In this episode of Sisters in the Stars, Olivia and Emily delve into the classic film Gladiator, exploring its legacy, Russell Crowe's impactful portrayal of Maximus, and their personal connections to the film. They reflect on their first impressions as children watching the movie for the first time, the emotional impact of the story, and the significance of the action sequences. They also explore the implications of the upcoming sequel and express their concerns for it and ponder if a ...

In this cozy episode of Sisters in the Stars, Olivia and Emily explore the concept of comfort films, discussing their personal definitions and the emotional resonance these films hold. They share their top comfort film picks, emphasizing the nostalgia and warmth these movies bring, while also touching on the importance of music and emotional connections in film. The conversation flows through various themes, highlighting the subjective nature of comfort films and the diverse genres that can e...

In this week's episode, Emily and Olivia explore the classic film 'The Wizard of Oz' and its upcoming adaptation 'Wicked'. They discuss their personal connections to the film, its nostalgic value, and the impact it has had on culture and cinema. The sisters delve into the film's technical advancements, the portrayal of witches, and the underlying American ideals present in the story. They also touch on the film's significance as a queer icon and its lasting legacy in popular culture.Follow ou...

In this episode, sisters Emily and Olivia dive deep into the film 'We Live in Time,' exploring the intricacies of acting, directing, and the portrayal of modern relationships in film. They discuss the authenticity required in acting, the subversion of traditional gender roles, and the complexities of conversations around parenthood. The sisters also highlight how the film's structure impacts the audience's emotional engagement and the performances of Florence Pugh and Andrew Garfield. Their c...

Welcome all you scared cats to this week's episode on how to survive the spooky season. In this episode, Emily and Olivia explore a variety of Halloween movies, rating them on a 'Scaredy Cat Scale' to help anyone less inclined towards horror films. They discuss beloved kids' movies, nostalgic favorites, and Tim Burton's unique style, while also highlighting some classic films that they have yet to see. The conversation culminates in a ranked list of Halloween movies, providing a guide for lis...

Hollywood has always had toxic beauty standards?! Shock! Gasp! In this episode, Olivia and Emily delve into the complex world of Hollywood beauty standards, exploring their historical context, the impact of cosmetic surgery, and the racial dynamics that shape these ideals. They share personal reflections on body image and discuss the pressures faced by modern celebrities, emphasizing the need for diversity and self-acceptance in the industry. Olivia and Emily also discuss the challenges ...

Wait…the sisters don’t hate it!? This film is receiving a lot of poor reviews, but Emily and Olivia don’t think it is as bad as some critics say. The sisters dive deep into the controversial film, exploring its themes, character development, and musical elements. They discuss the film's unique approach to storytelling, the character study of Arthur Fleck, and the implications of the shocking ending. The conversation also touches on underutilized Lady Gaga's role as Lee, Harley Quinn, and the ...

Should this have been a silent film? This movie may become a classic for Gen-Alpha, but Olivia and Emily will stick with Wall-E. The emotional impact of The Wild Robot fell short since the dialogue often felt cheesy and the pacing and climax could have been improved. The sisters do, however, highlight the stunning visuals and animation style, as well as the effectiveness of the voice acting. Overall, the film was enjoyable but had notable flaws.The Wild Robot was directed by Chris Sanders, st...

In this episode, Emily and Olivia dive deep into the film Whiplash, celebrating its 10th anniversary. They explore the film's themes of power and abuse, the psychological complexity of its characters, and the representation of jazz culture. The sisters also put on their film analysis hats and discuss the film's pacing, cinematography, and color grading. They also reflect on the impact of the film and its legacy in the context of artistic ambition and the cost of greatness. To all the band kid...

We want more villain origin stories!! In anticipation for Joker: Folie à Deux, Olivia and Emily revisit Joker, the iconic film that changed the cinematic world for villains. Listen to why Olivia and Emily would give this movie 5 out of 5 stars as they dive deep into Joaquin Phoenix’s Oscar-earning performance, the incredible world-building through production design, costumes, and unreliable story-telling, and tune in for all the behind-the-scenes tidbits that Olivia learned. Question for...

Get ready for some sister philosophizing! This week, Olivia and Emily discuss parasocial relationships and their connection to film and television. The sisters explore the definition of parasocial relationships and how they have been present throughout history. They also discuss the positive and negative aspects of parasocial relationships, including the potential for loneliness alleviation and the dangers of obsession and stalking. Olivia confesses that she often forms parasocial relationshi...

The 15th anniversary re-release of Coraline is crushing it at the box office and Olivia and Emily break down why it’s still a hit. They cover everything from claymation (and Olivia’s obsession), the beautiful world building, the exaggerated and fun characters, whether or not it’s horror, and the crazy film theories surrounding Coraline. Of course you’ll also hear Liv and Em recall the first time they watched Coraline at ages 6 and 8, and why Emily, to this day, can’t watch horror movies.Coral...

We swear this isn’t a sports channel, but come on, it was the Olympics! Olivia and Emily dig into why the Olympics qualifies as filmmaking and the challenges surrounding filming athletic events. The sisters also discuss their two different viewing experiences: Cable vs. Peacock, and of course include their social commentary on how to reduce sexism in the way athletic events are filmed.

The summer blockbuster is here and Olivia and Emily are back from their short break, like a certain scientist who took a step away from chasing tornadoes; and, like how she saves the day, Olivia and Emily save yours with a refreshing review. They cover if the movie should have been scarier, did the movie actually have enough science for nerds, and where all the actors are on the same page. Also, they dig deep into Emily’s very real tornado phobia and what it was like watching a movie which is...

Your favorite (band nerds) sisters gush over the world of sound in a mini deep-dive into the discography of Hans Zimmer. Emily and Olivia discuss the importances of music in movies, how you paint with sound, and their favorite hits of Hans Zimmer. Of course there is some hard hitting social commentary, random band kid backstories, and featuring a full Emily NERD out over movie soundtracks. What is your favorite movie score???Follow our instagram and jump into the conversation: Instagram: @sis...

Emily and Olivia break down a new film this week, Fly Me to the Moon, and discuss if it is actually just good or great. They talk about the different value of different types of films and if all movies that are impactful must be dramatic, the great side characters, and if we should really be making a movie based on a conspiracy theory. Of course there is also some slight roasting of the lack-luster chemistry from the leads and why we have trouble believing in Channing Tatum’s acting. Oh...

Today marks Emily and Olivia’s 50th episode of Sisters and the Stars and what better way to celebrate with the incredible film Fancy Dance. This film truly checks every box on Emily and Olivia’s checklist; it almost felt like Erica Tremblay was reading their minds!? They dive into the important message of the film, why this film overlooked and struggled with distribution, as well as breaking down their favorite scenes. Of course broader conversation around the film industry happened and how e...

Want to know why Emily and Olivia always mention sports movies?! Either love them or hate them, sports movies have always been a favorite subject of filmmakers. Emily and Olivia discuss what they consider to be some of the best sports movies, what makes a sports movie, and how sports are inherently ripe for story telling. They break into discussions on how sports allow us to connect through pain and build community as well as tie into our innate tribal instincts. Of course, there are giggles,...

Emily and Olivia discuss season three of Bridgerton and how it was entertaining, however it only gave them a taste of positive progression. They talk about how they wished the season focused on the main love interests, Penelope and Colin, and did not get lost in all its side plots. Their conversation touches on how Bridgerton does hint at a lot of progressive ideas yet how the show under-delivers, they praise how the show handles consent, and they talk about their love of costuming. Of ...

Emily and Olivia discuss their pleasant surprise for the sequel to Inside Out. They touch on how this movie relates to their own mental health journeys, what is a kids film, how great this film is for small local theaters, and how you should totally see this movie on the big screen. The sisters also ponder the future of animation and how kids these days are lucky. Fair warning, Emily and Olivia catch the giggles and of course devolve like an anxiety spiral ;) En-joy!!Inside Out 2 was directed...

Happy Pride month! Listen in as Olivia and Emily open up about their personal connections with queer cinema and the history and growth of queer representation in film. They discuss the access and education of LGBTQAI+ media as well as digging into some queer cinema fun facts!

Olivia and Emily get very philosophical and raw in this week’s industry talk which is a loose follow up from Mad Max. They touch on mental health effects when fiction bleeds into real life and how different set cultures can cause unexpected problems. This episode features a deep dive into acting styles from modern method acting to other techniques as well as discussing who exactly gets to be unprofessional on set. Emily also opens up and shares some vulnerable stories of her own experien...

Olivia and Emily are converts to the Mad Max universe. They discuss their love for the creative and intelligent world Geroge Miller has created and the splendid acting by Anya Taylor-Joy and Chris Hemsworth. However, they uncover the holes of this prequel and the way it failed to reveal the most important parts of the beloved character Furiosa.Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga was directed by George Miller, starring Anya Taylor-Joy, Chris Hemsworth, and Tom Burke, and was released in theaters on May 24...

Bland characters, bland acting, bland plot, a bland start to a new Planet of the Apes franchise… Can it get anymore bland? Liv and Em dig into the weak character development, the lack of nuance in the acting, and the demographic trends of who is going to watch these types of movies.Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes was directed by Wes Ball, starring Owen Teague, Freya Allen, and Kevin Durand, and was released in theaters on May 8, 2024.