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Episode 141: The Oscars 2021 (almost) LIVE!

It's that time of year again where awards season comes to a head and we celebrate by staying up too late and watching the Oscars live and report back to you once you've already found out the results. It's one of the many helpful services we offer as part of this podcast. So sit back, relax and enjoy the torture.

News & Reviews: Sound of Metal, Promising Young Woman, Love and Monsters, Palm Springs, Bad Trip & The Power

This episode of News & Reviews is packed to the gills with brand spanking new films, including a few Oscar contenders. Drama 'Sound of Metal' is on Amazon Prime and stars Riz Ahmed as a drummer who loses his hearing, 'Promising Young Woman' is the comedy thriller directed and written by Emerald Fennell which features a dynamic performance from Carey Mulligan. In addition to these heavy hitters we have reviews of Netflix's monster adventure 'Love and Monsters', timeloop comedy 'Palm Springs'...

Episode 140: Monsterverse, WHAT?!?

In this special spoiler semi review episode we try and make sense of Legendary's Monsterverse. We bring up points from all four installments of the Monsterverse so far, including how atomic breath actually works & whether humans are even needed.  We'll also find out if Andy is size blind and whether ghosts can overcome a spilled cup of coffee.

News & Reviews: Godzilla vs. Kong, The Night, Violation, Assassins, Slaxx, Harley Quinn, Invincible & Wrong Turn

Another fortnight of news and reviews have been compiled here for your audio sampling, we've had some big trailers drop for some hotly anticipated movies (including the next offerings from DC and Marvel), a big Netflix deal for 'Knives Out' and sad news for any fans of 'The Trench'. Alongside all of this we've got a bunch of reviews for TV and film. 'Godzilla vs. Kong' is the big box office release that's due to dominate any currently open cinemas for the forseeable future, 'The Night' is a...

Episode 139: Zack Snyder's Justice League Spoiler Review! ft. Anthony McCormack

We're joined by Ant once again for this spoiler special episode where we discuss and dissect 'Zack Snyder's Justice League'. We discuss whether the changes from the 2017 version benefit the film or detract from the action, new scenes, additional characters, where the series would have gone from here and whether we would have liked to see more of this universe.  During the podcast we make reference to thespoiler filled livestream that Ant hosted on his channel Talk N Review on youtube, you c...

News & Reviews: Zack Snyder's Justice League, Judas and the Black Messiah, The War with Grandpa & Boss Level

With the release of one of the most hotly anticipated comic book movies of the year we bring you a spoiler free review of 'Zack Snyder's Justice League' as well as other hot new releases. We talk about Oscar hopeful 'Judas and the Black Messiah', Robert DeNiro family comedy 'The War with Grandpa' and Frank Grillo sci fi action vehicle 'Boss Level'. 

Episode 138: WandaVision Spoiler Review! ft. Anthony McCormack

Following the culmination of Disney+ smash hit show 'WandaVision' we're here to sum up our thoughts on the 9 episode run. Spoilers are discussed so give this a swerve if you plan to catch up at some point. We're joined for this special episode by friend of the podcast Anthony McCormack to delve into the details and discuss where this fits into the MCU and how well it does as being a new addition to the canon. 

News & Reviews: Minari, Black Bear, The Old Ways, Sator, I Care A Lot, Coming 2 America & News Of The World

Another week goes by and another spate of new releases to review. It's a real bumper week with seven reviews in total.  The Glasgow Film Festival has been going on so we have three movies featured there in awards hopeful 'Minari', Aubrey Plaza starring drama 'Black Bear' and possession horror 'The Old Ways'. In addition to this we have folk horror 'Sator', darkly comic thriller 'I Care A Lot', Eddie Murphy sequel 'Coming 2 America' and Paul Greengrass western 'News of the World'.

Episode 137: Harry Potter and the Unfortunate Thestral

Well, as punctual as ever we return to Hogwarts!  Alex and Andy return with their version of the events of Part One of the Deathly Hallows. All your favourite segments return, key characters being offed unceremoniously, lots of backfiring wands and a real commitment to education. We're tantalisingly close to the end now so savour these while you can!

News & Reviews: The White Tiger, Willy's Wonderland & The Vigil

In yet another thrilling week in the history of this planet we choose to bring you reviews of a couple of new releases in the world of film. 'The White Tiger' is the much lauded Netflix adaptation of the 2008 novel of the same name which is being tipped for Oscar nominations in the coming month, 'Willy's Wonderland' is the latest budget Nicolas Cage action/horror/thriller which leans into the popularity of pizza party nostalgia and Five Nights at Freddy's. Alex also recaps on supernatural ...

Dinosaur Man 64: Episode 1

Bleep Bloop! That's video game for hello and welcome to the first in a new series of special episodes all about video games. This time out Andy and Alex discuss what they've been playing recently. This includes Dark Souls, Blair Witch, XCOM, Tetris and more.  Are video games too stressful for Andy to enjoy? Will Alex like a horror adjacent game that isn't Alien Isolation? Find out right here!

News & Reviews: Greenland & Malcolm & Marie

Another fortnight, another episode of news & reviews.  This week we discuss Gerard Butler disaster film 'Greenland' which is out on Amazon Prime now and Netflix's black and white shot Oscar hopeful 'Malcolm & Marie'. We also have the usual news round up you all love. Blevins, Godzilla, Tomb Raider and much more!

Episode 136: Wonder Woman 1984 SPOILER REVIEW

Oh my goodness, would you believe it? That's right, after no big spoiler specials for a whole year the boys are bringing you our thoughts on Warner Brothers hotly discussed 'Wonder Woman 1984'. We discuss the practicalities of wishing stone rules, invisible jets and the questionable attitude of Diana Prince towards pretty much every member of the human race. Andy does himself proud by making Alex cry with laughter so it's an all time classic ep. Warning! Here be spoilers!

News & Reviews: Pieces Of A Woman, The Rental & Songbird

With another week we bring you another bunch of streamer reviews. Variety is the order of the day here, with Netflix awards hopeful drama 'Pieces Of A Woman', by the numbers horror 'The Rental' and Covid inspired 'Songbird'. We also have the first instalment of new segment 'WandaWatch' and your regular round up of news stories from the last two weeks.

Episode 135: Best Of The Rest 2020

Ladies and Gentlemen we're returning one last time the shitshow that was 2020 for a final look at some of the films we didn't cover too much on the awards episode. We highlight a few hidden gems and films we maybe judged too harshly on initial release.  Check out the films we cover on this one as we felt they were worth a rewatch and should be widely available for you all now.

News & Reviews: Wonder Woman 1984, Soul, Ma Rainey's Black Bottom, Wolfwalkers & The Midnight Sky

Our first news and reviews of 2021 acts as a roundup of the last stuff we saw in 2020 during the festive period. With reviews of Pixar's latest 'Soul', big budget superhero sequel 'Wonder Woman 1984', Netflix Oscar hopeful 'Ma Rainey's Black Bottom', Irish animation 'Wolfwalkers' and George Clooney's new film 'The Midnight Sky'.

Episode 134: Films of 2020 Awards

It's finally here! We see off the year in our usual style with the Dinosaur Man awards, joined by Paul to dish out all the biggest gongs. We discuss animated hedgehogs, beloved TV hosts and blockbuster spy action films in our wrap up of the last year in film. Join us in saying goodbye to the strangest year in living memory right here and now.

News & Reviews: The Prom, Mank, The Mandalorian S2, Jungleland, Anything For Jackson & Yes, God, Yes

Newscast: Warner Bros 2021 on HBO Max & Disney Investor Day

Since it's been a busy time for both news and new releases we thought we'd split them up for the next couple of episodes. This week we tackle the news of Warner Bros releasing their entire 2021 slate simultaneously theatrically and on HBO Max in a move which has seen uproar from some filmmakers and guilds.  We also go through the announcements made at the Disney Investor Day relating to the future of their tentpole franchises and animation divisions including a whole bunch of Disney+ series...

Episode 133: A Very Netflix Christmas

In another festive episode we look at three new Netflix Christmas films and try to scientifically work out which of them is the most Christmassy of all. It's a tough battle and we had to sit through a lot of holiday cheer but we did it.  Our contenders are 'Dolly Parton's Christmas on the Square', 'Operation Christmas Drop' and 'Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey'. Are they any good? Who comes out on top? Who will be crowned the monarch of merriment? Find out here!

Episode 132: The Many Problems Of The Princess Switch Films

We begin Dinosaur Man Does December with this festive double bill. We watched both films in The Princess Switch series, and boy are they films with some big problems. We discuss the hunkiness of leads, the insanity of how fictional countries work of a GDP level, whether this is Vanessa Hudgens' Oscar moment and who the mysterious Christmas man actually is.  Have you watched these films? Were you thinking of watching them? We would recommend you skip. But hey, it's your life, live it. 

News & Reviews: Happiest Season, Uncle Frank, Hillbilly Elegy & Arkansas

Slow news week but thankfully we make up for that with a bunch of hot and fresh reviews! Three brand new releases in Holiday romcom 'Happiest Season', heartfelt Amazon drama 'Uncle Frank' and Netflix awards hopeful 'Hillbilly Elegy'. All this alongside crime thriller 'Arkansas'. 

News & Reviews: Dash & Lily, The Personal History of David Copperfield & Blood Vessel

We start with the festive cheer a little early here at Dinosaur Man HQ with a review of festive comedy series 'Dash & Lily' which is streaming now on Netflix, we also talk about World War II vampire movie 'Blood Vessel' and catch up on 'The Personal History of David Copperfield' which was released at the beginning of the year.  We also talk all this weeks news stories, Wonder Woman 1984, Black Panther 2 and Channing Tatum starring in a monster movie for Universal.

News & Reviews: Clemency & Aunty Donna's Big Ol' House of Fun

Slow reviews week this week but the news is so jam packed we don't even manage to get through it all, so you're still getting value for money don't worry.  Don't even think about asking for a refund from your favourite podcast platform.  Reviews this week are of death row based drama 'Clemency' in which Alfre Woodard gives the performance of a lifetime, as well as Australian sketch comedy in the form of 'Aunty Donna's Big Ol' House of Fun' which is available on Netflix now. 

News & Reviews: His House, The Witches, Rebecca & Scare Me

Back to reviews this week with four hot recent releases. Netflix bring us Remi Weekes 'His House' and Ben Wheatley's adaptation of 'Rebecca', Shudder offers up 'Scare Me' and Robert Zemeckis is the latest director to adapt Roald Dahl's work with his version of 'The Witches' which is available to rent now.

Episode 131: Shock-tober 2020: Franchise Killer (Qu'est-ce que c'est)

A very spooky greeting to you boos and ghouls! For the final episode of Shock-tober 2020 we're doing a very special head to head to head battle of some titanic horror franchises. Alex has made Andy watch the worst mainline entries in three of the most iconic series of horror 'Freddy's Dead: The Final Nightmare', 'Halloween: Resurrection' and 'Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Next Generation'. Andy's task is to rate each of these franchise ending movies in a number of categories to establish wh...

News & Reviews: The Trial of the Chicago 7, Borat Subsequent Moviefilm, Black Box & The Mortuary Collection

Are we preparing for prom? Because we've got lots of streamers this week! In another jam packed episode we talk about Jared Leto returning to DC, the cost of Bond to streaming services and maybe the most 2020 of all directorial appointments.  Releases this week are of Aaron Sorkin's Netflix release 'The Trial of the Chicago 7', surprise sequel 'Borat Subsequent Moviefilm', horror anthology 'The Mortuary Collection' and Blumhouse nonsense 'Black Box'.

News & Reviews: Saint Maud, Possessor, The Haunting of Bly Manor, The Wolf of Snow Hollow, Rocks & Bill & Ted Face The Music

In an episode as stuffed as a Christmas goose we discuss new releases and news as normal as well as playing a fun game that you can participate in at home. We bring you reviews of Rose Glass' terrifying religious horror 'Saint Maud', upcoming Brandon Cronenberg sci fi thriller 'Possessor', Netflix gothic horror series 'The Haunting of Bly Manor', werewolf horror-comedy 'The Wolf of Snow Hollow', British drama 'Rocks' and long awaited comedy sequel 'Bill & Ted Face the Music'.

News & Reviews: Relic, Hubie Halloween, The Lie & The Boys Season 2

Another week, another episode! And what a packed week it is, lots of new releases for streaming services and upcoming cinematic releases. 'Relic' is a terrifying debut feature from Natalie Erika James, 'Hubie Halloween' is the latest Adam Sandler vehicle from Netflix and 'The Lie' is a hot mess of a film from Blumhouse and Amazon.

News & Reviews: Dick Johnson Is Dead & Vampires Vs. The Bronx

A couple of streaming releases catch our attention this week, both available on Netflix right now. We also discuss the week in trailers and news stories both big and small. Including Jamie Foxx, Cineworld cinemas and Zendaya starring in a biopic.

News & Reviews: Enola Holmes, Tesla, Spiral & The Turning

Back to regular reviews after last weeks diversion into nonsense. Streaming releases and digital releases abound with 'Enola Holmes' from Netflix, 'Spiral' which is available on Shudder, unconventional biopic 'Tesla' and creaky horror attempt 'The Turning'.

Episode 130: Rando Calrissian 2: Electric Boogaloo

No reviews or news this week, life got in the way. So here instead is this dose of hot waffle. We discuss injuries, getting older, Limp Bizkit and party food. Enjoy!  Normal service resumes next week.

News & Reviews: Mulan & The Babysitter: Killer Queen

It's been a slow week for new releases but we have our reviews of Disney's latest live-action adaptation 'Mulan' and Netflix horror-comedy sequel 'The Babysitter: Killer Queen'. Both of these films are now available for home consumption on streaming services. 

News & Reviews: The New Mutants, I'm Thinking Of Ending Things, Random Acts Of Violence & Get Duked!

Another week, another bumper crop of films to talk about. This week finally sees the release of Alex's former most anticipated film of the year 'The New Mutants', 'I'm Thinking Of Ending Things' is Charlie Kaufman's new film which is available on Netflix now. 'Get Duked!' is on Amazon Prime and 'Random Acts Of Violence' is Jay Baruchel's feature debut, available on Shudder right now!

News & Reviews: Tenet, Come As You Are & Vivarium

Christopher Nolan is back to save cinema with his new blockbuster 'Tenet', Alex has braved the cinema and brings you his thoughts. Alongside this we have reviews of science fiction thriller 'Vivarium' and road trip comedy-drama 'Come As You Are'. Popular segment 'Trailer Roundup' returns as well as the latest news and rumours.

News & Reviews: True History of the Kelly Gang, The Wretched & DC Fandome

Welcome to this, possibly our most bumper episode of all time. There's a lot to cover this week with a mix of big DC news from the DC Fandome event which has been happening this week. This includes trailers for 'The Batman', 'Wonder Woman 84' and 'Zack Snyder's Justice League' as well as behind the scenes features on 'The Suicide Squad'.  Reviews include 'True History of the Kelly Gang', 'The Wretched', 'Boar' and 'The Innkeepers'.

News & Reviews: Project Power

Welcome friends and enemies to the latest podcast, this week we discuss Netflix's new superpower action movie 'Project Power', which stars Jamie Foxx as a father on a revenge mission. Stop us if you've heard that before. Andy has also got a new TV series that he won't stop going on about so prepare for 15 recommendations for that this episode.

News & Reviews: The Umbrella Academy Season 2 & Host

Nothing can stop us from podcasting, not even a heatwave and a bout of insomnia which turns Alex into an even more engaging broadcasting presence than usual. Andy talks about the return of Netflix's 'The Umbrella Academy' and Alex reviews lockdown horror 'Host' which is available on Shudder.

News & Reviews: How To Build A Girl & Greyhound

With the continuing lack of new cinematic releases we return to the home streaming well with a couple of titles recently made available on Amazon and Apple TV+. First up is Caitlin Moran's coming of age memoir 'How To Build A Girl' followed by a war thriller penned by and starring Tom Hanks in 'Greyhound'

Magic Cinema: Anthony McCormack

Today we open the doors to a brand new film watching venue 'The Magic Cinema' which we have been saving for all this time. To celebrate we put on a film festival put together by our good friend Anthony McCormack who provided us 3 films for our new screens. We go an adventure that covers modern masterpieces and classic gems, membranes and Ice Blasts. Anthony is one of the people behind 'Talk N Review' a movie and fragrance review channel which uploads regular reviews as well as weekly lives...

News & Reviews: Palm Springs & Never Rarely Sometimes Always

With another week of cinema closures comes another week of home viewing and this week we have a double stacker of a week, we review both time loop romantic comedy 'Palm Springs' and quiet drama 'Never Rarely Sometimes Always'. Both feature great performances and chemistry from their leads, but would we recommend them? Spoiler alert, Yes. 

News & Reviews: The Old Guard

The virus may continue to delay new releases in cinemas but the podcast rumbles on. We're back to discuss the new Netflix release 'The Old Guard', a graphic novel adaptation featuring immortal warriors.  Lots of news and plenty of re-watches to deal with too. 

Magic Cinema: Paul Hudson

Today we return to our new business venture 'The Magic Cinema'. We're dusting down the seats and employing social distancing to put on a new film festival. Paul Hudson joins us to tell us what he's programmed for our special event.  We get a must see, a classic and a guilty pleasure. We deep dive on these and get into all aspects of his choices. Won't you join us in our magic cinema?

News & Reviews: Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga

It's another streaming week this week with the glitzy release of Netflix's strange branded content 'Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga' which is really something to behold. Alongside this we discuss the recent YouTube release of Dave Chappelle's recent '8:46' which is available of the Netflix is a Joke channel.

News & Reviews: Artemis Fowl & 7500

We're back at it again. The 'it' being podcasting. It's a couple of streaming releases this week, Amazon Prime's airplane thriller '7500' and Disney+ fantasy adaptation 'Artemis Fowl'. Both are new and widely available but are they good? That is the real question we need an answer to.

News & Reviews: Da 5 Bloods

This week we bring you a review of Spike Lee's latest film 'Da 5 Bloods' which is available to watch now on Netflix. Alongside this we bring you your regularly scheduled dose of movie news hot off the presses.

News & Reviews: Paul Blart: Mall Cop & Observe and Report

Recorded 26th April 2009. Powered by University of Hull Ethernet cables.

News & Reviews: The Last Dance, The Lovebirds & The Vast of Night

We're back with our regular scheduled content, this week talking about three streaming releases available right now. We talk about sports documentary series 'The Last Dance' and rom com 'The Lovebirds', both on Netflix now. In addition to this there's also the low budget sci fi story 'The Vast of Night' which is streaming on Amazon Prime. 

News & Reviews: Sky High & Zoom

Recorded on 24th December 2006. Powered by Tiscali and Ask Jeeves.

News & Reviews: Scoob! & After Life Series 2

With another week in lockdown comes another week of home releases. This week it's the turn of animated origin story 'Scoob!' and Ricky Gervais' returning comedy-drama 'After Life' on Netflix.  In addition to this we have Giddy For Ghibli and the round up of all the latest news from the world of film.