EPISODE · Apr 23, 2026 · 1H 15M
163 - Battle Royale Is Brutal… and Still Absolutely SLAPS
from Two Asian Blokes · host Danh and Thavy
Two Asian Blokes Podcast is back with a special guest episode — featuring Sam from You, Me, and a Podcast — for another edition of Show-and-Tell.In this recurring segment, we invite guests to bring an Asian film that means something to them… and this time, Sam has chosen a heavy hitter: Battle Royale.Which also happens to be Thavy’s favourite movie. No pressure.Directed by Kinji Fukasaku, Battle Royale is a cult classic that blends brutal violence, social commentary, and unforgettable characters. In this episode, we break down the film’s production, its stacked cast, our favourite scenes, and the themes that have kept it relevant for over two decades.We also discuss how Fukasaku’s World War II experiences shaped the film, spotlight performances like Chiaki Kuriyama, and ask the important question: how long would we actually survive in a Battle Royale scenario?(Answer: not long.)From its most hard-to-watch moments to its lasting legacy in pop culture, we dissect why Battle Royale remains one of the most influential and delightfully gruesome films ever made.🎙️ Check out Sam’s podcast — You, Me, and a Podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1i43ToDCKrzDmOcKq1STSC?si=8b72d4fb6c3742f8 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/you.me.and.apodcast/🔔 SUBSCRIBE to Two Asian Blokes https://www.youtube.com/@twoasianblokes?sub_confirmation=1⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction – Meet Sam (You, Me, and a Podcast) 03:55 About You, Me and a Podcast 07:35 Sam’s Movie Taste 12:52 Battle Royale (2000) – Review & Discussion 28:03 The Battle Royale Cast 33:38 Kinji Fukasaku’s WWII Experience & Influence 39:15 Favourite Scenes from Battle Royale 44:55 Themes & Social Commentary 58:49 Chiaki Kuriyama Spotlight 1:01:54 The Ending Explained & Message 1:04:02 Most Hard-to-Watch Moments 1:08:21 Pitching a Bad Hollywood Remake 1:12:32 Final Thoughts💬 What’s your favourite scene from Battle Royale? And how long do you think you’d last?📩 Email us: [email protected]👥 Join the Friends of Two Asian Blokes Facebook group🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple Podcasts 📱 Follow us on Instagram & TikTok: @twoasianblokes#BattleRoyale #KinjiFukasaku #JapaneseCinema #MovieReview #FilmPodcast #CultClassic #TwoAsianBlokes
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Two Asian Blokes Podcast is back with a special guest episode — featuring Sam from You, Me, and a Podcast — for another edition of Show-and-Tell. In this recurring segment, we invite guests to bring an Asian film that means something to them… and this time, Sam has chosen a heavy hitter: Battle Royale. Which also happens to be Thavy’s favourite movie. No pressure. Directed by Kinji Fukasaku, Battle Royale is a cult classic that blends brutal violence, social commentary, and unforgettable char...
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163 - Battle Royale Is Brutal… and Still Absolutely SLAPS
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