Review It Yourself

An explosive SAS action thriller sparks fierce debate and unforgettable eighties nostalgia In this episode of Review It Yourself, we dive into the controversial 1982 British action thriller Who Dares Wins — the cult classic starring Lewis Collins that blends SAS action, Cold War paranoia, terrorism, political extremism, and one unforgettable embassy siege finale. Joined by returning guest Paul fro...

Ancient epics, Nolan controversy, and brutal trailer reactions from passionate film fans. In this episode of Review It Yourself, hosts Sean and Sarah dive into the newly released trailer for Christopher Nolan’s highly anticipated adaptation of The Odyssey (2026), while comparing it to classic historical epics including Troy (2004) and Exodus: Gods and Kings (2014). Does Nolan’s Odyssey look like t...

Love, grief, desire, and rebirth collide in Deb Twiss’s Crave journey In this emotionally honest and deeply engaging episode of Review It Yourself , Sean sits down with filmmaker, writer, actor, and creative force Deb Twiss to discuss her powerful new independent film Crave (2025). Exploring themes of love after loss, emotional vulnerability, self-discovery, relationships, intimacy, and personal l...

High-altitude chaos, nitro explosions, and questionable climbing decisions collide In this second part of Review It Yourself’s deep dive into Vertical Limit , Sean and Sarah push further up the mountain—and deeper into the madness. From explosive set pieces to surprisingly brutal injuries, this episode breaks down everything that makes this cult climbing thriller unforgettable… for better and wors...

A ridiculous climb, impossible odds, and a surprisingly fun debate In this episode of Review It Yourself , we take on the 2000 survival thriller Vertical Limit —a film that’s equal parts intense, absurd, and weirdly unforgettable. Hosts Sean and Sarah go head-to-head as nostalgia clashes with scepticism in a lively, funny, and surprisingly thoughtful deep dive into one of the most over-the-top mou...

A haunting maritime tragedy retold through gripping drama and expert insight. In this episode of Review It Yourself , we dive deep into the powerful Polish mini-series Heweliusz —a dramatisation of one of the most devastating maritime disasters in European history. Joined by special guest Jamie from Old Shipping Lines , this episode blends historical analysis, storytelling critique, and real-world...

When the sea turns deadly, every decision becomes a fight. Dive into this week’s episode of Review It Yourself , where Sean and Sarah tackle the gripping disaster drama The Perfect Storm—a film that blends real-life tragedy, intense character drama, and jaw-dropping ocean spectacle. Based on a semi-biographical account inspired by real events and the book by Sebastian Junger, this episode explores...

Volcano chaos, science ignored, and peak 90s disaster movie madness! If you love explosive disaster films, this episode dives deep into Dante's Peak and why it still erupts with tension, questionable decisions, and surprisingly sharp commentary on human behaviour under pressure. In Part Two, the hosts of Review It Yourself (Sean and Sarah) go beyond surface-level reactions and explore what really...

Volcanoes, chaos, and 90s thrills—does Dante’s Peak still erupt today? In this explosive first part of our deep dive into Dante's Peak, Review It Yourself hosts Sean and Sarah unpack one of the most iconic disaster movies of the 90s. From molten lava to political tension, this episode blends nostalgia, film critique, and surprisingly relevant real-world themes. Tangents aside, we eventually begin...

Conspiracies, cinema, and political paranoia collide in Oliver Stone’s controversial JFK epic. In this second part of our deep dive into Oliver Stone’s landmark political thriller JFK (1991) – Director’s Cut , hosts Sean and Sarah continue their conversation with returning guest Fraser McCallum. The discussion moves beyond the basics of the film and into the deeper cultural and cinematic impact of...

A conspiracy, a courtroom, and one film that changed political cinema forever. What happens when one of the most controversial political films ever made is given the full Director’s Cut treatment ? In this episode of Review It Yourself , Sean and Sarah are joined by returning guest Fraser McCallum to explore the sprawling, provocative and endlessly debated film JFK (1991) – Director’s Cut . Part O...

Why Raiders of the Lost Ark Still Defines the Perfect Adventure Movie In this episode of Review It Yourself , we dig into one of the most iconic adventure films ever made: Raiders of the Lost Ark. Joining the show is Ryan Walker , host of The Walk The Line Podcast , for a lively and often hilarious discussion about the film that launched the legendary archaeologist Indiana Jones into pop-culture h...

Ventriloquism, noir shadows, and murder mystery collide spectacularly. In this episode of Review It Yourself – film reviews without the faff , we step into the strange, stylish world of The Dummy Detective , a bold independent film blending classic film noir with the art of ventriloquism. Joining us are: Jonathan Geffner – Writer, producer and star, plays Detective Van Trillo, and his wooden-partn...

What happens when space exploration meets human emotion? Discover the Deep Impact effect in Part Two of our review. Deep Impact Review — A Thoughtful Dive into Humanity and the Cosmos: In this episode of Review It Yourself, we unpack the 1998 sci-fi drama Deep Impact , exploring how this disaster movie combines thrilling spectacle with emotional storytelling. More than just comets and chaos, Deep...

What happens when space exploration meets human emotion? Discover the Deep Impact effect. Deep Impact Review — A Thoughtful Dive into Humanity and the Cosmos: In this episode of Review It Yourself, we unpack the 1998 sci-fi drama Deep Impact , exploring how this disaster movie combines thrilling spectacle with emotional storytelling. More than just comets and chaos, Deep Impact asks profound quest...

Inside the mind of a Nazi—and the psychiatrist who studied him. In this powerful episode of Review It Yourself , Sean sits down with acclaimed author and journalist Jack El-Hai to discuss his gripping and deeply researched book, The Nazi and the Psychiatrist . This is not just another Second World War/World War II book review. It’s a psychological investigation into evil, power, ego, and moral rec...

Violence escalates, loyalties fracture, justice turns brutally personal. In Part Two of their deep dive into The Untouchables, Sean and co-host Sarah break down the explosive second half of Brian De Palma’s Prohibition-era crime classic. If Part One explored myth-making and morality, this episode tackles consequence, sacrifice, and the film’s unforgettable climax. From the emotional weight of Sean...

Corruption, crime, and Connery—diving deep into De Palma’s classic. In this episode of Review It Yourself, we break down the first half of The Untouchables—the iconic Prohibition-era crime thriller directed by Brian De Palma. Joined by co-host Sarah, we explore the film’s powerful opening act, its larger-than-life characters, and why this stylish gangster epic still commands attention nearly four...

Travel millions of years into the future with this classic sci-fi review In this episode of Review It Yourself , we jump into one of the most influential science-fiction films ever made: The Time Machine (1960) . Inspired by the legendary novel by H.G. Wells , this classic movie helped shape the way audiences imagine time travel on screen. Sarah returns to the podcast after her holiday (and a memo...

Evil never dies: deep dive into Halloween’s legacy and lore! In this electrifying episode of Review It Yourself , we explore the terrifying brilliance and enduring cultural impact of the Halloween franchise — from Halloween (1978) to Halloween Ends (2022), and every film in-between! — with journalist and author Andrew Graves, author of 'Horror in Haddonfield: The Untold Stories of Halloween'. If y...

Who you gonna call? Ghostbusters! In this electrifying episode of Review It Yourself, we bust ghosts and break down the timeless supernatural comedy classic Ghostbusters — joined by special guest Rob from 'How Haunted? Podcast'. If you love 80s movies, paranormal investigations, horror-comedy crossovers, or in-depth film analysis, this is the Ghostbusters podcast episode you’ve been waiting for. R...

Deep-sea Exploration, Titanic dives and life on the ocean floor. In this extraordinary episode of Review It Yourself, we dive into the real-world adventures of legendary deep-sea explorer and diver Dik Barton — a man who has descended to historic wrecks including RMS Titanic and worked on the raising of the Mary Rose. From extreme underwater conditions to the emotional reality of visiting one of t...

Did Abnormal Refraction Doom The Titanic? In this powerful and thought-provoking episode of Review It Yourself, Sean sits down with renowned historian, author and TV presenter Tim Maltin to explore one of the most compelling alternative explanations behind the sinking of RMS Titanic — the Abnormal Refraction Theory. Drawing from his ground-breaking research in Titanic: A Very Deceiving Night, Tim...

The forgotten liner that outshone Titanic in real life. What if the most dramatic story of the Olympic-class liners isn’t the one you’ve seen on film? In this fascinating episode of Review It Yourself, we uncover the extraordinary true story of RMS Olympic — the ship often overshadowed by her ill-fated sister, Titanic — but whose career was packed with mutiny, collisions, U-boats, innovation, and...

A bold retelling of Titanic’s final hours — but does it sink or swim? In this explosive deep-dive, we tackle Titanic Sinks Tonight , the BBC’s ambitious 2025 dramatised documentary charting the final hours of the world’s most infamous liner, RMS Titanic. Did the series finally get the facts right? Or did it fall into the same old traps that have haunted Titanic storytelling for over a century? Joi...