In this episode we get into The Devil’s Advocate. This 90s gem showed us that what our 17 year old selves thought of as sexy hot . . . really is not. From religious tropes to sibling incest, this one is a real dumpster fire. Starring Keanu Reeves, Charlize Theron, and Al Pacino, and directed by Taylor Hackford who also directed Ray and Officer and a Gentlemen. 

Can two friends sleep together and still love each other in the morning? We’re gonna find out in this weeks episode of When Harry met Sally! Starring Meg Ryan, Billy Crystal, Carrie Fisher, and Bruno Kirby. Directed by Rob Reiner, written by Nora Ephron, with music by Harry Connick Jr. This is a much beloved late 80’s rom-com and actually gets a fairly low rating on our “Problematic Scale”. Still, there are a few reasons why it’s on our list. So grab your best friend, make your most high-maintenance drink order, and get ready for some sex talk. You’re in for a treat! Articles mentioned: Larry Getlen discusses When Harry Met Sally Content advisory: Discussion of sex, masturbation, and orgasms.

Get ready to step into the future, and "get your ass to Mars", with our next episode . . . Total Recall! We’re joined by a special guest, the very talented Dr. Max Neal! Total Recall stars Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sharon Stone, Michael Ironside, Rachel Ticotin, Ronny Cox & Lycia Naff. Directed by Paul Verhoeven who also directed Robocop, Basic Instinct, & Showgirls. Adapted from the short story by Philip K. Dick, this mind-bending flick mixes virtual reality, vivid nightmares, and colonization. So as our friend Johnny Cab says “We hope you enjoy the ride!” Articles & Video: Bobby Wygant Interviews Verhoeven about Total Recall Roger Ebert's review of Total Recall Interview with Lycia Naff Barbara Bowman opens up to Lycia Naff about the abuse Cosby perpetuated "The Latent Transness of Total Recall" by Mel Turnage

Bonus Episode: Be Kind, Please Rewind Hey y’all! In this week’s episode we’re giving you something a little different. It’s our Be Kind, Please Rewind bonus episode! We take your comments and critiques into account and further discuss some topics from past episodes. We are so appreciative of all the feedback you’ve given us so far so please keep it coming and we hope you enjoy! Content warning: Discussion on sexual assault and rape, extreme violence, & self-harm. Articles: Penelope Spheeris, Wayne's World "No, You Can't Have My Pronouns!" by M. J. Murphy   If you or someone you know needs someone to listen, help is available: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255 National Domestic Violence Hotline 1-800-799-7233      

In this episode we take on Quentin Tarantino's cult classic, Pulp Fiction. Arguably a fan favorite, this multi-layered movie stars Uma Thurman, Samuel L. Jackson, John Travolta, Ving Rhames, & Bruce Willis. This was a problematic one on so many levels and we’re gonna take you through all of them. Park your chopper, light up a cig, and buckle up because this one's a doozy! Content warning: Discussion of sexual assault, child sexual abuse, and rape. Discussion of movie's rape scene at 31:52. For sexual assault or sexual abuse help:  RAINN 1-800-656-HOPE Articles discussed: What's up with Quentin Tarantino and Feet? by Adrienne Tyler Quentin Tarantino does not have a "Black Card" and never will. By Derrick Clifton Kimberlee Crenshaw on Intersectionality: What is Intersectionality?  The Urgency of Intersectionality 

You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, you'll (hopefully not) hurl when you listen to our latest episode. We’re talking about Wayne’s World y’all! Starring Mike Myers, Dana Carvey, Tia Carrere, Rob Lowe, Lara Flynn Boyle, and the late, great Chris Farley. Directed by Penelope Spheeris. While this movie is a hilarious comedy, it does have some pretty problematic themes and stereotypes. So grab your Red Vines and drum sticks! You’re in for an excellent, party time! Article quoted: Chicago Blackhawks won't change nickname because it honors the life of an actual Native American 10 Things You Didn't Know About 'Wayne's World'

For episode 4 we’re talking Fatal Attraction - a late 80’s psychological thriller directed by Adrian Lyne. This treat stars Glenn Close and Michael Douglas. Set against the backdrop of Manhattan, Fatal is one of the most erotic thrillers of its time up, there with Basic Instinct. We love this genre, but we’re going to break down what is so damaging and problematic with the film's narrative, as well as discuss how the original ending didn’t end up making the cut. Come along with Courtney and Nicole as we bunny boil the shit out of this! Content warning: Deep discussion of suicide attempts, cutting, mental illness, domestic violence, kidnapping, and murder. Article mentioned: Fatal Attraction 30 Year Anniversary If you or someone you know needs someone to listen, help is available: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255 National Domestic Violence Hotline 1-800-799-7233    

In episode 3 Courtney and Nicole take on Silence of the Lambs. Oh, the horror! Although mostly just a harmless horror/thriller, Silence has elements that are problematic and we’re gonna dive into all of them! This 1991 classic debuted on Valentine’s Day and stars the amazing Jodie Foster and Sir Anthony Hopkins, and features Ted Levine (as Buffalo Bill), Scott Glenn, and Kasi Lemmons, who went on to direct many feature films including Harriet and Self Made: Inspired by the Life of Madam C.J. Walker. Silence was the third and last film to win Oscars in all 5 major categories! It was also the only horror movie to have ever won Best Picture. Content warning: Discussion of extreme violence, blood and gore.  Links to articles mentioned: 30 years ago, The Silence of the Lambs Added to Cinema's Trans Legacy Whether it Meant to or Not, by Stacey Henley Anthony Hopkins: 'Most of This is Nonsense, Most of This is a Lie', Interview by Miranda Sawyer If you need someone to listen, help is available and you are not alone. For LGBTQ support call or chat the Trevor Project at: 1-866-488-7386 https://www.thetrevorproject.org

Buckle up y’all! In Episode 2 Courtney & Nicole dive right in to the John Hughes’ gem, Sixteen Candles! Another 1984 hit starring Molly Ringwald, Anthony Michael Hall, Michael Schoeffling (who retired from acting probably because of this problematic film), Gedde Watanabe and the Cusack siblings. This movie was written by Hughes and was also his directorial debut. We aren’t going to sugar coat it, this one’s real problematic and we’re retiring it from our libraries, like yesterday. Articles mentioned in episode: “Gedde Watanabe Discusses 30 Years of Sixteen Candles and Long Due Dong”, by Kevin Smokler - https://www.vulture.com/2014/05/gedde-watanabe-long-duk-dong-sixteen-candles-interview.html “‘Sixteen Candles’ is Racist and Sexist - and Needs to be Retired”, by Sara Stewart - https://nypost.com/2015/11/24/time-to-snuff-out-sixteen-candles-its-racist-and-sexist/amp/  Content warning: Date rape references, racist slurs, gay slurs and slut shaming. If you or someone you know has been sexually assaulted help is available and you are not alone. For sexual assault or sexual abuse help: RAINN 1-800-656-HOPE

For our maiden voyage we are diving into the 1984 film Splash. Directed by Ron Howard and starring Darryl Hannah, Tom Hanks, John Candy and Eugene Levy. Splash was critically praised as one of the best films of that year and nominated for an Oscar for best original screenplay. But don’t worry it’s plenty problematic and we’re gonna tell you all why. Enjoy!  Content warning: Emotional abuse in the context of romantic partnerships.  If you or someone you know is in an abusive relationship there is help available:  National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE or text START to 88788 For sexual assault or sexual abuse help:  RAINN 1-800-656-HOPE