The 100 Film Redemption

The 100 Film Redemption is a bi-weekly movie review podcast. Join co-hosts Kate and Phil as they shepherd their friend, Andrew, through a list of 100 movies he definitely should have seen by now. Every episode they watch and discuss a movie from the list, as well as discuss current movies and television.

Episode 099 - The Very Belated Final Episode 12/03/2024

Episode 099 - The Very Belated Final Episode Better late than never, right? At long last here is the final episode of the show. We analyze the movie list with some fun categories, such as our favorites, movies we didn't click with, and a few others. Way back in Episode 001, we each talked about our favorite movies at the time. Since so much time has passed, we decided to make new favorites lists and see what has changed, and if our little podcast had any impact. Lastly, we get mushy and reflect on the show, our friendship, and what we've been watching over the last few years. If you've ever listened to this show, thank you for doing so. I appreciate you spending your time with us, and I hope you had fun along the way. Watch more movies! Breaking Down the List - 3:36 Personal Favorites Update - 53:09 Looking Back - 1:25:55 Produced by Andrew Padula /episode/index/show/100fr/id/34257760

Episode 098 - The Shawshank Redemption 11/04/2021

Episode 098 - The Shawshank Redemption We have officially reached the final film on our list! This was chosen as our finale because, as you probably already know, people absolutely LOVE The Shawshank Redemption. More than any other movie on this list, Shawshank always elicited the strongest reaction when people found out I'd never seen it. At long last, those days are now behind me. /episode/index/show/100fr/id/21056966

Episode 097 - The Green Mile 08/25/2021

Episode 097 - The Green Mile Our penultimate film, as well as our penultimate Stephen King adaptation, The Green Mile has a lot riding on it as one of our anchor films in this final stretch. It's the origin of the "magical negro" plot device, with a star-studded cast, a talented mouse, and a whole lot of nonsense. We also discuss Mare of Easttown, Steel Magnolias, and Inside! /episode/index/show/100fr/id/20253197

Episode 096 - On the Waterfront 07/12/2021

Episode 096 - On the Waterfront This entry is similar to Citizen Kane, in that it's not really a movie that's recommended as often these days, but deserves its spot due to its impact. On the Waterfront is one of the most celebrated American films. It's a movie filled with subtle performances that contains one of the most potent and impassioned rallying cries for workers' rights that still rings true today. We also discuss Mulan (2020), Now Voyager, & more! /episode/index/show/100fr/id/19788272

Episode 095 - Raging Bull 07/11/2021

Episode 095 - Raging Bull The final Scorsese film from our list ends up being one of the most intense across all 100 movies. Raging Bull depicts a frighteningly familiar monster in DeNiro's portrayal of Jake LaMotta, and shows how destructive unchecked male ego can be. We also discuss Black Book, Bacurau, Age of Innocence, and more! /episode/index/show/100fr/id/19773725

Episode 094 - Casino 07/07/2021

Episode 094 - Casino The penultimate Scorsese film on our list, Casino stands as yet another crowning achievement from one of America's best directors. Casino has it all: style, violence, and the coolest suits you have ever seen. We also discuss the Mortal Kombat movie, Shadow & Bone, Wild at Heart, and more! /episode/index/show/100fr/id/19738667

Episode 093 - The Karate Kid 06/20/2021

Episode 093 - The Karate Kid The Karate Kid has long been one of the best student-mentor films. Beloved by millions of all ages, it's been a staple of 80s cinema for nearly 40 years. We also discuss Curse of the Golden Flower, Godzilla vs Kong, and more! /episode/index/show/100fr/id/19542731

Episode 092 - Stand by Me 06/07/2021

Episode 092 - Stand by Me We discuss yet another Stephen King adaptation, as well Zack Snyder's Justice League, Lost season 1, and more! /episode/index/show/100fr/id/19391855

Episode 091 - Caddyshack 04/09/2021

Episode 091 - Caddyshack Caddyshack is a weird movie. Half a coming-of-age story, half sketch comedy, plus there's a dancing gopher; none of it should work, but it does. It shows its age every now and again, but against all odds, Caddyshack's screwball comedy gets it across the finish line. We also discuss Judas & the Black Messiah, the South Park Vaccination Special, & more! /episode/index/show/100fr/id/18661913

Episode 090 - The Bourne Identity 04/06/2021

Episode 090 - The Bourne Identity Jesus Christ, it's Jason Bourne! /episode/index/show/100fr/id/18617090

Episode 089 - Scarface 03/11/2021

Episode 089 - Scarface Endlessly quoted, parodied to death, and still a beloved cult classic, there was no version of our list that didn't include Brian De Palma's Scarface. Almost everything about this movie is now iconic, from the soundtrack to the violence. Along for the ride are discussions on Possessor, Framing Britney Spears, The Little Things, and even the original Scarface! /episode/index/show/100fr/id/18277205

Episode 088 - Breakfast at Tiffany's 02/16/2021

Episode 088 - Breakfast at Tiffany's We're celebrating the romance season with one of the all-time great rom-coms, Breakfast at Tiffany's! Audrey Hepburn was one of Hollywood's brightest stars, and this is arguably her most iconic role. A beloved classic, based on a book, a Hollywood legend, and top tier score to boot? How could this not make our list? We're also discussing Promising Young Woman, and more! /episode/index/show/100fr/id/17973725

Episode 087 - Schindler's List + Shoah 02/09/2021

Episode 087 - Schindler's List + Shoah The final Spielberg film on our list is probably his most celebrated. Schindler's List, coupled with our viewing of Claude Lanzmann's staggering documentary, Shoah, made for a really sobering and emotionally taxing entrance to 2021, but it was worth it. Movies like this make us better people. /episode/index/show/100fr/id/17885300

Episode 086 - Sophie's Choice 01/27/2021

Episode 086 - Sophie's Choice This is the first of our two-episode observance of International Holocaust Remembrance Day. This first episode features Sophie's Choice. Not only does this have one of the most infamously depressing scenes in modern film, it contains one of the most incredible performances ever shot. Our next episode will feature Schindler's List, along with the landmark documentary, Shoah. /episode/index/show/100fr/id/17707763

Episode 085 - 2020: A Nightmare Odyssey 01/25/2021

Episode 085 - 2020: A Nightmare Odyssey Our final sendoff of 2020. Here’s a much more relaxed, bonus episode about everything we watched over the holidays, and what we’re looking forward to in 2021! /episode/index/show/100fr/id/17673380

Episode 084 - Lethal Weapon 01/16/2021

Episode 084 - Lethal Weapon This episode is all about the Lethal Weapon series! These four films have helped define one of the most well-known movie and TV genres: the buddy cop story. From iconic lines like “I’m getting too old for this shit,” to the ultra cheesy, equally kick-ass music, Lethal Weapon is a franchise that just couldn’t be ignored. /episode/index/show/100fr/id/17573588

Episode 083 - The Sound of Music 12/08/2020

Episode 083 - The Sound of Music The Sound of Music is one of the most beloved American films ever made. With a soundtrack that delivers hit after hit, an irresistibly charming Julie Andrews, & a relatable story, it's no wonder that this is still considered a favorite amongst film fans all over the world. We also discuss The Queen's Gambit, Fargo season 4, Happiest Season, & Mank! /episode/index/show/100fr/id/17118776

Episode 082 - Footloose 12/01/2020

Episode 082 - Footloose A rural American town where dancing is banned may just be one of the most well-known and iconic premises in movie history. Who doesn't know the pitch for Footloose by now? With a lighter "Recently Watched" section, we do a deep dive into the 1984 original, and the 2011 remake of this beloved 80s hit. /episode/index/show/100fr/id/17021099

Episode 081 - Good Will Hunting 11/29/2020

Episode 081 - Good Will Hunting Good Will Hunting may be famous for its plot summary more so than anything it shows on screen, but it has remained an extremely popular film for the last 22 years. Everyone loves the genius janitor with a tortured soul. Kate and Andrew share a few holiday-guilty pleasures they indulged in during the post-election sigh of relief, and Phil talks about Tenet! /episode/index/show/100fr/id/16992554

Episode 080 - Close Encounters of the Third Kind 11/19/2020

Episode 080 - Close Encounters of the Third Kind There's a reason that Steven Spielberg is the director with the most entries on our 100-film list. As far as movies are concerned, he practically IS American pop culture. Close Encounters is an enormously influential sci-fi work that couldn't be ignored. Phil compares HBO's The Vow to Starz's Seduced, and we also talk about the return of Borat! /episode/index/show/100fr/id/16867982

Episode 079 - Donnie Darko 11/15/2020

Episode 079 - Donnie Darko For some of the films on our list, they are inescapable titans of pop culture - E.T., Forrest Gump, The Sixth Sense. Others are more mysterious. We're aware of their existence and reputation, but there's little else we know for sure. Donnie Darko flew under the radar for many upon release, but it has become a true standout of modern indie filmmaking. We also give a spoiler-free review of The Haunting of Bly Manor, & more! /episode/index/show/100fr/id/16812878

Episode 078 - Signs & The Sixth Sense 10/27/2020

Episode 078 - Signs & The Sixth Sense It's an entire episode dedicated to M. Night Shyamalan! There's no denying that Shyamalan dominated the early 2000's with his trademark twisty narratives. We have two entries on our official list, Signs and The Sixth Sense, as well as discussions on Unbreakable and The Village. Signs was always a ripe target for parody, and The Sixth Sense is one of the biggest movies in all of pop culture. /episode/index/show/100fr/id/16573250

Episode 077 - The Rocky Horror Picture Show 10/24/2020

Episode 077 - The Rocky Horror Picture Show This the be-all-end-all of cult films: The Rocky Horror Picture show has been baffling, delighting, and inspiring audiences for 45 years! We got a chance to see this at a drive-in theater - which is about as close to the preferred format for watching this as we can get in 2020 - and we had a blast! We also discuss The Platform, It (2017), HBO's The Vow, and more! /episode/index/show/100fr/id/16526750

Episode 076 - Borat 09/25/2020

Episode 076 - Borat It may be surprising to see Borat on our list, but it's hard to understate just how prevalent this movie was when we were in high school. IT. WAS. EVERYWHERE. Along with this smash cult hit, we discuss Terrence Malick's The New World, Mike Leigh's Naked, HBO's The Vow, and more! /episode/index/show/100fr/id/16161872

Episode 075 - Planet of the Apes 09/20/2020

Episode 075 - Planet of the Apes 75 episodes! We replace our "Recently Watched" section to reflect on the show itself, look back on the last 25ish movies we have seen, and see what the end of the list is looking like. We finish up with Planet of the Apes (1968) and the prequels. /episode/index/show/100fr/id/16076678

Episode 074 - Thelma & Louise 09/04/2020

Episode 074 - Thelma & Louise It's our first episode recorded in Washington! Kate and Andrew give a recap of their move across the country, Phil discusses a auteur-driven films, and we finally get to the 90s hit Thelma & Louise! Similar to films like The Sixth Sense, and Planet of the Apes (our next movie!), the ending is so iconic there aren't many viewers who aren't aware of it. /episode/index/show/100fr/id/15891308

Episode 073 - Cast Away 08/26/2020

Episode 073 - Cast Away It's our last episode recorded in NJ! Cast Away served as a fitting send off for Andrew and Kate's last east coast episode. Thankfully, we didn't get stranded anywhere, and we didn't have to resort to eating each other or something. A slightly shorter episode due to some technical difficulties, we're delighted to deliver our 73rd episode. Enjoy! /episode/index/show/100fr/id/15756188

Episode 072 - Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure 08/24/2020

Episode 072 - Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure Now that Kate and Andrew are settled on the west coast, it's time to release episodes again! We were hoping to time this to the release of Bill & Ted Face the Music, but it was yet another bummer delay in 2020, which has been nothing but a major drag, dudes. But now it's coming out on VOD this week! Everything worked out. Thanks for waiting for us, and we hope you find this episode to be most excellent! /episode/index/show/100fr/id/15740054

Episode 071 - Batman Begins 07/30/2020

Episode 071 - Batman Begins We dive into Christopher Nolan's Batman Begins! The predecessor to one of the most celebrated superhero films ever made, and an early trailblazer for the genre as a whole, couldn't be ignored. Along with Begins, we also share our thoughts on The Dark Knight, and The Dark Knight Rises - where Phil and Kate have a fierce debate. /episode/index/show/100fr/id/15418817

Episode 070 - American History X 07/06/2020

Episode 070 - American History X The time has come for us to watch one of the more controversial films on our list, American History X. This depressingly relevant movie was released in 1998, but still managed to be divisive today. Our reactions were all over the place, and it was a lot of fun to mull this movie over together. We also talk about Hausu, Suspiria (2018), and more! /episode/index/show/100fr/id/15094769

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