TWIN FILMS

Drew Barnett-Hamilton & Ernesto Sandoval
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TWIN FILMS are two distinct movies with similar subject matter that were released within a year of each other and produced by different studios. Each episode we revisit classic TWIN FILMS throughout cinematic history. We break down each film, their cast & crew and pick a winner!

Episodes

  1. Episode 07: White House Down vs. Olympus Has Fallen (2013)

    09/26/2024

    Episode 07: White House Down vs. Olympus Has Fallen (2013)

    Since the nation is in an election cycle, it feels only right to put two presidential movies head to head. Episode 07: White House Down vs. Olympus Has Fallen (2013) Join us as we break down these dueling White House films. And don't miss Round 3 with Special Guest Neil Napier, who plays the role of "Tank Commander" in White House Down. Cast your vote for your favorite film - voting up on Instagram starting 9/26/24! Thanks for listening!

    1h 20m
  2. Episode 06: Armageddon vs. Deep Impact (1998)

    07/15/2024

    Episode 06: Armageddon vs. Deep Impact (1998)

    It's summertime and that means it's time for big budget blockbusters. This episode we go off on this explosive match up from 1998 -that's right it's time for us to take on Armageddon vs. Deep Impact! Even though 1998 had two movies about asteroids destroying Earth, audiences couldn't get enough. Join us as we break down what made both films so successful and which one stands the test of time.

    1h 13m
  3. Episode 05: The Truman Show vs. EdTV (1999)

    05/21/2024

    Episode 05: The Truman Show vs. EdTV (1999)

    Episode 5: The Truman Show vs. EdTV. Let's revisit these voyeuristic movies from 1998 & 1999. In both films, the lead character is a man being filmed 24/7 as audiences worldwide tune in. In the Truman Show, our hero Truman is completely unaware and we meet him as the fake world around him starts to unravel. Alternatively, Ed of EdTV signed up to be televised and knowingly enters a contract with the TV network. But what Ed thinks will be a fun social experiment, quickly turns his family and dating life upside down. Both films reflect the new surge in reality television happening in the late 1990s and reflect on how it encouraged people to be glued to their televisions. The question is - which film did it better....

    1h 11m
  4. Episode 04: Real Genius vs. Weird Science (1985)

    04/15/2024

    Episode 04: Real Genius vs. Weird Science (1985)

    Real Genius vs. Weird Science (1985) With Special Guest: Jon Molerio (Actor/ Writer) On this rad episode we go back to 1985 with Real Genius vs. Weird Science. Our special guest, Jon Molerio, brings his hilarious takes and offers sage wisdom from a true 80s kid. This new episode also introduces a new segment into the mix, where we take a quick step back into 1985 and give some historical context to both films before we break them down and choose a winner. Please enjoy this truly tubular episode and don't miss the next episode with a classic Twin Film matchup: Episode 5 will be The Truman Show vs EdTV (1998/1999).

    1h 1m
  5. Episode 03: The Prestige vs. The Illusionist (2006)

    03/15/2024

    Episode 03: The Prestige vs. The Illusionist (2006)

    Christopher Nolan just won his first Oscar for Oppenheimer, so it's the perfect time to travel back to 2006 with one of Nolan's best pics "The Prestige" matched up against its TWIN FILM: "The Illusionist" As usual, we'll break down the plots of both films and highlight their casts and crews. This episode features a special Round 3 all about the magic - both on-camera and behind the scenes. We also chat about legendary sleight of hand magician Ricky Jay who consulted on both these films along with many others and was a much-beloved figure in Hollywood. Don't miss this epic matchup featuring murder, mayhem, magic and (spoiler alert) ...TWINS!

    1h 10m
  6. Episode 02: A Bug's Life vs. Antz (1998)

    02/15/2024

    Episode 02: A Bug's Life vs. Antz (1998)

    For our second matchup we delve into a classic rivalry - "A Bug's Life" vs. "Antz." This episode isn't just kids' stuff - after our usual recaps and breakdowns of cast and crew, we delve into the world of corporate espionage and how it led to two bug movies going head to head at the box office. We've also got some incredible behind the scenes stories to share that will leave you buzzing.

    57 min
  7. Episode 01: Volcano vs. Dante's Peak (1997)

    01/15/2024

    Episode 01: Volcano vs. Dante's Peak (1997)

    Episode 1: Volcano vs. Dante's Peak (1997) Don't BLOW your top, we got all the lava lowdown you can handle! Twin films are films with the same or similar plots produced and released at the same time by different film studios. This common phenomenon results in two or more production companies investing in similar scripts at the same time, then engaging in a race to film and distribute these competing movies to audiences. Join us in the first episode as we break down Volcano vs. Dante's Peak. These twin films from 1997 were both blockbuster action movies about VOLCANIC disasters. The episode also features a segment with a special guest: Pat McClung, the VFX Supervisor on Dante's Peak. Upcoming Episodes: EPISODE TWO: A Bug’s Life vs. Antz (1998) Premieres on 2/15/2024 EPISODE THREE: The Prestige vs. The Illusionist (2006) Drops on 3/15/2024 EPISODE FOUR: Weird Science vs. Real Genius (1985) Comes out on 4/15/2024 If you don't want to rewatch these two film, not to worry - we'll break down all the action, cast & crew, and give unique behind the scenes insights into both films before we ultimately pick a winner. After each episode - you can weigh in on your favorite and vote in our audience polls. Make sure to subscribe for all the latest updates.

    50 min
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TWIN FILMS are two distinct movies with similar subject matter that were released within a year of each other and produced by different studios. Each episode we revisit classic TWIN FILMS throughout cinematic history. We break down each film, their cast & crew and pick a winner!

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  • Creator
    Drew Barnett-Hamilton & Ernesto Sandoval
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    7
  • Rating
    Explicit
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