#33: Gyration ft. @didudietho

Seun & Faith talk stripper movies through the lens of films that wrapped their legs around the cultural zeitgeist upon their release (no pun intended) - Enjoy!

On today's episode Seun & Faith (@didudietho) talk stripper movies through the lens of Magic Mike, Showgirls, & this year's Best Picture winner, Anora. All of which wrapped their legs around the cultural zeitgeist upon their release - Enjoy!

Olisa and Seun reunite on this episode of Olisa & Seun Go to the Movies to break down the 97th Academy Awards in a laid-back discussion about this year’s Best Picture nominees and the biggest moments from the ceremony.

From the films they watched to the major wins and upsets of the night, they share their thoughts on how the Oscars played out, what surprised them, and what it all means for the future of cinema. Did the right films win? Were there any snubs? And how does this year’s lineup compare to previous years?

Tune in for a fun, insightful chat on all things Oscars!

Check the link in the bio to watch the full episode. 🎧✨

Olisa is joined by filmmaker, writer, and producer Lolo Eremie to explore her latest project, Tarella: Princess of the Nile, a bold African reimagining of Cinderella. Set in the mythical West African kingdom of Akkaya, Tarella brings a fresh and culturally rich perspective to the classic fairytale, blending magic, royalty, and tradition in a visually stunning cinematic experience.

In this episode, they dive into the inspiration behind the film, how Cinderella’s origins may have ties to African folklore, and the creative process of crafting a uniquely African fairytale. Lolo also shares insights into Nollywood’s evolving landscape, the challenges of bringing Tarella to life, and the importance of authentic African storytelling on a global stage.

Beyond Tarella, they discuss Lolo’s journey from music to filmmaking, her passion for storytelling across different mediums, and what’s next for her as she continues to shape the future of African cinema.

Check the link in the bio to watch the full episode. 🎧

Olisa is joined by friend of the pod, Chubike Okide, as they discuss Captain America: Brave New World, the first MCU release of 2025, starring Anthony Mackie and Harrison Ford. They break down what this new chapter means for the MCU, explore the future direction of the franchise, and assess Mackie’s evolution as Sam Wilson.

The boys are back in town!

After what can only be described as an anime time skip, Olisa and Seun make their triumphant return to the studio. They’re here to catch up on what they’ve been up to, dive into the films that defined their 2024, and hype up the ones they can’t wait to see in 2025. Expect hot takes, questionable choices, and plenty of chaos as they unpack a year’s worth of cinematic adventures.

The boys are back in the studio to talk about Puss in Boots : The Last Wish, the second Shrek spin-off that has deep themes hidden within its fairytale zaniness. They also have conversations around the 2023 Academy Awards nominations and make early predictions based on what they have seen. They also gush about Michael Man's 2004 classic thriller starring the last superstar of Hollywood Tom Cruise and disciplined bad man Jamie Foxx.

We're back! Just in time to wish you all a Happy New Year too. In this episode we talk about our absence and our aspirations for the pod in 2023. We analyse why James Cameron’s Avatar: Way of Water is such a box office hit, we talk about Rian Johnson’s follow up to his classic Knives Out in the guise of Glass Onion and Olisa uses the opportunity to talk about the Nollywood series that everybody is talking about, Far From Home. Promise not to go away for too long again.

With Olisa hard at work and definitely still not crying about Universal's decision to cast Chris Pratt as Mario, Seun's back like Arnold in T3 and does a solo pod, catching you up with some of the popular releases from the last couple months. Hope you guys enjoy <3

Olisa ( Seun couldn’t join as he was on set) catches up with his friend @tolufoyeh who is the Co-Founder & Chief Technical Officer at @kugalimedia - an entertainment company focused on telling stories inspired by African culture .

The pair talk about kugali’s entry into the animated space through their collaboration with Walt Disney Animated Studio for their first “original long-form animated series” Iwájú . The show is set in a futuristic Lagos , Nigeria and will explore deep themes of class , innocence and challenging the status quo. It is set to premier on Disney+ in 2023.