Ebert says the high concept leaves the film on autopilot and misses the story’s point, ending with praise for the kitchen.
Pauline Kale’s separate review says Scott’s finicky care worried the fun out of the story; the response tells her to settle down.

Picking Nits

The long late-night drink should leave them more intoxicated.

In the discussion (1)

Approx. transcript time · 00:38:40Read transcript

They get home at three in the morning after drinks; the speakers expect them to be more tipsy or drunk.

Casting What-Ifs

Rogers auditioned for both women; Stone tested for Claire.

In the discussion (2)

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Rogers reportedly preferred Ellie, returned dressed more elegantly for Claire and had previously tested with Behringer for Body Heat.
Stone reportedly lost Claire to Rogers, then reversed the result with Basic Instinct; the hosts think Stone would make the return to marriage less plausible.

Recasting Couch

Alternative women are tested across eras.

In the discussion (2)

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Sarandon is debated, with Davis or Griffith suggested for Ellie and Griffith’s damaged quality noted.
Later-era Kidman, Chastain and Demi Moore are considered; Rogers’s actual work remains praised.

Probably Unanswerable Questions

The party woman’s gun question is revisited.

In the discussion (1)

Approx. transcript time · 01:03:22Read transcript

Whether shooting causes arousal gets a no followed by uncertainty and a Superbad comparison.

Recasting Couch

Franz or Caruso could fit.

In the discussion (1)

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Dennis Franz as TJ and Caruso as Scotty or possibly Mike are proposed, with the timing considered early for Caruso.

Half-Assed Internet Research

No additional research

In the discussion (1)

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The Queen Mary location and Rogers research are recalled with no additional material.

Picking Nits

Venza’s plan, police logic and Claire’s choices are weak.

In the discussion (3)

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His criminal business, public murder, release and need to kill Claire are unclear; the speakers report that real witness protection would relocate her rather than allow social outings.
Neil needs a stronger reason for Claire’s interest and should not leave her under threat; her informal bathroom wording seems out of character.
Mike should guard the bathroom, and Venza could kill Claire instead of shouting and smearing lipstick before being caught.

Probably Unanswerable Questions

How wealthy is Claire, how does she meet people, and what comes after the breakup?

In the discussion (3)

Approx. transcript time · 01:15:40Read transcript

Inheritance, family money, former engagement and charity work are imagined rather than established.
She is considered an exceptional but intimidating partner; her next relationships after danger and heartbreak are questioned.
An Italian count, much older partner or athlete are joking possibilities.

Best Double Feature

Jagged Edge and Black Widow are the personal picks.

In the discussion (2)

Approx. transcript time · 01:21:11Read transcript

Jagged Edge is one choice and Black Widow the other, with Fatal Attraction an alternative.
Jagged Edge’s1985 date is corrected while Suspect is offered as another1987 option; Black Widow shares a strong first90minutes and poor ending.

Producer review

Craig enjoyed the unfamiliar film and especially Rogers.

In the discussion (3)

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The invited viewer says the hosts have converted him: this movie hits love triangle, twangy guitar and dance-club squares in80s movie bingo.
The hair is praised but the lack of a strong sex scene or nudity is a miss.
Rogers’s performance impresses a viewer who knew her name but not her face or work.