The Graveyard Slot

The Proposal (Happy Valen-crimes Day)

The Proposal may be a fondly remembered late 2000s classic romcom, but does it deserve the title? This week, we follow the journey of a comedic duo’s ruse, and peel back the layers of what does and doesn’t work in this trope-filled enemies to lovers, fake dating, marriage of convenience flick.
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The Clique (Mean Girls Meets American Psycho)

The Clique is (in)famous for its fashion, witty comebacks, and over-the-top tone, making it a hallmark for straight-to-DVD flicks of its time. But could it be a hidden gem overlooked among the likes of Legally Blonde and Mean Girls? This holiday season, we take a trip back to middle school, where the fight for popularity can be brutal, and if you’re not in—you’re OUT. Stick around until the end of the episode for a special wrap-up segment featuring this year’s episodes!
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Shrek 2 (2 Fast 2 Charming)

Most people will agree that Shrek 2 is a great movie, but is it a great sequel or an unnecessary addition to an otherwise complete story? Grab your royal steeds and get red carpet-ready as we head to the kingdom of Far Far Away—where marital problems reign, class divides run rampant, and happily ever after comes at a price.
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Just Like Heaven (Fatally Disappointing)

Does Just Like Heaven live up to the spirit of its name, or is it a tired rehashing of the same old formula? While the characters may be haunted by the choices of their past, we’re more spooked by the choices this movie makes. Join us in the wake of this Halloween for a truly scary treat: mediocrity, the graveyard where romcoms go to die.
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Legally Blonde (A Flawed Fantasy)

Legally Blonde has cemented itself as an iconic piece of pop culture, but does it still deserve the honor 20 years on? This week we get into the nitty gritty of the question of women’s role in society, expressions of femininity, and if Elle Woods is worthy of her place in the hearts of millions. 
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Friends with Benefits (It's Not Dental)

Why is the modern romantic comedy all but obsolete? What makes the genre so difficult to get right? What even counts as a romcom? In this episode, we contemplate these questions as we revisit so-called romcom Friends with Benefits (2011) to see if it’s befitting of the romcom name.
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Uptown Girls (Will Bring You Down)

Who says a comedy can’t be depressing? Uptown Girls (2003) certainly pushes the boundaries of the genre. Was it brave for going against expectations, or is there a reason summer releases shouldn’t be meditations on grief? Find out in this episode as we revisit the saddest romp of the early noughties!
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Mamma Mia! (Freud!)

In the world of jukebox musicals, Mamma Mia! is a universal favorite. But is it more than it seems on the surface? This week we dive into why this movie musical has wormed its way into the hearts of millions, and if it’s worthy of its legendary status. 
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Bratz (Friendship, Fashion, and Fascism)

Bratz isn’t exactly considered the height of cinematic mastery – but should it be? Its nomination for five Raspberry Awards certainly leaves a sour taste on our tongues. Join us as we meticulously break down this iconic, unapologetic, and ultra-feminine interrogation of society’s rules and power structures.
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New Moon (New Abs, Same Old Shit)

Twilight may have been panned by critics — and even by this very podcast — but with a change of director, six more shirtless guys, and one fewer blue filter, could this franchise turn it all around and win us over? Join us this week for a special anniversary episode as we look at New Moon through the critical lens it might (not) deserve. 
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