Shane and Andrew revisit the iconic 1960s series Thunderbirds, created by Gerry and Sylvia Anderson. They explore the show's cultural impact, its innovative use of puppetry through Supermarionation, and the resurgence of interest in the series during the 1990s.
The hosts discuss the memorable characters, particularly Lady Penelope, and the representation of women in the show. They also touch on the show's music, fashion, and the queerness that resonates with many fans.
Shane and Andrew review the fifth season of the Apple TV series Slow Horses, discussing the show's blend of drama and comedy. They highlight the strong female characters, the complexities of the male cast, and the show's music choices. The conversation also touches on the lack of queer representation and concludes with their ratings and anticipation for the next season.#SlowHorses #AppleTV #JackLowden #GaryOldman #ChristopherChung #SloughHouse #SpyTV #SlowHorsesSeason5 #SlowHorsesLondonRules #KristinScottThomas #JamesCallis #AimeeFfionEdwards #NigelFarage #NickMohammed #Spies
The legendary Grace Jones stars in one of the greatest cult classic vampire films of all time, Vamp!
Shane and Andrew discover Oliver Stone's debut movie, the low budget horror film Seizure, starring Thunderball's Martine Beswick and The Man With the Golden Gun's Herve Villechaize.
Shane and Andrew delve into the 1964 classic 'Ghidorah, The Three-Headed Monster.' They explore the film's unique plot, character dynamics, and groundbreaking representation of women in kaiju cinema. The hosts discuss the cultural implications of the film while also touching on its queerness and the absurdity that makes it a beloved classic. Chapters00:00 Introduction to Ghidorah, the Three-Headed Monster02:12 First Impressions11:58 Women in Ghidorah22:22 Boys of Ghidorah26:40 Sidebar: Bangable Monsters28:29 Music in Ghidorah32:53 Fashion in Ghidorah44:09 Queerness in Ghidorah46:30 Final Thoughts and Ratings52:36 Outro#Ghidorah #Kaiju #Godzilla #Mothra #film analysis #1960scinema #toho #monstermovies #GodzillaMovies #japanesecinema #60scinema
Halloween is for Bond women!Hosts Andrew Wheeler and Shane Hollon delve into the 2001 French film 'Brotherhood of the Wolf' starring Monica Bellucci to explore its unique blend of horror, action, and period drama.00:00 Brotherhood of the Wolf07:30 Women of the Wolf13:29 Misogyny and Horror Tropes16:59 Boys of the Wolf27:55 Music of the Wolf30:13 Fashion of the Wolf37:58 Queerness of the Wolf40:52 Final Thoughts and Scores#BrotherhoodoftheWolf #horrormovies #MonicaBellucci #filmanalysis #moviereview #Frenchcinema #actionhorror #halloweenmovies #werewolfmovies
Shane and Andrew dive into the world of James Bond theme songs, creating a tier list that categorizes each song based on its impact, quality, and personal preference. They explore the evolution of Bond themes and discuss the unique qualities of each song, including the emotional resonance of Louis Armstrong's 'All the Time in the World' and the camp appeal of 'Diamonds Are Forever'. #JamesBond #Bondthemes #music #tierlist #moviepodcast #filmmusic #popculture #songanalysis #moviesoundtracks #Bondsongs #musicanalysis #musictierlist list #shirleybassey #tomjones #johnbarry #007theme #madonna #aha #duranduran #tinaturner #billieeilish #adele #samsmith #louisarmstrong #carlysimon #nancysinatra
Andrew and Shane delve into the 1996 action thriller directed by Rennie Harlan, exploring themes of identity, misogyny, and the representation of female characters in 90s cinema. They discuss the performances of Geena Davis and Samuel L. Jackson, the film's soundtrack, and its fashion.00:00 The Long Kiss Goodnight02:05 First Impressions 09:57 Women in The Long Kiss Goodnight12:25 Geena Davis Deserved Better17:46 Misogyny and SA in the Narrative22:50 Boys of the Long Kiss Goodnight30:38 Music of The Long Kiss Goodnight33:54 90s Fashion in The Long Kiss Goodnight41:57 How Queer is this Movie?45:41 Final Thoughts and Ratings53:27 Outro#KissKissBangBang #GeenaDavis #SamuelLJackson #actionthriller #90scinema #filmanalysis
Andrew and Shane dive into hot takes from the James Bond fandom, exploring controversial opinions on Bond films, actors, and themes. The conversation touches on the evolution of the Bond franchise, the impact of the Craig era, and who they think belongs on the Bond movie Mount Rushmore.
Shane and Andrew dive into the 1985 James Bond film 'A View to a Kill,' marking the end of Roger Moore's tenure as 007. They discuss the iconic character of May Day played by Grace Jones, the film's shortcomings and its place in the Bond franchise.#AViewtoaKill #JamesBond #RogerMoore #GraceJones #80sfashion #filmreview #actionmovies #Bondgirls #queernessinfilm
In this episode, Andrew and Shane delve into the 2014 film John Wick, exploring its impact on the action genre, the representation of gender, and the film's unique visual style. They discuss the choreography of the action sequences, the character dynamics, and the role of music and fashion in the film.
#JohnWick #actioncinema #filmreview #filmpodcast #kisskissbangbang #keanureeves #moviepodcast
Shane and Andrew delve into the 2002 James Bond film 'Die Another Day' to explore its legacy, the generational divide in perspectives on the film, and the film's use of CGI and visual effects. The discussion also touches on the representation of women and queerness in the film, as well as the fashion and music that define its early 2000s aesthetic.#DieAnotherDay #JamesBond #PierceBrosnan #HalleBerry #Bondvillains #filmanalysis #fashioninfilm #moviepodcast #RosamundPike #RickYune #TobyStephens
Shane and Andrew rate the best Bond women. This episode is best enjoyed in video format on our YouTube channel!
In this episode of Kiss Kiss Bang Bang, Shane and Andrew dive into the 1977 James Bond film, The Spy Who Loved Me, starring Roger Moore. They discuss their first impressions, the film's strong female lead Anya Amasova, and the forgettable villain. The conversation also covers the film's iconic music, fashion choices, and gadgets, while exploring themes of queerness and representation.
Shane and Andrew delve into the 2015 spy film The Man from U.N.C.L.E., directed by Guy Ritchie. They discuss the film's stylish homage to 60s spy thrillers, the standout performances of Elizabeth Debicki and Henry Cavill, and the film's unique blend of humor and action. The conversation also touches on the film's fashion, soundtrack, and subtle exploration of queerness, ultimately leading to a discussion about its cult following and potential for a sequel.
#TheManfromUNCLE #HenryCavill #ArmieHammer #GuyRitchie #ElizabethDebicki #AliciaVikander #KissKissBangBang #filmanalysis #filmfashion
Inspired by a Harper's Bazaar article, Shane and Andrew create a revised list of the 50 hottest men "of all time", taking the 50 names from the Harper's article and mixing in 65 additional curated choices! With humor and insight, they navigate the complexities of attraction and cultural context, ultimately aiming to create a fun and engaging dialogue about the hunk hierarchy. #hunks #hottestmen #celebrityratings #tierlist #popculture #beautystandards #masculinity #filmactors #Hollywood #heartthrobs #culturalicons #malebeauty #KissKissBangBang #HarpersBazaar
Andrew and Shane discuss the 2002 spy thriller 'The Bourne Identity,' exploring its impact on the genre, the representation of women, and the film's unheralded connection to Zoolander. #TheBourneIdentity #MattDamon #moviereview #spymovies #kisskissbangbang #CliveOwen #jasonBourne
Shane and Andrew delve into the iconic James Bond film Goldfinger to discuss its legacy as a blueprint for the franchise, the incredible Bond women, and the film's cultural impact.
Shane and Andrew dive into the latest Jurassic Park film, Jurassic World Rebirth. They share first impressions, nostalgic feelings towards the original Jurassic Park, and analyze the characters, focusing on the representation of women and gender in the franchise and the special appeal of Jonny Bailey and his eyewear.#JurassicWorldRebirth #moviereview #JurassicPark #filmanalysis #characteranalysis #queerness #nostalgia #sluttylittleglasses #JurassicWorld #ScarlettJohanssen #JonathanBailey #MahershalaAli #dinosaurs
Shane and Andrew revisit the camp sci-fi classic Flash Gordon. Watch on our YouTube channel for the full podcast experience!