14.04: Keanuversary
Welcome to the latest episode of Geek Girl Soup, where Susan, Kelly, and Cort celebrate “Keanuversary” – a special tribute to Keanu Reeves for “Keanuvember”! In honor of Keanu’s 60th birthday and the anniversary milestones of some of his biggest films, the hosts take a nostalgic journey through his iconic movies, unique career highlights, and his unexpected origins.
The hosts chat about the following topics:
Keanu’s Roots and Early Career: Born in Beirut, raised in Canada, and a high school hockey star before Hollywood called.
Anniversary Movie Lineup: From John Wick and The Matrix to classics like Speed and Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure, the hosts break down why these films still hold a special place in fans’ hearts.
Keanu’s Good Heart: Remembering his gestures of generosity, like taking a pay cut on The Devil’s Advocate to ensure Al Pacino could join the film.
The Keanu Effect: Why he continues to influence pop culture, from his kindness and humility to his undeniable charm.
Keanu vs. Nicolas Cage: A lighthearted discussion comparing their unique filmographies and what makes each actor a cult icon in his own right.
The conversation also shifts to current events, with reflections on recent election news, a SNL skit featuring Kamala Harris, and commentary on the state of democracy.
Susan and Cort discuss the latest episode of From.
Recommendations:
Piece by Piece: A unique documentary about Pharrell Williams made entirely with LEGO animations.
Don’t Move: A thrilling horror movie on Netflix.
The Remarkable Life of Ebelin: A touching documentary on HBO about a young man’s impact despite physical limitations.
What’s New on Streaming:
Like Water for Chocolate on Max – A new series adaptation of the classic novel.
Day of the Jackal on Peacock – Eddie Redmayne stars in a new thriller series adaptation.
Next Week’s Theme:
Homicide: Life on the Street
Listener Interaction:
Send your Keanu movie recommendations or share your favorite Keanu moments with us at GeekGirlSoup@gmail.com or find us on social media @GeekGirlSoup.
Reminder: If you haven’t yet, remember to Vote Blue! The hosts encourage everyone to stay engaged and hopeful as election results come in.
Outro: Until next time, keep it geeky and keep celebrating the iconic roles of Keanu Reeves with us on Geek Girl Soup!
