Hocus Pocus (1993)/Hocus Pocus 2 (2022) (The Andyson Brothers conjure up some magic)

A certified childhood classic we all loved as children VS a competent sequel? or absolute trash? Find out as we deep dive into Hocus Pocus 1 and 2! Warning: the following ep[isode is for some reason our most vulgar, the longest episode we've ever done, and also the start of our Halloween month, soooo there's a lot going on, buckle up. - AndyIn this spooky season episode of Fried Rice Podcast, we kicked off our Halloween lineup with the classic Hocus Pocus (1993), and it was a nostalgic treat. We had a blast reminiscing about our childhood memories, like being a bit spooked by Bette Midler’s eccentric witch performance or secretly crushing on Sarah Jessica Parker’s character. The nostalgia hit hard as we revisited the film’s campy charm, and we found ourselves genuinely enjoying the blend of humor, fantasy, and Halloween spirit that makes Hocus Pocus such a timeless staple for the season.Despite the love we have for it, there were some mixed feelings when it came to the humor and pacing. Some of the jokes felt a bit corny when watched with adult eyes, but we agreed that’s also what adds to its charm. The festive atmosphere, with its cheesy one-liners and over-the-top witch antics, still made us smile. We even joked about how the Sanderson sisters would probably be social media stars if they were around today. In the end, we gave it a solid B—Hocus Pocus may not be perfect, but it’s an endearing, nostalgic classic that gets us in the Halloween spirit every time. -AIWe are on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5MHpzbpH9H0jXRCJI34KlC?si=a95fe723c01c4b6cWe are on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FriedRicePodcastCheck out our website: www.friedricepodcast.comCall our VOICEMAIL: (702) 829-0117 and listen for this week's question!(don't worry, Andy isn't sitting in his room, waiting by his phone like it's the 90s, just fiddling with the long chord, watching "The Nightmare Room"..)