Shelter VS The Last Front; If I had legs I'd Kick You VS Werewolves Within; Send Help VS Twisted Metal

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In this episode of Netflix vs. Cinema, hosts Tosin Ajayi and Shaun Harris (joined later by Holly) continue the debate on whether the latest releases are best enjoyed on the "Big Stream" or the "Big Screen".

The team reviews everything from Jason Statham’s latest actioner, Shelter, to a hilarious rant regarding celebrity documentaries and the films of Melania Trump.

Timestamps

00:00 – Introduction : Tosin kicks off the show with the ultimate question: Big Stream or Big Screen?
09:03 – In the Cinema: Shelter : Shaun breaks down the "standard Jason Statham experience" and debates if this film actually belongs in a theater or on a streaming service.
13:56 – The Car Chase Critique : Shaun and Tosin discuss the "obligatory" car chases and why they often feel amateurish in modern action films.
20:18 – Streaming Spotlight: The Last Front : Shaun reviews the World War I Belgian drama on Prime Video, critiquing its "Nazi" tropes and a lack of logic in its action sequences.
26:28 – Oscar Contender: If I Had Legs, I'd Kick You : A look at Rose Byrne’s performance and whether this film is built for critics or general audiences.
33:02 – Campfire Games: Wherewolves Within : Tosin discusses the "Mafia-style" social deduction mystery and its transition from game to screen.
35:36 – The Melania Rant : Tosin explains his firm refusal to watch the new Melania Trump film, leading into a broader discussion on "farted out" celebrity documentaries.
40:31 – Surprise Screening: Send Help : Shaun gives a high 4.5-star rating to this Sam Raimi-produced thriller starring Dylan O'Brien.
48:50 – Video Game Adaptations: Twisted Metal : Tosin reviews Season 1 on BBC iPlayer, critiquing Anthony Mackie’s attempt at 80s-style banter.
55:14 – The Final Verdict : The team tallies the scores to see who won the week: Netflix or Cinema?

Is Netflix killing cinemas? Each week we weigh up what we've seen in cinemas with what we've watched online at home and figure out which provided the best time. At least, we did before COVID jumped in and declared Netflix, Amazon Prime, Disney + and friends the winner.

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