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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Leigh and Tim talk Little Tornadoes, a tender portrait of grief and societal change set against the rural backdrop of 1971 Australia. The stunningly shot local production from director Aaron Wilson and co-writer Christos Tsiolkas explores how human connection can help the healing process. Plus, I Wanna Dance With Somebody drops into the schedule; Scream 6 casting news confirmed; a Forrest Gump reunion; and David Duchovny's Bucky F*cking Dent is coming…
Prepare for a wild ride as Popcorn Podcast dives into the fabulously decadent and dubious House of Gucci, a tale of excess, greed and multiple betrayals dramatising the murder of the Gucci heir, as orchestrated by his ex-wife. Director Ridley Scott directs this blockbuster starring Adam Driver and Lady Gaga alongside Al Pacino, Jared Leto and Jeremy Irons.
If you want to know, if this movie's good. Who you gonna call? Popcorn Podcast! Ghostbusters are back in town and Leigh and Tim get nostalgic discussing new sequel Ghostbusters: Afterlife, starring Mckenna Grace, Paul Rudd, Carrie Coon and Finn Wolfhard. Join us on a journey to the Afterlife in this special no spoiler bonus episode.
Popcorn Podcast heads back into The Matrix with a review of Resurrections, the fourth instalment of the Wachowski sisters' highly successful sci-fi film franchise. Keanu Reeves and Carrie-Anne Moss return as Neo and Trinity in a mind-bending blockbuster full of eye-popping action, special effects and ultimately... love. Listen to the no spoiler episode and let us know what you think of The Matrix Resurrections on our social media channels.
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.
The Card Counter is under Popcorn Podcast interrogation, as Leigh and Tim discuss the character-driven drama starring Oscar Isaac as a haunted gambler walking the line between redemption and revenge. The film from 'Movie Brat' writer and director Paul Schrader also stars Willem Dafoe, Tiffany Haddish and Tye Sheridan, but is it worth taking a bet on?
Leigh and Tim are as mismatched as Venom and Eddie in their Venom: Let There Be Carnage views. But like the journalist (Tom Hardy) and his symbiote (also Tom Hardy), the co-hosts find a way to co-exist for this review of director Andy Serkis' sequel. Does the second film better the original? Or is it total carnage? Listen to the no-spoiler review now.
Join Popcorn Podcast as we discuss the outlandish Zola – a movie of our modern age, inspired by a series of wild tweets about a waitress/stripper who finds herself trapped in an out-of-control weekend that is stranger than fiction. But how true is this tall Twitter tale? And what does it say about the future of filmmaking?
From the Popcorn Podcast vault comes a special chat with actor Michael Caton about his 2020 Australian film Rams. The Aussie icon reveals what it was like stepping out of his comfort zone for the character of Les and recounts the joys of working with Sam Neill again after almost 40 years while sharing some fun stories from filming in beautiful Mount Barker, Western Australia.
Star of Mosquito State Beau Knapp joins Popcorn Podcast to talk about his new horror film streaming on Shudder. Knapp has featured in films such as The Destroyer with Nicole Kidman and Southpaw alongside Jake Gyllenhaal, and gives a lot of great insights into his reclusive Mosquito State character, the unsettling nature of mosquitoes and his upcoming projects with Ron Howard and Gyllenhaal.
From the Popcorn Podcast vault comes a chat with renowned actor Sam Neill about his 2020 Australian film Rams and its important themes. Neill gives insights into his character Colin and what it was like filming in the beautiful Western Australian countryside
In a special episode of Popcorn Podcast, Leigh and Tim sit down with In The Heights stars Leslie Grace and Melissa Barrera to learn more about their characters Nina and Vanessa, and what it means to them to be a part of this incredible adaptation of Lin-Manuel Miranda's musical
Leigh and Tim talk to In The Heights stars Jimmy Smits (Kevin), Olga Merediz (Abuela Claudia) and Gregory Diaz IV (Sonny) for a very special Popcorn Podcast episode. The talented trio shares what this electric film is about at its heart, their characters' 'suenitos' – or dreams – and give a big shout-out to Australians heading out to see this uplifting, life-affirming adaptation of Lin-Manuel Miranda’s musical in cinemas
In a special Popcorn Podcast episode, Tim sits down with director Jon M Chu for a chat about In The Heights, the In a special Popcorn Podcast episode, Tim sits down with director Jon M Chu for a chat about In The Heights, the vibrant musical based on Lin-Manuel Miranda's Broadway show. A self-confessed lover of all things music and dancing, Chu speaks about his inspiration for the film, as well as the importance of telling diverse stories, and his 'suenito' or dream for the future of the film industry
In Popcorn Podcast's final episode for season five, Leigh and Tim take a look at Aussie film Buckley's Chance. This family drama about loss, forgiveness and dingoes is ripe for discussion. But does it leave Leigh and Tim satisfied? Plus, we get a first look at Supergirl; Mark Wahlberg makes us emotional; Nicolas Cage goes truffle foraging; Disney has found its live-action Snow White; and Transformers activates beast mode…
Hold on tight fam, Leigh and Tim are racing their Fast and Furious 9 review straight to you. This out-of-this-world instalment in the Fast Saga reunites old friends and introduces new foes, all in one action-packed thrill-ride. But does it take the franchise's pole position? Plus, the changes to Peter Jackson's Beatles documentary; sequel news for Greenland and Sonic The Hedgehog; and Russell Crowe's ambitious plans for a fully integrated movie studio on the NSW coast
The cast of In The Heights joins Leigh and Tim for this Popcorn Podcast bonus review. Jimmy Smits (Kevin), Olga Merediz (Abuela Claudia) and Gregory Diaz IV (Sonny) stop by to chat about the heart of Lin-Manuel Miranda's vibrant musical and the sueñitos – or little dreams – of their characters, plus the talented trio delivers a special shout-out to cinema audiences
Leigh and Tim share why you should watch Rams, the Aussie drama starring Sam Neill and Michael Caton as feuding sheep-farming brothers. Plus, the Sammy Davis Jr biopic in the works, George Clooney's Calico Joe, and Harrison Ford as an unhinged sea captain.
Leigh and Tim talk Irresistible, the surprising political satire from Jon Stewart. Plus, there are exciting movie trailers for Free Guy and The 355, big Soul news from Disney, and Whoopi Goldberg confirms Sister Act 3 is in the works – and there's still time to enter Popcorn Podcast's movie ticket giveaway
Leigh and Tim tune into The High Note then journey into The Secret Garden. Plus, Justice League undergoes reshoots, Disney shuffles the release slate... again, and there's casting news for Black Adam and Peter Pan And Wendy
