First Take Film Club
106 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 3 years ago -Welcome to First Take! The general premise here is some simple. Each week, we discuss a film that one of us has just watched, for the very, first time! Other than that, we'll discuss movie news, share views and offer good vibes. Told you it was a simple premise.
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#71 - Promising Young Woman
May 10, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 93.5 MBOn this week's episode of the pod, the boys talk all things Promising Young Woman! The recent Oscar and BAFTA winner was a real standout for us and the chat this week was wonderful, if we do say so ourselves. On another note, on this episode Liam makes reference to some great articles read by the boys - check the links below to read some of these pieces. Thanks for listening! https://www.harpersbazaar.com/uk/culture/a35519409/promising-young-woman-comment/. https://www.empireonline.com/...
#70 - Sound of Metal
May 03, 2021 06:00 - 51 minutes - 30.1 MBHello and welcome back to the First Take Film Club podcast. This week we tackle Darius Marder's Oscar-winning debut Sound of Metal. After a week away from the mic we are so happy to be back and this is the perfect movie to discuss. If you like what you hear, get involved in the conversation with us on Twitter and Instagram @firsttakepod and please, please, please drop us a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen to your podcasts. Enjoy! x
#69 - Palm Springs
April 19, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 44 MBHello and welcome back to the First Take Film Club. This week, we're talking about one of Amazon Prime's latest exclusive's: Palm Springs. Dive into our take on the latest time-travel movie to hit the small screen, and hear us discuss what we loved - and what we didn't - about this feel-good movie of the spring. As a bonus discussion, we also chat about where we see streaming services in the grand food-chain of film, and whether we think that there is a place for them in saving small-budg...
#68 - American Psycho
April 12, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 86.1 MBWe simply are not there... Only kidding, of course we're bloody here - here being your podcast provider of choice - and instead of being a manic, sociopathic serial killer (or not?), we're coming at you with a lovely episode on Mary Hannon's classic, American Psycho. This movie asks so many questions, and we do our best to decipher most of them on this wonderful little episode, so if you like that sort of stuff, you're in for a real treat! Now, if you'll excuse us, we have to return some ...
#67 - 12 Angry Men
April 05, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 88.7 MBHello and welcome back to another awesome episode of First Take Film Club. This week, Liam, Luke and Connor talk all things 12 Angry Men, the directorial debut from acclaimed American filmmaker Sidney Lumet. We recently celebrated our 2-year anniversary and for all of those that listen, from the bottom of our hearts, thank you!
#66 - Slumdog Millionaire
March 29, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 88 MBOn this week's episode, the boys talk all things Slumdog Millionaire, the Oscar-winning classic from Danny Boyle! Unfortunately Luke couldn't make it this week so it was down to Liam and Connor to pick apart and discuss this movie and they did just that, talking about the best scenes, filmmaking techniques and stand-out moments. Not to mention giving their respective popcorns, it's a great episode if we say so ourselves. We loved this film and want to know what you think, so feel free to...
#65 - Jaws
March 22, 2021 07:00 - 57 minutes - 34.3 MBThanks again for joining us at the First Take Film Club. This week's movie needs no introduction. Jaws was and is one of the most ground-breaking movies ever released. In this week's episode, we're joined by friend of the podcast Danielle White from @YaGalsonFilm to give her first take on Spielberg's 1975 blockbuster. Join Luke, Liam and Danielle (Connor was ill!) as they discuss how well the movie has aged, what they felt about the story and a few behind-the-scenes points that you may or may...
#64 - Mad Max: Fury Road
March 15, 2021 07:00 - 59 minutes - 35 MBWelcome back listener to episode 64 of the First Take Film Club podcast. In this week's episode we talk about George Miller's Mad Max: Fury Road. Considered one of modern-day cinema's great action movies, we dive into this episode all-guns-blazing as we hear what Luke thought on his first watch. As always, follow us on socials - @firsttakepod on twitter and Instagram.
#63 - Face/Off
March 08, 2021 07:00 - 58 minutes - 80.8 MB"Lies, deceit, mixed messages... this is turning into a real..." podcast Boy, oh boy is this a great episode - the gang kick back and talk all things Face/Off, John Woo's cult-classic action movie! This movie really lived up to our expectations and we had a BLAST recording this episode. Give it a listen, share it with your pals and get in touch with us @FirstTakePod. Ta x
#62 - Saving Private Ryan
March 01, 2021 07:00 - 1 hour - 98.8 MBThe boys are back! After a long Christmas break and some general life admin out of the way, we’re back and better than ever. New logo, new podcasts, same great craic!
#61 - Mank
December 11, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 92.8 MBFinally! After much time, David Fincher is finally back and we're covering his latest film Mank! Mank follows the real-life story of Herman J. Mankiewicz, the screenwriter behind Citizen Kane as he rushes to finish his first draft of the script. For one of us, this was, their "film of the year" and this podcast was one of our best too! So give it a listen, share with your pals and let us know how you found Mank! Until next time x
#60 - Monty Python's The Life of Brian
December 03, 2020 19:14 - 52 minutes - 71.8 MBHello and welcome back to First Take; on this week's episode we're covering one of the greatest comedy films of all time, Monty Python's The Life of Brian. This was a boss episode and we loved Monty Python, hopefully we'll cover some more in the near future!
#59 - Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind w/ Jack McLoughlin and Thomas Elliot Griffiths
November 23, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 89.3 MBHello and welcome to a special episode of First Take where today we make history; that's right, it's out first ever episode with guests! On this bonus ep, Connor and Liam chat to the boys behind Kate and Jake, an upcoming film by two awesome young filmmakers. We discuss the ins and outs of pre-production during COVID, what it's like creating your first feature film and discuss the inspirations behind it - namely, Eternal Sunshine. We tried something new with this episode and had a blast r...
#58 - Citizen Kane
November 20, 2020 01:27 - 1 hour - 50.8 MBHere we are ladies and gentlemen, the greatest to ever do it AND Citizen Kane... We jest of course, Citizen Kane is arguably the greatest film ever made and we thought it was only time we covered it on the pod. We talk all things Kane, Welles and give our personal picks for the greatest film of all-time. Let us know yours @FirstTakePod and don't forget to share us with all your buds. Until next week when we've got TWO episodes coming at ya. Stay tuned and stay safe xx
#57 - Fargo
November 13, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 44 MBOh Jeez! The boys are back and on this weeks episode we're covering another Coens' classic, Fargo (1996). We love a black-comedy here at First Take HQ and it's safe to say that Fargo fits that category like a glove! Get in touch @FirstTakePod and let us know what you thought of this film, this episode or even the 2005 Champions League final. Anything really. We're all ears! Stay safe and keep watching movies! x
#56 - V for Vendetta
November 06, 2020 11:16 - 1 hour - 45.7 MBRemember remember the... wait what was the saying again? On this week's episode the boys chat all things V for Vendetta, and how apt is it that we recored on Bonfire night too! (Apologies if you hear any annoying fireworks in the background). Like, share and leave us a review. Ta x
#55 - Halloween Special
October 30, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 42.3 MBHappy Halloween! we've got a terrifying, two-hander this week on First Take, with the boys giving their thoughts on Sam Raimi's Evil Dead 2 and Wes Cravrn's iconic horror-classic, A Nightmare on Elm Street. There's some hot takes, some general chit-chat and we answer your questions on these two awesome movies! Don't forget to follow us @FirstTakePod on Twitter & Instagram for more content and feel free to subscribe, review and share us with your pals, oe enemies.. Ta x
#54 - Rocky Horror Picture Show
October 23, 2020 06:00 - 52 minutes - 34.9 MBScience Fiction, Double Feature! YES - Spooky season is among us and we're kicking it off with a big'n. The boys are talking all things Rocky Horror, the cult-classic turned halloween phenomenon and boy did we enjoy this one! This has been recommended to us in the past and we only thought it right to cover this awesome movie as we get into Halloween season! Let us know what you think - @FirstTakePod on Twitter & Instagram. Like, share and review to help ya boys out, Ta x
#53 - North By Northwest
October 16, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 42.9 MBYour favourite film podcast is back! And on this week's episode the gang are talking all things Alfred Hitchcock and how 1959 classic, North By Northwest. Connor suggested this film for Luke and Liam to give their first takes on and it's safe to say that it didn't disappoint - we all loved it! But what about this movie did we love exactly? Well for that, you'll have to listen. Like, share and subscribe to us on iTunes, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. It really helps us out. Un...
#52 - No Country For Old Men
October 07, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MB"If the rule you followed brought you to this..", thank god for that rule!! Welcome to First Take Film Club, the podcast where we give our first impressions of movies, from Nolan to Noir, Kubrick to Kurosawa we love, and cover them all! On this week's episode we're talking all things No Country For Old Men, the 2007, Oscar-winning, Neo-western from the legendary Coen brothers. This is a first take for both Liam and Luke and they've got some interesting opinions on this modern classic. ...
#51 - Wonder Woman
September 30, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 63.4 MBHello! Now, if you've listened to any previous episode of First Take you'll be well aware that Liam and Luke are massive Marvel fans, but we've decided to focus on their darker, DCEU cousins this week as the gang talk all things Wonder Woman (2017). This was a first take for both Connor and Luke and it's fair to say that some bold opinions were shared. Get involved, get sharing and if you've any thoughts on this awesome movie get in touch @FirstTakePod on Twitter & Instagram. Until next t...
#50 - Casablanca
September 23, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 46 MBOf all the film podcasts, on all the apps, in all the world boy oh boy are we glad you've chosen this one! 50 bloody episodes of First Take Film Club, and for a special landmark like that, it's only apt we discussed a film that is just as special. Thats right, on this week's episode we're discussing all things Casablanca, from Bogart to Bergman, Lighting to Laughter we pick apart what makes this film one of the most famous, and well-known movies of all time. It's been a real pleasure to ...
#49 - I'm Thinking Of Ending Things
September 16, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 43.9 MBSeason 3 just keeps on rolling and on this week's episode of First Take, the boys are covering the latest mind-melting and genre-bending flick from Charlie Kaufman, I'm Thinking of Ending Things. This was a first take for all three of the boys, and it's safe to say it did not disappoint; ITOET is brimming with minute and intricate details that are desperate to be picked apart and analysed through multiple viewings - it's a must watch for all fans of Kaufman or movies that make you scratch ...
#48 - Tenet
September 09, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 41.4 MBWe're back baby!! Season 3 of First Take is here and we're back with an absolute belter! Christopher Nolan's latest, time-warping, genre-bending blockbuster, Tenet is here; signalling the much-awaited return of cinemas and more specifically, brand spanking new movies finally being released, we thought it would be perfect to launch the brand new season of First Take with a film as gargantuan as Tenet. Have you had a chance to catch Tenet yet? If so let us know what you think @FirstTakePod...
#47 - Da 5 Bloods
June 17, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 54.9 MBHello and welcome to a very special episode of First Take Film Club; today Liam and Connor tackle the latest and greatest Spike Lee joint, Da 5 Bloods staring Chadwick Boseman, Delroy Lindo and Clarke Peters. We've patiently waited for a new movie from one of our favourites here at First Take, Spike Lee and it's safe to say that we weren't disappointed. So check out the movie, streaming now on Netflix, and then give this a listen, a rating on iTunes and share with your loved ones. Stay s...
#46 - Lockdown Sessions - Harry Potter and the Movies That Aren't Fantastic Beasts
May 27, 2020 11:30 - 1 hour - 49.9 MBWe continue on our trip down cinematic-spectacle lane as we touch on all things Harry Potter. Listen, review and share :)
#45 - Lockdown Sessions - MCU Madness
May 14, 2020 08:00 - 49 minutes - 32.7 MBFirst things first, if you're new here, welcome! But if you're familiar with us here at First Take, it'll come as no surprise that we bloody love all things Marvel and the MCU, so we decided that following the previous episode on Star Wars (check it out if you haven't, it's a good'n) it'd be best to discuss something we all love. So here you go. We hope you enjoy! :) PS: we're working on the audio quality but due to these gosh-darn coronavirus times, our normal standards are proving to be...
#44 - First Take Sessions - Star Wars
May 04, 2020 18:11 - 1 hour - 42.6 MBMay the fourth.. nah we're not going to do that joke, promise. Nevertheless, it is 'Star Wars Day' so we thought it would be fitting to talk about all things skywalker, storm-trooper and space in this spectacular episode of your mum's favourite film podcast. We hope you enjoy x
#43 - First Take Sessions - Spielberg Spielberg Spielberg
April 27, 2020 08:00 - 55 minutes - 35.6 MBWelcome back! We're still in lockdown and chances are, so are you, so sit back (or stand, or run, or even bloody cartwheel) and enjoy us three blabbering idiots discussing one of the greatest to ever do it, Steven Allan Spielberg. As well as this, we muse on the recent movie news and discuss what's been keeping us sane for the past month or so... HINT: it's movies... Enjoy x
#42 - First Take Sessions - Lockdown & Pixar
April 14, 2020 17:05 - 53 minutes - 34.2 MBWe're back! Albeit with a slightly new, and definitely-not-cynical outlook; as the government imposed lockdown continues, we just couldn't let any more weeks slip by without some fresh, First Take content for you lovely lot. On this episode we discuss how we've been coping with the lockdown, what movies we've been watching and even rank our top 3 Pixar movies. It should be noted that this was very much a trial for us, the audio quality isn't up to our usual standards but we're trying to rec...
#41 - First Take Revisits - E.T
March 08, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 69.4 MBWelcome to a sort-of new take from us at First Take, First Take Revisits. On this episode, the gang revisit a classic film we’ve all seen before, and discuss the delights & downfalls of one of the most heralded films in cinematic history, Steven Spielberg’s E.T. If you liked what you heard, share the pod, subscribe and leave us a 5* review! Also, let us know if you enjoyed this new format. Much love x
#40 - Snowpiercer & Parasite
March 01, 2020 19:05 - 1 hour - 103 MBHello and welcome back to First Take Film Club, on this episode we're hoping to ride on the coat-tails of (now) Oscar-winning director, Bong Joon-Ho as we discuss his English-language debut Snowpiercer as well as the cinematic phenomenon that is Parasite. Listen, review and share x
#9 - Spirited Away, Boy and Pan's Labyrinth
February 21, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 112 MBHello, Hola, Konnichiwa! It's foreign film week on the pod this week and what a line-up of films we have for you! We've got Liam tackling Taika Waititi's sophomoric success Boy, Connor get's stuck into Guillermo Del Toro's fantastical Pan's Labyrinth and finally Luke unravels Hayao Miyazaki's Spirited Away. Honestly it's one of the best episodes we've done, you're in for a treat! PS: don't forget you can follow us on socials - @FirstTakePod on Twitter and Instagram. Ta
#39 - Drive & Booksmart
February 14, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 95.7 MBWelcome back! On this epic episode of First Take we cover all things cool with Nicholas Winding-Refn's hit movie, Drive and get to grips with the debut feature of Olivia Wilde, Booksmart. As well as this, we recap the Oscars from last weekend and answer your questions! Enjoy x
#38 - Punch-Drunk Love & Uncut Gems
February 07, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 46 MBWe have two punch-drunk gems for you this week with our super Sandler special. On the 38th episode of First Take we tackle the great Paul Thomas Anderson's 'rom-com' Punch-Drunk Love and Benny and Josh Safdie's anxiety inducing Uncut Gems. We love Adam Sandler at First Take. Can not get enough of him. So we had a thought...why don't we take on two films that subvert the typical Sandler performance. We could not think of two better films to tackle and boy did we have a blast taking them on....
#37 - The Florida Project & This is England
January 31, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 106 MBSeason 2 just keeps on rolling! On this wonderful episode of the podcast the boys discuss to bonafide indie-gems; starting with Shaun Baker's follow-up to Tangerine, The Florida Project, a beautiful and affecting piece of cinema centering around the lives of Moonie and her mother Halley whose lives will change forever over the course of one hot summer. In addition to this we're also offering you a taste of classic british indie cinema with Shane Meadow's seminal film, This is England, set ...
#36 - Mid90s & 1917
January 24, 2020 09:00 - 1 hour - 215 MBHello! Welcome back to First Take Film Club, the podcast where we discuss our first impressions of a movie we’ve only just got round to watching! On this week’s episode, Connor talks all things Mid 90’s, Jonah Hill’s debut coming-of-age flick. While Luke chats about Sam Mendes’ one-shot, Oscar front runner, 1917! Like, subscribe, share and spread the love xx
#33 - Leon: The Professional, Taxi Driver & When Harry Met Sally
January 23, 2020 17:18 - 1 hour - 102 MBAs season 1 of First Take nears an end, we've got a jam-packed couple of episodes lined up for you lovely listeners, the first of which brings you three absolutely incredible films! Liam talks all things Leon, Luke gives his first take on Scorsese's Taxi Driver & Connor finally embraces rom-com's and gets stuck into When Harry Met Sally! What a week! Enjoy x
#35 - JoJo Rabbit & Marriage Story
January 17, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 240 MBWe're back baby! Season 2 is here and we've got two bloody beautiful films for you - Taiki Waititi's JoJo Rabbit and Noah Baumbach's Marriage Story - two Oscar-nominated gems that we loved discussing as much as we did watching them. Plus, expect some Oscar chat and a brief recap of the latest movie news. It's good to be back... Hope you enjoy x
#34 - Christmas Special
December 10, 2019 10:38 - 1 hour - 66.4 MBIt's Christmaaaaas! (Well, kind of). Hello and welcome to the First Take Christmas Special! It's the final episode of season one and we thought we'd leave you with a cheery, upbeat episode to tide you over until the new year. Connor covers the eighties classic, National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation, Luke talks all things It's A Wonderful Life and Liam gets stuck into A Muppet Christmas Carol. Not to mention, the gang answer your questions and cover some of the most recent movie news. It may ...
Episode 29 - Christmas Special
December 10, 2019 10:38 - 1 hour - 66.4 MBIt's Christmaaaaas! (Well, kind of). Hello and welcome to the First Take Christmas Special! It's the final episode of season one and we thought we'd leave you with a cheery, upbeat episode to tide you over until the new year. Connor covers the eighties classic, National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation, Luke talks all things It's A Wonderful Life and Liam gets stuck into A Muppet Christmas Carol. Not to mention, the gang answer your questions and cover some of the most recent movie news. It m...
Episode 28 - Leon: The Professional, Taxi Driver & When Harry Met Sally
December 03, 2019 17:23 - 1 hour - 102 MBAs season 1 of First Take nears an end, we've got a jam-packed couple of episodes lined up for you lovely listeners, the first of which brings you three absolutely incredible films! Liam talks all things Leon, Luke gives his first take on Scorsese's Taxi Driver & Connor finally embraces rom-com's and gets stuck into When Harry Met Sally! What a week! Enjoy x
#32 - The Return of the King
November 21, 2019 16:27 - 1 hour - 68.1 MBAt long last, it is done, our Lord of the Rings binge is over. In the final third of Luke's first take on the now iconic trilogy, the boys discuss all things Return of the King; giving their favourite moments, stand-out characters and sum up the entire trilogy as a whole. There's also a plethora of general movie news and your questions are answered! It was a blast to revisit these cinematic gems and we hope you enjoy! Ta x
Episode 27 - The Return of the King
November 21, 2019 16:27 - 1 hour - 68.1 MBAt long last, it is done, our Lord of the Rings binge is over. In the final third of Luke's first take on the now iconic trilogy, the boys discuss all things Return of the King; giving their favourite moments, stand-out characters and sum up the entire trilogy as a whole. There's also a plethora of general movie news and your questions are answered! It was a blast to revisit these cinematic gems and we hope you enjoy! Ta x
#31 - The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers
November 12, 2019 16:56 - 1 hour - 59.3 MBWelcome back to the second installment in what is quickly becoming a massive trilogy, yes that's right First Take x Lord of the Rings. On this episode the gang cover Connor's favourite of the trilogy, The Two Towers; expect lots of mispronounced names, shockingly poor memories and a general lack of knowledge but hey, we're not experts! There is also a plethora of movie news to discuss and the boys answer some of your questions. It was a boss episode! We hope you enjoy! xxx
Episode 26 - The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers
November 12, 2019 16:56 - 1 hour - 59.3 MBWelcome back to the second installment in what is quickly becoming a massive trilogy, yes that's right First Take x Lord of the Rings. On this episode the gang cover Connor's favourite of the trilogy, The Two Towers; expect lots of mispronounced names, shockingly poor memories and a general lack of knowledge but hey, we're not experts! There is also a plethora of movie news to discuss and the boys answer some of your questions. It was a boss episode! We hope you enjoy! xxx
First Take Explores: Liverpool Film Festival Part Two
November 08, 2019 17:50 - 48 minutes - 56.3 MBHello and welcome to the final part of our coverage of the Liverpool Film Festival in conjunction with Explore Liverpool & @YaGalsOnFilm. In this special episode, the gang describe their experiences at the festival, talking all things features, shorts and QnA panels. We had an incredible time covering the festival and would like to give a special mention to Donna at Explore Liverpool for helping us get involved, it truly was a blast! Here's to next year!
#30 - The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring
November 04, 2019 18:00 - 1 hour - 105 MB"One does not simply walk into Mordor" Hello and welcome back! On this fantastical edition of First Take, we embark on a journey through Middle Earth as we tackle the first part of the gargantuan trilogy: The Lord of The Rings. After 24 episodes of First Take, one of the pod boys made an incredible discovery...they'd never seen The Lord of the Rings before! So over the next two months leading to Christmas we are going to be releasing the other two films in the trilogy as well. How exciting. ...
Episode 25 - The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring
November 04, 2019 18:00 - 1 hour - 105 MB"One does not simply walk into Mordor" Hello and welcome back! On this fantastical edition of First Take, we embark on a journey through Middle Earth as we tackle the first part of the gargantuan trilogy: The Lord of The Rings. After 24 episodes of First Take, one of the pod boys made an incredible discovery...they'd never seen The Lord of the Rings before! So over the next two months leading to Christmas we are going to be releasing the other two films in the trilogy as well. How exciti...
#29 - The Evil Dead, Poltergeist & Scream
October 28, 2019 14:47 - 1 hour - 192 MBHello! Welcome back to an especially spooky episode of your da's favourite podcast; this week Luke recounts the spectacularly shlocky indie horror The Evil Dead, Liam tackles Spielberg's (we all know it was actually him) Poltergeist & Connor gets into the Halloween spirit by watching the now-iconic Scream. As well as this, the boys talk over the latest film news and chat about the upcoming Liverpool Film Festival. This was genuinely one of the most fun episodes we've recorded and we hope you ...