Each week, Danielle and Brenton discuss a movie from the Internet Movie Database list of best films, as rated by IMDb account holders. Starting with #1, they are counting up the best movies of all time and looking into some of the greatest films you mightn't ever have seen. An 'Honorable Mention' episode is released once a month, discussing a great film that didn't quite make the Top 250 list.
Honorable Mention - The Martian
The Martian - Rated at 8.0 / 10 on the IMDb as of June 2020, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes the fun and creative problem-solving narrative, and an in-depth comparison between the film and the novel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2/1/2021 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 22 seconds
Episode #56 - Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark
Raiders of the Lost Ark - The #56 movie on the IMDb as of May 2020, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes a brief breakdown of the entire series, and a conversation on whether this is actually a good movie. (It's not).P.S. We understand the movie is just called 'Raiders of the Lost Ark' and not 'Indiana Jones and the...' but the other 4 movies have the prefix title, and it's brand recognition, so forgive us. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
1/1/2021 • 51 minutes, 58 seconds
Episode #55 - Memento
Memento - The #55 movie on the IMDb as of May 2020, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes the unique, non-linear narrative technique, and the meaning behind the ending of the film. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12/1/2020 • 36 minutes, 30 seconds
BONUS Episode #11 - 50th Episode Spectacular!
This bonus episode is a celebration of our first 50 episodes (technically with 50 main Episodes, 12 Honorable Mentions and 10 Bonus episodes, it's actually been 72!) where we have a guest, Brenton's sister, Jessica on to have a laugh and play some games, looking over the time we've had on the WeAreDb Film Podcast so far.Be sure to reach out to us and comment via social media or email if you would like us to answer or discuss anything, either about ourselves, movies, or whatever!This episode was originally published on May 2, 2020. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11/1/2020 • 39 minutes, 29 seconds
Episode #54 - Cinema Paradiso
Cinema Paradiso - The #50 movie on the IMDb as of May 2020, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes the heart-warming story of the main character's relationship to the cinema and movies, and a look into our memories of our small hometown cinema theaters. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10/1/2020 • 23 minutes, 58 seconds
Episode #53 - City Lights
City Lights - The #42 movie on the IMDb as of May 2020, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes a comparison to 'Modern Times' from 1936, and a look at the sweat and classic ending. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
9/1/2020 • 17 minutes, 8 seconds
Honorable Mention - Dunkirk
Dunkirk - Rated at 7.9 / 10 on the IMDb as of May 2020, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes looking into the interesting Nolan approach to a true-event war movie, and the brilliant use of sound and music throughout. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8/1/2020 • 39 minutes, 23 seconds
Episode #52 - Apocalypse Now
Apocalypse Now - The #54 movie on the IMDb as of May 2020, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes a deep-dive into the meaning and symbolism of the film, how amazing it is this movie ever got made, and a discussion about the 1991 documentary 'Hearts of Darkness: A Filmmaker's Apocalypse' on the filming of the movie. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/1/2020 • 48 minutes, 7 seconds
Episode #51 - Grave of the Fireflies
Grave of the Fireflies - The #48 movie on the IMDb as of May 2020, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes the incredibly powerful and important story, the Japanese-civilians' war backdrop, and the amazing symbolism of the 'red' versions of the character's throughout. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This uncut bonus episode is a continuation of our break down of the first 21 movies in the Marvel Cinematic Universe on the journey to Avengers: Endgame.Be sure to reach out to us and comment via social media or email if you would like us to answer or discuss anything, either about ourselves, movies, or whatever!Part 3 of 3.This episode was originally published on April 29, 2020. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5/1/2020 • 1 hour, 21 minutes, 16 seconds
WeAreDb SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT! Please listen.
We have to drastically reduce the amount of content we are producing through this podcast, despite really enjoying producing it, and we love hearing all the feedback and support from you guys.This won’t be goodbye forever (we enjoy doing this too much!) but we will go from releasing 6 episodes per month, including an Honorable Mention and Patreon Bonus episode, to aiming to release 1 per month total.It has been 50 main episodes, 12 Honorable Mentions, 10 Bonus episodes, 6 different special guests over 12 episodes, 11000+ listens from 47 different countries.We’d personally like to thank all of the guests that have been on the show so far. We will continue to be reachable on all platforms, mostly Instagram, and are still approachable for any collaborations with you fine people. Of course, please listen to all episodes currently available, show your support on Patreon, and as always, thanks for listening. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
4/29/2020 • 12 minutes, 37 seconds
Episode #50 - Alien
Alien - The #53 movie on the IMDb as of March 2020, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes the subtle and suspenseful art of this movie, and looking into the best and worst traits of the entire horror movie genre.Be sure to check out 'In Love With the Process' podcast if you love filmmaking and getting behind the art! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
4/27/2020 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 35 seconds
Episode #49 - Rear Window
Rear Window - The #51 movie on the IMDb as of March 2020, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes the creative visual story-telling by Hitchcock, and the relationship between Jeff and Lisa. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
4/20/2020 • 25 minutes, 53 seconds
Honorable Mention - Primal Fear
Primal Fear - Rated at 7.7 / 10 on the IMDb as of March 2020, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes the brilliant performances by the actors (and characters), and the great character arc depicted from the hard-cut ending. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
4/17/2020 • 27 minutes, 12 seconds
Episode #48 - Joker
Joker - The #49 movie on the IMDb as of March 2020, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes the many influences of the film, and the strong theme of mental health running throughout. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
4/13/2020 • 40 minutes, 24 seconds
Episode #47 - Casablanca
Casablanca - The #50 movie on the IMDb as of March 2020, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes the unique wartime setting, and the (possible) hidden meaning to Bogart's character. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This uncut bonus episode is a continuation of our break down of the first 21 movies in the Marvel Cinematic Universe on the journey to Avengers: Endgame.Be sure to reach out to us and comment via social media or email if you would like us to answer or discuss anything, either about ourselves, movies, or whatever!Part 2 of 3.This episode was originally published via Patreon on March 27, 2020. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3/27/2020 • 36 minutes, 38 seconds
Episode #46 - The Prestige
The Prestige - The #46 movie on the IMDb as of March 2020, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes the intense ethical problems arisen by the characters (particularly Hugh Jackman's), and Nolan's creative use of time in all his projects. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3/23/2020 • 34 minutes, 1 second
Episode #45 - Once Upon a Time in the West
Once Upon a Time in the West - The #48 movie on the IMDb as of March 2020, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes a comparison between this and The Good, the Bad and the Ugly, and an interesting look into the motivations of the main characters. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3/16/2020 • 33 minutes, 28 seconds
Honorable Mention - Dances with Wolves
Dances with Wolves - Rated at 8.0 / 10 on the IMDb as of February 2020, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes the representations of Native Americans, and whether this movie needed to be 4 hours long! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3/13/2020 • 37 minutes, 4 seconds
Episode #44 - Whiplash
Whiplash - The #46 movie on the IMDb as of February 2020, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes talks about the motivations of both main characters, and the real world effects of the movie and its messages. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3/9/2020 • 34 minutes, 5 seconds
Episode #43 - The Departed
The Departed - The #45 movie on the IMDb as of February 2020, discussed by Danielle and Brenton, with guest Jessica. The discussion includes the refreshing setting and characters to the mafia genre, and whether this movie is overrated. They talk about how confusing and illogical parts of this movie are, and whether or not it should have won Best Picture. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
NOTE: This episode was also published as an edited, cleaner version, if you'd prefer to listen to that.This uncut bonus episode starts to break down the first 21 movies in the Marvel Cinematic Universe on the journey to Avengers: Endgame.Be sure to reach out to us and comment via social media or email if you would like us to answer or discuss anything, either about ourselves, movies, or whatever!Part 1 of 3.This episode was originally published via Patreon on February 28, 2020. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This Bonus Episode starts to break down the first 21 movies in the Marvel Cinematic Universe on the journey to Endgame.Please see We Are Db on Patreon to listen to the remaining episodes on Phase 2 and Phase 3, as well as other bonus episodes, and every usual episode uncut and unedited, over on Patreon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2/28/2020 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 52 seconds
Episode #42 - The Intouchables
The Intouchables - The #44 movie on the IMDb as of February 2020, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes a comparison of this to The Upside, and the genuine and human relationships between the characters / actors. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2/24/2020 • 31 minutes
Episode #41 - Gladiator
Gladiator - The #42 movie on the IMDb as of February 2020, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes our disagreement on whether this is actually a good movie, and the interesting historical setting of the movie. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2/17/2020 • 35 minutes, 43 seconds
Honorable Mention - Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban - Rated at 7.9 / 10 on the IMDb as of February 2020, discussed by Danielle and Brenton, with guest Jessica. The discussion includes a rather thorough break-down of the entire Harry Potter series, as well as looking into which films are best for different reasons, and comparing elements of the films with the books. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2/14/2020 • 1 hour, 24 minutes, 26 seconds
Episode #40 - Psycho
Psycho - The #41 movie on the IMDb as of January 2020, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes the influence of the iconic music and scenes, and thinking critically about what is actually 'psycho' about Norman Bates. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2/10/2020 • 29 minutes, 20 seconds
Episode #39 - Modern Times
Modern Times - The #40 movie on the IMDb as of January 2020, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes a look into the context this movie was released in, and what iconic comedy performances Chaplin had influence on in the following decades. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2/3/2020 • 24 minutes, 9 seconds
BONUS Episode #7 - Technology and film!
This uncut bonus episode talks about colour movies, ethnic misrepresentations, and questionable uses of technology in film. Danielle and Brenton talk about the history of animation, and an interesting discussion around where identity technology can go in the future, and the ethical issues it presents.Be sure to reach out to us and comment via social media or email if you would like us to answer or discuss anything, either about ourselves, movies, or whatever!This episode was originally published via Patreon on January 31, 2020. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
1/31/2020 • 47 minutes, 34 seconds
Episode #38 - The Pianist
The Pianist - The #39 movie on the IMDb as of January 2020, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes how the war and Holocaust has been represented in cinema, and that this film focuses on a more personal civilian story than most other films. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
1/27/2020 • 31 minutes, 6 seconds
Episode #37 - Terminator 2: Judgment Day
Terminator 2: Judgment Day - The #38 movie on the IMDb as of December 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion breaks-down why this sequel is better than the first, and a quick look into the paradoxes proposed in the movie. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
1/20/2020 • 33 minutes, 57 seconds
Honorable Mention - Titanic
Titanic - Rated at 7.8 / 10 on the IMDb as of January 2020, discussed by Danielle and Brenton, with special guest Dan LeFebvre of the 'Based on a True Story' podcast. The discussion includes the accuracy of the events seen in the movie, and the sheer scale of the production and its wake.Be sure to check out 'Based on a True Story' podcast for a detailed comparison of reality and film events, for over 150 titles! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
1/17/2020 • 44 minutes, 40 seconds
Episode #36 - Back to the Future
Back to the Future - The #37 movie on the IMDb as of December 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes some of the Easter eggs and goofy 80s-comedy flaws, but how it still manages to be a fun, timeless classic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
1/13/2020 • 28 minutes, 21 seconds
Episode #35 - American History X
American History X - The #36 movie on the IMDb as of December 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes thoughtfully exploring the etymology of the N-word, and looking into the interesting arc of Norton's character. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
1/6/2020 • 29 minutes, 42 seconds
BONUS Episode #6 - That movie is so underrated
This uncut bonus episode lists off up to 50 movies that are great but just missed out on the IMDb's Top 250 List. Danielle and Brenton talk about some reasons why certain titles deserve the discussion and ultimately decide upon the 'Honorable Mention' movie titles for the coming future.Be sure to reach out to us and comment via social media or email if you would like us to answer or discuss anything, either about ourselves, movies, or whatever!This episode was originally published via Patreon on January 3, 2020. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
1/3/2020 • 1 hour, 9 minutes, 21 seconds
Episode #34 - The Lion King
The Lion King - The #34 movie on the IMDb as of December 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton, with guest Jessica. The discussion includes a comparison to the new 2019 version, and talk about what is the greatest animated movie of all time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12/30/2019 • 36 minutes, 2 seconds
Episode #33 - Parasite
Parasite - The #33 movie on the IMDb as of December 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes the motivations of all characters, and the single moments that changed this movie completely.The conversation on Parasite itself starts at 13.30. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12/16/2019 • 48 minutes, 48 seconds
Honorable Mention - Apocalypto
Apocalypto - Rated at 7.8 / 10 on the IMDb as of September 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes the accurate depiction of the Mayan culture, and the bad-ass moves seen in the third act! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12/13/2019 • 47 minutes, 59 seconds
Episode #32 - The Usual Suspects
The Usual Suspects - The #31 movie on the IMDb as of December 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes a comparison with Se7en from the same year, and what makes a good movie twist ending. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12/9/2019 • 20 minutes, 19 seconds
Episode #31 - Harakiri
Harakiri - The #32 movie on the IMDb as of December 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes a quick comparison between this film and Seven Samurai, and talks about the artistic quality of Japanese cinema. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12/2/2019 • 20 minutes, 16 seconds
BONUS Episode #5 - That movie changed my life
This uncut bonus episode answers 10 questions from the 30-day film challenge. Danielle and Brenton talk about some of the most surprising movies, good and bad, and discuss which movies have impacted their lives the most.Be sure to reach out to us and comment via social media or email if you would like us to answer or discuss anything, either about ourselves, movies, or whatever!Part 3 of 3.This episode was originally published via Patreon on November 29, 2019. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11/29/2019 • 59 minutes, 53 seconds
Episode #30 - Interstellar
Interstellar - The #30 movie on the IMDb as of September 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes the impressive and accurate scientific theories portrayed, and why the fate of the Earth is coming to an end. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11/25/2019 • 57 minutes
Episode #29 - Léon: The Professional
Léon: The Professional - The #29 movie on the IMDb as of September 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes the differences between French and American Indie films, and whether the character of Matilda is likeable and what are her motivations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11/18/2019 • 38 minutes, 34 seconds
Honorable Mention - Monster
Monster - Rated at 7.3 / 10 on the IMDb as of October 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton, with special guests Dasha German and Gabriela Kostadinova. The discussion includes the current representation of women in the film industry, and the journey and experiences of making their new project 'Bad Trip'. (The conversation regarding Monster doesn't actually start until 43.35)Be sure to check out Feelreal Films for more on 'Bad Trip', or follow the ladies on Instagram for more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11/18/2019 • 1 hour, 7 minutes, 51 seconds
Episode #28 - The Green Mile
The Green Mile - The #28 movie on the IMDb as of September 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes a comparison to the Shawshank Redemption, and the reasons why we think the film isn't regarded higher on the list. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11/18/2019 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 35 seconds
Episode #27 - Spirited Away
Spirited Away - The #27 movie on the IMDb as of September 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton, with special guest Miranda Sanchez from IGN. The discussion includes the hidden symbolism detail throughout, and some of the differences between American and Japanese animation films. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
9/16/2019 • 35 minutes, 34 seconds
BONUS Episode #4 - Comedies are hard to do well
This uncut bonus episode answers 10 questions from the 30-day film challenge. Danielle and Brenton talk about some of the most disappointing or depressing movies, and discuss some of their favourite animated movies of all time.Be sure to reach out to us and comment via social media or email if you would like us to answer or discuss anything, either about ourselves, movies, or whatever!Part 2 of 3.This episode was originally published via Patreon on September 13, 2019. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
9/13/2019 • 41 minutes, 48 seconds
Episode #26 - Saving Private Ryan
Saving Private Ryan - The #26 movie on the IMDb as of August 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes a deep breakdown of war and war films, and the amazing little elements, symbolism and character developments by Spielberg throughout the film. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
9/9/2019 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 36 seconds
Episode #25 - Life is Beautiful
Life is Beautiful - The #25 movie on the IMDb as of July 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes the incredible mixture of comedy and drama, and the clever foregrounding and story-telling techniques used by Benigni. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8/19/2019 • 24 minutes, 21 seconds
Honorable Mention - Planet of the Apes
Planet of the Apes - Rated at 8.0 / 10 on the IMDb as of August 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes a brief break-down of the entire franchise, and their representation on the science, religion and culture of humanity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8/16/2019 • 39 minutes, 45 seconds
Episode #24 - It's a Wonderful Life
It's a Wonderful Life - The #24 movie on the IMDb as of August 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes the influences of finances on mental depression, and the clever set-up / high-concept of the film. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8/12/2019 • 35 minutes, 12 seconds
Episode #23 - The Silence of the Lambs
The Silence of the Lambs - The #24 movie on the IMDb as of July 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton, with guest Jessica. The discussion includes the fascinating approach to criminal psychology, and the subtle motifs used to provoke a feeling from the audience. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8/5/2019 • 43 minutes, 5 seconds
BONUS Episode #3 - That movie should have won Best Picture!
This uncut bonus episode answers 10 questions from the 30-day film challenge. Danielle and Brenton talk about some of the best (and worst) Oscars winners from the last few years, and discuss some of their favourite movies of all time.Be sure to reach out to us and comment via social media or email if you would like us to answer or discuss anything, either about ourselves, movies, or whatever!Part 1 of 3.This episode was originally published via Patreon on August 2, 2019. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
8/2/2019 • 45 minutes, 54 seconds
Episode #22 - Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope
Star Wars, Episode IV: A New Hope - The #23 movie on the IMDb as of July 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes the ambitious Sci-Fi concept for audiences upon initial release, and how the special effects stand up pretty well, over 40 years later. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/29/2019 • 35 minutes, 13 seconds
Episode #21 - City of God
City of God - The #22 movie on the IMDb as of July 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes a comparison to traditional crime-drama films, and the multicultural and architecturally diverse setting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/22/2019 • 27 minutes, 10 seconds
Honorable Mention - Brokeback Mountain
Brokeback Mountain - Rated at 7.7 / 10 on the IMDb as of July 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes the outstanding acting from Ledger and Gyllenhaal, and the tragic reality of homosexuality through the 60s and 70s. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/19/2019 • 42 minutes, 29 seconds
Episode #20 - Se7en
Seven - The #20 movie on the IMDb as of July 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton, with special guest Mike Pecci of the 'In Love with the Process' podcast. The discussion includes Fincher's amazing direction, and where film really stands up in today's cinematic climate.Be sure to check out 'In Love With the Process' podcast if you love filmmaking and getting behind the art! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/15/2019 • 1 hour, 25 minutes, 24 seconds
Episode #19 - Seven Samurai
Seven Samurai - The #19 movie on the IMDb as of July 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes the huge influence of this film and Kurosawa's work, and how a foreign-language, black-and-white film from the 1950s, set in 1586, can still hold up so well today! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/8/2019 • 50 minutes, 4 seconds
BONUS Episode #2 - What else deserves to be on the IMDb Top 250?
This uncut bonus episode is a continuation of last month's episode, that saw Danielle and Brenton talking about which films aren't on the list but still deserve a discussion, and trying to decide on upcoming Honorable Mention episodes.For our first 2 bonus episodes, we just turned on the microphone while we were having a discussion on what should be ranked higher on the IMDb, and this is not our usually recording setup and we apologise if it may sound a little different.Be sure to reach out to us and comment via social media or email if you would like us to answer or discuss anything, either about ourselves, movies, or whatever!Part 2 of 2.This episode was originally published via Patreon on July 5, 2019. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/5/2019 • 42 minutes, 26 seconds
Episode #18 - The Matrix
The Matrix - The #18 movie on the IMDb as of June 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes the now cliche, but awesome, one-liners and action scenes, and the many religious symbols throughout. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7/1/2019 • 48 minutes, 31 seconds
Episode #17 - Goodfellas
Goodfellas - The #18 movie on the IMDb as of May 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes the comparisons between Goodfellas and The Godfather series, and Henry's motivation for his character arc. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
6/24/2019 • 25 minutes, 51 seconds
Honorable Mention - Rain Man
Rain Man - Rated at 8.0 / 10 on the IMDb as of May 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes the outstanding acting from Cruise and Hoffman, and a breakdown of Brenton's Autism spectrum disorder. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5/24/2019 • 40 minutes, 41 seconds
Episode #16 - One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest
One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest - The #17 movie on the IMDb as of May 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton, with guest Jessica. The discussion includes the comparisons between the mental health practices of the 1960's and today, and the questionable practices of Nurse Ratched. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5/20/2019 • 41 minutes, 32 seconds
Episode #15 - The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers
The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers - The #16 movie on the IMDb as of May 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The episode includes the comparison between this trilogy and the Harry Potter series (and we forgot the fact that the main character in each has a burning scar!). For a spoiler-free broad conversation about The Lord of the Rings and Tolkien's work, please see Episode #7 - The Return of the King. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5/13/2019 • 37 minutes, 3 seconds
BONUS Episode #1 - Why does Danielle hate horror movies?
This uncut bonus episode sees Danielle and Brenton talking about what Danielle's horror movie limits are with her anxiety, foreign language films on the list, and trying to decide on upcoming Honorable Mention episodes.For our first 2 bonus episodes, we just turned on the microphone while we were having a discussion on what should be ranked higher on the IMDb, and this is not our usually recording setup and we apologise if it may sound a little different.Be sure to reach out to us and comment via social media or email if you would like us to answer or discuss anything, either about ourselves, movies, or whatever!Part 1 of 2.This episode was originally published via Patreon on May 10, 2019. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5/10/2019 • 44 minutes, 49 seconds
Episode #14 - Inception
Inception - The #15 movie on the IMDb as of May 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes defining the Nolan style and great modern directors, and a breakdown of the complex storyline.The episode begins with a brief conversation about whether or not you need to see the MCU movies in order to watch Avengers: Endgame; Please listen and comment. This is also the reasoning why Inception is (temporarily) ranked at #15, and not #14, at the time of this recording. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
5/6/2019 • 48 minutes, 40 seconds
Episode #13 - Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back
Star Wars, Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back - The #13 movie on the IMDb as of April 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes why this is the best Star Wars movie ever made, and briefly ranking the series so far. The episode begins with a broad, spoiler-free conversation about Star Wars for those who haven't seen the series, with the specific discussion on The Empire Strikes Back starting at 22:42. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
4/29/2019 • 34 minutes, 12 seconds
Honorable Mention - The Revenant
The Revenant - Rated at 8.0 / 10 on the IMDb as of April 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton, with guest Jessica. The discussion includes the beautiful cinematography, and extended conversations about the underlying messages of climate change and first nations representations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
4/26/2019 • 1 hour, 12 minutes, 21 seconds
Episode #12 - Forrest Gump
Forrest Gump - The #12 movie on the IMDb as of March 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes the other ridiculous anecdotes from the film and novel, and whether or not Jenny is a bad person. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
4/22/2019 • 29 minutes, 45 seconds
Episode #11 - The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring - The #11 movie on the IMDb as of April 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The episode includes whether this is a film or just part of a film, and Gandalf's plan for the Fellowship all along. For a spoiler-free broad conversation about The Lord of the Rings and Tolkien's work, please see Episode #7 - The Return of the King. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
4/15/2019 • 35 minutes, 58 seconds
Episode #10 - Fight Club
Fight Club - The #10 movie on the IMDb as of February 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes Tyler Durden's Buddhist philosophy, and Fincher's creative story-telling methods.This episode is a re-record due to losing the original audio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
4/8/2019 • 21 minutes, 54 seconds
Episode #9 - The Good, the Bad and the Ugly
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly - The #9 movie on the IMDb as of March 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes a summary of the entire 'Man With no Name' trilogy, and why this is the best Western ever made. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
4/1/2019 • 35 minutes, 8 seconds
Honorable Mention - The Godfather: Part 3
The Godfather: Part 3 - Rated at 7.6 / 10 on the IMDb as of March 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes the character developments of old and new, and how they decided to finally end the saga. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3/29/2019 • 32 minutes, 37 seconds
Episode #8 - Pulp Fiction
Pulp Fiction - The #8 movie on the IMDb as of March 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes Tarantino's filmography and distinct style, and why we think John Travolta's character is the central aspect of the film. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3/25/2019 • 33 minutes, 20 seconds
Episode #7 - The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King
The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King - The #7 movie on the IMDb as of March 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes why 'The Lord of the Rings' trilogy is the greatest movie trilogy ever made, and the many long endings of the series.The episode begins with a broad conversation about series and Tolkien's work, with the specific discussion on The Return of the King starting at 23:34. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3/18/2019 • 47 minutes, 56 seconds
Episode #6 - Schindler's List
Schindler's List - The #6 movie on the IMDb as of March 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton, with special guest Dan LeFebvre of the 'Based on a True Story' podcast. The discussion includes the sheer importance of films like this, and the comparison between history and Hollywood's version of history.Be sure to check out 'Based on a True Story' podcast for a detailed comparison of reality and film events, for over 100 titles! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3/11/2019 • 47 minutes, 40 seconds
Episode #5 - 12 Angry Men
12 Angry Men - The #5 movie on the IMDb as of January 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes the excellent directing from Lumet, and what we would do in that situation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3/4/2019 • 16 minutes, 41 seconds
Honorable Mention - Arrival
Arrival - Rated at 7.9 / 10 on the IMDb as of February 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes a new director Renaissance, and the differences between the characters' decisions toward the end. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
3/1/2019 • 39 minutes, 6 seconds
Episode #4 - The Dark Knight
The Dark Knight - The #4 movie on the IMDb as of December 2018, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes the two different tones of the Superhero genre, and Heath Ledger's memorable performance as the Joker. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2/25/2019 • 29 minutes, 47 seconds
Episode #3 - The Godfather: Part 2
The Godfather: Part 2 - The #3 movie on the IMDb as of February 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes the solid grounding of the character of Vito Corleone, and how that reflects his son's life as the Don. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2/18/2019 • 34 minutes, 17 seconds
Episode #2 - The Godfather
The Godfather - The #2 movie on the IMDb as of January 2019, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes women in the mafia, and the important development of all the characters. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2/11/2019 • 41 minutes, 11 seconds
Episode #1 - The Shawshank Redemption
The Shawshank Redemption - The #1 movie on the IMDb as of December 2018, discussed by Danielle and Brenton. The discussion includes the differences between the novella and film, and why we think this deserves the top spot on the IMDb. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2/4/2019 • 26 minutes, 32 seconds
Welcome to We Are Db - Introduction
An opportunity to expand on who are Danielle and Brenton, and what you can look forward to with the show.Each week, Danielle and Brenton discuss a movie from the Internet Movie Database list of best films, as rated by IMDb account holders.Starting with #1, they are counting up the best movies of all time and looking into some of the greatest films you mightn't ever have seen.An 'Honorable Mention' episode is released once a month, discussing a great film that didn't quite make the Top 250 list. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.