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Sam Chaplin hasn't seen many of the massively popular films that have shaped modern pop culture. Kefin Mahon has. Join us as we watch them together, and have a right bloody laugh discussing them. Follow us on Twitter: @cinemaswirl

Cinema Swirl


    • May 27, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 1h 41m AVG DURATION
    • 137 EPISODES

    4.7 from 115 ratings Listeners of Cinema Swirl that love the show mention: kefin, hearing sam's, ae podcast, it's easy, classics, movie podcast, movies, gonna, seen, watching, love the podcast, nice, first, thought, guys, funny, always, great, time, listen.


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    The Cinema Swirl podcast is a hilarious and entertaining show that brings a fresh perspective to beloved movies. Hosted by Sam Chaplin, an Irishman who loves movies, and Kefin Mahon, a British host who hasn't seen many films, this podcast offers a fun and lighthearted take on popular films. It's not a deep dive into the art of filmmaking but rather a comedic discussion between two friends after watching a movie. This podcast is perfect for those nostalgic for films they haven't thought of in a while.

    One of the best aspects of The Cinema Swirl podcast is the chemistry between Sam and Kefin. Their banter and playful dynamic make every episode enjoyable to listen to. Sam's adorable school-boy-aged John Oliver persona contrasts hilariously with Kefin's sassy Stephen Colbert crossed with grizzly bear demeanor. Their differing perspectives on movies add depth to their discussions and it's always interesting to hear Sam's first take on classic films.

    Another great aspect of this podcast is the honest and refreshing takes on classic movies. Listening to a newbie like Kefin share his thoughts on well-known Hollywood classics adds a unique twist to the show. The hosts' running commentary on plot events makes the listening experience engaging and entertaining.

    However, some listeners may find that The Cinema Swirl lacks in-depth analysis or critiques of films. If you're looking for an in-depth exploration of filmmaking techniques or thematic elements, this might not be the podcast for you. The show focuses more on comedy and entertainment than critical analysis.

    In conclusion, The Cinema Swirl podcast is an absolute delight for movie lovers who enjoy humor and nostalgia. It strikes a perfect balance between intelligent critique and joyous enthusiasm, reminding listeners why they love watching movies in the first place. Sam and Kefin's chemistry, along with their witty commentary, make every episode enjoyable. Despite its lack of deep analysis, this podcast is a must-listen for those looking for a lighthearted take on classic films.



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    Latest episodes from Cinema Swirl

    Episode 130: Eyes Wide Shut

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 117:51


    Episode 130: Eyes Wide Shut by Cinema Swirl

    Episode 129: High School Musical

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 107:34


    Kefin & Sam are all in this together... Listen and subscribe to Cinema Swirl on your favourite podcast platform here: https://linktr.ee/cinemaswirl Hosted and Produced by: Kefin Mahon and Sam Chaplin Edited by: Sam Chaplin Music: Sam Chaplin

    Episode 128: American Pie

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 106:30


    This one time, at band camp, mate. Listen and subscribe to Cinema Swirl on your favourite podcast platform here: https://linktr.ee/cinemaswirl Hosted and Produced by: Kefin Mahon and Sam Chaplin Edited by: Sam Chaplin Music: Sam Chaplin

    Episode 127: Saturday Night Fever

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2025 91:22


    Sam & Kefin have come down with a fever... Saturday Night Fever! Content Warning: Saturday Night Fever contains depictions of sexual assault, racism and homophobia which we discuss in our review. Listen and subscribe to Cinema Swirl on your favourite podcast platform here: https://linktr.ee/cinemaswirl Hosted and Produced by: Kefin Mahon and Sam Chaplin Edited by: Sam Chaplin Music: Sam Chaplin

    Episode 126: Twilight - New Moon

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2025 108:49


    New Year, New Moon for Sam & Kefin as they head back into the Twilight Saga. Head to cinemaswirl.co.uk for our newly launched range of merch! Listen and subscribe to Cinema Swirl on your favourite podcast platform here: https://linktr.ee/cinemaswirl Hosted and Produced by: Kefin Mahon and Sam Chaplin Edited by: Sam Chaplin Music: Sam Chaplin

    Episode 125: Scrooged

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2024 89:53


    On this edition of Cinema Swirl, Kefin and Sam wonder whether a nasty TV executive can learn the true meaning of Christmas through getting beaten up by ghosts. Head to cinemaswirl.co.uk for our newly launched range of merch! Listen and subscribe to Cinema Swirl on your favourite podcast platform here: https://linktr.ee/cinemaswirl Hosted and Produced by: Kefin Mahon and Sam Chaplin Edited by: Sam Chaplin Music: Sam Chaplin

    Episode 124 - Mad Max 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2024 93:38


    On this edition of Cinema Swirl, Kefin and Sam are searching for fuel across the post apocalyptic wasteland, as they review Mad Max 2. Head to cinemaswirl.co.uk for our newly launched range of merch! Listen and subscribe to Cinema Swirl on your favourite podcast platform here: https://linktr.ee/cinemaswirl Hosted and Produced by: Kefin Mahon and Sam Chaplin Edited by: Sam Chaplin Music: Sam Chaplin

    Episode 123 - The Omen

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2024 97:47


    On this edition of SPOOKY Swirl, Kefin and Sam decide whether a British child is the scariest thing of all, as they review The Omen (1976) Plus, there's a twist on the 'Pepsi Swirl' formula. Listen and subscribe to Cinema Swirl on your favourite podcast platform here: https://linktr.ee/cinemaswirl Hosted and Produced by: Kefin Mahon and Sam Chaplin Edited by: Sam Chaplin Music: Sam Chaplin

    Episode 122: The Godfather Part II

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2024 117:53


    On this edition of Cinema Swirl, Kefin and Sam have been made an offer they can't refuse... to review The Godfather Part II. Plus, Kefin's dad's "written piece" is finally revealed! Listen and subscribe to Cinema Swirl on your favourite podcast platform here: https://linktr.ee/cinemaswirl Hosted and Produced by: Kefin Mahon and Sam Chaplin Edited by: Sam Chaplin Music: Sam Chaplin

    Episode 121: The Crow

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2024 125:06


    On this edition of Cinema Swirl, Kefin and Sam discover what all the goths at school were talking about and delve into the 'cursed' nature of The Crow (1994) Listen and subscribe to Cinema Swirl on your favourite podcast platform here: https://linktr.ee/cinemaswirl Hosted and Produced by: Kefin Mahon and Sam Chaplin Edited by: Sam Chaplin Music: Sam Chaplin

    Episode 120: 10 Year Anniversary Spectacular

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2024 120:34


    On this edition of Cinema Swirl, Kefin and Sam look back at where it all started 10 years ago, listening back to the first episode of the show and rewatching Star Wars: A New Hope. Listen and subscribe to Cinema Swirl on your favourite podcast platform and follow us on 'the socials' here: https://linktr.ee/cinemaswirl Hosted and Produced by: Kefin Mahon and Sam Chaplin Edited by: Sam Chaplin Music: Sam Chaplin Special thanks to DogPass

    Episode 119: Licence To Kill

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2024 110:23


    Episode 118: Moulin Rouge!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2024 87:33


    Episode 117: Dawn Of The Dead

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2024 98:31


    When there's no more room in the fridge, the Pepsi Max cans will walk the earth.

    Episode 116: Se7en

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2024 103:25


    What's in the box?! Hopefully tiffin!

    Episode 115: Casablanca

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2024 85:19


    Episode 114: Rocky Balboa

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2024 92:25


    Cinema Swill - The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2023 99:32


    As a festive treat, here's Cinema Swill Episode 40, originally released back in May 2022. Our 'The Desolation of Smaug' episode is available right now at patreon.com/cinemaswirl and we'll be reviewing 'The Battle of the Five Armies' in January!

    Episode 113: The Santa Clause

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2023 103:10


    Episode 112: The Italian Job

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2023 82:57


    You were only supposed to watch the bloody fillum, mate!

    Episode 111: Night of the Living Dead

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2023 98:11


    Episode 110: Saving Private Ryan

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2023 101:50


    Episode 109: Twilight

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2023 109:42


    Episode 108: The Full Monty

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2023 118:02


    Episode 107: You Only Live Twice

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2023 108:29


    You Only Live Twice or so it seems, One life for yourself and one for your mates.

    Episode 106: The NeverEnding Story

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2023 91:12


    Never give up and good mates will find you.

    Episode 105: They Live

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2023 85:10


    I have come here to drink Pepsi Max and kick ass... and I'm all out of Pepsi Max.

    Episode 104: 2001 - A Space Odyssey

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2023 99:52


    I'm sorry, mate. I'm afraid I can't do that.

    Episode 103: Ghost

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2023 102:21


    Episode 102 - Rambo: First Blood

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2023 84:08


    Don't push it or I'll give you a war you won't believe, mate!

    Cinema Swill - The Love Guru

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2023 75:42


    As special treat to bring in 2023, here's the 'The Love Guru' episode of Cinema Swill. All 48 (and counting!) episodes of Cinema Swill are available for $5 backers over at patreon.com/cinemaswirl Happy New Year!

    Episode 101 - A Christmas Story

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2022 102:58


    Maximum ecstasy of unbridled avarice, zero sugar.

    Episode 100 - E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2022 121:03


    Kefin & Sam phone home!

    Episode 99: Indiana Jones And The Last Crusade

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2022 85:19


    Episode 98: Hellraiser

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2022 90:38


    Episode 97: Godzilla

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2022 105:32


    Sam & Kefin produce an episode that is both contentious and controversial, but it definitely has Godzilla in it!

    Episode 96: The Princess Bride

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2022 84:03


    Episode 95: Dumb & Dumber

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2022 110:53


    So you're tellin' me there's a chance.. that Sam hasn't seen Dumb & Dumber?!

    Episode 94: When Harry Met Sally

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2022 108:55


    I'll have what she's having! (and also a Pepsi Max, please)

    Episode 93: The Spy Who Loved Me

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2022 101:18


    Episode 92 - Die Hard With A Vengeance

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2022 88:51


    Episode 91: The Departed

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2022 111:52


    Celebs or Mates. When you're facing a loaded gun, what's the difference?

    Episode 90: Gladiator

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2022 94:00


    Episode 89: The Mummy (1999)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2022 94:14


    Uncover the secret. Unlock the legend. Open the can of Pepsi Max.

    Episode 88 - Highlander

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2022 100:14


    THERE CAN BE ONLY ONE... fillum that we're watching and it's Highlander!

    Episode 87: The Great Escape

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2021 98:02


    Festive Swirl! Two great mates watching The Great Escape!

    Episode 86: Rocky IV

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2021 90:13


    Episode 85: Beetlejuice

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2021 95:47


    IT'S SHOWTIME!! And it's also the *checks notes* 8th annual Spooky Swirl!

    Episode 84: Dirty Dancing

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2021 105:59


    Reverse Swirl: Casino Royale

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2021 99:22


    Another bit of bloody best of British Bond... Only this time, it's a Bond film that Kefin *hasn't* seen and Sam has!

    Episode 83: Point Break

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2021 93:52


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