Joining Kobi and Helen for Epsiode 37 are returning guests John Lunny and Rob Garwood for John’s choice Force Majeure.
Force Majeure (or The Tourist) is a 2014 Swedish comedy-drama, it follows a family on a skiing trip to Alps which is interrupted by a non-threatening avalanche, how the husband Tomas reacts sets in motion the actions and emotions for the rest of the film.
Nothing much actually happens in this film – apart from the complete breakdown of the foundations of marriage and questioning of masculinity and patriarchy – over two hours. Its an uncomfortable mixture of tension and humour set against a stunning snowy landscape.
Scores
| Episode Crew Name | Recommendability Score | Repeat Viewing Score | Small Screen Score | Engagement Score | Overall Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rob | 4 | 1.5 | 3 | 3 | 2.875 |
| John | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Helen | 4 | 1.5 | 4 | 4 | 3.375 |
| Kobi | 4.1 | 2 | 4.5 | 3 | 3.4 |
| AVERAGE | 4.275 | 2 | 3.875 | 3.5 | 3.41250 |
Overall Force Majeure scores 3.4 not an essential viewing but still definitely worth a look if you’re into this type of film but please don’t watch this (or any film) on your phone.
What do you guys think? Have you seen Force Majeure? What did you think? Please let us know in the comments below!
Episode #037 Crew Links
Thanks to the Episode #037 Crew of Rob Garwood (@robmakesfilms) and John Lunny (@JohnLunny) of www.mixcloud.com/john-lunny and futuremusic.fm
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More about Force Majeure
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Films New on Netflix
As well as this weeks episode we think you should know some of the best new films on Netflix UK this week. Subscribe to our newsletter to get the latest news.
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Added: 14th December 2017
Eccentric inventor Doc Brown turns a DeLorean into a time machine that inadvertently sends his young friend, Marty McFly, 30 years into the past.
Added: 14th December 2017
Marty and Doc are at it again in this sequel to the 1985 blockbuster as the time-traveling duo head to 2015 to nip some McFly family woes in the bud.
Added: 14th December 2017
Michael Moore’s documentary addresses the attacks of September 11, outlining the reasons the United States became a target for hatred and terrorism.
Added: 15th December 2017
After his daughter is killed by terrorists, a sullen restaurateur seeks the identities of those responsible and travels to Ireland to take vengeance.
Added: 15th December 2017
Films Leaving Netflix
Unfortunately, not all of the films stay on Netflix forever, booooo! Often you don’t get to find out until its too late. The films listed below are leaving Netflix UK super soon so please don’t miss out!
The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 2
Katniss Everdeen and her allies bring their fight to the Capitol, as they aim to liberate all of Panem by assassinating the dictator President Snow.
Leaving: 21st December 2017
In the two years before her death, Princess Diana embarks on a vital campaign to ban landmines and on a passionate love affair with Dr. Hasnat Khan.
Leaving: 24th December 2017
After his amazing safe landing of a damaged passenger plane, an airline pilot is praised for the feat, but has private questions about what happened.
Leaving: 24th December 2017
Robert Downey Jr. dons his powerful armor suit again as superhero Iron Man, who takes on villains intent on destroying the world.
Leaving: 25th December 2017
Things go awry when Tony Stark revives a dormant peacekeeping program, and Earth’s mightiest heroes must put a halt to an archvillain’s evil plans.
Leaving: 26th December 2017
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