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Interview with “The Last Journey” Co-Directors/Writers, Filip Hammar and Fredrik Wikingsson Feb 21, 2025

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From Sweden to Sydney, a heartwarming journey unfolds this week as we talk with Filip and Fredrik, the creators of 'The Last Journey.' They delve into the origins of the film, the inspiration behind capturing Filip's father's story, and the emotions involved in seeing a loved one grow older. They reflect on the unique blend of humor and tragedy in Swedish, as well as universal, storytelling. The conversation touches on their friendship, the dynamics of working together, and the impact of their film as an inspiration for others to reconnect with their loved ones. They also share their disdain for scripted comedy, preferring the authenticity of real-life humor, and conclude with recommendations for those who enjoyed 'The Last Journey,' including the film 'Sideways.'
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:18 Journey to Australia
01:40 The Film's Origin Story
03:40 Capturing Real Moments
04:53 Humor and Friendship
06:20 Harry Belafonte and Personal Stories
10:06 Swedish Humor and Film Philosophy
13:23 Final Thoughts and Recommendations

The Last Journey will be released in Australian cinemas on February 27.

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

Bamboozled - Turn his TV off Feb 18, 2025

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Welcome to our Reference Degustation where we take you through a month long double dolly celebration of Spike Lee Joints.

Tap dance centre stage into the awards ceremony and get your freak on while hoofin and getting the loot. Turn his TV off with Bamboozled this week.

If you’d like to watch along, we will be covering the below…

Do The Right Thing (1989)
Malcolm X (1992)
Bamboozled (2000)
BlacKkKlansman (2018)

Thanks to patrons and guests for contributing to common and recurring themes we will be incorporating as we review. Check out Dan Mecca’s piece on Spike Lee.

Check out more tasty Reference Degustations…

2020 – Hayao Miyazaki

2021 – Taika Waititi

2022 – Quentin Tarantino

2023 – Takashi Miike

2024 – Martin Scorsese

We also posted coverage for exclusive early access to Sinners Trailer 2 and had our submitted question answered by Ryan Coogler.

Interview with “Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy” Director, Michael Morris Feb 13, 2025

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This week we interview Michael Morris to discuss the latest entry in the beloved Bridget Jones franchise, 'Mad About The Boy.' Morris shares his personal connection to the series and reflects on the responsibility of continuing Bridget's story. The conversation delves into the emotional depth added to the new film, the challenges of incorporating grief into the narrative, and the introduction of new characters.

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00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:29 Discussing the Bridget Jones Franchise
01:51 New Additions to the Cast
02:06 Themes of Continuation and Change
03:43 Exploring Grief and Comedy
07:21 Bridget as a Parent
09:21 Soundtrack and Final Thoughts
10:34 Conclusion and Farewell

Malcolm X - To be or not to be American? Feb 11, 2025

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Welcome to our Reference Degustation where we take you through a month long double dolly celebration of Spike Lee Joints.
Discern the white (devil) dictionary and throw off the shackles of cultural colonialism from Harlem to Soweto. Tap into the region where the people had color with Spike Lee's Malcolm X this week.

If you'd like to watch along, we will be covering the below...

Do The Right Thing (1989)
Malcolm X (1992)
Bamboozled (2000)
BlacKkKlansman (2018)

Thanks to patrons and guests for contributing to common and recurring themes we will be incorporating as we review. Check out Brent/Home Video Hustle's review episode of Malcolm X and Dan Mecca's piece on Spike Lee.

Check out more tasty Reference Degustations...

2020 - Hayao Miyazaki

2021 - Taika Waititi

2022 - Quentin Tarantino

2023 - Takashi Miike

2024 - Martin Scorsese

We also posted coverage for exclusive early access to Sinners Trailer 2 and had our submitted question answered by Ryan Coogler.

Do the Right Thing - Mookie X Feb 05, 2025

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Welcome to our Reference Degustation where we take you through a month long double dolly celebration of Spike Lee Joints.

Tune in to Mister Senor Love Daddy, curate the Wall of Fame and survive the rising heat. Keep it nasty to your ears, the ears to your nasty with Do the Right Thing this week.
If you'd like to watch along, we will be covering the below...
Do The Right Thing (1989)
Malcolm X (1992)
Bamboozled (2000)
BlacKkKlansman (2018)
Thanks to patrons and guests for contributing to common and recurring themes we will be incorporating as we review.
Check out more tasty Reference Degustations...
2020 - Hayao Miyazaki
2021 - Taika Waititi
2022 - Quentin Tarantino
2023 - Takashi Miike
2024 - Martin Scorsese
We also posted coverage for exclusive early access to Sinners Trailer 2 and had our submitted question answered by Ryan Coogler.

Wolf Man, Babygirl, Companion & Oshi No Ko Feb 01, 2025

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In this week's Reference Max we review Wolf Man, Babygirl, Companion and Oshi No Ko - The Final Act.

Check out our podcast feed and YouTube for interviews for Wolf Man and Companion.

Interview with “Wolf Man” Writer/Director, Leigh Whannell

Interview with "Companion" Writer/Director, Drew Hancock

We also posted coverage for exclusive early access to Sinners Trailer 2 and had our submitted question answered by Ryan Coogler.

Quid Pro Mo to The B - Side podcast for having KT on to love on Queen Latifah and her films.

Interview with "Companion" Writer/Director, Drew Hancock Jan 28, 2025

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This week, we sit down with Drew Hancock to discuss his film 'Companion'. Hancock elaborates on the challenges of balancing visually striking sci-fi elements with grounded, relatable themes of relationships. He emphasizes the importance of shooting the movie more like a relationship drama rather than a typical sci-fi film, comparing it to works like 'Marriage Story' instead of 'Minority Report'. The film centers around Iris, a woman escaping a toxic relationship and discovering self-empowerment, portrayed metaphorically through her interactions with AI. Hancock also shares insights into key moments in the film, particularly a pivotal breakup scene that highlights character transformations. The episode wraps up with Hancock's recommendations for a double feature, including 'Lars and the Real Girl' and 'Upgrade'.
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00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:24 Balancing Visuals and Themes
01:18 Relatable Storytelling
02:22 Character Dynamics and Relatability
03:09 Directing Challenges and Key Moments
04:20 Final Thoughts and Recommendations

Samson & Delilah - We Gon’ Be Alright Jan 22, 2025

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Allow the still silent moments to speak truths to who you are and the love you deserve. Reflect with us as we review Samson & Delilah this week.

Included clip of Warwick Thornton acceptance speech at 2009 Deadlys for Outstanding Achievement in Film:

https://youtu.be/3BpxkZR-P5g?si=81rfrw5oDQkChDo1

Trigger warning: actors and people mentioned in this review episode may have passed away at the time of you listening.

Talk to your workplace about launching a RAP and work with Supply Nation for procurement. Links to orgs and causes you can donate to:

Aboriginal Embassy:
https://aboriginalembassy.com/donate

Pay The Rent:
https://paytherent.net.au/
Dhadjowa Foundation:
https://dhadjowa.com.au/pages/donate
Our Islands Our Home:
https://ourislandsourhome.com.au/
First Nations Futures:
https://www.firstnationsfutures.com/co-invest
Common Ground:
https://www.commonground.org.au/donate
Change The Record:
https://www.changetherecord.org.au/donate
Seed Mob:
https://seed-mobs-eoy-giving.raisely.com/
Uprising Of The People:
https://uprisingofthepeople.org/pages/donate-help-us-grow-and-thrive
Indigenous X:
https://indigenousx.com.au/donate/
Magabala Books:
https://magabala.com/pages/support-us
Djirra:
https://www.givenow.com.au/fvpls
Awesome Black Media:
https://awesomeblack.org/awesome-black-media/ab-club/
Mental Health for Mob:

https://www.gofundme.com/f/nj2my-mental-health-for-mob?utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet&utm_medium=copy_link_all&utm_source=customer

We also got more great watching recs from our First Nations fam:

The Last Wave (1977)

My Survival as an Aboriginal (1978)

Ten Canoes (2006)

Charlie’s Country (2013)

Sweet Country (2017)

The Drover’s Wife (2021)

Interview with “Wolf Man” Writer/Director, Leigh Whannell Jan 16, 2025

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Join us for a fascinating conversation with visionary writer-director Leigh Whannell, the creative force behind films like "Saw," "Insidious," and "The Invisible Man." Leigh dives deep into his latest film, "Wolf Man," exploring its grounded approach to horror, the emotional core that drives his narratives, and the unique challenges of filmmaking during a global pandemic. Discover the inspiration behind "Wolf Man," the collaborative process with his wife, and Leigh's thoughtful insights on balancing genre elements with heartfelt storytelling.
Wolf Man is out now in Australian Cinemas.
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Thanks to the team at Universal AUS.

Interview with “One Mind, One Heart” Director, Larissa Behrendt Jan 14, 2025

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Larissa Behrendt – a Euahleyai/Gamillaroi woman – is an academic, lawyer, award winning author and an award winning filmmaker.
One Mind, One Heart is a documentary focusing on when a historic Yirrkala bark petition was found in Derby, Western Australia, the community began the ceremony of guiding its journey back to Yolngu Country.
One Mind, One Heart will screen on SBS on 19th January.

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

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