Entertainment journalist Leigh Livingstone and movie expert Tim Iffland review the newest film releases, plus break down the latest trailers and movie news. Bite-sized, moreish and a little salty – this is Popcorn Podcast with Leigh and Tim.
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Our Mortal Kombat II review is here, with content creator and Mortal Kombat expert and Movie Nerds Founder, Ryan Adams. Buckle up as Tim and Ryan examine the origins of the Mortal Kombat game and whether this highly anticipated sequel gets it right. From its IMAX release to the tight action, stunts and set pieces, this chat is a flawless victory example of how a film can be a hit for one and a misfire for another.
Mortal Kombat II director Simon McQuoid returns to Popcorn Podcast! In our chat, Simon shares his goal to create a maximalist world, how the IMAX experience levelled up the sequel in big ways, why dialling up the female representation was a must for the story and the dirty fighting he revelled in bringing to live. All this and much more.
Get over here friends because the trio of stars we have on Popcorn Podcast for Mortal Kombat II is a flawless victory. Karl Urban (Johnny Cage), Jessica McNamee (Sonya Blade) & Josh Lawson (Kano) are here. In our chat, the gang share how much improvisation came into play with the “battle of the one liners”, how important the strong female voice was for the film, why Karl Urban was happy to hand over the “dangerous stuff” to the stunt team, and what sits at the heart of each of their characters.
Popcorn Podcast goes on a journey of redemption with Mark Wahlberg in drama Joe Bell. Leigh and Tim have an honest discussion and share personal anecdotes as they unpack this deeply tragic true story. Plus, The Lost Boys are ready to rock a remake, Olivia Wilde is back in the director's chair, Christopher Nolan jumps ship to Universal and which reimagining of a '90s classic should Beyonce headline? All that and more in this week's episode!
