Cine-Critique

Absolute box office flop 1941, directed by Steven Spielberg has a youthful Mickey Rourke appearing. I discuss the movie around Mickey and his character Reese.  The 146 minute Director's Cut is what this discussion is based on. Still a turkey.  https://youtube.com/@movieanalystshaneadambassett?si=nZyw5fHIS4t_KgXj

Bullet, a 1996 crime drama with icon Tupac Shakur alongside Mickey Rourke (who also co-wrote screenplay) Adrien Brody, Ted Levine and cameo by Peter Dinklage. A flop when first released, it found an audience now an underrated Mickey classic.   https://youtube.com/@movieanalystshaneadambassett?si=nZyw5fHIS4t_KgXj

Two movies featuring Mickey Rourke, one is a cameo whilst one is an extended cameo, but there's still a lot to talk about, They Live (2001) is a little known creepy crawly detective thriller.  Section 8 (2022) happens to be a better than expected action drama with an impressive ensemble including Dolph Lundgren, Scott Adkins, Ryan Kwanten and the remarkable Kimi Alexander.  https://youtube.co...

When a planned international interview with a talented director of a impressive fashion documentary didn't materialise, sadly I was given the wrong number (not intentionally) - I decided to divert by discussing spoiler free my thoughts on latest Hellraiser film (reboot) that I watched the night before and a quick look at its horror legacy.  Hellraiser, starring Jamie Clayton, Odessa A'zi...

Rundown of two Mickey Rourke movies of different eras. Exit in Red (1996) indie noir thriller mystery slice of shady dealings with Annabel Schofield,  Carrie Otis, Anthony Michael Hall. Also, true story, Man of God (2011) following the life of Saint Nektarios.  Mickey has a small ultra significant role in Man of God, a miracle moment not to be missed. https://youtube.com/@movieanalystshaneadambass...

Movie Analyst Shane in conversation with illuminating Oscar nominated director Brett Morgen talking David Bowie experiences and the long process making superior documentary approved by the Bowie estate, Moonage Daydream.  A look over some David Bowie films and music also on agenda. Listen till the end for fun facts. https://youtube.com/@movieanalystshaneadambassett?si=nZyw5fHIS4t_KgXj

Fairly unknown, barely released, Eureka (1983) is a high concept epic adventure and descent into greed, madness, revenge and love starring Mickey Rourke in an early small role, alongside Gene Hackman, Rutger Hauer, Ed Lauter, Joe Pesci, Theresa Russell.   A prospector finds gold changing his life, outlook and family stability; Directed by Nicolas Roeg.  https://youtube.com/@movieanalystshaneadamba...

A look at two Cameron Diaz movies as part of a series for her 50th birthday in 2022. VERY BAD THINGS (1998) and GAMBIT (2012) are discussed by host Shane, two quite different but gratifying films.  https://youtube.com/@movieanalystshaneadambassett?si=nZyw5fHIS4t_KgXj

Excellent Emma Fischer, impresses in remarkably interesting science fiction mystery thriller THE DEAL, propelled by a strong mother and daughter backbone within an exciting layered storyline. Hear Emma talk with movie analyst Shane on her career so far and so much more. THE DEAL released by Eagle Entertainment Australia on DVD or rent/buy digital platforms.   https://youtube.com/@movieanalystshane...

Spun (2002) drug fuelled drama rundown, an unstable movie I happened to enjoy a lot.  Podcast features an interview excerpt with friend of Mickey and co-star, Eric Roberts. Complete interview to watch on You Tube channel - Movie Analyst Shane A Bassett -  https://youtube.com/@movieanalystshaneadambassett?si=nZyw5fHIS4t_KgXj

SEX TAPE (2014) romantic comedy discussion starring Cameron Diaz, Jason Segel, Ellie Kemper, Rob Lowe. Part of a happy birthday to Cameron Diaz podcast special series.  https://youtube.com/@movieanalystshaneadambassett?si=nZyw5fHIS4t_KgXj

As Cameron Diaz approaches a significant birthday celebration and continues supposed self retirement from acting, I discuss her excellent, topsy-turvy career.  This episode are rundowns of, The Green Hornet (2011) and What Happens in Vegas (2008) https://youtube.com/@movieanalystshaneadambassett?si=nZyw5fHIS4t_KgXj

Old school American western Murder at Yellowstone City, is a good one.  Actor, writer, singer Aimee Garcia talks with movie analyst Shane on making the film with a laid back Australian director alongside an all star cast and other fun career stories. https://youtube.com/@movieanalystshaneadambassett?si=nZyw5fHIS4t_KgXj

Before August 30th 2022 when enigmatic actor Cameron Diaz celebrates a big birthday I'm discussing her array of varied film performances, good, ordinary and in between.  This episode I reluctantly return to Annie (2014) and discuss my thoughts, not too harshly. Annie, directed by one of my favourites Will Gluck (Easy-A, Fired Up)  is to date, her final acting role until the impending comeback...

Rundown of regarded Mickey Rourke 1984 classic, The Pope of Greenwich Village, co-starring Eric Roberts, Daryl Hannah, Burt Young; also action thriller The Commando (2022) playing the villain, opposite martial arts maestro Michael Jai White, both executive produced.  https://youtube.com/@movieanalystshaneadambassett?si=nZyw5fHIS4t_KgXj

Uplifting, beautiful Falling for Figaro, is irresistible, Directed by Ben Lewin, the man behind one of my reasonably unknown, favourite films ever, The Favor, The Watch and the Very Big Fish (1992). Ben talks with movie analyst Shane, recalling making Figaro and casting Dani.  https://youtube.com/@movieanalystshaneadambassett?si=nZyw5fHIS4t_KgXj

British class act, Nathalie Cox talks acting and career with Shane A. Bassett, in particular frivolous sleuth delight, Miss Willoughby and the Haunted Bookshop. https://youtube.com/@movieanalystshaneadambassett?si=nZyw5fHIS4t_KgXj

Charlie's Angels Full Throttle (2003) The Mask (1994) the first in several chapters looking over the career of retired actor Cameron Diaz https://youtube.com/@movieanalystshaneadambassett?si=nZyw5fHIS4t_KgXj

Hollywood director of large proportions Michael Bay, poolside in Miami talking movies, actors, pet-peeves and more including Los Angeles thriller, Ambulance, starring Jake Gyllenhaal, Eiza Gonzalez. https://youtube.com/@movieanalystshaneadambassett?si=nZyw5fHIS4t_KgXj

Looking over Sylvester Stallone action remake of Get Carter (2000) with old friend Mickey Rourke as the villain and Sir Michael Caine https://youtube.com/@movieanalystshaneadambassett?si=nZyw5fHIS4t_KgXj

Looking over two Mickey Rourke films, 1989 noir style drama, Johnny Handsome, 1998 action thriller, Point Blank https://youtube.com/@movieanalystshaneadambassett?si=nZyw5fHIS4t_KgXj

Rundown of underseen, solid 1993 Mickey Rourke revenge western, The Last Outlaw, co-starring Dermot Mulroney, Steve Buscemi, Ted Levine, Keith David. https://youtube.com/@movieanalystshaneadambassett?si=nZyw5fHIS4t_KgXj

Australian actor. surfer, Ryan Kwanten, talks with Shane A. Bassett on Loveland, directed by Ivan Sen, co-starring Hugo Weaving, Jillian Nguyen. Also other interesting things in a casual informative interview. https://youtube.com/@movieanalystshaneadambassett?si=nZyw5fHIS4t_KgXj

OBE, timeless, flawless, Jane Seymour in conversation with movie analyst on Australian film Ruby's Choice, working with Tom Selleck, Christopher Reeve, also including being an iconic Bond girl and much more. https://youtube.com/@movieanalystshaneadambassett?si=nZyw5fHIS4t_KgXj

Overview of 1991 Mickey Rourke, Don Johnson movie, Harley Davidson and the Marlboro Man https://youtube.com/@movieanalystshaneadambassett?si=nZyw5fHIS4t_KgXj