Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective: Recent Episodes
Rebecca Riddell & Gary J Hewitt
Welcome to Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective. Each episode we take a deep dive into a random film chosen by our guest host. Each season we will pick a theme and review films based on that. i.e Monster Movies: Jaws, Godzilla etc Contact infoInstagram: @choosefilmpodcastTwitter: @FilmChooseGet in touch: choosefilmpodcast@hotmail.com
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This is a back episode from Gary's time on Choose Film Podcast.
Ashley and Gary are joined by Actor Gordon J Millar to discuss the hugely controversial 'Alien 3' (directed by David Fincher). It's like marmite, people either love it or hate it -- tune in to hear our thoughts.
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This is a back episode from Gary's time on Choose Film Podcast. Ashley and Gary were joined by Scottish Music Composer John McFarlane, who has picked the hugely successful 'GET OUT' (directed by JORDAN PEELE) for us to discuss.
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"Steg sat down with Demo_N Director Gary Francis Roche & Echo Cell Founder David Wing to discuss their careers and plans for the future. They also chatted about Vertical Films - Is vertical the future of horror? Find out here"
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Board the train, avoid infection, and whatever happens… keep moving... as long as the zombies can't see you. 🚆🧟♂️
In this episode of The Horror Cut, we are joined by filmmaker Vito Milazzo, and we're discussing Train to Busan, the electrifying South Korean zombie thriller from Yeon Sang-ho.
Set almost entirely aboard a high-speed train, the film combines relentless action, emotional storytelling, and nerve-shredding suspense as a deadly outbreak tears through the country and turns a routine journey into a desperate fight for survival.
The destination is Busan... will we make it? 🚆🧟♂️
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In this episode of The Horror Cut, we take a break from straight-up scares to dive into Scary Movie, the outrageous horror spoof that skewered slasher cinema.
This chaotic comedy took aim at everything from Scream to I Know What You Did Last Summer, delivering absurd gags, gross-out humour, and a relentless barrage of pop culture references.
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Lock the doors, avoid the basement, and whatever you hear behind the walls… don’t go looking.
In this episode of The Horror Cut, we descend into the twisted suburban nightmare of The People Under the Stairs, hand-picked by Horror author Sam Tonnell. The wild and darkly satirical horror from Wes Craven blends social commentary, fairy-tale terror, and pure chaos. We dig into the film’s strange tonal balancing, its critique of greed and abuse, and the unforgettable performances from Everett McGill and Wendy Robie as the terrifying “Mommy” and “Daddy.”
From hidden passageways and cannibalistic secrets to shotgun-wielding landlords, we explore why The People Under the Stairs remains one of Craven’s most unique and underrated films.
Mandatory Lobotomy: A Horror Anthology
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Mandatory-Lobotomy-Anthology-Sam-Tonnell/dp/B0D64NM7G4
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Crank the ignition on your combine harvester, grab your pitchfork and don't drink from the water -- we are discussing 2010s The Crazies.
In this episode of The Horror Cut, we are joined by special guest BRIAN FEARS GHOSTS as we head into small-town paranoia.
We dig into the film’s virus, what it means for America, and its grounded performances. From a deadly virus to government containment, no one is safe.
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Follow the white horse, face your past, and constantly slip that William Shatner mask off and on... and off... and on again.... That's right, we're discussing Rob Zombie's Halloween 2
In this episode of The Horror Cut, we dive into Halloween 2, Rob Zombie’s bleak and divisive sequel that pushes the franchise into full psychological horror territory. Picking up in the aftermath of the previous film, this chapter explores trauma, grief, and the lasting scars left behind by Michael Myers’s violence.
We dig into the film’s bold creative swings that split audiences down the middle.
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In this episode of The Horror Cut, we dive into Halloween, Rob Zombie’s brutal reimagining of the slasher classic. Stripping back the mystery and rebuilding the legend, Zombie’s take explores the fractured childhood of Michael Myers before unleashing him back onto Haddonfield in a wave of relentless violence.
From Tyler Mane’s imposing physicality to Malcolm McDowell’s reworked Loomis, we explore what this version adds and what it loses by pulling back the mask.
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Enter the cabin, creep into the cellar and open the book. This week, we are dissecting 2013's Evil Dead.
Trading camp for unrelenting brutality, this version drags the franchise into darker territory, delivering a blood-soaked descent into possession, addiction, and survival.
We dig into the film’s intense practical effects, its controversial tonal shift, and the way it reworks familiar lore for a new generation. From Mia’s harrowing transformation to the film’s infamous set pieces, we explore what makes this entry so divisive, and why it’s earned its place as one of the most extreme studio horror films of the 2010s.
No chainsaw required… just a strong stomach.
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Light the lanterns, walk the foggy streets, and mind the shadows... something is stalking Whitechapel.
In this episode of The Horror Cut, we descend into the murky underbelly of Victorian London to explore From Hell, the graphic novel adaptation that reimagines the legend of Jack the Ripper with gothic dread.
Directed by the Hughes Brothers and starring Johnny Depp and Heather Graham, the film blends detective noir with slasher horror.
We dig into the film’s take on historical horror and the balance between fact and fiction. From psychic visions and royal cover-ups, we unpack what works, what doesn’t, and why From Hell remains such a fascinating entry in early 2000s horror.
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Load your laser fitted pistol, and watch the rooftops because the hunt has come to the city. In this episode of The Horror Cut, we head into the concrete jungle to take on Predator 2, the brutal sequel that moved the hunt from the rainforest to the crime-soaked streets of LA.
The film drops us into a near-future heatwave where gang wars rage and a new Predator arrives looking for the ultimate challenge.
We dig into the film’s chaotic energy, its wild mix of action, sci-fi and horror, and the way it expanded the mythology of the Predator universe
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Fuel up, keep your eyes on the mirror, and whatever you do… don’t pick up The Hitcher
In this episode, we hit the open road to talk about The Hitcher, and it's relentless and chilling cat-and-mouse chase. Directed by Robert Harmon and featuring an unforgettable performance from Rutger Hauer as the enigmatic John Ryder.
We dive into the film’s cinematography, its dreamlike logic, and the unsettling chemistry between Hauer and C. Thomas Howell. So buckle up and stay alert, the road is long, the desert is empty, and someone might already be sitting in the back seat.
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The Horror Cut is going toe-to-toe with Umbrella Corp. Seal the doors, check your ammo, and watch out for the walking dead. This week, we are discussing 2002's Resident Evil.
The Horror Cut descends underground to dissect Paul W. S. Anderson’s controversial reimagining of the iconic video game franchise. From corporate evil and memory loss to killer AIs and laser carnage. Oh there are also some zombies.
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Last week, we had our annual horror short film showcase, some of the filmmakers took to the stage to discuss their short film & their thoughts on the horror genre.
Dogs and Ghosts
This short was included in a horror anthology in Seattle, and you can watch it around the 18-minute, 20-second mark
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HA1YphPFVaE&t=39s
Freakin Weekend! Trailer
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Crèche & Burn | movie | 2025 | Official Trailerhttps://www.dailymotion.com/video/x9kot64
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The world you live in is just a sugar-coated topping! There is another world beneath it: the real world. Grab your sword, pull on your shades and try your best to iceskate uphill.
That's right, on this episode, Steg & Gary take on Wesley Snipes' badass BLADE. Join us as we break down another action horror and one of the first R-rated Marvel movies.
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The Horror Cut returns live to The Old Hairdressers in Glasgow for a fire-and-brimstone episode on End of Days (1999).
The apocalyptic action-horror that pits Schwarzenegger against Satan himself. Recorded in front of a horror-infused crowd, this live discussion wrestles with the film’s turn-of-the-millennium paranoia, and the sheer audacity of late-90s studio horror at its loudest and wildest.
We dig into religious imagery and the fascinating clash between occult folk horror and blockbuster explosions. Expect big laughs, debates and audience reactions.
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Grip the steering, take a shortcut cut and keep an eye out for the woman in white.
The Horror Cut returns to The Old Hairdressers in Glasgow for another special live episode, this time diving head-first into the looping nightmare of Dead End (2003).
Recorded in front of a packed audience, this episode dissects the film’s unsettling blend of psychological horror, black comedy, and that lingering sense of dread that comes from being stuck in the world’s worst family road trip. So buckle up. Don’t fall asleep. And whatever you do… don’t stop the car.
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Grab your snorkel, inflate your dinghy and keep an eye out for crocs, we’re going into the murky waters of Lake Placid.
The Horror Cut sailed into West Brewery to sink our teeth into the rip-roaring creature classic Lake Placid. Recorded in front of a live crowd, this episode splashes through the film’s chaotic tone, practical effects and the charming mix of camp and gore.
Recorded live with audience reactions and a boozy Q&A, this one’s ideal for anyone who loves big teeth, big laughs, and the slow, satisfying dread of something swimming right beneath your feet.
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Join us for part 2 of our Firefly double bill. We go on a killer ride with this one. So grab your face mask, apply your clown makeup up and get ready for a shootout. We're discussing The Devil's Rejects
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Get a map, grab your fried chicken and try your best not to resurrect Dr Satan. In part 1 of our FIREFLY DOUBLE BILL, we are discussing Rob Zombie's ultra-low budget 'House of 1000 Corpses'
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This week on Horror Cuts, we’re sinking our teeth into Robert Rodriguez and Quentin Tarantino’s blood-soaked cult classic, From Dusk Till Dawn (1996). What starts as a gritty crime thriller turns into a full-blown vampire nightmare in one of cinema’s most shocking mid-film pivots.
Join us as we dive into the film’s wild genre shift, iconic performances from Clooney, Tarantino and Salma Hayek, and many others. Grab a drink at the Titty Twister and let’s talk vampires
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The Horror Cut x Trash Cinema — Trash Fest Horror special
We took The Horror Cut on the road, straight into the pulsing, beer-scented heart of Drygate for Trash Cinema’s Trash Fest Horror — and discussed Lucky McKee’s unsettling May (2002).
Recorded live with Trash Cinema, this episode was a creepy, playful deep-dive into a film that makes you sympathise with the monster and root for the misfit.
We unpack its aching loneliness, mixed with the comedy hiding in grotesque missteps, and the film’s knack for turning small betrayals into operatic horrors.
Whether you love the film, love to hate it, or have never seen anything quite like it, this episode captures the thrill of communal fear and the weird comfort that comes from finding your weird people in a packed room.
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This week on The Horror Cut, we welcome Trey Callaway, the writer behind I Still Know What You Did Last Summer. Trey shares behind-the-scenes stories, tanning bed terror, and what it was like to craft a sequel during the late ’90s slasher boom. A must-listen for horror fans and aspiring screenwriters alike.
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After slashing our way through I Know What You Did Last Summer and its sequel I Still Know What You Did Last Summer, we’re back with a quick bonus episode to dive into our first reactions to the brand-new I Know What You Did Last Summer (2025).
From shocking twists to nostalgic callbacks, we go for major spoilers. Whether you’re a long-time fan of the franchise or just curious about the new instalment, this mini-episode is the perfect hook.
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Pull on your slicker, guess the capital of Brazil, and travel to The Bahamas, we're discussing 'I STILL KNOW WHAT YOU DID LAST SUMMER' . Stephen and Gary get hooked on their first sequel episode and discuss if it holds up as well as the original, or is it.... even better?
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Dust down the chalkboard, grab your scalpel and unzip the body bag, we are discussing The Autopsy of Jane Doe.
The Horror Cut heads back into Glasgow for a special live screening and discussion of André Øvredal’s chilling 2016 horror mystery The Autopsy of Jane Doe. Recorded in front of an audience at The Old Hairdressers, this episode dives into the film’s claustrophobic setting, slow-burn tension, and the eerie layers beneath its simple premise.
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Deep in the jungle, something is hunting the hunters. This week on The Horror Cut, we pretend we have some action hero bravado and dive into the terror of John McTiernan’s Predator.
Join us as we break down how Predator still thrives as a horror film: the dread of the jungle, the effects of an invisible killer, and the primal fear of being hunted. If you thought it was only about explosions and muscles — think again. "STICK AROUND... STICK AROUND"
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In this bonus episode of Horror Cut, we tackle Jason Universe: Sweet Revenge (2025) — a compact, brutal short that’s already stirring up the fandom. Spoiler warning: we go deep. If you loved the short (or hated it), this one’s for you.
We break down the film’s biggest beats, standout filmmaking choices, and what this means for the Jason mythos.
Here is the link to the short: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O_dEbWGRXsg
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Pull on your yellow dress, travel through the London underground and hopefully, George Clooney is waiting at the other end. We are discussing 2004's CREEP.
Live from The Old Hairdressers in Glasgow: Horror Cuts takes a scalpel to 2004’s cult shocker CREEP. Steg and Gary guide a packed room through the film’s claustrophobic terror. Expect scene-by-scene analysis, on-the-spot trivia, a listener Q&A, and plenty of dark humour.
Whether you worship the film or find it unbearably creepy, this live cut is equal parts celebration and dissection.
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WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR, HUH?! WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?!
A small coastal town. Four friends. One terrible secret. And a hook-wielding killer who knows exactly what they did. In this episode, we dive off the fishing docks of I Know What You Did Last Summer (1997), unpacking its mix of mystery, suspense, and slasher mayhem.
We’ll explore its firmly hooked place in the ’90s horror resurgence, the performances that defined a generation of teen thrillers, and the moments that still send chills.
WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR, HUH?! WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?!
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In this episode of The Horror Cut, we descend into the claustrophobic nightmare of [REC], the Spanish found-footage masterpiece. We explore the film’s relentless pacing and bone-chilling atmosphere, which left audiences breathless. From its haunting building to its infamous finale, we dissect what makes [REC] such a standout in modern horror. Whether you’re a longtime fan or experiencing the infection for the first time, join us as we unlock the door—and face what waits in the dark.
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In this chilling episode of The Horror Cut, we dive into the sinister walls of 112 Ocean Avenue with 'The Amityville Horror ' (1979). Was it truly a house possessed or just a clever con?
We break down the film’s eerie atmosphere and the real-life case that inspired it. Turn off the lights, lock your doors, and join us... if you dare... unless you're told to GET OUT!!!!!!
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This time on The Horror Cut, we go full-body horror as we dive into David Cronenberg’s 1986 classic The Fly. Recorded live at The Old Hairdresser’s in Glasgow, we explore the film’s gruesome effects, tragic romance, and unforgettable transformation scenes. Expect insightful analysis, a few laughs, and plenty of love for practical gore.
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In this episode of The Horror Cut, Stephen and Gary dig up Pet Sematary (1989), the film that taught us sometimes 'Dead Is Better'. We explore the film’s bleak atmosphere, tragic themes of grief and loss, and that unforgettable Zelda sequence that scarred a generation.
💀 Is it still as terrifying today?
👻 And is this King classic just misunderstood?
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Join us as we celebrate Jason's birthday, with this little bonus episode of Friday 13th P4: The Final Chapter.
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Buckle your seatbelt, keep your eyes on the runway, and whatever you do, don’t mess with fate. This week on The Horror Cut, Stephen and Gary take a hair-raising ride through the death-defying chaos of 2000’s Final Destination.
We’re breaking down the original film that made us all paranoid about tanning beds, plane turbulence, and rogue logs on the highway. From its Rube Goldberg-style death sequences to its twisty take on destiny, we’re diving into the flick that turned the Grim Reaper into the ultimate micromanager.
Is Final Destination a brilliantly original concept that redefined supernatural horror, or just a series of elaborate freak accidents tied together by teen angst? Either way, death has a plan… and it doesn’t like being skipped.
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Don’t make a sound. Don’t even breathe. This week on The Horror Cut, Stephen and Gary tiptoe into the nail-biting silence of 2018’s breakout hit A Quiet Place.
We're unpacking the terror of a world where noise equals death, from the film’s brilliantly tense sound design to its heart-wrenching family dynamics. How does a horror movie with barely a word spoken manage to scream so loudly?
Is A Quiet Place a masterclass in minimalism or just a high-concept thriller with a gimmick? Either way, keep your footsteps light—something’s always listening.
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Make sure there is more than one exit, check your rearview mirror, and whatever you do, don’t stop moving. This week on The Horror Cut, Stephen and Gary are looking over their shoulders as they dive into 2014’s eerie indie hit It Follows.
We’re talking creeping dread, a shit ton of panning shots and that relentless, slow-walking entity that somehow feels scarier than anything running at full speed. From the film’s dreamlike atmosphere to its layered metaphors, we explore what makes It Follows such a modern horror standout.
Is it a clever spin on the slasher formula or just an arthouse fever dream in disguise? Either way, don’t slow down… something might be catching up.
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Gas up the car, keep your eyes on the road and listen for that horrific HORN!!!!. We are discussing 2001’s Jeepers Creepers.
This week on The Horror Cut, Stephen and Gary hit the road with one of horror’s most enduring monsters. We’re talking dark pipes, winged terror, and that unforgettable opening sequence that still makes you think twice about highways.
From the film’s unsettling creature design to its blend of slasher and supernatural, we break down why Jeepers Creepers soared beyond its B-movie setup to become a cult horror staple. Is it a masterclass in tension, or does it fall apart by the final act?
Hop in that rusty old truck.
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What does it take to turn already unsettling moments into downright nightmarish memories on screen? On this episode of The Horror Cut, we sit down with Academy Award & BAFTA winning special effects wizard Justin Raleigh (owner of Fractured FX Inc).
Justin takes us behind the scenes on The Conjuring and shares insider tales of sculpting the supernatural entities.
Dim the lights, lock your doors, and press play—this is one you’ll absolutely regret missing.
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Pack your map, take the backroads, and head deep into the woods. We're discussing 2003’s Wrong Turn.
This week on The Horror Cut, Stephen and Gary hack their way through the blood-soaked woods. We’re talking gnarly kills, inbred cannibal hillbillies, and the film’s surprisingly tight pacing that keeps you on edge from start to finish.
From practical gore effects to that iconic watchtower scene, we explore why Wrong Turn still holds up as a backwoods nightmare and a cult favorite among horror fans. Is it just another teen-slasher in the woods, or is there something more twisted hiding in the forest?
Tune in -- just don’t expect to make it out alive.
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Grab your music box and lock up your creepy doll, it's 3:07am and we are discussing The Conjuring.
This week, we step into the haunted world of James Wan’s The Conjuring (2013), the film that revitalised supernatural horror and introduced us to Ed and Lorraine Warren. Stephen and Gary discuss the film’s atmosphere, terrifying set pieces, and the true story that inspired it.
From its expertly crafted scares to its lasting impact on the horror genre, we break down why The Conjuring remains one of the most popular haunted house films.
Turn off the lights (if you dare) and join us for a deep dive into this modern horror classic!
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Ever wondered what it takes to bring Art the Clown’s nightmare-inducing world to life? In this special bonus episode of The Horror Cut, we sit down with Terrifier cinematographer and co-producer George Steuber for an exclusive behind-the-scenes discussion about the making of these brutal cult slashers.
George shares fascinating insights into the filmmaking process and what it’s like working on one of the most infamous indie horror franchises.
Grab your clown suit and step behind the camera—this is one episode you don’t want to miss!
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Pull on your clown suit, grab a slice of pizza and try and work out who the hell is the Final Girl, we're discussing 2016’s Terrifier.
This week on The Horror Cut, we’re diving into one of the most brutal slashers of the modern era. Stephen and Gary discuss the film’s relentless gore, the terrifying presence of Art the Clown, and why this indie horror hit has gained such a devoted following.
From its brutal kills to David Howard Thornton’s chilling performance, we break down what makes Terrifier stand out in the slasher genre. Is it just shock value, or is there something deeper lurking beneath the blood-soaked mayhem? Tune in to find out!
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The Horror Cut - Episode 1: Meet Your Hosts & Childhood Nightmares
Welcome to The Horror Cut! In our debut episode, actor Stephen Kerr and filmmaker Gary Hewitt introduce themselves and share their love for all things horror. Before we dive into dissecting classic and cult horror films in future episodes, we're taking a trip down memory lane—revealing the three films that terrified us as kids and left a lasting impact.
Join us as we discuss those early scares, what made them so haunting, and why horror has stuck with us ever since. Get ready for a fun, nostalgic, and spooky conversation!
IG - @thehorrorcutshow | @HewittGPro | @StephenkerrActor_Performer
FB - Facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573701383591
Welcome to episode 097 of Choose Film Podcast. It’s time to take a walk across the country, find the nearest ale house and watch out for nettle when taking a shit outside. We’re discussing Ben Wheatley’s A Field In England.
Film synopsis
During the English Civil War, a small group of deserters, including the lacemaker and alchemist's assistant, Whitehead flee from a raging battle through an overgrown field. They are captured by two men: O'Neil and Cutler.
links in conversation
Insta - @brendanswiftdp
https://www.brendan-swift.com/
Creative recommendation
Refractive
https://refractive.scot/
Refractive is an independent artist led collective of film makers and digital artists.
Baldur's Gate 3
Video game
THE MöBIUS TRIP - "A road trip pushes a dysfunctional family to the brink after their journey descends into a claustrophobic hallucinatory nightmare."
https://www.simonesmith.org/film
Welcome to episode 096 of Choose Film Podcast. It’s time to get called into work, miss hockey and don’t forget about the guy in the toilet, we’re discussing Kevin Smith’s grassroots Clerks.
SynopsisDante (Brian O'Halloran) is called in to cover a shift at his New Jersey convenience store on his day off. His friend Randal (Jeff Anderson) helps him pass the time, neglecting his video-store customers next door to hang out in the Quick Stop. The uneventful day is disrupted by news that one of Dante's ex-girlfriends has died. After attending her memorial service, Dante muses over staying with current girlfriend Veronica (Marilyn Ghigliotti) or reuniting with ex Caitlin (Lisa Spoonhauer).
Creative RecommendationsThe Fuck-Up by Arthur Nersesian
Book
One Life
Feature Film
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt13097932/
Masters of the Universe: Revelation
Animated series
Masters of the Universe is an American animated superhero fantasy television series produced by Kevin Smith and Powerhouse Animation Studios.
Twitter: @MarkAnthonyAyling
Letterboxd: MarkAnthonyAyling
Bio
Mark Anthony Ayling is a writer whose stories previously appeared in Perihelion and Cracked Eye. He has written book reviews for BlueInk Reviews and contributed film essays, reviews and articles at VHS Revival, Horrified Magazine and Filmhounds. A collection of his dystopian fiction, titled Northern Futures, was published by Lillicat in 2016. Ayling is also the author of the periodic film blog/journal/diary The Random Movie Journal. Currently Mark is putting the finishing touches on a science fiction novel (and considering how best to go about getting it published).
Welcome to episode 095 of Choose Film Podcast. Grab a seat, stick some weed down your pants and don’t mess with the bull or you’ll get the horns. That’s right we are joined by Sasha Reid to discuss John Hughes’ The Breakfast Club.
Synopsis
Five high school students from different walks of life endure a Saturday detention under a power-hungry principal (Paul Gleason). The disparate group includes rebel John (Judd Nelson), princess Claire (Molly Ringwald), outcast Allison (Ally Sheedy), brainy Brian (Anthony Michael Hall) and Andrew (Emilio Estevez), the jock. Each has a chance to tell his or her story, making the others see them a little differently -- and when the day ends, they question whether school will ever be the same.
Links In Conversation
Insta @sashasmoments
Twitter - @sAcHAmaaac
The Defender Trailer https://vimeo.com/849203128
Creative Recommendations
The Butcher & The Ren
Book by Alaina Urquhart
Mr Inbetween
A half-hour comedy series inspired by the cult film “The Magician
https://www.disneyplus.com/en-gb/series/mr-inbetween/4lPI5VghBpTi
Easy A
Easy A is a 2010 American teen romantic comedy film directed by Will Gluck
Welcome to Choose Film Podcast. It’s time to murder a witch, steal her slippers and take a stroll along the yellow brick road. We are discussing the classic Wizard Of Oz
Synopsis
When a tornado rips through Kansas, Dorothy (Judy Garland) and her dog, Toto, are whisked away in their house to the magical land of Oz. They follow the Yellow Brick Road toward the Emerald City to meet the Wizard, and en route they meet a Scarecrow (Ray Bolger) that needs a brain, a Tin Man (Jack Haley) missing a heart, and a Cowardly Lion (Bert Lahr) who wants courage. The wizard asks the group to bring him the broom of the Wicked Witch of the West (Margaret Hamilton) to earn his help.
Links In Conversation
Insta: @LaurenCMooreActor
Twitter: @Lauren_C_Moore
Creative Recommendations
BOOK: A Court of Thorns and Roses
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Court-Thorns-Roses-Sarah-Maas/dp/1526605392/ref=asc_df_1526605392/?tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=435702107904&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=790153849668924854&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9046947&hvtargid=pla-912493659533&psc=1&th=1&psc=1&tag=&ref=&adgrpid=106813071968&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvadid=435702107904&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=790153849668924854&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9046947&hvtargid=pla-912493659533
TV SHOW: The Bear
Disney +
REALITY TV SHOW: Queer Eye For The Straight Guy
Prime Video / Netflix
Welcome to episode 93 of Choose Film Podcast. Grab your wellies, join forces with the mothers and storm the marshlands. Gary & Nicola are joined by Rebecca Turner to discuss 2020's LOST GIRLS.
Synopsis
Determined to find her missing daughter, a desperate woman launches a personal investigation that leads police to the unsolved cases of murdered sex workers.
Creative Recommendations
A Play, A Pie & A Pint
https://playpiepint.com/
Weekend Read
https://johnaugust.com/apps/weekend-read
Butoh Dance Workshop
https://www.cca-glasgow.com/programme/butoh-dance-jan
Links
Insta - Rebturn7
Welcome to episode 92 of Choose Film Podcast.
It's time to steal Santa's sleigh, rob the rich and payoff the bad guys. It's christmas time and we're discussing Disney's TV movie 'Twas The Night'
Synopsis
After running away from criminals on Christmas Eve, a troublemaking uncle dresses up as Santa Claus and arrives at his nephew's house. Together, they embark on a joyride in Santa's new sleigh.
Welcome to episode 91 of Choose Film Podcast. We are back and just in time for XMAS. We have a cracking double bill for you with 'A Street Cat Named Bob' (Dir. Roger Spottiswoode) & 'A Christmas Gift from Bob' (Dir. Director: Charles Martin Smith)
A Street Cat Named Bob SynopsisJames Bowen, a homeless drug addict, starts living in a council flat. His life and fortune change for the better when he adopts Bob, a stray cat who keeps following him around.
A Christmas Gift from BobJames Bowen remembers his last Christmas when he was in a bad place and how his life turned around after he adopted Bob.
Welcome to episode 90 of Choose Film Podcast.
We are joined by fellow filmmaker Ross Imlach as we start a brand new season and theme "Female Leading Films' as we discuss 2022's Tár, produced by and starring Cate Blanchett.
SynopsisRenowned musician Lydia Tár is days away from recording the symphony that will elevate her career. When all elements seem to conspire against her, Lydia's adopted daughter Petra becomes an integral emotional support for her struggling mother.
Creative Recommendations
Fat Girl Best Friend - Book
https://tippermuirbooks.co.uk/product/fat-girl-best-friend/
Hannibal - TV Show
Netflix
Team Deakins
https://teamdeakins.libsyn.com/
Welcome to episode 89 of Choose Film Podcast.
Herd your goats, make some prison buddies & break your daughter into jail. Fellow creative Enzo Satera joins us to discuss 2019’s Miracle in Cell No. 7.
Synopsis
Inmates at a Korean prison join forces to protect a mentally-impaired comrade and his young daughter after the former is bullied into confessing to a crime he didn't commit.
LINKS IN CONVERSATIONlinkedin.com/in/enzosatera
https://www.youtube.com/user/Enzer0
https://www.instagram.com/ziozer0/
https://www.imdb.com/name/nm11979200/
It’s time to make some eggshell snakes, tell the lamp good morning and get the hell out of 'Room'. We are discussing Lenny Abrahamson’s 2015 adaptation ROOM.
Synopsis
Held captive for years in an enclosed space, a woman (Brie Larson) and her young son (Jacob Tremblay) finally gain their freedom, allowing the boy to experience the outside world for the first time.
LINKS IN CONVERSATIONTwitter - @fvf_podcast
Insta - filmvsfilmpodcast
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/film-vs-film-podcast/id1540448632
Creative Recommendations
Susan Sims
https://www.mandy.com/uk/a/susan-sims-1
John Wick 4
John Wick: Chapter 4, Trailer
Arcane
https://www.netflix.com/watch/81446667?trackId=255824129
It’s time to drink your potion, split yourself in two & have a crazy night on the town, we’re discussing 1931 Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde.
Synopsis
Testing his theory that in every man dwells a good and an evil force, the reserved Dr. Jekyll (Fredric March) develops a formula that separates the two, turning him into a violent ruffian named Mr. Hyde. Thinking he has found the answer to one of life's grandest mysteries, Dr. Jekyll soon realizes he is becoming addicted to his darker self as he unleashes his violent side on earthy dance hall girl Ivy (Miriam Hopkins) and fights Hyde to regain control of his body.
CREATIVE REC
SCOTTISH SCREENWRITERS
https://www.facebook.com/scotscreenwrite/?locale=en_GB
Persistent & Nasty podcast
https://open.spotify.com/show/6NGygdL9Y5aV14hFIawL4q
Is there anyone out there? It’s time to grab your life jacket, spread out on the door and blow your whistle. We’re discussing James Cameron’s true story about a fake romance… Its time for Titanic.
SynopsisJames Cameron's "Titanic" is an epic, action-packed romance set against the ill-fated maiden voyage of the R.M.S. Titanic, the most luxurious liner of her era -- the "ship of dreams" -- which ultimately carried over 1,500 people to their death in the ice cold waters of the North Atlantic in the early hours of April 15, 1912.
Links in ConversationTwitter @LeylaJosephine1
Insta @leylajosephine
leylajosephine.co.uk
https://www.leylajosephine.co.uk/shop
Caity Greene article
https://i-d.vice.com/en/article/d3xzea/rose-titanic-real-love-story?fbclid=IwAR3dUBhXdY8RpnbnsH5TAr98JKhzpXcgk6tJVilAnUKPZf1JLzO_Olf2MC0
Creative Recommendations
Stranger Things On Stage
https://uk.strangerthingsonstage.com/
The Artist's Way | Book by Julia Cameron
https://www.wob.com/en-gb/books/julia-cameron/artist-s-way/9780330343589?cq_src=google_ads&cq_cmp=19553276147&cq_con=&cq_med=pla&cq_plac=&cq_net=x&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI7IqP3Y3F_QIVHIBQBh2eBQPOEAQYASABEgLHHvD_BwE#GOR001286732
Belfast (film)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ja3PPOnJQ2k
One does not simply watch lord of the rings, they also tune into choose film podcast. We are joined by Filmmaker Dan Reynolds to discuss the original OG, The Lord Of The Rings: The Fellowship Of The Ring.
Synopsis
The future of civilization rests in the fate of the One Ring, which has been lost for centuries. Powerful forces are unrelenting in their search for it. But fate has placed it in the hands of a young Hobbit named Frodo Baggins (Elijah Wood), who inherits the Ring and steps into legend. A daunting task lies ahead for Frodo when he becomes the Ringbearer - to destroy the One Ring in the fires of Mount Doom where it was forged.
Links in Conversation
Twitter - @ATrueMismatch / @danielreynold20
INSTA - daniel_reynolds22 / atruemismatchseries
Creative RecommendationsVocabulary app
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/vocabulary-learn-words-daily/id1084540807
The Witcher Book Serious / Games
https://www.goodreads.com/series/40911-the-witcher
Yellowstone
Paramount +
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yellowstone_(American_TV_series)
Time to change your wardrobe, get your boss the correct coffee & find the new Harry Potter book. We are closing our Underdog Theme with The Devil Wears Prada.
Synopsis
Andy (Anne Hathaway) is a recent college graduate with big dreams. Upon landing a job at prestigious Runway magazine, she finds herself the assistant to diabolical editor Miranda Priestly (Meryl Streep). Andy questions her ability to survive her grim tour as Miranda's whipping girl without getting scorched.
Welcome to EP83 of Choose Film. It's time to name your van, get on the road and find your size of shit bucket we're discussing Chloé Zhao's Nomadland with director Jane Ashmore.
SYNOPSIS
A woman in her sixties who, after losing everything in the Great Recession, embarks on a journey through the American West, living as a van-dwelling modern-day nomad.
LINKS IN CONVERSATION
Twitter - @janeyash
Web - http://www.janeashmore.co.uk
CREATIVE RECOMMENDATIONS
Book - Nomadland: Surviving America in the Twenty-First Century,
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/38212124-nomadland
Anime Cyberpunk Edgerunners
https://www.netflix.com/title/81054853
BIO
Jane Ashmore is a director based in London, UK, specialising in television drama work. She began her career by working as a runner at the BBC whilst still an undergraduate student studying Theatre, Film & TV at the University of Bristol. She worked as a freelance assistant director on a variety of drama and comedy productions until she began directing full-time in 2016 on continuing TV drama series including EastEnders, Coronation Street and Emmerdale. LOVE (a short film) her first film has won over 30 awards including Best Film at the 2022 Ealing Film Festival, Best UK Short Film at The New Renaissance Film Festival and Best Female Director for Jane herself, at The 2022 London Director Awards.
Welcome to EP82 of Choose Film. It's time to grab you bob sleigh, learn to ride and protect that luck egg. We're joined by filmmaker, fight choreographer and fellow podcaster Carter Ferguson to discuss Cool Runnings.
Synopsis
Four Jamaican bobsleighers dream of competing in the Winter Olympics, despite never having seen snow. With the help of a disgraced former champion desperate to redeem himself, the Jamaicans set out to become worthy of Olympic selection, and go all out for glory
Links in Conversation
Twitter: @fight_director / @FilmProProdPod
Podcast: https://www.filmproproductivity.com/podcastapps
Website: fightdirector.com
Creative Recommendations
The Banshees of Inisherin | Comedy/Drama ‧ 1h 54m | Disney +
Scottish tv show - Dirty Water
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt15805766/
March 1st
Welcome to EP81 of Choose Film. Pick up your Chihuahua, pull on your best pink formalwear and get yourself to to Havard. We're joined by editor, writer & fellow podcaster Sarah Buddery to discuss Legally Blonde.
Synopsis
Elle Woods (Reese Witherspoon) has it all. She wants nothing more than to be Mrs. Warner Huntington III. But there is one thing stopping him (Matthew Davis) from proposing: She is too blonde. Elle rallies all of her resources and gets into Harvard, determined to win him back.
Links In Conversation
Twitter - @sarahbuddery / @jawsforaminute
https://www.looper.com/author/sarahbuddery/
insta - @sarah_buddery / @jawsforaminute
Creative Recommendations
The Devil Wears Prada - Book
https://www.wob.com/en-gb/books/lauren-weisberger/devil-wears-prada/9780007156108?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIub3o5e2P_QIViLHtCh0H6wX_EAQYASABEgLOqvD_BwE#GOR000410001
Ramblin: An Amblin Podcasthttps://twitter.com/RamblinAmblin?s=20&t=c4OEC_bBKZFRUyDK3P5PrA
Sh*t You May Not Have Seen podcast
https://open.spotify.com/episode/6ybQszNBmBMts3nLUcAOEC?si=e4453c32c9e54577&fbclid=IwAR2YpioucxBJ4_nNF0eLoU798Gko56nwml9NI9RWD9RaYjvX9q6txRb1T6g&nd=1
Sarah's Bio
Sarah is an editor and writer for Looper and co-hosts the Let's Jaws for a Minute podcast. As well as Spielberg's 1975 masterpiece, Sarah is hugely passionate about animation, particularly stop-motion and the Walt Disney animated classics.
Welcome to EP80 of Choose Film. Its time to get your ballroom shoes on and hit that dance floor, we are joined by writer / director Catriona MacLeod to discuss Baz Luhrmann debut feature Strictly Ballroom.
Synopsis
A top ballroom dancer pairs with a plain, left-footed local girl when his maverick style earns him the disdain of his more conventionally-minded colleagues. Together, the team gives it their all and makes dreams of the National Championship title come true.
Links in conversation
Twitter - @ThatCatLoud
Insta - thatcatloud
Web - catloud.co.uk
Creative RecommendationsLast of us TV Show
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uLtkt8BonwM
Shirley — Feature Film
Netflix
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X2oA35q212E
The Express - Amazon Prime
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IaTcy1Vvbi0
Not quite my tempo. Are you rushing or are dragging. Welcome to EP79 of Choose Film podcast. DRUMROLL PLEASE!!!!!!!!
We are discussing Damien Chazelle's Whiplash with fellow podcast Martin Harries from Film vs Film Podcast
Synopsis
Andrew Neiman (Miles Teller) is an ambitious young jazz drummer, in pursuit of rising to the top of his elite music conservatory. Terence Fletcher (J.K. Simmons), an instructor known for his terrifying teaching methods, discovers Andrew and transfers the aspiring drummer into the top jazz ensemble, forever changing the young man's life. But Andrew's passion to achieve perfection quickly spirals into obsession, as his ruthless teacher pushes him to the brink of his ability and his sanity.
LINKS IN CONVERSATION
Twitter - @fvf_podcast
Insta - filmvsfilmpodcast
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/film-vs-film-podcast/id1540448632
**Creative Recommendations
The Banshees of Inisherin**Comedy/Drama ‧ 1h 54m - Disney +
Podcast - True Crime All The Time Podcast https://www.truecrimeallthetime.com/
Whiplash - Short Film
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9cVTwARzXxQ
Welcome to EP77 of Choose Film . It’s time to Dodge, Duck, Dip, Dive and Dodge as we are joined by fellow filmmaker Mark Peberdy to discuss Rawson Marshall Thurber’s ‘Dodgeball’
Synopsis
Average Joe's Gym and its owner, Peter La Fleur (Vince Vaughn), are both down on their luck. A fancy competing gym called Globo-Gym, run by the maniacal health nut White Goodman (Ben Stiller), is about to put Average Joe's out of business unless Peter can raise $50,000 to keep his mortgage. To save the gym, Peter and a ragtag group of Average Joe's members and employees enter a dodgeball contest with a big cash prize. In response, White forms his own Globo-Gym team to rout the competition.
Links in conversation
https://www.comharra.com/
Email: contact@comharra.com
https://twitter.com/ComharraSL
Creative RecommendationsBook/diary — Everyone's A Critic 52 Week Movie Challenge:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Everyones-Critic-Week-Movie-Challenge/dp/1691348139/ref=asc_df_1691348139/?tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=394229390319&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=1160169699253643869&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9046879&hvtargid=pla-842199274308&psc=1&th=1&psc=1&tag=&ref=&adgrpid=85953219350&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvadid=394229390319&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=1160169699253643869&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9046879&hvtargid=pla-842199274308
BOOK — Amanda Brown’s Legally Blonde
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Legally-Blonde-Amanda-Brown/dp/0751534552/ref=sr_1_1?crid=15USESEY6HZA5&keywords=amanda+brown+legally+blonde&qid=1673180455&s=books&sprefix=amanda+brown+legally+blonde%2Cstripbooks%2C71&sr=1-1
Feature Film — Glass Onion
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-xR_lBtEvSc
Welcome to 077 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast.
Grab you duffle coat, take a walk down the beaches of Wales and don’t leave the cinema early… the filmmakers will know. We are joined by Niamh Mckeown to discuss Richard Ayoade’s Submarine.
Synopsis15-year-old Oliver Tate has two objectives: To lose his virginity before his next birthday, and to extinguish the flame between his mother and an ex-lover who has resurfaced in her life.
Links in conversationInsta - keownmcniamh
twitter - @keownmcniamh
niamhmck.com
Creative RecommendationsM ll R R O R S
https://www.facebook.com/WEAREMIIRRORS
https://open.spotify.com/artist/5MIb0klsPLrZ1omaIYzSoE
Bad Beans 48hr film project | Short Film
https://www.48hourfilm.com/en/glasgow-gb/films/57507
Decision to Leave
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt12477480/
Young Fathers - 'I Saw' (Official Video)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uPyC0JUfZrU
BBC STUNNERS
https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/p0cgp88n/stunners
Niamh’s Bio
Niamh is a screenwriter and director based in Edinburgh who tells stories about wild funny women. Her short films include GOOD GIRLS, FARMLAND, AUNTIE EMPIRE, FLOOERS and most recently GINNY REAPER. Last year, Niamh took part in the Channel 4 Shadow Director scheme where she shadowed on Robert Popper’s new show, I HATE YOU. Shortly after, Niamh went on to direct comedy pilots STUNNERS and THE FARM for BBC Studios. Currently, Niamh is developing a six-part television series while working towards her debut feature film.
Welcome to 076 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast.
Hop onboard the Nostromo, dodge a facehugger and remember to talk about the bonus situation? We are discussing Ridley Scott's OG 'ALIEN with Scare Scotland's Stevie Douglas.
Synopsis
In deep space, the crew of the commercial starship Nostromo is awakened from their cryo-sleep capsules halfway through their journey home to investigate a distress call from an alien vessel. The terror begins when the crew encounters a nest of eggs inside the alien ship. An organism from inside an egg leaps out and attaches itself to one of the crew, causing him to fall into a coma.
Links in conversationSCARESCOTLAND INFO
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ScareScotland
Insta - scarescotland
Website - https://www.scarescotland.co.uk/
Creative RecommendationsUnproduced Alien 3 Scripts
https://www.avpgalaxy.net/files/scripts/alien-3-william-gibson-1988-01.pdf
https://www.avpgalaxy.net/files/scripts/alien-3-john-fasano-1990-03-29.pdf
audio drama - The Tower
https://www.tincanaudio.co.uk/thetower
Alien 3 - Wreckage and Rage
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WzWRjukjK24
Welcome to 075 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast. Its time to munch down on a chapstick, sort out you taxes and get ready to verse jump as we are joined by 'The Director's Toolbox's' very own Robert Macfarlane to discuss 'Everything Everywhere All at Once'
Synopsis
A Chinese immigrant gets unwillingly embroiled in an epic adventure where she must connect different versions of herself in the parallel universe to stop someone who intends to harm the multiverse.
Links in conversation
The Director Toolbox
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheDirectorToolbox/featured
Insta - https://www.instagram.com/thedirectortoolbox/
https://www.facebook.com/RobertMacfarlaneDirector
Creative Recommendations48hr film- BOUND
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B0shnXrwB7I
Fresh Guacamole by PES | Oscar Nominated Short
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dNJdJIwCF_Y
Nati Dreddd
singer songwriter based in Scotland
insta - natidreddd
Robert's Bio
Welcome to 074 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast. It’s time to take a trip through the slums, go 50-50 and phone a friend. We’re discussing Slumdog Millionaire.
Synopsis
As 18-year-old Jamal Malik (Dev Patel) answers questions on the Indian version of "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire," flashbacks show how he got there. Part of a stable of young thieves after their mother dies, Jamal and his brother, Salim, survive on the streets of Mumbai. Salim finds the life of crime agreeable, but Jamal scrapes by with small jobs until landing a spot on the game show.
Creative RecommendationsShort Film | Balcony
https://vimeo.com/328045341
Pitch meeting
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9Kq-yEt1iYsbUzNOoIRK0g/about
Short Film | Coming Of Age
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gsj2qMraqJQ
Charlie’s BioCharlie is a Glasgow-based filmmaker, who's been making short films and sketches for years. He completed directing and editing duties on the comedy pilot series Dirty Water earlier this year, which is based on John Stuart's stage-play. Currently, he works in the post-production department at IWC Media, home of Location, Location, Location, and many other factual and lifestyle shows. He lives in the southside of Glasgow with his partner-in-chains, Luca.
Welcome to 073 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast.
Celebrate Halloween by saying his name three times. Join Gary and Nicola for a bonus episode as we discuss Tim Burton's comedy horror film Beetlejuice.
SYNOPSIS
After Barbara (Geena Davis) and Adam Maitland (Alec Baldwin) die in a car accident, they find themselves stuck haunting their country residence, unable to leave the house. When the unbearable Deetzes (Catherine O'Hara, Jeffrey Jones) and teen daughter Lydia (Winona Ryder) buy the home, the Maitlands attempt to scare them away without success. Their efforts attract Beetlejuice (Michael Keaton), a rambunctious spirit whose "help" quickly becomes dangerous for the Maitlands and innocent Lydia.
Welcome to 072 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast.
Get ready for a book reading princess, a talking candlestick, a roaring beast, sprinkled with a little bit of Stockholm syndrome, as Nicola and Gary are joined by filmmaker Sarah Grant to discuss Beauty & The Beast.
Synopsis
Belle, a beautiful young woman, agrees to live with the Beast in exchange for the return of her abducted father. Soon, Belle discovers that her hideous captor is actually an enchanted prince.
Links In Conversation
BBC - Stunners - https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0cgp88n
Twitter - @SGrantCreative
Insta - @sarahgrantcreative
Creative RecommendationsBook
Peterhead Porridge: Tales From the Funny Side of Scotland's Most Notorious Prison
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Peterhead-Porridge-Scotlands-Notorious-Prison/dp/1845021525
Short film - Duet
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZkARp7dqSBk
TV Show - Wynonna Earp
https://m.imdb.com/title/tt4878326/?fbclid=IwAR2rf5-LTxIa4LGNRPAG8bXAzWbFnRtD7eg1fhAsV6Er_L6qIhWgfGGsw_s
Sarah's Bio
Sarah is a RTS Scotland award winning and BAFTA Scotland New Talent Award nominated Writer/Director, Actor and Poet. She has a feature film, 'Scare', in development with Short Circuit, an industry funded short film, 'Candy', currently on the festival circuit, and a BBC Scotland comedy pilot, 'Stunners' (co-written with Katrina Allen) available on iPlayer. Sarah is an advocate for body and sex positive stories with female friendship at their heart and all her work strives to be honest, feminist and fearless.
Welcome to 072 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast.
We're going through ch, ch, ch changes.
We welcome our new Co-Host, Nicola Docherty... Say our goodbyes to Rebecca and discuss the 12 years in the making 'Boyhood', directed by Richard Linklater
SYNOPSIS
The joys and pitfalls of growing up are seen through the eyes of a child named Mason (Ellar Coltrane), his parents (Patricia Arquette, Ethan Hawke) and his sister (Lorelei Linklater). Vignettes, filmed with the same cast over the course of 12 years, capture family meals, road trips, birthday parties, graduations and other important milestones. Songs from Coldplay, Arcade Fire and other artists capture the time period. Directed by Richard Linklater.
Links In Conversation
Twitter - @riddellr
Twitter - @LinksLockdown
Insta - @riddellrebecca
Creative Recommendations
Short film Trifle
Drama centring on a grieving pharmacist and a trifle-loving methadone patient.
https://www.facebook.com/trifleshortfilm
Vimeo - https://vimeo.com/395963161?fbclid=IwAR2tlZBSLHX2QaQer9CYua3E0bODLs-eo2pGsANlyXlekNHJY32dSsE01pY
The HB Film Fest
https://www.hbfilmfestival.com
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/hb-film-festival-2022-tickets-388542780917
Everything I Know About Love (Paperback)
Dolly Alderton (author)
https://www.waterstones.com/book/everything-i-know-about-love/dolly-alderton/9780241982105
Sci-Fi Short Film "Transmission" | DUST | Online Premiere
UFOs? Alien abduction? A boy finds the key to extraterrestrial connection but loses his brother in the process.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XAOlRrNqu4I
Rebecca's Farewell
After a lot of thought, I have sadly decided to leave the podcast. It was not an easy choice to make, but I know it is the right decision.
I have loved being a part of Choose Film and have been a fan of the podcast from the very beginning and still am to this day. It has introduced me to and connected me with some wonderful people, some that I have even met in the flesh - even Gary! Choose Film was born in a lonely and isolated time, and it is still there for those that are looking for comfort, distraction and for terrible jokes/ wonderful singing. In those low moments, it’s good to just switch off and talk about films!
I’d like to thank Gary for asking me to be a part of this journey; for being so understanding, patient and just a wonderful co-host and now friend. I'd like to thank all of our wonderful guests for being so welcoming and open, and to thank the listeners for also welcoming me into their ears and just for continually being there to support us and helping the podcast grow. It’s always reassuring and comforting to know that people out there that want to listen so please keep listening, reviewing, sharing and spreading the Choose Film joy! I can’t wait to see what’s in store for Choose Film next and wish all the luck and love in the world.
Thank you for listening and take care!
Brush your fangs, hop on a boat and take a trip to 18th century London as we discuss Francis Ford Coppola - Bram Stoker's Dracula
SYNOPSIS
Count Dracula, a 15th-century prince, is condemned to live off the blood of the living for eternity. Young lawyer Jonathan Harker is sent to Dracula's castle to finalise a land deal, but when the Count sees a photo of Harker's fiancée, Mina, the spitting image of his dead wife, he imprisons him and sets off for London to track her down.
Welcome to 069 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast.
It's time to enter the fashion world, plan a heist and not kill any puppies -- YET. We are discussing 2021's Cruella with Actor Cole Stewart.
Synopsis
Estella is a young and clever grifter who's determined to make a name for herself in the fashion world. She soon meets a pair of thieves who appreciate her appetite for mischief, and together they build a life for themselves on the streets of London. However, when Estella befriends fashion legend Baroness von Hellman, she embraces her wicked side to become the raucous and revenge-bent Cruella.
Links In ConversationTwitter - @ColeSTW
Insta - @colestw
web - colestewart.co.uk
**Creative Recommendations
The HB Film Fest**https://www.hbfilmfestival.com
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/hb-film-festival-2022-tickets-388542780917
BBC - The Control Room
https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m0019f4r
The Tron -- AUTUMN-WINTER 2022 SEASON OF WORK
https://www.tron.co.uk/autumn-winter-2022-season-launched/
BBC - Stunners
https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0cgp88n
Cole's Bio
Born and raised in Glasgow, Cole trained as an actor for 3 years before graduating and working in a variety of disciplines.
As a freelance creative, Cole has worked for various companies including the Citizens Theatre, InCahootz, Crossroads (formally Qdos), Vivace Theatre School, SuperKids, Witsherface, P&O Cruises and many more.
He is a co-founder of Glasgow's Brassneck Theatre Company, a comedy sketch group that perform on stage and through online video content.
As a drama tutor, Cole established Firelight School for Storytellers with director Lauren Mitchell in August 2020. Cole is also a qualified LAMDA instructor.
Welcome to 068 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast.
It's time to suit up! We are off to the opera. Rebecca & Gary are joined by theatre director Lauren Mitchell to discuss the 3hr long epic -- Amadeus.
SynopsisWolfgang Amadeus Mozart is a remarkably talented young Viennese composer who unwittingly finds a fierce rival in the disciplined and determined Antonio Salieri. Resenting Mozart for both his hedonistic lifestyle and his undeniable talent, the highly religious Salieri is gradually consumed by his jealousy and becomes obsessed with Mozart's downfall, leading to a devious scheme that has dire consequences for both men.
Links In Conversationsirentheatre.com
Twitter - @LAMTheatre
Twitter - @siren_theatreco
Insta - laurenmitchelltheatre
Insta - @sirentheatre
Creative RecommendationsStrange indeed - podcast
https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/strange-indeed-a-fancast-for-stranger-things/id1279015480?i=1000568212800
BARD IN THE BOTANICS
https://www.bardinthebotanics.co.uk
GRIT - Martyn Bennett
http://www.martynbennett.com/Album_Grit.html
Martyn Bennett "Grit": The Documentary
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9aJXNN_D07o
Sideways
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi7l9chXMljpUft67vw78qw
Lauren's Bio
Lauren Mitchell is a theatre director and maker from Glasgow. Her main body of work has been with the Citizens Theatre, having been a member of their Young Co. She is also a co-founder of Siren Theatre, a genre-defying company that makes work with social issues right at its heart. Their debut production Text Me When You Get Home is currently in development with support from the Tron Theatre and Glasgow and Clyde Rape Crisis.
Welcome to 067 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast.
Grab your marmalade sandwich, plan a prison break and get home before your Aunt’s 100th birthday. We are discussing the pretty perfect Paddington 2 with Actor and Filmmaker Paul Longley.
SynopsisSettled in with the Brown family, Paddington the bear is a popular member of the community who spreads joy and marmalade wherever he goes. One fine day, he spots a pop-up book in an antique shop -- the perfect present for his beloved aunt's 100th birthday. When a thief steals the prized book, Paddington embarks on an epic quest to unmask the culprit before Aunt Lucy's big celebration.
Links In ConversationInsta - @paul_longley
Web - www.oakmeadproductions.co.uk
Twitter - @PaulLongley
Creative Recommendations
BIG FISH - ON STAGE
Glue Factory
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/big-fish-tickets-341368090147
Guru Shots
https://gurushots.com/
Inside Inside number 9 - podcast
https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0824y01/episodes/player
Welcome to 066 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast.
Grab your broomstick, get lost in the woods and find yourself talking to a demonic goat as we discuss Robert Eggers' folk horror debut The VVitch.
SynopsisIn 1630 New England, panic and despair envelops a farmer, his wife and their children when youngest son Samuel suddenly vanishes. The family blames Thomasin, the oldest daughter who was watching the boy at the time of his disappearance. With suspicion and paranoia mounting, twin siblings Mercy and Jonas suspect Thomasin of witchcraft, testing the clan's faith, loyalty and love to one another.
Links In ConversationTwitter - @paul_stirrat
Twitter - @100FilmReviews
Insta - @stirratstory
Insta - 100filmreviews
Spotlight - spotlight.com/0299-4509-7412
Creative RecommendationsHighland by screenwriter John August
https://nofilmschool.com/Highland-screenwriting-software
Talkabout
https://open.spotify.com/show/5DXXVVZKJeu6BSd6StwHo1
Wisecrack
https://www.youtube.com/user/thugnotes
Paul's Bio
Ever since Paul graduated in 2014 with a B.A. in Acting he has been doing his utmost to perform across the country. From the chaotic nature of site specific work to the splendour of the theatre and the magic of film. Paul has portrayed characters grounded in reality from many walks of life to more fantastical characters such as King Rat or even the Devil himself. And speaking of the Devil...
In recent years Paul has come to appreciate the work of Ari Aster and Robert Eggers in the horror genre and is excited to delve into his favourite film from Eggers repertoire, the 2015 chilling folktale horror of “The VVitch”
Paul’s recent credits include:
Game of Cones
The 100: Panel Show & Film Review Talk Show
My Son
The Difference Between Us
and
A True Mismatch
Welcome to 065 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast.
Grab your mic, sing your heart out and try to block out those subliminal messages as we discuss 'Josie & The Pussycats' with playwright and theatremaker Rachel O’Regan.
Synopsis
Josie (Rachael Leigh Cook), Melody (Tara Reid) and Val (Rosario Dawson) are three small-town girl musicians determined to take their rock band out of their garage and straight to the top, while remaining true to their look, style and sound. They get a record deal which brings fame and fortune but soon realize they are pawns of two people who want to control the youth of America. They must clear their names, even if it means losing fame and fortune.
Links In ConversationTwitter - @fbombtheatre
Twitter - @Rachel_ORegan
Insta - @rach.writes.plays
Insta - @theatrefakers
Insta - @fbombtheatre
Creative RecommendationsShotDeck
https://shotdeck.com
Shrek Re-told
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pM70TROZQsI
Play Pie & Pint
https://playpiepint.com
Rachel's Bio
Rachel O’Regan is a playwright and theatremaker based in Edinburgh, Scotland. She has graduated Edinburgh Napier University’s MFA Playwriting programme and her first full-length play Hungerland won the Bread and Roses Playwriting Award in 2019. Her most recent play, Afterparty, was produced by new women’s theatre company F-Bomb Theatre and sold out its entire run at Edinburgh Fringe 2021. They are coming back this year with her next play, The Beatles Were A Boyband. Rachel is a fan of films that make you feel good, empowered female characters and anything with an 80s or 90s soundtrack.
Welcome to 064 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast.
It’s time to cross the border, listen to some political jargon, and avoid getting your head blown off as we discuss 'Sicario".
Rebecca and Gary are joined by Cinephile & Film Critic Jim Ross to breakdown the best bits of Denis Villeneuve's tense, gritty and violent film
Synopsis
After rising through the ranks of her male-dominated profession, idealistic FBI agent Kate Macer (Emily Blunt) receives a top assignment. Recruited by mysterious government official Matt Graver (Josh Brolin), Kate joins a task force for the escalating war against drugs. Led by the intense and shadowy Alejandro (Benicio Del Toro), the team travels back-and-forth across the U.S.-Mexican border, using one cartel boss (Bernardo Saracino) to flush out a bigger one (Julio Cesar Cedillo).
Links In ConversationTwitter - @JimGR
Twitter - @TAKEONECinema
Website - TAKEONECinema.net
Twitter - @cinetopia
Twitter - @ehfm_live
Website - ehfm.live
Creative RecommendationsFilm Shortage
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpa2QppVwCuivaWe5qfVY_Q
John McFarlane - Composer
https://soundcloud.com/john-colin-mcfarlane?fbclid=IwAR1aee-Ub6xfH0WPYJRdmIB-1xDN0dkzSjbnRlBMjNiVUEUUjnXe6qcHHcA
EHFM
https://www.ehfm.live
Jim's Bio
Jim is a freelance film critic and the Editor-in-Chief of TAKEONECinema.net, which covers festivals and independent cinema year-round. He hosted a fortnightly radio show on Cambridge 105FM from 2011-2013, and has co-produced Cinetopia on Edinburgh's EH-FM since January 2019. He has served on multiple film festival juries, the Cambridge Film Festival submissions panel for short and feature films since 2011, and is a former Deputy Director of Cambridge African Film Festival."
Welcome to episode 063 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast. Join Rebecca and Gary as they wrap up the 'DATE NIGHT' season and discuss their perfect date nightmovie choices, followed by the listeners reel.
Welcome to 062 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast.
It’s time to hold up your local bookstore, steal some petty cash and try a life on the run as we discuss Wes Anderson’s debut feature Bottle Rocket with writer & director Paul Morris.
Synopsis
Three friends plan to pull off a simple robbery and go on the run. Upon his release from a mental hospital following a nervous breakdown, the directionless Anthony joins his friend Dignan, who seems far less sane than the former.
Links In Conversation
Twitter - @MarloFilms
Insta - @marlofilms
https://www.angryyoungmen.co.uk
Short Film -- Crook
Director: Ozan Biron
https://vimeo.com/100390430
Short Film -- Infection Nihilism
Director: James price
https://directorsnotes.com/2022/03/29/james-price-infectious-nihilism/
Writer's Block -- Radio Hour
https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblockradio/
Paul Morris Bio
Paul Morris is a writer and director, known for Angry Young Men (2022), VideoGaiden (2005) and Burnistoun (2009).
Welcome to 061 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast.
Find a cupboard, clench your fists and travel back in time as we discuss Richard Cutis' heartwarming classic 'About Time. Gary and Rebecca are joined by actor Gwilym Roberts to discuss this lovable time-travelling classic.
Synopsis
When Tim Lake (Domhnall Gleeson) is 21, his father (Bill Nighy) tells him a secret: The men in their family can travel through time. Although he can't change history, Tim resolves to improve his life by getting a girlfriend. He meets Mary (Rachel McAdams), falls in love and finally wins her heart via time travel and a little cunning. However, as his unusual life progresses, Tim finds that his special ability can't shield him and those he loves from the problems of ordinary life.
Links In Conversation
Twitter - @GwilymNHRoberts
Twitter - @talkabout_pod
Insta - @focusfilmmovies
Insta - @gwilym_roberts
My Hero Academia Conceptual Spin Off
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1oPMw8ftL6w
Angry Young Men - Dir. Paul Morris
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uQkRrCfpEQQ
Cafe Flicker: Ukrainian Showcase
https://www.facebook.com/events/1851624395022118?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22your_upcoming_events_unit%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22bookmark%22%7D]%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D
Gwilym Bio
Gwilym is an actor based in London. Although most of his experience is with theatre, he’s always loved film and the emotions it can create. He has a podcast “talkabout” where he talks about all things film with his mate, and mentions marvel too many times
Welcome to 060 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast.
Stage a breakout, stick it to the man and fall in love with an aquatic creature as we discuss Guillermo del Toro's bizarrely, beautiful 'The Shape Of Water' with editor, writer and fellow podcaster Mary Palmer.
Synopsis
Elisa is a mute, isolated woman who works as a cleaning lady in a hidden, high-security government laboratory in 1962 Baltimore. Her life changes forever when she discovers the lab's classified secret -- a mysterious, scaled creature from South America that lives in a water tank. As Elisa develops a unique bond with her new friend, she soon learns that its fate and very survival lies in the hands of a hostile government agent and a marine biologist.
Links In Conversation
Twitter - @MissMaimePeas
Twitter - @moviescramble
Twitter - @JumpCut_Online
Insta - @missmaimepeas
Insta - @moviescramble
One Of Us (Book) - Thomas Simpson
https://www.amazon.co.uk/One-Us-families-traditions-hunted/dp/1692102834/ref=sr_1_1?crid=NY8PGLI4GQA7&keywords=thomas+simpson&qid=1646079687&sprefix=thomas+simpson%2Caps%2C70&sr=8-1
Blackened (Book) - Thomas Simpson
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Blackened-Thomas-Simpson/dp/B08QRXTZ9T/ref=sr_1_2?crid=NY8PGLI4GQA7&keywords=thomas+simpson&qid=1646079687&sprefix=thomas+simpson%2Caps%2C70&sr=8-2
Savage Mansion - Golden Mountain, Here I Come (album)
https://www.lostmap.com/products/savage-mansion-golden-mountain
ORPHANS - National Theatre of Scotland
https://www.nationaltheatrescotland.com/events/orphans
Mary's Bio
Mary Palmer is an editor, writer and podcaster. She's also an unapologetic lover of classic Hollywood musicals, contemporary European cinema and will always maintain that the book was better than the film.
Welcome to 059 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast.
Get yourself a single vodka cranberry, get back on the dating scene and wait for Ryan Gosling to chat you up, as we discuss 2011's Crazy, Stupid, Love with Scottish Actor and Writer Jamie Thorburn.
SYNOPSIS
Cal Weaver (Steve Carell) is living the American dream. He has a good job, a beautiful house, great children and a beautiful wife, named Emily (Julianne Moore). Cal's seemingly perfect life unravels, however, when he learns that Emily has been unfaithful and wants a divorce. Over 40 and suddenly single, Cal is adrift in the fickle world of dating. Enter, Jacob Palmer (Ryan Gosling), a self-styled player who takes Cal under his wing and teaches him how to be a hit with the ladies.
Links In ConversationTwitter - @JamieThorburn1
Insta - jamie_thorburn1
Creative RecommendationsFabulous (app)
https://www.thefabulous.co/
Fire - Mavica (song)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HjSqcB7pp0o
Behind The Mask (short film)
https://klipist.com/title/behind-the-mask/
Welcome to 058 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast.
Grab your watermelon, pull on your dancing shoes and practice your lift as we discuss DIRTY DANCING. Gary and Rebecca are joined by Actor Sky Sinclair to discuss this feel-good classic romcom.
Synopsis
Baby (Jennifer Grey) is one listless summer away from the Peace Corps. Hoping to enjoy her youth while it lasts, she's disappointed when her summer plans deposit her at a sleepy resort in the Catskills with her parents. Her luck turns around, however, when the resort's dance instructor, Johnny (Patrick Swayze), enlists Baby as his new partner, and the two fall in love. Baby's father forbids her from seeing Johnny, but she's determined to help him perform the last big dance of the summer.
Links In Conversation
Website: https://www.spotlight.com/8130-5646-4475
Twitter: https://twitter.com/sinclairactor
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shaycrinkle/
Creative RecommendationsHello Sidney - Podcast
://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/hello-sidney-the-scream-podcast/id1599569072
Land Of Mine - Feature Film
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Kao3t0NBMU
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3841424/
Frank Film Club - podcast
https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/frank-film-club-with-maisie-williams/id1565563311
Sky's Bio
Sky Sinclair is an actress based in Glasgow. Sky’s acting experience has been mostly in film and voiceover and she is keen to venture into the world of theatre soon too! In addition to acting Sky writes poetry and loves creating art. She is also a fully qualified clinical hypnotherapist, reiki master and primary school teacher. Spotlight- https://www.spotlight.com/8130-5646-4475
Welcome to 057 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast.
Dust out the old typewriter, grab your axe and take a trip to the Overlook Hotel as we discuss The Shining. Gary and Rebecca are joined by Actor and Voice Over Artist Vivien Taylor to discuss Stanley Kubrick's horrifying classic.
Synopsis
Jack Torrance (Jack Nicholson) becomes winter caretaker at the isolated Overlook Hotel in Colorado, hoping to cure his writer's block. He settles in along with his wife, Wendy (Shelley Duvall), and his son, Danny (Danny Lloyd), who is plagued by psychic premonitions. As Jack's writing goes nowhere and Danny's visions become more disturbing, Jack discovers the hotel's dark secrets and begins to unravel into a homicidal maniac hell-bent on terrorizing his family.
Links In ConversationSpotlight Profile: https://www.spotlight.com/0294-8971-7461
Website: www.vivientaylor.com
IMDB Profile: https://www.imdb.me/vivientaylor
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vivientayloractress
Showreel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=apSc_NOOHuU
Twitter: @vivientaylor
Instagram: @thevivientaylor
Creative RecommendationsWhere’s My Sandwich? - Short Film
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=pfGEdmZyVyY
Tea Light - Short Film
Dir. Matt Taylor
Crowd Funder - https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/tealight-short-horror-film#/
James McAvoy in Cyrano de Bergerac | New 2022
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LnnYlloLf94
VIVIEN TAYLOR BiographyVivien is no stranger to a film set or stage, having been performing since the age of three. In 2018 she received BEST LEAD ACTRESS nominations at The Madrid International Film Festival and The Amsterdam International Filmmaker Festival for her role as Jennifer in UK feature film, 'TRAIN SET' in which she starred opposite Patrick Bergin. Best known for her role as the zombie Matron in action horror feature film, ‘OUTPOST II: BLACK SUN’, Vivien was delighted to play the Nurse in the prequel, ‘OUTPOST III: RISE OF THE SPETSNAZ’ which has been released worldwide. She also played a strong supporting role in UK feature film, ‘SHADOWLAND’ which has been released in the UK and the United States.
Playing Sheena in the Edinburgh black comedy feature film, ‘A SPANKING IN PARADISE’ was also a career highlight as it was awarded ‘Best of the Fest’ at the Edinburgh International Film Festival alongside the world’s first audio movie, ‘THE DUNWICH HORROR‘ in which she voiced the character of Lavinia Whateley, the lead character’s mother. Both projects have been released worldwide.
In complete contrast, children’s television has always been a huge passion of Vivien’s having played Lady Millicent Montague in CBBC’s ‘SPOOK SQUAD’ as well as having played an array of characters in CBBC’s comedy programme ‘HEDZ’. Possessing a young-sounding, vivacious voice, Vivien has provided the voice of various youth orientated TV commercials, jingles and voiced the educational series ‘THE POPPY STORY’ which was viewed by every school-aged child in Scotland. Most recently she provided the majority of the female voices in CBBC’s Bafta award-winning ‘OOGLIES FUNSIZE.’
Vivien recently completed filming psychological horror short, ‘TEALIGHT’ in which she was the protagonist Evelyn, as well as appearing as Leila in the UK television drama, ‘ANNIKA’ which was recently shown on Alibi TV.
Welcome to episode 056 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast.
We are just a duo of podcasters.... recording an episode.... asking you to listen"
We are onto a new season "DATE NIGHT"!!!!
Rebecca and Gary are joined by Filmbusters Film Critic Ben Murray to discuss the delightfully heartwarming Notting Hill.
SynopsisWilliam Thacker (Hugh Grant) is a London bookstore owner whose humdrum existence is thrown into romantic turmoil when famous American actress Anna Scott (Julia Roberts) appears in his shop. A chance encounter over spilled orange juice leads to a kiss that blossoms into a full-blown affair. As the average bloke and glamorous movie star draw closer and closer together, they struggle to reconcile their radically different lifestyles in the name of love.
Links in conversationTwitter - @filmbustersben
Twitter - @FilmBustersPod
https://www.filmbusterspod.co.uk
Insta - @filmbusterspod
Creative recommendation
Short film - Lie detector
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CjVVNuraly8
The Other Side of Darkness: A Seinfeld Parody Podcast
https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-other-side-of-darkness-a-seinfeld-parody-podcast/id1570447488
Debating Dating: Podcasthttps://twitter.com/debatingdating
https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/debating-dating/id1550468265
Ben's BioBen is a BA Film & Television Studies graduate who has spent the past decade or so directing short films. His influences range from David Lynch to David Mamet (all the David's!). When he's not behind the camera you can find him co-hosting the FilmBusters podcast (now in its fifth year) or on the film festival circuit providing press coverage.
Welcome to episode 055 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast. Join Rebecca and Gary as they wrap up the 'MAGIC' season and discuss their magic movie choices, followed by the listeners reel.
The Change-Up (Director: David Dobkin)
Once inseparable pals, Dave (Jason Bateman) and Mitch (Ryan Reynolds) have drifted apart over the years. Dave is an overworked lawyer and family man, while Mitch has thus far avoided most of the normal responsibilities of adulthood. Each is envious of the other's life, and following a drunken binge, the men awake to find they have somehow switched bodies. Dave and Mitch soon discover that things are not as rosy as they seemed and try to find a way to return their lives to normal.
Practical Magic (Griffin Dunne)
Sally (Sandra Bullock) and Gillian Owens (Nicole Kidman), born into a magical family, have mostly avoided witchcraft themselves. But when Gillian's vicious boyfriend, Jimmy Angelov (Goran Visnjic), dies unexpectedly, the Owens sisters give themselves a crash course in hard magic. With policeman Gary Hallet (Aidan Quinn) growing suspicious, the girls struggle to resurrect Angelov -- and unwittingly inject his corpse with an evil spirit that threatens to end their family line.
Welcome to episode 54 of Choose Film Podcast. Gary and Rebecca are joined by Actor Shannon Davidson to discuss the contemporary Christmas classic ELF.
SynopsisBuddy (Will Ferrell) was accidentally transported to the North Pole as a toddler and raised to adulthood among Santa's elves. Unable to shake the feeling that he doesn't fit in, the adult Buddy travels to New York, in full elf uniform, in search of his real father. As it happens, this is Walter Hobbs (James Caan), a cynical businessman. After a DNA test proves this, Walter reluctantly attempts to start a relationship with the childlike Buddy with increasingly chaotic results.
Links In Conversation
Insta - @ShannonDav96
Twitter - @ShannonDav96
https://www.spotlight.com/profile/0294-8974-2846
CREATIVE RECOMENDATIONS
Short Film - The Death of David Cronenberg,’
https://editorial.superrare.com/2021/09/14/david-cronenberg-on-death-and-kissing-his-corpse-for-his-first-short-nft-film/
Disney + Short Film Stepdad
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k620f8tV5PI
The magic (the secret) book
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Magic-Rhonda-Byrne/dp/1849838399
SHANNON'S BIO
Shannon Davidson is a Scottish actor based in London. She has experience working in the film and theatre industry and has just wrapped on a few projects this year. Shannon loves everything films and CHRISTMAS so this is her perfect podcast!
It's time to unearth a classic board game, roll some dice and pray for a 5 or an 8 as we discuss 1995 Jumanji. Gary and Rebecca are joined by Actor and fellow Podcaster Craig Andrew Mooney to discuss this Robin Williams, comedy adventure.
Synopsis
A magical board game unleashes a world of adventure on siblings Peter (Bradley Pierce) and Judy Shepherd (Kirsten Dunst). While exploring an old mansion, the youngsters find a curious, jungle-themed game called Jumanji in the attic. When they start playing, they free Alan Parrish (Robin Williams), who's been stuck in the game's inner world for decades. If they win Jumanji, the kids can free Alan for good -- but that means braving giant bugs, ill-mannered monkeys and even stampeding rhinos!
Links In Conversation.
Twitter - @CraigAMooney
Twitter - @100FilmReviews
Insta - @CraigAMooney
Insta - @100filmreviews
Creative Recommendationspositive stories for negative times
Wonder Fools in association with the Traverse Theatre.
https://positivestories.scot/
SHORT FILM - BEST MAN
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7y326_OIgWg
SCARE - Sarah Grant
https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=234581304450911
CRAIG'S BIO
Craig Andrew Mooney is a Scottish actor and writer. Craig trained to become a Physical Education teacher before deciding to pursue his career in the TV and Film industry. He has recently completed two feature films, 'Mortem' and 'The Difference Between Us', the latter as both an actor and script editor. His new panel show 'the 100' recently filmed its first season and has a corresponding podcast 'the 100: Film Review Talk Show'. Both aim to help promote Scottish talent and underrepresented voices in the industry.
Welcome to episode 051 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast. Knock up some Pancakes, check your glass for any Newts and don't get sent to the Chokey. This week Gary and Rebecca are joined by fellow creative Emma Ruse to discuss the wonderful Matilda.
SynopsisThis film adaptation of a Roald Dahl work tells the story of Matilda Wormwood (Mara Wilson), a gifted girl forced to put up with a crude, distant father (Danny DeVito) and mother (Rhea Perlman). Worse, Agatha Trunchbull (Pam Ferris), the evil principal at Matilda's school, is a terrifyingly strict bully. However, when Matilda realizes she has the power of telekinesis, she begins to defend her friends from Trunchbull's wrath and fight back against her unkind parents.
Links In Conversation
TWITTER - @emmaruse
framework theatre - https://www.frameworktheatre.com/
Creative Recommendations
Said The Dove To The Olive Tree
(A Love Letter To Palestine)
Interabang Productionshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nF-Pk34HNq8
Shadow Over Findusmouthfinger puppet movie. - 48 Puppet Film Challenge
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=BnnZnvLgQuk
Kick The Door
The Brave
https://www.kickthedoor.co.uk/the-brave
Welcome to episode 051 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast.
Find an audience, learn the 3 stages of a magic trick and shout abracadabra as we discuss Christopher Nolan's The Prestige with Film Critic Alex Gilston.
Synopsis
Period thriller set in Edwardian London where two rival magicians, partners until the tragic death of an assistant during a show, feud bitterly after one of them performs the ultimate magic trick - teleportation. His rival tries desperately to uncover the secret of his routine, experimenting with dangerous new science as his quest takes him to the brink of insanity and jeopardises the lives of everyone around the pair.
Links In Conversation
Twitter - @Presenter Alex
Twitter - @FilmFocusOnline
Insta - presenteralex
filmfocusonline.com
Creative recommendations
BFI FLARE
https://www.bfi.org.uk/flare
SWEETHEART - Official Trailer - Peccadillo Pictures
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MCF5FvwdPVs
BBC IPLAYER - FLOAT
https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/p09s27fp/float
We have hit a milestone. Welcome to our 50th episode. How did we get here so soon?
Find a golden ticket, take a trip to the chocolate factory and hold on to your snozberry. We are joined by past Choose Film Host - Ashley Sutherland to discuss Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (which turned 50 this year)
Synopsis
A sweet boy from a poor family dreams of finding one of five golden tickets hidden inside chocolate bar wrappers which will admit him to the eccentric and reclusive Willy Wonka's magical factory. One after another, tickets are discovered by ghastly children - but will the lad find the last remaining one and have all his dreams come true?
Links In Conversation
https://saynotograndpajoe.com/
https://twitter.com/ashsutherland4
Welcome to episode 049 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast.
Take a trip to Hollywood, dribble out some coffee and tell yourself it's all a dream. We are reviewing Mulholland Drive. Rebecca and Gary are joined by filmmaker Robbie Duncan to discuss the mind boggling David Lynch movie.
SYNOPSIS
A dark-haired woman (Laura Elena Harring) is left amnesiac after a car crash. She wanders the streets of Los Angeles in a daze before taking refuge in an apartment. There she is discovered by Betty (Naomi Watts), a wholesome Midwestern blonde who has come to the City of Angels seeking fame as an actress. Together, the two attempt to solve the mystery of Rita's true identity. The story is set in a dream-like Los Angeles, spoilt neither by traffic jams nor smog.
Links in conversationINSTA - @prettygrimproductions/
TWITTER - @grim_pretty Creative recommendationshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G7l6crlMOrw
Pass it on - short film
Pretty Grim Productions
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoOgCu-04XA0xInl6WZoENA
Welcome to episode 048 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast.
If you are taking the back road home, let the truck get around you, make sure there is charge in your phone and whatever you do stay away from the creepy lady with all the cats.
Rebecca and Gary discuss 2001s horror classic JEEPERS CREEPERS which was released on Gary's birthday.
Synopsis
After making a horrific discovery in the basement of an old abandoned church, Trish (Gina Philips) and her brother Darry (Justin Long) watch their routine road trip home from college turn into a heart-stopping race for their lives. They find themselves the chosen prey of an indestructible force that relentlessly pursues them and gives a new and chilling meaning to the old song "Jeepers Creepers."
Welcome to episode 047 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast.
Grab your sword, jump to the 80s and get ready to live forever. Rebecca and Gary are joined by Arts Journalist and Author Jonathan Melville to discuss Highlander.
SynopsisWhen the mystical Russell Nash (Christopher Lambert) kills a man in a sword fight in a New York City parking lot, he leaves a sliver of an ancient weapon lodged in a car in the process. After brilliant forensics specialist Brenda Wyatt (Roxanne Hart) recovers evidence of the mysterious weapon, she and her partner, Lt. Frank Moran (Alan North), embark on an investigation Of Nash that will land them in the middle of a dangerous, centuries-old feud between powerful immortals.
Links in conversationTwitter - @jon_melville
Insta - @jonmelville
Creative recommendationEvolution Of Horror Podcast
https://www.evolutionofhorror.com/
Tea For Two
https://klipist.com/title/tea-for-two/?fbclid=IwAR2_xnk_Pfw-dukpUSwYqUGpq_pWY3egvGRDPIucPZSnNOQ35dfSGNo5JkY
Detectorists
https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/b06l51nr/detectorists
Jonathan's BioJonathan is a freelance arts journalist whose first book, 2015’s Seeking Perfection: The Unofficial Guide to Tremors, was called ‘Informative, entertaining and, above all, a joy to read‘ by Starburst. His 2020 book A Kind of Magic: The Making of the Original Highlander, a comprehensive and all-encompassing look at the film which began the franchise, was described by Total Film as ‘An engrossing read with plenty of on-set anecdotes and insight‘. He has contributed to The Guardian, The Scotsman, SFX and BBC Radio Scotland.
Welcome to episode 046 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast. We are on a brand New Season with a brand New Theme: MAGIC!
Rebecca and Gary are joined by actor Nicola Docherty to discuss classic, action-adventure movie -- THE MUMMY.
SynopsisThe Mummy is a rousing, suspenseful and horrifying epic about an expedition of treasure-seeking explorers in the Sahara Desert in 1925. Stumbling upon an ancient tomb, the hunters unwittingly set loose a 3,000-year-old legacy of terror, which is embodied in the vengeful reincarnation of an Egyptian priest who had been sentenced to an eternity as one of the living dead.
Links in conversationINSTA - just_another_shorty21
TWITTER - @Nic_Docherty
Creative recommendationCINEFIX
https://www.youtube.com/user/CineFix
Egyptian pyramids short film
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j6PbonHsqW0
DADDY SHORT FILM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bcYzYiVDIlg
NIC'S BIO
Nicola is an Actor/ Director/ Writer from Glasgow. She began her acting career at the age of 16 and fell in love with the stage; always enjoying the rush of a live performance and the little moments of true magic!
In her early twenties she explored theatre in both the UK and Europe, touring many shows around the UK, Spain and Italy.
2017 saw the start of her venture into screen acting and her love for it has continued to grow over the years! Recent notable screen work including: First Time & BURDS Euro's Special
The latter half of 2020/ Beginning of 2021 presented with her with the opportunity to triple threat herself by Writing, Directing and Acting in her debut film 'Authentic'
Nicola prides herself on working in these disciplines as a queer woman and finds it incredibly empowering and a great privilege to be given a platform to tell so many different stories!
Welcome to episode 045 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast. Join Rebecca and Gary as they discuss their summer movie choices followed by a special announcement and our listeners reel.
Welcome to episode 044 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast. Rebecca and Gary are joined by filmmaker Delilah Niel to discuss the wonderful, heartwarming Little Miss Sunshine.
Synopsis
The Hoover family puts the fun back in dysfunctional by piling into a VW bus and heading to California to support their daughter in her bid to win the Little Miss Sunshine Contest. The sanity of everyone involved is stretched to the limit as the group's quirks cause epic problems as they travel along their interstate route.
Links in conversation
INSTA - @delilah_rniel
YOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpkee-OTo-CZ8V5wgkkr9FA
Creative Recommendations
Kill Your Darlings
https://thetempohouse.wordpress.com/2021/08/06/kill-your-darlings-an-interactive-audio-play/
Short Film - Rabbit
https://www.charlottehenderickx.com/rabbit
Short Film - The Lift
https://youtu.be/toKzmYKAcbI
Delilah Bio
Photographer and Experimental Videographer based in Glasgow and Edinburgh.
Welcome to episode 043 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast. Grab your microphone and join us for Mamma Mia, picked by Danish creative Karoline Daae Christensen
Donna (Meryl Streep), an independent hotelier in the Greek islands, is preparing for her daughter's wedding with the help of two old friends. Meanwhile Sophie, the spirited bride, has a plan. She secretly invites three men from her mother's past in hope of meeting her real father and having him escort her down the aisle on her big day.
Links in conversation
INSTA - @karolinedaae94 / @capturedbykaroline
capturedbykaroline.wordpress.com Creative RecommendationsMaking Movies is HARD
http://www.makingmoviesishard.com
live theatre: BARD IN THE BOTANICS 2021https://www.bardinthebotanics.co.uk
just get a real job podcasthttps://justgetarealjobpodcast.podbean.com
Creativity, Inc:
Overcoming the Unseen Forces
Karoline Daae Christensen Bio
Karoline Daae is a Danish creative chameleon. She is currently studying a Master in Screenwriting and hope to bring joy to the world with her animated family stories and romantic comedies. She has previously worked in journalism and published a poetry collection called “Sparks To Ashes”. At 27 Karoline is excited to continue her career in the creative business and see where it takes her. Musicals are a soft spot especially if ABBA is the soundtrack!
Welcome to episode 042 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast. Grab your sunscreen and flip flops as Rebecca and Gary are joined by actor Jamie B. Chambers to discuss Danny Boyle's underrated film - The Beach
Synopsis
Richard (Di Caprio) is an American backpacking through Asia with a handful of friends from Europe. While in Bangkok, he meets a mad Scotsman who calls himself Daffy Duck (Robert Carlyle). Shortly before Mr. Duck kills himself, he gives Richard a crude map to a place in Thailand that he claims is paradise on earth: beautiful, unspoiled, and uninhabited. For lack of anything better to do, Richard and his companions try to locate the spot, which, after a dangerous and taxing journey, takes them to a beach as beautiful as Duck said it would be. Richard and his friends settle in, but before long they discover that they are not alone; a large group of fellow travelers has already dug themselves in, and they have established a community with the same social evils that Richard was hoping to leave behind. Just as important, there is an army of natives who grow marijuana in the nearby hills and do not appreciate the presence of these visitors.
Links in conversation
Instagram: @jamiebchambers
Twitter: @jamiechambers_
Website: www.jamiechambers.co.uk
Wilson Easter Egg
https://www.reddit.com/r/eastereggs/comments/kemt1v/cast_away_wilson_easter_egg_in_danny_boyles_the/
Creative Recommendations
Breathe | Lockdown Short Film - Sarah Grant
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kvas91k8Wjw
Just Get A Real Job
https://justgetarealjobpodcast.podbean.com
The Critical Drinkerhttps://efap-podcast.fandom.com/wiki/The_Critical_Drinker
Room 16
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt13587192/
Jamie's Bio
Jamie is an actor, performer and film producer from West London. He has been acting since 2010, working in TV and Film.
He trained at the Actors Temple, studying Meisner technique.
In the following years, he has worked steadily on Festival and Feature films, including Beyond Redemption, Fury and Star Wars.
A trained martial artist, with an international black belt in PKA Kickboxing and experience in Judo and Krav Maga.
He is also a film producer with Rayzor Edge Films, with his current project "The Beast" featuring Arnold Schwarzenegger and Eddie Hall due for release in 2020.
Welcome to episode 041 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast. Rebecca and Gary are joined by local filmmaker Charlotte Daniel to discuss the heartwarming, emotional 'Call Me By Your Name'
Synopsis
It's the summer of 1983, and precocious 17-year-old Elio Perlman is spending the days with his family at their 17th-century villa in Lombardy, Italy. He soon meets Oliver, a handsome doctoral student who's working as an intern for Elio's father. Amid the sun-drenched splendor of their surroundings, Elio and Oliver discover the heady beauty of awakening desire over the course of a summer that will alter their lives forever.
Links in conversation
chardfilms.com
Twitter - @ChardFilms
Twitter - @cdaniel2
Insta - @chard_films
Twitter - @charlottedanielfilm
Creative Reccomendations
short film - Judas Collar
https://judascollar.com
Queerativity
https://queerativity.art
Insta - @queerativity.art
Short Film Shine
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7lc-lV5LEVQ
Charlotte's Bio
Charlotte is an independent writer/director from Paisley, Scotland. She has self-produced two short films: sci-fi drama CARMEN, and EYES DOWN, and LGBT+ Drama which follows a trans woman taking a journey on a bus. EYES DOWN recently won the audience award at the 16days16films Festival 2021, as well as the Audience Award and ‘Most Creative/Original’ at the Scottish Short Film Festival 2019. She began her career as an Assistant Location Manager in Film and TV Productions, including MISSION IMPOSSIBLE 5, THE HUNTSMAN and BOURNE
THIS SEASON’S THEME: SUMMER
Welcome to episode 040 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast. Rebecca and Gary are joined by Actor and fellow podcaster from With Mates Podcast & 100 Film ReviewsAndrew Grayson to discuss the hilarious, British comedy: The Inbetweeners.
SYNOPSIS
Now that their final year of school is over, friends Will, Simon, Neil and Jay are off to Crete for a holiday. Hoping to get as much sun, sea and sex as possible, the boys quickly find more trouble than they had bargained for.
LINKS IN CONVERSATIONINSTA - @100filmreviews
INSTA - @withmatespodcast
INSTA - @andalfthegray
TWITTER - @AndalfTheGray
TWITTER - @100FilmReviews
TWITTER - @WithMatesPod
CREATIVE PROMOS
Chris Greig & The Merchants (MUSIC)
https://open.spotify.com/artist/0tjlZsteSkg89UyuFyikDb?si=DbwL5A9ATy-4YX3YOYdqrA&nd=1
Kodak Ghosts (MUSIC)
https://show.co/cdR9mnQ
Disney Short film FEAST on Disney+ Andrew's BioAndrew Grayson has been working as a performer for 9 years after graduating with a BA Honours degree in acting from Motherwell college. He has performed up and down the UK on stage and screen. Andrew started his own podcast, The With Mates Podcast, earlier this year and is also part of The 100 Panel Show. Currently involved in a series pilot Lads and looking forward to the world opening back up fully to get back to gigging as an Olly Murs tribute and in a Jersey Boys tribute, The JerseyTones.
THIS SEASON’S THEME: SUMMER
Welcome to episode 039 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast. Rebecca and Gary are joined by Actor Reuben Joseph for a brand new season: SUMMER
We discuss the haunting, folklore, classic MIDSOMMAR
SynopsisA couple travel to Sweden to visit their friend's rural hometown for its fabled midsummer festival, but what begins as an idyllic retreat quickly devolves into an increasingly violent and bizarre competition at the hands of a pagan cult.
LINKS IN CONVERSATION
insta - @reubenljoseph
turbine theatre mt fest
https://www.theturbinetheatre.com/whats-on/mt-fest-uk-2021-submissions-open
Scriptnotes Podcast
https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/scriptnotes-podcast/id462495496
Lockdown links
https://www.instagram.com/lockdown.links/?hl=en
Reuben's Bio
THIS SEASON’S THEME: Cop Thrillers
Welcome to episode 038 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast. Rebecca and Gary are joined by Actor Amber Conway to discuss the mind-boggling, backwards telling Shimmer Lake.
Synopsis
An inventive crime thriller told backwards -- reversing day by day through a week -- following a small-town sheriff tracking three bank robbery suspects, one of whom happens to be his brother.
LINKS IN CONVERSATION
Insta
@bambimconway
@ber.womenswear
Short Films
Neighbours Window Short Film
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k1vCrsZ80M4
The Silent Child
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2GbxFIVQv8c&t=1s
Mia
https://vimeo.com/248511627
AMBER'S BIO
Amber is an actress based in Glasgow. She graduated from Langside College In 2018 and has since been working on various small projects in the arts. Throughout 2021 she has been working on her small business making custom handmade face coverings and is looking forward to expanding into clothing.
THIS SEASON’S THEME: Cop Thrillers
Welcome to episode 037 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast. Rebecca and Gary are joined by Writer & Artist Ashley Rose Nova to discuss the hard-hitting, gritty Street Kings
Synopsis
Tom Ludlow (Keanu Reeves), a veteran member of the LAPD, is still mourning the loss of his wife and trying to navigate through a world that does not make much sense anymore. When evidence implicates him in the death of a fellow officer, Ludlow begins to question the loyalties of everyone around him.
LINKS IN CONVERSATIONTwitter @ARoseCPE
Insta @arosecpe
https://cultureplusentertainment.com/author/ashleyrosenova/
https://www.twm.news/author/ashley-rose-nova/
SHORT FILMSThe moonlight man
https://youtu.be/qKpLOfgwpsU
2009 new boy
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FdeioVndUhs
God sleeps in Rwanda P1
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JJkIsvcu5Fk
ASHLEY'S BIO
Writer &Journalist that has contributed to over 8 platforms from pro-wrestling to gaming. Loves horror, sci fi, and 80s- 90s action. Probably has more Kubrick tattoos than you. Enjoys ramen & is a fight game lover. Considered slightly edgy but that’s just her style.
THIS SEASON’S THEME: Cop Thrillers
Welcome to episode 036 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast. Rebecca and Gary discuss the fast-paced 1994 classic SPEED, which may or may not have been released on Rebecca's birthday.
SYNOPSIS
Los Angeles police officer Jack (Keanu Reeves) angers retired bomb squad member Howard Payne (Dennis Hopper) by foiling his attempt at taking hostages. In revenge, Payne arms a bus with a bomb that will explode if it drops below 50 miles per hour. With the help of spunky passenger Annie (Sandra Bullock), Jack and his partner Harry (Jeff Daniels) try to save the people on the bus before the bomb goes off, while also trying to figure out how Payne is monitoring them.
POP QUIZ HOT SHOT!!!!!! Gary quizzes Rebecca on the film followed by our LISTENERS REEL.
THIS SEASON’S THEME: Cop Thrillers
Welcome to episode 035 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast. Rebecca and Gary are joined by Filmmaker & Editor Vito Milazzo to discuss the epic, gripping & explosive Michael Mann's Heat.
Synopsis
Master criminal Neil McCauley (Robert De Niro) is trying to control the rogue actions of one of his men, while also planning one last big heist before retiring. Meanwhile, Lieutenant Hanna (Al Pacino) attempts to track down McCauley as he deals with the chaos in his own life, including the infidelity of his wife (Diane Venora) and the mental health of his stepdaughter (Natalie Portman). McCauley and Hanna discover a mutual respect, even as they try to thwart each other's plans.
LINKS IN CONVERSATION"Playing The Game", a new football documentary show on BBC Scotland.
www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m000ly38
https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2763219/
INSTA - @vitolm
Twitter - @vitolm
thebowlinggreen.tv
SHORT FILMS
The Ballerina - Short Horror Film
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sTtmpFIaFqc
The Interview | A Psychological Thriller Short Film by Barnaby Roper
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oc-lKTEkihc
Vito's Bio
Vito Milazzo has been a broadcast TV editor for the last decade, and in the last five years has built up a steady list of directing work for television and online. His BBC documentary "Playing The Game" centred on a former international footballer struggling with mental health issues, and can currently be seen on iPlayer. His short films include the psychological comedy-drama "Writer's Block", and the dystopian horror "The Quiet", whichhave both been screened at film festivals around the world and are available online.
Vito has several projects in development, including a full series of "Playing The Game", a WWII short described as "Dambusters meets classic Godzilla"and a feature version of "The Quiet".
THIS SEASON’S THEME: Cop Thrillers
Welcome to episode 034 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast. Rebecca and Gary are joined by comedian and podcaster Lincoln van der Westhuizen to discuss the dark, gritty and kind of confusing MIAMI VICE, directed by Michael Mann
Synopsis
A case involving drug lords and murder in South Florida takes a personal turn for undercover detectives Sonny Crockett (Colin Farrell) and Ricardo Tubbs (Jamie Foxx). Unorthodox Crockett gets involved romantically with the Chinese-Cuban wife of a trafficker of arms and drugs, while Tubbs deals with an assault on those he loves.
LINKS IN CONVERSATIONInsta - @lincolnonthemic @samjgolin
BPLOT MOVIE PODCAST - https://link.chtbl.com/QrAD-lW8
Den of Thieves - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HusPt_1-qto
Spring Breakers - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=imDML4om8z8
SHORT FILMSRe-Entry
A man dies in a car accident, then has a conversation with God about the meaning of life.
https://youtu.be/4jWTM_o5hJg
Two Strangers Who Meet Five Times
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BzKtI9OfEpk
Lincoln van der Westhuizen's bio
Lincoln van der Westhuizen is a stand up comedian based in London and one half of B-Plot Podcast, a podcast that looks at two movies that dropped on the same day.
One a blockbuster; one a flop.
THIS SEASON’S THEME: Cop Thrillers
Welcome to episode 033 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast, and also Ep2 of our Cop Thrillers theme. Rebecca and Gary are joined by the wonderful Jasmine Lindemann to discuss the Mystery/Comedy/ Thriller Knives Out.
SYNOPSISThe circumstances surrounding the death of crime novelist Harlan Thrombey are mysterious, but there's one thing that renowned Detective Benoit Blanc knows for sure -- everyone in the wildly dysfunctional Thrombey family is a suspect. Now, Blanc must sift through a web of lies and red herrings to uncover the truth.
LINKS IN CONVERSATIONLink to Australian podcast DoGoOn about the Great Emu War
[Do Go On] 60 - The Great Emu War
https://podcastaddict.com/episode/66625617 via @PodcastAddict
Insta - @justjasjas
Insta - @letterstomisspiggy - Letters to Miss Piggy Pod!
SHORT FILMSTroll Bridge https://youtu.be/V7v_TdLviUE
Save Ralph
https://youtu.be/G393z8s8nFY
Toxic by Joe O'Neill
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xLP9UmXgKUQ
Jasmine Bio
Jasmine is a freelancer working in the arts, mostly festivals, events and theatre. Notably Glasgow Film Festival, Glasgow Short Film Festival and Clyde Opera Group. She has also produced and directed a few independent short films. In 2021 Jasmine started a podcast (Letters to Miss Piggy) with fellow creative Abi Menzies all about the iconic Miss Piggy!
THIS SEASON’S THEME: Cop Thrillers
Welcome to episode 032 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast. Rebecca and Gary are joined by Actor David McKnight to discuss the gritty and disturbing SE7EN as part of our new season: Cop Thrillers.
SYNOPSISWhen retiring police Detective William Somerset (Morgan Freeman) tackles a final case with the aid of newly transferred David Mills (Brad Pitt), they discover a number of elaborate and grizzly murders. They soon realize they are dealing with a serial killer (Kevin Spacey) who is targeting people he thinks represent one of the seven deadly sins. Somerset also befriends Mills' wife, Tracy (Gwyneth Paltrow), who is pregnant and afraid to raise her child in the crime-riddled city.
LINKS IN CONVERSATIONInstagram: davidmcknight_
Twitter: @McKnighty22
SHORT FILMSThe Silent Child — Oscar® Winning Short Film
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=2GbxFIVQv8c
Oh Sheep!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sY5MmhLQBng
Spring
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WhWc3b3KhnY
DAVID'S BIO
David is a previous Langside college graduate and is currently training to receive his BA in acting and performance at New College Lanarkshire this year. He is very excited to get back into the industry after this year of extended learning about his craft!
THIS SEASON’S THEME: Cinematic Classics
Welcome to episode 031 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast. In this Bonus Reel episode, Rebecca and Gary wrap up the cinematic classic theme and discuss what classic films they would have loved to have covered, followed by your listeners reel.
Also Rebecca decides once again to put Gary's film knowledge to the test.
*PLEASE NOTE -- WE HAD SOME TECHNICAL ISSUES AND APOLOGISE FOR SOME SOUND QUALITY.***
THIS SEASON’S THEME: Cinematic Classics
Welcome to episode 030 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast. Rebecca and Gary are joined by fellow Podcaster Jamie Mackinlay (host of Just Get A Real Job podcast) to discuss the hilarious screwball comedy 'What's Up, Doc?'
SYNOPSIS
Two researchers have come to San Francisco to compete for a research grant in music. The man seems a bit distracted, and that was before he met a strange woman who has devoted her life to confusing and embarrassing him. At the same time a woman has her jewels stolen and a government whistle blower arrives with his stolen top secret papers.
LINKS IN CONVERSATIONTwitter@justgetarealjob
Twitter @jammack2
Insta @justgetarealjob
Insta @jamie_mackinlay_
SHORT FILMSGrandpa - Drama Short Film
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oA1lXeAmyvU&t=105s
REBOOTED | Short Film
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Rkn6rnsgc4
Home (1998) - Morag McKinnon
http://www.totalshortfilms.com/ver/pelicula/266
JAMIE'S BIO
Jamie Mackinlay is a 24 year old Screenwriter, podcaster and all round creative from Fife. Jamie has been based in Edinburgh for over six year and studied a BA in Film and Theatre at QMU between 2014-2018. After a year out, working full time as a support worker, and as a freelance culture reviewer. Jamie went back to uni to study an MA in Screenwriting at Screen Academy Scotland. Since graduating Jamie has been involved in a number of creative projects and has worked as a Runner and Covid Supervisor on several short film productions and commercials.
In November 2020 Jamie launched 'Just Get A Real Job' and is having a ball hosting and producing it.
Getting the chance to talk with and showcase emerging creatives from across the world has been an absolute joy for Jamie so far and he is very excited about this ever growing podcast.
THIS SEASON’S THEME: Cinematic Classics
Welcome to episode 029 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast. Rebecca and Gary are joined by Ellis Barthorpe (co-host of podcast ‘talkabout with Ellis & Gwilym') to discuss the 1966 Italian epic spaghetti Western The Good, the Bad and the Ugly
SYNOPSISIn the Southwest during the Civil War, a mysterious stranger, Joe (Clint Eastwood), and a Mexican outlaw, Tuco (Eli Wallach), form an uneasy partnership -- Joe turns in the bandit for the reward money, then rescues him just as he is being hanged. When Joe's shot at the noose goes awry during one escapade, a furious Tuco tries to have him murdered. The men re-team abruptly, however, to beat out a sadistic criminal and the Union army and find $20,000 that a soldier has buried in the desert.
LINKS IN CONVERSATIONInsta @ellisbarthorpe
Insta ‘talkabout with Ellis & Gwilym’ @focusfilmmovies
Film blog www.focusfilms.online
twitter @BarthorpeEllis
twitter @talkabout_pod
SHORT FILMSSHE KNOWS - Horror Short Film
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v6TYLOAB1hE
The Blue Umbrella
https://vimeo.com/300720030
MISCREANT
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wjht4AGNqhQ
ELLIS' BIO
Ellis is one of the hosts of film and entertainment podcast ‘talkabout with Ellis & Gwilym’ on which he talks with his co-host about film news, reviews and a random main topic of the week. He runs the podcast alongside his film review blog Focus Film.
THIS SEASON’S THEME: Cinematic Classics
Welcome to episode 028 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast. Rebecca and Gary are joined by Filmmaker Liv Wilkinson to discuss the hugely popular 1996 black comedy crime film, Fargo
SYNOPSIS"Fargo" is a reality-based crime drama set in Minnesota in 1987. Jerry Lundegaard (William H. Macy) is a car salesman in Minneapolis who has gotten himself into debt and is so desperate for money that he hires two thugs (Steve Buscemi), (Peter Stormare) to kidnap his own wife. Jerry will collect the ransom from her wealthy father (Harve Presnell), paying the thugs a small portion and keeping the rest to satisfy his debts. The scheme collapses when the thugs shoot a state trooper.
LINKS IN CONVERSATIONTwitter @livi_wilkinson
Insta @liv.filmnreview
SHORT FILMS
Sci-Fi Short Film: "The Workplace" | DUSThttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wNVLOuQNgpo
Thatching Eggs - Award-Winning 3D Animated Short Filmhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eDXdLQZgjME
Detainmenthttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gGYaZtzz5PE
Liv's Bio
Liv has been studying film for a number of years, recently graduating from an MA in film. Following this, she worked at a video production company in Edinburgh during the winter of 2020, then becoming a trainee with ScreenSkills in the ‘AD’ department, and has taken on roles in high end TV. Liv hopes to continue in the industry to climb the ladder toward Director.
THIS SEASON’S THEME: Cinematic Classics
Welcome to episode 027 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast. Rebecca and Gary are joined by the hilarious: Actor, Writer and Podcaster Joe O'Neill (from "Joe talks: the hunt for the greatest movie ever" podcast) to discuss black comedy crime film In Bruges
SYNOPSISAfter a particularly difficult job, hit men Ray (Colin Farrell) and Ken (Brendan Gleeson) head to Belgium to hide out until things cool down. Ray hates the medieval city they land in, but Ken finds its beauty and peacefulness enchanting. Their experiences become increasingly surreal and possibly life-changing as they encounter tourists, locals and a potential romance for Ray.
LINKS IN CONVERSATIONTwitter @JoeTalksPod
Twitter @actingjoe
Twitter @TheatreShadow
Insta @joetalkspod
Insta @littleshadowtheatre
Insta @joeyourownway_
SHORT FILMSLEROY Short Film (2017)
https://vimeo.com/278454272
Joe O'Neill Youtube
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGmKGBhKJeo11RMkPKzmuLg
Sci-Fi Short Film - C600 (AWARD WINNING)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pZs4SYfU6pA
JOE'S BIOJoe studied performance in Bull Alley Theatre training company in Dublin from 2010-2013 & also in 2011 spent a summer studying in Lee Strasberg Film & Theater Institute in New York.
Joe has written two full length plays ‘Bright eyes’ & ‘Goodbye to Marie’ while also has a series of short plays titled ‘the new Irish Playbook’ which has been performed across Ireland & England.
Joe Has written 5 comedy short films ‘Coming out’ ‘Our Child’ ‘Is it ever okay to be a xenophobe’ ‘Millennials’ & ‘Man United Through Pain’ which has close to 800,000 views across Facebook/YouTube.
Joe is the artistic director of Little Shadow Theatre Company where Joe has produced many of his own plays and many of his contemporaries plays too.
Dedicated to creating & highlighting new work Joe created an (almost) annual festival also titled ‘The New Irish Playbook’ where Joe brings together new Irish playwrights and pairs them with directors and actors who have never worked together before to create truly original work.During lockdown, joe created ‘The isolation series’ where for 12 weeks joe brought together actors over Zoom to perform in an original scene written/directed by Joe each week.
Joe also started his own podcast ‘Joe Talks: The Hunt for the greatest movie ever!’
Where Joe has a new guest on every week and asks them to watch 3 best picture winners from consecutive years and asks them to rank these movies from 1st-3rd. These podcast are available to listen to on all streaming platforms
THIS SEASON’S THEME: Cinematic Classics
Welcome to episode 026 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast. Rebecca and Gary are joined by Scottish Director Steve Johnson to discuss Christopher Nolan's mind boggling Memento.
SYNOPSISLeonard (Guy Pearce) is tracking down the man who raped and murdered his wife. The difficulty, however, of locating his wife's killer is compounded by the fact that he suffers from a rare, untreatable form of memory loss. Although he can recall details of life before his accident, Leonard cannot remember what happened fifteen minutes ago, where he's going, or why.
LINKS IN CONVERSATIONhttp://www.snjohnson.com
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8811620/
https://twitter.com/snjfilmmaker
https://www.instagram.com/snjfilmmaker/ SHORT FILMSCAKE - Short Film
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_vCr8TyaaPQ
ELEFANTE - Spanish Short Film
https://vimeo.com/86701482
The Neighbors' Window - Oscar Winning Short Film
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k1vCrsZ80M4
STEVE'S BIO
BORN IN LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND, BUT NOW RESIDING IN SCOTLAND, STEVE IS A SELF TAUGHT FILM DIRECTOR AND CINEMATOGRAPHER.
His love for film first began after seeing Star Wars at the Futurist Theatre in Liverpool. In 2003, Steve created Futuristfilm Ltd. To produce his own films. Later, in 2013, Steve established Futurist Digital Ltd. - a rental company based in Glasgow, Scotland, offering RED Digital Camera hire and training.
Over the years, Steve developed his skills on the Red Digital Cinema Camera and later became a freelance instructor and course producer for their REDucation courses. He has taught in many cities across the globe including Amsterdam; Berlin; Brisbane; Dubai; London; Los Angeles; Madrid; Moscow; Oslo and Singapore
Steve's second feature film 'Convergence' won Best Feature Film at the 2019 British Independent Film Festival and also gained nominations for Best Actor; Best Supporting Actress; Best Supporting Actor and Best Cinematography.
Convergence also won Best Feature Film at the 2019 Cardiff International Feature Film
THIS SEASON’S THEME: Cinematic Classics
Welcome to episode 025 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast. On Rebecca's debut episode as a co-host, her and Gary are joined by Scottish Actor and Model Sarah Meikle to discuss Gore Verbinski's adventure classic Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl.
SYNOPSISCapt. Jack Sparrow arrives at Port Royal without a ship or crew, later that evening the town is besieged by a pirate ship. The pirates kidnap the governor's daughter, Elizabeth, who's in possession of a valuable coin that is linked to a curse that has transformed the pirates into the undead. A gallant blacksmith in love with Elizabeth allies with Sparrow in pursuit of the pirates.
LINKS IN CONVERSATIONhttps://www.spotlight.com/0217-3420-4402
https://vshowcards.com/profile/sarah-meikle/
Spotlight - 0217 3420 4402
Instagram - @sarahcmeikle
Facebook - @sarahcmeikleactor
Twitter- @meikle_sarah
**SHORT FILMS
Wither - is a British folk lore film**
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ed9a5O69g88
Lights Out - Horror Film
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lykiTPUbtgs&t=62s
Howl - A writer with a deadline tries to write, but her thoughts refuse to play nice.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qk6kTVXJvzc
SARAH'S BIO
Sarah is an Actress based in Scotland. She has a theatre background but has recently moved into film & TV. Sarah has recently been cast in the feature film "Skinjacker" and web series "Cavendish" which is now available on amazon prime. Sarah has just launched her own Ebook called "First Time Freelancer" which is designed to help creatives stay motivated and organised.
Welcome to episode 024 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast. In this bonus episode we discuss Ashley exiting the show and welcome our new co-host Rebecca Riddell
We also discuss some of our top films, Rebecca decides to quiz Gary & Ashley on the podcast so far and of course we finish off with our Listeners Reel.
Enjoy
THIS SEASON’S THEME: SCOTLAND ON FILM
Welcome to episode 023 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast. Ashley and Gary are joined by Scottish Filmmaker Chris Quick to discuss one of the best classic folk lore horror film, The Wicker Man
SYNOPSIS
Sergeant Howie, an uptight Calvinist policeman who travels to Summerisle, a remote island off the west coast of Scotland, to investigate reports of a local girl's disappearance. Once there, he finds his solid Christian beliefs confronted by a community dabbling in all manner of dubious pagan practices
LINKS IN CONVERSATION
Twitter @FantasticMrQ
Instagram @FantasticMrQ
Autumn Never Dies trailer - https://vimeo.com/396293588
Chris Quick Website - http://chrisquickfilm.com/
SHORT FILMS
BODY ISSUES
By Interabang Productions
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QpNr__w3fFE
Never Have I Ever
https://youtu.be/LVEu_xOTfJ0
The Lost Purse Short Film
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qQv307m6JxY
Chris Bio:
Chris Quick is a Scottish film editor and producer from Glasgow. Primarily working in the comedy genre, he is probably best known for the films, The Greyness of Autumn, Autumn Never Dies and Electric Faces which was nominated for a Bafta Scotland award. He is also the co-founder and current director of the Glasgow Filmmakers Alliance.
THIS SEASON’S THEME: SCOTLAND ON FILM
Welcome to episode 022 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast. Ashley and Gary are joined by Scottish Actor Joshua Haynes to discuss the disgusting, the horrible, Irvine Welsh’s Filth.
SYNOPSIS
A corrupt, junkie cop attempts to manipulate his way through a promotion in order to win back his wife and daughter while also fighting his own inner demons.
LINKS IN CONVERSATION
Twitter @Joshua_p_haynes
SHORT FILMS
Wait For Me (3 Minute Documentary)
https://vimeo.com/3013863
After The Beep
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJ3cQpRgu70&ab_channel=InterabangProductions
Shed
https://vimeo.com/272348843
Josh Bio:
Joshua Haynes is an up-and-coming actor based in Glasgow. Starring in the Cbeebies hit show "Molly and Mack" he can also be seen in notable short films such as "Shed" and "UFO" as well as many other top local projects.
THIS SEASON’S THEME: SCOTLAND ON FILM
Welcome to episode 021 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast. Ashley and Gary are joined by Scottish Actor Rebecca Riddell to discuss our first animation, Pixar’s Brave.
SYNOPSIS
Merida, an independent archer, disobeys an ancient custom which unleashes a dark force. After meeting an elderly witch, as she journeys to reverse the curse, she discovers the real meaning of bravery.
LINKS IN CONVERSATION
Insta @lockdownlinks
Twitter @LinksLockdown
Insta @RiddellRebecca
Twitter @RiddellR
SHORT FILMS
Coin Operated" is an award-winning 5 minute animated short film
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5L4DQfVIcdg
Factory Talk
Factory Talk is an intergenerational conversation about identity, sexuality and masculinity in a rural factory.
https://vimeo.com/416042843
Pink and Blue - GILR
A girl struggles with the side effects of the contraceptive pill.
https://youtu.be/isdcjna_c4o
Rebecca’s Bio
Rebecca Riddell is an actor who recently graduated from the BA Acting for Stage and Screen course at Queen Margaret and Edinburgh Napier University. Alongside acting, Rebecca also has a great love and interest in directing and has also dabbled in writing. Over lockdown, Rebecca has used this opportunity to launch a networking platform, Lockdown Links, to help creatives come together, meet, connect and perhaps work together one day. Rebecca also loves listening to podcasts and is starting to draw again.
THIS SEASON’S THEME: SCOTLAND ON FILM
Welcome to episode 020 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast. Ashley and Gary are joined by broadcaster and presenter Laura McLuckie to discuss Peter Mullan's 2010 NEDS.
SYNOPSISSet in the 1970s. Encompassed by violent street gangs, neglectful parents, bullying teachers and a lack of positive role models, a studious but emotionally abandoned kid turns thug.
LINKS IN CONVERSATIONhttps://twitter.com/LauraMcLucki
https://www.instagram.com/laura_mcluckie_jeon/
https://www.wellmi.net
SHORT FILMSThe Clue - A girl finds a mysterious note with an invitation to go on a treasure hunt and unraveling a mystery
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U9ASOd2iazo
Cautionary Tales - A bizarre incident left Aaron with an unusual facial disfigurement. Aaron seeks comfort in the friendship and understanding of an unexpected group of outcasts"
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lEsoDFBdQeU&ab_channel=Us
Cosmonuat - character study about a lonely Cambodian exchange student who struggles to connect with the world in the only way she knows how - by leaving it.
https://vimeo.com/192807840
LAURA'S BIO
Laura McLuckie is a broadcaster, MC, presenter and the host of a radio travel show called ‘On the Road Busan’. She is the CEO of WellMi Wellness Solutions, a company that develops and delivers boutique wellness seminars, corporate wellness training programs and wellness tourism experiences, utilizing the stunning natural surroundings of Busan, South Korea. She is a wellness tourism researcher at Youngsan University, an ambassador for global sustainability NGO MSC Korea, and serves on the advisory council for the Busan International Tourism City Fostering Project.
THIS SEASON’S THEME: SCOTLAND ON FILM
Welcome to episode 019 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast. Ashley and Gary discuss their Top Scottish Performances and also what to watch this coming Valentine's Day.
Succession End Scene: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jQh0_CzjKko&ab_channel=TVClips
THIS SEASON’S THEME: SCOTLAND ON FILM
Welcome to episode 018 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast. Ashley and Gary are joined by local film director Michael Hines to discuss Bill Forsyth's 1983 Local Hero.
SYNOPSIS
Up-and-coming Houston oil executive "Mac" MacIntyre (Peter Riegert) gets more than he bargained for when a seemingly simple business trip to Scotland changes his outlook on life. Sent by his colorful boss (Burt Lancaster) to the small village of Ferness, Mac is looking to quickly buy out the townspeople so his company can build a new refinery. But after a taste of country life Mac begins to question whether he is on the right side of this transaction.
LINKS IN CONVERSATIONMichael Hines https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1197959/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1
https://twitter.com/MrMHines
SHORT FILMS
Asynchronous a film by Nicholas Afchain
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bizgxgdQD9E&ab_channel=TwinAtlantic
Unbreakable -- Roof Studio
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V6uI9ZQyJvU
Michael's Bio
Michael Hines is an award winning director, based in Scotland, UK. He has directed for over 20 years across many genres, specializing in comedy. His best know work is Still Game, the BBC networked sitcom, directing every one of the 62 episodes and producing some series. He also directed the stage plays that drew in 210,000 people over 21 nights in 2014 and 150,000 over 15 nights in 2016. He has his own production company, The Woven Thread as well as lecturing in filmmaking and occasionally composing for film and television.
THIS SEASON’S THEME: SCOTLAND ON FILM
Welcome to episode 017 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast. Ashley and Gary are joined by film blogger (& Irvine Welsh fan) Lucy Buglass to discuss the classic Trainspotting.
SYNOPSIS
Heroin addict Mark Renton (Ewan McGregor) stumbles through bad ideas and sobriety attempts with his unreliable friends -- Sick Boy (Jonny Lee Miller), Begbie (Robert Carlyle), Spud (Ewen Bremner) and Tommy (Kevin McKidd). He also has an underage girlfriend, Diane (Kelly Macdonald), along for the ride. After cleaning up and moving from Edinburgh to London, Mark finds he can't escape the life he left behind when Begbie shows up at his front door on the lam, and a scheming Sick Boy follows.
LINKS IN CONVERSATIONhttps://twitter.com/LGTHBlog
https://muckrack.com/lucy-buglass
https://lucygoestohollywood.com
SHORT FILMS
Dolby film - Silent
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KA6azZALMiE
THE BRIDGE PARTNER - Director / Writer: Gabriel Olson
https://vimeo.com/188568367
DON'T PEEK - Julian Terry
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S51jIrunYuY
LUCY'S BIO
Lucy Buglass is the creator of film blog Lucy Goes to Hollywood. She loves all film genres, but has a particular interest in horror, thriller and anything true crime related. On her blog, she shines a spotlight on independent short film via her Short Film Saturdays column.
THIS SEASON’S THEME: FEEL GOOD
Welcome to episode 016 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast. Ashley and Gary are joined by TV & AAA Game Writer Kim MacAskill to discuss 2019's hilarious comedy-drama Jojo Rabbit.
SYNOPSISJojo is a lonely German boy who discovers that his single mother is hiding a Jewish girl in their attic. Aided only by his imaginary friend -- Adolf Hitler -- Jojo must confront his blind nationalism as World War II continues to rage on.
Links in Conversationhttps://twitter.com/kimmacaskill1
https://www.instagram.com/kimjester1/
SHORT FILMSTicky Tacky
WRITTEN AND DIRECTED BY Brian Petsos
https://vimeo.com/147472417
Herring Road
Written, Produced and Directed by Glen Shepherd
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BB14kpXrxp4&ab_channel=GlenShepherd
The Black Hole" | DUST
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ijEfmJLV5PE
Kim's Bio
Kim is a Writer, Producer and Developer for AAA Games, TV and Film with a love for superheroes, horror and comedy.
THIS SEASON’S THEME: FEEL GOOD
Welcome to episode 015 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast. Just in time for Cobra Kai Season 3, Ashley and Gary are joined by Podcaster Jason Cabassi (The Walking Dead ‘Cast) to discuss one of the most memorable films of the 80s: The Best, The Original, The Karate Kid.
SYNOPSISDaniel (Ralph Macchio) moves to Southern California with his mother, Lucille (Randee Heller), but quickly finds himself the target of a group of bullies who study karate at the Cobra Kai dojo. Fortunately, Daniel befriends Mr. Miyagi (Noriyuki "Pat" Morita), an unassuming repairman who just happens to be a martial arts master himself. Miyagi takes Daniel under his wing, training him in a more compassionate form of karate and preparing him to compete against the brutal Cobra Kai.
Links in Conversationhttp://www.podcastica.com/
https://twitter.com/Podcastica
https://twitter.com/jasonandkaren SHORT FILMSThe Present - Jacob Frey
Short animation - A young boy is given a present that will change his life
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=96kI8Mp1uOU
Speak To Her - Jack Desmond
A bouncer in a Dublin nightclub, tries to work up the courage to speak to Natka, a bathroom attendant, and decides to learn Polish to reach across the language divide.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nrsNZPvBTBw&ab_channel=DesmondBros
Float - Bobby Rubio
A father less than his son is different, i the most unusual way.
Disney+ https://www.disneyplus.com/en-gb/movies/float/7dIYGyfvHWEJ
Jason's Bio
Jason has hosted the #1 Walking Dead podcast (the Walking Dead ‘Cast) for ten years, where he has examined every episode and has interviewed most of the actors from the show, including Andrew Lincoln, Norman Reedus, Danai Gurira, Steven Yeun, and many others. He has also hosted Q & A panels at conventions around the country with Walking Dead actors, and has twice appeared on The Walking Dead as a zombie. He also founded the Podcastica network, where he and other hosts have fun delving into various shows, movies, and other interests. You can find all his podcasts at podcastica.com. Rarrr!
THIS SEASON’S THEME: FEEL GOOD
Welcome to episode 014 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast. As part of our feel good season, Ashley and Gary are joined by Scottish Actor Isela Hamilton to discuss the spectacular, influential Sister Act, directed by Emile Ardolino
SYNOPSIS
When lively lounge singer Deloris Van Cartier (Whoopi Goldberg) sees her mobster beau, Vince LaRocca (Harvey Keitel), commit murder, she is relocated for her protection. Set up in the guise of a nun in a California convent, Deloris proceeds to upend the quiet lives of the resident sisters. In an effort to keep her out of trouble, they assign Deloris to the convent's choir, an ensemble that she soon turns into a vibrant and soulful act that gains widespread attention.
**Links in Conversation
Isela Hamilton Social**https://www.instagram.com/iselarjhamilton/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1l9Aj5RCStY&feature=youtu.be
https://www.imdb.com/name/nm9149715/
https://www.spotlight.com/9019-3427-7548
https://twitter.com/IselaRJHamilton
SHORT FILMS
In The Dark of Day - dir. Simon Fox
War has torn the world apart. In the desolate aftermath a girl travels with only the memory of her older sister as comfort.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qfRO9vKJSf8
Polaroid - Short film by Joey Greene and Paul Houston
its a horror and if this concept hasn’t been made it to a feature yet it will its so creepy
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ck1NO9MyQsM
The List - dir Michael Hineshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Ih2z7hBir4&ab_channel=BrianHalley
THIS SEASON’S THEME: FEEL GOOD
Welcome to Episode 013 of Choose Film. We are still sticking with our Feel Good theme.
We hope you had a fantastic Christmas and are looking forward to a glorious New Year. Ashley and Gary bring you TWO FEEL GOOD films that contain huge NEW YEAR scenes.
1) WHEN HARRY MET SALLY
Harry and Sally have known each other for years, and are very good friends, but they fear sex would ruin the friendship.
2) ARE WE THERE YET
To impress a foxy divorcee, ladies' man Nick offers to take her kids on an extended road trip, unaware of the torture he's in for.
Contact info
● Instagram: @choosefilmpodcast
● Twitter: @FilmChoose
● Get in touch: choosefilmpodcast@hotmail.com
THIS SEASON’S THEME: FEEL GOOD
Welcome to Episode 012 of Choose Film. Keeping in with our Feel Good theme. Ashley and Gary discuss the Holly, Jolly, Feel Good Christmas Film that is Christmas Chronicles (starring the fabulous Kurt Russell). Plus read out the listeners reviews, comments and feedback in our LISTENERS REEL.
SynopsisSiblings Kate and Teddy Pierce hatch a scheme to capture Santa Claus on Christmas Eve. When the plan goes awry, the kids join forces with a somewhat jolly Saint Nick and his loyal elves to save the holiday before it's too late.
Contact info
● Instagram: @choosefilmpodcast
● Twitter: @FilmChoose
● Get in touch: choosefilmpodcast@hotmail.com
Christmas Music Copyright
Podington Bear -- We Wish You A Merry Christmas -- freemusicarchive
Scott Holmes Music -- Jingle Bells -- freemusicarchive
THIS SEASON’S THEME: FEEL GOOD
Welcome to episode 011 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast. As part of our feel good season, Ashley and Gary are joined by Scottish Actor Alastair Rennie to discuss the hilariously silly Step Brothers, directed by Adam McKay.
SynopsisBrennan Huff (Will Ferrell) and Dale Doback (John C. Reilly) have one thing in common: they are both lazy, unemployed leeches who still live with their parents. When Brennan's mother and Dale's father marry and move in together, it turns the overgrown boys' world upside down. Their insane rivalry and narcissism pull the new family apart, forcing them to work together to reunite their parents.
Links in Conversation
Collective Voices Productions - https://collectivevoicesproductions.co.uk/
Twitter - @Alastair_Ren
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/alastair_rennie/
Short FilmsDarkling
https://youtu.be/uOY7v4BXP4M
Supermatch | 48 Hr Film Project 2018
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FrbKRC4-IlY
Coig Puing a Tri
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DpfiSYdCNK8&feature=youtu.be&fbclid=IwAR0noWams5AdVUQZsJt1dZ5TYkRQB1AHuIPS794-dY9gT814mL5JMIy8Cpc&ab_channel=FilmGAlba
Alastair Rennie's BioAfter getting some lessons for Christmas, he started training as an actor at Acting Coach Scotland in 2014. Alastair had the realisation that acting was something that he really wanted to pursue and furthered his training with private coaching and workshops via Box Rev.
Alastair has went on to work with many talented people throughout Scotland and has appeared in numerous short films such as the award winning 48 hour film "Supermatch" by Jamie Sundance, "Three's Company" by Conor Purvis, "Thursday's Son" by Gary McLellan and "Full Circle" by Alastair Marshall at Slybacon Productions. He has also appeared in TV adverts for Mecca Bingo & Ladbrokes, plays multiple roles in the new podcast "Ian's Gone Postal" and can be seen in the webseries "Dunwith" by Ross Menzies & "Detachment" by Kris Scott.
Alastair has also dipped his toes into the production side of things. He helped to produce, co-write and act in a short film by Sean Friel at Collective Voices Productions. Alastair then went on to help produce a feature length documentary called "Routines" for Collective Voices and most recently the short film "Hunters" by Dylan Green.
During the lockdown Alastair has kept busy acting, working on short film "Captain Lockdown" by Alasdair Shaw. He has continued working closely with Collective Voices Productions to develop a new character, "Man FromBoyé", filming a series of sketches from home and uploading them to their YouTube channel with the hopes of this continuing and expanding once lockdown eases.
Alastair's Short Films
Thursday's Son - https://youtu.be/Wyf8ix_Txow
Three's Company - https://youtu.be/Xt8NE5ljOw8
Martin McGrath - https://youtu.be/e6gHA5YRu7A
Death Comes to Dunwith - https://youtu.be/9apPtMq5C14
Driving lessons - https://vimeo.com/268989442
Captain Lockdown - https://youtu.be/LTs9_bTOpMw
Contact info
● Instagram: @choosefilmpodcast
● Twitter: @FilmChoose
● Get in touch: choosefilmpodcast@hotmail.com
THIS SEASON’S THEME: FEEL GOOD
Welcome to episode 010 of Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective podcast. As part of our feel good season, Ashley and Gary are joined by Scottish Comedy Actress Katrina Allen to discuss the hilarious Book Smart, directed by Olivia Wilde.
SynopsisAcademic overachievers Amy and Molly thought keeping their noses to the grindstone gave them a leg up on their high school peers. But on the eve of graduation, the best friends suddenly realize that they may have missed out on the special moments of their teenage years. Determined to make up for lost time, the girls decide to cram four years of not-to-be missed fun into one night -- a chaotic adventure that no amount of book smarts could prepare them for.
Links in Conversation
Twitter - https://twitter.com/KatrinaAllen_
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/katrinaallen_/
Spotlight: https://spotlight.com/0693-1200-2202
Short Films
Shook - Sarah Grant
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p1-bE2_4qiQ&feature=youtu.be&fbclid=IwAR2lb1dqYawfab2JWhYqLyV_tXsUfzuUBw9s21rra9oXKWugTrHwK9-NAVg
Good Girls - Niamh Mckeown
https://niamhmckeown.co.uk/shorts/goodgirls
**Eyes Down - Charlotte Daniel
https://16days16films.frb.io/?fbclid=IwAR1J3NlanV_1PnHz961YngvLsKH-lbOBqjfsLOIag272efk60bWeNWk_tI8
Katrina's Bio**Katrina is an Actor, Writer, and Filmmaker from Edinburgh. Alongside starring in a number of award-winning short films she is also a content creator for BBC Short Stuff and BBC The Social.
Contact info
● Instagram: @choosefilmpodcast
● Twitter: @FilmChoose
● Get in touch: choosefilmpodcast@hotmail.com
THIS SEASON’S THEME: FEEL GOOD
Welcome to episode 009 and we are moving on from the theme of 'first features' and into 'feel good' movies, to help get you through lockdown round 2. Ashley and Gary are joined by Scottish performer and creative Scott Coltman to discuss the hilarious, the feel good, MRS DOUBTFIRE starring Robin Williams.
Synopsis
Troubled that he has little access to his children, divorced Daniel Hillard (Robin Williams) hatches an elaborate plan. With help from his creative brother Frank (Harvey Fierstein), he dresses as an older British woman and convinces his ex-wife, Miranda (Sally Field), to hire him as a nanny. "Mrs. Doubtfire" wins over the children and helps Daniel become a better parent -- but when both Daniel and his nanny persona must meet different parties at the same restaurant, his secrets may be exposed.
Links in Conversation
Twitter - https://twitter.com/Scott_Coltman
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/scott_coltman/
BBD Productions:
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfofIc8E9igbTGDVivxwfjQ
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/BBDProductions
Twitter - https://twitter.com/BBDProductions_
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/bbdproductions/
Am Dram:
Twitter - https://twitter.com/AmDramSitcom
Short Films
From Our Family to Yours - Disney
https://www.wheninmanila.com/watch-this-disney-short-film-about-a-filipino-family-and-their-traditions-made-us-emotional/?fbclid=IwAR2rSLtJyS_PSC4Vhdp0QRX8pno3GVTR8wyK50j6ExWphDlYR0nzfczcQTU
SWITCH - directed by Joseph Picozzi
A mad scientist attempts to conduct a brain transplant with the supernatural powers
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CVGfecHyRaw
SCREENING - Directed by Christian Brassington
http://www.david-tennant.co.uk/2020/11/video-watch-david-and-georgia-tennant.html
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Welcome back to Choose Film podcast for a bonus episode.
After releasing our JAWS episode we decide that just wasn't enough SHARK TALK. So we sat down with Sarah Buddery, who Co-Hosts 'Let’s Jaws for a Minute... Podcast'.We chat about Jaws, its three sequels and other shark movies. 'Let’s Jaws for a Minute... Podcast'.
"Each week, Sarah Buddery and MJ Smith set sail for Amity Island to watch and analyze Steven Spielberg's 1975 classic, JAWS one minute (or thereabouts) at a time!"
https://anchor.fm/jawsforaminute
Twitter @JawsForAMinute
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THIS SEASON’S THEME: FIRST FEATURES
Welcome to episode 007. Ashley and Gary are joined by Theatre and TV Freelancer Jenn Mackie to discuss the hugely successful first ever blockbuster JAWS. The film was the first major motion picture to be shot on the ocean, and had a troubled production, going over budget and past schedule but became a worldwide classic.
SYNOPSIS
When a young woman is killed by a shark while skinny-dipping near the New England tourist town of Amity Island, police chief Martin Brody (Roy Scheider) wants to close the beaches, but mayor Larry Vaughn (Murray Hamilton) overrules him, fearing that the loss of tourist revenue will cripple the town. Ichthyologist Matt Hooper (Richard Dreyfuss) and grizzled ship captain Quint (Robert Shaw) offer to help Brody capture the killer beast, and the trio engage in an epic battle of man vs. nature.
**Links in Conversation
https://instagram.com/jennifermackiex?igshid=s9jiuop2sjdf
https://twitter.com/jenn_mackie?s=21**
SHORT FILMS
FLOAT (Dir Arabella Page Croft)
https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/p07qpssy/drama-shorts-float
EDUCATED (Dir. Tom Nicoll )
https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m000ly42/next-big-thing-series-2-7-educated
RIVALS
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TbyaPnqigwQ
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THIS SEASON’S THEME: FIRST FEATURES
Welcome to episode 006. Ashley and Gary are joined by Actor Gordon J Millar to discuss the hugely controversial 'Alien 3' (directed by David Fincher). It's like marmite, people either love it or hate it -- tune in to hear our thoughts.
Synopsis
Ellen Ripley (Sigourney Weaver) is the only survivor when she crash lands on Fiorina 161, a bleak wasteland inhabited by former inmates of the planet's maximum security prison. Once again, Ripley must face skepticism and the alien as it hunts down the prisoners and guards. Without weapons or modern technology of any kind, Ripley leads the men into battle against the terrifying creature.
Links in Conversation
Gordon J Millar
Twitter - @ScotStreetStyle
Insta - @scotstreetstyle
www.scotstreetstyle.com
Scare Scotland
https://www.facebook.com/ScareScotland/
Short Films
The Curious Child
Written, Directed and Animated by Howard Vause
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qzzlB-HobQE
Mind Yersel
Writer/Director - Bonnie MacRae
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A0-aZShVS-Y&feature=youtu.be&ab_channel=BonnieMacRae&fbclid=IwAR0P4-n05i_yD1-tP36koIKCE756c_t0ISPL-1AhMBKAxjLqDDajYoSNjKw
Writer's Block
Written & Directed by Calum Shiels
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xH7DGMXzB0g&feature=youtu.be&fbclid=IwAR0k1GQmT1_jLR2WfJMfVkkBbhSdxb3eVA9hNfa0CJyzCsK_hqzjT52eZq0
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THIS SEASON’S THEME: FIRST FEATURES
Welcome to episode 005. Ashley and Gary are joined by Scottish, Music Composer John McFarlane who has picked the hugely successful 'GET OUT' (directed by JORDAN PEELE) for us to discuss.
Synopsis
Now that Chris (Daniel Kaluuya) and his girlfriend, Rose (Allison Williams), have reached the meet-the-parents milestone of dating, she invites him for a weekend getaway upstate with Missy and Dean. At first, Chris reads the family's overly accommodating behavior as nervous attempts to deal with their daughter's interracial relationship, but as the weekend progresses, a series of increasingly disturbing discoveries lead him to a truth that he never could have imagined.
‘LINKS IN CONVERSATION’John McFarlane **http://www.jmccomposer.com/
https://www.facebook.com/JohnMcFarlaneMusic/
https://www.imdb.com/name/nm8451327/
twitter.com/jmccomposer
Recommended Short Films**
Favourite.MOP - SHORT FILM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xhn6AnCOtMI
CLEANSING HOUR
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZzpI8qnrGxY&feature=youtu.be&fbclid=IwAR2gmlGKlv01I5SU_gqAX9kIyDQ6Mm_HgRDNfzX0XHUE0cHfNaJi3kQPB8w
TAKE YOUR PARTNERS - SHORT FILM
https://www.sirirodnes.com/take-your-partners
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THIS SEASON’S THEME: FIRST FEATURES
Welcome to episode 004. Ashley and Gary are joined by LA Producer and Film Consultant Lindsay Eberts to discuss Yorgos Lanthimos' The Favourite.
Synopsis
In the early 18th century, England is at war with the French. Nevertheless, duck racing and pineapple eating are thriving. A frail Queen Anne occupies the throne, and her close friend, Lady Sarah, governs the country in her stead, while tending to Anne's ill health and mercurial temper. When a new servant, Abigail, arrives, her charm endears her to Sarah. Sarah takes Abigail under her wing, and Abigail sees a chance to return to her aristocratic roots.
‘LINKS IN CONVERSATION’
Lindsay Eberts
https://www.lindsayeberts.com/
https://www.imdb.com/name/nm8515678/
Twitter - @LindsayEberts
instagram.com/starlingfilmhouse
facebook.com/starlingfilmhouse
Recommended Short Films
Red Hill - Directed and produced by LAURA CARREIRA
https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m000lcp0/next-big-thing-series-2-4-red-hill?fbclid=IwAR3F7cx3_Nowu7OOkSipBwbF67p1Ry8Lyx8KRFiakqjxS24mAQHOxpeRD8w
Crackpot - Dir. Kris Cummins
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cN-qMw4rP-M
The Kármán Line - Dir. Oscar Sharp
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AvKAa71LQXg
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THIS SEASON’S THEME: FIRST FEATURES
Welcome to episode 003. Ashley and Gary are joined by Scottish filmmaker Paul Mackie to discuss Ang Lee's directing debut ‘PUSHING HANDS’.
Synopsis
An elderly tai chi master from Beijing, clashes with his American daughter-in-law when he retires and moves to his son's home in New York.
‘LINKS IN CONVERSATION’
Paul Mackie
https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5632602/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1
TWO CARS, ONE NIGHT (2004) | dir. Taika Waititi
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aFmbIO_JTH0
SMILING MAN
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zk-eY5S1Nck
JEALOUS ALAN
https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m000l029/next-big-thing-series-2-jealous-alan?fbclid=IwAR1Kg833Jj3GsaBFZ32jQ1GfrSxbYA5Xr-UEF8SckK9AZnv6m00K6HvxHzM
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PAUL MACKIE BIO
Paul has worked on a large variety of short films, feature films and TV in many roles, including REDCON-1 (streaming on Netflix), Marvel’s Avengers Infinity War, Netflix’s Outlaw King, and Hobbs and Shaw. In between those bigger projects he found time to Production Manage two award-winning short films, Mia: A Rapture 2.0 and Regrets, as well as serving as First AD for two feature films, low budget sci-fi Flux and thriller Convergence (Amazon Prime).
His most recent work includes the soon to be released Fast 9 (Locations Department) and Netflix's Eurovision. He currently finds himself back at SAE, Glasgow, lecturing in the Digital Film department."
EP2 - Lady Bird Show NotesTHIS SEASON’S THEME: FIRST FEATURES
Welcome to our first full episode. Ashley and Gary are joined by Scottish actor, writer and producer Rachel Flynn to discuss critically acclaimed movie ‘LADY BIRD’ directed by Greta Gerwig in her solo directorial debut.
‘LINKS IN CONVERSATION’
- Links to Rachel Flynn’s work
https://www.interabang.productions/
- Link To Boy’s Night
https://vimeo.com/338539422
- Link to Cautionary Tales (Award Winning Short Film).
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lEsoDFBdQeU
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Welcome to Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective where we take a deep dive into a random film chosen by our guest host. Each season we will pick a theme and review films based on that theme. Until then join Ashley and Gary as they pick their 5 uplifting films to watch during lockdown.
REF LINKS BELOW
- The Rapture Disaster -- https://vimeo.com/254284372
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