We watched: Clown in a Cornfield, The Eternaut, Shifing Gears, and more
In this week's podcast, Simon reviews new horror film Clown in a Cornfield. But... is it as good as the clown-themed horror film Dan pitches him?Then Dan talks up the new Netflix drama The Eternaut.To wrap things up, there's chatter about the remake The Wedding Banquet, Riefenstahl, Shifting Gears (it's a Tim Allen comedy), and a flashback to The Taking of Pelham One Two Three.
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On our screens: Thunderbolts*, The Four Seasons, and more
Big week on the ol' Screen Watching podcast with Dan and Simon having both seen a Marvel film that was actually pretty good. That said... they have some issues with it...Also, there's the new Tina Fey show on Netflix - The Four Seasons. It's good. But...
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Etoile, Accountant 2, and Andor
A big TV week on the ol' Screen Watching pod as Dan and Simon have conflicting views on new ballet Prime Video show Etoile. Will it end in a dance battle? Probably. Also, Simon has questions about The Accountant 2. And then because they are both men of a certain age, they have an extended chat about Star Wars and new show Andor.
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Sinners is THE defining Easter film!
On this Easter long weekend as we consider death and resurrection, what better way to spend it than talking about new vampire film Sinners. It is from Black Panther director Ryan Coogler and it's really pretty terrific. How much should you believe the hype? Dan and Simon have a chat.Also on the podcast, we discuss new Netflix show Ranson Canyon. And some quick chats about new Prime Video show The Narrow Road to the Deep North and films Warfare, The Correspondent.
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Reviewing the dead unicorn film and the sneaky Jon Hamm show
Folks, it's a big week for the ol' Screen Watching podcast. First, there is industry chat:Why were people surprised A Minecraft Movie would be a hit?What was the deal with people not liking s3 of The White Lotus?Then there's the important matter of reviews:Death of a Unicorn (in cinemas)Your Friends and Neighbors (Apple TV+)The Amateur (in cinemas)Bad GeniusThe Last of Us (Max)Dying For Sex (Disney+/Hulu)Yeah - it's a lot of show. And if you want to know how it is possible, hit the play button and marvel.
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