Pop Culture Case Study
Film and Psychology

Pulp Fiction and Introspection

Holds Up

Episode Notes

In this episode, Dave takes on another classic! Britt gives her less than glowing review of Pulp Fiction.  Then, Dave talks about the history of introspection and when it is helpful.  Finally, Mike joins us and talks (a lot!) about one of his favorite movies ever!

Fangirl Fixation: 0:03:30 Introspection: 0:17:54 Pulp Fiction: 0:29:35 Spoilers: 01:26:54

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Joy Review

Movie star performance

Episode Notes

Dave is joined by Mike to review David O. Russell's newest effort starring Jennifer Lawrence, Joy.  They discuss the strengths and weaknesses of the film, as well as discuss a bit about Russell's work and where this fits in.  Enjoy!

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Silver Linings Playbook and Stigma

Be nice

Episode Notes

Dave takes on an Oscar winner that everyone seems to like, Silver Linings Playbook.  Britt returns for Fangirl Fixation to discuss whether or not it is as great as everyone says.  Then Dave talks about stigma, specifically its definition and attitudes about bipolar disorder.  Then, Jamison from the Real Films Podcast joins us to talk about the movie! Fangirl Fixation: 0:05:10 Stigma: 0:17:16 Silver Linings Playbook: 0:29:52 Spoilers: 01:07:35

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The Force Awakens Review

1977 all over again

Episode Notes

That's right folks, the day is finally here! Star Wars is back.  Whether you watched it or not, you can still listen to at least the first

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Star Trek (2009) and Stress

Shaun is Stressed

Episode Notes

In this episode, Dave is joined by Shaun from No, Totally! But first, Britt shows up to bash on Zachary Quinto, and sing the praises of Karl Urban (mainly because he's hot).  Then, Dave talks about stress, specifically decision making and decision making styles,  Finally, Shaun joins us to talk about a first time watch for him.  Topics include drumming styles, cgi, how much he despises Zachary Quinto, and twitter games.

Note - sorry about any audio issues with fangirl fixation, we are still working out a new microphone situation!

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In The Heart of The Sea Review

Moby Dick Origin

Episode Notes

Another review for you this week! Barry and I from True Bromance Film talk about In The Heart of the Sea in depth.  Specifically, we discuss how we would make it better (take that Ron Howard!), shirtless Chris Hemsworth, and even things that don't seem to apply to the movie, like The Walking Dead! Enjoy!

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Much Ado About Nothing and Reputation

Keanu Innocent

Episode Notes

As this was the week MacBeth was SUPPOSED to release nationwide, Dave invites Ben from Cinematic For The People to talk about Much Ado About Nothing.  But first Britt comes on to reminisce about the film without even watching it recently.  She also shares some stories about a performance we both saw.  She is also crafting during the recording (sorry about any audio issues)!  Then Dave examines reputation.  Specifically, the value of a good reputationperceived reputation in the brainmeasuring a woman's reputation, and male honor.  Finally, Ben and Dave discuss the movie from very different points of view but definitely share some similar views!

Fangirl Fixation: 0:02:31 Reputation: 0:14:35 Much Ado About Nothing: 0:28:03 Spoilers: 0:50:50

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Brooklyn Review

Most romantic movie of the year

Episode Notes

In this mini episode, Dave brings on Mike (again!), and because he did not see Krampus, they talk about a much better film, Brooklyn.  We talk about happy endings (not that kind), accents, acting with your eyes, and making Mike feel dirty for helping us advertise our Patreon Page

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Gremlins and Xenophobia

A nice Christmas movie

Episode Notes

In this episode, Dave tackles a horror/comedy classic Gremlins, in celebration of the release of Krampus!  Britt stops by to discuss whether or not Gremlins holds up, as well as the state of comedy in film.  Dave talks about Xenophobia in terms of attitudes towards Muslim immigrants,  Spanish football, and hot dog vendors. Finally Emily Mackay of Movies N Mayhem makes an appearance to share her memories of Gremlins!

Fangirl Fixation: 0:02:31 Xenophobia: 0:15:54 Gremlins: 0:27:40 Spoilers: 0:57:50

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Creed Review

Best Rocky

Episode Notes

Check out my review of the best new release of the week (by far!), Creed! Mike from War Machine vs. War Horse joins as well!

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