Mar 14

Mar 14 F1 official trailer reveal with Joseph Kosinski

Joseph Kosinski gives us a sneak peek at the first full trailer for F1 – his highly anticipated Formula One film starring Brad Pitt – and it hints at a high-speed, adrenaline-pumping cinematic experience to rival the groundbreaking filmmaking behind Top Gun: Maverick…

Jan 29

Jan 29 Ryan Coogler shares Sinners sneak peek with wild new trailer

Leigh Livingstone

News, Interviews, Features

Popcorn Podcast joined Oscar-nominated filmmaker Ryan Coogler, the man behind the critically-acclaimed Fruitvale Station, Creed and Black Panther, in a private press conference where he gave select media a sneak peek at the latest Sinners trailer, which reveals more about the mysterious evil terrorising a small town…

Dec 20

Dec 20 Popcorn Podcast joins James Gunn for Superman teaser trailer first look

Tim Iffland

News, Features, Interviews

Popcorn Podcast took part in an early virtual press conference with James Gunn (writer, director, producer) as he discussed his highly anticipated Superman with select media outlets, offering snackable insights into the teaser trailer and what to expect from the film…

Jul 18

Jul 18 Longlegs: the best crime-thriller since The Silence of the Lambs and Se7en?

Tim Iffland

Reviews, Features

Longlegs is a deeply disturbing and visceral experience that will leave you reeling. The groundswell for Osgood Perkin’s new horror crime-thriller has swept the globe, opening to big bucks in the US. With grandeous headlines likening it to classics, The Silence of the Lambs and Se7en, one could get caught up in the expectation that it will deliver the best crime-thriller film in thirty years. Be warned, because it might not satisfy that genre itch…

Mar 12

Mar 12 The most talked about Oscars moments of 2024

Leigh Livingstone

Features, News, Oscars

Hollywood’s night of nights went by in a shimmering haze of metallic red carpet looks, nostalgic pairings, exciting musical numbers – and one nude run. Here are the best moments from Oscars 2024…

Mar 11

Mar 11 The full list of Oscars 2024 winners

Leigh Livingstone

Oscars, News, Features

The 96th Academy Awards unfolded in a somewhat expected fashion (when it came to the winners, that is), with Oppenheimer, Poor Things and Barbie all jostling for the top awards. Here’s your complete list of this year’s worthy Oscar recipients…

Feb 29

Feb 29 March's ultimate must-see movies

Leigh Livingstone

News, Features

Easter blesses us with four full days of packing in as many movies as our hearts desire. Whether you head to the cinema or stay in and devour a mountain of chocolate eggs, there are so many new films to choose from. Here are the hot releases you should have on your must-watch list…

Feb 1

Feb 1 Matthew Vaughn reveals more about secret movie musical

Leigh Livingstone

Interviews, Features, News

In a wide-ranging interview with Popcorn Podcast, filmmaker Matthew Vaughn offers a glimpse into future projects and the making of his latest espionage thriller Argylle…

Dec 6

Dec 6 In cinema: December's top 9 new movies

Leigh Livingstone

Features, News

The summer movie season is upon us here in Australia, which means big screen blockbusters, a Boxing Day trip to the cinema, and the traditional holiday fare. Whether naughty or nice, here’s the new movies you need to have at the top of your festive to-watch list…

Oct 14

Oct 14 Your guide to 7 must-see films at SXSW Sydney's Screen Festival

Leigh Livingstone

Features, SXSW, News

As South by Southwest launches outside of its Austin, Texas home for the first time ever, Popcorn Podcast has the seven must-see highlights from the SXSW Sydney Film Festival, including The Royal Hotel and Emerald Fennell’s Saltburn…

Apr 3

Apr 3 In cinema: April's top 10 new movies

Tessa D'Alfonso

Features, News

What better way to pass an ordinary Autumn day than by heading into the cinema? This April, there are a great mix of movie genres to choose from that are sure to add some flavour to your weekend plans and spice up movie night…

Mar 17

Mar 17 Sana'a Shaik: Local Class of '07 star living a world wandering Nomad life

Leigh Livingstone

Interviews, Features

From post-apocalyptic dramedy to globe-trotting sci-fi romance, Sydney-based actor Sana’a Shaik is carving out a stellar career while living her best life…

Mar 14

Mar 14 I Used to Be Funny writer and director Ally Pankiw dishes on SXSW feature debut

Tessa D'Alfonso

Features, Interviews, SXSW

There’s a comedic female filmmaker on the rise you need to pay attention to. Ally Pankiw speaks to Popcorn Podcast about her feature directorial debut, I Used To Be Funny, which premiered at South by Southwest Film Festival this week, pummelling audiences with a refreshing look at the toll of trauma and the road to recovery…

Mar 13

Mar 13 Oscars 2023 recap: The glitz, glamour and big moments live

Leigh Livingstone

Features, News, Oscars

Film’s night of nights is here for another year, and Popcorn Podcast has the glitz, glamour and big moments from the Oscars in our live feed…

Mar 8

Mar 8 Babylon costume designer Mary Zophres on THAT iconic red dress and Margot Robbie love

Tessa D'Alfonso

Features, Interviews

Babylon was perhaps the most polarising film of the summer, but there is one thing we can all agree on: the costumes were outstanding. So exceptional, in fact, that costume designer Mary Zophres has earned her fourth Oscar nomination…

Feb 28

Feb 28 Must-see movies in March

Leigh Livingstone

News, Features

There’s a touch of March madness in the air with a bumper selection of exciting new movies releasing in Australian cinemas this month. Popcorn Podcast has a whopping 13 films that should be at the top of your cinema scorecard…

Feb 23

Feb 23 Cocaine Bear: A wild ride that doesn't let truth get in the way of a good story

Leigh Livingstone

Features, Reviews

A bear ingests a pile of cocaine and embarks on a drug-fuelled rampage. It’s an intriguing concept. But there’s more to Cocaine Bear, a true tale brought to biting life with much embellishment by director Elizabeth Banks…

Feb 15

Feb 15 Women Talking: All you need to do is listen

Tessa D'Alfonso

Reviews, Features

Women Talking is a simple narrative, based on a true story, that revolves around a very complex choice: do nothing, stay and fight, or leave. Many might slump under the synopsis “women talk for 104 minutes”, but Sarah Polley’s piercing adaptation is never dry, boring or without purpose…

Feb 9

Feb 9 Spoiler Alert, this film will make you cry

Tim Iffland

Reviews, Features

Billed as a romantic comedy, Spoiler Alert isn’t romantic, per se, but is a real-life story of two men in love facing inconceivable odds and a terminal illness…

Feb 2

Feb 2 Fresh films coming to cinemas in February

Tessa D'Alfonso

Features, News

It may be the shortest month of the year, but February is bursting with must-see movies to watch in cinemas. Popcorn Podcast has gathered 11 of the greatest films to hit the big screen across Australia this month, so grab your popcorn and get going!…