How to Start a Cult in 5-Easy Steps vs Frank and Fight Club - My Film vs My Inspiration

Send us a text about your favourite films relating to the episode.This month as arguably one of the most anticipated and biggest films of the year comes out on the biggest screens around the world, The Odyssey, we will be of course focusing on the films legendary director, Christopher Nolan for the second time. Joining me to talk all things Chris Nolan is another returning guest and our very own Chris Nolan expert Heather J Stewart who now qualifies to be a member of the league of podcasts. Strap in, these are some epic pod chats. Warning we will be talking SPOILERS Martin's pick for part 2, and is going for arguably Christopher Nolan's most ambitious film and quite possibly his best, well according to the internet anyway. On this one we talk about, the epic scale of the visuals. We talk about the very ambitious storytelling and ideas that Christopher Nolan is going for here, and comparing that to one of Nolan biggest influences 2001: A Space Odyssey. We talk about the incredible sound design and that amazing score from Hans Zimmer. Plus we talk about if this was a Harry Potter film. IMDB page          Heather J Stewarts Instagram page FVF Social linkstwitterinstagramTikTokSupport the showSupport the show

Send us a text about your favourite films relating to the episode.This month as arguably one of the most anticipated and biggest films of the year comes out on the biggest screens around the world, The Odyssey, we will be of course focusing on the films legendary director, Christopher Nolan for the second time. Joining me to talk all things Chris Nolan is another returning guest and our very own Chris Nolan expert Heather J Stewart who now qualifies to be a member of the league of podcasts. Strap in, these are some epic pod chats. Warning we will be talking SPOILERS Heathers pick is up first for forensic examination, and is going for her favourite Chris Nolan film, The Prestige. On this one we talk about, the interesting science fiction elements to this film and how well they work in this period setting, incorporating the science of the time. We talk about how clever the script is and the themes of obsession. Plus we talk about, hats clones and accents. IMDB page Heather J Stewarts Instagram page FVF Social linkstwitterinstagramTikTokSupport the show                   Support the show

Send us a text about your favourite films relating to the episode.My Film vs My Inspiration is back once again people for your listening pleasure. Boy have I got a gem of podcast for you. I'm joined by the writer, director Rick Stanton, behind the wonderful and powerful short film Spectrum. That stars Sinners very own Wunmi Mosaku and Ricks own brother Steve in the lead role. We'll be talking about his fantastic film in great detail, as well as his inspirational films that include, hold your breath, Clerks, No Country for Old Men, Nil by Mouth, Nope and The Royal Family TV show. We also talk about the real life events that inspired the film. This film is a powerful, important must watch. Do check it out on the links below.Spectrum website Spectrum Yutube FVF Social linkstwitterinstagramTikTokAs ever please enjoy.      Support the show

Send us a text about your favourite films relating to the episode.We are back again for another month and the summer season is in full flow, but theres's only one film and one lengdary director to focus our attentions on. That of course is the return Steven Spielberg, but not only is the master returning, Spielberg is returning to science fiction, and yet again exploring the question, are we alone in the universe? In his new film Disclosure Day. Joining me to discuss the film before it comes out and all things Spielberg is a man desperate for another win, Leigh from Lights Camera Rant. Warning we will be talking SPOILERS Martin's pick next and is naturally going for a Spielberg sci fi, it was a toss up between Close Encounters of the Third Kind or E.T the Extra Terrestrial. You just can't ignore the little guy with a big head. On this one we talk about the incredible John Williams score and how underrated it is. We talk about the amazing story telling with E.T. and Elliots connection. Plus we talk about wearing keys in your belt. IMDB page         Lights Camera Rant Podcast linkFVF Social linkstwitterinstagramTikTokAs ever please enjoy.          Support the showSupport the show

Send us a text about your favourite films relating to the episode.We are back again for another month and the summer season is in full flow, but theres's only one film and one lengdary director to focus our attentions on. That of course is the return Steven Spielberg, but not only is the master returning, Spielberg is returning to science fiction, and yet again exploring the question, are we alone in the universe? In his new film Disclosure Day. Joining me to discuss the film before it comes out and all things Spielberg is a man desperate for another win, Leigh from Lights Camera Rant. Warning we will be talking SPOILERS Up first is Leighs pick and is going for a really strong one and Spielbergs Latest film and his most personal, The Fabelmans. On this one we talk about how wonderfully crafted this is in terms of how Sammy the main character develops his filmmaking skills through his family experiences. We talk about the incredible acting from Paul Dano and especially the extraordinary Michelle Williams. We talk about that amazing surprise cameo at the end. Plus we talk about monkeys. IMDB pageLights Camera Rant Podcast linkFVF Social linkstwitterinstagramTikTokAs ever please enjoy.          Support the show

Send us a text about your favourite films relating to the episode.Welcome to another spoiler special episode. this time we are talking all things spoilers for the latest Star Wars film, Star Wars: The Manadalorian and Grogu. Of course I am joined by Leigh from Lights, Camera, Rant. On this one we talk about how Disney have approached this film as this is the forst Star Wars film in seven years. We talk about who this film is actually for. We talk about the action scenes and how inventive it is. We talk about the new characters who worked and who didn't. Plus we talk about how cute Grogu is, as is our want. IMDB page     Lights Camera Rant Podcast linkFVF Social linkstwitterinstagramTikTokAs ever please enjoy.          Support the show

Send us a text about your favourite films relating to the episode.Welcome back to another episode of My Film vs My Inspiration. This episode I'm talking to Jonathan Geffner the writer, producer and star of the film and his co-star Ed Altman about their fantastic new film The Dummy Detective, and the inspirational films behind the film, Animal Crackers, The Maltese Falcon and Agatha Christie adaptions. On this one Jonathan talks about the different tones he tries balance in making the film, mixing comedy and film noir together. Jonathan talks about how he avoided falling into horror cliches about ventriloquism. Ed talks about how he approached his character and how his character is arguably the heart and soul of the film. Plus I talk to them about amazing it was to work with the great Sean Young. IMDB page        The Dummy Detective Movie Website The Dummy Detective Movie Instagram FVF Social linkstwitterinstagramTikTokAs ever please enjoy. Support the show

Send us a text about your favourite films relating to the episode.This episode of the podcast as one of the biggest films of the year is coming out on the biggest of screens in the form of, The Devil Wears Prada 2. So obviously we are bringing out our best gear to focus our attentions to the films main lead, Anne Hathaway and talking about her films. Joining me to talk all things Anne Hathaway is Claire from Why the Flick? And bringing along her co-host Danielle to join the party. Warning we will be talking SPOILERS Martin's turn to choose for Part 2 and is going for the only choice for an episode linked to the sequel to The Devil Wears Prada 2, the original. The Devil Wears Prada. On this one we talk about the iconic acting, from Anne Hathaways emotional rollercoaster becoming the devil so to speak without releasing, Emily Blunts comedy chops and of course Meryl Streep's iconic everything. We talk about the hate for Nate discourse. Plus we talk about fashion of course, thats all. IMDB page          Why the Flick? Podcast linkFVF Social linkstwitterinstagramTikTokAs ever please enjoy.Support the show

Send us a text about your favourite films relating to the episode.This episode of the podcast as one of the biggest films of the year is coming out on the biggest of screens in the form of, The Devil Wears Prada 2. So obviously we are bringing out our best gear to focus our attentions to the films main lead, Anne Hathaway and talking about her films. Joining me to talk all things Anne Hathaway is Claire from Why the Flick? And bringing along her co-host Danielle to join the party. Warning we will be talking SPOILERS First up is Why the Flick? choices and is going for a childhood favourite of theirs growing up and one of Anne Hathaways first roles, The Princess Diaries. On this one talk about how well the comedy scenes work. We talk about if the film actually needs to be a rom com? We talk about the fabulous Julie Andrews and Anne Hathaway together. Plus we talk about fat cats. IMDB page      Why the Flick? Podcast linkFVF Social linkstwitterinstagramTikTokAs ever please enjoy.Support the show

Send us a text about your favourite films relating to the episode.My film vs my inspiration returns for another episode. This time I'm joined by the incredibly talented Wes Clarke the writer, director talking about his new movie the fantastic How to Start a Cult in 5-Easy Steps. We talk about two films that inspired him Frank and Fight Club. We talk about why Frank inspired the first half of the film and why Fight Club inspired the second half of the film. We talk about the challenges of the indie film making space and the particular challenges of this film.How to Start a Cult in 5-Easy Steps Website       Wes Clarke Instagram FVF Social linkstwitterinstagramTikTokAs ever please enjoy.Support the show