14 Miles of Thigh | Movie Night | "Death Becomes Her" (1992) | The Articulate Coven

In this episode, Joel and Ashley discuss the campy horror comedy film 'Death Becomes Her,' exploring its themes of beauty, aging, and revenge. They reflect on their personal experiences with the film, the star-studded cast, and the creative forces behind it, while also delving into cultural commentary on the pressures women face regarding appearance. The conversation is filled with nostalgia, humor, and insightful observations about the film's impact and relevance, the characters' motivations, the comedic elements, and the film's commentary on aging and self-worth. The hosts analyze key scenes, the performances of Meryl Streep, Goldie Hawn, and Bruce Willis, and the film's lasting impact on pop culture. Through their discussion, they highlight the film's clever storytelling and special effects, making a case for its relevance even decades after its release. If you like Anne Rice and her vampires or witches enough to read this, then you like them enough to join our cult...I mean Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/articulatecoven/ If Facebook isn’t your thing, we also have a Discord: https://articulatecoven.com/discord or follow us on Threads, Bluesky, TikTok or Instagram @articulatecovenpod This episode & all of our videos are made possible by our Patrons. Thank you to our Fledglings: Sharlien, Gaica, Amiee DiBrango, Heather Heise, Mel Rosina, Sarah Louise, Mimi, Holly Robertson, The Shermanator, Casey Forester, Natalie Perkins, Lucia Grey and GrumpyOldBob56. Thank you to our Makers: Gabbi Necklen, Angela Stephenson, Mendi Raftery, Brat Prince Bran, Mandy Taylor, Judith Tigner, Dani Moreira, Derek Lord, Brittany Cavness, Toby Krstevski, Dorothy Johnson, Nicole Mazza, Periwinkle000, Karyn L., OnHerPeriods, Stephanie Deal, Aly Galloway, Kevin, ComixFan, Cortney, Gertzy Zee, and Tammy Issac. Thank to Children of the Millenia: Madame Mère, Catherine Thurmond, Loriann O'Malia, Donny Kanone, Rashaad Bell, Jennifer Morgan, Danielle Rupino, Jolee, Mandy B. and Stephen Dean. and Our Eternal Gratitude to Queen of the Damned, Nancee Ward. Get episodes & videos on our Patreon, a week earlier than YouTube. http://articulatecoven.com/join Episode Highlights: 00:00 Introduction and Setting the Scene 06:21 Movie Night: Death Becomes Her 12:29 Special Effects and Directorial Vision 18:23 Goldie Hawn: A Comedic Icon 24:22 The Legacy of John Cazale 30:22 Bruce Willis: A Career Retrospective 40:18 The Revenge Narrative in 'Death Becomes Her' 46:08 The Pressure of Beauty Standards 48:13 The Downfall of Ernest and Madeline's Lives 48:43 Madeline's Obsession with Youth 51:37 The Deteriorating Marriage of Madeline and Ernest 53:16 The Party and the Arrival of Helen 55:46 Madeline's Desperation and the Rainy Encounter 57:15 The Mysterious Castle and Isabella Rossellini 01:00:43 The Transformation Begins 01:06:54 The Potion's Effects and the Consequences 01:11:20 The Murder Plan Unfolds 01:12:34 The Insult That Sparked Chaos 01:12:59 Societal Reflections Through Film 01:14:09 The Hilarious Violence of Comedy 01:15:36 Hospital Hijinks and Misunderstandings 01:16:27 The Shotgun Showdown 01:17:24 The Absurdity of Death and Resurrection 01:18:41 The Party of the Undead 01:19:23 The Consequences of Immortality 01:20:45 The Potion and Its Implications 01:22:22 Consent and Control 01:23:03 The Seduction of Power 01:24:47 Reflections on Life and Loneliness 01:25:58 The Final Confrontation 01:27:42 The Legacy of Ernest 01:29:10 The Comedic Conclusion   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.