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Comparing and contrasting reboots and remakes against their original martial, you'll be surprised which ones end up being better! Join the Montressor team and special guests as we pick through the world or re-lensed films.

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    • May 26, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
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    Evil Dead 81' vs Evil Dead 13'

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2022 55:22


    The gang dives into Sam Raimi's debut professional feature The Evil Dead and compare it Fede Alvarez' first feature...Evil Dead!

    Conan the Barbarian 82' vs 11'

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2022 97:10


    The split the difference team runs into a frustrating reboot of an 80's classic in their comparison to start season 5!!

    The Thing 51' vs 82'

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2022 67:41


    Jesse finishes the season with The Thing, a classic 50's monster movie that was remade by horror master John Carpenter.   Follow us on twitter!@Montressormedia@Filmrescueshow @sethxdecker - The Pitch Master General@hardcorebshot - Host@Biohazard_Leia - Host Discord Server https://discord.gg/xRcAyae

    FRIGHT NIGHT 85' vs 11'

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2022 60:46


    Jesse brings us two wonderful horror comedies. Are the effects of the original enough to overcome the characters work? Did the remake "Film Rescue" it's own movie?

    Dirty Rotten Scoundrels vs The Hustle

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2022 66:56


    It's remake vs remake on this episode. Bedtime Story was unavailable so we pitted it's 80's remake by Frank Oz against the 2019 remake female reboot!

    Funny Games

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2022 57:06


    Jesse brings us an oddity, a film that was remade by the same director in the same location in two different languages ten years apart. Is the remake better? Should we just watch more subtitled films?

    Yojimbo vs Fistful of Dollars

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2021 67:27


    The gang breaks down the classic matchup between Samurai and Cowboys

    Paprika vs. Inception

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2021 70:31


    Jesse, Seth, and Hope break down one of Hope's favorite films alongside one of Chris Nolan's best. @sethxdecker - The Pitch Master General@hardcorebshot - Host@Biohazard_Leia - Host

    Ringu vs The Ring

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2021 53:11


    Jesse, Hope, and Seth discuss Ringu, the breakout Japanese horror film that launched the digital era of horror, versus The Ring, Gore Verbinksi's remake.

    The Fly 58' vs 86'

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2021 51:32


    It's a battle of tones on this weeks episode - does the down to earth murder mystery of the original win for it's unique delivery? Or does the body horror 80's remake win for style and adaptation? You decide! If you'd like to become a guest, pick a film and send your pitch to montressormedia@gmail.com or reach out on twitter @montressormedia. Anyone can join the fun! This show is brought to you by ALL of our dear patrons and especially by; Producer level patrons Jessica Gronsbell, Aaron Nowick, Lou Wilkerson and Seth Decker. It is also brought to you by Executive Producer level patron Erin Moriarty. Thank you all for the continued support! Contribute to the channel by donating at patreon.com/montressormediaWe do so many podcasts; The Film Rescue Show, Palette Cleanser, That Weird Ass Game, and Split the Difference, plus other videos, and special episodes on the patreon that you can't get anywhere else. For only $1 you can join the gang! Follow us on twitter!@Filmrescueshow@palatecleansed @sethxdecker - The Pitch Master General@hardcorebshot - Team Host@ErinMoriartyYT - Team Host  @TheRoundFable - Team Host Discord Server https://discord.gg/xRcAyae

    The Invisible Man 33' VS 20'

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2021 87:09


    Jesse, Josh, and Seth discuss the original HG Wells adaptation to the 2020 re-adaptation...or possibly sequel?This show is brought to you by ALL of our dear patrons and especially by; Producer level patrons Jessica Gronsbell, Aaron Nowick, Lou Wilkerson and Seth Decker. It is also brought to you by Executive Producer level patron Erin Moriarty. Thank you all for the continued support! Contribute to the channel by donating at patreon.com/montressormediaWe do so many podcasts; The Film Rescue Show, Palette Cleanser, That Weird Ass Game, and Split the Difference, plus other videos, and special episodes on the patreon that you can't get anywhere else. For only $1 you can join the gang! Follow us on twitter!@Filmrescueshow@palatecleansed @sethxdecker - The Pitch Master General@hardcorebshot - Team Host@ErinMoriartyYT - Team Host  @TheRoundFable - Team Host Discord Server https://discord.gg/xRcAyae

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    Rollerball 75' vs 02'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2021 41:33


    Directed by Norman Jewison, Rollerball is a 75' classic genre bending film. Sports action dystopian future starring James Caan, this film was remade in 02' with Chris Klein, Rebecca Romjin, LL Cool J, and Jean Reno, Directed by John McTiernan of Die Hard and Predator fame. Discussed are the film's editing, scores, casting, plots and themes, and direction. Split the Difference is a podcast hosted by Jesse Fresco where movies and their remakes are compared and contrasted to find the best iterations of the story being told. Social Media - @montresssormedia @hardcorebshot @sethxdecker Edited by Jesse Fresco

    Mulan Rise of a Warrior vs Matchless Mulan

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2021 57:30


    Jesse, Erin, and Brandon discuss 2 versions of Mulan that you CAN'T find on Disney plus This show is brought to you by ALL of our dear patrons and especially by; Producer level patrons Jessica Gronsbell, Aaron Nowick, Lou Wilkerson and Seth Decker. It is also brought to you by Executive Producer level patron Erin Moriarty. Thank you all for the continued support! Contribute to the channel by donating at patreon.com/montressormediaWe do so many podcasts; The Film Rescue Show, Palette Cleanser, That Weird Ass Game, and Split the Difference, plus other videos, and special episodes on the patreon that you can't get anywhere else. For only $1 you can join the gang! Follow us on twitter!@Filmrescueshow@palatecleansed @sethxdecker - The Pitch Master General@hardcorebshot - Team Host@ErinMoriartyYT - Team Host  @TheRoundFable - Team Host Discord Server https://discord.gg/xRcAyae

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    The Italian Job 69' vs 03'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2021 93:01


    Is this a rare case of remakes doing it right? Or can Michael Caine pull it out in the end? Let's find out! This show is brought to you by ALL of our dear patrons and especially by; Producer level patrons Jessica Gronsbell, Aaron Nowick, Lou Wilkerson and Seth Decker. It is also brought to you by Executive Producer level patron Erin Moriarty. Thank you all for the continued support! Contribute to the channel by donating at patreon.com/montressormediaWe do so many podcasts; The Film Rescue Show, Palette Cleanser, That Weird Ass Game, and Split the Difference, plus other videos, and special episodes on the patreon that you can't get anywhere else. For only $1 you can join the gang! Follow us on twitter!@Filmrescueshow@palatecleansed @sethxdecker - The Pitch Master General@OldPangYau - Team Host@hardcorebshot - Team Host@ErinMoriartyYT - Team Host@TheRoundFable - Team Host Discord Server https://discord.gg/xRcAyae

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    Ju-on vs The Grudge

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2021 66:08


    Let's explore the differences between a horror story told twice, each time by the same director!This show is brought to you by ALL of our dear patrons and especially by; Producer level patrons Jessica Gronsbell, Aaron Nowick, Lou Wilkerson and Seth Decker. It is also brought to you by Executive Producer level patron Erin Moriarty. Thank you all for the continued support! Contribute to the channel by donating at patreon.com/montressormediaWe do so many podcasts; The Film Rescue Show, Palette Cleanser, That Weird Ass Game, and Split the Difference, plus other videos, and special episodes on the patreon that you can't get anywhere else. For only $1 you can join the gang! Follow us on twitter!@Filmrescueshow@palatecleansed @sethxdecker - The Pitch Master General@OldPangYau - Team Host@hardcorebshot - Team Host@ErinMoriartyYT - Team Host@TheRoundFable - Team Host Discord Server https://discord.gg/xRcAyae

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    Zero Hour! vs Airplane (re-upload)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2021 91:06


    In which we compare Zero Hour with it's spoof remake Airplane

    ANNOUNCEMENT: Farewell

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2021 2:15


    It is with a heavy heart that I have decided to hang up the microphone, for now. Because of the amount of time it takes to produce the podcast multiple times a week, I don't have the time to consistently produce content at the level and quality that I want, and that I know my listeners want as well.  Thank you to everyone that has supported and encouraged me through this, I will miss it dearly! And who knows? Maybe we can start it back up again in the future!

    Ep. 93 - Part Two: Socialism

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2021 37:01


    Today is May 25, 2021. And today we will do a deep dive into Socialism.

    Ep. 92 - Money Woes and UFOs

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2021 30:35


    Today is May 20, 2021. The New York Attorney General opens a criminal probe into the Trump Organization. The Republicans pitch fiscal responsibility. And we may get a little more information about UFOs.

    Ep. 91 - Want Lumber, Pick a Number

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2021 33:52


    Today is May 18, 2021. Lumber prices are through the roof and may dampen the economic recovery. Biden’s child tax credit is set to start in July. And an abortion rights case will see the Supreme Court.

    Bad News Bears 76' vs 05'

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2021 54:26


    What happens when you make an almost shot-for-shot remake of a heartfelt baseball movie, but remove all the heart? You'll see. This show is brought to you by ALL of our dear patrons and especially by; Producer level patrons Clayton Lechlitner, Jessica Gronsbell, Lou Wilkerson, and Seth Decker. It is also brought to you by Executive Producer level patron Erin Moriarty. Thank you all for the continued support! Contribute to the channel by donating at patreon.com/montressormediaWe do so many podcasts; The Film Rescue Show, Palette Cleanser, That Weird Ass Game, and Split the Difference, plus other videos, and special episodes on the patreon that you can't get anywhere else. For only $1 you can join the gang! Follow us on twitter!@Filmrescueshow@palatecleansed @sethxdecker - The Pitch Master General@OldPangYau - Team Host@hardcorebshot - Team Host@ErinMoriartyYT - Team Host@Devontheyarner - Team Host Discord Server https://discord.gg/xRcAyae

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    ANNOUNCEMENT - New Upload Days

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2021 1:12


    Split the Difference will now be uploading regular episodes twice a week, on Tuesdays and Thursdays! Thank you so much to all of our regular listeners, we are excited to be coming out with some great content here soon!

    Ep. 90 - No Work Pays Like Hard Work

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2021 33:25


    Today is May 14, 2021. Governors pull back federal unemployment benefits. Republicans in the House claim the capitol riots weren’t as bad as they seemed. And the CDC says if you get the vax, you can lose the mask.

    Guestisode 7 - JT Brittingham

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2021 106:04


    JT is a good friend and knowledgeable resource for a wide variety of different topics. He currently works on the manufacturing side of the pharmaceutical industry, giving him first-hand insight into an industry that very often makes the news. Listen and enjoy as we cover everything from medicine, the COVID vaccine, and what it is like for him to be a new dad!

    Ep. 89 - Pipelines and Scary Times

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2021 33:11


    Today is May 12, 2021. Everyone panics and tries to get gas. Tensions flare in the Middle East as rockets are launched. And problems are noted in Biden’s clean energy goals.

    Ep. 88 - Jenner the Winner

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2021 29:39


    Today is May 7, 2021. Caitlyn Jenner makes her pitch for Governor of California. Businesses struggle to find workers. And Trump gets banned from Twitter, again.

    Ep. 87 - Pelosi Pack-a-Punch

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2021 33:58


    Hoy es Cinco de Mayo, 2021. Coke pulls back from being so woke. Pelosi tries to tighten the tension in the GOP. And states get creative in the vaccine rollout.

    Ep. 86 - Part One: Communism

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2021 36:50


    Today is May 3, 2021. And today we will discuss the economic and social system of communism.

    Fist of Fury vs Fist of Legend

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2021 130:29


    Jesse sits down with Brandon @oldpangyau to discuss two martial arts films. This show is brought to you by ALL of our dear patrons and especially by; Producer level patrons Clayton Lechlitner, Jessica Gronsbell, Lou Wilkerson, and Seth Decker. It is also brought to you by Executive Producer level patron Erin Moriarty. Thank you all for the continued support! Contribute to the channel by donating at patreon.com/montressormediaWe do so many podcasts; The Film Rescue Show, Palette Cleanser, That Weird Ass Game, and Split the Difference, plus other videos, and special episodes on the patreon that you can't get anywhere else. For only $1 you can join the gang! Follow us on twitter!@Filmrescueshow@palatecleansed @sethxdecker - The Pitch Master General@OldPangYau - Team Host@hardcorebshot - Team Host@ErinMoriartyYT - Team Host@Devontheyarner - Team Host Discord Server https://discord.gg/xRcAyae

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    Ep. 85 - Ruuudddyy!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2021 32:47


    Today is April 30, 2021. The FBI raids Rudy Guiliani’s home in New York. Biden gives his first speech to congress. And Seattle feels the pain of less police.

    Ep. 84 - The Census and the Court

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2021 30:22


    Today is April 28, 2021. The new Census numbers come out and may lead to a lot of change. The Supreme Court takes on a landmark gun rights case. And the CDC says vaccinated people can shed the mask.

    Ep. 83 - Lebron Stirs the Pot

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2021 31:27


    Today is April 23, 2021. Lebron James causes a big stir after a questionable tweet. And politicians look to pass police reform following the Derek Chauvin conviction.

    Guestisode 6 - Will Bellamy

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2021 117:17


    Will Bellamy is a childhood friend that has an incredibly impactful story. In this episode, we talk through his journey and fight against drug addiction, grief, prison, and pushing through it all to make it to the other side. Listen through and learn from his experiences, as he offers an incredible perspective on some of the most difficult topics to talk about. You can find his blog at: https://chainedtochanged.com/ Instagram: @will.bellamy.95  

    Ep. 82 - Riot Free Florida

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2021 29:42


    Today is April 21, 2021. Florida signs an anti-riot bill into law. The Johnson & Johnson vaccine has officially been linked to blood clotting. And Derek Chauvin is found guilty on all counts.

    Ep. 81 - The Climates Are A-Changin'

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2021 27:46


    Today is April 19, 2021. The U.S. and China meet to discuss coordination on climate change. A Democrat congresswoman causes a stir at the protests for Daunte Wright. And an America First Caucus loses steam.

    Oldboy 03' vs 13'

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2021 84:31


    Today's lesson is on why American remakes need at least a little thought put into them, and less one-upsmanship. Spoilers - you should see the original and the original only. Paresh and Byron join as guest hosts. This show is brought to you by ALL of our dear patrons and especially by; Producer level patrons Jessica Gronsbell, Aaron Nowick, Lou Wilkerson and Seth Decker. It is also brought to you by Executive Producer level patron Erin Moriarty. Thank you all for the continued support! Contribute to the channel by donating at patreon.com/montressormediaWe do so many podcasts; The Film Rescue Show, Palette Cleanser, That Weird Ass Game, and Split the Difference, plus other videos, and special episodes on the patreon that you can't get anywhere else. For only $1 you can join the gang! Follow us on twitter!@Filmrescueshow@palatecleansed @sethxdecker - The Pitch Master General@OldPangYau - Team Host@hardcorebshot - Team Host@ErinMoriartyYT - Team Host@Devontheyarner - Team Host Discord Server https://discord.gg/xRcAyae

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    Ep. 80 - Reparations and Incantations

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2021 29:44


    Today is April 16, 2021. Democrats announce plans to pack the Supreme Court. A House panel votes to advance a bill on slavery reparations. And conservatives cry foul in the Derek Chauvin case.

    Ep. 79 - Outrage and Inflation

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2021 29:42


    Today is April 14, 2021. Protests erupt and an officer resigns after the fatal shooting of another black man in Minnesota. Biden is set to withdraw troops from Afghanistan by September 11th of this year. And inflation begins to tick up.

    Ep. 78 - A Mean Trump and a Tax Bump

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2021 34:01


    Today is April 12, 2021. Trump gets mean at a Republican donor event. New York state raises taxes even more to push progressive policy. And Prince Phillip, husband of Queen Elizabeth II, passes away at 99 years old.

    Ep. 77 - The Gun Control Debate

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2021 30:11


    Today is April 9, 2021. And today we discuss gun control in America.

    Ep. 76 - Not My Passport

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2021 31:26


    Today is April 7, 2021. Biden sets out to rewrite Title IX rules. The MLB moves its All-Star game out of Atlanta, igniting debate on both sides. And a “vaccine passport” causes concerns on the right.

    Guestisode 5 - Stinson Rogers

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2021 94:11


    In today's Guestisode we have on Stinson Rogers! Stinson is a veteran, is active in supporting his community, and has worked in a variety of different political settings. We talked through his current work in the healthcare field, the Black Lives Matter protests of 2020, and where we think the future political landscape may be headed.  You can find him on social media here: Instagram: @stinsonrogers Twitter: @stinsonrogers

    Death Race 2000 vs Death Race

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2021 75:16


    Jesse, Seth, and Byron discuss the violent and sexy satirical racing romp Death Race 2000, and contrast it against the violent and sexy (also maybe satirical?) racing action flick remake Death Race. This show is brought to you by ALL of our dear patrons and especially by; Producer level patrons Jessica Gronsbell, Aaron Nowick, Lou Wilkerson and Seth Decker. It is also brought to you by Executive Producer level patron Erin Moriarty. Thank you all for the continued support! Contribute to the channel by donating at patreon.com/montressormediaWe do so many podcasts; The Film Rescue Show, Palette Cleanser, That Weird Ass Game, and Split the Difference, plus other videos, and special episodes on the patreon that you can't get anywhere else. For only $1 you can join the gang! Follow us on twitter!@Filmrescueshow@palatecleansed @sethxdecker - The Pitch Master General@OldPangYau - Team Host@hardcorebshot - Team Host@ErinMoriartyYT - Team Host@Devontheyarner - Team Host Discord Server https://discord.gg/xRcAyae

    Ep. 75 - Biden's Green Thumb

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2021 29:54


    Today is April 2, 2021. The Derek Chauvin trial gets through its first week. And Biden announces a gigantic infrastructure bill.

    Ep. 74 - Pay to Play

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2021 30:26


    Today is March 31, 2021. Georgia passes new voting laws that cause an uproar on the left. The Supreme Court hears arguments against the NCAA. And nations across the globe question the origins of COVID.

    Ep. 73 - The Trials and the Wilds

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2021 31:00


    Today is March 29, 2021. The Derek Chauvin trial kicks off. Spring breakers in Miami continue to stay rowdy. And a ship is still stuck in the Suez canal.

    Ep. 72 - Virginia Kills the Death Penalty

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2021 35:34


    Today is March 26, 2021. Jobless claims hit a pandemic low. Virginia becomes the first southern state to abolish the death penalty. And Biden holds his first news conference.

    Ep. 71 - The Boulder Being Pushed Up the Hill

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2021 31:21


    Today is March 24, 2021. A shooting in a grocery store in Colorado kills 10 people. Biden begins work to get his infrastructure plan pushed through Congress. And U.S. officials call into question the AstraZeneca vaccine.

    Ep. 70 - The Student Loan Debt Crisis

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2021 34:00


    Today is March 22, 2021. And today we will do a deep dive into the student loan debt crisis in America.

    Night of the Living Dead 68' vs 90'

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2021 69:41


    Brandon returns as a special guest to chat with Jesse, Seth, and Erin about the Night of the Living Dead remake. Be sure to check out Erin's Palate Cleanser episode for our full review of the original classic.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/night-of-the-living-dead/id1517596110?i=1000487131627 This show is brought to you by ALL of our dear patrons and especially by; Producer level patrons Jessica Gronsbell, Aaron Nowick, Lou Wilkerson and Seth Decker. It is also brought to you by Executive Producer level patron Erin Moriarty. Thank you all for the continued support! Contribute to the channel by donating at patreon.com/montressormediaWe do so many podcasts; The Film Rescue Show, Palette Cleanser, That Weird Ass Game, and Split the Difference, plus other videos, and special episodes on the patreon that you can't get anywhere else. For only $1 you can join the gang! Follow us on twitter!@Filmrescueshow@palatecleansed @sethxdecker - The Pitch Master General@OldPangYau - Team Host@hardcorebshot - Team Host@ErinMoriartyYT - Team Host@Devontheyarner - Team Host Discord Server https://discord.gg/xRcAyae

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    Ep. 69 - Tragedy in Atlanta

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2021 32:05


    Today is March 19, 2021. A man kills 8 people in Atlanta spa boutiques. Democrats and Republicans alike urge Biden to take a tougher stance on China. And the Derek Chauvin trial hits speed bumps.

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