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Also Happy Anniversary and Happy Engagement!This week we try to discuss 1996's The Rock with Nic Cage, Sean Connery, Ed Harris, and a giant cast of all stars, directed by Michael Bay. We also cover The Sorcerer's Apprentice from 2010 with Cage and Jay Baruchel.As always, it's mostly riffing, reminiscing, and arguing a little. We've changed our rating from percentages, stars, and random numbers to snacks and other foods. We did manage to find a six degrees of separation outside of Nic Cage!Stick around and see what we're doing for December!Intro and Outro music created for MWT by Grim Avenue

It's Nic FRICKIIIIIIINNNNN CAGE! Finally.Pull up a snack and join us as we kick off Nic Cage November! First on the docket? Willy's Wonderland (2021) and Season of the Witch (2011)... We share our thoughts and some fun little trivia facts. Do YOU have a six degrees of separation connecting them without Nicolas Cage? Because we do - it's just not included. Intro and outro music created for MWT by Grim Avenue

Worms or tofu? Garlic bath or peanut butter?Death by stereo or meat cleaver in the kitchen?Boardwalk carnival or summer camp games?This week Jess and Kie discuss mom's intro to horror, 1987's The Lost Boys, and a newer slasher flick, Hell of a Summer from 2023. Pull up a snack and join us for another pure GenX vs GenZ horror matchup!Intro and outro created for MWT by Grim Avenue

Ti-i-i-ime is on my si-ide.Yes it is.Second week in a row with a VERY prevalent Rolling Stones song! How do you like possession? Spiritual stalking? What about cryptids and time loops, and science experiments gone very VERY wrong? Gore? There's a little bit of all of that and more in today's episode! Join us for two extremely different, but equally creepy, movies, 1998's Fallen and 2025's Until Dawn. Talk about GenX vs GenZ!Intro and outro music created for MWT by Grim Avenue

What do you do when the spirit chooses you?Do you run?Do you dig?The answer is: Whatever they want. In this episode, Jess and Kie discuss psychological thriller Stir of Echoes (1999) and Disney's only supernatural horror flick, 2006's Stay Alive. Pull up a snack and join us! Intro and outro created for MWT by Grim Avenue

This week, we explore the details and lore behind Five Nights at Freddy's 2 from 2025, including its development, reception, and connections to the broader franchise. We also discuss the challenges of understanding the complex lore for regular viewers (gamers get it!) and share insights into the characters and animatronics.We also delve into the intricacies of 2021's 'The Little Things,' exploring its themes, character development, and behind-the-scenes trivia. Join us for a deep dive into this compelling crime drama and why it might have been a bigger hit, if not for timing.Intro and Outro created for MWT by Grim Avenue

In this episode, we delve into the making of the 2007 film Zodiac, exploring its historical accuracy, the meticulous work behind the scenes, and the fascinating details about the real case and its portrayal. Pull up a snack and join us for an in-depth discussion on one of the most intriguing unsolved mysteries and the craft of film-making that brings it to life!THEN, grab some more popcorn, because following Zodiac, we explore the making of the movie Five Nights at Freddy's (2023), its connections to the game series, and behind-the-scenes insights into its production and Easter eggs. We also discuss fan reactions, character analysis, and the film's appeal to different audiences!Intro and outro created for MWT by Grim Avenue

Brah! This week Jess and Kie explore 2007's animated mockumentary "Surf's Up" with its righteous soundtrack and totally tubular camera work, while also dissecting why Barbie made us all feel some sort of way in 2023. Grab your board and pull up a snack, while we bid farewell to summer and welcome spooky season by giving a sneak peek into what we have in store this autumn! Intro and outro music created for MWT by Grim Avenue

ANOTHER existential crisis? There's always somethin...This week we cover the classic comedy Billy Madison (1995) and highly acclaimed Rango (2011), all because someone picked "pass out/faint" for our scavenger hunt item this week. Among an unlikely pair of movies, we find more than one connection, as usual, and remind ourselves why we're no serious analysts here. All thumbs down from the bigwigs, and just plain ol' not-always-so-wholesome chaotic fun with your favorite non-critical movie critics!Pull up a snack and join us as we marvel over Rango's animation style and wonder what the hell Billy just said...Intro and outro music created for MWT by Grim Avenue

In this episode, we’re settling in for a cozy chat about two absolute classics: Mean Girls and Ferris Bueller’s Day Off.We’ve got favorite scenes, iconic quotes, nostalgia, memories, behind-the-scenes tidbits, and plenty of opinions... We also wander into the bigger stuff: friendship, growing up, fitting in, making questionable choices, karma, and that sometimes awkward journey of figuring out who you actually are. Because underneath all the laughs and teenage chaos, both of these movies have beautiful messages about finding your way to your true self.And then there’s the dog(s)... Barking and snarling and gnashing teeth, tippy-tapping and demanding attention; they wanted to be part of our movie night. We apologize for absolutely none of it. Okay, maybe a little.So pull up a snack, pour yourself something Glen Hot Coco, get comfortable, and COME SIT WITH US!Intro and Outro created for MWT by Grim Avenue