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Harrison Ford has spent decades playing some of cinema's most recognisable characters.Han Solo. Indiana Jones. Jack Ryan. And that's just three.So when we decided to pick our Top 10 favourite Harrison Ford movies, you might think this would be an easy list.It wasn't.For this Fast Forward episode, GB and AJ each brought five Harrison Ford favourites to the table - with one important rule: no Star Wars. Because all of those are in the Harrison Ford x Rewind Classic Movies Hall of Fame. And we could've found ourselves with 5 of those clogging up the list.There are some obvious choices, some unexpected ones, and a few films that caused considerably more disagreement than expected.And yes, Indiana Jones movies are in there - but not at the number one spot!?!But perhaps the biggest surprise comes when we reach the top. We also take a look at some honourable mentions, discuss Ford's particular talent for playing reluctant, capable everymen, and see how our personal choices compare with the critics.So what's the greatest Harrison Ford movie? You'll have to listen to find out what made our final Top 10.And we suspect you'll have a few choices of your own...What would make your Harrison Ford Top 5?Next week: This is the end of Season 2 and we'll be back soon with some guest episodes before returning later in the year for Season 3!Get involved:⭐️ Leave us a review on your podcast platform - it really helps the show grow! (If you need help: https://rewindclassicmovies.com/how-to-leave-a-podcast-review/)📩 Email: [email protected]🎟️ Want bonus content & early access? Join our Patreon! (https://patreon.com/RewindClassicMovies)Find us in other places:Apple Podcasts: ► https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1788081065?mt=2Spotify: ► https://open.spotify.com/show/5J7Dss7zjd5Df1RKbphn8FAmazon Music: ► https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/1b9c970f-43f6-4d6a-b10f-351e9f0c0431Patreon: ► https://patreon.com/RewindClassicMoviesYouTube: ► https://www.youtube.com/@rewindclassicmoviesInstagram: ► https://www.instagram.com/rewindclassicmoviesFacebook: ► https://www.facebook.com/rewindclassicmoviesTikTok: ► https://www.tiktok.com/@rewindclassicmovies Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're back in a galaxy far, far away!In Part 2 of our look at Star Wars: A New Hope (1977), GB and AJ pick up where we left off and dive into everything from the Death Star escape and the final trench run to some of the film's most memorable scenes, lines and characters (and a terrible ending?!?).Why has Star Wars remained so beloved nearly 50 years later? We discuss the magic behind the film, its world-building, humour, music and visual effects - and whether it really deserves all the praise.We also get into:• Why the film feels like two completely different movies• The Death Star hosting a heist movie• Obi-Wan Kenobi and Darth Vader's lightsaber duel• Luke switching off his targeting computer• The medal ceremony and why it falls flat• The legendary Cantina scene• Han shot first and the many changes made to the movie• Favourite scenes and lines• Comments and opinions from our Patreon supporters• And finally... how does AJ actually rank A New Hope?There's also a little look ahead to next week's episode, when we turn our attention to one of cinema's biggest stars: Harrison Ford.Next week: Join us as we look at our Top 10 Favourite Harrison Ford Movies of all time in the Season 2 final episode (we'll be back soon with some guest episodes before returning later in the year for Season 3).Get involved:⭐️ Leave us a review on your podcast platform - it really helps the show grow! (If you need help: https://rewindclassicmovies.com/how-to-leave-a-podcast-review/)📩 Email: [email protected]🎟️ Want bonus content & early access? Join our Patreon! (https://patreon.com/RewindClassicMovies)Find us in other places:Apple Podcasts: ► https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1788081065?mt=2Spotify: ► https://open.spotify.com/show/5J7Dss7zjd5Df1RKbphn8FAmazon Music: ► https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/1b9c970f-43f6-4d6a-b10f-351e9f0c0431Patreon: ► https://patreon.com/RewindClassicMoviesYouTube: ► https://www.youtube.com/@rewindclassicmoviesInstagram: ► https://www.instagram.com/rewindclassicmoviesFacebook: ► https://www.facebook.com/rewindclassicmoviesTikTok: ► https://www.tiktok.com/@rewindclassicmovies Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We've finally done it. After two seasons of Rewind Classic Movies, GB and AJ sit down to talk about one of the most important films in cinema history: Star Wars.But there's a slight problem.GB has seen it hundreds of times. AJ … hasn't.So what happens when a lifelong Star Wars fan sits down with someone who knows the cultural references but is still getting C-3PO mixed up with R2-D2?Quite a lot, as it turns out.We get into the characters, the casting, the incredible world-building, the visuals, the music and the sound design — and along the way uncover some of the stranger stories behind the film. From actors who could have played some of the most famous characters in cinema history, to the versions of Star Wars that have been changed, debated and fought over by fans for decades.We also look at what makes the original film feel so convincing, why its production was quite as remarkable as it was, and what it's like to experience Star Wars with relatively fresh eyes nearly 50 years after it first arrived.And yes, GB gets nerdy.There's far too much to fit into one episode, so this is Part One of our two-part Star Wars conversation - making a total of three parts if you include last week's Why We Love Star Wars episode with guests Jody and Rick Martin.So strap yourself in, try not to confuse your droids, and join us in a galaxy far, far away…Next week: Join us for Part Two of A New Hope! (and the week after we Fast Forward to look at our Top 10 Favourite Harrison Ford Movies of all time).Get involved:⭐️ Leave us a review on your podcast platform - it really helps the show grow! (If you need help: https://rewindclassicmovies.com/how-to-leave-a-podcast-review/)📩 Email: [email protected]🎟️ Want bonus content & early access? Join our Patreon! (https://patreon.com/RewindClassicMovies)Find us in other places:Apple Podcasts: ► https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1788081065?mt=2Spotify: ► https://open.spotify.com/show/5J7Dss7zjd5Df1RKbphn8FAmazon Music: ► https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/1b9c970f-43f6-4d6a-b10f-351e9f0c0431Patreon: ► https://patreon.com/RewindClassicMoviesYouTube: ► https://www.youtube.com/@rewindclassicmoviesInstagram: ► https://www.instagram.com/rewindclassicmoviesFacebook: ► https://www.facebook.com/rewindclassicmoviesTikTok: ► https://www.tiktok.com/@rewindclassicmovies Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello there! What is it about Star Wars that makes people keep coming back to it decades later?For some people, it's as simple as Luke Skywalker being a childhood hero. For others, it's the music, the spaceships, the worlds, the battles or simply the memories of discovering those films as a kid. And then there are the things that are much harder to explain.In this special episode of Rewind Classic Movies, GB is joined by Jody Martin and Rick Martin from the Now That's What I Call DAMN Good Music podcast to talk about one of the biggest questions we could possibly ask: why do we love Star Wars?This isn't a breakdown of one particular film. Instead, we're looking at the things that made Star Wars such an enduring part of our lives and why its appeal can be so difficult to explain to someone who didn't grow up with it.We talk about childhood memories, the strange feeling of seeing films for the first time, the incredible music, the characters we grew up with, the worlds that seemed so much bigger than what was actually shown on screen, and the details that left us imagining what might exist just beyond the edge of the frame.We also get into the Star Wars fandom itself, including the experience of sharing that enthusiasm with other people and passing it on to the next generation.And, naturally, no conversation between three Star Wars fans could possibly finish without getting into favourite characters, planets, music, ships, scenes and movies - with some surprisingly controversial choices along the way.We would be honored if you would join us as we try to work out why, after all these years, we still love Star Wars.Next week: More Star Wars as we Rewind one of GB's all-time favourite movies and finally educate AJ on that mass-murdering farm boy led astray by his father's killer. Yes, it's 1977's A New Hope (as it's now called).Get involved:⭐️ Leave us a review on your podcast platform - it really helps the show grow! (If you need help: https://rewindclassicmovies.com/how-to-leave-a-podcast-review/)📩 Email: [email protected]🎟️ Want bonus content & early access? Join our Patreon! (https://patreon.com/RewindClassicMovies)Find us in other places:Apple Podcasts: ► https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1788081065?mt=2Spotify: ► https://open.spotify.com/show/5J7Dss7zjd5Df1RKbphn8FAmazon Music: ► https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/1b9c970f-43f6-4d6a-b10f-351e9f0c0431Patreon: ► https://patreon.com/RewindClassicMoviesYouTube: ► https://www.youtube.com/@rewindclassicmoviesInstagram: ► https://www.instagram.com/rewindclassicmoviesFacebook: ► https://www.facebook.com/rewindclassicmoviesTikTok: ► https://www.tiktok.com/@rewindclassicmovies Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Fast Forward, GB and AJ tackle one of cinema's most dangerous subjects: movie remakes. Following on from our recent discussion about Clash of the Titans, we're looking at ten examples of remakes, reboots and reimaginings that, for one reason or another, failed to live up to what came before.But there's an important distinction to make.Calling something one of the worst movie remakes doesn't necessarily mean we think it's an objectively terrible film. A remake can be perfectly watchable on its own while still being a disappointing version of a much-loved original.That's because people are rarely able to watch a remake with a completely blank slate. We bring our memories of the original with us - the performances, characters, humour, atmosphere, music and all the little details that made it special. Including, in no small part, the nostalgia.And that's where things get interesting.For this episode, GB and AJ have each chosen five films, without knowing exactly what the other has picked. They'll count down in reverse order before revealing their personal choice for the worst remake ever made.Some of the films discussed were criticised heavily at the time. Others have their fans and defenders. Some are technically impressive but lack the personality of their predecessors, while others simply seem to miss what made the original work in the first place.And then there's the question of whether some of these films should even be considered remakes at all.What counts as a remake? Is a reboot the same thing? What about a reimagining that takes only the basic concept from an earlier movie? We've allowed ourselves a little flexibility - because we're here to talk about movies, not write the rulebook.Ultimately, this is a subjective list. Your favourite remake might be one of ours, or you might think we've completely lost the plot.So what do you think is the worst movie remake ever made?Next week: We Rewind one of GB's all-time favourite movies and finally educate AJ on that mass-murdering farm boy led astray by his father's killer. Yes, it's Star Wars! And we're starting with 1977's A New Hope (as it's now called).Get involved:⭐️ Leave us a review on your podcast platform - it really helps the show grow! (If you need help: https://rewindclassicmovies.com/how-to-leave-a-podcast-review/)📩 Email: [email protected]🎟️ Want bonus content & early access? Join our Patreon! (https://patreon.com/RewindClassicMovies)Find us in other places:Apple Podcasts: ► https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1788081065?mt=2Spotify: ► https://open.spotify.com/show/5J7Dss7zjd5Df1RKbphn8FAmazon Music: ► https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/1b9c970f-43f6-4d6a-b10f-351e9f0c0431Patreon: ► https://patreon.com/RewindClassicMoviesYouTube: ► https://www.youtube.com/@rewindclassicmoviesInstagram: ► https://www.instagram.com/rewindclassicmoviesFacebook: ► https://www.facebook.com/rewindclassicmoviesTikTok: ► https://www.tiktok.com/@rewindclassicmovies Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, GB and AJ head back to 1981 for Clash of the Titans, the final feature film from legendary stop-motion pioneer Ray Harryhausen.With Laurence Olivier, Maggie Smith, Burgess Meredith and Ursula Andress (sort of) delivering grand, Shakespearean dialogue about gods, destiny, honour and death, while giant scorpions, Medusa, a mechanical owl and a bloody great sea monster wander around in the background, this is a fantasy film unlike anything else.AJ watches Clash of the Titans for the first time, while GB revisits one of his childhood favourites. We talk about Harryhausen's incredible career and the end of an era for this style of fantasy filmmaking, as well as the occasionally janky effects that already looked old-fashioned when the film was released in 1981.We discuss the incredible Medusa sequence, one of the film's most memorable and genuinely tense scenes, the creepy skeletal ferryman, the witches, giant scorpions, Calibos, Bubo the owl and, of course, the legendary command to...RELEASE THE KRAKEN!There's also the small matter of Greek mythology, Cornwall pretending to be ancient Greece, Laurence Olivier apparently forgetting his lines, Arnold Schwarzenegger nearly playing Perseus and the original plans for an even darker ending.But one question continues to bother us.Why is a film called Clash of the Titans filled with gods, monsters, Gorgons and the Kraken......when there aren't actually any Titans?Has this 1981 fantasy classic aged badly, or is there still something magical about Harryhausen's old-school filmmaking? Can practical effects and imagination overcome some very visible matte lines? And can a film be both incredibly grand and completely ridiculous at the same time?Join us as we revisit Clash of the Titans and decide where it belongs in our Rewind Classic Movies rankings.Next week: We Fast Forward to look at the Top 10 Worst Movie Remakes Of All Time, thanks to the inspiration of the Clash's 2010 follow-up.Get involved:⭐️ Leave us a review on your podcast platform - it really helps the show grow! (If you need help: https://rewindclassicmovies.com/how-to-leave-a-podcast-review/)📩 Email: [email protected]🎟️ Want bonus content & early access? Join our Patreon! (https://patreon.com/RewindClassicMovies)Find us in other places:Apple Podcasts: ► https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1788081065?mt=2Spotify: ► https://open.spotify.com/show/5J7Dss7zjd5Df1RKbphn8FAmazon Music: ► https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/1b9c970f-43f6-4d6a-b10f-351e9f0c0431Patreon: ► https://patreon.com/RewindClassicMoviesYouTube: ► https://www.youtube.com/@rewindclassicmoviesInstagram: ► https://www.instagram.com/rewindclassicmoviesFacebook: ► https://www.facebook.com/rewindclassicmoviesTikTok: ► https://www.tiktok.com/@rewindclassicmovies Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

1991 was one hell of a year for movies.In this episode of Fast Forward, GB and AJ count down its ten highest-grossing films - from huge blockbusters and Disney favourites to comedies, thrillers and some films that might surprise you by making the list.But this isn't just a box-office countdown.Along the way, we get into childhood memories of discovering spoof movies, debate whether one of the year's most celebrated films is actually overrated, revisit some very memorable performances, and uncover a few surprising connections between the directors and stars behind these movies.There's also a look at why one particular film became such an important part of the history of Rewind Classic Movies, some unexpected career choices from major Hollywood names, and a discussion about whether the biggest movie of the year was actually the best.And, naturally, GB and AJ get distracted by several completely unrelated pieces of movie trivia along the way.Which films made the biggest money in 1991? Which ones have stood the test of time? And which movie would GB and AJ actually put at number one?You'll have to listen to find out.Next week: It's the Pick of the Patreons as we let them choose what we Rewind - and it's the 1981 version of Clash of the Titans!Get involved:⭐️ Leave us a review on your podcast platform - it really helps the show grow! (If you need help: https://rewindclassicmovies.com/how-to-leave-a-podcast-review/)📩 Email: [email protected]🎟️ Want bonus content & early access? Join our Patreon! (https://patreon.com/RewindClassicMovies)Find us in other places:Apple Podcasts: ► https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1788081065?mt=2Spotify: ► https://open.spotify.com/show/5J7Dss7zjd5Df1RKbphn8FAmazon Music: ► https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/1b9c970f-43f6-4d6a-b10f-351e9f0c0431Patreon: ► https://patreon.com/RewindClassicMoviesYouTube: ► https://www.youtube.com/@rewindclassicmoviesInstagram: ► https://www.instagram.com/rewindclassicmoviesFacebook: ► https://www.facebook.com/rewindclassicmoviesTikTok: ► https://www.tiktok.com/@rewindclassicmovies Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’re heading back to Neverland for Steven Spielberg’s Hook (1991) - a film we both loved as kids, but which hits very differently when you watch it as an adult.Dustin Hoffman gives us one of the great pantomime villains as Captain Hook.But beneath the flying, pirates and imaginary food fights, Hook is surprisingly packed with darker ideas about growing up, parenthood, work, ageing and losing touch with your imagination.And then there’s the weird stuff.We uncover the Michael Jackson Hook musical that almost happened; discover a Star Wars re-write of some dialogue; discuss why Dustin Hoffman and Bob Hoskins apparently played Hook and Smee as a gay couple; and reveal that the original Hook trailer used music from an entirely different movie.We also get into the Lost Boys, Rufio’s surprisingly dark fate, the film’s bizarre mermaid scene, Robin Williams’ improvisation, the cameos you probably missed, the incredible John Williams soundtrack, and the question we couldn’t quite answer: was it all actually a dream?Plus: why did Spielberg later say he was disappointed with Hook, why did critics hate a film audiences still love, and does Hook deserve the reputation it has?So grab your marbles, shout “Bangarang!”, and join us as we return to Neverland.Next week: We Fast Forward to look at the Top 10 Biggest Movies of 1991 and count down the box office smashes from ten to one. But what number is Hook at? Get involved:⭐️ Leave us a review on your podcast platform - it really helps the show grow! (If you need help: https://rewindclassicmovies.com/how-to-leave-a-podcast-review/)📩 Email: [email protected]🎟️ Want bonus content & early access? Join our Patreon! (https://patreon.com/RewindClassicMovies)Find us in other places:Apple Podcasts: ► https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1788081065?mt=2Spotify: ► https://open.spotify.com/show/5J7Dss7zjd5Df1RKbphn8FAmazon Music: ► https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/1b9c970f-43f6-4d6a-b10f-351e9f0c0431Patreon: ► https://patreon.com/RewindClassicMoviesYouTube: ► https://www.youtube.com/@rewindclassicmoviesInstagram: ► https://www.instagram.com/rewindclassicmoviesFacebook: ► https://www.facebook.com/rewindclassicmoviesTikTok: ► https://www.tiktok.com/@rewindclassicmovies Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What makes a movie underrated? Does it have to be obscure, forgotten, critically dismissed or a box-office failure? Or can a hugely successful film simply deserve a little more love?In this special episode of Rewind Classic Movies (due to AJ being trapped on a shipping container. The scheduled Rewind of Hook should hopefully arrive next week), GB digs into films recommended by the Rewind Patreon community - movies that our listeners think deserve to be watched, rewatched or simply remembered.And the definition of “underrated” gets pretty broad.We’ve got Steve Martin, John Malkovich and nuclear war. And a whole lot Moore.Along the way, we ask what “underrated” actually means - and whether a film really needs to be forgotten, unsuccessful or critically maligned to qualify.Because sometimes a film is simply one that someone loves enough to say:“You know what? I really love this one.”And that might be recommendation enough.Huge thanks to our Patreon community for supplying the recommendations and helping make this episode happen.Next week on the main Rewind show - a magical adventure to Neverland for our full review of Hook (1991).Get involved:⭐️ Leave us a review on your podcast platform - it really helps the show grow! (If you need help: https://rewindclassicmovies.com/how-to-leave-a-podcast-review/)📩 Email: [email protected]🎟️ Want bonus content & early access? Join our Patreon! (https://patreon.com/RewindClassicMovies)Find us in other places:Apple Podcasts: ► https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1788081065?mt=2Spotify: ► https://open.spotify.com/show/5J7Dss7zjd5Df1RKbphn8FAmazon Music: ► https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/1b9c970f-43f6-4d6a-b10f-351e9f0c0431Patreon: ► https://patreon.com/RewindClassicMoviesYouTube: ► https://www.youtube.com/@rewindclassicmoviesInstagram: ► https://www.instagram.com/rewindclassicmoviesFacebook: ► https://www.facebook.com/rewindclassicmoviesTikTok: ► https://www.tiktok.com/@rewindclassicmovies Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From unforgettable masterminds to terrifying monsters, cinema has given us no shortage of villains who have stayed with audiences long after the credits rolled.But what separates a truly great movie villain from simply a bad person? Is it intelligence, charisma, menace, or something much harder to define?In this episode of Fast Forward, we follow up our discussion of Batman (1989) by counting down our personal Top 10 greatest movie villains.Along the way we explore the characters who fascinated us, frightened us, made us laugh, and in some cases completely stole the films they appeared in.As always, the conversation takes plenty of unexpected turns, with family picks making the list, honourable mentions causing almost as much debate as the main countdown, and a surprising discussion about whether one famous "villain" is really a villain at all.There are stories from behind the scenes, reflections on legendary performances, and plenty of passionate disagreement along the way.We also reveal a couple of personal milestones as Season 2 approaches its conclusion, making this an especially memorable episode for both of us.And before we wrap up, we reveal where Rewind Classic Movies is heading next ... Next week on the main Rewind show - a magical adventure to Neverland for our full review of Hook (1991).Get involved:⭐️ Leave us a review on your podcast platform - it really helps the show grow! (If you need help: https://rewindclassicmovies.com/how-to-leave-a-podcast-review/)📩 Email: [email protected]🎟️ Want bonus content & early access? Join our Patreon! (https://patreon.com/RewindClassicMovies)Find us in other places:Apple Podcasts: ► https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1788081065?mt=2Spotify: ► https://open.spotify.com/show/5J7Dss7zjd5Df1RKbphn8FAmazon Music: ► https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/1b9c970f-43f6-4d6a-b10f-351e9f0c0431Patreon: ► https://patreon.com/RewindClassicMoviesYouTube: ► https://www.youtube.com/@rewindclassicmoviesInstagram: ► https://www.instagram.com/rewindclassicmoviesFacebook: ► https://www.facebook.com/rewindclassicmoviesTikTok: ► https://www.tiktok.com/@rewindclassicmovies Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.