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Send us Fan Mail Intimacy coordinator Claire Warden guides actors through sex scenes on a film set, negotiating the vision of a director, the physical and psychological needs of the performers, and a documentary crew filming her every move. Make It Look Real will be screening at this year's Sydney Film Festival (SFF) on June 12th (sold out) & 14th (sold out) & 15th .  As suggested by...

Send us Fan Mail A three-minute protest staged in 1979 echoes across the decades as a potent indictment of systemic racism and a lens through which to re-examine Aotearoa’s national identity. The Haka Party Incident will be screening at this year's Sydney Film Festival (SFF) on June 10th & 13th (two screenings) .  As suggested by Katie, double feature watching of The Haka Party Incident &...

Send us Fan Mail An insecure Chinese-American teenager undergoes experimental surgery to appear white, hoping to secure the prom queen title and peer acceptance. Slanted will be screening at this year's Sydney Film Festival (SFF) on June 9th, 13th & 15th .  As suggested by Amy, double feature watching of Slanted & Being There Check out the video interview. Website | Rotten Tomatoes |...

Send us Fan Mail With strikingly intimate access, Mistress Dispeller follows this unfolding family drama from all corners of a love triangle. Mistress Dispeller will be screening at this year's Sydney Film Festival (SFF) on June 7th, 8th & 13th .  Note: this interview is audio only. For other video interviews check out our YouTube playlist . Website | Rotten Tomatoes | Linktree | Youtube...

Send us Fan Mail Farming the Revolution captures a mass movement in vivid close-up, as 12 million farmers challenge the Indian government, forcing it to retract its unjust farm laws.  Farming the Revolution will be screening at this year's Sydney Film Festival (SFF) on June 5th & 7th . This film is also a part of Collection: Focus on Nishta Jain screening The Golden Thread and Gulabi Gang...

Send us Fan Mail This week we have the opportunity to chat with Jaron Lockridge for Betray: Thirst, the second offering of the Betray series. We discuss his hands-on approach of producing, writing and directing as well as the importance of friendships and keeping love alive. Check out the video interview . Betray: Thirst is available on Apple TV + and Amazon Prime. Website | Rotten Tomatoes | Link...

Send us Fan Mail This week we have the opportunity to chat to Adam & Zach about Bloodlines, focusing on the presence of Bludworth in the franchise and reflect on the life and legacy of icon Tony Todd. Rest in love. Check out video interview . FINAL DESTINATION BLOODLINES ONLY IN AUSTRALIAN CINEMAS MAY 15 As suggested by Zach & Adam, big recommend to pair Bloodlines with Candyman. We also h...

Send us Fan Mail This week, we discuss the impact of queer Asian cinema, Andrew reflects on the significance of his works, including his remake of Ang Lee's The Wedding Banquet, and the evolution of queer community dynamics since 1993. We delve into themes of culture, sexuality, and family explored in his films and discuss how these elements resonate with audiences. Andrew also shares persona...

Send us Fan Mail In this week's Reference Max we have something for everyone, intoxicated by the thrill of Drop, galloping into the visual arms of On Swift Horses, getting insight on the danger and importance of journalism in The Correspondent, making new friendos and lovers with Clowns in a Cornfield and finding the harmony in Tinā. NOTE: On Swift Horses is currently out in US cinemas and ha...

Send us Fan Mail Director/Writer Miki Magasiva and Actor Anapela Polataivao join us on the podcast to chat about TINĀ. We delve into representation, storytelling and balancing traditional and cultural musical numbers. Check out the video interview . TINĀ is in Australian cinemas May 1. Website | Rotten Tomatoes | Linktree | Youtube | Twitter | Instagram 

Send us Fan Mail We sit down with Director Daniel Minahan to discuss recently released On Swift Horses. Travelling back to the 1950s, Dan walks us through colour themes and visual language that reflect emotional journeys as well as the filmmaking process from book to screen. On Swift Horses is out in US cinemas now. We will update if there is a date for AUS. This interview is audio only. For other...

Send us Fan Mail Pass the vibe check and the juke joint of remembering bodies, conversating numbers and strum humming. Pierce the veil of life and death with Sinners this week. Check out our write ups for press events we were invite to: Our question for Ryan Coogler was asked:  Fruitvale Station, Creed, Black Panther, and now Sinners—you have a poetic ability to speak truths. How do you balance he...

Send us Fan Mail This week, we sit down with acclaimed filmmaker Kriv Stenders to discuss his impactful body of work and his latest film, 'The Correspondent.' Standers delves into his motivations for choosing certain stories, the challenges of bringing true events to the screen, and the unique approach of sticking closely to Peter's perspective in the film.  The conversation covers...

Send us Fan Mail This week we sit down with Christopher Landon to discuss his thrilling new film, "Drop." Delving into the movie's unique blend of horror and grounded reality, we explore the challenges of translating modern anxieties about technology onto the screen and the conscious effort to create a strong, resilient female protagonist in Violet.  Check out the video interview ....

Send us Fan Mail This week we have a special Anime Reference Max we review the first episodes for To Be Hero X, Guilty Gear Strive: Dual Rulers and whole seasons of Solo Leveling, Mashle: Magic and Muscles & Fable. If you’re looking for more we have full review episodes on Naruto & Demon Slayer on the podcast feed. While you’re here, check out our chat with Aleks Le (English dub voice acto...

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s Reference Max we review the majority Trans cast and crew led film She’s the He, dreamy Academy award winning Flow, Frankie Muniz led Renner & Double the De Niro with The Alto Knights. Website | Rotten Tomatoes | Linktree | Youtube | Twitter | Instagram 

Send us Fan Mail Grab a snack and a lover as we give splooshes and flowers to the Leading Black Women and Men in Hollywood with the Number One on the Call Sheet films. Website | Rotten Tomatoes | Linktree | Youtube | Twitter | Instagram 

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s Reference Max we review Pamela Anderson’s The Last Showgirl, Queer coming of age Big Boys, Julia Stiles directorial debut Wish You Were Here & hummingbird doco Every Little Thing. We also welcome another Marcellus Cox work, Liquor Bank. 01:37 Liquor Bank 06:41 The Last Showgirl 12:30 Big Boys 15:49 Wish You Were Here 16:47 Reflecting on '10 Things I Hate Ab...

Send us Fan Mail In this week's Reference Max we review the Keke x SZA powered One of Them Days, an emotional road trip in The Last Journey, Ving Rhames and white girl boxing in Uppercut & cartoonish humanity printed Mickey 17. Apologies for the last ten mins, we did our best to fix the audio but also just a heads up. Website | Rotten Tomatoes | Linktree | Youtube | Twitter | Instagram 

Send us Fan Mail Welcome friends and lovers to the Grand Reference Tour where we will be riding in our GNX with Anita Baker to talk about the post rap beef, GNX, Super Bowl and reflecting on the cultural impact. Thanks again to Andre, Countryboi ( One Mic: Black History ), Cameron & Jordan ( White People Won’t Save You ) for another banger! Enjoy this epic collab and check out all the cool stu...

Send us Fan Mail This week, we host another exciting interview, this time with the multi-talented Keke Palmer. The episode covers an engaging discussion about Palmer's leading role in the film 'One of Them Days', where themes of gentrification, community, and the realities of young adulthood are explored. The conversation with Keke Palmer also includes her insights on the film indus...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to our Reference Degustation where we take you through a month long double dolly celebration of Spike Lee Joints. Infiltrate the hotline and navigate the streets of love and hate to make change from the inside? Read between the Tarzan lines with the BlacKkKlansman this week. Are-uh you down? If you’d like to watch along, we will be covering the below… Do The Right Thing (1...

Send us Fan Mail From Sweden to Sydney, a heartwarming journey unfolds this week as we talk with Filip and Fredrik, the creators of 'The Last Journey.'  They delve into the origins of the film, the inspiration behind capturing Filip's father's story, and the emotions involved in seeing a loved one grow older. They reflect on the unique blend of humor and tragedy in Swedish, as...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to our Reference Degustation where we take you through a month long double dolly celebration of Spike Lee Joints. Tap dance centre stage into the awards ceremony and get your freak on while hoofin and getting the loot. Turn his TV off with Bamboozled this week. If you’d like to watch along, we will be covering the below… Do The Right Thing (1989) Malcolm X (1992) Bamboozle...

Send us Fan Mail This week we interview Michael Morris to discuss the latest entry in the beloved Bridget Jones franchise, 'Mad About The Boy.' Morris shares his personal connection to the series and reflects on the responsibility of continuing Bridget's story. The conversation delves into the emotional depth added to the new film, the challenges of incorporating grief into the narr...