"What you say, Paper Champion? I'm gonna beat you like a dog, a dog, you hear me!"

The Stinking Pause Podcast - reviewing movies since 2013. Some good...some not so good.

We are back with a bit of a revamp for this episode.

Rocky III - Scott is joined by Antony from the Film Gold podcast to chat aboout Stallone, Hulk Hogan and Clubber Lang

The Balboa Legacy - in which Scott takes a look at the history of the greatest sporting movie franchise in history

1982 - One of the finest years in Hollywood. Not only Rocky III, but The Thing, Blade Runner, Poltergeist, Tron, The Wrath of Khan, Tootsie and many more.

Celluloid Stinkers - a new series looking at some of the best worst movies of all time. And what better place to start than the legendary Plan Nine from Outer Space?

Reel Britannia Recommends - Scott is joined by his friends and co hosts of the Reel Britannia podcast with their pick of the best movies coming up on Talking Pictures TV - the nation's favourite archive TV and movie channel.

All this, plus a few words from Mr David Niven!

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F1 - The Movie (2025)

Episode 204 - Southern Comfort (1981)

"I got news for you. He's nuts. I mean really fuckin' nuts."

Join Scott and Antony as as they take a deep dive into Walter Hill's 1981 atmospheric survival thriller, Southern Comfort. Often hailed as a gripping allegory for the Vietnam War set against the claustrophobic backdrop of the Louisiana bayou, this gritty masterpiece remains a masterclass in escalating tension and primal paranoia.

Set in the winter of 1973, the film follows a squad of Louisiana Army National Guardsmen embarking on a routine weekend training exercise in the deep swamp. Armed mostly with blanks and an overwhelming sense of unearned arrogance, these part-time soldiers view the treacherous environment as little more than a playground. However, their weekend excursion quickly spirals into a nightmare when they "borrow" a few canoes belonging to the local Cajun trappers. A foolish decision by one guardsman to fire blank rounds at the returning locals triggers a deadly misunderstanding. The Cajuns return fire with live ammunition, instantly killing the squad leader and plunging the remaining men into a desperate fight for survival.

Lost, disorganized, and surrounded by an environment they do not understand, the guardsmen find themselves hunted by a phantom enemy. The swamp itself becomes a character—an inescapable, misty labyrinth that strips away their military discipline and civilized facades. As the men are picked off one by one, internal fractures, paranoia, and sheer terror tear the squad apart from the inside out.

Join us as we dissect every muddy, tension-soaked layer of Southern Comfort. From Ry Cooder's haunting slide-guitar score to the stellar performances of Keith Carradine and Powers Boothe, we explore the film's themes of American hubris, the horrors of guerrilla warfare, and the dark instinct to survive.

Episode 203 - U Turn (1997)

"You like Patsy Cline? I just love her. I wonder how come she don't put out no more new records."

Get ready for a sun-drenched, fast-paced adventure in Oliver Stone's "U-Turn," a story that proves even the worst luck can lead to the opportunity of a lifetime!

The film introduces us to Bobby (Sean Penn), a man on a mission, cruising through the spectacular Arizona desert in his classic red Mustang. When his car decides it's time for an unscheduled pit stop, Bobby finds himself in the charming, one-of-a-kind town of Superior. Far from a boring delay, this "breakdown" is actually the start of an exciting new chapter, plunging him headfirst into a world of colourful characters and high-stakes opportunities.

Superior isn't just any town; it's a vibrant hub of unique personalities! Bobby quickly meets the town's most dynamic and passionate couple: the captivating and resourceful Grace (Jennifer Lopez) and her powerful, take-charge husband, Jake (Nick Nolte). This exciting pair immediately sees something special in Bobby, a go-getter who can make things happen.

In fact, Bobby is so impressive that he's immediately flooded with life-changing job offers! First, the enterprising Jake pulls him aside and offers him a very lucrative "contract" to help solve a major problem in his life: his wife, Grace. Then, in a thrilling twist, the equally ambitious Grace makes Bobby an even better offer to help her solve her biggest problem: her husband, Jake! Bobby, a man with a knack for negotiation, suddenly finds himself the most in-demand problem-solver in town, perfectly positioned to play the field and secure the best possible deal.

His adventure is a high-energy romp through this quirky oasis. He has memorable encounters with a hilariously eccentric and passionate local mechanic (Billy Bob Thornton), who is dedicated to taking his time and doing the job right. He also meets a spirited young couple, Jenny (Claire Danes) and TNT (Joaquin Phoenix), who are just bursting with youthful energy and jealousy, adding even more fun to the mix!

"U-Turn" is a brilliantly twisty ride where alliances shift like the desert sands. Bobby masterfully navigates this exciting game of wits, weighing his options and making bold, decisive moves. The film races toward a truly definitive climax where all the complicated storylines are tied up in a neat, conclusive bow. In a final, thrilling showdown, Bobby, Grace, and Jake all find permanent solutions to their problems.

"U-Turn" is a dazzling, action-packed story that will leave you breathless, proving that sometimes, a wrong turn is the best way to get exactly where you need to go!

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