Is Grease still "the word?" Ben & Megan are about to find out! For the season 5 finale, they've invited 5 amazing guests from the Thicket & Thistle podcast to help them get Back to School and find their very own Cool Rider as they discuss 1982's red-headed step-cousin of movie musicals, 'Grease 2,' starring Michelle Pfeiffer, Maxwell Caulfield, Chr…

And the winner is.....YOU! On a very special episode of SIMAC, Ben & Megan (and producer Molly) celebrate Hollywood's most sacred of nights by reviewing one of the best foreign films to grace the 2000 Academy Awards, Ang Lee's 'Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon' starring Chou Yun-Fat, Michelle Yeoh, and Zhang Ziyi! They're also changing up the format …

Ben & Megan (and producer Molly) are joined by NYC artists Sarah White and Max Henry as they open the Pandora's Box that is Tim Burton's mind in the 1988 comedy classic, 'Beetlejuice,' starring Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, Geena Davis, Alec Baldwin, and Catherine O'Hara! The SIMAC gang deep dive into the films' affect on pop culture, Broadway, and…

Surfs up, brah! This week, Ben & Megan (and producer Molly) welcome special guests Mia Allen & Chris Eadicicco from Alight Films to discuss the classic action heist bonanza that is 1991's 'Point Break' starring Keanu Reeves and the late, great, always moist Patrick Swayze. Thankfully, Chris is an expert when it comes to all things PB, and will help…

It's just another day of sun for Ben, Megan, producer Molly, and special guest Stafford Jones from the 'Tipsy by 12' podcast as they collectively get their fix of Vitamin D from 2016's 'La La Land', directed by Damien Chazelle, and starring Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone! Set in modern-day Los Angeles but dressed in 1950's threads, Sebastian and Mia a…

This week, Ben & Megan (and producer Molly) slow things down a bit as they discuss their thoughts on the groundbreaking film 'Moonlight', starring Mahershala Ali and directed by Barry Jenkins, based on the play by Tarell Alvin McCraney. In their collective first ever viewing of the film, they discuss the themes and arcs that spoke to them most, the…

This week, Ben, Megan, producer Molly, and their VERY special guests Tom McGovern and Talia Suskauer don their dustiest fedoras, spin their six-shooters, and oil-up their bullwhips as they set out in a race for the Ark of the Covenant against Adolf Hitler's Nazis in the classic action/adventure film 'Raiders of the Lost Ark' starring Harrison Ford,…

"Go, Tootsie, Go!" Join Ben, Megan, producer Molly, and special guest Patrick Oliver Jones from the 'Why I'll Never Make It' podcast as they get SUPER meta in their review of 1982's 'Tootsie' starring Dustin Hoffman, Jessica Lange, Teri Garr, and Bill Murray. As theatre folks living in a Covid-19 world, they'll discuss the pros and cons of doing wh…

"Your move, creep!" This week, Ben & Megan (and producer Molly!) are joined by LA-based acting/writing/producing/comedian-ing power couple, Jake & Katie Michels! Together, they'll practice their best robot moves while they deep-dive into Paul Veerhoeven's 1987 action film, 'RoboCop', starring Peter Weller and Kurtwood Smith! They collectively disma…

This week, Ben & Megan (and producer Molly!) are joined by special guests Conner and Dylan from 'The Drama Podcast' to discuss their MANY collective thoughts on Netflix's 'The Prom!' They'll discuss the 3 C's: Corden, casting, and controversies. They'll ask the important questions, like: Why is Emma always smiling? Can union members join non-union …

Season 5 is here! It's the Year of the Ox, so naturally, Ben & Megan (and producer Molly!) wear double-masks as they catch a 1st class flight to romance in their first-ever viewing of the 2018 romantic comedy, Crazy Rich Asians! They talk about ALL things Michelle Yeoh, dumplings, GamGam, THAT WEDDING SCENE, parties on frigates, and how to properly…

Let's do the Time Warp again! This week, Ben & Megan pull up their fishnet stockings and synch-up their tightest corsets to join Tim Curry and company in this wild ride of a movie, based on the musical of the (mostly) same name! Brad and Janet are newly engaged, but tragedy befalls them in the form of a flat tire, They must now seek shelter in the …

Cher-ing is caring! Journey back to the 90's with Ben & Megan as they get WAY meta in their review of this brilliantly written comedy from writer-director Amy Heckerling (Fast Time At Ridgemont High). Alicia Silverstone shines as the rich, popular, Beverly Hills high school socialite who fancies herself a matchmaker! She's not looking for love, but…

In small town Texas, they live by the three F's: Faith, family, and FOOTBALL! And steroids. And whipped-cream bikinis. Ben & Megan take a knee and kick up a free throw for a home run in this 1999 coming of age sports dramedy, Varsity Blues! Join that one guy from Dawson's Creek (no, the other guy) as he navigates his senior year of high school, com…

How do you get over a bad breakup with Elizabeth Shue? By grabbing your banzai tree and catching a plane to Okinawa with everyone's favorite karate bromance, Miyagi and Laruso! They're off to Japan in search of honor in Ben & Megan's review of The Karate Kid: Part 2! Mr. Miyagi gets a letter from an ex that sends him back to confront not only his l…

Have you been waiting for a film that truly showcases the lives of struggling artists in New York City? Well FUGGETABOUDIT, cuz Ben & Megan are riding the Express A train all the way down to WTF-ville in Netflix's 2019 "movie" High Strung Free Dance (It's a SEQUEL!). Witness the LITERALLY impossible journey's of 3 NYC artists, like Charlie Bucket, …

Send up five 'Hail Mary's' and two 'Hello, Whoopi's' for this feel-good comedy from 1992 (and Disney?!), Sister Act! You'll get goosebumps for these old ladies' tight harmonies and big hearts. Whoopi Goldberg shines as the lounge-singing fish outta water in Dame Maggie Smith's struggling convent. Not only will they save the roof, they'll raise it! …

*This episode is a commentary track meant to be played while watching the movie Space Jam (1997)* Sufferin' Succotash! Danny DeVito needs some new attractions for his Alien Amusement Park! He has his sights set on the Looney Tunes Squad, and has challenged them to a game of basketball. Luckily, the Tunes have some AIR up their sleeve, plus a few ra…

This one's for the little guys everywhere! This week on So I Married a Cinephile, Ben and Megan study-up on their sorcery and crack open the magic acorn that is 1988's 'Willow'! This movie mixes a bit of The Princess Bride with a bit of The Lord of the Rings to deliver a knock-out punch of great 80's nostalgia, special effects, and Ron Howard's bra…

Grab you favorite wheelchair cushion and catch the nearest hovercraft back to 1995 as Ben & Megan review Rumble In The Bronx! Everybody's kung-fu fighting in Jackie Chan's big introduction to American audiences. Be sure to smash that subscribe button, give us a like, share us with friends (and enemies), and be sure to find us on Instagram, Facebook…

Grab your One-Eyed Willies and sail the high but not-so-deep seas with Ben and Megan as they review this 1995 holiday classic(?) starring Geena Davis and Matthew Modine. When this ship sinks, it takes careers with it! Come hear all about the movie that killed the pirate genre for nearly a decade. For the month of August, all donations will go to th…

We say YES YES YES to our review of When Harry Met Sally! Another Rob Reiner film that will make you think that you can fall in love with your best friend if you just give it 12 years and 3 months. Subscribe, share, and review our podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/soimarriedacinephile/message…

Grab your best VerSayCe dress and put on some goggles - It's gonna be a ROUGH one! This week we welcome special guest Jason Satterlund to help us review this doozie of a film, Showgirls! Please like, subscribe, share, and rate us on iTunes! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/soimarriedacinephile/message…

We're STILL not too old for this shit! Exploding toilets? Nail gun fights? A PRINCE IN DISGUISE? No, wait that's another movie... Okay, okay, okay, okay! This week we strap in for round two of one of the best buddy cop movies known to man - Lethal Weapon 2! Please be sure to share about our podcast, all sponsorship $ for June and July goes to The N…

We gather our things and head to Kings College, cause we're not throwing away our shot! This week, we are reviewing the Broadway sensation HAMILTON! Tune in, subscribe and share - all proceeds from sponsorship for June and July go to the NAACP! You can also subscribe for our live episodes on Youtube (link in our bio) --- Send in a voice message: ht…

What a special dish of an episode this is, and not just because of the movie of the week - but because of the company! We review a movie so good, you'll be yanking your hair with glee. And with a dash of spice from our guest Stafford Jones of Tipsy Tell All, we think you'll be asking to compliment the chef as we review Disney's Ratatouille! Subscri…

A movie so good that we didn't do ANY spoilers - because we want you to watch it! Pick up that phone, power caller - cause Ben and Megan think you should watch Sorry to Bother You! Please subscribe, share, and review our podcast - thank you! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/soimarriedacinephile/message…

Since we ALL have cabin fever, we decided to set sail for adventure, treasure, and MUPPETS. Ben's first viewing, and Megan's return to Muppet Treasure Island! Donations from today's episode go to the NAACP Legal Defense Fund (https://www.naacpldf.org/about-us) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/soimarriedacinephile…

Everyone has that one weird relative... now imagine that relative is defending you for MURDER. Grab your pink camera, a couple of 'yoots' and settle in for our review (and Megan's first time watching) My Cousin Vinny! Be sure to review us on iTunes and Apple Podcasts, subscribe to our YouTube Channel, and let everyone know how much you love being a…

Ever wonder how vampire polyamorous marriages work? Neither did we. BUT we grabbed our steampunk pirate outfits, and picked 4 different accents to do at the same time, and watched VAN HELSING in real time! Rent or buy the movie, and press PLAY to listen and watch with us together! Subscribe to our YouTube channel, our social media channels, and rat…

Ready to get moist? Don't just sit in the corner, carry a watermelon on down to the sexiest dance party ever! Ben and Megan kick up their heels and crawl across the floor as they review one of the best dancing movies ever - Dirty Dancing! Like, subscribe, share, and review us! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/soi…

Me-owch. You've cat to be kitten me if you think you can watch Cats without having commentary on. This week, Megan and Ben struggle bus through the 2019 feline box office failure, Cats! Play along as you watch the movie, we cue you to make sure you're at the right spot. Like, subscribe, share, and review us! --- Send in a voice message: https://pod…

Whether it's a fluffernutter sandwich, or gravy and biscuits, we all have our comfort foods. This week Ben and Megan dig into your comfort films and feature a fan favorite, A League of Their Own! Stop crying, cause there's no crying in baseball, and grab a couple of Rockford Peaches as we review this nostalgia filled gem of a movie. Like, Subscribe…

It's all for one and one for all! This week Ben and Megan review Disney's 1993 swashbuckling hit, The Three Musketeers! Drop that Snickers bar, cause this episode will leave you satisfied. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel and wherever you listen to podcasts! All donations this week go to The United Way to help first responders as they support us al…

This week, we pump up our Reebok’s and pound some Jolt Cola as we head back to 1994 to watch Muscles from Brussels take on Gomez Addams in the action-packed gem ‘Street Fighter,’ based on the arcade game by Capcom! This cocaine-fueled thrill ride has all of your favorite characters, and ZERO Street Fighting! Witness the end of Van Damme’s career an…

Despite Covid-19, we're being Super Troopers and have another live episode ready for you. This week we review Mamma Mia! Don't go wasting your emotions, listen and subscribe (we are now on YouTube as well!) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/soimarriedacinephile/message…

Megan and Ben have their first LIVE STREAMING EPISODE! We review the last chapter in the Jedi Saga - Star Wars: Rise of Skywalker During the live stream, we raised $70 for The Global Giving Coronavirus Relief Fund - Thank you to everyone who donated! Stay tuned for more live episodes as we work to connect during this challenging time <3 --- Send in…

Check every bulb, gift wrap the cat, and hide in the attic until it's all over - Cause we watched National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation! A family friendly holiday staple, perfect for every overbearing father who (thinks he) knows best. Listen carefully this week, and check our Instagram for more details on how you can win A REGAL GIFT CARD! And don…

We can't believe we caught this, but just like the miracle that is National Lampoon Christmas Vacation, we have it to share with the world. Tune in tomorrow for Megan's first viewing of Christmas Vacation! Subscribe and share, tag us on Instagram and Twitter @simacpodcast --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/soimarri…

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Tis the season of giving, and we wanted to give you something extra special to celebrate the start of the holidays! We've taken a Thanksgiving Favorite ("A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving") and written a hilarious parody... Just for you! Why does Wintergreen Wanda have such trouble during the holidays? Will Henry Beige ever have a fight free Thanksgivin…

This week, we get our BBQ tongs and chainsaws warmed up for a killer good movie - The Texas Chainsaw Massacre! Was this movie made by vegans? Did the actors have fair working conditions? And can you guess who watched this as their first date movie? Tune in and find out! Ps - Subscribe, Follow, Share, do all that good stuff. We want to keep this pod…

If you've ever read a book you didn't want to end, you'll totally LOVE this movie! Strap in (literally) as we review Megan's first viewing of Misery, based on Stephen King's novel of the same name, directed by Rob Reiner. It's ankle breaking fun! Please subscribe and share! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/soimar…

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Cowabunga dude! We are grabbing a slice of 'za, polishing the katanas, and getting ready to get tubular as we review the 80's classic, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (no... not the CGI one... the Jim Henson Workshop one. Yeah baby, all practical). Tune in and let us know you're listening! Share about our show on Social Media, we'd love to hear from y…

Because we Can Can Can! Come what may, Megan and Ben take a break from the silver screen to watch the brilliant Broadway production of Moulin Rouge the Musical! Compare and contrast the film and the stage show, then subscribe, share, and support Ben in his upcoming Marathon! Link in our bio. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.c…

Hiya Georgie! Do you want to listen to a podcast? Grab your token, and count to three, because Megan, Ben AND special guest Jordan Jacobs returns to review this sequel to the most complicated horror movie around - It Chapter 2! Remember to subscribe and share, and let us know where you're listening from! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcast…

Grab your luck dragons and hold on your horses (literally) - This week we fly into a fantasy world with Megan's first viewing of the 80's childhood classic, The Neverending Story! A story that is LITERALLY never ending. How? You'll just have to give a listen. Subscribe and share, and don't forget to donate to Ben's Marathon Charity! --- Send in a v…

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Episode 6? More like 666! This week we go full Pacino as we discuss Megan's first viewing of The Devil's Advocate, starring Neo from The Matrix, Furiosa from Mad Max, and the Godfather himself. Enjoy the clips (we put more back in!) and this great episode. You'll have a hell of a good time! Please subscribe, share, and donate to Ben's Marathon Char…