Ben and Wade finally find the centre of the maze in THE BICAMERAL MIND, Episode 10 of Season 1 in HBO’s TV series, WESTWORLD.

In particular, we chat about:

- Does Dr Ford’s plan make sense?

- The feeling of satisfaction, and letdown, when predictions come true.

- Jimmy Simpson’s mole.

- Is Charlotte actually Arnold’s son, Charlie?

- What happened to Elsie and Stubbs?

- Will Samurai World be the setting of Season 2?

- Can we see inspiration in THE LOST WORLD or PLANET OF THE APES for the next season of WESTWORLD?

LINKS:

Jimmi Simpson’s mole.

http://screencrush.com/westworld-william-man-in-black-issue/

Is Charlotte actually Arnold’s son, Charlie?

https://www.reddit.com/r/westworld/comments/5f9brf/arnold_and_charlie/

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CREDITS:

Music - ‘Cinema Whistlers 4’ by Magnus Ringblom

Ben and Wade reach a new level of consciousness as they assess THE WELL-TEMPERED CLAVIER, Episode 9 of Season 1 in HBO’s TV series, WESTWORLD.

In particular, we chat about:

- How much inspiration did Dr Ford take from Arnold when he created his new colleague?

- The connection between WESTWORLD and Talulah Riley, Elon Musk’s ex-wife.

- Is Dolores actually Wyatt? Or is Teddy?

- Is Felix a Host?

- HBO’s potential spin-off series, #MaeveInTheCity

LINKS:

Talulah Riley on IMDb

http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1506908/?ref_=nv_sr_1

Is Dolores actually Wyatt?

http://www.refinery29.com/amp/2016/11/130740/westworld-theory-connects-wyatt-arnold-dolores

Is Felix a Host?

https://www.reddit.com/r/westworld/comments/5e47u0/regarding_felix/?st=ivv7l17y&sh=d21aea0d

iTUNES REVIEWS:

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CREDITS:

Music - ‘Cinema Whistlers 4’ by Magnus Ringblom

Ben and Wade move forward with clear eyes as they recap TRACE DECAY, Episode 8 of Season 1 in HBO’s TV series, WESTWORLD.

In particular, we chat about:

- How did Maeve become ‘The Host Whisperer’?

- Felix and Sylvester would be at home in the film, DUMB AND DUMBER.

- How Lili Simons, the ‘new’ Clementine, is the host reincarnation of Erika Christensen… who in turn has been harvested from Julia Stiles.

- The return of the Woman in The White Dress.

- What do the clothes of William and The Man in Black have in common?

LINKS:

Actor Lili Simmons on IMDb

http://www.imdb.com/name/nm3827455/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1

Actor Erika Christensen on IMDb

http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0159776/?ref_=ttfc_fc_cl_t43

Actor Julia Stiles on IMDb

http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0005466/?ref_=tt_cl_t5

The Man in Black and William use the same tailor?

https://www.reddit.com/r/westworld/comments/5dnprr/man_in_black_and_william_wearing_same_shirt/

iTUNES REVIEWS:

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CREDITS:

Music - ‘Cinema Whistlers 4’ by Magnus Ringblom

Ben and Wade assess how their fan theories hold up to the huge revelations that unfolded in TROMPE L'OEIL, Episode 7 of Season 1 in HBO’s TV series, WESTWORLD.

In particular, we chat about:

- The legacy of bad acting in BASIC INSTINCT 2.

- Where have been right, and wrong, with our predictions?

- Dr Ford as the Old Testament God vs Arnold as the New Testament God.

- How Anthony Hopkins elevates WESTWORLD.

- WESTWORLD logo changes.

- How the motivations of William and The Man in Black look more similar than ever.

- Who is in the photo with Dr Ford?

LINKS:

The legacy of bad acting in BASIC INSTINCT 2

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0430912/?ref_=nv_sr_3

Dr Ford as the Old Testament God vs Arnold as the New Testament God

https://www.reddit.com/r/westworld/comments/598zxo/orion_is_the_key_monomyth_and_the_westworld_bible/

How Anthony Hopkins elevates WESTWORLD

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4kSGkGKwp9U

WESTWORLD logo changes

http://www.slashfilm.com/westworld-theories-3/3/

Who is in the photo with Dr Ford?

http://www.slashfilm.com/westworld-theories-3/

iTUNES REVIEWS:

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MY OTHER PODCAST:

If you’re a filmmaker, cinephile or TV junkie, you might like my other podcast, BREAKING IN WITH BEN PHELPS. It’s a podcast about what happens when a filmmaker who’s never made a feature film, makes one. Featuring interviews with me and established filmmakers. Check it out!

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I love sharing stories and fostering discussion. (Even if Wade is a little shy!). So reach out to discuss this episode or anything else!

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CREDITS:

Music - ‘Cinema Whistlers 4’ by Magnus Ringblom

Ben and Wade campaign for the Maeve Fan Club and dissect THE ADVERSARY, Episode 6 of Season 1 in HBO’s TV series, WESTWORLD.

In particular, we chat about:

- A new YouTube video lends more weight to the theory that we’re watching different timelines.

- What type of maze are we talking about? Literal, figurative or both?

- Why the performance of Thandie Newton and the arc of her character, Maeve, deserves its own hashtag.

- Another theory about the real identity and motivations of Bernard.

- Could Arnold have been living by himself in the park all this time?

- WESTWORLD has 4 things in common with the Tom Cruise film, OBLIVION.

LINKS:

YouTube video theorising that we’re seeing multiple timelines

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RLli7Gc1ZBU

Oblivion (Tom Cruise movie) on IMDb

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1483013/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1

Westworld HBO TV series on IMDb

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0475784/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1

iTUNES REVIEWS:

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MY OTHER PODCAST:

If you’re a filmmaker, cinephile or TV junkie, you might like my other podcast, BREAKING IN WITH BEN PHELPS. It’s a podcast about what happens when a filmmaker who’s never made a feature film, makes one. Featuring interviews with me and established filmmakers. Check it out!

CONTACT:

I love sharing stories and fostering discussion. (Even if Wade is a little shy!). So reach out to discuss this episode or anything else!

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CREDITS:

Music - ‘Cinema Whistlers 4’ by Magnus Ringblom

Ben and Wade go for a deep dive into CONTRAPASSO, Episode 5 of Season 1 in HBO’s TV series, WESTWORLD.

In particular, we chat about:

- The two-timeline theory

- The link between William and The Man in Black… again!

- What questions are being asked in WESTWORLD that relates to our real life in the present day?

- The alternative characters played by Arnold

- The evolution of Delores from ‘damsel in distress’ to gunslinger

- What WESTWORLD and WALLE have in common

LINKS:

Westworld Theory: The Man In Black’s True Motivations and Backstory

http://www.slashfilm.com/westworld-theory-the-man-in-blacks-motivations/

Jimmi Simpson Weighs In on Man in Black Theories

http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/live-feed/westworld-jimmi-simpson-man-black-940467

Westworld HBO TV series on IMDb

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0475784/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1

iTUNES REVIEWS:

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MY OTHER PODCAST:

If you’re a filmmaker, cinephile or TV junkie, you might like my other podcast, BREAKING IN WITH BEN PHELPS. It’s a podcast about what happens when a filmmaker who’s never made a feature film, makes one. Featuring interviews with me and established filmmakers. Check it out!

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CREDITS:

Music - ‘Cinema Whistlers 4’ by Magnus Ringblom

Ben and Wade suffer a memory glitch when they recap DISSONANCE THEORY, Episode 4 of Season 1 in HBO’s TV series, WESTWORLD.

In particular, we chat about:

- Does speculation ruin the viewing experience?

- The perils of Westworld Performance Anxiety.

- Are we any closer to knowing who Arnold is/was?

- What is the maze that The Man in Black is searching for?

- Why we like Maeve.

LINKS:

Are we any closer to knowing who Arnold is/was?

https://www.reddit.com/r/westworld/comments/57yljw/who_is_arnold_weber/

What is the maze that The Man in Black is searching for?

http://collider.com/westworld-theory-maze/#images

Westworld HBO TV series on IMDb

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0475784/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1

iTUNES REVIEWS:

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If you’re a filmmaker, cinephile or TV junkie, you might like my other podcast, BREAKING IN WITH BEN PHELPS. It’s a podcast about what happens when a filmmaker who’s never made a feature film, makes one. Featuring interviews with me and established filmmakers. Check it out!

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CREDITS:

Music - ‘Cinema Whistlers 4’ by Magnus Ringblom

Ben and Wade tumble down a rabbit hole of fan theories as they decode THE STRAY, Episode 3 of Season 1 in HBO’s TV series, WESTWORLD.

In particular, we chat about:

- What Kenny from SOUTH PARK and Teddy have in common. Let’s call it WEST PARK. Or SOUTH WORLD!

- Where is WESTWORLD based?

- Our latest predictions about the upcoming journey, and true identity, of William, Delores and The Man in Black.

- What happened to Dr Ford’s friend?

- What do the actions of ‘the stray’ signify?

LINKS:

Reddit theory on the identity of William, a guest at WESTWORLD

https://www.reddit.com/r/westworld/comments/569pcm/westworld_1x02_chestnut_episode_discussion/d8id4ru

WESTWORLD fictional contract for guests to sign

https://discoverwestworld.com/

Reddit theory on the importance of flies in WESTWORLD

https://www.reddit.com/r/westworld/comments/5602n3/the_true_importance_of_the_flies/

Reddit phobia that may relate to one of the lead hosts: ‘I’m not scared of a computer passing the turing test... I'm terrified of one that intentionally fails it.’

https://www.reddit.com/r/Showerthoughts/comments/519sv7/im_not_scared_of_a_computer_passing_the_turing/

Westworld HBO TV series on IMDb

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0475784/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1

iTUNES REVIEWS:

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MY OTHER PODCAST:

If you’re a filmmaker, cinephile or TV junkie, you might like my other podcast, BREAKING IN WITH BEN PHELPS. It’s a podcast about what happens when a filmmaker who’s never made a feature film, makes one. Featuring interviews with me and established filmmakers. Check it out!

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CREDITS:

Music - ‘Cinema Whistlers 4’ by Magnus Ringblom

Ben and Wade wake up in a cold sweat after watching CHESTNUT, Episode 2 of Season 1 in HBO’s TV series, WESTWORLD.

In particular, we discuss:

- WESTWORLD would be an awesome location for a Bucks Night!

- Is The Man in Black a human or android?

- Is The Man in Black related to Dr Ford?

- How Dr Ford and The Man in Black may echo the founders of Apple, Steve Jobs and Steve ’Woz’ Wozniak?

- What do we think about a fan theory that Westworld is set on another planet?

- Which of the humans might be an android?

- The ‘uncanny valley’ of accents.

- What HOSTEL 2 may have in common with WESTWORLD.

And more!

LINKS:

Westworld HBO TV series on IMDb

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0475784/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1

Steve Wozniak on Wikipedia

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steve_Wozniak

HOSTEL Part 2 on IMDb

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0498353/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1

iTUNES REVIEWS:

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CREDITS:

Music - ‘Cinema Whistlers 4’ by Magnus Ringblom

Screenwriter/Director Kiah Roache-Turner

Screenwriter/Director, Kiah Roache-Turner, joins me in Episode 11 to discuss his debut feature film, WYRMWOOD: ROAD OF THE DEAD. It’s a zombie movie with a difference. Think MAD MAX meets DAWN OF THE DEAD!

In particular, we chat about:

Learning how to be a filmmaker while shooting swimwear commercials for aussieBum

Finding a loyal crew in the workplace instead of at film school

The influences of MAD MAX on WYRMWOOD

The inspiration of Peter Jackson, James Cameron and the directors of the 1970s

Rewriting during a multi-year shoot

Finding the humour after test screening a work-in-progress cut

Becoming a better writer after seeing your words made into film

The importance of finishing your film

LINKS

Wyrmwood on Facebook

Wyrmwood on IMDB

Wyrmwood on Australian iTunes

Wyrmwood on US iTunes

Peter Jackson: A Film-maker's Journey

The Futurist: The Life and Films of James Cameron

Easy Riders, Raging Bulls: How the Sex-Drugs-and-Rock 'N' Roll Generation Saved Hollywood

Down and Dirty Pictures: Miramax, Sundance, and the Rise of Independent Film

Mad Max: Fury Road

Dawn of the Dead

Overnight

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