
The Movie Ladder Podcast
By The Movie Ladder Podcast with Zach Brooks and Brendan Fitzpatrick
Weekly movie podcast where we climb the rungs of cinematic connections. Each week Brendan and Zach watch a movie that is somehow connected to the movie we watched the previous week. We discuss the movie, take listener feedback, discuss connections to previous movies and end the episode by picking our next movie based on suggestions sent in by the listeners and brought by your hosts.
We've covered 200+ movies over the last few years and look forward to many more.
We've covered 200+ movies over the last few years and look forward to many more.

The Movie Ladder PodcastJul 16, 2024
00:00
01:44:04

Mud (Junkyard Kids)
This week we discuss MUD. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (59:42). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Peacock and Amazon Prime) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (59:42). Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza). And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2025!
Apr 22, 202501:20:40

Stand By Me (Stranger Kings)
This week we discuss STAND BY ME. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:20:50). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on HBO Max) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:20:50). Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza). And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2025!
Apr 16, 202501:41:00

The Shawshank Redemption (The Rain Escape)
This week we discuss THE SHAWSHANK REDEMPTION. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:10:48). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on streaming rental) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:10:48). Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza). And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2025!
Apr 08, 202501:33:18

Rescue Dawn (Trapped in Vietnam)
This week we discuss RESCUE DAWN. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (59:40). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on MGM+) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (59:40). Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza). And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2025!
Apr 02, 202501:17:56

Full Metal Jacket with Grace Leeder (The Book of Matthew)
This week Grace Leeder (@goforgrace on Bluesky) joined us to discuss FULL METAL JACKET. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:40:01). So (re)watch the film (currently available for streaming rental and on MGM+) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:40:01). Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.Check out everything Grace is doing on her Linktree. Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza). And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2025!
Mar 26, 202502:05:02

Vision Quest with Grace Leeder (Shute for the Win)
This week Grace Leeder (@goforgrace on Bluesky) joined the 5-timers club and talked with us about VISION QUEST. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:32:30). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Tubi, Roku and Plex) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:32:30). Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.Check out everything Grace is doing on her Linktree. Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza). And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2025!
Mar 20, 202501:59:15

Hoosiers (Inspiring Greatness)
This week we discuss HOOSIERS. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:14:15). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Amazon Prime) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:14:15). Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza). And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2025!
Mar 13, 202501:36:12

Whiplash (Crash)
This week we discuss WHIPLASH. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:17:26). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Netflix) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:17:26). Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza). And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2025!
Mar 05, 202501:41:31

Lady Bird with Laura Royden (Other Side of the Tracks)
This week Laura Royden (@lroyden on Letterboxd) joined us to talk about LADY BIRD. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:13:06). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on HBO Max and Kanopy) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:13:06). Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza). And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2025!
Feb 26, 202501:39:52

Pretty in Pink (80’s Dance-Off)
On Wednesdays we discuss PRETTY IN PINK. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:02:26). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Paramount+) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:02:26). Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza). And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2025!
Feb 20, 202501:27:38

The Karate Kid (Big Yellow Car)
This week we discuss THE KARATE KID. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:07:26). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Netflix) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:07:26). Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie tothemovieladder@gmail.com.Connect with us onLetterboxd (@TheMovieLadder),Twitter (@LadderMovie) andInstagram (@laddermovie).Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and@brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and@brooksza). And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2025!
Feb 12, 202501:29:16

Bumblebee (Robots in Disguise)
This week we discuss BUMBLEBEE. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (59:11). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Paramount+) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (59:11).
Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).
And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2025!
Feb 05, 202501:24:27

The Iron Giant with Shut Up Tim (I Come in Piece)
Shut Up Tim (@shutuptim on Letterboxd) flew in to join us for a discussion about THE IRON GIANT. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:34:30). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Paramount+) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:34:30).
Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).
And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2025!
Jan 29, 202502:07:23

Arrival with Allix O (Amy Adams is Mother)
This week, Allix O (@ALL_IX) joined us to talk to the ARRIVAL Heptapods. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:30:21). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Paramout+) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:30:21).
Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).
And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2025!
Jan 22, 202502:02:44

Nightbitch with Taylor Cotter Bruneaux (Grounded Anxiety)
This week we were joined by Taylor Cotter Bruneaux (@taylorcotter) to discuss 2024's NIGHTBITCH. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:27:20). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Hulu) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:27:20).
Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).
And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2025!
Jan 13, 202501:53:05

The Invisible Man (2020) with Grace Leeder (A Disappearing Person)
This week Grace Leeder joined us to discuss THE INVISIBLE MAN (2020). We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:32:46). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Freevee) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:32:46).
Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).
And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2025!
Jan 09, 202502:03:37

Gone Girl with Meaghan Thee Librarian (A Staged Scene)
Meaghan Thee Librarian (@meaghan) makes her 18th MLP appearance, this week to discuss GONE GIRL. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:45:50). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Hulu) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:45:50).
Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).
And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2025!
Jan 03, 202502:18:21

One Last Thing (Season 5 Wrap Up)
Happy New Year! 5 years of Movie Ladder Podcasting is over and we're taking another look back at 2024 on the podcast. We review this year's ladder and look ahead to 2025. Check out our Letterboxd movie stats for the year.
We'll be back tomorrow with Meaghan Thee Librarian to discuss Gone Girl (now on Hulu!) and kick off year 6. Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections to themovieladder@gmail.com.
Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).
And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2025!
Jan 01, 202549:08

2025 Library Ladder Challenge Category Draft with Meaghan Thee Librarian
Ahead of the new year, Meaghan Thee Librarian joined us to draft the 28 categories for the 2025 Library Ladder Challenge. This twice-monthly movie challenge will kick off at the beginning of next year and run through 2025.
You can view the categories for 2025 here. Join us for the challenge and keep us posted how it's going!
Dec 27, 202435:48

Knives Out with Meaghan Thee Librarian (Jamie Lee’s Family Lies)
Meaghan Thee Librarian (@meaghan) is back to help us break down KNIVES OUT. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:08:28). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Amazon Prime) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week to kick off season 6 (1:08:28)!
Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).
And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2025 !
Dec 27, 202401:36:32

True Lies (He'll Be Back)
This week we discuss TRUE LIES. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:21:03). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Hulu) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:21:03).
Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).
And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2025!
Dec 18, 202401:46:21

Terminator 2: Judgement Day with Josh Wigler (LA AI Story)
This week Josh Wigler (from lots of podcasts and articles) joins us to discuss Terminator 2: Judgement Day. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:56:29). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Paramount+) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:56:29).
Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com. And start thinking of your suggestions to kick off season 6!
Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).
And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2024 (plus send us your category ideas for 2025)!
Dec 12, 202402:30:50

Virtuosity (A Murder of Crowes)
This week we discuss VIRTUOSITY. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:10:45). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on PlutoTV and MGM+) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:10:45).
Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).
And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2024 (plus send us your category ideas for 2025)!
Dec 04, 202401:35:08

Gladiator (The Heir to the Throne)
This week we discuss GLADIATOR. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:18:31). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Paramount+) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:18:31).
Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).
And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2024 (plus send us your category ideas for 2025)!
Nov 26, 202401:42:59

The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (Tricksy Hobbitses)
This week we closed the book on Middle-Earth and we talked about The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:45:17). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on HBO Max) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:45:17).
Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).
And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2024!
Nov 19, 202402:05:32

The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers (Taking the Hobbits to Isenguard)
This week we continue our adventure with THE LORD OF THE RINGS: THE TWO TOWERS. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:39:20). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on HBO Max) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:39:20).
Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).
And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2024!
Nov 12, 202402:01:15

The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (An Unexpected Party)
This week we discuss The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:37:37). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on HBO Max) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:37:37).
Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).
And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2024!
Nov 05, 202401:56:00

Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves (Musical Pines)
This week we played a game of DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: HONOR AMONG THIEVES. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:22:53). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Amazon Prime, MGM+ and Paramount+) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:22:53).
Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).
And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2024!
Oct 28, 202401:47:25

Into the Woods (Meryl's Curse)
This week we're joined by Parade Magazine and RHAP's Mike Bloom (@amikebloomtype) to discuss INTO THE WOODS. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:17:17). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Disney+) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:17:17).
Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).
And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2024!
Oct 23, 202401:42:22

Death Becomes Her (Dancing with the Dead)
This week we discuss DEATH BECOMES HER. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:13:50). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Peacock) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week
(1:13:50).
Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).
And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2024!
Oct 15, 202401:41:50

The Addams Family (Mr. Lloyd)
This week we discuss THE ADDAMS FAMILY. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (49:42). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Paramount+) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (49:42).
Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).
And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2024!
Oct 10, 202401:09:57

Mr. Mom (Domestic Bliss)
This week we discuss Mr. Mom. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (55:02). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on MGM+, Roku, Tubi and Pluto.TV) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (55:02).
Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).
And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2024!
Oct 06, 202401:11:06

Look Who's Talking (Bruce Talkin' To Me?)
This week we pivoted to discuss LOOK WHO'S TALKING. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (55:11). So (re)watch the film (currently available on streaming rental) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (or Sunday) (55:11).
Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s (possibly Sunday's) movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).
And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2024!
Oct 02, 202401:13:43

The Fifth Element with Allix O (Oldman Yells in Clouds)
This week we're joined by Allix O (@ALL_IX) to discuss THE FIFTH ELEMENT. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:20:06). So (re)watch the film (currently on streaming rental) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:20:06).
Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
You can find Allix in the 32 Fans patron Whatsapp, The Screen and Page Discord and the ex-Post Show Recaps Discord.
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Sep 17, 202401:46:02

Air Force One with Jason Reed (Fighting Ford His Family)
This week we discuss AIR FORCE ONE with Jason Reed (@JayR1085). We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:30:05). So (re)watch the film (currently on streaming rental) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:30:05).
Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza). Follow Jason @JayR1085 to find all the shows he's watching and podcasting.
And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2024!
Sep 12, 202401:51:39

Presumed Innocent (Law & Order: Midwest Victims Unit)
This week we discuss PRESUMED INNOCENT. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:21:51). So (re)watch the film (currently on streaming rental) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:12:51).
Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).
And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2024!
Sep 04, 202401:36:10

Anatomy of a Murder (What's in a Name?)
This week we discuss Anatomy of a Murder. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:12:29). So (re)watch the film (currently available on streaming rental) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:12:29).
Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).
And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2024!
Aug 27, 202401:37:59

Anatomy of a Fall (Law-st in Translation)
This week we discuss Anatomy of a Fall. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:33:12). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Hulu and Kanopy) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:33:12).
Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).
And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2024!
Aug 22, 202401:58:11

Decision to Leave (Parallel Park)
This week we discuss DECISION TO LEAVE. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:21:51). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Mubi) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:21:51).
Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).
And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2024!
Aug 13, 202401:45:45

Oldboy (2003) (Death in an Elevator)
This week we discuss OLDBOY (2003). We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:18:00). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Netflix) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:18:00).
Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).
And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2024!
Aug 07, 202401:44:17

The Cabin in the Woods (A Tropey Massacre)
This week we discuss THE CABIN IN THE WOODS. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:06:35). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Peacock) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:06:35).
Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).
And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2024!
Jul 31, 202401:31:32

Friday the 13th (The 13 Degrees of Kevin Bacon)
This week we discuss FRIDAY THE 13th. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:00:07). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on MAX) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:00:07).
Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).
And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2024!
Jul 23, 202401:26:38

Apollo 13 (To the Moon and Beyond)
This week we discuss Apollo 13. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:21:22). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on rental) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:21:22).
Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).
And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2024!
Jul 16, 202401:44:04

Lightyear with Shut Up Tim (Minus Tim Allen)
Shut up Tim (@shutuptim on Twitter and Letterboxd) is back on the Podcast to discuss Andy's favorite movie LIGHTYEAR. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:52:14). Plus we get Tim's first official reaction to the SHREK 5 announcement.
So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Disney+) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:52:14).
Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).
And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2024!
Jul 10, 202402:40:59

Galaxy Quest (Spoof Trek)
This week we discuss GALAXY QUEST. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:10:22). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Paramount+) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:10:22).
Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).
And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2024!
Jul 02, 202401:34:27

Star Trek: Generations (Engaging Patrick Stewart)
This week we discuss STAR TREK: GENERATIONS. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:05:16). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on HBO Max) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:05:16).
Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).
And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2024!
Jun 26, 202401:23:39

Dune (1984) (Young & The Rainless)
This week we discuss David Lynch's DUNE (1984). We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:05:49). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Netflix) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:05:49).
Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).
And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2024!
Jun 17, 202401:28:09

Blade Runner (Sci-F-Eyes)
This week Taylor Cotter (newly @taylorcotter on Letterboxd) joins us to talk all about BLADE RUNNER. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:24:49). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on streaming rental) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:24:49).
Here's the Youtube video about the differences in Blade Runner cuts.
Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).
And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2024!
Jun 12, 202401:44:05

Minority Report (Morton's Future)
This week we discuss MINORITY REPORT. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:25:03). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Paramount+) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:25:03).
Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).
And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2024!
Jun 05, 202401:50:30

Cosmopolis (Car Talk)
This week we discuss COSMOPOLIS. We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:14:30). So (re)watch the film (currently streaming on Amazon Prime and Tubi) and listen along with us. Then stay tuned to hear what connected film we pick for next week (1:14:30).
Submit your questions, comments, rating and suggested connections for next week’s movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.
Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza).
And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2024!
May 28, 202401:41:13