The Glacé Film Club

The film in question in this episode takes us in a dark and sinister direction. The 2000 release, directed by Mary Harron follows the high flying 1980s life of Patrick Bateman. His obsession with money and status isn't the most distateful part of his characyer as we are taken through a graphic depiction of his... Read more » Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The 2020 release directed by Kornél Mundruczó sees us follow lead character Martha through an intense birthing scene and then onward through the despairing aftermath. This really is a tough emotional experience that cuts to the core of its characters tragically raw emotions. A film that sees the audience brought along through an emotional journey... Read more » Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/...

The 2012 coming of age release really does have a special place in Callum and Marcus' hearts. Based on the novel of the same title, The Perks Of Being A Wallflower is a unique film with its own take on storytelling. As a young group of outsiders work through their pasts and their futures together,... Read more » Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The 2015 documentary “Amy” is the film of discussion for Callum & Marcus in this episode. The film explores the life of singer Amy Winehouse, with a specific focus on her music, in particular, her lyrical depth and ability. With a vast array of interviews and insights, a real deep exploration of her life is... Read more » Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Released in 2016, “Captain Fantastic” takes us into the world of a father who raises his six children in the Washington wilderness. Their alternative lifestyle sees them become self-sufficient as they reject the day-to-day goings-on of society. Following the death the children's mother, a road trip to her funeral requires them to re-integrate with the... Read more » Hosted on Acast. See acast...

The 2021 release “Malcolm & Marie” is the subject of this episode of The Glacé Film Club. A film that was written, produced and released during the pandemic, there certainly are many themes and frustrations prevalent from 2020. This black and white film is shot all in one location and follows the ensuing argument between... Read more » Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor...

In the latest episode, Callum and Marcus decide to inhabit one of the out there worlds of Wes Anderson via the 2001 release, “The Royal Tenenbaums.” The funky comedy-drama contains a cast of Wes Anderson favourites as the Tenenbaum family seek to resolve years of tensions during an unforeseen reunion. The often bizarre comedy underpins... Read more » Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...

One Night In Miami is the film in focus in the latest episode of The Glacé Film Club. Adapted from a play, the 2020 release directed by Regina King depicts a fictionalised meeting between Malcolm X, Muhammad Ali, Jim Brown and Sam Cooke. The film explores the racial tensions within America during the 1960s through... Read more » Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The conversation in today's episode is between Marcus and founder of Fat Loss Feast, Joe Sexton. Joe is a personal trainer who has developed into an online fitness coach who shares healthy recipes through his videos. Joe has a big following online, especially on Facebook where he regularly shares video content and hosts live streams... Read more » Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo...

A new release on Netflix takes us back to England in 1939 via The Dig. This historical re-telling shares the story of a British excavator and his unbelievable find following a dig commissioned by the owner of a vast estate in Suffolk. Set to the backdrop of the Second World War, ‘The Dig' doesn't just... Read more » Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's time to bring a bit of comedy into our lives via the 2019 coming of age film, Booksmart. Olivia Wilde on her directorial debut brings us this high energy story of two young American girls on their final day of high school. Booksmart gives us a big twist on the coming of age genre,... Read more » Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

No, we're not discussing the residents of Manchester in this week's review, it is all about the latest David Fincher release, ‘Mank'. The film tells the story of Herman Mankiewicz and the process he went through when writing the screenplay for ‘Citizen Kane'. This black and white feature gives plenty of nods to the cinematic... Read more » Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo...

In this episode we've dived into a huge film, nothing less than the winner of the Best Picture award at the 2020 Oscars, Parasite. Parasite is a Korean film following the doings of a poor family as they infiltrate the lives of a rich family in a sneaky yet clever way. The film delivers comedy... Read more » Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode Marcus jumps on the microphone to have a meandering and meaningful conversation with actor, Ben Hanley. Ben has starred in a whole bunch of different short films and theatre productions. He also plays the lead in the Glacé Media short film “Joel”. During this conversation the two chat about what got Ben... Read more » Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information...

It's 2021 and in this episode, through the unique eyes of Charlie Brooker, The Glacé Film Club take a look back at 2020. This Netflix release has been brought to us by the production team of Black Mirror and gives us a witty and cutting view on the events of last year. In what is... Read more » Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we go international through a conversation with TikTok & YouTube creator, Jackie Todd. Jackie is a Canadian living in America, who throughout 2020 has used her YouTube experience as a springboard to really take TikTok by storm where she has amassed over 420 thousand followers. Her array of short videos cover themes... Read more » Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...

It's that time of the year and of course The Glacé Film Club wants to mark the occasion. To wish you all a big Merry Christmas we've reviewed the absolute Christmas classic, It's A Wonderful Life. The 1946 release follows the life of George Bailey and his role in the small town in which he... Read more » Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An emotional journey would be understating this film, The Glacé Film Clubbers were thrown all over the place with this one. The Peanut Butter Falcon builds on the classic American road film, taking it's character and audience on a journey of growth and development along the way. The 2019 release starring Shia LaBeouf, Zack Gottsagen... Read more » Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo...

Mystery, intrigue and drama. That's what The Glacé Film Club has been put through for this episode and it's all at the hands of Zodiac. The 2007 release, directed by David Fincher, is the story of the Zodiac murderer who was active in the United States in the latest 60s and early 70s. This is... Read more » Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spike Lee's powerful piece is the subject of discussion in this episode of The Glacé Film Club. The 2018 release based on the memoirs of retired American police officer Ron Stallworth takes a deep dive into the fracturous issues of race that divides America. Set in the 1970s, BlacKkKlansman depicts black police officer Ron Stallworth's... Read more » Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...

In this episode Callum explores the world of acting in a wide ranging conversation with Actor and Drama Practitioner, Sarah Randle. Sarah, trained as an actor at the Manchester School of Theatre. She had roles in Coronation Street and Hollyoaks, then going on to set up her own theatre group working with young people across... Read more » Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informa...

Martin Scorsese, what more do we need to say? This 2010 epic starring Leonardo DiCaprio walks a Hollywood blockbuster into the dark and deep depths of post-war America. After having their minds bent and melted, Callum and Marcus hopped on the mics to give their usual wide-ranging takes on what this film did to them.... Read more » Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode we explore a real historical subject matter and who better to take us through 1960s American history? Our resident history teach, Callum. The 2020 release directed by Aaron Sorkin takes us to the heart of a court trial in the late 60s. The city of Chicago had seen unrest during the 1968... Read more » Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fan favourite Callum makes his much awaited return to the podcast to review the literary lovers dreams, Midnight In Paris. The 2011 release starring Owen Wilson and Rachel McAdams shows of Pfaris in all its romantic glory. Amongst pining over the film's numerous literary references, Marcus and Callum explore the driving theme of nostalgia. This... Read more » Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...

In this episode Marcus has a conversation with Artist and Creative Coach, Katie Lee. During their conversation they discuss why they are so passionate about creative projects and how bringing people together to collaborate on exciting projects is so beneficial to everyone involved. Katie is involved in a vast array of creative endeavours. Her recently... Read more » Hosted on Acast. See acast...