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1st Apr 2025

The Beach - In A Nutshell

Seen the movie? We (mainly Darren) challenge how you see it, pointing out things you may have missed—even after countless viewings.

Haven’t seen it? We give you a quick, simple, spoiler-free breakdown to help you decide if it’s worth your time.

In this episode of Movies In A Nutshell:

The Nutshell: A clear, spoiler-free summary for new viewers.

What Did We Miss?: The hidden layers of The Beach—from behind-the-scenes stories to its lasting impact.

Paul’s Facts of the Day: Surprising trivia and insights into the making of the film.

What Do We Think?: The first time in the episode Marc, Darren, and Paul share their personal thoughts!

Listener Lounge: We answer your questions and respond to your comments!

Request A Movie: Send in your movie suggestions for the lads to break down!

Whether you’ve visited The Beach before or are discovering it for the first time, this episode has something for you. 🌊🎙️

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Sunbeams Studios – https://www.thestudioatsunbeams.co.uk

Music:

  • Main Theme: BreakzStudios – https://pixabay.com/users/breakzstudios-38548419/
  • Music Bed: ProtoFunk – Kevin MacLeod (https://www.incompetech.com)
  • (All music licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License)
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About the Podcast

Movies In A Nutshell
Confidently decide what to watch spoiler-free - and discover what you've missed
Movies In A Nutshell helps you confidently decide what to watch — without spoilers — and get more from the movies you’ve already seen.
Join us every week as we break down a single film to give you everything you need to make a confident, spoiler-free decision. From tone and style to themes, comparisons, and context, you’ll quickly understand what the movie is really about 'in a nutshell'.

Already seen it? We go further. We reveal the things you might’ve missed, even if you’ve watched it many times before. From details hiding in plain sight and behind-the-scenes facts to hidden meanings and lesser-known stories that’ll impress your friends.

Hosted by three lifelong movie fans Marc Farquhar, Darren Horne and Paul Day, Movies In A Nutshell is made for casual viewers and cinephiles alike. Whether you’re scrolling for something to watch tonight or revisiting an old favourite, we help you watch smarter, without telling you what to think.

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Marc Farquhar

Co-founder of Movies In A Nutshell, Marc is a former heavy metal frontman turned podcaster with over 8 years experience behind the mic. He is also an established paddle boarding coach, a husband and a father.