The Deja Review

On this episode of 5 to 1, Mart & Trev talk about what they think are the best and worst movies of 2025.

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On this episode of 5 to 1, Mart & Trev talk about what they think are the best and worst movies coming in 2026.

Two long time friends, one podcast.
This is The Deja Review.

Enjoy the episode and remember to like, follow and tell your friends.

As always a massive thank you to Little Foil Fish for our theme tune - ⁠ @LittleFoilFish ⁠

Mart & Trev

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This episode on The Deja Review, Mart & Trev head to small-town America where the schools are friendly, the football’s Friday night… and the foreign invasion happens before lunchtime.

They start with Red Dawn (1984) — a Cold War fever dream where a bunch of high-school kids ditch homework, grab some guns, and become the most organised resistance force since last orders at the pub. Mart loves the sheer ’80s confidence of it all: parachuting villains, Patrick Swayze shouting “Wolverines!”, and teenagers surviving in the woods on pure patriotism. Trev agrees it’s bonkers — but in that sincere, “they really thought this could happen” kind of way.

Then it’s onto the 2012 remake, where the same story is rebooted for a new generation with slicker visuals, fewer mullets, and an invasion that keeps changing countries depending on who’s funding the film. Mart finds it watchable enough (“It’s like a greatest-hits remix”), while Trev insists it feels more like a Call of Duty cutscene stretched to feature length.

Expect debates over which version has the better teen soldiers, confusion about international politics, and serious questions like “Who's actually in charge of the invading forces?”

Two long time friends, one podcast.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Deja Review
00:42 Overview of Red Dawn (1984)
01:41 Cast and Characters
05:05 Character Dynamics and Tensions
07:29 Plot Inaccuracies and Strategic Questions
12:43 The Deer Blood Drinking Scene
17:01 Powers Booth's Character and Exposition
27:34 Transition to the 2013 Remake
28:04 Overview of Red Dawn (2013)
30:01 Character Changes in the Remake
39:33 Comparing the Two Films
53:12 Final Thoughts
55:55 5 to 1 Patrick Swayze

Keywords
Red Dawn, movie remake, Patrick Swayze, 1984 film, film analysis, Deja Review, Chris Hemsworth, cinema podcast, character dynamics, film comparison

This episode of The Deja Review, Mart & Trev place their bets on Casino Royale — starting with the 1967 version that looks like James Bond was made by a committee, during lunch, after several martinis.

First up: Casino Royale (1967) — a psychedelic spy spoof where everyone is James Bond, the plot actively avoids logic, and Peter Sellers appears to be acting in a completely different film from everyone else. Mart is baffled but impressed by the sheer confidence of it all, while Trev spends most of the runtime suggesting that illegal substances were responsible for this movie. By the end, they agree it’s less a movie and more a cinematic cheese board: strange combinations, questionable smells, but oddly fascinating.

Then they move on to Casino Royale (2006) — where Daniel Craig shows up, punches Bond back into relevance, and reminds everyone that 007 is supposed to be dangerous, not just confused. Mart loves the grit, the parkour, and the emotional depth; Trev applauds a Bond film where the stakes are high, nobody turns into a cowboy for no reason and he keeps excitedly shouting "PARKOUR" just like the American Office episode.

Expect arguments about tone, tangents about baccarat nobody understands, and the shared conclusion that one film is a classy reboot masterpiece… while the other feels like Bond ordered fondue and got whatever was left in the fridge.

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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Deja Review Podcast
01:08 Exploring Casino Royale (1967) as a Remake
02:07 The Chaotic Production of Casino Royale (1967)
03:04 The Star-Studded Cast and Cameos
04:02 The Directors and Filming Challenges
05:01 The Humour and Parody Elements
05:58 Comparing Casino Royale (1967) to Traditional Bond Films
06:58 The Role of Peter Sellers and David Niven
07:56 Transition to Casino Royale (2006)
08:53 Casino Royale (2006) Overview and Reception
09:51 Character Dynamics and Changes in Bond
11:13 The Opening Sequence of Casino Royale (2006)
34:57 Product Placement in Bond Films
37:19 Iconic Scenes and Accidental Moments
38:47 The Vespa Cocktail and Its Impact
40:15 Car Stunts and Record-Breaking Rolls
42:43 Bond's Visits to Venice
45:03 Daniel Craig's Casting Controversy
46:59 Subplots and Story Complexity
50:43 Favourite Scenes and Character Interactions
51:45 Bond Actors and Their Impact
54:40 The Need for Remakes
55:53 5 to 1: Bond Themes and Songs

Keywords
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This episode of The Deja Review, Mart & Trev put on their festive jumpers and head down 34th Street, where the true meaning of Christmas is decided… in a courtroom.

They begin with the 1947 original, a cosy black-and-white classic where a man claiming to be Santa Claus is taken seriously by an entire department store, a courtroom, and the American legal system. Mart is fully on board, soaking up the warmth, charm, and a time when Christmas films didn’t need a villain — just a judge with seasonal spirit. Trev enjoys it too, but can’t get past the fact that no one thinks to check Santa’s ID until the last 20 minutes.

Then it’s onto the 1994 remake, which swaps gentle charm for glossy ‘90s confidence, louder emotions, and Richard Attenborough delivering peak “twinkly-eyed Santa” energy. Mart admits he's waiting for a T-Rex to turn up, while Trev points out that the film now feels less like a miracle and more like a very expensive Christmas advert with legal paperwork.

Expect festive nostalgia, debates over which Santa you’d trust with your shopping list, and the shared conclusion that Christmas films used to be about belief… before they became about box office.

Two long time friends, one podcast.
This is The Deja Review.

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Mart & Trev

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TIMESCALE
00:00 Introduction to Deja Review Podcast
02:31 Exploring Miracle on 34th Street
08:06 Cultural Impact and Remakes
09:59 Character Relationships and Morality
12:10 Unseen Parade
13:18 Film Analysis and Reception
24:15 Transition to the Remake
27:54 The Santa Dilemma: Mistakes and Consequences
30:46 Character Dynamics: Relationships and Changes
32:44 Cultural Updates: From Dutch Orphans to Deaf Children
34:41 Visual Storytelling: Cinematic Techniques and Nostalgia
36:54 The Nature of Santa: Reality vs. Illusion
38:30 Comparative Analysis: Original vs. Remake
44:18 5 to 1: Santa in Films
53:28 Wrapping Up: Reflections and Future Plans

Keywords
Miracle on 34th Street, Christmas movies, film remakes, character analysis, holiday classics, movie reviews, Deja Review, Mart and Trev, film discussion, nostalgia

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