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For Screen and Country

For Screen And Country | Age of Radio

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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84:00

Snatch

For Screen and Country ·

2022/10/17

This week, the guys conclude talking about something completely similar by discussing Guy Ritchie's second feature film Snatch. They praise Guy Ritchie's skill at weaving a labyrinthine plot with very little confusion for the viewers, Jason admires Dennis Farina's cursing skills, they are surprised to learn that the movie is not as hyper-kinetic as they remembered and much more. Next week: Back to the list as the guys explore some spooky caves. Questions? Comments? Suggestions? You can always

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86:21

The Walk

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2022/10/10

Since they talked about the documentary Man on Wire, this week the guys discuss the Robert Zemeckis' feature film adaptation of the real story of Philippe Petit and his infamous wire-walk - the aptly-titled The Walk. They talk about Joseph Gordon-Levitt's performance and accent work, Annie getting short-changed here even moreso than the documentary, the look of the climactic walk and much more. Plus: the ultimate debate - even if the movie is good... is it necessary? Next week: A spiritual sequel

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93:10

Borat Subsequent Moviefilm

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2022/10/03

Well, they talked about Borat so why not talk about the controversial sequel Borat Subsequent Moviefilm? After a special message regarding the recently departed Royal Majesty, the guys get into the film and talk about the Borat popularity seesaw, the strength and occasional upstaging by Maria Bakalova as Tutar, the weirdly endearing quality of Borat's two housemates, Sacha Baron Cohen nearly being killed, the infamous Rudy Giuliani scene and fallout and much more. Next week: From documentary to

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64:05

Wallace & Gromit: the shorts!

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2022/09/26

This list has been fun but NOW it's time for something completely similar... Seeing as how the fellas have discussed The Curse of the Were-Rabbit, it's time to take a look at the four shorts that the two beloved characters Wallace & Gromit have inhabited: A Grand Day Out, The Wrong Trousers, A Close Shave and A Matter of Loaf and Death. They talk about the character elements that have remained consistent throughout the series, Brendan reveals a hot take about a beloved TV show, they talk about all

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98:15

Rebecca

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2022/09/19

The guys talk about Hitchcock this week and delve into the only collaboration he had with David O. Selznick - Rebecca. They discuss the sly jabs at gossip columnist Hedda Hopper, pre-conceived notions about Hitchcock only making horror films, the lesbian overtones in Mrs. Danvers' relationship with the unseen title character and more. Plus: some controversial takes at the end of this episode!? Next week: And Now for Something Completely Similar... Questions? Comments? Suggestions? You can always

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102:01

The Man Who Fell to Earth

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2022/09/12

It's back to space this week as the guys watch Duncan Jones' father wow audiences and critics (at least in modern reviews) alike with The Man Who Fell to Earth. They talk about Bowie's real-life fragile mental state framing his performance, the themes in the film that are even more appropriate today, Rip Torn's penis, the contemporary mixed reaction to the film and much more. Next week: Hitchcock! Questions? Comments? Suggestions? You can always shoot us an e-mail at

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90:58

Dead Man's Shoes

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2022/09/05

This week, the two Canucks watch a British revenge thriller called Dead Man's Shoes - a movie which they have literally zero knowledge of going into it. They talk about how the movie plays on revenge and slasher tropes, they discuss the final twist, they wonder if Richard and Anthony were ever actually close or if the mission is out of obligation more than love and much more. Next week: back to space! Questions? Comments? Suggestions? You can always shoot us an e-mail at

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113:47

Moon

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2022/08/29

This week, the duo watch a movie directed by David Bowie's son and starring Sam Rockwell - MOOOOOOOOOON! They talk about how the film subverts genre expectations with the artificial intelligence character, Rockwell playing two very different roles that can only be told apart by his acting, the way in which the low budget is utilized and much more. Plus: Jason wonders how Sam resisted himself. Next week: revenge is a dish best served British. Questions? Comments? Suggestions? You can always shoot

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96:36

28 Days Later

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2022/08/22

This week, the guys talk about Danny Boyle again with his zombie classic 28 Days Later. How much of an influence did this have on the new wave of zombie movies in the 21st century? Does the film accurately portray virus outbreaks and how they start or does it fall short scientifically? Which of the MANY endings are the best? All that and more in this week's episode! Next week: we go to outer space! Questions? Comments? Suggestions? You can always shoot us an e-mail at

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107:23

Look Back in Anger

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2022/08/15

Richard Burton lights up the screen this week as an angry "young" man in Tony Richardson's kitchen sink drama Look Back in Anger! The guys talk all about Burton's magnetic performance despite being severely miscast, the film's commentary on the era of the Raj in India, the very rehearsed Vaudeville bits, the taboo subject matter and much more. Next week: the podcast gets spooky and an old friend! Questions? Comments? Suggestions? You can always shoot us an e-mail at

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87:56

Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit

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2022/08/08

More family entertainment this week as the guys talk all about Aardman Animations and one of their most beloved films - Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit. They talk all about the perils of filming claymation, the tawdry humour that this film gets away with at times, Gromit as one of the best silent characters in cinema history - plus: Jason goes deep into the pure evil of Wallace's intentions and much more. Next week: an old movie! EW! Questions? Comments? Suggestions? You can always

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96:45

Paddington

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2022/08/01

This week, the guys talk about the lovely family film adaptation of Paddington. Having covered the second one already, they focus in on what sets this film apart from other similar adaptations of children's books, they praise Nicole Kidman's wonderful villainous performance, they ponder Mr. Curry and his coded racism, Jason wonders if the film is contemporary and much more. Next week: another family film! Questions? Comments? Suggestions? You can always shoot us an e-mail at

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106:19

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban

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2022/07/25

This week, the guys tackle a HUGE movie with the third entry in the beloved wizarding franchise - Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban. After discussing the complicated legacy of J.K. Rowling, the guys then dive into this being the first truly dark film in the series, debate if the movie stands on its own without having watched any previous entries, the central focus on Hermione and her evolving personality and much more. Plus: M. Night Shyamalan almost directed this movie, guys! Next week: a

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100:30

Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels

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2022/07/18

Back to the Empire list with Guy Ritchie's feature film debut - Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels. After the show transitions into a grammar podcast for a few minutes, Brendan and Jason talk about the Tarantino comparisons to Ritchie, they marvel at the great performances by all the non-actors, Jason displays his knowledge of cockney rhyming slang, they learn about the Lock, Stock TV show and much more! Next week: a huuuuuuuuuuuge sequel in a very popular franchise. Questions? Comments

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85:12

Last Night (1998)

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2022/07/11

Canuck Puck! One more diversion from the list for now as Jason brings forth a Canadian film all about the inevitable end of the world called Last Night written, directed by and starring Don McKellar. The guys talk all about their end-of-the-world plans, whether David Cronenberg plays the most sane or INSANE character in the film, Purge-style gangs, the connection to Y2K paranoia at the time and much more. Next week: Back to the Empire list and it's time for the debut of a fairly prolific

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103:40

Pride and Prejudice (2005) (w/Sharon Horwatt)

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2022/07/04

Full disclosure: there were some audio issues throughout this episode so please forgive the occasional crackling sound as Sharon's home state was literally being attacked by tornadoes. It's time for a break so allow the fellas this rest from the list as they talk about the 2005 adaptation of Pride and Prejudice as directed by... you guessed it, Joe Wright. In the biggest coincidence ever, the guys talk about a second Wright film in a row... but as a bonus, they are joined by none other than the

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119:36

Atonement

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2022/06/27

This week, the guys delve into the Joe Wright period piece revolving around a very weighty accusation and the fallout which occurs as a result. That's right - they're talking about Atonement starring the great Keira Knightley. They talk about unconscious bias, the fake-out happy ending that turns into a surprising twist, the impressive long takes during the Dunkirk scenes and much more. Plus: we got visits from countless celebrities and WHAT did Steven Spielberg do with his Air BNB?! Next week: we

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91:06

Slumdog Millionaire

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2022/06/20

This week on the Empire list, the guys talk about the highly successful award-winning Slumdog Millionaire. Brendan takes shots at the internal logic and narrative device used throughout, they discuss Dev Patel's groundbreaking performance, they praise Danny Boyle's next-level research before making the film, they debate the character redemption of Salim and much more. Next week: accusations can be very dangerous. Questions? Comments? Suggestions? You can always shoot us an e-mail at

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97:10

Control

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2022/06/13

Apparently, the trend of biopics continues this week with the 2007 film Control, which focuses on the (short) life of Joy Division frontman Ian Curtis. The guys talk about the haunting origins of the band's name, Toby Kebbell's standout performance as the well-rounded (and often hilarious) band manager, the lack of blame for either of Curtis' romantic partners and much more. Plus: Jason pitches Copperhead 2 with Brendan reprising his role. Next week: a huuuuuuuge Oscar winner for Best

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108:06

Mr. Turner

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2022/06/06

This week, that's enough for the laughter. Back to sadness! The guys check out podcast favourite Mike Leigh and his biopic account of a famous painter with the film Mr. Turner. They talk about Leigh's unique writing style bringing interesting touches to a story based in fact, the Timothy Spall Acting School of Grunts and Groans, criticism of the interpretation of art, the introduction of the camera and much more. Next week: another biopic! Questions? Comments? Suggestions? You can always shoot us

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