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Why Wasn't It Better?

Why Wasn't It Better?
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Have you ever watched a movie you were excited for but felt disappointed in some way? Were you left wondering why it wasn't better? This is the podcast that has the answers! We review films that were highly anticipated, but were for a variety of reasons either disappointing, underachieving, or misunderstood, and ramble about why they weren't better. This is a podcast for film nerds and for anyone ... more

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Recent Guests

Kai Wang
Longtime friend of the show and fan of Transformers films
Episode: Transformers One
Daniel Ake
Longtime listener and a patron of the podcast.
Episode: Doctor Strange
Ivan Calixto
Media professional and return guest
Episode: Waterworld
Joseph Darlington
Head of Section and host of the Being James Bond podcast
Being James Bond
Episode: Licence to Kill with Joe Darlington
Eric Taylor
Producer
Episode: Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron
Peter Baldeo
Veteran in film discussions
Episode: Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron
Brian Anderson
First-time guest and long time friend.
Episode: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Deep Roy
Actor known for his role as the Oompa Loompas in the film.
Episode: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Jake Valkusky
First-time guest and Harry Potter fan.
Episode: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets

Hosts

Patrick Dharms
Host known for his in-depth film critiques and engaging discussion style.
Anton Paras
Co-host and film enthusiast contributing humor and insight to film discussions.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 94 ratings
  • Lost me at Out of Africa

    If you think out of Africa was the worst best picture you need to find a better hobby, This isn't for you.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    sx@5
    United States7 months ago
  • Love this podcast!

    Great movie discussion.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Patrick Darms
    United States2 years ago

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The show is praised for its insightful and in-depth discussions about film disappointment, making it appealing to cinephiles.
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Doctor Strange
Q: Daniel, as today's guest, why did you want to talk about Doctor Strange?
I'm a big Marvel fan. Not so much of anything that came after Endgame, but the true stuff is great.
Avengers: Age of Ultron
Q: What did Thor see that caused him to zap Vision to life?
Thor had a vision regarding the infinity stones and believed the scepter was safer in the Avengers' hands.
Avengers: Age of Ultron
Q: What was Tony's original plan for Ultron?
To protect the world by having Ultron run the Iron Legion and replace Jarvis.
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Q: What do you see as the biggest problem with the storytelling?
The main character doesn't really change or like do anything to really, doesn't really go through like a particular transformation.
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Q: Anton, do you want me to round this out, or do you want to go first and try to break it up a little bit?
I'll go and look, I had to really think about why did I dislike this film?

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Exploring the theme of cinematic disappointment, this show focuses on films that were highly anticipated yet fell short of expectations. Each episode features hosts engaging in lighthearted discussions that blend humor and critical analysis as they dissect movies from various genres, examining flaws such as weak character development, plot inconsistencies, and issues with direction. Unique insights often come from guest appearances, enriching the conversation with diverse perspectives on the films at hand. This collective critique serves as a platform for both casual viewers and die-hard film enthusiasts to reevaluate beloved or despised titles within the cinematic landscape.

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