Shalita Grant (Search Party, You) is truly America's sweetheart. I learned so much about not just acting, but about life and myself from Shalita, who is so insightful in her self-reflection in addition to being absurdly gifted comedically. Shalita talks about not judging the characters she plays, the importance of collaboration in comedy, and building her haircare brand Four Naturals. I am sorry I brought up Dave & Buster's to a Tony nominee... but not really, because like with everything else Shalita speaks on, she not only made me laugh but also educated me (in this instance on getting what you want!) Follow Shalita on Instagram | Follow on Twitter | Learn more about Four Naturals

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Shalita Grant | Strong Female Leads

Two people decide to take a little vacation that kicks off a fight for their lives as their identities are called into question — Total Recall vs The Net. 

Getaway: Total Recall vs The Net

Two movies about sad boys with an affinity for peaches who find self-acceptance through a dreamlike adventure — it's Call Me By Your Name vs James and the Giant Peach.

Pipe Dream: Call Me By Your Name vs James and the Giant Peach

Jodi Lyn O'Keefe (She's All That, Prison Break, Hit the Floor) is a dream of a human being who lets me gush about my favorite roles of hers as I mathematically prove she has the best career — from being a guest appearance powerhouse to the perfect kind of campy villain — and she shares the romantic gesture to end all gestures, plus gives me even more reasons to adore Heretic Parfum. This show breaks down at points because I am laughing uncontrollably, what a joy! Follow Jodi on Instagram | Follow Heretic Parfum on Instagram | Visit the Heretic site to fall as in love with their scents as I have

Jodi Lyn O'Keefe | Strong Female Leads

Two movies about a woman in a high pressure environment who is unsure of what is real and what is not, and must come to terms with her desires — it's Black Swan vs Deadly Illusions. TIME CODES: 01:01 Black Swan 12:13 Deadly Illusions 20:33 Similarities 30:18 What Deadly Illusions did better

Heart's Desire: Black Swan vs Deadly Illusions

Two movies where survival of a species comes down to one bloodline and hope is finally carved out amidst the despair — it's Children of Men vs Underworld: Blood Wars.

Glimmer of Hope: Children of Men vs Underworld: Blood Wars

Brooke Smith (Big Sky, The Silence of the Lambs, Grey's Anatomy) becomes my favorite character in every project she joins, and this episode felt like a breezy chat with a close friend. Brooke answered questions about the satisfaction of bringing a character like Merilee to life on Big Sky, her relationship with Darla the dog aka Precious, and I called dibs on hiring her as a therapist should she ever change career paths. Follow Brooke on Instagram and Twitter | Catch up on Big Sky on Hulu or ABC | Watch a trailer for Them coming to Amazon April 9th

Brooke Smith | Strong Female Leads

Two movies about the pursuit of a specific lifestyle and feeling powerless — it's Goodfellas vs I, Tonya.

Tunnel Vision: Goodfellas vs I, Tonya

Two movies about taking on someone else's identity in pursuit of revenge — it's Face/Off vs Deadly Sibling Rivalry. Read Charisma Carpenter's THR piece, How To Be an Ally of Victims of Abuse

Out of Character: Face/Off vs Deadly Sibling Rivalry

Nicole Bilderback (Bring It On, Mercenaries, Brooklyn Nine-Nine) is part of the very fabric of good teen movie making and has continuously graced our screens with laughter and action. We talked lip-synching to the earworm that is Mickey, the similarities between dancing and fighting, and the importance of being informed about the world around you. Follow Nikki on Instagram and Twitter | Get a Cameo | Visit her website Watch Nikki and Clare Kramer recreate iconic scenes from Bring It On | Read MTV's Bring It On Oral History | Watch the promo for Cruel Summer  

Nicole Bilderback | Strong Female Leads

Two biopics about troubled women with star power and polarizing personalities — it’s Judy vs Gia.

Addicted to Love: Judy vs Gia

Two movies where the villain is shrouded, where decency must triumph over convenience and greed — it's Jaws vs Bombshell.

Under the Surface: Jaws vs Bombshell

Two movies where people become the sort of hero they’ve long admired, filling the shoes of those who have come before to save lives from greedy imperialists, and finding a support system along the way — it's Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope vs Spy.

A Hero Lies in You: Star Wars vs Spy

Two movies about the best in their field coming out of retirement — it's John Wick vs Stick It.  1:34 John Wick 12:00 Stick It 25:54 Similarities 33:02 What Stick It did better

Back In Business: John Wick vs Stick It

Two movies about morality outside the bounds of polite society and banding together — it's Saving Private Ryan vs Birds of Prey (and the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn).

Shades of Grey: Saving Private Ryan vs Birds of Prey

Tasteless is a movie podcast that pays tribute to the films no one else wants to talk about, from the underrated to the absurd. In each episode, Emily Higgins takes a highly regarded film and compares it to a similar but overlooked movie she recommends instead.