Each week, Danielle and Brenton discuss a movie from the Internet Movie Database list of best films, as rated by IMDb account holders.
Starting with #1, they are counting up the best movies of all time and looking into some of the greatest films you mightn't ever have seen.
An 'Honorable Mention' episode is released once a month, discussing a great film that didn't quite make the Top 250 list.
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The Pianist - The #39 movie on the IMDb as of January 2020, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes how the war and Holocaust has been represented in cinema, and that this film focuses on a more personal civilian story than most other films. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Terminator 2: Judgment Day - The #38 movie on the IMDb as of December 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion breaks-down why this sequel is better than the first, and a quick look into the paradoxes proposed in the movie. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Titanic - Rated at 7.8 / 10 on the IMDb as of January 2020, discussed by Danielle and Brenton, with special guest Dan LeFebvre of the 'Based on a True Story' podcast. The discussion includes the accuracy of the events seen in the movie, and the sheer scale of the production and its wake. Be sure to check out 'Based on a True Story' podcast for a detailed comparison of reality and film events, for over 150 titles! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Back to the Future - The #37 movie on the IMDb as of December 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes some of the Easter eggs and goofy 80s-comedy flaws, but how it still manages to be a fun, timeless classic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
American History X - The #36 movie on the IMDb as of December 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes thoughtfully exploring the etymology of the N-word, and looking into the interesting arc of Norton's character. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This uncut bonus episode lists off up to 50 movies that are great but just missed out on the IMDb's Top 250 List. Danielle and Brenton talk about some reasons why certain titles deserve the discussion and ultimately decide upon the 'Honorable Mention' movie titles for the coming future. Be sure to reach out to us and comment via social media or email if you would like us to answer or discuss anything, either about ourselves, movies, or whatever! This episode was originally published via Patreon ...
The Lion King - The #34 movie on the IMDb as of December 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton, with guest Jessica. The discussion includes a comparison to the new 2019 version, and talk about what is the greatest animated movie of all time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Parasite - The #33 movie on the IMDb as of December 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes the motivations of all characters, and the single moments that changed this movie completely. The conversation on Parasite itself starts at 13.30. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Apocalypto - Rated at 7.8 / 10 on the IMDb as of September 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes the accurate depiction of the Mayan culture, and the bad-ass moves seen in the third act! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Usual Suspects - The #31 movie on the IMDb as of December 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes a comparison with Se7en from the same year, and what makes a good movie twist ending. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Harakiri - The #32 movie on the IMDb as of December 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes a quick comparison between this film and Seven Samurai, and talks about the artistic quality of Japanese cinema. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This uncut bonus episode answers 10 questions from the 30-day film challenge. Danielle and Brenton talk about some of the most surprising movies, good and bad, and discuss which movies have impacted their lives the most. Be sure to reach out to us and comment via social media or email if you would like us to answer or discuss anything, either about ourselves, movies, or whatever! Part 3 of 3. This episode was originally published via Patreon on November 29, 2019. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...
Interstellar - The #30 movie on the IMDb as of September 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes the impressive and accurate scientific theories portrayed, and why the fate of the Earth is coming to an end. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Léon: The Professional - The #29 movie on the IMDb as of September 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes the differences between French and American Indie films, and whether the character of Matilda is likeable and what are her motivations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Monster - Rated at 7.3 / 10 on the IMDb as of October 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton, with special guests Dasha German and Gabriela Kostadinova. The discussion includes the current representation of women in the film industry, and the journey and experiences of making their new project 'Bad Trip'. (The conversation regarding Monster doesn't actually start until 43.35) Be sure to check out Feelreal Films for more on 'Bad Trip', or follow the ladies on Instagram for more! Hosted on Acast....
The Green Mile - The #28 movie on the IMDb as of September 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes a comparison to the Shawshank Redemption, and the reasons why we think the film isn't regarded higher on the list. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Spirited Away - The #27 movie on the IMDb as of September 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton, with special guest Miranda Sanchez from IGN. The discussion includes the hidden symbolism detail throughout, and some of the differences between American and Japanese animation films. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This uncut bonus episode answers 10 questions from the 30-day film challenge. Danielle and Brenton talk about some of the most disappointing or depressing movies, and discuss some of their favourite animated movies of all time. Be sure to reach out to us and comment via social media or email if you would like us to answer or discuss anything, either about ourselves, movies, or whatever! Part 2 of 3. This episode was originally published via Patreon on September 13, 2019. Hosted on Acast. See aca...
Saving Private Ryan - The #26 movie on the IMDb as of August 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes a deep breakdown of war and war films, and the amazing little elements, symbolism and character developments by Spielberg throughout the film. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Life is Beautiful - The #25 movie on the IMDb as of July 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes the incredible mixture of comedy and drama, and the clever foregrounding and story-telling techniques used by Benigni. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Planet of the Apes - Rated at 8.0 / 10 on the IMDb as of August 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes a brief break-down of the entire franchise, and their representation on the science, religion and culture of humanity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It's a Wonderful Life - The #24 movie on the IMDb as of August 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes the influences of finances on mental depression, and the clever set-up / high-concept of the film. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Silence of the Lambs - The #24 movie on the IMDb as of July 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton, with guest Jessica. The discussion includes the fascinating approach to criminal psychology, and the subtle motifs used to provoke a feeling from the audience. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This uncut bonus episode answers 10 questions from the 30-day film challenge. Danielle and Brenton talk about some of the best (and worst) Oscars winners from the last few years, and discuss some of their favourite movies of all time. Be sure to reach out to us and comment via social media or email if you would like us to answer or discuss anything, either about ourselves, movies, or whatever! Part 1 of 3. This episode was originally published via Patreon on August 2, 2019. Hosted on Acast. See ...
Star Wars, Episode IV: A New Hope - The #23 movie on the IMDb as of July 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes the ambitious Sci-Fi concept for audiences upon initial release, and how the special effects stand up pretty well, over 40 years later. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
City of God - The #22 movie on the IMDb as of July 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes a comparison to traditional crime-drama films, and the multicultural and architecturally diverse setting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Brokeback Mountain - Rated at 7.7 / 10 on the IMDb as of July 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes the outstanding acting from Ledger and Gyllenhaal, and the tragic reality of homosexuality through the 60s and 70s. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Seven - The #20 movie on the IMDb as of July 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton, with special guest Mike Pecci of the 'In Love with the Process' podcast. The discussion includes Fincher's amazing direction, and where film really stands up in today's cinematic climate. Be sure to check out 'In Love With the Process' podcast if you love filmmaking and getting behind the art! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Seven Samurai - The #19 movie on the IMDb as of July 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes the huge influence of this film and Kurosawa's work, and how a foreign-language, black-and-white film from the 1950s, set in 1586, can still hold up so well today! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This uncut bonus episode is a continuation of last month's episode, that saw Danielle and Brenton talking about which films aren't on the list but still deserve a discussion, and trying to decide on upcoming Honorable Mention episodes. For our first 2 bonus episodes, we just turned on the microphone while we were having a discussion on what should be ranked higher on the IMDb, and this is not our usually recording setup and we apologise if it may sound a little different. Be sure to reach out to...
