Send us a text This 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 dept…

Send us a text This week, we sit down with Phoebe Gittins & Arty Papageorgiou, the screenwriters behind the new animated Lord of the Rings film, "The War of the Rohirrim." Join us as we delve into the creative process, explore the challenges of adapting Tolkien's work, and discuss the exciting experience of bringing a fresh perspective to the belov…

Send us a text This week in For Your Reference Podcast, Aleks Le discusses the experience of bringing Sung Jinwoo's character to life in 'Solo Leveling.' Aleks shares insights on the voice acting process, comparing the Japanese and English dubs, and the character's emotional and power journeys throughout the first season. The conversation covers pi…

Send us a text FYR & Kapow Comics collab on the blue carpet of the Australian Premiere Screening of Moana 2, in Sydney. The carpet was a beautiful celebration of the community across all industries. In order, we chat to Gen Fricker (Comedian), Kween Kong (Artist), Sela Vai (Creative Director & Choreographer), David Fane (Kele in Moana 2), Awhimai F…

Send us a text In this week’s Reference Max we review, Wicked, Red One, The Moogai & The Franchise. Website | Rotten Tomatoes | Linktree | Youtube | Twitter | Instagram

Send us a text We sit down with Marissa and Ethan as they discuss their experiences working on the film adaptation of the musical 'Wicked.' They share their love for the original Broadway show and how iconic it is, the challenges and excitement of transitioning from stage to film, and the importance of authentic representation. Marissa reflects on …

Send us a text We review 16 shorts across Elections in Paradise (Fiji), Oceania Shorts and Pacific Australia Shorts as a part of 2024 Pasifika Film Festival (PFF). The 2022 General Elections in Fiji, Indigenous Women in Fiji Politics, Hangover at the Takeover, Tradewinds, Armea, Daddy, Butterfly (Bataplai), An Gumupu i Chankleta, Kala, Vakatairaka,…

Send us a text Another milestone for the nasty lil pod that could: our second attendance at a virtual press conference and second time our question was selected. First Issa Rae for Barbie and now Lucy Liu for Red One. Lucy talks about doing more than a kick and a punch and what the action genre means to her will forever be a milestone for the podca…

Send us a text Casting Guild of Australia (CGA) come together to identify a group of extraordinary actors they believe have the potential to break out on the world stage; The CGA Rising Stars. And we have the opportunity to chat with one of this year’s recipients. Michael Logo offers an intriguing body of work centering humour and the realness. Mic…

Send us a text Dive into the artful world of comics where we don't allow our limited expectation of what a film could be to full on sploosh down to Venom Mountain. We are covering the Venom Trilogy this week. Website | Rotten Tomatoes | Linktree | Youtube | Twitter | Instagram

Send us a text Jon Bell is an award winning director with work across television and film including The Gods of Wheat Street, Cleverman and The Moogai. A young mother becomes increasingly unstable when she is terrorized by a malevolent spirit she believes is trying to take her children. The Moogai is releasing wide in Australian cinemas on Hallowee…

Send us a text Put Down The puzzle and Connect through Love and friendship with Ludwig this week. Website | Rotten Tomatoes | Linktree | Youtube | Twitter | Instagram

Send us a text Stay away from the family group chat and be brave through the turbulence of self doubt. Travel the world on someone else’s dime with How to Die Alone this week. Website | Rotten Tomatoes | Linktree | Youtube | Twitter | Instagram

Send us a text Enter the corgi group chat for the tea on men, memories and all the mess. Slide out of real truths and slide into your sploosh places with Queenie this week. Trigger warning for medical neglect, physical violence and trauma. Website | Rotten Tomatoes | Linktree | Youtube | Twitter | Instagram…

Send us a text This week we bring coverage from Africa Film Festival including the Pixar short, Self and feature film Rise: The Siya Kolisi Story. Thanks to Original Spin, the team at Africa Film Festival. Website | Rotten Tomatoes | Linktree | Youtube | Twitter | Instagram

Send us a text Shaka Cook brings interesting performances across stage and screen, including Hamilton Australia, Black Comedy, lead role in The Flood and playing Armless in the upcoming Kid Snow. Kid Snow, a washed-up Irish fighter in a raucous travelling tent-boxing show, is offered a rematch against the man he fought ten years ago. Kid Snow is in…

Send us a text AACTA Award Winning actor/writer/director Hunter Page-Lochard brings 25 years of experience including feature film debut Brand Nue Dae, lead role in Cleverman and Lizard in the upcoming Kid Snow. Kid Snow, a washed-up Irish fighter in a raucous travelling tent-boxing show, is offered a rematch against the man he fought ten years ago.…

Send us a text In this week's Reference Max we review UnPrisoned S2, Blink Twice, Reasonable Doubt S2 and Kneecap. Website | Rotten Tomatoes | Linktree | Youtube | Twitter | InstagramFor Your Reference

Send us a text Rich Peppiatt wrote and directed his first narrative feature film Kneecap, about the rise of the Belfast-based hip-hop group Kneecap. A true-life fable about man's intrinsic urge for identity, the allure of drugs and a passion for life, KNEECAP is a thrilling ride pulsating with hip-hop beats. Kneecap will be in select Australian cin…

Send us a text Channel rage, fear and representation into South London where nobody never took my food. Activate powers: just add trauma with Supacell this week. Website | Rotten Tomatoes | Linktree | Youtube | Twitter | Instagram

Send us a text It’s another week of KT & Friends, where we review films referenced in the Kendrick Lamar and Drake beef. This week we Pop Out with Countryboi (One Mic: Black History) Previous KT & Friends (Pop Out) episodes include - Juice with Oti - The Wiz with Jordan & Cameron (White People Won't Save You) - The Boogey Man with Brent (Home Video…

Send us a text Live in peace and let the dead rest in peace beyond the barrier that must not be crossed. CORRAL THE BABY with Pet Sematary this week. It's another episode of KT & Friends, where we Pop Out with Dregeaux to review the 1989 film, Pet Sematary. Check out the podcast feed for A-side: The Pop Out (chat about the rap beef). Line reference…

Send us a text It's another week of KT & Friends, where we review films referenced in the Kendrick Lamar and Drake beef. This week we Pop Out with Andre (Dregeaux) to review the 1989 film, Pet Sematary. Enjoy A-side: The Pop Out (chat about the rap beef). B-side: Pet Sematary (film review) will be dropping later this week. Previous KT & Friends (Po…

Send us a text Grapple with the man in the mirror and evade the kiss of death and childhood trauma. Assume the role of gaslighting husband with The Boogey Man this week. It's another episode of KT & Friends, where we Pop Out with Brent (Home Video Hustle) to review the 1980 film, The Boogey Man. Check out the podcast feed for A-side: The Pop Out (c…

Send us a text It’s another week of KT & Friends, where we review films referenced in the Kendrick Lamar and Drake beef. This week we Pop Out with Brent (Home Video Hustle) to review the 1980 film, The Boogey Man. Enjoy A-side: The Pop Out (chat about the rap beef). B-side: The Boogey Man (film review) will be dropping later this week. Previous KT …