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'You Talkin' to Me?’ Film Podcast
The Big Sleep (1946) & The Long Goodbye
James is new to Classic Noir movies, so he watched two very different but equally iconic adaptations of Raymond Chandler’s detective stories: First, The Big Sleep (1946) and then The Long Goodbye (1973). In this episode, he and Dan explore the shadowy world of hard-boiled detectives, sharp dialogue, and morally cloudy endings. They discuss Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall’s legendary chemistry and the famously tangled plot of The Big Sleep, before diving into Robert Altman’s sun-soaked, disillusioned take on The Long Goodbye, with Elliott Gould as a mumbling, out-of-step Marlowe for the 1970s. Stay Connected:X: @t...
2025-07-03
1h 15
'You Talkin' to Me?’ Film Podcast
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly
James had never seen Sergio Leone’s legendary Western The Good, the Bad and the Ugly, so he watched it with Dan and they recorded a podcast about it. In this episode, they discuss Clint Eastwood’s iconic gunslinger persona, Eli Wallach’s unforgettable performance as Tuco, and Ennio Morricone’s soaring score. They also explore the film’s sweeping scale, its operatic tension, and the quiet inevitability that leads three outlaws to one of the greatest final showdowns in movie history.Stay Connected:X: @talkinfilmBluesky: @talkinfilm.bsky.socialTikTok: @talkin_fil...
2025-05-07
58 min
'You Talkin' to Me?’ Film Podcast
Midnight Cowboy
James and Dan had never seen John Schlesinger’s Oscar-winning classic Midnight Cowboy, so they watched it together and recorded a podcast about it. In this episode, they explore Dustin Hoffman and Jon Voight’s unforgettable performances, the film’s groundbreaking approach to taboo themes in late 1960s cinema, and its gritty portrayal of loneliness, friendship, and survival in a decaying New York. “I’m walkin’ here!” — and so are they.Throughout this discussion, we use terms like ‘male prostitution’ or ‘prostitute,’ as they relate to the language that reflects the film’s era and framing, as well as the term ‘sex work...
2025-04-01
45 min
'You Talkin' to Me?’ Film Podcast
Talkin' Film Club: James Bond Movies
In this episode of Talkin’ Film Club, Dan and James are joined by regular guest, Jim, for a deep dive into the world of James Bond. With six official Bond actors over more than 60 years, we each pick our favourite Bond film from each actor’s era, debating what makes these films stand out in the franchise.Along the way, we discuss what makes a great Bond movie, how the series has evolved to reflect the times, and our favourite Bond theme songs. ***PLEASE NOTE: This episode was recorded before the recent announcement that EON Produ...
2025-02-28
1h 22
'You Talkin' to Me?’ Film Podcast
Taxi Driver
James had never seen Martin Scorsese’s gritty psychological masterpiece, Taxi Driver, so he watched it with Dan and they recorded a podcast about it.In this episode, they dive into Robert De Niro’s iconic performance as Travis Bickle and Jodie Foster’s fearless portrayal of the young and vulnerable Iris. They also discuss the film’s depiction of 1970s New York, and the cultural legacy of the movie - "You talkin’ to me?" Yes, they are. Stay Connected:Twitter: @talkinfilmTikTok: @talkin_filmFacebook: You Talkin’ to Me? Film PodcastSubscribe...
2024-12-31
1h 07
'You Talkin' to Me?’ Film Podcast
'Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid' and 'The Sting'
In this double feature episode, James watches Paul Newman and Robert Redford together on screen for the first time in the classic pairing of ‘Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid’ and ‘The Sting’. Two classic movies; two proper movie stars with old-school chemistry – But which film truly defines Redford and Newman's legendary partnership, and which film ultimately leaves the strongest impression?Stay Connected:Twitter: @talkinfilmTikTok: @talkin_filmFacebook: You Talkin’ to Me? Film PodcastSubscribe: Available on all major podcast platforms
2024-10-28
1h 08
'You Talkin' to Me?’ Film Podcast
Seven Samurai
James had never seen Akira Kurosawa’s legendary epic, ‘Seven Samurai’, so he watched it with Dan and they recorded a podcast about it.In this episode, they explore its groundbreaking cinematography, rich storytelling, and profound impact on cinema and discuss why this 1954 masterpiece still holds up in today’s world of filmmaking and consider whether its influence on Star Wars should have resulted in a more honest title for George Lucas’s classic: … ‘Space Samurai’. Stay Connected:· Twitter: @talkinfilm· TikTok: @talkin_film· Facebook: You Talkin’ to Me? Film Podcast· Subscribe: A...
2024-08-26
50 min
'You Talkin' to Me?’ Film Podcast
Seven Samurai
James had never seen Akira Kurosawa’s legendary epic, ‘Seven Samurai’, so he watched it with Dan and they recorded a podcast about it.In this episode, they explore its groundbreaking cinematography, rich storytelling, and profound impact on cinema and discuss why this 1954 masterpiece still holds up in today’s world of filmmaking and consider whether its influence on Star Wars should have resulted in a more honest title for George Lucas’s classic: … ‘Space Samurai’. Stay Connected:· Twitter: @talkinfilm· TikTok: @talkin_film· Facebook: You Talkin’ to Me? Film Podcast· Subscribe: A...
2024-08-26
34 min
'You Talkin' to Me?’ Film Podcast
Talkin’ Film Club: Movie Sequels
In this episode of Talkin’ Film Club, Dan and James are joined by regular guest, Jim, for a breakdown of their favourite movie sequels. Join us as we consider the directors who made a great sequel to their own movies and the prominent directors who took on a sequel to an already successful film; We unpack legacy sequels; the best Threequels, episode 4s and beyond; and examine the sequels that are successful because they expand the world and mythology of the original.Talkin’ Film Club is a companion piece to the ‘You Talkin’ to Me?’ Film Podcas...
2024-07-01
1h 15
'You Talkin' to Me?’ Film Podcast
Oldboy (2003)
James had never seen Park Chan Wook’s neo-noir masterpiece ‘Oldboy’, so he watched it with Dan and they recorded a podcast about it.As the most challenging film they’ve watched for the podcast, ‘Oldboy’ is as shocking now as it was on its initial release in 2003, but does the extreme nature of the movie’s plot secrets overshadow the overall greatness of Park Chan Wook’s work? Warning: This episode contains plot spoilers and discussions about mature subjects throughout. Follow us on Twitter @talkinfilm, view our posts on TikTok @talkin_film, find and like our...
2024-06-11
52 min
'You Talkin' to Me?’ Film Podcast
Mulholland Drive
Dan had never seen David Lynch’s surrealist masterpiece ‘Mulholland Drive’, so he watched it with James (who rates it in the top 10 of his favourite movies) and they recorded a podcast about it.It’s a mind-bending trip down the rabbit hole of Hollywood, but as 'Mulholland Drive' serves up a cinematic labyrinth of dreams and reality does Lynch's perplexing narrative keep us guessing or lead us only to confusion?In a change to our usual format, it’s James who has seen the movie before, whereas it’s a first-time viewing for Dan. Follow u...
2024-05-09
32 min
'You Talkin' to Me?’ Film Podcast
Rear Window
James had never seen Alfred Hitchcock’s masterpiece of suspense ‘Rear Window’, so he watched it with Dan and they recorded a podcast about it.As an example of pure entertainment cinema, ‘Rear Window’ is simultaneously a lesson in obsession and the dangers of voyeurism. So, whilst we enjoy the thrill of the suspense, how do we feel about becoming as voyeuristic as the film’s hero?Follow us on Twitter @talkinfilm, view our posts on TikTok @talkin_film, find and like our page on Facebook and please subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.If you lik...
2024-03-31
46 min
'You Talkin' to Me?’ Film Podcast
Talkin’ Film Club: Anime Movies
In this episode of Talkin’ Talk Club, we explore the world of Anime movies. Dan and James share the same birthday: Dan, who recently turned 50, has only ever seen 2 Anime movies in his life. James, who recently turned 17, has been watching and enjoying Anime for years. James set Dan a challenge: He created a list of 10 Anime moves that represent some of the best available and set Dan the task of watching them before they recorded this episode. What follows is a lively conversation about great Japanese animation.Here’s James’s list of class...
2024-02-09
1h 09
'You Talkin' to Me?’ Film Podcast
The Night of the Hunter
James was unaware of Charles Laughton’s masterpiece ‘The Night of the Hunter’, so he watched it with Dan and they recorded a podcast about it.As the only feature to be directed by Laughton, ‘The Night of the Hunter’ is a unique one-off experience that has become one of the most influential movies of all time, but is this mix of noir, horror and gothic fairy-tale still effective and is Robert Mitchum still terrifying? In this episode, we reference the following video of Charles Laughton directing the actors in the movie: https://youtu.be/1vG4AiYDs-w?s...
2023-12-30
38 min
'You Talkin' to Me?’ Film Podcast
Withnail & I
James had never seen Bruce Robinson’s ‘Withnail & I’, so he watched it with Dan and they recorded a podcast about it.As the first feature for its two lead actors and its director, ‘Withnail & I’ has become one of the most quotable and rewatchable movies of all time, but are the careers of all those involved still defined by this seminal cult classic? In this episode we quote directly from the film, so there’s a small amount of swearing. Follow us on Twitter @talkinfilm, view our posts on TikTok @talkin_film, find and like...
2023-11-26
48 min
'You Talkin' to Me?’ Film Podcast
Talkin’ Film Club: Vampire Movies
In this episode of Talkin’ Talk Club, Dan, James and Jim sink their teeth into their favourite Vampire movies. Why are we drawn to vampire movies above other creature features; Are modern vampires always the coolest characters in the movie; and is Keanu Reeves' performance in Bram Stoker’s Dracula actually pretty good? Talkin’ Film Club is a companion piece to the ‘You Talkin’ to Me?’ Film Podcast. Follow us on Twitter @talkinfilm, view our posts on TikTok @talkin_film, find and like our page on Facebook and please subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. If you lik...
2023-10-22
42 min
'You Talkin' to Me?’ Film Podcast
Magnolia
James had never seen Paul Thomas Anderson’s ‘Magnolia’, so he watched it with Dan and they recorded a podcast about it. A pivotal film in Anderson’s early career, ‘Magnolia’ has an ensemble cast to die for and a fantastic script, but does the movie’s ambition ultimately derail it and why is everybody singing? Follow us on Twitter @talkinfilm, view our posts on TikTok @talkin_film, find and like our page on Facebook and please subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.If you like what we’re doing, please recommend us and leave us a pos...
2023-09-17
48 min
'You Talkin' to Me?’ Film Podcast
'The Wicker Man' & 'Don't Look Now' Double Bill
In 1973 ‘Don’t Look Now’ and ‘The Wicker Man’ were released in the UK as a double feature, with the cult classic ‘The Wicker Man’ as the supporting picture to the main release of Nicolas Roeg’s ‘Don’t Look Now’.James (who’s 16) had never seen either of these horror classics before, so we watched them back-to-back (with a 15-minute intermission) and recorded a podcast about the experience. Why are there so many parallels between the two films and does watching them as a double bill impact your overall opinion of each? Warning: As these films ar...
2023-07-30
58 min
'You Talkin' to Me?’ Film Podcast
Talkin’ Film Club: Top Ten Lists 2
Dan, James and Jim are obsessed with keeping top ten lists of their favourite films. In this episode of Takin’ Film Club they discuss the dilemma of choosing one great movie over another and also consider the best films of the 21st Century so far. Which of these movies will still be remembered in 100 years?Talkin’ Film Club is a companion piece to the ‘You Talkin; to Me?’ Film Podcast. Follow us on Twitter @talkinfilm, view our posts on TikTok @talkin_film, find and like our page on Facebook and please subscribe wherever you get your podc...
2023-06-05
36 min
'You Talkin' to Me?’ Film Podcast
Vertigo
James has never seen Alfred Hitchcock’s ‘Vertigo’, so he watched it with Dan and they recorded a podcast about it. Considered to be one of the greatest movies of all time, Vertigo is Mesmerising and full of mystery, but does it still have the power to surprise new viewers and why is it only truly satisfying when you see it more than once?Follow us on Twitter @talkinfilm, view our posts on TikTok @talkin_film, find and like our page on Facebook and please subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. If you like wha...
2023-04-16
35 min
'You Talkin' to Me?’ Film Podcast
Talkin' Film Club: New York Movies
In this episode of Talkin’ Talk Club, Dan and James are joined by friend of the show, Jim, for a stroll through their favourite New York movies. What makes the perfect New York movie; Why did we all pick ‘Do the Right Thing’ but none of us chose a film by Woody Allen; and why do so many classic New York movies take place in a single day? Here are our individual top five New York movies:Dan’s picks:Taxi DriverDo the Right ThingAfter Hour...
2023-03-01
52 min
'You Talkin' to Me?’ Film Podcast
Goodfellas
James had never seen Martin Scorsese’s wiseguy classic ‘Goodfellas’ so we watched it together and recorded a podcast about it. Is this the greatest gangster movie of all time, or just the best and most influential Scorsese movie? And how is it possible for someone to be funny and scary at the same time? Follow us on Twitter @talkinfilm, view our posts on TikTok @talkin_film, find and like our page on Facebook and please subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. If you like what we’re doing, please recommend us and leave us a...
2023-01-27
35 min
'You Talkin' to Me?’ Film Podcast
Singin' in the Rain
James had never seen all-time classic musical ‘Singin’ in the Rain’ so we watched it together and recorded a podcast about it. Regularly voted as the greatest musical ever made, what are the ingredients that make this film so special and why is it considered a ‘sheer unabashed joy’?Follow us on Twitter @talkinfilm, view our posts on TikTok @talkin_film, find and like our page on Facebook and please subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. If you like what we’re doing, please recommend us and leave us a positive review on Apple Podcasts
2022-12-20
41 min
'You Talkin' to Me?’ Film Podcast
Talkin' Film Club: Time Travel Movies
Dan and James are joined by friend of the show, Jim Clifford, for a leap through their favourite time travel movies. What makes a great time travel movie?; do the best time travel movies need a cool time machine?; should time travel movies have sequels? Talkin’ Film Club is a companion piece to the ‘You Talkin’ to Me?’ Film Podcast. Follow us on Twitter @talkinfilm, view our posts on TikTok @talkin_film, find and like our page on Facebook and please subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. If you like what we’re doing, please...
2022-11-13
42 min
'You Talkin' to Me?’ Film Podcast
Badlands
James had never seen Terrence Malick’s influential debut ‘Badlands’, so we watched it together and recorded a podcast about it. Is this the greatest ‘lovers-on-the-run’ movie of all time and why is everyone they meet on their journey so strange? During the episode we reference this video about narration:https://www.criterion.com/current/posts/2698-malick-and-the-art-of-the-voice-overFollow us on Twitter @talkinfilm, view our posts on TikTok @talkin_film, find and like our page on Facebook and please subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. If you like what we’re doing, pleas...
2022-10-18
31 min
'You Talkin' to Me?’ Film Podcast
Talkin' Film Club: Top Ten Lists
James and Dan are obsessed with keeping a top ten list of their favourite films. In this episode of Takin’ Film Club they discuss why they’re so passionate about the films on their lists and wonder why similar lists across movie websites and magazines are so diverse. Their Top Ten favourite movies can be found here:James: https://boxd.it/5IRNODan: https://boxd.it/7t5O8Talkin’ Film Club is a companion piece to the ‘You Talkin; to Me?’ Film Podcast. Follow us on Twitter @talkinfilm, view our posts on...
2022-09-12
41 min
'You Talkin' to Me?’ Film Podcast
The Silence of the Lambs
James has never seen Jonathan Demme’s classic psychological horror, ‘The Silence of the Lambs’. We watched it together and then recorded a podcast about it. With outstanding performances, script and directing is this the most influential suspense film of all time or just an A-list B-movie? Follow us on Twitter @talkinfilm, view our posts on TikTok @talkin_film, find and like our page on Facebook and please subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. If you like what we’re doing, please recommend us and leave us a positive review on Apple Podcasts.
2022-07-18
34 min
'You Talkin' to Me?’ Film Podcast
One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest
James is 15 and has never seen Milos Forman’s psychological masterpiece, ‘One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest’. We watched it together and then recorded a podcast about it. With some of the greatest ensemble acting in history, and two towering performances from its leads, is the film still worthy of its countless accolades? Follow us on Twitter @talkinfilm, view our posts on TikTok @talkin_film, find and like our page on Facebook and please subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. If you like what we’re doing, please recommend us and leave us a positive...
2022-05-23
33 min
'You Talkin' to Me?’ Film Podcast
Chinatown
James (15) has never seen Roman Polanski’s noir masterpiece, ‘Chinatown’. We watched it together and then recorded a podcast about it. With one of the best scripts ever written and a star-making performance from Jack Nicholson, is this the greatest detective movie of all time and why does Jack have a bandage on his nose?Follow us on Twitter @talkinfilm, view our posts on TikTok @talkin_film, or find and like our page on Facebook. If you like what we’re doing, please recommend us and leave us a positive review at Apple Podcasts a...
2022-04-03
29 min
'You Talkin' to Me?’ Film Podcast
Do the Right Thing
James (15) has never seen Spike Lee’s 1989 masterpiece, ‘Do the Right Thing’. We watched it together and then recorded a podcast about it. Racial tensions rise on the hottest day of the year as bickering escalates to violent confrontation and tragedy. Is the film still relevant today? Absolutely yes. Follow us on Twitter @talkinfilm, find and like our page on Facebook, and please subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. If you like what we’re doing, please recommend us and leave us a positive review. During the episode we reference these:https...
2022-01-24
22 min
'You Talkin' to Me?’ Film Podcast
Blade Runner
James (14) has never seen Ridley Scott’s game changing sci-fi classic, ‘Blade Runner’. We watched it together and then recorded a podcast about it. Is this the most influential science fiction movie of all time, or just a 1940s inspired detective story with added unicorns (or both).Follow us on Twitter @talkinfilm, find and like our page on Facebook, and please subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. If you like what we’re doing, please recommend us and leave us a positive review.
2021-12-02
28 min
'You Talkin' to Me?’ Film Podcast
Some Like It Hot
James (14) has never seen Billy Wilder’s legendary comedy ‘Some Like It Hot’. We watched it together and then recorded a podcast about it. It's an exhilarating mix of gangland murders, songs, and cross dressing, but is this still one of the greatest comedies of all time and why do we keeping referring back to Psycho?Follow us on Twitter @talkinfilm and please subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. If you like what we’re doing, please recommend us and leave us a positive review.
2021-10-11
26 min
'You Talkin' to Me?’ Film Podcast
Heat
James (14) has never seen Michael Mann’s epic crime film Heat. We watched it together and then recorded a podcast about it. Is this the most influential heist movie of all time and how did two men chatting over a coffee become its most famous scene?Follow us on Twitter @talkinfilm and please subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. If you like what we’re doing, please recommend us. During the episode we reference this video on YouTube about the coffee shop scene, https://youtu.be/wiwt_yrVXW0 and shout out the exc...
2021-08-29
25 min
'You Talkin' to Me?’ Film Podcast
Apocalypse Now
James (14) has never seen Francis Ford Coppola’s Apocalypse Now. We watched it together and then recorded a podcast about it. Does this ‘chaotic masterpiece’ deliver like it did in 1979 and will it become James’s favourite film ever? (Answer - 'yes')Follow us on Twitter @talkinfilm and please subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.Send us your comments and suggestions for future episodes.
2021-06-28
30 min
'You Talkin' to Me?’ Film Podcast
'Alien' and 'Aliens'
James (14) has never seen the Ridley Scott’s Alien or James Cameron’s Aliens. For this double episode we watched both films together, recording the ‘Alien’ section first, then recording the rest after viewing the classic sequel.Is the build up to the chest burster scene in ‘Alien’ more distressing than the chest burst itself; and is ‘Aliens’ the greatest example of tension building in cinema history? Follow us on Twitter @talkinfilm and please subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.Send us your comments and suggestions for future episodes.
2021-05-02
45 min
'You Talkin' to Me?’ Film Podcast
Fargo (1996)
James (14) has never seen the Coen Brothers classic, Fargo. We watched it together and then recorded a podcast about it. Is this the most Coen Brothers of all Coen Brothers movies, and what trait does it share with Psycho? Follow us on Twitter @talkinfilm and please subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.During the episode we reference the excellent Team Deakins podcast, with cinematographer Roger Deakins. Check it out. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/team-deakins/id1510638084 https://www.rogerdeakins.com/Send us your comments and suggestions for future epi...
2021-03-06
26 min
'You Talkin' to Me?’ Film Podcast
Rocky
James (14) has never seen the Sylvester Stallone classic, Rocky. We watched it together and then recorded a podcast about what he thought of it.Is this cinema’s greatest sports movie, and is hitting meat the best way to train for a fight?Follow us on Twitter @talkinfilm and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. During the episode we reference the following article and behind the scenes photos on the Cinephilia and Beyond website:https://cinephiliabeyond.org/rocky-a-heartwarming-sports-drama-reflecting-its-very-process-of-creation/ Check out other film writing on this excellent website. Send...
2021-01-17
26 min
'You Talkin' to Me?’ Film Podcast
Casablanca
James (13) had never seen all time classic, Casablanca. We watched it together and then recorded a podcast about what he thought of it. Will this beloved movie still have an impact, and why are all the characters chain smoking? Follow us on Twitter @talkinfilm and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Send us your comments and suggestions for future episodes.
2020-11-15
25 min
'You Talkin' to Me?’ Film Podcast
Monty Python's Life of Brian
James (13) has never seen anything by the Monty Python team, including this comedy classic from 1979. We watched it together and then recorded podcast about it. Is the film still funny and what's the official term for laughing through your nose?
2020-09-17
24 min
'You Talkin' to Me?’ Film Podcast
2001: A Space Odyssey
James (13) has never seen Stanley Kubrick’s 2001: A Space Odyssey. We watched it together and then recorded a podcast about what he thought of it. Does this sci-fi classic still deliver, and what’s with the giant baby? Follow us on Twitter @talkinfilm and on Instagram @talkin_film Send us your comments and suggestions for future episodes.
2020-08-13
26 min
'You Talkin' to Me?’ Film Podcast
Psycho
In each episode of 'You Talkin' to Me?' we choose a classic movie that James (13) has never seen before and we watch it together. From this shared experience we discuss what he thought of it and ask whether it appeals to a younger modern audience. What will a 13 year old make of Alfred Hitchcock's Psycho? Does the film still have the power to be shocking?Follow us on Twitter @talkinfilm and on Instagram @talkin_filmSend us your comments and suggestions for future episodes.
2020-07-29
29 min