Popcorn Culture

Based on Erie Stanley Gardner's character of the same name, Perry Mason is back on TV screens and apparently this time, his show is sleeker and slightly edgier than its classic counterpart. But are preachers, beat cops, and gruesome crime scenes enough to make this a worthy reboot of the original series? In this episode, we tag along with Perry Mason, private investigator, as he navigates 1932 Los...

With Malaysian cinemas opening their doors again from July 1, we look at the unique experience of “going to the movies”, and whether it can ever be replaced by the multiple other screens now available to us. We also recall milestone films when it comes to big screen releases, and share some of our own favourite movie-going memories. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Malaysian cinemas opening their doors again from July 1, we look at the unique experience of “going to the movies”, and whether it can ever be replaced by the multiple other screens now available to us. We also recall milestone films when it comes to big screen releases, and share some of our own favourite movie-going memories. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Spike Lee’s latest screen outing, four ageing war veterans return to Vietnam in search of the remains of their fallen squad leader - and a treasure that they hid while serving there. Starring Delroy Lindo, Chadwick Boseman, Isiah Whitlock Jr and Norm Lewis, the movie brings an African American lens to the Vietnam war, while also drawing on issues of race and social justice that continue t...

That soaring shot of a brachiosaurus. The T-rex reflected in a sideview mirror. The chilling sight of a velociraptor’s breath puffing on a glass panel. These iconic screen moments are indelible memories created by one of THE biggest cinema releases of all time, the original Jurassic Park from 1993. With Malaysian cinemas reopening this week after three months of closure, we recall the awe of...

There's a lot of truly excellent TV and good shows available these days, and many of them have production levels (and budgets) that rival or surpass the best of cinema. So what has led to the rise of Prestige TV and how do you sift through the best of the best? And how have streaming services and bingeing changed the game? We dive deep into that very subject on this episode of Supercut. See omnyst...

Space Force reunites Greg Daniels and Steve Carell after The Office, and blends workplace comedy and political satire as it looks into the formation of the United States Space Force and its efforts to put boots on the moon. We discuss whether the show is a fun binge watch, and whether it succeeds at satire, comedy or both. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A cult classic in its own right, Galaxy Quest is a science fiction comedy in which the stars of a defunct but beloved sci-fi television franchise are put in charge of real intergalactic peril. On this throwback, we talk about what Galaxy Quest got right when it came to parodies and tributes, and also why Star Trek fans voted it the seventh best Star Trek film of all time in 2013. See omnystudio.co...

Lost underwater kingdoms. Dystopian future cities. Galaxies far, far away. Some worlds invite us with warmth and magic and wonder. Others warn of danger around every corner. World-building is a crucial component of filmmaking, as it creates entire cinematic universes within the context of a film. On today's Supercut, we discuss the worlds we love, the ones that we're in awe of, as well as the ones...

Four films, one episode! Fantasy Island, Underwater, Cats, and 1917 have made it to Malaysian homes thanks to Astro On Demand. On today's show, we check out some of the films that graced the big screen earlier in the year, and take a second peek at previously discussed movies like Cats and 1917. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If this were a different timeline, Wonder Woman 1984 would be in cinemas right now. We may not get to see the sequel to Patty Jenkins' 2017 blockbuster for a while, but that doesn't mean we can't celebrate the character while waiting in anticipation. On this Throwback Tuesday, we look back at two iconic live-action iterations of Diana Prince - Lynda Carter and Gal Gadot - in an effort to (re)hype...

Citizen Kane. Ben-Hur. Gone with the Wind. Even the original Star Wars trilogy. We often hear or read about these movies, with critics saying that they're must-watches... but why do some folks find watching old movies a challenge? There's plenty that goes into this, from changing standards and ideals of performances and direction, to being used to newer effects. We dive into all of that in this Su...

A couple - played by delightful writer-comedians Issa Rae and Kumail Nanjiani - who are on the rocks, find themselves inexplicably involved in a murder... and hijinks ensue. So begins the plot of The Lovebirds, which is what the Popcorn Culture gang are reviewing this week! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An all-time classic and one of many great rom-coms that emerged in the 1940s, The Philadelphia Story is our throwback of the week. Featuring witty writing and pratfalls in equal measure, this film was directed by George Cukor and starred a trifecta of Classic Hollywood stars: Katherine Hepburn, Cary Grant and James Stewart. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We've seen this play out time and again on social media: a post tagged with Black Lives Matter, prompts the response: All Lives Matter. In cinemas and on television, we're told that only a certain type of narrative sells, with actors who look a certain way. Yet, as Roger Ebert says, movies are an engine for empathy. So today we wanted to explore the role that movies (and entertainment) in general...

Based on Wally Lamb's bestselling novel, I Know This Much Is True is a six episode miniseries that looks at the lives and struggles of a pair of twin brothers, Dominick and Thomas Birdsey - both played by Mark Ruffalo. This show touches on themes of generational trauma, mental health and families, and we talk about whether it does it well. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ahead of our review of I Know This Much Is True this week, the Popcorn Culture gang throwback to movies and shows that have also explored twins and double trouble in the past. From both versions of The Parent Trap, to the unlikely Devito-Schwarzenegger pairing in Twins and examples in Tamil cinema, we'll be touching on our favourites. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Last Jedi. Zack Snyder. The ending of LOST. Never Have I Ever? On this Supercut, we explore (and debate) some of the most divisive TV shows and films in recent memory, and try to figure out why they appeal to some while irking others all the same. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He's a living legend and regarded by millions as the greatest athlete of all time. But what exactly made Michael Jordan so iconic? On this episode, we review The Last Dance; a 10-part docuseries chronicling Jordan's rise to superstardom, while paying special attention to the Bulls' 1997-98 season from start to finish. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From daily afternoon cartoons to entire networks with kids’ programming, the world of children’s entertainment has changed tremendously in just a few decades. And for each generation, there are new TV shows, movies, and icons that will forever define their childhoods. On this week’s Supercut, we discuss the most iconic children’s shows, how children’s entertainment ha...

Pixar’s latest offering, Onward, was one of the last batch of films to hit cinemas before the COVID-19 pandemic forced a near-global shutdown. So we take a step back and review the movie, which tells the story of a pair of elf brothers (voiced by Tom Holland and Chris Pratt) who set out on a magical quest to spend one more day with their late father. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i...

Before Nemo or Sully or Merida, before multiple Oscars and a reputation for superlative computer animation films, Pixar gave us Woody and Buzz Lightyear. This Throwback Tuesday, we hark back to the animation studio’s first and possibly most enduring film, as well as its sequels. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the world seemingly heading towards some sort of reboot, we thought we'd kick off our own rebooted Supercut by looking at just that! What does it mean when franchises decide to rise from the dead, with new faces? Or when TV shows decide to pivot, or actors wanting to switch away from their reputations? We cover all that and more in this installment of Popcorn Culture. See omnystudio.com/liste...

Based on the graphic novel Ciudad, Extraction is the feature directorial debut by Sam Hargrave, and is written by Joe Russo. We discuss whether this gritty action thriller is worth a watch, and how it compares to other films in its genre. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#sixseasonsandamovie was the hashtag throughout Community's run, and in many ways that exemplified this underdog sitcom - Pop-culture soaked, clever and meta, but with a sentimental heart. In today's throwback, we head to Greendale Community College to check in on the gang. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.