Our Essential Games Starter Pack (The Snake Boys Show Episode 6)
Summary
The Snake Boys discuss the concept of "elevated horror" and recommend the film *Passenger*, drawing comparisons to *The Hitchhiker*. They then praise *Better Call Saul* for its brilliant writing and character depth, noting it stands alongside *Breaking Bad*. The conversation shifts to Stephen Poliakoff’s 1999 drama *Shooting the Past*, which they highly recommend for its poignant story about a threatened photo archive. Finally, the hosts share their top five favorite video games, ranging from *GoldenEye* and *GTA 3* to *Red Dead Redemption 2* and *Metal Gear Solid*, while marveling at Hideo…
Topics discussed
Welcome and introduction to the Snake Boys Show
Snake eating habits and Dale Winton banter
Discussion on elevated horror and A24 films
Review of the film 'Passenger' and ghost in the car
Recommendation of the TV series 'Better Call Saul'
Praise for Vince Gilligan's writing team and Breaking Bad
Introduction to the drama 'Shooting the Past'
Plot details and cast of 'Shooting the Past'
Banter about Stephen Poliakoff's reputation and 'The Lost Prince'
Transition to favorite video games segment
Hosts share their top 5 favorite video games
Discussion on GoldenEye, GTA, and Red Dead Redemption 2
Analysis of Metal Gear Solid and Hideo Kojima's predictions
John Carpenter's Snake Plissken and Bond game references
Discussion on Alien: Isolation and The Last of Us Part 2
Debate on interactive movies vs. gameplay mechanics
Recollections of Half-Life 2 and Valve's impact
Grim Fandango, Broken Sword, and pick-up-and-play games
Closing remarks, Patreon plug, and credits
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