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!
'Deadpool 2' Trailer #2 Drops + Cathy Yan To Direct Margot Robbie In Harley Quinn Film - The Weekly Show
Apr 22, 2018
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It seems like it was only yesterday that the first "proper" DP2 trailer dropped, and now we have another more substantial look at the film - this week George, Connor and Ben give their thoughts on the action-packed tease, they also discuss news that DC has chosen Cathy Yan (Dead Pigs) to direct a Harley Quinn spinoff starring Margot Robbie.This Week’s Movie News:- Cathy Yan (Dead Pigs) has been tapped to direct a Harley Quinn spinoff. - Steven Spielberg's Amblin Entertainment and Warner Bros. are teaming up to produce DC comic adaptation Blackhawks. - Paramount has made a deal with F. Gary Gray (The Fate of the Furious) to team with Hasbro to develop and direct M.A.S.K. - Jesse Plemons to star with Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt in Disney’s The Jungle Cruise based on the ride. - The H Collective and Vin Diesel’s One Race Films have acquired rights to the xXx film franchise. - David Fincher’s World War Z 2 is no longer shooting this year, Fincher instead working on Mindhunter season 2. - David Leitch (Atomic Blonde, Deadpool 2) to direct videogame-movie ‘The Division’. Trailer Time:- Deadpool 2 - Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom - Equalizer 2 International/Domestic Trailer - 2001 A Space Odyssey George’s Star Wars Corner: - Ron Howard tweets first reactions to Solo: A Star Wars story. Question of the Week: “What is your favourite DCEU film?” If you enjoyed this episode don't forget to subscribe for weekly movie news podcasts. Watch this episode and more clips on YouTube @The Podcast Strikes Back. LIKE us on Facebook @thepodcaststrikesback. FOLLOW US on Instagram @thepodcaststrikesback. Music by Shawn Mayer, Mammoth Music Productions.
'Isle of Dogs' Movie Review Discussion
Apr 15, 2018
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Wes Anderson returns with yet another quaint and quirky film starring a troop of talent including Edward Norton, Brian Cranston and Jeff Goldblum. 'Isle of Dogs' is Anderson’s second stop-motion film, the other being Fantastic Mr Fox. With a stellar cast and his unique style, Anderson creates an intriguing inclusion into his filmography. Is ‘Isle of Dogs’ worth a watch? Listen to our review to find out. If you enjoyed this episode don't forget to hit that subscribe button for weekly movie news and reviews podcasts.LIKE us on Facebook and FOLLOW US on Instagram @thepodcaststrikesbackMusic by Shawn Mayer, Mammoth Music Productions.
'Rampage' Movie Review Discussion
Apr 15, 2018
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Rampage is Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson’s new mega-blockbuster based on the 1986 game of the same name, that looks to bring as much action and destruction to the screen as possible.Is ‘Rampage’ worth a watch? Listen to our review to find out. If you enjoyed this episode don't forget to hit that subscribe button for weekly movie news and reviews podcasts.LIKE us on Facebook and FOLLOW US on Instagram @thepodcaststrikesbackMusic by Shawn Mayer, Mammoth Music Productions.
Trailer Review Of 'Solo: A Star Wars Story' + Bill Hader and James McAvoy To Star In 'It: Chapter 2'?! - Weekly Movie News
Apr 15, 2018
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This week the TPSB guys finally got a chance to sit down and talk about the new 'Solo' trailer that dropped earlier in the week! The guys also discuss the new ‘Fast and Furious’ spin-off, T.J Miller’s continued decline, and 'It: Chapter 2' casting rumours. Enjoy! This Week’s Movie News:- 'Deadpool 2' and 'Atomic Blonde's David Leitch confirmed as the director for the 'Fast And Furious' spin-off, Hobbes and Shaw. - T.J. Miller has been arrested for a fake bomb threat. - Netflix CCO, Ted Sarandos, confirms that Netflix is pulling out of the Cannes Film Festival - 'It: Chapter 2' to begin filming in July, Bill Hader and James McAvoy are both in talks to star. - Gabriel Luna cast as a Terminator the upcoming sequel directed by Tim Miller. - Apple has confirmed that it is developing a series based on Isaac Asimov’s celebrated 'Foundation' sci-fi novels. - Writer and director of 'Ex Machina' and 'Annihilation', Alex Garland, has written a horror script for a film called 'The Toymaker's Secret'. Trailer Time:- Solo: A Star Wars Story - Incredibles 2 - The Meg - Dark Crimes - American AnimalsGeorge’s Star Wars Corner: - 'Solo: A Star Wars Story' runtime revealed, clocking in at 2 hours and 15 mins. - Fox/Disney merger said to be concluded by mid-2019, what will this mean for theatrical editions? If you enjoyed this episode don't forget to hit that subscribe button for weekly movie news and reviews podcasts.LIKE us on Facebook and FOLLOW US on Instagram @thepodcaststrikesbackMusic by Shawn Mayer, Mammoth Music Productions.
'A Quiet Place' Movie Review Discussion
Apr 08, 2018
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John Krasinski, who is known for his comedic portrayal of Jim in the Office, delves into the genre of horror for the first time, directing and starring in the film with his real-life wife Emily Blunt. 'A Quiet Place' takes a simple concept (you make noise, you die) and creates a compact and suspenseful flick. Is ‘A Quiet Place’ worth a watch? Listen to our discussion to find out what the TPSB crew thought.If you enjoyed this episode don't forget to hit that subscribe button for weekly movie news and reviews podcasts.LIKE us on Facebook and Instagram @thepodcaststrikesbackMusic by Shawn Mayer, Mammoth Music Productions.
Amazon's 'Lord Of The Rings' Series To Cost $1 Billion + Dwayne Johnson/Vin Diesel Beef - Weekly Movie News
Apr 08, 2018
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We’re back for another episode and omg so much cool stuff dropped this week! The guys discussed Amazon’s upcoming 'Lord of the Rings' TV series and also a really cool sci-fi trailer for Upgrade from Saw writer Leigh Whannell. Enjoy! This Week’s Movie News: - ‘Indiana Jones 5’ will be Harrison Ford’s last time playing the iconic character. - Amazon’s 'Lord of the Rings' TV series is expected to cost north of 1 billion dollars. - FX has ordered a pilot of 'Y: The Last Man', based on the Vertigo comic of the same name by Brian K. Vaughan and Pia Guerra. - A new report from Bleeding Cool suggests who Woody Harrelson will be playing in 'Venom'. - Dwayne Johnson Rolling Stone interview offers a very candid look at his relationship with Vin Diesel. Trailer Time: - Infinity War Chant tv spot - Fahrenheit 451 - The Man Who Killed Don Quixote - UpgradeGeorge’s Star Wars Corner: - Tony Gilroy Breaks His Silence on ‘Rogue One’ Reshoots. - Simon Pegg says J.J. Abrams may have had something else in mind for Rey’s parentage. If you enjoyed this episode don't forget to hit that subscribe button for weekly movie news and reviews podcasts.LIKE us on Facebook and Instagram @thepodcaststrikesbackMusic by Shawn Mayer, Mammoth Music Productions.
Donald Glover & FX Part Ways On Animated Deadpool TV Series - Weekly Movie News
Apr 05, 2018
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Hey guys, super sorry we are late on this week’s episodes, we had some technical issues and lost the audio. We really wanted to get it out to you guys so we have used the camera audio, you will notice this episode's audio quality is lower than usual. Next week we will be back to full capacity. Thanks for listening, we hope you enjoy it <3 TPSB This Week’s Movie News: - Captain Marvel will include Guardians of the Galaxy's Lee Pace as Ronan The Accuser and Djimon Hounsou as Korath the Pursuer, and Clark Gregg, as Avengers and Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. favourite Phil Coulson. - Simon Kinberg's X-Men: Dark Phoenix moves from November of this year to February 14th, 2019 and Josh Boone’s New Mutants to from February to August 2019. - Stephen and Donald Glover and FX part ways with animated Deadpool TV series “due to creative differences”. - Steven Spielberg confirms Colin Trevorrow is back from director gaol and will direct Jurassic World 3. - Tom Hardy says Venom will definitely wear a costume in Venom. - Marvel to launch first Fantastic Four comic in several years, after cancelling the book in the lead up to Josh Trank’s reboot. Trailer Time: - Terminal - First Reformed - Cargo - The House with Clocks in the Walls George’s Star Wars Corner: - The Last Jedi Blu Ray Review If you enjoyed this episode don't forget to hit that subscribe button and write us a review! Music by Shawn Mayer, Mammoth Music Productions.
Beers N'Banter #5: 'Ready Player One' Movie Review (Non-Spoiler)
Apr 05, 2018
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Hey guys, super sorry we are late on this week’s episodes, we had some technical issues and lost the audio. We really wanted to get it out to you guys so we have used the camera audio, you will notice this episode's audio quality is lower than usual. Additionnally, we do not have the usual spoiler section in this review. Next week we will be back to full capacity. Thanks for listening, we hope you enjoy it <3 TPSBRegular listeners will know none of us have been very excited for Ready Player One, now we have seen the film and here is our review… Spoilers - none of us enjoyed it so we decided to drink beer and rail on it for 30 mins. The film stars Tye Sheridan, Olivia Cooke, Ben Mendelsohn, Lena Waithe, Simon Pegg, and Mark Rylance.Does ‘Ready Player One’ deliver (no it doesn’t)? Listen to our discussion to find out what the TPSB crew thought.If you enjoyed this episode don't forget to hit that subscribe button for weekly movie news and reviews podcasts.LIKE us on Facebook and Instagram @thepodcaststrikesback.Music by Shawn Mayer, Mammoth Music Productions.
'Pacific Rim Uprising' Movie Review Discussion
Mar 25, 2018
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American screenwriter and television producer Steven S. DeKnight (Daredevil, Buffy the Vampire Slayer) makes his feature-film directorial debut in ‘Pacific Rim Uprising’, the sequel to the 2013 film directed by Guillermo del Toro. Warner Bros. is after a hit with this follow up and are clearly gunning to turn this into a successful franchise. The sequel stars John Boyega (also making his producer debut), Scott Eastwood, Cailee Spaeny, Jing Tian, Adria Arjona, and Zhang Jin, with Rinko Kikuchi, Charlie Day, and Burn Gorman. Does ‘Pacific Rim Uprising’ deliver? Listen to our discussion to find out what the TPSB crew thought. If you enjoyed this episode don't forget to hit that subscribe button for weekly movie news and reviews podcasts. LIKE us on Facebook and Instagram @thepodcaststrikesback. WATCH this episode on YouTube @thepodcaststrikesback.Music by Shawn Mayer, Mammoth Music Productions.
Captain America's Last Film Will Be 'Avengers 4' + 'Deadpool 2' Trailer Review - Weekly Movie News
Mar 25, 2018
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This Week’s Movie News: - Chris Evans says he’s done playing Captain America after 'Avengers 4', according to New York Times interview - Netflix Originals are now barred from competition at Cannes & Steven Spielberg says they should not qualify for Oscars. - Steven Spielberg has revealed that he will be shooting 'Indiana Jones 5' in April 2019 in the UK. - Tessa Thompson is joining her ‘Thor: Ragnarok’ costar Chris Hemsworth in Sony's ‘Men in Black’ reboot. - Charlie Bean has closed a deal to helm the live-action/CG hybrid remake of Disney’s animated classic, ‘Lady and the Tramp’.Trailer Time: - Deadpool 2 - Terminal - Wildling - Tag - NightflyersGeorge’s Star Wars Corner: - Phil Lord and Chris Miller to receive executive producer credits on ‘Solo: A Star Wars Story’. - Rian Johnson says his new trilogy will not be influenced by ‘The Last Jedi’ fan backlash. What are you most looking forward to out of all this week’s news? Sound off on Facebook and Instagram @thepodcaststrikesback and let us know! If you enjoyed this episode don't forget to hit that subscribe button and write us a review! Music by Shawn Mayer, Mammoth Music Productions.
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