Introducing Bring Your Own Blockbuster, the podcast that takes you on a trip down memory lane with your hosts, Ben Haines and Jack Hussey. Each week, they bring...
Is Minecraft a total shambles? Plus A working man surprise!
Welcome back to the apology wagon! Sorry we couldn't get this one to you sooner guys - 3 films to get you reviews from today a couple of which have only just been released. Lots to shout about - starting with 'Death of a Unicorn' Jenna Ortega, Paul Rudd, Will Poulter all on excellent form - but does the film know what it wants to be? We'd love to hear from you so do please reach out and let us know what you thought of Death of a Unicorn.Next up - the pleasantly surprising 'A Working Man'. Jack reveals a gentle man crush on the Stath and the lads get into whether the art of being an action hero is starting to die out. We take a look at Apple TV's new hit the studio and discuss whether it holds a mirror up to the experience so many will have of the dream job turns out to be a nightmare.Finally... A Minecraft Movie. EESH the less said the better. Chapters for you here:00:00 Introduction 03:02 Review of 'Death of a Unicorn'11:51 Exploring 'A Working Man'22:25 The Evolution of Action Heroes24:00 The Studio: A New Perspective on Hollywood30:11 Apple TV's Commitment to Quality Content32:37 The Minecraft Movie: A Critical Review45:04 Reflections on Val Kilmer's Legacy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Does Trainspotting romanticise Heroin?
Up this week a very fragile Ben and Jack return to discuss Trainspotting. First up an apology of being so frighteningly behind on bringing the pod to you this week - all will be revealed as to why. So... Trainspotting taken from the book by Irvine Welsh, which first became a stage show before then becoming A Danny Boyle classic. But what's it all about?Well firstly heroin. But is it just heroin? Is it about addiction and the idea of trying to understand the world in which we inhabit. We see the film apply a critical lense to the group of heroin addicts at the films core but does it judge? Was the film harsh enough on the effects of heroin?Now nearly 30 years on the perspective on heroin has changed substantially but Ben and Jack have a nose into whether young men are still plagued by the same problems that the film was discussing in the mid 90's. We take a look at the character of Renton, whether he's a hero or whether he's a villain before looking at some of the more brutal and uncomfortable scenes. Fantastic bit of fine wine of war crime today - plus only one man for MVP!Lots to come on what to watch this weekend - see you all on Friday!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Is Snow White Creatively Broke or Too Woke? Plus Severance finale!
Welcome back to BYOB everybody - lovely to have you along for the ride. If it's your first time welcome - if it's your 110th - you're wonderful and we're forever in your debt. Now then - what to watch this weekend?Well let's start with Snow White - the big question we've got to get into is, whether this film's poor performance has been because of the backlash from certain fans, commentators and sections of the media. There's been a lot of chat around the film and in truth it's taken a bit of a kicking - but does it deserve the criticism and should you go and see it this weekend?Elsewhere Novocaine has just come out at the cinema and is worth a look if you want something a little bit lighter! Full review of that bad boy in the pod as well with lots of love for Jack Quaid who is on a real hot streak.Plus what to watch this weekend on the small screen. Well for those of a Severance persuasion who haven't watched the Finale make sure to get that done - warning there's a few spoilers in here whilst we talk about the final episode of season 2. White Lotus is also coming to an end within season three - lots to chat about there in particular whether they have taken things too far this time. Then finally if you're in the mood to stay in and watch a nice film at home this weekend we've got reminders of why The Outrun and The Sound of Music are just absolutely world class!If you are still reading - stop now and go leave us a 5 star review! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Are 'The Addams Family' more 'normal' than we think?
This week we welcome back friend of the pod, writer, creator all round wonderful man James Hamilton to get stuck into The Addams Family. Before we get into the joy of this macabre masterpiece James very kindly talks us through his writing process and a little of why the comedic horror genre has always fascinated him and the role the Addams family played in his understanding of how comedy can beautifully interact with discussions around mortality, the surreal and the supernatural.We have a great discussion about what is really at the heart of the film - why is it that a family that seems to be so at odds with the world around them actually manage to have such a tender and loving relationship with one another. What are the key markers of a truly beautiful family unit? And what is the key message at the heart of the film?There's also time to get stuck into the gothic aesthetic as well as the cultural significance that the Addams Family had now spawning new series like Wednesday.If you'd like to check out more of James' work have a peek at his brilliant series 'Murder for Dummies' on the Casual Violence YT channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CasualViolence - thanks so much for joining us James! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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This weekend: Binge Adolescence at home or See Black Bag at the Cinema?
Adolescence has taken Netflix by storm - becoming one of the most watched shows in its first week ever published on the platform. But what is really at the heart of the series? It's striking a chord with so many people, across every age group and raising incredibly difficult conversations - but what are the discussion that we need to have off the back of the series? Ben and Jack break it all down!Plus on the menu this week:We're putting the filmography of Jason Statham on the stand to see if it can withstand a forensic examining.Review of the excellent Black BagPlus a reminder of a beauty from a year ago turning up on streaming services!If you haven't already subscribed do please get stuck in and leave us a 5 star review! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Introducing Bring Your Own Blockbuster, the podcast that takes you on a trip down memory lane with your hosts, Ben Haines and Jack Hussey. Each week, they bring a beloved classic film from yesteryear to the forefront of your mind and analyse it from top to bottom, bringing their own unique perspectives and insights to the table.As film buffs, Ben and Jack have an encyclopaedic knowledge of cinema, and they're not afraid to ask the tough questions about a movie's relevance in today's world. They're joined occasionally by special guests, who share their own opinions and experiences, and importantly, bring their own blockbuster, adding a fresh perspective to the discussion.BYOB is a celebration of cinema's past, a chance to revisit the movies that shaped our childhoods and continue to influence our lives today. So grab the popcorn, settle in, and join Ben and Jack as they take you on a journey through some of the greatest films of all time on BYOB. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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