From First To Last Podcast

Planet of the Apes (2001)

In this week's episode, we take a look at Tim Burton's reboot of the Sci-Fi classic Planet of the Apes. It's an epic journey to screen that features film legends such as Arnold Schwarzenegger, James Cameron, Peter Jackson and so many more. We also talk the film, how it fits into Burton's filmography and all the tangents you love.

Mental Health Check In (2023)

This week we return to talk about our unexplained absence, check in on each other's mental health journey and talk about the ways in which film has helped both of us through some dark times.

Sleepy Hollow (1999)

In this week's episode things get a little bit spooky as we take a look at Tim Burton's darkest entry into his filmography to date. 1999's Sleepy Hollow is an ode to Burton's Disney animation roots and is a fascinatingly dark film with performances from Johnny Depp, Christina Ricci and Helena Bonham Carter that show how dark Burton can go without losing the whimsy we've come to love. Together we chat the film, it's journey to screen and so much more.

Superman Lives (1997)

It's a bonus episode and this week we're taking a look at Tim Burton's unmade Superman film, Superman Lives. It's the stuff of legend, cutting edge technology, a crazy and imposing producer and Nic Cage as Superman himself. An epic journey of a film production only to have it fizzle at the end and you'll hear about it all here.

Mars Attacks! (1996)

In this week's episode, we take a look at Mars Attacks! Based upon the Topps Trading Card series, this 1996 comedy is an anarchist at heart in all the best ways. Tune as we talk the film's journey to screen, it's links to the crazy Ed Harris film Walker, it's incredible cast and so much more.

Ed Wood (1994)

In this week's episode we take a look at the Biopic chronicling the career of Ed Wood, B Grade director and "worst director of all time." It's a fascinating film with a journey that saw studio battles, subject matter that was taboo and a creative step up for all involved.

Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993)

Batman Returns (1992) - Part 2 w/ Blake Howard

In this week's episode we are joined again by the wonderful Blake Howard of One Heat Minute Productions. His knowledge of Batman Returns runs deep, so deep he is tattooed with Michael Keaton! Together we chat the film itself, an array of tidbits and the which Nike Air Max's did Batman wear.

Batman Returns (1992) - Part 1

In this week's episode we return to Gotham City for part 1 of our deep dive into Batman Returns. Tim Burton's darker retelling of The Dark Knight stunned movie goers and critics alike and the journey to screen is equally as fascinating as the film itself. Listen in to hear about the film, its journey to screen and the fact that we almost didn't get Michelle Pfieffer as Catwoman and so much more.

Edward Scissorhands (1990) - Part 2 w/ Popcorn Podcast

Last week we discussed the journey to screen for Tim Burton's epic fairytale and in this week's episode, we're joined by Tim and Leigh from Popcorn Podcast to chat all about the film Edward Scissorhands. It's a great chat covers the film, the plot line, actors and even has a few stories such as Baz Luhrmann's hype man and so much more. You won't want to miss this incredible chat.

Edward Scissorhands (1990) - Part 1

In this week's episode we take a look at Tim Burton's classic gothic fairy tale, Edward Scissorhands. We discuss the film's journey to screen, the casting process and its musical roots.

Batman (1989) - Part 2

Our journey through the filmography of Tim Burton continues. In part 1 of our Batman episode we talked the journey of Batman the character to our screens and this week we're talking the film's journey to screen, the film itself and so much more. Along with some great movie tangents there are tidbits all about the film, including Jack Nicholson's eye watering salary. Check it out now!

Batman (1989) - Part 1

In this week's episode, we take a look at Tim Burton's first superhero film. His 1989 feature of the Dark Knight is seen as one of the godfathers of modern superhero films and it does it all with a Prince soundtrack to boot. Tune in as we discuss the film's journey to screen, an overview of Batman in media and so much more.

Beetlejuice (1988)

In this week's episode, we take a look at Tim Burton's second feature film. The cult classic, Beetlejuice. It's a film that helped launch the careers of both Burton and Michael Keaton and has become one of the film most named when discussing Burton's filmography. But the big question is...will it be the same film we both remembered or something totally different given a few years since we both last watched it? Tune in as we discuss the film, it's journey to screen and that incredible dance sc...

Pee-Wee's Big Adventure (1985)

In this week's episode, we take a look at Tim Burton's first feature film. Pee-Wee's Big Adventure is a cult hit with wacky characters and absurdist situations that all take place on a cross country road trip. To say these two Aussie's didn't know what hit them is an understatement but amongst all their attempts at wrapping their head around Paul Reuben's beloved cult character, we try to find the moments of Burton sprinkled amongst the madness.

Introduction to Tim Burton - Part 2

In this week's episode, we return for Part 2 of our epic introduction into the works of Tim Burton. Where last week we travelled through Burton's journey to his first feature film, this week we discuss his body of work. We also discuss the films we are most looking forward to, what could be his least prolific piece of work and what our surprise film of the season might be. Join us for a thrilling conclusion to Burton's journey to his first feature film.

Introduction to Tim Burton - Part 1

We're back for season 8! In this season we're talking Tim Burton. Best known for films such as Edward Scissorhands, Batman, Sweeney Todd, Mars Attacks and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Burton has carved himself a niche market of accessible gothic horror romance stories. In this two part episode we'll discuss his journey into becoming the film maker we know and love today.

Mini Episode - The Batman (2022)

In this week's mini episode, Craig and Geoff discuss The Batman, the latest iteration of the caped crusader. Together they discuss the tone, the inspirations for the film, Pattinson's Batman and so much more.

2022 - We Were On A Break!

We're back for 2022 and while our break was a little longer than expected, that doesn't mean we didn't miss you all. So tune in as Craig and Geoff chat what they've been up to, what they're working on (Season 8 featuring Tim Burton's filmography) and what they're excited to see in cinemas for the year ahead.  

Season Wrap: Michael Mann

In this week's episode, Craig and Geoff take a look at the season that was as they dissect the filmography of Michael Mann. They talk the highs and lows and also discuss who is the Season 8 director. 

Blackhat (2015)

In this week's episode, Craig and Geoff visit Michael Mann's last film for the season. The 2015 released cyber crime thriller, Blackhat. It's a fascinating film that is based on a real life event. Together they discuss the film, Chris Hemsworth's performance and career and so much more. 

Public Enemies (2009)

In this weeks episode, Craig and Geoff continue on their journey through the filmography of Michael Mann and discuss Public Enemies. Focusing on a 12 month period in the life of John Dillinger and the creation of the FBI, it's a welcome change of scenery from Mann's previous films. Together they discuss the film's journey to screen, where the film fits within Mann's filmography and so much more.

Miami Vice (2006)

In this week's episode, Craig and Geoff take a look at Michael Mann's return to his first love, Miami Vice. Together they discuss the challenging production, the demanding cast, the overall tone of the film and so much more.   

Collateral (2004) Bonus Episode w/ Stuart Beattie

In this week's episode, Craig and Geoff are joined by writer, producer and director Stuart Beattie whose work includes Collateral, 3:10 To Yuma, 30 Days of Night, Pirates of the Caribbean and so much more. Together they discuss Stuart's career,  the journey to screen of Collateral, the Steven Spielberg produced Halo TV series and so much more. 

Collateral (2004)

In this week's episode, Craig and Geoff take a look at Michael Mann's gripping thriller, Collateral. Set within one gritty evening in LA, Tom Cruise plays an assassin who hires a taxi to ferry him from job to job. Cruise and Foxx give great performances and together we talk the film's journey to screen, the cast, the fantastic script and so much more.

Ali (2001) w/ Leigh and Tim - Popcorn Podcast

In this week's episode, Craig and Geoff are joined by Leigh and Tim from Popcorn Podcast to talk about Michael Mann's biopic based on a 10 year period of Muhammad Ali's life. It's a journey to screen you'd expect from such a personality and the chats about the film are a heck of a lot of fun.

The Insider (1999)

In this week's episode, Craig and Geoff take a look at Michael Mann's 7 time Oscar nominee, The Insider. It's a gripping tale of whistleblowing and company strong arm tactics and a fitting follow up to Heat. Together, they discuss the film's journey to screen, its real life origins and so much more.

Heat - Part 2 (1995) w/ Blake Howard

In this week’s episode, Craig and Geoff return to Michael Mann’s heist opus to talk Heat. They’re joined by Michael Mann and Heat enthusiast, and expert, Blake Howard from One Heat Minute Productions to dive deep into this modern classic. Together they talk the film, Mann’s filmography so far and what to expect in the rest of the season. It’s one heck of a great chat.

Heat - Part 1 (1995)

In this week's episode, Craig and Geoff talk the epic journey to screen of Michael Mann's career defining film, Heat. It's a journey that spanned his entire career and saw multiple iterations of the script, including a failed TV series that become a made for TV movie. It's the first part of an epic chat about a film that has gone on to be viewed as a modern classic. 

The Last of the Mohicans (1992)

In this week's episode, Craig and Geoff take a look at Michael Mann's 1992 Historical Romance film, The Last of the Mohicans. Together, they discuss the film, its journey to screen, epic and slightly troubled production and Mann's own experience of watching a previous version of the film at 3 years old.

Manhunter (1986)

In this weeks episode, Craig and Geoff take a look at Michael Mann's psychological thriller, Manhunter. The first ever appearance of Hannibal Lector is a fascinating and innovative approach to the thriller genre and together, the lads discuss the film's journey to screen, where it sits within Mann's filmography and so much more.   

The Keep Part 2 (1983)

In this weeks episode, Craig and Geoff return to The Keep to continue their epic journey through the films production. Together they chat about the filming, the cast and the end product we saw on the screen, as well as discussing how the experience may effect future Michael Mann projects.

The Keep - Part 2 (1983)

In this weeks episode, Craig and Geoff return to The Keep to continue their epic journey through the films production. Together they chat about the filming, the cast and the end product we saw on the screen, as well as discussing how the experience may effect future Michael Mann projects.

The Keep Part 1 (1983)

In the first of a two part episode, Craig and Geoff take a look at quite possibly the most fascinating film they've covered in their 104 episodes. The Keep is Michael Mann's second film and his only foray into gothic horror. It was ambitious film making that resulted in a troubled production, a film that has studio finger prints all over it, a reported 210 minute edit that was cut to 96 minutes and so much more. This is one heck of a journey and an absolute blast to talk about.

The Keep - Part 1 (1983)

In the first of a two part episode, Craig and Geoff take a look at quite possibly the most fascinating film they've covered in their 104 episodes. The Keep is Michael Mann's second film and his only foray into gothic horror. It was ambitious film making that resulted in a troubled production, a film that has studio finger prints all over it, a reported 210 minute edit that was cut to 96 minutes and so much more. This is one heck of a journey and an absolute blast to talk about.

Thief (1981)

In this week's episode, Craig and Geoff take a look at the theatrical debut of Michael Mann. Together they discuss the film's journey to screen, the links to Mann's future work that are already present, how it fares compared to other directors first films, the performances of the cast and so much more.    Reference Links https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/ct-valerie-percy-murder-unsolved-50-years-20160906-story.html  http://rheaven.blogspot.com/2010/07/thief.html https://www.chicagotri...

Introduction to Michael Mann

In this week's episode, Craig and Geoff kick off their seventh season by discussing the life of director, writer and producer Michael Mann. Together they chat about his life before film making, discuss his theatrical releases and chat about what they're most looking forward to in the season to come. www.fftlpodcast.com Insta: @fftlpodcast FB: @fftlpodcast Twitter: @fftlpodcast

The Dark Knight Rises (2012)

In this week's episode, Craig and Geoff take a look at Chris Nolan's third and final instalment of his Dark Knight Trilogy.  They talk the film from the perspective of not watching previous films to see if it works as a stand alone film or are the criticisms the film received justified? www.fftlpodcast.com Insta: @fftlpodcast FB: @fftlpodcast Twitter: @fftlpodcast

Triple Frontier (2019)

We return to Season 6 for a mini episode ab out Triple Frontier. A film that we developed as a directing vehicle for Kathryn Bigelow, it found a home at Netflix and a new director. Together Craig and Geoff talk the film and how its roots in Bigelow are present and so much more. www.fftlpodcast.com Insta: @fftlpodcast FB: @fftlpodcast Twitter: @fftlpodcast  

Army of the Dead (2021)

In this week's episode, Craig and Geoff return to Season 2 to discuss Zack Snyder's Army of the Dead. A semi-sequel to his first film, Dawn of the Dead, it's a return to zombie films, this time mixed with a heist. Together the lads will chat the films journey to screen, how it fits in Snyder's filmography and more. www.fftlpodcast.com Insta: @fftlpodcast FB: @fftlpodcast Twitter: @fftlpodcast

Season Wrap: Kathryn Bigelow

In this week's episode, Craig and Geoff wrap up their deep dive into the filmography of Kathryn Bigelow. Together they discuss her filmography, their discoveries throughout the season and the subsequent influences Bigelow has made within the film industry. They also rank her filmographies, their past directors and announce who will be featured in Season 7. Follow Us; www.fftlpodcast.com Insta: @fftlpodcast FB: @fftlpodcast Twitter: @fftlpodcast

Detroit (2017)

In this week's episode we take a look at the final film in Kathryn BIgelow's filmography. A gripping a tense story of racial abuse and police corruption, Detroit. Together they discuss the film's journey to screen, where this fits in Bigelow's filmography and so much more.

Zero Dark Thirty (2012)

In this week's episode, Craig and Geoff take a look at Kathryn Bigelow's Oscar nominated thriller, Zero Dark Thirty. Together they discuss the film's epic journey to screen, the ensemble cast, the film itself and so much more.

The Hurt Locker (2009)

In this week's episode, Craig and Geoff take a look at Kathryn Bigelow's Academy Award Winning film, The Hurt Locker. Together they discuss the film, its journey to screen, the long break between projects for Bigelow and the way this film ushers in a new era for her film making, plus so much more.  Follow Us; www.fftlpodcast.com Insta: @fftlpodcast FB: @fftlpodcast Twitter: @fftlpodcast

K-19: The Widowmaker (2002)

In this week's episode, Craig and Geoff return to 2002 for the second time this season to talk K-19: The Widowmaker. A russian submarine, survival film starring Harrison Ford and Liam Neeson that also manages to be one of the most expensive independent films of all time. Together they take a discuss the film's journey to screen, russian lawsuits, where the film fits within Bigelow's filmography, bad russian accents and so much more.  Follow Us; www.fftlpodcast.com Insta: @fftlpodcast FB: @...

The Weight of Water (2002)

In this week's episode, Craig and Geoff take a look at one of Kathryn Bigelow's lesser known films. The Weight of Water is a film that took quite a journey to screen and is quite an intriguing entry to her body of work. Together, they discuss the film, it's journey to screen, the amazing cast and so much more.  Follow Us; www.fftlpodcast.com Insta: @fftlpodcast FB: @fftlpodcast Twitter: @fftlpodcast

Strange Days (1995)

In this week's episode, Craig and Geoff take a look at Kathryn Bigelow's futuristic sci-fi noir, Strange Days. Following a story created by James Cameron, it is a film that even 25+ years on is still socially and culturally relevant in an eerie way. Together, Craig and Geoff discuss the film's journey to screen, its innovation and relevance today and so much more.

Zack Snyder's Justice League (2021) w/ Andrew Milos

In this week's episode, Craig and Geoff return to their second season to revisit a film they disliked but in a completely new cut and format. Together they are joined by Big Dog Comedy and Newcastle Comedy Festival's Andrew Milos to discuss Zack Snyder's long awaited vision, his 4 hour cut of Justice League. The lads discuss the film, the differences between cuts, its journey to screen and so much more. They might even eat a few slices of humble pie while they're at it. Follow Us; www.fftl...

Boss Level (2021)

This week, Craig and Geoff return to the work of Joe Carnahan to talk his latest film, Boss Level. It's a sci-fi time loop film that surprised the heck out of us with a great performance by Frank Grillo and a surprising amount of heart. Tune in as they talk the journey to screen, the film and so much more.

Point Break (1991)

In this week's episode, Craig and Geoff take a look at the cult heist/surfing film Point Break. They talk the cast, the film itself and the many future films it has gone on to influence.