Popcorn And Soda Starring Tallal Azim

Star Joe Taslim (The Raid, Mortal Kombat) Joins the show to discuss the upcoming release of the film " The Furious" . We chat about the grand scale of the film, Martial Arts, The action, Story and the Legacy of " The Raid" "The Furious" in Theatres June 12, 2026Follow Popcorn and Soda:Instagram:   / tallalazim  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6P4GrVA...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-po...IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14857450/

Actress Samara Weaving joins the show to discuss her upcoming release "Carolina Caroline" (2026). We discuss morality of her character, small town country setting, On set Vibes, Working with David Corenswet on "Hollywood" and Super hero roles!"Carolina Caroline" in Theatres Starting June 5th, 2026Follow Popcorn and Soda:Instagram:   / tallalazim  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6P4GrVA...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-po...IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14857450/

Academy Award Winner Riz Ahmed discusses HAMLET (2026). We chat about the South Asian Re-imagining of the story, Shakespeare's poetry in the modern world & Pakistani Culture in the artsHAMLET in Theatres April 10th, 2026Follow Popcorn and Soda:Instagram:   / tallalazim  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6P4GrVA...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-po...IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14857450/

Academy Award Winner Jessica Chastain joins the show to discuss her latest release " DREAMS" (2026) We discuss her prep for this intense role, Wardrobe and style of her character, The Meaning of the title, Legacy of the "It" Franchise and more! "Dreams" In Theaters February 27th, 2026Follow Popcorn and Soda:Instagram:   / tallalazim  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6P4GrVA...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-po...IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14857450/

Actor Justin Chatwin joins the show to discuss " The Roaring Game" (2026) Justin discusses his love of the comedy genre, His role as Troy, Becoming the Villainous Hockey bro, Curling, Dragon Ball, Crazy Cartel story and more!"The Roaring Game" Is now available to stream on VODFollow Popcorn and Soda:Instagram:   / tallalazim  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6P4GrVA...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-po...IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14857450/

Dracula (2026) Stars Caleb Landry Jones and Zoe Bleu join the show to discuss the reimagining of this iconic lore! Dracula In Theaters February 6, 2026Follow Popcorn and Soda:Instagram:   / tallalazim  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6P4GrVA...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-po...IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14857450/

Actor Brenton Thwaites joins the show to discuss " We Bury The Dead" We discuss Brenton's connection to his character Clay, The Deep personal story within the movie, Shooting the film in Australia , Brenton's Music, Titans, DCU and more!Follow Popcorn and Soda:Instagram:   / tallalazim  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6P4GrVA...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-po...IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14857450/

The Star of " We Bury The Dead" Daisy Ridley joins the show to discuss the upcoming Zombie Flick! We discuss Daisy's approach to the genre, The Deep personal story within the movie, Shooting the film in Australia , Key Scenes, Grief , Star Wars and more!Follow Popcorn and Soda:Instagram:   / tallalazim  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6P4GrVA...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-po...IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14857450/

Claire Danes and Matthew Rhys discuss Netflix's Latest TV Thriller " The Beast in Me " Streaming November 13th. Follow Popcorn and Soda:Instagram:   / tallalazim  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6P4GrVA...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-po...IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14857450/

Actors Michael Shannon & Matthew Macfadyen discuss Netflix's Latest political thriller " Death by Lightning" Releasing November 6th. Michael Shannon discusses portraying James Garfield the 20th President of the United States, Matthew Macfadyen discusses the process of bringing Charles Guiteau to the screen and more! Follow Popcorn and Soda:Instagram:   / tallalazim  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6P4GrVA...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-po...IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14857450/

Actor Brandon Routh ( Superman Returns) discusses his upcoming Rom-Com "Out of Order" which won the Audience Award at the Chelsea Film Festival 2025! We discuss playing the Dual Characters of John & Jack, Inspiration from Past roles, Reuniting with Superman Co-star Sam Huntington in the film, Comedy, Scott Pilgrim Vs The World and more!Follow Popcorn and Soda:Instagram:   / tallalazim   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6P4GrVA...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-po...IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14857450/

Actress Katee Sackhoff Discusses her Latest Film "Fight of Flight". We discuss her role, the inspiration of the script, Working with Josh Hartnett, 80's & 90's Action movie Vibe of the film and more!"Fight or Flight" in Theatres May 9th, 2025Follow Popcorn and Soda:Instagram:   / tallalazim   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6P4GrVA...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-po...IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14857450/

Actress Isabelle Fuhrman & Director Andy Tennant join the show to discuss their latest film " UNIT 234". We discuss working in a real Storage Faciality, working with Don Johnson and Jack Huston, Night Shoots and more!"Unit 234" Streams on Digital/VOD May 9,2025Follow Popcorn and Soda:Instagram:   / tallalazim   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6P4GrVA...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-po...IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14857450/Ask

Actress Emily Bett Rickards joins the show to discuss the Canadian release of her latest Film " The Queen of The Ring". The film Depicts the life of legendary Woman Pro Wrestler Mildred Burke. We discuss how Emily was introduced to Mildred's story, Her Training Camp for the role, The World of Pro wrestling, Stephen Amell, Wrestling a match, Felicity Smoak in Arrow, DCU and more!For Showtimes and more Info Please Visit:https://www.queenofthering.movieFollow Popcorn and Soda:Instagram:   / tallalazim  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6P4GrVA...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-po...IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14857450/Ask

Director Dominique Leclerc Joins the show to discus her film " POSTHUMANS" an NFB Production . We discuss Dominique's personal connection to the topic, The Transhumanist movement, Bio Hacking our Bodies, The Ethics behind it, Human Longevity , National Film Board of Canada and more! “Posthumans" is a National Film Board of Canada production, now available for free streaming across Canada in English or French on nfb.caFootage Provided Courtesy of the National Film Board of Canada.Streaming link (English): (88 min) https://www.nfb.ca/film/posthumans/ Follow Popcorn and Soda:Instagram:   / tallalazim  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6P4GrVA...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-po...IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14857450/

Director Samir Oliveros Joins the Show to Discuss the upcoming release of his film " The Luckiest Man in America" starring Paul Walter Hauser. We discuss The True events of this film, Working with Paul Walter Hauser & Walton Goggins, Recreating the "Press your Luck" set, The Character of Michael Larsen and More!Follow Popcorn and Soda:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tallalazim/?hl=enSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6P4GrVA...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-po...IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14857450/Ask

Director Naomi Jaye Joins the show to discuss the release of her upcoming film "Darkest Miriam". Darkest Miriam will be playing on the Opening Night of the Canadian Film Fest 2025! The Canadian Film Fest runs form March 24-29th, 2025Festival Information & Tickets:https://www.canfilmfest.ca

Actor and Pop Culture Icon James Marsters joins the show to discuss his upcoming appearance at Toronto Comic Con March 15-16 2025! We discuss James's love of Fan expos, Helping to Build a community for Pop culture Fans, Playing Brainiac on SMALLVILLE, Tom Welling, His disappointment in Dragon Ball Evolution, If its time for a Dragon Ball Z Live Reaction Reboot, Michelle Trachtenberg, Buffy The Vampire Slayer and more!Toronto Comic Con Tickets:https://fanexpohq.com/comicontoronto/...Follow Popcorn and Soda:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6P4GrVA...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-po...IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14857450/Ask

Director & Actor Markian Tarasiuk Joins the show to Discuss all things the Horror- Found Footage Documentary "Hunting Matthew Nichols" We discuss Markian's love of Horror, The Found Footage Genre, The Idea behind the film, The production of the film, The Blair Witch Project, First Reactions, The Ending and more!For More Information Please visit:https://www.huntingmatthewnichols.com/Follow Popcorn and Soda:Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/tallalazim/?hl=enSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6P4GrVA...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-po...IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14857450/

An in-depth look into my Hits and (Misses) of the Toronto International Film Festival 2024

Canadian Film & Tv Star Andrew Phung Joins the show to discuss the "Toronto Reel Asian International Film Festival". We discuss Andrews projects including "Lucky Star" and "So you think you can pitch?" The importance of this festival, diversity in Canada and so much more! For More information , Please visit reelasisan.com

Actres Nykiya Adams discusses all things Mubi's "BIRD". We discuss working with Barry Keoghan, Director Andrea Arnold, Her experience at the Toronto International Film Festival and More!

Actor Connor Storrie Joins the show to discuss all things his Role as "The Arkham Inmate" in Joker: Folie a Deux . We discuss Connor's Audition process, Meeting Todd Philips , Working with Joaquin Phoenix, Who his character really is, The BIG Reveal, Stories from Set, The Ending, Heath Ledger Fan theories and more! DISCLAIMER: Spoilers from Joker: Folie a Deux are discussed in this podcast.

Actor Carlos Diehz joins the show to discuss all things "Conclave" Directed by Academy Award Winner Edward Berger. We discuss Carlos's role as Cardinal Benitez, Acting along side Ralph Fiennes, Filming in Rome, The Universal appeal of this story, Conclave being his first feature film and more!

Director Kenichi Ugana joins the show to discuss all things "The Gesuidouz" at the Toronto International Film Festival 2024. We discuss The origin of the film, The Cast, Director Ugana's unique style, Rock n Roll influence, Toronto and more!

Actress Annalise Basso joins the show to discuss all things the Tiff 24' Peoples Choice Award Winning film " The Life of Chuck" We discuss Annalise's history of collaborations with Director Mike Flannagan, Her Role of Janice, Working alongside Tom Hiddleston , The Epic Dance Scene, Her experience at Tiff and more!

Director Tarsem Singh joins the show to discuss the upcoming 4K re-release of his classic " The Fall (2006) " on MUBI in Canada September 27,2024. We Discuss the process of the 4K restoration, re-watching the film after nearly a decade, His time filming, Lee Pace and the importance of platforms like MUBI for independent and international film!

One of the best time of the year for movie releases is here! Tallal breaks down and reviews his favorite films of the summer so far, biggest disappointments and More!

Director D.W Waterson joins us to discuss the upcoming release of the Cheerleading Film "Backspot" (2024) . We Discuss D.W's interest in the sport of cheerleading, Devery Jacobs playing the Lead, Evan Rachel Wood as Coach Eileen , Toronto and More!

Producer and Co-Writer Spike Feresten joins us to discuss the upcoming release of the Netflix comedy "Unfrosted" (2024). " Unfrosted" stars and is directed by Jerry Seinfeld.

Director Damian Hurley and Star Elizabeth Hurley join the show to discuss all things "Strictly Confidential" (2024). We discuss Damian writing and Directing his Debut Feature, Directing his Mother, Elizabeth starring in the film, Elizabeth's thoughts on Austin Powers 4 and more!

Director Alexandre O. Philippe joins the show to discuss all things his new Documentary " William Shatner: You Can Call Me Bill" (2024)

Director Zarrar Kahn joins the show to discuss all things the acclaimed Pakistani film "In Flames" (2024). We discuss Zarrar's Direction of the film, The city of Karachi, The identity of Maryam, Pakistani Cinema and more!

Actor Tzi Ma joins the show to discuss all things the Romantic Comedy" Five Blind Dates" (2024) We discuss Tzi's start in the industry, What attracted him to the film, Working with a largely Asian Cast, Director Shawn Seet, Shooting in Australia, State of Diversity in the industry, Rush Hour and so much more!

The Creatives behind the latest Daisy Ridley led film , Director Rachel Lambert and Actor Dave Merheje discuss all things " Sometimes I think about dying" (2024) We discuss Rachel's style of directing, Crafting a unique artistic look of the film, Dave Co-starring with Daisy, The importance of Mental Health in film and so much more!

Actress Supinder Wraich joins the show to discuss all things CBC's Latest Crime Drama " Allegiance" Premiering February 7th on CBC and CBC Gem. We discuss Supinder's start in the industry, Being the Lead of "Allegiance", Her role as Officer Sabrina Sohal, South Asian Representation and so much more!

Executive Producer Neil deGrasse Tyson and Academy Award Nominated Director Scott Hamilton Kennedy Join the Show to discuss their latest project " Shot in the Arm" (2023). A film that tackles the question of Medical Scientific Advancements in Correlation with human nature during and post Pandemic.

Actor Charles Baker of the Emmy Award Winning "Breaking Bad" joins the show to discuss all things his character Skinny Pete! We discuss Charles's start in the industry, the role of the arts in the pandemic, Auditioning for Breaking Bad, Vince Gilligan, Chemistry with Aaron Paul and Matt Jones, The Finale, Returning for El Camino, The Power of Streaming and so much More!

Actor Kevin J. O'Connor of the pop culture classic " The Mummy" Starring Brendan Fraser joins the show to discuss all things his character Beni! We discuss Kevin's love of the creative arts, Breaking into Hollywood, Deep Dive into all things "The Mummy", The Production, Creating Beni, comedic relief, Working with Brendan Fraser, Director Stephen Sommers, The Cast, Memories from set, Everlasting Legacy of the movie, Streaming, His favorite movies and so much More!

Actor Byron Mann Joins the show to discuss all things his latest film "The Modelizer". We discuss what inspired this film, Byron writing, producing and starring in the film, Shooting it all in Hong Kong during The Pandemic, Strict work out routine for the role, The film being inspired by true events and discuss his role as RYU in the cult Classic " Street Fighter: The Movie" and so much more!

Actor Matthew Edison Joins the show to discuss all things his character Cameron Coleman on Prime Video's " The Boys" . We discuss Matthews start in the creative arts, working during the start of the pandemic, Differences between the Canadian and American Film/TV industry, Being Cast as Cameron Coleman on "The Boys", Who is the character based on? His scenes with Antony Starr ( Homelander) and so much more!

Actress Aliza Vellani Joins the show to discuss all things her character Rani Singh on the hit Netflix TV show " Sweet Tooth" which is now Streaming its second season! We discuss filming season 2 under pandemic restrictions, the evolution of her character Rani Singh, working along side her on screen husband Adeel Akhtar, the beauty of a show like " Sweet Tooth", The cast, season 3? her South Asian roots and how that influenced her career and so much more!

BAFTA award nominated Creative Artist Danielle Bisutti Joins the show to discus all things her role as Freya in Sony Playstation's " GOD OF WAR" franchise! We discuss her start in the industry, the effect of the pandemic on the arts, working in all types of acting, being cast as Freya in Playstation's "God of War" motion capturing, voice acting along side an amazing cast, God of War Amazon Prime tv show and so much more!

Actress Melora Hardin Joins the show to discus all things her recent projects! We discuss her latest Horror Film "Clock" now streaming on Hulu, What attracted her to the project, working along side Dianna Agron, Her passion project " Storyboards by Melora Hardin", The inspiration to starting her own line of wall papers, love of art, We deep dive into all things The Office and her character of Jan Levinson, her love of the character, Dinner Party episode, Reboot? We further dive into her being originally cast as Jennifer Parker in the Iconic Film " Back to the Future" and why ultimately she never got to shoot the film and so much more!

It's Morphin Time! David Yost, The Original Blue Power Ranger discusses the things "Mighty Morphin Power Rangers : Once and Always" Netflix's 30th year anniversary special! We discuss how the reunion came together, first day on set, working with Original cast member Walter Jones, Mature subject matter of the story, wearing the costume again, Sequel Series?, Why we don't see other OG Rangers and so much more!

Canadian Creative Artist Tanner Zipchen joins the show to discuss all things Entertainment! We chat about Tanner's love of Films, Jurassic Park, Growing up in Saskatoon, Becoming the Host of Cineplex Theatres Pre-Show, His Favorite Celebrity Interviews, Acting, Canadian Film & Television industry and so much more!

Actress Karen Grassle from the classic Hit tv show " Little House on the Prairie" Joins the show to discuss all things starting in the entertainment industry, Auditioning for Caroline Ingalls, Her complex relationship with star Michael Landon, the cast, Favorite Episodes, legacy of the show , Her autobiography and so much more!

Pakistani Superstar Mehwish Hayat Joins the show to discuss all things her career! We chat about Life during the pandemic, Growing up in Show Biz, Becoming an actress, The Stigma attached to the creative arts in Pakistani Culture, Our Love of Food, The current State of the Pakistani Film Industry, Her Role in Ms.Marvel, Transitioning to Hollywood roles, An Honest & Heartfelt conversation about dealing with Stardom in the age of social media and so much more!

Actress Kate Flannery Joins the show to discus all things her role as Meredith Palmer in the Pop Culture Hit " The Office" .We chat about Kate's start in the industry, Landing the role of Meredith Palmer, Why Meredith is one of the most honest characters on the show, Her special bond with her cast mates, How the show changed her life, Was Michael Scott a good boss? Why she doesn't think a reunion series would work, Her upcoming Holiday Tour with Jane Lynch and so much more!

Rising Star Chaydon Jay Joins the show to discus all things his role as Young ELVIS in Baz Luhrmann's "ELVIS" Starring Austin Butler and Tom Hanks. We chat about Chaydon's start in the industry, Growing up in Australia, His love of cinema, The audition process of being cast as Young ELVIS, How much did he know about Elvis prior to the shoot? The phone call from Baz telling him he landed the role, His scenes in the film, Dance moves, Meeting Austin Butler for the First time, Shooting during the pandemic, His first reaction to the film, Our Shared Love of the Joker and so much more!

Actress Helen Thomson Joins the show to discus all things her role as ELVIS Presley's Mother, Gladys Presley in Baz Luhrmann's "ELVIS" Starring Austin Butler and Tom Hanks. We discuss Helen's start in the industry, growing up on the country side in Australia, being cast as Gladys Presley, Researching for the role, working with Director Baz Luhrmann, Her instant chemistry with Star Austin Butler, The crazy performance scenes, shooting during the pandemic, her first reaction to the film and so much more!