Movies In A Nutshell

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BreakzStudios

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Protofunk – Kevin MacLeod

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The VelociPaster - In A Nutshell(Listener Choice)

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 06:00:00 +0100

The VelociPastor (2018) (Chosen By Hannah Wood)

Join Marc, Darren and Paul as they give you everything you need and more to help you decide to watch or re-watch The VelociPastor (2018).

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PART 1 – The Nutshell – If you haven’t seen it

A spoiler-free breakdown designed to help you decide if this grindhouse-style comedy horror with a ridiculous premise is your kind of film and worth your time.

We explore the film’s central idea around faith, purpose and grief, and how a story that starts with loss quickly spirals into something far more bizarre and unexpected.

We’ll give other movie comparisons plus tone, style and feel so you can quickly judge the type of viewing experience it offers.

By the end of Part 1, you will have made a decision!

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PART 2 – The Unboxing – If you’ve seen it

What Did You Miss?

The things you missed, the details you didn't notice and the layers beneath the surface. This will make you want to watch it again.

The lads explore the film’s mix of genres, from revenge story to superhero transformation to martial arts action, and discuss whether the film is intentionally chaotic or simply the result of its ultra-low budget.

They also break down the filmmaking choices, from visible effects and exaggerated edits to parody elements and references, and how the film leans into its own absurdity.

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Paul’s Facts of the Day

Behind-the-scenes insights including:

• The unusual way this film went from a small idea to a full feature

• The lengths the director went to achieve its unique visual style

• The story behind one of the film’s most recognisable elements

• Unexpected moments from filming that you wouldn’t believe happened

• How this film built a cult following despite its budget

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Hate It or Rate It?

Marc, Darren & Paul submit their scores and The VelociPastor (2018) takes its place in the Listener League… before finding out where it lands in the Legend League.

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PART 3 – Listener Lounge – All about you!

The Lobby

Your questions, your comments and your stories.

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Question of the Week

A recap from last week’s question plus the lads ask this week’s burning question!

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Next week’s movie

The big reveal of next week’s movie!

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League Tables:

The Listener League

See how how we rated the movies chosen by our listeners.

The Legend League

Every movie we’ve featured and rated on the podcast

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Music

Main Theme

BreakzStudios

Music Bed

Protofunk – Kevin MacLeod

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All music licensed under Creative Commons.

Sliding Doors - In A Nutshell

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 06:00:00 +0100

Join Marc, Darren and Paul as they give you everything you need and more to help you decide to watch or re-watch Sliding Doors (1998).

PART 1 – The Nutshell – If you haven’t seen it

A spoiler-free breakdown designed to help you decide if this 90s British romantic comedy with a clever storytelling twist is your kind of film and worth your time.

We explore the film’s central idea around chance, timing and how small everyday moments can shape the direction of a life.

We’ll give other movie comparisons plus tone, style and feel so you can quickly judge the type of viewing experience it offers.

By the end of Part 1, you will have made a decision!

PART 2 – The Unboxing – If you’ve seen it

What Did You Miss?

The things you missed, the details you didn't notice and the layers beneath the surface. This will make you want to watch it again.

The lads explore the film’s storytelling techniques, visual cues and themes around fate, timing and coincidence, and discuss why the movie has remained such a well-known cultural reference point since its release.

Paul’s Facts of the Day

Behind-the-scenes insights including:

How the screenplay was developed over several years before the film was finally made
The real-life moment that inspired the writer-director to create the story’s central concept
Production challenges involved in bringing a concept-driven romantic comedy to the screen
Casting decisions and how the final performances helped shape the film’s tone

Hate It or Rate It?

Marc, Darren & Paul submit their scores and Sliding Doors takes its place in the Legend League.

PART 3 – Listener Lounge - All about you!

The Lobby

Your questions, your comments and your stories.

Question of the Week

A recap from last week's question plus the lads ask this week's burning question!

Next week’s movie

The big reveal of next week's movie!

Listen Now

View the Legend League

Every movie we’ve featured and rated on the podcast

View the Listener League

See how how we rated the movies chosen by our listeners.

Join the conversation

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Hosts

Marc Farquhar

Darren Horne

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thedarrenhorne

Paul Day

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Music

Main Theme

BreakzStudios

Music Bed

ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod

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All music licensed under Creative Commons.

Subservience - In A Nutshell

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 06:00:00 +0100

Join Marc Darren and Paul as they give you everything you need and more to help you decide to watch or re-watch Subservience.

PART 1 – The Nutshell – If you haven’t seen it

A spoiler-free breakdown designed to help you decide if this modern sci-fi thriller your kind of film and worth your time.

We’ll give other movie comparisons plus tone, style and feel so you can quickly judge the type of viewing experience it offers.

By the end of Part 1, you will have made a decision!

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PART 2 – The Unboxing – If you’ve seen it

What Did You Miss?

The things you missed, the details you didn't notice and the layers beneath the surface. This will make you want to watch it again.

Paul’s Facts of the Day

Behind-the-scenes insights including:

How the film approached the growing wave of AI-driven storytelling in modern sci-fi

Production context and how the filmmakers created a near-future world grounded in everyday life

Casting choices, including Megan Fox, and how they shaped the film’s tone

Creative decisions that influenced the film’s mix of thriller tension and sci-fi concepts

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Hate It or Rate It?

Marc, Darren & Paul submit their scores and Subservience takes its place in the Legend League.

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PART 3 – Listener Lounge - All about you!

The Lobby

Your questions, your comments and your stories.

Question of the Week

A recap from last week's question plus the lads ask this week's burning question!

Next week’s movie

The big reveal of next week's movie!

Show Notes:

A review of our The Matrix episode by podcast morning chat - https://pod.link/1728781644/episode/Y2UwMjYyOWItMGE0Zi00MTkxLWI0N2QtZmE4NDhkNWRhNTAx?view=apps&sort=popularity

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Listen Now

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View the Legend League

Every movie we’ve featured and rated on the podcast

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See how how we rated the movies chosen by our listeners.

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Join the conversation

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Hosts

Marc Farquhar

Darren Horne

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Paul Day

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Music

Main Theme: BreakzStudios

Music Bed: ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod

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The Terminator - In A Nutshell

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 06:00:00 +0100

The Terminator (1984)

Marc’s Pick

PART 1 – The Nutshell – If you haven’t seen it

A spoiler-free breakdown of The Terminator designed to help you decide if this 80s sci-fi landmark is actually your kind of film and worth your time.

An exploration of how the movie balances action, tension and emotional stakes, without assuming you already love the franchise or its iconic moments.

We'll give other movie comparisons, tone, style and feel.

By the end of Part 1, you will have made a decision!

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PART 2 – The Unboxing – If you’ve seen it

What Did You Miss?

The ideas working beneath the surface, from the mechanics of its time line to the way tension is built through framing, sound design and perspective.

Moments that gain new weight on reflection, including how the film uses contrast, repetition and visual storytelling to deepen character and raise stakes.

A closer look at how it handles themes of fate, technology, inevitability and human connection and why those themes land differently now than they did on release.

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Paul’s Facts of the Day

How the film was made on a tight budget using guerrilla style production methods

The early career circumstances that shaped director James Cameron’s approach

Casting stories and near misses that could have changed the film entirely

Practical effects craftsmanship that still sparks debate decades later

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Hate It or Rate It?

Marc, Darren & Paul submit their scores and The Terminator takes its place in the Legend League.

Does it still deserve its iconic status?

Or does it land differently today?

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PART 3 – Listener Lounge

Your questions, your comments and your shout-outs, the Question of the Week and of course… the reveal of next week’s movie.

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Listen Now

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View the Legend League

Every movie we’ve featured and rated on the podcast

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Things mentioned in the episode:

The podcast Darren quoted about 'The version of you that can deal with that doesn't exist yet' - https://www.instagram.com/reel/DLC9v9sRQ7x/?igsh=c3RlYTRta3BidGI=

Socials

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Hosts

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Darren Horne

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Paul Day

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Music

Main Theme

BreakzStudios

Music Bed

ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod

https://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/?keywords=protofunk⁠

All music licensed under Creative Commons.

The Prestige(2006) - In A Nutshell(Listener Choice)

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0100

This isn't a review, this is a decision…

PART 1 – The Nutshell – If you haven’t seen it

A spoiler-free breakdown of The Prestige, but more importantly, a breakdown of whether this is your kind of movie and if it's worth your time.

An exploration of what makes this episode different: the tension in the room, the immediate disagreement, and the feeling that this film demands more from you than most.

A look at the type of movie night this creates, not passive viewing, not background noise, but something that requires attention and rewards it.

By the end of Part 1, you’ll know whether this is a film you should queue up… and whether you’re ready for it.

PART 2 – The Unboxing – If you’ve seen it

What Did You Miss?

We dig into:

The subtle details that completely reframe your interpretation.

The element that divided us most in the studio.

Whether emotional connection matters more than technical brilliance.

And the one question that turned into a genuine back-and-forth.

This isn’t surface-level praise. It’s a proper discussion about what makes something great and what just makes it clever.

You’ll hear:

The moment Darren changed his stance mid-discussion

Marc pushing back hard on one specific point

Paul trying to keep the peace… and then choosing a side

It’s one of our most balanced — and most split — debates.

Paul’s Facts of the Day

A tightly packed set of production insights and behind-the-scenes details, including:

How Christopher Nolan positioned this film within his career.

Casting decisions that shaped the tone, including Christian Bale and Hugh Jackman.

And the context that explains why this film still sparks discussion nearly two decades later.

Hate It or Rate It?

This is where it gets interesting.

The scores are close… but the reasoning couldn’t be more different.

Finally we reveal where it lands in the Legend League and the Listener League.

Does this long-awaited Listener Choice live up to expectation?

PART 3 – Listener Lounge

Joe Lamb’s year-long campaign finally pays off.

We read out your responses to last week’s Question of the Week and share a real-life story that genuinely felt cinematic — one that Marc forgot to tell before and finally delivers here.

Question of the Week

Best movie rivalries?

On-screen. Off-screen. Even your own real-life ones.

We want your stories.

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Marc Farquhar

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Recorded at

Sunbeams Studios

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Part of Annie Mawson’s Sunbeams Music Trust

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Music

Main Theme

BreakzStudios

https://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/?keywords=breakzstudios⁠

Music Bed

ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod

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Spaceballs - In A Nutshell

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0100

This isn't a review, this is a decision...

PART 1 – The Nutshell – If you haven’t seen it

A spoiler-free breakdown of the cult sci-fi parody Spaceballs, a film that turns blockbuster space opera on its head with absurdity, slapstick and relentless meta-humour.

An exploration of the film’s tone and rhythm, looking at how it blends visual gags, wordplay and fourth-wall breaks to create a comedy that deliberately undercuts epic storytelling at every turn.

A look at the kind of viewing experience Spaceballs offers — fast, silly, knowingly ridiculous and packed with references — without touching on specific plot turns or punchlines.

By the end of Part 1, you’ll know whether this brand of intergalactic spoof belongs on your watchlist.

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PART 2 – The Unboxing – If you’ve seen it

What Did You Miss?

The layers beneath the surface, from how the film deconstructs franchise culture and merchandising, to the way it plays with audience expectations of the sci-fi genre.

Moments that gain new meaning on reflection, including recurring visual jokes, exaggerated character archetypes and the deliberate stretching of single gags for maximum absurd effect.

A closer look at how parody is used not just for laughs, but as commentary on blockbuster filmmaking and sequel obsession.

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Paul’s Facts of the Day

A standout set of facts and trivia, including:

Behind-the-scenes production context and how the film came together under comedy legend Mel Brooks

Casting decisions that shaped its most iconic performances, including Rick Moranis and John Candy

The film’s journey from modest box office performance to enduring cult status

Creative choices that cemented its reputation as one of the boldest genre parodies of the 1980s

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Hate It or Rate It?

Marc, Darren & Paul submit their scores and Spaceballs takes its place in the Legend League.

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PART 3 – Listener Lounge

Your questions, your comments and your shout-outs, the Question of the Week and of course the reveal of next week’s movie.

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Listen Now

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View the Legend League

Every movie we’ve featured and rated on the podcast

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Marc Farquhar

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Facebook

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Darren Horne

LinkedIn

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Paul Day

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/pauldaylive23

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Recorded at

Sunbeams Studios

https://www.thestudioatsunbeams.co.uk

Part of Annie Mawson’s Sunbeams Music Trust

https://sunbeamsmusic.org

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Music

Main Theme

BreakzStudios

https://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/?keywords=breakzstudios

Music Bed

ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod

https://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/?keywords=protofunk

All music licensed under Creative Commons.

Charade(1963) - In A Nutshell

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0100

Charade (1963)

Darren'’s Pick

PART 1 – The Nutshell – If you haven’t seen it

A spoiler-free breakdown of the classic mystery-thriller Charade, a film that blends suspense, romance and comedy against a stylish Parisian backdrop.

An exploration of the film’s tone and rhythm, looking at how it balances lightness and tension, and how its playful approach to danger sets it apart from more straight-faced thrillers of the era.

A look at the kind of viewing experience Charade offers — fast-moving, dialogue-driven and deliberately unpredictable — without touching on story details, twists or outcomes.

By the end of Part 1, you’ll know whether this mix of mystery, charm and tonal juggling belongs on your watchlist.

PART 2 – The Unboxing – If you’ve seen it

What Did You Miss?

The details beneath the surface, from how the film withholds and reshapes information, to the way tone is used to disarm the audience while keeping tension in play.

Moments that gain new meaning on reflection, including recurring visual cues, shifting character dynamics, and how humour is used to redirect attention.

A deeper look at the film’s themes of trust, identity and uncertainty, and how Charade plays games with audience expectations throughout.

Paul’s Facts of the Day

A standout set of facts and trivia, including:

Behind-the-scenes production context

Casting decisions and their impact on the film’s dynamic

Influences from and on other mystery and thriller films

Creative choices that shaped the film’s lasting reputation

Hate It or Rate It?

Marc, Darren & Paul submit their scores and Charade takes its place in the Legend League.

PART 3 – Listener Lounge

Your questions, your comments and your shout-outs, the Question of the Week and of course the reveal of next week’s movie.

Listen Now

View the Legend League

Every movie we’ve featured and rated on the podcast

View the Listener League

See how listeners rated the movies they chose

https://linkly.link/2FuSQ

Join the conversation

Voice message

Email

hello@moviesinanutshell.com

Socials

Website

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Instagram

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Facebook

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Hosts

Marc Farquhar

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/marcfarquhar

Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/themarcfarquhar

Darren Horne

https://www.linkedin.com/in/thedarrenhorne

Paul Day

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/pauldaylive23

Recorded at

Sunbeams Studios

https://www.thestudioatsunbeams.co.uk

Part of Annie Mawson’s Sunbeams Music Trust

https://sunbeamsmusic.org

Music

Main Theme

BreakzStudios

https://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/?keywords=breakzstudios

Music Bed

ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod

https://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/?keywords=protofunk

All music licensed under Creative Commons

Enemy Of The State - In A Nutshell

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0100

Enemy of the State (1998)

Marc’s Pick

PART 1 – The Nutshell – If you haven’t seen it

A spoiler-free breakdown of the late ’90s conspiracy thriller Enemy of the State, centred on surveillance, power, and the fragility of everyday life in a data-driven world.

An exploration of the film’s tone, pace, and thematic focus touching on paranoia, loss of privacy, institutional control, and how technology reshapes trust and identity.

A look at how the movie blends chase-thriller momentum with political tension, and how its depiction of surveillance turns ordinary spaces into sources of unease.

By the end of Part 1, you’ll know whether this mix of tension, escalation, and technological anxiety belongs on your watchlist.

PART 2 – The Unboxing – If you’ve seen it

What Did You Miss?

The details beneath the surface from how information replaces physical force as the main threat, to the way framing and perspective keep danger just out of sight.

Moments that gain new weight on reflection, including the use of off-screen action, overlapping systems, and constant motion to create a sense of pressure and inevitability.

A deeper look at how the film examines surveillance, accountability, and the balance between security and freedom, themes that feel increasingly relevant with time.

Paul’s Facts of the Day

A standout set of facts and trivia, including:

Connections to earlier surveillance cinema

How real-world technology influenced the script

Production choices shaped by rapidly changing tech

Behind-the-scenes decisions that reinforced the film’s sense of scale and urgency

Hate It or Rate It?

Marc, Darren & Paul submit their scores and Enemy of the State takes its place in the Legend League.

PART 3 – Listener Lounge

Your questions, your comments and your shout-outs, the Question of the Week and of course… the reveal of next week’s movie.

Listen Now

View the Legend League

Every movie we’ve featured and rated on the podcast

View the Listener League

See how listeners rated the movies they chose

Join the conversation

🎙️ Voice message: https://linkly.link/2FuSQ

📧 Email: hello@moviesinanutshell.com

Socials

Hosts

Marc Farquhar

Darren Horne

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thedarrenhorne

Paul Day

Music

Main Theme: BreakzStudios

Music Bed: ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod

(All music licensed under Creative Commons)

Godzilla(2014) - In A Nutshell(Listener Choice)

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0100

Godzilla (2014)

Listener’s Pick – Emi (@itakepicturesofsunset)

PART 1 – The Nutshell – If you haven’t seen it

A spoiler-free breakdown of the 2014 reimagining of the iconic monster, exploring the clash between humanity and forces far beyond our control.

An exploration of the film’s tone, scale and thematic focus — touching on survival, fear, human responsibility, and the awe-inspiring presence of nature’s unstoppable power.

A look at how the movie balances spectacle with character-driven moments, and why its approach to storytelling and creature design has made it a standout in modern monster cinema.

By the end of Part 1, you’ll know whether this blend of massive action, emotional stakes, and cinematic world-building belongs on your watchlist.

PART 2 – The Unboxing – If you’ve seen it

What Did You Miss?

The details beneath the surface — from the subtle storytelling cues in human interactions to the visual language used to frame the scale of destruction.

Moments that gain greater emotional weight on reflection, including the film’s use of sound, silence and tension to communicate suspense, danger, and awe.

A deeper look at how the movie explores humanity’s relationship to power, responsibility, and the natural world — themes that resonate even after the monsters leave the screen.

Paul’s Facts of the Day

A standout set of facts and trivia, including:

How the creature’s design was influenced by decades of Godzilla history
Casting and performance choices that shaped the film’s tone
Visual effects innovations used to bring massive destruction to life
Homages to the original 1954 film woven throughout
The balance of practical and digital effects to create a realistic scale
The production’s approach to depicting global consequences without losing the personal story

Hate It or Rate It?

Marc, Darren & Paul submit their scores — and Godzilla (2014) takes its place in the Legend League.

PART 3 – Listener Lounge

Your questions, your comments and your shout-outs — plus a Question of the Week inspired by the film’s themes: Most misunderstood monster or villain?

And of course… the reveal of next week’s movie.

Listen Now

Join our SubReddit

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See how listeners rated the movies they chose

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Every movie we’ve featured and rated on the podcast

Join the conversation

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📧 Email: hello@moviesinanutshell.com

Socials

Hosts

Marc Farquhar

Darren Horne

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thedarrenhorne

Paul Day

Recorded at

Sunbeams Studios – https://www.thestudioatsunbeams.co.uk

Part of Annie Mawson’s Sunbeams Music Trust – https://sunbeamsmusic.org

Music

Main Theme: BreakzStudios – https://pixabay.com/users/breakzstudios-38548419

Music Bed: ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod – https://incompetech.com

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Frankenstein(2025) - In A Nutshell

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0100

Frankenstein (2025)

Paul’s Pick

PART 1 – The Nutshell – If you haven’t seen it

A spoiler-free breakdown of a new adaptation of a familiar story — one that revisits Frankenstein through a modern lens while remaining rooted in its gothic foundations.

An exploration of the film’s tone, genre and thematic focus — touching on creation, responsibility, obsession, neglect and what it means to bring life into the world without guidance or care.

A look at how this version reframes the story as philosophical science fiction rather than traditional horror, and why its ideas resonate strongly with contemporary conversations around technology, AI and humanity.

By the end of Part 1, you’ll know whether this blend of gothic storytelling, moral inquiry and atmospheric filmmaking belongs on your watchlist.

PART 2 – The Unboxing – If you’ve seen it

What Did You Miss?

The details beneath the surface — from shifts in perspective and unreliable narration to the way sympathy and blame are rebalanced as the story unfolds.

Moments that gain greater emotional weight on reflection, including the film’s use of silence, restraint and visual storytelling to communicate abandonment, regret and consequence.

A deeper look at how the film explores creation through absence rather than obsession, and how themes of neglect, forgiveness and generational trauma shape both the creator and the created.

Paul’s Facts of the Day

A standout set of facts and trivia, including:

The creative influences behind the creature’s physicality and movement
Casting decisions that reshaped the film late in development
Dual roles used to reinforce thematic connections
Mythological references woven into the production design
The craftsmanship-first approach to sets, costumes and practical effects
Why the film received a limited theatrical release before streaming

Hate It or Rate It?

Marc, Darren & Paul submit their scores — and Frankenstein (2025) takes its place in the Legend League.

PART 3 – Listener Lounge

Your questions, your comments and your shout-outs — plus a Question of the Week inspired by the film’s ideas around creation, responsibility and consequence.

And of course… the reveal of next week’s movie.

Listen Now

Join our SubReddit

View the Listener League

See how listeners rated the movies they chose

View the Legend League

Every movie we’ve featured and rated on the podcast

Join the conversation

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📧 Email: hello@moviesinanutshell.com

Socials

Hosts

Marc Farquhar

Darren Horne

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Movies In A Nutshell Turns One! – Stats, Stories & What’s Next

Wed, 14 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0100

One year ago today, Movies In A Nutshell started as a simple idea.

Since then, it’s grown into something we genuinely didn’t expect shaped by the movies we’ve covered, the conversations we’ve had, and the listeners who’ve stuck with us along the way.

To mark our first birthday, we’re doing something a little different.

This bonus episode steps away from the usual format for a relaxed, behind-the-scenes look at the show itself how it started, how it’s changed, and where it might be heading next.

🎂 In this birthday bonus episode, we talk about:

How the podcast began and how quickly the first year disappeared
The moments that genuinely surprised us
Episodes that connected more than we expected
Why different types of episodes resonate in different ways
How each host approaches movie choices and what that means for the show
The jokes, tangents and running gags that accidentally became part of the podcast
What we’ve learned from doing this every week
And what Movies In A Nutshell might look like as we head into Year Two

If you’ve been listening since the start, this one’s for you.

If you’re new, it’s the perfect snapshot of what Movies In A Nutshell is really about.

We’d love to hear from you

Do you have a favourite episode?

Was there a moment that stuck with you?

How did you first discover the podcast?

Get in touch and let us know — we’ll share listener responses in future episodes.

🎧 Listen Now

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Thank you!

Marc, Darren and Paul

The Devil Wears Prada - In A Nutshell

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0100

Is The Devil Wears Prada really just about fashion?

In this episode of Movies In A Nutshell, we give you everything you need to decide whether this iconic film belongs on your watchlist and all without spoilers. Then we unbox it to reveal the things you have missed even if you've seen it many times.

This episode might make you look at the movie very differently.

In this episode:

🎬 The Devil Wears Prada (2006)

Darren’s Pick

PART 1 – The Nutshell – If you haven’t seen it

A spoiler-free breakdown of a workplace drama often dismissed as a fashion film — but one that has remained culturally relevant for nearly two decades.

An exploration of the film’s tone, structure and character journey — focusing on ambition, power, identity, pressure and personal change within a high-demand professional world.

A look at how the story is framed through an outsider’s perspective, why its themes resonate far beyond the fashion industry, and how its ideas connect with other “cost of greatness” films.

By the end of Part 1, you’ll know whether this blend of sharp dialogue, character-driven storytelling and workplace drama belongs on your watchlist.

PART 2 – The Unboxing – If you’ve seen it

What Did You Miss?

The details beneath the surface — from shifting power dynamics and mentor figures to subtle visual cues that chart the protagonist’s transformation.

Moments that land very differently on rewatch, how relationships evolve under pressure, and why the film’s ending is often misunderstood.

A closer look at how ambition is framed, how success is defined, and what the film suggests about personal growth versus personal cost.

Paul’s Facts of the Day

A standout set of facts and trivia, including:

Record-breaking costume budgets and award recognition
Casting choices and character decisions that shaped the film
Behind-the-scenes production stories and on-set dynamics
Real-world inspirations behind key characters
Why the film continues to influence pop culture years later

Hate It or Rate It?

Marc, Darren & Paul submit their scores — and The Devil Wears Prada takes its place in the Legend League.

PART 3 – Listener Lounge

Your questions, your comments and your shout-outs — plus a Question of the Week inspired by the film’s themes of ambition, identity and success.

And of course… the reveal of next week’s movie.

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The Matrix - In A Nutshell

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0100

In this episode:

PART 1 – The Nutshell – If you haven’t seen it

A spoiler-free breakdown of one of the most influential sci-fi films ever made — a movie that blends action, philosophy and cyberpunk style into a story about reality, control and waking up.

An exploration of the film’s tone, world-building and central ideas — focusing on identity, free will, conformity, belief and the systems that quietly shape our lives.

A look at why The Matrix felt revolutionary on release, how its concepts go far beyond surface-level action, and why its core questions still resonate decades later.

By the end of Part 1, you’ll know whether this blend of sci-fi action, mind-bending ideas and philosophical storytelling belongs on your watchlist.

PART 2 – The Unboxing – If you’ve seen it

What Did You Miss?

The details beneath the surface — from visual cues and repeated motifs to the way the film reinforces its ideas through colour, framing and character choices.

Moments that land very differently on rewatch, subtle world-building that often goes unnoticed, and how much of the film’s meaning is communicated without dialogue.

A deeper look at how the movie quietly challenges comfort, certainty and the idea of accepting reality as it’s presented to you.

Paul’s Facts of the Day

A standout set of facts and trivia, including:

How the film’s visual style changed action cinema overnight
Innovative techniques that became industry standards
Behind-the-scenes production challenges and breakthroughs
Casting choices that could have completely altered the film
Why The Matrix continues to influence movies, games and pop culture today

Hate It or Rate It?

Marc, Darren & Paul submit their scores — and The Matrix takes its place in the Legend League.

PART 3 – Listener Lounge

Your questions, your comments and your shout-outs — plus a Question of the Week inspired by the film’s ideas around truth, choice and perception.

And of course… the reveal of next week’s movie.

Listen Now:

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2025 - Deleted scenes and gag reel

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0100

Enjoy our 2025 gift to you!

If you’ve ever wondered what gets left on the cutting room floor — this is it:

The accidental philosophy, the ridiculous arguments, the laughing fits, and the moments where we completely lose control of the ending.

Think of it as the gag reel at the end of a DVD… except the DVD editor gave up.

What’s In This Bonus Episode?

Outtakes and bloopers from across the year

The tangents that went too far (but were too good to delete)

Multiple attempts to end an episode… none of which worked

Paul’s notes (and the growing myth around them)

Darren going from film theory to unexpected life philosophy

Rare moments when Marc failed to keep things on track.

Conversations that drift from movies into music, nostalgia, gratitude, fear, and back again

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It's A Wonderful Life - In A Nutshell(Listener Choice)

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0100

It’s a Wonderful Life (1946) – In A Nutshell

Listener Choice – Chosen by Ben Cully

Movies In A Nutshell

Don’t just watch movies — understand them!

PART 1 – The Nutshell – If you haven’t seen it

A spoiler-free breakdown of the Christmas classic that quietly became one of the most emotionally complex films of its era.

An exploration of the movie’s tone, structure and themes — focusing on legacy, purpose, community, sacrifice and the unseen impact one person can have on the lives around them.

A look at why this film feels so different to modern Christmas movies, how its story unfolds across an entire lifetime, and why its central idea continues to resonate decades later.

By the end of Part 1, you’ll know whether this blend of festive storytelling, fantasy and grounded human drama belongs on your watchlist this Christmas.

PART 2 – The Unboxing – If you’ve seen it

What Did You Miss?

The details beneath the surface — from overlooked character arcs and recurring motifs to the way the film quietly explores themes of mental health, responsibility, financial pressure and emotional exhaustion.

The moments many viewers missed, scenes that land differently on rewatch, and why the film’s most famous moments only work because of everything that comes before them.

Paul’s Facts of the Day

A standout set of festive facts, including:

The film’s surprising box office history

Why it only later became a Christmas staple

How wartime experiences shaped key performances

Incredible behind-the-scenes production details

Deleted ideas that would have radically changed the story

Why the film is now considered culturally and historically significant

Hate It or Rate It?

Marc, Darren & Paul submit their scores — and as this is a Listener Choice episode, It’s a Wonderful Life takes its place in the Listener League.

PART 3 – Listener Lounge

Your questions, your comments and your shout-outs — plus a Question of the Week inspired by the film’s themes of purpose, legacy and the moments that define a life.

And of course… the reveal of next week’s movie.

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Music

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Music Bed: ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod – https://incompetech.com

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How The Grinch Stole Christmas - In A Nutshell

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0100

How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000) – In A Nutshell

Paul’s Pick

Movies In A Nutshell

Don’t just watch movies — understand them!

PART 1 – The Nutshell – If you haven’t seen it (SPOILER-FREE!)

A completely spoiler-free breakdown of Ron Howard’s live-action adaptation of the Dr. Seuss classic, expanding a familiar festive story into a full cinematic origin tale.

We explore the film’s tone, heightened visual style and world-building, along with its central themes of belonging, rejection, bullying, identity and what Christmas really means beneath the excess.

We also look at how this version compares to other Christmas movies and live-action “cartoon” adaptations, and where it sits within Jim Carrey’s run of high-energy, physical performances.

By the end of Part 1, you’ll know whether this bold, chaotic and unmistakably festive take on a Christmas classic belongs on your watchlist.

PART 2 – The Unboxing – If you’ve seen it

What Did You Miss?

A closer look at how the film reframes an iconic character, builds sympathy through backstory, and layers in themes around conformity, commercialism and childhood experiences.

We also unpack visual details, character dynamics, and surprising comparisons that give this version a very different feel from the original animated adaptation.

Paul’s Facts of the Day

Behind-the-scenes surprises, production scale, and eye-opening trivia — including:

The extreme prosthetics and makeup process

The physical and psychological toll of the Grinch suit

Casting alternatives considered for the role

Ron Howard’s hands-on involvement during production

Set size, props, and production statistics

Why this became one of the biggest Christmas releases of its era

Hate It or Rate It?

Marc, Darren & Paul give their brief opinions and scores, then see where How the Grinch Stole Christmas lands in the Legend League.

PART 3 – Listener Lounge

The Lobby

Your questions, your comments and your shout-outs.

Question of the Week

We read out the best of last week’s answers and ask this week’s burning question!

Next Week’s Movie

And of course… the reveal of next week’s movie.

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Darren Horne

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Paul Day

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Part of Annie Mawson's Sunbeams Music Trust – https://sunbeamsmusic.org

Music

Main Theme: BreakzStudios – https://pixabay.com/users/breakzstudios-38548419

Music Bed: ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod – https://incompetech.com

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The Holiday - In A Nutshell

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0100

The Holiday (2006) – In A Nutshell

Darren’s Pick

Movies In A Nutshell

Don’t just watch movies — understand them!

PART 1 – The Nutshell – If you haven’t seen it (SPOILER-FREE!)

A completely spoiler-free breakdown of the festive romantic comedy that pairs Hollywood glamour with English countryside charm.

We explore the film’s themes of reinvention, loneliness, emotional burnout, new beginnings and the surprising impact of a change of scenery.

We look at its tone, pacing, humour, and the dynamic between the transatlantic cast — plus where the film sits within the world of rom-coms, holiday movies, and the signature style of writer-director Nancy Meyers.

By the end of Part 1, you’ll know whether this blend of festive escapism, romance, self-discovery and cosy seasonal comfort belongs on your watchlist.

PART 2 – The Unboxing – If you’ve seen it

What Did You Miss? →

A look at the details beneath the surface — from hidden character motives to filmmaking choices, cameos, structure, recurring themes and the film-within-a-film which gives The Holiday its distinct personality.

We also highlight things we spotted which you may never have noticed.

Paul’s Facts of the Day →

Behind-the-scenes surprises, production quirks, casting stories, and eye-opening trivia — including:

The truth behind the movie’s iconic cottage
The unexpected real-life inspirations
Auditions you won’t believe
Why Hans Zimmer approached the score the way he did
And how several accidental cameos made it into the final film

Hate It or Rate It? →

Marc, Darren & Paul give their brief opinions and scores then see where The Holiday lands in the Legend League.

PART 3 – Listener Lounge

The Lobby

Your questions, your comments and your shout-outs.

Question of the Week

We read out the best of last week's answers and ask this week's burning question!

Next Week's Movie

And of course… the reveal of next week’s movie.

Links:

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Music

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Elf - In A Nutshell

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0100

In every episode, we quickly help you decide whether to press play or skip on a movie you haven’t seen — with no spoilers at all.

If you have seen it, we reveal what you've missed… even if you've watched it a hundred times.

Don't just watch movies, understand them.

🎄 Elf (2003) – In A Nutshell

Marc’s Pick

PART 1 – The Nutshell – If you haven’t seen it (SPOILER-FREE!)

A totally spoiler-free breakdown of the modern Christmas classic that mixes innocence, big-hearted humour, New York chaos and an unexpectedly emotional core.

We explore the film’s tone, comedy, pacing, world-building and why Elf continues to stand out in a crowded festive movie landscape.

By the end of Part 1, you’ll know whether this blend of Christmas magic, child-like optimism and fish-out-of-water charm deserves a spot on your festive watchlist today.

PART 2 – The Unboxing – If you’ve seen it

What Did You Miss? →

A warm and insightful look beneath the surface — from Buddy’s innocence exposing adult cynicism, to how the film quietly critiques modern busyness, and the subtle emotional shifts that track each character’s growth throughout the story.

Paul’s Facts of the Day →

A curated mix of behind-the-scenes insights and lesser-known facts from Paul that add an extra layer of interest to the film.

Hate It or Rate It? →

Where does Elf land on the Legend League?

Marc, Darren & Paul drop their scores and find out.

PART 3 – Listener Lounge

Your questions, your comments and your shout-outs — plus our Question of the Week and the reveal of next week’s movie.

Movies In A Nutshell

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Paul Day

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Music

Main Theme: BreakzStudios – https://pixabay.com/users/breakzstudios-38548419

Music Bed: ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod – https://incompetech.com

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The Crow(1994) - In A Nutshell(Listener Choice)

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0100

Listener Choice – Chosen by Poppy M48

PART 1 – The Nutshell – If you haven’t seen it

A spoiler-free breakdown of the dark, stylish and genre-blending comic-book adaptation that became a cult phenomenon.

The team unpack its tone, atmosphere, world-building, mythology, and the visual and musical identity that cemented The Crow as a 90s cultural landmark.

By the end of Part 1, you’ll know whether this brooding blend of gothic revenge, comic-book grit and atmospheric filmmaking belongs on your watchlist today.

PART 2 – The Unboxing – If you’ve seen it

What Did You Miss? →

A deeper look at the symbolism, themes and creative choices woven into the film — from its mythological roots and stylistic decisions to the emotional undercurrent that sets it apart from other revenge narratives.

Expect thoughtful insights, unexpected connections and context that reshapes how the movie sits in the canon of early comic-book cinema.

Paul’s Facts of the Day →

The remarkable behind-the-scenes truth: early CGI work, last-minute script changes, casting almosts, the atmosphere on set, the accident that changed film safety standards forever, and how the soundtrack became iconic.

Hate It or Rate It?

Marc, Darren & Paul drop their scores — and because this is a Listener Choice episode, The Crow takes its place in the Listener League.

Part 3 - The Listener Lounge

Your questions, your comments and your shout-outs — plus our Question of the Week (this time inspired by The Crow’s legendary soundtrack) and the reveal of next week’s movie.

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Get In Touch:

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Darren Horne

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Part of Annie Mawson's Sunbeams Music Trust – https://sunbeamsmusic.org

Music:

Main Theme: BreakzStudios – https://pixabay.com/users/breakzstudios-38548419

Music Bed: ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod – https://incompetech.com

(All music licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License)

In every episode, we quickly help you decide whether to press play or skip on a movie you haven’t seen — with no spoilers at all.

If you have seen it, we reveal what you've missed… even if you've watched it a hundred times.

Movies In A Nutshell

Don’t just watch movies — understand them!

Ghostbusters - In A Nutshell

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0100

In every episode, we quickly help you decide whether to press play or skip on a movie you haven’t seen — with no spoilers at all.

If you have seen it, we reveal what you've missed… even if you've watched it a hundred times.

Ghostbusters (1984) – In A Nutshell

Paul’s Pick – December Episode

Movies In A Nutshell

Don’t just watch movies — understand them!

PART 1 – The Nutshell – If you haven’t seen it (SPOILER-FREE!)

A totally spoiler-free breakdown of the supernatural comedy that became a cultural landmark. The team explore the film’s tone, humour, pacing, world-building and the iconic characters that made Ghostbusters an enduring blockbuster.

By the end of Part 1, you’ll know whether this blend of paranormal chaos, sharp wit and 80s charm deserves a spot on your watchlist today.

PART 2 – The Unboxing – If you’ve seen it

What Did You Miss? →

A fun and insightful dive into the themes under the surface — from science vs. belief to ego, ambition and 80s social satire — plus how its analogue effects, creature work and improvisation shaped modern movie comedy.

Paul’s Facts of the Day →

The chaotic origins of the script, the casting that nearly went a very different direction, the on-set improv that changed entire scenes, and the behind-the-scenes secrets behind Slimer, Stay Puft and those iconic proton packs.

Hate It or Rate It? →

Marc, Darren & Paul drop their scores and officially place Ghostbusters in the Legend League.

PART 3 – Listener Lounge

Your questions, your comments and your shout-outs — plus our Question of the Week and the reveal of next week’s movie.

Movies In A Nutshell

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Darren Horne

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Paul Day

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Sunbeams Studios – https://www.thestudioatsunbeams.co.uk

Part of Annie Mawson's Sunbeams Music Trust – https://sunbeamsmusic.org

Music

Main Theme: BreakzStudios – https://pixabay.com/users/breakzstudios-38548419

Music Bed: ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod – https://incompetech.com

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Romancing The Stone - In A Nutshell

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0100

Romancing the Stone (1984) – In A Nutshell

Darren’s Pick

PART 1 – The Nutshell – If you haven’t seen it

A spoiler-free breakdown of this adventurous 80s classic that fuses romance, comedy, and chaos in equal measure. The team explore its irresistible tone, energetic pacing, and why its blend of adventure and humour helped redefine the rom-com genre.

Expect talk of chemistry that leaps off the screen, a leading duo that made movie magic, and how Romancing the Stone inspired decades of cinematic copycats — from The Mummy to The Lost City.

PART 2 – The Unboxing – If you’ve seen it

What Did You Miss? → The deeper themes behind the jungle mayhem — from fantasy versus reality to what the film says about love, confidence, and living beyond your comfort zone.

Paul’s Facts of the Day → The chaotic production that almost killed Back to the Future before it began, bizarre casting stories (including a dinner-table bite!), and the creative choices that turned a risky idea into a box-office hit.

Hate It or Rate It? → The hosts give their verdicts, scores, and drop Romancing the Stone into both the Legend League. Find out where this 80s adventure lands!

PART 3 – Listener Lounge

Your comments, shout-outs, and listener movie picks — plus where Romancing the Stone lands in the Listener League this week!

📌 Movies In A Nutshell

Don't just watch movies, understand them.

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Darren Horne

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Paul Day

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Recorded at:

🎙️ Sunbeams Studios – https://www.thestudioatsunbeams.co.uk

🎵 Part of Annie Mawson's Sunbeams Music Trust – https://sunbeamsmusic.org

Music:

🎵 Main Theme: BreakzStudios – https://pixabay.com/users/breakzstudios-38548419

🎵 Music Bed: ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod – https://incompetech.com

(All music licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License)

Cast Away - In A Nutshell

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0100

This week on Movies In A Nutshell, Marc, Darren & Paul are stranded with Tom Hanks in Cast Away (2000) — the survival drama directed by Robert Zemeckis that proves sometimes the hardest person to reconnect with… is yourself.

Hanks delivers one of cinema’s most powerful performances as a man forced to rebuild not just his life, but his understanding of what truly matters — with nothing but a volleyball for company.

Haven’t seen it? – We’ll help you decide to press play or skip with a quick spoiler-free movie breakdown.

Seen it? – We’ll make you want to watch it again by uncovering things you may have missed, even if you’ve seen it many times.

🎬 Cast Away (2000) – In A Nutshell

PART 1 – The Nutshell – If you haven't seen it

A spoiler-free breakdown of Tom Hanks’ gripping journey from modern-day executive to lone castaway, exploring the film’s emotional depth, tone, and pacing — plus the other movies it sits alongside in the survival genre.

PART 2 – Unboxing – If you've seen it

What Did You Miss? → Hidden meanings, character theories, and symbolism that take this film from simple survival story to something much deeper.

Paul’s Facts of the Day → Fascinating behind-the-scenes trivia and production stories (including what really went into creating Wilson).

Hate It or Rate It? → Marc, Darren & Paul give their brief opinions, scores, and see where it lands in the Legend League and the Listener League.

PART 3 – Listener Lounge

Listener shout-outs, comments, and movie requests — plus a look at where Cast Away enters the Listener League!

📌 Movies In A Nutshell is a movie podcast with spoiler-free breakdowns, film reviews, and trivia in every episode.

🎧 Listen Now: https://2ly.link/24tPI

View the Legend League:

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View the Listener League...

See how we rated the movies you have chosen!

Join the conversation:

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Paul Day

Recorded at:

🎙️ Sunbeams Studios – https://www.thestudioatsunbeams.co.uk

🎵 Part of Annie Mawson's Sunbeams Music Trust – https://sunbeamsmusic.org

Music:

🎵 Main Theme: BreakzStudios – https://pixabay.com/users/breakzstudios-38548419

🎵 Music Bed: ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod – https://incompetech.com

(All music licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License)

The Secret Life Of Walter Mitty(2013) - In A Nutshell(Listener Choice)

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 06:00:00 +0100

This week on Movies In A Nutshell we take on The Secret Life Of Walter Mitty (2013), chosen by listeners Joel Robertson and Scott Wigglesworth! The visually stunning adventure-comedy starring Ben Stiller as a man whose vivid imagination propels him on an unexpected real-world journey.

Haven’t seen it? – We’ll help you decide to press play or skip with a quick spoiler-free movie breakdown.

Seen it? – We’ll make you want to watch it again by uncovering things you may have missed, even if you've seen it many times.

🎬 The Secret Life Of Walter Mitty (2013) – In A Nutshell

PART 1 – The Nutshell – If you haven't seen it

A clear, spoiler-free basic plot/style breakdown, plus movies it can be compared with and all to help you decide if it’s your kind of movie.

PART 2 – Unboxing – If you've seen it

What Did You Miss? → Hidden layers, details, surprises and things you may have missed even after multiple viewings!

Paul’s Facts of the Day → Trivia, production stories, and film facts.

Hate It or Rate It? → Marc, Darren & Paul give their brief opinions, scores and see where it lands in the Legend League and the Listener League.

PART 3 – Listener Lounge

Listener questions, shout-outs, and movie requests — including a look at where The Secret Life Of Walter Mitty enters the Listener League.

📌 Movies In A Nutshell is a movie podcast with spoiler-free breakdowns, film reviews, and trivia in every episode.

🎧 Listen Now: https://2ly.link/24tPI

View the Legend League:

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View the Listener League and see how we rated the movies you have chosen!

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Join the conversation:

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🎙️ Hosts

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Darren Horne

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thedarrenhorne

Paul Day

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pauldaylive23

Recorded at:

🎙️ Sunbeams Studios – https://www.thestudioatsunbeams.co.uk

🎵 Part of Annie Mawson's Sunbeams Music Trust – https://sunbeamsmusic.org

Music:

🎵 Main Theme: BreakzStudios – https://pixabay.com/users/breakzstudios-38548419

🎵 Music Bed: ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod – https://incompetech.com

(All music licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License)

The Running Man(1987) - In A Nutshell

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 06:00:00 +0100

Haven’t seen it? – We’ll help you decide to press play or skip with a quick spoiler-free movie breakdown.

Seen it? – We’ll make you want to watch it again by uncovering things you may have missed, even after multiple viewings. Plus movie trivia you never noticed!

🎬 The Running Man (1987) – In A Nutshell

PART 1 – The Nutshell – If you haven't seen it

A clear, spoiler-free basic plot and style breakdown, plus movies it can be compared with — all to help you decide if it’s your kind of movie.

PART 2 – Unboxing – If you've seen it

What Did You Miss? → Hidden layers, details, surprises and things you may have missed even after multiple viewings!

Paul’s Facts of the Day → Trivia, production stories, and film facts.

Hate It or Rate It? → Marc, Darren & Paul give their brief opinions, scores and see where it lands in the Legend League!

PART 3 – Listener Lounge

Listener questions, shout-outs, and movie requests.

📌 Movies In A Nutshell is a movie podcast with spoiler-free breakdowns, film reviews, and trivia in every episode.

View the Legend League:

📊 https://linkly.link/2Bfcv

View the Listener League and see how we rated the movies you have chosen!

Join the conversation:

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📬 Email – hello@moviesinanutshell.com

Socials:

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🎙️ Hosts

Marc Farquhar

Darren Horne

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thedarrenhorne

Paul Day

Recorded at:

🎙️ Sunbeams Studios – https://www.thestudioatsunbeams.co.uk

🎵 Part of Annie Mawson's Sunbeams Music Trust – https://sunbeamsmusic.org

Music:

🎵 Main Theme: BreakzStudios – https://pixabay.com/users/breakzstudios-38548419

🎵 Music Bed: ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod – https://incompetech.com

(All music licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License)

Hudson Hawk - In A Nutshell

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 06:00:00 +0100

This week on Movies In A Nutshell we take on Hudson Hawk (1991) — the offbeat action-comedy starring Bruce Willis as a master cat burglar drawn into a wild, globe-trotting adventure. Expect inventive heists, eccentric villains, and a tone unlike anything else from the early ‘90s.

🎧 Listen Now: https://2ly.link/24tPI

🎬 Hudson Hawk (1991)

PART 1 – The Nutshell – If you haven't seen it

A clear, spoiler-free basic plot and style breakdown to help you decide if it’s your kind of movie. Plus other movie comparisons.

PART 2 – Unboxing – If you've seen it

What Did You Miss? → Hidden layers, details, and moments you may not have noticed even after multiple viewings.

Paul’s Facts of the Day → Behind-the-scenes stories, production details, and fascinating film facts.

Hate It or Rate It? → Marc, Darren & Paul share their final scores and see where it lands in the Legend League and Listener League.

PART 3 – Listener Lounge

We read out your stories, we answer your questions and we ask our Question of the Week. Plus, find out what movie we’re watching next!

📌 Movies In A Nutshell is a movie podcast with spoiler-free breakdowns, film reviews, and trivia in every episode.

📊 See where ‘Hudson Hawk’ entered the Legend League table:

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💬Join the conversation:

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🎙️ Hosts

Marc Farquhar

Darren Horne

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thedarrenhorne

Paul Day

🎧 Production

🎙️ Sunbeams Studios – https://www.thestudioatsunbeams.co.uk

🎵 Part of Annie Mawson's Sunbeams Music Trust – https://sunbeamsmusic.org

🎵 Music

🎵 Main Theme: BreakzStudios – https://pixabay.com/users/breakzstudios-38548419

🎵 Music Bed: ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod – https://incompetech.com

(All music licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License)

Awakenings - In A Nutshell

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 06:00:00 +0100

This week on Movies In A Nutshell we take on Awakenings (1990), the acclaimed drama starring Robin Williams and Robert De Niro.

Haven’t seen it? – We’ll help you decide to press play or skip with a quick spoiler-free movie breakdown.

Seen it? – We’ll make you want to watch it again by uncovering things you may have missed, even after multiple viewings. Plus movie trivia you never noticed!

🎬 Awakenings (1990) – In A Nutshell

PART 1 – The Nutshell – If you haven't seen it

A clear, spoiler-free basic plot/style breakdown, plus movies it can be compared with and all to help you decide if it’s your kind of movie.

PART 2 – Unboxing – If you've seen it

What Did You Miss? → Hidden layers, details, surprises and things you may have missed even after multiple viewings!
Paul’s Facts of the Day → Trivia, production stories, and film facts.
Hate It or Rate It? → Marc, Darren & Paul give their brief opinions, scores and see where it lands in the Legend League!

PART 3 – Listener Lounge

Listener questions, shout-outs, and movie requests.

📌 Movies In A Nutshell is a movie podcast with spoiler-free breakdowns, film reviews, and trivia in every episode.

View the Legend League:

📊 https://linkly.link/2Bfcv

View the Listener League and see how we rated the movies you have chosen!

💬Join the conversation:

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📬E-mail - hello@moviesinanutshell.com

Socials:

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🎙️ Hosts

Marc Farquhar

Darren Horne

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Paul Day

https://www.moviesinanutshell.com/legend-league

Recorded at:

🎙️ Sunbeams Studios – https://www.thestudioatsunbeams.co.uk

🎵 Part of Annie Mawson's Sunbeams Music Trust – https://sunbeamsmusic.org

Music:

🎵 Main Theme: BreakzStudios – https://pixabay.com/users/breakzstudios-38548419

🎵 Music Bed: ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod – https://incompetech.com

(All music licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License)

The Long Walk - In A Nutshell(Cinema Trip)

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 06:00:00 +0100

Haven’t seen it? – We’ll help you decide to press play or skip with a quick spoiler-free movie breakdown.

Seen it? – We’ll make you want to watch it again by uncovering things you may have missed, even if you’ve seen the movie many times! Plus movie trivia you didn't know!

This week on Movies In A Nutshell we take on The Long Walk, chosen as part of our Cinema Trip Special! A rare fifth Tuesday means Marc, Darren & Paul hit the big screen together with listeners at their local independent cinema The Alhambra Penrith, this time to watch the 2025 adaptation of Stephen King’s dystopian novel.

🎬 The Long Walk (2025)

PART 1 – The Nutshell – If you haven't seen it

A clear, spoiler-free basic plot/style breakdown to help you decide if it’s your kind of movie. Plus other movie comparisons.

PART 2 – Unboxing – If you've seen it

What Did You Miss? → Hidden layers, details, surprises and things you may have missed even if you’ve seen it many times!

Paul’s Facts of the Day → Production stories, behind the scenes info and film facts.

Hate It or Rate It? → Marc, Darren & Paul give their brief opinions, scores and see where it lands in the Legend League and The Listener League

PART 3 – Listener Lounge

From sensible shoe flashbacks to bowling injuries turned meet-cutes, this week’s listener stories are some of the most unexpected yet.

Plus, we pose a new ‘Question Of The Week’—and reveal ‘Next Week’s Movie’

📌 Movies In A Nutshell is a movie podcast with spoiler-free breakdowns, film reviews, and trivia in every episode.

📊 See where ‘The Long Walk’ entered the Legend League table:

Check out our Listener League Table and see how we rated the movies you have chosen!

Socials:

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📬 Email: hello@moviesinanutshell.com

🎙️ Hosts

Marc Farquhar

Darren Horne

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thedarrenhorne

Paul Day

Production:

🎙️ Sunbeams Studios – https://www.thestudioatsunbeams.co.uk

🎵 Part of Annie Mawson's Sunbeams Music Trust – https://sunbeamsmusic.org

Music:

🎵 Main Theme: BreakzStudios – https://pixabay.com/users/breakzstudios-38548419

🎵 Music Bed: ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod – https://incompetech.com

The Bourne Identity - In A Nutshell(Listener Choice)

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 06:00:00 +0100

Haven’t seen it? – We’ll help you decide to press play or skip with a quick spoiler-free movie breakdown.

Seen it? – We’ll make you want to watch it again by uncovering things you may have missed, even after multiple viewings. Plus movie trivia you never noticed!

This week on Movies In A Nutshell we take on The Bourne Identity, chosen by listener Ady Willan! The 2002 spy thriller starring Matt Damon as Jason Bourne.

🎬 The Bourne Identity (2002) – In A Nutshell

PART 1 – The Nutshell – If you haven't seen it

A clear, spoiler-free basic plot/style breakdown, plus movies it can be compared with and all to help you decide if it’s your kind of movie.

PART 2 – Unboxing – If you've seen it

What Did You Miss? → Hidden layers, details, surprises and things you may have missed even after multiple viewings!
Paul’s Facts of the Day → Trivia, production stories, and film facts.
Hate It or Rate It? → Marc, Darren & Paul give their brief opinions, scores and see where it lands in the Legend League!

PART 3 – Listener Lounge

Listener questions, shout-outs, and movie requests.

📌 Movies In A Nutshell is a movie podcast with spoiler-free breakdowns, film reviews, and trivia in every episode.

See where The Bourne Identity lands on our Listener League Table!

📊https://linkly.link/2Bi9l

📊 View the Legend League table:

https://www.moviesinanutshell.com/legend-league

Socials:

🎧 Movies In A Nutshell

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📬 Email: hello@moviesinanutshell.com

🎙️ Hosts

Marc Farquhar

Darren Horne

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thedarrenhorne

Paul Day

Recorded at:

🎙️ Sunbeams Studios – https://www.thestudioatsunbeams.co.uk

🎵 Part of Annie Mawson's Sunbeams Music Trust – https://sunbeamsmusic.org

Music:

🎵 Main Theme: BreakzStudios – https://pixabay.com/users/breakzstudios-38548419

🎵 Music Bed: ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod – https://incompetech.com

(All music licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License)

Crazy Stupid Love - In A Nutshell

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 06:00:00 +0100

Haven’t seen it? – We’ll help you decide to press play or skip with a quick spoiler-free movie breakdown.

Seen it? – We’ll make you want to watch it again by uncovering things you may have missed, even after multiple viewings. Plus movie trivia you never noticed!

This week on Movies In A Nutshell we take on Crazy, Stupid, Love, the sharp and heartfelt rom-com where a middle-aged man’s life unravels after his wife asks for a divorce. With the help of a smooth-talking bachelor, he rediscovers his confidence, but love — in all its messy, unexpected forms — has other plans. Starring Steve Carell, Ryan Gosling, Julianne Moore, and Emma Stone, this film blends comedy, romance, and plenty of surprises.

🎬 Crazy, Stupid, Love (2011) – In A Nutshell

PART 1 – The Nutshell – If you haven't seen it

A clear, spoiler-free basic plot/style breakdown, plus movies it can be compared with and all to help you decide if it’s your kind of movie.

PART 2 – Unboxing – If you've seen it

What Did You Miss? → Hidden layers, details, surprises and things you may have missed even after multiple viewings!
Paul’s Facts of the Day → Trivia, production stories, and film facts.
Hate It or Rate It? → Marc, Darren & Paul give their brief opinions, scores and see where it lands in the Legend League!

PART 3 – Listener Lounge

Listener questions, shout-outs, and movie requests.

📌 Movies In A Nutshell is a movie podcast with spoiler-free breakdowns, film reviews, and trivia in every episode.

📊 View the Legend League table:

Socials:

🎧 Movies In A Nutshell

🌐 Website: www.moviesinanutshell.com

📸 Instagram: www.instagram.com/moviesinanut

📘 Facebook: www.facebook.com/moviesinanut

📬 Email: hello@moviesinanutshell.com

🎙️ Hosts

Marc Farquhar

Instagram: www.instagram.com/marcfarquhar

Facebook: www.facebook.com/themarcfarquhar

Darren Horne

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/thedarrenhorne

Paul Day

Instagram: www.instagram.com/pauldaylive23

Recorded at:

🎙️ Sunbeams Studios – https://www.thestudioatsunbeams.co.uk

🎵 Part of Annie Mawson's Sunbeams Music Trust – https://sunbeamsmusic.org/

Music:

🎵 Main Theme: BreakzStudios – https://www.pixabay.com/users/breakzstudios-38548419

🎵 Music Bed: ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod – https://www.incompetech.com

(All music licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License)

Empire Records - In A Nutshell

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 06:00:00 +0100

Haven’t seen it? – We’ll help you decide to press play or skip with a quick spoiler-free movie breakdown.

Seen it? – We’ll make you want to watch it again by uncovering things you may have missed, even after multiple viewings. Plus movie trivia you never noticed!

This week on Movies In A Nutshell we take on Empire Records, the 90s cult classic set over one chaotic day in an independent record store. Packed with unforgettable characters, a killer soundtrack, and plenty of teenage rebellion, we crack it open with sharp film review insights, behind-the-scenes trivia, and our honest ratings.

🎬 Empire Records (1995) – In A Nutshell

PART 1 – The Nutshell - If you haven't seen it

A clear, spoiler-free basic plot/style breakdown, plus movies it can be compared with and all to help you decide if it’s your kind of movie.

PART 2 – Unboxing - If you've seen it

What Did You Miss? → Hidden layers, details, surprises and things you may have missed even after multiple viewings!

Paul’s Facts of the Day → Trivia, production stories, and film facts.

Hate It or Rate It? → Marc, Darren & Paul give their brief opinions, scores and see where it lands in the Legend League!

PART 3 – Listener Lounge

Listener questions, shout-outs, and movie requests.

📌 Movies In A Nutshell is a movie podcast with spoiler-free breakdowns, film reviews, and trivia in every episode.

📊 View the Legend League table:

https://linkly.link/2CThj

Socials:

🎧 Movies In A Nutshell

🌐 Website: www.moviesinanutshell.com

📸 Instagram: www.instagram.com/moviesinanut

📘 Facebook: www.facebook.com/moviesinanut

📬 Email: hello@moviesinanutshell.com

🎙️ Hosts

Marc Farquhar

Instagram: @marcfarquhar

Facebook: facebook.com/themarcfarquhar

Darren Horne

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/thedarrenhorne

Paul Day

Instagram: @pauldaylive23

Recorded at:

🎙️ Sunbeams Studios – https://www.thestudioatsunbeams.co.uk

🎵 Part of Annie Mawson's Sunbeams Music Trust – https://sunbeamsmusic.org/

Music:

🎵 Main Theme: BreakzStudios – https://www.pixabay.com/users/breakzstudios-38548419

🎵 Music Bed: ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod – https://www.incompetech.com

(All music licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License)

Blackberry - In A Nutshell

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 06:00:00 +0100

Haven’t seen it? – We’ll help you decide to press play or skip.

Seen it? – We’ll make you want to watch it again.

We’re here to help you spend less time browsing and more time watching!

In this episode of Movies In A Nutshell:

✅ The Nutshell: A clear, spoiler-free summary to help you decide if this is your kind of film.

✅ What Did You Miss?: The rise and fall of the world’s first smartphone giant — from geeky garage culture to boardroom battles, with the details that show how innovation can both soar and self-destruct.

✅ Paul’s Facts of the Day: The real story of BlackBerry, behind-the-scenes production insights, and the surprising truths the film gets right (and wrong).

✅ Hate It or Rate It?: Marc, Darren, and Paul share their thoughts — and each give the film a score out of 10 which becomes part of The Legend League!

✅ Listener Lounge: Requests, questions, and your chance to shape the next episode.

Please help us make Movies In A Nutshell as good as it can be buy filling in our Listener survey!

Listener Survey:

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Socials:

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📬 Email: hello@moviesinanutshell.com

🎙️ Marc Farquhar

Instagram: @marcfarquhar

Facebook: facebook.com/themarcfarquhar

🎙️ Darren Horne

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/thedarrenhorne

🎙️ Paul Day

Instagram: @pauldaylive23

Recorded at:

🎙️ Sunbeams Studios – https://www.thestudioatsunbeams.co.uk

🎵 Part of Annie Mawson's Sunbeams Music Trust

Music:

🎵 Main Theme: BreakzStudios – https://www.pixabay.com/users/breakzstudios-38548419

🎵 Music Bed: ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod – incompetech.com

(All music licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License)

Predator - In A Nutshell(Listener Choice)

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 06:00:00 +0100

Haven’t seen it? – We’ll help you decide to press play or skip with quick a spoiler-free breakdown.

Seen it? – We’ll make you want to watch it again by revealing things you may have missed!

We’re here to help you spend less time browsing and more time watching!

In this episode of Movies In A Nutshell:

✅ The Nutshell: A clear, spoiler-free summary to help you decide if this is your kind of film.

✅ What Did You Miss?: From jungle tricks to hidden character beats, and the subtle details that make this more than just an action shoot-’em-up.

✅ Paul’s Facts of the Day: Behind-the-scenes chaos in the jungle, casting near-misses, and the incredible story of how the Predator itself came to life.

✅ Hate It or Rate It?: Marc, Darren, and Paul share their thoughts — and each give the film a score out of 10 which becomes part of The Legend League!

✅ Listener Lounge: Requests, questions, and your chance to get involved in the next episode.

Introducing... The Listener League!

Every 'Listener Choice Episode gets added to the Listener League!

Every Movie featured on the show!

📊 View the Legend League table:

Socials:

🎧 Movies In A Nutshell

🌐 Website: www.moviesinanutshell.com

📸 Instagram: www.instagram.com/moviesinanut

📘 Facebook: www.facebook.com/moviesinanut

📬 Email: hello@moviesinanutshell.com

🎙️ Marc Farquhar

Instagram: www.instagram.com/marcfarquhar

🎙️ Darren Horne

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thedarrenhorne

🎙️ Paul Day

Recorded at:

🎙️ Sunbeams Studios – https://thestudioatsunbeams.co.uk

🎵 Part of Annie Mawson's Sunbeams Music Trust

Music:

🎵 Main Theme: BreakzStudios – pixabay.com/users/breakzstudios-38548419

🎵 Music Bed: ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod – incompetech.com

(All music licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License)

Minority Report - In A Nutshell

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 06:00:00 +0100

Minority Report – In A Nutshell

Haven’t seen it? – We’ll help you decide to press play or skip.

Seen it? – We’ll make you want to watch it again.

We’re here to help you spend less time browsing and more time watching!

In this episode of Movies In A Nutshell:

✅ The Nutshell: A clear, spoiler-free summary to help you decide if this is your kind of film.

✅ What Did You Miss?: Hidden details, future tech predictions, and Spielberg’s visual tricks that might have passed you by.

✅ Paul’s Facts of the Day: Trivia, production stories, and the surprising ways the film shaped real-world technology.

✅ Hate It or Rate It?: Marc, Darren, and Paul share their thoughts — and each give the film a score out of 10 which becomes part of The Legend League!

✅ Listener Lounge: Request a movie and have your questions answered!

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📊 View the Legend League table:

https://linkly.link/2Bfcv

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Socials:

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🌐 Website: www.moviesinanutshell.com

📸 Instagram: www.instagram.com/moviesinanut

📘 Facebook: www.facebook.com/moviesinanut

📬 Email: hello@moviesinanutshell.com

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🎙️ Marc Farquhar

Instagram: @marcfarquhar

Facebook: facebook.com/themarcfarquhar

🎙️ Darren Horne

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/thedarrenhorne

🎙️ Paul Day

Instagram: @pauldaylive23

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Recorded at:

🎙️ Sunbeams Studios – https://www.thestudioatsunbeams.co.uk

🎵 Part of Annie Mawson's Sunbeams Music Trust

https://sunbeamsmusic.org/

Music:

🎵 Main Theme: BreakzStudios – pixabay.com/users/breakzstudios-38548419

🎵 Music Bed: ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod – incompetech.com

(All music licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License)

A Man For All Seasons - In A Nutshell

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 06:00:00 +0100

📽️ A Man for All Seasons – In A Nutshell 🎬

Haven’t seen it? – We’ll help you decide to press play or skip.

Seen it? – We’ll make you want to watch it again.

We’re here to help you spend less time browsing and more time watching!

In this episode of Movies In A Nutshell:

✅ The Nutshell: A clear, spoiler-free summary to help you decide if this is your kind of film.

✅ What Did You Miss?: We highlight things you may have missed, even if you've seen it many times.

✅ Paul’s Facts of the Day: Trivia, production secrets, stories and everything in between.

✅ Hate It or Rate It?: Marc, Darren, and Paul share their thoughts — and each give the film a score out of 10 which becomes part of The Legend League!

✅ Listener Lounge: Request a movie and have your questions answered!

📊 View the Legend League table:

Socials:

🎧 Movies In A Nutshell

🌐 Website: www.moviesinanutshell.com

📸 Instagram: www.instagram.com/moviesinanut

📘 Facebook: www.facebook.com/moviesinanut

📬 Email: hello@moviesinanutshell.com

🎙️ Marc Farquhar

Instagram: @marcfarquhar

Facebook: facebook.com/themarcfarquhar

🎙️ Darren Horne

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/thedarrenhorne

🎙️ Paul Day

Instagram: @pauldaylive23

Recorded at:

🎙️ Sunbeams Studios – thestudioatsunbeams.co.uk

🎵 Part of Annie Mawson's Sunbeams Music Trust

Music:

🎵 Main Theme: BreakzStudios – pixabay.com/users/breakzstudios-38548419

🎵 Music Bed: ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod – incompetech.com

(All music licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License)

Jaws - In A Nutshell

Tue, 05 Aug 2025 06:00:00 +0100

📽️ Jaws – In A Nutshell 🎬

Haven’t seen it? – We’ll help you decide to press play or skip.

Seen it? – We’ll make you want to watch it again.

We’re help you spend less time browsing and more time watching!

In this episode of Movies In A Nutshell:

✅ The Nutshell: A clear, spoiler-free summary to help you decide if this is your kind of film.

✅ What Did You Miss?: We highlight things you may have missed, even if you've seen it many times.

✅ Paul’s Facts of the Day: Trivia, production secrets, stories and everything in between.

✅ Hate It or Rate It?: Marc, Darren, and Paul share their thoughts — and each give the film a score out of 10 which becomes part of The Legend League!

✅ Listener Lounge: Request a movie and have your questions answered!

📊 View the Legend League table:

Socials:

🎧 Movies In A Nutshell

🌐 Website: www.moviesinanutshell.com

📸 Instagram: @moviesinanut

📘 Facebook: facebook.com/moviesinanut

📬 Email: hello@moviesinanutshell.com

🎙️ Marc Farquhar

Instagram: @marcfarquhar

🎙️ Darren Horne

🎙️ Paul Day

Instagram: @pauldaylive23

Recorded at:

🎙️ Sunbeams Studios – thestudioatsunbeams.co.uk

🎵 Part of Annie Mawson's Sunbeams Music Trust

Music:

🎵 Main Theme: BreakzStudios – pixabay.com/users/breakzstudios-38548419

🎵 Music Bed: ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod – incompetech.com

(All music licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License)

SUPERMAN(2025) - In A Nutshell(Cinema Trip)

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 06:00:00 +0100

We invited our local listeners to join us at our amazing local cinema The Alhambra Penrith to watch the new Superman movie and 15 of you showed up!

View Picture - https://www.instagram.com/p/DMF864OIaiE/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MW5tYmhpM2JwYXN1OQ==

📽️ Superman (2025) – In A Nutshell 🎬

Haven’t seen it? – We’ll help you decide to press play or skip.

Seen it? – We’ll make you want to watch it again.

We’re here to help you spend less time browsing and more time watching!

In this Listener Choice episode of Movies In A Nutshell:

✅ The Nutshell: A clear, spoiler-free summary to help you decide if this is your kind of film.

✅ What Did You Miss?: We highlight things you may have missed, even if you've seen it many times.

✅ Paul’s Facts of the Day: Trivia, production secrets, stories and everything in between.

✅ Hate It or Rate It?: Marc, Darren, and Paul share their thoughts — and each give the film a score out of 10 which becomes part of The Legend League!

✅ Listener Lounge: Request a movie and have your questions answered!

🦸‍♂️ Whether you're a DC diehard or just curious about James Gunn's bold new take on the Man of Steel, we've got you covered — faster than a speeding bullet.

📊 Where does SUPERMAN land in the Legend League table:

Alhambra Cinema Penrith: https://penrithcinema.co.uk

Socials:

🎧 Movies In A Nutshell

🌐 Website: www.moviesinanutshell.com

📸 Instagram: @moviesinanut

📘 Facebook: facebook.com/moviesinanut

📬 Email: hello@moviesinanutshell.com

🎙️ Marc Farquhar

Instagram: @marcfarquhar

🎙️ Darren Horne

🎙️ Paul Day

Instagram: @pauldaylive23

Recorded at:

🎙️ Sunbeams Studios – thestudioatsunbeams.co.uk

🎵 Part of Annie Mawson's Sunbeams Music Trust

Music:

🎵 Main Theme: BreakzStudios – pixabay.com/users/breakzstudios-38548419

🎵 Music Bed: ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod – incompetech.com

(All music licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License)

Margin Call - In A Nutshell(Listener Choice)

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 06:00:00 +0100

📽️ Margin Call – In A Nutshell 🎬

Haven’t seen it? – We’ll help you decide to press play or skip.

Seen it? – We’ll make you want to watch it again.

We’re here to help you spend less time browsing and more time watching!

In this Listener Choice episode of Movies In A Nutshell:

✅ The Nutshell: A clear, spoiler-free summary to help you decide if this is your kind of film.

✅ What Did You Miss?: We highlight things you may have missed, even if you've seen it many times.

✅ Paul’s Facts of the Day: Trivia, production secrets, stories and everything in between.

✅ Hate It or Rate It?: Marc, Darren, and Paul share their thoughts — and each give the film a score out of 10 which becomes part of The Legend League!

✅ Listener Lounge: Request a movie and have your questions answered!

Show Notes:

Penrith Alhambra Cinema

https://penrithcinema.co.uk/

Socials:

🎧 Movies In A Nutshell

Website: www.moviesinanutshell.com

Instagram: @moviesinanut

Facebook: facebook.com/moviesinanut

🎙️ Marc Farquhar

Instagram: @marcfarquhar

🎙️ Darren Horne

🎙️ Paul Day

Instagram: @pauldaylive23

Recorded at:

🎙️ Sunbeams Studios – thestudioatsunbeams.co.uk

Music:

🎵 Main Theme: BreakzStudios – pixabay.com/users/breakzstudios-38548419

🎵 Music Bed: ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod – incompetech.com

(All music licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License)

Bonus Episode #1 - Legend League

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 06:00:00 +0100

🎉 BONUS EPISODE – The Legend League Is Here! 🎉

Marc, Darren and Paul have built the Movies In A Nutshell Legend League — a master leaderboard ranking every movie they’ve covered on the show so far.

In this special bonus episode, they revisit their entire back catalogue and each rate the films out of 10. The combined scores form the official Legend League — your one-stop guide to what the Nutshell team really think.

🎬 View the full Legend League here:

👉 https://linkly.link/2Bfcv

From now on, every new movie featured on the podcast will be added to the table — so the competition is only just beginning...

The Truman Show - In A Nutshell

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 06:00:00 +0100

Haven’t seen it? – We’ll help you decide to press play or skip.

Seen it? – We’ll make you want to watch it again.

We're here to help you spend less time browsing and more time watching!

In this episode of Movies In A Nutshell:

✅ The Nutshell: A clear, spoiler-free summary to help you decide if this surreal satire is your kind of film.

✅ What Did You Miss?: We highlight things you may have missed, even if you've seen it many times.

✅ Paul’s Facts of the Day: Trivia, production secrets, stories and everything in between.

✅ Hate It or Rate It?: Marc, Darren, and Paul share their thoughts — and give each film a score out of 10 using decimals, contributing to the official Movies In A Nutshell 'Legend League' Table.

✅ Listener Lounge: Request a movie and have your questions answered!

Socials:

🎧 Movies In A Nutshell

Website: www.moviesinanutshell.com

Instagram: @moviesinanut

Facebook: facebook.com/moviesinanut

🎙️ Marc Farquhar

Instagram: @marcfarquhar

🎙️ Darren Horne

🎙️ Paul Day

Instagram: @pauldaylive23

Recorded at:

🎙️ Sunbeams Studios – thestudioatsunbeams.co.uk

Music:

🎵 Main Theme: BreakzStudios – pixabay.com/users/breakzstudios-38548419

🎵 Music Bed: ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod – incompetech.com

(All music licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License)

Let me know when you're ready for The Vikings show notes next!

The Vikings(1958)- In A Nutshell

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 06:00:00 +0100

🎬The Vikings (1958) – In A Nutshell 🎬

Haven’t seen it? – We’ll help you decide to press play or skip.

Seen it? – We’ll make you want to watch it again.

We're here to help you spend less time browsing and more time watching!

In this episode of Movies In A Nutshell:

✅ The Nutshell: A clear, spoiler-free summary to help you decide if this sword-swinging Viking epic is your kind of film.

✅ What Did You Miss?: We highlight things you may have missed, even if you’ve seen it many times—including the myth of horned helmets and historical power struggles.

✅ Facts of the Day: Trivia, production secrets, stories and everything in between—like who nearly lost an eye and why Tony Curtis kept it furry-free.

✅ What Do We Think?: Marc, Darren, and Paul share their personal opinions.

✅Ratings: The lads each rate the movie and add it to the leaderboard!

✅ Listener Lounge: Request a movie and have your questions answered.

Socials:

🎧 Movies In A Nutshell

Website: moviesinanutshell.com

Instagram: @moviesinanut

Facebook: facebook.com/moviesinanut

Email: hello@moviesinanutshell.com

🎙️ Marc Farquhar

Instagram: @marcfarquhar

Facebook: facebook.com/themarcfarquhar

🎙️ Darren Horne

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/thedarrenhorne

🎙️ Paul Day

Instagram: @pauldaylive23

Recorded at:

🎙️ Sunbeams Studios – thestudioatsunbeams.co.uk

Music:

🎵 Main Theme: BreakzStudios – pixabay.com/users/breakzstudios-38548419

🎵 Music Bed: ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod – incompetech.com

(All music licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License)

Collateral - In A Nutshell

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 06:00:00 +0100

📽️ Collateral – In A Nutshell 🎬

Haven’t seen it? – We’ll help you decide to press play or skip.

Seen it? – We’ll make you want to watch it again.

We're here to help you spend less time browsing and more time watching!

In this episode of Movies In A Nutshell:

✅ The Nutshell: A clear, spoiler-free summary to help you decide if this intense thriller is your kind of film.

✅ What Did You Miss?: We highlight things you may have missed, even if you've seen it many times.

✅ Paul’s Facts of the Day: Trivia, production secrets, stories and everything in between.

✅ What Do We Think?: Marc, Darren, and Paul finally share their personal opinions.

✅ Listener Lounge: Request a movie and have your questions answered!

Socials:

🎧 Movies In A Nutshell

Website: https://www.moviesinanutshell.com

Instagram: @moviesinanut

Facebook: https://facebook.com/moviesinanut

Email: hello@moviesinanutshell.com

🎙️ Marc Farquhar

Instagram: @marcfarquhar

🎙️ Darren Horne

🎙️ Paul Day

Instagram: @pauldaylive23

Recorded at:

🎙️ Sunbeams Studios – thestudioatsunbeams.co.uk

Music:

🎵 Main Theme: BreakzStudios – pixabay.com/users/breakzstudios-38548419

🎵 Music Bed: ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod – incompetech.com

(All music licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License)

Falling Down - In A Nutshell(Listener Choice)

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 06:00:00 +0100

📽️ Falling Down – In A Nutshell 🎬

Haven’t seen it? – We’ll help you decide to press play or skip.

Seen it? – We’ll make you want to watch it again.

We're here to help you spend less time browsing and more time watching!

In this Listener Choice episode chosen by Phill Williams:

✅ The Nutshell: A clear, spoiler-free summary to help you decide if this urban thriller is your kind of film.

✅ What Did You Miss?: We highlight things you may have missed, even if you've seen it many times.

✅ Paul’s Facts of the Day: Trivia, production secrets, stories and everything in between.

✅ What Do We Think?: Marc, Darren, and Paul share their personal opinions.

✅ Listener Lounge: Request a movie and have your questions answered!

Socials:

🎧 Movies In A Nutshell

Website: https://www.moviesinanutshell.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moviesinanut
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/moviesinanut
Email: hello@moviesinanutshell.com

🎙️ Marc Farquhar

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marcfarquhar
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themarcfarquhar

🎙️ Darren Horne

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thedarrenhorne

🎙️ Paul Day

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pauldaylive23

Recorded at:

🎙️ Sunbeams Studios – https://www.thestudioatsunbeams.co.uk

Music:

🎵 Main Theme: BreakzStudios – https://pixabay.com/users/breakzstudios-38548419/

🎵 Music Bed: ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod (https://www.incompetech.com)

(All music licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License)

Labyrinth - In A Nutshell

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 06:00:00 +0100

📽️ Labyrinth – In A Nutshell 🎬

Haven’t seen it? – We’ll help you decide to press play or skip.

Seen it? – We’ll make you want to watch it again.

We're here to help you spend less time browsing and more time watching!

In this episode of Movies In A Nutshell:

✅ The Nutshell: A clear, spoiler-free summary to help you decide if this is your kind of film.

✅ What Did You Miss?: We highlight things you may have missed, even if you've seen it many times.

✅ Paul’s Facts of the Day: Trivia, production secrets, stories and everything in between.

✅ What Do We Think?: Marc, Darren, and Paul share their personal opinions.

✅ Listener Lounge: Request a movie and have your questions answered!

Socials:

🎧 Movies In A Nutshell

Website: www.moviesinanutshell.com

Instagram: www.instagram.com/moviesinanut

Facebook: www.facebook.com/moviesinanut

🎙️ Marc Farquhar

🎙️ Darren Horne

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thedarrenhorne

🎙️ Paul Day

Recorded at:

🎙️ Sunbeams Studios – https://www.thestudioatsunbeams.co.uk

Music:

🎵 Main Theme: BreakzStudios – https://pixabay.com/users/breakzstudios-38548419/

🎵 Music Bed: ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod (https://www.incompetech.com)

(All music licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License)

Smokey And The Bandit - In A Nutshell

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 06:00:00 +0100

Not seen it? – We’ll help you decide to press play or skip!

Seen it? – We’ll make you want to watch it again!

📽️ Smokey and the Bandit – In A Nutshell 🎬

We're here to help you spend less time browsing and more time watching!

In this episode of Movies In A Nutshell:

✅ The Nutshell: A clear, spoiler-free summary to help you decide if this cult classic is your kind of film.

✅ What Did You Miss?: Things you may have missed, layers you didn't get to and details you didn't even notice!

✅ Paul’s Facts of the Day: Trivia, production secrets, stories and everything in between.

✅ What Do We Think?: Marc, Darren, and Paul share their own opinions.

✅ Listener Lounge: Request a movie and have your questions answered!

Socials:

🎬 Movies In A Nutshell:

Website: www.moviesinanutshell.com
Email: hello@moviesinanutshell.com
Instagram: @moviesinanut
Facebook: facebook.com/moviesinanut

🎤 Marc Farquhar:

Instagram: @marcfarquhar
Facebook: facebook.com/themarcfarquhar

🎙️ Darren Horne:

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/thedarrenhorne

📚 Paul Day:

Instagram: @pauldaylive23

Recorded at:

🎧 Sunbeams Studios – thestudioatsunbeams.co.uk

Music:

Main Theme: BreakzStudios – pixabay.com/users/breakzstudios-38548419
Music Bed: ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod – incompetech.com
(All music licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License)

Hot Shots! - In A Nutshell

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 06:00:00 +0100

📽️ Hot Shots! – In A Nutshell 🎬

We're here to help you spend less time browsing and more time watching!

Haven’t seen it? We give you a quick, simple, spoiler-free breakdown to help you decide if it’s worth your time.

Seen it? We highlight things you may have missed—even if you’ve seen it many times.

In this episode of Movies In A Nutshell:

✅ The Nutshell: A clear, spoiler-free summary to help you decide if the film is for you.

✅ What Did You Miss?: We highlight things you may have missed, even if you’ve seen it many times.

✅ Paul’s Facts of the Day: Trivia, production secrets, stories and everything in between.

✅ What Do We Think?: Marc, Darren, and Paul share their own opinions.

✅ Listener Lounge: Request a movie and have your questions answered!

Socials:

Movies In A Nutshell:

Instagram: @moviesinanut
Facebook: facebook.com/moviesinanut

Marc Farquhar:

Instagram: @marcfarquhar
Facebook: facebook.com/themarcfarquhar

Darren Horne:

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/thedarrenhorne

Paul Day:

Instagram: @pauldaylive23

Recorded at:

Sunbeams Studios – thestudioatsunbeams.co.uk

Music:

Main Theme: BreakzStudios – Pixabay Profile
Music Bed: ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
(Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License)

Alien - In A Nutshell(Listener Choice)

Tue, 27 May 2025 06:00:00 +0100

📽️ Alien – In A Nutshell 🎬

Not seen it? – We’ll help you decide to press play or skip!

Seen it? – We’ll make you want to watch it again!

This is the May 2025 Listener Choice episode chosen by Sethra6 - https://www.instagram.com/sethera6/

In this episode:

✅ The Nutshell: A clear, spoiler-free summary to help you decide if this cult classic is your kind of film.

✅ What Did You Miss?: Things you may have missed, layers you didn't get to and details you didn't even notice!

✅ Paul’s Facts of the Day: Trivia, production secrets, stories and everything in between.

✅ What Do We Think?: Marc, Darren, and Paul share their own opinions.

✅ Listener Lounge: Request a movie and have your questions answered!

Socials:

Movies In A Nutshell:

Website: www.moviesinanutshell.com
Email: hello@moviesinanutshell.com
Instagram: @moviesinanut
Facebook: facebook.com/moviesinanut

Marc Farquhar:

Instagram: @marcfarquhar
Facebook: facebook.com/themarcfarquhar

Darren Horne:

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/thedarrenhorne

Paul Day:

Instagram: @pauldaylive23

Recorded at:

Sunbeams Studios

Music:

Main Theme: BreakzStudios – Pixabay
Music Bed: ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod – incompetech.com
(Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License)

Top Gun - In A Nutshell

Tue, 20 May 2025 06:00:00 +0100

📽️ Top Gun (1986) – In A Nutshell 🎬

Not seen it? – We’ll help you decide to press play or skip!

Seen it? – We’ll make you want to watch it again!

✅ The Nutshell: We break down Top Gun (spoiler-free) to help you decide if this high-flying classic is your kind of film.

✅ What Did You Miss?: Bravado vs. vulnerability, call signs as identity, the meaning behind that volleyball scene, and whether Top Gun is recruitment propaganda or a personal story.

✅ Paul’s Facts of the Day: Behind-the-scenes stories, production facts, and surprising trivia straight from Paul.

✅ What Do We Think?: Marc, Darren, and Paul finally share their own opinions on the film.

✅ Listener Lounge: Your comments and questions get the spotlight—and we reveal next week’s movie!

Socials:

Movies In A Nutshell:

Website: www.moviesinanutshell.com
Email: hello@moviesinanutshell.com
Instagram: @moviesinanut
Facebook: MoviesInANut

Marc Farquhar:

Instagram: @marcfarquhar
Facebook: themarcfarquhar

Darren Horne:

LinkedIn: thedarrenhorne

Paul Day:

Instagram: @pauldaylive23

Recorded at:

Sunbeams Studios

Music:

Main Theme: BreakzStudios – Pixabay
Music Bed: ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod – incompetech.com
(Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License)

Run Lola Run - In A Nutshell

Tue, 13 May 2025 06:00:00 +0100

📽️ Run Lola Run – In A Nutshell 🎬

Not seen it? – We’ll help you decide to press play or skip!

Seen it? – We’ll make you want to watch it again!

In this episode of Movies In A Nutshell:

✅ The Nutshell: A clear, spoiler-free summary to help you decide if this German cult thriller is your kind of film.

✅ What Did You Miss?: Time loops, visual cues, symbolic choices, and storytelling techniques you might not have noticed.

✅ Paul’s Facts of the Day: Trivia, production secrets, stories, and everything in between.

✅ What Do We Think?: Marc, Darren, and Paul share their own opinions.

✅ Listener Lounge: Request a movie and have your questions answered!

Socials:

🎧 Movies In A Nutshell

Website: www.moviesinanutshell.com
Email: hello@moviesinanutshell.com
Instagram: @moviesinanut
Facebook: Movies In A Nutshell

🎙️ Marc Farquhar

Instagram: @marcfarquhar
Facebook: Marc Farquhar

🎬 Darren Horne

LinkedIn: Darren Horne

📚 Paul Day

Instagram: @pauldaylive23

Recorded at:

🎙️ Sunbeams Studios – thestudioatsunbeams.co.uk

Music:

Main Theme: BreakzStudios – Pixabay
Music Bed: ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod – incompetech.com
(All music licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License)

Snatch - In A Nutshell

Tue, 06 May 2025 06:00:00 +0100

📽️ Snatch – In A Nutshell 🎬

Not seen it? – We’ll help you decide to press play or skip!

Seen it? – We’ll make you want to watch it again!

In this episode of Movies In A Nutshell:

✅ The Nutshell: A clear, spoiler-free summary to help you decide if this stylish crime caper is your kind of film.

✅ What Did You Miss?: Things you may have missed, layers you didn't get to and details you didn't even notice!

✅ Paul’s Facts of the Day: Trivia, production secrets, stories and everything in between.

✅ What Do We Think?: Marc, Darren, and Paul share their own opinions.

✅ Listener Lounge: Request a movie and have your questions answered!

Socials:

🎙 Movies In A Nutshell:

Website: www.moviesinanutshell.com
Email: hello@moviesinanutshell.com
Instagram: instagram.com/moviesinanut
Facebook: facebook.com/moviesinanut

👤 Marc Farquhar:

Instagram: @marcfarquhar
Facebook: The Marc Farquhar

👤 Darren Horne:

LinkedIn: Darren Horne

👤 Paul Day:

Instagram: @pauldaylive23

🎧 Recorded at:

Sunbeams Studios – thestudioatsunbeams.co.uk

🎵 Music:

Main Theme: BreakzStudios – Pixabay Profile
Music Bed: ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

(All music licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License)

Withnail And I - In A Nutshell(Listener Choice)

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 06:00:00 +0100

Not seen it? – We’ll help you decide to press play or skip!

Seen it? – We’ll make you want to watch it again!

In this Listener Choice episode of Movies In A Nutshell:

✅ The Nutshell: A clear, spoiler-free summary to help you decide if this cult classic is your kind of film.

✅ What Did You Miss?: Things you may have missed, layers you didn't get to and details you didn't even notice!

✅ Paul’s Facts of the Day: Trivia, production secrets, stories and everything in between.

✅ What Do We Think?: Marc, Darren, and Paul share their own opinions.

✅ Listener Lounge: Request a movie and have your questions answered!

Socials:

Movies In A Nutshell:

Instagram: www.instagram.com/moviesinanut
Facebook: www.facebook.com/moviesinanut

Marc Farquhar:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marcfarquhar
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themarcfarquhar

Darren Horne:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thedarrenhorne

Paul Day:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pauldaylive23

Recorded at:

Sunbeams Studios – https://www.thestudioatsunbeams.co.uk

Music:

Main Theme: BreakzStudios – https://pixabay.com/users/breakzstudios-38548419/
Music Bed: ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod (https://www.incompetech.com)
(All music licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License)

A Minecraft Movie - In A Nutshell(Cinema Trip)

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 06:00:00 +0100

Not seen it? - We'll give you a quick spoiler-free breakdown!

Seen it? - We'll highlight things you may have missed even if you've seen it many times. Plus facts & trivia!

In this episode:

✅ **The Nutshell:** A clear, spoiler-free summary for new viewers.

✅ **What Did We Miss?:** Things you may have missed and hidden details.

✅ **Paul’s Facts of the Day:** Fascinating trivia and behind-the-scenes insights.

✅ **What Do We Think?:** Marc, Darren & Paul give their thoughts on the movie.

✅ **Listener Lounge:** Request a movie and have your questions answered!

Whether you're a lifelong crafter or just curious how blocks became a blockbuster, this one’s for you. 🎙️

**Socials:**

- *Movies In A Nutshell*:

- Instagram: www.instagram.com/moviesinanut

- *Marc Farquhar*:

- *Darren Horne*:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thedarrenhorne

- *Paul Day*:

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pauldaylive23

**Recorded at:**

Sunbeams Studios – https://www.thestudioatsunbeams.co.uk

**Music:**

Main Theme: BreakzStudios – https://pixabay.com/users/breakzstudios-38548419/

Music Bed: ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod (https://www.incompetech.com)

(All music licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License)

Notting Hill - In A Nutshell

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 06:00:00 +0100

Seen the movie? We challenge how you see it, pointing out things you may have missed—even after countless viewings.

Haven’t seen it? We give you a quick, simple, spoiler-free breakdown to help you decide if it’s worth your time.

In this episode of Movies In A Nutshell:

✅ The Nutshell: A clear, spoiler-free summary for first time viewers.

✅ What Did We Miss?: Hidden layers and meanings are uncovered, challenging how you see the movie.

✅ Paul’s Facts of the Day: Fascinating trivia and behind-the-scenes insights.

✅ What Do We Think?: The first time in the episode Marc, Darren, and Paul share their personal thoughts after holding back opinions until now.

✅ Listener Lounge: Request a movie and have your questions answered!

Whether you’re a fan of 90s rom-coms or just wondering why a travel bookshop became iconic, this episode is for you. 🎙️

Socials:

Movies In A Nutshell:

Instagram: www.instagram.com/moviesinanut
Facebook: www.facebook.com/moviesinanut

Marc Farquhar:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marcfarquhar
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themarcfarquhar

Darren Horne:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thedarrenhorne

Paul Day:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pauldaylive23

Recorded at:

Sunbeams Studios – https://www.thestudioatsunbeams.co.uk

Music:

Main Theme: BreakzStudios – https://pixabay.com/users/breakzstudios-38548419/
Music Bed: ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod (https://www.incompetech.com)
(All music licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License)

Big Trouble In Little China - In A Nutshell

Tue, 08 Apr 2025 06:00:00 +0100

Seen the movie? We challenge how you see it, pointing out things you may have missed—even after countless viewings.

Haven’t seen it? We give you a quick, simple, spoiler-free breakdown to help you decide if it’s worth your time.

In this episode of Movies In A Nutshell:

✅ The Nutshell: A clear, spoiler-free summary for new viewers.

✅ What Did We Miss?: Hidden layers are uncovered, challenging how you see the movie.

✅ Paul’s Facts of the Day: Fascinating trivia and behind-the-scenes insights.

✅ What Do We Think?: The first time in the episode Marc, Darren, and Paul share their personal thoughts after holding back opinions until now.

✅ Listener Lounge: Request a movie and have your questions answered!

Whether you’re new to the film or think you know it inside out, this episode offers something for everyone. 🎙️

Socials:

Movies In A Nutshell:

Instagram: www.instagram.com/moviesinanut
Facebook: www.facebook.com/moviesinanut

Marc Farquhar:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marcfarquhar
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themarcfarquhar

Darren Horne:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thedarrenhorne

Paul Day:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pauldaylive23

Recorded at:

Sunbeams Studios – https://www.thestudioatsunbeams.co.uk

Music:

Main Theme: BreakzStudios – https://pixabay.com/users/breakzstudios-38548419
Music Bed: ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod (https://www.incompetech.com)
(All music licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License)

The Beach - In A Nutshell

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 06:00:00 +0100

Seen the movie? We (mainly Darren) challenge how you see it, pointing out things you may have missed—even after countless viewings.

Haven’t seen it? We give you a quick, simple, spoiler-free breakdown to help you decide if it’s worth your time.

In this episode of Movies In A Nutshell:

✅ The Nutshell: A clear, spoiler-free summary for new viewers.

✅ What Did We Miss?: The hidden layers of The Beach—from behind-the-scenes stories to its lasting impact.

✅ Paul’s Facts of the Day: Surprising trivia and insights into the making of the film.

✅ What Do We Think?: The first time in the episode Marc, Darren, and Paul share their personal thoughts!

✅ Listener Lounge: We answer your questions and respond to your comments!

✅ Request A Movie: Send in your movie suggestions for the lads to break down!

Whether you’ve visited The Beach before or are discovering it for the first time, this episode has something for you. 🌊🎙️

For more information go to www.moviesinanutshell.com

Socials:

Movies In A Nutshell:

Instagram: www.instagram.com/moviesinanut
Facebook: www.facebook.com/moviesinanut

Marc Farquhar:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marcfarquhar
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themarcfarquhar

Darren Horne:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thedarrenhorne

Paul Day:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pauldaylive23

Recorded at:

Sunbeams Studios – https://www.thestudioatsunbeams.co.uk

Music:

Main Theme: BreakzStudios – https://pixabay.com/users/breakzstudios-38548419/
Music Bed: ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod (https://www.incompetech.com)
(All music licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License)

Con Air - In A Nutshell(Listener Choice)

Tue, 25 Mar 2025 06:00:00 +0100

Seen the movie? We will challenge the way you see it, pointing out things you may have missed even if you've seen it many times.

Haven’t seen it? We give you a quick, simple, spoiler-free breakdown to help you decide if it’s worth your time.

In this episode of Movies In A Nutshell:

✅ The Nutshell: A clear, spoiler-free summary for new viewers.

✅ Ratings & Reviews: How do critics and audiences compare—and what does that say about the film’s legacy?

✅ What Did We Miss?: Hidden layers are uncovered, challenging how you see the movie.

✅ Paul’s Facts of the Day: Fascinating trivia and behind-the-scenes insights.

✅ What Do We Think?: Later in the episode Marc, Darren and Paul share their personal thoughts after holding back opinions.

Is Con Air just a gloriously over-the-top 90s action flick, or is there more to it than meets the eye? Either way, buckle up—it’s going to be a wild ride! 🎙️

Follow & Connect With Us!

Instagram: www.instagram.com/moviesinanut
Facebook: www.facebook.com/moviesinanut
Email us your thoughts: hello@moviesinanutshell.com

Hosts:

🎙️ Marc Farquhar: Instagram | Facebook

🎙️ Darren Horne: LinkedIn

🎙️ Paul Day: Instagram

Recorded at:

🎙️ Sunbeams Studios – https://www.thestudioatsunbeams.co.uk

Music:

Main Theme: BreakzStudios – https://pixabay.com/users/breakzstudios-38548419/
Music Bed: ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod (https://www.incompetech.com)
(All music licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License)

Bad Boys - In A Nutshell

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 06:00:00 +0100

📽️ Bad Boys - In A Nutshell 🎬

Seen the movie? We will challenge how you see it, pointing out things you may have missed even if you've seen it many times.

Haven’t seen it? We will give you a quick, simple, spoiler-free breakdown to help you decide if it’s worth your time.

In this episode of Movies In A Nutshell:

✅ The Nutshell: A clear, spoiler-free summary for new viewers.

✅ Ratings & Reviews: How do critics and audiences compare—and what does that say about the film’s legacy?

✅ What Did We Miss?: Hidden layers are uncovered, challenging how you see the movie.

✅ Paul’s Facts of the Day: Fascinating trivia and behind-the-scenes insights.

✅ What Do We Think?: The first time in the episode Marc, Darren, and Paul share their personal thoughts after holding back opinions until now.

💻 Available to watch:

US Vudu (Fandango at Home) – with ads

UK Prime Video

Even if you think you know His Girl Friday, Darren might just make you see it differently... 🎙️

Socials:

Movies In A Nutshell

Instagram: www.instagram.com/moviesinanut

Facebook: www.facebook.com/moviesinanut

Marc Farquhar

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marcfarquhar

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themarcfarquhar

Darren Horne

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thedarrenhorne

Paul Day

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pauldaylive23

Recorded at:

Sunbeams Studios – https://www.thestudioatsunbeams.co.uk

Music:

Main Theme: BreakzStudios – https://pixabay.com/users/breakzstudios-38548419/

Music Bed: ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod (https://www.incompetech.com)

(All music licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License)

His Girl Friday - In A Nutshell

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 06:00:00 +0100

Seen the movie? We will challenge how you see it, pointing out things you may have missed even if you've seen it many times.

Haven’t seen it? We will give you a quick, simple, spoiler-free breakdown to help you decide if it’s worth your time.

In this episode of Movies In A Nutshell:

✅ The Nutshell: A clear, spoiler-free summary for new viewers.

✅ Ratings & Reviews: How do critics and audiences compare—and what does that say about the film’s legacy?

✅ What Did We Miss?: Hidden layers are uncovered, challenging how you see the movie.

✅ Paul’s Facts of the Day: Fascinating trivia and behind-the-scenes insights.

✅ Takeaways: The first time in the episode Marc, Darren, and Paul share their personal thoughts after holding back opinions until now.

💻 Available to watch:

US Vudu (Fandango at Home) – with ads

UK Prime Video

Even if you think you know His Girl Friday, Darren might just make you see it differently... 🎙️

Socials:

Movies In A Nutshell

Instagram: www.instagram.com/moviesinanut

Facebook: www.facebook.com/moviesinanut

Marc Farquhar

Darren Horne

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thedarrenhorne

Paul Day

Recorded at:

Sunbeams Studios – https://www.thestudioatsunbeams.co.uk

Music:

Main Theme: BreakzStudios – https://pixabay.com/users/breakzstudios-38548419/
Music Bed: ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod (https://www.incompetech.com)
(All music licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License)

Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery - In A Nutshell

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 06:00:00 +0100

Seen the movie? We challenge the way you see this movie, pointing out things you may have missed—even if you've seen it many times.

Haven’t seen it? We give you a quick, simple, spoiler-free breakdown to help you decide if it’s worth your time.

In this episode of Movies In A Nutshell:

✅ The Nutshell: A clear, spoiler-free summary for new viewers.

✅ Ratings & Reviews: How do critics and audiences compare—and what does that say about the film’s legacy?

✅ What Did We Miss?: Hidden layers are uncovered, challenging how you see the movie.

✅ Paul’s Facts of the Day: Fascinating trivia and behind-the-scenes insights.

✅ Takeaways: The first time in the episode Marc, Darren, and Paul share their personal thoughts after holding back opinions until now.

💻 Available to watch:

🇺🇸 Netflix | 🇬🇧 Netflix

Is Rian Johnson’s Glass Onion a clever deconstruction of power, influence, and deception—or just a fun, stylish whodunit? Either way, it’s a layered mystery worth peeling back. Tune in now! 🎙️

Socials:

Movies In A Nutshell:
Instagram: www.instagram.com/moviesinanut
Facebook: www.facebook.com/moviesinanut
Marc Farquhar:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marcfarquhar
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themarcfarquhar
Darren Horne:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thedarrenhorne
Paul Day:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pauldaylive23

Recorded at:

Sunbeams Studios – https://www.thestudioatsunbeams.co.uk

Music:

Main Theme: BreakzStudios – https://pixabay.com/users/breakzstudios-38548419/
Music Bed: ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod (https://www.incompetech.com)
(All music licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License)

When Harry Met Sally - In A Nutshell(Listener Choice)

Tue, 25 Feb 2025 06:00:00 +0100

🎥 When Harry Met Sally - In A Nutshell 🥪💬

Seen the movie? We(mainly Darren) will challenge how you see it, pointing out things you may have missed—even after countless viewings.

Haven’t seen it? We give you a quick simple, spoiler-free breakdown to help you decide if it’s worth your time.

In this episode of Movies In A Nutshell:

✅ The Nutshell: A clear, spoiler-free summary for new viewers.

✅ Ratings & Reviews: How do critics and audiences compare—and what does that say about the film’s legacy?

✅ What Did We Miss? We uncover hidden layers and challenge how you see the movie.

✅ Paul’s Facts of the Day: Fascinating trivia, including the inspiration behind *that* iconic diner scene.

✅ Takeaways: For the first time in the episode, Marc, Darren, and Paul share their personal thoughts—after holding back opinions until now.

💻 Available to watch:

🇺🇸 Max & Amazon Prime | 🇬🇧 ITVX & Amazon Prime

Whether you’re revisiting an old favorite or deciding if When Harry Met Sally deserves a spot on your watchlist, we’ve got something for everyone. 🎙️

Socials:

Movies In A Nutshell

Instagram - www.instagram.com/moviesinanut

Facebook - www.facebook.com/moviesinanut

Marc Farquhar

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/marcfarquhar

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/themarcfarquhar

Darren Horne

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/thedarrenhorne

Paul Day

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/pauldaylive23

Recorded at Sunbeams Studios - https://www.thestudioatsunbeams.co.uk

Music

Main Theme:

BreakzStudios - https://pixabay.com/users/breakzstudios-38548419/

Music Bed:

ProtoFunk - Kevin MacLeod (https://www.incompetech.com)

All music licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License

Palm Springs - In A Nutshell

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 06:00:00 +0100

In this episode we break down Palm Springs without spoilers (at first!), uncover hidden details, and debate whether this modern time-loop tale is a comedy classic or just another wedding disaster. Plus, Paul reveals why it became his lockdown comfort movie, Darren dives into the film’s deeper themes of meaning and monotony, and Marc shares what surprised him most about it.

🔹 Where to watch (Palm Springs is available on Hulu in the US and on Amazon Prime & Sky Cinema in the UK).

🔹 Rotten Tomatoes, IMDb, and Metacritic scores – did critics love it as much as audiences?

🔹 Behind-the-scenes facts: The insane Sundance record it broke, how long Andy Samberg might have been stuck in the loop, and the secret mid-credits scene you might have missed.

Join us as we decide: is Palm Springs worth your time, or are you better off escaping the loop? 🎙️

Socials:

Movies In A Nutshell

Marc Farquhar

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/themarcfarquhar

Darren Horne

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/thedarrenhorne

Paul Day

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/pauldaylive23

Recorded at Sunbeams Studios - https://www.thestudioatsunbeams.co.uk

Music

Main Theme:

BreakzStudios - https://pixabay.com/users/breakzstudios-38548419/

Music Bed:

ProtoFunk - Kevin MacLeod (https://www.incompetech.com)

All music licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License

A History Of Violence - In A Nutshell

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 06:00:00 +0100

📽️ A History of Violence - In A Nutshell 🔫💥

Seen the movie? We (mainly Darren) challenge how you see it, pointing out things you may have missed—even after countless viewings.

Haven’t seen it? We give you a quick, simple, spoiler-free breakdown to help you decide if it’s worth your time.

In this episode of Movies In A Nutshell:

✅ The Nutshell: A clear, spoiler-free summary for new viewers.

✅ Ratings & Reviews: How do critics and audiences compare—and what does that say about the film’s legacy?

✅ What Did We Miss?: Hidden layers are uncovered, challenging how you see the movie.

✅ Paul’s Facts of the Day: Fascinating trivia and behind-the-scenes insights.

✅ Takeaways: The first time in the episode Marc, Darren, and Paul share their personal thoughts after holding back opinions until now.

💻 Available to watch:

🇺🇸 Max & Hulu | 🇬🇧 ITVX & Amazon Prime

Whether you’re revisiting an old favorite or deciding if A History of Violence deserves a spot on your watchlist, we’ve got something for everyone. 🎙️

Socials:

- Movies In A Nutshell:

- Instagram: www.instagram.com/moviesinanut

- Facebook: www.facebook.com/moviesinanut

- Marc Farquhar:

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marcfarquhar

- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themarcfarquhar

- Darren Horne:

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thedarrenhorne

- Paul Day:

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pauldaylive23

Recorded at:

Sunbeams Studios – https://www.thestudioatsunbeams.co.uk

Music:

- Main Theme: BreakzStudios – https://pixabay.com/users/breakzstudios-38548419/

- Music Bed: ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod (https://www.incompetech.com)

(All music licensed under Creative

Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License)

The Net - In A Nutshell

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 06:00:00 +0100

Marc, Darren and Paul give you a quick Spoiler-free breakdown of the 1995 movie The Net. Then they reveal some behind the scenes facts and trivia plus other segments including Test Of Time, Worth A Watch and Listener questions and comments.

You can use this podcast in the following ways:

• Quickly learn what a movie is about without spoilers.

• Decide if a movie you haven't seen is worth your time.

• Learn something new about your favourite movies.

• Address that embarrassing list of movies you haven't seen.

• Get a nudge in the direction of your next watch.

Socials:

Movies In A Nutshell

Marc Farquhar

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/themarcfarquhar

Darren Horne

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/thedarrenhorne

Paul Day

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/pauldaylive23

Recorded at Sunbeams Studios - https://www.thestudioatsunbeams.co.uk

Music

Main Theme:

BreakzStudios - https://pixabay.com/users/breakzstudios-38548419/

Music Bed:

ProtoFunk - Kevin MacLeod (https://www.incompetech.com)

All music licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License

Leave The World Behind - In A Nutshell(Listener Choice)

Tue, 28 Jan 2025 06:00:00 +0100

Marc, Darren and Paul quickly breakdown the 2023 movie Leave The World Behind without spoilers. It was chosen by @JennesseeACT. Then they reveal some behind the scenes facts and trivia. Plus they discuss what would happen if this movie was released 20+ years ago, give you this week's 'Worth A Watch' and reveal next weeks movie choice.

You can use this podcast in the following ways:

• Quickly learn what a movie is about without spoilers.

• Decide if a movie you haven't seen is worth your time.

• Learn something new about your favourite movies.

• Address that embarrassing list of movies you haven't seen.

• Get a nudge in the direction of your next watch.

Socials:

Movies In A Nutshell

Marc Farquhar

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/themarcfarquhar

Darren Horne

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/thedarrenhorne

Paul Day

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/pauldaylive23

Recorded at Sunbeams Studios - https://www.thestudioatsunbeams.co.uk

Music

Main Theme:

BreakzStudios - https://pixabay.com/users/breakzstudios-38548419/

Music Bed:

ProtoFunk - Kevin MacLeod (https://www.incompetech.com)

All music licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License

WICKED - In A Nutshell(Cinema Trip)

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 06:00:00 +0100

In this episode the guys swiftly break down the smash hit movie of 24/25 - WICKED!

You can use this podcast in the following ways:

• Quickly learn what a movie is about without spoilers.

• Decide if a movie you haven't seen is worth your time.

• Learn something new about your favourite movies.

• Address that embarrassing list of movies you haven't seen.

• Get a nudge in the direction of your next watch.

Socials:

Movies In A Nutshell

Marc Farquhar

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/themarcfarquhar

Darren Horne

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/thedarrenhorne

Paul Day

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/pauldaylive23

Recorded at Sunbeams Studios - https://.thestudioatsunbeams.co.uk/

Music

Main Theme:

BreakzStudios - https://pixabay.com/users/breakzstudios-38548419/

Music Bed:

ProtoFunk - Kevin MacLeod (https://www.incompetech.com)

All music licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License

In Time - In A Nutshell

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 06:02:00 +0100

In this episode the guys swiftly break down in record time the timely suspense thriller... In Time! 🕞⌚🕰️⏳⏲️

You can use this podcast in the following ways:

• Quickly learn what a movie is about without spoilers.

• Decide if a movie you haven't seen is worth your time.

• Learn something new about your favourite movies.

• Address that embarrassing list of movies you haven't seen.

• Get a nudge in the direction of your next watch.

Socials:

Movies In A Nutshell

Marc Farquhar

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/themarcfarquhar

Darren Horne

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/thedarrenhorne

Paul Day

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/pauldaylive23

Recordrd at Sunbeams Studios - https://www.thestudioatsunbeams.co.uk/

Music

Main Theme:

BreakzStudios - https://pixabay.com/users/breakzstudios-38548419/

Music Bed:

ProtoFunk - Kevin MacLeod (https://www.incompetech.com)

All music licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License

Back To The Future - In A Nutshell

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 06:01:00 +0100

In this episode the guys swiftly break down one of the most iconic movies in cinema history... Back To The Future!

You can use this podcast in the following ways:

• Quickly learn what a movie is about without spoilers.

• Decide if a movie you haven't seen is worth your time.

• Learn something new about your favourite movies.

• Address that embarrassing list of movies you haven't seen.

• Get a nudge in the direction of your next watch.

Socials:

Movies In A Nutshell

Marc Farquhar