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'Two, Please' is a podcast meant for anyone and everyone who's ever loved movies. From commercial pot-boilers to all things indie, we're covering it all. Join us for a new episode every week.
On this week's episode, Rohit & Abhin are joined by the creator of Musalman Comix, Falah Faisal, to discuss some of the better adaptations of certain graphic novels. Check it out and let us know your thoughts!
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Tumbbad is back in theaters this weekend, so naturally, Rohit & Abhin decided to gush about how much they love the film. Check it out and let us know your thoughts!
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House of The Dragon Season 2 left all of us viewers with a bit of a sour taste in our mouths. On this week's episode Rohit and Abhin delve back into the world of Westeros, discussing two warring factions and some terrible writing choices that are doing either side no favors.
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Big weekend for the MCU as Deadpool & Wolverine crashed global box offices with ease and Robert Downey Jr announced his return as Dr Doom. But was it all worth it? Here's Abhin with a few quick thoughts.
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A very off-the-rails movie deserves a very off-the-rails podcast. Join us this week as we delve into the batshit crazy world of Mad Max Fury Road, discussing its troubled production, memorable moments, and the various issues and themes it tackles. Check it out and let us know what you think!
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Furiosa. Fall Guy. Madame Web. The so-called blockbusters are tanking at the box office while streaming content is on the rise. In this week's episode, Abhin and Rohit are joined by Aniket Dasgupta to discuss whether the Streaming Giants are responsible for the death of the movie theater experience and what the future of cinema will look like. CHAPTERS:
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[00:00] - Streaming Impact on Cinema Releases
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[05:37] - Box Office Struggles
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[09:56] - Impact of Streaming
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[11:49] - Making Cinema Releases Events
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[13:43] - Event Cinema Strategy
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[15:26] - Meme Culture's Role- [20:55]
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Film Memes and Cultural Impact
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[21:49] - Mainstream Appeal
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[23:30] - Surprising Successes
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[25:22] - Multi-Screen Viewing
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[27:12] - Streaming-Designed Films
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[30:15] - Diverse Access via Streaming
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[31:25] - Democratization of Access to Movies
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[35:01] - Access to International Cinema
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[37:05] - Impact of Streaming on Film Industry Dynamics
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[38:29] - Data-Driven Streaming Risks
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[42:16] - Impact of Content Fatigue
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[43:52] - Challenges of Sustaining Interest
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[45:16] - Fragmented Viewing Experiences
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[46:26] - Competing with Free Platforms
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[47:53] - Competing with User-Generated Content
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[49:26] - Online Personalities in Film
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[51:01] - Challenges for Indian Films
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[54:58] - Future of Streaming in Indian Cinema
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[01:02:50] - Film Culture's Evolution
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[01:05:20] - Mainstream Platform Limitations
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[01:05:35] - Potential of Streaming
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[01:06:31] - The Impact of Collective Cinema Experiences
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[01:06:44] - Watching Interstellar with Nolan!
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[01:07:57] - Restoring Faith in Filmmaking
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[01:10:16] - Follow Aniket!
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On this week's episode, Rohit and Abhin want you to listen to them very carefully as they dive into arguably the best action movie of all time- Terminator 2: Judgement Day.
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Occasionally, we love to throw a bit of spice into the mix to make things a little interesting. The Hot Takes episode returns, featuring a special guest as we dive into the world of Dune, Rom Coms, Alex Garland, and one very beloved fantasy trilogy.
We'll never stop getting scared of things going bump in the night, and we'll never stop talking about them, either. Join Rohit and Abhin as they go through some more of their favorite horror films of all time and discuss a few community favorites as well! SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHANNEL!
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Junk food satisfies cravings that nothing else will satiate. We're back with more movies that scratch an itch which none other can. Junk Food Movies, part deux.Follow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/twopleasepod/Check us out on YouTube:https://youtube.com/@twoplease.7427?si=415oJy42zmCccmbtHere's everywhere else we're currently streaming: linktr.ee/twopleasepod
Call it a coincidence, but on the day Oppenheimer wins Best Picture at the Oscars, Rohit and Abhin sit down to discuss Christopher Nolan's terrific return to form in Oppenheimer. Join them as they dissect themes, and moments as well delve into some historical aspects of the now-fabled Manhattan Project.
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Your partner might finish your sentences, but they don't always finish watching the movies you want them to. As Valentine's Day looms closer, Rohit and Abhin take a unique approach to celebrating the occasion by recommending three unconventional films each to watch with your partner for varying reasons. Be it a drinking game, a genre they've never seen, or an animated epic- rest assured, they won't be bored. So, forget the traditional romantic flicks and jump into an episode that redefines the meaning of movie night this Valentine's Day.
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We're going back to our older format for this episode. This week Rohit and Abhin each pick 3 films that you absolutely need to watch for varying reasons. What are the reasons? Watch/Listen to find out.
The Man From Earth: 2:29-12:50
Merry Christmas: 13:00- 21:34
Four Lions: 21:36- 29:27
Steve Jobs:29:30- 42:05
Eye in the Sky: 42:10-50:02
Drive My Car: 50:05-59:27
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In a decade dominated by red pill and blue conversations, we go back to the year 1999 to deep dive into a film that spawned it all. Join us as we discuss arguably the greatest action movie of all time, The Matrix.
Omkar from PodTakes joins us for this one.
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Its that time of the year again, which means only one thing- It's Home Alone season. Join Rohit and Abhin once again as they deep dive into the 1990 classic Home Alone, a film beloved by generations across the globe. On the episode, we discuss our first impressions, behind-the-scenes trivia, favorite moments, themes and ask the question- What does Gaspar Noe's Home Alone look like? Join us for the ride.
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The year 2007 was a seismic year for Bollywood. From Bollywood stars delivering hit after hit, the birth of two future superstars, actors turning directors and Himesh Reshammiya transitioning onto the big screen, a lot was happening. Join us as we try and condense a year’s worth of releases into a single episode, while trying our best to not get distracted or overwhelmed. Sid from the Hot Takes episode returns for this one and proceeds to make us look silly once again.
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This week, Abhin and Rohit are two dudes analyzing some dudes disguised as other dudes...get ready for some Tropic Thunder!
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With a change of pace, in this episode, Abhin and Rohit discuss the critically acclaimed dramedy Fleabag, joined by their friend Atulaa, who brings her own perspectives to the discussion.Chapters00:00- 02:24- Episode and guest introduction02:30- 08:00 First Impressions08:02- 11:27- Plot Summary11:30- 13:56- BTS and Trivia14:18- 31:56- Memorable Moments32:10- 38:24-Codependency and loneliness 38:27- 46:15- Feminism and patriarchy 46:20- 49:31- Loneliness revisited49:45- 55:11- The influence of religion55:19- 1:01:16- Other shows like Fleabag1:01:18-1:02:24- ClosingCheck us out on other platforms!https://tr.ee/lQD2aBpMqHFollow us on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/twopleasepod/For enquiries:Email: twopleasepodcast@gmail.com
This week, Abhin and Rohit try to wrap their heads around the question, 'What really makes us human?', as they dissect the themes, ideas, and questions underpinning Denis Villeneuve's 2017 masterpiece Blade Runner 2049 (and, of course Ridley Scott's 1982 classic, you can't discuss one without the other!)CHAPTERS:(00:00-00:45)- Opening Sequence(00:46- 04:44)- Episode Intro(04:46- 11:00)- First Impressions (11:03- 14:00)- Plot Summaries and Thoughts(14:03- 24:53)- BTS and Movie Trivia(24:57- 25: 12)- Memorable Moments(25:14- 25:51)- Rachael giving the Voight Kampf Test(25:52- 26:20)- Roy Batty confronting Tyrell(26:26- 27:05)- Pris’ death and Tarantino’s Homage(27:27- 28:19)- 2049 Opening scene at the farm(28:20- 30:26)- K and Joi on the rooftop(30:28- 31:54)- Wallace’s Lair and Luv’s Devotion(32:01- 32:34)- Joi and Mariette scene(32:36- 33:39- Vegas and meeting Deckard(33:40- 35:00)- Luv kills Joi, K’s despair(35:02- 35:14)- Seawall fight(35:15- 35:43)- Deakins Lovefest(35:46- 35:56)- Deckard meets his child(35:57- 35:58)- Themes(35:59:42:41)- What really constitutes humanity?(42:43- 49:02)- Existentialism and mortality(49:04-54:11)- Dystopian capitalism and classism(54:26- 1:01:29)- The ethical dilemma of human and AI relationships (1:01:52-1:08:10)- What if Sanjay Leela Bhansali directed Blade Runner?Follow us on our Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/twopleasepod/Catch us here on YouTube!https://linktr.ee/twopleasepod
In Paul Thomas Anderson's great American movie, ruthless ambition butts horns with the wiles of religion. Abhin and Rohit dive deep into its themes in an all-new format for Two Please!
EPISODE CHAPTERS: 00:00- 00:50 - Episode Intro 00:51- 03:56- Podcast Updates 03:57- 07:39 -First Impressions 07:44- 08:39 -Plot Summary 08:52- 15:15 - BTS/movie trivia 15:26- 15:47- Memorable Scenes Introduction 15:48- 18:08- Scene 1: The first 15 minutes 18:09- 23:53 - Scene 2: I drink your milkshake 23:54- 28:29 - Scene 3: The Church 28:32- 31:28 - Scene 4: The Oil Derrick catching fire 31:33- 33:53- Scene 5: Bastard in a Basket 33:54- 36:51- Scene 6: Meeting the Standard Oil Guys 36:52- 37:03- Themes Introduction 37:06- 43:39- Theme 1: Fate and Greed 43:40- 48:23- Theme 2: An Allegory for the United States becoming a world power 48:25- 54:31- Theme 3: Capitalism vs Religion 54:32- 57:15- Theme 4: Rohit’s bizarre theory 57:18- 1:00:05- Theme 5: Crossroads Demon Deal? 1:00:07- 1:08:08- Daniel Day-Lewis is the greatest living actor 1:08:09-1:09:05- Method acting gone bad and Simple Jack 1:09:06- 1:12:15- What if Michael Bay directed this movie?
Finally caught up on Barbenheimer. Plus Rocky aur Rani. Shared some thoughts with a quick video here.
(Also apologies for my appearance. Its hot and my camera stand was being terrible)
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This week's episode delves into the newest installment of the Mission Impossible series, Dead Reckoning Part One. We also examine the franchise while discussing our favorite film from the entire series.
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On this week's episode, Rohit and Abhin discuss their love for the 90s action adventure film, The Mummy. Bonus bits include- The Indiana Jones films, the landscape of modern action-adventure films, and the severe lack of them in the Indian industry. It's one hell of an episode. Join in.
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In this week's episode, Rohit and Abhin dive into The Truman Show, a film that has aged like a fine wine. They also explore the themes associated with the movie, including existentialism and determinism, as well as how they may have directly inspired the rise of The Kardashian empire.
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In this week's deep-dive, Abhin and Rohit discuss the 2016 Barry Jenkins movie Moonlight, a study in grace and acceptance.
Welcome back to Season 3 of Two, Please! We're doing things a little differently this season, focusing more on deep dives than lists like in our previous episodes. And what better film to start with than our favorite Bond film of all time, 2006's Casino Royale?
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You can never have too many rewatchables. In this episode, Abhin and Rohit break down some of their favorite rewatchables across film and television and why they keep going back to them as often as they do. It's a fun one!
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Welcome back to part two of our podcast episode on cult classics! Abhin and Rohit dive even deeper into the weird and wonderful world of these cinematic gems, discussing more fan-favorite films, revealing surprising behind-the-scenes stories, and examining the lasting impact of these cult classics on pop culture. Join us for another fun ride.
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The Feel Good Series returns! In this episode, Rohit and Abhin discuss some of their go-to comfort films that are the perfect pick-me-up when things aren't the best.
How could we do a soundtrack episode and not do one on Bollywood? Abhin and Rohit wrestle with choice and struggle to bring us just their top 10 picks in this one!
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In a remarkable fusion of gaming and television, The Last of Us has transcended its digital origins to conquer the small screen. Today, Abhin and Rohit embark on a thrilling exploration of this groundbreaking series, examining its triumphant run on HBO alongside the captivating video games that started it all. Join us for an insightful discussion as we dissect the narrative, characters, and the unique blend of storytelling that has made The Last of Us an unforgettable phenomenon in both the gaming and television worlds.
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A good soundtrack can elevate a film-watching experience from good to great. In this episode, Abhin and Rohit discuss their favs.
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Continuing on from Part I, Rohit and Abhin discuss their top 8 films that should've won The Best Picture Oscar in the year they were nominated.
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The movies, like life, aren't always fair. Don't believe us? Listen to Abhin and Rohit discuss the years when they felt that the best movie didn't actually win the Best Picture Oscar.
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What a year.
On the last episode for the year, Abhin and Rohit discuss their favorite films and television shows from the past year.
Oh, also, happy new year! See you in the New Year.
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We all have our go-to favorites for the Holiday Season. On Christmas day, Abhin and Rohit share some of their favorite Christmas movies while putting forth a few controversial opinions on some 'holiday' classics.
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Love them or hate them, we've all sat down to watch a sitcom at some point in our lives. In this week's episode, Abhin and Rohit discuss their favorite sitcoms, their honorable mentions, and the sitcoms they do not care for.
Join us for a monster of an episode.
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It was supposed to be an episode on Raju Hirani's filmography. We don't know how religion and Tiger Shroff came into the picture. But it makes sense, we promise.
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This week, Abhin and Rohit walk down memory lane as they discuss the second coming of Disney's Golden Age between 1989 and 1999, looking at movies that opened them up to A Whole New World.
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A return to Westeros sees Rohit and Abhin diving back into the world of George RR Martin's epic fantasy as they dissect the first season of HBO's brand new show, House of The Dragon.
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In a cinematic journey that Phineas Fogg would envy, Abhin and Rohit commemorate the death of French legend Jean-Luc Godard with a freewheeling conversation on world cinema.
Movies being discussed:
France
Breathless (1960)
400 Blows (1959)
Zazie In The Metro (1960)
Bande A Part (1964)
The Dreamers (2003)
Italy
Rome, Open City (1945)
Bicycle Thieves (1948)
La Dolce Vita (1960)
8½ (1963)
Cinema Paradiso (1988)
Life is Beautiful (1997)
Sweden/ Denmark/ Norway
Wild Strawberries (1957)
The Seventh Seal (1957)
Trollhunter (2010)
The Hunt (2012)
Another Round (2020)
The Worst Person In The World (2021)
Germany/Poland
Das Boot (1981)
Possession (1981)
Der Untergang (2004)
The Lives Of Others (2006)
Iraq/Iran
Children of Heaven (1997)
Persepolis (2007)
A Separation (2011)
Mosul (2019)
Russia
Battleship Potemkin (1925)
Come and See (1986)
Japan
Rashomon (1950)
Seven Samurai (1954)
The Hidden Fortress (1958)
Nausica Of The Valley of The Wind (1984)
Grave of the Fireflies (1988)
My Neighbor Totoro (1988)
Ghost In The Shell (1995)
Princess Mononoke (1997)
Perfect Blue (1997)
Ringu (1998)
Audition (1999)
Battle Royale (2000)
Spirited Away (2001)
Howl’s Moving Castle (2004)
Paprika (2006)
Your Name (2016)
Shoplifters (2018)
Drive My Car (2021)
South Korea
My Sassy Girl (2001)
Oldboy (2003)
Memories of Murder (2003)
Oldboy (2003)
Sympathy for Lady Vengeance (2005)
I Saw The Devil (2010)
The Handmaiden (2016)
Train to Busan (2016)
The Wailing (2016)
Parasite (2019)
Indonesia/Thailand
Infernal Affairs (2002-2003)
The Raid Redemption (2011)
China/Hong Kong
Police Story (1985)
Shaolin Soccer (2001)
In The Mood For Love (2000)
Kung Fu Hustle (2004)
Australia
Lake Mungo (2008)
Animal Kingdom (2010)
Mexico
The Devil’s Backbone (2001)
Children of Men (2006)
Pan’s Labyrinth (2005)
Birdman (2014)
Revenant (2015)
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The most controversial movie of the year is here. The boys are joined by Suchin Mehrotra from Film Companion as they discuss Ayan Mukerji's magnum opus Brahmastra and why India has such a hard time accepting its superheroes.
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Ever struggled to find the right movie for a date night? Never fear; the 'Two, Please' Boys are here to help. In this week's episode, Rohit and Abhin break down their favorite date night movies for every mood and what movies you should avoid to not sour a wonderful evening spent with your partner. So break out those blankets, order some takeout, and dim those lights. Things are about to get interesting.
PS: This episode is slightly X-rated. Listener discretion is advised.
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1994 had everything. 3 great movies, one animated masterpiece, and the birth of a true international icon. Bollywood didn't have a bad year either, making Pomeranians the true flavor of the season. This week Abhin and Rohit discuss the impact the year 1994 on their cinematic education.
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Abhin and Rohit discuss the controversial remake of Forrest Gump- Laal Singh Chaddha.
Excerpt from an upcoming episode.
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We hate that we love these movies so much. In this week's episode, Abhin and Rohit discuss their favorite guilty pleasure films of all time. So order some of your favorite junk food and settle down for what promises to be a hilarious and slightly informative ride.
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Not all great shows start off that way, and not all great starts lead to great shows. But more often than not, that's all we audiences have, to judge them by. This week Abhin and Rohit discuss their favorite TV pilots.
A special thank you to Nikhil Rabindra for helping out with the edit. The episode would not have been possible without you.
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From The Office, to Parks & Rec, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, and The Good Place, few creations balance being feel-good and thought-provoking like the universe created by TV's Michael Schur. In this special episode, Abhin, Rohit, and a very special guest discuss this universe.
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You never forget your first time. In this week's episode, Rohit and Abhin discuss their favorite and not-so-favorite Bollywood debuts and take a brief look at the career of Bollywood's greatest debutant.
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20+ movies & TV shows, $10 Bn+ box office, and multiple memorable cinematic moments. Let's face it, the MCU is pop-culture for our generation. But phase 4 of the MCU seems to ponder, in the famous words of Axl Rose, 'Where do we go now?' On the weekend that Thor: Love and Thunder drops, Abhin and Rohit discuss the good, the bad and the uncertain ground that the MCU seems to be on.
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Ever been really excited to watch a film only to be massively let down in the end? We know the feeling all too well. In this week's episode, Rohit and Abhin discuss the movies that disappointed them the most.
Also apologies for Abhin's voice- He was really going through it that morning.
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Sometimes we want to be fooled. This week, Abhin and Rohit discuss some of their favorite plot twists in films that left them stunned. Beware, spoilers ahead.
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Her start was hardly Luck by Chance, but she knew Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara, so she made movies that let every Gully Boy's Dil Dhadakne Do. Today's episode is Made In Heaven and centered on Zoya Akhtar.
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The hottest love has the coldest end. In this week's episode, Rohit and Abhin dive into the world of Westeros and explore what really happened to the once-beloved Game of Thrones television series.
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Sometimes a picture is worth more than a thousand words. On this week's episode, Rohit and Abhin discuss a set of films that far outstrip their source material.
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The Batman drops in theaters this weekend. For this episode, Abhin relives his glory days of childhood and the Dark Knight's looming presence over it, as he and Rohit talk about The World's Greatest Detective.
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Cinematic Universes are hot right now, everybody wants one. Abhin and Rohit are here to talk about the one that Ayushmann Khurrana has inadvertently built.
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Tom Holland's Spider-Man has been all over the zeitgeist, much like cobwebs in the corners of your house. Spider-jokes aside, Abhin and Rohit discuss all the superhero's outings.
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Long flights suck, that much is known. The only upside is watching movies you probably wouldn't have otherwise. Airplane movies can be an eclectic bunch. Abhin and Rohit discuss theirs.
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We all have them. Movies we'd rather watch again than see something new, for whatever reason, Abhin and Rohit talk about the movies that they tend to watch, over and over.
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Harry Christmas!
For our Christmas special, Rohit and Abhin discuss that messiah of merriness, Chris Columbus. We focus on the first two Harry Potter movies with an aside on the Home Alone movies towards the end.
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After a decade of indifference punctuated by a couple of movies of note, Aamir Khan embarked upon a remarkable run of films that pleased audiences and critics alike. This run, and its impact on Indian culture, is what Abhin and Rohit discuss in this episode.
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In this first-of-many-episodes, Rohit and Abhin dip their toes into the world of Quentin Tarantino (hehe) and pick out their favorite movies from his deranged, bloody universe.
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What can one say about The Apartment? Best Picture Oscar winner? The ultimate underdog story? The most feel-good rom-com? But also so much more. Today Abhin and Rohit share their thoughts about the centerpiece of the mosaic that is their movie-watching history.
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Bonus Minisode! Abhin just watched No Time To Die and he has several thoughts. Listen in to know more.
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Most movies are the product of the efforts of many individuals performing specific roles. Most movies...and then there's the inexplicably successful Race movies.
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Very few individuals can inarguably lay claim to having irrevocably changed the medium of film. Today, Abhin and Rohit talk about the creator of possibly the most famous character in film history.
We're back! From the 'so bad it's good!' to the 'how did this not work?!', cult classics come in all shapes and sizes. In this episode, Abhin and Rohit share their pick of these movies.
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Somewhere in the mid-2000s, Michael Bay discovered The Transformers. Life would never be the same.
This week, Abhin takes a journey few have taken before. He rewatches all five of the dumpster fires that are the Michael Bay Transformers films.
As for Rohit.. well. Find out for yourself.
(The first one isn't that bad though)
Disclaimer:
We own none of the music in this podcast. The music used in this episode belongs exclusively to the copyright owner. It is being used here for commentary purposes under fair use.
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This week, Abhin and Rohit get down in the trenches with two extremely unfortunate soldiers, as they talk about their love for WW1 and one of the better movies to be made on the topic, Sam Mendes' 1917.
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Welcome to the Bond Dossier, the first of several episodes where we deep dive into a set of Bond films from the last few decades or so.
We begin with Daniel Craig.
Often shaken and very stirred, Daniel Craig's James Bond ushered in a new era for Britain's most favorite son. In this episode, we rank all of Daniel Craig's Bond films, give our thoughts on each entry and discuss our favorite theme songs from the Craig era. Sid from the Hot Takes episode makes a return (somewhat) on this one, so keep an ear out for his thoughts on the franchise as well.
Join us. Things will not be the same when you return to the night.
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If imitation is the greatest form of flattery, the Indian film industry is full of sycophants. Get ready for some deja vu as we discuss Indian movies that shamelessly borrow from elsewhere.
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In part 2 of the Hot Takes episode, Sid shares a 'spicy' opinion, Abhin talks about his (unexpectedly) favorite Potter movie, and Rohit realizes that one does not simply diss a beloved trilogy.
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Things spice up this week, as Two, Please has its very first guest, and the three of them share some of their more contentious opinions. Do you agree or disagree?
Listen, and find out.
Also, we had really shit internet this week. Apologies for the sound in certain places.
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Franchises are the film industry's cash cow, and there are so many of them out there. Today we examine the ones where their current avatar, for better or worse, bears little to no resemblance to their origins.
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This week, we profess our love for the 2010 masterpiece that launched a thousand startups, The Social Network. We discuss what makes the movie work, as well as the indelible 'Mark' its subject has left on the world.
Score Credits:
Hand Covers Bruise- Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross
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Mister Ambience
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One of the brightest stars in Bollywood's constellation, he goes by many names; the Baadshah of Bollywood, King Khan, and SRK. This week, Rohit and Abhin attempt to break down the movies of arguably his most successful 5 years, i.e. '97-'01 (well, we tried to stick to it).
C-c-c-come join us.
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This week, Abhin and Rohit muse on the mechanics of the macabre, as they wade through the unnerving yet fascinating landscape that is Ari Aster's mind. We recommend you sit down for this one.
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Whether it made them ask the parents if they could sleep in their bed or even check under their own as they left the night light on...this week, Abhin and Rohit walk down a dark and spooky memory lane to relive the works that introduced them to fear.
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Kentaro Miura passed away on the 6th of May 2021. He was a big influence on Abhin. This minisode is his way of offering tribute. Rest in Peace, good sir.
Times are hard, and there's so much bringing you down. But don't worry, we have movies to lift you up! Here are a few rays of cinematic sunshine to brighten up your day.
Score credits:
Infinite Stream- A Window To The Past-[Originally performed by John Williams]
Javier Cliff- Heroes-[Originally performed by David Bowie]
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Join us for episode 5 as we DEEP DIVE into this little indie film called Titanic, how it CRASHED into theatres, whose careers it kept AFLOAT, how an entire generation SHIPPED two yet-to-be-stars, and how SALINE Dion created an anthem that will...ahem, go on.
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In this week's episode, we look at renowned director Vishal Bhardwaj's acclaimed Shakespearan Trilogy. From Maqbool to Omkara to Haider, we deep dive into each film to give you our thoughts on what worked, what didn't, and what completely caught us by surprise. It promises to be a fun one.
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In episode 3, we jump straight into the works of director Guy Ritchie, tracing his journey from the early days of Lock, Stock, and Two Smoking Barrels to his mega-hit Aladdin. Hop in for the ride; it promises to be a fun one.
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In episode two, we take a look at both cuts of the Justice League, discussing what we loved, what we hated, and what we thought was fabulously.. 'meh.'
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In the first of a two-part episode series, we look at some of Zack Snyder's earlier works and his involvement in the early days of the DCEU.
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