Episodes
Sunday Jun 28, 2020
Edge of Tomorrow: Live, Kill, Repeat...
Sunday Jun 28, 2020
Sunday Jun 28, 2020
With his refusal to age and curiously immobile hairline, Tom Cruise clearly knows a thing or two about time travel. In the final instalment of our current mini-season, we take a look back at one of his better roles of recent years, the action-packed blockbuster Edge of Tomorrow.
Join us as we discuss Cruise (briefly) playing against type, attempt to navigate the huge leaps in logic this movie demands of us, and debate whether the film would have enjoyed a stronger box office run with its intended title Live, Die Repeat...
We've also got drinking games, listener reviews and of course our sequel pitches. Think you've got a better idea? Find us on social media and let us know!
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Every week on Beyond The Box Set, we take a classic standalone movie, dissect the plot and compete to pitch the most ridiculous prequel, sequel or spin-off ideas to bring them back to the big screen. We've been on this ride for over three years now, and no matter how many times you kill us, we'll just keep coming back...
If you enjoy the show, please hit subscribe to receive a new episode every Monday morning, and consider leaving us a rating or review - it really helps us to build our audience and improve our visibility.
00.00: J-Squad needed to pick an accent and stick to it
42:50 Edge of Tomorrow Drinking Games
50.00: Edge of Tomorrow: Live, Kill Repeat
1.06.00: Edge of Tomorrow: Jellicle Squad
1.20.10: Episode 173 Preview & Listener Submissions
Monday Jun 22, 2020
See You Yesterday
Monday Jun 22, 2020
Monday Jun 22, 2020
With a plot that features striking parallels to the tragic recent events that sparked the global Black Lives Matter protests, we were initially concerned that See You Yesterday might prove to be too bleak for us to talk about humorously. Thankfully, the debut feature from writer-director Stefon Bristol is as charming and entertaining as it is thought provoking, offering a thoroughly modern take on the well-worn 'teens discover time travel' trope.
Initially filmed as a short, which fortuitously fell into the hands of producer Spike Lee, See You Yesterday stars Eden Duncan-Smith and Danté Crichlow as a pair of New York youths with a passion for engineering, who improbably invent a working time machine for a high school project. Being teenagers, they immediately use their new-found powers to spy on their past selves and hurl slushies at an obnoxious ex-boyfriend - until tragedy strikes and the film takes a powerful turn.
To say much more would be to spoil things, but suffice to say we both highly recommend this movie - which is available for streaming right now on Netflix. On this week's podcast, we break down the plot, brainstorm some drinking games and attempt to work the intentionally ambiguous ending into some sequel pitches.
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Normally, this is the place where we'd flog our Patreon page and ask for some reviews - but given the subject matter of this film and the moment of history we're currently living through, that doesn't feel quite appropriate. Instead, we'd like to strongly encourage you to donate to some BLM charities, do some learning, make your voice heard - or just make a point of watching a few more films by directors who aren't white men.
If you're interested in the former, here are some very good foundations who are well worth your support:
https://www.stophateuk.org/
https://secure.actblue.com/donate/ms_blm_homepage_2019
https://secure.givelively.org/donate/the-bail-project
https://www.ukblackpride.org.uk/ukbp-donate
https://www.gofundme.com/f/5mfzcp-black-girls-camping-trip
Thank you
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00.00: John is still bitter about missing the BitCoin boat
32.35: See You Yesterday Drinking Games
41.55: See You Yesterday: Rise of Justice Girl
52.30: See You Yesterday 2: See Me Tomorrow
1.03.35: Episode 172 Preview & Listener Submissions
Monday Jun 15, 2020
Source Code: Hard Reboot
Monday Jun 15, 2020
Monday Jun 15, 2020
What would you do if you only had eight minutes to live? Oh, and also, you're stuck on a train, you have no idea how you got there, and you're stuck in somebody else's body...
A fast-paced thriller from Moon director Duncan Jones, Source Code puts an action-packed spin on the Groundhog Day concept with more than a hint of Quantum Leap added to the mix. In this week's podcast we discuss the pros and cons of waking up in the body of Jake Gyllenhaal, Jeffrey Wright's bizarrely over-enunciated villainy, plot hole distraction techniques and much more - plus our usual blend of listener reviews, drinking games and sequel pitches!
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Beyond The Box Set is a movie podcast with a twist. Each week, we watch a classic standalone movie and compete to pitch the most ridiculous prequel, sequel or spin-off ideas to bring them back to the big screen. We've been discussing all of your favourites for over three years, and like a runaway train in an endless time loop, we have no intention of slowing down...
If you enjoy the show, please hit subscribe to receive a new episode every Monday morning, and consider leaving us a rating or review - it really helps us to build our audience and improve our visibility.
00.00: In praise of the ruthlessly efficient B-movie
32:50 Source Code Drinking Games
39.20: Stealing Source Code
51.20: Source Code 2: Hard Reboot
1.02.55: Episode 171 Preview & Listener Submissions
Monday Jun 08, 2020
The Groundhog Show
Monday Jun 08, 2020
Monday Jun 08, 2020
In the current climate, every day can feel like a repeat. So we're kicking off a season dedicated to the feeling of perpetual deja vu - beginning with the Bill Murray classic that inspired the genre. Join us as we discuss manifest destiny, horrible 90s clothes and time warp logistics as we pitch sequels for Groundhog Day!
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Each and every week on Beyond The Box Set, we compete to pitch sequel, prequel and spin-off ideas to bring classic one-off movies back to the big screen. We've been rated as a binge-worthy listen by Apple Podcasts, recommended a Podcast of the Week by The Guardian and we've achieved five-star reviews from hundreds of global listeners.
If you enjoy the show, please hit subscribe to receive a new episode every Monday morning, and consider leaving us a rating or review - it really helps us to build our audience and improve our visibility.
00.00: What exactly is a Groundhog?
34.15: Groundhog Day Drinking Games
42.40: A Very Groundhog Christmas
58.20: The Groundhog Show
1.11.10: Episode 170 Preview & Listener Submissions
Tuesday May 19, 2020
Ed Wood: The Softcore Years
Tuesday May 19, 2020
Tuesday May 19, 2020
An avowed lover of classic horror and campy 50s B-movies, it's difficult to imagine anybody but Tim Burton pulling off an Ed Wood biopic. Released at the height of his early 90s powers - directly between The Nightmare Before Christmas and Mars Attacks! - the film makes the inspired choice to celebrate Wood's spirit and sincere love of filmmaking, rather than sneer at his directorial shortcomings.
The film also features a career-best performance from Johnny Depp in the title role, with sterling support from Sarah Jessica Parker, Bill Murray and Martin Landau, who won an Oscar for his portrayal of faded horror icon Bela Lugosi.
In this week's podcast, we take a closer look at the real-life Ed Wood's career after he wrapped on the infamous Plan Nine from Outer Space. His filmmaking career continued, though it's probably safe to say there's a reason why his later films aren't quite as well-known...
We also discuss our thoughts on Burton's interpretation of the Ed Wood story, pitch some movie drinking games and check in with our regular listeners to see what creative elevator sequel pitches they managed to come up with. Are any of them worthy of the Ed Wood seal of approval? Tune in to find out...
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Beyond The Box Set is a movie podcast with a difference. Each week, we review a classic standalone movie and compete to pitch the most ridiculous sequels, prequels and spin-offs to bring them back to the big screen. Think of it as putting a fresh twist on some old favourites... and please don't call in the lawyers - it's all just for fun!
If you enjoy the show, hit subscribe to receive a new episode direct to your inbox every Monday morning, and please consider leaving us a positive review on your preferred podcatcher - it really does help us to reach new listeners.
We also offer a wide range of incentives for dedicated listeners over on Patreon - including extended episodes, bonus shows, promo slots, crossover opportunities and much more - all for as little as $2 per month.
00.00: Remember when Johnny Depp wasn't annoying?
18.15: Ed Wood Drinking Games
27.38: Necromania! Revenge of the Virgins... and other Ed Wood classics
50.00: Episode 167 Preview & Listener Submissions
Monday May 11, 2020
The Prestige 2: Smoke & Mirrors
Monday May 11, 2020
Monday May 11, 2020
Warring magicians, mind-bending plot twists and wandering accents galore - we're back in Christopher Nolan territory this week as we pitch sequels to THE PRESTIGE, a mind-bending thriller starring Christian Bale and Hugh Jackman...
Tune in as we share our thoughts on cat cloning, unconvincing disguises, what we'd do if we had our own identical doubles and much more - plus drinking games, listener submissions and sequel pitches.
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Beyond The Box Set is a tribute to standalone cinema with a creative twist. Each week, we take a look back at a notable one-off movie and compete to pitch the most ridiculous sequels, prequels and spin-offs to bring them back to the big screen. We've recorded over 160 episodes, so find a film you love and dive in to discover a new twist on some old favourites...
If you enjoy the show, hit subscribe to receive a new episode direct to your inbox every Monday morning, and please consider leaving us a positive review on your preferred podcatcher - it really does help us to expand our listenership.
We also offer a wide range of incentives for dedicated listeners over on Patreon - including extended episodes, bonus shows, promo slots, crossover opportunities and much more - all for as little as $2 per month.
00.00: The stealth sci-fi debate
43.10: The Prestige Drinking Games
50.55: The Prestige 2: Smoke & Mirrors
1.04.10: The Prestige 2: The Final Act
1.20.00: Episode 166 Preview & Listener Submissions
Monday Apr 06, 2020
Outbreak 2: The Virus Takes Manhattan
Monday Apr 06, 2020
Monday Apr 06, 2020
Our Pandemic mini-series continues with a 90s schlock-action classic from Air Force One director Wolfgang Pietersen. Starring a miscast Dustin Hoffman, a wasted Rene Russo and actual Marcel the Monkey from Friends, it's Outbreak!
Tune in to hear our thoughts on Donald Sutherland's hairpiece of villainy, one-scene character actors seizing the moment, an alarming amount of flagrant medical malpractice and much more as we dive into a movie that may be somewhat relevant, but remains mercifully, ludicrously of its time...
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Beyond The Box Set is a British movie podcast with a twist. Every week, we take a classic standalone movie and compete to pitch creative sequel, prequel or spin-off ideas to bring them back to the big screen. From Oscar Bait to Action epics and everything in between, we're putting a new spin on all your favourite one-off screen gems!
If you enjoy the show, please hit subscribe to receive a new episode every Monday morning, and don't forget to leave us a five-star review on your preferred podcatcher! You can also sign up to our Patreon page to access a range of bonus content including bonus episodes, extended episodes, crossover opportunities and much more, all for as little as $2 per month!
00.00: Exploring Harry's childhood fear of Monkeys
48.00: Outbreak Drinking Games
54.35: Outbreak 2: Proboscis Negative
1.09.10: Outbreak 2: The Virus Takes Manhattan
1.24.55: Episode 161 Preview & Listener Submissions
Saturday Mar 28, 2020
Contagion, Actually
Saturday Mar 28, 2020
Saturday Mar 28, 2020
It's the all-star popcorn thriller that accidentally became a haunting documentary... but is Steven Soderbergh's Contagion actually a great movie, or just an unexpectedly relevant one?
In this week's podcast, we discuss film star hygiene, the perils of plotting an ensemble movie, unnecessary slut-shaming and more as we take a deep dive into a once-forgotten movie that's suddenly back on everyone's radar.
We also have our usual round of drinking games, listener submissions and a sequel pitch that ask the vital question - what if the events of this film invaded the reality of a classic festive Rom Com? Intrigued? Tune in to find out more...
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Beyond The Box Set is a viral sensation in which classic movies are infected with the most insidious virus of them all - sequel fever! Each week we discuss a timeless standalone feature and compete to pitch the most ridiculous sequel, prequel and spin-off ideas to bring them to the big screen.
If you enjoy this week's episode, please hit subscribe to receive a brand new episode every Friday morning. A positive review on your preferred podcasting app also really helps us out, and if you really like us, you can sign up to our Patreon for as little as $2 per month to access a host of exciting incentives including bonus episodes, extended episodes, a regular 30 second ad slot, crossover opportunities and much more!
00.00: Killing Gwyneth
24.30: Contagion Drinking Games
36.00: Contagion 2: Election Season
46.05: Contagion, Actually
54.00: Episode 160 Preview & Listener Submissions
Sunday Mar 22, 2020
Lucy Goosey & The Jang Gang (feat. How to Survive Your Twenties)
Sunday Mar 22, 2020
Sunday Mar 22, 2020
Luc Besson's Lucy is a wild 90 minute rollercoaster that starts off as a standard issue crime thriller before taking a hard left turn into sci-fi, time travel and dinosaurs.
Clearly, this was going to take a little bit of extra help to unpack, so on this week's podcast, we're joined by Joe & Jonah from How To Survive Your Twenties. Tune in to hear our thoughts on Scarlet Johansson's questionable moral compass, Morgan Freeman doing a TED Talk, bizarre phrasing choices and much more... plus sequel ideas, drinking games and all your usual faves...
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Beyond The Box Set is a hit British movie podcast with a difference. Every week, we don't just review a classic movie - we pitch a full blown sequel idea to bring it back to the big screen. Featuring special guests, listener interaction and a bunch of fun regular features, we're aiming to change the way you look at some of your favourite films...
If you enjoy this week's episode, please hit subscribe to receive a brand new episode every Friday morning. A positive review on your preferred podcasting app also really helps us out, and if you really like us, you can sign up to our Patreon for as little as $2 per month to access a host of exciting incentives including bonus episodes, extended episodes, a regular 30 second ad slot, crossover opportunities and much more!
00.00: The Superman problem...
58.15: Lucy Drinking Games
1.03.15: The ScarJo Cinematic Universe
1.10.45: Lucy Goosey & The Jang Gang
1.28.45: Lucy 2.0
1.41.15: Episode 159 Preview & Listener Submissions
Thursday Aug 29, 2019
Maximum Overdrive 2: Attack of the Drones
Thursday Aug 29, 2019
Thursday Aug 29, 2019
Stephen King may have written the novels that inspired dozens of iconic movies, but he's directed only one... the 80s gonzo epic 'Maximum Overdrive'.
Even King himself disowns this film as a cocaine-fuelled disaster these days, but could its audacious blend of gore, comedy and heavy metal be due for re-appraisal? Find out in this week's episode, as we discuss overly specific back-stories, terrible performances by future Simpsons actors, the definition of a road twitch and more...
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Beyond The Box Set is a movie podcast with a difference. Every week we take a look back at a standalone screen classic, before attempting to pitch creative sequel, prequel or spin-off ideas to bring them back to the big screen. We've been recommended by The Guardian, Podbean, Apple Podcasts and more, so tune in now for a journey into cinema history like no other!
If you like our show, please hit subscribe to receive a new episode every Friday morning, and don't forget to leave us a rating and a review while you're there - it really helps us to reach out to new listeners.
00.00: Yeardley Smith is right to be ashamed of this...
35.45: Maximum Overdrive Drinking Games
46.10: Maximum Overdrive 2: Attack of the Drones
51.45: Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw: Maximum Overdrive
1.04.05: Episode 132 Preview & Listener Submissions