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2 Movie Jews

64 episodes - English - Latest episode: 18 days ago - ★★★★★ - 33 ratings

For Jodi Berman and Yechiel Hoffman loving movies is their Jewish birthright. In an age with too many movies to watch them all, Yechiel and Jodi come to the rescue to share their passion, reviews and analysis for the movies you love and the movies you have yet to see.Follow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJewsHosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi BermanTechnical Advisor: Vlad Kustanovich Logo Design: Daria Lesnik Hoffman Graphic DesignMusical Theme: Noel Berman

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Episodes

Time Machine: 80s Comedies

April 01, 2024 17:00 - 41 minutes - 28.9 MB

Jodi and Yechiel hop into the movie time machine to revisit the glorious comedies of their 80s past. Movies mentioned in this episode (and where to stream them): Big | Disney+ Stripes | AMC+ History of the World Part 1 | Amazon The Blues Brothers | Netflix The Toy | Amazon 48 Hours | Paramount+ Mr. Mom | MGM+ Fletch | Netflix Beetlejuice | Amazon Ferris Bueller's Day Off | Paramount+ Spaceballs | Max Major League | Max Trading Places | Prime Ghostbusters | hulu Raising Arizona | Showtime Pe...

Bonus Episode: 2024 Oscar Recap

March 14, 2024 17:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MB

Jodi and Yechiel dish it out on the 2024 Oscars. They share their suprises, favorite speeches, least favorite moments and tips for the Academy for next year. Check out Jodi's Oscar Blog for a full rundown on EVERY movie nominated for a 2024 Academy Award and her latest blog entry about the Oscar telecast and winners. Movies discussed where to watch them: Oppenheimer | Peacock American Fiction | MGM+ Poor Things | Amazon The Zone of Interest | Amazon Anatomy of a Fall | Amazon Killers of th...

Best Movies of 2023

March 10, 2024 18:00 - 1 hour - 44.8 MB

Jodi and Yechiel highlight their top 10 films (and some honorable mentions) of 2023. Check out Jodi's Oscar Blog for a full rundown on EVERY movie nominated for a 2024 Academy Award. Jodi and Yechiel top 2023 Films and where to watch them: Jodi's Picks: American Fiction | MGM+ Origin | Hulu Poor Things | Amazon The Zone of Interest | Amazon Nyad | Netflix Robot Dreams | Apple+ The Color Purple | Max Io Capitano | In Theatres Golda | Paramount+ 20 Days in Mariupol | Amazon Jodi's Honorar...

Altnernative Love Stories

January 29, 2024 18:00 - 53 minutes - 36.8 MB

Inspired by Past Lives, Jodi and Yechiel explore films that offer a response, reaction to and alternative to the classic Hollywood love story. *Plus initial reactions to the 2024 Oscar Nominations Movies Discussed on this Episode: Etnernal Sunshine and the Spotless Mind | Amazon Harold and Maude | Amazon Brokeback Mountain | Amazon Leaving Las Vegas | Amazon Her | Amazon Fight Club | Amazon In the Mood for Love | Max Past Lives | Paramount+ with Showtime (Feb 2nd) Sliding Doors | Peacock La...

Pre-Oscar 2024 Nomination Recs

January 15, 2024 18:00 - 1 hour - 49.3 MB

Jodi and Yechiel get you ready for the upcoming announcement of 2024 Oscar Nomination by offering their picks for best actress, actor, supporting actor and support actress, as well as Best director and best Picture. This is not the who will be nominated episode, or even who should win, but what films are on the cusp of nominations that you should be sure to check out before or just after nominations are announced. Movies discussed in this episode: Poor Things | In Theatres Rustin | Netflix ...

Movies about Video Gaming

December 25, 2023 18:00 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MB

Jodi and Yechiel take a deep dive into movies that explore the world of video gaming. No this is not the episode about video game adaptations like Sonic or Super Mario Bros, but an exploration about how cinema depicts the experience of playing video games and how it affects our sense of reality and imagination. Movies Discussed in this Episode and Where to Find Them: The Last Starfighter | Amazon Ready Player One | Amazon Tetris | Apple+ Free Guy | Disney+ Wreck It Ralph | Disney+ The Wizar...

Love Virtually

December 11, 2023 18:00 - 45 minutes - 31.4 MB

Jodi and Yechiel welcome Cheston Mizel (Co-Writer/Executive Producer) and Eli Staiman (Director, Co-Writer, Producer and Actor) to talk about their new independent film "Love Virtually". This comedic romp, conceived and created in both in person and in virtual worlds that explores love in both those worlds in this romantic ensemble romp. Love Virtually is available to rent and buy on demand on all major platforms. Jews on Film can be found on Apple Podcasts and Spotify Follow us on Instag...

Girls Coming of Age Movies with Alison Peck

November 27, 2023 18:00 - 55 minutes - 38.4 MB

Jodi and Yechiel welcome screenwriter, Alison Peck (Ugly Dolls, Work It) as the 3rd Movie Jew for this episode. Together they discuss her new film, "You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah," its portrayal of Jewish themes,  and its place in great tradition of coming of age films, and the rarity of Bat Mitzvah stories in Movies. In 2 Move Jews Tradition, they share their favorite coming of age films. Movies Discussed This Episode: You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah| Netflix Are You th...

Nov 2024 Movie Preview

November 13, 2023 08:00 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MB

Jodi and Yechiel take a break from the news to preview some of the films that most excite them that are being released in November(ish) 2023. Movies (with Trailers Linked) / Release Date The Holdovers | 11/10/23 | Saltburn | 11/17/23 | The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes | 11/17/23 | Next Goal Wins | 11/17/23 | Maestro | 11/21/23 | May-December | 12/1/23 on Netflix Jews on Film can be found on Apple Podcasts and Spotify Follow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJews Kee...

Movies to Brighten Dark Times

October 30, 2023 17:00 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MB

In light of global and personal times of darkness, Jodi and Yechiel have always found solace in movie that bring lightness and joy to brighten their lives. This week's episode is dedicated to all those who seek peace and light. Movies Discussed in this week's episode (and where to find them): Marcel the Shell | Showtime School of Rock | Paramount+ Blues Brothers | Amazon The Princess Bride | Disney+ Singing in the Rain | Max Bring It On | Amazon Any Harrry Potter Movie| Max Luca | Disney+ G...

Movies Our Parents Made Us Watch

August 15, 2023 17:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MB

Jodi and Yechiel go nostalgia diving into the memory bank to recollect and recall the movies their parents watched with them to pass down their passion of movies. Movies we discussed this episode (and where to stream them): Star Wars Trilogy | Disney+ History of the World Part 1 | Amazon Stripes | Amazon 42nd Street | Amazon On the Town | Prime Norma Rae | Max Marx Bros Movies | Amazon The Frisco Kid | Amazon Star Trek: Wrath of Khan | Paramount+ Star Trek: Voyage Home | Paramount+ Last Sta...

Barbenheimer

August 07, 2023 17:00 - 53 minutes - 37 MB

Jodi and Yechiel embrace the movie meme and share their reviews of 2023 summer blockbuster Barbie and Oppenheimer, as well their connections, diversions and outstanding questions. Movies discussed in this episode: Barbie | In Theaters Oppenheimer | In Theaters Theater Camp | In Theaters Asteroid City | In Theaters Spiderman: Across the Spiderverse | In Theaters Past Lives | In Theaters Jews on Film can be found on Apple Podcasts and Spotify Follow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJews K...

Reissue: Movies that Heal Our Grief

July 31, 2023 17:00 - 57 minutes - 39.7 MB

This month, Yechiel and his family said goodbye to his father, Rabbi Benyomin Hoffman, a lover of movies, an avid 2 Movie Jews listener, and the person who taught Yechiel how to make meaning out of everything, including movies. As Yechiel grieves for his father, we revisit an early 2 Movie Jews' episode from 2021  in which Yechiel and Jodi celebrate the lives of Yechiel's Grandfather, Harold, and Jodi's dear friend, Michael, and commemorate their passing by sharing about movies that heal our...

Revisiting: Movies that Heal Our Grief

July 31, 2023 17:00 - 57 minutes - 39.7 MB

This month, Yechiel and his family said goodbye to his father, Rabbi Benyomin Hoffman, a lover of movies, an avid 2 Movie Jews listener, and the person who taught Yechiel how to make meaning out of everything, including movies. As Yechiel grieves for his father, we revisit an early 2 Movie Jews' episode from 2021  in which Yechiel and Jodi celebrate the lives of Yechiel's Grandfather, Harold, and Jodi's dear friend, Michael, and commemorate their passing by sharing about movies that heal our...

Reissue: Tis the Season for Summer Movies

July 10, 2023 15:00 - 57 minutes - 39.7 MB

While Jodi and Yechiel are on a summer hiatus for travel and family time (and of course watching movies), they wanted to share one of their favorite episodes all about the summer movies they love. Jews on Film can be found on Apple Podcasts and Spotify Follow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJews Keep Track of Jodie and Yechiel's movie watching and lists by following Jodi's Letterboxd Yechiel's Letterboxd Hosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi Berman Technical Advisor: Vlad Ku...

Reissue: The Pixar Episode

June 26, 2023 17:00 - 47 minutes - 32.3 MB

With the recent release of the latest Pixar film, Elemental, we share this  reissue of the legendary Pixar episode with guest Mina Hoffman. Jews on Film can be found on Apple Podcasts and Spotify Follow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJews Keep Track of Jodie and Yechiel's movie watching and lists by following Jodi's Letterboxd Yechiel's Letterboxd Hosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi Berman Technical Advisor: Vlad Kustanovich Logo Design: Daria Lesnik Hoffman Musical Theme...

Movie Dads

June 12, 2023 17:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MB

In celebration of Fathers Day, and honor of their dads, Jodi and Yechiel explore the cinematic fathers that influenced them. Movies discussed in this episode and where to find them: Parenthood | Amazon Boyhood | Tubi Return of the jedi | Disney+ Life is Beautiful | Amazon Juno | Max Mitchell vs the Machines | Netflix The Addams Family  | Paramount+ Boyz in the Hood | Starz Moonlight  | Max Parasite | Max Dick Johnson is Dead | Netflix To Kill a Mockingbird | Hulu Back to the Future | Prime ...

Summer 2023 Movie Preview

May 29, 2023 17:00 - 1 hour - 45.7 MB

Things are heating up, and it's time to head back to the cool refreshing theaters. Jodi and Yechiel have got you ready for summer movies, highlighting EIGHT films releasing over June, July, and August. Movies Discussed in this Episode (Listed in order of release date and trailers linked in title): Spiderman: Across the Spider-verse | June 2 Past Lives | June 2 The Flash | June 16 No Hard Feelings | June 23 Asteroid City | June 23 Theater Camp | July 14 Oppenheimer | July 21 Barbie | July...

Movies about Parenting

May 15, 2023 17:00 - 50 minutes - 34.4 MB

Jodi and Yechiel discuss one of the most challenging and rewarding journeys of their life: Parenting. How do the movies teach us about what it means to parent? Why does the movies portrayal and exploration of parenting change across generations? How is our expectations of what it means to be parented and to parent affected by the movies? Movies Discussed this Episode: Three Men and a Baby | Disney+ Mr. Mom | Max Stepmom | Netflix Kramer vs Kramer | Amazon She's Having a Baby | Max The Pursu...

Passover Episode: Movies about Jewish Families

April 02, 2023 16:00 - 59 minutes - 41.1 MB

This is the episode to prepare you for the Passover Seder, or at least distract you from cleaning your oven. As Jewish families gather across the nation, Jodi and Yechiel explore movies that depict Jewish families in America. 2022 provide two  semi-autobiographical portrayals of Jewish families from legendary filmmakers.  Do these movies provide a nostalgic release or hold a mirror to the complex realities of living Jewishly? Movies Mentioned in this Episode: Avalon | Amazon Fiddler on the ...

2023 Oscars Recap

March 14, 2023 03:00 - 32 minutes - 22.7 MB

Whether you watched the Academy Awards show or not, Jodi and Yechiel have your essential recap of the celebration of movies and all the awards. For where to watch all the Oscar nominees check out this Rolling Stone article For everything Oscars, check out Jodi's Oscar Blog Jews on Film can be found on Apple Podcasts and Spotify Follow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJews Keep Track of Jodie and Yechiel's movie watching and lists by following Jodi's Letterboxd Yechiel's Letterboxd Hos...

Best of 2022-Speed Round

March 10, 2023 17:00 - 37 minutes - 26 MB

Jodie and Yechiel respond in speed round fashion to hot seat questions for the best of 2022. Categories|Movies| Where to find them Best Fight Scene | Everything Everywhere All At Once | Showtime | RRR | Netflix Best Breakthrough Performance | Mia Goth (X) | Showtime | Danielle Detweiller (Till) | Amazon Best Performance by a Child | Franki Corio (Aftersun) | Amazon | Eden Dambrine (Close) | Amazon Best Movie Soundtrack | Elvis | HBO Max | Spirited | Apple+ Best Score | Tar | Peacock | Tar |...

Best Films of 2022

March 06, 2023 18:00 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MB

Jodi and Yechiel reveal their Best Films of 2022 (for the moment). Lots of great movies to discuss and share. Hopefully you can see them all This episode's movies: Marcel the Shell with Shoes On | Amazon Everything Everywhere All At Once | Showtime Aftersun | Amazon Nope | Peacock Happening | Hulu Women talking | In Theaters The Woman King | Netflix RRR | Netflix The Banshees of Inisherin | HBO Tar | Peacock Mrs Harris Goes to Paris | Amazon Prime She Said | Peacock Till | Amazon Spirited ...

Oscars 2023 Noms Reactions

January 30, 2023 18:00 - 44 minutes - 30.9 MB

On the evening the 2023 Oscar nominations are announced, Jodi and Yechiel share there first reactions to the nominations, and their overall surprises, snubs and early predictions. This Episodes Movies and where they are streaming (if relevant): The Whale | In Theatres Babylon | In Theatres Glass Onion: A Knives Out Myster | Netflix Women Talking | In Theatres Everything Everywhere All At Once | Showtime Avatar: The Way of Water | In Theatres Living | In Theatres Tar | Peacock All Quiet on t...

Movies About Making Movies

January 02, 2023 18:00 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MB

2 Movies Jews Go to the Movies to see Babylon, Damian Chazale's new epic on the glory days of Hollywood. Inspired by the movies bravado exploration of the early days of Hollywood and depiction of how movies are made, Jodi and Yechiel dive into the wealth of movies that depict the glory and darkness of filmmaking and Hollywood. This Episodes Movies and where they are streaming (if relevant): Babylon | 2022 | In Theaters Singing in the Rain | 1952 | HBO Max A Star Is Born | 1954 | Amazon Bart...

December 2022 Movie Preview

December 19, 2022 18:00 - 47 minutes - 32.4 MB

Tis December when Jodi and Yechiel burrow away watching movies that aim to bring the joy or bait the Oscar Gods. Six movies are highlight, and many more are mentioned. Oh, the delight of so many movies to watch this December. What movies are you looking forward to this December? This Episodes Movies with release date, where they are streaming (if relevant) and link to the trailer in the titles: Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery | 12/23/2022 | Netflix The Whale | 12/9/2022 Babylon | 12/23/...

The Marilyn Episode

December 05, 2022 18:00 - 52 minutes - 36 MB

Inspired by Blonde, the latest film to explore the myth and legende of Marilyn Monroe, Jodi and Yechiel explore Marilyn's films. What are the lines between the  star, the persona, and the actress? How should we appreciate and understand Marilyn given the context of the narrative and documentary films about her? This Episodes Movies and where they are streaming (if relevant): Some Like it Hot | Amazon My Week with Marilyn | HBO Max Norma Jean and Marilyn | ? Blonde | Netflix The Misfits | P...

The Wakanda Sits Shiva Episode

November 21, 2022 18:00 - 49 minutes - 34.3 MB

Jodi and Yechiel, joined by special guest, Mina, embrace the return to Wakanda, for the highly anticipated Wakanda Forever. Full reviews (yes, there will be spoilers), thematic explorations and even Oscar (!) predictions. This Episodes Movies and where they are streaming (if relevant): Black Panther: Wakanda Foever | In Theaters | 2022 Black Panter | Disney+ | 2018 2001: A Space Odessey | HBO Max | 1968 Contact | Pluto | 1997 My Girl | Amazon | 1991 Coco | Disney+ | 2017 Steel Magnolias | N...

Shakespeare Goes to the Movies

October 24, 2022 17:00 - 43 minutes - 30 MB

Jodi and Yechiel take a dive into the films adapted from and inspired by the great Bard himself, William Shakespeare. This Episodes Movies and where they are streaming (if relevant): Romeo+Juliet | HBO Max Hamlet | Amazon Titus | Amazon Much Ado About Nothing | HBO Max 10 things I hate about you | HULU Macbeth  | Amazon Richard III | Pluto Ran | Amazon Throne of blood | HBO Max O | Paramount+ West side story | Disney+ Henry V | Freevee Chimes at Midnight | HBO Max All is true | Amazon Anony...

Fall Movies Preview 2022

September 12, 2022 18:00 - 47 minutes - 32.4 MB

The transition to fall brings a treasure trove of new movies to theaters and streamers as Oscar seasons heats up. This fall is no different, as Jodi and Yechiel share six movies coming out between mid-September and Thanksgiving that are sure to have great buzz and Oscar contenders. What movies are you looking forward to this fall? This Episodes Movies with release date, where they are streaming (if relevant) and link to the trailer in the titles: Blonde | 9/16/22 | Netflix Amsterdam | 10/...

Abortion Goes to the Movies

August 29, 2022 17:00 - 51 minutes - 35.7 MB

Jodi and Yechiel  explore abortion from the perspective the many filmmakers and films that have incorporated the experience of abortion as a plot point or central theme to the story. This Episodes Movies and where they are streaming (if relevant): Happening | AMC+ | 2022 Vera Drake | Amazon | 2004 Dirty Dancing | HULU | 1987 Never Rarely Sometimes Always | Prime | 2020 Obvious Child | HBO Max | 2014 Citizen Ruth | Paramount+ | 1996 If These Walls Could Talk |  Unknown | 1996 Plan B | HULU ...

The Taika Episode

August 15, 2022 17:00 - 47 minutes - 32.4 MB

For their first deep dive into a director's filmography, Jodi and Yechiel welcome back special guest, Mina, to discuss the films of Taika Waititi (Taika David Cohen). Hot off the recent release of MCU Blockbuster, the 2 Movie Jews gang explore Taika's New Zealand film roots and whether his quirky brilliance translated to Hollywood. In Memory of Olivia Newton John z"l Please donate to support Mina's fundraising for Sharsheret, The Jewish Breast & Ovarian Cancer Community and their upcoming f...

Jews on Film Crossover: Inglourious Basterds

August 01, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 58.7 MB

Jodi and Yechiel discovered another dynamic Jewish duo who love film as much as they do. The 2 Movie Jews team guest starred on exciting new episode of Jews on Film to talk about Quentin Tarintino's WWII Epic Revenge Fantasy, and how Jewish is this film, really? Jews on Film can be found on Apple Podcasts and Spotify This Episodes Movies and where they are streaming (if relevant): Inglourious Basterds | HULU Follow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJews Keep Track of Jodie and Yechiel's ...

The Automat: Interview with Lisa Hurwitz

July 18, 2022 17:00 - 43 minutes - 29.8 MB

After a brief hiatus for summer & Covid, 2 Movie Jews returns with a first for the podcast. Jodi and Yechiel interview Lisa Hurwitz, the first time filmmaker of the grassroots smash success, The Automat.  In this interview, Lisa reflects upon her journey as a first time documentary filmmakers, her inspirations, what it was like to work with Mel Brooks and others stars. She discusses the power of telling a story about community and a city she loves and now calls home. The Automat is availab...

Into the Multiverse

May 30, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 45.9 MB

Their reviews and discussion of hit indie film "Everything Everywhere All at Once" and blockbuster MCU movie "Dr Strange and the Multiverse of Madness" sparked Jodi and Yechiel to explore what exactly is the multiverse in cinematic terms, and the films that have been exploring these themes for decades. This Episodes Movies and where they are streaming (if relevant): Dr Strange and the Multiverse of Madness | In Theaters Everything Everywhere All At Once | In Theaters Spiderman: No Way Home...

Summer 2022 Movie Preview

May 16, 2022 17:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MB

This summer brings over 30 new movies to theaters and even more straight to streaming platforms. Jodi and Yechiel discuss the six movies that stand out for them as one they cannot wait to see this summer. What movies are you looking forward to this summer? This Episodes Movies with release date, where they are streaming (if relevant) and link to the trailer in the titles: Lightyear | 6/17 | In Theaters Cha Cha Real Smooth | 6/17 |  Apple+ Marcel the Shell with Shoes On |6/24 | In Theaters ...

1 Year Anniversary

May 03, 2022 03:00 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MB

Celebrate the 1 YEAR Anniversary of 2 Movie Jewish with a special episode. Jodi and Yechiel reminisce and reflect on the first season of the podcast, and discuss what's to come in the second season. Much thanks to all our listeners, and to all the passionate fans and relatives who have shared the podcast, and the fan who have given us great reviews on Apple Podcasts. The most gratitude goes our to our spouses and children who support us and put up with our recording and constant debating ab...

Oscars 2022 Wrap Up

April 04, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 44.5 MB

This year's Oscars awards show had so much to talk about this mini-episode became a full on one hour plus episode. Jodi and Yechiel discuss all the best moments, speeches, surprises delights and disappointments. And yes, they even discuss their takes on the moment that no one will ever forget when the Best Documentary Feature was being presented, and all that followed. This episode's Oscar movies: Summer of Soul | Hulu Belfast | On Demand CODA | Apple+ Power of the Dog | Netflix Lost Daught...

The Batmen

March 21, 2022 17:00 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MB

2022 brought us a new Batmen flick, "The Batman" directed by Matt Reeves and staring Robert Pattison. Jodi and Yechiel take a deep dive into the new film and ask the question, "Do we really need a new Batman.' Beyond their review and anaysis of the new film, Jodi and Yechiel take this opportunity to survey and share their takes on the last 33 years of live-action Batman depictions in Cinema. What does Batman say about our society, our desire for heroes and how does each new interpretation un...

Oscar 2022 Nominations Reactions

March 07, 2022 17:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MB

Jodi and Yechiel shared their reactions to the 2022 Oscar nominations, including their favorite selections, biggest snubs and who should have been bumped. Follow us on Instagram and Twitter @2MovieJews Keep Track of Jodi and Yechiel's movie watching and lists by following Jodi's Letterboxd  Yechiel's Letterboxd AND SPECIAL FOR OSCAR SEASON Check out Jodi's Oscar Blog http://bermanoscarblog.blogspot.com/ Hosted and Produced by: Yechiel Hoffman and Jodi Berman Technical Advisor: Vlad Kustan...

Best of 2021-Part 2

February 21, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 44.9 MB

The much awaited second half of Jodie and Yechiel's picks for the best films of 2021 is finally here. This episode's movies: Quo Vadis, Aida (Serbia) | Hulu/Prime Belfast | Theaters CODA | Apple+ Swan Song | Apple+ Mass | On Demand Licorice Pizza | Theaters Power of the Dog | Netflix Lost Daughter | Netflix Drive My Car | In Theaters Hand of God | Netflix Raya and the Last Dragon | Disney+ West Side Story | In Theaters Respect | On Demand The Tender Bar | Amazon Prime The Green Knight | On...

Best of 2021-Speed Round

February 13, 2022 19:00 - 11 minutes - 7.66 MB

A special bonus episode between Part 1 and Part 2 of the Best of 2021 episode. Jodie and Yechiel respond in speed round fashion to hot seat questions about the Best of 2021. Part 2 of the Best Films of 2021 episode is coming next week. THE SPEED ROUND (Yechiel | Jodi) Best Fight Scene | Nobody-Bus Scene | Shang Chi-Final Battle Best Breakthrough Performance | Patti Harrison (Together, Together) | Troy Kotsur (CODA) Best Performance by a Child | The Puppet Annette (Annette) | Woody Norman (...

Best Films of 2021-Part 1

February 07, 2022 18:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MB

Jodi and Yechiel are finally ready to reveal their Best Films of 2021 (or at least from the one's they have managed to see, which are A LOT). The movies this year were so amazing that this discussion had to be divided into two parts. So look out for Part 2 of this discussion to follow. This episode's movies: Summer of Soul | Hulu Tick Tick Boom | Netflix Shang Chi and the Legend of the 10 Rings | Disney+ In the Heights | HBO Max C'mon C'mon | Amazon Mitchells vs the Machines | Netflix Pig |...

In Case You Missed It (2021)

January 24, 2022 19:00 - 48 minutes - 33.4 MB

Jodi and Yechiel share their honorable mentions for 2021 that you shouldn't miss. They cover docs, international films, comedies, musicals and films by a first time director. This Episodes Movies (and where they are stream) : The Rescue | Disney+ The Lost Daughter | Netflix West Side Story | In Theaters Belfast | Video On Demand Spiderman: No Way Home | In Theaters Vivo | Netflix Street Gang | HBO Max Land | Robin Wright Tick Tick Boom | Netflix Prayers For the Stolen | Netflix The Harder T...

Fresh Start Movies for a New Year

January 10, 2022 18:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MB

With 2022 upon us, the start of a New Year is an opportunity to imagine new possibilities for ourselves, and to learn from the movies that exemplify a fresh start. Jodi and Yechiel explore different thematic categories for the movies that inspired them to consider what a fresh start can be.  This Episodes Movies (and where they are stream) : Overboard | Amazon Bridget Jones Diary | Amazon Trainspotting | Showtime Jerry Maguire | Netflix Silver Linings Playbook | Netflix Groundhog Day | Hulu...

Holiday Movies (that are safe for the Jews)

December 20, 2021 19:00 - 51 minutes - 35.4 MB

Since people first started making narrative films, the holidays became a central theme. But with all that Christmas cheer, how safe are these movies for our 2MovieJews hosts.  As movie lovers, Jodi and Yechiel sure cannot resist the chance to say no to the grinch and celebrate their favorite holiday movies and the many reasons everyone should enjoy a good holiday movie. This Episodes Movies (and where they are stream) : Die Hard | 1988 | Peacock 8 Crazy Nights | 2002 | Amazon Prime Gremlins...

Winter 2021 Movie Preview

November 29, 2021 19:00 - 51 minutes - 35.1 MB

December is a great time for movies, with all the wonderful Oscar hopefuls from around the world being released in theaters and on streaming platforms. Jodi and Yechiel share six of their top pics for movies being released in the coming winter months. (Be prepared, we will not be discussing any of the big studio blockbusters being released) What movies are you looking forward to? This Episodes Movies with release date, where they are streaming (if relevant) and titles link to the trailer: P...

Hollywood Loves a Remake

November 15, 2021 19:00 - 50 minutes - 35 MB

Since the dawn of cinema, filmmakers have been remaking the movies that came before them. Jodi and Yechiel delve into the remakes that are upgrades and downgrades, and discuss their favorites and upcoming remakes. Plus a indepth review of one Hollywood's latest remakes, Dune. This Episodes Movies (and where they are stream) : Dune (1984) | HBO Max Dune (2021  | In Theaters Le Jetee (1961) | YouTube 12 Monkeys (1995) | HULU Max Max: Fury Road (2015 | HBO Max Mad Max (1979) | HULU The Road Wa...

The Pixar Episode

October 25, 2021 18:00 - 47 minutes - 32.3 MB

Pixar has been bringing cinematic magic to the big screens for 26 years. While this year's Luca got released exclusively on Disney+, Pixar is more than worthy a full on overview review. Jodi and Yechiel welcome back special guest host Mina to discuss their cross-generational take on all things Pixar. They dish on their top 5 Pixar Films, the bottom of the barrel (hello Cars 2) and what exactly is that cinematic Pixar magic. This Episodes Movies are available on: All Pixar movies are availab...

Fall 2021 Movie Preview

October 11, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour - 45 MB

For Jodi and Yechiel out in LA, the fall season has nothing to do with leaves, and everything to do with all the best movies coming out at once. Listen as they break down the movies they are most excited for their release in October and November. They share the top movies made from adaptations, true stories other intellectual properties and the tried and true you can truly count on.  And for an extra bonus, they will tell you which ones to stream and which ones to buy a ticket to go see in a...

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