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Welcome to our Christmas  Special. Our review episodes focus on layered discussion and we leave the numerical ratings to our Christmas Special and now Rotten Tomatoes. Splooshes to all our friends and lovers for your support. Grab a snack and a beverage! We love yas!

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Highlights include: Last Stop in Yuma County, How to Have Sex, Pet Sematary, The Wiz & Anatomy of a Fall.

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In our last Reference Max for 2024 we review, Out of My Mind, Creature Commandos, Solo Leveling -ReAwakening- & LOTR: The War of the Rohirrim.
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In this episode of For Your Reference Podcast, we cover non-spoiler review of the Disney film 'Out of My Mind,' addresses representation in film, and reviews James Gunn's 'Creature Commandos,' appreciating its character-driven storytelling. They express excitement over screenings for 'Solo Leveling: The Reawakening' and share thoughts on the dubbed version. The hosts also critique 'Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim,' examining themes of nobility and rebellion, and tease upcoming content for the new year. They conclude with recommendations and shoutouts for film lovers to enjoy over the holiday season.

00:00 Welcome to the Festive Season
02:44 Upcoming Podcast Plans
03:07 Disney's 'Out of My Mind' Review
07:21 Creature Commandos Discussion
13:28 Solo Leveling: The Reawakening
19:38 Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim
28:47 Final Thoughts and Recommendations

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This week we interview Miranda Otto, acclaimed for her role as Eowyn in 'The Lord of the Rings.' Otto reflects on the impact of Eowyn's character on women and her return to the Middle-Earth universe in 'The War of Rohirrim,' set 200 years before 'The Lord of the Rings.' She shares her experiences with the narration and emotional depth of the new film, the strong feminine energy inherent in characters like Eowyn and Hera, and the challenges of working in an animated format. Otto also provides personal insights on acting and storytelling.

The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim is out now in Australian Cinemas.

This interview is audio only. For other video interviews check out our YouTube playlist.

Thanks to the team at Warner Bros/Universal AUS.

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This week, we sit down with Phoebe Gittins & Arty Papageorgiou, the screenwriters behind the new animated Lord of the Rings film, "The War of the Rohirrim." Join us as we delve into the creative process, explore the challenges of adapting Tolkien's work, and discuss the exciting experience of bringing a fresh perspective to the beloved world of Middle-earth. 

The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim is out in Australian Cinemas on DECEMBER 12.

This interview is audio only. For other video interviews check out our YouTube playlist.

Thanks to the team at Warner Bros/Universal AUS.

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This week in For Your Reference Podcast, Aleks Le discusses the experience of bringing Sung Jinwoo's character to life in 'Solo Leveling.' Aleks shares insights on the voice acting process, comparing the Japanese and English dubs, and the character's emotional and power journeys throughout the first season. The conversation covers pivotal scenes, the character's evolution, and Aleks's approach to balancing realism with the fantasy setting.

Solo Leveling -ReAwakening- will be in Australian cinemas from December 5.

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00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:30 Discussing Solo Leveling 
01:22 Voice Acting Insights and Character Development
03:12 Emotional and Power Journey of Sung Jinwoo's Character
10:40 Power Hierarchy and Guild Building
14:14 Voice Acting Process and Final Thoughts
14:34 Recommendations and Conclusion

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FYR & Kapow Comics collab on the blue carpet of the Australian Premiere Screening of Moana 2, in Sydney.

The carpet was a beautiful celebration of the community across all industries. In order, we chat to Gen Fricker (Comedian), Kween Kong (Artist), Sela Vai (Creative Director & Choreographer), David Fane (Kele in Moana 2), Awhimai Fraser (Matangi in Moana 2), Sose Fuamoli (Music Journalist) & Temuera Morrison (Chief Tui in Moana 2).

Moana 2 is out now in Australian Cinemas.

Check out the video interview: https://youtu.be/MpDLQCz4uso

Thanks to the team at Disney AUS.

For more, including two interviews with Temuera Morrison, check out Kapow Comics.

Website: https://www.kapownews.com/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/KapowComicBookShow

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In this week’s Reference Max we review, 

Wicked, Red One, The Moogai & The Franchise.

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We sit down with Marissa and Ethan as they discuss their experiences working on the film adaptation of the musical 'Wicked.' They share their love for the original Broadway show and how iconic it is, the challenges and excitement of transitioning from stage to film, and the importance of authentic representation. Marissa reflects on the significance of her role, while both actors talk about the complexities and nuances of their characters' relationships. They wrap up with fun suggestions for double-feature pairings that echo the escapism and heartfelt storytelling of 'Wicked.'

WICKED will be released in Australian cinemas on November 21.

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We review 16 shorts across Elections in Paradise (Fiji), Oceania Shorts and Pacific Australia Shorts as a part of 2024 Pasifika Film Festival (PFF).

The 2022 General Elections in Fiji, Indigenous Women in Fiji Politics, Hangover at the Takeover, Tradewinds, Armea, Daddy, Butterfly (Bataplai), An Gumupu i Chankleta, Kala, Vakatairaka, Mo'unga Afi, Pasifika Drift, The Whispering Glass, One Tatau, Two Worlds, Hafekasi, A Blacktown Ballad.

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Another milestone for the nasty lil pod that could: our second attendance at a virtual press conference and second time our question was selected. First Issa Rae for Barbie and now Lucy Liu for Red One.

Lucy talks about doing more than a kick and a punch and what the action genre means to her will forever be a milestone for the podcast.

Red One is in cinemas today, friends and lovers!

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