Layer Cake

The Mikes are taking a journey across the pond on the penultimate episode of Forgotten Summer as they take a look at one of Mike Butler's favorite films; the Matthew Vaughn directed, Daniel Craig starring Layer Cake.

Listen in as Mike Butler and Mike Field discuss this 2004 (2005 in the States) British gangster film and the first film directed by Vaughn; who was previously a producer on Guy Ritchie's films. The Mikes notice similarities in both directors' styles, but they also vary in different ways. Butler talks about how this is the film that made Daniel Craig the top choice to play James Bond in Casino Royale. There's also numerous plot lines and the stories of the past of many of the OG gangsters in the film to talk about; some are successfully explored, while others are super interesting, but leave the audience wanting.

Butler also discusses the tremendous acting talent behind the film; Colm Meaney, Michael Gambon, Burn Gorman, Kenneth Cranham, and George Harris. This film has an incredible pool of talent all at the top of their game.

So grab your ice cream, please notice the surfboards to the left and right of you, and settle down for Forgotten Summer!