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“Such a great insight into the backstories behind movies and insanity that is behind the scenes. A very interesting different intelligent side view of the characters and the extraordinary people who make movies .
Really enjoy listening in the car, makes the north circular a pleasure, thanks for...”Read full review »
CMCW1967 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/08/21
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“Just discovered this podcast maddening that is is coming to an end”
old man and gis Bear via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/11/21
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“Absolutely astonishing that the BBC would scrap this fabulous programme and replace it with one fronted by someone as mainstream as Mark Kermode. No one is ever going to come along and better it - just not possible.”
stumpyarms via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/10/21
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“I am so devastated by the loss of this program. It really does break my heart. I have listened to all 17 years worth of programs… sometimes many times over. I hope I can download them all and save them for my daughter. They are a great gift. Good bye Francine and Antonia. You will be so sorely...”Read full review »
Chuckie Brookes via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/05/21
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“The best show! Why are the Beeb scrapping it?!! 😳🤦🏼♂️”
Andy Alibi via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/26/21
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“Why is the BBC cancelling this wonderful show?”
Neil_Lockwood via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/25/21
“Consistently excellent film journalism. Intimate chat with directors, producers, actors and film fans. From the guy who recreated the Dunkirk scene from Atonement to communities renovating cinemas to interviews with actors, directors and crew. I love it! The BBC are axing it and replacing the...”Read full review »
deepbluepete via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/15/21
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“Enjoy it while you can. The BBC are scrapping it soon.”
Stephen150@ via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/29/21
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“Love Antonia and Francine but I’m very much missing all of the other (pre-Covid) contributors. Personally, I can’t get enough of holiday DVD swap or hearing Tim and Larushka discuss ANY film.”
lilithorin via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/24/21
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“Without question, the best film podcast.”
MrFilmSnob via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
02/22/21
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“A great listen, led by seriously intelligent Antonia Quirke who I adore listening to for her knowledge and passion for film, simply top class. A must listen for anyone. Full stop. Brilliant and thank you.”
Leonardo Di Luxy via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
01/26/21
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“I love the Film Programme because it’s very good”
Billwood Sheriam via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/13/20
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“What used to be a very diverse and interesting programme presented by the expert Francine Stock has become quite boring and narrow. It really is quite poor in its range and I just don’t find it interesting anymore. It is not really the ‘Film Programme’ and should be given another title. I keep...”Read full review »
JonBn1 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/29/20
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“So relieved that the producers of this show realised that rejigging the format to appeal to the yoof and casual film fans was a mistake. Francine and Antonia rule! Oh, and while you're at it give Matthew Sweet another summer season while the ladies have their hilidays.”Read full review »
pacificwall via Apple Podcasts ·
Greece ·
02/19/20
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“Recent dip with Rafiq Rafiq, completely self obsessed whose favourite words, constantly used are me and I. Please inject some confidence and modesty into her.
Clearly bight and erudite, the millennial trope of me, me, me wears thin very quickly
Otherwise, the usual suspects, good as ever.”
Smiler998 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/24/19
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“Hurry back the usual presenters, the current presenter is shocking!!”
Rognosh via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/23/19
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“This programme has morphed recently into a fascinating in-depth look at film making. Easily the best film programme on radio.”
Cooper/Bennun via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/02/19
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“I wish there were more voices in this podcast! White women talking about diversity is really boring - that young one is the most irritating and I have no idea why she’s getting airtime. Most recently the killer combo of Ollie Madden, Lizzie Francke and Rowan Woods —- insipid and hideous. PLEASE...”Read full review »
FilmistheBest via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
12/31/18
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“They manage to have really good interviews with high-profile directors.
Antonia Quirke is lovely and has a genuine love for film but unfortunately other presenters like Caitlin Benedict are just into their PC politics. I’m writing this after hearing Caitlin talk about how she couldn’t defend...”Read full review »
TommibPT via Apple Podcasts ·
Netherlands ·
11/10/18
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“This used to be a good companion piece to the main Mark Kermode film review show on Radio 5. A more in depth look at generally more weighty movies.
Sadly that's gone now, replaced largely by two desperately right on women who tear apart beloved classics as being no longer "culturally...”Read full review »
Kotatsu Neko via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/01/18
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“Yes, it should be renamed thus.
I used to love this podcast for all the depth and analysis it gave. I learnt a lot about film here. But in the last couple of years it has become quite militant feminist. Barely a week goes by without a woman complaining about how bad the film industry is for...”Read full review »
John123ab via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/28/18
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“Has some interesting features, but seems more concerned with pushing a Guardian-friendly agenda around topics like diversity and representation than with providing an overview of contemporary cinema. Worst culprit is the dreadful Caitlin Benedict who is obsessed with talking about...”Read full review »
MartinBlank via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
06/04/18
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“I’ve been listening to this for years. Francine Stock the presenter is seasoned and a great interviewer. It’s a small show with quite some pull, getting big name interviewees from film promotion junkets. Scorsese and Schoonmaker for example, but also smaller indie filmmakers and directors. There...”Read full review »
Marco Polo Mint via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/21/17
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“The Film Programme is always a good listen and Francine Stock really delivers considerate and well informed reviews of a diverse selection of movies from around the world. Most recently however, it is starting to sound more political with some of the guest presenters soapboxing their opinions in...”Read full review »
Angusmecoatup via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
10/25/17
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“Weekly look at cinema.
Sometimes of unequal quality — it depends on the quality of the films on offer — but the advantage of the podcast is that you can fast forward if you’re not interested in what they’re discussing!
A number of interesting long-term repeating features.”
Eclectic-G via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
10/22/17
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“I'm frequently surprised at just how much ground The Film Programme covers in 30 minutes. Francine Stock always asks detailed, specific questions of her guests, which means that there's a chance to learn something new rather than hearing the same old anecdotes and perspectives. I love how...”Read full review »
Bryan Moriarty via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
03/02/17
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“I've heard about spoilers on the show, from one or two friends, but haven't come across any yet. I think that this is rather a fantastic, regular show for cinema fans. In fact, I'd go as far as calling it essential listening.”Read full review »
tylerandjack via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/11/16
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“Really interesting show. Love the topics they cover and the insightful perspectives”
Tom Morkes via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/30/16
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“A really great show and good example of how a podcast should be, knowledgeable, diverse, great guests, well spoken and really informative. Also pays attention to world cinema and the smaller film, not just mainstream. Mandatory listening for film lovers. Francine Stock is great to listen too.”
Joenemansch via Apple Podcasts ·
Netherlands ·
12/08/13
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“I look forward to each new edition. Francine has a fantastic understated class and style of review and interview.”
alexdbee via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/20/12
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“the one released on the 1st of nov 12 - when talking of chris o dowd the woman says the 'it' crowd not the I.T crowd! properly irritated by this :(”Read full review »
krankine via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/18/12
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“A perfect podcast for a Sunday bath.”
Magbanno via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
10/14/12
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“I am passionate about film and cinema and this is one of my favourite programmes.
It gives you the latest news but also covers music and old cinematography.
Recommended!”
Marzia Nicole via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/22/12
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“Very informative and tackles interesting film subjects,, from across the board of the industry. From production to exhibition. They discuss not just the weeks current releases, but delve into the archives of film history. Bravo!”
Sam_Clements via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/26/10
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CPK80 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/15/10
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“This podcast has a weekly interview with an influental person in the film industry. It's a must for anyone who wants to get a indepth insight into the process of making movies and the personalities involved in the process.”Read full review »
scranonite via Apple Podcasts ·
New Zealand ·
10/05/09
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Battoire via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
09/23/09
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“The most intelligent and insightful film podcast available on i-tunes. The tone is significantly higher than Kermode's reviews (which I also enjoy) yet she delves deeper, asks more interesting questions and the podcast has introduced me to a number of films I may never have discovered. An...”Read full review »
Doctor Mosca via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
02/09/09
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BarnabyW via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/21/08
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“The Film Programme is informative but it has a habit of giving spoilers.”
HiFranc via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/08/08
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