Three former cinema ushers sit down weekly to do what they do best, unabashed movie banter!
Hosts George, Connor and Ben break down the week’s movie news, review the latest cinema releases and revisit classics from years gone by. Subscribe for brand new episodes every week!
Andy Serkis to Direct Venom 2 for Sony Pictures & First Trailer for Martin Scorsese's The Irishman - The Weekly Show
Aug 06, 2019
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News:18:20 Fast and Furious presents: Hobbs and Shaw has the worst opening for a Fast movie since Fast 4 in 2009.25:13 Andy Serkis has closed a deal to direct Venom 2 for Sony.32:51 Tarantino is in talks to create a four hour cut of Once Upon a Time in Hollywood exclusively for Netflix40:04 Adam Wingard is set to executive produce and direct an Event Horizon series for Amazon Trailer Time:45:10 The Irishman51:39 191756:28 Little Monsters1:00:31 The Lighthouse1:06:03 Mindhunter1:07:15 Undone1:09:42 Primal 1:12:09 Question of the Week: How did you come up with the name The Podcast Strikes Back? Katie If you enjoyed this episode don't forget to subscribe for weekly movie news and reviews podcasts. LIKE us on Facebook: https://goo.gl/Ed9vZhFOLLOW us on Instagram: https://goo.gl/aXtAaWMusic by Shawn Mayer, Mammoth Music Productions.
Hobbs & Shaw Movie Review
Aug 01, 2019
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Listen to our review to find out what we thought of Hobbs & Shaw! If you enjoyed this episode don't forget to subscribe for weekly movie news and reviews podcasts. LIKE us on Facebook: https://goo.gl/Ed9vZhFOLLOW us on Instagram: https://goo.gl/aXtAaWMusic by Shawn Mayer, Mammoth Music Productions.
IT: Chapter 2 Director Andy Muscietti Reveals Tantalising 2.5+ Hour Runtime & Spider-Man: Far From Home Crosses $1 Billion - The Weekly Show
Jul 30, 2019
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News:11:49 Australian Cable TV provider Foxtel to enter into a deal Netflix.18:06 Aladdin and Spider-Man: Far From Home cross the $1 billion mark, Lion King $30 million off.23:15 Director Andy Muscietti reveals that IT: Chapter 2 has a runtime of 2hrs and 45 mins.26:14 Venice International Film Festival artistic chief on Todd Phillip’s Joker: “It’s the most surprising film we’ve got this year."29:54 George Miller reveals that he’s finally hopeful that he can move forward with his Mad Max: Fury Road sequels.35:43 First pics from Netflix and Martin Scorcese’s The Irishman. Trailer Time:39:41 Zombieland: Double Tap43:09 Gemini Man47:18 Jojo Rabbit49:56 Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark51:44 Tigers Are Not Afraid53:22 The Fanatic 56:25 Question of the Week: Is there a movie that's been on your radar that you haven't yet seen? - George If you enjoyed this episode don't forget to subscribe for weekly movie news and reviews podcasts. LIKE us on Facebook: https://goo.gl/Ed9vZhFOLLOW us on Instagram: https://goo.gl/aXtAaWMusic by Shawn Mayer, Mammoth Music Productions.
Marvel Studios San Diego Comic Con - MCU Phase 4 Announcements (Films & Disney+ TV Series)
Jul 23, 2019
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Disney+: 2:00 Falcon and the Winter Soldier7:22 Loki12:03 WandaVision15:45 What If…?19:16 Hawkeye23:26 Overall thoughts on Disney+ announcements Films: 26:55 Black Widow32:40 The Eternals35:11 Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings38:38 Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness43:48 Thor: Love and Thunder48:56 Black Panther 2, Guardians of the Galaxy 3, Captain Marvel 2 all officially confirmed49:45 Blade53:52 Fantastic Four name dropped 58:25 Final Thoughts & Top 3 Announcements If you enjoyed this episode don't forget to subscribe for weekly movie news and reviews podcasts. LIKE us on Facebook: https://goo.gl/Ed9vZhFOLLOW us on Instagram: https://goo.gl/aXtAaWMusic by Shawn Mayer, Mammoth Music Productions.
Avengers: Endgame Breaks Avatar's Global Box Office Record & New Trailers for It: Chapter 2, Top Gun: Maverick & Watchman - The Weekly Show
Jul 23, 2019
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News: 12:05 Disney and Marvel’s Avengers: Endgame has officially crossed Avatar at the global box office.20:27 Andrew Lincoln will star in a theatrical Walking Dead film.25:27 Edward Furlong to reprise his role as a young John Connor in Terminator: Dark Fate. Trailer Time:28:59 It: Chapter 232:50 Top Gun: Maverick36:58 Ad Astra38:55 Cats45:35 Jay and Silent Bob Reboot49:44 A Beautiful day in the neighbourhood53:10 Monos57:28 Picard1:01:06 Watchman1:04:28 The Witcher1:09:18 Snowpiercer1:11:35 Harley Quinn1:14:18 Creepshow1:15:53 His Dark Materials (S1) 1:18:22 Question of the Week: I have a question not related to film. How did you guys meet, how old were you when you met and who's idea was it to start the podcast? - Anthony DeRiso If you enjoyed this episode don't forget to subscribe for weekly movie news and reviews podcasts. LIKE us on Facebook: https://goo.gl/Ed9vZhFOLLOW us on Instagram: https://goo.gl/aXtAaWMusic by Shawn Mayer, Mammoth Music Productions.
The Lion King (2019) Movie Review
Jul 18, 2019
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Listen to our review to find out what we thought of The Lion King live-action remake. If you enjoyed this episode don't forget to subscribe for weekly movie news and reviews podcasts. LIKE us on Facebook: https://goo.gl/Ed9vZhFOLLOW us on Instagram: https://goo.gl/aXtAaWMusic by Shawn Mayer, Mammoth Music Productions.
Taika Waititi to Direct Thor 4 for Marvel & Jon Favreau Says He's Already Working on The Mandalorian Season 2 - The Weekly Show
Jul 18, 2019
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News:6:49 Taika Waititi to direct Thor 4 for Marvel as WB’s Akira is delayed again.14:38 Jon Favreau says he’s already writing and pre-shooting The Mandalorian Season 2.19:52 Tarantino says a “Loophole” would allow him to direct Star Trek without it being his final film.22:58 Lashana Lynch could take over Agent 007 Moniker from Daniel Craig.30:18 Fast and Furious 9 cast photo reveals John Cena’s franchise debut. Trailer Time:34:43 The King’s Man38:01 The Hunt (teaser)42:04 Don’t Let Go 44:10 Question of the Week: Also, how do you think marvel will introduce the fantastic 4, and the rest of the sony owned characters? - Dom Bufardeci If you enjoyed this episode don't forget to subscribe for weekly movie news and reviews podcasts. LIKE us on Facebook: https://goo.gl/Ed9vZhFOLLOW us on Instagram: https://goo.gl/aXtAaWMusic by Shawn Mayer, Mammoth Music Productions.
Spider-Man: Far From Home Opens with Strong First Weekend & Joker Director Todd Phillips says the Film Doesn't Follow The Comics - The Weekly Show
Jul 09, 2019
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News: 12:12 Director Todd Phillips says Joker doesn’t follow anything from the comics.17:42 Spider-Man smashes Box Office with strong opening weekend.26:21 Halle Baily Cast as Ariel in Disney's live-action version of The Little Mermaid.34:09 Samuel L. Jackson is joining the cast to play the father of Chris Rock’s character in new Saw spinoff.38:30 Netflix reportedly looking to be “More Picky” about expensive projects. Trailer Time: 42:55 Mulan48:26 Frankenstein’s Monsters52:18 Judy55:30 Maleficent: Mistress of Evil 57:54 Question of the Week: Coming from the Netherlands, I was laughing so hard when I saw (sort of) a famous dutch actor/presenter as a soccer-fan in the prison with Peter. But I live near way bigger tulip fields and also very close to the village Broek op Langedijk, and I can assure you, the local market doesn't look anything like that. I laughed so hard again, as did the whole audience in the cinema...We do all speak English quite well here though :p If you enjoyed this episode don't forget to subscribe for weekly movie news and reviews podcasts. LIKE us on Facebook: https://goo.gl/Ed9vZhFOLLOW us on Instagram: https://goo.gl/aXtAaWMusic by Shawn Mayer, Mammoth Music Productions.
Spider-Man: Far From Home Movie Review
Jul 02, 2019
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Spider-Man: Far From Home marks the 5th appearance of Tom Holland as Peter Parker, the film concludes the epic MCU's 23 film Infinity Saga. Does the film manage to draw a satisfactory conclusion to the series whilst also having its own identity? Listen to our review to find out what we thought of Spider-Man: Far From Home. Spoilers start at 30:47. YOUTUBE - https://bit.ly/2H7T0OiSPOTIFY https://spoti.fi/2McDgFACEBOOK - https://goo.gl/Ed9vZhINSTAGRAM - https://goo.gl/aXtAaW Music by Shawn Mayer, Mammoth Music Productions.
Avengers: Endgame Falls $24 Million Short of Topping All Time Worldwide Box Office & Netflix's The Witcher Images Revealed Featuring Henry Cavill - The Weekly Show
Jul 02, 2019
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15:01 Avengers Endgame falls $24 million short of topping the all time worldwide box office after it’s re-release.18:52 Set photos indicate that Marvel’s Black Widow film will be set in 2017, between Civil War and Infinity War, and offer a better look at the villain speculated to be Taskmaster.27:08 Aladdin passes Independence Day at the global box office to become Will Smith’s highest grosser ($824 million).31:53 Paul Rudd joins cast of Ghostbusters 2020.33:18 Netflix’s The Witcher poster/stills featuring Henry Cavill revealed.38:36 Mike Flanagan is helming Midnight Mass for Netflix, seven-episode series. Trailer Time: 42:39 Charlie’s Angels47:38 Jumanji: The Next Level50:15 Jacob’s Ladder53:08 Point Blank55:31 The Peanut Butter Falcon59:20 Midway1:01:32 The Current War 1:03:53 Question of the Week: Love the content boys! Listen every week from NZ. If you all had differing opinions about ENDGAME after the last couple months.. Is there a direction you'd rather see Marvel go in phase four that they haven't touched on in the last three phases? eg. Horror, Thriller, Indie and do they go more Snyder while DC goes more Russo? - Logan Fox If you enjoyed this episode don't forget to subscribe for weekly movie news and reviews podcasts. LIKE us on Facebook: https://goo.gl/Ed9vZhFOLLOW us on Instagram: https://goo.gl/aXtAaWMusic by Shawn Mayer, Mammoth Music Productions.
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