First Take Film Club

On this week's episode of the pod, the boys talk all things Promising Young Woman! The recent Oscar and BAFTA winner was a real standout for us and the chat this week was wonderful, if we do say so ourselves. On another note, on this episode Liam makes reference to some great articles read by the boys - check the links below to read some of these pieces. Thanks for listening! https://www.harpersbazaar.com/uk/culture/a35519409/promising-young-woman-comment/. https://www.empireonline.com/movies/reviews/promising-young-woman/. https://www.rogerebert.com/features/on-the-disempowerment-of-promising-young-woman.

Hello and welcome back to the First Take Film Club podcast. This week we tackle Darius Marder's Oscar-winning debut Sound of Metal. After a week away from the mic we are so happy to be back and this is the perfect movie to discuss. If you like what you hear, get involved in the conversation with us on Twitter and Instagram @firsttakepod and please, please, please drop us a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen to your podcasts. Enjoy! x

Hello and welcome back to the First Take Film Club. This week, we're talking about one of Amazon Prime's latest exclusive's: Palm Springs. Dive into our take on the latest time-travel movie to hit the small screen, and hear us discuss what we loved - and what we didn't - about this feel-good movie of the spring. As a bonus discussion, we also chat about where we see streaming services in the grand food-chain of film, and whether we think that there is a place for them in saving small-budget movies like this. As always, remember to subscribe and tell your friends, and follow us on socials (@firsttakepod). Enjoy! x

We simply are not there... Only kidding, of course we're bloody here - here being your podcast provider of choice - and instead of being a manic, sociopathic serial killer (or not?), we're coming at you with a lovely episode on Mary Hannon's classic, American Psycho. This movie asks so many questions, and we do our best to decipher most of them on this wonderful little episode, so if you like that sort of stuff, you're in for a real treat! Now, if you'll excuse us, we have to return some videotapes...

Hello and welcome back to another awesome episode of First Take Film Club. This week, Liam, Luke and Connor talk all things 12 Angry Men, the directorial debut from acclaimed American filmmaker Sidney Lumet. We recently celebrated our 2-year anniversary and for all of those that listen, from the bottom of our hearts, thank you!

On this week's episode, the boys talk all things Slumdog Millionaire, the Oscar-winning classic from Danny Boyle! Unfortunately Luke couldn't make it this week so it was down to Liam and Connor to pick apart and discuss this movie and they did just that, talking about the best scenes, filmmaking techniques and stand-out moments. Not to mention giving their respective popcorns, it's a great episode if we say so ourselves. We loved this film and want to know what you think, so feel free to get in touch with us @FirstTakePod on Twitter and Instagram and let us know! Until next week, ta! x

Thanks again for joining us at the First Take Film Club. This week's movie needs no introduction. Jaws was and is one of the most ground-breaking movies ever released. In this week's episode, we're joined by friend of the podcast Danielle White from @YaGalsonFilm to give her first take on Spielberg's 1975 blockbuster. Join Luke, Liam and Danielle (Connor was ill!) as they discuss how well the movie has aged, what they felt about the story and a few behind-the-scenes points that you may or may not already know. Do remember you can find us on Twitter and Instagram @FirstTakePod and thanks so much to Danielle for being an excellent special guest. 

Welcome back listener to episode 64 of the First Take Film Club podcast. In this week's episode we talk about George Miller's Mad Max: Fury Road. Considered one of modern-day cinema's great action movies, we dive into this episode all-guns-blazing as we hear what Luke thought on his first watch. As always, follow us on socials - @firsttakepod on twitter and Instagram.

"Lies, deceit, mixed messages... this is turning into a real..." podcast Boy, oh boy is this a great episode - the gang kick back and talk all things Face/Off, John Woo's cult-classic action movie! This movie really lived up to our expectations and we had a BLAST recording this episode. Give it a listen, share it with your pals and get in touch with us @FirstTakePod. Ta x

The boys are back! After a long Christmas break and some general life admin out of the way, we’re back and better than ever. New logo, new podcasts, same great craic!

Finally! After much time, David Fincher is finally back and we're covering his latest film Mank! Mank follows the real-life story of Herman J. Mankiewicz, the screenwriter behind Citizen Kane as he rushes to finish his first draft of the script. For one of us, this was, their "film of the year" and this podcast was one of our best too! So give it a listen, share with your pals and let us know how you found Mank! Until next time x

Hello and welcome back to First Take; on this week's episode we're covering one of the greatest comedy films of all time, Monty Python's The Life of Brian. This was a boss episode and we loved Monty Python, hopefully we'll cover some more in the near future!

Hello and welcome to a special episode of First Take where today we make history; that's right, it's out first ever episode with guests! On this bonus ep, Connor and Liam chat to the boys behind Kate and Jake, an upcoming film by two awesome young filmmakers. We discuss the ins and outs of pre-production during COVID, what it's like creating your first feature film and discuss the inspirations behind it - namely, Eternal Sunshine. We tried something new with this episode and had a blast recording it, if you enjoyed it please let us know because we'd love to have more guests on perhaps once every month or so. Anwyway, if you're still reading this drop us a like, a share and please get involved with Jack and Thomas' project - follow their socials, donate if you can or even just drop them a good luck message - it helps a lot and they're really going places. LINK BELOW. Enjoy x LINK - https://t.co/D9WigeCGRE?amp=1.

Here we are ladies and gentlemen, the greatest to ever do it AND Citizen Kane... We jest of course, Citizen Kane is arguably the greatest film ever made and we thought it was only time we covered it on the pod. We talk all things Kane, Welles and give our personal picks for the greatest film of all-time. Let us know yours @FirstTakePod and don't forget to share us with all your buds. Until next week when we've got TWO episodes coming at ya. Stay tuned and stay safe xx

Oh Jeez! The boys are back and on this weeks episode we're covering another Coens' classic, Fargo (1996). We love a black-comedy here at First Take HQ and it's safe to say that Fargo fits that category like a glove! Get in touch @FirstTakePod and let us know what you thought of this film, this episode or even the 2005 Champions League final. Anything really. We're all ears! Stay safe and keep watching movies! x

Remember remember the... wait what was the saying again? On this week's episode the boys chat all things V for Vendetta, and how apt is it that we recored on Bonfire night too! (Apologies if you hear any annoying fireworks in the background). Like, share and leave us a review. Ta x

Happy Halloween! we've got a terrifying, two-hander this week on First Take, with the boys giving their thoughts on Sam Raimi's Evil Dead 2 and Wes Cravrn's iconic horror-classic, A Nightmare on Elm Street. There's some hot takes, some general chit-chat and we answer your questions on these two awesome movies! Don't forget to follow us @FirstTakePod on Twitter & Instagram for more content and feel free to subscribe, review and share us with your pals, oe enemies.. Ta x

Science Fiction, Double Feature! YES - Spooky season is among us and we're kicking it off with a big'n. The boys are talking all things Rocky Horror, the cult-classic turned halloween phenomenon and boy did we enjoy this one! This has been recommended to us in the past and we only thought it right to cover this awesome movie as we get into Halloween season! Let us know what you think - @FirstTakePod on Twitter & Instagram. Like, share and review to help ya boys out, Ta x

Your favourite film podcast is back! And on this week's episode the gang are talking all things Alfred Hitchcock and how 1959 classic, North By Northwest. Connor suggested this film for Luke and Liam to give their first takes on and it's safe to say that it didn't disappoint - we all loved it! But what about this movie did we love exactly? Well for that, you'll have to listen. Like, share and subscribe to us on iTunes, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. It really helps us out. Until next week - ta! x

"If the rule you followed brought you to this..", thank god for that rule!! Welcome to First Take Film Club, the podcast where we give our first impressions of movies, from Nolan to Noir, Kubrick to Kurosawa we love, and cover them all! On this week's episode we're talking all things No Country For Old Men, the 2007, Oscar-winning, Neo-western from the legendary Coen brothers. This is a first take for both Liam and Luke and they've got some interesting opinions on this modern classic. Get involved, like and share - we've got a whole lot more coming your way. Ta x

Hello! Now, if you've listened to any previous episode of First Take you'll be well aware that Liam and Luke are massive Marvel fans, but we've decided to focus on their darker, DCEU cousins this week as the gang talk all things Wonder Woman (2017). This was a first take for both Connor and Luke and it's fair to say that some bold opinions were shared. Get involved, get sharing and if you've any thoughts on this awesome movie get in touch @FirstTakePod on Twitter & Instagram. Until next time x

Of all the film podcasts, on all the apps, in all the world boy oh boy are we glad you've chosen this one! 50 bloody episodes of First Take Film Club, and for a special landmark like that, it's only apt we discussed a film that is just as special. Thats right, on this week's episode we're discussing all things Casablanca, from Bogart to Bergman, Lighting to Laughter we pick apart what makes this film one of the most famous, and well-known movies of all time. It's been a real pleasure to bring this podcast to you lovely lot over the past year and a bit and your support has been nothing short of wonderful. Thanks for listening, thanks for sharing and thanks for making us here at First Take continually feel like we're doing something worthwhile. We're eternally grateful. Much love, Connor, Luke and Liam xx

Season 3 just keeps on rolling and on this week's episode of First Take, the boys are covering the latest mind-melting and genre-bending flick from Charlie Kaufman, I'm Thinking of Ending Things. This was a first take for all three of the boys, and it's safe to say it did not disappoint; ITOET is brimming with minute and intricate details that are desperate to be picked apart and analysed through multiple viewings - it's a must watch for all fans of Kaufman or movies that make you scratch your head and we hope that we did it justice. So, give us a listen, share us with your friends and let us know what you think @FirstTakePod on Twitter and Instagram, our DMs are open. Much love x

We're back baby!! Season 3 of First Take is here and we're back with an absolute belter! Christopher Nolan's latest, time-warping, genre-bending blockbuster, Tenet is here; signalling the much-awaited return of cinemas and more specifically, brand spanking new movies finally being released, we thought it would be perfect to launch the brand new season of First Take with a film as gargantuan as Tenet. Have you had a chance to catch Tenet yet? If so let us know what you think @FirstTakePod on Twitter and Instagram, our DMs are open. We're so excited to be back and hopefully you're just as excited too. We've missed ya x Like, subscribe and drop us a review if you've got a minute. Go on!

Hello and welcome to a very special episode of First Take Film Club; today Liam and Connor tackle the latest and greatest Spike Lee joint, Da 5 Bloods staring Chadwick Boseman, Delroy Lindo and Clarke Peters. We've patiently waited for a new movie from one of our favourites here at First Take, Spike Lee and it's safe to say that we weren't disappointed. So check out the movie, streaming now on Netflix, and then give this a listen, a rating on iTunes and share with your loved ones. Stay safe and stay tuned for a brand new episode dropping soon!

We continue on our trip down cinematic-spectacle lane as we touch on all things Harry Potter. Listen, review and share :)

First things first, if you're new here, welcome! But if you're familiar with us here at First Take, it'll come as no surprise that we bloody love all things Marvel and the MCU, so we decided that following the previous episode on Star Wars (check it out if you haven't, it's a good'n) it'd be best to discuss something we all love. So here you go. We hope you enjoy! :) PS: we're working on the audio quality but due to these gosh-darn coronavirus times, our normal standards are proving to be increasingly hard to maintain. Hopefully by the next episode we'll be sounding more familiar to you lovely lot x

May the fourth.. nah we're not going to do that joke, promise. Nevertheless, it is 'Star Wars Day' so we thought it would be fitting to talk about all things skywalker, storm-trooper and space in this spectacular episode of your mum's favourite film podcast. We hope you enjoy x

Welcome back! We're still in lockdown and chances are, so are you, so sit back (or stand, or run, or even bloody cartwheel) and enjoy us three blabbering idiots discussing one of the greatest to ever do it, Steven Allan Spielberg. As well as this, we muse on the recent movie news and discuss what's been keeping us sane for the past month or so... HINT: it's movies... Enjoy x

We're back! Albeit with a slightly new, and definitely-not-cynical outlook; as the government imposed lockdown continues, we just couldn't let any more weeks slip by without some fresh, First Take content for you lovely lot. On this episode we discuss how we've been coping with the lockdown, what movies we've been watching and even rank our top 3 Pixar movies. It should be noted that this was very much a trial for us, the audio quality isn't up to our usual standards but we're trying to rectify that for the next episode, which if all things work out, should be coming next week! So, we hope you enjoy and are staying safe! Much love from us here @FirstTakePod xx

Welcome to a sort-of new take from us at First Take, First Take Revisits. On this episode, the gang revisit a classic film we’ve all seen before, and discuss the delights & downfalls of one of the most heralded films in cinematic history, Steven Spielberg’s E.T. If you liked what you heard, share the pod, subscribe and leave us a 5* review! Also, let us know if you enjoyed this new format. Much love x

Hello and welcome back to First Take Film Club, on this episode we're hoping to ride on the coat-tails of (now) Oscar-winning director, Bong Joon-Ho as we discuss his English-language debut Snowpiercer as well as the cinematic phenomenon that is Parasite. Listen, review and share x

Hello, Hola, Konnichiwa! It's foreign film week on the pod this week and what a line-up of films we have for you! We've got Liam tackling Taika Waititi's sophomoric success Boy, Connor get's stuck into Guillermo Del Toro's fantastical Pan's Labyrinth and finally Luke unravels Hayao Miyazaki's Spirited Away. Honestly it's one of the best episodes we've done, you're in for a treat! PS: don't forget you can follow us on socials - @FirstTakePod on Twitter and Instagram.  Ta

Welcome back! On this epic episode of First Take we cover all things cool with Nicholas Winding-Refn's hit movie, Drive and get to grips with the debut feature of Olivia Wilde, Booksmart. As well as this, we recap the Oscars from last weekend and answer your questions! Enjoy x

We have two punch-drunk gems for you this week with our super Sandler special. On the 38th episode of First Take we tackle the great Paul Thomas Anderson's 'rom-com' Punch-Drunk Love and Benny and Josh Safdie's anxiety inducing Uncut Gems. We love Adam Sandler at First Take. Can not get enough of him. So we had a thought...why don't we take on two films that subvert the typical Sandler performance. We could not think of two better films to tackle and boy did we have a blast taking them on. Also on the pod this week, we cover the latest movie news, chat about what we've been watching and talk A LOT of rubbish. Enjoy x

Season 2 just keeps on rolling! On this wonderful episode of the podcast the boys discuss to bonafide indie-gems; starting with Shaun Baker's follow-up to Tangerine, The Florida Project, a beautiful and affecting piece of cinema centering around the lives of Moonie and her mother Halley whose lives will change forever over the course of one hot summer. In addition to this we're also offering you a taste of classic british indie cinema with Shane Meadow's seminal film, This is England, set in 1983 it explores the vibrant and at times vicious strands of sub-cultures that bled into one other during what can only be described as a tumultuous time in England's history. Listen, share and let us know what you think about these two incredible movies. Ta x

Hello! Welcome back to First Take Film Club, the podcast where we discuss our first impressions of a movie we’ve only just got round to watching! On this week’s episode, Connor talks all things Mid 90’s, Jonah Hill’s debut coming-of-age flick. While Luke chats about Sam Mendes’ one-shot, Oscar front runner, 1917! Like, subscribe, share and spread the love xx

As season 1 of First Take nears an end, we've got a jam-packed couple of episodes lined up for you lovely listeners, the first of which brings you three absolutely incredible films! Liam talks all things Leon, Luke gives his first take on Scorsese's Taxi Driver & Connor finally embraces rom-com's and gets stuck into When Harry Met Sally! What a week! Enjoy x

We're back baby! Season 2 is here and we've got two bloody beautiful films for you - Taiki Waititi's JoJo Rabbit and Noah Baumbach's Marriage Story - two Oscar-nominated gems that we loved discussing as much as we did watching them. Plus, expect some Oscar chat and a brief recap of the latest movie news. It's good to be back... Hope you enjoy x

It's Christmaaaaas! (Well, kind of). Hello and welcome to the First Take Christmas Special! It's the final episode of season one and we thought we'd leave you with a cheery, upbeat episode to tide you over until the new year. Connor covers the eighties classic, National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation, Luke talks all things It's A Wonderful Life and Liam gets stuck into A Muppet Christmas Carol. Not to mention, the gang answer your questions and cover some of the most recent movie news.  It may be the final episode of the season but never fear, we have 2 bonus episodes coming out over Christmas which include our end of year and end of decade specials; will Connor include Blade Runner: 2049, just how far up Liam's top 10 list will Avengers: Endgame sit? Tune in over the coming week to find out.  Finally,  we'd just like to say thanks for the constant support - we love doing this podcast, we hope you love listing and keep your eyes peeled some exciting, new avenues to be explored at First Take.  Much Love. xxx

At long last, it is done, our Lord of the Rings binge is over. In the final third of Luke's first take on the now iconic trilogy, the boys discuss all things Return of the King; giving their favourite moments, stand-out characters and sum up the entire trilogy as a whole. There's also a plethora of general movie news and your questions are answered! It was a blast to revisit these cinematic gems and we hope you enjoy! Ta x

Welcome back to the second installment in what is quickly becoming a massive trilogy, yes that's right First Take x Lord of the Rings. On this episode the gang cover Connor's favourite of the trilogy, The Two Towers; expect lots of mispronounced names, shockingly poor memories and a general lack of knowledge but hey, we're not experts! There is also a plethora of movie news to discuss and the boys answer some of your questions. It was a boss episode! We hope you enjoy! xxx

Hello and welcome to the final part of our coverage of the Liverpool Film Festival in conjunction with Explore Liverpool & @YaGalsOnFilm. In this special episode, the gang describe their experiences at the festival, talking all things features, shorts and QnA panels. We had an incredible time covering the festival and would like to give a special mention to Donna at Explore Liverpool for helping us get involved, it truly was a blast! Here's to next year!

"One does not simply walk into Mordor" Hello and welcome back! On this fantastical edition of First Take, we embark on a journey through Middle Earth as we tackle the first part of the gargantuan trilogy: The Lord of The Rings.  After 24 episodes of First Take, one of the pod boys made an incredible discovery...they'd never seen The Lord of the Rings before! So over the next two months leading to Christmas we are going to be releasing the other two films in the trilogy as well. How exciting.  As ever, the trio will be rummaging through the latest movie news as well as talking you through some of the exciting things to come in the future.  So why not come on an unexpected journey and delve back into Tolkein's treasured Middle Earth! 

Hello! Welcome back to an especially spooky episode of your da's favourite podcast; this week Luke recounts the spectacularly shlocky indie horror The Evil Dead, Liam tackles Spielberg's (we all know it was actually him) Poltergeist & Connor gets into the Halloween spirit by watching the now-iconic Scream. As well as this, the boys talk over the latest film news and chat about the upcoming Liverpool Film Festival. This was genuinely one of the most fun episodes we've recorded and we hope you enjoy it as much as we did! Like, share & get involved x

Hello! Welcome to a new venture for the boys at First Take and do we have something exciting for you lovely listeners! In an exciting turn of events we, along with @YaGalsOnFilm are covering this year's Liverpool Film Festival in conjunction with the fantastic people at Explore Liverpool. This episode is a brief breakdown of what's to come at the festival, as we give you our thoughts on the films (be they feature, documentary or shorts) that have caught our eye. So, if you haven't checked out the line-up, what are you waiting for! Give it a google, watch the trailers and then listen to our coverage of what's to come. Who knows, we might even see you there! Oh! And don't forget to follow us @FirstTakePod for our instant reactions. Ta, hope you enjoy!

Hello and welcome back to First Take Talks - the spin off show from the normal pod, were the guys discuss any topic related to their favourite thing - movies! On this particular episode, Connor and Liam talk all things directors; covering Lynne Ramsay, Francis Ford Coppola and Spike Lee to name just a few. This episode was recorded a couple of months ago when Luke wasn't available,  so if you hear Liam try to disavow Paul Thomas Anderson, that's why. Expect some jovial film chat, bad jokes and irreverent nattering. Plus, don't forget to keep your eye out for our Halloween episode dropping next week! Hope you  enjoy!

Welcome back to First Take! On this special episode of the podcast the gang tackle a tiny little film you may or may not have heard about - Joker. This film has proved to be quite controversial; following it's victorious reception at Venice Film Festival there have been a number of hot, cold, measured and divisive takes on this film, so we thought it best to give our first impressions and dissect it as best as possible. Be warned, there are going to be SPOILERS, and lots of 'em - so if you haven't watched this movie yet, give it a watch, form your own opinions and then maybe listen to ours? You'll definitely want to hear some of the gang's thoughts on what some people have being labelling a modern masterpiece (spoiler #1 - it wasn't Liam!) Get in touch at: Twitter - @FirstTakePod Instagram - @FirstTakePod Facebook - First Take Film Club Email - www.firsttakefilmclub.com

First Take encountering audio problems? Never! Okay, so we may have lost the opening of the podcast but never fear; that just means you missed out on Connor's awkward introduction, and I think we can all agree that is for the best. On this weeks pod, the gang talk all things Indie - Luke chats about Little Miss Sunshine, Connor gets into Wes Anderson's Rushmore and Liam gives his first impressions of the Oscar-winning Juno! It's a great episode.  Hope you enjoy!

So six months of First Take then, eh? On this episode Luke gives his first take on the acclaimed comedy Bridesmaids, Connor talks all things Jurassic World and Liam tackles Paul Thomas Anderson's 2007 Masterpiece There Will Be Blood, for our 50th film! But that's not all, the gang answer your questions and talk through some of this weeks movie news. It's a boss episode if we say so ourselves, and we do. Get involved! Got any questions for the boys? Hit us up @FirstTakePod on Twitter & Instagram, or search First Take Film Club on Facebook to find us. All questions, feedback and dog pictures welcomed Ta x

Oh boy, are you in for a treat... On episode 20 of First Take, Liam recounts his impressions of Alfred Hitchcock's infamous Psycho, Connor discusses the 90s-classic The Truman Show & Luke talks all things Goodfellas! But that's not all, there's also a plethora of movie news to sink your teeth into, plus the gang answer your questions! It really doesn't get much better than this, so check it out! Leave us a review, share us with your pals and we hope you enjoy. Now go get you're f**king shine box! PS: If you'd like to get in touch with the gang, you kind find us @FirstTakePod on Twitter & Instagram, search First Take Film Club to find us on Facebook or email us at firsttakefilmclub@gmail.com. Kind words, criticism and recommendations are always welcomed.