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The Final Episode

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-mf2tj-1540470 Kevin and Chris talk about what they were able to watch over the holiday break, finalize their Top 5 Favorite Films of 2023 and discuss what lies ahead for them in 2024. 

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Going Through Ghibli: The Boy & The Heron

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-iuxq5-1538549 In the final episode of our Going Through Ghibli series, the group talks about the latest Ghibli release, whether it will be Miyazaki’s last, and ranks all 24 of the Ghibli films once and for all. 

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Going Through Ghibli: Earwig & The Witch

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-bdars-1538542 Chris, Nicole, and Sam talk about the unorthodox approach that Studio Ghibli takes with the all-CGI Earwig & the Witch. Even more surprising is the group’s feelings toward the film. 

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CwoC Ep.175 - Godzilla, Wonka, and some James Marsden hate

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-hc6sg-152c26b Chris and Kevin come together after a busy week of watches to discuss their feelings towards the surprising Godzilla Minus One, the “okay-ness” of Wonka, Poor Things’ gorgeous appeal, and Kevin’s distaste for James Marsden’s work. Who knew? 

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CwoC Ep.174: Scott’s Dark Comedy, Ghibli Recency Bias, & The Santa Clauses Being Top

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-54mf5-1521e08 Kevin and Chris discuss how Napoleon should only be viewed as a dark comedy, The Boy and the Heron is okay with being just okay, The Santa Clauses might be the best entry in the Disney lore, Slow Horses is the best show that no one’s watching, and MORE!

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CwoC Ep.173: McCarthy’s PG Sweet Spot, Sand-Man in a Top 10 Film, and Cage Gettin’ Weird!

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-t8zva-1517fce Chris and Kevin come together to talk about a full week’s worth of streaming with a little theater watch sprinkled in. The duo discusses Genie, Leo, Dream Scenario, Netflix raunch, Oscar prospects, and MORE!

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Going Through Ghibli: When Marnie Was There

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-ibjqx-15167d0 For the second episode of the month, the group discusses When Marnie Was There, a film that divided the group, but not without leaving a lasting message about family on its way. 

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Going Through Ghibli: The Tale of Princess Kaguya

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-p8gpu-15167c2 The group comes together for November to discuss The Tale of Princess Kaguya, a film that was neither impactful nor divisive, but just…fine. 

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CwoC Ep.172: Revenging, Ballads, MCU-ness, and Anime

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-54qya-1503bc8 Kevin and Chris come together before Thanksgiving to talk about their recent double outing at the movies with The Marvels, Thanksgiving, and Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, while also talking about the amazing streaming options available like Blue Eye Samurai, The Burial, The Killer and MORE!

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CwoC Ep.171 - Flower Moons, Clown-a-thons, TV Comfort & more!

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-wqhpf-14eeb7f Chris and Kevin return to discuss their chosen absence from the theater, what new releases have been worth their time as of late, some good streaming options and MORE!

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Going Through Ghibli: The Wind Rises

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-77r58-14e7541 The group discusses The Wind Rises, a film that just might find its way permanently into the Top 5 (or 3?) of the Ghibli rankings!

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Going Through Ghibli: From Up On Poppy Hill

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-x8xjq-14e750d For the group’s first entry from October, they discuss the pleasant and entertaining watch – From Up On Poppy Hill. 

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Spooky Extravaganza: Happy Death Day

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-j7i2y-14dafab Category: Bloody Hilarious Movie: Happy Death Day

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Spooky Extravaganza: Troll 2

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-zrs74-14daf9e Category: The Worst of the Curst Movie: Troll 2

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Spooky Extravaganza: The Wretched

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-yis97-14daf98 Category: Easy Bake Coven Movie: The Wretched

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Spooky Extravaganza: The Lost Boys

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-956qb-14daf8e Category: Monster Mash Movie: The Lost Boys

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Spooky Extravaganza: Fright Night

https://www.podbean.com/media/share/pb-8qn3j-14d7fc1 Category: Monster Mash  Movie: Fright Night