Episodes

  • Films Apart | E09 | Once Upon a Time in America
    Jan 30 2025

    🎬 BIG NEWS! Our first-ever video episode is here! Watch Kyle in his trusty beanie and Lewis… sadly without his top hat 🎩❌ as we dive into Sergio Leone’s Once Upon a Time in America (1984).

    Following on from Once Upon a Time in the West, we tackle Leone’s final film—an epic gangster saga. Will it satisfy Kyle’s need for entertainment and Lewis’ love for performance?

    Watch, listen, and let us know your thoughts in the comments or on Instagram @films.apart! 🎧📽️

    #FilmsApart #Podcast #OnceUponATimeInAmerica #SergioLeone #GangsterFilms #FilmPodcast

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    40 mins
  • Films Apart | E08 | Eraserhead
    Jan 23 2025

    🎙️ New Episode Alert!

    In light of David Lynch's recent passing, we take a step back to explore the auteur’s early days with his haunting debut, Eraserhead (1977) 🎥🖤. Known for its surreal visuals and unsettling atmosphere, this cult classic is as confounding as it is captivating.

    Join Lewis and Kyle as they dive into Lynch's bizarre, nightmarish world to discuss its themes, artistry, and lasting influence. What will they make of this surreal masterpiece, and does it still hold its place in cinematic history?

    Share your thoughts in the comments or send them our way on Instagram @films.apart—we’d love to hear your take! 🎧✨

    #FilmsApart #Podcast #DavidLynch #Eraserhead #SurrealCinema #CultClassic #MoviePodcast

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    26 mins
  • Films Apart | E07 | Once Upon a Time in the West
    Jan 15 2025

    🎙️ New Episode Alert!

    This week, we saddle up and ride into Sergio Leone’s legendary Spaghetti Western, Once Upon a Time in the West (1968) 🤠🎬. Is this epic as timeless as they say? Does the iconic opening live up to the hype? And how do its themes and characters resonate today?

    Join us as we unpack this cinematic milestone, from Ennio Morricone’s breathtaking score to Leone’s masterful direction and those unforgettable performances.

    We’d love to hear your thoughts! Drop them in the comments or send us a message on Instagram @films.apart. Let’s talk cinema! 🎧✨

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    29 mins
  • Films Apart | E06 | Hot Fuzz
    Jan 8 2025

    This week, we turn the spotlight to Kyle’s pick for a British cult comedy: Edgar Wright’s Hot Fuzz 🔥👮‍♂️—the action-packed centerpiece of the Cornetto Trilogy!

    Kyle shares his love for the film’s punchy humour, rapid-fire editing, and genre-bending brilliance, while Lewis revisits a movie he once didn’t find so charming. Has his opinion changed?

    Join us as we dive into this modern classic and debate whether Hot Fuzz is still one of the finest comedies to hit British cinema! 🎧✨

    #FilmsApart #Podcast #HotFuzz #EdgarWright #CornettoTrilogy #CultClassic #MoviePodcast

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    28 mins
  • Films Apart | E05 | Withnail and I
    Jan 1 2025

    Happy New Year! 🎉 To kick off 2025 with style, Lewis introduces Kyle to one of his all-time favourites: the cult British comedy Withnail and I (1987) 🎭🍷.

    While Kyle discovers its razor-sharp humour and eccentric charm for the first time, Lewis dives into what makes this classic so enduring. From iconic quotes to unforgettable characters, we unpack the brilliance of this cult gem and ask—does it still hold up today? Tune in and find out! 🎧✨

    #FilmsApart #Podcast #WithnailAndI #BritishComedy #CultClassic #MoviePodcast

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    39 mins
  • Films Apart | E04 | Black Christmas & Meet Me In St.Louis
    Dec 25 2024

    In this special Christmas episode, Kyle and Lewis introduce each other to their personal holiday favourites, revealing just how different their tastes really are. Kyle shares the chilling slasher classic Black Christmas (1974), while Lewis brings the heartfelt musical Meet Me in St. Louis (1944) to the table. One’s filled with festive chills, the other with timeless tunes—but which one captures the Christmas spirit better? Tune in to hear how these films stack up and how they reflect the duo’s contrasting tastes. 🎄🔪🎶

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    43 mins
  • Films Apart | E03 | Home Alone & Bone Alone
    Dec 18 2024

    In this episode, Kyle and Lewis tackle two very different holiday films: the beloved Christmas classic Home Alone (1990) and the cheap, soulless mock-buster Bone Alone (2013). Home Alone brings heart, hilarity, and clever slapstick, while Bone Alone delivers bad acting, laughable CGI, and zero holiday charm. Join them as they compare Kevin McCallister’s ingenious antics to the baffling chaos of a dog defending its home. Which film gets the festive spirit right, and which one deserves to be left behind? Tune in for this hilarious breakdown of holiday highs and lows!

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    35 mins
  • Films Apart | E02 | Gremlins & There's Something in the Barn
    Dec 11 2024

    In this episode, Kyle and Lewis dive into a festive showdown between two creature-filled Christmas films. First, they revisit the iconic Gremlins (1984), a chaotic blend of comedy and horror that set the standard for Christmas mayhem. Then, they explore the new Norwegian Christmas horror-comedy There's Something in the Barn (2023), a tale of mischief and carnage centred around a mischievous barn elf. Can the nostalgia of Gremlins still hold its charm in 2023? And does There's Something in the Barn have what it takes to become a modern-day Christmas classic? Tune in as they compare, critique, and crown their festive favorite!

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    38 mins