Why ‘Ratatouille’ Is Pixar’s Most Comforting Food Movie
This month the Screen Queens are serving up foodie films, starting with the Disney Pixar comfort classic, ‘Ratatouille.’ The hosts rank how ‘Ratatouille’ stacks up against other Disney Pixar classics, then they discuss if French food is really the best cuisine in the world (hint: butter might be overrated). The Screen Queens dive into the artistry that Pixar puts into every. single. one. of their films and why all your favorite Pixar movies might be more connected than you think. Doing a deep dive into nostalgic childhood foods, Bryan confesses his childhood snack that leaves us wondering is that really a ‘snack’? From secret rat chefs to five-star meals, we’re unpacking how ‘Ratatouille’ made us all believe anyone can cook (even if it’s definitely a health-code violation).
Grab your wine, cheese, and chef hat because we have movies to feast on all month long.
11/10–Julie & Julia, 11/17–The Menu, 11/24–Eat Pray Love
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How 'Practical Magic' Turned Into a Cult Classic
This week the Screen Queens coven dissect the cult classic ‘Practical Magic.’ The hosts unpack everything from the insane details in the Owens house to the reason it was a box office flop. Lexi aka Antonia Owens, gives the Screen Queens an insider look on what it was like to be on the ‘Practical Magic’ set. From impromptu celeb visits to Nicole Kidman giving her a Barbie horse stable at the wrap party, Lexi gave us all the hot takes and heartwarming moments we needed. Then, Tess gives Maddie and Jack a crash course in manifesting and it literally is practical magic. Now the Screen Queens are ready to brew up their spells for the perfect man, and flipping pancakes like Gary Hallet is a must! Whether you’re here for Dianne Wiest, Sandra Bullock, or just to celebrate spooky season ‘Practical Magic’ is a must watch.
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Where Is The Cast Of ‘Halloweentown’ Today?
This week the Screen Queens dive broom-first into the Disney Channel Original Movie ‘Halloweentown,’ aka the movie that made every millennial hope they also had secret powers. The hosts unpack everything from Debbie Reynolds’ iconic performance as Grandma Aggie to the chaotic world of Halloweentown (why was there a ghost in a sauna?). The movie’s comically low budget, campy dialogue, and practical effects gave it charm, but exposed its flaws. Becoming a witch and living in Halloweentown was a 90s kids’ dream but 25 years later the real world looks a little more appealing. The biggest question on our minds: Was ‘Halloweentown’ actually good, or were we just kids with no taste?
Next week we’re diving into the final movie in our spooktastic lineup ‘Practical Magic.’ Watch along and let us know which Owens family member you relate to the most.
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Why The Sanderson Sisters Are The Ultimate Gay Icons
It’s time to light the Black Flame Candle because Betches Video Club is summoning ‘Hocus Pocus,’ the Halloween classic that went from box office flop to full-blown cultural phenomenon! They’re digging into why the Sanderson sisters are the ultimate gay icons, whether Bette Midler’s chaotic camp energy single-handedly carried a franchise, and why those cursed-looking teeth prosthetics are a main part of the movie’s charm.The hosts debate the sibling dynamics, questioning whether Dani might actually be the worst sister ever and if Emily was lowkey terrifying. Finally, they ask the age-old question: why did they say “virgin” so many times in a Disney movie?
Join them next week as they hop onto the magical bus and head to ‘Halloweentown’ (1998) with Marnie, Dylan, and Sophie!
#hocuspocus #betchesvideoclub #spookyseason #halloweenmovies #sandersonsisters #cultclassic #disney #bettemidler #moviepodcast #popculture
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Does 'Scary Movie' Hold Up After 20 Years?
The Screen Queens are lit-erally screaming as they kick off spooky season with the ultimate horror-comedy cult classic: Scary Movie. In this episode, they’re breaking down the cultural role of parody, debating how far is too far, and why the “gay villain” trope needs to finally retire. Jack admits he has no clue who one of the film’s biggest stars is (and that he has basically no pop culture knowledge pre-2005). They explore why the Wayans Brothers sat out the sequels, if modern viewers would get the jokes, and whether Scary Movie 6 can live up to the original madness. But the biggest question on their minds-did this movie age well, or is it gloriously frozen in early-2000s absurdity?
Next week, they’re hitching their broomsticks with a re-watch of Hocus Pocus! Watch along and let us know which Sander’s sister you’re channeling this year! At the end of October, they’ll close out Spooky Season by casting their votes for the ultimate Halloween movie of all time.
00:00 Intro
01:25 Our Irrational Fears
03:31 Wayan's Brothers lore
08:00 Hot Teens Getting Slayed
11:20 All The Tiny Little Bits You Missed
12:14 Important Lesson In Filmmaking From Scary Movie
16:00 Could This Movie Be Made Today?
20:00 Did Scary Movie Age Well?
26:40 Outro
#ScaryMovie #HorrorComedy #CultClassic #WayansBrothers #Early2000sMovies #MovieRewatch
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Think A/V club, but with more yapping, hotter takes, and zero regard for the Oscars. Hosted by four of Betches’ resident film experts (with plenty of opinions and just enough film knowledge to be dangerous), each genre-themed episode dives into a spirited showdown over the truly important cinematic questions—like who’s the throbbiest heartthrob, which sidekick earns the “Judy Greer Award for Best Best Friend,” and which film takes home the top honor: “Best Picture,” AKA the one we just couldn’t stop laughing about.
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