Join me (Anna Stone) and guest host Birdy Waubanaquah from Books With Birdy as we discuss Jane Austen's Sense and Sensibility and the 1995 film adaptation. In this episode, we share how similar the book is to the movie and which changes were best and I worry that I will run out of British actors for modern casting by the end of this season.
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Jane Austen, Sense and Sensibility, film adaptation, classic literature, themes, character analysis, cinematography, book reviews, literature podcasts, movie discussions, Sisterhood, Adaptation, Heartbreak, Willoughby, Costume Design, Soundtrack, Modern Casting, Sense and Sensibility, Book vs Movie, Character Analysis
Join me (Anna Stone) and guest host Clare Yeo as we discuss Jane Austen's Emma and the 1996 film adaptation starring Gwyneth Paltrow. In this episode, we will share what it is about this story that sticks with us, cringe over which character we compare ourselves to, and elaborate on why the side characters really make the movie.
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Emma, Jane Austen, film adaptation, friendship, character growth, classic literature, Gwyneth Paltrow, Claire, movie review, themes, Emma, Jane Austen, Miss Bates, Knightley, film adaptation, character analysis, performance, soundtrack, period drama, casting
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Join me (Anna Stone) and Dalton Hessel of the Northern Nerd as we discuss 1999's The Iron Giant. In this episode, Dalton shares why this is one of his favorite movies, we compare worst moments, and have the same thoughts on live action casting of the Giant himself.
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Keywords
The Iron Giant, 2D animation, Disney movies, Dalton Hessel, Anna Stone, themes, movie analysis, nostalgia, Cold War, friendship, The Iron Giant, animation, character analysis, voice acting, emotional storytelling, costume design, soundtrack, modern casting
Join me (Anna Stone) and guest host Jenna Tobin as we discuss 1997's Anastasia. In this episode, we consider the historical inaccuracies as beneficial to the film, randomly break into song, and have a very unhinged yet basic live action casting.
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Keywords
Anastasia, Disney, 2D animation, historical inaccuracies, favorite scenes, character analysis, nostalgia, Russian history, themes, movie review, Anastasia, character performances, costume design, musical highlights, animation quality, live action casting
Join me (Anna Stone) and guest host Heidi Masse as we discuss 1998's The Prince of Egypt. In this episode, we discuss our opinions on God in the Old Testament, remark on the outstanding cast, and Heidi has the most unhinged live action casting to date.
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Keywords
The Prince of Egypt, Disney, DreamWorks, animation, biblical stories, faith, music, movie analysis, themes, cast, The Prince of Egypt, Aaron, female characters, animation, casting, musical highlights, costume design, biblical stories, movie review
Join me (Anna Stone) and guest host Emilio Tostado from the Sleepless Cinematic Podcast as we discuss 1989's The Little Mermaid. In this episode, we share how the music in this movie truly defines it, disagree on the worst song, and Emilio sheds some light on viewing this film through the eyes of a parent.
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Keywords
Disney, The Little Mermaid, animation, nostalgia, themes, character analysis, voice cast, musical elements, cultural significance, The Little Mermaid, Disney, character analysis, cultural relevance, outdated themes, father-daughter dynamics, problematic elements, musical brilliance, character development, villain dynamics, voice acting, costume design, The Little Mermaid, Disney, animation, music, fashion, casting, live action, film analysis
Join me (Anna Stone) and guest host Andrew Corns of Revisionist's Almanac as we discuss 1995's Pocahontas. In this episode, we share how uncomfortable this movie was to watch in 2025, agree on the beauty of the animation, and are completely confused by some of the performances.
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Keywords
Disney, Pocahontas, animation, cultural representation, film critique, environmentalism, indigenous stories, nostalgia, 90s movies, film history, Pocahontas, Disney, animation, film review, character analysis, music, storytelling, adaptations, cultural representation, movie critique
Join me (Anna Stone) and guest host Emma Kirst as we discuss my number 1 pick of the season, 1991's Beauty and the Beast. In this episode, we share the connection we both felt to Belle growing up, completely disagree on the best and worst costumes, and just wait until you hear Emma's live action casting choices.
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Beauty and the Beast, Disney, animation, true love, character growth, memorable scenes, musical numbers, cast, themes, Beauty and the Beast, Disney, animation, character analysis, societal critique, costume design, music, modern casting
Join Anna of Stone's Top Tens and Mariquita of Post-Film Clarity as we watch Fleabag! This is Mariquita's third rewatch and Anna's first time watching.
In this episode we look back at the series as a whole (including a secret tally of how many predictions Anna got right) and consider what we will take away from the show.
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Cranes in the Sky by Solange
Keywords
Fleabag, Phoebe Waller-Bridge, character analysis, relationships, unrequited love, self-discovery, finale discussion, Claire, Martin, Godmother, Priest, Fleabag, Phoebe Waller-Bridge, grief, emotional growth, TV recommendations, Catholic traditions, sisterhood, love stories
Join me (Anna Stone) and guest hosts Alix Brown and Kevin LeClaire as we discuss a bonus Halloween movie, 2025's Weapons. In this episode, we will reveal our shared scary movie background, agree on the phenomenal acting, and disagree on our current scary movie feelings.
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scary movies, horror films, personal experiences, movie analysis, themes of fear, nostalgia, childhood memories, movie recommendations, Weapons, film discussion, horror, film review, character analysis, suspense, childhood, emotional depth, cast performance, costume design, soundtrack, movie discussion, movie casting, horror genre, character analysis, nostalgia, film discussions, casting choices, horror movies, pop culture
Join Anna of Stone’s Top Tens and Mariquita of Post-Film Clarity as we watch Fleabag! This is Mariquita’s third rewatch and Anna’s first viewing.
In this episode the Priest backs out of the wedding, Claire gets a haircut, and the Priest visits Fleabag at her house.
Keywords
Fleabag, rewatch, themes, character dynamics, relationships, humor, insights, analysis, television, comedy
Join me (Anna Stone) and guest host Mariquita Reese of Post-Film Clarity as we discuss 1997's Hercules. In this episode, we contemplate the true message behind the movie, completely agree on the James Woods performance, and somehow end up talking about Gossip Girl and The OC.
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Keywords
Disney, Hercules, animation, film analysis, character growth, themes, podcast, storytelling, mythology, heroism, Hercules, Disney, animation, character analysis, nostalgia, celebrity culture, voice cast, modern relevance, mythological references, training montages, Hercules, Disney, animation, character design, musical numbers, live action casting, costume design, Disney legends
Join Mariquita of Post-Film Clarity and Anna of Stone’s Top Tens as we watch Fleabag! This is Mariquita’s third rewatch and Anna’s first viewing.
In this episode Fleabag and the Priest get dangerously close, she reminisces about her mother's funeral, then vulnerably confesses her sins.
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Keywords
Fleabag, TV series, Phoebe Waller Bridge, Andrew Scott, British Comedy, Recaps, Rewatch,TV Podcast, character analysis, grief, sisters, relationships, humor, binge-watching, self-destructive behavior, coping mechanism, media consumption, fourth wall, Catholicism, feminism
Join me (Anna Stone) and guest hosts Scott and Frankie from Shoot the Flick as we discuss 2000's The Emperor's New Groove. In this episode, we consider how this differs from other Disney movies of the time, completely agree on the best actor, and bring up our favorite quotes of the film.
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Disney, Emperor's New Groove, animation, movie review, podcast, humor, friendship, legacy, 2D animation, underrated films, Disney, animation, humor, character dynamics, production challenges, live action casting, film critique, comedy, storytelling, animation style
Join Anna of Stone's Top Tens and Mariquita of Post-Film Clarity as we watch Fleabag! This is Mariquita's third rewatch and Anna's first viewing.
This episode includes insights into Belinda’s speech in the bar, lore about the symbolism of foxes, and mutual confusion over why Pam lives with The Priest.
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Keywords
Fleabag, rewatch, themes, character analysis, relationships, insights, humor, storytelling, feminism, monologues
Join me (Anna Stone) and guest host Jenna Tobin as we discuss 1998's Mulan. In this episode, we share how this story inspires us, talk about the importance of Li Shang, and wonder whose idea it was to cast Donny Osmond as his singing voice.
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Keywords
Mulan, Disney, animation, themes, bravery, courage, character development, music, cultural relevance, cast, gender roles, Mulan, Disney, animation, family dynamics, character design, villainy, gender norms, Ming-Na Wen, Mushu, cultural representation
Join Mariquita of Post-Film Clarity and Anna of Stone’s Top Tens as we watch Fleabag! This is Mariquita’s third rewatch and Anna’s first viewing.
This episode includes the deepening of Fleabag and Hot Priest’s friendship, the lawsuit that Martin is bringing against Fleabag, and a revealing therapy session.
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Keywords
Fleabag, TV series, character analysis, themes, humor, relationships, therapy, Catholicism, Fiona Shaw, Andrew Scott
Join me (Anna Stone) and guest host Madeline Johnson from the Sleepless Cinematic Podcast as we discuss 1994's The Lion King. In this episode, we consider the handling of mature themes in the film, the (terrible) greatness of the stampede scene, and share what we love about the Broadway musical and Lion King 2: Simba's Pride.
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Keywords
Lion King, Disney movies, animation, themes, music, nostalgia, voice acting, cultural impact, childhood memories, film analysis
Join Anna of Stone's Top Tens and Mariquita of Post-Film Clarity as we watch Fleabag! This is Mariquita's third rewatch and Anna's first viewing.
This episode delves into the Season 2 premiere, picking up over a year after the events of the finale took place. We discuss the developments of Claire’s miscarriage, the engagement of Fleabag’s dad and the Godmother, and THE HOT PRIEST FINALLY SHOWS UP!!!
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Keywords
Fleabag, Hot Priest, Claire, Catholicism, Miscarriage, Character Analysis, TV Review, Comedy, Drama, Relationships