Bad Films in Good Company

It’s that time of year. Can we predict the Oscar Best Picture winner based solely on the trailer? I know the tradition is to make stupid paragraph based on the nominees, but look at them. OK, let’s see if we can Joker-ound (say it loud, it works) with these. Once Upon A Time In Hollywood during the silent era (maybe in 1917), in the days before motoring rivalries such as Ford v Ferrari, Little Women were protesting much like they still have to. The Irishman and his country folk were not treated much better. Kinda like a Parasite. Bad times. And, erm... Jojo Rabbit. There. Done it   What do you think will win? Get in touch and let us know. https://www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/   Apple Podcasts: apple.co/1R4SNZJ

The Ape-ril micro-season starts with the little known British horror movie Link. It stars Oscar nominated actors, though not for this film, Terence Stamp and Elisabeth Shue, who are pitted against hyper intelligent chimpanzees. We discuss how music can affect a film, what we think of Stamp’s career, Shue’s early acting skills and Ben names the wrong Jimmy Cagney film.   But does Terence put his Stamp on this film? How creepy is the initial set-up? And could they really not find a suitable chimp for the lead?   Join us in the lab to if this is this film is the missing Link, or just a horrific homunculus.   Have we missed anything? Get in touch and let us know.   Email: bfgccast@gmail.com Twitter: @bfgcpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/ iTunes: apple.co/1R4SNZJ

Without enough time to cover the first film in our Ape-ril micro-season, we sit down for one of our infrequent chats about what we're watching. We discuss whether you can have too much choice, and whether streaming services offer enough variety. You can also find out what our favourite show of the moment is.   Are there any shows you think we should watch? Get in touch and let us know.   Email: bfgccast@gmail.com Twitter: @bfgcpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/ iTunes: apple.co/1R4SNZJ

Brides of March ends with a Honeymoon in Vegas, an early 90s rom com with Nicolas Cage on top form as the groom to be alongside Sarah Jessica Parker as the blushing bride. Rollerball’s James Caan stands in way of their nuptials as a… is he meant to be a gangster or just a dodgy card shark? We discuss how much cinematic style changed over the decade, stunt casting and if you could get away with the actors cast as Hawaiian islanders in this day and age.   But where on the scale of insanity does Nic Cage’s performance lie? How did Pat Morita choose that accent? And why would you go to that poker game Nic, why? Join us the morning after to see if Honeymoon in Vegas was a night to remember or a hangover you’d rather forget.   Have we missed anything? Get in touch and let us know.   Email: bfgccast@gmail.com Twitter: @bfgcpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/ iTunes: apple.co/1R4SNZJ

Brides of March continues with The Wedding Planner. This early noughties rom com stars Jennifer Lopez, as an Italian, and Matthew McConaughey, as a paediatrician, who meet when they shouldn’t. Set in glorious San Francisco this move has an interesting supporting cast. We discuss if being generic is necessarily a bad thing, whether a dancer can direct and what the ending actually means.   But will J-Lo get a chance to shake her booty? Does a car bounce over the hills of San Francisco? And will Matt Mac get a chance to take his shirt off?   Join us as we have a philosophical difference and ask if this film is planned to perfection, or a disaster waiting to happen.   Have we missed anything? Get in touch and let us know.   Email: bfgccast@gmail.com Twitter: @bfgcpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/ iTunes: apple.co/1R4SNZJ

The Brides March on with our 2nd rom com, Fools Rush In from 1997. Capitalising on his Friends fame, Matthew Perry co-stars with, then rising star, Salma Hayek in a cross-cultural tale of an impulsive marriage. We discuss how much Perry diverts from the infamous Chandler Bing, if it takes a shortcut in showing Mexican culture and what the running time for a romantic comedy should be.   But do this mismatched pair have the right chemistry? Who should have played Salma's dad? And could this BE any more fun?   Join us at the rehearsal dinner to see if this rom com is a leap of faith or a fool's errand.   Have we missed anything? Get in touch and let us know.   Email: bfgccast@gmail.com Twitter: @bfgcpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/ iTunes: apple.co/1R4SNZJ

It's time for Brides of March, a month long celebration of wedding themed movies. We kick off in style with Frank Oz's classy 1997 rom com In & Out. Kevin Kline gets the oddest case of prenuptial jitters when he's outed on national TV and faces a crisis of sexuality. We discuss if it's attitude towards the LGBT community feels outdated after 20+ years, digress rather more than usual and ask if it's possible to make a bad film using a cast with this much quality.   But are we the right men to discuss this movie? Will Joan Cusack always be a bridesmaid, and never the bride? And just how weird does Tom Selleck look sans moustache?   Join us in the chapel to see if we’re Out for a good time with this wedding caper, or if it’s In deep trouble.   Have we missed anything? Get in touch and let us know.   Email: bfgccast@gmail.com Twitter: @bfgcpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/ iTunes: apple.co/1R4SNZJ

Feburenny 2019 comes to a close with The Long Kiss Goodnight, possibly the most Renny Harlin film of them all. It’s got a Shane Black script, stars Geena Davis and Samuel L Jackson, and massive explosions. Foz is a huge fan, but Ben really didn’t like it when he first saw it, but hasn’t seen it since it’s release. We talk about how it feels to revisit a film you have bad memories of, how the strength of your antagonist affects a film, and just how much action can Renny fit into one movie.   But will Brian Cox steal the whole movie? Is this script a Black spot on Shane’s career? And will someone finally run away from a slow moving explosion?   Join us by the flaming Christmas tree to see if 20+ years can change Ben’s mind on this action spy caper, or whether he was right all along.   Have we missed anything? Get in touch and let us know.   Email: bfgccast@gmail.com Twitter: @bfgcpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/ iTunes: apple.co/1R4SNZJ

Feburenny continues with another supernatural film from Renny Harlin. This time we have The Covenant. Imagine a genderflip of The Craft with moody male models taking over as the hormonal, adolescent teens with power. We discuss the merits of casting for looks instead of acting ability, whether the critical reception was overly harsh, and where this fits in the canon of Harlin’s horror output. But are the the boys hot enough to make the girls’ gossip? Is this just an attempt at a tweeny Harry Potter? And does anyone run away from a slow moving explosion? Join us around the cauldron to see whether this teen caper has the right kind of magic, or if it should be burned at the stake. Have we missed anything? Get in touch and let us know.   Email: bfgccast@gmail.com Twitter: @bfgcpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/ iTunes: apple.co/1R4SNZJ

Can we guess the Oscar Best Picture winner based on the trailer alone? Time for the annual BFGC predictions for 2019 to see if A Star is Born when the producer picks up the golden man. Will there be a sweet smelling a Roma in the making, or have voters taken different ad Vice? Is Bohemian Rhapsody going to be The Favourite.  And will Blackkklansman finally Spike it’s director an overdue award? All I know is that there will be an upset if Black Panther Bagheeras the prize. (Man, this gets tougher every year).   What do you think will win? Get in touch and let us know: Email: BFGCcast@gmail.com Twitter: @BFGCPodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast iTunes: apple.co/1R4SNZJ

Feburenny continues to celebrate the career of Renny Harlin with, possibly, his most famous film Die Hard 2 [colon] Die Harder. Bruce Willis is back to put the “Christ that hurts” into Christmas as he tackles a bunch of ex-military types who take over an airport. We discuss if the stellar cast are put to good use or not, whether it carries over too much from the iconic original and ask if it is a worthy entry into the John McLane franchise. But could this film be made today? Why didn’t they have an Italian airline called Django Air? And does anyone run away from a slow moving explosion? Join us in the departure lounge to see if this airport actioner is a high flyer, or detained by customs.   Email: bfgccast@gmail.com Twitter: @bfgcpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/ iTunes: apple.co/1R4SNZJ

Welcome to Feburenny. A month-long celebration of Finland’s finest filmmaker, Mr Renny Harlin. We kick things off with his American debut “Prison”, a spooky prison flick about a vengeful spirit looking for revenge on the guard that framed him for murder. We discuss if this movie contains any of his trademark visual ticks, whether it sets the tone for his future career, and where it sits in the pantheon of prison films. But what would Clark Kent make of his editors previous job as a prison warden? Does future Aragorn Viggo Mortensen make strides in this early role? And does anyone run away from a slow moving explosion? Join us in the cells to see whether this movie is a break out, or deserves to be locked in solitary.   Anything to add? Get in touch and let us know.   Email: bfgccast@gmail.com Twitter: @bfgcpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/ iTunes: apple.co/1R4SNZJ

Van Dammit, this is an entertainment packed weekend right here. In lieu of looking at films individually, we have constructed the ultimate JCVD movie marathon for you. Foz has painstakingly put together a couple of themed lists that give you the best the muscles from Brussels has to offer. But is this The Quest a Hard Target? Is this worth going AWOL from work to watch ‘em all? And will all this excitement cause you Sudden Death? Join us as we munch down on Belgian Waffles and see whether this movie marathon makes a Double Impact or if it’s a Maximum Risk that's not worth taking. Have we missed anything? Get in touch and let us know. Email: bfgccast@gmail.com Twitter: @bfgcpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/ iTunes: apple.co/1R4SNZJ

Van Damme does the ultimate splits playing twins in Double Impact. What better way to celebrate June Claude Van Damme by having not one, but two JCVDs. This 1991 action movie was a huge hit, even though it didn’t light a fire under critics, and is arguably the one that spin-kicked JC out of B-movies to top of the A-class. No Double Impact… means no Universal Soldier, Hard Target or Timecop. We take a deep dive into this enjoyable romp, with a diverted focus on well developed body parts. But why was the leading actress cast? Does Geoffrey Lewis manage to underplay his role? And are two JCVD’s simply too much? Join us on a junk ride in Hong Kong harbour to see whether two heads are better than one, or if they cause double trouble (and we don’t mean the film we covered a few episodes ago) What do you think? Get in touch and let us know. Email: bfgccast@gmail.com Twitter: @bfgcpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/ iTunes: apple.co/1R4SNZJ

Idealistic Christian Bale takes a cross-country journey, with gruff veteran hunter Matt Mac to chase down a dragon in a post-cataclysmic Britain. It’s basically Jaws with dragons, and that can’t be bad… can it? This 2002 action/monster movie was a bit of a flop at the time, but has built up a cult following in the years since. This is a movie we’ve been looking forward to covering for some time. It is both good, and bad at the same time. Listen in to find out which side is more prevalent. But can Ben remain objective about a film starring Christian Bale? Is Mac still a sexy beast even with a shaved head and beard? And isn’t it weird seeing Gerard Butler looking so thin? Join us as at the dragon powered BBQ to find out if our collective nostalgic memories are gently warming or more like scorched earth. What do you think? Get in touch and let us know. Email: bfgccast@gmail.com Twitter: @bfgcpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/ iTunes: apple.co/1R4SNZJ

What McConaughmay would be complete without a McConaughrom-com. There are so many to choose from, but we’ve gone with Ghosts of Girlfriend’s Past. A loose reworking of the classic story A Christmas Carol, with Matt Mac as a promiscuous, gamophobic Scrooge visited by the titular spectres. Jennifer Garner and Michael Douglas co-star in this lightweight, but utterly enjoyable film. But is this Michael Douglas’ most controversial role to date? Does Jennifer have enough charm to Garner the heart of Matt? And is McConaughey just too charming to be tied to just one woman? Join us at the wedding of the decade to see if this McConaughrom-com is a poltergeisty pleasure, or if the ghost’s make it a bust. What do you think? Get in touch and let us know. Email: bfgccast@gmail.com Twitter: @bfgcpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/ iTunes: apple.co/1R4SNZJ

Alright, alright, awwwwriiiiight! It’s the glorious month of McConaughmay, celebrating the best Texan export since the discovery of oil. Kicking off this most sacred of months is Two For The Money, a “based on reality“ drama about the world of legalised sports betting. Matt Mac is brought into this shady world by a gambling Svengali, played by the legendary Al ‘hoo-ah’ Pacino. This is one of those movies that’s a slam dunk on paper, but it hit a short stop at the box office, and failed to score with the critics. Time (out) for us to take a punt, and revisit this classy looking drama. But does Pacino act like a walking parody of himself? Will it persuade us to become gambling addicts? And is Matthew’s performance McONaughhay or McOFFaughhay? Join us down the bookies to see if this gambling drama is an odds on favourite, or a waste of a betting slip. Does Matthew McConaughey make you want to lay bets? Get in touch and let us know. Email: bfgccast@gmail.com Twitter: @bfgcpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/ iTunes: apple.co/1R4SNZJ

Imagine if someone made a version of the Arnie/De Vito movie Twins, but cast actual twins. Welcome to Double Trouble from 1992 starring body building brothers Peter and David Paul. They are Dead Ringers, but couldn’t be more different. One’s a cop, the other is a criminal, and they must work together to stop the bad guys. This is one of those films that appears out of nowhere on Netflix and just begs to be watched. We did, and we’ll let you know if you should too. But do these twins give identical performances? Was this film really made in 1992? And just how wrong does it feel to hear an OG Star Trek actor swearing? Join us in the proper man’s gym to see if these overly buff brothers create a Double Impact, or if they are Twins of Evil. Have you seen the brothers in action? Get in touch and let us know. Email: bfgccast@gmail.com Twitter: @bfgcpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/ iTunes: apple.co/1R4SNZJ

It's Showtime! No, not Beetlejuice. Buddy cop meets reality TV in this 2002 action comedy. You might know it better as the one where William Shatner teaches De Niro how to act. That's right, Captain Kirk shows the man behind Travis Bickle, Jake La Motta, Rupert Pupkin and Young Vito how to act. That sounds good, yeah? But then it also stars a post 1980s Eddie Murphy, which is not such a sure thing. It was a critical and commercial bomb on release, but can it really be that bad? It's time to re-evaluate BFGC style. But which films would you choose for the stars on the back of the DVD box? Will Eddie Murphy rein it in, or be all swivelling bug eyes? And is it possible for William Shatner to be the best actor in a movie? Join us in the LAPD squad room to see if this Big Brother/Cop hybrid is arresting entertainment, or if it should be evicted. Get in touch and let us know. Email: bfgccast@gmail.com Twitter: @bfgcpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/ iTunes: apple.co/1R4SNZJ

Were our Oscar picks on the money, or did we miss the mark? Following from our prediction podcast, comes the inevitable fall out and a chat about the awards in general. We also go over some things we’ve been watching and some things we’re looking forward to. Stuff you should watch, films to avoid and some returning favourites. This episode also includes the triumphant return of Our Man in Japan. Sam has a Japanese show to recommend that you can watch now (if you have Amazon Prime, that is). Is there anything you think we should be watching? Get in touch and let us know. Email: bfgccast@gmail.com Twitter: @bfgcpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/ iTunes: apple.co/1R4SNZJ

Can we pick the Best Picture winner based on the trailer, and socio-political climate only? The Darkest Hour approaches and it’s time has come for us to Post our thoughts on the Best Picture nominees for the 2018 Oscars. Will the host Call Me By Your Name, or tell you to Get Out? Who will get to add those magic words to their Three Billboards posters? In the year of #MeToo, will a Lady Bird take homes the golden statuette, or will a Phantom Thread keep it with the patriarchy. Listen now to see if we have feeling in the Shape of Water, or like Shatner have we already Dunkirk. [This was so much easier with last year's nominees] What do you think will win? Get in touch and let us know: Email: bfgccast@gmail.com Twitter: @bfgcpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/ iTunes: apple.co/1R4SNZJ

The Blade trilogy gets the Franchise and Lows treatment. Who doesn’t love Wesley Snipes as the badass half-vampire. That’s a rhetorical question, by the way. Everyone here at #TeamBFGC are massive fans of the 1998 action horror classic, and the original made our list as one of the best action movies of the 1990s (listen to our Action Movie special from Jan 2017 for more). What about the sequels though? We can’t agree on which one fits better, and this has caused some heated debate in the studio. Foz believes the second entry has more merit, but Ben thinks Trinity is a much worthier sequel. Luckily for us, irregular guest, and Blade superfan, Dave is on hand to mediate and add some much needed perspective. But is Blade 2 only popular because of Guillermo Del Toro’s fanboys? Does Trinity essentially act as Ryan Reynolds’ audition for Deadpool? And just how did Norman Reedus, AKA Darryl from The Walking Dead, manage to get work after his role here? Join us as we cruise around in a black Dodge Charger to find out if these vampire sequels have teeth, or if they were left out in the sun too long. Intro and Blade recap: 0.00:00 - 0.05:52 Blade 2: 00.05:55 - 0.24.34 Blade Trinity & Series Discussion: 0.24.39 - 0.58:50 Wrap up: 0.58.55 - End Which badass Blade is best? Get in touch and let us know: Email: bfgccast@gmail.com Twitter: @bfgcpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/ iTunes: apple.co/1R4SNZJ

Should the Doctor Strange film have been more like this early 90s rip-off? Low budget studio Full Moon entertainment held the movie rights to Marvel’s Doctor Strange for a short period. When they lost the rights, they thought “well we’ve done all this pre-production work, might as well do something with it”. The result is Doctor Mordrid, a low budget fantasy action movie starring horror and B-movie legend Jeffrey Coombs in the title role. The Blu-Ray edition that one of us bought was definitely not released as cash grab. Team BFGC are on hand to investigate a curious . This episode was recorded shortly after consuming a large amount of Kentucky branded fried chicken. Joining us in the studio is semi-irregular co-host Dave. Before we tackle the movie, Dave is subjected to a rigorous Q&A and gives us his own Desert Island Flicks. But can Coombs play a heroic role and not come across as creepy? Can stop motion dinosaurs ever be rubbish? And does this film actually exist or is it a meat sweat induced fever dream? Join us as we soak in a bucket of KFC gravy to see if this comic book knock-off has Cumberbatch quaking, or if it should have stayed in the Nth dimension. WARNING: This episode contains some rather juvenile humour. Have you even heard of this film, let alone seen it? Get in touch and let us know: Email: bfgccast@gmail.com Twitter: @bfgcpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/ iTunes: apple.co/1R4SNZJ

Just who do we think we are? Find out more about your hosts in Episode Zero. Discover what makes us qualified to chat about movies, both good and bad. We then ask each other the only questions that matter in a special Q&A section. Finally, you can all find out which 6 films, and TV boxset, we would happy to be stranded with in Desert Island Flicks. Basically this is the one we should have put out two years ago when we first started. But will a werewolf film make Foz’s list? Who does Ben hate less, Bale or Nolan? And what films unite Team BFGC? Join us for a special getting to know us episode to find out if we are cinematic scholars or home video hacks. Intro and Qualifications - 0.00:00 - 0.08.41 Question Time - 0.08:41 - 0.35:10 Desert Island Flicks - 0.35:10 - End Get in touch and let us know what you think: Email: bfgccast@gmail.com Twitter: @bfgcpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/ iTunes: apple.co/1R4SNZJ

Scream is 21 years old and we look back at the highs and lows of the series in the first Franchise and Lows. Writer Kevin Williamson combined Dawson’s Creek with Crystal Lake, and roped in veteran horror director Wes Craven to create a ground breaking, crowd pleasing chiller. It revolutionised the horror movie and you could argue that the genre exists in a pre- and post-Scream era. It went on to spawn 3 sequels, not to mention an almost totally unrelated TV series. As we’re examining all 4 movies, there’s plenty to (Edvard) munch over. But which one of them is the absolute worst? Is Wes Craven so good at directing he could do another instalment posthumously? And which character is worse, Gail Weathers or Monica Geller? Join us in small town America as we see if these scary movies are a Ghostface Killah, or more of a restless spirit. How do you rank them? Get in touch and let us know: Email: bfgccast@gmail.com Twitter: @bfgcpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/ iTunes: apple.co/1R4SNZJ

Movie franchises are more important to studios than ever. This week the Star Wars saga reaches it’s 9th instalment. Thus, Bad Films in Good Company embark on Franchise and Lows, a look at various movie series’ and finding out if a sequel is equal or if the follow up is more of a follow through. This is an introductory episode, explaining the what, the why and the who. The first F&L will take a look at the ground breaking Scream franchise celebrating its 20th anniversary. What’s your favourite franchise? Get in touch and let us know: Email: bfgccast@gmail.com Twitter: @bfgcpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/ iTunes: apple.co/1R4SNZJ

Small, ravenous creatures are terrorising small town America. It can only be one film… that’s right, Critters. A sci-fi/horror action comedy that is most definitely not a knock-off of Gremlins. This is a movie that generates fond, misty memories for us in the studio. Its appearance on Amazon Prime means it’s time for us to re-evaluate this 80s classic. Our recall is not always totally accurate, though, as we have discovered in previous episodes. Fingers crossed that this is still a hit. But do Americans have a different idea on what constitutes a firework? Is 80s poodle perm rock music truly universal? And is this film a critical satire on the immigrant experience? Join us in the remains of the white house as we see if this alien invasion is an unbelievably fun object, or more like an interstellar plot that comes after eight. Are we just being nostalgic for the sake of it? Get in touch and let us know: Email: bfgccast@gmail.com Twitter: @bfgcpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/ iTunes: apple.co/1R4SNZJ

Twilight fever was running rampant and every studio was running a high temperature. Red Riding Hood was Warner Bros attempt at catching some of those twinkling YA dollars. WB were so eager to repeat the success, they even hired the same director. As no-one had ever tried to make a rites of passage/teen-based werewolf film before, there’s no way it could fail. This movie was not a huge success either critically or commercially, making it ideal territory for Team BFGC. We were both very tired recording this one, and we’re a bit rambley. But there is a previously unheard trailer for your entertainment. But can it really be a werewolf film without a transformation sequence? Why is there a lack of chemistry with the romantic leads? And what was Gary Oldman’s thinking behind his performance? Join us as we follow the breadcrumb trail into the forest and see if this supernatural romance is destined for greatness or if it’s just lupine lunacy. Are we wrong? Get in touch and let us know: Email: bfgccast@gmail.com Twitter: @bfgcpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/ iTunes: apple.co/1R4SNZJ

It’s a match made in hell, as two of the biggest horror icons from the 80s square up for the fight of the century. In the blue corner, wearing the O’Neill shorts, we have the strong, silent slaughterer Jason ‘momma’s boy’ Vorhees. And in the red corner, with the flaming shorts it’s the chuckling child-killer Freddy ‘fingers’ Krueger. Whoever wins… well you know the rest. Team BFGC are providing the concise post-match analysis for 2003s action packed horror mash-up. But have American filmmakers ever actually been to a rave? Is Kelly Rowland destined for an acting career? And why wasn’t Katharine Isabelle given the lead? Join us on vacation at Crystal Lake as we see if this horrific Odd Couple are a match for Jack Lemmon & Walter Matthau, or if they provide more tragedy than Hamlet. Times Intro: 0.00.00 - 0.01.50 Trailer: 0.01.50 - 0.02.45 Film Discussion: 0.02.45 - 0.53.22 Freddy v Jason: A Requiem: 0.53.22 - End Disagree with our verdict? Get in touch and let us know: Email: bfgccast@gmail.com Twitter: @bfgcpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/ iTunes: apple.co/1R4SNZJ

Before the McConaughssance, came the collapse and few films did more than to progress the fall than this poorly received turkey. Cashing in on the chemistry between Matthew McConaughey and Kate Hudson, Fool’s Gold is a half rom com, half action adventure that aims to recapture the spirit of classics like Romancing The Stone. Unfortunately, it didn’t convince audiences particularly well, and infuriated critics. Just perfect for us to investigate if this is a low point in Matt’s illustrious career. But did Ray Winstone accept this role for a Caribbean holiday? Should Malcolm Jamal-Warner aka Theo Huxtable be in more films? And should the accent coach be struck off for their contribution to this film? From the other side of the world Sam recommends a rom com that has a considerably better reputation in this weeks Our Man in Japan segment. Join us as we sit on the beach drinking Red Stripe to see if this romantic adventure is a hidden treasure or a bag of rubbish left on the beach. Disagree with our verdict? Get in touch and let us know: Email: bfgccast@gmail.com Twitter: @bfgcpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/ iTunes: apple.co/1R4SNZJ

When terrorists take over the White House, only one film can save the day, and in our 4th July special we find out which is better Olympus Has Fallen, or White House Down. We start by examining which is better on paper. Whilst we deliberate over their entertainment value, Sam, Our Man in Japan takes the reins and joins US Correspondent Vic for a stateside look at what films they think best represent America. Then it’s back for the definitive conclusion to discover whether Gerard Butler or Charming Tatum is the right man to save the president, and provide the most fun. But would Butler be more intimidating wearing just pants and a cape? Can Tatum Step Up 2: The Plate and bust the right moves on the bad guys? And just why would anyone vote Two-Face for president over Ray Charles? 0.00:00 - 00.17:28 - Better in Theory 0.17.28 - 0.47.39 - Stateside Selections 0.47.39 - End - Better in Practice FYI: Diggstown is also known as Midnight Sting Disagree with our verdict? Get in touch and let us know: Email: bfgccast@gmail.com Twitter: @bfgcpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/ iTunes: apple.co/1R4SNZJ

It’s been a while since we’ve had a decent swords, sandals and sorcery movie. Many have tried but, whilst some have come close, all have failed. Gods of Egypt gives Egyptian born Australian director Alex Proyas, purveyor of arch-Goth classics The Crow and Dark City, a go to try and brighten things up. Unfortunately, the reviews were so bad the director took to Facebook in a fit of rage. It has been known for critics to be wrong, and we are just the people to assess whether that is right. But just what has Bryan Brown been up to since Cocktail? Does Chadwick Boseman’s performance bode well for Black Panther? And can anyone teach us how to correctly pronounce Nikolaj Coster-Waldau? Join us as we raft down the Nile to see if this movie is a golden idol, or touristy trinket. If you’ve seen it, let us know what you think. Get in touch and let us know: Email: bfgccast@gmail.com Twitter: @bfgcpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/ iTunes: apple.co/1R4SNZJ

We finally managed to get it working. Sam, Our Man in Japan, linked up with me via Skype, Ben, for an impromptu discussion, mainly about Guardians Vol.2 and trailers that don’t necessarily do their job. It was supposed to be a quick little chat to fill the gap before our Gods of Egypt episode, but it turned into something a bit longer than anticipated. This is the #TeamBFGC way. Please note that sound levels are a bit wonky, because I got the levels wrong when I was recording. There’s some post-production wizadry at play, that might get me kicked out of Hogwarts… but you can be the judge of that. Do you want to hear more like this? Get in touch and let us know: Email: bfgccast@gmail.com Twitter: @bfgcpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/ iTunes: apple.co/1R4SNZJ

If you were asked to make a list of films that shouldn’t be remade, 70s horror classic The Wicker Man is likely to figure quite highly. In 2006, however, Neil LaBute decided to do just that. Transplanting the story to America, he casts Nicolas Cage as a conflicted copper investing the disappearance of a girl who may, or may not, be his daughter (SPOILERS: it is), from a remote, matriarchal society. What could possibly go wrong? Critical and commercial catastrophe, that’s what. Time to strap in and see whether LaBute and Cage have slaughtered a sacred cow. But what kind of performance will Nic Cage employ? How fast is Christopher Lee spinning in his grave? And will this film put you off eating honey? Join us as we dance around the maypole to see if this remake makes you dance in your pants, or want to sit in a Habitat chair and self-immolate. If you’ve seen it, Get in touch and let us know what you think: Email: bfgccast@gmail.com Twitter: @bfgcpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/ iTunes: apple.co/1R4SNZJ

It has been a long time coming but we can finally bring you our episode on a green-screen pioneer. This retro adventure features zeppelins, giant robots, ray guns and Giovanni Ribisi. What’s not to like? Well… it flopped at the box office, and the director hasn’t made another film since. That certainly seems like a bad omen, but friend of the podcast Dave loves it, so our minds will be kept open. But does Jude lay the law as the titular pilot? Can legendary class act Michael Gambon save the day? And did Foz actually manage to finish the movie? Join us in a sepia hued airship as we find out if the world of tomorrow is an exciting land of wonder, or a post-apocalyptic wasteland of tedium. WARNING: The intro section features some dodgy audio due to a loose microphone connection If you’ve seen it, let us know what you think. Get in touch and let us know: Email: bfgccast@gmail.com Twitter: @bfgcpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/ iTunes: apple.co/1R4SNZJ

After years of propping up the biggest action stars of the 80s, Carl Weathers made his bid for solo stardom in Action Jackson. It was a modest success at the time, but not well received by critics. There’s no better time to visit the city of Detroit, where the film is set, for an international edition looking at this lost classic. But was the leading lady cast for any other reason than sheer Vanity? How many action character actors can you spot? And just how does Carl like his ribs? Join me, Sam Your Man in Japan, and special guest co-host Vic, VC from the D, as we find out if Carl can weather the storm to become a leading man or if he’s better left backing the line as a supporting player If you’ve seen it, let us know what you think. Get in touch and let us know: Email: bfgccast@gmail.com Twitter: @bfgcpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/ iTunes: apple.co/1R4SNZJ

Welcome to Bad News in Good Company, recorded 13 May 2017. We took time before Eurovision on Saturday to record a cheeky little newscast just for you. Amongst the topics of conversation this time are: - Game of Throwback - Marshall Hellboy - Suspiriaicious Minds - Blade Running Out? - Riverdale Verdict And much more. Is there any news you think we’ve missed? Let us know: Email: bfgccast@gmail.com Twitter: @bfgcpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/ iTunes: apple.co/1R4SNZJ

This was, possibly, the most misguided move ever taken by Warner Bros. A full-blooded American interpretation of a quintessentially British show. The Avengers (not that one) boasts the excellent skills of a whole host of talented actors, and Uma Thurman. Critics hated it… audiences stayed away… I surely can’t be that bad. [spoilers] We had to record a little extra, to make up time and add some much needed positivity, giving you an insight into BFGC decision making along the way. But is it possible for Jim Broadbent to give a bad performance? Were Shaun Ryder’s appearances on TFI Friday the reason he was given no dialogue? And has Sean Connery made a worse film than Zardoz? Join us as we joyride in an E-Type Jag and see if this remake is a sturdy Steed, or limp like orange Peel If you’ve seen it, let us know what you think. Get in touch and let us know: Email: bfgccast@gmail.com Twitter: @bfgcpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/ iTunes: apple.co/1R4SNZJ

After 28 episodes of agreement, comes the first film we don’t see eye to eye on. The 2003 action horror flick Underworld, where vampires and werewolves get into rucks. Foz loves the film and has invested in the whole series. But Ben hates the film so much, he couldn’t finish watching it back in the day. It’s a game of 2 halves this week as we each state our pre-existing opinions, then reconvene to see if our minds have been changed. But do fans say it’s good just to excuse the fact that they're perving over Kate Beckinsale in PVC? Are Bill Nighy’s acting chops infallible? And just what did happen to Scott Speedman’s career? Join us we surround ourselves with garlic and silver to see whether Foz is delusional or Ben is a joyless idiot. If you’ve seen it, let us know what you think. Get in touch and let us know: Email: bfgccast@gmail.com Twitter: @bfgcpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/ iTunes: apple.co/1R4SNZJ

What happens when you give a clever Agatha Christie style murder mystery to that Finnish purveyor of dumb overblown action Renny Harlin? Mindhunters is the result and the fact it sat on the shelf for 2 years should tell you everything you need to know. Or does it? It’s time to look at this forgotten film for signs of life. But did this film spearhead Val Kilmer’s career revival? Does this movie count towards Jonny Lee Miller’s audition for Elementary? And does Renny Harlin have a talisman in LL Cool J ? Join us at the Cluedo board as we try and unravel the mystery to find out if this is a smart whodunit or stupid whocares. If you’ve seen it, let us know what you think. Get in touch and let us know: Email: bfgccast@gmail.com Twitter: @bfgcpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/ iTunes: apple.co/1R4SNZJ

In the weird days of comic book adaptations, before Nolan drained the fun and Marvel found the formula, we have 1996’s The Phantom. It’s a bright, colourful action-packed adventure that was supposed to launch Billy Zane as an A-list superstar. Unfortunately, it opened against Michael Bay’s finest 2.5 hours and there was no way it was going to come off best. It’s 21 years old now, and it’s time to see if time has been kinder than the box office. But did the poor performance mean this film was Kristy’s swansong? Does Treat WIlliams’ perfomance live up to his name? And can any film with James Remar be less than entertaining? Join us in the jungle to see whether this purple clad crime fighter is a swashbuckling superhero or a relic of the past. What do you think? Get in touch and let us know: Email: bfgccast@gmail.com Twitter: @bfgcpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/ iTunes: apple.co/1R4SNZJ

How do you follow up Speed? You know… Keanu Reeves, Sandra Bullock on a bus that’ll explode if it slows down. Simple. Swap Keanu for the other guy from The Lost Boys and transfer the action to a boat, a vehicle that CAN’T stop. That’s a guaranteed winner, right? History has this down as one of the worst and most pointless sequels in Hollywood history. This year is the 20th anniversary, and it’s the perfect time to revisit this legendary turkey. But did they have to blackmail Sandra Bullock to star in this movie? Were there teeth marks in the scenery from Willem Dafoe’s performance? And how is it possible to be a more wooden actor than Keanu? Join us at the bar on deck 4 to see if this cruise caper has sea legs, or if it should sink without a trace. What do you think? Get in touch and let us know: Email: bfgccast@gmail.com Twitter: @bfgcpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/ iTunes: apple.co/1R4SNZJ

Way down deep, in the middle of the Congo, a scientist, a primatologist and tour guide ate a mango… or did they. This movie is a blatant Michael Crichton cash in, made in the wake of a certain cultural and commercial cretaceous behemoth. The studio definitely wanted a film of Jurassic Monkey proportions. But how was Tim able to Curry favour in order to nab this role? Can Ernie Hudson shake the career ghost that is Winston Zeddemore? And are white Gorillas just another example of cultural appropriation? Join us as we get our shots from the doctor and see if this jungle safari is more a swinging lord of the apes, or a forgotten missing link. What do you think? Get in touch and let us know: Email: bfgccast@gmail.com Twitter: @bfgcpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/ iTunes: apple.co/1R4SNZJ

In 1994, at the height of his fame, Jean-Claude Van Damme made this blockbusting time travel action caper. He plays the Timecop of the title, who goes AWOL and is left to use all his Kickboxer skills to become a Hard Target. He Dux and dives from the bad guys to avoid Sudden Death in a film that’s definitely not a Knock Off. But given how often he’s played twins, would seeing himself cause a paradox? How does Ferris feel about his former flame hooking up with Jean Claude? And how does a film made in 1994 that goes back in time to 1994 not look like 1994? Join us for the second studio visit from Our Man in Japan, as we discover if this is the work of a legendary split kicker, or if he’s Expendable Too What do you think? Get in touch and let us know: Email: bfgccast@gmail.com Twitter: @bfgcpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/ iTunes: apple.co/1R4SNZJ

Following on from our Oscars predictions podcast, and the event free ceremony, we reflect on our choices. Then we proceed to have a chat about some of the TV shows we’ve been watching on the various streaming services, and what we’re looking forward to *cough* Iron Fist *cough* Intro: 0:00.00 – 0:01.42 Oscars: 0:01.42 – 0:10.14 Watchlist: 0:10.14 - End Are there any shows you think we should check out? Let us know. Email: bfgccast@gmail.com Twitter: @bfgcpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/ iTunes: apple.co/1R4SNZJ

In the days before Anonymous, Wikileaks and Snowdon, it was down to a bunch of teenagers to take on corporate corruption. Complete with his Trainspotting hairdo, Jonny Lee Miller leads Angelina Jolie and a host of soon-to-be famous faces as the titluar heroes. After more than 20 years, it will be interesting to see if this computerised concoction holds up better than Swordfish. But is Jonny Lee Miller's American accent sick, boy? Did Matthew Lillard's character create the corn flakey brekafast cafe? And would the future married couple have become known as Jongelina if they'd hooked up 10 years later? Join us as we download secret files over a 56k modem (very slowly) and discover if this film can Hack the Planet, or it's merely hacked off. What did you think? Get in touch and let us know: Email: bfgccast@gmail.com Twitter: @bfgcpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/ iTunes: apple.co/1R4SNZJ

In one hand you have two X-Men, and a future Avenger, and in the other, Travolta with the most criminal hair and beard combo in film history. Smash them together and you get the action/computer hacking thriller Swordfish. Given that any film that’s computer based is usually out of date by the time it’s released, it’ll be interesting to see how it fares after more than 15 years. But does this film really showcase Halle Berry’s greatest talents? Why didn’t they pay Hugh Jackman an extra $1m for his topless scenes? And is this yet another film that proves why Travolta’s career should have stayed dead? Join us as we boot up our Amstrad CPC464s (with green screen... of course) to see if it joins the ranks of Anonymous or if it should remain unknown. What did you think? Get in touch and let us know: Email: bfgccast@gmail.com Twitter: @bfgcpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/ iTunes: apple.co/1R4SNZJ

Welcome to Bad News in Good Company, recorded 18 February 2017. We took time out of our busy Saturdays to record a cheeky little newscast just for you. The topics under discussion this time are: • Closed as we’re Board* of Messages • Ford + Boeing = Hilarious • Days of Oceans? • Does anyone actually want to be Batman *Intentionally misspelled Have you got any news you think we’ve missed? Let us know: Email: bfgccast@gmail.com Twitter: @bfgcpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/ iTunes: apple.co/1R4SNZJ

It’s awards season once more, and we welcome the Arrival of the BFGC Oscars special. We take a Moonlight trip to Manchester (which is not) By The Sea, and examine the Hidden Figures to assess who will take the Lion’s share come Oscar night. Come Hell Or High Water, nothing will keep us from passing judgement. We’ll take a Hacksaw (Ridge) to any Fences in our way. Listen in to discover if our decisions are correct, or if we are we living in La La Land? Who do you think should win the big prize? Drop us a message and let us know: Email: bfgccast@gmail.com Twitter: @bfgcpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/ Blog: bfgcpodcast.wordpress.com/

Has it really been 365 days since our first episode went live? 2016 was a year of ups and downs, but the Bad Films in Good Company podcast is still going strong. Join us as we choose some of our favourite moments, and give you some of the history behind the magic. What are your favourite moments? Get in touch and let us know: Email: bfgccast@gmail.com Twitter: @bfgcpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/ iTunes: apple.co/1R4SNZJ

It was the time of larger than life, steroidmungous action stars, armed to the teeth with all kinds of weaponry. One little film tried to buck the trend. Remo Williams needed no weapons, except the special effects make up to turn Cabaret’s Joel Gray into an old Korean man. It flopped on release, but the film has fond memories for its fans. 30 years on, it’s time to revisit this forgotten film. But did they really have to “yellow up” a white actor? Was playing a character with a different skin colour acceptable in the 80s? And is it really racist if it was acceptable at the time? Our Man in Japan joins us in the BFGC studio as we centre our collective chi to find out if this kung-fu master is deadly with fists and feet or disarming and harmless. Like what we’re doing? Get in touch and let us know: Email: bfgccast@gmail.com Twitter: @bfgcpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/BFGCPodcast/ iTunes: apple.co/1R4SNZJ