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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All in Season Seven
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…
Popcorn Podcast discusses uplifting British film The Duke, starring Jim Broadbent, Helen Mirren and Matthew Goode. Based on a true story, The Duke follows Kempton Bunton, a 60-year-old taxi driver accused of stealing Francisco Goya's portrait of the Duke of Wellington from the National Gallery in London. But do Leigh and Tim think the period piece is a winner? Plus, your last chance to enter our Scream giveaway; Godzilla vs Kong sequel to call Australia home; Avatar 2 trailer coming; and Barry Keoghan breaks the internet…
Popcorn Podcast is joined by special guest Guillermo Martinez, Head of Story on The Mitchells vs The Machines, to discuss the Best Animation Oscar contender. Martinez shares insights into the creative process, getting the tone right, the unique style of the Sony Animation film and his big Oscar night plans. Find all this and more in this very special episode, we hope you enjoy!
Popcorn Podcast goes on a cinematic and musical journey through time with River. Directed by Jennifer Peedom and Joseph Nizeti, and narrated by Willem Dafoe, the film honours the wildness of rivers, but also recognises their vulnerability and explores how these “arteries of the earth” shape human existence. Join Leigh and Tim as they discuss this orchestral documentary, featuring music from Radiohead, the Australian Chamber Orchestra and Indigenous man William Barton. Plus, final Oscar predictions are made; Hollywood farewells another legend; Cannes reveals big debuts; and what's in store for the Play-Doh movie.
Popcorn Podcast brings you Turning Red, Disney and Pixar's coming-of-age story with a twist. Co-written and directed by Domee Shi – the first woman to helm a Pixar feature – Turning Red introduces Meilin Lee (voiced by Rosalie Chiang) a vibrant, self-assured teenager who suddenly turns into a giant red panda when she gets emotional. Can the film's unique animation fusion of east meets west deliver another Pixar winner? Plus, the South by Southwest Film Festival kicks off in Austin, Texas; the year of DC gets downgraded; first look at Disney's Pinocchio; and Dune casting news.
Popcorn Podcast chats to Bergman Island writer and director Mia Hansen-Løve about her new film, giving ghosts of the past a second life, and how Bergman Island explores the mechanics of inspiration and helped her to understand her own creative processes as a filmmaker. It's a fascinating and insightful interview that we hope you enjoy.
It's here! Matt Reeves' The Batman finally hits cinemas and Popcorn Podcast has the no-spoiler lowdown on Robert Pattinson's turn in the batsuit. This highly anticipated take on Gotham's Dark Knight delivers an action-packed thriller, but does it live up to the lofty expectations? Plus, Brad Pitt's Bullet Train speeds to the screen; a Beetlejuice sequel in the works; and new trailers for Fantastic Beasts and The Adam Project promise action-packed fun. All this and more in our bite-sized episode.
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.
Foo Fighters throw a monkey wrench at classic horror with slasher comedy Studio 666. The film sees the iconic rockers recording their new album in an abandoned mansion while contending with demonic houseguests, a horny neighbour, an overeager delivery driver and possessed frontman Dave Grohl convinced he's discovered a new note. But is Studio 666 the best, the best, the best of a new musician-led sub-genre? Find out Leigh and Tim's thoughts in this bite-sized bonus episode.
Popcorn Podcast goes on the thrill ride that is Uncharted. Adapted from Sony Playstation's iconic game series, Uncharted is a globe-trotting action-adventure following street-smart Nathan Drake (Tom Holland) and seasoned treasure hunter Victor 'Sully' Sullivan (Mark Wahlberg) as they race to recover a lost fortune. But is it action over substance? Plus, first-look trailers for Nope and Elvis; Doctor Strange hints at big surprises; Oscar hosts are revealed; and Paramount makes huge announcements. Join Leigh and Tim for all this and more in an exciting, jam-packed episode!
Writer and director Sasha Hadden stops by Popcorn Podcast to discuss his new Australian film A Stitch In Time, which follows Liebe (Maggie Blinco) on her journey of self-discovery while forming new friendships and reigniting old passions. Hadden shares what's at the heart of this inter-generational tale about community and talks never giving up on your dreams – at any age. We hope you enjoy this very special interview episode of Popcorn Podcast.
Popcorn Podcast unpacks fictional biopic Aline, inspired by the incredible true story of singing sensation Celine Dion's rise to fame. Much like the superstar diva herself, Aline is gloriously goofy with some interesting creative choices – giving Leigh and Tim plenty to say about Valérie Lemercier's ode to the icon.
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.
Popcorn Podcast chats with Marry Me stars Sarah Silverman and Michelle Buteau about their characters, Parker and Melissa, their love of rom-coms and why their new flick – co-starring Jennifer Lopez and Owen Wilson – is the film we all need right now. Plus, Silverman shares on her secret breakdancing skills! We hope you enjoy this very special interview episode of Popcorn Podcast.
Join Leigh and Tim as they discuss the rom-com event of the year, Marry Me. The heartwarming film from Kat Coiro stars Jennifer Lopez as a music superstar who marries a stranger (Owen Wilson) from the crowd when her world falls apart in front of a global audience of millions. Is it worth the walk down the (cinema) aisle? Listen to the bite-sized episode to find out. Plus, Oscar nominations are announced; David Lynch steps in front of the camera for Steven Spielberg's project; the Michael Jackson biopic in the works; and what exciting new trailers for Lightyear, Firestarter and Jurassic World: Dominion reveal.
Roland Emmerich serves up another big budget disaster flick in Moonfall, starring Halle Berry, Patrick Wilson and John Bradley as a heroic trio determined to save the world when a mysterious force knocks the moon from its orbit and sends it hurtling on a collision course with life as we know it. Plus, Hocus Pocus 2 will cast a spell on Disney+ this Halloween; Geoffrey Rush is raising eyebrows; The Color Purple adaptation finds its Shug Avery; Scream gets a sequel; and will Dakota Johnson join the Spider-Man universe?
Parallel Mothers is the latest from celebrated filmmaker Pedro Almodóvar. Starring his muse Penélope Cruz, the film explores political, moral and ethical themes amidst the coincidental meeting of two pregnant women whose relationship develops and complicates, and changes their lives forever. Join Popcorn Podcast for a bite-sized dive into this acclaimed foreign language drama.
Popcorn Podcast delights in Kenneth Branagh's Belfast, a joyous and deeply moving look at 1960s Northern Ireland, starring Judi Dench, Caitriona Balfe and Jude Hill in his feature film debut. Plus, Ana De Armas fans go to court; Chris Evans and Dwayne Johnson team up; Mortal Kombat 2 is ready to fight; and Jason Momoa gets Fast and Furious.
Popcorn Podcast dives into The Eyes of Tammy Faye, starring Jessica Chastain as a televangelist who rose to fame with her husband Jim Bakker (Andrew Garfield) before publicly losing it all in a fraud scandal dubbed Pearlygate. Chastain is transformed as Christian singer and preacher Tammy Faye in this intimate biopic from director Michael Showalter based on the documentary of the same name. Join Leigh and Tim in their lively discussion of The Eyes of Tammy Faye…
Popcorn Podcast revels in Spencer, Pablo Larraín's latest offering starring anticipated Oscar contender Kristen Stewart as Princess Diana. Join Leigh and Tim as they discuss its themes, fictionalised elements and whether it lives up to the hype. Plus, Daniel Radcliffe is Weird Al Yankovic; The Batman's run-time surprises; Disney's Aristocats gets the live-action treatment; and Ridley Scott rethinks his next film's obscure title.
