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Oh hello there! Welcome back to BYOB Pod. Time to delve into an absolute monster of a film as we go undercover and take on 'The Departed'.
Two films to give you the scoop on this week before we get into that though! Firstly...A big thank you to Paramount for having us at the premiere of Transformers One! What an incredible experience, and a really fun film as well. Beautiful animation and an absolute throwback - Ben and Jack get stuck into the
Then... the absolute chaos that is 'The Substance'. We really don't know how on earth you explain this other than, get to the cinema to go and watch it. It's an experience...
Right then, the main event. 'The Departed'. It's undeniably in the Ironside Klaxon bracket. Oh the cast? Scorsese, Di Caprio, Nicholson, Wahlberg, Damon. BOSH. Up for discussion: is this the greatest twist ending of all time? What is the message at the heart of the film? And what on earth is that American accent Ray Winstone?! An all timer of a soundtrack and some outrageously good performances to choose from for MVP. 300m at the box office nearly 20 years ago is not too shabby either!
Enjoy the pod... Homework wise... we're looking at a bit of a belter next week.. Jurassic Park! (Da da- Da da - Da da da da da da da)
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This week, Jack and Ben head back to the swamp to revisit Shrek (2001), the animated classic that changed fairy tales forever.
They’ll explore the film’s core message - we’re all a bit weird, full of flaws, but finding people who love us for who we are is what really matters.
The episode kicks off with a review of James McAvoy’s latest thriller Speak No Evil, touching on similar themes of acceptance in a very different way.
Why was Shrek such a massive hit? From its iconic cast and soundtrack (All Star, anyone?) to its clever pop culture references like Star Wars, The Matrix, and WWE, Jack and Ben break it all down.
They’ll also discuss whether Shrek was DreamWorks’ cheeky dig at Disney, and the rivalry between Jeffrey Katzenberg and Michael Eisner.
So, grab the jumbo popcorn and join us for a fun, nostalgic chat about one of the most beloved films of our (Ben's) childhood!
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In this episode of BYOB, hosts Jack and Ben dive into the surreal world of Tim Burton's Beetlejuice (1988) to see how this cult classic holds up in 2024.
With its bizarre blend of dark comedy and quirky horror, Beetlejuice isn't easy to fit into a particular genre.
How well does it weigh itself between zaniness and genuine storytelling?
Jack and Ben explore the eccentric mind of Tim Burton, how do you even begin to understand his imagination? Ben shares his personal struggle with Burton’s offbeat style. They also discuss how platforms like TikTok have reignited a whole new wave of Beetlejuice fandom, especially around Halloween, with its timeless appeal for goth culture and nostalgia for quirky 90s characters.
With a spotlight on Michael Keaton’s unforgettable portrayal. Is he more Batman or Beetlejuice? We reflect on the film’s early visual effects and how they’ve aged, alongside its deep connection to the goth culture of the 80s and 90s, with nods to every grunger's favourite place, Camden.
From the film’s slow-burn success to its latest revival, Jack and Ben take you on a nostalgic journey that celebrates the beautifully bizarre world of Beetlejuice.
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It's double trouble for BYOB fans this week, as we're back with our second episode. Jack and Ben sit down to rewatch Christopher Nolan's Inception and chat about how it holds up in 2024. Does the CGI still blow us away, or is it starting to look a bit dated? We dive into how Nolan's clever use of practical effects might have kept the film looking sharp over the years.
We also get a bit more critical, asking whether there are any plot holes in Nolan's storytelling and if the character development could have been better. Plus, we explore rumours of a possible clash between Nolan and Leonardo DiCaprio during filming.
Yes, we hear you, of course, we didn’t forget to talk about that legendary soundtrack!
Finally, we tackle the film's famous ending - what really happened? We throw around our theories and revisit quotes from Michael Caine and Christopher Nolan to see if we can figure out whether Cobb’s spinning top stops.
Don't forget to leave us a rating and a review, and we'll see you next week for Ben's choice, which is..........
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In this latest episode of Bring Your Own Blockbuster (BYOB), Jack and Ben dive into the highly anticipated Alien Romulus, directed by Fede Alvarez. Does it manage to capture the eerie brilliance of Ridley Scott’s original, or does it falter like some of its predecessors? The duo also tackles the controversial decision to use CGI recreations of actors who are no longer with us—does it add to the film’s atmosphere or detract from the experience?
As a special bonus, Jack and Ben take a detour into the world of Apple TV’s Severance. With the second series just around the corner, they revisit the show’s labyrinthine plot, memorable performances, and delve into the morality of partitioning your own brain.
Get involved on our socials @byob_pod and give us your thoughts on anything we've talked about today.
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I SEE DEAD PEOPLE! I SEE THEM ALL THE TIME... did you ever used to say this in the playground? Course you bloomin' did.
This week it's a bit of an M. Night Shyamalan special - obviously he's known for his twist endings and he's certainly mixed things up with his new film 'Trap' but really it all started with the "The Sixth Sense" (1999). One of the greatest films of all time.
First up then lets do Trap... a really interesting one, and we don't want to spoil the review so get stuck in on the pod, but long story short - some really cool themes and lots to discuss. Also bloody lovely to see Josh Hartnett back in the game.
Onto the main event then, The Sixth Sense. Wow, what a film. 25 years on, it's still as thrilling as it was the first time we all watched it. We get the thoughts of someone who's watched it for the first time, plus we delve into the themes of the afterlife and how human beings communicate.
We'd love to hear your thoughts on the the film and how you think it's aged! Get in touch with us - [email protected] or dm us on social - we're @BYOBPOD on everything!
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Put away your pigtails, put down the shot putt and get on out of the chokey, we've got another world class episode of BYOB for you.
To begin with... let's call a spade a spade. What with it being so sunny in the UK Ben and Jack have been woefully lazy and not gone to the cinema this week. Let's add a bit of context there too though, there's arguably not much new to go and see. Don't panic - we've got a big review of TRAP coming up this weekend which we're both very excited for. And having said all of that - with there being a little bit of a quiet period at the cinema, Ben has finally managed to start working his way down Jack's recommended list.
And so... This week the lads take a big deep dive into the world of 'Dark Matter'. If you haven't seen it - it's wonderful and you should run on head first into apple tv to watch it.
We're also joined by a very special guest Niamh Shakleton - who brings a blockbuster from her childhood with her this week. And it's a belter. We're going Danny Devito Directorial masterclass, a Mara Wilson Classic and an unbelievable turn from Pam Ferris as the wonderful Agatha Trunchbull.
Up for discussion this week - is this film actually a lot more dark than anyone realised? Are the grown ups just making it up as they go along?
We pick our favourite Trunchbull insult from the following list:
‘Are you a pig Amanda?... your mummy is a twit’
'shes a real wart… a carbuncle, a blister, a blistering festering pusstule a malignant ooze’
'You squirming worm of vomit'
'The demented drooling slime breathed little lilipution who owns this disgusting ribbon will never see the light of day again'
We get stuck into Bruce Bogtrotters Man v Food style cake eating challenge and somehow get onto Gillian Mckeith and you are what you eat. Ahh the 90's. More great stuff for you to come next week - make sure you listen to the end to hear what's coming up!
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Get ready to get squirmy. We're delving into Ridley Scott's masterpiece from 1979, 'Alien'. Yup - buckle up with all of the chest bursting, blood spurting and milk gurgling that you can muster. Probably worth mentioning at this point - Alien is the 52nd greatest film of all time according to IMDB - spawning one of the most successful franchises of all time.
First there's the small matter of Deadpool and Wolverine and how incredibly that's performed at the box office so far - but will it catch 'Inside Out 2' to become the highest grossing film of the year.
Right let's put this to rest now as well... Yes there will be a minimum 5 minute section where Jack and Ben neek out over practical effects. We all knew going in that, this was going to be the case, so let's just learn to enjoy it, because really that's the absolute beauty of this film - even with the strange baby alien on a skateboard sequence after jumping out of John Hurt's intestines.
What's kind of mad is that even though this is a film about a giant indestructible space slug going on a rampage and killing everyone in space... it's only really 50 percent Sci Fi, it has a real affection for some of the horror tropes that give the film a wonderful edge.
No secret that Ridley Scott is on imperious form here and we delve into the inner workings of a man who is still absolutely taking the industry by storm at the age of 86. Plus there's the MVP performance of Sigourney Weaver who WASN'T nomm'd for an Oscar. ABSURD.
Finally the small matter of how this wonderful film has aged. The finest of fine wines.
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Ben, Billie and Jack dive straight in on one of the summer's biggest films, the much-anticipated Deadpool & Wolverine!
Does this film live up to the hype? Is this a return to form for the MCU? If anyone can save them, surely Hugh Jackman's Wolverine can - I mean, he's in the blue and yellow ffs!
Give us a listen, leave a rating, leave a review and let us know what you though of the film!
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I'm flying Jack. Nothing dodgy... just absolutely buzzing off the back of another wonderful episode of BYOB podcast where today we're sailing back through time to dive beneath the surface into the depths of the wonderful: Titanic.
Let's get into the breakdown very quickly... Ben's been to the cinema a couple of times this week, so we've got reviews of 'Twisters' featuring Glen Powell and Daisy Edgar Jones. We ask the eternal question: 'Are you having...' and this week we're asking 'Are you having Glen Powell' after his turn in Twisters. Jack and Ben delve into your comments on Long Legs (now that Ben's finally caught up)
Then onto the main event, zipping back in time to stretch our legs and jump aboard 'Titanic'. Want to feel old? It came out in 1997. Blergh.
Two wonderful performances at the heart of the film, we explore the chemistry between Leonardo Di Caprio and Kate Winslet. We look at the beautiful bad guy-ness of Billy Zane. We discuss what it must have been like for those that survived the sinking of Titanic as well as the way in which the film suckers us into a Romeo and Juliet tale whilst subtly slamming us all right into an iceberg.
Sorry to spoil this for you... but it's aged amazingly. It's amazing. Like, brilliant.
Enjoy the pod and let us know what you think - ratings and reviews very much appreciated, @byobpod on the socials.
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Join Jack and Ben as they delve into Longlegs, the latest atmospheric thriller from Osgood Perkins.
Starring Maika Monroe as the antisocial yet intuitive FBI Agent Lee Harker on the tail of Nicolas Cage as the grotesque occult serial killer known as Longlegs.
The film has generated a lot of hype with audiences, but is it actually worth watching?
Tune in as we explore the film's eerie vibe, chilling performances, and dip into why some are calling it the next Silence of the Lambs.
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Cornetto anyone? This week we're taking a deep dive into Shaun of the Dead the first in the Cornetto trilogy and honestly just a wonderful film.
On top of that we've got a breakdown of the Boys season 4, which has perhaps not quite hit the heights we hoped for.
Lots to get into of course - first up we ask is this film actually an autobiographical piece? What are are the best layered comedy moments that are still funny 20 years later? Was this a horror film or a zombie film?
You've probably come across this already but Shaun of the Dead is incredibly review friendly getting some brilliant scores on Rotten Tomatoes and Metacritic.
MVP wise our shoot out a fatal four way between Dylan Moran, Simon Pegg, Nick Frost and then the tag team duo of Nighy and Penelope Wilton.
Let us know what you made of our review of Shaun of the Dead and get in touch @byobpod on the socials!
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Oh Hey there, and welcome to another episode of BYOB. A real noodle twirler this week, one that will get right inside your head, with a bit more Kubrick on the menu.
Films we've seen at the cinema this week for review - A Quiet Place Day One as well as Maxxxine - We also take a quick look at this summer's releases and that's all before we jump on this weeks film: Eyes Wide Shut.
Up for discussion this week: Is this film deep, incredibly simple? Or something wildly inbetween? How deep does the rabbit hole go on the film? We dissect some of the the controversial theories around the film, the meaning of the different encounters between the characters.
We also have no choice but to do a deep dive into two or three of the most striking scenes ever made and ask the question whether there are elements here of the story of genesis and the garden of eden and how far will men in particular go to satisfy their ego and curiosity?
Your MVP shootout on this episode features Mr Tom Cruise against Ms Nicole Kidman - two absolute powerhouses going head to head for this one. Two wonderful performances and Ben and Jack very much disagree on this one!
An absolute belter for you next week as well as we delve into the world of Crime, Horror, Comedy... can you tell what it is yet?!
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