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FIRST 36:00: Spoiler-Free Review with our See It/Skip It VerdictAFTER 36:00: Full Spoiler Review
It’s another Sunday edition of See It or Skip It and this time Ian is joined by BFF of the BFE to tackle the Marvel anti-hero team-up Phase Five film Thunderbolts* (2025), Marvel’s messiest group project yet. Does Jake Schreier bring something fresh to a story about second chances and dangerous alliances—or is it all attitude with no real heart? Does the film's central theme and newest character go to a brave place for Marvel in discussing some very real places in the very silly comic book world or is it in danger of glorifying a self-destroying pattern of behaviour. Was Bucky actually beneficial in this story or was he just some MCU star power to give the group legitimacy. Could the film have worked if we'd made Bucky the main character? Where does Thunderbolts* fit among Marvel's post-snap catalogue?
Ian & James tackle all these questions and more in this week’s See It or Skip It review of Thunderbolts*—and then they tell you whether you should SEE IT or SKIP IT.
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“Make a mark... and then fade away.” Join your favorite TransAtlantic podcasting crew – Ian, Megs & Liam (B-Tech Kev had to see a man about an elephant) – as we trade our spy gear for trumpets, film reels, and copious amounts of debauchery for our 275th episode covering Babylon (2022).
We’re swapping Chimera viruses for jazz-fueled chaos and slow-motion gunfights for full-blown cinematic mayhem as we discuss:
How Babylon might be the most Damien Chazelle movie that ever Damien Chazelle’d.Does this film capture the magic and madness of early Hollywood—or is it just chaotic noise?Is Manny Torres a true dreamer… or just a wide-eyed bystander to Hollywood’s self-destruction... or is he a corrupted soul that we overlook?Apparently there's a rule about taking Class-A drugs with company (well, in Act I anyways)How large is the demand for sweeping, three-hour epics about the birth of movies?Which Babylon character we’d most likely be—and who’s definitely channeling peak "trainwreck energy" Is this an underappreciated masterpiece—or an overindulgent fever dream of excess?Is Babylon a love letter to cinema or a cautionary tale wrapped in champagne and elephant dung?We’ve got questions about giant parties, sudden snake fights, drug-fueled breakdowns, and how much elephant content is too much.At what point is the film in on the joke it's making and at what point does that film become the joke?We're joined by BFF of the BFE: James DeGuzman who tells us why this film is so much more than the punchline film critics have mmade it out to beWhether Babylon is the Best Film Ever. -
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Another bonus episode as we bring you another Reel Roundtable discussion for your listening enjoyment. Ian, Liam, Megan, and KevDog and revisit the filmography of Pixar Animation Studios. Comments, banter, and an appreciation of crying as adults can be found as we discuss:
The seal of quality that Pixar Animation used to stand for and why has that depreciated over timeHow much of a marvel was Toy Story and why can't they let it goDid the success of Pixar result in the death of traditional hand-drawn animation?Are Pixar films meant for adult audiences over child audiences?We present the audience and BFE Top 10 lists for the best Pixar films ever everIf you have any ideas about future actors/actresses or topics for future roundtables, we’d love to hear from you. Hit us up at @BestFilmEverPod on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
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FIRST 31:30: Spoiler-Free Review with our See It/Skip It VerdictAFTER 31:30: Full Spoiler Review
It’s another Sunday edition of See It or Skip It and this time Ian is taking on Sinners (2025), Ryan Coogler’s dark new thriller starring Michael B. Jordan. Was this a smart reinvention of classic genre tropes or just another stylish slow-burn? Does Coogler bring something deeper to a story about survival and temptation—or is it all atmosphere without enough bite? Is Michael B. Jordan believable as a pair of men wrestling with his their legacies and reinventing themselves? You can see the material it draws from. Does Sinners do something new with it though or is it just a retread of places we've already been? Does Sinners lean too much into moody tension, or does it actually deliver emotional payoff? Is Sinners a future genre classic—or just an ambitious but uneven swing? Finally, does the movie stick the landing or does it just kind of suck?
Ian tackles all these questions and more in this week's See It or Skip It review of Sinners—and then tells you whether you should SEE IT or SKIP IT.
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“This message will self-destruct in five seconds…” Join your favorite TransAtlantic podcasting crew – Ian, Megs & Liam (B-Tech Kev said something about needing to catch a flight to Atlanta) – as we don our sunglasses, rev up the motorcycles, and flip our hair in the wind for our 275th episode covering Mission: Impossible 2 (2000). We’re trading thermal vision for Chimera viruses and slow-motion stunts as we discuss:
How Mission: Impossible 2 became the most John Woo movie that ever John Woo’d.Does this sequel hold up as a stylish thrill ride—or is it just all style, no substance?Is Ethan Hunt a superspy… or just a shampoo commercial with explosives?What exactly does an audience want to see out of a Mission: Impossible film exactlyWhich member of Ethan’s crew we’d most likely be – and who’s clearly channeling peak Dougray Scott vibes.Is this the weakest link in the franchise—or an underappreciated relic of early-2000s action excess?Is Ethan Hunt a character or just an avatar for Tom Cruise to do James Bondesque filmsSpeaking of gripes—what exactly was Ambrose’s plan again?We've got questions about masks, voice strips, motorcycles, and why no one seems fazed by endless slo-mo doves.We talk flamenco espionage, face-swapping twists, and the importance of always removing your sunglasses dramatically.Just how many actors were only in this film for the paycheck?Was Thandiwe Newton bad in this or is she just poorly written for and poorly directed?Is this the lustiest film in the Franchise?Whether Mission: Impossible 2 is the Best Film Ever. -
You know we love our wrestling here at the BFE (well… some of us do). Join Ian as we once again break the BFE format—this time to take a deep dive into WrestleMania 41 (Night Two).
We’re asking the big questions: how long can you keep someone a heel when the crowd is clearly with them? Was Bayley hard done by? Did WWE finally get held to account tonight after tempting fate for 20 years? Can you assign Travis Scott as a proxy for The Rock? What happens if the audience don't know your pop culture references or personalities? Is the Main Event the right time for a live read for a sponsor? Did AJ Styles just give Logan Paul his worst WrestleMania match ever? And is there a ceiling on what you can do with Drew McIntyre? Plus, what wrestling pet peeves does Ian disclose tonight?
We’ll tackle all of that and more from WrestleMania 41 (Night Two)—and of course, we’ll tell you whether you should SEE IT or SKIP IT.
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You know we love our wrestling here at the BFE (well… some of us do). Join Ian as we once again break the BFE format—this time to take a deep dive into WrestleMania 41 (Night One).
We’re asking the big questions: what do you do when a wrestler really isn't making progress, is there a babyface team worth cheering for on Raw, without strong babyfaces how do you make believeable heels? Should WWE stop mentioning Big E if there's no chance of him being active in any capacity, is Tiffany Stratton ready for her spot? Was Charlotte Flair trying to sabotage her own match? Will Chad Gable ever get a match now that newcomers Rey Fenix and El Grande Americano have made their WrestleMania debuts and what did Paul Heyman do in the Main Event?
We’ll tackle all of that and more from WrestleMania 41 (Night One)—and of course, we’ll tell you whether you should SEE IT or SKIP IT.
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FIRST 19:30: Spoiler-Free Review with our See It/Skip It VerdictAFTER 19:30: Full Spoiler Review
Give em' the old Razzle Dazzle, Razzle Dazzle 'em. This week, we dive into The Last Showgirl (2024)—a poignant and surprisingly intimate drama that shines a spotlight on the final curtain call of a forgotten performer. Starring Pamela Anderson in a career-redefining role, the film follows a seasoned Las Vegas showgirl grappling with what comes after the music fades and the makeup comes off.
We’ll examine the storytelling—Does The Last Showgirl speak to something deeper than a typical showbiz redemption arc? How does Pamela Anderson anchor the film with surprising depth, vulnerability, and quiet power? And perhaps most importantly: how does it explore the things we tell ourselves to keep going—the inner monologues we cling to when chasing the happy endings we think we deserve?
We’ll also break down the film’s tone and presentation—Is it a loving tribute to old-school showbiz, or a eulogy for what was left behind? Do the glimmers of glamour still matter when they’re tinged with loneliness and longing? And is this a film that requires nostalgia for the past—or is it more about the universal fear of being forgotten?Finally, could this film have been made with anyone else in the lead role or is the whole film a reflexive meta-narrative on the lead actress herself?
We’ll tackle all these questions as we dissect the film and tell you if we think you should SEE IT or SKIP IT!
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You know we love our wrestling here at the BFE (well some of us...). Join Ian from Best Film Ever and Stew from The Stew World Order podcast as we break the BFE format by looking ahead to WrestleMania 41 which Stew will watch from Reliant Stadium in Las Vegas and Ian will watch from his couch at a horrendous time difference. We discuss whether the build has been good this year? Did that car crash of a segment help or hurt the Flair/Stratton feud? Why do so many of the booking decisions feel so predictable (and is that a bad thing?) We'll preview each match on the card as well as try to find space for Randy Orton among the festivities as we discuss how to build a character, how to build a feud, and where WWE goes after the big weekend.Catch more of Stew on his own podcast: Stew World Order athttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/stew-world-order/id1559913522You can also catch him at his website where he writes about all sorts of fun things:https://swoproductions.com/
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“If it bleeds, we can kill it.” Join your favorite TransAtlantic podcasting crew – Ian and Liam (Megs & B-Tech Kev said something about climbing trees) – as we strap on our gear, light our cigars, and head deep into the Central American rainforest for our 274th episode, tackling the musclebound mayhem of Predator (1987). We’re trading reservations at Dorcia for thermal vision and going toe-to-toe with one of cinema’s deadliest hunters as we discuss:
How Predator blurred the lines between action, horror, and sci-fi to create something original.
Does the film still pack a punch nearly 40 years later—or is it just macho nostalgia on steroids?
How manly are the manly men in this film both on and off the set?
Which team member we’d most likely be – and who’s 100% Billy with that intense stare.
Is Predator secretly a slasher film in disguise? And does that make the Predator the villain... or the star?
What’s Liam's main gripe about the Predator's rules of engagement?
Why was this film so insistent on telling rather than showing
We've got questions mud camouflage, heat vision, and respecting the preparation montage
We get personal about Arnold’s peak era, and childhood memories of watching this way too young.
Whether Predator is the Best Film Ever.
Become a Patron of this podcast and support the BFE at https://www.patreon.com/BFE.
We are extremely thankful to our following Patrons for their most generous support:
Juleen from It Goes Down In The PMHermes AuslanderJames DeGuzmanSynthiaShai BergerfroindAriannah Who Loves BFE The MostAndy DicksonChris PedersenDuane Smith (Duane Smith!)Randal SilvaNate The GreatRev BruceCheezy (with a fish on a bike)RichardRyan KuketzDirk DigglerStew from the Stew World Order podcastNorfolkDomusJohn Humphrey's Right FootTimmy Tim TimAashrey
Buy some BFE merch at https://my-store-b4e4d4.creator-spring.com/.
Massive thanks to Lex Van Den Berghe for the use of Mistake by Luckydog. Catch more from Lex's new band, The Maids of Honor, at https://soundcloud.com/themaidsofhonor.
Also, massive thanks to Moonlight Social for our age game theme song. You can catch more from them at https://www.moonlightsocialmusic.com/.
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“Do you like Huey Lewis and the News?” Join your favorite TransAtlantic podcasting crew – Ian & Liam (B-Tech Kev & Megs had to return some videocassettes) – as we slick back our hair, slip on the raincoats, and axe our way into our 273rd episode with a deep dive into American Psycho (2000). We’re trading poisoned apples for reservations at Dorsia (try the Sea Urchin Ceviche) as we discuss:
How American Psycho satirized toxic masculinity, consumer culture, and Wall Street excess with a killer smile.Does Patrick Bateman still hold up as a character—or has society caught up with his brand of narcissistic nihilism?Is the film’s horror in the violence… or in the soulless perfection?How American Psycho explores identity, superficiality, and the slippery slope of sanity.Which character we’d most likely be cast as – and who’s definitely the Paul Allen of the group.Is American Psycho misunderstood because of its violence, or revered because of how it frames it?This film gives us a chance to talk about two concepts we touched on last week: unreliable narrators and what exactly makes a character a protagonistSpeaking of complaints—what about the other men in Bateman’s world? Are they any better?We've got questions about how soundproof the apartments by the park are that they don't hear chainsaws in hallwaysWe talk about whether all traditional masculinity is essentially toxic and Liam discusses his need for closureLast week one of us made a prediction about the other's likely verdict on the film. Did they pull it off?Whether American Psycho is the Best Film Ever.Become a Patron of this podcast and support the BFE at https://www.patreon.com/BFE.
We are extremely thankful to our following Patrons for their most generous support:
Juleen from It Goes Down In The PMHermes AuslanderJames DeGuzmanSynthiaShai BergerfroindAriannah Who Loves BFE The MostAndy DicksonChris PedersenDuane Smith (Duane Smith!)Randal SilvaNate The GreatRev BruceCheezy (with a fish on a bike)RichardRyan KuketzDirk DigglerStew from the Stew World Order podcastNorfolkDomusJohn Humphrey's Right FootTimmy Tim TimAashrey
Buy some BFE merch at https://my-store-b4e4d4.creator-spring.com/.
Massive thanks to Lex Van Den Berghe for the use of Mistake by Luckydog. Catch more from Lex's new band, The Maids of Honor, at https://soundcloud.com/themaidsofhonor.
Also, massive thanks to Moonlight Social for our age game theme song. You can catch more from them at https://www.moonlightsocialmusic.com/.
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“Mirror, mirror on the wall...” Join your favorite TransAtlantic podcasting crew – Ian, Megs & B-Tech Kev (Liam got lost singing with woodland creatures) – as we take a bite out of Disney’s first-ever animated feature in Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (1937). We’re trading in baseball gloves for poisoned apples and diving into our 270th episode as we discuss:
How Walt Disney changed cinema forever with this groundbreaking fairy tale.
Does Snow White still hold up nearly a century later?
Was the magic charming or a little too saccharine for modern tastes?
How Snow White taps into themes of innocence, envy, and female agency (or lack thereof).
Which dwarf we’d most likely be cast as – and who’s clearly Grumpy in real life.
Is this film overrated just because it was “first”?
How the Evil Queen ranks among the all-time Disney villains. What was our main complaint with her?
Speaking of complaints, what about the Prince – does he even do anything?
We've got more questions about sentient animals, and consent.
We get personal about childhood memories and Disney nostalgia.
We talk about magical mirrors, glass coffins, and the importance of whistling while you work.
Whether Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs is the Best Film Ever.
Become a Patron of this podcast and support the BFE at https://www.patreon.com/BFE.
We are extremely thankful to our following Patrons for their most generous support:
Juleen from It Goes Down In The PMHermes AuslanderJames DeGuzmanSynthiaShai Bergerfroind
Ariannah Who Loves BFE The MostAndy DicksonChris PedersenDuane Smith (Duane Smith!)Randal SilvaNate The GreatRev BruceCheezy (with a fish on a bike)RichardRyan KuketzDirk DigglerStew from the Stew World Order podcastNorfolkDomusJohn Humphrey's Right FootTimmy Tim TimAashrey
Buy some BFE merch at https://my-store-b4e4d4.creator-spring.com/.
Massive thanks to Lex Van Den Berghe for the use of Mistake by Luckydog. Catch more from Lex's new band, The Maids of Honor, at https://soundcloud.com/themaidsofhonor.
Also, massive thanks to Moonlight Social for our age game theme song. You can catch more from them at https://www.moonlightsocialmusic.com/.
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"Mo cuishle." Join your favorite TransAtlantic podcasting crew – Ian and Liam (B-Tech Kev & Megs are off hitting the heavy bag) – as we're heading to The Hit Pit to step into the ring for a tale of grit, heartbreak, and emotional uppercuts in Million Dollar Baby (2004). Your prizefighting pair, Ian and Liam are joined by our own special trainer, BFF of the BFE: Shai Bergerfroind to teach us the ropes of this Clint Eastwood critical darling. We’re trading in our cornfields for boxing gloves and diving into our 271st episode as we discuss:
How Hilary Swank, Clint Eastwood, and Morgan Freeman all deliver Oscar-worthy punches.
Can this movie still pack a punch if you're not a boxing fan?
Is this a sports movie or another relationship movie using sports as a backdrop?
Was the emotional KO in the final act earned or below the belt?
How Million Dollar Baby jabs at themes of ambition, identity, and the cost of chasing glory.
What is the price of excellence? What is the cost of guilt?How crucial is the final bell – does the ending seal the legacy?
Did Maggie Fitzgerald get robbed by fate? What about Frankie’s corner man heartbreak?
Who does Shai think had a vendetta against Clint Eastwood? Who do they think Shai may have as a 2nd persona?
Is there a certain type of viewer that just can't deal with the unexpected ending
Whether Million Dollar Baby is the undisputed Best Film Ever.
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FIRST 18:00: Spoiler-Free Review with our See It/Skip It VerdictAFTER 18:00: Full Spoiler ReviewThis week, we step into the world of fairy tales as we take a closer look at Disney’s Snow White (2025)—a bold reimagining of the classic animated film that started it all. Starring Rachel Zegler and Gal Gadot, this live-action adaptation promises to blend timeless magic with modern sensibilities and updated messaging for a new generation.
Join Ian (solo) as he questions the internal logic and soundtrack order of the film, dissects Rachel Zeigler's commentary about the film and if she's done critical damage to her own film as she was cast in a story she seems to dislike so much. Finally, Ian brings up his own princess problem and asks if Disney remakes can survive this?
We’ll tackle all these questions as we dissect the film and tell you if we think you should SEE IT or SKIP IT!
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"If you build it, they will come." Join your favorite TransAtlantic podcasting crew – Ian, Liam & B-Tech Kev (Megs got lost walking through the cornfield) – as we step into the world of baseball, nostalgia, and ghostly whispers in Field of Dreams (1989). We’re trading in our hazmat suits for baseball gloves and diving into our 270th episode as we discuss:
How Kevin Costner, James Earl Jones, and Ray Liotta bring heart to this sentimental classic.Does this movie work if you're not a baseball fan?Was the mystical element beautifully executed or just overly sentimental?Which actor wasn't actually into baseballHow Field of Dreams taps into themes of regret, reconciliation, and belief.Which actor was referred to as 'Richard Dreyfuss from wish.comIs this film overrated just because it's men talking about feelings?How is James Earl Jones at the heart of two of the most Mandela Effected quotes of all time?Did Shoeless Joe Jackson deserve better? What about Moonlight Graham?We've got more ghost physics to talk aboutWe get really personal about our own dreamsWe talk about magical cornfields, cryptic voices, and the importance of playing catch.Whether Field of Dreams is the Best Film Ever.Become a Patron of this podcast and support the BFE at https://www.patreon.com/BFE.
We are extremely thankful to our following Patrons for their most generous support:
Juleen from It Goes Down In The PMHermes AuslanderJames DeGuzmanSynthiaShai BergerfroindAndy DicksonChris PedersenDuane Smith (Duane Smith!)Randal SilvaNate The GreatRev BruceCheezy (with a fish on a bike)RichardRyan KuketzDirk DigglerStew from the Stew World Order podcastNorfolkDomusJohn Humphrey's Right FootTimmy Tim TimAashreyAriannah Who Loves BFE The Most
Buy some BFE merch at https://my-store-b4e4d4.creator-spring.com/.
Massive thanks to Lex Van Den Berghe for the use of Mistake by Luckydog. Catch more from Lex's new band, The Maids of Honor, at https://soundcloud.com/themaidsofhonor.
Also, massive thanks to Moonlight Social for our age game theme song. You can catch more from them at https://www.moonlightsocialmusic.com/.
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FIRST 40:20: Spoiler-Free Review with our See It/Skip It VerdictAFTER 40:20: Full Spoiler Review
We do musical theatre together. This week we dive into the world of rom-coms this week, and take a closer look at Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy, the latest chapter in the iconic, heartwarming saga of everyone's favorite single woman, now 50-something and navigating life, love, and motherhood. Starring Renée Zellweger this film promises to explore the joys and challenges of middle-aged romance with all the humor and vulnerability we've come to expect from the Bridget Jones series.
Join Ian and Liam as we step into Bridget's world again to see if the film delivers the nostalgic charm we’ve missed or if it falters in its attempt to explore the realities of aging, dating, and starting over. Can this film still capture the essence of what made the series so beloved, or does it try too hard to stay relevant in a modern world?
We'll examine the storytelling—Does the film successfully blend the humor and emotional depth of Bridget’s character with the complexity of her new life? Is it a satisfying conclusion to her journey or just another chapter that tries to recapture the past? Does Bridget's storyline still resonate with audiences after all this time, and how has her character evolved?
We’ll also break down the film’s tone and style—Does the film manage to balance its emotional beats with the signature quirkiness of the franchise, or does it lean too heavily into sentimentality? Does it still feel fresh, or does it rely too much on nostalgia? Do you have to have seen the other films in the series? Do you have to have grown up with the films in real time?
Finally, we'll debate whether Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy strikes the right balance between the lighthearted and the heartfelt. Does it deliver a satisfying and meaningful update to Bridget’s story, or does it feel like an unnecessary revisit that doesn’t add much to the series?
We’ll tackle all these questions as we dissect the film and tell you if we think you should SEE IT or SKIP IT!
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(Deep Dive begins at 56:15)"That monkey’s infected, Sam!" Join your favorite TransAtlantic podcasting crew – Ian and Liam (B-Tech Kev & Megs are in quarantine) – as we head to the world of deadly diseases, military cover-ups, and Dustin Hoffman yelling at Morgan Freeman in Outbreak (1995). We’re trading in our tiny law office for a hazmat suit and diving into our 269th episode as we discuss:
How Dustin Hoffman, Rene Russo, and Morgan Freeman bring gravity to this viral thriller.Kevin Spacey might be a substandard person but he's an exceptional actorDid this film need a love story?Was Donald Sutherland the perfect villain, or just chewing the scenery?Which actor surprisingly didn’t capture the essence of the part for one of us.How realistic is Outbreak, and does it hit differently after recent real-world events?How this movie has the ultimate magic do-hickeyHow important is the final scene in a film?Did Kevin Spacey’s character deserve better? What about the monkey?We talk about containment protocols, rogue helicopters, and the ethics of bombing a small town.Just how easy is it to steal a military helicopter?Why does it take 3.5 hours to fly to a target to drop a bomb?Whether Outbreak is the Best Film Ever.Become a Patron of this podcast and support the BFE at https://www.patreon.com/BFE.
We are extremely thankful to our following Patrons for their most generous support:
Juleen from It Goes Down In The PMHermes AuslanderJames DeGuzmanSynthiaShai BergerfroindAndy DicksonChris PedersenDuane Smith (Duane Smith!)Randal SilvaNate The GreatRev BruceCheezy (with a fish on a bike)RichardRyan KuketzDirk DigglerStew from the Stew World Order podcastNorfolkDomusJohn Humphrey's Right FootTimmy Tim TimAashreyAriannah Who Loves BFE The Most
Buy some BFE merch at https://my-store-b4e4d4.creator-spring.com/.
Massive thanks to Lex Van Den Berghe for the use of Mistake by Luckydog. Catch more from Lex's new band, The Maids of Honor, at https://soundcloud.com/themaidsofhonor.
Also, massive thanks to Moonlight Social for our age game theme song. You can catch more from them at https://www.moonlightsocialmusic.com/.
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Happy New Year! (it still counts, right?) Another bonus episode for your listening enjoyment as we bring you another Reel Roundtable discussion. Ian, Liam, Megan, and B-Tech Kev look back on the films they've reviewed in 2024 (with a mail-in ballot from Georgia) and have some awards to hand out in the form of The Resties. Comments, banter, and flat out arguments can be found as we debate the worst that we saw in 2024 (A full list of award categories and eligible films are located at the bottom of these notes)
This year we're thrilled to have ballots from nine of our patrons (Shai, Foot, James DG, Hermes Auslander, Cheesy, Dirk, Ariannah, Norfolk Domus, and Richard) to help determine the winners and a couple of them cast some live tie-breaking votes.
The Awards:
Worst ScreenplayWorst Special EffectsWorst ScoreWorst SongWorst MusicalWorst Costume DesignWorst Art DirectionWorst VillainLeast Funny Movie (That was supposed to be funny)Worst PlotholeWorst CinematographyWorst DuoMost Unlikeable (for a character we’re supposed to like)Worst ChildWorst Context CornerWorst First WatchWorst Fall From GraceMost Unnecessarily Sexualised MomentWorst Aged MomentMost OverhypedSecond Opinion (Down)Biggest BFE BlunderWorst Supporting ActorWorst Supporting ActressBiggest Therapy SessionWorst ActorWorst ActressWorst FilmEligible Films:
(500) Days of Summer3:10 to YumaA Bronx TaleA Patch of BlueAmadeusAmerican BeautyAustin Powers in GoldmemberBeyond the MatBeverly Hills CopBoyhoodChefClerksCrazy Stupid LoveDaveDead Poets SocietyDumb and DumberGalaxy QuestGhostbustersGone GirlGremlinsHarry Potter & The Prisoner of AzkabanHerIn the HeightsIndiana Jones & The Last CrusadeInterstellarKramer v KramerLock, Stock and Two Smoking BarrelsLoganLOTR: The Return of the KingMad MaxMoanaMrs. DoubtfireMystic RiverNightcrawlerPatch AdamsPulp FictionSay AnythingShe’s All ThatShrek 2Spider-Man 2Star TrekStar Wars: Attack of the ClonesThe Fifth ElementThe HelpThe Lego MovieThe Lion KingThe Santa ClauseThe Shawshank RedemptionThe Sixth SenseTrees of PeaceUpWhen Harry Met Sally -
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"They're called boobs, Ed." Join your favorite TransAtlantic podcasting crew – Ian and Megs (B-Tech Kev & Liam are off investigating contaminated water) – as we head to the world of legal battles, corporate corruption, and powerhouse performances in Erin Brockovich (2000). We’re trading in our Edinburgh flat for a tiny law office and diving into our 268th episode as we discuss:
How Julia Roberts delivers a career-defining performance.The film’s balance of drama, humor, and real-world impact.Was Albert Finney the perfect counterbalance to Erin’s fiery personality?Which actor really didn't capture the essence of the part for one of usHow accurate is the film’s portrayal of the real-life case?Would this movie work as well if it weren’t based on a true story?Does Erin Brockovich deserve to be correct every step of the way?Did George deserve better? What about the real life Jorge?We talk about love languages, princesses, and saying goodbye to a friendWhether Erin Brockovich is the Best Film Ever.Become a Patron of this podcast and support the BFE at https://www.patreon.com/BFE.
We are extremely thankful to our following Patrons for their most generous support:
Juleen from It Goes Down In The PMHermes AuslanderJames DeGuzmanSynthiaShai BergerfroindAndy DicksonChris PedersenDuane Smith (Duane Smith!)Randal SilvaNate The GreatRev BruceCheezy (with a fish on a bike)RichardRyan KuketzDirk DigglerStew from the Stew World Order podcastNorfolkDomusJohn Humphrey's Right FootTimmy Tim TimAashreyAriannah Who Loves BFE The Most
Buy some BFE merch at https://my-store-b4e4d4.creator-spring.com/.
Massive thanks to Lex Van Den Berghe for the use of Mistake by Luckydog. Catch more from Lex's new band, The Maids of Honor, at https://soundcloud.com/themaidsofhonor.
Also, massive thanks to Moonlight Social for our age game theme song. You can catch more from them at https://www.moonlightsocialmusic.com/.
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"Every underdog has his day." Join your favorite TransAtlantic podcasting crew – Ian and BFF of the BFE from The Scuttlebutt Podcast (Megs, B-Tech Kev & Liam are off training for their next big fight) – as we step into the ring for grit, determination, and Depression-era boxing in Cinderella Man (2005). We’re swapping a grimy Edinburgh flat for Madison Square Garden and diving into our 267th episode as we discuss:
How Russell Crowe delivers a knockout performance as James J. Braddock.Renée Zellweger’s role as the supportive yet strong Mae Braddock – does she get enough credit?Does Paul Giamatti steal the show as the passionate manager, Joe Gould?The realism of the boxing sequences – do they hold up in 2024?Is it fair to call this film a boxing film or is it something else?Who is the biggest villain of the movie: the Great Depression, Promoter James Johnston, Max Baer, or the system keeping Braddock down?Could this be Ron Howard’s most underrated film?We talk about hockey's Four Nations tournament and why sports make the best narratives. Whether Cinderella Man is the Best Film Ever.Catch so much more of Hermes Auslander on The Scuttlebutt Podcast at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-scuttlebutt-podcast/id1503504933 (Apple) or https://open.spotify.com/show/2n9CNB9X6QXnmvn78HBEoJ?si=1bf26c4a13cd4234 (Spotify)
Become a Patron of this podcast and support the BFE at https://www.patreon.com/BFE.
We are extremely thankful to our following Patrons for their most generous support:
Juleen from It Goes Down In The PMHermes AuslanderJames DeGuzmanSynthiaShai BergerfroindAndy DicksonChris PedersenDuane Smith (Duane Smith!)Randal SilvaNate The GreatRev BruceCheezy (with a fish on a bike)RichardRyan KuketzDirk DigglerStew from the Stew World Order podcastNorfolkDomusJohn Humphrey's Right FootTimmy Tim TimAashreyAriannah Who Loves BFE The Most
Buy some BFE merch at https://my-store-b4e4d4.creator-spring.com/.
Massive thanks to Lex Van Den Berghe for the use of Mistake by Luckydog. Catch more from Lex's new band, The Maids of Honor, at https://soundcloud.com/themaidsofhonor.
Also, massive thanks to Moonlight Social for our age game theme song. You can catch more from them at https://www.moonlightsocialmusic.com/.
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