The Big Picture
The Big Picture
The Ringer
1. ‘Bring It On’ and ‘Donnie Darko’ | Mission Accomplished
44 minutes Posted Aug 12, 2025 at 10:00 am.
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The Big Picture Live Show in NYC: Tickets go on sale today, August 12, at 2 p.m. ET at 92ny.org!

As a new millennium gets underway, two beloved high school films—one full of pep, the other drenched in dread—reflect America’s sudden shift from post-Y2K cheer to post-9/11 confusion. 

Host: Brian Raftery

Producers: Devon Baroldi, Brian Raftery, and Vikram Patel

Sound Design: Devon Baroldi

Mixing and Mastering: Scott Somerville 

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