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Send a text In this episode, hosts Jim McClean and Adam Neeson discuss a variety of topics including a tribute to the late Catherine O'Hara, the recent Oscar and BAFTA nominations, along with the future of the Saw franchise. The recording also features an interview with Carol Vorderman discussing her campaign to reclaim the term 'MILF'. They also  review the film 'Primate', explore the Japan Found...

Send us a text In this episode Jim & Adam chat about Nia DaCosta’s 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple .  As Spike is inducted into Jimmy Crystal's gang on the mainland, Dr. Kelson makes a discovery that could alter the world. The second instalment in the new 28 Years Later trilogy is out in cinemas now and follows directly from Danny Boyle's 28 Years later, which was released in 2025. Show Notes...

Send us a text In this episode Jim and Adam look back at the films within Edgar Wright's cinematic back-catalogue, from Shaun of the Dead (2004) to Last Night in Soho (2021) . We chatted about Wright's version of The Running Man on our previous podcast. Support the show If you enjoy the show, be sure to subscribe and leave us a nice review wherever you get your podcasting fix . It’s a free way you...

Send us a text In this episode Jim & Adam look back at two very different versions of Stephen King's 1982 novel The Running Man .Firstly, they discuss Paul Michael Glaser's 1987 version starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, then share their thoughts on the latest adaptation directed by Edgar Wright and features Glen Powell in the leading role. Support the show If you enjoy the show, be sure to subsc...

Send us a text In this Episode Jim and Adam are joined by Danny Brown from Fright Club NI as they chat about some of the things that have scared them over the years on this year's annual Halloween Ramble. Support the show If you enjoy the show, be sure to subscribe and leave us a nice review wherever you get your podcasting fix . It’s a free way you can help more listeners find our pod. Check out...

Send us a text In this episode the first in a series of specials dedicated to this year's Belfast Film Festival, Jim spoke with head programmer about this year's festival. The Belfast Film Festival runs from the 30th October to the 8th November, check out their website for a look at its full lineup. Year-Round Films and Special Events - Belfast Film Festival Support the show If you enjoy the show,...

Send us a text In this episode Adam reviewed Mike Flanagan's latest feature The Life of Chuck , which is out in cinemas now and Jim shared his thoughts on The Toxic Avenger (2023) , which goes on general release later this week. This recording also features our weekly look through the UK & Irish Box Office Top 10 and Jim picks out some of his favourite movies from this year's Edinburgh Interna...

Send us a text In this episode Jim and Adam review the new Naked Gun movie, starring Liam Neeson and Pamela Anderson and also chat about Zach Cregger's latest movie Weapons , along with Danny and Michael Philippou latest chiller Bring Her Back .This week's pick of the stream's is War of the Worlds (2025) , which is streaming now on Amazon Prime . Aaron Flanagan from The Comic Book Guys also gives...

Send us a text In this episode Jim and Adam chatted in spoilerific detail about the latest series of Doctor Who, Ncuti Gatwa's departure from the TARDIS, that finale and the future of everyone's favourite Time-Lord from Gallifrey Support the show If you enjoy the show, be sure to subscribe and leave us a nice review wherever you get your podcasting fix . It’s a free way you can help more listeners...

Send us a text In this episode Jim & Adam chatted about the new Fantastic Four movie along with I Know What You Did Last Summer (2025) and Happy Gilmore 2 , which is out on Netflix now. Tim Burden also shares his thoughts on The Bad Guys 2 , which was released last weekThis recording also features local cosplayer Joanne Alexander (Hedgescout) talking about the trials and tribulations of the lo...

Send us a text In this episode Jim & Adam chatted about James Gunn's new Superman movie, starring David Corenswet, Rachel Brosnahan and Nicolas Hoult.  The film kicks off a new chapter for the DC cinematic universe, dubbed the Gods and Monsters as Superman must reconcile his alien Kryptonian heritage with his human upbringing as reporter Clark Kent.  As the embodiment of truth, justice and the...

Send us a text In this episode Jim & Adam chat about Jurrasic World Rebirth , which has just been released in cinemas now. Author Victoria Brown picks out some books to look out for and Aaron Flanagan from The Comic Book Guys talks about some of the big comic releases in July.  Support the show If you enjoy the show, be sure to subscribe and leave us a nice review wherever you get your podcast...

Send us a text In this episode Jim & Adam are joined by Zara Jackson, who worked as an assistant script supervisor on the live-action remake of How to Train Your Dragon (Dean DeBlois) as they reviewed the film and also shared their thoughts on Eli Craig's Clown in a Cornfield .They also had a look at the UK box-office top 10 and Joe Mc Elroy also picks out some local events and screenings to l...

Send us a text On this episode of ORR, Adam and Danny are joined by Fright Club NI's Gavin Logan! Gavin shares his memories of going to Star Wars Celebrations in 2016/2023 and gives tips on how to survive the convention. The guys also share their thoughts on REVENGE OF THE SITH, as it celebrates its 20th anniversary this month! You can find Gavin's work over at www.thefrightclubni.com . Our artwor...

Send us a text Incoming transmission! Welcome to episode one of Outer Rim Ramblin, hosted by Jedi Master Danny Brown and The Outlaw Adam Neeson.  Taking you on a monthly trip around the galaxy, talking about all the latest happenings from a Galaxy far far away! This month, we cover the latest Andor trailer, our thoughts on Skeleton Crew and our hopes for the forthcoming Star Wars Celebrations. Our...

Send us a text In this episode Jim & Adam are joined by writer Maria McQuillan as they chat about the Bridget Jones moviesStarting back in 2001 with Bridget Jones's Diary , The Edge of Reason (2004) and Bridget Jones's Baby (2016) , the series has grossed over £700 million at the global box-office. That's not including the latest film  Mad About the Boy, which has just been released. Support t...

Send us a text In this episode Jim & Adam chatted about some of their favourite movies which  feature American Football, along with discussing some of the trailers released ahead of this year's showpiece in New Orleans! Support the show As always each recording is filled with spoilers, silliness and bad-language along with tangents a-aplenty. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to leave us a...

Send us a text In this episode Jim & Adam spoke about Richard Linklater's Before Sunrise  (1995) , which is being re-released in cinemas to celebrate its 30th anniversary, including here at the QFT in Belfast on the 14th February .  A young man and woman meet on a train in Europe, and wind up spending one evening together in Vienna. Unfortunately, both know that this will probably be their onl...

Send us a text For this episode we've dipped into the vault here at Banter HQ to celebrate the release of Alien on Stage on VOD platforms. Back in 2021, shortly after it received its premiere our Dark Hedges International Film Festival screened the movie in Belfast and cosplayer Joanne Alexander (Hedgescout) caught up with one of the film's directors Lucy Harvey. A very amateur dramatics group of...

Send us a text In this episode host Jim McClean and Adam Neeson are joined by BanterFlix’s Deputy-Editor Joe Mc Elroy as they paid their respects to filmmaker David Lynch. The writer/director/artist and composer, passed away earlier this month as the age of 78.Jim, Adam and Joe chatted about some of the films within his impressive back-catalogue.  Support the show As always each recording is fille...

Send us a text In this episode Jim McClean and Joe Mc Elroy reviewed Jesse Eisenberg's feature  A Real Pain . Mismatched cousins reunite for a tour through Poland to honour their beloved grandmother, but their old tensions resurface against the backdrop of their family history. They also shared their thoughts on RaMell Ross' Nickel Boys & Babygirl starring Nicole Kidman and Harris Dickinson, a...

Send us a text In this episode hosts Jim McClean and Joe Mc Elroy were joined by award-winning filmmaker Anita Jurkovic as they continue their chat about all things vampire related following on from the previous recording as they shared their thoughts on Robert Eggers' Nosferatu . Jim, Joe and Anita picked out some of their favourite onscreen vampires in cinema. Support the show As always each rec...

Send us a text In this episode Jim McClean was joined by BanterFlix's Deputy-Editor Joe Mc Elroy and award-winning filmmaker Anita Jurkovic as they shared their thoughts on Robert Eggers' Fourth feature Nosferatu . A gothic tale of obsession between a haunted young woman and the terrifying vampire infatuated with her, causing untold horror in its wake. Support the show As always each recording is...

Send us a text Jim & Adam are joined by BanterFlix's very own Joe Mc Elroy as they chatted about their hopes for James Gunn's Superman Movie, which is released in July later this year.  This episode was recorded in December 2024, shortly after the first teaser trailer for the new movie was released online. They also chatted a little about the various versions of Kal-El we've seen onscreen over...

Send us a text Twelve terrorists. One Butcher. The odds are against Marty Scorsese.. That's just the way he likes it.  Returning for a second year in a row, its the BanterFlix King of Castle Street Christmas special.  Its Christmas Eve, everyone's favourite butcher from Castle Street is heading to the Europa to reconnect with his wife only to discover terrorists have taken over the hotel and only...