Cine-Critique

Rundown of Mississippi filmed Hunt Club, better than average revenge thriller indie, terrific acting and a solid role for Mickey Rourke as villain Virgil. He's part of a secret pact of men who meet on a regular basis to hunt humans. Main premise is familiar, but this has a message and is particularly well directed by Elizabeth Blake-Thomas, who you will hear a bit from during podcast. Also st...

True story of the kidnapping of Irish champion racehorse, Shergar. Filmed in 1998, barely released in 1999, Mickey Rourke reprises his Celtic accent from A Prayer for the Dying (1987) He is somewhat impressive a small prominent role as Gavin O'Rourke, a vindictive member of the Irish republican army overseeing this botched horse kidnapping for a ransom they'll never see. Ian Holm, David...

Mickey was given a significant, small role by late great Tony Scott action melodrama Man on Fire (2004)  also starring Christopher Walken, Dakota Fanning, my fellow Australian Radha Mitchell and the man Denzel Washington among others.  Excellent movie has stood the test of time.  I also discuss the deleted Mickey scenes featured on Blu Ray; (Courtesy of 20th century fox home video) also hear comme...

Listen in to how cool Camila Rodriguez is, an amazing low key actor who will blitz it soon after being in THE WELDER, while also director David Liz discussing on how the movie THE WELDER was made https://youtube.com/@movieanalystshaneadambassett?si=nZyw5fHIS4t_KgXj

Two movies that Mickey Rourke knows the subject of so well, amateur boxing and inside the boxing fraternity. HOMEBOY (1988) and true story, TIGER (2018)  Both excellent films thirty years apart, you certainly don't have to like boxing to enjoy my rundown. https://youtube.com/@movieanalystshaneadambassett?si=nZyw5fHIS4t_KgXj

I'm joined by film loving, award admiring duo, Lori & Patrick from Movie House Memories, to discus all things Academy Awards 2023.  Keep listening at end of picks as I made some tweaks after original recording, shhhhh.  95th Annual Academy of Arts and Sciences Awards, hosted by Jimmy Kimmel  Sunday evening March 12 in USA Monday lunchtime March 13 Down Under https://youtube.com/@movieanal...

2019 multi character interconnected romantic tale set in and around Berlin has Mickey Rourke as Jim; in a story arc concerning a chance meeting with glamourous Heather in a hotel bar, their connection is immediate but something mysterious is about to be revealed.  Berlin, I Love You has an array of fabulous actors appearing in small selective roles. Barely released I had never seen it until now. ...

The elegant, fun, effervescent duo Hayley Sunshine and Miranda Nieman discuss all sorts of things but mostly discuss with Shane horror thriller anthology, FREE TO A BAD HOME. (A Hale Bros film) on Tubi Written and directed by Kameron and Scott Hale. https://youtube.com/@movieanalystshaneadambassett?si=nZyw5fHIS4t_KgXj

My brief conversations with actors Paul Rudd, Jonathan Majors and director Peyton Reed of ANT-MAN AND THE WASP QUANTUMANIA on Sydney fan even red carpet. https://youtube.com/@movieanalystshaneadambassett?si=nZyw5fHIS4t_KgXj

British director Anthony Fabian talks with me all about his journey making the hit comedy drama, Mrs Harris Goes to Paris, an Oscar nominee for costume design.  We discuss star Lesley Manville, co-stars Christian McKay, Roxane Duran & so much more,  including costuming with Jenny Beavan and vintage Christian Dior, it was an enlightening chat, Anthony is terrific.  https://youtube.com/@movieana...

An extremely insightful engaging interview. Canadian-Australian producer Steve Jaggi, based in Queensland;  a creator of brilliant movies and impressive television projects,  talks with Shane A. Bassett movie analyst on behind the scenes, putting together interesting cast ensembles, his personal history and more. https://youtube.com/@movieanalystshaneadambassett?si=nZyw5fHIS4t_KgXj

Australian drama following the life of a veteran adapting into society whilst looking after his wayward teenage son has extremely potent scenes of a personal journey. Well acted by Sam Worthington, newcomer Ed Carmody, astounding Phoebe Tonkin and multitalented Matt Nable. I spoke with all 4 briefly on Sydney red carpet. Enjoy! https://youtube.com/@movieanalystshaneadambassett?si=nZyw5fHIS4t_KgXj

A pair of equally unknown films from the Mickey oeuvre that I share details about; Masked and Anonymous (2003) has an all star cast and an appearance by Mickey Rourke that fares quite well, in particular sharing the screen with a smiling Bob Dylan. Cast includes, Jeff Bridges, Penelope Cruz, Joh Goodman, Christian Slater, Bruce Dern, Jessica Lange and more. The Legion (2019) additionally known as...

Movie Analyst Shane A. Bassett looks over 80th annual Golden Globe predictions on all movie categories and some television highlight nominees; plus a rundown of what is happening and certain controversies concerning this 2023 ceremony. Also, a look back at a couple of previous fun moments with audio clips.  Broadcast in Australia is exclusive to STAN from 11am Wednesday Jan 11th, EST. https://yout...

Better than it should be, 2022 film Warhunt, genre combination of military action with pagan seduction and a touch of paranormal activity, it's good!  Gruff, direct Mickey Rourke is eye patch wearing Major Johnson;  after popping in and out, he sweeps into the finale for a solid blast. Spoiler free discussion hopefully you will seek it out to watch.  Robert Knepper, Jackson Rathbone co-star. ...

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