Which film trailer/previews make you want to spend your hard earned cash at the cinema?

Let Sean and Sarah from Weird Horizon help with that, by reviewing trailers for upcoming 2024 films and a few old favourites.

Welcome to Preview it Yourself.

They also discuss queues, obviously.

My Guest:

Sarah from Weird Horizon has joined Sean for more discussions than any other podcaster. 19 collaborations so far! Thank You Sarah.

Weird Horizon: Discussions on the spooky and the esoteric, the counter-cultural and the just plain weird.

Find It Here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weirdhorizon

Reviewed Trailers:

-The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare.

-Twisters.

-The Strangers Chapter One.

-Imaginary.

-Alex Garland's 'Civil War'.

-A Quiet Place Day One.

-Fallout (Apple TV Series).

Old Favourites:

-The Strangers (2008).

-Deep Impact (1998).

-A Trailer for 'When The Wind Blows (1987)' or as they advertise it "Threads (1984) for Kids".

-A VHS Trailer-do you even know what those are.

-Creep (2004).

Raised Questions:

-Has Review It Yourself ever broke new ground?

-Are the English masters at pussy-footing around subjects?

-Why do the English love a queue?

-What is with cats and 2024 trailers?

-Are cats any use in a post-apocalyptic world?

-Is there anything coming out which does not feel unoriginal or isn't a remake?

-What do they think is in a hurricane?

-Has the Twisters trailer finally pushed Sean's sanity over the edge? (He mixed up the songs)

-What is it with Sean and Sarah and 'Hand Horror' films?

-Whatever happened to Kirsten Dunst?

-Whatever happened to Renny Harlin?

-What kind of podcast guest eats Walnuts whilst recording?

-How has Sarah never seen Creep (2004)?

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The fantastic Sarah from 'Weird Horizon' returns to review The Da Vinci Code (2006) Extended Cut and help Sean answer the question:

How DID they get that thing shifted?

My Guest:

Sarah from Weird Horizon has joined Sean for more discussions than any other podcaster. Thank You Sarah.

Weird Horizon: Discussions on the spooky and the esoteric, the counter-cultural and the just plain weird.

Find It Here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/weirdhorizon

Discussion Points:

-Tom Hanks's hair!

-The Cover Description returns.

-Sarah and Sean discuss the extended and additional scenes in this cut.

-Sarah describes the film as a "real treat" with a "stacked cast".

-Sean and Sarah can't get over the fact that this film is 18 years old.

-Sean struggles with the names, particularly the French ones, which wouldn't be a problem if the majority of the film didn't take place in France.

-The amount of antibiotics that Silas is constantly on.

-Bezu Fache has no interest in small talk.

-Sarah got confused between the Italian and the Latin.

-Sarah made a list of the stupid names in this film.

-Selling a two-hour film in 2006, not an easy job.

-That CUT Earthquake scene.

-Sarah loves a dinner party.

Raised Questions:

-Why was Sean's introduction so dramatic?

-Why did Sean first watch this film on a ferry?

-Have you ever stayed in a hotel with a private mode?

-Does your impression of a film change as you get older?

-Is Paul Bettany England's answer to Nicolas Cage?

-Does this film have the best surnames in a film since Sleepy Hollow (1999)?

-Is this podcast a scar on the face of Paris?

-Do you want to chase a mullet-clad Tom Hanks?

-Why did they go for that hairstyle for Professor Robert Langdon?

-What is Bishop Aringarosa feeding Silas from that bowl?

-Is taking a 2 hour plus film and making it 28 minutes longer a wise thing?

-Why did Sarah have such a problem with the names?

-Did you think that the Robert Langdon character needed more personality?

Random Recommendation:

-Wimbledon (2004).

-For more correct grammar in mortal situations, see Red Dwarf Series VI, Episode One 'Psirens'.

-In the Heart of The Sea (2015).

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Trailer:

Chatsunami: Season Two.

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The first official (recorded) PodPack Collective Collaboration with Dan from Casting Views.

Sean is joined by the English Linguist a.k.a. Dan from Casting Views to review Rocky (1976)-a boxing film which isn't about boxing.

*The film review begins at 10.35 minutes.

Discussion Points:

-A quick explanation of 'The PodPack Collective', with it's current members at the time of recording.

-The irrelevance of the boxing.

-The realistic performances in the film.

-The writing talent of Sylvester Stallone.

-The American Dream and struggling with your 'lot in life'.

-The tormented character of Paulie.

-Dan and Sean discuss 'Paulie's outburst' scene.

-The importance of a gym locker.

Raised Questions:

-What is The PodPack Collective?

-How had Sean never seen this before?

-What is that driver's problem?

-How much did that hat cost?

-Is the ice-skating scene better with nobody in it?

-Why does the film feel so real?

Dan will return to review The Godfather (1972). This film was recorded before the passing of Carl Weathers.

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Defend It Yourself continues with a modern day classic: John Carter (2012) in which a American Civil War Veteran ends up on Barsoom (Mars).

Brenda and Sean defend John Carter, a brilliant adventure film or as they put it "A Family Friendly Game of Thrones".

Yes, we're serious.

Discussion Points:

-Sean apologises to Sivako: Road To Avatar podcast within minutes.

-Brenda and Sean discuss Avatar (2009), Godzilla Minus One (2023), Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny (2023), and Nope (2022), before the John Carter review begins 10 minutes in.

-The abject failure of the marketing for John Carter.

-Sean and Brenda lament that this film didn't get the reaction that it deserved.

-The parallels between this film and Waterworld (1995).

-Don't compare yourself to other franchises.

-Sean has a nightmare with the names.

-The risk aversion attitude of film studios.

-The great world-building.

-Brenda thinks the runtime could have been shortened.

-The very strong characters in the film.

-The importance of trailers.

Raised Questions:

-How has it been a year and a half since Brenda guested on the podcast?

-Does Brenda need to defend this film?

-Why does Sean always use food analogies?

-Should they have changed the title from John Carter of Mars?

-Should Sean employ Brenda as segway-creator?

-Should Disney have had more faith in the film?

-Why don't they let film directors handle the trailers?

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Ryan and Kevin from 'The Almost Presidents Podcast' return to discuss this forgotten British documentary film which depicts the fictional assassination of George W. Bush, in Death of a President (2006).

Discussion Points:

-This one really pushes the No Politics rule. Sean "cops-out" by saying that they are discussing history.

-Sean recalls the controversy around the film when it first aired in the UK.

-The trickery and special effects used to portray the events in this film.

-Kevin and Ryan discuss their thoughts on the film.

-Sean believes the film could be a comment on the British involvement in the Afghanistan and Iraq wars.

-Sean does a quick-tour of the 'Special Relationship' between American and Britain since the Second World War.

-The clever assimilation of facts from other Presidential Assassinations and Assassination attempts.

-The use of footage from Ronald Reagan's funeral.

-The impact of fear.

-The lack of any lasting impact from this film.

-Ryan and Kevin consider whether the film was too inflammatory.

Raised Questions:

-Did the British film-makers use this film as an analogy for British involvement in 'The War on Terror'?

-Was the film too provocative in it's premise?

-Would it have worked better as a courtroom drama?

-Does the film touch on a lot of subjects, but not dive enough into any of them?

-Wouldn't you find your fingerprints all over the office where you work?

-Why did the set the shooting of Bush outside of a hotel?

-What are the links between this film and Chicago Fire (2012)?

-Do films affect and mould social memory?

-Was the film too of its time?

-Is the film a victim of its own premise?

-Was the film a bit too slow at times?

-Can you ever 'win' when discussing politics?

-Why has Sean been keeping an eye out for Al Gore news?

Random Recommendations:

-The West Wing (1999-2006).

-24 (2001-2010).

-Cheers (1982-1993) Season 1, Episode 16 'The Boys in the Bar', aired in 1983.

-Parkland (2013)-Tom Welling is the actor.

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Sean and Satsu from Chatsunami bring you a review that literally nobody wants!

Saltburn (2023).

Discussion Points:

-Satsu feels defeated.

-The reason Sean finally decided to watch the film.

-The inconsistent accent.

-Why this film reminded Sean, of Johnny English (2003) and Will from The Inbetweeners.

-Satsu and Sean struggle to understand the point of the film.

-The failed plot twist.

-Sean didn't buy the obsession.

-The lack of depth in the film.

-The good performances of the cast.

-The lack of baths in Saltburn House.

Raised Questions:

-Is Sean the positive one?

-Does this film explain the state of modern film making?

-If it wasn't for the minging bits, would anyone be talking about this?

-Why would they choose Scouse?

-Are the characters like wafer thin ham?

-Who reads the reading list at uni?

-Is this just a raunchy version of Midsomer Murders?

-Do other people's positive opinions make Sean more negative?

Random Recommendations:

-The Boy Next Door (2015).

-Parasite (2019).

-The Talented Mr Ripley (1999).

-The Little Vampire (2000).

-The Riot Club (2014)-not the posh boys.

-Cherrybomb (2009), starring Rupert Grint.

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SaVon from the Coffee and Comments YouTube Channel is back to discuss one of his favourite films: Interstellar (2014).

10 years later, does the film still reach the highest heights?

"I hope people who listen to this podcast watch films, because if not you're in for real trouble with my examples".

My Guest:

Check out the YouTube Channel here- https://www.youtube.com/@coffeeandcomments

Apologies for some audio issues around the 70-75 minute mark.

Discussion Points:

- Christopher Nolan's diminishing returns.

-The Interstellar Teaser Trailer.

-The sheer credit that Nolan gives an audience.

-Sean had forgotten most of the film.

-Matthew McConaughey's unbelievable film and TV run in the 2010's.

-SaVon does not want to get into one of those sleep pods.

-The big wave.

-The parallels of love.

-Matt Damon's re-use of space suits.

-Massive American flags in Armageddon films.

Raised Questions:

-Do people forget about Interstellar?

-Is this the non-spaciest [not a word] space film ever?

-Is the blight worldwide?

-Did you forget Matt Damon was in this film?

-What happened to Topher Grace?

-Is Michael Caine the British version of Morgan Freeman?

-Is podcasting similar to the crew of the ship: screaming into the void, wondering if anyone is listening?

-Did you know who Doctor Brand was in love with?

-Why do they still have normal ropes to protect museum exhibits?

-Were you underwhelmed by the Cooper/Murph reunion?

-Are Nolan films as effective on the small screen?

Thanks for Listening!

Trailer:

Chatsunami: Season Two.

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Review It Yourself host Sean and guest Ryan Walker from 'The Walk The Line Podcast' wish you a Happy New Year with:

Double the Arnie, Double the Action! with their review of The 6th Day (2000) a.k.a. 'Arnie Takes Vancouver'.

"It doesn't matter how much carrot there is, there's always a stick".

My Guest:

Check out Ryan's website here: https://www.thewalkthelinepodcast.com/

Discussion Points:

-Ryan explains his podcast name.

-Sean really appreciated the 'world-building' in this film.

-The DVD synopsis read-through returns.

-The German word for printer and what it's got to do with this film.

-Ryan brings some fantastic trivia about XFL American Football.

-The impressive cast and the top-notch chemistry.

-Ryan has a hissy fit.

-Funny pet names.

-The issue of cloning and whether if a clone can ever truly be 'you'.

-The carrot and stick method.

-The terrifying SimPal Cindy.

-The many, many bullet wounds in the film.

-Arnie's underrated late 90's films.

-Sean and Ryan take you on a whistle stop-tour of Collateral Damage, True Lies and the Candyman films.

Raised Questions:

-What does Review It Yourself have against Arnie films?

-Would you mute people if you could?

-What do you say about this film?

-Did Arnie get double pay?

-Do people really listen to podcasts about films they haven't seen?

-Should Sean reach out to Roger Spottiswoode?

-How good is Robert Duvall?

-Would there be a version of THAT chair for women?

-Why didn't this film make a lasting impact?

-Damn it Oliver [the dog], why did you have to die?

-Is taking your dead dog to be cloned the definition of a good birthday in the future?

-What do Americans build their houses out of?

Thank You to:

-Dan Machholz.

-Lasse Vogt.

-Clayton Jones II.

Random Recommendations:

-Awakenings (1990).

Thanks for Listening!

Trailer:

-Chatsunami: Season Two.

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"As a piece of entertainment it's just not good enough".

Sean discusses the Doctor Who Christmas Special (2023). After deciding to give the special a chance, he was left feeling very underwhelmed.

Discussion Points:

-The waste of the goblins.

-The poor pace of the show.

-Sean compares this episode to Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005), Final Destination (2000) and Hugh Grant in the 1990's.

-The small scale of the episode.

-The cardinal sin of film/television is making something boring.

-The squandering of interesting ideas.

Raised Questions:

-Why is RTD trying to emulate Moffat's writing?

-What was the point in all the pointless time-jumps?

-Remember engaging Doctor Who stories?

-Why is this era tripping over itself to validate the Chibnall era?

-Do they expect people to actually flock to this?

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