Threads (1984) with co-host Sarah

This is a grim one, but it's a film you need to see!A British kitchen sink drama set in Sheffield in 1983, which follows a young couple expecting their first child before a nuclear war interrupts their plans. Sean and Sarah review one of the most-unflinching and best British TV films of all time.Will they remain unimpressed by their choice of film?Warning: This podcast episodes contains descriptions of some of the shocking events in the film. Discussion Points:-Sarah and Sean forgot how bleak this film is.-How timely this film feels in 2024, even though it was made in 1984.-The impact of this film when it was first released.-How unnerving this film is. -Sean wonders whether they should have chosen this film.-The British Soap Creme-de-le-creme of actors. -Just how much the British underestimated the impact of a nuclear bomb.-Sarah debuts her Northern impression.-Sarah discusses the power of background events bubbling over so "abruptly and quickly", describing it as "masterful" and "amazing".-Sarah describes the power of the small character moments, which make the film so special.-The effects on the post-war generation and the complete lack of social cohesion is highlighted by Sarah. -Sean wonders if humans would become functionally extinct; when a species reaches such a low level of members that it will inevitably become extinct, as it is unable to replenish it's numbers.Raised Questions:-Will this film change the trajectory of your day?-How bad is Sean's Sheffield accent?-Is there anything better than an upper class English voice heralding your doom? -Does watching this film make you extra British?-Why did they show Threads (1984) to school children?-Does this film make you want to stop making jokes?-Was this film the death knell for many high street shops?-Did they need to make it seem survivable?-It's not good when they quietly store away the paintings is it?-Is this the best thing that the BBC has ever made?Thanks for Listening! Get in touch:We would love to hear your thoughts on Threads (1984). Let us know what you thought of the film and our podcast review!Find us here: Twitter: @YourselfReviewInstagram: reviewityourselfpodcast2021YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ReviewItYourself⁠ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.