The Primo Kino Podcast

I Think I'm Gonna Be Brave In This House

We're back with our storied and beloved segment focusing on new releases, ...And Popcorn! Join Abby and Audrey as they discuss Hamnet (2025) dir. Chloé Zhao along with Wuthering Heights (2026) dir. Emerald Fennell.

Where to watch Audrey’s Picks for the next episode:

Knives Out (2019) dir. Rian Johnson

Detective Benoit Blanc is called to the scene to solve a murder case involving the famous author Harlan Thrombey. Despite the death being presumed a suicide, Blanc seems to have other ideas and begins his investigation. As various members of the family come forward with information, Blanc begins to see a motive appear and the mystery become clear.

Charade (1963) dir. Stanley Donen

After Regina Lampert falls for the dashing Peter Joshua on a skiing holiday in the French Alps, she discovers upon her return to Paris that her husband has been murdered. Soon, she and Peter are giving chase to three of her late husband's World War II cronies, Tex, Scobie and Gideon, who are after a quarter of a million dollars the quartet stole while behind enemy lines.

Music by GRAMR 

It’s time for the podcast celebrating the broadcast celebrating the best movies of 2025! Get prepared for all things Oscar as we go over all the nominees and pick who we think will (and more importantly, who we think SHOULD) win big. And Oscar, if you’re listening, we’d love an invitation to the big show someday. 

Where to watch Audrey’s Picks

Knives Out (2019) dir. Rian Johnson

Detective Benoit Blanc is called to the scene to solve a murder case involving the famous author Harlan Thrombey. Despite the death being presumed a suicide, Blanc seems to have other ideas and begins his investigation. As various members of the family come forward with information, Blanc begins to see a motive appear and the mystery become clear.

Charade (1963) dir. Stanley Donen

After Regina Lampert falls for the dashing Peter Joshua on a skiing holiday in the French Alps, she discovers upon her return to Paris that her husband has been murdered. Soon, she and Peter are giving chase to three of her late husband's World War II cronies, Tex, Scobie and Gideon, who are after a quarter of a million dollars the quartet stole while behind enemy lines.

Music by GRAMR 

It’s Abby’s Picks again, so you know what that means…it’s Sci-Fi time! We’re talking about the 2006 dystopian sci-fi thriller V for Vendetta paired with the 2009 mockumentary style District 9. Remember, remember…da fifth of November! 

District 9 (2009) dir. Neill Blomkamp

Thirty years ago, aliens arrive on Earth. Not to conquer or give aid, but to find refuge from their dying planet. Separated from humans in a South African area called District 9, the aliens are managed by Multi-National United, which is unconcerned with the aliens' welfare but will do anything to master their advanced technology. When a company field agent contracts a mysterious virus that begins to alter his DNA, there is only one place he can hide: District 9.

V for Vendetta (2006) dir. James McTeigue

In the aftermath of a destructive world war, London is under occupation and police control. Despite the tight grip of authoritarianism, a rebellious vigilante known as V stands up to the corrupt and controlling government. Using forms of spectacle and terror, V fights back and soon discovers an ally in a woman named Evey.

Where to watch Audrey’s Picks

Knives Out (2019) dir. Rian Johnson

Detective Benoit Blanc is called to the scene to solve a murder case involving the famous author Harlan Thrombey. Despite the death being presumed a suicide, Blanc seems to have other ideas and begins his investigation. As various members of the family come forward with information, Blanc begins to see a motive appear and the mystery become clear.

Charade (1963) dir. Stanley Donen

After Regina Lampert falls for the dashing Peter Joshua on a skiing holiday in the French Alps, she discovers upon her return to Paris that her husband has been murdered. Soon, she and Peter are giving chase to three of her late husband's World War II cronies, Tex, Scobie and Gideon, who are after a quarter of a million dollars the quartet stole while behind enemy lines.

Music by GRAMR 

Happy Halloween and welcome to our extra-spooky 4th annual Primo Screamo Extravaganza! Join us for an evening of killer quizzes, gory sound-bites and mind bending puzzles. And see if we can find out if there is a killer…among us!

Join us next week for  Abby’s Picks

District 9 (2009) dir. Neill Blomkamp

Thirty years ago, aliens arrive on Earth. Not to conquer or give aid, but to find refuge from their dying planet. Separated from humans in a South African area called District 9, the aliens are managed by Multi-National United, which is unconcerned with the aliens' welfare but will do anything to master their advanced technology. When a company field agent contracts a mysterious virus that begins to alter his DNA, there is only one place he can hide: District 9.

V for Vendetta (2006) dir. James McTeigue

In the aftermath of a destructive world war, London is under occupation and police control. Despite the tight grip of authoritarianism, a rebellious vigilante known as V stands up to the corrupt and controlling government. Using forms of spectacle and terror, V fights back and soon discovers an ally in a woman named Evey.

Music by GRAMR 

The Primo Kino Podcast is back! And to celebrate our return, we have a fresh round of Picks starting with our very own Joseph! Just in time for spooky season, we discuss John Carpenter’s seminal body-horror masterpiece The Thing (1982), paired with Todd Hayne’s paranoia-filled Safe (1995). Please excuse any outdated references, as this episode was recorded in summer 2024! 

Join us next week for our annual Halloween Extravaganza! 

The Thing (1982) dir. John Carpenter

In the winter of 1982, a twelve-man research team at a remote Antarctic research station discovers an alien buried in the snow for over 100,000 years. Soon unfrozen, the form-changing creature wreaks havoc, creates terror... and becomes one of them.

Safe (1995) dir. Todd Haynes

Carol White, a Los Angeles housewife in the late 1980s, comes down with a debilitating illness with no clear diagnosis.

Where to watch Abby’s Picks

District 9 (2009) dir. Neill Blomkamp

Thirty years ago, aliens arrive on Earth. Not to conquer or give aid, but to find refuge from their dying planet. Separated from humans in a South African area called District 9, the aliens are managed by Multi-National United, which is unconcerned with the aliens' welfare but will do anything to master their advanced technology. When a company field agent contracts a mysterious virus that begins to alter his DNA, there is only one place he can hide: District 9.

V for Vendetta (2006) dir. James McTeigue

In the aftermath of a destructive world war, London is under occupation and police control. Despite the tight grip of authoritarianism, a rebellious vigilante known as V stands up to the corrupt and controlling government. Using forms of spectacle and terror, V fights back and soon discovers an ally in a woman named Evey.

Music by GRAMR 

It’s that time of year again; when Oscar himself descends from the heavens to bestow the best movies of the year with his awards. But since most of the movies suck this year, we pick our own personal choices outside of the nominees as well as predictions in each category. Listen and get prepared for the big day!  

Where to watch Joe’s Picks

The Thing (1982) dir. John Carpenter

In the winter of 1982, a twelve-man research team at a remote Antarctic research station discovers an alien buried in the snow for over 100,000 years. Soon unfrozen, the form-changing creature wreaks havoc, creates terror... and becomes one of them.

Safe (1995) dir. Todd Haynes

Carol White, a Los Angeles housewife in the late 1980s, comes down with a debilitating illness with no clear diagnosis.

Music by GRAMR 

Boo! Welcome to the 3rd annual Primo Kino Halloween Extravaganza! We got our costumes on and are ready to collect some hard earned Candy Corns as we answer horror movie trivia and more! Be sure to vote for your favorite costume on our Instagram @theprimokinopodcast

Where to watch Joe’s Picks

The Thing (1982) dir. John Carpenter

In the winter of 1982, a twelve-man research team at a remote Antarctic research station discovers an alien buried in the snow for over 100,000 years. Soon unfrozen, the form-changing creature wreaks havoc, creates terror... and becomes one of them.

Safe (1995) dir. Todd Haynes

Carol White, a Los Angeles housewife in the late 1980s, comes down with a debilitating illness with no clear diagnosis.

Music by GRAMR 

The Primo Kino Podcast is back! To celebrate our 2nd anniversary*, we’re giving you each of our top 10 favorite movies! No qualifications, no honorable mentions, just our straight up favorite 10. Some might say it’s impossible, but we did it!

*Please excuse us erroneously referring to it as our 3rd anniversary at the beginning

Where to watch Joe’s Picks

The Thing (1982) dir. John Carpenter

In the winter of 1982, a twelve-man research team at a remote Antarctic research station discovers an alien buried in the snow for over 100,000 years. Soon unfrozen, the form-changing creature wreaks havoc, creates terror... and becomes one of them.

Safe (1995) dir. Todd Haynes

Carol White, a Los Angeles housewife in the late 1980s, comes down with a debilitating illness with no clear diagnosis.

Music by GRAMR 

It’s time for another Primo Kino Roundup! In this episode we reflect on each of our first three rounds of Picks, with personalized diagrams courtesy of Abby! Other topics include what we’ve been watching (or not watching) lately, video games, and more! 

Where to watch Joe’s Picks

The Thing (1982) dir. John Carpenter

In the winter of 1982, a twelve-man research team at a remote Antarctic research station discovers an alien buried in the snow for over 100,000 years. Soon unfrozen, the form-changing creature wreaks havoc, creates terror... and becomes one of them.

Safe (1995) dir. Todd Haynes

Carol White, a Los Angeles housewife in the late 1980s, comes down with a debilitating illness with no clear diagnosis.

Music by GRAMR 

We’re back with some fresh baked picks! This time it’s Johnny’s picks with two thrilling detective stories. First up it’s the chilling mystery of Zodiac (2007), in which Jakey G goes to the library so much that he risks losing his family. Then, it’s the paranoid political thriller All the President’s Men (1976), in which two meddling reporters stop Richard Nixon from getting away with it. 

Zodiac (2007) dir. David Fincher

A cartoonist teams up with an ace reporter and a law enforcement officer to track down an elusive serial killer.

All The President’s Men (1976) dir. Alan J. Pakula

During the 1972 elections, two reporters' investigation sheds light on the controversial Watergate scandal that compels President Nixon to resign from his post.

Join us next time for the Roundup!

Where to watch Joe’s Picks

The Thing (1982) dir. John Carpenter

In the winter of 1982, a twelve-man research team at a remote Antarctic research station discovers an alien buried in the snow for over 100,000 years. Soon unfrozen, the form-changing creature wreaks havoc, creates terror... and becomes one of them.

Safe (1995) dir. Todd Haynes

Carol White, a Los Angeles housewife in the late 1980s, comes down with a debilitating illness with no clear diagnosis.

Music by GRAMR