
The Movie Ladder Podcast
By The Movie Ladder Podcast with Zach and Brendan
We've covered 150+ movies over the last few years and look forward to many more.

The Movie Ladder PodcastJun 06, 2023

Hugo with Meaghan Thee Librarian (“I feel just like Jean Valjean")
Meaghan Thee Librarian joins Brendan and Zach discuss Scorsese's HUGO. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:23:53. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Showtime) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find Meaghan on Twitter (@cosmislibrary) and on Letterboxd (@meaghan). You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie).
Check out our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Les Misérables (The Jack in the Hat)
Brendan and Zach discuss Les Misérables. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:31:41. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Netflix) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie).
Check out our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

The Prestige with Meaghan Thee Librarian (The Magic Box)
Brendan and Zach are joined by Meaghan Thee Librarian to discuss THE PRESIGE. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:34:20. So (re)watch the film (currently available for streaming rental) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find Meaghan on Twitter (@cosmiclibrary) and on Letterboxd (@meaghan). You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie).
Check out our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).
And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2023!

The Inventor: Out for Blood in Silicon Valley (Inventing Fabrications)
Brendan and Zach discuss our first documentary The Inventor: Out for Blood in Silicon Valley. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:05:26. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on HBOMax) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie).
Check out our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Shattered Glass (Fact & Fiction in DC)
Brendan and Zach discuss SHATTERED GLASS. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:06:25. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming free on Youtube or ad supported on Tubi, Roku and Freevee) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie).
Check out our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

All the President's Men (A Conspiracy in the White House)
Brendan and Zach discuss ALL THE PRESIDENT'S MEN. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:19:00. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on HBOMax) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie).
Check out our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Clear and Present Danger (Ford's Threequel)
Brendan and Zach open the book on Tom Clancy's CLEAR AND PRESENT DANGER. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:16:43. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Paramount+) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie).
Check out our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Return of the Jedi with DM Filly (Last Jedi Crusade)
A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away...
Brendan and Zach are rejoined by R Filly to dive into RETURN OF THE JEDI (and really everything Star Wars). We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 2:33:35(!). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Disney+) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find Rich on Twitter @DMFilly. You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie).
Check out our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (Choose Your Own Adventure)
Brendan and Zach return to the trilogy and discuss INDIANA JONES AND THE LAST CRUSADE. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:37:53. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Paramount+) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie).
Check out our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza). Listen to our Raiders of the Last Ark podcast from season 1.

The Mask of Zorro (Swashbuckling Man in Black)
Brendan and Zach discuss THE MASK OF ZORRO. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:12:34. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Netflix) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie).
Check out our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

The Princess Bride (Storybook Fairytale)
Brendan and Zach discuss THE PRINCESS BRIDE. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:10:38. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Disney+) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
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You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie).
Check out our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Shrek with Shut Up Tim (My Shrekin' Donkey)
Brendan and Zach are joined by Shut Up Tim to discuss SHREK. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:29:35. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Amazon Prime and Peacock) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find Shut/Shrek Up Tim on Letterboxd (@ShutUpTim) and on Twitter (@ShutUpTim). You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie).
Check out our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).
And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2023!<

The Banshees of Inisherin (My Friend Jenny)
Brendan and Zach feckin' discuss 2023 Best Picture nominee The Banshees of Inisherin. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:27:08. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on HBOMax) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie).
Check out our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Forrest Gump (The Curious Book)
Brendan and Zach discuss FORREST GUMP. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:16:40. So (re)watch the film (streaming on Netflix until March 31) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie).
Check out our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (Aging Gracefully)
Brendan and Zach discuss THE CURIOUS CASE OF BENJAMIN BUTTON. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:12:39. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Paramount+) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie).
Check out our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

On Golden Pond with Meaghan Thee Librarian (Henry Fonda in a Hat)
Brendan and Zach are joined by Meaghan Thee Librarian to discuss ON GOLDEN POND. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:18:18. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Kanopy and Peacock) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find Meaghan on Twitter (@cosmiclibrary) and on Letterboxd (@Meaghan). And join all three of us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2023!
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie).
Check out our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Once Upon a Time in the West (The Way of Water)
Brendan and Zach discuss ONCE UPON A TIME IN THE WEST. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:33:27. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Showtime streaming) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie).
Check out our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

The Treasure of the Sierra Madre (The Wealth of the Sierras)
Apologies for the poor audio quality at times during the episode. Blame Skype not us.
Brendan and Zach discuss THE TREASURE OF THE SIERRA MADRE. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:13:48. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on HBOMax) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie).
Check out our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Wild with Meaghan Thee Librarian (Woah, That's Wild)
Brendan and Zach are joined by Meaghan Thee Librarian to talk about the 2014 film WILD. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:35:30. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on streaming rental) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find Meaghan on Twitter (@cosmiclibrary) and on Letterboxd (@Meaghan). And join all three of us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2023!
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie).
Check out our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Into the Wild with DM Filly (Sean Penn Behind the Camera)
DM Filly makes his Movie Ladder Podcast with Brendan and Zach to discuss INTO THE WILD. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:58:55. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on streaming rental) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
Follow DM Filly on Twitter (@DMFilly) and on Twitch (@DMFilly). You can find him podcasting over on Post Show Recaps -- including Star Wars coverage with Brendan.
You can find us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

The Secret Life of Walter Mitty (LIFE Imitates Art)
Brendan and Zach discuss THE SECRET LIFE OF WALTER MITTY. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:18:40. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on HBO Max) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie).
Check out our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Pollock (Ed, Val and Jen)
Brendan and Zach discuss the 2000 biopic POLLOCK. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:15:00. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Criterion Channel) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie).
Check out our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Top Gun: Maverick (The Fastest Man in the World) - Season 4 Premiere
Brendan and Zach discuss TOP GUN: MAVERICK (we also covered the original TOP GUN in 2020). We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:29:47. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Paramount+) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie).
Check out our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

One Last Thing - S3 Wrap Up (Bonus Pod)
Zach and Brendan wrap up the third season of the podcast, we go through the movies we covered this year, give out awards and look ahead to season 4 in 2023.
This week we're kicking things off with TOP GUN: MAVERICK (streaming on Paramount+). Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie).
Check out our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Casino (What Happens in Vegas) -- Season 3 Finale
We've reached the end of Season 3! Brendan and Zach close the books discussing CASINO. They deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:11:48. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Peacock [for 4 more days] and Hulu) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie).
Check out our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Leaving Las Vegas (Caged Angel)
Brendan and Zach discuss LEAVING LAS VEGAS. They deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:01:08. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Amazon Prime) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and renominate a suggestion from this year for our season 4 premiere to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).
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The Family Man (It's an Alternate Life)
Brendan and Zach discuss THE FAMILY MAN. They deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:02:20. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Peacock) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie).
Check out our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast (movies up to about page 32 are eligible as suggestions for season 4 episode 1). You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

It's a Wonderful Life (From Worst to Wonderful)
Brendan and Zach discuss IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE. They deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:17:59. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Amazon Prime and others) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie).
Check out our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast (movies up to page 10 are eligible as suggestions for 2023's season 4 episode 1). You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

The Worst Person in the World (Lie-Ing in Scandinavia)
Brendan and Zach discuss THE WORST PERSON IN THE WORLD. They deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:12:20. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Hulu and Kanopy) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie).
Check out our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast (this will be helpful as we get ready for the first suggestion for season 4). You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Bergman Island (The Island of Vicky Krieps)
Brendan and Zach discuss BERGMAN ISLAND. They deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:05:48. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Hulu) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie).
You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Old (Memories We Didn’t Have)
Brendan and Zach discuss OLD for episode 150. They deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:11:10. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on HBO Max) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and NOW Instagram (@laddermovie).
Check out our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

I'm Thinking of Ending Things (Landscapes of Memories)
Brendan and Zach discuss I'M THINKING OF ENDING THINGS. They deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:13:27. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Netflix) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and NOW Instagram (@laddermovie).
Check out our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Vanilla Sky (Cruisin' the Sky)
Brendan and Zach discuss VANILLA SKY. They deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:19:45. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Paramount+) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and NOW Instagram (@laddermovie).
Check out our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

War of the Worlds (Spielberg's Aliens)
Brendan and Zach discuss WAR OF THE WORLDS (2005). They deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:09:32. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Paramount+) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and NOW Instagram (@laddermovie).
Check out our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (The Visitors of June 1982)
Brendan and Zach discuss their Top 5 things about E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial. They deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:33:40. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Peacock) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). View our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Poltergeist (Jerry’s (Creepy) Kids)
Brendan and Zach discuss POLTERGEIST. They deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:17:30. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on HBOMax) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). View our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

The Omen (Damned Yankee)
Brendan and Zach discuss THE OMEN. They deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:11:30. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on HBOMax) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). View our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Damn Yankees (A Baseball Streak)
Brendan and Zach discuss DAMN YANKEES. They deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:05:50. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Amazon Prime) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). View our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Major League (All About That Baseball)
Brendan and Zach discuss the 1980's baseball comedy MAJOR LEAGUE. They deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:01:40. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Paramount+) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). View our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Moneyball (Bad News Beane)
Brendan and Zach step up to the plate to talk about MONEYBALL. They deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:20:56. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Hulu) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). View our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

The Bad News Bears (Little Bears)
Brendan and Zach discuss THE Bad News Bears. They deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 52:57. So (re)watch the film (currently available for streaming rental) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). View our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Little Giants (The Band is on the Field)
Brendan and Zach discuss LITTLE GIANTS. They deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 59:00. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Tubi or streaming rental) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). View our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

My Blue Heaven (Nick and Nora, Home Alone, in 1990)
Brendan and Zach discuss MY BLUE HEAVEN. They deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:10:30. So (re)watch the film (currently available for streaming rental) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). View our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

GoodFellas (Summer of Sorvino)
Brendan and Zach discuss GoodFellas and welcome Martin Scorsese to Five Timers Club. They deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:19:37. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on HBOMax and Netflix) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). View our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Summer of Sam ('Who is this guy, f’n William Shakespeare?')
Brendan and Zach travel back to 1977 to discuss SUMMER OF SAM. They deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:13:41. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Hoopla) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). View our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Romeo + Juliet with Meaghan Thee Librarian (Romy & Sorvin-O)
Brendan and Zach are joined by Meaghan Thee Librarian for the 5th (!) time to discuss ROMEO + JULIET. They deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:34:20. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on HBO Max) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can follow Meaghan on Letterboxd (@Meaghan) and on Twitter (@cosmiclibrary).
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). View our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Romy and Michele's High School Reunion with Taylor Cotter ('Time After Time')
Taylor Cotter reunites with The Movie Ladder Podcast to discuss ROMY AND MICHELE'S HIGH SCHOOL REUNION. They deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:15:10. So (re)watch the film (currently available on streaming rental) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). View our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Peggy Sue Got Married ('Time of Your Life')
Brendan and Zach discuss PEGGY SUE GOT MARRIED. They deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:06:57. So (re)watch the film (currently available for streaming rental) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). View our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Dazed and Confused -- In Person (See You Linklater)
Brendan and Zach are in person at Brendan's apartment to discuss DAZED AND CONFUSED. They deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:16:32. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Peacock Premium) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). View our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Apollo 10 1/2 (By NASA's Calculations?)
Brendan and Zach discuss the latest Richard Linklater movie Apollo 10 1/2. They deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:13:25. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Netflix only) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
Listener Jim shared this article about the technology behind the Apollo 1/2 animation.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). View our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Hidden Figures (The ADDitional Stuff)
Brendan and Zach discuss 2016's HIDDEN FIGURES. They deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:13:51. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Disney+) and listen along to the discussion. For further reading see the two articles Latonya sent us On The Problematic And Unnecessary White Saviors In Hidden Figures and Oscar-nominated “Hidden Figures” was whitewashed — but it didn’t have to be.
Stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). View our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

The Right Stuff with Marissa Garza (Heroes of Flight)
Brendan and Zach are joined for the first time by Marissa Garza (@marzbars) to discuss THE RIGHT STUFF. They deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:31:00. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on HBOMax) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com. We may be recording our next episode a day or two early, so get that feedback in ASAP.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). View our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

The Rocketeer (Inventing Howard Hughes)
Brendan and Zach fly into THE ROCKETEER. They deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:13:00. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Disney+) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). View our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

The Aviator with Meaghan Thee Librarian ('Silent Pictures are Yesterday’s News')
Brendan and Zach are joined by Scorsese superfan Meaghan Thee Librarian to fly into THE AVIATOR. They deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:52:10. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on HBOMax) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find Meaghan on Twitter (@cosmiclibrary) and on Letterboxd (@Meaghan).
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). View our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Chaplin (A Conversation with Anthony Hopkins)
Brendan and Zach discuss the Charlie Chaplin biopic CHAPLIN. They deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:19:12. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on HBOMax) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). View our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Fracture ('Give The Devil His Due Process')
Brendan and Zach discuss FRACTURE. They deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:12:15. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Hoopla) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). View our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

The Devil's Advocate (The Devil’s Accent)
Brendan and Zach discuss THE DEVIL'S ADVOCATE. They deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:21:45. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Netflix [until May 31]) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). View our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Ghost Rider ('Nice Jacket')
Brendan and Zach discuss Marvel's pre-MCU GHOST RIDER. They deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:08:29. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Starz or for streaming rental) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). View our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Easy Rider (Three’s Company Tu)
Brendan and Zach hop on their motorcycles to dive into EASY RIDER. They deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:12:45. So (re)watch the film (currently available for streaming rental) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). View our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Y Tu Mamá También (You ARE Trying To Seduce Me)
Brendan and Zach discuss Y Tu Mamá También. They deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:10:14. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Criterion Channel) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). View our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

The Graduate (Emerging Adulthood with ABBA & Garfunkel)
Brendan and Zach check into THE GRADUATE. They deep-deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:46:28. So (re)watch the film (currently available for streaming rental) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). View our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Muriel's Wedding (Australia’s Mamma Mia!)
Brendan and Zach discuss MURIEL'S (Mariel?) WEDDING. They dive deep into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:10:15. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Cinemax GO or streaming rental) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). View our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Mamma Mia! with Amy and Haley (Meryl's Family Hijinks)
Brendan and Zach are joined by Amy and Haley of the Bachelor RHAP-Up Podcast to tap their toes to ABBA and discuss MAMMA MIA. They dive deep into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:16:11. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Peacock) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
Find Amy on Twitter @RHAPRecapper and Haley on Twitter @hstrong_. You can find their Podcasts on Reality TV RHAP-Ups.
You can find the Movie Ladder Podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). View our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

August: Osage County (My Dinner with Meryl)
Brendan and Zach gather around the table to talk through AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY. They dive deep into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:11:52. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Netflix) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). View our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

The Hours with Meaghan Thee Librarian (Meet Virginia Woolf)
Brendan and Zach are joined by Meaghan Thee Librarian to travel through generations and discuss THE HOURS. They dive deep into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:34:44. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on HBOMax) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com. Follow Meaghan on Twitter @cosmiclibrary and on Letterboxd @Meaghan.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). View our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? (Marriage on the Rocks)
Brendan and Zach spend the night with George and Marth to discuss WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF?. They dive deep into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:22:22. So (re)watch the film (currently available for streaming rental) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). View our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

A Streetcar Named Desire (A Kazan Dealing in Family Issues)
Brendan and Zach take a trip to New Orleans to discuss A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE. They dive deep into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:13:00. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on HBO Max) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). View our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

The Big Sick with LaTonya Starks (Love & Marriage in an Oscar Nominated Screenplay)
Brendan and Zach are joined by LaTonya Starks to discuss THE BIG SICK. They dive deep into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:43:15. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Amazon Prime) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com. Follow LaTonya on Twitter @LKStarks and be sure to check out her variety of podcasts on Post Show Recaps.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). View our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Brooklyn with Melissa Woodward and Kevin Mahadeo (Based on a Book with Love Letters)
Brendan and Zach are joined by Post Show Recaps' Melissa Woodward (@melissaw28) and Kevin Mahadeo (@kevmahadeo) to discuss BROOKLYN. They dive deep into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:39:00. So (re)watch the film (currently available for streaming rental) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com. Check out Kevin and Melissa hosting all kinds of podcast at Post Show Recaps.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). View our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

The Notebook with Sara Orrick (Rachel McAdams Through Time)
Brendan and Zach are joined by Sara Orrick to celebrate Valentine's Week with THE NOTEBOOK. They dive deep into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:12:41. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on HBO Max) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). View our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

About Time with Taylor Cotter Bruneaux (Richard Curtis' Alternate Universe)
Brendan and Zach are joined by MLP time loop correspondent Taylor Cotter Bruneaux to discuss ABOUT TIME. They dive deep into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:29:55. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Netflix) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
Find Taylor on Twitter (@taylorcotter) and find her improve theater Kismet Improv. You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). View our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Yesterday (Meet the Beatles)
Brendan and Zach discuss YESTERDAY. They dive deep into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:16:05. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on streaming rental) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). View our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Across the Universe (2007 Movie Musical)
Brendan and Zach discuss the Beatles musical ACROSS THE UNIVERSE. They dive deep into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:12:58. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Hoopla) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). View our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Once with Grace Leeder ('Falling' in Love in Ireland)
Brendan and Zach are joined by Post Show Recap's Grace Leeder to discuss ONCE. They dive deep into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:05:23. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Amazon Prime) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
Watch the music video for Glen Hansard's song FITZCARRALDO (Ladder connection!)
You can follow Grace and all of her podcasts on Twitter (@hifromgrace) and on Letterboxd (@gofromgrace). You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). View our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

The Quiet Man (1920's Ireland)
Brendan and Zach discuss THE QUIET MAN. They dive deep into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:01:33. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Hulu and Paramount+) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). View our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Michael Collins with Eolan Allen (1922 Centennial) - Season 3 Premiere
Brendan and Zach are joined by Eolan Allen to kick off The Movie Ladder Podcast season 3 as they discuss MICHAEL COLLINS. They dive deep into the movie, Eolan gives a history lesson, they discuss listener feedback and the gang decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The next movie discussion begins at 1:12:08. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Hoopla) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find Eolan on Twitter (@Eolan7) and on Letterboxd (@EolanAllen). You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). View our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Season 2 Wrap Up (Bonus Pod)
Zach and Brendan wrap up their second season of the podcast, we go through the movies we covered this year, give out awards and look ahead to season 3 in 2022.
Next week we're starting season 3 with Michael Collins. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). View our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Parenthood (Motherhood with Dianne Weist)
Happy New Year!
Brendan and Zach close out season 2 of The Movie Ladder Podcast with PARENTHOOD. They dive deep into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the first movie rung for the Ladder season 3. The next movie discussion begins at 1:05:00. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Peacock) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can also find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). View our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Edward Scissorhands (Tim Burton's Gothic Christmas) + Spider-Man: No Way Home SPOILERS
Brendan and Zach discuss EDWARD SCISSORHANDS and then at the end of the episode have a spoiler-filled discussion about the new Spider-Man movie (1:28:00). They dive deep into Edward Scissorhands as a dark fairytale, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The Ladder discussion begins at 1:02:23. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Disney+?!?) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week.
Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com. As a reminder, next week's suggestions will be for season 3, episode 1 so we are taking suggestions of any movie suggested during season 2. Bonus points if it's a movie that you have previously suggested and bonus+ points if you can make a good claim for why we should start season 3 with this movie. View our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast, season 2 movies are on pages 1-9.
You can also find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Batman Returns (Walken in a Winter Wonderland)
Brendan and Zach discuss BATMAN RETURNS. They dive deep into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The Ladder discussion begins at 1:32:06. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on HBO Max) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
Read the Batman-Online article about German Expressionism and Batman Returns as provided by Mac.
You can also find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). View our Watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast.
You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Bonus Mini-Pod: Update on Next Week's Movie
We goofed so we're changing next week's movie. Take a listen after you listen to the Catch Me If You Can podcast.

Catch Me If You Can (Teenage Conman)
Brendan and Zach discuss CATCH ME IF YOU CAN. They dive deep into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The Ladder discussion begins at 1:05:00. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Paramount+) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can also find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Ferris Bueller's Day Off with Av Sinensky (High School Trio Navigates Life)
Brendan and Zach are joined by original cohost Av Sinensky to discuss FERRIS BUELLER'S DAY OFF. They list their individual top 5 elements lists for this movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The Ladder discussion begins at 1:17:54. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Paramount+) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com. Follow Av on Twitter (@asinensky), Letterboxd (@asinensky) and follow his Curb Your Enthusiasm Podcast (@prettygoodcurb) and There Will Be Pod (@32fansmovies).
You can also find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Rebel Without a Cause with Meaghan Thee Librarian (1955 New Kid In Town)
Brendan and Zach are joined by Meaghan Thee Librarian to open the book on REBEL WITHOUT A CAUSE. They dive deep into the movie, the performances, the reds and the cultural influences. Then discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The Ladder discussion begins at 1:17:04. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on HBO Max) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com. You can find Meaghan on Letterboxd (she's an OG) and on Twitter @Cosmiclibrary.
You can also find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Back to the Future (Robert Zemeckis + Christopher Lloyd + Alan Silvestri)
Brendan and Zach hit 88 MPH and activate the Flux Capacitor to discuss BACK TO THE FUTURE. They dive deep into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The Ladder discussion begins at 1:30:48. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Peacock) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can also find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Who Framed Roger Rabbit (Kathleen Turner Overdrive)
Brendan and Zach discuss WHO FRAMED ROGER RABBIT. They dive deep into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The Ladder discussion begins at 1:02:30. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Disney+ and Amazon Prime) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can also find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Serial Mom with LaTonya Starks (Unsuspecting Female Serial Killer)
Brendan and Zach are joined by Latoya Starks to discuss SERIAL MOM. They dive deep into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The Ladder discussion begins at 1:25:11. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Peacock) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com. You can find LaTonya on Twitter @lkstarks and podcasting numerous shows on Post Show Recaps.
You can also find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Freaky (Can a Detmer Survive High School)
Brendan and Zach discuss FREAKY. They dive deep into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The Ladder discussion begins at 1:03:45. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on HBOMax) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can also find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Final Destination (Death Is Coming For You)
Brendan and Zach discuss FINAL DESTINATION. They dive deep into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The Ladder discussion begins at 1:03:30. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on HBO Max) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can also find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

The Parallax View (Pakula's Conspiracy with Cronyn) AND BONUS Squid Game Spoilers
Brendan and Zach discuss THE PARALLAX VIEW (1974). They dive deep into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The Ladder discussion begins at 1:23:42. Then we get into a bonus SPOILER discussion about Netflix's Squid Game (starts at 1:51:44)
So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Amazon Prime and Kanopy) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can also find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

The Pelican Brief (A Washington Investigation)
Brendan and Zach open the book on John Grisham to discuss THE PELICAN BRIEF. They dive deep into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The Ladder discussion begins at 1:13:39. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on HBO Max) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can also find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Déjà Vu with John Gilpatrick (Tony Scott Surveillance Thriller)
Brendan and Zach are joined by John Gilpatrick (@JohnLGilpatrick on Twitter, @JohnLGilpatrick on Letterboxd) discuss Déjà Vu. They dive deep into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The Ladder discussion begins at 1:34:40. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming for 3 more days on Amazon Prime) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can also find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza). You can find John's website at John Likes Movies.

Spy Game (Robert Redford's Long Con)
Brendan and Zach discuss SPY GAME. They dive deep into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The Ladder discussion begins at 1:11:20. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Peacock Premium) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can also find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

The Sting (1973 Cons in the 1930's Midwest)
Brendan and Zach discuss THE STING. They dive deep into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The Ladder discussion begins at 1:08:26. So (re)watch the film (currently available for streaming rental) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can also find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Paper Moon (Bogdanovich & O’Neal & Kahn & Others)
Sorry, the audio is kinda spotty this episode.
Brendan and Zach discuss PAPER MOON. They dive deep into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The Ladder discussion begins at 1:00:55. So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Amazon Prime) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can also find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

What's Up, Doc? ("What's Up, Doc?")
Brendan and Zach discuss WHAT'S UP, DOC?. They dive deep into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The Ladder discussion begins at 1:12:52. So (re)watch the film (currently available for streaming rental) and listen along to the discussion. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can also find the podcast on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder) and Twitter (@LadderMovie). You can find each of us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).

Inherent Vice (Hazy LA Detective)
Brendan and Zach discuss INHERENT VICE. They dive deep into the movie, discuss listener feedback and decide the suggestion for the next movie rung in the Ladder. The Ladder discussio