We’re back with another episode in our season of films about dreams. This week we’re turning once again to Nicolas Cage in the Kristoffer Borgli film, Dream Scenario. The last time we spoke about Cage was for our Con Air episode and his turn as Paul Matthews in Dream Scenario couldn’t be more different than Cameron Poe. Not a furry bunny in sight i…

For the third episode in our line-up of movies about dreaming, we take it back to the 1990's with the Alex Proyas written and directed Dark City (1998). Did we mean to cover two William Hurt movies in a row? Is Lost in Space next? How did he get that Accordion? What did we think of the performances? Does the Neo-noir element of Dark City still hold…

Sticking with our season of films about dreams, we turn our head to Ken Russell for the 1980 Sci-Fi/Horror Altered States. What do we think the visual elements of this film mean? Did John C. Lilly talk to Dolphins? Why did Paddy Chayefsky and Ken Russell fall out? How did a pair of Betty Boop socks convince the cast to be in the film? Why is this i…

Come True (2020) is a Horror/Sci-Fi written and directed by Anthony Scott Burns and is the first movie in Dan's season of movies about dreams. Find out what we think it means, hear us gush about the sound and question if slippers are hard wearing enough for miles of walking on tarmac. Actually we don't discuss footwear at all, that's just one of th…

It's that time again. Yes, it's just 1 week before we begin our brand new season so it must be time for a bonus show. This time we thought we would release our Twisters show on the main feed which we dropped over on our Patreon last week. We go a little spoilery on this one although some would argue that there really isn't that much to spoil. Find …

On August 5th we begin our brand new season with a theme chosen by Dan. This time he's gone for dreams. There are a number of ways to interpret the theme and we have an eclectic mix of movies to talk about over the 8 weeks. We begin with Come True (2020) which drops on 5th August. Would you like to see the full lineup for season 7? The only place w…

Our Barbarian show marked the end of Sarah's season of trapped films. But fear not, we still have our wrap show which is available in full over on our Patreon. We'll be back on August 5th with a brand new theme. Look out for the season 7 trailer coming next week and at the same time, we'll drop our season lineup for free members of our Patreon. So …

This week we're covering our most recent movie yet. We sit down to talk about Zach Cregger's Barbarian (2020). We talk about the Writer/Director's inspiration for Barbarian, the unusual changes in tone and how it all fits together. Sadly, this is the last episode of the season but we'll be back on the main feed with a brand new season on August 5th…

The Breakfast club is considered by many to be the peak of the John Hughes gold rush of the 80s. Everyone has a favorite John Hughes movie. But where does The Breakfast Club stand in our opinion? Come and find out. We also talk about why Andrew is taping buns together (Dan learns what buns are), Bender’s unacceptable behavior and the fan theory tha…

This week we're talking Dogtooth (2009) from Writer/Director Yorgos Lanthimos. In an uncommon scheduling coincidence, this episode ties in with the release of his latest film, Kinds of Kindness, which we'll no doubt cover on our Patreon feed. But for now, come listen to us discuss what it all means. Why does Yorgos insist on making his audience fee…

This week we delve into Brandon Cronenberg's film Possessor (2020). We discuss the complex themes, brilliant visual effects and motivations of the main characters. Season 6 runs until 8th July 2024. For the full season line-up head over to our Patreon page and become a free member. If you like what you hear, please rate and review us on your podcas…

As we approach the halfway mark in our season of Trapped movies, we return to the glorious well of John Carpenter with Assault on Precinct 13 (1976). Join us as we discuss the performances from the central cast and how criminally cool Napoleon Wilson is. We also talk a little bit about ice cream. Season 6 runs until 8th July 2024. For the full seas…

We are taking a slightly darker turn this week with Bad Boy Bubby (1993). The film that search-engines describes as a Comedy/Crime film but we don’t think it’s quite that simple. It’s a film about abuse, growing up, religion and art and doesn’t fit neatly into any one genre. We discuss Rolf de Heer’s vision and the techniques he used to deliver thi…

It’s the 2nd episode in Sarah’s season of Trapped films. This time we’re talking Alex Garland’s 2014 Sci-fi/Thriller, Ex Machina. There is so much to cover in Ex Machina which is why it turned into a bumper episode. We get into Alex Garland’s career leading up to Ex Machina and beyond, the 2014 perspective of AI, Domhnall Gleeson’s pyjamas and why …

We're back with a new season. This time Sarah has chosen the theme and carefully put together the lineup of films we're covering over the next 8 weeks. The first stop in our Trapped season is Vincenzo Natali's Cube (1997.) Listen as we discuss the production, story, performances and why Sting sings like that. Season 6 runs until 8th July 2024. For …

It's bonus show time. This week we talk about the Ryan Gosling fronted action comedy, The Fall Guy. Next week we begin our sixth season which Sarah has carefully considered and programmed. This time she's gone for "Trapped" as the season's theme with some very interesting movies in the lineup. We kick of with 1997's Cube so if you haven't seen it a…

We are back in just two weeks on May 20th with our brand new season. As Dan chose the theme last time, it's over to Sarah to curate this season's lineup of movies. Season 6 begins two-weeks from today with the first episode all about being trapped in a Cube. Yes, we're talking Vincenzo Natali's 90's sci-fi/horror, Cube and this is a clip from the f…

Candace Owens invited Rabbi Barclay to her show for an open dialog about a scathing article he wrote about her, labeling her as a "Jew hating anti-Semite". What was supposed to be a back and forth to clear the air, was instead a propaganda filled disinformation fest by the Rabbi. I find myself in the unusual position of actually defending Candace. …

We have reached the end of another season. But before we move on to season 6, we have the small matter of our end of season wrap show to address. This a preview of that show which is available to members of our £3.00 a month Patreon tier. If you would like to keep listening to us while we're on our main feed hols, you could head over there. For £3.…

We made it to the end of another season. This episode marks the end of our Neo-Western series and we're ending with a banger (and another film that isn't a Neo-Western.) It's Big Trouble in Little China. And you know what Jack Burton always says at a time like this?! Sure he says "I never drive faster that I can see," but he also says "always liste…

Welcome friends. It's the penultimate episode in our Neo-Western series of movies and this week we have a good ol' chin wag about Walter Hill's The Warriors. We talk about Walter Hill as a filmmaker, the intention behind the movie and of course, the costumes. Plus come and find out which are our favourite and least favourite gangs in this film and …

It's episode 6 of 8 in our Neo-Western season and this week we get our teeth stuck into Kathryn Bigelow's 1987 horror, vampire, western, romance Near Dark. Surprisingly, this is the first vampire movie we've covered on the show and it's also the first Lance Henriksen film we've spoken about. It will not be the last of either of those things. We get…

Welcome to another edition of our Neo-Western season. This week we take a deep-dive into Waterworld. Once again we are joined by a host of the Just The Thing podcast. Joel Jessup joins us to talk about the questionable ethics of The Mariner, Kevin Costner's ego, a proposed alternative outcome to the bungee scene and anything (everything) else. Seas…

Episode four of Neo Western season sees us joined by Chris Regan of the awesome Just The Thing podcast. We chat about the 2000 action-thriller oddity Way Of The Gun. Amongst the topics of conversation this week are the absolutely stacked star cast, how we feel about the rampant bigotry in the context of the film, and Christopher McQuarrie's career.…

Our third episode in Neo Western season sees us go to Perfection, Nevada to catch up with Earl and Val for a deep burrow into 1990's Tremors. Is it a Western? Well, that's debatable, but hearing Dan justify its inclusion is certainly interesting! We chat about the cast and crew, including Fred Ward, Kevin Bacon and Michael Gross, and we also give o…

In this episode, we venture into the chilling, snow-covered landscape of Taylor Sheridan's Wind River. We cover everything from Jeremy Renner and Elizabeth Olson's screen history, to just why this film is so important in addressing some of the real life issues that indigenous people face. We dive into the film's coverage of violence, grief, and the…

Join us as we delve into the comic book world of James Mangold's Logan, for one last Wolverine hurrah (but not really). In the first episode of our Neo Western season, we take you on an emotional journey through the gritty landscape of the 2017 film, as well as discovering exactly what makes a Neo Western. We're breaking down the film's themes of f…

Welcome listeners both new and old. We hope you enjoy our thoughts on Madame Web. Next week we begin our fifth season which is all about Neo-Western movies. On March 4th we kick things off with our first in the 8 episode run with Logan. If you like what you hear, and would like to support us on Patreon, our £3.00 a month tier will get you access to…

Hey friends. In just 2 weeks, we begin our fifth season which is all about Neo-Western movies. If this sounds like your jam you will be pleased to know that season 5 begins on March 4th and we would love it if you join us for that. If you would like to keep listening to us while we're on our break, you can catch us on Patreon and sign up for free t…

Wondering why everyone is talking about the atrocities in Gaza at the hands of the Israeli government, but no one is actually doing anything about it? There might be a valid reason, and it's terrifying. Here is the link to the videos included in this episode. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1SV2pcGzJEbXWIvUnK_nmxI-LXSmL4Pns/view?usp=sharing Here ar…

We have reached the end of another season. But before we move on to season 5, we have the small matter of our end of season wrap show to address. This a preview of that show which is available to members of our £3.00 a month Patreon tier. If you would like to keep listening to us while we're on our main feed hols, you could head over there. For £3.…

We made it to the end of our folklore themed season of movies. This week we get a little help from Jamie of Final Transmission Podcast to dissect The Blair Witch Project (1999.) We will be back for season 5 on March 4th with a brand new theme and this time, it's Dan's turn to choose. If you would like to keep listening to us while we prepare season…

It's the penultimate episode of our folklore season and completely by accident, we've scheduled another 2021 movie. This week we chat all things The Green Knight. We discuss A24 and connections to The VVitch. We ponder what the point of the Fox was and hope that not all the characters were Gawain's Mother. Season 4 will run until 5th Feb 2024. For …

It's still folklore season here at Shoot The Hostage and we are so happy to be chatting about this one. This week we turn to the most recent entry in the Candyman saga with Nia DaCosta's 2021 film. We discuss Clive Barker's original work, the original 1992 movie, how Yahya Abdul-Mateen's broad shoulders. Season 4 will run until 5th Feb 2024. For th…

We are continuing our folklore season and this time it's a rare first time watch for both of us as we talk Kaneto Shindo's 1964 film, Onibaba. Or Oni..ba.ba.ba as per Sarah's earworm. We discuss how old was considered old for a human in feudal Japan, Hannya masks and the usual loosely connected tangents. Season 4 will run until 5th Feb 2024. For th…

Israel is doing everything in its power to stop me from posting these episodes which are exposing exactly what it's been doing and the real reason behind the Gaza conflict. I will restore the deleted files and post links to all of the included video references shortly. Even more disturbing than the first episode, I delve into why the United States …

We're back for another adaptation of a folktale as we turn our attention to The Little Red Riding Hood with Matthew Bright’s 1996 movie, Freeway. Season 4 will run until 5th Feb 2024. For the full season line-up head over to our Patreon page and become a free member. If you like what you hear, please rate and review us on you podcast player of choi…

Welcome back to another episode in our folklore movie season. This week we take a look at Rare Exports: A Christmas Tale from 2010. Described as a Horror/Fantasy and directed by Jalmari Helander, this festive-film was based on 2 shorts released in 2003 and 2006. We talk about the folktales that inspired Rare Exports and our thoughts on the movie wi…

As a thank you to all of our listeners and as a way to talk about the year in movies, we thought we would do a run-down show of our favourite 2023 movies. We sat down after some day drinking at the pub to have a chat about 2023 films and to list our separate top 5 films of the year. We then thought it was a good idea to try and come up with a combi…

Welcome to our podcast, where we dive deep into the world of movies! This season, we are exploring folklore movies, and in this episode, we are shining a light on the 1974 proto-slasher film, Black Christmas, directed by Bob Clark. Join us as we discuss this classic film, featuring a stellar cast including Olivia Hussey, Margot Kidder, and John Sax…

Welcome back to our movie podcast for a fourth season. In this season we are covering 8 folklore movies. This time we deep-dive into the 2015 film, The Witch, directed by Robert Eggers. As part of our folklore-themed film season, we explore the tale of a 17th-century New England family who may or may not face supernatural forces in the wilderness. …

In this episode I take a long (very long) look into the recent and ongoing conflict in Gaza between Israel and the Palestinians and the things that led up to the conflict. I have viewed over 100 hours of video and resourced and verified more information for this podcast than any subject I have ever researched, ever. Accuracy was exceptionally impor…

We are back on December 18th with season 4 but until then, here are our thoughts on Emerald Fennell's new movie, Saltburn. Chat with us at : Instagram or Twitter Support us at : PatreonOleh Shoot The Hostage Podcast

We will be back on December 18th with a new season. This time the theme is folklore and as usual we will be covering 8 movies over 8 weeks. If you would like to keep listening to us while we're on our breaks, you can catch us on Patreon and sign up for free to see what it's all about. Our £3.00 a month tier will get you access to a minimum of 2 rev…

It's that time again, yes we have reached the end of another season. After covering 8 different movies with aliens we are taking a break from the main feed. But fear not, we are back with a brand new season and theme on December 18th. Until then here's a preview of our season three wrap show available over on our Patreon page. For £3 a month you wi…

Join us for more extraterrestrial chatter this week and for the last time this season. Yes... sadly this is the last in our alien movies lineup but what a way to end. We're talking 2022's Nope directed by Jordan Peele and starring Daniel Kaluuya and Keke Palmer. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us wherever you get your podcasts. Chat wit…

Welcome back, movie enthusiasts! In this week's episode of Shoot The Hostage. We delve into the mysterious realm of extra-terrestrial encounters as we explore the gripping film, "Fire in the Sky," directed by Robert Lieberman. Strap yourselves in for a wildly unfocused discussion as we analyse this 1993 sci-fi thriller, based on the chilling real-l…

In this week's episode of Shoot The Hostage, we continue our journey into the extraterrestrial realm of cinema to explore the eccentric and mesmerizing world of aliens in movies. This time, we delve into the intergalactic chaos of the 1996 sci-fi comedy, "Mars Attacks!" Join your hosts Sarah and Dan as they dissect director Tim Burton's outlandish …

For episode 5 of our Aliens season, Dan and Sarah chat about Tobe Hooper's 1985 Sci-Fi/Horror Lifeforce. We throw in some trivia and discussion about the creatives behind this strange movie as well. Chat with us at : Instagram or Twitter Support us at : PatreonOleh Shoot The Hostage Podcast

This week Sarah and Dan discuss Starship Troopers. Based on the book by Robert A. Heinlein and adapted by Ed Neumeier, this violent dystopian satire divided audiences back in 1997. Join us as we discuss Paul Verhoeven, the cast and anything we find interesting. Would you like to know more?! Chat with us at : Instagram or Twitter Support us at : Pat…