They Remade It: The Movie Comparison Podcast

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 ---------- Socials ---------- @ItRemade on Twitter theyremadeit@gmail.com

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 ---------- Socials ---------- @ItRemade on Twitter theyremadeit@gmail.com

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 sisters 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 ---------- Socials ---------- @ItRemade on Twitter theyremadeit@gmail.com

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 ---------- Socials ---------- @ItRemade on Twitter theyremadeit@gmail.com

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 ---------- Socials ---------- @ItRemade on Twitter theyremadeit@gmail.com

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 ---------- Socials ---------- @ItRemade on Twitter theyremadeit@gmail.com

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 ---------- Socials ---------- @ItRemade on Twitter theyremadeit@gmail.com

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 ---------- Socials ---------- @ItRemade on Twitter theyremadeit@gmail.com

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 ---------- Socials ---------- @ItRemade on Twitter theyremadeit@gmail.com

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 ---------- Socials ---------- @ItRemade on Twitter theyremadeit@gmail.com

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 ---------- Socials ---------- @ItRemade on Twitter theyremadeit@gmail.com

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 ---------- Socials ---------- @ItRemade on Twitter theyremadeit@gmail.com

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 ---------- Socials ---------- @ItRemade on Twitter theyremadeit@gmail.com

After a bit longer of a delay than either would've liked, Stuart and Jacob have returned and their talking apes. Did you know that they have their own planet? And the it's status of being a completely separate entity or Earth in the future is slightly muddled along the way. Just how confusing can the Tim Burton adaptation manage to make things? And does the original 1968 version deserve it's rank as a seminal sci-fi classic? Also in this episode are some light musings on The Whale, love for Dr. Zaius, shafting the late David Warner in favor of more Paul Giamatti, and no seriously, what is the deal with the Tim Burton ending? All this and more on They Remade It! Plot Synopsis Timestamps: 22:22 - 32:55 ---------- Socials ---------- @ItRemade on Twitter theyremadeit@gmail.com

New year, new movies for Stuart and Jacob to talk about. Speaking of, Jacob felt a little down starting 2022 off with Space Jam, as neither film was all that great. So back to the drawing board as the duo discusses two John Carpenter classics! Does Escape from New York hold up, and is Escape from L.A. as rough as people say? Also in this episode is Jacob's refusal to be Skinamarink-pilled, discussion about the talented Ernest Borgnine, a brief tangent on the Rob Schneider's contributions to the film medium, and a bit more praise for Roland Emmerich's Independence Day. All this and more on They Remade It! Plot Synopsis Timestamps: 26:41 - 34:30 ---------- Socials ---------- @ItRemade on Twitter theyremadeit@gmail.com

2022 has had it's ups and downs for sure, but Stuart and Jacob are both looking ahead to the new year with promise, bright-eyed and bushy-tailed as nana used to say. Of course, there are plenty of releases to look forward to in the new year as well... aren't there? 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), 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! ---------- Socials ---------- @ItRemade on Twitter theyremadeit@gmail.com

Stuart and Jacob are ending off the year by talking about the Grinch, in all of his forms. Literally! They have a habit for going big for the final episode of the year, so why not once again discuss 3 movies (well, 2 movies and an animated special) to round out 2022. How does the mean miser fare across his various adaptations? Time to tune in and find out! Also in this episode is discussion about the OTHER Grinch specials (there are at least 2), Benedict Cumberbatch's underwhelming performance, the different musical stylings displayed in each take, and a rant about the current state of animated feature films to top off the whole discussion. All this and more on They Remade It! Plot Synopsis Timestamps: 17:35 - 26:30 ---------- Socials ---------- @ItRemade on Twitter theyremadeit@gmail.com

A Christmas classic to be certain, and a remake Stuart and Jacob have been longing to cover no doubt. A holiday romp about the joy of the season quickly turns into a courtroom drama in both films being discussed here, and the stakes for Santa have never been higher! How do both of these resolve, and does one handle it's premise better than the other? Also in this episode is Aqua Teen talk (at long last), Edmund Gwenn's stunning performance as Saint Nick, Richard  Richard Attenborough's creepier take, and a heaping helping of disdain for incidental music in 90's family films. All this and more on They Remade It! Plot Synopsis Timestamps: 22:33 - 28:15 ---------- Socials ---------- @ItRemade on Twitter theyremadeit@gmail.com

Halloween has come and gone, but doesn't mean that Stuart and Jacob can't talk about something else that's horror adjacent. And good news for the two of them, it's also musical and sci-fi related as well, combining a favorite genre of each person into one movie! Does the television-made remake hold a candle to the cult classic original? Be sure to tune in and find out. Also in this episode is some discussion of recent horror movies well after Halloween 2022 has already passed, talks on multiple potential future episodes, debates on the merits of similar sounding soundtracks, and nothing but reverence for Tim Curry. All this and more on They Remade It! Plot Synopsis Timestamps: 27:00 - 34:00 ---------- Socials ---------- @ItRemade on Twitter theyremadeit@gmail.com

And so Halloween 2022 comes to a close, and once more Stuart and Jacob have decided to take a look at a horror film many consider to be a classic and it's more contemporary counterpart. With the likes of Vincent Price, Jeff Goldblum, and Geena Davis rounding out the casts of the movies, they're sure to be entertained. But where do they stand on this penultimate horror episode of 2022? Yes, penultimate, another is coming soon... Also in this episode is a brief interlude on the then-recent Mario movie trailer, a look into the mind of all Goldblum characters, the creepy creations of Cronenberg, and numerous questions about baboons. All this and more on They Remade It! Plot Synopsis Timestamps: 21:00 - 28:00 ---------- Socials ---------- @ItRemade on Twitter theyremadeit@gmail.com