Welcome to MES Explores (formerly Mise-en-Scène), a show where we look at all manner of films from around the world, and, more often than not, take a cerebral look at the story lines and deeper meanings contained within.
This week, Xavier and Allen follow the path of A Hero (2021) to determine what defines a good person who has done wrong, verses a person who is in fact no hero at all. Warning: Episode contains spoilers. Looking for a new desk with a whole lot of added value? Visit Updown Desk via our affiliate link and get $300AUD worth of added value on Pro Series Desks and Desktops! -free shipping -free cable tray -free anti-fatigue mat Also get a discount of $100AUD with code SPRING in checkout https://t.cfjump.com/80023/c/215112 (https://t.cfjump.com/80023/c/215112)
This week, Xavier and Allen investigate whether Thor: Love and Thunder (2022) is more crack and bang, or fizzle and pop. Warning: Episode contains spoilers.
This week, Xavier and Allen seek vengeance with Vikram (2022) and discuss the prowess and improvement in South Indian cinema. Warning: Episode contains spoilers.
This week, Xavier and Allen go on a treasure hunt in alongside Nathan Drake in Uncharted (2022) and see if there really is a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. Warning: Episode contains spoilers.
This week Xavier and Allen run from flaming locusts and excessive amounts of teeth in Jurassic World: Dominion (2022) and discuss whether nostalgia can save it from extinction. Warning: Episode contains spoilers.
This week Xavier and Allen ride shotgun in Top Gun: Maverick (2022) and marvel at the exemplary cinematography and astounding effort put in by all involved! Warning: Episode contains spoilers.
This week Xavier and Allen drop Licorice Pizza (2021) on the turntable and discuss coming of age narratives set throughout history, and how women are perceived. Warning: Episode contains spoilers.
This week Xavier and Allen go for a ride in Ambulance (2022), only to find it's rough, uncomfortable, and they want to get out! Warning: Episode contains spoilers.
This week Xavier and Allen investigate Everything Everywhere All At Once (2022), to see if it truly is everything, or if it's just all at once. Warning: Episode contains spoilers.
Welcome to Season 4! This week, Xavier and Allen seek out The Northman (2022) to check the price of vengeance and decide if the cost is too steep! Warning: Episode contains spoilers.
This week, Xavier and Allen turn the key in Drive My Car (2021) to uncover love, loss, symbiosis, anthropomorphism, and how we move on. Warning: Episode contains spoilers.
This week, Xavier and Allen dive into CODA (2021), to look at family, duty, disability, and what it means to find our own place in the world. Warning: Episode contains spoilers.
This week, Xavier and Allen look at The Worst Person in the World (2021) and explore what it means to be an individual, and how we find our place in the world. Warning: Episode contains spoilers.
This week, Xavier and Allen seek out The Batman (2022), and find a refreshingly gritty psycho-crime-drama set in famous Gotham City. Warning: Episode contains spoilers.
This week, Xavier and Allen explore C'mon C'mon (2021) and the themes of emotional ideology vs. emotional intelligence, and what it means to understand life, and truly feel alive. Warning: Episode contains spoilers.
This week, Xavier and Allen delve into Mahaan (2021) and Ghandian ideology, individuality, and the power to make our own choices, and make our own mistakes. Warning: Episode contains spoilers.
This week, Xavier and Allen explore The Power of the Dog (2021), to see if it has any bite to go along with it's bark. Warning: Episode contains spoilers.
This week, Xavier and Allen head back to Belfast (2021) to look at, life, love, loss, and the politics and wars that shape the world of children. Warning: Episode contains spoilers.
This week, Xavier and Allen face off for The Last Duel (2021), and examine personal perceptions, rape, and honour, both in modern, and historical society. Warning: Episode contains spoilers.
This week, Xavier and Allen head into the forest for Pushpa: The Rise (2021) to uncover wayward social themes, and over-the-top action in this Indian flick. Warning: Episode contains spoilers.
This week, Xavier and Allen discuss The Tragedy of Macbeth (2021) and explore the themes of ambition, betrayal, and guilt in this re-imagined version of Shakespeare's Macbeth. Warning: Episode contains spoilers.
This week, Xavier and Allen dare to be different for Don't Look Up (2021) as they seek to find any redeeming features of this satirical disaster film. Warning: Episode contains spoilers and explicit language.
This week, Xavier and Allen enter the ring for Dangal (2016) and look at the honour of a father, the strength of women, and what it takes to change the world for the betterment of family. Warning: Episode contains spoilers.
This week, Xavier and Allen trot off in search of Pig (2021), and look at love, loss, and purgatory, wrapped up in an anti-revenge narrative. Warning: Episode contains spoilers.
This week, Xavier and Allen dive back in for The Matrix Resurrections (2021) to see if anything worthwhile has actually been resurrected... Warning: Episode contains spoilers.
This week, Xavier and Allen enter the political arena in Thalaivi (2021), to explore misogyny, oppression, violence, and corruption in India. Warning: Episode contains spoilers.
This week, Xavier and Allen discuss The Little Things (2021), and find that there is very little to like about Denzel Washington's latest ho-hum film. Warning: Episode contains spoilers.
This week, Xavier and Allen have No Time to Die (2021) loaded in the chamber, and take shots at political correctness, questionable creativity, and why Bond is still so enjoyable! Warning: Episode contains spoilers.
This week, Xavier and Allen take the stand in Jai Bhim (2021) to look at caste violence, oppression, and those who stand up against systemic abuse and corruption. Warning: Episode contains spoilers.
This week Xavier and Allen visit the Doctor (2021) to find a cure for human trafficking, and seek a diagnosis for what defines a man. Warning: Episode contains spoilers.
This week, Xavier and Allen seek out Parasite (2019) and dig into the social meanings and messages buried within. Warning: Episode contains spoilers.
This week, Xavier and Allen follow The Disciple (2020) on his journey toward musical enlightenment, as he confronts his own doubts and anxieties. Warning: Episode contains spoilers.
This week, Xavier and Allen contemplate existence alongside Uncle Boonmee Who Can Recall His Past Lives (2010), to find meaning beyond the here and now. Warning: Episode contains spoilers.
This week, Xavier and Allen rebel against the patriarchy with Joji (2021) to confront the basis of familial cohesion and defiance, in the face of self-interest and selfishness. Warning: Episode contains spoilers.
In this episode, Xavier and Allen load Free Guy (2021) to discuss all things tangible, philosophical, ethereal, virtual and material; from Plato to Men In Black II! Warning: Episode contains spoilers.
This week Xavier and Allen hunt for Thaen (2021), and look at love, corruption, destiny, and duty. Warning: Episode contains spoilers.
This week, Xavier and Allen look at the final three episodes of Netflix's anthology, Navarasa (2021), and discuss love, courage, and integrity. Warning: Episode contains spoilers.
This week, Xavier and Allen step ashore with Luca (2021) to look at adventure, ambition, abandonment, anger, and awkwardness, as we come of age. Warning: Episode contains spoilers.
This week, Xavier and Allen look at the second three episodes of Netflix's anthology, Navarasa (2021), and discuss morality, humor, and the value of existence. Warning: Episode contains spoilers.
This week, Xavier and Allen take the reins in The Rider (2017), and take a deeper look at the meaning of life, and how we measure our own value, and the decisions we make. Warning: Episode contains spoilers.
This week, Xavier and Allen look at the first three episodes of Netflix's anthology, Navarasa (2021), and discuss morality, humor, and the point where science meets mythology. Warning: Episode contains spoilers.
This week, Xavier and Allen float downstream on a Jungle Cruise (2021), dodging dodgy CGI cats, questionable characters, and finding all that reminds us of Brendan Fraser's, The Mummy (1999). Warning: Episode contains spoilers.
This week Xavier and Allen enter the ring with Sarpatta Parambarai (2021), and don the gloves for a bout of boxing, purpose, and honour, and finding the strength within oneself. Warning: Episode contains spoilers.
This week, Xavier and Allen check to see if Promising Young Woman (2020) is in fact so promising, and dig into rape culture and the societal norms that influence it. Warning: Episode contains spoilers.
This week Xavier and Allen discuss the merit of living in Never Let Me Go (2010), and how the value of life is measured both in the film, and how that reflects our lived realities. Warning: Episode contains spoilers.
This week, Xavier and Allen challenge Black Widow (2021), and delve into its merits, its value, and the good, the bad, and the hopeless. Warning: Episode contains spoilers.
This week, Xavier and Allen debate This Is Not a Burial, It's a Resurrection (2019); and discuss the merits of progress, what is defined as progress, and by whom. Warning: Episode contains spoilers.
This week, Xavier and Allen pop the cork in Another Round (2020); and look at social issues, mental health, inebriation, and the profound effects alcohol can have. Warning: Episode contains spoilers.
This week, Xavier and Allen suffer through Earwig and the Witch (2020); reeling in complete dismay at the abysmal quality of this film, from the usually astounding Studio Ghibli. Warning: Episode contains spoilers.
This week, Xavier and Allen take on paternal roles in Fatherhood (2021); and discuss love, loss, and coping with the fallout of emotional turmoil, whilst moving forward and living well. Warning: Episode contains spoilers.
This week, Xavier and Allen explore Nomadland (2020); searching for the meaning of our lived experiences, and the reasons for our individual existence. Warning: Episode contains spoilers.