Reel Talk: The Movie Show

On this episode of Reel Talk, Sam Stokes welcomes Film Stories writer and editor Ryan Lambie to speak about the new film co-written and directed by Alex Garland and Iraq War veteran Ray Mendoza. They discuss the unique approach to the filmmaking and telling of a war story, the ensemble cast, and the impressive sound design. ------------ Host & Editor Sam Stokes Guest Ryan Lambie Executive Producer...

On this episode of Reel Talk, Sam Stokes is joined by returning guest Ian Buckley to speak about the Oscar-winning animated magical realist eco-fable Flow. They discuss the film's story, themes, and animal characters.... ------------ Host & Editor Sam Stokes Guest Ian Buckley Executive Producer Tony Black Follow Sam Stokes on Letterboxd here, and listen to his podcasts Den of Ten (follow on Bluesk...

On this episode of Reel Talk, Ian Buckley joins Sam Stokes to talk about Mickey 17, the latest film from Oscar-winner Bong Joon Ho. They delve into the film's many themes and ethical implications, as well as discussing which people's work on the film stood out... ------------ Host & Editor Sam Stokes Guest Ian Buckley Executive Producer Tony Black Follow Sam Stokes on Letterboxd here, and listen t...

On this episode of Reel Talk, returning guest and Team Cap superfan Violet Hammond joins Sam Stokes to speak about Captain America: Brave New World, the latest MCU movie and the first Captain America film with Antony Mackie's Sam Wilson as the titular character. They discuss the story, the performances, and who really is Steve... ------------ Host & Editor Sam Stokes Guest Violet Hammond Executive...

On this episode of Reel Talk, Film Stories resident Oscars expert Bo Nicholson returns to speak with host Sam Stokes about The Brutalist, Brady Corbet's recipient of 10 Oscar nominations and one of the frontrunners for Best Picture. They delve into the film's story, themes, performances, and much more... ------------ Host & Editor Sam Stokes Guest Bo Nicholson Executive Producer Tony Black Follow...

On this episode of Reel Talk, Sam Stokes is joined by returning favourites Craig McKenzie and Bo Nicholson. They give their overall thoughts on film in 2024, share their favourite people and films, and make some Oscars predictions. ------------ Host & Editor Sam Stokes Guests Craig McKenzie Bo Nicholson Executive Producer Tony Black Follow Sam Stokes on Letterboxd here, and listen to his podcasts...

On this episode of Reel Talk, Sam Stokes is joined by returning guests Ashley Thomas and Baz Greenland to discuss Robert Eggers' Nosferatu. They delve into the adaptation choices, performances, cinematography and more, as well as each giving their top 3 Reel Winners. ------------ Host & Editor Sam Stokes Guests Ashley Thomas Baz Greenland Executive Producer Tony Black Follow Sam Stokes on Letterbo...

On this episode of Reel Talk, crossing over with the One Rules Them All podcast, Sam is joined by Baz Greenland to review a brand new Middle Earth movie, The War of the Rohirrim. They discuss how the writers adapted a small number of lines in the Lord of the Rings' appendices, which characters were the most enjoyable, and how well the animation style worked. ------------ Host & Editor Sam Stokes G...

On this episode of Reel Talk, your host Sam Stokes is joined by Violet Hammond and Frame to Frame's Andy Williams to speak about stage musical adaptation Wicked. Part 2 spoilers: (01:20:56:04) - (01:30:31:07) Willemijn Verkaik - Defying Gravity: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PGOoSXeny7I ------------ Host & Editor Sam Stokes Guests Violet Hammond Andy Williams Executive Producer Tony Black Follow...

On this episode of Reel Talk, your host Sam Stokes talks to Ian Buckley from Illumination Above All and We Are Starfleet to discuss Ridley Scott sequel Gladiator II. ------------ Host & Editor Sam Stokes Guest Ian Buckley Executive Producer Tony Black Follow Sam Stokes on Letterboxd here, and listen to his podcasts Den of Ten (follow on Twitter @denoftenpod) and One Rules Them All (@onerulesthemal...

On this episode of Reel Talk, your host Sam Stokes is joined by Bo Nicholson from Academy Watch and Movieversaries to discuss Palme D'Or winner Anora. Main reviews of Anora mentioned on and/or consulted for the episode: https://www.newstatesman.com/culture/film/2024/11/anora-resists-the-cliched-sex-worker-fairy-tale-for-a-real-human-story https://www.npr.org/2024/10/23/nx-s1-5159909/anora-sean-bak...

On this special Halloween episode of Reel Talk, your host Sam Stokes is joined by Craig McKenzie from Kneel Before Blog and We Are Starfleet to review Smile 2, share their favourite horror films, and have a horror movie quiz. (3:38) Favourite Horror (21:54) Smile 2 (1:04:52) Spooktober (1:10:49) Quiz ----------- Host & Editor Sam Stokes Guest Craig McKenzie Executive Producer Tony Black Follow Sam...

On this episode of Reel Talk, your host Sam Stokes is joined by author and journalist Sean Wilson to discuss Todd Phillips' sequel, Joker: Folie à Deux. They discuss the film's performance, whether it's a musical, and why it cost $200m, as well as their opinions on the film. ------------ Host & Editor Sam Stokes Guest Sean Wilson Executive Producer Tony Black Find Sean Williams @seano22 and @seanf...

On this episode of Reel Talk, your host Sam Stokes is joined by Ashley Thomas and Ian Buckley, to discuss the ninth film in the Alien franchise, Alien: Romulus. ------------ Host & Editor Sam Stokes Guests Ashley Thomas Ian Buckley Executive Producer Tony Black Follow Sam Stokes on Letterboxd here, and listen to his podcasts Den of Ten and One Rules Them All, follow on Twitter @denoftenpod and @on...

On this episode of Reel Talk, your host Sam Stokes is joined by Baz Greenland and Craig McKenzie to discuss the latest Marvel and Deadpool movie, Deadpool & Wolverine. ------------ Host & Editor Sam Stokes Guests Baz Greenland Craig McKenzie Executive Producer Tony Black Follow Sam Stokes on Letterboxd here, and listen to his podcast Den of Ten, follow on Twitter @denoftenpod. Listen to Baz on The...

On this episode of Reel Talk, your host Sam Stokes is joined by Violet Hammond, who makes her Reel Talk debut to discuss disaster blockbuster Twisters, the sequel to one of her favourite movies. ----------- Host & Editor Sam Stokes Guest Violet Hammond Executive Producer Tony Black Follow Sam Stokes on Letterboxd here, and listen to his podcast Den of Ten, follow on Twitter @denoftenpod. Find Viol...

On this episode of Reel Talk, your host Sam Stokes speaks to Craig McKenzie from Kneel Before Blog and We Are Starfleet about horror prequel A Quiet Place: Day One. ----------- Host & Editor Sam Stokes Guest Craig McKenzie Executive Producer Tony Black Follow Sam Stokes on Letterboxd here, and listen to his podcast Den of Ten, follow on Twitter @denoftenpod. Read Craig's Kneel Before Blog here: ht...

On this episode of Reel Talk, your host Sam Stokes is joined by Andy Williams to share their feelings about Pixar sequel Inside Out 2. ------------ Host & Editor Sam Stokes Guest Andy Williams Executive Producer Tony Black Follow Sam Stokes on Letterboxd here, and listen to his podcast Den of Ten, follow on Twitter @denoftenpod. Find Andy Williams @andywilliams250 and Frame To Frame here: @frameto...

On this episode of Reel Talk, your host Sam Stokes is joined by Ashley Thomas, a.k.a. The Nerdy Blogger, to talk about strong female protagonists Furiosa and Amy Winehouse. Timestamps: (9:54) Furiosa (47:31) Back to Black ------------ Host & Editor Sam Stokes Guest Ashley Thomas Executive Producer Tony Black Follow Sam Stokes on Letterboxd here, and listen to his podcast Den of Ten, follow on Twit...

This is a very special 100th episode of Reel Talk! Your host, Sam Stokes, is joined by frequent guests Bo Nicholson and Craig McKenzie to reflect on the Reel Talk podcast and the last 3 years of cinema. Plus, Sam gives Bo and Craig a quiz! Timestamps: (12:03) Reel Winners - Films (26:45) Violet Hammond (36:20) Reel Winners - Directors (52:20) Carl Sweeney (1:08:25) Reel Winners - Actors (1:23:20)...

On this episode of Reel Talk, your host Sam Stokes speaks to Craig McKenzie from Kneel Before Blog and We Are Starfleet about Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes and The Fall Guy. ------------ Host & Editor Sam Stokes Guest Craig McKenzie Executive Producer Tony Black Follow Sam Stokes on Letterboxd here, and listen to his podcast Den of Ten, follow on Twitter @denoftenpod. Read Craig's Kneel Before...

On this episode of Reel Talk, your host Sam Stokes speaks with Ian Buckley from the We Are Starfleet and Illumination Above All podcasts about Rose Glass' crime thriller Love Lies Bleeding and Luca Guadagnino's sweaty tennis romantic drama Challengers. ------------ Host & Editor Sam Stokes Guest Ian Buckley Executive Producer Tony Black Follow Sam Stokes on Letterboxd here, and listen to his podca...

On this episode of Reel Talk, your host Sam Stokes is joined by author and podcaster (and creator of Reel Talk!) A. J. Black to discuss Alex Garland's latest film, Civil War.------------Host & EditorSam StokesGuestA. J. BlackExecutive ProducerTony BlackFollow Sam Stokes on Letterboxd here, and listen to his podcast Den of Ten, follow on Twitter @denoftenpod. Find A. J. Black's books and podcasts,...

On this episode of Reel Talk, your host Sam Stokes is joined by Craig McKenzie from Kneel Before Blog and We Are Starfleet to discuss the latest MonsterVerse film, Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire.------------Host & EditorSam StokesGuestCraig McKenzie Executive ProducerTony BlackFollow Sam Stokes on Letterboxd here, and listen to his podcast Den of Ten, follow on Twitter @denoftenpod. Read Craig's...

On this episode of Reel Talk, your host Sam Stokes is joined by Baz and Ben Greenland from The Tardis Crew for a spooky double bill of Ghostbusters Frozen Empire and Late Night With The Devil (34:17).------------Host & EditorSam StokesGuestsBaz and Ben GreenlandExecutive ProducerTony BlackFollow Sam Stokes on Letterboxd here, and listen to his podcast Den of Ten, follow on Twitter @denoftenpod. Li...