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Born To Watch - A Movie Podcast

Episodes

Jan. 16, 2024

Rebel Moon (2023)

Rebel Moon (2023) -Full Movie Review Whitey and Damo take one for the team here as they dissect the latest "style over substance, Star Wars wannabe" outing from director Zack Snyder. In short, if you are considering watching ...

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Jan. 9, 2024

Wonka (2023) - A Tale of Two Wonka's

This week's episode of "Born to Watch" is a special treat for movie enthusiasts! Hosts Whitey and Damo, joined by the insightful Danie (The Purp), embark on a cinematic journey, starting with an in-depth discussion of the 202...

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Jan. 2, 2024

The Streaming Wars - Solo Pod

The Streaming Wars - Whitey's Solo Pod In this special solo episode of the Born to Watch Podcast, host Whitey takes the reins while Gow, Dan, and Damo enjoy an extended Christmas and New Year break. Dive into a cozy holiday b...

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Dec. 26, 2023

Love Actually (2003) Christmas "Re Release"

In the spirit of Christmas we thought we would re release our Xmas episode from 2022 - Love Actually (2003). The whole team where on board for this one and it could have been the episode that sealed the deal for Damo. Merry X...

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Dec. 19, 2023

Pulp Fiction (1994)

The boys are in a new locale and with a special guest in tow it's time to tackle Quentin Tarantino's masterpiece - PULP FICTION (1994) "Pulp Fiction" (1994), directed by Quentin Tarantino, is a film that defies conventional s...

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Dec. 12, 2023

The Breakfast Club (1985)

"The Breakfast Club," directed by John Hughes, is a seminal film of the 1980s that has transcended its era to become a timeless classic. This 1985 masterpiece delves into the lives of five high school students who, on the sur...

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Dec. 5, 2023

The Hangover (2009)

"The Hangover," directed by Todd Phillips, hit the screens in 2009, quickly becoming a cultural phenomenon. This comedic tour de force revolves around a bachelor party gone awry in Las Vegas. The plot hinges on a simple, yet ...

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Nov. 28, 2023

North Shore (1987)

"North Shore," released in 1987, is a film that encapsulates the essence of surfing culture and the timeless quest for belonging and self-discovery. Set against the stunning backdrop of Hawaii's legendary North Shore, the mov...

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Nov. 21, 2023

National Lampoon's Vacation (1983)

"National Lampoon's Vacation," released in 1983, is a classic American road comedy film that has stood the test of time. Directed by Harold Ramis and written by John Hughes, based on his own short story, the film presents a h...

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Nov. 14, 2023

The Shawshank Redemption (1994)

"The Shawshank Redemption," directed by Frank Darabont and released in 1994, is a cinematic masterpiece that has stood the test of time. Based on Stephen King's novella "Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption," the film navig...

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Nov. 7, 2023

The Batman (2022)

It's the Born to Watch dynamic duo for The Batman (2022). Whitey and Damo will take you to a place that feels familiar but by the end you will realise it's brand new. ENJOY "The Batman," directed by Matt Reeves and released i...

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Oct. 31, 2023

The Last Starfighter (1984)

The Last Starfighter (1984) Whitey and Gow, and are back with another deep dive into a classic, and today we're joined by none other than Will the Plumber – our long-time fan and guest host for this episode. In the heart of t...

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Oct. 24, 2023

Coming to America (1988)

In 1988, Eddie Murphy and director John Landis combined forces to create "Coming to America," a romantic comedy that went on to become an emblematic staple of 80s cinema. On the surface, it's a story about a prince from a fic...

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Oct. 17, 2023

Jurassic Park (1993)

Steven Spielberg’s “Jurassic Park (1993)” is more than just a film; it’s a cinematic journey that forever altered the trajectory of filmmaking, visual effects, and our collective imaginations. Adapted from Michael Crichton's ...

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Oct. 10, 2023

The Shining (1980)

We head to The Overlook Hotel with a full house and a very special guest. The Shining (1980) is a movie that is burnt into pop culture and we give it the royal treatment it deserves - "Here's Johnny"!! "The Shining," directed...

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Oct. 3, 2023

The Karate Kid (1984)

In the annals of cinema history, certain films stand out as timeless classics, and "The Karate Kid" (1984) is undeniably one of them. Directed by John G. Avildsen and starring Ralph Macchio as Daniel LaRusso and Pat Morita as...

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Sept. 26, 2023

Behind Enemy Lines (2001)

Whitey, Gow and Damo are together in the Panic Room to dissect "Behind Enemy Lines (2001)" - We all hadn't seen this movie for some time and it was an interesting rewatch that's for sure. Released in 2001, "Behind Enemy Lines...

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Sept. 19, 2023

The Long Kiss Goodnight (1996)

Welcome back to Born to Watch, where four old friends gather to relive the movies that have shaped their lives. In today's episode, we're diving headfirst into the action-packed world of the 1996 film "The Long Kiss Goodnight...

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Sept. 16, 2023

Bonus Episode - "ALIEN - Film School for F WITS"

We have a special episode of Born to Watch for you today. We have had some feedback from our "ALIEN" episode and we have listened. Dan's "Film School" segment was essentially cut from the full episode, not because of a lack o...

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Sept. 12, 2023

LOTR - The Fellowship of the Ring (2001)

We start the journey of reviewing one of the greatest movie trilogies of all time with Lord of the Rings - The Fellowship of the Ring. We have a special correspondent call in from Hobbiton itself, Strangles joins us for Good,...

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Sept. 5, 2023

Alien (1979)

"In space, no one can hear you scream", is an absolutely cracking tagline for an Iconic piece of cinema. Alien (1979) is a movie really like no other and the Born to Watch team can't wait to sink their teeth into this one. We...

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Aug. 29, 2023

Dirty Dancing (1987)

Dirty Dancing (1987) is the Born to Watch attempt at getting out of our comfort zone, well for two of us. We will let you decide which team member isn't going to put Baby in a corner. It's rare for a film to capture the essen...

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Aug. 22, 2023

The Matrix (1999)

What pill would you take - Blue or Red? Join the Born to Watch team as we follow the white rabbit and discover "The Matrix (1999)". The movie that changed the way movies were made and expanded all our minds, this episode is l...

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Aug. 15, 2023

Dumb and Dumber (1994)

One of the great cinematic experiences of all time, "Dumb and Dumber (1994)" comes to Born to Watch. The boys will try to hold it together as they take a road trip and discover if John Denver really is full of shit. In the va...

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