Good podcast? Give it some love!
Film Club
Film ClubEpisodes
Episodes of Film Club
Mark All
Search Episodes...
In this episode of Film Club we turn up the level of ridiculous to 11 as we probe Rob Reiner's cult classic comedy This Is Spinal Tap. Poking its sharp, satirical stick in the eye of Rock n Roll, does it still remain as fresh nearly 30 years on
The 26th entry into Film Club's catalogue is the ninth pick from Mal. The only film thus far to come from Tom Ford is a beautifully pieced together mix of emotion as English professor George comes to terms with the death of his partner Jim in 1
This episode of Film Club see's us discussing Dan's latest pick, the Charlie Chaplin vehicle City Lights. Our first foray into silent cinema provides plenty to admire and like. From the wonderful combination of humour and tenderness, the full b
In this episode, Michael Haneke's original version of Funny Games (the latest public pick) shatters the fourth wall and divides its audience firmly down the middle. But which side of the fence does his home invasion thriller come cinematic lect
After a slight delay Film Club returns and throws you grunts deep beyond enemy lines as we crawl across Stanley Kubrick's political war/anti-war classic, Full Metal Jacket. An unflinching look at the dehumanisation of marines during the vietnam
Episode 23 see's us introduce our first documentary and what a doc to break us in. Hoop Dreams is widely considered a bonafide classic in the genre and an example of how encompassing natural, real world story telling can be. It follows two hope
The 22nd instalment of Film Club see's us sink our teeth into 2009's rock n roll vampire comedy Suck. Does the film live up to its namesake? Or does it have more bite than than you would perhaps expect? Only one way to find...
In this episode we merge the very real problems of the Spanish civil war with the mysterious fantasy that lies beneath. Young Ofelia is our protagonist and veil between both worlds in Guillermo Del Toro's epic fairy tale for Adults. Pans Labyri
In this our 20th episode we discuss Dan's latest pick, the noir bending thriller and all round classic Chinatown. Smart, layered and complex script, not to mention detailed and multi-dimensional characters Roman Polanski murky juxtaposition of
In this episode we dial back the clock and delve into the critically adored spark of French New Wave, Breathless. Over 50 years on whether, you hate it, love it or find it perplexing. Your more than likely to find its disregard of the cinematic
In a somewhat left field turn Mal picked a disney classic for his latest entry into the film club catalogue. But how does its animation and its storytelling hold up against a much glossier, contemporary world of animation. Only one way to find
This episode see's us kickstart the new year with Dans number six pick The Social Network. David Fincher's film about Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg is one thats crisp, cutting and expertly crafted. From the arrogance of youth to broken frien
This episode see's something dark, powerful and utterly symbolic emerge from the Han River. Joon-Ho Bong's creature feature The Host is much more than just a roaring, rampage of CGI destruction. With dysfunctional families, social commentary an
This episode see's us enter the dark, twisted vision of Andrej Zulawksi. His 1981 cult favourite Possession is a very open ended affair which looks at faith, relationships and sexuality to name just a few. Its unorthodox manner provides many qu
This episode gives us a realistic vision of post world war 2 Rome as we delve into Vittorio De Sica's inspirational and aspirational film Bicycle Thieves. With its wonderfully effective subtleties and symbolism, it's easy to see how much of an
This episode see's us once again fly over to the land of the rising sun, as we delve into the 1989 crime centered action film Black Rain. Our second offering from Ridley Scott is somewhat of a mixed bag as it has us looking at moody settings, o
This episode see's us dig into Andrea Arnold's 2009 indie drama Fish Tank. With it's grotty and honest depiction of council estate Britain, subtle symbolism, ambiguous characters and understated performance . Fish Tank is a film with many depth
This episode sees the grandmaster of controversy Lars Von Trier break opinions with his 96' film Breaking The Waves. From its confused intentions, misogynistic connotations, dogme film style and dividing statements on sex, love and organised re
This episode see's us set on the trail of adventure and fortune, as we head back to 1985 and delve into Richard Donners cult hit The Goonies. From its timeless core of childhood friendship, to its distinct 80's flavour the films duality is just
This episode sees us take a stroll down the streets of Richard Linklater's Austin, Texas. We look at what makes Slacker a definitive reflection of generation x whilst being a timeless staple-mark for Indie film making.
This episode see's us ride out to the far reaches of 1992, where we saddle up with Clint Eastwood's Western/Anti Western classic Unforgiven. The way it turns conventions upside down and blurs the lines of good, bad, man and myth, makes Unforgiv
This episode see's us open up our second listener pick and dissect the ever prolific Francis Ford Coppola's 1983 film The Outsiders. We look at it's split narratives, the performances from it's young ensemble cast along it's ideas on class divi
This episode see's us take a trip back in time to the Japan of old. Here we bow our heads to the late, great Akira Kurosawa and his highly significant and inspirational SEVEN SAMURAI. From the conflicted personalities that inhabit the film, to
This week we enter Paul Thomas Andersons skewed vision of love, fate and romance by digging into the pudding and harmonium fuelled world of PUNCH DRUNK LOVE. From unconventional casting to symbolic colour schemes and underlying theories, this l
This week we venture out to the creepiest cabin in the woods and open up the nasty innards of Sam Raimi's cult classic horror THE EVIL DEAD. From it's tongue in cheek humour, gross out shocks and eerie, creepy atmosphere we look at what's made
Join Podchaser to...
- Rate podcasts and episodes
- Follow podcasts and creators
- Create podcast and episode lists
- & much more
Unlock more with Podchaser Pro
- Audience Insights
- Contact Information
- Demographics
- Charts
- Sponsor History
- and More!
- Account
- Register
- Log In
- Find Friends
- Resources
- Help Center
- Blog
- API
Podchaser is the ultimate destination for podcast data, search, and discovery. Learn More
- © 2024 Podchaser, Inc.
- Privacy Policy
- Terms of Service
- Contact Us