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BanterFlixRemembering David LynchSend us a textIn this episode host Jim McClean and Adam Neeson are joined by BanterFlix’s Deputy-Editor Joe Mc Elroy as they paid their respects to filmmaker David Lynch.The writer/director/artist and composer, passed away earlier this month as the age of 78.Jim, Adam and Joe chatted about some of the films within his impressive back-catalogue. Support the showAs always each recording is filled with spoilers, silliness and bad-language along with tangents a-aplenty.If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to leave us a reviewCheck out our socials on Facebook, T...2025-01-271h 46BanterFlixNosferatu (2025)Send us a textIn this episode Jim McClean was joined by BanterFlix's Deputy-Editor Joe Mc Elroy and award-winning filmmaker Anita Jurkovic as they shared their thoughts on Robert Eggers' Fourth feature Nosferatu. A gothic tale of obsession between a haunted young woman and the terrifying vampire infatuated with her, causing untold horror in its wake.Support the showAs always each recording is filled with spoilers, silliness and bad-language along with tangents a-aplenty.If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to leave us a reviewCheck out our socials on ...2025-01-171h 08BanterFlixSuperman SpecialSend us a textJim & Adam are joined by BanterFlix's very own Joe Mc Elroy as they chatted about their hopes for James Gunn's Superman Movie, which is released in July later this year. This episode was recorded in December 2024, shortly after the first teaser trailer for the new movie was released online.They also chatted a little about the various versions of Kal-El we've seen onscreen over the years. Support the showAs always each recording is filled with spoilers, silliness and bad-language along with tangents a-aplenty.If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to le...2025-01-061h 17BanterFlixFrozen (We Need To Talk About Disney)Send us a textIn this episode hosts Victoria Brown and Maria McQuillan chat about Disney's 2013 animated feature Frozen.Fearless optimist Anna teams up with rugged mountain man Kristoff and his loyal reindeer Sven in an epic journey to find Anna's sister Elsa, whose icy powers have trapped the kingdom of Arendelle in eternal winter.During this episode, recorded over Zoom they were joined by BanterFlix's very own Jim McClean.Support the showAs always each recording is filled with spoilers, silliness and bad-language along with tangents a-aplenty.If you...2024-12-251h 14BanterFlixThe King of Castle Street Holiday Special: Banter HardSend us a textTwelve terrorists. One Butcher. The odds are against Marty Scorsese.. That's just the way he likes it. Returning for a second year in a row, its the BanterFlix King of Castle Street Christmas special. Its Christmas Eve, everyone's favourite butcher from Castle Street is heading to the Europa to reconnect with his wife only to discover terrorists have taken over the hotel and only Marty can stop them...Thank you to all the players in our short drama, written by Adam Neeson, featuring Jim McClean, Joe McElroy, Adam Neeson, Yasmin Zemmoura, Ja...2024-12-2525 minBanterFlixGoodfella (Crime Scene to Screen)Send us a textIn this festive themed episode of 'Crime Scene to Screen' BanterFlix's resident sleuth sisters Joe Mc Elroy and Thérèse Hyland chat about Martin Scorsese's Goodfellas (1990).Henry Hill, a poor Irish-Italian growing up in 1950s New York City, rises through the ranks of his neighborhood's organized crime branch; he ends up in the FBI's witness protection program after testifying against his former partners.Support the showAs always each recording is filled with spoilers, silliness and bad-language along with tangents a-aplenty.If you enjoyed this ep...2024-12-161h 22BanterFlixHalloweentown (We Need To Talk About Disney)Send us a textIn this epsiode Host Victoria Brown was joined by writer Maria McQuillan and BanterFlix's very own Jim McClean as they chatted about Duwayne Dunham's Halloweentown (1998).When a young girl living with her secret witch mother learns she too is a witch, she must help her witch grandmother save Halloweentown from evil forces.Support the showAs always each recording is filled with spoilers, silliness and bad-language along with tangents a-aplenty.If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to leave us a reviewCheck out our socials on Facebook, 2024-10-2959 minBanterFlixThe Conjuring (Crime Scene to Screen)Send us a textIn this episode of 'Crime Scene to Screen' BanterFlix's resident 'sleuth sister's Joe and Thérèse are joined by local writer Victoria Brown as they chat about James Wan's 2013 feature The Conjuring, starring Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga.They also discuss the infamous paranormal investigators Ed & Lorraine Warren, whose investigations the movies within the Conjuring franchise are based on.Support the showAs always each recording is filled with spoilers, silliness and bad-language along with tangents a-aplenty.If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to leave us a reviewCh...2024-10-251h 05BanterFlixDoctor Who SpecialSend us a Text Message.On this episode Jim & Adam are joined by BanterFlix's very own Joe Mc Elroy and filmmaker Brian Mulholland as they look back on Ncuti Gatwa's first season as Doctor Who.As always each recording is filled with spoilers, silliness, bad language and tangents a-aplenty.If you enjoyed it, be sure to leave us a review wherever you get your podcasting fix.Check out our socials on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.Don't forget...2024-07-0152 minBanterFlixCatch Me If You Can (Crime Scene to Screen)Send us a Text Message.Banterflix's Sleuth Sisters Return for another episode of Crime Scene to Screen, a podcast where Joe and Therese explore movies based on real life crimes.On this month's episode they are on the hunt for Frank Abagnale Jr. as they look at the 2002 Steven Spielberg film, Catch Me If You Can. A film exploring one of the most infamous con men of the 20th century staring Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Hanks and Christopher Walken.As always each recording is filled with spoilers, silliness, bad language and tangents a-aplenty.2024-06-241h 04BanterFlixArachnophobiaSend us a Text Message.In this episode Jim and Adam chat about chat about Frank Marshall's Arachnophobia (1990).A new species of South American killer spider hitches a lift to a small California town in a coffin and starts to breed, leaving a trail of deaths that puzzle and terrify the young doctor newly arrived in town with his family.DMR - Deweys Movie Reviews - PodcastWelcome to DMR - Deweys Movie Reviews - An Aussie podcast reviewing film & seriesListen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyAs always be warned this recording is filled with sp...2024-06-101h 18BanterFlixThe June Cinematic RambleSend us a Text Message.In this episode Jim & Adam chat about some of the movies they watched over May and pretty everything else they can think off. Some of the films included within our discussion include The Fall Guy, Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, IF and many more.As always be warned this recording is filled with spoilers and tangents a-aplenty.If you enjoyed it, be sure to leave us a review wherever you get your podcasting fix.Check out our socials on Facebook, Twitter , 2024-06-051h 32BanterFlixMad Max: Fury RoadSend us a Text Message.In this episode Jiim McCleanand Adam Neeson chat about chat about George Miller's 2015 feature, Mad Max: Fury Road as they celebrate Adam's birthday.).In a post-apocalyptic wasteland, a woman rebels against a tyrannical ruler in search for her homeland with the aid of a group of female prisoners, a psychotic worshiper and a drifter named Max.As always be warned this recording is filled with spoilers and tangents a-aplenty.If you enjoyed it, be sure to leave us a review wherever you get your podcasting fix.Check...2024-05-271h 12
The NI SceneThe Rocky Horror Picture ShowSend us a textIn this episode Jim and Adam are joined by Claire McCullough (Lit(erature) to the Tit) as they chat about Jim Sharman's cult classic, The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975).A newly-engaged couple have a breakdown in an isolated area and must seek shelter at the bizarre residence of Dr. Frank-n-Furter.As always be warned this recording is filled with spoilers and tangents a-aplenty.If you enjoyed it, be sure to leave us a review wherever you get your podcasting fix.2024-05-201h 05BanterFlixThe Rocky Horror Picture ShowSend us a Text Message.In this episode Jim and Adam are joined by Claire McCullough (Lit(erature) to the Tit) as they chat about Jim Sharman's cult classic, The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975).A newly-engaged couple have a breakdown in an isolated area and must seek shelter at the bizarre residence of Dr. Frank-n-Furter.As always be warned this recording is filled with spoilers and tangents a-aplenty.If you enjoyed it, be sure to leave us a review wherever you get your podcasting fix.Check out our socials on 2024-05-201h 05BanterFlixBernie (Crime Scene to Screen)Send us a Text Message."Banterflix's very own Sleuth Sisters (Therese Hyland & Joe McElroy) are back for the first episode of their rebooted true crime movie podcast, Crime Scene to Screen. A show where they explore the movies based on real life crimes.This episode looks at Richard Linklater's 2011 movie, Bernie which is based on the murder of Marjorie Nugent at the hands of Bernie Tiede in the town of Carthage Texas in 1996 and the shocking reaction of the people in the town.The film is based on the 1998 "Midnight in the...2024-05-131h 02BanterFlixShallow GraveSend us a Text Message.In this episode Jim and Adam look back at Danny Boyle's directorial debut Shallow Grave (1994).When accountant David (Christopher Eccleston), doctor Juliet (Kerry Fox) and journalist Alex (Ewan McGregor) are searching for a fourth roommate for their trendy flat, they settle on the aloof Hugo (Keith Allen). However, they soon find Hugo dead of a drug overdose, beside a large sum of cash. The film is being screened at Cineworld Cinemas (14 May 2024) to celebrate its 30th anniversary and part o...2024-05-062h 03BanterFlixStar Wars: The Phantom Menace (1999)In this episode hosts Jim McClean and Adam Neeson are joined by Danny Brown (The Fright Club NI) as they chatted about some of the latest movie news, Free Comic Day ( featuring Aaron Flanagan from the Comic Book Guys) and Star Wars Episode One: The Phantom Menace, which is being re-released in cinemas to celebrate its 25th Anniversary.Two Jedi escape a hostile blockade to find allies and come across a young boy who may bring balance to the Force, but the long dormant Sith resurface to claim their original glory.2024-04-292h 07BanterFlixAliens (1986)In this episode Jim McClean and Joe Mc Elroy continue their retrospective of James Cameron's cinematic back-catalogue as they look back at his 1986 feature Aliens. Decades after surviving the Nostromo incident, Ellen Ripley is sent out to re-establish contact with a terraforming colony but finds herself battling the Alien Queen and her offspring. On this recording they were joined by local writer and long-time BanterFlix contributor Gavin Moriarty, along with a brief cameo by cosplayer Joanne Alexander (Hedgescout) This podcast was recorded to celebrate Alien Day 2024!46s Film Making 46s: Filmmakers talk origins, challenges, budgets, and profits.Listen on...2024-04-261h 43BanterFlixThe Mummy (1999)In this episode Jim & Adam are joined by local writer Victoria Brown as they chatted about Stephen Sommers' The Mummy, which is being re-released in cinemas to celebrate its 25th anniversary.At an archaeological dig in the ancient city of Hamunaptra, an American serving in the French Foreign Legion accidentally awakens a mummy who begins to wreak havoc as he searches for the reincarnation of his long-lost love.46s Film Making 46s: Filmmakers talk origins, challenges, budgets, and profits.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyAs always be warned this recording is filled with spoilers and tangents a-aplenty.2024-04-221h 43BanterFlixThe Terminator (1984)In this episode (recorded November 2023) Jim McClean & Joe Mc Elroy continue their retrospective of James Cameron’s back-catalogue as they look back at his 1984 feature, The Terminator.A human soldier is sent from 2029 to 1984 to stop an almost indestructible cyborg killing machine, sent from the same year, which has been programmed to execute a young woman whose unborn son is the key to humanity's future salvation.46s Film Making 46s: Filmmakers talk origins, challenges, budgets, and profits.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyAs always be warned this recording is filled with spoilers and tangents a-aplenty.If...2024-04-151h 00BanterFlixOn The Waterfront (1954)On this episode Jim & Adam are joined by BanterFlix's Deputy-Editor Joe Mc Elroy as they chatted about Elia Kazan's On the Waterfront, which is back in cinemas to celebrate its 70th anniversary (Including the QFT in Belfast).An ex-prize fighter turned New Jersey longshoreman struggles to stand up to his corrupt union bosses, including his older brother, as he starts to connect with the grieving sister of one of the syndicate's victims.JIm also speaks with actor/ producer Natalie Burn about Till Death Do Us Part (Timothy Woodward Jr)2024-04-081h 18BanterFlixGhostbusters: Frozen EmpireIn this episode Jim & Adam are joined by Paul Higginson from Ghostbusters Ireland as they chat about Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, which is out in cinemas now.When the discovery of an ancient artifact unleashes an evil force, Ghostbusters new and old must join forces to protect their home and save the world from a second ice age.As always be warned this recording is filled with spoilers and tangents a-aplenty.If you enjoyed it, be sure to leave us a review wherever you get your podcasting fix.Check out our socials on 2024-04-011h 29BanterFlixFight Club (1999)In this episode Jim & Adam look back at David Fincher's cult classic Fight Club, which has recently been re-released in cinemas.Based on Chuck Palahniuk's novel, Fincher's movie has an insomniac office worker and a devil-may-care soap maker form an underground fight club that evolves into much more.As always be warned this recording is filled with spoilers and tangents a-aplenty.If you enjoyed it, be sure to leave us a review wherever you get your podcasting fix.Check out our socials on Facebook, Twitter , Instagram2024-03-251h 32BanterFlixThe Abyss (1989)In this episode (recorded November 2023) Jim McClean & Joe Mc Elroy continue their retrospective of James Cameron’s back-catalogue as they look back at his 1989 feature The Abyss.A civilian diving team is enlisted to search for a lost nuclear submarine and faces danger while encountering an alien aquatic species.The Braid Film Theatre is screening the new 4K restoration of the film at the Strand Arts Centre on Tuesday 02 April (8pm) Follow this link to book tickets.As always be warned this recording is filled with spoilers and tangents a-aplenty.If you en...2024-03-181h 13BanterFlixDune: Part TwoIn this episode Jim & Adam are joined by Doctor Nicole Hamilton as they chat about Denis Villeneuve's Dune: Part Two. Paul Atreides unites with Chani and the Fremen while seeking revenge against the conspirators who destroyed his family.Jim also shares his thoughts on the Cairnes Brother's Late Night with the Devil.A live television broadcast in 1977 goes horribly wrong, unleashing evil into the nation's living rooms.This recording also feature Joanne Alexander chatting about the Spring Edition of the Dublin Comic Con and Claire Shaw from C...2024-03-121h 54BanterFlixFilm Devour SpecialIn this episode Jim & Adam are joined by local filmmaker Brian Mulholland as they chat about Film Devour 34, the short film festival in Belfast which took place last month at the Black Box in Belfast.This recording also features Richard Davies from The Short Take talking about the event he's involved with, which is happening at the Strand Arts Centre on Saturday 09 March. As always be warned this recording is filled with spoilers and tangents a-aplenty.If you enjoyed it, be sure to leave us a review wherever you get your podcasting fix.2024-03-041h 26BanterFlixBlade Runner (1982)In this episode Jim & Adam share their thoughts on the final cut of Blade Runner (1982), which is being screened at the Strand Arts Centre in Belfast as part of this year's Rendr Festival.Ridley Scott's film sees Deckard (Harrison Ford) is forced by the police Boss (M. Emmet Walsh) to continue his old job as Replicant Hunter. His assignment: eliminate four escaped Replicants from the colonies who have returned to Earth. Before starting the job, Deckard goes to the Tyrell Corporation and he meets Rachel (Sean Young), a Replicant girl...2024-02-261h 36BanterFlixMadame WebIn this episode Jim & Adam chat about Madame Web, the fourth film within Sony's Spider-Man Universe.S. J. Clarkson's movie stars Dakota Johnson as Cassandra Webb, a paramedic in Manhattan who develops the power to see the future... and realizes she can use that insight to change it. Forced to confront revelations about her past, she forges a relationship with three young women bound for powerful destinies... if they can all survive a deadly present.We also answer hard-hitting questions like what's our favourite Pancake Toppings, the worst movie to watch on Valentine's date n...2024-02-191h 54BanterFlixThe King of Castle Street Holiday SpecialMarty Scorsese is feeling blue because of the MCU, he’s feeling a a bit of a Scrooge at Christmas.He’s lost his festive spirit and passion for filmmaking, but tonight something magical is afoot - Marty will be visited by three ghosts (kinda) as they attempt to rekindle his passion for cinema.Thank you to all our players in this short radio drama written by Adam Neeson and featuring the vocal talents of Jim MccClean, Joe McElroy, Adam Neeson, Robert J E Simpson, Rachel Murray and Maria McQuillan. Happy Christmas from all of us h...2023-12-2527 minBanterFlixChristmas Freeview TV Guide 2023In this episode, the second of our three Christmas specials Jim McClean is joined by Doctor Nicola Hamilton as they look through some of the best movies on Freeview television over the festive period.Our choices ran from Saturday 23 December until 01 January 2024.Alternate SidesA movie podcast with a twistListen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyAs always be warned this recording is filled with spoilers and tangents a-aplenty.If you enjoyed it, be sure to leave us a review wherever you get your podcasting fix.Check out our socials on Facebook, Twitter 2023-12-231h 29BanterFlixMickey's Once Upon a Christmas (1999)in this episode, the first in a series of Christmas specials host Jim McClean was joined by BanterFlix’s resident Disney queen Victoria Brown and regular contributor Maria McQuillan as they chatted about Disney's Mickey's Once Upon a Christmas (1999).The anthology film features three stories including Donald Duck: Stuck on Christmas , A Very Goofy Christmas and Mickey and Minnie's Gift of the Magi.As always be warned this recording is filled with spoilers and tangents a-aplenty.If you enjoyed it, be sure to leave us a review wherever you get your podcasting fix.2023-12-221h 15BanterFlixOliver & Company (1988)in this episode host Jim McClean was joined by BanterFlix’s resident Disney queen Victoria Brown and regular contributor Maria McQuillan as they chatted about Disney's 27th Animated feature, Oliver & Company (1988).Loosely based on Charles Dickinsons’ Oliver Twist, the film sees a lost and lonely kitten join a gang of dogs engaged in petty larceny in New York City.This recording concludes are retrospective of Disney's Dark era. check out our back-catalogue for previous episodes within this series.As always be warned this recording is filled with spoilers and tangents a-aplenty.If you enjoyed it...2023-11-2058 minBanterFlixHalloween (1978)In this episode, the last in our spooky specials ,Jim McClean & Adam Neeson are joined by Joe McElroy as they chatted about John Carpenter's Halloween.Fifteen years after murdering his sister on Halloween night 1963, Michael Myers escapes from a mental hospital and returns to the small town of Haddonfield, Illinois to kill again.We chatted about the various sequels and reboots within the series, including David Gordon Green's recent trilogy.As always be warned this recording is filled with spoilers and tangents a-aplenty.If you enjoyed it, be sure to leave us a...2023-11-011h 38BanterFlixHocus Pocus (1993)In this Episode Jim was joined by Victoria Brown and Nicole Hamilton as they chatted about Kenny Ortega's Hocus Pocus.A teenage boy named Max and his little sister move to Salem, where he struggles to fit in before awakening a trio of diabolical witches that were executed in the 17th century.The film is back in cinemas to celebrate its 30th anniversay and is also available on Disney Plus.As always be warned this recording is filled with spoilers and tangents a-aplenty.If you enjoyed it, be sure to leave us a review...2023-10-301h 24BanterFlixThe Exorcist (1973)In this episode Jim McClean & Adam Neeson are joined by Joe McElroy as they chatted about William Friedkin's The Exorcist, which this year celebrates its 50th anniversary. Based on WIliam Peter Blatty's novel and released in 1973, the film stars Max von Sydow and Jason Miller as two priests tasked with performing an exorcism on young Regan (Linda Blair) at the request of her mother (Ellen Burstyn). We chatted about the various sequels and spin-offs within the series and chatted about other exorcism movies. This episode was recorded before the release of David Gordon Green's T...2023-10-291h 29BanterFlixGhostbusters SpecialIn this epsiode Jim is joined by Phil and Paul Higginson from Ghostbusters Ireland as they chatted about Ivan Reitman's 1984 orginal along with the various sequels and reboots within the series and pretty much anything else Ghostbuster-related.This episode was recorded ahead of their special screening at the Strand Arts Centre in East-Belfast on Sunday 29 October to help raise money for Heart Children Ireland.Find out more about Ghostbusters Ireland here and their charity event at the Strand here. As always be warned this recording is filled with spoilers and tangents a-aplenty.If you en...2023-10-281h 09BanterFlixClerksIn this episode Jim & Adam chat about Kevin Smith's cult-classic Clerks (1994) and also look through the filmmaker's cinematic back-catalogue as they talk about their love for his films.Smith's black & white comedy stars Brian O'Halloran & Jeff Anderson and presents a day in the lives of store clerks Dante Hicks and Randal Graves as well as their acquaintances. It is the first of Smith's View Askewniverse films, and introduces several recurring characters, notably Jay and Silent Bob.As always be warned this recording is filled with spoilers and tangents a-aplenty.If you enjoyed it, be sur...2023-09-021h 54BanterFlixThe FlashIn this episode Jim was joined by local filmmaker Adam Neeson as they chat about The Flash. Worlds collide in Andy Muschietti’s fill when Barry uses his superpowers to travel back in time in order to change the events of the past. But when his attempt to save his family inadvertently alters the future, Barry becomes trapped in a reality in which General Zod has returned, threatening annihilation, and there are no Super Heroes to turn to.Two Chicks Talkin Flicks Podcasttwo chicks talking about their favorite movies and moreListen on: Appl...2023-08-291h 34BanterFlixBasil the Great Mouse Detective (1986)In this episode, host Jim McClean is joined by Joe McElroy and Victoria Brown as they chat about Disney's 26th animated movie, Basil The Great Mouse Detective (1986).Basil, the rodent Sherlock Holmes, investigates the kidnapping of a toy maker and uncovers its link to his archenemy, Professor Ratigan.As always be warned this recording is filled with spoilers and tangents a-aplenty.If you enjoyed it, be sure to leave us a review wherever you get your podcasting fix.Check out our socials on Facebook, Twitter , Ins...2023-08-1339 minBanterFlixHot Rod (2007)In this episode Jim is joined by Bill Taylor from The Sick Sense as they chat about Akiva Schaffer‘s Hot Rod starring Andy Samberg.Self-proclaimed stuntman Rod Kimble is preparing for the jump of his life - to clear fifteen buses to raise money for his abusive stepfather Frank's life-saving heart operation.Check out the film’s trailer here. As always be warned this recording is filled with spoilers and tangents a-aplenty.If you enjoyed it, be sure to leave us a review wherever you get your podcasting fix....2023-06-2555 minBanterFlixPearlIn this episode Jim was joined by PHD Researcher John Kavanagh and PHD Student Nicole Hamilton as they chatted about Ti West’s Pearl starring Mia Goth. Trapped on her family's isolated farm, Pearl must tend to her ailing father under the bitter and overbearing watch of her devout mother. Lusting for a glamorous life like she's seen in the movies, Pearl finds her ambitions, temptations, and repressions all colliding in this stunning, technicolor-inspired origin story of X's iconic villain.As always be warned this recording is filled with spoilers and tangents a-aplenty.2023-06-221h 01BanterFlixTrue Lies (1994)In this episode Jim was joined by Joe Mc Elroy as they continue their retrospective of James Cameron's back-catalouge as they look back at his 1994 feature True Lies.Secretly a spy but thought by his family to be a dull salesman, Harry Tasker (Arnold Schwarzenegger) is tracking down nuclear missiles in the possession of Islamic jihadist Aziz (Art Malik). Harry's mission is complicated when he realizes his neglected wife, Helen (Jamie Lee Curtis), is contemplating an affair with Simon (Bill Paxton), a used-car salesman who claims h...2023-06-1344 minBanterFlixGuardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3In this episode Jim is joined by local filmmaker Adam Neeson as they chat about James Gunn's third instalment of the Guardians of the galaxy series.Our beloved band of misfits are looking a bit different these days. Peter Quill, still reeling from the loss of Gamora, must rally his team around him to defend the universe along with protecting one of their own. A mission that, if not completed successfully, could quite possibly lead to the end of the Guardians as we know them.As always on this recording there are spoiler and tangents aplenty D...2023-06-111h 40BanterFlixScream VIIn this episode we chatted in spoilierific detail about Scream VI.Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett's latest instalment in the Slasher series , the four survivors of the Ghostface's latest killings in Woodsboro leave the town behind behind for a fresh chapter in New York City.But soon a new killer stalks the streets of the Big Apple.On this recording host Jim McClean, was joined by PHD Researcher John Kavanagh and PHD Student Nicole Hamilton.Don't forget to subscribe to make sure you never miss a single episode and find our complete...2023-05-011h 11BanterFlixShazam! Fury of the GodsIn this Episode Jim is joined by Darren Vincent as they chat about Shazam! Fury of the Gods. David F Sandberg's sequel follows up the 2019 orginal with a film that continues the story of teenage Billy Batson who, upon reciting the magic word "SHAZAM!," is transformed into his adult Super Hero alter ego.Don't forget to subscribe to make sure you never miss a single episode and find our complete back catalogue on the BanterFlix website.2023-04-2348 minBanterFlixAnt-Man and the Wasp: QuantumaniaIn this episode, Jim was joined by local blogger James Oliver as they chatted in spoilerific detail about the latest entry in the MCU, Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania.This episode also features Aaron Flanagan from The Comic Book Guys store in Belfast telling us everything we need to know about the character of Kang The Conqueror. Don't forget to subscribe to make sure you never miss a single episode and find our complete back catalogue on the BanterFlix website.2023-02-261h 34BanterFlixCharmaine Chan: RENDR Festival SpecialIn this episode, the second of two specials for the RENDR Festival, Jim speaks with artist Charmaine Chan.Charmaine is one of the thirty guests attending the two-day event in Belfast on the 23 and 24 February. She'll be representing Industrial Light and Magic.About CharmaineCharmaine Chan is an Associate Visual Effects Supervisor at Industrial Light and Magic. Originally born and raised in Hawaii, Charmaine studied at the University of California Irvine where she got a BA in Studio Art with a focus in photography and video production. Charmaine joined ILM i...2023-02-2133 minBanterFlixGiovanna Ferrari: RENDR Festival SpecialIn this episode, the first of two specials for the RENDR Festival, Jim speaks with artist Giovanna Ferrari.Giovanna is one of the thirty guests attending the two-day event in Belfast on the 23 and 24 February. She'll be representing Irish Animation Studio Cartoon Saloon. Based in Kilkenny, the studio is best known for its animated feature films The Secret of Kells, Song of the Sea, and The Breadwinner About GiovannaSince the early 2000s, Giovanna has worked on several feature films across Europe both as Storyboard Artist and Animator. After working in F...2023-02-1944 minBanterFlixTitanic (25th Anniversary)In this episode, Jim McClean is joined by Joe McElroy and Victoria Brown as they chat about James Cameron's Titanic (1997).The film has been re-released in 3D to celebrate its 25th anniversary.A seventeen-year-old aristocrat falls in love with a kind but poor artist aboard the luxurious, ill-fated R.M.S. Titanic.Thanks to Cineworld Belfast Jim & Joe got to attend a special screening of the 4DX screening of the film.Don't forget to subscribe to make sure you never miss a single episode and find our complete back c...2023-02-161h 05BanterFlixThe WaterboyIn this episode, Jim was joined by the Sick Sense's Bill Taylor as they looked back at Frank Coraci's The Waterboy (1998) starring Adam Sandler.A waterboy for a college football team discovers he has a unique tackling ability and becomes a member of the team.Don't forget to subscribe to make sure you never miss a single episode and find our complete back catalogue on the BanterFlix website.2023-02-1356 minBanterFlixM3GANIn this episode, Jim is joined by local filmmaker Adam Neeson as they share their thoughts on Gerard Johnstone's Sci-Fi/ horror M3GAN."A robotics engineer at a toy company builds a life-like doll that begins to take on a life of its own."Don't forget to subscribe to make sure you never miss a single episode and find our complete back catalogue on the BanterFlix website.2023-02-041h 04BanterFlixThe Munsters (2022)In this episode host Jim McClean was joined by local filmmaker Adam Neeson as they chatted about Rob Zombie's The Munsters.The film is available on DVD & Blu Ray now and can also be purchased on various VOD platforms. In come terrorites the movie is also availble on Netflix's streaming service.On this recording, Jim also got the opportunity to speak with one of the flm's stars, Daniel Roebuck, who plays the Count.Don't forget to subscribe to make sure you never miss a single episode and find our complete back catalogue on the BanterFlix website.2023-01-2251 minBanterFlixRobin Hood: Prince of Thieves (Pen Densham & John Watson Interview)In this episode, Jim was joined by Pen Densham & John Watson, the writers and producers of Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves.Released in 1991, directed by Kevin Reynolds and starring Kevin Costner, Alan Rickman and Morgan Freeman, the film was a huge box-office success, earning nearly £400 million at the box office.This interview was recorded via zoom just before Christmas as Jim spoke with Pen and John about the development of the film from script to screen.Don't forget to subscribe to make sure you never miss a single episode and find our complete b...2023-01-1550 minBanterFlixAvatar: The Way of WaterIn this episode Jim was joined by Joe Mc Elroy as they shared their thoughts on James Cameron's Avatar: The Way of Water.We chatted about the film in spoilerific detail with spoilers for the film happening after the 24th minute of this podcast.Don't forget to subscribe to make sure you never miss a single episode and find our complete back catalogue on the BanterFlix website.2023-01-0845 minBanterFlixThe Black Cauldron & GreaseIn this episode, Jim is joined by BanterFlix's Resident Disney Queen as they look back at their 1985 animated feature The Black Cauldron and our Pick of the Streams Grease (!978), which is available to watch on Paramount +'s streaming Service.Local cosplayer Sarah McDowell also reviewed Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss's musical Six, which was recently staged at the Grand Opera House in Belfast.So give it a listen and look out for this week's big questions!email your answers at info@banterflix.comDon't forget to subscribe to make sure you never miss a single e...2022-09-061h 12BanterFlixNope & Broadcast NewsIn this episode, Jim is joined by BanterFlix's own Joe Mc Elroy as they chat about Jordon Peele's Nope and James L. Brooks's Broadcast News.Aaron Flanagan from The Comic Book Guystells us everything you need to know about the character of She-Hulk as the new series has recently started to screen on Disney + This week's big podcast questions?How have you dealt with the heat?Have you ever had an encounter with a monkey?These important questions and more are asked throughout t...2022-09-021h 13BanterFlixBullet Train & PreyIn this episode, Jim is joined by local filmmaker Adam Neeson as we review David Leitch's Bullet Train and Dan Trachtenberg's Prey. Joanne Alexander shares her thoughts on this year's Dublin Comic Con and we chat about some recent movie news.This week's big podcast questions?Who were your favourite '90s boybands?Where is the train going to in Bullet Train?What's the name of the film with Jeff Bridges in a hotel?Does Superman get a get rapey in Superman 3?What's the name of the film by one o...2022-08-161h 30BanterFlixThe NorthmanOn this episode of Belfast On-Screen, Jim McClean was joined by Joe Mc Elroy as they chatted about Robert Eggers' latest film The Northman.Don't forget to subscribe to make sure you never miss a single episode and find our complete back catalogue on the BanterFlix website.2022-05-301h 22BanterFlixBelfastIn this episode Jim, Joe and Victoria share their thoughts on Sir Kenneth Branagh's Belfast.This is the first episode in a new series of podcasts as BanterFlix that champions many of the local & international films filmed in Northern Ireland, whilst also looking back at the various depictions of Belfast within cinema's rich history.About BelfastBelfast is a 2021 Irish/British coming of age comedy-drama film written and directed by Kenneth Branagh. The film stars Caitríona Balfe, Judi Dench, Jamie Dornan, Ciarán Hinds, Colin Morgan, and newcomer Jude Hill. The fi...2022-02-081h 12BanterFlixChristmas Special 2021In this episode, we need to talk about Christmas TV as once again Jim defends the best Freeview television can offer over the Christmas period as it goes head to head against online steaming and the best physical media we could buy from Poundland.On this recording, Jim was joined by BanterFlix's deputy editor Joe Mc Elroy who was representing physical media and The Sick Sense's Bill Taylor, who was once again representing online streaming sites like Netflix, Amazon Prime and Now TV.Our guest judge on this year's episode was James Stafford from Talking CodswallopDon't...2021-12-242h 31BanterFlixBeauty and the Beast: The Enchanted Christmas ( We Need To Talk About Disney)In this festively themed episode, we need to Talk About Beauty and the Beast: The Enchanted Christmas.On this recording, Jim McClean is joined by BanterFlix's resident Disney Queen, local writer Victoria Brown along with fellow writer Maria McQuillian.Don't forget to subscribe to make sure you never miss a single episode and find our complete back catalogue on the BanterFlix website.2021-12-221h 18BanterFlixThe Frozen Ground (Crime Scene to Screen)In this 'festively' themed episode of Crime Scene to Screen BanterFlix's resident Sleuth Sisters' Joe Mc Elroy and Therese Rea share their thoughts on Scott Walker's 2013 film The Frozen Ground, a movie based on the real-life serial killer Robert Christian Hansen, who was known as the Butcher Baker.Don't forget to subscribe to make sure you never miss a single episode and find our complete back catalogue on the BanterFlix website.2021-12-211h 11BanterFlixHouse of GucciIn this episode, we need to talk about Ridley Scott's House of Gucci! On this recording, Jim is joined by BanterFlix's Deputy-Editor Joe Mc Elroy and James Stafford from Talking Codswallop.Don't forget to subscribe to make sure you never miss a single episode and find our complete back catalogue on the BanterFlix website.2021-12-1958 minBanterFlixGhostbusters: Afterlife (Spoilers)In this episode, BanterFlix's Jim McClean was joined by filmmaker Bill Taylor and cosplayer Aoibheann Henry as they chat in spoilerific detail about Jason Reitman's Ghostbusters: Afterlife.Show NotesBanterFlix: Movie Reviews With a 'Norn Irish' Accent!Cosplays By Eevee | FacebookThe Sick Sense | FacebookGHOSTBUSTERS: AFTERLIFE - Official Trailer (HD) - YouTubeReturn of the Ghostbusters (2007 Fan Film) - YouTubeDon't forget to subscribe to make sure you never miss a single episode and find our complete back catalogue on the BanterFlix website.2021-12-031h 23BanterFlixThe Fox and the Hound (We Need To Talk About Disney)In this episode, we need to talk about Disney's 24th animated feature, The Fox and the Hound (1981) as we continue our deep dive into the Dark-Era of Disney's animated back-catalogue. On this recording, Jim McClean is joined by BanterFlix's resident Disney Queen Victoria Brown and local cosplayer Sarah McDowell.Don't forget to subscribe to make sure you never miss a single episode and find our complete back catalogue on the BanterFlix website.2021-11-2751 minBanterFlixAll Good Things (Crime Scene to Screen)BanterFlix's resident sleuth sisters Joseph Mc Elroy and Therese Rea are joined by Darren Vincent as they chat about Andrew Jarecki's All Good Things (2010) starring Ryan Gosling, Kirsten Dunst, and Frank Langella that was inspired by the life of convicted murderer Robert Durst.Show NotesAll Good Things (2010) - IMDbThe Jinx: The Life and Deaths of Robert Durst (TV Mini Series 2015) - IMDbRobert Durst convicted: US millionaire found guilty of first-degree murder - BBC NewsFilmmaker of ‘The Jinx’ weighs in on Robert Durst conviction l GMA - YouTubeHow True Crime Has Lead To...2021-09-251h 13BanterFlixMalignant/The War Below & Rose Plays JulieIn this episode, we need to talk about James Wan's Malignant, which is out in cinemas now.On this recording, once again recorded via zoom, Jim was joined by local filmmaker Adam Neeson.You'll also hear Jim's interview with Christine Molloy about her latest film Rose Plays Julie and J.P. Watts about his directorial debut The War Below.Don't forget to subscribe to make sure you never miss a single episode and find our complete back catalogue on the BanterFlix website.2021-09-191h 45BanterFlixHerself/Shang Chi and the Legend of the Ten RingsIn this episode, we need to talk about the latest entry in Marvel's Cinematic Universe, Shang Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings.The film is out in cinemas now so Jim caught up with local filmmaker Brian Muholland to chat about the film and he also spoke with Aaron Flanagan from the Comic Book Guys, who gave us the Comic book 101 about the character's origins.You'll also hear Jim speak with director Phyllida Lloyd about her latest film Herself, which is out in cinemas nowDon't forget to subscribe...2021-09-101h 38BanterFlixWildfire/Candyman (2021)In this episode, we need to chat about Nia DaCosta's Candyman and Cathy Brady's Wildfire, both of which is out in cinemas now! Jim McClean is joined by Joe Mc Elroy and Victoria Brown as they chat about Nia DaCosta's film and Jim speaks with Cathy Brady about her feature debut. Don't forget to subscribe to make sure you never miss a single episode and find our complete back catalogue on the BanterFlix website.2021-09-061h 43
MC Podcasting#118 - BanterFlixWe are joined by the Jim and Therese of BanterFlix to talk all things movies and cinema. We also get their take on Christopher Nolan's TENET! Check out their website and their podcast 'We Need To Talk About Movies'. Thank You! If you enjoyed the episode feel free to give us a review on any podcast platform. Also, if you have any suggestions on topics you would like to hear us discuss head over to our Instagram page @MCPodcasting and drop us a comment! And if you REALLY enjoyed the episode, head over to...2020-09-151h 11
Film Hub NI PodcastFilm Hub NI Podcast #8: Berlin or bust.Sara and Hugh are joined by, Ruth McCarthy Artistic Director of Outburst Queer Arts Festival and Jim McClean Editor-in-Chief of the BanterFlix movie review website, to discuss the Berlin Film Festival, Netflix, currywurst sausage and much, much more. We also have Sara's famous round-up of independent cinema screenings coming up. Support the showSupported by National Lottery funds, Film Hub NI was established in 2013 by Queen’s Film Theatre, Belfast in their capacity as NI’s BFI Film Hub Lead Organisation (FHLO). FHNI works to support the creativity and energy of the fi...2019-02-2049 min