Review It Yourself

• Defend It Yourself 24: Rubber (2010) with Griffin from 'Reboot Deboot Podcast'

  Defend It Yourself returns after over a year away, and it begins with an absolute beaut!Griffin from the Reboot Deboot Podcast joins Sean to defend, Rubber (2010).Find Griffin's Podcast Here: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/rebootdebootDiscussion Points:-Griffin thinks people need to check their tone when talking about this film.-Sean was worried what he'd been asked to watch, when he heard the title.-The DVD read-through returns.-This film is truly like nothing you've ever seen!-Sean was disappointed that the deaths weren't more inventive.-Griffin wonders why B-Movies are treated differently.-Sean and Griffin launch into a chat about the art of filmmaking, CGI, and wonder how bad films get made.Raised Questions:-Why don't Americans spell tyre properly?-Where were the body parts? -Is Rubber "unjustly denigrated"?-What did people expect from a movie about a psychopathic, telekinetic tyre?-Is Robert the Tyre just a homicidal version of the cooker from 'A Grand Day Out' (1989)?-Is Robert like Edward Scissorhands?-Were you disappointed that the audience were killed so quickly?-Why is Sean still disappointed with 'Snakes on a Plane' (2006)?Time Stamps:0:43 Welcome Back to Defend It Yourself2:07 Introducing Griffin from Reboot Deboot2:15 Defending the Film: Rubber4:07 A Love for B-Movies5:12 Is Rubber underrated?8:03 The Film's Unique Concept11:13 Comparing Rubber to Other B-Movies18:09 The Art of Filmmaking24:52 Rubber's Length and Timing29:42 Breaking the Fourth Wall32:02 Liam Neeson in the Naked Gun Reboot41:56 The Nature of Bad Movies47:52 The Subjectivity of Film53:08 The Uniqueness of Rubber1:01:20 The Ending of Rubber1:06:55 Final Thoughts on Rubber1:10:18 Where to Find Reboot Deboot1:14:40 Closing Thoughts and AcknowledgmentsThanks for Listening!Find us here: X: @YourselfReviewInstagram: reviewityourselfpodcast2021YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ReviewItYourself⁠ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Preview It Yourself 5: Final Destination Bloodlines (2025)

  Preview It Yourself returns!Sean and Sarah discuss the new trailer for the upcoming Final Destination Bloodlines.Is it worth your hard earned money? Listen in to find out.Time Stamps:0:11 Trailer Talk0:50 Trailer Reactions3:03 Franchise Expectations5:04 Spoilers and Surprises6:14 Modern Day Elements6:58 New Perspectives9:58 Anticipation Builds10:27 Plot Insights12:35 Cast and Crew13:37 Inheriting Death14:25 Final ThoughtsThanks for Listening!Find us here: X: @YourselfReviewInstagram: reviewityourselfpodcast2021YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ReviewItYourself⁠ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Prometheus (2012)

  Sarah is back! She and Sean finally discuss one of their oddly favourite films, Prometheus (2012).Discussion Points:-Sean likes this film, but can see it's faults.-Sarah really appreciates the story's set-up and the unusual landscape.-The film's aesthetics and themes versus the execution and uneven tone.-Sarah loves films where people grapple with their faith.-Sarah's recollections of watching the med-pod scene.-The incredibly awful line reads.-Sarah loved the well-rounded character of Doctor Elizabeth Shaw.-Sean and Sarah discuss Alien: Romulus (2024).Raised Questions:-Is this film trying to insult your intelligence?-Does every tie-in with the Alien franchise weaken the direction that Prometheus was trying to take?-Is the script "too hand-hold-y"?-Does the film feel over-edited to you?-Is the crew of 17 too big?-Why does humanity seek answers?-Is the script "too ham-hocked"?-Is David infatuated with Elizabeth Shaw?-Why doesn't Idris Elba's character do anything until the end?-What happens if Archaeologists find the Engineer's robe?Time Stamps:0:06 Welcome to Review It Yourself1:23 The Long-Awaited Prometheus Review7:21 The Film's Opening and Visuals12:38 Themes of Creation and Faith16:18 Exploring the Characters and Their Dynamics20:59 The Engineers and Their Significance25:59 The Unfolding of the Plot29:33 The Role of David and AI Commentary32:41 Critique of Character Development34:51 Action vs. Atmosphere in Storytelling35:50 The Philosophical Questions Raised37:03 The Flaws and Strengths of Prometheus44:43 Love, Relationships, and Their Portrayal49:01 Conclusion: A Mixed Bag of Ideas1:14:10 Character Introductions1:15:23 David's Understanding of Love1:20:58 Quarantine Procedures1:23:42 The Importance of Emotional Reactions1:29:30 The Horrors of Creation1:30:27 Themes of Control and Gender1:37:48 The Nature of Faith1:47:18 The Engineers' Intentions1:52:39 The Final Confrontation1:58:08 The Complexity of Faith2:09:14 A Mixed Bag of Themes2:18:17 The Implications of Scientific Discovery2:20:14 The Value of Long-Form DiscussionsThanks for Listening!Find us here: X: @YourselfReviewInstagram: reviewityourselfpodcast2021YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ReviewItYourself⁠ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Konvoi /The Arctic Convoy (2023) with Jamie from 'Old Shipping Lines'

  Sean is joined by Jamie from 'Old Shipping Lines' YouTube Channel to review the Norwegian film, Konvoi (2023), known internationally as The Arctic Convoy.The film appears to be based upon the true story of the 1942 PQ17 convoy, one of the first major Anglo-American convoys of the Second World War. Discussion Points:-Sean needs his nautical fix. -Why this film is one of Jamie's favourite films.-The poor promotional poster.-The fantastic script, sound design and special effects.-Sean was surprised to see RAF Coastal Command.-The importance of the Atlantic and the Artic (Russian) Convoys in the Second World War. -Jamie and Sean were impressed by the depth of characters.-The dynamic between the Captain and the First Mate.-The reasons why this film focuses upon the Norwegian Merchant Sailors, who lost 4,000 lives during the war.-Sean and Jamie empathise with different characters.Raised Questions:-Do you love film recommendations from friends?-Why is this film one of Jamie's favourite films?-Are Norwegian films the best out there right now?-Why do the British always get derided in modern war films?-Why don't you eat pickled herring at your desk?-What is the difference between the words 'disperse' and 'scatter'?-Is the Naval side of the Second World War difficult to translate films?The Norwegian War Sailor's Register (Krigsseilerregisteret):https://www.krigsseilerregisteret.no/enRecommendations:-PQ17: An Artic Convoy Disaster (2014), a BBC documentary, hosted by Jeremy Clarkson.Time Stamps:0:24 Welcome and Introductions2:04 Film Overview: The Arctic Convoy3:07 Personal Connection to Norwegian Cinema8:46 Historical Context of Convoys13:36 Character Dynamics and Interactions17:56 The Captain's Leadership Style21:40 Tension Between the First Mate and Captain25:02 The Battle Scenes and Tactics28:45 Thematic Exploration of Fear and Duty32:31 Emotional Moments and Character Development35:55 The Role of the Radio Operator38:19 Confrontations and Power Struggles46:52 The Plan to Escape49:03 The Icy Challenges Ahead55:31 Recommendations for Similar Films59:55 Closing Thoughts and Future PlansThanks for Listening!Find us here: X: @YourselfReviewInstagram: reviewityourselfpodcast2021YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ReviewItYourself⁠ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Modern Films: Flying or Dying? with Stew from 'Stew World Order'

  Stew from 'Stew World Order' joins Sean to try and answer the question:Modern Films, are they flying or dying?Stew believes we're in a golden age, Sean does not...Time Stamps:1:29 Film Debate: Flying or Dying?1:40 Generational Nostalgia6:02 Access to Diverse Films10:48 Voices in Cinema14:41 The Case Against Modern Films17:12 Poor Writing and World Building20:02 Death of Comedy22:38 The Decline of Movie Stars45:24 The Shift in Film Quality1:04:08 Conclusion: Quality vs. Quantity1:08:21 Podcast Wrap-UpThanks for Listening!Find us here: X: @YourselfReviewInstagram: reviewityourselfpodcast2021YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ReviewItYourself⁠ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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