NOT MY GENRE: The Fireteller Film Review

We get a bit devious this week as we delve into the villainous world of Disney’s CRUELLA. Go check it out on Disney+ now and then tune in to hear what we thought of it. We chat about the difference between positive, flat and negative arc heroes and assess the characterisation in the film. Was this film Disneyfied or Disneyfried? Also, its Podcast 39 which is Nate’s age. Also, Will rudely thinks Nate is much older. Also: La!

It’s time to kick some serious zombie butt in Episode 38 of NOT MY GENRE. This week we review Zack Snyder’s ARMY OF THE DEAD on Netflix. Check it out and tune in to hear us warble on about how we think it could have been written better. We’re going blood, guts and gore as we venture into a film that is definitely ‘not our genre’ but surprisingly surprises us! Also: Nathan is a genius 'bookkeeper' (wtf?!)

“It’s coming out of me like lava!”. VINTAGE Podcast Alert! This week we delve into the madness of Paul Feig’s BRIDESMAIDS. Take a dive with us back to 2011 and celebrate the 10th anniversary of the funniest film ever! We take a good squiz at the protagonist’s neurosis and how they are manifested in Helen, arguably one of the best villains ever. Throw on your best Fritz Bernaise, crack a towel in half, grease up and pull in for the female fight club of comedies. Also, Nathan has been sick for three days but not because he went to a dodgy BBQ restaurant. 

Stop the press! Re-brand alert! We are back with a new look, a new name and a new groove. In podcast 36 we say goodbye to ‘Totes Ridic Profesh’ and welcome the new us- ‘NOT MY GENRE’. Join us as we delve deep into the fundamental story structure of Netflix’s LOVE AND MONSTERS. Go watch it now and then tune in to hear us break down the core story and give our two cents worth. Usual tomfoolery applies.

Goodbye Puddin’ and hello emancipation! Yes, this week we review BIRDS OF PREY: THE FANTABULOUS EMANCIPATION OF ONE HARLEY QUINN. Tune in to hear our thoughts on this kick-arse action romp and everything to do with DC superheroes (hint: we surprise ourselves with our scores). Check it out on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher and Spotify!

Mystery runs in the the Holmes’ family. We’re reviewing Enola Holmes on Netflix! The newest iteration of the Sherlock Holmes saga this time focussing on his little sis Enola (spelled Alone backwards). Join us for swashbuckling adventures and genius deducing as we review the symbols and motifs evident within the story. Also, Will eats a cheesecake. Double also, Nathan finally finds his genre.

Our review of AMERICAN BEAUTY. Look closer! Tune in to our movie podcast TOTES RIDIC PROFESH to hear what we think of Sam Mendes' Oscar winning film American Beauty. Has our reading of the film changed post Kevin Spacey? We also discuss meandering abstract desire lines for characters in drama. Also, shout out to Paula Abdul.

“Be excellent to each other, and party on dudes!’. This week on TOTES RIDIC PROFESH we review the totally bogus new movie BILL AND TED FACE THE MUSIC. Tune in to hear our thoughts on creating films within a fandom context over a universal audience. Do they succeed? Also, we discuss the core story and the huge pitfalls we believe the creative team made. Also, both Will and Nate froth at the mouth continuously.

MULAN IS OUT ON DISNEY+! In episode 31 of our movie review podcast TOTES RIDIC PROFESH we review the brand new live action epic MULAN that just got released on Disney+. Its rare to see a film that so divides people’s opinions: tune in to hear us bounce around from highs to lows, from phoenix’s to Mushu’s, from songs to wire-fu, from girls to boys, and hawks to witches. Usual antics apply :)

I GOT THAT POWER, POWER, POWER!! This week on TOTES RIDIC PROFESH we review the new Netflix film PROJECT POWER. It’s been in the top 10 list for a while now, is it everything people say it is? Tune in to our movie review podcast to hear our opinions about the film. We discuss primal storytelling and how it can really boost identification with the audience. Also, Nathan is on a 72 hour fast.