• Capturing Truth: The Art of Storytelling in Warfare and The Correspondent

  • 2025/04/20
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Capturing Truth: The Art of Storytelling in Warfare and The Correspondent

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  • **Host:** Alex First
    **Guest Critics:** Sandy Kaye, Peter Chris, Greg King
    **Episode Summary:**
    In this gripping episode of First on Film & Entertainment, host Alex First is joined by critics Sandy Kaye, Peter Chris, and Greg King as they dive into two thought-provoking films: *Warfare* and *Drop*. The discussion begins with *Warfare*, a harrowing portrayal of a Navy SEAL mission gone awry in Iraq. The panel praises Alex Garland's direction, highlighting the film's intense realism and emotional depth, which keeps viewers on the edge of their seats. Sandy shares her surprise at how much she enjoyed the film, despite her aversion to war movies, while Greg and Peter offer their insights on its immersive sound design and character development. As the conversation shifts to *Drop*, the critics explore its psychological thriller elements, focusing on a mother's desperate struggle against a mysterious texter threatening her son. With a captivating setting and engaging performances, the film's tension builds throughout, leaving the panel debating its twists and overall impact. Listeners can expect a compelling mix of critiques and engaging dialogue, showcasing the power of storytelling in cinema.
    **Highlights:**
    - **Warfare:** A visceral depiction of combat that immerses audiences in the realities of war, praised for its authenticity and intense performances.
    - **Drop:** A thrilling psychological ride that keeps viewers guessing, with standout performances and a gripping narrative.
    - **Cinematic Insights:** The critics discuss the importance of storytelling in film and the impact of real-life events on cinematic narratives.
    00:00:00 - Alex Claydon discusses new technology used on World of Claydon programme
    00:01:41 - People mistakenly believe that Alex Garland is Australian, Peter says
    00:06:07 - The film is about three Navy SEALs in combat in Afghanistan
    00:08:19 - I loved this film and I really don't like war movies
    00:12:35 - Greg King: This is another example of what I call combat porn
    00:14:03 - Peter says he found the film very compelling as a docudrama
    00:16:05 - Peter and Sandy give Warfare an 8 out of 10 rating
    00:16:57 - Drop is an entertaining psychological thriller and it involves some seriously bad trolling
    00:22:02 - Greg Green: The film is a wild, playful nerve wracking thriller
    00:26:09 - Have you seen the Pluto movie? Yes, there is a Pluto movie
    00:26:57 - Greg says he was impressed by the clever construction of the screenplay
    00:28:26 - All right, let's get some scores for this movie which is rated 95 minutes
    00:30:33 - Sandy says Funny Games loses something in the German translation
    00:32:01 - Can we talk about the Correspondent? Because that's one I did see
    00:33:56 - Peter Gresta was arrested by Egyptian authorities in Cairo on 29 December 2013
    00:36:28 - Richard Roxburgh stars as journalist Peter Gresta in The Correspondent
    00:40:53 - Tank M Correspondent gave the film an eight out of 10
    00:43:37 - Peter: I was very impressed by the film. 9 out of 10
    00:46:15 - Creed is the fifth collaboration between Ryan Coogler and Michael B Jordan
    00:46:46 - Smoke and Stack return to Mississippi in 1932 after seven years away
    00:50:01 - Sinners is a horror with a uniquely Southern Gothic lens
    00:53:04 - Peter Krause says this is an unusual African American vampire filmJoin the First on Film & Entertainment team for this dynamic episode, and stay tuned for more insightful film reviews and discussions in the weeks to come!
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**Host:** Alex First
**Guest Critics:** Sandy Kaye, Peter Chris, Greg King
**Episode Summary:**
In this gripping episode of First on Film & Entertainment, host Alex First is joined by critics Sandy Kaye, Peter Chris, and Greg King as they dive into two thought-provoking films: *Warfare* and *Drop*. The discussion begins with *Warfare*, a harrowing portrayal of a Navy SEAL mission gone awry in Iraq. The panel praises Alex Garland's direction, highlighting the film's intense realism and emotional depth, which keeps viewers on the edge of their seats. Sandy shares her surprise at how much she enjoyed the film, despite her aversion to war movies, while Greg and Peter offer their insights on its immersive sound design and character development. As the conversation shifts to *Drop*, the critics explore its psychological thriller elements, focusing on a mother's desperate struggle against a mysterious texter threatening her son. With a captivating setting and engaging performances, the film's tension builds throughout, leaving the panel debating its twists and overall impact. Listeners can expect a compelling mix of critiques and engaging dialogue, showcasing the power of storytelling in cinema.
**Highlights:**
- **Warfare:** A visceral depiction of combat that immerses audiences in the realities of war, praised for its authenticity and intense performances.
- **Drop:** A thrilling psychological ride that keeps viewers guessing, with standout performances and a gripping narrative.
- **Cinematic Insights:** The critics discuss the importance of storytelling in film and the impact of real-life events on cinematic narratives.
00:00:00 - Alex Claydon discusses new technology used on World of Claydon programme
00:01:41 - People mistakenly believe that Alex Garland is Australian, Peter says
00:06:07 - The film is about three Navy SEALs in combat in Afghanistan
00:08:19 - I loved this film and I really don't like war movies
00:12:35 - Greg King: This is another example of what I call combat porn
00:14:03 - Peter says he found the film very compelling as a docudrama
00:16:05 - Peter and Sandy give Warfare an 8 out of 10 rating
00:16:57 - Drop is an entertaining psychological thriller and it involves some seriously bad trolling
00:22:02 - Greg Green: The film is a wild, playful nerve wracking thriller
00:26:09 - Have you seen the Pluto movie? Yes, there is a Pluto movie
00:26:57 - Greg says he was impressed by the clever construction of the screenplay
00:28:26 - All right, let's get some scores for this movie which is rated 95 minutes
00:30:33 - Sandy says Funny Games loses something in the German translation
00:32:01 - Can we talk about the Correspondent? Because that's one I did see
00:33:56 - Peter Gresta was arrested by Egyptian authorities in Cairo on 29 December 2013
00:36:28 - Richard Roxburgh stars as journalist Peter Gresta in The Correspondent
00:40:53 - Tank M Correspondent gave the film an eight out of 10
00:43:37 - Peter: I was very impressed by the film. 9 out of 10
00:46:15 - Creed is the fifth collaboration between Ryan Coogler and Michael B Jordan
00:46:46 - Smoke and Stack return to Mississippi in 1932 after seven years away
00:50:01 - Sinners is a horror with a uniquely Southern Gothic lens
00:53:04 - Peter Krause says this is an unusual African American vampire filmJoin the First on Film & Entertainment team for this dynamic episode, and stay tuned for more insightful film reviews and discussions in the weeks to come!
https://www.bitesz.com/show/first-on-film-entertainment/
www.bitesz.com
**Sponsor:**
www.bitesz.com/nordvpn

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/first-on-film-entertainment--5645288/support.

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