John Boorman's gonzo 1974 sci-fi parable, Zardoz, may not be the first film that comes to mind when recalling the late Sean Connery, but maybe that's the point. Come, FMBuffs, meditate with us on the 2nd level as we honour Connery by watching him emerge from Bond stardom into a brave new world filled with flying stone heads, green bread and racy, impractical wardrobe choices. next week: Citizen Kane

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AWAKEN SLEEPERS. Welcome to Arrakis, FMBuffs, where spice is plentiful and water is not. This week our hosts, in a fit of impatience and curiosity, discuss David Lynch's infamous 1984 stab at adapting DUNE for the big screen. What follows is a migraine-inducing breakdown of book-to-screen translation, the pronunciation of 'Dune', and more Fremen slang than you can wave a Gom Jabbar at. Enjoy. next week we honour the passing of Sir Sean Connery with Zardoz. 

DUNE (1984)

In this short, but sweet episode, our hosts explore the pitfalls of gentrification and tourism in a Cornish fishing village via Mark Jenkins astonishing independent 2019 feature 'Bait'. Despite the distancing effect of it's unorthodox trappings, the boys find themselves thoroughly mesmerised by the films unassuming, yet bold style. next week we make believe and watch David Lynch's "DUNE" in lieu of the again-delayed Villeneuve version. 

Bait (2019)

In this episode, our hosts take another sip from the David Lowery chalice and sit down to discuss 2018's The Old Man and The Gun.  The film has a wonderfully light touch, and this episode breezes by as the boys discuss the films many highlights including an effortless performance from Robert Redford in his final film role. next week: Mark Jenkin's low-fi 2019 drama, Bait 

The Old Man and The Gun

Happy Halloween FMBuffs, we've snuck in uncharacteristically early for our Spooktacular Halloween episode this year! Now The Haunting Bly Manor wasn't exactly scary, but the real horror in this episode lies in the truly merciless feeding frenzy that ensues once our hosts dive into exactly why it didn't quite cut the mustard. Accents, concepts, performances and writing all face up to the FMB firing squad and the results are not for the faint of heart.  next week: The Old Man And The Gun

The Haunting of Bly Manor

Join us this week as the FMB build another snowman out of their collective thoughts on 2019's sequel to Disney's Frozen - Frozen 2. Our hosts aren't as forgiving this time around as they were with the film's forebear and despite some early points of contention, Frozen 2 ultimately melts under the boy's scorching-hot gaze. next week: The Haunting of Bly Manor 

Frozen 2

In a jam-packed episode, our hosts sit down to trace the perplexing and unique curve of the Universal Soldier film franchise.  They discuss the evolution of the 6-film series from it's lukewarm original to it's pathetic small-screen ambitions and all the way to its maddening, psychotronic and ---legitimately amazing, not-to-be-missed final instalments - Regeneration and Day of Reckoning. Don't look at us like that. They are actually really good.  next week: Frozen 2 

Universal Soldier's universe of soldiers

This week, the FMB return with guest, Sean, to the bayou, to Burt Reynolds, to the second instalment of the White Lightning duology: Burt's 1976 directorial debut "GATOR".  Much to Nick's dismay, Archer was wrong and the film is stinky swamp water, but the boys have a good old time describing exactly why that's the case. next week we discuss the trajectory of the Universal Soldier film series. 

"Gator" (feat. Sean)

This week the FMB gather to discuss David Lowery's beautiful, fabular and heart-wrenching "A Ghost Story". There's not much fat on the film and the episode reflects that, but fear not, even with the shortened length we manage to pay lip service to Rooney Mara's pie eating abilities and Casey Affleck's rippin' bod before he hides it under that big white sheet.  next episode: Mcklusky returns with "Gator"

A Ghost Story

This week the FMB navigate the neurotic mindscape of Charlie Kaufman's latest directorial feature "i'm thinking of ending things". There's a lot to chew on with this one and opinions on the film's meaning and quality pinball wildly among our three hosts; which, if anything, is probably the desired effect.  next week: David Lowery's "A Ghost Story"

i'm thinking of ending things

YEAW! This week polish up that rebel yell and grab yourselves a bowlful of Shakey Pudding as you listen to our hosts (and returning guest) talk more Burt Reynolds in the first instalment of the shine-runnin', rubber burnin' Gator film series: White Lightning.  next week: I'm Thinking of Ending Things 

White Lightning (feat. Sean)

This week, recurring guest Sean reappears and zaps the FMB back into the past as we revisit a childhood favourite, the star-making Michael Caine war epic "ZULU". Given the context, they quickly set to discussing the racial and colonial aspects of the film before going into historical accuracy, the film's influence and whether or not it's appropriate to tarnish a good yarn about Rorke's Drift with that pesky thing we call truth.   next week: White Lightning

Zulu (ft. Sean)

They day has finally arrived. After three delayed release dates, those fortunate enough to venture outdoors for a trip to the theatre are free to induce an aneurysm by watching Christopher Nolan's latest: "Tenet". Our hosts, with guest Anand, sit down and discuss the films palindromic plot, performances and questionable sound mixing while wrestling with the larger implications of this deliberately puzzling, dazzling, distant and frustrating viewing experience. audio could be better this week, but we have some new equipment on the way! next week : Zulu

TENET (feat. Anand)

This episode your mind is the scene of the crime. Christopher Nolan's upcoming 'Tenet' looks to be a contender for 'the most Christopher Nolan movie ever made' so the FMB decide to revisit the reigning champ and celebrate it's 10 year anniversary at the same time! So grab your totems, blow that Zimmer horn and dive into unconstructed Podspace as we talk INCEPTION. next week: Tenet

INCEPTION

Hey you! Put down that copy of Boy Stuff and listen up! The FMB have got the scoop of a lifetime and wanna tell you all about it! It's a twofer this week as the boys get to tick off a Frank Capra AND bask in another seismic performance from star James Stewart. Listen as our hosts flaunt a rudimentary understanding of American politics, educate themselves on Oswald The Rabbit and spend far too much time talking about one of their least favourite topics.  next week hop on the dream train to Chris Nolan's Inception.

Mr Smith Goes To Washington

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