Entertainment of Excellence Podcast: Recent Episodes
Entertainment of Excellence
A few guys reviewing: Film. TV. All of it.
No fuss, no nonsense, exactly what it says on the tin. We focus on films and TV shows for our main segment, but also discuss anything ranging from music to video games to other podcasts in our recommendations section. In our Submissions Spotlight section, fans can send us in their work to be reviewed live on air. We don't edit our episodes except to keep them clean, because we aim to have a more laid back atmosphere, just like chatting to your friends.
Episodes are streamed on YouTube then released every week on Sunday at 6PM UK time.
In this episode we watch the Tarkovsky classic Mirror (1975). Described as a "cinematic poem" it is presented as a series of seemingly unconnected memories. Listen to us REFLECT on it, and you may SEE DOUBLE of one of the ratings, but what is the rating? And who gave it? A true mystery that can only be solved by listening to this episode!
Want to be featured on the podcast? Send us your short film / music / book / poem and we'll feature you on our SUBMISSIONS SPOTLIGHT section. We'll talk about your work giving some constructive criticism to help you get even better, then link it in the description. Free promo innit.
TIMESTAMPS:TBD
Music by Ben Stinson & Thom Sweeney
Audio engineered by Ben Stinson at Longwater Productions
https://longwaterproductions.com
WEBSITE: https://entertainmentofexcellence.weebly.com
INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/eofepodcast
TIKTOK: https://tiktok.com/eofepodcastWATCH M (WITH ENGLISH SUBTITLES): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TdSL9FvCv0U
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This week we review the... movie(??) Khraniteli (Хранители), aka USSR Lord of the Rings. Broadcast just once in 1991 by Leningrad Television, this masterpiece was thought to be lost media until some lovely person just went and found it didn't they? So yeah, low budget Soviet Lord of the Rings. Oh boy. Well technically it's just The Fellowship of the Ring. Hard to spoil really because everything gets set up then never paid off. In other news Tolkien is turning in his grave. IT HAS TOM BOMBADIL THOUGH!!!!!
Want to be featured on the podcast? Send us your short film / music / book / poem and we'll feature you on our SUBMISSIONS SPOTLIGHT section. We'll talk about your work giving some constructive criticism to help you get even better, then link it in the description. Free promo innit.
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - Intro0:45 - Synopsis2:50 - Visual style and sets12:01 - Deagol and Smeagol, music, and character introductions16:32 - Sequels and comparisons to Peter Jackson/ books24:05 - Budget and Tom Bombadil27:39 - WOKE???!!!29:56 - Soundtrack and lost media37:30 - Saruman, breaking fourth wall, and script economy42:01 - Overview and ratings47:41 - Submissions spotlight50:41 - Thom's recommendation53:58 - Ben's recommendation57:58 - Ollie's recommendation1:03:33 - Outro
Music by Ben Stinson & Thom Sweeney
Audio engineered by Ben Stinson at Longwater Productions
https://longwaterproductions.com
WEBSITE: https://entertainmentofexcellence.weebly.com
INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/eofepodcast
TIKTOK: https://tiktok.com/eofepodcast
WATCH KHRANETELI (with English subtitles):
Part 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hZh7nwEUOeg
Part 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tS6RZg_AqaY
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It's been 3 years since Daft Punk announced their split with their infamous Epilogue video. But did you know it's just a clip from a feature length avant-garde scifi movie the band released in 2007? Sure, but you didn't know that it doesn't feature a single Daft Punk track right? Ah but did you know Thomas Bangalter read 500 issues of American Cinematographer to prepare for directing it? Ok ok, but you definitely didn't know that Daft Punk rhymes with "shaft monk" and "laughed drunk" right? Yep thought so. Well you've got some catching up to do - just watch the bloody episode you cretin.
We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us!
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - Intro0:52 - Start of spoiler-free discussion2:26 - Pacing6:15 - Themes/ interpretations11:00 - Distinct characterisations16:19 - Music, sound design, and cinematography23:57 - SPOILER discussion31:59 - Sand dune scenes and Daft Punk36:28 - Initial reception38:00 - Overview and ratings42:29 - Submissions spotlight44:46 - Thom's recommendation47:32 - Ben's recommendation50:26 - Ollie's recommendation54:00 - Outro
Music by Ben Stinson & Thom Sweeney
Audio engineered by Ben Stinson at Longwater Productions
https://longwaterproductions.com
WEBSITE: https://entertainmentofexcellence.weebly.com
INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/eofepodcast
TIKTOK: https://tiktok.com/eofepodcastWATCH DAFT PUNK'S ELECTROMA: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0faPZ8fv3Cs
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In this episode we discuss the 2004 Bollywood style rom-com musical(ish) Bride and Prejudice. Do we enjoy the high energy outlandishness? Do we think it's outlandish enough? I can't remember, we recorded this a while ago, but you can find out right now! How? By listening to the episode you plonker.
We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us!
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - Intro1:13 - Synopsis5:23 - Bollywood/ British and pacing10:23 - Aesthetic, songs and Mr Darcy13:44 - Acting and budget19:40 - Editing and presentation of India/ class27:12 - Too many story threads + lyrics/ dancing31:32 - Was it bad, montage and Adam Sandler36:49 - Overview and ratings41:29 - Submissions Spotlight42:18 - Would you rather (43:47 - The Incident)51:38 - Group recommendation56:20 - Outro
Music by Ben Stinson & Thom Sweeney
Audio engineered by Ben Stinson at Longwater Productions
https://longwaterproductions.com
WEBSITE: https://entertainmentofexcellence.weebly.com
INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/eofepodcast
TIKTOK: https://tiktok.com/eofepodcastWATCH BRIDE & PREJUDICE: https://www.justwatch.com/uk/movie/bride-and-prejudice
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In this week's episode we watch Jacque Tati's Playtime (1967). It is often considered a masterpiece of comedy cinema but did we go haha hoohoo? Did Ben notice all the reflections? Did Thom dash about on the office chair? And will Ollie ever find that briefcase containing all the money we made from the Kangaroo Jack episode? Tune in and find out you numpties!
We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us!
TIMESTAMPS:TBD
Music by Ben Stinson & Thom Sweeney
Audio engineered by Ben Stinson at Longwater Productions
https://longwaterproductions.com
WEBSITE: https://entertainmentofexcellence.weebly.com
INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/eofepodcast
TIKTOK: https://tiktok.com/eofepodcastWATCH MIRROR: https://www.justwatch.com/uk/movie/playtime
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In this episode we discuss the often overlooked Charlie Kaufman film Anomalisa (2015) looking at a sad velvet middle aged man. Do we enjoy the intimate look at animated David Thewlis? Are all three of us voiced by Tom Noonan? Does Jennifer Jason Leigh play you, the listener? Jolly well tune in and find out then! Honestly, some people.
TIMESTAMPS:TBD
Music by Ben Stinson & Thom Sweeney
Audio engineered by Ben Stinson at Longwater Productions
https://longwaterproductions.com
WEBSITE: https://entertainmentofexcellence.weebly.com
INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/eofepodcast
TIKTOK: https://tiktok.com/eofepodcastWATCH ANOMALISA: https://www.justwatch.com/uk/movie/anomalisa
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In this episode we watch the Tarkovsky classic Mirror (1975). Described as a "cinematic poem" it is presented as a series of seemingly unconnected memories. Listen to us REFLECT on it, and you may SEE DOUBLE of one of the ratings, but what is the rating? And who gave it? A true mystery that can only be solved by listening to this episode!
We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us!
TIMESTAMPS:TBD
Music by Ben Stinson & Thom Sweeney
Audio engineered by Ben Stinson at Longwater Productions
https://longwaterproductions.com
WEBSITE: https://entertainmentofexcellence.weebly.com
INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/eofepodcast
TIKTOK: https://tiktok.com/eofepodcastWATCH MIRROR: https://www.justwatch.com/uk/movie/mirror-1975
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The time has come for the clash of the titans as we review the movie phenomenon that is #Barbenheimer. Who comes out first in this race of grey vs pink? Do we prefer the haunting biopic or the colourful romp? When interviewing each flick they said "Now I am become movie, entertainer of excellence".We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us!TIMESTAMPS:0:00 - Intro0:50 - Barbenheimer order2:24 - Barbie synopsis4:42 - Barbie initial impressions8:56 - Mattel critique and performances13:54 - Barbieland vs real world18:03 - Criticisms25:05 - Intended demographic28:16 - Cinematic references29:11 - Insight from a SPECIAL GUEST!?!?38:07 - Barbie rating40:20 - Oppenheimer synopsis41:05 - Oppenheimer opening, pacing, and music46:10 - Trinity test, ending, and horror aspects50:45 - Unconventional take on the biopic and balanced look59:09 - Third act1:05:52 - Thom's big criticism1:07:56 - Oppenheimer rating1:13:30 - Barbenheimer experience1:20:33 - OutroBarbenheimer logo by Andrewvm on DeviantArt
Music by Ben Stinson & Thom Sweeney
Audio engineered by Ben Stinson at Longwater Productions
https://longwaterproductions.com
WEBSITE: https://entertainmentofexcellence.weebly.com
INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/eofepodcast
TIKTOK: https://tiktok.com/eofepodcast
WATCH BARBIE: https://www.justwatch.com/uk/movie/barbie-2023
WATCH OPPENHEIMER: https://www.justwatch.com/uk/movie/oppenheimer
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In this episode we watch the indie movie A Ghost Story (2017) from the "le underrated gem" studio A24 and we all definitely love it with no disagreements.We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us!TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - Intro0:44 - Synopsis2:12 - Pacing and pie scene5:19 - Theme changing and character dynamics11:14 - Second half of the film19:54 - Cinematography24:43 - Thom's criticisms and themes of slow dread29:30 - Acting32:53 - More cinematography and a ghost tory38:00 - Music, sound, and ghost tropes43:23 - Overview and ratings49:10 - Submissions Spotlight50:55 - Thom's recommendations55:01 - Ben's recommendations + bonus Thom recommendation1:00:05 - Ollie's recommendation1:02:39 - Outro
Music by Ben Stinson & Thom Sweeney
Audio engineered by Ben Stinson at Longwater Productions
https://longwaterproductions.com
WEBSITE: https://entertainmentofexcellence.weebly.com
INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/eofepodcast
TIKTOK: https://tiktok.com/eofepodcastWATCH A GHOST STORY: https://www.justwatch.com/uk/movie/a-ghost-story
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In this episode we review the 2023 season of Black Mirror, Black Mirror Season 6. Which is our favourite episode? Is the sci-fi good? Will we have a consistent rating system? Watch to find out! We need that juicy watch time more than Netflix does.
We also talk about our submission this week, the queer, indie, fantasy romp The Butterfly Queen (2022), which you can find out more about on Instagram @butterflyqfilm
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - Intro2:41 - Black Mirror4:32 - Joan is Awful Discussion13:00 - Loch Henry Discussion21:54 - Beyond the Sea Discussion33:29 - Mazey Day Discussion42:40 - Demon 79 Discussion51:24 - Overall thoughts and ratings59:03 - Submissions Spotlight (Butterfly Queen)1:10:21 - Thom's recommendations1:11:05 - Ollie's recommendations1:11:42 - Ben's recommendations1:13:19 - OutroMusic by Ben Stinson & Thom Sweeney
Audio engineered by Ben Stinson at Longwater Productions
https://longwaterproductions.com
WEBSITE: https://entertainmentofexcellence.weebly.com
INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/eofepodcast
TIKTOK: https://tiktok.com/eofepodcastWATCH BLACK MIRROR:
https://www.justwatch.com/uk/tv-series/black-mirrorWATCH THE BUTTERFLY QUEEN:
https://walrusdice.com
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In this episode we watch the 2013 sci-fi film Her, starring Joaquin Phoenix and Scarlett Johansson. Do we fall in love with our own computers over the course of the episode? Listen and find out you insignificant human!We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us!TIMESTAMPS:0:00 - Intro1:35 - Synopsis3:33 - Theodore/Amy relationship and themes of human experience10:20 - Sci-Fi concepts, presentation of AI and trivia17:41 - Colours and casting/ acting24:26 - Budget and awkward scenes/ loneliness34:33 - Ideas about attraction/ affection38:30 - Music40:21 - Overview and ratings44:18 - Submissions Spotlight49:13 - Ben's recommendation50:21 - Thom's recommendations53:00 - OutroMusic by Ben Stinson & Thom Sweeney
Audio engineered by Ben Stinson at Longwater Productions
https://longwaterproductions.comWEBSITE: https://entertainmentofexcellence.weebly.comINSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/eofepodcastTWITTER: https://twitter.com/eofepodcastWATCH HER:https://www.justwatch.com/uk/movie/her
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In our 60th episode, we review Christopher Nolan's first feature film Following (1998). The plot follows aspiring writer Bill who follows people to discover more about their lives when he is taken under the wing of a burglar. Can we wrap our heads around the non-chronological order? What do we think of what was accomplished with the micro budget? Are there any recommendations? I already know, but you'll have to tune in to find out obviously.
We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us!
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - Intro
0:54 - Synopsis, non-chronological order and comparisons
9:22 - Noir style and budget
17:07 - Acting and themes
22:28 - Pacing, running time and music
26:51 - Writing, ending and violence
32:00 - Crazy Credit and chronological cut
35:24 - Overview and rating
40:28 - Submissions Spotlight
42:42 - Thom's recommendation
43:41 - Ben's recommendation
46:31 - Ollie's recommendations
52:57 - Outro
Audio engineered by Ben Stinson at Longwater Productions
Music by Ben Stinson & Thom Sweeney
WEBSITE: https://entertainmentofexcellence.weebly.com
INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/eofepodcast
TWITTER: https://twitter.com/eofepodcast
WATCH FOLLOWING:
https://www.justwatch.com/uk/movie/following
In our 59th episode we go to hell. That's it. Enjoy!
We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us!
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - Intro
1:00 - Synopsis
2:40 - Betty and 2 good jokes
6:04 - Gord 'character development', editing issues and pacing
24:06 - Tom Green prank and setups
28:14 - Character of parents, casting and budget
33:48 - Music, moments of promise, and predictable moments
37:29 - Cartoon sequence
38:14 - Overview and ratings
43:11 - Submissions Spotlight
43:22 - Thom's recommendation
46:34 - Ollie's recommendation
51:20 - Ben's recommendation
53:05 - Outro
Audio engineered by Ben Stinson at Longwater Productions
Music by Ben Stinson & Thom Sweeney
WEBSITE: https://entertainmentofexcellence.weebly.com
INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/eofepodcast
TWITTER: https://twitter.com/eofepodcast
WATCH FREDDY GOT FINGERED:
Don't.
In our 58th episode we take a look at the George Lucas classic Star W- I mean Indian- sorry, American Graffiti (1973). The film follows a group of teenagers as they prepare to move on from their high school life and search for what is really important to them. This one split us a bit so could be an interesting listen, especially if you're into the sound of Ben ripping Thom's spinal column through his throat. Well at least Thom knew the names of the characters smh my head.
We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us!
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - Intro
0:45 - Synopsis
3:07 - Characters and comedy
10:20 - Pacing, nostalgia and George Lucas
14:27 - Script, acting and low budget
22:53 - Music and ending
28:06 - Criticisms, cinematography and other characters
41:41 - Overview and ratings
46:59 - Submissions Spotlight
55:56 - Thom's recommendations
59:07 - Ollie's recommendation
1:04:24 - Ben's recommendation
1:09:09 - Outro
Audio engineered by Ben Stinson at Longwater Productions
Music by Ben Stinson & Thom Sweeney
WEBSITE: https://entertainmentofexcellence.weebly.com
INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/eofepodcast
TWITTER: https://twitter.com/eofepodcast
WATCH AMERICAN GRAFFITI:
https://www.justwatch.com/uk/movie/american-graffiti
In our 57th Episode, we review the classic 1968 sci-fi film 2001: A Space Odyssey, written and directed by Stanley Kubrick. Listen as we delve into the expansive themes, beautiful cinematography and spectacular special effects. Could this be our favourite film so far? Listen and find out!
We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us!
Audio engineered by Ben
Music by Thom & Ben
WEBSITE: https://entertainmentofexcellence.weebly.com
INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/eofepodcast
TWITTER: https://twitter.com/eofepodcast
WATCH 2001 A SPACE ODYSSEY:
https://www.justwatch.com/uk/movie/2001-a-space-odyssey
BUY 2001 A SPACE ODYSSEY DVD/BLU-RAY:
https://amzn.to/3qJUQdB
In our 56th episode we take a trip back to when the podcast first re-emerged and review A Quiet Place Part II (2020). We actually managed to watch this one in cinemas so you can hear us talk about the experience of going back to a movie theatre, and our thoughts on how the sequel holds up to the original. Stay to the end to hear the objectively correct rating we give it and like and subscribe or else.
We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us!
Audio engineered by Ben
Music by Thom & Ben
WEBSITE: https://entertainmentofexcellence.weebly.com
INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/eofepodcast
TWITTER: https://twitter.com/eofepodcast
WATCH A QUIET PLACE PART II:
https://www.justwatch.com/uk/movie/a-quiet-place-part-ii
BUY A QUIET PLACE PART II DVD/BLU-RAY:
https://amzn.to/2U6SFED
In our 55th episode, we review Chadwick Boseman's last film Ma Rainey's Black Bottom (2020). The story follows a blues band preparing to record some songs, and the tensions that arise between the characters. Tune in to find out what we thought of the explosive performances, great dialogue, and questionable pacing.
We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us!
Audio engineered by Ben
Music by Thom & Ben
WEBSITE: https://entertainmentofexcellence.weebly.com
INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/eofepodcast
TWITTER: https://twitter.com/eofepodcast
WATCH MA RAINEY'S BLACK BOTTOM:
https://www.netflix.com/title/81100780
In our 54th episode we review the 1993 thriller Falling Down, directed by Joel Schumacher and starring Michael Douglas. We like the premise of the downfall of a 'normal' guy, but can we stay passionate about the film? Tune in to hear our thoughts and some exclusive trivia. There may also be some recommendations if you stay on your best behaviour.
We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us!
Audio engineered by Ben
Music by Thom & Ben
WEBSITE: https://entertainmentofexcellence.weebly.com
INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/eofepodcast
TWITTER: https://twitter.com/eofepodcast
WATCH FALLING DOWN:
https://www.justwatch.com/uk/movie/falling-down
BUY FALLING DOWN DVD/BLU-RAY:
https://amzn.to/3uApZQO
In our 53rd episode, we take on the monumental task of reviewing and ranking every episode of the animated sci-fi anthology Love Death & Robots (2019 - ) created by Tim Miller. There may be some clashes and intense drama when our lists don't match each other, so tune in to find out if one of us is beaten to death!
We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us!
Audio engineered by Ben
Music by Thom & Ben
WEBSITE: https://entertainmentofexcellence.weebly.com
INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/eofepodcast
TWITTER: https://twitter.com/eofepodcast
WATCH LOVE, DEATH & ROBOTS:
https://www.netflix.com/title/80174608
In our 52nd episode, we watch the superior Joker from 1991, a Swedish comedy crime film. Will it be complete and utter rubbish or will it surprise us? I don't know why I'm asking because I already know, but you don't. So listen and find out you goof! We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us!
Audio engineered by Ben
Music by Thom & Ben
WEBSITE: https://entertainmentofexcellence.weebly.com
INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/eofepodcast
TWITTER: https://twitter.com/eofepodcast
WATCH JOKER:
https://www.justwatch.com/uk/movie/joker-1991
BUY JOKER DVD/BLU-RAY:
idk look in a charity shop or something
In our 51st episode, we watch the David Fincher thriller The Game (1997). It follows Michael Douglas as an out of touch millionaire who gets involved with a mysterious company who runs twisted games for rich people. Be sure to tune in for half an hour of us being annoyed at the ending, and another half an hour of infinite recommendations. We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us!
Audio engineered by Ben
Music by Thom & Ben
WEBSITE: https://entertainmentofexcellence.weebly.com
INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/eofepodcast
TWITTER: https://twitter.com/eofepodcast
WATCH THE GAME:
https://www.justwatch.com/uk/movie/the-game
BUY THE GAME DVD/BLU-RAY:
https://amzn.to/33vS54B
Welcome to our 50th episode bonanza! It features the highlights of the last 49 episodes as we have a retrospective compilation plus a bonus Q&A. You’ll laugh, you’ll cry (not guaranteed), but more importantly, you’ll hear answers to the burning questions submitted by you – the fans! So sit back, relax, switch off your phone, then switch it back on again so you can actually listen to the episode you buffoon!
Audio engineered by Ben
Music by Thom & Ben
WEBSITE: https://entertainmentofexcellence.weebly.com
INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/eofepodcast
TWITTER: https://twitter.com/eofepodcast
In our 49th episode we review the David Fincher Thriller Gone Girl (2014). The film - written by Gillian Flynn - follows Nick Dunne (Ben Affleck) as he searches for his missing wife (Rosamund Pike) while trying to keep himself off the suspect list. Tune in to hear us talk about the heavy themes brought by this film and probably gush about the great plot. Or maybe we hated it. Only way to find out is to listen, so do that. Please. Actually I'm not asking, this is an order. Listen now or be shot on sight. We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us!
Audio engineered by Ben
Music by Thom & Ben
WEBSITE: https://entertainmentofexcellence.weebly.com
INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/eofepodcast
TWITTER: https://twitter.com/eofepodcast
WATCH GONE GIRL:
https://www.justwatch.com/uk/movie/gone-girl
BUY GONE GIRL DVD/BLU-RAY:
https://amzn.to/3rLDYlA
In our 48th episode we watch the amazing, the hilarious, the hot? Howard the Duck (1986) starring Lea Thompson, Jeffrey Jones and many, many Howards. Revel in our pain as we relive this maddening experience of a talking duck from another world and all his quips and mischievous deeds. Get ready for heads in hands and exasperated criticisms! And get ready for duck. Funny. Duck. Ha. Ha. We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us!
Audio engineered by Ben
Music by Thom & Ben
WEBSITE: https://entertainmentofexcellence.weebly.com
INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/eofepodcast
TWITTER: https://twitter.com/eofepodcast
WATCH HOWARD THE DUCK:
https://www.justwatch.com/uk/movie/howard-the-duck
BUY HOWARD THE DUCK DVD/BLU-RAY:
https://amzn.to/3qy2MNd
In our 47th episode, we review the film Malcolm & Marie (2021), written and directed by Sam Levinson. Starring Zendaya and John David Washington, this was the first film to be fully produced during the national lockdown in America and looks at the relationship between a film maker and his girlfriend while taking very explicit jabs at movie critics. We were obviously very hurt by these comments, but it’s ok, we’re strong, you don’t need to feel sympathy for us. Ben cried for 2 hours afterwards but he’s calmed down now. We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us!
Audio engineered by Ben
Music by Thom & Ben
WEBSITE: https://entertainmentofexcellence.weebly.com
INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/eofepodcast
TWITTER: https://twitter.com/eofepodcast
WATCH MALCOLM & MARIE:
https://www.netflix.com/title/81344370
In our 46th episode, we review the Comedy film Tag (2018), starring Ed Helms, Jon Hamm and Jeremy Renner. The movie follows a group of men who have been playing a game of tag for 30 years as they try to tag their friend who has never been ‘it’. Tune in to hear our thoughts on whether this is good and discuss some very strange themes that arise over the film’s runtime. Also, there’s all that extra stuff we do at the end like giving you juicy stuff to watch/listen to. Come slurp it up! I’m sorry that was inappropriate, Ben edit this bit out. Ah whatever, no one reads this anyway. Not even Ben. Screw you, Ben! Also, recommendations? We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us!
Audio engineered by Ben
Music by Thom & Ben
WEBSITE: https://entertainmentofexcellence.weebly.com
INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/eofepodcast
TWITTER: https://twitter.com/eofepodcast
WATCH TAG:
https://www.justwatch.com/uk/movie/tag-2018
BUY TAG DVD/BLU-RAY:
https://amzn.to/30HfyOZ
In our 45th episode, we review the Jordan Peele horror, Us (2019), starring Lupita Nyong'o and Winston Duke. The film asks the classic horror question, what happens when you are hunted by yourself? We’ll talk about the highs, lows and our first experience with a Jordan Peele horror (I know, we haven’t seen Get Out, what an outrage).Maybe later on in the episode you’ll get some snazzy recommendations too, but no promises!
Audio engineered by Ben
Music by Thom & Ben
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In our 44th episode we are reviewing the Russell T. Davies drama It’s A Sin (2021) starring Olly Alexander, Keeley Hawes and Lydia West. The drama follows a group of friends living through the London AIDS crisis in the 80s. Listen to our opinions on how sad and good it was to see if it is objectively good. Yes, our word is final. Also, recommendations?
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WATCH IT'S A SIN:
https://www.justwatch.com/uk/tv-series/its-a-sin
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In episode 43 of the podcast, we subject ourselves to the 2019 movie Polar, starring the beloved Mads Mikkelson. The film follows an ex-hitman who must fight his way to retirement. Unfortunately, Mikkelson was not able to save some of this movie’s problems which we talk about on the podcast as we normally do. It would be a bit weird if we didn’t talk about the films we watched wouldn’t it? Maybe this episode should just be 1 hour of silence, it would serve you right! Jk jk… unless?
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WATCH POLAR:
https://www.netflix.com/title/80223052
In today's episode we review the (long awaited?) Sharkboy and Lavagirl sequel, We Can Be Heroes (2020), written, directed and produced by Robert Rodriguez. As well as being the Narcos reunion we all wanted (with stars Pedro Pascal and Boyd Holbrook), the film follows a group of superheroes’ kids as they try to save their parents and the world. Is it good? That’s the wrong question. The real question is ‘How bad is it?’ Well listen and find out you plonker!
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WATCH WE CAN BE HEROES:
https://www.netflix.com/title/80994666
In our 41st episode, we review a TV series for the first time in 33 episodes! The show in question is the 2018 horror-drama The Haunting of Hill House. Listen to us recall how much the director Mike Flanagan spooked us; experience our appreciation for the acting of stars such as Victoria Pedretti, Oliver Jackson-Cohen, and Henry Thomas and maybe we will complain about jump scares which is what everyone seems to do nowadays. After the main segment, will you be struck in terror as we actually have a submissions spotlight? No. But listen anyway, pretty please?
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WATCH THE HAUNTING OF HILL HOUSE:
https://www.netflix.com/title/80189221
In our 40th episode, we discuss the Boots Riley film Sorry to Bother You (2018), starring LaKeith Stanfield and Tessa Thompson. Join us as we explore its surreal satire of modern business and working conditions and decide if it was good or a bit too strange. Get ready for a group of white guys talking about race issues and bafflement at the movie's inclusion of a bunch of human-horse hybrids called Equipsapiens. We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us!
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WATCH SORRY TO BOTHER YOU:
https://www.justwatch.com/uk/movie/sorry-to-bother-you
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In our 39th episode, we review the 1998 sci-fi, comedy drama The Truman Show, directed by Peter Weir and written by Andrew Niccol. The story follows Truman Burbank (Jim Carrey) who begins to realise his whole life has been controlled by a mysterious organisation and broadcast across the globe in a TV show like no other. We really liked it, did you like it? We don’t care! Also, maybe there will be recommendations or something, and, if you’re lucky, Thom will get bullied. We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us!
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WATCH THE TRUMAN SHOW:
https://www.justwatch.com/uk/movie/the-truman-show
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In today’s episode, we watch the Sci-Fi Thriller Snowpiercer (2013), written and directed by Bong Joon Ho, and starring Chris Evans, John Hurt and Tilda Swinton. The film follows a revolt from the passengers at the back of a train holding the last of the human race as they fight for the privilege the people at the front experience. We liked it, but have a few gripes which you’ll have to listen to the episode to hear them. (Obviously).
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WATCH SNOWPIERCER:
https://www.justwatch.com/uk/movie/snowpiercer
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In our 37th episode, we dive into the deeply meta Adaptation. (2002), written by Charlie Kaufman, directed by Spike Jonze and starring Nicolas Cage and Meryl Streep. Is it good? Is it too pretentious? Is there a point? You’ll have to listen and find out then won’t you? Ugh, people are too demanding nowadays. We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us!
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WATCH ADAPTATION:
https://www.justwatch.com/uk/movie/adaptation
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In our 36th episode we lose our minds while discussing the innovative masterpiece Left Behind starring Nicolas Cage with what is possibly is greatest performance ever. The terrible – I mean amazing dialogue and special effects will astound anyone with functioning eyes and ears.
On another note, we have a submissions spotlight after quite a long run without one, namely Chrome (2020).
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WATCH LEFT BEHIND:
https://www.justwatch.com/uk/movie/left-behind
BUY LEFT BEHIND DVD/BLU-RAY:
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WATCH CHROME:
Amazon US: https://amzn.to/3nUoCKe
Vimeo On Demand (Worldwide): https://vimeo.com/ondemand/chromeseries
In a very Christmassy episode, we talk about the Oscar-nominated animated Netflix film Klaus, written and directed by Sergio Pablos and starring Jason Schwartzman, J.K. Simmons and Rashida Jones. The movie gives us a chance to talk about its festive themes of love, giving, and communication while we drool over its gorgeous animation. Will Ben bring us the longed-after Christmas present of a recommendation or will we be left with a lump of coal? Tune in to find out! We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us!
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WATCH KLAUS:
https://www.netflix.com/title/80183187
In our 34th episode, we watch the Drama-Thriller Room (2015), Directed by Lenny Abrahamson and starring Brie Larson and Jacob Tremblay, the film follows a woman who has been trapped and abused in a room for 7 years, leaving her with a 5 year old son who has never seen the outside world. We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us!
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WATCH ROOM:
https://www.justwatch.com/uk/movie/room
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In this episode we discuss Steve Mcqueen’s first feature film Hunger (2008) starring Michael Fassbender. The movie is an unflinching look at the life of IRA prisoners in the infamous Maze Prison, and their plan to stage a hunger strike, no matter the consequences. We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us!
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WATCH HUNGER:
https://www.justwatch.com/uk/movie/hunger-2008
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In this episode we review the 1967 mystery drama In the Heat of the Night, directed by Norman Jewison and starring Sidney Poitier and Rod Steiger, the plot follows a black homicide expert who faces discrimination while attempting to solve a murder in a hostile southern town. Thom remembers the Submissions Spotlight section for once! Which… we didn’t have anything for, but there are recommendations aplenty at the end of this episode, so set your week aside and get binging! We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us!
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WATCH IN THE HEAT OF THE NIGHT:
https://www.justwatch.com/uk/movie/in-the-heat-of-the-night
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For our 31st episode we watch and review the Sci-Fi animated film 9 (2009) which follows a rag doll that has awakened in a post-apocalyptic world who seeks the reason behind his existence while fighting off mechanical monsters. Directed by Shane Acker, starring Elijah Wood and produced by Tim Burton, this film has a unique dark tone, that is not often seen in the world of animation.
We finally have a Submissions Spotlight! We give our thoughts on the horror microfilm The 911 Call, by Gioia Jiles. Get in touch with us if you're a creator and want your work to be reviewed!
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WATCH 9:
https://www.justwatch.com/uk/movie/9-2009
BUY 9 DVD/BLU-RAY:
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WATCH THE 911 CALL:
https://youtu.be/grylkIDOk2k
For our 30th episode, we watch and review the 2016 comedy drama drama Captain Fantastic. Directed by Matt Ross and starring Viggo Mortenson and George MacKay, the plot follows a radical Marxist family who live in the woods who have to come to terms with the rest of society after the mother's suicide. We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us!
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WATCH CAPTAIN FANTASTIC: https://www.justwatch.com/uk/movie/captain-fantastic
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For our 29th episode, we're doing a Halloween special, but we decided to combine it with a terrible movie since we haven't done it in a while. Nobody asked for a Slender Man Movie in 2018, but we got one regardless, and it is one of the worst movies we've ever seen. Much like the effect Kangaroo Jack had on us, where we ended up questioning what actually made something comedic, this film made us question what actually builds tension, and how the writing could be so abysmal it passed quality checks. We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us!
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WATCH SLENDER MAN:
https://www.justwatch.com/uk/movie/slender-man
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For our 28th episode, we watch and review the 1940 animation Fantasia, produced by Walt Disney. The movie features 7 segments, all featuring colourful animations based on a piece of popular classical music, with a conductor who addresses the audience introducing each one. With appearances from Mickey Mouse, dinosaurs, Greek mythological figures and more, the animation was groundbreaking for its time, especially given each frame was hand drawn. We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us!
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WATCH FANTASIA:
https://www.justwatch.com/uk/movie/fantasia
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For our 27th episode, we watch and review the 2019 Netflix Original crime drama The Irishman, directed by Martin Scorsese. Based on the true story of hitman Frank Sheeran, the three-hour movie follows his journey from a humble truck driver to the right hand man of Jimmy Hoffa, a powerful politician. The film also stars cast of seasoned crime actors including Robert de Niro, Al Pacino and Joe Pesci. We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us!
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WATCH THE IRISHMAN: https://www.netflix.com/title/80175798
For our 26th episode, we watch and review the 2018 sci-fi thriller Upgrade, written and directed by Leigh Whannell. The plot follows Grey Trace, a mechanic in a futuristic cyberpunk world, who gets paralysed after a mugging which leaves his wife dead. An experimental operation fuses his body with an AI called STEM, which allows him to walk and "upgrades" him to be a perfect fighter, but the lines as to who is really in control blur as the movie progresses. We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us!
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WATCH UPGRADE:https://www.justwatch.com/uk/movie/upgrade
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For our 25th episode, to celebrate having reached this milestone, we go back through our older episodes, re-rating our 2018 ones because our views have changed since then. We also show off our impressive display of failed intros, and answer fan-submitted questions. Thanks for sticking with us this far, and we hope we'll be doing another one of these for our 50th episode!
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For our 24th episode, we watch and review the 2014 thriller Nightcrawler, written and directed by Dan Gilroy. It stars Jake Gyllenhaal as Lou, a freelance stringer who records accidents and sells them to a TV network. The film explores the corruption and moral issues behind news editing and journalism, and Lou himself is a character study into sociopathy and how unemployment changes a person. We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us!
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WATCH NIGHTCRAWLER: https://www.justwatch.com/uk/movie/nightcrawler
BUY NIGHTCRAWLER DVD/BLU-RAY: https://amzn.to/2GhNdYM
In our 23rd episode, we watch and review the Netflix original The Two Popes, directed by Fernando Meirelles and based on the play of the same name by Anthony McCarten. The plot, based on a true story, follows Pope Benedict XVI (played by Anthony Hopkins) attempting to change the mind of Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio, who wants to resign as an archbishop. Later, Bergoglio in 2013 became elected Pope of the Catholic Church and named Pope Francis. We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us!
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WATCH THE TWO POPES:
https://www.netflix.com/title/80174451
For our 22nd episode, we watch and review the Netflix original I'm Thinking of Ending Things, written and directed by Charlie Kaufman and based on the book of the same name by Iain Reid. Starring Jesse Plemons and Jessie Buckley, the plot follows a young woman on a roadtrip with her boyfriend Jake to meet his parents, but nothing is as it seems and as the story progresses both the woman and the viewer begin to lose grip on what is actually real. Our discussion involves our interpretation and explanation of the surreal ending and compare it to the novel's, and how it uses a 4:3 aspect ratio and other techniques to create tension. We also touch on the Academy Awards' new representation and inclusion requirements for films to be considered for the Oscars - most headlines about this are clickbait, and the actual standards are very reasonable and a step in the right direction for the industry. We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us!
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WATCH I'M THINKING OF ENDING THINGS: https://www.netflix.com/title/80211559
OSCARS DIVERSITY STANDARDS: https://bit.ly/2DVwhGs
For our 21st episode, we watch and review the 1988 surrealist musical It Couldn't Happen Here, with music by and starring the Pet Shop Boys. Directed by Jack Bond, the film is based on music from the band's first two albums Please and Actually, and instead of focusing on a coherent narrative structure it instead opts for a collection of surreal scenes and bizzare dialogue that doesn't make much sense. Band members Neil Tennant and Chris Lowe play various versions of themselves in different scenarios, and the film guest stars Joss Ackland and Barbara Windsor. We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us!
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WATCH IT COULDN'T HAPPEN HERE: https://bit.ly/3lPKTbp
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BFI: https://bit.ly/32X2pSB
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Welcome to "Entertainment of Excellence", the podcast where we review: Film. TV. All of it. No fuss, no nonsense, exactly what it says on the tin. We focus on films and TV shows for our main segment, but also discuss anything ranging from music to art to poetry in our recommendations section. In our Submissions Spotlight section, fans can send us in their work to be reviewed live on air. We don't edit our episodes except to keep them clean, because we aim to have a more laid back atmosphere, just like chatting to your friends. We started this podcast for fun as a hobby. We are not sponsored or endorsed in any way (we’re not well enough known for that!), so the only bias we may have is our personal views.
Our episodes (usually about an hour long) consist of us reviewing a film, outlining the plot, discussing strengths and weaknesses and rating it out of ten. We then provide recommendations, not necessarily limited to film or TV. All of these are included in the main episode, which we stream live at 4PM British Time every Sunday on our YouTube channel, and then upload to many other platforms.
We hope you enjoy the podcast, any feedback or criticism is warmly welcomed.
- Ollie, Thom & Ben
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We're finally on our twentieth episode, and to commemorate this achievement we suffer through one of the worst movies we have ever seen. Watching and reviewing the 2003 comedy Kangaroo Jack was not just painful, it made us question what comedy really is. The script follows the misadventures of two stupid Americans, Louis (Anthony Anderson) and Charlie (Jerry O'Connell) as they chase an animated Kangaroo wearing a jacket with $50K in it throughout Australia. Christopher Walken also surprisingly makes an appearance as mafia boss Sal Maggio. We discuss the false advertising, inappropriate tone and lack of comedic factor amongst other things, and are left utterly exhausted by the end. We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us!
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WATCH KANGAROO JACK: https://www.justwatch.com/uk/movie/kangaroo-jack
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Our nineteenth episode in which we watch and review the 1998 psychological drama The Interview, directed by Craig Monahan. Starring Hugo Weaving as Fleming and Tony Martin as Detective Steele, the film centres around a lengthy interrogation regarding a stolen car and a missing person, but the tables quickly turn and it becomes less obvious who is really being hunted. We give our analysis of the themes and our opinions. We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us!
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WATCH THE INTERVIEW: https://www.justwatch.com/uk/movie/the-interview-1998
BUY THE INTERVIEW DVD/BLU-RAY: https://amzn.to/34ou29s
Our eighteenth episode in which we watch and review the Coen Brothers movie No Country for Old Men, based on the book of the same name. The plot centres around Llewelyn Moss (Josh Brolin), a hunter from Texas in 1980 who stumbles across a drug deal gone wrong and takes two million dollars worth of money, and becomes hunted by hitman Anton Chigurh (Javier Bardem) as Sheriff Ed Tom Bell (Tommy Lee Jones) attempts to pick up the pieces. We discuss and analyse the film's themes of fate and chance and the distinctive monologues amongst other things. We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us!
Music by Thom & Ben
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WATCH NO COUNTRY FOR OLD MEN: https://www.justwatch.com/uk/movie/no-country-for-old-men
BUY NO COUNTRY FOR OLD MEN DVD/BLU-RAY: https://amzn.to/33Yrhvh
Our seventeenth episode in which we watch and review the award-winning 2019 Netflix Original film Marriage Story, directed by Noah Baumbach and starring Adam Driver and Scarlett Johansson. The script follows the grueling divorce between a director and his actress wife, detailing the legal process and the many arguments. We give our analysis and opinions. For our Submissions Spotlight section, we review the novel "Maledicus: The Investigative Paranormal Society" by author Charles F. French. Get in touch with us if you're a creator and want your work to be reviewed!
Music by Thom & Ben
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INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/eofepodcast
TWITTER: https://twitter.com/eofepodcast
WATCH MARRIAGE STORY: https://www.netflix.com/title/80223779
BUY MARRIAGE STORY DVD/BLU-RAY: https://amzn.to/2BPB3nR
READ/BUY MALEDICUS: https://amzn.to/3gpGnh0
Our sixteenth episode in which we watch and review the notoriously terrible 1953 B-Movie, Robot Monster, directed by Phil Tucker. In this attempt at sci-fi horror from the 50s, a family of five are the only humans left on planet earth, with the rest having been destroyed by Ro-Man - an alien monster whose only goal is to wipe out the human race. We discuss the film's laughable dialogue, struggle to find positives, and compare it to Birdemic and Mile 22. We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us!
Music by Thom & Ben
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WATCH ROBOT MONSTER: https://www.justwatch.com/uk/movie/robot-monster
BUY ROBOT MONSTER DVD/BLU-RAY: https://amzn.to/32Hrcf6
Our fifteenth episode in which we watch and review the biographical film The Social Network, directed by David Fincher, which documents the life of Mark Zuckerberg, the founding of Facebook and some of the lawsuits that followed. It stars Jesse Eisenberg as a young Mark Zuckerberg, who creates a website called Facemash that rates photos of female students at Harvard, which leads to the founding of Facebook. We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us!
Music by Thom & Ben
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INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/eofepodcast
TWITTER: https://twitter.com/eofepodcast
WATCH THE SOCIAL NETWORK: https://www.justwatch.com/uk/movie/the-social-network
BUY THE SOCIAL NETWORK DVD/BLU-RAY: https://amzn.to/2CjzCOI
Our fourteenth episode in which we watch and review the Russian cult classic Stalker, directed by Andrei Tarkovsky and based on the novel Roadside Picnic by the Strugatsky brothers. The premise is simple - the film takes place in the "Zone"; in the distant future, society as we know it has been destroyed, and the protagonist, known as the "Stalker" is leading a professor and a writer to the "Room", a place supposedly where the wishes of whoever enters it are granted. We discuss the filmmaking, themes and motifs and give our own analysis of what the film means to us. We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us!
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WATCH STALKER: https://www.justwatch.com/uk/movie/stalker-1979
BUY STALKER DVD/BLU-RAY: https://amzn.to/38JBoo8
Music by Thom & Ben.
Our thirteenth episode in which we watch and review the psychological thriller You Were Never Really Here, based on the Johnathan Ames book of the same name. The movie stars Joaquin Phoenix and Ekatarina Samsonov, and was directed by Lynne Ramsay. The plot follows a mercenary called Joe who suffers from PTSD, who rescues trafficked young girls. He is hired by a State senator to rescue his daughter and destroy a trafficking network by any means necessary. We discuss the film, its themes and harrowing portrayal of mental illness, and give recommendations. We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us!
WATCH YOU WERE NEVER REALLY HERE: https://www.justwatch.com/uk/movie/you-were-never-really-here
BUY YOU WERE NEVER REALLY HERE DVD/BLU-RAY: https://amzn.to/3dVeU4J
Music by Thom & Ben.
Our twelfth episode in which we watch and review the Peter Berg directed espionage thriller Mile 22. Staring Mark Wahlberg, Iko Uwais and John Malkovich. The plot follows a CIA taskforce attempting to cease caesium from Russian FSB agents. An Indonesian cop offers to turn in information about it in return for asylum in the US, otherwise it will self destruct in 24 hours but a group of Russian agents tries to hunt them down and destroy the information. We discuss the story's twist at the ending and the possibility of a sequel, and give recommendations. We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us!
WATCH MILE 22: https://www.justwatch.com/uk/movie/mile-22
BUY MILE 22 DVD/BLU-RAY: https://amzn.to/2NwZwRb
Music by Thom & Ben.
Our eleventh episode in which we watch and review the 1999 film Being John Malkovich, written by Charlie Kaufman and directed by Spike Jonze. The movie, starring John Cusack, Cameron Diaz Catherine Keener and John Malkovich, follows Craig Schwartz, a redundant puppeteer, who tries to find a job but accidentally finds a tunnel that is a portal into the head of actor John Malkovich. Craig then sells 15 minute "trips" into Malkovich's mind, but soon becomes obsessed with inhabiting the actor's mind and propels him to success whilst his own life crumbles beneath him. We discuss some themes and motifs of the film then as always we give our rating and give recommendations.
WATCH BEING JOHN MALKOVICH: https://www.justwatch.com/uk/movie/being-john-malkovich
BUY BEING JOHN MALKOVICH DVD/BLU-RAY: https://amzn.to/3dkyO8W
We also review a couple songs from the country band Crow Buntry, hailing from Nashville, Tennessee. Get in touch with us if you're a creator and want your work to be reviewed!
LISTEN TO CROW BUNTRY SONGS: https://song.link/i/1513007244
Music by Tom & Ben.
Our tenth episode in which we watch and review the 1998 film Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas. Starring Johnny Depp and Benicio del Toro, and directed by Terry Gilliam, the movie is a satirical film based on the 1971 book of the same name written by Hunter S. Thompson, based on his own experiences. The loose plot follows journalist Raoul Duke and his attorney Dr. Gonzo’s trip to Vegas to cover the Mint 400 race, which devolves into a drug-fuelled exploration of the city which brings to light the failure of the American Dream. We give our rating and give recommendations, then look back on our first ten episodes.
WATCH FEAR AND LOATHING IN LAS VEGAS: https://www.netflix.com/watch/11819434
BUY FEAR AND LOATHING IN LAS VEGAS DVD/BLU-RAY: https://amzn.to/3cWlpnp
Music by Tom & Ben.
Our ninth episode in which we watch and review the 2017 film Good Time. Starring Robert Pattison, the movie’s plot centres around Connie, a bank robber, attempting to make enough money to pay for his mentally handicapped brother Nick, whom he is the guardian of. After both try and to rob a bank, Nick gets kidnapped and becomes hospitalised after a fight, and Connie tries to break him out, but finds out the person he broke out is another inmate named Ray. The film follows Connie’s attempts to get Nick out of prison. We give our rating and give recommendations.
WATCH GOOD TIME: https://www.netflix.com/watch/80191344
BUY GOOD TIME DVD/BLU-RAY: https://amzn.to/2AEjRRx
Our eighth episode in which we review the 2020 Netflix series Hollywood. The show follows the story of a group of characters who are trying to make it big in Hollywood in post war America. Based loosely on the real life of ex-marine Scott Bowers and including true characters such as Rock Hudson, the season is the story of a group of actors, writers and directors trying against all odds to produce “Peg”, a film following the life of Peg Entwhistle, a woman famous for jumping off the Hollwoodland sign. We give our rating but we ran out of time for recommendations unfortunately.
WATCH HOLLYWOOD: https://www.netflix.com/watch/81170338
Music by Tom & Ben.
Our seventh episode. This episode we review Heavy Metal, an anthology of sci-fi cartoons from 1981 based on a magazine of the same name. Then as always we recommend multiple forms of entertainment.
WATCH HEAVY METAL: https://www.netflix.com/watch/22006357
BUY HEAVY METAL DVD/BLU-RAY: https://amzn.to/3bWbygO
Music by Tom & Ben.
Our sixth episode. This time, we discuss the infamously terrible film, Birdemic: Shock and Terror. Notorious for its weak plot, unnrealistic acting and extremely cheap VFX, it nonetheless entertained us. Then as always we recommend multiple forms of entertainment.
WATCH BIRDEMIC: https://justwatch.com/uk/movie/birdemic-shock-and-terror
BUY BIRDEMIC DVD/BLU-RAY: https://amzn.to/3cvyJ2E
Music by Tom.
Our fifth episode. We're back after being dead for two years, with a new format and Tom on as a permanent guest. We're more informal this time, spend some time reviewing the John Krasinski film "A Quiet Place" then recommend multiple forms of entertainment.
WATCH A QUIET PLACE: https://www.netflix.com/watch/80213226
BUY A QUIET PLACE DVD/BLU-RAY: https://amzn.to/3chjbiS
Music by Tom.
Our fourth episode. We discuss the TV show 'Psychoville' and quickly move on to our annual award show, 'Entertainment Worthy of Excellence'. We discuss our choices for the 2017 awards but with a catch - it has to be within 30 seconds!
We forgo watching trailers but do recommend things for you!
PSYCHOVILLE SERIES 1+2 BOXSET: http://amzn.eu/0aczR2N
RECOMMENDED
BLACK MIRROR: http://amzn.eu/bAoafZh http://amzn.eu/7e4ynot http://amzn.eu/5vP1Etr
THE LEAGUE OF GENTLEMEN - COMPLETE COLLECTION: http://amzn.eu/hSJBnPF
Recorded & edited by Ben.
Our third episode. This time we have a sort of Marvel special, as we focus primarily on reviewing "Black Panther" (which takes up most of the episode) before we discuss the impending release of "Infinity War" and watch the teaser for "Venom". We don't have time to recommend things, but we do take a personality quiz as always!
PRE ORDER BLACK PANTHER: http://amzn.eu/951fUNP
Recorded by Ben, edited by Ben & Ollie.
Our second episode, in which we have our friend Tom on as a guest. We review "Blade Runner", fail at more quizzes, watch the trailers for "Ant-Man and the Wasp" (as promised last episode) and the Superb Owl teaser for "Solo".
We also recommend some good films and TV shows.
BLADE RUNNER (DIRECTOR'S CUT): http://amzn.eu/0h88miA
RECOMMENDED
BABY DRIVER: http://amzn.eu/4UxT1kF
SHERLOCK SEASONS 1-4 & ABOMINABLE BRIDE BOXSET: http://amzn.eu/3ijPiIZ
A TALE OF TWO SISTERS: http://amzn.eu/4aGiKcy
Recorded by Ben & Ollie, edited by Ben.
Our first episode, in which we review "Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency", fail at some quizzes, discuss the impending release of "Earlyman" and "Black Panther" and recommend some good films and TV shows. More episodes coming soon! Recorded by Ben, edited by Ben & Ollie.