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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Join Popcorn Podcast for a captivating interview with director Bill Oliver, the creative force behind groundbreaking film Our Son, starring Billy Porter and Luke Evans as a couple whose once-happy marriage is rapidly disintegrating toward divorce. Tim and Oliver explore the evolution of queer storytelling and discuss the authentic characters – flaws and all – that define Oliver's work. This is your backstage pass to the creation of heart-wrenching drama Our Son and the genius of Bill Oliver…
Popcorn Podcast reviews Australian film Bosch & Rockit, starring Luke Hemsworth and Rasmus King as a father and son on the run from the law under the guise of a surfing holiday. The coming-of-age drama from writer and director Tyler Atkins is an exploration of the parent/child bond and forgiveness set against the stunning backdrop of Australia's east coast. Join Leigh and Tim for the bite-sized discussion. Plus, Jesus rises again in Mel Gibson's controversial The Passion of the Christ sequel; news on the next Saw film; and get set for all things Lord of the Rings coming our way.
Popcorn Podcast breaks down The Forgiven, a slow-burn, character-driven drama starring Ralph Fiennes and Jessica Chastain as a strained couple who hit and kill a young boy while speeding through the Moroccan desert to attend a party weekend. The film from John Michael McDonagh, based on the novel by Lawrence Osborne, delves into the cultural and ethical aftermath of the accident in thought-provoking ways that really got Leigh and Tim talking…
Revel in the romance of Cyrano with Popcorn Podcast's review. Director Joe Wright's musical take on the classic tale of longing and loss stars Peter Dinklage as witty, but insecure Cyrano de Bergerac, pining for his lifelong friend Roxanne (Haley Bennett), who is smitten with the brave but hapless Christian (Kelvin Harrison Jr). Join Leigh and Tim as they talk beauty, music and the language of unrequited love. Plus, Sean Penn's warzone documentary; surprising Oscars news; and your last chance to win movie tickets to Bergman Island.
Join Popcorn Podcast for a review of transformational drama C'Mon C'Mon. The stylistic black and white film from Mike Mills stars Oscar-winner Joaquin Phoenix and Woody Norman as an uncle and nephew forging new emotional bonds on a cross-country road trip.
The King's Man catapults Popcorn Podcast to the early 20th century to learn how the secret Kingsman agency was formed. But does the prequel to the irreverent spy series maketh a good film? Find out what Leigh and Tim thought of this action-packed adventure starring Ralph Fiennes.
Popcorn Podcast is back and the first episode of season seven serves up a review of tennis biopic King Richard. Will Smith stars as Richard Williams, who helped turn his daughters Venus and Serena Williams into the tennis superstars they are today. Plus, Morbius is delayed again; Holland, Tom Holland reveals his failed James Bond pitch; Pixar's Turning Red skips cinemas; and we farewell Hollywood greats Sidney Poitier and Betty White.
Popcorn Podcast chats with Simon Rex, the star of Sean Baker's Red Rocket, about his down-on-his luck porn star character Mikey Saber, working with Baker, what it was like filming guerrilla-style during a pandemic and his surprising casting story. We hope you enjoy this special episode.
Leigh and Tim discuss Red Rocket, Sean Baker's (The Florida Project) wild character-driven ride about Mikey Saber (Simon Rex), a washed-up opportunistic porn star who goes crawling back to his small Texas hometown – not that anyone really wants him back! Enjoy this bonus Popcorn Podcast episode.
Aaron Sorkin's newest drama, Being The Ricardos, is a snapshot of a couple in crisis, as iconic husband and wife comedy duo Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz face challenges that could end their marriage as well their careers. Popcorn Podcast brings you the rundown on The West Wing showrunner Sorkin's journey into biopic territory, starring Nicole Kidman and Javier Bardem. Plus, Popcorn Podcast chats to the creative team behind upcoming animation The Bad Guys, Nicolas Cage leans into the curve with his most Nicolas Cage movie yet, and the first trailer for The Secrets Of Dumbledore heralds a wizarding war.
Popcorn Podcast talks Joachim Trier's The Worst Person In The World, led by Renate Reinsve in the acclaimed role that won her Best Actress at Cannes Film Festival. The Norwegian film follows four years in the life of Julie (Reinsve) as she navigates life, love and loss while trying to figure out who she really is and whether her choices make her the worst person in the world. Join Leigh and Tim as they discuss this romantic drama.
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 get an early look at Shia LeBeouf's Honey Boy catharsis. Plus, big sequels are locked down, Billie Eilish's Bond song is revealed and Robert Pattinson's bat suit sends us all into a spin.
Season three of Popcorn Podcast kicks off with the shocking Bombshell and action-packed Bad Boys for Life. Plus, Leigh and Tim discuss why it's too early for the Avatar hype machine, the surprising cameo in Morbius and why we won't see Jaymie Bond.
Leigh and Tim discuss Sam Mendes' 1917 and the filmmaking techniques that make this war epic one of the most compelling movies of 2020.
It's a jam-packed episode as Leigh and Tim review Brad Pitt's space drama Ad Astra, as well as cover Angry Birds 2, Downton Abbey, Rambo: Last Blood, Good Boys and so much more! Discover which one was fun, which was confusing, which one pasted over plot holes with music and which one will have you laughing out loud from start to finish.
Straight from the Once Upon a Time in Hollywood Sydney premiere, take a ride with Leigh and Tim through Tarantino's love letter to Tinseltown. Plus, Leigh petitions to make Henry Cavill a Disney prince, Tim is devastated by some Little Mermaid news, who is Drunk Funcle and what on earth is a spiritual sequel?
