Best Reel Film Chronicles Podcasts (2024)

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Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga (2024) 1:11:13

5h ago1:11:13

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Do you have what it takes to make it epic? Well, we certainly try, at least! We sing the praises of this latest instalment in George Miller's Mad Max Saga by delving into everything that we enjoyed about this bombastic and layered action film. From the acting, the special effects, the creative names, the incredible soundtrack, the story, characters…

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Rush Hour (1998) with Steve and Randy from 'The Decision Reel' 1:05:29

11d ago1:05:29

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Randy and Steve from The Decision Reel podcast return to continue the buddy cop films they and Sean seem to have fallen into discussing. They review Rush Hour (1998), a film in which "the fastest hands in the East meet the biggest mouth in the West".Discussion Points:-The Rush Hour films are in Randy's blood. -Sean's notes are atrocious again. -Sea…

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Road House (2024) 1:12:46

13d ago1:12:46

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We delve into this Amazon produced remake of a fan favorite: ROAD HOUSE. We offer our take on this movie without the nostalgia glasses that many may have, as Brian missed the original film entirely, and Nathan watched it just before jumping into this new iteration. We start the episode giving a rundown of director Doug Liman's filmography, then jum…

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The Shyamalan Showdown! Part One (1992-2006) with Dmitry from 'The Psych Effect Podcast' and Sarah from 'Weird Horizon' 1:15:33

24d ago1:15:33

1:15:33

Dmitry from 'The Psych Effect Podcast' and Sarah from 'Weird Horizon' join Sean to discuss the films of M. Night Shyamalan. Warning: Spoilers! Sean introduces The Shyamalan Speed Round game on his unsuspecting guests. We discuss: -The Sixth Sense (1999). -Unbreakable (2000). -Signs (2002). -The Village (2004). -Lady in the Water (2006). Raised Ques…

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Humane (2024) 52:59

1M ago52:59

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Caught in the shadow of a cinematic legacy or stepping into the light on her own terms? Caitlin Cronenberg's HUMANE marks her entrance into the feature film arena, and we're here to dissect just how the threads of family renown and nepotism weave through her narrative tapestry. The heart of our episode beats strong with a foray into the film, a sto…

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The Donna Noble Chronicles: The Runaway Bride (2006) with Clayton from 'Men Who Like Men Who Like Movies' 1:05:17

1M ago1:05:17

1:05:17

Clayton from 'Men Who Like Men Who Like Movies' joins Sean for a brand new side-series. The Donna Noble Chronicles will explore every Doctor Who episode which starred Catherine Tate as Donna, from 'The Runaway Bride' to 'The End of Time'. Discussion Points: -Catherine Tate's career before she joined Doctor Who. -Donna Noble's character in her first…

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Deep Blue Sea (1999) with Stew from 'Stew World Order' and Erin & Kevin from 'The Podcast That Wouldn't Die' 1:19:04

1M ago1:19:04

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Sean is joined once again by guests Stew from 'Stew World Order' and Kevin and Erin from 'The Podcast That Wouldn't Die' to continue the LL Cool J series! Get ready for the Podmageddon! Journey from Saffron Burrows accent to whatever accent Christian Bale is using this week. Discussion Points: -The CGI that has aged like milk. -Adults acting like t…

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Event Horizon (1997) 49:29

1M ago49:29

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This podcast is a tomb. In the Year of our Lord 1997, a movie was unleashed on an unsuspecting population. A movie so vile, so terrifying, so violent, so gruesome that it borrowed its way into our collective conscience, wrapping its tendrils around our cerebral cortex, refusing to let us forget her. That movie was Event Horizon. A sci-fi-horror sta…

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Angels & Demons Extended Cut (2009) with Sarah from 'Weird Horizon': A PodPack Collective Collaboration 2:15:15

2M ago2:15:15

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"The Sistine Chapel gets a damn good hoovering!" The awesome Sarah from 'Weird Horizon' returns to review Angels and Demons (2009) Extended Cut for her 19th time on the show! Sarah from Weird Horizon has joined Sean for more discussions than any other podcaster. Thank You Sarah. My Guest: Weird Horizon: Discussions on the spooky and the esoteric, t…

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Dune: Part Two (2024) 1:37:52

2M ago1:37:52

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We're happy to be diving deep into Dune Part Two, the eagerly anticipated sequel with a feature-length discussion on everything we loved about the movie. We also talk about differences with the book (but we don't go deep there, and try to avoid book spoilers). Dune: Part Two (2024) | directed by: Denis Villeneuve | starring: Timothée Chalamet - Zen…

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The Guns of Navarone (1961) with Mark 2:01:20

2M ago2:01:20

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Sean is joined by his mate Mark to discuss one of Mark's favourite films: The Guns of Navarone (1961); One of the best adventure films ever made. It gets very philosophical. Discussion Points: -Mark was also introduced to older films by his Dad. -The strength of every single character. -Mark was impressed by the set-up of the film. -The brilliant s…

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Reptile (2023) 55:34

2M ago55:34

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SHED THE LIES Join your intrepid hosts as we delve into this 2023 Netflix crime thriller - a surprisingly good (well, it surprised us at least) film that offers more than any description or trailer could provide. We're fans of all the actors here, and we fanboy over Benicio del Toro and his burning performance here, and talk about how the film worl…

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Titanic Myths and Mistakes with Paul from 'History Rage' 1:24:04

3M ago1:24:04

1:24:04

Paul from the awesome History Rage podcast joins Sean to discuss Titanic film myths and mistakes. In a reversal from his usual hosting duties, where he listens to historians rage, Paul let's rip on Titanic (1997) describing it as: "The barely remembered, mostly made-up, bewildered ramblings of an incredibly wealthy woman who is trying to remember b…

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The Killer (2023) 55:35

3M ago55:35

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Welcome to the world of The Killer and watch as obsessive, perfectionist filmmaker David Fincher tells the story of an obsessive, perfectionist killer living out his either his worst nightmare or darkest fantasy: his life spiraling out of control after an extra ruins his perfect shot then going on a bloody rampage to get revenge against everybody w…

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Preview It Yourself 2: Civil War, The Strangers Sequel, A Quiet Place prequel, Twisters and The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare (2024) with Sarah from 'Weird Horizon' 58:15

3M ago58:15

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Which film trailer/previews make you want to spend your hard earned cash at the cinema? Let Sean and Sarah from Weird Horizon help with that, by reviewing trailers for upcoming 2024 films and a few old favourites. Welcome to Preview it Yourself. They also discuss queues, obviously. My Guest: Sarah from Weird Horizon has joined Sean for more discuss…

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The Da Vinci Code Extended Cut (2006) with Sarah from 'Weird Horizon': A PodPack Collective Collaboration 1:28:17

3M ago1:28:17

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The fantastic Sarah from 'Weird Horizon' returns to review The Da Vinci Code (2006) Extended Cut and help Sean answer the question: How DID they get that thing shifted? My Guest: Sarah from Weird Horizon has joined Sean for more discussions than any other podcaster. Thank You Sarah. Weird Horizon: Discussions on the spooky and the esoteric, the cou…

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Brotherhood of the Wolf (2001) 58:55

3M ago58:55

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A thick mist blankets the countryside as two riders cut their way through the waterlogged landscape, man and beast alike soaked by a slanted rain as ignorant of mercy as it was of the difference between pleasure and pain, redemption and damnation. There was only the fall. Then, a commotion. A man and woman hunted by a group of men, unaware that the…

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Rocky (1976) with Dan from 'Casting Views': A PodPack Collective Collaboration 1:12:34

4M ago1:12:34

1:12:34

The first official (recorded) PodPack Collective Collaboration with Dan from Casting Views. Sean is joined by the English Linguist a.k.a. Dan from Casting Views to review Rocky (1976)-a boxing film which isn't about boxing. *The film review begins at 10.35 minutes. Discussion Points: -A quick explanation of 'The PodPack Collective', with it's curre…

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The Adults (2023) 46:31

4M ago46:31

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ADULTHOOD. Warning: Side effects may include drowsiness, swelling, loss of vision and/or hearing, memory loss, crippling self doubt, depression, memory loss, the realization that no adult ever had things figured out, waxing nostalgic for the way things used to be, trouble breathing, having to figure out stupid stuff like mortgages, memory loss, act…

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Defend It Yourself 23: John Carter (2012) with Brenda from 'Horrifying History' 1:50:23

4M ago1:50:23

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Defend It Yourself continues with a modern day classic: John Carter (2012) in which a American Civil War Veteran ends up on Barsoom (Mars). Brenda and Sean defend John Carter, a brilliant adventure film or as they put it "A Family Friendly Game of Thrones". Yes, we're serious. Discussion Points: -Sean apologises to Sivako: Road To Avatar podcast wi…

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Bottom 5 Films of 2023 44:49

4M ago44:49

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In this very special episode, your intrepid hosts dive into the depths of cinematic disappointment as they unveil their Bottom Five Films of 2023. Welcome once again to our annual rundown of the cinematic catastrophes that left us bewildered, disappointed, and perhaps a little angry over the past year. From cringe-inducing sci-fi flops to poorly ex…

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Top 10 Films of 2023 1:35:41

4M ago1:35:41

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In this very special episode, your intrepid hosts run down their Top 10 Films of 2023. Welcome once again to our annual rundown of our top 10 films, as we review the movies that moved, entertained, awed, or otherwise inspired us over the past year. From mega blockbusters to independent dramas, established action franchises to emerging horror icons,…

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Death of a President (2006) with Ryan and Kevin from 'The Almost Presidents Podcast' 1:32:09

5M ago1:32:09

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Ryan and Kevin from 'The Almost Presidents Podcast' return to discuss this forgotten British documentary film which depicts the fictional assassination of George W. Bush, in Death of a President (2006). Discussion Points: -This one really pushes the No Politics rule. Sean "cops-out" by saying that they are discussing history. -Sean recalls the cont…

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Rebel Moon (2023) 1:08:04

5M ago1:08:04

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What do you do when an unstoppable, evil army threatens your peaceful village? Why, you scour the countryside to retain the services of a small group of reluctant warriors with troubled back stories looking to make up for the sins of the past. And if it's your peaceful moon that's threatened, well then you scour the galaxy for your group of misfit …

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Saltburn (2023) with 'Chatsunami': A PodPack Collective Collaboration 1:24:13

5M ago1:24:13

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Sean and Satsu from Chatsunami bring you a review that literally nobody wants! Saltburn (2023). Discussion Points: -Satsu feels defeated. -The reason Sean finally decided to watch the film. -The inconsistent accent. -Why this film reminded Sean, of Johnny English (2003) and Will from The Inbetweeners. -Satsu and Sean struggle to understand the poin…

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Interstellar (2014) with SaVon from 'Coffee and Comments' YouTube Channel 1:49:22

5M ago1:49:22

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SaVon from the Coffee and Comments YouTube Channel is back to discuss one of his favourite films: Interstellar (2014). 10 years later, does the film still reach the highest heights? "I hope people who listen to this podcast watch films, because if not you're in for real trouble with my examples". My Guest: Check out the YouTube Channel here- https:…

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Extraction 2 (2023) 1:00:35

5M ago1:00:35

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Extraction 2 (2023)| directed by: Sam Hargrave| starring: Chris Hemsworth - Golshifteh Farahani - Adam Bessa - Tornike Gogrichiani| Action - Thriller| 123 min⁠https://reelfilmchronicles.com

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The 6th Day (2000) with Ryan Walker from 'The Walk The Line Podcast' 1:12:08

6M ago1:12:08

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Review It Yourself host Sean and guest Ryan Walker from 'The Walk The Line Podcast' wish you a Happy New Year with: Double the Arnie, Double the Action! with their review of The 6th Day (2000) a.k.a. 'Arnie Takes Vancouver'. "It doesn't matter how much carrot there is, there's always a stick". My Guest: Check out Ryan's website here: https://www.th…

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Godzilla Minus One (2023) 1:08:19

6M ago1:08:19

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The smoke clears. The dust settles. For one, brief moment, it seems as though the stillness of the air could be a tranquil silence. A peaceful rearrangement of particles. That rare alignment of the cosmos that grants those most rare moments of serenity, where the world is in harmony, and the forces of nature and man align. But then, the moment pass…

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Is That It? Doctor Who Christmas Special (2023) 18:41

6M ago18:41

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"As a piece of entertainment it's just not good enough". Sean discusses the Doctor Who Christmas Special (2023). After deciding to give the special a chance, he was left feeling very underwhelmed. Discussion Points: -The waste of the goblins. -The poor pace of the show. -Sean compares this episode to Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005), Final …

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Defend It Yourself 22: Star Trek Generations (1994) with Dmitry from 'The Psych Effect Podcast' 1:09:34

6M ago1:09:34

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"[Picard] doesn't have a funeral for [Kirk], he just puts a rock down and p*sses off. There's no emotion behind it."Merry Christmas!Defend It Yourself Episode 22 finds Dmitry from The Psych Effect Podcast joining Sean to defend Star Trek Generations (1994) .Discussion Points:-The issues with Star Trek Generations.-The problem with modern day Star T…

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Highlander (1986) with Patrick from 'Mistopian Podcast' 1:23:14

6M ago1:23:14

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Sean finally reviews one of Josh's (from 'Talking S.M.A.C Podcast') Dad's favourite films. He is joined by Patrick from the Mistopian podcast, who picked this absolute belter of a film: Highlander (1986). Discussed Points: -Addressing the very modern elephant in the room: the proposed remake. -The cost of going to the cinema. -The power of word-of-…

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The Final Curtain: Doctor Who (2023) 36:14

6M ago36:14

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Well they suckered us in and spat us out. Sean discusses the supposedly anniversary specials of Doctor Who (2023). SWEARING FREE! Discussion Points: -The rise and fall of Russell T. Davies. -Sean tries going scripted. -Dave, one of (Bill Read Bad Reviews) Bill's backing technicians, returns to the show. -The current state of Doctor Who. -Trivia abo…

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Die Hard (1988) 42:47

6M ago42:47

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"Now I have a machine gun. Ho, ho, ho." Often imitated but never duplicated, Die Hard has withstood the test of time to become firmly established in that hallowed pantheon of All-Time Classic Action Films. Its protagonist, John McClane, the wrong man in the wrong place at the wrong time, has become an archetypal action movie hero, the everyman answ…

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Lethal Weapon 4 (1998) with Randy and Steve from 'The Decision Reel' 1:09:37

7M ago1:09:37

1:09:37

It's been (over) a YEAR since the first podcast collaboration between The Decision Reel and Review It Yourself! Steve and Randy from The Decision Reel return to finish the Lethal Weapon series. Guests: "The Decision Reel is a weekly podcast that takes random movies chosen by a host or special guest each week and breaks them down into deep discussio…

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Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (2023) 1:04:45

7M ago1:04:45

1:04:45

Hang on to your webs spider-boys and spider-girls, because in this episode, we're swinging out Across the Spiderverse. In this follow-up to the critically acclaimed and beloved Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, Miles Morales is grappling with how the consequences of being a hero affect him personally as well as those around him. Building on the fr…

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I Am Legend (2007) with Sarah from 'Weird Horizon' 1:34:32

7M ago1:34:32

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"An hour in, this is where I think the film jettisons the thoughtful, melancholic and reflective tone for action and it's all the worse for it." Sarah from Weird Horizon returns with yet another feel good film, containing multiple dog deaths. No crushed hands this time. Sarah and Sean then do a really in-depth analysis of the film, before watching …

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Demons (1985) with Aaron and Chris from 'Semi-Skeptic' podcast 57:46

7M ago57:46

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"I was just blown away by how sh*t yet how good it is at the same time, it is phenomenal"-Chris. Aaron and Chris from 'Semi-Skeptic' podcast introduce Sean to Lamberto Bava's Demons (original title Demoni). Warning: This podcast gets rather sweary. Discussion Points: -Aaron and Chris are brutally honest about why they chose this film. -Aaron thinks…

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65 (2023) 29:12

7M ago29:12

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A man out of time must summon the courage to save the life of a young child while battling humankind's most ancient of enemies: the dinosaur. Also, gross bugs that crawl into bodily orifices while you're sleeping. Though a box office flop, the movie 65 serves as a cinematic curiosity: a sci-fi genre film with a bizzare premise that tackles its subj…

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Hercules (2014) with Lasse from 'Fans About Films' 1:03:42

7M ago1:03:42

1:03:42

Lasse is back at last and he's chosen the Dwayne Johnson-helmed Hercules (2014) for this return to Review It Yourself. Was it a wise choice? From Lasse, probably! Discussion Points: -Sean and Lasse's podcast relationship. -Renny Harlin's Legend of Hercules. -The surprisingly-layered story in this film. -Snake-killing toddlers. -The swords and sanda…

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Brightburn (2019) with Sarah from 'Weird Horizon' 1:34:34

7M ago1:34:34

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Sarah from Weird Horizon returns (again) to do yet another cheery, pick-me-up film involving broken hands: Brightburn (2019), a horror-superhero film. Discussion Points: -Recommending films when you've never seen them. -Sarah flirts with watching Reminiscence (2021) and Sean urges her not to give in to temptation. -Sarah understands why Sean though…

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The Creator (2023) 59:59

8M ago59:59

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Since the dawn of civilization, humankind has looked up into the cosmos, and with our hearts and minds overcome by the vastness of eternity, we’ve silently pondered the ultimate question at the core of our existence: Why are robots so cool? The Creator is our latest attempt to answer this age-old quandary. Helmed by Gareth “Rogue One” Edwards, the …

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Defend It Yourself 21: Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City (2021) with Clayton from 'Men Who Like Men Who Like Movies' 1:03:59

8M ago1:03:59

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Warning: Contains lots of swearing. Trust me, if you're ever unlucky enough to see this film, you'll understand. FLAWED!? Welcome to Defend It Yourself 21: Resident Evil: Welcome To Raccoon City with Clayton from 'Men Who Like Men Who Like Movies' podcast. You're better than this Clayton! Discussion Points: -This film is painfully generic. -Sean ha…

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For Flux Sake: Doctor Who Series 13 (2021) with Clayton from 'Men Who Like Men Who Like Movies' 1:35:42

8M ago1:35:42

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Welcome to 'For Flux Sake: Or we watched it so you don't have to'. Sean and his companion Clayton from 'Men Who Like Men Who Like Movies' bring you their very honest thoughts on Doctor Who Flux, the Thirteenth 'Event' Series. Disclaimer: This podcast episode is not an attack on anybody who created or starred in the series, and has not been made to …

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Halloween III: Season of the Witch (1982) with Paul from 'SP Filmviewers' 1:19:20

8M ago1:19:20

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IT'S ONE DAY TILL HALLOWEEN! Happy, Happy Halloween! Happy, Halloween, Silver Shamrock! Paul from SP Filmviewers joins Sean to discuss The night no-one came home! Discussion Points: -The failed idea for a Halloween Anthology series. -Sean discusses other podcasters views. -That damn song. -Sean brings very depressing trivia. -Paul and Sean discuss …

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Review It Yourself Trailer 0:32

8M ago0:32

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The podcast with the sigh. No Politics, No Pandering, [Absolutely] No Point.

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No One Will Save You (2023) 52:34

8M ago52:34

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No One Will Save You (2023)| directed by: Brian Duffield| starring: Kaitlyn Dever - Elizabeth Kaluev| Thriller - Horror - Science Fiction| 93 minhttps://reelfilmchronicles.com

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Lethal Weapon 3 (1992) with Randy and Steve from 'The Decision Reel' 54:14

8M ago54:14

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"This has no right to be as good as it is!". Steve and Randy from The Decision Reel return to continue the Lethal Weapon film series with Sean. This time they're discussing Lethal Weapon 3 (1992). Discussion Points: -It's Randy, Steve and Sean's first-time watching the film. -The bromance of Riggs and Murtagh. -The impressive creative team behind t…

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Defend It Yourself 20: Airborne (1993) with Don and Jordan from 'I Scene It' podcast 48:46

8M ago48:46

48:46

Don and Jordan from 'I Scene It' podcast join Sean to defend Airborne, a 1993 film about inline skating. Sean couldn't find anywhere to watch the film online. Basic Plot: Mitchell is a California kid and his rich, awesome parents tell him that a trip to Australia...but his parents send him to Cincinnati (in the middle of winter) to his Aunt and Unc…

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Talk to Me (2023) 42:23

8M ago42:23

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In this universe, there are things known, and there are things unknown, and sometimes bridging that gap just takes a little conversation. Talk To Me is this year's breakout horror hit from Australia (which is totally a thing we expect from the Land Down Under every year), offering a unique take on the ghost story / demon possession genre and creati…

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