Film Night Podcast

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This week, we’re reviewing Dune: Part Two. We also discuss some of the big players in the Oscars this year, including The Holdovers, All of Us Strangers & Anatomy of a Fall.  

It’s that time of year again! Actually, it’s a few months late this year, but the Film Night Oscars 2023 are finally upon us. You know the drill, it’s exactly as worthless as the inferior Oscars, but with much less money invested. Enjoy!

This week, we’re foregoing a Christmas special to review Godzilla Minus One. We also discuss the new trailer for Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga & the final episodes of I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!

This week, special guest Matthew “Chives” Cartmell has risen through the ranks to help us review Ridley Scott’s Napoleon. We’re also discussing Squid Game: The Challenge & I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! as well as having a quick game of Do the Right Movies.

This week, we’re reviewing 3 films that we saw at Leeds International Film Festival 2023: I Used to Be Funny, Hundreds of Beavers & #Manhole. We’re also going to be reviewing Dream Scenario, starring Nic Cage.

This week, we’re reviewing David Fincher’s new release, The Killer. Plus, we’ll be discussing a few other things we’ve seen recently including The Detectives, The Old Oak and An American Werewolf in London. Music: Intro – This Charming Man by The Smiths Outro – Heaven Knows I’m Miserable Now by The Smiths

This week, we’re reviewing Martin Scorsese’s latest film, Killers of the Flower Moon. We’re also discussing the increasing running time of films and having a game of Do The Right Movies…  

For our Halloweeen special, we’re ranking our top 5 Simpsons Treehouse of Horrors. Plus, we have a horror-themed quiz and a game of Table Read, containing plenty of treats and a few tricks…

This week, we’re reviewing Matt Johnson’s BlackBerry. As huge fans of Matt Johnson’s previous works (The Dirties, Operation Avalanche & Nirvanna the Band the Show), we’re very excited to finally be able to watch BlackBerry. The question is: Will it live up to our expectations..? Music: BlackBerry Movie Score Suite by Jay McCarroll

This week, we’re playing a few games including Room 101, Would You Rather and Do the Right Movies: a game in which we steal and discuss questions from the All the Right Movies official Twitter account. Also, Joe has an unfounded dislike of Sci-Fi films. Watch on YouTube here.

We review A24 Korean film Past Lives and give our opinions on Greta Gerwig’s Barbie, Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer and the entire Barbenheimer phenomenon. Watch on YouTube here

We’re flung back into, across and beyond the multiverse this week to review the highly-anticipated Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (spoilers throughout). We also bid farewell to our beloved Odeon cinema in Blackpool as it closes forever. Other topics discussed include the original Friday the 13th, the Final Cut of Apocalypse Now and the TV series … Continue reading "Episode 205: Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse"

In the Film Night Galaxy, the lads are two team members down. Step forward Matthew ‘Tepi’ McLaughlin to save the day and rescue our review of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 (spoilers throughout). The boys also discuss the Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, Tangerine, Air, Queer Eye, and Woody finally watches Glass Onion: … Continue reading "Episode 204: Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3"

This week the lads are joined by returning guest, Matthew Philip Michael ‘Tepi’ Mclaughlin, as we review a film he has long requested, Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory. The boys also give their thoughts on whether the third instalment of Guardians of the Galaxy will be worth a watch and Richie lets us know … Continue reading "Episode 203: Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory"

We become the latest victims for Count Dracula to sink his teeth into as we review Renfield this week. The lads tackle a plethora of topics, including the length of adverts at cinemas (again), the new ‘all stars’ show of I’m a Celebrity… South Africa, The Hunt for Raoul Moat, Evil Dead Rise and The … Continue reading "Episode 202: Renfield"

The Four Horsemen of Film Night Podcast are faced with the unenviable task of debating M. Night Shyamalan’s latest film, Knock at the Cabin (spoilers: 41:50 – 1:30:45). The lads also complain about the amount of adverts on show before the film, and the strangely small lavatory facilities at Vue Cinema… Music: Intro – Boogie … Continue reading "Episode 201: Knock at the Cabin"

This week, we’re celebrating our 200th episode in style with a review of Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery. Many thanks to our beloved guests for joining us in the festivities: Matthew Phillip Michael “Tepi” Mclaughlin, Dale Anthony Alexander, Harry Oliver McLafferty, Grace Roisin Pooley-Cooper, Thomas James Broderick, William Neil “Barry” Blackburn & Matthew Patrick … Continue reading "Episode 200: Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery"

We’re getting to a point in which these violent rants about our hatred of the Inferi-Oscars, given alongside our own unoriginally quasi-ironic version of them, are reaching levels of hypocrisy that even our big words and pseudo-intellectuality can’t save us. Nevertheless, we really hate the Oscars. Please enjoy the Film Night Oscars 2022!

It’s been more than a decade since viewers were last exploring the world of Pandora, but when an ancient threat resurfaces, the lads must fight to save the Na’vi (spoilers for both Avatar films from 34:30). Music: Intro – Into the Water by Simon Franglen Outro – The Songcord by Zoe Saldaña

This week, the lads get into the Christmas spirit while trying not to antagonise their neighbours by reviewing Deck The Halls. There’s also a big announcement from Richie, a debrief of the 22nd series of I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! and a brief chat about Charlotte Wells’ Aftersun. Music: Intro – Rockin’ … Continue reading "Episode 197: Deck the Halls"

We’re back with a bumper episode this week! The lads kick off with a discussion on this year’s I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! followed by two films watched at Leeds International Film Festival – Huesera (spoilers: 40:40 – 52:02) and Incredible But True (spoilers: 56:55 – 1:06:02). There’s also talk on Martin … Continue reading "Episode 196: LIFF 2022 & The Banshees of Inisherin"

This week, we take it back to the 50s and visit the beautiful town of Victory to review Olivia Wilde’s much-talked-about Don’t Worry Darling (spoilers: 48:20 – 1:27:55). The lads also discuss the controversy surrounding the film before, during and after its release. Music: Intro – The Right Time by Ray Charles Outro – Music … Continue reading "Episode 195: Don’t Worry Darling"

Bros, the four besties are seriously vibing over Bodies Bodies Bodies this  week (spoilers 43:37 – 1:16:20). Richie finally manages to wear Woody down on The Lord of the Rings debate, before discussions turn to 13 Lives, The Rehearsal and our interest in Avatar: The Way of Water.   Music: Intro – Cum (feat. Iggy Azalea) by … Continue reading "Episode 194: Bodies Bodies Bodies"

This week, we’re reviewing… Yep, you guessed it, Nope (spoilers: 55:56 – 1:35:11). Other topics include Bodies Bodies Bodies, Three Thousand Years of Longing, Don’t Worry Darling (note, this was recorded before the alleged spit incident) & Weird: The Al Yankovic Story. Music: Intro – This Is The Lost Generation by The Lost Generation Outro … Continue reading "Episode 193: Nope"

We’re playing with the boys this week as we review Top Gun: Maverick (spoilers: 52:57 – 1:21:00) . We also discuss recent watches including Jurassic World Dominion, Men, Stranger Things and Better Call Saul. Music: Intro: Danger Zone by Kenny Loggins Outro: Won’t Get Fooled Again by The Who  

This week,  we’re looking into the strange disappearance of Jack  with the help of  Matthew Phillip Michael “Tepi” Mclaughlin, whilst reviewing Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (spoilers: 37:21 – 1:06:48). Also, we discuss  recent stand ups from Ricky Gervais, Alan Partridge and Tepi’s thoughts on Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore. Music: Intro: … Continue reading "Episode 191: Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness"

This week, there are an infinite number of possible opinions for us to have on Everything Everywhere All at Once (spoilers: 31:39 – 1:07:54), so this review is meaningless. We also discuss a couple of Richard Linklater films after a message from Woody brings to light a controversial Letterboxd rating. Other topics include the IMDB … Continue reading "Episode 190: Everything Everywhere All at Once"

This week, we know exactly how Nic Cage is feeling as we review The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent (spoilers: 38:22 – 59:33). We also discuss Sean Baker’s Red Rocket & Richard Linklater’s Apollo 10 1/2: A Space Age Childhood. Music: Intro – Down by the Corner by Creedance Clearwater Revival

This week, the four northmen gather to review Robert Eggers’ The Northman (spoilers: 52:50 – 1:17:08). We’re also bidding farewell to Woody as he begins his own journey of self discovery… Music: Intro – The King by Robin Carolan & Sebastian Gainsborough Outro – Goodbye My Lover by James Blunt

This week, the boys hit up Gotham to discuss their favourite caped crusader, The Batman (spoilers: 1:02:27 – 1:26:50). As well as discussing Matt Reeves' latest film the lads delve into the possibilities of a ‘shared universe' for Robert Pattinson's superhero. Music: Intro: The Batman (from “The Batman”) by Michael Giacchino Outro: Catwoman (from “The … Continue reading "Episode 187: The Batman"

We’re Film Night Podcast and this is the Jackass Forever review! Also up for discussion are some recent watches including The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo and American Graffiti, as well as trying to solve the long standing mystery surrounding a Ferris Bueller’s Day Off DVD… Music: Intro: Corona by Minutemen Outro: If You’re Gonna … Continue reading "Episode 186: Jackass Forever"

This week, fate brings us together once again to review Paul Thomas Anderson’s Licorice Pizza. We also discuss all our recent watches including The Green Knight, Nobody, Hairspray and We Need to Talk About Kevin. Intro: But You’re Mine by Sonny and Cher Outro: Life on Mars by David Bowie

Our continued hatred of the mainstream Oscars is going strong, as is our unwavering determination to shamelessly cash in on its name and structure. That’s right, we’re at it again. Please enjoy our much better but equally pointless event… The Film Night Oscars 2021!

This week, there are millions of universes in which we’re doing something else, but in this universe, we’re reviewing Spider-Man: No Way Home (spoilers throughout). Music: Intro – Spider-Man: Homecoming Suite by Michael Giacchino Outro – Shield of Pain by Michael Giacchino

This week, we’re not scared anymore to review Home Alone for our 2021 Christmas special. With a returning guest star, we also talk about I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! (again), Line of Duty, Tiger King 2, Argo, Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit, The Show About the Show, Erin Brockovich, Limbo … Continue reading "Episode 182: Home Alone"

This-a week, we’re-a reviewing-a House of Gucci. We also take some time to shed some light on some of the language we use on the show that may be confusing some listeners… Plus, we break down our thoughts on this year’s series of I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! Music: Intro – Faith … Continue reading "Episode 181: House of Gucci"

This week, we deliver the hard news with our reviews of The French Dispatch & Last Night in Soho (spoilers: 1:23:39 – 1:48:25). We’re also featuring articles on Squid Game, The Tower, The Great British Bake Off, Tremors & The Eternals. Our agony column needs you! Please send your e-mails to filmnight@yahoo.co.uk. Music: Intro – … Continue reading "Episode 180: The French Dispatch & Last Night in Soho"

This week, Jack and Richie have been programmed to review more films at Leeds International Film Festival. In the second and final LIFF 2021 special, they’re reviewing Absolute Denial (spoilers: 22:26 – 33:46) and Hope. Plus, Richie introduces Jack to Curb Your Enthusiasm.

This week, Jack and Richie measure their happiness by the number of films they can see at Leeds International Film Festival 2021. In the first LIFF special of the year, they’re reviewing Tiong Bahru Social Club & Kratt (spoilers: 51:09 – 1:07:54). Stay tuned for more from LIFF 2021 soon! Music: Intro: Ms. Happy by … Continue reading "Episode 178: Tiong Bahru Social Club & Kratt – LIFF 2021"

This week, The Voice commands you to listen to our review of Denis Villeneuve’s Dune (spoilers: 46:26 – 1:10:36). We also discuss some Halloween watches such as Venom: Let There Be Carnage, Halloween Kills, The Blair Witch Project, The Descent & The Purge. Plus, we express our joy at the return of Curb Your Enthusiasm as season … Continue reading "Episode 177: Dune"

This week, we are pleased to be joined by our recurring guest Matthew Patrick “Chives” Cartmell as we find ourselves both shaken and stirred by the film which marks the finale of Daniel Craig’s tenure as Bond (spoilers 40:31 – 1:19:16). We also cover a review of some recent trailers to have been released, read … Continue reading "Episode 176: No Time To Die"

This week, time is slipping away from us as we all get together again with a trip to Leeds to review Old, The Kid Detective and Oldboy. Music: Intro: Winter from ‘The Four Seasons’ by Vivaldi Outro: The Last Waltz by Jo Yeong-wook

The boys are captivated this week as they review the award winning film, The Father (Spoilers: 59:00 – 1:43:55). They discuss the longevity of a certain crop of actors, along with the life and times of Robert De Niro. Music: Intro – Cold Wind Var.2 (Day 4), Ludovico Einaudi Outro – Three Lions (Football’s Coming … Continue reading "Episode 174: The Father"

This week, the man, the myth, the legend, Matthew ‘Tepi’ McLaughlin makes his return to join the boys to review Oscar Award winning film, Nomadland. The lads hear Tepi’s opinions on The English Game, the Bond franchise and have the ever popular UK vs US Office debate! Music: Intro – Oltremare by Ludovico Einaudi Outro … Continue reading "Episode 173: Nomadland"

This week, the lads don’t need to use sign language to articulate their musings of double-Oscar-winning film Sound of Metal (spoilers: 59:55 – 1:33:27). Detective Chief Inspectors McLafferty and Woodsford forensically dissect the finale of series 6 of Line of Duty, while Constables Clarke and Withers investigate Zack Snyder’s Justice League. Other topics discussed include … Continue reading "Episode 172: Sound of Metal"

This week we head across the pond for our review of Hulu original Palm Springs (spoilers: 24:47 – 1:00:20). The boys also delve into Louis Theroux – Shooting Joe Exotic, Line of Duty & I care a lot.

This week, we’re getting a little cheeky in our review of Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom ( spoilers: 31:19 – 48:50) . We also have discussions about the release of Zack Snyder’s Justice League, as well as opinions on Twilight,  The Prestige, The Dig and Minority Report. Music: Intro: Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom by Branford Marsailis … Continue reading "Episode 170: Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom"