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SmartLessMar 2, 2026

Brian Cox

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We’re living in a wonder-world with the great Brian Cox. Tempura salad, resting bewildered face, and doing it like a goose. Is it the AC? Nope. It’s an all-new SmartLess.
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Glenrothan

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Brian Cox discusses his directorial debut, 'Glenrothan', which is about two brothers who own a distillery.

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The Sporting Life

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Brian mentions 'The Sporting Life', directed by Lindsay Anderson, which he saw as a child.

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Zorba, The Greek

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Brian refers to Alan Bates, who was famous in 'Zorba, The Greek'.

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If

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Brian references the film 'If', directed by Lindsay Anderson, which features Malcolm McDowell.

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Oh, Lucky Man

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Brian mentions 'Oh, Lucky Man', which is a follow-up film directed by Lindsay Anderson.

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Bourne movies

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The speaker expresses their admiration for the Bourne movies and the character Ward Abbott.

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Manhunter

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The speaker mentions seeing Manhunter in theaters and praises the performance of the original Hannibal Lecter.

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Saturday Night and Sunday Morning

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The speaker reflects on watching the film 'Saturday Night and Sunday Morning' and how it inspired him, particularly due to Albert Finney's performance.