Oh Brother
Real brothers, Reel Talk: Dan & Mike Smith cover film, TV, & artist interviews 🍿📺🎤
My brother Mike and I launched the “Oh Brother” podcast in 2020. The show’s primary objective is to share our enthusiasm for film and cinema in an informative and entertaining way. We also enjoy interviewing artists with diverse backgrounds in film and television who work both in front of and behind the scenes.
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Oh Brother
The Hit: Terence Stamp’s Coolest Goodbye
In this episode, we revisit The Hit (1984), a meditative crime film that gave Terence Stamp one of his most hauntingly restrained performances. As news of Stamp’s passing at age 87 reverberates through the film world, we reflect on his legacy—from the rebellious charm of Billy Budd to the icy menace of General Zod, and the quiet dignity he brought to The Hit.
We unpack the film’s existential undertones, Stephen Frears’ direction, and Stamp’s ability to command the screen with silence and soul. It’s part review, part tribute—an ode to an actor who never chased the spotlight, but always earned it.
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