Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast Cade and Kit - Movie Reviewers
| Titre | Date | Durée | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Why are we here? S1E1 Cade and Kit | 02 Oct 2024 | 00:06:07 | |
You may be wondering the same thing, why are we doing this? Or maiden voyage is a sneak peak and explanation as to why we are here and what to expect from this podcast. We joke too, sometimes we can be funny. Real People Reel Reviews Before we were real people doing real reviews, we were just two friends sitting on a couch… wondering if we belonged. This week, we’re rewinding to the beginning — the night we walked into a local independent film festival expecting glitz, connection, and cinematic magic... and instead felt like high school freshmen trying to find a seat in the cafeteria. Was it awkward? Oh yeah. Was it inspiring? Weirdly… yes. 🎬 The Film Fest Origin Story – How a half-empty theater full of theater kids and improv comics launched this whole podcast. 🥲 Feeling Like Outsiders – That moment you realize everyone else in the room knows each other... and you’re just here because you love movies. 🍿 Why We Started This – We didn’t go to film school. We’re not industry insiders. We just love storytelling, vibes, and talking through what art makes us feel. 💡 Staying New – The goal? To keep our perspective honest, curious, and refreshingly unpolished. No film-snob energy here. Whether you’re deep in the industry or just vibing in the last row of a theater with a soda and a dream — this episode’s for you. Subscribe for our weekly reviews as we continue watching and rating everything from top-tier horror to cult classics and indie sleepers. 🎧 Spotify: Follow Us Here 🍏 Apple Podcasts: Subscribe Here 📸 Instagram: @cadeandkit info@CadeandKit.com Until next time...We’re Cade & Kit. We’re real people, doing real reviews. | |||
| Welcome! - Start here! | 01 Oct 2024 | 00:00:54 | |
Hello! This is a short introduction about us and why we are here! Contact: CadeandKit@gmail.com Instagram.com/cadeandkit chasingdarkproductions.com/cade-%26-kit | |||
| Little Bites & Riff Raff S1E9 Cade and Kit | 28 Nov 2024 | 00:14:13 | |
🎥 Double Feature: Little Bites & Riff Raff It’s a split-screen kind of episode! This week we’re tag-teaming two wildly different festival films: Little Bites, a female-led horror short with serious teeth (and Cher as an executive producer!), and Riff Raff, a full-on character study wrapped in grime, wit, and questionable life choices. We divided. We conquered. We snacked. Now we review. This one sneaks up on you. A young woman in the depths of depression starts feeding her boyfriend ice cream laced with sleeping meds. Why? Because there’s a monster in her basement… and he’s hungry. But plot twist: the monster doesn’t want the guy. It wants her to deal with what she’s really feeling. 🧠 Mental health meets horror🎭 Strong female leads (Chrissy Fox! Barbara Crampton!)🧟♂️ Existential dread… with sprinkles on top Produced by Cher (yes, that Cher), this is a fast, weird little gem that gives grief a grotesque face — and dares you to look it in the eye. Grimy, grounded, and kind of… charming? Riff Raff follows a down-on-his-luck guy who gets swept into someone else's spiral. Think: mid-2000s indie energy with a darker, smarter core. 🧃 The setup: a man gets drawn into a stranger’s drama🔥 The vibe: everything’s a little too hot, a little too fast💬 The takeaway: sometimes being the “helper” is its own form of denial This film has that slow-burn tension you don’t realize is building until you’re already on fire. Bonus points for humor and raw performances. 🎬 Little Bites – Executive produced by Cher🎬 Riff Raff – Dark indie with festival buzz 🍿 Cade & Kit Pairing Picks:
💬 Which one hit harder for you? DM us your double feature snack lineup — or your emotional damage scale. We’ll read it on air. Maybe. 🍦 Little Bites (Cade’s Pick)🧥 Riff Raff (Kit’s Pick) Subscribe for our weekly reviews as we continue watching and rating everything from top-tier horror to cult classics and indie sleepers. 🎧 Spotify: Follow Us Here 🍏 Apple Podcasts: Subscribe Here 📸 Instagram: @cadeandkit info@CadeandKit.com Until next time…We’re Cade & Kit. We’re real people, doing real reviews. | |||
| The Substance (film review) S1E8 Cade and Kit | 21 Nov 2024 | 00:19:11 | |
🎥 The Substance — A Body-Horror Commentary on Beauty, Aging, and Obsession This week we watched The Substance — and honestly, we’re still mentally recovering. Starring Demi Moore (who gives a career-best performance while looking unreal), this one blends body horror, surreal satire, and feminist commentary into something that’s as unsettling as it is mesmerizing. We showed up to the review in custom news anchor fits (shoutout to Revato) and made floral arrangements while unpacking a film that asks:What would you do if you could literally split off your younger, hotter self? Demi plays a 50-year-old fitness host on a fading broadcast network. Facing industry ageism and irrelevance, she turns to “The Substance” — a black-market serum that creates a younger, idealized version of herself. It’s legal. Sort of. But nothing about the process is simple… or safe. 🎭 Duality & DissociationWhat happens when your ideal self becomes your rival? The film explores how fame, beauty, and validation are addictive — and how fast it can all turn toxic. 💅 The AestheticThink neon-lit nightmare. Vintage broadcast vibes. A soft-glow horror show. The visuals are glossy and grotesque in the best way. 🧠 Real Themes Under the GoreBehind the weirdness is a sharp critique of media, vanity, and the fear of being “past your prime.” Especially for women. Especially in entertainment. 🌸 Cade & Kit Reviewed While Arranging FlowersBecause that’s the energy. And because sometimes you need beauty to balance out the brutality. This one won’t be for everyone — but if you like your horror high-concept and a little unhinged, The Substance might just be your new favorite fever dream. 🎬 The Substance – Starring Demi Moore🧥 Styled by: Revato (bespoke & bold)🎟️ Premiered wide on the festival circuit; distribution TBD 🍿 Cade & Kit Pairing Picks:
💬 Would you take The Substance? Or would you become it? Tell us your chaotic doppelgänger fantasies on IG. Subscribe for our weekly reviews as we continue watching and rating everything from top-tier horror to cult classics and indie sleepers. 🎧 Spotify: Follow Us Here 🍏 Apple Podcasts: Subscribe Here 📸 Instagram: @cadeandkit info@CadeandKit.con Until next time…We’re Cade & Kit. We’re real people, doing real reviews. | |||
| Our Film Picks, Superhero Shake-ups, and Genre Talk S1E7 Cade and Kit | 15 Nov 2024 | 00:11:53 | |
Best Films, Hot Takes & Superhero Fatigue We’re back for Part 4 of our Q&A with Producer Michael — and this round is all about what we’re loving (and side-eyeing) in the film world right now. What was the best film we’ve seen this year? What upcoming movies are giving us goosebumps? Are superhero flicks dead yet? Let’s talk about it.
🎥 What We’re Hyped For –
🦸 Superhero Fatigue? Kinda, yeah. But not entirely. We talk about why the formula is fading — and why we’d still love to see the Shadowman story from Valiant Comics make its way to screen. 🗣️ Cade & Kit = Film Nerds With Opinions We’re not just here to critique — we’re here to feel. If it moved us, you’ll hear about it. Whether you’re a festival junkie or just wondering what’s actually worth watching this year — this episode’s got the recs and the real talk. Subscribe for our weekly reviews as we continue watching and rating everything from top-tier horror to cult classics and indie sleepers. 🎧 Spotify: Follow Us Here 🍏 Apple Podcasts: Subscribe Here 📸 Instagram: @cadeandkit info@CadeandKit.com Until next time…We’re Cade & Kit. We’re real people, doing real reviews. | |||
| Real Talk on Reel History: Our Take on Film Evolution S1E6 Cade and Kit | 07 Nov 2024 | 00:19:18 | |
Film History & Culture (aka Cade & Kit Get Nerdy) Welcome to Part 3 of our Q&A series with Producer Michael — and this time we’re going full cinema studies... but make it unhinged. From Italian murder mysteries to ‘90s slashers and the rise of AI in film — this episode’s for the genre geeks, the film nerds, and anyone who’s ever debated whether practical effects still reign supreme. 🔪 Slashers to Fetish Flicks – How the genre evolved from gritty to glossy — and why Scream still slaps. 🎭 Giallo, Not Shallow – A love letter to gloved killers, broken mirrors, and stylish “whodunnit” tension in 1970s Italian cinema. (And no, Kit is not shallow, thank you.) 🤖 How Film Has Evolved – From single-camera shoots to AI-assisted visuals — technology has made things shinier, faster, but maybe not always better? 🎬 Why We Still Love the Old Stuff – There’s just something about a fog machine and a weird synth soundtrack… This ep is for the film fans who love deep cuts, dated vibes, and strong opinions. 🕶️ Favorite Era of Film? – 1985–1995, no contest. Give us the color, the chaos, the practical gore, the neon weirdness. Also... Cade says Italian giallo thrillers are their whole personality now. Subscribe for our weekly reviews as we continue watching and rating everything from top-tier horror to cult classics and indie sleepers. 🎧 Spotify: Follow Us Here 🍏 Apple Podcasts: Subscribe Here 📸 Instagram: @cadeandkit info@CadeandKit.com Until next time…We’re Cade & Kit. We’re real people, doing real reviews. | |||
| From Script to Screen: Honest Movie Assessments S1E5 Cade and Kit | 01 Nov 2024 | 00:14:50 | |
We’re back with Part 2 of our sit-down Q&A with Producer Michael — and this time, we’re breaking down how we approach film as “real people.” Not critics. Not insiders. Just two folks with popcorn and opinions. It’s: Did the story make sense? Did it feel good? Did we care? 🛠️ Yes, We Know the Craft – We’ve worked with cinematographers and editors. We know why certain things are done. But we also know most audiences don’t care about the specs — they care about the feels. 👀 Real People Reviews – Our philosophy? If you’re going to an indie or festival screening as just a person (not a film school grad), what’s your reaction? 🌄 Beautiful Visuals Are a Bonus – A stunning shot is great, but if the story flops, it won’t save the film. 🎧 Cade & Kit Unfiltered – No film-snob energy here. We’re talking gut reactions, first impressions, and why accessibility matters. 🎬 What Do We Focus On First? – It’s not the lighting. It’s not the color grading. It’s not the camera angle. Subscribe for our weekly reviews as we continue watching and rating everything from top-tier horror to cult classics and indie sleepers. 🎧 Spotify: Follow Us Here 🍏 Apple Podcasts: Subscribe Here 📸 Instagram: @cadeandkit info@CadeandKit.com Until next time…We’re Cade & Kit. We’re real people, doing real reviews. | |||
| BTS Film interests S1E4 Cade and Kit | 24 Oct 2024 | 00:17:25 | |
This week, we’re flipping the script. Instead of reviewing a film, we’re reviewing… ourselves. Producer Michael sat down with us to ask 10 questions all about our personal film histories, what we look for in a great movie, and how this whole “real people doing real reviews” thing even started. (And yes — it gets chaotic. And charming. And maybe a little weird.) 🍿 What Makes a Good Film? – Pacing, acting, worldbuilding, emotional punch — we share what makes us lean in… or check out. 🎬 Favorite Genres – Horror. Thrillers. Weird indies with ambiguous endings. Cade’s all about the vibes, and Kit loves anything with depth and darkness. 🧠 Why We Review – It’s not about being right. It’s about being real. We’re just two people feeling feelings and talking through art. 🎧 Producer Michael Hosts – 10 questions. Endless tangents. Occasional wisdom. 🎞️ First Movie Memories – From Reservoir Dogs to Gumby: The Movie (no, seriously), we go back to where it all began. Subscribe for our weekly reviews as we continue watching and rating everything from top-tier horror to cult classics and indie sleepers. 🎧 Spotify: Follow Us Here 🍏 Apple Podcasts: Subscribe Here 📸 Instagram: @cadeandkit info@CadeandKit.com Until next time…We’re Cade & Kit. We’re real people, doing real reviews. | |||
| The Last Of The Sea Women (film review) S1E3 Cade and Kit | 17 Oct 2024 | 00:17:00 | |
🎥 We just watched The Last of the Sea Women — and we did it while carving pumpkins. Because what pairs better with sharp knives than a deeply emotional documentary about aging Korean free divers? This is part two of our fall mini-series, and this one hit us square in the chest. Quietly powerful. Unexpectedly moving. And yes… Cade cried. 🎬 Malala’s Production House – Produced by Extracurricular Productions, founded by Malala Yousafzai. It’s giving power to stories that need to be told — and this one is unforgettable. 📷 Cinematic Stillness – With sweeping underwater shots and soft interviews, the documentary captures exhaustion, dignity, tradition, and quiet strength. 🧜♀️ No Glam, All Grit – These women aren’t doing it for legacy or attention — they’re doing it because it’s who they are. And it’s beautiful. 🎃 Pumpkin Carving Energy – We reviewed this while wielding kitchen knives and munching chips. The vibe was chaotic. The movie? Anything but. If you’re the type to skip docs — don’t skip this one. If you need something grounding and human — watch this now. If your grandma ever taught you how to be tough and tender at the same time — this will hit home. 🎬 The Last of the Sea Women – TIFF Premiere📽️ Produced by Extracurricular Productions🎞️ Directed with a ton of care (even if we butchered the name) 🍿 Cade & Kit Pairing Picks:
💬 What’s a documentary that cracked you open?Let us know. We love stories that stick with you. 🌊 The Haenyeo Sisterhood – A group of aging women from Jeju Island, South Korea, who dive without oxygen tanks to harvest seafood and support their families. This is the final generation of these sea women — and their story is disappearing with them. Subscribe for our weekly reviews as we continue watching and rating everything from top-tier horror to cult classics and indie sleepers. 🎧 Spotify: Follow Us Here 🍏 Apple Podcasts: Subscribe Here 📸 Instagram: @cadeandkit info@CadeandKit.com Until next time…We’re Cade & Kit. We’re real people, doing real reviews. | |||
| In A Violent Nature (film review) S1E2 Cade and Kit | 09 Oct 2024 | 00:20:21 | |
🎥 We just watched In a Violent Nature — a slow-burn, ultra-minimalist slasher that flips the script on traditional horror by showing everything from the killer’s POV. Set deep in the woods of Canada and filmed with eerie stillness, this one had us asking: “Is this horror… or a nature documentary with body parts?” There’s very little dialogue. No real backstory. Just long, quiet shots of trees, creeks, rustling leaves… and a dead-eyed man in a rusty mask walking toward you. Slowly. Very slowly. But wow — when it hits, it hits hard. 🍁 Canadian Core – Shot entirely in Canada, which made us feel oddly patriotic (and terrified). 🔨 Brutal Kills – The gore is sparse but memorable. You’ll never look at a logging hook the same way again. 🕯️ Minimalist Mood – Sparse sound design. Long silences. Almost meditative. But don’t relax too much. 🎞️ Indie Aesthetic – Low budget? Maybe. But it works. This is art-house horror at its finest. Was it terrifying? Not really.Was it unsettling, stylish, and strangely beautiful? Absolutely. In a Violent Nature doesn’t scream at you — it just walks slowly through the woods until you can’t breathe. 🎬 In a Violent Nature – Premiered at Sundance📍 Filmed in Canada🎟️ Distribution details TBD, sequel teased 👀 🍿 Cade & Kit Pairing Picks:
💬 What did you think of this film?Too slow? Too smart? The future of horror? Tell us everything on social. 🌲 A Killer's POV – What if Jason Voorhees was the main character? That’s the unsettling beauty of this film. Subscribe for our weekly reviews as we continue watching and rating everything from top-tier horror to cult classics and indie sleepers. 🎧 Spotify: Follow Us Here 🍏 Apple Podcasts: Subscribe Here 📸 Instagram: @cadeandkit info@CadeandKit.com Until next time...We’re Cade & Kit. We’re real people, doing real reviews. | |||
| Parvulos and Making Soup (film review) S1E10 Cade and Kit | 05 Dec 2024 | 00:24:31 | |
🎥 Párvulos — Post-Apocalyptic Stillness, Survival, and Soup This week, we’re reviewing Párvulos — a film that’s quiet, emotional, and weirdly nourishing. We first saw it at the Fantastic Fest in Austin, and then caught it again at the Calgary Independent Film Festival — and it hit just as hard the second time. Also… we made soup during this review. Because in one of the film’s early moments, soup is shared. Slowly. Sadly. Quietly. So we honored the vibe by cooking vegetable stock while talking about one of the most grounded post-apocalyptic stories we’ve seen in a long time. Párvulos is set in a world that's fallen apart, but it doesn’t rely on explosions or chaos. Instead, it lingers in the slow aftermath — focusing on small human moments, makeshift survival, and what it means to keep caring for others when the world gives up. 🥕 Found family in a ruined world🫙 Beautiful minimalism — sparse dialogue, tight framing🔥 One pot of soup = the emotional center of an entire scene This isn’t high-concept apocalypse — it’s raw, lived-in, almost meditative. The camera lingers. The silences are full. The emotional pacing is so slow, it kind of hurts in a good way. 🎬 Directed by Isaac Berrocal — who, by the way, is absolutely one to watch💡 From lighting to tone, it nails “gentle dread”🎭 You feel like you’re intruding on something deeply human We’ll say it: Párvulos made us want to take better care of people. Even if that just means handing them soup in the quiet. 🎬 Párvulos – Directed by Isaac Berrocal🎟️ Screened at Fantastic Fest (Austin) & Calgary Independent Film Festival 🍿 Cade & Kit Pairing Picks:
💬 What’s the quietest film that ever gutted you? Tell us about it. Bonus points if soup was involved. Subscribe for our weekly reviews as we continue watching and rating everything from top-tier horror to cult classics and indie sleepers. 🎧 Spotify: Follow Us Here 🍏 Apple Podcasts: Subscribe Here 📸 Instagram: @cadeandkit info@CadeandKit.com Until next time…We’re Cade & Kit. We’re real people, doing real reviews. | |||
| Wicked (film review) S1E11 Cade and Kit | 12 Dec 2024 | 00:08:35 | |
🎥 Wicked — Big Sets, Big Songs, Big Runtime We just walked out of Wicked at Landmark Cinemas in Calgary — like, literally walked out, hit record, and started talking. So if we sound winded… we kind of are. This one was a lot. Nearly 3 hours long (plus popcorn breaks), and packed with color, lore, and a whole lot of Elphaba. This isn’t an indie. It’s not a doc. But it is a cultural moment — so we’re giving it the full Cade & Kit treatment anyway. Wicked rewinds the clock on The Wizard of Oz, telling the untold story of the “Wicked” Witch of the West — and how she wasn’t so wicked after all. 🧪 Friendship, betrayal, and magical politics🌈 Prequel energy that actually works💔 One part fantasy, one part heartbreak, all Broadway If you know the musical, it holds up. If you don’t… it still mostly makes sense. The emotional core? Solid. The plot? A bit packed, but not incoherent. They cast big. And mostly, it paid off. ✨ Standouts: The leads carried it with gravitas and vocal chops🎤 Emotional beats landed — even in the most glitter-drenched moments👠 A few scenes felt stretched (hi, Act II), but the payoffs were strong We saw this in a full theater. The kind where people whisper-sing during the big numbers and gasp at the reveals. It's a vibe. The production is massive — from costumes to lighting — and there’s no denying this thing was made for the big screen. But yeah… it’s long. Don’t skip the snacks. 🎬 Wicked – Major studio release📍 Seen at Landmark Cinemas, Calgary📅 Runtime: About 2h 40m + trailers 🍿 Cade & Kit Pairing Picks:
💬 Did Wicked defy your expectations or feel like Oz fanfic with a budget? Let us know what hit (or missed) for you. Subscribe for our weekly reviews as we continue watching and rating everything from top-tier horror to cult classics and indie sleepers. 🎧 Spotify: Follow Us Here 🍏 Apple Podcasts: Subscribe Here 📸 Instagram: @cadeandkit info@CadeandKit.com Until next time…We’re Cade & Kit. We’re real people, doing real reviews. | |||
| About Season 2! Cade and Kit | 20 Feb 2025 | 00:04:08 | |
🎙️ Season 2: We’re Back, Baby (And Headed to Europe) We’re Cade & Kit — and we’re back for Season 2 of Real People Doing Real Reviews.This year? We’re going deeper, darker, and more genre than ever. In this kickoff episode, we’re laying out what’s ahead: our genre pivot, our travel plans (hello, Europe!), and a rapid-fire breakdown of our 2024 Top 13 — what landed, what flopped, and what we think you should actually make time for. 🧭 What’s New in Season 2?
And yes, we still can't say the word “horror” without laughing. It's fine. We’re fine. 🔙 The 2024 Rewind – Our Top 13 We’ll deep-dive into each one in upcoming episodes, but here’s a taste of what made the list (and why some picks had us confused, curious, or straight-up disappointed). Some were festival darlings. Some had huge names. Some? No idea how they made it in. 💀 Which ones hit emotionally👎 Which ones felt overhyped🧠 Which ones still haunt us (in a good way) And now that it’s 2025 — most of these are easier to stream, rent, or find online. So if you're catching up, this list is a great place to start. 🎬 Season 2 Is About Vibe & VisionWe’re still doing floral arrangements, watching screeners, and processing plot twists in real time.But now? With more structure. More reach. More risk. Season 2 is about growing up without selling out. 🍿 Cade & Kit Pairing Picks:
💬 What do you want more of this season? What makes a review real for you? Drop us a DM — we’re reading all of them. Subscribe for our weekly reviews as we continue watching and rating everything from top-tier horror to cult classics and indie sleepers. 🎧 Spotify: Follow Us Here 🍏 Apple Podcasts: Subscribe Here 📸 Instagram: @cadeandkit info@CadeandKit.com Until next time…We’re Cade & Kit. We’re real people, doing real reviews. | |||
| Are you going to CUFF? (The Calgary Underground Film Festival) Cade and Kit | 27 Feb 2025 | 00:05:05 | |
🎥 CUFF Love: Calgary Underground Film Festival Shoutout This week’s episode isn’t a movie review — it’s a love letter. To CUFF. The Calgary Underground Film Festival (April 17–27, 2025) is where it all started for us. Cade & Kit didn’t exist as a podcast, a brand, or a duo until CUFF welcomed us in, showed us how a genre festival should run, and gave us our first real seat at the indie horror table. We’ve traveled. We’ve gone international. We’ve hit major screenings and weird little basement premieres. But CUFF? That’s home. 🎬 What Makes CUFF Special
Whether it’s a creepy cabin slasher, a moody western, or something completely bonkers with zero dialogue and a guy in a goat mask — CUFF has it. 🌲 CUFF + Season 2 = Vibes This season, we’re diving into the top genre films of 2024, and previewing what’s coming in 2025. CUFF is the perfect place to spot those future cult classics before they blow up. We’re talking small distributors, big feelings, and the kind of slow-burn brilliance you only find when the popcorn’s slightly stale and the Q&A is lit. 🎟️ Expect surprise hits.🎤 Thoughtful post-film discussions.💀 And at least one movie that will emotionally ruin you in a way you kind of love. 🎬 Calgary Underground Film Festival📍 April 17–27, 2025🌐 CalgaryUndergroundFilm.org🖤 Homegrown, genre-forward, and the official birthplace of Cade & Kit 🍿 Cade & Kit Pairing Picks:
💬 Are you hitting CUFF this year? Got a rec from last year that stuck with you? Tell us. Bonus points if it was weird. Subscribe for our weekly reviews as we continue watching and rating everything from top-tier horror to cult classics and indie sleepers. 🎧 Spotify: Follow Us Here 🍏 Apple Podcasts: Subscribe Here 📸 Instagram: @cadeandkit info@CadeandKit.com Until next time…We’re Cade & Kit. We’re real people, doing real reviews. | |||
| Strange Darling (film review) S2E2 Cade and Kit | 13 Mar 2025 | 00:30:16 | |
🎥 Strange Darling — Chapters, Chaos & a Serial Killer Twist We’re back with Week 2 of our “Top 13 Genre Films of 2024” — and this time, we’re watching Strange Darling. Streaming now on Amazon Prime, this slick little indie surprised us with both its form and its story. It’s nonlinear. It’s stylish. It’s artsy.And yes — it tricked us. Which, as reviewers, doesn’t happen often. 🔪 The Premise Based on true events (which, we’ll admit, we immediately Googled), the film imagines the final run of encounters between a serial killer and a would-be victim. But here’s the catch: it’s told in six chapters… and not in order. 🎬 Chapter Three starts first.🧠 You’re instantly disoriented.💥 You think you know who the killer is. You don’t. The whole film is a psychological shell game — and it plays dirty in the best way. 🌀 Why It Works Strange Darling trusts its audience. There’s no voiceover, no exposition dump. Just sharp performances, moody cinematography, and a storyline that keeps looping in on itself until the reveal clicks. 🖼️ It's got that Sundance-with-a-body-count vibe🎭 The two leads are giving A24-level nuance📖 Structure nerds will have a field day Also: that ending. No spoilers, but it left us both staring at the screen like “wait, wait… rewind that.” Strange Darling feels like a short story that grew fangs. It’s small, contained, but deceptively rich — and the kind of film that’ll quietly linger for days after you hit stop. 🎬 Strange Darling – Streaming on Amazon Prime🎞️ Written & Directed by JT Mollner⏱️ Runtime: 96 tight, tense minutes 🍿 Cade & Kit Pairing Picks:
💬 Did Strange Darling trick you too? Or did you call it by Chapter 2? Tell us how wrong (or right) you were in the DMs. Subscribe for our weekly reviews as we continue watching and rating everything from top-tier horror to cult classics and indie sleepers. 🎧 Spotify: Follow Us Here 🍏 Apple Podcasts: Subscribe Here 📸 Instagram: @cadeandkit info@CadeandKit.com Until next time…We’re Cade & Kit. We’re real people, doing real reviews. | |||
| Immaculate (film review) S2E1 Cade and Kit | 06 Mar 2025 | 00:32:03 | |
🎥 Immaculate — Church, Science, and One Hell of a Twist We’re kicking off our “Top 13 Horror Films of 2024” series with Immaculate — a high-gloss, high-stakes religious horror thriller that’s currently streaming on Amazon Prime. We watched it at home. Popcorn in hand. Eyes wide open. This one? Surprised us. ✝️ The Premise A young American nun (played by Sydney Sweeney) joins a secluded convent in Italy — a picturesque place with Gothic hallways, marble statues, and secrets you can feel in your bones. She’s there to serve. To heal. To be devout.But when she wakes up pregnant — and no one’s owning up to how or why — things unravel. 🩸 Religious dogma meets medical horror🧪 Themes of science vs. faith, purity vs. control😱 Conspiracy, containment, and a truly wild final act 🎭 Why It Works Sydney Sweeney carries this one. She’s vulnerable but strong, fragile but sharp. The visuals are rich, the score is haunting, and the pacing? Surprisingly effective. You think you know where it’s going… then it takes a left turn into “wait WHAT.” 📚 Based on a novel (yep, this is an adaptation)🧠 Great for fans of Rosemary’s Baby and Saint Maud⚡ Big ending energy. We won’t spoil it, but wow. Immaculate doesn’t try to reinvent horror — it just does what it does very well. Tension, aesthetics, betrayal, blood… and a final scene that’ll live rent-free in your brain for days. 🎬 Immaculate – Directed by Michael Mohan🎥 Starring Sydney Sweeney📺 Streaming on Amazon Prime 🍿 Cade & Kit Pairing Picks:
💬 Did this one land in your top horror picks of the year? Or was it all mood, no meat? Let us know what twisted you the most. Subscribe for our weekly reviews as we continue watching and rating everything from top-tier horror to cult classics and indie sleepers. 🎧 Spotify: Follow Us Here 🍏 Apple Podcasts: Subscribe Here 📸 Instagram: @cadeandkit info@CadeandKit.com Until next time…We’re Cade & Kit. We’re real people, doing real reviews. | |||
| SPECIAL: Blackbag (film review) Cade and Kit | 27 Mar 2025 | 00:16:04 | |
🎥 We just got back from Cineplex VIP in Calgary, comfy heated seats, food delivered to your chair (chef’s kiss), and we sat down to check out Black Bag, the latest so-called thriller that's been getting high reviews online. So naturally, we had to see what the hype was about. Turns out… we weren’t completely sold. The film opens on a married couple working in what appears to be a covert government agency (think CIA/FBI vibes). When a colleague tips off the husband that his wife is one of five suspects involved in a top-secret security breach, he does what any devoted husband would do… He sets up a dinner party to play a lie-detection game. 😬 What unfolds is a slow-burning web of internal espionage, office politics, betrayal, adultery, and a lot of tense conversations. It’s a film where everyone’s hiding something — except maybe the couple, who seem too perfect to be true. Casting was strong. Shout out to Cate Blanchett and Pierce Brosnan for elevating the material. Beautiful set design — the home and office interiors were believable and lush. Character dynamics had depth — the couple was clearly written to be smarter than everyone else in the room, and we loved seeing that play out. Great drama for those who enjoy layered dialogue and manipulation. Thriller? Not quite.If you're looking for a heart-pounding spy movie, this ain't it. The thrills were replaced with... mostly well-dressed talking. Over-commercialization.Audi. Mercedes. KitchenAid. If product placement had a starring role, it’d be in the credits. Minimal action.We left wanting at least one solid fight scene, but all we got was a gunshot (barely shown) and a thumb injury. Yeah. 🎤 Fun moment: As we were leaving, a fellow moviegoer said, “It’s like Mr. & Mrs. Smith… without the action.”Not our words — but we can’t disagree. 🎭 Drama: 7/10 🎬 Acting: 7/10 💥 Thrill Factor: 3/10 🧠 Story: 5/10 🧼 Subtlety in Branding: 2/10 🎯 Overall Rating: 5.5/10 It’s not trash, but it’s not our top pick either. If you're into dark, corporate drama with espionage undertones and minimal violence, give it a shot. But if you're looking for that high-energy thriller experience? 👀 Wait for streaming. 📺 Where to Watch: 🎬 Cineplex VIP(Coming soon to streaming – check back for updates) Subscribe for our weekly reviews as we continue watching and rating everything from top-tier horror to cult classics and indie sleepers. 🎧 Spotify: Follow Us Here 🍏 Apple Podcasts: Subscribe Here 📸 Instagram: @cadeandkit info@CadeandKit.com 💬 Tell us your thoughts!Have you seen Black Bag? Agree or disagree? Let us know on socials or leave a review. Until next time…We’re Cade & Kit. We’re real people, doing real reviews. | |||
| Humane (film review) S2E3 Cade and Kit | 20 Mar 2025 | 00:31:51 | |
🎥 Humane — Climate Collapse, Cronenberg Vibes & Family Betrayal We’re three deep into our “Top 13 Genre Films of 2024” and this week we’re talking about Humane — a slick, unsettling, and surprisingly emotional sci-fi horror flick now streaming on Amazon Prime. Directed by Caitlin Cronenberg (yes, that Cronenberg family), this one has major festival polish and a premise that feels... way too close for comfort. 🌍 The Premise The Earth is cooked. The oceans are rising. Resources are scarce.To survive? The government’s implemented a “voluntary” euthanasia program to reduce the global population by 30%. When a well-connected family gathers for dinner, things spiral. Fast. 🍽️ Think Succession meets Snowpiercer⚰️ “Voluntary” becomes... not so voluntary🧨 Old secrets + global crisis = one intense night The entire film takes place over 24 hours in a single mansion, which makes the claustrophobia real. Add in some sharp direction, smart cuts, and moral gray zones — and you’ve got a tight, darkly funny, deeply disturbing genre piece. 🧬 Why It Works It’s not trying to be action-packed or effects-heavy. This is high-concept horror done with precision and character tension. Everyone has something to hide. Everyone is trying to survive. And the reveal on who’s going to be “sacrificed”? Brutal. 🎬 Caitlin Cronenberg delivers — style, tone, pacing, all on point🎭 Strong ensemble cast, each with a slightly different brand of panic📉 The satire is sharp — especially around class and media optics Also, bonus: it’s Canadian. We’re in Canada right now. So this felt... right. Humane doesn’t scream. It whispers something terrifying — and asks if you’d still consider yourself “good” when survival is on the line. 🎬 Humane – Streaming on Amazon Prime🎥 Directed by Caitlin Cronenberg🍁 Telefilm-supported (we see you, Canada) 🍿 Cade & Kit Pairing Picks:
💬 Would you volunteer? Or would you manipulate your way out? Tell us your “Humane” morality score. Subscribe for our weekly reviews as we continue watching and rating everything from top-tier horror to cult classics and indie sleepers. 🎧 Spotify: Follow Us Here 🍏 Apple Podcasts: Subscribe Here 📸 Instagram: @cadeandkit info@CadeandKit.com Until next time…We’re Cade & Kit. We’re real people, doing real reviews. | |||
| Oddity (film review) S2E5 Cade and Kit | 10 Apr 2025 | 00:31:22 | |
🎥 Oddity — Isolation, Ghosts & a Wooden Man at the Table Coming in at #8 on our “Top 13 Genre Films of 2024” list is Oddity — a horror-thriller that surprised us with smart pacing, grounded characters, and more than a few jump scares. Distributed by Shudder and IFC Films, it’s streaming now on Amazon Prime and AMC+. We watched this one in a hotel room (perfect vibes), and it gave us ghosts, grief, and a wooden mannequin that might be cursed. Let’s get into it. 🪵 The Premise A woman is brutally murdered while renovating an isolated stone house she shares with her husband — a psychologist working in a nearby mental institution. A year later, her blind twin sister (who owns an oddities shop and can see the past by touching objects) shows up with a crate... and some unresolved questions. 🔪 Grief meets clairvoyance📸 A time-lapse camera catches something terrifying👁️ A glass eye reveals the truth — and it’s not what it seems From a tense first act to a full-circle supernatural showdown, Oddity nails the eerie energy without relying on gore. And when the scares hit? They hit. 👻 What Worked for Us
And we loved the blend of supernatural logic with grounded tension. The clairvoyant sister never felt over-explained — it just worked. It’s one of those rare horror films that gives you mystery, emotional payoff, and a haunted figurine that’s both weird and deeply upsetting. Would we open the door for a stranger with a glass eye warning us we’re not alone?We’d like to say no. But... we’re real people. 🎬 Oddity – Streaming now🎥 Distributed by Shudder & IFC Films📺 Available on Amazon Prime & AMC+ 🍿 Cade & Kit Pairing Picks:
💬 Have you ever seen a horror movie that made you rethink how you’d react in real life? DM us. We want the honest truth. Subscribe for our weekly reviews as we continue watching and rating everything from top-tier horror to cult classics and indie sleepers. 🎧 Spotify: Follow Us Here 🍏 Apple Podcasts: Subscribe Here 📸 Instagram: @cadeandkit info@CadeandKit.com Until next time…We’re Cade & Kit. We’re real people, doing real reviews. | |||
| I Saw The TV Glow (film review) S2E4 Cade and Kit | 03 Apr 2025 | 00:17:03 | |
🎥 I Saw the TV Glow — Weird, Emotional, and Possibly Brilliant (??) Let’s just say it: We’re not sure what we just watched. This week, we’re reviewing I Saw the TV Glow — one of the most abstract, indie-core, polarizing films we’ve covered in a while. It’s emotional. It’s eerie. It’s confusing. And somehow… it landed in our Top 13 Genre Films of 2024. Was it horror? Sci-fi? A metaphor? A breakdown in real time? We honestly couldn’t tell — but we have theories. 📺 The Premise A teenage boy forms a friendship with an older emo girl who introduces him to a cult late-night TV show. She disappears. He grows up. Ten years later, she reappears claiming… they’ve been inside the TV show the whole time. Wait — what? 🌀 It’s not a plot twist. That’s the start of the movie.🎭 Cue emotional breakdowns, surreal visuals, and lingering trauma🧠 Themes of creativity, gender identity, disassociation, and queer longing 🎭 What’s Actually Happening? We’re still debating. Option A: It’s a deeply personal metaphor for creatives who never got to create. For those who feel more “real” inside fiction than real life.Option B: It’s a dreamy, metaphor-heavy exploration of gender identity, asexuality, and societal suppression.Option C: It’s nonsense that feels like it should mean something. Also: There’s a talking LG TV box. A heavy metal bar. A weirdly touching song. And a monologue that might be genius or a fever dream. 🧠 Final Verdict It’s not “fun.”It’s not traditionally horror.It is unforgettable — in a “why is my chest tight?” kind of way. 🎬 I Saw the TV Glow – Official A24 Film🎥 Produced by Emma Stone🎟️ In select theaters — streaming TBD 🍿 Cade & Kit Pairing Picks:
💬 Was this a metaphor for queer identity? A creative’s internal monologue? A Sundance trap? Tell us what you saw glowing on your screen — we’re genuinely curious. Subscribe for our weekly reviews as we continue watching and rating everything from top-tier horror to cult classics and indie sleepers. 🎧 Spotify: Follow Us Here 🍏 Apple Podcasts: Subscribe Here 📸 Instagram: @cadeandkit info@CadeandKit.com Until next time…We’re Cade & Kit. We’re real people, doing real reviews. | |||
| Milk and Serial (film review) S2E6 Cade and Kit | 17 Apr 2025 | 00:19:49 | |
🎥 Milk and Serial — DIY Horror, Deadpan Psychopaths & Brick-Wielding Chaos Coming in at #7 on our “Top 13 Horror Films of 2024” list is Milk and Cereal — a wild little microbudget feature made for just $800 and currently streaming for free on YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pbzGQ1lszv4 Yes. $800. Written, directed, and shot by a pair of YouTubers, the film uses lo-fi aesthetics, found-footage energy, and a deeply unhinged villain to build a story that somehow works... even when the blood looks like cherry syrup and the camera won’t sit still. 🎬 The Premise Two best friends run a prank YouTube channel. One is called Milk. The other is Seven (he’s the seventh Steve they’ve known). On the surface, it’s all jokes — fake gunshots, birthday cake reveals, and hidden cameras. But Milk has a darker plan. 🔪 One prank reveals another, and suddenly we’re in serial killer territory📼 The whole film plays out through handhelds and home setups🎭 A twisted YouTuber double-life unfolds — equal parts Blair Witch and Deadstream, with darker undertones It’s weird. It’s disturbing. It’s smart in places. And one scene — a brick monologue — is straight-up haunting. 🧠 What Worked
You can feel the limitations — but you also see the potential. It’s not a perfect film. It’s shaky. It’s rough. But it’s one of the most memorable viewing experiences we’ve had this year. And if this is the start? We’ll be watching what these filmmakers do next — hopefully with real funding. 🎬 Milk and Cereal – Streaming free on YouTube📽️ Directed by a pair of YouTubers-turned-filmmakers📊 Budget: $800 (yes, really) 🍿 Cade & Kit Pairing Picks:
💬 What’s the best microbudget horror you’ve seen? And could you make a movie for $800? Let us know. Or pitch us your fake YouTube channel ideas. We’re listening. 🎧 Spotify 🍏 Apple Podcasts info@CadeandKit.com | |||
| The Coffee Table (film review) S2E7 Cade and Kit | 24 Apr 2025 | 00:36:47 | |
🎬 The Coffee Table: The Most Devastating Film We’ve Reviewed Yet Technically horror. Emotionally wrecking. You’ve been warned. We usually come into these reviews ready to debate plot holes, argue about genre tropes, and recommend snacks. This one’s different. The Coffee Table isn’t just dark. It’s devastating. It’s the kind of film that leaves you physically sick, not because of what it shows — but because of what it forces you to feel. A slow, domestic spiral into trauma, denial, and irreversible loss, told with such restraint that by the time it breaks you, you’re already broken. This is the most emotionally intense entry we’ve covered in the Top 13 Horror Films of 2024, sitting at #7 — and streaming now on Shudder and AMC+. 📹 The Premise: A Baby, a Table, a Tragedy A couple brings home their newborn baby and a hideous glass coffee table with gold naked-lady legs. Yes, seriously. That’s the setup. What starts as an argument over bad taste becomes something unimaginable. Mom steps out for the first time since the birth. Dad’s left with the baby, mid-assembly of the unbreakable coffee table. He’s exhausted, frustrated, trying to soothe his crying son — and then the unthinkable happens. The glass shatters.The crying stops.And suddenly, we are not in comedy-drama territory anymore. 🎥 The Format: Domestic Horror, Shot with Surgical Precision The entire film is set in their modest apartment. The camera stays close, sometimes too close. There’s nowhere to escape — not for the characters, and definitely not for the audience. The tension isn’t jump-scare scary. It’s real-life horror — watching someone spiral after an irreversible mistake. Watching denial, grief, and guilt build until it’s unbearable. The acting is terrifyingly good. The scene where the father changes the baby’s diaper — after the accident — is one of the most haunting portrayals of shock we’ve ever seen. ✅ What Makes It Work
⚠️ What Doesn’t Land
💸 Should It Have a Bigger Budget? Honestly, no. The claustrophobia, the raw camera work, the silence — it all works because it’s small. Bigger budget might’ve dulled the blade. 🎯 The Verdict A brutal, beautiful meditation on grief, responsibility, and the unbearable weight of love. The Coffee Table is less about jump scares and more about emotional collapse — and it absolutely earns its place on the top horror list, even if it sits closer to drama than dread. Kit: 8.5/10 — “I believed it. I felt it. I’ll lose sleep over it.”Cade: 6.5/10 — “Great cinema, but more grief-core than horror for me.” 📺 Where to Watch Streaming now on Shudder and AMC+.But seriously: do not go into this lightly.You need emotional padding and possibly a hug after. 🍿 Pair This Movie With...
🎤 We’re Cade & Kit. Real People. Real Reviews.And this one broke us a little. 🎧 Spotify 📸 Instagram info@CadeandKit.com | |||
| Season 2 Recap S2E13 Cade and Kit | 17 Jul 2025 | 00:24:45 | |
We made it to the end of Season 2. Thirteen horror films, dozens of emotional reactions, and at least two scream-induced shivers later, Cade & Kit are looking back at the creepiest, wildest, most memorable genre entries of 2024 — and handing out their personal top 3. This episode isn't just a ranking — it's a conversation about how horror keeps surprising us. From micro-budget debuts to A-list creature features, Season 2 gave us a full spectrum of weird, wild, and WTF. Some films challenged our expectations, others broke our hearts, and one gave us permanent shrimp-sound trauma (thanks, Substance). Cade & Kit rewatch, relive, and roast their way through all 13 horror picks from 2024 — from Immaculate to Longlegs — with candid reactions, surprising takeaways, and a deep dive into what genre storytelling really demands. Season recap episode featuring real-time reflections, ranking rehashes, and the reveal of Cade & Kit’s personal top 3 horror picks of the year. The raw honesty. From “that was napworthy” to “I still don’t want to talk about The Coffee Table,” Cade & Kit go beyond plot points and into what stuck emotionally — character depth, sound design, pacing, and how different horror subgenres hit differently. We loved the tension between Cade’s hunger for craft and Kit’s growing genre appreciation. Also: hilarious as always.
🍿 Pair This Episode With...— Snack: Cold shrimp cocktail (if you know, you know)— Drink: Something blood red in a wine glass, just to keep it spooky— Activity: Re-rank your own horror list while arguing with your film club bestie Thanks for joining us all season long. Season 3 will be very different — and we can’t wait to tell you more. Until then, follow @cadeandkit for more weird gems, weirder takes, and maybe a few non-horror surprises. 💀 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kaH2BpUcEouX5LWCUQ7ed?si=ff1e2b355c5944e1 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cade-and-kit/id1771553610 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/cadeandkit https://Blog.cadeandkit.com info@CadeandKit.com | |||
| Longlegs (film review) S2E12 Cade and Kit | 10 Jul 2025 | 00:26:11 | |
It’s 1974. A cryptic serial killer known only as Long Legs is leaving behind a string of murders tied to occult symbols and coded messages. Enter FBI agent Lee Harker (Maika Monroe), an intuitive and emotionally reserved profiler whose connection to the case runs deeper than expected. As the bodies pile up, Harker must navigate her own past, psychic intuition, and a very real evil to stop a killer that might not be entirely human. 🎥 The Format Directed by Osgood Perkins, Long Legs leans fully into analog dread. It’s a retro-styled procedural horror film soaked in grainy film textures, oppressive stillness, and surreal editing. Think Zodiac meets Hereditary, with Nicolas Cage showing up in a deeply disturbing third-act reveal as the titular killer — more demon than man. There’s not a ton of dialogue. And the quiet? It’s weaponized. Scenes hang just a beat too long, or cut away just before resolution, making you sit in the discomfort. And it works. ✅ What Makes It Work The atmosphere is masterfully crafted. Cade called it “true analog horror” — and not in the jump-scare, VHS-core way. It’s slow evil. The film uses silence, shadow, and suggestion to dig under your skin. Kit was especially struck by how the movie forces you to feel what Harker feels without spoon-feeding exposition. You’re as unsettled and unsure as she is, which makes the psychic subplot feel earned, not gimmicky. And then there's Nicolas Cage. His screen time is limited, but unforgettable. It's Cage as a full-blown nightmare, draped in hair and whispered menace. The decision to hold back his presence until late in the game? Genius. ⚠️ What Doesn’t Land The film’s ambiguity will either fascinate or frustrate. You won’t get clean answers. In fact, you may leave the theater asking, “Wait, what was that ending?” Also, the slow pacing — which we loved — might test the patience of anyone expecting a more conventional thriller. It’s not here to entertain you with action. It wants to haunt you. 🎯 The Verdict Kit gave it an 7.5. Cade gave it a 7. This is elevated horror that isn’t trying to be “elevated.” It’s just good — weird, nerve-rattling, and surprisingly intimate. Expect this one to be divisive, but for horror fans who like their nightmares slow-burned and whisper-quiet, Long Legs will crawl under your skin and stay there. 📺 Where to Watch Currently in theaters via NEON. Check local listings — especially for smaller indie cinemas. 🍿 Pair This Movie With...
If The Silence of the Lambs and The Babadook had a cursed VHS baby raised on true crime podcasts — this would be it. Disturbing. Artful. Unforgettable. And yes... we’re still thinking about that hair. 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kaH2BpUcEouX5LWCUQ7ed?si=ff1e2b355c5944e1 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cade-and-kit/id1771553610 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/cadeandkit https://Blog.cadeandkit.com info@CadeandKit.com | |||
| CUFF 2025 Recap Pt. 2 — Tentacles, Sensuality & Subtitled Chaos (bonus) Cade and Kit | 08 May 2025 | 00:28:11 | |
We’re back with Part 2 of our Calgary Underground Film Festival recap — and this one’s all about unexpected pairings. We watched a double-feature that had everything from underwater creatures to exhibitionist neighbors… and we’re still processing. Here’s what happened when we watched A Mother’s Embrace and Two Women back to back — because nothing says “emotional range” like a tentacle demon followed by a French comedy about self-discovery and awkward flirting. 🐙 A Mother’s Embrace – Suspenseful, Alien & Unnerving A Spanish-language creature feature that actually had us on the edge of our seats. From the eerie nursing home setting to the terrifying underwater sequences, this one felt like The Descent meets Guillermo del Toro — if Guillermo was sadder and more flooded. 💧 Woman with trauma returns to the source of her past🏚️ Nursing home + storm + creepy staff = instant tension🦑 Cult behavior, missing responders, and one truly wild tentacled being 🧠 It doesn’t explain everything — but it doesn’t need to. It’s high-suspense horror that earns its scares without cheap tricks. 📊 Our Scores: Kit – 8.5, Cade – 9🔁 Rewatch Status: HIGH. We might’ve missed something. Or a lot. 🇫🇷 Two Women – Funny, French, and Deeply Human A slice-of-life comedy that’s somehow about postpartum recovery, aging, bisexuality, meds, marriage, divorce, exhibitionism, and cooperative garden planning. It’s messy, honest, and weirdly sweet. 🏠 Two neighbors form a friendship that turns into a liberation spiral📦 From baby monitors to rat control to hired flings — it’s chaos💬 Delivered with humor, charm, and just enough absurdity to make you laugh out loud Think: “Eat Pray Love” but in a Montreal apartment building with a crow screaming through the wall. And somehow it all works. 📊 Our Scores: Kit – 7, Cade – 7🍷 Watch With: Your friends, your siblings, or even your mom (but maybe not your boss) 🍿 Cade & Kit Pairing Picks (CUFF Pt. 2 Edition):
💬 Have you ever seen two more opposite movies in one night? Which would you rather survive: a psychic sea creature ceremony, or an awkward apartment affair? Tell us. 📸 Instagram info@CadeandKit.com | |||
| CUFF 2025 Recap — Cult Films, Body Horror & Ice Cream Trauma (Bonus) Cade and Kit | 01 May 2025 | 00:37:04 | |
Welcome to our special edition episode recapping the Calgary Underground Film Festival (CUFF) — the hometown festival where Cade & Kit first became… well, Cade & Kit. From April 17–27, we saw a whirlwind of premieres, shorts, genre surprises, and more bodily fluids than we were prepared for. We interviewed filmmakers, brought a crowd, and left with our minds full and stomachs slightly unsettled. Here’s our full recap — five films, five moods, and one very haunted rug. 🎞️ SHORT #1: Love Will Tear Us Apart Campy, cute, and covered in blood. This Denver-made short follows a couple who literally rip themselves apart to show how much they love each other. 💘 Candy-colored gore meets relationship boundaries🩸 Eyeballs, limbs, and a perfectly cheesy closing shot🎭 Fun premiere with a sweet team behind it 📊 Our Scores: Kit – 5, Cade – 5 🍦 FEATURE #1: Sugar Rot Where do we begin. Visually sweet, narratively sour, and uncomfortably explicit, this body horror metaphor explores a young woman’s descent into sugary self-destruction. Cotton candy… everywhere. 🚨 Not a first-date movie🎡 Ambitious concept, strong lead actress🎧 But the audio? Wildly distracting 📊 Our Scores: Kit – 1.5, Cade – 2 🧼 SHORT #2: The Rug A senior finds a cursed rug that eats anything swept underneath. Yes, it’s amazing. And yes, we want this to become a feature film with knitting club elders and blood-thirsty carpeting. 🎬 High production value and sharp writing🎭 A cast of older actors that carried the short🚪 Clever setup, great payoff 📊 Our Scores: Kit – 4.5, Cade – 6 🔥 FEATURE #2: Portal to Hell It starts strong — great color, great concept (a literal portal to hell inside a laundromat). But the middle? Sleepy. And the end? Beautiful again. Mostly. 🌀 Gorgeous red/blue/yellow neon visuals👹 Campy setup, slow execution🙃 Needed to lean more into the absurd 📊 Our Scores: Kit – 4.5, Cade – 5 🕊️ FEATURE #3: Shadow of God Calgary-made, locally cast, and bold enough to drop an exorcism film on Easter Monday. This one mixed religious horror with cult mythology and unexpected VFX (for better or worse). 💥 Strong opening with chilling visuals and lore👁️ Highlights: the caffeine-gel cross transition, the double-nailing exorcism ritual🌌 Lowlights: end-of-days green screen energy that pulled us all the way out 📊 Our Scores: Kit – 4.5, Cade – 6.5 🍿 Cade & Kit Pairing Picks (CUFF Edition):
💬 Did you go to CUFF this year? What’d you love? What traumatized you? What do you wish you saw? Let us know — or join us next year. There’s always a seat saved for you. 📸 Instagram info@CadeandKit.com | |||
| Nosferatu (film review) S2E11 Cade and Kit | 03 Jul 2025 | 00:23:02 | |
📹 The Premise Eggers reimagines the 1922 silent classic as a gothic fever dream soaked in death, desire, and deterioration. This version follows Thomas Hutter (Nicholas Hoult) and his increasingly cursed fiancée Ellen (Lily-Rose Depp) as Count Orlok (Bill Skarsgård) spreads his plague of decay from a distant castle to their urban doorstep. It’s less about plot, more about mood—and the mood is rot. 🎥 The Format Dreamlike horror, soft dialogue, and long, unblinking stares into the darkness. Eggers leans into texture: the echo of footsteps, flickering candlelight, and the creeping sensation that everyone on screen has already died, they just don’t know it yet. ✅ What Makes It Work Cade called it “straight-up haunting”—especially the shadow work and final act. Kit praised the commitment to stillness: actors barely speak, and when they do, it’s like interrupting a séance. The decision to use practical effects and old-world cinematography gives it a “rotted fairytale” look that feels unique, not gimmicky. ⚠️ What Doesn’t Land It’s not trying to be accessible. The pacing is brutal. Cade joked that it was “like watching a corpse model for oil painters.” Kit mentioned that some viewers might call it boring—but for them, the tension worked because it never tried to explain itself. If you’re not already in, you won’t be pulled in. 💸 Should It Have a Bigger Budget? Kit: “No—it looks exactly how it should. Money would’ve ruined the texture.” 🎯 The Verdict A slow-burn horror poem that leaves claw marks instead of jump scares. If you want your vampires romantic, this ain’t it. If you want them filthy, uncanny, and terrifying—this is for you. — Cade’s Score: 4.5/10 🍿 Pair This Movie With... Snack: stale bread and red wine (don’t ask why, just go with it) 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kaH2BpUcEouX5LWCUQ7ed?si=ff1e2b355c5944e1 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cade-and-kit/id1771553610 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/cadeandkit https://Blog.cadeandkit.com info@CadeandKit.com | |||
| The Substance & In a Violent Nature (film reviews) S2E10 Cade and Kit | 26 Jun 2025 | 00:18:04 | |
Two radically different horror films. One’s all chaos, blood, and neon body horror. The other is slow, quiet, and hypnotic — like a nature doc if the subject was a reanimated killer. In this episode, we’re talking The Substance and In a Violent Nature, both from Variety’s Top 13 of the year, and we’re still kind of haunted. 📹 The Premise
🎥 The Format ✅ What Makes It Work
⚠️ What Doesn’t Land 💸 Should It Have a Bigger Budget? 🎯 The Verdict 📺 Where to Watch 🍿 Pair This Movie With...
In a Violent Nature This is horror turned inside out. One rips through your screen, the other stands silently in the woods. Either way — you’ll feel it the next morning. 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kaH2BpUcEouX5LWCUQ7ed?si=ff1e2b355c5944e1 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cade-and-kit/id1771553610 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/cadeandkit https://Blog.cadeandkit.com info@CadeandKit.com | |||
| Red Rooms (film review) S2E9 Cade and Kit | 19 Jun 2025 | 00:18:11 | |
A high-IQ fashion model living in a downtown Montreal high-rise becomes disturbingly obsessed with a local murder trial involving a potential serial killer. As the court case unfolds, she’s not on the jury—just an observer—but her fixation deepens until she begins navigating the dark web in search of a rumored third “red room” video: a brutal murder-for-pay livestream that might confirm the accused killer’s guilt. 🎥 We follow her increasingly erratic behavior, from alleyway overnights outside the courthouse to Bitcoin bidding wars on encrypted servers. Her motivations remain murky. Her methods are unsettling. And her descent into the digital underworld comes with zero explanation. 🎥 The Format This is high-art-meets-slow-burn courtroom noir. French language. Stark cinematography. Minimal score. Nearly two hours of silence, smooth tracking shots, and deeply ambiguous character work. ✅ French-Canadian courtroom✅ Fashion meets forensic obsession✅ Dark web red room bidding✅ Woman-on-the-verge pacing ✅ What Makes It Work
⚠️ What Doesn’t Land
💸 Should It Have a Bigger Budget? No. The visuals and tone matched the story’s minimalist, psychological intent. But a bigger budget wouldn’t solve its fundamental problem: it’s all atmosphere, no heartbeat. 🎯 The Verdict Cade: 5.0 Kit: 1.0 “We paid $7 for this and took a nap. That’s our review.” This one’s more arthouse than horror. It belongs in a gallery with headphones—not a genre list. Strong performances can’t save a story with no emotional spine. 📺 Where to Watch Streaming rental on Amazon Prime Video. 🍿 Pair This Movie With...
🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kaH2BpUcEouX5LWCUQ7ed?si=ff1e2b355c5944e1 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cade-and-kit/id1771553610 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/cadeandkit https://Blog.cadeandkit.com info@CadeandKit.com | |||
| Late Night With The Devil (film review) S2E8 Cade and Kit | 12 Jun 2025 | 00:14:00 | |
🎬 Late Night with the Devil (2024) 📹 The Setup A late-night talk show host hits his breaking point during Halloween sweeps in the 1970s—and decides to go full spectacle. Paranormal guests. Hypnotists. Psychic children. A live studio audience. And one infamous book called Talking With the Devil. It’s all supposed to boost ratings. Until it turns into something a little too real. 🎥 The film plays out like a behind-the-scenes broadcast, blending on-air drama with backstage descent. A slow burn where the lines between suggestion, possession, and madness start to blur. 🎥 The Format A “found footage” horror setup staged like a retro talk show, complete with broadcast transitions, commercial bumpers, and live-audience chaos. Everything starts tongue-in-cheek—and ends with a demon on stage. ✅ 70s live TV setting ✅ Studio crew walkouts ✅ A hypnotist with too much power ✅ Ratings-obsessed host spiraling ✅ What Makes It Work
◦Strong central concept: The idea of desperation pushing someone too far on live TV is compelling. You want to buy into the stakes.
◦Storyline feels muddy: Too many angles (grief, demons, cults, ratings, hypnosis, ghosts) without any clear message. ◦Performance tone is confusing: Acting veers between campy and deadpan with little emotional core to hold onto. ◦No emotional payoff: For all the buildup, the climax and ending feel confusing rather than cathartic. ◦Too many ideas, not enough execution: Some scenes (like the ghost wife, worm hallucination, or cult hints) felt like art house distractions rather than plot progression.
◦Snack: Half a granola bar (because you won’t be hungry after Act 2) ◦Drink: A lukewarm coffee from a Styrofoam cup ◦Activity: Reading Reddit threads about movies with “great concepts, bad delivery”
| |||
| Final Destination: Bloodlines (bonus) Cade and Kit | 05 Jun 2025 | 00:10:12 | |
📹 The Setup It’s been thirteen years since the last Final Destination film—and now, death is back on the big screen. We caught Bloodlines at our local Cineplex VIP theater in Calgary (shoutout to the Uni District team, who always treat us well). Expectations were high, the theater was packed, and yes… we made sure not to drive behind any logging trucks. Ever. Again. 🎥 The sixth installment in the franchise manages to be both a tribute and a reboot, bringing back the dread, the algorithmic unraveling of fate, and the kind of creative kill sequences that made this series iconic in the first place. 🎥 The Format This one follows the franchise blueprint: a narrow escape from death kicks off a domino effect, as those who “should’ve died” start getting picked off one by one. Only this time, the curse is generational—and the original event dates back to the 1950s. ✅ Premonition ✅ Family Trauma ✅ Isolated Grandma in the Woods ✅ Death’s Algorithm Returns ✅ What Makes It Work
⚠️ What Doesn’t Land Honestly, not much. If you hate jump scares or the build tension, release with blood formula, this isn’t going to convert you. But for genre fans, it’s a tight, respectful return to form. 💸 Should It Have a Bigger Budget? Honestly, it looked great as is. This didn’t scream needs a Marvel budget. The effects, especially the practical ones, were sharp. That said, if there is a seventh installment, we’d love to see them really go for it in terms of set pieces and broader scope. 🎯 The Verdict Cade: 7.5Kit: 7.5“A complete, entertaining return. We’d watch another.” This was smart horror that didn’t take itself too seriously but didn’t get lazy either. A film with strong genre roots that somehow still found new tricks to pull out of the bag. Definitely recommend seeing this in theaters—especially with an audience. The shared gasps and laughs were part of the fun. 📺 Where to Watch In theaters now (VIP if you’re lucky enough to have one). Not yet available on streaming. 🍿 Pair This Movie With...
We’re real people. Doing real reviews. And this time… we sat nowhere near glass, scaffolding, or rollercoasters. Just in case.👋 Until next time, stay alive out there. 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kaH2BpUcEouX5LWCUQ7ed?si=ff1e2b355c5944e1 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cade-and-kit/id1771553610 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/cadeandkit https://Blog.cadeandkit.com info@CadeandKit.com | |||
| Love Will Tear Us Apart (interview) Cade and Kit | 29 May 2025 | 00:20:46 | |
In this special CUFF edition, Cade & Kit interview the team behind Love Will Tear Us Apart — a gory, playful, body-horror short that opened to laughter, gasps, and full festival applause. Joining the conversation:
🎥 Love Will Tear Us Apart screened at CUFF 2025 ahead of the feature Sugar Rot and immediately set the tone with its camp-meets-creep chemistry, expressive makeup, and killer premise. ✅ The Premise Originally written by Ziegler as a gift to his girlfriend (and the film’s producer/editor), Love Will Tear Us Apart began as a spiritual rebuttal to his earlier short The Lamb — “a relationship bummer,” in his words. Wanting to write a love story that still carried genre flair, Ziegler imagined a film about two people literally tearing themselves apart in the name of devotion. 💡 “I didn’t connect with my first film anymore. I wanted to write something that felt like love — but still really weird.” 🎤 Favorite Behind-the-Scenes Moments 💉 Skyler (on body horror makeup):“I was walking around without an eye for most of the shoot. I wiped off the wrong one by accident and had a full meltdown about it. But I loved being disgusting. I love SFX makeup. The grosser the better.” 🦷 Carter (on his fake teeth gag):“I have crowns, and we tried to put a fake goofy tooth on top... it kept falling off mid-scene. We were crying with laughter trying to shoot it.” 💋 Elijah (on gooey kisses):“Absolutely the kiss. So much slime. Just two characters kissing covered in blood and goop. Everyone was gagging.” 🎞️ Their Film Family Origin Story The trio met through film school, though not all in the same classes. Skyler came into the audition room starstruck by Carmen (the producer). Carter and Elijah had worked together on The Lamb. Skyler: “I just wanted Carmen to think I was cool. And now they’re some of my favorite people.” 🎯 Why It Worked The short became a standout at CUFF for its balance of absurdity and earnestness. Cade & Kit noted that many comedies miss the mark on tone — but not this one. Ziegler emphasized that characters must play it straight. The laugh comes from how much they believe what they’re doing. 💬 “We wrote 24 drafts. We massaged it until it landed, but everyone on set just got the tone. It’s dumb — but it’s smart-dumb.” 🍿 Favorite Horror Films 🎭 Carter: Terrifier 2 “It’s gory and fun — and Art the Clown feels like Jim Carrey if he was a serial killer. That’s a compliment.” 🧬 Skyler: The Substance “It changed my life. As a woman in this industry, it felt so visceral. Horror is the genre that’s brave enough to say it out loud.” 🔪 Elijah: Inside (2007 French horror) “It just punches you in the face. Scary, bold, never flinching. We need more horror like that.” 🎤 Final Word This team brought more than a short — they brought chemistry, clarity, and chaos. And they left Cade & Kit fully convinced that they’ve just seen the beginning of a long creative run. 🎯 “It created love… and we still have all our limbs.” Visit Love Will Tear Us Apart's Instagram Our Links 🎧 Spotify info@CadeandKit.com | |||
| Jakob Skrzypa on Vampire Zombies from Space (bonus) Cade and Kit | 22 May 2025 | 00:21:49 | |
In this special CUFF 2025 edition, Cade & Kit sit down with Jacob Skrzypa, one of the producers (and many other roles) behind Vampire Zombies from Space!, one of the standout crowd favorites at the festival. They talk satire, indie filmmaking, genre tone, casting with intention, and how to fight severed legs with sincerity. On the Premise“It’s exactly what it sounds like — a parody of 1950s horror and sci-fi with vampires, zombies, and UFOs. Dumb on purpose, smart in structure.” On What It Took to Make It“Everything you shouldn’t do in a first indie: period piece, practical effects, miniatures, vehicles, a big cast… We did all of it. It took a whole army of artists who believed in the ridiculous.” On the Art of Comedy“You have to play it straight. The characters think it’s real. The minute you wink at the camera, the joke dies. Our greaser’s crying about a threesome — and to him, it matters.” On Favorite Moments
On the Cast
On the Deleted Ending“The scene where the guy kills himself during a speech? That was the ending at first. The whole town was going to follow. We rewrote it to give audiences a better payoff.” On Genre Influence
On Favorite Horror FilmThe Exorcist.Jacob saw it at age 8 — alone, Catholic, with no warning. “It scared the hell out of me… and changed everything. It’s beautiful, the effects hold up, and it stuck with me forever.” On What’s Next
🎯 Final TakeJacob’s team didn’t just make a cult film — they engineered a midnight classic. This isn’t a movie you laugh at; it’s one you laugh with. Passion project energy. A new Halloween staple in the making. 🧛♂️👽🧟♂️ We’ll be first in line for Canada Day. Links for crew Directed by Mike Stasko Writer, Producer: Editor Jakob Skrzypa Writer, Producer: Alexander Forman Cast Our Links 🎧 Spotify info@CadeandKit.com | |||
| CUFF 2025 Recap Pt. 3 — Wrestlers, Bat-Ships & Podcast Ghosts (bonus) Cade and Kit | 15 May 2025 | 00:38:57 | |
To close out CUFF 2025, we’re wrapping three very different films that somehow all deserve their own weird little spotlight. A genre-defying documentary, a cult-ready horror comedy, and a ghost story about podcasting clout walked into a film festival… and we sat through all three. 🎤 Luna: The LUNA Vachon Story – Raw, Real & Rock 'n Roll An unexpectedly emotional documentary on legendary female wrestler Luna Vachon — a true trailblazer in a male-dominated arena. 📼 Archival interviews, raw home video, and deeply personal storytelling💄 Luna’s punk-metal chaos meets real-life trauma and triumph🎤 From pro wrestling highs to battles with addiction, the film doesn’t flinch… but it doesn’t drown in darkness either. 🧠 Thoughtful and surprisingly uplifting. A time capsule and a tribute. 📊 Our Scores: Cade – 7, Kit – 7📚 Worth watching even if you’re not a wrestling fan. This is about legacy. 🦇 Vampire Zombies... From Space! – Black-and-White B-Movie Brilliance Midnight movie lovers, rejoice. This is camp done right. 🕺🏽 1950s sci-fi parody with pitchforks, pink bats, and perfectly stupid deaths🧛♂️ Alien vampires crash in a tobacco town… and cigarettes save the day👻 A cult classic in the making, best watched with a crowd that yells back 💬 From “From Space!” chants to dangling bat puppets — this is Halloween party material. 📊 Our Scores: Cade – 7, Kit – 7🎉 Bonus points for the ending twist and the abandoned group suicide subplot. 👻 The Last Podcast – Haunted Clout, Podcast Regret, & Shower Ghosts One man, one mic, one ghost. All for the views. 🎙️ A skeptical podcaster goes viral when a guest shoots himself live on air🫥 Ghosts with stipulations, accidental murders, rival podcasters, and moral implosions🧼 Male shower scenes, ET nods, and tech-based horror commentary 💔 It’s funny… until it tries to be deep. Female characters deserved more. 📊 Our Scores: Cade – 6.5, Kit – 5.5🎧 Good enough to stream. Not strong enough to revisit. 🍿 Cade & Kit Pairing Picks (CUFF Pt. 3 Edition):
💬 CUFF brought us some of the weirdest, smartest, and most sincere indie films we've seen this year. We laughed, we squirmed, we maybe blushed during Sugar Rot. But most importantly — we watched. 🎧 Spotify info@CadeandKit.com | |||
| About Season 3 - Cade and Kit | 24 Jul 2025 | 00:02:38 | |
Season 3 is almost here 🎬 and this time, Cade & Kit are getting personal. Stories That Stick is all about the movies that shaped us—those first-watch gut punches, the late-night rewatches, and the ones your best friend swore would change your life. We're diving into the films that turned us into cinephiles, including a few surprises we haven’t seen yet from each other’s lists. Expect every genre, first reactions, and way more community voices. New episodes start August 14th. Let’s get nostalgic. 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kaH2BpUcEouX5LWCUQ7ed?si=ff1e2b355c5944e1 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cade-and-kit/id1771553610 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/cadeandkit https://Blog.cadeandkit.com info@CadeandKit.com | |||
| The Sisterhood Of The Traveling Pants S3E1 Cade and Kit | 14 Aug 2025 | 00:15:40 | |
Season 3 launches with a new format: every episode, one host picks a personal film and the other watches it for the first time. Then they come together to unpack what it meant back then — and what it says now. To kick things off, Kit picks The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants, a 2005 coming-of-age film about four best friends who spend their first summer apart — connected only by a magical pair of jeans. But this isn’t just about pants. It’s a story about grief, growing up, and the unspoken ways friendship holds people together. Kit shares why the film meant so much to her as a teenager, while Cade — who usually leans toward stylized horror and arthouse indies — watches it for the first time. What follows is a real-time reappraisal of a film that’s often overlooked, despite being emotionally layered and deeply sincere. 🎥 The Film
Each arc hits different emotional notes — some subtle, some devastating. Kit talks about how rare it was to see this kind of emotional range in teen girls on screen. Cade, meanwhile, was surprised by how heavy it gets — in a good way. 💬 What They Talk About
👀 What Surprised CadeHe expected something light. He got something emotionally intense — especially in Tibby’s storyline. He also didn’t expect to be pulled into the pacing, which is quieter and more grounded than the trailer suggests. 🎯 Final ThoughtsKit calls it one of the first movies that made her feel seen. Cade acknowledges that while it’s not perfect, it’s emotionally honest — and more powerful than its genre label implies. Together, they agree that some movies aren’t just stories; they’re time capsules for who you were when you watched them. This episode was brought to you by... https://fiyahwear.com/ Valerie Dyke https://www.combinedinsurance.com/us-en/ 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kaH2BpUcEouX5LWCUQ7ed?si=ff1e2b355c5944e1 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cade-and-kit/id1771553610 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/cadeandkit https://Blog.cadeandkit.com info@CadeandKit.com | |||
| Cade gets put on the spot! | 07 Aug 2025 | 00:09:29 | |
No theme, no prep — just Cade and Kit asking each other completely different, totally unserious (and somehow revealing?) questions. From comfort rewatches to movie pet peeves, desert island picks to wild film takes, these two go off-script and into the heart of what makes their film brains tick. It’s a laid-back, get-to-know-you episode with the exact kind of banter that never makes it into the polished reviews. One episode is Cade grilling Kit. The next is Kit turning the tables. Both? Peak chaos. 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kaH2BpUcEouX5LWCUQ7ed?si=ff1e2b355c5944e1 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cade-and-kit/id1771553610 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/cadeandkit https://Blog.cadeandkit.com info@CadeandKit.com | |||
| Kit gets put on the spot! | 31 Jul 2025 | 00:07:42 | |
With Season 3 on the way (dropping August 14!), Cade puts Kit through a chaotic, cozy round of rapid-fire film questions—from her dream recast (spoiler: it’s Blake Lively, and she means it) to the horror film that scarred her forever. We get deep on fashion, friendship, and freaky endings, and somehow Bugs Bunny ends up in the roommate conversation. Just a casual little hangout before things get serious again. Part two coming soon—when Kit gets to flip the script. 👀 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kaH2BpUcEouX5LWCUQ7ed?si=ff1e2b355c5944e1 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cade-and-kit/id1771553610 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/cadeandkit https://Blog.cadeandkit.com info@CadeandKit.com | |||
| To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar S3E2 Cade and Kit | 21 Aug 2025 | 00:25:23 | |
Season 3 of Cade & Kit is all about “Stories That Stick” — and this week, Cade brought a bold, joyful, and unexpectedly moving pick to the table: To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar. Kit had never seen it. Cade swore it would hold up. What followed was a glowing, sequin-filled surprise. In this 1995 cult classic, three drag queens — Miss Vida Boheme (Patrick Swayze), Noxeema Jackson (Wesley Snipes), and Chi-Chi Rodriguez (John Leguizamo) — embark on a cross-country road trip that breaks down (literally and emotionally) in a small rural town. What begins as a fish-out-of-water comedy slowly reveals itself as a story about dignity, transformation, and chosen family. 🎥 The Format This episode follows the Season 3 structure: one host picks a film that shaped them, and the other watches it for the first time. The magic lives in the friction — and in this case, the joy of rediscovery. Cade shares why this film meant so much as a teenager and reflects on what it feels like to watch it decades later, with fresh eyes. ✅ What Makes It Work Let’s start with the cast. All three leads are playing against type — and thriving. Swayze brings depth and gentleness to Vida that’s unexpected but utterly sincere. Wesley Snipes leans into charisma and comedy as Noxeema. And John Leguizamo steals the show with Chi-Chi’s radiant vulnerability. The performances never tip into caricature. Cade notes how groundbreaking it felt at the time to see drag queens as protagonists with full emotional arcs. The film is steeped in tenderness. It's not interested in mockery. It’s interested in grace — and giving its queens space to heal and to help. Kit was surprised by the structure. The town of Snydersville becomes the real stage, and the queens’ presence transforms it. Instead of action or plot-driven stakes, it’s about micro-connections — the shy woman regaining her confidence, the local mechanic opening his heart, the cop who gets exactly what he deserves. The script has its 90s quirks but leans earnestly into kindness. Even the film’s name — a line scribbled on a framed photo of Julie Newmar — becomes a thesis. Glamour can be guidance. Joy can be generosity. ⚠️ What Doesn’t Land There are a few rough patches. Some jokes feel dated. The pacing in the third act wobbles. The town’s transformation happens a little fast to be fully believable. And the film skirts around deeper queer identity politics that might be more explored in a contemporary retelling. 🎯 The Verdict Cade cried multiple times. Kit said, “This is what comfort cinema looks like when it also wants to say something.” The film manages to be celebratory without being naïve. And it reminded both hosts how powerful it can be to walk into a room — or a town — as your full, unapologetic self. 📺 Where to Watch To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar is currently streaming on Apple TV and Amazon Prime (rental). Physical copies are out there too — with some glorious DVD bonus features. 🍿 Pair This Movie With... A lavender cocktail, a mirrorball, and someone who makes you feel like you can say the thing you’ve been holding in all week. Or maybe a rewatch of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert if you want to keep the drag road trip vibes going. Next week, Kit returns the favor with a pick of her own: a movie Cade’s never seen — and one that might bring up just as many feelings. See you then. This episode was brought to you by... https://fayahathletics.com/en-ca Valerie Dyke— Combined Insurance https://www.combinedinsurance.com/us-en/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/valerie-dyke-116333259?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kaH2BpUcEouX5LWCUQ7ed?si=ff1e2b355c5944e1 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cade-and-kit/id1771553610 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/cadeandkit https://Blog.cadeandkit.com info@CadeandKit.com | |||
| Moulin Rouge! S3E7 Cade and Kit | 25 Sep 2025 | 00:24:20 | |
Welcome back to Season 3 of Cade & Kit, where each week we trade off picking movies based on a shared theme—and make the other person watch something they may not have chosen themselves. This week’s theme? Love Triangle. And Kit went full glam with her pick: Baz Luhrmann’s Moulin Rouge!, a 2001 jukebox musical that’s equal parts glitter, heartbreak, and high drama. Kit’s love for this film runs deep. Not only did it make her personal Top 5 list (again), but she came ready to unpack the artistic references, the historical nods to fin-de-siècle Paris, and how the movie’s central triangle isn’t just romantic—it’s also existential. Cade, on the other hand, hadn’t seen it in years and was curious whether it would still “slap” in 2025. Spoiler: It did. Moulin Rouge! follows Christian (Ewan McGregor), a wide-eyed writer who arrives in Paris to chase his dreams and winds up writing a play for a group of bohemians led by the eccentric Toulouse-Lautrec (yes, the real one—sort of). He’s introduced to Satine (Nicole Kidman), the sparkling courtesan and star of the Moulin Rouge, but through a classic mistaken identity, she thinks he’s the wealthy Duke who’s supposed to fund the club’s next big show. One chaotic seduction scene later (think: Nicole Kidman writhing on rugs mid-monologue), Satine realizes she’s falling for the wrong man—and that the club’s survival depends on convincing the right man to bankroll their dreams. What unfolds is a musical love story wrapped inside a fictional play that mirrors their real lives, all set in a world bursting with song mashups, absinthe, and emotional whiplash. From the jump, Kit highlights the spectacular spectacular tone—how the over-the-top musicality and color palette somehow manage to carry a deeply emotional core. She especially loves the meta-layer of the characters performing a fictional love triangle that mirrors the one they’re living in real life. And then there’s Toulouse, played with wild charm and an absinthe-soaked reverence for the arts. Kit pointed out how he’s more than comic relief—he’s the heart of the story’s artistic soul. Cade appreciated how much the music does the heavy lifting. In a film with this much plot and backstory, the songs (like “Come What May” and “Roxanne”) become efficient emotional engines. “If they just talked through all of that,” he said, “this movie would be five hours long.” Instead, the musical numbers take you deep into character feelings without ever slowing the pace. Cade admitted he almost forgets Moulin Rouge! is technically a musical. To him, it leans more drama than classic song-and-dance, and if you’re not ready for that much theatrical glitter, it can feel like a sensory overload. Kit agreed, noting that not everyone will be on board for the hyper-stylized, music-video-on-acid editing style. But for those who are? It’s magic. The love triangle itself is also more thematic than emotionally balanced. Satine isn’t really in love with the Duke—it’s a power exchange, a survival tactic. So while the stakes feel real, the romance is a bit lopsided. That said, the movie knows this and leans into the question: What do we really choose when we choose love? For Kit, Moulin Rouge! remains a near-perfect film. The aesthetics, the emotion, the historical layers—it hits every note. Cade came in with fresh eyes and was surprised by how well it held up. “I’ve watched it a few times,” he said, “and it still lands. Complete story. Emotional payoff.” Kit gave it a 9.5/10, calling it one of her all-time favorites. Cade gave it a 8.5/10, impressed by how the film’s dramatic weight balances its musical chaos. This episode was brought to you by... purrclothing.ca drinknorthern.com🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kaH2BpUcEouX5LWCUQ7ed?si=ff1e2b355c5944e1🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cade-and-kit/id1771553610📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/cadeandkit | |||
| Forrest Gump S3E6 Cade and Kit | 18 Sep 2025 | 00:26:17 | |
We’ve reached the second half of Season 3, and this week’s episode brought us to one of the most iconic films of the ’90s: Forrest Gump. This was Cade’s pick for our “Coming of Age” theme—an unexpected but undeniably powerful choice. While it’s easy to remember the memes, the lines, and the run, we wanted to revisit Forrest Gump with fresh eyes and talk about whether it still holds up as a story about growing into yourself in a complicated world. The film follows Forrest (Tom Hanks), a man with a low IQ and a kind heart, as he stumbles through a life shaped by love, war, ping pong, and accidental brushes with history. From growing up in small-town Alabama with a fiercely loving mother to unintentionally changing the course of American culture, Forrest’s life unfolds in chapters that feel both surreal and deeply human. What surprised both of us, watching it now, is how much Forrest Gump doesn’t try to explain or justify itself. The movie just… happens. It unfolds the way memories do: out of order, overlapping, filled with details that matter more emotionally than logically. Cade noted that the film’s strength is its refusal to be clever. It isn’t ironic or self-aware. It’s earnest—and in a time when most films are trying to say something smart, Forrest Gump chooses to say something simple. We talked at length about the characters who orbit Forrest’s world, especially his mother and Jenny. Mrs. Gump (Sally Field) is a force. She doesn’t try to change Forrest—she moves the world around him to make space for who he is. That kind of unconditional love is rare in film, and it anchors Forrest’s entire journey. And then there’s Jenny. Jenny is a character who often divides viewers. Kit pointed out how deeply tragic her story is—a life shaped by early trauma, marked by moments of rebellion and escape. Forrest’s unwavering love for her is a throughline that keeps the movie emotionally grounded. Even when she disappears, she never really leaves the story. Cade described her as the person Forrest runs toward, even when he doesn’t know it. The movie’s visual style also stood out. Scenes linger longer than you expect. Silence is used meaningfully. There’s one moment after Jenny leaves where Forrest is sitting alone at home, and the stillness says more than dialogue ever could. That quiet grief is what makes the film so resonant. But we’d be lying if we said we didn’t also talk about the wild, absurd parts. Elvis learns to dance from Forrest. He survives the Vietnam War, becomes a ping pong champion, starts a shrimp empire, invests in Apple, and runs across America multiple times. It’s all ridiculous. And yet, none of it feels out of place. That’s the magic of the movie—it makes chaos feel like destiny. Cade gave Forrest Gump an 8.5, calling it a classic for a reason. Kit gave it a 7.5, loving the emotional beats but feeling that the runtime and sheer volume of plot sometimes overshadow the film’s quieter coming-of-age elements. What we both agreed on is that Forrest is a character who teaches by being. He doesn’t try to change people. He simply stays kind. In a world full of noise, his presence is what stays with you. His story isn’t about triumph in the traditional sense—it’s about resilience, and about loving people even when they don’t love you back the way you expect. This episode was brought to you by... https://fayahathletics.com/en-ca Valerie Dyke— Combined Insurance https://www.combinedinsurance.com/us-en/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/valerie-dyke-116333259?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kaH2BpUcEouX5LWCUQ7ed?si=ff1e2b355c5944e1 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cade-and-kit/id1771553610 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/cadeandkit https://Blog.cadeandkit.com info@CadeandKit.com | |||
| Boyhood S3E5 Cade and Kit | 11 Sep 2025 | 00:30:16 | |
Filmed over 12 years with the same cast, Boyhood is a cinematic experiment that becomes something more: a lived-in portrait of growing up, told not through big milestones, but through the blurry, in-between moments that actually shape us. Richard Linklater’s film follows Mason (Ellar Coltrane) from age six to college, letting us witness the quiet evolution of one boy’s world—and the people orbiting it. 🎥 The Format This is a story made of small scenes and long time. There’s no dramatic arc, no clear villain or climax. It feels like memory—fragmented, nonlinear, and often unremarkable until suddenly, it’s not. From mom’s new partners to a bad haircut to a whispered “I like your hair” note in class, the movie doesn’t force meaning. It invites it. ✅ What Makes It Work Kit picked this one for a reason: it’s one of the purest executions of the coming-of-age genre we’ve seen. The authenticity is unmatched. No recasting. No shortcuts. Just real time, real growth. There’s a brilliance to how the film resists sensationalism. It doesn’t chase “firsts” like sex, graduation, or death. It gives equal weight to boredom, chores, and basement parties. Kit especially connected with the film’s realism around parenting—both the triumphs and the unintended harm. A dinner table shaming scene struck her so deeply, it actually informed how she now handles tough parenting moments in her own life. Cade brought a different lens: for him, this movie felt deeply familiar. Growing up in Texas, pledging allegiance to both the American and Texas flags, awkward dad weekends and road trip bonding—it wasn’t just nostalgia. It was recognition. The emotional pacing of the film mirrors how kids actually process things. Moments are absorbed, not always explained. ⚠️ What Doesn’t Land For Cade, there was a small “what if” itch—this story had the platform, the critical acclaim, and the artistic license to say anything, but it often held back. It left so much interpretation to the viewer that sometimes it felt like it avoided taking a stance. Still, that’s also part of its strength. Boyhood isn’t trying to teach—it’s trying to observe. 🎯 The Verdict Both hosts gave it an 8/10. Kit felt it was one of the best picks for the coming-of-age theme—thoughtful, patient, and emotionally rich. Cade appreciated how much it reminded him of his own childhood, especially how the film gave weight to seemingly forgettable moments. This movie doesn’t grab you. It stays with you. 🍿 Pair This Movie With... – A rewatch of The Tree of Life (if you want more poetic boyhood) – Your own childhood photo album – A quiet night where you can press pause and just sit with it 🎤 Cade & Kit Sign-Off Kit: “I saw this in my 20s in a tiny theater in Edmonton, and I still think about that dinner table scene. I picked this movie because it shows how growing up isn’t always loud—it’s in the quiet decisions we remember later.” Cade: “I related to this one. It reminded me of the weird stuff I actually remember from childhood—the fights, the boredom, the broken promises, the drive-thru bowling alley trips. It didn’t feel like a movie. It felt like growing up.” This episode was brought to you by... https://fayahathletics.com/en-ca Valerie Dyke— Combined Insurance https://www.combinedinsurance.com/us-en/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/valerie-dyke-116333259?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kaH2BpUcEouX5LWCUQ7ed?si=ff1e2b355c5944e1 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cade-and-kit/id1771553610 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/cadeandkit https://Blog.cadeandkit.com info@CadeandKit.com | |||
| Salt S3E4 Cade and Kit | 04 Sep 2025 | 00:20:32 | |
What happens when you pick a movie based on the wrong Angelina Jolie role? In this case, you still end up with Salt—a high-octane spy thriller wrapped in Cold War shadows and moral ambiguity. Originally written for Tom Cruise, Salt follows CIA agent Evelyn Salt as she's accused of being a Russian sleeper agent and forced to go on the run, unraveling a tangled web of brainwashing, espionage, and very personal revenge. 🎥 The Format This season, we’re choosing films for each other based on a shared theme—in this case: revenge. Cade picked Salt, thinking he was choosing Wanted, but we rolled with it anyway. The result? A conversation about identity, loyalty, and the emotional residue left behind by spy films that prioritize action but hint at something deeper. Kit came in with fresh eyes; Cade revisited the chaos with nostalgia (and a small apology). ✅ What Makes It Work Angelina Jolie delivers a strong, physical performance that anchors the entire film. From rooftop chases to venomous spider plots to handcuffed assassinations, Salt doesn't let up. What gives it staying power is the ambiguity around Salt’s motives and identity. Is she bad? Misunderstood? Redeemed? We never fully know—and that’s the intrigue. The film’s backstory (children raised to infiltrate U.S. society as sleeper agents) is chillingly clever and gives Salt’s revenge arc weight. Plus, the movie’s standout stunt work—especially that highway car-to-car chase—earned recognition and brought real grit to the genre. 🎯 The Verdict Both Cade and Kit gave Salt a 6/10. While the action thrills and Jolie shines, it didn’t quite deliver a standout revenge narrative compared to the previous episode’s pick, Colombiana. The pacing is fast, the plot is twisty, and the body count is high—but when the dust settles, you’re left wanting just a bit more depth. That said, it’s a solid entry in the female-assassin subgenre, and watching it back-to-back with other “spy-turned-rogue” films gives it new context. 🍿 Pair This Movie With... A strong cup of coffee and a rainy afternoon. Bonus points if you line it up with Wanted and Colombiana for a triple-feature of badass female leads. 🎤 Cade & Kit Sign-Off “This one may not have been the movie we meant to review, but it still gave us a lot to chew on. From misremembered titles to surprise endings, Salt brought enough chaos to keep us guessing—right up to the last jump from a helicopter.” This episode was brought to you by... https://fayahathletics.com/en-ca Valerie Dyke— Combined Insurance https://www.combinedinsurance.com/us-en/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/valerie-dyke-116333259?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kaH2BpUcEouX5LWCUQ7ed?si=ff1e2b355c5944e1 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cade-and-kit/id1771553610 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/cadeandkit https://Blog.cadeandkit.com info@CadeandKit.com | |||
| Columbiana S3E3 Cade and Kit | 28 Aug 2025 | 00:22:31 | |
In this episode, Kit introduces Colombiana, a high-intensity revenge thriller starring Zoë Saldana. Framed as a continuation of our Season 3 theme — "Stories That Stick" — this pick dives into the emotional power of vengeance, early trauma, and how female action protagonists are portrayed. Cade had never seen it before, making this a true first-take episode. And let’s just say... we both left the theater (or, the couch) with a lot to say. 🎥 The Format The film blends kinetic action scenes with emotionally charged stakes, and Zoë Saldana’s performance elevates what could’ve been a formulaic role into something far more precise and personal. ✅ What Makes It Work Kit pointed out from the beginning that Colombiana stands apart for how it refuses to over-sexualize its lead. So often in cinema, female assassins are reduced to their looks or forced into manipulative seduction tactics. Cataleya’s power comes from her intelligence, her creativity, and her relentlessness. The film’s opening 20 minutes are particularly strong — giving us a child’s-eye view of trauma, escape, and survival. The young actress portraying Cataleya as a child absolutely kills it (pun intended) with her physical stunts and layered emotional performance. Cade was especially impressed with how the film rooted Cataleya’s pain so early, which made the rest of the story feel emotionally grounded despite its high-octane pace. Once grown, Cataleya’s methodical kills — from duct vent escapes to shark-infested mansions — are presented with choreographed precision. Each scene is more than just action; it’s storytelling through movement, layout, and design. Kit also highlighted how the cinematography excels at intimacy in motion. Chase scenes are tight, up close, and viscerally felt — a signature style that made the action feel less like spectacle and more like survival. 🎯 The Verdict This was a sleeper hit for both of us. Cade gave it an 8/10, and Kit matched that with another solid 8/10. It’s sleek, stylish, and smart — without falling into the usual femme fatale tropes. It’s also a rare revenge movie that doesn’t feel exploitative. Instead of bloodlust for bloodlust’s sake, Cataleya’s violence is a direct extension of her grief and control. Every shot fired is a scream from a childhood stolen — and that’s what makes it stick. 🍿 Pair This Movie With... A Xena Warrior Princess comic, a questionable bus ticket, and a conversation about the best revenge movies not led by Jason Statham. 🎤 Cade & Kit sign-off We’re officially in the revenge arc of Season 3 — and this was a strong opener. Kit’s pick gave us a new lens on action heroines, and Cade’s reaction gave us one of our favorite deep-dive convos of the season so far. Next up? Cade’s revenge movie pick. Let’s just say… it’s nothing like Colombiana. This episode was brought to you by... https://fayahathletics.com/en-ca Valerie Dyke— Combined Insurance https://www.combinedinsurance.com/us-en/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/valerie-dyke-116333259?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kaH2BpUcEouX5LWCUQ7ed?si=ff1e2b355c5944e1 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cade-and-kit/id1771553610 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/cadeandkit https://Blog.cadeandkit.com info@CadeandKit.com | |||
| The Time Traveler's Wife S3E16 Cade and Kit | 27 Nov 2025 | 00:24:11 | |
Cade chose The Time Traveler’s Wife, a time-travel film built not on machines, portals, or sci-fi tech, but on a genetic disorder that causes Henry to involuntarily jump through time. The movie ties the mechanics of time travel directly to the emotional core of a love story—one where unpredictability, danger, and absence shape every part of the relationship. Kit and Cade talk through how the film weaves together Henry’s traumatic childhood, the loss of his mother, and how he grows up learning survival skills because every jump leaves him stranded, naked, and in danger. They highlight how the story makes time travel feel intimate, not cosmic. The emotional weight of the movie comes from Clare’s timeline: she’s known older versions of Henry since childhood, growing up with brief flashes of the man she’ll eventually marry. When she meets the younger version of him in the present, he has no idea who she is—a reversal that becomes one of the film’s main tensions. They walk through the details that keep the timeline grounded: Clare’s artwork evolving in the background of their home, the paper-making books from her first scene, the repetition of the clothes she leaves for him in the meadow. The jumps become a way of showing the uneven toll the relationship takes—failed pregnancies, the realization their daughter is time-traveling in the womb, and Henry disappearing for weeks at a time. Near the end, Henry discovers the timeline of his own death and begins preparing everyone around him without ever truly revealing the truth. Cade and Kit pause here to talk about the film’s biggest emotional theme: would you want to know the date of your own death? Cade says absolutely not—it would pressure every moment. Kit says yes—she’d use that knowledge to be more present and intentional. The movie closes on Henry’s death and the later moment where a younger version of him appears to Clare and Alba one last time, tying the story together with a soft emotional release rather than a sci-fi twist. This episode was brought to you by... LocalLaundry.ca 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kaH2BpUcEouX5LWCUQ7ed?si=ff1e2b355c5944e1 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cade-and-kit/id1771553610 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/cadeandkit info@CadeandKit.com | |||
| The Adjustment Bureau S3E15 Cade and Kit | 20 Nov 2025 | 00:24:56 | |
In this episode, Cade and Kit continue Season 3 with a brand-new theme: Time Travel. Kit brings The Adjustment Bureau, a sci-fi romance starring Matt Damon and Emily Blunt that blends secret organizations, alternate paths, and the tension between fate and free will. The two break down why this movie stands out in the time-travel genre, how it uses space instead of timeline jumps, and why the love story works in a way most sci-fi films don’t attempt. The episode begins with Cade and Kit explaining why they chose to explore themes in Season 3 — specifically how their personal lens shapes the way they review films. When Kit introduces The Adjustment Bureau, she explains that it’s her first instinct when thinking about time-travel movies, not because of traditional past/future jumps, but because the film explores three different layers of “time”: the real world, the Bureau’s invisible grid, and the alternate paths a person could take depending on their choices. They discuss Matt Damon’s character, David Norris, and how his life is carefully managed — first by political consultants, then by the Bureau itself, who manipulate events to ensure he stays on a predetermined path. After losing an election, David meets Elise in a bathroom in a chaotic, unfiltered moment that changes the direction of his life. The second accidental meeting triggers the Bureau’s intervention, forcing David into a confrontation with the group responsible for adjusting reality. Cade and Kit break down the world-building, including the hats that allow agents to travel through a hidden network of doors across New York, and the rules that keep David and Elise apart. They discuss the idea that both characters have “intended” destinies: he is meant to become President, she is meant to become a world-renowned choreographer — and how the Bureau believes their relationship would prevent both outcomes. The hosts explore the tension between fate and autonomy, and why the love story succeeds: Elise sees David as he truly is, not the polished political version of himself, and he doesn’t try to refine or reshape her. Cade notes that many of their scenes were improvised, which contributes to the authenticity of their chemistry. Kit appreciates that the sci-fi elements are grounded: no machines, no creature designs, just the manipulation of time and space through doorways. They also critique the film. Kit would have preferred a darker, more ominous tone for the Bureau and a deeper depiction of David’s confusion, fear, and uncertainty after discovering their existence. She notes that certain emotional beats — such as his three-year search for Elise on the bus — could have used more on-screen weight. Cade adds that he’d like to see a companion film told from the perspective of the sympathetic Bureau agent who helps David, since the character clearly carries his own emotional history and doubts about the system. A grounded, stylish sci-fi romance that plays with “time travel” in a different way: not through decades, but through doorways, detours, and the small adjustments that can alter a life. A strong pick for a theme centered on how cinema reshapes our understanding of time. This episode was brought to you by... LocalLaundry.ca 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kaH2BpUcEouX5LWCUQ7ed?si=ff1e2b355c5944e1 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cade-and-kit/id1771553610 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/cadeandkit info@CadeandKit.com | |||
| Twilight S3E8 Cade and Kit | 02 Oct 2025 | 00:24:04 | |
This week’s episode of Cade & Kit dives into Cade’s pick for the “Love Triangle” theme: the 2008 cultural phenomenon Twilight. While most associate the franchise with the Edward–Bella–Jacob triangle, Cade brings a different perspective: in this first installment, the triangle isn’t between two boys. It’s between Bella and two versions of her future. One rooted in familiarity and safety. The other, full of danger, chaos, and self-determination.As always, one host selects a film the other hasn’t seen (or hasn’t seen in years), and both weigh in on how it shaped them. Kit watched Twilight with fresh adult eyes, while Cade reflected on its teenage resonance and unexpected depth. What follows is a surprisingly layered conversation about agency, family, social perception, and the vampire-as-metaphor.Say what you want about the Twilight phenomenon — the first film carries surprising nuance. Kristen Stewart’s portrayal of Bella Swan leans into soft insecurity, subtle rebellion, and quiet decision-making. She’s not loud or romantic in the traditional YA sense, but she chooses with certainty, even in the face of danger. Kit noted how Bella’s choices reflected an internal compass that defied the opinions of those around her, especially her protective father and concerned peers.Cade highlighted the film’s visual metaphors — overcast skies, hushed classrooms, Edward’s restrained tension — as signals of the inner turmoil at play. Edward’s vampirism becomes a stand-in for emotional danger and romantic risk. And yet, Bella doesn’t flinch. The love triangle, then, is more existential than hormonal. Stay in her small, safe world… or leap into the unknown?Kit was quick to praise Anna Kendrick’s role as a BFF-style side character, adding levity and realism to the high school scenes. And both hosts agreed that the world-building — from Forks’ moody atmosphere to the tension between the Cullens and the local reservation — hinted at a broader mythology that held promise.For Kit, the pacing was a major flaw. The love story escalates rapidly, with only a few scenes between Bella’s initial discomfort and her willingness to risk it all. “I needed more time for the love to feel earned,” Kit said. “Curiosity? Yes. Chemistry? Sure. But love? I wasn’t sold yet.” She also pointed out missed opportunities for deeper emotion — moments of danger that felt flat or montages that could have added weight.Cade acknowledged the flaws but countered that Twilight was never meant to be a sweeping epic. “It’s easy background watching,” he admitted. “You don’t have to think too hard, but it still says something.”Kit also called out the film’s most disturbing moment — Edward admitting he watches Bella sleep. “I get it’s a vampire thing, but really?” Still, she admired how unapologetically the film leaned into the allure of danger, even if the danger didn’t always feel dangerous enough.Cade gave Twilight a 7/10, citing its surprising emotional complexity and iconic status. “There’s more going on beneath the surface,” he said, “especially when you see it as a metaphor for choosing a life outside of what your family expects.”Kit, on the other hand, gave it a 4/10. “Great performances. Loved the supporting characters. But I needed more pacing, more emotional payoff, and maybe just... more fear?” That said, she admitted watching it now — with distance from the cultural noise — was refreshing. “I might even keep watching the series, just to see how it evolves.”This episode was brought to you by...purrclothing.ca drinknorthern.com🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kaH2BpUcEouX5LWCUQ7ed?si=ff1e2b355c5944e1🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cade-and-kit/id1771553610📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/cadeandkithttps://Blog.cadeandkit.cominfo@CadeandKit.com | |||
| The Pursuit Of Happyness S3E14 Cade and Kit | 13 Nov 2025 | 00:25:01 | |
In this week’s episode, Cade brings one of the most iconic rags-to-riches films of the 2000s: The Pursuit of Happyness—spelled with a “y,” much to the main character’s ongoing frustration. Based on the true story of Chris Gardner, the film follows a single father trying to break into the world of stockbroking through an unpaid internship while everything in his life is falling apart. Cade shares why this movie stayed with him all these years: the grit, the stubborn optimism, and the ability to stay calm under pressure even when the pressure is overwhelming. Kit dives into why this film remains one of Will Smith’s strongest performances. So many of the scenes rely entirely on his facial expressions and his internal world—there are long stretches where it's just him, the camera, and whatever moment of survival he’s trying to navigate. They talk about how the film captures the real cost of chasing a dream: the eviction, the motel, the shelter line, the subway bathroom, and the constant fear of not being enough for your child. It’s a very different version of the American Dream narrative—one where the “dream” is simply getting through the week and keeping your dignity intact. Cade breaks down the scene that stood out most to him: Chris telling his son not to let anyone—including him—limit what he believes he can do. Kit highlights the brilliance in the way the film ties Chris’ childhood, intelligence, and work ethic into the story without ever turning it into a cliché. They also get into the uncomfortable reality of working unpaid, being underestimated, and trying to perform professionalism while experiencing homelessness. And, of course, they discuss how Chris’ relentless problem-solving—cutting minutes anywhere he can, taking big swings, showing up even when everything goes wrong—became the foundation for his future success. By the time they reach the iconic final scene—the silent tears, the self-clap in the crowded street—it’s easy to see why both hosts consider this one of the most emotionally honest rags-to-riches stories ever made. It’s not glossy. It’s not convenient. But it’s deeply human. This episode was brought to you by...LocalLaundry.ca🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kaH2BpUcEouX5LWCUQ7ed?si=ff1e2b355c5944e1🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cade-and-kit/id1771553610📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/cadeandkithttps://Blog.cadeandkit.cominfo@CadeandKit.com | |||
| Erin Brockovich S3E13 Cade and Kit | 07 Nov 2025 | 00:25:33 | |
What makes Erin Brockovich work is how grounded its transformation feels. It’s a true “rags to riches” arc, but the riches come from relentless empathy and long hours, not a lottery ticket. The film never treats Erin’s sexuality as a flaw to be corrected. Her miniskirts and leopard-print tops become part of her armor—an outward declaration that she’ll navigate the system on her own terms. Even when she’s surrounded by suits, she refuses to shrink herself to fit their rooms. Another reason the story resonates is how the investigation unfolds through trust rather than procedure. Erin wins people over because she listens. She remembers their children’s names, their illnesses, their stories. When the corporate lawyers send in polished paralegals with clipboards, the townspeople freeze; when Erin shows up in her convertible with a messy notepad and a genuine tone, they open their doors. Her version of professionalism is humanity, and that becomes the weapon that topples a billion-dollar lie. he film also nails the satisfaction of discovery. The infamous “smoking-gun” document—the memo proving the company knew it was contaminating the groundwater—doesn’t come from forensic brilliance. It comes from persistence and kindness. Erin’s reputation in the community earns her the trust of a plant worker who secretly saved the memo after being told to shred it. That moment captures the heart of the film: big change often starts with one person deciding not to look away. Finally, the story’s moral arithmetic feels right. The money that pours in at the end doesn’t erase the harm, but it creates possibility—for medical care, for rebuilding, for independence. Erin’s own financial win isn’t indulgence; it’s validation that integrity and grit can have tangible outcomes. The riches amplify her ability to keep doing the work. Erin Brockovich remains a near-perfect blend of crowd-pleaser and conscience-raiser. It respects working-class communities, celebrates female agency without sanding off the edges, and delivers an ending that earns every cheer. Kit calls it “a biopic that respects real voices and lets a complicated woman lead without apology.” Cade describes it as “a brisk, funny legal thriller with real-world stakes and zero cape.” Both rated it 8 out of 10, agreeing that it’s the rare inspirational film that keeps its calluses. This episode was brought to you by... LocalLaundry.ca 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kaH2BpUcEouX5LWCUQ7ed?si=ff1e2b355c5944e1 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cade-and-kit/id1771553610 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/cadeandkit https://Blog.cadeandkit.com info@CadeandKit.com | |||
| The Call S3E12 Cade and Kit | 30 Oct 2025 | 00:23:44 | |
Some survival stories drop you in the wilderness. Others trap you in a trunk. The Call takes a confined space and turns it into a masterclass in pressure and problem-solving. Halle Berry stars as Jordan, a 911 operator whose first big call went horribly wrong—and who’s forced to face her trauma when a second girl is abducted. The clock is ticking, the call is live, and survival depends on two strangers staying calm enough to outthink a killer.
It also builds its villain slowly. A normal-looking man with a job, a wife, and two kids becomes more disturbing with every clue—his home lined with childhood photos, a secret memorial to his dead sister, and a second property in the woods. By the time the story reaches that basement, we’ve learned how obsession and grief can warp into something unrecognizable. Like a lot of high-concept thrillers, it moves fast enough that logic occasionally lags behind. The final act pushes into horror territory—complete with secret rooms, scalp collections, and a showdown that’s more cathartic than realistic. Kit calls it “a little twisted, but satisfyingly so.” Cade’s take? “It’s not trying to be subtle. It’s a rollercoaster—you get on for the ride.” For Cade, The Call nails what a rewatchable thriller should be: tight, inventive, grounded in just enough realism to feel like a nightmare you could stumble into. For Kit, it’s an example of how survival doesn’t always mean the woods or the elements—it can mean keeping your voice steady when everything else is falling apart. Both hosts agree: it’s an underrated gem that deserves more credit than it ever got. This episode was brought to you by... purrclothing.ca drinknorthern.com 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kaH2BpUcEouX5LWCUQ7ed?si=ff1e2b355c5944e1 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cade-and-kit/id1771553610 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/cadeandkit https://Blog.cadeandkit.com info@CadeandKit.com | |||