Overly Animated Film Podcasts: Recent Episodes
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The Owl House is back and we talk all about Season 2’s first two episodes “Separate Tides” & “Escaping Expulsion” after going through a bunch of recent shows & movies that we’ve been watching lately. Hosts this week: Dylan Hysen, […]
Hear all our thoughts on the latest Disney princess film Raya and the Last Dragon after we go through a bunch of recent animated releases! Hosts this week: Dylan Hysen, Aly Martin, Alex Bonilla, & April Collins. Timestamps for the […]
We talk all about Pixar’s latest release Soul, out now on Disney+, after checking in on Onyx Equinox and Summer Camp Island. Hosts this week: Dylan Hysen, Michelle Anderer, & April Collins. Timestamps for the podcast: 1:50 – Onyx Equinox […]
Hilda Season 2 is finally here and we share all our thoughts on the season after checking in on Summer Camp Island, Wolfwalkers, and more. Hosts this week: Dylan Hysen, Michelle Anderer, & Delaney Stovall. Timestamps for the podcast: 1:00 […]
When Marnie Was There is a gorgeous film by Hiromasa Yonebayashi, the final Studio Ghibli entry before its temporary closure. Listen to hear us break down everything from this film in our latest installment of the Ghibli Rewatch podcast series, […]
The Tale of the Princess Kaguya is legendary animator Isao Takahata’s final film and perhaps his magnum opus. Listen to hear us break down everything from this film in our latest installment of the Ghibli Rewatch podcast series, going through […]
The Wind Rises is Hayao Miyazaki’s adult drama film centered on war and romance. Listen to hear us break down everything from this film in our latest installment of the Ghibli Rewatch podcast series, going through every Studio Ghibli movie […]
From Up on Poppy Hill is a gorgeous period-piece romance, Goro Miyazaki’s 2nd film. Listen to hear us break down everything from this film in our latest installment of the Ghibli Rewatch podcast series, going through every Studio Ghibli movie […]
The Secret World of Arrietty is a gorgeous fantasy film from Hiromasa Yonebayashi, his directorial debut. Listen to hear us break down everything from this film in our latest installment of the Ghibli Rewatch podcast series, going through every Studio […]
Ponyo features some of Hayao Miyazaki’s most gorgeous animation in such a joyful movie. Listen to hear us break down everything from this film in our latest installment of the Ghibli Rewatch podcast series, going through every Studio Ghibli movie […]
Tales from Earthsea is Goro Miyazaki’s (son of Hayao) directorial debut, an epic fantasy movie that got mixed reviews. Listen to hear us break down everything from this film in our latest installment of the Ghibli Rewatch podcast series, going […]
Howl’s Moving Castle is one Hayao Miyazaki’s most magical films and is beloved by many. Listen to hear us break down everything from this film in our latest installment of the Ghibli Rewatch podcast series, going through every Studio Ghibli […]
The Cat Returns is a fun fantasy film inspired by Whisperer of the Heart. Listen to hear us break down everything from this film in our latest installment of the Ghibli Rewatch podcast series, going through every Studio Ghibli movie […]
Spirited Away is likely Hayao Miyazaki’s most revered film and considered by many to be the greatest animated film of all time. Listen to hear us break down everything from this film in our latest installment of the Ghibli Rewatch […]
One of the most obscure Studio Ghibli films, but a marvel of animation, My Neighbors the Yamadas is our next film by Isao Takahata. Listen to hear us break down everything from this film in our latest installment of the […]
Princess Mononoke is one of the most revered and influential of Hayao Miyazaki’s movies, and of animated movies in general. Listen to hear us break down everything from this film in our latest installment of the Ghibli Rewatch podcast series, […]
Whisper of the Heart is a 1995 slice of life masterpiece from director Yoshifumi Kondō and written by Hayao Miyazaki. Listen to hear us break down everything from this film in our latest installment of the Ghibli Rewatch podcast series, […]
Pom Poko is Isao Takahata’s 1994 very strange and visually spectacular parable about urban sprawl. Listen to hear us break down everything from this film in our latest installment of the Ghibli Rewatch podcast series, going through every Studio Ghibli […]
Ocean Waves is the Studio Ghibli movie you’ve never seen! A 1993 collaboration from some of the younger Ghibli crew, listen to hear us break down everything from this film in our latest installment of the Ghibli Rewatch podcast series, […]
Some call Porco Rosso from Hayao Miyazaki one of his most underrated films, featuring the director at his most Miyazaki-ian. Listen to hear us break down everything from this film in our latest installment of the Ghibli Rewatch podcast series, […]
Only Yesterday from Isao Takahata is an adult female drama featuring strikingly contrasting animation styles and for some of us one of our personal favorites! Listen to hear us break down everything from this film in our latest installment of […]
Kiki’s Delivery Service from Hayao Miyazaki is such a beloved film for many women and more and maybe Miyazaki’s most feminist film! Listen to hear us break down everything from this film in our latest installment of the Ghibli Rewatch […]
My Neighbor Totoro from Hayao Miyazaki is perhaps the most iconic and beloved Studio Ghibli movie! Listen to hear us break down everything from this film in our latest installment of the Ghibli Rewatch podcast series, going through every Ghibli […]
Grave of the Fireflies from Isao Takahata has been called one of the greatest war movies of all time. Listen to hear us break down everything from this film in our latest installment of the Ghibli Rewatch podcast series, going […]
Castle in the Sky (aka Laputa: Castle in the Sky) is an epic adventure movie from Hayao Miyazaki. Listen to hear us break down everything from this film in our latest installment of the Ghibli Rewatch podcast series, going through […]
Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind is one of the most influential films of all time and Hayao Miyazaki’s finest works. Listen to hear us break down all of the themes and characters from this film in our latest […]
We kick off our Ghibli Rewatch podcast series, going through every Ghibli movie chronologically in honor of the films being available to stream for the first time, with Hayao Miyazaki’s directorial debut, The Castle of Cagliostro (1979). Hosts this week: […]
Dylan Hysen, Beatriz Mourad, & Alex Bonilla recap and review Makoto Shinkai’s latest film, “Weathering With You”. Spoilers start at 13 minutes into the podcast!
Happy New Year everyone! After years of moving forward with a similar format, we’re switching things up for the podcast. The headline is: We’re going to stop doing episode recap podcasts, and we’re going to focus on more high-level discussions. […]
Alex Bonilla, Sam Quattro and Sarah Potter give their thoughts on the 2019 remake of The Lion King.
Alex Bonilla, Sam Quattro, Beatriz Mourad and Sarah Potter give their thoughts on the 2019 Pixar film Toy Story 4. Takes on existentialism, reactions to new characters and the state of Pixar are some of the topics covered in this […]
Alex Bonilla, Sam Quattro, Michelle Anderer, Beatriz Mourad and Sarah Potter take a look back at Disney’s 1994 film The Lion King, as well as speculate on the upcoming 2019 remake.
Sam Quattro, Dylan Hysen, Alex Bonilla, Beatriz Mourad, and Andy Potter ruminate on the unquestionable societal impact of the 2019 live action/animation hybrid film, Pokémon Detective Pikachu.
Dylan Hysen, Alex Bonilla and Andy Potter discuss the 2019 animated film Wonder Park. The discussion may meander a little, but that’s in homage to the movie.
Alex Bonilla, Dylan Hysen, Sam Quattro, Michelle Anderer, Justin Cummings and Ally Martin get together to discuss the 1987 film The Brave Little Toaster immediately after watching it together late at night. [NSFW]
Beatriz Mourad, Alex Bonilla, April Collins, and John McKenna discuss “The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part.”
Beatriz Mourad, Andy Potter, Ally Martin, and Dylan Hysen discuss Sony Picture Animation’s latest animated film, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Join Sam Quattro, Alex Bonilla, and Michelle Anderer as they share their thoughts on the soon to be animated classic, Shrek Retold. Behold “Shrek Retold”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pM70TROZQsI
Alex Bonilla, Michelle Anderer and April Collins discuss “Ralph Breaks the Internet”, the sequel to “Wreck-It-Ralph”.
Justin Cummings and John McKenna review the latest film from director Mamoru Hosoda, "Mirai"!
Beatriz Mourad and Andy Potter discuss the latest animated Marvel project, “Marvel Rising: Secret Warriors.” Quote of the Pod: “I am fluent in subtext.”
Alex Bonilla, Dylan Hysen, Sam Quattro, Beatriz Mourad, Andy Potter and Sarah Dolman get together to discuss the 2011 Oscar-winning film “Rango” immediately after watching it together late at night. [NSFW]
Melanie Moyer, Beatriz Mourad, & Justin Cummings look back on the 2003 DreamWorks animated film, “Sinbad: Legend of the Seven Seas”.
Beatriz Mourad, Steve Zec and Alex Bonilla discuss the latest release from Warner Bros. Animation, “Teen Titans Go! To the Movies.” Quote of the Pod: “One more mention of that movie and we are ending this podcast early.”
Beatriz Mourad, Melanie Moyer, and Sam Quattro discuss Disney Princesses and engage with the baggage the Princesses bring. Quote of the Pod: Moana deserves a better friend.
Beatriz Mourad, Melanie Moyer, and April Collins break down Pixar’s latest release, “Incredibles 2.” Quote of the Pod: “Justice for Honey”
Dylan Hysen, Beatriz Mourad, & Alex Bonilla give their initial reactions to the huge new Pixar release, “Incredibles 2”.
In anticipation for “The Incredibles 2,” Beatriz Mourad, Alex Bonilla, & April Collins look back on “The Incredibles.” For more “The Incredibles” discussion, check out our first Incredibles podcast from 2015: http://www.overlyanimated.com/2015/07/23/the-incredibles-retrospective-overly-animated-podcast-21/
Mel Moyer, Beatriz Mourad, & Justin Cummings look back on the 1998 DreamWorks film The Prince of Egypt on the year of its 20th anniversary.
Beatriz Mourad, Alex Bonilla, & Ryan Van Voorhis discuss Wes Anderson’s latest film, “Isle of Dogs.”
Melanie Moyer, Michelle Anderer, Sam Quattro, & Beatriz Mourad discuss the recent conversation around Elsa from the movie Frozen and whether Disney should #GiveElsaAGirlfriend. The article referenced with Jennifer Lee’s comments: https://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/frozen-director-elsa-girlfriend_us_5a9388c5e4b01e9e56bd1ead
Beatriz Mourad, Alex Bonilla, John McKenna and Steve Zec discuss the Oscar nominated film, “The Breadwinner.”
Beatriz Mourad and Alex Bonilla discuss Nick Park’s latest film, “Early Man.” Quote of the Pod: UGHHHHHHH
Beatriz Mourad and Hayley Nabuurs discuss Mamoru Hosoda’s “Wolf Children.” Quote of the Pod: “What was the name of the werewolf from Twilight?”
Alex Bonilla, Beatriz Mourad, Michelle Anderer and Sam Quattro discuss 2018 Academy Award nominee “The Boss Baby”. Here’s a bonus fun Baby-fied version of this podcast! http://www.overlyanimated.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/BossBaby-BabyVersion.mp3
Beatriz Mourad & Dylan Hysen review and recap the Studio Ponoc (Studio Ghibli legacy) film, “Mary and the Witch’s Flower”.
Beatriz Mourad, Michelle Anderer, and Andy Potter rank their top five animated films of 2017. Quote of the Pod: “Who wants to go?” silence “Andy, go.”
Beatriz Mourad, Sam Quattro, and Michelle Anderer discuss “The Star.” Quote of the Pod: “#ChillMary”
Beatriz Mourad, Michelle Anderer, and Andy Potter discuss Ferdinand. Quote of the Pod: “Disney doesn’t have John Cena.”
Beatriz Mourad, Andy Potter, Alex Bonillo, and Steve Zec discuss Pixar’s latest film, “Coco.” Quote of the Pod: “Forgive me, Ellen!”
Sam Quattro, Mel Moyer, Michelle Anderer, and John McKenna think about the long awaited film, Hey Arnold!: The Jungle Movie.
Beatriz Mourad, Michelle Anderer, and Steve Zec discuss My Little Pony: The Movie. Quote of the Pod: “Twilight, you need to get it together.”
Beatriz Mourad and Michelle Anderer discuss the latest installment of the Lego film series, “The Lego Ninjago Movie.”
Beatriz Mourad, Michelle Anderer, and April Collins discuss “Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie”. Quote of the Pod: Authentic™
Beatriz Mourad, Michelle Anderer, and Hayley Nabuurs celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Revolutionary Girl Utena by discussing its theatrical remake, “Adolescence of Utena.”
Beatriz Mourad, Michelle Anderer, and April Collins discuss the recent animated film, “Leap!”.
Justin Cummings and Andy Potter look back on the 2005 Blue Sky Studios animated film, “Robots”.
Dylan Hysen, Hayley Nabuurs, and Beatriz Mourad rank their Top 5 Hayao Miyazaki directed films. This discussion is suitable for Miyazaki newbies and experts alike!
Justin Cummings and Dylan Hysen discuss the 2016 anime film, “Yu-Gi-Oh! The Dark Side of Dimensions”.
Dylan Hysen and Delaney Stovall discuss the 2016 Laika film, “Kubo and the Two Strings”.
Dylan Hysen, Sam Quattro, and Ally Martin discuss the 2016 Makoto Shinkai film, “Your Name” (Kimi no Na wa).
Dylan Hysen, Delaney Stovall, Sam Quattro, and Brit Griffin review and discuss the latest Disney animated film, Moana.
Happy Halloween! Dylan Hysen, Delaney Stovall, and Sam Quattro look back on the 1998 film “Scooby-Doo on Zombie Island”.
Justin Cummings and Michelle Anderer look back on the 2006 anime film, “The Girl Who Leapt Through Time”.
Happy 250th podcast! To celebrate Dylan Hysen, Sam Quattro, Justin Cummings, Michelle Anderer, and Brit Griffin rank their Top 10 Favorite animated films. Here are our lists! Dylan: 1) Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind 2) Spirited Away 3) […]
Dylan Hysen, Mel Moyer, Delaney Stovall, and Sam Quattro discuss the latest Disney animated film, “Zootopia”.
After discussing each of the five nominated films individually in detail in previous podcasts, Dylan Hysen and Sam Quattro dissect the Oscar Best Animated Feature race, discussing each of the nominees (without spoilers!), the chances each has of winning, and the legitimacy […]
Dylan Hysen and Sam Quattro discuss the 2015 film and Best Animated Feature nominee “Shaun the Sheep Movie”.
Dylan Hysen and Sam Quattro discuss the Oscar nominated Brazilian animated film “Boy & the World”.
Dylan Hysen and Sam Quattro discuss the 2015 Charlie Kaufman stop-motion film, Anomalisa. Spoilers begins at the 9 minute 20 second mark, all talk before that is spoiler-free.
Dylan Hysen and Mel Moyer look back on, and articulate their criticisms of Pixar’s original Toy Story.
We look back on the 2011 Studio Ghibli film “From Up on Poppy Hill” as Dylan Hysen is joined by Sam Quattro.
We look back on Miyazaki’s classic epic fantasy film Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind as Dylan Hysen is joined by Mel Moyer.
We look back on Richard Williams’ The Thief and the Cobbler as Mel Moyer is joined by Sam Quattro.
In the first of our drunk reviews, we tackle the recently released Minions under special circumstances as Dylan is joined by Mel, Sam, Delaney, and Brit. Spoilers for the film throughout. Note: Normally our podcasts are age appropriate to their topics, but […]
We look back on Isao Takahata’s 1991 film Only Yesterday as Dylan Hysen is joined by Sam Quattro.
The latest Studio Ghibli release, When Marnie Was There, is discussed and reviewed as Dylan Hysen is joined by Sam Quattro and Delaney Stovall. Spoilers for the film throughout.
In our first podcast, Dylan Hysen is joined by Melanie Moyer to discuss and review the latest Pixar film, Inside Out. Spoilers for the movie throughout the podcast. At Overly Animated, we will cover all things animated. Check us out at […]