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French film director, writer, and producer

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Superhero Ethics
Dracula

Superhero Ethics

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 68:37


Dracula has been rewritten as a brooding romantic lead so many times that it's easy to forget he's a rapist. Matthew sits down with AK and Marlena Chesner to ask the hard question: does giving a monster a tragic backstory change what he is, or does it just make us more comfortable rooting for him?Working through three versions of the Dracula story — Bram Stoker's novel, Francis Ford Coppola's Bram Stoker's Dracula, and the recent 2025 film — the group traces how each adaptation handles consent, female agency, and the ethics of sympathy. AK brings a sharp rhetorical lens to scenes the other guests found straightforwardly troubling, reading the 2025 film as an accidental and unnervingly accurate portrait of how abuse perpetuates itself, in particular in light of the consent allegations brought against Luc Besson, writer and director of the 2025 adaptation. Marlena's re-read of the novel keeps the conversation grounded in what Stoker actually wrote — including a Mina who is far more capable and agentive than most adaptations let her be.The conversation also takes in Castlevania and the Netflix Dracula mini-series as counterexamples, the "banality of evil" as a framework for understanding a villain who is fully convinced his violence is an act of love, and why the hallway fight scene in the 2025 film is the clearest sign that its makers see Dracula as a hero.About AK and MarlenaBig time nerd, big time philosopher, big time lover of all things sci-fi and fantasy, AK_Ahab is a recent grad with a philosophy degree and a focus on disability and rhetoric. She makes D&D art and content about a wide variety of nerdy things on TikTok.Connect with AK: TikTok • Instagram • Twitter/XMarlena Chesner is the Digital Content Development Manager at the National Kidney Foundation, shares impactful patient stories that make a difference. They are also the host of the Hot Topics in Kidney Health podcast bringing the latest in kidney care to those who need it most. **************************************************************************This episode is a production of Superhero Ethics, an Ethical Panda podcast and part of the TruStory FM Entertainment Podcast Network. Check out our website to find out more about this show and our sister podcast Star Wars Generations.We want to hear from you! Keep up with our latest news and send us feedback, questions, or comments via social media or email.TikTok · Twitter/X · Instagram · Facebook · EmailJoin the conversation in the Star Wars Generations and Superhero Ethics channels on the TruStory FM Discord.Want even more content while supporting the podcast? Become a member! For $5 a month or $55 a year you get access to bonus episodes and bonus content at the end of most episodes — and you can even give membership as a gift. Sign up here.You can also support us through our sponsors:Purchase a lightsaber from Level Up Sabers, run by friend of the podcast Neighborhood Master Alan.Use Audible for audiobooks. Sign up for a one-year membership or gift one through this link.Purchase any media discussed this week through our sponsored links.

And Why Not?
Leon (aka The Professional)

And Why Not?

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2026 107:08


In which Stuart & Ross bring EVERYONE…Ross Beamish returns to the podcast, as we take a look at the 1994 Luc Besson thriller; Leon.TRIGGER WARNING: This episode discusses the sexualisation of a child.SPOILER WARNING (obviously) for LEONWant to get in touch about this episode, or And Why Not? in general? You can email us at hauntednerds@gmail.com or leave us a voice message on Speak Pipe.At the time of posting, Leon is available in the UK on DVD, Blu-Ray & 4K or to rent or buy on various digital platforms.LINKS:Bonus Features: WebsiteAnd Why Not?: LinktreeOne Fine Day: IMDbTitle Music - Title Music - Storytelling Man by Ruth's CurtainThis episode was recorded on Sunday 15th February 2026 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

TechnoRetro Dads
Enjoy Stuff: From A to Zelda

TechnoRetro Dads

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2026 86:55


Description This week we celebrate the 40th anniversary of one of the most legendary video games of all time, The Legend of Zelda, and explore how it changed gaming forever. Grab your wooden sword and let's head north. From dungeon bosses to Dodongo smoke signals, we break down the history, music, trivia, and lasting impact of Nintendo's groundbreaking adventure.   News A new trailer for The Mandalorian & Grogu has dropped, teasing familiar characters and confirming a theatrical release on May 22, 2026.   DinoLand U.S.A. at Disney's Animal Kingdom is being reimagined into Tropical Americas, including an Indiana Jones retheme of the Dinosaur ride and an interactive Encanto attraction.   A new Star Wars Galactic Racer game is coming in 2026 for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, joining the expanding Star Wars gaming universe.   We say farewell to legendary actor Robert Duvall, whose career spanned classics like The Godfather and Apocalypse Now.   Check out our TeePublic store for some enjoyable swag and all the latest fashion trends What we're Enjoying Jay has been diving into Kingdom Rush 5: Alliance on iPad, a tower defense game bursting with cartoon charm and clever pop culture easter eggs. Its lighthearted tone and strategic depth make it easy to pick up but tough to master. Shua has been moved by Sentimental Value, an Academy Award–nominated drama starring Renate Reinsve, Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas, Stellan Skarsgard, and Elle Fanning. This emotional story of estranged family members reconnecting delivers powerful performances and a heartfelt punch.     Sci-Fi Saturdays -  This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay shines a spotlight on Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets, directed by Luc Besson. Though considered a box office disappointment, Jay found plenty to love in its ambitious world-building, visual spectacle, and pulpy sci-fi adventure energy. Read his article on RetroZap.com. And make sure to play around with the interactive map on MCULocationScout.com. Plus, you can tune in to SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua talk about great stuff in the MCU.   Enjoy Video Games!  This week we journey back to 1986 and celebrate the revolutionary release of The Legend of Zelda, created by Shigeru Miyamoto. Inspired by childhood exploration, fantasy literature, and a desire to let players discover secrets on their own, Zelda dropped players into Hyrule with no hand-holding and no instructions beyond a wooden sword and courage.   We relive dungeon bosses, secret bombable walls, cryptic old men, and the unforgettable music composed by Koji Kondo. From Aquamentus to Ganon, from Second Quest surprises to Silver Arrow victories, we explore why this game still resonates four decades later, and why sometimes the best adventures are the ones where nobody tells you what to do.   Have you played through all of The Legend of Zelda? Let us know! First person that emails me with the subject line, "You have acquired a sword!" will get a special mention on the show.  Let us know. Come talk to us in the Discord channel or send us an email to EnjoyStuff@RetroZap.com 

Hot Date
Kind Hearts and Coronets (Episode 228) - Hot Date with Dan and Vicky

Hot Date

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2026 88:20


The novel on which 1950's film Kind Hearts and Coronets is based treated the story of an entitled royal reject who goes to murdeous lengths to secure his place in the lineage deadly serious.  The film, however, written and directed by Robert Hamer, turns it into a pitch black comedy, perhaps the first of it's kind made in England.  The Ealing Studios release stars Dennis Price, Valerie Hobson, Joan Greenwood, and in a tour-de-force, Alec Guinness playing eight characters. Dan and Vicky discuss the film, ranked as one of the best British films ever made, along with lots of recently seen including If I Had Legs I'd Kick You, Send Help, 28 Years Later: Bone Temple,  Luc Besson's Dracula, Good Luck Have Fun Don't Die, Train Dreams, and Wuthering Heights.   Our socials:  hotdatepod.com FB:  Hot Date Podcast X: @HotDate726 Insta:  hotdatepod

Specrapular
Man on Fire

Specrapular

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2026 66:12


Finally, a movie where an adult male can love a child and it be completely platonic. WE'RE LOOKING AT YOU, LUC BESSON! YUCK!In this episode, we discuss the 2004 movie, Man on Fire. Directed by Tony Scott. Starring Denzel Washington and Dakota Fanning. It is available on Nextflix. GUEST STARRING MEGAN!You can request movies by emailing us at specrapular@gmail.comGo follow our Youtube channel where ALL of our episodes are posted now: ⁠⁠Specrapular⁠ ⁠(https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0ppqS8Japy4yT4cVfcGEKw)The next movie we are going to discuss is Ace Ventura: Pet Detective. Directed by Tony Shadyac. Starring Jim Carrey, Courtney Cox, Sean Young, and Tone Loc. It is available on Netflix and Tubi.Intro music by: LuisFind more music from Luis at: instagram.com/breatheinstereoSeason 9 Episode 10

Big Movie Mouth Off
Good Luck, Have Fun, Don't Die and Dracula

Big Movie Mouth Off

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2026 39:31


Two more movies for you this week! We are talking about Gore Verbinski's Good Luck, Have Fun, Don't Die which is a mix of so many genre's it's hard to know where to begin. Luc Besson is back with his take on Dracula, but is he doing something new or aping films that have come before? And which one did two of us absolutely hate? Find out here!

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156b: SPOILER'D Luc Besson's DRACULA

Watch/Skip+

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2026 32:32


Jose (Cupcake) and Mike (TheWildaBeast) go full spoiler on Luc Besson's Dracula (2025) — also known overseas as Dracula: A Love Tale — and buckle up, because this movie is a LOT. In this breakdown episode (156b), they tear into everything: the shameless Bram Stoker's Dracula (1992) Coppola rip-offs, the cologne-fueled nun-feeding frenzy, kung fu gargoyles doing Black Widow throws, a Zoom-background ballroom dance sequence, the "cocaine bride," and an ending that may or may not set up a sequel nobody asked for. Is it a trainwreck? Absolutely. Is it entertaining? Somehow, yes. This is the ultimate "so bad it's good" group watch — think Hammer Horror meets Tim Burton meets Beauty and the Beast on a bad CGI budget. Don't miss the spoiler-free Episode 156a if you haven't seen the film yet. Like, subscribe, and drop your hot takes in the comments!Link to the previous Episode 156: Luc Besson's Dracula spoiler Free: https://youtu.be/CyIhL4xQYGE - - - - - - - - - -WE ARE WATCH SKIP PLUS!FOLLOW/LIKE/SUBSCRIBE/REVIEW/LOVEEmail us: WatchSkipPlus@gmail.com#Dracula2025 #LucBesson #DraculaReview #MovieReview #SpoilerReview #HorrorMovies #VampireMovie #MovieBreakdown #SoBadItsGood #MoviePodcast #FilmReview2025 #NewMovies2025 #HorrorReview #ChristophWaltz #GothicHorror #CultClassic #WatchSkipPlus #MovieTalk #FilmCommunity #PodcastClips #WeirdMovies #CampyHorror #DraculaALoveTale #BramStoker

Reel Spoilers
DRACULA (2026) Starring Caleb Landry Jones, Christoph Waltz, Zoë Bleu, and Guillaume de Tonquédec

Reel Spoilers

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 72:22


Kevin tricks Tom and Joe into watching a romantic movie about Dracula, but only has himself to blame when he is forced to defend it for the entire episode. But we shall let the listeners decide who makes the better argument for Luc Besson's DRACULA Starring Caleb Landry Jones, Christoph Waltz, Zoë Bleu, and Guillaume de Tonquédec.Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ws1H9UsQfbQSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/reelspoilers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Trick or Treat Radio
TorTR #707 - One Lens Cap to Rule Them All

Trick or Treat Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 161:55


Send a textAfter a catastrophic military disaster, the dead don't just rise - they come back, sit on the couch and refuse to do any housework. A group search for their missing friend, but what they find is far more terrifyingly lazy. On Episode 707 of Trick or Treat Radio our feature film discussion is We Bury the Dead from director Zak Hilditch! We also talk about the best Dick (Grayson) we've ever seen, debate the weight that expectations can place on a film, and for our coming attraction reaction we check out the trailer for the film Obsession, and a preview of the German opera Monster's Paradise! So grab your Zombie Survival Guide, make sure you don't leave any unfinished business, and strap on for the world's most dangerous podcast!Stuff we talk about: Valentines Day, Slim Jims, love is in the air, Friday the 13th, Sean Cunningham, Jason Voorhees, Scream 7, Mummy 4, The Mist, In A Violent Nature 2, Evil Dead Wrath, Chromebook Troubles, lens caps, Frankenstein Must Be Destroyed, The Sentinel, My Bloody Valentine, My Demon Lover, To Catch A Vampire, Charlie Spradling, Sphinx, House of the Dead 2, Sherlock Holmes, The Creeping Flesh, The Stepford Wives, The Beast Within, Dead Alive, The Temp, My Favorite Martian, Teen Ape, Mulva, Messengers, The Wolfman, Christina Ricci, Sleepy Hollow, Cursed, Adams Family, Darren Aronofsky, Josh Brolin, Planet Terror, The Goonies, Christine Elise, Needful Things, Michael Ironside, Total Recall, David Seltzer, The Omen, Richard Lynch, Bad Dreams, Corpses are Forever, Hillbilly Vanilli, Bad Bunny, Punishment Martinez, The Mandalorian, Gorgonzilla, Turbo Kid, RKSS, Klanchella, Milk and Serial, Obsession, Send Help, Sam Raimi, Drag Me To Hell, Iron Lung, the Black Lung game, RIP Ollie and Rio, “the best Dick I've ever seen”, Titans, Archie Bunker, We Bury the Dead, Daisy Ridley, The Battery, Dawn of the Dead, Brenton Thwaite, “Star Wars”, Captain Ron, Kurt Russell, humanity in zombie films, Cold Storage, brush fires, Benny Hill, don't put off tomorrow what you can do today, Night Patrol, Ryan Prows, The Unknown Comic, Pat Morita, Luc Besson, Dracula, Cumberland Farms, Malfunction Junction, My Bloody Scott Valentine, Happy Palentines Day, Go Fund Yourself, Oberons and Deuterons, and Han Salo or the 120 Days of Sodom.Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/trickortreatradioJoin our Discord Community: discord.trickortreatradio.comSend Email/Voicemail: mailto:podcast@trickortreatradio.comVisit our website: http://trickortreatradio.comStart your own podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=386Use our Amazon link: http://amzn.to/2CTdZzKFB Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/trickortreatradioTwitter: http://twitter.com/TrickTreatRadioFacebook: http://facebook.com/TrickOrTreatRadioYouTube: http://youtube.com/TrickOrTreatRadioInstagram: http://instagram.com/TrickorTreatRadioSupport the show

The Horror Returns
THR - Ep. #507: The Ruins (2008) & Whistle (2026)

The Horror Returns

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 130:28


The week we blow our whistle and check out some Mayan ruins. Cool of the week includes Luc Besson's Dracula, A Knight of the 7 Kingdoms, Marty Supreme, and The Strangers Part 3. Trailer is Obsession. We shine the podcast spotlight on It's Alive...ALIVE! And we get feedback from Steven Lowblad, Heath Watkins, Pragati Sanyal De, Kevin Ingle, Brandy Michelle, Mark Walsh, Nureldin Maslu, and Derek Rosenberg, and Dyk Diamond. Thanks for listening! The Horror Returns Website: https://thehorrorreturns.com THR Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thehorrorreturns/ Join THR Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1056143707851246 THR X: https://twitter.com/horror_returns?s=21&t=XKcrrOBZ7mzjwJY0ZJWrGA THR Instagram: https://instagram.com/thehorrorreturns?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= THR Threads: https://www.threads.net/@thehorrorreturns?igshid=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== THR YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@thehorrorreturnspodcast3277 THR Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thehorrorreturns THR TeePublic: https://www.teepublic.com/user/the-horror-returns SK8ER Nez Podcast Network: https://www.podbean.com/pu/pbblog-p3n57-c4166 E Society Spotify For Podcasters: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/esoc Music By: Steve Carleton Of The Geekz     

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Episode 156: Luc Besson's Dracula SPOILER FREE

Watch/Skip+

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 33:06


"Luc Besson's DRACULA (2025) Review — Baroque Mess or Vampire Masterpiece? Jose (Cupcake) and Mike (The WillDaBeast) dive into Luc Besson's Dracula: A Love Tale (2025) — the wildly divisive gothic romance that premiered at Cannes Film Festival and is finally making its way to audiences. Is this campy, kung-fu-gargoyle-filled fever dream a bold reimagining of Bram Stoker's classic or just an expensive baroque mess? The guys break down Caleb Landry Jones's hypnotic, chameleonic turn as the Count, Christoph Waltz completely going off-script, the film's obvious debt to Coppola's Bram Stoker's Dracula, and why — despite everything — neither host could look away. In a Watch Skip Plus first, Episode 156 ends in a historic draw. Tune in spoiler-free, then catch Episode 156B for the full spoiler discussion two days. New episodes dropping regularly — subscribe so you never miss a review! - - - - - - - - - -WE ARE WATCH SKIP PLUS!FOLLOW/LIKE/SUBSCRIBE/REVIEW/LOVEEmail us: WatchSkipPlus@gmail.com#Dracula2025 #LucBesson #CalebLandryJones #ChristophWaltz #SpoilerFreeReview #DraculaALoveTale #LucBesson #DraculaReview #MovieReview2025 #HorrorMovieReview #GothicRomance #VampireMovie #DannyElfman #BramStoker #CannesFilmFestival #WatchSkipPlus #MoviePodcast #FilmPodcast #HorrorPodcast #NewMovies2025 #SpoilerFreeReview #CinemaReview #FilmReview #SoBadItsGood #CampyMovies #ClassicMonsters #Dracula #VampireFilms #LucBessonMovies #GuiltyPleasureMovies

Movies and Chaos
Blood/Cells

Movies and Chaos

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 80:03


Send a textAmerica eats its young. With the world on edge, we turn to movies, taking a look at Luc Besson's Dracula, revisiting Tarsem's The Cell, uncovering new Scream 7 controversies, and the hassle of having to take bathroom breaks at IMAX movies. Plus, we reflect on James Van Der Beek and Serena has new advice for cinema programmers.

Movies - A Podcast About the Act of Cinema
Luc Besson's Dracula (2026) - A Great New Adaptation [United States, Re-Release]

Movies - A Podcast About the Act of Cinema

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2026 60:08


We're looking for listeners to select films to be discussed on the program. If you have a recommendation for us, head over to Patreon and enlist as a sponsor for our upcoming month of //MOVIES. | Originally released November 13, 2025. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kicking the Seat
Ep1202: Dracula (2026) - Live Roundtable Review

Kicking the Seat

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2026


Count Dracula has survived such formidable filmmaking foes as Francis Ford Coppola, Dario Argento, and David Eggers. But will he shrink in fear at the might of...Luc Besson?Jacob Landry-Jones is the latest to don the cape and fangs in this umpteenth retelling of the debonair undead Drac. Could this be the definitive version--or a slightly different rehash with goofier looking makeup effects?Join us as we hang garlic and debate whether or not it's time to stake all future adaptations of Bram Stoker's classic novel!Support Kicking the Seat on Patreon, subscribe to us on YouTube, and follow us at:XLetterboxdInstagramFacebookShow LinksWatch the Dracula (2026) trailer.As mentioned in the show, you can enjoy a half-decade of Hammer Films discussions, starting with our "Hammerland" Playlist.Support all of Earth's Mightiest Critics at their various outlets:Keep up with Jeff York's criticism and caricatures at The Establishing Shot and Pipeline Artists.Check out Mark "The Movie Man" Krawczyk's The Spoiler Room Podcast.Get seated with The Blonde in Front!Follow David Fowlie's film criticism at Keeping It Reel.Get educated with Don Shanahan at Every Movie Has a Lesson…...And Film Obsessive...and the Cinephile Hissy Fit Podcast.Keep up with Annie Banks at The Mary Sue....and We Got This Covered.Make Nice with Mike Crowley of You'll Probably Agree.And save your celluloid soul with Dave Canfield's Substack, "Creature Feature Preacher".

WAS
Catherine O'Hara's actual memorial and the Super Bowl half-time show

WAS

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2026 62:30 Transcription Available


Nick and Andrew are back after grieving the death of Catherine O'Hara. We also talk about Lord of the Rings, Dracula and Luc Besson's understanding of the novel and the Super Bowl halftime show. We talk about other movie and tv news. Please like, share and follow/subscribe to the show and please leave a review. It really helps.Nick is @Supermans_Papa on Twitter and NErvin23 on LetterboxdAndrew is @AndrewLZCom and AndrewLZ on Twitter, Instagram, Tiktok and LetterboxdThe show is also on Youtube.

1001 Films Podcast
108 - The Strangers: Chapter 3, Dracula, James Bond Rankings - Week 6 2026 Reviews

1001 Films Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2026 34:48


Welcome back to the 1001 Films Podcast with Sean Gardner! This week, Sean reviews the third (and hopefully final) installment in the Strangers remake trilogy, The Strangers: Chapter 3. Sean also gives his thoughts on Luc Besson's Dracula romantic retelling of the classic story. Finally, Sean updates his James Bond Top 5 rankings. Thanks so much for listening and don't forget to subscribe for new episodes!

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... Just To Be Nominated
The good and bad of 'Melania' and the return of 'Dracula'

... Just To Be Nominated

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2026 37:29


"Melania" is less traditional documentary and more brand rollout, much like what you'd get at a fashion show. While the movie takes a guarded approach and doesn't get too deep into First Lady Melania Trump's backstory, there is still something to be learned. Like the current state of politics, the film has been polarizing. Reviews from traditional film critics have largely been negative, but moviegoers have praised the film. As of this podcast, "Melania" scores 8% from critics on Rotten Tomatoes, but 99% and "Verified Hot" from the audience.  After the co-hosts discuss the documentary, they shift over to the latest version of "Dracula," this time coming from director Luc Besson ("La Femme Nikita," "Leon: The Professional," "The Fifth Element"). Bruce Miller catches up with Besson as well as stars Caleb Landry Jones (Dracula) and Zoe Bleu (Elisabeta/Mina Murray). About the show Streamed & Screened is a podcast about movies and TV hosted by Bruce Miller, a longtime entertainment reporter who is the retired editor of the Sioux City Journal in Iowa and Terry Lipshetz, a senior producer for Lee Enterprises based in Madison, Wisconsin. The show was named Best Podcast in the 2025 Iowa Better Newspaper Contest. Theme music Thunder City by Lunareh, used under license from Soundstripe. YouTube clearance: FV694ULMCJQDG0IY

Pop Culture Weekly
Dracula: A Love Tale - Caleb Landry Jones, Zoë Bleu & Luc Besson on Humanizing a Monster

Pop Culture Weekly

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2026 32:23 Transcription Available


Grab your capes and a box of tissues, because Pop Culture Weekly is going full Gothic! This week, Kyle McMahon is sinking his teeth into director Luc Besson's latest masterpiece, Dracula: A Love Tale with conversaitons from Luc himself and stars Caleb Landry Jones & Zoe Bleu. Forget the 1931 foreign menace or the sweaty, sensual Hammer versions of the '50s. We're moving past the "Victorian paranoia with cheekbones" and diving straight into the "emotionally wrecked man-vampire" era. Kyle explores how Dracula has evolved from a real estate-obsessed monster into a guy who has crossed oceans of time just to be ghosted by his own mortality.In this episode:The History of the Fang: Kyle breaks down the evolution of the world's most famous vampire, from Bela Lugosi to the "flexible" 2020 version who absorbs skills like a supernatural vacuum.A Miracle in Progress: Legendary director Luc Besson joins the show to explain why he chose a 400-year-old love story over generic monster mayhem. He also shares his secret to filmmaking: it takes two years to make a good movie and only two minutes to "f*** it up."The World's Loneliest Gentleman: Stars Caleb Landry Jones and Zoë Bleu stop by to talk about humanizing a monster. Caleb discusses being a "sponge" for Besson's specific directions, while Zoë reveals why this version of Dracula is actually—wait for it—a total gentleman.Relatable Undead: Kyle admits that while he wouldn't wait 400 years for a person, he might consider it for some really high-quality tacos.Whether you're a hardcore horror fan or just someone who's "emotionally available to be hurt" by a Gothic romance, this episode is mandatory listening.Dracula just wanted to be loved... and honestly, don't we all?|Dig furhter into Dracula with my video A Brief History of Dracula - And What He Says About Us" here: https://youtu.be/EjrHKFUf_gAIf you dig the show, subscribe, rate, and share - and tell your friend who's always stealing your streaming passwords.

Behind The Lens
BEHIND THE LENS #509: Featuring Kevin Lewis

Behind The Lens

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2026 41:34


I'm very excited about this week's BEHIND THE LENS and my special guest, director KEVIN LEWIS. This marks Kevin's third appearance on #BTLRadioShow, following the brilliantly bonkers WILLY'S WONDERLAND and PIG HILL. Still, this time we're talking about his new film MISDIRECTION, which, in many respects, is a big departure from the horror films you've come to know and love from Kevin. Set over one long night in a glass-walled modern house, MISDIRECTION follows a couple driven to carry out a series of high-end heists to pay off a dangerous mob debt. When their latest break-in — targeting a prominent defense attorney — spirals out of control, the pair find themselves caught in a web of secrets, deception, and deadly consequences. Directed by Kevin Lewis and written by Lacy McClory, MISDIRECTION stars Frank Grillo, Olga Kurylenko, and Oliver Trevana. MISDIRECTION is a completely new style for Kevin. It's a bold, different work in his filmography. So used to seeing horror films from him, he dazzles with this neo-noirish home-invasion crime thriller, which begs the question, how does directing a contained non-horror film like MISDIRECTION differ from multi-location films like "Pig Hill" and "Willy's Wonderland"? With some time to spare this week, I've also got some fun, female-centric Oscar trivia for you about the 98th Academy Awards. And while you can see MISDIRECTION on digital, make sure to hit the theatre to check out Luc Besson's DRACULA. http://eliasentertainmentnetwork.com

Cinema Royale
DRACULA Review: Caleb Landry Jones Gives Us A Dracula To Root For

Cinema Royale

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2026 4:51 Transcription Available


Travis Hopson reviews Luc Besson's DRACULA starring Caleb Landry Jones and Christoph Waltz!SYNOPSIS: When a 15th-century prince (Caleb Landry Jones) witnesses the brutal murder of his wife (Zoë Bleu), he renounces God and damns heaven itself. Cursed with eternal life, he is reborn as Dracula, an immortal warlord who defies fate in a blood-soaked crusade to wrench his lost love back from death, no matter the cost. On the verge of reuniting, Dracula is hunted by a relentless priest (Christoph Waltz), sworn to end his immortal reign.DRACULA is open in theaters now.All of this and more can be found at www.punchdrunkcritics.com!Subscribe to Punch Drunk Critics on YouTube:    / @punchdrunkcritics1  Follow Punch Drunk Critics on Twitter:   / pdcmovies  Follow Punch Drunk Critics on Facebook:   / pdcmovies  You can also subscribe to our podcast Cinema Royale anywhere you get your podcasts!

Without Your Head
Without Your Head - DRACULA and FRANKENSTEIN!

Without Your Head

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2026 161:16


Without Your Head podcast with "Dracula" director Luc Besson, and leads "Vlad" Caleb Landry Jones & "Elizabeta" Zoë Bleu!Live guest Lee Romaire the animal FX artist on Frankenstein!With Nasty Neal, Terrible Troy, Tara Hutchison and Cousin AJ!

The “Kolby Told Me” Podcast
Dracula (2026) | Non-Spoiler Review

The “Kolby Told Me” Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2026 13:45


This week Kolby discusses Luc Besson's take on the gothic romance DRACULA!

We're Watching What?!
Review - Pillion | Dracula

We're Watching What?!

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2026 12:26


Pillion is a beautiful love story (that just so happens to be leather clad and lusty). Luc Besson takes on Dracula but does he bring anything new to the classic tale?Find us at:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ www.werewatchingwhat.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/werewatchingwhat⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠youtube.com/thedhk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/thedhk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠facebook.com/thedhkmovies⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tiktok.com/werewatchingwhat⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Film Threat
Good Luck, Have Fun, Don't Die + Iron Lung + More Reviews

Film Threat

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2026 147:49


Reviews of Iron Lung, The Strangers: Chapter 3, Melania, Luc Besson's Dracula, Good Luck, Have Fun, Don't Die and more. Plus interviews with Mockbuster filmmaker Anthony Frith and The Roaring Game director Tom Denucci. Hilarity ensues!

The Cinema Psychos Show
Does Luc Besson's Dracula (2026) Suck? (Yes, It Really Does) | Movie Review

The Cinema Psychos Show

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2026 52:45


Luc Besson finally made a Dracula movie in 2026… and somehow turned it into a boring, horny, perfume‑addled fever dream instead of a gothic horror classic. In this episode of The Cinema Psychos Show, Brian tears into Dracula (2026) and explains why this shiny new take on the Count feels more like a knockoff of better Dracula films than a bold reinvention. We break down everything that went wrong: Vlad accidentally killing his own wife, God apparently "rewarding" him with vampirism, the unhinged sex‑perfume subplot, cartoonish suicide jumps, rubbery CGI gargoyles, and a tone that ping‑pongs between tragic romance, goofy comedy, and Axe body spray commercial. Brian also digs into Caleb Landry Jones' off‑kilter Dracula, Christoph Waltz on autopilot, and a Danny Elfman score that deserves a much better movie. Along the way, we compare Besson's vision to Coppola's Bram Stoker's Dracula, modern Nosferatu takes, and other adaptations that actually respect the character, and ask the big question: what the hell happened to Luc Besson as a filmmaker? Plus, we dip into some wild online reviews from people who genuinely think this is the best Dracula in years. If you're a horror nerd, Dracula obsessive, or cult cinema sicko who loves hearing a beautiful mess get taken apart scene by scene, you're in the right madhouse. Follow The Cinema Psychos Show on your favorite podcast app so you never miss an episode, and hit us up on socials or by email to let us know: does Dracula (2026) suck as hard as Brian says… or are you one of the weirdos who actually loves it? CHAPTERS: Does Dracula (2026) Suck? [00:00] Welcome and Solo Episode Today! [00:26] Synopsis of Dracula: A Love Tale [01:17] Criticism of the Film's Production and Direction [04:12] Detailed Breakdown of the Film's Story [08:34] Character Analysis [31:00] Positive Aspects of the Film [35:47] The Argument of Reinterpretation [38:21] Review of Audience Reviews [42:58] Conclusion [50:00] Listen to The Cinema Psychos Show on: Spotify: https://rebrand.ly/0v6eeno Apple: https://rebrand.ly/j5nrkp7  Amazon: https://rebrand.ly/5x5hzng Goodpods: https://rebrand.ly/picstv6 OR LISTEN ON YOUR FAVORITE PODCAST APP! https://cinemapsychosshow.com/follow   Follow The Cinema Psychos Show on Socials ❤️‍

ScreenFish Radio
Episode 317: Zoë Bleu & Caleb Landry Jones Interview | Dracula's Love Story: True Love or Obsession?

ScreenFish Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2026 8:13


In this ScreenFish interview, Zoë Bleu and Caleb Landry Jones, stars of Dracula, discuss their excitement about stepping into Luc Besson's world. Caleb shares which aspects of Dracula he was most eager to explore, while Zoë reflects on the complex relationship between Mina and Dracula, delving into whether their bond can truly be considered "true love." The conversation unpacks the emotional layers of their roles and the timeless allure of this iconic love story.DRACULA is in theatres on Friday, February 6th, 2026.

Screen Off Script
Reinventing 'DRACULA' Interviews with Luc Besson, Caleb Landry Jones & Zoë Bleu

Screen Off Script

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2026 18:41


In this episode, we sit down with Luc Besson, Caleb Landry Jones, and Zoë Bleu to unpack their interpretation of Dracula and why the character continues to be reinvented.The conversation dives into the lore behind Dracula and what first drew each of them to the myth, how this interpretation reframes the story as a tragic love tale rather than a traditional monster narrative, and what it was like collaborating with Christoph Waltz.They also reflect on the craft of performance and how to maintain curiosity, passion, and creative momentum even after years of experience in the industry.Hosted by: Gurveer Brah

Mass Movement presents....
Episode 89: Strangers In A Strange Land…

Mass Movement presents....

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2026 81:05


Mass Movement Presents - Episode 89: Strangers In AStrange Land… In which the Middle Age Crew chat about the future of StarWars, The Lowdown, Field of Dreams, Luc Besson's Dracula, Chris Jericho, Erich von Daniken, and the end of StrangerThings, and much, much more, while drinking and waxing lyrical about Headcount Coffee And somewhere in the middle of all that craziness, they findthe time to spin tracks by Twenty One Children, The Neighbourhood Watch,and Drown Theory Tune in, turn it up, and geek out. This one's a doozy…

Freeze Frame
Freeze Frame: "The Moment" (R), "Dracula" (R), "Solo Mio" (PG), "The Wrecking Crew" (R)

Freeze Frame

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2026 2:00


First world problems plague a pop star in the unpredictable mockumentary "The Moment." Charlie XCX plays a fictionalized version of herself in the story of her preparations for a concert and tour. While not a comedy per se, it pokes fun at the whole "Brat" phenomenon and satirizes pop stardom. “The Moment” is an interesting experiment more than a satisfying movie and features surprisingly little music. Those sensitive to flashing light, steer clear. French director Luc Besson offers his offbeat take on "Dracula." Caleb Landry Jones is impressive as the cursed vampire who spends centuries searching for his lost love. Besson's opulent, operatic approach is visually engaging, but the movie is overlong and peppered with unintentionally funny moments. "Dracula" doesn't exactly suck, but it isn't a full-blooded horror, either. Perhaps the best thing you can say about the Angel Studios romantic comedy "Solo Mio" is that it's harmless. Kevin James plays a middle-aged schoolteacher who travels to Rome with his fiancée, only to be jilted at the altar. Will he ever find love again? Everything about the script is utterly phony, but the photogenic Italian scenery gives "Solo Mio" a minor boost. The main things wrecked in the Amazon Prime action comedy "The Wrecking Crew" are cars, motorcycles, helicopters, property...and logic. Dave Bautista and Jason Momoa play estranged half-brothers who are forced to work together to solve the mystery of their father's death. The action is relentless, and the Hawaiian scenery is "nani." But the lapse of plot coherence in “The Wrecking Crew” wrecks any real sense of peril.

Knight Light: A Horror Movie Podcast
Knight Service; Dracula W/ Writer/Director Luc Besson and Stars Caleb Landry Jones & Zoe Bleu

Knight Light: A Horror Movie Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2026 22:30


We've got a super cool episode lined up this time! We've got three amazing guests joining us. Luc Besson is the director of The Fifth Element, Lucy, and Léon: The Professional. We're diving deep into his latest movie, Dracula. We discussed the incredible artistry behind the movie, its captivating story, and the memorable characters they created. After that, we're going straight into the interview with Caleb Landry Jones and Zoë Bleu! We discuss the power of love, their experience filming the movie, and the story's deeper meaning. Buckle up for this great conversation and make sure to check out Dracula this Friday! Vertical will release DRACULA in theaters nationwide on February 6th, 2026 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ScreenFish Radio
Episode 316: Luc Besson Interview | Dracula’s Set Design, Love vs. Obsession & Dracula’s Greatest Battle

ScreenFish Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2026 13:24


In this ScreenFish 1on1 interview, Luc Besson, director of DRACULA, discusses the set design behind his vision of Dracula, revealing what influenced the unique look of the film. He reflects on why Dracula still resonates today and what the line is between love and obsession. Luc also delves into Dracula's internal battle, from fighting God to confronting his own identity, and shares his thoughts on whether Dracula is truly a villain or simply a tragic figure.DRACULA is available in theatres on Friday, February 5th, 2026.

No Rest for the Weekend
Episode 1812: Winter/Spring Movie Preview 2026 Part I

No Rest for the Weekend

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2026 26:34


On this episode, Yasin Lago and host Jason Godbey break down the upcoming films of 2026 including: Dracula directed by Luc Besson, Hail Mary starring Ryan Gossling, Vampires of the Velvet Lounge starring Mena Souvari, Super Mario Galaxy, The Drama starring Zendaya and Robert Pattinson, and Ready or Not II: Here I Come starring Samara Weaving.Brought to you by DehancerUse the promo code "RABBIT" to receive 10% off Dehancer products.Show Theme by Christopher Gillardwww.dehancer.com

Sagesse et Mojito
Générique de fin (du monde)

Sagesse et Mojito

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2026 28:25


Celles et ceux nés avant le passage à l'an 2000 se souviennent sûrement des prédictions sur la fin du monde au 31 décembre 1999, liées notamment au fait que nos outils numériques ne semblaient pas permettre le passage au deuxième millénaire dans leur système de codage. Quelques années plus tard, c'est la rupture du calendrier maya au 21 décembre 2012 qui a déchaîné les passions et fait craindre une fin du monde. Les films de SF et post-apocalyptiques, comme Interstellar ou Le Jour d'après, nourrissent notre imaginaire sur la fin des temps. Aujourd'hui, entre les guerres culturelles et les guerres économiques, ou les menaces de guerre atomique sur fond de catastrophe écologique, cela paraît encore plus actuel. Dans cet épisode, on se demande si la fin du monde, c'est pour demain. Références de l'épisode :- Intro : "Put On Your Sunday Clothes" de Walter Matthau, Michael Crawford and Louis Armstrong, chanson du film musical Hello, Dolly! (1969), reprise dans l'ouverture du film Pixar WALL-E (2008).- « Comme un parfum de fin du monde », podcast Sagesse et Mojito, https://www.imagodei.fr/fin-du-monde-pandemie/ - article « Apocalypse : huit scénarios possibles de fin du monde », Futura Sciences, https://www.futura-sciences.com/sciences/questions-reponses/sciences-apocalypse-huit-scenarios-possibles-fin-monde-10796/#un-declin-demographique-inexorable- - « Où sont passés les vrais hommes ? », podcast Sagesse et Mojito, https://www.imagodei.fr/masculinite-ou-sont-passes-les-vrais-hommes/- films : Independence Day de Roland Emmerich (1996), Le Cinquième élément de Luc Besson (1997), Armageddon de Michael Bay (1998), Don't Look Up: Déni cosmique de Adam McKay (2021)Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Horror Hangout | Two Bearded Film Fans Watch The 50 Best Horror Movies Ever!
Horror Hangout #419 : Dracula - A Love Tale (w/ Ashley B Red)

Horror Hangout | Two Bearded Film Fans Watch The 50 Best Horror Movies Ever!

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2026 129:53


He's waited centuries.Dracula (developed with the working title Dracula: A Love Tale) is a 2025 English-language French Gothic romantic fantasy film, written and directed by Luc Besson, based on the 1897 novel Dracula by Bram Stoker. It stars Caleb Landry Jones as the eponymous character, alongside Christoph Waltz and Zoë Bleu.When a 15th-century prince denounces God after the loss of his wife he inherits an eternal curse: he becomes Dracula. Condemned to wander the centuries, he defies fate and death, guided by a single hope - to be reunited with his lost love.00:00 Intro 12:45 Horror News 25:20 What We've Been Watching39:34 Film Review1:53:55 Drac Or Not Drac Quiz2:03:44 Film Rating2:08:05 Outrowww.horrorhangout.co.ukPodcast - https://fanlink.tv/horrorhangoutPatreon - http://www.patreon.com/horrorhangoutFacebook - http://www.facebook.com/horrorhangoutpodcastX - http:/x.com/horror_hangout_TikTok - http://www.tiktok.com/@horrorhangoutpodcastInstagram - http://www.instagram.com/horrorhangoutpodcastBen - https://x.com/ben_errington​​​Andy - https://www.instagram.com/andyctwrites/Ashley - https://www.instagram.com/ashleybredmusicofficial/Audio credit - Taj Eastonhttp://tajeaston.comSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/thehorrorhangout. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

House of Fincher
House of Besson - 260 - The Messenger: The Story of Joan of Arc

House of Fincher

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2026 53:16 Transcription Available


In this episode, we explore Luc Besson's "The Messenger," a film that ambitiously tackles the story of Joan of Arc. While Mila Jovovich shines in her role, the movie falters with historical inaccuracies and uneven storytelling. Our hosts discuss the film's visual and musical elements, offering insights into its place in Besson's career. Tune in for a thoughtful critique of this unique cinematic endeavor.

Historians At The Movies
Episode 176: Multipass to the Past: The Wild Origins of The Fifth Element

Historians At The Movies

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2026 81:38


Egyptologists Dr. Julia Troche and Matt Szafran join in this week to talk about the history behind The Fifth Element and how the anxieties of the 90s are reflected in Luc Besson's campy space opera.About our guests:Dr. Julia Troche is an Egyptologist and Associate Professor of History. In 2022 she was awarded her university's highest teaching award followed by the Missouri Governor's Award for Education Excellence. She is committed to advocating for students, early career scholars, and contingent faculty, and fostering inclusive spaces for learning about the ancient world. She is dedicated to the university Public Affairs mission, evinced by her numerous Service-Learning courses, public lectures, and community engagements, such as co-curating with Bryan Brinkman and student input an exhibition of antiquities at the Springfield Art Museum (Ancient Artifacts Abroad, spring 2024).Julia's areas of instruction and research include social history, religion, archaeology, digital humanities, and reception studies of antiquity. Julia received her PhD from Brown University's Department of in Egyptology & Assyriology in 2015, and her BA in History from UCLA in 2008. She serves as Committee Chair (2024-2027) for her field's annual, international conference (the American Research Center in Egypt Annual Meeting) and as co-chair (2023-2026) for the Archaeology of Egypt sessions at the Annual Meeting of the American Society of Overseas Research.Julia is an active member of her field, sitting on numerous international, national, and regional Boards and committees. Since 2022, she is a membership-elected Governor on the American Research Center in Egypt's Board of Governors (a 501c3 non-profit, cultural institution in Egypt; www.arce.org). She co-founded both the ARCE, Missouri Chapter (Past President and Vice President, current Director focusing on Finance) and the annual Missouri Egyptological Symposium. She attended the HERS Leadership Institute in 2024 for women leaders in higher education (hersnetwork.org). She has served her campus community since arriving here in 2017 as a Bear Bridge mentor (2023, Outstanding Bear Bridge Faculty Mentor award), Safe-Zone Faculty Advisor, Advisor for the Ancient Worlds Club, Co-Advisor for History Club, and supporting her department through extensive service, including—at various times—chairing Undergraduate Committee and Personnel Committee, sitting on about three-dozen MA committees, serving on five search committees (chairing two), and serving as a past Faculty Senate and College Council department representative.Matt Szafran is an independent researcher specialising in the study of ancient tools and technologies. He is a Fellow of the Royal Anthropological Institute and Trustee of the Friends of the Petrie Museum. His current research focusses on the manufacture and use of stone palettes in Predynastic Egypt, using experimental archaeology and advanced imaging technologies, such as microscopy and Reflectance Transformation Imaging (RTI) to complement textual studies. Matt has published and lectured on this topic, and is currently incorporating this research into a book discussing the design, manufacture, and possible uses of Predynastic palettes. His research interests also include the popular perception, reception, and representation of Egypt depicted in mass media, in particular late 20th and 21st century movies and television. 

RdMCast
(teaser) Cabana RdM #95 - Converteram o Drácula

RdMCast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2026 2:06


“Apesar da crença popular, eu nem gosto de sangue, mas o seu é delicioso”. Pois é, temos um novo Drácula entre nós. Um Drácula que não suga, ele morde, lambe e se converte a nosso senhor e salvador Jesus Cristo.O renomado diretor Luc Besson, após a parceria com Caleb Landry Jones em Dogman, de 2023, decidiu fazer um filme para o ator poder brilhar, uma nova versão de Drácula, com pouco sangue e muito romantismo.Após 400 anos de busca, o famoso  conde reencontrou a reencarnação da sua amada, mas ele não contava com a retórica de um padre que o faria se converter. Como é que é? Vamos explicar melhor… o Cabana RdM começa agora.O RdMCast é produzido e apresentado por: Gabriel Braga, Thiago Natário e Gabi LaroccaARTE DA VITRINE: Estúdio GrimESTÚDIO GRIM – Design para conteúdo digitalPortfólio: https://estudiogrim.com.br/Instagram @estudiogrimcontato@estudiogrim.com.brPODCAST EDITADO PORFelipe LourençoSEJA UM(A) APOIADOR(A)Apoie o RdM a produzir mais conteúdo e ganhe recompensas exclusivas!Acesse: https://apoia.se/rdmConheça a Sala dos Apoiadores: https://republicadomedo.com.br/sala-dos-apoiadores/CITADOS NO PROGRAMADrácula: Uma História de Amor Eterno (2025)Citações off topicDogman (2023)O Quinto Elemento (1997)Joana d'Arc de Luc Besson (1999)Antiviral (2012)Três Anúncios para um Crime (2017)Táxi (2004)EpisódiosRdMCast #421 – O mundo bizarro de CronenbergzinhoTem algo para nos contar? Envie um e-mail!contato@republicadomedo.com.brTwitter: @RdMCastInstagram: Republica do Medo

Second in Command: A Veep Rewatch
Van Lathan | The Fifth Element

Second in Command: A Veep Rewatch

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2025 83:34


Podcaster and raconteur Van Lathan (Higher Learning, The Rewatchables) joins Matt and Tim to discuss the 1997 Luc Besson film, The Fifth Element. Tommy "Tiny" Lister Jr. plays President Lindberg, and that's not nearly the craziest thing in this movie. Presented in full and free for the holidays! Matt Walsh ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/mrmattwalsh⁠⁠⁠Timothy Simons ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/timothycsimons⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Van Lathan https://instagram.com/vanlathan Second In Command ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/secondincommandpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email questions to: secondincommandatc@gmail.com

Second in Command: A Veep Rewatch
Van Lathan | The Fifth Element

Second in Command: A Veep Rewatch

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2025 83:34


Podcaster and raconteur Van Lathan (Higher Learning, The Rewatchables) joins Matt and Tim to discuss the 1997 Luc Besson film, The Fifth Element. Tommy "Tiny" Lister Jr. plays President Lindberg, and that's not nearly the craziest thing in this movie. Presented in full and free for the holidays! Matt Walsh ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/mrmattwalsh⁠⁠⁠Timothy Simons ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/timothycsimons⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Van Lathan https://instagram.com/vanlathan Second In Command ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/secondincommandpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email questions to: secondincommandatc@gmail.com

The Jacked Up Review Show Podcast
Luc Besson's SciFi Fantasy Trilogy: The Fifth Element, Lockout & Valerian (with Oreo Brewer & Johnny Potoky)

The Jacked Up Review Show Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2025 16:34


We conclude the 12th Season the day after Christmas for a minisode on Luc Besson's SciFi Fantasy Trilogy: The Fifth Element, Lockout & Valerian.   Guests Oreo Brewer & Johnny Potoky bring up how these pre-STAR WARS comics and fantasy elements helped these film adaptations come to life in a post-mega blockbuster movie world.   Is FIFTH ELEMENT the most successful Bruce Willis film outside of his earlier '90s work (and is Korben Dallas his best role given how it allows him more comedic work while spoofing his DIE HARD ego)?   Are these movies perfect examples of paintings that can be reobserved and you find something new from them each time?   Is LOCKOUT still a damn fun time no matter which version you watch or did the Snake Plissken/Han Solo hero feel too derivative?   And should VALERIAN be given a better re-evaluation in this snobby internet world?   Come drive your flying car into space with us as we podcast across the galaxy!     MUSIC INTRO USED: "Redrum" Immediate Music (from The Fifth Element Trailer)    

House of Fincher
House of Besson - 259 - The Fifth Element

House of Fincher

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2025 54:33 Transcription Available


The Fifth Element is loud, strange, and completely confident in its own weirdness. This review looks at why the movie still works decades later: the energy, the phenomenal costumes, the sincerity underneath all the craziness. From Bruce Willis playing it as low-key as possible to Milla Jovovich turning innocence into power, it's a film that commits. Wildly imaginative and impossible to mistake for anything else, it's the kind of sci-fi that reminds you how fun big swings can be.

Watch/Skip+
Episode 151: DUST BUNNY

Watch/Skip+

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2025 48:15


THE LAST WATCH SKIP PLUS EPISODE OF SEASON THREE AND OF 2025! DON'T LOOK UNDER THE BED…..THE DUST BUNNY MIGHT EAT YOU!!!!Dave from Raiders of the Podcast joins WillDaBeast and Cupcake for the last episode of 2025 (and Season Three) to review Dust Bunny, the feature directing debut of Bryan Fuller, the creative wunderkind behind Heroes, Pushing Daisies, and Hannibal. Starring Hannibal himself, Mads Mikkelson, Sophie Sloan, David Dastmalchian, and one Sigourney Weaver, this hybrid fairy-tale-actioner plays like “Amelie” meets “Luc Besson's The Professional” meets "John Wick". Is Fuller's creative brilliance (one that has seen him leaving many a high profile project) perfect for this kind of film, or like his imagination, is there just too much going on to be fully successful? Don't step on the floor, make a wish, and swallow the new Watch Skip Plus WHOLE!*Please spread the word and subscribe on Spotify and YouTube…we want to be THE movie review destination for you all in 2026!!!! Happy Holidays and Have a HAPPY NEW YEAR!TIMESTAMPS00:00 Teaser / Tarantino Jr.02:06 Intro05:46 Dust Bunny: Crew and Cast 20:34 Spoiler Free Thoughts - Dust Bunny30:39 DUST BUNNY SPOILED41:20 Spotify Wrapped + Outro- - - - - - - - - -WE ARE WATCH SKIP PLUS! FOLLOW/LIKE/SUBSCRIBE/REVIEW/LOVEEmail us: WatchSkipPlus@gmail.com#DustBunny #BryanFuller #MadsMikkelsen #SophieSloan #SigourneyWeaver #DavidDastmalchian #BasilIwanyk #IsabellaSummers #NicoleHirschWhitaker #Hannibal #Fannibal #Fullerverse #LivingDeadGuyProductions #ThunderRoadPictures #EntertainmentOne #HeroSquared

House of Fincher
House of Besson - 258 - Léon: The Professional

House of Fincher

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2025 34:42 Transcription Available


We continue our Luc Besson retrospective with Léon: The Professional (1994), a film that turned a hitman into a pop-culture archetype and remains one of the most debated thrillers of the 1990s. Host John Mills is joined by Darren Moser to dig into Besson's precise visual control, Éric Serra's melancholic score, Thierry Arbogast's stylized cinematography, and the film's complicated emotional core.

House of Fincher
House of Besson - 257 - La Femme Nikita

House of Fincher

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2025 50:20 Transcription Available


In this episode of Houselights, we begin our retrospective of Luc Besson's work from the 90s with "La Femme Nikita." We examine the film's stylistic impact and its role in reshaping the action-thriller genre. While the movie serves as a genre blueprint, we also touch on its narrative inconsistencies and character development challenges. Join us as we explore the film's influence and its place in cinematic history.

Les Grandes Gueules
"On s'en fout, on s'en fout pas" : Luc Besson contre des chasseurs, le procès aujourd'hui ! - 09/12

Les Grandes Gueules

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 10:22


Plusieurs débats au cœur de l'actualité, les Grandes gueules ont le choix, en débattre ou non : Luc Besson contre des chasseurs : le procès aujourd'hui ! Miss France 2026 : dérapage de Miss Provence en plein direct Faites-vous vos cadeaux de Noël à la dernière minute ?

Mark and Me Podcast
Episode 473: Luc Besson

Mark and Me Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2025


Dracula: A Love Tale.On this episode I am joined by Luc Besson.Mark and Me is now on YouTube - Please subscribe here https://www.youtube.com/@markandmePlease support the Mark and Me Podcast via Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/Markandme or you can buy me a coffee here: https://ko-fi.com/markandme.The Mark and Me podcast is proudly sponsored by Richer Sounds.Visit richersounds.com now to shop for all your hi-fi, home cinema and TV solutions. Also, don't forget to join their VIP club for FREE with just your email address to receive a great range of fantastic privileges.The Mark and Me podcast is also proudly sponsored by Vice-Press.If you are a fan of films and pop culture, check out Vice Press. All of their limited edition posters, art prints & collectibles are officially licensed & are made for fans like us to collect & display in their homes. Vice Press work directly with artists and licensors to create artwork and designs that are exclusive to them.This year, Vice Press also launched Vice Press Home Video, dedicated to releasing classic films on VHS. And yes, they play! Get 10% off of your first order using code MARKANDME10 or head to vice-press.com/discount/MARKANDME10All artwork and designs are produced by Dead Good Tees - Dead Good Tee crafts graphic T-shirts for true horror and movie enthusiasts. Drawing inspiration from classic movies, iconic villains, and the darker side of cinema, their designs offer a subtle nod to the genre's most unforgettable moments. Visit www.deadgoodtees.co.ukEvery episode of Mark and Me is for Billy x 

The Best Thing We Watched This Week
Stranger Things S5, The Age of Disclosure, Zootopia 2, She Rides Shotgun, and more!

The Best Thing We Watched This Week

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2025 61:50


On this episode of The Best Thing We Watched This Week, Ruben and Chris discuss Stranger Things season 5, volume 1, the new UAP/UFO documentary The Age of Disclosure, Zootopia 2, Bone Lake, The Passenger, She Rides Shotgun, and Luc Besson's Dracula: A Love Tale. What's the best thing you watched this week?

Trick or Treat Radio
TorTR #694 - Creature Comfort Kool-Aid

Trick or Treat Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2025 161:39


Send us a textDr. Johnny Wolfenstein, a brilliant but egotistical producer, brings a podcast back to life in a monstrous experiment that ultimately leads to the undoing of both the creator and his tragic creation. On Episode 694 of Trick or Treat Radio we have a Patreon Takeover featuring our good buddy Evil Corny! Corny selected the films Frankenstein (2025) and Opus for us to discuss! We also figure out what a good retelling of a classic tale needs to have, react to trailers for the films Good Luck Have Fun Don't Die, Dracula (2026), and we talk about our favorite Guillermo del Toro films! So grab a cup of communal Kool-Aid, stitch up a collection of body parts, and strap on for the world's most dangerous podcast!Stuff we talk about: Eli Roth, Ice Cream Man, Clint Howard, Inglorious Basterds, broflake, Evil Corny, From the Canopy Podcast, The Mad Ghoul, Alice Sweet Alice, Play Misty For Me, Assault on Precinct 13, Slumber Party Massacre, Creepshow, Alone in the Dark, The Faculty, Shadow of the Vampire, Seed of Chucky, Blood Paradise, Ronny Yu, Jennifer Tilly, John Ritter, Anne Hathaway, Ryan Gosling, The Crazies, Silent Hill, Pitch Black, Rhonda Shear, Wallace Shawn, Dial M for Murder, Damien: The Omen 2, Kim Hunter, The Kindred, Bad Ronald did a Basement Jack, Billy Jacoby, Frosted Flakes, Just One of the Guys, I Walked With A Zombie, Sam Rockwell, Gore Verbinski, Jojo Rabbit, Gentleman Broncos, The Bride, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Jessie Buckley, Shape of Water, Francis Ford Coppola, Leonardo DiCaprio, Blacula, Idris Elba, William Marshall, Good Luck Have Fun Don't Die, Dracula, Luc Besson, Leon the Professional, Guillermo del Toro, Blade II, Hellboy II: The Golden Army, Pan's Labyrinth, The Devil's Backbone, Frankenstein, Hulk, Robert Eggers, Macho Man Randy Savage, Jeff Fahey, Body Parts, Mary Shelley, Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory, Opus, Juliette Lewis, John Malkovich, Amber Midthunder, Mark Anthony Green, Rosario Dawson, Billie Holliday, Too Much Swash Not Enough Buckle, The Modern Brometheus, and Alabaster Peak.Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/trickortreatradioJoin our Discord Community: discord.trickortreatradio.comSend Email/Voicemail: mailto:podcast@trickortreatradio.comVisit our website: http://trickortreatradio.comStart your own podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=386Use our Amazon link: http://amzn.to/2CTdZzKFB Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/trickortreatradioTwitter: http://twitter.com/TrickTreatRadioFacebook: http://facebook.com/TrickOrTreatRadioYouTube: http://youtube.com/TrickOrTreatRadioInstagram: http://instagram.com/TrickorTreatRadioSupport the show

Movies - A Podcast About the Act of Cinema
E514: Luc Besson's Dracula: A Love Tale (2026) Takes a New Spin

Movies - A Podcast About the Act of Cinema

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2025 60:08


We're looking for listeners to select films to be discussed on the program. If you have a recommendation for us, head over to https://patreon.com/lowres and enlist as a sponsor for our upcoming month of //MOVIES. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why I Hate this Album
Prepisode #135 - Muse - You Make Me Feel Like It's Halloween

Why I Hate this Album

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2025 75:07


This week we wrap up the October scare-tacular with the often requested Muse song You Make Me Feel Like It's Halloween, released way back in August of 2022. Also in this prepisode music news of the weird, listener emails and we announce next week's album. In this episode we discuss Tim's proactive approach to revenge, the official end to bands destroying their equipment on stage, elaborate horror themed role play, that time Garrett sneezed in Tim's mouth, Luc Besson's questionable history with women, what a lady centaur is called, why we continue to get offers to buy used mattresses from listeners, and so much more! Hatepod.com | TW: @AlbumHatePod | IG: @hatePod | hatePodMail@gmail.com Episode Outline: Quick update on the goings on at the world headquarters Discuss our history with the song/band Song discussion - lyrics and music Music Video How the song did worldwide Amazon reviews Listener email (just 2) Music news of the weird Announce next week's album