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PODCAST

Cinema IRL

Amber Noelle & Scott Gerhardt

Movies give us countless scenarios and situations the characters have to navigate. Well, how would YOU handle these situations in you were in their place? Amber, Scott and the occasional guest tackle this very topic. We"re not a review show, but there are enough opinions between us you"ll get a little of that too. We mostly try to keep it lighthearted and funny. Sometimes we succeed, sometimes not so much, but it"s usually entertaining nonetheless, or at least we hope

tv & film philosophy

All Episodes

24:02

E230 - Not Without Hope - What Would YOU Do?

Cinema IRL ·

2025/12/31

This week, we're diving into the gripping (and frustrating) true story behind the film *Not Without Hope*, recounting a fateful 2009 fishing trip in the Gulf of Mexico. Four friends, including two NFL players, find themselves clinging to their capsized boat, battling the relentless ocean after a string of baffling decisions. Join us as we unpack how hubris and a shocking anchor mishap turned a day of fishing into a desperate fight for survival. We also debate whether Mother Nature or just plain

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25:12

E229 - Ella McCay - What Would YOU Do?

Cinema IRL ·

2025/12/29

This week, we delve into the political comedy-drama "Ella McKay", where an idealistic lieutenant governor's sudden ascent to the state's highest office quickly devolves into delightful chaos. She's not just facing the pressures of her new role; she's also wrestling with a blackmailing reporter, an infuriatingly entitled husband whose blunders know no bounds, and a family that's a masterclass in dysfunction. Join us as we unpack Ella's whirlwind governorship, her husband's truly shocking missteps,

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25:38

E228 - One Hundred Nights of Hero - What Would YOU Do?

Cinema IRL ·

2025/12/26

This week, we're diving into the delightfully absurd yet terrifying world of *100 Nights of Hero*, where our protagonist Cherry finds herself in a literal "fuck or be fucked" situation. Neglected by her husband, she has 100 days to get pregnant or die, all while her spouse makes a shocking wager with a "dangerously seductive" visitor. Get ready to unpack a bizarre, patriarchal society where women face death for everything from not procreating to literacy, and survival means navigating truly

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29:44

E227 - The Running Man - What Would YOU Do?

Cinema IRL ·

2025/12/24

Forget your typical game shows, because this week we're strapping in for the ultimate deadly reality TV: "The Running Man". We follow Ben, a man so down on his luck he's trading survival for a paycheck, as he evades professional assassins and a bloodthirsty public. Join us as we unpack the chillingly prescient themes of deepfakes and media control, along with debates about selling out your principles to live another day. Plus, we dive into some wild predictions about future tech that make today's

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29:43

E227 - The Running Man - What Would YOU Do?

Cinema IRL ·

2025/12/24

Forget your typical game shows, because this week we're strapping in for the ultimate deadly reality TV: "The Running Man". We follow Ben, a man so down on his luck he's trading survival for a paycheck, as he evades professional assassins and a bloodthirsty public. Join us as we unpack the chillingly prescient themes of deepfakes and media control, along with debates about selling out your principles to live another day. Plus, we dive into some wild predictions about future tech that make today's

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31:38

E226 - Rental Family - What Would YOU Do?

Cinema IRL ·

2025/12/22

Ever felt the crushing weight of societal expectations or just longed for a little more family drama (the paid kind, of course)? This week, we're diving into Rental Family, a thought-provoking film where Brendan Fraser plays an American actor in Tokyo hired to fill all sorts of crucial (and sometimes cringe-worthy) roles in people's lives. Join us as we unpack the surprisingly human connections that form in these manufactured relationships, debate the ethics of hiring stand-ins for life's biggest

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31:37

E226 - Rental Family - What Would YOU Do?

Cinema IRL ·

2025/12/22

Ever felt the crushing weight of societal expectations or just longed for a little more family drama (the paid kind, of course)? This week, we're diving into Rental Family, a thought-provoking film where Brendan Fraser plays an American actor in Tokyo hired to fill all sorts of crucial (and sometimes cringe-worthy) roles in people's lives. Join us as we unpack the surprisingly human connections that form in these manufactured relationships, debate the ethics of hiring stand-ins for life's biggest

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31:45

E225 - Eternity - What Would YOU Do?

Cinema IRL ·

2025/12/19

Pack your bags for the afterlife, because this week we're talking about the film Eternity! In a cosmic convention center where souls have just seven days to pick their forever home from options like "Mall World" or "Pearly Gates Club Classic," Joan faces a truly impossible choice. She must decide between the first love who patiently waited 67 years for her return and the husband she spent 65 years lovingly bickering with. Join us as we unpack the eternal bureaucracy, question the appeal of endless

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31:44

E225 - Eternity - What Would YOU Do?

Cinema IRL ·

2025/12/19

Pack your bags for the afterlife, because this week we're talking about the film Eternity! In a cosmic convention center where souls have just seven days to pick their forever home from options like "Mall World" or "Pearly Gates Club Classic," Joan faces a truly impossible choice. She must decide between the first love who patiently waited 67 years for her return and the husband she spent 65 years lovingly bickering with. Join us as we unpack the eternal bureaucracy, question the appeal of endless

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21:52

E224 - Five Nights at Freddy's Two - What Would YOU Do?

Cinema IRL ·

2025/12/17

Amber and Scott head back to the haunted pizzeria for *Five Nights at Freddy's 2*, comparing it to the "most effed up Chuck E. Cheese takeout experience ever." They dissect a sequel bursting with "Swiss cheese" plot holes, baffling character decisions, and an unexpected cameo that thrilled the audience. Join them as they unpack why this blockbuster is a fun ride for fans, even if it's far from an Oscar contender.

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21:51

E224 - Five Nights at Freddy's Two - What Would YOU Do?

Cinema IRL ·

2025/12/17

Amber and Scott head back to the haunted pizzeria for *Five Nights at Freddy's 2*, comparing it to the "most effed up Chuck E. Cheese takeout experience ever." They dissect a sequel bursting with "Swiss cheese" plot holes, baffling character decisions, and an unexpected cameo that thrilled the audience. Join them as they unpack why this blockbuster is a fun ride for fans, even if it's far from an Oscar contender.

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27:01

E223 - Wicked for Good - What Would YOU Do?

Cinema IRL ·

2025/12/15

We truly didn't have "Wicked Witch X Scarecrow sex scene" on our 2025 bingo card, but Wicked for Good delivered anyway! Join us as we unpack the second installment, where Elphaba, now an exiled activist, fights to expose the Wizard's lies and free Oz's silenced animals. We dig into Glinda's complex role as an 'inside woman' navigating a corrupt system, the surprising origins of some classic Oz characters, and a shocking revelation about Elphaba's parentage. Expect discussions on political branding,

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27:00

E223 - Wicked for Good - What Would YOU Do?

Cinema IRL ·

2025/12/15

We truly didn't have "Wicked Witch X Scarecrow sex scene" on our 2025 bingo card, but Wicked for Good delivered anyway! Join us as we unpack the second installment, where Elphaba, now an exiled activist, fights to expose the Wizard's lies and free Oz's silenced animals. We dig into Glinda's complex role as an 'inside woman' navigating a corrupt system, the surprising origins of some classic Oz characters, and a shocking revelation about Elphaba's parentage. Expect discussions on political branding,

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21:09

E222 - Zootopia 2 - What Would YOU Do?

Cinema IRL ·

2025/12/13

Get ready for a deep dive into *Zootopia 2*, where Judy Hopps and Nick Wild stumble into a twisty conspiracy involving a powerful, villainous family and a mission to clear the name of Zootopia's true visionary. We're talking everything from cleverly hidden adult jokes and questionable family loyalty to the hilarious challenges of an "opposites attract" partnership. * How the film might have been written solely around animal puns (and a "pina koala" joke). * The surprising subversion of animal

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21:08

E222 - Zootopia 2 - What Would YOU Do?

Cinema IRL ·

2025/12/13

Get ready for a deep dive into *Zootopia 2*, where Judy Hopps and Nick Wild stumble into a twisty conspiracy involving a powerful, villainous family and a mission to clear the name of Zootopia's true visionary. We're talking everything from cleverly hidden adult jokes and questionable family loyalty to the hilarious challenges of an "opposites attract" partnership. * How the film might have been written solely around animal puns (and a "pina koala" joke). * The surprising subversion of animal

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22:13

E221 - Nuremberg - What Would YOU Do?

Cinema IRL ·

2025/12/05

All Rise! Cinema IRL is now in session. The honorable Amber and less-than-honorable Scott presiding. On today's docket: Nazis, after watching Nuremberg

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22:12

E221 - Nuremberg - What Would YOU Do?

Cinema IRL ·

2025/12/05

All Rise! Cinema IRL is now in session. The honorable Amber and less-than-honorable Scott presiding. On today's docket: Nazis, after watching Nuremberg

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14:40

E220 - Vincent Must Die - What Would YOU Do?

Cinema IRL ·

2025/12/03

This week, we're diving into the bizarre world of Vincent Must Die, a film where people inexplicably want to punch, stab, and slash our protagonist for no reason. Join us as we unpack the baffling phenomenon of targeted, out-of-the-blue violence and Vincent's increasingly desperate attempts to survive. We're talking about the practicality of nondescript clothing, the perils of romance when your date might try to kill you, and whether you'd believe someone if they told you *you* tried to kill

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14:39

E220 - Vincent Must Die - What Would YOU Do?

Cinema IRL ·

2025/12/03

This week, we're diving into the bizarre world of Vincent Must Die, a film where people inexplicably want to punch, stab, and slash our protagonist for no reason. Join us as we unpack the baffling phenomenon of targeted, out-of-the-blue violence and Vincent's increasingly desperate attempts to survive. We're talking about the practicality of nondescript clothing, the perils of romance when your date might try to kill you, and whether you'd believe someone if they told you *you* tried to kill

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28:54

E219 - Anniversary - What Would YOU Do?

Cinema IRL ·

2025/12/01

This week, we're diving into Anniversary, a film that paints a chilling picture of a future America where a radical movement called "The Change" takes hold. Join us as we unpack how a seemingly well-adjusted family gets swept up in the chaos, testing loyalties and unravelling their lives. We’re talking government overreach, dangerous ideologies, and whether you’d sacrifice your family for your principles (spoiler: we have opinions).

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