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In this week’s BYOB, Jack and Ben dive back into Stanley Kubrick’s darkly satirical masterpiece Dr. Strangelove, examining why this 1964 classic still hits close to home in 2024. Join us as we explore Peter Sellers’ multi-role magic, the grim humour of nuclear tensions, and how Kubrick’s take on the Cold War resonates amid today’s equally absurd political landscape. We’ll discuss Sellers and Kubrick’s unpredictable collaboration, the genius behind the War Room’s iconic set, as we ponder if there could there ever be a more fitting film about mutual destruction?
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Lock up your swans and grab your Cornettos - this week, Jack and Ben rewatch Edgar Wright’s Hot Fuzz!
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Published 11/19/24
In this week’s episode of Bring Your Own Blockbuster, Jack and Ben take on the gloriously absurd action thriller Face/Off. With a plot as outrageous as its stars’ performances, they delve into the twisted world of face-swapping, Nic Cage’s signature overacting, and why John Travolta might just be...
Published 11/12/24