Interview with “Final Destination Bloodlines” Directors Zach Lipovsky & Adam B. Stein
Send us a textThis week we have the opportunity to chat to Adam & Zach about Bloodlines, focusing on the presence of Bludworth in the franchise and reflect on the life and legacy of icon Tony Todd. Rest in love.Check out video interview.FINAL DESTINATION BLOODLINES ONLY IN AUSTRALIAN CINEMAS MAY 15As suggested by Zach & Adam, big recommend to pair Bloodlines with Candyman. We also have a full review on the podcast.Website | Rotten Tomatoes | Linktree | Youtube | Twitter | Instagram
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Interview with “The Wedding Banquet” Director, Andrew Ahn
Send us a textThis week, we discuss the impact of queer Asian cinema, Andrew reflects on the significance of his works, including his remake of Ang Lee's The Wedding Banquet, and the evolution of queer community dynamics since 1993. We delve into themes of culture, sexuality, and family explored in his films and discuss how these elements resonate with audiences. Andrew also shares personal insights on queer family building and recommends essential queer literature and films, including Ang Lee's The Wedding Banquet and Portrait of a Lady on Fire.Check out the video interview.00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:15 Celebrating Queer Asian Cinema00:57 The Impact of 'The Wedding Banquet'02:55 Exploring Identity and Authenticity05:27 Family Dynamics and Growth06:24 Modern Queer Family Building09:41 Hope and Optimism in Filmmaking11:51 Queer Literature Recommendations13:28 Final Thoughts and RecommendationsWebsite | Rotten Tomatoes | Linktree | Youtube | Twitter | Instagram
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Drop, On Swift Horses, The Correspondent, Clowns in a Cornfield & Tinā
Send us a textIn this week's Reference Max we have something for everyone, intoxicated by the thrill of Drop, galloping into the visual arms of On Swift Horses, getting insight on the danger and importance of journalism in The Correspondent, making new friendos and lovers with Clowns in a Cornfield and finding the harmony in Tinā.NOTE: On Swift Horses is currently out in US cinemas and has just been announced as part of Sydney Film Festival program. Clown in a Cornfield in AUS cinemas May 8 and US cinemas May 9.Thanks to studios & PR for interviews on most of the films covered...Interview with “DROP” Director, Christopher Landon (video/audio)Interview with “On Swift Horses” Director, Daniel Minahan (audio only)Interview with “The Correspondent” Director, Kriv Stenders (audio only)Interview with “TINĀ” Director/Writer, Miki Magasiva and Actor, Anapela Polataivao (video/audio)Website | Rotten Tomatoes | Linktree | Youtube | Twitter | Instagram
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Interview with “TINĀ” Director/Writer, Miki Magasiva and Actor, Anapela Polataivao
Send us a textDirector/Writer Miki Magasiva and Actor Anapela Polataivao join us on the podcast to chat about TINĀ. We delve into representation, storytelling and balancing traditional and cultural musical numbers.Check out the video interview.TINĀ is in Australian cinemas May 1.Website | Rotten Tomatoes | Linktree | Youtube | Twitter | Instagram
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Interview with “On Swift Horses” Director, Daniel Minahan
Send us a textWe sit down with Director Daniel Minahan to discuss recently released On Swift Horses. Travelling back to the 1950s, Dan walks us through colour themes and visual language that reflect emotional journeys as well as the filmmaking process from book to screen.On Swift Horses is out in US cinemas now. We will update if there is a date for AUS.This interview is audio only. For other video interviews check out our YouTube playlist.Website | Rotten Tomatoes | Linktree | Youtube | Twitter | Instagram
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