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Ready For Close-UpReady For Close-UpEpisode #31 - Our Best of 2022 Lists!With the new year just having started, it's mandatory for Andy and Sam to look back and compare our respective Best Movies of 2022 lists. Even though they overlap in parts and divert at times considerably, we agree on one thing in particular: The past year had fewer moments of complete cinematic indulgence, where we felt movies had truly swept us off our feet and lingered with us for days afterwards. Still, there were highlights, strangely enough many of them dealing with islands (The Menu, Glass Onion, Fire Island) and superpowers (The Batman, Wakanda Forever, Everything Everywhere All At Once...2023-01-0752 minReady For Close-UpReady For Close-UpEpisode #30- Back with Our Fall (P)Review!It's been a long summer travelling between Mexico City and Hollywood for Andy and the most scenic locations of southern Europe for Sam but we're back with a myriad of cinematic impressions, including some fresh theatrical releases: Universal's first mainstream LGBTQ+ romantic comedy Bros and the newest entry into the Marvel Universe, Wakanda Forever, have us both laughing and in tears - and mostly at the intended moments. Our reviews are imbued with gratitude and excitement for well-written and well-judged new releases and our preview is brimming with excitement for some of the highlights coming out this winter: from...2022-11-2146 minReady For Close-UpReady For Close-UpEpisode #29 - Cinema exhibited! Do movie museums work?After a quick review of fresh content they have seen over the summer, Andy and Sam talk about recent movie-related exhibitions they have seen: the brand-new Oscar Academy Museum in Los Angeles and the Fellini exhibition at Zurich's Kunsthaus. From these impressions, they discuss what makes an inspiring and worthwhile movie museum and what criteria should be behind the selection and presentation of such exhibits. Besides their favourite movie displays, they also ask whether cinema is increasingly becoming a thing to be shown at museums and if that is necessarily a good or bad omen for movie-making as a...2022-08-2536 minReady For Close-UpReady For Close-UpEpisode #28 - Our Summer Watchlist (everything, everywhere, all at once!)With July just round the corner, Andy and Sam have compiled their respective summer watchlists - from films they have recently seen at the cinema (Jurassic World Dominion, Everything Everywhere All at Once), fresh streaming content (Heartstopper, The Gilded Age, Stranger Things 4) to new productions they look forward to between summer and fall (Elvis, Thor: Love and Thunder, Nope, My Policeman). They discuss that with mainstream movies and franchises in full swing and with independent cinema and streaming platforms everywhere, it will be interesting to see which films will stick out and which will leave a lasting effect on...2022-06-2530 minReady For Close-UpReady For Close-UpEpisode #27 - Hagsploitation! Whatever Happened to Psycho Biddies?The release of Whatever Happened to Baby Jane in 1962 was followed by a decade of so-called Hagsploitation movies, in which former female Hollywood stars went at each others' throats as hair-raising psycho biddies. The genre has been highly controversial for its depiction of older women and therefore exposing ageism in Hollywood, but Andy and Sam have also found much cult potential and camp in the examples they have watched for this episode: Besides the Bette Davis/Joan Crawford classic, they discuss Tallulah Bankhead's turn in Fanatic! (1965), Debbie Reyolds and Shelley Winters in What's the Matter with Helen? (1971), as well...2022-05-2239 minReady For Close-UpReady For Close-UpEpisode #26 - The Oscars 2022: more than a slap in the face?Overshadowed by that face-slapping scandal surrounding Best Actor winner Will Smith, winners and losers of the night were almost overlooked in an Oscar show that tried to reclaim some of its glamour and inspirational qualities post Covid. Andy and Sam review the night's big scandal but also its most important winners and the movies that clearly missed out. They find that the Academy Awards have been trying to do the impossible lately: compensating for past omissions and putting on a dated show format at a time when movie consumption habits have changed dramatically over the past couple of years...2022-04-0427 minReady For Close-UpReady For Close-UpEpisode #25 - Two Deaths on the Nile: Whodunnit (better)?Kenneth Branagh's new adaptation of Agatha Christie's murder mystery Death on the Nile happens to be the remake of one of Andy and Sam's favourite 1970s star ensemble movie, so they went into the new version understandably sceptically. The illustrous river cruise on the river Nile that turns into a blood fest only master detective Hercule Poirot can solve, has been updated to suit present-day tastes and while your podcasters warmed to it surprisingly, they still found much contrast in tone, character focus, production value and storytelling. Nothing beats the stellar cast of the 1978 original (Peter Ustinov alongside Maggie...2022-02-1739 minReady For Close-UpReady For Close-UpEpisode #24 - (Don’t) Watch this in 2022!With January behind us, Andy and Sam wrap up their first movie experiences of 2022 in their latest episode. Besides catching up on some missed TV shows and Netflix fare, they have also immersed themselves in some fresh cinematic experiences. Their reviews of Guillermo del Toro's mystery thriller Nightmare Alley, the latest history-bending installment in the Kingsman series (King's Man - The Beginning) and especially the disaster satire Don't Look Up - in which mankind faces the ultimate threat of extinction - give them lots to rave and rage about. What should you watch and what can you definitely miss...2022-02-0537 minReady For Close-UpReady For Close-UpEpisode #23 - Our 2021 in moviesWith 2022 just starting, Andy and Sam have met for brunch to talk about 2021 and the year it was in movies. They discuss their highlights and disappointments - from House of Gucci and Hand of God to The Last Duel and Power of the Dog. They crown last year's stellar performances and analyse the life-changing nature of this second pandemic year for cinema as a whole. In the end, they remain hopeful that with many cinematic and streaming highlights behind and ahead of us, 2022 will prove to be an equally suprising and unexpected thrill ride. Join them at the table and...2022-01-0132 minReady For Close-UpReady For Close-UpEpisode #22 - Our first movie blind dateFor this podcast, Andy and Sam have gone on a movie blind date, where they each present a film that they thought the other one would love - of course without revealing which one it is! In a rivetingly suspenseful episode, they each try to guess what movie was chosen for them, based on opening scenes, era and genre, the feel of the film and eventually the cast and crew. Will they guess correctly in time? No matter the outcome: Both have chosen thrillingly entertaining cult films that they have come to adore also for themselves. Join us in...2021-11-2632 minReady For Close-UpReady For Close-UpEpisode #21 - Is NO TIME TO DIE a Bond to die for?The wait is finally over and James Bond is back at the cinema, but is NO TIME TO DIE really a Bond film to die for? Andy and Sam dive right into the spoilers, the controversies and the highlights surrounding Daniel Craig's final outing as Bond. Whereas Sam felt like being in Double-O-heaven repeatedly, Andy found himself wondering whether the serious drama of the Craig universe may have gone too far this time. There is no denying the many qualities of the film and the need to enjoy it as a theatrical experience. However, there's also the future of...2021-10-2437 minReady For Close-UpReady For Close-UpEpisode #20 - A double DUNE debateThe release of the epic science-fiction spectacle DUNE marks the second time Frank Herbert‘s cult novel has been put on the big screen. Andy and Sam review Dennis Villeneuve’s visually stunning adaptation of this thinly veiled Messiah tale and compare it to the famously failed David Lynch version of the 1980s. While both boast grand production designs and incredible star ensembles, it’s the new cinematic take that is able to build the best out of Herbert and Lynch’s worlds and keep anticipation high for the second part yet to come. Listen to our newest episode to see w...2021-09-3028 minReady For Close-UpReady For Close-UpEpisode #19 - THE FATHER and other great movies on memoryAfter a long and memorable summer, Andy and Sam finally take the chance to review the fabulous Oscar-winning THE FATHER, starring a stunning Anthony Hopkins as a man descending into dementia. Instead of being purely tragic, Florian Zeller's film manages to create an utterly immersive, funny, unnerving and truly cinematic experience. We take a walk down movie memory lane as well, passing other great movies that have put memories at their centre. As it turns out, some of our favourite movies and directors have dealt with the issues that go to the very heart of what filmmaking is: make...2021-08-2832 minReady For Close-UpReady For Close-UpEpisode #18 - The Pride Issue!Our 18th episode means our podcast is coming of age and Andy and Sam are coming out! Our tribute to Pride Month is a discussion of our favourite LGBTQ+ films and the changes queer cinema has gone through over time. The past decades since the first 'gay movie' we saw have seen queer characters evolve from sidelined and supporting characters to being front and center of film, TV and streaming productions. However, while massive social progress has been made on queer rights, we find LGBTQ+ cinema will still be utterly relevant in telling the stories of impossible loves across...2021-06-2641 minReady For Close-UpReady For Close-UpEpisode #17 - Fresh 2021 releases reviewed!After almost a year of podcasting, Andy and Sam finally manage to review a fresh batch of cinema and streaming releases! From highly acclaimed Oscar winners Promising Young Woman and Druk - Another Round to Disney's newest origin story Cruella, and from German LGBTQ+ firsts (Futur Drei and All You Need) to long-awaited Netflix besteller adaptation The Woman in the Window, they have found a lot to admire, criticise and dissect. Refreshing characters and original screenplays still clearly win the day and there's hope that the next batch of productions is already in the works! 2021-06-0337 minReady For Close-UpReady For Close-UpEpisode #16 - So who just won at the Oscars?This week's Oscar ceremony provided a somewhat anti-climactic ending to a very unique 2021 award season: a few expected winners (Nomadland's Best Director and Best Movie Awards), but just as many surprises (Anthony Hopkins and Frances McDormand winning Best Actors) and perceived snubs (Chadwick Boseman and Viola Davis). Andy and Sam review the most important awards of the evening, as well as the unusual Oscar ceremony itself before dissecting four of this year's most nominated movies: Ma Rainey's Black Bottom, Promising Young Woman, Trial of the Chicago 7 and Mank. They question especially whether these films meet the criteria for a...2021-04-2939 minReady For Close-UpReady For Close-UpEpisode #15 - Whatever happened to Faye Dunaway?Faye Dunaway was arguably the biggest female star of late 60s and 70s Hollywood. She starred in an incredible string of great movies alongside the hottest stars and directors of the day - from Bonnie and Clyde to The Thomas Crown Affair and Chinatown. Her Oscar for Network (1976) seemed to be another logical step in her high-flying career. But things were to take a very different turn - so whatever happened? Andy and Sam pay tribute to the last true Hollywood diva, recommend ten movies from her filmography and discuss the impact she's had on the film industry and...2021-03-2338 minReady For Close-UpReady For Close-UpEpisode #14 - Lockdowns at the Movies!One year into the global pandemic lockdowns, Andy and Sam finally take you on a journey through lockdowns at the movies: From classic theatrical role models and their adaptations in almost all cinematic genres, we have found great instances of characters locked down or locked in (even into themselves!) - be it Agatha Christie-style whodunits, intricate horror, racy thrillers, suspenseful disaster movies or moving drama. And although we find these huis clos scenarios a powerful cinematic device, we are convinced that post-Corona lockdown audiences will look forward to entering the wide world again - also in future theatrical outings!2021-02-2236 minReady For Close-UpReady For Close-UpEpisode #13 - Master Directors: Ingmar BergmanOur first episode of 2021 focuses on Master Director Ingmar Bergman, Sweden's most famous filmmaker. Andy and Sam discover that Bergman's cinema does not just feature serious subject matter and mesmerizing acting, but also offers fascinating symbolism, humour and warmth. After discussing Bergman's style and influence, we focus on two of his key films, the allegorical journey of Wild Strawberries (1957) and the panopticon that is Fanny and Alexander (1982) before giving our personal recommendations of what else to watch by the director. Far from being bleak and depressing, just like Bergman, our episode offers insights along with music from his fascinating c...2021-01-2135 minReady For Close-UpReady For Close-UpEpisode #12 - Our Best of 2020With 2020 coming to a close, it could certainly appear as an 'annus horribilis' for cinema and movie-going. Andy and Sam, instead, have found a lot to love about a year spent rediscovering classic movies and TV, as well as the wide range of new streaming productions. From Ryan Murphy's Netflix contributions to Swiss historical mini-series Frieden, from Barbara Stanwyck's early career to Hitchcock's television laboratory and from recent Korean to Italian genre cinema, 2020 in fact only whet our movie geek appetites for a hopefully more regular cinematic 2021. 2020-12-3028 minReady For Close-UpReady For Close-UpEpisode #11 - The John Barry SongbookOscar-winning film composer John Barry might be most famous for his eleven James Bond scores and the romantic sound of epics like Out of Africa or Dances with Wolves, but when Andy and Sam went through the complete John Barry Songbook (created by Sam for Spotify and YouTube), they explore the varied nature of the 'Barry sound' and pick their respective favourites. From the grand title themes of the Bond series to unknown gems by Shirley Bassey, Mamma Cass or Tony Bennett, they discover that there's much more to Barry than meets the ear. 2020-12-1737 minReady For Close-UpReady For Close-UpEpisode #10 - Remembering Sean Connery's life in moviesOur 10th episode is dedicated to iconic actor Sean Connery, who sadly passed away on 31st October. Andy and Sam trace his career from humble beginnings to his instant Bond fame in the 1960s and from hard times in the 70s to the beloved father figure and mentor he played so well in the 1980s and 90s. We discover that Connery's presence (and voice!) are reason enough to watch almost any movie and we pick our favourite screen roles from each decade. So join us for a nostalgic ride through time in memoriam Sir Sean Connery! 2020-12-0338 minReady For Close-UpReady For Close-UpEpisode #9 - Master Directors: Alfred HitchcockIn our first of a series of episodes on Master Directors, Andy & Sam talk Alfred Hitchcock, the famous Master of Suspense. After an overview of his life and career, we discuss what makes "Hitch" such a unique yet influential director. We analyse two prime examples of his style, Rear Window and The Lady Vanishes and give our recommendation of must-see Hitchcocks: a starter package, our personal favourites and guilty pleasures. Join us for a suspenseful thrillride of an episode! 2020-10-1935 minReady For Close-UpReady For Close-UpEpisode #8 - TENET and the time-bending cinema of Christopher NolanTENET, Christopher Nolan's sci-fi spy thriller, marks the first major theatrical release since the worldwide Covid-19 restrictions. Andy and Sam take the chance to look at Nolan's consistently fascinating filmic output but also to see his newest release as part of his increasing time-bending cinematic universe. We measure it up against Bond and other role models but also against Nolan himself: Is it as satisfying as Memento, the Batman trilogy or Inception? Listen to find out! 2020-09-2035 minReady For Close-UpReady For Close-UpEpisode #7 -Thrillers, Psycho(s) and Peeping Tom(s)Psycho thrillers have boomed as a genre ever since Hitchcock's 1960 masterpiece Psycho hit the screens. In its shadow, however, Michael Powell's Peeping Tom about a murdering photographer almost entirely disappeared, having caused moral outrage in Britain and destroying the careers of its stars and director. Andy & Sam discuss their fascination with the genre before reviewing Peeping Tom after a screening at Zurich's Filmpodium. They find more than one reason to adore what they have seen!  2020-08-2827 minReady For Close-UpReady For Close-UpEpisode #6 - Music, Movies and MorriconeThe world of film music has recently lost legendary Italian composer Ennio Morricone so Andy and Sam take the opportunity to talk soundtracks in this episode. Starting with a look at our prefered scores, we ask ourselves how the role of music in film has developed over time and where the "Morricone sound" fits in. We then present our very subjective top 10 Morricone Moments in tribute to the late Maestro! 2020-08-0435 minReady For Close-UpReady For Close-UpEpisode #5 - Guilty pleasure movies!Not all the movies we love are great - some are certified stinkers and have still become our guilty pleasures. In this episode, Andy & Sam seek to define what gives us so much joy watching them. We take an in-depth look at our respective guilty pleasure favorites, the abysmal Hollywood drama Valley of the Dolls (1967) and the trainwreck of a disaster movie that is The Cassandra Crossing (1976). Listen to us pleading for bad movies to help us broaden our love for film. 2020-07-2232 minReady For Close-UpReady For Close-UpEpisode #4 - Best movies of all time?Do you have favorite movies of all time and do you keep a list of them? Andy & Sam track down and analyze the most popular and prestigious best-of lists, focusing on the British and American Film Institute's international influence. They review two of the most named titles, Citizen Kane and Hitchcock's Vertigo and they explore personal favorites - from classics to recent favorites. Join their conversation of the greatest in cinema!  2020-07-0925 minReady For Close-UpReady For Close-UpEpisode #3 - The future of cinemasNot only since Corona have cinemas been in crisis: Streaming platforms have seriously challenged people's preparedness to go see a movie at a theatre. In our newest episode, we discuss our fascination with the big screen, the prospects of future cinemas and the challenges posed by TV, video and the internet in the past. We also try to make recommendations what successful cinemas there are and why - from local gems in Bern and Zurich to international favourites! 2020-06-2823 minReady For Close-UpReady For Close-UpEpisode #2 - The Bond UniverseThe second episode of Ready for Close Up takes Sam & Andy deep into the James Bond universe - from the origins of his mass appeal in the sixties to the hopes for the latest postponed installment, No Time To Die. In between, we discuss Best of Bond and why 007 has become the longest-running franchise in movie history. Certified Bond enthusiasts for sure, but will they choose their witicisms carefully enough? Listen to find out! 2020-06-1438 minReady For Close-UpReady For Close-UpEpisode #1 - Wi güet isch d Serie Hollywood uf Netflix?Üse erscht Versuech in the world of podcasts. Andy & Sam diskutiere d Netflix-Serie Hollywood. Wi güet isch d Mini-Serie über di jungi multikulturelli Truppe a Filmschaffende, wo's im Hollywood vo dr Nachchriegszyt probiere z schaffe? Well, lights, camera & podcast - come and find out! 2020-06-0438 min