Films on Trial
256 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 37 ratingsDo you like films? Do you like debating whether a film is a cinematic triumph, or if it’s a big hot mess? Well, we’ve got a just the podcast for you. We aim to settle those raging debates once and for all, as we put Films on Trial
We’re five lads from Liverpool and each week we will act as judge, prosecution, and defence as we recreate a courtroom scenario, and decide whether a much loved (or hated) film should end up on the Hit List or not. Film trivia, quizzes, banter, terrible impressions, musical interludes, and lots of debating.
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Episodes
Independence Day
August 23, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 70.5 MBIndependence Day is on trial this week. Does a free USA work or would it have been better to remain a British colony? Dave and Ausy defend, saying that this was a huge box office smash with a big cast and special effects to match. Alex says that the use of miniatures has stopped for a reason and that two and a half hours of unfiltered patriotism is too much. All this with an impression of Jeff Goldblum and a quiz all about significant dates in film www.filmsontrial.co.uk/217
Thelma and Louise
August 05, 2022 04:00 - 56 minutes - 65.2 MBThelma and Louise is on trial this week. Will it soar like an eagle or fail to make an impact in the landscape? Joel and Dave argue that it was a trail blazing film at the time, with iconic scenes and incredible lead performances. Gav and Ausy argue that one iconic scene does not make up for script issues, dated dialogue and one dimensional supporting characters. All this with an impression of a southern Michael Madsen and a new take on the quiz format. www.filmsontrial.co.uk/216
Gladiator
July 12, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 74 MBGladiator is on trial this week. Will it conquer all or is it a big thumbs down? Dave and Alex defend, bringing up an iconic script delivered by a top shelf cast and a music score that matches the action perfectly. Gav and Ausy say the story gets bogged down in boring ancient politics, the effects are dated and that it's a shame this is how Oliver Reed went out. All this with an impression of Richard Harris and a quiz based on famous movie quotes. www.filmsontrial.co.uk/215
Alien: Covenant
June 27, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 73.9 MBAlien Covenant is on trial this week. Does it give us a good feeling deep down or will it rip us apart? Gav and Joel say this is a return to form after Prometheus, offering fans the carnage they expect but also delivering some interesting ideas along the way. Ausy and Alex point out that this is a sequel to Prometheus which does nothing to mend the wreckage that film left the franchise in. On top of that there's a quiz to test whether you are a Billy Crudup or a Billy Fuckup (part II), and an...
House of Gucci
May 30, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 83.2 MBThis week marks the first episode in our Ridley Scott season, as the guys put House of Gucci on trial. Is it the Fun House, or the House of Horrors? Alex and Dave are defending and say that the film is style and substance, with some great performances from Adam Driver and Lady Gaga. Gav is prosecuting however, and he argues that the film abandons the more interesting aspects of the story, and also features some of the worst acting in a big Hollywood production in recent memory. There's lots o...
Something's Gotta Give
May 23, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 74.9 MBSomething's Gotta Give is on trial this week. Is the naked truth this is a classic or is it squeaky bum time? Alex has chosen this film for romcom season as he hates it so very much. With Joel he points out a cringeworthy script and pointless plot points amongst other grievances. Dave and Ausy think he needs to calm down and enjoy an easy watch with a great cast and an interesting focus on love in later life. All this with a hybrid impression of Keanu Reeves and Jack Nicholson and a quiz abou...
Just Go With It
May 02, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 74.6 MBJust Go With It is on trial this week. Good advice or should we take it with a pinch of salt? Dave and Alex defend, pointing to a simple but interesting story that provides plenty of laughs. Gav could not disagree more, calling it pedestrian, outdated and, perhaps worst of all, an Adam Sandler movie. All this with an impression of Sandler himself and a quiz based on films in Hawaii. www.filmsontrial.co.uk
Wedding Crashers
April 11, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 69.2 MBWedding Crashers is on trial this week. A fairytale meeting of two comedic greats or will this end in tears? Joel and Ausy argue that a strong cast keeps the laughs coming and that there's an interesting story beneath the comedy. Gav and Alex argue that Wedding Crashers does not stand the test of time, with outdated views on women, men and pretty much everything else. All this with Joel showing us his very own Walken and a quiz based on the cast. www.filmsontrial.co.uk
Monster-in-Law
February 28, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 72.7 MBThis week, Monster-in-Law is on trial. Is it a white wedding, or a sham marriage? Gav and Dave argue that this is a charming film and a fine cinematic return for Jane Fonda. Joel counters that it lacks charisma and is very forgettable. There's an impression(?) of Jane Fonda, and a quiz all about movie in-laws www.filmsontrial.co.uk/209
Clueless
February 14, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 70.4 MBClueless is in the hot seat this week. Should we take pride in it, or terminate with prejudice? Ausy and Gav say this is an essential 90s movie, with surprising depth to the characters and top notch actors. Dave says this film is trapped in the decade it was made and takes playing happy families a little too far. All this with a spot on impression of a 90s valley girl! www.filmsontrial.co.uk
Don't Look Up
January 31, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 79.4 MBDon't Look Up is on trial this week. A shooting star or does it fall to earth with a crash? Ausy and Alex say this film manages the near impossible task of being entertaining whilst showing the end of all life on earth. Dave and Gav say that a lack of subtlety and heavy handed swipes at pretty much everything mean any message is completely lost. All this with an impression of an insane tech mogul and a quiz based on apocalyptic movies! www.filmsontrial.co.uk
Matrix: Resurrections
January 17, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 75.2 MBMatrix Resurrections is on trial this week. Does it wash away the sins of Matrix Revolutions or sometimes, is dead better? Joel and Gav go before Judge Dave and plead that an ambitious story that isn't afraid to take risks makes this a winner. Alex and Ausy point to a nonsensical, self-indulgent plot that manages to further destroy the legacy of the first film. All this with an impression and quiz based all around main man Keanu Reeves. www.filmsontrial.co.uk
Spider-Man: No Way Home
January 01, 2022 18:00 - 1 hour - 76.6 MBSpiderman: No Way Home is on trial this week. A delicately woven plot or a tangled sticky web? Gav defends, looking at an ambitious plot that doesn't play it safe and brings a great resolution to not just one but three story arcs spanning 20 years. Dave says this is a fat cash cow that Sony and Marvel intend to milk for many years and that paying fan service like this is a cheap and lazy way to make a film. All this with a frighteningly good impression of Willem Defoe and a quiz all about spi...
West Side Story (1961)
December 20, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 78.3 MBThis week West Side Story (1961) is on trial. Is it jet setting or swimming with sharks? Alex and Dave are prosecuting and think that the film is dated and underpinned by a weak story, whereas Gav and Ausy are defending and argue that it is a technically one of the greatest musicals ever made. There's a quiz about Christmas films, an impression of a 'Jet' and lots of great banter. Let us know what you think in the comments below. www.filmsontrial.co.uk
Home Sweet Home Alone
December 13, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 73.4 MBHome Sweet Home Alone is in the stand this week www.filmsontrial.co.uk
Red Notice
December 06, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 78.8 MBRed Notice is on trial this week www.filmsontrial.co.uk
Jumanji: The Next Level
November 29, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 76.5 MBThis week Jumanji: The Next Level is on trial www.filmsontrial.co.uk
No Time To Die - Part 2: The Quiz
November 22, 2021 05:00 - 51 minutes - 59.5 MBThis week we conclude our 200th episode celebration with a very special quiz all about Films on Trial. Apologies in advance, it's very self-indulgent, but you'll hopefully find it as fun to listen to as we did to record it. Hope that you all enjoy it! www.filmsontrial.co.uk Special Guest: Big Dave.
No Time To Die - Part 1: The Trial
November 15, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 94.1 MBFor our 200th episode 2 part special, the gang put No Time To Die on trial. Is it a thunderball or does it (sky)fall from grace? Part 1 will cover the trial. Gav and Ausy are on defence and state that it's a textbook James Bond movie. The Daves are prosecuting and argue that it's too serious and shooting itself in the foot. There are lots of great arguments, banter and impressions. So do be sure to check it out, because you only live twice! And check out part 2 next week, when we'll be coveri...
Free Guy
November 08, 2021 05:00 - 56 minutes - 64.8 MBFree Guy is on trial this week. Does it pwn everything or was it made by noobs? Gav and Joel defend, pointing to a fun premise and performances by actors who look like they are enjoying themselves. Dave and Alex say the second half doesn't live up to the promise of the first and some cgi heavy sequences drag it down even further. All this with an impression of Mario and a quiz based on lead actor Ryan Reynolds! www.filmsontrial.co.uk
Eden Lake
October 18, 2021 04:00 - 58 minutes - 66.8 MBEden Lake is on trial this week. Will it tempt us or should it be banished? Gav and Joel point out a top cast and a gore-filled plot that is as believable as it is horrific. However, Dave and Ausy say this is a cheap use of shock violence that has a tone deaf attitude to youth gang culture. All this with an impression of a young scallywag and a quiz all about gangs in films! www.filmsontrial.co.uk
The Taking of Deborah Logan
October 11, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 70.2 MBHalloween Horror Month continues with The Taking of Deborah Logan www.filmsontrial.co.uk
The Night of the Hunter
October 04, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 72.1 MBThe Night of The Hunter takes the stand this week. Will we love it with all our heart or hate it's guts? Alex and Dave defend, saying a masterful performance by Robert Mitchum is the cherry on top of a film packed with thrills and chills. Gav prosecutes, saying that a promising start ends up turning into farce and that there's a good reason why this was director Charles Laughton's only film. All this with an impression of Robert Mitchum and a quiz all about killed priests www.filmsontrial.co....
The Bodyguard
September 20, 2021 04:00 - 57 minutes - 66.1 MBThis week, The Bodyguard is on trial. Is it a bulletproof vest, or is it a bullet in the chest? Joel and Ausy argue that it's a timeless classic, with a great central love story and a fantastic soundtrack. Gav and Alex argue that it's a got a weak story and a uninspiring romance. There's a quiz about Kevin Costner and other cinematic Kevins, plus impressions of Gary Kemp, and a lot of banter. www.filmsontrial.co.uk
The Postman
September 06, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 73 MBThis week The Postman is on trial. Is it 'next day delivery', or is it "sorry we missed you"? Dave and Ausy praise the direction and the message of hope in this post apocalyptic film, whereas Gav and Joel argue that the film is too long and self-indulgent. There's a quiz about correspondence in movies, an impression of Postman Pat, plus lots of great film chat. Check is out and let us know what you think. www.filmsontrial.co.uk
Waterworld
August 30, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 73.9 MBThis week Waterworld is on trial. Is it a lifeline or a sinking ship? Dave and Ausy defend that it is a misunderstood film with fantastic action and a not-so hidden warning about climate change. Gav argues that it's reputation as a cinematic failure is well-deserved. www.filmsontrial.co.uk
Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves
August 23, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 73.2 MBThis week Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves is on trial. Okay Is it robbing from the rich to give to the poor? Or is it robbing from the poor to give to the rich? There are lots of great discussions, plus a quiz about movie soundtracks that have been number one in the UK music charts. www.filmsontrial.co.uk
The Suicide Squad
August 16, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 71.4 MBThe Suicide Squad (2021) is in the hot seat this week. Does James Gunn hit the bullseye or has he jumped the shark? Ausy and Gav defend, pointing out a stellar cast and refreshing take on the dark side of superhero comics. Alex and Dave disagree, looking instead at the lack of emotional depth between the characters and the excessive violence. All this with an impression of Harley Quinn and a quiz based on the cast! www.filmsontrial.co.uk
Seven
August 09, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 75 MBSe7en is on trial this week. A blessing to behold or a terrible transgression? Dave and Joel argue that stunning direction and a thrilling plot make this a classic. Gav and Alex point out that the mystery gets lost in gore and a certain terrible performance tanks the entire film. All this with an impression of one of the sinners in the film and a quiz based on the seven deadly sins! www.filmsontrial.co.uk
Knives Out
July 16, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 70.8 MBKnives Out is in the hot seat this week. A cut above the rest or a stab in the dark? Gav is in defence, looking at a stellar story that balances a clever whodunnit with fascinating insights into American society. Joel and Alex are on offence, pointing out a bloated A-list cast that defies belief and weak core to the story. All this with our go at a Louisiana drawl and a quiz all about whodunnits! www.filmsontrial.co.uk
Army of the Dead
June 04, 2021 04:00 - 59 minutes - 67.9 MBThis week, Army of the Dead is on trial. Is it an ace up the sleeve? Or does it break the bank? In a stripped back episode this week, Gav argues that the Zack Snyder is having a blast and the result is a big, fun movie. Dave disagrees and says that it lacks character developments and that the plot is all over the place. There's no quiz this week, but lots of facts about the film, and questionable impressions of Dave Bautista. Hope that you enjoy! www.filmsontrial.co.uk
Terminator Genysis
May 14, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 72.6 MBThis week Terminator: Genisys is in the hot seat. The beginning of something good or a rotten apple? Gav and Joel defend, arguing that this action film is packed with great action and manages to reinvigorate the tired franchise. Ausy and Alex do not agree, pointing out the incomprehensible plot and wooden performances that will annoy die-hard fans as well as confuse newcomers. All this with another installment of our Schwarzenegger impressions and a Terminator quiz. www.filmsontrial.co.uk