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Cine-CritiqueMiranda Otto (Eowyn) LORD OF THE RINGS discussion on War of the RohirrimThere's a new Lord of the Rings film, it's anime, I really enjoyed it. Australia's own Miranda Otto returns as Eowyn to narrate this Middle Earth adventure and we had a conversation I hope you enjoy as much as I did. Miranda is part of a creative family I adore, dad Barry Otto an Australian icon and in particular actor, writer, director Gracie Otto. Besides LOTR, I've enjoyed Miranda in;Talk to Me (2022) Cashmere Mafia (2008) Dead Letter Office (1998) The Portable Door (2023) Doin' Time for Patsy Cline (1997)2024-12-1313 min
For Your ReferenceInterview with “LOTR: The War of the Rohirrim” Actress, Miranda OttoSend us a textThis week we interview Miranda Otto, acclaimed for her role as Eowyn in 'The Lord of the Rings.' Otto reflects on the impact of Eowyn's character on women and her return to the Middle-Earth universe in 'The War of Rohirrim,' set 200 years before 'The Lord of the Rings.' She shares her experiences with the narration and emotional depth of the new film, the strong feminine energy inherent in characters like Eowyn and Hera, and the challenges of working in an animated format. Otto also provides personal insights on acting and...2024-12-1210 min
Popcorn PodcastMiranda Otto interview (The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim)National treasure Miranda Otto is here to talk about her new film The War of the Rohirrim. The anime adventure expands JRR Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings with a story about Helm Hammerhand and the battle to save his people at the fortress that would come to be known as Helm's Deep. In a special Popcorn Podcast chat, Otto shares what it was like to revisit her iconic character Éowyn, her admiration of Hera’s strong female voice and reveals what it would take for her to return in a live action LOTR film.More Pop...2024-12-1113 min
Popcorn PodcastThe Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim writers interviewVenture to Middle Earth with Popcorn Podcast and The War of the Rohirrim co-writers Arty Papageorgiou and Phoebe Gittins. The duo takes us behind the scenes of their new original film that reawakens JRR Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings in a way we haven’t seen before – as anime – with a story inspired by part of an appendix Tolkien wrote detailing the history of Rohan’s rulers. In our chat, we discover how Papageorgiou and Gittins convinced Miranda Otto to reprise her role as Eowyn; why hero Hera is so much more than a warrior princess; and why anime...2024-12-1017 min
Into The Geek-Verse With Zach PopeThe Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim (2024) Movie Review | A DisappointmentThe long-awaited return to Middle-earth, The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim, aimed to captivate fans with its anime-inspired storytelling and epic backdrop of Rohan’s legendary history. Directed by Kenji Kamiyama and featuring the talents of Brian Cox, Gaia Wise, and Miranda Otto, this film explores the untold story of Helm Hammerhand and his daughter Héra as they fight to defend Rohan from the Dunlendings. But does it honor J.R.R. Tolkien’s legacy, or does it falter under its lofty ambitions?
In this review, I dive deep into why The War of the R...2024-12-0907 min
CINECASTLe Seigneur des Anneaux : La Guerre des RohirrimNotre critique du film "Le Seigneur des Anneaux : La Guerre des Rohirrim" réalisé par Kenji Kamiyama avec Brian Cox, Gaia Wise, Miranda Otto. Abonnez-vous au podcast CINECAST sur la plateforme de votre choix : https://smartlink.ausha.co/cinecast --- Titre : Le Seigneur des Anneaux : La Guerre des Rohirrim Sortie : 11 décembre 2024 Réalisé par Kenji Kamiyama Avec : Brian Cox, Gaia Wise, Miranda Otto. Synopsis : Ce nouveau chapitre, situé 183 ans avant la trilogie du SEIGNEUR DES ANNEAUX, explore l'histoire de la Maison de Helm Poing-de-Marteau, roi de R...2024-12-0911 min
JAM Nation with Jonesy & Amanda📺 EXCLUSIVE CHAT: Miranda OttoThe super talented Miranda Otto joins Jonesy & Amanda to chat about her brand new Stan show, Thou Shalt Not Steal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2024-10-3105 min
The West End Frame Show: Theatre News, Reviews & ChatS10 Ep25 (ft. Caitlyn Burt & Amir Shoenfeld): A Chorus Line, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Your Lie In April, Drew Gehling, Lizzie + more!Musical theatre writers Caitlyn Burt & Amir Shoenfeld (When We Strike) co-host The West End Frame Show!Andrew Caitlyn and Amir discuss A Chorus Line (Sadler's Wells) and I'm Gonna Marry You Tobey Maguire (Southwark Playhouse) as well as the latest news about Lin-Manuel Miranda's new musical, Your Lie In April, Dear Evan Hansen in Australia, The History Boys and lots more. Caitlyn and Amir were the first writing team to be selected for the Cameron Mackintosh Composer Residency, hosted by Theatr Clwyd in 2022. They are the creators of new musical in development, Otto Weidt's Brush And...2024-08-0642 min
Mirror Movie UniverseFix Lord of the Rings Return of the KingBack by popular demand, Brian and Dan finish out the Lord of the Rings Trilogy by fixing the Return of the King! Yes, we know it won 11 Oscars and is widely regarded as perfect, but not to us! We're gonna fix it.
00:00 - Intro
01:12 - Movie Recap
10:58 - What Dan Loves
14:00 - What Brian Loves
17:48 - Dan's Fix
21:05 - Brian's Fix
"The Return of the King" stands as the crowning achievement of J.R.R. Tolkien's literary legacy, a monumental epic that continues to captivate readers and audiences alike with its richly imagined world, complex characters, and timeless themes. Tolkien's...2024-03-2626 min
3' Grezzi di Cristina Marras3' grezzi Ep. 686 Lettere mancantiUn ufficio postale sperduto su un'isoletta del Giappone dove si raccolgono le lettere mai arrivate a destinazione. TRASCRIZIONE [ENG translation below]C'è un vecchio film degli anni '80, della fine degli anni 80 intitolato 'Dead Letter Office', l'Ufficio delle lettere morte. Un film che vidi, un film proprio piccino piccino, che non so se abbia avuto una distribuzione fuori dall'Australia, un film australiano con tra l'altro Miranda Otto che è una bravissima attrice australiana.Comunque, perché ve ne sto parlando? Perché racconta la storia di questa ragazza che lavora in un ufficio postale molto particolare dove arri...2023-12-2503 min
Pop Culture Unplugged w/ EliasEzekiel Pacheco: A Tale of Transformation Through ’At The Gates’
Step into the shadows of "At The Gates" with an exclusive behind-the-scenes interview featuring Ezekiel Pacheco in the cave on Press Day, host Elias delves deep into the heart of this highly anticipated film, directed by the talented Augustus Meleo Bernstein and featuring a stellar cast that includes Miranda Otto, Noah Wyle, Vanessa Benavente, Sadie Stanley, and the enigmatic Ezekiel Pacheco himself.
As the spotlight turns towards Ezekiel, he unveils the secrets behind his compelling role and provides a rare glimpse into the intricate tapestry of the filmmaking process. Join us as Ezekiel Pacheco sheds light on...2023-11-2005 min
Paltrocast With Darren PaltrowitzMiranda Otto + Neil deGrasse Tyson + Director Scott Hamilton Kennedy + Devon AllmanThis "Paltrocast" features interviews with actress Miranda Otto, "Shot In The Arm" producer Neil deGrasse Tyson and director Scott Hamilton Kennedy, and musician Devon Allman. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.
2023-11-1628 min
The Complete Guide to Horror Movies#78 - Talk to Me (2023) - Retrospective and ReviewJoin BP, Coop, Pablo and Justin as we review Talk To Me, the Australian supernatural horror film directed by Danny and Michael Philippou and written by Danny Philippou and Bill Hinzman, based on a concept by Daley Pearson. It stars Sophie Wilde, Alexandra Jensen, Joe Bird, Otis Dhanji, Miranda Otto, Zoe Terakes, Chris Alosio, Marcus Johnson, and Alexandria Steffensen. The film follows a group of teenagers who discover they are able to contact spirits using a mysterious embalmed hand, only for things to go too far.
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00:00 Queen Miranda Otto
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00:33 Introducing...2023-10-3035 minThe Complete Guide to Horror Movies#78 - Talk to Me (2023) - Retrospective and ReviewJoin BP, Coop, Pablo and Justin as we review Talk To Me, the Australian supernatural horror film directed by Danny and Michael Philippou and written by Danny Philippou and Bill Hinzman, based on a concept by Daley Pearson. It stars Sophie Wilde, Alexandra Jensen, Joe Bird, Otis Dhanji, Miranda Otto, Zoe Terakes, Chris Alosio, Marcus Johnson, and Alexandria Steffensen. The film follows a group of teenagers who discover they are able to contact spirits using a mysterious embalmed hand, only for things to go too far.
Chapters
00:00 Queen Miranda Otto
00:16 Title Sequence
00:33 Introducing...2023-10-3035 min
Two Girls One PodFBoy Island, Alone and Miranda OttoYou know we LOVE our TV, so today we're doing a whole ep on what shows we are obsessing over at the moment! FBoy Island Australia has kicked off and Angie's got a recap for you if you're not sure whether you want to indulge just yet. Plus she's got some behind the scenes goss! The winner of the very first Alone Australia has been crowned and we are here for it! And Yvie interviewed the amazing Miranda Otto for her role as cult leader in the new Disney Plus series The Clea...2023-06-0127 min
TV RELOADMiranda Otto & Hazem Shammas - THE CLEARING - ActorsThis chat I am joined by actors ‘Mirranda Otto’ and ‘Hazem Shammas.' We unpack their latest roles in 'Disney +' first Australian scripted drama series called ‘The Clearing' which starts today on 'Disney +.' “The Clearing” is an eight-part psychological thriller based on the best-selling crime novel ‘In The Clearing’, which is inspired by the darkness of real-life-cults in Australia and around the world. Filmed across Victoria, “The Clearing” is an emotional and psychological thriller that follows the nightmares of a cult and a woman who’s forced to face the demons from her past in order to stop the kidnapping an...2023-05-2327 min
Silence on SetMiranda Otto and Teresa Palmer talk new thriller, 'The Clearing,' and a mother's strengthWe sat down with legends Miranda Otto and Teresa Palmer to discuss their new psychological thriller, The Clearing. Both Palmer and Otto play mothers willing to do anything necessary for their kids... however the two characters they play not only view how to handle things differently, but they both have a history together that might fracture their entire relationship. Meanwhile, Palmer's character is forced to face the tragedies of her past to stop the kidnapping of innocent children. Otto and Palmer discuss how they got into their characters, what it was like working together, their favorite scenes, some of...2023-05-2009 min
Remember This. Remember Me. (intimate stories about death and grief)Tia and Trevor: life after child loss (Otto's Story)This has been the hardest and the most emotional episodes I've published this far. I actually deleted it at one point. With Tia's permission, this episode will remain in the vault for everyone to hear. Every word shared between us comes from love. I am not the same person since my talk with Tia. My life has certainly changed. Thank you, Tia. There aren't enough words to express my gratitude for your willingness to share your life and Otto with us. The letter I wrote to Tia and Trevor is the following episode.F...2023-04-2757 minRemember This. Remember Me. (intimate stories about death and grief)Dear Tia and Trevor (the letter) For the last 4 days I have been flooded with messages to write for Tia and Trevor. I wanted to publish this as a separate episode so Tia, Trevor, and anyone else can come back and listen to it again, and again.This letter is special, emotional, and it was only written with love. I am forever grateful for you Tia and Trevor. And it was beyond special to connect with your precious boy, Otto. Follow Tia and all her family adventures on IG: https://www.instagram.com/lifeisstillrad/Share your story w...2023-04-2108 minRemember This. Remember Me. (intimate stories about death and grief)Tia and Trevor: life after child loss ( Otto's story)This is another episode that has changed my life. Tia and I have one of the most beautiful and emotional conversation about the passing of her 3 year old son, Otto. Without a doubt Otto guided us together. It was truly an honor to hear Tia and Trevor's story. It was an honor to connect with their sweet, and powerful, little boy in the spirit world. Thank you for being open to recording this episode. I am not the same person since I met you. Tia and Trevor's letter has been published as a separate episode. Make sure...2023-04-2157 min
The Entertainment Hotline with Anita AnabelStan's The Portable Door with Miranda Otto, Sophie Wilde and Patrick Gibson and Binge's Succession with Nicholas BraunIn today’s double episode, host Anita Anabel chats to the stars of Stan Original film The Portable Door, Miranda Otto, Sophie Wilde and Patrick Gibson. Anita met with them just after they walked the blue carpet at the world premiere of their new film, which also stars Christoph Waltz and Sam Neil.Then, following a Binge Live Event, Anita sat down with Succession star Nicholas Braun who is plays popular — and loveable character — Cousin Greg.Stream The Portable Door on Stan from April 7 and the final season of Succession on Binge, now.Follow us on Inst...2023-04-0538 min
This Seats TakenPlaneOn todays episode I am joined by my old man and my youngest brother. Together we watched Plane, a high intense thriller that triggers a new flying fear for me. We also watched A Man Called Otto starring Tom Hanks. An unexpected tear jerker that redeems Tom Hank for his character choices in 2022. We finished the episode by reviewing 300. Another Gerard Butler movie that was a great intense thriller. A Man Called Otto (2023) Directed by Marc Forster. Otto is a grump who's given up on life following the loss of his wife and wants to...2023-01-161h 16
Clayton Howe’s EntertainmentxMiranda Otto: Part 2 ”Listen”Miranda Otto (IG:@miranda.otto) made her major film debut in Emma's War (1987), in which she played a teenager who moves to Australia's bush country during World War II. After a decade of critically acclaimed roles in Australian films, Otto gained Hollywood's attention during the 1990s after appearing in supporting roles in the films The Thin Red Line (1998) and What Lies Beneath (2000). She played Éowyn in the second and third installments of Peter Jackson's The Lord of the Rings film series. We discuss key moments in her career, her acting process, self talk and how important it is to li...2022-03-3126 min
The MovieJeff.com Review Show432: Human Nature (2001)Human Nature is a 2001 comedy-drama film written by Charlie Kaufman and directed by Michel Gondry in his directorial debut. The film stars Tim Robbins, Rhys Ifans, Miranda Otto and Patricia Arquette. I was 100% sure this came out before Being John Malkovich (which I'll be reviewing tomorrow), but alas no — some Mandela effect shit, folks.𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰https://themoviereviewshow.blogspot.com/2022/03/human-nature.html𝐅𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐰twitter https://twitter.com/MovieJeffDotComyoutube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpONT6Yp423GzUrHDDqBL3gletterboxd https://letterboxd.com/jeffmoviewebsite http://moviejeff.comSend the show an email--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easie...2022-03-2920 min
Clayton Howe’s EntertainmentxMiranda Otto: Part 1 ”Listen”Miranda Otto (IG:@miranda.otto) made her major film debut in Emma's War (1987), in which she played a teenager who moves to Australia's bush country during World War II. After a decade of critically acclaimed roles in Australian films, Otto gained Hollywood's attention during the 1990s after appearing in supporting roles in the films The Thin Red Line (1998) and What Lies Beneath (2000). She played Éowyn in the second and third installments of Peter Jackson's The Lord of the Rings film series. We discuss key moments in her career, her acting process, self talk and how important it is to li...2022-03-2817 min
Movie ChumpsEpisode 95: The Return of the KingLuke's up in arms about the lack of help from the dwarves and elves at the Minas Tirith & Mordor battles, before Corrye sets him straight. Both Chumps lose their patience with Denethor, but happy he "flamed out" (too soon?). PLUS: crowd-pleasing Legolas moments; Miranda Otto does it again; the extended edition tidbits; the 74 "endings," and the majesty of Samwise/Sean Astin.2022-01-231h 40
Feminism, Women’s Stories: The Creative Process: Empowering Stories, Inspiring Women, Gender Equality, Women's Rights & EmpowermentMarian Macgowan · Executive Producer of Hulu’s “The Great” starring Elle Fanning discusses women’s issues under Catherine the Great (Highlights)"As a filmmaker, what you are selling and your primary asset is yourself, so the clearer you are about yourself, the clearer you can “play yourself”, the more effective you’re going to be in expressing the ideas that you are particularly gifted to do. So that clarity of voice is as important for a writer or a director or producer as it is for a performer or a musician or anybody else. You want to find the best version of yourself and that is about recognizing when those moments of clarity are there and when they are not."...2022-01-2100 minFilm & TV, The Creative Process: Acting, Directing, Writing, Cinematography, Producers, Composers, Costume Design, Talk Art & CreativityMarian Macgowan · Executive Producer of “The Great” starring Elle Fanning & Nicholas Hoult, feature films & documentaries (Highlights)"As a filmmaker, what you are selling and your primary asset is yourself, so the clearer you are about yourself, the clearer you can “play yourself”, the more effective you’re going to be in expressing the ideas that you are particularly gifted to do. So that clarity of voice is as important for a writer or a director or producer as it is for a performer or a musician or anybody else. You want to find the best version of yourself and that is about recognizing when those moments of clarity are there and when they are not."...2022-01-2100 minThe Creative Process - Arts, Culture, Society - 2021-2022MARIAN MACGOWAN - Executive Producer of Hulu's The Great starring Elle Fanning & Nicholas Hoult - Highlights"As a filmmaker, what you are selling and your primary asset is yourself, so the clearer you are about yourself, the clearer you can “play yourself”, the more effective you’re going to be in expressing the ideas that you are particularly gifted to do. So that clarity of voice is as important for a writer or a director or producer as it is for a performer or a musician or anybody else. You want to find the best version of yourself and that is about recognizing when those moments of clarity are there and when they are not."...2022-01-2100 min
The Creative Process · Arts, Culture & Society: Books, Film, Music, TV, Art, Writing, Creativity, Education, Environment, Theatre, Dance, LGBTQ, Climate Change, Social Justice, Spirituality, Feminism, Tech, SustainabilityMARIAN MACGOWAN - Executive Producer of Hulu's The Great starring Elle Fanning & Nicholas Hoult - Highlights"As a filmmaker, what you are selling and your primary asset is yourself, so the clearer you are about yourself, the clearer you can “play yourself”, the more effective you’re going to be in expressing the ideas that you are particularly gifted to do. So that clarity of voice is as important for a writer or a director or producer as it is for a performer or a musician or anybody else. You want to find the best version of yourself and that is about recognizing when those moments of clarity are there and when they are not."M...2022-01-2110 min
The Creative Process · Arts, Culture & Society: Books, Film, Music, TV, Art, Writing, Creativity, Education, Environment, Theatre, Dance, LGBTQ, Climate Change, Social Justice, Spirituality, Feminism, Tech, Sustainability“The Great” starring Elle Fanning & Nicholas Hoult w/ Exec. Producer, MARIAN MACGOWANMarian Macgowan is a producer with a global imprint, working across film, documentary and television mediums. As principal of the independent Australian production company Macgowan Films, her company develops, finances and produces feature films, television, and documentaries. Currently preparing for Season 3 of the critically acclaimed Emmy, Critics Choice nominee for Best Comedy Series, and Golden Globe nominee for Best Television Series – Musical or Comedy, THE GREAT.Marian Macgowan has produced or executive-produced international films as LILIAN’S STORY, with Toni Collette; Gregor Jordan's TWO HANDS, with Rose Byrne, Bryan Brown, and Heath Ledger; Tony McNamara's THE RAGE IN PLA...2022-01-2146 min
Film & TV, The Creative Process: Acting, Directing, Writing, Cinematography, Producers, Composers, Costume Design, Talk Art & CreativityMarian Macgowan · Executive Producer of Hulu’s “The Great” starring Elle Fanning & Nicholas Hoult, feature films & documentaries (46 mins)Marian Macgowan is a producer with a global imprint, working across film, documentary and television mediums. As principal of the independent Australian production company Macgowan Films, her company develops, finances and produces feature films, television, and documentaries. Currently preparing for Season 3 of the critically acclaimed Emmy, Critics Choice nominee for Best Comedy Series, and Golden Globe nominee for Best Television Series – Musical or Comedy, THE GREAT.Marian Macgowan has produced or executive-produced international films as LILIAN’S STORY, with Toni Collette; Gregor Jordan's TWO HANDS, with Rose Byrne, Bryan Brown, and Heath Ledger; Tony McNamara's THE RAGE IN PLA...2022-01-2100 minFeminism, Women’s Stories: The Creative Process: Empowering Stories, Inspiring Women, Gender Equality, Women's Rights & EmpowermentMarian Macgowan · Executive Producer of Hulu’s “The Great” starring Elle Fanning discusses women’s issues under Catherine the Great (46 mins)Marian Macgowan is a producer with a global imprint, working across film, documentary and television mediums. As principal of the independent Australian production company Macgowan Films, her company develops, finances and produces feature films, television, and documentaries. Currently preparing for Season 3 of the critically acclaimed Emmy, Critics Choice nominee for Best Comedy Series, and Golden Globe nominee for Best Television Series – Musical or Comedy, THE GREAT.Marian Macgowan has produced or executive-produced international films as LILIAN’S STORY, with Toni Collette; Gregor Jordan's TWO HANDS, with Rose Byrne, Bryan Brown, and Heath Ledger; Tony McNamara's THE RAGE IN PLA...2022-01-2100 minThe Creative Process - Arts, Culture, Society - 2021-2022“The Great” starring Elle Fanning & Nicholas Hoult w/ Exec. Producer, MARIAN MACGOWANMarian Macgowan is a producer with a global imprint, working across film, documentary and television mediums. As principal of the independent Australian production company Macgowan Films, her company develops, finances and produces feature films, television, and documentaries. Currently preparing for Season 3 of the critically acclaimed Emmy, Critics Choice nominee for Best Comedy Series, and Golden Globe nominee for Best Television Series – Musical or Comedy, THE GREAT.Marian Macgowan has produced or executive-produced international films as LILIAN’S STORY, with Toni Collette; Gregor Jordan's TWO HANDS, with Rose Byrne, Bryan Brown, and Heath Ledger; Tony McNamara's THE RAGE IN PLA...2022-01-2100 min
Boffola PodcastTrue Crime AuthorMegan Norris captivates us with cases she covered as a journalist, specifically the comedic antics of criminals who came before the Victorian Court system.
Following on from that Megan shares her experiencing researching and authoring her book ‘Perfect Victim’ which inspired the award-winning film ‘In her skin’ starring Guy Pearce, Sam Neill, and Miranda Otto.
A hugely enjoyable chat with this humble and oh so talented writer. Enjoy.
2021-12-1745 min
Fanning FanboyWar of the Worlds... And The War Between Two SiblingsJoin my older brother and I as we review the 2005 Sci-Fi Action Thriller, "War of the Worlds" starring Dakota Fanning, Tom Cruise, Tim Robbins, Miranda Otto, and Justin Chatwin. We talk about how my lifelong love for the film was a PLAGUE to our childhood. 2021-09-101h 06
Kiss My MikeS2E2: Rising Stars (Part 2) with Aina DumlaoWelcome to my new podcast series, RISING STARS -- featuring an amazing list of Filipinx creatives/artists in Film, TV and Music.In this episode, I am joined by Aina Dumlao.Aina is a Filipino-American actor based in LA. She recently appeared as Nurse Gerlie on the season finale of Grey’s Anatomy playing the role of a Filipino nurse. She's also in the new Hulu series (originally aired in Australia) called "The Unusual Suspects" with Miranda Otto.Learn about how the role of Gerlie on Grey's Anatomy came about and what Aina's th...2021-09-0929 min