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Arrow Video Podcast190 - End Of Year Special - 2025 - FINAL EPISODENothing lasts forever and Just as 2024 is now over, so it the Arrow Video Podcast with Sam and Dan!
Sam and Dan will be discussing discussing the films from the last year that made their top 5 (also 15-11, don't ask) as well as slipping into unpofessional chaos as they look back on the podcast as an endevour and a connection between friends.
Throughout the episode are some of the lovely voicenotes you sent in, honestly, it's been so heartwarming hearing the response from all of you!
Please keep in touch with Dan on BlueSky:
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2025-01-061h 44
Arrow BandwidthArrow Bandwidth Podcasts - Dell Technologies Midrange Storage market opportunityThe third of our Dell Technologies Podcasts from Arrow Bandwidth sees the team discuss the importance of storage solutions, particularly focusing on midrange storage.
Once again hosted by Arrow UK’s Dell Business Sector Manager, Dominic Vincent and Steve Horobin, our Modern Data Centre Manager, we were thrilled to be joined by Adrian Hannam, Sales Specialist – UK at Dell Technologies.
Listen to this engaging and insightful podcast, where Dominic, Steve and Adrian discuss the key points:
1. Market Opportunity: Storage represents a significant market for Dell Technologies, driven by increasing customer data growth and management needs.
2. Partner Engagement: Dell emphasises the impo...
2024-11-2933 minArrow BandwidthArrow Bandwidth Podcasts - Dell Technologies Midrange Storage market opportunityThe third of our Dell Technologies Podcasts from Arrow Bandwidth sees the team discuss the importance of storage solutions, particularly focusing on midrange storage.
Once again hosted by Arrow UK’s Dell Business Sector Manager, Dominic Vincent and Steve Horobin, our Modern Data Centre Manager, we were thrilled to be joined by Adrian Hannam, Sales Specialist – UK at Dell Technologies.
Listen to this engaging and insightful podcast, where Dominic, Steve and Adrian discuss the key points:
1. Market Opportunity: Storage represents a significant market for Dell Technologies, driven by increasing customer data growth and management needs.
2. Partner Engagement: Dell emphasises the impo...
2024-11-2933 min
Arrow Video Podcast143 - Sorority House MassacreSam is alone again this week, having been abandoned by Dan who is off galavanting again. Hopefully he will survive the Sorority House Massacre!
They will reunite next time for Night of the Demons!
Who knows what this year has in store. As we work out what the future of the podcast is to be, please message the Arrow Video Podcast hosts with any comments, suggestions or questions at their social media.
Check out SAm's other podcast, VHS Quest, over on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/VHSquest
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2023-01-1621 min
Arrow Video Podcast142 - Best films of 2022 part 2IHappy New Year! Welcome to 2023! With 2022 behind us, there's just time for Sam and Dan to finish off the list from last time, here it is, the top 5 films for each of them (mostly) from last year.
Who knows what this year has in store. As we work out what the future of the podcast is to be, please email the Arrow Video Podcast hosts for any comments, suggestions or questions at arrowvideopodcast@arrowfilms.co.uk
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2023-01-0235 min
Arrow Video Podcast140 - Arrow's Best Releases Of The Podcast's Lifetime - With Eric PennycoffIn celebration of the streaming premiere of The Leech, Sam is joined by director Eric Pennycoff to look back at the films discussed by the podast over the last several years!
Email the Arrow Video Podcast hosts for any comments, suggestions or questions at arrowvideopodcast@arrowfilms.co.uk
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2022-12-0544 minArrow Video Podcast138 - VHS recommendations special!A special feature this time:
As Dan's shooting schedule changed on set and he was unable to join Sam, the Arrow Video podcast gifts to you, our dear Arrowheads, a special preview episode of Sam's Patreon podcast: VHS Quest!
Dan will return next fortnight for Wild Things!
Email the Arrow Video Podcast hosts for any comments, suggestions or questions at arrowvideopodcast@arrowfilms.co.uk
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2022-11-0323 minArrow Video Podcast137 - Arrow Halloween recommendation specialWhile Dan's away, the Sam will play. And by play, we mean recomend Haloween viewing to all the lovely Arrowheads.
Also, maybe Dan will (quite literally) phone it in so as not to be totally left out.
Enjoy!
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2022-10-0822 minArrow Video Podcast134 - Arrow Video Frightfest Live Episode 2022It's festival time! Dan is joined by five amazing guests for this live edition of the podcast from Arrow Video Frightfest 2022.
Presented here in its unexpurgated glory, weird pauses and all.
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2022-08-2951 min
Arrow BandwidthTenable Podcast 2022 - Keys To The KingdomThis insightful podcast in our Tenable series features an exclusive interview with Tom Watson, Territory Manager at Tenable. Arrow's Business Manager, James Cable, poses the questions to Tom, including what the unique features of Tenable AD (Active Directory) are. With AD now more than 20 years old, your customers may have inherited a legacy IT system, with mergers, acquisitions & consolidations having taken place during this time.
The challenge for many security teams is to manage and know that they've secured AD, without knowing what's gone before them and legacy risks being difficult to secure. Hear how Tenable AD identifies and fixes...
2022-08-2512 minArrow BandwidthTenable Podcast 2022 - Keys To The KingdomThis insightful podcast in our Tenable series features an exclusive interview with Tom Watson, Territory Manager at Tenable. Arrow's Business Manager, James Cable, poses the questions to Tom, including what the unique features of Tenable AD (Active Directory) are. With AD now more than 20 years old, your customers may have inherited a legacy IT system, with mergers, acquisitions & consolidations having taken place during this time.
The challenge for many security teams is to manage and know that they've secured AD, without knowing what's gone before them and legacy risks being difficult to secure. Hear how Tenable AD identifies and fixes...
2022-08-2512 minArrow Video Podcast133 - Arrow Video Frightfest preview special 2022It's almost festival time! Sam and Dan discuss some of their pics from the upcoming program at this year's Arrow Video Frightfest.
Next time Dan will be joined by some guest film makers at the Arrow Video Frightfest for the second of our special festival episodes.
Email the Arrow Video Podcast hosts for any comments, suggestions or questions at arrowvideopodcast@arrowfilms.co.uk
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2022-08-1525 minArrow Video Podcast132 - What Have You Done To SolangeTrigger warnings galore as Sam and Dan traverse the many pitfalls of one of the most contentious Gialli: Massimo Dallamano's What Have You Dont To Solange.
Spoiler level: 1/5
For their cinematic pairings, Sam and Dan also recommend films such as Men and Black Christmas, plus also talk about films they've seen recently including Christmas Present and Marathon Man.
Next time Sam and Dan will be discussing the upcoming Arrow Video Fright Fest Festival in the first of two, special festival episodes.
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2022-08-0137 min
Arrow Video Podcast128.5 Mini episodeBad news, precious Arrowheads: Sam is poorly. He shall return but while he convalesces Dan is here to ramble, unscripted, for 5 minutes about some of the titles he loves on the Arrow streaming platform.
Next time Sam and Dan will actually be discussing 80's sci-fi comedy My Step Mother is an Alien!
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2022-06-0605 minArrow Video Podcast124 - Red AngelThe hArrow Video Podcast is back as Sam and Dan dive headlong into the utter misery of war, discussing Yasuzo Masumura's deeply harrowing masterpiece: Red Angel.
Spoiler level: 1/5
For their cinematic pairings, Sam and Dan also recommend films such as Breaking the Waves and Johnny Got His Gun, plus also talk about films they've seen recently including Lone Wolf Isazo and Inframan.
Next time Sam and Dan will be discussing Kenneth Branagh's 1994 adaptation of Frankenstien.
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2022-03-2832 min
Arrow Life PodcastArrow Life Podcast IntroductionA few thoughts about why I decided to do this podcast and what I envision it to be.
2022-02-1505 min
Arrow Video Podcast119 - Shaw pt1 - Crippled AvengersIn the first of a two part special series, Sam and Dan crack open the amazing Shaw Brothers box set (Vol. 1!!!) and this episode cover Crippled Avengers, aka The Return of the Five Deadly Venoms.
Spoiler level: 1/5
For their cinematic pairings, Sam and Dan also recommend films such as Two Crippled Heroes and One Armed Swordsman, plus also talk about recent films they've seen including To Be or Not to Be and Sand Trap.
Next time, Dan and Sam will be staying in the world of Shaw, talking about Liu Chia-Liang’s Dirty Ho.
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2022-01-1746 minArrow Video Podcast118 - Top Films of 2021 Part 2Happy new year!
Sam and Dan complete the countdown of their Top Ten Films of 2021 from number 5 down to number 1!
No spoilers here!!
The Arrow Video Podcast with Sam & Dan will be back with the first of two episodes dedicated to the new Shaw Brothers box set in two week's time.
Let us know your thoughts. What are your top films and releases of the year? Email the Arrow Video Podcast hosts with any comments, suggestions or questions at arrowvideopodcast@arrowfilms.co.uk
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2022-01-0341 min
Arrow Video Podcast117 - Top Films of 2021 Part 1This episode, Sam and Dan begin the countdown of their Top Ten Films of the Year from number ten down to number six, including mentions for the likes of Raging Rire, Psycho Goreman and Arrow Video's Hotel Poseidon.
A happy holiday break to all our listeners. The Arrow Video Podcast with Sam & Dan will be back with Top Films of 2020 Part 2 in two week's time.
Let us know your thoughts. What are your top films and releases of the year? Email the Arrow Video Podcast hosts with any comments, suggestions or questions at arrowvideopodcast@arrowfilms.co.uk
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2021-12-2034 min
Arrow Video Podcast114 - DuneA place beyond your dreams. A movie beyond your imagination. Sam and Dan discuss David Lynch's oft maligned, sci-fi epic, Dune.
Spoiler level: 2/5
For their cinematic pairings, Sam and Dan also recommend films such as Fantastic Planet and Star Wars, plus also talk about recent films they've seen including Ninja 3 and Don"t Breathe 2.
Next time, Dan and Sam will be discussing David Nelson's cult slasher, Death Screams!
Order the Blu Ray version here:
https://www.arrowfilms.com/blu-ray/death-screams-limited-edition/13170500.html
Or here:
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Or stream online, here:
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2021-11-0846 minArrow Video Podcast112 - Blind BeastJoin Sam and Dan as they celebrate a whole new genre of art in this fortnight's episode where they discuss Yasuzo Masumura's Blind Beast.
Spoiler level: 1/5
For their cinematic pairings, Sam and Dan also recommend films such as Femina Ridens and William Wyler's The Collector, plus also talk about recent films they've seen including They Have Changed Thier Face and Robotrix.
Next time, Dan and Sam will be discussing the media-changing classic, Battle Royale.
Pre order the 4K version here:
https://www.arrowfilms.com/blu-ray/battle-royale-4k-ultra-hd/13278475.html
(Blu Ray version also available)
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2021-10-1132 min
Arrow Video Podcast111 - True RomanceAfter I see a movie, I like to go get a piece of pie and talk about it. Join Sam and Dan (sadly sans pie) as they discuss the early carreer classic from Quentin Tarantino: True Romance.
Spoiler level: 5/5
For their cinematic pairings, Sam and Dan also recommend films such as Miike's First Love and My Best Friend's Birthday, plus also talk about recent films they've seen including Knock On Any Door and Someone To Watch Over Me.
Next time, Dan and Sam will be discussing the underseen, 1969 erogoro classic, Blind Beast.
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2021-09-271h 07
Arrow Video Podcast109 - DaimajinPreviously unavailable in the UK, Sam and Dan discuss the Edo period, Kaiju wonder that is Daimajin!
Spoiler level: 1/5
For their cinematic pairings, Sam and Dan also recommend films such as Pulgasari and Tale of Zatoichi , plus also talk about recent films they've seen including Savage and Snow White: A Tale of Terror.
Next time, Dan and Sam will be discussing Kurt Kobain's favourite film, Over the Edge.
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or here:
https://www.zavvi.com/blu-ray/over-the-edge/12898286.html
Or watch it on the Arrow app here:
http://www.arrow-player.com...
2021-08-3041 min
Arrow Video Podcast108 - To Live and Die in L.A.Art meets crime and duty meets vengence this go around: Sam and Dan discuss an underseen, pitch black cop action thriller- it's William Friedkin's To Live and Die in L.A.!
Spoiler level: 1/5
For their cinematic pairings, Sam and Dan also recommend films such as Killer Joe and all films from 1987 (sorry, Nik), plus also talk about recent films they've seen including Await Further Instructions and Night Moves.
Next time, Dan and Sam will be discussing the brooding period Kaju movie, Daimajin.
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2021-08-161h 11Arrow Video Podcast106 - Brute ForceLights out! This go around Sam and Dan discuss Jules Dassin's prison noir classic, Brute Force and it's box-set companion, The Naked City!
Spoiler level: 1/5
For their cinematic pairings, Sam and Dan also recommend films such as Night in the City and Scum, plus also talk about recent films they've seen including Day of the Dolphin and Tammy and the T Rex.
Next time, Dan and Sam will be discussing Takashi Mike's neo-Yakuza Black Triad trilogy with particular focus on Rainy Dog (the second film in the box set).
Watch it here on arrow video player:
http://www.arrow-player.com...
2021-07-1959 min
Arrow Video Podcast105 - Burst CityNow is the time to abandon the darkness and explode with this city!
This go around Sam and Dan discuss Sogo Ishii's explosive, J-Punk classic, Burst City!
Spoiler level: 2/5
For their cinematic pairings, Sam and Dan also recommend films such as Electric Dragon 80,000 Volts and Death Powder, plus they also talk about recent films they've seen including When the Wind Blows and Blowout.
Next time, Dan and Sam will be discussing Jules Dassin's pitch black prison noir, Brute Force.
Watch it here on arrow video player:
http://www.arrow-player.com/videos/brute-force
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2021-07-0241 min
Arrow Video Podcast104 - Switchblade SistersLockup your sons, the Jezebels are here! This go around Sam and Dan discuss Jack Hill's girl-gang classic, Switchblade Sisters!
Spoiler level: 3/5
For their cinematic pairings, Sam and Dan also recommend films such as THE VIOLENT YEARS and SHE DEVILS ON WHEELS, plus also talk about recent films they've seen including EFFECTS and ANGST.
Next time, Dan and Sam will be discussing Sogo Ishii's Seminal, Japanese Punk actioner, BURST CITY.
Watch it here on arrow video player:
http://www.arrow-player.com/videos/burst-city
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https://arrowfilms.com/product-detail/burst-city-blu-ray/FCD2071
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2021-06-2147 min
Arrow Video Podcast103 - ContaminationAll aboard the Caribbean Lady, but don't drink the coffee! This go around Sam and Dan discuss Luigi Cozzi's trash classic, Contamination!
Spoiler level: 3/5
For their cinematic pairings, Sam and Dan also recommend films such as GREAT WHITE and SHIVERS, plus also talk about recent films they've seen including LAKE MUNGO and STRAY DOGS.
Next time, Dan and Sam will be discussing Jack Hill's 1975 girl-gang classic, Switchblade Sisters.
Watch it here on arrow video player:
http://www.arrow-player.com/videos/switchblade-sisters
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2021-06-0749 min
Arrow Video Podcast102 - SartanaIF YOU MEET SARTANA… PRAY FOR YOUR DEATH.
This week Sam Ashurst and Dan Martin discuss the podcast’s first ever western and double crossing abounds with the titular, cloak sporting anti-hero in Gianfranco “Frank Kramer” Parolini’s bloody tale.
Themed recommendations include The Good, The Bad and The Ugly and The Hunting Party; whilst Dan and Sam also talk about recent films seen including The Spy Who Came In From the Cold and Human Bullet.
Next Time: Luigi Cozzi’s Contamination.
Email the Arrow Video Podcast hosts for any comments, suggestions or questions at arrowvideopodcast@arrowfilms.co.uk.
2021-05-2439 min
Arrow Video Podcast101 - Invasion Of The Body SnatchersWatch out! This week, Sam and Dan take on a full dose of paranoia with Philip Kaufman’s brilliant 1978 update of the 1956 classic INVASION OF THE BODY SNATCHERS. They get you while you're sleeping!
Recommendations this week also include PARENTS and John Carpenter's THEY LIVE, plus recent films seen such as RED SPECTACLES and Arrow Academy's EIGHT HOURS A DAY.
Email the Arrow Video Podcast hosts for any comments, suggestions or questions at arrowvideopodcast@arrowfilms.co.uk
2021-05-1054 minArrow Video Podcast100 - Brain DamageWelcome to the landmark 100th Episode of the Arrow Video podcast! For this landmark episode, Sam and Dan pick one of their favourite films from the Arrow Video library - Frank Henenlotter's BRAIN DAMAGE.
Recommendations this week also include BAD BIOLOGY and STREET TRASH and recent film viewings including THE ABOMINABLE DR PHIBES.
Email the Arrow Video Podcast hosts for any comments, suggestions or questions at arrowvideopodcast@arrowfilms.co.uk
2021-04-261h 00Arrow Video Podcast099 - Demons 1 & 2Pick up your ticket for the Metropol and settle back in your seats as Sam and Dan discuss the recent Arrow UHD release of Lamberto Bava's DEMONS 1 & 2
On a similar theme, Sam and Dan also recommend films such as STAGE FRIGHT and FROM DUSK TIL DAWN, plus also talk about recent films they've seen including FAIL SAFE and ANGEL'S EGG.
Stay tuned for Episode 100 in two weeks time, when Sam and Dan will be taking a look at Frank Henenlotter's BRAIN DAMAGE.
Email the Arrow Video Podcast hosts for any comments, suggestions or questions at arrowvideopodcast@arrowfilms.co.uk
2021-04-1254 minArrow Video Podcast098 - Southland TalesLove it or hate it, there's no doubting that Richard Kelly's SOUTHLAND TALES is full of ambition. With a fantastic cast including Dwayne Johnson and Sarah Michelle Gellar, Sam loves it, but what will Dan think?
Recommendations on a similar theme include Arrow Video's MIRACLE MILE and UNDER THE SILVER LAKE, whilst Sam talks about the new JUSTICE LEAGUE, amongst others, in recent film viewing recommendations.
Email the Arrow Video Podcast hosts for any comments, suggestions or questions at arrowvideopodcast@arrowfilms.co.uk
2021-03-291h 06Arrow Video Podcast096 - ThiefThis week, Sam and Dan check out the Arrow Video release of THIEF, Michael Mann's stunning Neo-noir crime thriller from 1981 starring James Caan and Jim Belushi.
Recommendations on a similar theme include Kinji Fukasaku's TRIPLE CROSS and HEAT, plus also recently-seen films including Sam Raimi's CRIMEWAVE.
Email the Arrow Video Podcast hosts for any comments, suggestions or questions at arrowvideopodcast@arrowfilms.co.uk
2021-03-011h 00Arrow Video Podcast095 - RECIt's a found-footage episode this week as Sam and Dan take a look Arrow's recent release of [REC], the 2007 Spanish film that rebooted the genre and spawned a franchise.
It's a packed Extra Features too as Dan talks to the revered monster actor Javier Botet, whilst Sam sits down to speak with the film's directors, Jaume Balagueró and Paco Plaza. Recommended films this week include THE LAST HORROR MOVIE and recent Arrow Video releases THE EL DUCE TAPES and SOUTHLAND TALES.
Email the Arrow Video Podcast hosts for any comments, suggestions or questions at arrowvideopodcast@arrowfilms.co.uk
2021-02-151h 20Arrow Video Podcast094 - Sting Of DeathTake a trip to the Florida Everglades with Sam and Dan this week as they take a look at classic deadly jellyfish flick STING OF DEATH from Arrow Video's boxset release HE CAME FROM THE SWAMP: THE WILLIAM GREFÉ COLLECTION.
Recommended films this week include I EAT YOUR SKIN and Norman J Warren's BLOODY TERROR, please recent viewings including Alex Huston Fischer and Eleanor Wilson's sci-fi comedy SAVE YOURSELVES.
Email the Arrow Video Podcast hosts for any comments, suggestions or questions at arrowvideopodcast@arrowfilms.co.uk
2021-02-0159 minArrow Video Podcast093 - CrashDavid Cronenberg takes centre stage this week as Sam and Dan take a dark and dangerous cruise through Arrow Video's recent 4k UHD release of CRASH, his 1996 adaptation of J. G. Ballard's transgressive novel.
Sam and Dan also discuss films with similar themes such as THE NIGHT PORTER and COSMOPOLIS, plus recent film viewings including Eureka's release of THE DON IS DEAD.
Email the Arrow Video Podcast hosts for any comments, suggestions or questions at arrowvideopodcast@arrowfilms.co.uk
2021-01-1858 minArrow Video Podcast092 - Top Films of 2020 Part 2Happy New Year! 2020 is now officially behind us. Well, almost, as Sam and Dan countdown from five to one in this second part of their Top Films of 2020 special, including the likes of SAINT MAUD, THE HUNT and BACURAU.
Extra Features includes Sam and Dan's Top Arrow releases and also an interview with Jill Gevargizian, director of THE STYLIST about her film and the its upcoming release on ARROW in March this year.
Let us know your thoughts. What are your top films and releases of the year? Email the Arrow Video Podcast hosts for any comments, suggestions or questions...
2021-01-041h 06Arrow Video Podcast091 - Top Films of 2020 Part 1Hindsight is literally 2020 in this episode as Sam and Dan countdown their Top Ten Films of the Year from number ten down to number six, including mentions for the likes of THE INVISIBLE MAN, BACURAU and Arrow Video's HARPOON.
Also, rather appropriately in the Extra Features section, Sam and Dan list their Top Five Arrow Extras Features from releases this year.
A happy holiday break to all our listeners. The Arrow Video Podcast with Sam & Dan will be back with Top Films of 2020 Part 2 on January 4 2021.
Let us know your thoughts. What are your top films and releases of the...
2020-12-211h 00Arrow Video Podcast089 - Being John MalkovichEnter the 7 1/2th Floor this week as Sam and Dan take on Spike Jonze's BEING JOHN MALKOVICH (1999), the unforgettably bizarre comic fantasia released on the ARROW ACADEMY label.
Recommendations include Kathtryn Bigelow's STRANGE DAYS an Tim Mielant's PATRICK, whilst Extra Features includes an exclusive interview with POSSESSOR director Brandon Cronenberg ahead of the UK release of his film this week.
Email the Arrow Video Podcast hosts for any comments, suggestions or questions at arrowvideopodcast@arrowfilms.co.uk.
2020-11-2358 minArrow Video Podcast088 - The Holy MountainAn extra-long episode this week as Sam and Dan delve into the Arrow Video ALEJANDRO JODOROWSKY boxset, with a particular look at the cult epic THE HOLY MOUNTAIN and its recent controversy.
Recommendations cover a wide spectrum from I WILL WALK LIKE A CRAZY HORSE and THE LAST MOVIE, whilst Extra Features includes four exclusive interviews.
Dan talks to Stephen Scalata about producing the documentary JODOROWSKYS DUNE and also Turner Prize winning artist Tai Shani about separating art from the artist. Meanwhile Sam interviews director Jennifer Sheridan about her upcoming film ROSE, and also Natalia Meta, director of THE INTRUDER.
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2020-11-092h 13Arrow Video Podcast087 - MallratsThey're not there to shop. They're not there to work. They're just there. This week Sam and Dan look at the US Arrow Video 25th Anniversary release of Kevin Smith's MALLRATS.
Recommendations this week include DAWN OF THE DEAD, Pineapple Express and recent film viewings including STONE COLD and FIVE EASY PIECES.
To watch the Arrow Video Livestream Q&A with Kevin Smith, visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HNRungDiaLg&t=1797s
Email the Arrow Video Podcast hosts for any comments, suggestions or questions at arrowvideopodcast@arrowfilms.co.uk.
2020-10-261h 09Arrow Video Podcast086 - Gamera: Guardian of the UniverseGiant monster fans rejoice - it's a kaiji delight this week as Sam and Dan delve into Arrow's recent sold out GAMERA boxset, with a particular focus on GAMERA: GUARDIAN OF THE UNIVERSE (1995), the first film from the renowned Heisei trilogy.
Recommendations include MATANGO (1965) and THE MIGHTY PEKING MAN (1977) and in Extra Features, Sam talks at length to actor Richard Brake (31, Mandy) about his career and his new film THE DARE.
Email the Arrow Video Podcast hosts for any comments, suggestions or questions at arrowvideopodcast@arrowfilms.co.uk.
2020-10-121h 31Arrow Video Podcast085 - Pitch BlackStay out of the dark, as this week Sam and Dan take a look at Arrow Video's recent 4k restoration of David Twohy's nerve shedding sci-fi creature feature PITCH BLACK, starring an early career Vin Diesel and Radha Mitchell.
Other similar-themed film recommendations include DREDD and FORTRESS whilst Dan and Sam also talk about recent films seen including the Bill Drummond documentary BEST BEFORE DEATH.
Next Week: GAMERA
Email the Arrow Video Podcast hosts for any comments, suggestions or questions at arrowvideopodcast@arrowfilms.co.uk.
2020-09-281h 31Arrow Video Podcast084 - Withnail And IPerhaps the finest cult film known to humanity, this week Sam and Dan dive into Arrow Video's release of WITHNAIL & I, Bruce Robinson's endlessly quotable and fondly loved British comedy starring Richard E. Grant, Paul McGann, Richard Griffiths and Ralph Brown.
Other film recommendations of a similar vein this week include LOST WEEKEND and GUEST PARADISO, plus reviews of recently-seen films including VIVARIUM. NB: Apologies for a slight technical hitch with Sam's microphone towards the end of the episode.
Next Week: PITCH BLACK
Email the Arrow Video Podcast hosts for any comments, suggestions or questions at arrowvideopodcast@arrowfilms.co.uk.
2020-09-141h 05
Arrow Video Podcast083 - The GameSam and Dan take on David Fincher this week as they take a break from Arrow Video to look at the recent Limited Edition Arrow Academy release of THE GAME, Fincher's pulse-pounding paranoiac puzzle made between SE7EN and FIGHT CLUB.
Other film recommendations this week include ARLINGTON ROAD and SHUTTER ISLAND, plus in Extra Features, Sam talks to Mercedes Kilmer, star of PAYDIRT, and also director Sally Potter about her upcoming film THE ROADS NOT TAKEN.
Next Week: WITHNAIL & I
Email the Arrow Video Podcast hosts for any comments, suggestions or questions at arrowvideopodcast@arrowfilms.co.uk.
2020-08-311h 18Arrow Video Podcast082 - Blood TideTerror strikes this week in BLOOD TIDE (1982) as Sam and Dan join James Earl Jones, Lila Kedrova and José Ferrer in wild tale of sea monsters, sacrificial virgins and beachside aerobics.
Other film recommendations this week include SCARECROWS and BEDEVILLED, plus in Extra Features, Sam talks to Amy Seimetz, director of SHE DIES TOMORROW, which releases in the UK on August 28.
Next Week: THE GAME
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2020-08-1751 minArrow Video Podcast081 - Sweet Smell Of SuccessTaking a break from Arrow Video, Sam and Dan reach for a guest Blu-ray release from the Arrow Academy label with the truly classic SWEET SMELL OF SUCCESS (1957), starring Tony Curtis and Burt Lancaster.
Other film recommendations this week include THE LIST OF ADRIAN MESSENGER and THE FRENCH CONNECTION, and recommendations for Arrow Video FrightFest Digital Edition such as 12 HOUR SHIFT and CLAPBOARD JUNGLE.
Next Week: BLOOD TIDE
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2020-08-031h 18Arrow Video Podcast080 - Dream DemonThis week, Sam and Dan tackle DREAM DEMON - a terrific blend of psychological horror and late 80s practical gore effects featuring Jimmy Nail and Timothy Spall. Long dormant on home media since its original VHS release, Arrow Video's recent Blu-ray release shows the film in a newly-restored version from the original camera negative and in a brand new Director’s Cut.
Other film recommendations this week include such films as POLTERGEIST 3, LABYRINTH and Sidney Lumet's Q & A.
Next Week: THE SWEET SMELL OF SUCCESS
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2020-07-2037 minArrow Video Podcast079 - White FireThis week Sam and Dan tackle the infamous exploitation epic WHITE FIRE starring Robert Ginty and Fred Williamson, a so-bad-it's-good action 80s film about the legendary ‘White Fire’ diamond — a priceless rock so hot it actually burns those who try to lay their hands on it!
Other film recommendations this week include such films as DEADLY PREY, TIGER ON THE BEAT and THE INFORMANT.
Next Week: DREAM DEMON
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2020-07-0655 minArrow Video Podcast078 - The WomanHell hath no fury like THE WOMAN scorned, as Sam and Dan find out this week when thy dip into Arrow's Limited Edition release of Lucky Mckee's genre classic from 2011.
Sam and Dan also discuss films including I SPIT ON YOUR GRAVE and THE HILLS HAVE EYES (2006) and also recent film viewing including EMPATHY, INC. Plus there is also a special extra feature with an interview with The Woman herself, Pollyanna McIntosh who talks about her own sequel, DARLIN'.
Next Week: WHITE FIRE
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2020-06-221h 13Arrow Video Podcast077 - The Third MurderA break from the norm this week as Sam and Dan take on their first Arrow Academy release for the podcast - Hirokazu Koreeda's courtroom drama masterpiece from 2017, THE THIRD MURDER.
Recommended films this week for a similar theme include DEATH BY HANGING, and Koreeda's earlier film AFTER LIFE, whilst Sam and Dan also discuss their recent film viewings including OUR DAY WILL COME and DJANGO UNCHAINED.
Next Week: THE WOMAN
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2020-06-0848 minArrow Video Podcast076 - The Long Good FridayTake a step into Harold's manor as Sam and Dan catch up on Arrow's release of THE LONG GOOD FRIDAY, the classic 1980 British gangster film starring Bob Hoskins and Helen Mirren.
Recommended films this week include VICTIM, GOODFELLAS and a 'non-recommendation recommendation' for Umberto Lenzi's GANG WAR IN MILAN.
Next Week: THE THIRD MURDER
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2020-05-251h 02Arrow Video Podcast075 - RoninBuckle up as this week Sam and Dan take the streets of France with Arrow Video's Blu-ray release of John Frankenheimer's 1998 action thriller RONIN.
Recommended films this week include the recent (LITTLE MONSTERS), a genuine classic (HEAT) and the obscure (GINSENG KING).
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2020-05-111h 05Arrow Video Podcast073 - Howling IISam and Dan venture into the world of 'so-bad-it's-good' this week with Arrow's release of the insane sequel send-up, HOWLING II, plus also speak to Scott Wheeler, one of the special make-up effects artists from the film in Extra Features.
Related film recommendations this week include GREMLINS 2 and SPOOKIES, whilst recently watched films include OASIS OF FEAR and Arrow Video's own recent release of KOLOBOS.
Email the Arrow Video Podcast hosts for any comments, suggestions or questions at arrowvideopodcast@arrowfilms.co.uk.
2020-04-131h 02Arrow Video Podcast072 - SistersWe may all be in lockdown, but the Arrow Video Podcast continues as this week Sam and Dan remotely discuss Brian de Palma's SISTERS from 1972.
This week's other recommendations include the likes of BASKET CASE and THROUGH A GLASS DARKLY, whilst Dan also takes the opportunity during self-isolation to catch up with THE HUMAN CONDITION.
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2020-03-301h 00Arrow Video Podcast070 - Daniel Isn't RealThis week, Sam and Dan find out what happens when your imaginary friend turns out to be real with Arrow Video's release of horror hit DANIEL ISN'T REAL, starring Miles Robbins, Patrick Schwarzenegger and Sasha Lane.
Similar themed recommendations this week include BLOCKERS and DROP DEAD FRED, plus we catch up with recent Sam and Dan screenings of films such as BLACK LIZARD and UNDER THE SHADOW.
Email the Arrow Video Podcast hosts for any comments, suggestions or questions at arrowvideopodcast@arrowfilms.co.uk.
2020-03-0238 min
Arrow Video Podcast067 - OldboyThis week Sam and Dan talk about perhaps one of the best revenge thrillers of our time, OLDBOY, and also look in-depth at the wealth of extras on the recent Arrow Video release.
Recommendations this week include recent Asian releases such as PARASITE and BURNING and recent viewings including SILENCES and THE FIVE OBSTRUCTIONS. .
Email the Arrow Video Podcast hosts for any comments, suggestions or questions at arrowvideopodcast@arrowfilms.co.uk, and don't forget to vote for Dan Martin in the 2020 Fangoria Chainsaw Awards at https://shop.cinestate.com/pages/chainsawawards
2020-01-201h 05
Arrow Video Podcast065 - Top Films of 2019Happy Holidays! It's been a fantastic year for film and this week Sam and Dan look back over the year and pick their top tens, including the likes of ANIARA, GREENER GRASS, DEATH OF A VLOGGER and COME TO DADDY.
Also in Extra Features, our hosts take a look back at the whole decade, and compile their Top Ten of the last ten years, plus special guest appearances from the likes of Charlie Steeds, Mark Jenkin and Jack McHenry.
A big thank you to all our listeners this year. The Arrow Video Podcast with Sam & Dan will be back, to...
2019-12-231h 44
Arrow Video Podcast064 - RobocopPart Man. Part Machine. All Podcast. This week Sam and Dan discuss the pulp masterpiece that is Arrow Video's release of Paul Verhoeven's ROBOCOP.
Following the same theme, Sam and Dan also recommend titles such as the upcoming documentary on Phil Tippet, MAD DREAMS AND MONSTERS and STARSHIP TROOPERS, plus recent film viewings include Arrow's release of Swedish SciFi epic ANIARA and THE BEING at Edinburgh Zombie Club.
Email the Arrow Video Podcast hosts for any comments, suggestions or questions at arrowvideopodcast@arrowfilms.co.uk
2019-12-091h 20
Arrow Video Podcast063 - NightbreedTake a trip down Midian lane with Sam and Dan this week as they take a look at Arrow's recent release of Clive Barker's NIGHTBREED, one of Sam's favourite films.
Other film recommendations along the same theme include HELLRAISER INFERNO and LORD OF ILLUSIONS, plus Sam and Dan's recent viewings include the likes of NIGHT BEAST and a look at Criterion's GODZILLA box set.
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2019-11-2551 min
Arrow Video Podcast062 - An American Werewolf in LondonBeware the moon! This week Sam and Dan take a look at Arrow Video's Limited Edition release of John Landis' horror comedy classic - AN AMERICAN WEREWOLF IN LONDON.
Naturally, this week's recommendations have a werewolf theme with the likes of COMPANY OF WOLVES and WEREWOLVES ON WHEELS, whilst Sam and Dan also talk about recent viewings including THE NEW CENTURIONS and TV'S SUCCESSION.
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2019-11-1156 min
Arrow Video Podcast061 - Lords of ChaosHails! This week the LORDS OF CHAOS reign, as the Arrow Video Podcast delves into the world of Black Metal, Satanism and Church burning through Jonas Åkerlund's eye in his recent film starring Rory Culkin.
Other films recommended include Jonas' debut feature SPUN and Penelope Spheeris' THE DECLINE OF THE WESTERN CIVILISATION, plus recently seen films such as FORTY GUNS and Bong Joon Ho's eagerly-anticipated PARASITE.
This Podcast was brought to you by Sam and Dan, and is Based on Truth and Lies.
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2019-10-2853 min
Arrow Video Podcast059 - The ChildThis week, Sam and Dan play 'Hide and Go Kill' as they watch and discuss 1977's THE CHILD, released earlier this year as part of Arrow Video's boxset, AMERICAN HORROR PROJECT: VOLUME 2.
If you like THE CHILD, Sam and Dan recommend similar films such as BURIAL GROUND and THE BAD SEED, and also discuss recent films they've seen including the likes of VHS FOREVER? ONCE UPON A TIME IN CAMDEN and EASTERN CONDORS.
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2019-09-3035 min
Arrow Video Podcast058 - Deadbeat at DawnThis week, Sam and Dan dangerously tread gang war turf, with Jim Van Bebber's fiercely independent and ferociously violent cult film from 1988: DEADBEAT AT DAWN.
Elsewhere, Sam and Dan recommend similar films including COMBAT SHOCK and MAINLINE RUN, and also talk about their recent film viewing, taking in the likes of Arrow Academy's THE BIG CLOCK and 88 Films' POPCORN.
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2019-09-1650 minArrow Video Podcast057 - Arrow Video FrightFest LiveJoin Sam and Dan and a wealth of guests for this special 'live' Podcast recording from Arrow Video FrightFest 2019.
Featuring on the episode are Ant Timpson (director of COME TO DADDY), Abigail Blackmore (director of TALES FROM THE LODGE), Rob Grant (director of upcoming Arrow Video release HARPOON), Charlie Steeds (director of THE BARGE PEOPLE) and Heather Buckley (producer of THE RANGER and BLOOD & FLESH: THE REEL LIFE AND GHASTLY DEATH OF AL ADAMSON).
This episode was recorded Live at London's Prince Charles Cinema on Saturday August 24 as part of Arrow Video FrightFest 2019.
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2019-09-021h 15
Arrow Video Podcast055 - Arrow Video FrightFest PreviewWith London's Arrow Video FrightFest just around the corner, this week's episode sees Sam and Dan break from the usual format to instead discuss their upcoming festival picks and films they're most looking forward to (including Arrow titles HARPOON and DANIEL ISN'T REAL).
Dan also chats to Abner Pastoll, director of the Arrow Video FrightFest closing film, A GOOD WOMAN IS HARD TO FIND.
Arrow Video FrightFest takes place at London's Cineworld Leicester Square from August 22-26. Visit www.frightfest.co.uk for weekend, day and single film tickets.
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2019-08-0542 min
Arrow Video Podcast054 - Burnt OfferingsThis week, Sam and Dan discuss Arrow Video's release of BURNT OFFERINGS, the 1976 haunted house film starring Oliver Reed, Karen Black, Burgess Meredith and Bette Davis.
Elsewhere they discuss recommended films including DEAD RINGER and HOUSE OF THE DEVIL, plus recent films they've watched including STUNT SQUAD and STUDIO 54. Plus, Extra Features includes a fantastic interview with magician Simon Drake who talks about his experiences working alongside the legendary Oliver Reed.
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2019-07-2253 min
Arrow Video Podcast053 - The SenderIf you're having bad dreams, then sit back and listen to our latest episode as Sam and Dan cover Arrow Video's recent release of Roger Christian's THE SENDER - Tarantino's favourite horror film from 1982.
Other film recommendations include THE NINTH CONFIGURATION, DON'T LOOK BACK and the recent theatrical release of Ari Aster's MIDSOMMAR.
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2019-07-0839 min
Arrow Video Podcast052 - Dressed to KillSam returns! Yes, Sam is back on the Arrow Video Podcast for this 52nd episode, joining Dan for a look, and a friendly argument or two, at Arrow Video's release of Brian De Palma's DRESSED TO KILL.
Recommendations based on the main film this week include THE LAST DETAIL and MANIAC, whilst Sam and Dan also talk about films they've seen lately including BLUE COLLAR and a preview of George Clooney's TV Show CATCH 22. Welcome back Sam!
Email the Arrow Video Podcast hosts for any comments, suggestions or questions at anyoldnonsense@arrowfilms.co.uk
2019-06-2446 min
Arrow Video Podcast051 - Arrow Insiders 5 - Nora MehenniOur Arrow Insiders series continues this week as Dan sits down with Nora Mehenni, Arrow's Production and Assets Manager / QC Supervisor about Arrow's gargantuan releases of the HG LEWIS SHOCK AND GORE and FEAST sets, including TWO THOUSAND MANIACS and BLOOD FEAST.
Similar film-themed recommendations include BURNT OFFERINGS and BEAKS whilst the two also chat about recent and upcoming genre festival hits such as LUZ and GREENER GRASS.
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2019-06-1055 min
Arrow Video Podcast050 - Arrow Insiders 4 - James BlackfordThis weeks sees a Giallo special as Dan Martin talks about the evolution of Arrow's release of THE IGUANA WITH THE TONGUE OF FIRE with Arrow's Senior Producer and Head of Vinyl, James Blackford.
James ignores traditional recommendation limits and talks about a range of recommended films, including DELIRIUM, IN THE FOLDS OF THE FLESH, whilst Dan continues his quest to see Asian films old and new with recommendations for SHADOW and THE BELLS OF DEATH.
Email the Arrow Video Podcast team for any comments, suggestions or questions at arrowvideopodcast@arrowfilms.co.uk
2019-05-2752 min
Arrow Video Podcast049 - Arrow Insiders 3 - Louise BucklerArrow Video's Marketing & Events Manager and Social Media guru, Louise Buckler, joins Dan Martin in the latest Arrow Insiders mini-series update as they take a look at recent Arrow Video release HORRORS OF MALFORMED MEN.
Related film recommendations include BLIND BEAST and Takeshi Miike's IMPRINT, whilst the two also discuss recent films they've seen including BLUE VENGEANCE and PIGS.
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2019-05-1348 min
Arrow Video Podcast048 - Arrow Insiders 2 - Kevin LambertContinuing our Arrow Video Insiders sub-series, this week Dan Martin chats to Arrow's Head of Catalogue, Kevin Lambert, about acquiring some of Arrow's catalogue releases, including Guillermo del Toro's CRIMSON PEAK.
Dan and Kevin also discuss film recommendations such as THE FALL OF THE HOUSE OF USER and THE LAST CIRCUS, plus recent films such as Jordan Peele's US and BAD TIMES AT THE EL ROYALE.
Email the Arrow Video Podcast team for any comments, suggestions or questions at arrowvideopodcast@arrowfilms.co.uk
2019-04-2957 min
Arrow Video Podcast047 - Arrow Insiders 1 - Mike HewittAs Sam takes a short break, a new sub-series of Arrow Insiders begins as Dan sits down with the Head of Marketing (and editor of the podcast) of Arrow Films, Mike Hewitt to chat about finding and acquiring new genre films and how Arrow looks at marketing their release.
Dan and Mike also discuss film recommendations such as GOOD VIBRATIONS and BAD NEWS, plus recent films such as FREE SOLO and RETURN TO RETURN TO NUKE'EM HIGH.
Email the Arrow Video Podcast team for any comments, suggestions or questions at arrowvideopodcast@arrowfilms.co.uk
2019-04-151h 02
Arrow Video Podcast046 - RingTo celebrate Arrow Video's recent release of Ring (not Ringu), this week Sam and Dan delve into Video Nakata's 1998 classic that launched the J-horror boom in the West.
Film recommendations this week include CHAOS and KWAIDAN, whilst recent viewings include ELMER GANTRY and MURPHY'S WAR. Plus, Dan reveals an exclusive clip from an interview with RICHARD STANLEY, recorded literally five minutes after the wrap of his latest film, COLOR OUT OF SPACE.
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2019-04-0146 min
Arrow Video Podcast044 - Jonas Akerlund, Lords of ChaosAhead of Arrow's UK cinema release of LORDS OF CHAOS on March 29, this week's episode features an extended interview by Dan Martin (who also created the film's visual effects) with the film's director Jonas Akerlund.
Elsewhere, Sam and Dan discuss recent recommendations including FOREIGN EXCHANGE and NEVER HERE, whilst Sam interviews the filmmaking team behind BORDER, the Scandinavian fantasy drama in UK cinemas March 8.
Email the Arrow Video Podcast hosts for any comments, suggestions or questions at arrowvideopodcast@arrowfilms.co.uk
2019-03-0443 min
Arrow Video Podcast043 - WaterworldThis week, Sam and Dan get their feet wet as they take a plunge into Arrow's recent Limited Edition release of WATERWORLD, complete with restored Ulysses Cut.
Recommendations based on this week's film include NO ESCAPE and MAD MAX CHROME EDITION, whilst Sam and Dan also discuss recently seen films such as BORDER and Arrow Academy's THE POSSESSED.
(Apologies for minor technical glitches in the recording of this episode which has resulted in an occasional mic drop out).
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2019-02-1835 min
Arrow Video Podcast042 - Elvira: Mistress of the DarkElvira plays Elvira in this week's film as Sam and Dan flight with the recent Arrow Video release of ELVIRA: MISTRESS OF THE DARK.
Similar recommendations include CAST A DEADLY SPELL and a couple of John Waters films, whilst Sam and Dan also discuss recent films they've watching including 1911's L'INFERNO through to 2015's WELCOME TO LEITH.
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2019-02-0433 min
Arrow Video Podcast040 - The BabyAll relationships get strained with the arrival of a new-born, and it's no different for Sam and Dan as this week they bicker over The Baby - Arrow recent release of one of the most bizarre horror films ever made.
In Extra Features, our hosts recommend similar films including QUEENS OF EVIL and MUMSY, NANNY, SONNY & GIRLY, and talk through recent films they've seen such as SEYTAN and BLOODFEST.
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2019-01-0744 min
Arrow Video Podcast039 - Top Films of 2018Happy Holidays! It's the end of year podcast and Sam and Dan look back on a great year and each run down their Top Ten Films of 2018 which includes the likes of COLD WAR, UPGRADE, MANDY and CLIMAX.
Also in Extra Features, our hosts take a look back at Arrow Video's slate and pick their Top Three releases of the year. NB: Apologies for some some small mic drop-outs during this section.
A big thank you to all our listeners this year. The Arrow Video Podcast with Sam & Dan will be back, to its more regular format, early in the...
2018-12-241h 10
Arrow Video Podcast036 - CandymanBe our victim - as this week Sam and Dan discuss Arrow's recent deluxe release of Bernard Rose's classic 90s horror, CANDYMAN. We dare you to listen five times...
This week's recommendations include the likes of PAPERHOUSE, THE SKELETON KEY and a plea to Arrow to hunt out the best version of CUT AND RUN.
Extra features include two interviews, one with Heather Buckley, who alongside producing the recent film THE RANGER, also produced a number of features for the CANDYMAN release including the interview with Clive Barker, whilst Dan talks to his friend Will about the architecture in the...
2018-11-121h 08
Arrow Video Podcast035 - Twelve MonkeysThe Future is History, as this week Sam and Dan take a look at Arrow's recent restored release of Terry Gilliam's TWELVE MONKEYS from 1995.
Recommendations this week include CITY OF THE LOST CHILDREN, THE FORBIDDEN CHRIST and Dan's reactions to the London Film Festival Premiere of LORDS OF CHAOS, for which his prosthetics work caused several reported faintings.
Following a LORDS OF CHAOS theme, Extra Features see Dan sit down with the film's director, Jonas Ackerlund, for a brief chat about the film's music.
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2018-10-2952 min
Arrow Video Podcast033 - Hellraiser III: Hell on EarthWhat started in hell will end on earth. Join Sam and Dan as they return this week to one of horror's key iconic characters as Pinhead brings his coenobites to earth in Anthony Hickox's 1992 threequel, HELLRAISER III: HELL ON EARTH.
Recommendations this week include WISHMASTER, MANIAC COP 2, plus films Sam and Dan have screened recently including LET ME MAKE YOU A MARTYR and Paul Schrader's HARDCORE.
Extra Features includes Part Two of Sam's interview with Panos Cosmatos, the director of MANDY, which is released in UK cinemas October 12, and on Blu-ray, DVD and Digital Download on October 29.
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2018-10-0159 min
Arrow Video Podcast032 - Raising CainOne of Brian de Palma's classics, this week Sam and Dan take a look at RAISING CAIN, de Palma's 1992 return to the Hitchcockian psycho-thriller after the misfire that was THE BONFIRE OF THE VANITIES.
Recommendations this week include Cronenberg's DEAD RINGERS and George A. Romero's THE DARK HALF, whilst Extra Features includes part 1 of an interview with MANDY Director Panos Cosmatos.
Email the Arrow Video Podcast hosts for any comments, suggestions or questions at arrowvideopodcast@arrowfilms.co.uk
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2018-09-1759 min
Arrow Video Podcast031 - Arrow Video FrightFest LIVE 2018Join Sam and Dan, and some amazing guests, at the LIVE recording of the Arrow Video Podcast which took place during Arrow Video FrightFest in London on Saturday 25 August.
Instead of the usual format, this episode was recorded in front of a live audience, and features interviews with Jenn Wexler (director of THE RANGER), Charlie Steeds (director of ESCAPE FROM CANNIBAL FARM), Issa Lopez (director of TIGERS ARE NOT AFRAID) and horror icon and legend, Barbara Crampton (RE-ANIMATOR, DEAD NIGHT).
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2018-09-031h 16
Arrow Video Podcast030 - Doom AsylumHead on down to the local asylum, the DOOM ASYLUM that is, as Sam and Dan visit Richard Friedman's newly released 80s slasher spectacular on Arrow Video.
If you like this, then Sam and Dan this week recommend similar themed films such as MASSACRE AT CENTRAL HIGH and KILLER PARTY (again), whilst Dan gives his views on Gaspar Noe's CLIMAX, which gets its UK Premiere as the Closing Film at Arrow Video FrightFest on Monday 27 August.
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2018-08-2048 min
Arrow Video Podcast029 - King of New YorkSam and Dan tread the dirty streets of New York this week, as they check out Arrow Video's release of Abel Ferrara's 90s crime classic, KING OF NEW YORK.
Recommendations include KISS OF DEATH, SEA OF LOVE and Gary Sherman's VICE SQUAD, plus Sam and Dan try to outdo each other with long film titles in their recently viewed recommendations with Z CHANNEL: A MAGNIFICENT OBSESSION and IVAN VASILIEVICH CHANGES HIS PROFESSION respectively.
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2018-08-061h 02
Arrow Video Podcast028 - The EndlessThe week Sam and Dan talk about The Endless - sort of. Instead of the usual format, Dan takes time to catch up with the filmmaker's Justin Benson and Aaron Moorhead for a very (warning - spoilery) chat about the film's themes and universe.
Recommendations include RESOLUTION, TIME CRIMES and CHARLIE'S FAMILY, and Extra Features includes a chat with Arrow Video FrightFest Co-Director Paul McEvoy about this year's line-up, including Arrow's Closing Film, CLIMAX.
Email the Arrow Video Podcast hosts for any comments, suggestions or questions at arrowvideopodcast@arrowfilms.co.uk
2018-07-2359 min
Arrow Video Podcast027 - Arrow Video FrightFest SpecialWith the recent line-up announcement of this year's Arrow Video FrightFest event in London, Bank Holiday Monday, Sam and Dan select a range of recommendations from both this year and previous years.
Dan takes on 13 films from past events, including THE HAPPINESS OF THE KATAKURIS, whilst Sam casts his eye over the latest line-up, recommending 13 must-see films including TERRIFIED, THE RANGER and Arrow Video's Closing Night film, Gaspar Noe's CLIMAX.
Email the Arrow Video Podcast hosts for any comments, suggestions or questions at arrowvideopodcast@arrowfilms.co.uk
2018-07-091h 02
Arrow Video Podcast025 - Hellbound: Hellraiser IISam & Dan descend into hell this week as they revisit HELLBOUND: HELLRAISER II, Tony Randel's sequel to Clive Barker's masterpiece.
Dan pulls out two genuinely groundbreaking genre films in the form of MARTYRS and HARDWARE as his recommendations, whilst Sam predicts the films he thinks he may be recommending from Cannes 2018 before he sees them (this week's podcast was recorded before the festival in May 2018).
Email the Arrow Video Podcast hosts for any comments, suggestions or questions at arrowvideopodcast@arrowfilms.co.uk
2018-06-111h 03
Arrow Video Podcast024 - FrankenhookerThis week, Sam and Dan take a trip into the twisted imagination of Frank Henenlotter as they sit down with a nice cup of tea to watch 80s cult grindhouse film FRANKENHOOKER.
Elsewhere in the podcast, Sam and Dan recommend such films as STREET TRASH, BLASTFIGHTER and DOOM ASLYUM (coming on Arrow Video in July 2018), and in the Extra Features, Dan talks to Dan Frye, make-up artist from such films as FRANKENHOOKER and BRAIN DAMAGE.
Email the Arrow Video Podcast hosts for any comments, suggestions or questions at arrowvideopodcast@arrowfilms.co.uk
2018-05-281h 06
Arrow Video Podcast022 - The Adventures of Buckaroo BanzaiFresh from a cameo appearance in Steven Spielberg's READY PLAYER ONE, this week Sam and Dan take a multiverse trip for a look back at 80s cult classic THE ADVENTURES OF BUCKAROO BANZAI ACROSS THE 8TH DIMENSION.
This episode of related film recommendations includes Carpenter's THEY LIVE and CRITTERS 2. Sam and Dan also discuss recent films such as Arrow Academy's THE THIRD MURDER and Simon Rumley's THE LIVING AND THE DEAD, whilst Dan also pitches some story ideas for DEADPOOL 3.
Email the Arrow Video Podcast hosts for any comments, suggestions or questions at arrowvideopodcast@arrowfilms.co.uk
2018-04-3056 min
Arrow Video Podcast018 - Death Walks on High HeelsLuciano Ercoli's 'feminist' giallo DEATH WALKS ON HIGH HEELS is the subject of this week's podcast, a film that splits opinion, even between our two hosts.
Sam and Dan also recommend films such as THE LIVING DEAD AT MANCHESTER MORGUE, ALL THE COLOURS OF THE DARK, CITIZEN DOG and KILLER PARTY, and also offer a fantastic competition prize of a life cast of Marlon Brando, as made by Dick Smith for THE GODFATHER to one listener who can successfully guess what three posters Dan currently has on his kitchen wall.
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2018-03-0546 min
Arrow Video Podcast017 - HellraiserThis week, Sam and Dan "tear your soul apart" as they discuss one of the genre's most defining horror films: Clive Barker's 1987 feature debut, HELLRAISER.
Film recommendations this week include the likes of NIGHTBREED (1990), EVILSPEAK (1981) and ANDREI RUBLEV (1966), whilst Sam also talks to Ruth Wilson, star of Arrow Film's upcoming theatrical release of DARK RIVER.
Email the Arrow Video Podcast hosts for any comments, suggestions or questions at arrowvideopodcast@arrowfilms.co.uk
2018-02-1955 min
Arrow Video Podcast013 - Top Films of 2017Happy Holidays! Welcome to the Arrow Video end of year podcast as Sam and Dan look back on a great year and each run down their Top Ten New Release Films of 2017.
Will any of your favourite titles be on there? Will they select any Arrow titles? And will there be any matches at all across both their lists? Listen in to find out....
A big thank you to all our listeners this year. The Arrow Video Podcast with Sam & Dan will be back, to its more regular format, early in the New Year.
2017-12-251h 14
Arrow Video Podcast006 - Blow OutBrian De Palma's classic BLOW OUT is the main subject of the Arrow Video Podcast episode 6. Sam and Dan discuss the film, and also recommend similarly-themed films such as DE PALMA, BERBERIAN SOUND STUDIO and EVIL ED.
Sam and Dan also recommend recent films they've seen such as Darren Aronofsky's MOTHER, DAVE MADE A MAZE, THE BERLIN FILES and BE MY CAT: A FILM FOR ANN, plus preview LFF titles including Arrow's THE ENDLESS and BLADE OF THE IMMORTAL.
And please do get in touch with the guys if you can help them find a copy of THE VIRGIN WILDSIDES...
2017-09-1836 min
Arrow Video Podcast003 - PulseIn this third edition of the Arrow Video Podcast, Sam and Dan take a deeper look at classic 2001 J-Horror, Kiyoshi Kurosawa's PULSE.
Film recommendations this episode include the likes of LAIN, CURE, BEFORE WE VANISH, INUGAMI, INLAND EMPIRE, ZIGEUNERWEISEN and THE VILLAINESS, whilst Sam speaks with Paul McEvoy, one of the organisers of UK genre festival FrightFest, and also Ben Wheatley who talks about his recent film FREE FIRE and his favourite Arrow Video titles.
2017-08-0757 min
Arrow Video Podcast002 - Psycho IIJoin hosts Sam Ashurst and Dan Martin in this second edition of the Arrow Video Podcast as they discuss the upcoming release of Richard Franklin’s PSYCHO II.
In addition to the main feature, Sam and Dan also make film recommendations including ROAD GAMES, SCREAM PRETTY PEGGY, LADY BATTLE COP, THE LAST OF SHEILA, BLOW OUT and Christopher Nolan’s DUNKIRK, whilst the Extra Features section covers the latest Arrow Video news, emails and an exclusive interview with Sean Hogan, producer of FUTURE SHOCK! THE STORY of 2000 AD.
2017-07-2459 min
The Flash PodcastDC TV Podcasts 03 – The Flash Season 2/Arrow Season 4 So Far & DCTVRecorded live on Saturday, March 12 - As we wait for new episodes of The Flash and Arrow, Quiver Podcast’s Michael Cohen and The Flash Podcast’s Andy Behbakht got together for a special live DC TV Podcasts show to chat all things DC TV. In the show, they discuss the recent episodes of Arrow Season 4 that dealt with Felicity Smoak’s wheelchair arc, the live-action introduction of Vixen (played by Megalyn E.K.) as well as some issues that the show has been having for the past season.
They also get deep about Season 2 of The Flash...
2016-03-171h 32