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The Curzon Film Podcast

Interviews and discussion about the latest high quality and independent film releases from Curzon Cinemas in the UK

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Episode 36: The Clan Sep 16, 2016

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On this edition of the Curzon Film Podcast we're discussing Pablo Trapero's Argentinian crime drama 'The Clan'Winner of the Silver Lion at Venice, Trapero's film is the true life story of middle class gangster family, the Puccios. Headed by the patriarchal, steel-eyed Arquimedes, this is no rags to riches story, but a shockingly entertaining insight into one of the most shocking kidnapping stories of the 20th century. Hosting this week is Sam Howlett, joined by guest Dani Verektinidi.Produced and edited by Jake CunninghamStudio services supplied by CSRFM.comTheme music supplied by incompetech.com

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Episode 35: Captain Fantastic (With special guest Matt Ross) Sep 10, 2016

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With special guest, Captain Fantastic director Matt Ross+ Win a Captain Fantastic poster signed by Viggo Mortensen and Matt Ross by tweeting @CurzonCinemas with an answer to the following question... "In the Curzon Film Podcast interview, what animal does Matt Ross compare his film to?"This week on the Curzon Film Podcast we are delighted to welcome Matt Ross, director of the acclaimed 'Captain Fantastic', on to the show to talk about his new film. Starring Viggo Mortensen, the picture follows an isolated family, who are forced to face the real world. Also starring George MacKay (Pride), Kathryn Hahn (Transparent, Step Brothers, Afternoon Delight) and Steve Zahn, the film overcomes the cliché fish-out-of-water story, to become an intricate discussion on idealistic parenthood, politics and grief. George Howlett leads the interview with Matt, whilst Helen and Jake are in the studio to talk about the film.Produced and edited by Jake CunninghamMusic supplied by incompetech.comStudio services from csrfm.com

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Episode 34: Things to Come (with special guest Isabelle Huppert) Sep 02, 2016

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We're delighted to be joined by screen legend Isabelle Huppert on this weeks Curzon Podcast. Huppert has worked with the likes of Michael Haneke. David O Russell and Michael Cimino, and can be seen this week in Mia Hansen-Love's 'Things to Come'. Following up the acclaimed 'Eden', the film finds Huppert at the later stages of life, suddenly thrown in to chaos as her husband leaves and mother dies. Discussing the film are Sam, Jake and Helen, whilst Irene and Ryan had the pleasure of interviewing the film's star. Produced and edited by Jake Cunningham Music supplied by incompetech.com Studio services by CSRFM.com

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Episode 33: Julieta Aug 26, 2016

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In this edition of the Curzon Film Podcast we discuss the latest offering from Pedro Almodovar, the gorgeous 'Julieta'. The Spanish master of melodrama has created a saturated, guilt-ridden drama that stands up with his very best, and to talk about it we have regular host Helen, and Curzon staff Freddie and Ersi.Produced and edited by Jake CunninghamMusic supplied by incompetech.comStudio services by csrfm.com

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Episode 32: The Childhood of a Leader Aug 19, 2016

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In this episode of the Curzon Film Podcast we discuss Brady Corbet's stunning debut feature 'The Childhood of a Leader', winner of Best Director and Best Debut Film at Venice Film Festival, Corbet's film is a grand ficto-historical snapshot into the mouldings of a fascist leader. Attempting to peel away the film's layers in this week's episode are Helen Seymour and Jake CunninghamProduced and edited by Jake CunninghamMusic supplied by incompetech.comStudio services provided by csrfm.com

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Episode 31: Weiner Dog Aug 12, 2016

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In this edition of the Curzon Film Podcast we discuss Todd Solondz latest black comedy 'Weiner-Dog', an anthology of dark and devious shorts, all linked by the eponymous canine. Starring Greta Gerwig, Danny Devito, Ellen Burstyn and Keiran Culkin, the film finds Solondz treading on familiar territory, but at times there is a light in the darkness. On the podcast this week is Sam Howlett, Helen Seymour and Jake Cunningham.

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Episode 30: All About Almodóvar Aug 05, 2016

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With his latest film Julieta hitting cinema screens at the end of August and with Curzon Bloomsbury at the beginnings of their Almodóvar retrospective, this week on the Curzon Film Podcast we focus on the Spanish melodrama master. Winner of multiple academies awards, Almodovar has brought out astonishing performances by Antonio Banderas and Penelope Cruz; in this episode Sam and Dani discuss his best work, his most controversial, and his role in modern cinema. Produced and edited by Jake CunninghamMusic supplied by incompetech.comStudio services by csrfm.com

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Episode 29: The Commune Jul 29, 2016

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In 1998 Thomas Vinterberg's burst on to the European art house scene with 'Festen', a film that peeled away the papered cracks in a family until they broke apart. After the success of last years 'Far From the Madding Crowd', Vinterberg returns to his native Denmark for 'The Commune'. Recycling themes from 'Festen', the film is inspired by the directors time living in a commune in the 70's, and the joys and failings of living in unity. Reviewed by host Helen Seymour and guests Jenna Hobbs and Dani Verektenidi Produced and edited by Jake CunninghamMusic supplied by incompetech.comStudio services by CSRFM.com

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Episode 28: The BFG Jul 22, 2016

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This week on the Curzon Film Podcast we enter Giant Country, to meet its biggest, friendliest resident. Steven Spielberg's second collaboration with Mark Rylance in less than a year (after 'Bridge of Spies'), sees the Oscar winning actor fill the large shoes of one of Roald Dahl's greatest creations. Hosted by Sam Howlett, with guests Helen Seymour and Jenna Hobbs, grab a glasss of Frobscottle and settle down to the Curzon Film Podcast.Produced and edited by Jake CunninghamMusic supplied by incompetech.comThanks to CSR for studio use csrfm.com

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Episode 27: Best Films of 2016 So Far Jul 15, 2016

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We're halfway through 2016, so on this weeks Curzon Film Podcast, Sam, Helen and Jenna discuss what they think to be the best films to have been released so far. Award winning films like Room and Fire at Sea make the list, but it seems like horror fanatic Sam has managed to convert some to his cause.Produced and edited by Jake CunninghamMusic supplied by incompetech.com

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