<p>Filmmaker and comedian Matthew Highton remembers when Red Dwarf set the agenda for all playground conversations. And he certainly brings his A game to this chat, sharing so much of what he loves about the show - from the fantastic model work, to the endlessly entertaining relationship between Lister and Rimmer. What’s more, he gives us not one but three approaches to a fantasy re-cast. His insight into the links between comedy and horror is also on point… which leads us neatly to…</p><br><p>Our discussion of series 5 episode 4 - which happens to be Matt’s favourite episode! It is, as he says, a densely packed, incredible piece of work. We shine our hex vision onto so much great stuff - from very special effects, to the iconic Mr Flibble, and from amazing sci-fi ideas to beautifully crafted punchlines. Is it peak Dwarf? It may well be. We’re certainly quite, quite madly in love with Quarantine. </p><br><p>SO WHAT IS IT?</p><br><p>Better Than Life is the pod where comedians talk Red Dwarf, the greatest sci-fi sitcom, one episode at a time. With a fresh guest every ep, we’re your perfect podcast companion for a first watch or a rewatch. Be warned: spoilers! </p><br><p>Hosted by Fergus (huge fan) and John (lapsed fan). </p><p>Production, artwork and insights by Alex Watson. </p><br><p>FANCY SOME LINKS?</p><br><p>Check out Matt’s films on YouTube, starting with <a href="https://youtu.be/Z2CeaFOXqVY?si=Pnll2u2wMhUd_E2r" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Norman Lovett’s Holly starring in Moon with Sam Rockwell</a>!</p><br><p>Follow <a href="https://x.com/MattHighton" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@MattHighton</a> on X.</p><br><p>Follow <a href="https://www.instagram.com/itsmatthighton/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@itsmatthighton</a> on Instagram. </p><br><p>WHAT DO YOU THINK?</p><br><p>Have a word on our socials: </p><p>X/Instagram/Facebook - @itsBTLpod</p><br><p>EMAIL US</p><br><p>We’d love to ask your questions on the pod – and to hear your feedback. Drop us a line: [email protected] </p><br><p>ENJOY OUR THEME TUNE?</p><br><p>There’s more where that came from:<a href="https://holygoats.bandcamp.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> https://holygoats.bandcamp.com</a></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
