Podcasts about The Bourne Identity

This week, we go from the high ground to high school hoops.In this special episode, we're celebrating the 20th anniversary of Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith by diving deep into Anakin's fall, Palpatine's rise, and why this prequel has aged better than many expected. Then we take a sharp turn into 80s nostalgia with a look back at Michael J. Fox's furry coming-of-age comedy, Teen Wolf (1985) — because what better double feature than galactic tragedy and werewolf basketball?02:17 - Nostalgia and Film Pairing Choices 03:49 - Current Watches: Buffy and Beyond 10:51 - Exploring the Bourne Identity 18:58 - Diving into New Releases and Anime 23:12 - Revisiting Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith 24:25 - Revisiting Revenge of the Sith 27:03 - The Evolution of Star Wars Opinions 34:14 - The Impact of the Sequel Trilogy 42:03 - Character Development and Relationships 55:36 - Missed Opportunities in Storytelling 58:01 - The Consequences of Choices 01:01:07 - The Tragic Love Story 01:03:23 - The Climactic Duel 01:07:31 - Nostalgia and Subjectivity in Film 01:12:56 - The Legacy of the Prequels 01:22:41 - Nostalgia and First Impressions of Teen Wolf 01:26:14 - The Impact of Music and Pop Culture 01:28:48 - Revisiting Childhood Favorites 01:32:17 - The Influence of Sci-Fi and Coming-of-Age Films 01:36:34 - Character Dynamics and Themes in Teen Wolf 01:40:49 - Comic Influence and Crossover Ideas As always we answer listeners questions!Search Moviesinapodshell all one word to find us on all of your podcasting services!https://twitter.com/inapodshellThe Instagram- @MoviesinapodshellJon's Instagram- @jcb.videoYoutube - https://www.youtube.com/@MoviesinaPODshell/videosOur merch shop is now OPEN! You can buy a t-shirt from the link below.https://moviesinapodshell.sumupstore.com/

Matt Damon stars in "The Bourne Identity," a spy thriller that asks: What if your midlife crisis involved accidentally being a government-trained assassin instead of buying a sports car? Join us as we unpack how Jason Bourne turns amnesia into an extreme sport, complete with epic fight scenes, a Mini Cooper chase that defies physics, and more identity crises than a therapist's convention. We dive deep into the film that transformed Matt Damon from Good Will Hunting to global badass, proving that sometimes forgetting who you are is the best career move you'll ever make. •0:00:00 - Introductions •0:04:00 - Memories of first viewing •0:07:00  - Pertinent movie details  •0:11:00- Critical and fan reviews •0:24:00 - Scene by scene breakdown  •1:42:00 - Modern day ratings —————————————————————— SPONSORS- **TushBaby-  Go to http://Tushbaby.com and start customizing your own carrier. Make sure to use code CONFUSED for 35% off your first order before May 12th. ****NordVPN-  Grab your EXCLUSIVE eal by going to http://nordvpn.com/breakfast to get a Huge Discount off your NordVPN Plan + 4 additional months on top! It's completely risk-free with Nord's 30-day money-back guarantee! ****ASPCA-  To learn more about Pet Health Insurance, visit http://aspcapetinsurance.com/breakfast  ————————————————— **Support us at http://patreon.com/confusedbreakfast for bonus weekly episodes, voting on upcoming movies, giving your modern-day ratings on our movies and much more. **Mail us something   The Confused Breakfast PO Box 10016 Cedar Rapids, IA 52402-9802 Special thanks to our executive producers- Josh Miller, Starling, Michael Guiliano and NicMad. Welcome to our newest members -  Ryan Metcalfe, Michael Hogan, Katie Draper, Kyle Lasley, Eric Brock, Paul Avila, Joshua Gaines, Abbie, Nicolas Miller, Adam Retz, Craig Cyrill, Cassandra Leigh Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tonight, we goof about THE BOURNE IDENTITY (2002) w/ Modelo Especial By Grupo Modelo!Subscribe & Follow Us For More!"A man, salvaged, near death, from the ocean by an Italian fishing boat. When he recuperates, the man suffers from total amnesia, without identity or background, except for a range of extraordinary talents in fighting, linguistic skills and self-defense that speak of a dangerous past. He sets out on a desperate search-assisted by the initially rebellious Marie, to discover who he really is, and why he's being lethally pursued by assassins."Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/beardsandbrewscast/Threads - https://www.threads.net/@beardsandbrewscastFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/BeardsAndBrewsCast/All Audio Outlets - https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/beardsandbrewsMusic provided by FREESOUND MUSIC by Giorgio Di Campo.1 Hour Bossa Nova Mix - https://youtu.be/BdGqWPkBehg

Oh my goodness it's Jason Bourne. That's right we're taking a look at all of the movies in the Jason Bourne-universe. Beginning with the Doug Liman directed Matt Damon starring action-espionage thriller The Bourne Identity. Set against a European backgrop and also featuring the likes of Franka Potente, Julia Stiles, Brian Cox, Clive Owen and Chris Cooper the story follows a man whom after beig dredged out of the ocean with no memory must follow a series of clues to discover the truth behind his past. And it turns out he's an assassin or whatever. Thanks for watching our Caravan Of Garbage reviewSUBSCRIBE HERE ►► http://goo.gl/pQ39jNHelp support the show and get early episodes ► https://bigsandwich.co/Patreon ► https://patreon.com/mrsundaymoviesJames' Twitter ► http://twitter.coQm/mrsundaymoviesMaso's Twitter ► http://twitter.com/wikipediabrownPatreon ► https://patreon.com/mrsundaymoviesT-Shirts/Merch ► https://www.teepublic.com/stores/mr-sunday-movies The Weekly Planet iTunes ► https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-weekly-planet/id718158767?mt=2&ign-mpt=uo%3D4 The Weekly Planet Direct Download ► https://play.acast.com/s/theweeklyplanetAmazon Affiliate Link ► https://amzn.to/2nc12P4 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to Born to Watch, where this week the team tackles the endlessly rewatchable, criminally underappreciated Edge of Tomorrow (2014). Strap in as Whitey, Damo, and Dan on the Land gear up for a sci-fi action loop fest featuring Tom Cruise in one of his most against-type roles, Emily Blunt as a full-metal badass, and a time-travel plot that actually sticks the landing. Enjoy our Edge of Tomorrow (2014) Review!The boys jump right into the paradox-riddled battlefield, first marveling at how this epic blockbuster somehow bombed in the US, despite being everything a great action movie should be. They blame lousy marketing, title confusion (was it Live Die Repeat?), and the fact that in 2014, Cruise was still on Hollywood's naughty step thanks to Oprah's couch.But now? It's cult-classic gold.Whitey kicks off by calling out just how rare it is to see Cruise playing the weasel, Major Cage is an ad man thrown into combat, clueless and terrified. For Dan, this fish-out-of-water arc makes the movie shine, watching Cruise go from smug coward to unstoppable warrior. Damo agrees, even calling Edge of Tomorrow his number one Cruise performance, yep, he goes there.Emily Blunt earns unanimous praise as Rita Vrataski, the “Angel of Verdun” and all-around exosuit-slaying legend. She's fierce, stoic, and fit as hell, basically the action heroine we didn't know we needed in 2014. Her iconic push-up entrance gets a lot of airtime (and a few longing sighs), and the team agrees she holds her own, and then some, against Cruise.And what would a Born to Watch ep be without the usual blend of insight and irreverence? We get tangents on everything from duck anatomy (cloacas, anyone?) to Bill Paxton's legendary status as the only man killed by a Terminator, a Predator, and an Alien. The Paxton love is real.The pod dives into director Doug Liman's sharp visuals and crisp pacing, and shout out screenwriter Christopher McQuarrie, who somehow turns a convoluted time loop premise into a tight, clever, and emotional thrill ride. Liman's resume (Bourne Identity, Mr. & Mrs. Smith) gets the props it deserves, and there's a great sidebar on the upcoming Road House remake, complete with hot takes on Jake Gyllenhaal.As always, the “Hit, Sleeper, Dud” segment delivers, with Gone Girl getting the nod as a masterful hit, Kevin Costner's 3 Days to Kill as a solid sleeper, and Lucy (sorry, ScarJo) landing squarely in dud territory. Bonus points for Damo's vivid breakdown of Ben Affleck's infamous side-dick scene.The episode also features a glorious Cruise countdown. Each host reveals their top five Tom Cruise films, expect Jerry Maguire, Collateral, Top Gun: Maverick, and of course, Edge of Tomorrow, to make appearances. Damo even throws in Tropic Thunder, because who can forget Les Grossman?Then there's the philosophical stuff: How long was Cage actually in the time loop? (Answer: a hell of a long time). Was blackmailing the general really the best plan? (Debatable). And what's the real ending? (Whitey thinks it's Cruise's “now you're gonna bone me” smile).Oh, and voicemails are back! Listeners call in to rant about The Bodyguard, praise the pod's Whitney Houston renditions, and drop the occasional F-bomb. Classic Born to Watch fan energy.Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts!Join the conversation:Is Edge of Tomorrow Cruise's most underrated film? Would you waste 300 time loops trying to get with Emily Blunt? Did this movie deserve to flop—or is it a misunderstood masterpiece?Drop us a voicemail at BornToWatch.com.au and be part of the show!#BornToWatch #EdgeOfTomorrow #TomCruise #EmilyBlunt #MoviePodcast #SciFiMovies #DougLiman #TimeLoopMovies #LiveDieRepeat #FilmDiscussion #UnderratedGems #CinephileApproved

Modern Spies month continues as we go from Ethan Hunt to Jason Bourne. The Bourne Identity was credited with shifting the aesthetics of spy films for the 21st century, not only moving away from gadgets and one-liners but utilizing handheld cinematography and fast editing in its hand-to-hand fight sequences. Christian and Scott will consider whether these innovations still play well over 20 years later. Plus, some thoughts on the box office success of A Minecraft Movie & the state of movies in 2025 so far. How do you feel about the Bourne franchise? Let us know at cinemaontappodcast@gmail.com

This week on Dish, Nick and Angela are joined by a powerhouse couple. Brian Cox is a renowned Scottish actor whose career spans more than six decades. Born in Dundee, he was classically trained before becoming a key figure in British theatre. Brian Cox made history as the first actor to portray Dr Hannibal Lecter on screen in Michael Mann's Manhunter in 1986. He went on to star in highly acclaimed films including Braveheart and The Bourne Identity.  On television, Brian Cox is now a cultural icon, thanks to his award-winning portrayal of media titan Logan Roy in Succession. Brian married his wife Nicole in 2002, and they have two sons. Nicole Ansari-Cox is an actor, director and producer. Born in Cologne, she began acting at the age of nine with a breakthrough role in the German crime series Tatort. Her career includes roles in TV shows such as Deadwood and Succession. Nicole frequently shares the stage with her husband, including their current performance in The Score at Theatre Royal Haymarket. Nick prepares the couple's favourite cocktail, a frozen margarita, to start while Angela prepares roast trout with soy, orange and chilli, based on a sweet and spicy salmon recipe from Waitrose. The experts at Waitrose pair this with an English white wine, Chapel Down Bacchus. This episode is one of those great Dish double dates. Brian and Nicole talk about their new play and its parallels with modern life. They share some hilarious insights into their marriage and Brian's eating habits, and treat us to some amazing anecdotes from the set of Succession. You can now watch full episodes of Dish on YouTube  All recipes from this podcast can be found at waitrose.com/dishrecipes A transcript for this episode can be found at waitrose.com/dish We can't all have a Michelin star chef in the kitchen, but you can ask Angela for help.  Send your dilemmas to dish@waitrose.co.uk and she'll try to answer them in a future episode.   Dish from Waitrose is made by Cold Glass Productions

Episode 47 - Classic Recommendation: Swingers (1996)Can we tell you something? “You are so money and you don't even know it!”Let us take you back to 1996, when Jon Favreau (Chef, The Mandalorian, Iron Man), Vince Vaughn (Wedding Crashers, The Lost World), and Doug Liman (Edge of Tomorrow, Mr. & Mrs. Smith, The Bourne Identity) arrived on the film scene with this gem of a movie.This one has something for everyone to love — from Vince Vaughn's magnetic energy to Jon Favreau's pitch-perfect comedy as he navigates the real sadness of getting over a breakup. We meet a group of friends (who could easily be you and your own buddies) just trying to make it in Los Angeles. This classic flick delivers the perfect mix of laughs and sincerity — and it's way ahead of its time in how self-aware it is.Swingers helped catapult its creators into the spotlight and brought new attention to indie filmmaking. Favreau wrote the sharp and heartfelt script (his screenwriting debut!). There's even a moment when the filmmakers ask Steven Spielberg for permission to use the Jaws theme — not only did he say yes, he loved the movie so much he cast Vaughn in The Lost World.With a runtime of just over 90 minutes, this movie keeps a smile on your face the whole way through. It's also technically impressive — shot in just 18 days! Look out for excellent supporting turns from rising stars Heather Graham and Ron Livingston (who delivers several truly memorable and relatable scenes). Swingers was both a critical and commercial success, pulling in $4.6 million at the global box office on a $250,000 budget. It's a reminder of a time when indie films had a strong allure. We debate whether that time has passed for good, or if word-of-mouth can still help indie films and fresh talent break through.There's no doubt you'll be laughing, reminiscing about time with your own friends, and just enjoying the ride of this goofy, heartfelt indie. Swingers is currently streaming on Paramount+ and Hoopla, and is also available to rent or buy on all major platforms.Enjoy the movie, hit up the comments with your thoughts, and as always, thanks for listening! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit sohrabsmovieq.substack.com

pWotD Episode 2889: Richard Chamberlain Welcome to Popular Wiki of the Day, spotlighting Wikipedia's most visited pages, giving you a peek into what the world is curious about today.With 591,104 views on Sunday, 30 March 2025 our article of the day is Richard Chamberlain.George Richard Chamberlain (March 31, 1934 – March 29, 2025) was an American actor and singer who became a teen idol in the title role of the television show Dr. Kildare (1961–1966). He subsequently earned the title "King of the Mini-Series" for his work in several TV miniseries such as Centennial (1978), Shōgun (1980), and The Thorn Birds (1983). Chamberlain also performed classical stage roles and worked in musical theatre.Chamberlain played the role of Aramis in the film trilogy The Three Musketeers (1973), The Four Musketeers (1974), and The Return of the Musketeers (1989); portrayed Allan Quatermain in both King Solomon's Mines (1985) and Lost City of Gold (1986); and was the first to play Jason Bourne in the 1988 television film The Bourne Identity.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 07:57 UTC on Monday, 31 March 2025.For the full current version of the article, see Richard Chamberlain on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm generative Stephen.

John welcomes back Christina Hodson (The Flash, Bumblebee) to ask, how do you to construct a great action sequence? Using examples from three different movies, they discuss what good action looks like on the page, how to keep your reader from getting bored or confused, and why production can sometimes blow your plans to smithereens. Then it's a round of How Would This be a Movie?, where we take four stories from the news and pitch how we might adapt them for the screen. Stories include a mysterious painting, a train trapped in a blizzard, a teen who sued his parents, and zombie colleges. We also follow up on director's chairs and mammograms, and answer listener questions on side characters and creating a healthy work/life balance. In our bonus segment for premium members, John and Christina examine the do's and don'ts of introducing yourself to a stranger through email. Links: Christina Hodson That New York Times article with John and Christina Bamboo Director's Chair Birdigo on Steam Action samples: Aliens, The Bourne Identity and Rise of the Planet of the Apes David Koepp's Jurassic Park screenplay David Benioff's Troy screenplay A Man of Parts and Learning by Fara Dabhoiwala When a Deadly Winter Storm Trapped a Luxury Passenger Train Near the Donner Pass for Three Days by Robert Klara A U.K. Teen's Parents Sent Him to Ghana. He Took Them to Court. by Lynsey Chutel Zombie colleges? These universities are living another life online, and no one can say why by Chris Quintana Mike Birbiglia The Onion in print Padraic Murphy's Research Department Get a Scriptnotes T-shirt! Check out the Inneresting Newsletter Gift a Scriptnotes Subscription or treat yourself to a premium subscription! Craig Mazin on Threads and Instagram John August on Bluesky, Threads, and Instagram Outro by Vance Kotrla (send us yours!) Scriptnotes is produced by Drew Marquardt and edited by Matthew Chilelli. Email us at ask@johnaugust.com You can download the episode here.

This week we get more than a little nitpicky about red bags and punching sound effects after watching 2002's The Bourne Identity. Follow Us! Discord: https://discord.gg/8Xx4yakz26 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebigroompod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thebigroompod/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebigroompod/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thebigroompod.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.net/@thebigroompod  

We are back with a brand new series which is all about celebrating LOVE in all forms so consider this episode a gift from me to you as we are joined by everyone's favourite, Leo Woodall.  You will have seen Leo as the Essex bad boy who was caught by Jennifer Coolidge in a very compromising position with his ‘Uncle' in ‘The White Lotus' and breaking our hearts in ‘One Day' along with one our favourite ever Reign guests, Ambika Mod.  Now he's playing the world's greatest genius, Ed in Apple TV's show ‘Prime Target' - it's very ‘Good Will Hunting' meets ‘Bourne Identity' - and even ‘Bridget Jones' is now mad about the boy as Leo plays Bridget's new love interest. If you haven't seen the new Bridget movie yet make sure you take an entire pack of tissues, I cried the entire way through it.  If you loved Leo already, prepare to love him even more after this episode as we get deep! We talk about going to therapy, learning to embrace yourself, what it takes to be a (non-toxic) leading man and why giving kindness to others is the best manifestation of self love.  Plus we chat about navigating intimacy scenes and for the first time ever on this podcast I attempt lad banter. There really is something for everyone in this episode, see I told you it was a gift! If you love listening to Leo or just need an emotional support group to talk about the new ‘Bridget Jones' movie get in touch and let me know what you think - you can get me at @joshsmithhosts across socials. Love, Josh x P.S. I am so happy that today's episode is brought to you with the support of Pandora. Both Pandora and Reign are all about celebrating love in all its forms - be that romantic love, love for our friends and family or the practice of self love. This episode, like every episode of Reign, hopes to give you a loving dose of positivity, and to serve as a reminder that love - whether we give it, receive it or feel it has the power to uplift and heal. That's why we're empowering you to BE LOVE through these conversations - get out there and feel love, embody love and pass it on because you never know how much it could change your life or someone else's. Head to pandora.net to discover the latest jewellery collections and more. P.P.S. If all this self-love chat has left you wanting to improve your relationships and build new ones check out my self help book, ‘Great Chat: Seven Lessons for Better Conversation, Deeper Connections and Improved Wellbeing' which is out now! The book gives you so much advice on how to have incredible conversations with everyone, and how you can turn everyday conversations into a self development practice so you can improve your relationships and mental health in the process. You can get your copy here https://geni.us/GreatChat and I really hope you love it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Good Trump Bad Trump lives again! Segment 1: Gene Hackman Tribute* Context: Discussion sparked by the suspicious death of a 95-year-old man in Arizona (initially unclear if it's Hackman, later clarified as a tribute to his legacy).* Key Points:* Hackman's death at 95 is seen as a full life; hosts reflect on his cinematic impact.* Favorites: Hoosiers (Strong One's top pick for its underdog story), The Quick and the Dead (best villain role), Superman (best Lex Luthor), The Replacements, Young Frankenstein, The Firm, Royal Tenenbaums, Crimson Tide, Get Shorty.* Praise for Hackman as "the last true American tough guy" pre-"woke bull crap" (last credit 2004).* Memorable Quote: "Death, taxes, and whatever Gene Hackman's in is a good movie."Segment 2: Government Critique and DOGE* DOGE Revelations:* Hosts laud DOGE (Department of Government Efficiency) for exposing wasteful spending (e.g., $300 screws, $25K toilet seats).* Obama allegedly receives $2.6M annually from "Obamacare" royalties—hosts question its legitimacy.* Conspiracy Nod: References to Independence Day and Bourne Identity as examples of government corruption hiding in plain sight.* Critique: DOGE exposes financial waste but lacks power to stop it; hosts demand action over mere exposure.Segment 3: Epstein Files Disappointment* Update: "Part 1" of Epstein files released, but it's a "nothing burger"—same old phone records and flight logs, no new names.* Frustration: Hosts criticize Attorney General Pam Bondi for not acting despite having the files, suspect a cover-up by intelligence agencies (CIA, FBI, Mossad).* Hope: Speculation that "Part 2" might reveal more, but skepticism prevails based on historical inaction.* Bad Trump Moment: Trump's failure to push harder on this issue disappoints the hosts.Segment 4: Ukraine and American Empire* News: Trump negotiates $500B in Ukrainian mineral rights (uranium, titanium, coal, oil) in exchange for U.S. bases to secure the border against Russia.* Critique: Hosts decry it as empire-building, no different from Biden/Obama policies—contradicts "no boots on the ground" promises.* Irony: Both liberals (pro-war) and Republicans (pro-minerals) get what they want, exposing a unified agenda.Segment 5: Policy Updates* Tax Cuts: House passes $2T tax cut, $4.5T in breaks—no taxes on tips, overtime, or Social Security payments.* Immigration: Trump's "Golden Ticket"—$5M buys citizenship, bypassing legal struggles (hosts wary of corruption risks).* Maine Governor: Janet Mills defies Trump's ban on men in women's sports; Trump threatens to pull federal funding and college accreditation.* Ohio Governor Race: Vivek Ramaswamy emerges as a candidate, endorsed by J.D. Vance.* Florida Governor Race: Casey DeSantis runs, sparking dynasty talk with Ron DeSantis.Segment 6: Cultural Reflections* Kathleen Kennedy Retirement: Set for end of 2025—hosts cheer but lament she's not fired in disgrace for ruining Star Wars, Willow, and Indiana Jones.* Comedy as Reality: Past satire (Life of Brian, SNL's Pat) mirrors today's gender debates—hosts call it a mental illness, not reality.* Language Debate: Hosts discuss curse words' cultural weight vs. biblical purity, landing on personal conviction over strict rules.Final Thoughts* Strong One: Honor parents by avoiding their mistakes; only Jesus breaks generational curses.* Philosopher King: Navigating cultural lines (e.g., language) is complex—trust the Holy Spirit's conviction.* Dusty: Comedy of the past (e.g., Life of Brian, Pat) is today's absurd reality—trans issues are a mental health crisis, not a civil right.Closing* Verse: Zechariah 8:16—"Speak ye every man the truth to his neighbor; execute the judgment of truth and peace in your gates."* Prayer: Call for truth, vigilance, and drawing closer to Jesus.* Sign-Off: "You've been listening to the Kingsplaining Podcast… where the people are free, the taxes are voluntary, and your two kings serve the King of Kings, Christ Jesus."Where to Find Us* Website: Kingsplaining.com* Platforms: Anywhere you get podcasts* Call to Action: Like, share, subscribe, review on Apple Podcasts. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kingsplaining.substack.com/subscribe

This week, fresh off of hanging out in person in Vancouver over the weekend, your intrepid hosts are taming the shrew in a modern high school setting to undeniably classic results as we close out Feb2ary Is For Lovers with the movie that launched Heath Ledger to stardom. It's 1999's 10 Things I Hate About You, directed by Gil Junger and starring Ledger, Julia Stiles, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Larisa Oleynik, David Krumholtz, Andrew Keegan, Susan May Pratt, Gabrielle Union, Larry Miller and Allison Janney. The first of a couple Shakespeare adaptations transposed into modern high school for Stiles, the movie makes good use of her charms as well, but this is undeniably Ledger's movie and he crushes as the heart-throb lead. Plus: We've got another Movie Theatre Field Report as J Mo makes the case for a Red Hulk as Joe Biden reading of Captain America: Brave New World because I mean, sure, why the hell not. If you'd like to watch the movie before listening along to our discussion, 10 Things I Hate About You is currently streaming in Canada on Disney+, Crave, Starz, and Hollywood Suite at the time of publication. Other works discussed in this episode include Top Gun: Maverick, The Social Network, Harriet The Spy, The Rugrats Movie, The Incredible Hulk, We Live In Time, The Wild Robot, The Order, Ripley, Severance, Killers of the Flower Moon, Oppenheimer, Star Wars: Skeleton Crew, Anyone But You, The Bourne Identity, Orphan: First Kill, Third Rock From The Sun, Clueless, Get Smart's Bruce & Lloyd: Out of Control, and Grease among many more. We'll be back next week to kick off Hackmonth (Gene Hackmarch?), as we salute the late great Gene Hackman with a month-long tribute to one of the best to ever do it, beginning with Hoosiers next week, finishing out with The Royal Tenenbaums as our March canon entry, and making stops along the way including Crimson Tide and The Conversation. Sad to see the old man go, but my god what a career and we can't wait to spend the next month discussing it in depth. Until then, we'll see you at the movies!!

On this episode of The Film Situation, host Zef Cota sits down with Julian Biba—a filmmaker, producer, novelist, and director of the NY True Venture Film Festival—to discuss his unconventional journey into filmmaking. From his early days as a bodyguard to finding himself at the Cannes Film Festival with his first short film, Julian shares how his real-life experiences have shaped his storytelling across film, literature, and festival programming. Plus, Julian and Zef break down two of his favorite movie scenes: THE BOURNE IDENTITY (2002) & Tony Scott's MAN ON FIRE (2004). @julianbiba Hosted by Zef Cota

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Still high off the fumes of January's first Big Beat Cinema episode, we return to the scene of the crime this week for a follow-up film special with Finn, Manchester's very own pope of trash.In this episode, we start by diving into your feedback, ranging from literary theory to eyewitness accounts from big beat OGs. We expand the official BBC canon with even more movies, including Go, Twin Town and The Bourne Identity.We then go deeper, asking what Big Beat Cinema tells us about life in the ‘90s and '00s, how class fantasies and lad's mags shaped the subgenre, and whether that UK government anti-piracy ad is a forgotten classic of the movement. Finally, we try to locate the last gasp of BBC and explain why Moby and Fatboy Slim fell out of favour with Hollywood.If you're enjoying No Tags, please do rate, review and subscribe on your podcast app of choice. We'd also ask you to consider subscribing to our paid tier, which costs £5 a month and helps us continue braving some of history's greatest slop to bring you these regular podcasts – not to mention honing our amateur Photoshop skills. Get full access to No Tags at notagspodcast.substack.com/subscribe

Julia Stiles, the iconic actress known for 10 Things I Hate About You, Save The Last Dance, Mona Lisa's Smile, Dexter and the Bourne films, opens up with Mayim and Jonathan about her unexpected shift from acting to directing. Julia reveals why she almost turned down her legendary role in THE BOURNE IDENTITY! She also shares why she doesn't believe in auditions and the surprising truth about her dance career after SAVE THE LAST DANCE. Plus, find out how raising her kids shaped her approach to directing WISH YOU WERE HERE and why she calls 10 THINGS I HATE ABOUT YOU a 90's “time capsule” of her teen years. Tune in for an unfiltered conversation about Julia's career evolution, life lessons, and the personal experiences that have shaped her journey! WISH YOU WERE HERE is now available for digital download: https://www.lionsgate.com/movies/wish-you-were-here BialikBreakdown.comYouTube.com/mayimbialik

The Thing (Bob Reyer), Johnny Storm (Joey Braccino), Mr. Fantastic (John Burkle), and Susan Storm (Steve Seigh) are here to make your week FANTASTIC with hype for Marvel's new Fantastic Four: First Steps trailer, WRASSLIN' at the Royal Rumble, a trip down memory lane with the Winter Soldier, and more!Books: The Beautiful, Ridiculous City: A Graphic Novel, Blood Train #1, DC's Lex & the City #1, New Gods #1-2, Justice League Unlimited #2-3, Ice Cream Man #43, The Seasons #1, Absolute Superman #1Other Stuff: The Fantastic Four: First Steps teaser trailer thoughts, Nosferatu (2024), Nosferatu (1922), Cracula (1931), Dracula's Daughter (1938), Return of the Vampire (1943), Captain America: The Winter Soldier (movie), Your Monster (movie), The Bourne Identity (movie)DISCORD LINK: https://discord.gg/yzpryczSIMPORTANT: Please consider donating to our GoFundMe for Bob Reyer. Details are in the campaign post. Thank you for your generosity and consideration: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-bob-reyer-a-hero-in-need?attribution_id=sl:4ad67348-52ea-427b-a50f-0441686ea721&utm_campaign=natman_sharesheet_dash&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=copy_linkThe Comic Book Podcast is brought to you by Talking Comics (www.talkingcomicbooks.com). The podcast is hosted by Steve Seigh, Bob Reyer, Joey Braccino, Aaron Amos, Chris Ceary, and John Burkle, who weekly dissect everything comics-related, from breaking news to new releases. Our Instagram handle is @TalkingComicsPodcast, and you can email us at podcast@talkingcomicbooks.com.

Hollywood focus on the CIA Is It Correct? Her Experience. Hollywood has long been fascinated with the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA). Blockbuster franchises such as Mission Impossible, The Bourne Identity, and TV series like Homeland have shaped the public perception of the CIA as a high-stakes world filled with thrilling missions, cutting-edge gadgets, and international espionage. But how much of this portrayal aligns with reality? Her powerful story is in a recent podcast interview on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast, available on their website and platforms like Apple Podcasts, Spotify and most major podcast platforms. Michele Rigby Assad, a former CIA officer, is a guest on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast and gives her firsthand experience that challenges the Hollywood narrative. Michele Rigby Assad defies the Hollywood stereotype of a CIA agent. Her journey from a small-town upbringing in Florida to working in counterterrorism operations worldwide presents a different, truthful story about life inside the CIA. Unlike the stereotypical male-dominated, action-packed spy films, Michele’s experience as a covert officer reveals the agency’s rigorous training, intense challenges, and the real-world implications of intelligence work. Follow the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Newsbreak, Medium and most all social media platforms. The CIA vs. Hollywood’s Portrayal Hollywood often glamorizes intelligence work, focusing on thrilling chases, daring rescues, and sophisticated gadgets. While some elements are inspired by real operations, many aspects are greatly exaggerated. Michele Rigby Assad sheds light on the truth behind the agency’s operations. Hollywood focus on the CIA Is It Correct? Her Experience. Read the supporting stories about this and much more from Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast in platforms like Medium, Newsbreak and Blogspot. According to the CIA’s official website, the agency is described as "the Nation’s first line of defense," operating where others cannot to ensure national security. Formed from the Office of Strategic Services (OSS) during World War II, the CIA’s purpose has always been intelligence gathering, covert operations, and counterintelligence efforts. Unlike the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), which primarily focuses on domestic law enforcement, the CIA is dedicated to overseas intelligence operations, often working behind the scenes to influence global events. Wikipedia provides a more detailed historical perspective, describing the CIA as a civilian foreign intelligence service responsible for collecting and analyzing security information, mainly through human intelligence (HUMINT). The agency is headquartered at the George Bush Center for Intelligence in Langley, Virginia. While its primary function is intelligence gathering, the CIA has historically been involved in various covert actions, including political influence, supporting foreign groups, and, in some cases, planning assassinations and regime changes. Listen to the interview as a free podcast on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and podcast website, also available on platforms like Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and most major podcast outlets. Michele Rigby Assad’s Experience She entered the agency with no prior military or law enforcement background. Yet, she excelled in the high-stakes world of intelligence, working alongside her husband on counterterrorism missions in war-torn regions. Hollywood focus on the CIA Is It Correct? Her Experience. Her experiences are documented in her book Breaking Cover, where she introduces the concept of "Get Off the X." This CIA survival technique teaches officers to escape deadly ambushes as quickly as possible. She applies this philosophy to life outside intelligence, urging individuals to overcome fear and obstacles to achieve success. Her book highlights not only the physical dangers of her career but also the psychological challenges of living undercover, making split-second decisions, and adapting to constantly shifting threats. Follow the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and podcast on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Newsbreak, Medium and most all social media platforms. Beyond her work in intelligence, Michele has transitioned into corporate risk assessment, business mediation, and government diplomacy. She offers training for organizations seeking expertise in Arab World politics and culture, helping companies navigate geopolitical complexities and security risks. The Role of Media in Shaping Perceptions The influence of Hollywood in shaping public opinion about the CIA cannot be understated. Through our platforms like Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and the interview which is free is on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show website Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and most major podcast platforms. You'll find that the narratives presented in films and television often become the de facto understanding of intelligence work. But is Hollywood’s focus on the CIA correct? While it offers an entertaining and dramatized version, the real stories, like Michele Rigby Assad’s, reveal a far more complex and demanding profession. Intelligence officers must be adaptable, resilient, and capable of handling high-pressure situations. Unlike their fictional counterparts, their work is often slow, methodical, and requires years of dedication without the promise of recognition. Hollywood focus on the CIA Is It Correct? Her Experience. Check out the show on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Newsbreak, Medium and most all social media platforms Hollywood’s portrayal of the CIA is designed for entertainment, not accuracy. While elements of truth exist, much of what we see on screen is exaggerated for dramatic effect. Michele Rigby Assad’s real-life experience provides a more authentic look into the agency, showcasing the challenges and sacrifices intelligence officers make. Her story is a testament to perseverance, adaptability, and courage in one of the world’s most secretive professions. When social media and news platforms like Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Apple News, Spotify, Podcast, Newsbreak, Medium, and Truth shape public discourse, it’s crucial to differentiate between cinematic fiction and reality. Understanding the true nature of intelligence work helps us appreciate the dedication of those who serve in silence, often far from the limelight of Hollywood’s glamorous portrayal. It is available as a free podcast on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast website, on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and most major podcast platforms. 3 things you can do to dramatically increase revenue offline and online. That's one of the things you will learn at Creative Con 2025. Meet me, John Jay Wiley the host of the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast At Creative Con located at the Intercontinental Hotel in Chicago February 21st through the 23rd. If you are an entrepeneur, business leader, author, podcaster or online professional of any type you'll learn how to take your business to the next level. Creative Con 2025 is the ultimate business and networking event. There is too much to list at Creative Con 2025. Get details at www.Cre8tivecon.com You can help contribute money to make the Gunrunner Movie. The film that Hollywood won't touch. It is about a now Retired Police Officer that was shot 6 times while investigating Gunrunning. He died 3 times during Medical treatment and was resuscitated. You can join the fight by giving a monetary "gift" to help ensure the making of his film at agunrunnerfilm.com. Learn useful tips and strategies to increase your Facebook Success with John Jay Wiley. Both free and paid content are available on this Patreon page. Background song Hurricane is used with permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer. Find a wide variety of great podcasts online at The Podcast Zone Facebook Page, look for the one with the bright green logo. Be sure to check out our website. Be sure to follow us on MeWe, X, Instagram, Facebook,Pinterest, Linkedin and other social media platforms for the latest episodes and news. You can contact John Jay Wiley by email at Jay@letradio.com. Get the latest news articles, without all the bias and spin, from the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast on the Newsbreak app, which is free. Hollywood focus on the CIA Is It Correct? Her Experience. 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ACE GOES TO AFRICA!! Visit https://www.liquidiv.com & use Promo Code: REJECTS to get 20% off your first order. Visit https://huel.com/rejects & receive 15% off your order. Ace Ventura: When Nature Calls Full Reaction Watch Along: https://www.patreon.com/thereelrejects Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/  Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thereelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/thereelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Another Comedy Saturday is upon us as Aaron Alexander, Coy Jandreau, & John Humphrey RETURN to give their FIRST TIME Reaction, Commentary, Analysis, Breakdown, & Full Movie Spoiler Review for the sequel to the HIT 1994 Comedy, Ace Ventura: Pet Detective!! Ace Ventura: When Nature Calls sees our titular hero returning from a spiritual quest to investigate the disappearance of a rare white bat, the sacred animal of a tribe in Africa. Jim Carrey (Liar Liar, The Mask, Sonic the Hedgehog 3) returns as Ace Ventura along with performances from Simon Callow (Four Weddings and a Funeral, Shakespeare in Love), Ian McNeice (Dune, Doctor Who), Maynard Eziashi (Kiss Kiss Bang Bang), Bob Gunton (The Shawshank Redemption), Sophie Okonedo (Hotel Rwanda, After Earth), Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje (Suicide Squad, The Bourne Identity), Tommy Davidson (In Living Color, Black Dynamite), & MORE! Aaron, Coy, & John REACT To all the Funniest Scenes & Most Hilarious Moments including Like a Glove, Projection Room, The Monopoly Guy Scene, White Devil Scene, Slinky, The FULL Rhino Scene, & Beyond!! #AceVentura #AceVenturaWhenNatureCalls #AceVentura2 #AceVenturaPetDetective #JimCarrey #AceVenturaReaction #90sComedy #ComedyReaction #CoyJandreau #AaronAlexander #JohnHumphrey #MovieReaction #ReactionVideo #ClassicComedy #PetDetective #MovieQuotes #IconicComedy #reactionvideo #react #reaction #trynottolaugh #trynottolaughchallenge Follow Aaron On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealaaronalexander/?hl=en Follow Coy Jandreau:  Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@coyjandreau?l... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coyjandreau/?hl=en Twitter:  https://twitter.com/CoyJandreau YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwYH2szDTuU9ImFZ9gBRH8w Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The CIC are back to kick off 2025 reviewing what is arguably one of the most influential spy movies of the 21st century, The Bourne Identity! Ben and Jason leave no passport cover-ID unturned as they dissect this 2002 spy action thriller starring Matt Damon! How you like them apples? Join us!  Be sure to like, follow, subscribe and interact! We'd love to hear from you!  Email: CICDeadDrop@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/central_intelligence_cinema/ Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/CICSpypod Bluesky Social: https://bsky.app/profile/cicspypod.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CICPodcast Merch store: https://cic-merch-store.creator-spring.com/  

This week, we continue to collect members of the Ocean's gang like Infinity Stones, as we find Danny playing a convincing soldier and compelling leading man in a 90s geo-political thriller that feels like a total forgotbuster, despite starring two massive movie stars and launching DreamWorks as a studio. It's 1997's The Peacemaker, directed by Mimi Leder, and starring George Clooney, Nicole Kidman, Marcel Iureș, Aleksandr Baluev, Armin Mueller-Stahl, Holt McCallany, Goran Višnjić, and Michael Boatman. One of the Cloondog's early jumps from ER star to silverscreen leading man, this movie is also deeply tied to ER as a production. Clooney unquestionably has the juice however, and the movie's 90s thriller sensibilities -- while not as refined as some of its contemporaries -- still feels like something of a lost art, a type of movie we just don't get enough of these days. If you'd like to watch the movie before listening to our discussion, it is not available to stream in Canada but can be rented on YouTube and Cineplex. Other works discussed on this episode include The X-Files, Groundhog Day, Source Code, The X-Files: Fight The Future, The Blues Brothers, Trading Places, You've Got Mail, The Taking of Pelham One Two Three, The Incredible Hulk, The Avengers: Age of Ultron, Thelma, Mission: Impossible - Fallout, The Beekeeper, The Art of War, The Foreigner, Superman Returns, Strangers on a Train, Jerry Springer: Fights, Camera, Action, The House, Weird: The Al Yankovic Story, The Bourne Identity, Clear and Present Danger, Mission: Impossible, Batman & Robin, The Green Hornet, Deep Impact, Armageddon, Pay It Forward, On The Basis Of Sex, The Leftovers, The Morning Show, Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit, Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol, Three Kings, The Men Who Stare At Goats, 24, Burn After Reading, Michael Clayton, Out of Sight, Twisters and Legally Blonde. Next week, we're switching things up and going back to Hayley's new VHS stack to talk one of the all-time great westerns: 1992's Unforgiven, Clint Eastwood's deconstruction of the genre that made him famous and a worthy winner of Best Picture Oscar gold. Unforgiven is streaming on Crave in Canada and Max in the US. Until then, we'll see you at the movies!!

The hilarious Joe Zimmerman joins the pod to discuss one of the most influential action movies of all time. Is this Matt Damon's best movie? let us know in the comments below what your favorite is!Check out Joe on the road and look for tickets on his website www.zimmermancomedy.comInstagram:  @joezimmermantwitter: @joezimmermanIf you like the show please subscribe on YouTube and support us on PatreonPatreon.com/MovieRuiners

Episode 308. It's an explosive start to 2025 as we watch all of the Bourne franchise: the trilogy of The Bourne Identity, Supremacy, and Ultimatum, the not-really-a-reboot The Bourne Legacy, and the attempted return to form with Jason Bourne. These movies follow an amnesiac secret agent as he attempts to uncover the corrupt government program that took his memories in exchange for deadly skills. We discuss the context of action cinema in 2002 and how the series adapted to industry changes like cinematic universes, the Matt Damon screen persona, the unique values of the oft-maligned Bourne Legacy, DVD bonus features, the Bourne Stuntacular at Universal Studios Orlando, and how these movies all have the same end credits sequence.Click here to watch a video of this episode. (00:00) - Intro (00:04) - Welcome and banter (02:02) - Non-spoiler thoughts on the Bourne franchise (20:28) - Housekeeping (26:16) - Spoilers for the Bourne movies (01:40:38) - Review Show Bingo (01:49:42) - Recommendations (01:56:55) - What we are discussing next episode (01:58:49) - Outro ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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This week we're auditioning for the role of a lifetime as DePALMBER: PART DE continues with another example of what feels like well-worn territory for our man of the month: an erotic thriller in which a working class man in show business is forced to be an unlikely hero as he becomes entangled in a murder. It's 1984's Body Double, directed, produced, and co-written from a story by Brian De Palma, and starring Craig Wasson, Melanie Griffith, Gregg Henry, Deborah Shelton, Guy Boyd and Dennis Franz. As De Palma's immediate follow-up to Scarface, it's a brazenly bizarre swing on what was surely a blank check opportunity, and we have to admire the effort. Dripping in Hitchcockian influence with a plot that plays like Rear Window and Vertigo at the same time, it's another terrific showcase of that 80s cool De Palma style that would be pillaged decades later in the Grand Theft Auto video games. Plus: J Mo goes knives out on Wicked, having been held hostage by it for nearly three hours. If you'd like to watch the movie before listening to our discussion, Body Double is not currently streaming in Canada but can be rented on YouTube for $5. Other works referenced in this episode include The Producers (2005), Avengers Endgame, The Bourne Identity, The Bourne Supremact, Doubt, The Manchurian Candidate (2004), The Manchurian Candidate (1962), The Fog (2005), Mission: Impossible - Fallout, Super 8, The Fablemans, West Side Story (2021), Rory Scovel: Religion, Sex & A Few Things In Between, Batman Returns, Batman & Robin, The Game, North by Northwest and Deep Water, among others. We take a quick break from De Palma next week, as our final release before Christmas Day means it's time to celebrate Shaqmas once again! Our annual holiday tradition of covering a selection from the filmography of Shaquille O'Neal continues this year with what is surely the best movie he ever made: 1994's Blue Chips, directed by William Friedkin and co-starring Nick Nolte. And our DePalmber Canon Entry at the end of the month is 1981's Blow Out! Until next week, we'll see you at the movies!!

This week on Geek Off The Street, we discuss the recently concluded Netflix original, Arcane Season 2! We discuss the incredible character development and animation style but also whether or not the conflict was forced or not and if the music fit the genre! All that and so much more on this week's exciting episode of the GOTS Official Podcast!Podcast Timecodes![4:10] What are we drinking this week?[4:30] Vacation Gift Exchange and Snack tasting [25:20] Opening Thoughts and Facts[31:20] Positives[51:30] Negatives[1:00:55] Rating[1:04:10] What Are We Into This Week?[1:07:20] Riot Games Shimmer Taste TestCheck Out These Books!When The Sakura Blooms! by J. Leroy Tucker!Wilbur Mckesson's Retribution!Greg Sorber's Mechhaven!Pax Machina Audio Book!Join Us In The Discussion!Email: thegeeksoffthestreet@gmail.comInstagram: @thegotspodSubscribe on Youtube! Like Our Facebook!Twitter: @thegotspodTrent Personal: @trentctuckerMusic: @erictucker__Stuff We Mentioned!Trent Tucker Vlogs!Abbot Elementary!The Bourne Identity!People We Mentioned! Tree of Dreams Music@chikara_ramen@badicalradness@jenjoink@gregerationx@author_wilbur_m@mcpodcast@z_daughter_of_light@mindmattermystery

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Lords: * Andrew * https://kittenm4ster.neocities.org/ * Aubrianne Topics: * I will never get good at video games and that's okay * Does charging (or even allowing donations) for something change its perception as a piece of art? * Messy game design * To Be of Use, Marge Piercy * https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/57673/to-be-of-use * Films Noir * Complementary Hobby Power Couples Microtopics: * Just shakin' it a little bit. * The royal it. * Putting Homestar Runner on shuffle while you do homework. * Making Pico-8 games under an Internet name. * Your child petting a dog but when you try to pet the dog as well the dog is like "no, not you!" * A beard or long braid as a fidget tool. * Spectrum Cheater Reveals. * Games where you have to plan ahead. * A very easy social slot to fit into. * How many extra organs does Master Chief have? * Watching your mom fail the same jump in Animal Well for twenty minutes. * Picking a garbage can in Fallout 3 where you keep all your stuff which works great until they patch garbage collection into the game. * A game that requires two skills and the two skills exist in two different people. * What happened to cheat codes? * Paying the pickpocket trainer to train you and then pickpocketing your money back. * Pickpocketing someone's vital organs. * Homestar Runner as the ultimate counter example. * What quilts are worth if you charged a fair wage for your time. * Spending half an hour convincing your nephew that this scarf really is worth $300. * The only two millennials who haven't professionalized their hobbies. * Constructing your game design like a mathematical proof. * The promise of the text parser. * All the weird bespoke deaths you could find in a Sierra game. * Games intended for people who have more free time than you. * How to make it completely viable to make small games. * A clever hack to market your video game (spend a bunch of money) * The promise of the 50 in one pirate kart. * Trying to get the house gifts in every game in UFO 50. * Collecting the umbrella and the pin an least a dozen times. * A Guided Tour of Barbuta. * The black sleek heads of seals bouncing like half submerged balls. * Doing what has to be done, again and again. * A form of idleness that produces an incredibly amount of textiles. * Peruvian people spinning while they wait for the bus. * Why nobody gives a shit about rope and string. * Appreciating the lasagna that's right in front of you. * Making a loaf of bread for your family that mostly eats peanut butter sandwiches. * Making a little frowny face at "amphoras." * Meeting a girl and wooing her with good semicolon usage. * Dressing up as Elaine and Guybrush for Halloween. * Whoppers Jr. and Games Boys Advance. * Classic Film Noir such as Who Framed Roger Rabbit. * That time Rita Hayworth made you realize you were gay. * Getting no movies from America for years and then getting a ton of movies from America all at once. * Pulpy low-budget melodramas. * The Hays Code. * The five minute monologue where Quint describes the graphic sex scene between Jaws and the Hoth Ice Wampa * Neo Noir. (Meaning from the 70a.) * Modern art. (Meaning from the early 20th century.) * Neo Noir films such as the Bourne Identity and Batman Begins * Bugs Bunny inventing the smoky noir saxophone. * A taxonomy of complementary hobby pairs. * Getting 20 musicians in a room and it's a total disaster. * Sheep growing so much extraneous wool that they fall on their backs and explode. * Youtube recommending a video on how to flip a sheep over. * Sheep Tips: How to Flip a Sheep. * A video of a guy getting out of a car and hopping a fence and running over to help a sheep who is stuck on its back like "what do I even do now?" * Fellow Jorts Horsians. * Deep lore of server outages.

Fall back in time with Legends Podcast! All month long, we're talking about time travel, paradoxes, and resetting the day with your demise. When PR officer William Cage (played by Tom Cruise) is unwillingly sent into combat against an invading alien army, he unwittingly gains the power to rewind time… but only if he dies. He teams up with war hero Rita Vrataski (played by Emily Blunt), who previously had the same power, to attempt to defeat an alien horde that uses time as a weapon - by living, dying, and repeating. Directed by Bourne Identity helmer Doug Liman, this 2014 sci-fi actioner based on the Japanese novel All You Need Is Kill was a box office hit and established Blunt's status as an action hero. Ten years later, we're reviewing Edge of Tomorrow as our 700th episode and the kickoff to our annual tradition of watching time travel movies in November. This is Chronovember! For more geeky podcasts visit GonnaGeek.com   You can find us on iTunes under ''Legends Podcast''. Please subscribe and give us a positive review. You can also follow us on Twitter @LegendsPodcast or even better, send us an e-mail: LegendsPodcastS@gmail.com   You can write to Rum Daddy directly: rumdaddylegends@gmail.com You can find all our contact information here on the Network page of GonnaGeek.com Our complete archive is always available at www.legendspodcast.com, www.legendspodcast.libsyn.com

In this episode of the Tales From Hollywoodland Podcast, we dive deep into the world of political thrillers. From classic films like All the President's Men, and The Manchurian Candidate to modern hits like The Bourne Identity and Argo, we explore the suspense, intrigue, and behind-the-scenes drama that make political thrillers a staple of Hollywood. […] The post Political Thrillers | Tales From Hollywoodland appeared first on The ESO Network.

In this episode of the Tales From Hollywoodland Podcast, we dive deep into the world of political thrillers. From classic films like All the President's Men, and The Manchurian Candidate to modern hits like The Bourne Identity and Argo, we explore the suspense, intrigue, and behind-the-scenes drama that make political thrillers a staple of Hollywood. Join us as we discuss iconic films, directors, and the real-world events that inspire these gripping stories. Links Tales From Hollywoodland on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/talesfromhollywoodland   Tales From Hollywoodland on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/talesfromhollywoodland/ We want to hear from you! Feedback is always welcome. Please write to us at  talesfromhollywoodland@gmail.com and why not subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcast, Spotify, iHeartRadio, PlayerFM, Pandora, Amazon Music, Audible, and wherever fine podcasts are found.  #politicalthrillers #podcast #talesfromhollywoodland

When we look back at late-90s cinema, few films hit the nerve of an era quite like Enemy of the State (1998). Directed by Tony Scott and produced by Jerry Bruckheimer, the film was released when the internet was still in its infancy, and the public's understanding of digital surveillance was minimal at best. Fast-forward to today and Enemy of the State feels less like a cautionary tale and more like a prediction of the modern world.Starring Will Smith in one of his first dramatic leading roles and featuring a powerhouse cast that includes Gene Hackman, Jon Voight, and Lisa Bonet, Enemy of the State blends action, espionage, and paranoia in a way that makes it both thrilling and eerily relevant. The movie's central theme—how the government can use technology to monitor citizens—is more pertinent now than in 1998. But beyond the social commentary, Enemy of the State is a tightly wound conspiracy thriller that still manages to entertain on its most basic level: sheer adrenaline.A Case of Wrong Place, Wrong TimeThe film kicks off with the murder of a U.S. Congressman by a high-ranking NSA official, played with chilling authority by Jon Voight. This event sets the stage for the film's exploration of the dark side of government surveillance. The plot follows Robert Clayton Dean (Will Smith), a successful labour lawyer, who unwittingly becomes entangled in this conspiracy when an old acquaintance slips him a videotape containing evidence of the congressman's murder.Dean, who has no idea that he has this tape, quickly finds himself the target of the NSA's surveillance and an orchestrated takedown. His life is turned upside down as his bank accounts are frozen, his credit cards are cancelled, and an omniscient digital eye monitors his every move. The tension only builds as Dean is forced to team up with a former NSA operative, Brill (Gene Hackman), who helps him understand the depth of the conspiracy he's caught up in.Surveillance and Paranoia in the Digital AgeEnemy of the State stands out because it effectively tackles the theme of surveillance in the digital age. Released during a time when most of us still viewed the internet as little more than a novelty, the film was ahead of its time in predicting just how pervasive technology would become in our everyday lives. From satellite tracking to phone tapping, Scott's direction makes it clear that there's nowhere to hide in this tech-driven world.At the heart of the film is a fear that resonates with many today: the loss of privacy. The movie asks a question that feels more urgent in the 2020s than in the 1990s—how much power should governments have to monitor their citizens in the name of security? While Enemy of the State doesn't provide any clear answers, it succeeds in making us feel uneasy, particularly as the line between safety and invasion of privacy blurs.In hindsight, the film's plot is almost prophetic. In an era post-Snowden, with revelations of mass government surveillance by agencies like the NSA, Enemy of the State seems less far-fetched and more like a stark reality. This prescience is one of the reasons the film holds up so well over two decades later.Will Smith: A Star in the MakingAt the time of its release, Enemy of the State was a significant departure for Will Smith, who was best known for his comedic roles in The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air and blockbuster action flicks like Independence Day. As Robert Clayton Dean, Smith delivers a more nuanced and serious performance, proving that he can handle roles that require more than just one-liners and charm. His portrayal of an everyman caught in a nightmare scenario is both believable and sympathetic, grounding the film's high-concept premise in a relatable human experience.Smith's chemistry with Gene Hackman is another highlight. Hackman, who plays the paranoid, world-weary former NSA agent, brings gravitas to every scene he's in, making Brill a character that feels like he could have walked right out of another conspiracy thriller—The Conversation (1974), for instance, which Hackman also starred in. Their dynamic, a blend of mentor and reluctant ally, adds a layer of emotional depth to the film, giving it more weight than your average action thriller.Tony Scott's Signature Style: Tension on OverdriveTony Scott, known for his kinetic and visually dynamic style, brings his A-game to Enemy of the State. The film is packed with fast-paced action sequences and explosive set pieces that we've come to expect from Scott, but what sets it apart from other late-90s thrillers is how well it builds and sustains tension.The chase sequences, for example, are relentless, and Scott uses surveillance tools—cameras, monitors, satellites—to create a sense of claustrophobia. The viewer is constantly reminded that Dean is being watched, tracked, and hunted. Even in scenes where nothing overtly dangerous is happening, the ever-present hum of technology keeps the tension alive. It's a film that rarely lets the audience catch its breath, and that's exactly what makes it so engaging.A Time Capsule That Still MattersAlthough Enemy of the State is a product of the late 90s, its themes and messages have become more relevant with time. The film tapped into a growing anxiety about the role of technology in our lives, and in the years since its release, that anxiety has only intensified. The explosion of the internet, the rise of social media, and the ongoing debate about privacy vs. security make Enemy of the State feel more like a cultural artifact that predicted our current reality.The film also helped shape how Hollywood would approach tech-based thrillers in the future. Movies like The Bourne Identity, Eagle Eye, and even The Dark Knight owe a debt to the groundwork laid by Enemy of the State, particularly in how they depict technology as both a tool and a weapon.Why It Still MattersAt its core, Enemy of the State (1998) is a pulse-pounding thriller that expertly combines action with a timely and prescient commentary on technology and government power. It's a movie that's fun to watch and forces you to think about the world we live in today. With strong performances from Will Smith and Gene Hackman, and Tony Scott's tense, no-holds-barred direction, Enemy of the State remains a must-watch for anyone who enjoys a good thriller with something important to say.For fans of the Born to Watch podcast, revisiting this film will be both a nostalgic trip back to the late 90s and a stark reminder of how far and little things have changed since then.Please follow the Podcast and join our community at https://linktr.ee/borntowatchpodcasthttps://www.borntowatch.com.au/

Show Notes Free Palestine   Sometimes you wake up on a fishing boat and you don't know who you are. If this has happened to you, consider yourself in good company, alongside Matt Damon in this week's movie, the Bourne Identity from 2002. It does matter who you keep close to you, and when that person is a desperate drifter with a tiny car, keep your head on a swivel because she doesn't know what she wants and she has zero sense of self-preservation. Another life tip from this movie is if Brian Cox is your boss, you in danger girl.   Recommendations: The 3 Body Problem (Netflix); Vaccines (your doctor or CVS)   Next up: The Ring (2002) – AMC+   Email us at latecomers@gmail.com Find Amity @ www.amityarmstrong.com Our Facebook group is here for those who consent: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1754020081574479/

Show Notes Free Palestine   Time for a road trip – keep your hands inside the vehicle, driver gets to choose the music, and for the love of God do not taunt the truckers. We watch Steve Zahn break all of those rules – probably – much to the detriment of his brother and everyone else they come in contact with in 2001's Joy Ride. In a movie that is way better than it needs to be, we are off on an ill-advised, infatuation infused road trip that couldn't go worse. And you've got options if you aren't happy with the way it ends!   Alternate Endings (some not all):   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zPVnnZN_FE0   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H789sXJdOes&list=PLVCZUMw8Kut8wJf7iS3j82_AT2_n6sJgi&index=17   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=br3PLH5Yx0k&list=PLVCZUMw8Kut8wJf7iS3j82_AT2_n6sJgi&index=13     Recommendations: Speak No Evil (In Theaters); Evil (Paramount+)   Next up: The Bourne Identity (2002) - Starz   Email us at latecomers@gmail.com Find Amity @ www.amityarmstrong.com Our Facebook group is here for those who consent: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1754020081574479/

Today on Art of the Cut, we discuss editing the Apple Plus feature film The Instigators with three editors, including Oscar-winning editor William Goldenberg, ACE, Oscar-nominee Tatiana Riegel, ACE, and Oscar-nominee Saar Klein. Billy's been on Art of the Cut six times before for his work on Live By Night, Detroit, 22 July, The Outfit, News of the World, and Air. Billy won an Oscar, a BAFTA, and an ACE Eddie for Argo, and was nominated for an Oscar, a BAFTA and an Eddie for The Imitation Game. He was also nominated for an Oscar for Zero Dark Thirty, but lost to … himself. He was also nominated for Oscars for Seabiscuit and The Insider. Tatiana has been on Art of the Cut to discuss The Girl in the Spider's Web, Cruella, and I, Tonya.  Tatiana has been winning ACE Eddies since back in 2008! She was nominated for an Oscar and won an ACE Eddie AND an Independent Spirit Award for I, Tonya, was nominated for an Emmy for Pam & Tommy, and was nominated for an ACE Eddie for Cruella. Saar was nominated for an Oscar and an ACE Eddie for The Thin Red Line, and he was nominated for an Oscar and won an ACE Eddie for Almost Famous. His other work includes, Jumper, The Bourne Identity, and the TV series, Masters of the Air.  A three-person panel of editors with 8 Oscar nominations between them discusses the emotional impact of structural changes, the advantages of objectivity, and Stockholm Syndrome as it applies to directors!

In episode three of our Manhunt series, we delve into two films that helped redefine and revive the genre of pursuit. From South Korea, Memories of Murder (2003), a haunting and postmodern crime drama. From the United States, The Bourne Identity (2002), an adrenaline-fueled yet grounded spy thriller.Special Guest: the talented John Brooks from the great 1999 Podcast which covers all the films from that seminal year of film.Crime stories hinge on a denouement of justice. When that justice is denied, the audience is often left in suspended emotional agitation. We want to believe that violent crimes are always solved, and the villainous perpetrators are caught. That order is restored. Yet, reality dictates a much less clear cut finale to crime stories. Memories of Murder explores this ambiguity in its depiction of a real-life serial killer case, where answers are elusive, and the moral certainties dissolve in a haze of bureaucratic stagnation, intellectual flaccidity, and craven dispositions. Director Bong Joon-Ho crafts a deeply unsettling vibe where the boundary between good and evil fades, exposing the futility of the hunt and the flawed nature of those involved.In contrast, The Bourne Identity is sleek, fast-paced, and decidedly straightforward. This chase movie skips across Europe with the hunter and hunted dichotomy awhirl. Director Doug Liman invokes the stacco precision of a spy thriller but interweaves melodrama with Jason Bourne's fractured psyche. In many ways, Bourne is more indebted to the dutch-angled noir tradition than its most obvious predecessor, James Bond. With its relentless action and tightly wound narrative, the film strips away the nuance of morality found in Memories of Murder while delivering a linear yet captivating tale of survival, deception, and revenge.

Erin and Brennan are back from summer vacation and are ready to take down CIA black ops teams WITH A BALLPOINT PEN!!! Contrary to other spy films, we're looking at you James Bond and Mission Impossible, the Bourne movies tell the story of believable assassins. Do they have secret gadgets? Nope, just their minds and a lot of cash. We have Brian Cox being evil (as usual), Clive Owen dying (as usual), and Chris Cooper being evil (as usual). Can anyone say Muppet Movie? On the other hand, we have Matt Damon being hotter than ever with the largest GPS trackers in history. Now it's time to turn, walk away,                                   and vanish. 

It's finally our favorite time of the year: SeptemBourne. So of course we HAVE to cover some of Mike's favorite movies, the original Bourne trilogy! We're kicking it off this week with 2002's The Bourne Identity. And we team up for another round of the IMDB game. You can contact the show at agoodpodcast@gmail.com and find us @HowStarWarsIsIt on all platforms. You can also follow Mike @MikeGospel on Twitter and @WordGospel09 on Youtube and Instagram and Josiah @JosiahDotBiz on social media and on his website josiahrobinson.biz. And don't forget to rate and review on iTunes, or wherever you get your podcasts! And if you REALLY like the show head over to our Patreon at patreon.com/howstarwarsisit for bonus episodes, Star Wars movie commentaries, and more!

On this week's episode, the fellas break down a bizarre week from the Royals, discuss the changing lineup, and preview this week's games. Plus, Marc does a spot-on impression of Clive Owen in the Bourne Identity. A big thank you to our sponsors: All In Physical Therapy: https://allin-pt.com/ Erick Auxier of West USA Realty: https://erickauxier.com/ Listen to the latest episode of Royals Weekly anywhere you get podcasts including … Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/royals-weekly/id1557151861 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2ELyTCKp20UXva2URM02YG?si=9667a82115bb40b1 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@royalsweekly And follow us on social media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/RoyalsWeekly Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/royalsweekly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/royalsweekly/ #kansascityroyals #kcroyals #royals #mlb #baseball

This week, tragically, Will and Ian are without Nora. So, to make up for it the watch a 22yr old movie, and reflect on the the east coast and it's things.... But then AMNESIA! Who are they? Who were they!? Who!? But also, how do they know to critique a movie in a wildly meaningful way? How do they know how to be hilarious? How do they know that person over there, with headphones in ISN'T listening to the show? How do they know!? Because- THE BOURNE IDENTITY (2002) pg-13, 119minutes Directed by: Doug Liman. Starring: Matt Damon, Franka Potente, Chris Cooper, Brian Cox, Julia Stiles, Clive Owen, Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje, Walton Goggins and Many Other Talented People! 00:15:00- No Nora this week :( 00:20- Ian's in the MD     00:45- Speed Cameras 03:34- First Thoughts 11:30- Ian Went to Geoff & Grace's wedding (from our Ambulance episode) 13:30- Whatcha Been Watchin'? (Will- Jack Reacher, Joyride (2023), How to Train Your Dragon, Olympics- Ian- Inside Out 2, Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, MH370) 20:45- THE BOURNE IDENTITY (2002) Pg-13 119minutes     22:15- Where to watch: Starz, DVD, Rental 22:30- STARZ (not a paid ad) 25:00- NOT Nora's Tasty Morsels 27:30- Ratings/Review 50:00- Totals 51:30- Next Week.... but not, keeeeeep listening Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/THELastActionCritics⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: @TheLastActionCritics Twitter:     @THE_Lastcritics email:   Thelastactioncritics@gmail.com Next Week: The Rundown (2003) available on Starz and Peacock (NOT Borderlands)

Get ready for a heart-pounding ride as I continue revealing my ultimate list of 50 mind-blowing action movies you can't miss! From edge-of-your-seat thrillers to epic blockbusters, this video showcases a diverse range of films that will keep your adrenaline pumping. Whether you're a fan of high-speed chases, explosive fight scenes, or gripping storylines, I've got something for everyone! Join me as I explore the latest and greatest in the action genre, but also classics no action fan should miss. I'll provide insights on the plot, cast, and what makes each film a must-see. Don't forget to share your favorites and let us know which action movies you're most excited about! Make sure to subscribe for more movie recommendations, reviews, and cinematic news. Hit the notification bell so you never miss an update! Grab your popcorn and enjoy the ride through numbers 21-30 of these action-packed adventures! #ActionMovies #MustWatchFilms #TopActionMovies #CinemaLovers #MustSeeFilms #MovieRecommendations #FilmReview #Top50 #TopMovies #ThrillingCinema #Top30 #booktube #booktuber Want to stream media mentioned in this video? The Bourne Identity: https://t.ly/8NRZW Commando: https://t.ly/hMxt5 Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon: https://t.ly/Ud3ip Drunken Master II: https://t.ly/vLVUC Heat: https://t.ly/YcePy Lethal Weapon: https://t.ly/qaEQz Logan: https://t.ly/aMAWX Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation: https://t.ly/0dJYm Predator: https://t.ly/Y9Tqq Rambo, First Blood, Part II: https://t.ly/VXloC Ways to connect with us: Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges Follow Jim/Father on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/13848336-jim-scriven Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKk Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Fantasy4theAges Follow us on Instagram: fantasy_for_the_ages Follow us on Mastodon: @FantasyForTheAges@nerdculture.de Email us: FantasyForTheAges@gmail.com Check out our merch: https://www.newcreationsbyjen.com/collections/fantasyfortheages Jim's Microphone: Blue Yeti https://tinyurl.com/3shpvhb4 Jim's Camera: Razer Kito Pro https://tinyurl.com/c873tc2n ———————————————————————————— Music and video elements licensed under Envato Elements: https://elements.envato.com/

Matt Damon ends his press tour for “The Instigators,” starring Damon and Casey Affleck, on this week's episode of Breaking Bread. Matt and Tom talk about everything from the day they met on the set for Steven Soderbergh's “The Informant” to Matt's forbidden love for the Yankees, breaking the hearts of Red Sox fans around the world (Boston). The pair talk Tom's dreams of being an Olympian/BMX champion, surfing together in Costa Rica, trying to make James Gandolfini laugh, and Robin Williams' beloved legacy. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- See Matt Damon in “The Instigators”: “The Instigators” debuted in select theaters August 2, 2024 before its global premier on Apple TV+ August 9, 2024! In the film, Rory (Matt Damon) and Cobby (Casey Affleck) are reluctant partners: a desperate father and an ex-con thrown together to pull off a robbery of the ill-gained earnings of a corrupt politician. But when the heist goes wrong, the two find themselves engulfed in a whirlwind of chaos, pursued not only by police, but also backwards bureaucrats and vengeful crime bosses. Completely out of their depth, they convince Rory's therapist (Hong Chau) to join their riotous getaway through the city, where they must put aside their differences and work together to evade capture—or worse. Directed by Doug Liman and written by Chuck MacLean and Casey Affleck, “The Instigators” also stars Michael Stuhlbarg, Paul Walter Hauser, Ving Rhames, Alfred Molina, and Toby Jones, with Jack Harlow and Ron Perlman. 00:00 Intro 00:40 Midnight Run & ‘The Instigators' 04:19 Tom getting cut from ‘Air' 07:54 Matt can't remember what movies he's been in 10:35 Direct! 16:09 Matt Damon LOVES Derek Jeter 21:36 Tom Papa, average Olympian 24:40 Casey Affleck writing ‘The Instigators” 25:58 Car chase therapy & Bourne Identity 31:16 Instigators is pro-therapy 34:36 Jack Nicholson's advice 38:35 ‘Good Will Hunting' Robin Williams & Michael Stuhlbarg 43:31 Surfing in Costa Rica 45:36 You'll never run a marathon 47:02 Trying to make James Gandolfini laugh 48:15 Taste Test! Shrimp Crackers…. 50:54 The comedian diet - cheeseburgers 52:27 The Comedy Cellar & a new generation of comedy 55:15 Neighbors with Andrew Schulz About Tom: Tom Papa, a celebrated stand-up comedian with over 20 years in the industry, has made significant strides in film, television, radio, podcasts, and live performances. Notably, he's a regular on "The Joe Rogan Experience" and various late-night TV shows. Papa's literary skills are evident in his books “We're All In This Together” and "You're Doing Great!: And Other Reasons To Stay Alive," a collection of essays, and "Your Dad Stole My Rake: And Other Family Dilemmas," a comedic look at family life. His latest stand-up specials are “Tom Papa: What A Day!” and "Tom Papa: You're Doing Great!" on Netflix. Beyond comedy, Papa's engagements extend to hosting "What A Joke With Papa And Fortune" on SiriusXM and appearing on NPR's "Wait, Wait Don't Tell Me." His love for baking led to hosting the Food Network series "Baked." As an actor, he's worked with notable figures like Rob Zombie and Steven Soderbergh and has appeared in several films and TV shows, including the HBO film "Behind the Candelabra." Additionally, Papa has contributed as a writer to projects like "Bee Movie" and various TV series. Residing in Los Angeles with his family, Papa continues to balance his professional life with personal interests like baking. Get in touch with or go see Tom live on stage! Radio, Podcasts and more: https://linktr.ee/tompapa/ Website - http://tompapa.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tompapa Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/tompapa Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/comediantompapa #TomPapa #breakingbreadwithTomPapa

It was a scene straight out of an action movie: specifically The Bourne Identity. On September 16, 2008, the captain of a Staten Island Ferry saw a woman floating face down in the Hudson River, near the Statue of Liberty. Horrified and thinking they found a dead body, two deckhands jumped in a rescue boat and went to her. When they reached the woman, one picked her up by her ankles, while another picked her up by her shoulders. To everyone's shock, the woman took a gasp of air and started crying. This is how Hannah Upp was found after she went missing– the first time.Over the next decade, Hannah Upp, a young, well-liked teacher, would go missing two more times. After her first two rescues, she had no idea where she had been or how she had spent her time. On September 14, 2017, Hannah was living in St. Thomas, on the U.S. Virgin Islands. She had survived Hurricane Irma, and three days before Hurricane Maria was poised to hit, Hannah Upp disappeared for a third time. Did she perish in the water, as many people believe, or is she still out there somewhere, with no idea who she is?Anyone with information regarding Hannah Upp's disappearance is urged to contact the Virgin Islands Police Department at 340-772-5605.Buy the ebook! - And Then They Were Gone: True Stories of Those Who Went Missing and Never Came HomeSubmit a caseFind us everywhereGet episodes early and ad-free on PatreonMerch storeFor a full list of our sources, please visit our blogBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/and-then-they-were-gone--5360779/support.

Remember when action movie heroes didn't have to think and just beat up a load of bad guys? Jason Bourne heralded the change when The Bourne Identity came out in 2002, and heroes became as vulnerable as they could be dangerous.It was a troubled production, led by Doug Liman, who fought for years to get the rights to the material, and get the movie made in his own chaotic and frenetic directorial style - a style that didn't sit well with the producers or the executives at Universal.Liman didn't just want another generic action spy movie, but an art film that the studio could sell as an action movie, and his lead actor Matt Damon agreed. Damon wanted to play this every man hero - the All-American boy next door who could also take on several trained operatives at once.The production was plagued with multiple delays, rewrites, reshoots and shots of Jägermeister.Warner Bros had let the rights they originally hold revert back to the original author Robert Ludlum in 1999, so how did they end up in a lawsuit over lost royalties from The Bourne Identity, a movie not even made by them?I would love to hear your thoughts on The Bourne Identity (2002) !Verbal Diorama is now an award-winning podcast! I won the Best Movie Podcast in the inaugural Ear Worthy Independent Podcast Awards recently. I am beyond thrilled, and hugely grateful to the Ear Worthy team. It means so much to me to be recognised by a fellow indie outlet, and congratulations to all the other winners!CONTACT.... Twitter @verbaldiorama Instagram @verbaldiorama Facebook @verbaldiorama Letterboxd @verbaldiorama Email verbaldiorama [at] gmail [dot] com Website verbaldiorama.comSUPPORT VERBAL DIORAMA....Give this podcast a five-star Rate & Review Join the Patreon | Send a Tip | Buy Merch ABOUT VERBAL DIORAMAVerbal Diorama is hosted, produced, edited, researched, recorded and marketed by me, Em | This podcast is hosted by Captivate, try it yourself for free. Theme Music: Verbal Diorama Theme Song. Music by Chloe Enticott - Compositions by Chloe. Lyrics by Chloe Enticott (and me!) Production by Ellis Powell-Bevan of Ewenique StudioPatrons: Simon E, Sade, Claudia, Simon B, Laurel, Derek, Vern, Cat, Andy, Mike, Griff, Luke, Michael, Scott, Brendan, Lisa, Sam, Will, Jack, Dave, Chris, Stuart, Nicholas, Zo, Kev, Pete, Heather, Danny, Aly, Stu, Brett, Philip, Michele, Xenos, Sean, Ryno and Russell!This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyChartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

Hey pals! Today, we're raving over THE BLONDE IDENTITY by Ally Carter, the romcomedy, sexy version of The Bourne Identity that we didn't know we needed until spy queen Ally Carter herself blessed us with this book. We pitch you a musical adaption, teach you how to survive falls off cliffs, and debate the merits of drawing bangs. Enjoy the show! Connect with Kathy: website; Insta: @kathyliu_ Brazen banter: Running in heels! Cat Scale: 1 Revolutionary Resources Funny Girl National Tour Testing pens Parisians laying a brick in the Seine Man who watched all the Barbie movies Cheese rolling competition 1923 (Yellowstone TV show)   Subscribe! Follow! Rate! Review! Tell your friends and family all about us! Support the podcast and buy us coffee WRION merch! Our feminist, sapphic, bookish Etsy shop! Instagram: @wereaditonenight Twitter: @wereaditpodcast Facebook: We Read It One Night TikTok: @wereaditonenight Email: wereaditonenight [at] gmail.com

You can now text us anonymously to leave feedback, suggest future content or simply hurl abuse at us. We'll read out any texts we receive on the show. Click here to try it out!Welcome back to Bad Dads Film Review! Today, we're delving deep into the shadowy realm of cinematic assassins. We're lining up our top 5 assassins from film history, known for their lethal efficiency and complex personas. After that, we'll journey through the rugged landscapes of Sisu before diving into the stylish underworld of Diabolik.Top 5 Assassins in Film:Leon from Léon: The Professional (1994) - Jean Reno plays Leon, a solitary hitman whose life takes a turn when he becomes the unlikely guardian of a young girl named Mathilda. His blend of lethal skills and tender heart makes him one of cinema's most memorable assassins.John Wick from John Wick series - Keanu Reeves's portrayal of John Wick has redefined the action genre. Known for his mythical precision and a personal code of honor, Wick is a relentless force once you disrupt his peace.Nikita from La Femme Nikita (1990) - Anne Parillaud portrays Nikita, a convicted felon turned government assassin. Her transformation and inner conflict provide a deep look into the moral complexities of living as a trained killer.Jason Bourne from The Bourne Identity series - Matt Damon's Jason Bourne is a highly skilled operative suffering from amnesia, unraveling his own mysterious past while expertly evading those who sent him on deadly missions.Anton Chigurh from No Country for Old Men (2007) - Played chillingly by Javier Bardem, Chigurh is an assassin who combines philosophical musings with ruthless methods, making him one of the most daunting figures in film.Main Feature: Sisu Sisu dives into the raw survival instincts and sheer determination rooted in the Finnish spirit of resilience, known as "sisu." Set against a historical backdrop, it tells the story of a lone soldier's survival against harsh elements and enemy pursuits, intertwining natural beauty with brutal reality.Kids Feature: Diabolik Switching gears, Diabolik brings us into the world of a master thief, a stylish anti-hero known for his elaborate heists and gadgets. This adaptation of the famous Italian comic book explores themes of love, betrayal, and the thrill of the chase, all wrapped in a sleek visual style.Discussion Points:Moral Ambiguity: How do filmmakers make us empathize with characters who are professional killers?Survival vs. Honor: Exploring the survival instincts in Sisu and how they contrast with the calculated actions of film assassins.Stylistic Storytelling: The unique visual and narrative style of Diabolik and how it enhances the film's appeal.Whether you're a fan of action-packed thrillers, historical survival dramas, or stylish crime capers, today's episode promises deep dives into complex characters and thrilling plots. Tune in as we explore the dark and thrilling world of assassins alongside the gritty resilience of survival and the sleek escapades of a cinematic thief.

We finally received an update on the second of the two WandaVision spinoffs in development, with the news that Marvel has enlisted Star Trek: Picard executive producer Terry Matalas as showrunner for the untitled Vision series. Details remain sparse, but we know that Paul Bettany will reprise his role as the albino synthezoid and Marvel Studios is eyeing a 2026 Disney+ release. The 2024 summer movie season continues to struggle as newcomers Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga and The Garfield Movie, essentially tied for the number one spot for the holiday weekend, each debuting at a muted $31 million; the worst Memorial Day weekend at the box office in almost 30 years. Furiosa particularly came in lower than estimates as a prequel to Mad Max: Fury Road and receiving the same B+ Cinemascore. Advance tickets for Deadpool & Wolverine became available last Monday, resulting in an estimated 200,000 tickets sold for roughly $9 million and enough to break the record for first-day, R-rated ticket sales. Subsequently, at still two months out, it leads 2024 in all presales with all signs pointing to it being the year's first $100 million plus opening weekend.According to The Hollywood Reporter, Adam Wingard, director of the last two MonsterVerse films, will not return for the third installment due to timing issues. The split is amicable, with a future return possible. Netflix revealed a first look at Liam Hemsworth as Geralt of Rivia in The Witcher. Hemsworth replaces Henry Cavill for the final two seasons, with season 4's release date currently to be determined. Glen Powell revealed to The Hollywood Reporter that he recently turned down major roles, including the upcoming Jurassic World film and a reboot of The Bourne Identity. Damon Lindelof, one of the co-creators of Lost and The Watchmen is officially behind the creative team for the upcoming Green Lantern series for DC Studios. Chris Mundy, the showrunner behind Netflix's crime series Ozark, as well as long-time DC comic author Tom King round out the creative team. Netflix released the first trailer for Beverly Hills: Axel F, featuring Eddie Murphy returning as Axel Foley. The new film, following the original 1984 release and its sequels, will stream starting July 3. Dexter: Original Sin, a prequel to Showtime's Dexter announced casting of Patrick Gibson playing young Dexter, Molly Brown; his sister Debra, and Christian Slater portraying their adoptive father. The premiere date is yet to be announced. Warner Brothers dropped a new trailer for Beetlejuice Beetlejuice that features a more extended look at the cast. The film debuts in theaters on September 6. Rian Johnson announces his next Knives Out film, Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, releasing on Netflix next year with Daniel Craig reprising his role and lots of other big Hollywood names being added to the cast daily, including Fleabag's Andrew Scott. Rupert Friend, star of Wes Anderson's Asteroid City, will join Scarlett Johansson and Jonathan Bailey in Gareth Edwards' new Jurassic film for Universal. Jeffery Wright joins The Last of Us season 2 as Isaac, reprising his role from the video game.

The BTS team discusses the style and tone The Bourne Identity brought to the action genre, how the plot and character motivations constantly propel the action forward, and what makes the central characters of the franchise so compelling.