This weekend: Binge Black Mirror or start the Last of us?
Another big week of big screen and small screen action and with everyone getting a healthy dose of time off over the bank holiday what should you be tucking into on the film and tv front? Well we’ve got you covered. On the pod today we take a look at the first episode of the new series of the Last of Us. We take a deep dive into whether the new season of Black Mirror is up there with the best of the work they’ve done over the years. Jack gives us an in depth look into the film ‘Drop’ plus we have a spoiler heavy review of the White Lotus finale! We’d love to hear from you so get in touch @byobpod on the socials! Next up we’ve also got some homework for you, time to get watching: Into the Wild! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Does Margin Call show money turns people into scumbags?
Welcome back to the pod! This week we're heading back to 2011 and the film Margin Call. Now lots of you may have missed this when it first came out but its online popularity has given it a real second wind. We get stuck into some of the best scenes in the film in particular the boardroom sequence where Jeremy Irons lays down the law, we discuss the nature of how money can change an individual, how morality and self preservation can get in the way of each other and what lengths people will go to to ensure survival in their own bubble.How about this for a cast by the way: Kevin Spacey as Sam Rogers, Paul Bettany as Will Emerson, Jeremy Irons as John Tuld, Zachary Quinto as Peter Sullivan, Stanley Tucci as Eric Dale, Simon Baker as Jared Cohen, Demi Moore as Sarah Robertson, Penn Badgley as Seth Bregman, Mary McDonnell as Mary Rogers, Aasif Mandvi as Ramesh Shah. Hell of a shoot out for MVP!There are few redeeming features around any of the characters but we take a look at which characters seem to have some level of moral sensibility - as we rank them on the scumbagometer!Finally we discuss whether a film can become a fine wine through the nature of its online presence and being resurfaced through Youtube! Lots to get into - back with you on Friday with what to watch this weekend!Time to get watching for next week: Into the Wild (2007) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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This Is England and the Echoes of Fascism + White Lotus Finale Spoiler-free Chat
In this episode, Ben and Jack take a close look at Shane Meadows’ This Is England, a film that confronts the complexities of race, identity, and nationalism in 1980s Britain. They unpack how the film depicts the horrors of racism through art - and whether such portrayals are a necessary form of truth-telling, or if they risk exploiting the trauma of those affected.They delve into the long shadow of Margaret Thatcher, exploring how her policies reshaped northern, working-class communities, and how the film captures the fallout. The episode also shines a light on the film’s female characters, whose presence challenges and deepens the male-dominated narrative, offering much-needed perspective and emotional grounding.The discussion then turns to the danger of disenfranchised masculinity - how lost, angry young men become vulnerable to radicalisation and draws parallels with the rise of far-right movements today. Have we really learned from the past, or are we repeating it in new forms?A timely and urgent conversation about history, identity, and the power of film to hold a mirror to society.Also in this episode: Ben responds to the backlash surrounding his A Minecraft Movie review, and Jack passionately argues why the latest season of The White Lotus isn’t just the best one yet, but a near-flawless piece of television.If you find the episode thought-provoking, please consider rating, reviewing, and subscribing to help others find the podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Is Minecraft a total shambles? Plus A working man surprise!
Welcome back to the apology wagon! Sorry we couldn't get this one to you sooner guys - 3 films to get you reviews from today a couple of which have only just been released. Lots to shout about - starting with 'Death of a Unicorn' Jenna Ortega, Paul Rudd, Will Poulter all on excellent form - but does the film know what it wants to be? We'd love to hear from you so do please reach out and let us know what you thought of Death of a Unicorn.Next up - the pleasantly surprising 'A Working Man'. Jack reveals a gentle man crush on the Stath and the lads get into whether the art of being an action hero is starting to die out. We take a look at Apple TV's new hit the studio and discuss whether it holds a mirror up to the experience so many will have of the dream job turns out to be a nightmare.Finally... A Minecraft Movie. EESH the less said the better. Chapters for you here:00:00 Introduction 03:02 Review of 'Death of a Unicorn'11:51 Exploring 'A Working Man'22:25 The Evolution of Action Heroes24:00 The Studio: A New Perspective on Hollywood30:11 Apple TV's Commitment to Quality Content32:37 The Minecraft Movie: A Critical Review45:04 Reflections on Val Kilmer's Legacy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Does Trainspotting romanticise Heroin?
Up this week a very fragile Ben and Jack return to discuss Trainspotting. First up an apology of being so frighteningly behind on bringing the pod to you this week - all will be revealed as to why. So... Trainspotting taken from the book by Irvine Welsh, which first became a stage show before then becoming A Danny Boyle classic. But what's it all about?Well firstly heroin. But is it just heroin? Is it about addiction and the idea of trying to understand the world in which we inhabit. We see the film apply a critical lense to the group of heroin addicts at the films core but does it judge? Was the film harsh enough on the effects of heroin?Now nearly 30 years on the perspective on heroin has changed substantially but Ben and Jack have a nose into whether young men are still plagued by the same problems that the film was discussing in the mid 90's. We take a look at the character of Renton, whether he's a hero or whether he's a villain before looking at some of the more brutal and uncomfortable scenes. Fantastic bit of fine wine of war crime today - plus only one man for MVP!Lots to come on what to watch this weekend - see you all on Friday!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Introducing Bring Your Own Blockbuster, the podcast that takes you on a trip down memory lane with your hosts, Ben Haines and Jack Hussey. Each week, they bring a beloved classic film from yesteryear to the forefront of your mind and analyse it from top to bottom, bringing their own unique perspectives and insights to the table.As film buffs, Ben and Jack have an encyclopaedic knowledge of cinema, and they're not afraid to ask the tough questions about a movie's relevance in today's world. They're joined occasionally by special guests, who share their own opinions and experiences, and importantly, bring their own blockbuster, adding a fresh perspective to the discussion.BYOB is a celebration of cinema's past, a chance to revisit the movies that shaped our childhoods and continue to influence our lives today. So grab the popcorn, settle in, and join Ben and Jack as they take you on a journey through some of the greatest films of all time on BYOB. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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