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Leather, longing and love that doesn't fit the mould. This week on Geeks Out, Tamzyn goes solo (with a little buzz by the fabulous ADZ) to review Pillion, the new romantic drama starring Alexander Skarsgård and Harry Melling, directed by Harry Lighton and adapted from the novel Box Hill. Premiering at Cannes to strong critical response, Pillion explores vulnerability, power and identity within a queer biker subculture — not as spectacle, but as deeply human connection. Is it slow? Yes.Is it intimate? Absolutely.Is it for everyone? Probably not. But if you're open to expanding your mind and heart, this is a film worth sitting with. LISTEN NOW! The post Pillion – Love Outside the Mould appeared first on Geeks OUT.

In her Barbie heart song, Billie Eilish asks ‘What was I made for?’, and in this ep Clayton and Miranda talk about who queer media is made for? With the popularity of Heated Rivalry, a public debate has opened up about who the intended audience of the show is, going as far as to exclude gay men and other queer people from the conversation because they are not the intended audience. Cishet straight women have found male and male love and sex appealing in literature and even have become the authors of its existence. While it is great that some positive queer media has made headlines, there is still a conversation to be had. The post Who is Queer Media Made For? appeared first on Geeks OUT.

This week Tamzyn, Miranda and Clayton dive into Wonder Man, the latest entry into the ever-expanding Marvel TV universe. Tamzyn wasn't sold after the first two episodes. It felt slow. A little directionless. Not quite sure what it wanted to be. But then… it found its footing. In this episode: • The surprisingly endearing lead and co-lead dynamic• Why the early episodes feel unfocused• The origin story payoff — was it worth the wait?• The Doorman episode — fun detour or flow killer?• Marvel fatigue vs Marvel reinvention• Bingeing it in two blocks vs watching week to week• That ending — satisfying or just setting up Season 2?• And of course… what superpower would Tamzyn actually want? It's not top-tier Marvel. It's not a disaster either. It's somewhere in that interesting middle ground — and maybe that's okay.

Tamzyn, Clayton and Miranda dive into Dust Bunny, a visually stunning and quietly unsettling film starring Mads Mikkelsen. It's poetic. It's eerie. It's unexpectedly tender.And yes — we talk about the chicken with the lightbulb. In this episode: • That breathtaking cinematography• Mads Mikkelsen doing what he does best — intensity with restraint• The child performance that anchors the film• First-time director nerves or confident vision?• The symbolism layered through seemingly simple moments• Why it feels like a modern fairy tale for adults• Audience reactions — divided but intrigued• That ending and what it really means A slow burn that rewards patience… if you're willing to lean in.

Back in December, we sat down with the cast and director of Bev & Myrt to unpack what this gloriously queer stage show was all about. (click here after for that) Then we went to see it live as part of the Midsumma Festival season. There's something powerful about hearing artists speak about their intentions — the comedy, the vulnerability, the chaos — and then watching it unfold on stage in front of a real audience. Did it land the way they described?Did knowing the backstory change the experience?And how does queer theatre hit differently when it's live, intimate, and very Melbourne? In this episode: • Revisiting our December interview with the creatives behind Bev & Myrt• The live theatre energy — unpredictable, electric, communal• Performances that feel bigger (and braver) on stage• Queer storytelling at Midsumma and why it matters• What surprised us most once we saw it for ourselves• Did it live up to the promise? It's funny. It's heartfelt. It's a little chaotic in the best possible way. And it's exactly why we love covering local queer theatre on Geeks Out.

This week on Geeks Out, Tamzyn and Clayton unpack Send Help — the horror film critics seemed to love… but did it actually land? Tamzyn really wanted to love this one. Instead, she left feeling conflicted, uncomfortable, and not entirely sure who she was supposed to be rooting for. Is that clever storytelling… or a tonal misfire? In this episode: • Why critics praised its boldness and tension• The power dynamics between boss and employee• When feminist horror feels… murky• That uneasy “who do I like?” problem• The tonal tightrope between satire and psychological thriller• Did it subvert expectations — or just confuse them?• Why it left Tamzyn cold while others raved Sometimes a film works on paper but not in your gut. This one sparked debate.

Tamzyn and Clayton talk about the Australian Film Imagine, which made it’s debut at the Melbourne International Film Festival. The film is having a limited screening on Monday, the 26th of January. You can check the website later for future screenings. About the Film Australian writers, directors and systems change-makers Jack Manning Bancroft and Tyson Yunkaporta's pioneering new animated feature film Imagine heads into cinemas nationwide for very special event screenings on January 26, to get Australia to imagine a different reality to start the year with. Instead of ‘Australia / Survival Day’ being a day of division, can we imagine a way to bring folks together and meet in the middle? A film like no other, Imagine is a ground-breaking, co-created animated film blending Indigenous knowledge with innovative storytelling and technology. Following 15-year-old Kim and their alien canine companion Jeff, the story explores identity, freedom and a world on the brink of collapse. Created during the pandemic through a live Google Doc, Imagine began in a true sense of collaboration on IMAGI-NATION {TV}, with over 150 young people, 18 partner schools and more than 200 guests from across 17 countries contributing to the script via the live audience.  The post Global Storytelling with an Aboriginal Heart: Imagine appeared first on Geeks OUT.

Someone once said, “Knowledge is knowing that Frankenstein is not the monster. Wisdom is knowing that Frankenstein is the monster,” and the legendary Guillermo del Toro once again explores these themes with his take on the famous tale. Tamzyn and Clayton give their thoughts on the latest creature feature. The post Who is the Monster? Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein appeared first on Geeks OUT.

Tamzyn and Clayton talk about their most anticipated movies and TV shows that did not make last week’s show. The post Still Prognosticating 2026 appeared first on Geeks OUT.

Tamzyn looks at the Geek winners of the Golden Globes. The post …and the winner is: Golden Globes 2026 appeared first on Geeks OUT.

The team discusses the upcoming TV shows that they are looking forward to in 2026. The post Prognosticating 2026 TV appeared first on Geeks OUT.

The breaks out the crystal ball to look into the future of Movies for the upcoming year. With Sci fi and Horror at the forefront, some of the films have a very short wait time, with them hitting cinemas very soon and while you are the movies remember, Good Luck, Have Fun and Don’t Die. The post Prognosticating 2026 Movies appeared first on Geeks OUT.

From slow-burn sci-fi to bold franchise expansions, the Geeks Out crew revisit the TV shows that defined our 2025 viewing. We dig into the series that sparked big conversations, took creative risks, and trusted their audiences to lean in. These are the shows we argued about, recommended endlessly, and kept thinking about between episodes. If you're looking for thoughtful genre TV worth your time, this is where to start. LISTEN NOW! The post Best of 2025 – The TV Shows We Couldn't Shake appeared first on Geeks OUT.

The Geeks Out crew look back at the films that defined 2025 for us — from unanimous favourites to the movies that genuinely surprised us. We talk smart horror, emotional sci-fi, unexpected blockbusters and smaller films that packed a bigger punch than we expected. These are the movies that stuck with us, sparked debate, and stayed in our heads long after the cinema lights came up. No rankings, no spoilers — just passionate chat about what worked and why these films mattered to us. LISTEN NOW! The post Best of 2025 – The Movies That Hit Hard appeared first on Geeks OUT.

Common Side Effects feels like an unexpected mash-up of dry suburban comedy and sharp scientific curiosity. It leans into real scientific concepts without dumbing them down, wrapped in animation that's deceptively casual. Clever, strange, and quietly biting — the kind of show that makes you laugh first, then think about it later. LISTEN to TAMZYN and MIRANDA – Dave and Sue this one out!!! who is believing this more! The post Common Side Effects – Science, Satire, and Side-Eye appeared first on Geeks OUT.

A rare treat for Geeks Out — a live sci-fi stage show! We chat with the creative team behind Bev and Myrt and the Scrolling of Doom, a joyful, sharp, and slightly unhinged celebration of queer elders, low-budget sci-fi, and modern tech anxiety. It's smart, silly, and deeply affectionate — with aliens, Melbourne, and doom-scrolling all rolled into one. LISTEN to Miranda and Tamzyn chat with lovely crew from Bev and Myrt! The post Bev and Myrt – Queer Elders, Aliens, and AI Panic appeared first on Geeks OUT.

Horror Review with Miranda – After revisiting the painfully rough first 30 minutes of the 1984 original, expectations were… low. But Silent Night, Deadly Night has genuinely surprised horror audiences. It's sharper, more self-aware, and understands exactly what kind of cult energy it's playing with. Still messy, still mean — but this time, intentionally so. Listen to Mirandas review now The post Silent Night, Deadly Night (2025) appeared first on Geeks OUT.

This week on Geeks Out, Tamzyn goes solo to review Anaconda — the gloriously dumb, self-aware reboot starring Paul Rudd and Jack Black. It's a movie about making a movie about Anaconda, and it absolutely knows it. Expect giant snake idiocy, meta humour, surprise guest appearances (no spoilers), and the kind of “leave your brain at the door” fun that reminds us why popcorn movies exist in the first place. Tamzyn also shares what it was like watching the film with “little Jase” on his very first Geeks Out cinema outing, dives into the surprisingly Australian filming locations, chats about the playful soundtrack, and explains why — yes — you should definitely stay through the credits.

Rental Family plays in that quiet, emotional space between chosen family and emotional convenience. What starts as a slightly uncomfortable premise slowly becomes a thoughtful exploration of loneliness, connection, and the things we're willing to pay for when life feels empty. It's gentle, reflective, and sneaks up on you when you least expect it — not flashy, but emotionally precise. Listen to Tamzyn review maybe one of her Favs of 2025 The post Rental Family – Found Family, With a Receipt appeared first on Geeks OUT.

Eternity is visually elegant and quietly confident, with a subtle, almost storybook rhythm that suits its big themes beautifully. It plays with ideas of time, love, and permanence without becoming heavy-handed, and just when you think you know where it's heading, it politely sidesteps expectations. Warm, inclusive, and surprisingly funny in places — a real heart-warmer. Listen to Tamzyn review The post Eternity – A Gentle Existential Hug appeared first on Geeks OUT.

Apple TV+ is on fire, and Pluribus might be its most thought-provoking series yet. Miranda dissects the hive-mind themes, the racial commentary, the illusion of independence, and the show's commentary on AI and collective labour. Tamzyn falls down the “would I join the collective?” rabbit hole — torn between terror and the warm fuzzy vibes. Clayton breaks down why Carol is the perfect unlikeable protagonist and why consent sits at the heart of the entire story. High-concept, unsettling, and addictive. LISTEN NOW The post Pluribus – Hive Minds, Happiness & the End of Individuality appeared first on Geeks OUT.

Osgood Perkins is back with Keeper, a voyeuristic, dream-logic cabin-in-the-woods journey that leaves you whispering “WTF” in the best (and strangest) way. Miranda digs into the atmosphere and thematic layers while acknowledging the intentional lack of character grounding. Clayton unpacks the tight, unsettling camerawork and the brilliance of Tatiana Maslany's layered performance. This is indie horror at its most ambiguous — where you make your own meaning, or wander lost in the fog. LISTEN NOW The post Keeper – Lynchian Vibes, Cabin Terror & What Did We Just Watch? appeared first on Geeks OUT.

Miranda sits down with director Kylie Aoibheann to dive into her short film The Dysphoria — a visceral, bold and deeply personal piece exploring trans experience through horror. We talk themes, visual language, identity, and how the film balances discomfort, and truth. From production insights to creative process to the emotional core of the story, this is a conversation about art, autonomy, and representation. LISTEN NOW.. The post Talking ‘The Dysphoria' – Body, Horror & Trans Experience with Director Kylie Aoibheann appeared first on Geeks OUT.

Season 4 of The Witcher has arrived — and it's less “Geralt's story” and more “Geralt's extended chaotic family adventure”. Miranda dives into the book/show differences, Ciri's evolution, and why the series still scratches that original GOT itch. Tamzyn talks through Liam Hemsworth stepping into the White Wolf's boots, the emotional arcs, and why the show feels like two travelling parties desperately missing each other. …world-building and pacing. Magic, war, queer love stories — we cover it all. LISTEN NOW… The post The Witcher S4 – Friends, Family & a New Geralt appeared first on Geeks OUT.

Filmed in OZ this horror steps into the spotlight with Diabolic, and we're here for the creepy LDS-infused dread. Miranda found herself haunted by the real-world religious practices under the surface, while Tamzyn breaks down why the “true story” angle works… until it doesn't. Clayton unpacks the queer themes, the pacing problems, and the standout performances from Elizabeth Cullen and Genevieve Mooy. It's atmospheric, unsettling, and maybe 30 minutes too long — but is it worth the watch? We discuss. LISTEN NOW The post Diabolic – filmed in OZ Horror, Faith Trauma & Possession Slow Burn appeared first on Geeks OUT.

This week on GEEKS OUT we dive into Predator: Badlands — the loud, wild new franchise entry that has fans split right down the middle. Miranda calls it the Predator film people feared Disney would make, while Tamzyn and Clayton were living for the IMAX chaos, creature reveals and unexpected heart. We unpack the Yautja glow-up, the android duo, space-bully revenge arcs, and whether this bold tone shift pays off. From practical effects to new monster lore — we've got thoughts. Big ones. LISTEN NOW The post Predator: Badlands – Found Family, New Monsters & Space Bullies appeared first on Geeks OUT.

Miranda and Clayton talk about the Japanese dystopian drama, Happyend, in cinemas after a run at MIFF. The post I Spy: A Happyend Review appeared first on Geeks OUT.

Miranda and Clayton discuss the follow-up to Joe Hill's The Black Phone, titled Black Phone 2. The post My Phone is Frozen: A Black Phone 2 Review appeared first on Geeks OUT.

Anne Rice's Immortal Universe expands in Talamasca: The Secret Order — and the shadows are watching. The team unpacks this slow-burn supernatural spy thriller that mixes secret societies, telepaths, and... LEARN MORE The post

We're back in that cursed little Maine town where fear has a postcode — Derry. Long before the Losers' Club faced Pennywise, this stylish prequel dives into how fear itself... LEARN MORE The post

Crime meets quirk in High Potential — where genius cleaning lady Morgan Gillory solves cases the cops can't. Tamzyn and Clayton are all in on the charm, fashion, and slow-burn... LEARN MORE The post

Tamzyn and Clayton talk about the Netflix thriller, Locked, the story of a young man who gets caught in a booby trapped car while he is trying to steal it's... LEARN MORE The post We Gotta Get Out of This Place: A Locked Review appeared first on Geeks OUT.

The team talk about the latest instalment in the V/H/S anthology franchise, V/H/S: Halloween. The post Be Kind, Rewind or Die: A V/H/S/ Halloween Review appeared first on Geeks OUT.

Tamzyn and Clayton discuss the sports-themed horror HIM. Is it really as bad as Rotten Tomatoes says it is? The post GOAT Dreaming: A Him Review appeared first on Geeks OUT.

The MCU gets a taste for flesh in Marvel Zombies, Miranda and Tamzyn's here for the gore but not the overload. With just four jam-packed episodes, this animated series throws... LEARN MORE The post Marvel Zombies – Brains, Biceps, and Burnout appeared first on Geeks OUT.

What if Vietnam wasn't just hell — but full of dinosaurs? That's the wild premise of Primitive War, based on Ethan Pettus's cult novel and directed by Luke Sparke. Tamzyn... LEARN MORE The post Primitive War – Dinosaurs, Vietnam, and Digital Chaos appeared first on Geeks OUT.

This week, we polish our fangs and dive into The Radleys, a suburban vampire story that swaps castles for cul-de-sacs. Damian Lewis and Kelly Macdonald lead a family of “reluctant... LEARN MORE The post The Radleys – Family, Fangs, and Suburban Secrets appeared first on Geeks OUT.

This week on Geeks Out: Kogonada (Columbus, After Yang) directs a film that's visually stunning but emotionally uneven. Margot Robbie and Colin Farrell lead a stacked cast — but does... LEARN MORE The post A Big Bold Beautiful Journey – Gorgeous But Heartless? appeared first on Geeks OUT.

This week on Geeks Out …Just Cause REVIEW…: From London's National Theatre to Melbourne cinemas — why Inter Alia matters. Rosamund Pike's powerhouse turn as Judge Jessica Parks, balancing robe... LEARN MORE The post Inter Alia – Rosamund Pike's Stage Power …Just Cause Review… appeared first on Geeks OUT.

This week on Geeks Out: Meet Baku, a dream spy turned hero in Kamen Rider Zeztz. Why this 55-year-old franchise still feels fresh and international. Over-the-top martial action, goofy comedy,... LEARN MORE The post Kamen Rider Zeztz – Dreams, Spies, and Neon Riders appeared first on Geeks OUT.

This week on Geeks Out: A simple idea comes alive — literally — in Sketch. How doodles, crayons, and chalk monsters capture both chaos and charm. The film's honest take... LEARN MORE The post Sketch – Doodles, Grief, and Family Magic appeared first on Geeks OUT.

This week on Geeks Out: The absurd, gory joy of a killer mouse on the Staten Island Ferry. Disney nods everywhere — from princess names to Club 33. David Howard... LEARN MORE The post Screamboat – Mickey Goes Murder Mouse appeared first on Geeks OUT.

In this episode of Geeks Out: Miranda and Clayton reflect on this Stephen King adaption Ask ‘is this world all that far fetched'? And delight in Mark Hamill's on-screen villain... LEARN MORE The post The Long Walk – Male Bonding in Dystopia appeared first on Geeks OUT.

On this episode of Geeks Out: Miranda and Clayton ask ‘is this really based on a true story?' Discuss the real life Ed and Lorraine Warren, along with the haunting... LEARN MORE The post The Conjuring: Last Rites – Dead at Last? appeared first on Geeks OUT.

From Geeks Out this week: James Gunn and John Cena deliver more madcap anti-hero chaos. Peacemaker and the 11th Street Kids search for a new direction. Is the ‘Best Dimension... LEARN MORE The post Peacemaker, Season 2 – The Hangover of Justice appeared first on Geeks OUT.

This week on Geeks Out: Alien returns to its roots with retro-tech dread and moody corridors New creatures like the “Eye” parasite bring fresh, terrifying body horror Humanity's greed proves... LEARN MORE The post Alien: Earth – TV That Evolves the Nightmare appeared first on Geeks OUT.

This week on Geeks Out: Josh Hartnett returns in a ridiculous yet brilliant action ride Ninjas on a plane, chainsaws mid-air, and slapstick carnage Fight choreography turns food trolleys into... LEARN MORE The post Fight or Flight – Chaos at 30,000 Feet appeared first on Geeks OUT.

This week on Geeks Out: The Addams family is back with bigger stakes and new faces Wednesday shows cracks beneath her deadpan queen persona Soundtrack perfection: Zombie, Bad Moon Rising,... LEARN MORE The post Wednesday, Season 2 – Gothic Chaos Returns appeared first on Geeks OUT.

Every year, JOY 94.9's Radiothon brings us together to celebrate, support, and sustain LGBTQIA+ voices in media. This year's theme, ‘Stronger Together', is a rallying call: in a world of... LEARN MORE The post JOY Radiothon 2025: Geeks Out vs Out Takes Crossover Extravaganza! appeared first on Out Takes.

As I was setting up the round of interviews that would be our first Women In Comics Feature to celebrate Women's History Month on the podcast, I wanted to get a variety of voices included to represent different facets of the medium. That lead me to reaching out to Barbra Dillon, Editor-In-Chief of Fanbase Press, a GLAAD Winning and Eisner and Harvey Nominated publisher and geek culture website. Who better than Barbra to cover the angle from both the vantage point of a small indy comics publisher as well as comics journalism. Two birds, one stone and I've been meaning to catch up with her since last Fall when their anthology Ripple Effects was crowdfunding which was of considerable interest to me as its focus is to increase awareness of and highlight people with incurable non-visible diseases like myself.   I don't know of another comics journalism outlet that shares such a strongly aligned set of core values like Fanbase does so it was a pleasure to finally get a chance to catch up with her and chat about representation in the medium. Fanbase are celebrating their 15th Anniversary in 2025 and provide a range of unique and diverse programming to support creators in the medium. Please take a moment to check them out if you haven't already. Mission Statement Fanbase Press celebrates fandoms and creates new ones! As a GLAAD Media Award-winning and an Eisner and Harvey Awards-nominated comic book publisher and geek culture website, Fanbase Press produces new and distinctive works, as well as daily reviews, interviews, and podcasts, that span the pop culture spectrum and give voice to the themes, ideals, and people that make geekdom so exceptional. Fanbase Press believes that #StoriesMatter. Acknowledging the importance of stories and the impact of storytelling is at the core of the organization. Universal communication through stories allows us to examine the essentials of human existence, to understand ourselves better and to grow and/or heal, to pass on important values, knowledge, and lessons to the next generation, and to connect with one another through empathy and compassion. Fanbase Press holds a commitment to looking beyond the simple entertainment factor of pop culture storytelling in order to find the value that each story offers to us as individuals, our world, and/or the human condition. The company was founded in 2010 (originally under the name Fanboy Comics) rebranded to Fanbase Press in May 2016 by co-founders Barbra and Bryant Dillon. Fanbase Press' graphic novels, including the 2024 GLAAD Media Award-winning Four-Color Heroes, 2023 Eisner and Harvey Award-nominated Ripple Effects, 2018 Eisner Award-nominated Quince, the 2020 IPPY Award-winning Quince: The Definitive Bilingual Edition hardcover, the 2022 International Latino Book Award-winning Nuclear Power, the 2019 IPPY Award-winning A Geek's Guide to Cross-Stitch: Journeys in Space, the 2014 Bram Stoker Award-nominated Fearworms: Selected Poems, The Sequels, The Margins, The Gamma Gals, Something Animal, Identity Thief, The Arcs, and Penguins vs. Possums, are available online at www.fanbasepress.com. Here's the link for GeeksOut that I talk about in the show. PATREON We have a new Patreon, CryptidCreatorCornerpod. If you like what we do, please consider supporting us. We got two simple tiers, $1 and $3. Want to know more, you know what to do. ARKENFORGE Play TTRPG games? Make sure to check out our partner Arkenforge. Use the discount code YETI5 to get $5 off your order. THE LANTERN CATALOG Created on the premise of creating light in the dark, this is the the go to resource to keep you up to date on the indy projects and the creators you love. You can find them at https://www.thelanterncatalog.com/. Make sure to check out our sponsor 2000AD. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices