The universe brought this iconic film to Kate via Issa Rae and once she read that writer director Gina Prince-Bythewood was inspired to write it because of When Harry Met Sally she knew Carinn would get on board. We may be late to the game, but in the end we both agree it’s the movie we never knew we needed.** Complicated Woman: Monica. As “a Quincy”, Carinn struggled to find her way into Monica, but she clicked for Kate, who could relate to her single-mindedness and being guarded in love. Whether we got her or learned her, we both loved the growth in Monica's story arc and celebrated her happily ever after. (09:47)** Scenes. There are sooo many that we love and discuss: The opening scene with “Candy Girl” playing where Q and Monica first meet (14:40); the homecoming dance leading to the iconic love scene where Maxwell’s “This Woman’s Work” brilliantly sets the score (17:18); Monica leaving Q on the bleachers, which is the start of their relationship downfall, and where Carinn realizes she is Quincy while Kate has a big moment of realization about partnership (19:44); now older, Monica and Q talk about being adults, regret and Monica’s love of basketball (30:41); the breakthrough scene in Monica’s growth when she talks with her mother in the kitchen (34:00); Monica’s big romcom speech to Q when she fights for their love and plays for his heart in their third one on one game – the one with the highest stakes (39:45); the final scene at the WNBA game and what makes it a true fairy tale (45:48).** What’s Your Damage, Monica? We had covered so much of her damage and mommy issues in the scenes, but what we find so remarkable here is Monica’s growth! We make comparisons to Always Be My Maybe and Boomerang too. (48:57) ** What She Said: Gina Prince-Bythewood. We are ALL in on this baller of a writer and director. We share our favorite quotes and bow to her many accomplishments. (52:05)** Who Won The Movie: For the first time ever, Carinn & Kate have the same two picks for what won, but that’s a testament to how obviously wonderful these aspects are. Kate has a third one that she’s certain no one else would ever pick…sports as foreplay (whaaaat??). (58:25)** Takeaways. Kate hyperventilates a little bit about how this movie is everything she never knew she needed – a movie that combines all her loves: sports, a love story, female ambition, and competition, all told from a female POV. Carinn cosigns this takeaway and declares her surprising love of this movie! (63:01)Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @popfictionwomen and on Twitter @pop_women. To do a full deep dive, check out our website at www.popfictionwomen.com. Stay Complicated!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.