The spotlight falls upon the Oscar-nominated animated film Persepolis for this episode of the STUDIOCANAL Presents podcast. Regular host Simon Brew is joined by writer and critic Kambole Campbell, and the pair delve into a modern animated classic. They chat about the source comic book, the mix of dark and light in the film, and its distinctive animation style. That, and the telling of Marjane Satrapi’s autobiographical story in such an effective way, Plus: Kambole brings along too his...

The rich history of Ealing Studios comes into the spotlight in this latest episode of STUDIOCANAL Presents, and in particular two of its comedies that are amongst the finest films in British cinema history: Kind Hearts & Coronets, and The Lavender Hill Mob. Host Simon Brew is joined by Ealing expert and fan Dr Benedict Morrison, and the pair explore the history, importance and joy of the films – whilst namechecking a few others for the watchlist too! Plus, as always, the latest news...

Now playing in cinemas, Wicked Little Letters brings together Olivia Colman, Jessie Buckley, and an awful lot of foul language! Shepherding it to the screen? That’d be director Thea Sharrock, who joins Simon for this episode of the STUDIOCANAL Podcast. They talk about the making of the film, the true story underpinning it, and getting the tone right. As much as the film is a comedy, it’s got a resonant true story at the heart of it, and Thea talks about getting the balance of the film, and...

It may not have got the recognition it deserved on its original release, but Michael Powell's stunning 1960 film Peeping Tom is now rightly regarded as a flat-out classic. It's also the subject of the latest episode of STUDIOCANAL Presents. Regular host Simon Brew is joined by film critic Lillian Crawford to talk about the film, its legacy, and the impact it had on Michael Powell's career. Plus, there's time for one or two more recommendations from the STUDIOCANAL catalogue too...

Just in time for Christmas, our latest delve into the STUDIOCANAL catalogue salutes a festive treat from yesterday: The Holly & The Ivy. Often overlooked, it’s a film that’s a firm favour of Sir Christopher Frayling. He joins regular host Simon Brew to talk about the film, and also to dig into a few further treats from the catalogue. Some of which have more of a festive edge than others…

We’re deep in spooky season at the time of this latest episode of STUDIOCANAL Presents – and that was all the reason we needed to invite podcaster, musician, writer, actor, and huge movie fan Scroobius Pip to join us. Along with regular host Simon Brew, the focus of the chat this time is primarily on Joe Cornish’s modern favourite Attack The Block, and just why it continues to endure so well. Plus a few words too for Ana Lily Amirpour’s acclaimed 2014 vampire movie, A Girl Walks Home Alone...

The Old Oak, which is playing in UK cinemas as this podcast is released, is the final collaboration between director Ken Loach and screenwriter Paul Laverty. The pair join regular host Simon Brew for a very special episode of the STUDIOCANAL Presents podcast. Ken and Paul take us into the making of the film, why those chose to tackle it in the first place, and how they went about putting it together. The far-reaching conversation goes through casting right through to Ken Loach’s last day on...

This time on the STUDIOCANAL Presents podcast, we’re joining in the birthday celebrations for the chilling The Wicker Man, that’s enjoying its 50th birthday year! We’ve recruited a very special guest to explore the film too, with the acclaimed director of Bait and Enys Man – Mark Jenkin – joining regular host Simon Brew as they light a fire and settle down to discuss Robin Hardy’s iconic movie.  Has Christopher Lee ever been more sinister? Why has the film endured? And why is it getting so...

Queer cinema takes centre stage in the latest episode of STUDIOCANAL Presents, a podcast that pours through one of the most extensive and varied film catalogues in the world. Regular host Simon Brew is joined by author and critic Stephen Bourne (who wrote the book Brief Encounters: Lesbians and Gays in British Cinema, 1930-71), and the pair of them discuss a broad range of queer favourites from the STUDIOCANAL catalogue. They go from the Carry On series through to stone cold classics such as...

The jaw-dropping Train To Busan hurtles into the station for the latest episode of STUDIOCANAL Presents, our latest dive into one of the most extensive and varied film catalogues in the world. Boarding the train along with host Simon Brew is Korean cinema expert and reader in Film Studies at King’s College London, Dr Jinhee Choi. They get into the story behind Train To Busan, the response to it, and its ongoing legacy. Plus, well, zombies. What’s not to like about talking zombies? There’s...

David Lynch steps into the limelight in this episode of STUDIOCANAL Presents, as we particularly focus on his classic feature, Mulholland Drive.   Host Simon Brew is joined by critic and broadcaster Leila Latif, who discovered the work of David Lynch with The Elephant Man, and has the enviable job of explaining Mulholland Drive to us too. They get into just why it's a modern masterpiece, and how it came out of a failed television pilot. Plus, a few words about Inland Empire too. They also...

As Evil Dead Rise plays in UK cinemas, this episode of STUDIOCANAL Presents delves into the much-loved horror franchise.  What’s more, on hand to help is one of only three people to have directed a film in the series: Lee Cronin, the man behind Evil Dead Rise. They get into the tale behind the new film, as well as exploring the majesty of Evil Dead 2 and Army Of Darkness.  Plus, Lee has a bunch of recommendations from the STUDIOCANAL catalogue too, and we’re also rounding up a bunch of...

A science fiction classic takes centre stage in this episode of STUDIOCANAL Presents – and we’ve got a very special guest to help dissect it. Simon is joined by the UK’s favourite film critic, Mark Kermode, as they chat about Nicolas Roeg’s 1976 classic The Man Who Fell To Earth. There’s a fair bit of Don’t Look Now chat as well, and an awful lot of the much-missed David Bowie. Plus, an odd moment where Cliff Richard and Birmingham hamburgers come into focus, a new recommended double bill,...

It’s a slightly different episode of STUDIOCANAL Presents this month, as we're delighted to invite writer, producer, actor, director, comedian and film nerd Asim Chaudhry onto the show. Asim has a memorable role in brand new romantic comedy What’s Love Got To Do With It, and we quiz him about that. Also, we’re digging into some of Asim’s favourite movies of all time, and why they matter to him. There’s a bunch of films for the watchlist that come out of this, many of which are available on...

It's chilly times in the world of the STUDIOCANAL Presents podcast this time around, as we dig into some ghostly tales to spend the dark nights with. Critic, historian and author Pamela Hutchinson joins host Simon Brew to dig into two British horror favourites. 1945’s Dead Of Night sets them off talking about chilling mannequins and novelty golf shots. Then, 1949’s The Queen Of Spades comes under the microscope, and puts them off playing games of cards. Both films are available on the...

It’s a festive treat in the latest episode of STUDIOCANAL Presents, as we delve into a pair of films with a seasonal flavour to them. Firstly, host Simon Brew is joined by critic Casper Salmon, and they explore Todd Haynes’ modern classic Carol, from 2015. Was this the case of the right film for the right people at the right time? Then, comedian Sooz Kempner joins Simon as they head back to the 1980s for a look at Santa Claus: The Movie. The 1985 feature was a hugely ambitious Christmas...

Rev your engines for the latest episode of STUDIOCANAL Presents, as we get behind the wheel for a look at Walter Hill’s 1978 favourite, The Driver. Host Simon Brew is joined by Arjun Sajip – currently reviews editor for Sight and Sound magazine – as they examine the hair-raising shoot of the film, the casting that never was, and the very different view of Los Angeles it put on screen. Plus, the films that have since drawn influence from the movie. Simon also runs through the latest news...

In an extra episode of STUDIOCANAL Presents, Simon Brew is celebrating the work of John Carpenter - and he's joined by a special guest. Mike Muncer is the host of the Evolution Of Horror podcast, as well as a journalist and producer. What's more, he's a massive John Carpenter fan, and the discussion covers films such as They Live, The Fog and Prince Of Darkness, with a dose of Escape From New York as well. The pair also find time to chat about the music of John Carpenter. That, and fonts....

In this episode of STUDIOCANAL Presents, Simon Brew is joined by two guests to celebrate the cinema of the French New Wave, and in particular Jean-Luc Godard's Breathless. Ginette Vincendeau, film critic and professor of Film Studios at King's College London, talks us through the background to the New Wave, what it is, and where Breathless fits in. Then Los Angeles-based critic Drew Gregory digs into the impact of Breathless, and tells us about a very unusual 13th birthday party! That, and...

For this episode of STUDIOCANAL Presents, Simon Brew is joined by Empire editor Nick de Semlyen, as they dig into two of the biggest films in the back catalogue of Arnold Schwarzenegger. 1990's Total Recall was arguably the moment Schwarzenegger became the world's biggest summer blockbuster action star. If there was any doubt about his status, then 1991's Terminator 2: Judgment Day very much cemented it. Yet as Simon and Nick discuss, both projects had their challenges.   Also: news on...

In the latest episode of STUDIOCANAL Presents, Simon Brew is joined by broadcaster and critic Anna Bogutskaya, as they delve into an all-time British classic movie. 1949's The Third Man continually tops critics lists, and was also responsible for a chart-topping piece of music. Anna and Simon dig into the movie, look at why it's endured, and why you shouldn't wear nice shoes in Vienna sewers. Also: news on upcoming films currently in production, and a dream double bill too.  Please note:...

In this episode of STUDIOCANAL Presents, Simon Brew is joined by composer, writer, presenter and silent film pianist Neil Brand.  What's more, Neil also happens to be a mega-fan of the classic children's adventure The Railway Children, and we explore stories of the film in this episode. Also: a chat with Morgan Matthews, the director of brand new follow-up The Railway Children Return.  That, and a double bill to put on your watchlist, and a bit of Dr Who as well...

In the first episode of STUDIOCANAL Presents, Simon Brew is joined by critic and broadcaster Ellen E Jones to discuss the all-time classic, Francis Ford Coppola's Apocalypse Now.  Also in this episode: upcoming titles to put on your watchlist, and an unusual film double bill...