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Two movies about the real dangers being closer than you might think — it's The Shining vs Colossal. 00:48 The Shining 11:19 Colossal 18:32 Similarities 28:16 What Colossal does better

Mara Wilson (Matilda, BoJack Horseman) truly feels like a best friend when chatting with her, and can talk about anything with ease and humor. We cover psychological studies, attractive 90s looks, and very specific movie genres in addition to discussing her acting career, her book (which I love) Where Am I Now? True Stories of Girlhood and Accidental Fame, and how she curates such a perfect Twitter feed. Follow Mara on Twitter and Instagram | Read Mara's book, Where Am I Now? | Mara is on Cameo | Read more Mara on Shan't We Tell the Vicar | Listen to Mara narrate The Faceless Old Woman Who Secretly Lives In Your Home

Two darkly humorous movies about living life outside the bounds of polite society and overcoming dependencies - it's Trainspotting vs Ass Backwards. TIME CODES: 01:06 Trainspotting 09:29 Ass Backwards 17:09 Similarities 27:45 What Ass Backwards did better

Two movies about becoming powerful, becoming a symbol, and fighting against the reality of our world — it's The Matrix vs Catwoman.  TIME CODES: 00:45 The Matrix 11:30 Catwoman 21:51 Similarities 30:03 What Catwoman did better

Two movies about a person taking on a new identity after growing tired of who they are but they soon realize things are never that easy — it's The Nightmare Before Christmas vs While You Were Sleeping.  Happy holidays, see you all in 2021!  Listen to the Movie Reviews in 20 Qs episode I guested on about The Nightmare Before Christmas!

Rachel True (The Craft, Half & Half) is a brilliant actress who imbues her roles with humor and realism, and she's also an incredible author. Her book, True Heart Intuitive Tarot, is a beautiful look at the practice of tarot as well as her own life, and she weaves the two together in a way that makes the book difficult to put down. In this dream of an episode, Rachel breaks down the practical ways you can use tarot, puts a theory about The Craft to bed, and shares some perfect film recommendations, so listen up! Follow Rachel on Instagram and on Twitter | Get your own copy of True Heart Intuitive Tarot | Leave a review on Goodreads or Amazon | Join Rachel's Patreon

Two movies about the course of someone's life changing due to outside influence, with a healthy dose of isolation and voyeurism thrown in — it’s Oldboy vs How the Grinch Stole Christmas. We are 150 episodes in, and this is one of my favorite pairings yet. Thank you for your continued support!

Two heist movies featuring people who have hidden motives and Ben Affleck — it's The Town vs Reindeer Games.

Everything Alexandra Holden is in, she elevates. A comedic delight who is responsible for some iconic characters in my favorite things (Friends, Drop Dead Gorgeous, Rizzoli & Isles), and who is now creating her own sketch comedy on Instagram as half of Out of Luck Show. I loved getting new insight into the dark humor behind her projects as well as discussing the unifying hotness of Bruce Willis. Follow @heyalexandraholden on Instagram | Watch Out of Luck Show on Instagram and YouTube

Two movies about groups stuck in one spot, dealing with an inevitable end — it's The Hateful Eight vs It's a Disaster. 

Two movies that explore inevitability and what hand we have in our future - it’s Requiem for a Dream vs Final Destination.

Two movies about complicated maternal relationships and the opportunities that youth affords — it's Lady Bird vs Sleepwalkers.

Jamie Gray Hyder (Law & Order: SVU, COD: Infinite Warfare) took my favorite thing in the world and made it even better when she joined Law & Order: Special Victims Unit. This conversation was a delight, ranging from the direction of the newest season of SVU, to the childhood playtime vibes of portraying a video game character, to the thoughtful ways Jamie engages with social media. She is such a bright light and so funny - enjoy! SVU airs Thursdays on NBC at 9PM | Follow Jamie Gray Hyder on Instagram and Twitter (both @JGHyder) | Book a Cameo from Jamie (and help out a good cause!)

Two movies about unique perspectives, alienation, and sacrifice — it's Donnie Darko vs Compulsion.

Two undercover movies about coming to terms with who you are and the importance of community — it's The Departed vs Undercover Brother. 

Halloween queen Kimberly J. Brown (Halloweentown, Bringing Down the House, Guiding Light) is my guest, so obviously we talk all things Cromwell family and the joy of Disney Channel Original Movies, but we also get into her killer crafts and having some of the all-time best on-screen families. Spend your Halloween with Kimberly at the virtual Galaxy Con panel! Follow Kimberly on Instagram and Twitter | Peruse Craftily Creative on Etsy | Explore the inside of the book from Halloweentown and watch Realm Are They Now? on her YouTube | Find all things Kimberly on KimberlyJBrown.com

Two movies about being punished for sins you did not commit and also the power of myth — it's A Nightmare on Elm Street vs Urban Legend. P.S. Here's the fantastic A Nightmare on Elm Street Oral History from Vulture that I reference during the episode! 

Two movies about survival and the spread of corruption — it's Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1978) vs You're Next. 

Caitlin Stasey (All Cheerleaders Die, Reign, Horse Latitudes) discusses the representation her roles provide, how fun it is to play a maniac, and being invested in the Real Housewives. I also beg her to direct a movie. What a joy this conversation was, listen up then explore her work below! Follow Caitlin on Instagram | Find where to stream Horse Latitudes | Experience Caitlin's directorial skills on After Glow | Read different perspectives on Herself.com | Watch What You Like by Aliek

Two movies about control and transformation — it's The Fly (1986) vs All Cheerleaders Die.