Men Who Stare At GOATs

In this episode join Simon and John as we travel back to a simpler time in cinema (the 80s) and an even simpler time in history (the 50s) for coming-of-age classic STAND BY ME. Directed by Rob Reiner and based on a novella by Stephen King, come with us as we explore the films timeless themes of friendship, growth and life's toughest challenges.  We'll discuss the most emotional moments t...

This time join Simon and John on Amity island, for a deep dive into a movie that quite literally made a splash at the box office! The first movie to make 100m and announce the arrival of a pioneering young Steven Spielberg. Yes its 1975s Jaws  Follow the link below to join us on social media and continue the conversation https://linktr.ee/staringatgoats Check out our polls and episode-centric Top...

This time join  Simon and John as we take a look at our second Scorsese,  delving into the gritty Boston underworld of The Departed. In this episode we explore the intricate layers of deception, loyalty and morality that are played out in stellar performances from its all-star cast. We analyse the characters, themes and plot twists that make this Simons' favourite film and discuss the only th...

This time join Simon and John as we blast off with the mobile infantry to dissect a movie full of over-the-top action, cheesy one-liners, beautiful actors and... fascism?! Yes this episode is full of all the memorable moments from the sci-fi shooter, but also we delve into the themes of the human toll of war, propaganda and the controversial depiction of a militarised society. So stick with us as...

Yippee-Ki-Yay GOATs fans! This time join Simon and John for one last gift under the tree, as we buckle-up for the unapologetically action-packed, debatably Christmassy,  Bruce Willis 80s classic Die Hard! We'll be discussing the numerous and escalating action sequences, the balance of quippy street-wise McClane vs the charismatic, yet brutally villainous Hans, and a stack of side characters t...

Take a plunge with Simon and John into the mysterious bathhouse world of 2001s, Hayao Miyazaki masterpiece Spirited Away! Get ready to cross over into the enchanting world of this Oscar- winning animated movie, and discover the captivating story of Chihiro, a young girl forced to fend for herself in the spirit world, as we watch her grow throughout its captivating story, told through breath-taking...

This time join Simon and John as we dial up the suspense and delve into the voyeuristic world of Alfred Hitchcock's 1954 masterpiece Rear Window. We peer through the lens of Jimmy Stewarts L.B Jeffries, a wheelchair-bound photographer confined to his apartment, who becomes convinced he has witnessed a murder. More than just a murder mystery. It's a psychological thriller exploring the da...

This time on Staring at GOATs, join Simon and John as we sink into Jordan Peeles 2017 directorial debut, for the chillingly topical world of  Get Out. A masterfully  crafted horror that has captivated its audience with not just its scares but its psychological twists, social commentary and performances making it a modern classic.  But is that enough to make it on the GOAT list?  Follow the link be...

This time join Simon and John as we dive into Bruce Lee's iconic martial arts show piece, as we celebrate 50 years of Enter the Dragon.  Yes another banger from 1973 we discuss everything from Lee's performance, the mesmerising fight sequences (and rumours of behind-the-scenes scuffles) and the cultural impact of the movie and its influence on not only the action genre but martial arts i...

*DING DONG* No its not Nigel with the brie its Simon and John back again with another episode, this time discussing the 90s teen rom-com 10 Things I Hate About You. We discuss what makes the films so special, from its hilarious characters, its positive message of self-acceptance, the hugely talented cast and the films iconic soundtrack! Whether you're a long-time fan of the movie of just disc...

This time join Simon and John as we step out of the land of sepia into an unmatched world of bright, colourful imagery and characters for the fantasy world of 1939s The Wizard of Oz! Its as iconic and quotable as you remember but do we need to remove our RUBY tinted nostalgia glasses? Does the marvellous creativity and spectacle mask a darker truth where many people suffered for their art in its c...

Do you know what we've done... Yes this time join Simon and John whose Ouija board meddling's have led them to one of the most iconic horror movies of all time. So expect explicit language and even a little green slime as we discuss William Friedkins The Exorcist. Follow the link below to join us on social media and continue the conversation https://linktr.ee/staringatgoats Check out our...

This time join those wise guys Simon and John, for a movie that epitomises the word iconic. From director Martin Scorsese, this film has stunning cinematography and unforgettable performances. We'll explore what makes this movie a bench mark of the time and a paradigm of the genre. Which could easily be any of his movies right?!  This time though we're focussing on 1990s Goodfellas. High...

WELCOME BACK! For our first anniversary episode Simon and John are discussing the equally epic, often unscripted and charismatic... Gladiator. From director Ridley Scott and starring Russell (I'm the greatest actor ever) Crowe, we'll be discussing the films stunning visuals, powerful (and wacky) performances, and its gripping story. We also delve into the historical accuracy, its impact...

Get ready for a wild ride because this time the Men Who Stare at GOATs discuss the mind-bending multiverse of Everything Everywhere all at Once! We've optimised our bluetooth headsets to bring you the alpha version of Simon and John as we delve into the films themes of  relationships, coming of age and coming out. Dreams and disappointments, togetherness, generational divides and information...

So this is sort of a spin-off or Brucie Bonus, where rather than have our normal Top 5 list as part of the episode, Simon decided to discuss the Top Comedies by era rather than rank them. This made for a much longer discussion about comedies and films we enjoy and find funny, so we thought it would make sense to separate it out as its own thing which would make the episode itself shorter but perha...

This time  join Simon and John as we discuss a movie that speaks to the very philosophy of Men Who Stare at GOATs! Featuring a large helping of machismo,  a sprinkle of broadcast news with a large helping of immature humour and a blast of Sex Panther for good measure, because of course 60% of the time it works... EVERY time. Yes its none other than the Will Ferrell comedy classic ANCHORMAN! A time...

Hello there... This time join the Men Who Stare at GOATs as we take on the unenviable task of not only trying to separate this movie from its trilogy, but also from the saga it then spawned and the franchise it has created... Of course we're staring at Star Wars! (you may know it) But while you may know the movie well, you haven't seen it till you've seen it through the eyes of two...

Howdy partners!  This time join Simon and John as the Men Who Stare at GOATs take our first look at a classic Western (well spaghetti Western because it was filmed in Italy, but you knew that) and third film in the now famous Dollars trilogy (but actually its probably a prequel to the other two, but you probably knew THAT too). Starring Hollywood's favourite cowboy Clint... (actually he was l...

Like the circle of life itself this week the Men Who Stare at GOATs have returned (once again) to where we started in 1994 with that one Disney film from the 90s you might have heard of... Kimba the White Lion!  No?... not that one? Ok lets check out The Lion King instead! Yes childhood classic, family favourite or traumatic turning point in the long legacy of Disney animation, we discuss our memo...

This time join Simon and John for the whimsical, wacky and wonderful world of  Wes Andersons' Grand Budapest Hotel. This mesmerising modern classic has all the stylistic tropes for you'd expect from an oil painting, or even an Anderson film about a concierge and his lobby boy stealing an oil painting!  So give yourself a generous spray of Lair de Panache and draw on your finest moustache...

Great Scott! This time the Men Who Stare at GOATs have turned it up to 1.21 gigawatts for an 80s essential, a pop-culture icon and one of beloved movies of all TIME... Yes we've started 2023 huge, by going back to 1985 (or should that be 1955) for Robert Zemeckis' timeless classic Back To The Future! Yes fill up on plutonium, because we have so much discuss we may need more time... Get o...

This time the Men Who Stare at GOATs bookend the holiday season with our second Christmas episode and our first wildcard of 2023!  We diversify slightly as we widen our pool from staring at GOATs to Muppets including frogs, rats, pigs and... whatever a Gonzo is?! Join us as we delve into the past and discuss our memories of growing up with perhaps the most funny, sincere and accessible version of...

Join Simon and John as the Men Who Stare at GOATs embrace the Christmas season in all of its cinematic glory, for what is perhaps the most feel-good film of all time, Frank Capras' It's a Wonderful Life. Yes this holiday classic from 1946 certainly needs no introduction, but if you still aren't convinced drop everything, call and tell someone you love them, then come right back and...

This time join The Men Who Stare at GOATs are back with a mission, as we revisit another James Cameron classic, and another movie where machines try to kill us, it's 1984s Terminator! It's easy to forget how sacred films were back before we just kept getting sequels and spin-offs, but for a long time this movie was the pinnacle of gritty sci-fi, action, horror or some might say Tech Noir...