Episodes
Your favourite film podcast is back with an indie special, packed full of movie reviews of independent feature films and short film reviews. Film critics Chris Olson and Brian Penn bring you UK Film Club - part of the UK Film Review Podcast - discussing the latest film reviews from indie filmmakers in the UK and around the world. In this episode, there are movie reviews of: Betrayed"Little t"Stretch MarksA-Train: New BeginningsOK/NOTOKContinuanceDeath Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...
Published 11/14/24
Published 11/14/24
Horror movie reviews on The Scream Test Podcast continue as host Rachel reviews a classic - Hellraiser. Part of the UK Film Review Podcast, remember to subscribe to our channel for all of the latest movie reviews, filmmaker interviews and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published 11/07/24
On this movie reviews podcast, film critics Chris Olson and Brian Penn delve deep into a jam-packed show providing you with reviews of: Joker: Folie à Deux - the newest DC film starring Juaquin Phoenix The Substance - a new horror movie starring Demi Moore Speak No Evil - FILM OF THE MONTH - starring James McAvoy Trouble - a Swedish film recently released on Netflix Line of Fire - a short film written and directed by Weston Porter Nowhere - a feature film set in Cornwall written and...
Published 10/31/24
Join Amber and Joyce as they honour Black History Month by discussing the 2023 biopic, Rustin. Produced by the Obamas (yes, you read that right!), this Netflix film tells the story of Bayard Rustin, a Black gay man who was instrumental in the Civil Rights Movement - and yet, you may never have heard of him. From the importance of protest, to living as your true self, this episode is a real roller-coaster! For more details of our film podcast visit our website. Hosted on Acast. See...
Published 10/17/24
On this film podcast episode, host Chris Olson is joined by film critic Jack Salvadori who gives us a glimpse of what to watch at the 2024 BFI London Film Festival. Having caught a fantastic array of films in earlier film festivals such as Cannes and Venice, Jack gives the low-down on what movie fans should look out for at this year's LFF. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published 10/06/24
Film critic Rachel Pullen is back with more horror movie reviews in The Scream Test podcast, part of the UK Film Review Podcast. In this special episode, Rachel gives us her top 5 horror films on Netflix for Halloween 2024. So for all you scary movie fans, this is the place to get your top recommendations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published 10/03/24
On this, one of the best movie reviews podcasts around, film critics Chris Olson and Brian Penn get stuck into the best new movies out in the UK for September 2024. Having done an "Indie Special" episode of UK Film Club earlier in the month, this episode is chock full of movies at the cinema and streaming. The cinema movie reviews include: Blink Twice: Starring Naomi Ackie and Channing Tatum, directed by Zoë KravitzBeetlejuice Beetlejuice: Starring Michael Keaton and directed by Tim...
Published 09/26/24
Welcome back to Gay Actually! Join Amber and Joyce as they delve into this whacky and bizarre Spanish-language film, So My Grandma’s a Lesbian. They examine if the film can be classed as queerbait, how the storyline travelled in the wrong direction, and the importance of positively representing older LGBTQ+ people on screen. Find out more about our Film Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published 09/19/24
On this special "Indie Film Only" additional episode of UK Film Club, film critics Chris Olson and Brian Penn review a selection of short and feature-length independent movies. The movie reviews include: Rock, Paper, Scissors: A short film directed by Franz Böhm, Rock, Paper, Scissors is based on the true story of Ivan (Oleksandr Rudynskyi) who helped his father (Sergey Kalantay) run a makeshift hospital during the current conflict between Russia and Ukraine. After their plans to move the...
Published 09/12/24
Join horror film critic Rachel on The Scream Test as she reviews Child's Play as part of the UK Film Review Podcast. For fans of horror movie reviews, there is no better show to subscribe to. Check out the other UK Film Review Podcast shows including: The Fantom Zone - for all things nerdy in cinema. Gay, Actually - for all things LGBTQ+ in film. UK Film Club - for reviews of all movie types + listener reviews. Find out more on our website about our film podcast. Hosted on Acast. See...
Published 09/05/24
In this movie reviews podcast, film critics Chris Olson and Brian Penn talk about the summer films - or lack of. In this episode of UK Film Club we have movie reviews of Deadpool & Wolverine, Trap, the Netflix documentary Trap, as well as indie and short film reviews of My Best Nut, Undertow, The Xenophobes, The Highest Brasil, and City of Oz. The Nostalgia Pick for this month's episode of a movie review of Alien - the original Ridley Scott film from 1979 - to tie in with the new release...
Published 08/29/24
Happy Hot Girl Queer Summer! Join Amber and Joyce as they discuss the Catherine Corsini film, Summertime. Listen as they muse over the romantic French countryside alongside the roaring streets of Paris, issues of second-wave feminism and perhaps the true meaning of a hot girl summer? This episode contains spoilers! Be part of the UK Film Review film podcast community and follow @UKFilmReview on our socials. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published 08/15/24
Deadpool & Wolverine is the topic of this episode of The Fantom Zone, in their monthly episode as part of the UK Film Review Podcast. Directed by Shawn Levy and starring Ryan Reynolds as Deadpool and Hugh Jackman back as Wolverine, this is one of the most anticipated superhero films of the year.  For more movie reviews, film podcast goodness, be sure to subscribe to the UK Film Review Podcast as well as The Fantom Zone - who have their own separate channels as well. Hosted on Acast....
Published 08/08/24
Film critic Rachel is back with more movie reviews for The Scream Test show, part of the UK Film Review Podcast. She's following up with her awkward relationship with the Twilight films in this Part 2 episode. Be sure to check it out and share it. Search UK Film Review Podcast for more movie reviews and film podcast goodness. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published 08/01/24
On this movie reviews podcast, film critics Chris Olson and Brian Penn provide a wealth of film reviews for the latest releases, as well as short and indie films, Netflix movies and more. Plus a section of listener movie reviews at the end! In Episode 17 of UK Film Club, we have movie reviews of: Fly Me to the MoonTwistersA Quiet Place: Day OneConey Island CousinsOvershadowPainBeverley Hills Cop (1984) Beverley Hills Cop: Axel F (2024) Head to our website for more film reviews. Hosted...
Published 07/25/24
Join Amber and Joyce on Gay Actually this month as they discuss the lesser-known gritty English film, Between Two Women! They speak about the journey of both characters, Ellen and Kathy, and the film's perception of class, gender and sexuality in 1950s Northern Britain. It's more fun and less academic than it sounds! Join the fun! Keep up-to-date with all our film reviews and film podcast news by visiting the official UK Film Review website! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...
Published 07/18/24
Join The Fantom Zone gang this week for our review of A Quiet Place: Day One. In this fun filled chaotic episode Ian and Symone discuss the highs and many lows of this prequel, the vibes between Joseph Quinn and Lupita Nyong'o and work out if a cat truly can breathe underwater. The Fantom Zone is part of the UK Film Review Podcast - our popular film podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published 07/11/24
On this episode of The Scream Test, host Rachel and her guest review the first three Twilight films. Fans of Bella Swan and Edward Cullen will be in their element, unless Rachel doesn't like the movies! Find out by listening to this film podcast episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published 07/04/24
On this popular film reviews podcast, film critics Chris Olson and Brian Penn provide top cinematic banter despite the hot weather, illnesses and the footy being on. We have cinematic film reviews of Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, Bad Boys: Ride or Die, The Bikeriders, Hitman, Freydis and Gudrid, Homeboud, On the Ridge, Someone Dies! and Second Thought. As well as a Nostalgia Pick of X-Men (2000) to celebrate the upcoming release of Deadpool & Wolverine. Spoiler warnings and explicit words -...
Published 06/27/24
Join The Fantom Zone gang this week as they finally get Ian to watch Amazon Prime's The Boys. Tobi and Ian discuss all things The Boys, some comics and also a little politics too. Check out more from our Film Podcast by searching for UK Film Review Podcast on your favourite platform. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Published 06/20/24
Happy Pride Month! Join Amber and Joyce on this epic gay adventure as they discuss the pioneering lesbian film, Desert Hearts. From cowboys, to summer romances, to self-identity, they cover it all as they chart protagonist Vivian's journey towards self-acceptance and her love interest Cay's thirst for freedom. Have you seen the film? Let us know what you think! Content warning: Spoilers Gay, Actually is a film podcast part of the UK Film Review Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See...
Published 06/15/24
Horror film critic Rachel is not running solo on this episode of the film podcast The Scream Test, she is joined by Steve (a new guest!) as well as her podcast gang. Beloved Val is in her dog igloo, for fans of canines in their movie review shows! The topic of this show is the Poltergeist movies, so fans of 80's Slasher films will be in their element. The Poltergeist: A Haunting Look at Family, Fear, and Freaky Effects - A Scream Test Episode Ready to delve into the world of suburban scares...
Published 06/06/24
Join film critic Chris Olson as he is joined by film critic Jack Salvadori who has just returned from the 2024 Cannes Film Festival. His 6th time attending the festival, Jack provides a smorgasbord of incredible film reviews on this film podcast episode. Jack watched 54 films in Cannes so pretty much almost anything that screened, and him and Chris chat about the highlights and winners, such as Anora, Emilia Perez, Grand Tour, the disappointments such as Megalopolis, The Shrouds, Furiosa,...
Published 06/04/24
On this top film reviews podcast, film critics Brian Penn and Chris Olson provide insights into the latest movie releases, streaming films, and independent cinema for the UK Film Review Podcast community. UK Film Club covers all manner of movies and in this May episode, listeners can enjoy film reviews of the following new movies: Challengers film review: a tennis film starring Zendaya, Mike Faist, and Josh O'Connor. Zendaya stars as Tashi, a skilled tennis player with a hold on two other...
Published 05/23/24