Films To Be Buried With with Brett Goldstein

Rhys James – Judgement Day! • #325

Nov 13, 2024

Rhys James, a comedian and writer known for his work on Mock the Week, joins to discuss the hilarities and challenges of creating his new stand-up special. He shares quirky anecdotes about performing with kids and the unique chaos that ensues. Rhys hilariously recounts disastrous cinema experiences and debates the merits of children's snacks like Dairy Lee cheese. They dive into the emotional resonance of films, exploring how these cinematic moments shape our perceptions of love and loss. It’s a delightful mix of humor and heart!

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Quick takeaways

Rhys James shares insights on the promotional challenges faced while releasing his new comedy special, highlighting the often arduous sales tactics involved.

The podcast humorously explores the influence of childhood experiences on adulthood, with anecdotes about shows featuring naughty kids and the notion of 'cool uncle' gifts.

Delving into existential themes, the discussion humorously addresses the nature of human connections, as demonstrated by big guy hugs and heartfelt interactions.

Deep dives

Exploration of the Bene Gesserit Sisterhood

The series delves into the origins of the Bene Gesserit sisterhood, portraying their complexities and motivations in a setting 10,000 years before the events of Frank Herbert's original Dune novel. It emphasizes their training, political intrigue, and the lengths they go to in order to influence the future of humanity. The sisterhood's use of manipulation and strategy signifies a deep understanding of human nature as they navigate a patriarchal society. This origin story adds layers to their character, enabling viewers to see them not just as a powerful group but as individuals with their own goals and challenges.

Intro

3min

Judgment Day: A Unique Evaluation of Life Through Film

3min

Adventures with Kids: From Lego Creations to Wild Woods

2min

Cheesy Confessions and Comedy Specials

5min

Comedy Special Challenges

11min

Embracing Roles and Holistic Beauty

4min

Disastrous Dates and Cinematic Dreams

10min

Promotional Highlights – Entertainment and Health

3min

Exploring Emotional Resonance in Film

20min

10.

Promotional Highlights and Special Recommendations

5min

LOOK OUT! It’s only Films To Be Buried With!

Join your host Brett Goldstein as he talks life, death, love and the universe AGAIN (only this time under much more intense existential circumstances) with the fabulous comic RHYS JAMES! JUDGEMENT DAY!

The future of young Rhys hangs in the balance, upon scales held by Brett, in this heavyweight episode and return of Rhys! Thankfully of course it's a joyful and fun one (naturally) and a pleasure to have him back in full force on here - as always, much ground is covered, among which you can expect to hear about his new special and the arduous sales tactics constructed for it, doing a show with naughty kids, soft cheese spreads, cool uncle presents, awful cinema etiquette, big guy hugs, spider wrestling and being a sensitive poem boy. A LOT GOING ON. By the end of it, we also find out Rhys' destiny in the heavens / hells. ENJOY!

Video and extra audio available on Brett's Patreon!

SPILT MILK (new special)

INSTAGRAM

ONLINE

MOCK THE WEEK

BRETT • X

BRETT • INSTAGRAM

TED LASSO

SHRINKING

SOULMATES

SUPERBOB (Brett's 2015 feature film)

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