Join co-hosts Andy J Ritchie and Donnchadh Tiernan as we watch and discuss 2 films decided by the toss of a coin.
Episodes
Thursday Sep 22, 2022
Thursday Sep 22, 2022
This week, we discuss two films starring American stunt man and actor Richard Farnsworth.
The first is The Straight Story (1999), a David Lynch film based on the true story of an elderly man named Alvin Straight, who drove a lawnmower 240 miles to visit his ailing brother. The film earned Farnsworth an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor.
The second is The Natural (1984), a Barry Levinson film starring Robert Redford as Roy Hobbs, a talented baseball player who has endured a hard life to finally appear as a Major League rookie at the age of 35.
Timestamps
The Straight Story (00:00:50)
Our favourite sports films (00:36:30)
The Natural (00:52:34)
Coin toss (01:09:40)
Links
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Thursday Sep 15, 2022
Thursday Sep 15, 2022
In this week’s episode, we discuss Australian director George Miller’s new film, Three Thousand Years of Longing (2022). The film stars Tilda Swinton as Alithea, a narratologist who falls in love with a Djinn, played by Idris Elba. Although the film has received positive reviews, it has failed to recoup the vast majority of its budget.
What We’ve Been Watching (00:00:47)
Donnchadh – The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, Rashomon, The Souvenir
Andy – Thor: Love and Thunder, The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent, Super Dark Times
Three Thousand Years of Longing (00:40:30)
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Thursday Sep 08, 2022
Thursday Sep 08, 2022
This week, we discuss two award-winning South Korean films.
The first is Parasite (2019), the first non-English language film to win the Academy Award for Best Picture. It follows a family of grifters from a poor Seoul neighbourhood, the Kims, who latch on to a much wealthier family, The Parks. It grossed over $263 million worldwide from a $15.5 million budget.
The second is The Handmaiden (2016). The film is inspired by the 2002 novel Fingersmith by Welsh writer Sarah Waters, with the setting changed from Victorian era Britain to Korea under Japanese colonial rule. The film was also selected to compete for the Palme d'Or at the 2016 Cannes Film Festival. At the 71st British Academy Film Awards, the film won the category of Best Film Not in the English Language.
Timestamps
Parasite (00:00:47)
The Handmaiden (00:38:00)
Coin toss (00:55:50)
Links
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Thursday Sep 01, 2022
Thursday Sep 01, 2022
In this week’s episode, we discuss the Amazon streaming series, The Terminal List (2022). Based on the novel by Jack Carr, The Terminal List stars Chris Pratt as Lieutenant Commander James Reece, a Navy SEAL who is seeking to avenge the murder of his wife and child. Although the series received largely scathing reviews from critics, it was well received by audiences.
What We’ve Been Watching (00:00:46)
Donnchadh – Extraction, Heat, House of the Dragon
Andy – Welcome to Wrexham, Nope
The Terminal List (00:24:04)
Links
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Thursday Aug 25, 2022
Thursday Aug 25, 2022
This week, we discuss two films from award-winning Australian director Peter Weir.
The first is Picnic at Hanging Rock (1975), an adaptation of the celebrated novel of the same name. It tells the story of a group of girls and their teacher who go missing during an excursion to the mysterious Hanging Rock.
The second is Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World (2003). The film stars Russell Crowe as Jack Aubrey, a decorated British naval captain, and Paul Bettany as Stephen Maturin, the ship’s surgeon.
Timestamps
Picnic at Hanging Rock (00:08:40)
Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World (00:48:04)
Coin toss (01:29:35)
Links
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The Making of Master and Commander - https://youtu.be/DFvJO2-t0aQ
Stewart Lee on Braveheart - https://youtu.be/tHA1ufmLZQY
Wednesday Aug 17, 2022
Wednesday Aug 17, 2022
In this week’s episode, we discuss Everything Everywhere All at Once (2022). The film, directed by the Daniels (Kwan & Scheinert), stars Michelle Yeoh as Evelyn, an unhappy middle-aged woman pulled into a multiversal struggle with her family. The film has been a huge critical and financial success, having grossed over $100 million so far.
What We’ve Been Watching (00:00:50)
Andy – Prey
Donnchadh – Thor: Love and Thunder, Slow Horses, Severance
Everything Everywhere All at Once (00:24:30)
Links
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Norm Macdonald on the Youtube Big Live Comedy Show
Wednesday Jun 22, 2022
Wednesday Jun 22, 2022
This week, we discuss two films depicting voyages of discovery in the New World.
The first is 1492: Conquest of Paradise (1992), a historical epic from Ridley Scott which chronicles the heavily-disputed life and discoveries of Christopher Columbus. The film, which was made to celebrate the 500th anniversary of his first voyage, was neither well-received critically nor a financial success.
The second is Aguirre, the Wrath of God (1972), the story of a Spanish conquistador’s search for El Dorado. The film was written and directed by German filmmaker Werner Herzog and marked his first collaboration with controversial actor Klaus Kinski.
Timestamps
1492: Conquest of Paradise (00:01:02)
Aguirre, the Wrath of God (00:47:42)
Coin toss (01:20:55)
Links
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Wednesday Jun 08, 2022
Wednesday Jun 08, 2022
In this week’s episode, we discuss Top Gun: Maverick (2022). The film is a sequel to the 80s original directed by Tony Scott. Despite being completed in 2020, the film was delayed for 2 years due to COVID, with star Tom Cruise eager to ensure a successful cinematic release. At the time of recording, the film has grossed over half a billion dollars worldwide while garnering critical acclaim.
What We’ve Been Watching (00:00:48)
Donnchadh – Raised by Wolves, Dopesick, We Own This City, A Nightmare on Elm Street, Love on the Spectrum
Andy – Better Call Saul season 6
Top Gun: Maverick (00:27:45)
Links
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Wednesday Jun 01, 2022
Wednesday Jun 01, 2022
This week, we discuss the Before Trilogy from director Richard Linklater: Before Sunrise (1995), Before Sunset (2004) & Before Midnight (2013).
The 3 films follow a couple, Celine and Jesse, played by Julie Delpy and Ethan Hawke, as their relationship progresses over the course of almost 20 years.
All 3 films were warmly received by audiences and critics alike with the second and third entries also receiving Oscar nominations for Best Adapted Screenplay.
Timestamps
The Before Trilogy (00:00:45)
Coin toss (01:02:05)
Links
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Wednesday May 18, 2022
Wednesday May 18, 2022
In this week’s episode, we discuss the latest entry to the MCU, Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (2022). The film is director Sam Raimi’s first Marvel superhero film since 2007’s Spider-Man 3.
What We’ve Been Watching (00:00:48)
Donnchadh – Moon Knight, Curb Your Enthusiasm season 9, Ozark season 1, X, First Reformed
Andy – Moon Knight, Russian Doll season 1 and 2
Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (00:35:30)
Links
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Guardian Time Loop article