Not Just Tentacles

Rachael and Ruth review Spy x Family: Code White, the 2023 standalone film.There's no such thing as an ordinary day with the Forger family, and certainly not an ordinary holiday. What will our favourite spy, assassin and telepath do when they accidentally threaten world peace?Rachael is a firm fan of the series; Ruth has never watched it. How will they rate the movie?You know the d

In this mega long episode, Rachael and Ruth wonder why the films of the Disney Renaissance exert such a hold over millennials. Are they as good as we remember, or is it the nostalgia speaking?Includes singing, digressions and cussing. Ruth couldn't resist reviewing The Emperor's New Groove because 1) she watched it recently and 2) just because 🤦‍♀️

Rachael and Ruth discuss the shows they've been watching over Winter 2025: Sakamoto Days, Ameku MD: Doctor Detective, Tasokare Hotel, Indigo and The Magical Girl Garnet Heart.There's an overriding theme of mystery, but a wide range of shows: hitmen, medical drama, supernatural thriller, sci-fi and magical girls!

In this bumper Valentine's Day special, Rachael and Ruth talk about all things Stolitz in the second half of Helluva Boss Season 2.Includes dubious impersonation, Rachael playing devil's advocate for Blitzo and Stolas, and Ruth being Ruth. Also spoilers for Aggretsuko, What We Do In The Shadows and Carol (sorry!)

Rachael and Ruth enthuse about Wicked, the blockbusting film adaptation of the Broadway musical.Includes belting notes, brain fog, tangents and Ruth's Jeff Goldblum impression.They know it's not anime or animation, but what the hell.

Rachael and Ruth discuss the recent antics of Helluva Boss' infamous abusive wife and mother, Stella.Since people are still missing the point.CW: Mentions of domestic and child abuse.

Rachael and Ruth review The Promised Neverland. Ruth is no wuss, but she's traumatised.They also discuss indie animations Gods' School, The Epilogue of Endings and Bite Shift.Contains tangents, singing and anecdotes.CW: Child murder, abuse and endangerment.

In their first episode of 2025, Rachael and Ruth review Wallace and Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl, the beloved duo's first outing in 16 years. Wallace has become overly reliant on his new invention Norbot, to Gromit's chagrin. To make matters worse, an old enemy is waiting in the wings, seeking revenge ...

It's the Helluva Boss Season 2 finale!Blitzo tries to teach Stolas the spirit of Sinsmas, but he's worried about Via, and they've a target to take out. Oh, and Millie has a secret ...Rachael and Ruth ask: Is it the best Christmas episode of a show ever? Quite possibly!

Rachael and Ruth host the first Tentacles Awards ceremony, recognising the anime and animation they've watched in 2024. Which shows and movies will receive the coveted gongs?Includes the usual tangents and brain guffs (sorry, Stephanie! And who the hell is Paul?)