All tagged Star Wars

Mafia Mamma

Popcorn Podcast infiltrates the Italian Mafia this week to discuss Australian icon Toni Collette's new action comedy, Mafia Mamma. Collette plays an American mum who inherits her mafia don grandfather's empire in Italy and defies everyone's expectations as the new head of the family business. But is Mafia Mamma a cinematic offer you can't refuse, or a hit gone wrong? Find out what Leigh and Tim think in one of the saltiest episodes of all time. Plus, announcements from Star Wars Celebration 2023; Moana to receive live-action treatment; Indiana Jones and The Dial Of Destiny's premiere at Cannes; new trailers for Barbie, Blue Beetle and The Marvels keep us entertained; and a HUGE double announcement from Leigh and Tim about the future of Popcorn Podcast. Listen and enjoy!…

John Boyega (Breaking)

Star Wars superstar John Boyega joins Popcorn Podcast to discuss his powerful new role in Breaking. The dramatic thriller, written and directed by Abi Damaris Corbin, is based on the true story of marine veteran Brian Brown-Easley, who took a bank with several employees hostage after being denied support from Veteran Affairs with devastating consequences. Boyega shares the challenges of joining such an intense project just two weeks before production began and the impact of working with the late Michael K Williams, while Leigh makes the acclaimed actor squirm with a particular comparison…

Sonic the Hedgehog

Leigh and Tim discuss why you should rush to see Sonic the Hedgehog. Plus, Taika Waititi takes on Star Wars, Tom Cruise's new project is out of this world, and there's another chance to win in the Popcorn Podcast giveaway.

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker

The Skywalker saga comes to an end with The Rise of Skywalker. Leigh and Tim unpack the epic Star Wars conclusion 42 years in the making with a no-spoiler review. From what could have been to budget cuts in the First Order, it's all here. Plus there's a new Top Gun trailer and Jumanji comes in strong.

Frozen 2

Sisters are in the spotlight with a review of Frozen 2. Plus, there's big Ghostbusters news, a star's emotional reaction to The Rise of Skywalker gives goosebumps and Mulan delivers an epic trailer.

Ready or Not

Ready or Not! Popcorn Podcast is back with a hot take on a new horror. There's also a return to Zombieland with Double Tap, while Ron Howard's Pavarotti doco is music to the ears. Plus, Joker is the highest-grossing R-rated film, the final Star Wars trailer arrives, and why a shark is not a T-Rex!

Ride Like A Girl

Leigh and Tim race their Ride Like A Girl review straight to your ears. How will Ang Lee's Gemini Man affect Scorsese's next flick? There's huge Star Wars and Jurassic World news, and you won't want to miss Tim's John Travolta impression. Ready, set, listen!