This week we review the 2020 American apocalyptic survival disaster thriller film Greenland directed by Ric Roman Waugh.

Starring Gerard Butler and Morena Baccarin the film follows the family as they fight for survival before a planet destroying comet hits earth.

Get the popcorn ready and buckle up - this is a better than average disaster movie but the Aussie manages to ruin it with his ridiculoulsly in depth analaysis of a film that doesnt need it.

The Aussie's interruptions and dull explanations set the Scotsman off - and he gets progressively more annoyed until he turns around and says "you are actually ruining this movie for me".

Some interesting ethical and moral questions come up and the Aussie's family might be a little surprised with his answers.

We run through a list of all time world ending diaster movies - do you have a favourite?

This is worth watching before you listen as there are some nice twists that we don't want to ruin for you. But not the end of the world - no pun intended - if you don't.

We look forward to Greenland 2.

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This week we review the 1951 American psychological thriller film noir Strangers on a Train produced and directed by Alfred Hitchcock, based on the 1950 novel of the same name by Patricia Highsmith.

It was shot in late 1950, and released by Warner Bros. on June 30, 1951, starring Farley Granger, Ruth Roman and Robert Walker.

The story concerns two strangers who meet on a train, one of whom is a psychopath who suggests that they "exchange" murders so that neither will be caught.

The film initially received mixed reviews, but has since been regarded much more favorably.

In 2021, the film was selected for preservation in the United States National Film Registry by the Library of Congress as being "culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant".

We welcome back The Doc - Doctor Andrew - as we were in some desperate need of intelligent debate and discussion.

We kick off with pet peeves "is it ok to park in front of a persons driveway?" and we ask "is it ok to walk straight into someones house uninvited regardless of how well you know them" ;

The Aussie finally appreciates why this masterpiece set the scene for later thrillers and the Scotsman can't help binging up our previous review of Duel - if you haven't listened the podcast that nearly ended Aussie and the Scotsman - check that one out!

https://open.spotify.com/episode/4j38Lj7fdOHC7pg6yIiQR8?si=4c1748449f1d4f67

Our previous guest Simon- a student of film - is referenced often and we find out that the Doc wanted desperately to be a movie director.

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This week we review the 2000 Australian crime drama film Chopper starring Eric Bana as Mark 'Chopper' Read.

Aussie, Aussie, Aussie - it's an all Aussie podcast as the boys recreate the "cash - no cash here" scene and discuss this Australian classic in detail.

Nominated for a well deserved 9 AACTA (Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts) awards this is a fantastic movie showcasing the life of Chopper.

What is true and what is not true? Well we know the ear cutting off is true cause we can see it! The rest we may need to take with a pinch of salt.

If you know different please let us know.

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This week we review the recently released (2 days ago) 2025 American superhero film Superman based on the eponymous character from DC Comics.

Written and directed by James Gunn, it is the first film in the DC Universe produced by DC Studios and the second reboot of the Superman film series.

David Corenswet stars as Clark Kent / Superman, alongside Rachel Brosnahan, Nicholas Hoult, Edi Gathegi, Anthony Carrigan, Nathan Fillion, and Isabela Merced.

*SPOILER ALERT* *SPOILER ALERT*

In the film, Superman must prove to the world that he is their protector after billionaire Lex Luthor conducts a plan to turn public opinion against him.

We welcome Charlie to the studio - the Aussie's son - a big DC and Marvel fan and he loves Superman.

This is a re-imagining of the original Superman movie and character - true to the comic book.

For old school movie watchers like the Aussie and the Scotsman they prefer the Christopher Reeve Superman - BUT it is a re-imagining, a re-awakening of a franchise that lost it's way in the past couple of movies.

James Gunn has stayed true to the comic book and that's why 15 year old Charlie loves this movie. And why the old fossils don't. Charlie schools us. He educates us. He challenges us.

This is a great podcast. One of our longest - because Charlie brings a wealth of knowledge - with clear and concise arguments and information.

The Aussie has a dirty day in the back half of the podcast when he starts to get a bit tired - and makes all manner of mistakes. All taken in good jest and very funny.

This is by far a perfect movie regardless of which Superman you like - and we debate specific scenes and plot points - and SPOILER ALERT again, we are about to ruin some scenes for you.

• the Russian Roulette scene - a huge contrast in terms of tone to the rest of the movie. Did it fit? Was it meant to have that impact?
• The Scotsman has a real problem with the dog and Superman's parents
• We question why Lex Luthor cried at the end.
• We all wished we saw more of Superman as the bumbling Clark Kent and the Perry White character was underused as the Editor of the Daily Planet
• And finally......what about the second half of Superman's message from his parents. Let's discuss that!!!!

Did you know the original creators sold the rights to Superman to DC Comics for $132 US - maybe the most lopsided deal in history - that and more trivia in one of our favourite reviews.

(EDIT - Millie Alcock is in Australia TV show Upright not Upside Down as the Scotsman says during the podcast)

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F1 (2025)

This week we review the recently released F1 movie - which is a 2025 American sports drama film, starring Brad Pitt as a racing driver who returns to Formula One (F1) after a 30-year absence to save his former teammate’s underdog team, APXGP, from collapse.

Damson Idris, Kerry Condon, Tobias Menzies, and Javier Bardem also star.

The film was directed by Joseph Kosinski and produced by Jerry Bruckheimer.

This podcast comes with spoiler alerts. And this is a must watch at the movies. If possible at an IMAX theatre.

It’s pure popcorn and an unadulterated flashy American take on F1. But it is great. We were absorbed into this movie - we were in the car with the drivers, our bodies moving at every turn, gasping and grabbing our heads at various points - this was very close to being a fully immersive experience. The technology was developed to make it so. You won't experience this at home - go and watch the movie at the cinema you won't regret it.

There is a bit of cheese as you would expect and the love story is forced. But who cares.

Sit back and enjoy the ride!

Shout out To Mercadante Woodfired Pizzeria at 123 Lygon Street, Carlton - ask for Carlos who will give you a free chocolate pizza and 2 surprises if you mention Aussie and the Scotsman podcast.

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This week we discuss the 2008 historical film drama Hunger directed by Steve McQueen, starring Michael Fassbender, Liam Cunningham, and Liam McMahon.

The film stars Fassbender as Bobby Sands, the Provisional Irish Republican Army (IRA) member who led the second IRA hunger strike and participated in the no wash protest in which Irish republican prisoners tried to regain political status after it had been revoked by the British government in 1976.

It outlines events in the Maze Prison in the period leading up to the hunger strike and its aftermath.

The boys get serious here. The Aussie loves his biographies. But not this one. "slow and hard to understand" he says

The Scotsman calls the The Aussie ignorant!

What about that incredible 18 minute one take scene between Fassbender and Cunningham.

"I'm not here to do work, I'm here to be entertained" says the Aussie - forgetting he is a podcast movie reviewer!

The Aussie takes a hard stand but he slips up when he thinks the director Steve McQueen was in The Great Escape!

The Scotsman: "Steve McQueen also directed 12 Years a Slave"

The Aussie replies: "There's a bigger film that that mate ..... The Great Escape when he rode the motorbike over the fence".....

long long long pause while the Aussie digs a deeper hole for himself.

The Scotsman: "are you talking about Steve McQueen the....dead actor? ".

In terms of movie making this movie is unparalleled, unflinching - it is a masterclass in acting and a very important story.

A must watch from the Scotsman and a must miss by the Aussie.

You decide.

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This week we are delighted to welcome actor, comedian, and impressionist Jim Meskimen to the podcast.

Jim joins us via zoom from LA where we discuss his career as an artist, animator, actor and impressionist.

Jim has starred in 5 Ron Howard movies including Apollo 13 and Frost/Nixon as well as an acting career that spans the Fresh Prince of Bel Air, The Marvelous Mrs Mazel, Parks and Recreation and most recently Landman.

Jim regales us with stories including his encounter with Harvey Keitel that changed the trajectory of his career and his chance meeting with Robin Williams.

We find out that that being "a close observer of tremendous celebrity " on the set of Happy Days came to shape Jim's understanding of the industry and his role in it.

We hear from Robin Williams, Harrison Ford, Gene Hackman and George W Bush and the Scotsman bring his Sean Connery out with Jim as Indian Jones - tune in for some Hollywood insights and a laugh with the brilliant Jim Meskimen.

If you would like to see his very funny one man show Jimpressions at The Garry Marshall Theatre please email Jim direct jim@appliedsilliness.net and he will send you a link and password to that particular show.

Please also check out Jim's Instagram page @jimpressions where you will hear so many more of his uncanny impressions.

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This week we review the 2015 American biographical crime comedy-drama film The Big Short.

This is one of our earlier podcasts so it's short and sweet.

It documents how the 2007–2008 global financial crisis was triggered by the United States housing bubble.

The film stars Christian Bale, Steve Carell, Ryan Gosling, and Brad Pitt and some surprise cameos who break the fourth wall to explain concepts such as subprime mortgages and collateralized debt obligations.

Several of the film's characters directly address the audience, most frequently Gosling's, who serves as the narrator.

This is a complicated and devastating story, well told and clearly explained.

Don't be put off because it's about high finance. Having lived through it both they boys relate well to this one and we talk it through.

Definitely worth a watch if you were around during that time.

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