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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

Cam Sully
Host of The Jacked Up Review Podcast; filmmaker and audio drama creator
Episode: Airport 1975 | The First Disaster Sequel
Pete Baldao
Return guest on the episode
Episode: Old (2021) | Shyamalan Goes Wrong Again
Adam Hecht
First-time guest joining the discussion
Episode: The Emperor’s New Groove | Disney’s Weirdest Success
Mrs. Taylor
Wife of Eric Taylor and special guest for this episode
Episode: Anastasia (1997) | The Disney Movie That Isn’t Disney
Jay Skipworth
Co-host of Film Strip Podcast
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Episode: Presumed Innocent (1990) | Harrison Ford’s Most Underrated Role?
Taylor Schuurmans
Friend of the show and Harry Potter fan
Episode: Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (2005) | The Adaptation That Lost the Plot
Daniel Ake
Longtime listener and a patron of the podcast.
Episode: Doctor Strange (2016) | Marvel by the Numbers
Nathan Perry
Regular guest, provides insights on various films
Episode: Chariots of Fire (1981) | Worst Best Picture Winner
Joseph Darlington
Head of Section and host of the Being James Bond podcast
Being James Bond
Episode: Licence to Kill with Joe Darlington

Hosts

Patrick Dharms
Host of the show; long-running presence with extensive involvement across episodes.
Anton Prass
Co-host and frequent co-presenter; appears across many episodes with varied spellings.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 129 ratings
  • Fun show!

    The dynamic here is great, and the discussion of each movie provides a unique perspective and thoughtful analysis.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Phil At The Movies
    United States2 months ago
  • The Post-Movie Talk You Didn’t Know You Needed

    Each episode is like having a friend that you want to talk to after watching a movie. It’s funny, approachable, and insightful. Highly reccomend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AlexBb2025
    United States9 months ago
  • 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 Statesa year ago
  • Love this podcast!

    Great movie discussion.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Patrick Darms
    United States3 years ago

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Dynamic hosts with strong movie instincts and a knack for accessible critique.
Guest selections provide depth without losing the show's playful tone.
Some episodes polarize listeners when favorites are challenged or controversial takes arise.
Conversations blend humor with thoughtful analysis, great for after-match film chats.

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Solo: A Star Wars Story | Completely Unncessary
Q: Adam, why did you want to appear on Solo and talk Solo?
Adam explains his long-standing fandom and desire to explore where the film got its choices wrong, offering a critical, fan-focused perspective and a desire to highlight missed storytelling opportunities.
Hercules (1997) | Underrated Disney Renaissance
Q: What makes Hercules stand out among Renaissance era films?
Its bold stylistic choices, gospel-influenced music, and superhero origin framing distinguish it, even as its tone and depth are debated; the guests argue the film succeeds as a cohesive and enjoyable action‑comedy rather than a heavy drama.
Star Trek Generations | Nobody's Favorite
Q: Jay, why did you want to talk about Star Trek Generations?
The guest explains it's about the challenging handoff between original and new casts, plus a fascination with how the film attempted to balance two generations of fans, which ultimately led to a conversation about what worked and what didn't.
Season Nine Recap
Q: What movie do you want to do, but you can't justify it for the Why Wasn't It Better concept?
Patrick expressed that he would love to talk about 'The Godfather' or 'Pirates of the Caribbean', but it would just be a gush fest, which isn't the focus of the podcast.
Season Nine Recap
Q: What film do you refuse to cover and why?
Both Patrick and Anton expressed their disinterest in M. Night Shyamalan's newer works and newer superhero films, stating they feel less inclined to cover those.

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A sharp, film-nerd friendly discussion of highly anticipated movies that didn't quite land as expected. Episodes balance earnest critique with playful banter, unpacking production choices, casting decisions, and franchise context. The show often features a returning guest or expert who adds production insight, while the hosts' camaraderie keeps the tone accessible and entertaining. Notable strengths include thoughtful analysis of why certain films underperformed against expectations, plus lively debates about style, pacing, and audience reception. This mix is likely to appeal to listeners who want candid, in-depth movie conversations with a fan-friendly vibe and industry anecdotes.

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