The Alphabetical Movie Project

A case is presented involving a father, Joel, and his twin daughters, Hannah and Miriam, who have embarked on a three-year project to watch their extensive family movie collection of nearly 500 films in alphabetical order. Joel asserts that their arbitrary ordering of movies disrupts the intended viewing experience, as they sometimes watch sequels out of sequence. The daughters argue that this unconventional method is part of the fun and helps ensure that the DVDs are in working condition, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic when they were organizing their space. The conversation reveals a humorous tension between Joel's desire for order and his children's playful defiance, showcasing the family dynamic in their unique movie-watching ritual.