Tom Hanks Defence Force

Brexit. A word that British people are sick of hearing on a daily basis. So, what better subject matter to discuss on a light-hearted film podcast. Brexit is likely to have a phenomenal impact on the UK and Europe, and the UK's film industry is no exception. But how exactly will Brexit change the UK film industry? How will cinema portray Brexit in the years to come? And what will happen in the Brexit the Movie? Listen to Jack and Alex as they're joined by special guests Rob Byrne and Jacob Rees Mogg to discuss these matters, as well as the plot and cast of the potentially one-day Brexit movie.

Chainsaws have characterised modern horror films since the 1970s. These franchises include The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, The Evil Dead, and the one we’re discussing today… Hollywood Chainsaw Hookers. While scouring HMV for the Fifty Shades of Grey boxset, Jack discovered a forgotten masterpiece. Heartlessly shunned by The Academy, this 1988 grindhouse flick has everything a wholesome family film needs: Hollywood, hookers and chainsaws. This is an actual film. We watched it.

The idea of autonomous vehicles is one of the most commonly discussed concepts in the realm of technology, but how will this affect the film industry? Join Alex and Jack and their ally Dan Green as they pitch films based on Autonomous Cars and discuss how it will affect the future of cinema. What does Dan have to say? How will sci-fi films change? And why is Brum involved? So get in a self-driving car, turn up the bass and burn rubber to Tom Hanks Defence Force. Rated R for Really Fast.

Two years ago, Donald J Trump shocked the world by beating Hilary Clinton in the US elections to become the President of the United States of America. But how has his victory changed cinema? For a special episode broadcast from Trump Tower, join self-proclaimed US political experts Alex and Jack as they discuss how the Donald has changed cinema. The boys looks at films such as The Post and BlackKklansman, as well as how films past and future will change in the age of Trump. So, climb over the wall and grab your Make America Great Hat and listen to Tom Hanks Defence Force.

Found from the depth of the archives next to the episode next to the week old takeaway; it's the first episode of Tom Hanks Defence Force. Join Alex and Jack discuss three topics.

Streaming services for many are a part of daily life, just like Ready Meals and Cold Calls, but what will it mean for the future of suspense entertainment.

2. The internet allows us to connect with the past at the click of a button, once the internet has stopped buffering. But in this age, will we still find films nostalgic in 20 years time?

3. Spielberg is the Kingpin of film directors. But who will be the hier to his throne?

Boba Fett is arguably the most feared Bounty Hunter in the galaxy, but not even he can escape the Disney cancellation reaper. But after being frozen in carbonite, Alex and Jack have been recruited by the Mouse House to save the Boba Fett film from the Sarlacc pit. What will the plot be? Who will play Boba? And how is Bossk involved? So grab your blaster and jetpack, and jump to hyperspace with Tom Hanks Defence Force to find out.

In 2016, Sausage party became the first R-rated computer-generated animation to hit cinemas. It’s combination of Disney-esque graphics with explicit comedy became a source of hilarity, shock and for some, a whole new meaning to feeling guilty while binge eating. But this isn’t the first time a film like this has blessed our screens. From South Park to The Happytime Murders, we discuss how they’ve succeeded, where they’ve failed, and what the future of R-rated animation and puppetry films looks like.

In this episode, the men-who-watch-Troll-2-on-repeat-because-they-just-love-it, Alex and Jack, debate:

- Will superhero franchises ever die?

- Are critics still relevant in the age of the internet?

- Is 3D a dying fad?

'Movie-making is telling a story with the best technology at your disposal.' - Tom Hanks

- When will the golden age of TV die?

- Is it too soon for 'Donald Trump the Movie'?

- Will audiences watch a film made entirely by AI?

Are these questions currently pervading the world of screen? Potentially. Does it take two Tom Hanks fanatics to answer them? Yes it does.

Horror has grown up with the motion picture, but according to an article in The Guardian, it's now 'firmly part of the mainstream'. Using the key horror traits of 'terror', 'horror' and even 'revulsion', Jack and Alex analyse Ari Aster's debut film Hereditary and the upcoming 11th Halloween film to discuss where horror is heading and what we could be seeing in the years to come.

- Should horror reboots remain loyal to what fans want?

- Are we about to see more experimenting with horror conventions?

- And will we soon see a rejection of gore and a return to reliance on atmosphere and suspense?