Episodes

In this week's Born to Watch episode, Matt and Damo dive into a quirky 80s classic that inspired guilty pleasure rewatches and dreams of window display romance: Mannequin (1987). Join the guys as they reminisce about how Kim ...

We’re strapping in for a wild ride to Mars this week on Born to Watch with our 1990 sci-fi blockbuster Total Recall (1990) Review. Whitey, Gow, Damo, and Dan are back in full force for the first time in 2025 to dive into Arno...

Dirty Harry (1971) is a film that not only redefined the crime thriller genre but also cemented Clint Eastwood’s place as one of cinema’s most iconic leading men. In this week’s episode of Born to Watch , Whitey and Gow are j...

When it comes to the greatest films of all time, few are as universally beloved as E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial . In this E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial Review , Whitey and Gow take a deep dive into Spielberg’s sci-fi classic, join...

In this week’s episode of Born to Watch , Whitey and Damo tackle one of the most polarising blockbusters in cinematic history— Star Wars: The Last Jedi . You’ve heard it before: The Last Jedi either reignited the saga with bo...

Hey there, fellow watchers! It’s your host Whitey, flying solo once again for this special edition of Born to Watch . After last week’s popular solo mailbox episode, he’s back on the mic, diving deep into the year that was 20...

As 2024 comes to a close, Born to Watch wraps up the year with a special solo episode featuring Whitey at the helm! In this relaxed and festive instalment, Whitey's Mailbag tackles three of the most intriguing questions sent ...

Few movies blend chaos, comedy, and holiday cheer as seamlessly as Gremlins (1984) . This darkly delightful gem from director Joe Dante and producer Steven Spielberg has become a holiday classic for its irreverent tone and un...

Few films define holiday nostalgia as perfectly as Home Alone . In this Home Alone (1990) Movie Review , we revisit the timeless story of Kevin McCallister, the mischievous yet resourceful eight-year-old who accidentally gets...

In this Blood Diamond (2006) Movie Review , we explore Edward Zwick’s gripping drama that shines a stark light on the human cost of the diamond trade. Set against the backdrop of Sierra Leone’s brutal civil war, the film weav...

In the late 1980s, few movies encapsulated the aspirational vibe of the era quite like Cocktail . Released in 1988, this romantic drama, directed by Roger Donaldson and starring a magnetic Tom Cruise, is a cocktail of ambitio...

Buckle up for this comprehensive Braveheart (1995) Movie Review - a journey into the heart of one of Hollywood’s most iconic films. Few films, like Braveheart, have managed to carve a lasting legacy in cinematic and cultural ...

Ridley Scott’s Gladiator (2000) wasn’t just a movie—it was an event, a cultural phenomenon that revived the sword-and-sandal epic for a modern audience. In this week’s Born to Watch podcast episode, we take a deep dive with o...

Few films define absurdist comedy, as well as Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy (2004). Directed by Adam McKay and starring Will Ferrell as the legendary, moustachioed newscaster Ron Burgundy, Anchorman carved a bold path...

In the world of British crime cinema, few films capture the frenetic energy and dark humour of the underworld quite like Snatch (2000). Directed by Guy Ritchie, Snatch is a heist film on steroids, merging British grit with sl...

Joker: Folie à Deux is a follow-up that takes the foundations of 2019’s Joker and, quite frankly, leaves them in the dust. Directed once again by Todd Phillips, this sequel trades in the raw, grounded intensity of the first f...

If ever there was a film that brings true terror out of something as every day as fan meeting their idol, Stephen King’s Misery (1990) is that film. Directed by Rob Reiner and based on the bestselling novel by Stephen King, M...

When we look back at late-90s cinema, few films hit the nerve of an era quite like Enemy of the State (1998). Directed by Tony Scott and produced by Jerry Bruckheimer, the film was released when the internet was still in its ...

When it comes to 90s action movies, The Rock (1996) is an absolute powerhouse, packing in all the adrenaline, explosions, and star power you'd expect from a Michael Bay film. This high-octane blockbuster fuses a prison break ...

When it comes to biting satire and outrageous humour, Tropic Thunder remains a standout in the annals of Hollywood comedies. Released in 2008, this film, directed by Ben Stiller, is a unique blend of action, absurdity, and ra...

When we talk about The Naked Gun (1988), we’re diving headfirst into a comedy treasure chest—one filled with absurdity, brilliant wordplay, and visual gags that just don’t stop. This Zucker, Abrahams, and Zucker (ZAZ) film, s...

Few buddy cop films from the '80s pack the wild, testosterone-fueled fun that Tango & Cash (1989) does. This action-comedy, starring Sylvester Stallone and Kurt Russell, has cemented its place as a cult classic. While it may ...

The Fugitive (1993) is one of those films that perfectly encapsulates the tension and pulse-pounding excitement of a great action-thriller. Directed by Andrew Davis and starring Harrison Ford and Tommy Lee Jones, this movie h...

When it comes to films that have left a lasting mark on the horror genre, few can rival the terrifying power of The Exorcist (1973) . Directed by William Friedkin and adapted from William Peter Blatty’s 1971 novel, The Exorci...