Commentary No One Asked For

What is a healthy relationship?  Is it Reylo?  Is the fantabulous volleyball game that JJ Abrams and Rian Johnson played with this latest trilogy?  In this episode we explore what relationships mean, what family means, and how the writers and directors of the latest trilogy failed (and succeeded) in portraying both. /commentarynoaf /alxisvisions /carlitoswayxxii

Things get contentious as we take a look at the popular movie Mean Girls.  Is there a war on "pretty girls"?  What does feminism mean?  And... well lets face it.  Our Guest host took over this one. /commentarynoaf /alxisvisions /carlitoswayxxii /cozewithesther

In honor of MLK day, we look at the movie the Hate U Give; clever code switching even in the title?  What is code switching again?  Is it necessary?  How can we grow beyond that opinion?

Back at it again after a mini holiday hiatus!  We take a look back on the themes, lessons, and evolution of the decade.  From rebels to the Rock to favorite movies, we go over it all.   Join us. /commentarynoaf /alxisvisions /carlitoswayxxii

We explore themes found in Netflix's original movie, Marriage Story.  How do people view divorce?  Are there bad guys and good guys or just losers?  Is everyone else just collateral damage? /commentarynoaf /alxisvisions /carlitoswayxxii

What makes a Christmas movie great?  What makes a good Christmas?  What makes Carlos happy?  Like ever?  Join us for this weeks episode of Commentary No One Asked For as we asked the hard hitting questions.  Happy Holidays! /commentarynoaf /alxisvisions /carlitoswayxxii

Easing into the next and final part of the Skywalker saga, we switch things up by sharing some of our own theories.  Who are Rey's parents?  Will she go dark?  What will become of our beloved General Organa?  And what's the deal with that creepy half-dead weirdo Palpatine? /commentarynoaf /alxisvisions /carlitoswayxxii

We take a serious with one of Alex's favorite movies: V for Vendetta.  How much do you trust your government?  What's the difference between terrorism and anarchy?  And, are you a super slueth like Carlos?! /commentarynoaf /alxisvisions /carlitoswayxxii

What makes a family?  Is it the insurmountable urge to toss one's sibling out of a window?  Or the joy that comes when you steal your brother's superman bullet and lie about it?  A combination of both perhaps?  We discuss family themes, bullying, and how DC pulled a miracle with the film Shazam. /commentarynoaf /alxisvisions /carlitoswayxxii

In this episode we take it back a decade.  Actually, just to this summer when Disney released the Lion King remake.  Carlos hates the casting, Alx learns some new things, and we get an emotional interlude about what Mufasa means to us. /commentarynoaf /alxisvisions /carlitoswayxxii

With Carlos still sailing the seven seas, we re-invite co-host Esther to speak to us about her favorite movie Legally Blonde.  We discuss the obvious themes of prejudging and feminism, but also get into the nitty gritty of different kinds of intelligence and the fallout of being a gifted kid in a program that's actually challenging. /commentarynoaf /alxisvisions /carlitoswayxxii /cozewithesther

While Carlos is away, the girls get to play!  Alx's sister Esther joins us this week and we delve into Hocus Pocus.  Life Lessons: Don't be a virgin, don't trust teens to babysit, and don't be mean to your sisters. Esther is a real estate agent specialized for NYC. /commentarynoaf /alxisvisions /carlitoswayxxii /cozewithesther

Spooky October continues with Paranorman because Alx is still scared of her shadow.  This episode we talk about what really makes a person evil and how society amplifies the issues.

In honor of the upcoming Hols, we've decided to take on some creepy movies.  Keeping in mind Alx is a scaredy cat.  This week we talk about spoiled children and how not appreciating your parents can only end in tears.  Also Carlos bans Alx from babysitting his offspring. /commentarynoaf /alxisvisions /carlitoswayxxii

In this episode we discuss 50 first dates and what we would do for love.   Anything?  No, Alx won't do that.  But Carlos for sure, sure.  He's a bleeding heart that guy. /carlitoswayxxii /alxisvisions /commentarynoaf

Hello boys and girls and everyone in between, today we're going to talk about men in heels, not to be confused with men in tights although both are valid.  On this week's podcast we spend some time in Marwencol, with Captain Hogie and his squad.  Carlos and Alx delve into topics around prejudices, the power of imagination, how the friendzone may or may not be a preconceived male plot for world domination, and the ever important and valid lesson: "mind your business". /commentarynoaf /alxisvisions /carlitoswayxxii

In this episode we take a journey back to High School with our friends Channing Tatum and Jonah Hill.  We talk about the differences in High School when we were kids (lame) and High School now (Still Lame but with cool gadgets.)  There's a deep dive into Police being humans, stereotypes, and the ever popular "With Great Power Comes Great Responsibility".  Alx also ruminates on the missed opportunity of having this be the 21st episode.  #loss /commentarynoaf /alxisvisions /carlitoswayxxii

Deep dive into hot topics surrounding the poignant mini-series When They See Us.  We discuss the risks of being a minority in the US, the dismissive tones of peers, and the lack of movement in civil rights.  We also learn that prison transfers can be a very bad thing. Sensitive topics so an Explicit rating has been placed here. /commentarynoaf /alxisvisions /carlitoswayxxii

Harry Potter is a 7 book/ 8 Movie + 2 Franchise and we have tackled it this week.  Carlos educates us on the Lavender Brown actress switcheroo; we take a trip into J.K. Rowling's mind of mystery and whether representation can be done incorrectly; to wind down we of course delve into the latest controversy with Johnny Depp and the Times Up movement.  All opinions are our own and we welcome different ones but we had to bump this to an more sensitive rating for the youngsters.  Enjoy. /commentarynoaf /alxisvisions /carlitoswayxxii

We switch things up in this episode and talk shop; the news surrounding the D23 expo is our center of focus.  Is Disney all bad or all good?  Whose side of the Sony v Disney battle are we on?  What are the dangers of an entertainment monopoly?  Find out today on CNOAF.   /alxisvisions /carlitoswayxxii