Episodes

  • Ep 11: Coen Brothers
    Jul 7 2021

    With a slew of films to their names, Joel and Ethan Coen are known for doing things a little bit off centre. From a western anthology featuring a singing cowboy and a limbless thespian, to a black comedy about ransom money and a woodchipper. Their films are certainly unique and this week we take a look at a few of their works and try to find the common threads between what they produce.

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    31 mins
  • Ep 10: Mockumentary
    Jul 1 2021

    This week we take we turn it up to 11 and take a look at the mockumentary genre, in particular the works of Christopher Guest. From 'This Is Spinal Tap' to 'Best In Show' to 'Mascots', Guest has the ability to pick up the off-beat and down right bizarre aspects of these worlds creating some truly unique characters and situations, but not always to everyone's tastes...

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    38 mins
  • Ep 9: Childhood Favourites
    Jun 24 2021

    This week we're getting nostalgic and looking back at some of the favourite movies we grew up with, films of the late 80's/early 90's that hold a special place in our hearts. How do they hold up by today's standards? Have they aged well? And what was it about them that made them so magical in our youth? Join us as we revisit our childhood...

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    34 mins
  • EP 8: Vampires Pt II
    Jun 16 2021

    Hungry for move we dive back into the topic of vampires. What is it about these creatures that makes us so intrigued, and how do you keep them fresh and new with so many different iterations? Join the conversation and let us know your favourite vampire flick.

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    39 mins
  • Ep 7: Virtual Reality
    Jun 9 2021

    This week Dave subjects the other two to the deep questions and the movies that explore them:

    "What is reality?"

    "Are we really here?"

    "Is this all just a simulation?"

    "Tron, The Matrix, 13th Floor; did we REALLY watch them or were they just injected directly into our brain?"

    This podcast will answer none of these questions. Or will it? You'll have to listen in to find out....

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    42 mins
  • Ep 6: U.S. Remakes
    Jun 2 2021

    Hollywood likes to rehash or "borrow" different ideas, that's nothing new. Sometimes it works well, and sometimes it falls flat. Whether it's trying to adapt British humour for an American audience or putting their own spin on Japanese horror, there are countless examples each with varying results. Will they take an idea and make it their own, or will it be a complete shot-for-shot retelling of the exact same story?

    This week we take a look at examples where the U.S. have taken inspiration from international flicks and pour through the results of their work.

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    35 mins
  • Ep 5: Revenge
    May 26 2021

    REVENGE! The characters in these films have been wronged, and they're damn sure they're going to make it right.

    Well, maybe not exactly right, but it'll be a cathartic exercise for them anyway. Whether it's avenging a murdered love one, clearing their own name or simply being pushed to the brink we're taking a look at movies that wear their emotions on their sleeve. Their bloody, soiled sleeve...

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    39 mins
  • Ep 4: The Alien Franchise Pt II
    May 20 2021

    We continue our look at the iconic franchise focusing on the newer iterations, along with the big franchise crossover that is Alien Vs Predator. Can Simon redeem the movie in Elysse and Dave's eyes? (No). Can they stay on topic without falling into random tangents? (Also no). Listen in and enjoy!

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    43 mins