Viv and Nessa's Infinite Watchlist

It's time to swing a chandelier towards a podcast on the 2004 film version of Andrew Lloyd Webber's ‘The Phantom of the Opera'. Gerald Butler dons the iconic white mask to play the infamous character in the shadows of a Paris Opera House who adopts an obsession with the soprano singer Christine. We discuss the transition of such a famous stage show arriving on the big screen. Tune in….thats all we ask of you!

Good Friday it's time for an Easter special pod and appropriately we discuss the 1973 film version of the rock opera style musical, ‘Jesus Christ Superstar'. The Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice classic tells the story of Holy Week with an emphasis on both Judas and Mary Magdalene's relationship with Jesus. Settle down with a hot cross bun and tune in!

Roll up as it's time to, ‘Paint Your Wagon' as we discuss the 1969 Western Musical starring Clint Eastwood, Lee Marvin and Jean Seberg. Set in California during the Gold Rush this Lerner and Lowe musical tells the rise and fall of an isolated town. Brace yourself and come with us to follow a Wand'rin' Star

To celebrate Viv's Birthday she could pick a film to celebrate so she decided on the 1965 western comedy musical ‘Cat Ballou' starring Jane Fonda and Lee Marvin in an Oscar winning duel role. The story, narrated by Stubby Kaye and Nat King Cole, shows a woman who along with an inebriated gunman is determined to avenge the wrongs that have been done to her family. Tune in and join in the ballad!

To celebrate the week of St. Patrick's Day we have a special discussing the beautiful 2007 film ‘Once'. An Irish busker/hoover fixer meets a Czech Big Issue seller on the streets of Dublin and unite in their love for music. This low budget movie went on to win an Oscar and become a stage musical. Tune in and fall slowly with us

It's time for a new podcast in a place where nobody dares to go and they call it ‘Xanadu'. This episode we discuss the 1980 cult classic starring the divine Olivia Newton John and Gene Kelly in his last film role. The surreal film sees a Greek muse encourage a struggling artist to crate a roller disco! Tune in to see the neon lights shining for you and enjoy the ride!

Have you heard about the new podcast?!? It's about the 1956 Cole Porter musical ‘High Society' starring Grace Kelly, Bing Crosby, Frank Sinatra, Celeste Holm and Louis Armstrong. Based on the 1940 film ‘The Philadelphia Story' we follow the story of a jazz singer trying to win back the affections of his ex wife on the brink of her new marriage. Who wants to be a millionaire?!….tune in to find out!

It's time to head to New York City and join the community of Washington Heights in the 2021 film adaptation of the Lin Manuel Miranda musical ‘In The Heights'. We join store Usnavi, Anthony Ramos, as he tells a group of children the story of the neighbourhood and all the experiences of the people there. Exploring love, family, home and identity along with big dance numbers. Tune jn and let us….tell you something you don't know!

Bonjour Podders, this episode we head to Paris in 1900 via the 1958 musical film ‘Gigi'. Starring Leslie Caron and Maurice Chevalier we meet free spirited teenager Gigi who following family tradition is being groomed as a courtesan. Beautifully shot and decorated with Oscars this film is now a problematic watch. Tune in to hear our thoughts…..ah yes I remember them well!

Happy Valentine's Day….and love, love, love is in the air so for our special we discuss the 2007 Beatles inspired jukebox musical ‘Across The Universe'. Jude leaves Liverpool and finds love with Lucy when he comes to America with the backdrop of the psychedelic 60's and the Vietnam War. Including 34 Beatles songs and jam packed with cameos. Come together and tune in ❤️

This episode we discuss the 2005 musical version of Mel Brooks' 1967 film and later 2001 Broadway Musical ‘The Producers'. ,Starring Nathan Lane and Matthew Broderick as Max and Leo who cook up a scheme to make money through producing a flop show. Also starring Uma Thurman and Will Ferrell this film is full of outrageous moments! Tune in and get ready for Opening Night!

Just ahead of this weekend's Burn's Night we're putting on our kilts and getting out the bagpipes for special visit to ‘Brigadoon'. The 1954 MGM musical is directed by Vincente Minnelli and stars Gene Kelly and Cyd Charisse. Two American travellers get lost in Scotland and stumble upon this mystical village. Get your haggis out and tune in!

To celebrate the recent success at The Golden Globes we thought it was time for a special episode to discuss the 2024 Netflix film, "Emilia Pérez". This musical crime comedy follows a Mexican cartel leader who enlists a lawyer to help them disappear in order to transition to their true self. Taking the accolade of the 2nd most nominated film in Golden Globe's history, this film is a hot topic.....tune in to find out more!

This episode we are transported to some 1950's glamour as we discuss "There's No Business like Show Business" starring Ethel Merman, Danny Kaye and of course the one and only Marilyn Monroe. The story follows The Donahues, a travelling Vaudeville family through the ups and downs of their lives in a surprisingly emotional tale. Tune in and let's go on with the show!!!

Happy New Year! To bring it in we have a special discussing the 1942 Bing Crosby and Fred Astaire film ‘Holiday Inn'. The film journeys through the holidays of the year to a soundtrack of Irving Berlin songs, introducing the world to the classic ‘White Christmas'. Sadly the film has not aged well with controversial scenes. Tune in as we plan the calendar for the year ahead!

Merry Christmas … ‘tis the season to be jolly and joyous…. fa la la! So for our special we discuss the much loved festive favourite ‘The Muppet Christmas Carol' from 1992. Michael Caine joins Kermit, Miss. Piggy and all the Muppets as he plays Scrooge in this interpretation of the Dickensian novella. Tune in and remember that ‘Wherever you find love it feels like Christmas'

Five hundred twenty five thousand six hundred minutes…well the length of a podcast anyway! This episode we discuss the 2005 film adaptation of Jonathan Larson's 1996 Broadway smash hit ‘Rent'. Apt for this time of year, the action takes place on Christmas Eve 1989 as we meet a group of struggling young artists in New York living a bohemian lifestyle under the shadow of HIV/Aids. Tune in and take us for what we are!

I hope you're happy … we just had to do a special about the most popular musical of the moment, ‘Wicked'. The massive smash hit is the 2024 film adaptation of the 2003 Stephen Schwartz stage musical. Starring Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba and Ariana Grande as Glinda, we discover the back stories of the witches from ‘The Wizard of Oz'. Tune in as we Defy Gravity on our unlimited podcast!

This episode we watch the 2021 Netflix biographical musical ‘Tick Tick Boom' starting Andrew Garfield. Based on the stage musical of the same name, the semi autobiographical story tells of playwright, lyricist and songwriter Jonathan Larsen's life and lead up to creating the legendary ‘Rent'. Tune in and enjoy the feast of Broadway appearances along the way!

Just as the new series of The Apprentice begins we discuss the 1967 musical comedy “How to Succeed in Business without really Trying” starring Robert Morse and Michele Lee. The young ambitious J. Pierrepont Finch follows his guidebook to find himself progressing from window cleaner to chairman of the board. Tune in and make sure you do things the Company Way!

It's time to tap into another podcast as we delve into the 1953 musical comedy “The Bang Wagon” starring dance royalty Fred Astaire and Cyd Charisse. A former film star tries to revive his career by starring in a new Broadway show written by his friends…. That's Entertainment! Shine your shoes and tune in!

Young Man are you listening to me?!? It's time for the Thanksgiving special and this time we decided to go with a Turkey that's a whole lot of glittery fun as we discuss the 1980 Village People musical, “Can't stop the Music”. What better Turkey than the winner of the first ever Golden Raspberry winner! Tune in and get ready to the YMCA!

This episode we transport you to Rome as we discuss the 2009 film version of the Broadway musical ‘Nine'. Daniel Day Lewis plays film director Guido Contini, who is struggling to produce another smash hit film whilst looking back over the relationships with the women in his life. A very star studded lineup including Nicole Kidman, Penelope Cruz, Sophia Loren and Judi Dench. Tune in and remember to Be Italian!

We've reached No. 90 on our list and it comes with a visit to Kansas via East Berlin as we watch the 2001 punk rock musical comedy ‘Hedwig and the Angry Inch'. The film was written, directed and stars John Cameron Mitchell who had previously played the role on stage. The story follows a rock musician chasing after an ex lover who plagiarised her songs. Full of beautiful music and storytelling join us as we journey through Hedwig's journey in this cult classic!

It's Halloween so we'll celebrate with a pie and a shave as we attend the tale of Sweeney Todd! This spooky special we discuss the 2007 movie musical adaptation of “Sweeney Todd : The Demon Barber of Fleet Street”. Our first dip into Sondheim we watch this take on his 1979 musical about the 19th century fictional character. Tim Burton directed a star studded cast including Johnny Depp, Helena Bonham Carter and Alan Rickman. Tune in and find out how “Time is hard”!!!

It's time to find a Cool Rider as we discuss the standalone sequel ‘Grease 2' starring Michelle Pfeiffer and Maxwell Caulfield. Released in 1982 we return to the famous Rydell High with its T Birds and Pink Ladies. Despite missing the main stars of the original film there are lots of cameo returners and a new batch of catchy songs. Join us if you're a Girl for all Seasons! 

It's time for an ‘Impossible Dream' as we watch the 1972 film adaptation of ‘Man of La Mancha', starring Peter O'Toole, Sophia Lorena and James Coco. Inspired by Miguel de Cervantes and his 17th century novel ‘Don Quixote', we get a play within a play. Whilst awaiting a hearing with the Spanish Inquisition Cervantes and the fellow prisoners perform and we enter the world of their imagination. Buckle up and tune in! 

'Show a little more, show a little less'….. welcome to this week's episode about the 2010 musical ‘Burlesque'. Starring Cher as Tess the owner of an LA club that Ali, played by Christina Aguleria, travels to hoping to find a career as a dancer. Also starring Stanley Tucci, Alan Cumming and Kristen Bell, the film is full of show tunes and dance numbers. Pull up a chair and join us!

This episode we've got ‘Steam Heat' as we discuss the 1957 musical ‘The Pajama Game' with the first appearance on the list of the iconic Doris Day. Based on the novel ‘7½ Cents', the story revolve around work disputes and romance. Filled with classic songs and Bob Fosse numbers, join us for a visit to ‘Hernando's Hideaway'……. Ole! Steam heat...

This episode we discuss the 2021 film version of the Tony Award winning stage musical ‘Dear Evan Hansen'. This coming of age drama follows socially anxious Evan who, “invents an important role for himself in a tragedy that he did not earn" Starring Julianne Moore, Amy Adams and Ben Platt reprising his stage role. Join us as we wave through a window!

Papa can you hear me?!? This episode we discuss the 1983 masterpiece ‘Yentl' starring, directed, co written and co produced by Barbra Streisand. Set in Eastern Europe, 1904, the story tells of a young Jewish woman who disguises herself as a man in order to receive an education.  Tune in and watch us fly!

Well bless your beautiful hide it's time for another podcast..... this episode we discuss the 1954 musical classic, "Seven Brides for Seven Brothers" on it's 70th Anniversary year. Set in 1850 the action takes place in The Oregon Territory as we see backwoodsman Adam Pontipee (Howard Keel) on the lookout for a wife for him...and his six brothers. With choreography by Michael Kidd the Academy Award winning film is a mixture of wonderful song and dance numbers along with a questionable plot! Sit down with your polecat and tune in!

Everybody's talking about our next podcast as we discuss the 2021 film adaptation of the 2017 stage musical, “Everybody's Talking About Jamie”. Based on a BBC Documentary the story tells the story of budding 16 year old Drag Queen Jaime New who wants to wear a dress to his school Prom and the opposition he meets. Starring Max Harwood, Sarah Lancashire and Richard E Grant, the film is full of fabulous songs. Put on some lipstick and your best heels to tune in!

It's time for a trip to the flapper era of the 1920's via the 1967 musical "Thoroughly Modern Millie". This brings the first appearance in our list of musical icon Dame Julie Andrews as she plays the naïve Millie Dillmount who has arrived in New York with the goal of marrying a wealthy businessman. The film also stars Mary Tyler Moore, James Fox and the iconic Carol Channing with an Oscar winning score by Elmer Bernstein. To say this film has not dated well is an understatement.....despite the name there is nothing modern about it. Tune in and join us for a very interesting discussion......and.........RASPBERRIES!!!

This could be the start of something new!!! We kick off our new podcast project Wild Cat style with the 2006 Disney phenomenon "High School Musical". Starring Zac Efron and Vanessa Hudgens as burgeoning lovers Troy Bolton and Gabriella Montez. Along with the other students of East High in New Mexico, we see what happens when you break free and not stick to the status quo! Tune in as we Bop to the Top of the list!!!

Oh you want another oneeeee!!! A cheeky bonus film to finish our Horror Podcast as we discuss the 1993 animated musical "The Nightmare Before Christmas". It may be July but we're watching the Tim Burton classic that's considered both a Halloween and Christmas movie. The King of Halloween, Jack Skellington stumbles upon Christmas Town and schemes to take over the holiday. Tune in for an early seasonal treat and wait for the end to discover........ .......the announcement for our NEW PODCAST PROJECT!!!!!!! Oogie Boogie forever

It's time for some highlights!!! We made it and what a journey it's been! At the start it seemed so unlikely that we'd manage all 100 films (Plus our specials) but we did. Join us as we look back at the ups and downs, the vampires and zombies, the laughs and the screams. From Gremlins through to The Exorcist.....what an adventure it's been!

WE'VE MADE IT!!!! It's time for No.1...top of the Horror list and it's a big one as we discuss the 1973 supernatural horror classic "The Exorcist". Based on the 1971 William Peter Blatty novel we see the story of a young girl being possessed by a demonic possession and her mother's attempt to save her through an exorcism by two Catholic priests. Grab your popcorn and a cushion to hide behind as we finally reach the top of our Horror Watchlist!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! "You're gonna die up there"

We thought We reached the top but not quite! We realised that we'd nearly finished the list without including horror juggernaut ‘It', the 2017 adaptation of the Stephen King classic. Through Bill Skaragard we are introduced to the terrifying drain dwelling clown Pennywise who is terrorising seven outcast children (The Losers Club) in Derry, Maine. Grab a balloon, tune in and remember we ‘We all float down here'

We've reached No.2 in our list and Heeeeeeere's Johnny! We discuss the 1980 Stanley Kubrick adaptation of the Stephen King novel, "The Shining" starring Jack Nicholson and Shelley Duvall. Writer Jack Torrance takes on a role as off season caretaker for The Outlook Hotel. As Jack's sanity deteriorates his son Danny's psychic abilities tells us that there's a lot more to the hotel than meets the eye. Tune in for this horror classic and heed the warning...REDRUM REDRUM!!!

We've reached No. 3 and it's time to brace yourself as it's the infamous 1974 horror "The Texas Chainsaw Massacre" The story follows a group of young friends visiting an old homestead but the journey comes a cropper when they foolishly pick up a hitchhiker. In the first of what was to become a big franchise we meet horror staple Leatherface. Just when we thought we were out of the woods....this film comes along!!!

It's time to take a shower as we reach No. 4 in our list with the 1960 black and white Hitchcock classic "Psycho". Starring Janet Leigh and Anthony Perkins in iconic roles we see on the run embezzler Marion as she encounters shy motel proprietor Norman Bates. Tune in and remember that a boy's best friend is his mother!

We've reached No. 5 in our list and the second time we have a sequel in our list. This episode we are back out in space as we discuss the science fiction action "Aliens" from 1986. Legendary Sigourney Weaver is back as Ellen Ripley who is the sole survivor of the previous alien attack and has now been persuaded to voyage out again. Tune in to find out how they mostly come at night...mostly!

We've reached No.6 and we're heading to out to space for the 1979 sci-fi horror classic "Alien". The film follows the crew of commercial space tag, "Nostromo" who find themselves up against an aggressive extra-terrestrial loose within their vessel. The film created the iconic film character Ellen Ripley played by the legendary Sigourney Weaver. Join us and remember that..... in space no one can hear you scream!!!

We've reached No.7 on our list which finds us watching Mr. Kurt Russell in the 1982 sci-fi horror "The Thing". Directed by John Carpenter the action takes place in Antarctica as a group of researchers encounter an extra terrestrial life form "The Thing" that assimilate and imitates other organisms. Paranoia and conflict take over the group as they realise they can't trust anyone! Tune in this episode to find our who "Does the thing!!!"

This episode we travel back to 1968 to discuss the Roman Polanski psychological horror "Rosemary's Baby" starring Mia Farrow and Ruth Gordon. Newlywed Rosemary has moved to Manhattan and become pregnant, things seem to be going well until she meets the over enthusiastic neighbours. Brace yourself for this classic and remember..."I can't hear you, you're in Dubrovnik!"

Spooky Season arrives early this year as we reach No. 9 in our list for the 1978 slasher film classic "Halloween", directed by John Carpenter and starring the iconic Jamie Lee Curtis in her debut film. The film brings us to Halloween night in Haddonfield, Illinois as convicted murderer Mike Myers goes on the loose. This was the start of what a became a big franchise of 13 films. So grab your pumpkin and tune in!

We're entering the Top 10 Baby and it starts with the 1976 horror classic “Carrie”. Adapted from the Stephen King classic the film starts Sissy Spacek, Piper Laurie and John Travolta. Teenager Carrie White is bullied at school and controlled at home by a controlling mother, this is when her telekinetic powers start to take force. Join as we attend the Prom and of course we had to be joined by our extra special guest for her namesake film!

Dun Dun…Dun Dun…….. the theme music alone tells you that this episode we discuss the 1975 Spielberg Blockbuster, ‘Jaws'. This classic thriller sees the mayhem surrounding shark attacks in New England's Amity Island. Join us as we swim towards our Top 10 and realise that we're going to need a bigger boat!

The ‘Ghouls' are out this episode as we talk about the 1968 independent horror “Night of the Living Dead”. Credited with popularising the modern zombie film the story finds us in rural Pennsylvania as several people are trapped in a farmhouse as a swarm of reanimated encases them. Join as we will Barbara to get away!

This episode we delve into the 1981 supernatural Horror “The Evil Dead” We follow 5 college students on their vacation in a remote wooded area (Never a good idea!) An audio tape releases unwanted demons and spirits. Join us as we try to survive along with our protagonist Ash Williams!