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We close out this October with a horror classic, The Thing, directed by John Carpenter in 1982, and based on the novella, Who Goes There? by John W. Campbell. We're talking big hats, dog Oscars, confusing blood tests, monsters that are committed performers, and of course, our thoughts on that ending!

We're kicking off October with a horror classic of the early 2000's, The Ring, directed by Gore Verbinski and based on the novel by Koji Suzuki. This film adaptation (although not the first) brings chills and scares aplenty, while the novel managed to horrify us in ways we weren't expecting. This episode we delve into antiquated technology, questionable friendships and Smallpox?

This episode we look at the classic novel by Charlotte Bronte, Jane Eyre, and its 2011 film adaptation by Cary Joji Fukunaga. This story of gothic romance is one of Adina's favorites and gave us so much to discuss, including the "hideously ugly" leads, the ridiculous pranks of Mr. Rochester and the interesting dom/sub undertones of the Jane's relationships! 

The story of Charlie and Nick continues this episode as we discuss Season 2 of the Netflix series Heartstopper, based on the graphic novel by Alice Oseman! This season was broken up by a beautiful trip to Paris and featured plenty of romantic tension, acts of kindness, and extreme emotional growth, especially by a certain wacky-haired individual! Let the Pride Tide wash us all away!

This episode we discuss the acclaimed novel The Giver, written by Lois Lowry, and the 2014 film adaptation directed by Phillip Noyce. This unique book asks what makes life worth living and what are we willing to sacrifice for comfort and stability, and the film asks "what if Meryl Streep were a hologram?" You can imagine we have a lot to discuss this episode, from grown men sledding, to bathing the elderly, and even BMX motocross jumps.... maybe it would just make more sense for you to listen.

This episode we discuss Nimona, the web-comic turned graphic novel by N.D. Stevenson, and the 2023 film adaptation directed by Nick Bruno and Troy Quane. We discuss the queer themes of both versions, compare the art and animation styles, and ask ourselves why sharks on legs are so damn funny. 

Dive into the whimsical world of a beloved classic where humor and adventure collide! Explore the unique narrative style that blurs reality and fiction, reflecting on the grandfather-grandson dynamic. Enjoy analysis of the comedic ascent up the Cliffs of Insanity and the thrilling sword duels centered on vengeance. Don't miss the hilarious antics of Miracle Max, and the essential differences between the book and film that make this story timeless. The fascinating relationships among the cast provide even more charm to the discussion!

In this episode we're talking about the acclaimed Coen Brothers film No Country for Old Men (2007) and the Cormac McCarthy novel that it was based on. We discuss cold blooded killings, surprise Stephen Root appearances, and why those two cartel members were in the bathroom together.

This episode, life gets stuck on 'repeat' as we discuss the film Edge of Tomorrow, directed by Doug Liman, and the Japanese light novel that inspired it, All You Need is Kill, written by Hiroshi Sakurazaka. This is one of our favorite sci-fi action films, so we were excited to read the source material, and boy do we have plenty to discuss! Dramatic narrators, convoluted time travel, and "the three types of women" are all points of discussion this episode!

This episode, we discuss the American adaptation (A Man Called Otto, directed by Marc Forster) of the beloved Swedish novel (A Man Called Ove, written by Fredrik Backman). We look at the dark comedy of the novel, the film's earnest tone, and the absolute waste of national treasure Mike Birbiglia.