Luke from 'The Nerdstalgic Podcast' returns to join Sean and discuss the Disney-Pixar short film, Float (2019).

Float is a short six-minute film which highlights the importance of difference and acceptance, by following a Father coming to terms with his young son, who 'floats'.

Chapters:

0:00-Welcome and Introduction of this Week's Guest.

25:51-The Power of Acceptance.

45:07-The Impact of Representation.

50:20-Closing Thoughts and Recommendations.

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Jackson from 'History with Jackson' joins Sean to discuss one of his favourite films:

Jojo Rabbit (2019).

Jackson and Sean use the film as a framework to delve into the world of Nazi Germany, totalitarian regimes and how this film stays funny and effective, whilst dealing with such a grim subject matter.

Guest: https://historywithjackson.co.uk/

Discussion Points:

-The unique and weird tone of the film.

-Jackson and Sean discuss some of the criticism aimed at the film.

-The power of humour.

-Sean compares the films opening to Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery (1997).

-Sean and Jackson dive into totalitarian regimes, indoctrination and the cult of personalities.

-Taika Watiti's portrayal of Adolf Hitler.

-The lasting memory of Occupation.

-The role of women in Nazi Germany.

-The strong performances and dialogue of Jojo Rabbit.

-The power of 'doing what we can' and the power of love.

Raised Questions:

-Do overwhelming positive reviews put you off seeing a film?

-How do you tackle such a depressing and serious subject?

-Is this film a good place to introduce this subject to new generations?

-Does a good cast guarantee a good film?

-Which line did Sean really not like?

-Why didn't Nazi Germany collapse sooner?

-Did you expect an Augustus Gloop impression in this review?

-How is this film THIS funny, given the subject matter?

-Has the term 'Nazi' been diluted and devalued?

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As Sarah is feeling under the weather, Sean is joined by Peter Rose to review Bram Stoker's Legend of the Mummy 2 (2000).

The film was originally released as 'Ancient Evil: Scream of the Mummy' in America and Mexico, and has no links to 'Bram Stoker's Legend of the Mummy' (1998).

Welcome to Review It Yourself: The Podcast with the Sigh. Film reviews for the eternally unimpressed.

Will Sean and Peter be impressed or unimpressed?

Discussion Points:

-Sometimes you've just got to be brutally honest.

-Peter and Sean do their best to find the positives.

-The DVD blurb reading returns, and the DVD chapters are discovered.

-The sheer lack of preservation protocol in this film.

-Peter brings interesting facts about Aztecs.

Raised Questions:

-How did Sean watch this multiple times on Sky Movies?

-Is this a "So-bad-it's-good" film?

-How can an 85 minute film feel so slow?

-When did 'Animated Menu' stop being classed as a DVD Special Feature?

-Is this film a "Pound Shop Version of Halloween H20"?

-Why would you kick a door open when you're trying to put something back secretly?

-After 100 Mummy film reviews, what is the worst film Peter has watched?

Recommendations:

-Rough Air: Danger on Flight 534 (2001). Sean has already reviewed this film if you want to check it out.

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