One of Us is a Filmmaker - a Nostalgic Movie Podcast

S209 Look Back At The Classics: Spy Kids

Today, Orion and Cassiah look back at the classic family franchise 'Spy Kids' (2001, 2002, 2003), created, written and directed by indie director Robert Rodriguez. We discuss the parallels between 'Spy Kids' and some of the greatest trilogies of our time, question whether Antonia Banderas should have replaced Gerald Butler in 'The Phantom of the Opera', and debate whether 2001 was truly the best year of cinema? 

S208 Movie Throwback: Dodgeball

Dodge, duck, dip, dive and dodge - listen to Orion and Cassiah as they run through the five D's of 'Dodgeball' (2004) and chat about this surprise hit comedy of the early noughties starring Ben Stiller and Vince Vaughn.  

S207 The Great Debate: Top 5 Movie Musicals

"What team? One of Us is a Filmmaker. What team?! One of Us is a Filmmaker!" - Orion and Cassiah would love to live in a world as dramatic as 'High School Musical' (2006), but since we can't, we'll settle for having a chat all about the best Movie Musicals! In this week's episode, we chart a course through the history of Movie Musicals, from the Golden Age of musicals such as 'The Wizard of Oz' (1939) and 'Singing in the Rain' (1952), to the resurgence in the 70s and 80s with hits like 'Grease' (1978) and 'Annie' (1982), to noughties revivals such as 'Hairspray' (2007) and 'Chicago' (2002). In doing so, Orion and Cassiah have to come to a consensus, and decide on the Top 5 Movie Musicals of all time. 

S206 (Pt2) Look Back At The Classics: The Lord Of The Rings

What about second podcast? As promised, Orion and Cassiah are back to talk about 'The Two Towers' (2002) and 'The Return of the King' (2003), as well as deciding which movie from Peter Jackson's epic 'The Lord Of The Rings' trilogy is their favourite. So tune into part 2 to hear us chat all things Hobbits, Ents, Orcs and more! 

S206 (Pt1) Look Back At The Classics: The Lord Of The Rings

This weekend, Orion and Cassiah are bringing a surprise DOUBLE EPISODE for you, all about Peter Jackson's iconic 'The Lord Of The Rings!' There was too much to say about this incredible trilogy and part 1 kicks off with some behind-the-scenes filmmaking secrets, before we dive into discussing 'The Fellowship Of The Ring' (2001). We also throw in a (albeit not too difficult) quiz, so let us know what you get on that. We hope you enjoy - it is a gift!  

S205 Movie Throwback: Mrs. Doubtfire

"HELP IS ON THE WAY DEAR!" - one of the many iconic lines spoken by the comic genius Robin Williams in Chris Columbus' 'Mrs. Doubtfire" (1993). In this week's movie throwback, Orion and Cassiah discuss this classic 90s movie - dropping behind-the-scenes tidbits, sharing their favourite lines and scenes, and remembering the brilliance of the late great Robin Williams. 

S204 The Great Debate: Good Versus Bad Roald Dahl Movie Adaptations

In today's episode, Orion and Cassiah chat about the movie adaptations based on books by the iconic children's author Roald Dahl, debating which ones are 'good' and which ones are 'bad'! We're mostly keeping it old school, throwing it back to our nostalgic childhood classics such as 'The Witches' (1990), 'Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory' (1971), and 'James and the Giant Peach' (1996) - but also expect some more recent adaptations such as 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory' (2005) and 'Fantastic Mr. Fox' (2009). So give it a listen, and join us in a world of pure imagination! 

S203 Look Back At The Classics: Lindsay Lohan’s Legendary Era

Today, Orion and Cassiah look back at the early filmography of Lindsay Lohan - what we would call her LEGENDARY era, which includes hits such as 'The Parent Trap' (1998), 'Freaky Friday' (2003) and 'Mean Girls' (2004). Lindsay Lohan was a staple of so many of our childhoods, so listen to us gush about some of our most nostalgic movies ever - it's so fetch!