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Asian Cinema Film ClubA.C. Film Club #20 - The WailingElwood and Stephen are joined once more by the Dutchess of Dark Cinema Zoe (Zobo With A Shotgun) to discuss the winner of the Halloween listener vote “The Wailing”.A film acclaimed by both audiences and critics alike, aswell asEasternKicks film of the year but does it really live up to the hype?Join us for this suitably spooky Halloween special for a film quite unlike anything that we have seen before.Opening Theme - Coffee DateBeat Provided By https://freebeats.ioProduced By W...2025-03-2248 min

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 58 - Spotlight on Mongolian CinemaThis week Andy and James take a look at Mongolian cinema. With If Only I Could Hibernate in UK cinemas, Andy chat's to the director Zoljargal Purevdash. Meanwhile regular easternKicks contributor Amarsanaa Battulga joins us to chat about Mongolian cinema in general. This episode’s handy timecodes 00:00:32 - Introduction. 00:01:44 - Zoljargal Purevdash interview: If Only I Could Hibernate. 00:32:58 - Putting Mongolian cinema in context. Why do we only see coproductions? What do local audiences really watch? 01:06:03 - Outro. If Only I Could Hibernate is in UK cinemas now, released by Conic Films 2024-04-231h 06

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 57 - ek Picks for March 2024James and Andy are back with another look at the latest releases on streamers and in cinemas for March. This episode’s handy timecodes 00:00:32 - Introduction. 00:02:20 - The Oscars! 00:11:35 - Shudder, with a sudden appearance of 2000's Uzumaki. 00:15:48 - Amazon Prime, including Suddenly in Dark Night, Doctor (2013) and KKN di Desa Penari: Luwih Dowo, Luwih Medeni. 00:25:04 - Netflix, including Officer Black Belt, Indigo, Shake, Rattle and Roll Extreme, The Parades and The Pig, The Snake and the Pigeon. 00:50:28 - Cinema picks, including Monster, Drift and Ryuichi Sakamoto | Opus. 01:00:56 - Outro. 2024-03-131h 01

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 56 - ek Picks for February 2024James and Andy are back with another look at the latest releases on streamers and in cinemas for February. This episode’s handy timecodes 00:19 - Introduction 02:33 - Shudder, with Dain Said's Blood Flower 06:53 - Netflix, including Badland Hunters, Home for Rent, The Last Wife, Past Lives, The Bridge Curse – Ritual 26:08 - Amazon Prime, including Expats, Zu Warriors, The Fallen Bridge 36:57 - Cinema picks, including The Moon Thieves, Perfect Days, Evil Does Not Exist 47:46 - Outro 2024-02-1248 min

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 55 - easternKicks Picks for January 2024James and Andy ring in the New Year with another look at the latest releases on streamers and in cinemas for this month. This episode’s handy timecodes 00:33 - Introduction 01:41 - Special announcement: Focus Hong Kong's Chinese New Year screenings 06:34 - Amazon Prime, including The Long Walk, Chasing the Dragon, Sakra, The Tiger, and Derailed 27:46 - Netflix, including Bad Lands, Badland Hunters, The Abandoned, A Very Good Girl, and The Brothers Sun 41:56 - iPlayer, Decision to Leave 48:46 - Cinema picks, including In Broad Daylight, Ping Pong, and The Scent of Green Pa...2024-01-2159 min

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 54 - easternKicks Picks for DecemberJames and Andy curate a selection of new and recent releases from streaming platforms, cinema and more. This episode’s handy timecodes 00:19 - Introduction 02:29 - Streaming picks... 03:43 - Netflix, including Sweet Home Season 2, Believer 2 and Hard Days 16:27 - Amazon Prime, including Ashiap Man, The Family, Kwaidan and Third Window 24:08 - Cinema picks, including Godzilla Minus One, Yoshiki: Under The Sky and Raging Grace 21:52 - Outro 2023-12-0733 min

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 53 - easternKicks Picks for NovemberIn the first of a new format, James and Andy curate a selection of new and recent releases from streaming platforms, cinema and festivals. Plus Andy catches up with Geran and Walid director Areel Abu Bakar in trendy Hackney Wick. This episode’s handy timecodes 00:00:19 - Introduction 00:02:36 - But first, what easternKicks Picks IS, and what it ISN'T 00:06:24 - Streaming picks, including Ballerina, Yellow Door 90’s Lo-Fi Film Club and In my Mother’s Skin. 00:39:44 - Cinema picks, including Back Home, Past lives and Where the Wind Blows. 00:46:49 - Areel Abu Bakar int...2023-11-031h 22

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 52 - Halloween Special: Visible SecretJames and Andy look back on Ann Hui's unsung ghost comedy Visible Secret, newly released by Radiance Films and screening in London, as well as more Hong Kong horror in the form of new cinema release Back Home. This episode’s handy timecodes 00:35 - Introduction 01:38 - Visible Secret introduction 06:40 - Great talent in front and behind the camera 14:09 - The plot 16:57 - Lost in the crowd - why was it overlooked? 36:20 - Back Home 44:51 - Outro 2023-10-2345 min

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 51 - A Tokyo Melody: Remembering Ryuichi SakamotoThis episode Colette Balmain joins James and Andy to chat about Tokyo Melody, a 1985 documentary that recently resurfaced at Japan Cuts 2023 about Ryuichi Sakamoto, and to chat about the great musician, innovator and composer's legacy. Yonah Sichrovsky speaks to the film’s director Elizabeth Lennard. Meanwhile, Frank Djeng, king of audio commentaries, shares his thoughts on Sakamoto. Plus we have the return of the easternKicks picks! All in this bumper-packed show! This episode’s handy timecodes 00:00:32 - Introduction 00:02:09 - We discuss Tokyo Melody 00:16:30 - Yonah chats to Elizabeth Lennard 00:40:28 - Sakamoto's legacy 0...2023-08-151h 23

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 50 - Focus Hong Kong, Summer 2023This episode James and Andy introduce the lineup for two summer events for new-ish UK festival Focus Hong Kong, curated by some rather familiar names. This episode’s handy timecodes 00:32 - Introduction 01:42 - What is Focus Hong Kong? The full disclosure... 04:55 - Memories to Choke On, Drinks to Wash Them Down 11:16 - Made in Hong Kong 15:58 - Where the Wind Blows 21:44 - A Guilty Conscience 24:43 - Let it Ghost 27:53 - Nomad (Leslie Cheung) 36:26 - Outro You can see the full details for Focus Hong Kong on th...2023-06-1636 min

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 49 - Mikhail Red interview / DeleterAndy chats to Filipino filmmaker Mikhail Red while at Udine Far East Film Festival, while James and Andy take a trip through highlights of his career so far and the latest hit starring Nadine Lustre, DELETER. This episode’s handy timecodes 00:33 - Introduction 02:13 - Career highlights 13:28 - Deleter 26:58 - Andy chats with Mikhail Red 54:27 - Outro Deleter had its International Festival Premiere at 25th Far East Film Festival 2023. You can find the EXCLUSIVE shots from Red's next film Friendly Fire here. 2023-05-2355 min

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 48 - Mark Dacascos interview / Brotherhood of the WolfThis episode Andy and James are joined by Yonah Sichrovsky to chat about Brotherhood of the Wolf, returning to home media in a new 4K restoration. Yonah also chats to star Mark Dacascos himself about the film, appearing in John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum and Iron Chef! This episode’s handy timecodes 00:00:33 - Introduction 00:02:09 - Highlights from Mark Dacascos's career 00:07:00 - Crying Freeman - Christophe Gans and Dacascos's first collab 00:12:37 - Brotherhood of the Wolf 00:47:46 - Yonah chats to Mark Dacascos 01:05:10 - Outro Brotherhood of the Wolf is released on UH...2023-05-121h 05

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 47 - Calamity of Snakes specialOh, the Calamity! The Calamity of Snakes! Andy and James discuss the controversial exploitation flick, released by Unearthed Films in a glorious 2K restoration, and wonder... just where is the fourth floor? Listen in if you dare, but don't get too distracted knitting. That might not be a bundle of wool... This episode’s handy timecodes 00:33 - Introduction 02:53 - The new restoration 11:24 - Background to the production and cast 15:55 - The "plot"!!! 18:10 - The missing floor mystery 19:39 - Snake carnage 22:28 - Context and style 32:01 - The unavoidable bad si...2023-04-2144 min

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 46 - Lunana: A Yak in the Classroom specialThis episode Kay Hoddy chats to the director of 2022 Oscar nominated Lunana: A Yak in the Classroom, Pawo Choyning Dorji. Meanwhile, James gives us a rundown of recent releases on the streaming platforms. This episode’s handy timecodes 00:00:33 - Introduction 00:01:58 - Lunana: A Yak in the Classroom intro 00:05:46 - Pawo Choyning Dorji interview 00:34:25 - Review of the film 00:45:07 - James Mudge's streaming roundup 01:12:37 - Outro Lunana: A Yak in the Classroom is released in UK cinemas from 10th March by Peccadillo Pictures.2023-03-071h 13

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 45: The Horror of Junji ItoWith the new series Junji Ito Maniac: Japanese Tales of the Macabre debuting on Netflix, James and Andy are joined by self-confessed Ito fans Colette Balmain and Niina Doherty to chat about his works and how they've been adapted to film and television over the years. Has anyone done him justice...? This episode’s handy timecodes 00:00:33 - Introduction 00:01:37 - Junji Ito in context 00:10:46 - Early adaptions 00:12:34 - Tomie film and TV series 00:34:12 - Uzumaki (2000) 00:40:05 - Other adaption in early 2000s 00:44:22 - Gyo Tokyo Fish Attack (2012) 01:47:37 - Junji Ito Colle...2023-03-021h 14

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 44: the End of Year Show 2022It's time for the End of Year Show! James and Andy look back on 2022, the highs and lows. Did anything change for Asian film? What were the big releases and trends? Will there be ranting about that certain recent survey? There's only one way to find out: listen!!! This episode’s handy timecodes 00:00:32 - Introduction 00:01:53 - What were the big releases? 00:08:25 - Decision to Leave, innit? 00:25:16 - Other key cinema releases 00:41:37 - Trends, what have we seen from different countries 00:50:22 - The home entertainment renaissance 00:47:46 - Legacy and influence...2022-12-291h 33

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 43: Infernal Affairs 20th Anniversary SpecialTo celebrate the 20th Anniversary of its original release, Stephen Palmer joins Andy and James to discuss the Infernal Affairs Trilogy starring Tony Leung and Andy Lau. Meanwhile, Phillip O'Connor shares his thoughts on the inevitable fates of our protagonists. This episode’s handy timecodes 00:00:32 - Introduction 00:03:00 - Context and concept 00:08:25 - Creative team 00:11:50 - Infernal Affairs 00:25:19 - Infernal Affairs II 00:40:29 - Infernal Affairs III 00:47:46 - Legacy and influence 00:51:53 - Phillip on the inevitability of fate 01:05:42 - The Departed 01:18:09 - Conclusions 01:23:39 - Outro The Infe...2022-12-111h 24

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 42: London Film Festival roundupJames and Andy take a look at Asian films screening at the 66th BFI London Film Festival 2022, and Andy chats to the director of Liquor Store Dreams, So Yun Um. This episode’s handy timecodes 00:00:32 - Episode introduction 00:01:27 - On to the festival, and the many films from Korea (?) 00:18:14 - So Yun Um interview, Liquor Store Dreams 00:37:18 - Films from Japan 00:39:09 - Films from Thailand and beyond, plus documentaries and more 00:52:25 - Thoughts on the festival 01:06:07 - Outro The BFI London Film Festival 2022 takes place from 5th to 16 Oct...2022-10-051h 06

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 41: Happy Anniversary, Squid Game?On the first anniversary of the show debuting on Netflix and with a big win at the Emmys, we look back at the impact of Squid Game and ask what it really means for the future of both the creators and cast, and Korean film and TV in general... This episode’s handy timecodes 00:32 - Episode introduction 02:13 - For those that missed it...(what?) 14:02 - The success of the show, and creators and cast 26:40 - What does that mean for other shows? 44:57 - Wrapping up 48:37 - Outro 2022-09-1549 min

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 40: Making WavesJames and Andy chat exclusively about Focus Hong Kong's Making Waves, a Hong Kong screening programme coming to London from 8 to 10 July. Full disclaimer, they might have had something to do with it... This episode’s handy timecodes 00:31 - Episode introduction 01:43 - An introduction to Focus Hong Kong 05:00 - The Making Waves programme 06:19 - Comrades, Almost A Love Story and Peter Chan holo-presence 13:41 - July Rhapsody 18:32 - Anita 22:34 - Hand Rolled Cigarette 24:51 - Breakout Brothers 26:48 - The First Girl I Loved 28:24 - Tales from the Occult 2022-06-2536 min

The EditionThe quiet radicalism of Elizabeth IIIn this week’s episode: Robert Hardman & Angela Levin, two of the UK’s royal specialists, explore the character of the Queen and the impact she has had on the institution of the monarchy. (00:36) Also this week: For now, it seems that Boris Johnson is hanging on after the publishing of the Sue Gray report, but how stable is his position? Could a vote of no confidence be closer than anyone expects? The Spectator’s political editor James Forsyth joins the podcast to discuss. (13:47) And finally: Is Chinese cinema in decline? Cindy Yu writes on this in thi...2022-06-0133 min

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 39 - The Sadness specialTo celebrate the global release of gruesome horror The Sadness on Shudder, James and Andy chat through the film, with an exclusive interview with the films director, Rob Jabbaz. This episode’s handy timecodes 00:31 - Episode introduction 01:54 - The Sadness, a quick explainer 08:39 - Rob Jabbaz interview 28:11 - Reactions to the interview 34:52 - easternKicks Picks! 42:40 - Outro The Sadness is available to exclusively stream on Shudder from 12th May. 2022-05-1143 min

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 38 – Spotlight on... ZatoichiThis time Jonathan Wroot, senior lecturer in film studies, joins James and Andy to chat in detail about the topic of his new book, Zatoichi! As well as the various influences and successors. And yes, we chat Rutger Hauer too! This episode’s handy timecodes 00:00:44 - Episode introduction 00:02:12 - Before we start, how did our guest get into Asian film? 00:06:05 - Kitano's Zatoichi, was it a remake? 00:13:10 - Let's go back to the start 00:17:08 - How star Shintaro Katsu's previous work fed into the film series 00:20:22 - Zatoichi begins 00:25:05 - A...2022-05-031h 17

The Whisky Bikini Suspense ShowCategory III Carnage - Part ThreeIn the third part of our SHOCKING series on classic Hong Kong Category III rated cinema, James is joined by Andy Heskins of easternKicks.com fame to discuss some of the key films from a UK perspective.....is Category III a genre? Which films were released in the UK? Which films are truly beyond the pale? Pour yourself a drink, tune in and find out! 2022-04-2124 min

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 37 – The Long Walk specialSeriously cutting into their Giallo viewing time, James and Andy chat to Laos film director Mattie Do and her other 'alf, screenwriter Christoper Larsen in detail about their superb genre-crossing sci-fi horror, The Long Walk and much more. This episode’s handy timecodes 00:00:31 – Episode introduction 00:02:16 – Interview with Mattie Do and Chris Larsen 00:52:32 – The easternKicks take on The Long Walk 01:08:05 – Outro The Long Walk is available on digital now via Light Bulb Film Distribution in the UK, and Yellow Veil Pictures in the US.2022-03-091h 08

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 36 - The End of the Year ShowThis episode is a real meeting of minds, as Panos Kotzathanasis of Asian Movie Pulse joins James and Andy to chat about the trends and topics of the year, all bizarrely summed up by titles of soul and funk songs (?) Meanwhile easternKicks regulars Niina and Theo share thoughts on their favourite films of the year. This episode's handy timecodes 00:00:44 – Episode introduction 00:02:39 – What's in Santa's hat (don't ask!) 00:03:33 – Smoke.Netflix.Chill 00:18:26 – (Get on the) Partyline 00:34:55 – Niina on Howling Village 00:37:43 – Sitting in Limbo 00:45:07 – East West Shuffle 00:53:54 – Theme For "Five Fingers Of Death" 01:05...2021-12-231h 20

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 35 – All Aboard... for Hellbound!Is this deja vu? A Korean streaming series taking Netflix by storm. No, it's not Squid Game, but Train To Busan director Yeon Sang-ho's Hellbound. James and Andy chat about the series and wonder, will there be another? Meanwhile James has some more easternKicks picks. This episode's handy timecodes 00:00:44 - Episode introduction 00:02:28 - Putting Hellbound in context 00:07:52 - A brief synopsis 00:11:29 - How it fits with Yeon's other work 00:22:29 - Just what are the demons? 00:24:12 - Comparison with Yeon original Jiok/The Hell animations 00:29:50 - Ah man, more 'VIPs'? ...2021-12-071h 08

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 34 - The horror of Hong Kong!Yes, it's that time of year again, and we turn our focus to modern Hong Kong horror, from the tail end of the Shaw Brothers right up to Fruit Chan's Coffin Homes. Meanwhile, Niina and Stephen share some of their favourites... This episode's handy timecodes 00:00:49 - Episode introduction 00:02:18 - Why Hong Kong horror? 00:08:00 - Into the 80s 00:10:34 - Niina on Seeding Of A Ghost 00:13:51 - The evolution from Shaw Brothers 00:25:01 - The glorious descent into Category III 00:27:17 - The 1990s 00:38:07 - Post-handover and the 2000s 00:46:03 - Stephen on...2021-10-271h 04

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 33 - Do you like calamari?This time we look at a certain very popular streaming series that seems to have taken over the world (or at least every news platform). That's right, it's Squid Game time! Meanwhile, James has a few more picks to choose from. And don't forget, you can still take advantage of a discount with our friends at Gweilo Beer! This episode's handy timecodes 00:45 - Episode introduction 01:52 - Let the Squid Game commence 06:52 - Hwang Dong-hyuk, hardly a talent from outta nowhere 11:28 - Korea's so hot right now... 16:06 - High production values, quirky sty...2021-10-1557 min

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 32 - Spotlight on... A Tale of Two SistersThis episode we look back on Kim Jee-woon's classic Korean horror more patterned wallpaper than John Lewis, A Tale Of Two Sisters, with help from Stephen Palmer and Yonah Sichrovsky. We also announce a new association with Gweilo Beer! Don't forget to get your discount! But most importantly, will someone explain what's going on to Yonah? Find out! This episode's timecodes 00:45 - Episode introduction 03:43 - An introduction to A Tale of Two Sisters 07:50 - The house of William Morris 13:18 - A very British Asian horror? 16:07 - The perfect moment 24:10 - Whe...2021-09-1357 min

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 31 – Spotlight on... DaimajinPhillip O'Connor joins Andy and James for a detailed look at everyone's favourite diminutive kaiju, Daimajin, recently restored and on Blu-ray. Okay sure, he's tall, but he's definitely no Godzilla... This episode's timecodes 00:31 - Episode introduction 02:05 - Daimajin's origins 06:28 - Shall we talk about the, erm, plot? 12:27 - Some of the different elements of the films 22:08 - Daimajin's design and special effects 31:20 - Production and shooting 33:45 - Obligatory Steven Segal cameo 36:40 - Original release and popularity 39:38 - Where'd the wee fella go? 43:52 - Godzilla composer Akira If...2021-08-251h 00

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 30: The best of NYAFF 2021In this episode, we turn our eye to some picks from the New York Asian Film Festival (NYAFF), including an extended chat about Benny Chan's final film Raging Fire. Meanwhile Maja Korbeca chats to the "Grandmother of Hong Kong Cinema" Ann Hui, recipient of the NYAFF 2021 Star Asia Lifetime Achievement Award. This episode's timecodes 00:31 - Episode introduction 02:16 - Back to live festivals with NYAFF and Raging Fire 15:36 - Hand Rolled Cigarette and Limbo 22:59 - Shadows and more from Hong Kong 28:59 - Maja interview with Ann Hui 41:41 - Some picks screening fro...2021-08-1758 min

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 29: PTU and Johnnie To's crime drama yearsIn this episode contributor Kaj van Zoelen joins James and Andy to revisit PTU and the classic crime dramas of Johnnie To. Will we ever see its like again? Meanwhile Stephen Palmer shares thoughts on a decidedly different example from To, My Left Eye Sees Ghosts. This episode's timecodes 00:00:35 - Episode introduction 00:01:38 - PTU review 00:24:01 - PTU and the HK crime drama resurgence of 2000s 00:52:10 - Stephen Palmer on My Left Eye Sees Ghosts 00:58:54 - James and Kaj share some easternKicks Picks 01:06:08 - Outro PTU is available now on UK...2021-07-091h 06

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 28 - The World of Wong Kar-waiIn this special edition, we celebrate the return of Wong Kar-wai's classic in newly remastered versions to cinemas. Special guest Bede Cheng, Managing Director at L’Immagine Ritrovata Asia, the laboratory responsible for the new editions, joins us for a chat about the restoration process. Meanwhile, contributors Colette, Theo, Phillip, Yonah, Ethan and Stephen share their thoughts on the filmmakers work. We also have the perfect podcast fuel from Bun House / Wun's Tea Room & Bar. This episode's timecodes 00:00:56 - Episode introduction 00:02:08 - Phillip on As Tears Go By 00:07:19 - Bede Cheng interview part one...2021-06-251h 07

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 27: Time & Tide & TsuiOn this episode James and Andy are joined by easternKicks contributors Phillip O'Connor and Fedor Tot to chat about the new release of Tsui Hark's 2000 action classic Time and Tide, and the director's career at point, with his fleeting dalliance with Hollywood and USA films, pairing with Jean-Claude Van Damme on Double Team and Knock Off. This episode's timecodes 00:00:33 - Episode introduction 00:03:50 - Time and Tide review 00:37:05 - Enter JCVD 00:40:52 - Double Team review 00:45:26 - Knock Off review 01:13:33 - easternKicks Picks 01:22:50 - Outro Time and Tide is available now...2021-06-151h 23

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 26: One-Armed JimmyJoin Andrew, James and easternKicks contributor Yonah Sichrovsky for some mainly 'armless fun, as we chat about kung fu classic One Armed Boxer, and director and star, the notorious Jimmy Wang Yu! This episode's timecodes 00:00:52 - Episode introduction 00:02:41 - One Armed Boxer review 00:19:20 - Jimmy Wang Yu: The main who would be Bruce? 00:34:28 - Will we ever see the popularity of kung fu films return? 00:44:09 - easternKicks Picks: James 00:54:54 - More easternKicks Picks: Yonah, including Demon Slayer 01:02:17 - Outro One Armed Boxer is available now on UK Blu-ray from...2021-05-291h 03

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 25: Cliff Walkers and Zhang YimouWe look at the acclaimed director's latest film, Cliff Walkers, as well his genre work over the last decade. While easternKicks regulars Phillip O'Connor, Maja Korbecka and Stephen Palmer join us for their thoughts on Zhang's work. This episode's timecodes 00:00:32 - Episode introduction 00:02:50 - Cliff Walkers review 00:28:10 - Other works 00:30:10 - Stephen Palmer on the 2008 Olympics 00:36:03 - A Simple Noodle Story aka A Woman, a Gun and a Noodle Shop aka 'Zhang Yimou's Blood Simple' (sigh) 00:41:20 - Maja Korbecka on The Road Home 00:47:40 - The Flowers Of War 00:51:00...2021-05-081h 09

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 24: Spotlight on... Battle RoyaleWe revisit Kinji Fukasaku's classic Battle Royale and its sequel in honour of the new 4K UHD release. Why is it such a classic, even after 20 years? This episode's timecodes 00:01:14 - Episode introduction 00:02:50 - Ready to rumble? It's time for Battle Royale 00:34:07 - Battle Royale II: Requiem. Why? 00:54:54 - easternKicks picks 00:55:54 - Outro Battle Royale is released on Limited Edition 4K UHD Blu-ray 5-disc boxset from Arrow Video from 26 April 2021, with a brand new 4K UHD restoration of the theatrical and director's cut, two cuts of Battle Royale II on sep...2021-04-1656 min

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 23: Indonesian Folk Horror specialThis episode we explore Indonesian Folk Horror, from the classics of the 80s to the new films of Joko Anwar, Timo Tjahjanto, as well as an exclusive interview with Kimo Stamboel about The Queen Of Black Magic. This episode's timecodes 00:00:31 - Episode introduction 00:02:47 - The Queen Of Black Magic review 00:08:52 - Comparison with the original The Queen Of Black Magic 00:16:06 - James chats to Kimo Stamboel 00:52:34 - Indonesian Horror, then and now; Satan's Slave and Satan's Slaves 01:00:39 - May The Devil Take You and May The Devil Take You Too 2021-04-131h 16

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 22: Tokyo Dragon Chef vs Crazy SamuraiJames and Andy are joined by Life Of Action and action co-ordinator Mike Fury to chat about Tokyo Gore Police director Yoshihiro Nishimura similarly-titled (but somewhat less gory) Tokyo Dragon Chef, as well as looking back on the career of Japan's 'Tom Savini'. We also discuss the latest from frequent Nishimura collaborator Tak Sakaguchi, Crazy Samurai: 400 vs. 1, aka Crazy Samurai Musashi, featuring a 77-minute one-take. This episode's timecodes 00:00:31 - Episode introduction 00:02:00 - Tokyo Dragon Chef review 00:17:10 - Yoshihiro Nishimura's career and previous work 00:32:22 - What happened to the Japanese 'splatterpunk' scene? 00:44:26...2021-04-131h 11

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 23: Indonesian Folk Horror specialThis episode we explore Indonesian Folk Horror, from the classics of the 80s to the new films of Joko Anwar, Timo Tjahjanto, as well as an exclusive interview with Kimo Stamboel about The Queen Of Black Magic. This episode's timecodes 00:00:31 - Episode introduction 00:02:47 - The Queen Of Black Magic review 00:08:52 - Comparision with the original The Queen Of Black Magic 00:16:06 - James chats to Kimo Stamboel 00:52:34 - Indonesian Horror, then and now; Satan's Slave and Satan's Slaves 01:00:39 - May The Devil Take You and May The Devil Take You Too 01:07:38 - Impetigore 01:16:19 - Outro The Que...2021-03-121h 11

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 22: Tokyo Dragon Chef x Crazy SamuraiJames and Andy are joined by Life Of Action and action co-ordinator Mike Fury to chat about Tokyo Gore Police director Yoshihiro Nishimura similarly-titled (but somewhat less gory) Tokyo Dragon Chef, as well as looking back on the career of Japan's 'Tom Savani'. We also discuss the latest from frequent Nishimura collaborator Tak Sakaguchi, Crazy Samurai: 400 x 1, aka Crazy Samurai Musashi, featuring a 77-minute one-take.Tokyo Dragon Chef is available now on digital and DVD from Terracotta Distribution. Crazy Samuari: 400 x 1 is on Well Go USA's streaming service Hi-YAH now, with a Digital, Blu-ray and DVD from...2021-02-121h 11

Ani-Gamers PodcastOldtaku no Radio #051 – Tokyo Godfathers Three bums talk about three homeless people who find a baby. For our second installment of our Satoshi Kon episodes, Phillip rejoins us to talk about the Christmas (should-be) classic: Tokyo Godfathers. We were a little giddy with holiday spirit, so please forgive us our mania. Stream Tokyo Godfathers on Crackle.Buy Tokyo Godfathers via RightStuff, Amazon. Direct Download – RSS Feed – Stitcher – Google Play: Music – iTunesSend us Feedback! – More episodes Runtime: 1 hour, 43 minutes Show Notes Opening Song: “Ruff” by eddy 0:00:00 – Intros, backgrounds, and love for Satoshi Kon...2020-12-3000 min

Oldtaku no RadioOldtaku no Radio #051 – Tokyo Godfathers Three bums talk about three homeless people who find a baby. For our second installment of our Satoshi Kon episodes, Phillip rejoins us to talk about the Christmas (should-be) classic: Tokyo Godfathers. We were a little giddy with holiday spirit, so please forgive us our mania. Stream Tokyo Godfathers on Crackle.Buy Tokyo Godfathers via RightStuff, Amazon. Direct Download – RSS Feed – Stitcher – Google Play: Music – iTunesSend us Feedback! – More episodes Runtime: 1 hour, 43 minutes Show Notes Opening Song: “Ruff” by eddy 0:00:00 – Intros, backgrounds, and love for Satoshi Kon...2020-12-3000 min

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 21: The Woman Who Ran and Hong Sang-sooThis episode Tania Hall joins James and Andy for a discussion on that most idiosyncratic of Korean directors, Hong Sang-soo, and his latest film The Woman Who Ran. What is it that makes his films compelling, and where should you start? The Woman Who Ran is currently streaming on MUBI from 20 December. Sign up now with MUBI via easternKicks and get 30 days FREE! This episode's timecodes 00:31 - Episode introduction 01:08 - Discussion on The Woman Who Ran 24:54 - Where should you start with Hong? 32:32 - The influence of Hong Sang-soo on...2020-12-2242 min

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 20: The Gift GuideThe nights have drawn in, and Christmas is but a few sleeps away, so for this episode, Andy and James have put together a list of 12 perfect gifts for the Asian film fan in your life - even if it's just yourself! Meanwhile, our Stephen picks his own list of Christmas wishes! And stay listening, for some very special giveaways! You can find all the selections with links at easternkicks.com/giftguide, as well as how to enter our giveaway competitions... This episode's timecodes 00:33 - Episode introduction 01:56 - 1. Parasite soundtrack LP (Sacred...2020-12-1546 min

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 19: Spotlight on...The Bride with White HairThis episode author and film lecturer Colette Balman joins us for a special episode on one of Hong Kong cinemas most beloved films: Ronny Yu's The Bride with White Hair – recently released by Eureka Classics. Including some audio from star Brigitte Lin herself, we discuss the magical pairing with the late Leslie Cheung. There are some new discoveries on Netflix and Amazon prime, and we also hear from the last of our Udine Far East Film Festival Campus correspondents. This episode's timecodes 00:00:44 - Episode introduction 00:02:23 - The Bride with White Hair discussion 00:37:17 - Br...2020-11-291h 16

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 18: Hungry Ghost Halloween!Feeling brave? This time we’re celebrating Halloween as Andrew and James find some hungry ghosts of their own with unfinished business – namely Asian horrors that were overlooked in the post-Ringu boom of the early 00s! Meanwhile, some of the easternKicks team share their own unsung ghostly classics. This episode's timecodes 00:00:31 - Episode introduction 00:02:11 - The Asian horror 'boom' of the 2000s 00:06:28 - The New Blood (2002) 00:12:10 - Stephen on Inner Senses 00:18:02 - The Red Shoes (2005) 00:28:21 - Noroi: The Curse (2005) 00:34:43 - Niina on Yotsuya Kaidan 00:37:54 - Rule #1 (2008) 00:42:33 - Bunshi...2020-10-251h 15

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 17: Into the Leijiverse!This episode we have the pleasure of chatting to Helen McCarthy, well-known author of so many of our favourite books on anime, on her latest work about the life and work of manga artist Leiji Matsumoto. Creator of some of the biggest franchises in anime, including Space Battleship Yamato (Star Blazers), Space Pirate Captain Harlock and Galaxy Express 999, but still criminally overlooked in the UK and USA. A collaborative effort with co-editor Darren-Jon Ashmore, with various contributors including Jonathan Tarbox, Ed Hoff and Stefanie Thomas. (You can pre-order the book at https://mcfarlandbooks.com/product/leiji-matsumoto.) Meanwhile, members of...2020-10-201h 05

TryloveEpisode 87: BLACK MAGIC 2 (1976)We’re in full goofball mode for BLACK MAGIC 2, a fun artifact of the changing world of Hong Kong cinema in the 1970s. With a “please ignore this” plot and gross-out moments to spare, you could call it a subversion of the soap opera dramas that dominated the 1940s and ‘50s… or you could call it a really silly, fun way to spend 90 minutes with friends. “Black Magic and Sleazy Spells: The Shaw Brothers Horror Films” by James Mudge: https://www.easternkicks.com/features/black-magic-and-sleazy-spells-the-shaw-brothers-horror-films Follow us on Twitter at twitter.com/trylovepodcast and email us at trylovepodcast@gmail.com to get in touc...2020-10-061h 10

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 16: A pop-up chat about Asian Pop-up Cinema!We talk to Sophia's Choice founder Sophia Wong Boccio about Chicago-based Asian Pop-up Cinema and the changing shape of film festivals in the Covid-19 era. We also look back on the career of the late and much-loved Hong Kong action director Benny Chan, as well hear from another of our Udine Far East Film Festival Campus correspondents. This episode's timecodes 00:31 - Episode introduction 01:26 - A chat with Sophia Wong Boccio: Asian Pop-up Cinema 42:51 - A look back at Benny Chan's career 55:58 - Udine FEFF correspondent: Diego Aparicio 59:56 - Outro 2020-09-071h 01

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 15: NYAFF Action Award-winner Geran!We talk to the filmmakers and star behind new Malaysian martial art film Geran, recipient of the New York Asian Film Festival Daniel A. Craft Award for Excellence in Action Cinema. We spoke to director Areel Abu Bakar, action choreographer and lead bad guy Azlan Komeng, and actor Megat Shahrizal, with interpreter Syeela Dzul, about bringing the art of Silat to the big screen. We also find out how Life Of Action and action co-ordinator Mike Fury got into easternFlicks, and hear from another of our Udine Far East Film Festival Campus correspondents. This episode's timecodes 2020-08-2652 min

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 14: All aboard for Peninsula!We climb aboard one of the eagerly awaited Asian film releases this Summer, Peninsula. Looking back on the career of director Yeon Sang-ho, having made his name with animated films such as King Of Pigs, The Fake and Seoul Station before his breakthrough live-action global hit Train to Busan. We also hear how author and Neo magazine writer David West got into easternFlicks, and from another of our Udine Far East Film Festival Campus correspondents. This episode's timecodes 00:00:32 - Episode introduction 00:01:17 - Peninsula intro 00:04:33 - Yeon Sang-ho's career 00:16:14 - Boarding the Train t...2020-08-2046 min

PicardcastPersonal Logs Episode 6 - Star Trek: Deep Space Nine "Trials and Tribble-ations"This we are talking to our friend Kay from the future-New Zealand-as we go to the past in the DS9 Season 5 episode Trials and Tribble-ations.Read Kay's reviews on Asian Cinema here https://www.easternkicks.com/author/kayhoddyAs promised, the Star Date Generator:http://trekguide.com/Stardates.htmCheck out these Stickers from the most happenin' place in the Alpha Quadrant:https://www.teepublic.com/sticker/6531687-galorndon-coreKeep listening for a chance to win one of these little babies.Music: "Fanfare for Space" by Kevin MacLeod 2020-08-171h 39

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 13: Supersized Kaiju specialAnt Gates and Phillip O'Connor join us for an appropriately monster-sized discussion to celebrate the Arrow Video release of Gamera: The Complete Collection. We take in the history of Kaiju, while considering the important questions. Like what does Mothra drink? And exactly what is the deal with Godzilla's son? Stephen Palmer tells us more about the original hero in a half shell, and Helen McCarthy, author of many of our favourite books on anime, tells us How she got into easternFlicks. This episode's timecodes 00:00:31 - Episode introduction 00:02:35 - The origins of Kaiju 00:22:27 - St...2020-08-161h 38

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 12: House Of HummingbirdThis episode Phillip O'Connor joins us for a discussion about acclaimed coming-of-age drama House Of Hummingbird, while Roxy Simmons talks to the film's writer/director Kim Bora. We've got some picks from Prime, Netflix and more, and the first of our Udine Far East Film Festival Campus correspondents. Meanwhile, listen all the way through for a very special offer from our friends at Terracotta. This episode's timecodes 00:00:32 - Episode introduction 00:01:46 - House Of Hummingbird discussion 00:28:16 - Kim Bora Interview 01:14:22 - Udine FEFF correspondent: Adora Tan 01:17:40 - easternKicks Picks: Double World, A...2020-08-111h 25

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 11: Spotlight on... Wu Xia (Dragon)In another special edition, we put the spotlight on classic martial arts film Wu Xia (aka Dragon), starring Donnie Yen, with an exclusive interview with the film's director Peter Chan. We also look at new release Enter The Fat Dragon and some discoveries on Prime Video. This episode's timecodes 00:00:32 - Episode introduction 00:01:29 - Wu Xia introduction 00:10:25 - Peter Chan on how the film came about 00:25:33 - Peter Chan discusses getting the best out of action stars 00:33:43 - Peter Chan on casting Jimmy Wang Yu 00:41:25 - Peter Chan on Jake Pollack's cinem...2020-07-031h 09

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 10: Bae Doona – In FocusThis episode we profile actor Bae Doona, focusing on career highlights with exclusive audio from an interview with the actor herself. Meanwhile film critic, producer and KoBiz English editor Pierce Conran tells us How he got into easternFlicks! This episode's timecodes 00:32 - Introduction 02:20 - Beginnings 02:57 - The Ring Virus 05:27 - Barking Dogs Never Bite 07:05 - Take Care Of My Cat 09:34 - Sympathy For Mr Vengence 11:30 - Tube 14:01 - Bae on her quirkier roles 14:38 - Linda Linda Linda 15:43 - Air Doll 17:44 - Bae on taking roles outs...2020-06-181h 00

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 9: BFI's Japan 2020In this bumper edition episode, writer, curator and filmmaker Jasper Sharp joins James and Andrew to select some highlights from the BFI's Japan 2020 season. A celebration of over 100 years of Japanese Cinema, including titles from Third Window Film and Arrow Video. While in a very connected way, our very own Kaj van Zoelen tells us How he got into easternFlicks! BFI's Japan 2020 is currently available on BFI Player and continues throughout the year. This episode's timecodes 00:00:32 - Introduction Jasper's choices: 00:03:29 - 1) Rashomon (Kurosawa, 1950) 00:17:24 - 2) Good Morning (Ozu 1959) 00:30:59 - Kaj van...2020-05-271h 24

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 8: Free(ish) Korean filmsWith the UK and many parts of the world under lockdown, or just coming out of it, this episode we take a look at South Korean films you can watch for free, or at least 'free-ish', following on from the phenomenal popularity of Parasite. Hangul Celluloid's Paul Quinn joins us to give recommendations from the Korean Film Archive's YouTube channel, while our very own Roxy scours the depths of Netflix, Amazon Prime and finds some gems, despite the bizarre search results! This episode's timecodes 00:32 - Introduction Paul's choices: 03:08 - 1) The Housemaid (1960) 11:26 - 2) Mu...2020-05-121h 01

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 7: Double Happy, part 2!We continue with the second of our two-part celebration of Hong Kong comedy, as Andrew, James and Stephen bring the chat right up to date. Maja picks her favourite as well, while Podcast On Fire's Kenneth Brorsson tells us How he got into easternFlicks! This episode's timecodes 00:32 - Introduction 01:00 - Her Fatal Ways 09:15 - Maja Korbecka's favourite HK comedy 13:26 - The Ghost Snatchers and Mr Vampire 22:23 - Gallants 29:44 - Vulgaria 40:59 - Men On The Dragon 43.37 - Kenneth Brorsson: How I got into easternFlicks 2020-04-2950 min

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 6: Double Happy!We thought we could all do with a laugh right now, so in a two-part special we celebrate Hong Kong comedy! Stephen joins James and Andrew once again to pick out some of our favourites over the years, from Stephen Chow's mo lei tau, to the spooky and martial art comedies. Podcast On Fire's Kenneth Brorsson picks out one of his favourite scenes, while our own Lu Yin tells us How she got into easternFlicks! This episode's timecodes 00:32 - Introduction 03:07 - The House of 72 Tenants 10:04 - The Private Eyes 16:48 - Twinkle Twinkle L...2020-04-2449 min

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 5A: CinemAsia Film Festival SpecialIn another standalone special from Maja and Kaj, they report back on Amsterdam's CinemAsia Film Festival. No one knew it at the time, but it was one of the last festivals to go ahead for what might be a while. How things have changed in a month. They discuss Lee Sang-geun’s fun blockbuster Exit, Diao Yinan's The Wild Goose Lake, Arden Roz Condez's John Denver Trending and Lou Ye's latest Saturday Fiction. This episode's timecodes 00:32.250 - Introduction to CinemAsia Film Festival and Exit 14:28.500 - The Wild Goose Lake 24:03.250 - John Denver Trending 29...2020-04-0938 min

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 5: So is that why there are no cute guinea pig films?This episode we move away from timely releases to focus on one of James' favourite film series of all time: the notorious Guinea Pig video series from Japan! We also pick out Park Hoon-jung's The Witch: Part 1. The Subversion and the second season of Kingdom for you to binge-watch, while Hangul Celluloid's Paul Quinn tells us How he got into easternFlicks. This episode's timecodes 00:11.500 - Introduction and the Guinea Pig films 39:37.000 - Paul Quinn: How I got into easternFlicks 41:52.700 - easternKicks Picks: The Witch: Part 1. The Subversion and Kingdom (Season 2) 2020-03-2448 min

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 4: Who is King Hu?Stephen joins us for an in-depth discussion about all things King Hu, while the Director of Culture Division at the Taipei Representative Office's Dr Chen Pin-Chuan puts his legacy in context and Niina tells us why you should watch Raining In The Mountain. Japan Times film critic Mark Schilling tells us How he got into easternFlicks. James reports back about Berlinale 2020, and Ant has a pick for us. What is it? Listen to find out! 2020-03-0348 min

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 3: Takashi squaredIn this jam-packed episode, Ant Gates joins Andrew and James to get all lovey-dovey about Takashi Miike's First Love, but as we look forward to the new rerelease of the One Missed Call trilogy, we wonder if this was the slushy feelings we were thinking of? Continuing the J-Horror theme, Niina Doherty gets very excited about Takashi Shimizu's Howling Village, while we reminisce about The Grudge and the good old days of Asian horror. Maja and Kaj report back on the International Film Festival Rotterdam, featured in full on the previous special report podcast. Meanwhile, Third Window Film's Adam...2020-02-1050 min

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 3A: International Film Festival Rotterdam reportIn a special standalone episode, Maja Korbecka and Kaj van Zoelen chat through some highlights from the 2020 International Film Festival Rotterdam. 2020-02-0424 min

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 2: A Parasite specialFor our second episode, Andrew and James are joined by Tania Hall to discuss Bong Joon-ho's Parasite in detail. Will he get an Oscar? Will the film's phenomenal success thrust Korean cinema into the mainstream? Listen and find out what we think. We also hear from lead star Korean actor Song Kang-ho. 2020-01-2443 min

Como começarComo começar a ver cinema sul-coreanoGanhador da Palma de Ouro no festival de Cannes de 2019 e do Globo de Ouro de melhor filme estrangeiro em 2020, “Parasita” já contabiliza mais de 100 outros prêmios ao redor do mundo. O longa sul-coreano é ainda o primeiro do país a ser indicado às principais categorias do Oscar: além de “Melhor Filme Estrangeiro”, aparece entre os americanos nas listas de “Melhor Filme”, “Melhor Direção” e “Melhor Roteiro Original”.Não é um fenômeno espontâneo: Bong Joon-ho, diretor do filme, é de uma geração de cineastas que vem se destacando em festivais internacionais há mais de uma década. Park Chan-wook, Kim K...2020-01-1425 min

The easternKicks.com PodcastEpisode 1: How *we* into easternFlicksWelcome to the easternKicks podcast, a fortnightly magazine programme about East Asian film led by Andrew Heskins, founder and grandmaster of easternKicks.com, and lead writer James Mudge. Each episode we’ll be taking a look at the latest films, news and festivals, often chatting to filmmakers and stars along the way. But for our first episode, we answer a question we get asked a lot, just what started our passion for Asian film? And then we review Ip Man 4: The Finale, lord help us. 2020-01-1141 min

Asian Cinema Film ClubA.C. Film Club #22 - Gamera 3: The Revenge of IrisIt’s the happiest time of the year which of course means that it’s time to once more celebrate a Kaiju Christmas as this year we check out the final part of the 90’s Gamera trilogy. We also reveal our top episodes aswell as the lows for 2018, while Stephen also discusses the films which made the easternkicks.com yearly best of 2019-07-021h 10

That Moment In.comAsian Cinema FIlm Club Podcast: A Kaiju Christmas with GameraIt's once again the happiest time of the year as we celebrate another Kaiju Christmas, this time checking out the final part of the 90's Gamera trilogy. We also reveal our top episodes as well as the lows for 2018, while Stephen also discusses the films which made the easternKicks 2018 best of list. Plus much more!!2018-12-201h 10

That Moment In.comAsian Cinema Film Club: 'The Wailing'Elwood and Stephen are joined once more by the Dutchess of Dark Cinema Zoë (Zobo With A Shotgun) to discuss the winner of the Halloween listener vote "The Wailing". A film acclaimed by both audiences and critics alike, as well as EasternKicks film of the year but does it really live up to the hype? Join us for this suitably spooky Halloween special for a film quite unlike anything that we have seen before.2018-10-3049 min