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This week, we're on coming of age duty with Sean Wang's directorial debut DIDI (06:22) followed by the restoration of Ayoka Chenzira's ALMA's RAINBOW (23:11) and animated saga KENSUKE'S KINGDOM directed by Neil Boyle and Kirk Hendry (40:31). Plus, in our HOT TAKE (52:23), with Robert Downey Jr. set to earn $80 million for returning to the MCU as the villainous Doctor Doom, we a...

This week, the Merc with the Mouth is back, and he’s brought a friend, for Marvel’s DEADPOOL & WOLVERINE (14:12. We review the film, plus, we dive into Nuri Bilge Ceylan’s latest slice of slow cinema, ABOUT DRY GRASSES (50:47). Plus, in our HOT TAKE (1:13:47, we get deep into spoiler territory on the MCU’s big summer hit.  If you would like to donate directly towards humanitarian aid in Gaza p...

This week, Hanna chats all things TWISTERS (11:38) with director Lee Isaac Chung and we review the windy sequel to the 1990s classic (33:15). We also check out Annie Baker's coming of age dramedy JANET PLANET (54:53) and Levan Akin's familial drama CROSSING (01:15:41). Plus, in our HOT TAKE (01:32:03), we talk about the Russos return to the MCU for the next two Avengers movies.  If you would like...

This week, Amon chats all things LONGLEGS with writer-director Osgood Perkins (12:43) and we review the buzziest horror of the year so far (26:55). We also review the space race rom-com FLY ME TO THE MOON (45:34) and stay up all night for SLEEP (01:01:35). Plus, in our HOT TAKE (01:13:43), we dissect the first GLADIATOR II trailer. If you would like to donate directly towards humanitarian aid in G...

This week, we touch down in Hollywood for Ti West’s horror trilogy closer MAXXXINE (13:34) and Eddie Murphy’s return in BEVERLY HILLS COP: AXEL F (41:29), while it’s back to London for the queer romance of James Krishna Floyd and Sally El Hosaini’s UNICORNS (01:00:45).  Plus, in our HOT TAKE (01:20:00), now that we’re halfway through 2024 we look back on the cinematic highlights of the year so far...

This week, we settle in for Yorgos Lanthimos' KINDS OF KINDNESS (11:23), put on our dancing shoes for FANCY DANCE (30:04), and join Hiam Abbass on a trip down memory lane for BYE BYE TIBERIAS (49:27). Plus, in our HOT TAKE (1:07:15), we discuss the new Harry Potter series.  If you would like to donate directly towards humanitarian aid in Gaza please visit https://www.map.org.uk/ https://www.sa...

This week, Clarisse sits down with THE BIKERIDERS (10:31) director Jeff Nichols and we hop on our bikes to review the film (28:25), while saying our Hail Marys for the Russell Crowe-led THE EXORCISM (45:22), and follow the path of refugees trying to reach the European Union in Agnieszka Holland’s GREEN BORDER (1:00:58).  Plus, in our HOT TAKE (1:13:39), we ask: should there be an Oscar for intimac...

This week, Amon chats to directors Asif Kapadia and Joe Sabia about their new documentary, FEDERER: TWELVE FINAL DAYS (12:12). Then we get our emotions in check with Pixar’s INSIDE OUT 2 (26:27), join Nicolas Cage in the apocalypse in action horror ARCADIAN (41:27), and witness a meeting of minds in FREUD’S LAST SESSION (55:42).  Plus, in our HOT TAKE (01:09:36), we discuss this year’s summer box...

This week, Hanna speaks to Viggo Mortensen & Vicky Krieps about their western THE DEAD DON’T HURT (18:12), while we squad up for BAD BOYS: RIDE OR DIE (36:19). Then Amon has a chat with Ishana Night Shyamalan about her feature debut, THE WATCHED (51:08), after which the pod team reviews the film (01:03:30) as well as French period drama ROSALIE (01:20:03).  Plus, in our HOT TAKE (01:39:00), Lu...

This week, we get the bug spray out for arachnid horror STING (10:00), put on a mixtape for high school rom-com BONUS TRACK (32:00) and tackle sci-fi romance THE BEAST starring Lea Seydoux (50:00). Plus, in our HOT TAKE (1:10:00), we discuss what makes the best Shakespeare adaptation after my interview with director Jude Christian ahead of her staging of The Taming of the Shrew at Shakespeare's Gl...

This week, we saddle in for some Glen Powell shenanigans in Richard Linklater's HIT MAN (07:30), practically combust with Zarrar Kahn's IN FLAMES (22:46), and rev our engines for George Miller's FURIOSA: A MAD MAX SAGA (35:59). Plus, in our HOT TAKE (01:01:17), we debate the extreme conditions of filmmaking: should actors be protected more? If you would like to donate directly towards...

This week, we make some imaginary friends with John Krasinski’s IF (10:39), get dirty with Luna Carmoon’s debut HOARD (23:54), and go feral with Amanda Nell Eu’s debut TIGER STRIPES (39:59). Plus, in our HOT TAKE (55:40), we break down the X-MEN ‘97 finale. If you would like to donate directly towards humanitarian aid in Gaza please visit https://www.map.org.uk/ https://www.safebowgazanaid.com/tak...

This week, we conquer KINGDOM OF THE PLANET OF THE APES (06:53), the tenth film in the franchise, go digging around in Alice Rohrwacher’s LA CHIMERA (26:57), and join Martin Scorsese to explore MADE IN ENGLAND: THE FILMS OF POWELL AND PRESSBURGER (42:44).  Plus, in our HOT TAKE (55:03), we chat about THE HUNT FOR GOLLUM, the new Lord of the Rings prequel. If you would like to donate directly towar...

This week, Amon speaks to David Leitch and Kelly McCormick about the stuntastic THE FALL GUY (16:02), plus we review the film (30:36) along with Ross Glass's sophomore feature LOVE LIES BLEEDING (43:29) and rom-com THE IDEA OF YOU (01:02:08). Plus, in our HOT TAKE (01:21:13), we dissect the world's love/hate relationship with Anne Hathaway To buy Cinema For Gaza tees and totes in support M...

This week, Amon speaks to CHALLENGERS screenwriter Justin Kuritzkes (07:10) as we ace the movie (19:00), press play on action movie BOY KILLS WORLD (39:00), and dream of TOMORROW’S FREEDOM (53:00), with Georgia and Sophia Scott’s portrait of imprisoned Palestinian political leader Marwan Barghouthi. Plus, in our HOT TAKE (01:05:14), we fancast the MCU's X-Men. To buy Cinema For Gaza tees and totes...

This week, Amon chats with writer-director Jeymes Samuel about his biblical epic THE BOOK OF CLARENCE (09:57). Then the team review the latest instalment of Zack Snyder's space opera REBEL MOON: PART TWO: THE SCARGIVER (34:54), check out Melissa Barrera's latest horror turn ABIGAIL (57:56) and pay a visit to Oregon for Daisy Ridley's indie endeavour SOMETIMES I THINK ABOUT DYING (01:11...

Hi listeners! Season 1 of Fallout has hit Amazon Prime Video! And to mark the occasion, Clarisse Loughrey interviewed executive producers Jonathan Nolan and Todd Howard (07:11), plus stars Ella Purnell & Aaron Moten (17:06) and Kyle MacLachlan & Walton Goggins (26:47). Then Clarisse and Amon Warmann break down the show in spoilerific detail (36:23), talking mech suits, cults, and more. If...

This week, Amon chats to star Jack O’Connell (12:39) as we go BACK TO BLACK (27:14) with Sam Taylor-Johnson’s Amy Winehouse biopic. Meanwhile, we batten down the hatches for Alex Garland’s CIVIL WAR (42:24) and ring the bell for the Academy Nominated- THE TEACHERS' LOUNGE (1:02:12).  Plus, in our HOT TAKE (1:13:15), what should celebrities do when their co-star is abused online? To participate in...

This week, we review Dev Patel's action-packed directorial debut MONKEY MAN (09:36), revisit a satanic masterpiece with prequel THE FIRST OMEN (34:11) and embark on a perilous mission, across sand and sea, in IO CAPITANO (53:23). Plus, in our HOT TAKE (01:08:40), we discuss The Matrix, Supergirl and the continued dominance of male filmmakers. To participate in the Cinema For Gaza auction and s...

This week, Amon speaks to Cynthia Erivo about her lead role in the British indie drama DRIFT (10:47), and we review the film (23:45). We also talk about the psychological drama MOTHERS’ INSTINCT starring Anne Hathaway and Jessica Chastain (38:18), and DISCO BOY featuring Passages star Franz Rogowski (57:55). Plus, in our HOT TAKE (01:11:28), with recent layoffs of critics at LA Times, Uproxx, and...

This week, Amon sits down with GHOSTBUSTERS: FROZEN EMPIRE director Gil Kenan (06:48) and we review the nostalgia-packed sequel (24:11), alongside another Eighties remake, ROAD HOUSE (41:56), and heartfelt animation ROBOT DREAMS (58:13). Amon also sat down with star Benedict Wong to dive into the mysteries of Netflix’s 3 BODY PROBLEM (1:11:52).  Plus, in our HOT TAKE (1:28:11), we talk about boyco...

This week, Amon interviews Ramata-Toulaye Sy about her feature debut, BANEL & ADAMA (07:01) while we review the film (26:04). We also take a look at Hirokazu Kore-eda's MONSTER (56:49) and go on a road trip with DRIVE-AWAY DOLLS (33:37). Plus, in our HOT TAKE (01:12:52), we talk the highs and lows of this year's Academy Awards.

This week, Amon interviews the iconic Ava DuVernay about her latest dramatic interrogation of systemic oppression ORIGIN (11:48), and we review the film (31:26). We also discuss the documentary Frida about Mexican artist Frida Kahlo (49:05), and Millie Bobby Brown's latest Netflix strong female character instalment DAMSEL (01:00:40). Amon also chats to Hollywood icon Giancarlo Esposito about h...

This week, Hanna speaks to Tunisian director Kaouther Ben Hania about reality and fiction in FOUR DAUGHTERS (04:06). We also review the film (22:52), PLUS – we saddle up our space worms and head out to tackle Denis Villeneuve’s DUNE: PART TWO (53:06) and comedy-horror LISA FRANKENSTEIN (37:49).  Plus, in our HOT TAKE (01:23:23), we complete the Missionaria Protectiva and chat DUNE: PART TWO spoile...

This week, we review the British comedy WICKED LITTLE LETTERS (09:31), Wim Wenders' PERFECT DAYS (26:47), and MEMORY starring Jessica Chastain and Peter Sarsgard (44:04). Plus, in our HOT TAKE (58:42), we talk about political statements and solidarity during Award season. If you would like to donate towards humanitarian aid in Gaza please visit https://www.map.org.uk/ https://www.safebowgazana...