Filmotomy Podcast

With the immense spoiler-repelling during the release of Avengers Endgame, it seems like an apt topic for discussion for the 72nd Filmotomy Podcast. Bianca Garner is hosting, with Robin Write and Joel Melendez for company. The team try to stay spoiler-free as they discuss revelations of plot twists and key moments in film, which is a huge issue with the modern internet, but they also look at some of the spoilers in the cinema of yesteryear. Have a listen, hit us a review and rating, and subscribe via SoundCloud, iTunes and Stitcher.

On the eve of the world's greatest film festival, it's time for an ever so small Cannes preview. Robin is joined by special guest, Juliette, a French native who will be attending the Croisette under the Three Days in Cannes scheme. The twosome have a quick look through the Official Competition line-up, and decide which films they are most anticipating. As always, please subscribe to SoundCloud, iTunes and Stitcher. We would also love to hear what your Cannes adventures might be.

At last year's Femme Filmmakers Festival, the short sci-fi film from Aurora Fearnley, Pulsar, was on the out-of-competition line-up pre-release. Now, the brilliant little movie is available to stream, following a terrific run on the festival circuit. I was lucky enough to speak to both the director, Fearnley, and Pulsar music composer, Mike Ladouceur, about the film's inception through arrival.

Bianca Garner returns to the fray to host Filmotomy Podcast episode 70. And just in time as we give Lars von Trier a bit of time, as it is his birthday today. Robin Write and Jonathan Holmes join Bianca to calibrate their thoughts on the man, the artist, and that big mouth of his. Discussion lands on any of his popular movies, his themes, his behind the camera antics, as well as his public persona. Have a good old listen, and subscribe to Filmotomy via SoundCloud, iTunes and Stitcher.

SOURCES

FILMS: Europa (1991); Breaking the Waves (1996); Dancer in the Dark (2000); Dogville (2003); Melancholia (2011)

VOICE: Charlotte Gainsborough from Cannes 2009; Lars von Trier from Cannes 2011

MUSIC: 'Lascia ch'io pianga' from 'Rinaldo' by Georg Friedrich Händel; Excerpts from 'Tristan und Isolde' by Richard Wagner; 'Nisi Dominus, RV 608' by Antonio Vivaldi; 'Waltz No. 2' by Dmitri Shostakovich

Episode 69 of the Filmotomy Podcast has Robin Write in the presenter's chair, with a unique panel of two. Those sprightly individuals are Joel Meléndez and Adriana Gomez-Weston. Having both delved into the newly launched Criterion Channel this month, Filmotomy probes the film nuts for a review of the streaming service.

Please have a listen, and leave us your comments on the Criterion Channel. Subscribe to our show and leave us a rating - you can find us on SoundCloud, iTunes and Stitcher.

In the midst of out ten days of rewinding back to the film year of 1993, Robin is joined by two old friends. From Screen on Screen, Paddy Mulholland, and our favourite author, Daniel Smith-Rowsey. All three have plenty to admire about the cinema of 1993. Discussion falls on the high caliber of Academy Award nominated films, the state of the transitioning cinema, and our own personal favourites of the year. Please do subscribe on SoundCloud, iTunes, and Stitcher if you haven't already, leave us a review an rating, and we welcome comments or feedback.

SOURCES

Film: The Fugitive; Philadelphia; The Piano; Schindler's List; Jurassic Park; What's Eating Gilbert Grape; The Firm

Music: "(Darlin') You Know I Love You" by Tina Turner, from What's Love Got to Do with It

When you wish upon a star, podcast 67 won't be far. Where all your dreams come true, as Disney now owns all of you. Anyway, as I flounder to create a catchy intro, won't you be our guest for this week's Filmotomy Podcast - also known as Podcahontas. I know, I am getting tangled up.

So, regular host Bianca "Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious" Garner, is joined by three lost boys, as she really wanted to get a lad in. Get it? Okay. Joining her is Joel "King of the Pride Lands" Melendez, Jonathan "Looking for the Bare Necessities" Holmes, and Doug "He's Seen Elephants Fly" Jamieson. Off to work they go on skimming over the dazzling cinematic history of Disney.

Have a listen, and do please subscribe to us via SoundCloud, iTunes as well as (Lilo and) Stitcher. Any comments, ratings and reviews, please do let it go.

SOURCES

Film: Aladdin; Finding Nemo; 101 Dalmations; The Lion King; The Hunchback of Notre Dame; The Little Mermaid; The Emperor's New Groove; Winnie the Pooh; Frozen; Mulan.

Music: "You've Got A Friend In Me" live acoustic cover by Bella River; "When You Wish Upon a Star" instrumental from the Disney intro.

With the buzz of the new Joker film, we thought it was a good idea to dig some dirt on the so-called anti-hero. Hostess Bianca is joined by Robin and Joel to unravel the enigmatic character in film. From the likes of Jules in Pulp Fiction, Renton in Trainspotting, to classic cases like Travis Bickle or D-FENS from Falling Down, we attempt to look at how the anti-hero might be defined, how they are portrayed, and some varied examples to boot. Word of warning, though, we reveal a ton of SPOILERS of quite a few films, so proceed with caution. Please enjoy the show, subscribe via SoundCloud, iTunes, and Stitcher.

SOURCES

Film - Joker (2019); No Country For Old Men (2007); Catch Me If You Can (2002); Trainspotting (1996); Taxi Driver (1976); Fight Club (1999); Kill Bill: Vol. 1 (2003); Frances Ha (2013); Atonement (2007); Falling Down (1993).

Music - "Modern Love" by David Bowie, from Frances Ha.

And the Best Adapted Screenplay goes to... No, this is not the Oscars. Though we do mentions those golden guys a few times. This week's Filmotomy Podcast looks at some of our favourite film adaptations. Bianca is our host, and is joined by Robin, Doug, and Aaron. Each pick three of their stand-out films based on books, or plays, or leaflets. I kid, of course. Have a listen, subscribe to the show through iTunes, SoundCloud, and Stitcher, and please leave us comments, reviews, and ratings.

With the recent rumble of Captain Marvel, now is as good a time as any to pop open the strong female characters discussion. In our 64th podcast, Bianca Garner is joined by the solo male, Robin Write, as well as Audrey Fox, Becky Matthews, and Katie Smith-Wong - the latter two ladies joining the show for the first time. The group talk about what makes a strong female character, their own inspirations of the fairer sex on celluloid, and just how far the girls on film have come. Have a listen, leave your comments, and as always subscribe to SoundCloud, iTunes, and Stitcher, so you don't miss a thing.

SOURCES:

Film

Making Mr. Right (1987); Baby Boom (1987); Dangerous Liaisons (1988); Alien (1979); The Terminator (1984); Leon (1994); Inglourios Basterds (2009); The Matrix (1999); Widows (2018); Captain Marvel (2019)

Music

"Black Sheep" sung by Brie Larson from Scott Pilgrim vs. the World (2010)