Oliver & Company

Episode Summary


Once upon a time in New York City, a movie about dogs brought up
a lot of questions about class, race, and gender. Erin revisits
one of her favorite childhood films in this episode about
Oliver & Company (1988), while Rachel remains
steadfast in her stance that the lone kitten is the only good
part. 


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