For Screen and Country

Jane Austen's work makes it to the BFI Top 100 as Brendan and Jason discuss #62 - Sense and Sensibility. From the story behind Emma Thompson's screenplay to Ang Lee's direction style to how the whole thing got off the ground, the background is nearly as interesting as the film! Besides all of that though, the guys also get into the nitty gritty of the movie itself including the great performances by literally everyone involved, the film taking something of a more balanced and almost feminist approach to the source material, one of the most emotionally gutwrenching crying scenes ever put to film and a whole lot more. This... this is a good one, folks. Plus: The guys roll the dice to find out what movie they'll be covering next week. Where do you fall on the Jane Austen train? Fan? Not a fan? Is this the best adaptation of her work? If not, what is YOUR favourite? Let us know! Full List: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BFI_Top_100_British_films Facebook: www.facebook.com/forscreenandcountry Twitter: www.twitter.com/bfi_pod Our logo was designed by the wonderful Mariah Lirette (www.instagram.com/mariahhx) For Screen and Country is sponsored by Podcoin (use the promo code "SCREENPOD" when you sign up to receive 300 BONUS podcoins).

Is Darling Streaming?

USA: Starz and Direct TV

Canada: Netflix, Crave+, Crave Starz, CTV Go

UK: Amazon Prime

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It's all about sprawling, slice-of-life drama and dark comedy this week as Brendan and Jason explore Mike Leigh's 90s hit Life is Sweet. Because of the vast array of colourful characters and family drama, there is much to explore in the film from dealing with the subject of bulimia, the subtle political commentary, Timothy Spall's insane restaurant and Leigh's unique style of constructing his scripts. Plus: The guys roll the dice to find out what movie they'll be covering next week. What do you think about this film or Mike Leigh in general? Are there any Leigh films that SHOULD be on the list? Let us know! Full List: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BFI_Top_100_British_films Facebook: www.facebook.com/forscreenandcountry Twitter: www.twitter.com/bfi_pod Our logo was designed by the wonderful Mariah Lirette (www.instagram.com/mariahhx) For Screen and Country is sponsored by Podcoin (use the promo code "SCREENPOD" when you sign up to receive 300 BONUS podcoins).

Is Life is Sweet Streaming?

USA: Criterion Channel

Canada: Criterion Channel

UK: available to rent on Amazon

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This week, Brendan and Jason explore class struggle and forbidden love with 1971's The Go-Between. This is the third Julie Christie film being covered but do the guys still love her after THIS role? Does witchcraft really work in this film? And is this podcast about to get side-swiped with another bleak British movie finale? Find out! Plus: The guys roll the dice to find out what movie they'll be covering next week. We bet even less people have seen this film as opposed to This Sporting Life. PROVE. US. WRONG. Full List: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BFI_Top_100_British_films Facebook: www.facebook.com/forscreenandcountry Twitter: www.twitter.com/bfi_pod Our logo was designed by the wonderful Mariah Lirette (www.instagram.com/mariahhx)

Is Darling Streaming?

USA: Amazon Prime, Roku, Tubi, Criterion Channel, Pluto TV

Canada: Criterion Channel

UK: available to rent everywhere

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This week, Brendan and Jason get back on track with the list as they discuss #52 - This Sporting Life. In this modern-day tragic tale, there is much to discuss like how to deal with one of the least likeable main characters in quite some time, the guys break down how this film fits into a Shakespearean tragedy narrative, they marvel at the two lead performances and much more. Plus: The guys roll the dice to find out what movie they'll be covering next week. Have you ever seen This Sporting Life? Has anyone? We have our doubts. Full List: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BFI_Top_100_British_films Facebook: www.facebook.com/forscreenandcountry Twitter: www.twitter.com/bfi_pod Our logo was designed by the wonderful Mariah Lirette (www.instagram.com/mariahhx)

Is This Sporting Life Streaming?

USA: Criterion Channel

Canada: Criterion Channel

UK: N/A

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It's back to royalty as Brendan and Jason dissect 1994's The Madness of King George and talk all about the way in which the film depicts the silliness of the upper class, the treatment of mental illness and its associating stigma, the quiet moments involved in Nigel Hawthorne's tortured lead performance and much, much more. Plus: The guys roll the dice to find out what movie they'll be covering next week. What did you think about The Madness of King George? Have you seen it? How does it compare to other "royal family" type period pieces? Full List: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BFI_Top_100_British_films Facebook: www.facebook.com/forscreenandcountry Twitter: www.twitter.com/bfi_pod Our logo was designed by the wonderful Mariah Lirette (www.instagram.com/mariahhx)

Is The Madness of King George Streaming?

USA: HBO Max, HBO, Direct TV

Canada: available to rent on Cineplex Store, Google and YouTube

UK: available to rent on Amazon

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NUNS! Yes, folks, Brendan and Jason tackle their first Michael Powell/Emeric Pressburger joint - 1947's Black Narcissus. The guys go deep into how this film influenced Martin Scorsese, the way in which the film utilizes its cinematography and matte paintings and of course... some of the more problematic elements are discussed. Plus: The guys roll the dice to find out what movie they'll be covering next week. What is YOUR favourite Powell/Pressburger collaboration? What about this film? Was this the best one? Full List: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BFI_Top_100_British_films Facebook: www.facebook.com/forscreenandcountry Twitter: www.twitter.com/bfi_pod Our logo was designed by the wonderful Mariah Lirette (www.instagram.com/mariahhx)

Is Black Narcissus Streaming?

USA: HBO Max and Criterion Channel

Canada: Criterion Channel

UK: Brit Box

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It's time to class up the joint! Brendan and Jason cover the first of two Bond flicks on the list - 1964's Goldfinger! Along with a full discussion of the actual movie which extensively dives into the sexual politics of James Bond himself, the guys also discuss the incredible life of Sir Ian Fleming, Gert Frobe's problematic wartime past, Sean Connery's opinion on other Bonds and much more. Plus: The guys roll the dice to find out what movie they'll be covering next week. Where does Goldfinger rank for you? Is it the best? Overrated? How do you feel about the overall franchise? Full List: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BFI_Top_100_British_films Facebook: www.facebook.com/forscreenandcountry Twitter: www.twitter.com/bfi_pod Our logo was designed by the wonderful Mariah Lirette (www.instagram.com/mariahhx)

Is Goldfinger Streaming?

USA: available to rent everywhere

Canada: Crave+

UK: available to rent on Microsoft, Amazon and Apple TV

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Ah, yes - it had to happen sooner or later. Brendan and Jason dive into Laurence Olivier's Shakespearean epic - 1944's Henry V. They talk about its reputation as the first successful Shakespeare film adaptation, discuss its use as wartime propaganda, marvel at the cinematography and the way in which the film is "staged" (almost in a literal sense) and much more. Plus: The guys roll the dice to find out what movie they'll be covering next week. Where does this rank as a successful Shakespeare adaptation for you? What are YOUR favourite films made from the Bard's works? Full List: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BFI_Top_100_British_films Facebook: www.facebook.com/forscreenandcountry Twitter: www.twitter.com/bfi_pod Our logo was designed by the wonderful Mariah Lirette (www.instagram.com/mariahhx)

Is Henry V Streaming?

USA: HBO Max and Criterion Channel

Canada: Criterion Channel

UK: available to rent on Amazon

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