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We have officially reached the final film on our list! This was chosen as our finale because, as you probably already know, people absolutely LOVE The Shawshank Redemption. More than any other movie on this list, Shawshank always elicited the strongest reaction when people found out I'd never seen it. At long last, those days are now behind me. Recently Watched - 1:30 Legends of the Fall SPOILER - 11:40 The Shawshank Redemption - 26:53 Produced by Andrew Padula

Our penultimate film, as well as our penultimate Stephen King adaptation, The Green Mile has a lot riding on it as one of our anchor films in this final stretch. It's the origin of the "magical negro" plot device, with a star-studded cast, a talented mouse, and a whole lot of nonsense. We also discuss Mare of Easttown, Steel Magnolias, and Inside! Recently Watched - 1:24 The Green Mile - 25:42 Produced by Andrew Padula

This entry on our list is similar to Citizen Kane, in that it's not really a movie that's recommended as often these days, but deserves its spot due to its impact. On the Waterfront is one of the most celebrated American films. It's a movie filled with subtle performances that contains one of the most potent and impassioned rallying cries for workers' rights that still rings true today. We also discuss Mulan (2020), Now Voyager, and more! Recently Watched - 1:16 On the Waterfront - 34:55 Produced by Andrew Padula

The final Scorsese film from our list ends up being one of the most intense across all 100 movies. Raging Bull depicts a frighteningly familiar monster in DeNiro's portrayal of Jake LaMotta, and shows how destructive unchecked male ego can be. We also discuss Black Book, Bacurau, Age of Innocence, and more! Recently Watched - 1:23 Raging Bull - 50:00 Minor Spoilers for the Irishman - 1:32:50 Produced by Andrew Padula

The penultimate Scorsese film on our list, Casino stands as yet another crowning achievement from one of America's best directors. Casino has it all: style, violence, and the coolest suits you have ever seen. We also discuss the Mortal Kombat movie, Shadow & Bone, Wild at Heart, and more! Recently Watched - 1:31 Mortal Kombat - 20:37 Casino - 28:36 Scorsese Spoilers - 47:38 Produced by Andrew Padula

The Karate Kid has long been one of the best student-mentor films. Beloved by millions of all ages, it's been a staple of 80s cinema for nearly 40 years. We also discuss Curse of the Golden Flower, Godzilla vs Kong, and more! Recently Watched - 1:29 Godzilla KOTM Spoiler - 39:25 The Karate Kid - 42:16 The Karate Kid Part 2 - 1:04:38 The Karate Kid Part 3 - 1:07:52 The Next Karate Kid - 1:10:09 Produced by Andrew Padula

We discuss yet another Stephen King adaptation, as well Zack Snyder's Justice League, Lost season 1, and more! Recently Watched - 1:33 Stand by Me - 55:10 Produced by Andrew Padula

Caddyshack is a weird movie. Half a coming-of-age story, half sketch comedy, plus there's a dancing gopher; none of it should work, but it does. It shows its age every now and again, but against all odds, Caddyshack's screwball comedy gets it across the finish line. We also discuss Judas and the Black Messiah, the South Park Vaccination Special, and more! Recently Watched - 1:20 Judas and the Black Messiah - 30:39 South Park Vaccination Special - 41:19 Caddyshack - 47:25 Happy Gilmore - 1:20:56 Produced by Andrew Padula

Jesus Christ, it's Jason Bourne! Recently Watched - 1:23 The Bourne Identity - 26:50 The Sequels - 1:05:18 Produced by Andrew Padula

Endlessly quoted, parodied to death, and still a beloved cult classic, there was no version of our list that didn't include Brian De Palma's Scarface. Almost everything about this movie is now iconic, from the soundtrack to the violence. Along for the ride are discussions on Possessor, Framing Britney Spears, The Little Things, and even the original Scarface! Recently Watched - 1:30 Scarface (1932) - 1:00:19 Scarface (1983) - 1:05:11 Produced by Andrew Padula

We're celebrating the romance season with one of the all-time great rom-coms, Breakfast at Tiffany's! Audrey Hepburn was one of Hollywood's brightest stars, and this is arguably her most iconic role. A beloved classic, based on a book, a Hollywood legend, and top tier score to boot? How could this not make our list? We're also discussing Promising Young Woman, and more! Recently Watched - 1:15 Promising Young Woman - 23:28 Breakfast at Tiffany's - 40:35 Produced by Andrew Padula

The final Spielberg film on our list is probably his most celebrated. Schindler's List, coupled with our viewing of Claude Lanzmann's staggering documentary, Shoah, made for a really sobering and emotionally taxing entrance to 2021, but it was worth it. Movies like this make us better people. Recently Watched - 1:26 LA Confidential Spoilers - 12:15-19:40 Shoah - 28:55 Schindler's List - 1:07:21 Produced by Andrew Padula

This is the first of our two-episode observance of International Holocaust Remembrance Day. This first episode features Sophie's Choice. Not only does this have one of the most infamously depressing scenes in modern film, it contains one of the most incredible performances ever shot. Our next episode will feature Schindler's List, along with the landmark documentary, Shoah. Recently Watched - 1:31 Sophie's Choice - 22:14 Produced by Andrew Padula

Our final sendoff of 2020. Similar to our last episode, this was supposed to be released earlier. Here’s a much more relaxed, bonus episode about everything we watched over the holidays, and what we’re looking forward to in 2021! Session 9 - 1:06 Spider-man Into the Spiderverse - 9:10 Wonder Woman - 15:17 A Very Murray Christmas - 21:31 Black Christmas - 26:20 Christmas Carols - 30:27 WW84 - 36:52 Bridgerton - 48:06 Soul - 51:42 Yesterday - 1:00:00 Carol - 1:15:38 2021 Releases - 1:21:38 Produced by Andrew Padula

This episode is all about the Lethal Weapon series! These four films have helped define one of the most well-known movie and TV genres: the buddy cop story. From iconic lines like “I’m getting too old for this shit,” to the ultra cheesy, equally kick-ass music, Lethal Weapon is a franchise that just couldn’t be ignored. Produced by Andrew Padula

The Sound of Music is one of the most beloved American films ever made. With a soundtrack that delivers hit after hit, an irresistibly charming Julie Andrews, and a relatable story at its center, it's no wonder that this is still considered a favorite amongst film fans all over the world. We also discuss The Queen's Gambit, Fargo season 4, Happiest Season, and Mank! The Queen's Gambit - 1:39 Happiest Season - 12:34 Fargo (S4) - 18:56 Mank (MINOR SPOILERS) - 28:24 The Sound of Music - 49:06 Produced by Andrew Padula

A rural American town where dancing is banned may just be one of the most well-known and iconic premises in movie history. Who doesn't know the pitch for Footloose by now? With a lighter "Recently Watched" section, we do a deep dive into the 1984 original, and the 2011 remake of this beloved 80s hit. Recently Watched - 1:21 Footloose - 26:59 The Remake - 1:07:48 Produced by Andrew Padula

Good Will Hunting may be famous for its plot summary more so than anything it shows on screen, but it has remained an extremely popular film for the last 22 years. Everyone loves the genius janitor with a tortured soul. Kate and Andrew share a few holiday-guilty pleasures they indulged in during the post-election sigh of relief, and Phil talks about Tenet! Recently Watched - 1:23 Good Will Hunting - 41:44 Produced by Andrew Padula

There's a reason that Steven Spielberg is the director with the most entries on our 100-film list. As far as movies are concerned, he practically IS American pop culture. Close Encounters is an enormously influential sci-fi work that couldn't be ignored. Phil compares HBO's The Vow to Starz's Seduced, and we also talk about the return of Borat! Recently Watched - 0:54 The Vow vs. Seduced - 23:07 Close Encounters - 44:40 Produced by Andrew Padula

For some of the films on our list, they are inescapable titans of pop culture - E.T., Forrest Gump, The Sixth Sense. Others are more mysterious. We're aware of their existence and reputation, but there's little else we know for sure. Donnie Darko flew under the radar for a lot of people upon release, but it has become a true standout of modern indie filmmaking. We also give a spoiler-free review of The Haunting of Bly Manor, and more! Recently Watched - 1:19 Bly Manor (Spoiler Free) - 12:04 Donnie Darko - 50:20 Produced by Andrew Padula