In this episode of High Expectations, we discuss Something’s Gotta Give as an in memoriam episode honoring Diane Keaton. We focus on her performance as the emotional core of the film, Jack Nicholson’s late career persona, and why this romantic comedy remains a familiar and frequently revisited comfort watch. Light up and settle in for a classic.

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Music courtesy of Vince Sasso of the Vince Sasso Trio

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This episode looks at how Jingle All the Way turned the hunt for a Turbo Man doll into sharp holiday satire. We explore the real shopping frenzies that inspired it, the production choices that shaped its chaotic style, and why it has grown into a seasonal favorite. We also ask whether Schwarzenegger, Sinbad, and full holiday desperation create an even better viewing experience when stoned.

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Music courtesy of Vince Sasso of the Vince Sasso Trio

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This week on High Expectations, we take on Happiest Season, a holiday rom-com that set out to be a new seasonal staple. Watching it while stoned, we examine the core relationship, the family dynamics, and whether the film delivers genuine warmth or creates more tension than comfort.

Is it a movie you want to revisit every December, or one that works better as a one-time watch?

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Music courtesy of Vince Sasso of the Vince Sasso Trio

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