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Like 2 dates at the drive-in: Rear Window
CW: Violence against animals mentioned
We've become a podcast of peeping Toms! Today, Am and Will gaze across the courtyard and into Hitchcock's own apartment. What mysteries lie in the homes of your neighbours? What does this have to do with the Male Gaze, and a film academic from the 1970s? You know there's only one way to find out...
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Welcome to The Date Night Drive In! Am, Will, and their special guests watch their way through the top 100 films on IMDB. With plenty of film-history, an abundance of pop-culture references, and a masochistic love of cinema, we can't wait for you to join us at the drive in.
Our next episode will air on December 30th. In theory.
Our theme music was composed by Am Chisholm, and includes voice acting from Nathan Jones. You can find Nate on Twitter at @natescottjones
Our cover art was created by Eiriol Evans. You can find Eiriol on twitter at @Hombow1
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15. In this Drive-In, or the Next!: Gladiator
29:09||Season 1, Ep. 15CW: Discussion of Gore and ViolenceWe /will/ have our date night - in this drive-in, or the next! Despite a very, very long gap, Will and Am are back with very special guest Luce to talk about Ridley Scott's Gladiator (2000). Time to chat about Epics, post 9-11 cinema and directorial intent - and if Ridley Scott is truly the Nicholas Cage of directors! Am Letterboxd: https://boxd.it/GK8vWill Letterboxd: https://boxd.it/XyDlWelcome to The Date Night Drive In! Am, Will, and their special guests watch their way through the top 100 films on IMDB. With plenty of film-history, an abundance of pop-culture references, and a masochistic love of cinema, we can't wait for you to join us at the drive in.Our next episode will air at the end of February, in theory. Our theme music was composed by Am Chisholm, and includes voice acting from Nathan Jones. You can find Nate on Twitter at @natescottjonesOur cover art was created by Eiriol Evans. You can find Eiriol on twitter at @Hombow114. Back, to the Drive-In!: Back to the Future
50:42||Season 1, Ep. 14Where we're going, we don't need podcasts! Am, Will and returning guest Chloe chat all things Back to the Future, with nostalgia, capitalism and branding abound! Is Marty's mum really that hot? Why is a 16 year old besties with a man in his 50s? There's only one way to find out! Am Letterboxd: https://boxd.it/GK8vWill Letterboxd: https://boxd.it/XyDlWelcome to The Date Night Drive In! Am, Will, and their special guests watch their way through the top 100 films on IMDB. With plenty of film-history, an abundance of pop-culture references, and a masochistic love of cinema, we can't wait for you to join us at the drive in.Our next episode will air at the end of July. In theory.Our theme music was composed by Am Chisholm, and includes voice acting from Nathan Jones. You can find Nate on Twitter at @natescottjonesOur cover art was created by Eiriol Evans. You can find Eiriol on twitter at @Hombow113. Rock Me, Date Night Drive In: Amadeus
55:50||Season 1, Ep. 13Tune up your orchestra, and join the team (and special guest Chloe Elliott) as we explore 1700's Vienna! A dying Salieri confesses his guilt, and responsibility for the death of the legendary Mozart... but is he truly to blame?(yes)Am Letterboxd: https://boxd.it/GK8vWill Letterboxd: https://boxd.it/XyDlWelcome to The Date Night Drive In! Am, Will, and their special guests watch their way through the top 100 films on IMDB. With plenty of film-history, an abundance of pop-culture references, and a masochistic love of cinema, we can't wait for you to join us at the drive in.Our next episode will air at the end of June. In theory.Our theme music was composed by Am Chisholm, and includes voice acting from Nathan Jones. You can find Nate on Twitter at @natescottjonesOur cover art was created by Eiriol Evans. You can find Eiriol on twitter at @Hombow1If you've made it this far:"nyah" - Catboy Mozart (allegedly)12. Remember the Drive In: Coco
48:50||Season 1, Ep. 12TW: Discussion of deathIt's been a minute, fellow drive-in daters. Will and Am apologies for their lateness, and get stuck in with 2018's Coco! Our hosts journey to the land of the dead, and basque (yes, that's a pun) in this feature's stunning soundtrack. Will gains a little more appreciation for animation, and Am discusses her favourite EGOT. Am Letterboxd: https://boxd.it/GK8vWill Letterboxd: https://boxd.it/XyDlWelcome to The Date Night Drive In! Am, Will, and their special guests watch their way through the top 100 films on IMDB. With plenty of film-history, an abundance of pop-culture references, and a masochistic love of cinema, we can't wait for you to join us at the drive in.Our next episode will air on April 28th. In theory.Our theme music was composed by Am Chisholm, and includes voice acting from Nathan Jones. You can find Nate on Twitter at @natescottjonesOur cover art was created by Eiriol Evans. You can find Eiriol on twitter at @Hombow110. The Last Drive In: Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade
57:14||Season 1, Ep. 10A podcast.... Why did it have to be a podcast? Am and Will crack the whip and get stuck in with their latest watch, Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade. Joined by Am's dad (that's Simon to you) the gang explore Nostalgia, Spielberg, and ask just how committed an actor Mr Ford is. Welcome to The Date Night Drive In! Am, Will, and their special guests watch their way through the top 100 films on IMDB. With plenty of film-history, an abundance of pop-culture references, and a masochistic love of cinema, we can't wait for you to join us at the drive in.Our next episode will air on December 30th. In theory.Our theme music was composed by Am Chisholm, and includes voice acting from Nathan Jones. You can find Nate on Twitter at @natescottjonesOur cover art was created by Eiriol Evans. You can find Eiriol on twitter at @Hombow19. The drive-in of life : The Lion King
01:08:50||Season 1, Ep. 9We're gonna be mighty podcast hosts, so enemies, beware! Today Am, Will, and a Very Special Guest (Am's flatmate) explore everything from Pride Rock to the Elephant Graveyard with hit film, The Lion King! Does this animation giant still stand tall? You know how to find out... Welcome to The Date Night Drive In! Am, Will, and their special guests watch their way through the top 100 films on IMDB. With plenty of film-history, an abundance of pop-culture references, and a masochistic love of cinema, we can't wait for you to join us at the drive in.Our next episode will air on November 25th. In theory.Our theme music was composed by Am Chisholm, and includes voice acting from Nathan Jones. You can find Nate on Twitter at @natescottjonesOur cover art was created by Eiriol Evans. You can find Eiriol on twitter at @Hombow18. I don't know how to run a drive-in: Citizen Kane
49:47||Season 1, Ep. 8CW: Mentions of sexual violence and suicideWell, August was a write off. But today, Will and Am explore the history of one Charles Foster Kane. The 93r'd best film ever (allegedly), and the favourite of directors around the world, will Citizen Kane live up to the hype? You know there's only one way to find out. Welcome to The Date Night Drive In! Am, Will, and their special guests watch their way through the top 100 films on IMDB. With plenty of film-history, an abundance of pop-culture references, and a masochistic love of cinema, we can't wait for you to join us at the drive in.Our next episode will air on October 28th. In theory.Our theme music was composed by Am Chisholm, and includes voice acting from Nathan Jones. You can find Nate on Twitter at @natescottjonesOur cover art was created by Eiriol Evans. You can find Eiriol on twitter at @Hombow17. The Greatest Date the Drive-In Ever Pulled: The Usual Suspects
42:06||Season 1, Ep. 7CW: Mentions of sexual assault, violence and alcohol. Today, Am and Will round up the Usual Suspects! At rank 39, does this movie deserve it's acclaim (and Oscar nominations?) - there's only one way to find out! Join us as we jump between past and present, California and New York, the hospital and the police station. Would we pick this classic out of a line up? Listen and see!Welcome to The Date Night Drive In! Am, Will, and their special guests watch their way through the top 100 films on IMDB. With plenty of film-history, an abundance of pop-culture references, and a masochistic love of cinema, we can't wait for you to join us at the drive in.Our next episode will air on August 26th. In theory. Our theme music was composed by Am Chisholm, and includes voice acting from Nathan Jones. You can find Nate on Twitter at @natescottjonesOur cover art was created by Eiriol Evans. You can find Eiriol on twitter at @Hombow1