even broadcast live on Facebook, so you can give us feedback right then and there. It’s pretty sweet.As always, thank you for listening, and for now, we won’t see you at the movies… Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

Welcome to the latest edition of Movies that Make Us. This week we are celebrating our 200th episode with a look back at the best films from the year 2000. This episode will either break up our team, or bring us together even stronger as Tracy picks a film that shocks both Valerie and Jake. Will our heroes come back for episode 201? What are your thoughts on films from the year 2000? We want your feedback, and as always, you can reach us at podcast@moviesthatmakeus.comDid you miss the video premier of this episode? Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel, and then click the little bell to receive notifications when we add a new video or go live.You can also follow our Facebook page so you can receive notifications for new audio or video of our episodes and enter to win tickets to screenings of movies before they are released. We also have some episodes just for our Patreon subscribers, so make sure you sign up.As always, thank you for listening, and for now, we won’t see you at the movies,  but

Click here to donate to our fundraiser for the American Cancer Society. We appreciate your support!Hello and welcome back to Movies that Make Us.This week, we’re bringing back our Staff Picks show where each of us select different movies based on a theme. With Halloween right around the corner, we discuss our favorite creatures. Some of these creatures are friendly like Jake’s selection of ET, while some are straight out of nightmares like James Cameron’s Alien Queen that Tracy selected. Val explores the creatures that exist in The Mist and the monsters that hide inside the hearts of men. Each of us select three creatures that we love and can’t wait to share them with you!What did you think of our selections? What are some of your favorite cinematic creatures?Did you miss the video premier of this episode? Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel, and then click the little bell to receive notifications when we add a new video or go live.You can also follow our Facebook page so you can receive notifications

Welcome back to Movies that Make Us. This week we are going back into the archives to talk about one of the classic films of 1983, War Games.High school student David Lightman (Matthew Broderick) unwittingly hacks into a military supercomputer while searching for new video games to play. After starting a game of Global Thermonuclear War, lightman accidentally has the supercomputer activate the nation’s nuclear arsenal in response to his simulated threat as the Soviet Union. Once he realizes the danger he’s created, Lightman must work with his girlfriend (Ally Sheedy) to alert the authorities and stop World War III from happening.Did you miss the video premier of this episode? Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel, and then click the little bell to receive notifications when we add a new video or go live.You can also follow our Facebook page so you can receive notifications for new audio or video of our episodes. We’re still raising money for the American Cancer Society, so please consider donating even

Help us raise funds to support the American Cancer Society! Every dollar goes to help the fight against cancer. Donate here: https://secure.acsevents.org/site/STR?fr_id=106335&pg=team&team_id=2685834Welcome back to the latest episode of Movies that Make Us!We’re excited to be back after missing a few weeks! Val is on the road at a convention in Portland, but Tracy and Jake discuss the Salt Lake FanX event that happened over the weekend. We were both on several panels and discuss what the show was like during the SAG and WG strikes that are happening. We got to meet with a few fans of the show, some fellow panelists, and local artists like Adrian Ropp. We also want to remind you that Movies that Make Us will be hosting a Disney trivia night on November 3rd at the Midway to raise money for the American Cancer Society. Come up and have fun, eat great food, and win prizes!Did you miss the video premier of this episode? Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel, and then click the little bell to receive

We are raising funds for the American Cancer Society- donate here: https://secure.acsevents.org/site/STR?fr_id=106335&pg=team&team_id=2685834Welcome back to the latest episode of Movies that Make Us!This week, we are talking about a powerful little film in Lion starring Dev Patel, Nichole Kidman, Sunny Pawar, and Saroo Brierly. Based on a true story, the film is set in India where a young boy falls asleep on a train and it takes him 1,000 miles from his home where he struggles to survive and doesn’t speak the regional language. After escaping from several dangerous situations, he is taken to an orphanage where he is eventually adopted by an Australian couple. As an adult, he strives to find his Indian family and reunites with them using Google Earth.We highly recommend this movie and you can stream it for free on Tubi.TV, the Roku channel, or download for purchase.Did you miss the video premier of this episode? Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel, and then click the little bell to receive noti

We are raising funds for the American Cancer Society- Donate here:https://secure.acsevents.org/site/STR?fr_id=106335&pg=team&team_id=2685834Welcome back to Movies that Make Us. This week we are discussing the classic film Pee Wee’s Big Adventure directed by Tim Burton and starring the late Paul Reubens. This film follows the adventures of Pee Wee Herman after his beloved bike gets stolen, and he takes a road trip across the country including a stop at the basement of the Alamo and the Warner Brothers backlot in an attempt to get it back. Filled with iconic moments ranging from Large Marge to dancing to Tequila on the bartop in front of a biker gang, and more.Did you miss the video premier of this episode? Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel, and then click the little bell to receive notifications when we add a new video or go live.You can also follow our Facebook page so you can receive notifications for new audio or video of our episodes. We’re still raising money for the American Cancer

Welcome back to the latest episode of Movies that Make Us!This week, we are closing out the month of July with the historical musical Hamilton. The award winning Broadway show was filmed with the original cast and released on Disney+ back during the pandemic. We know it’s not a traditional “Movie” but we wanted to discuss it anyway.What are your thoughts on the film? Do you have a favorite song from the musical?Did you miss the video premier of this episode? Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel, and then click the little bell to receive notifications when we add a new video or go live.You can also follow our Facebook page so you can receive notifications for new audio or video of our episodes. Sometimes we are are even live on Facebook, so you can give us feedback right then and there. It’s pretty sweet.As always, thank you for listening, and for now, we won’t see you at the movies…  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to another episode of Movies that Make Us. Valerie is working at San Diego Comic Con, so this week Jake and Tracy invite Krebs from Dungeon Crawlers Radio on to discuss fantasy and sci-fi films from the 80’s and specifically the movie KRULL. Saturday, July 29th is the 40th anniversary of this movie and Dungeon Crawlers Radio is having a screening at Jordan Commons in Sandy, Utah starting at 9:30am with all proceeds going to Primary Children’s Hospital. Visit www.TinyURL.com/krulltimate to donate and help them reach their goal.Tracy was a child of the 80’s and has a real love for the fantasy and sci-fi films of the era. We discuss such classics as Inner Space, Flight of the Navigator, Dragon Slayer and more.What are your thoughts on the films of the 80’s? We also want to know what sci-fi and fantasy films are your favorite so let us know on social media. As always, you can reach us at podcast@moviesthatmakeus.com. Did you miss the video premier of this episode? Be sure to subscribe to our You

Welcome back to another week at Movies that Make Us! We took a short break, but we are back and this week we are discussing the SAG-AFTRA and WGA strikes, what they are all about, and how it may affect Salt Lake FanX. We also discuss Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny.There are a lot of complicated issues with both strikes, so we try to simplify some of the bigger points and how it may affect fan conventions like the one happening in Salt Lake this September.We want your feedback, so be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel, and then click the little bell to receive notifications when we add a new video or go live. You can also follow our Facebook page so you can receive notifications for new audio or video of our episodes. We’ll be giving away passes to upcoming films, so make sure you’re watching and commenting on our posts.As always, thank you for listening, and for now, we won’t see you at the movies… Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to "Movies That Make Us," the podcast that delves into the movies that have left an indelible mark on our lives. In this episode, we wrap up our Indiana June series by exploring Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull. Join hosts Tracy, Val, and Jake as they discuss the final installment in the iconic Indiana Jones franchise.As avid fans of the Indiana Jones saga, we couldn't help but compare Kingdom of the Crystal Skull to its predecessors. However, opinions on this adventure are highly divided among fans. Some embraced the return of Indiana Jones, portrayed once again by the legendary Harrison Ford, while others had mixed feelings about certain aspects of the story. In this episode, we share our individual perspectives and evaluate how this film measures up to the magic of the classic Indiana Jones movies.This is the final episode of our Indiana June series. It has been an incredible journey, exploring the thrilling adventures of everyone's favorite archaeologist. We hope you've enjoyed t

Welcome to the latest edition of Movies that Make Us. This week we are continuing Indiana June with Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade. We love this franchise and this is one of the best of the bunch. Sean Connery and Harrison Ford have amazing chemistry, the fun is back in the series after the heavier and darker Temple of Doom, and we have a blast discussing the movie.What are your thoughts on the film? We want your feedback, and as always, you can reach us at podcast@moviesthatmakeus.comDid you miss the video premier of this episode? Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel, and then click the little bell to receive notifications when we add a new video or go live.You can also follow our Facebook page so you can receive notifications for new audio or video of our episodes and enter to win tickets to screenings of movies before they are released. We also have some episodes just for our Patreon subscribers, so make sure you sign up.As always, thank you for listening, and for now, we won’t see you at the mo

Help support our fundraiser for the American Cancer Society: https://secure.acsevents.org/site/STR?fr_id=106335&pg=personal&px=56232823Join our Patreon and help us keep the lights on: patreon.com/MoviesThatMakeUsWelcome back to another episode of Movies that Make Us. We’re kicking off summer with INDIANA JUNE! That’s right, we are discussing the Indiana Jones franchise films all month leading into his latest adventure Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny.Raiders of the Lost Ark was the very first film we ever discussed and was our second episode ever after our introductions. We are huge fans of Indy and today we talk about The Temple of Doom. The 1984 film has some great set pieces and stirred a lot of controversy with the darker themes, causing the MPAA to later install the PG-13 rating.What are your thoughts on the film? We also want to know which Indiana Jones film is your favorite so let us know on social media. As always, you can reach us at podcast@moviesthatmakeus.com. Did you miss the video p

Welcome back to the latest episode of Movies that Make Us!This week, we FAST X our seat belts and take a look at the latest adventure in cars, explosions, and Jason Momoa who has been lurking behind the scenes of previous films and is now ready to get his revenge. It’s everything you expect from this franchise and Momoa steals the show with his over the top portrayal of Dante Reyes. We definitely recommend you see this on the big screen with an audience.What are your thoughts on the film? What’s your favorite movie from the franchise?Did you miss the video premier of this episode? Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel, and then click the little bell to receive notifications when we add a new video or go live.You can also follow our Facebook page so you can receive notifications for new audio or video of our episodes. Sometimes we are are even live on Facebook, so you can give us feedback right then and there. It’s pretty sweet.As always, thank you for listening, and for now, we won’t see you at the movi

Welcome to the latest edition of Movies that Make Us. This week we are taking it back to 1955 with Back to the Future. You know and love this movie, so we won’t give a detailed breakdown. The question we have is, does the film hold up and will we give it an AAA rating?What are your thoughts on the film? We want your feedback, and as always, you can reach us at podcast@moviesthatmakeus.comDid you miss the video premier of this episode? Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel, and then click the little bell to receive notifications when we add a new video or go live.You can also follow our Facebook page so you can receive notifications for new audio or video of our episodes and enter to win tickets to screenings of movies before they are released. We also have some episodes just for our Patreon subscribers, so make sure you sign up.As always, thank you for listening, and for now, we won’t see you at the movies… Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to another week at Movies that Make Us! This week, we are talking about the latest Marvel film with Guardians of the Galaxy: Volume 3.James Gunn returns to close out this version of the Guardians that we have grown to know and love. Rocket’s backstory takes center stage and we are introduced to a great new villain in the High Evolutionary. It’s a solid conclusion to a beloved trilogy and while it’s not perfect, it’s the best Marvel movie in a while.We want your feedback, so be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel, and then click the little bell to receive notifications when we add a new video or go live. You can also follow our Facebook page so you can receive notifications for new audio or video of our episodes. We’ll be giving away passes to upcoming films, so make sure you’re watching and commenting on our postsAs always, thank you for listening, and for now, we won’t see you at the movies… Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the latest edition of Movies that Make Us. This week we are looking at the 2005 Jane Austen film Pride and Prejudice with Keira Knightley, Matthew McFadyen, Donald Sutherland, Judi Dench, and many others. Val first suggested this film after watching Creed 3 and then ties the film into Twilight. There is a method to her madness, but you will need to listen to find out how. It’s a romantic film with beautiful cinematography, music, strong acting, and it’s one of Val’s comfort go-to movies.What are your thoughts on the film? We want your feedback, and as always, you can reach us at podcast@moviesthatmakeus.comDid you miss the video premier of this episode? Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel, and then click the little bell to receive notifications when we add a new video or go live.You can also follow our Facebook page so you can receive notifications for new audio or video of our episodes. Sometimes we are even live on Facebook, so you can give us feedback right then and there. It’s pretty sw