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Kingology 003 – The Shining
Mark talks about King’s third published novel The Shining, and about Kubrick’s The Shining (1980), The authorised miniseries (1997) and Room 237 (2012), the documentary about the various fan-theories about the underlying themes of the Kubrick movie.
The Warriors, Streets of Fire and Mothra Vs Godzilla – episode 145
In this one, we cover the two Walter Hill iconic movies The Warriors and Streets of Fire, and for our Kaiju movie we cover Mothra Versus Godzilla Other stuff covered: Movies Zulu Romper Stomper A Clockwork Orange Dead Snow Hanzo … Continue reading
Switchblade Sisters 3.5/5
Okay it lacks credibility and acting ability, but it makes up for it in the charm of the leading actresses – they may not convince, but they sure are fun in this violent, sexy, ridiculous romp among high-school gangs (and … Continue reading
Sightseers 4/5
This is a second watch, and if anything it’s funnier the second time around. The hilarious deadpan, deadly pair go around the terrible attractions of the British countryside leaving a trail of death and destruction as they go, saying banal … Continue reading
Stir Crazy 3/5
Reasonably engaging comedy with a few very good sections, and a lot of sections where there’s story but no laughs, in particular the last act. It is an enjoyable time though, and I particularly like the rather touching scene where … Continue reading
Silver Streak 2/5
Rather dull comedy thriller that really doesn’t do either of those things. Jill Clayburgh is quite good as the everywoman attracted to Gene Wilder, but the comedy just feels mostly off through the whole thing, and the plot gets tiresome. … Continue reading
Stridulum aka The Visitor 3.5/5
Completely bananas movie with an impressive cast (John Huston! Shelley Winters! Glen Ford! Franco Nero as Jesus Christ!) and with a young Lance Henrikson, this is a nutty cross between The Omen and the theatrical cut of Highlander 2, with … Continue reading
Super Troopers 3.5/5
This isn’t bust a gut funny and there were long stretches where I didn’t laugh at all, but the characters and their shenanigans are charming and fun, and it’s rather enjoyable, and the third act actually improves its score but … Continue reading
Shock Corridor 4/5
Crazy, fun exploitation flick about a reporter faking insanity to investigate a murder in an asylum, but then finding faking madness and being mad are kind of a bit too close to each other for comfort. It also actually says … Continue reading
Star Trek The Original Series Season 2 Episodes 11-20 – Odd One Out 054
Mark talks about Star Trek The Original Series, Season 2, Episodes 11-20
Lock Stock and Two Smoking Barrels + Snatch – 132
Sam and Mark talk about a few movies and games watched/played since last time, and about Guy Ritchie’s first two commercial movies, Lock Stock and Two Smoking Barrels, and Snatch
Stoker – Odd One Out 052
The mesmeric, but troubling, Stoker.
Snatch 4.5/5
Whilst Guy Ritchie’s directing career has been up and down (and I’m glad it’s now on the up, after his rather fine take on Sherlock Holmes), this reminds you why he deserves to still be in the game. Okay, there’s … Continue reading
Harold Ramis Special – Stripes, Vacation, Caddyshack – 131
In this episode, Mark and Sam cover 3 movies directed, written and/or acted in by the late, great Harold Ramis. Plus a number of other movies we’ve watched since last time. Ghost Rider Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance David Attenborough’s … Continue reading
Stoker 4/5
This is an outrageously good-looking film, and every scene has tantalising and enthralling composition. It engages and keeps your attention. However… The motivations and character development of the main focus of this story is just odd. I will avoid spoilers … Continue reading
Submarine 3/5
Rather fine coming of age/emo drama that required a little patience to get used to during the first act, but actually quietly satisfying by the end. Rather nice direction, sound, acting and script.
Stripes 3.5/5
A film of three parts really, and the first part isn’t as funny as I remember it. The first part is we get to see Bill Murray and Harold Ramis before they sign up. It’s a short segment, but I … Continue reading
Stalled 2.5/5
While extremely low budget and with some technical issues, it does have a certain charm that reminded me of Peter Jackson’s early efforts, like Bad Taste and Dead Alive, and the central performance was solid. The issues were some of … Continue reading
Star Trek The Original Series Season 2 Episodes 01-10 – Odd One Out 049
Mark talks about Star Trek The Original Series, Season 2, Episodes 1-10
Seven Samurai 5/5
Here’s the short version: Superb, one of the greatest movies of all time. Here’s the long version: This is a terrific film, and the version I saw at 3 hours, 26 minutes really shouldn’t have a single moment removed, in … Continue reading
Sanjuro 4/5
Whilst not as thoroughly engaging or immersed in a coherent story as the similar Yojimbo (and there’s debate as to whether this is a sequel, or different character), this is still a lot of fun. With very little dialogue, we … Continue reading
Star Wars: Clone Wars 4/5
This is a review of both parts of the Star:Wars Clone Wars 2-D animated series. This is fun, exciting and fresh, and the best Star Wars since the original trilogy. Originally broadcast in 4 or 5 minute segments, this still … Continue reading
Star Wars 2: Attack of the Clones 3.5/5
Well, I think whenever Annakin is on screen in dramatic parts, it feels quite poor and drags by his mopey teenager persona, but there were two dramatic scenes I thought were decent. The first, the death-scene of Shmi Skywalker, was … Continue reading
Stone Cold 3.5/5
Whilst Brian Bosworth has all the acting ability of a tree stump, the charm of this movie is generated by 3 things; the grandiose scene-chewing of Lance Henriksen, delivering lines like ‘This reminds me of my father’s last words: “Don’t … Continue reading
Star Wars IV: A New Hope 4.5/5
A real thrilling spectacle. It’s been 10 years or more since I last watched this, and I have to admit, I was excited about rewatching it. And yes, it easily lived up to the expectation and excitement. My favourite part … Continue reading
Saturday Night Fever 3.5/5
Travolta is absolutely terrific in this, giving the reasonably complex script his all by an excellent portrayal of a conflicted, trapped, working class young guy. He’s helped by the pounding soundtrack, especially the BeeGees tracks, which add several points of … Continue reading
Shane – A beautiful looking, mature, complex Western 8.5/10
Shane Made in 1951, and I’d never seen it before. This was terrific, I was expecting a simple but enjoyable horse-opera, but what I got was much more; whilst old-fashioned in many respects, it was amazingly mature and sophisticated in … Continue reading
Scott Pilgrim Versus The World and Favourite Nerds Episode 011
In this show, Sam and Mark discuss the movie (and comic book) Scott Pilgrim Versus The World, and compare their favourite nerds, as well as a number of current xbox 360 games.
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2 and Harry Potter versus Star Wars Episode 007
In this show, Max and Sam discuss what they liked and disliked about the latest Harry Potter movie, and then decided which franchise was best: Harry Potter or Star Wars
Spaceballs and Top 5 Animated Movies Episode 006
In this episiode, Mark and Sam take a look at Spaceballs by Mel Brooks, choose their top 5 2D animated movies, and skim over The Ghost of Frankenstein, From Hell and The Punisher.