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Inconceivable! This week, The Princess Bride. Rob Reiner’s classic film full of action, adventure, pirates, giants, sword fights and yes even a little kissing. A staple of my childhood that has grown more beloved over time: its sincere embrace of love and friendship, its playful deconstruction of heroic myths, and the way its humour never undercuts its heart is what cements this into a classic. It...

This week Inglourious Basterds, A year ago I released this episode. A historical fiction film that despite its reimagining elements convey the very dark truth of fascism, its victims, villains and the people who chose to stay silent for their own comfort. You'll hear me talking about what was the upcoming Canadian election, and the beginnings of Trump and his Goon Squad administration. The dog whi...

It’s all ocean waves this week because Brian returns for One Battle After Another. We unpack the film’s urgent political and cultural themes, drawing clear parallels between its story and what’s happening in America right now. The cycles of division powdered by racism and control that lead to constant ideological warfare. Teyana Taylor’s magnetic performance is truly one of the best of the year, S...

This week I get all the way up in  Michael Mann’s 1995 crime epic Heat. I am joined by Drew, aka Mr. Movie Guy from TikTok. We break down the legendary performances from Al Pacino and Robert De Niro, and why their shared scenes have become some of the most iconic moments in film history. We also talk about Pacino’s bold, operatic choices and dare we say ❄️ inspired versus De Niro’s cool minimalism...

Kicking off Season 2 with Wicked: For Good. Returning to oz with us is Blake, isn’t it WONDERFUL?! 💚🩷 A fellow theatre kid to help me unpack this one. We had sky-high expectations going into the film. We deep how the film stacks up against the beloved stage musical, what translated beautifully, what surprised us, and where we it fell short. We break down our favourite moments, and the changes we...

Last night I saw a 60th anniversary screening of The Sound of Music. In the spirit of that I thought I'd re-release an early episode of the podcast where I covered it. Happy Holidays everyone! The hills are alive with the Sound of Music this week! Journey back to the Austrian Alps with us as we explore the magic. We’ll delve into the iconic performance of Julie Andrews as the world’s favourite gov...

This week, we’re getting festive with a deep dive into The Muppet Christmas Carol, joined by returning guest Mike Moroz. We talk about the pure fun of the Muppets, their sharp and timeless humour, and the powerful nostalgia that makes this version so beloved. Beyond the jokes and songs, there is a surprisingly deep emotional and moral messaging at the heart of the film and why it remains one of th...

This week, I revisit the magic and meaning of It’s a Wonderful Life with returning guest and classic film historian Harry Marks. Together, we dig into the film’s fascinating production history, its rocky journey to becoming a beloved holiday staple, and why its message feels just as relevant  today as it did in the 1940s. We explore how the film’s small town setting and big hearted story quietly c...

Adrian! This week I am joined by Christian and we chat about his all time favourite movie Rocky. We deep dive the story of Rocky Balboa, the small-time Philadelphia boxer who gets an unexpected shot at the heavyweight title, and why this underdog tale still hits just as hard today. We unpack the film’s gritty realism, the iconic training montages, and how Sylvester Stallone’s unlikely rise mirrors...

TW: colonialism, violence against Indigenous Peoples, racism, historical rewriting, exploitation of marginalized communities and cultural erasure. Please listen with care. This week I dive into Disney’s 1995 animated film Pocahontas, a controversial entry in the Disney canon. The movie reimagines the real-life story of Matoaka, known as Pocahontas, an Indigenous Powhatan woman whose life and legac...

Wes joins me this week to dance through life and talk about our favourite films. We discuss everything from classic movies, to recent releases, the impact of iconic directors, the significance of the Academy Awards, and our love for musical theatre. We also both share our go to fun facts to use at a party when there isn't a dog there to pet and you are forced to speak to a human. Tune in to fi...

Today I am joined by rapper and creator PHZ-Sicks! Together we dive into the intersections of politics, racism, feminism, film, art, and music. We unpack the fallacy of the American Dream, exploring how systemic inequalities are woven into the fabric of western culture. And how artists like PHZ-Sicks use their platforms to challenge, question, and reimagine those narratives Thank you again PHZ-Sic...

Hey guys! Thought I should let you know about a cool event coming up, the Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival! Taking place in Vancouver November 12th to 18th and then online November 19th to December 14th. Get your tickets now at https://vimff.org/

I've crossed oceans of time to bring you today's episode. Bram Stoker's Dracula, an over the top fever dream (or gothic nightmare) of a film. Gary Oldman is the greatest on screen version of Dracula in this haunting performance. With incredible costumes, practical effects and supporting performances (minus Keanu Reeves .... he is SO BAD) this film is a campy exploration of the life of...

Mike Moroz returns for a nostalgic episode, we dust off Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein. This 1948 film was originally panned by critics but we both agree it is a timeless classic. It is perfect blend of comedy and classic horror has stood the test of time. Plus, we share the joy (and occasional jump scare!) of introducing these old school spooky movies to our own kids proving that good humo...

Marley joins me this week and we dive head first into the twisted world of Kiyoshi Kurosawa’s Cure. This 1997 masterpiece follows detective Kenichi Takabe as he descends into madness trying to understand a series of brutal murders where X marks the spot. Thank you again Marley for joining me and for choosing this film! Make sure you guys give him a follow and listen to his podcast: The Reel Lovers...

Have you ever dreamt of a better version of yourself? Younger, more beautiful, more perfect? Blake joins me this week to dissect the 2024 body horror The Substance. Demi Moore Elizabeth Sparkle jumps head first into her own downfall by creating Sue. This film is a commentary on the beauty standards for women especially as we age, and the real fear that grips us of losing our currency as the years...

Children of the night...welcome to this weeks episode. Together lets deep dive 1931's Dracula, and the birth of the Universal monster universe. This iteration of Dracula is so deeply immeshed into our culture that even if you haven't seen the film every frame will feel familiar. This motion picture helped bridge the gap from silent films to talkies and brought audiences some complex themes in a pr...

KT joins me to dance with the devil this week, together we deep dive Ryan Coogler’s cinematic masterpiece Sinners. This isn't your average vampire musical; it challenges viewers to confront uncomfortable truths about identity, racism, and cultural appropriation. The core take away from this film is that the true horror is the treatment of the black characters and the systemic oppression inflic...

Ruh-Roh! Emma of the impact joins me this week to solve the mystery of Scooby Doo. This 2002 millennial classic takes us to Spooky Island where the gang must figure out what is behind the strange behaviour of the kids who visit there. So grab your Scooby Snacks and you have to do is to come out into the dark shadowy part of the woods, where no one can see you..... Make sure you give Emma a follow...

JR joins me today for a bonus episode. He is one of my favourite creators. I came across him on my FYP a few months ago and I’ve been hooked on his content ever since. If you are looking for deeply insightful commentary on recent films, retroactive reviews and social issues, JR is your guy to follow. We discussed passion for writing, his go to watches and our mutual love of a good ol’ childhood cl...

Bryan from Mometu joins me today for food, drink and ghosts and perhaps even a few murders. We are deep diving House on Haunted Hill, isn't that amusing? It is a classic B-Horror movie featuring the legendary Vincent Price. He hosts a party offering his guest $10,000 if they stay the night....and survive. Thanks again to Bryan for coming on for this one. House on Haunted Hill is available on Momet...

The Vancouver International Film Festival is happening October 2nd-12th. I have the privilege this year of attending as press! With 170 different title screening this is an event you dont want to miss! Listen for whats to come! Get tickets at: https://viff.org/ Follow along their social media pages: Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@viffest Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/viffest/?hl=en

Kicking off Spooky Season here at Get Your Popcorn! No better way to do it than with my fellow Dis-nerds Adam and Emilie. The three of us had an Oogie Boogie Bash of a time discussing all things Disney, tune in for some hard core Disney adulting. Also my microphone had problems during recording, so my apologies for the less than stellar audio !

Writer/Director Andrew Koltuniuk joins me today to discuss his new film "Letting Go of Jack." This coming of age, road trip film follows Brandon on route to Colorado in his old Ford Broncho when a break down leads him to meeting Amber who joins him for the journey. It is available on Amazon Prime to stream. Check it out and support independent film. Make sure you give Andrew and The Guild a follow...