Watch The Film With Us
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
Episodes
255 episodes
Bottle Movies | Training Day Part 2
What is a “bottle movie” and why do we love them? In this episode, we chat about films that take place over a short period of time, exploring our favourite 24-hour films and why they’re fun to watch. Let us know what you ...
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Episode 250
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33:08
Cops & Gangs | Training Day Part 1
Why are we watching “Training Day”? In this intro episode, we chat about how the film acts as an alternate perspective into the world of gangster movies. We also chat about what we thought about the film and it’s context set in the 2000s.
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Episode 249
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31:18
Gangsters & The American Dream | Scarface Part 4
What do all our gangster protagonists have in common? They’re all pretty power hungry. We reflect on why gangsters choose their paths, particularly how their ambition and recklessness snowball into a path of self-destruction.L...
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Episode 248
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32:03
Banned Films | Scarface Part 3
Did you know that the 1930’s Scarface film was banned? In this episode, we chat about the main differences about the two films and how they reflect gangs in America. We also explore the subjective nature of banning and rating films.<...
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Episode 247
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32:49
Money Making in Gangs | Scarface Part 2
How do gangs make money? In this episode, we chat about the types of money making avenues, and compare them over the three films we have watched. We also postulate about how modern gangs make money.Let us know what you think a...
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Episode 246
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32:26
Disloyalty | Scarface Part 1
How did we find “Scarface”? In this episode, we chat about why the film didn’t work for us, particularly about the choice of protagonist and unlikeable characters. We also begin to compare “Scarface” with “The Godfather” and “Goodfellas”.
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Episode 245
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31:57
[SPECIAL] Oscars 2025 (with Laura)
We are back with our Oscars expert Laura, chatting about the 2025 Oscars that just around the corner. Which films do we think will win? And which ones were our favourites? Tune in to find out!Let us know what you think and cha...
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Episode 244
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45:01
Gangster Films & the Oscars | Goodfellas Part 3
Why does the industry love gangster films so much? In this episode, we chat about gangster films’ complicated storylines and why it is often a genre that is seen favourably by the Academy. We also chat about why best picture matters and what an...
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Episode 243
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33:47
Loyalty | Goodfellas Part 2
Loyalty is key to the mafia - but how does it often play out in these films? In this episode, we talk about how loyalty is a double-edged sword in gangs and why most gangster films end with disloyalty and mistrust.Let us know ...
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Episode 242
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34:03
Martin Scorsese | Goodfellas Part 1
How did Goodfellas compare with The Godfather? In this episode, we talk about all things Martin Scorses - including his films, style and where he gets his inspiration. Tune in to find out whether we liked Goodfellas!Let us kno...
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Episode 241
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33:33
The Godfather in Pop Culture | The Godfather Part 4
Why is The Godfather so embedded in our pop culture? In this episode, we chat about the reasons why The Godfather is still discussed today, and how gangster films fascinate us as audience members.Let us know what you think and...
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Episode 240
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33:05
Family | The Godfather Part 3
Family is a big part of the mafia, and it’s also what makes these stories enticing to watch. Who doesn’t love a family drama - particularly about rich people? We also chat about the mafia as a family business and how that differs to other organ...
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Episode 239
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34:22
Masculinity (again) | The Godfather Part 2
It’s no secret that gangster films are violent and mostly feature only male characters. In this episode, we chat about how there are no female gangster films, discussing the forms of masculinity within the film and how it leads Michael to becom...
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Episode 238
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32:31
Gangster Movies | The Godfather Part 1
Welcome to a new genre! We’re starting 2025 with a new film and new genre… gangster movies. And what better way to introduce the genre than by watching the most iconic gangster film of all, The Godfather. In this episode, we chat about what mak...
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Episode 237
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33:18
End of 2024 Special
What were our top five films of 2024? And what are we looking forward to in 2025?Let us know what you think and chat with us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/WTF_WithUs
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Episode 236
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34:33
Action Movie Locations | Hot Fuzz Part 4
How does Hot Fuzz use its setting to its advantage? We chat about why action movies are usually set in cities and how the juxtaposition of Sandford makes the film even more humorous.Let us know what you think and chat with us ...
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Episode 235
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35:47
Edgar Wright | Hot Fuzz Part 3
We chat about Edgar Wright, his filmmaking style and background. Our conversation also leads us to discussing his broad range and his recent transition into thriller-horror films.Let us know what you think and chat with us on ...
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Episode 234
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34:12
Cop Movies | Hot Fuzz Part 2
Why are there so many films and tv shows about cops? In this episode, we chat about why police make such fascinating subjects and how their role in society is perfect for the structure of tv shows and films.Let us know what yo...
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Episode 233
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33:54
Action Comedy | Hot Fuzz Part 1
A fun one to end 2024 - with an action comedy, Hot Fuzz! We chat about the blending of two very entertaining genres, discussing how interpretations of comedic films change with wisdom and life experience, and the industry’s perception of comedi...
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Episode 232
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30:56
The “Dad” Action Protagonist | Gladiator Part 4
Russell Crowe isn’t your stereotypical action protagonist - but why does it work for Gladiator? We also chat about the casting for Gladiator 2 and the sorts of actors who have played “dad” action protagonists.Let us know what ...
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Episode 231
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34:01
Ridley Scott | Gladiator Part 3
What is our favourite Ridley Scott film? And why do people love his films? In this episode, we chat all things Ridley Scott, including key themes he explores and his filmmaking style.Let us know what you think and chat with us...
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Episode 230
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34:13
Hand to Hand Combat | Gladiator Part 2
Hand to hand combat features throughout Gladiator, and is such a core part of the action genre. In this episode, we chat about different types of combat and what makes the fighting in Gladiator so epic.Let us know what you thi...
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Episode 229
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34:33
Historical Action | Gladiator Part 1
Welcome to Wickediator month, where we are watching the original Gladiator! In this episode, we chat about our overall thoughts on the film and compare it to Indiana Jones - particularly in how historical action differs from the action adventur...
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Episode 228
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34:12
[SPECIAL] Fall Film Festival 2024
Which films were our favourite at our film festivals? Listen in on our debrief about film festival season!Let us know what you think and chat with us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/WTF...
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Episode 227
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31:12
The Golden Age of Franchses | Indiana Jones Raiders of the Lost Ark Part 4
We couldn’t end this month without talking about George Lucas! Our conversation leads us to wonder if Star Wars and Indiana Jones were the golden age of franchises, and besides money, what makes franchises successful, enjoyable and rewatchable?...
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Episode 226
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33:12