The Date Night Drive In

In this Drive-In, or the Next!: Gladiator

Fri, 26 Jan 2024 00:00:06 GMT

CW: Discussion of Gore and Violence

We /will/ have our date night - in this drive-in, or the next! Despite a very, very long gap, Will and Am are back with very special guest Luce to talk about Ridley Scott's Gladiator (2000). Time to chat about Epics, post 9-11 cinema and directorial intent - and if Ridley Scott is truly the Nicholas Cage of directors!

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Will Letterboxd: https://boxd.it/XyDl

Welcome to The Date Night Drive In! Am, Will, and their special guests watch their way through the top 100 films on IMDB. With plenty of film-history, an abundance of pop-culture references, and a masochistic love of cinema, we can't wait for you to join us at the drive in.

Our next episode will air at the end of February, in theory.

Our theme music was composed by Am Chisholm, and includes voice acting from Nathan Jones. You can find Nate on Twitter at @natescottjones

Our cover art was created by Eiriol Evans. You can find Eiriol on twitter at @Hombow1

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Back, to the Drive-In!: Back to the Future

Thu, 29 Jun 2023 23:00:45 GMT

Where we're going, we don't need podcasts! Am, Will and returning guest Chloe chat all things Back to the Future, with nostalgia, capitalism and branding abound! Is Marty's mum really that hot? Why is a 16 year old besties with a man in his 50s? There's only one way to find out!

Am Letterboxd: https://boxd.it/GK8v

Will Letterboxd: https://boxd.it/XyDl

Our next episode will air at the end of July. In theory.

Our theme music was composed by Am Chisholm, and includes voice acting from Nathan Jones. You can find Nate on Twitter at @natescottjones

Our cover art was created by Eiriol Evans. You can find Eiriol on twitter at @Hombow1

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Rock Me, Date Night Drive In: Amadeus

Thu, 25 May 2023 23:00:04 GMT

Tune up your orchestra, and join the team (and special guest Chloe Elliott) as we explore 1700's Vienna! A dying Salieri confesses his guilt, and responsibility for the death of the legendary Mozart... but is he truly to blame?

(yes)

Am Letterboxd: https://boxd.it/GK8v

Will Letterboxd: https://boxd.it/XyDl

Our next episode will air at the end of June. In theory.

Our theme music was composed by Am Chisholm, and includes voice acting from Nathan Jones. You can find Nate on Twitter at @natescottjones

Our cover art was created by Eiriol Evans. You can find Eiriol on twitter at @Hombow1

If you've made it this far:

"nyah" - Catboy Mozart (allegedly)

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Remember the Drive In: Coco

Thu, 30 Mar 2023 23:00:59 GMT

TW: Discussion of death

It's been a minute, fellow drive-in daters. Will and Am apologies for their lateness, and get stuck in with 2018's Coco! Our hosts journey to the land of the dead, and basque (yes, that's a pun) in this feature's stunning soundtrack. Will gains a little more appreciation for animation, and Am discusses her favourite EGOT.

Am Letterboxd: https://boxd.it/GK8v

Will Letterboxd: https://boxd.it/XyDl

Our next episode will air on April 28th. In theory.

Our theme music was composed by Am Chisholm, and includes voice acting from Nathan Jones. You can find Nate on Twitter at @natescottjones

Our cover art was created by Eiriol Evans. You can find Eiriol on twitter at @Hombow1

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Like 2 dates at the drive-in: Rear Window

Fri, 30 Dec 2022 08:00:26 GMT

CW: Violence against animals mentioned

We've become a podcast of peeping Toms! Today, Am and Will gaze across the courtyard and into Hitchcock's own apartment. What mysteries lie in the homes of your neighbours? What does this have to do with the Male Gaze, and a film academic from the 1970s? You know there's only one way to find out...

Am Letterboxd: https://boxd.it/GK8v

Will Letterboxd: https://boxd.it/XyDl

Our next episode will air on December 30th. In theory.

Our theme music was composed by Am Chisholm, and includes voice acting from Nathan Jones. You can find Nate on Twitter at @natescottjones

Our cover art was created by Eiriol Evans. You can find Eiriol on twitter at @Hombow1

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The Last Drive In: Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 00:00:26 GMT

A podcast.... Why did it have to be a podcast? Am and Will crack the whip and get stuck in with their latest watch, Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade. Joined by Am's dad (that's Simon to you) the gang explore Nostalgia, Spielberg, and ask just how committed an actor Mr Ford is.

Our next episode will air on December 30th. In theory.

Our theme music was composed by Am Chisholm, and includes voice acting from Nathan Jones. You can find Nate on Twitter at @natescottjones

Our cover art was created by Eiriol Evans. You can find Eiriol on twitter at @Hombow1

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The drive-in of life : The Lion King

Fri, 28 Oct 2022 07:00:50 GMT

We're gonna be mighty podcast hosts, so enemies, beware! Today Am, Will, and a Very Special Guest (Am's flatmate) explore everything from Pride Rock to the Elephant Graveyard with hit film, The Lion King! Does this animation giant still stand tall? You know how to find out...

Our next episode will air on November 25th. In theory.

Our theme music was composed by Am Chisholm, and includes voice acting from Nathan Jones. You can find Nate on Twitter at @natescottjones

Our cover art was created by Eiriol Evans. You can find Eiriol on twitter at @Hombow1

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I don't know how to run a drive-in: Citizen Kane

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 23:00:36 GMT

CW: Mentions of sexual violence and suicide

Well, August was a write off. But today, Will and Am explore the history of one Charles Foster Kane. The 93r'd best film ever (allegedly), and the favourite of directors around the world, will Citizen Kane live up to the hype? You know there's only one way to find out.

Our next episode will air on October 28th. In theory.

Our theme music was composed by Am Chisholm, and includes voice acting from Nathan Jones. You can find Nate on Twitter at @natescottjones

Our cover art was created by Eiriol Evans. You can find Eiriol on twitter at @Hombow1

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The Greatest Date the Drive-In Ever Pulled: The Usual Suspects

Mon, 01 Aug 2022 12:46:31 GMT

CW: Mentions of sexual assault, violence and alcohol.

Today, Am and Will round up the Usual Suspects! At rank 39, does this movie deserve it's acclaim (and Oscar nominations?) - there's only one way to find out! Join us as we jump between past and present, California and New York, the hospital and the police station. Would we pick this classic out of a line up? Listen and see!

Our next episode will air on August 26th. In theory.

Our theme music was composed by Am Chisholm, and includes voice acting from Nathan Jones. You can find Nate on Twitter at @natescottjones

Our cover art was created by Eiriol Evans. You can find Eiriol on twitter at @Hombow1

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Remember the Drive In, try your best: Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 13:17:45 GMT

CW: Mentions of Abortion Rights, Mental Illness.

Arriving at the Drive In a little late this month, Am and Will explore the memories of Joel and Clementine in Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind. Does Clementine fit the manic pixie dream girl stereotype? Would you erase your own memories? Most importantly, how great is Elijah Wood? All this, and more, in the latest episode of The Date Night Drive In.

Abortion Rights resources

https://abortion.cafe/ - this is a collection of abortion resources
shoutyourabortion.com - this is a campaign to normalize abortion
https://donations4abortion.com/ - donate to support abortion funds by state
https://secure.actblue.com/donate/supportabortionfunds - donate to the national network of abortion funds (donations split between 80+ abortion funds)
https://usow.org/repro/volunteer/ - this is a list of abortion clinics across the country that need volunteers
https://dontbanequality.com/ - this is language for companies to use to stand against the ruling
plancpills.org/ambassadors - here are early abortion access pills you can store in your cabinet
https://prochoice.org/ - this is an abortion access hotline
https://natalist.com/products/early-pregnancy-test-strips - buy early pregnancy test strips
https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/birth-control - get info on types of birth control
https://choice.crd.co/ - this is a collection of these above links and more. Managed by @starplanes - DM them on twitter to add more
https://www.guttmacher.org/state-policy/explore/abortion-policy-absence-roe - abortion policy by state as of June 1, 2022
More in-depth version: https://www.guttmacher.org/state-policy

Our next episode will air on July 29th.

Our theme music was composed by Am Chisholm, and includes voice acting from Nathan Jones. You can find Nate on Twitter at @natescottjones

Our cover art was created by Eiriol Evans. You can find Eiriol on twitter at @Hombow1

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I'll See You At the Drive In: Saving Private Ryan

Fri, 27 May 2022 07:00:19 GMT

CW: Mentions of violence, war.

Today, Am and Will visit the battlefields of Northern France. With immersive sound design, countless stars, and five oscars under it's belt, Saving Private Ryan is up to bat. Will this classic hold up under fire? You know there's only one way to find out...

Our next episode will air on June 24th.

Our theme music was composed by Am Chisholm, and includes voice acting from Nathan Jones. You can find Nate on Twitter at @natescottjones

Our cover art was created by Eiriol Evans. You can find Eiriol on twitter at @Hombow1

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At the Drive In, no-one can hear you scream: Alien

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 07:00:51 GMT

CW: Mentions of sex, descriptions of gore.

This is Am and Will, the last survivors of the Drive In, signing on. This month, we tackle one of horror's finest: 1979's Alien! Has Am finally found a horror movie she likes? What fun facts does Will have in store? And how many cats played the iconic Jonesy? You know there's only one way to find out...

Our next episode will air on May 27th.

Our theme music was composed by Am Chisholm, and includes voice acting from Nathan Jones. You can find Nate on Twitter at @natescottjones

Our cover art was created by Eiriol Evans. You can find Eiriol on twitter at @Hombow1

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Say Hello to my Little Podcast: Scarface

Fri, 25 Mar 2022 08:00:37 GMT

TW: Mention of sexual acts

The drive-in is yours! In episode three, Will and Am both watch Scarface for the first time. Is greed good? Just how excited are they to see F. Murray Abraham? Join us, and find out!

Resources further discussing the portrayal of ethnicity in Scarface:

How 1983's 'Scarface' Transformed the Way Cubans Were Perceived in the US - Monica Castillo

An Unfortunate Icon - Damarys Ocaña

"The World is Yours, Chico" Scarface, Racial Identity and the American Dream - Anonymous PHD Candidate

Revisiting the Controversy Surrounding Scarface - Jason Bailey

Our next episode will air on April 29th.

Our theme music was composed by Am Chisholm, and includes voice acting from Nathan Jones. You can find Nate on Twitter at @natescottjones

Our cover art was created by Eiriol Evans. You can find Eiriol on twitter at @Hombow1

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Everyone Goes to the Drive-In: Casablanca

Fri, 25 Feb 2022 08:00:45 GMT

TW: Mention of Sexual Assault

Play it again, Will and Am! In our second episode, we watch the iconic Casablanca. Just how much does it hold up? What does Vichy mean? And what the heck is the Hayes Code? There's only one way to find out...

Our next episode will air on March 25th.

Our theme music was composed by Am Chisholm, and includes voice acting from Nathan Jones. You can find Nate on Twitter at @natescottjones

Our cover art was created by Eiriol Evans. You can find Eiriol on twitter at @Hombow1

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Episode One: Infinity War

Fri, 28 Jan 2022 08:30:49 GMT

In our flagship episode, Am and Will explore allegedly the most ambitious crossover in cinema history. Join us for superhero shenanigans, fan service theories, dunking on the mouse, and more!

Our next episode will air on February 25th.

Our theme music was composed by Am Chisholm, and includes voice acting from Nathan Jones. You can find Nate on Twitter at @natescottjones

Our cover art was created by Eiriol Evans. You can find Eiriol on twitter at @Hombow1

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.