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For Screen and Country
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Brendan and Jason dive into the British Film Institute's Top 100 British Films of All-Time list. What does that mean? Well, they'll be exploring each film's significance, if it deserves its place in history and answering questions and comments from you, the listeners.
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The Imitation Game
4d ago01:13:34Tap to summarizeWe're off-list this week to discuss the Oscar-nominated biopic The Imitation Game concerning the story of Alan Turing and his code-breaking skills that helped to put to rest some nasty Nazis. The guys talk about the gaggle of historical inaccuracies in this Hollywood adaptation and whether it ruins the film at all, Benedict Cumberbatch and Keira Knightley's wonderful performances, the controversy surrounding the downplay of certain elements of Turing's life, real-life legal implications of the film and so much more. Next week: Heydrich goes down again! Questions? Comments? Suggestions? You can always shoot us an e-mail at forscreenandcountry@gmail.com Full List: https://www.pastemagazine.com/movies/war-movies/the-100-greatest-war-movies-of-all-time Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/forscreenandcountry Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/fsacpod Our logo was designed by the wonderful Mariah Lirette (https://instagram.com/its.mariah.xo) The Imitation Game stars Benedict Cumberbatch, Keira Knightley, Matthew Goode, Rory Kinnear, Allen Leach, Matthew Beard, Charles Dance and Mark Strong; directed by Morten Tyldum. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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The Beast
2w ago01:15:09Tap to summarizeThis week the fellas fire up their DeLorean and head back to Afghanistan and this time, they drop in on the Soviet-Afghan war! After a group of Soviet tanks massacre and destroy a civilian town hiding Mujahideen, the surviving war machine attempts to escape to the lines. Meanwhile, local Khan Taj and his guerilla brethren vow to destroy the tank and wreck vengeance upon the invaders. Ripping stuff, absolutely ripping, so join them, won't you? The fellas, I mean, not the Mujahideen. That could be a real problem... politically. So, don't! Besides, they're in control now and they certainly don't need you. Next week: a really smart guy. Questions? Comments? Suggestions? You can always shoot us an e-mail at forscreenandcountry@gmail.com Full List: https://www.pastemagazine.com/movies/war-movies/the-100-greatest-war-movies-of-all-time Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/forscreenandcountry Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/fsacpod Our logo was designed by the wonderful Mariah Lirette (https://instagram.com/its.mariah.xo) The Beast stars Jason Patric, George Dzundza, Steven Bauer, Stephen Baldwin, Don Harvey and Erick Avari; directed by Kevin Reynolds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Where Eagles Dare
3w ago01:09:33Tap to summarizeThe fellas get all greased up and talk about some manly men this week with 1968's Where Eagles Dare. Clint Eastwood AND Richard Burton together? You betcha! The guys talk about the surprising lack of tension on the set, the acting masterclass during the pivotal reveal, Ingrid Pitt's horrifying backstory, George Lucas and Steven Spielberg's connections with the film and much more! Next week: Afghanistan! Questions? Comments? Suggestions? You can always shoot us an e-mail at forscreenandcountry@gmail.com Full List: https://www.pastemagazine.com/movies/war-movies/the-100-greatest-war-movies-of-all-time Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/forscreenandcountry Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/fsacpod Our logo was designed by the wonderful Mariah Lirette (https://instagram.com/its.mariah.xo) Where Eagles Dare stars Richard Burton, Clint Eastwood, Mary Ure, Patrick Wymark, Michael Hordern, Donald Houston, Peter Barkworth, Robert Beatty and Ingrid Pitt; directed by Brian G. Hutton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Empire of the Sun
4w ago01:19:53Tap to summarizeThis week, the Dark Knight rises! No, we're not watching the 2012 Batman threequel, you silly person! Why would you think that? It's the rise of the actor Christian Bale, in 1987 's Empire of the Sun! As the young son of British diplomats, Jamie (Bale) navigates the second world war as the Japanese invade his hometown of Shanghai. Separated from his parents, he clings to American sailor Bassie (John Malkovich) as he struggles to survive. "Folks, this kid is going places, mark my words" - (Jason, 1987, Age 4). Next week: Dads, unite! Questions? Comments? Suggestions? You can always shoot us an e-mail at forscreenandcountry@gmail.com Full List: https://www.pastemagazine.com/movies/war-movies/the-100-greatest-war-movies-of-all-time Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/forscreenandcountry Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/fsacpod Our logo was designed by the wonderful Mariah Lirette (https://instagram.com/its.mariah.xo) Empire of the Sun stars Christian Bale, John Malkovich, Miranda Richardson, Nigel Havers, Leslie Phillips, Robert Stephens, Paul McGann, Ben Stiller, Burt Kwouk and Joe Pantoliano; directed by Steven Spielberg. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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The Last of the Mohicans
May 401:21:09Tap to summarizeDDL is back, baby! But this time... are the guys celebrating as much as usual? In what is sure to be a divisive episode, Brendan and Jason take a close look at Michael Mann's The Last of the Mohicans and question if Daniel Day-Lewis is at his usual best. They also talk about the non-stereotypical portrayal of the indigenous peoples, the very recognizable score and much more. Next week: Spielberg! Questions? Comments? Suggestions? You can always shoot us an e-mail at forscreenandcountry@gmail.com Full List: https://www.pastemagazine.com/movies/war-movies/the-100-greatest-war-movies-of-all-time Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/forscreenandcountry Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/fsacpod Our logo was designed by the wonderful Mariah Lirette (https://instagram.com/its.mariah.xo) The Last of the Mohicans stars Daniel Day-Lewis, Madeleine Stowe, Russell Means, Eric Schweig, Jodhi May, Steven Waddington, Pete Postlethwaite, Colm Meaney and Wes Studi; directed by Michael Mann. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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M*A*S*H
Apr 2701:16:14Tap to summarizeBoy, war is hell, all bloody and dirty and whatnot. But it isn't all glum, chum! No, the boys and girls of the 4077th MASH unit find plenty of time to play grab-ass and and cause all kinds of chaos. Surely, you didn't think the war ended at the front line! These nurses and doctors are fighting the only way they know how - surgery, sex and awful misogynist attacks disguised as pranks! There's a reason folks are always referring to Korea as "the fun war!" Next week: back to the list... in Korea! Questions? Comments? Suggestions? You can always shoot us an e-mail at forscreenandcountry@gmail.com Full List: https://www.pastemagazine.com/movies/war-movies/the-100-greatest-war-movies-of-all-time Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/forscreenandcountry Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/fsacpod Our logo was designed by the wonderful Mariah Lirette (https://instagram.com/its.mariah.xo) M*A*S*H stars Donald Sutherland, Elliott Gould, Sally Kellerman, Tom Skerritt, Robert Duvall, René Auberjonois, Gary Burghoff, Bud Cort and Fred Williamson; directed by Robert Altman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Apr 2001:06:54Tap to summarizeMalick did it! But Malick wasn't the first one who did it! Marton first! The fellas talk about the 1964 novel-to-film adaptation of The Thin Red Line. Just how different are these adaptations? What's with the David Lynchian dream sequence? Why do soldiers enjoy dressing in drag so much? All this and more! Next week: back to the list... in Korea! Questions? Comments? Suggestions? You can always shoot us an e-mail at forscreenandcountry@gmail.com Full List: https://www.pastemagazine.com/movies/war-movies/the-100-greatest-war-movies-of-all-time Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/forscreenandcountry Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/fsacpod Our logo was designed by the wonderful Mariah Lirette (https://instagram.com/its.mariah.xo) The Thin Red Line stars Keir Dullea, Jack Warden, James Philbrook, Bob Kanter, Ray Daley, Kieron Moore, Merlyn Yordan and Jim Gillen; directed by Andrew Marton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Free State of Jones
Apr 1301:12:25Tap to summarizeHis nephew dead and his mind newly class-conscious, Confederate medic Newton Knight (Matthew McConaughey) deserts the Rebs and retreats to a swamp in his beloved Jones County with a multiracial crew of ne'er-do-wells and ex-slaves in tow. This ain't your typical Civil War movie and I bet it makes Ron Maxwell angry for reasons he can't articulate. The boys discussed Free State of Jones so get educated! Next week: another red line. Questions? Comments? Suggestions? You can always shoot us an e-mail at forscreenandcountry@gmail.com Full List: https://www.pastemagazine.com/movies/war-movies/the-100-greatest-war-movies-of-all-time Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/forscreenandcountry Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/fsacpod Our logo was designed by the wonderful Mariah Lirette (https://instagram.com/its.mariah.xo) Free State of Jones stars Matthew McConaughey, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Keri Russell, Christopher Barry, Sean Bridgers, Jacob Lofland and Mahershala Ali; directed by Gary Ross. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Memphis Belle
Apr 601:14:03Tap to summarizeAfter the boys recall their abominable state during the Whisky Galore episode some eons ago, they dive deep into the WWII air force film Memphis Belle starring a who's who of Hollywood's brightest and hottest stars of 1990. They also discuss the moments of terrific visual effects mixed with some of the most questionable ones, historical inaccuracies not getting in the way of enjoyment and so much more. Next week: Let's start our own state, alright alright alright. Questions? Comments? Suggestions? You can always shoot us an e-mail at forscreenandcountry@gmail.com Full List: https://www.pastemagazine.com/movies/war-movies/the-100-greatest-war-movies-of-all-time Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/forscreenandcountry Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/fsacpod Our logo was designed by the wonderful Mariah Lirette (https://instagram.com/its.mariah.xo) Memphis Belle stars Matthew Modine, Tate Donovan, D.B. Sweeney, Billy Zane, Eric Stoltz, Reed Diamond, Sean Astin, Courtney Gains, Harry Connick Jr., David Strathairn, Jane Horrocks and John Lithgow; directed by Michael Caton-Jones. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jackboots on Whitehall
Mar 3001:01:39Tap to summarizeThe Germans did not attempt to invade Great Britain during WWII. But imagine this, soldier: what if (and stay with me here) they did? And what if it was a story told via action figures?! You like that, fella? That get the old war juices flowing? Well, don't grab a napkin just yet before we talk about 2010's Jackboots on Whitehall. You don't want a rash. Next week: A real pretty plane. Questions? Comments? Suggestions? You can always shoot us an e-mail at forscreenandcountry@gmail.com Full List: https://www.pastemagazine.com/movies/war-movies/the-100-greatest-war-movies-of-all-time Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/forscreenandcountry Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/fsacpod Our logo was designed by the wonderful Mariah Lirette (https://instagram.com/its.mariah.xo) Jackboots on Whitehall stars the voices of Ewan McGregor, Rosamund Pike, Richard E. Grant, Tom Wilkinson, Alan Cumming, Richard Griffiths, Stephen Merchant, Pam Ferris, Richard O'Brien, Tobias Menzies and Timothy Spall; directed by Edward McHenry and Rory McHenry Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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