Kapeesh Filmcast

The Kapeesh crew are back! (Well, some of them). That's right, we are back for our new film reviews project. You guessed it (or you read the title)- we are tackling the Batman franchise. And, to do it correctly, we started with the very first Batman serial film released in cinemas during the Second World War. So, that brings some interesting discussion about how Batman was used as a propaganda piece for the Americans against the Japanese, in amongst our thoughts on how it's dated from a cinematic perspective. Join us as we delve into the performances of the very first big screen version of the Caped Crusader, the writing, music, action scenes and a barmy plot which involves ray guns and zombies. Enjoy!

In this final podcast of 2022, the crew reconvene to discuss recent film viewings of the month of October (yes, edited over four months late). In the (now not so new) films section, Scott hunts down and slashes the Halloween franchise with particular focus on Halloween Ends, Gordon and Steve B share their thoughts on the provocative Marilyn Monroe biopic Blonde, and Steve also discusses The Sound of 007 on Amazon Prime. In the TV section, we delve deep into the Game of Thrones prequel series House of the Dragon, Star Trek: Lower Decks Season 3 finale, Man Vs Bee, Doctor Who Season 13, Dahmer - Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story and the BBC documentary Russia 1985-1999: Trauma Zone. And, if that wasn't enough, our Look Back section covers the rest of the Halloween series, The Final Destination, What We Do In The Shadows, The Italian Job, Orange County and Muriel's Wedding. And we end with the sad news of Robbie Coltrane's passing - with a brief tribute to the great Scottish actor. That all said, enjoy!

In this Deja-Revu episode, the Kapeesh crew are stuck in a time paradox which somehow involves discussing the (proper) James Cameron film debut in spoilerific detail - for eternity. So, if you have a few endless life cycles on you, give it a listen as we discuss the merits of one of cinema's classics. We go into our feelings on Schwarzenegger's star-making turn as the titular baddie, Linda Hamilton's brilliant performance as the soldier-in-making Sarah Connor and, of course, Michael Biehn's intense portrayal of Kyle Reese. We also delve into plot, writing, Brad Fidel's inconic score and a whole load on the very logistics of the time travel storyline. Not to mention where it may have dated (ahem, stop-motion effects). It's one not to be missed. Unless of course you are currently being targeted for termination. In that case, good luck! For everyone else, enjoy!

In this stupendously epic podcast, we reconvene to discuss our film and TV viewings from the month of September 2022 (yes, slight delay in editing). We cover Idris Elba's latest Beast, Taika Waititi's much derided Thor: Love and Thunder and we try to remember details from Liam Neeson's assassin thriller Memory. In the TV section, we delve deep into the latest Star Wars series Andor, the Lord of the Rings prequel series The Rings of Power, Game of Thrones' prequel series House of the Dragon, Star Trek: Lower Decks, The Boys Season 1 and 2 recap, Borat: American Lockdown (episode 1 only), Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story, as well as documentaries Golden Era and the first episode of My Life as a Rolling Stone. And if that isn't enough, in our Look Back section, we touch on both Austin Powers sequels (The Spy Who Shagged Me and Goldmember), Last Action Hero, Supergirl and I.T. Enjoy!

Yeah, BABY, YEAH! Do we make you horny? How about randy? In fact, don't answer that. In this very shagadelic episode, we rewatch Mike Myers' Bond parody released in 1997 and directed by Jay Roach. After a middling cinema run, the film would become a home video sensation and would propel the character and franchise into box office gold(member), with two sequels over the subsequent five years. In this very groovy recap, we discuss the film's merit with particular focus on characters, style of humour, music and its effective parody of the Bond franchise. We also delve deep into where the film has aged with particular focus on moments that would likely be omitted in 2022. Because that IS our bag, baby. So, grab your Swedish-Made Penis Enlarger Pumps (with accompanying receipt), don your best frilly shirt and sit down with us to journey forward from 1969 into a classic '90s comedy. And, of course, enjoy!

In this episode, Steve is joined by Fran and Mr. McCaul for this monthly catchup covering our August viewings in new films, television series and older movies in the Look Back section. We begin with Fran weighing in on Top Gun: Maverick, Steve then covers directorJordan Peele's Nope and the Netflix Original Vampire action film, Day Shift. Following that in our TV section, we delve into Trainwreck: Woodstock '99, Stranger Things Season 4 (again), Tales of the Walking Dead, the Game of Thrones prequel series House of the Dragon, Star Trek: Lower Decks and the Better Call Saul season finale. And, if that wasn't enough, we also give our opinions of older films in the Look Back section such as Sicario, Come and See, Apocalypse Now, Darkest Hour and The Other Guys. Enjoy!

The Kapeesh crew assemble their best historians, archeologists and swashbuckling rogues for this epic podcast covering director Steven Spielberg's third outing for the lovable adventurer. And in true Kapeesh form, we delve deep with our thoughts on the major characters, actor performances, plot, screenplay and John Williams' score. Of course, we also spend some time on comparing it to the previous films in the series as well as raising a substantial amount of money each time James Bond is referenced. So, for anyone with any reverence for this classic film released in 1989, then give our spoilerific discussion a listen and - of course - enjoy!

In this (of course) epic podcast, the crew reconvene to discuss all things film related over the month of July. We begin by paying tribute to the film industry veterans who sadly passed away over the month such as the legendary James Caan (The Godfather, Misery, Elf), Tony Sirico (The Sopranos), the original James Bond composer Monty Norman as well as Paul Sorvino (Goodfellas). We then take time to review the most recent films released such as the Toy Story prequel Lightyear, Jurassic World: Dominion, Thor: Love and Thunder, Elvis and The Grey Man. We then also cover a large swathe of television shows across the different streaming networks such as The Boys (Season 3), Stranger Things 4, Better Call Saul (Season 6), For All Mankind (Season 3), Light and Magic, Star Trek: Strange New Worlds (Season 1) and the Orville (Season 1). If that isn't enough for you, we also delve briefly into some older films we caught over the month such as Angels and Demons (2009), The Dark Knight Rises (2012), The Matrix films, Top Gun (1986), Mortal Kombat (1995), Mortal Kombat: Annihilation (1997),The Rock (1996), Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines (2003), Deep Blue Sea 2 (2018), Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga (2020) and Last Night in Soho (2021). In this podcast, we watch everything so you don't need to. Enjoy!

In this (of course) epic podcast, the crew reconvene to discuss all things film related over the month of July. We begin by paying tribute to the film industry veterans who sadly passed away over the month such as the legendary James Caan (The Godfather, Misery, Elf), Tony Sirico (The Sopranos), the original James Bond composer Monty Norman as well as Paul Sorvino (Goodfellas). We then take time to review the most recent films viewed such as the Toy Story prequel Lightyear, Jurassic World:...

In this (now standard) epic podcast, the Kapeesh crew spare no expense and rewatch Spielberg's classic 1993 family horror/blockbuster Jurassic Park to give an in-depth analysis of this stellar movie. The film heralded major advancements in digital animation, special effects and audio design and would go onto become one of the most successful films of the 20th Century. In this cast, we delve deep into the characters, cinematography, John Williams' score and many more facets as well as where it has dated nearly thirty years later. So, if that sounds like it is up your alley, go on and give it a listen and of course, enjoy!

In this July edition of our new monthly catch-ups on recent film releases, we delve into the controversial sexual politics of Paul Thomas Anderson's latest Licorice Pizza, try to untangle (without spoiling) Nicholas Cage's very unusual The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent, get into bed (eh?) for Good Luck To You, Leo Grande, briefly discuss Spiderhead and take a further dive into more Everything, Everywhere All At Once as well as Doctor Strange In The Multiverse of Madness. In our TV series section we discuss our final thoughts on the recent Disney Plus Star Wars show, Obi-Wan Kenobi, as well as the third season of The Boys (Amazon Prime). And, if that isn't enough, in our new Look Back section we also review director Lasse Halstrom's The Cider House Rules (1999) and Ken Russell's barmy 1975 musical documentary, Tommy. Enjoy!

In this Deja Revu episode. the Kapeesh crew hold a meeting in our own OCP boardroom to discuss the 1987 sci-fi classic Robocop, directed by Paul Verhoeven. In this epic podcast we run through the entire film practically scene by scene - in true spoilerific detail - giving our opinions on many facets such as the brutality of the action, the comedic satire and theme song. We also delve into the efficient writing, cinematography, story telling as well as giving our opinions on the entire cast and special effects crew. For anyone remotely interested in this film, this podcast should provide some insight worthy of your attention. And if it doesn't, we even have our own ED-209 handily waiting to dish out any punishment to those with negative comments. But don't worry, all you have to do is remove the comments as we are sure it will back down. So, enjoy!

In this special episode, Gordon and his brother Andrew Webster tackle the second of the swashbuckling hero's outings in Steven Speilberg's Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom. Released in 1984, the film sees Indy stranded in India where he offers to help desperate villagers find mystical stones and rescue their enslaved children from a Thuggae cult. Spielberg's film was released to mixed reviews at the time but collective opinion seems to have improved over the years. In this cast, we discuss in full spoilerific glory the plot details as well as our thoughts on Harrison Ford's portrayal of the film's hero, the rest of the supporting cast, John Williams' score, cinematography, set design and a whole lot more. Enjoy!

In this special bonus episode of the Bond Daft project, the crew reconvene to hammer out where Bond's latest adventure fits into the previously ranked films (conducted before it was released). Better than Diamonds Are Forever? Octopussy? Skyfall? Well, give it a listen and find out!

We kickstart our new series of monthly film catchups on a poignant note as we discuss the passing of the late, great Ray Liotta who sadly left us at the age of 67. In our brief tribute we discuss his litany of fantastic performances from films throughout his career such as Copland, Identity, Hannibal and with particular focus on his gangster portrayals in The Many Saints of Newark and as Henry Hill in Scorsese's classic Goodfellas. We pivot to the main films released over the last month with discussions on Top Gun: Maverick, Morbius, The Northman, Ambulance, Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, Everything Everywhere All At Once, Operation Mincemeat and we even find the time to discuss the recent early episodes of new Disney Plus show Obi-Wan Kenobi. Come for the film insight, stay for Scott's impression of Optimus Prime and his opinion on Michael Bay's frenetic cinematography. Enjoy!

After lengthy delays which included changing directors and a little known pandemic, Bond 25 finally made it to our screens last year. And after a few months, the Bond Daft team reconvened in December 2021 to discuss it in full spoilerific glory. In this truly epic podcast (I mean, look at the timestamp!) we cover the film's wealth of characters, plot, villain, action scenes and all the little things you expect from these film reviews. It's the final episode of the Bond Daft Project (for the moment) and we hope this is as much of a banger as the film it's about. Enjoy!

It's been years in the making, but finally the Bond Daft Project has reached its final stretch. After debating every subject under the Icarus sun laser, the lads finally reconvene to discuss the general ranking of the films over the entire saga (important to note that these were recorded before No Time To Die was released). This is the final part (split into two, with this being part 2) in which we discuss the best ten films of the James Bond franchise and here we somehow find it in ourselves to collectively rank the final top four films. Enjoy!

It's been years in the making, but finally the Bond Daft Project has reached its final stretch. After debating every subject under the Icarus sun laser, the lads finally reconvene to discuss the general ranking of the films over the entire saga (important to note that these were recorded before No Time To Die was released). This is the final part (split into two, with this being part 1) in which we discuss the best ten films of the James Bond franchise. Enjoy!

It's been years in the making, but finally the Bond Daft Project has reached its final stretch. After debating every subject under the Icarus sun laser, the lads finally reconvene to discuss the general ranking of the films over the entire saga (important to note that these were recorded before No Time To Die was released). In this particular episode, we reconvene to discuss the mid tier of Bond's adventures with the aim to agree on a collective ranking from Numbers 20 to 11. Important to note, the conversation was so epic it has been split into two parts and this is the second part. Enjoy!

It's been years in the making, but finally the Bond Daft Project has reached its final stretch. After debating every subject under the Icarus sun laser, the lads finally reconvene to discuss the general ranking of the films over the entire saga (important to note that these were recorded before No Time To Die was released). In this particular episode, we reconvene to discuss the mid tier of Bond's adventures with the aim to agree on a collective ranking from Numbers 20 to 11. Important to note, the conversation was so epic it has been split into two parts. Enjoy!