NeW series!
Beginning January 18
Grab your love fern and prepare for a dramatic airport declaration of love, because the Movies are Life podcast is watching, discussing, debating and celebrating each film that is on The Ringer’s list of the 50 greatest rom-coms.
Latest Episodes
Get ready to pull out your granny panties because we're diving deep into all the cringe-worthy encounters of the number 18 film on The 50 Best Rom-Coms list, 'Bridget Jones’s Diary!’
After watching the number 11 film on The 50 Best Rom-Coms list, ‘Something’s Gotta Give,’ we are heavily considering investing in turtlenecks and a beach house ASAP.
We’ve watched the number 8 film on The 50 Best Rom-Coms list, ‘My Best Friend's Wedding,’ and let's just say, we have some thoughts - we didn't exactly fall head over heels for this one, unlike most people seem to.
Red pill or blue pill? Join us as we celebrate a quarter-century of mind-bending action, iconic trench coats and the eternal quest to free our minds from the machines with the Wachowskis' sci-fi masterpiece, ‘The Matrix.’
Which is braver: Emma Stone’s performance in ‘Poor Things’ or Nathan inviting his mother-in-law as a guest to talk about the gritty, Oscar-winning film?
Get ready to dial up the nostalgia meter as first-time guest Sean Crowell joins Nathan to dive into the neon-soaked world of Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore's iconic rom-com, ‘The Wedding Singer!’
Who needs Tinder when you can fall in love over dial-up? 😂💕 That’s right, we are talking about the OG version of online dating and the number 3 film on The Best Rom-Coms list, You’ve Got Mail!
We are getting a little more serious in today’s episode covering the powerful and thought-provoking war film ‘Quo Vadis, Aida?’
🕺🎶 Get ready to bust a move and defy the dance police because we're reviewing the ultimate '80s classic ‘Footloose’ which is celebrating its 40th anniversary! 🎉💃
Grab your dancing shoes and your therapist's number, because we're diving headfirst into the quirky world of 'Silver Linings Playbook' which falls at number 47 on The Best Rom-Coms list!
Who knew childbirth could be so hilarious?! Matt Jankowski, joins Nathan in the studio to break down the number 39 film on The 50 Best Rom-Coms list, ‘Knocked Up.’
Prediction: Nathan and returning guest, Kyle Radford, will see their shadow just in time to review the time-warping world of the beloved film, ‘Groundhog Day.’
If you were waiting for an episode where Nathan and Whitney aren’t on the same page, here it is! First, they tackle the number 27 film on The Best Rom-Coms list, ‘Can’t Buy Me Love’ which segues nicely into a quick discussion about the first big hit of 2024, ‘Mean Girls.’
Who knew a wedding could be this entertaining? We are putting on our best tux to talk about the number 38 film on The Best Rom-Coms list, The Best Man.
Nathan and Whitney are kicking off the new year by giving our quick reactions to Sunday’s Golden Globes ceremony and then touching on some of the films that they watched during the holiday break.
Settle into your favorite spot on the couch and join Nathan and guest Mark Blitch as we count down our top ten TV shows of 2023! We are taking a little break from the big screen to break down the best of the best in the world of television.
Welcome to a cinematic celebration of 2023! Join Nathan and special guest Mark Blitch as they embark on a thrilling journey through the film landscape of 2023.
From grand gestures to quirky moments, we are discussing the holiday classic, ‘Love Actually,’ which falls at number 24 on The 50 Best Rom-Coms list. Returning guest and lover of all things British culture, Todd Ferguson, joins Nathan to dissect the film and rank the multiple storylines from worst to best! Plus, Nathan and Whitney react to the recent #GoldenGlobes nominations.
Film director and returning guest, Mark Blitch, joins Nathan to reminisce about 13 Going on 30, the number 40 film on The 50 Best Rom-Coms list. Additionally, Whitney gives her quick thoughts on the film as well as what she thought about The Golden Bachelor finale.
Tune in for a brutally honest and unfiltered take on the number 37 film on The 50 Best Rom-Coms list, ‘The Wedding Planner.’ Second Best Picture co-host, Kyle Radford, and Nathan don’t hold back as they share their unapologetically negative reactions to the film that many consider a rom-com classic.
This Thanksgiving week, join Nathan and his cousin Greg Ross for a trip down memory lane as they reminisce about their heartfelt and hilarious memories of growing up with the John Hughes masterpiece, Planes, Trains and Automobiles.
In this thought-provoking episode, host Nathan invites a very special group of Oklahomans to the table – his own family. They dive deep into Martin Scorsese's critically acclaimed film, Killers of the Flower Moon.
In this special episode of Movies are Life, Nathan and Whitney pay tribute to the life and career of the beloved actor, Matthew Perry, who left an indelible mark on the world of entertainment.
In this bone-chilling episode of Movies are Life, Nathan brings in returning guest, Brad McLelland, to dive headfirst into the heart of darkness as they dissect the iconic horror film that changed the genre forever - The Exorcist.
Get ready to experience all the glitz, glamour and romance as we dive deep into the number 32 film on The 50 Best Rom-Coms list, Crazy Rich Asians. Nathan is joined by his charming wife, Whitney, and the ever-insightful JoJo Woods, to explore the captivating world of this modern romance.
Nathan’s dad, Ty Chandler, joins the podcast to commemorate the 60th anniversary of Alfred Hitchcock's timeless masterpiece, The Birds.
The podcast is taking a brief departure from the silver screen to dive into the exciting world of television. Whitney joins Nathan to dive into their latest TV obsessions.
💌 Love in a contract? Lucy and George proved it's possible in the number 17 film on The 50 Best Rom-Coms list, Two Weeks Notice. First-time guest, Sarah Medin, joins Nathan to discuss the film's witty dialogue, clever humor and the undeniable chemistry between Sandra Bullock and Hugh Grant.
Hold onto your seat belts, because we're reviewing the cult classic that defies all conventions. Harold and Maude falls at number 46 on The 50 Best Rom-Coms list and Jenna Hodges Struble joins us to explore the eccentric and endearing title characters.
Latest REVIEWS
Moonstruck, with its unabashed adoration for romance, insists that love conquers all. Yet, as I watched, I found myself questioning the overwhelming praise it garnered upon its release.
Understanding that Civil War centers on a group of war journalists rather than the war itself can significantly alter one's perspective on Garland's intent.
It took me a bit to settle into the vibe of Bridget Jones's Diary. I enjoyed seeing the twist of the main character in the genre, but I never completely invested in the love triangle that dominates this film.
As I am growing older, I think I'm becoming a sucker more and more for the world of Nancy Meyers. I was completely charmed and immersed in this story.
In celebration of its 25th anniversary, The Matrix still completely stands as one of the most original sci-fi films to ever come out in my lifetime.
Something felt off to me while watching My Best Friend's Wedding (yes, for the first time). I appreciated the story that it set out to tell, but tonally the pieces weren't fitting together.
Bottoms purposely pokes fun at its genre while providing a looking glass into how today's culture perceives popularity and identity.
Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One is incredibly fun and the action is beyond impressive. Much was made about Tom Cruise's motorcycle jump, but I particularly enjoyed the train car falling sequence.
Whether your initial response to Poor Things is visceral or in disgust, it's a film that you won't soon forget.
The unbelievability of what these racers in Arthur the King willingly put themselves through is inspiring and insane at the same time. Add a battered dog who won’t quit into the mix, and you have yourself a movie that is bound to tug on your heartstrings in one way or another.
Amazing soundtrack, cute leads, a screaming Sandler, cheap ‘80s references, quotable lines. What's not to love about The Wedding Singer?
How can you not get sucked into the charm and whimsy of 'You've Got Mail?' Like Kathleen Kelly's bookshop and the coffee shops these "nemesis" frequent, this film is completely warm and comfortable.
You Hurt My Feelings spoke to my creative soul. Director/writer Nicole Holofcener brilliantly and comically explores the themes of love and support when it comes to balancing personal and professional aspirations.
From the moment that this movie opens up with the closeups of the various dancing feet, I was automatically charmed by this '80s classic.
What a gut punch Quo Vadis, Aida? is. I had no prior knowledge about the Bosnia War of 1995 or the Srebrenica Massacre that this film depicts. This is unlike any war film that I had seen before.
Silver Linings Playbook is an infectious film. It's full of energy that grabs you and pulls you into this intense family dynamic whether you like it or not.
The Holdovers is patient, but not slow. It's funny but doesn't go for the easy gag. It's heartbreaking, but not overly sentimental.
Self Reliance is flat-out entertaining. It has been a while since I have watched a film that creates an ideal balance of not having to think too much and keeping you guessing along the way.
It's hard to rip into this movie too hard because there is so much '80s cheesiness to love about it.
There’s a fine line between complacency and passion, and Chaperone is a film that captures the confusion of early adulthood perfectly.
How is it possible that a movie gets better and better each time I watch it when it is so purposely repeatable in its premise?
I loved Knocked Up when it was initially released and I had always held it as one of my favorites of Apatow, but I was surprised by my reaction this time around.
What I enjoyed most about Maestro is that you feel every bit of passion from Cooper's performance, camera movements and style.
An amazing ensemble of actors can elevate a film's material and that is what this group does for The Best Man.
The Color Purple is filled with amazing performances, breathtaking shots and wonderful music, but there is something just a little off-kilter that keeps it from being one of the best modern musicals.
I prefer the darker side of Roald Dahl's creation, but if you can erase any prior knowledge of the story, you'll find Wonka funny, enjoyable and sometimes magical.
I haven't ever watched Euphoria, but if this is what kids are into these days, I want nothing of it. Saltburn has to be one of the most divisive and perverse movies to come out of 2023.
Join us as we delve deep into the immersive world of A24's groundbreaking film, ‘Civil War.’ Host Nathan Chandler and esteemed guest Mark Blitch, embark on a captivating exploration of one of the most talked about and polarizing films of 2024.