They Remade It: The Movie Comparison Podcast
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A film-lovers podcast starring Jacob and Stuart, two movie-lovers who just want to analyze the then and now. Every episode, they'll compare and analyze the themes of different films based on the same work, whether they be remakes, reboots, or long-overdue sequels.
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In this cosmic voyage of an episode, Stuart and Jacob traverse the starry expanse of Stanley Kubrick's "2001: A Space Odyssey" and its sequel "2010: The Year We Make Contact" directed by Peter Hyams. From the dawn of man to the birth of a new star, they delve into the evolution of a genre-defining classic and its less-celebrated successor. How does the enigmatic and visually stunning original compare to the more conventional narrative of the follow-up? And can the sequel's Cold War backdrop and additional characters stand up to the original's sparse and contemplative storytelling?
Also in this episode are talks on the merits of long movie runtimes, ruminations on the initial episode of the Fallout television series, Jacob's memories of Lithgow and a dolphin, and a debate as to the purpose of the monoliths. All this and more on They Remade It!
Plot Synopsis Timestamps: 19:10 - 28:08
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In this head-to-head episode, Stuart and Jacob tackle the gridiron glory and comedic chaos of "The Longest Yard" – both the 1974 classic and its 2005 remake. With Burt Reynolds leading the '74 team and Adam Sandler at the helm in 2005, our hosts dissect the playbook on what makes a sports movie both entertaining and enduring. Does the original's blend of sports and comedy outmaneuver the remake's Happy Madison hijinks? And can anything in the 2005 version match the charisma of a mustache-less Reynolds?
Also in this episode are the unexpected appearances of sports figures turned actors, the tonal touchdowns and fumbles, and a brief detour into the realm of esports and Zack Snyder's filmography. All this and more on They Remade It!
Plot Synopsis Timestamps: 27:06 - 36:44
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In this monumental 100th episode, Stuart and Jacob embark on a journey through one of the most epic sagas in cinematic history: The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies. From the Shire to the fiery chasms of Mount Doom, they compare the grandeur of Peter Jackson's adaptations of J.R.R. Tolkien's beloved works. How does the grand trilogy fare against its prequel counterpart? Can the charm of Bilbo's unexpected journey hold a candle to Frodo's perilous quest?
Also in this episode are talks of a survival horror game featuring a magical station wagon, Bob Hoskins playing a cad, a special "100th episode" trivia game, and most importantly: The Hobbit on PlayStation 2. This episode is a true celebration of They Remade It's centennial (that's the right wording, right?) milestone, so grab your lembas bread, and let's toast to another hundred episodes - or until our hosts decide they've had enough of remakes.
Plot Synopsis Timestamps: 24:49 - 46:26
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Stuart takes a dive into the films of one of his most loved video game franchises of recent years, and he drags Jacob along for the ride. It seems like only yesterday the two were covering the Mario movies, how do they fair entering the territory of gaming movies once again? Tune in to find out! Also in this episode are Jacob's disdain for Matthew Vaughn, a hitman brawl that may or may not have happened according to one of our hosts, a surprise disagreement, and an extensive discussion on the villainous Metamorpho. All this and more on They Remade It!
Plot Synopsis Timestamps: 20:47 - 31:05
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Season 6 has finally arrived, and our duo has a lot to discuss. In terms of what they've been doing this past month, but also with a couple animated features to take everyone into the new year. And whaddya know, another one that released in 2023! Seems they're getting more and more current overtime! Or maybe they're running out of movies to talk about? . . . never! Also in this episode are Jacob's 2023 rundown, love for Miranda Richardson, a brief diatribe about Michael Eisner, and Disney's Home on the Range versus Animal Farm: who will win?! All this and more on They Remade It!
Plot Synopsis Timestamps: 25:29 - 32:41
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2023 has come and gone, and Stuart and Jacob had a "meh" time of it all. There were highs and lows of course, but if they were tier ranking years of recent memory, 2023 would fall square in the middle for the both of them. That doesn't mean they don't have things to talk about though! Throughout the course of this longer than average episode, Stuart and Jacob discuss varying aspects of the year, reviewing The Oscars and Annies (kind of), upcoming releases, a few of the individuals that were lost, and they reflect on their favorite (and least favorite) films that they saw this past year. Happy Holidays and to a prosperous new year!
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And you thought They Remade It would get away without covering a Disney movie on this years schedule? That would never happen. And this time, they've brought along a third co-host in Stuart's partner, Hannah. Tis the season to make multiple people suffer through Disney's live-action output! Also in this episode are talks about Sordid Lives, Franz Ferdinand, the confusing character choices of The Little Mermaid remake, and our three intrepid hosts posing their own animated adaptations of live-action movies. All this and more on They Remade It!
Plot Synopsis Timestamps: 19:24 - 27:56
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Another holiday episode, and another episode from Stuart and Jacob going over three separate movies, each one tackling three separate individuals as they overcome themselves for the care of a child. How does each one compare, and how will the duo handle a return to John Wayne town four+ years later? Also in this episode are discussions on Satoshi Kon's output, biblical theming, what constitutes a reward for sacrifice, and an anime rendition of The Santa Clause? All this and more on They Remade It!
Plot Synopsis Timestamps: 31:24 - 40:56
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What better way to bridge the gap between Halloween and the ensuing months than a movie about aliens? And who would've guessed it would get a sequel/remake hybrid over 2 decades after the original?! Well, Stuart and Jacob, given everything they've seen. They certainly weren't surprised. Also in this episode are updates on some late Halloween horror viewings, Kumail Nanjiani's horrendous Pawnee character (and his interminable one-liners), grunge versus sleek, and ruminating on Andy Dick being an alien? All this and more on They Remade It!
Plot Synopsis Timestamps: 21:19 - 33:09
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And rounding out this spooktacular season is yet another of the heavy hitters in the Universal monster canon. While the original manages to sport Claude Rains and Lon Chaney Jr., the remake comes out swinging with folks like Anthony Hopkins and Benicio del Toro. Is either of these truly better than the other? We might even have Stuart and Jacob disagreeing on this episode (it's been a while!). Also in this episode is a shout-out to Stuart's sister's band, thoughts on when backstory becomes just a bit too much, ruminating on the natural versus supernatural, and some light impressions of Maria Ouspenskaya. All this and more on They Remade It!
Plot Synopsis Timestamps: 15:30 - 23:37
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It's finally the spooky season once again, and as is tradition Stuart and Jacob will be bringing the horror this October. They've already touched on two Universal monsters in the past, so why not bring in who is arguably the most famous of them all? I mean, a comedy pseudo-sequel just came out earlier this year, so what better time to mirror the Frankenstein/Young Frankenstein episode than this pick? Also in this episode is Stuart's disenfranchisement with Starfield, the loveable ham that is Nicholas Cage, more of The Lost Skeleton of Cadavra, and what background character would Stuart and Jacob give their own movie? All this and more on They Remade It!
Plot Synopsis Timestamps: 29:47 - 41:25
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In keep with the incredibly depressing podcast episodes as of late, the two movies being discussed today touch on nuclear annihilation! Are Stuart and Jacob doing this on purpose? One has to wonder... Also in this episode is a bit of a talk on Starfield, Jacob's thoughts on Eddie Deezen, quotable lines, and a discussion on just why this of all things received a sequel in the first place?! All this and more on They Remade It!
Plot Synopsis Timestamps: 25:46 - 34:25
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Well, they've finally done it. Stuart and Jacob have both been bad-mouthing the state of movies and the MCU for all these years, and it's finally come home to roost in the form of Captain America. Will they finally see eye to eye with a Marvel movie? Or will they go on any tangent possible to avoid the inevitable? Also in this episode is ruminations on Skyrim, the acting chops of both Stanley Tucci and Toby Jones, a thankfully *brief* bit on the state of Marvel movies, and the amazing power of faking stomach cramps to hijack civilian vehicles! All this and more on They Remade It!
Plot Synopsis Timestamps: 30:28 - 43:12
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Stuart and Jacob jump back into musicals, their first take on the genre in a long time (at least one that isn't related to an animated Disney feature). And boy is there plenty to chew on here, because as far as the story goes they're mostly identical, but some of those few differences are important and context redefining. Also in this episode is a prolonged discussion on the merits of Barbie, talks on music getting stuck in your head, a brief tangent into Best Picture movies covered on the show, and Jacob mistaking Return of the Jedi for Empire Strikes Back! All this and more on They Remade It!
Plot Synopsis Timestamps: 32:20 - 40:20
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CW upfront, this episode does feature some discussion of verbal, physical, and sexual assault as these acts are featured in this weeks movies.
A bit of a rough one this time around as Stuart and Jacob. There are things to like about both of these, but boy are they dark, and honestly neither of them would blame you for skipping this one. Also in this episode is another appearance from David Warner, a discussion on their histories in the South and Midwest, analysis of James Woods's vitriol, and a couple of obscure references to boot! All this and more on They Remade It!
Plot Synopsis Timestamps: 22:49 - 31:38
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Stuart and Jacob have gone back to not just the Shakespeare well, but the well of "modern day Shakespeare retellings that feature the source materials dialogue". One takes place in an olde Denmark, while the other sees itself in high rises and corporate structures as a part of a New York setting. Is on better than the other, and can the magic of the Romeo & Juliet episode be recaptured?! Also in this episode are Stuart running the media gamut, lauding of the late Sir Laurence Olivier, bewilderment at the inclusion of Bill Murray in a Shakespeare production, and a surprise visit from Eartha Kitt. All this and more on They Remade It!
Plot Synopsis Timestamps: 22:05 - 29:38
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Stuart inadvertently selected a film this week that Jacob adored as an adolescent. So that's sure to cause some interesting reassessment. And when it comes to the remake, is there anything to offer other than abrupt and nowhere-near subtle product placement? It's time to discuss. Also in this episode are some gushings on Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, the bizarreness of Josh Peck's appearance, a rant on movie posters, and a breakdown at the hands of the infamous Red Dawn "Subway" scene. All this and more on They Remade It!
Plot Synopsis Timestamps: 18:21 - 29:41
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Hot of the heels of the recent release from Illumination, Stuart and Jacob sat down to talk about two video game films. One features a strange development cycle and baffling choices, with the other having seemingly more of a standard production and more middle of the road choices. How will the duo ever navigate their way out of these comparisons?! Also in this episode are bits on Beau is Afraid's confusing beauty, the copious amount of voice acting talent on display, countless examples of trivia provided by Stuart, and Jacob breaking down the Mario soundtrack. All this and more on They Remade It!
Plot Synopsis Timestamps: 19:40 - 26:50
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Finally, a return to the podcast that dreams are made of. And it's been quite a while since Stuart and Jacob dove into the noir well, a genre that they are both a little mixed towards on the best of days. But does that impact the analysis and their adoration for one of these films? Tune in and find out! Also in this episode are talks on whether or not No Man's Sky has really improved, the magnificence of Sydney Greenstreet (who is an excellent character, sir!), discussion on what's in an ending, and the lasting legacy of Humphrey Bogart. All this and more on They Remade It!
Plot Synopsis Timestamps: 29:19 - 36:51
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What, and so soon after the previous episode? Yes, in what is a rare occurrence, to make up for their previous lateness on episode delivery Stuart and Jacob assembled to talk about death, a topic that is near and dear to their hearts. But what's this? Death has gone on holiday? To people in the US nowadays even know what that means? And as always, how does the original direct adaptation of the Italian play fare against a much longer and much more recent take? Also in this episode are some talks on city building games, bits on when it is that length truly hinders a movie, an ode to the character stylings of Jeffrey Tambor, and pondering on just why Death was messing with folks in the intro of the 1934 version. All this and more on They Remade It!
Plot Synopsis Timestamps: 27:43 - 34:25
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