This Film is Lit

Prequel to Coyote Ugly - The Westing Game Fan Reaction, Coyote Ugly Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 13 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- The Westing Game Fan Reaction

- Coyote Ugly Preview

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The Westing Game

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 06 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000

So take stock in America, my heirs, and sing in praise of this generous land. You, too, may strike it rich who dares to play… It's The Westing Game, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Coyote Ugly!

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Music
(00:00:46) - Intro
(00:01:30) - Let Me Sum Up
(00:03:08) - Guess Who?
(00:06:47) - Was That in the Book?
(00:54:53) - Lost in Adaptation
(01:06:00) - Better in the Book
(01:13:31) - Better in the Movie
(01:14:42) - The Movie Nailed It
(01:15:55) - Odds and Ends
(01:21:22) - The Final Verdict

Prequel to The Westing Game - It Ends with Us Fan Reaction

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- It Ends with Us Fan Reaction

- The Westing Game Preview

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It Ends with Us

Bryan and Katie — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000

You can stop swimming now, Lily. We finally reached the shore. It's It Ends with Us, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is The Westing Game/Get a Clue!

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Music
(00:00:50) - Intro
(00:01:46) - Let Me Sum Up
(00:05:13) - Was That in the Book?
(01:44:50) - Lost in Adaptation
(02:01:20) - Better in the Book
(02:17:24) - Better in the Movie
(02:22:13) - The Movie Nailed It
(02:24:55) - Odds and Ends
(02:35:31) - The Final Verdict

Prequel to It Ends with Us - Edge of Tomorrow Fan Reaction, A Very Brief Discussion of The Drama

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Edge of Tomorrow Fan Reaction

- It Ends with Us Preview

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Edge of Tomorrow

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000

What do we do now? I don’t know. We’ve never gotten this far. It's Edge of Tomorrow, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is It Ends with Us!

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Music
(00:01:23) - Let Me Sum Up
(00:06:11) - Guess Who?
(00:08:26) - Was That in the Book?
(00:50:00) - Intro
(00:58:51) - Lost in Adaptation
(01:12:59) - Better in the Book
(01:20:56) - Better in the Movie
(01:40:15) - The Movie Nailed It
(01:43:01) - Odds and Ends
(01:48:43) - The Final Verdict

Prequel to Edge of Tomorrow - Snow White and the Huntsman Fan Reaction

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Snow White and the Huntsman Fan Reaction

- Edge of Tomorrow Preview

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Snow White and the Huntsman

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000

If only I had a child as white as snow, lips as red as blood, hair as black as a raven's wings, and all with the strength of that rose. It's Snow White and the Huntsman, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Edge of Tomorrow!

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Music
(00:01:45) - Let Me Sum Up
(00:05:50) - Was That in the Book?
(00:45:00) - Intro
(00:56:18) - Better in the Book
(01:04:50) - Better in the Movie
(01:06:20) - The Movie Nailed It
(01:07:03) - Odds and Ends
(01:24:22) - The Final Verdict

Prequel to Snow White and the Huntsman - Predestination Fan Reaction

Bryan and Katie — Thu, 19 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Predestination Fan Reaction

- Snow White and the Huntsman Preview

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Predestination

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 17 Mar 2026 01:17:35 +0000

Here you are at the beginning of your new life. It can be overwhelming knowing the future you're about to create. Knowing the purpose of that life.It's Predestination, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is The Snow White March Madness Winner!

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Music
(00:00:46) - Intro + Message about the Delay
(00:04:06) - Let Me Sum Up
(00:09:27) - Was That in the Book
(00:47:20) - Lost in Adaptation
(01:01:21) - Better in the Book
(01:06:11) - Better in the Movie
(01:07:45) - The Movie Nailed It
(01:09:39) - Odds and Ends
(01:14:12) - The Final Verdict

Prequel to Predestination - Malcolm X Fan Reaction, Predestination Preview

Bryan and Katie — Sat, 07 Mar 2026 18:34:52 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Malcolm X Fan Reaction

- Predestination Preview

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Malcolm X

Bryan and Katie — Sun, 01 Mar 2026 00:52:00 +0000

A hundred years ago, they used to put on white sheets and sic bloodhounds on us. Well, nowadays, they've traded in the sheets - well, some of them have traded in the sheets - they've traded in those white sheets for police uniforms. They traded in the bloodhounds for police dogs. It's Malcolm X, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Predestination!

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Music
(00:00:41) - Intro
(00:01:22) - Let Me Sum Up
(00:04:56) - Was That in the Book?
(01:13:02) - Lost in Adaptation
(01:30:47) - Better in the Book
(01:35:16) - Better in the Movie
(01:42:16) - The Movie Nailed It
(01:48:47) - Odds and Ends
(02:23:47) - The Final Verdict

Prequel to Malcolm X - Warm Bodies Fan Reaction, Malcolm X Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 18 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Warm Bodies Fan Reaction

- Malcolm X Preview

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Warm Bodies

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 11 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +0000

There's a lot of ways to get to know a person. Eating her dead boyfriend's brains is one of the more unorthodox methods… It's Warm Bodies, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Malcolm X!

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Music
(00:01:03) - Intro
(00:01:55) - Let Me Sum Up
(00:05:10) - Was That in the Book?
(01:01:06) - Lost in Adaptation
(01:14:43) - Better in the Book
(01:21:56) - Better in the Movie
(01:28:18) - The Movie Nailed It
(01:30:05) - Odds and Ends
(01:40:32) - The Final Verdict

Prequel to Warm Bodies - Frankenstein (2025) Fan Reaction, Ranking Del Toro Movies, Warm Bodies Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 04 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Frankenstein (2025) Fan Reaction

- Warm Bodies Preview

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Frankenstein (2025)

Bryan and Katie — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 23:54:00 +0000

If you are not to award me love, then I will indulge in rage. And mine is infinite! It's Frankenstein, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Warm Bodies!

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Music
(00:01:03) - Intro
(00:01:26) - Let Me Sum Up
(00:05:27) - Was That in the Book?
(01:28:00) - Lost in Adaptation
(01:51:26) - Better in the Book
(01:54:31) - Better in the Movie
(01:57:50) - The Movie Nailed It
(01:59:34) - Odds and Ends
(02:05:24) - The Final Verdict

Prequel to Frankenstein - Scott Pilgrim vs. the World Fan Reaction, Frankenstein (2025) Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 21 Jan 2026 11:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Scott Pilgrim vs. the World Fan Reaction

- Frankenstein (2025) Preview

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Scott Pilgrim vs. the World

Bryan and Katie — Thu, 15 Jan 2026 22:25:00 +0000

We are Sex Bob-Omb and we are here to make you think about death and get sad and stuff. It's Scott Pilgrim vs. the World, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Frankenstein (2025)!

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Music
(00:01:03) - Intro
(00:02:03) - Let Me Sum Up
(00:05:11) - Better in the Book
(00:45:07) - Better in the Movie
(01:50:44) - The Movie Nailed It
(02:09:05) - Odds and Ends
(02:30:24) - The Final Verdict

Prequel to Scott Pilgrim vs. the World - A Christmas Carol (1999) Fan Reaction

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 07 Jan 2026 11:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- A Christmas Carol (1999) Fan Reaction

- Scott Pilgrim vs. the World Preview

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A Christmas Carol (1999)

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 23 Dec 2025 20:00:00 +0000

If I could work my will, every idiot who goes about with 'Merry Christmas' on his lips, should be boiled with his own pudding, and buried with a stake of holly through his heart. It's A Christmas Carol, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Scott Pilgrim vs. The World!

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Music
(00:01:03) - Intro
(00:01:29) - Let Me Sum Up
(00:05:19) - Was That in the Book?
(00:57:24) - Better in the Book
(01:04:06) - Better in the Movie
(01:08:45) - The Movie Nailed It
(01:12:03) - Odds and Ends
(01:23:37) - The Final Verdict

Prequel to A Christmas Carol (1999) - The Man Who Invented Christmas Fan Reaction

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 17 Dec 2025 11:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- The Man Who Invented Christmas Fan Reaction

- A Christmas Carol Preview

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The Man Who Invented Christmas

Bryan and Katie — Thu, 11 Dec 2025 11:00:00 +0000

No one is useless in this world who lightens the burden of another. It's The Man Who Invented Christmas, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is A Christmas Carol!

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Music
(00:01:03) - Intro
(00:01:39) - Let Me Sum Up
(00:04:30) - Was That in the Book?
(01:04:47) - Lost in Adaptation
(01:10:18) - Better in the Book
(01:16:45) - Better in the Movie
(01:20:15) - The Movie Nailed It
(01:21:58) - Odds and Ends
(01:32:00) - The Final Verdict

Prequel to The Man Who Saved Christmas - Return to Oz Fan Reaction

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 03 Dec 2025 11:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Return to Oz Fan Reaction

- The Man Who Saved Christmas Preview

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Return to Oz

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 26 Nov 2025 11:00:00 +0000

This is the old house! The one the tornado blew away. This is how I got into Oz the first time. It's Return to Oz, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is The Man Who Invented Christmas!

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Music
(00:01:03) - Intro
(00:01:17) - Let Me Sum Up
(00:05:09) - Was That in the Book?
(01:13:45) - Lost in Adaptation
(01:21:22) - Better in the Book
(01:30:20) - Better in the Movie
(01:35:08) - The Movie Nailed It
(01:41:08) - Odds and Ends
(01:53:37) - The Final Verdict

Prequel to Return to Oz - Quest for Camelot Fan Reaction, L. Frank Baum, Return to Oz Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 19 Nov 2025 11:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Learning Things with TFIL: L. Frank Baum

- Quest for Camelot Fan Reaction

- Return to Oz Preview

The Steve Index: https://engineer-of-souls.github.io/thisfilmislit

Quest for Camelot

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 12 Nov 2025 11:00:00 +0000

You may kill me... but you'll never destroy the ideals of Camelot. It's Quest for Camelot, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Return to Oz!

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Music
(00:01:03) - Intro
(00:01:19) - Let Me Sum Up
(00:05:03) - Guess Who?
(00:10:13) - Was That in the Book?
(00:43:38) - Lost in Adaptation
(00:50:53) - Better in the Book
(01:04:44) - Better in the Movie
(01:05:41) - The Movie Nailed It
(01:07:05) - Odds and Ends
(01:24:33) - The Final Verdict

Prequel to Quest for Camelot - Hellraiser Fan Reaction, Quest for Camelot Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 05 Nov 2025 11:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Hellraiser Fan Reaction

- Quest for Camelot Preview

The Steve Index: https://engineer-of-souls.github.io/thisfilmislit

Hellraiser

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 29 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000

I thought I'd gone to the limits. I hadn't. The Cenobites gave me an experience beyond limits. Pain and pleasure, indivisible. It's Hellraiser, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Quest for Camelot!

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Music
(00:01:02) - Intro
(00:01:32) - Let Me Sum Up
(00:04:46) - Was That in the Book?
(01:00:35) - Lost in Adaptation
(01:07:59) - Better in the Book
(01:14:49) - Better in the Movie
(01:17:44) - The Movie Nailed It
(01:19:13) - Odds and Ends
(01:25:25) - The Final Verdict

Prequel to Hellraiser - American Psycho Fan Reaction, Hellraiser Preview

Bryan and Katie — Fri, 24 Oct 2025 17:45:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- American Psycho Fan Reaction

- Hellraiser Preview

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American Psycho

Bryan and Katie — Sun, 19 Oct 2025 21:30:00 +0000

My pain is constant and sharp, and I do not hope for a better world for anyone. In fact, I want my pain to be inflicted on others. It's American Psycho, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Hellraiser!

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Music
(00:01:03) - Intro
(00:01:45) - Let Me Sum Up
(00:05:49) - Guess Who?
(00:08:15) - Was That in the Book?
(01:05:11) - Lost in Adaptation
(01:06:23) - Better in the Book
(01:13:26) - Better in the Movie
(01:17:27) - The Movie Nailed It
(01:21:23) - Odds and Ends
(01:27:02) - The Final Verdict

Prequel to American Psycho - Cloud Atlas Fan Reaction, American Psycho Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 08 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Cloud Atlas Fan Reaction

- American Psycho Preview

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Cloud Atlas

Bryan and Katie — Thu, 02 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000

“He who would do battle with the many-headed hydra of human nature must pay a world of pain…and only as you gasp your dying breath shall you understand, your life amounted to no more than one drop in a limitless ocean!” Yet what is any ocean but a multitude of drops? It's Cloud Atlas, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is American Psycho!

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Music
(00:01:03) - Intro
(00:02:14) - Let Me Sum Up
(00:07:17) - Was That in the Book?
(01:05:59) - Lost in Adaptation
(01:31:31) - Better in the Book
(02:27:46) - Better in the Movie
(02:45:52) - The Movie Nailed It
(02:52:57) - Odds and Ends
(02:56:29) - The Final Verdict

Muppet Treasure Island

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 23 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000

Enjoy our discussion on the runner-up in our Treasure Island fan poll!

Our Cloud Atlas episode is going to be at least a few days late so hopefully this tides everyone over until then!

Prequel to Cloud Atlas - The Outsiders Fan Reaction, Cloud Atlas Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 17 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- The Outsiders Fan Reaction

- Cloud Atlas Preview

The Steve Index: https://engineer-of-souls.github.io/thisfilmislit

The Outsiders

Bryan and Katie — Thu, 11 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000

When I stepped out into the bright sunlight, from the darkness of the movie house, I had only two things on my mind: Paul Newman, and a ride home. It's The Outsiders, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Cloud Atlas!

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Music
(00:01:03) - Intro
(00:01:29) - Let Me Sum Up
(00:05:43) - Guess Who?
(00:12:12) - Was That in the Book?
(00:56:44) - Lost in Adaptation
(01:01:57) - Better in the Book
(01:11:45) - Better in the Movie
(01:17:45) - The Movie Nailed It
(01:19:46) - Odds and Ends
(01:37:29) - The Final Verdict

Prequel to The Outsiders - Treasure Planet Fan Reaction, The Outsiders Preview

Bryan and Katie — Fri, 05 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Treasure Planet Fan Reaction

- The Outsiders Preview

The Steve Index: https://engineer-of-souls.github.io/thisfilmislit

Treasure Planet

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 27 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000

Look at you! Glowing like a solar fire. You're something special, Jim. You're gonna rattle the stars, you are! It's Treasure Planet, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is The Outsiders!

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Music
(00:01:03) - Intro
(00:01:25) - Let Me sum Up
(00:04:35) - Guess Who?
(00:07:14) - Was That in the Book?
(01:02:49) - Lost in Adaptation
(01:04:21) - Better in the Book
(01:11:14) - Better in the Movie
(01:14:50) - The Movie Nailed It
(01:18:33) - Odds and Ends
(01:32:13) - The Final Verdict

Prequel to Treasure Planet - The School for Good and Evil Fan Reaction, Treasure Planet/Island Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 20 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- The School for Good and Evil Fan Reaction

- Treasure Planet/Island Preview

The Steve Index: https://engineer-of-souls.github.io/thisfilmislit

The School for Good and Evil

Bryan and Katie — Thu, 14 Aug 2025 16:00:00 +0000

The school for good trains the heroes, the school for evil… the villains. It's The School for Good and Evil, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Listener's Choice: Treasure Island! You'll vote for either Treasure Planet or Muppet Treasure Island!

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Music
(00:01:06) - Intro
(00:01:55) - Let Me Sum Up
(00:06:54) - Guess Who?
(00:10:57) - Was That in the Book?
(01:26:46) - Lost in Adaptation
(01:35:44) - Better in the Book
(01:39:37) - Better in the Movie
(01:44:06) - The Movie Nailed It
(01:45:34) - Odds and Ends
(01:54:02) - The Final Verdict

Prequel to The School for Good and Evil - Maze Runner: The Death Cure Fan Reaction

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 06 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Maze Runner: The Death Cure Fan Reaction

- The School for Good and Evil Preview

The Steve Index: https://engineer-of-souls.github.io/thisfilmislit

Maze Runner: The Death Cure

Bryan and Katie — Thu, 31 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0000

You can’t save everyone Thomas. I can try. It's Maze Runner: The Death Cure, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
The Big Picture
Katie and Bryan Predict The Maze Runner Series
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is The School for Good and Evil!

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Music
(00:01:04) - Intro
(00:01:51) - Let Me Sum Up
(00:06:10) - Better in the Book
(00:26:38) - Better in the Movie
(01:49:44) - The Movie Nailed It
(01:55:20) - The Big Picture
(02:08:18) - Katie and Bryan Predict The Maze Runner Series
(02:12:01) - Odds and Ends
(02:16:09) - The Final Verdict

Prequel to Maze Runner: The Death Cure - Sleeping Beauty Fan Reaction

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 23 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Sleeping Beauty Fan Reaction

- Maze Runner: The Death Cure Preview

The Steve Index: https://engineer-of-souls.github.io/thisfilmislit

Sleeping Beauty

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 16 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0000

Now, shall you deal with ME, O Prince - and all the powers of HELL! It's Sleeping Beauty, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is The Maze Runner Series: The Death Cure!

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Music
(00:01:03) - Intro
(00:01:38) - Let Me Sum Up
(00:05:10) - Was That in the Book?
(00:41:48) - Lost in Adaptation
(00:44:52) - Better in the Book
(00:49:34) - Better in the Movie
(00:54:03) - The Movie Nailed It
(00:55:51) - Odds and Ends
(01:21:57) - Final Verdict

Prequel to Sleeping Beauty - The Scorch Trials Fan Reaction, Sleeping Beauty Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 09 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials Fan Reaction

- Learning Things with TFIL: Sleeping Beauty

- Sleeping Beauty Preview

The Steve Index: https://engineer-of-souls.github.io/thisfilmislit

Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials

Bryan and Katie — Fri, 04 Jul 2025 22:18:36 +0000

I'm a Crank. I'm slowly going crazy. I keep wanting to chew off my own fingers and randomly kill people. It's Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Katie and Bryan Predict The Maze Runner Series
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Sleeping Beauty!

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Music
(00:01:03) - Intro
(00:02:01) - Let Me Sum Up
(00:06:37) - Better in the Book
(00:47:56) - Better in the Movie
(01:41:57) - The Movie Nailed It
(01:44:20) - Lost in Adaptation
(01:55:14) - Katie and Bryan Predict The Maze Runner Series
(02:02:08) - Odds and Ends
(02:10:04) - The Final Verdict

Prequel to The Scorch Trials - The Shawshank Redemption Fan Reaction, The Scorch Trials Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 25 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- The Shawshank Redemption Fan Reaction

- Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials Preview

The Steve Index: https://engineer-of-souls.github.io/thisfilmislit

The Shawshank Redemption

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 18 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000

Remember Red, hope is a good thing, maybe the best of things, and no good thing ever dies. It's The Shawshank Redemption, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is The Maze Runner Series: The Scorch Trials!

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Music
(00:01:03) - Intro
(00:01:31) - Let Me Sum Up
(00:06:04) - Guess Who?
(00:10:50) - Was That in the Book?
(01:10:01) - Lost in Adaptation
(01:15:23) - Better in the Book
(01:33:15) - Better in the Movie
(01:44:29) - The Movie Nailed It
(01:50:06) - Odds and Ends
(01:54:13) - The Final Verdict

Prequel to The Shawshank Redemption - The Maze Runner Fan Reaction

Bryan and Katie — Sun, 15 Jun 2025 18:40:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- The Maze Runner Fan Reaction

- The Shawshank Redemption Preview

The Steve Index: https://engineer-of-souls.github.io/thisfilmislit

The Maze Runner

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 11 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0000

I am sure by now you all must be very confused... angry, frightened. I can only assure you that everything that's happened to you... everything we've done to you... it was all done for a reason. It's The Maze Runner, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Katie and Bryan Predict The Maze Runner Series
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is The Shawshank Redemption!

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Music
(00:01:04) - Intro
(00:03:09) - Let Me Sum Up
(00:08:34) - Better in the Book
(00:59:38) - Better in the Movie
(01:58:40) - The Movie Nailed It
(02:08:14) - Katie and Bryan Predict The Maze Runner Series
(02:12:45) - Odds and Ends
(02:18:55) - The Final Verdict

Prequel to The Maze Runner - Salem's Lot Fan Reaction, James Dashner

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 28 May 2025 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Salem's Lot Fan Reaction

- Learning Things with TFIL: James Dashner

- The Maze Runner Preview

The Steve Index: https://engineer-of-souls.github.io/thisfilmislit

Salem's Lot

Bryan and Katie — Sat, 24 May 2025 16:01:54 +0000

The house was a monument to evil sitting there all these years holding the essence of evil in its smoldering bones. It's Salem's Lot, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Summer Series 2025: The Maze Runner!

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Intro
(00:01:20) - Let Me Sum Up
(00:05:09) - Guess Who?
(00:09:24) - Was That in the Book?
(01:00:54) - Lost in Adaptation
(01:10:48) - Better in the Book
(01:31:44) - Better in the Movie
(01:38:30) - The Movie Nailed It
(01:43:21) - Odds and Ends
(01:54:02) - The Final Verdict

Prequel to Salem's Lot - Maurice Fan Reaction, Salem's Lot Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 14 May 2025 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Maurice Fan Reaction

- Salem's Lot Preview

The Steve Index: https://engineer-of-souls.github.io/thisfilmislit

Maurice

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 07 May 2025 10:00:00 +0000

I was yours once till death if you'd cared to keep me, but I'm someone else's now... and he's mine in a way that shocks you, but why don't you stop being shocked, and attend to your own happiness? It's Maurice, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Salem's Lot!

Prequel to Maurice - She's the Man (Twelfth Night) Fan Reaction, James Ivory

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 30 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- She's the Man (Twelfth Night) Fan Reaction

- Learning Things with TFIL: James Ivory

- Maurice Preview

The Steve Index: https://engineer-of-souls.github.io/thisfilmislit

She's the Man (Twelfth Night)

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 23 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0000

I can do this. I am a dude. I am a hunky dude! I'm a badass hunky dude! It's She's the Man, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Maurice!

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Intro
(00:01:34) - Let Me Sum Up
(00:08:07) - Was That in the Book?
(00:30:10) - Lost in Adaptation
(00:33:42) - Better in the Book
(00:47:30) - Better in the Movie
(00:57:19) - The Movie Nailed It
(01:01:22) - Odds and Ends
(01:20:44) - The Final Verdict

Prequel to She's the Man (Twelfth Night) - Into the Wild Fan Reaction

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 16 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Into the Wild Fan Reaction

- She's the Man (Twelfth Night) Preview

The Steve Index: https://engineer-of-souls.github.io/thisfilmislit

Into the Wild

Bryan and Katie — Fri, 11 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0000

No longer to be poisoned by civilization he flees, and walks alone upon the land to become lost in the wild. Alexander Supertramp May 1992. It's Into the Wild, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is She's the Man!

Prequel to Into the Wild - Bram Stoker's Dracula Fan Reaction

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 02 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Bram Stoker's Dracula Fan Reaction

- Into the Wild Preview

The Steve Index: https://engineer-of-souls.github.io/thisfilmislit

Bram Stoker's Dracula

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 26 Mar 2025 10:00:00 +0000

Listen to them: the children of the night. What sweet music they make. It's Bram Stoker's Dracula, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Into the Wild!

Prequel to Bram Stoker's Dracula - Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen Fan Reaction, Bram Stoker

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 19 Mar 2025 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen Fan Reaction

- Learning Things with TFIL: Bram Stoker

- Bram Stoker's Dracula Preview

The Steve Index: https://engineer-of-souls.github.io/thisfilmislit

Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 12 Mar 2025 10:00:00 +0000

First your parents tell you to have hopes and dreams. Then they move you to New Jersey. It's Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is March Madness Winner: Dracula!

Prequel to Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen - Horton Hears a Who! Fan Reaction

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 05 Mar 2025 11:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Horton Hears a Who! Fan Reaction

- Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen Preview

The Steve Index: https://engineer-of-souls.github.io/thisfilmislit

Horton Hears a Who!

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 26 Feb 2025 11:00:00 +0000

We've GOT to make noises in greater amounts! So, open your mouth, lad! For every voice counts! It's Horton Hears a Who!, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen!

Prequel to Horton Hears a Who! - The Voyage of the Dawn Treader Fan Reaction, Horton Hear's a Who! Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 19 Feb 2025 11:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader Fan Reaction

- Horton Hears a Who! Preview

The Steve Index: https://engineer-of-souls.github.io/thisfilmislit

The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 12 Feb 2025 11:00:00 +0000

You know, extraordinary things happen to extraordinary people. It's The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Horton Hears a Who!

Prequel to The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader - Bridget Jones's Diary Fan Reaction

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 05 Feb 2025 11:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Bridget Jones's Diary Fan Reaction

- The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader Preview

The Steve Index: https://engineer-of-souls.github.io/thisfilmislit

Bridget Jones's Diary

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 29 Jan 2025 11:00:00 +0000

It is a truth universally acknowledged that when one part of your life starts going okay, another falls spectacularly to pieces. It's Bridget Jones's Diary, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader!

Prequel to Bridget Jones's Diary - Chick Lit, A Series of Unfortunate Events Fan Reaction

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 22 Jan 2025 11:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- A Series of Unfortunate Events Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: Chick Lit

- Bridget Jones's Diary Preview

The Steve Index: https://engineer-of-souls.github.io/thisfilmislit

A Series of Unfortunate Events

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 15 Jan 2025 11:00:00 +0000

My name is Lemony Snicket, and it is my sad duty to document this tale. It's A Series of Unfortunate Events, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Bridget Jones's Diary!

Prequel to A Series of Unfortunate Events - The Christmas Shoes Fan Reaction, Lemony Snicket

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 08 Jan 2025 11:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- The Christmas Shoes Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: Lemony Snicket

- A Series of Unfortunate Events Preview

The Steve Index: https://engineer-of-souls.github.io/thisfilmislit

The Christmas Shoes

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 24 Dec 2024 11:00:00 +0000

I want to buy these shoes for my mama, please. It's Christmas Eve and these shoes are just her size. Could you hurry, sir, daddy says there's not much time… It's The Christmas Shoes, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is A Series of Unfortunate Events!

Prequel to The Christmas Shoes - A Little Princess Fan Reaction, Is This Hallmark Christmas Movie Real or Fake?

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 18 Dec 2024 11:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- A Little Princess Fan Reaction

- Chatting with TFIL: Is This Hallmark Christmas Movie Real or Fake?

- The Christmas Shoes Preview

The Steve Index: https://engineer-of-souls.github.io/thisfilmislit

A Little Princess

Bryan and Katie — Thu, 12 Dec 2024 11:00:00 +0000

All girls are princesses. Even if they live in tiny old attics, even if they dress in rags, even if they aren't pretty, or smart, or young, they're still princesses. It's A Little Princess, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is The Christmas Shoes!

Prequel to A Little Princess - Gerald's Game Fan Reaction, A Little Princess Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 04 Dec 2024 11:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Gerald's Game Fan Reaction

- A Little Princess Preview

The Steve Index: https://engineer-of-souls.github.io/thisfilmislit

Gerald's Game

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 27 Nov 2024 11:00:00 +0000

This monster was real, real as they come. As real as the cuffs, as the dog. As real as the eclipse.

It's Gerald's Game, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is A Little Princess!

Prequel to Gerald's Game - V for Vendetta Fan Reaction

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 20 Nov 2024 11:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- V for Vendetta Fan Reaction

- Gerald's Game Preview

The Steve Index: https://engineer-of-souls.github.io/thisfilmislit

V for Vendetta

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 13 Nov 2024 11:00:00 +0000

I shall die here, every inch of me shall perish… except one. An inch. It’s small and it’s fragile and it’s the only thing in the world that’s worth having. We must never lose it, or sell it, or give it away. We must never let them take it from us. I don’t know who you are, or whether you’re a man, or a woman. I may never see you. I will never hug you, or cry with you, or get drunk with you. But I love you. I hope that you escape this place. I hope that the world turns and that things get better and that one day people have roses again.

It's V for Vendetta, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Gerald's Game!

Prequel to V for Vendetta - Rosemary's Baby Fan Reaction

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 06 Nov 2024 11:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Rosemary's Baby Fan Reaction

- V for Vendetta Preview

The Steve Index: https://engineer-of-souls.github.io/thisfilmislit

Rosemary's Baby

Bryan and Katie — Thu, 31 Oct 2024 10:00:00 +0000

Come with us quietly, Rosemary. Don't argue or make a scene. Because if you say anything more about witches or witchcraft, we're gonna be forced to take you to a mental hospital. It's Rosemary's Baby, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is V for Vendetta!

Prequel to Rosemary's Baby - Vampire Academy Fan Reaction

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 23 Oct 2024 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Vampire Academy Fan Reaction

- Rosemary's Baby Preview

The Steve Index: https://engineer-of-souls.github.io/thisfilmislit

Vampire Academy

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 16 Oct 2024 10:00:00 +0000

I don't know what's gonna happen tonight. At this point, I can't remember who loves us and who hates us... but I do know that we are gonna own this dance. Let's make tonight our bitch. It's Vampire Academy, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Rosemary's Baby!

Prequel to Vampire Academy - Rope Fan Reaction, Vampire Academy Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 09 Oct 2024 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Rope Fan Reaction

- Vampire Academy Preview

The Steve Index: https://engineer-of-souls.github.io/thisfilmislit

Rope

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 02 Oct 2024 10:00:00 +0000

It's only a piece of rope, Phillip, an ordinary household article. Why hide it? It's Rope, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Vampire Academy!

Prequel to Rope - Casino Royale Fan Reaction, The Murder of Bobby Franks

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 25 Sep 2024 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Casino Royale Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: The Murder of Bobby Franks

- Rope Preview

The Steve Index: https://engineer-of-souls.github.io/thisfilmislit

Casino Royale

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 18 Sep 2024 10:00:00 +0000

Surround yourself with human beings, my dear James. They are easier to fight for than principles. It's Casino Royale, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Rope!

Prequel to Casino Royale - Perfect Blue Fan Reaction, Casino Royale Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 11 Sep 2024 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Perfect Blue Fan Reaction

- Casino Royale Preview

The Steve Index: https://engineer-of-souls.github.io/thisfilmislit

Perfect Blue

Bryan and Katie — Thu, 05 Sep 2024 10:00:00 +0000

Excuse me... who are you? It's Perfect Blue, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
The Big Picture
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Casino Royale (2007)!

Prequel to Perfect Blue - Kiki's Delivery Service Fan Reaction, Satoshi Kon

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 28 Aug 2024 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Kiki's Delivery Service Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: Satoshi Kon

- Perfect Blue Preview

The Steve Index: https://engineer-of-souls.github.io/thisfilmislit

Kiki's Delivery Service

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 21 Aug 2024 10:00:00 +0000

We each need to find our own inspiration, Kiki. Sometimes it's not easy. It's Kiki's Delivery Service, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Perfect Blue!

Prequel to Kiki's Delivery Service - The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies Fan Reaction

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 14 Aug 2024 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies Fan Reaction

- Kiki's Delivery Service Preview

The Steve Index: https://engineer-of-souls.github.io/thisfilmislit

The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies

Bryan and Katie — Thu, 08 Aug 2024 10:00:00 +0000

So comes snow after fire, and even dragons have their endings. It's The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Kiki's Delivery Service!

Prequel to The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies - Desolation of Smaug Fan Reaction

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 31 Jul 2024 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug Fan Reaction

- The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies Preview

The Steve Index: https://engineer-of-souls.github.io/thisfilmislit

The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug

Bryan and Katie — Thu, 25 Jul 2024 10:00:00 +0000

His rage passes description -- the sort of rage that is only seen when rich folk that have more than they can enjoy suddenly lose something that they have long had, but have never before used or wanted. It's The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies!

Prequel to The Desolation of Smaug - The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey Fan Reaction

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 17 Jul 2024 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey Fan Reaction

- The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug Preview

The Steve Index: https://engineer-of-souls.github.io/thisfilmislit

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey

Bryan and Katie — Thu, 11 Jul 2024 10:00:00 +0000

There is nothing like looking, if you want to find something. You certainly usually find something, if you look, but it is not always quite the something you were after. It's The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Lost in Adaptation
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug!

Prequel to The Hobbit - Dune: Part 2 Fan Reaction, The Hobbit Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 03 Jul 2024 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Dune: Part 2 Fan Reaction

- The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey Preview

The Steve Index: https://engineer-of-souls.github.io/thisfilmislit

Dune: Part 2

Bryan and Katie — Thu, 27 Jun 2024 10:00:00 +0000

The visions are clear now. I see possible futures, all at once. Our enemies are all around us, and in so many futures they prevail. But I do see a way, there is a narrow way through. It's Dune: Part 2, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is The Hobbit: An Unexpeted Journey!

Prequel to Dune: Part 2 - Red, White, & Royal Blue Fan Reaction

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 19 Jun 2024 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Red, White, & Royal Blue Fan Reaction

- Dune: Part 2 Preview

The Steve Index: https://engineer-of-souls.github.io/thisfilmislit

Red, White, & Royal Blue

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 12 Jun 2024 10:00:00 +0000

Love who you want. It’s good foreign policy. It's Red, White, & Royal Blue, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Dune: Part 2!

Prequel to Red, White, and Royal Blue - The Evolution of the Romance Genre, We Have Always Lived in the Castle Fan Reaction

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 05 Jun 2024 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- We Have Always Lived in the Castle Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: The Evolution of the Romance Genre

- Red, White, and Royal Blue Preview

The Steve Index: https://engineer-of-souls.github.io/thisfilmislit

We Have Always Lived in the Castle

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 29 May 2024 10:00:00 +0000

The Blackwoods have always lived in this house. We have never done anything to hurt anyone. We put things back where they belong. And we will never leave here. It's We Have Always Lived in the Castle, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Red, White, and Royal Blue!

Prequel to We Have Always Lived in the Castle - Poor Things Fan Reaction, Shirley Jackson

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 22 May 2024 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Poor Things Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: Shirley Jackson

- We Have Always Lived in the Castle Preview

The Steve Index: https://engineer-of-souls.github.io/thisfilmislit

Poor Things

Bryan and Katie — Thu, 16 May 2024 10:00:00 +0000

My empathy is creeping towards what I would describe... a contemptuous rage. It's Poor Things, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is We Have Always Lived in the Castle!

Prequel to Poor Things - Nimona Fan Reaction, The Poor Things Discourse

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 08 May 2024 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Nimona Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: The Poor Things Discourse

- Poor Things Preview

The Steve Index: https://engineer-of-souls.github.io/thisfilmislit

Nimona

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 01 May 2024 10:00:00 +0000

Kids. Little kids. They grow up believing that they can be a hero if they drive a sword into the heart of anything different. And I'm the monster? It's Nimona, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Poor Things!

Prequel to Nimona - Do more Steves mean a better movie?

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 24 Apr 2024 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Big Fish Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: Mikko's Data Wizardy

Mikko's Data Website: https://engineer-of-souls.github.io/thisfilmislit

- Nimona Preview

Big Fish

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 17 Apr 2024 10:00:00 +0000

A man tells his stories so many times that he becomes the stories. They live on after him, and in that way he becomes immortal. It's Big Fish, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Nimona!

Prequel to Big Fish - High-Rise Fan Reaction, Filmmakers Who Disappointed Us: Tim Burton

Bryan and Katie — Thu, 11 Apr 2024 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- High-Rise Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: Filmmakers Who Disappointed Us: Tim Burton

- Big Fish Preview

High-Rise

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 03 Apr 2024 10:00:00 +0000

For all its inconveniences, Laing was satisfied with life in the high-rise. Now that so many of the residents were out of the way, he felt able to relax. More in charge of himself. Ready to move forward and explore life. How and where, exactly, he had not yet decided. It's High-Rise, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Big Fish!

Prequel to High-Rise - Alice in Wonderland Fan Reaction, What exactly is a "thriller"?

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 27 Mar 2024 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Alice in Wonderland Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: What exactly is a "thriller"?

- High-Rise Preview

Alice in Wonderland (1999)

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 20 Mar 2024 10:00:00 +0000

“We’re all mad here. I’m mad. You’re mad.” “How do you know I’m mad?” said Alice. “You must be,” said the Cat, “or you wouldn’t have come here.” It's Alice in Wonderland, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is High-rise!

Prequel to Alice in Wonderland - Authors Who Maybe (?) Disappointed Us: Lewis Carroll Edition

Bryan and Katie — Thu, 14 Mar 2024 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Secretary Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: Authors Who Maybe (?) Disappointed Us: Lewis Carroll Edition

- Alice in Wonderland (1999) Preview

Secretary

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 06 Mar 2024 11:00:00 +0000

In one way or another, I've always suffered. I didn't know why, exactly. But I do know that I'm not so scared of suffering now. It's Secretary, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is the winner of our March Madness Bracket: Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland/Alice Through the Looking Glass!

Prequel to Secretary - Beastly Fan Reaction, Secretary Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 28 Feb 2024 11:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Beastly Fan Reaction

- Secretary Preview

Beastly

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 21 Feb 2024 11:00:00 +0000

Pretty gruesome, huh? I've seen worse. It's Beastly, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Secretary!

Prequel to Beastly - Never Let Me Go Fan Reaction, Beastly Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 14 Feb 2024 11:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Never Let Me Go Fan Reaction

- Beastly Preview

Never Let Me Go

Bryan and Katie — Fri, 09 Feb 2024 11:00:00 +0000

What I'm not sure about is if our lives have been so different from the lives of the people we save. We all complete. Maybe none of us really understand what we've lived through, or feel we've had enough time. It's Never Let Me Go, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Beastly!

Prequel to Never Let Me Go - The Great Mouse Detective Fan Reaction, Kazuo Ishiguro

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 31 Jan 2024 23:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- The Great Mouse Detective Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: Kazua Ishiguro

- Never Let Me Go Preview

The Great Mouse Detective

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 24 Jan 2024 11:00:00 +0000

There's always a chance, Doctor, as long as one can think. It's The Great Mouse Detective, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Never Let Me Go!

Prequel to The Great Mouse Detective - Forrest Gump Fan Reaction, Disney's Dark Age

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 17 Jan 2024 11:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Forrest Gump Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: Disney's Dark Age

- The Great Mouse Detective Preview

Forrest Gump

Bryan and Katie — Thu, 11 Jan 2024 11:00:00 +0000

I don't know if we each have a destiny, or if we're all just floating around accidental-like on a breeze, but I, I think maybe it's both. Maybe both is happening at the same time. It's Forrest Gump, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is The Great Mouse Detective!

Prequel to Forrest Gump - Barbie in the Nutcracker Fan Reaction, Tom Hanks

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 03 Jan 2024 11:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Barbie in the Nutcracker Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: Tom Hanks

- Forrest Gump Preview

Barbie in the Nutcracker

Bryan and Katie — Sat, 23 Dec 2023 12:00:00 +0000

In her first ever feature-length movie, Barbie comes magically to life. It's Barbie in the Nutcracker, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Forrest Gump!

Prequel to Barbie in the Nutcracker - 101 Dalmatians Fan Reaction

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 11:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- 101 Dalmatians Fan Reaction

- Barbie in the Nutcracker Preview

101 Dalmatians

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 13 Dec 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Tune in for the canine caper of the century. It's 101 Dalmatians, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Listeners Choice: The Nutcracker!

Prequel to 101 Dalmatians - Kiss Kiss Bang Bang Fan Reaction, Wolfgang Reitherman

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 06 Dec 2023 11:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Kiss Kiss Bang Bang Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: Wolfgang Reitherman

- 101 Dalmatians Preview

Kiss Kiss Bang Bang

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 29 Nov 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Go. Sleep badly. Any questions, hesitate to call. It's Kiss Kiss Bang Bang, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is 101 Dalmatians!

Prequel to Kiss Kiss Bang Bang - Bridge to Terabithia Fan Reaction, Mike Shayne Mysteries

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 22 Nov 2023 11:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Bridge to Terabithia Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: Mike Shayne Mysteries

- Kiss Kiss Bang Bang Preview

Bridge to Terabithia

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 15 Nov 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Just close your eyes, but keep your mind wide open. It's Bridge to Terabithia, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Kiss Kiss Bang Bang!

Prequel to Bridge to Terabithia - Carrie Fan Reaction, Katherine Paterson

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 08 Nov 2023 11:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Carrie Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: Katherine Paterson

- Bridge to Terabithia Preview

Top 5 Best and Worst Adaptations of All Time*

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 25 Oct 2023 10:02:00 +0000

This is our live episode from Cape Con 2023. We go through our top 5 best and worst adaptations that we've done on the show so far. Hope you enjoy this special episode while we're away on our honeymoon!

*Not actually "all time".

Carrie

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 18 Oct 2023 10:00:00 +0000

They're all gonna laugh at you! It's Carrie, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

We're on a short hiatus while we're on our late honeymoon, but next week we're putting out our Cape Con 2023 Live Episode - Top 5 Best and Worst Adaptations of All Time!

Prequel to Carrie - Practical Magic Fan Reaction, Carrie Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 11 Oct 2023 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Practical Magic Fan Reaction

- Carrie Preview

Practical Magic

Bryan and Katie — Fri, 06 Oct 2023 10:00:00 +0000

My darling girl, when are you going to realize that being normal is not necessarily a virtue? It rather denotes a lack of courage! It's Practical Magic, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Carrie!

Prequel to Practical Magic - Thunderball Fan Reaction, The 90s Witch Boom

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 27 Sep 2023 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Thunderball Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: The 90s Witch Boom

- Practical Magic Preview

Thunderball

Bryan and Katie — Thu, 21 Sep 2023 10:00:00 +0000

Bond loathed and despised tea, that flat, soft, time-wasting opium of the masses. It's Thunderball, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Practical Magic!

Prequel to Thunderball - The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society Fan Reaction

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 13 Sep 2023 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society Fan Reaction

- Thunderball Preview

The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 06 Sep 2023 10:00:00 +0000

Our Friday night book club became a refuge to us. A private freedom to feel the world growing darker all around you, but you only need a candle to see new worlds unfold. It's The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Thunderball!

Prequel to The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society - Catherine Called Birdy Fan Reaction

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 30 Aug 2023 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Catherine Called Birdy Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: Historical Fiction

- The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society Preview

Catherine Called Birdy

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 23 Aug 2023 10:00:00 +0000

I am, thank the Lord, very cunning. Most girls are, though we’re not given due credit for it. It's Catherine Called Birdy, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society!

Prequel to Catherine Called Birdy - Allegiant Fan Reaction

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 16 Aug 2023 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Allegiant Fan Reaction

- Catherine Called Birdy Preview

Allegiant

Bryan and Katie — Fri, 11 Aug 2023 10:00:00 +0000

The truth lies beyond the wall. It's Allegiant, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Let's Talk About the Book: What Worked vs. What Didn't
Let's Talk About the Movie: What Worked vs. What Didn't
The Movie Nailed It
Lost in Adaptation
Bryan and Katie Predict The Divergent Trilogy
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Catherine, Called Birdy!

Prequel to Allegiant - The Lorax Fan Reaction

Bryan and Katie — Fri, 04 Aug 2023 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- The Lorax Fan Reaction

- Allegiant Preview

The Lorax

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 26 Jul 2023 10:00:00 +0000

Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better—it’s not. It's The Lorax, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Summer Series 2023: Allegiant!

The Prequel to The Lorax - The Tumblr Sexyman, Insurgent Fan Reaction

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 19 Jul 2023 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Insurgent Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: The Tumblr Sexyman

- The Lorax Preview

Insurgent

Bryan and Katie — Thu, 13 Jul 2023 10:00:00 +0000

This harmony we achieved is now under attack from a small but extremely dangerous group of individuals. We call them Divergents. They are, in essence, the worst of what humanity used to be. Rebellious, defiant, and uncontrollable. It's Insurgent, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Lost in Adaptation
Bryan and Katie Predict The Divergent Trilogy
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is The Lorax!

Prequel to Insurgent - James and the GIant Peach Fan Reaction, The YA Dystopian Boom

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 05 Jul 2023 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- James and the Giant Peach Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: The YA Dystopian Boom

- Insurgent Preview

James and the Giant Peach

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 28 Jun 2023 10:00:00 +0000

And because so many children were always begging him to tell and tell again the story of his adventures on the peach, he thought it would be nice if one day he sat down and wrote a book. So he did. It's James and the Giant Peach, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Summer Series 2023: Insurgent!

Prequel to James and the Giant Peach - Divergent Fan Reaction

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 21 Jun 2023 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Divergent Fan Reaction

- James and the Giant Peach Preview

Divergent

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 14 Jun 2023 10:00:00 +0000

The system removes the threat of anyone exercising their independent will. Divergents threaten that system. It won't be safe until they're removed. It's Divergent, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Bryan and Katie Predict The Divergent Trilogy
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is James and the Giant Peach!

Prequel to Divergent - What Divergent factions are we?

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 07 Jun 2023 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- I'm Thinking of Ending Things Fan Reaction

- Chatting with TFIL: What Divergent faction are we?

- Divergent Preview

I'm Thinking of Ending Things

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 31 May 2023 10:00:00 +0000

Other animals live in the present. Humans cannot, so they invented hope. It's I'm Thinking of Ending Things, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Summer Series 2023: Divergent!

Prequel to I'm Thinking of Ending Things - The Black Cauldron Fan Reaction, Surrealism

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 24 May 2023 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- The Black Cauldron Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: Surrealism

- I'm Thinking of Ending Things Preview

The Black Cauldron

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 17 May 2023 10:00:00 +0000

Legend has it, in the mystic land of Prydain, there was once a king so cruel and so evil, that even the Gods feared him. It's The Black Cauldron, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is I'm Thinking of Ending Things!

Prequel to The Black Cauldron - 2001 Fan Reaction, Disney Flops, The Black Cauldron Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 10 May 2023 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- 2001: A Space Odyssey Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: Disney Flops

- The Black Cauldron Preview

2001: A Space Odyssey

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 03 May 2023 10:00:00 +0000

I am putting myself to the fullest possible use, which is all I think that any conscious entity can ever hope to do. It's 2001: A Space Odyssey, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is The Black Cauldron!

Prequel to 2001: A Space Odyssey - The Devil Wears Prada Fan Reaction, 2001 Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 26 Apr 2023 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- The Devil Wears Prada Fan Reaction

- 2001: A Space Odyssey Preview

The Devil Wears Prada

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 19 Apr 2023 10:00:00 +0000

Who is that sad little person? Are we doing a before-and-after piece I don't know about? It's The Devil Wears Prada, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is 2001: A Space Odyssey!

Prequel to The Devil Wears Prada - The Last Unicorn Fan Reaction, The Devil Wears Prada Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 12 Apr 2023 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- The Last Unicorn Fan Reaction

- The Devil Wears Prada Preview

The Last Unicorn

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 05 Apr 2023 10:00:00 +0000

There are no happy endings because nothing ends. It's The Last Unicorn, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is The Devil Wears Prada!

Prequel to The Last Unicorn - Robin Hood Fan Reaction, Peter S. Beagle

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 29 Mar 2023 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Robin Hood Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: Peter S. Beagle

- The Last Unicorn Preview

Robin Hood

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 22 Mar 2023 10:00:00 +0000

You know somethin’, Robin. I was just wonderin’... are we good guys or bad guys? It's Robin Hood, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is The Last Unicorn!

Prequel to Robin Hood - The Parent Trap Fan Reaction, Folklore, Robin Hood Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 15 Mar 2023 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- The Parent Trap Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: Folklore

- Robin Hood Preview

The Parent Trap

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 08 Mar 2023 11:00:00 +0000

So if your Mom is my Mom and my Dad is your Dad... and we're both born on October 11th, then you and I are... like... sisters. Sisters? Hallie, we're like twins! It's The Parent Trap, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is our march madness winner for Robin Hood!

Prequel to The Parent Trap - Watchmen Fan Reaction, The Parent Trap Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 01 Mar 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Watchmen

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 22 Feb 2023 11:00:00 +0000

And out of that contradiction, against unfathomable odds, it's you - only you - that emerged. To distill so specific a form, from all that chaos. It's like turning air into gold. It's Watchmen, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie will be The Parent Trap!

Prequel to Watchmen - Chocolat Fan Reaction, Zack Snyder, Watchmen Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 15 Feb 2023 11:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Chocolat Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: Zack Snyder

- Watchmen Preview

Chocolat

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 08 Feb 2023 11:00:00 +0000

So, through good times and bad, famine and feast, the villagers held fast to their traditions. Until, one winter day, a sly wind blew in from the North... It's Chocolat, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie will be Watchmen!

Prequel to Chocolat - Drive Fan Reaction, Chocolat Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 01 Feb 2023 11:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Drive Fan Reaction

- Chocolat Preview

Drive

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 25 Jan 2023 11:00:00 +0000

You give me a time and a place, I give you a five-minute window. Anything happens in that five minutes and I'm yours. No matter what. Anything happens a minute either side of that and you're on your own. It's Drive, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Chocolat!

Prequel to Drive - Murder on the Orient Express Fan Reaction, Drive Preview

Bryan and Katie — Fri, 20 Jan 2023 11:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Murder on the Orient Express Fan Reaction

- Drive Preview

Murder on the Orient Express (2017)

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 11 Jan 2023 11:00:00 +0000

You tell your lies... and you think no one will know. But there are two people who will know. Yes, two people. Your God... and Hercule Poirot. It's Murder on the Orient Express, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie will be in 2023, and it's Drive!

Prequel to Murder on the Orient Express - It's a Wonderful Life Fan Reaction, Agatha Christie

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 04 Jan 2023 11:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- It's a Wonderful Life Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: Agatha Christie

- Murder on the Orient Express Preview

It's a Wonderful Life

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 21 Dec 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Remember, George: no man is a failure who has friends. It's a Wonderful Life, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie will be in 2023, and it's Murder on the Orient Express!

Prequel to It's a Wonderful Life - The Three Musketeers Fan Reaction, It's a Wonderful Life Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 14 Dec 2022 11:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- The Three Musketeers Fan Reaction

- It's a Wonderful Life Preview

The Three Musketeers

Bryan and Katie — Thu, 08 Dec 2022 11:00:00 +0000

All for one, and one for all! It’s The Three Musketeers, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is It's a Wonderful Life!

Prequel to The Three Musketeers - Ferdinand Fan Reaction, Alexandre Dumas

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 30 Nov 2022 11:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Ferdinand Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: Alexandre Dumas

- The Three Musketeers Preview

Ferdinand

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 23 Nov 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Built to fight, born to love. It’s Ferdinand, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is The Three Musketeers!

Prequel to Ferdinand - Kid's Books and Gender Stereotypes

Bryan and Katie — Mon, 14 Nov 2022 11:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- There Will Be Blood Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: Kid's Books and Gender Stereotypes

- Ferdinand Preview

There Will Be Blood

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 09 Nov 2022 11:00:00 +0000

I have a competition in me. I want no one else to succeed. I hate most people. There are times when I... I look at people and I see nothing worth liking. I want to earn enough money I can get away from everyone. It’s There Will Be Blood, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Ferdinand!

Prequel to There Will Be Blood - Doctor Sleep Fan Reaction, Upton Sinclair

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 02 Nov 2022 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Doctor Sleep Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: Upton Sinclair

- There Will Be Blood Preview

Midsommar [PATRON BONUS EPISODE]

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 26 Oct 2022 14:45:00 +0000

We just got married! So while we recover, and in lieu of a normal episode this week, we decided to release one of our recent bonus Patron episodes into the main feed.

If you enjoyed this content consider checking out our Patreon and subscribing for $5 a month where you'll get access to all of our past and future bonus episodes!

Doctor Sleep

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 19 Oct 2022 10:00:00 +0000

I see the grease all over you. You don't 'shine' quite the same. Growing up spoils that, I guess. It’s Doctor Sleep, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is There Will be Blood!

Prequel to Doctor Sleep - Zathura Fan Reaction, Decades-Later Sequels

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 05 Oct 2022 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Zathura Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: Decades-Later Sequels

- Doctor Sleep Preview

Zathura

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 28 Sep 2022 10:00:00 +0000

Adventure is waiting. It’s Zathura, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Doctor Sleep!

Prequel to Zathura - Fifty Shades Freed Fan Reaction, Sci-fi for Kids

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 21 Sep 2022 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Fifty Shades Freed Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: Sci-fi for Kids

- Zathura Preview

Fifty Shades Freed

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 14 Sep 2022 10:00:00 +0000

Mrs. Grey will see you now... It’s Fifty Shades Freed, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Bryan and Katie Predict the Fifty Shades Saga
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Zathura!

Prequel to Fifty Shades Freed - A Room with a View Fan Reaction, Fifty Shades Freed Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 31 Aug 2022 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- A Room with a View Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: Special Episode Coming Soon: Fifty Shades and BDSM!

- Fifty Shades Freed Preview

A Room with a View

Bryan and Katie — Fri, 26 Aug 2022 10:00:00 +0000

He's the sort who can't know anyone intimately, least of all a woman. But I love you. I want you to have your own thoughts and ideas and feelings, even when I hold you in my arms. It’s A Room with a View, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Fifty Shades Freed!

Prequel to A Room with a View - Freaky Friday Fan Reaction, E.M. Forster

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 17 Aug 2022 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Freaky Friday Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: E.M. Forster

- A Room with a View Preview

Freaky Friday

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 10 Aug 2022 10:00:00 +0000

Every teenager's nightmare...turning into her mother. It’s Freaky Friday, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is A Room with a View!

Prequel to Freaky Friday - The Body Swap Trope, Fifty Shades Darker Fan Reaction

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 03 Aug 2022 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Fifty Shades Darker Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: The Body Swap Trope

- Freaky Friday Preview

Fifty Shades Darker

Bryan and Katie — Thu, 28 Jul 2022 10:00:00 +0000

Every fairy tale has a dark side... (pause for laughter). It’s Fifty Shades Darker, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Bryan and Katie Predict the Fifty Shades Saga
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Freaky Friday!

Prequel to Fifty Shades Darker - Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy Fan Reaction, E.L. James

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 20 Jul 2022 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: E.L. James

- Fifty Shades Darker Preview

Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy

Bryan and Katie — Fri, 15 Jul 2022 10:00:00 +0000

It's the oldest question of all, George. Who can spy on the spies? It’s Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Fifty Shades Darker!

Prequel to Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy - Putting a Story into Historical Context, Annihilation Fan Reaction

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 06 Jul 2022 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Annihilation Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: Putting a Story into Historical Context

- Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy Preview

Annihilation

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 29 Jun 2022 10:00:00 +0000

That's how the madness of the world tries to colonize you: from the outside in, forcing you to live in its reality. It’s Annihilation, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy!

Prequel to Annihilation - 50 Shades Fan Reaction, Weird Fiction, Annihilation Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 22 Jun 2022 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- 50 Shades of Grey Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: Weird Fiction

- Annihilation Preview

50 Shades of Grey

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 15 Jun 2022 10:00:00 +0000

Mr. Grey will see you now... It’s 50 Shades of Grey, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Bryan and Katie Predict the 50 Shades Saga
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Annihilation!

Prequel to 50 Shades of Grey - The Jungle Book Fan Reaction, 50 Shades and Fanfiction

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 08 Jun 2022 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- The Jungle Book Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: 50 Shades and Fancfiction

- 50 Shades of Grey Preview

The Jungle Book (1967)

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 01 Jun 2022 10:00:00 +0000

Meet Mowgli, the man cub. Baloo thinks he'll make a darn good bear. Shere Khan thinks he'll make a darn good meal. It’s The Jungle Book, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is 50 Shades of Grey!

Prequel to The Jungle Book - Inkheart Fan Reaction, Rudyard Kipling, The Jungle Book Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 25 May 2022 10:06:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Inkheart Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: Rudyard Kipling

- The Jungle Book Preview

Inkheart

Bryan and Katie — Thu, 19 May 2022 10:00:00 +0000

Since the dawn of time, storytellers have enchanted audiences with their words. But there is an even rarer gift. There are those, who by reading out loud, can bring characters to life. Out of books and into our world. It’s Inkheart, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is The Jungle Book!

Prequel to Inkheart - Children of Men Fan Reaction, Brendan Fraser, Inkheart Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 11 May 2022 10:28:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Children of Men Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: Brendan Fraser

- Inkheart Preview

Children of Men

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 04 May 2022 10:00:00 +0000

No children. No future. No hope. It’s Children of Men, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Inkheart!

Prequel to Children of Men - Ender's Game Fan Reaction, P.D. James, Children of Men Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 27 Apr 2022 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Ender's Game Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: P.D. James

- Children of Men Preview

Ender's Game

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 19 Apr 2022 10:00:00 +0000

This movie needed to be 45 minutes longer. Boy am I glad it wasn’t, but it needed to be. It’s Ender's Game, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Children of Men!

Prequel to Ender's Game - Orson Scott Card is the Worst

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 13 Apr 2022 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- The Remains of the Day Fan Reaction

- Authors Who Disappointed Us: Orson Scott Card

- Ender's Game Preview

The Remains of the Day

Bryan and Katie — Fri, 08 Apr 2022 10:00:00 +0000

Each one of you has his own particular duty - or her duty. Polished brass, brilliant silver, mahogany shining like a mirror. That is the welcome we will show these foreign visitors - and let them know that they're in England where order and tradition still prevail. It’s The Remains of the Day, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Ender's Game!

Prequel to The Remains of the Day - Ever After Fan Reaction, What is a Period Piece?

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 30 Mar 2022 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Ever After Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: Period Pieces

- The Remains of the Day Preview

Ever After

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 23 Mar 2022 10:00:00 +0000

And, while Cinderella and her prince *did* live happily ever after, the point, gentlemen, is that they lived. It’s Ever After, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is The Remains of the Day.

Prequel to Ever After - GoodFellas Fan Reaction, Cinderella, Ever After Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 16 Mar 2022 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- GoodFellas Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: Cinderella

- Ever After Preview

GoodFellas

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 09 Mar 2022 11:00:00 +0000

As far back as I can remember I always wanted to be a gangster. It’s GoodFellas, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Cinderella March Madness! Go vote on social media!

Prequel to GoodFellas - Slapstick of Another Kind Fan Reaction, GoodFellas Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 02 Mar 2022 03:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Slapstick of Another Kind Fan Reaction

- GoodFellas Preview

Slapstick of Another Kind

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 23 Feb 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Well that was certainly a thing that exists. It’s Slapstick of Another Kind, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is GoodFellas!

Prequel to Slapstick of Another Kind - The Handmaiden Fan Reaction, Kurt Vonnegut

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 16 Feb 2022 11:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- The Handmaiden Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: Kurt Vonnegut

- Slapstick of Another Kind Preview

The Handmaiden

Bryan and Katie — Sat, 12 Feb 2022 23:30:00 +0000

The daughter of a legendary thief, who sewed winter coats out of stolen purses. Herself a thief, pickpocket, swindler. The savior who came to tear my life apart. My Tamako. My Sookee. It’s The Handmaiden, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Slapstick of Another Kind!

Prequel to The Handmaiden - I Am Legend Fan Reaction, Lesbian Literature

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 01 Feb 2022 11:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- I Am Legend Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: Lesbian Literature

- The Handmaiden/Fingersmith Preview

I Am Legend

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 26 Jan 2022 11:00:00 +0000

My name is Robert Neville. I am a survivor living in New York City. I am broadcasting on all AM frequencies. I will be at the South Street Seaport everyday at mid-day, when the sun is highest in the sky. It’s I Am Legend, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next episode is The Handmaiden (2016)!

Prequel to I Am Legend - The Godfather Fan Reaction, Novel vs. Novella

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 19 Jan 2022 11:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- The Godfather Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: Novel vs. Novella

- I Am Legend Preview

The Godfather

Bryan and Katie — Sat, 15 Jan 2022 18:15:00 +0000

Now you come to me and you say “Don Corleone, give me justice”, but you don’t even ask with respect. You don’t offer friendship. You don’t even think to call me… Godfather. This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is I Am Legend!

Prequel to The Godfather - How the Grinch Stole Christmas Fan Reaction, The Godfather Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 05 Jan 2022 11:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- How the Grinch Stole Christmas! Fan Reaction

- The Godfather Preview

How the Grinch Stole Christmas!

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 22 Dec 2021 11:00:00 +0000

Every Who down in WhoVille liked Christmas a lot…but the Grinch, who lived just North of WhoVille, did NOT. It’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas!, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

We're off next week for the holidays, but we'll be back in 2022!

Prequel to How the Grinch Stole Christmas! - Hogfather Fan Reaction, Nostalgia-bait Remakes, How the Grinch Stole Christmas Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 15 Dec 2021 11:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Hogfather Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: Nostalgia-Bait Remakes

- How the Grinch Stole Christmas! Preview

Hogfather

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 08 Dec 2021 11:00:00 +0000

HO. HO. HO. We’re traveling to Discworld just in time for Hogswatch. It’s Hogfather, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is a listener's choice for How the Grinch Stole Christmas!

Prequel to Hogfather - Nick and Norah's Fan Reaction, Terry Pratchett, Hogfather Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 01 Dec 2021 11:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: Terry Pratchett

- Hogfather Preview

Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 24 Nov 2021 11:00:00 +0000

Every night has a soundtrack. All you have to do is press play. It’s Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Hogfather!

Prequel to Nick and Nora's Infinitie Playlist - Dune Reaction, YA Romance

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 17 Nov 2021 11:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Dune Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: YA Romance

- Nick and Nora's Infinite Playlist Preview

Dune (2021) [Feat. Aaron Rabinowitz]

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 10 Nov 2021 11:00:00 +0000

Dreams are messages from the deep. It’s Dune, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Nick and Nora's Infinite Playlist!

Prequel to Dune - The Witches Fan Reaction, Frank Herbert, Dune Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 03 Nov 2021 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- The Witches Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: Frank Herbert

- Dune Preview

The Witches (1990)

Bryan and Katie — Thu, 28 Oct 2021 10:00:00 +0000

In fairy tales, witches always wear silly black hats and black cloaks, and they ride on broomsticks. But this is not a fairy tale. This is about REAL WITCHES. It’s The Witches, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Dune (2021)! We'll be joined by Aaron Rabinowitz from Philosophers in Space and Embrace the Void.

Prequel to The Witches - Authors Who Disappointed Us: Roald Dahl Edition

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 20 Oct 2021 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Don't Look Now Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: Authors Who Disappointed Us: Roald Dahl Edition

- The Witches Preview

Don't Look Now

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 13 Oct 2021 10:00:00 +0000

The churches belong to God, but he doesn't seem to care about them. It’s Don't Look Now, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is The Witches - Listener Choice! Be sure to vote on social media.

Prequel to Don't Look Now - Psycho Reaction, Daphne du Maurier

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 06 Oct 2021 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Psycho Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: Daphne du Maurier

- Don't Look Now Preview

Psycho

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 29 Sep 2021 10:00:00 +0000

The picture you MUST see from the beginning... Or not at all!... For no one will be seated after the start of... Alfred Hitchcock's greatest shocker. It’s Psycho, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Don't Look Now!

Prequel to Psycho - The Great Gatsby Reaction, Alfred Hitchcock, Psycho Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 22 Sep 2021 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- The Great Gatsby Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: Alfred Hitchcock

- Psycho Preview

The Great Gatsby

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 15 Sep 2021 10:00:00 +0000

Crank up the jazz, pour yourself a gin rickey, and try not to put too much faith in the stock market — we’re headed back to the roaring 20s old sport. It’s The Great Gatsby, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Psycho!

Prequel to The Great Gatsby - I Know What You Did Last Summer Fan Reaction, F. Scott Fitzgerald

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 08 Sep 2021 10:10:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- I Know What You Did Last Summer Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: F. Scott Fitzgerald

- The Great Gatsby Preview

I Know What You Did Last Summer

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 01 Sep 2021 10:00:00 +0000

If you're going to bury the truth, make sure it stays buried. It’s I Know What You Did Last Summer, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Listener's Choise: The Great Gatsby, To Kill a Mockingbird, or The Outsiders.

Prequel to I Know What You Did Last Summer - Mockingjay Part 2 Fan Reaction

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 25 Aug 2021 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Mockingjay - Part 2 Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: Lois Duncan

- I Know What You Did Last Summer Preview

The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 2

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 18 Aug 2021 10:00:00 +0000

We're fickle, stupid beings with poor memories and a great gift for self-destruction. Although who knows? Maybe this will be it, Katniss. The time it sticks. It’s The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 2, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Katie Predicts The Hunger Games Trilogy
Final Verdict

Our next movie is I Know What You Did Last Summer!

Prequel to Mockingjay Part 2 - Mockingjay Part 1 Fan Reaction, Mockingjay Part 2 Preview

Bryan and Katie — Sun, 15 Aug 2021 17:30:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 1 Fan Reaction

- The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 2 Preview

The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 1

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 11 Aug 2021 10:00:00 +0000

Fire is catching! And if we burn, you burn with us! It’s The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 1, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Katie Predicts The Hunger Games Trilogy
Final Verdict

Our next movie is The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 2!

Prequel to Mockingjay Part 1 - Beauty and the Beast Fan Reaction, Mockingjay Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 04 Aug 2021 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Beauty and the Beast Fan Reaction

- The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 1 Preview

Beauty and the Beast (1991)

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 28 Jul 2021 10:00:00 +0000

A tale as old as time, and one of Katie's favorite movies. It’s Beauty and the Beast, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Guess Who?
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 1!

Prequel to Beauty and the Beast - Beauty and the Beast, Stockholm Syndrome, and Why You’re Probably Wrong About It:

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 21 Jul 2021 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Catching Fire Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: Beauty and the Beast, Stockholm Syndrome, and Why You’re Probably Wrong About It: Dispelling a Rampant Myth that Makes Katie Go Absolutely Feral

- Beauty and the Beast Preview

Catching Fire (The Hunger Games Trilogy)

Bryan and Katie — Fri, 16 Jul 2021 10:00:00 +0000

The revolution will not be televised. The revolution will be no re-run, brothers. The revolution will be live. It’s Catching Fire, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Katie Predicts The Hunger Games Trilogy
Final Verdict

Our next movie is Beauty and the Beast!

Prequel to Catching Fire - Hatchet Fan Reaction, The "Chosen One" Trope, Catching Fire Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 07 Jul 2021 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts

- Hatchet Fan Reaction

- Learning with TFIL: The Chosen One

- The Hunger Games: Catching Fire Preview

Hatchet

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 30 Jun 2021 18:40:00 +0000

Here it was. The Episode. The Episode, which he had been excited to do. The Episode about his favorite childhood book. The book that he read as a child. The Hatchet Episode. It’s Hatchet, and This Film is Lit.

Let Me Sum Up
Was That in the Book?
Lost in Adaptation
Better in the Book
Better in the Movie
The Movie Nailed It
Odds and Ends
Final Verdict

Our next movie is The Hunger Games: Catching Fire!

Hatchet

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 30 Jun 2021 10:00:00 +0000

Here it was. The Episode. The Episode, which he had been excited to do. The Episode about his favorite childhood book. The book that he read as a child. The Hatchet Episode. It’s ***Hatchet***, and **This Film is Lit**. - Let Me Sum Up - Was That in the Book? - Lost in Adaptation - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Our next movie is **The Hunger Games: Catching Fire**

Prequel to Hatchet - Hunger Games Reaction, Children's Books and Gender, Hatchet Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 23 Jun 2021 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts - *The Hunger Games* Fan Reaction - Learning with TFIL: **Children's Books and Gender** - **Hatchet** Preview

The Hunger Games

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 16 Jun 2021 10:00:00 +0000

May the odds be ever in your favor. It’s ***The Hunger Games***, and **This Film is Lit**. - Let Me Sum Up - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Katie Predicts The Hunger Games Trilogy - Final Verdict Our next movie is **Hatchet**

Prequel to The Hunger Games - Dystopian Fiction

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 09 Jun 2021 10:00:17 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts - *The Princess Bride* Fan Reaction - Learning with TFIL: **Dystopian Fiction** - **The Hunger Games** Preview

The Princess Bride Revisited

Bryan and Katie — Fri, 04 Jun 2021 10:00:16 +0000

A tale of fencing, fighting, torture, revenge, giants, monsters, chases, escapes, true love, miracles … and a revisit to our very first episode and one of our favorite films. If that doesn’t sound too bad, try to stay awake. It’s ***The Princess Bride***, and **This Film is Lit**. - Let Me Sum Up - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Our next movie is **The Hunger Games**

Prequel to The Princess Bride Revisited - What is a "cult classic?"

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 26 May 2021 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts - *Radio Free Albemuth* Fan Reaction - Learning with TFIL: **What is a 'cult classic?'** - **The Princess Bride** Preview

Radio Free Albemuth

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 19 May 2021 10:00:03 +0000

Is everybody at the party? Is everybody’s president at the party? It’s ***Radio Free Albemuth***, and **This Film is Lit**. - Let Me Sum Up - Guess Who? - Was That in the Book? - Lost in Adaptation - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Our next movie is **The Princess Bride Revisited**

Prequel to Radio Free Albemuth - The Moral Controversy of Posthumous Publication

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 12 May 2021 10:00:47 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts - *The Bourne Identity* Fan Reaction - Learning with TFIL: **Posthumous Publication** - **Radio Free Albemuth** Preview

The Bourne Identity

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 05 May 2021 10:00:16 +0000

Come along as we disect the man who has no memory to forget. It’s ***The Bourne Identity***, and **This Film is Lit**. - Let Me Sum Up - Guess Who? - Was That in the Book? - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Our next movie is **Radio Free Albemuth**

Prequel to The Bourne Identity - Babe Fan Reaction, The Spy Fiction Genre, The Bourne Identity Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 28 Apr 2021 10:00:59 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts - *Babe* Fan Reaction - Learning with TFIL: **The Spy Fiction Genre** - **The Bourne Identity** Preview

Babe

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 21 Apr 2021 10:00:11 +0000

That'll do pig, that'll do. It’s ***Babe***, and **This Film is Lit**. - Let Me Sum Up - Guess Who? - Was That in the Book? - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Our next movie is **The Bourne Identity**

Prequel to Babe - Stir of Echoes Fan Reaction, Animals in Film, Babe Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 14 Apr 2021 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts - *Stir of Echoes* Fan Reaction - Learning with TFIL: **Animals in Film** - **Babe** Preview

Stir of Echoes

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 07 Apr 2021 10:00:04 +0000

Every neighborhood has a dark secret if you’re willing to dig deep enough. Luckily Kevin Bacon has a shovel and a marriage to destroy. It’s ***Stir of Echoes***, and **This Film is Lit**. - Let Me Sum Up - Guess Who? - Was That in the Book? - Lost in Adaptation - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Our next movie is **Babe**

Prequel to Stir of Echoes - The Neverending Story II Fan Reaction, Kevin Bacon, A Stir of Echoes Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 31 Mar 2021 10:01:28 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts - *The Neverending Story II: The Next Chapter* Fan Reaction - Learning with TFIL: **Kevin Bacon** - **Stir of Echoes** Preview

The Neverending Story II: The Next Chapter [Feat. April Etmanski]

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 24 Mar 2021 10:00:00 +0000

We return to the land of Fantasia as a new threat endangers the magical realm. It’s ***The Neverending Story II: The Next Chapter***, and **This Film is Lit**. - Let Me Sum Up - Guess Who? - Was That in the Book? - Lost in Adaptation - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Our next movie is **A Stir of Echoes**

Prequel to The Neverending Story II: The Next Chapter - Are '80s Films More Traumatizing?

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 17 Mar 2021 10:01:10 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts - *The Neverending Story* Fan Reaction - Discussing with TFIL: **Are '80s Films More Traumatizing?** - **The Neverending Story II: The Next Chapter** Preview

The Neverending Story [Feat. April Etmanski]

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 10 Mar 2021 13:56:06 +0000

Journey with us to a magical land of brave warriors, epic quests, and 80’s nostalgia. It’s ***The Neverending Story***, and **This Film is Lit**. - Let Me Sum Up - Guess Who? - Was That in the Book? - Lost in Adaptation - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Our next movie is **The Neverending Story Part 2: The Next Chapter** with April Etmanski from No Such Thing as a Bad Movie Podcast!

Prequel to The Neverending Story - Solaris Fan Reaction, Michael Ende, The Neverending Story Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 03 Mar 2021 11:01:30 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts - *Solaris* Fan Reaction - Learning with TFIL: **Michael Ende** - **The Neverending Story** Preview

Solaris

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 24 Feb 2021 11:01:47 +0000

How do you expect to communicate with the ocean, when you can’t even understand one another? It’s ***Solaris***, and **This Film is Lit**. - Let Me Sum Up - Guess Who? - Was That in the Book? - Lost in Adaptation - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Our next movie is **The Neverending Story** with April Etmanski from No Such Thing as a Bad Movie Podcast!

Prequel to Solaris - Pride and Prejudice Fan Reaction, Translating Fiction, Solaris Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 17 Feb 2021 11:03:20 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts - *Pride and Prejudice* Fan Polls - Learning with TFIL: **Translating Fiction** - **Solaris** Preview

Pride and Prejudice

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 10 Feb 2021 11:01:23 +0000

It is a truth universally acknowledged that a podcast which compares books to their film adaptations must be in want of a Jane Austen property. It’s ***Pride and Prejudice***, and **This Film is Lit**. - Let Me Sum Up - Guess Who? - Was That in the Book? - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Our next movie is **Solaris**

Prequel to Pride and Prejudice - Little Mermaid Reaction, Pride and Prejudice Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 03 Feb 2021 11:15:35 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts - *The Little Mermaid* Fan Polls - Discussing with TFIL: **Why aren't we doing the 1995 BBC Miniseries!?** - **Pride and Prejudice** Preview

The Little Mermaid

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 27 Jan 2021 11:00:06 +0000

Darling, it's better down where it's wetter. It’s ***The Little Mermaid***, and **This Film is Lit**. - Let Me Sum Up - Guess Who? - Was That in the Book? - Lost in Adaptation - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Our next movie is **Pride and Prejudice**

Prequel to The Little Mermaid - The Phantom Tollbooth Reaction, Howard Ashman, Little Mermaid Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 20 Jan 2021 11:02:01 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts - *The Phantom Tollbooth* Fan Polls - Learning with TFIL: **Howard Ashman** - **The Little Mermaid** Preview

The Phantom Tollbooth

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 13 Jan 2021 11:02:55 +0000

Journey with us to a land and story that are beyond Expectations. It’s ***The Phantom Tollbooth***, and **This Film is Lit**. - Let Me Sum Up - Guess Who? - Was That in the Book? - Lost in Adaptation - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Our next movie is **The Little Mermaid**

Prequel to The Phantom Tollbooth - Polar Express Reaction, Chuck Jones, The Phantom Tollbooth Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 06 Jan 2021 11:01:40 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts - *The Polar Express* Fan Polls - Learning with TFIL: **Chuck Jones** - **The Phantom Tollbooth** Preview

The Polar Express

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 23 Dec 2020 11:04:00 +0000

Can you hear the bells? In perhaps the longest theme park ride pitch in existence, it’s **The Polar Express**, and **This Film is Lit**. - Let Me Sum Up - Was That in the Book? - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict We're off next week! Our next movie is **The Phantom Tollbooth**

Prequel to The Polar Express - Little Women Reaction, Motion Capture, The Polar Express Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 16 Dec 2020 11:01:28 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts - *Little Women* Fan Polls - Learning with TFIL: **Motion Capture** - **The Polar Express** Preview

Little Women (1994)

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 09 Dec 2020 11:01:30 +0000

The March sisters come of age in post-civil war America. It’s ***Little Women***, and **This Film is Lit**. - Let Me Sum Up - Guess Who? - Was That in the Book? - Lost in Adaptation - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Our next movie is **Polar Express**

Prequel to Little Women - Jumanji Reaction, Louisa May Alcott, Little Women Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 02 Dec 2020 11:02:49 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts - *Jumanji* Fan Polls - Learning with TFIL: **Louisa May Alcott** - **Little Women** Preview

Jumanji

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 25 Nov 2020 11:01:41 +0000

An Adventure For Those Who Seek To Find A Way To Leave Their World Behind, and that sounds pretty good right about now. It’s **Jumanji**, and **This Film is Lit**. - Let Me Sum Up - Was That in the Book? - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Our next movie is **Little Women**

Prequel to Jumaji - Fried Green Tomatoes Reaction, Chris Van Allsburg, Jumanji Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 18 Nov 2020 11:01:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts - *Fried Green Tomatoes* Fan Polls - Learning with TFIL: **Chris Van Allsburg** - **Jumanji** Preview

Fried Green Tomatoes

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 11 Nov 2020 11:01:16 +0000

Just two gals being pals during the Great Depression. It’s **Fried Green Tomatoes**, and **This Film is Lit**. - Let Me Sum Up - Guess Who? - Was That in the Book? - Lost in Adaptation - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Our next movie is **Jumanji**

Prequel to Fried Green Tomatoes - The Shining Fan Reaction, Frame Stories, Fried Green Tomatoes Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 04 Nov 2020 11:01:15 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts - *The Shining* Fan Polls - Learning with TFIL: **Frame Stories** - **Fried Green Tomatoes** Preview

The Shining

Bryan and Katie — Sat, 31 Oct 2020 10:01:00 +0000

One of greatest horror films ever made, from one of the greatest horror authors of all time... It’s **The Shining**, and **This Film is Lit**. - Let Me Sum Up - Guess Who? - Was That in the Book? - Lost in Adaptation - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Our next movie is **Fried Green Tomatoes**

Prequel to The Shining - Learning about Stanley Kubrick

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 21 Oct 2020 10:01:40 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts - *The Clique* Fan Polls - Learning with TFIL: **Stanley Kubrick** - **The Shining** Preview

The Clique

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 14 Oct 2020 10:00:49 +0000

This episode is worth at least 20 gossip points. Unfortunately, we still don’t know what those are or what they’re for. It’s *The Clique*, and **This Film is Lit**. - Let Me Sum Up - Guess Who? - Was That in the Book? - Lost in Adaptation - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Our next movie is **The Shining**

Prequel to The Clique - Trope Time: Mean Girl Gangs

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 07 Oct 2020 10:01:52 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts - *Breaking Dawn - Part 2* Fan Polls - Learning with TFIL: **Trope Time: Mean Girl Gangs** - **The Clique** Preview

Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 2

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 30 Sep 2020 10:00:21 +0000

It’s the epic finale that will live forever — or at least as long as CG Renesmee haunts your nightmares. It’s *Breaking Dawn - Part 2*, and **This Film is Lit**. - Let Me Sum Up - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Bryan Predicts the Twilight Saga - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Our next movie is **The Clique**

Prequel to Breaking Dawn - Part 2

Bryan and Katie — Sat, 26 Sep 2020 10:43:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts - *Breaking Dawn: Part 1* Fan Polls - **Breaking Dawn - Part 2** Preview

Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 1

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 23 Sep 2020 10:00:00 +0000

Stephenie Meyer really went and capped off her wildly successful YA vampire love story by writing... this. Ok. It’s *Breaking Dawn - Part 1*, and **This Film is Lit**. - Let Me Sum Up - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Bryan Predicts the Twilight Saga - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Our next movie is **Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 2**

Prequel to Breaking Dawn: Part 1 - Stephenie Meyer is Problematic

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 16 Sep 2020 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts - *Dolan's Cadillac* Fan Polls - Learning with TFIL: **Your Fave is Problematic: Stephenie Meyer** - **Breaking Dawn - Part 1** Preview

Dolan's Cadillac

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 09 Sep 2020 10:00:00 +0000

Revenge is a dish best served at the bottom of a hole in the middle of a desert highway. It’s *Dolan's Cadillac*, and **This Film is Lit**. - Let Me Sum Up - Was That in the Book? - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Our next movie is **Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 1!**

Prequel to Dolan's Cadillac - Eclipse Fan Reaction, Stephen King, Dolan's Cadillac Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 02 Sep 2020 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts - *Twilight Saga: Eclipse* Fan Polls - Learning with TFIL: **Stephen King** - **Dolan's Cadillac** Preview

Twilight Saga: Eclipse

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 26 Aug 2020 10:00:00 +0000

Werewolves, vampires, and the human who can’t choose between them, oh my. It’s *Eclipse*, and **This Film is Lit**. - Let Me Sum Up - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Bryan Predicts the Twilight Saga - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Our next movie is **Dolan's Cadillac**

Prequel to Eclipse - Starship Troopers Fan Reaction, The "Twilight Effect" on Teen Media

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 19 Aug 2020 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts - *Starship Troopers* Fan Polls - Learning with TFIL: **The 'Twilight Effect' on Teen Media** - **Eclipse** Preview

Starship Troopers

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 12 Aug 2020 10:00:00 +0000

A movie that will help you figure out which of your friends are secretly facist. It’s *Starship Troopers*, and **This Film is Lit**. - Let Me Sum Up - Was That in the Book? - Lost in Adaptation - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Our next movie is **Twilight Saga: Eclipse!**

Prequel to Starship Troopers - New Moon Fan Follow-up, Robert A. Heinlein, Starship Troopers Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 05 Aug 2020 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts - *New Moon* Fan Polls - Learning with TFIL: **Robert A. Heinlein** - **Starship Troopers** Preview

Twilight Saga: New Moon

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 29 Jul 2020 10:01:00 +0000

And there, when the sky was darkest, was a glimmer of hope. Was it the moon? No, it was Michael Sheen. It’s *New Moon*, and **This Film is Lit**. - Let Me Sum Up - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Bryan Predicts the Twilight Saga - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Our next movie is **Starship Troopers**

Prequel to New Moon - If Beale Street Could Talk Fan Polls, You Sexy Beast Trope, New Moon Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 22 Jul 2020 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts - *If Beale Street Could Talk* Fan Polls - Learning with TFIL: **You Sexy Beast/Monster Boyfriend** - **New Moon** Preview

If Beale Street Could Talk

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 15 Jul 2020 10:02:00 +0000

Neither love nor terror makes one blind: indifference makes one blind. It’s *If Beale Street Could Talk*, and **This Film is Lit**. - Let Me Sum Up - Guess Who? - Was that in the Book? - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Our next movie is **Twilight Saga: New Moon**

Prequel to If Beale Street Could Talk - Twilight Fan Polls, James Baldwin, If Beale Street Could Talk Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 08 Jul 2020 10:19:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts - *Twilight* Fan Polls - Learning with TFIL: **James Baldwin** - **If Beale Street Could Talk** Preview

Twilight

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 01 Jul 2020 10:00:00 +0000

You better hold on tight spider monkey... It’s *Twilight*, and **This Film is Lit**. - Let Me Sum Up - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Bryan Predicts the Twilight Saga - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Our next movie is **If Beale Street Could Talk**

Prequel to Twilight - Why Does Everyone Hate Twilight?

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 24 Jun 2020 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts - *Blue is the Warmest Color* Fan Polls - Learning with TFIL: **Why Did Everyone HATE Twilight?** - **Twilight** Preview

Blue is the Warmest Color

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 17 Jun 2020 10:01:00 +0000

Exhibit A in the case that problematic art can still be incredibly well-crafted. It’s *Blue is the Warmest Color*, and **This Film is Lit**. - Let Me Sum Up - Was that in the Book? - Lost in Adaptation - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Our next movie is **Summer Series 2020!** Check our social media for the teaser!

A Scanner Darkly [Feat. Aaron Rabinowitz]

Bryan and Katie — Mon, 08 Jun 2020 10:00:00 +0000

What does a scanner see? he asked himself. I mean, really see? Into the head? Down into the heart? It’s *A Scanner Darkly*, and **This Film is Lit**. - Let Me Sum Up - Was that in the Book? - Lost in Adaptation - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Our next movie is **Blue is the Warmest Color**

Black Lives Matter

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 03 Jun 2020 10:00:00 +0000

https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/ We’ve chosen not to air our episode as scheduled this week. Here’s why. Black lives matter. We cannot fully understand anyone’s lived experience but our own—but we strongly believe that is no excuse for a lack of empathy. If you are able - please protest, march, signal-boost, donate or do whatever you can to help. We’ve included a link in the episode description to a great list of ways you can help right now. We urge you to do what you can, donate what you can, and give voice in whatever way you can. We plan to release our A Scanner Darkly episode on Monday. A Scanner Darkly is about many things, one of its messages is simple - the system is broken. But A Scanner Darkly posits that it is no accident the system is broken… It was designed to be broken... It was designed to not work. We think that’s a message worth hearing, but right now we hope you remember these names… These names and countless others... Names that a broken system wants you to forget. Breonna Taylor Ahmaud Arbery Tamir Rice Trayvon Martin Oscar Grant Eric Garner Philando Castille Sandra Bland Terrence Crutcher Samuel Dubose Walter Scott Freddie Gray George Floyd

Prequel to A Scanner Darkly - Tangled Fan Polls, Rotoscoping, A Scanner Darkly Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 27 May 2020 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts - *Tangled* Fan Polls - Learning with TFIL: **Rotoscoping** - **A Scanner Darkly** Preview

Tangled

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 20 May 2020 10:00:00 +0000

Rapunzel, Rapunzel let down your hair. It’s time to leave your tower, and have your pet lizard totally murder your abusive fake mother. It’s *Tangled*, and **This Film is Lit**. - Was that in the Book? - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Our next movie is **A Scanner Darkly with Aaron Rabinowitz from Philosophers in Space**

Prequel to Tangled - First Blood Fan Polls, Fairy Tales, Rapunzel/Tangled Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 13 May 2020 10:00:00 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts - *First Blood* Fan Polls - Learning with TFIL: **Fairy Tales** - **Rapunzel/Tangled** Preview

First Blood

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 06 May 2020 10:00:13 +0000

One man wages war against an entire town in an unflinching exploration of war, obedience, and trauma. It’s *First Blood*, and **This Film is Lit**. - Let Me Sum Up - Guess Who? - Was that in the Book? - Lost in Adaptation - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Our next movie is **A VIEWER'S CHOICE FAIRY TALE! Beauty and the Beast, Tangled, or Frozen**

Prequel to First Blood - Patron Shoutouts, Ramona and Beezus Fan Polls, First Blood Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 29 Apr 2020 10:00:17 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts - *Ramona and Beezus* Fan Polls - **First Blood** Preview

Ramona and Beezus

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 22 Apr 2020 10:00:50 +0000

A rambunctious young girl uses her imagination to escape a life that’s quickly spinning out of her control. Nothing timely about this one… It’s *Ramona and Beezus*, and **This Film is Lit**. - Was that in the Book? - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Our next movie is **First Blood**

Prequel to Ramona and Beezus - Whip It Fan Polls, Beverly Cleary, Ramona and Beezus Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 15 Apr 2020 10:00:06 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts - *Whip It* Fan Polls - Learning with TFIL: **Beverly Cleary** - **Ramona and Beezus** Preview

Tiger King Review (Patron Bonus Content Preview)

Bryan and Katie — Fri, 10 Apr 2020 10:00:48 +0000

It's the thing everyone is talking about, and so did we. We discussed Joe Exotic, Carol Baskins, misogyny, and responsible media consumption. This would normally be a Patron-only episode, but decided to put this one out for everyone.

Whip It

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 08 Apr 2020 10:00:42 +0000

A coming-of-age tale with tattoos, fishnets, and bruises. It’s *Whip It*, and **This Film is Lit**. - Let Me Sum Up - Guess Who? - Was that in the Book? - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Our next movie is **Ramona and Beezus**

Prequel to Whip It - Hidden Figures Fan Polls, Roller Derby, Whip It Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 01 Apr 2020 10:00:14 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts - *Hidden Figures* Fan Polls - Learning with TFIL: **Roller Derby** - **Whip It** Preview

Hidden Figures

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 25 Mar 2020 10:00:35 +0000

The untold true story of the black women who helped launch our nation into space. It’s *Hidden Figures*, and **This Film is Lit**. - Let Me Sum Up - Guess Who? - Was that in the Book? - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Our next movie is **Whip It**

Prequel to Hidden Figures - Legally Blonde Fan Polls, Katherine Johnson, Hidden Figures Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 18 Mar 2020 10:00:53 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts - *Legally Blonde* Fan Polls - Learning with TFIL: **Katherine Johnson** - **Hidden Figures** Preview

Legally Blonde

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 11 Mar 2020 10:00:07 +0000

Reese Witherspoon’s back must be killing her because she absolutely carried this movie. It’s *Legally Blonde*, and **This Film is Lit**. - Let Me Sum Up - Guess Who? - Was that in the Book? - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Our next movie is **Hidden Figures**

Prequel to Legally Blonde - Mortal Engines Fan Polls, Media Portrayal of the Legal System, Legally Blonde Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 04 Mar 2020 11:00:38 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts - *Mortal Engines* Fan Polls - Learning with TFIL: **Media Portrayal of the Legal System** - **Legally Blonde** Preview

Mortal Engines

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 26 Feb 2020 11:00:47 +0000

In a dystopian future London lumbers around the world devouring other civilizations… wait I thought this was a fantasy film? It’s *Mortal Engines*, and **This Film is Lit**. - Let Me Sum Up - Guess Who? - Was that in the Book? - Lost in Adaptation - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Our next movie is **Legally Blonde**

Prequel to Mortal Engines - Howl's Moving Castle Fan Polls, Steampunk, Mortal Engines Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 19 Feb 2020 11:00:36 +0000

- Patron Shoutouts - *Howl's Moving Castle* Fan Polls - Learning with TFIL: **Steampunk** - **Mortal Engines** Preview

Howl's Moving Castle

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 29 Jan 2020 11:00:52 +0000

Wizards, witches, and bouncing scarecrows … oh my. It’s *Howl's Moving Castle*, and **This Film is Lit**. - Let Me Sum Up - Guess Who? - Was that in the Book? - Lost in Adaptation - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict We're taking two weeks off while we move, but we'll be back with our next movie **An Academy Award Patron Choice!**

Prequel to Howl's Moving Castle - The Rescuers Fan Polls, Studio Ghibli, Howl's Moving Castle Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 22 Jan 2020 11:00:37 +0000

- *The Rescuers* Fan Polls - Learning with TFIL: **Studio Ghibli** - **Howl's Moving Castle** Preview

The Rescuers

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 15 Jan 2020 11:00:32 +0000

Two little heroes set out on the adventure... of a mice time. It’s *The Rescuers*, and **This Film is Lit**. - Let Me Sum Up - Was that in the Book? - Lost in Adaptation - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Next movie is **Howl's Moving Castle**

Prequel to The Rescuers - Christmas with the Kranks Fan Comments, The Rescuers Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 08 Jan 2020 11:00:32 +0000

- *Christmas with the Kranks* Fan Comments - ***The Rescuers*** Preview

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker - Review

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 01 Jan 2020 11:00:21 +0000

We talk about all the things we liked, didn't like, and downright hated...

Christmas with the Kranks

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 25 Dec 2019 11:00:12 +0000

With their daughter out of town the Kranks decide it’s finally time to skip Christmas. Much “comedy” ensues? It’s *Christmas with the Kranks*, and **This Film is Lit**. - Let Me Sum Up - Was that in the Book? - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Is Die Hard a Christmas movie? - Final Verdict We're taking next week off, but we will have a review of ***Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker*** Next movie is **A Viewer's Choice Disney Film**

Prequel to Christmas with the Kranks - Die Hard Fan Polls, Good vs. Bad Christmas Movies, Christmas with the Kranks Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 18 Dec 2019 11:00:19 +0000

- We have a **Patreon!** https://www.patreon.com/thisfilmislit - *Die Hard* Polls and Comments - Good vs. Bad Christmas Movies - ***Christmas with the Kranks*** Preview https://www.patreon.com/thisfilmislit

Die Hard

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 11 Dec 2019 11:00:19 +0000

Now I have a machine gun ho-ho-ho... It’s *Die Hard*, and **This Film is Lit**. - Let Me Sum Up - Guess Who? - Was that in the Book? - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Is Die Hard a Christmas movie? - Final Verdict Next movie is *Christmas with the Kranks*.

Knives Out Review - PATRON FEED SNEAK PEEK

Bryan and Katie — Sat, 07 Dec 2019 18:45:23 +0000

We're releasing our review of Knives Out as a holiday gift to everyone, and to give you a taste of what you'll get when you support us for just $5 a month over on Patreon. Patreon.com/thisfilmislit

Prequel to Die Hard - Is Die Hard a Christmas Movie? Patron Shout-out, Die Hard Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 04 Dec 2019 11:00:59 +0000

- *Patron Shout-Out* - Debating with TFIL: **Is Die Hard a Christmas Movie?** - **Die Hard** Preview

Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 27 Nov 2019 11:00:00 +0000

Have you ever thought what it might be like to be squashed flat by a pancake? It’s *Cloud with a Chance of Meatballs*, and **This Film is Lit**. - Let Me Sum Up - Was that in the Book? - Lost in Adaptation - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Next movie is *Die Hard*.

Prequel to Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs - Patreon Announcement, Prince Caspian Fan Polls, Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 20 Nov 2019 11:00:15 +0000

- We have a **Patreon!** https://www.patreon.com/thisfilmislit - *The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian* Polls and Comments - ***Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs*** Preview https://www.patreon.com/thisfilmislit

The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 13 Nov 2019 11:00:29 +0000

The kings and queens of old return to Narnia, and so do we... It’s *The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian*, and **This Film is Lit**. - Let Me Sum Up - Guess Who? - Was that in the Book? - Lost in Adaptation - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Next movie is *Cloudy with a Change of Meatballs*.

Prequel to The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian - Scary Stories Fan Polls, Prince Caspian Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 06 Nov 2019 11:00:02 +0000

- *Scary Stories to tell in the Dark* Polls and Comments - ***The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian*** Preview

Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 30 Oct 2019 10:00:00 +0000

You want to listen to this very special intro. It's *Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark*, and **This Film is Lit**. - Guess Who? - Was that in the Book? - Lost in Adaptation - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Next movie is **A SURPRISE!**

Prequel to a Spooky Mystery Episode - Interview with the Vampire Fan Polls, Spooky Book & Movie Recommendations

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 23 Oct 2019 10:00:06 +0000

- *Interview with the Vampire* Polls and Comments - Spooky Books and Movies We Recommend!

Interview with the Vampire

Bryan and Katie — Fri, 18 Oct 2019 10:00:05 +0000

I couldn't come up with an intro. My brain is toast. Just like most of the vampires by the end of this movie. It’s *Interview with the Vampire*, and **This Film is Lit**. - Let Me Sum Up - Guess Who? - Was that in the Book? - Lost in Adaptation - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Next movie is *Hopefully Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark*.

Prequel to Interview with the Vampire - Holes Fan Polls, Evolution of the Vampire, Interview with the Vampire Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 09 Oct 2019 10:00:32 +0000

- *Holes* Polls - Learning with TFIL: **Evolution of the Vampire** - **Interview with the Vampire** Preview

Holes

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 02 Oct 2019 10:00:57 +0000

Once upon a time there was a magical place where it never rained... And Shia Labeuof rapped the plot of a movie. It’s *Holes*, and **This Film is Lit**. Guest Host - April Etmanski (No Such Thing as a Bad Movie Podcast) - Guess Who? - Was that in the Book? - Lost in Adaptation - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Next movie is *Interview with the Vampire*.

Prequel to Holes - To All the Boys Fan Polls, Stories with Multiple Plotlines, Holes Preview

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 24 Sep 2019 14:36:57 +0000

- *Tp All the Boys I've Loved Before* Polls - Learning with TFIL: **Stories with Multiple Plotlines** - **Holes** Preview **UPDATED**

To All the Boys I've Loved Before

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 18 Sep 2019 10:00:24 +0000

What would you do if all of your crushes suddenly found out how you felt about them? It’s *To All the Boys I've Loved Before*, and **This Film is Lit**. - Let Me Sum Up - Guess Who? - Was that in the Book? - Lost in Adaptation - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Next movie is *Holes*.

Children of the Corn

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 03 Sep 2019 10:00:21 +0000

It's got corn. It's got children. This movie really lives up to its title. It’s *Children of the Corn*, and **This Film is Lit**. - Let Me Sum Up - Was that in the Book? - Lost in Adaptation - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Next movie is *To All the Boys I've Loved Before*.

Prequel to Children of the Corn - Fantastic Mr. Fox Followup Poll, Creepy Kids Trope, Children of the Corn Prequel

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 27 Aug 2019 10:00:03 +0000

- *Fantastic Mr. Fox* Polls - Learning with TFIL: **Scary Children Trope** - **Children of the Corn** Preview

Fantastic Mr. Fox

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 20 Aug 2019 10:00:51 +0000

Three nasty farmers, one clever fox, and lots of planimetric symmetrical shots. It’s *Fantastic Mr. Fox*, and **This Film is Lit**. - Let Me Sum Up - Was that in the Book? - Lost in Adaptation - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Next movie is *Children of the Corn*.

Prequel to Fantastic Mr. Fox - Return of the King Fan Polls, Stop Motion Animation, Fantastic Mr. Fox Preview

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 13 Aug 2019 15:40:23 +0000

- LotR: Return of the King Fan Polls - Learning with TFIL: **Stop Motion Animation** - **Fantastic Mr. Fox** Preview

The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 07 Aug 2019 15:17:11 +0000

We're glad to be with you... here at the end of all things. It's The *Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King*, and **This Film is Lit.** - Was that in the Book? - Lost in Adaptation - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Next movie is ***Fantastic Mr. Fox***

Prequel to LotR: The Return of the King - The Cat in the Hat Fan Poll, Race and Racism in Middle-earth, Return of the King Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 31 Jul 2019 13:15:48 +0000

- **The Cat in the Hat** Fan Poll - Learning with TFIL: **Your Fave is Problematic: Race and Racism in Middle-earth** - **The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King** Preview

The Cat in the Hat

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 23 Jul 2019 10:00:37 +0000

How much Mike Myers is too much Mike Myers? This much… Exactly this much Mike Myers… It’s *The Cat in the Hat*, and **This Film is Lit.** - Let Me Sum Up - Was that in the Book? - Lost in Adaptation - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Next movie is *The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King*.

Prequel to The Cat in the Hat - Dr. Seuss, The Cat in the Hat Preview

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 16 Jul 2019 10:00:53 +0000

- Learning with TFIL: **Dr. Seuss** - **The Cat in the Hat** Preview

The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 09 Jul 2019 14:32:23 +0000

The journey continues. The ring moves closer to Mordor, and the battle for Middle-earth begins… It’s *The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers*, and **This Film is Lit.** - Let Me Sum Up - Was that in the Book? - Lost in Adaptation - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Next movie is ***Listener Choice: Dr. Seuss***

Prequel to LotR: The Two Towers - Brokeback Mountain Fan Poll, Constructed Language, The Two Towers Preview

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 02 Jul 2019 10:00:53 +0000

- **Brokeback Mountain** Fan Poll - Learning with TFIL: **Constructed Language** - **The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers** Preview

Brokeback Mountain

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 25 Jun 2019 10:00:59 +0000

It’s “that gay cowboy movie” that’s arguably not about gay cowboys… It’s *Brokeback Mountain*, and **This Film is Lit**. - Let Me Sum Up - Guess Who? - Was that in the Book? - Lost in Adaptation - Better in the Book - The Movie Nailed It - Better in the Movie - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Next movie is *The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers*.

Prequel to Brokeback Mountain - Fellowship of the Ring Fan Poll, Pride Month, Brokeback Mountain Preview

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 18 Jun 2019 10:00:33 +0000

- **The Fellowship of the Ring** Fan Poll - **Pride Month** and why we're doing *Brokeback Mountain* - **Brokeback Mountain** Preview

The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 12 Jun 2019 10:00:52 +0000

One Ring to rule them all, One Ring to find them, One Ring to bring them all, and in the darkness bind them… It’s *The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring*, and **This Film is Lit.** - Let Me Sum Up - Guess Who? - Was that in the Book? - Lost in Adaptation - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Next movie is *Brokeback Mountain*.

Prequel to Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring - Rear Window Fan Poll, Fellowship of the Ring Preview

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 04 Jun 2019 10:00:03 +0000

- **Rear Window** Fan Poll - **Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring** Preview - Who almost played WHO?

Rear Window

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 28 May 2019 10:00:12 +0000

From the master of suspense comes a study on love, loneliness, and the voyeuristic nature of film itself. It’s *Rear Window*, and **This Film is Lit.** - Let Me Sum Up - Was that in the Book? - Lost in Adaptation - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Next movie is *Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring*.

Prequel to Rear Window - Crazy Rich Asians Fan Poll, Single Location Storytelling, Rear Window Preview

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 21 May 2019 13:57:04 +0000

- **Crazy Rich Asians** Fan Poll - Learning with TFIL: **Single Location Storytelling** - **Rear Window** Preview

Crazy Rich Asians

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 21 May 2019 10:00:30 +0000

Sometimes love is blind, and sometimes it’s a crazy mega-billionaire with an uber-controlling mom. It’s *Crazy Rich Asians*, and **This Film is Lit.** - Let Me Sum Up - Was that in the Book? - Lost in Adaptation - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Next movie is *Rear Window*.

Prequel to Crazy Rich Asians - Hitchiker's Guide Fan Poll, Party Lit, Crazy Rich Asians Preview

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 07 May 2019 10:00:23 +0000

- **Hitchhiker's Guide** Fan Poll - Learning with TFIL: **Party Lit** - **Crazy Rich Asians** Preview

Avengers: Endgame Review

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 01 May 2019 14:12:27 +0000

Let's talk about Avengers: Endgame for 40 minutes. **Spoilers start at 8:20.**

The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 30 Apr 2019 10:00:29 +0000

In the beginning the Universe was created. This has made a lot of people very angry and been widely regarded as a bad move. It’s *The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy*, and **This Film is Lit**. - Let Me Sum Up - Guess Who? - Was that in the Book? - Lost in Adaptation - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Next movie is *Crazy Rich Asians*.

Prequel to Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy - The Absurd, Hitchhiker's Guide Preview

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 23 Apr 2019 13:28:00 +0000

- Learning with TFIL: **The Absurd** - **Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy** Preview

Pet Sematary

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 16 Apr 2019 10:00:09 +0000

Sometimes dead is better... pretty sure he was talking about this movie. It's *Pet Sematary*, and **This Film is Lit.** - Let Me Sum Up - Was that in the Book? - Lost in Adaptation - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Next movie is *Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy*.

Prequel to Pet Sematary - Came Back Wrong, Pet Semetary Preview

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 09 Apr 2019 10:00:48 +0000

- Learning with TFIL: **Came Back Wrong** - **Pet Sematary** Preview

Stardust

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 02 Apr 2019 10:00:27 +0000

A bit of a special intro this week. - Let Me Sum Up - Guess Who? - Was that in the Book? - Lost in Adaptation - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Next movie is *Pet Semetary*.

Prequel to Stardust - Fantasy vs. Fairy Tale, Stardust Preview

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 26 Mar 2019 10:00:47 +0000

- Learning with TFIL: **Fantasy vs. Fairy Tale** - **Stardust** Preview

Ella Enchanted

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 19 Mar 2019 10:00:12 +0000

No film has ever been more ruined by the mere existence of another movie than this one was by the existence of Shrek. It’s Ella Enchanted, and This Film is Lit. - Let Me Sum Up - Guess Who? - Was that in the Book? - Lost in Adaptation - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Next movie is *Stardust*.

Prequel to Ella Enchanted - Female Representation, Ella Enchanted Preview

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 12 Mar 2019 10:00:27 +0000

- Chatting about Female Representation - **Ella Enchanted** Preview

Mrs. Doubtfire

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 05 Mar 2019 11:00:56 +0000

It’s a 90’s movie about Robin Williams dressing up as a woman to spend time with his kids, and it has aged about as well as you think. It’s *Mrs. Doubtfire*, and **This Film is Lit**. - Let Me Sum Up - Guess Who? - Was that in the Book? - Lost in Adaptation - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Next movie is *Nancy Drew* or *Ella Enchanted*.

Prequel to #43 - The Oscars, Mrs. Doubtfire Preview

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 26 Feb 2019 11:00:35 +0000

- Chatting about the Oscars - **Mrs. Doubtfire** Preview

#42 BlacKkKlansman

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 19 Feb 2019 11:00:52 +0000

A true story about an undercover cop that infiltrates the KKK. The hook? He’s black. It’s *BlacKkKlansman*, and **This Film is Lit.** - Let Me Sum Up - Guess Who? - Was that in the Book? - Lost in Adaptation - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Next movie is *Mrs. Doubtfire*

Prequel to #42 - Adapting Real Life, BlacKKKlansman Preview

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 12 Feb 2019 11:00:47 +0000

- Learning Things with TFIL: **Adapting Real Life** - **BlacKKKlansman** Preview

#41 Minority Report (Feat. Aaron Rabi)

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 05 Feb 2019 11:00:42 +0000

It's the year 2054 and murder is a thing of the past, but at what cost? It's *Minority Report*, and **This Film is Lit.** - Guest Host: Aaron Rabi from **Philosophers in Space** and **Embrace the Void** - Let Me Sum Up (Brief summary of short story and film) - Guess Who? (Game show segment where Bryan guesses characters from the film based on book descriptions) - Was that in the Book? (Exactly what the segment says. Bryan asks if certain elements from the movie are in the book) - Lost in Adaptation/Philosophy (We dig deeper into the text, film, and philosophy) - Better in the Book (Things Katie and Aaron preferred from the book) - Better in the Movie (Things Katie and Aaron preferred from the movie) - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict (Katie and Aaron choose their favorite. Movie or book?)

Prequel to #41 - Guest host?, Tech Noir, Minority Report Preview

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 29 Jan 2019 11:00:31 +0000

- Guess host for Minority Report episode: **Aaron Rabi** (Philosophers in Space, Embrace the Void) - Learning Things with TFIL: **Tech Noir** - **Minority Report** Preview

#40 Bird Box

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 22 Jan 2019 11:00:27 +0000

It's the Netflix sensation that's sweeping the nation, and we're doing this whole episode blindfolded. It’s *Bird Box*, and **This Film is Lit.** - Let Me Sum Up - Guess Who? - Was that in the Book? - Lost in Adaptation - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Next movie is *Minority Report* featuring Aaron Rabi from **Philosophers in Space** and **Embrace the Void**!

Prequel to #40 - Netflix Original?, Bird Box Preview

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 15 Jan 2019 11:00:18 +0000

- Learning Things with TFIL: **Netflix Original?** - **Bird Box** Preview

#39 Mary Poppins

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 08 Jan 2019 11:00:44 +0000

In turn of the century London, a magical nanny employs music and adventure to help mend the bonds between 2 children and their father. It’s *Mary Poppins*, and **This Film is Lit.** - Let Me Sum Up - Guess Who? - Was that in the Book? - Lost in Adaptation - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Next movie is *Bird Box*!

Prequel to #39 - Q&A, Mary Poppins Preview

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 01 Jan 2019 11:00:29 +0000

- **We answer all of your questions!** - ***Mary Poppins*** Preview

#38 A Christmas Story

Bryan and Katie — Sun, 23 Dec 2018 23:15:19 +0000

One of the most iconic Christmas movies of all time, based on a series of short stories for Playboy magazine. It’s *A Christmas Story*, and **This Film is Lit.** - Let Me Sum Up - Was that in the Book? - Lost in Adaptation - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict Next movie is *Mary Poppins*!

Prequel to #38 - Voice-over in Film, A Christmas Story Preview

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 18 Dec 2018 11:00:25 +0000

- Learning Things with TFIL: **Voice-over in Film** - **A Christmas Story** Preview

#37 Night at the Museum

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 11 Dec 2018 11:00:20 +0000

A thrilling family romp with dinosaurs, ancient civilizations, and problematic love stories. It’s *Night at the Museum*, and **This Film is Lit.** - Let Me Sum Up - Was that in the Book? - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict

Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald - Review Special

Bryan and Katie — Fri, 07 Dec 2018 11:00:09 +0000

Let's talk about the crimes of *The Crimes of Grindelwald*. **Good stuff** at the beginning. **Bad stuff** starts around the 29:00 minute mark.

Prequel to #37 - Fictionalizing Historical Figures, Night at the Museum Preview

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 04 Dec 2018 11:00:35 +0000

- Learning Things with TFIL: **Fictionalizing Historical Figures** - **Night at the Museum** Preview

#36 Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 27 Nov 2018 11:00:50 +0000

Horcruxes, Hallows, hatred, and hope... It’s *Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2*, and **This Film is Lit**. - Muggle Questions with Trevor - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - General Discussion - Final Verdict

#35 Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 20 Nov 2018 11:00:00 +0000

It's the beginning of the end. It’s *Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1*, and **This Film is Lit**. - Muggle Questions with Trevor - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - General Discussion

Prequel to #35 - Satisfying Endings, Cluster Headaches, Deathly Hallows Preview

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 13 Nov 2018 11:00:12 +0000

- Learning Things with TFIL: **Satisfying Endings** - Little Learning Things: **Cluster Headaches** - **Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows** Preview

#34 Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 06 Nov 2018 11:00:20 +0000

Harry delves into the past of the world's darkest wizard, and navigates the complexities of teenage romance. It’s *Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince*, and **This Film is Lit**. - Muggle Questions with Trevor - Better in the Book (5:33) - Better in the Movie (1:50:24) - The Movie Nailed It (2:07:42) - General Discussion (2:19:19) - Final Verdict (2:28:55)

Prequel to #34 - Revisiting Third Person Limited, Half-Blood Prince Preview, Pottermore Wand Quiz

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 30 Oct 2018 10:00:37 +0000

- Learning Things with TFIL: **Revisiting Third Person Limited Perspective** - **Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince** Preview - We discover our wands with the **Pottermore Wand Quiz**

#33 Sleepy Hollow

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 23 Oct 2018 10:00:15 +0000

Tim Burton adapts one of America’s most treasured scary stories. It turns out pretty much exactly how you’d imagine. It’s *Sleepy Hollow*, and **This Film is Lit**. - Let Me Sum Up - Guess Who? - Was that in the Book? - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - Odds and Ends - Final Verdict

Prequel to #33 - Headless Horseman Folklore, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow Preview

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 16 Oct 2018 10:00:23 +0000

- Learning Things with TFIL: **Headless Horseman Folklore** - **The Legend of Sleepy Hollow** Preview

#32 Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 09 Oct 2018 10:00:59 +0000

At the beginning of the film Tonks tells Harry, "We'll explain everything later." Surely they must not have meant in this movie. It’s *Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix*, and **This Film is Lit**. - Muggle Questions with Trevor - Better in the Book (11:44) - Better in the Movie (2:20:53) - The Movie Nailed It (2:45:36) - General Discussion (3:06:15) - Final Verdict (3:25:01)

Prequel to #32 - Evil vs EVIL in HP, Order of the Phoenix Preview

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 02 Oct 2018 10:00:06 +0000

- Learning Things with TFIL: **Evil vs EVIL in HP** - **Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix** Preview

#31 Where the Wild Things Are

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 25 Sep 2018 10:00:35 +0000

A mischeivious child, a fantastical island, and a wild rumpus. It's one of the most beloved children's books of all time. It's *Where the Wild Things Are*, and **This Film is Lit**. - Let Me Sum Up - Was that in the Book? - Lost in Adaptation - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - Final Verdict

Prequel to #31 - Banned Books Week, Where the Wild Things Are Preview

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 18 Sep 2018 10:00:06 +0000

- Learning Things with TFIL: **Banned Books Week** - **Where the Wild Things Are** Preview

#30 Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 11 Sep 2018 10:00:54 +0000

Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, or as Katie likes to call it, Harry Potter and the Year No One Got a Back-to-School Haircut. It’s *Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire*, and **This Film is Lit**. - Muggle Questions with Trevor - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Final Verdict

Prequel to #30 - Still Growing Up with HP, Goblet of Fire Preview

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 04 Sep 2018 10:00:32 +0000

- Learning Things with TFIL: **Still Growing Up** - **Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire** Preview

#29 Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 28 Aug 2018 10:00:44 +0000

It’s Harry’s third year. He’s taking electives, playing quidditch and learning about his convicted murderer of a god father. It’s *Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban*, and **This Film is Lit**. - Muggle Questions with Trevor - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Final Verdict

Prequel to #29 - Growing Up, Prisoner of Azkaban Preview, Patronus Quiz

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 21 Aug 2018 10:00:31 +0000

- Learning Things with TFIL: **Growing Up** - **Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban** Preview - Pottermore Patronus Quiz

#28 Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 14 Aug 2018 10:00:56 +0000

Harry Potter returns to Hogwarts for his second year, and danger follows him. It’s *Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets*, and **This Film is Lit**. - Muggle Questions with Trevor - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Final Verdict

Prequel to #28 - Laying Thematic Groundwork, HP and the Chamber of Secrets Preview

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 07 Aug 2018 10:00:43 +0000

- Learning Things with TFIL: **Laying Thematic Groundwork** - **Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets** Preview

#27 Harry Potter and The Sorcerer's Stone

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 31 Jul 2018 10:05:23 +0000

On his 11th birthday a young orphan discovers he’s a wizard and begins a magical journey to fulfill his destiny. It’s *Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone*, and **This Film is Lit**. - Muggle Questions with Trevor - Better in the Book - Better in the Movie - The Movie Nailed It - Final Verdict

Prequel to #27 - Third Person Limited Perspective, HP and the Sorcerer's Stone Preview, Sorted by Buzzfeed

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 24 Jul 2018 10:00:27 +0000

- Mini Learning Things with TFIL: **Third Person Limited** - **Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone** Preview - We get sorted into our Hogwarts houses by a very suspect Buzzfeed quiz

#26 The Perks of Being a Wallflower

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 17 Jul 2018 10:20:42 +0000

Making friends, finding love, healing wounds, and a tunnel song. It’s *The Perks of Being a Wallflower*, and **This Film is Lit**.

Prequel to #26 - Young Adult Novels, The Perks of Being a Wallflower Preview, PSA: Don't Steal Joy

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 10 Jul 2018 10:20:20 +0000

- Learning Things with TFIL: **Young Adult Novels** - **The Perks of Being a Wallflower** Preview - PSA: Don't Steal Joy

#25 Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 03 Jul 2018 10:20:56 +0000

It's probably made more people cry than any other talking animal movie. It's *Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey*, and **This Film is Lit.**

Prequel to #25 - Black Sails, Animal Stories, Homeward Bound: The Incedible Journey Preview

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 26 Jun 2018 10:20:06 +0000

- **Black Sails** "Review" - Learning Things with TFIL: **Animal Stories** - **Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey** Preview

#24 Jurassic Park

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 19 Jun 2018 10:25:54 +0000

A cautionary tale of dinosaurs, greed, and the sexiest PHD since Indiana Jones. It’s *Jurassic Park* and **This Film is Lit**.

Prequel to #24 - Cautionary Tales, Jurassic Park Preview

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 12 Jun 2018 10:20:34 +0000

- Learning Things with TFIL: **Cautionary Tales** - **Jurassic Park** Preview

#23 The Martian

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 05 Jun 2018 10:25:30 +0000

A celebration of exploration, science, the resiliency of the human spirit, and potatoes. It’s *The Martian*, and **This Film is Lit**.

Prequel to #23 - Solo Review, Epistolary Novels, The Martian Preview

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 29 May 2018 10:20:14 +0000

- **Solo** Review - Learning Things with TFIL: **Epistolary Novels** - **The Martian** Preview

#22 The Stepford Wives

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 22 May 2018 10:30:46 +0000

Outdated institutions, robotic replacements, and a neighborhood where everything seems just a little bit off. It’s *The Stepford Wives*, and **This Film is Lit.**

Prequel to #22 - Gender Roles, The Stepford Wives Preview

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 15 May 2018 10:30:59 +0000

- Defining our terms: **Gender Roles** - **The Stepford Wives** Preview

#21 Matilda

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 08 May 2018 10:30:57 +0000

A sci-fi classic that has absolutely no time for fascists. It’s *Matilda*, and **This Film is Lit**.

Prequel to #21 - Avengers: Infinity War Review, Scifi vs. Fantasy, Matilda Preview

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 01 May 2018 10:30:25 +0000

- **Avengers: Infinity War** Review (Spoiler-Free) - Learning Things with TFIL: **The Difference between Scifi and Fantasy** - **Matilda** Preview

#20 Stand by Me

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 24 Apr 2018 10:30:02 +0000

A coming-of-age tale about friendship, death, and the importance of knowing train schedules. It’s *Stand by Me*, and **This Film is Lit**.

Prequel to #20 - Coming-of-Age Stories, Stand by Me/The Body Preview

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 17 Apr 2018 11:00:34 +0000

We have a new prequel segment! - **Learning Things with TFIL**: *Coming-of-Age Story* - *Stand by Me/The Body* Preview

#19 Love, Simon

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 10 Apr 2018 11:00:07 +0000

A coming of age tale about a boy with a secret. It’s *Love, Simon* and **This Film is Lit**.

#18 Ready Player One

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 03 Apr 2018 11:00:40 +0000

We break down Steven Spielberg's latest blockbuster. Based on the best-selling novel by Ernest Cline, it's *Ready Player One*, and **This Film is Lit.**

#17 The Princess Diaries

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 27 Mar 2018 12:00:06 +0000

An ordinary teenage girl discovers that she’s the heir to the throne of a small European country. It’s *The Princess Diarie*s, and **This Film is Lit**.

Prequel to #17 - The Princess Diaries and Ready Player One Previews

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 20 Mar 2018 12:41:50 +0000

- *The Princess Diaries* Preview - *Ready Player One* Preview

#16 A Wrinkle in Time

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 13 Mar 2018 10:00:50 +0000

We break down the 2018 adaptation of *A Wrinkle in Time*! **Spoilers!!!**

Prequel to #16 - Everything Sucks! Review, A Wrinkle in Time Preview

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 06 Mar 2018 14:27:12 +0000

- ***Everything Sucks!*** Review - ***A Wrinkle in Time*** Preview

#15 The Curious Case of Benjamin Button

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 27 Feb 2018 14:11:22 +0000

Whoever wrote *Forrest Gump* should probably sue the screenwriter of this film. Oh wait... it's the same person? That makes sense. It's *The Curious Case of Benjamin Button* and **This Film is Lit**.

Prequel to #15 - Black Panther Review, Benjamin Button Preview

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 20 Feb 2018 14:14:12 +0000

- *Black Panther* Review - *The Curious Case of Benjamin Button* Preview

#14 Gone Girl

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 13 Feb 2018 14:03:13 +0000

Happy Valentine's Day! It's *Gone Girl* and **This Film is Lit**.

Prequel to #14 - Gone Girl Preview

Bryan and Katie — Wed, 07 Feb 2018 14:34:20 +0000

- *Gone Girl* Preview

#13 Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 30 Jan 2018 14:16:38 +0000

A school full of misfits with special abilities run by a stern but loving care-taker. It's *Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children*, and **This Film is Lit**.

The Shape of Water Review

Bryan and Katie — Thu, 25 Jan 2018 17:07:30 +0000

We finally saw **The Shape of Water** and felt compelled to talk about it. Spoiler-free until the 12 minute mark.

Prequel to #13 - The End of the F***ing World Review, Miss Peregrine's Preview

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 23 Jan 2018 15:34:55 +0000

- **The End of the F###ing World** Review - New movie quote bumper announcement! - *****Miss Peregrine's***** Preview

#12 Fight Club

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 16 Jan 2018 14:22:30 +0000

The first rule of fight club is-- The first rule of fight club is to stop making jokes about the first rule of fight club. It’s not 1999 anymore. It’s ***Fight Club***, and **This Film is Lit**.

Prequel to #12 - Top 5 Books/Movies of 2017, Fight Club Preview

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 09 Jan 2018 13:00:51 +0000

- Our top 5 Movies and Books of 2017 - *Fight Club* Preview

#11 Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 02 Jan 2018 15:19:55 +0000

Come with me, and you'll be in a world of pure imagination. It's *Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory* and **This Film is Lit.**

#10 The Muppet Christmas Carol

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 19 Dec 2017 15:19:54 +0000

It’s a story that’s become synonymous with Christmas. It’s been told and retold, adapted and re-adapted, and of course, Muppet-ized. It’s _A Christmas Carol_ , and **This Film is Lit.**

Star Wars: The Last Jedi Review Special

Bryan and Katie — Mon, 18 Dec 2017 13:00:09 +0000

We're joined by our good friend Sam to talk about Star Wars: The Last Jedi. Spoilers start at 8:30.

Prequel to #10 - Coco Review, A Christmas Carol Preview

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 12 Dec 2017 15:10:12 +0000

\- **_Coco _**Review/Discussion ** __** - ** _A Christmas Carol/The Muppet Christmas Carol _**Preview

#9 The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 05 Dec 2017 15:29:42 +0000

Magical creatures, treacherous monarchs, Father Christmas, and a talking lion Jesus…. All beyond the door of a dusty armoire. It’s _The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe_ , and **This Film is Lit**.

Prequel to #9 - Justice League Review, Chronicles of Narnia Preview

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 28 Nov 2017 17:11:48 +0000

\- **_Justice League _**Review/Discussion ** __** - ** _The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe_** Preview

#8 Shrek

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 21 Nov 2017 15:04:37 +0000

Somebody once told me the world is gonna roll me. I ain't the sharpest tool in the shed. It's _Shrek_ , and **This Film is Lit.**

Prequel to #8 - Stranger Things 2, Thor: Ragnarok, Shrek Preview

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 14 Nov 2017 15:12:51 +0000

\- **_Stranger Things_** ** _2_** Review/Discussion \- **_Thor: Ragnarok_** Review/Discussion ** __** - ** _Shrek_** Preview

#7 The Birds

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 07 Nov 2017 15:17:18 +0000

A handsome leading man, and his beautiful blonde companion do battle with dinosaurs. It’s _The Birds_ , and **This Film is Lit**.

Prequel to #7

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 31 Oct 2017 14:26:25 +0000

\- **_Blade Runner 2049_** Review/Discussion \- Preview of _The Birds ****_

#6 Coraline

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 24 Oct 2017 13:55:16 +0000

A brave little girl, a sarcastic cat, and a fantasy-world that isn’t quite what is seems. It’s Katie’s favorite book, it’s **_Coraline_** , and **This Film is Lit**. We're planning to move to a weekly format starting next week (10/31). We'll be talking about **_Blade Runner 2049_**. We'll also preview our second Halloween episode (11/7) which will be a main episode on ** _The Birds_**.

#5 Blade Runner/Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 10 Oct 2017 14:07:56 +0000

It's one of the most influential sci-fi films ever made... starring one of the biggest Hollywood actors of all-time... and it's about to get a sequel 35 years later. It's _**Blade Runner,**_ and **This Film is Lit**.

#4 The Wizard of Oz

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 26 Sep 2017 14:04:47 +0000

A film adaptation so ubiquitous, so timeless, everyone has seen it... at least once, and even if you haven't—you recognize all the references anyway. It's _The Wizard of Oz_ , and **This Film is Lit.**

#3 Arrival/Story of Your Life

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 12 Sep 2017 14:43:37 +0000

You know what’s crazy? 7-legged aliens that experience time non-linearly. You know what’s even crazier? Amy Adams wasn’t even nominated for an Oscar for this. It’s **Arrival** , and **_This Film is Lit_**.

#2 Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 29 Aug 2017 11:00:15 +0000

The back of the DVD case calls it "A bolt of family fun". Katie calls it "easily one of the worst film adaptations I've ever seen". It's _Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief,_ and _****_**This Film is Lit** __. [](https://www.hypable.com/rick-riordan-open-letter-percy-jackson-movies/) [Rick Riordan writes open letter to teachers showing ‘Percy Jackson’ movies in the classroom](https://www.hypable.com/rick-riordan-open-letter-percy-jackson-movies/)

#1 The Princess Bride

Bryan and Katie — Tue, 15 Aug 2017 15:51:48 +0000

A story of love. revenge, friendship. adventure, miracles, and justice. It’s the best fantasy action-adventure ever filmed. It’s The Princess Bride, and This Film is Lit.