Girls Gone Hallmark

By: Long Story Short with Megan and Wendy
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  • Join Megan and Wendy as we watch and review the latest Hallmark original movies! Megan is a long time Hallmark channel fan, while Wendy was a Hallmark rookie at the start of this podcast! Now we're seasoned pros sharing our thoughts week to week.
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  • The Chicken Sisters, Ep 2

    The Chicken Sisters, Ep 2
    Sep 18 2024
    It’s time for Girls Gone Hallmark’s Hallmark+ review! Megan and Wendy dive into their thoughts on the second episode of The Chicken Sisters. They wrap up their discussion on the show’s large ensemble cast, debate whether it’s been fully “Hallmarkified,” and explore just how much Sabrina is influencing Kitchen Clash. Email us your review at girlsgonehallmark@gmail.com or let’s talk about it in the Girls Gone Hallmark Facebook Group! We Need Your 5-STAR Ratings and Reviews Apple Podcast listeners: Use your phone’s podcast app -> find the Girls Gone Hallmark show -> scroll all the way down to the review section -> tap 5 stars and tell listeners why Girls Gone Hallmark is your favorite Hallmark podcast. Spotify Podcast listeners: Spotify allows listeners to rate podcast episodes. Once you listen to a podcast for at least 30 seconds, you get the option to rate it between one and five stars. Return to the podcast’s main page and tap the star icon. Then, tap submit. About The Chicken Sisters, Episode 2 – (Hallmark+, 2024) James Kot plays Frank Jr. – James has 31 acting credits which most recently include: Virgin River, Christmas on Cherry Lane, and When Calls the Heart. Jake Foy plays Kenneth. We first met Jake when he played Tuff McMurray on Ride. We’re glad to have him back in a Hallmark series we’re loving. Other roles in his 22 credits include: Designated Survivor, A Little Daytime Drama, Wilderness and Allegiance.Cardi Wong plays Gen – Cardi has 54 acting credits including his role on Tipline Mysteries: Dial 1 for Murder. His other Hallmark appearances include Flip That Romance, One Winter Proposal, My Best Friend’s Bouquet, and the Crossword Mysteries series.Ektor Rivera plays Sergio – This is Ektor’s 13th credit and his third appearance on Hallmark having previously appeared in Groundswell and Sugar Plum Twist. He also had a role in the thriller StartUp streaming on Crackle.Arkie Kandola plays cameraman Gordon. He is currently appearing in the Hulu series How to Die Alone. His 25 credits also include Our Big Punjabi Family, Upload, and the one-season wonder Megan wishes everyone would watch: No Tomorrow. Samer Salem plays Jay – Samer has 33 total acting credits, mostly trending toward grittier fare. He did appear on one episode of Hudson and Rex and has also appeared on Yellowjackets, The Handmaid’s Tale, and The Good DoctorAndrew J Hampton plays Kenneth’s husband Patrick. Andrews’s first full-length feature was in Grease Live! Where he had an uncredited role. Since then he has appeared in Atypical, The Flash, So Help Me Todd, Blockbuster, Dream Moms and Upload for a total of 15 acting credits. Kimmy Gatewood and Annie Mebane return as director and writer respectively. Catch Up on Our Reviews of The Chicken Sisters Family is Family, episode 1 Our Thoughts on The Chicken Sisters Girls Gone Hallmark: Chicken Sisters Episode 2 Recap and Review Here’s a quick rundown of the detailed recap and review of Episode 2, “I Walked the Line” (or “We’re on the Same Team, Y’all”) from the Hallmark series, Chicken Sisters. that we run in our episode of Girls one Hallmark. Key Events of Episode 2 The Franny’s Girl vs. Mimi’s Girl Narrative The episode begins highlighting the traditional rivalry between Franny’s and Mimi’s. We see how being a Franny’s girl signifies being on the “right” side while being a Mimi’s girl denotes the opposite. This rivalry not only introduces tension but offers depth to the backstories of characters like Nancy and Gus. Nancy and Frank Jr.’s Dynamic Nancy struggles with her identity after the loss of her husband, Frank. It’s heartbreaking to witness how Frank Jr. treats her, mirroring behaviors that might have been modeled by his father. The episode delves deeper into Nancy’s past, showing her sacrifices and longing for validation from her son. The Sabrina and Amanda Facade Sabrina, a master manipulator, manipulates Amanda into revealing sensitive information about Mae’s past working at Donkey’s. This not only fuels the drama but also underscores Sabrina’s sneaky nature, making her a complex yet enjoyable character to watch. Media Training Drama Mae’s attempts to conduct media training are met with resistance, particularly from Gus, who refuses to participate actively. This further highlights the existing tension and divide within the group. Kenneth’s Role We revisit Kenneth, whose character adds a refreshing layer to the storyline. His past with Mae and his current grounded life back in town contrast sharply with Mae’s more chaotic return. Lindsay and Frankie’s Teen Drama The clash between Sabrina’s daughter Lindsay and local teen Frankie introduces a generational reflection of the town’s bigger conflicts. Lindsay’s dismissal of Maranac’s small-town charms leads to some hilarious and harsh clashes with Frankie. Characters We Liked Nancy Nancy’s struggle to redefine herself outside ...
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    31 mins
  • The Cases of Mystery Lane: Death is Listening

    The Cases of Mystery Lane: Death is Listening
    Sep 17 2024
    Girls Gone Hallmark takes on The Cases of Mystery Lane: Death is Listening, the latest installment in the Hallmark Mystery series. What will Megan and Wendy think of the second movie in The Cases of Mystery Lane collection? And surely there’s more to come, right? Fans can’t be left hanging after that dramatic cliffhanger! When can we expect a third installment of The Cases of Mystery Lane? Email us your review at girlsgonehallmark@gmail.com or let’s talk about it in the Girls Gone Hallmark Facebook Group! We Need Your 5-STAR Ratings and Reviews Apple Podcast listeners: Use your phone’s podcast app -> find the Girls Gone Hallmark show -> scroll all the way down to the review section -> tap 5 stars and tell listeners why Girls Gone Hallmark is your favorite Hallmark podcast. Spotify Podcast listeners: Spotify allows listeners to rate podcast episodes. Once you listen to a podcast for at least 30 seconds, you get the option to rate it between one and five stars. Return to the podcast’s main page and tap the star icon. Then, tap submit. About The Cases of Mystery Lane: Death is Listening – (Hallmark Mystery, 2024) Mike Rohl directed. With 63 directing credits, Rohl has directed several episodes of When Calls the Heart, two episodes of Signed, Sealed, Delivered, as well as the first installment of The Cases of Mystery Lane. This isn’t his only movie in the fall 2024 lineup; Rohl directed the upcoming Falling Together also starring Paul Campbell.Joel Dovev & Margaux Froley are the husband/wife writing team behind The Cases of Mystery Lane: Death is Listening.Joel Dovev has just three writing credits: these two movies, as well as a short called Bruce. IMDb also lists he is a writer on a project in development, and all it says is “Untitled Ashley Williams Kimberley Sustad Project.” Also noteworthy, Dovev was an assistant producer on the recent Prison Confessions of Gypsy Rose Blanchard.Margaux Froley has six writing credits, including the Cases movies, a Lifetime movie called Let’s Get Physical with Jenna Dewan, as well as an episode of a 2008 series called Privileged, which starred JoAnna Garcia Swisher, Lucy Hale, and Ashley Newbrough. Froley is also listed as a writer on the Ashley Williams/Kimberley Sustad project.Aimee Garcia plays Birdie. Garcia’s TV credits include Dexter, Hulu’s WOKE, Marvel’s M.O.D.O.K., Rush Hour, Vegas, and The George Lopez Show. She also headlined a Netflix film called Christmas with You. This movie marks Garcia’s second movie for Hallmark, and it was just announced that Garcia will join the third season of Criminal Minds: Evolution on Paramount+.Paul Campbell plays Alden. With Campbell’s 54 acting credits, we last saw him in last year’s Magic in Mistletoe. It’s kind of wild that it’s almost been a whole year since he’s been in a Hallmark movie. However, he has been busy. He’s got two more movies on Hallmark, including Falling Together, which airs this Saturday. He will also reprise his role as Stephan in Three Wiser Men and a Boy this holiday season.Matt Hamilton returns as Officer ‘Air Quotes’ Newton. Hamilton has 62 acting credits, with three non-Hallmark projects in production. He was last seen in A World Record Christmas during last year’s Countdown to Christmas. Fans in the GGH FB group are calling for Matt to step into a lead Hallmark role.Meghan Heffern plays Birdie’s old friend Kristen. Heffern has 69 acting credits, with roles in Betty’s Bad Luck in Love and Retreat to You. She will be seen next in Autumn at Apple Hill.Samantha Ferris plays podcaster Laurel St. James. With a whopping 92 acting credits, you might recognize Ferris from Hallmark faves like A Picture of Her, A Winning Team, When Calls the Heart, and Christmas Under the Stars.Lillian Doucet-Roche plays fellow crime podcaster Katie. She has 18 acting credits, with the last six projects being for Hallmark. She recently played Mia Cavendish in February’s Paging Mr. Darcy.Brandi Alexander plays yogi Wintress. Brandi is no stranger to Hallmark. She has appeared in movies like Wedding Every Weekend, Darrow & Darrow, and Christmas on Cherry Lane. No news if she will reprise her role as Daisy in the rumored sequels to Cherry Lane.Peter Benson makes a brief appearance as Pat. This movie marks his 170th acting credit. Benson directed the upcoming Love on the Danube: Kissing Stars, which will premiere on Hallmark+ on September 26th. Watch the Trailer for The Cases of Mystery Lane: Death is Listening Our Thoughts on The Cases of Mystery Lane: Death is Listening The Cases of Mystery Lane: Death is Listening – A Girls Gone Hallmark Review Welcome to our recap of the Hallmark movie “The Cases of Mystery Lane: Death is Listening.” This post provides a comprehensive rundown of everything we discussed in the corresponding Girls Gone Hallmark podcast episode. What We Liked Current and Relevant Storyline:True crime ...
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    31 mins
  • The Jane Mysteries: A Deadly Prescription

    The Jane Mysteries: A Deadly Prescription
    Sep 13 2024
    Girls Gone Hallmark reviews The Jane Mysteries: A Deadly Prescription, premiering exclusively on the Hallmark+ streaming service. What will Megan and Wendy think of the second movie in The Jane Mysteries collection? Is this the perfect role for Stephen Huszar, and is the biggest mystery Jodie Sweetin’s wig? Email us your review at girlsgonehallmark@gmail.com or let’s talk about it in the Girls Gone Hallmark Facebook Group! We Need Your 5-STAR Ratings and Reviews Apple Podcast listeners: Use your phone’s podcast app -> find the Girls Gone Hallmark show -> scroll all the way down to the review section -> tap 5 stars and tell listeners why Girls Gone Hallmark is your favorite Hallmark podcast. Spotify Podcast listeners: Spotify allows listeners to rate podcast episodes. Once you listen to a podcast for at least 30 seconds, you get the option to rate it between one and five stars. Return to the podcast’s main page and tap the star icon. Then, tap submit. About The Jane Mysteries: A Deadly Prescription – (Hallmark+, 2024) This movie was based on the book Amateur Night: A Jane Da Silva Mystery by K.K. Beck.Neale Kimmel wrote the script for A Deadly Prescription. She also wrote the script for Inheritance Lost and the upcoming Too Much to Lose. She has 18 total writing credits with additional credits for Hallmark that include: Jazz Ramsey: A K9 Mystery. Marco Deufemia directed. Marco has 26 directing credits which include all installments of the Jane Mysteries. He also directed The Heiress and the Handyman and Jazz Ramsey recently.Jodie Sweetin plays Jane Da Silva. Jodie has 36 acting credits and was most recently seen in The Heiress and the Handyman. Two more Jane Mysteries movies will premiere over the next two weeks.Stephen Huszar plays Detective John Cameron. Stephen is a Hallmark staple having appeared in movies like: Love in Glacier National: A National Park Romance, Navigating Christmas, and Everything Puppies. Paris Jefferson plays Sadie da Silva. Paris did appear in the first The Jane Mysteries: Inheritance Lost and will appear in the next two installments. Among her 46 acting credits, other appearances include Y: The Last Man, Sex/Life, Fit for a Prince, and Departure. Colin McLeod plays Ryan Shea. This is just Colin’s 5th acting credit. He appeared in the mini-series Five Days at Memorial as well as the movie: It Chapter Two. Beth Hornby plays Sandra Shea. Beth has 18 previous acting credits which include a role in Locked in My House and Stolen Baby: The Murder of Heidi Broussard. Watch the Trailer for The Jane Mysteries: A Deadly Prescription Our Thoughts on The Jane Mysteries: A Deadly Prescription Below you’ll find a detailed rundown of everything we discussed in our recent podcast episode about the movie “Jane Mysteries: A Deadly Prescription.” If you enjoy this breakdown, make sure to tune into our podcast for even more in-depth reviews and discussions. Join us, Megan and Wendy, long-time Hallmark enthusiasts, as we dive into the world of Jane and her mysteries. What We Liked The Cast’s Performances: Stephen Huszar as Detective John Cameron: Stephen brought a serious and business-like demeanor to his role, which suited the mystery genre better than his previous romantic leads.Jodie Sweetin as Jane DaSilva: Although we were not always convinced by her performance, she definitely found a niche in this series. We appreciated seeing her take on a more dramatic role.Paris Jefferson as Aunt Sadie: We absolutely loved Aunt Sadie’s wardrobe and her quirky lines that gave the movie some light-hearted moments. The Initial Plot: The introduction of the suspects and the murder board added an intriguing layer to the mystery. The breakdown of their motives and the visual representation on the murder board was highly engaging. Jodi Sweetin’s Singing: We were delightfully surprised by her singing voice, featured in both the opening and end credits of the movie. What We Wished For Character Development for Detective John: We felt that John needed more depth. Whether it’s a friend, a brother, or another coworker, he needed someone to confide in outside of Jane. More Emotional Range from Jodie Sweetin: There were moments, such as when an AC unit fell near her, where we felt her reactions lacked the necessary emotional impact. We wished for a fuller scope of her emotions to make these scenes more realistic. Less Focus on Firearms: The frequent use of firearms and shooting made us uncomfortable. We wished for this aspect to be toned down in future movies. Did You See That? Jodie Sweetin’s Wig: We were on wig watch again! Initially, we thought it might be her real hair, but by the end of the movie, we were convinced it was a wig. Either way, it was a significant improvement from her previous roles. Jane’s Outfits: While some of Jane’s outfits were super cute, others, especially the pantsuits, aged her and didn’t really fit the character’s vibe. Aunt Sadie’s Nightie ...
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