It's human nature to answer a ringing phone - but would you ever think you'd live to regret such a simple thing? Collin Farrell stars as the PR guy stuck front and centre in this thriller with Forest Whitaker there along with Katie Holmes and even Kiefer Sutherland A sniper, a phone booth and you'll be on the edge of your seat - Trev was as he watched for the first time under Stephen Fenech's guidance.
With as many Seinfeld-like references as one could want, Trevor and Stephen unpack a classic and very well known movie - When Harry Met Sally From where that famous cafe is, to who the whole thing is based on, Stephen brings Trev on a wild ride unpacking this classic A love story, a Comedy and so much more.
The German U Boat could hold the key to winning the war. Starring Matthew McConaughey along with Bill Paxton, Harvey Keitel and even people Trev doesn't recognise, this is the story of a US Sub heading to recover the Enigma Cipher Machine Watch it along with us for the first or repeat times, and enjoy unpacking it with Stephen and Trev
Is this a movie? Well, it's a Movie-length documentary and it's an absolute favourite of Stephen Fenech. The story of Muhammad Ali's epic battle with George Foreman which took place in Zaire. And it wasn't all smooth sailing. If it was a screenplay you wouldn't have changed a thing. Watch it with Trevor who doesn't even know who wins the fight.
Brad Pitt stars as the only really big name in a movie derived from a book, but adapted to suit the big screen. But what did the Author think of it? Stephen Fenech takes Trevor Long through the movie and the details of production. But will Trev like it? Zombies after all - aren't "real" - Fire up the Fetch on the big-screen Hisense and see for yourself.
Al Pacino plays a retired Army Lieutenant Colonel who needs a babysitter. Turns out, he has his own plans for Thanksgiving weekend and takes Chris O'Donnell on a wild ride while he has his own issues back at School A classic, iconic film, that Trev's never seen - so Stephen takes him on the ride.
Another Tom Cruise film this time directed by Steven Spielberg. A look into the future - well it was in 2002, today there's some interesting insights and comparison to the real world of 2024 envisaged for 2054. Cruise is part of a very different style police force, cracking down on crime in a big way. It's iconic, but Trev's never seen it - of course, so Stephen walks him through it, so you can enjoy it too!
One of Stephen's Hidden Gems, this fits the title of this podcast to perfection because Trev's never heard of it. Directed by Ridley Scott and Starring Michael Douglas and Andy Garcia there's also some absolute Japanese hot shot actors in this one. It's a Cop chasing thriller which shouldn't disappoint.
Al Pacino stars as the Cuban refugee who has eyes on much bigger things. His Mate Manny is Steven Bauer while Michelle Pfeiffer stars as the woman that catches his eye. It's a long movie with a story to tell, which Stephen remembers from the days of VHS - but Trev's never seen. So, enjoy it for the first time, or the 50th - doesn't matter, Scarface, on Fetch via your Hisense TV!
Chris Tucker and Jackie Chan are unlikely partners on American Soil in the case of a missing child. Chan brings his martial arts to Hollywood while buying into Chris Tucker's humour making for a movie which Stephen Fenech has an interesting category for. It's Trev's first time seeing it - so will he watch the sequels?
Released in 2013, this is a visually stunning movie that will make you question what's real and what's not in movie making forever. Stephen unpacks just how it's done and how much of it is real vision when he and Trevor watch Gravity and walk through the plot and scenes for this Academy Award winner. Sandra Bullock, George Clooney and not many more make this a reality worth exploring.
Bruce Willis, Damon Wayans and Halle Berry among other notable stars bring you a fast paced action movie - with a few laughs too. Stephen loves it, Trev didn't know if it was a movie about Boy Scouts or not. So unpack the drama on the set, and the possible questions about the plot after you watch it on Fetch on your Hisense TV!
Chris Pratt and Jennifer Lawrence are the passengers, and the situation created by some early dramas means some serious moral dilemmas on the cards. A recent movie by our standards, and worthy of conversation - would you wake her? Trevor and Stephen unpack it all and relive this one thanks to Fetch and Hisense
A hidden Gem according to Stephen Fenech, so has Trevor Long ever heard of Breakdown? This is a 1997 Thriller starring Kurt Russell and J T Walsh alongside Kathleen Quinlan. Is it one you've seen or are you, like Trev, watching it for the first time? Search it up on Fetch on that Big-Screen Hisense TV and enjoy.
Yet another High-School Football movie? Or something more? Dawson's Creek Star James Van Der Beek plays a starring role as a second string quarterback called on in a time of need It's a coming of age film, and not based on a true story. Thanks to Fetch and Hisense we unpack it and analyse it - Trevor for the First time, Stephen on a long count.
This 1946 classic is set around Christmas and follows the life and story of George Bailey, played by James Stewart. He's a good kid, who grows up and seems to put everything and everyone before himself, until it reaches breaking point. A guardian angel appears to show him things from another perspective. Black and White - so will Trevor like it on his first watch? Stephen takes us through it thanks to Fetch and Hisense
From the mid 1980's, Paul Hogan stars as Crocodile Dundee - an outback legend who survived a croc attack. Linda Kozlowski makes her debut as Sue, the New York reporter chasing Mick Dundee's story. This was a mega hit, which Stephen will explain while Trev catches up on an absolute Aussie classic.
A murder mystery for adults only. Basic Instinct is a movie Stephen has seen many times, but Trev may have heard of it, but he's never seen it. So search Basic Instinct on Fetch and fire up that Hisense TV and unpack the story of a writer, a murder, a detective, and what really happened. Was it all scripted? Was there agreement on how it would be edited? And just how long did those bedroom scenes take to film - find out, on the Best Movies You've Never Seen
Jim Carrey at his comedic best as a Lawyer stuck in some Moral dilemmas. He's a fun dad, but is he a good dad? His son makes a wish that will change him forever, but will wreak havoc for a day. He's at the peak of his powers and brings his full expression to this role - but will Trev like it? Stephen walks us through Liar Liar so get the Fetch fired up on the Hisense TV and enjoy.
When you put this cast in one movie, it's bound to be good right? Brad Pitt, George Clooney, Matt Damon, Andy García, Julia Roberts,Elliott Gould, Bernie Mac, Carl Reiner - I mean come on. So what does Trev think? Stephen loves it, so how does it all come together and just how well do you know the movie? Did you know about the last-minute edit? Tune in, thanks to Fetch and Hisense and enjoy Oceans Eleven!
It's not red, it's Crimson, the Crimson Tide tells the story of rules, regulations, commands, concerns, questions and morals in the world of Nuclear War. A modern world far from the battle fields of yesteryear, you are challenges to follow the story, form your own opinions and them challenge even those opinions. Stephen Loves it - but will Trev? Fire up the Fetch and watch on your Hisense
From 2004 this one has a big cast, I mean - Tom Cruise - Jamie Foxx, Jada Pinkett Smith, Mark Ruffalo. Cruise gets in a cab, and the night of the cab driver chances as does his life forever. Enjoy it for the first time or fiftieth time on Fetch up on your Hisense TV with Trevor Long and Stephen Fenech.
Outbreak is a 1995 American movie with a stunningly strong cast. None less than Dustin Hoffman, Rene Russo, Morgan Freeman and Donald Sutherland, along with Cuba Gooding Jr., Kevin Spacey and Patrick Dempsey. Seen through fresh post-pandemic eyes this is an interesting one for Trev to see for the first time, while Stephen saw this well before any sense of reality. A virus from Africa makes its way to the USA and the story is how to stop it. Find it on Fetch up on your Hisense TV
He knew what he wanted to be, and he was on track to achieve it, but Ritchie Valens life was cut short tragically in a plane crash. This is a life story told with all the ups and downs of life, family, school and work. Stephen Fenech unpacks the story behind the story while Trevor Long takes a fresh set of eyes to it. Turn on your Hisense TV and find La Bamba on Fetch
The start of the MARVEL Movie Universe, but of course, Trevor Long has never seen it. So, Stephen Fenech walks us through what kicked of an epic movie franchise. Interesting facts, stats and information along the way, plus a fresh set of eyes on the whole darn thing. So - are you a MARVEL fan? Or are you also new to it all! Fire up the Hisense TV and find it on Fetch
What if someone raised Catholic watched a movie that told stories of the church, faith, and the Holy Grail, while someone with no real religious upbringing did the same? How would they view that film? That's what you get with the Da Vinci Code, Trev's never seen it, and has no real knowledge of all the Church related story lines, while Stephen went to Catholic School all his school life. It's a Tom Hanks masterpiece, based on the Dan Brown novel and Directed by Ron Howard. Fire up the Fetch, sit...
How's this for a lineup - Keanu Reeves, Dennis Hopper, Sandra Bullock, Jeff Daniels - cracking cast and where they were in their careers at the time of this movie is staggering. That's what we'll learn from Stephen Fenech who's running through it for Trevor Long who's watching for the first time. Keep it under 50 and get it going on your Fetch on the Hisense TV.
Lian Neeson's role in Taken is iconic, as are some of the lines he delivers. Trev's never seen it, so walk through Taken with Stephen Fenech as we learn about the movie's origins, what Liam thought would come of it and unpack its plot. And - there's an Aussie star in it too. Fire up the Fetch and get it on the Hisense TV.
When Arnold Schwarzenegger is the headline you know you're in for something great. In this 1990 Science Fiction film we take a peak into the future where space travel is the norm. Directed by Paul Verhoeven the story of how this movie came about is worth listening to Stephen Fenech for. He introduces Trevor Long to yet another movie he's never seen. Watch it now, or watch it again, and ask yourself this - what is real?
A young Miles Teller well before Top Gun Maverick fame plays the role of an aspiring drummer. His Father is Paul Reiser and the legendary Jazz band leader is J K Simmons. But what's it like to be at the very top of the game, what's it like to try and break into that level. A first year College student gets a look and it shapes his life and thinking. Stephen loves it, and hopes Trev will too - what do you think?
