53. Thunderball (1965): Sean Connery’s James Bond Movies - Part Four
"It's a product of its time, isn't it?"SummaryIn this episode of 'Trimming the Movie Fat', host Stephen and his guests, the 2 Pauls, discuss the 1965 James Bond adventure 'Thunderball', exploring its plot, characters, and cultural significance. They reflect on the film's humor, action scenes, and music, while also paying tribute to the late Gene Hackman. The conversation delves into the film's place within the Bond franchise, its reception during the Cold War era, and the portrayal of female characters. The hosts share their rankings and thoughts on potential changes for a modern remake, ultimately agreeing on the film's entertainment value and its importance in the Bond series."The underwater scenes slow the film down."Chapters00:32 Introduction to Thunderball and Bond's Legacy00:56 Thunderball Trailer04:38 Tale of the Tape: Thunderball06:54 Remembering Gene Hackman: A Tribute08:54 First Impressions of Thunderball12:50 Bond's Humor and Character Development14:14 The Film's Pacing and Underwater Scenes19:25 Ranking Thunderball Among Bond Films21:16 Plot Relevance and Continuity Errors23:41 Villains and Bond Girls: A Deeper Look28:33 Memorable Action Scenes32:55 The Power of Music in Bond Films37:44 Modernizing Thunderball39:16 Final Thoughts and RatingsVisit our webpage - Trimming The Movie Fat | Trimming The Musical Fat (trimmingthemusicalfat.com)Like what you heard? Why not buy us a coffee to show your appreciation - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/trimmingthhListen to our music podcast - https://anchor.fm/TTMFLetterboxd - https://boxd.it/aLddd
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52. Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (2016) - The Best Star Wars Movie Since Empire?
"Rogue One draws deep on Star Wars mythology."SummaryIn this episode of Trimming The Movie Fat, host Stephen and guest Paul Melon delve into 'Rogue One: A Star Wars Story,' exploring its narrative, character arcs, visual effects, and musical score. They discuss personal connections to the film, favorite scenes, and the emotional weight of the story, particularly its darker ending. The conversation also touches on how 'Rogue One' bridges the gap between the prequel and original trilogies, the portrayal of the Rebel Alliance, and the film's impact on the Star Wars franchise. The hosts conclude with their ratings and thoughts on future Star Wars projects.Chapters01:19 Introduction to Rogue One01:31 Trailer / Interview / Kermode Review 05:20 Tale of the Tape: Rogue One07:37 Personal Connections and Initial Reactions12:29 Character Arcs and Emotional Impact21:28 The Rebel Alliance: Morality and Complexity24:10 Visual Effects and CGI Innovations27:50 Musical Score and Emotional Tone30:40 Influence on the Star Wars Franchise35:02 Final Thoughts and RatingsVisit our webpage - Trimming The Movie Fat | Trimming The Musical Fat (trimmingthemusicalfat.com)Like what you heard? Why not buy us a coffee to show your appreciation - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/trimmingthhListen to our music podcast - https://anchor.fm/TTMFLetterboxd - https://boxd.it/aLddd
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51. The Dark Knight Rises (2012) - A Triumphant Conclusion?
"I loved the ending."SummaryIn this episode, host Stephen and his guest Paul Melon delve into Christopher Nolan's final instalment of The Dark Knight trilogy, The Dark Knight Rises (2012). They discuss the film's plot, character arcs, and the impact of Bane as a villain. The conversation explores Bruce Wayne's journey, Gotham's moral complexities, and the film's conclusion. They also touch on the score by Hans Zimmer and the role of Selina Kyle, ultimately rating the film and comparing it to its predecessors."I think it's far more realistic."Chapters00:00 Anne Hathaway Interview00:49 Introduction to The Dark Knight Rises01:19 The Dark Knight Rises Trailer (2012)03:27 Christopher Nolan Interview (2012)03:57 Mark Kermode Review The Dark Knight Rises (2012)04:31 Tale of the Tape: The Dark Knight Rises06:20 Initial Impressions and Expectations08:13 Memorable Scenes and Character Dynamics11:30 Bane as a Villain: Strengths and Weaknesses14:55 Bruce Wayne's Journey: A Human Perspective19:18 Gotham's Struggles: Moral Choices and Consequences22:26 Political Parallels and Social Commentary25:22 The Impact of Hans Zimmer's Score27:58 Selina Kyle's Role and Contribution31:32 Conclusion of the Trilogy: Fitting Endings34:34 Final Ratings and RankingsVisit our webpage - Trimming The Movie Fat | Trimming The Musical Fat (trimmingthemusicalfat.com)Like what you heard? Why not buy us a coffee to show your appreciation - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/trimmingthhListen to our music podcast - https://anchor.fm/TTMFLetterboxd - https://boxd.it/aLddd#TheDarkKnightRises #Batman #ChristopherNolan #Bane #BruceWayne #Gotham #moviereview #superherofilms #filmanalysis #HansZimmer
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50. Blade Runner 2049 (2017): Why I Think It’s Better Than The Original
"Is being human just having a physical body?"SummaryIn this episode of Trimming the Movie Fat, host Stephen and guest Davie Melon delve into the intricacies of Blade Runner 2049, exploring its themes, cinematography, and character arcs. They discuss their first impressions, the film's reception among fans of the original, and the philosophical questions it raises about humanity and existence. The conversation also touches on the film's visual and auditory elements, Denis Villeneuve's direction, and the potential future of the Blade Runner franchise."He encapsulates that lonely existence."Chapters01:18 Introduction to Blade Runner 204901:36 Trailer / Kermode Review / Harrison Ford Interview05:03 Tale of the Tape: Blade Runner 204907:11 First Impressions and Cinematic Experience11:06 Character Journeys: Kay vs. Deckard13:40 Themes of Humanity and Alienation14:47 Visuals and Cinematography15:57 The Impact of the Score17:56 Denis Villeneuve's Direction22:25 Fan Reception and Legacy23:08 Favourite Scenes and Moments26:12 Future of the Blade Runner Franchise29:21 Final Thoughts and RatingsVisit our webpage - Trimming The Movie Fat | Trimming The Musical Fat (trimmingthemusicalfat.com)Like what you heard? Why not buy us a coffee to show your appreciation - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/trimmingthhListen to our music podcast - https://anchor.fm/TTMFLetterboxd - https://boxd.it/aLddd#BladeRunner #RidleyScott #scifi #replicants #filmanalysis #characterstudy #technology #humanity #moviereview #denisvilleneuve #ryangosling
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49. Blade Runner (1982): A Cinematic Masterpiece?
"Deckard is a replicant?"
Summary
In this episode of 'Trimming the Movie Fat', host Stephen Nicholson and guest Davie Melon delve into the iconic 1982 sci-fi film 'Blade Runner', directed by Ridley Scott.
They explore the film's plot, characters, and its significant impact on the sci-fi genre. The conversation covers personal experiences with the film, character analyses, the influence of its visual style and Vangelis's score, and the philosophical questions it raises about technology and humanity. The hosts also reflect on memorable moments from the film and share their ratings, concluding with a discussion on the film's legacy and its place in the franchise.
"The rise of A.I. is becoming worrying."
Chapters
00:00 Ridley Scott & Christian Bale Interview
00:53 Introduction to Blade Runner
01:22 Blade Runner Trailer
03:27 Harrison Ford Interview
03:42 Siskel & Ebert Review Blade Runner
05:34 Tale of the Tape: Blade Runner
07:26 First Impressions and Personal Connections
15:10 Character Analysis and Themes
17:33 Iconic Moments and Monologues
19:50 Visual and Sound Design Influence
26:16 Technology, Humanity, and AI
29:01 Living in the Blade Runner Universe
30:40 Memorable Quotes and Lines
33:40 Final Thoughts and Ratings
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#BladeRunner #RidleyScott #scifi #replicants #filmanalysis #Vangelis #characterstudy #technology #humanity #moviereview
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