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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Reminiscence writer and director Lisa Joy joins Popcorn Podcast to discuss her new sci-fi thriller starring Hugh Jackman, Rebecca Ferguson and Thandiwe Newton. The Westworld showrunner shares behind the scenes stories from the set of Reminiscence and reveals why she couldn't bring herself to wrap on the last day of shooting the film.
Popcorn Podcast catches up with Asian-Australian stunt actor and fight choreographer Jim Punnett to talk about his work on Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, as well as locally-made blockbuster Mortal Kombat. Punnett also shares what Shang-Chi means for underrepresented cultures and what more the industry can do to address representation in film.
Popcorn Podcast is delighted to have the one and only Hugh Jackman stop by to discuss his new movie Reminiscence and divulge some behind-the-scenes secrets from the set. Australia's most beloved superstar even shares a great story about filming Baz Luhrmann's Australia. We hope you enjoy this special chat with our 'Man from Oz'.
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.
Candyman stars Teyonah Parris and Yahya Abdul-Mateen II drop in to help Popcorn Podcast discuss their new film. The actors share insights into the layers of a Jordan Peele movie, what drew them to the 'spiritual sequel' directed by Nia DaCosta and reveal what Candyman really wants. Meanwhile, Leigh and Tim have the lowdown on this terrifying take on the urban legend.
You're going on a journey... into Popcorn Podcast's Reminiscence movie review. Aussie superstar Hugh Jackman, Thandiwe Newton and director Lisa Joy join Leigh and Tim for this very special episode to discuss their new sci-fi thriller about a private investigator of the mind (Hugh Jackman) searching for his lost love (Rebecca Ferguson) in a broken futuristic world.
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
Task Force X recruits Popcorn Podcast to bring you a bonus review of DC's The Suicide Squad with special guest James Gunn. Does this wild comic book film blow it or blow it out of the park? Plus, Gunn opens his horribly beautiful mind to discuss how he approaches directing and why he injected such incredible colour into the traditionally dark and gritty world of DC
Popcorn Podcast speaks with Thomasin McKenzie in this special episode. McKenzie plays the character of Maddox as a teenager in M Night Shyamalan's new thriller, Old, and shares what draws her to projects like this, the challenges of filming during a pandemic and the bond she forged with castmates Alex Wolff and Australian Eliza Scanlen
Leigh and Tim talk Old, M Night Shyamalan's latest project about a group of holidaymakers stranded on a beach that makes them age rapidly. It's an interesting premise, featuring an international cast that includes Gael García Bernal, Vicky Krieps, Rufus Sewell, Alex Wolff, Thomasin McKenzie and Australia's own Eliza Scanlen, but is the thriller worth your time? Dive into this bite-sized episode to find out
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.
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
The Hitman's Wife's Bodyguard is here to 'hit us baby one more time' with the misadventures of unlicensed bodyguard Michael Bryce. Director Patrick Hughes joins Leigh and Tim on this bonus episode of Popcorn Podcast and shared his glee at finding new and imaginative ways to rough up his mate Ryan Reynolds. Hughes also dishes on the movie magic that happened bringing A-listers Salma Hayek, Samuel L Jackson, Antonio Banderas and Morgan Freeman together for the sequel.
Angelina Jolie marks her return to action hero status in the multilayered adaptation Those Who Wish Me Dead. The actress plays Hannah, a smoke jumper and survivalist desperate to right the wrongs of her past and save a young murder witness (played by Australian Finn Little) from the assassins hunting him – while a raging forest fire threatens them all. Leigh and Tim discuss the thriller in a bonus new episode of Popcorn Podcast.
Join Leigh and Tim for this retrospective special episode, as they look back on two years of the wild ride that is Popcorn Podcast, giving insight into who they are and their love of movies, as well as share what exciting things are coming next.
It's the most wonderful time of the year and the Oscars, albeit a little delayed in 2021, put on a show that got us all talking. Leigh and Tim break down the movie industry's night of nights, from the surprises and snubs to the telecast's restricted format and all the other iconic moments.
Popcorn Podcast takes a DCEU deep-dive into Zack Snyder's Justice League. Leigh and Tim talk everything from Josstice League comparisons to the visual splendours of slow-motion sequences and revamped rapid-fire action, as well as address the big one – Henry Cavill lip-gate.
As the delayed 2021 awards season gets underway, Leigh and Tim discuss the big nominations from the Golden Globes, Critics' Choice and Screen Actors Guild awards. Who will take home the top gongs?
In a holiday bonus, Leigh and Tim come out of their Christmas caves to talk The Croods 2: A New Age. The family-friendly sequel reunites an A-list voice cast, including Nicolas Cage, Ryan Reynolds, Emma Stone and more for a bigger, bolder adventure that hits Australian cinemas on Boxing Day.
