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Bad Dads Film Review

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Several years ago 4 self confessed movie fanatics ruined their favourite pastime by having children. Now we are telling the world about the movies we missed and the frequently awful kids tv we are now subjected to. We like to think we're funny. Come and argue with us on the social medias.

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Midweek Mention... The Hidden

March 13, 2024 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MB

Welcome back to the Bad Dads Film Review, where today we're diving into the cult classic depths of The Hidden (1987), a film that blends the thrills of sci-fi, the pace of action, and the intrigue of crime drama into one unforgettable cinematic experience. The Hidden, directed by Jack Sholder, is a gem from the late '80s that may not have dominated the box office but has since garnered a loyal following for its innovative take on the alien invasion trope. The film sets itself apart by embed...

Rustin & Creeped Out

March 08, 2024 04:00 - 1 hour - 49 MB

This week we've decided that you aren't bombarded by enough advertising as you go about your daily life so we start things off with a look at the Top 5 Adverts. From sexy coffee dramas and drum playing gorillas to Tango and sanitary pads, we go full Dad and mostly reminisce.  After that we’ll continue our recent love affair with the biopic as we take a look at NETFLIX’S Oscar Nominated RUSTIN. Now you guys probably already knew that the architect of one of the defining moments of the civil ...

Midweek Mention... Armageddon

March 06, 2024 04:00 - 33 minutes - 23 MB

Never has the divide between us been so sharply illustrated than when reviewing 1998's ARMAGEDDON. For Dan, this is a beloved, often quoted action classic watched fondly with generations of family alike, Sidey likens it to the empty pleasure of a fast food meal whereas Reegs raises the usual litany of complaints he levels at every Michael Bay movie: the directors obsession with awesome macho bro's being awesomely macho, the disorientating editing and chaotic camera whirling, the portrayal of...

Paradise & Pif and Hercule

March 01, 2024 04:00 - 1 hour - 48.1 MB

Welcome back to another episode of Bad Dads Film Review, where today we're celebrating the global tapestry of cinema by spotlighting the top 5 unforgettable foreign characters who've left a lasting impact on the silver screen. Then, we'll delve into the intrigue of "Paradise" (2023), before lighting up the mood with the animated antics of Pif and Hercule. Paradise is set in a near-future dystopian society, a company named AEON dominates the market with a revolutionary technology allowing li...

Midweek Mention... A Man of Action

February 28, 2024 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MB

Welcome back to the Bad Dads Film Review, where today we're diving into the thrilling world of A Man of Action, a movie that explores the gritty underbelly of criminal enterprise, morality, and the price of a life lived on the edge. The film is loosely inspired by the life of Lucio Urtubia, a Spanish anarchist who orchestrated a large-scale counterfeiting operation targeting a major American bank. The film explores the ideological clash between anarchist principles of collective good and t...

The Kitchen & Mr Blobby

February 23, 2024 04:00 - 1 hour - 50.4 MB

Welcome back to another episode of the Bad Dads Film Review! Today, we're celebrating the beautiful game with a look at the top 5 soccer player cameos in movies, stirring the pot with a review of The Kitchen (2023), and taking a nostalgic trip back to the chaotic world of Mr. Blobby. Top 5 Soccer Player Cameos in Movies: David Beckham in King Arthur: Legend of the Sword (2017) - Beckham's appearance as a disgruntled soldier overseeing Arthur's attempt to pull Excalibur from the stone adds ...

Midweek Mention... Escape to Victory

February 21, 2024 04:00 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MB

Welcome back to another episode of Bad Dads Film Review! Today, we're tackling an iconic blend of sports drama and wartime heroics with the 1981 classic, Escape to Victory. Escape to Victory, directed by John Huston, is a film that intriguingly merges the worlds of World War II POW camps with the beautiful game of football (soccer, for our American friends). The movie is set against the backdrop of Nazi-occupied Europe, where a group of Allied prisoners of war (POWs) are roped into playing ...

The Walk & Mighty Mouse

February 16, 2024 04:00 - 57 minutes - 39.4 MB

Welcome back to another episode of Bad Dads Film Review! Today, we're taking a high-flying adventure with The Walk (2015), and then zooming into the animated world of Mighty Mouse for our younger viewers. Directed by Robert Zemeckis and starring Joseph Gordon-Levitt as Philippe Petit, The Walk is a visually stunning film that tells the true story of Petit's daring high-wire walk between the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center in 1974. This film is not just a tale of physical daring but an...

Midweek Mention... Gattaca

February 14, 2024 04:00 - 31 minutes - 21.3 MB

Welcome back to Bad Dads Film Review, where today we're delving into the DNA of a sci-fi masterpiece, Gattaca. This 1997 film, directed by Andrew Niccol, serves up a thought-provoking look at a future dictated by genetic engineering, where your DNA determines your destiny. Gattaca presents a world where society is divided between the "Valids," those genetically engineered for perfection, and the "In-Valids," conceived naturally and seen as inferior. It's a chilling vision of a future where ...

First Man & Lower Decks

February 09, 2024 04:00 - 54 minutes - 37.4 MB

Welcome back to another episode of Bad Dads Film Review! Today, we're embarking on a journey that spans the monumental to the microscopic, starting with our top 5 iconic statues in film, blasting off with First Man, and then warping to the comedic cosmos of Lower Decks. Top 5 Iconic Statues in Film (which may or may not make our list....): The Statue of Liberty in Planet of the Apes (1968) - The unforgettable reveal of the half-buried statue is a powerful symbol of a fallen civilization an...

Midweek Mention... The Bulldog Breed

February 07, 2024 04:00 - 19 minutes - 13.7 MB

Welcome back to Bad Dads Film Review, where today we're setting our sights on a classic piece of British cinema, The Bulldog Breed. Released in 1960, this film is a delightful mix of comedy, romance, and a dash of patriotism, embodying the charm and wit of early British films. The Bulldog Breed stars the iconic Norman Wisdom, known for his slapstick humor and impeccable comedic timing, as Norman Puckle. After being rejected by the love of his life for not being adventurous enough, Puckle jo...

The Iceman & Ladybug and Cat Noir

February 02, 2024 04:00 - 1 hour - 62.6 MB

Welcome back to the Bad Dads Film Review, where today we’re taking you on a journey to the world's most exotic destinations before diving into the chilling depths of The Iceman and swinging over to Paris with Ladybug and Cat Noir for our younger viewers. Top 5 Exotic Destinations in Films: The Beach (2000) - Thailand: Leonardo DiCaprio discovers an idyllic, secret island paradise in Thailand, showcasing the stunning beauty and allure of Southeast Asia's landscapes. Eat Pray Love (2010) - ...

Midweek Mention... A Prayer Before Dawn

January 31, 2024 04:00 - 35 minutes - 24.1 MB

Welcome back to another gripping episode of Bad Dads Film Review! Today, we're stepping into the gritty, raw, and intense world of A Prayer Before Dawn. A Prayer Before Dawn is a harrowing tale of survival set in the notorious Klong Prem Prison in Thailand. Directed by Jean-Stéphane Sauvaire, this 2017 film is based on the true story of Billy Moore, a young English boxer who finds himself incarcerated in one of Thailand's most fearsome jails. The movie follows Moore's journey as he navigat...

You Were Never Really Here & Gymnastics Academy

January 26, 2024 04:00 - 1 hour - 48.9 MB

Welcome back to Bad Dads Film Review! Today we're diving into some unique cinematic waters – we're ranking the top 5 representations of professions in movies (for better or worse), delving into the gritty world of You Were Never Really Here, and flipping over to Gymnastics Academy for the kids' segment. Top 5 Representations of Professions in Movies: Lawyers in A Few Good Men: The intense courtroom drama gives us a gripping look at military lawyers in action. Chefs in Ratatouille: Who kne...

Midweek Mention... Robocop

January 24, 2024 04:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MB

ROBOCOP (1987) was almost certainly one of, if not the first, 18 rated movie I ever saw, an ultraviolent and pulpy satire about consumerism, urban decay, privitisation and the military industrial complex. Cheerfully sardonic world building, iconic design and an inimitable performance from Peter Weller together with a script packed full of memorable lines and some genuinely disturbing scenes that have scarred themselves forever into my psyche continue to make this a modern sci-fi masterpiece....

Overboard & Horrid Henry

January 19, 2024 04:00 - 1 hour - 49.1 MB

Ahoy there, fellow Bad Dads! Today's episode of the Bad Dads Film Review is teeing off with our top picks of golf movies, sailing into a classic comedy from the 80s, and wrapping up with a bit of mischievous fun for the kids. Top 5 Golf Movies: Caddyshack (1980): A comedy classic that’s as much about golf as it is about gophers and gut-busting laughs. Happy Gilmore (1996): Adam Sandler brings his unique brand of humor to the golf course in this hilarious underdog story. Tin Cup (1996): A...

Midweek Mention... Enchanted

January 17, 2024 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MB

Welcome back to another magical episode of Bad Dads Film Review! Today, we're diving into the charming, whimsical, and downright delightful world of Enchanted. Enchanted, released in 2007 and directed by Kevin Lima, cleverly combines the fantastical elements of animated fairy tales with the gritty reality of live-action. This Disney film begins in the animated world of Andalasia, where the typical fairy tale tropes are turned on their head when our heroine, Giselle, is thrust into the real ...

The Greatest Beer Run Ever & Little Lunch

January 12, 2024 04:00 - 1 hour - 48.6 MB

Welcome back to another episode of Bad Dads Film Review. Today, we're mixing it up with a delectable discussion of top movie lunches, followed by a dive into a unique beer-fueled adventure, and wrapping up with a peek into the charming world of kids' TV. Top 5 Lunches in Movies: The Lunch Date in "When Harry Met Sally": Who can forget the iconic Katz's Deli scene? It's not just about what they ate, but the unforgettable conversation that made movie history. The Cafeteria Scene in "The Bre...

Midweek Mention... Still Crazy

January 10, 2024 04:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MB

Welcome back to another episode of Bad Dads Film Review, where today we're dialling the time machine back to the late '90s for a dose of rock-n-roll nostalgia with Still Crazy. Still Crazy, a 1998 British comedy-drama directed by Brian Gibson, takes us on a hilarious and heart-warming journey with a fictional '70s rock band, Strange Fruit, as they attempt a comeback after a tumultuous split two decades earlier. It's a story about second chances, the bonds of friendship, and the enduring pow...

Pain Hustlers

January 05, 2024 04:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MB

Welcome back to Bad Dads Film Review, where today we're delving into the murky waters of moral ambiguity with the riveting (?!) drama, Pain Hustlers. Pain Hustlers takes us into the heart of the opioid crisis, a topic as timely as it is troubling. This isn't just a story about drug sales; it's a tale of desperation, ambition, and the American Dream gone awry. Liza Drake, played by Emily Blunt, is a single mother grappling with financial instability. Her world turns upside down when she lan...

Midweek Mention... Heat

January 03, 2024 04:00 - 35 minutes - 24.6 MB

Welcome back to Bad Dads Film Review! Today, we're delving into the crime-thriller world with a deep dive into the 1995 classic, Heat. Directed by Michael Mann, Heat is set in the crime-ridden streets of Los Angeles and is known for its gritty realism and intense action. This film isn't just a heist movie; it's a complex narrative exploring the lives and motivations of both the criminals and the law enforcement pursuing them. The story revolves around Neil McCauley (Robert De Niro), a prof...

Andy the Talking Hedgehog

December 29, 2023 09:00 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MB

Welcome back to another whimsical episode of Bad Dads Film Review! Today, we're stepping out of our usual cinematic realms and diving into the charmingly peculiar world of Andy the Talking Hedgehog. Andy the Talking Hedgehog is one of those movies that make you wonder about the endless possibilities of family film-making. Released in 2018, this film introduces us to the titular character, Andy, a hedgehog who, much to everyone's surprise, can talk! In this family adventure, we follow the s...

Midweek Mention... Office Christmas Party

December 27, 2023 17:00 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MB

Welcome back to Bad Dads Film Review, where today we're swapping our usual film fare for some holiday hilarity with the raucous comedy, Office Christmas Party. Office Christmas Party, directed by Josh Gordon and Will Speck, turns the dial up on the traditional holiday get-together. The film captures the essence of every office party you've ever been to – and then takes it to a whole new, uproarious level. It's set in a tech company that decides to throw the ultimate Christmas bash in a desp...

The Christmas Chronicles 2

December 22, 2023 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MB

If it surivived the edit, a story about Dan's gargantuan toe map kicks off tonights festive episode as we take a look at Netflix's THE CHRISTMAS CHRONICLES 2. Having enjoyed the family-friendly action hijinks and inspired casting of Kurt Russell in the original, expectations were high for this sequel. Whilst the pure sexiness of Russell's Marvelequse Santa continues to dazzle us, unfortunately the film takes a long time to get going and drops its emotional arc to digress on expansions to the...

Midweek Mention... Violent Night

December 20, 2023 04:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MB

Welcome back to another episode of Bad Dads Film Review! Today, we're donning our Santa hats and diving into the action-packed, darkly comedic world of Violent Night. Violent Night takes the classic holiday movie and flips it on its head. Think less 'Miracle on 34th Street' and more 'Die Hard' meets 'Bad Santa.' This isn't your typical feel-good Christmas film; it's a wild ride that blends festive cheer with high-octane action. The story unfolds on Christmas Eve, as a group of mercenaries ...

Midweek Mention... Mixed by Erry

December 13, 2023 04:00 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MB

Hey there, Bad Dads! On today's episode of the Bad Dads Film Review, we're stepping into a time machine and cruising through the streets of 1980s Naples with the Italian biographical comedy, "Mixed by Erry" (2023). Imagine the vibrant, bustling streets of Naples, Italy, where the air buzzes with the latest music hits, all thanks to three brothers and their legendary mixtapes. "Mixed by Erry" isn't just a film; it's a nostalgic journey back to an era where mixtapes were the Spotify of the da...

One Hour Photo & Press Gang

December 08, 2023 04:00 - 59 minutes - 41.2 MB

Hello, film-loving Dads! Today on Bad Dads Film Review, we're zooming in on some of the most iconic photographs in movie history, exploring a thriller that'll make you rethink your next photo development, and reminiscing about a classic kids' TV show. Top 5 Photos in Movies: Photographs in films can be powerful – they can tell a story, evoke emotion, or even become iconic in their own right. Let's delve into some of the most memorable photos in cinema. Think of the haunting snapshots in The...

Midweek Mention... Pecker

December 06, 2023 04:00 - 22 minutes - 15.2 MB

Today we're taking a trip back to the late '90s to discuss a quirky, offbeat gem: Pecker (1998). Directed by John Waters, Pecker is a comedy that tells the story of a young amateur photographer in Baltimore, played by Edward Furlong. Pecker, so nicknamed for his childhood habit of pecking at his food, captures pictures of his eccentric family and the colourful characters around his neighbourhood. When his work catches the eye of a New York art dealer, he's suddenly thrust into the world of ...

No Time To Die & James Bond Jnr

December 01, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 55.5 MB

Today, we're suiting up for a Bond-themed extravaganza, exploring the coolest gadgets and rides from 007's arsenal, diving into the latest Bond flick, and taking a nostalgic trip with a unique twist on the franchise for the younger audience. We wanted to chat about Bond Girls. But maybe that's just not ok any more. So instead we landed on gadgets and vehicles. Can you think of any favourites? Next, we're dissecting "No Time to Die," Daniel Craig's swan song as James Bond. This film brings ...

Midweek Mention... Casino Royale

November 29, 2023 04:00 - 48 minutes - 33.7 MB

Today, we're donning our tuxedos and stepping into the high-stakes world of espionage with the 2006 James Bond reboot, Casino Royale. Casino Royale marks a significant shift in the Bond franchise, introducing Daniel Craig as a more rugged, emotionally complex 007. Gone are the over-the-top gadgets and eyebrow-raising one-liners of previous Bonds. Instead, Craig brings a raw, visceral intensity to the character, along with a vulnerability we hadn't quite seen before. The film, directed by M...

El Conde & Mouk

November 24, 2023 04:00 - 51 minutes - 35.4 MB

Hello again, movie-loving Dads! On today's episode of Bad Dads Film Review, we're journeying through cinematic stories enriched by the art of narration, before diving into a thrilling main feature and a charming kids' TV show that's sure to capture your little ones' imagination. Top 5 Films with a Narrator: Narration in films can be a powerful tool, adding layers of depth and perspective. Let's talk about some of the best films where narrators have truly made their mark. Remember the haunti...

Midweek Mention... Cinderella Man

November 22, 2023 04:00 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MB

Today, we're lacing up our gloves and stepping into the ring with a real underdog story, Cinderella Man. Directed by Ron Howard, Cinderella Man takes us back to the Great Depression, where we meet James J. Braddock, a once-promising boxer forced into retirement after a string of losses. Played with a compelling blend of grit and vulnerability by Russell Crowe, Braddock struggles to support his family during these tough times. But as fate would have it, he gets a second chance – an opportuni...

Widows & Dinotrux

November 17, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 54.5 MB

In this week's chaotic symphony of opinions first impressions matter as we break down the Top 5 Opening Scenes in movie history. Whether the rest of the movie is a masterpiece or not, these scenes captured our attention from the outset. From Kevin Costner peeing into a cup and drinking it in the opening moments of WATERWORLD to the librarian from GHOSTBUSTERS to Michael’s first kill in HALLOWEEN, literally none of these movies are mentioned. Five years after Steve McQueen’s 12 YEARS A SLAVE...

Midweek Mention... The Score

November 15, 2023 04:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MB

Robert De Niro, Marlon Brando, Edward Norton and Angela Bassett teamed up with director Frank Oz for a classic 'One Last Job' type setup in heist movie THE SCORE (2001). Solid if predictable with decent pacing, it's that stellar cast which sets it apart and Brando is suitably curious in his final on-screen performance. We discuss the hilarious muppet based on set hostility and Edward Norton's recurring roles playing people pretending to have disabilities. We love to hear from our listeners!...

The Mule & The Last Bus

November 10, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 52 MB

Hey there, Dads and film aficionados! It’s time for another episode of Bad Dads Film Review, and today we’re cozying up to delve into two compelling tales of age, regret, and reconciliation. First on our list is The Mule, brought to us by the legendary Clint Eastwood. In this gritty drama inspired by true events, Eastwood plays Earl Stone, a man in his 80s who stumbles into a job as a drug courier for a Mexican cartel. His journey is not just one of dodging law enforcement and transporting ...

Midweek Mention... Unforgiven

November 08, 2023 04:00 - 39 minutes - 27.1 MB

Welcome back to Bad Dads Film Review, where this week we're saddling up and riding into the gritty world of Clint Eastwood's 1992 revisionist Western, Unforgiven. Unforgiven is not your typical Western shoot-'em-up. It's a film that questions the myths of the Old West, presenting a tale steeped in moral complexity and the harsh truths of frontier justice. Eastwood directs and stars as William Munny, a notorious outlaw and killer who's left his violent past behind for a quiet life with his c...

The Three Musketeers: D'Artagnan & Dogtanian and the Three Muskehounds

November 03, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 53.7 MB

Welcome back to another cultured escapade with your favorite group of cinema-loving patriarchs here at Bad Dads Film Review! This week we're tipping our berets to the charm of France with a très magnifique lineup! First off, let's uncork some vintage nostalgia as we reminisce over our favorite French characters and actors. Oh là là, do we have a list that dances from the cobblestone streets of Paris to the glamorous allure of the silver screen! We'll laugh, we'll argue, and we might even at...

Midweek Mention... Eiffel

November 01, 2023 04:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MB

This week, we're heading to the romantic streets of Paris with "Eiffel".  This isn't just a story about beams and bolts; it's a tale of passion, both in love and in architecture. Duris delivers a heartfelt performance as the brilliant yet tormented engineer, and Mackey shines as the enigmatic Adrienne.  If you've ever found yourself marveling at the Eiffel Tower's grandeur, this movie offers a poetic glimpse behind its creation. It's a beautiful testament to the lengths one will go for lov...

No One Will Save You

October 27, 2023 03:00 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MB

No One Will Save You is a gripping science fiction horror film from 2023. It's the brainchild of Brian Duffield, who not only wrote but also directed and produced it. One of the standout features of this movie is its unique approach to dialogue – imagine watching a 93-minute film with only five clearly audible words! The story centers around Brynn, a seamstress who's dealing with the loss of her mother and best friend. She finds solace in creating a model town in her living room, leading a ...

Midweek Mention... Ballerina

October 25, 2023 03:00 - 38 minutes - 26.3 MB

Join us for more incredible insights, as we get to grips with Ballerina. Not the Ana de Armas one, because that isn't out until 2024, and this is 2023. We getting stuck into the Korean revenge movie directed by Lee Chung-hyun which features so excellent action and great performances. The dads all really enjoyed this one, especially the innovatively shot action sequences.  Dan thought the he enjoyed it, but had forgotten a lot of it, having seen it a massive 24 hours before this review. Tha...

10 x 10

October 20, 2023 03:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MB

Hey there, Dads! Are you ready for another thrilling ride? This week on Bad Dads Film Review, we're diving headfirst into a suspenseful little number that will have you questioning everything you thought you knew about your neighbors. Enter "10 x 10". A seemingly simple title for a movie that's anything but. Picture this: Luke Evans, playing the intense yet mysterious Lewis, kidnaps Cathy, played by the ever-talented Kelly Reilly, and confines her in a soundproofed 10 x 10 cell. But here's ...

The Platform

October 18, 2023 03:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MB

We're on holiday! Well, more accurately, Sidey is on holiday which means the the Bad Dads gears come to a grinding halt. Never fear though because Dan and I sat down to discuss Spanish director Galder Gaztelu-Urrutia's THE PLATFORM. A single location horror with a searing anti-capitalist message, we loved the utterly unique premise, minimalist set design and it's single blunt metaphor hammered home over the duration of the movie. We love to hear from our listeners! By which I mean we tolera...

Submarine & Stingray

October 13, 2023 03:00 - 1 hour - 50.8 MB

It's time for a deep dive – literally – as we plunge into the abyss on this aquatic edition of Bad Dads Film Review. First up, let's submerge ourselves in the world of submarines! Over the years, there have been so many iconic submarines that have graced the big screen, haven't there? Remember The Nautilus from "20,000 Leagues Under the Sea"? A true marvel of underwater engineering! Then, of course, there's The Red October from "The Hunt for Red October" – Sean Connery's Russian accent and ...

Midweek Mention... K-19 The Widowmaker

October 11, 2023 03:00 - 26 minutes - 18.6 MB

Today, we're venturing into the icy depths of the Cold War in an episode of Bad Dads Film Review that promises to be both chilling and thrilling. Let's dive deep into "K-19: The Widowmaker". This one isn't just a film – it's an experience. Directed by Kathryn Bigelow, this gripping drama, led by Harrison Ford and Liam Neeson, takes us aboard the Soviet Union's first ballistic missile nuclear submarine. They called it K-19, but due to its string of unfortunate events, it became notoriously d...

The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar & SSSniperwolf

October 06, 2023 03:00 - 1 hour - 50.7 MB

Welcome back to another delightful episode of Bad Dads Film Review! Today, we're getting a little bit piggy, a tad mystical, and even diving into the digital realm. Hope you Dads are strapped in for the ride! First up, it's pig time! Now, who doesn’t love a good pig? They're cute, often quite smart, and they've given us some of the best characters in books and movies. Babe, for instance – the little piggy who thought he was a sheepdog. An absolute classic. And then there’s Pumbaa from "The ...

Midweek Mention... Babe

October 04, 2023 03:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MB

Writer and producer George Miller spent nearly a decade attempting to bring his adaptation of Dick King-Smith's novel The Sheep-Pig to the big screen, eventually teaming with co-writer and director Christopher Noonan for 1993's BABE, the story of a pig who wants to be a sheepdog.   Completely timeless with moments of sweet sincerity balanced against the movies desire to stay true to the animals perspective and its theme of animals needing a purpose other than to be eaten, James Cromwell stea...

How To Blow Up A Pipeline & The Wombles

September 29, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 47.4 MB

Unless you’re grifting for oil companies or are the kind of person who uses the phrase "mainstream media" unironically you understand that mankind has perpetrated significant and seemingly irreversible damage to our planet through intensive industrial agriculture, over population, over fishing, deforestation, pollution and the burning of fossil fuels which has triggered climate change, destroyed eco systems and is probably responsible for the bastard mosquito who tortured me as I tried to sl...

Midweek Mention...Idiocracy

September 27, 2023 03:00 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MB

This is going to take some imagination because it is a very subtle movie but IDIOCRACY (2006) asks us to visualise a world  in which America is in danger of becoming a dry, polluted wasteland ruled by a crude reality tv star who cannot pronounce the word ‘nuclear’ properly, where corporations manipulate and corrupt a vulgar, angry and willfully ignorant population using a combination of fake news and pseudo-science. Mike Judge's angry and very stupid comedy polemic has an inherently cruel a...

65 & Jurassic Park: Camp Cretaceous

September 22, 2023 03:00 - 1 hour - 48 MB

Hey Dads, welcome back to the Jurassic edition of the Bad Dads Film Review! Hope you've got your archaeologist gear on hand because today we're diving deep into the prehistoric world. Let's kick things off with some dino talk. We all have our favourite dinosaurs, whether it's from a movie, a book, or that one trip to the Natural History Museum. Remember the big ol' T-Rex? Of course, you do! King of the dinosaurs, and the guy that probably haunted a few of your dreams. But then, there's the ...

Midweek Mention... Jurassic Park

September 20, 2023 03:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MB

Welcome back to another roaring episode of Bad Dads Film Review, where the stakes are high and the dinosaurs are... well, life-sized! Alright Dads, we're hopping in the time machine today, not to the era of neon shirts or cassette tapes, but much, much further. We're going to an island where the impossible becomes possible: the magical, the mythical, the legendary – Jurassic Park. You remember the first time you heard that resonant T-Rex roar, right? Or the shimmering ripples in the glass ...

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