Popcorn Podcast

Popcorn Podcast chats with The Lost City directors Adam and Aaron Nee about making a romantic adventure that would provide an escape for audiences, similar to 80s and 90s era Popcorn flicks like Raiders of Lost Ark, Romancing the Stone and even Goonies and Back To The Future. The sibling filmmakers also share how The Lost City touched people in surprising ways, how working with someone who always...

In this Mothering Sunday episode of Popcorn Podcast, there's more than just cinematography and sex on the agenda as Leigh and Tim bring you frank discussion on nude meanderings, the order in which one should dress themselves and the stratospheric excellence of Olivia Colman and Colin Firth in the sensual British drama. It's an unmissable movie review. Plus, Popcorn Podcast chats to The Lost City d...

Strap in, as Popcorn Podcast chats all things Top Gun: Maverick in this fast-paced NO SPOILER episode. From the action-packed flight sequences to how well this long-awaited sequel measures up to the original, Leigh and Tim break down Tom Cruise's return to Top Gun. Plus, Eric Bana steps back into the shoes of a beloved literary hero; Billy Eichner has a history-making film in Bros; the triggering...

Leigh and Tim talk Little Tornadoes, a tender portrait of grief and societal change set against the rural backdrop of 1971 Australia. The stunningly shot local production from director Aaron Wilson and co-writer Christos Tsiolkas explores how human connection can help the healing process. Plus, I Wanna Dance With Somebody drops into the schedule; Scream 6 casting news confirmed; a Forrest Gump reu...

Popcorn Podcast journeys into the madness for a NO SPOILER review of Doctor Strange In The Multiverse Of Madness. Everything from Sam Raimi's style to the special effects, MCU folklore and the two-hander between Benedict Cumberbatch and Elizabeth Olsen is conjured up for this exciting episode. Plus, all the excitement of the Top Gun: Maverick world premiere; a first look at Avatar: The Way Of Wate...

Leigh and Tim do hope you'll join us at Downton Abbey for A New Era. The follow-up to 2019's feature sees a film crew come to Downton, while the Crawley family inherits an estate in the south of France. Popcorn Podcast discusses everything from the gorgeous locations and costumes to the beloved characters, so sit down with a cup of tea and a scone for a chat about the anticipated sequel. Plus, Cin...

It's all about Nicolas Cage in this bonus episode of Popcorn Podcast. Starring Nicolas Cage as Nick Cage, The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent takes Leigh and Tim on a wild ride like no other! The film follows a cash-strapped fictionalised version of Cage who agrees to make a paid appearance at a billionaire super-fan's birthday party – but does the meta madness deliver? Know someone who loves...

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:...

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 spendi...

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 ou...

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 offic...

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 adrenalin-fuelled Ambulance starring Jake Gyllenhaal and Yahya Abdul-Mateen II as criminal brothers des...

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...

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)...

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. Watch Popcorn Podcast's full interviews with the stars of The Bad Guys here: https://yout...

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 S...

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. Know someone who lo...

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 rivers shape human existence. Join Leigh and Tim as they discuss this orchestral documentary, featuring music from Radiohead, the Australian Cha...

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 (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 P...

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. Know someone who loves movies? Please share Popcorn Podcast wi...

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...

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 unr...

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...

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; Doct...

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 v...