This week on Crouch Cinema Corner, we saddle up for a heartfelt ride through War Horse, Steven Spielberg’s sweeping 2011 tale of friendship, war, and, of course, a very noble steed named Joey. As part of our Summer of Spielberg spectacular, we leave the ocean of Jaws behind and gallop full speed into the muddy trenches of World War I.Our signature Spielberg categories return, including:A Dysfunctional Spielberg Moment involving dueling trench calls and a near-tragic shotgun standoff.A Notable Shot that goes full Kaminski with angelic backlighting and field-drenched cavalry charges.A John Williams Moment that features both sweeping flute nostalgia and a trumpet cue so solemn it loops all the way back to funny.We also dig into how War Horse channels the golden age of Technicolor filmmaking, with vintage visual flair and an emotionally earnest score that takes more than a little inspiration from classic English composers. Join us for this cinematic trot through Spielberg’s ode to animal loyalty, rolling green hills, and the magic of melodrama.
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EPISODE 17: JAWS
We're gonna need a longer podcast!This week on Crouch Cinema Corner, we're diving into the deep end with the ultimate summer blockbuster: Jaws! To kick off our Summer of Spielberg series, we revisit the 1975 classic that scared a generation out of the water and changed the movie industry forever.We skip the behind-the-scenes lore and go straight into the movie itself, starting with our signature Spielberg-themed categories. Peter picks a perfect dysfunctional Spielberg moment inside Quint's shack, we both accidentally choose the same delightfully odd John Williams cue, and we marvel at a brilliantly framed zoom shot that sets up the entire third act.We also get into what makes Jaws such a masterclass in character-driven storytelling. From Brody’s land-loving anxiety to Hooper’s nerdy confidence to Quint’s sea-shanty bravado, the magic of the film lies in the trio’s chemistry as much as it does in that ominous fin cutting through the surf.Along the way, we compare Jaws to Jurassic Park, talk about childhood fears of invertebrates, debate the effectiveness of the infamous scar scene, and celebrate the unsung heroes of Spielberg’s early storytelling instincts.
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EPISODE 16: THE LIFE OF CHUCK
This week on Crouch Cinema Corner, we get introspective with The Life of Chuck (2025), Mike Flanagan’s quietly ambitious, emotionally-layered adaptation of a Stephen King short story from If It Bleeds. Reverse storytelling? Check. Existential dread? Absolutely. Tap dancing in the middle of an apocalypse? Why not!We dive into the film’s unique structure, and how that bold format either totally works or leaves you craving just one more beat. Along the way, we celebrate standout performances, plus a beautiful ambient score by The Newton Brothers that made us feel things (especially during that morgue walk-and-talk). We explore how Chuck fits into the King-Flanagan cinematic universe and why this one might not have found its audience yet.This episode is a heartfelt and hopeful reflection on life, death, and dancing through the weirdness in between. Come for the stars going out, stay for the deep thoughts.✨
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EPISODE 15: NOSFERATU (2024)
This week on Crouch Cinema Corner, we sink our teeth into Robert Eggers’ Nosferatu (2024)—a chilling, beautifully shot reimagining of the silent horror classic. We turned out the lights, turned up the volume, and leaned into the shadows for a film that’s all haunting visuals, gothic romance, and delightfully spooky vibes.We gush over the film’s masterful use of lighting (yes, you can see what’s happening in the dark!), its eerie square framing, and Eggers’ signature obsession with eyes, thresholds, and creepy folklore. From the fog-drenched streets to a hypnotic castle candlelight scene, the atmosphere is thick and deliciously dreadful.We also dive into the cast: Nicholas Hoult’s wide-eyed, increasingly doomed performance, Lily-Rose Depp’s unexpectedly riveting possession scene, and the always-welcome Willem Dafoe as a deranged pipe-smoking psychiatrist. With shadowy hands creeping across cities, occult shrines tucked into every frame, and one of the most unforgettable final scenes we’ve seen this year, Nosferatu might not be subtle—but it sure leaves a mark.
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EPISODE 14: THE GRAND BUDAPEST HOTEL
In this week’s episode, we check in to The Grand Budapest Hotel (2014) and unpack one of Wes Anderson’s most celebrated and stylish films. From the film’s impressive Oscar run to its uniquely vibrant visual language, we explore why this one struck such a chord with both critics and audiences. Was it the storybook aesthetic? The perfectly controlled chaos? Or Ralph Fiennes’ career-defining comic turn as M. Gustave?We dive into Anderson’s layered storytelling—from the graveyard to Zero’s memories—and how it all serves a deeper theme of nostalgia, memory, and the art of storytelling itself. We also geek out over aspect ratios, I Spy-style set design, and the delicate balance Anderson strikes between auteur vision and audience delight.Expect sibling banter, some bemused eyebrow analysis, and a spirited debate about whether Grand Budapest is Anderson’s true masterpiece—or just his most crowd-pleasing confection. And of course, we try to guess each other’s star ratings. All this and more on Crouch Cinema Corner—your weekly film fix with a brotherly twist. 🛎️🍰🎞️
Get ready for musings and thoughts on a variety of movies, as two Canadian film enthusiasts, The Crouch Brothers, discuss films of all eras, and try to get inside each other's minds.
Spoilers in every episode.
Hosts: Peter & Tim Crouch
Original music by: Peter Crouch
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