Filmotomy Podcast

Fresh from the London Film Festival, we have a quick review podcast of the event so far. Robin takes hosting duties for today, and Bianca puts her feet up to tell us about her festival adventures. Also guesting, and new to the show, is Londoner born and raised, Amanda. The threesome chat about some of the highlights so far, including not just the movies themselves, but panels, Q and As, interviews - even almost bumping into Nicole Kidman. Don't forget to subscribe, review, comment on iTunes and SoundCloud.

We're traveling back in time for the first of our Oscars podcasts. This week we're meeting up in the year 2000, to discuss gladiators, dragons, tigers, the contenders, the almost famous. Delving into this crazy year, are Bianca, Robin, Doug, and Audrey, they tell us where they were, and how things have changed. Have a listen as we scan through the major categories that year, nitpick and embrace to varying degrees. As always leave your comments, and subscribe to the podcast through iTunes and/or SoundCloud.

Podcast 46 pays a loving tribute to an actor we lost ten years ago now. Hostess Bianca Garner has Jonathan Holmes, and new-to-the-show Chris Regan over to discuss the life and legacy of the late, great Heath Ledger. An extremely talented actor taken from us way too soon. The trio talk about their first encounters of Ledger, the work that impressed them the most, and perhaps where the actor would be today were he still alive. They also look at some of the viewpoints highlighted in the recent documentary I Am Heath Ledger. Have a listen, add your comments, even subscribe and write review at SoundCloud or iTunes. Sources - - - film extracts: 10 Things I Hate About You; Brokeback Mountain; The Dark Knight; I Am Heath Ledger, music extract: Wings by Gustavo Santaolalla from Brokeback Mountain

Exclusive interview with director of Half the Picture, Amy Adrion. With the release of her insightful, essential documentary, Adrion was kind enough to speak to Bianca Garner, deputy editor at Filmotomy. The 30 minute audio interview has Adrion discuss her film account of the current female filmmaker climate, the many talented woman directors she spoke to, as well as her own insight into the still ongoing demographic problem in Hollywood.

Podcast 45 brings together Robin and host Bianca once again, along with yet another new, fresh face to proceedings. Audrey Fox of 1001moviesandbeyond.com jumps in as this week we have a look at just a few of our favorite films directed by women. There's stories about children, the relationship with the parents, and also baseball, film noir, and a vampire. Have a listen, subscribe via SoundCloud and iTunes, and do leave us your comments below. Sources - film tracks: But I am a Cheerleader; A League of Their Own; Lady Bird; The Hitch Hiker; We Need to Talk About Kevin; The Parent Trap; Una Noche; Stories We Tell; music track: "Death" by White Lies from A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night.

Episode 44 marks the very first time the Filmotomy Podcast has an all female line-up. The topic of conversation is the history of female filmmakers, so going back to the beginning, looking at where we have come, and what the future might hold for the ladies of the film industry. Bianca, our ever present hostess, is joined by new relatively new faces - both Jo and Kira complete the trio of girls. Go listen immediately, it's a great discussion, and don't forget to subscribe via SoundCloud and iTunes - and leave your comments below. Sources - music from American Psycho, The Piano, Twilight, The Hurt Locker, You Were Never Really Here.

Yet another podcast special during the Femme Filmmakers Festival. This time it is the turn of Australian filmmaker, Kate Lefoe. Host Bianca and Robin ask her about both her short films in competion, Plunge and Somersault Pike.

It was sheer coincidence, or perhaps a touch of fate, that the day we scheduled Fry Day in the Femme Filmmakers Festival, director Laura Moss would feature in Deadline with the news that Fangoria acquired what will be her first feature. Filmotomy took the opportunity to pull Moss from her busy schedule, and hurl her into a last-minute Q&A about Fry Day and filmmaking. I was joined by Bianca and Chris, and a whole host of our peers offered their questions (thanks to Gina, Kira, Brian, Aaron, Daniel, Chris, Lisa, Brian). Have a listen now,

Another special guest for Podcast 42. This time the female writer-director of the brilliant short film, Aria, in competition at the Femme Filmmakers Festival, Myrsini Aristidou. Hostess Bianca, and editor-in-chief Robin, talk to the talented filmmaker about Aria, her previous short film Semele, as well as some of her charitable ventures outside of the film world. Please have a listen, this is not to be missed, and as always subscribe at SoundCloud and / or iTunes. Comments and feedback are welcome as per usual. Sources - - - Excerpts from two of Myrsini Aristidou's short films, Aria (2017) and Semele (2015); music track "Bloom I" by Jacob Pavek (end credits of Semele).

Episode 41 of the Filmotomy Podcast lands on the opening day of the Femme Filmmakers Festival 2018. Ten days of over fifty films showcasing is upon us. Our hostess Bianca is reunited with Robin, and the special guest this week is Barbara Ann O'Leary, the founder of Directed by Women initiative. The trio find time in their busy schedules to discuss female filmmakers, as well as looking ahead to the films and talent that dominate this year's online festival. Have a listen, and make sure you bookmark your favorites. Subscribe on SoundCloud and iTunes if you have not already. Sources - - - Music from: "Raise Your Words" by Mychael Danna, Jeff Danna (The Breadwinner); "Nisi dominus, RV 608: Cum Dederit Dilectis Suis" by La Tempesta (Divines); "End Title" by Randy Newman (Awakenings); "Dedicated to the One I Love" by The Mamas and the Papas (Morvern Callar); "Aj Mera Jee Kardaa" by Sukhwinder Singh (Monsoon Wedding); "Oreru" by Tonolec (Land Without Evil) - - - Non-film excerpts: Sarah Polley discussing Stories We

Our latest podcast hits the 40 mark with a bang. With the summer almost over, and the autumn falling ever closer, the focus turns to a quick scan of the recent summer films. And then a look at what we might be looking forward to in the coming months, as the awards season begins to heat up. Our regular hostess with the mostess, Bianca, is joined by Jonathan and Doug, to give their perspectives of the summer film season from the UK, America, and Australia respectively. Enjoy the show, subscribe via iTunes and SoundCloud, and comment away with your own favorites and eagerly anticipated. Sources: First Aid Kit's live cover of ABBA's Chiquitita; Thom Yorke's trailer score for Suspiria; Milly Shapiro reprising her clucking from Hereditary; Bruce Willis in Die Hard; Lars Von Trier at the 2011 Cannes Film Festival.

The podcast returns after a short break. Not exactly a scandal broke out, but we had our very own mystery to deal with. Episode 39, then, we finally delve into some of the unsolved Hollywood mysteries of yesteryear. Host Bianca invited Doug back all the way from Australia, and a first-time on the show for another Brit, Lucy from Lucy Goes To Hollywood. They each bring to the table one of their, can we say, favorite scandalous events from Hollywood. Have a listen, and as always, subscribe via SoundCloud and iTunes. SOURCES: Dramatic Sound Effects; "Title Theme" from E! Hollywood Mysteries & Scandals, "Reason or Rhyme" performed by The Bryan Ferry Orchestra, "We Both Reached for the Gun" from Chicago (2002), "Good Morning" from Singin' in the Rain (1952); Whose Afraid of Virginia Wolf (1966); Splendor in the Grass (1961).

The British are coming in the latest podcast from Filmotomy. The many compounds of the UK film industry is examined by two Brits, Bianca Garner and Robin Write, and they are joined by Rob Motto from America, and Doug Jamieson from Australia. Discussion looks out how we might class a film as British, including how the BFI determine what a British film is on the way to BAFTA consideration. The gang share their own favorites from UK cinema and look at how things have changed over the years. Please have a listen, subscribe via SoundCloud and iTunes, and leave all your comments below. RESOURCES Voices of: Romola Garai; David Putnam; Charlotte Rampling; Kate Winslet. Film Clips: Billy Liar; Carry On...; Four Weddings and a Funeral; Happy-Go-Lucky; I, Daniel Blake; Les Miserables; Pride; Sexy Beast; Shaun of the Dead; Trainspotting; Wish You Were Here. TV Clips: University Challenge. Music: The Crying Game by Boy George; Shakespeare in Love by Stephen Warbeck.

WARNING: Some listeners may find this material disturbing. Good! The new podcast at Filmotomy delves into the murky waters of uncensored cinema. Blood and guts, racism, controversy, political incorrectness, the grotesque, the strange, the horrific - you get the picture. Bearded Bianca Garner hosts the gore-fest, with nympho Jonathan Holmes, blasphemous Rob Motto, and blood-soaked Robin Write. In an attempt to grasp the concept of uncensored cinema, the freaks of celluloid pick some of their recommended films on the subject. Leave comments with your own examples. And subscribe via SoundCloud and / or iTunes. Source films include: Do the Right Thing, Irreversible, Triumph of the Will, A Clockwork Orange, Possession, Freaks, Inside, The Human Centipede 2 (Full Sequence).

The Filmotomy Podcast takes a trip to the movie theater this week, wondering why the auditorium is not full. Host Bianca Garner has the projector running, with Rob Motto, Mark Ziobro, and new-to-the-show Doug Jamieson from The Jam Report, handing out popcorn and peanuts. The discussion looks at why cinema-going has become more and more frequent over the years. Too expensive? The movies have gotten worse? There's too much choice with video on demand? The gang look for answers, and ask further questions. Have a listen, subscribe to iTunes and SoundCloud, and all your comments are eagerly anticipated. Sources include from various cinema broadcast ads (Ki-Ora, Butterkist, Coca-Cola, Vue, Cornetto); films (Inglorious Basterds, Trainwreck, Cape Fear); trailers (Jaws, The Little Mermaid, The Terminator); music (Ennio Morricone from the film Cinema Paradiso); sound effects (projector starting and stopping, Nokia ringtone, Nokia SMS tone, drink slurping, opening soda, eating popcorn, intermission, previews).

The Ingmar Bergman podcast feels like a truly special occasion. To celebrate his centennial year, and to join the rest of the vast Bergman coverage at Filmotomy, this week's recording is all about the great Swedish filmmaker. Host Bianca Garner, fresh off her own Bergman binge, is joined by Robin Write, and a recently acquired Ingmar super-fan in Aaron Charles. The discussion looks at the legend film director's career, the themes that ran through his filmogoraphy, as well as trying to establish his greatest works. A tough feat given the choices. Please listen, subscribe to SoundCloud and/or iTunes, and leave us all your Bergmanesque comments. SOURCES Interviews: Ingmar Bergman; Ang Lee; Max von Sydow; Liv Ullmann; Melvyn Bragg; Dick Cavett. Films: Autum Senata; The Seventh Seal; Persona; Summer with Monika; Wild Strawberries; The Virgin Spring. Television: Academy Awards 1961; Academy Awards 1962; Academy Awards 1971; Academy Awards 1984; Cheers.

This timely podcast episode hits the halfway mark of the year 2018. So we are due a half-time report, to assess the year in film so far. Bianca is in the hosting chair once again, and joined by Robin and Rob. Here they chat about their favorite films of the year so far, some disappointments, and the performances that impressed also. Of course, there is plenty of banter, and lots of laughs. You should hear what was cut out. For now, have a listen, leave your comments, and make sure you enjoy. Subscribe to SoundCloud and / or iTunes if you haven't already. FILM SOURCES A Quiet Place; First Reformed; Hereditary; Jurassic Park; Filmworker; Suspiria; Game Night; Thoroughbreds; Revenge. MUSIC SOURCES This is Me from The Greatest Showman; Venom from Revenge.

Podcast 33 is dedicated to the one and only Robert Altman. Part of the 10 Days of Altman series, we brought the publishing date forward especially. Steve hosts the show, with Bianca and Robin adding to the mix to discuss the filmmakers incredible journey. We can't do him justice in under an hour, but there's plenty here to sing about. Enjoy the show, and please leave your comments, and subscribe on SoundCloud and iTunes. EXTRACTS: Robert Altman in conversation with Roger Ebert; Scenes from Gosford Park, Images, Popeye, The Player, M*A*S*H; "The Stranger Song" by Leonard Cohen, "Since You've Gone" by Gary Busey, Cristina Raines, Keith Carradine, Allan F. Nicholls

After a week off, the podcast returns with a bang. Host and Deputy Editor Bianca Garner is joined by fellow Deputy Steve Schweighofer, regular film nut Rob Motto, and a special invite was accepted by Mark Ziobro from TheMovieBuff.Net. To celebrate Meryl Streep's birthday, the gang try to encapsulate a quite magnificent acting career. Discussion then turns to the plight of the strong lead roles for women. Comment and subscribe if you haven't already. Extracts: The Great Work Begins by Thomas Newman from Angels in America; Meryl Streep accepting an Academy Award, accepting a Golden Globe, from Sophie's Choice, Kramer vs Kramer, The Devil Wears Prada, Doubt, Fantastic Mr Fox, The Manchurian Candidate; Jimmy Kimmell at the Academy Awards.

Animation is the topic of discussion for the podcast this week. And just how child-friendly the genre has been over its cinematic evolution. Our fair maiden, and host, Bianca Garner helps paint the picture with Daniel Smith-Rowsey, Rob Motto, and Jonathan Holmes. And they all put forward their notions of the animated film, how it has changed over the years, the various contexts of the stories told, and just how much of it is catered for the adult as well as the child. As always please subscribe, comment, and enjoy. Film Extracts: Aladdin (1992); Beauty and the Beast (1991); Inside Out (2015); Shrek (2001); The Man Who Killed Don Quixote (2018); Song of the South (1946) Music Extracts: Prologue from Beauty and the Beast by Alan Menken; The Circle of Life from The Lion King by Elton John, Tim Rice, Carmen Twillie, Lebo M.; Gole Yakh from Persepolis by Olivier Bernet Other Extracts: Walt Disney's Mickey Mouse; Roger Ebert from Ebert and Roper