Cast-A-Role: A Movie Podcast

Episode 41 - This Is Spinal Tap Review, Turn It Up To Eleven

Turn It Up to Eleven! In this latest episode of Cast-A-Role, we dive deep into the legendary rock mockumentary This Is Spinal Tap (1984). Join us as we break down Rob Reiner’s iconic cult classic, exploring why This Is Spinal Tap is still one of the greatest comedy movies of all time.
We’ll review the funniest moments, the unforgettable characters like Nigel Tufnel and David St. Hubbins, and the film’s groundbreaking “mockumentary” style that paved the way for shows like The Office and Parks and Recreation. Whether you’re a hardcore rock fan, a comedy lover, or a movie buff, this This Is Spinal Tap review is packed with trivia, behind-the-scenes stories, and quotes that prove why “these amps go to eleven.”
Tune in to hear:
A full This Is Spinal Tap movie summary and review
Why This Is Spinal Tap remains a must-watch rock comedy
How this film influenced modern mockumentaries
And just maybe you'll get to hear one of Jim's legendary rants
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Episode 40 - Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, A Martial Arts Movie Masterpiece?

We’re back, and we’ve got our hidden strings attached, and we’re flying through the trees as wee discus Ang Lee’s wuxia masterpiece, Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon from the year 2000.
We perform a deep-dive on the cast, such as Michelle Yeoh and Chow Yun-fats career defining performances. The beautifully constructed fight choreography, the Green Destiny sword lore, and lasting impact on world cinema, that turned this Chinese art house films, into a must see blockbuster.
 

Episode 39 - Top Gun Review, Highyway To The Danger Zone

Talk to Me, Goose: Is Top Gun Still King Of The Skies?
Description:In this episode, we’re hopping into the cockpit and revisiting Top Gun—the high-flying ‘80s classic that gave us Tom Cruise as Maverick, unforgettable aerial stunts, and one of the most iconic soundtracks of all time (you're already humming them, aren't you?). Whether you’ve seen it 50 times or are just now getting around to it, Top Gun is one of those movies that never stops being cool.
We chat about what made Top Gun such a hit in 1986, from the epic jet sequences and bromances to the real-life impact it had on Navy recruitment. 
Expect fun facts, and a little trivia, but did we have a whole lot of love for the need… the need for speed?
 
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Episode 38 - Trainspotting Review, Sex, Drugs and Boyle's Brilliance

This week on Cast-A-Role, we’re diving headfirst into the wild, messy, unforgettable world of Trainspotting - Danny Boyle’s 90s cult classic that gave us Choose Life, Iggy Pop, and one of the most iconic toilet scenes in movie history.
In this episode, we discuss:
Why Trainspotting is such an important film, and what made it the cult classic it is today
Ewan McGregor's performance as Renton
Addiction, Friendship - and how the film doesn't pull any punches
We discuss some of our favourite moments, including the soundtrack
Jim has a fascinating thought on the ending
If you grew up quoting Begbie or just watched it for the first time, we’ve got takes, trivia, and plenty of “WTF?” moments to unpack.
Hit play and let’s take a trip (pun intended) back to 90s Edinburgh.
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Episode 37 - The Godfather, The Best Film EVER??

This week on Cast-A-Role, we’re breaking down one of the most iconic films in cinema history: The Godfather. Directed by Francis Ford Coppola and starring Marlon Brando and Al Pacino, this 1972 classic didn’t just redefine the gangster genre — it changed movies forever.
In this episode, we unpack:
The film’s influence on Hollywood and modern storytelling
The transformation of Michael Corleone and what it says about power and identity
Key performances, unforgettable scenes, and why they still resonate
The real-life inspiration behind the Corleone family and the legacy of mafia films
Whether you're revisiting The Godfather or watching it for the first time, this conversation is packed with insights, analysis, and admiration for one of cinema’s true masterpieces (well, at least from 2 of us).
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Episode 36 - Herrrrrrre's Jimmy! The Shining Review and Recasting

With yet another tantalizing movie review, your new favourite movie podcast is back.
It's our season finale, and we've picked a big one. We review Stanley Kubrick's 1980 adaptation of Stephen King's 1977 novel of the same name, The Shining.
Expect the usual hijinks from the trio as we give our opinions on what many consider one of the greatest horror movies of all time.
 

Episode 35 - Like Ketchup With Steak, The Man That Knew Too Little Review and Recasting

We are back again with another new episode, and this time, we are doing a Patreon-suggested movie, Bill Murrays, The Man That Knew Too Little.
We begin this week discussing steak, and Nick gives one of the worst opinions EVER!
Sam goes off piste, and plugs a Youtube channel, which leads to Jim giving a stong soupy opinion
Then Jim ends "What we've been watching" with a STRONG opinion.
We then begrudgingly discuss possibly the worst movie we've covered to date.
Nick continues his trend of giving awful opinions
And Sam treats us to an Audio Aperitif with a bit of a difference.

Episode 34 - Metal Gear Solid The Movie

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The team are back with another Cast A Role - it's video game movie pitch time! It's also Jim's birthday.
This week, rather than discussing what they've been watching, they talk about what they've been playing. Sam reveals a life lesson. Nick reveals his new-found cult leadership.
Then the crew get into one of the most iconic video game franchises of all time - Hideo Kojima's Metal Gear Solid - with Jim, Sam and Nick each pitching their own vision for bringing the game to the big screen. Prepare yourself, one pitch heads in a VERY interesting direction.
We end by revealing our first-ever Patreon member film pick, followed by a special gaming edition of Audio Aperitif.

Episode 33 - Spaceballs, Review and Recast

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You voted in your masses and asked for it, so we did it, and with a sequel in the works, it made perfect sense.
We have reviewed and recast, Mel Brook's 1987 Sci-Fi spoof, Spaceballs.
This week Jim gives his thoughts on The Substance, which leads to a little extra discussion with Sam
Nick gets put under the spotlight
Jim has a mare (or 2)
Together we come up with much better jokes (seriously Mel, give us a call)
During our recasting, all hell breaks loose as Jim has a case of mistaken identity
And we wrap things up with the return of Audio Aperitif
 

Episode 32 - Nosferatu Review

How have we already made it through January? Well, we certainly aren't slowing down, and Nick has finally managed to get Jim and Sam to sit down and watch a horror film.
The guys went together to the cinema to sit down and watch Robert Eggers, Nosferatu.
We begin this week by discussing the career of the recently passed David Lynch.
Sam declares he's already found his film of 2025.
We worked out what we believed would make up the musical to end all musicals.
And we of course deep dive into Nosferatu, not before Jim has a brain fart, and Nick struggles with a date.
Of course, we can't fully agree on things, have various opinions, and make plenty of bad impressions.
Jim once again delays the mega-wheel and reveals to Sam and Nick that he has a little surprise for them.