Film reviews and movie trailers of the best cinema, as well as a stunning podcast with film critics providing film reviews and banter. Alongside some of the biggest releases, as also cover indie film reviews, short film reviews and more. Our genre specific shows include The Fantom Zone - covering all your superhero film reviews, The Scream Test - horror film reviews, New Releases, and Gay, Actually - our LGBTQ+ film reviews. And UK Film Club, hosted by Chris Olson and Brian Penn, with film r ...
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Rachel reviews Sleepwalkers on this episode of The Scream Test, a horror film podcast part of the umbrella of shows under the UK Film Review Podcast. Check out the latest movie reviews on our website, including short film reviews, indie movies, and more news about our film podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Gladiator 2, Juror #2 and Paddington 3 - UK Film Club Episode 21
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On this much-loved movie reviews podcast, hosts Chris Olson and Brian Penn are back with some amazing coverage from the world of cinema. Episode 21 of UK Film Club, part of the UK Film Review Podcast, has reviews of Gladiator 2, Padding Goes to Peru, and Juror #2 (hey, they all rhyme!). As well as a Streaming Pick of Meet Me Next Christmas from Net…
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Fear Street Trilogy Review - Part 1 - Gay, Actually
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Welcome back to Gay Actually! For this spooky slasher episode, Amber and Joyce will be discussing the FEAR STREET trilogy and the queerness that ensues. Be sure to tune in and listen to discussions of gore, endless death and suffering and a sprinkle of witchcraft - how uplifting! This is PART ONE of the review, where we discuss Part I: 1994 and par…
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UK Film Club 20a - Indie Special
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Your favourite film podcast is back with an indie special, packed full of movie reviews of independent feature films and short film reviews. Film critics Chris Olson and Brian Penn bring you UK Film Club - part of the UK Film Review Podcast - discussing the latest film reviews from indie filmmakers in the UK and around the world. In this episode, t…
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Horror movie reviews on The Scream Test Podcast continue as host Rachel reviews a classic - Hellraiser. Part of the UK Film Review Podcast, remember to subscribe to our channel for all of the latest movie reviews, filmmaker interviews and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Joker 2 - The Substance - Speak No Evil movie reviews on Episode 20 of UK Film Club
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On this movie reviews podcast, film critics Chris Olson and Brian Penn delve deep into a jam-packed show providing you with reviews of: Joker: Folie à Deux - the newest DC film starring Juaquin Phoenix The Substance - a new horror movie starring Demi Moore Speak No Evil - FILM OF THE MONTH - starring James McAvoy Trouble - a Swedish film recently r…
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Rustin (2023) - Gay, Actually film podcast
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Join Amber and Joyce as they honour Black History Month by discussing the 2023 biopic, Rustin. Produced by the Obamas (yes, you read that right!), this Netflix film tells the story of Bayard Rustin, a Black gay man who was instrumental in the Civil Rights Movement - and yet, you may never have heard of him. From the importance of protest, to living…
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London Film Festival 2024 - What to Watch
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On this film podcast episode, host Chris Olson is joined by film critic Jack Salvadori who gives us a glimpse of what to watch at the 2024 BFI London Film Festival. Having caught a fantastic array of films in earlier film festivals such as Cannes and Venice, Jack gives the low-down on what movie fans should look out for at this year's LFF. Hosted o…
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Top 5 Netflix Horror Films Halloween 2024 - The Scream Test
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Film critic Rachel Pullen is back with more horror movie reviews in The Scream Test podcast, part of the UK Film Review Podcast. In this special episode, Rachel gives us her top 5 horror films on Netflix for Halloween 2024. So for all you scary movie fans, this is the place to get your top recommendations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for…
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Lee - Beetlejuice Beetlejuice - Blink Twice - Alien Romulus - UK Film Club - Ep 19
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On this, one of the best movie reviews podcasts around, film critics Chris Olson and Brian Penn get stuck into the best new movies out in the UK for September 2024. Having done an "Indie Special" episode of UK Film Club earlier in the month, this episode is chock full of movies at the cinema and streaming. The cinema movie reviews include: Blink Tw…
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So My Grandma’s a Lesbian - Gay, Actually
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Welcome back to Gay Actually! Join Amber and Joyce as they delve into this whacky and bizarre Spanish-language film, So My Grandma’s a Lesbian. They examine if the film can be classed as queerbait, how the storyline travelled in the wrong direction, and the importance of positively representing older LGBTQ+ people on screen. Find out more about our…
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Indie Special - UK Film Club 18a
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On this special "Indie Film Only" additional episode of UK Film Club, film critics Chris Olson and Brian Penn review a selection of short and feature-length independent movies. The movie reviews include: Rock, Paper, Scissors: A short film directed by Franz Böhm, Rock, Paper, Scissors is based on the true story of Ivan (Oleksandr Rudynskyi) who hel…
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Join horror film critic Rachel on The Scream Test as she reviews Child's Play as part of the UK Film Review Podcast. For fans of horror movie reviews, there is no better show to subscribe to. Check out the other UK Film Review Podcast shows including: The Fantom Zone - for all things nerdy in cinema. Gay, Actually - for all things LGBTQ+ in film. U…
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Trap - Deadpool & Wolverine - Daughters - UK Film Club Ep 18
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In this movie reviews podcast, film critics Chris Olson and Brian Penn talk about the summer films - or lack of. In this episode of UK Film Club we have movie reviews of Deadpool & Wolverine, Trap, the Netflix documentary Trap, as well as indie and short film reviews of My Best Nut, Undertow, The Xenophobes, The Highest Brasil, and City of Oz. The …
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Happy Hot Girl Queer Summer! Join Amber and Joyce as they discuss the Catherine Corsini film, Summertime. Listen as they muse over the romantic French countryside alongside the roaring streets of Paris, issues of second-wave feminism and perhaps the true meaning of a hot girl summer? This episode contains spoilers! Be part of the UK Film Review fil…
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Deadpool & Wolverine - The Fantom Zone
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Deadpool & Wolverine is the topic of this episode of The Fantom Zone, in their monthly episode as part of the UK Film Review Podcast. Directed by Shawn Levy and starring Ryan Reynolds as Deadpool and Hugh Jackman back as Wolverine, this is one of the most anticipated superhero films of the year. For more movie reviews, film podcast goodness, be sur…
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Twilight - Part 2 - The Scream Test
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Film critic Rachel is back with more movie reviews for The Scream Test show, part of the UK Film Review Podcast. She's following up with her awkward relationship with the Twilight films in this Part 2 episode. Be sure to check it out and share it. Search UK Film Review Podcast for more movie reviews and film podcast goodness. Hosted on Acast. See a…
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Twisters - Fly Me to the Moon - A Quiet Place Day One - UK Film Club - Episode 17
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On this movie reviews podcast, film critics Chris Olson and Brian Penn provide a wealth of film reviews for the latest releases, as well as short and indie films, Netflix movies and more. Plus a section of listener movie reviews at the end! In Episode 17 of UK Film Club, we have movie reviews of: Fly Me to the Moon Twisters A Quiet Place: Day One C…
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Between Two Women - Gay, Actually
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Join Amber and Joyce on Gay Actually this month as they discuss the lesser-known gritty English film, Between Two Women! They speak about the journey of both characters, Ellen and Kathy, and the film's perception of class, gender and sexuality in 1950s Northern Britain. It's more fun and less academic than it sounds! Join the fun! Keep up-to-date w…
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A Quiet Place: Day One - The Fantom Zone
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Join The Fantom Zone gang this week for our review of A Quiet Place: Day One. In this fun filled chaotic episode Ian and Symone discuss the highs and many lows of this prequel, the vibes between Joseph Quinn and Lupita Nyong'o and work out if a cat truly can breathe underwater. The Fantom Zone is part of the UK Film Review Podcast - our popular fil…
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The Twilight Films - The Scream Test
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On this episode of The Scream Test, host Rachel and her guest review the first three Twilight films. Fans of Bella Swan and Edward Cullen will be in their element, unless Rachel doesn't like the movies! Find out by listening to this film podcast episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Furiosa - The Bikeriders - Bad Boys: Ride or Die - UK Film Club Episode 16
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On this popular film reviews podcast, film critics Chris Olson and Brian Penn provide top cinematic banter despite the hot weather, illnesses and the footy being on. We have cinematic film reviews of Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, Bad Boys: Ride or Die, The Bikeriders, Hitman, Freydis and Gudrid, Homeboud, On the Ridge, Someone Dies! and Second Thought. …
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Ian Watches The Boys - The Fantom Zone
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Join The Fantom Zone gang this week as they finally get Ian to watch Amazon Prime's The Boys. Tobi and Ian discuss all things The Boys, some comics and also a little politics too. Check out more from our Film Podcast by searching for UK Film Review Podcast on your favourite platform. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Happy Pride Month! Join Amber and Joyce on this epic gay adventure as they discuss the pioneering lesbian film, Desert Hearts. From cowboys, to summer romances, to self-identity, they cover it all as they chart protagonist Vivian's journey towards self-acceptance and her love interest Cay's thirst for freedom. Have you seen the film? Let us know wh…
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Poltergeist Movies - The Scream Test
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Horror film critic Rachel is not running solo on this episode of the film podcast The Scream Test, she is joined by Steve (a new guest!) as well as her podcast gang. Beloved Val is in her dog igloo, for fans of canines in their movie review shows! The topic of this show is the Poltergeist movies, so fans of 80's Slasher films will be in their eleme…
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Join film critic Chris Olson as he is joined by film critic Jack Salvadori who has just returned from the 2024 Cannes Film Festival. His 6th time attending the festival, Jack provides a smorgasbord of incredible film reviews on this film podcast episode. Jack watched 54 films in Cannes so pretty much almost anything that screened, and him and Chris…
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Challengers - The Fall Guy - Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes - UK Film Club Ep 15
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On this top film reviews podcast, film critics Brian Penn and Chris Olson provide insights into the latest movie releases, streaming films, and independent cinema for the UK Film Review Podcast community. UK Film Club covers all manner of movies and in this May episode, listeners can enjoy film reviews of the following new movies: Challengers film …
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Saving Face (Alice Wu Film Review) - Gay, Actually
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Welcome back to Gay Actually! Join Amber and Joyce as they discuss Saving Face, as the iconic 2004 film is about to reach its 20th birthday. They speak about Alice Wu's authentic and breathtaking vision for her characters, Wil and Vivien, how the film stays true to itself, and the East Asian principle of 'saving face' through a queer lens. Have you…
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Join Chris, Ian and Tobi as part of The Fantom Zone's 50th episode celebrations This week in the first of two parts of our deep dive into all things Watchmen, we discuss the merits of Zack Snyder's 2009 adaptation. Make sure to also tune in next week for part 2 where the gang discuss the 1976 Alan Moore comic itself. Enjoy Instagram - @thefantomzon…
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Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2 - The Scream Test
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Join Rachel for a solo show of The Scream Test - one of the best horror film podcasts around. Having noticed Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2 has arrived on Prime Video, Rachel takes this chance to share her love and passion for the film - one that even she notes is "universally hated". Rachel doesn't have a film podcast guest on this episode, so why…
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Back to Black - Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire - The Book of Clarence - UK Film Club
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Warning: Spoilers and Explicit Language. On this film podcast episode, film critics Chris Olson and Brian Penn go over the best new movie releases for April 2024. Including cinema film reviews of Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, Back to Black (the new Amy Winehouse film), and The Book of Clarence. For the Streaming Pick this month, a true crime documen…
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The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert - Gay, Actually
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This month, Gay Actually embarks upon a tumultuous journey alongside Tick, Adam and Bernadette in 'The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert' - the 90s queer road trip movie with plenty of heart and soul. Amber and Joyce explore themes of identity, community, grief and acceptance all wrapped up in camp Australian comedy. If you haven't seen …
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The Winter Soldier - 10 Year Anniversary - The Fantom Zone
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Join the nerdiest film podcast around as The Fantom Zone celebrates 10 years of Captain America: The Winter Soldier. The iconic Marvel film starring Chris Evans as the titular superhero is a much loved comic book film but what will the gang of film critics say about it on this show, as part of the UK Film Review Podcast? Hosted on Acast. See acast.…
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Bob Marley: One Love - Wicked Little Letters - Spaceman - UK Film Club Episode 13
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On this beloved film reviews podcast, film critics Chris Olson and Brian Penn give you a run down of amazing movies to enjoy in March 2024, as part of their UK Film Club show on the UK Film Review Podcast. This episode includes film reviews of: Bob Marley: One Love - the new biopic about the legend of Reggae. Chris and Brian wax lyrical about the g…
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Oscars Results 2024 - Gay, Actually ft The Fantom Zone
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In possibly one of the most chaotic film podcast episodes of Gay Actually to date, Amber and Joyce team up with three members of The Fantom Zone quartet to discuss the 2024 Academy Awards. The group chat about some of this years Oscar winners, including Emma Stone and Poor Things, Christopher Nolan and Oppenheimer (much to Ian's disgust), Lily Glad…
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Friday the 13th - The Scream Test
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In this horror film podcast episode, host and film critic Rachel Pullen is joined by her friend Pete to discuss one of her favourite films of all time - Friday the 13th. One of the most iconic horror movies of all time, this is a must-listen for all fans of film reviews, filmmaker interviews, film history and more. Here's a breakdown about Friday t…
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Join the Fantom Zone Gang (a Chris short as he was worm riding) this week as we travel to the mystical sand of Arrakis with our review of Dune Part 2. Ian, Symone and Tobi talk all things Dune with their highs, possible lows and what we want to see next. Enjoy more from our film podcast by subscribing and following. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p…
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In this special episode of the UK Film Review Podcast, our Editor-in-Chief Chris Olson speaks directly to those who want to be film critics. Our host gives his top tips for anyone aspiring to become a film critic, going into the fundamentals of writing, as well as important rules for pitching to publications and more. If you enjoyed this episode of…
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Priscilla - Argylle - Poor Things - UK Film Club Episode 12
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On this film podcast episode, critics Chris Olson and Brian Penn go through February's top movie releases, including: Poor Things starring Emma Stone and Mark Ruffalo Priscilla starring Cailee Spaeny and Jacob Elordi The Boys in the Boat directed by George Clooney Banel & Adame from filmmaker Ramata-Toulaye Sy The Colour Purple starring Fantasia Ba…
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Gay, Actually - All of Us Strangers Description Join Amber and Joyce as they discuss the heartbreaking new release, All of Us Strangers. Starring Paul Mescal and Andrew Scott, this is a tale of grief, heartache and loneliness - all through a queer lens. Did the Gay Actually girls cry? Just how loudly did they cry in the cinema? And what did they th…
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UK Film Club 011 - Napoleon - Wonka - Ferrari - One Life - Saltburn
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On this film podcast episode, critics Brian Penn and Chris Olson restart UK Film Club for 2024 with film reviews of: Napoleon starring Joaquin Phoenix and Vanessa Kirby Wonka starring Timothee Chalamet Ferrari starring Adam Driver One Life starring Anthony Hopkins Saltburn starring Barry Keoghan Dune (1984) starring Kyle Machlachan This episode of …
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Gay, Actually - Rachel Sennott (Shiva Baby/Bottoms)
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For their first episode of 2024, Amber and Joyce delve into the weird and wonderful world of actress and comedian, Rachel Sennott. They review Shiva Baby and Bottoms - two films that she stars in - and examine issues of queerness, culture and comedy. Whilst these films are very different to each other, there is a common satirical thread that runs t…
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The Scream Test: The League of Gentlemen
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Film critic Rachel Pullen explores yet another staple of horror cinema for the UK Film Review Podcast. For more details about our film podcast visit our website. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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This week Chris forgets how calendars work but thankfully Ian, Tobi and Symone are on hand to keep things on track as The Fantom Zone gang discuss all their highs and lows of the films of 2023 and look ahead at the exciting prospect of 2024 cinema. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Gay Actually - Single All The Way
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Join Amber and Joyce for their last episode of the year as they discuss the Netflix film 'Single All The Way' and the many trials and tribulations of being a part of the LGBTQ+ community during the festive season. They explore the life of protagonist Peter and being gay in a small town, the ups and downs of falling in love with a best friend, and w…
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UK Film Club - 10a: Indie & Short Film Special
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On this special film podcast episode, film critics Chris Olson and Brian Penn review 6 indie films as part of the UK Film Club. Tune into hear their reviews for Amends of the Father, A Snapshot, Incompleteness: Series 1, The Governess, Dipsomaniac and Flight Into Darkness. For more from our Film Podcast visit our website. Hosted on Acast. See acast…
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Do you hate christmas? sure you do, none of us even know who Jesus is, and here we are, having to care about his birthday....no thank.So this week me and Steve delve into the shallow but delicate waters of Christmas horror films, and mainly discuss my love of one Mr Ray Wise...so join us and the podcast gang for this yule time hellscape....so any C…
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UK Film Club 010 - Dream Scenario - Miracle Club - Earth Mama - Paw Patrol
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Film critics Chris Olson and Brian Penn bring you Episode 10 of the UK Film Club podcast. Featuring film reviews of:Dream Scenario starring Nicolas CageMiracle Club starring Maggie SmithEarth Mama from director Savanah LeafPaw Patrol: The Mighty MovieBest. Christmas. Ever!Christmas Time directed by Daniel ColyerTrail of Dark Matter directed by Rosh…
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Join Chris, Ian and Symone in the Fantom Zone this week for another Marvel-lous episode dedicated to the latest release in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, The Marvels (did we mention Marvel?)Plus we discuss the future of the MCU which seems to finally be taking a (much needed?) break, as well as the importance of coherence.Enjoy! And for more nerdy …
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Gay, Actually - Professor Marston and the Wonder Women
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Hello everyone! This month, Amber and Joyce are discussing the film and origin story of Wonder Woman with Angela Robinson's 2017 film, Professor Marston and the Wonder Women..Discussed are the real-life issues of the individuals behind the famous comic book series, polyamory and polyamorous relationships, feminism and themes concerning comic book h…
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