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The Brothers Streep

A film podcast for those who love films, and those who are still on the fence. Join musical comedians and movie lovers The Brothers Streep in their uphill battle to introduce their friend Andrew to the wonderful world of film.

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The brothers are back to talk Andrew through their favourite films of 2022 in this once off special. Did Dr Strange live up to the madness? Has Adam Sandler actually made another good film? Is it really that hard to make up Weird Al parody songs? Discover all this and more in a fun deep dive into this year’s cinema hits… and some of its misses.

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It’s time for another Christmas episode of Citizen Lame, packed to the brim with fun movie facts, games and Andrew’s inexplicable disdain for a certain Academy Award winning musical. Dylan also performs a festive version of Brown Eyed Girl, while Simon tries out some Christmas Cracker jokes. There’s even live bomb defusals, improvised comedy, gifts and your guide to acceptable times of the year to watch Christmas movies. Enjoy!

Timestamps

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00:00 The Start

00:50 Christmas Lights

01:11 When Is The Earliest & Latest You'll Watch A Christmas Film?

01:39 The Muppet Christmas Carol

03:45 Recap: Chicago

09:11 "Stressing" performed by Craig Urbani, Carly Graeme, Lebo Toko & Phumi Mncayi (Written by The Brothers Streep)

12:46 A Film With A Reindeer

13:12 Bill Murray

14:34 20 Questions

17:47 Hugh Laurie

18:38 Interesting Facts About Bill Murray

19:45 Hugh Laurie's Road To Acting

22:24 "Crack-Kerr" Simon Streep's Joke-Telling Game

25:14 Live Television

26:38 "Questions Only" Dylan Streep's Improv Game

29:05 Delivering Presents On A Sleigh On Christmas Eve

29:20 Star Tours - A Disney Attraction

30:58 "Brown Eyed Girl" by Van Morrison (Dylan Streep Cover)

34:49 "Silent Sleep" by Citizen Lame (Simon Streep's 'Silent Night' Improv Song)

40:04 Keep Talking And Nobody Explodes [https://keeptalkinggame.com/]

43:45 Bill Murray Becoming Unhinged

46:05 A Familiar Christmas Story In A Not-So-Modern Setting

47:12 A High Speed Adventure Around The World

47:47 Simon Streep Hands Out Gifts

48:09 It's A Star Wars T-Shirt!

48:45 It's A DVD of Beverly Hills Chihuahua!

50:33 The Runner Up: Arthur Christmas (2011)

51:22 The Winning Film: Scrooged (1988)

52:04 Movie Recommendation - "Seal Team" directed by Greig Cameron (Netflix 2021)

52:47 "Silent Night" composed by Franz Xaver Gruber, lyrics by Joseph Mohr (Performed by Citizen Lame)

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Andrew wants usually unlikeable actors to be likeable in this week's film selection. Can Simon convince him to choose a brawler, or will Dylan win him over with a marionette? There's also some Movie Balderdash, a sing-along, and some general talk about talking in films. Enjoy!

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00:00 The Start 00:40 The Gloves Are Off! 01:26 What's Your Tolerance Or Tendency To Talk In A Film? 01:55 Talking During Black Swan 03:51 Navigating Talking Etiquette With A Spouse 05:43 Star Wars Episode VII The Force Awakens 06:35 Recap: The Suicide Squad 14:37 A Film With An Actor You Usually Don't Care For, But Love In This 16:05 Russell Crowe 17:27 Russell Crowe: A History Of Violence 18:40 John C. Reilly 20:58 Prank Calls From Michael Jackson 22:04 John Reilly & Friends: NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert 22:54 "Man Of Constant Sorrow" by Soggy Bottom Boys (Citizen Lame Cover) 26:02 "Extra! Extra! Read All About It!" 26:45 Hollywood, Baby! 27:36 Movie Balderdash - Hollywood Producers Edition 37:37 "Escape (The Piña Colada Song)" by Rupert Holmes (Simon Streep Cover) 39:30 "Snack Bar Tango" ["Cell Block Tango" Parody] (Dylan Streep Cover) 42:46 Press Room Marionettes & Ventriloquism 43:38 Brawler In A Bathroom Stall 47:35 The World's First Wheregoesit Film 48:12 Prison Inmate Rivalry 50:02 The Runner Up: The Nice Guys (2016) 50:33 The Winning Film: Chicago (2002)

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Andrew’s in the mood for something different this week, and that something different is a talking animal! Can Dylan sway him to his side with a bunch of famous impressions, or will Simon win him over with a song that used to be called ‘Knickers in a Handbag’? There’s also talk of awkward movie screenings, and the boys find out which Knights of the Roundtable they’d be.

**Related Links:

'**Grace Kelly' by MIKA | https://youtu.be/0CGVgAYJyjk

'Robin Williams' by CeeLo Green | https://youtu.be/nfesrob8hW4

'Uma Thurman' by Fall Out Boy | https://youtu.be/2VTxYQL2SbA

'Barbra Streisand' by Duck Sauce | https://youtu.be/wWhtcU4-xAM

'Shia Labeouf' by Rob Cantor | https://youtu.be/N6KBfGRvDx4

'Clint Eastwood' by Gorillaz | https://youtu.be/1V_xRb0x9aw

Timestampswarning potential episode spoilers ahead00:00 The Start

00:42 Have You Ever Sat Through An Uncomfortable Film With Your Family?

02:15 Eyes Wide Shut

03:20 Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo

04:23 Recap: Clue

07:56 A Film With A Talking Animal

08:28 "John Cena" by Sho Madjozi

09:18 Wrestling vs Films

11:40 Sean Connery

12:25 Who Is The James Bond?

17:01 The "Who Sings That Song About That Famous Person?" Quiz

20:38 Celebrity Impressions

26:30 10th Century England

27:05 The "Which Knight Of The Round Table Are You?" Quiz

31:52 Corto Maltese

32:18 A Rebel Camp

33:33 Building Forts

36:21 "Whistle For The Choir" by The Fratellis (Simon Streep Cover)

38:24 "To The Stars" by Randy Edelman (Dylan Streep Cover)

39:14 The Wilhelm Scream

41:51 Villagers Training Montage

43:56 Harley Quinn's Floral Escape

46:28 A Talking Shark!

47:03 A Talking Dragon!

49:44 The Runner Up: Dragonheart (1996)

50:09 The Winning Film: The Suicide Squad (2021)

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Andrew is tired of crying when the good guy dies in a film. If people are going to perish on screen, he wants to be spared the devastation. This week Dylan and Simon have the particularly tough job of finding a film where death is integral to the plot, but it doesn't spoil the movie... or your day. There's talk of whoopee cushions, school plays, Scooby-Doo and Power Rangers - but is any of it enough to sway Andrew?

Related Links:

Who's On First | https://youtu.be/2ve20PVNZ18

Timestamps

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00:00 The Start

00:47 What Is A Film You Know A Lot About, But Haven't Seen?

00:52 2001: A Space Odyssey

01:50 The Shawshank Redemption

04:07 Bruce Willis Is Dead!

05:32 Recap: Hot Rod

08:48 A Film Where Somebody Dies…But You're Okay With It

09:30 Whodunit - A Game by Simon Streep

11:02 Star Wars Episode VI Return of the Jedi

13:13 Whoopi Goldberg

13:51 School Plays

15:23 Grease

16:44 Back to the Future

17:18 Tim Curry

19:19 Whoopee Cushions

24:20 Quite Partial To A Good Secret Passage

25:18 Scooby-Doo

28:15 Mighty Morphin Power Rangers

29:06 New York, Baby!

31:09 "Unchained Melody" by The Righteous Brothers (Dylan Streep Cover)

33:43 "Sh-Boom" by The Crew Nuts (Simon Streep Cover)

35:23 Weekend At Bernie's

36:22 JAM'D - Andrew's Acapella Group

38:47 "Who's On First" by Abbott & Costello

40:07 BTS: Citizen Lame Watch Marvel's Eternals at the IMAX

41:01 Elevator Hijinks

43:41 Sam & Molly Have It All…

44:50 A Classic Whodunit With A Comedic Twist

45:14 Simon's Game - The Trial

48:21 The Runner Up: Ghost (1990)

49:05 The Winning Film: Clue (1985)

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Dylan and Simon both love musicals, but Andrew has his limits, and only wants to watch a film with restricted spontaneous singing. Can Andrew choose between two comedy giants like Bill Hader and Kristen Wiig, can Dylan win a round by roasting the crowd, and can Simon pull off a lounge cover of his favourite Shania Twain song? Find out all this and more in this week’s episode.

Timestampswarning potential episode spoilers ahead00:00 The Start

00:38 What Is The First Movie That You Saw At The Cinema?

01:51 Dinosaur Kids

02:45 Jurassic Park vs Homeward Bound

03:18 The Little Mermaid

04:40 The Lion King

05:30 Recap: Twister

09:45 A Film With A Musical Number, That's Not A Musical

12:51 Kristen Wiig

13:52 Bill Hader

15:10 What Do These Actors Have In Common?

18:30 The Celebrity Roast of Citizen Lame!

23:31 Nostalgic Vancouver

24:21 Ice Skating Memories

25:11 Disney On Ice!

27:34 An Underground Lair

28:56 "Wait...They're From Canada? That Surprises Me!"

31:15 Dramatic Mouse Orchestra

34:34 "Man, I Feel Like A Woman" (Simon Streep's Richard Cheese Parody)

36:36 "The Final Countdown" by Europe (Dylan Streep's Modern Movie Trailer Cover)

40:19 Best Fall Ever - Great Physical Comedy

42:43 Talking Club

45:38 A Coming Of Middle-Age Story

47:01 Childhood Friends Doing Stunts

48:25 The Runner Up: Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar (2021)

48:54 The Winning Film: Hot Rod (2007)

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We're back, and this season Andrew is being a bit more specific with the films he wants to watch. First up, he wants the spectacle and thrill of a natural disaster movie. Can Simon win him over to his corner with tales of beaches and bidets, or will Dylan be able to persuade him that he needs more Bill Paxton in his life? Or was it Bill Pullman?

Related Links:

https://www.paxtonorpullman.com/

Timestamps

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00:00 The Start

00:46 Lights On Or Off?

05:00 The Klaus Controversy

07:19 Recap: Elf

10:27 Natural Disaster Movies

11:09 Armageddon

11:34 Sharknado

12:36 Same Idea, Different Film

13:39 Bill Paxton

14:42 Tom Holland

15:35 The Tom Holland Problem

16:45 Bill Pullman

17:29 “I’m Bill Paxton, I’m Bill Pullman” Song

18:19 Is Tom Holland… (Google Questions)

20:49 Thailand

21:49 Oklahoma

22:06 Guess That State (Blank): Oklahoma Edition

23:25 The Toilets in Thailand

27:00 The Goo Goo Dolls

28:15 “Long Way Down” by The Goo Goo Dolls (Dylan Streep Cover)

30:45 “The Impossible Main Title” by Fernando Velázquez (Si Streep Piano Preview)

31:56 “The Impossible Main Title” by Fernando Velázquez (Si Streep Remix)

35:25 A Family Reunited

36:45 Friends Sharing Stories

38:34 A Fart In The Shower

40:14 Storm Chasers

41:21 A True Christmas Story

43:45 The Runner Up: The Impossible (2012)

44:42 The Winning Film: Twister (1996)

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It’s our first ever Christmas special, and it’s so special, we decided to pack an extra 10 minutes into it. Join Andrew in a battle of the toymakers as Dylan uses intrigue to fight for a season win, while Simon tries to sing his way to the draw.

Timestamps

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00:00 The Start

00:55 Favourite Christmas-Adjacent Film

01:31 Gremlins

02:14 Gizmo's Song

03:41 Gremlins-based Opera Late at Night

04:32 Tim Burton's Christmas-Adjacent Movies

05:50 Blackadder's Christmas Carol

07:28 Recap: About Time

13:23 The Love Actually Playbook

15:23 J.K. Simmons

17:02 Inverted Snape

17:44 Zooey Deschanel

19:51 The King of Bacchus, Mardi Gras 2018

22:23 "An Unexpected New Perspective" by The Brothers Streep (Demo)

23:35 "Metaphorically Speaking" by The Brothers Streep (Demo)

25:25 "How Many Names For Santa Can You Name?!"

29:03 Simon Streep Sings His Setting

30:09 O Little Town of Smeerensburg

30:38 Do You Want To Build A Snowman?

33:26 Kiss the Fish

34:45 Hamleys

35:44 Reggie's Rush

38:28 "Invisible" by Zara Larrson (Dylan Streep Cover)

40:18 "Santa Claus Is Comin' To Town" by J. Fred Coots and Haven Gillespie (Simon Streep Sing-Along)

43:08 A Great Shower Scene

44:39 "Baby It's Cold Outside" by Idina Menzel (AKA Adele Dazeem) and Michael Bublé

45:38 Introduction to Smeerensburg

47:36 Saving A Few Christmas Miracles For The End

48:57 Simon Streep Sings His Story

53:28 The Runner Up: Klaus (2019)

53:46 The Winning Film: Elf (2003)

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The battle for Andrew’s movie affections is heating up. Can Simon break his three episode losing streak, or will Dylan claim an early Season One victory? Bill Nighy on Acting:https://youtu.be/6Aq_V3LTbtg

Let's Go To London:https://youtu.be/mAklfvz0ynk Timestamps

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00:00 The Start

01:14 Open Air Cinema

02:08 Uncomfortable Seating

04:14 Recap: Hubie Halloween

07:54 Bill Nighy

09:05 Paul Rudd

09:26 Wet Hot American Summer

10:15 Bill Nighy Chats to BAFTA

12:03 GQ 50 Best Dressed Men 2015

13:45 Samuel's Sweet Shop

14:18 Young Entrepreneurs

17:01 Biodynamic Agriculture

17:50 "How Heavy Is That Really Heavy Vegetable?!"

21:19 London, Baby!

22:01 "Let's Go To London" by The Brothers Streep

22:33 I Had a Little Trouble at Border Control

25:40 "Murder, She Wrote" Theme (Simon Streep Piano Intro)

26:05 "The Luckiest" by Ben Folds (Simon Streep Piano Intro)

26:55 "The About Time Theme" by Nick Laird-Clowes (Simon Streep Piano Intro)

27:20 "Christmas Time Is Here" by Vince Guaraldi Trio (Simon Streep Piano Intro)

28:35 "Mac and Me" Clip

29:11 "Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Old Oak Tree" by Tony Orlando & Dawn (Dylan Streep Cover)

31:29 Paul Rudd in a Sweat Lodge

32:01 Sauna Etiquette

34:58 A Father Playing with His Son on a Beach

35:27 Citizen Lame Merch

36:09 Time Travel

|37:56 An Ugly Duckling Story

38:58 The Bible Hates Simon

42:21 The Runner Up: Our Idiot Brother (2011)

42:54 The Winning Film: About Time (2013)

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Andrew has now watched three of the brother’s movies suggestions, but has he enjoyed their choices? In this episode Simon tries to win Andrew over with some wordplay, while Dylan warms his heart with a familiar song.

Jim Phillips Link:

https://youtu.be/ebFcd8OA5b0

Timestamps

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00:00 The Start

01:11 Armrest Etiquette

02:29 Aeroplane Antics

05:07 Recap: The Long Kiss Goodnight

09:35 Adam Sandler

10:22 "Sandler's Usual Suspects - Yay or Nay?"

12:22 Elle Fanning

13:19 Child Stars in the Slow Lane

15:44 Nicknames

17:53 Celebrity Anagrams

19:30 A Slice of American Nostalgia

20:34 Salem, Massachusetts

22:34 "Monster Mash" by Bobby Pickett (Dylan Streep Acapella Cover)

24:39 Monster Munch TV Advert

27:05 "My Sharona" by The Knack (Simon Streep Karaoke)

29:29 A Train Wreck

31:16 Andrew's Home Videos: "Jim Phillips"

32:10 Dylan's Home Videos: "Princess Diana"

32:55 Dylan's Home Videos: "Swiss Army Dog"

33:35 The Brothers Streep's "Cadiz" Video

36:45 Food Fight!

39:17 The Simple Story of a Sandler Film

39:41 Mystery & Unexplained Events

42:51 The Runner Up: Super 8 (2011)

43:13 The Winning Film: Hubie Halloween (2020)

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The brothers have each won an episode, so there’s everything to play for. Can Simon lure Andrew to his side with some soothing Buddy Holly, or will Dylan succeed with some over the top chopping?

Timestamps

warning potential episode spoilers ahead00:00 Announcement

00:21 The Start

00:49 Pee or Pea?

02:06 The Yawn of the Rings: The Return of the King

04:19 Public Bathrooms in the Time of Coronavirus

05:37 An Official Apology

07:38 Recap: The Founder

11:51 Ewan McGregor

13:32 Andrew's Motorbike Adventures

15:15 Geena Davis

16:24 Mini Mensa Quiz

19:11 Bagpipes (and Other Scottish Inventions)

21:45 Samuel L Jackson

22:51 Snow, Carols, A Christmas Parade... This Must be a Shane Black film!

24:03 The Circus!

26:56 "Everyday" by Buddy Holly (Simon Streep Cover)

29:39 Samuel L Jackson Hums His Actions (Dylan Streep Cover)

31:38 Someone's in the Kitchen with Geena

33:40 Gummiberry Juice

36:26 Time Stands Still

38:38 Tall Stories

39:19 1995 Springbok RWC Squad Signed Rugby Balls

39:57 Bret 'The Hitman' Hart

41:23 Jason Bourne, But Earlier

42:32 Another Daughter in Peril?

44:17 The Runner Up: Big Fish (2003)

44:35 The Winning Film: The Long Kiss Goodnight (1996)

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The battle for Andrew's movie affections continue. The Brothers Streep have each chosen a film that they need to convince Andrew to watch. Simon attempts to lure Andrew into his camp with the power of potatoes, whilst Dylan uses the 'power of the positive'. There's also talk about the morality of watching movies on your cellphone and the catchiest ringtone of all.

Timestampswarning potential episode spoilers ahead00:00 The Start

00:36 Watching Movies on your Phone

03:30 Recap: The Way, Way Back

06:12 Michael Keaton

06:39 "You Wanna Get Nuts? Come On, Let's Get Nuts!"

07:21 Channing Tatum

07:39 Potato Memes

08:37 On-Set Accidents

09:40 More Potatoes

11:08 Loadshedding

11:40 Potato Advertising

12:20 Potato Guns

13:48 Mini Movie Quiz - Famous Building

14:50 Filming in the White House

17:11 Ghosts in the White House

19:02 "The Power of the Positive" by Dr. Clarence Floyd Nelson (Dylan Streep Cover)

22:05 "Spanish Flea" by Herb Alpert & the Tijuana Brass (Simon Streep Remix)

23:17 Popular Ringtones

24:05 "Frolic" by The Brothers Streep

26:48 Rocket launching POTUS

27:45 Tennis Court Business Streamlining

31:54 Die Hard (in the White House)

32:37 Do I like the brand?

33:15 A Sudden Daughter in Peril

36:07 The Runner Up: White House Down (2013)

36:35 The Winning Film: The Founder (2016)

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Introducing a film podcast for those who love films, and those who are still on the fence! Join musical comedians and movie lovers The Brothers Streep in their uphill battle to introduce their friend Andrew to the wonderful world of film. Each brother must try to get Andrew to watch a film of their choosing. In this first episode, Simon tries to seduce Andrew onto his side with a SuperTube, whilst Dylan attempts to sway Andrew with the sound of a 56k modem.

Timestamps

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00:00 The Start

00:40 Popcorn

06:00 Who is Liam James?

07:05 Sam Rockwell

09:41 John Cho

10:05 Off Centre

10:45 #StarringJohnCho

13:08 California & The Red Hot Chilli Peppers

13:52 Calgames

14:26 Beach House Holidays

15:54 The Internet

17:36 Waterparks

19:32 For The Time Being by Edie Brickell (Simon Streep Cover)

22:21 The Glorious Sounds of the Dial Up Modem

25:08 Mondegreens

30:22 Stuck on a SuperTube

34:55 Coming of Age Films

36:17 A Whodunnit for the Modern Age

39:12 The Runner Up: Searching (2018)

39:37 The Winning Film: The Way Way Back (2013)

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Join musical comedians and movie lovers The Brothers Streep in their uphill battle to introduce their friend Andrew to the wonderful world of film.

The first episode is out Friday 20 November 2020!