Three Orange Whips

Grab your sword and shield and slip into your sandals, because it's time to delve into the Greek Heroic Age as the team discusses the 2004 epic 'Troy'. Emily sits down with fellow classics enthusiast Elizabeth Blu to discuss the all-important topics of Ancient Greek hairstyles, Sean Bean, and a fascinating question: what happens when you remove all of the Greek gods from Homer's Iliad? The movie-themed drink is the Ancient Greek barley water known as Kykeon. During the discussion, Emily fawns over curls and slow-motion; Elizabeth has a passionate rant about swords. Recorded in June 2020, following social distancing laws. Emily's Introduction - 0:00 Pre-Film Discussion - 2:34 Post-Film Discussion - 23:51 Film Rating - 53:24

In this preview of our special isolation episode, Emily sits down with special guest and fellow classics enthusiast Elizabeth Blu to discuss the 2004 epic, 'Troy'. Their analysis includes a question of utmost importance: are slow-motion closeups ever a good idea?

Missed our episode about No Country For Old Men? Here are some highlights, including Adam's passionate rant about onscreen teeth brushing.

Did you miss Episode 1 and our discussion of the 2015 thriller Sicario? Thinking of revisiting this cinematic masterpiece and then catching up on our analysis? Here's a taste to get you in the mood. Learn about Emily's favourite elements in the film (hint: there are many); learn which movie snacks Tom prefers; and learn how Adam differentiates between a 9/10 and a 10/10.

In the mood for a bit of 90s sci-fi adventure? This week, Adam presents The Fifth Element, a 1997 blockbuster hit that went on to become a cult classic. The movie-themed drink is a glass of water with a cherry in it, a concoction that leads to some interesting results. During the discussion, Emily highlights the endless dramatic potential of going to the opera; Adam marvels at the novelty of no makeup; Tom forces us to distinguish between Smaug and Snoke. Recorded 25th August 2018.  Emily’s Introduction - 0:00 Pre-Film Discussion - 2:40 Post-Film Discussion - 7:53 Film Rating - 24:05