Citizen Lame

The brothers are back to talk Andrew through their favourite films of 2022 in this once off special. Did Dr Strange live up to the madness? Has Adam Sandler actually made another good film? Is it really that hard to make up Weird Al parody songs? Discover all this and more in a fun deep dive into this year’s cinema hits… and some of its misses.

It’s time for another Christmas episode of Citizen Lame, packed to the brim with fun movie facts, games and Andrew’s inexplicable disdain for a certain Academy Award winning musical. Dylan also performs a festive version of Brown Eyed Girl, while Simon tries out some Christmas Cracker jokes. There’s even live bomb defusals, improvised comedy, gifts and your guide to acceptable times of the year to watch Christmas movies. Enjoy!

Timestamps
*warning potential episode spoilers ahead*

00:00 The Start
00:50 Christmas Lights
01:11 When Is The Earliest & Latest You'll Watch A Christmas Film?
01:39 The Muppet Christmas Carol
03:45 Recap: Chicago
09:11 "Stressing" performed by Craig Urbani, Carly Graeme, Lebo Toko & Phumi Mncayi (Written by The Brothers Streep)
12:46 A Film With A Reindeer
13:12 Bill Murray
14:34 20 Questions
17:47 Hugh Laurie
18:38 Interesting Facts About Bill Murray
19:45 Hugh Laurie's Road To Acting
22:24 "Crack-Kerr" Simon Streep's Joke-Telling Game
25:14 Live Television
26:38 "Questions Only" Dylan Streep's Improv Game
29:05 Delivering Presents On A Sleigh On Christmas Eve
29:20 Star Tours - A Disney Attraction
30:58 "Brown Eyed Girl" by Van Morrison (Dylan Streep Cover)
34:49 "Silent Sleep" by Citizen Lame (Simon Streep's 'Silent Night' Improv Song)
40:04 Keep Talking And Nobody Explodes [https://keeptalkinggame.com/]
43:45 Bill Murray Becoming Unhinged
46:05 A Familiar Christmas Story In A Not-So-Modern Setting
47:12 A High Speed Adventure Around The World
47:47 Simon Streep Hands Out Gifts
48:09 It's A Star Wars T-Shirt!
48:45 It's A DVD of Beverly Hills Chihuahua!
50:33 The Runner Up: Arthur Christmas (2011)
51:22 The Winning Film: Scrooged (1988)
52:04 Movie Recommendation - "Seal Team" directed by Greig Cameron (Netflix 2021)
52:47 "Silent Night" composed by Franz Xaver Gruber, lyrics by Joseph Mohr (Performed by Citizen Lame)

Andrew’s in the mood for something different this week, and that something different is a talking animal! Can Dylan sway him to his side with a bunch of famous impressions, or will Simon win him over with a song that used to be called ‘Knickers in a Handbag’? There’s also talk of awkward movie screenings, and the boys find out which Knights of the Roundtable they’d be.

Related Links:

'Grace Kelly' by MIKA | https://youtu.be/0CGVgAYJyjk
'Robin Williams' by CeeLo Green | https://youtu.be/nfesrob8hW4
'Uma Thurman' by Fall Out Boy | https://youtu.be/2VTxYQL2SbA
'Barbra Streisand' by Duck Sauce | https://youtu.be/wWhtcU4-xAM
'Shia Labeouf' by Rob Cantor | https://youtu.be/N6KBfGRvDx4
'Clint Eastwood' by Gorillaz | https://youtu.be/1V_xRb0x9aw

Timestamps
*warning potential episode spoilers ahead*

00:00 The Start
00:42 Have You Ever Sat Through An Uncomfortable Film With Your Family?
02:15 Eyes Wide Shut
03:20 Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo
04:23 Recap: Clue
07:56 A Film With A Talking Animal
08:28 "John Cena" by Sho Madjozi
09:18 Wrestling vs Films
11:40 Sean Connery
12:25 Who Is The James Bond?
17:01 The "Who Sings That Song About That Famous Person?" Quiz
20:38 Celebrity Impressions
26:30 10th Century England
27:05 The "Which Knight Of The Round Table Are You?" Quiz
31:52 Corto Maltese
32:18 A Rebel Camp
33:33 Building Forts
36:21 "Whistle For The Choir" by The Fratellis (Simon Streep Cover)
38:24 "To The Stars" by Randy Edelman (Dylan Streep Cover)
39:14 The Wilhelm Scream
41:51 Villagers Training Montage
43:56 Harley Quinn's Floral Escape
46:28 A Talking Shark!
47:03 A Talking Dragon!
49:44 The Runner Up: Dragonheart (1996)
50:09 The Winning Film: The Suicide Squad (2021)

Andrew is tired of crying when the good guy dies in a film. If people are going to perish on screen, he wants to be spared the devastation. This week Dylan and Simon have the particularly tough job of finding a film where death is integral to the plot, but it doesn't spoil the movie... or your day. There's talk of whoopee cushions, school plays, Scooby-Doo and Power Rangers - but is any of it enough to sway Andrew?
Related Links:
Who's On First | https://youtu.be/2ve20PVNZ18

Timestamps
*warning potential episode spoilers ahead*

00:00 The Start
00:47 What Is A Film You Know A Lot About, But Haven't Seen?
00:52 2001: A Space Odyssey
01:50 The Shawshank Redemption
04:07 Bruce Willis Is Dead!
05:32 Recap: Hot Rod
08:48 A Film Where Somebody Dies…But You're Okay With It
09:30 Whodunit - A Game by Simon Streep
11:02 Star Wars Episode VI Return of the Jedi
13:13 Whoopi Goldberg
13:51 School Plays
15:23 Grease
16:44 Back to the Future
17:18 Tim Curry
19:19 Whoopee Cushions
24:20 Quite Partial To A Good Secret Passage
25:18 Scooby-Doo
28:15 Mighty Morphin Power Rangers
29:06 New York, Baby!
31:09 "Unchained Melody" by The Righteous Brothers (Dylan Streep Cover)
33:43 "Sh-Boom" by The Crew Nuts (Simon Streep Cover)
35:23 Weekend At Bernie's
36:22 JAM'D - Andrew's Acapella Group
38:47 "Who's On First" by Abbott & Costello
40:07 BTS: Citizen Lame Watch Marvel's Eternals at the IMAX
41:01 Elevator Hijinks
43:41 Sam & Molly Have It All…
44:50 A Classic Whodunit With A Comedic Twist
45:14 Simon's Game - The Trial
48:21 The Runner Up: Ghost (1990)
49:05 The Winning Film: Clue (1985)

Dylan and Simon both love musicals, but Andrew has his limits, and only wants to watch a film with restricted spontaneous singing. Can Andrew choose between two comedy giants like Bill Hader and Kristen Wiig, can Dylan win a round by roasting the crowd, and can Simon pull off a lounge cover of his favourite Shania Twain song? Find out all this and more in this week’s episode.

Timestamps
*warning potential episode spoilers ahead*

00:00 The Start
00:38 What Is The First Movie That You Saw At The Cinema?
01:51 Dinosaur Kids
02:45 Jurassic Park vs Homeward Bound
03:18 The Little Mermaid
04:40 The Lion King
05:30 Recap: Twister
09:45 A Film With A Musical Number, That's Not A Musical
12:51 Kristen Wiig
13:52 Bill Hader
15:10 What Do These Actors Have In Common?
18:30 The Celebrity Roast of Citizen Lame!
23:31 Nostalgic Vancouver
24:21 Ice Skating Memories
25:11 Disney On Ice!
27:34 An Underground Lair
28:56 "Wait...They're From Canada? That Surprises Me!"
31:15 Dramatic Mouse Orchestra
34:34 "Man, I Feel Like A Woman" (Simon Streep's Richard Cheese Parody)
36:36 "The Final Countdown" by Europe (Dylan Streep's Modern Movie Trailer Cover)
40:19 Best Fall Ever - Great Physical Comedy
42:43 Talking Club
45:38 A Coming Of Middle-Age Story
47:01 Childhood Friends Doing Stunts
48:25 The Runner Up: Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar (2021)
48:54 The Winning Film: Hot Rod (2007)

We're back, and this season Andrew is being a bit more specific with the films he wants to watch. First up, he wants the spectacle and thrill of a natural disaster movie. Can Simon win him over to his corner with tales of beaches and bidets, or will Dylan be able to persuade him that he needs more Bill Paxton in his life? Or was it Bill Pullman?

Related Links:
https://www.paxtonorpullman.com/

Timestamps
*warning potential episode spoilers ahead*

00:00 The Start
00:46 Lights On Or Off?
05:00 The Klaus Controversy
07:19 Recap: Elf
10:27 Natural Disaster Movies
11:09 Armageddon
11:34 Sharknado
12:36 Same Idea, Different Film
13:39 Bill Paxton
14:42 Tom Holland
15:35 The Tom Holland Problem
16:45 Bill Pullman
17:29 “I’m Bill Paxton, I’m Bill Pullman” Song
18:19 Is Tom Holland… (Google Questions)
20:49 Thailand
21:49 Oklahoma
22:06 Guess That State (Blank): Oklahoma Edition
23:25 The Toilets in Thailand
27:00 The Goo Goo Dolls
28:15 “Long Way Down” by The Goo Goo Dolls (Dylan Streep Cover)
30:45 “The Impossible Main Title” by Fernando Velázquez (Si Streep Piano Preview)
31:56 “The Impossible Main Title” by Fernando Velázquez (Si Streep Remix)
35:25 A Family Reunited
36:45 Friends Sharing Stories
38:34 A Fart In The Shower
40:14 Storm Chasers
41:21 A True Christmas Story
43:45 The Runner Up: The Impossible (2012)
44:42 The Winning Film: Twister (1996)

It’s our first ever Christmas special, and it’s so special, we decided to pack an extra 10 minutes into it. Join Andrew in a battle of the toymakers as Dylan uses intrigue to fight for a season win, while Simon tries to sing his way to the draw.

Timestamps
*warning potential episode spoilers ahead*

00:00 The Start
00:55 Favourite Christmas-Adjacent Film
01:31 Gremlins
02:14 Gizmo's Song
03:41 Gremlins-based Opera Late at Night
04:32 Tim Burton's Christmas-Adjacent Movies
05:50 Blackadder's Christmas Carol
07:28 Recap: About Time
13:23 The Love Actually Playbook
15:23 J.K. Simmons
17:02 Inverted Snape
17:44 Zooey Deschanel
19:51 The King of Bacchus, Mardi Gras 2018
22:23 "An Unexpected New Perspective" by The Brothers Streep (Demo)
23:35 "Metaphorically Speaking" by The Brothers Streep (Demo)
25:25 "How Many Names For Santa Can You Name?!"
29:03 Simon Streep Sings His Setting
30:09 O Little Town of Smeerensburg
30:38 Do You Want To Build A Snowman?
33:26 Kiss the Fish
34:45 Hamleys
35:44 Reggie's Rush
38:28 "Invisible" by Zara Larrson (Dylan Streep Cover)
40:18 "Santa Claus Is Comin' To Town" by J. Fred Coots and Haven Gillespie (Simon Streep Sing-Along)
43:08 A Great Shower Scene
44:39 "Baby It's Cold Outside" by Idina Menzel (AKA Adele Dazeem) and Michael Bublé
45:38 Introduction to Smeerensburg
47:36 Saving A Few Christmas Miracles For The End
48:57 Simon Streep Sings His Story
53:28 The Runner Up: Klaus (2019)
53:46 The Winning Film: Elf (2003)

Andrew has now watched three of the brother’s movies suggestions, but has he enjoyed their choices? In this episode Simon tries to win Andrew over with some wordplay, while Dylan warms his heart with a familiar song.

Jim Phillips Link:
https://youtu.be/ebFcd8OA5b0

Timestamps
*warning potential episode spoilers ahead*

00:00 The Start
01:11 Armrest Etiquette
02:29 Aeroplane Antics
05:07 Recap: The Long Kiss Goodnight
09:35 Adam Sandler
10:22 "Sandler's Usual Suspects - Yay or Nay?"
12:22 Elle Fanning
13:19 Child Stars in the Slow Lane
15:44 Nicknames
17:53 Celebrity Anagrams
19:30 A Slice of American Nostalgia
20:34 Salem, Massachusetts
22:34 "Monster Mash" by Bobby Pickett (Dylan Streep Acapella Cover)
24:39 Monster Munch TV Advert
27:05 "My Sharona" by The Knack (Simon Streep Karaoke)
29:29 A Train Wreck
31:16 Andrew's Home Videos: "Jim Phillips"
32:10 Dylan's Home Videos: "Princess Diana"
32:55 Dylan's Home Videos: "Swiss Army Dog"
33:35 The Brothers Streep's "Cadiz" Video
36:45 Food Fight!
39:17 The Simple Story of a Sandler Film
39:41 Mystery & Unexplained Events
42:51 The Runner Up: Super 8 (2011)
43:13 The Winning Film: Hubie Halloween (2020)

The brothers have each won an episode, so there’s everything to play for. Can Simon lure Andrew to his side with some soothing Buddy Holly, or will Dylan succeed with some over the top chopping?

Timestamps
*warning potential episode spoilers ahead*

00:00 Announcement
00:21 The Start
00:49 Pee or Pea?
02:06 The Yawn of the Rings: The Return of the King
04:19 Public Bathrooms in the Time of Coronavirus
05:37 An Official Apology
07:38 Recap: The Founder
11:51 Ewan McGregor
13:32 Andrew's Motorbike Adventures
15:15 Geena Davis
16:24 Mini Mensa Quiz
19:11 Bagpipes (and Other Scottish Inventions)
21:45 Samuel L Jackson
22:51 Snow, Carols, A Christmas Parade... This Must be a Shane Black film!
24:03 The Circus!
26:56 "Everyday" by Buddy Holly (Simon Streep Cover)
29:39 Samuel L Jackson Hums His Actions (Dylan Streep Cover)
31:38 Someone's in the Kitchen with Geena
33:40 Gummiberry Juice
36:26 Time Stands Still
38:38 Tall Stories
39:19 1995 Springbok RWC Squad Signed Rugby Balls
39:57 Bret 'The Hitman' Hart
41:23 Jason Bourne, But Earlier
42:32 Another Daughter in Peril?
44:17 The Runner Up: Big Fish (2003)
44:35 The Winning Film: The Long Kiss Goodnight (1996)

The battle for Andrew's movie affections continue. The Brothers Streep have each chosen a film that they need to convince Andrew to watch. Simon attempts to lure Andrew into his camp with the power of potatoes, whilst Dylan uses the 'power of the positive'. There's also talk about the morality of watching movies on your cellphone and the catchiest ringtone of all.

Timestamps
*warning potential episode spoilers ahead*

00:00 The Start
00:36 Watching Movies on your Phone
03:30 Recap: The Way, Way Back
06:12 Michael Keaton
06:39 "You Wanna Get Nuts? Come On, Let's Get Nuts!"
07:21 Channing Tatum
07:39 Potato Memes
08:37 On-Set Accidents
09:40 More Potatoes
11:08 Loadshedding
11:40 Potato Advertising
12:20 Potato Guns
13:48 Mini Movie Quiz - Famous Building
14:50 Filming in the White House
17:11 Ghosts in the White House
19:02 "The Power of the Positive" by Dr. Clarence Floyd Nelson (Dylan Streep Cover)
22:05 "Spanish Flea" by Herb Alpert & the Tijuana Brass (Simon Streep Remix)
23:17 Popular Ringtones
24:05 "Frolic" by The Brothers Streep
26:48 Rocket launching POTUS
27:45 Tennis Court Business Streamlining
31:54 Die Hard (in the White House)
32:37 Do I like the brand?
33:15 A Sudden Daughter in Peril
36:07 The Runner Up: White House Down (2013)
36:35 The Winning Film: The Founder (2016)

Introducing a film podcast for those who love films, and those who are still on the fence! Join musical comedians and movie lovers The Brothers Streep in their uphill battle to introduce their friend Andrew to the wonderful world of film. Each brother must try to get Andrew to watch a film of their choosing. In this first episode, Simon tries to seduce Andrew onto his side with a SuperTube, whilst Dylan attempts to sway Andrew with the sound of a 56k modem.

Timestamps
*warning potential episode spoilers ahead*

00:00 The Start
00:40 Popcorn
06:00 Who is Liam James?
07:05 Sam Rockwell
09:41 John Cho
10:05 Off Centre
10:45 #StarringJohnCho
13:08 California & The Red Hot Chilli Peppers
13:52 Calgames
14:26 Beach House Holidays
15:54 The Internet
17:36 Waterparks
19:32 For The Time Being by Edie Brickell (Simon Streep Cover)
22:21 The Glorious Sounds of the Dial Up Modem
25:08 Mondegreens
30:22 Stuck on a SuperTube
34:55 Coming of Age Films
36:17 A Whodunnit for the Modern Age
39:12 The Runner Up: Searching (2018)
39:37 The Winning Film: The Way Way Back (2013)

Join musical comedians and movie lovers The Brothers Streep in their uphill battle to introduce their friend Andrew to the wonderful world of film.

The first episode is out Friday 20 November 2020!