Episode notes
Today we are looking at the 2024 film, Nightbitch, directed by Marielle Heller, based on the 2021 novel by Rachel Yoder of the same name, starring Amy Adams, Scoot McNairy, and beautiful pack of pooches. Plus we are looking at other films that portray motherhood in a more complicated light. Writer and director, Mo Perkins, joins us.
What’s Good:
Alonso – Going to Wawa for the first time!
Mo – Klara and the Sun by Kazuo Ishiguro
Drea – Being on Bluesky
This Week’s ITIDICs:
1. Even After ‘Kraven the Hunter’ and ‘Madame Web,’ Sony’s Marvel Movies Aren’t Dead (EXCLUSIVE)
2. Zoe Saldaña Feels Actors Who Use CGI for Roles Are Often Overlooked for Awards
3. Anne Hathaway Is ‘Desperate’ to Star in a Christmas Movie: ‘That’s a Weird Bucket List Thing’
Christmas Movie Minute:
- Chrismess
- Following Yonder Star
- Sugar Plum
- The Santa Class
Staff Picks:
Alonso – The Brutalist
Mo – My Old Ass
Drea – Holiday In Handcuffs
Plugs!
Come see Holiday Hornyfest: Shortbus hosted by Ify, December 21st at Vidiots in Los Angeles!
Come see Holiday Hornyfest: Bound hosted by Ify, December 28th at Vidiots in Los Angeles!
Come see Holiday Hornyfest: Magic Mike XXL hosted by Ify, December 30th at Vidiots in Los Angeles!
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With
Drea Clark
Alonso Duralde
Ify Nwadiwe
Produced by Marissa Flaxbart
Sr. Producer Laura Swisher
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Guests
- Mo Perkins
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