The Best Movie 2 Pod

The podcast episode discusses the Terminator movie franchise and the various sequels, comparing their strengths and weaknesses, with comedian Mike Carter. Host: Jamie Allerton  www.instagram.com/allertonjamie www.twitter.com/jayallerton   Guest: Mike Carter https://www.instagram.com/thatmikecarter/ Get involved with the Best Movie To.... https://www.instagram.com/bestmovie2pod/   https://twitter.c...

We're back with Josh Hallam for a commentary for the 2003 film 'Daredevil' and delves into the portrayal of characters, challenges of comic book adaptations, and the aesthetics of early 2000s superhero films. It also explores the themes of blindness, character development, and the use of music in the film. The discussion touches on legal and ethical issues, accuracy in portrayal, and the challenge...

We're joined by How Many Geese's Roddy Shaw to discuss various movie scenarios that involve nature and the wilderness. We look at nature in films and the impact of human behavior on the environment. And along the way we discuss who would be best to eat in a plane crash. Host: Jamie Allerton  www.instagram.com/allertonjamie www.twitter.com/jayallerton     Guest: Roddy Shaw https://www.instagram.com...

Join us as we dissect legendary scenes from Titanic , When Harry Met Sally , Bridget Jones , and more, revealing the secrets behind timeless romantic gestures — from building a house in The Notebook to singing in the rain. Ellie Calnan, a seasoned movie journalist and Titanic fanatic, offers fresh takes on what makes these moments work (or backfire), blending humor and nostalgia to show you how to...

In your bleakest moment we are back! Happy January all, Josh has come back to the show to discuss the best movies to escape the Janaury blues. We also talk Paul Thomas Anderson puns and what film should Steven Spielberg be ashamed of. Host: Jamie Allerton https://www.instagram.com/allertonjamie https://x.com/jayallerton Guest: Josh Hallam https://www.instagram.com/filmsandthatpod/ https://x.com/fi...

In Space...nobody can hear you podcast. Comedian Rob Dan joins us to look at what can be learnt from the movies to help us survive beyond the stars. We discuss the pros and cons of getting facehugged, and ask ourselves which fate is worse, getting your arm broken experimenting with an alien specimen, or being stuck on board a ship with Ryan Reynolds for a deep space mission. Host: Jamie Allerton ...

Come get mouth to mouth from us as we welcome paramedic Dave Griffiths to clear up some movie tropes and misrepresentations of paramedics in movies. Can you date relatives of patients? Are you allowed to beat people up in the ambulance? How realistic is the adrenaline scene in Pulp Fiction? Okay stand back…clear! Trigger Warning: there’s some graphic injury detail in this episode. Host: Jamie Alle...

Chooo Choooo! We are back with comedian Shalaka Kurup to talk best movie to watch on a train. We get to the bottom of the big questions this week:  Is Poirot’s moustache full of eggs? Which tube line is the most romantic? Why did Thor 2 mess up train so easily? How is Tottenham Court Road so empty in An American Werewolf in London? Host: Jamie Allerton  www.instagram.com/allertonjamie www.twitter....

We're back baby! And what better way to return from injury than an episode dedicated to helping get through your sick leave, with comedian and film maker Laura McMahon. We discuss irresponsible intimacy co-ordinators, visiting hospitals and at some point we talk movies. Host: Jamie Allerton  www.instagram.com/allertonjamie www.twitter.com/jayallerton     Get involved with the Best Movie To.... htt...

Josh is back, or is someone wearing a Josh facemask? Let's find out as we rank the Mission Impossible movies from amazing to good and everything in between. We also deep dive into our favourite stunts and sing as much of Limp Bizkit's Take A Look Around without breaching copyright. This podcast will self destruct in 5 seconds.... Host: Jamie Allerton  www.instagram.com/allertonjamie www.twitter.co...

We’re back baby! We’re joined by comedian Lou Taylor to discuss those great natural disaster movies where humanity goes up against the weather. Should you really be surprised by a volcano eruption if you live at the bottom of a volcano? Why is everyone having sex in the pub in The Perfect Storm? Is an iceberg weather? And we talk that most dramatic of weather event, sharks. Host: Jamie Allerton  w...

This week we are taking you to the bank…the blood bank! We’re looking at one of the worst human beings on the planet Steven Seagal, with podcaster and Seagal fanatic Riley Quinn. We take a deep dive to the start and end of his theatrical releases with Hard to Kill and Exit Wounds. But if you’re just a fan of his music we also consider his album (available on Spotify) Dogs From the Cave. Host: Jami...

It’s a Constantine love in this week as we look at resurrections in movies. After tricking me into watching The Crow Remake, I convinced my sister to watch Spawn. Let’s dive in as we compare Crows, take a look at American Jesus: Robocop, and Nikki makes the argument for One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest being a Christ parable. She is wrong.  Host: Jamie Allerton  www.instagram.com/allertonjamie www....

Bloody men, some of them just need a big old hug. We're joined by comedian Sam Picone to talk men in movies who need a reacharound from the front and to be told everything is going to be okay. From any film Paddy Considine has been involved in to covering yourself in baby oil whilst in prison, we take a look at some of cinemas most damaged and beautiful men. Host: Jamie Allerton  www.instagram.com...

Let me tell you something brother, we're looking at wrestlers turned actors this week with comedian and host of the Wrestle Club podcast, Sikisa. Did the Marine franchise get out all of the story it needed in it's 5 sequels? Does childhood end when you find out Hulk Hogan's real name is Terry? Would The Rock have improved the Twilight franchise? Let's find out as we ask What Is The Best Movie To.....

We’re back, and we survived Mother’s Day without any violence. Comedian Esther Manito joins us to talk the best movie mums.   In this episode of The Best Movie 2 , we dive into some of the most iconic movie mums. Whether it’s nurturing, tough love, or unexpected wisdom, these films showcase the many sides of what it means to be a great mum. Tune in for a cinematic tribute to mums everywhere! Highl...

We have comedian and podcaster Milo Edwards on this week to discuss men's need to show movies to others. For those sick of hearing "oh you've never seen this?! We have to watch it now". Along the way we'll discuss Bootle vs Finsbury Park crackheads, what is the best Heat quote to use on a heckler, was Thatcher cremated or buried, and which deceased politician would you snort the ashes of? We also...

This week are joined by comedian Kate Martin to guide you through your gay awakening via cinema. WIll Step Up 2: The Streets make you as gay as it made Jamie? Is Michelle Pfifer’s Catwoman the key to your awakening? Did teenage Edward Furlong set you on your road to lesbianism? And why were the 90s so bad? Also there’s some pretty graphic descriptions of Jamie and Kate’s first time on poppers, you...

Like strikes in the steel mill, Josh returning to the podcast is inevitable. This week we're looking at the best movie to represent the North of England, as we debunk some northern stereotypes (we do have indoor toilets and WIFI), we look at the North in modern Hollywood (Hello Batman jumping off the Liver building), and we look at the Thatcher ruined our town Trilogy. Also yes we manage to shoeho...

2025 is not disappointing us in being just as insufferable as 2024. We brought in the annoyingly optimistic comedian Alexandra Haddow to cheer us up and advise on how to escape the January funk. Along the way we'll ask the big questions: Would Rocky have been happier if instead of raw eggs he had the tin of beans with the little sausages in? Why is Maggie Smith so hot for Peter in Hook? Is Stanley...

Happy New Year you beautiful people!! We welcome back BAFTA member and comedian Laura McMahon to talk about the most exciting films coming up n 2025 and Laura tries to defend the idea of the Minecraft movie. Host: Jamie Allerton  www.instagram.com/allertonjamie www.twitter.com/jayallerton     Get involved with the Best Movie To.... https://www.instagram.com/bestmovie2pod/   https://twitter.com/bes...

Happy New Year everyone. 2024 was the year of Wicked holding space and Jason Statham keeping bees. We’re joined by film journalist Ellie Calnan to discuss the highs and lows of the year as we break down our favourites, our disappointments, and also our favourite film scenes of the year.  Do give Ellie’s podcast a listen too: https://podcasts.apple.com/mv/podcast/should-they-shouldnt-they/id1776649...

Merry Christmas everybody. We welcome Dr Nat back to discuss the psychology behind some of your favourite Christmas films.  Is Kevin Mcallisater a sociopath who doesn’t develop normal separation anxiety, is Buddy the Elf exploited sexually, is a hit and run too far for the Elf on a Shelf. Also Jamie tries to explain It’s A Wonderful Life and Dr Nat gives tips on how to leave someone who still asks...

We're raising Christmas Spirits again! And this time we've shipped in an American to double the whimsy as we ask actress and comedian Liz Guterbock what is the best movie to get into the Christmas spirit...again. Host: Jamie Allerton  www.instagram.com/allertonjamie www.twitter.com/jayallerton     Guest: Elizabeth Guterbock https://www.instagram.com/lizguterbock   Get involved with the Best Movie...

What's the best movie to do a Commentary track to? For those of you sick of spending time with your loved ones or relatives have we got a solution for you: A Die Hard commentary. pull up Disney+ or your old VHS, press play and let Jamie and Josh talk over the entire movie. Listen out for Jamie telling his how I lost my virginity story, and Josh going to get his shopping delivery, absolute highligh...