Ben and Steve's Video Store

• Bonus Episode Seven: William Peter Blatty's Faith Trilogy, Part Three: The Exorcist III/Legion

  In this special bonus episode of Ben and Steve's video store, Steve Clark and Ben Sawyer conclude their deep dive into William Peter Blatty's Faith Trilogy with a detailed discussion of The Exorcist III: Legion. The episode begins with a captivating introduction to the 1990 film, touching on its origins, plot, and key themes. The hosts explore Blatty's nuanced take on good, evil, and faith, and provide insights into the creative and production challenges, including studio interference and the casting choices of Jason Miller and Brad Dourif. They also examine changes made during reshoots, the film's mixed initial reception, and how it has gained appreciation over the years. The episode discusses the enduring impact of Blatty's work on modern psychological horror. This engaging analysis is a must-listen for fans of the trilogy and the horror genre. 00:00 Introduction to The Exorcist III 00:33 Welcome to Ben and Steve's Video Store 02:47 Discussing The Exorcist III 04:02 Personal Experiences with The Exorcist III 09:01 Behind the Scenes and Production Insights 22:43 The Relationship Between Kinderman and Father Dyer 37:42 Casting Choices and Performances 41:46 Nods to The Exorcist and Character Analysis 42:13 The Significance of the Letter 'K' 43:11 Deleted Prologue and Documentary Insights 43:48 Eerie Scenes and Jump Scares 44:26 The Laugh and Its Implications 46:19 Kinderman's Investigation and Theories 49:46 Theatrical vs. Legion Cut 52:55 Gemini Killer's Monologues and Possessions 01:05:57 Dr. Temple and The Hanged Man Motif 01:17:07 Themes of Faith and Belief 01:20:45 Debating the Exorcism Scene 01:22:19 The Argument of Faith in the Trilogy 01:23:50 Kinderman's Struggle and Faith 01:24:33 Theological Themes and Lucifer's Role 01:25:28 The Big Bang and Human Struggle 01:25:43 The Exorcist Movies and Free Will 01:28:27 Marketing and Misrepresentation 01:32:15 The Ending of Exorcist III 01:32:19 The Exorcism Sequence 01:49:12 Final Thoughts and Reflections You can find/contact the show in the following ways: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BenStevesVideoStore/?modal=admin_todo_tour Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benandstevesvideostore/?hl=en Threads: https://threads.net/t/@benandstevesvideostore You can email the show at [email protected] if you have any suggestions for future Disturbed Ward entries, or Bargain Bin of the month choices. If you want to track how many movies you've seen that we've been talking about since we opened the store, check out the show's Letterboxd list on Steve's page: https://letterboxd.com/spclark14/list/ben-steves-video-store/ Please leave us a 5-star review on your pod platform of choice to help our store find more customers, we do appreciate it! We'll be opening again very soon, but please remember to return your rentals and make sure your tapes are rewound, or you will be fined. Please note that we do not intend copyright infringement in any part of this podcast, it is purely for entertainment purposes. This episode was edited by the team at PodVox Studios, a business that offers podcast editing, video editing and voiceovers for businesses, brands and content creators. Check out https://podvoxstudios.com/ for more details.

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• James Bond Ranked! Part 2

  In this episode of Ben and Steve's Video Store, lifelong movie geeks Ben and Steve complete their James Bond ranking, covering all 25 Eon-produced James Bond films. They discuss each film, providing insights, favourite moments, and some behind-the-scenes trivia. Highlights include the interesting backstories of different Bond movies, standout performances, and personal anecdotes. They delve into why some films soared while others fell short. This episode is part three of their James Bond special, marking a detailed journey through the iconic spy franchise from 'Dr. No' to 'No Time To Die'.  SPOILERS for our countdown with the below timestamps: 00:00 Welcome to Ben and Steve's Video Store 01:04 Catching Up on Bond Movies 01:33 Ranking the Bond Films 05:38 Recap of Rankings 25 to 11 07:13 Top 10 Bond Films: Starting with Dr. No 17:50 License to Kill: A Deeper Dive 25:50 The Brutality and Realism of License to Kill 33:26 The Spy Who Loved Me: Next on the List 34:30 The Bond Franchise at a Crossroads 35:23 Rejuvenating Bond: The Big Budget Gamble 36:29 The Spy Who Loved Me: A Detailed Breakdown 37:13 Iconic Moments and Critiques 38:22 Ranking and Personal Reflections 42:02 Goldfinger: The Quintessential Bond Film 54:13 For Your Eyes Only: A Return to Seriousness 01:05:31 Tomorrow Never Dies: Brosnan's Confident Return 01:09:48 Elliot Carver's Scheme and Villains 01:10:53 Bond's Allies and Chemistry 01:11:37 Iconic Scenes and Action Sequences 01:12:14 Ben's Thoughts on 'Tomorrow Never Dies' 01:12:25 Discussion on Bond Villains and Plot 01:14:35 Memorable Bond Moments and Music 01:15:26 Casting Choices and Performances 01:16:35 Final Thoughts on 'Tomorrow Never Dies' 01:17:48 Ranking Bond Films: From Russia with Love 01:29:40 Ranking Bond Films: The Living Daylights 01:35:42 Ranking Bond Films: On Her Majesty's Secret Service 01:44:20 Critique of Bond's Humour and Opening Scene 01:44:50 Diana Rigg's Performance as a Bond Girl 01:45:39 The Tragic Ending and Bond's Harsh Lesson 01:46:15 George Lazenby's Departure and Legacy 01:48:53 American Reception and Re-edits 01:49:28 Re-evaluation of 'On Her Majesty's Secret Service' 01:59:25 Countdown of Bond Films 02:01:58 Casino Royale: The Best Bond Film 02:07:50 Daniel Craig's Casting and Performance 02:18:20 Final Thoughts and Farewell You can find/contact the show in the following ways: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BenStevesVideoStore/?modal=admin_todo_tour Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benandstevesvideostore/?hl=en Threads: https://threads.net/t/@benandstevesvideostore You can email the show at [email protected] if you have any suggestions for future Disturbed Ward entries, or Bargain Bin of the month choices. If you want to track how many movies you've seen that we've been talking about since we opened the store, check out the show's Letterboxd list on Steve's page: https://letterboxd.com/spclark14/list/ben-steves-video-store/ Please leave us a 5-star review on your pod platform of choice to help our store find more customers, we do appreciate it! We'll be opening again very soon, but please remember to return your rentals and make sure your tapes are rewound, or you will be fined. Please note that we do not intend copyright infringement in any part of this podcast, it is purely for entertainment purposes.

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• Jaws The Revenge Commentary

  Ben & Steve's Video Store has opened again. After our last episode, where we did a commentary for Jaws on its 50th Anniversary, we are going from the sublime to the ridiculous. Strap yourself in for a commentary for Jaws The Revenge! Either watch the film and follow along as we take you through this much maligned fourth entry in the Jaws franchise or listen to us a normal pod! Expect lots of bad Michael Caine and Bruce Forsyth impressions. It's much like a regular episode really. You can find/contact the show in the following ways: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BenStevesVideoStore/?modal=admin_todo_tour Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benandstevesvideostore/?hl=en Threads: https://threads.net/t/@benandstevesvideostore You can email the show at [email protected] if you have any suggestions for future Disturbed Ward entries, or Bargain Bin of the month choices. If you want to track how many movies you've seen that we've been talking about since we opened the store, check out the show's Letterboxd list on Steve's page: https://letterboxd.com/spclark14/list/ben-steves-video-store/ Please leave us a 5-star review on your pod platform of choice to help our store find more customers, we do appreciate it! We'll be opening again very soon, but please remember to return your rentals and make sure your tapes are rewound, or you will be fined. Please note that we do not intend copyright infringement in any part of this podcast, it is purely for entertainment purposes.

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• Jaws: 50th Anniversary Commentary

  Ben and Steve's Video Store has opened for a special episode. To celebrate the 50th Anniversary of our favourite film of all time, Ben and Steve sat together in the same room (a podcast first) to record a commentary of Jaws. Feel free to pop the movie on and listen to us talk over it, JawsSplaining away, with added Bruce Forsyth impressions. Or you can just listen to it as a normal episode, it's your choice! We'll be back soon with another Jaws commentary, where this time it's personal. Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BenStevesVideoStore/?modal=admin_todo_tour Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benandstevesvideostore/?hl=en Threads: https://threads.net/t/@benandstevesvideostore You can email the show at [email protected] if you have any suggestions for future Disturbed Ward entries, or Bargain Bin of the month choices. If you want to track how many movies you've seen that we've been talking about since we opened the store, check out the show's Letterboxd list on Steve's page: https://letterboxd.com/spclark14/list/ben-steves-video-store/ Please leave us a 5-star review on your pod platform of choice to help our store find more customers, we do appreciate it! Please note that we do not intend copyright infringement in any part of this podcast, it is purely for entertainment purposes.

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• James Bond Ranked! Part 1

  Ben & Steve's Video Store has opened again. It's the second of our three-part 007 James Bond special, as we start to rank the official Eon released James Bond movies. In this episode we are ranking spots 25-11 in the countdown You may be surprised at some of the choices we make! Find out why Ben and Steve are lovely, with great personalities but nobody wants to kiss us. You can find/contact the show in the following ways: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BenStevesVideoStore/?modal=admin_todo_tour Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benandstevesvideostore/?hl=en Threads: https://threads.net/t/@benandstevesvideostore You can email the show at [email protected] if you have any suggestions for future Disturbed Ward entries, or Bargain Bin of the month choices. If you want to track how many movies you've seen that we've been talking about since we opened the store, check out the show's Letterboxd list on Steve's page: https://letterboxd.com/spclark14/list/ben-steves-video-store/ Please leave us a 5-star review on your pod platform of choice to help our store find more customers, we do appreciate it! We'll be opening again very soon where we'll be completing our James Bond ranking and counting down from 10-1. Please return your rentals by then and make sure your tapes are rewound, or you will be fined. Please note that we do not intend copyright infringement in any part of this podcast, it is purely for entertainment purposes.

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