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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DC vs Marvel | The Dark Knight Part 4
September 23, 2021 11:00 - 33 minutes - 23 MBHow do DC movies compare with Marvel movies? In this episode, Cheryl and Lara start by chatting about Nolan’s interpretation of the superhero genre and the dark colour palette. We then move onto talking about how the DC movies differ drastically in style and quality due to its licensing to various studios. Meanwhile, Marvel’s top down, in-house production creates a much more cohesive franchise. Let us know what you think and chat with us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/WTF_WithUs Check ou...
Does Batman Actually Help Gotham? | The Dark Knight Part 3
September 16, 2021 11:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBDoes Batman’s role in society actually help rid Gotham’s streets of evil? In this episode, Cheryl and Lara talk about the role of superheroes in society and whether they may actually be causing more problems than solving them. We chat about how crime is deeply rooted in socio-economic issues found in society and why Batman’s short-sightedness makes him a deeply flawed character. References: Tor.com “The Hero Gotham Deserves: Is Batman Good for Gotham City?| by Shoshana Kessock: https://www...
Why so serious? | The Dark Knight Part 2
September 09, 2021 11:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MBWhat makes Joker an iconic villain and why is he such a credible villain? In this episode, Cheryl and Lara chat about the Joker in The Dark Knight, what makes him so scary and what we think his goals and motivations are in the film. Since we also watched Cruella, we return to our chat about villain origin stories, why some villain origin stories work and why others fail. References: The Take “Superhero Movie Tropes, Explained”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9bVe8bmtFtw&t=765s&ab_channel=...
The Masculinity of the Superhero Genre | The Dark Knight Part 1
September 02, 2021 11:00 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MBWhat are the main types of superheroes? In this episode, Cheryl and Lara chat about how the typical story arcs of the superhero genre satisfies its core audience. Despite the stories becoming more diverse, we talk about how the films still seem to be most successful for a male audience. We end the conversation about the importance of inclusive communities to widen the reach of the superhero genre. Let us know what you think and chat with us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/WTF_WithUs Check ...
What Makes a Film Villain Great? | Black Panther Part 4
August 26, 2021 11:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBWhy was Killmonger a great villain? In this episode, Cheryl and Lara chat about the relationship between superheroes and their villain counterparts, and how Killmonger differs from other Marvel villains. We also chat through the main difference between villains and “super-villains” - more specifically, what makes super-villains stand out amongst all the evil characters in the superhero genre. References: vlogbrothers “Are We the Baddies?? A Quick Look at a Discourse”: https://www.youtube.c...
Diversity in the Superhero Genre | Black Panther Part 3
August 19, 2021 11:00 - 33 minutes - 23 MBWhen Black Panther was first released in theatres, critics and audiences applauded it for being a big step forward in diversity in the superhero genre. How has the superhero genre evolved since then? In this episode, Cheryl and Lara chat about how the media shapes our conversations about diversity in the superhero genre. We also chat about why diversifying film criticism is important and what we, as audiences, can do to hear different opinions about film. References: Khadija Mbowe “Color-b...
Technology in Superhero Movies | Black Panther Part 2
August 12, 2021 11:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MBIn this episode, Cheryl and Lara chat about how advanced or futuristic technology is a prominent theme in the superhero genre. Even the superheroes who have supernatural powers (i.e. Spiderman) rely on technology (their suits) to assist in their performance. We also chat about how technology is often depicted as larger than life and why romanticising technology might be problematic when audiences do not engage with the material critically. Let us know what you think and chat with us on Twit...
The Business of Marvel Movies | Black Panther Part 1
August 05, 2021 11:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MBWelcome to Marvel Month! This month, we deep dive into Black Panther and all things Marvel. To start, we chat about our feelings towards Marvel movies and how these films both support and limit the growth of the film industry. We then talk about Marvel in society and its potentially important role in shaping mindsets and providing alternative narratives. 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...
Why are there so many dog movies? | Cruella Part 4
July 29, 2021 11:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MBWhy do we enjoy watching movies about animals? In this episode, Cheryl and Lara chat about the prevalence of animal movies, and specifically dog movies. We talk about our fascination with animals because of how similar yet different they are to us humans. This fascination has led to an emergence in animal documentaries and fictional stories that prescribe human-like thoughts and emotions to animals. Let us know what you think and chat with us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/WTF_WithUs Chec...
Costume Design & Character Identity | Cruella Part 3
July 22, 2021 11:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBThe fabulous costumes in Cruella inspire us to talk about our favourite costumes in movies and how fashion in film influences culture and everyday wear. We also chat about how costumes further flesh out a character’s identity and the collaborative nature of costume design with hair and makeup. Lastly, we chat about why costume design is an important part of animated films and how Disney princess dresses give children around the world a chance to be a princess. References: Jackie Wyers YouT...
Is 'Evil' Real? | Cruella Part 2
July 15, 2021 11:00 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MBAs a follow up to our last episode on villains, we’re chatting about the popularity of the true crime genre and the surrounding fascination with psychopaths. We also chat about the culture surrounding true crime and the downsides of true crime as entertainment. Our conversation also includes evil in fiction vs nonfiction and whether pure evil truly exists. References: Sarah Hawkinson YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/sarahhawkinson Mental Floss “12 Reasons We Love True Crime, Ac...
Why Villain Stories are Entertaining | Cruella Part 1
July 08, 2021 11:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MBThis month, Cheryl and Lara are watching “Cruella” and “101 Dalmatians”. To start off, we chat about villain origin stories and the emerging fascination with the bad guys on screen. Our discussion leads us to chatting about our favourite villains and why sometimes the bad guy is the most entertaining character in the film. 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...
[SPECIAL] Inside Scoop on Working at Disney World with a Cast Member!
July 01, 2021 11:00 - 30 minutes - 21.3 MBThe Disney amusement parks are important marketing and immersive channels to enjoy the world of Disney. This week, we chat with resident Disney expert - and Cast Member! - Celia Bulger about the Disney parks and what it’s like working behind the scenes at Disney World. We talk about the most popular characters and the amount of detail that goes into the Disney parks. Lastly, Celia gives us some hot tips for your next visit to Disney World. Let us know what you think and chat with us on Twit...
[SPECIAL] Inside Scoop on Disney World with Celia Bulger
July 01, 2021 11:00 - 30 minutes - 21.3 MBThe Disney amusement parks are important marketing and immersive channels to enjoy the world of Disney. This week, we chat with resident Disney expert Celia Bulger about the Disney parks and what it’s like working behind the scenes at Disney World. We talk about the most popular characters and the amount of detail that goes into the Disney parks. Lastly, Celia gives us some hot tips for your next visit to Disney World. Let us know what you think and chat with us on Twitter: https://twitter....
The Disney Renaissance “Renaissance” | Frozen Part 4
June 24, 2021 11:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MBThe Disney Renaissance was in the 90’s and now we seem to be firmly into a new generation of Disney princess stories - in fact, some (Cheryl) might even say we’re firmly in the Disney Renaissance “Renaissance”. We start the episode chatting about what makes this era of Disney princess films distinctively different from the original Disney Renaissance. The conversation ends with a chat about what is next for Disney and whether we are nearing the end of the current generation of Disney princes...
The Evolution of the Disney Princess | Frozen Part 3
June 17, 2021 11:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MBWhat does it mean to be a Disney princess? How have Disney princesses evolved over time? This episode, we chat about the qualities of a Disney princess and how we perceive the princess stereotype in society. We explore how the evolution of the Disney princess stereotype relates to our understanding of feminism and femininity. Reference: The Take, “The Disney Princess Trope, Explained” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LoTKv9WjzHY&ab_channel=TheTake Let us know what you think and chat with u...
The Modern Happily Ever After | Frozen Part 2
June 10, 2021 11:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MBWhat is “true love” in the fairy tale genre? In this episode, we chat about the ending of Frozen and how Frozen both acknowledges and disrupts our understanding of “true love”. We also chat about how this new understanding of “true love” has been applied across other genres and how that alters the modern day “happily ever after”. 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: http...
The Fairy Tale Trope | Frozen Part 1
June 03, 2021 11:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MBWhat is Disney without fairy tales? This month, we’re chatting about all things Frozen and what better way to start than with a discussion about fairy tales. From Prince Charming to Good vs. Evil, listen in on our conversation about the components of the fairy tale trope. We also chat about fairy tale origins and how they compare with Disney original stories (such as Moanna or Brave). What other fairy tale is Disney going to adapt next? Is Rumpelstiltskin going to be a thing? Let us know wh...
Endings as Beginnings | Soul Part 4
May 27, 2021 11:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MBWhat was the meaning behind “Soul”? In this discussion, we chat about how Soul provides a different perspective on The American Dream and the poetic themes of rebirth in the film. We also talk about the primary difference in messaging between Pixar and Disney films, and what we thought about the ending of Soul. 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...
Diversity On-Screen and Behind the Scenes in Animation | Soul Part 3
May 20, 2021 11:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MBAfter watching Soul, Cheryl and Lara dig into the behind the scenes and making of the movie, where we learned about Disney’s Cultural Trust. In this episode, we chat about diverse perspectives in animated films, representation behind the scenes and potentially why diversity is often overlooked in the animation genre. References: The Present (Short Film) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C_nJJHaNmnY&ab_channel=MAGNETFILM It’s Nice That: “Why is there a lack of women in animation, and what c...
How Digitisation Has Changed the Film Industry | Soul Part 2
May 13, 2021 11:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MBA conversation about special features in Disney+ leads Cheryl and Lara to talk about the latest changes in film distribution. We also chat about how film marketing has shifted from marketing specific to individual films to advertisements about a catalogue of films for Disney+ or Netflix. Our conversation ends with how “Soul” was completed during the COVID-19 pandemic and how the film industry can continue to be highly collaborative while working from home. Reference: Polandbananas20: https...
Are Pixar films for adults? | Soul Part 1
May 06, 2021 11:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MBWhat do you expect from a Pixar film? How does ‘Soul’ match or differ from our expectations? In this episode, Cheryl and Lara chat about our initial thoughts on the 2020 Pixar film, “Soul”. We talk about how Pixar storytelling compares with Disney storytelling and how they may be targeting different audience groups. Lastly, we chat about our experience watching “Soul” on Disney Plus and how it adds or subtracts from the film experience. Let us know what you think and chat with us on Twitter...
Yo ho, a pirate’s life for us! | Pirates of the Caribbean Part 4
April 29, 2021 11:00 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MBDid you know that Pirates of the Caribbean was inspired by an amusement park ride? In this episode, Cheryl and Lara talk about the development of Pirates and how the success of the franchise has influenced the ride that it originated from. We also chat about other films with interesting origins and how inspiration can truly come from all places, including the fans themselves. Let us know what you think and chat with us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/WTF_WithUs Theme Music Credit: Ultra Li...
BONUS | 2021 Oscars + Predictions (with Laura Schlee)
April 23, 2021 16:00 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MBThe most important night in cinema is coming up this week! What did we think of the 2020 movie season and the Oscar nominations list? In this episode, Cheryl and Lara are joined by friend Laura, our resident Oscars expert. This year, she successfully found and watched all of the nominated movies. Listen in on our thoughts about what films we are rooting for and which ones we think will win in a quickfire lightning round at the end of the episode! Let us know what you think and chat with us ...
Bending the Adventure Genre | Pirates of the Caribbean Part 3
April 22, 2021 11:00 - 31 minutes - 21.4 MBWhy is Pirates of the Caribbean so fun? How does Pirates play with the adventure genre? In this episode, Cheryl and Lara chat about how genre bending made Pirates of the Caribbean so enjoyable. We then chat about how genre bending creates interesting stories and bring up some of our favourite genre bending films. Much like the music industry, genre bending broadens the reach of the film to audiences who may not have chosen to watch the film if it only stayed in one genre. Let us know what y...
How Hans Zimmer Disrupted Film Scoring | Pirates of the Caribbean Part 2
April 15, 2021 11:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MBCheryl and Lara find out that Hans Zimmer did not in fact score Pirates of the Caribbean, which leads to a conversation about film scores. In this episode, we chat about what film music is and how it has changed in the past few decades. We also talk about how Hans Zimmer’s primary method of film scoring (mixing and layering with electronic instrumental libraries rather than writing sheet music) may have influenced the incorporation of non-instrumental sounds, like in the recent Tenet soundtr...
Why is the rum always gone? | Pirates of the Caribbean Part 1
April 08, 2021 11:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MBWelcome to Pirates of the Caribbean - one of the most enjoyable Disney franchises! Yet, Pirates isn’t often the series that comes to mind when we think of Disney. In this episode, Cheryl and Lara chat about all things franchises, when they often fail and what can help them succeed. We also chat about how our expectations change with every installment, and how those expectations affect our perceived quality of the films. Let us know what you think and chat with us on Twitter: https://twitter...
Shrekisode | Shrek
April 01, 2021 11:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MBAs a bit of a detour, Cheryl and Lara chat about Shrek, which (we know) is not Disney, but (rumour has it) is very intertwined with Disney because of the drama that happened behind the scenes. This episode is all about how Shrek compares with Disney and how it pokes fun at the fairytale trope and its competitor. We also chat about how the competition between Disney and Dreamworks shaped each other and developed the animated film genre to how it is today. Let us know what you think and chat ...
Disney Original Songs | The Lion King Part 4
March 25, 2021 11:00 - 32 minutes - 22.7 MBWhat did we think of the music in The Lion King remake? In this episode, Cheryl and Lara chat about music in Disney films. From how the music compares to the original film to what we thought about the new original songs (including one from Beyonce!), we discuss our feelings about the new soundtrack and how successful it was compared to other Disney remakes. We also chat about Beyonce’s overall involvement in the movie and how her involvement might have impacted the film. Let us know what yo...
CGI or CG-why? | The Lion King Part 3
March 18, 2021 11:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MB...or otherwise titled “did we need a new Lion King?” After watching the 2019 live-action remake of The Lion King, Cheryl and Lara delve into their thoughts on the new Disney remakes. We chat about whether the remake was successful from both a storytelling and business perspective. And, more importantly, whether the CGI Lion King was doomed from the start. We end our conversation with our thoughts on remakes in general and how remakes can be done successfully through remixing genres and pers...
Life Lessons with Disney | The Lion King Part 2
March 11, 2021 12:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MBWhat are themes that often occur in Disney animated films and why are they suitable for families? In this episode, Cheryl and Lara talk about what we noticed watching The Lion King as an adult compared with what we noticed when we were a kid. This conversation leads us to a chat about how Disney teaches kids life lessons in an entertaining yet educational format. And, how Disney songs further distribute those life lessons beyond just the film. Let us know what you think and chat with us on ...
Animated Musicals | The Lion King Part 1
March 04, 2021 12:00 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MBWelcome to The Lion King! We’re so excited to watch this Disney classic - in fact, it was one of the first films we wanted to watch since starting the podcast. In this episode, we are wrapping up our discussion within the musical genre with an animated musical! Is there such a thing as “suspending too much disbelief” in animated musicals? We also chat about what the animated genre would look like with Disney and their animated musicals. And finally, listen in on our final thoughts on the mus...
A Taylor Swift Musical?! | The Sound of Music Part 4
February 25, 2021 12:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MBWhat are some musicals that don’t exist but totally could? In this week’s episode, Cheryl and Lara chat about why their parents introduced them to The Sound of Music. Their conversation leads them to a discussion about how music in musicals affects our enjoyment of a musical, leading them to chat about artists, like Taylor Swift and Billie Eilish, with discographies that could be developed into new musicals. Lastly, we chat about the limits of the format and the degree of complexity that cou...
Films that Survive Generations | The Sound of Music Part 3
February 18, 2021 13:00 - 33 minutes - 23 MBWhat are movies that your parents watched as a kid that they watched with you when you were younger? And, what are movies that we’ll pass down to the next generation of kids? In this episode, Cheryl and Lara chat about the old musicals that they haven’t heard of and marvel at how The Sound of Music has lasted through two generations. We also chat about the transatlantic accent and why some may like it (Cheryl) and why others might not (Lara). Let us know what you think and chat with us on T...
Watching old films in the present day | The Sound of Music Part 2
February 11, 2021 05:00 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MBThe Sound of Music is the oldest film that Cheryl and Lara have watched thus far on #WTFWithUS, but how do we feel about watching old films? What is our experience with older movies? We also talk about the perception of early cinema across the different generations. Listen in on our conversation about the oldest films we've seen, why we watched them and how we felt about them. And most importantly, what do you think? Do you think the current generation of kids prefer the old Disney animated...
Rewatching films from childhood | The Sound of Music Part 1
February 04, 2021 12:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MB“Do” a deer a female deer… that’s right folks, we’re watching The Sound of Music! It’s been well over a decade since Cheryl and Lara have watched the film - how does watching The Sound of Music as a kid compare to watching it as an adult? What are things we noticed this time around that we hadn’t as children? Our discussion also leads us to reminisce about childhood films we’ve rewatched as grown ups and how accurate or inaccurate our memory of these films may be. Let us know what you think...
The Bollywood Genre | Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara Part 4
January 28, 2021 12:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MBIn this final episode of Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara, Cheryl and Lara talk about the ending of Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara and how it was satisfyingly unexpected. This discussion leads us into a conversation about the Bollywood genre: whether Bollywood films follow a specific formula and if there are specific characteristics found across all films in the genre. We chat about whether Bollywood films might fall into the slice of life genre, but also what we both consider 'slice of life' or 'cinéma v...
Stereotypes in Film & Society | Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara Part 3
January 21, 2021 13:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MBDoes Bollywood really represent the reality of India? In this episode, Cheryl and Lara talk about how film influences society and why that matters. Film can introduce us to different perspectives and cultures, but it can also perpetuate existing stereotypes. Is that a good or bad thing? Lastly, we also chat about the double meaning of YOLO: make the most out of life and do really dangerous activities, or be careful with what you do because this is your one life? References: DW “Does Bollyw...
The Foreign Language Film as a Genre | Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara Part 2
January 14, 2021 12:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBWhy do we classify non-English language films as their own genre? What are the pitfalls of discussing foreign language films in one category? In this episode, Cheryl and Lara continue watching Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara and chat about the competitive landscape of non-English language films. More specifically, we talk about how filmmakers within this category face challenges getting their films in front of viewers, film festival programmers and awards voters. References: Deadline “The 2021 M...
YOLO! | Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara Part 1
January 07, 2021 12:00 - 33 minutes - 23 MBWe’re starting 2021 with a non-English language film: Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara, a Bollywood film, which translates to YOLO! The film is about a bachelor party set in Spain, where the three main characters (Kabir, Arjun and Imran) engage in thrill-seeking adventures. This week, we talk about our experience with the Bollywood genre and our first impressions of the film. We also chat about new year's resolutions and what kinds of thrill-seeking adventures we would choose if we had a similar Bac...
Our 2020 Favourites & Looking Ahead to 2021
December 31, 2020 13:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MBHappy New Year! What films made it to our top 5 list this year? And, what are some films that Cheryl and Lara are looking forward to in 2021? Countdown to 2021 with us and get to know more about the kinds of films we like. Tell us what films you liked in 2020 and what you’re looking forward to in 2021 on Twitter @WTF_withus - we would love to hear from you! Theme Music Credit: Ultra Lights by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2020 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (...
A Very GLEEful Episode | Glee Season 2 Christmas Episode
December 24, 2020 21:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MBAfter watching High School Musical, we were inspired to watch some Glee to continue the teen musical theme. It was also perfect timing to watch one of the Glee Christmas specials. After all, the Glee Christmas songs are some of the most enjoyable renditions of festive classics - and some of the most popular Glee cover! We also talk about how Glee may or may not have stood the test of time (hint: it hasn’t) and why it hasn’t held up as well as High School Musical or other musically-oriented f...
Teen Musicals | High School Musical Part 4
December 17, 2020 12:00 - 35 minutes - 24.1 MBHave you ever thought about why SO many movies take place in high school, despite high school being such a small amount of a person’s lifespan? And how, somehow, all the characters’ problems seem to get resolved by the time they graduate? In this episode we dive into teen movies and why we find coming-of-age films so satisfying. We also talk about some films that are set in high school but are darker than fun, comedic films like HSM or To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before. References: “50 of ...
Is High School Musical a Cult Classic? | High School Musical Part 3
December 10, 2020 12:00 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MBFew Disney Channel original films have gained the same amount of status and fan following as High School Musical had. So why is it that HSM did so much better than the other Disney originals? At this point, almost fifteen years after it came out, can High School Musical be considered a classic or cult classic? This week, Cheryl and Lara talk about HSM’s current stature and how it developed its cult following. References: Top 15 Disney Channel Original Movies from the early 2000s https://w...
Pop Culture Relevance of High School Musical | High School Musical Part 2
December 03, 2020 11:00 - 32 minutes - 22.2 MBIf you were a tween in 2006 and you hadn’t seen High School Musical, you weren’t considered cool. And now, flash forward to 2020, High School Musical continues to be remixed into contemporary pop culture. In this week’s episode, we discuss the popularity of HSM and its (surprising) lasting relevance. We also chat about how nostalgia plays a part in our current perception of HSM. Plus, we read the funniest comments from HSM videos on YouTube (have you seen the memes from ‘Bet On It’?! Iconic....
The Start of Something New?! | High School Musical Part 1
November 26, 2020 11:00 - 33 minutes - 23 MBWhat musical is the polar opposite of Sweeney Todd? If you guess the original HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL, you are correct - what a perfect follow-up to the horror musical. In this episode, we discuss whether it’s ‘cool’ to do music in high school or if what is considered cool has changed, and if HSM paved the way for the boon of the movie musical (including shows like Glee). But most importantly, would Zac Efron still be hot if he wasn’t a celebrity? Tune in to hear our thoughts. Movie Credit: All...
Sondheim vs Andrew Lloyd Webber | Sweeney Todd Part 5
November 19, 2020 11:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBWhat are Cheryl and Lara’s favourite musicals? Cheryl’s answer leads us to the inevitable discussion about Sondheim vs Andrew Lloyd Webber - very fitting for this episode as we watch the final bit of Sweeney Todd. Which musical composer do we prefer, and why? Listen in on our conversation and find out more about our musical tastes! Reference: Corridor Crew “VFX Artists React to Bad & Great CGi 2” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M4nGxX2mHOs&ab_channel=CorridorCrew Movie Credit: All movie c...
What is “horror music” | Sweeney Todd Part 3
November 12, 2020 12:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MBWhy are most horror musicals comedic? And what is 'scary' music and why is it such an important element in scary movies? Spooky season extends into November in this episode, where Cheryl and Lara continue watching Sweeney Todd while chatting about music in horror movies. We note the importance of music in horror films and how music can subvert what is familiar to us and make it unfamiliar. Reference: BBC “What makes a great horror movie soundtrack?” https://www.bbc.com/culture/article/2016...
What is “horror music” | Sweeney Todd Part 4
November 12, 2020 12:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MBWhy are most horror musicals comedic? And what is 'scary' music and why is it such an important element in scary movies? Spooky season extends into November in this episode, where Cheryl and Lara continue watching Sweeney Todd while chatting about music in horror movies. We note the importance of music in horror films and how music can subvert what is familiar to us and make it unfamiliar. Reference: BBC “What makes a great horror movie soundtrack?” https://www.bbc.com/culture/article/2016...
Rooting for the Bad Guy | Sweeney Todd Part 3
November 05, 2020 12:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBWhat does it mean to root for the bad guy in a film? How do stories with bad guy protagonists usually end? Cheryl and Lara talk about how we feel about rooting for the bad guy and how the audience might still root for Sweeney Todd despite his terrible actions. Join us as we continue with Tim Burton’s Sweeney Todd, where we chat about storytelling from the bad guy’s perspective. Movie Credit: All movie content belongs to the filmmaker, producers and creatives. Theme Music Credit: Ultra Ligh...