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Q&A: Our new segment, horror’s descent and Dick Van Dyke’s accent

Sun, 08 Nov 2020 18:50:45 +0000

In our first ever Q&A, we’re joined by listener Brandon to cover a variety of topics that range from “What’s the worst film you love?” to “What film would you use to represent America”!

BONUS: HIS HOUSE and A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET

Sat, 31 Oct 2020 21:19:57 +0000

.Sam and J-L are back with a spooky Halloween special! Horror classic A Nightmare on Elm Street gets mixed reviews from the two hosts, whilst new Netflix horror His House gets an in-depth review; the duo give their thoughts on the state of cinema in the wake of the UK's second lockdown. RIP Sean Connery.

Now Showing: Borat 2, Pixie and Rebecca

Tue, 27 Oct 2020 20:21:27 +0000

J-L and a self-isolated Sam take a look at the Amazon Original sequel 'Borat Subsequent Moviefilm'. Plus Sam gives his gloomy thoughts on Netflix's Hitchcock remake Rebecca, starring Arnie Hammer and Lily James, whilst J-L looks at Irish indie film Pixie. Follow us on Twitter at @NowShowingFilm!

Now Showing: THE TRIAL OF THE CHICAGO 7 and KAJILLIONAIRE

Thu, 22 Oct 2020 16:23:32 +0000

Sam and J-L take a look at Miranda July’s newest film Kajillionaire before discussing the newest Netflix original, The Trial of the Chicago 7. Pizza Time.

Now Showing: SAINT MAUD and TWD: WORLD BEYOND

Mon, 12 Oct 2020 00:14:54 +0000

This week, the dynamic duo take a look at the new A24 horror Saint Maud, but not before delving into the world of The Walking Dead and it’s newest spinoff - World Beyond; taking a look at The Haunting of Bly Manor; and analysing the intricacies of the Rocky franchise.

TIMESTAMPS:

Saint Maud (spoilers start): 83:10

Saints Maud (spoilers end): 100:20

Now Showing: ENOLA HOLMES and SCHEMERS

Tue, 29 Sep 2020 10:00:00 +0000

Sam and J-L point their magnifying glasses at a pair of rather different new releases, Scottish indie film Schemers and new Netflix original Enola Holmes! Elementary, my dear Houston.

TIMESTAMPS:

Enola Holmes (spoilers start): 1:24:00

Enola Holmes (spoilers end): 1:36:58

Now Showing: BILL & TED FACE THE MUSIC and THE DEVIL ALL THE TIME

Sun, 20 Sep 2020 14:41:49 +0000

Sam and J-L are back to take a look at the newest instalment of the Bill and Ted franchise. The duo also take a look at the new Netflix original The Devil All The Time and a couple of UK crime dramas. Most bodacious.

Now Showing: THE NEW MUTANTS and I'M THINKING OF ENDING THINGS

Fri, 11 Sep 2020 11:59:03 +0000

Sam and Jordan-Luke are once again joined by Boe. The trio talk about the final film in the Fox X-Men franchise - The New Mutants - as well as Charlie Kaufman's new Netflix film, I'm Thinking of Ending Things, and retouching upon Christopher Nolan's TENET.

TIMESTAMPS:

Tenet (spoiler start): 60:10

Tenet (spoiler end): 61:30

The New Mutants (spoiler start): 72:40

The New Mutants (spoiler end): 96:15

Now Showing: TENET

Fri, 28 Aug 2020 15:17:35 +0000

Sam and Jordan-Luke are joined by friend of the podcast Boe to talk about Christopher Nolan’s newest blockbuster TENET! The DC Fandome is also discussed, with a focus on the new trailer for The Batman.

TIMESTAMPS:
Tenet (non-spoiler): 52:15

Tenet (with spoilers): 1:19:15

End of Tenet spoilers: 1:36:15

Now Showing: Return of the Cinema

Fri, 21 Aug 2020 14:05:16 +0000

The boys are back with a special look at six current films - Unhinged, Project Power, An American Pickle, Proxima, Babyteeth and The Hunt all get quickfire reviews in this episode celebrating the return of the silver screen!

BONUS: Desert Island DVDs

Fri, 07 Aug 2020 15:17:22 +0000

A special bonus episode! 5 films, 3 TV shows, a luxury item and a snack to enjoy on a desert island! J-L and Sam give you their silver screen spin on radio classic Desert Island Discs.

EP6: I've Never Seen... 12 Angry Men and Psycho

Fri, 31 Jul 2020 14:57:27 +0000

Sam and Jordan-Luke take a look at two more classics this week. J-L recommended the 1957 legal drama 12 Angry Men from Sidney Lumet, whilst Sam suggested Alfred Hitchcock's 1960 renowned thriller Psycho. The pair also discuss the latest film and TV news, take a look at the new biopic Radioactive - and talk about finally returning to the cinema!

EP5: I've Never Seen... Saving Private Ryan

Fri, 24 Jul 2020 17:37:58 +0000

Sam and J-L are joined by Now Showing veteran Izaac to discuss the Spielberg war-epic Saving Private Ryan. The crew look over the latest film news, discuss pickles (again) and have a quiz about all things Ryan.

EP4: I've Never Seen... The Woman In Black, Whiplash and The Old Guard

Fri, 17 Jul 2020 13:16:43 +0000

Sam and Jordan-Luke take a look at new Netflix original The Old Guard, starring Charlize Theron, before delving into two personal favourites: the 2012 horror The Woman in Black and the 2014 drama Whiplash.

EP3: I've Never Seen... The Shining

Fri, 10 Jul 2020 17:06:10 +0000

Sam and Jordan-Luke are joined by their first guest - football journalist and friend @SportsJonny. The trio take a look at the 1980 horror classic 'The Shining', but not before discussing what else they’ve been watching and some news from the industry. Seth Rogen turns himself into a pickle.

EP2: I've Never Seen... Goodfellas and Get Out

Fri, 03 Jul 2020 12:07:34 +0000

Sam and Jordan-Luke are back for the second episode of the new and improved Now Showing podcast! In this episode, we take a look at the 1990 gangster epic Goodfellas, which J-L had never seen before, and the 2017 horror Get Out, which Sam had missed out on until recently. We also talk about what we have been watching in the last week and discuss a few pieces of recent industry news.

EP1: I've Never Seen... Blade Runner and Blade Runner 2049 (Part 2)

Sat, 27 Jun 2020 14:21:11 +0000

The second part of the new iteration of the Now Showing podcast! In this part we look in detail at both Ridley Scott's 1982 classic Blade Runner, based on the book Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? by Philip K. Dick and the 2017 sequel it spawned, Denis Villeneuve's Blade Runner 2049.

TIMESTAMPS:
Blade Runner (with spoilers): Aprox. 2:00-39:40

Blade Runner 2049 (non-spoiler) 39:40-58:53

Blade Runner 2049 (with spoilers) 58:53-1:11:20

EP1: I've Never Seen... Blade Runner and Blade Runner 2049 (Part 1)

Fri, 26 Jun 2020 17:14:42 +0000

After a lengthy absence, Sam is back with the beginning of a Now Showing series, with the help of new co-host Jordan-Luke McDonald, entitled I've Never Seen..., in this episode we'll talk about the podcast, what we've been watching and some news in the world of film before reviewing both of the Blade Runner films.

This episode has been split into two parts due to it's length - this part consists of our news, podcast discussion and personal viewing experiences. The reviews will be released soon in part 2.

Now Showing: Toy Story 4, Bee Movie and Spider-Man 2.

Thu, 27 Jun 2019 13:50:39 +0000

Me and Scott of the Gremlin Gang podcast have a look at 2 of our favourite films from our childhoods; Bee Movie and Sam Raimi's Spider-Man 2 as well as having a look at this week's blockbuster film Toy Story 4!

Now Showing: Men In Black: International, Se7en and Mad Max: Fury Road.

Thu, 20 Jun 2019 16:04:08 +0000

Jorgen has gone missing. Sam has been forced to drag a homeless man off the street to record one shitshow of a last minute podcast! We cover the dull new Men In Black film, an old classic and a meathead's dream.

Now Showing: Dark Phoenix, Call Me By Your Name, Silence Of The Lambs.

Mon, 10 Jun 2019 09:23:57 +0000

The first episode on our new podcast about all things film! Join Sam and Jorgen as they begin their journey through old and new with a look at the 2017 coming-of-age romantic drama film Call Me By Your Name, the 1991 classic thriller Silence of The Lambs and a film currently in silver screens around the world, X-Men Dark Phoenix as well as an overview in this week's news, announced projects and upcoming films.