Shoot The Hostage

Shoot The Hostage Podcast

Shoot The Hostage is a movie podcast hosted by film-obsessed couple. We discuss a different movie each week based on a theme for the season and the seasons are 8 weeks long. read less

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Season Six Preview

Season Six Preview

We are back in just two weeks on May 20th with our brand new season. As Dan chose the theme last time, it's over to Sarah to curate this season's lineup of movies. Season 6 begins two-weeks from today with the first episode all about being trapped in a Cube. Yes, we're talking Vincenzo Natali's 90's sci-fi/horror, Cube and this is a clip from the first 5 minutes of the show. Be sure to join us on May 20th and make sure you never miss a show by clicking the subscribe button in your podcast player. Would you like to see the full lineup for season 6? The only place we announce our schedule is over on Patreon and you don't even need to be a paying member. Just sign up for a free membership and get access to the lineup. But of course, if you do fancy being a paid member on our one and only tier at £3.00 a month, you'll get access to around 60 movie reviews plus all our end of season wrap shows to date. Enjoy the show but can't support us financially? We get it. You could submit a review on the podcast player you're reading this on right now. Or if you listen on Spotify and you haven't given us a five-star rating yet, what are ye waiting for? It's easy. If you've done some or all of that and still want to do more, we would love it if you tell a friend about the show. Or come find us on social media: Instagram | X | TikTok | Threads | YouTube

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We're back with a new season. This time Sarah has chosen the theme and carefully put together the lineup of films we're covering over the next 8 weeks. The first stop in our Trapped season is Vincenzo Natali's Cube (1997.) Listen as we discuss the production, story, performances and why Sting sings like that. Season 6 runs until 8th July 2024. For the full season line-up head over to our Patreon page and become a free member. If you like what you hear, please rate and review us on you podcast player of choice. It can be as easy as rating 5 stars on Spotify and it really helps the podcast get found by like-minded folk. Or come find us on social media: Instagram | X | TikTok | Threads | YouTube

Bonus : The Fall Guy

Bonus : The Fall Guy

It's bonus show time. This week we talk about the Ryan Gosling fronted action comedy, The Fall Guy. Next week we begin our sixth season which Sarah has carefully considered and programmed. This time she's gone for "Trapped" as the season's theme with some very interesting movies in the lineup. We kick of with 1997's Cube so if you haven't seen it and want to listen, go see Jeff about a stream. If you like what you hear, and would like to support us on Patreon, our £3.00 a month tier will get you access to a minimum of 2 reviews of brand new films per month and our end of season wrap shows. Or if you just wanted access to our season schedules ahead of time, you can see these as a free member. Head over to Patreon to find out more. If you're a new listener or if you haven't rated on your podcast player yet, we'd love it if you did. It can be as easy as rating 5 stars on Spotify and it really helps the podcast get found by like-minded folk. or come hang out with us on social media: Instagram | X | TikTok | Threads | YouTube

Season Six Preview

Season Six Preview

We are back in just two weeks on May 20th with our brand new season. As Dan chose the theme last time, it's over to Sarah to curate this season's lineup of movies. Season 6 begins two-weeks from today with the first episode all about being trapped in a Cube. Yes, we're talking Vincenzo Natali's 90's sci-fi/horror, Cube and this is a clip from the first 5 minutes of the show. Be sure to join us on May 20th and make sure you never miss a show by clicking the subscribe button in your podcast player. Would you like to see the full lineup for season 6? The only place we announce our schedule is over on Patreon and you don't even need to be a paying member. Just sign up for a free membership and get access to the lineup. But of course, if you do fancy being a paid member on our one and only tier at £3.00 a month, you'll get access to around 60 movie reviews plus all our end of season wrap shows to date. Enjoy the show but can't support us financially? We get it. You could submit a review on the podcast player you're reading this on right now. Or if you listen on Spotify and you haven't given us a five-star rating yet, what are ye waiting for? It's easy. If you've done some or all of that and still want to do more, we would love it if you tell a friend about the show. Or come find us on social media: Instagram | X | TikTok | Threads | YouTube

Season Five Wrap Show Preview

Season Five Wrap Show Preview

We have reached the end of another season. But before we move on to season 6, we have the small matter of our end of season wrap show to address. This a preview of that show which is available to members of our £3.00 a month Patreon tier. If you would like to keep listening to us while we're on our main feed hols, you could head over there. For £3.00 a month you'll get access to seasons 1-5 wrap shows, a minimum of 2 reviews of brand new movies each month and the knowledge that you are a good person who supports an independent podcast. If you can't sign up for a paid tier and just want access to our season line-ups ahead of time, you can sign up as a free member on Patreon. Next week we're announcing the release schedule for season 6, so be sure to check out the lineup on Patreon. The theme for season 6 is Trapped and the first movie we're taking a look at is Cube (1997.) Thank you to everyone who listens and if you do enjoy the show but can't support us on Patreon, you could pop us a review on your podcast player of choice: Apple | Spotify | Podcast Addict | Player FM | Audible or come find and interact with us on the social medias: Instagram | X | TikTok | Threads | YouTube If we don't see you on Patreon, we hope to see you on the 20th May

Big Trouble in Little China - S05 E40

Big Trouble in Little China - S05 E40

We made it to the end of another season. This episode marks the end of our Neo-Western series and we're ending with a banger (and another film that isn't a Neo-Western.) It's Big Trouble in Little China. And you know what Jack Burton always says at a time like this?! Sure he says "I never drive faster that I can see," but he also says "always listen to Shoot The Hostage." We get into John Carpenter's career, our favourite JC movies and why this one flopped on it's initial release. Plus we run through all of the questions asked by Jack Burton. We are back on May 20th for a brand new season and this time it's Sarah's choice. If you like what you hear, please rate and review us on you podcast player of choice. It can be as easy as rating 5 stars on Spotify and it really helps the podcast get found by like-minded folk. Or come find us on social media: Instagram | X | TikTok | Threads | YouTube

The Warriors - S05 E39

The Warriors - S05 E39

Welcome friends. It's the penultimate episode in our Neo-Western series of movies and this week we have a good ol' chin wag about Walter Hill's The Warriors. We talk about Walter Hill as a filmmaker, the intention behind the movie and of course, the costumes. Plus come and find out which are our favourite and least favourite gangs in this film and why there wasn't a William Shatner gang. Season 5 will run until 22nd April 2024. For the full season line-up head over to our Patreon page and become a free member. If you like what you hear, please rate and review us on you podcast player of choice. It can be as easy as rating 5 stars on Spotify and it really helps the podcast get found by like-minded folk. Or come find us on social media: Instagram | X | TikTok | Threads | YouTube

Near Dark - S05 E38

Near Dark - S05 E38

It's episode 6 of 8 in our Neo-Western season and this week we get our teeth stuck into Kathryn Bigelow's 1987 horror, vampire, western, romance Near Dark. Surprisingly, this is the first vampire movie we've covered on the show and it's also the first Lance Henriksen film we've spoken about. It will not be the last of either of those things. We get into why Bill Paxton was so great IN EVERYTHING, the Terminator and Aliens connections, subverting the vampire genre and why is Homer. Season 5 will run until 22nd April 2024. For the full season line-up head over to our Patreon page and become a free member. If you like what you hear, please rate and review us on you podcast player of choice. It can be as easy as rating 5 stars on Spotify and it really helps the podcast get found by like-minded folk. Or come find us on social media: Instagram | X | TikTok | Threads | YouTube

Waterworld - S05 E37

Waterworld - S05 E37

Welcome to another edition of our Neo-Western season. This week we take a deep-dive into Waterworld. Once again we are joined by a host of the Just The Thing podcast. Joel Jessup joins us to talk about the questionable ethics of The Mariner, Kevin Costner's ego, a proposed alternative outcome to the bungee scene and anything (everything) else. Season 5 will run until 22nd April 2024. For the full season line-up head over to our Patreon page and become a free member. If you like what you hear, please rate and review us on you podcast player of choice. It can be as easy as rating 5 stars on Spotify and it really helps the podcast get found by like-minded folk. Or come find us on social media: Instagram | X | TikTok | Threads | YouTube

The Way of the Gun - S05 E36

The Way of the Gun - S05 E36

Episode four of Neo Western season sees us joined by Chris Regan of the awesome Just The Thing podcast. We chat about the 2000 action-thriller oddity Way Of The Gun. Amongst the topics of conversation this week are the absolutely stacked star cast, how we feel about the rampant bigotry in the context of the film, and Christopher McQuarrie's career. Season 5 will run until 22nd April 2024. For the full season line-up head over to our Patreon page and become a free member. If you like what you hear, please rate and review us on you podcast player of choice. It can be as easy as rating 5 stars on Spotify and it really helps the podcast get found by like-minded folk. Or come find us on social media: Instagram | X | TikTok | Threads | YouTube

Tremors - S05 E35

Tremors - S05 E35

Our third episode in Neo Western season sees us go to Perfection, Nevada to catch up with Earl and Val for a deep burrow into 1990's Tremors. Is it a Western? Well, that's debatable, but hearing Dan justify its inclusion is certainly interesting! We chat about the cast and crew, including Fred Ward, Kevin Bacon and Michael Gross, and we also give our thoughts on how we'd cast our imaginary reboot. Enjoy! Season 5 will run until 22nd April 2024. For the full season line-up head over to our Patreon page and become a free member. If you like what you hear, please rate and review us on you podcast player of choice. It can be as easy as rating 5 stars on Spotify and it really helps the podcast get found by like-minded folk. Or come find us on social media: Instagram | X | TikTok | Threads | YouTube

Wind River - S05 E34

Wind River - S05 E34

In this episode, we venture into the chilling, snow-covered landscape of Taylor Sheridan's Wind River. We cover everything from Jeremy Renner and Elizabeth Olson's screen history, to just why this film is so important in addressing some of the real life issues that indigenous people face. We dive into the film's coverage of violence, grief, and the harsh realities of life in isolated, rural America. We also chat a bit about the other films that make up the American Frontier trilogy and whether enacting your own justice is ever really worth it! Season 5 will run until 22nd April 2024. For the full season line-up head over to our Patreon page and become a free member. If you like what you hear, please rate and review us on you podcast player of choice. It can be as easy as rating 5 stars on Spotify and it really helps the podcast get found by like-minded folk. Or come find us on social media: Instagram | X | TikTok | Threads | YouTube

Logan - S05 E33

Logan - S05 E33

Join us as we delve into the comic book world of James Mangold's Logan, for one last Wolverine hurrah (but not really). In the first episode of our Neo Western season, we take you on an emotional journey through the gritty landscape of the 2017 film, as well as discovering exactly what makes a Neo Western. We're breaking down the film's themes of family, sacrifice, and finding your people, along with a full critique of the movie, and some chat about Hugh Jackman, Patrick Stewart, Dafne Keen, & more. What makes this film stand out in a saturated comic book market, and what do The X Men mean to us? Listen to find out. Season 5 will run until 22nd April 2024. For the full season line-up head over to our Patreon page and become a free member. If you like what you hear, please rate and review us on you podcast player of choice. It can be as easy as rating 5 stars on Spotify and it really helps the podcast get found by like-minded folk. Or come find us on social media: Instagram | X | TikTok | Threads | YouTube

Bonus : Madame Web

Bonus : Madame Web

Welcome listeners both new and old. We hope you enjoy our thoughts on Madame Web. Next week we begin our fifth season which is all about Neo-Western movies. On March 4th we kick things off with our first in the 8 episode run with Logan. If you like what you hear, and would like to support us on Patreon, our £3.00 a month tier will get you access to a minimum of 2 reviews of brand new films per month and our end of season wrap shows. Or if you just wanted access to our season schedules ahead of time, you can see these as a free member. Head over to Patreon to find out more. If you're a new listener or if you haven't rated on your podcast player yet, we'd love it if you did. It can be as easy as rating 5 stars on Spotify and it really helps the podcast get found by like-minded folk. or come hang out with us on social media: Instagram | X | TikTok | Threads | YouTube

Season Five Preview

Season Five Preview

Hey friends. In just 2 weeks, we begin our fifth season which is all about Neo-Western movies. If this sounds like your jam you will be pleased to know that season 5 begins on March 4th and we would love it if you join us for that. If you would like to keep listening to us while we're on our break, you can catch us on Patreon and sign up for free to see what it's all about. Our £3.00 a month tier will get you access to a minimum of 2 reviews of brand new films and our end of season wrap shows. Or if you just wanted access to our season schedules, you can see these as a free member. Head over to Patreon to find out more. If you like what you hear, please rate and review us on you podcast player of choice. It can be as easy as rating 5 stars on Spotify and it really helps the podcast get found by like-minded folk. or come find us on social media: Instagram | X | TikTok | Threads | YouTube

Season Four Wrap Show Preview

Season Four Wrap Show Preview

We have reached the end of another season. But before we move on to season 5, we have the small matter of our end of season wrap show to address. This a preview of that show which is available to members of our £3.00 a month Patreon tier. If you would like to keep listening to us while we're on our main feed hols, you could head over there. For £3.00 a month you'll get access to seasons 1-4 wrap shows, a minimum of 2 reviews of brand new movies each month and the knowledge that you are a good person who supports an independent podcast. If you can't sign up for a paid tier and just want access to our season line-ups ahead of time, you can sign up as a free member on Patreon. Next week we're announcing the release schedule for season 5. The theme for season 5 is Neo-Western and the first movie we're taking a look at is Logan and I cannot tell you how excited we are to talk about that one. Thank you to everyone who listens and if you do enjoy the show but can't support us on Patreon, you could pop us a review on your podcast player of choice: Apple | Spotify | Podcast Addict | Player FM | Audible or come find and interact with us on the social medias: Instagram | X | TikTok | Threads | YouTube If we don't see you on Patreon, we'll see you on the 4th March.

The Blair Witch Project (1999) - S04 E32

The Blair Witch Project (1999) - S04 E32

We made it to the end of our folklore themed season of movies. This week we get a little help from Jamie of Final Transmission Podcast to dissect The Blair Witch Project (1999.) We will be back for season 5 on March 4th with a brand new theme and this time, it's Dan's turn to choose. If you would like to keep listening to us while we prepare season 5, head over to Patreon where you can access end of season wrap shows (look out for our season 4 wrap show dropping Monday 8th Feb) and a minimum of 2 reviews of brand new movies every month. If you sign up as a free member you can see our release schedule ahead of time. If you like what you hear, please rate and review us on you podcast player of choice. It can be as easy as rating 5 stars on Spotify and it really helps the podcast get found by like-minded folk. or come find us on social media: Instagram | X | TikTok | Threads | YouTube

The Green Knight - S04 E31

The Green Knight - S04 E31

It's the penultimate episode of our folklore season and completely by accident, we've scheduled another 2021 movie. This week we chat all things The Green Knight. We discuss A24 and connections to The VVitch. We ponder what the point of the Fox was and hope that not all the characters were Gawain's Mother. Season 4 will run until 5th Feb 2024. For the full season line-up head over to our Patreon page and become a free member. If you like what you hear, please rate and review us on you podcast player of choice. It can be as easy as rating 5 stars on Spotify and it really helps the podcast get found by like-minded folk. or come find us on social media: Instagram | X | TikTok | Threads | YouTube

Candyman (2021) - S04 E30

Candyman (2021) - S04 E30

It's still folklore season here at Shoot The Hostage and we are so happy to be chatting about this one. This week we turn to the most recent entry in the Candyman saga with Nia DaCosta's 2021 film. We discuss Clive Barker's original work, the original 1992 movie, how Yahya Abdul-Mateen's broad shoulders. Season 4 will run until 5th Feb 2024. For the full season line-up head over to our Patreon page and become a free member. If you like what you hear, please rate and review us on you podcast player of choice. It can be as easy as rating 5 stars on Spotify and it really helps the podcast get found by like-minded folk. or come find us on social media: Instagram | X | TikTok | Threads | YouTube

Onibaba - S04 E29

Onibaba - S04 E29

We are continuing our folklore season and this time it's a rare first time watch for both of us as we talk Kaneto Shindo's 1964 film, Onibaba. Or Oni..ba.ba.ba as per Sarah's earworm. We discuss how old was considered old for a human in feudal Japan, Hannya masks and the usual loosely connected tangents. Season 4 will run until 5th Feb 2024. For the full season line-up head over to our Patreon page and become a free member. If you like what you hear, please rate and review us on you podcast player of choice. It can be as easy as rating 5 stars on Spotify and it really helps the podcast get found by like-minded folk. or come find us on social media: Instagram | X | TikTok | Threads | YouTube

Freeway - S04 E28

Freeway - S04 E28

We're back for another adaptation of a folktale as we turn our attention to The Little Red Riding Hood with Matthew Bright’s 1996 movie, Freeway. Season 4 will run until 5th Feb 2024. For the full season line-up head over to our Patreon page and become a free member. If you like what you hear, please rate and review us on you podcast player of choice. It can be as easy as rating 5 stars on Spotify and it really helps the podcast get found by like-minded folk. or come find us on social media: Instagram | X | TikTok | Threads | YouTube