Countdown #508

Novels. Graphic novels. Comics. Non-fiction books. Fantasy. Self-Help. Horror. Superhero. All types of books and genres are in play as the lads attempt to quantify the unquantifiable and countdown the very best books they both have read through to this point in their lives.

And you could not hope for more different lists. Prepare yourself for an episode without much in the way of outrage, derision, snorts of disbelief, or rueful chuckles at what might have been, as Wayne has read only two on Paul's list and Paul has read none of what Wayne is putting out there.

So get ready to add to your TBR Pile, as The Countdown stutters but resumes!

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Wayne has been to TWO advanced screening - kicking Paul to the curb (who may or may not have been busy) in the process - and now he fronts up to tell you, dear listener, which (if either) of One Battle After Another and a A Big Bold Beautiful Journey are worth your time and hard-earned...

Will Margot Robbie count for more than Leo and PTA combined? Or does the rest of the critical world have it right and is One Battle the film you should be prioritising for your next night out? (Unless, of course, it's a first date, as the boys will again tell you during this recording.)

Find out as The Countdown returns with a new episode!

Time Stamps:

One Battle After Another NON-SPOILER Review: 0:00 - 10:50

A Big Bold Beautiful Journey NON-SPOILER Review: 10:50 - 18:46

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Countdown #507

It's been too long between countdowns, so the lads are back with almost 20 mini-film reviews with their latest Top 10 Last episode. 

There are crossovers, disagreements, banter and bad language aplenty as Wayne and Paul count down of their most recent watches, from worst to best, letting you know where you should start watching their list along the way.

In other words, The Countdown still has a hearty beat! Find its pulse by hitting that download button...

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Frank Drebin (Junior) is back in The Naked Gun sequel/reboot/requel. And this time he's played by Liam Neeson. Can he crack the case involving the Elon-Musk type Danny Huston? And are Liam and Pamela Anderson really in love?

But most importantly, is the film funny?

Find out by pressing that play button ...

Time Stamps:

The Naked Gun NON-SPOILER Review: 0:00 - 10:58

The Naked Gun SPOILER-FILLED Discussion: 10:58 - 19:46

Final Scores and Thoughts Including Potential Spoilers: 19:46 - 20:11

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Where's the colon??

The Jurassic Park franchise is back and after dinosaurs were let loose to spread across the earth, what more can the franchise offer viewers?

The answer is to go back to the beginning formula and hope nobody notices!

But almost 32 years later, can Universal once again stuff lightning in a bottle? Or without Steven Spielberg and Jeff Goldblum is this one DOA?

Find out by pressing that play button ...

Time Stamps:

Jurassic Park Rebirth NON-SPOILER Review: 0:00 - 15:18

Jurassic Park Rebirth SPOILER-FILLED Discussion: 15:18 - 23:41

Final Scores and Thoughts Including Potential Spoilers: 23:41 - 24:57

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It's time for Wayne's most anticipated film of the year!

With James Gunn in the driver's seat, can his vision of Superman possibly live up to Wayne's expectations?

And what about Paul? How will he go with this ultra comic-booky, positive version of Superman?

The results may surprise you!

Time Stamps:

Superman NON-SPOILER Review: 0:00 - 18:05

Superman SPOILER-FILLED Discussion: 18:05 - 29:12

Final Scores and Thoughts Including Potential Spoilers: 29:12 - 32:17

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Wayne is a massive wuss and leaves Paul to check out the third film in the 28 Film franchise all on his own.

Will Paul be consumed by the rage virus? Does Wayne stand a chance against 28 inches?

There's only one way to find out as Danny Boyle and Alex Garland return to resurrect this franchise from the dead. (They're NOT zombies, damnit!)

Time Stamps:

28 Years Later NON-SPOILER Review: 0:00 - 8:12

28 Years Later SPOILER-FILLED Discussion: 8:12 - 15:05

Final Scores and Thoughts Including Potential Spoilers: 15:05 - 15:52

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Ready for your Pitt stop? (Wayne's joke: full credit.)

Racing! Brad Pitt! Joseph Kosinksi! 200 million dollars!

Do you need any more reasons to check out this very early review with thanks Warner Brothers Pictures Australia? We didn't think so.

Time Stamps:

F1 NON-SPOILER Review: 0:00 - 12:45

F1 SPOILER-FILLED Discussion: 15:43 - 21:02

Final Scores and Thoughts Including Potential Spoilers: 21:02 - 22:45

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Countdown #506

To mark the almost half way mark of the year, Paul and Wayne get together to rank and rate the ten TV seasons they've been consuming in 2025. Counting down (cause that's the name of the show) from worst to best, the lads will attempt to warn you off anything poor they've laboured through, before highlighting the shows that are absolute worth your precious time.

So smash that play button and ready yourself for the usual questionable takes, non-subtle banter and shrill laughter, because The Countdown is back (for this month's longer episode)!

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Two for the price of one this week as the boys check out a film everyone would expect them to (Ballerina) as well as one nobody would think would be their jam (The Phoenician Scheme). Are those assumptions correct or are their some surprisesn in store?

Find out but hitting that play button on this ep!

Time Stamps:

Ballerina NON-SPOILER Review: 0:00 - 9:00

Ballerina SPOILER-FILLED Discussion: 9:00 - 20:05

The Phoenician Scheme NON-SPOILER Review: 20:05 - 29:57

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Countdown #505

Aka the Top 10 Gateway Horror Films episode!

Do you have a friend who refuses to watch horror films even though you know there are many great films in that genre? Or perhaps you have a child or a niece or nephew who is just getting to that age where they're developing an interest in horror films? Maybe you want to introduce your significant other to this most awesome genre, but aren't sure where to start because you don't want to be over-eager and blow it with something too full on? Or perhaps you're just a massive wuss like Wayne and are ready to challenge yourself with some slightly more frightening or gory films?

Well, the boys have just the episode for you. And it's a classic in every sense as Paul and Wayne come at their lists in polar opposite directions, but regardless, will guide you on what to watch when it comes to gateway horror films!

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