Despite our cynicism, we're compelled to take a look at another film depicting supernatural occurrences. This could be the first of many visits to this franchise, as impressively, almost all of its storylines can be traced back to an historical account of some sort - and deciding which element of those accounts to tackle is half the fun. Who was Bathsheba? Where is the real house? And do all haunted houses just require a bit of DIY?! Join us to find out on That's Not How It Went Down! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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'The Salt Path' (2024)
There are very few literary phenomena as unique as "The Salt Path". The 2018 bestseller sold over 2 million copies and put first-time author Raynor Winn and her husband Moth firmly on the map as one of the most inspiriational couples in the country. But following up on an anonymous tip, the oldest newspaper in the world began it's own investigation, culminating in an exposé that would have reverberations throughout the literary and cinematic worlds. Did they really lose their home because of a bad investment? How bad is Moth's illness? And are Raynor and Moth even their real names?! Join us to find out on That's Not How It Went Down! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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'Erin Brockovich' (2000)
This week we get bogged down in the mire of a groundwater contamination scandal that blighted a small community in California. After a spate of comedy dramas and rom-coms, Julia Roberts' turn as a single mother, single-handedly taking a large corporation to task over their single-minded disregard for public health earned her a much-deserved Oscar. But did the real life character deserve the same level of credit? Was the outcome seen as a victory in the eyes of those affected? And how did this story end up in front of Danny DeVito?! Join us to find out on That's Not How It Went Down! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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'Training Day' (2001)
In the wake of the 1992 LA riots, public trust in the world famous LAPD was at an all-time low. But following an independent commission into police conduct, it was hoped the cops could get things back on track. That was until a police scandal which rocked the city, featuring a cabal of corrupt officers taking part in crimes ranging from shooting unarmed citizens all the way up to bank robbery, with one loose-cannon Puerto Rican cop being the focus of the investigation. Did Alonzo really have ties to street gangs in LA? Did he frame a former partner in the hopes of getting off scot-free? And is that Dr Dre AND Snoop Dogg?! Join us to find out on That's Not How It Went Down! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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'The Karate Kid' (1984)
By the end of World War Two over 120,000 people of Japanese descent found themselves interned in camps across the continental United States, despite the vast majority being US citizens themselves. But as the end of the conflict brought with it a new appreciation for Japanese people and culture, it wasn't long before martial arts began to find their footing in mainstream Hollywood movies and TV shows. And with a screenwriter tormented by bullies who takes his own journey into karate, I wanted to discover what other true events had inspired this 80s cult classic and what the life of Mr Miyagi actor Pat Morita had in tandem with his onscreen counterpart. Did Daniel really have to perform household chores as part of his training? Was his first sensei a violent ex-marine who allowed for "no mercy"? And was that crane kick even legal?! Join us to find out on That's Not How It Went Down! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Many movies claim to be 'based on a true story', but how much truth actually makes it onto the silver screen? Whilst one of us queries the less believable moments from the film, the other takes a deep dive into the fact behind the fiction to educate us and answer… is that really how it went down?Produced by 2020 Recordings Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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