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Our Guilty Pleasures (Skip Intro #177)
November 29, 2019 11:30 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MBIt's The Last One as the team share their guilty pleasure favourites and answer some burning listener questions they've received.
The Irishman (Skip Intro #176)
November 28, 2019 11:30 - 19 minutes - 18.1 MBThe team sit down for THE IRISHMAN, Martin Scorsese's crime drama bringing together old favourites Robert De Niro, Al Pacino, Joe Pesci, and others. They then soldier through some other 3 hour films and ask what makes a good 3-hour film, and share some that worked and some that didn't.
Wira (Skip Intro #175)
November 27, 2019 11:30 - 18 minutes - 17.1 MBThe gang look at Malaysian action film WIRA, directed by Adrian Teh, starring Hairul Azreen, Fify Azmi and Dain Said. They then share some of their films that feature one-man armies from John Wick to Cynthia Rothrock.
The Crown: Season 3 (Skip Intro #174)
November 26, 2019 11:30 - 20 minutes - 18.5 MBTHE CROWN is back for its third season, this time looking at events from 1964 to 1977 in Queen Elizabeth II's reign, with Olivia Colman at its helm, replacing Claire Foy. The team discuss their thoughts on the Netflix series' latest season; their thoughts on the new cast, how Season 3 holds up, and what they'd like to see the show explore in the future.
Knives Out (Skip Intro #173)
November 25, 2019 11:30 - 18 minutes - 17.4 MBThe gang investigates Rian Johnson's murder-mystery KNIVES OUT, featuring an ensemble cast that includes Daniel Craig, Christopher Plummer, Jamie Lee Curtis, Chris Evans, and share some of their favourite whodunnits.
Last Christmas & Klaus (Skip Intro #172)
November 22, 2019 11:30 - 18 minutes - 17 MBThe gang get into the Christmas spirit with a Christmas double bill as they check out LAST CHRISTMAS, starring Emilia Clarke, Henry Golding, and Michelle Yeoh, and KLAUS, the Netflix animated feature film about the origins of Santa Claus.
Movie Snacks: More Cats & More Censorship (Skip Intro #171)
November 21, 2019 11:30 - 23 minutes - 21.3 MBIn this week's Movie Snacks, the team chat about the some news that caught their eye this week. Starting with trailers, they check out the brand new trailer for CATS, SPONGEBOB THE MUSICAL: LIVE ON STAGE, THE SPONGEBOB MOVIE: SPONGE ON THE RUN, SCOOB!. Then, discuss news about the upcoming animated series FAST & FURIOUS: SPY RACERS, based on the film series of the same name, and share their thoughts on the latest calls to censor Netflix by FINAS Chief Executive Ahmad Idham Nazri, and the in...
Primal (Skip Intro #170)
November 20, 2019 11:30 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MBIain shares his review of PRIMAL, starring Nicolas Cage, and chats with the team about the long and fascinating career of the man himself.
Serenity & Sorry to Bother You (Skip Intro #169)
November 19, 2019 11:30 - 19 minutes - 17.8 MBThe team check out a couple of recent releases in the HBO library that didn't get cinema releases in Malaysia: SERENITY and SORRY TO BOTHER YOU.
Frozen 2 (Skip Intro #168)
November 18, 2019 11:35 - 4 hours - 19.5 MBThe team check out the long-awaited sequel to 2013 Disney hit, FROZEN, with the return on Idina Menzel, Kristen Bell, Jonathan Groff, and Josh Gad in FROZEN 2, to find out if it stands up to its blockbuster predecessor. They also discuss Disney's mammoth year of releases and what we can look forward to in a Disney Report Card.
BMW Shorties at Urbanscapes 2019 (Skip Intro #167)
November 15, 2019 11:30 - 22 minutes - 20.2 MBIain sits down with Sashi Ambi and Nadira Ilana from the BMW Shorties 2019, as part of Urbanscapes 2019 to find out about the festival's 13th year, this year's exciting diverse programme of films and workshops, and what to look forward to in the festival's future. Check out the Urbanscapes 2019 programme at URBANSCAPES.COM.MY and find out more about the BMW Shorties Film Festival 2019 and the Tayangan BMW Shorties programme at BMWSHORTIES.COM.MY. Admission is free.
Charlie's Angels (Skip Intro #166)
November 14, 2019 11:35 - 19 minutes - 17.8 MBThe Angels are back in the brand new iteration of the classic spy series in CHARLIE'S ANGELS. The team discuss their thoughts and how the new Angels hold up to their predecessors, helmed by Kristen Stewart, Ella Balinska, and Naomi Scott, with director-producer Elizabeth Banks as Bosley.
Ford v Ferrari (Skip Intro #165)
November 13, 2019 11:30 - 19 minutes - 17.9 MBThe gang check out the biopic based on the true story of the rivalry between Ford and Ferrari, and the team who took on the 24 Hours of Le Mans 1966, starring Matt Damon as American automotive designer Carroll Shelby, and Christian Bale as race car driver Ken Miles.
Interview with the Vampire (Skip Intro #164)
November 12, 2019 11:30 - 21 minutes - 19.5 MBAiman and Iain celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt-helmed INTERVIEW WITH THE VAMPIRE, based on Anne Rice's 1976 gothic horror novel, and chat about some old and new favourites from the genre.
Let It Snow (Skip Intro #163)
November 11, 2019 11:30 - 19 minutes - 18.1 MBAs Halloween decorations come down and Christmas trees go up, the gang chat about some of their favourite Winter, snow-filled films, and check out Netflix's latest teen rom com LET IT SNOW.
Midway (Skip Intro #162)
November 08, 2019 11:30 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MBThe gang check out Roland Emmerich's take on World War II's The Battle of Midway in MIDWAY, and take a look back at the disaster movie director's incredibly varied body of work.
Movie Snacks: James Dean & Color Out of Space (Skip Intro #161)
November 07, 2019 11:30 - 21 minutes - 19.5 MBIn this week's Movie Snacks, the gang look at the latest casting news (good and bad!), from Batman to James Dean, and some trailers that caught their eye. Check out the trailers discussed: Wendy Bad Boys For Life Colour Out of Space
Doctor Sleep (Skip Intro #160)
November 06, 2019 11:30 - 20 minutes - 19.2 MBThe team are joined by Arvindh Yuvaraj once again to take a trip back to the Overlook Hotel, in the adaptation of Stephen King's follow-up to cult horror favourite, The Shining, in DOCTOR SLEEP. They then discuss how long after a film is too long to release a sequel, or should Hollywood just let sleeping dogs lie?
The King (Skip Intro #159)
November 05, 2019 11:30 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MBThe team take a look at some of their favourite on-screen monarchs as they check out Netflix's THE KING, based on Shakespeare's play "Henry V", starring Timothée Chalamet, Joel Edgerton, and Robert Pattinson.
His Dark Materials (Skip Intro #158)
November 04, 2019 11:30 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MBThe gang check out the latest adaptation of beloved fantasy book series "His Dark Materials" by Philip Pullman, by the BBC and HBO, starring Dafne Keen, Ruth Wilson, Lin-Manuel Miranda, and James McAvoy. This inspires a discussion on fantasy YA novels that have gotten TV series and film adaptations, and what makes them work.
Nina Wu (Skip Intro #157)
November 01, 2019 11:30 - 19 minutes - 17.8 MBIain and Julian check out Taiwanese psychological thriller NINA WU, fresh out of this year's Cannes Film Festival, and join Aiman in a chat on the struggle actresses face on the silver screen.
Spooky Halloween Flicks (Skip Intro #156)
October 31, 2019 11:30 - 18 minutes - 17 MBJoin the gang's favourite ghouls in celebrating Halloween with their go-to creepy (and not so creepy!) picks for the spooky season, and discuss what makes a film fit for All Hallows Eve.
The Addams Family (Skip Intro #155)
October 30, 2019 11:30 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MBThe team join the Addams Family as they take a look at everyone's favourite macabre family in their many screen iterations, to find out if latest animated animation is up to scratch.
Dolemite Is My Name (Skip Intro #154)
October 29, 2019 11:30 - 20 minutes - 18.7 MBThe gang check out Netflix's take on legendary performer Rudy Ray Moore, and the creation of his most famous character, Dolemite, in the biographical film, Dolemite Is My Name. They also take a look back at some of their favourites from actor Eddie Murphy.
Zombieland: Double Tap (Skip Intro #153)
October 25, 2019 11:30 - 19 minutes - 18.2 MBThe team talk no-brainers as they check out the sequel to Zombieland, Double Tap, which sees the return of old favourites: Woody Harrelson, Emma Stone, Abigail Breslin, and Jesse Eisenberg. Then, they share some zombie favourites worth revisiting in the genre.
Terminator: Dark Fate (Skip Intro #152)
October 24, 2019 11:30 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MBIain checks out Sarah Connor's return to the Terminator franchise in the latest instalment in the series, and is joined by Arvindh and Kelvin to discuss how it holds up in the long-spanning franchise. Can Arnie's and producer James Cameron's returns mean we won't get a repeat of Genisys?
Horror Faves for the Spooky Season (Watch Now #9)
October 23, 2019 11:30 - 19 minutes - 18 MBIain checks out Astro's selection of horror titles to get in the spooky spirit with some old and new favourites: Halloween, The Nun, IT, and more.Watch these movies on-demand with your connected WiFi-enabled PVR or the Astro GO App. For more info, visit watchod.com
Box Office Bombs...Or Not? (Skip Intro #151)
October 22, 2019 11:30 - 19 minutes - 17.8 MBThe gang revisits some box office hits and misses that bombed at the box office, and try to figure out what exactly it was about them that didn't quite work...
Soundtracks and Scores (Skip Intro #150)
October 21, 2019 11:30 - 19 minutes - 18.3 MBIn this music-filled episode, the team pick out their favourite movie soundtracks and scores to find out what makes a good soundtrack, what makes a good score, when and where do you listen to film scores and soundtracks, and does your relationship with a film's score end when you walk out of the cinema?
Sadako (Skip Intro #149)
October 18, 2019 11:30 - 20 minutes - 18.6 MBThe team gear up for Halloween and take a look at Sadako, the latest installment in the Japanese horror series, The Ring, and the return of director Hideo Nakata.
Maleficent: Mistress of Evil (Skip Intro #148)
October 17, 2019 11:30 - 19 minutes - 17.9 MBThe gang return to Disney's live action Maleficent, starring Angeline Jolie and Elle Fanning, in the sequel MISTRESS OF EVIL, and share some dark gritty revisionist takes on characters they would love to see get the same treatment.
Catching Up on HBO Go (Watch Now #8)
October 16, 2019 11:30 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MBThe team catch up on a new, returning, and old favourite TV series all currently available on HBO Go: WATCHMEN, SUCCESSION, and BAND OF BROTHERS. If you're an Astro Movie Pack customer, you can stream the best of HBO GO, Hollywood and Asian blockbusters, award-winning series, HBO Originals, all-time favourite kids shows and more on demand, with your Wi-Fi connected PVR box or Astro GO app. Visit www.watchod.com for more details.
The European Film Festival 2019 (Skip Intro #147)
October 15, 2019 11:30 - 21 minutes - 19.3 MBAs the European Union Film Festival (EUFF) celebrate their 20th Anniversary in Malaysia this week, the team check out a few films on the programme that caught their eye: "Les Invisibles", "Sami Blood", and "In the Aisles". EUFF2019 will screen at selected GSC Cinemas in the Klang Valley from 17-27 October, and in Penang from 31 October-6 November. Find out more and check out the programme on the EUFF2019 website.
El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie (Skip Intro #146)
October 14, 2019 11:30 - 20 minutes - 19 MBThe gang revisit Vince Gilligan's beloved crime TV series BREAKING BAD in Netflix's follow-up, EL CAMINO: A BREAKING BAD MOVIE, chronicling the actions of Jesse Pinkman immediately after the fallout of the series finale. The team also look at several TV series that have spawned their own film adaptations. If you need a Breaking Bad Refresher before you watch El Camino, check out GamesRadar's recap here.
Pulp Fiction & Fight Club (Skip Intro #145)
October 11, 2019 11:30 - 20 minutes - 19 MBThe team celebrate the movie anniversaries of cult favourites PULP FICTION at 25 and FIGHT CLUB at 20.
Food Shows For Thought (Skip Intro #144)
October 10, 2019 11:30 - 19 minutes - 18 MBThe team chew the fat on some of their favourite food and cooking shows: from Julia Child to Kitchen Nightmares to Binging with Babish, as they discuss the progression of cooking and food on screen and why we love consuming them.
TV We Can't Wait For (Watch Now #7)
October 09, 2019 11:30 - 20 minutes - 18.6 MBThe gang chat about upcoming TV series they're looking forward to and a few they can't wait to return to screens. They look at exciting newcomers CATHERINE THE GREAT, WATCHMEN, and NANCY DREW, and returning favourites ARROW SEASON 8 and THE FLASH SEASON 6, all available now on Astro on the same day as the US. If you missed an episode, catch up on demand with connected Wi-Fi enabled PVR or linked Astro GO app. Find out more at watchod.com
The Inventor & Won't You Be My Neighbor (Skip Intro #143)
October 08, 2019 11:30 - 21 minutes - 19.8 MBIt's a documentary double bill, as the team looks at the two documentaries that premiered at the Sundance Film Festival and are available to stream now. "The Inventor: Out for Blood in Silicon Valley" looks at Elizabeth Holmes and the rise and fall of health technology company Theranos, while "Won't You Be My Neighbor?" chronicles the life and legacy of Fred Rogers, the host of popular children's television show Mister Rogers' Neighborhood.
In the Tall Grass (Skip Intro #142)
October 07, 2019 11:30 - 20 minutes - 18.4 MBIt's all about time loops and grass fields as the gang look at In the Tall Grass, Netflix horror film based on Stephen King and Joe Hill's 2012 short story, starring Patrick Wilson. They also look at their favourite films with time loops and probability.
The Sound of Silence (Skip Intro #141)
October 04, 2019 11:30 - 19 minutes - 18.1 MBThe team talk about indie drama The Sound of Silence, about a "house tuner", played by Peter Sarsgaard, and revisit some of their favourite films set in New York City.
Movie Snacks: The Irishman & Birds of Prey (Skip Intro #140)
October 03, 2019 11:30 - 19 minutes - 17.6 MBIn this week's Movie Snacks, the gang talk about a few trailers that caught their eye. Check out the trailers: The Irishman The Gentlemen The King's Man The Personal History of David Copperfield Birds of Prey (and the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn) Lucky Day
Gemini Man (Skip Intro #139)
October 02, 2019 11:30 - 17 minutes - 15.7 MBIt's Will Smith vs. Will Smith as Iain reviews Gemini Man, from director Ang Lee. The gang also discuss the Doubling technology used, and what this could mean going forward.
Tall Girl & Falling Inn Love (Skip Intro #138)
October 01, 2019 11:30 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MBIt's a Rom Com double bill as the team catch up on Netflix releases: TALL GIRL and FALLING INN LOVE.
The Shawshank Redemption & Spaced (Skip Intro #137)
September 30, 2019 11:30 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MBThe gang look at Anniversaries in this episode as they revisit THE SHAWSHANK REDEMPTION on its 25th Anniversary, and cult TV series SPACED on its 20th Anniversary to discuss what made them so memorable.
Joker (Skip Intro #136)
September 27, 2019 11:30 - 18 minutes - 16.8 MBIn this spoiler-free review, the gang check out Joaquin Phoenix's turn in The Joker's seat in the fan-favourite villain's latest foray on screen, in Todd Phillips' JOKER.
Ne Zha and Carole & Tuesday (Skip Intro #135)
September 26, 2019 11:30 - 19 minutes - 17.7 MBThe gang talk ANIMATION in this episode, as they check out blockbuster Chinese animated film NE ZHA, based on the Chinese folklore of the same name. Then, turn to Netflix's musical anime series CAROLE & TUESDAY.
Motif (Skip Intro #134)
September 25, 2019 11:30 - 27 minutes - 25.6 MBIain and Julian sit down with filmmakers Nadiah Hamzah, Muhammad Bahir, and Farah Al Amin to talk about their new crime thriller MOTIF, and join Lynn in the studios to share their thoughts in their review. MOTIF is playing in cinemas nationwide from 26th September 2019. Check out the trailer.
Rambo: Last Blood (Skip Intro #133)
September 24, 2019 11:30 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MBThe gang take a look at the return of US Army Veteran John Rambo, in RAMBO: LAST BLOOD. They discuss the film and if there's still a place in our cinemas for Action Films.
Movie Snacks: Hustlers Banned & The Aeronauts (Skip Intro #132)
September 23, 2019 11:30 - 18 minutes - 17.4 MBIn this week's episode of Movie Snacks, the gang look at the surprising (or not too surprising) news that Hustlers has been banned from Malaysian cinema screens, Emmy 2019 winners, some trailers that caught our eye, and the passing of Star Trek: Deep Space Nine actor, Aron Eisenberg. Check out the trailers discussed: In the Tall Grass Rhythm Section The Aeronauts
FRIENDS At 25 (Skip Intro #131)
September 20, 2019 11:30 - 21 minutes - 19.3 MBIt's the One with the 25th Anniversary, as the gang look back at cult favourite series Friends on the 25th anniversary of its first episode. They ponder over what they would change if they could, and what a reboot could look like.