You’re only supposed to blow the bloody doors off!
In this episode of Mart and Trev’s The Deja Review, we dive into one of the most famous heist movies ever made by comparing the British crime classic The Italian Job, starring Michael Caine, with the slick Hollywood remake The Italian Job, starring Mark Wahlberg and Charlize Theron.
The 1969 original became a British cult classic thanks to its unforgettable Mini Cooper chase through Turin, its legendary one-liners, and one of the most famous cliffhanger endings in cinema history. Decades later, the 2003 remake reimagined the heist with modern technology, a star-studded cast, and a high-speed Mini Cooper chase through the streets and subways of Los Angeles.
Mart and Trev break down the heist plans, the iconic car chases, the characters, and the biggest differences between the films, asking whether the remake improves the job… or if the original still pulls off the perfect getaway.
Does the 1969 classic still steal the gold…
or does the 2003 remake drive away with the prize?
Get in the Minis… the heist begins.
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The Italian Job was originally scheduled to be released July 7th 2024 but the release has been brought forward due to the sad announcement of the death of Donald Sutherland, who stars in the remake.
This episode was recorded only a few days before the announcement of his death.
It will now serve as our dedication to the late great actor.
Our thoughts are with his family at this time.
From all of us at The Deja Review
Thank you.
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TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Dedication to Donald Sutherland
01:26 Exploring The Italian Job
03:18 Character Introductions and Plot Setup
08:29 The Heist Plan and Team Dynamics
12:41 The Role of the Mafia and Tension Building
18:20 The Chase and Action Sequences
24:31 The Gold Heist Execution
30:08 Reflections on the Film's Legacy
34:27 Iconic Lines and Misquotes
35:53 The Original Story vs. Remake
36:51 Cast and Box Office Success
37:51 Comparing Original and Remake
38:51 Character Introductions and Development
40:20 Character Dynamics and Relationships
42:13 Michael Caine vs. Donald Sutherland
44:07 Heist vs. Revenge: Plot Dynamics
46:57 Cameos and Easter Eggs
49:41 Post-Ocean's Eleven Heist Style
51:34 Physics and Logic in Heist Films
53:52 Gold Value and Logistics
55:39 Marvel Cameos and References
57:01 Final Thoughts on the Film
01:01:22 Nostalgia and Film Comparisons
01:07:37 Listener Engagement and Future Episodes
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