Najlepsze podcasty z kategorii: Entertainment Of Excellence (2024)

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Fritz Lang's M (1931), the GENRE-DEFINING Noir Film | NO SPOILERS Review + DEEP DIVE [Ep 71] 1:07:50

8M ago1:07:50

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In this episode we watch the Tarkovsky classic Mirror (1975). Described as a "cinematic poem" it is presented as a series of seemingly unconnected memories. Listen to us REFLECT on it, and you may SEE DOUBLE of one of the ratings, but what is the rating? And who gave it? A true mystery that can only be solved by listening to this episode! Want to b…

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Tolkien... but TERRIBLE!? Khraneteli (1991 Soviet Lord of the Rings) Review [Ep 70] 1:04:45

8M ago1:04:45

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This week we review the... movie(??) Khraniteli (Хранители), aka USSR Lord of the Rings. Broadcast just once in 1991 by Leningrad Television, this masterpiece was thought to be lost media until some lovely person just went and found it didn't they? So yeah, low budget Soviet Lord of the Rings. Oh boy. Well technically it's just The Fellowship of th…

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Is DAFT PUNK's Electroma an Underrated MASTERPIECE? | No Spoilers Review + Deep Dive [Ep 69] 54:58

9M ago54:58

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It's been 3 years since Daft Punk announced their split with their infamous Epilogue video. But did you know it's just a clip from a feature length avant-garde scifi movie the band released in 2007? Sure, but you didn't know that it doesn't feature a single Daft Punk track right? Ah but did you know Thomas Bangalter read 500 issues of American Cine…

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BETTER than the BOOK? Bride and Prejudice Deep Dive [Ep 68] 58:57

9M ago58:57

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In this episode we discuss the 2004 Bollywood style rom-com musical(ish) Bride and Prejudice. Do we enjoy the high energy outlandishness? Do we think it's outlandish enough? I can't remember, we recorded this a while ago, but you can find out right now! How? By listening to the episode you plonker. We didn't have any submissions this week, but if y…

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Jacques Tati's PLAYTIME - Physical Comedy but Old & French [Ep 67] 1:04:00

1y ago1:04:00

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In this week's episode we watch Jacque Tati's Playtime (1967). It is often considered a masterpiece of comedy cinema but did we go haha hoohoo? Did Ben notice all the reflections? Did Thom dash about on the office chair? And will Ollie ever find that briefcase containing all the money we made from the Kangaroo Jack episode? Tune in and find out you…

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Is ANOMALISA the BEST Charlie Kaufman Film? + Viewer Submission [(Ep 66] 1:13:53

1y ago1:13:53

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In this episode we discuss the often overlooked Charlie Kaufman film Anomalisa (2015) looking at a sad velvet middle aged man. Do we enjoy the intimate look at animated David Thewlis? Are all three of us voiced by Tom Noonan? Does Jennifer Jason Leigh play you, the listener? Jolly well tune in and find out then! Honestly, some people. TIMESTAMPS:TB…

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Tarkovsky's MIRROR (1975) - A TRIPPY but PERSONAL Magnum Opus [Ep 65] 56:03

1+ y ago56:03

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In this episode we watch the Tarkovsky classic Mirror (1975). Described as a "cinematic poem" it is presented as a series of seemingly unconnected memories. Listen to us REFLECT on it, and you may SEE DOUBLE of one of the ratings, but what is the rating? And who gave it? A true mystery that can only be solved by listening to this episode! We didn't…

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Barbenheimer: OPENING WEEKEND Reviews of Barbie & Oppenheimer (with SPECIAL GUEST?) [Ep 64] 1:21:58

1+ y ago1:21:58

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The time has come for the clash of the titans as we review the movie phenomenon that is #Barbenheimer. Who comes out first in this race of grey vs pink? Do we prefer the haunting biopic or the colourful romp? When interviewing each flick they said "Now I am become movie, entertainer of excellence".We didn't have any submissions this week, but if yo…

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MASTERPIECE or Snoozefest? A Ghost Story (2017) DEEP DIVE [Ep 63] 1:04:18

1+ y ago1:04:18

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In this episode we watch the indie movie A Ghost Story (2017) from the "le underrated gem" studio A24 and we all definitely love it with no disagreements.We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us!TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Intro0:44 - Synopsis2:12 - Pacing and pie scene5:19 - Theme cha…

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BLACK MIRROR Season 6 In Depth Review + Indie Queer Fairytale THE BUTTERFLY QUEEN [Ep 62] 1:14:22

1+ y ago1:14:22

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In this episode we review the 2023 season of Black Mirror, Black Mirror Season 6. Which is our favourite episode? Is the sci-fi good? Will we have a consistent rating system? Watch to find out! We need that juicy watch time more than Netflix does. We also talk about our submission this week, the queer, indie, fantasy romp The Butterfly Queen (2022)…

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Episode 61 - Her (Movie, 2013) Review 56:18

1+ y ago56:18

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In this episode we watch the 2013 sci-fi film Her, starring Joaquin Phoenix and Scarlett Johansson. Do we fall in love with our own computers over the course of the episode? Listen and find out you insignificant human!We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us!TIMESTAMPS:0:00 - …

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Episode 59 - Freddy Got Fingered (Movie, 2001) Review 55:23

3y ago55:23

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In our 59th episode we go to hell. That's it. Enjoy! We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us! TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Intro 1:00 - Synopsis 2:40 - Betty and 2 good jokes 6:04 - Gord 'character development', editing issues and pacing 24:06 - Tom Green prank and setups 28:14 - Chara…

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Episode 60 - Following (Movie, 1998) Review 54:39

3y ago54:39

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In our 60th episode, we review Christopher Nolan's first feature film Following (1998). The plot follows aspiring writer Bill who follows people to discover more about their lives when he is taken under the wing of a burglar. Can we wrap our heads around the non-chronological order? What do we think of what was accomplished with the micro budget? A…

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Episode 58 - American Graffiti (Movie, 1973) Review 1:10:04

3y ago1:10:04

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In our 58th episode we take a look at the George Lucas classic Star W- I mean Indian- sorry, American Graffiti (1973). The film follows a group of teenagers as they prepare to move on from their high school life and search for what is really important to them. This one split us a bit so could be an interesting listen, especially if you're into the …

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Episode 57 – 2001: A Space Odyssey (Movie, 1968) Review 1:00:27

3+ y ago1:00:27

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In our 57th Episode, we review the classic 1968 sci-fi film 2001: A Space Odyssey, written and directed by Stanley Kubrick. Listen as we delve into the expansive themes, beautiful cinematography and spectacular special effects. Could this be our favourite film so far? Listen and find out! We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a cr…

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Episode 56 – A Quiet Place Part II (Movie, 2020) Review 51:41

3+ y ago51:41

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In our 56th episode we take a trip back to when the podcast first re-emerged and review A Quiet Place Part II (2020). We actually managed to watch this one in cinemas so you can hear us talk about the experience of going back to a movie theatre, and our thoughts on how the sequel holds up to the original. Stay to the end to hear the objectively cor…

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Episode 55 - Ma Rainey's Black Bottom (Movie, 2020) Review 47:37

3+ y ago47:37

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In our 55th episode, we review Chadwick Boseman's last film Ma Rainey's Black Bottom (2020). The story follows a blues band preparing to record some songs, and the tensions that arise between the characters. Tune in to find out what we thought of the explosive performances, great dialogue, and questionable pacing. We didn't have any submissions thi…

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Episode 54 - Falling Down (Movie, 1993) Review 54:21

3+ y ago54:21

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In our 54th episode we review the 1993 thriller Falling Down, directed by Joel Schumacher and starring Michael Douglas. We like the premise of the downfall of a 'normal' guy, but can we stay passionate about the film? Tune in to hear our thoughts and some exclusive trivia. There may also be some recommendations if you stay on your best behaviour. W…

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Episode 53 - Love, Death & Robots (TV, 2018 - ??) Review 1:06:38

3+ y ago1:06:38

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In our 53rd episode, we take on the monumental task of reviewing and ranking every episode of the animated sci-fi anthology Love Death & Robots (2019 - ) created by Tim Miller. There may be some clashes and intense drama when our lists don't match each other, so tune in to find out if one of us is beaten to death! We didn't have any submissions thi…

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Episode 52 - Joker (Movie, 1991) Review 51:16

3+ y ago51:16

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In our 52nd episode, we watch the superior Joker from 1991, a Swedish comedy crime film. Will it be complete and utter rubbish or will it surprise us? I don't know why I'm asking because I already know, but you don't. So listen and find out you goof! We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work review…

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Episode 51 - The Game (Movie, 1997) Review 55:50

3+ y ago55:50

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In our 51st episode, we watch the David Fincher thriller The Game (1997). It follows Michael Douglas as an out of touch millionaire who gets involved with a mysterious company who runs twisted games for rich people. Be sure to tune in for half an hour of us being annoyed at the ending, and another half an hour of infinite recommendations. We didn't…

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Episode 50 Special - Best Moments Reel + Q&A 1:30:56

3+ y ago1:30:56

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Welcome to our 50th episode bonanza! It features the highlights of the last 49 episodes as we have a retrospective compilation plus a bonus Q&A. You’ll laugh, you’ll cry (not guaranteed), but more importantly, you’ll hear answers to the burning questions submitted by you – the fans! So sit back, relax, switch off your phone, then switch it back on …

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Episode 49 - Gone Girl (Movie, 2014) Review 1:06:08

3+ y ago1:06:08

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In our 49th episode we review the David Fincher Thriller Gone Girl (2014). The film - written by Gillian Flynn - follows Nick Dunne (Ben Affleck) as he searches for his missing wife (Rosamund Pike) while trying to keep himself off the suspect list. Tune in to hear us talk about the heavy themes brought by this film and probably gush about the great…

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Episode 48 - Howard the Duck ("Movie", 1986) Review 49:53

3+ y ago49:53

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In our 48th episode we watch the amazing, the hilarious, the hot? Howard the Duck (1986) starring Lea Thompson, Jeffrey Jones and many, many Howards. Revel in our pain as we relive this maddening experience of a talking duck from another world and all his quips and mischievous deeds. Get ready for heads in hands and exasperated criticisms! And get …

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Episode 47 - Malcolm & Marie (Movie, 2021) Review 59:41

3+ y ago59:41

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In our 47th episode, we review the film Malcolm & Marie (2021), written and directed by Sam Levinson. Starring Zendaya and John David Washington, this was the first film to be fully produced during the national lockdown in America and looks at the relationship between a film maker and his girlfriend while taking very explicit jabs at movie critics.…

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Episode 46 - Tag (Movie, 2018) Review 55:47

3+ y ago55:47

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In our 46th episode, we review the Comedy film Tag (2018), starring Ed Helms, Jon Hamm and Jeremy Renner. The movie follows a group of men who have been playing a game of tag for 30 years as they try to tag their friend who has never been ‘it’. Tune in to hear our thoughts on whether this is good and discuss some very strange themes that arise over…

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Episode 45 - Us (Movie, 2019) Review 1:02:27

3+ y ago1:02:27

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In our 45th episode, we review the Jordan Peele horror, Us (2019), starring Lupita Nyong'o and Winston Duke. The film asks the classic horror question, what happens when you are hunted by yourself? We’ll talk about the highs, lows and our first experience with a Jordan Peele horror (I know, we haven’t seen Get Out, what an outrage).Maybe later on i…

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Episode 44 - It's A Sin (TV, 2021) Review 1:02:27

3+ y ago1:02:27

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In our 44th episode we are reviewing the Russell T. Davies drama It’s A Sin (2021) starring Olly Alexander, Keeley Hawes and Lydia West. The drama follows a group of friends living through the London AIDS crisis in the 80s. Listen to our opinions on how sad and good it was to see if it is objectively good. Yes, our word is final. Also, recommendati…

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Episode 43 - Polar (Movie, 2019) Review 55:09

3+ y ago55:09

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In episode 43 of the podcast, we subject ourselves to the 2019 movie Polar, starring the beloved Mads Mikkelson. The film follows an ex-hitman who must fight his way to retirement. Unfortunately, Mikkelson was not able to save some of this movie’s problems which we talk about on the podcast as we normally do. It would be a bit weird if we didn’t ta…

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Episode 42 - We Can Be Heroes (Movie, 2020) Review 56:15

4y ago56:15

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In today's episode we review the (long awaited?) Sharkboy and Lavagirl sequel, We Can Be Heroes (2020), written, directed and produced by Robert Rodriguez. As well as being the Narcos reunion we all wanted (with stars Pedro Pascal and Boyd Holbrook), the film follows a group of superheroes’ kids as they try to save their parents and the world. Is i…

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Episode 41 – The Haunting of Hill House (TV, 2018) Review 1:11:22

4y ago1:11:22

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In our 41st episode, we review a TV series for the first time in 33 episodes! The show in question is the 2018 horror-drama The Haunting of Hill House. Listen to us recall how much the director Mike Flanagan spooked us; experience our appreciation for the acting of stars such as Victoria Pedretti, Oliver Jackson-Cohen, and Henry Thomas and maybe we…

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Episode 40 - Sorry to Bother You (Movie, 2018) Review 1:01:42

4y ago1:01:42

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In our 40th episode, we discuss the Boots Riley film Sorry to Bother You (2018), starring LaKeith Stanfield and Tessa Thompson. Join us as we explore its surreal satire of modern business and working conditions and decide if it was good or a bit too strange. Get ready for a group of white guys talking about race issues and bafflement at the movie's…

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Episode 39 – The Truman Show (Movie, 1998) Review + Thoughts on Wandavision 1:05:08

4y ago1:05:08

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In our 39th episode, we review the 1998 sci-fi, comedy drama The Truman Show, directed by Peter Weir and written by Andrew Niccol. The story follows Truman Burbank (Jim Carrey) who begins to realise his whole life has been controlled by a mysterious organisation and broadcast across the globe in a TV show like no other. We really liked it, did you …

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Episode 38 – Snowpiercer (Movie, 2013) Review 1:05:44

4y ago1:05:44

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In today’s episode, we watch the Sci-Fi Thriller Snowpiercer (2013), written and directed by Bong Joon Ho, and starring Chris Evans, John Hurt and Tilda Swinton. The film follows a revolt from the passengers at the back of a train holding the last of the human race as they fight for the privilege the people at the front experience. We liked it, but…

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Episode 37 – Adaptation. (Movie, 2002) Review 1:02:20

4y ago1:02:20

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In our 37th episode, we dive into the deeply meta Adaptation. (2002), written by Charlie Kaufman, directed by Spike Jonze and starring Nicolas Cage and Meryl Streep. Is it good? Is it too pretentious? Is there a point? You’ll have to listen and find out then won’t you? Ugh, people are too demanding nowadays. We didn't have any submissions this week…

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Episode 36 – Left Behind (Movie, 2014) Review 1:00:27

4y ago1:00:27

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In our 36th episode we lose our minds while discussing the innovative masterpiece Left Behind starring Nicolas Cage with what is possibly is greatest performance ever. The terrible – I mean amazing dialogue and special effects will astound anyone with functioning eyes and ears. On another note, we have a submissions spotlight after quite a long run…

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Episode 35 – Klaus (Movie, 2019) Review + Thoughts on The Clone Wars 1:02:49

4y ago1:02:49

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In a very Christmassy episode, we talk about the Oscar-nominated animated Netflix film Klaus, written and directed by Sergio Pablos and starring Jason Schwartzman, J.K. Simmons and Rashida Jones. The movie gives us a chance to talk about its festive themes of love, giving, and communication while we drool over its gorgeous animation. Will Ben bring…

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Episode 34 - Room (Movie, 2015) Review 1:04:49

4y ago1:04:49

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In our 34th episode, we watch the Drama-Thriller Room (2015), Directed by Lenny Abrahamson and starring Brie Larson and Jacob Tremblay, the film follows a woman who has been trapped and abused in a room for 7 years, leaving her with a 5 year old son who has never seen the outside world. We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a crea…

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Episode 33 – Hunger (Movie, 2008) Review 55:43

4y ago55:43

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In this episode we discuss Steve Mcqueen’s first feature film Hunger (2008) starring Michael Fassbender. The movie is an unflinching look at the life of IRA prisoners in the infamous Maze Prison, and their plan to stage a hunger strike, no matter the consequences. We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have yo…

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Episode 32 – In the Heat of the Night (Movie, 1967) Review 59:00

4y ago59:00

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In this episode we review the 1967 mystery drama In the Heat of the Night, directed by Norman Jewison and starring Sidney Poitier and Rod Steiger, the plot follows a black homicide expert who faces discrimination while attempting to solve a murder in a hostile southern town. Thom remembers the Submissions Spotlight section for once! Which… we didn’…

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Episode 31 – 9 (Movie, 2009) Review 1:00:17

4y ago1:00:17

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For our 31st episode we watch and review the Sci-Fi animated film 9 (2009) which follows a rag doll that has awakened in a post-apocalyptic world who seeks the reason behind his existence while fighting off mechanical monsters. Directed by Shane Acker, starring Elijah Wood and produced by Tim Burton, this film has a unique dark tone, that is not of…

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Episode 30 - Captain Fantastic (Movie, 2016) Review 56:49

4y ago56:49

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For our 30th episode, we watch and review the 2016 comedy drama drama Captain Fantastic. Directed by Matt Ross and starring Viggo Mortenson and George MacKay, the plot follows a radical Marxist family who live in the woods who have to come to terms with the rest of society after the mother's suicide. We didn't have any submissions this week, but if…

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Episode 29 – Slender Man (Movie, 2018) Review 57:24

4y ago57:24

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For our 29th episode, we're doing a Halloween special, but we decided to combine it with a terrible movie since we haven't done it in a while. Nobody asked for a Slender Man Movie in 2018, but we got one regardless, and it is one of the worst movies we've ever seen. Much like the effect Kangaroo Jack had on us, where we ended up questioning what ac…

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Episode 28 - Fantasia (Movie, 1940) Review 1:03:05

4y ago1:03:05

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For our 28th episode, we watch and review the 1940 animation Fantasia, produced by Walt Disney. The movie features 7 segments, all featuring colourful animations based on a piece of popular classical music, with a conductor who addresses the audience introducing each one. With appearances from Mickey Mouse, dinosaurs, Greek mythological figures and…

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Episode 27 - The Irishman (Movie, 2019) Review 1:00:48

4y ago1:00:48

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For our 27th episode, we watch and review the 2019 Netflix Original crime drama The Irishman, directed by Martin Scorsese. Based on the true story of hitman Frank Sheeran, the three-hour movie follows his journey from a humble truck driver to the right hand man of Jimmy Hoffa, a powerful politician. The film also stars cast of seasoned crime actors…

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Episode 26 – Upgrade (Movie, 2018) Review 58:20

4y ago58:20

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For our 26th episode, we watch and review the 2018 sci-fi thriller Upgrade, written and directed by Leigh Whannell. The plot follows Grey Trace, a mechanic in a futuristic cyberpunk world, who gets paralysed after a mugging which leaves his wife dead. An experimental operation fuses his body with an AI called STEM, which allows him to walk and "upg…

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Episode 25 Special - Re-Rating Old Episodes + Q&A 1:34:46

4y ago1:34:46

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For our 25th episode, to celebrate having reached this milestone, we go back through our older episodes, re-rating our 2018 ones because our views have changed since then. We also show off our impressive display of failed intros, and answer fan-submitted questions. Thanks for sticking with us this far, and we hope we'll be doing another one of thes…

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Episode 24 – Nightcrawler (Movie, 2014) Review 59:28

4y ago59:28

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For our 24th episode, we watch and review the 2014 thriller Nightcrawler, written and directed by Dan Gilroy. It stars Jake Gyllenhaal as Lou, a freelance stringer who records accidents and sells them to a TV network. The film explores the corruption and moral issues behind news editing and journalism, and Lou himself is a character study into soci…

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Episode 23 – The Two Popes (Movie, 2019) Review 1:03:02

4y ago1:03:02

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In our 23rd episode, we watch and review the Netflix original The Two Popes, directed by Fernando Meirelles and based on the play of the same name by Anthony McCarten. The plot, based on a true story, follows Pope Benedict XVI (played by Anthony Hopkins) attempting to change the mind of Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio, who wants to resign as an arch…

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Episode 22 – I'm Thinking of Ending Things (Movie, 2020) Review + Oscars' Diversity Standards 59:59

4y ago59:59

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For our 22nd episode, we watch and review the Netflix original I'm Thinking of Ending Things, written and directed by Charlie Kaufman and based on the book of the same name by Iain Reid. Starring Jesse Plemons and Jessie Buckley, the plot follows a young woman on a roadtrip with her boyfriend Jake to meet his parents, but nothing is as it seems and…

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