Watch The Film With Us
221 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago -Enjoy film analysis with a dose of nonsensical, sassy commentary? Watch the film with us! Every month, hosts Lara and Cheryl deep dive into a film and chat about four topics related to the movie. We draw comparisons with other films we have watched and chat about how the film industry has and continues to develop. Listen in on our lighthearted conversations as we watch and reflect on different film genres, with small doses of silliness sprinkled throughout! Theme Music Credit: Ultra Lights by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2020 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/61225 Ft: Javolenus
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And best picture goes to… | Parasite Part 4
August 25, 2022 11:00 - 32 minutes - 22 MB…Parasite! In this episode, we chat about the reception of Parasite and how its Best Picture win has impacted the industry in the last couple years. We also chat briefly about Roma, how it might have paved the way for Parasite, but why it ultimately didn’t win. Let us know what you think and chat with us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/WTF_WithUs Check out our YouTube channel for extended conversations and outtakes: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1O6GFhumzrq8qNBYZuF_1Q Theme Music Cred...
The rise of Korean culture and content | Parasite Part 3
August 18, 2022 11:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MBIn this episode, we chat about the rise of Korean culture in Western culture, including increased interest in k-beauty, Korean food, and idol culture. We end the episode with a quick chat about the overall increase in Asian American perspectives in film and TV, and whether that was in parallel to or fueled by this new wave of Korean culture. References: USA Today “This is America: ‘Squid Game,’ K-beauty and BTS - What’s so special about Korean pop culture?”: https://www.usatoday.com/story...
Bong Joon-Ho | Parasite Part 2
August 11, 2022 04:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBWhat do you think of Bong Joon-Ho and his filmmaking? In this episode, we chat about our thoughts on Bong Joon-Ho and compare him to other filmmakers we have discussed in the past. Listen in on our conversation about what we think about his films, what we think about his style and our theories on why 2020 was his moment in Hollywood. Let us know what you think and chat with us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/WTF_WithUs Check out our YouTube channel for extended conversations and outtakes: ...
Is Parasite scary? | Parasite Part 1
August 04, 2022 11:00 - 34 minutes - 24.1 MBIs Parasite a scary film? In this episode, we chat about how Bong Joon-Ho’s Parasite is so terrifying, despite having no major jump-scares or traditional horror characteristics. After Jordan Peele month, we also compare Parasite with Get Out and discuss the similarities and differences of both films. Let us know what you think and chat with us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/WTF_WithUs Check out our YouTube channel for extended conversations and outtakes: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC...
What makes new wave horror scary | Get Out (Jordan Peele Month)
July 28, 2022 11:00 - 32 minutes - 22.7 MBWhat was horror like before the new wave of horror movies we currently see now? In this episode, we chat about how the genre has changed, and we compare the characteristics of previous and contemporary horror movies. We also chat about how filmmakers like Jordan Peele have transcended the horror genre. Let us know what you think and chat with us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/WTF_WithUs Check out our YouTube channel for extended conversations and outtakes: https://www.youtube.com/channel/...
Get Out vs Us | Get Out (Jordan Peele Month)
July 21, 2022 11:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MBPSA: “Nope” is coming out tomorrow! In this last countdown episode, we compare “Get Out” and “Us”, and we discuss predictions for “Nope”, which is coming out this weekend! We also note how Jordan Peele might be the Christopher Nolan of the horror genre, and how his name has become the pull for his latest movie. Reference: Screen Rant “5 Things Us Did Better Than Get Out (And 5 Things Get Out Did Better)”: https://screenrant.com/jordan-peele-get-out-better-movie-us/ Let us know what you t...
The new wave of horror movies | Get Out (Jordan Peele Month)
July 14, 2022 11:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MBWhy are we so much more excited about the horror genre these days? From “Get Out” to “Hereditary” and “A Quiet Place”, we chat about the new wave, “elevated horror” (not coined by us) and how it’s changed the horror genre. We also tie it in back to our last episode’s discussion about comedy and horror, and how although less “scary” aesthetically speaking (and therefore perhaps more accessible), these movies might not be as accessible to as wide of an audience as we might think. References: ...
Comedy & Horror - same same, but different? | Get Out (Jordan Peele Month)
July 07, 2022 11:00 - 31 minutes - 21.4 MBWelcome to Jordan Peele month! In the weeks leading up to “Nope”, we will be chatting about all things Jordan Peele. Our month starts with “Get Out” and a comparison between comedy and horror. We chat about why the storytelling techniques in comedy are so transferable to storytelling in the horror genre. Reference: Sidenote by AsapSCIENCE “Humour: what makes something funny?”: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/sidenote-by-asapscience/id1383086982?i=1000501832321 Let us know what you t...
How sci-fi movies hold up over time | Ex_Machina Part 4
June 30, 2022 11:00 - 33 minutes - 22.7 MBAs our understanding of technology shifts and evolves, what sci-fi movies stand the test of time? In this episode, we chat about why despite changes in science and technology older sci-fi can still remain beloved and timeless. We also chat what science or technology will be featured most in the next wave of sci-fi films. Let us know what you think and chat with us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/WTF_WithUs Check out our YouTube channel for extended conversations and outtakes: https://www.y...
SPECIAL | Westworld
June 23, 2022 11:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBWe couldn’t talk AI without chatting about Westworld - just in time, right before the season 4 premiere this weekend! In this episode, we share our thoughts on the show upon this re-watch compared to when the show first aired. We also compare Westworld and Ex_Machina, the movie we’re watching this month, and discuss the similarities between both stories. Let us know what you think and chat with us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/WTF_WithUs Check out our YouTube channel for extended convers...
Could AI’s be convicted in the future? | Ex_Machina Part 3
June 16, 2022 11:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MBIs Ava culpable for the crimes she’s done at the end of the film? In this episode, we start by chatting about how the film influences how the audiences feel about the characters through the male gaze. Our conversation then turns to whether Ava should be considered a bad character if her actions were pre-determined by the coding that Nathan created for her. Let us know what you think and chat with us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/WTF_WithUs Check out our YouTube channel for extended conve...
Bias in tech | Ex_Machina Part 2
June 09, 2022 11:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MBWho do we build technology for? In this episode, we talk about the biases within the tech industry and how the film explores the this topic. We also chat about the gendered technology we interact with (some that we interact with on a daily basis) and how historical biases influence the way technology is built. References: World Economic Forum “ This is why AI has a gender problem”: https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2019/06/this-is-why-ai-has-a-gender-problem/ Screen Rant “Ex Machina's Altern...
Who is the villain in Ex_Machina? | Ex_Machina Part 1
June 02, 2022 11:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MBWho is to blame for what happened in Ex_Machina? In this episode, we start our Ex_Machina conversation with a chat about the power dynamics within the three main characters within the film. We also talk about how the film showcases the themes of power, influence and ego in the tech industry. Let us know what you think and chat with us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/WTF_WithUs Check out our YouTube channel for extended conversations and outtakes: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1O6GFhumz...
100th Episode Special (+ Wall-E final thoughts)
May 26, 2022 11:00 - 32 minutes - 22.2 MBIn this celebratory 100th episode, we look back on the film genres we’ve talked about and discuss films that we didn’t get a chance to chat about. We also talk about potential genres we’ll talk about in the future and shout out two films that we love but that don’t naturally come up in conversation. The start of the episode also includes our final thoughts on Wall-E. Spiels on Reels: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb7OrCuVpVFNxaA8DyY__mw Let us know what you think and chat with us on Twi...
Is our future really that bleak? | Wall-E Part 3
May 19, 2022 11:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MBWhy do most films seem to present us with a hopeless future? In this episode, we chat about why most films seem to paint bleak futures, the demise of Earth or the end of the human race. We also talk about why there is a lack of optimism in sci-fi, documentaries and beyond. Lastly, we chat about utopias and how those stories usually reveal themselves as dystopic societies. References: Vlogbrothers “Are You Stuck In The Sad Gap”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nbPY2hyU3zk&ab_channel=vlogbro...
The AI POV + AI romance | Wall-E Part 2
May 12, 2022 11:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MBDo AI romances work on screen? In this episode, we chat about Wall-E and Eve’s romance and how that differs from a human-AI romance. Our conversation also turns to the unique perspective an AI protagonist brings to a story and the unique perspective we experience from various Pixar films. Let us know what you think and chat with us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/WTF_WithUs Check out our YouTube channel for extended conversations and outtakes: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1O6GFhumzrq8...
Do animated sci-fi movies work? | Wall-E Part 1
May 05, 2022 11:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MBWas Wall-E successful as a sci-fi film? And, how does Wall-E work for both the adult and kid audiences? In this episode, we chat about whether animated sci-fi movies work, and whether we think Wall-E has a happy ending. We also chat about how sci-fi tropes and storylines can work for both adults and children. Let us know what you think and chat with us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/WTF_WithUs Check out our YouTube channel for extended conversations and outtakes: https://www.youtube.com/c...
Sacrifice Tropes in Sci-fi | Interstellar Part 4
April 28, 2022 11:00 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MBHow is sacrifice used in storytelling and when is it most successful? In this episode, we talk about the act of sacrifice in real life and how a person’s sacrificial act might impact their loved ones. We also chat about Matt Damon’s role in this film, and how sacrifice that doesn’t result in death may impact the character’s mental state after the sacrificial act. References: All The Tropes “Heroic Sacrifice”: https://allthetropes.org/wiki/Heroic_Sacrifice Let us know what you think and ch...
How realistic does sci-fi need to be? | Interstellar Part 3
April 21, 2022 11:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MBEven though the film felt slightly fantastical, Lara explains that a lot of Interstellar is based on real science. We chat about whether realism is important for the sci-fi genre, and space movies in particular. This conversation leads to a chat about other genres, like true crime, and the importance of having the right balance of realism and entertainment. References: Den of Geek “Interstellar: Kip Thorne and Jonathan Nolan Talk Science Behind the Movie”: https://www.denofgeek.com/movies/...
Time in Nolan and Sci-fi Movies | Interstellar Part 2
April 14, 2022 11:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MBHow does Nolan’s use of time in Interstellar compare with his other films? In this episode, we talk about why Nolan is so fascinated with time and which of his time concepts we prefer. We also chat about why the impact of aging in Interstellar is so impactful compared with other representations of the passage of time. Our conversation ends with a general discussion about time in the sci-fi genre and how it’s been explored in other films. References: Fortress of Solitude “Understanding Chri...
Ranking Christopher Nolan Films | Interstellar Part 1
April 07, 2022 11:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MBSo… Cheryl finally watched Interstellar! What did she think about the movie, and how does it compare with what she thinks about other Christopher Nolan movies? In this episode, we talk about our impressions of Interstellar and our views on Christopher Nolan and his work. Tune in to hear how we rank Nolan films and how it compares with the aggregate critics score on Rotten Tomatoes! Let us know what you think and chat with us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/WTF_WithUs Check out our YouTube ...
Thinking person’s sci-fi | Arrival Part 4
March 31, 2022 11:00 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MBBased on the Rotten Tomatoes synopsis of “Arrival”, we chat about the “thinking person’s sci-fi” and how Arrival falls into that sci-fi “category”. We spend the episode chatting about what “thinking person’s sci-fi” (and “thinking person” other genres) means to us, and the specific characteristics of that kind of film. Arrival on Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/arrival_2016 Let us know what you think and chat with us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/WTF_WithUs Check out...
[SPECIAL] Oscars 2022 (with guests Kyle and Laura)
March 24, 2022 11:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MBLara and guests Kyle and Laura chat about the changes of this year’s Oscars ceremony and what they thought of the 2021 film season, including any Academy snubs, their favourite films of the year and predictions. Listen in on all the hot takes and prediction trends for your Oscars party ballots this year! Let us know what you think and chat with us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/WTF_WithUs Check out our YouTube channel for extended conversations and outtakes: https://www.youtube.com/channe...
Alien + Fictional Languages | Arrival Part 3
March 17, 2022 11:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MBWhat fictional languages do you speak? In this episode, we talk about producing fictional languages in film and why we don’t see that many written fictional languages in movies. We also talk about the sound of aliens in films over the year, and how the emergence of fictional alien language parallels our comfort levels of the existence of aliens in our galaxy. Let us know what you think and chat with us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/WTF_WithUs Check out our YouTube channel for extended co...
Denis Villeneuve | Arrival Part 2
March 10, 2022 12:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MBHow would we rank Denis Villeneuve films we have seen? What makes these films so impressive and successful? In this episode, we chat about why we love Denis Villeneuve’s filmmaking and his organic, human way of storytelling. We also chat about how he compares with other directors, his influence on sci-fi and what we think we might see from him in the future. Let us know what you think and chat with us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/WTF_WithUs Check out our YouTube channel for extended con...
What do aliens look like? | Arrival Part 1
March 03, 2022 12:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MBHow have alien creature designs evolved over time? In this first episode of Arrival, we chat about how our human perspective influences what we imagine aliens to look like. We also chat about the role that aliens have played in the last few decades of cinema and how that affects our design and depiction of aliens. We wrap up the conversation with a look to the future and consider the characteristics of aliens in the next decade of filmmaking. References: CNN “How depictions of aliens have ...
Our fascination with aliens | Star Trek Part 4
February 24, 2022 12:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MBWhy do we create stories about aliens? And, what fascinates us about the possibility of finding aliens in space? In this episode, we talk about what drives mankind to look for aliens and whether we believe that we would be able to find aliens in the near future. We also chat about how, in recent years, the portrayal of aliens as a threat seems to have been replaced with AI’s as the main threats of science fiction. References: Read more about the Arecibo message on Wikipedia: https://en.wik...
The eras of sci-fi | Star Trek Part 3
February 17, 2022 12:00 - 32 minutes - 22.4 MBWhat paved the way for sci-fi as we know it now? And, what is the future of the sci-fi genre beyond the 2010’s? In this episode, we chat about the evolving themes and stories within the science fiction genre and how it coincides with our relationship with and understanding of science and technology. As we chat through the evolution of the genre, we start to see how other genres blend into science fiction, causing science-fiction eras to emerge throughout filmmaking history. Let us know what...
How are megafans created? | Star Trek Part 2
February 10, 2022 12:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MBHow do people become fans? In this episode, we talk about how people go from liking something to becoming a megafan. We chat through examples and anecdotes of fandom from sports and music. This topic leads us to a conversation about the six Star Trek series that are simultaneously on TV right now, and how they strengthen the Trekkie community and form lifetime fans of the franchise. Let us know what you think and chat with us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/WTF_WithUs Check out our YouTub...
Star Trek’s Political & Cultural Dimensions | Star Trek Part 1
February 03, 2022 12:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MBSpace, the final frontier (for real this time)! We’re chatting about one of the foundational franchises of the sci-fi genre: Star Trek. In this episode, we talk about the origins of Star Trek and how the themes and conflicts within the series acted as comparison points for what was going on politically and culturally in the 1960s. We also talk about the real-world impact of Star Trek and how futuristic technology depicted in the series (and other sci-fi series and films) influence innovation...
Franchise “Resurrections” | The Matrix Part 4
January 27, 2022 12:00 - 32 minutes - 22.7 MBWhat are comeback franchises? In this episode, we talk about recent franchise “resurrections” and how they compare with long-running franchises like Lord of the Rings and Star Wars. We also chat about whether they are made to satisfy the original fans of the franchise or whether they are actually made to create a new generation of fans. This discussion also leads to a conversation about nostalgia and what we are actually nostalgic about when we rewatch older shows and movies. Let us know wh...
Red Pill vs Blue Pill | The Matrix Part 3
January 20, 2022 12:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MBAre we living in the matrix? Would we take the red pill or the blue pill? Welcome to our most philosophical episode yet! In this episode, we venture into topics like free will and determinism, and the various outrageous fan theories that aim to prove how we might be living in a simulation. We also dive into the meaning behind the red pill and blue pill question, and how our answers might not reflect our actual behaviours. Instead, we theorise about how a purple pill should exist for those wh...
The chosen one trope | The Matrix Part 2
January 13, 2022 12:00 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MBHas the chosen one trope become outdated? In this episode, we talk about the chosen one narrative and how it often works within sci-fi and fantasy stories. We also discuss whether modern day audiences connect with the role of the “prophecy” in these types of narratives. Our conversation also turns to why we need a chosen one to come save us in the first place; why is the world always ending in the stories we consume? Reference: Tor.com “The Flawed Fantasy of the Chosen One”: https://www.to...
Saving humanity, an intro to sci-fi | The Matrix Part 1
January 06, 2022 12:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MBNew year, new genre - welcome to the next few months of sci-fi movies! (Surprise, Lara somehow convinced Cheryl to watch more space movies this year.) In this episode, we chat about the genre in general and the characteristics of a sci-fi movie. We start this season off with “The Matrix” - just in time for the release of “The Matrix Resurrections” that just came out in December 2021. Let us know what you think and chat with us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/WTF_WithUs Check out our YouTub...
Our 2021 Favourites | End of Year Special
December 30, 2021 12:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MBIn this episode, we look back on the year and talk about our favourite films of 2021. We also chat about the films we’re looking forward to in 2022. Listen in on our conversation to see if there is any crossover! Let us know what you think and chat with us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/WTF_WithUs Check out our YouTube channel for extended conversations and outtakes: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1O6GFhumzrq8qNBYZuF_1Q Theme Music Credit: Ultra Lights by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyrig...
The Great Halloween vs Christmas Movie Debate (w/ Heather Faye from WNWY) | Nightmare Before Christmas Part 4
December 23, 2021 12:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MBWe are joined by Heather from “Watching Netflix Without You” to settle the great debate: is Nightmare Before Christmas a Halloween or Christmas movie? In this episode, we talk about the specific elements that make the film a Halloween or Christmas movie. We also end the episode by giving the film two ratings (a Halloween and Christmas film rating) as the final verdict on what kind of film it is. We also participated in Heather’s 12 Days of Pre-Christmas, where we watched Netflix’s “A Castl...
Holiday Movies | Nightmare Before Christmas Part 3
December 16, 2021 12:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBWhat are holiday movies? And, why do they exist? In this episode, we chat about movies based around specific holidays and why so many big movies are released during the December holiday season. We also chat about how holidays can also be created from cult followings (ex. October 3rd and Mean Girls), and how movies bring people together to form genuine, collective memories. Let us know what you think and chat with us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/WTF_WithUs Check out our YouTube channel f...
The age spectrum in animated films | Nightmare Before Christmas Part 2
December 09, 2021 12:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MBIs Nightmare Before Christmas a movie for kids or adults? How can you tell when an animated movie is aimed at adults or made for kids? In this episode, we talk about how animated films are often perceived to be “for the kids”, but there are so many animated films out there (i.e. stop-motion, Miyazaki-type films) that are targeted to an older audience. We also chat about how live-action films are considered the “default film” and anything else is considered different and only for niche audien...
Animation Through the Ages | Nightmare Before Christmas Part 1
December 02, 2021 12:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MBWelcome to Halloween Town! In this episode, we talk about the animation style of Nightmare Before Christmas and why stop-motion works so well for the film. We also talk about how stop-motion compares with other animation styles (like the classic Disney 2D-drawn vs 3D Pixar-style). Lastly, we chat about how technology has allowed animators to push the boundaries of realism in animated films, but also how realism could potentially veer into uncanny valley territory. References: The Take “Why...
Who will be the next 007? | No Time to Die Part 4
November 25, 2021 12:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MBNow that the Daniel Craig era of James Bond has come to an end - and there is literally no way he’s coming back… who will be the next 007? What are the people saying? In this episode, we chat through some fan input on who the next 007 will be. We also talk about the core criteria of choosing the next 007 and the challenges that may impact the decision. Lastly, we chat about the next stages of producing the next 007 film - what comes first: the script or casting of 007? Let us know what you ...
Evolution of the 007 franchise | No Time to Die Part 3
November 18, 2021 12:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBHow has the 007 franchise developed over time? And, how will the latest filmmaking decisions in No Time To Die influence the future of the franchise? In this episode, we chat about the international reach of spy movies and whether spies exist. We also continue to compare action franchises (Mission Impossible, Bourne, and Fast & Furious) and talk about the audiences that they cater to. Lastly, we talk about how the latest stylistic (almost auteur) filmmaking and development of the Bond charac...
007, the advertising machine | No Time to Die Part 2
November 11, 2021 12:00 - 31 minutes - 22 MBHow many products can you spot during a bond movie? In this episode, Cheryl and Lara talk about how the 007 franchise is an advertising machine and the types of products, places and people it helps to promote. We also chat about how the cross-promotion affects the post production and financing of the Bond franchise. 007 Product Placement Drinking Game Every product spotted (1 sip of your drink) Aston Martin (waterfall for 5 seconds) Close up view of Sony / Nokia phone (waterfall for the ...
James Bond, the “classy” action hero | No Time to Die Part 1
November 04, 2021 11:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MBWhat makes James Bond “James Bond”? And, how does he differ from other action protagonists? In this episode, Cheryl and Lara talk about the developments of the Bond character over time. We also chat about the impact of Daniel Craig’s Bond on the franchise and how it reflects what we, as the audience, want from the 007 films. Let us know what you think and chat with us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/WTF_WithUs Check out our YouTube channel for extended conversations and outtakes: https://w...
BONUS | 2021 Fall Films Lineup + Festival Debrief
October 29, 2021 11:00 - 19 minutes - 13.8 MBFall is usually the season of big movie releases - and 2021 is no different! Both Cheryl and Lara had a chance to watch some of the biggest films this year at TIFF and the London Film Festival - before the films were even released. Listen in on our conversation about The French Dispatch, Spencer, Last Night in Soho and more! Let us know what you think and chat with us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/WTF_WithUs Check out our YouTube channel for extended conversations and outtakes: https://w...
SPECIAL | Comic Book Culture (with Niels Haraldsted)
October 28, 2021 11:00 - 30 minutes - 21.3 MBTo wrap up the superhero genre, we chat about the source material for the genre itself: comic books! Of course, both Cheryl and Lara are not avid comic book fans, but have no fear - we brought on friend and special guest Niels Haraldsted to talk about comic book culture, including the format of comic books and the community that surrounds this medium. We also chat about how comics often translate into movies and why the films often don’t deliver the rich worlds and stories in the original co...
BONUS | Dune
October 22, 2021 11:00 - 19 minutes - 13.7 MBDune is (finally) released today in Canada and the UK! We both had the chance to watch Dune early at TIFF and the BFI. To celebrate release day, we recorded a bonus episode about whether Dune met our expectations, how it works as an adaptation, what we thought about the score and more! References: IndieWire “Hans Zimmer Says He’s Driving ‘Dune’ Team Crazy with So Many Score Ideas and Experiments”: https://www.indiewire.com/2020/06/hans-zimmer-driving-dune-team-crazy-score-ideas-1234569246...
Creepy Kids in Horror Movies + Suspending Disbelief | Unbreakable Part 4
October 21, 2021 11:00 - 32 minutes - 22.2 MBIn our last episode of Unbreakable, we start with a quick chat about creepy kids and realistic portrayals of children in film. The conversation leads us to chat about suspending disbelief in films and how authentic characters allow audiences to believe in what’s going on even when the plot is not realistic at all. We then wrap up the episode with our final thoughts and rating of Unbreakable by M. Night Shyamalan. References: Screenrant “Why Kids Are The Focus Of So Many Horror Movies & TV...
The Best Plot Twists of All Time | Unbreakable Part 3
October 14, 2021 11:00 - 32 minutes - 22.2 MBWhat are our favourite plot twists? This episode, Cheryl and Lara chat about the plot twist in Unbreakable and whether we thought it was successful. We also chat about which genre usually has plot twists and when they are most often done well. Lastly, we talk about how plot twists are impacted from audiences’ initial expectations of the film and why that matters in the film experience. Let us know what you think and chat with us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/WTF_WithUs Check out our YouT...
Filmmakers with Cult Followings | Unbreakable Part 2
October 07, 2021 11:00 - 33 minutes - 23.4 MBM. Night Shyamalan’s success from The Sixth Sense has since helped him gain a cult following - but has that loyal audience stuck around? In this episode, Cheryl and Lara chat about other directors with cult followings, such as Wes Anderson, Stanley Kubrick and Christopher Nolan. We chat about how cult followings start, how they grow in size and what causes cult followings to dramatically diminish in size. References: How I Built This: Logic & Chris Zarou: https://www.npr.org/2019/03/07/70...
M. Night Shyamalan | Unbreakable Part 1
October 01, 2021 10:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBAfter watching Marvel and DC movies, we watch an alternative take on the superhero genre: M. Night Shyamalan’s “Unbreakable”. We start the month by chatting about M. Night Shyamalan and how we think his brilliant movie concepts never seem to deliver a fully satisfying ending. The episode ends with a short discussion about delivering satisfying movie endings, especially for the sci-fi/thriller/action genre. Let us know what you think and chat with us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/WTF_WithU...