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In this episode of ‘Help Me Watch,’ hosts Chris, Franco, and Jonathan dive into the beloved holiday film ‘Home Alone.’ They discuss behind-the-scenes stories, production challenges, and interesting trivia about the movie, including insights from Chris Columbus and Macaulay Culkin’s commentary. Other topics covered include recent personal viewing experiences and notable new home media releases. The hosts reflect on the movie’s enduring legacy, including its impact on stunt work and how it remains a staple in holiday entertainment. The episode concludes with the announcement of ‘The Best Christmas Pageant Ever’ as the next and final review for the year.
00:00 Introduction and Hosts
00:34 Stranger Things Finale Ticket Saga
03:59 Current TV Show Reviews
08:49 Star Wars Original Theatrical Release Announcement
11:21 Netflix and Warner Bros. Acquisition News
18:47 New Movie and TV Releases
23:32 Home Alone Review
32:07 The Shovel and the Struggle
32:36 Family Dysfunction and Wealth
33:38 Snow and Special Effects
34:08 Kevin’s Cleverness and Police Oversight
36:22 Behind the Scenes: Joe Pesci’s Scar and Airport Filming
39:37 Kevin’s Grocery Trick and Elvis Conspiracy
40:51 Santa Claus and Practical Effects
41:58 Tarantula Scene and High School Set
43:02 John Candy’s Improvisation and Budget Challenges
45:39 Warner Bros. Shutdown and Fox Takeover
47:39 Stunt Filming and John Williams’ Score
49:28 Chris Columbus’ Journey to Directing Home Alone
51:32 Home Alone’s Timeless Appeal and Modern Challenges
56:26 Scoring Home Alone: Final Thoughts
01:00:27 Closing Remarks and Next Episode Preview
One Minute Review: Plur1bus | The Chair Company
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By Help Me WatchIn this episode of ‘Help Me Watch,’ hosts Chris, Franco, and Jonathan dive into the beloved holiday film ‘Home Alone.’ They discuss behind-the-scenes stories, production challenges, and interesting trivia about the movie, including insights from Chris Columbus and Macaulay Culkin’s commentary. Other topics covered include recent personal viewing experiences and notable new home media releases. The hosts reflect on the movie’s enduring legacy, including its impact on stunt work and how it remains a staple in holiday entertainment. The episode concludes with the announcement of ‘The Best Christmas Pageant Ever’ as the next and final review for the year.
00:00 Introduction and Hosts
00:34 Stranger Things Finale Ticket Saga
03:59 Current TV Show Reviews
08:49 Star Wars Original Theatrical Release Announcement
11:21 Netflix and Warner Bros. Acquisition News
18:47 New Movie and TV Releases
23:32 Home Alone Review
32:07 The Shovel and the Struggle
32:36 Family Dysfunction and Wealth
33:38 Snow and Special Effects
34:08 Kevin’s Cleverness and Police Oversight
36:22 Behind the Scenes: Joe Pesci’s Scar and Airport Filming
39:37 Kevin’s Grocery Trick and Elvis Conspiracy
40:51 Santa Claus and Practical Effects
41:58 Tarantula Scene and High School Set
43:02 John Candy’s Improvisation and Budget Challenges
45:39 Warner Bros. Shutdown and Fox Takeover
47:39 Stunt Filming and John Williams’ Score
49:28 Chris Columbus’ Journey to Directing Home Alone
51:32 Home Alone’s Timeless Appeal and Modern Challenges
56:26 Scoring Home Alone: Final Thoughts
01:00:27 Closing Remarks and Next Episode Preview
One Minute Review: Plur1bus | The Chair Company
Movie News:
Star Wars the ORIGINAL theatrical release, coming back to theaters in 2027 for its 50th anniversary, will this be the LaserDisc transfer, or did Disney find original 35mm prints somewhere?
Netflix to buy Warner Bros./HBO. Is this the end of physical media? Movie theaters? Life as we know it?
New Releases:
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Paramount Pictures
American Psycho 4K (Uncut Version) (2000)
Lionsgate Films
Anaconda 4K (1997)
Sony Pictures
Catch Me If You Can 4K (2002)
Paramount Pictures
Catch Me If You Can 4K (Limited Edition) (2002)
Paramount Pictures
Dogma 4K (1999)
Lionsgate Films
Dogma 4K (25th Anniversary) (1999)
Lionsgate Films
Hazbin Hotel: Season One (2024)
A24
Jarhead 4K (20th Anniversary) (2005)
Universal Studios
Minority Report 4K (2002)
Paramount Pictures
Minority Report 4K (Limited Edition) (2002)
Paramount Pictures
Nacho Libre 4K (2006)
Kino Lorber
Riddick 4K (2013)
Shout Factory
The Blues Brothers 4K (45th Anniversary Edition) (1980)
Universal Studios
The Emperor’s New Groove 4K (2000)
Disney / Buena Vista
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RLJ Entertainment
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