Sunday, January 31, 2021

Frau Blucher vs. Niki Goes Driving

Your Champion
Frau Blucher
(Young Frankenstein)

VS

Your Challenger
Niki Goes Driving
(Rush)

The Case for Frau Blucher (2):
We get quite the introduction to the caretaker of the Frankenstein castle: Horses scream at the mention of her name, and she - rather amorously - offers a variety of drinks to Frederick Frankenstein (Gene Wilder).
In memory of Cloris Leachman, 1926-2021

The Case for Niki Goes Driving:
Marlene (Alexandra Maria Lara) thinks she has impressed her companion Niki (Daniel Bruhl) with the quick response to her hitchhiking after the two find themselves stranded on the side of the road.  However, not only have the other motorists stopped for Niki instead of her, but she learns a bit about Niki's skills when she asks him to drive faster for her.

Frau Blucher vs. Niki Goes Driving
Frau Blucher
Niki Goes Driving

The Score:  Niki Goes Driving 7, Frau Blucher 6

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Thursday, January 28, 2021

Frau Blucher vs. The Wheelers

Your Champion
Frau Blucher
(Young Frankenstein)

VS

Your Challenger
The Wheelers
(Return to Oz)

The Case for Frau Blucher (1):
We get quite the introduction to the caretaker of the Frankenstein castle: Horses scream at the mention of her name, and she - rather amorously - offers a variety of drinks to Frederick Frankenstein (Gene Wilder).
In memory of Cloris Leachman, 1926-2021

The Case for The Wheelers:
Dorothy (Fairuza Balk) has made it to Oz with her pet chicken Billina (Denise Bryer), only to discover the city destroyed and the inhabitants turned to stone.  Soon, she encounters the Wheelers, servants to the mysterious Nome King - who is responsible for the destruction of the Emerald City.

Frau Blucher vs. The Wheelers
Frau Blucher
The Wheelers
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The Score:  Frau Blucher 7, The Wheelers 6

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Wednesday, January 27, 2021

I Need a Hero vs. Frau Blucher

Your Champion
I Need a Hero
(Shrek 2)

VS

Your Challenger
Frau Blucher
(Young Frankenstein)

The Case for I Need a Hero (1):
Separated by the machinations of the Fairy Godmother (Jennifer Saunders), Shrek (Mike Myers) - with the assistance of the various fairy tale creatures - goes to storm the ball to prevent Prince Charming (Rupert Everett) from kissing Fiona (Cameron Diaz).

The Case for Frau Blucher:
We get quite the introduction to the caretaker of the Frankenstein castle: Horses scream at the mention of her name, and she - rather amorously - offers a variety of drinks to Frederick Frankenstein (Gene Wilder).
In memory of Cloris Leachman, 1926-2021

I Need a Hero vs. Frau Blucher
I Need a Hero
Frau Blucher
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The Score:  Frau Blucher 8, I Need a Hero 7

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Tuesday, January 26, 2021

Pure Imagination vs. I Need a Hero

Your Champion
Pure Imagination
(Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory)

VS

Your Challenger
I Need a Hero
(Shrek 2)

The Case for Pure Imagination (1):
In this first glimpse of the wonders of his chocolate factory, Willy Wonka (Gene Wilder) sings of the wonders of imagination before allowing his guests to run rampant through the candy room.  Even the parents embrace their 'inner child' and start eating the random candy throughout the room.

The Case for I Need a Hero:
Separated by the machinations of the Fairy Godmother (Jennifer Saunders), Shrek (Mike Myers) - with the assistance of the various fairy tale creatures - goes to storm the ball to prevent Prince Charming (Rupert Everett) from kissing Fiona (Cameron Diaz).

Pure Imagination vs. I Need a Hero
Pure Imagination
I Need a Hero
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The Score:  I Need a Hero 8, Pure Imagination 7

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Monday, January 25, 2021

The Indominus Escapes vs. Pure Imagination

Your Champion
The Indominus Escapes
(Jurassic World)

VS

Your Challenger
Pure Imagination
(Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory)

The Case for The Indominus Escapes (3):
Using the implanted tracker to locate the Indominus, Claire (Bryce Dallas Howard) and the control team learn that the dinosaur is still in its enclosure - with Owen (Chris Pratt) and two other employees.  Despite their attempts to re-close the door, the Indominus forces its way through - and only some quick thinking prevents Owen from meeting the same fate as the other two.

The Case for Pure Imagination:
In this first glimpse of the wonders of his chocolate factory, Willy Wonka (Gene Wilder) sings of the wonders of imagination before allowing his guests to run rampant through the candy room.  Even the parents embrace their 'inner child' and start eating the random candy throughout the room.

The Indominus Escapes vs. Pure Imagination
The Indominus Escapes
Pure Imagination
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The Score:  Pure Imagination 10, The Indominus Escapes 8

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Sunday, January 24, 2021

The Indominus Escapes vs. The Clevon Family Tree

Your Champion
The Indominus Escapes
(Jurassic World)

VS

Your Challenger
The Clevon Family Tree
(Idiocracy)

The Case for The Indominus Escapes (2):
Using the implanted tracker to locate the Indominus, Claire (Bryce Dallas Howard) and the control team learn that the dinosaur is still in its enclosure - with Owen (Chris Pratt) and two other employees.  Despite their attempts to re-close the door, the Indominus forces its way through - and only some quick thinking prevents Owen from meeting the same fate as the other two.

The Case for The Clevon Family Tree:
The opening to Idiocracy sets the stage for it's glimpse into the future by contrasting the childless married couple of Carol and Trevor (Darlene Hunt and Patrick Fischler) with the many children (and grandchildren) of Clevon (Ryan Ransdell) - with an informative family tree helping to illustrate the difference.

The Indominus Escapes vs. The Clevon Family Tree
The Indominus Escapes
The Clevon Family Tree
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The Score:  The Indominus Escapes 14, The Clevon Family Tree 3

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Thursday, January 21, 2021

The Indominus Escapes vs. Victory, Subverted

Your Champion
The Indominus Escapes
(Jurassic World)

VS

Your Challenger
Victory, Subverted
(Kingpin)

The Case for The Indominus Escapes (1):
Using the implanted tracker to locate the Indominus, Claire (Bryce Dallas Howard) and the control team learn that the dinosaur is still in its enclosure - with Owen (Chris Pratt) and two other employees.  Despite their attempts to re-close the door, the Indominus forces its way through - and only some quick thinking prevents Owen from meeting the same fate as the other two.

The Case for Victory, Subverted:
Down to the last three bowls, McCracken (Bill Murray) must get three consecutive strikes in order to defeat Roy (Woody Harrelson).  While many would expect the villainous McCracken to falter, Kingpin subverts expectations by allowing McCracken the victory - leaving Roy defeated, though there is a bit of movie left...

The Indominus Escapes vs. Victory, Subverted
The Indominus Escapes
Victory, Subverted

The Score:  The Indominus Escapes 15, Victory, Subverted 2

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Wednesday, January 20, 2021

Ohana Means Family vs. The Indominus Escapes

Your Champion
Ohana Means Family
(Lilo & Stitch)

VS

Your Challenger
The Indominus Escapes
(Jurassic World)

The Case for Ohana Means Family (4):
Already skeptical from the initial adoption, Nani (Tia Carrere) is even more against keeping Stitch (Chris Sanders) as a pet as he goes on a rampage around the house.  However, just as she is about to take him back, Lilo (Daveigh Chase) reminds her sister of her father's words.  Knowing she is beat, Nani lets Lilo keep her new pet.

The Case for The Indominus Escapes:
Using the implanted tracker to locate the Indominus, Claire (Bryce Dallas Howard) and the control team learn that the dinosaur is still in its enclosure - with Owen (Chris Pratt) and two other employees.  Despite their attempts to re-close the door, the Indominus forces its way through - and only some quick thinking prevents Owen from meeting the same fate as the other two.

Ohana Means Family vs. The Indominus Escapes
Ohana Means Family
The Indominus Escapes
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The Score:  The Indominus Escapes 15, Ohana Means Family 7

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Tuesday, January 19, 2021

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Monday, January 18, 2021

Ohana Means Family vs. Pity Party

Your Champion
Ohana Means Family
(Lilo & Stitch)

VS

Your Challenger
Pity Party
(Bridesmaids)

The Case for Ohana Means Family (3):
Already skeptical from the initial adoption, Nani (Tia Carrere) is even more against keeping Stitch (Chris Sanders) as a pet as he goes on a rampage around the house.  However, just as she is about to take him back, Lilo (Daveigh Chase) reminds her sister of her father's words.  Knowing she is beat, Nani lets Lilo keep her new pet.

The Case for Pity Party:
Wallowing in self-pity, Annie (Kristen Wiig) gets an unconventional pep talk from Megan (Melissa McCarthy) - who knows a thing or two about going through a hard time.  Megan manages to get through to Annie, who now has to work to clean up the mess she made.

Ohana Means Family vs. Pity Party
Ohana Means Family
Pity Party
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The Score:  Ohana Means Family 13, Pity Party 4

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Sunday, January 17, 2021

Ohana Means Family vs. The Pale Lady

Your Champion
Ohana Means Family
(Lilo & Stitch)

VS

Your Challenger
The Pale Lady
(Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark)

The Case for Ohana Means Family (2):
Already skeptical from the initial adoption, Nani (Tia Carrere) is even more against keeping Stitch (Chris Sanders) as a pet as he goes on a rampage around the house.  However, just as she is about to take him back, Lilo (Daveigh Chase) reminds her sister of her father's words.  Knowing she is beat, Nani lets Lilo keep her new pet.

The Case for The Pale Lady:
Having separated from his friends to avoid going to the RED room, Chuck (Austin Zajur) finds himself unable to avoid his nightmare and finds himself confronted by The Pale Lady (Mark Steger).  Trapped in a dreamlike scenario, no matter where he runs, he sees her - getting every closer.  Eventually, he cannot avoid her as she reaches out to embrace him...

Ohana Means Family vs. The Pale Lady
Ohana Means Family
The Pale Lady
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The Score:  Ohana Means Family 10, The Pale Lady 8

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