Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast The Film Angle
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| 136: The Ghibli Angle: Kiki's Delivery Service | 14 mai 2025 | 00:40:53 | |
In this episode of The Ghibli Angle, Kris and Alex discuss Kiki's Delivery Service. In this series, Kris will guide Alex through one of his biggest cinematic blindspots, the films of Hayao Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli. Use our special link https://zencastr.com/?via=thefilmangle to sign up for Zencastr, the platform we use to record this podcast! We would love to hear your thoughts. Please subscribe, rate, and review us where possible! (00:00) Intro (00:10) Kiki’s Delivery Service (27:10) The Price is Right: Ghibli Edition (38:31) Next time on the Ghibli Angle (40:28) Outro Listen to The Film Angle Playlist here. We are now on YouTube! You can subscribe to the channel here. Logo and music created by Alfie Hunter-Martin. Instagram: @thefilmangle TikTok: @thefilmangle Kris's Letterboxd | |||
| 135: Thunderbolts*, Havoc and Cleo from 5 to 7 | 07 mai 2025 | 01:22:24 | |
In this episode, Kris and Alex review the new Marvel film, Thunderbolts*, before moving on to the new Gareth Evans Netflix martial arts film, Havoc. They then dip back into their Sight & Sound Greatest Films of All Time blindspot series by reviewing Agnes Varda's, Cleo from 5 to 7. Use our special link https://zencastr.com/?via=thefilmangle to sign up for Zencastr, the platform we use to record this podcast! We would love to hear your thoughts. Please subscribe, rate, and review us where possible! (00:00) Intro (00:35) Catching Up (07:49) Thunderbolts* Spoiler Free Review (19:13) Thunderbolts* SPOILERS Review (49:04) Havoc Spoiler Free Review (01:00:33) Sight & Sound Blindspots: Cleo from 5 to 7 (01:19:01) Next Episode (01:21:53) Outro Listen to The Film Angle Playlist here. We are now on YouTube! You can subscribe to the channel here. Logo and music created by Alfie Hunter-Martin. Instagram: @thefilmangle TikTok: @thefilmangle Kris's Letterboxd | |||
| 134: Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith and Sinners | 30 avr. 2025 | 01:47:18 | |
In this episode, Kris and Alex discuss the re-release of Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith, before discussing the new Ryan Coogler vampire horror film, Sinners. Use our special link https://zencastr.com/?via=thefilmangle to sign up for Zencastr, the platform we use to record this podcast! We would love to hear your thoughts. Please subscribe, rate, and review us where possible! (00:00) Intro (00:35) Catching Up (05:14) Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith Re-release (50:33) Sinners Spoiler Free Review (01:01:02) Sinners SPOILERS Review (01:43:10) Next Episode (01:46:47) Outro Listen to The Film Angle Playlist here. We are now on YouTube! You can subscribe to the channel here. Logo and music created by Alfie Hunter-Martin. Instagram: @thefilmangle TikTok: @thefilmangle Kris's Letterboxd | |||
| 133: The Films That Streaming Forgot - Sentinel | 23 avr. 2025 | 00:56:31 | |
In this episode, Kris and Alex reboot their series "The Films That Streaming Forgot," diving into a film discovered in the depths of the streaming world: Sentinel. Before diving into that, they take time to catch up on all the film news they've missed over the past few weeks, as well as discuss Alex's recent trip to New York. Use our special link https://zencastr.com/?via=thefilmangle to sign up for Zencastr, the platform we use to record this podcast! We would love to hear your thoughts. Please subscribe, rate, and review us where possible! (00:00) Intro (00:10) Catching Up (03:42) Alex’s trip to New York (19:46) Chicken Jockey (23:42) Remembering Val Kilmer (27:41) New Oscar Category and Rules (30:33) TFTSF: Sentinel (54:12) Next Episode (56:00) Outro Listen to The Film Angle Playlist here. We are now on YouTube! You can subscribe to the channel here. Logo and music created by Alfie Hunter-Martin. Instagram: @thefilmangle TikTok: @thefilmangle Kris's Letterboxd | |||
| 132: The Ghibli Angle: Grave of the Fireflies | 16 avr. 2025 | 00:44:10 | |
In this episode of The Ghibli Angle, Kris and Alex discuss Grave of the Fireflies. In this series, Kris will guide Alex through one of his biggest cinematic blindspots, the films of Hayao Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli. Use our special link https://zencastr.com/?via=thefilmangle to sign up for Zencastr, the platform we use to record this podcast1 We would love to hear your thoughts. Please subscribe, rate, and review us where possible! (00:00) Intro (00:10) Grave of the Fireflies (31:20) Miyazaki or Mistaken Identity? (41:51) Next time on the Ghibli Angle (43:31) Outro Listen to The Film Angle Playlist here. We are now on YouTube! You can subscribe to the channel here. Logo and music created by Alfie Hunter-Martin. Instagram: @thefilmangle TikTok: @thefilmangle Kris's Letterboxd | |||
| 131: The Pearl Comb - Interview with Ali Cook | 09 avr. 2025 | 01:06:26 | |
In this episode, Alex interviews writer, director, actor and magician, Ali Cook, about his new short film, The Pearl Comb. When a fisherman’s wife, captures the attention of the medical profession as the first person to ever cure someone of tuberculosis, a doctor is sent to investigate her miraculous claim. Determined to prove that a woman’s place is in the home and not practising medicine, he soon discovers the source of her unearthly power. The film is currently in the midst of its festival run, and may be at a festival near you soon! We will include a link to it in the show notes once it becomes publicly available. As always, I hope you find the insights into the filmmaking process both fascinating and valuable. Use our special link https://zencastr.com/?via=thefilmangle to sign up for Zencastr, the platform we use to record this podcast! Let us know what you think and feel free to subscribe, rate and review us where you can! (00:00) Intro (00:10) Introducing The Peal Comb (01:57) Interview with Ali Cook (01:05:12) Final Thoughts (01:02:59) Outro Listen to The Film Angle Playlist here. We are now on YouTube! You can subscribe to the channel here. Logo and music created by Alfie Hunter-Martin. Instagram: @thefilmangle TikTok: @thefilmangle Kris's Letterboxd | |||
| 130: A Farewell to the Sony Spider-Man Universe with Alfie Hunter-Martin | 02 avr. 2025 | 02:01:28 | |
In this episode, graphic designer and podcast jingle extraordinaire, Alfie Hunter-Martin returns to the podcast to bid a late farewell to the Sony Spider-Man spin-off films, also known as SPUMC or SSU, if you prefer. We're talking Venom, Morbius, Kraven and Madame Web! Along with Kris and Alex, they discuss the history of these films and how they came to be, before ranking them and bidding farewell. Use our special link https://zencastr.com/?via=thefilmangle to sign up for Zencastr, the platform we use to record this podcast! Let us know what you think and feel free to subscribe, rate and review us where you can! (00:00) Intro (00:35) Welcome back Alfie Hunter-Martin (05:28) History of the SSU (29:06) Ranking SPUMC (01:55:15) The return of “The Films That Streaming Forgot” (02:00:59) Outro Listen to The Film Angle Playlist here. We are now on YouTube! You can subscribe to the channel here. Logo and music created by Alfie Hunter-Martin. Instagram: @thefilmangle TikTok: @thefilmangle Kris's Letterboxd | |||
| 129: The Electric State and The Searchers | 19 mars 2025 | 01:29:39 | |
In this episode, Kris and Alex review The Electric State, the latest Netflix film from the Russo Brothers that also happens to be one of the most expensive films ever made! They then get into the next blindspot on the Sight & Sound Greatest Films of All Time list, John Ford's The Searchers. Use our special link https://zencastr.com/?via=thefilmangle to sign up for Zencastr, the platform we use to record this podcast! Let us know what you think and feel free to subscribe, rate and review us where you can! (00:00) Intro (00:35) Catching Up (11:02) The Electric State - Spoiler Free (37:55) The Electric State - Spoilers (50:02) Sight & Sound Blindspots: The Searchers (01:24:37) Next Episode (01:29:11) Outro Listen to The Film Angle Playlist here. We are now on YouTube! You can subscribe to the channel here. Logo and music created by Alfie Hunter-Martin. Instagram: @thefilmangle TikTok: @thefilmangle Kris's Letterboxd | |||
| 128: Mickey 17, Captain America: Brave New World and Meshes of the Afternoon | 12 mars 2025 | 01:36:10 | |
In this episode, Kris and Alex review Bong Joon-ho’s latest film, Mickey 17, before discussing the newest Marvel Studios release, Captain America: Brave New World. They then get into the next blindspot on the Sight & Sound Greatest Films of All Time list, the influential and experimental short film, Meshes of the Afternoon. Use our special link https://zencastr.com/?via=thefilmangle to sign up for Zencastr, the platform we use to record this podcast! Let us know what you think and feel free to subscribe, rate and review us where you can! (00:00) Intro (00:35) Catching Up (03:22) Mickey 17 - Spoiler Free (22:28) Mickey 17 - Spoilers (32:21) Box Office Draft: Mickey 17 (40:15) Captain America: Brave New World - Spoiler Free (58:31) Captain America: Brave New World - Spoilers (01:12:57) Sight & Sound Blindspots: Meshes of the Afternoon (01:32:04) Next Episode (01:35:42) Outro Listen to The Film Angle Playlist here. We are now on YouTube! You can subscribe to the channel here. Logo and music created by Alfie Hunter-Martin. Instagram: @thefilmangle TikTok: @thefilmangle Kris's Letterboxd | |||
| 127: The Oscars, The Seed of the Sacred Fig and Close-Up | 05 mars 2025 | 01:22:41 | |
In this episode, Kris and Alex discuss the aftermath of The Oscars and their thoughts on the winners. They then get into their Iranian Double Bill, with new release, The Seed of the Sacred Fig and their next blindspot on the Sight & Sound Greatest Films of All Time list, Abbas Kiarostami's, Close-Up. Use our special link https://zencastr.com/?via=thefilmangle to sign up for Zencastr, the platform we use to record this podcast! Let us know what you think and feel free to subscribe, rate and review us where you can! (00:00) Intro (00:36) Catching Up On the Oscars (24:12) A Brief History of Iranian Cinema (31:44) The Seed of the Sacred Fig - Spoiler Free (43:19) The Seed of the Sacred Fig - Spoilers (54:30) Sight & Sound Blindspots: Close-Up (01:18:06) Next Episode (01:22:11) Outro Listen to The Film Angle Playlist here. We are now on YouTube! You can subscribe to the channel here. Logo and music created by Alfie Hunter-Martin. Instagram: @thefilmangle TikTok: @thefilmangle Kris's Letterboxd | |||
| 126: Ranking the 2025 Oscars Best Picture Nominations with Max Martin | 19 févr. 2025 | 01:50:48 | |
In what has become a bit of a tradition now, Alex and Kris are joined by Max Martin to rank Best Picture nominees from the 97th Academy Awards: Emilia Perez, A Complete Unknown, Conclave, Nickel Boys, The Substance, Dune: Part Two, Wicked, Anora and The Brutalist.* Max Martin is a film critic and student of all things film. He recently completed his masters in film and television from the University of Bristol and is currently researching for his PhD on the Seasons in cinema. Max writes weekly film reviews as well as recommendations, theme posts and rankings on his instagram page @max.martin.reviews. *Due to release dates we were unable to watch I'm Still Here before the recording of the podcast. Use our special link https://zencastr.com/?via=thefilmangle to sign up for Zencastr, the platform we use to record this podcast! Let us know what you think and feel free to subscribe, rate and review us where you can! (00:00) Intro (00:36) Introducing Max Martin (3:41) Max’s Four Films To Get To Know Him (14:43) Ranking the 2025 Best Picture Nominees (01:38:43) Our Oscar Predictions (01:48:03) What’s next (01:50:21) Outro Listen to The Film Angle Playlist here. We are now on YouTube! You can subscribe to the channel here. Logo and music created by Alfie Hunter-Martin. Instagram: @thefilmangle TikTok: @thefilmangle Kris's Letterboxd | |||
| 125: The Ghibli Angle: My Neighbour Totoro | 12 févr. 2025 | 00:43:32 | |
In this episode of The Ghibli Angle, Kris and Alex discuss My Neighbour Totoro. In this series, Kris will guide Alex through one of his biggest cinematic blindspots, the films of Hayao Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli. Use our special link https://zencastr.com/?via=thefilmangle to sign up for Zencastr, the platform we use to record this podcast1 We would love to hear your thoughts. Please subscribe, rate, and review us where possible! (00:00) Intro (00:10) My Neighbour Totoro (31:33) Totoro or Totono? (39:39) Next time on the Ghibli Angle (43:02) Outro Listen to The Film Angle Playlist here. We are now on YouTube! You can subscribe to the channelhere. Logo and music created by Alfie Hunter-Martin. Instagram: @thefilmangle TikTok: @thefilmangle Kris's Letterboxd | |||
| 124: AZI - Interview with Montana Mann | 05 févr. 2025 | 01:02:28 | |
In this episode Alex interviews writer and director Montana Mann about her new short film, AZI, which just screened at the Sundance Film Festival. Inspired by director and writer Montana Mann’s own coming-of-age experience, AZI tells the intimate and timely story of a Persian-American teenager contending with her identity and sexuality. The short follows seventeen-year-old Azi (Dior Negeen Goodjohn) on a weekend away with her best friend’s family, where she unexpectedly forms a mysterious and electric connection with another woman on the trip, Elizabeth (Breeda Wool), resulting in a psychological game that raises complex questions about their motives, power dynamics and the ability to take control of one’s own agency. The film is currently in the midst of its festival run, and you may have already seen it at Sundance or through its online offerings. We will include a link to it in the show notes once it becomes publicly available. As always, I hope you find the insights into the filmmaking process both fascinating and valuable. Use our special link https://zencastr.com/?via=thefilmangle to sign up for Zencastr, the platform we use to record this podcast! Let us know what you think and feel free to subscribe, rate and review us where you can! (00:00) Intro (00:10) Introducing AZI (02:11) Interview with Montana Mann (01:01:12) Final Thoughts (01:02:00) Outro Listen to The Film Angle Playlist here. We are now on YouTube! You can subscribe to the channel here. Logo and music created by Alfie Hunter-Martin. Instagram: @thefilmangle TikTok: @thefilmangle Kris's Letterboxd | |||
| 123: The Brutalist and Persona | 29 janv. 2025 | 01:40:23 | |
In this episode, Kris and Alex dive deep into the three-and-a-half-hour epic, The Brutalist, before ticking off another blindspot off the Sight & Sound Greatest Films of All Time list, Ingmar Bergman's, Persona. Use our special link https://zencastr.com/?via=thefilmangle to sign up for Zencastr, the platform we use to record this podcast! Let us know what you think and feel free to subscribe, rate and review us where you can! (00:00) Intro (00:36) Catching up (4:51) The Brutalist: Spoiler Free (15:19) The Brutalist: Spoilers (01:13:13) Sight & Sound Blindspots: Persona (01:36:41) What’s next (01:39:56) Outro Listen to The Film Angle Playlist here. We are now on YouTube! You can subscribe to the channel here. Logo and music created by Alfie Hunter-Martin. Instagram: @thefilmangle TikTok: @thefilmangle Kris's Letterboxd | |||
| 122: Somebody Cares - Interview with Julien Lasseur and Brian Groh | 26 janv. 2025 | 00:57:40 | |
In this episode, Alex interviews director, Julien Lasseur and screenwriter, Brian Groh about their new short film, Somebody Cares, which is premiering at the Sundance Film Festival. The film follows Barry (Shawn Parsons), a lonely middle-aged deadbeat who must convince his estranged sister to wire him his dead uncle’s inheritance before fate comes to collect. The film will be available to view online via the Sundance Film Festival for three days on the 30th of January here. We will let you know when it becomes more widely available. If you wish to donate to the good causes mentioned by Julien and Brian to support those affected by the L.A wildfires you can do here: Use our special link https://zencastr.com/?via=thefilmangle to sign up for Zencastr, the platform we use to record this podcast! Let us know what you think and feel free to subscribe, rate and review us where you can! (00:00) Intro (00:10) Introducing Somebody Cares (01:43) Interview with Julien Lasseur and Brian Groh (56:00) Post-interview Wind Down (57:11) Outro Listen to The Film Angle Playlist here. We are now on YouTube! You can subscribe to the channel here. Logo and music created by Alfie Hunter-Martin. Instagram: @thefilmangle TikTok: @thefilmangle Kris's Letterboxd | |||
| 121: Box Office Draft 2025 | 22 janv. 2025 | 00:57:24 | |
In this episode, Kris and Alex introduce a new segment to the show by engaging in a friendly competition called the "2025 Box Office Draft." They each select films from major studios, aiming to predict which ones will be the highest earners in 2025 and provide each other with sabotage choices! Use our special link https://zencastr.com/?via=thefilmangle to sign up for Zencastr, the platform we use to record this podcast! Let us know what you think and feel free to subscribe, rate and review us where you can! ((00:00) Intro (00:36) Catching up and remembering David Lynch (7:05) What is the Box Office Draft? (12:07) The 2025 Box Office Draft: Studio Picks (43:30) The 2025 Box Office Draft: Sabotage Picks (54:54) Winding down and what’s coming up next (56:56) Outro Listen to The Film Angle Playlist here. We are now on YouTube! You can subscribe to the channel here. Logo and music created by Alfie Hunter-Martin. Instagram: @thefilmangle TikTok: @thefilmangle Kris's Letterboxd | |||
| 120: The Ghibli Angle: Laputa: Castle in the Sky | 15 janv. 2025 | 00:39:58 | |
In this episode of The Ghibli Angle, Kris and Alex discuss Laputa: Castle in the Sky. In this series, Kris will guide Alex through one of his biggest cinematic blindspots, the films of Hayao Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli. Use our special link https://zencastr.com/?via=thefilmangle to sign up for Zencastr, the platform we use to record this podcast1 Let us know what you think and feel free to subscribe, rate and review us where you can! (00:00) Intro (00:10) Laputa: Castle in the Sky (24:10) What kind of Pirate is Alex? (37:26) Next time on the Ghibli Angle (29:28) Outro Listen to The Film Angle Playlist here. We are now on YouTube! You can subscribe to the channel here. Logo and music created by Alfie Hunter-Martin. Instagram: @thefilmangle TikTok: @thefilmangle Kris's Letterboxd | |||
| 119: Our Top Ten Films of 2024 | 08 janv. 2025 | 01:50:06 | |
In this episode, Kris and Alex review 2024 and rank their top ten films of the year. Use our special link https://zencastr.com/?via=thefilmangle to sign up for Zencastr, the platform we use to record this podcast! Let us know what you think and feel free to subscribe, rate and review us where you can! (00:00) Intro (00:36) Was 2024 a good year for film? (7:00) Film-Related New Years Resolutions (12:39) Alex and Kris’s 10 to 6 best films of 2024 (56:06) Alex and Kris’s 5 to 1 best films of 2024 (01:45:03) What’s next in 2025? (01:49:19) Outro Listen to The Film Angle Playlist here. We are now on YouTube! You can subscribe to the channel here. Logo and music created by Alfie Hunter-Martin. Instagram: @thefilmangle TikTok: @thefilmangle Kris's Letterboxd | |||
| 118: The End of Year Catch Up | 18 déc. 2024 | 01:23:54 | |
In this slightly looser episode, Kris and Alex have a last-minute catch-up of some of the films they missed during the year and review a few new Christmas movies. Films discussed include: - Hot Frosty - Our Little Secret - Red One - Conclave - Juror #2 - Emilia Perez Use our special link https://zencastr.com/?via=thefilmangle to sign up for Zencastr, the platform we use to record this podcast! Let us know what you think and feel free to subscribe, rate and review us where you can! (00:00) Intro (00:21) Catching Up (4:36) Our Little Secret and Hot Frosty (Spoiler Free) (8:40) Red One (27:41) Juror #2 (Spoiler Free) (32:22) Conclave (Spoiler Free) (41:36) Conclave (49:44) Emilia Perez (01:10:02) Best Musical of the Year? (01:15:28) Preparing for the Year in Review Episode (01:17:33) Reflecting on 2024 (01:23:25) Outro Listen to The Film Angle Playlist here. We are now on YouTube! You can subscribe to the channel here. Logo and music created by Alfie Hunter-Martin. Instagram: @thefilmangle TikTok: @thefilmangle Kris's Letterboxd | |||
| 117: Anuja - Interview with Oscar Nominated Director Adam J. Graves | 11 déc. 2024 | 01:19:14 | |
In this episode, Kris and Alex interview philosopher turned director, Adam J. Graves about his new Oscar nominated short film Anuja. Anuja follows a precocious nine-year-old orphan, who quits school to work alongside her sister at a local garment factory, she finds herself faced with a choice that will determine the fate of her future and her family. Anuja is now available on Netflix! Use our special link https://zencastr.com/?via=thefilmangle to sign up for Zencastr, the platform we use to record this podcast! Let us know what you think and feel free to subscribe, rate and review us where you can! (00:00) Intro (00:10) Introducing Anuja (02:17) Interview with Adam J. Graves (01:15:45) Post-interview catch-up (01:18:44) Outro Listen to The Film Angle Playlist here. We are now on YouTube! You can subscribe to the channel here. Logo and music created by Alfie Hunter-Martin. Instagram: @thefilmangle TikTok: @thefilmangle Kris's Letterboxd | |||
| 116: Wicked, The Wizard of Oz and Seven Samurai | 04 déc. 2024 | 01:26:38 | |
In this episode, Kris and Alex review Wicked, look back at The Wizard of Oz and delve into the next blindspot on the BFI, Sight & Sound, 100 Greatest Films of all Time list, Akira Kurosawa's, Seven Samurai. Use our special link https://zencastr.com/?via=thefilmangle to sign up for Zencastr, the platform we use to record this podcast! Let us know what you think and feel free to subscribe, rate and review us where you can! (00:00) Intro (00:36) Catching Up (3:52) The Wizard of Oz (21:10) Wicked (58:09) Sight & Sound Blindspots: Seven Samurai (01:24:29) Winding Down (01:26:07) Outro Listen to The Film Angle Playlist here. We are now on YouTube! You can subscribe to the channel here. Logo and music created by Alfie Hunter-Martin. Instagram: @thefilmangle TikTok: @thefilmangle Kris's Letterboxd | |||
| 115: Tea - Interview with Director Blake Rice | 27 nov. 2024 | 00:53:48 | |
In this episode Kris and Alex interview award-winning director, Blake Rice about his new short film, Tea. Tea is not currently available to the public, but we highly recommend watching it if it plays at a festival near you. Whether or not you have seen the short film, we believe the conversation is accessible and enjoyable for everyone, as we aimed to focus on themes and the creative process, rather than just specific plot points. Use our special link https://zencastr.com/?via=thefilmangle to sign up for Zencastr, the platform we use to record this podcast! Let us know what you think and feel free to subscribe, rate and review us where you can! (00:00) Intro (00:10) Introducing Tea (3:02) Interview with Blake Rice (51:14) Post-interview catch-up (53:19) Outro Listen to The Film Angle Playlist here. We are now on YouTube! You can subscribe to the channel here. Logo and music created by Alfie Hunter-Martin. Instagram: @thefilmangle TikTok: @thefilmangle Kris's Letterboxd | |||
| 114: Gladiator II and Anora | 20 nov. 2024 | 01:15:01 | |
In this episode, Kris and Alex review Anora and discuss the first Gladiator film and its recent sequel, released 24 years later. Use our special link https://zencastr.com/?via=thefilmangle to sign up for Zencastr, the platform we use to record this podcast! Let us know what you think and feel free to subscribe, rate and review us where you can! (00:00) Intro (00:35) Catching Up (4:34) Anora (21:04) Gladiator & Gladiator 2 (01:03:34) Maximus Quizimus (01:13:52) Outro Listen to The Film Angle Playlist here. We are now on YouTube! You can subscribe to the channel here. Logo and music created by Alfie Hunter-Martin. Instagram: @thefilmangle TikTok: @thefilmangle Kris's Letterboxd | |||
| 113: Pylon - Interview with BAFTA Nominated Director Barnaby Blackburn | 13 nov. 2024 | 01:10:31 | |
In this episode Kris and Alex interview BAFTA-nominated director, Barnaby Blackburn about his new short film, Pylon. Pylon is available to watch on YouTube here. Use our special link https://zencastr.com/?via=thefilmangle to sign up for Zencastr, the platform we use to record this podcast! Let us know what you think and feel free to subscribe, rate and review us where you can! (00:00) Intro (00:22) The Short Film Angle (2:51) Introducing Pylon (04:48) Interview with Barnaby Blackburn (01:06:50) Post-interview catch-up (01:10:02) Outro Listen to The Film Angle Playlist here. We are now on YouTube! You can subscribe to the channel here. Logo and music created by Alfie Hunter-Martin. Instagram: @thefilmangle TikTok: @thefilmangle Kris's Letterboxd | |||
| 112: The Ghibli Angle: Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind | 06 nov. 2024 | 00:51:21 | |
In this episode of The Ghibli Angle, Kris and Alex discuss Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind. In this series, Kris will guide Alex through one of his biggest cinematic blindspots, the films of Hayao Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli. Use our special link https://zencastr.com/?via=thefilmangle to sign up for Zencastr, the platform we use to record this podcast1 Let us know what you think and feel free to subscribe, rate and review us where you can! (00:00) Intro (00:10) Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind (31:23) Trivia ofthe Valley of the Quizzed (46:02) Next time on the Ghibli Angle (50:51) Outro Listen to The Film Angle Playlist here. We are now on YouTube! You can subscribe to the channel here. Logo and music created by Alfie Hunter-Martin. Instagram: @thefilmangle TikTok: @thefilmangle Kris's Letterboxd | |||
| 111. Halloween Special with Cinebois2Cinemen | 30 oct. 2024 | 02:00:39 | |
In this episode, Kris and Alex are joined by Ben and Danny from the Cinebois2Cinemen podcast to discuss their favourite horror films and answer your listener questions! Use our special link https://zencastr.com/?via=thefilmangle to sign up for Zencastr, the platform we use to record this podcast! Let us know what you think and feel free to subscribe, rate and review us where you can! (00:00) Intro (00:36) Introducing the Cinebois! (2:37) Ben and Danny’s Favourite Halloween Films (01:09:26) The Film Angle and the Cinebois answer your questions! (01:58:48) Wrapping Up (02:00:05) Outro Listen to The Film Angle Playlist here. We are now on YouTube! You can subscribe to the channel here. Logo and music created by Alfie Hunter-Martin. Instagram: @thefilmangle TikTok: @thefilmangle Kris's Letterboxd | |||
| 110: Reviewing the BFI London Film Festival 2024 | 23 oct. 2024 | 01:48:47 | |
In this episode, Kris and Alex reunite to discuss Alex's experience at the BFI London Film Festival along with all the films he watched and the ones Kris was able to watch at home. Films discussed in this episode include: - Sofa, So Good - When the Light Breaks - Crocodile Tears - Anora - Sebastian - Bionico's Bachata - On Falling - Four Mothers - The Seed of the Sacred Fig - Bring Them Down - Queer - Emilia Pérez - Nickel Boys - Bird - Nightbitch - Saturday Night - We Live in Time - The Apprentice - Maria - Rhoda - The Wild Robot Use our special link https://zencastr.com/?via=thefilmangle to sign up for Zencastr, the platform we use to record this podcast! Let us know what you think and feel free to subscribe, rate and review us where you can! (00:00) Intro (00:42) The Film Festival Experience! (17:50) Kris’s LFF Watches (48:19) Alex’s LFF Watches (01:43:05) Wrapping Up (01:48:17) Outro Listen to The Film Angle Playlist here. We are now on YouTube! You can subscribe to the channel here. Logo and music created by Alfie Hunter-Martin. Instagram: @thefilmangle TikTok: @thefilmangle Kris's Letterboxd | |||
| 109: Alex's First Days at The BFI London Film Festival | 18 oct. 2024 | 00:50:06 | |
Something a bit different this week as Alex records solo from London, giving you the lowdown on his first few days at the BFI London Film Festival, along with some guests who share a little bit about their experiences, Janat Suleman aka https://linktr.ee/theamateurstake?utm_source=linktree_profile_share
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| 108: BFI London Film Festival 2024 Preview with Gavin Spoors | 08 oct. 2024 | 01:28:11 | |
In this episode, Kris and Alex welcome Gavin Spoors, Freelance Writer and Deputy Editor of the Filmhounds magazine, to the podcast to discuss the films they're excited about at this year's BFI London Film Festival. Gavin also advises Alex on making the most of the festival with a press pass as a solo first-timer, touching on how to book films, navigate rush queues and alleviate burnout. Gavin has written a guide to the festival for film journalists which can be found here. You can check out Gavin's other work on his website here. Use our special link https://zencastr.com/?via=thefilmangle to sign up for Zencastr, the platform we use to record this podcast! Let us know what you think and feel free to subscribe, rate and review us where you can! (00:00) Intro (00:35) Setting up the show (02:24) Introducing special guest: Gavin Spoors (03:17) Gavin’s four films to get to know him better (14:59) The films we’re excited about at the BFI London Film Festival (47:31) How to make the most out of the festival (01:13:27) Our guesses for the surprise film at the festival (01:24:07) Winding down the show (01:27:40) Outro Listen to The Film Angle Playlist here. We are now on YouTube! You can subscribe to the channel here. Logo and music created by Alfie Hunter-Martin. Instagram: @thefilmangle TikTok: @thefilmangle Kris's Letterboxd | |||
| 107: Megalopolis and Apocalypse Now | 02 oct. 2024 | 01:23:11 | |
In this episode, Kris and Alex discuss all thing Francis Ford Coppola with their reviews of his past project, Apocalypse Now and his latest ambitious venture, Megalopolis. They are also looking forward to the future, with Alex planning his trip to the BFI London Film Festival, and discussing the spooky films they plan to see this October. Use our special link https://zencastr.com/?via=thefilmangle to sign up for Zencastr, the platform we use to record this podcast! Let us know what you think and feel free to subscribe, rate and review us where you can! (00:00) Intro (00:35) What spooky films are we watching this October? (06:36) Preparing for the BFI London Film Festival (11:41) Sight & Sound Blindspots: Apocalypse Now (41:31) Megalopolis (01:21:28) Next episode (01:22:42) Outro Listen to The Film Angle Playlist here. We are now on YouTube! You can subscribe to the channel here. Logo and music created by Alfie Hunter-Martin. Instagram: @thefilmangle TikTok: @thefilmangle Kris's Letterboxd | |||
| 106: The Substance, Rebel Ridge and The Passion of Joan of Arc | 25 sept. 2024 | 01:14:20 | |
In this episode, Kris and Alex have a big announcement! They then review the new body horror film from Coralie Fargeat, The Substance, and Rebel Ridge, the latest film by Jeremy Saulnier. They then review the next blindspot on the BFI, Sight & Sound, 100 Greatest Films of all Time list, the silent epic from 1928, The Passion of Joan of Arc. Use our special link https://zencastr.com/?via=thefilmangle to sign up for Zencastr, the platform we use to record this podcast! Let us know what you think and feel free to subscribe, rate and review us where you can! (00:00) Intro (00:35) Adding comedy specials to your letterboxd? (06:03) Big announcement! (13:09) The Substance (33:49) Rebel Ridge (50:26) Sight & Sound Blindspots: The Passion of Joan of Arc (01:08:42) Next episode (01:13:50) Outro Listen to The Film Angle Playlist here. We are now on YouTube! You can subscribe to the channel here. Logo and music created by Alfie Hunter-Martin. Instagram: @thefilmangle TikTok: @thefilmangle Kris's Letterboxd | |||
| 105: The Ghibli Angle: Lupin III: The Castle of Cagliostro | 18 sept. 2024 | 00:36:16 | |
In this episode, Kris and Alex begin their new series, The Ghibli Angle! In this series, Kris will guide Alex through one of his biggest cinematic blindspots, the films of Hayao Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli, starting with Lupin III: The Castle of Cagliostro. Use our special link https://zencastr.com/?via=thefilmangle to sign up for Zencastr, the platform we use to record this podcast! Let us know what you think and feel free to subscribe, rate and review us where you can! (00:00) What is the Ghibli Angle? (09:35) Lupin III: The Castle of Cagliostro (22:43) Fortress or Fiction? (32:32) Next time on the Ghibli Angle (35:46) Outro Listen to The Film Angle Playlist here. We are now on YouTube! You can subscribe to the channel here. Logo and music created by Alfie Hunter-Martin. Instagram: @thefilmangle TikTok: @thefilmangle Kris's Letterboxd | |||
| 104: Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse Live in Concert and Late Spring | 11 sept. 2024 | 00:50:12 | |
In this episode, Kris and Alex review Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse Live in Concert before Alex then tests Kris's knowledge on the animated film. They then review the next blindspot on the BFI, Sight & Sound, 100 Greatest Films of all Time list, Yasujirō Ozu's, Late Spring. Use our special link https://zencastr.com/?via=thefilmangle to sign up for Zencastr, the platform we use to record this podcast! Let us know what you think and feel free to subscribe, rate and review us where you can! (00:00) Intro (00:35) Catching up (03:20) Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse Live in Concert (17:10) Across the Spider-Quiz (33:08) Sight & Sound Blindspots: Late Spring (47:42) Next Episode (49:42) Outro Listen to The Film Angle Playlist here. We are now on YouTube! You can subscribe to the channel here. Logo and music created by Alfie Hunter-Martin. Instagram: @thefilmangle TikTok: @thefilmangle Kris's Letterboxd | |||
| 103: Trap, I Saw the TV Glow and PlayTime | 04 sept. 2024 | 01:07:29 | |
In this episode, Kris and Alex review the new M. Night Shyamalan film, Trap and the next feature from Jane Schoenbrun, I Saw the TV Glow. They then review the next blindspot on the BFI, Sight & Sound, 100 Greatest Films of all Time list, Jacques Tati's, PlayTime. Use our special link https://zencastr.com/?via=thefilmangle to sign up for Zencastr, the platform we use to record this podcast! Let us know what you think and feel free to subscribe, rate and review us where you can! (00:00) Intro (00:35) Catching up (03:18) Trap (23:40) I Saw the TV Glow (44:22) Sight & Sound Blindspots: PlayTime (01:01:08) Next Episode (01:06:59) Outro Listen to The Film Angle Playlist here. We are now on YouTube! You can subscribe to the channel here. Logo and music created by Alfie Hunter-Martin. Instagram: @thefilmangle TikTok: @thefilmangle Kris's Letterboxd | |||
| 102: Alien: Romulus, Coraline and Au hasard Balthazar | 28 août 2024 | 01:25:59 | |
In this episode, Kris and Alex review their recent trip to the Green Man Festival in Wales. They then review the latest release of the week, Alien: Romulus and re-release, Coraline. They then review the next blindspot on the BFI, Sight & Sound, 100 Greatest Films of all Time list, the sad donkey film, Au hasard Balthazar. Use our special link https://zencastr.com/?via=thefilmangle to sign up for Zencastr, the platform we use to record this podcast! Let us know what you think and feel free to subscribe, rate and review us where you can! (00:00) Intro (00:35) Catching up and reviewing the Green Man Festival (10:01) Alien: Romulus (44:36) Coraline (01:01:08) Sight & Sound Blindspots: Au hasard Balthazar (01:23:19) Next Episode (01:25:32) Outro Listen to The Film Angle Playlist here. We are now on YouTube! You can subscribe to the channel here. Logo and music created by Alfie Hunter-Martin. Instagram: @thefilmangle TikTok: @thefilmangle Kris's Letterboxd | |||
| 101: A Quiet Place: Day One, Spider-Man 2 and The Night of the Hunter | 14 août 2024 | 01:12:48 | |
In this episode Kris and Alex review A Quiet Place: Day One and the re-release of Spider-Man 2 on the big screen! Alex quizzes Kris on his Spider-Man 2 knowledge and together they review the next blindspot on the BFI, Sight & Sound, 100 Greatest Films of all Time list, The Night of the Hunter. Use our special link https://zencastr.com/?via=thefilmangle to sign up for Zencastr, the platform we use to record this podcast! Let us know what you think and feel free to subscribe, rate and review us where you can! (00:00) Intro (00:35) Catching up (04:03) Spider-Man 2 (30:16) A Quiet Place: Day One (43:15) Trivia: Spider-Man 2 (53:44) Sight & Sound Blindspots: The Night of the Hunter (01:09:58) Next Episode (01:12:20) Outro Listen to The Film Angle Playlist here. Logo and music created by Alfie Hunter-Martin. Instagram: @thefilmangle TikTok: @thefilmangle Kris's Letterboxd | |||
| 100: Our 100th Episode! | 07 août 2024 | 01:52:00 | |
EPISODE 100! Kris and Alex are back with a bumper episode, reviewing Deadpool & Wolverine, Twisters, Maxxxine and Longlegs. To celebrate their 100th episode, they also do a Q&A, answering your questions! Thank you to all who submitted. And finally they review the next blindspot on the BFI, Sight & Sound, 100 Greatest Films of all Time list, the nine and a half hour documentary on the holocaust; Shoah. The discussion is not to be skipped! Use our special link https://zen.ai/k9LWAsRtbfGNtBxlg4WFMQ to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Let us know what you think and feel free to subscribe, rate and review us where you can! (00:00) Intro (00:50) Catching up (03:39) Alex reviews Deadpool & Wolverine (10:51) Twisters (26:16) Maxxxine (38.46) Longlegs (52:11) 100th Episode Q&A! (01:22:09) Sight & Sound Blindspots: Shoah (01:50:48) Outro
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| 99: Inside Out 2, Kinds of Kindness and Daisies | 10 juil. 2024 | 01:11:43 | |
In this episode, Kris and Alex review Pixar's latest sequel, Inside Out 2, before reviewing the latest Yorgos Lanthimos film, Kinds of Kindness. Kris quizes Alex on his Pixar knowledge and they also get into the next blindspot on the BFI, Sight & Sound, 100 Greatest Films of all Time list, Czechoslovakian film, Daisies. Use our special link https://zen.ai/k9LWAsRtbfGNtBxlg4WFMQ to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Let us know what you think and feel free to subscribe, rate and review us where you can! (00:00) Intro (00:47) Catching up and reviewing the Taylor Swift: Eras Tour (07:08) Inside Out 2 (30:05) Kinds of Kindness (46:16) Trivia: Pixar (58:44) Sight & Sound Blindspots: Daisies (01:08:22) Next Episode (01:11:12) Outro Listen to The Film Angle Playlist here. Logo and music created by Alfie Hunter-Martin. Instagram: @thefilmangle TikTok: @thefilmangle Kris's Letterboxd | |||
| 98: Jim Henson Idea Man, Snack Shack and Mirror | 19 juin 2024 | 01:10:52 | |
In this episode, Kris begins by giving a short review of The Dead Don't Hurt, before he and Alex go in to review Jim Henson Idea Man and Snack Shack. Kris takes back control of the trivia section for this week aptly named "Muppet or Man?" quiz. They also get into the next blindspot on the BFI, Sight & Sound, 100 Greatest Films of all Time list, Andrei Tarkovsky's Mirror. Use our special link https://zen.ai/k9LWAsRtbfGNtBxlg4WFMQ to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Let us know what you think and feel free to subscribe, rate and review us where you can! (00:00) Intro (00:47) Catching Up (03:35) Kris reviews The Dead Don’t Hurt (8:16) Jim Henson: Idea Man (20:54) Snack Shack (38:33) Trivia: Man or Muppet? (49:22) Sight & Sound Blindspots: Mirror (01:07:17) Next Episode (01:10:16) Outro Listen to The Film Angle Playlist here. Logo and music created by Alfie Hunter-Martin. Instagram: @thefilmangle TikTok: @thefilmangle Kris's Letterboxd | |||
| 97: Hit Man, Monkey Man and 8½ | 12 juin 2024 | 01:15:00 | |
In this episode, Kris and Alex review Dev Patel's Monkey Man and Richard Linklater's Hit Man. Alex steals Kris's trivia section and gets him to create his dream cast for a new Knives Out mystery film. They also get into the next blindspot on the BFI, Sight & Sound, 100 Greatest Films of all Time list, the 1963 from Federico Fellini, 8½. Use our special link https://zen.ai/k9LWAsRtbfGNtBxlg4WFMQ to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Let us know what you think and feel free to subscribe, rate and review us where you can! (00:00) Intro (00:47) Catching Up (02:51) Monkey Man (18:22) Hit Man (33:57) Casting the Next Knives Out Film (49:44) Sight & Sound Blindspots: 8 ½ (01:09:48) Next Episode (01:12:52) 100th Episode Questions (01:14:23) Outro Listen to The Film Angle Playlist here. Logo and music created by Alfie Hunter-Martin. Instagram: @thefilmangle TikTok: @thefilmangle Kris's Letterboxd | |||
| 96: Our Top Five Reboots and Remakes | 05 juin 2024 | 01:27:35 | |
In this episode, with the recent reboot of The Film Angle's look and sound, Kris and Alex thought it would be a good time to discuss their favourite reboots and remakes from the cinematic world. Use our special link https://zen.ai/k9LWAsRtbfGNtBxlg4WFMQ to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Let us know what you think and feel free to subscribe, rate and review us where you can! (00:00) Intro (00:47) Catching Up (05:13) Reboots and Remakes (09:50) 5 to 3 Top Reboots/Remakes (43:09) Film Franchise Trivia (57:21) 2 to 1 Top Reboots/Remakes (01:23:35) Next Episode (01:27:08) Outro Listen to The Film Angle Playlist here. Logo and music created by Alfie Hunter-Martin. Instagram: @thefilmangle TikTok: @thefilmangle Kris's Letterboxd | |||
| 95: Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes & L'Atalante | 29 mai 2024 | 01:19:33 | |
THE FILM ANGLE HAS REBOOTED! In this episode, Kris and Alex discuss their new lick of paint and plans for the future before reviewing Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes and Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga. They also introduce a new trivia section of the podcast before getting into the next blindspot on the BFI, Sight & Sound, 100 Greatest Films of all Time list, the 1934 film, L'Atalante. Use our special link https://zen.ai/k9LWAsRtbfGNtBxlg4WFMQ to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Let us know what you think and feel free to subscribe, rate and review us where you can! (00:00) The New Intro (00:47) The Reboot (08:20) Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes (29:18) Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga (56:18) Film Trivia (01:02:33) L’Atalante (01:16:40) Next Episode (01:19:07) The New Outro Listen to The Film Angle Playlist here. Logo and music created by Alfie Hunter-Martin. Instagram: @thefilmangle TikTok: @thefilmangle Kris's Letterboxd | |||
| 94: The Fall Guy, Love Lies Bleeding & Pather Panchali | 15 mai 2024 | 00:59:30 | |
In this episode, Alex gives a mini-review of The Idea of You before he and Kris review the latest releases, The Fall Guy and Love Lies Bleeding. They then get into the next blindspot on the BFI, Sight & Sound, 100 Greatest Films of all Time list, Pather Panchali. Stay to the end for more details on the upcoming rebrand! (00:00) Intro (02:36) The Idea of You (06:10) The Fall Guy (23:33) Love Lies Bleeding (37:56) Pather Panchali (55:23) The Film Angle Rebrand (58:44) Outro Use our special link https://zen.ai/k9LWAsRtbfGNtBxlg4WFMQ to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Let us know what you think and feel free to subscribe, rate and review us where you can! Instagram: @thefilmangle TikTok: @thefilmangle Kris's Letterboxd | |||
| 93: Challengers & In the Land of Saints and Sinners | 08 mai 2024 | 00:59:23 | |
In this episode, Kris and Alex tease some big changes to the podcast before reviewing, In the Land of Saints and Sinners and gushing over Luca Guadagnino's new film, Challengers. (00:00) Intro (03:00) In the Land of Saints and Sinners (21:56) Challengers (55:41) Outro Use our special link https://zen.ai/k9LWAsRtbfGNtBxlg4WFMQ to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Let us know what you think and feel free to subscribe, rate and review us where you can! Instagram: @thefilmangle TikTok: @thefilmangle Kris's Letterboxd | |||
| 92: Immaculate, Late Night with the Devil & City Lights | 01 mai 2024 | 00:59:48 | |
In this episode, Kris and Alex do an unplanned horror double bill and review both Immaculate and Late Night with the Devil. They then get into the next blindspot on the BFI, Sight & Sound, 100 Greatest Films of all Time list, Charlie Chaplin's, City Lights. Use our special link https://zen.ai/k9LWAsRtbfGNtBxlg4WFMQ to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Let us know what you think and feel free to subscribe, rate and review us where you can! Instagram: @thefilmangle TikTok: @thefilmangle | |||
| 91: Civil War, Irish Wish & M | 24 avr. 2024 | 00:56:52 | |
In this episode, Kris and Alex review the latest film from Alex Garland; Civil War before reviewing the new Lindsay Logan Netflix collaboration; Irish Wish. They then get into the next blindspot on the BFI, Sight & Sound, 100 Greatest Films of all Time list; Fritz Lang's; M. Use our special link https://zen.ai/k9LWAsRtbfGNtBxlg4WFMQ to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Let us know what you think and feel free to subscribe, rate and review us where you can! Instagram: @thefilmangle TikTok: @thefilmangle | |||
| 90: Godzilla X Kong: The New Empire 4DX, Road House, Ricky Stanicky & Breathless | 10 avr. 2024 | 01:12:12 | |
After an unplanned hiatus, Kris and Alex return with a bumper episode, reviewing their experience of watching Godzilla X Kong: The New empire in 4DX. Before getting to their planned Amazon Prime double bill with Ricky Stanicky and the remake of Road House. Finally they review the next blindspot on the BFI Sight & Sound Greatest Films of All Time list; Jean Luc Godard's Breathless. There will be another break next week (sorry!) but we will be back again the week after for another great episode!! Use our special link https://zen.ai/k9LWAsRtbfGNtBxlg4WFMQ to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Let us know what you think and feel free to subscribe, rate and review us where you can! Instagram: @thefilmangle TikTok: @thefilmangle | |||
| 89: Damsel, Spaceman & Bicycle Thieves | 27 mars 2024 | 01:06:39 | |
In this episode, Kris and Alex do a Netflix double bill, reviewing both Damsel and Spaceman. They then get into the next blindspot on the BFI, Sight & Sound, 100 Greatest Films of all Time list; the iconic staple in the Italian neo-realism genre; Bicycle Thieves. Use our special link https://zen.ai/k9LWAsRtbfGNtBxlg4WFMQ to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Let us know what you think and feel free to subscribe, rate and review us where you can! Instagram: @thefilmangle TikTok: @thefilmangle | |||
| 88: Dune: Part Two and Rashomon | 20 mars 2024 | 01:01:06 | |
In this episode, Kris and Alex review the long-awaited sequel from Denis Villeneuve; Dune: Part Two. They then get into the next blindspot on the BFI, Sight & Sound, 100 Greatest Films of all Time list; Akira Kurosawa's most impactful film on the cinematic landscape; Rashomon. Use our special link https://zen.ai/k9LWAsRtbfGNtBxlg4WFMQ to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Let us know what you think and feel free to subscribe, rate and review us where you can! Instagram: @thefilmangle TikTok: @thefilmangle | |||
| 87: Ranking the 2024 Oscars Best Picture Nominations | 06 mars 2024 | 01:12:17 | |
In this episode, Kris and Alex rank the Best Picture nominees from the 96th Academy Awards; American Fiction, Anatomy of a Fall, Barbie, The Holdovers, Killers of the Flower Moon, Maestro, Oppenheimer, Past Lives, Poor Things and The Zone of Interest. You can listen to Alex & Kris as guests on the Cinebois2Cinemen podcast here: https://pod.fo/e/22434d Use our special link https://zen.ai/k9LWAsRtbfGNtBxlg4WFMQ to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. Let us know what you think and feel free to subscribe, rate and review us where you can! Instagram: @thefilmangle TikTok: @thefilmangle | |||