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
244 episodes
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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Season 1
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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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Season 1
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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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Season 1
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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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Season 1
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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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Season 1
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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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Season 1
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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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Season 1
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Episode 226
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33:12
Action Adventure Movies | Indiana Jones Raiders of the Lost Ark Part 3
Why don’t we have as many action adventure movies like Indiana Jones anymore? In this episode, we chat about how audience tastes have changed, and hypothesise why interest in adventurous action films may have waned.Let us know...
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Season 1
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Episode 225
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33:36
Aging Protagonists in Franchises | Indiana Jones Raiders of the Lost Ark Part 2
How should franchises handle aging protagonists? In this episode, we talk about the aging celebrity in long running franchises and what franchises do when movie stars age out of their roles.Let us know what you think and chat ...
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Season 1
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Episode 224
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32:32
Why Indian Jones worked | Indiana Jones Raiders of the Lost Ark Part 1
What are the aspects of Indiana Jones that makes it such a beloved franchise? Is it Harrison Ford himself? In this episode, we talk about why it worked and how franchises reinvent themselves over time.Let us know what you think and chat ...
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Season 1
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Episode 223
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31:51
Suspense in Films | Speed Part 4
Why do we find suspense engaging? In this episode, we talk about suspense across different genres - how they differ and when too much suspense might not be a good thing!Let us know what you think and chat with us on Twitter: <...
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Season 1
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Episode 222
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34:01
Keanu Reeves | Speed Part 3
What is Keanu Reeves’ appeal? In this episode, we talk about the types of action movie stars, and how Keanu Reeves fits into the category.Vulture “The Beatific Imperfection of Keanu Reeves in The Matrix, 25 Years Later”: https...
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Season 1
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Episode 221
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32:32
Romance through Trauma | Speed Part 2
Why are there so many movies where traumatic events encourage the main characters to fall in love? We discuss this traumatic and romantic trope, how it’s believable and why it might be one of our favourite romantic tropes.Let ...
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Episode 220
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32:29
Hostage Movies | Speed Part 1
Why are hostage movies fascinating? This month, we’re watching one of Lara’s favourite films, “Speed”. And, interestingly enough, it’s also a movie featuring a hostage situation, where an ensemble cast is trapped on a bus. We chat through what ...
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Episode 219
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34:09
[SPECIAL] Summer Films / Pre-Festival Chat
The films of summer 2024 left us a bit underwhelmed - was it because there wasn’t a “Barbenheimer”? And also, what do we think about the “It Ends With Us” drama? We also chat about the upcoming weeks of festival season and the films we are most...
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Episode 218
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34:06
What makes a great car chase scene? | Fast Five
The Fast & Furious franchise is all about cars and stunts with cars. We review the car chase scenes in Fast Five, talking about why they worked and didn’t work, and generally chat about the use car chase scenes in action films.
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Episode 217
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33:11
Action Villains | Fast Five
Are action villains memorable? In this episode, we chat about the types of bad guys in action movies and the increasingly convoluted plots of modern action films.Let us know what you think and chat with us on Twitter:
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Season 1
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Episode 216
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34:16
Heist Movies | Fast Five
One of the main reasons why we chose to watch the fifth installment of the “Fast & Furious” franchise was because “Fast Five” is a heist film. And we love heist films! In this episode, we chat all things heist, including the stock character...
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Season 1
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Episode 215
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32:35