Cult Connections

Mario Bava was a prolific director producing films in a range of genres. Beloved by fans for his horrors but often overlooked by critics in favour of other directors. I'm joined by Leon Hunt to discuss his new book on the man himself. We also discuss three very different films from his oeuvre all of which feature his trademark directorial flourishes. Find out more about this weeks guest by subscribing to my newsletter at [email protected]


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Ian is joined this week by writer, musician and podcaster Jaz Wiseman to discuss his new book on The Persuaders and take a look at three episodes of the show. Subscribe to the Cult Connections newsletter at https://cultconnectionpodcast.aweb.page/p/8e2b0961-dfe9-41ae-9533-b750dc40c282


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Ian welcomes back Graham Falk to discuss the one and only Nicolas Cage. We tackle three films from his recent career renaissance that prove the best Cage is when he is uncaged!


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Season Four: Episode Seven. In 1984 Ghostbusters came out and made a load of money. But what came next in this mech loved franchise. Chris Cassell joins Ian 2 keep it Real and discuss the Afterlife of a classic.


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Season Four: Episode Six. Ian is joined by Rapha Ximenes as we discuss three films featuring her home city of Rio De Janeiro. From a charming animated tale to an Italian horror via a spy blockbuster we talk three very different looks at Brazil!

It's here and it's the big one. The Book of Boba Fett finale. King Kong, Henry VIII and, of course, Albion Market. Follow me on Twitter @ConnectionsCult

Judge Dredd made his debut in 1977 and quickly became an iconic figure. Hollywood beckoned with two feature adaptations. Ian is joined by Joe Higgins to review those and also another set of iconic 1970s future lawmen!

The best Star Wars review this side of the Outer Rim returns for Boba Fett: Chapter 6. Another sparkling critique which also features Lee Van Cleef, Police Academy and Emmerdale Farm. Follow me on Twitter @ConnectionsCult!

Season Four: Episode Four. I'm joined by Dr Adrian Smith as we talk about his new book on Norman J Warren and delve into three very different films from his career.  From a  rom com to pervy Satanists via a WW2 epic!

Ian and Mark are reviewing Chapter 5 of The Book of Boba Fett or is it The Mandolorian Episode 25? We touch on giants of science fiction, force wielders and Phil Mitchell. It's the best Boba re view show this side of the Outer Rim!