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“Do you think we need one more? Do you think we need one more… Okay, we’ll get one more.” 
We’re assembling the crew and heading to America’s playground to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Steven Soderbergh’s effortlessly cool heist masterpiece, Ocean's Eleven.  
Host Luke Ferris is joined by his own "Rusty" and "Linus"—Andy Warsen and Mike Wynne—to break down why this movie is one of the coolest and lasting pieces of pure movie-star entertainment. 
In this episode, we’ll dive into:
Pranks and Behind the Scenes Lore: How George Clooney recruited Julia Roberts with a $20 bill and more on-set shenanigans. 
The Standard of Cool: Andy and Luke share why seeing this movie at an impressionable age set their standard for what’s “cool.”
Rusty Ryan Honorary Bestie for On-Screen Eating: From shrimp cocktails to jelly beans, we track Rusty's impressive cinematic diet.
Did Mike Watch the Movie?: Andy and Luke track to see if Mike is conning them, and actually sleep through the movie.  
The Longest Segment We’ve Ever Had: The guys reference the most quotable and numerous lines from the movie. 
And much more…
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Ocean's Eleven (2001) Official Trailer
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In this essay episode, Luke Ferris explores the evocative power of film scores and why we find such deep resonance in the music that follows us long after the credits roll. Luke will examine how soundtracks allow us to rewatch movies in our minds and provide thematic connection beyond the screen.
We’ll dive into:
A Mental Rewatch: Why listening to a score allows your mind to wander back into the mood, era, and story of a favorite film.
The Soundtrack of Productivity: How ambient compilations—from Blade Runner to The Lord of the Rings—provide clarity and focus during study and work.
Beyond the Script: Why a movie’s musical landscape is just as vital to the cinematic experience as the actors on the poster or the words on the page
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For those of us in northern climates, spring break is a strange American pastime—a desperate search for vitamin D to escape the "sprinter" (spring-winter) slush. But for the "holdovers" who stay behind, the empty streets and gray skies offer a different kind of magic: the cinema.
In this essay episode, Luke Ferris explores the unique nostalgia of the spring break movie season. From childhood memories to the recent "quadrant-bursting" success of Project Hail Mary, Luke discusses why the theater remains the ultimate escape for those left behind.
He’ll dive into:
The Escapism of the Spring Break at the Movies: Why being a "holdover" feels like a secret club for movie-goers.
Project Hail Mary and The Return of the (Non-Comic Book) Event Film: A look at why the Andy Weir adaptation (starring Ryan Gosling) is the perfect "four-quadrant" spring break hit.
The Drama of The Drama: A celebration of big movie stars making adult movies for adults. 
The "Sprinter" Survival: Why a packed Tuesday night screening in Grand Rapids feels more rewarding than a tropical beach.
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Project Hail Mary | Final Trailer
The Drama | Official Trailer HD | A24
TMNT (2007) - Trailer
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After five moves in five years, Luke Ferris is finally unpacking the last of his boxes—the ones that contain his most precious cargo: his record collection. In this essay episode, we explore the strange power of things that finally make us feel at home.
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HIGH FIDELITY Rob Re-Organizes His LPs
These Things Matter
Drinking Buddies - Official Trailer
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Pack your bags and grab your "Remains of the Day" lunchbox. This week on Least Important Things, we are traveling to the "Stool Capital of the World"—Blaine, Missouri—to rewatch the 1997 mockumentary masterpiece, Waiting for Guffman.
Mike Wynne returns to the podcast with Luke Ferris to discuss the ambitious musical celebration Red, White and Blaine and the man with the dream: Corky St. Clair. From the improvised genius of Christopher Guest and Eugene Levy to the late Catherine O'Hara, we break down why this film is the blueprint for every modern self-aware comedy.
In this episode, we discuss:
The Mockumentary Lineage: Why modern hits like The Office and Parks & Rec owe a massive debt to the unique style of Guest.
A 16mm Juggernaut: How the team worked from a 25-page "beat sheet" rather than a script, and how editor Andy Blumenthal whittled 60 hours of footage down to 84 minutes
Best Lines: The most stacked "Bestie" category to date. 
O'Hara's Legacy: Mike and Luke share their love for the late-great Catherine O'Hara and her legacy of joy. 
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Waiting for Guffman (1996) Official Trailer - Christopher Guest, Deborah Theaker Movie HD

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