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In this special bonus episode of Ben and Steve's video store, Steve Clark and Ben Sawyer conclude their deep dive into William Peter Blatty's Faith Trilogy with a detailed discussion of The Exorcist III: Legion. The episode begins with a captivating introduction to the 1990 film, touching on its origins, plot, and key themes. The hosts explore Blatty's nuanced take on good, evil, and faith, and provide insights into the creative and production challenges, including studio interference and the casting choices of Jason Miller and Brad Dourif. They also examine changes made during reshoots, the film's mixed initial reception, and how it has gained appreciation over the years. The episode discusses the enduring impact of Blatty's work on modern psychological horror. This engaging analysis is a must-listen for fans of the trilogy and the horror genre.

00:00 Introduction to The Exorcist III

00:33 Welcome to Ben and Steve's Video Store

02:47 Discussing The Exorcist III

04:02 Personal Experiences with The Exorcist III

09:01 Behind the Scenes and Production Insights

22:43 The Relationship Between Kinderman and Father Dyer

37:42 Casting Choices and Performances

41:46 Nods to The Exorcist and Character Analysis

42:13 The Significance of the Letter 'K'

43:11 Deleted Prologue and Documentary Insights

43:48 Eerie Scenes and Jump Scares

44:26 The Laugh and Its Implications

46:19 Kinderman's Investigation and Theories

49:46 Theatrical vs. Legion Cut

52:55 Gemini Killer's Monologues and Possessions

01:05:57 Dr. Temple and The Hanged Man Motif

01:17:07 Themes of Faith and Belief

01:20:45 Debating the Exorcism Scene

01:22:19 The Argument of Faith in the Trilogy

01:23:50 Kinderman's Struggle and Faith

01:24:33 Theological Themes and Lucifer's Role

01:25:28 The Big Bang and Human Struggle

01:25:43 The Exorcist Movies and Free Will

01:28:27 Marketing and Misrepresentation

01:32:15 The Ending of Exorcist III

01:32:19 The Exorcism Sequence

01:49:12 Final Thoughts and Reflections

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If you want to track how many movies you've seen that we've been talking about since we opened the store, check out the show's Letterboxd list on Steve's page: https://letterboxd.com/spclark14/list/ben-steves-video-store/

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In this episode of Ben and Steve's Video Store, lifelong movie geeks Ben and Steve complete their James Bond ranking, covering all 25 Eon-produced James Bond films. They discuss each film, providing insights, favourite moments, and some behind-the-scenes trivia. Highlights include the interesting backstories of different Bond movies, standout performances, and personal anecdotes. They delve into why some films soared while others fell short. This episode is part three of their James Bond special, marking a detailed journey through the iconic spy franchise from 'Dr. No' to 'No Time To Die'.

SPOILERS for our countdown with the below timestamps:

00:00 Welcome to Ben and Steve's Video Store

01:04 Catching Up on Bond Movies

01:33 Ranking the Bond Films

05:38 Recap of Rankings 25 to 11

07:13 Top 10 Bond Films: Starting with Dr. No

17:50 License to Kill: A Deeper Dive

25:50 The Brutality and Realism of License to Kill

33:26 The Spy Who Loved Me: Next on the List

34:30 The Bond Franchise at a Crossroads

35:23 Rejuvenating Bond: The Big Budget Gamble

36:29 The Spy Who Loved Me: A Detailed Breakdown

37:13 Iconic Moments and Critiques

38:22 Ranking and Personal Reflections

42:02 Goldfinger: The Quintessential Bond Film

54:13 For Your Eyes Only: A Return to Seriousness

01:05:31 Tomorrow Never Dies: Brosnan's Confident Return

01:09:48 Elliot Carver's Scheme and Villains

01:10:53 Bond's Allies and Chemistry

01:11:37 Iconic Scenes and Action Sequences

01:12:14 Ben's Thoughts on 'Tomorrow Never Dies'

01:12:25 Discussion on Bond Villains and Plot

01:14:35 Memorable Bond Moments and Music

01:15:26 Casting Choices and Performances

01:16:35 Final Thoughts on 'Tomorrow Never Dies'

01:17:48 Ranking Bond Films: From Russia with Love

01:29:40 Ranking Bond Films: The Living Daylights

01:35:42 Ranking Bond Films: On Her Majesty's Secret Service

01:44:20 Critique of Bond's Humour and Opening Scene

01:44:50 Diana Rigg's Performance as a Bond Girl

01:45:39 The Tragic Ending and Bond's Harsh Lesson

01:46:15 George Lazenby's Departure and Legacy

01:48:53 American Reception and Re-edits

01:49:28 Re-evaluation of 'On Her Majesty's Secret Service'

01:59:25 Countdown of Bond Films

02:01:58 Casino Royale: The Best Bond Film

02:07:50 Daniel Craig's Casting and Performance

02:18:20 Final Thoughts and Farewell

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You can email the show at [email protected] if you have any suggestions for future Disturbed Ward entries, or Bargain Bin of the month choices.

If you want to track how many movies you've seen that we've been talking about since we opened the store, check out the show's Letterboxd list on Steve's page: https://letterboxd.com/spclark14/list/ben-steves-video-store/

Please leave us a 5-star review on your pod platform of choice to help our store find more customers, we do appreciate it!

We'll be opening again very soon, but please remember to return your rentals and make sure your tapes are rewound, or you will be fined.

Please note that we do not intend copyright infringement in any part of this podcast, it is purely for entertainment purposes.

Ben & Steve's Video Store has opened again. After our last episode, where we did a commentary for Jaws on its 50th Anniversary, we are going from the sublime to the ridiculous. Strap yourself in for a commentary for Jaws The Revenge!

Either watch the film and follow along as we take you through this much maligned fourth entry in the Jaws franchise or listen to us a normal pod! Expect lots of bad Michael Caine and Bruce Forsyth impressions. It's much like a regular episode really.

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You can email the show at [email protected] if you have any suggestions for future Disturbed Ward entries, or Bargain Bin of the month choices.

If you want to track how many movies you've seen that we've been talking about since we opened the store, check out the show's Letterboxd list on Steve's page: https://letterboxd.com/spclark14/list/ben-steves-video-store/

Please leave us a 5-star review on your pod platform of choice to help our store find more customers, we do appreciate it!

We'll be opening again very soon, but please remember to return your rentals and make sure your tapes are rewound, or you will be fined.

Please note that we do not intend copyright infringement in any part of this podcast, it is purely for entertainment purposes.

Ben and Steve's Video Store has opened for a special episode.

To celebrate the 50th Anniversary of our favourite film of all time, Ben and Steve sat together in the same room (a podcast first) to record a commentary of Jaws.

Feel free to pop the movie on and listen to us talk over it, JawsSplaining away, with added Bruce Forsyth impressions. Or you can just listen to it as a normal episode, it's your choice!

We'll be back soon with another Jaws commentary, where this time it's personal.

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You can email the show at [email protected] if you have any suggestions for future Disturbed Ward entries, or Bargain Bin of the month choices.

If you want to track how many movies you've seen that we've been talking about since we opened the store, check out the show's Letterboxd list on Steve's page: https://letterboxd.com/spclark14/list/ben-steves-video-store/

Please leave us a 5-star review on your pod platform of choice to help our store find more customers, we do appreciate it!

Please note that we do not intend copyright infringement in any part of this podcast, it is purely for entertainment purposes.

Ben & Steve's Video Store has opened again. It's the second of our three-part 007 James Bond special, as we start to rank the official Eon released James Bond movies.

• In this episode we are ranking spots 25-11 in the countdown
• You may be surprised at some of the choices we make!
• Find out why Ben and Steve are lovely, with great personalities but nobody wants to kiss us.

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You can email the show at [email protected] if you have any suggestions for future Disturbed Ward entries, or Bargain Bin of the month choices.

If you want to track how many movies you've seen that we've been talking about since we opened the store, check out the show's Letterboxd list on Steve's page: https://letterboxd.com/spclark14/list/ben-steves-video-store/

Please leave us a 5-star review on your pod platform of choice to help our store find more customers, we do appreciate it!

We'll be opening again very soon where we'll be completing our James Bond ranking and counting down from 10-1. Please return your rentals by then and make sure your tapes are rewound, or you will be fined.

Please note that we do not intend copyright infringement in any part of this podcast, it is purely for entertainment purposes.

Ben & Steve's Video Store has opened again, in the first of a three-part James Bond 007 Special!

• 'Let's Get Quizzical' continues. Ben and Steve are quizzing each other on Leonard Maltin film reviews of movies that star James Bond actors. Will you be able to guess which movies Maltin was reviewing?
• In a new feature, 'Second Chance Cinema', we take a look at 'Skyfall'. Ben didn't like it that much in 2012, how does he feel about it now?
• Our Bargain Bin of the Month choice is between 007 debuts 'The Living Daylights' and 'GoldenEye'. Which of these Bond movies will be put in our store's Bargain Bin?

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You can email the show at [email protected] if you have any suggestions for future Disturbed Ward entries, or Bargain Bin of the month choices.

If you want to track how many movies you've seen that we've been talking about since we opened the store, check out the show's Letterboxd list on Steve's page: https://letterboxd.com/spclark14/list/ben-steves-video-store/

Please leave us a 5-star review on your pod platform of choice to help our store find more customers, we do appreciate it!

We'll be opening again very soon for the first of our Bond ranked episodes but please return your rentals by then and make sure your tapes are rewound, or you will be fined.

Please note that we do not intend copyright infringement in any part of this podcast, it is purely for entertainment purposes.

Ben & Steve's Video Store has opened again! For our latest episode, we're doing a bonus Bargain Bin for the month, and comparing the Nuclear War themed TV movies, 'Threads' and 'The Day After'. Which of these 80's nucleartastic movies will go in the bargain bin, and which will go back onto our store's shelf? Listen now to find out!

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You can email the show at [email protected] if you have any suggestions for future Disturbed Ward entries, or Bargain Bin of the month choices.

If you want to track how many movies you've seen that we've been talking about since we opened the store, check out the show's Letterboxd list on Steve's page: https://letterboxd.com/spclark14/list/ben-steves-video-store/

Please leave us a 5-star review on your pod platform of choice to help our store find more customers, we do appreciate it!

We'll be opening again towards the end of November, for the first of our 007 episodes, but please return your rentals by then and make sure your tapes are rewound, or you will be fined.

Please note that we do not intend copyright infringement in any part of this podcast, it is purely for entertainment purposes.

Ben & Steve's Video Store has opened again for our latest episode to celebrate Halloween and spooky season. We are ranking the top 10 horror movies of all time, as chosen by Steve.

We are ranking these movies:

• An American Werewolf in London
• The Omen
• The Exorcist
• Halloween
• A Nightmare on Elm Street
• The Fly (1986)
• The Changeling
• Poltergeist
• Psycho
• The Shining

What will end up at the top of the charts? Listen to find out!

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You can email the show at [email protected] if you have any suggestions for future Disturbed Ward entries, or Bargain Bin of the month choices.

If you want to track how many movies you've seen that we've been talking about since we opened the store, check out the show's Letterboxd list on Steve's page: https://letterboxd.com/spclark14/list/ben-steves-video-store/

Please leave us a 5-star review on your pod platform of choice to help our store find more customers, we do appreciate it!

We'll be opening again very soon where we'll be dodging nuclear destruction, but please return your rentals by then and make sure your tapes are rewound, or you will be fined.

Please note that we do not intend copyright infringement in any part of this podcast, it is purely for entertainment purposes.

Ben & Steve's Video Store has opened again! For our latest episode, Ben and Steve get Demonic, as we discuss three movies in the Exorcist franchise.

• 'Let's Get Quizzical' continues. Ben and Steve are quizzing each other on Leonard Maltin film reviews. Will you be able to guess which movies Maltin was reviewing?
• We go enter The Disturbed Ward and discuss John Boorman's 'Exorcist II The Heretic'. Is it as bad as its reputation suggests?
• Our Bargain Bin of the Month choice is between two Exorcist prequels which attempt to tell the same story of a younger Father Merrin, facing Pazuzu for the first time. We're discussing 'Dominion' and 'Exorcist The Beginning'. Which of these space horrors will be put in our store's Bargain Bin?

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You can also find us on YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDvIgPFTuagKY_S1ErhBzsg

You can email the show at [email protected] if you have any suggestions for future Disturbed Ward entries, or Bargain Bin of the month choices.

If you want to track how many movies you've seen that we've been talking about since we opened the store, check out the show's Letterboxd list on Steve's page: https://letterboxd.com/spclark14/list/ben-steves-video-store/

Please leave us a 5-star review on your pod platform of choice to help our store find more customers, we do appreciate it!

We'll be opening again very soon where we'll be ranking the top 10 horror movies of all time, but please return your rentals by then and make sure your tapes are rewound, or you will be fined.

Please note that we do not intend copyright infringement in any part of this podcast, it is purely for entertainment purposes.

Ben & Steve's Video Store has opened again! For our latest episode, Ben and Steve go to Space!

• 'Let's Get Quizzical' continues. Ben and Steve are quizzing each other on Leonard Maltin film reviews. Will you be able to guess which movies Maltin was reviewing?
• We go back to The Science Fiction Kitchen and discuss Stanley Kubrick's '2001 A Space Odyssey'
• Our Bargain Bin of the Month choice is between horror/haunted house in space movies 'Alien' and 'Event Horizon'. Which of these space horrors will be put in our store's Bargain Bin?

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You can email the show at [email protected] if you have any suggestions for future Disturbed Ward entries, or Bargain Bin of the month choices.

If you want to track how many movies you've seen that we've been talking about since we opened the store, check out the show's Letterboxd list on Steve's page: https://letterboxd.com/spclark14/list/ben-steves-video-store/

Please leave us a 5-star review on your pod platform of choice to help our store find more customers, we do appreciate it!

We'll be opening again very soon, but please return your rentals by then and make sure your tapes are rewound, or you will be fined.

Please note that we do not intend copyright infringement in any part of this podcast, it is purely for entertainment purposes.