Joe Bloggs About Films
by Joe Hobson
Waffling about films and tv.
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Podcast episodes
Season 1
Jurassic Park III
Released in 2001, 'Jurassic Park III' sadly didn't' reach the same heights as its predecessors. With a very troubled production, its evident that the film didn't really know what it wanted to do or say - but as a kid, I enjoyed the film nonetheless! In this revisit, I'll be diving in to the films background, development and overall thoughts on this messy affair that saw Sam Neill's Dr Alan Grant be whisked off to Isla Sorna, where more dinosaur mayhem, plot conveniently, unfolds.
IF
John Krasinski brings us 'IF', a beautiful story which sees a young girl make it her mission to reunite IF's with their respected children. There is so much to enjoy and love about this film; its heartwarming, emotional, funny, but deep within its core are many themes ranging from love, growing up and grief. With a fantastic script, exceptional score (courtesy of the brilliant Michael Giacchino), stunning visual effects and brilliant actors in Cailey Fleming and Ryan Reynolds, 'IF' has certainly cemented itself as one of the films of the year. Full thoughts in this review
The Fall Guy
David Leitch brings us 'The Fall Guy'; a love letter to stunt work in film. Along for the journey is Ryan Gosling, who I adore in comedic roles, and the ever brilliant Emily Blunt - both bringing their A game in a match made in heaven. Though the overall plot isn't as good as I hoped for, it still has some fantastic action set pieces, as well as laughs for all with its meta jokes regarding the film industry. Biggest highlight though goes to Gosling and Blunt who's chemistry oozes into every scene, making it all the more entertaining. Full thoughts in this review.
The Podcast Strikes Back! A 200th Episode Special
Time to get the party hats, because its EPISODE 200! All the waffling has led to this, and joining me on this celebratory episode are my good friends, and fellow film enthusiasts, Ben, Arun & Andrew, as we have a good ol' natter about all things cinema. Thanks to everyone who has supported the pod since it started!
Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace
'The Phantom Menace' celebrates its 25th Anniversary; a film that defined a generation, even if it was met with mixed responses from fans and critics. Being a 90's kid, this film was everything to me growing up. Though the flaws stick out more the older, and dare I say wiser I have become, there's still some dazzling moments within this film that are up there as some of my favourite Star Wars sequences. Full thoughts in this revisit