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BFGC 49 - Its a JCVD Party Van Dammit
Van Dammit, this is an entertainment packed weekend right here. In lieu of looking at films individually, we have constructed the ultimate JCVD movie marathon for you. Foz has painstakingly put together a couple of themed lists that give you the best the muscles from Brussels has to offer.
But is this The Quest a Hard Target? Is this worth going AWOL from work to watch ‘em all? And will all this excitement cause you Sudden Death?
Join us as we munch down on Belgian Waffles and see whether this movie marathon makes a Double Impact or if it’s a Maximum Risk that's not worth taking.
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BFGC 48 - Double Impact
Van Damme does the ultimate splits playing twins in Double Impact. What better way to celebrate June Claude Van Damme by having not one, but two JCVDs. This 1991 action movie was a huge hit, even though it didn’t light a fire under critics, and is arguably the one that spin-kicked JC out of B-movies to top of the A-class. No Double Impact… means no Universal Soldier, Hard Target or Timecop. We take a deep dive into this enjoyable romp, with a diverted focus on well developed body parts.
But why was the leading actress cast? Does Geoffrey Lewis manage to underplay his role? And are two JCVD’s simply too much?
Join us on a junk ride in Hong Kong harbour to see whether two heads are better than one, or if they cause double trouble (and we don’t mean the film we covered a few episodes ago)
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BFGC 47 - Reign of Fire
Idealistic Christian Bale takes a cross-country journey, with gruff veteran hunter Matt Mac to chase down a dragon in a post-cataclysmic Britain. It’s basically Jaws with dragons, and that can’t be bad… can it? This 2002 action/monster movie was a bit of a flop at the time, but has built up a cult following in the years since. This is a movie we’ve been looking forward to covering for some time. It is both good, and bad at the same time. Listen in to find out which side is more prevalent.
But can Ben remain objective about a film starring Christian Bale? Is Mac still a sexy beast even with a shaved head and beard? And isn’t it weird seeing Gerard Butler looking so thin?
Join us as at the dragon powered BBQ to find out if our collective nostalgic memories are gently warming or more like scorched earth.
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BFGC 46 - Ghosts of Girlfriends Past
What McConaughmay would be complete without a McConaughrom-com. There are so many to choose from, but we’ve gone with Ghosts of Girlfriend’s Past. A loose reworking of the classic story A Christmas Carol, with Matt Mac as a promiscuous, gamophobic Scrooge visited by the titular spectres. Jennifer Garner and Michael Douglas co-star in this lightweight, but utterly enjoyable film.
But is this Michael Douglas’ most controversial role to date? Does Jennifer have enough charm to Garner the heart of Matt? And is McConaughey just too charming to be tied to just one woman?
Join us at the wedding of the decade to see if this McConaughrom-com is a poltergeisty pleasure, or if the ghost’s make it a bust.
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BFGC 45 - Two For the Money
Alright, alright, awwwwriiiiight! It’s the glorious month of McConaughmay, celebrating the best Texan export since the discovery of oil. Kicking off this most sacred of months is Two For The Money, a “based on reality“ drama about the world of legalised sports betting. Matt Mac is brought into this shady world by a gambling Svengali, played by the legendary Al ‘hoo-ah’ Pacino. This is one of those movies that’s a slam dunk on paper, but it hit a short stop at the box office, and failed to score with the critics. Time (out) for us to take a punt, and revisit this classy looking drama.
But does Pacino act like a walking parody of himself? Will it persuade us to become gambling addicts? And is Matthew’s performance McONaughhay or McOFFaughhay?
Join us down the bookies to see if this gambling drama is an odds on favourite, or a waste of a betting slip.
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BFGC 44 - Double Trouble
Imagine if someone made a version of the Arnie/De Vito movie Twins, but cast actual twins. Welcome to Double Trouble from 1992 starring body building brothers Peter and David Paul. They are Dead Ringers, but couldn’t be more different. One’s a cop, the other is a criminal, and they must work together to stop the bad guys. This is one of those films that appears out of nowhere on Netflix and just begs to be watched. We did, and we’ll let you know if you should too.
But do these twins give identical performances? Was this film really made in 1992? And just how wrong does it feel to hear an OG Star Trek actor swearing?
Join us in the proper man’s gym to see if these overly buff brothers create a Double Impact, or if they are Twins of Evil.
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BFGC 43 - Showtime
It's Showtime! No, not Beetlejuice. Buddy cop meets reality TV in this 2002 action comedy. You might know it better as the one where William Shatner teaches De Niro how to act. That's right, Captain Kirk shows the man behind Travis Bickle, Jake La Motta, Rupert Pupkin and Young Vito how to act. That sounds good, yeah? But then it also stars a post 1980s Eddie Murphy, which is not such a sure thing. It was a critical and commercial bomb on release, but can it really be that bad? It's time to re-evaluate BFGC style.
But which films would you choose for the stars on the back of the DVD box? Will Eddie Murphy rein it in, or be all swivelling bug eyes? And is it possible for William Shatner to be the best actor in a movie?
Join us in the LAPD squad room to see if this Big Brother/Cop hybrid is arresting entertainment, or if it should be evicted.
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BFGC Oscars 2018 Follow Up
Were our Oscar picks on the money, or did we miss the mark? Following from our prediction podcast, comes the inevitable fall out and a chat about the awards in general. We also go over some things we’ve been watching and some things we’re looking forward to. Stuff you should watch, films to avoid and some returning favourites. This episode also includes the triumphant return of Our Man in Japan. Sam has a Japanese show to recommend that you can watch now (if you have Amazon Prime, that is).
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BFGC Oscars 2018 Predictions
Can we pick the Best Picture winner based on the trailer, and socio-political climate only? The Darkest Hour approaches and it’s time has come for us to Post our thoughts on the Best Picture nominees for the 2018 Oscars. Will the host Call Me By Your Name, or tell you to Get Out? Who will get to add those magic words to their Three Billboards posters? In the year of #MeToo, will a Lady Bird take homes the golden statuette, or will a Phantom Thread keep it with the patriarchy. Listen now to see if we have feeling in the Shape of Water, or like Shatner have we already Dunkirk.
[This was so much easier with last year's nominees]
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BFGC 42 - Blade Franchise and Lows
The Blade trilogy gets the Franchise and Lows treatment. Who doesn’t love Wesley Snipes as the badass half-vampire. That’s a rhetorical question, by the way. Everyone here at #TeamBFGC are massive fans of the 1998 action horror classic, and the original made our list as one of the best action movies of the 1990s (listen to our Action Movie special from Jan 2017 for more). What about the sequels though? We can’t agree on which one fits better, and this has caused some heated debate in the studio. Foz believes the second entry has more merit, but Ben thinks Trinity is a much worthier sequel. Luckily for us, irregular guest, and Blade superfan, Dave is on hand to mediate and add some much needed perspective.
But is Blade 2 only popular because of Guillermo Del Toro’s fanboys? Does Trinity essentially act as Ryan Reynolds’ audition for Deadpool? And just how did Norman Reedus, AKA Darryl from The Walking Dead, manage to get work after his role here?
Join us as we cruise around in a black Dodge Charger to find out if these vampire sequels have teeth, or if they were left out in the sun too long.
Intro and Blade recap: 0.00:00 - 0.05:52
Blade 2: 00.05:55 - 0.24.34
Blade Trinity & Series Discussion: 0.24.39 - 0.58:50
Wrap up: 0.58.55 - End
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BFGC 41 - Doctor Mordrid
Should the Doctor Strange film have been more like this early 90s rip-off? Low budget studio Full Moon entertainment held the movie rights to Marvel’s Doctor Strange for a short period. When they lost the rights, they thought “well we’ve done all this pre-production work, might as well do something with it”. The result is Doctor Mordrid, a low budget fantasy action movie starring horror and B-movie legend Jeffrey Coombs in the title role. The Blu-Ray edition that one of us bought was definitely not released as cash grab.
Team BFGC are on hand to investigate a curious . This episode was recorded shortly after consuming a large amount of Kentucky branded fried chicken. Joining us in the studio is semi-irregular co-host Dave. Before we tackle the movie, Dave is subjected to a rigorous Q&A and gives us his own Desert Island Flicks.
But can Coombs play a heroic role and not come across as creepy? Can stop motion dinosaurs ever be rubbish? And does this film actually exist or is it a meat sweat induced fever dream?
Join us as we soak in a bucket of KFC gravy to see if this comic book knock-off has Cumberbatch quaking, or if it should have stayed in the Nth dimension.
WARNING: This episode contains some rather juvenile humour.
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BFGC - Episode Zero
Just who do we think we are? Find out more about your hosts in Episode Zero. Discover what makes us qualified to chat about movies, both good and bad. We then ask each other the only questions that matter in a special Q&A section. Finally, you can all find out which 6 films, and TV boxset, we would happy to be stranded with in Desert Island Flicks. Basically this is the one we should have put out two years ago when we first started. But will a werewolf film make Foz’s list? Who does Ben hate less, Bale or Nolan? And what films unite Team BFGC?
Join us for a special getting to know us episode to find out if we are cinematic scholars or home video hacks.
Intro and Qualifications - 0.00:00 - 0.08.41
Question Time - 0.08:41 - 0.35:10
Desert Island Flicks - 0.35:10 - End
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BFGC 40 - Scream Franchise and Lows
Scream is 21 years old and we look back at the highs and lows of the series in the first Franchise and Lows. Writer Kevin Williamson combined Dawson’s Creek with Crystal Lake, and roped in veteran horror director Wes Craven to create a ground breaking, crowd pleasing chiller. It revolutionised the horror movie and you could argue that the genre exists in a pre- and post-Scream era. It went on to spawn 3 sequels, not to mention an almost totally unrelated TV series. As we’re examining all 4 movies, there’s plenty to (Edvard) munch over.
But which one of them is the absolute worst? Is Wes Craven so good at directing he could do another instalment posthumously? And which character is worse, Gail Weathers or Monica Geller?
Join us in small town America as we see if these scary movies are a Ghostface Killah, or more of a restless spirit.
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Franchise and Lows - Introduction
Movie franchises are more important to studios than ever. This week the Star Wars saga reaches it’s 9th instalment. Thus, Bad Films in Good Company embark on Franchise and Lows, a look at various movie series’ and finding out if a sequel is equal or if the follow up is more of a follow through.
This is an introductory episode, explaining the what, the why and the who. The first F&L will take a look at the ground breaking Scream franchise celebrating its 20th anniversary.
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BFGC 39 - Critters
Small, ravenous creatures are terrorising small town America. It can only be one film… that’s right, Critters. A sci-fi/horror action comedy that is most definitely not a knock-off of Gremlins. This is a movie that generates fond, misty memories for us in the studio. Its appearance on Amazon Prime means it’s time for us to re-evaluate this 80s classic. Our recall is not always totally accurate, though, as we have discovered in previous episodes. Fingers crossed that this is still a hit. But do Americans have a different idea on what constitutes a firework? Is 80s poodle perm rock music truly universal? And is this film a critical satire on the immigrant experience?
Join us in the remains of the white house as we see if this alien invasion is an unbelievably fun object, or more like an interstellar plot that comes after eight.
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BFCG 38 - Red Riding Hood
Twilight fever was running rampant and every studio was running a high temperature. Red Riding Hood was Warner Bros attempt at catching some of those twinkling YA dollars. WB were so eager to repeat the success, they even hired the same director. As no-one had ever tried to make a rites of passage/teen-based werewolf film before, there’s no way it could fail. This movie was not a huge success either critically or commercially, making it ideal territory for Team BFGC. We were both very tired recording this one, and we’re a bit rambley. But there is a previously unheard trailer for your entertainment.
But can it really be a werewolf film without a transformation sequence? Why is there a lack of chemistry with the romantic leads? And what was Gary Oldman’s thinking behind his performance?
Join us as we follow the breadcrumb trail into the forest and see if this supernatural romance is destined for greatness or if it’s just lupine lunacy.
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BFGC 37 - Freddy v Jason
It’s a match made in hell, as two of the biggest horror icons from the 80s square up for the fight of the century. In the blue corner, wearing the O’Neill shorts, we have the strong, silent slaughterer Jason ‘momma’s boy’ Vorhees. And in the red corner, with the flaming shorts it’s the chuckling child-killer Freddy ‘fingers’ Krueger. Whoever wins… well you know the rest. Team BFGC are providing the concise post-match analysis for 2003s action packed horror mash-up. But have American filmmakers ever actually been to a rave? Is Kelly Rowland destined for an acting career? And why wasn’t Katharine Isabelle given the lead?
Join us on vacation at Crystal Lake as we see if this horrific Odd Couple are a match for Jack Lemmon & Walter Matthau, or if they provide more tragedy than Hamlet.
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Intro: 0.00.00 - 0.01.50
Trailer: 0.01.50 - 0.02.45
Film Discussion: 0.02.45 - 0.53.22
Freddy v Jason: A Requiem: 0.53.22 - End
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BFGC 36 - Fool's Gold
Before the McConaughssance, came the collapse and few films did more than to progress the fall than this poorly received turkey. Cashing in on the chemistry between Matthew McConaughey and Kate Hudson, Fool’s Gold is a half rom com, half action adventure that aims to recapture the spirit of classics like Romancing The Stone. Unfortunately, it didn’t convince audiences particularly well, and infuriated critics. Just perfect for us to investigate if this is a low point in Matt’s illustrious career. But did Ray Winstone accept this role for a Caribbean holiday? Should Malcolm Jamal-Warner aka Theo Huxtable be in more films? And should the accent coach be struck off for their contribution to this film?
From the other side of the world Sam recommends a rom com that has a considerably better reputation in this weeks Our Man in Japan segment.
Join us as we sit on the beach drinking Red Stripe to see if this romantic adventure is a hidden treasure or a bag of rubbish left on the beach.
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BFGC 35 - Olympus Down
When terrorists take over the White House, only one film can save the day, and in our 4th July special we find out which is better Olympus Has Fallen, or White House Down. We start by examining which is better on paper. Whilst we deliberate over their entertainment value, Sam, Our Man in Japan takes the reins and joins US Correspondent Vic for a stateside look at what films they think best represent America. Then it’s back for the definitive conclusion to discover whether Gerard Butler or Charming Tatum is the right man to save the president, and provide the most fun. But would Butler be more intimidating wearing just pants and a cape? Can Tatum Step Up 2: The Plate and bust the right moves on the bad guys? And just why would anyone vote Two-Face for president over Ray Charles?
0.00:00 - 00.17:28 - Better in Theory
0.17.28 - 0.47.39 - Stateside Selections
0.47.39 - End - Better in Practice
FYI: Diggstown is also known as Midnight Sting
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BFGC 34 - Gods of Egypt
It’s been a while since we’ve had a decent swords, sandals and sorcery movie. Many have tried but, whilst some have come close, all have failed. Gods of Egypt gives Egyptian born Australian director Alex Proyas, purveyor of arch-Goth classics The Crow and Dark City, a go to try and brighten things up. Unfortunately, the reviews were so bad the director took to Facebook in a fit of rage. It has been known for critics to be wrong, and we are just the people to assess whether that is right. But just what has Bryan Brown been up to since Cocktail? Does Chadwick Boseman’s performance bode well for Black Panther? And can anyone teach us how to correctly pronounce Nikolaj Coster-Waldau?
Join us as we raft down the Nile to see if this movie is a golden idol, or touristy trinket.
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BFGC 33.5 - Guardians of the Wonder Driver
We finally managed to get it working. Sam, Our Man in Japan, linked up with me via Skype, Ben, for an impromptu discussion, mainly about Guardians Vol.2 and trailers that don’t necessarily do their job. It was supposed to be a quick little chat to fill the gap before our Gods of Egypt episode, but it turned into something a bit longer than anticipated. This is the #TeamBFGC way.
Please note that sound levels are a bit wonky, because I got the levels wrong when I was recording. There’s some post-production wizadry at play, that might get me kicked out of Hogwarts… but you can be the judge of that.
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BFGC 33 - The Wicker Man 2006
If you were asked to make a list of films that shouldn’t be remade, 70s horror classic The Wicker Man is likely to figure quite highly. In 2006, however, Neil LaBute decided to do just that. Transplanting the story to America, he casts Nicolas Cage as a conflicted copper investing the disappearance of a girl who may, or may not, be his daughter (SPOILERS: it is), from a remote, matriarchal society. What could possibly go wrong? Critical and commercial catastrophe, that’s what. Time to strap in and see whether LaBute and Cage have slaughtered a sacred cow. But what kind of performance will Nic Cage employ? How fast is Christopher Lee spinning in his grave? And will this film put you off eating honey?
Join us as we dance around the maypole to see if this remake makes you dance in your pants, or want to sit in a Habitat chair and self-immolate.
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BFGC 32 - Sky Captain & the World of Tomorrow
It has been a long time coming but we can finally bring you our episode on a green-screen pioneer. This retro adventure features zeppelins, giant robots, ray guns and Giovanni Ribisi. What’s not to like? Well… it flopped at the box office, and the director hasn’t made another film since. That certainly seems like a bad omen, but friend of the podcast Dave loves it, so our minds will be kept open. But does Jude lay the law as the titular pilot? Can legendary class act Michael Gambon save the day? And did Foz actually manage to finish the movie?
Join us in a sepia hued airship as we find out if the world of tomorrow is an exciting land of wonder, or a post-apocalyptic wasteland of tedium.
WARNING: The intro section features some dodgy audio due to a loose microphone connection
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BFGC 31 - Action Jackson
After years of propping up the biggest action stars of the 80s, Carl Weathers made his bid for solo stardom in Action Jackson. It was a modest success at the time, but not well received by critics. There’s no better time to visit the city of Detroit, where the film is set, for an international edition looking at this lost classic. But was the leading lady cast for any other reason than sheer Vanity? How many action character actors can you spot? And just how does Carl like his ribs?
Join me, Sam Your Man in Japan, and special guest co-host Vic, VC from the D, as we find out if Carl can weather the storm to become a leading man or if he’s better left backing the line as a supporting player
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BNGC #10 18-05-2017
Welcome to Bad News in Good Company, recorded 13 May 2017. We took time before Eurovision on Saturday to record a cheeky little newscast just for you. Amongst the topics of conversation this time are:
- Game of Throwback
- Marshall Hellboy
- Suspiriaicious Minds
- Blade Running Out?
- Riverdale Verdict
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BFGC 30 - The Avengers (not that one, the 1998 one)
This was, possibly, the most misguided move ever taken by Warner Bros. A full-blooded American interpretation of a quintessentially British show. The Avengers (not that one) boasts the excellent skills of a whole host of talented actors, and Uma Thurman. Critics hated it… audiences stayed away… I surely can’t be that bad. [spoilers] We had to record a little extra, to make up time and add some much needed positivity, giving you an insight into BFGC decision making along the way. But is it possible for Jim Broadbent to give a bad performance? Were Shaun Ryder’s appearances on TFI Friday the reason he was given no dialogue? And has Sean Connery made a worse film than Zardoz?
Join us as we joyride in an E-Type Jag and see if this remake is a sturdy Steed, or limp like orange Peel
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BFGC 29 - Underworld
After 28 episodes of agreement, comes the first film we don’t see eye to eye on. The 2003 action horror flick Underworld, where vampires and werewolves get into rucks. Foz loves the film and has invested in the whole series. But Ben hates the film so much, he couldn’t finish watching it back in the day. It’s a game of 2 halves this week as we each state our pre-existing opinions, then reconvene to see if our minds have been changed. But do fans say it’s good just to excuse the fact that they're perving over Kate Beckinsale in PVC? Are Bill Nighy’s acting chops infallible? And just what did happen to Scott Speedman’s career?
Join us we surround ourselves with garlic and silver to see whether Foz is delusional or Ben is a joyless idiot.
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BFGC 28 - Mindhunters
What happens when you give a clever Agatha Christie style murder mystery to that Finnish purveyor of dumb overblown action Renny Harlin? Mindhunters is the result and the fact it sat on the shelf for 2 years should tell you everything you need to know. Or does it? It’s time to look at this forgotten film for signs of life. But did this film spearhead Val Kilmer’s career revival? Does this movie count towards Jonny Lee Miller’s audition for Elementary? And does Renny Harlin have a talisman in LL Cool J ?
Join us at the Cluedo board as we try and unravel the mystery to find out if this is a smart whodunit or stupid whocares.
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BFGC 27 - The Phantom
In the weird days of comic book adaptations, before Nolan drained the fun and Marvel found the formula, we have 1996’s The Phantom. It’s a bright, colourful action-packed adventure that was supposed to launch Billy Zane as an A-list superstar. Unfortunately, it opened against Michael Bay’s finest 2.5 hours and there was no way it was going to come off best. It’s 21 years old now, and it’s time to see if time has been kinder than the box office. But did the poor performance mean this film was Kristy’s swansong? Does Treat WIlliams’ perfomance live up to his name? And can any film with James Remar be less than entertaining?
Join us in the jungle to see whether this purple clad crime fighter is a swashbuckling superhero or a relic of the past.
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BFGC 26 - Speed 2
How do you follow up Speed? You know… Keanu Reeves, Sandra Bullock on a bus that’ll explode if it slows down. Simple. Swap Keanu for the other guy from The Lost Boys and transfer the action to a boat, a vehicle that CAN’T stop. That’s a guaranteed winner, right? History has this down as one of the worst and most pointless sequels in Hollywood history. This year is the 20th anniversary, and it’s the perfect time to revisit this legendary turkey. But did they have to blackmail Sandra Bullock to star in this movie? Were there teeth marks in the scenery from Willem Dafoe’s performance? And how is it possible to be a more wooden actor than Keanu?
Join us at the bar on deck 4 to see if this cruise caper has sea legs, or if it should sink without a trace.
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BFGC 25 - Congo
Way down deep, in the middle of the Congo, a scientist, a primatologist and tour guide ate a mango… or did they. This movie is a blatant Michael Crichton cash in, made in the wake of a certain cultural and commercial cretaceous behemoth. The studio definitely wanted a film of Jurassic Monkey proportions. But how was Tim able to Curry favour in order to nab this role? Can Ernie Hudson shake the career ghost that is Winston Zeddemore? And are white Gorillas just another example of cultural appropriation?
Join us as we get our shots from the doctor and see if this jungle safari is more a swinging lord of the apes, or a forgotten missing link.
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BFGC 24 - Timecop
In 1994, at the height of his fame, Jean-Claude Van Damme made this blockbusting time travel action caper. He plays the Timecop of the title, who goes AWOL and is left to use all his Kickboxer skills to become a Hard Target. He Dux and dives from the bad guys to avoid Sudden Death in a film that’s definitely not a Knock Off. But given how often he’s played twins, would seeing himself cause a paradox? How does Ferris feel about his former flame hooking up with Jean Claude? And how does a film made in 1994 that goes back in time to 1994 not look like 1994?
Join us for the second studio visit from Our Man in Japan, as we discover if this is the work of a legendary split kicker, or if he’s Expendable Too
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BFGC - What We're Watching March 2017
Following on from our Oscars predictions podcast, and the event free ceremony, we reflect on our choices. Then we proceed to have a chat about some of the TV shows we’ve been watching on the various streaming services, and what we’re looking forward to *cough* Iron Fist *cough*
Intro: 0:00.00 – 0:01.42
Oscars: 0:01.42 – 0:10.14
Watchlist: 0:10.14 - End
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BFGC 23 - Hackers
In the days before Anonymous, Wikileaks and Snowdon, it was down to a bunch of teenagers to take on corporate corruption. Complete with his Trainspotting hairdo, Jonny Lee Miller leads Angelina Jolie and a host of soon-to-be famous faces as the titluar heroes. After more than 20 years, it will be interesting to see if this computerised concoction holds up better than Swordfish. But is Jonny Lee Miller's American accent sick, boy? Did Matthew Lillard's character create the corn flakey brekafast cafe? And would the future married couple have become known as Jongelina if they'd hooked up 10 years later?
Join us as we download secret files over a 56k modem (very slowly) and discover if this film can Hack the Planet, or it's merely hacked off.
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BFGC 22 - Swordfish
In one hand you have two X-Men, and a future Avenger, and in the other, Travolta with the most criminal hair and beard combo in film history. Smash them together and you get the action/computer hacking thriller Swordfish. Given that any film that’s computer based is usually out of date by the time it’s released, it’ll be interesting to see how it fares after more than 15 years. But does this film really showcase Halle Berry’s greatest talents? Why didn’t they pay Hugh Jackman an extra $1m for his topless scenes? And is this yet another film that proves why Travolta’s career should have stayed dead?
Join us as we boot up our Amstrad CPC464s (with green screen... of course) to see if it joins the ranks of Anonymous or if it should remain unknown.
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Bad News in Good Company 18/02/2017
Welcome to Bad News in Good Company, recorded 18 February 2017. We took time out of our busy Saturdays to record a cheeky little newscast just for you. The topics under discussion this time are:
• Closed as we’re Board* of Messages
• Ford + Boeing = Hilarious
• Days of Oceans?
• Does anyone actually want to be Batman
*Intentionally misspelled
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BFGC Oscars 2017 Predictions
It’s awards season once more, and we welcome the Arrival of the BFGC Oscars special. We take a Moonlight trip to Manchester (which is not) By The Sea, and examine the Hidden Figures to assess who will take the Lion’s share come Oscar night. Come Hell Or High Water, nothing will keep us from passing judgement. We’ll take a Hacksaw (Ridge) to any Fences in our way.
Listen in to discover if our decisions are correct, or if we are we living in La La Land?
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BFGC - 1 Year Anniversary Special
Has it really been 365 days since our first episode went live? 2016 was a year of ups and downs, but the Bad Films in Good Company podcast is still going strong. Join us as we choose some of our favourite moments, and give you some of the history behind the magic.
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BFGC 21 - Remo Unarmed And Dangerous
It was the time of larger than life, steroidmungous action stars, armed to the teeth with all kinds of weaponry. One little film tried to buck the trend. Remo Williams needed no weapons, except the special effects make up to turn Cabaret’s Joel Gray into an old Korean man. It flopped on release, but the film has fond memories for its fans. 30 years on, it’s time to revisit this forgotten film. But did they really have to “yellow up” a white actor? Was playing a character with a different skin colour acceptable in the 80s? And is it really racist if it was acceptable at the time?
Our Man in Japan joins us in the BFGC studio as we centre our collective chi to find out if this kung-fu master is deadly with fists and feet or disarming and harmless.
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BFGC Action Movie Special
From Stallone to Snipes, John McLane to Jean Claude, and Chan to Yen, we all love a good action movie. They have existed since the Lumiere bros. tried to drive a train through your eyeballs they have been a mainstay of mainstream movies for decades.
The burly, musclebound 80s, brought us the larger than life Arnie and Stallone whereas, the 1990s gave us a more everyman hero in the shape of Bruce Willis and Nic Cage. All the while, Hong Kong did their own thing, and gave us something we hadn’t seen before. These are the films we grew up watching, that shaped our youth and made us the men we are today.
Join us, your usual hosts Ben, Foz and Our Man in Japan, alongside guest contributor Dave, as we make the definitive list of the greatest action movies from both the 80s and 90s.
Timings:
Intro: 0.00:00 – 0.06.44
1980s Picks: 0.06.44 – 00.40.50
Our Man in Japan: 00.40.50 - 54.35
1990s Picks: 00.54.35 – 01.58:01
Wrap Up: 01.58.01 – End
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BFGC 20 - Point Break 2015
In 1991 Kathryn Bigelow made one of the most beloved buddy bromance movies in the history of cinema. 24 years later, and not even bothering to tie-in to the Silver anniversary, someone decided it deserved the remake treatment. Trading skydiving for squirrel suits and casting not one, but two former Home and Away stars, director Ericson Core hopes to bring a post-millennial spin to a bonefide classic.
But do they really hope to improve on, almost, perfection? Will this make Patrick Swayze turn in his grave? And just what kind of accent is Ray Winstone attempting?
Join us as we put on wetsuits to see if this remake can hang ten and catch a tube, or if it’s a bogus wipe out.
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BFGC 19 - Super Turbo Championship Fighting Edition 16-bit Edition: Street Fighter v Mortal Kombat
It was the most dangerous argument of the entire 1990’s. A debate so bitter, it caused friends to fight each other to the death. Which was better Street Fighter 2 or Mortal Kombat. Both released in the UK in 1995, their cinematic incarnations are put to the test. It’s Lambert vs Van Damme in a fight to the finish.
Legendary Arcade and Super Nintendo fight ‘em up Street Fighter 2 was so successful, it spawned countless imitators, practically creating a whole gaming genre. Can the man who wrote the gun happy Die Hard and Commando turn in a good fist fight? Should Kylie Minogue have stuck to singing? And will it be a sonic boom, or will it fire a Blanka?
Mortal Kombat was a very different kind of fighter from its Japanese counterparts. Switching from hand-drawn sprites to digitised characters, and shot through with dark humour, it was more notorious for its controversial blood and gore fatalities. Could writer/director Paul Anderson deliver a film to satisfy its fans, but appease the parents of its tweeny audience? Will Talisa Soto avoid the curse of the Bond Girl? And will it be an ice shattering Sub Zero, or just sub-standard?
Join us as we blow into a cartridge, break out the six button pads to find out if it will be a Perfect Round or a Flawless Victory.
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BFGC 18 - Johnny Mnemonic
This is an action packed Keanu Reeves sci-fi action movie, but unfortunately it’s not that one. Welcome to the cyberpunk world of the future as seen from 1995, with a pre-Matrix Keanu in the title role. William Gibson is well respected as an author and visionary. How does he fare as a screenwriter.
But is Ice-T really the greatest rapper turned actor? Was this film an influence on Seaquest DSV? And did 1995 really think fax machines were going to be a viable, future-proof technology?
Join us as we take a trip into cyberspace to see if the future’s so bright we gotta wear shades, or this Johnny should’ve got his leg swept.
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BFGC 17 - Sharkfest 2016
Sharks, those deadly denizens of the deep. Are they truly evil, or just misunderstood? Join us as we celebrate the 20th anniversary of the 21st anniversary of Spielberg’s ground breaking blockbuster and examine the cinematic exploits of the sea’s most savage settlers. We take in the good, the bad and just plain rubbish in an attempt to uncover why sharks endure so much in the movies. Our Man in Japan joins us to give us a flavour of what kind of films they make about the pesky prehistoric piscine in the far East.
We finish by comparing, arguably, the 2 biggest Shark movies in the history of cinema. That’s Jaws and Deep Blue Sea if you’re wondering. How many of you thought we were going Sharknado?
Timings:
Intro and General Sharkiness: 0:00.00 – 00:29.30
Our Man in Japan: 00:29.30 – 00:33.57
Jaws v Deep Blue Sea: 00:33.57 – 1:34.50
Wrap Up: 01:34.50 – End
Here are 3 clips from Psycho Shark/Jaws in Japan:
https://youtu.be/HtMpg3VyBlg
https://youtu.be/iJs0esBfhQg
https://youtu.be/C5z_c3NSfNs
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BNGC #8 2016 - 09 - 14
Welcome to Bad News in Good Company recorded 14/09/2016. Ben returns with a solo newscast, going through TV and movie news from the last couple of weeks. On the agenda this episode:
- Suggs: The Musical? Is it Madness?
- The Second to Last Detail
- Ben Hurting
- Does Villenueve Dream of Electric Box Office
- Shanghai and Dry
- Nothing Suicidal about this Squad
Our Trailer of the Week is Headshot: https://youtu.be/er_S8-1DrIo
And we recommend something fishy in our Netflix Pick.
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BFGC - JCVJ & Summer TV
Welcome to the Bad Films in Good Company Podcast, searching for the best things from the worst movies. It’s Amazon Pilot season again and Team BFGC have a have a favour to ask. We want all our listeners to watch and vote for Jean-Claude Van Johnson in this current run. It’s a show where JCVD plays JCVD. Only this Van Damme is also a black ops guy using his international location shoots as cover for his non-acting work. It’s a self-referential, self-deprecating action comedy with JCVD poking fun at himself and is exactly the kind of show we want to see more of.
After this heartfelt plea, we go on to have a discussion about other TV shows that we’re currently enjoying, both past and present.
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BFGC #16 - Stranger Things
Welcome to Bad Films in Good Company, a weekly movie podcast trying to find the best things, from the worst films. In a packed show we recap some recent news stories inc.:
- Dirty Rotten Sex Change
- Comedy Calamity
- Vorhees a Jolly Good Fellow
- Exorcist: Made for TV Version
We also pick a trailer of the week, and bring you a report from our international correspondent in a brand new section. Finally we turn things upside down in our spoiler filled review of Stranger Things:
Take a splash of Stephen King, a soupcon of Spielberg and the juice of John Carpenter. Mix them up in a bowl and you get Stranger Things, the latest smash-hit TV show from Netflix. Creators the Duffer Brothers have crafted this show as a love letter to early 1980s cinema. Are they able to conjure something with depth or is it simply a case of style over substance. But will this revitalise Winona Ryder’s career? How many children do you actually need for an adventure? And will any 80s filmmakers need to have a word with their lawyers about this show?
Join us as we check whether this homage is a blast from the past, or if it should be consigned to history.
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BFGC #15 - Hudson Hawk
Do you like to swing on a star? Bruce Willis as a cat burglar? How ‘bout a globe-trotting heist caper? If any of these sound appealing, then you’ll be much better off than you are by watching Hudson Hawk. In the first of our ‘In Defence of...’ strand, we pass judgement on this much maligned flop. We examine its flaws and feats and let you know why you should watch it. But is this the pinnacle of Andie McDowell’s career? Should Bruce Willis have retired his singing career? And can you f***in’ believe air bags and a sprinkler system in the back?
Join us as we sing a song side by side to see if this Hawk flies free, or if it should be given a life sentence.
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Bad News in Good Company - 03/08/2016
Welcome to Bad News in Good Company, recorded 3 August 2016. Ben returns with another solo newscast, going through TV and Movie news from the past couple of weeks. On the agenda in this episode:
• Besson Can’t Escape Lockdown
• Deadwood Rises
• Beetlejuice Runs Dry
• Splash Back
• The Rocketress?
• Suicidal Tomatoes
Trailer of the week is The Edge of Seventeen – https://youtu.be/vswj96INhmo
All this, plus something for you to stream in our Netflix Pick.
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BFGC #14 - Ghostbusters 2016
Following the pathetic, entitled man-babies of the world trying to derail it, the all-girl Ghostbusters reboot is now out. Team BFGC have seen it, and are here to give you their verdict. Regular listeners will know we are looking forwards to this. In Feig we trust, but will this trust be misplaced and all the pathetic man-babies proved right? Find out in our review podcast.
How do the Saturday Night Live alumni fare in this contentious remake? What are the original cast cameos like? And will our childhoods be ruined?
Join us as we try to find out if we ain’t ‘fraid of no ghosts, or will we be left quaking in our (re)boots.
There is a spoiler-free review first, for those that haven't seen it yet, before we delve deeper
0.00:00 – 0.27:55: Spoiler Free Section
0.28:06 – End: Spoilers Ahoy
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BFGC - GoT S6 Finale
Welcome to the epic final episode of Bad Thrones in Good Company for the epic season 6 finale. In the aftermath of 2 great battles comes a fallout that spreads like wild fire. It’s time to set up the next years show and there’s a lot going on. No, seriously more happens in this episode than all of Season 5. Join us for a long discussion on what happened, and what we think will happen.
Will we see any more of the Westerosean pantomime? Are we finally returning to Dorne, so Ben will shut up about it? And how will we cope with the extended break before next season?
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Bad News in Good Company 19/07/2016
Welcome to Bad News in Good Company, recorded 19 July 2016. It’s another solo newscast this time. Join Ben as he goes through TV and Movie news from the past couple of weeks. On the agenda in this episode:
- Monstrous Universalis
- Flatlined Again?
- King Arthur: Cockney Geezer
- Catastrophic News
- Carpenter Hangs Up His Hammer
- Pokemon GO Home
- In Memorium
Trailer of the Week is La La Land: https://youtu.be/VDMf9m7FXd4
All this plus a Netflix pick for this week.
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BFGC - GoT S6 E8 & 9
Welcome to the final double episode of the BFGC Thronescast for season 6. Starting with a detailed look at episode 8, and the various machinations starting to bear fruit. Then, we head into the events of the Fracas of the Illegitimate Boys (that's a censor avoiding version of the episode title). Usually, game changing events occur in episode 9. Will this year disappoint?
Will the Hound kill everyone in Springfield in his bid to avenge Reverend Lovejoy? Is Grey Worm considering joining up with an Improv troupe? And is Jon Snow capable of more than two facial expressions?
WARNING: This show contains SPOILERS for Game of Thrones up to, and including, Season 6 episodes 8 and 9.
DOUBLE WARNING: Contains a lot of rambling and insane theories
Episode 8: 0:00.00 – 0:45.57
Episode 9: 0:46.10 – End
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Bad News in Good Company 22/06/2016
Welcome to Bad News in Good Company, recorded 22nd June 2016. In another solo newscast, Ben goes through TV and Movie news from the past couple of weeks. On the agenda this week:
- Ocho for Ocean
- Mirren is Furious
- Battlestar Refitted?
- More Passion for Mel
- Black Predator
- Brent’s Crude Fail
- Kit goes fishing for COD
- Warcraft: The End?
Trailer of the Week is War on Everyone: https://youtu.be/b5v8E3f13VM
NOT Trailer of the Week is Yoga Hosers: https://youtu.be/k_8lRhB-kjo
All this plus a Netflix pick for this week.
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BFGC - GoT S6 E6 & 7
It’s another holiday induced double episode. This time we’re looking at episodes 6 and 7, and things are really hotting up now. Some much loved characters return from the hinterland, a couple of new faces appear including Ian ‘Lovejoy’ McShane, and there are more warm family reunions.
Are Cersei’s plans best laid or gang aft aglay? What honours are left the awesome Dame Diana Rigg to be given? And seriously, when are we going back to Dorne?
WARNING: This show contains SPOILERS for Game of Thrones up to, and including, Season 6 Episodes 6 and 7.
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BFGC-Game Of Thrones-S6 E4 and E5
Back, once again, like a renegade maester, it’s time for a new Bad Thrones in Good Company. After missing a week due to holidays and illness we return with a look back at both episodes 4 & 5. So many things go down in these two, and there is much to discuss. There is a cold wind blowing oop North, drizzle in the rusty Iron Isles and it’s getting Hot in the City across the narrow sea.
Are all family reunions in Westeros a miserable affair? Should Ned Stark need to drink his weak lemon drink now? And is chivalry now tainted forever as holding a door causes PTSD?
All of this and much, much more in a special double episode.
WARNING: This show contains SPOILERS for Game of Thrones up to, and including, Season 6 Episodes 4 and 5.
Episode 4: 0:00:00 – 0:41:00
Episode 5: 0:41:00 – End
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Bad News in Good Company 22/05/2016
Welcome to Bad News in Good Company recorded 22 May 2016. Due to Foz having a bad case of man-flu, Ben is flying solo and checking out TV and movie news from the last couple of weeks. On the agenda in this episode:
- Atari’s Soundstage Riot
- Ocean’s Legs 11
- Trainspotting 2 Starts
- Lethal Weapon’s TV Trailer
- More Margot + Jolly Geoff = DC Disaster Circumvented
- Will Daniel Craig bail Bond?
Trailer of the week is Mike Birbiglia’s Don’t Think Twice. Watch it here: https://youtu.be/iPwIBBuJps0
All this plus our Netflix picks of the week.
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BFGC - Game of Thrones S6 E3
The worst kept secret in Game of Thrones history has been revealed and no one, outside of Westeros, was surprised. Lots of other stuff happened too and, in episode 3, we’ll begin to find out the consequences of those actions. Did Frankenmountain learn his head crushing skills from Troma films? Will the Dothraki spinster camp be more, or less, fun than Butlins in Skegness? And should the Red Woman should market that anti-ageing necklace, with a 4 week lifespan to guarantee additional sales?
All this and more in our spoiler filled review of S6: E3 of Game of Thrones.
WARNING: This show contains SPOILERS for Game of Thrones up to, and including, Season 6 Episode 3
DOUBLE WARNING: This show contains a lot of talking about stuff other than Game of Thrones
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BFGC #13 - Doom
Welcome to a re-jigged BFGC Podcast, combining our news and review shows into one easy to consume package. We take a look at some of the weeks film & TV news, inc.:
- Blues Brothers Cartoon?
- Fall of the Navigator
- Alicia Vikander IS Lara Croft: Tomb Raider
- 2 Knights, One Cup – Bale & Malick team for Knight of Cups
- Sorkin + Elba x Poker = Awesome
We introduce a new segment, Trailer of the Week where we pick the best looking trailer that week. The choice for this episode is The Shallows, starring Blake Lively.
Finally, to coincide with the release of the latest instalment of the hit video game series we review the 2005 adaptation, Doom:
Controversial computer game Doom, released in 1993, made shooting demons in the face a whole lot of fun. 12 years later, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and Karl “The Dredd” Urban in a live action film where they to visit Mars and shoot demons in the face. Will the cast smell what Dwayne is cooking? Can Urban feel a chill in his bones? And does Dexter Fletcher use his Press Gang voice?
We get our asses to Mars to see whether it lays a Smackdown, or if it should have a total recall.
Timings:
Intro: 00:00.00 – 00:01.32
News: 00:01.32 – 00:27.12
Trailer: 00:27.12 – 00:33.40
Admin & Shouts: 00:33.40 – 00:36.40
Review: 00:36.40 – 01:10.48
Wrap Up: 01:10.48 – End
There were some technical issues recording our 13th episode (unlucky for us), and there are some audio glitches during the Doom review.
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Mario Warfare: https://youtu.be/7AHfj0uDrf0
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BFGC - Game of Thrones S6 E2
Following on from the season setting first episode, we are back with our spoiler filled review of Episode 2. There are lots of unanswered questions, as always. Does anyone else switch off during the bits they’re not interested in? Will there be another hilarious fatality? And is Jon Snow really dead, even after being spotted on the streets of Belfast?
We attempt to answer none of these in our look at S6: E2 of Game of Thrones
WARNING: This show contains SPOILERS for Game of Thrones up to, and including, Season 6 Episode 2.
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BFGC #12 - American Ninja 2: The Confrontation
The greatest double act in action cinema return for round 2, and we’re not talking Riggs and Murtagh. Michael Dudikoff and Steve James are back as Army Rangers Joe Armstrong and Curtis Jackson. This time they bring their Ninjutsu skills to stop some shady business going down in the Caribbean. But is Dudikoff considerably less sweaty this time? Did they really think that South Africa could double as Jamaica? And will we get down with Steve James’ boogieing?
Ben and Foz break out the smoke bombs to see if Ninja magic can strike twice, or if these assassins are second rate.
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BFGC #11 - The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2
In 1974, The Texas Chain Saw Massacre brought new meaning to skin on skin action. Leatherface? Get it? Oh, please yourselves. 12 years later culinary cannibals, the Sawyer family, are back to add more long pig to the menu. Hot on their heels is maniac Marshall Dennis Hopper. But who will survive, and will we care what will be left of them? Does man meat actually taste like chicken? And was Dennis hopped up on laughing gas when he signed on?
Ben and Foz take the vegan option, to be safe, and see whether this sequel is a petrol powered pleasure, or if it’s run out of gas.
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BFGC Game of Thrones S6 E1
Returning for a 6th season, it’s the television cultural phenomenon that can’t be ignored. No, not Teen Wolf. It is, of course, Game of Thrones. The HBO show that adds bloodletting and boobs to Lord of the Rings. Following on from a slightly more subdued year in 2015, and no longer slave to George RR Martin’s novels, will this year mark a return to form? Join us for a brief recap of seasons 1-5, and a review of the debut episode.
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BFGC #10 - Wild Wild West
After the mega-smash hit Men in Black, superstar Will Smith and director Barry Sonnenfeld reteamed for this revisionist western. Unforgiven this ain’t, though, as Clint Eastwood’s movie didn’t have a giant steam powered spider. Will Kevin Kline stick a chip up someone’s nose? Who persuaded Salma Hayek to wear open backed long johns? And will Will remain fresh in desert?
Ben and Foz put on some leather chaps to see if Will Smith and co. are wild, styled & blessed or just a mild, reviled pest.
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Bad News in Good Company 16/04/2016
Welcome to Bad News in Good Company, recorded 16th April 2016. Join Ben and Foz as they go through TV and Movie news for the week. On the agenda this week:
- Walking Dead Finale Recap
- Star Wars on DVD/Blu Ray
- Han Solo solo casting
- Doctor Strange Trailer
- Texting in the Theatre?
- Criterion in the UK
- Men Street/Jump in Black
- Tatum Hate ‘um?
- Four more Avatar
- Statham vs Shark
Plus, we give you a recommendation for a good film in our Netflix picks.
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BFGC #9 - Say It Isn't So
The Farrelly brothers made their names with movies that warm your heart and make you feel sick at the same time. Critics and audiences, however, thought a film about love between alleged siblings was a step too far. But is Chris Klein like this in real life? Will Mark Pellegrino play an evil douchebag like normal? And what in the hell made Oscar winner Sally Field accept a part in this film?
Ben and Foz check their genealogy and see if this bad taste movie is a family affair to remember, or something to better left repressed.
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Bad News in Good Company 02/04/2016
Welcome to the second edition of Bad News in Good Company, recorded 2nd April 2016. Join Ben and Foz as they go through TV and Movie news for the week. On the agenda this week:
- Hans Zimmer Retires...
- Suicide Squad Reshoots
- Gilliam goes Quixotic Again
- Blockbuster Gets Fingering
- Walking Dead Finale
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BFGC #8 - Batman Vs Superman: Dawn Of Justice
Dark Knight of Gotham versus Son of Krypton, in a duel to the… well I’m pretty sure it won’t end in death. They’ve all got to return for the sequels haven’t they. But is Ben Affleck enough of a daredevil to do the stunts? Is Henry Cavill the man to make Batman cry uncle? And does Jesse Eisenberg's face book him a ticket to bad guy brilliance?
Ben and Foz put their pants on the outside and see if this a new dawn, or the doomsday for DC’s film ambitions.
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BFGC Batman Vs Superman Special
With Batman vs Superman: Dawn of Justice hitting UK cinemas on 25 March 2016, join Ben & Foz as they take a trip through history and revisit the various incarnations of Batman and Superman.
WARNING: This podcast contains opinions that some may find offensive
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BFGC #7 - American Ninja
Ninja, those famous masked assassins, were everywhere in the mid-80s. In this film they were portrayed by that embodiment of Japan, the blonde haired, blue eyed Michael Dudikoff. Will they eat pizza in a sewer? Are their costumes made out of the US flag? And how can you tell the difference between a Ninja and a 1970s terrorist?
Ben and Foz put on black tracksuits and balaclavas to find out if this is stealthy warrior is a shinobi or shinono.
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Bad News in Good Company 18/03/2016
Welcome to the first edition of Bad News in Good Company for week ending 18 March 2016.
Join Ben and Foz as they go through TV and Movie news for the week. On the agenda this week:
- Daredevil Season 2
- Indiana Jones 5
- Cannonball Run Remake
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BFGC #6 - License To Drive
The dreamboat, dream team of the late 80’s, Corey’s Haim and Feldman, went from driving stakes into vampires to driving cars into the ground in this teen comedy. Does anyone else wish Richard Masur and Carol Kane were their parents? Did Corey Feldman ever have decent fashion sense? And will you be shouting ‘Yo, Uncle Phil’ at the screen?
Ben and Foz take the theory test to see if it raises the stakes, or if it’s so dead they have to bury it twice.
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BFGC #5 - Masters Of The Universe
Legendary cheapskates, Cannon Films, took a toy advert of a cartoon, and turned it into a live action adventure film. Every penny spent is up on screen, but was every expense spared? Is Mensa man Dolph Lundgren just too smart for the role? How did they smuggle a Yamaha sound chip into Eternia? And why didn’t Monica ever mention this happened in Friends?
Join Ben and Foz at Castle Grayskull, to find out if it captures the spirit of a breathtaking Battlecat, or a cowardly Cringer.
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BFGC #4 - Cool As Ice
Classic biker drama The Wild One is reimagined for the 90s replacing Harleys with Hondas, and a certain Robert van Winkle taking on the Brando role. But hold on. Isn’t van Winkle better known as Vanilla Ice? This is the film that was supposed to launch Ice as a movie icon. Does Ice rock a camera like a vandal? Can supermodel Naomi Campbell convince as a singer? And isn’t Vanilla considered the most boring of ice cream flavours?
Ben and Foz collaborate and listen to see if Ice arrives with a brand new invention, or will he melt under pressure.
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BFGC Oscars 2016 Prediction
Oscars 2016 Special. The guys got together to cast a Spotlight on this year’s Best Film nominees… based only on the trailer. If you cast both Tom Hardy and Domhnall Gleason, would it guarantee a nomination? Coming back from the dead is it better be The Martian or The Revenant? Will there be Room for a Brooklyn Bridge of Spies? And will The Big Short starring Christian Bale turn one of our hosts into Mad Max?
Join Ben and Foz as they assess the candidates to see who will take home a little golden man, and who deserves the wooden spoon.
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BGFC #3 - Lookin' Italian
Just before hitting the big time in Friends, Matt LeBlanc starred as a wannabe gangster in this crime drama. LeBlanc perfectly embodied Joey, so it might be difficult to accept him in a serious role. Will Lou Rawls break into song? Will anyone from the Sopranos make an appearance? And would it be a better film if it starred Joey Tribbiani?
Ben and Foz order in a calzone to see if LeBlanc’s last pre-Friends work is more Mac & Cheese or Mac & Me.
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BFGC #2 - Highlander 2: The Quickening
The original Highlander is an 80’s classic. Cool, stylish and exciting, with a rocking Queen soundtrack. It’s the best ever Scottish, swordsman show on the silver screen. However, 1991’s Highlander 2 does not have a Queen soundtrack, and seems to be largely ignored by everyone. Has Christopher Lambert’s accent improved? Does b-movie legend Michael Ironside, put in a career best performance? And will Sean Connery channel his inner bagpipes?
Ben and Foz travel through time to find out if it’s an unsung prince of the universe, or should there be only one.
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BFGC #1 - Season Of The Witch
A-list movie star Nicholas Cage is an Oscar winning, BAFTA nominated actor. Much loved character actor Ron Perlman has a Golden Globe. So, what are they both doing in a Game of Thrones knock-off? Does Nicolas deliver a cagey performance? Can Ron Perlman do a decent job, without being hidden by make up? And why does the, largely, British cast insist on using American accents?
Join Ben and Foz as they find out if this medieval road movie is more Nic & Ron’s Excellent Adventure, or a cartwheeling Bogus Journey.
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