The Northman

The Northman

Popcorn Podcast
Season Seven, News

Popcorn Podcast travels to the 10th Century for Robert Eggers' Viking saga, The Northman. Starring Alexander Skarsgård, Anya Taylor-Joy and Nicole Kidman, The Northman tells the story of a ruthless Viking berserker who is reminded of a vow to avenge his father, save his mother and kill his uncle. Listen to discover if Eggers' bloody and brutal film is worth raiding the popcorn for. Plus, the Thor: Love and Thunder teaser drops; Celine Dion lends her music to a new romantic drama; Minecraft finds its leading man; and Graceland comes to the Gold Coast for the Australian premiere of Baz Luhrmann's Elvis…

Special – Jake Gyllenhaal, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II and Michael Bay (Ambulance)

Special – Jake Gyllenhaal, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II and Michael Bay (Ambulance)

Popcorn Podcast
Interviews, Season Seven

Join Popcorn Podcast for this special Ambulance interview episode where guests Jake Gyllenhaal (Spider-Man: Far From Home), Yahya Abdul-Mateen II (Candyman) and director Michael 'Bayhem' Bay (Bad Boys, Transformers) drop by to discuss their action-packed new film. Everything from smashing sexy cars to a burgeoning bromance is on the agenda, plus Bay reveals why he prefers a short shoot over spending years on a sound stage, like his mate James Cameron, and how he gets car companies throwing cars at him to destroy on camera…

The Lost City

The Lost City

Popcorn Podcast
Season Seven, News

It's a super salty Popcorn Podcast episode as Leigh and Tim disagree on The Lost City, starring Sandra Bullock, Channing Tatum and Daniel Radcliffe. The action comedy is reminiscent of iconic adventure flicks, such as Romancing the Stone, but does it have the star power, chemistry and laughs to become a cult classic of the same calibre? One host doesn't think so. Journey into the jungle to find out who. Plus, The Crow finally flies out of development hell with an aptly terrifying star attached; Fast and Furious woo girl Vin Diesel announces a new member of the F10 family; and Salma Hayek joins Magic Mike's Last Dance…

Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets Of Dumbledore

Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets Of Dumbledore

Popcorn Podcast
News, Season Seven

Does Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore cast a spell on movie lovers? The dulcet tones of Dave Lee join Leigh to discuss the third film in the Fantastic Beasts series, featuring Mads Mikkelsen in the role of Gellert Grindelwald alongside a returning Jude Law as Albus Dumbledore. The Secrets of Dumbledore feels like a course correction for the franchise, but is it enough to accio box office success?

Bonus – Ambulance

Bonus – Ambulance

Popcorn Podcast
Season Seven, Bonus

Special guest host Nick L'Barrow joins Leigh to discuss Michael Bay's action-packed new blockbuster, Ambulance. From the high-speed car chases to the dynamic use of drone technology, Ambulance is Bayhem in every sense of the word. Come along for the ride with Popcorn Podcast as we break down the adrenaline-fuelled Ambulance starring Jake Gyllenhaal and Yahya Abdul-Mateen II as criminal brothers desperately trying to escape a bank heist gone wrong…

Morbius

Morbius

Popcorn Podcast
News, Season Seven

Morbius finally flaps (or is it flops?) onto the big screen, starring Jared Leto as the blood-thirsty Dr Michael Morbius. Join Leigh and Tim as they dive into the newest entrant to the Sony Spider-Man Universe and discuss everything from Leto's take on the conflicted character to CGI design and shameless shirtless shots. Does Morbius really deserve the flak it's been copping? Plus, a slap signals the end of awards season; Tom Cruise's mission impossible attempt to save the cinema experience; and exciting new trailers for Top Gun: Maverick, Men and Minions: The Rise Of Gru…

Bonus – The Bad Guys

Bonus – The Bad Guys

Popcorn Podcast
Bonus, Season Seven, DreamWorks

Being good is no fun at all in this bonus episode of Popcorn Podcast. Leigh and Tim review The Bad Guys, a new action-comedy from DreamWorks Animation based on Aaron Blabey's best-selling kids' book series. The film follows a criminal crew of animal outlaws – including Mr Wolf (Sam Rockwell), Mr Snake (Marc Maron), Mr Shark (Craig Robinson), Ms Tarantula (Awkwafina) and Mr Piranha (Anthony Ramos) – as they attempt their most challenging con yet... becoming good guys. Does the "Tarantino for kids" flick hit the target? Find out in this fun new episode from your favourite podcasting pair…

The Duke

The Duke

Popcorn Podcast
Season Seven, News

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…

Special – Guillermo Martinez

Special – Guillermo Martinez

Popcorn Podcast
Interviews, Special, Season Seven

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!

River

River

Popcorn Podcast
Season Seven, News

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.

Turning Red

Turning Red

Popcorn Podcast
News, Season Seven

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.

Special – Mia Hansen-Løve

Special – Mia Hansen-Løve

Popcorn Podcast
Interviews, Season Seven, Special

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.

The Batman

The Batman

Popcorn Podcast
News, Season Seven

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.

Cyrano

Cyrano

Popcorn Podcast
News, Season Seven, Musical

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.

Bonus – Studio 666

Bonus – Studio 666

Popcorn Podcast
Bonus, Season Seven

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.

Uncharted

Uncharted

Popcorn Podcast
News, Season Seven

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!

Special – Sasha Hadden

Special – Sasha Hadden

Popcorn Podcast
Interviews, Special, Season Seven

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.

Bonus – Aline

Bonus – Aline

Popcorn Podcast
Bonus, Season Seven, Musical

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.

Bonus - C'mon C'mon

Bonus - C'mon C'mon

Popcorn Podcast
Bonus, Season Seven

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.

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