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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Let Popcorn Podcast be your guide through Disney's live-action retelling of Pinocchio. Robert Zemeckis helms this magical adaptation about a wooden puppet who embarks on an adventure to become a real boy, featuring Tom Hanks as kindly woodcarver Geppetto and Benjamin Evan Ainsworth as Pinocchio, with Cynthia Erivo, Joseph Gordon Levitt and Luke Evans. Does this update hold a candle to the beloved 1940 original? Listen to this bonus bite-sized episode to find out…
Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it's Popcorn Podcast's DC League of Super-Pets movie review! Join Leigh and Tim in a bite-sized discussion of this family-friendly animation, featuring the voices of Dwayne Johnson as Krypto the Super-Dog and Kevin Hart as shelter dog Ace. Joining them in the star-studded cast is Kate McKinnon, Natasha Lyonne, John Krasinski, Marc Maron, Keanu Reeves and more. Plus, there are new trailers for Black Adam and The Policeman; the Brenaissance is in full swing and we love it; and mark the calendar for some Dirty Dancing as Baby is back. Pop your headphones in and enjoy this super new episode of Popcorn Podcast…
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…
Popcorn Podcast interviews the A-list cast of new DreamWorks animation The Bad Guys! Join us for this special episode, as guest stars Awkwafina, Anthony Ramos, Craig Robinson and Marc Maron drop by to chat about the "Tarantino for kids" concept, who got the best lines and... that thing that looks like a butt…
Lights, camera, action! Popcorn Podcast lifts the curtain on toe-tapping sequel Sing 2. The animated film features a stellar voice cast, including Matthew McConaughey, Scarlett Johansson and Reese Witherspoon, catchy tunes and a heartwarming story, but can Sing 2 deliver a bigger and better show than its predecessor? Listen to this bite-sized episode to find out. Plus, the first Sonic 2 trailer is here, Tom Holland dances his way to a new role, and Daredevil to make his MCU film debut.
Popcorn Podcast sits down for a special chat with the Creative Directors of Spire Animation Studios, Shawn Krause, Michael Surrey and Ted Mathot to find out what sets the innovative new filmmaking company apart from its competitors. The trio shares their ambitions, what success looks like for the "scrappier" studio and they reveal details about two exciting films in development: Century Goddess and Trouble starring Danny McBride.
Director Malcolm D Lee drops in to Popcorn Podcast to chat about his film Space Jam: A New Legacy, and shares everything from his relationship with the classic '90s original to what he hopes fans will enjoy about his sequel. Lee also gives us insight into how they brought live action and animation together, what it was like working with LeBron James and how he decided which Warner Bros characters should make an appearance
Legendary voiceover artist Jeff Bergman drops by Popcorn Podcast for this special episode. The voice of Bugs Bunny and more shares the origins of his passion, his reaction to first seeing Space Jam: A New Legacy, and how Zoom saved him from Los Angeles gridlock – plus some of his animated pals make an exciting guest appearance!
Space Jam: A New Legacy has Leigh and Tim cheering for Bugs Bunny and his Looney Tunes pals to help LeBron James get his son back! Director Malcolm D Lee also drops in to this bonus Popcorn Podcast episode to chat about everything from his relationship with the 90s original to what he hopes fans will enjoy about his sequel
Take a trip to the Italian Riviera with Disney and Pixar's Luca. In a bonus episode of Popcorn Podcast, Leigh and Tim discuss the animation's simplistic approach to storytelling and whether the film from director Enrico Casarosa ticks the box on authenticity.
Does Disney's live-action Mulan live up to the original animation? Leigh and Tim share if it's worth the premier price tag. Plus, a new Bond trailer hits hard, The Godfather III gets a do-over, and why The Batman production has been delayed again
Leigh and Tim take on superhero blockbuster Bloodshot starring Vin Diesel. Plus, the Oscars gets postponed, Kristen Stewart's royal new role and Weta Digital is set to revolutionise animation.
The emotional Military Wives marches into cinemas, while Aussie animation The Wishmas Tree delights. Plus, The Invisible Man and Candyman are creepy AF, more Mulan changes are revealed and Jurassic World 3 finally gets a title…
Leigh hears the Call of The Wild, while Tim shares if true story Richard Jewell is a hero or zero. Plus, we're gung-ho for Guns Akimbo, but Cupid news and a trailer full of shower rubbing leave us less enthused.
