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.
All in Special
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.
Popcorn Podcast has the absolute honour of chatting to Oscar-winner Eva Orner about her powerful new documentary Burning to get firsthand insights on why the filmmaker felt compelled to make this movie, how she brought footage and interviews together in a way that balances both the political and emotional, and how she hopes people will respond to watching the confronting but important film. We hope you enjoy this special episode.
Florian Zeller chats to Popcorn Podcast about his Oscar-nominated film The Father, starring Academy Award-winners Anthony Hopkins and Olivia Colman. The director shares how he adapted his moving play for the screen; why he hopes the simple story will be an immersive and cathartic experience; and reveals how he and the iconic Hopkins made each other's dreams come true.
Aerial photographer and videographer Jaimen Hudson chats to Popcorn Podcast about his visually stunning documentary From Sky to Sea; the importance of pursuing your dreams in the face of adversity; and why the coastal regions of Western Australia are the real stars of the film.
Director Glendyn Ivin talks to Popcorn Podcast about his new movie Penguin Bloom, starring Naomi Watts, Jacki Weaver and Andrew Lincoln. The award-winning filmmaker shares his insights on bringing the Bloom family's heartwarming story to the screen, as well as the spontaneity (and challenges) that working with animals and children bring to a production.
Popcorn Podcast chats with prolific producer Bruna Papandrea of Made Up Stories about new Aussie dramas The Dry and Penguin Bloom, as well as the mission of Made Up Stories to continue supporting female creatives, and the joys of bringing quality productions and big-name talent to her "favourite place in the world"...
Popcorn Podcast sits down with Eric Bana, Robert Connolly and Jane Harper to talk about their incredible drama The Dry. The trio of creatives offer behind-the-scenes insights into the making of the film and share why the tradition of watching a summer blockbuster at the cinema is more meaningful than ever.
Enjoy this extended episode of Popcorn Podcast's chat with Alex Winter about Bill and Ted Face The Music, including what's next for the best buds and what the franchise does better than its contemporaries like Back To The Future.
Leigh and Tim talk to Emma Bourke, a talented design assistant and make-up artist currently working on Baz Lurhmann's Elvis biopic. In this special episode, Bourke shares what a typical day on set looks like, offers insight into the important creatives working behind the scenes of our favourite movies, and discusses the challenges facing the film industry.
Alex Winter chats to Popcorn Podcast about bringing Bill And Ted Face The Music to the big screen, the joys of returning to his most excellent character, and why people still love the aspiring rock stars after all this time.
Leigh and Tim unpack all the exciting reveals from DC FanDome's epic virtual convention, including first looks at Wonder Woman 1984, The Batman, The Suicide Squad, Black Adam and so much more.
Leigh chats with Essie Davis, star of Miss Fisher and the Crypt of Tears, about keeping busy in isolation, the challenges of filming in Phryne's fabulous outfits and what makes the lady detective so popular with fans.
Leigh and Tim discuss all the nomination hits and misses from the film awards season's biggest event – the Oscars. With the prestigious ceremony almost upon us, find out who are the favourites to win.
Leigh and Tim discuss Sam Mendes' 1917 and the filmmaking techniques that make this war epic one of the most compelling movies of 2020.
Leigh and Tim discuss Greta Gerwig's take on Little Women in this mini holiday special. The updated classic features star performances from an incredible cast, but is it enough to warrant the remake?
It's a Popcorn Podcast Boxing Day special featuring Cats and Jumanji: The Next Level. Leigh and Tim have their expectations played with like a ball of yarn as one pleasantly surprises, while the other disappoints.
Join Leigh and Tim for a spoiler-filled review of Spider-Man: Far From Home. From the aftermath of Endgame to Tom Holland's performance as the web-slinger, Popcorn Podcast digs deep on the big reveals.
Join Leigh and Tim for an epic spoiler-filled Endgame Special, breaking down the blockbuster's biggest talking points. From Fat Thor to Professor Hulk and the legacy of RDJ, even being separated by sickness can't stop them asking the big questions, like, what's up with Carol's 'can I speak to the manager' haircut?
