Review It Yourself

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The Podcast with the sigh. Film Reviews (mostly) without the faff, with Sean from the North-East and Sarah from the South-West. New episodes every Sunday! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

E.T. (1982) Part Two with Carla and James from 'The Traumarific Podcast'
Yesterday at 11:02 PM

Sean is joined by Carla and James from 'The Traumarific Podcast'. In this second part of their E.T. review, they get bored of talking about E.T. (who could blame them?) and decide to discuss films in general. They discuss a shared love of Tropic Thunder (2008), the Terrifier films, and the Halloween series.


Chapters:


0:16 E.T. Disappointment

0:23 Nostalgia vs. Reality

2:50 Watching E.T. as a Child vs. as an Adult

4:24 Themes in Kids' Films

8:06 The Poseidon Adventure (1972)

9:16 Comedic Horror

12:30 The Terrifi...


E.T. (1982) Part One with Carla and James from 'The Traumarific Podcast'
Yesterday at 11:00 PM

Sean is joined by Carla and James from 'The Traumarific Podcast'. Although newcomers to Review It Yourself, Sean, Carla and James bond over a shared bewilderment over how E.T. is considered a classic.


Chapters:

0:08 Welcome Everyone

0:58 The Trauma of E.T.

2:28 An Unbearably Long Slog of a film?

8:00 Modern Film Frustrations

9:32 The Art of Storytelling

11:28 Nostalgia and Influence

19:31 E.T. and Star Wars Connections

25:51 The 2002 Remastered Version of E.T.

31:30 The Value of a simple premise

37:07 C...


'Wolfpack: Inside Hitler's U-Boat War' (2025 Book) with Author & Historian Roger Moorhouse
10/11/2025

Sean is joined by Author and Historian Roger Moorhouse to discuss his new book 'Wolfpack: Hitler's U-Boat War'.


Sniff up that fabled 'U-Boat Stink' and keep your hands off anyone else’s Tauchretter, and immerse yourself in the U-Boat War of 1939-1945, from the optimistic beginnings and the happy years, until the turkey shoot of the final years as Nazi Germany is beaten back on all fronts.


The book is out in the UK Now!


Our Guest:

Roger's Website: https://www.rogermoorhouse.com/

Roger Moorhouse on X...


'The Frighteners: Why We Love Monsters, Ghosts, Death and Gore' (2025 Book) with Author Peter Laws and co-host Sarah
10/04/2025

Sean and Sarah welcome Author, YouTuber, Journalist, Speaker, Podcaster, Film Critic and Baptist Minister, Peter Laws to discuss his upcoming book 'The Frighteners: Why We Love Monsters, Ghosts, Death and Gore'. The book will be published on 9th October 2025.


'The Frighteners' finds Peter on a paranormal pilgrimage to seek out what is it that draws people to both the dark and macabre, but also to the light and faith.


With a healthy dose of dark-humour including threatening a zombie in a wheelchair with a shotgun, enticing a werewolf with peppered steaks from a S...


Total Recall (1990) with Ryan Walker from 'The Walk The Line Podcast'
09/27/2025

Ryan Walker is back! He joins Sean to discuss the iconic film Total Recall (1990). They also swear-ily discuss 1980's/90's action films, dating fails and Jean-Claude Van Damme.


0:05 Welcome to Review It Yourself

0:44 Manifesting Nicknames

2:07 Worst Dating Stories

3:39 Total Recall Discussion

8:12 Classic Action Films

16:43 Violence and Nostalgia

17:58 Practical Effects vs. CGI

21:44 The Memorable Characters

28:48 Theories and Interpretations

37:23 The Film's Legacy

45:11 Film Recommendations

50:42 The End of an Era

1:05:39 Closing Thoughts

1:12:08 Where to Find Us

...


I Know What You Did Last Summer (2025) with Clayton from 'Men Who Like Men Who Like Movies'
09/20/2025

Sean has just got home from seeing the legacy-sequel 'I Know What You Did Last Summer' (2025) in cinemas. Clayton can't wait to see what Sean thinks of the film.


Chapters:

0:05 Welcome to Review It Yourself

1:15 Free Popcorn and Awkward Dates

3:19 Nostalgia and Killer Reveals

8:46 Cinema Renaissance and Legacy Sequels

11:49 A Dive into the Conjuring Universe

15:40 Merch and Film Memories

20:02 Throwbacks and True Crime

23:47 Flaws and Fun in Horror

26:36 Tales of Past and Present

28:50 Town Hall Meetings and Tensio...


Aliens (1986) Part Two with co-host Sarah and Paul from 'History Rage'
09/13/2025

Paul from 'History Rage' continues to argue that his favourite film in the Alien series is Alien (1986). One snag: Sean and Sarah prefer Alien.


This conclusion to the Aliens (1986) review is chockful of laughs, disagreements, tangents and nit-picking.


Chapters

0:01-Sting from 'Pods Like Us'

0:15 James Cameron's Deleted Scenes

1:21 Practical Effects vs. CGI

3:43 Thematic Elements of Alien

6:06 The Complexity of Ripley's Character

10:34 The Role of Supporting Characters

13:42 Corporate Villains in Alien

17:58 Sequels: A Comparative Analysis

21:38 Robot Sentry G...


Aliens (1986) Part One with co-host Sarah and Paul from 'History Rage'
09/13/2025

Paul returns to discuss his favourite film in the Alien series: Aliens (1986). One snag: Sean and Sarah prefer Alien (1979).


Sean tries to derail the review by discussing his frustration with James Cameron's latest films. Paul thinks Terminator 2 "broke James Cameron".


Did Paul really prefer Barbie over Oppenheimer?


With a sting from the fantastic Marv at 'Pods Like Us'.


Chapters

1:21 Aliens vs. Alien: A Controversial Debate

2:07 James Cameron's Unique Filmmaking Style

5:50 The Last Train from Hiroshima

9:31 Directors and Thei...


Alien (1979) with co-host Sarah and Paul from 'History Rage'
09/06/2025

In Space No-One Can Hear You Rage! Sean and Sarah are joined by Paul from 'History Rage', to begin yet another franchise: The Alien Franchise. Beginning with arguably the best (at least according to Sean and Sarah), Ridley Scott's Alien (1979).


Chapters:

0:07 Welcome to Review It Yourself

0:24 Terminator Talk

1:19 The Alien: The One That Began It All

1:49 Cramming Alien

3:15 Ground-breaking Science Fiction

4:38 The Template for Horror Survival Films

5:10 The Gritty World of Alien

5:27 Comparing Worlds

7:38 Character Depth and World-Building

10:5...


I Still Know What You Did Last Summer (1998) with Clayton and Shawn from 'Men Who Like Men Who Like Movies'
08/30/2025

Clayton and Shawn from 'Men Who Like Men Who Like Movies' return to hear what Sean thought of his first-time watching I Still Know What You Did Last Summer (1998).


Chapters:

1:28 Welcome Back, Clayton and Shawn

1:31 Thoughts on the Sequel

3:28 Voodoo and Quirky Characters

4:56 Obvious Plot Points

6:51 Recognizing Actors

7:40 The "Nice Guy" Trope

9:59 Julie's Character Shift

11:36 Jennifer Love Hewitt's Musical Career

12:56 Concealed Weapons and Survival

13:37 Carla's Love Interests

14:39 Julie's Trauma

15:16 The Importance of Character De...


Saving The Titanic (2012) Part Two with Clifford Ismay
08/23/2025

Sean and Cliff continue their in-depth review of the 2012 TV Film 'Saving The Titanic'. The film focused upon the Engineers and Firemen, who fought to save the ship.


With a podcast sting from the fantastic Marv at 'Pods Like Us'.


Chapters:

1:48 Titanic's Youngest Crew Members

4:59 The Engineers Behind the Ship

8:35 Cliff's future writing projects

11:54 The Role of Music on Titanic

20:21 The Dilemma of Survival

30:18 Cliff's Book on Bruce Ismay

40:42 Upcoming Spooky Projects


Thanks for Listeni...


Saving The Titanic (2012) Part One with Clifford Ismay
08/23/2025

Sean is once again joined by author of 'Understanding J. Bruce Ismay: The True Story of the Man They Called The Coward of Titanic', Clifford Ismay.


Cliff brings his life experience as an electrician to bear during this in-depth review of the 2012 TV Film 'Saving The Titanic'. The film focused upon the Engineers and Firemen, who fought to save the ship.


-The book which Sean references is 'Titanic: The Unfolding Story', by Carol King and Richard Havers, published by Haynes Publishing in 2011.


-The ship which Sean was trying to think...


The Stars Are Going Out! The Best of Doctor Who Series 4 Livestream (2008) with 'Cinnamon Toast Crunch'
08/16/2025

@CinnamonToastCrunch3842 joins Sean to discuss his favourite moments of Doctor Who Series Four (2008). Originally live-streamed on YouTube in February 2024.


Chapters

0:51 Introduction to Doctor Who Series Four

2:46 Childhood Memories of Doctor Who

3:30 Favourite Episodes and Themes

3:48 The Evolution of Doctor Who's Tone

5:18 Darker Elements in Series Four

6:55 Viewer Questions: Ideal Casting

7:33 Discussing Potential Doctors

9:33 Donna Noble's Introduction

14:49 Partners in Crime Analysis

15:18 Character Development in Series Four

20:37 Donna's Unique Dynamic with the Doctor

21:52 The Impact of Do...


Preview It Yourself 9: Every Jurassic Park & Jurassic World Trailer (1993-2025) with co-host Sarah
08/09/2025

Sean and Sarah discuss the trailers for the entire Jurassic Park and Jurassic World film series, from Jurassic Park (1993) to Jurassic World Rebirth (2025).


Would the trailers alone convince you to part with your hard-earned cash and go to the cinema to see it?


Chapters

0:06 Welcome to Review It Yourself

1:38 Previewing the Jurassic Park & World Film Series

5:08 Jurassic Park (1993)

11:36 The Lost World (1997)

16:16 Jurassic Park III (2001)

18:51 Jurassic World (2015)

25:00 Fallen Kingdom (2018)

27:46 Dominion (2022) & Battle at Big Rock (2019)

32:07 Jurassic Park Rebirth...


I Know What You Did Last Summer (1997) with Clayton and Shawn from 'Men Who Like Men Who Like Movies'
08/02/2025

Sean is joined by Clayton and Shawn from 'Men Who Like Men Who Likes Movies' to discuss the ultimate guilty pleasure film: I Know What You Did Last Summer (1997).


Has Sean ever been this positive?


Chapters:

0:04 Welcome to Review It Yourself-The Beauty Pageant Edition

3:49 The Heat is On

5:09 Catching Up with Clayton and Shawn

6:33 'I Know What You Did Last Summer' Expectations

9:21 Recollections of a Classic

12:41 The Impact of Horror

15:53 The Legacy of Characters

18:19 The Chase Scene

22...


Blade (1998) Part Two with co-host Sarah
07/26/2025

Sarah and Sean continue their epic review of the cult film, Blade (1998).


Chapters:

0:01: 'Pods like Us' sting

0:10 Introduction to Blade

3:08 Action and Character Dynamics

4:35 Practical Effects and Nostalgia

7:43 The Vampire Universe Explored

9:27 Unpacking the Plot Twists

11:17 The Complexity of Relationships

14:16 Themes of Power and Control

19:04 The Villain's Charisma

25:54 Character Depth in Dialogue

32:11 The Blood and Gore Factor

34:28 Humour Amidst the Chaos

36:14 The 'Blood God' Revelation

38:28 The Final Confrontation

43:13 Th...


Blade (1998) Part One with co-host Sarah
07/26/2025

Sarah finally watches Blade! She and Sean embark on an epic review of the cult film.


Chapters:

0:14 Welcome to Review It Yourself

0:25 Catching Up on Film Plans

2:12 Introducing Blade

6:01 Rave Scene Analysis

8:48 Sensuality in Vampires

10:53 Deacon and Gitano's Tension

16:39 Vampire Hierarchies Explored

23:23 Blade's Character Development

29:39 Karen's Introduction

31:33 Fallout of Violence

36:28 UV Light and Sunblock

42:29 Power Struggles Among Vampires

47:43 The Prophecy Plot

51:07 Keeping Plates in the Air

58:21 Dynamic Between...


Eight Legged Freaks (2002) Part Two with Luke from 'The Howdy Beans Podcast' and co-host Sarah
07/19/2025

Sean and Sarah are joined by Luke from 'The Howdy Beans Podcast' for Part Two of their Eight Legged Freaks (2002) review. With show-tunes, animal impressions and "festive foolery", this isn't an episode to miss!


Chapters:

1:34 Creepy Movie Moments

4:46 The Power of Quotes

7:13 Animal Attack Films

9:23 The Genius of Creature Features

11:26 Characters in Small Towns

14:01 Humour in Horror

17:52 Critics Reviews and Expectations

22:40 Understanding the Film's Intent

29:14 The Challenge of Modern Cinema

37:17 Nostalgia for Classic Films

44:48 Future of C...


Eight Legged Freaks (2002) Part One with Luke from 'The Howdy Beans Podcast' and co-host Sarah
07/19/2025

Sean and Sarah are joined by Luke from 'The Howdy Beans Podcast' to discuss chocolate-covered malted milk biscuits, and Eight Legged Freaks (2002).


Chapters:

0:05 Biscuit Banter

11:03 Eight-Legged Freaks Review

39:54 Celebrating Silly B-Movies


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Final Destination Bloodlines (2025) Part Two with co-host Sarah
07/12/2025

Sean and Sarah continue reviewing Final Destination Bloodlines (2025). A film that Sean describes as "Less Max Factor, More Slash factor".


Chapters:

0:01 'Pods Like Us' sting

1:40 Family Dynamics in Film

4:38 Pacing and Structure Concerns

6:31 Humour in Horror Movies

9:41 Franchise Longevity and Expectations

10:40 Emotional Impact of Death

14:12 Celebrating Classic Horror Elements

18:01 Practical Effects vs. CGI

24:04 Critics' Mixed Reactions

29:17 Audience Reception of Humour

29:55 Consistency in Franchise Identity

31:39 Balancing Nostalgia and Modernity

34:16 Final Thoughts on the Film<...


Final Destination Bloodlines (2025) Part One with co-host Sarah
07/12/2025

Sean and Sarah discuss the sixth Final Destination film 'Bloodlines' (2025), and Sean regales Sarah with his story of seeing the original film Final Destination (2000) in cinemas for the first time.


Sarah finally gets fed up with Sean interrupting her.


Chapters:

0:08 Introduction to Final Destination Bloodlines

1:29 Cinema Experience and Audience Reactions

4:37 Generational Perspectives on Horror Films

6:17 The Importance of Watching in Sequence

11:46 Anticipation and Scepticism for Bloodlines

12:00 Humour and Tone in the Franchise

14:47 Opening Disaster and Character Dynamics

18:36 Themes o...


Garth Marenghi's Darkplace (2004) Part Two with Luke from 'The Howdy Beans Podcast' and co-host Sarah
07/05/2025

Luke, Sarah and Sean discuss Garth Marenghi's real horror novels and deep dive into pulp romance novels, in this hilarious conclusion to their review of Garth Marenghi's Darkplace (2004). Sean discusses playing Scrabble with his Auntie and what Monty Don means to her. Thanks for listening Auntie.


This podcast contains strong language.


Chapters:

0:01: Marv from 'Pods Like Us'

1:21 The Joy of Discussing A Series Together

2:39 Word of Mouth Recommendations

5:02 The Humour of Absurdity

11:48 Literary References and Garth's Character

22:25 Garth Marenghi's Unique Influence

...


Garth Marenghi's Darkplace (2004) Part One with Luke from 'The Howdy Beans Podcast' and co-host Sarah
07/05/2025

Sean and Sarah welcome back Luke from 'The Howdy Beans Podcast', well, Sarah does. Sean feels like they can't get rid of Luke at the minute.


Welcome to our Darkplace. Sarah, Sean and Luke explore the cult TV series 'Garth Marenghi's Darkplace (2004) in this in-depth two-part review full of quotes and nostalgia.


Chapters

0:04 Welcome to Review It Yourself

1:13 Entering Garth's Darkplace

4:20 The Unique Experience of Darkplace

10:44 The Show's Celebrity Cast

15:25 The Bizarre Character Dynamics

24:11 The Genius of Matt Berry

30:56 The Abs...


28 Years Later (2025) Part Two with co-host Sarah
06/28/2025

Sean and Sarah continue to be unimpressed by 28 Years Later (2025) in this concluding part of their review. They also try to answer where it all went wrong for modern films.


Chapters

0:11 The characters in 28 Days Later (2002)

0:41 Critics' Opinions on the Film

4:55 Review Highlights and Critique

9:16 Analysing Positive Reviews

12:07 Viewer Expectations vs. Reality

12:23 Critique of Film's Tone and Direction

19:04 Comparisons to Other Films

23:57 Disappointment with the Film's Execution

31:53 Reflections on Film Quality Today

41:36 The State of Modern Cinema

...


28 Years Later (2025) Part One with co-host Sarah
06/28/2025

Sean and Sarah dive expletives-first into this review of 28 Years Later (2025). As massive fans of 28 Days Later (2002) and 28 Weeks Later (2007), what will they make of this film?


Spoilers: Not a lot.


Chapters:

0:07 This film makes me sick.

1:26 Sean's Auntie's Verdict

4:05 Conflicting Opinions

4:44 Exploring Themes

7:31 Setting and Premise

11:10 The Quarantine Society

16:50 The Nature of Infection

21:24 The Dangers of the Mainland

24:01 The Evolution of the Infected

27:13 Death and Acceptance

34:16 Community and Isolation

36:34 The...


Battle: Los Angeles (2011) Part Two with Luke from 'The Howdy Beans Podcast!'
06/21/2025

The concluding part of Luke from 'The Howdy Beans Podcast!' and Sean's discussion of the underrated film, Battle: Los Angeles (2011).


Chapters:

0:00 'Pods Like Us' sting

0:17 Open-Ended Endings

1:18 Experimental Films and Their Decline

1:46 Audience Expectations and Financial Risks

5:02 The Evolution of Film Marketing

13:28 The state of Current Cinema

15:31 Critics vs. Audience Perception

30:18 Reviewing the Reviews

40:26 The Future of Action Films

51:28 The Howdy Beans Podcast

55:18 Upcoming Series and Collaborations


Thanks for Listening!


F...


Battle: Los Angeles (2011) Part One with Luke from 'The Howdy Beans Podcast!'
06/21/2025

Luke from 'The Howdy Beans Podcast!' joins a "sexy phlegm"-ridden Sean to discuss the underrated film Battle: Los Angeles (2011). Stick around for Part Two and the examination of what the critics said about the film, in our "Did You Even F**king Watch This Film?" section.


Chapters:

0:08 Welcome to Review It Yourself

2:34 Podcast Listening Habits

8:14 Introducing Battle Los Angeles

10:55 Aaron Eckhart's Acting Prowess

11:43 Realism in Alien Invasions

16:34 CGI and Visual Effects

18:08 Character-Driven Narratives

22:59 The Scale of the Invasion

25...


Titan: The Oceangate Submersible Disaster (2025) Part Two with Jamie from 'Old Shipping Lines'
06/14/2025

The concluding part of Sean and Jamie's review of the new Netflix Documentary 'Titan: The OceanGate Submersible Disaster'.


Thanks for Listening!


This episode is dedicated to those who lost their lives on the Titanic, the Titan and their families and loved ones. Rest In Peace.


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Titan: The Oceangate Submersible Disaster (2025) Part One with Jamie from 'Old Shipping Lines'
06/14/2025

Sean and Jamie from 'Old Shipping Lines' explore Netflix's new documentary, which chronicles the story of the OceanGate submersible Titan. They discuss the Titan from design to the tragic end.


Chapters:

0:08 Welcome to Review It Yourself

0:55 Diving into the Documentary

2:35 Trailer Thoughts and First Impressions

5:12 Documentary Structure and Content

6:46 The Submersible and Its Crew

11:14 Investigative Perspectives

14:23 The Design Controversy

17:06 The Search and Rescue

19:20 Family Perspectives and Emotional Impact

21:27 Investigative Hearings

22:57 The Role of Experts

24:46 ...


Preview It Yourself 8: Garth Marenghi's Darkplace (2004) Trailer, with Luke from 'The Howdy Beans Podcast' and co-host Sarah
06/07/2025

Preview It Yourself continues! Ahead of their upcoming review episode of the full series, Sean and Sarah introduce Luke from 'The Howdy Beans Podcast' to the trailer and show intro for Garth Marenghi's Darkplace (2004).


The Preview It Yourself side series is here to help you decide whether a film or TV series is worth watching, from the quality of the trailer alone.


Chapters:

0:56 Introduction to Garth Marenghi's Darkplace

3:00 The Appeal of Dark Place

5:09 Exploring Matt Berry's Work

6:25 Graham Duff trivia

6:39 Closing Thoughts and Recom...


Commando (1985) with Ryan Walker from 'The Walk The Line Podcast' and co-host Sarah
06/02/2025

Sean and Sarah throw caution to the wind and flirt with controversy by inviting Ryan Walker, from The Walk The Line Podcast, back onto the podcast.


Ryan brings the best film ever: Commando (1985).


Warning: Get ready for some one liners, mesh vests and filth! Stick around for the Milky Buttons anecdote.


Discussion Points:

-Ryan brings Bryan Adams trivia.

-Sean and Ryan have a spat.

-The three-minutes of world-building.

-That suspiciously white dressing gown.

-The Did You Even F**king Watch...


Preview It Yourself 7: 'Titan-The OceanGate Disaster' with Jamie from 'Old Shipping Lines'
05/31/2025

The Preview It Yourself side-series takes a historical turn, as Sean from 'Review It Yourself' and Jamie from 'Old Shipping Lines' discuss the trailer for Netflix's upcoming documentary 'Titan: The OceanGate Disaster' (2025). The documentary will be released only on Netflix on 11th June 2025.*


Discussion Points:

-The direction of the documentary.

-Whether the trailer feels less like a documentary and more like a crime-drama.

-Similarities between Stockton Rush and J. Bruce Ismay.


Raised Questions:

-Was the documentary inevitable?

-Is the trailer too dramatic?

<...


Midnight Run (1988) with Lasse from 'Fans About Films'
05/24/2025

Lasse returns to the podcast to discuss Midnight Run (1988), a buddy comedy film with emotional depth, starring Robert DeNiro and Charles Grodin, Joe Pantoliano, and Yaphet Kotto-Kananga from live and Let Die (1973).


Discussion Points:

-Sean discovers the power of positivity.

-Lasse never misses.

-The Bond-esque cold open.

-Sean breaks out the clichés.


Raised Questions:

-Has Sean found the world's most enthusiastic German?

-Why are there so many actor's from 1987's The Untouchables?

-Are Lasse and Sean finally on t...


Gladiator II (2024): Sean's Initial Thoughts
05/17/2025

In this initial thoughts review, Sean messages Sarah straight after seeing Gladiator II in cinemas.


Has Sean ever sounded this positive?


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Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World (2003) and co-host Sarah
05/10/2025

Huzzah! Sean continues to recommend some of his favourite films to Sarah. Next Up: Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World.


"This ship is our home. This ship is England!".


Discussion Points:

-The Did You Even F**king Watch This Film? returns.

-Sarah's disgraceful lack of nautical knowledge.

-Sarah and Sean discuss the rich characters, anchored by the performances of Russell Crowe and Paul Bettany.

-Why Sarah isn't "fully sold" on Russell Crowe.

-Whether or not we get too many films...


Preview It Yourself 6: Warfare, 28 Years Later, and Lilo & Stitch with co-host Sarah
05/03/2025

Sean and Sarah return with the sixth episode of the Preview It Yourself side series. They watch and discuss the trailers for 28 Years Later, Warfare and the live-action remake of Lilo & Stitch.


Discussion Points:

-Sarah nearly leaves less than two minutes in.

-Sean tries to warn Sarah of the truly horrific trailer she is about to watch.

-Sarah wonders how the 28 Years Later looks so similar to 28 Days Later (2002).

-Adam Driver.

-There's a serious "Hunchback of Notre Dame"-based misunderstanding.

-Sean was trying to...


Frequency (2000) with co-host Sarah
04/26/2025

Sean introduces Sarah to another hidden gem, that she's never seen: Frequency (2000). "A great film about family, that's not a family-friendly film".


Discussion Points:

-The difficult-to-explain plot of the film.

-The similarities between Frequency and Field of Dreams (1989).

-Sean mentions Bill from 'Bill Reads Bad Reviews' and the planned reviews that never were.

-Sarah and Sean dive into what the critics thought of this film in “Open up and swallow some dubious reviews" section! With hilarious results!

-Sean wonders what happened to American pride in films.

...


Defend It Yourself 25: Spider-Man 3 (2007) with Matthew Dawson, Creator of 'Mortalverse DC'
04/19/2025

Find yourself some shade hot legs, and listen to this web-tastic review.


Defend It Yourself 25 finds Sean joined by Matthew Dawson, the creator of 'Mortalverse DC' Audio Dramas, who comes to defend his favourite maligned film: Spider-Man 3 (2007).


Discussion Points:

-Matthew explains why this film has "a special place in his heart".

-Sean tries not to moan about modern comic book films.

-The common complaints about this film, including villains and tone.

-Emo Peter Parker.

-Sean thinks this is Kirsten Dunst's best MJ performance.


Rush Hour 3 (2007) with Steve from 'The Decision Reel'
04/12/2025

Steve from The Decision Reel returns to finish the Rush Hour series. Has the charm worn off by this third instalment?


Check out The Decision Reel here: https://www.thedecisionreel.com/


Discussion Points:

-The curse of the third film in a trilogy.

-Tangents include Jurassic Park 3, The Big Bang Theory, Friends, Stranger Things and The Batman.

-Sean puts the boot into the Jurassic World sequel, even though he loved "Battle of Big Rock" (2019).

-Steve hasn't seen "No Time To Die" (2021) , so Sean channels his inner...


'No Hero But No Coward: J. Bruce Ismay' with Clifford Ismay
04/05/2025

Sean is joined by author of 'Understanding J. Bruce Ismay: The True Story of the Man They Called The Coward of Titanic', Clifford Ismay, to look into J. Bruce Ismay.


Bruce Ismay was the Chairman of The White Star Line, who became infamous for getting into a lifeboat and surviving the sinking of the Titanic. But are things as one-sided as people think?


Listen in to this riveting discussion as Cliff and Sean bring their own insights into the debate.


They discuss:

-Thomas Henry Ismay and his relationship...