Podcast appearances and mentions of Ridley Scott

Young Dave, armed with a love for Star Wars and a soft spot for everyone's favourite scruffy-looking nerf herder, thought he was in for another dose of Han Solo heroics when switching on Blade runner. What he got instead was something a little moodier, a lot rainier, and less exciting than Songs of Praise.The production of Blade Runner (1982) was as tumultuous and moody as the rain-soaked, neon-lit world it depicted. Directed by Ridley Scott, fresh off the success of Alien, the film was envisioned as a noir-infused sci-fi adaptation of Philip K. Dick's Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?. The shoot was plagued by creative clashes between Scott and the American crew, who bristled at his demanding style, and constant interference from producers worried about the film's slow pace and philosophical ambiguity. Principal photography was grueling, with night shoots, complex visual effects, and an increasingly strained atmosphere on set. Lead actor Harrison Ford reportedly had a difficult working relationship with Scott, and the overall mood was so tense it was dubbed “Blood Runner” by some of the crew.Post-production proved just as chaotic. The studio, concerned that the film was too cerebral and obscure, insisted on adding a noir-style voiceover narration and a more upbeat ending—changes that Scott strongly opposed. Multiple versions of the film were created to satisfy different markets and test audiences, adding to the confusion. Upon release, Blade Runner received mixed reviews and underperformed at the box office, overshadowed by more accessible summer hits. Yet over time, the film's groundbreaking visual design, atmospheric world-building, and deep philosophical themes helped it gain a devoted following, eventually being recognized as a cornerstone of science fiction cinema.If you enjoy the show we have a Patreon, so become a supporter.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.patreon.com/thevhsstrikesback⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Trailer Guy Plot SummaryIn a future where it always rains and everything is soaked in neon, one man must hunt what isn't supposed to be hunted. Harrison Ford is Rick Deckard — a retired blade runner pulled back in for one last job. His mission? Track down and "retire" a group of rogue replicants who aren't going quietly into the night. But as the line between man and machine blurs, the hunter begins to question everything. Get ready for a showdown where the future looks grim, the androids look angry, and the noodles are always hot. This... is Blade Runner!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thevhsstrikesback@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/vhsstrikesback⁠⁠⁠

”I rymden kan ingen höra dig skrika” är en av filmvärldens mest kända taglines. När Ridley Scott 1979 tog oss med på rymdskeppet Nostromo och släppte loss sin blodtörstiga Xenomorph skapade han filmhistoria. Idag är den klaustrofobiska skäcken en etablerad skräckgenré. James Cameron byggde ut världen med sin uppföljare Aliens och fansen har därefter suktat... Read more »

Following the sad loss of both Val Kilmer and Jean Marsh in April of this year, Ron Howard's Willow from 1988 was the only choice for May. Written by George Lucas and starring Warwick Davis, Willow is a family-friendly fantasy adventure that has stood the test of time. This episode features contributions from: (in order of appearance) Goblin's Henchman (podcast & blog) & the Umber Bulk James Knight, Tyranner the Dwarf and Ellen the Elf Karl Rodriguez of The GMologist Presents… (podcast, YouTube) Mirke of Mirke the Meek (podcast) Darkfluid of The Silver Key (podcast) Jason Connerley of Nerd's RPG Variety Cast (podcast, blog) M.W. Lewis of The World's of MW Lewis (podcast) Lex Mandrake of Dank Dungeons (YouTube, itch, Bandcamp) Henchling 1, Henchling 2 The Movie Monday Letterboxd list https://letterboxd.com/the39thman/list/movie-monday-1/ The Movie for June will be Legend, from 1985, directed by Ridley Scott. Please take a look below for details on how to contact the show. The episode will air on June 30th, so please send your submissions by the 28th if you'd like to be included in the show. "Warning" by Lieren of Updates From the Middle of Nowhere Leave me an audio message via ⁠https://www.speakpipe.com/KeepOffTheBorderlands You can email me at ⁠spencer.freethrall@gmail.com⁠ You can find me in a bunch of other places here ⁠https://freethrall.carrd.co⁠ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit freethrall.substack.com

In episode 95 of The Neon Crew Podcast, Kyle and Mac discuss a nice day for a Mac wedding, how Bill Pullman made a copy of himself, and why war is super cool and awesome and patriotic and hell yeah brother!!!LISTEN TO PODCAST HERE:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theneoncrewpodcast/featured Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3AI17IdYnujCrtSc7M5EKG?si=58d599af20514ae8 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-neon-crew-podcast/id1585795358SOCIAL MEDIA:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NeonCrewPodcastYouTube Community: https://www.youtube.com/@theneoncrewpodcast/community Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neon_crew_podcast/ MERCH: https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheNeonCrewPodcast?ref=shop-header-name&listing_id=1374844203&from_page=listing Night Call with Sam ParkerSam's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@BlockPartyAcademy/featured Music by Gideon HunterGideon's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@wakerisefall Logo design by Lauren HunterLauren's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pineandsun/?fbclid=IwAR1zgGnVTNcnK6lji2A5NhDj-NCmD3f1PLqj1ckjr220HiWvsFJisfy9n8g Timestamps:00:00 | Intro / Mac's wedding12:11 | Thunderbolts* (SPOILER discussion)1:10:11 | Black Hawk Down (SPOILER discussion)2:10:05 | Check This List (IGN top 10 Ridley Scott films)2:19:18 | Kyle's recommendation for episode 96

This week we deep dive into the scene reveal of Tim Curry's Darkness in Ridley Scott's underrated 1985 film Legend. Make sure to play along with each festival and leave comments so we can interact with you and remember to subscribe to the channel if you like what you see. Follow us for more interaction and content: INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/deepdivefilmschool YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/deepdivefilmschool TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@deepdivefilmschool LETTERBOXD: https://letterboxd.com/adampalcher Join our growing community for new videos every week! 

"Are you not entertained? You will be." I am Maximus Decimus Meridius, and I bring you word of a tale—of honor, betrayal, vengeance, and glory. This week, the warriors known as Three Guys and a Flick—Don, John, and Ken—enter the great arena to review Gladiator, Ridley Scott's epic saga of Rome's might and man's resolve. They speak of my rise and fall… and rise again. They will recount the treachery of Commodus, the fury of the Colosseum, and the moment a fallen general revealed his name to an emperor. The music of Zimmer will thunder. The sands will run red with insight. So gather, citizens of the empire, and bear witness to a discussion worthy of Elysium. Because what we say in this episode… echoes in eternity.

Send us a textThis week, Brandon is joined by Dan Monaghan (@ReelTakes) to discuss Ridley Scott's crusader epic, Kingdom of Heaven, celebrating its 20th anniversary.Follow Brandon on social media:TikTokInstagramFacebookLetterboxdBrandontoksmovies.comAnd make sure to follow Dan:TikTokInstagramLetterboxd

Alien focuses on the crew of a commercial spaceship who investigate a distress signal and unknowingly bring a deadly alien lifeform aboard. One by one, the crew is hunted in the isolation of deep space.Starring Sigourney Weaver and directed by Ridley Scott, Alien was released May 25, 1979.Where to watch Alien.NotesPeaks Central Film FestivalChestburster in Spaceballs RecommendationsTim: The Hidden (Sholder, 1987) — where to watchTay: Repo Man (Cox, 1984) — where to watchFollow: SSC on Instagram Tim on Letterboxd

Escuchamos a Charlie Sexton en películas como “Thelma & Louise” de Ridley Scott, “Amor A Quemarropa”/True Romance" dirigida por su difunto hermano Tony Scott con guión de Tarantino, o”Superdetective en Hollywood II” también por Tony Scott. Pero, sobre todo, se conoce a Sexton por formar parte de la banda de Bob Dylan, tocar con Davie Bowie o con Willie Nelson, entre otros muchos. Está de gira y se pasa por nuestro estudio acompañado de Calder Allen, un joven talento del rocanrol.DISCO 1 CHARLIE SEXTON Tennessee Plates DISCO 2 EDDY SMITH AND THE 507 Love Sick DISCO 3 NAT SIMONS Happiness DISCO 4 NAT SIMONS & REPION Llámame (Call Me) DISCO 5 ALBERTO & GARCÍA & QUIQUE GLEZ Trece DISCO 6 CHARLIE SEXTON Hold Me DISCO 7 CALDER ALLEN Just Pray DISCO 8 CHARLIE SEXTON Graceland DISCO 9 ALICE HOWE & FREEBO Sailing Shoes Escuchar audio

In this episode we try our damnedest to avoid the golden path. But no matter how much emo teenage pouting we do it still all ends up in genocide and our kid turning into an immortal homicidal worm. That's right, it's Frank Herbert's seminal epic Dune. We will once again look for Satan in Science Fiction through the lens of the Christ Myth. The idea of a chosen one, a demi god, not exactly god but more than human with supernatural powers coming to rescue us all from evil. Special guest star appearances from The Justice League, Alabama, University of Washington, Paul Atreides, Caladan, David Lynch, Kwisatz Haderach, Zendaya, George Lucas, The Phantom Menace, Bene Gesserit, Baron Vladimir Harkkonnen, Geidi Prime, Timothée Chalamet, Palpatine, Vladimir Putin, Chris Angel, Feyd-Rautha, Austin Butler, Freman, Don't Look Up, Katnis, Marjorie Taylor Greene, David Lean, Ridley Scott, Orson Welles, Cannonball Run II, Exterminator II, Breakin II: Electric Boogaloo, Stinkers Bad Movie Award, Hollywood, Gene Siskel, Syfy Channel, Denis Villeneuve, Dune 2000, ornithopter, Marvel, Ralph Macchio, Leto,   #666 #SketchComedy #Sketch #Comedy #Sketch Comedy #Atheist #Science #History #Atheism #Antitheist #ConspiracyTheory #Conspiracy #Conspiracies #Sceptical #Scepticism #Mythology #Religion #Devil #Satan #Satanism #Satanist #Skeptic #Debunk #Illuminati #Podcast #funny #sketch #skit #comedy #comedyshow #comedyskits #HeavyMetal #weird #leftist #SatanIsMySuperhero #ScienceFiction #SciFiSend us a text

Send us a textWe're both big fans of the film Gladiator so we were really excited for Gladiator 2 when it was announced. Even more so when we found out Denzel was going to be in it. No one expected something on par with the first one, but was the 2nd one any good or was it a total dumpster fire? Did we love it, hate it, respect it? Tune in to find out. Mike's IG: www.instagram.com/miketerrible Will's IG: www.instagram.com/brentwood.buddha Will's Twitter: https://x.com/wwgish Mike's Twitter: https://x.com/MikeSitnikov86 Visit our YouTube Channel for clips from the show: www.youtube.com/@MovieoftheweekPod Visit our YouTube Channel dedicated to Hong Kong Cinema: www.youtube.com/@hkcinemasociety

Bowels in or bowels out? That's the question we hope to answer as we discuss Ridley Scott's controversial sequel to The Silence of the Lambs in 2001's Hannibal! Join us as we discuss the Clarice of it all before heading to Italy to check in with everyone's favorite cannibal. There's no denying it: this is just a weird movie. Be it Gary Oldman's prosthetics or Ray Liotta's brain sac, there's a lot here that mainstream audiences weren't ready for 20+ years ago! Questions? Comments? Snark? Connect with the boys on ⁠BlueSky⁠, ⁠Instagram⁠, ⁠Youtube⁠, ⁠Letterboxd⁠, ⁠Facebook⁠, or join the ⁠Facebook Group⁠ or ⁠brand new Horror Queers Discord⁠ to get in touch with other listeners. > Trace: @tracedthurman (Bluesky)⁠ / @tracedthurman (Instagram) > Joe: ⁠@joelipsett⁠ (BlueSky) / ⁠@bstolemyremote⁠ (Instagram)  Be sure to support the boys on ⁠Patreon⁠!   Theme Music: Alexander Nakarada    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ridley Scott's epic regeneration of the swords and sandals genre made megastars out of Russell Crowe and Joaquin Phoenix and bagged a whole load of metal for the trophy cabinet, alongside a heap of box-office kerching. But 25 years on, does this tale of blood, brutality, bread, circuses and vengeance still thrill? Mick, Hannah and Jen share their thoughts. Unleash hell. Or just have a listen, your call.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You've been asking for it all season and now he's here - Prison Break fan favorite William Fichtner aka "Mahone" is in the building!    Fichtner shares anecdotes about his rapid onboarding to 'Prison Break,' including relocating to Dallas and immersing himself in the role of Alexander Mahone. The conversation delves into the unique challenges of long-term TV roles and working with iconic directors like Ridley Scott and Michael Mann. Fans' questions reveal Fichtner's dual interests in criminal justice and his passion for acting. The episode concludes with reflections on independent filmmaking and the close-knit dynamics within acting communities. 00:00 Introduction and Greetings 00:34 Introducing the Special Guest 01:31 Episode Recap and Highlights 03:55 Entertainment and Industry News 05:36 Sports Highlights 06:34 Personal Stories and Anecdotes 14:51 Guest Introduction and Career Highlights 15:48 Interview with William Ner 28:13 Creative Collaboration and Character Development 30:01 Haircut Negotiations and On-Set Traditions 32:14 Bringing Friends into the Show 34:40 Directing and Producing a Feature Film 37:03 Navigating Long-Running TV Shows 44:01 Working with Directors and Filmmaking Challenges 51:23 Fan Questions and Fun Insights 57:14 Conclusion and Farewell Leave us your comments, shoot us an email, or leave us a voicemail - we love hearing from all of you! For the FULL Prison Breaking With Sarah & Paul experience, join our very active Patreon community where you can watch our WATCH PARTY episodes, released a day before the podcast episode, where you can re-watch every episode of Prison Break alongside Sarah & Paul's real time commentary (kind of like the DVD director commentary tracks of yore).  You also get access to all of our Fan Fiction episodes and our Discord Server where you can join our active Prison Breaking community, interact with Sarah & Paul's "Ask Me Anything" and join group WATCH PARTIES where you can experience the release of every Watch Party and along with a group chat.   Join our Patreon here: https://patreon.com/user?u=116411884 If you love all the behind-the-scenes Prison Break convo that Sarah & Paul are bringing weekly, then please give us a review and a follow us on all your podcast, social media, and YouTube accounts! Watch the episode on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@PrisonBreakPodcast Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/prisonbreakpodcast/ Follow us on TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@prisonbreakpodcast Merch!!! - https://pbmerch.printify.me/products Email us at prisonbreaking@caliber-studio.com And leave us a message with all your burning questions at (401) 3-PBREAK Logo design by John Nunziatto @ Little Big Brands.  If you want one yourself, reach out at https://www.littlebigbrands.com/ and tell him we sent you.   PRISON BREAKING WITH SARAH & PAUL is a Caliber Studio production. 

This week Jordan and Kelley go over, "Prometheus." In this episode Jordan has another outing with his coworkers, they both are confused on the rationale behind this exploration, they do not trust David, and think that Ridley Scott is a twisted man.Listen to us on Apple Podcast, Spotify, or anywhere else you listen to podcastsApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/so-you-think-youre-iconic/id1528462095Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1sV5jnnsnI7mcCk3pA7yVT?si=rD_0rUScQS2y2arFbbJZPg&dl_branch=1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sytyipodcast/Twitter:  https://twitter.com/SYTYIPODCASTYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClWbWmlH_IEXGy9Dbbeg--A

Tell us what you though of the episodeStep behind the scenes of Ridley Scott's American Gangster in this captivating episode featuring renowned Art Director Sonja Klaus. Klaus shares her unique approach to visual storytelling and the behind-the-scenes challenges of filming across Thailand and New York. From navigating union hurdles and recreating Bangkok markets in Chiang Mai to using unexpected props like mules, her stories are as vivid as the film itself. With tales of lavish butler service and unpredictable on-set moments, this episode is a must-listen for anyone who loves cinema, design, and the art of filmmaking.Sonja Klaus is a renowned British production designer known for her work on major films like Gladiator, American Gangster, Prometheus, and Taboo. She began in theatre before transitioning to film, collaborating extensively with Ridley Scott. Klaus has also designed acclaimed series like Taboo, A Christmas Carol, and Great Expectations, earning multiple awards and nominations. She is a BAFTA and AMPAS member and former Chair of the British Film Designers Guild.#movies #masterfuldirection #bestmovies #complexcharacter #denzelwashington #ridleyscott #russellcrowe  http://twitter.com/dreamingkingdomhttp://instagram.com/kingdomofdreamspodcasthttp://facebook.com/kingdomofdreamspodcast Watch the feature films that I have directedCitizen of Moria - https://rb.gy/azpsuIn Search of My Sister - https://rb.gy/1ke21Official Website - www.jawadmir.com

It's time to activate as many guitar pedals as we have and get moody.Let us enter the dreamy, pensive sphere of the shoegaze genre, and who better to be joined by than first-time guest, shoegaze-enthusiast and Cable Boy frontman Semi Olusa to guide Dave Hanratty and Sonic Architect Adam Shanahan through the haze and reverb of it all.That's not all that's on offer though; on the NO ENCORE Patreon, you can find weekly bonus episodes including this week's Album Club where Adam takes a look back to 2001 to discuss Daft Punk's broadly-acclaimed second album Discovery.This coming Monday, you'll also find Dave and Andy McCarroll return to their Film Club antics to break down and discuss 2013 Ridley Scott crime-thriller The Counselor, which includes an all-star cast for the ages including our very own hometown hero Michael Fassbender – oh, and by the way, many regard this as the worst film ever made, not to be missed!But onwards to the show ahead...ACT ONE: Semi tells us about Cable Boy and new music ahead of their headline show in Bello Bar at the end of the month.ACT TWO (40:20): A moment for legendary Irish lighting engineer Conor Biddle who passed away last week, the latest on Kneecap as they continue to make global headlines for their political statements and beliefs, Ryan Coogler talks Irish trad, Ben Affleck names his hip-hop Mount Rushmore and Dizzee Rascal on upskilling – it's the news.ACT THREE (1:18:14): Top 5 Shoegaze-Follow Cable Boy on Instagram / X / TikTokListen to Purple (End of the World)Tickets to Cable Boy @ Bello Bar, May 29Donate to the Biddle-Smyths Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rounding out our trilogy of special episodes on Ridley Scott's Gladiator II, we are joined by gladiator expert, Alexandra Sills.Alexandra holds a BA in Classical Studies from Birkbeck College, University of London and a MA in The Classical Mediterranean from the University of Leicester. Alexandra's MA dissertation was awarded the Mark Pluciennik prize in Archaeology & Ancient History. Alexandra has published outreach articles for Bad Ancient and Working Classicists and recently published an academic article entitled ‘The Tropification of Hollywood Heroes Thrown Into the Arena' for Melita Classica in 2023. Alexandra's current research focuses on gladiators in the ancient world and their reception on film and television. We're thrilled to have her on the show to discuss all things gladiators.We start with a history of the development of the gladiator in the Roman world including:The Etruscan evolutionThe Julius Caesar effect and the subsequent influence of AugustusThe osteo-archaeological evidence for gladiatorsAre there things that Gladiator II gets right from the perspective of the ancient evidence? We discuss the possibilities with Alexandra.Things to listen out for:The nobility of the screen gladiator versus the infamia of gladiators historicallyThe contrast between the crowd of spectators in the ancient world and in cinematic representationsThe dehumanisation involved in the arenaThe role of the love interestThe gladiator connection of Katniss EverdeenThe trope of the woman in the refrigeratorHow to make sure gladiators are dead in the arena and on filmThe complexities of katabasis (journeys to the Underworld) in the context of films and sequelsThe challenges of setting a film in Ancient Rome but changing key elements of history through the storytellingThe deep specialisation of the different gladiatorial fighting stylesWhere are the shields? Where are the nipples?Sexuality in the Roman imperial era versus the representation on screenFor our full show notes and edited transcripts, head on over to https://partialhistorians.com/Support the showPatreonKo-FiRead our booksRex: The Seven Kings of RomeYour Cheeky Guide to the Roman Empire Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

 As we celebrate yet another May the 4th (be with you), Mikey, d$ and #XlessDrEarl change up their Star Wars topics a bit - instead of fave scenes or ranking the movies, this time, its a look at all the movies that Star Wars inspired... some that turned out to be legendary... some that turned out to be legendarily bad... Can't Force alone, so the crew invites in Fan Fave and longtime friend of the show Hurricane Rhett Barnett, and he gives his own take on the 2024 comedy horror movie "Heretic" as well as a brief chat about the rerelease of "Revenge of the Sith", which has Mikey using the word "Refractory" and Rhett using the phrase "Marital Bed".   Then they play what turns about to be a disastrous version of "Everything Everywhere All At Once Upon a Time in Hollywood", which may end up being retired at some point because no one can play the stupid thing (note: d$'s opinion). Then, a top five of Star Wars Adjacent, with some classic Flash Gordon and a chat about Sam Jones and Jacko (OY!), plus star fighters and dark stars and stars with battles beyond them, plus a glave, a hole, Ridley Scott's inspiration, and even kitchen appliances in a classic short film.

We're proud to announce our inaugural episode of our exclusive Patreon series, Off-World. In this episode, Patrick and Jaime are joined by patron and listener David Hanbury as we go through the costumes of the first Blade Runner film. What makes the designs of the costumes in Ridley Scott's seminal film so iconic? Which costume is your favorite? Do the costumes in Denis Villeneuve' s sequel, Blade Runner 2049 live up to the original film? We answer all of these questions and more!   // For more on this and our other projects, please visit www.bladerunnerpodcast.com  // If you'd like to join the conversation, find us on our closed Facebook group: Fields of Calantha. // To support the show, please consider visiting www.bladerunnerpodcast.com/support. We've got some great perks available! // And as always, please consider rating, reviewing, and sharing this show. We can't tell you how much your support means to us, but we can hopefully show you by continuing to provide better, more ambitious, and more dynamic content for years to come.

Dana and Tom with 10x guests, Robb Conlon (Founder of Westport Studios and Host of B2B Business Class) and Kieran B. (Host and Creator of the Best Picture Cast; @bestpicturecast on X, IG, Letterboxd - BPC, Letterboxd - Personal) discuss the Best Picture Winner of 2000, Gladiator: directed by Ridley Scott, written by John Logan, David Franzione, William Nicholson, cinematography by John Mathieson, music by Hans Zimmer and Lisa Gerrard, starring Russell Crowe, Joaquin Phoenix, Connie Nielsen, Richard Harris, and Djimon Hounsou.Plot Summary: In Gladiator, Roman general Maximus Decimus Meridius (Russell Crowe) leads his army to victory in a decisive battle under Emperor Marcus Aurelius. The emperor, disillusioned with his son Commodus (Joaquin Phoenix), wishes to pass power to Maximus to restore the Roman Republic. Before this plan can be enacted, Commodus murders his father and seizes the throne.Refusing to serve the new emperor, Maximus is sentenced to death. He escapes execution but returns home to find his wife and son brutally murdered by Commodus's men. Captured and sold into slavery, Maximus becomes a gladiator under the training of Proximo (Oliver Reed), a former gladiator himself. Maximus ultimately works his way to Rome, igniting a battle not just for revenge but for the soul of Rome.As the story builds to a final confrontation, Maximus must fight one last time—against a corrupt emperor and the cruelty of the empire—to restore honor and justice and to fulfill a dying emperor's last hope.Guests:Robb ConlonFounder of Westport Studios and Host of B2B Business ClassLinkedIn: Robb / Westport StudiosPreviously On: Alien (1979), Aliens (1986), Die Hard (1988), The Godfather (1972), John Wick (2014), The Dark Knight (2008),

The Ringer's Bill Simmons and Chris Ryan spend the night in the Upper East Side with Mike and Claire as they rewatch Ridley Scott's 1987 crime thriller ‘Someone to Watch Over Me'—starring Tom Berenger, Mimi Rogers, and Lorraine Bracco Podcast Manager: Craig Horlbeck Video Producers: Ronak Nair and Jack Sanders Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

'Dope Thief' and ‘Narcos' star Wagner Moura joins the show. Over pepperoni pizza, Wagner tells me his love for soap operas, preparing for his role as Pablo Escobar in hit Netflix series ‘Narcos' and working on Ridley Scott's new Apple TV+ series ‘Dope Thief.' This episode was recorded Milo & Olive in Santa Monica, CA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week in the Video Dungeon, we're heading to the Great Tree to track some Unicorns! Come take a deep dive into the mystical world of Ridley Scott's Legend – but not just any version – we're talking about the Director's Cut. With a darker tone, restored scenes, and a haunting score by Jerry Goldsmith, this cut brings new life to the cult classic starring Tom Cruise, Mia Sara, and the unforgettable Tim Curry as Darkness. In this full movie review and analysis, we break down how this version transforms the story, characters, visuals, and score into a true fantasy epic. Tony from ‪Hack The Movies‬ joins our fellowship to restore the balance of light and dark! Is the director's cut of Legend the best version of Ridley Scott's cult classic?

Veronica Cartwright joins The Spiel hosts to talk about her incredible career, from The Twilight Zone to The Birds to Alien and Witches of Eastwick, Invasion of the Body Snatchers, and, yes, even Scary Movie 2. Cartwright also shares her thoughts on Steven Spielberg's career, including an incredible anecdote of watching Jaws for the first time with Richard Dreyfuss. There are so many great stories packed into this chat that it's hard to hint at them all, but you will get her memories on working with Hitchcock, Ridley Scott, George Miller, and so much more. Her new film, The Ruse, hits theaters across the country May 16th. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

TGMEM has an ultra beefy episode about the ultra beefy guns and biceps of James Cameron's ultra beefy sequel that boldly asks “what if there were more than one alien this time?” Does Big Jim successfully follow up Ridley Scott's original, or is it game over, man, game over? It's another Alien day on The Greatest Movie Ever Made and this time, it's war!Aliens (1986) is directed by James Cameron and stars Sigourney Weaver, Carrie Henn, Michael Biehn, Paul Reiser, and Lance Henriksen.Music: “Fractals” by Kyle Casey and White Bat Audio

This week, we fill some gaps in our Deconstructing series and take a look at Ridley Scott's little talked about 2023 film Napoleon.  Then, Andor is back and better than ever. We chat about the first three episodes of season 2 Next week, we check out Guillermo Del Torro's Pinnochio Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/doofmedia Follow us on Twitter: @doofmedia See all of our podcasts and more at doofmedia.com!   Show Notes: 1:46 - Napoleon 57:52 - Andor S2 E1-3

We're heading out for a road trip with two ladies who are doing it for themselves! Geena Davis and Susan Sarandon star as the titular leads in this 1991 road trip crime drama from director Ridley Scott. When a girls' weekend getaway goes awry, a waitress and housewife must dodge the law and would-be lovers to make a true getaway. But when their luck runs out, they must take a leap of faith. Co-starring Harvey Keitel, Michael Madsen, Christopher McDonald, Stephen Tobolowsky, and Brad Pitt, the film won multiple awards, including the Oscar for Best Original Screenplay for writer Callie Khouri. It was instantly part of the pop culture lexicon at the time, and in the years since, this movie has become a landmark of feminist film. Now we're loading up the Thunderbird and hitting the road with Thelma & Louise!   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 Music: Title Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Ridley Scott's Legend had its 40th anniversary recently. To celebrate we decided to do a two part review. Joe and Johanna return to talk about the US theatrical cut of the film. If you grew up in the 80s or watched it on cable in the 90s this is probably the version you remember. Its also nowhere near as good as the director's cut. What went wrong? Watch and find out. Then subscribe to Movie Dumpster so you don't miss our review of the director's cut!

On this episode of Bingeworthy, we're heading to the grimy, drug-running underworld of “Dope Thief,” a gritty Apple TV+ miniseries based on Dennis Tafoya's novel, which airs it's finale on Friday, April 25th. The show follows Ray and Manny, two longtime friends and low-level criminals from Philadelphia who impersonate DEA agents to knock over drug stash houses. But when one job unexpectedly exposes a hidden narcotics pipeline along the Eastern Seaboard, their small-time hustle spirals into a life-or-death game of survival and consequence.Brian Tyree Henry stars as Ray, a recovering addict struggling to escape his past while trying to stay one step ahead of increasingly dangerous enemies. Wagner Moura plays Manny, a charming but unpredictable wildcard whose deep bond with Ray is tested by every bad decision they make. The series, written and created by Peter Craig (“The Town,” “The Batman”), also stars Marin Ireland, Nesta Cooper, and Ving Rhames, with executive producer Ridley Scott directing the first episode.

#gladiator #ridleyscott #podcast #moviereview In this episode, the hosts review Gladiator II, directed by Ridley Scott. They discuss the film's box office performance, character analysis, CGI effects, and the emotional impact of the story. The conversation highlights the strengths and weaknesses of the film, comparing it to the original Gladiator, and ultimately concludes with their ratings and final thoughts on the movie.TakeawaysThe film didn't need a sequel at all.Emotional investment in characters was lacking.CGI battles felt weightless and overly polished.The score was forgettable compared to the original.The movie stomped over the original's conclusion.The acting was fine but didn't resonate emotionally.The baboon fight was criticized for its absurdity.The hosts enjoyed discussing the film despite its flaws.Ridley Scott's legacy as a director is acknowledged.Final ratings reflect mixed feelings about the film.“Visit our store at http://tee.pub/lic/GPff04GCI04 to grab awesome podcast merch, including T-shirts featuring our season album art and more!”Check out Barrel Aged Flicks on social media: • Twitter: @Ron_Barrelaged • Facebook: Barrel Aged Flicks Podcast • Instagram: @barrelagedflickspodcastGet 10% off your entire order at https://coffeebros.com with the code BAF10!“Hey everyone! We pour our hearts into this show and bring it to you completely free. If you'd like to support what we do, consider visiting our Patreon and making a donation. Every bit helps us keep the show going strong!

In this week's Mostly Film, we're pitting two Hollywood heavyweights against each other in a cinematic showdown: Tom Cruise in Legend (1985) vs. Leonardo DiCaprio in Body of Lies (2008).First up, we go deep into The Casting of Legend—a pre-Top Gun Cruise donning long locks and fairy-tale armor in Ridley Scott's surreal fantasy epic. We'll talk about how he nearly passed on the role, the version of the film he actually preferred, and how Legend gave us a rare look at Cruise in the fantasy genre—though Tim Curry's devilish performance may have stolen the spotlight.Then we shift gears into the gritty world of Body of Lies, where DiCaprio goes full-on CIA in Ridley Scott's modern spy thriller. From gaining 25 pounds to demanding on-location shooting in Morocco, Leo's dedication was real—and so was the intensity. We'll cover how this film fits into his “gritty realism” era and why his performance is considered one of his most underrated.Plus, we're breaking down The Performances, The Direction, and The Critical Reception—how both actors were shaped (or overshadowed) by their directors, the worlds they stepped into, and the legacies these films left behind.Is Cruise's ethereal Jack a forgotten fantasy prince? Does DiCaprio's Roger Ferris deserve more love in the spy thriller pantheon? You decide.It's fairytale forests vs. Middle Eastern war zones. Light vs. Lies. Cruise vs. DiCaprio.

Quand Taous était petite, elle a été marquée par la tagline du film Alien, réalisé par Ridley Scott. Sur toutes les cassettes vidéo, on pouvait lire la phrase : "Dans l'espace, personne ne vous entendra crier." L'idée de se retrouver piégée dans un endroit clos au milieu de nulle part avec une menace qui rôde, sans pouvoir être secourue à temps, l'empêchait de dormir la nuit. Et oui, certes, les voyages dans l'espace on n'y est pas encore, c'est pas demain la veille que ça va devenir une véritable inquiétude, mais il existe un équivalent tout à fait accessible : les voyages en mer. À bord d'un bateau, perdu au milieu de l'océan, qui viendra vous aider si quelqu'un, ou quelque chose, décide de se retourner contre vous ? Qui vous entendra crier ? Personne, voilà. Feu de Camp est un podcast original NRJ, écrit et incarné par Taous Merakchi. Une production disponible sur l'application et le site NRJ rubrique podcast, et sur toutes les plateformes d'écoute. Rédaction en cheffe : Anaïs Koopman Réalisation : Cédric le Doré Production : Anne-Cécile Kirry Si vous avez aimé cet épisode, n'hésitez pas à nous laisser des étoiles ou des commentaires. Et pour être au courant de la sortie des nouveaux épisodes, abonnez-vous au flux sur votre plateforme préférée !Distribué par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

ImdbBioEric Litman, ACE is a seasoned editor and a proud member of American Cinema Editors. He grew up outside of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and earned his BA in Film from Temple University's Film and Media Arts School before receiving his Master's in Editing from the prestigious American Film Institute Conservatory.Eric's editing career took off with Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., where his work earned him a spot on the cover of Cinemontage in 2015. He played a key role in crafting many of the show's most memorable premieres and finales.Since then, Eric has edited a variety of fan-favorite series, including Black Sails, Magnum P.I., Charmed, and Star Trek: Picard. In addition, he cut The Hot Zone: Anthrax, a limited series produced by Ridley Scott's Scott Free Productions for Nat Geo.Currently, Eric is an editor on Netflix's One Piece and the Apple TV+ series Dope Thief, produced by Ridley Scott and Peter Craig.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/creator-to-creators-with-meosha-bean--4460322/support.

This week, the boys stay positive as they take a look at Ridley Scott's first proper film, “The Duelists,” from 1977! Starring Keith Carradine, Harvey Keitel, and Albert Finney, this self-funded film is stunning to watch, but is it interesting to endure? We drink and discuss! John and Dave also caught “The Amateur” (2025) in the cinema and offer a mini-review before John discusses some upsetting WGA hiring statistics. Grab a drink and give us a listen! Our phone number is 646-484-9298. It accepts texts or voice messages.  0:00 Intro; 10:39 “The Amateur” mini-review; 16:13 Gripes; 18:52 1977 Year in Review; 37:57 Films of 1977: “The Duelists”; 1:14:34 What You Been Watching?; 1:22:23 Next Week's Movie Announcement Additional Cast/Crew: Joseph Conrad, Gerald Vaughan-Hughes, Edward Fox, Cristina Raines, Robert Stephens, Diana Quick, Frank Tidy, Tom Rand, James Hawes, Robert Littell, Gary Spinelli, Ken Nolan, Rami Malek, Rachel Brosnahan, Jon Bernthal, Nick Mills, Tiffany Gray, Hold McCallany, David Mills, Laurence Fishburne. Hosts: Dave Green, Jeff Ostermueller, John Say Edited & Produced by Dave Green. Beer Sponsor: Carlos Barrozo Music Sponsor: Dasein Dasein on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/77H3GPgYigeKNlZKGx11KZ 
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025 - Warfare, Dir. Alex Garland / Ray Mendoza Warfare is great.  It's a very well made, competant modern war drama told through the memories of the men who lived the event in 2006.  Don't miss it in theaters.      0:00:00 - Introductions and Banter 0:07:00 - Box Office 0:16:00 - Movie Recommendation- Black Hawk Down, Dir. Ridley Scott, 2001 0:43:00 - War Films- What We Look For 0:51:00 - Warfare, Dir. Alex Garland / Ray Mendoza   Hosted, produced and mixed by Grayson Maxwell and Roger Stillion.  Also hosted by Christopher Boughan. Visit the new Youtube channel, "Post Credits Podcast" to watch the video version.   Thank you for listening! Check us out on many podcast services: Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean. Check is out on YouTube for the full video each week: https://www.youtube.com/@Postcreditspodcast1

The Alien series is really just a cautionary tale about why you should never trust HR.Follow us on Insta: @_spooko_And Join the Feel Bad Club on our discord: https://discord.gg/K8wwaXDpCheck out our OTHER pod (about Gordon Ramsay): @peachandshagsnightmaremethodAnd find us on the dark web at www.peachandshag.darkweb.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this latest Alien entry (thankfully) not directed by Ridley Scott, a young, desperate crew seek deliverance in an abandoned space station only to find it's not as deserted as they anticipated. This film is both a standalone horror and an homage to the entire Alien franchise but does it accomplish either?

What can we learn about the inner life from a 2005 epic film about the Crusades?Check out our discussion and find out!Rhys and Caleb delve deep into their loves of story, film, history, faith, and the journey towards inner peace to unpack the layers of meaning in this highly under-rated director's cut of a Ridley Scott film.The story is simple - follow the lowly blacksmith Balian as his long lost knight-of-a-father reclaims him and ushers him into the crusades. Travel to Jerusalem, supposedly the source of all healing and forgiveness, and the much disputed jewel in the eyes of Christian and Muslim empires. Wrestle with the wildly opposing kingdoms hidden amongst each other.A kingdom of earth, of power, of wealth, and violence.A kingdom of conscience, and peace, that grows in the heart of any one will slow down to recognize it.We tackle faith, trauma, racism, mindfulness, and the difficult journey of being a peaceful person. Listen along and let us know what you think!The Outer Circle Inner Stillness channel is made possible through likes, shares, reviews, and financial support from its patrons and friends. One-time donations can be made on Venmo at @newpatterncounseling, and regular membership and support can be done through patreon.com/outercircle. Rhys can be found through his practice at www.newpatterncounseling.com.Caleb can be found through his practice at www.calebkellercounselingpllc.net.All honest questions and vulnerable feelings welcome. We'd love to hear from you!

Things are getting pointedly horn-y on this episode, as we go galloping into the myth-busting Death of a Unicorn, before taking a classic turn with the lush Director's Cut of Legend. And remember… Stay  clear of Toadstool Rings and Willow Trees – and Old Oaks!! #legend #deathofaunicorn #unicorn #jennaortega #paulrudd #miasara #tomcruise #timcurry #ridleyscott

My Productivity Hack: https://www.magicmind.com/FCLT20 Use my code FCLT20 for 20% off #magicmind STEEEEEEEVUH, Kill Donkeys! It's time for FOOD COURT, your favorite podcast, where we brave the malls and the movie halls so you don't have to! Sean and Mampy watched A Minecraft Movie, the family funtime director by Jared Hess. Will the chums chuckle like they're watching Napolean Dynamite? Or will their eyes glaze over like they're watching the director's cut of Ridley Scott's Napoleon? Tune in to find out! So grab your popcorn, sneak in your snacks, and pop your pepto because it's time to spin kick a thick wooden door! Bon Appétit!

We visit what will likely be the most accurate portrayal of life on Mars, when they watch Matt Damon science the sh!t out of it, in this 2015 Ridley Scott film. Promo: Based on a True Story Podcast (https://www.basedonatruestorypodcast.com/) Please click, follow, rate and review! https://linktr.ee/TSPandOE_Podcasts

Twenty years ago, Sir Ridley Scott (Gladiator, Napoleon, 1492, Black Hawk Down) directed yet another large-scale historical drama.....this time taking place during the Crusades as we watch war escalate between the Saracins and Christian armies sent over from Europe.  And apparently no one really cared. :( The film received middling reviews and box office upon release.  However following in the tradition of another maligned, often misunderstood genre epic which he directed back in the 1980's - Blade Runner - Ridley Scott arranged to have HIS own personal extended director's cut released to DVD, including at least forty minutes of extra footage.  The reaction was not only universally postiive but THIS version (which Ridley insists is the COMPLETE version of the story he was trying to tell) is now looked upon by many as one of his masterpieces.  It also features a stacked international cast including Orlando Bloom, Eva Green, Jeremy Irons, David Thewlis, Marton Csokas, Brendan Gleeson, and Alexander Siddig.  Let's head back to the 12th Century Jerusalem to explore this epic tale!Host & Editor: Geoff GershonProducer: Marlene GershonSend us a texthttps://livingforthecinema.com/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/Living-for-the-Cinema-Podcast-101167838847578Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/livingforthecinema/Letterboxd:https://letterboxd.com/Living4Cinema/

WARNING! This post and episode both contain spoilers!We are back to discuss Gladiator II, the sequel to Ridley Scott's smash hit Gladiator (2000). Gladiator II is set in the joint reign of Caracalla and Geta. These emperors were brothers in real life, but not the creepy twins shown in the movie. However, let's not get caught up in historical detail! After all, Lucilla should have been executed by Commodus in the first film if we were sticking to the facts.In Gladiator II, we learn that Lucilla's precious son, Lucius Verus, was hidden away in the provinces after Commodus' death and became alienated from the imperial family. He clearly inherited the military skills of his real father (Maximus or Russell Crowe), as Lucius is something of a local hero in his new home.But no one can resist the power of Rome forever. After a military defeat, Lucius ends up in the arena and spends the film wrestling with his past, his trauma and the corruption of Rome. Just like his dad!Whilst Lucius Verus is the hero of this film, as is so often the case in movies about Ancient Rome, the villain steals the show. Macrinus (Denzel Washington) is a master manipulator, skilfully playing a dangerous political game. Will the ghost of Maximus past allow Lucius to finally set Rome on a virtuous path? Or is Rome doomed to be dominated by corrupt politicians? And boy, do we have a treat in store for you all! We were privileged to talk to a giant in the field of classical reception, a man who has spent many decades studying Roman history on film.Martin M. Winkler is Distinguished University Professor and Professor of Classics at George Mason University in Northern Virginia. His research interests include classical mythology, Roman history, classical literature, the classical tradition, and classical literature, history and myth on film. Professor Winkler's list of publications is long indeed, but we will cite a few of our favourites. The Roman Salute: Cinema, History and Ideology (2009), Ovid on Screen: A Montage of Attractions (2020) and most recently, Classical Antiquity and the Cinematic Imagination (2024). Professor Winkler has edited and contributed to volumes on the films Troy (from 2004), Kubrick's 1960 Spartacus, and importantly for today, Ridley Scott's original 2000 Gladiator.We hope that you enjoy our conversation with Professor Winkler in which we discuss:The characters of Maximus and Lucius VerusThe aesthetic of Gladiator IIThe representation of the army and praetorian guard in the sequelThe Roman Senate of Gladiator IIHistorical accuracy in Gladiator IIFor our full show notes and transcript, head over to our website: https://partialhistorians.com/2025/04/03/special-episode-gladiator-ii-with-professor-martin-m-winkler/ For our full show notes and edited transcripts, head on over to https://partialhistorians.com/Support the showPatreonKo-FiRead our booksRex: The Seven Kings of RomeYour Cheeky Guide to the Roman Empire Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We crack open some cold ones and dive into the world of mystical unicorns, dark fairytales, and bizarre fantasy storytelling. First up, we take on A24's wild new entry, Death of a Unicorn—a movie that dares to mix corporate greed, magical creatures, and absurdist humor. Then, we rewind to Ridley Scott's 1985 classic, Legend, where Tom Cruise battles Tim Curry's devilish Darkness in a visually stunning, synth-laden adventure. This episode also marks the beginning of our quest to tick off some of the Great American Craft Beers oversights that deserve a spot on the Mt. Rushmore of Craft Beer. Which legendary brew makes the cut? And does it pair well with unicorn-related chaos? Grab a drink and join us as we break it all down—cheers!

Producer Doug Wick takes us behind the scenes of the legendary Gladiator and its highly anticipated sequel, Gladiator II. Initially marketed as a fight movie, it attracted mostly men; however, Wick shares how the dramatic and harrowing themes drew in female audiences, transcending the film beyond its action elements. He shares his firsthand experience working with visionary director Ridley Scott and how Scott's detailed storyboarding for both films streamlined the shooting process and created a clear vision for the cast and crew. From collaborating with Gladiator icons Russell Crowe and Joaquin Phoenix to assembling an all-star cast for Gladiator II, including Paul Mescal, Denzel Washington, and Pedro Pascal, Wick offers thrilling insights into the epic world of the Gladiator franchise. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're on crusade in the holy land. For a task this big we had to call in some help! We're joined by One Take Gil and Daniel from @OneTakeVids and @OneTakePodcast to tackle the directors cut of Kingdom of Heaven (2005). This movie stars Orlando Bloom, Liam Neeson, Eva Green, and was directed by Ridley Scott. We are proud to announce our NEW Patreon is available: https://www.patreon.com/reviewinghistory We hope you sign up and enjoy the fun we're having over there. LIKE AND SUBSCRIBE PLEASE! Please give us a rating and a review on ApplePodcasts or Spotify. It helps potential sponsors find the show! Sign up for @Riversidefm: www.riverside.fm/?via=reviewi... Sign up for @BetterHelp: betterhelp.com/reviewinghistory Email Us: Reviewinghistorypod@gmail.com Follow Us: www.facebook.com/reviewinghistory twitter.com/rviewhistorypod letterboxd.com/antg4836/ letterboxd.com/spfats/ letterboxd.com/BrianRuppert/ letterboxd.com/brianruppert/list…eviewing-history/ twitter.com/Brianruppert #comedy #history #podcast #comedypodcast #historypodcast #crusade #jerusalem #Medieval #christianity #holywar #war #ridleyscott #cinema #movies #moviereview #filmcriticisms #moviehistory #hackthemovies #redlettermedia #onetake #onetakepodcast #rlm #historybuff #tellemstevedave #tesd

Send us a Question!PATREON MOVIE DISCUSSION: This movie was selected by our Patreon Supporters over at the Cinematic Doctrine Patreon. Support as little as $3 a month and have your voice heard! Shirleon joins Melvin to discuss our latest Patron-Selected movie, Exodus: Gods and Kings! Can Ridley Scott give this paramount Bible story the Gladiator treatment? Does it play fast and loose with the historical account? Was it, at the very least, enjoyable? Tune in to find out!Topics:(PATREON EXCLUSIVE) 33-minutes discussing the various drama leading up to Snow White (2025)'s release as well as it's Rotten Tomato Score debut. (PATREON EXCLUSIVE)Shirleon, "I hated it. I hated the direction that it went."Melvin, "It's super rare to find movies that feel like they're devoid of content."What deflates the material is how remedial it is compared to the rich complexities of the Biblical text.A follow-up to criticism's mentioned in the Journey to Bethlehem episode regarding bible-reading statistics.The film doesn't just mischaracterize historical figures, it mischaracterizes biblical figures, texts, and God Himself, all in ways that can't be considered concessions of the medium.Melvin talks about the one scene in the movie he liked.The two agree: It's not just a bad biblical adaptation, it's also a bad movie.Recommendations:Read Exodus from the BibleThe Prince of Egypt (1998) (Movie) (Cinematic Doctrine Episode)The Ten Commandments (1956) (Movie)The Midnight Meat Train (2008) (Movie) Support the showSupport on Patreon for Unique Perks! Early access to uncut episodes Vote on a movie/show we review One-time reward of two Cinematic Doctrine Stickers & Pins Social Links: Threads Website Substack Instagram Facebook Group

Soren continues his unexpected deep dive into The Bachelor with a detailed breakdown of the "Fantasy Suites" episodes, where the final three women get overnight dates with Grant. The guys analyze the emotional manipulation built into the show's format and how contestants deal with knowing their potential partner is sleeping with multiple people while professing love to each of them. Plus: an undercover Mormon, why the shortest path to winning the show might be feigning nonchalance about se*ual jealousy, and Soren's realization that the Mormons are well represented in New Jersey.Follow the guys on Bluesky:https://bsky.app/profile/sorenbowie.bsky.social/https://bsky.app/profile/danielobrien.bsky.socialThanks to ASPCA Pet Insurance for sponsoring this episode. To explore coverage, visit ASPCApetinsurance.com/QUESTION.  The ASPCA is not an insurer and is not engaged in the business of insurance.

"Witchcraft in general is such a charged word. We literally house babies in our stomachs. That's some Ridley Scott shit."Sequel month is getting witchy as The Wives Colangelo are joined by the incomparable Alexandra Heller-Nicholas to discuss the highly controversial lega-sequel, THE CRAFT: LEGACY. Does this movie deserve all the hate it gets? Could this have been a beloved movie if it wasn't saddled with the name of a sacred IP? Will we ever get a "woke Timmy" spinoff? We're calling the corners and trying to find the answers, will you be our fourth?---Become a Patron!https://www.patreon.com/thisendsatprom----MONTHLY SUPPORT SPOTLIGHTHelp Nina Nguyen Make Her Comedy Special: DREAMS!https://seedandspark.com/fund/dreams-comedy-special#storyHelp Rekha Shankar Make Her Movie: Vidhya's Guide to the Afterlife!rekhamovie.com----Follow our guest!Alexandra Heller-Nicholas: @horrornonna | https://horrornonna.com/The Cinema Coven: Witches, Witchcraft and Women's Filmmaking – is now on sale through McFarland: https://mcfarlandbooks.com/product/the-cinema-coven/----Follow the Show: @ThisEndsAtPromBJ Colangelo: @BJColangeloHarmony Colangelo: @Veloci_trap_tor / @HarmonyColangelo on Bluesky----------Logo Design: Haley Doodles @HaleyDoodleDoTheme Song: The Sonder Bombs 'Title': https://thesonderbombs.bandcamp.com/