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'WE CAN BE HEROES' INTERVIEWS

Welcome to the second in a series of interviews from the 2017 Edinburgh International Film Festival with the talent in front and behind the camera.

Lee is joined by author Catherine Bruton whose highly popular young adult book, 'We Can Be Heroes' was adapted for the big screen and stars the amazingly talented young stars Sam Cox and Toby Haste.

Ben never knew his father; he was killed in 9/11 when Ben was just a baby. Eleven years later, Ben goes to spend the summer with his grandparents, hanging out with Priti, the girl next door, and his wayward cousin, Jed. Priti is a livewire and a Muslim who gradually begins to suspect her older brother is a terrorist. The trio set out to investigate and learn more than they expected. 

'We Can Be Heroes' is out later in the year. Follow @heroesfilm2017 and @catherinebrunton on twitter for updates.

'MODERN LIFE IS RUBBISH' INTERVIEWS 

Welcome to the first in a series of interviews from the 2017 Edinburgh International Film Festival with the talent in front and behind the camera.

First up is 'Modern Life Is Rubbish' which charts the relationship between Liam and Natalie. Initially drawn together by their shared love for music, ten years later they are struggling to see what they saw in each other. As they start to split their music library, the soundtrack of their relationship keeps on pulling them back together. 

We're joined by film legend Ian Hart the day after 'God's Own Country' opened the festival, writer Philip Gawthorne & director Daniel Jerome Gill and finally actor Steven MacKintosh. 

Modern Life Is Rubbish will be out later in the year. Find them on twitter @ModernLifeFilm

The Films of Michael Bay

"I make movies for teenage boys. Oh, dear, what a crime."

Lee Hutchison is joined by Mike Schindler (Great Shot, Kid) to look at the movies of Michael Bay on the eve of his latest movie, Transformers: The Last Knight. Michael Bay is one of the most divisive filmmakers in Hollywood but is this often negative critical reaction warrented? 

Starting their "Baywatch" in 1995 with Bad Boys, Lee and Mike also review The Rock, Armageddon, Pearl Harbour, Bad Boys II, The Island, Transfomers, Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen, Transformers: Dark of the Moon, Pain and Gain, Transformers: Age of Extinction, 13 Hours and look ahead to Transformers: The Last Knight.

Guardians of the Galaxy Volume 2 

The A-Holes are back and so are the Guardians of the Galaxy team. Lee and Matt are reunited to reflect on the much anticipated Guardians of the Galaxy sequel.

Lee and Matt discuss their opening night experiences, the soundtrack, the expansion of the universe, Gods, family and where the franchise could go next. 

 

 

Babylon 5 - Season Two Overview

Charlynn Schmiedt (Punch It) and Phillip Gilfus (Ceti Alpha 3) continue their deep-dive into Babylon 5. The sophomore season brings a new captain, new relationships, and a slow-burn of storylines involving Earth, Shadows, and the Centauri. Get into your Starfury, launch with Xeta Squad, and journey into Season Two of Babylon 5.

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Looking at the 'Alien' franchise! 

It's the 4/26 or better known as "Alien Day" thanks to the boffins at the Fox marketing department after LV-426 from the 1979 movie, Alien.

Lee Hutchison looks back at the series of Alien movies from Alien, Aliens, Alien 3, Alien Resurrection, Alien v Predator, Alien v Predator: Requiem, Prometheus and looking ahead to Alien: Covenant. 

 

Babylon 5 - Season One Overview

Phillip Gilfus (Ceti Alpha 5) and Charlynn Schmiedt (Punch It) begin their six-part series on the 1990s sci-fi saga "Babylon 5." This first installation delves into the inaugural season of the series, examining the introduction the story, the ins and outs of the various human and alien characters, and the overall epic happenings of 2258. Show your Identi-Card at the entry point and join Phillip and Charlynn for their journey to the "last, best hope for peace."

 

Darren Moser talks the 501st Legion

Lee and Darren have a fandom conversation about Star Wars and costuming in the 501st Legion. A worldwide group of Stormtroopers, officers and Imperial "bad guys" promoting the art of costuming and doing charity work in the name of their beloved franchise. 

Ben Wheatley Talks to Filibuster

Lee and Jamie are joined by British film director Ben Wheatley for an interview after attending a screening of his forthcoming movie 'Free Fire'. Ben Wheatley discusses the reaction to the 'Free Fire' tour, brining 'High Rise' to the big screen, looking back on 'A Field in England' and it's unique release, working on 'Dr Who' and what his next project will be. 

 

Exploring the fandom and experiences of Hamilton: An American Musical

Phillip Gilfus (co-host, Ceti Alpha 3) is joined by fellow #Hamilfan Asra Husain-Mohammed as they share their experiences with the Tony-Awarding winning musical, "Hamilton." Phillip discusses his Broadway visit, while Asra speaks about her Chicago version of the show. They both go over their favorite parts, songs from the soundtrack, the phenomon of Lin-Manuel Miranda's genuis, the #Hamiltome (the show's official book), and the Hamilton Mix Tape. They also try to imagine a potential movie version of the show.

What is your favorite part of Hamilton? How did you discover the show? 

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