The Hurt Locker / Michter's US-1 Single Barrel Rye

In this episode of Film & Whiskey, Bob and Brad kick off a mini-series of films directed by Kathryn Bigelow with her gripping 2009 war film The Hurt Locker. As they dive into the intense and realistic portrayal of the Iraq War, they pair the film with a much-loved, low-proof rye whiskey from Michter's. Throughout the episode, Bob and Brad explore the themes and direction of "The Hurt Locker," highlighting the tension and psychological depth of the story. They delve into Bigelow's masterful direction, discussing the film's impact and its place in cinematic history. In the second part of the episode, they review Michter's US-1 Single Barrel Rye, savoring its distinct flavors with insightful tasting notes and comparisons to other ryes. The hosts also engage in their popular game of "Two Facts and a Falsehood," challenging each other with trivia related to the film. They wrap up the episode with their final analysis of the performances and their overall scores for both the movie and the whiskey. Timestamps: 0:00: Introduction 07:40: Brad Explains 10:10: Themes and Direction 33:15: Michter's US-1 Single Barrel Rye review 46:00: Two Facts and a Falsehood 50:00: Performances and Final Analysis 58:30: Let's Make it a Double 1:01:00: Final Scores In this episode of Film & Whiskey, Bob and Brad embark on a thrilling cinematic journey as they discuss Kathryn Bigelow's critically acclaimed war film, "The Hurt Locker." Set during the Iraq War, the film follows an elite bomb disposal team as they face the dangers and psychological toll of their high-risk job. Bob and Brad delve into the film's themes and direction, exploring the intense portrayal of war and its impact on the characters. They analyze Bigelow's masterful storytelling, highlighting her ability to create tension and capture the psychological depth of the characters' experiences. To enhance the viewing experience, Bob and Brad have paired "The Hurt Locker" with Michter's US-1 Single Barrel Rye, a beloved low-proof rye whiskey known for its smoothness and distinctive flavor profile. They delve into the tasting notes, discussing the whiskey's unique characteristics and comparing it to other rye whiskies they have tried. In their signature game, "Two Facts and a Falsehood," the hosts challenge each other with trivia related to the film, keeping the audience entertained and engaged. They conclude the episode with their final analysis of the performances and their overall scores for both the movie and the whiskey. Listeners will be captivated by the in-depth discussion of "The Hurt Locker" and the whiskey tasting experience, making this episode a must-listen for film enthusiasts and whiskey lovers alike. Links: Visit Film & Whiskey's website at www.filmwhiskey.com for more episodes and content. Explore Michter's range of exceptional whiskies at www.michters.com. Film & Whiskey Podcast. New episodes every Tuesday. Theme music: "New Shoes" by Blue Wednesday Film & Whiskey ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Film & Whiskey ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Film & Whiskey ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our Discord server! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/filmwhiskey/support