Have you heard about this reality TV show everyone is talking about? It follows a guy his entire life doing all these mundane things and get this — he doesn’t even know he’s being watched! Crazy, right? You should check it out. It’s called The Truman Show (1998). OK, jokes aside this doesn’t feel too far off from something that could happen in the …

It’s possible Why the Flick? might be cursed after covering Hereditary (2018), but it’s a sacrifice we’re willing to make. Just don’t expect us to come to your open séance any time soon. This episode, heads are rolling as Claire, Alex, and Danielle reunite to discuss one of the most disturbing horror movies in cinema. Ari Aster swung for the fences…

April is almost over which means we’re coming to the end of Mother Nature is a Motherfucker Month. So for our final episode in this series, we knew we had to go big — superstorm big. That’s right, it’s The Day After Tomorrow (2004) bitch. Joining us is sister-of-the-host Kelleigh to dive into the natural disaster film that really has it all. Tornad…

Do you hear that sound? That slurping camel moan of a whisper? That’s your warning to take cover because this episode we’re getting twisted up in Twister (1996). For our second installment of Mother Nature is a Motherfucker Month, we’re joined by Clarissa and Kourtney from 30, Dirty & Dying to revisit the millennial film that made us all want to be…

Spring may finally be here but let’s be real — it’s not always sunshine and rainbows out there. Because when the weather unexpectedly turns it can get shall we say…disastrous. That’s why this April we’re focused on all things natural disaster movies for Mother Nature is a Motherfucker Month. And we’re kicking off our series with the mother of the g…

Can you feel the Kenergy? The Oscars and Ryan Gosling’s pink-tastic performance might be over, but we still have some unfinished business here at Why the Flick? So this episode, we’re completing the Barbenheimer phenomenon by talking all things Barbie (2023) with Jessica from Get Your Binge On. Leave it to Greta Gerwig to take a basic Barbie doll s…

We're baaaack! That's right, Why the Flick? is officially returning with new episodes, but that's not all. This year, we're expanding our WTF family and introducing former guests Alex and Danielle as regular co-hosts! And with the Oscars right around the corner, we knew we had to kick off our season 4 premiere with *THE* definitive survival movie —…

If you thought Christmas was over, think again because we’ve got one last present under the tree for you here at Why the Flick? Closing out the last movie in our holiday series lineup and our season 3 finale is Violent Night (2022) with friend of the pod Elizabeth. In the history of cinema Santas, several icons stand out — Tim Allen, Richard Attenb…

‘Tis the season and we’re kicking off our Christmas series with a bang. When it comes to holiday flicks, none may be more unhinged or millennial-centric than Jim Carrey’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000). This episode, we knew we had to bring back John and Georgia from Comfort Films Podcast to unwrap this peak comfort movie. We talk about our …

If you’re having a rough day, chances are it’s probably not as bad as this guy’s. Because when you’re dealing with a failing music career, a nightmare-fueled road trip, and chasing a cat all over New York City, how much worse can it actually get? This episode, we’re joined by Kyle from I Know Movies and You Don’t to go on a modern-day odyssey with …

The perfect Thanksgiving movie doesn’t exis… Actually, never mind. We didn’t intend for Waitress (2007) to be turkey day-themed but when you have a movie centered around one of the most iconic holiday desserts the vibes are clear. This episode, we’re bringing on Danielle from No More Late Fees to talk about this indie darling. Hear us unpack all th…

Happy Halloween! The spookiest time of the year is coming to a close so for the last flick in our horror series we knew we had to pick something extra special and extra unhinged. This episode, we’re shouting yay go gay and giving the finger Judy Greer-style with the werewolf comedy Cursed (2005). Joining our pack to cover this beautiful, hot mess a…

When it comes to horror franchises, few have been able to withstand the test of time. So this episode, we’re going back to the one that elevated slashers to what we know and love today: Halloween (1978). Joining us to continue our spooky series and discuss John Carpenter’s classic are Abby and Caitlin from The Ride Home Podcast. This movie is famou…

It’s Oct. 3! That’s right — put on your pink and get in losers ‘cuz we’re covering Mean Girls (2004). To help us unpack this classic cultural icon and discuss the realities of girl-on-girl crime, we’re bringing back our friends Alex and Danielle from Top Model Rewind. And hear us out. We know this isn’t your typical horror movie, but it actually co…

Spooky season is here babyeee! And that can only mean one thing here at Why the Flick? — it’s scary movie time. So to kick off our first episode, we’re descending into Barbarian (2022) with Tawny from Two Chicks and a Horror Flick. If you went into this movie knowing what to expect only to be blindsided and sent on a rollercoaster ride of emotions …

Has there ever been a bleaker movie experience than Seven (1995)? That might still be up for debate, but one thing is for sure — this is the darkest film we’ve ever covered here on Why the Flick? And that’s all thanks to Spro and Lee Take on the Academy. This episode, we’re investigating the movie that put David Fincher back on the directorial map …

It’s been a hot minute since we’ve covered anything recent here on Why the Flick? So when a cultural phenomenon like Oppenheimer (2023) comes out, it feels only right to tackle it on the pod. Luckily, we don’t have to do it alone. This episode, we’re bringing back Jessica from Get Your Binge On to help us process this roller coaster ride of existen…

Heyyyy horse girlies. We’ve got a flick that’s sure to scratch that horse itch you’ve been having. Sorry to Bother You (2018) might seem like a surreal acid trip, but it’s actually more accurate to real life than you think — like scarily accurate. Joining us on this weird, wild ride are Matt and Nicole from After the Kid Goes Down. We get into the …

Welcome to our orca Ted Talk. The thing about orcas is that they’re actually so timely right now so it only makes sense for us to be covering Free Willy (1993) on the month of its 30th anniversary. This episode, we’re joined by Shaleena from Everything 90s Podcast to reminisce about the '90s childhood classic that made every millennial dream of bef…

Girrrrl’s trrrrip! That’s right, we’re taking a much-needed summer vacation to Napa Valley where the wine is abundant and the paella is…sadly not. Joining us this episode is sister-of-the-host Kelleigh to sip and chat about all things Wine Country (2019). In Amy Poehler’s feature film directorial debut, six BFFs reunite for a weekend of laughs, ant…

Every now and then a sequel comes along that transcends not only the original, but space and time itself. And that sequel is Shrek 2 (2004). How does one even begin to cover the magnum opus that is this film? Thankfully, we’ve got four Shrek-perts to help us peel back all the onion layers — Antonio, Dalia, Quetzal, and Skye from Sit Down Loser, We’…

There are worse ways to spend infinity than lounging in a pool all day and drinking beer with Andy Samberg. Just saying’. This episode, we’re joined by Frankie and Scott from Shoot the Flick to celebrate the perfect summer kickoff movie — Palm Springs (2020). Not only does it reimagine the time loop trope AND revitalize the rom-com genre, it also h…

Were you left with unresolved emotions after watching The Banshees of Inisherin (2022)? Do you just wish you had someone you could process your feelings with? Well, we’re here to be your emotional support donkey. And helping us are Martin and Boaz from Film vs Film Podcast. In this episode, we unpack the many deep layers of this seemingly silly plo…

What is it about fairy tales and fashion that pair together so perfectly well? Whatever the magical combination may be, it works and Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris (2022) is no exception. On a new episode of Why the Flick?, Sarah from Two Chicks Talkin’ Flicks joins us to unravel this charming story where no dream is too small — even getting your own ha…

Give us a corporation takedown movie any day of the week. Give us a corporation takedown movie based on a true story, led by a woman, and starring none other than Julia Roberts herself? Hell yeah. Period. On the pod, we’re joined by Bailey and Jess from Subtitles On or Off to talk about the absolute queen that is Erin Brockovich (2000). Not only do…

When you think of action heroes, the shady lawyer from Breaking Bad probably isn’t what comes to mind at first. But after seeing Nobody (2021), Bob Odenkirk’s name deserves to be thrown in with the likes of Bruce Willis and Keanu Reeves. Joining us this episode to hash it all out is Zo from The Back Look Cinema Podcast. Hear us discuss what makes t…

Sometimes you just want to watch a silly, goofy movie. And if anything is going to fit the brief, it’s Rat Race (2001) — a film that may have been lost to the annals of history but certainly not by us. This episode, we’re covering this blast from the past with guest Shea from Shea’s Scare Lounge. When you have comedic icons like Whoopi Goldberg, Jo…

There’s just something about an old-fashioned library that can be so sexy. In this episode, we’re joined by Jessica from Get Your Binge On to cover one of her favorite movies of all time — Atonement (2007). And buckle up because it’s a heartbreaker. We talk about the many nuances of this movie, including the romance of it all, our complex feelings …

Are we a dedicated Anya Taylor-Joy podcast now? Honestly, we’re kinda here for it. This week, we’re keeping the Anya train rolling with Last Night in Soho (2021). And we couldn’t think of better guests to help us break down all the intricate layers of this movie than John and Georgia from Comfort Films Podcast. Join us as we cover toxic nostalgia (…

TA-CO Tuesday is finally here and so is a new episode of Why the Flick? This week, we're joined by Alex and Danielle from Top Model Rewind to sink our teeth into The Menu (2022). Who knew when you combine the trifecta of horror, humor, and food you get the recipe for an incredible film? We deep dive all the twists and turns in this unexpected “eat …

Why the Flick? is back, baby! And there's been some changes. To kick off a new season and a (mostly) new podcast, we're joined by former cohost-turned-guest Elizabeth to discuss Gangs of New York (2002). This episode, we get into Scorsese's critically-acclaimed film that shines a light on a forgotten point in American history. For one of us, it's a…

In the final episode of the season, Claire and Elizabeth are returning with a minisode dedicated to spooooky moooovies. Claire breaks down a 2019 psychological horror that's pretty looking and pretty horrifying. Elizabeth revisits a Millennial Halloween classic, but let's just say she's not feeling nostalgic. Why the Flick? on social: instagram.com…

In this episode, Claire and Elizabeth visit Vienna for one night only with the characters of Richard Linklater's 1995 indie darling, Before Sunrise. The co-hosts explore the casting, writing and structure of this unconventional end-of-summer romance and really dig into the movie's most pivotal scenes. Why the Flick? on social: instagram.com/whythef…

Why the Flick? is *usually* a podcast cohosted by two friends and former journalists, but this week, let's make it three. Top Model Rewind podcast co-host Danielle joins Claire and Elizabeth to dive deep into the biopic of the year, Baz Luhrmann's Elvis. The trio talk about Baz's unique vision, Austin Butler's star-making performance, controversies…

By some miracle, this episode isn't three hours long. Claire and Elizabeth take you through the multiverse of directing duo the Daniels' absurd, frenetic and brilliant 2022 flick, Everything Everywhere All at Once. The co-hosts talk nihilism, family dynamics, living in the present moment and, yes, those creepy hot dog fingers. Why the Flick? on soc…

In this minisode, Claire reviews Ron Howard's latest feature based on true and recent events, and Elizabeth goes back to 10th century Iceland for what some are calling the definitive Viking movie. Listen to the end to find out which flick the co-hosts will dissect in the next main episode. Why the Flick? on social: instagram.com/whytheflick tiktok.…

This week, Claire and Elizabeth get nostalgic with the 1998 rom-com classic You've Got Mail, and fondly remember the sweet, sweet agony of the dial-up days. Plus, the co-hosts remember and honor the late writer and director Nora Ephron. Why the Flick? on social: instagram.com/whytheflick tiktok.com/@whytheflick? twitter.com/whytheflick Episode sour…

In this minisode, Elizabeth gushes over a new and "wholly unique" animated feature from Netflix and Claire gives us a sneak peek of Jordan Peele's latest horror/sci-fi flick that she says you *must* see in theaters. Plus, the co-hosts share which 90s movie they'll revisit in the next main episode. Why the Flick? on social: instagram.com/whytheflick…

What screams summertime more than sunshine and swimming pools? How about a killer shark wreaking havoc on a small beach town? In this episode, Claire tells us all about one of her favorite seasonal flicks, Steven Spielberg's Jaws (1975). The co-host explains why the making of this classic was an actual nightmare, how it launched Spielberg's career …

Your hosts are back with two mini-reviews for your listening pleasure. Claire geeks out over the newest MCU movie to hit theaters and Elizabeth shares her thoughts on an autobiographical flick written and directed by a knight (no, really!). While these flicks are polar opposites on the surface, there's one man that ties them together. Why the Flick…

In this episode, Elizabeth and Claire take a trip to Pandora, the fictional world of the Na'vi as seen in James Cameron's Avatar (2009). The co-hosts dive into the decades of inspiration behind Avatar, the greatness that is James Cameron and what to know about the upcoming sequel. Why the Flick? on social: instagram.com/whytheflick tiktok.com/@whyt…

It's Why The Flick?'s first ever minisode and the co-hosts have two *very* different, new-release movies to recommend for your queue. Elizabeth shares why she thinks you should watch the latest (and oh-so-seductive) Emma Thompson flick and Claire reviews a movie that we all knew she'd flock to see in the theaters (but her take may surprise you). Wh…

Claire and Elizabeth are back and they're starting out with a movie that will make you laugh hysterically or roll your eyes until it hurts (or both). Enjoy this trip back to the year 2000 with the first installment of Scary Movie, during which your co-hosts address the movie's problematic punchlines, the rise and fall of parodies and much more. Mus…

Claire and Elizabeth may be going on an extended break, but they’re giving you a finale as epic as Christopher Nolan's Interstellar (2014). In this nearly three-hour long episode, the co-hosts explore the real-life science and history behind the movie, debate the character’s ethical choices and highlight some questionable plot holes. Music from Upp…

The Power of the Dog (2021) is this year's critically acclaimed Oscars frontrunner—and Claire and Elizabeth just. don't. get. it. The co-hosts discuss the film's molasses-like pace, its portrayal of a closeted gay cowboy, what it says (and doesn't say) about toxic masculinity, and the ending's big twist. Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): htt…

In episode 15, Claire and Elizabeth unpack Spencer (2021), a cinematic fable starring Kristen Stewart as Princess Diana like we've never seen before. The co-hosts dig into the film's many metaphors, question whether the retelling exploits a true tragedy and share why the movie ultimately won them over. Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https…

In episode 14, Claire and Elizabeth meet The Descendants (2011)—and they're "haole as shit." The co-hosts discuss the George Clooney flick's problematic portrayal of Hawaii, what it teaches us about grief and forgiveness, and which actor really stole the show. Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mojo/rebel License code: 3Y…

In this episode, Claire and Elizabeth review the pod's first foreign film with Haifaa Al-Mansour's endearing and historic Wadjda (2012). The co-hosts talk about the movie's universal themes, the challenges of filming the first ever feature-length movie in Saudi Arabia and the country's evolving film industry. Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!)…

In celebration of Valentine’s Day, Claire and Elizabeth dive into the 2014 anti-romance, female revenge flick The Other Woman. For one host, it’s a go-to guilty pleasure loaded with laughs. For the other, it earned the lowest Why the Flick? rating yet. Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/mojo/rebel License code: 3YRZVIJ0A2…

In this episode, Claire and Elizabeth hit the dark, gritty streets of Gotham and meet Arthur Fleck, the man who morphs into the Joker (2019). The co-hosts discuss Joaquin Phoenix's chilling performance, method acting extremes, the film's portrayal of violence and mental health, and what its cryptic ending could mean. Music from Uppbeat (free for Cr…