This week, we watch the second film in the Three Flavors Cornetto trilogy. In another genre film/comedy mash-up, this outing takes us to a small town with a dark secret. Comedy and shootouts ensue. Hot Fuzz (2007), directed by Edgar Wright.
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BONUS EPISODE - Shaun of the Dead
This week, we watch the first film in the Three Flavors Cornetto trilogy and the international smash hit that instantly put Edgar Wright and Simon Pegg on the map. In one hand you have all the zombie tropes you’ve ever seen, and in the other hand you have the best British comedy of the era . Smash your hands together? Shaun of the Dead (2004), directed by Edgar Wright.
Episode 69 - North By Northwest
This week, we watch yet another Hitchcock film, following closely ahead of Vertigo. This film is famous for influencing the James Bond films, especially the ridiculous action, casual sex, and iconic clothing. Sean Connery might owe everything to Cary Grant. North By Northwest (1959), directed by Alfred Hitchcock.
BONUS EPISODE - Minari
This week, we watch the Best Foreign Language Film winner at the Golden Globes, and nominee of 6 Oscars, including Best Picture. This film masterfully jumps between hilarious moments and heavy drama like no other movie this year. The actor who plays the grandmother Soonja (Yuh-Hung Youn) should be holding an acting Oscar in a few weeks. Minari (2020), directed by Lee Isaac Chung.
Episode 70 - Das Boot
This week, we watch possibly the best ensemble cast ever to be put to film. Drama, suspense, comedy, horror…what can’t you say about a classic like this? We all watched it for the first time, and we couldn’t recommend it enough to war movie fans. Das Boot (1981), directed by Wolfgang Petersen.
BONUS EPISODE - Brazil
This week, we go on another tangent to watch Terry Gilliam’s underrated visual masterpiece. Not since Dr. Strangelove has a comedy been so dark. This movie may be a bit too out there to land a spot on the top 250, but if you’re a fan of bizarre fantasies, it may end up being a personal favorite. Brazil (1985), directed by Terry Gilliam.
Episode 73 - Star Wars: Return of the Jedi PART 3
PART 3
This week, we continue doing something we haven’t done before! Since Return of the Jedi is number 73 on the list, and TC hasn’t seen any of the original Star Wars trilogy, we are going through these movies in the order they are meant to be watched. This week we are on to Episode 6, Star Wars: Return of the Jedi, directed by Richard Marquand and written by George Lucas and Lawrence Kasdan.
Episode 73 - Star Wars: Return of the Jedi PART 1
PART 1
This week, we continue doing something we haven’t done before! Since Return of the Jedi is number 73 on the list, and TC hasn’t seen any of the original Star Wars trilogy, we are going through these movies in the order they are meant to be watched. This week we are on to Episode 6, Star Wars: Return of the Jedi, directed by Richard Marquand and written by George Lucas and Lawrence Kasdan.
Episode 17 - Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back PART 3
PART 3
This week, we continue doing something we haven’t done before! Since Return of the Jedi is number 73 on the list, and TC hasn’t seen any of the original Star Wars trilogy, we are going through these movies in the order they are meant to be watched. This week we are on to Episode 5, Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back, directed by Irvin Kershner and written by George Lucas.
Episode 17 - Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back PART 2
PART 2
This week, we continue doing something we haven’t done before! Since Return of the Jedi is number 73 on the list, and TC hasn’t seen any of the original Star Wars trilogy, we are going through these movies in the order they are meant to be watched. This week we are on to Episode 5, Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back, directed by Irvin Kershner and written by George Lucas.
Episode 17 - Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back PART 1
PART 1
This week, we continue doing something we haven’t done before! Since Return of the Jedi is number 73 on the list, and TC hasn’t seen any of the original Star Wars trilogy, we are going through these movies in the order they are meant to be watched. This week we are on to Episode 5, Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back, directed by Irvin Kershner and written by George Lucas.
Episode 20 - Star Wars: A New Hope, Part 3
PART 3!
This week, we’re doing something we haven’t done before! Since Return of the Jedi is number 73 on the list, and TC hasn’t seen any of the original Star Wars trilogy, we are going through these movies in the order they are meant to be watched, starting with the original film. Its time to do Star Wars: A New Hope (1977), written and directed by George Lucas.
Episode 20 - Star Wars: A New Hope
This week, we’re doing something we haven’t done before! Since Return of the Jedi is number 73 on the list, and TC hasn’t seen any of the original Star Wars trilogy, we are going through these movies in the order they are meant to be watched, starting with the original film. Its time to do Star Wars: A New Hope (1977), written and directed by George Lucas.
BONUS EPISODE - Moana
This week, we watch a feel good animated movie, because why not? This movie is not on the top 250 (it should be), but we need a break from the string of downer movies on the list, and taking a trip to the world Disney and its animators have created is something everyone should take time and enjoy. Moana (2016), directed by Ron Clements and John Musker.
Episode 77 - Amelie
This week, we watch the life affirming French film that resonated around the world. Audrey Tautou is Amelie (2001), directed by Jean-Pierre Jeunet .
BONUS EPISODE - Knives Out
This week, we watch the murder mystery that took the writer/director/cinematographer team from Star Wars: The Last Jedi, added in a fantastic cast, and became for the most fun film of 2019. If you live and breath, you will enjoy this one. Knives Out (2019), directed by Rian Johnson.
BONUS EPISODE - Hamilton
This week, we watch the smash Broadway hit which is now available on Disney+. Winner of multiple Tony awards and star maker of the writer/main actor Lin-Manuel Miranda, this film version of the play captures the original cast back in 2016, and for the first time ever you can watch it from your couch. Hamilton, directed by Thomas Kail.
Episode 79 - A Clockwork Orange (Part 2)
This week, we continue discussing the controversial masterpiece by Stanley Kubrick. This film has been banned in many places since its release, and wasn’t able to be purchased in England until the year of Kubrick’s death. To this day, it hasn’t lost an ounce of its impact. Lock the living room door so the kids don’t accidentally wander in. A Clockwork Orange (1971), directed by Stanley Kubrick.