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The Screen PodcastOur left-field tips for Bafta voters, plus Doha, Tallinn and Tokyo festival dispatchesOn this week’s episode of The Screen Podcast, the team recommends some under-the-radar titles for awards voters to look out for; and go on a whistle-stop tour of the latest film festivals.
First, Screen contributing editor Wendy Mitchell, editor Matt Mueller and deputy editor Louise Tutt are joined by awards and box office editor Charles Gant to recommend documentaries and non English-language titles that Bafta and Ampas voters might have missed.
Next, they discuss the winners from the Bifa and the Gotham awards which saw Harry Lighton's Pillion and Akinola Davies Jr.'s My Father's Shadow pick up prizes on...
2025-12-0450 min
The Screen PodcastMubi's funding controversy, Venice Film Festival highlights and Dwayne Johnson's Oscar chancesThe Screen team discusses Mubi’s ongoing funding controversy before delving into Venice Film Festival’s starry guests, hidden gems and Gaza focus.
First, Screen contributing editor Wendy Mitchell, editor Matt Mueller and deputy editor Lousie Tutt break down the controversy surrounding Mubi’s $100m investment from venture capital firm Sequoia.
Then, Wendy is joined by senior international reporter Ben Dalton to discuss Venice Film Festival’s return to star-studded status, what deals - if any - will emerge for unrepresented titles, and how the war in Gaza took the spotlight.
Finally, Screen’s senior critic Wendy Ide jumps in with her t...
2025-09-1144 min
Should They Shouldn't They?Nessa and Smithy - Gavin and Stacey ft. Dan CashWhat's occuring? It's the season finale and, by popular demand, we're talking Nessa and Smithy from Gavin and Stacey. Host Ellie Calnan is joined by content creator and pop culture guru Dan Cash to talk wedding crashing, plot device Neil The Baby and *that* infamous corn on the cob scene. We also delve into the couple's decision to never kiss, what we really think of Dave Coaches and, of course, the answer to the ultimate question - should or shouldn't Nessa and Smithy have got together in the end?Thanks so much for...
2025-02-111h 31Should They Shouldn't They?Penny and Leonard - The Big Bang Theory ft. Freya McGheeBazinga! It's time for Penny and Leonard from The Big Bang Theory. Host Ellie Calnan is joined by comedian Freya Mcghee to talk opposite attachment styles, the show's romance aversion and Penny's bizarre haircut. We also debate Leonard's attractiveness, the problem with Priya and, of course, the answer to the ultimate question - should or shouldn't Penny and Leonard have got together in the end?Let us know YOUR thoughts on social media:Instagram - @shouldtheypodcastTwitter - @shouldthey_podTikTok - @shouldtheypodcastFollow...
2025-02-041h 21Should They Shouldn't They?Jane and Rafael/Michael - Jane The Virgin ft. Efe AgweleIt's raining petal flowers which means it's time for Jane and Rafael from Jane The Virgin! Host Ellie Calnan is joined by actress Efe Agwele to delve into the ultimate Rafael vs Michael debate, the world of white motifs and M. Night Shyamalan twists. We also rank the many proposals, break down Gina Rodriguez's unfathomable chemistry and, of course, the answer to the ultimate question - should or shouldn't Jane and Rafael have got together in the end?Let us know YOUR thoughts on social media:Instagram - @shouldtheypodcast...
2025-01-281h 22Should They Shouldn't They?Sebastian and Mia - La La Land ft. Jamie AllertonThis week we're celebrating Tinsel Town with an episode on Sebastian and Mia from La La Land. Host Ellie Calnan is joined by comedian Jamie Allerton to discuss how Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling pull off two off the most insufferable characters of all time.We delve into why people hate La La Land, *that* iconic closing montage, the underdeveloped story of Greg and, of course, the answer to the ultimate question - should or shouldn't Sebastian and Mia have got together in the end?Donate to help support victims of the LA...
2025-01-211h 21Should They Shouldn't They?Chuck and Blair - Gossip Girl ft. Ellie Muir*Trigger warning* discussions of sexual assault. This week we're in the Upper East Side to delve into the world of Chuck and Blair from Gossip Girl. Host Ellie Calnan is joined by journalist Ellie Muir to discuss everything from the most toxic of moments to the most iconic of quotes.Expect a dissertation reading of Gossip Girl's relationship with sex and religion, a heated debate on whether Dan was Blair's better match, and, of course, the answer to the ultimate question - should or shouldn't Chuck and Blair have got together in the...
2025-01-141h 28Should They Shouldn't They?Nick and Jess - New Girl ft. Helena GrezoIt's new year, New Girl (the sitcom) time which means we're talking Nick and Jess. Host Ellie Calnan is joined by musician Helena Grezo as we delve into New Girl's Tumblr-ness, the symbolism of *the* lift and the rules of True American.Expect a lengthy debate on Ellie Goulding, a hangover step-by-step guide and, of course, the answer to the ultimate question - should or shouldn't Nick and Jess have got together in the end?Let us know YOUR thoughts on social media:Instagram - @shouldtheypodcastTwitter - @shouldthey...
2025-01-071h 05
The Best Movie 2 PodEllie Calnan: Best Movie To Watch From 2024Happy New Year everyone. 2024 was the year of Wicked holding space and Jason Statham keeping bees. We’re joined by film journalist Ellie Calnan to discuss the highs and lows of the year as we break down our favourites, our disappointments, and also our favourite film scenes of the year. Do give Ellie’s podcast a listen too:https://podcasts.apple.com/mv/podcast/should-they-shouldnt-they/id1776649112Host: Jamie Allerton www.instagram.com/allertonjamiewww.twitter.com/jayallerton Guest: Ellie Calnanhttps://www.inst...
2024-12-311h 29Should They Shouldn't They?When Harry Met Sally ft. Andy WattsA festive treat awaits with this week's episode which delves into When Harry Met Sally. Host Ellie Calnan is joined by MAN and comedian Andy Watts to debate the political incorrectness of Harry, the aesthetics of wagon wheel coffee tables and whether or not men and women can ever truly be friends.Expect lots of IMDB Trivia facts, a critical analysis of one of the greatest declarations of love of all time and, of course, the answer to the ultimate question - should or shouldn't Harry and Sally have got together in the end?
2024-12-171h 21Should They Shouldn't They?Ben and Leslie - Parks and Recreation ft. Bea OlivierTreat Yo Self to this week's episode on Ben and Leslie from Parks and Recreation. Host Ellie Calnan is joined by Bea Olivier to debate if Ben is the ultimate wife guy, how one diffuses sexual tension and whether we'd ever quit our job for the one we love. Expect emotional declarations, personal revelations and, of course, the answer to the all important question - should or shouldn't Ben and Leslie have got together in the end? Let us know YOUR thoughts on social media:Instagram - @shouldtheypodcastTwitter...
2024-12-1045 minShould They Shouldn't They?Carrie and Big - Sex and The City ft. Sarah RobertsHey kid! This week we're delving into Carrie and Big from Sex and The City. Host Ellie Calnan is joined by comedian Sarah Roberts to discuss the birth of main character syndrome, TV's worst affair, and whether Aidan was really the better match. Expect plenty of Carrie trash-talking, Big therapising and of course, the answer to the all-important question - should they or shouldn't they have got together in the end?Let us know YOUR thoughts on social media:Instagram - @shouldtheypodcastTwitter - @shouldthey_podTikTok...
2024-12-031h 34Should They Shouldn't They?Fleabag and Hot Priest - Fleabag ft. India LawrenceWe're back baby and this week it's Fleabag and Hot Priest time. Host Ellie Calnan is joined by journalist India Lawrence to discuss the unrelenting hotness of Andrew Scott, whether "It'll pass" has suffered the Mandela Effect and what the fox *really* represents.Expect terrible Irish accents, English literature-esque themes and, of course, the answer to the all-important question - should or shouldn't they have got together in the end?Let us know YOUR thoughts on social media:Instagram - @shouldtheypodcastTwitter - @shouldthey_podTikTok...
2024-11-271h 23Should They Shouldn't They?Jim and Pam - The Office ft. Carla GordonThis week's episode is all about Jim and Pam from The Office US. Host Ellie Calnan is joined by comedian Carla Gordon to discuss Jim's grand gestures, the greatest sitcom wedding of all time(?) and whether it's ever okay to buy someone a house without telling them first.We also weigh in on Jim's iconic looks to the camera, Pam's hideous purple dress and, of course, the answer to the all-important question - should or shouldn't they have got together in the end?Let us know YOUR thoughts on social media:...
2024-11-121h 34Should They Shouldn't They?Ross and Rachel - Friends ft. Caroline McEvoy*APOLOGIES for the audio issues, these do clear up as the episode progresses so STAY STRONG* We begin with the classic Will They/Won't They couple Ross and Rachel from Friends. Host Ellie Calnan is joined by comedian and fellow podcaster Caroline McEvoy to discuss the anti-Ross discourse, why Rachel and Joey never worked, and give their verdicts on the infamous 'on a break' debate.Expect personal divulgings of our own Will They/Won't They parallels, a very serious uncovering of the truth about lobsters and, of course, the answer to the all-important...
2024-11-051h 21Should They Shouldn't They?Should They Shouldn't They? - Trailer Check out the first trailer for the brand new podcast Should They Shouldn't They about TV and film's favourite Will They Won't They couples. Hosted by journalist Ellie Calnan. The first episode drops on November 5, so follow and subscribe to make sure you don't miss out. Follow on socials:Instagram - @shouldtheypodcast / @elliecalnanTwitter - @shouldthey_pod / @elliecalnanTikTok - @shouldthey_pod / @elliecalnan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-10-2801 min
Groovy MoviesLoves Lies Bleeding: Was Kristen Stewart always this good?It turns out a bodybuilding rom-com thriller was the movie we’ve been waiting for. Yes, this week we’re talking about Love Lies Bleeding, Rose Glass’ follow-up to the incredible Saint Maud, starring Kristen Stewart in the role she was made the play. ReferencesInterview with Rose Glass, and stars Kristen Stewart and Katy O’Brian‘Rose Glass talks ‘Love Lies Bleeding’, casting Kristen Stewart and working with a much bigger budget’ by Ellie Calnan for Screen DailyCannes Awards: Female-Centered Stories Win Big in Cannes, as Sean Baker’s ‘Anora’ Earns Palme d’Or by Pe...
2024-05-3042 minThe Best Movie 2 PodEllie Calnan: The Best Movie To Watch From 2023 - A Big Review Of The YearHappy New Year! What a year it's been, we're joined by film journalist Ellie Calnan to discuss the year that brought us strikes, Barbenheimer, and an extended discussion on that bath soup scene from Saltburn. We look at our favourite and not so favourite movies of 2023.
2024-01-011h 18The Best Movie 2 PodEllie Calnan: Best Movie To Relive Your School DaysGen Z Film journalist Ellie Calnan joins host Jamie Allerton this week to discuss high school movies. They also cover the films of Tom Hanks and are like so randomFollow us on Instagram and Twitter at @bestmovie2pod
2023-02-2032 minThe Best Movie 2 PodEllie Calnan: Best Movie To Relive Your School DaysGen Z Film journalist Ellie Calnan joins host Jamie Allerton this week to discuss high school movies. They also cover the films of Tom Hanks and are like so randomFollow us on Instagram and Twitter at @bestmovie2pod
2023-02-2032 min