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Morbius

Morbius

Popcorn Podcast
News, Season Seven

Morbius finally flaps (or is it flops?) onto the big screen, starring Jared Leto as the blood-thirsty Dr Michael Morbius. Join Leigh and Tim as they dive into the newest entrant to the Sony Spider-Man Universe and discuss everything from Leto's take on the conflicted character to CGI design and shameless shirtless shots. Does Morbius really deserve the flak it's been copping? Plus, a slap signals the end of awards season; Tom Cruise's mission impossible attempt to save the cinema experience; and exciting new trailers for Top Gun: Maverick, Men and Minions: The Rise Of Gru…

Bonus – The Bad Guys

Bonus – The Bad Guys

Popcorn Podcast
Bonus, Season Seven, DreamWorks

Being good is no fun at all in this bonus episode of Popcorn Podcast. Leigh and Tim review The Bad Guys, a new action-comedy from DreamWorks Animation based on Aaron Blabey's best-selling kids' book series. The film follows a criminal crew of animal outlaws – including Mr Wolf (Sam Rockwell), Mr Snake (Marc Maron), Mr Shark (Craig Robinson), Ms Tarantula (Awkwafina) and Mr Piranha (Anthony Ramos) – as they attempt their most challenging con yet... becoming good guys. Does the "Tarantino for kids" flick hit the target? Find out in this fun new episode from your favourite podcasting pair…

Special – Mia Hansen-Løve

Special – Mia Hansen-Løve

Popcorn Podcast
Interviews, Season Seven, Special

Popcorn Podcast chats to Bergman Island writer and director Mia Hansen-Løve about her new film, giving ghosts of the past a second life, and how Bergman Island explores the mechanics of inspiration and helped her to understand her own creative processes as a filmmaker. It's a fascinating and insightful interview that we hope you enjoy.

Special – Emma Bourke

Special – Emma Bourke

Popcorn Podcast
Season Four, Special, Interviews

Leigh and Tim talk to Emma Bourke, a talented design assistant and make-up artist currently working on Baz Lurhmann's Elvis biopic. In this special episode, Bourke shares what a typical day on set looks like, offers insight into the important creatives working behind the scenes of our favourite movies, and discusses the challenges facing the film industry.