100 Things we learned from film

100 Things we learned from film
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Two friends take a light hearted deep dive in to film in an attempt to learn 100 things from a different movie each week. Expect trivia to impress your friends and nonsense from the start.

  1. Jun 1

    Episode 215 - Safety Last!

    This week on 100 Things We Learned From Film, we’re heading back to the silent era for one of the most influential comedies ever made 1923’s Safety Last! starring the legendary Harold Lloyd. We dive into the making of the film, the jaw-dropping skyscraper climb, how Lloyd performed dangerous stunts despite a disability, and why the famous clock-hanging scene became one of the defining images in cinema history. Along the way we explore early Hollywood, the genius of silent comedy, Hal Roach Studios, rooftop trick photography, real-life “human spider” climber, and how Safety Last! helped shape action comedy for generations to come. Expect behind-the-scenes stories, silent film history, production trivia, and plenty of facts about Harold Lloyd: the often-overlooked third giant of silent comedy alongside Chaplin and Keaton. --- Friend of the Pod James from Repeat or Delete and his wonderful wife Katie are doing The North Yorkshire Ultra Challenge on 20 June 2026. Walking 50km in a day for Endometriosis UK. Like us you can sponsor them at https://www.justgiving.com/team/katieandjamesendo?utm_medium=TE&utm_source=WA If you enjoy the show and want to help support future episodes, consider joining us on Patreon for bonus content, early episodes and the chance to pick future films. patreon.com/100thingsfilm --- Safety Last! is a 1923 American silent romantic-comedy film starring Harold Lloyd. It includes one of the most famous images from the silent-film era: Lloyd clutching the hands of a large clock as he dangles from the outside of a skyscraper above moving traffic. The film was highly successful and critically hailed, and it cemented Lloyd's status as a major figure in early motion pictures. It is still popular at revivals, and it is viewed today as one of the great film comedies.[5] The film's title is a play on the common expression "safety first", which describes the adoption of safety measures as a means to avoid accidents, especially in workplaces. Lloyd performed some of the climbing stunts himself, despite having lost a thumb and forefinger four years earlier in a film accident.

    1h 1m

  2. May 25

    Episode 214 - Out Of Sight

    This week on 100 Things We Learned From Film, we’re diving into the slick, stylish world of Out of Sight the crime classic that helped turn George Clooney into a genuine movie star and proved Jennifer Lopez had serious big-screen presence. We uncover behind-the-scenes stories about the casting, the famous chemistry between the leads, Steven Soderbergh’s unique directing style, and how the film quietly became one of the most beloved crime movies of the 1990s. A huge thank you to Phil, one of our brilliant patrons, who picked this episode as part of supporting the show for a quid a month. If you’d like to help keep the podcast going and maybe even choose a future episode yourself you can support us too at 100thingswelearnedfromfilm.co.uk Expect cool criminals, sharp dialogue, bizarre casting stories, Elmore Leonard brilliance, and plenty of facts you probably didn’t know about one of cinema’s smoothest capers. --- ut of Sight is a 1998 American crime comedy film directed by Steven Soderbergh and written by Scott Frank, adapted from Elmore Leonard's 1996 novel. The first of several collaborations between Soderbergh and actor George Clooney, it was released by Universal Pictures on June 26, 1998. The film stars Clooney and Jennifer Lopez, co-starring Ving Rhames, Don Cheadle, Dennis Farina, Nancy Allen, Steve Zahn, Catherine Keener, and Albert Brooks. There are also special appearances by Michael Keaton, briefly reprising his role as Ray Nicolette from Quentin Tarantino's Jackie Brown the previous year, and Samuel L. Jackson. The film received Academy Award nominations for Best Adapted Screenplay and Best Film Editing. It won the Edgar Award for Best Screenplay and the National Society of Film Critics awards for Best Film, Best Director, and Best Screenplay.

    1h 9m

  3. May 18

    Episode 213 - Robin Hood (1973)

    Disney’s 1973 adaptation of Robin Hood is remembered as a charming animated classic packed with catchy songs, recycled animation, and one of the most relaxed heroes Disney ever created. But somehow… it also became the film responsible for awakening something in generations of viewers who found themselves strangely drawn to a cartoon fox in a green tunic. In this episode of 100 Things We Learned From Film, Planty is joined by Mrs John, Kirsty as they dive into the bizarre legacy of Disney’s furry folk hero, exploring the troubled post-Walt Disney production, the reused animation tricks, the legendary voice cast, hidden production stories, and why this low-budget gamble became one of Disney’s most beloved cult classics. Expect behind-the-scenes chaos, accidental internet history, Roger Miller earworms, and far more discussion about sexy foxes than anyone planned. Featuring: The recycled animation Disney hoped you wouldn’t noticeWhy Robin Hood became a fox in the first placeThe strange origins of furry culture memesPhil Harris basically playing Baloo againThe viral afterlife of “Whistle Stop”Prince John’s thumb-sucking tantrumsThe last days of Disney’s old animation guardAnd why this film still owns the internet decades later --- If you like this, you'll love our monthly bonus Patreon episodes COMEDY CRAIC, where we talk about a different cartoon each month! Only available to Patrons on the Give Us A Quid tier at Patreon.com/100thingsfilm --- Robin Hood is a 1973 American animated musical adventure comedy film produced by Walt Disney Productions and released by Buena Vista Distribution. Produced and directed by Wolfgang Reitherman, it is based on the English folktale "Robin Hood". Taking place in a world populated by anthropomorphic animals, the story follows the adventures of Robin Hood, Little John, and the inhabitants of Nottingham as they fight against the excessive taxation of Prince John, and Robin Hood wins the hand of Maid Marian. The film features the voices of Brian Bedford, Phil Harris, Peter Ustinov, Pat Buttram, Monica Evans, Terry-Thomas, Roger Miller, and Carole Shelley. The idea to adapt Robin Hood into an animated feature was dated back to Walt Disney's interest in the tale of Reynard the Fox following the release of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (1937). The idea was repeatedly shelved for several decades. In 1968, Ken Anderson pitched a film adaptation of Robin Hood, incorporating ideas from Reynard the Fox by using anthropomorphic animals rather than humans. The project was approved, becoming the first completely "post-Walt" animated feature and the first with an entirely non-human cast. Robin Hood was released on November 8, 1973. The film received mixed reviews from critics, but it was nonetheless a box-office success, grossing $33 million worldwide against a production budget of $5 million. Although some retrospective reviews have criticized the heavy use of animation recycled from previous Disney films, the film's reputation has grown positively over time. It has since become a cult classic.

    1h 18m

  4. May 4

    Episode 212 - Idiocracy

    This week on 100 Things We Learned From Film, we’re diving into Idiocracy—the cult sci-fi comedy that somehow feels more like a documentary every year. Chosen by Patron Josh Wilson from the Super Familiar with the Wilsons podcast, we explore the chaotic making of Mike Judge’s satirical classic: from its bizarre casting choices and ultra-low budget to the studio quietly trying to bury it on release. It flopped in cinemas, found life on DVD, and now sits as one of the strangest “told you so” films ever made. Website: https://100thingswelearnedfromfilm.co.uk 💬 Support the ShowIf you’re enjoying the podcast, consider supporting us on Patreon for bonus episodes like a brand new Cartoon Craic every month, a shout out each week and more nonsense! Website: https://100thingswelearnedfromfilm.co.uk

    55 min

  5. Apr 27 ·  Bonus

    Cartoon Craic episode 1 - Cobweb Hotel (1936)

    Welcome to the very first episode of Cartoon Craic . and like drugs the first one’s a freebie! This month, we’re heading all the way back to 1936 to check into the delightfully strange world of Cobweb Hotel : a Fleischer cartoon packed with singing spiders, chaotic insects, and some surprisingly dark undertones. We get stuck into the story behind the cartoon, how it was made, and why these early animations had such a unique (and slightly unsettling) vibe. There’s also plenty of chat about spiders and Pens! If you enjoy the episode, the rest of the series will be available exclusively over on Patreon .com/100thingsfilm with a brand new cartoon deep dive every month. In this episode: The story and style of Cobweb Hotel (1936)The Fleischer Studios era of animationEarly cartoon weirdness and toneTalking spiders… obviously Support the show: Want more Cartoon Craic? Join us on Patreon for monthly episodes, bonus content, and more animated deep dives.

    18 min

  6. Apr 13

    Episode 211 - Masters Of The Universe

    This week on 100 Things We Learned From Film, we’re diving headfirst into the neon-drenched, synth-powered madness of Masters of the Universe—the film where He-Man leaves Eternia… and somehow ends up in suburban America. Cannon Films touted this as the Star Wars of the 1980s but what we actually got is a fascinating mix of huge ambition, shrinking budgets, and pure 80s energy. From behind-the-scenes chaos and last-minute rewrites to Frank Langella going full Shakespeare as Skeletor, this is one of those films that shouldn’t work… but absolutely earns its cult status. Joining us this week is patron Stig from the Modern Escapism podcast, who FINALLY landed on the wheel and brought us his pick so expect big laughs, deep dives, and plenty of Cannon Films insanity along the way. If you enjoy the episode, you can support the show and get involved by heading over to 100thingswelearnedfromfilm.co.uk where for just £1 a month, you can get your own film onto the wheel and join us on a future episode. Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share the episode with a fellow film fan it really helps us grow and keep uncovering the wildest stories in cinema history. --- Masters of the Universe (stylized as Masters of the Universe: The Motion Picture) is a 1987 American sword and sorcery film based on the Masters of the Universe franchise by Mattel. The film was directed by Gary Goddard, produced by Yoram Globus and Menahem Golan, and written by David Odell. It stars Dolph Lundgren, Frank Langella, Courteney Cox, James Tolkan, Christina Pickles, and Meg Foster with supporting roles by Billy Barty, Jon Cypher, Chelsea Field, and Robert Duncan McNeill. The film follows two teenagers who meet He-Man, the most powerful man in the universe, who travels to Earth with his friends, Man-At-Arms and Teela, to stop their archenemy, the evil Skeletor from obtaining a cosmic key that will enable him to take over their home planet Eternia and the entire universe. While it is the first live action movie in the franchise, the very first He-Man/Masters of The Universe movie was the animated The Secret of the Sword, released in theaters nationwide two years earlier in 1985. Masters of the Universe was released theatrically in the United States on August 7, 1987. It was a critical and commercial failure, grossing $17 million worldwide against a budget of $22 million. At the time of release, it was met with negative reviews from film critics, but is now regarded as a cult film. Another film adaptation is set to be released in 2026 --- Cast Dolph Lundgren as He-Man, the champion of Eternia Frank Langella as Skeletor, the leader of the Evil Warriors and He-Man's archenemy Meg Foster as Evil-Lyn, a witch who is a member of the Evil Warriors Billy Barty as Gwildor, a Thenurian who invented the Cosmic Key Courteney Cox as Julie Winston, a teenager on Earth who finds the Cosmic Key Robert Duncan McNeill as Kevin Corrigan, a teenager and friend of Julie who finds the Cosmic Key Jon Cypher as Man-At-Arms, an ally of He-Man Chelsea Field as Teela, the daughter of Man-At-Arms and ally of He-Man James Tolkan as Hugh Lubic, a detective that has his encounters with the Eternians Christina Pickles as Sorceress, the protector of Castle Grayskull Tony Carroll as the Beastman, an animalistic member of the Evil Warriors who makes animalistic sounds Pons Maar as Saurod, a lizard man member of the Evil Warriors Anthony De Longis as Blade, a sword-wielding member of the Evil Warriors who wears an eyepatch Robert Towers as Karg, a bat-like member of the Evil Warriors who commands Skeletor's soldiers and interprets for Beast Man Barry Livingston as Charlie Gwynne Gilford as Mrs. Winston, the mother of Julie Walter Scott as Mr. Winston, the father of Julie Walt P. Robles as Carl, the janitor Cindi Eyman as Gloria Peter Brooks as the narrator Richard Szponder as Pigboy, a member of the Evil Warriors with a pig-like face who gives Skeletor his staff

    1h 24m

  7. Apr 6

    Episode 210 - Rush (2013)

    Strap in! This week we’re going full throttle. We’re diving into Rush (2013), the explosive true story of Formula 1 rivals James Hunt and Niki Lauda: two drivers, two mindsets, and one deadly season that pushed both men to the absolute limit. Joining us for this episode is one of our supportive Patrons Kurt from The Never Watchers. It's the Marvel and film podcast you can find wherever you get your podcasts. Not only is Kurt our guest, but this was also his Patreon pick, and he’s brought some seriously great insights (and a few surprises) along for the ride. From behind-the-scenes secrets to wild real-life stories that sound too insane to be true, we’re breaking down everything that makes Rush one of the most intense sports films ever made. Expect: Incredible behind-the-scenes factsThe real story vs the Hollywood versionCareer-defining performancesAnd why this rivalry still hits so hard 💥 SUPPORT THE SHOW Love what we do? Be ;ike our mate Kurt and Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, exclusive picks, and early access 👉 100thingswelearnedfromfilm.co.uk 🎧 CHECK OUT OUR GUEST Give Kurt a listen on Never Watchers: a brilliant Marvel and film podcast available wherever you get your podcasts. 🔥 FOLLOW & SHARE If you enjoyed the episode, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who loves films as much as you do.

    1h 19m

  8. Mar 23

    Episode 209 - Cool Hand Luke

    This week, we’re taking it off, boss… one button at a time as we head to the chain gang with Cool Hand Luke the ultimate story of rebellion, defiance, and a man who simply refuses to play by the rules. Chosen by our brilliant Patreon supporter Luke (couldn’t have picked a more perfect film if he tried), this episode dives deep into one of the coolest anti-heroes ever put on screen. From parking meter carnage to egg-eating madness, we’re breaking down everything that makes this film an enduring classic and uncovering the wild behind-the-scenes stories that make it even better. A massive thank you to Luke for choosing this week’s film, an absolute belter of a pick. If you want to choose an episode and support the show, read on… Love what we do? Want to help keep the show going and get involved? 👉 Head over to 100thingswelearnedfromfilm.co.uk You can sign up to our Patreon from just £1 a month, get involved with episode picks, and support the podcast directly. --- Cool Hand Luke is a 1967 American prison drama film directed by Stuart Rosenberg[3] written by Donn Pearce and Frank Pierson, and starring Paul Newman in the title role. The cast also features George Kennedy, J. D. Cannon, Strother Martin and Jo Van Fleet. Based on Pearce's semi-autobiographical 1965 novel, the film is about a nonconformist convict in an early 1950s Florida prison camp who refuses to submit to the system. Filming took place within California's San Joaquin River Delta region; the set, imitating a prison farm in the Deep South, was based on photographs and measurements made by a crew the filmmakers sent to a Road Prison in Gainesville, Florida. Lalo Schifrin wrote the film's Oscar-nominated musical score. Upon its release, Cool Hand Luke received favorable reviews and was a box-office success. It cemented Newman's status as one of the era's top actors, and was called the "touchstone of an era". Roger Ebert called Cool Hand Luke an anti-establishment film shot during emerging popular opposition to the Vietnam War. The film received four Academy Award nominations, including Best Actor for Newman, with George Kennedy winning for Best Supporting Actor. Both also received Golden Globe nods for their performances. In 2005, the United States Library of Congress selected the film for preservation in the National Film Registry, considering it "culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant".[4][5] The film also has a 100% rating on the review aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes.

    1h 6m
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Two friends take a light hearted deep dive in to film in an attempt to learn 100 things from a different movie each week. Expect trivia to impress your friends and nonsense from the start.

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    100 Things we learned from film
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