Episode 181 - A Simple Plan
Sadly, the case closes on this Noirvember. But, we have one more bullet in the chamber and that bullet has A Simple Plan written all over it.
In the shadows of '98, a celluloid masterpiece emerged, swathed in the seductive embrace of noir's enigma and ethical quandaries. A Simple Plan transcended mere cinema; it plunged deep into the murky abyss of the human psyche.
Director Sam Raimi, a maestro of the visual canvas, conjures a hauntingly picturesque scene. The snow-laden backdrop becomes a mirror, reflecting the characters' ever-distorting moral compasses. Bill Paxton, Billy Bob Thornton, and Bridget Fonda, leading players in this grim narrative, find themselves ensnared in a moral maze where trust and fidelity are precious commodities.
Step into the dimly lit sanctum as we welcome listener, Patrick Smith, to our rendezvous. Together, we'll unravel the mystery etched into the celluloid fabric of this noir opus. Let's dissect Raimi's directorial finesse, savor Billy Bob Thornton's Academy Award nominated performance, and unearth the thematic elements that etch A Simple Plan into the pantheon of timeless film noir.
In the world of noir, every tale is a moral labyrinth, and A Simple Plan stands as our guiding beacon through the murky waters of fate.
A Simple Plan is directed by Sam Raimi and stars Billy Bob Thorton, Bill Paxton, Bridget Fonda, Brent Briscoe, Gary Cole, Chelcie Ross and Becky Ann Baker.
If you want to leave feedback or suggest a movie bomb, please drop us a line at NotABombPod@gmail.com or Contact Us - here. Also, if you like what you hear, leave a review on Apple Podcast.
Sadly, the case closes on this Noirvember. But, we have one more bullet in the chamber and that bullet has A Simple Plan written all over it.
In the shadows of '98, a celluloid masterpiece emerged, swathed in the seductive embrace of noir's enigma and ethical quandaries. A Simple Plan transcended mere cinema; it plunged deep into the murky abyss of the human psyche.
Director Sam Raimi, a maestro of the visual canvas, conjures a hauntingly picturesque scene. The snow-laden backdrop becomes a mirror, reflecting the characters' ever-distorting moral compasses. Bill Paxton, Billy Bob Thornton, and Bridget Fonda, leading players in this grim narrative, find themselves ensnared in a moral maze where trust and fidelity are precious commodities.
Step into the dimly lit sanctum as we welcome listener, Patrick Smith, to our rendezvous. Together, we'll unravel the mystery etched into the celluloid fabric of this noir opus. Let's dissect Raimi's directorial finesse, savor Billy Bob Thornton's Academy Award nominated performance, and unearth the thematic elements that etch A Simple Plan into the pantheon of timeless film noir.
In the world of noir, every tale is a moral labyrinth, and A Simple Plan stands as our guiding beacon through the murky waters of fate.
A Simple Plan is directed by Sam Raimi and stars Billy Bob Thorton, Bill Paxton, Bridget Fonda, Brent Briscoe, Gary Cole, Chelcie Ross and Becky Ann Baker.
If you want to leave feedback or suggest a movie bomb, please drop us a line at NotABombPod@gmail.com or Contact Us - here. Also, if you like what you hear, leave a review on Apple Podcast.
Episode 180 - Narrow Margin (1990) and The Narrow Margin (1952)
The city was draped in Noirvember's shroud, and Not a Bomb was the beacon in this murky storm. In sauntered Sophia from the Moviestruck podcast, a siren with a penchant for unraveling tales buried in shadows. Deception, detectives as sharp as whiskey, dames with allure as lethal as a bullet, thugs with a dime-a-dozen sneer, and the haunting symphony of trains set the stage for our rendezvous.
We were all set for a tango in the darkness, dissecting two classics that echoed through time, a clash of eras bathed in secrets. '90s Narrow Margin and its '52 predecessor, The Narrow Margin, each holding court in their own epoch. The former—a flop, a silver screen misfire, while the latter—a darling of the Academy, embraced universally by critics.
But here's the kicker, dear listeners: will our novice sleuths echo the choir of critics or dance to a newer tune? Will they find solace in the nostalgic embrace of '52 or dare to crave the thrill of something fresher?
Take a seat, for this discourse will have your nerves as taut as a piano wire. The air was thick with anticipation, charged with the essence of unraveling mysteries, secrets, and the palpable taste of suspense. Not a Bomb was ready to detonate the truth behind these cinematic enigmas, and Sophia was our guiding light through the labyrinth of twists and turns. Buckle up, for this discussion was set to be a ride along the edges of your seat, a thrill that Noirvember couldn't contain.
Narrow Margin is directed by Peter Hyams and stars Gene Hackman, Anne Archer, James B. Sikking, J.T. Walsh and M. Emmet Walsh.
The Narrow Margin is directed by Richard Fleischer and stars Charles McGraw, Marie Windsor and Jacqueline White.
Make sure to check out Sophia over at the Moviestruck Podcast and drop her a review! We bet you will love episode 63!!!!
If you want to leave feedback or suggest a movie bomb, please drop us a line at NotABombPod@gmail.com or Contact Us - here. Also, if you like what you hear, leave a review on Apple Podcast.
The city was draped in Noirvember's shroud, and Not a Bomb was the beacon in this murky storm. In sauntered Sophia from the Moviestruck podcast, a siren with a penchant for unraveling tales buried in shadows. Deception, detectives as sharp as whiskey, dames with allure as lethal as a bullet, thugs with a dime-a-dozen sneer, and the haunting symphony of trains set the stage for our rendezvous.
We were all set for a tango in the darkness, dissecting two classics that echoed through time, a clash of eras bathed in secrets. '90s Narrow Margin and its '52 predecessor, The Narrow Margin, each holding court in their own epoch. The former—a flop, a silver screen misfire, while the latter—a darling of the Academy, embraced universally by critics.
But here's the kicker, dear listeners: will our novice sleuths echo the choir of critics or dance to a newer tune? Will they find solace in the nostalgic embrace of '52 or dare to crave the thrill of something fresher?
Take a seat, for this discourse will have your nerves as taut as a piano wire. The air was thick with anticipation, charged with the essence of unraveling mysteries, secrets, and the palpable taste of suspense. Not a Bomb was ready to detonate the truth behind these cinematic enigmas, and Sophia was our guiding light through the labyrinth of twists and turns. Buckle up, for this discussion was set to be a ride along the edges of your seat, a thrill that Noirvember couldn't contain.
Narrow Margin is directed by Peter Hyams and stars Gene Hackman, Anne Archer, James B. Sikking, J.T. Walsh and M. Emmet Walsh.
The Narrow Margin is directed by Richard Fleischer and stars Charles McGraw, Marie Windsor and Jacqueline White.
Make sure to check out Sophia over at the Moviestruck Podcast and drop her a review! We bet you will love episode 63!!!!
If you want to leave feedback or suggest a movie bomb, please drop us a line at NotABombPod@gmail.com or Contact Us - here. Also, if you like what you hear, leave a review on Apple Podcast.
Not A Bomb Special Edition: Cougar Comedies (with Michele Meek)
Join us for an exceptional bonus episode of Not A Bomb Podcast! We are absolutely thrilled to welcome back the immensely talented writer, filmmaker, and professor Michele Meek to our show. Michele’s vast expertise in the world of teen sex comedies elevates our podcast with a trove on insights making this episode truly extraordinary.
This week, our focus is on a specific niche within romantic comedy: The Cougar Rom-com! We'll be exploring two films from vastly different decades that surprisingly share similar story elements.
We kick things off with 1989’s Loverboy. Directed by Joan Micklin Silver and starring 2023’s Sexiest Man Alive, Patrick Dempsey, as a male escort trying to make money to pay for college. The film boasts a remarkable ensemble cast but also grapples with some troubling 80’s comedy tropes that just haven’t aged well.
Hold on, there's an extra treat! We also dive into 2023's No Hard Feelings, a gender-swapped remake of Loverboy. In this rendition, Jennifer Lawrence faces imminent home loss and responds to a Craigslist ad aiming to assist helicopter parents in coaxing their introverted son out of his shell. While the film faced criticism for its age-gap relationship, we discuss if No Hard Feelings offer more depth beyond its wild premise.
Please check out Michele Meek’s website for all of her details and links to her work - About Michele Meek - Michele Meek, Ph.D. Also, pick up a copy of Michele Meek’s newest book, “Consent Culture and Teen Films: Adolescent Sexuality in US Movies.” Michele Meek photos are provided courtesy of Stephanie Ewens Photography.
If you want to leave feedback or suggest a movie bomb, please drop us a line at NotABombPod@gmail.com or Contact Us - here. Also, if you like what you hear, leave a review on Apple Podcast.
Cast: Brad, Troy, Michele Meek
Join us for an exceptional bonus episode of Not A Bomb Podcast! We are absolutely thrilled to welcome back the immensely talented writer, filmmaker, and professor Michele Meek to our show. Michele’s vast expertise in the world of teen sex comedies elevates our podcast with a trove on insights making this episode truly extraordinary.
This week, our focus is on a specific niche within romantic comedy: The Cougar Rom-com! We'll be exploring two films from vastly different decades that surprisingly share similar story elements.
We kick things off with 1989’s Loverboy. Directed by Joan Micklin Silver and starring 2023’s Sexiest Man Alive, Patrick Dempsey, as a male escort trying to make money to pay for college. The film boasts a remarkable ensemble cast but also grapples with some troubling 80’s comedy tropes that just haven’t aged well.
Hold on, there's an extra treat! We also dive into 2023's No Hard Feelings, a gender-swapped remake of Loverboy. In this rendition, Jennifer Lawrence faces imminent home loss and responds to a Craigslist ad aiming to assist helicopter parents in coaxing their introverted son out of his shell. While the film faced criticism for its age-gap relationship, we discuss if No Hard Feelings offer more depth beyond its wild premise.
Please check out Michele Meek’s website for all of her details and links to her work - About Michele Meek - Michele Meek, Ph.D. Also, pick up a copy of Michele Meek’s newest book, “Consent Culture and Teen Films: Adolescent Sexuality in US Movies.” Michele Meek photos are provided courtesy of Stephanie Ewens Photography.
If you want to leave feedback or suggest a movie bomb, please drop us a line at NotABombPod@gmail.com or Contact Us - here. Also, if you like what you hear, leave a review on Apple Podcast.
Cast: Brad, Troy, Michele Meek