In this week's episode we watch Jacque Tati's Playtime (1967). It is often considered a masterpiece of comedy cinema but did we go haha hoohoo? Did Ben notice all the reflections? Did Thom dash about on the office chair? And will Ollie ever find that briefcase containing all the money we made from the Kangaroo Jack episode? Tune in and find out you numpties! We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us! TIMESTAMPS: TBD Music by Ben Stinson & Thom Sweeney Audio engineered by Ben Stinson at Longwater Productions ⁠⁠⁠https ..read more

In this episode we discuss the often overlooked Charlie Kaufman film Anomalisa (2015) looking at a sad velvet middle aged man. Do we enjoy the intimate look at animated David Thewlis? Are all three of us voiced by Tom Noonan? Does Jennifer Jason Leigh play you, the listener? Jolly well tune in and find out then! Honestly, some people. TIMESTAMPS: TBD Music by Ben Stinson & Thom Sweeney Audio engineered by Ben Stinson at Longwater Productions ⁠⁠⁠https://longwaterproductions.com⁠⁠ WEBSITE: ⁠https://entertainmentofexcellence.weebly.com⁠ INSTAGRAM: ⁠https://instagram.com/eofepodcast⁠ TIKTOK ..read more

In this episode we watch the Tarkovsky classic Mirror (1975). Described as a "cinematic poem" it is presented as a series of seemingly unconnected memories. Listen to us REFLECT on it, and you may SEE DOUBLE of one of the ratings, but what is the rating? And who gave it? A true mystery that can only be solved by listening to this episode! We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us! TIMESTAMPS: TBD Music by Ben Stinson & Thom Sweeney Audio engineered by Ben Stinson at Longwater Productions ⁠⁠⁠https://longwaterproduction ..read more

In this episode we watch the indie movie A Ghost Story (2017) from the "le underrated gem" studio A24 and we all definitely love it with no disagreements. We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us! Timestamps: TBD Music by Ben Stinson & Thom Sweeney Audio engineered by Ben Stinson at Longwater Productions ⁠https://longwaterproductions.com WEBSITE: https://entertainmentofexcellence.weebly.com INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/eofepodcast TWITTER: https://twitter.com/eofepodcast WATCH A GHOST STORY: https://www.justwatch ..read more

In this episode we review the 2023 season of Black Mirror, Black Mirror Season 6. Which is our favourite episode? Is the sci-fi good? Will we have a consistent rating system? Watch to find out! We need that juicy watch time more than Netflix does. We also talk about our submission this week, the queer, indie, fantasy romp The Butterfly Queen (2022), which you can find out more about on Instagram @butterflyqfilm Music by Ben Stinson & Thom Sweeney Audio engineered by Ben Stinson at Longwater Productions ⁠https://longwaterproductions.com WEBSITE: https://entertainmentofexcellence.weebly.com ..read more

In this episode we watch the 2013 sci-fi film Her, starring Joaquin Phoenix and Scarlett Johansson. Do we fall in love with our own computers over the course of the episode? Listen and find out you insignificant human! We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us! TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Intro 1:35 - Synopsis 3:33 - Theodore/Amy relationship and themes of human experience 10:20 - Sci-Fi concepts, presentation of AI and trivia 17:41 - Colours and casting/ acting 24:26 - Budget and awkward scenes/ loneliness 34:33 - Ideas about attr ..read more

In our 59th episode we go to hell. That's it. Enjoy! We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us! TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Intro 1:00 - Synopsis 2:40 - Betty and 2 good jokes 6:04 - Gord 'character development', editing issues and pacing 24:06 - Tom Green prank and setups 28:14 - Character of parents, casting and budget 33:48 - Music, moments of promise, and predictable moments 37:29 - Cartoon sequence 38:14 - Overview and ratings 43:11 - Submissions Spotlight  43:22 - Thom's recommendation 46:34 - Ollie's recommendation 51 ..read more

In our 60th episode, we review Christopher Nolan's first feature film Following (1998). The plot follows aspiring writer Bill who follows people to discover more about their lives when he is taken under the wing of a burglar. Can we wrap our heads around the non-chronological order? What do we think of what was accomplished with the micro budget? Are there any recommendations? I already know, but you'll have to tune in to find out obviously.  We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us! TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Intro 0:54 ..read more

In our 58th episode we take a look at the George Lucas classic Star W- I mean Indian- sorry, American Graffiti (1973). The film follows a group of teenagers as they prepare to move on from their high school life and search for what is really important to them. This one split us a bit so could be an interesting listen, especially if you're into the sound of Ben ripping Thom's spinal column through his throat. Well at least Thom knew the names of the characters smh my head. We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us! TIMEST ..read more

In our 57th Episode, we review the classic 1968 sci-fi film 2001: A Space Odyssey, written and directed by Stanley Kubrick. Listen as we delve into the expansive themes, beautiful cinematography and spectacular special effects. Could this be our favourite film so far? Listen and find out! We didn't have any submissions this week, but if you're a creator and want to have your work reviewed, message us! Music by Ben Stinson & Thom Sweeney Audio engineered by Ben Stinson at Longwater Productions https://longwaterproductions.com WEBSITE: https://entertainmentofexcellence.weebly.com INSTAGRAM ..read more