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You’ve heard of AI but have you heard of a race so dangerous that it’s been banned, revived, and regularly breaks bones barely 10 seconds in? This week, Sophie and Rory go deep on two very different competitions: the death-defying cheese-rolling event in Gloucestershire, and the tech race that’s reshaping media and entertainment. We break down just how AI tools are changing the video production landscape, what it means for creators, and how we’re adapting. Plus, HBO just dropped the main trio for its new Harry Potter series, we’ve got thoughts. And to top it off: a Rotten Tomatoes battle with the best competition movies of all time. Think you can guess the scores?

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Eurovision 2025 was a massive live broadcast — but is winning still the point?

This week on The Media Couple, we unpack why Eurovision has become less about the trophy and more about creating a viral moment. From the jaw-dropping scale of the live production to the Austria vs. Israel showdown at the end, we break down what Eurovision really rewards now — and why that might be changing.

We also share our favourite acts, wonder what went wrong for Remember Monday, and ask: is it time to rethink the voting process?

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This week on The Media Couple, Sophie and Rory take on the cultural shift that’s making waves across film, media, and Gen Z habits. Why are analogue experiences—like Blockbuster pop-ups and dumb phones—suddenly back? Is it rebellion, exhaustion, or just the natural correction after a decade of algorithm overload?

They also review Another Simple Favor (yes, there's a sequel), unpack Hollywood’s obsession with recycled IP, and try to answer the bigger question: have we finally had enough content?

Smart analysis. Good shade. Real industry talk.

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Trump’s proposed 100% tariffs on foreign film imports are making headlines, and for good reason. In this emergency episode, The Media Couple breaks down how these tariffs could devastate the UK film industry. As BECTU warns, the impact could be "a knockout blow,” threatening thousands of jobs and billions in production investment.

We explore the politics driving the policy, why the UK is particularly vulnerable, and what this means for the global entertainment landscape. If you work in film, TV, or care about the future of British storytelling, this is one you can't miss.

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This week, Sophie and Rory pull back the curtain on two fascinating entertainment stories. First, they analyze why Seth Rogen's The Studio works as both brilliant satire and accidental documentary - from its painfully accurate portrayal of executive meddling to those stunning continuous shots that say more about filmmaking than any dialogue could. Then, they tackle the perplexing case of the Bourne franchise's latest chapter, questioning why this particular spy keeps getting rebooted and whether "The Bourne Dilemma"  is questionable or shows potential. Wrapping up with their signature Rotten Tomatoes showdown, they'll determine which Bourne installment actually deserves its high scores.

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This week, Sophie reaches her breaking point with Netflix's Pride & Prejudice reboot, Rory makes an impassioned case for video game adaptations, and we somehow end up debating whether Jack Lowden should be the next Bond...again!

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This week, Sophie and Rory dive into the White Lotus Season 3 finale (stop reading now if you haven't seen it, spoiler alert!) featuring mass deaths, off-screen drama, and a very public feud between Mike White and the show’s Emmy-winning composer.

Also on the docket: the legal row over a Duke University t-shirt, the ongoing remake obsession with The Bodyguard, and why Tom Cruise might never stop running. Literally.

Plus, a Tom Cruise-themed Rotten Tomatoes game and some very strong opinions about product placement.

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Sam Mendes is giving each Beatle his own movie—and it’s either the most brilliant biopic idea ever or a high-risk cinematic experiment. In this episode, we unpack what it means to turn The Beatles into a film franchise and how Mendes’ approach mirrors Marvel storytelling. We also discuss the return of Rust and its controversial comeback, the BBC license fee increase, and if it can survive in its current form. 

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This week, we’re breaking down two major stories in film & TV that reflect the ever-changing media landscape.

First, we analyze Devil in the Family: The Fall of Ruby Franke, Disney+’s chilling docuseries that dissects the dark ethics of family vlogging and the dangers of social media parenting. As film professionals, we explore how documentary storytelling is shifting towards digital scandals and what that means for the industry.

Then, we dive into Last One Laughing, Amazon Prime’s quietly dominant comedy series that has taken over 28 countries—but why isn’t anyone talking about it? We break down its production model, format innovation, and why it’s a blueprint for cost-effective global content.

Finally, we return to The Rotten Tomatoes Game, ranking the greatest British comedies of all time and discussing why Hollywood refuses to take comedy seriously when it comes to awards season.

Inside This Episode:

• How Devil in the Family uses documentary storytelling to expose digital-age scandals
• The rise & fall of family vloggers: an industry case study
• The production brilliance of Last One Laughing: Why it’s a goldmine for Amazon
• The Rotten Tomatoes Game: Breaking down the best British comedies ever made
• Why the Oscars continue to snub comedy & how that needs to change

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Netflix’s Adolescence is being hailed as one of the most important TV shows in years—but also sparking intense discussion. Tackling incel culture, misogyny, and radicalization, the show is powerful, timely, and technically groundbreaking with its single-shot filming style. But does it deserve the perfect scores?

In this episode of The Media Couple, we discuss:
🎬 Why Adolescence is getting near-perfect reviews
📺 The real-life events that inspired the show
🎥 How the one-shot technique changed everything
🚨 The shocking collapse of VFX giants MPC & The Mill
🏆 Will this sweep awards season?

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*CORRECTION* 
The takes that were used in the episodes of Adolescence are corrected to the following:
Episode 1 used take 2
Episode 2 used take 13

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