Should I Watch That?

Our Favorite Holiday Movies (Holiday Special)

Join Janet and Rachel for a cozy holiday special! In this episode, we are counting down our absolute favorite Christmas movies of all time.
We aren't spoiling the list here—you’ll have to listen to find out which classics (and surprises) made the cut. Grab some cocoa, settle in, and see if your favorites match ours.

Bugonia: Is Emma Stone an Alien Queen or Just a CEO? (Spoiler: It’s Complicated)

This week on Should I Watch That?, Janet and Rachel dive into the sticky, paranoid world of Yorgos Lanthimos’s latest sci-fi black comedy, Bugonia.
We’re breaking down the chaotic energy between Jesse Plemons (our favorite unhinged conspiracy theorist) and Emma Stone (the ice-cold corporate girlboss who might literally be a bug). Is this a sharp satire on how the internet broke our brains, or just two hours of screaming in a basement?
In this episode:
The Vibe Check: Does this beat Poor Things on the weird-o-meter?
The Plot: Why kidnapping your boss to save the bees is (probably) a bad HR move.
The Verdict: Is the bleak ending brilliant or just a buzzkill?
Should you watch it? Tune in to find out if this one is worth the squeeze or if it should’ve stayed in the hive.

All's Fair

Rachel and Janet take on All’s Fair, a sharp, flirty courtroom dramedy where love, ego, and strategy collide. We start spoiler-light with the hook, chemistry between the leads, and whether the case-of-the-day structure serves the bigger story. Then we dig into craft—pace, banter, needle-drops, and how the script balances stakes with swoon—plus a look at direction and production design (yes, those wood-paneled courtrooms). After a clear spoiler wall, we unpack the third-act choices, final arguments, and what the ending says about winning versus being right.

Beast in me

Claire Danes is crying again, and this time, she’s brought a friend! In this episode of Should I Watch That?, Janet and Rachel dive into Netflix’s new psychological thriller, The Beast in Me.
We’re talking about bad neighbors, worse secrets, and the undeniable chemistry between Danes and Matthew Rhys. Does this star-studded limited series deliver the thrills, or is it just another "rich people problems" drama? Tune in to find out if you should binge it or skip it!

HIM (2025)

This week, we are reviewing HIM, the Jordan Peele-produced horror thriller that turns a football training camp into a nightmare. Starring Marlon Wayans in a chilling performance, the film asks how far an athlete will go to be the best. Janet and Rachel discuss the scares, the acting, and the twisted ending. Is it worth a watch? Listen now to find out.

Frankenstein 2025

This week, Janet and Rachel are heading to the lab to review Guillermo del Toro's long-awaited, visually stunning Frankenstein.
Starring Oscar Isaac as Victor Frankenstein and Jacob Elordi as the Creature, this is not the simple monster mash you’re expecting. It’s an emotional, tragic, and sweeping epic about ambition, abandonment, and the search for love in a world that fears what it doesn't understand.
Is it a haunting masterpiece or a tragic misfire? We break it all down and give you the final verdict you've been waiting for.

The Wrong Paris

Rachel and Janet unpack The Wrong Paris, a fish-out-of-water mystery that ping-pongs between glittering France and down-home Texas. We break down the hook without spoilers, the culture-clash humor, and how the story pivots into a twisty whodunit. Then we talk performances, pacing, and whether the “two Parises” concept is more than a gimmick—plus craft notes on cinematography, score, and those postcard-ready city shots.

Halloween 2025

For our Halloween Special, Rachel and Janet marathon a stack of classics—Halloween, The Exorcist, Hocus Pocus, The Shining, Scream, and a few TV staples (looking at you, Treehouse of Horror and Buffy). We start spoiler-light with why each pick still works (or doesn’t): signature scares, vibes, and watchability with friends. Then we dig into craft—practical effects vs. CGI, iconic scores, final-girl tropes, and the magic of autumn lighting. After a clear spoiler wall, we talk best kills, favorite twists, and which versions/director’s cuts to queue. Finally, we crown the ultimate Halloween double-feature for different moods (party night, cozy nostalgia, and pure dread).

The Girlfriend

Rachel and Janet dig into The Girlfriend, a glossy true-crime/relationship thriller that asks how well we really know the person we love. We walk through the setup (spoiler-free), how the show balances romance, suspicion, and online sleuthing, and whether its interviews and evidence feel credible. We also talk pacing, soundtrack choices, and visual style—plus what it says about control, trust, and the algorithms that amplify drama. After a clear spoiler wall, we break down the final reveals and whether the last episode sticks the landing.

Monster The Ed Gein Story

Rachel and Janet take a careful, respectful look at Monster: The Ed Gein Story—a true-crime retelling of the 1950s Wisconsin case that shaped American horror. We cover what the series focuses on (investigation timeline, rural isolation, and media myth-making), what it avoids, and how responsibly it treats victims and community. We also break down pacing, archival choices, and interview credibility, then talk about why Gein’s crimes echo through films like Psycho, The Texas Chain Saw Massacre, and Silence of the Lambs—without glorifying the perpetrator. After a clear spoiler wall, we discuss the final episodes’ interpretations and where the storytelling lands.

Black Rabbit

Rachel and Janet dig into Black Rabbit, a shadowy thriller about secrets that won’t stay buried. We cover the opening hook (spoiler-free), how the mystery escalates, standout performances, and whether the tension actually pays off. Then we break down the directing, pacing, and use of sound and lighting to build dread, plus a quick chat about themes like guilt, grief, and the stories we tell ourselves. After a clear spoiler wall, we dissect the twists, the ending, and what it all means. Finally, we answer the only question that matters: Should you watch it?

Betrayal

Janet and Rachel dig into a tense drama where lies, loyalty, and self-preservation collide. They unpack how the script plants suspicion, which performances sell the double-crosses, and whether the twists feel earned or just shocking. Expect a spoiler-light talk on pacing, direction, color and score, plus their clear verdict: stream it, theater it, or skip it.Content notes: manipulation/gaslighting, infidelity, threats, brief violence.

Weapons

Janet and Rachel tackle Weapons, a tense thriller that treats violence as both spectacle and critique. They break down the set-pieces, sound design, and editing, ask whether the film glorifies or interrogates brutality, and dig into the performances and pacing—especially a polarizing final act. Expect quick comparisons to similar titles, a spoiler-light strengths/weaknesses rundown, and their trademark verdict: stream it, theater it, or skip it.Content notes: frequent threat and on-screen violence (guns/knives), unsettling imagery, brief gore.

Stalking Samantha

Janet and Rachel break down the nerve-racking stalker thriller Stalking Samantha, where anonymous DMs turn into real-world intrusions and every ping feels like a countdown. They dig into the lead performances, the film’s use of phones and security cams, the cat-and-mouse set pieces, and whether the twists play fair. Expect a candid chat about pacing (sustained tension vs. repetition), plausibility of the characters’ choices and police response, and how the ending reframes what came before.
They’ll flag light content notes (stalking, harassment, home invasion, threats, brief violence) and offer quick watch-alikes for fans of modern tech-thrillers. Finally, the verdict: stream it, theater it, or skip it—so you know exactly where Stalking Samantha lands.
 
📞 United States – Hotlines & Support
National Domestic Violence Hotline 📱 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or text “START” to 88788 🌐 thehotline.org 24/7 confidential support for anyone experiencing domestic abuse or stalking.
RAINN – Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network 📱 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) 🌐 rainn.org Nation’s largest anti–sexual violence organization; live chat available.
Stalking Prevention, Awareness, and Resource Center (SPARC) 🌐 stalkingawareness.org Education, training, and resources specific to stalking victims.
VictimConnect Resource Center 📱 1-855-4-VICTIM (1-855-484-2846) 🌐 victimconnect.org Hotline and online chat connecting victims to local services.
StrongHearts Native Helpline (for Native American communities) 📱 1-844-7NATIVE (762-8483) 🌐 strongheartshelpline.org Culturally appropriate support for Native survivors of violence.
Love Is Respect (for teens & young adults) 📱 1-866-331-9474 or text “LOVEIS” to 22522 🌐 loveisrespect.org Focus on healthy relationships, dating abuse, and stalking in youth.
🌍 International Resources
Canada – Assaulted Women’s Helpline 📱 1-866-863-0511 🌐 awhl.org
UK – National Domestic Abuse Helpline (Refuge) 📱 0808-2000-247 🌐 nationaldahelpline.org.uk
UK – Paladin National Stalking Advocacy Service 🌐 paladinservice.co.uk
Australia – 1800RESPECT 📱 1800-737-732 🌐 1800respect.org.au
International Directory 🌐 hotpeachpages.net A global directory of domestic violence hotlines and services in over 100 languages.
🧰 Other Useful Resources
Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) – ovc.ojp.gov (U.S. federal support and victim compensation programs)
End Violence Against Women International (EVAWI) – evawintl.org (training, resources, and advocacy)
National Network to End Domestic Violence (NNEDV) – nnedv.org (policy, safety planning, and resources for survivors)
⚠️ If in immediate danger, always call 911 (or your local emergency number).

Smoke

Janet and Rachel wade into the haze of Smoke (2025), a slow-burn neo-noir where secrets drift and nothing is quite what it seems. They break down how the film uses atmosphere—lighting, sound design, and that ever-present fog—to build tension, and whether the performances and script pay it off. Expect a frank chat on pacing (purposeful slow burn or just slow?), the credibility of the twists, and an ending that may divide audiences. They’ll also flag light content notes, share “if you liked X, you’ll likely enjoy this” comparisons, and give their trademark verdict: stream it, theater it, or skip it. By the end, you’ll know if this thriller truly smolders or just leaves a trace of smoke.

Together

In this episode of Should I Watch That?, Janet and Rachel dive into the heartfelt drama Together (2025). The film explores the messy, complicated beauty of human connection—how love, grief, and resilience collide when two people are forced to confront their past and imagine a shared future.
The hosts break down the movie’s emotional highs and lows, its performances, and whether the cinematic style matches the weight of its themes. Expect a mix of laughter, raw reactions, and thoughtful insights as they ask the all-important question: is Together a must-watch or a skip?

Hunting Wives

In this episode, Janet and Rachel turn their attention to the steamy thriller Hunting Wives (2025). The story unravels a tangled web of obsession, betrayal, and deadly secrets in the deep South, where appearances deceive and temptations lead to danger.
The hosts explore whether the film delivers on its suspenseful premise, how well it balances its scandalous allure with genuine tension, and whether the twists keep you hooked until the end. With their trademark blend of humor and sharp analysis, Janet and Rachel help you decide: is Hunting Wives worth the chase?

Bring Her Back

Bring Her Back: A Must-See Resurrection or Dead on Arrival?
They say you should be careful what you wish for. This week, we're reviewing the new supernatural horror film Bring Her Back. Does it deliver spine-chilling terror, or should this movie have stayed buried? We've got your spoiler-free verdict right here.

Woman In The Yard

The Woman In The Yard: Must-See Thriller or Backyard Bore?
There's a new woman in the yard... but is she who she says she is? This week, we're digging into the new Blumhouse thriller starring Danielle Deadwyler, The Woman In The Yard. We'll give you our spoiler-free verdict on whether this psychological horror is worth your time, or if you should just lock the door and stay inside.

Sinners

Guilty pleasures? This week we're getting into some real Sinners. Janet and Rachel are breaking down the good, the bad, and the frankly blasphemous of the new movie that has everyone talking.
Is the plot a miracle? 🙏 Are the characters saints? 😇 Is the ending worth the penance of watching? 😬
Press play to find out if this is your new cinematic religion or just another false idol!

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The Accountant 2

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Sirens

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Pulse

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