(Heads Up: Apologies for the less than stellar audio quality, we wanted this out ASAP! Also oops, we said it was Episode 11 but it's actually Episode 10 lol)

Surprise! Ahead of tonight’s 2021 Oscars Ceremony, Jaclyn and Allison sat down to discuss every film nominated for Best Picture this year, including THE FATHER, JUDAS AND THE BLACK MESSIAH, MANK, MINARI, NOMADLAND, PROMISING YOUNG WOMAN, SOUND OF METAL, and THE TRIAL OF THE CHICAGO 7. Allison and Jaclyn also give their opinions on their personal favorites and talk about which films will go home with awards. Spoilers Ahead for all films mentioned.

Timestamps:

The Father - 3:40

Judas and the Black Messiah - 16:02

Mank - 25:11

Minari - 33:00

Nomadland - 44:10

Promising Young Woman - 53:36

Sound of Metal - 1:20:40

The Trial of the Chicago 7 - 1:35:03

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This week, Jaclyn and Allison discuss HBO’s newest film JUDAS AND THE BLACK MESSIAH with friend and fellow podcaster Elijah Freeman. In addition to discussions about our favorite biographical movies and anime, we do discuss some pretty heavy topics in this episode. If you’re especially sensitive to topics concerning violence and racial trauma, proceed with caution. Spoilers begin at 45:41.

Talking Points: Guest Introduction, Favorite Biopics, Overhyped Movie Recommendations, Jamie Foxx, Film Bro Movies, Watching 300 Episodes of One Piece, Awards Show Predictions, Daniel Kaluuya’s American Accent, Demon Slayer, Weezer’s Newest Album.

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Thanks to our guest Elijah for joining us! Check out his podcast, Ethan and Elijah Presents: Basement Bros Sports Podcast, at the links below:

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Jaclyn and Allison bring on their first guest, Jess George, to review the semi-autobiographical film ALMOST FAMOUS (2000) directed by Cameron Crowe and starring Kate Hudson, Billy Prudup, and Patrick Fugit. Spoilers begin at 43:52 and end at 54:26. We also discuss our favorite movie soundtracks and weekly pop culture picks.

Talking Points: Guest Introduction, Favorite Movie Soundtracks, Sufjan Stevens, Morrissey the Meme, Associating Movies/Scenes with Songs, The Awesomeness of Music Supervisors, How a Rewatch Can Change Your Opinion, Child Actors, The ~Real~ Stillwater Band, Favorite Songs in Almost Famous, Insane Casting, Portrayal of Music Industry, “Just Call the CEO” Energy, Professionalism vs. Fangirling, Football & the Super Bowl, Queen’s Gambit, Sundance 2021.

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Thanks to our guest Jess for joining us!

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Thanks to Ed Johnson (@WithoutYogurt on Twitter) for editing this episode!