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talkabout: A Film Podcasttalkabout Q & A | Movie Screams, Trilogies & Letterboxd Top FoursSend us a textWe have a special kind of episode today, as we talkabout movies in a chattier style, taking questions from our listeners and answering them live on the pod with next to no prep. We discuss the best trilogies, and speculate whether or not Dune and Spider-Verse will enter that conversation; we make some suggestions for how to save cinema and we give our Letterboxd Top Four. Plus we play a game, where Gwilym tries to guess the movie scream. We had a lot of fun recording this one and hope you have fun...
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talkabout: A Film PodcastThe Evil Dead & Evil Dead IISend us a textHappy Halloween one and all and welcome to an episode helping you continue the spooky festivities into November. We've got a double bill episode this week with our discussion about 'The Evil Dead' and 'Evil Dead II'. We talk all things Sam Raimi, with one of us deciding that perhaps we're not his biggest fan, and the other declaring their immense love for him. This episode splits us in half, with a heated discussion towards the end; don't fear though, the podcast is still full of love. Hear our thoughts on the horror...
2025-11-011h 18
talkabout: A Film PodcastJurassic World Rebirth, Heads of State, The Ballad of Wallis IslandSend us a textThis week we talkabout the latest releases in film and TV...sort of. For one week only Ellis is without Gwilym, and is joined by regular visitor to the pod Gareth Bradwick. Ellis and Gareth discuss the newest addition to the Jurassic franchise, a butting of heads for Cena and Elba in 'Heads of State' and praise a UK indie film 'The Ballad of Wallis Island'. They do give brief thoughts on the two big superhero releases, but they'll be given their own episode very soon. Plus, there's Marvel news stories, Avatar trailers...
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talkabout: A Film PodcastKung Fu Panda 2Send us a textThis week we talkabout another beloved Dreamworks sequel, as we step into the Jade Palace with Po for 'Kung Fu Panda 2'. Though there's a literal goat in the movie we discuss which character really is the Greatest Of All Time; we talk Dumplings, fireworks, evil masterplans and the furious five. We also conduct a draft pick of Dreamworks Villains, and Gwilym leads us away from the world of martial arts for our next film...stay tuned to the end to hear what he picked. For now, enjoy the episode!The...
2025-02-2559 min
talkabout: A Film PodcastThe talkabout Awards 2024Send us a textWelcome to the 5th annual talkabout awards!This week Ellis & Gwilym are revealing the winners of the 'talkabout' awards as voted for by our listeners and followers. We're celebrating everything from the world of film and TV; from sand worms to dragons; stunt men to wicked witches; Deadpools to Wolverines. We'll be giving awards like 'Best Film', 'Best TV Series', 'Cinema Moment' and more of our classic awards. Plus new awards: 'Best Screenplay' and 'Cinematography'.We create a Mount Rushmore of people who had great 2024's, discuss the films...
2025-01-111h 36talkabout: A Film PodcastAmerican PsychoSend us a textIn this week's episode, we talkabout one of the most controversial mainstream releases of all time: 'American Psycho'. We discuss those uncomfortable music moments, chat about Christian Bale's unbelievably unhinged performance and talk business cards and why you simply don't use Papyrus font.We conduct a draft pick of 2000 movies, talk about Gwilym's trip to the States and we find fake facts, conduct blind rankings and announce next week's episode. There's loads to enjoy...so enjoy! Why isn't it possible?It's just not!Why not, you stupid b**t...
2024-11-231h 15talkabout: A Film PodcastJokerSend us a textIn this week's episode we talkabout the Oscar winning, anti-hero story: 'Joker'. With the release of the sequel just last month, it felt a good time to rewatch and reflect on Todd Phillips' first time out with the Clown prince of Crime. How has it aged in the five years since its release? Does it handle mental health and Arthur's deterioration in a respectful way? Why did they feel the need to show Batman's origin story yet again? There's a lot to discuss, and a lot to unpack. We also lead a draft...
2024-11-151h 01talkabout: A Film PodcastHocus PocusSend us a textIn this week's episode we talkabout a beloved Halloween classic: 'Hocus Pocus'. We discuss the witches and their odd habits, celebrate the Halloween costume ideas that this film has brought to the world and express concern over the cat's immortality. Our draft pick this week is based on movie witches & wizards and Ellis tests Gwilym in the 'Find the Fake Fact' segment of the show. Ultimately, we review 'Hocus Pocus' and decide if it deserves a place on our DVD shelf. Enjoy!Surely 'Hocus Pocus 2' should have added another rhyme...
2024-10-2159 mintalkabout: A Film PodcastAnchorman 2: The Legend ContinuesSend us a textIn this week's episode we talkabout the long awaited sequel to Will Ferrell & Adam McKay's newsreader comedy: 'Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues'. We discuss our favourite gags and lines, talk through the dated humour that this film is covered in and of course chat about that immense final fight. We conduct a draft pick of Adam McKay films and Gwilym has to name 30 films starring the four leading actors. This episode is jam packed, just like the film in discussion. Enjoy!if another Anchorman was released today, the fight would have to...
2024-09-2357 mintalkabout: A Film PodcastLook Ahead to our Summer SeasonSend us a textThis week on talkabout we're not bringing you a full episode; instead we're detailing the Summer Season and everything it has to offer.In this episode, Ellis discusses the DVD shelf so far, gives information on Gwilym's absence and announces the Summer Season of films we'll be talking about through August. Our next episode will release on 3rd August, we're off to enjoy the sun. See you soon! Instagram/TikTok - @talkabout_podHost - Ellis BarthorpeMissing Host - Gwilym RobertsMusic - James Mi...
2024-07-1919 mintalkabout: A Film Podcast170. The talkabout Awards 2023Send us a textWelcome to the 4th annual talkabout awards! This week Ellis & Gwilym are reading out the winners to the 2023 talkabout Awards, voted for by listeners and social media followers. We're celebrating all things film and TV that released in the past 12 months and giving awards like Best Film, Best TV Series, Best Beard, Performance of the Year, Cinema Moment and more!We create a Mount Rushmore of people who had great 2023's, discuss those films that we loved that didn't get a nomination and we listen back to five of o...
2024-01-121h 27talkabout: A Film Podcast169. December Wrapped | Wonka, Godzilla Minus One, Chicken Run: Dawn of the NuggetSend us a textThis episode is brought to you by giraffe-milk macarons, giant lizards and Sir Eat-a-Lot.This week Ellis & Gwilym deliver long overdue reviews of the releases of December. Wonka, Godzilla Minus One, the third season of What If..?, Next Goal Wins, The Boy and The Heron, Chicken Run: Dawn of the Nugget, Leave the World Behind, Ferrari, Rebel Moon and more. We discuss the state of Marvel in the news section and get excited about Kung Fu Panda 4. Plus, we chat about some brand new trailers. What if Mr...
2024-01-081h 19talkabout: A Film Podcast165. November Wrapped | Napoleon, The Marvels, WishSend us a textThis episode is brought to you by big hats, Flerkens and talking goats.This week Ellis & Gwilym have been back in the cinema on a regular basis, and in this bumper episode they review all of the major releases in November. Bottoms, Loki, Wish, Napoleon, The Marvels, Saltburn, Blue Eyed Samurai, Doctor Who, Dream Scenario and more. We discuss all of the big casting news in the News section, including the announcements made for James Gunn's upcoming 'Superman: Legacy'. Plus, we address those Pedro Pascal/Mr Fantastic rumours.
2023-12-041h 26talkabout: A Film Podcast161. October Wrapped | Killers of the Flower Moon, AhsokaSend us a textThis episode is brought to you by toothpicks and dual lightsabers.This week Ellis & Gwilym haven't seen nearly enough films, so they do a big review discussion of 'Killers of the Flower Moon'. Plus they review 'Ahsoka', 'Once Upon a Studio' and Gwilym gives his thoughts on Loki Season 2 so far. We pay tribute to Matthew Perry in the News section, a comedic genius whose loss has hit so many. We discuss our favourite Chandler Bing moments, wonder why his impact means so much to so many, and discuss t...
2023-11-031h 09talkabout: A Film Podcast158. September Wrapped | Past Lives, Expend4bles, The CreatorSend us a textThis episode is brought to you by long walks, giant jewellery & unbelievable views.This week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout all of the major releases of September 2023, with reviews of Past Lives, Only Murders in the Building, A Haunting in Venice, No One Will Save You, The Creator, Dumb Money, Expend4bles and more!We have a long discussion in the News section about the late great Michael Gambon. A phenomenal actor who passed away last month. We discuss his career and his wit, as well as touching on some of...
2023-10-131h 10talkabout: A Film Podcast153. August Wrapped | Meg 2: The Trench, Haunted Mansion, Blue BeetleSend us a textThis episode is brought to you by jet skis, night vision cameras & a scarab.This week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout all of the major releases of August 2023, with reviews of Meg 2: The Trench, Haunted Mansion, Kandahar, The Monkey King, Blue Beetle and more!We play tribute to some greats in the world of TV and Film and talk through the latest batch of excellent trailer. Plus, we give our thoughts on the opening episodes of Only Murders in the Building and Ahsoka.We've never tried to jetski in...
2023-09-021h 06talkabout: A Film Podcast149. July Wrapped | Barbie, Oppenheimer, Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part OneSend us a textThis episode is brought to you by flat feet, porkpie hats & Fiat 500's.This week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout all of the major releases of July 2023, with reviews of Barbie, The Bear Season 2, Oppenheimer, Secret Invasion, Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One, The Witcher Season 3, They Cloned Tyrone, Elemental and more!We have a long old chat about the strikes currently taking over Hollywood, as well as discussing that new Loki trailer. Plus, we tell you what to expect in episode 150.Barbenheimer must be one of the...
2023-08-081h 16talkabout: A Film Podcast147. talkabout the cast of Oppenheimer w/ Ellis PotterSend us a textThis week one of us missing! In a talkabout first, Gwilym was unable to make this week's episode as he's performing in Cambridge. So at the last minute a second Ellis stepped up to the plate and joined us to discuss the cast of 'Oppenheimer'. We talkabout Cillian Murphy, Emily Blunt, Robert Downey Jr, Florence Pugh and Matt Damon and decide their best performances. As well as discussing the upcoming release and commenting on the actors in general. This is not to say we favour Oppenheimer over Barbie. Wha...
2023-07-221h 11talkabout: A Film Podcast145. June Wrapped | Across the Spider-Verse, The Flash, Indiana Jones & The Dial of DestinySend us a textThis episode is brought to you by Spider-Dinosaurs, tinned tomatoes and de-ageing technology.This week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout all of the major releases of June 2023, with reviews of Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, The Flash, Asteroid City, Transformers: Rise of the Beasts, Extraction 2, The Covenant, Indiana Jones & The Dial of Destiny and more!There's some exciting casting news to talk through and a brand new trailer for Dune: Part Two. Plus, we stop part way through the episode to have a wrestle...as you do! We're nearing episode 150, a...
2023-07-071h 18talkabout: A Film Podcast140. May Wrapped | Guardians of the Galaxy vol.3, The Little Mermaid, Fast XSend us a textThis episode is brought to you by baby raccoons, scuttle butts & FAMILY! This Week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout all of the major releases of May 2023, with reviews of Guardians 3, Ted Lasso, The Little Mermaid, Barry, Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie, Fast X, Star Wars Visions and more! Lots of casting news to be spoken about plus a deep dive into the quotes of the Fast X red carpet. And back by popular demand another blind ranking. No animals were harmed in the making of this episode, unless you...
2023-06-031h 05talkabout: A Film Podcast136. April Wrapped | Evil Dead Rise, The Super Mario Bros. Movie, RenfieldSend us a textThis episode is brought to you by cheese graters, Peaches & a pair of Nick's.This week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout all of the major releases of April 2023, with reviews of Evil Dead Rise, Air, Ghosted, Suzume, The Super Mario Bros. Movie, Renfield, The Pope's Exorcist, The Mandalorian, Beef, Peter Pan & Wendy and much more! Cinemacon brought us loads of new news and trailers to talkabout, and Ellis has a long rant about the upcoming Harry Potter reboot.It would be great if there was a Mario mushroom for p...
2023-05-061h 19talkabout: A Film Podcast135. On the Shelf: HoodwinkedSend us a text"Sarcasm, strike the cage...."This week on talkabout we debunk and review another family classic. This time it's the strangely animated take on Little Red Riding Hood: 'Hoodwinked'.We go deep into asking questions like: How many hummingbirds does it take to lift a bike? Is Granny secretly Heisenberg? And what is with that Schnitzel song? Ellis & Gwilym end the pod with a discussion about Star Wars celebration, so make sure to stick around for that. Join us in solving the Hoodwinked mystery, with an episode full of...
2023-04-291h 02talkabout: A Film Podcast133. March Wrapped | Creed III, John Wick: Chapter 4, Dungeons & Dragons: Honour Among ThievesSend us a textThis episode is brought to you by long lost brothers, the Arc de Triomphe and Jarnathan.This week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout all of the major releases of March 2023, with reviews of Shrinking, John Wick: Chapter 4, Rye Lane, Creed III, The Last of Us, Scream VI, 65 and much more!The Spider-Verse trailer gets us excited in the news section and Gwilym is furious at the idea of a remake of 'The Room'. Plus, casting updates and that Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles film...Editing this over bank holiday weekend h...
2023-04-101h 18talkabout: A Film Podcast130. On the Shelf: Inside OutSend us a text"Who's your friend who likes to play? Bing Bong Bing Bong!"This week on talkabout we debunk and review another family classic. This time it's our most recent pick yet: 'Inside Out'.We go deep on this one asking questions like: What happens if the host body dies? How come the emotions have a third-person view? And do the emotions have smaller emotions inside of their heads? Ellis & Gwilym begin the pod with a conversation about the Oscars and Ellis gives Gwil the best Unrequested Fact that has nothing t...
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talkabout: A Film Podcast128. February Wrapped | Puss in Boots: The Last Wish, Ant-Man & The Wasp: Quantumania, Cocaine BearSend us a textThis episode is brought to you by ants, wasps, bears, whales, cats & shells with shoes on.This week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout all of the major releases of February 2023; with reviews of Cocaine Bear, Knock at the Cabin, Sharper, The Whale, The Legend of Vox Machina Season 2, Somebody I Used to Know, Ant-Man & The Wasp: Quantumania, Puss in Boots: The Last Wish and more! James Gunn's DC shakeup has us chatting away in the news sections plus we chat about the many...many...far too many upcoming sequels. Li...
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talkabout: A Film Podcast126. On the Shelf: Scooby Doo 2: Monsters UnleashedSend us a text"Who's your Mommy?!"This week on talkabout we debunk and review another nostalgic family classic: 'Scooby-Doo 2: Monsters Unleashed'.We ask all. of the questions that need answering: Is Fred the worst member of the Mystery gang? What's the deal with Scooby's Scoobys? And are they only keeping a talking dog around for publicity? Ellis & Gwilym conclude the pod with a candid conversation about healthy eating and breakfast foods, so stay tuned after the credits for that! A Scooby snack just for you. Tuck in and help us so...
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talkabout: A Film Podcast124. January Wrapped | Babylon, Tár, The FabelmansSend us a textThis episode is brought to you by elephant poop, conducting batons and toy trains.This week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout all of the major releases of January 2023, with reviews of Kaleidoscope, M£GAN, A Man Called Otto, Devotion, Our Flag Means Death, Extraordinary, Tár, Babylon, Till, The Fabelmans and more! The Oscars have us chatting away in the news section plus an announcement of the next Edgar Wright film. And our trailer of the month is for Dracula story 'Renfield'.Act, Conduct, Direct, Podcast! Instagram/Twit...
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talkabout: A Film Podcast119. December Wrapped | Avatar: The Way of Water, Glass Onion, Guillermo Del Toro's PinocchioSend us a textThis episode is brought to you by talking whales, wooden puppets and the Mona Lisa.This week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout all of the major releases of December, with reviews of The White Lotus, Violent Night, Your Christmas or Mine, Guillermo Del Toro's Pinocchio, Emancipation, Avatar: The Way of Water, Glass Onion, White Noise and much more! The big shake up in DC has us chatting in the news section and Cocaine Bear and Barbie trailers have us unbelievably excited for 2023.With no long establishing shots of our p...
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talkabout: A Film Podcast118. On the Sh-elf: The Santa ClauseSend us a text"Can we take a direct flight back to reality, or do we have to change planes in Denver?"This week on talkabout we debunk and review a nostalgic family Christmas classic: 'The Santa Clause'. We ask all the questions that need answering: would you kill Santa to become Santa? How does the sack of toys work? And why are those reindeer so darn creepy? Ellis & Gwilym are together for this one and so Ellis cooks up some potato waffles during the recording. A perfect bite-sized stocking filler to...
2022-12-2344 min
talkabout: A Film Podcast115. November Wrapped | The Menu, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, Weird: The Al Yankovic MovieSend us a textThis episode is brought to you by cheeseburger jus, Dora Milajie spears and My Bologna. This week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout all of the major releases of November, with reviews of The Menu, Andor, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, My Father's Dragon, Causeway, My Policeman, Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery, Spirited and much more! The upcoming Spider-Verse film gets us excited in the news section and a new Dreamworks intro splits opinions. Whatever happens in this episode, don't be alarmed; it's all part of the menu! Inst...
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talkabout: A Film Podcast114. talkabout MCU Phase FourSend us a textThis week on talkabout we discuss Phase 4 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe now that it has come to an end with the release of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. We started in the bleaker months of 2021 with WandaVision, and with 16 total releases Phase Four has received a mixed reception. Wanda & Vision, Falcon & Winter Solider, Shang-Chi & his dad, Peter & MJ, Stephen & Marc, Jennifer Walters & She-Hulk...all assessed and reviewed by Ellis & Gwilym. Are we gonna talk about the fact there's a big statue man sticking out of the planet because of th...
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talkabout: A Film Podcast111. October Wrapped | The Woman King, Black Adam, The Banshees of InisherinSend us a textThis episode is brought to you by steaming baths, severed fingers and Dwayne Johnson (except not really). This week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout all of the major releases of October, with reviews of The Woman King, She-Hulk, House of the Dragon, Halloween Ends, Black Adam, The Rings of Power, Werewolf by Night, The Banshees of Inisherin, The Bear, Barbarian, Wendell & Wild and much more! The news section is a sad one this week as we reflect on the careers of Robbie Coltrane and Angela Lansbury. Plus the trailer of the mo...
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talkabout: A Film Podcast107. talkabout Controversial Film OpinionsSend us a textThis week on talkabout we discuss all of the controversial opinions from you our listeners, from the depths of Reddit and from our brains. With an unexpected guest appearance from Gwilym's housemate, things get heated, and not just because Ellis can't say Wolverine. Was The Dark Knight Rises the worst film of 2012? Is M Night Shyamalan actually great? Is Meryl Streep overrated? Is the Amazing Spider-Man 2 better than the Raimi Spider-Man films, these are all opinions that at least one person on this planet shares, and we're here to answer them a...
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talkabout: A Film Podcast106. September Wrapped | Don't Worry Darling, See How They Run, Ticket to ParadiseSend us a textThis episode is brought to you by tuna centrepieces, seaweed fishing and jumping to conclusions. This week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout all of the major releases of September, with reviews of Don't Worry Darling, House of the Dragon, Andor, See How They Run, Pinocchio, Three Thousand Years of Longing, Frozen Planet II, Ticket to Paradise, Bodies Bodies Bodies, The Rings of Power, She-Hulk and much more! The news section is dominated by D23 announcements and TUDUM announcements, as well as some Emmy talk. Whilst the trailer of the month is Gl...
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talkabout: A Film Podcast102. August Wrapped | Bullet Train, Prey, NopeSend us a textThis episode is brought to you by Thomas the Tank Engine, heat vision and flying horses. This week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout all of the major releases of August, with reviews of Bullet Train, Only Murders in the Building, She-Hulk, The Sandman, Nope, Thirteen Lives, Prey, Day Shift, Luck and much more! In the news section there's talk of a new season of Only Murders in the Building, we talkabout the Batgirl debacle and we discuss the legendary careers of Bernard Cribbins and Olivia Newton John. Plus the trailer of th...
2022-09-061h 15talkabout: A Film Podcast100. Films of the CenturySend us a textThis week on talkabout we hit the big one: episode 100. And to celebrate, we have the conclusion to an epic saga, as we countdown the Top Ten Films released between 1919 and 2019 (as voted for by you). We are joined by Gareth Bradwick and Ellis makes a powerpoint especially for the occasion. Thank you so much to everyone who has listened to our podcast. We are very proud of what it has become and know that it wouldn't be there without the support from each and every one of you. We...
2022-08-051h 03talkabout: A Film Podcast99. July Wrapped | The Gray Man, Minions: The Rise of Gru, Thor: Love & ThunderSend us a textThis episode is brought to you by terrible facial hair, minion goggles and screaming goats. This week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout all of the major releases of July, with reviews of The Gray Man, Better Call Saul, Minions: The Rise of Gru, Man vs Bee, The Boys, Lizzo, Where the Crawdads Sing, Thor: Love and Thunder and more! In the news section there's a lot to talk through as Comic Con released oh so much. Plus new trailers for See How They Run, John Wick 4 and Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.
2022-07-311h 12talkabout: A Film Podcast95. June Wrapped | Elvis, Lightyear, Jurassic World DominionSend us a textThis episode is brought to you by black leather, robot cats and lots and lots of locusts.This week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout all of the major releases of June, with reviews of Ms Marvel, Jurassic World Dominion, The Boys, Lightyear, Cha Cha Real Smooth, Good Luck to you Leo Grande, Spiderhead, The Black Phone, Elvis, Obi-Wan Kenobi and more! In the news section we discuss Joker 2, the upcoming Madonna biopic and a Game of Thrones sequel. Plus there are new trailers for Smile, Black Adam & Robert Zemeckis' Pinocchio.
2022-07-011h 27talkabout: A Film Podcast91. May Wrapped | Top Gun: Maverick, Everything Everywhere All at Once, Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of MadnessSend us a textThis episode is brought to you by sausage fingers, Jedi hunters and multiple Seth Rogens. This week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout all of the major releases of May, with reviews of Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, Stranger Things, Chip 'n Dale: Rescue Rangers, Everything Everywhere All at Once, Better Call Saul, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Top Gun: Maverick and so much more! We also have our first bumper Wrapped News & Trailer section in which we discuss sequels, franchise and that Avatar trailer. This episode is everything everywhere all at...
2022-06-031h 28talkabout: A Film Podcast86. April Wrapped | Simon RacioppaSend us a textThis episode is brought to you by glitzy jumpsuits, nifflers and Nic F**king Cage! This week Ellis & Gwilym are joined by showrunner for Amazon Prime show 'The Boys Presents...Diabolical' SIMON RACIOPPA. They discuss all things animation as Gwilym asks about both 'The Boys' and 'Invincible'. Plus we review Peaky Blinders, Fantastic Beasts, The Bubble, Attack on Titan, The Northman, Apollo 10 1/2, The Lost City, Red Hot Chilli Peppers, The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent, Harry Styles, Ripe & more. We also have a long chat about Netflix animation in...
2022-04-291h 20talkabout: A Film Podcast85. talkabout Ellis & GwilymSend us a textThis week on talkabout...we talkabout Ellis & Gwilym and find out how well they know eachother through a series of questions about Film, TV, Music and Gaming. Stick around after our outro for a conversation about Moon Knight and that Thor trailer. Enjoy!Guest host - @adam.pugh_ (Instagram) Instagram - @focusfilmmoviesTwitter - @talkabout_podwith thanks to Adam Pugh for hosting the episode, James Milsom for the music and Mim Roberts for the artwork.Support the showFol...
2022-04-221h 20talkabout: A Film Podcast84. On the Shelf: Stuart LittleSend us a text"Little high, little low...little hey, little ho." This week on talkabout we aim to debunk and review that 90's film you loved as a kid and have never watched since: 'Stuart Little'. We have one major problem with the mouse (if we can even call him that) and it gets discussed in great detail...why do this family adopt a rodent instead of a human child? The ultimate question is...does the film belong on our DVD shelf, or should we throw it in the bin? Ellis get...
2022-04-151h 09talkabout: A Film Podcast82. March Wrapped | The Batman, Turning Red, The Adam ProjectSend us a textThis episode is brought to you by cats, bats, penguins, giant red pandas and a dog called Hawking. This week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout the biggest releases of March. With the three big releases of the month gaining full reviews. March was busy so we also discuss Peaky Blinders, Killing Eve, Peacemaker, Jujitsu Kaisen, Fresh, Elden Ring, The Phantom of the Open The Bad Guys, Ambulance and so much more. To avoid any minor spoilers for the three big films in discussion, please reference the time stamps below: The Adam Pr...
2022-04-011h 12talkabout: A Film Podcast78. February Wrapped | Uncharted, Death on the Nile, The Book of Boba FettSend us a textThis episode is brought to you by cocktail shakers, moustache backstories and multicoloured vespas. This week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout the biggest releases of February. From Texas Chainsaw Massacre and Peaky Blinders to Elden Ring and Sifu, it's a jam packed week with loads of mini reviews. There's a 1 star, a 5 star and a bunch in between, the variety has been incredible and all-in-all it's been a busy month for the world of entertainment.Uncharted | 14:05 - 24:35 Death on the Nile | 33:20 - 42:00 The Book of Boba Fett | 1:01:55 - 1:06:10
2022-03-041h 16talkabout: A Film Podcast75. talkabout Music LegendsSend us a textThis week on 'talkabout' Ellis & Gwilym try and work out who is the greatest solo music artist of all time...we know what you're all thinking, 'that's obvious it's James Blunt', but you may be surprised by the outcome. This is the final episode of our music tournament concepts and it's a big one. Why did Phil Collins go so hard on the Tarzan soundtrack? Is Dolly Parton's 'Vaccine' better than 'Jolene? And how many artists have also turned their hand to acting? Gwilym couldn't find much news this week so i...
2022-02-111h 09talkabout: A Film Podcast74. January Wrapped | Licorice Pizza, Scream, Nightmare AlleySend us a textThis episode is brought to you by water beds, rising crescendos and Bradley Cooper. This week Ellis & Gwilym discuss the biggest releases of January. From TV show 'The Book of Boba Fett' to online game sensation 'Wordle', it's been an interesting month for the world of entertainment. Gwilym has his leg in a cast and we delve in to that story, plus there are very differing opinions on 'The Tragedy of Macbeth'. Licorice Pizza | 7:50 - 19:50Nightmare Alley | 32:20 - 39:45 Scream | 59:35 - 1:05:50Percy Jackson is getting its own...
2022-02-041h 09talkabout: A Film Podcast64. List 'em up: Edgar WrightSend us a textZombies, toy cars, Cornettos and the occasional Sex Bob-Omb, Edgar Wright's imagination is endless, and his explosive films deserve their own episode. This week we talkabout Edgar Wright's six mainstream feature films, and using lists from ourselves, listeners and Edgar Wright superfans we have compiled a ranking of them all. Ellis steals Gwilym's introduction, Gwilym then makes a verbal attack against his own mum and we play a game of 'spot the twins'. The news is filled with some new casting announcements, a Blade Runner TV show, plus we...
2021-11-261h 10talkabout: A Film Podcast62. Top Ten 2010's Films w/ GarethSend us a textReinventing the horror genre, the rise of the superhero and the power of Disney...the 2010's brought a heap of great movies. And we have tried to separate the wheat from the chaff by choosing our Top Ten films from the decade. Ellis & Gwilym are joined by returning guest, writer for Focus Film Gareth Bradwick, and the three of them have a go at answering some interesting questions: where will streaming be in another 10 years? Is a drama better when it's fictional? How far has diversity come in cinema through the 2010...
2021-11-121h 23talkabout: A Film Podcast60. On the Shelf: Monster HouseSend us a text"STAY OFF MY LAWN!" This week in our Halloween special we are discussing the animated horror 'Monster House' and deciding whether it should stay on our DVD shelf, or be placed in the bin. There are a lot of technicalities to discuss when a film decided to make a house its main antagonist, and we discuss them all by answering questions like: How does a woman become a house? What sort of name is Chowder and what is his mum doing with her personal trainer? Our news and tra...
2021-10-291h 08talkabout: A Film Podcast59. talkabout 'No Time to Die'Send us a textOne new episode...shaken, not stirred!This week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout the newest instalment to the 007 franchise 'No Time to Die'. The technicalities of nanobots, Q's hidden drawers and the future of James Bond are just some of the things discussed here and with the first half of the episode being a spoiler free review, those who are yet to see it can still hear what we have to say about it. Although the news is fairly limited there are lots of trailers to discuss with the trailer of t...
2021-10-221h 01talkabout: A Film Podcast57. talkabout Breaking BadSend us a text"I am the one who knocks!" This week Ellis & Gwilym discuss one of their favourite TV shows of all time: 'Breaking Bad'. Based in New Mexico with "all it's dry bits" the show ran for 5 seasons and we discuss our favourite moments, characters and our thoughts on the ending. Plus we delve into the sequel film 'El Camino'. We realise that a lot of you may not have seen 'Breaking Bad'. Firstly, why? Get on it, it's on Netflix now! Secondly we have generously accommodated for your persistently selfish ne...
2021-10-0859 mintalkabout: A Film Podcast55. talkabout Call of DutySend us a text"Backup repeat, we need backup!"This week Ellis & Gwilym discuss the good, the bad and the zombies as they talk through one of the most successful gaming franchises of all time: Call of Duty. They talk through the campaigns, Warzone and that dreaded gamer chat. If gaming really isn't your thing then fear no longer, the news and trailer sections are some of the best yet as we discuss a Luther Film, a Haunted Mansion remake and various Award shows. Plus, the trailer of the week is for th...
2021-09-241h 01talkabout: A Film Podcast52. August Wrapped | Jungle Cruise, Free Guy, The Suicide SquadSend us a textThis week's episode is brought to you by hero jackets, starfish and the colour golden-blue...This week we talkabout the big releases of August. It was a crazy month of summer hits, and we have three in particular to talk through in spoilerific detail. To avoid spoilers, skip through the time stamps below: Jungle Cruise | 16:50 - 27:50Free Guy | 36:00 - 45:45The Suicide Squad | 52:07 - 1:02:40In other places, Jungle and Jake Bugg take care of Music wrapped, Gwilym raves about a game called 'Hades', we discuss the first f...
2021-09-031h 06talkabout: A Film Podcast51. On the Shelf: Surf's UpSend us a text"You havin' fun?"This week we finally dedicate an episode to the Sony Pictures Animation film 'Surf's Up' and decide whether it belongs on the DVD shelf or if it should be thrown in the bin. Ellis has been campaigning since the podcasts' inception, and now he's throwing irony out of the igloo, as we talkabout Arnold the liability, the infamous Big Z and the rise of the planet of the penguins. Gwilym gets so excited, he says "yeehaw". Ed Sheeran, Call of Duty, Wes Anderson and live ac...
2021-08-271h 08talkabout: A Film Podcast49. July Wrapped | The Tomorrow War, Old, Space Jam: A New LegacySend us a textThis week's episode is brought to you by plot holes, Looney Tunes and the Backstreet Boys...We are back and this week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout the three titled films as well as all the other releases in TV, Gaming and Music in July. Ellis talks about 13 trailers with the trailer of the week being Ridley Scott's 'House of Gucci': https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pGi3Bgn7U5U and Gwilym is full of news from anime to Pro Evolution Soccer. Here are some time stamps for the th...
2021-08-131h 12talkabout: A Film Podcast48. talkabout Gwilym's Island TimeSend us a textThis week Ellis & Gwilym talk in depth about a large expanse of sand in the middle of the ocean; specifically what would Gwilym choose as his luxury items and forms of entertainment were he to be placed there...almost alone?There is no news and trailer section this week but plenty of shenanigans are had throughout. Ellis somehow slips 'Surf's Up' into conversation, Gwilym tells a story about a creamy, white wine sauce and for some reason the podcast becomes a show hosted by travel agents. Summer is here, a...
2021-07-3058 mintalkabout: A Film Podcast47. talkabout Creating a Suicide SquadSend us a text"What are we some kind of Suicide Squad?" This week we talkabout what our dream Suicide Squad would look like. Both Ellis & Gwilym have dived into the multiverse and assembled a team of 8 criminals from various different films, TV shows and Video Games. It gets a little bizarre with discussions of poncho guns, Bob the Builder, monkey noises and 'the eight B's'. Elsewhere our usual sections are back but in smaller style, as only one big trailer has been released, Pixar's next feature 'Turning Red', which you can find by...
2021-07-231h 00talkabout: A Film Podcast45. talkabout Disney RemakesSend us a textIt's a tale as old as time...a beloved animated film is remade and labelled as 'live action' despite the majority of the film being made up of CGI. And it's time to discuss them all! This week we talkabout a handful of the Disney Live Action remakes. They feel unnecessary to so many, so we try to dissect the reasons behind that. In a week where the long banquet tables have turned, Gwilym has some fun/sadistic facts, Ellis feels sorry for Will Smith and we wonder what happened to M...
2021-07-091h 10talkabout: A Film Podcast43. On the Shelf: Night at the MuseumSend us a text"I'm made of wax Larry, what are you made of?" This week we talkabout the family film 'Night at the Museum' and decide whether it belongs on the DVD shelf or should be thrown in the bin. We get an idea for a new time loop movie, Gwilym makes weird noises and we discuss which is the more efficient method of light switch on: clapping or snapping. E3 takes over the news section, in which Ellis claims that the Playstation 2 is the superior console and we find out wha...
2021-06-2557 mintalkabout: A Film Podcast42. Top Ten 00's Films w/ GarethSend us a textBattling animated films; the emergence of the modern day franchise; and dramas galore...the 00's were full of great movies. But which ones are objectively the best ten?To answer that question, Ellis & Gwilym are joined by writer for Focus Film Gareth Bradwick to help us out in the most unpredictable list episode yet! Gwilym is a weeb, Ellis is full of fun facts and Gareth has a long, long list of rewatches to get through. In the weekly news and trailer sections, Gwilym gets angry with anime spinoffs a...
2021-06-181h 10talkabout: A Film Podcast38. talkabout Guilty Pleasures w/ Gary HewittSend us a text"Hey Alan!" And anyone else with a different name who perhaps doesn't understand that obscure reference...this week we talkabout GUILTY PLEASURE MOVIES with co-host of 'Choose Film' Podcast and filmmaker Gary Hewitt. Guilty pleasure movies are a personal thing to talkabout, but here Ellis, Gwilym and their special guest Gary are not holding back as they reveal all. With three films chosen by each of them these are 9 films that we're guilty about finding pleasure in. 'Sky High' has some very rogue relationship choices, 'Grown Ups 2' is full of S...
2021-05-211h 09talkabout: A Film Podcast37. List 'em up: PixarSend us a textWho doesn't love Pixar? No matter your age there's at least one film that resonates with a person from this animation studio's filmography. This week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout PIXAR by counting down their Top 10 films. From Bruce the Australian shark to MO the unsung hero of WALL-E; Bing Bong the tear maker to Frozone the ice breaker; all the characters you know and love are discussed in this TOP 10 PIXAR list. We discuss the most satisfying scene in cinema history, Ellis is Stone Cold Steve Austin and Gwilym goes on about s...
2021-05-141h 09talkabout: A Film Podcast36. Rewriting 'The Rise of Skywalker'Send us a textThere has even an awakening...have you felt it? It's the awakening of Star Wars fans all over the world as this week is Star Wars week so what better thing for Ellis & Gwilym to talkabout in this weeks episode than the trilogy of trilogies. Finally, after months of Zoom calls and Discord chats we have been reunited, and we've recorded this episode 6 feet apart instead of 6 counties apart. We've recorded the episode outside so be prepared to embrace birds chirping, cranes working and winds whirling. In this episode we di...
2021-05-071h 06talkabout: A Film Podcast35. April Wrapped | Godzilla vs. Kong, Palm Springs, Promising Young WomanSend us a textAre we stuck in a time loop? Maybe, I'm sure we've heard these wrapped episodes before! The only difference being that this time Ellis & Gwilym are here to talkabout April. We have picked the three biggest films of April and are dissecting them palm by palm in a spoilerific way. There's a lot of love for J.K.Simmons and at one point, Mickey Mouse and friends turn up for an unwelcome cameo. If you want to avoid spoilers then check the time stamps below: Godzilla vs. Kong | 20:40 - 32:10
2021-04-301h 09talkabout: A Film Podcast34. Gadgets & Gizmos 101 w/ GraphibroSend us a text"Where we're going we don't need roads!" because we're going to episode 34 where Ellis & Gwilym talkabout MOVIE INVENTIONS. If there is a road in this episode its the road to tangents, because we have a good all natter with the creators of Graphibro: Henry and John Williams. As product designers they're opinions on the quality of movie products are never-ending. Jurassic Park, Back to the Future, Limitless, Phineas and Ferb, Doctor Who, Black Mirror, The Incredibles, WALL-E, Men in Black, Rick & Morty and so much more is being discussed here. The wh...
2021-04-231h 08talkabout: A Film PodcastBlack Bear | Lawrence Michael LevineSend us a textIn this very special episode Ellis & Gwilym talkabout the new film 'Black Bear' with the movie's director: Lawrence Michael Levine. Within the episode they have an exclusive interview with the director talking about ambiguity, his narrative choices and what it was like to shoot on location. Then a spoiler-free mini review, stating the reasons why the film was such a triumph. The film is available on Friday the 23rd of April for £9.99 on VOD. We think it is well worth it and couldn't recommend it more. Let us know wha...
2021-04-1939 mintalkabout: A Film Podcast33. The One About Friends w/ BecciSend us a text"Oh...My...God" this week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout FRIENDS. The hit TV show has entertained many generations for the past three decades, so we invited Friends lover Becci Houlston onto the pod to chat all things chick, duck and extra large coffee cups. The three of us chat through the best characters, episodes, seasons, cameos and we speculate what may come from the Friends reunion special. "I've never seen Friends!" "What? How?" "I just haven't okay! So this episode has nothing for me."
2021-04-161h 09talkabout: A Film Podcast32. On the Shelf: Charlie & The Chocolate FactorySend us a textThis week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout Tim Burton's 2005 adaptation of CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY. In our new concept called 'On the Shelf', we decide if a beloved family film is just as beloved as we thought by ripping the thing to shreds; picking it apart piece by piece. There's talk of literal chocolate labradors, concerns over Oompa Loompas' finances and a discussion on Tim Burton as a director. Genius or downright crazy? Or both...like us. The trailer of the week is Black Widow because of course it is, and...
2021-04-091h 05talkabout: A Film Podcast31. March Wrapped | Cherry, Raya & The Last Dragon, Zack Snyder's Justice LeagueSend us a textThis week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout MARCH and all its releases. We have very split opinions on the three main films we discuss and it leads to our first ever proper fallout. To avoid spoilers on those three films, skip ahead using the time stamps below: Cherry | 25:15 - 32:55Raya & The Last Dragon | 37:45 - 45:15Zack Snyder's Justice League | 50:20 - 1:06:10 Plus, as well as these spoilerific breakdowns we have some spoiler free zones in which we discuss a month in TV, gaming and music. And some spoiler free mini reviews...
2021-04-021h 09talkabout: A Film Podcast30. British Bands w/ ApolloSend us a textThis week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout the BEST BRITISH BANDS. In a tournament/March Madness style bracket we work out who is the number one British Band of all time. And they are not alone, they are joined by two members of the band Apollo (in addition to Ellis): the guitarist Oli Law, and drummer Joe Durham. The four lads talk about Queen, The Who, Royal Blood, McFly, Led Zeppelin, Kasabian and so many more. Plus, one of us announces himself as a Coldplay fan! Greg Davies, Over the Hedge, wearing dresses, flavours o...
2021-03-261h 07talkabout: A Film Podcast29. List 'em up: Christopher NolanSend us a textThis week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout the films of CHRISTOPHER NOLAN in our first (and last) inverted episode. From 'Memento' to 'Tenet' we discuss the ten films that have messed with people's minds and left audiences unravelling his non-linear, confusing or (literally) backwards storytelling. In discussion, is a Top 10 list compiled of individual lists sent in by listeners of the podcast and expert Nolan fans. The only film not to be put up for contention was 'Following'; listen in to the episode to find out why...Ellis does impressions of the Bee Gees...
2021-03-191h 09talkabout: A Film Podcast28. Ellis' Endless EntertainmentSend us a textThis week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout...well, Ellis. In the most chilled episode EVER, the concept is a familiar one that we've totally not ripped off: Ellis is stuck on a desert island and is given a small selection of items of entertainment to be stranded with. The categories up for discussion are: film, TV show, book, song, album, object, famous person and game. So what does he choose?Well there's conversations of Blu-ray vs. DVD, how good violent games are for your positive mental wellbeing and who are the Iggulden brothers? And...
2021-03-121h 05talkabout: A Film Podcast27. February Wrapped | Malcolm & Marie, Greenland, I Care a LotSend us a textThis week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout FEBRUARY and all its releases. We go in depth on three films that when intertwined could have alternate titles: Malcolm & Marie, Greenland and I Care a Lot (Clarke & Marie, Meanland and I Swear a Lot). But don't worry about spoilers, we've added time stamps below so that you can skip over the bits you'd rather not hear. As well as the three big ones we also talkabout the many other movie releases of the month; from Flora & Ulysses to Willy's Wonderland it's been a weird 28 days. TV...
2021-03-051h 05talkabout: A Film Podcast26. The Movie Musical w/ Adam & LucasSend us a textThis week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout MUSICAL FILMS and they are joined by Musical Theatre students Adam Pugh & Lucas Ward. The four of them got to discussing everything from 'Singin' in the Rain' to 'Cats', the good the bad and the Corden. Gwilym gets hyped over the song 'This is Me', Lucas brings up Russell Crowe's incredible vocals, and for some reason 'Gavin and Stacey' is mentioned twice. In other areas, the news is still full of havoc with the main item concerning Tom Hardy, and the Trailer of the week is t...
2021-02-261h 05talkabout: A Film Podcast25. Party like it's 1999 | John HaySend us a textIt's the 25th episode of the "funnest and most goosebumpy" podcast! And because of that we've made it a bumper instalment in our longest episode yet. The big discussion is the TOP TEN 90'S FILMS. From Forrest Gump to Mission Impossible every film released between 1990 and 1999 was up for consideration. We are joined again by Gareth Bradwick who's back due to popular demand to discuss the decade. Gareth is a crier, Ellis has a heart of stone and Gwilym makes some rogue decisions, it's all happening. Plus there is a lot of love...
2021-02-191h 48talkabout: A Film Podcast24. Becoming Na'viSend us a textThis week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout THE BEST AND WORST OF MOVIE CGI. The highs and lows, but mostly lows of CGI use in cinema is an interesting topic to discuss. Not only do we chat about the good and the bad but also we discuss what the increase in CGI use could mean for the future of cinema. We talk about Marvel way too much, all of our impressions sound exactly the same and we make love through the world of Pandora. Sounds like a weird one right? Well we don't think y...
2021-02-121h 04talkabout: A Film Podcast23. January Wrapped | Wonder Woman 1984, One Night in Miami, The DigSend us a textThis week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout January and all its releases. They go in depth on the big releases of the month: Wonder Woman 1984, One Night in Miami and The Dig. But don't worry about spoilers, we've added the time stamps below so that you can skip over the bits you'd rather not hear. As well as those big drops, we talkabout other films including Palmer and Pieces of a Woman, and the big game of January: Hitman 3. But the busiest place to be this month was in television. Bridgerton, It's a Sin, A perfec...
2021-02-051h 07talkabout: A Film Podcast22. Let's talkabout Lord of the Rings w/ Ellis PSend us a text"There is some good in this world...and it's worth fighting for." This week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout LORD OF THE RINGS. And they are not alone, they are joined in the virtual pod studio by Middle Earth mega fan, Ellis Potter. He's a regular listener to the pod and fills us with fun Shire-filled facts and favoured quotes. The three of us tackle those questions that everyone is dying to know the answers to: Which location in Middle Earth would be the best to live in? Is Gandalf's staff compensating fo...
2021-01-291h 12talkabout: A Film Podcast21. Daleks & GarlicsSend us a textThis week Smellis & Gwilbum talkabout ICONIC TV VILLAINS. From Cersei Lannister to Plankton there's a real variety being discussed. Does 'The Office' have a villain? How ripped is Mr Burns? And which 'Doctor Who' villain terrified Gwilym the most? These are all questions that we have the answers to! Loads of trailers dropped this week so we just discuss a couple of the big ones. Whilst Gwilym brings news items including a new Indiana Jones game, Matt Damon, 'Peaky Blinders' and Ellis hijacks the section once again to announce one of the m...
2021-01-221h 00talkabout: A Film Podcast20. Nobody puts Raiden in the cornerSend us a textThis week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout VIDEO GAME MOVIES. The highs, the lows, mainly lows to be honest, but there's the occasional high (if you count 3 stars as high). 'Warcraft', 'Assassins Creed' and 'Pokemon Detective Pikachu' are amongst the films in discussion here. Yes, notoriously video game movies aren't critically or commercially received in a positive light, but we do try to find some likeable aspects to the genre. In conversation here is the prospect of putting John Wick in every single video game movie, the future of video game adaptations and a couple...
2021-01-1558 mintalkabout: A Film Podcast19. The talkabout Awards 2020Send us a textThis week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout the year that we're glad to see the back of, but excited to discuss. Not to remember the hoarding of toilet roll or depletion of any social etiquette, but to fondly look back on an incredible year for film, music, gaming and television. With most of us stuck inside it's given an opportunity for people to binge to their heart's content. Music streaming has been higher than ever, streaming services have seen a major rise in popularity and television has saved many people from going slightly insane. I...
2021-01-081h 04talkabout: A Film Podcast18. The Boys of Aardman w/ JoeSend us a textHappy New Year! We're just crackers about Aardman! This week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout AARDMAN films but yet again, they are not alone. A young "man" who is a lover of Wallace & co and had to be involved with a podcast talking about the thicc-ness of Mr Tweedy, it's Ellis' younger brother Joe Barthorpe. The three of them get knees deep in all things claymation and somehow Surfs Up crawls its way back onto the pod. The lads discuss the problems with star ratings; which Aardman cast is the most star studded a...
2021-01-011h 03talkabout: A Film Podcast17. From wise man to brussel sprout w/ MimSend us a textHappy Christmas! We've popped an extra present in your stocking this week in the form of a brand new podcast episode. The final episode of 2020...This week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout CHRISTMAS FILMS. But they are not alone. There's a whisper from Gwil's mic, laughter can be heard betwixt the boys' words of wisdom, and that is because Mim Roberts, the sister of Gwilym and designer of podcast art is upon this very pod to spread the Christmas cheer. The three of them have a good ol' natter about the festive genre...
2020-12-241h 30talkabout: A Film Podcast16. School Christmas Dinner | Helen O'HaraSend us a textThis week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout CHRISTMAS SONGS. In a tournament style format they decide which Christmas song is the best! Plus, we are so excited to bring you our first interview on the podcast, with Editor-at-Large for 'Empire Magazine' and host of new podcast 'Bah Humbug: A Christmas movie podcast with Helen O'Hara': HELEN O'HARA herself. We talk about the want for cinemas to return, the formula to a good Christmas film and we manage to get a name drop of a certain Keanu Reeves. In the main bulk of...
2020-12-181h 31talkabout: A Film PodcastBONUS: Disney Investor DaySend us a textIn a BONUS EPISODE Ellis & Gwilym talkabout DISNEY INVESTOR DAY. From 'Baymax!' to 'The Bad Batch'; 'Chip & Dale' to Tony Hale; 'Loki' to Hokey Cokey (no wait that isn't one). There is loads of shizzle to talk through so we decided to jump on a call and dig our teeth into everything in this very special podcast instalment. Get following now If you don't already at: Twitter - @talkabout_pod Instagram - focusfilmmovies Thanks, and enjoy the pod x Support the showF...
2020-12-141h 00talkabout: A Film Podcast15. List 'em up: Marvel Cinematic UniverseSend us a textThis week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout the films included in the INFINITY SAGA. From Iron Man to Spider-Man Far From Home the lads discuss a Top 10 list compiled of individual lists sent in by listeners and friends alike. There's discussions on the best Stan Lee cameo; which is the saddest death in the MCU; which Avengers film is the funniest and Gwilym gets super hyped for it all. Plus the episode is overflowing with Ellis' fun facts and an almighty sneeze. If Marvel isn't your jam then that's okay...you're wrong, go a...
2020-12-111h 29talkabout: A Film Podcast14. Cast Away: SuperheroSend us a textThis week on talkabout with Ellis & Gwilym, we bring you our second instalment in the 'Cast Away' series, which sees the lads create their own SUPERHERO MOVIE using character archetypes and filling them with a diverse cast. Yet again, both of the boys perform terrible American accents as they cast: Alison Brie Dev Patel Jon Hamm Sandra Oh Josh Hutcherson Daniel Kaluuya (To clarify, this is all a fiction, no real film has been created and no actual cast members are involved...but they will be...
2020-12-041h 36talkabout: A Film Podcast13. Adding Blofeld to the Deadly 60Send us a textThe name's Ellis & Gwilym...talkabout with Ellis & Gwilym. This week the boys talkabout who should be the next actor to play the notorious JAMES BOND. This is our Octopussy, our 13th instalment in which we discuss a wide pool of actors from Idris Elba to Steve Backshall, and try to decide who should play 007 next. We even discuss the prospect of Gwilym being the next Bond. Fassbender? Hiddleston? Hardy? Kaluuya? We discuss them all. If the dapper nature of Jimmy Bond isn't quite your style, then...well quite frankly wh...
2020-11-271h 12talkabout: A Film Podcast12. Gaming through the AgesSend us a textThis week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout GAMING and the nostalgia that surrounds it. Whether you're an avid gamer using the Playstation or Xbox consoles, or a part-time golfer swinging your wii remote at your telly, the majority of new generation homes have been riddled with gaming consoles. The lads discuss them at length here and the games that they remember playing since they were wee. The lads take a trip down memory lane and remember the greatest game to grace the Earth 'Peggle', Ellis recalls being jealous of those kids who had wii s...
2020-11-201h 17talkabout: A Film Podcast11. Acceptable in the 80's w/ GarethSend us a text"HEY YOU GUYS!" This week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout 80'S FILMS. And for the first time yet, they are not alone. The lads are joined by Welsh speaker on 'Ways' travel app and writer for Focus Film review blog, Gareth Bradwick. He has joined the (virtual) podcast studio this week to discuss a Top 10 80's movies. Ellis, Gwilym and Gareth created their individual Top 20 lists, and the three have been joined together to create one ultimate Top 10. Plus throughout the episode, there are many husky laughs, load and loads of re...
2020-11-131h 30talkabout: A Film Podcast10. Bus TurdsSend us a textThis week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout the difference between American and British comedy TV shows. In an episode where 'The Angry Birds' movie is mentioned twice, the lads have a UK vs USA showdown by battling through categories of comedy shows. From British panel shows to American sitcoms, the lads have tried to discuss every area of the world of television comedy possible. Ellis fangirls over Jimmy Fallon, Gwilym has some rogue opinions on the definition of a sitcom, and the boys converse over the identity of the Ass Crack Bandit. Plus, the re...
2020-11-061h 20talkabout: A Film Podcast9. The Monster MunchSend us a textThis week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout the most ICONIC MOVIE VILLAINS. From Al Pacino to Jennifer Saunders, many actors have taken to the villainous role in the world's biggest films. The lads have split all of these villains into categories and throughout the length of the episode they choose the very best of the best. Gwilym steps into fun fact territory as he ruins the 'Monster Mash' for everyone and one decision is made using a dreaded coin flip. If like us, you've got used to the terrible impressions that the lads like to...
2020-10-301h 10talkabout: A Film Podcast8. Cast Away: HorrorSend us a textThis week on talkabout with Ellis & Gwilym, we bring you our first instalment in a sub-genre of creativity. 'Cast Away' sees the lads create their own movie using character archetypes and filling them with a diverse cast. This week, to be fitting with the season, the genre chosen was Horror, and a star-studded cast of impressive individuals were chosen to perform it (through the terrible vocal impressions of both Ellis & Gwilym). Rosamund Pike, Shia LaBeouf, Ana De Armas, Don Cheadle, Florence Pugh and Joe Keery were chosen to f...
2020-10-231h 14talkabout: A Film Podcast7. Segueing like WIldfireSend us a textThis week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout their favourite and least favourite MOVIE TROPES & CLICHES. By going off on many a tangent and performing many an impression, this episode is the most bizarre but most fun yet. Walking from an explosion, confusing bedsheets and musical motifs are all discussed in detail here. Plus the conversation segues into in-depth discussions on 'fat shaming' and 'Fridging' in modern day cinema. Gwilym performs a Wilhelm scream, Ellis sings the entire 'Avengers: Endgame' soundtrack, and the lads conclude with an intense Mexican Standoff. You wa...
2020-10-1658 mintalkabout: A Film Podcast6. List 'em up: Quentin TarantinoSend us a textThis week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout the works of the esteemed auteur, Quentin Tarantino. The lads talk through a Top 10 list compiled of individual lists sent in by listeners and friends alike. From 'Reservoir Dogs' to 'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood' everything in Tarantino's filmography is discussed in great detail and the final Top 10 is a compilation of over 15 lists that were sent in. Gwilym attempts a Brooklyn accent, Ellis gives a heap of fun facts, and the lads have a fair few heated debates. Is Kill Bill 2 a western? What's in the...
2020-10-091h 08talkabout: A Film Podcast5. It's all about DeanoSend us a textThis week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout creating their own work. They interview one another on the processes they take when writing: Gwilym has written one man plays and short films for his masters degree, whilst Ellis has written a novel called 'Oak Vengeance', which is available to buy on Amazon now (link at the bottom). If you've read the book, this episode will answer questions that you may have had after reading; if not then enjoy hearing about the processes the two took to create their own work. The lads also discuss some o...
2020-10-0259 mintalkabout: A Film Podcast4. Year 6 DiscoSend us a textThis week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout One hit wonders. For the first music inspired episode yet, they are using a tournament-style format to find out what is truly the best one hit wonder of all time. With disputes over Rick Astley and love for ChumbaWamba the final song could really be anything. Play along with the lads by visiting their Twitter page @talkabout_pod where you will find the black version of the tournament. We also top the pod with our weekly News Reviews section in which the boys are NOT sponsored by A...
2020-09-251h 13talkabout: A Film Podcast3. Watermelon PedroSend us a textThis week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout the characters of the hit HBO show 'Game of Thrones'. The lads go season by season comparing their favourite and least favourite character arcs and pieces of development. From Stark to Lannister, Baratheon to Hodor, every major character is discussed. Plus, who is Watermelon Pedro? But, if Thrones isn't your cup of cha then do not fret; we still top and tail the pod with our News Reviews section and our Would you Rather question. Perhaps Strictly Come Dancing and James Bond is more to your liking.
2020-09-181h 22talkabout: A Film Podcast2. Rock RantSend us a textThis week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout all things D.C. as they discuss every project revealed at the D.C. FanDome. New trailers, new pictures and some casting details there was so much to talk about. Also, Gwilym nerds out over D&D in our News Reviews section and just the mention of the Snyder cut makes Ellis groan...a lot. With thanks to @mr.interiordesign for the brilliant artwork and James Milsom for the cracking theme tune. Enjoy! Support the showFollow our Instagram here...
2020-09-1142 mintalkabout: A Film Podcast1. Lockdown StyleSend us a textThis week Ellis & Gwilym talkabout all things lockdown as they discuss everything from 'Tiger King' to 'Tenet'. The lads compare what films they've watched and rewatched since the start of March before delving into the games they've played and TV Shows they've binged. Gwilym raves about the "Goats of Tsushima" whilst Ellis recommends two heartwarming comedies. With thanks to @mr.interiordesign for the brilliant artwork and James Milsom for the belter of a theme tune. Enjoy! Support the showFollow our Instagram here - htt...
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