HELLO AND WELCOME to the MoviesinaPODshell Podcast where Lifelong best friends Jamie and Jonny sit down fortnightly to discuss all things film. Every episode ha...
The Dark Knight Rises (2012) and Air Force One (1997) Get off my plane special!
Jamie and Jonny chat through 2 plane heist movie classics with The Dark Knight Rises and Air Force One. They dive into TV insight on the Buffy reboot, White Lotus season 3 and Fallout, whilst Jamie breaks down his latest awful watch he wish he hadn't seen!
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2:03:51
War of the Worlds (2005) / Contact (1997)
In this episode of Movies in a Podshall, Jamie and Jonny delve into the theme of alien invasions, exploring War of the Worlds and Rob Zemeckis' Contact.
They discuss personal experiences with recent films, the impact of streaming on the music industry, and the emotional depth of storytelling in cinema. The conversation highlights the significance of practical effects, character development, and the darker themes present in Spielberg's work, particularly in War of the Worlds. The episode concludes with reflections on the collaboration between Tom Cruise and Spielberg, emphasizing their unique contributions to the film industry. In this episode, the hosts delve into the behind-the-scenes stories of 'War of the Worlds' and its box office performance in 2005, discussing the challenges of adapting classic literature into modern films. They explore the most annoying child characters in cinema, the ending of 'War of the Worlds', and transition into a detailed analysis of 'Contact', highlighting its themes of science versus religion, visual and auditory mastery, and the philosophical questions it raises about humanity and existence. The conversation wraps up with thoughts on the potential existence of aliens and the future of humanity.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Alien Invasions
03:07 Personal Updates and Film Recommendations
06:15 Discussion on Silo and Color Grading in Film
09:23 Exploring Recent Film Viewings
12:09 Deep Dive into Cube and Its Influence
15:15 Review of Baby Girl and Nicole Kidman's Performance 18:27 Wallace and Gromit: A Nostalgic Journey
21:15 Reflections on Gladiator 2 and Ridley Scott's Style
28:51 Exploring 'War of the Worlds' - A New Perspective
30:06 The Impact of 9/11 on Spielberg's Vision
31:59 Character Dynamics and Development
34:00 The Realism of Human Reactions in Crisis
38:29 Visual Storytelling and Practical Effects
41:13 The Dark Themes and Emotional Depth
45:30 Character Relationships and Growth
50:01 The Role of Tim Robbins' Character
54:03 The Film's Pacing and Narrative Structure
01:00:19 The Relationship Between Spielberg and Cruise
01:02:11 Behind the Scenes of War of the Worlds
01:03:59 Box Office Battles of 2005
01:04:57 Child Characters in Film: A Discussion
01:05:52 Classic Literature Adaptations in Modern Cinema
01:10:46The Ending of War of the Worlds: A Critical Analysis
01:12:52 The Making of Contact: A Deep Dive
01:30:49 The Cost of Space Exploration
01:31:38 Love Transcending Time and Space
01:33:34 The Journey of Discovery
01:36:13 Zemeckis' Cinematic Mastery
01:37:30 Visual Aesthetics and Color Grading
01:45:11 The Existence of Aliens and UFOs
01:53:02The Future of Humanity and Technology
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Terminator 2 (1991) and Cliffhanger (1993)
Jamie and Jon explore the theme of action stars, discussing the most expensive aerial stunt in film history, the iconic action stars of the 80s and 90s, and the evolution of action films. They compare the careers of Sylvester Stallone and Arnold Schwarzenegger, and deep dive into T2 and Clliffhanger!
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2:14:30
Home Alone 2: Lost in New York Christmas Special
In this episode of the Movies in a Podshall podcast, Jamie and Jon discuss the theme of Christmas films, focusing on 'Home Alone 2: Lost in New York.'
We explore the film's plot, characters, and its connection to the original 'Home Alone.' The conversation also touches on other films and TV shows they've been watching, including Hitchcock's works and various streaming recommendations.
We share our thoughts on the importance of classic films during the holiday season and the impact of nostalgia on our viewing experiences.
In this conversation, we delve into the nuances of 'Home Alone 2', discussing performances, nostalgic memories, and the film's impact on New York tourism. The discussion also touches on the darker elements of the sequel compared to the original and the challenges of maintaining quality in film franchises, including thoughts on reboots and sequels.
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Theme
06:20 Streaming Services and Film Availability
12:06 Recent Film Viewings and Recommendations
18:26 Classic Christmas Films
24:21 Industry Insights and Season Reviews
30:29 Home Alone 2: A Christmas Classic
33:33 Plot Overview and Character Dynamics
43:18 Macaulay Culkin's Career and Legacy
49:52 The Magic of The Plaza Hotel
56:48 The Darker Tone of Home Alone 2
01:04:38 Franchise Diminishing Returns and Reboots
01:14:51 Outro and Holiday Greetings
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The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (2011) and In a Lonely Place (1950)
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Film Noir
03:16 Podcast Updates and Merchandise
06:15 Personal Updates and Recent Activities
09:19 TV Show Discussions: Industry and Star Trek
12:18 Strange New Worlds: A Deep Dive
15:18 Penguin and Recent Film Reviews
21:07 The Challenge of Adaptations
22:30 Coming of Age Films: A Deep Dive
28:16 Exploring the Horror Genre
30:23 Nostalgia in Film: A Look Back at 2008
33:27 The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo: A Noir Masterpiece
49:52 Character Development and Casting Choices
54:27 Thematic Depth and Cinematic Techniques
58:42 Financial Success and Franchise Potential
01:05:54 Exploring Violence and Gender Dynamics
01:13:50 Character Relationships and Narrative Structure
01:18:41 Unraveling the Mystery: The House and the Killer
01:21:39 The Power of Music in Tension
01:24:40 Societal Themes and Character Dynamics
01:28:32 The Final Confrontation: A Shift in Power
01:38:33 Comparing Adaptations: Fincher's Vision vs. Original
01:43:23 Film Preferences and Production Quality
01:44:34 Exploring Classic Films: A Deep Dive
01:45:46 Nicholas Ray's 'In a Lonely Place'
01:46:37 The Appeal of Black and White Films
01:49:02 Understanding the Art of Black and White Cinematography
01:51:10 Barriers to Enjoying Classic Cinema
01:54:20 The Importance of Storytelling in Film
01:55:48 Character Analysis: Dixon Steele
02:00:40 The Dark Themes of Noir Cinema
02:07:23 Nicholas Ray's Directorial Choices
02:08:21 Closing Thoughts and Recommendations
HELLO AND WELCOME to the MoviesinaPODshell Podcast where Lifelong best friends Jamie and Jonny sit down fortnightly to discuss all things film. Every episode has a theme and we choose films that tie in with that theme! This is a hangout, this is us being honest about how we feel rather than giving the same old boring takes. Listeners write in and we answer, let's have a blast.