Nov 8, 2017
When it comes to subverting western tropes (one of the best things about “Westworld”), it doesn't get much better than “Blazing Saddles” (1974). Craig and Jake discuss fun facts about the movie (3:42), their general thoughts on the film (16:15), their favorite moments and lines (18:41), the amazing ending...
Oct 25, 2017
It's nearing the end of October and that means things are getting spooky. To celebrate the western/horror elements of “Westworld,” we decided to review “Tremors!” Craig, Heather, and Jake discuss the incredible pacing and consistency (3:42), the great characters (11:25), the clear motivations (18:11),...
Oct 11, 2017
The original “Blade Runner” was a big influence on “Westworld.” So you can imagine how excited we were about the sequel, “Blade Runner 2049.” Craig, Heather, and Jake discuss the stunning visuals and world building (4:29), our favorite science fiction technology (9:23), Joi (20:04), Jared Leto and...
Sep 27, 2017
Blade Runner (1982) is a neo-noir, sci-fi classic and explores many of the same themes as Westworld. Craig, Jake, and Heather discuss facts about the film (1:42), our general impressions (6:50), how this movie is a film noir (11:11), the theme of desperation (16:26), paranoia and humanity (22:39), the treatment of women...
Sep 6, 2017
“Ex Machina” is one of the best new sci-fi films of the past decade. And it deals with many of the same themes as “Westworld.” Craig, Jake, and a new guest Lauren Faber discuss the background of the film (0:49), their general impressions of the film and Alicia Vikander’s performance (8:00), Domhnall Gleason...