Is the latest 'ALIEN' film a refreshing entry? How does 'FURIOSA' play on home screens? Listen to the Fresh Fiction Film & TV Podcast as they cover these topics and more.
In episode 20 of Fresh Fiction’s Film & TV Podcast, Preston Barta, James Cole Clay and Connor Bynum discuss the latest happenings in cinema and television. They share their thoughts on ALIEN: ROMULUS, FURIOSA: A MAD MAX SAGA on 4K Ultra HD disc, the six-part documentary series OCEANXPLORERS, and the Vince Vaughn-starring BAD MONKEY on Apple TV+. Additionally, they conduct interviews with Bill Lawrence (TED LASSO), showrunner of BAD MONKEY, and ex-Royal Marine Special Ops Commando Aldo Kane and robotics expert Eric Stackpole of OCEANXPLORERS. So, sit back, relax, and tune in!
This week’s happenings include:
FILM
- ALIEN: ROMULUS (0:00-28:48) – ALIEN: ROMULUS impresses with its mood, production design, and cinematography. It may feel like a greatest hits compilation, but it does have some standout moments of intense horror thrill and a commendably bonkers final act. It’s a solid entry, but one wishes it was a meaner and more straightforward space slaughterhouse. Now playing in theaters and IMAX theaters nationwide. You can also read Courtney Howard’s written review here.
- Quick Mentions: SING SING and SKINCARE (28:48-29:52) – Both films are now playing in select theaters across nation.
TV
- OCEANXPLORERS (29:52-32:49) – This wonderfully insightful documentary series unites the brightest minds to seek answers about life underwater and its magnificent inhabitants. Feel your heart swell and your brain expand. The six-part series premieres on National Geographic on Aug. 18 and streams on Disney+ and Hulu the following day.
- BAD MONKEY (32:49-33:48) – With outrageous situations and sharp dialogue, BAD MONKEY is an absolute blast. Vince Vaughn has never been funnier. The first two episodes are now streaming on Apple TV+, followed by new episodes every Wednesday through Oct. 9.
WHAT WE’VE BEEN WATCHING
- FURIOSA: A MAD MAX SAGA (4K Ultra HD)Â (33:48-1:01:27) – The 4K Blu-ray of George Miller’s FURIOSA offers exceptional video quality, providing sharpness and detail that truly bring the action to life. Available today for purchase at your favorite retailer.
INTERVIEWS
- BAD MONKEY interview with showrunner, executive producer and writer Bill Lawrence (1:01:27-1:07:35)
- OCEANXPLORERS interview with ex-Royal Marine Special Ops Commando Aldo Kane and robotics expert Eric Stackpole (1:07:35-1:18:36)
