Kermode & Mayo’s Take Alien: Romulus – Mess or Masterpiece?
Aug 15, 2024
Sanjeev Bhaskar, a talented actor and comedian, brings his humor and insights as a guest host. They dive into various fascinating films, including the neo-noir 'Only the River Flows', with its haunting themes and unique atmosphere. Sanjeev shares his thoughts on the immersive ballet documentary 'Swan Song', highlighting its cultural significance. The duo also tackles the much-debated 'Alien: Romulus', weighing its practical effects against plot shortcomings, sparking a lively discussion on its overall impact in the franchise.
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Goodness Gracious Me Sketch Memory
- Sanjeev Bhaskar recounts performing the English-sketch 'Going For An English' on Goodness Gracious Me.
- He connects that early sketch to his lifelong love of cinema and comedy.
Mambo Kurt Disrupts A Train Ride
- Sanjeev and Mark texted about cover-version music that disrupted Mark's evening train journey.
- The exchange led Mark to listen extensively to Mambo Kurt while heading to Penzance.
Procedural Becomes Philosophical
- Only the River Flows transforms a police procedural into an existential meditation on destiny and obsession.
- Mark Kermode found its Hallucinatory, Twin Peaks–like atmosphere deeply effective and visually arresting.
