We welcome our fellow Aussie Baz Luhrmann back to the show for the first time in 2025, this time diving into his bold and unconventional adaptation Romeo & Juliet. This stylish, fast-paced, and contemporary take on William Shakespeare’s tragedy keeps the original Old English dialogue intact, a creative choice that proved to be the most divisive element among us. Still, it’s hard not to admire the ambition of setting the story in a modern, 90s coated Verona Beach with Leonardo DiCaprio and Claire Danes bringing intensity to their roles as the first star crossed lovers. Where we all agree the film truly shines is in Baz’s signature visual flair, his energetic direction, and a killer soundtrack that all contributed to a clear and admirable vision for the film.Join a crew of wannabe film critics review a different movie every week, and discuss other nonsense. Listen to new episodes every Monday.

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