Before and After the Movies

Episode Notes: Blockbuster season is upon us and RUN do not walk to catch the latest (and final??) instalment in the Mission: Impossible franchise. Join us as we review the 8th and finale Mission: Impossible. In this episode we discuss the pitfalls of Part 2 Syndrome, 10 minutes worth of side reviews and...as always a full in-depth post show analysis. Support Before and After the Movies by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/before-and-after-the-movies Find out more at http://beforeandafterthemovies.com

Episode Notes: 2025 BAATM season has arrived, and there's no better way to kick things off than with the 4th instalment of Captain America....right?! Join us as we take on the MCU's latest and greatest "Captain America: Brave New World". In this episode Antony prepares and recites a heartfelt essay on his thoughts of super hero movies. Side reviews are aplenty and....as always continue listening all the way through for a in-depth post viewing review. Support Before and After the Movies by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/before-and-after-the-movies Find out more at http://beforeandafterthemovies.com

Episode Notes: It's a tale as old as time...a new Robert Eggers film means a new Before and After the Movies podcast. Join us as we take on the gothic vampire tale of "Nosferatu". In the pre-show we confess our shockingly low knowledge of the 1922 original film and Antony is challenged to name as many vampire movies as he can. As always, listen all the way through for a full in-depth post viewing review. Support Before and After the Movies by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/before-and-after-the-movies Find out more at http://beforeandafterthemovies.com

Episode Notes: It's Kraven time! Please allow Before and After the Movies to waste their time and money so you don't have to. That's right we are back with another Sony-verse bomb in "Kraven the Hunter". Join us as we voice our confusion around the creative direction of this franchise, the beginning of super hero fatigue, and as always....listen all the way through for an in-depth post viewing review. Support Before and After the Movies by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/before-and-after-the-movies Find out more at http://beforeandafterthemovies.com

Episode Notes; Are you not entertained?!?! 24 years after Maximus captured our hearts (and a couple Academy Awards) Ridley Scott takes us back to the Coliseum for "Gladiator 2". Join us as we discuss the legacy of the first film, the sheer amount of eye candy in this movie, and as always....a full in-depth post showing review. Support Before and After the Movies by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/before-and-after-the-movies Find out more at http://beforeandafterthemovies.com

Episode Notes: No idea how we got here, but alas a final instalment of the Venom trilogy has arrived. It is "Venom: The Last Dance", join us as we discuss how in the world this franchise got milked for 3 movies (with the first 2 being mediocre). Potential cameos that we predict that would give this movie some pizzaz. As always, listen all the for a full in-depth post showing review. Support Before and After the Movies by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/before-and-after-the-movies Find out more at http://beforeandafterthemovies.com

Episode Notes: Squeaking in one final send off for summer blockbuster season. Can a new director save this beloved franchise? Join us as we embark on a journey to explore Fede Alvarez's "Alien: Romulus". Antony and Aman discuss their need to see something new and fresh with this franchise, does it deliver? As always, listen all the way through for an in-depth post viewing review. Support Before and After the Movies by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/before-and-after-the-movies Find out more at http://beforeandafterthemovies.com

Episode Notes Holy chimichangas! It's finally here....is this the saviour of the MCU? Join us as we take on the long-awaited, highly anticipated Deadpool & Wolverine. Expect a blistering round of fast questions, cameo predictions galore, and of course a discussion on the state of the MCU. Listen through for an in-depth post show review. Support Before and After the Movies by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/before-and-after-the-movies Find out more at http://beforeandafterthemovies.com

Episode Notes: Its FurioSA not Furiosa. Before and After the Movies is back with the summer blockbuster kickoff George Miller's "Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga". Join us once again as we discuss our Fury Road thoughts, a new take on side reviews, and...we couldn't help ourselves...a little MCU discussion. As always, listen all the way through for an in-depth post viewing review. Support Before and After the Movies by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/before-and-after-the-movies Find out more at http://beforeandafterthemovies.com

Episode Notes: Heeeeeey Fellas, It's time to watch the remake of Road House! Join us as we discuss Doug Liman's updated take on the 80's classic. Antony introduces a smashing new segment, we discuss expectations for this film. And as always, a full review in the post-show. Support Before and After the Movies by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/before-and-after-the-movies Find out more at http://beforeandafterthemovies.com

Episode Notes: It's Episode 50! Join us on this milestone episode as we review the highly anticipated and highly touted "Dune: Part 2". Antony and Aman recount their experience with Dune: Part 1 and also how their views differ upon second viewing. It's predictions galore from 2 people who have no clue about the source material! As always, keep listening for an in-depth review, and some (late) Oscar's predictions. Here's to 50 more! Support Before and After the Movies by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/before-and-after-the-movies Find out more at http://beforeandafterthemovies.com

Episode Notes: At long last the DCEU is coming to an end (before mastermind James Gunn enacts his revival plan. Come celebrate the final instalment in this ...wonderous cinematic universe with James Wan's "Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom". Join us as we discuss cinematic universes, superhero fatigue, and some exclusive insider info on the happenings on the Aquaman set. As always listen all the way through for an in-depth post showing review. Support Before and After the Movies by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/before-and-after-the-movies Find out more at http://beforeandafterthemovies.com

Episode Notes: Happy Halloween BAATM listeners. Antony and Aman are back and they are reviewing the latest entry in a beloved (and 1 billion dollar) franchise - "Saw X". Join us as we discuss what it takes to have a successful horror film and franchise, we recount our favourite Saw memories and traps, and as always a full post viewing review. Support Before and After the Movies by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/before-and-after-the-movies Find out more at http://beforeandafterthemovies.com

Episode Notes: We are back! It is a high concept, original sci-fi epic and sign us up! Join us as Before and After the Movies crew discusses Gareth Edwards' "The Creator". In this episode we recount Gareth Edwards filmography, discuss classic sci-fi film tropes, and side reviews with a shameless Letterboxd plug As always listen all the way through to get an in-depth post viewing discussion. https://letterboxd.com/ajohal21/ https://letterboxd.com/bigants/ Support Before and After the Movies by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/before-and-after-the-movies Find out more at http://beforeandafterthemovies.com

Episode Notes: Without further ado its Barbie! Without a doubt the most highly anticipated film of 2023. Join us as we discuss whether Greta Gerwig can go 3/3, can Barbie set a new standard in original film making, and of course fast questions faster than ever. Included in the post-show is an in-depth review of Barbie AND Oppenheimer (true to the Barbenheimer-mania). Support Before and After the Movies by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/before-and-after-the-movies Find out more at http://beforeandafterthemovies.com

Episode Notes It's summer blockbuster extravaganza! Tom Cruise is back as Ethan Hunt in "Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part 1". Join us as we try to contain our excitement and expectations for one of the greatest action franchises of all time, a chat on box-office numbers in a cluttered July, and as always....a full in-depth review in the second half of the show. Support Before and After the Movies by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/before-and-after-the-movies Find out more at http://beforeandafterthemovies.com

Episode Notes Before and After the Movies whips into action with the 5th installment of our beloved adventure hero and archeologist Indiana Jones...its "Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny". Join us as we discuss our concerns and excitement towards seeing Harrison Ford take up the mantle one last(?) time. A discussion on the impact Dr. Jones has had on us, and as always listen all the way through for an in-depth post viewing review. Support Before and After the Movies by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/before-and-after-the-movies Find out more at http://beforeandafterthemovies.com

Episode Notes: Before and After the Movies is back! Kicking off season 2 with a once beloved franchise that is hoping to find its way back into move lovers' hearts -- it's "Transformers: Rise of the Beasts". Join us as we provide enough Optimus Prime impressions to last a lifetime, a discussion on where the Transformers franchise went wrong, and, as always a full in-depth review in the second half of the show. Support Before and After the Movies by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/before-and-after-the-movies Find out more at http://beforeandafterthemovies.com

Episode Notes: Ring the bell! It's another 12 round title fight from the famed Rocky franchise, "Creed III". Join us as we discuss the Rocky, and Creed franchises and how they have been pleasant surprises. A discussion on Michael B. Jordan's directorial debut, and predictions about Jonathan Majors' career projection. As always listen through for an in-depth review of Creed III. Side Reviews: The Fabelmans, Creed II, The Good Nurse Support Before and After the Movies by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/before-and-after-the-movies Find out more at http://beforeandafterthemovies.com

Episode Notes: It's another MCU installment, fan favorite Antman returns to kickstart phase 5 with "Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania". Join as as we discuss how phase 5 needs to correct phase 4, side reviews a plenty, and potential MCU fatigue setting in?? As always listen all the way through for an in-depth post viewing analysis. Side Reviews: Tar, All Quiet on the Western Front, RRR, The Woman King, Black Panther Wakanda Forever, The Black Phone, Knock at the Cabin, and The Last of Us (EP 5). Support Before and After the Movies by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/before-and-after-the-movies Find out more at http://beforeandafterthemovies.com

Episode Notes: Awards szn is in full swing and Before and After the Movies in doing Martin Mcdonagh's "The Banshees of Inisherin". Join us as we discuss the performances of other Oscar's hopefuls, some Academy predictions, and some questionable Irish accents. As always listen through for an in-depth review on the film. Side Reviews: Avatar 2, Triangle of Sadness, Elvis, The Fablemans, The Whale Support Before and After the Movies by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/before-and-after-the-movies Find out more at http://beforeandafterthemovies.com

Episode Notes: By popular demand the Before and After the Movie crew prepare to watch the HBO adaptation "The Last of Us". Based on Naughty Dog's game of the year, join us as we have 2 unique perspectives (Antony having played the video game, Aman having not played it) and discuss whether this show can live up to its early hype. A chat on the fabled video game curse, gritty mini-series' and as always listen on for a in-depth post-show review. Side Reviews: Andor, The Leftovers Support Before and After the Movies by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/before-and-after-the-movies Find out more at http://beforeandafterthemovies.com

Episode Notes: After a bit of a hiatus the Before and After the Movies crew is back with Rian Johnson's "Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery". The highly touted follow-up to the much loved (and previous episode) "Knives Out". Join us again as we discuss the resurgence of Who Dun Its, a blistering round of fast questions, and side reviews to account for all the lost time. As always, listen to the entirety for a complete post-show analysis. Side Reviews: Prey, The Patient, See How They Run, The Menu, Black Panther Wakanda Forever, Avatar 2 Support Before and After the Movies by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/before-and-after-the-movies Find out more at http://beforeandafterthemovies.com

Episode Notes: It's time for the highly anticipated(?) Amazon Prime original Lord of the Rings show! Join us as two people who have barely a surface knowledge of LOTR discuss The Rings of Power. Will we see a high fantasy resurgence with LOTR and GoT battling it out, why does everyone have zero expectations for this show and side reviews a plenty. As always stick around for the second half in-depth discussion of the first two episodes of The Rings of Power. Side Reviews: Nope, Elvis, Incantation, Everything Everywhere All at Once, Beast, Samaritan, The Grey Man Support Before and After the Movies by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/before-and-after-the-movies Find out more at http://beforeandafterthemovies.com

Episode Notes It's another MCU film - Who would've though the first hero to 4 standalone films was Thor, its Thor 4! Or rather "Thor: Love and Thunder"! Join us as we discuss the subtle creep of MCU fatigue, Taika Waititi's ability to breathe new life into this character after Ragnorok and what can Christian Bale bring to the MCU. As always listen through for a comprehensive post-showing review. Side Review(s): Lightyear Support Before and After the Movies by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/before-and-after-the-movies Find out more at http://beforeandafterthemovies.com

Episode Notes: Welcome...To Jurassic World Dominion. That's right, by popular demand we are back with the third (and final?) entry in the Jurassic World franchise, directed by Colin Trevorrow it's "Jurassic World Dominion". Join us as we discuss how the trilogy has faltered from the original and a game of Name That Dino. As always stick around after the intermission for an in-depth review of the film. Support Before and After the Movies by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/before-and-after-the-movies Find out more at http://beforeandafterthemovies.com

Episode Notes: The MCU machine continues rolling and Sam Raimi is back with Marvel with "Dr. Strange in the Multiverse of Madness". Join us once again as we discuss how the first Dr. Strange stacks up in the MCU, will we get definite multiverse answers and of course -- predictions a plenty over the cameos! In this episode a special "Before and After the Avatar 2 Trailer". Listen all the way through for a full in depth review and analysis. Side review: Moon Knight Support Before and After the Movies by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/before-and-after-the-movies Find out more at http://beforeandafterthemovies.com

Episode Notes: What would Before and After the Movies be without honouring another original epic from Robert Eggers. It's the 3rd film from the visionary director; "The Northman". Join us as we predict what symbolism Robert Eggers has in store for us, which zany character is Willem Dafoe playing, and a slew of fast questions. As always continue listening for a full recap and review of the movie. Side Reviews: King Richard, Coda, West Side Story, Turning Red, Fantastic Beasts, Nightmare Alley, Euphoria, (Spiral, The Power of the Dog). Support Before and After the Movies by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/before-and-after-the-movies Find out more at http://beforeandafterthemovies.com

Episode Notes: He's here...The Bat! That's right everybody, the highly anticipated DC film "The Batman" directed by Matt Reeves drops in theatres! Join us as we recount the cinematic history of the caped crusader through trivia. We discuss why the Batman IP is allowed to have different iterations, and our predictions as to what this Matt Reeves universe will look like. As always be sure to keep listening as we dive deep into a full review in the second half post-show. Support Before and After the Movies by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/before-and-after-the-movies Find out more at http://beforeandafterthemovies.com

Episode Notes: It's Season 2 of Before and the Movies and were kicking things off with the adaptation of the famed video game "Uncharted"! Join Aman and Antony as they cover what it takes to break the video game curse, Antony reflects on what the Uncharted games mean to him, and a blistering round of fast questions. As always stick around for the second half in-depth review. Side Reviews: Macbeth, The Power of the Dog, Encanto, Jackass Forever, Tick Tick...Boom! Support Before and After the Movies by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/before-and-after-the-movies Find out more at http://beforeandafterthemovies.com

Episode Notes: The wait is over! "Spider-Man No Way Home" swings into theatres and Antony and Aman are along for the ride. Join us as we recap the previous 7 Spider-Man films before this one, outlandish multi-verse predictions, and fast questions faster than ever. As always the first half is kept spoiler free -- proceeded by an in-depth review in the second half. Side Reviews: Hawkeye, Klaus, Ghostbusters Afterlife Support Before and After the Movies by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/before-and-after-the-movies

Episode Notes: It's the Before and After the Movies Christmas Special! Join us as we eagerly watch the much needed, much anticipated remake - "Home Sweet Home Alone"! In this episode Antony and Aman slander the movie before they even watch it, a discussion on what makes the original Home Alone special and as always a full, in-depth, critical analysis of the film. Side Reviews this episode: "The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It", "Snake Eyes", "Red Notice", "Fighting With My Family", "Marvel's: What If", "Last Night in Soho". Support Before and After the Movies by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/before-and-after-the-movies

Episode Notes: MCU phase 4 is in full swing! Catch up with Antony and Aman as they take a deep dive into Marvel Studios "Eternals". Join us for a special s-s-s-side review of Dune, Antony provides an absolutely wild opening scene, and a discussion on the ongoing MCU phase 4 threads. As always the second half is an in-depth review and a look at the future of the MCU. Support Before and After the Movies by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/before-and-after-the-movies

Episode Notes: Bond is Back! After 5 delays Before and After the Movies finally gets to cover "No Time to Die". Join us as we recap Daniel Craig's legacy as James Bond, we discuss the pressure that this 5th film has, and an extended S-S-Side review. Be sure to listen to the second half as we cover the film in depth. Support Before and After the Movies by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/before-and-after-the-movies

Episode Notes: WE are ready to digest the sequel to the (not-so) surprising box office hit Venom. Join us as we take on "Venom: Let There Be Carnage". On this episode Antony, Aman, and the symbiote break down the first Venom, discuss Marvel casting choices, and Antony predicts another flashback opening scene. As always the second half has a full in depth review. Support Before and After the Movies by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/before-and-after-the-movies

Episode Notes: It's our second MCU phase 4 installment and with it Marvel is introducing a new character to the big screen. Join us as we excitedly discuss "Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings". It's an MCU episode, so prepare for some Marvel ramblings and tangents from Antony and Aman. In this episode we cover everything from where the timeline is going, what cameos will we get, and even a small discussion on some new Marvel teaser/trailers. Also in this episode Antony introduces a new segment "Side Review". As always stick around for a comprehensive post-viewing review. Support Before and After the Movies by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/before-and-after-the-movies

Episode Notes: It's episode (A)24 and the boys are back to their roots with a mind bending fantasy tale; "The Green Knight". Join us as Aman rants about how he should've been the "Dev Patel", we discuss how far A24 has come as a distribution company, and a twisted round of Name that Opening Scene. As always stay tuned for a full post-movie analysis. Support Before and After the Movies by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/before-and-after-the-movies

Episode Notes It's the adventure of a lifetime! Join us as we travel down river Disney's latest "Jungle Cruise". This highly anticipated, much delayed action adventure film finally debuts and Antony and Aman are ready to give their thoughts. Join us for a discussion of failed Disney franchises and great round of fast questions. Bonus content in the pre-show; a brief recap on the Loki show. As always stick around for a post viewing discussion. Support Before and After the Movies by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/before-and-after-the-movies

Episode Notes At long last Antony and Aman get to discuss their first MCU movie. Join us as we kick off Marvel's phase 4 with Black Widow. In this episode we chat about how this movie will fit in the MCU, a look ahead to Marvel's 2021 slate, and always a blistering round of fast questions. Stay tuned for the post viewing review, and we rank how Black Widow stacks up against the other MCU films Support Before and After the Movies by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/before-and-after-the-movies

Episode Notes Antony and Aman are burning rubber racing back to the cinema's as they officially re-open (again). What better way to kick off the summer than with "F9: The Fast Saga". Join us as we break down if this franchise still has gas in the tank, Antony recaps the previous 8 iterations, and an insane round of Fast (and the Furious) questions. As always stay tuned for the second half where we break down the move...one quarter-mile at a time. Support Before and After the Movies by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/before-and-after-the-movies

Episode Notes Viva Las Vegas! Join us as we gamble on another Zack Snyder flick, his return to zombies with "Army of the Dead"! In this episode we discuss whether Snyder's schtick is wearing thin, whether or not zombie movies are still relevant, and a look at Dave Bautista's growth as an actor. As always the second half is an in-depth look and review of the film. Support Before and After the Movies by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/before-and-after-the-movies

Episode Notes It's the fight of the century and Antony and Aman have you covered with complete fight commentary, join us again as we discuss the duel of these titans in "Godzilla vs. Kong". In the pre-show we discuss how this Monsterverse has shaped up so far, the human character tropes in monster movies, and recap of previous notable "Vs." movies. Stay tuned for our post-fight analysis where we break-down the entire movie frame by frame. Support Before and After the Movies by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/before-and-after-the-movies

Episode Notes The fans have spoken and at long last the visionary director Zack Snyder is able to release his unadulterated version of Justice League the #SynderCut. Coming in at a whopping 4 hours and 2 minutes, join us as we discuss the trash that was the 2017 Joss-tice League, is this a redemption tour for Zack Snyder, and a blistering round of "Flash" questions. As always stay tuned for the post show where we break down the film in detail. Support Before and After the Movies by donating to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/before-and-after-the-movies

Episode Notes: Before and After returns with another direct to streaming blockbuster: "Wonder Woman 1984". Join us as we discuss Patty Jenkins' much anticipated follow up to her 2017 hit. Does the sequel carry forward the positive momentum that the DCEU needs? What DC character will make a shoehorned cameo, and what does the new HBO max streaming deal mean for movie cinemas? As always we dissect the film in the second half.

Episode Notes: Jagshemash! The boys are back and today they are reporting on Borat: Subsequent Moviefilm. Join us as we follow Kazakhstan's favourite reporter and discuss whether Sacha Baron Cohen is able to recapture his 2006 magic, does the world need a second Borat film, and yes enough Borat impressions to make your ears bleed. As always a post movie discussion follows in the second half.

Episode Notes: The cinema's are open and Antony and Aman race to watch Christopher Nolan's time bending epic Tenet. Join us as we try to predict a movie we both know nothing about, a discussion on Christopher Nolan's film achievements, and as always a full breakdown of the film post showing.

Episode Notes: Desperate for a Summer Blockbuster, Antony and Aman tackle the Netflix Original "The Old Guard". Join us as we predict common action tropes, discuss what this movie needs to do in order to stand-out as an action film, and of course finish off with an in-depth review of the movie.

Episode Notes: Hey all you late night listener's you're locked into Before and After the Movies and today we'll be discussing the sci-fi mystery "The Vast of Night" so don't change that station.... Antony and Aman are back featuring first time writer/director Andrew Patterson's "The Vast of Night" now streaming on Amazon Prime. Join us again as we touch on how this movie came to fruition, Antony tries to pitch a new segment, and some potentially divisive opinions as we break down the film in the post show.

Episode Notes: Zoinks! It's the 2020 release of "Scoob!" and Antony and Aman begrudgingly decide to solve the mystery of this Hanna-Barbera mash-up; and we would have gotten away with it! Join us for a VOD discussion, enough Scooby and Shaggy impressions to last you a lifetime, a brief recap on what we've binged over the past months, and of course a full post movie review.

Episode Notes: Join Antony and Aman as they do a Stay at Home Special on Leigh Whennel's 2018 action flick "Upgrade". Complete with a full discussion on the current landscape of cinema and the various projects which have had their release dates postponed, an aimless browse through streaming platforms to find the perfect film, and of course a Before and After break down of "Upgrade"

Episode Notes: As we continue on into March it's time for Antony and Aman to take a hard look at 2020's The Invisible Man. Join us as we blindly predict invisibility tropes, analyze the meteoric rise of Blumhouse Productions, discuss the fate of a Dark Universe, and as always a post showing in-depth review.