A Filmversation with Mike and Nick
Join two films fans on their cinematic journey. Mike and Nick will explore various themes and subjects in the movies they watch. Their goal is to cultivate rewarding conversation about film and uncover the things that make movies truly special.
A Filmversation with Mike and Nick
Ralph Bakshi - The Lord of the Rings & Fire and Ice
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The pair of hosts head back to younger years and visit a staple of vintage nerdom: Ralph Bakshi. Bakshi was an iconic animator in his own right who worked alongside a fellow great like Frank Frazetta. His work was heavily stylized and was a favourite of Nick's in his youth. See how Mike, with sober eyes, views these works and if Nick's loving opinions still remain true today. What impact does Bakshi's Lord of the Rings have on the world with the existence of Peter Jackson's well-known masterpieces. Is there room for two interpretations?