The Flixters

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Hello we're Amar and Duval and Welcome to The Flixters, a Podcast made by a couple of film geeks! Please follow us on twitter and Facebook @theflixters and don't forget to leave a comment or a review for us to read out on the show! We hope you enjoy it!

  1. 11 HR AGO

    The one where we review Michael and The Wizard of the Kremlin

    We’re starting with the cinematic event of the season: Antoine Fuqua’s massive biopic, Michael. Starring Jaafar Jackson in a breakout performance as his uncle, Michael Jackson, this film covers everything from the Jackson 5 era to the legendary Bad tour. Fun Flix Fact: Talk about keeping it in the family! Jaafar Jackson didn’t just win the role because of his last name; director Antoine Fuqua said he was "blown away" by the uncanny resemblance in his voice and dance moves during a worldwide search. Era Magic: To capture the passage of time, the production used specific filming techniques and lens types for each decade, subtly shifting from the warm, grainier look of the 1970s to the sharp, high-contrast "pop" of the late 80s. Next, we’re shifting gears to the high-stakes world of political manipulation in The Wizard of the Kremlin. Directed by Olivier Assayas, it stars Paul Dano as Vadim Baranov, the "spin doctor" who helped shape the rise of Vladimir Putin. Fun Flix Fact: Jude Law takes on the daunting task of playing Vladimir Putin. Interestingly, the film chooses to have the cast speak in their natural accents (mostly British and American) rather than putting on Russian accents—a choice intended to emphasize the universal nature of power and media manipulation. Book to Screen: The film is based on the award-winning 2022 novel by Giuliano da Empoli, which was so popular in France that it became a major political talking point during the real-world elections! To tie into our review of Michael, we’re looking back 10 years at the 2016 biopic Nina, starring Zoe Saldaña as the legendary Nina Simone. We discuss the parallels—and the massive differences—in how these two films handle the legacy of musical giants. Fun Flix Fact: This film remains one of the most controversial biopics in recent history. Mary J. Blige was originally cast as Nina Simone back in 2010 but had to drop out due to scheduling and funding delays, leading to Saldaña taking the lead. The Legacy: Unlike the Michael biopic, which was made with the Estate's cooperation, Nina Simone’s family famously refused to endorse this film. Zoe Saldaña herself has since expressed deep regret about the role, sparking a decade-long conversation about casting and authenticity in Hollywood. And if that’s not enough entertainment for you, we’ve even thrown in new trailers to watch and what you can catch on streaming.  Hit that subscribe button right now so you never miss an episode of The Flixters! We’re here every week to bring you the best reviews, the wildest facts, and the greatest cinema talk in the business.  00:00 Intro  3:10 Shoutouts 4:09 Movie News 09:49 New on Streaming 11:09 New Trailers 20:33 Anniversary Corner 23:27 Michael Review 40:03 The Wizard of the Kremlin Review 47:07 Outro This episode is proudly sponsored by Zencastr.  Create your podcast today! #madeonzencastr

    48 min

  2. 20 APR

    The one where we review Fuze and Lee Cronin’s The Mummy

    Forget everything you know about the "Dark Universe"—Lee Cronin (Evil Dead Rise) is bringing us a version of The Mummy that is pure, unadulterated horror. This isn't an adventure romp; it’s a claustrophobic, terrifying descent into ancient malice. We discuss if Cronin’s signature "family horror" style works for this legendary monster. Fun Flix Fact: Lee Cronin is a stickler for practical effects. For the "sandstorm" sequences, the production reportedly used over 20 tonnes of dyed walnut shells instead of CGI to ensure the actors were actually struggling to breathe and move on camera. It gives the film a gritty, "in-your-teeth" texture you just can't fake! Next, we’re shifting gears to the London-set heist thriller Fuze. Starring Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Theo James, the film follows a daring robbery that takes place during the chaos of a real-life unexploded World War II bomb discovery. Fun Flix Fact: Director David Mackenzie reunited with his Outlaw King lead, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, for this project. Mackenzie is a master of building slow-burn tension, and he used the "emptied" streets of London to create a strangely eerie, post-apocalyptic vibe for the heist. Production Trivia: The "bomb" used in the film was a meticulously detailed replica of a 500kg German SC500 bomb. The prop was so realistic that the production team had to keep it covered with tarps whenever they weren't filming to avoid causing a genuine public panic! To celebrate a decade of occult excellence, we’re revisiting the 2016 Irish horror masterpiece A Dark Song. This isn't your typical "jump scare" movie; it’s a grueling, slow-burn ritual that explores the absolute limits of human grief. Fun Flix Fact: The film was shot in a real, isolated country house in County Wicklow, Ireland. To keep the atmosphere authentic, the actors remained mostly isolated on-site throughout the shoot, mirroring the "sealing of the house" that takes place in the film. And if that’s not enough entertainment for you, we’ve even thrown in new trailers to watch and what you can catch on streaming.  Press play for the friendliest film discussions this side of Hollywood! It's all the movies you love, the facts you need, and the banter you crave. Don't miss a single review! Hit that Subscribe button, tell a friend, and join The Flixters family! 00:00 Intro  2:01 Shoutouts 4:49 Movie News 10:48 New on Streaming 14:16 New Trailers 25:16 Anniversary Corner 27:21 Lee Cronin’s The Mummy Review 40:22 Fuze Review 50:20 Outro This episode is proudly sponsored by Zencastr.  Create your podcast today! #madeonzencastr

    52 min

  3. 15 APR

    The one where we review Undertone

    We’re kicking things off with the chilling debut from writer-director Ian Tuason, Undertone. Nina Kiri stars as Evy, a skeptical paranormal podcaster who moves home to care for her dying mother. When she’s sent a series of mysterious audio recordings, she discovers that some messages are better left undeciphered. Fun Flix Fact: Talk about a "personal" horror story—director Ian Tuason actually filmed the entire movie in his own childhood home! He drew inspiration from his real-life experiences as a caregiver, which adds a deeply unsettling layer of authenticity to Evy’s isolation. Sound Check: You might want to listen to your nursery rhymes a bit more carefully after this. The film reveals a creepy hidden message in "Baa, Baa, Black Sheep" when played in reverse. We won't spoil what it says, but you’ll never look at woolly jumpers the same way again! For our Anniversary Corner, we’re celebrating 10 years of the film that turned the home-invasion genre on its head: Mike Flanagan’s Hush. Since it hit screens in April 2016, this cat-and-mouse thriller has become a "must-watch" for horror fans. Fun Flix Fact: Director Mike Flanagan and lead actress Kate Siegel are actually married in real life! They co-wrote the script together by acting out the scenes in their own house to see which "jumps" and "hides" felt the most realistic. Silence is Golden: Flanagan’s goal was to create a film "without dialogue." Out of the movie's 81-minute runtime, there are only about 15 minutes of spoken words, forcing the audience to rely entirely on visual cues and sound design—much like the film’s deaf-mute protagonist, Maddie. Budget Brilliance: Proving you don't need Marvel-level money to make a hit, Hush was made for just $1 million. It’s a masterclass in how to build unbearable tension with just one location and a handful of actors. And if that’s not enough entertainment for you, we’ve even thrown in new trailers to watch and what you can catch on streaming.  Press play for the friendliest film discussions this side of Hollywood! It's all the movies you love, the facts you need, and the banter you crave. Don't miss a single review! Hit that Subscribe button, tell a friend, and join The Flixters family! 00:00 Intro  3:33 Shoutouts 4:23 Movie News 14:05 New on Streaming 19:13 New Trailers 25:20 Anniversary Corner 28:51 Undertone Review 42:25 Outro This episode is proudly sponsored by Zencastr.  Create your podcast today! #madeonzencastr

    44 min

  4. 7 APR

    The one where we review Humint

    We’re kicking off with the latest pulse-pounding thriller from South Korean action maestro Ryoo Seung-wan. Streaming now on Netflix, Humint takes us to Vladivostok, where a South Korean agent (Zo In-sung) and a North Korean official (Park Jeong-min) find themselves in a deadly game of "human intelligence" gone wrong. Fun Flix Fact: This film completes director Ryoo’s "Overseas Location" trilogy, following The Berlin File and Escape from Mogadishu. If you love the kinetic "gun-fu" of John Woo, you’ll notice several stylistic nods—Ryoo has described this film as his ultimate homage to the Hong Kong action legend! Production Trivia: To get that authentic, gritty feel of the North Korea-Russia border, the production spent months filming in extreme cold. The cast reportedly had to use special heated suits under their costumes to keep their muscles from seizing up during those breathless hand-to-hand fight scenes. To celebrate a decade of South Korean cinematic excellence, we’re revisiting the 2016 masterpiece The Wailing. It’s the film that took the "possession" genre, mixed it with police procedural and folk horror, and left us all staring at the screen in stunned silence. The Ritual: The intense, bone-shaking shaman ritual scene took four days to film. Actor Hwang Jung-min performed the sequence with such intensity that many of the extras—and even some of the crew—felt physically unsettled, wondering if they were accidentally summoning something real! For this week's Hidden Gem, we’re recommending the gnarly "family horror" flick Dust Bunny. It marks the feature directorial debut of Bryan Fuller (Hannibal) and stars the incomparable Mads Mikkelsen as a hitman who is hired by an eight-year-old girl to kill the monster under her bed. Fun Flix Fact: This is a mini Hannibal reunion! Fuller wrote the role of the hitman specifically for Mads Mikkelsen. When Mads read the script, his only note was that his co-star, Sophie Sloan, was so good he wanted her to keep her thick Scottish accent—but she ended up teaching herself a perfect American accent via TikTok in just two weeks! Visual Magic: The film was heavily inspired by the "Amblin" era of the 80s (The Goonies, Gremlins). To capture that "scary-but-enchanted" look, the production team used practical puppets for the "Dust Bunny" monster, ensuring that when it rises from the floorboards, it has a terrifying, tangible weight. And if that’s not enough entertainment for you, we’ve even thrown in new trailers to watch and what you can catch on streaming.  Press play for the friendliest film discussions this side of Hollywood! It's all the movies you love, the facts you need, and the banter you crave. Don't miss a single review! Hit that Subscribe button, tell a friend, and join The Flixters family! 00:00 Intro  2:58 Shoutouts 5:27 Movie News 14:05 New on Streaming 16:56 New Trailers 26:14 Anniversary Corner 29:29 Humint Review 38:23 Hidden Gem (Dust Bunny) 44:23 Outro This episode is proudly sponsored by Zencastr.  Create your podcast today! #madeonzencastr

    46 min

  5. 30 MAR

    The one where we review They Will Kill You

    We’re kicking off with the gonzo, blood-soaked action-horror They Will Kill You. Zazie Beetz stars as Asia, an ex-convict who takes a job as a housekeeper in a swanky Manhattan apartment building called "The Virgil" to find her missing sister. Little does she know, the residents are part of a Satanic cult that stay immortal by sacrificing the help. Fun Flix Fact: Director Kirill Sokolov actually got the idea for the movie from his own life! When he moved into a new apartment, he discovered a hidden hallway behind a kitchen cabinet that led into his neighbour's flat—leading him and his wife to joke that they were living in the middle of a cult. Gore Galore: The film uses a massive amount of practical effects. That sentient, rolling eyeball you see scouting the corridors? It was a real physical prop, not CGI, designed to give the film a visceral, "old-school" horror feel.  To celebrate 15 years of Zack Snyder’s most divisive spectacle, we’re revisiting Sucker Punch. It’s the film Snyder famously described as "Alice in Wonderland with machine guns," and we’re breaking down whether its "layers of reality" still hold up in 2026. Fun Flix Fact: This film has a massive Aussie connection! Both Emily Browning (Babydoll) and Abbie Cornish (Sweet Pea) are Australians, bringing some local powerhouse talent to Snyder’s stylized world. What Could Have Been: Amanda Seyfried was originally cast as the lead, Babydoll. She had to turn it down due to scheduling conflicts with her show Big Love, leading Emily Browning to step in and make the role her own. Hidden Talents: Extensive musical and dance numbers were actually filmed for the movie but were largely cut from the theatrical release. If you’ve only seen the cinema version, you’re missing out on some seriously impressive choreography! And if that’s not enough entertainment for you, we’ve even thrown in new trailers to watch and what you can catch on streaming.  Press play for the friendliest film discussions this side of Hollywood! It's all the movies you love, the facts you need, and the banter you crave. Don't miss a single review! Hit that Subscribe button, tell a friend, and join The Flixters family! 00:00 Intro  3:03 Shoutouts 4:42 Movie News 12:56 New on Streaming 17:09 New Trailers 24:09 Anniversary Corner 26:20 They Will Kill You Review    38:59 Outro This episode is proudly sponsored by Zencastr.  Create your podcast today! #madeonzencastr

    40 min

  6. 25 MAR

    The one where we review Project Hail Mary and Ready of Not: Here I Come

    First up, we’re launching into orbit with the highly anticipated adaptation of Andy Weir’s Project Hail Mary. Ryan Gosling stars as Ryland Grace, a scientist who wakes up on a spaceship with no memory and a very important job: saving the sun. The "Rocky" Factor: The alien, Rocky, wasn't CGI! He was a physical, 3D-printed puppet controlled by a team of five puppeteers dubbed "The Rockyteers," allowing Gosling to actually improvise with his co-star. The Le Domas family might be gone, but the game is just getting started. Samara Weaving returns as Grace, but this time she’s joined by her estranged sister (Kathryn Newton) as they take on the "High Council" of elite families. Fun Flix Fact: To keep the sisterly bond authentic, Samara Weaving and Kathryn Newton were handcuffed together for a large portion of the shoot. They eventually had to switch to rubber handcuffs because the real metal ones were causing too many bruises during the action scenes! It’s been 20 years since Al Gore’s groundbreaking climate documentary changed the conversation forever. We’re revisiting this Oscar-winner because it ties in perfectly with the "planetary salvation" stakes of Project Hail Mary. Fun Flix Fact: This was the first-ever documentary to win an Academy Award for Best Original Song (I Need to Wake Up by Melissa Etheridge). For our Hidden Gem, we’re shouting about the twisted thriller The Good Boy. Stephen Graham and Andrea Riseborough star as a seemingly normal couple who kidnap a delinquent teen to "rehabilitate" him into being the perfect son. Fun Flix Fact: Stephen Graham’s character, Chris, wears a very specific, slightly "off" wig throughout the film. It was designed to make him look trustworthy yet subtly unsettling—a classic Kubrickian touch from director Jan Komasa. Method Acting: To prepare for the role of the kidnapped Tommy, actor Anson Boon spent weeks in a "feral" mindset to capture the desperation of a boy living on a literal leash. And if that’s not enough entertainment for you, we’ve even thrown in new trailers to watch and what you can catch on streaming.  Press play for the friendliest film discussions this side of Hollywood! It's all the movies you love, the facts you need, and the banter you crave. Don't miss a single review! Hit that Subscribe button, tell a friend, and join The Flixters family! 00:00 Intro  2:03 Shoutouts 3:59 Movie News 14:35 New on Streaming 18:42 New Trailers 25:58 Anniversary Corner 28:37 Project Hail Mary Review   40:08 Ready Or Not 2 Review 43:57 Hidden Gem (The Good Boy) 50:20 Outro This episode is proudly sponsored by Zencastr.  Create your podcast today! #madeonzencastr

    52 min

  7. 16 MAR

    The one where we review War Machine and The Bride

    We’re kicking off with the high-octane sci-fi actioner War Machine, now streaming on Netflix. Alan Ritchson stars as a Ranger candidate who finds that his final training exercise has been crashed by a literal killing machine from another world. It’s gritty, it’s loud, and it’s exactly what you want from an old-school action flick. Fun Flix Fact: To keep the "Ranger" vibe authentic, the production was filmed in the rugged terrain of Victoria, Australia, and Queenstown, New Zealand. Ritchson reportedly did the majority of his own stunts, including carrying a "wounded" teammate through treacherous terrain—which is basically a Tuesday for him! Next, we’re heading to 1930s Chicago for Maggie Gyllenhaal’s bold new vision, The Bride!. Forget the passive monster you know; Jessie Buckley delivers a powerhouse performance as a resurrected woman who refuses to be anyone's "companion," leading Christian Bale’s "Frank" on a violent, romantic rampage. Fun Flix Fact: Maggie Gyllenhaal was inspired to write the script after seeing a tattoo of the Bride of Frankenstein on a stranger's arm! Also, Christian Bale’s version of the monster specifically insists on being called "Frank"—apparently, even the undead have branding preferences. To celebrate 15 years of alien invasions, we’re looking back at the military-focused Battle: Los Angeles. This film brought a "boots-on-the-ground" documentary style to the sci-fi genre, following a squad of Marines through a literal war zone in the streets of LA. Fun Flix Fact: The film was inspired by the real-life "Battle of Los Angeles" in 1942, where US forces fired over 1,400 rounds of anti-aircraft ammunition at what they believed were enemy planes, though no wreckages were ever found. UFO enthusiasts have been debating what was actually up there for decades! For our Hidden Gem, we’re shouting about Gore Verbinski’s trippy new satire, Good Luck, Have Fun, Don't Die. Sam Rockwell plays a dishevelled man from the future who takes a diner hostage to recruit a motley crew of patrons to stop a rogue AI. Fun Flix Fact: Rockwell’s character reveals in the film that this is his 117th attempt to save the world! The movie is packed with "glitchy" visual details that hint at the characters being trapped in a simulation long before the big reveal at the end. And if that’s not enough entertainment for you, we’ve even thrown in new trailers to watch and what you can catch on streaming.  Press play for the friendliest film discussions this side of Hollywood! It's all the movies you love, the facts you need, and the banter you crave. Don't miss a single review! Hit that Subscribe button, tell a friend, and join The Flixters family! 00:00 Intro  2:27 Shoutouts 4:40 Movie News 12:43 New on Streaming 17:56 New Trailers 22:40 Anniversary Corner 24:36 War Machine Review   32:20 The Bride Review 38:13 Hidden Gem (Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die) 45:39 Outro This episode is proudly sponsored by Zencastr.  Create your podcast today! #madeonzencastr

    47 min

  8. 9 MAR

    The one where we review The Secret Agent, Scream 7 and The Bluff

    We start with the critically acclaimed Brazilian thriller The Secret Agent. Directed by Kleber Mendonça Filho, it stars the brilliant Wagner Moura as a man on the run navigating the heights of Brazil’s military dictatorship in the 1970s. It’s a masterclass in tension and atmosphere. Fun Flix Fact: To achieve its stunning, retro look, the film was shot in anamorphic Panavision, the same format used for 1970s classics. The director even included a "two-faced cat" as an omen—a nod to Brazil’s own dual reality of the past and the future. The Ghostface mask is back! We’re reviewing the latest instalment of the legendary slasher franchise. Neve Campbell returns as Sidney Prescott, and this time, the stakes are personal as her daughter becomes the target. Fun Flix Fact: This is the first film in the entire franchise to be directed by Kevin Williamson, the man who actually wrote the original Scream (1996)! After 30 years of producing and writing, he finally stepped behind the camera to bring the Woodsboro story full circle. Finally for our main reviews, we’re heading to the 19th-century Caribbean for The Bluff. Priyanka Chopra Jonas plays a woman with a secret past who must protect her family when vicious buccaneers (led by a terrifying Karl Urban) invade her island. Fun Flix Fact: Priyanka Chopra Jonas performed a massive amount of her own stunts for this film. Drawing on her extensive background in Bollywood action cinema, she reportedly surprised the stunt team with her "hard-hitting physicality" during the brutal home-invasion sequences. To tie into the political intrigue of The Secret Agent, we’re celebrating 20 years of the film that earned Forest Whitaker his well-deserved Oscar. We revisit the terrifying regime of Idi Amin through the eyes of his personal Scottish doctor (James McAvoy). Fun Flix Fact: Forest Whitaker was so dedicated to the role that he stayed in character as Idi Amin even when the cameras weren't rolling. He learned to play the accordion, mastered the Ugandan accent, and even met with Amin’s real-life brother and former cabinet members to perfect the performance. For this week's Hidden Gem, we’re recommending the epic historical musical The Testament of Ann Lee. Amanda Seyfried stars as the founding leader of the Shakers in 18th-century Manchester and America. Fun Flix Fact: This is a rare breed—a "historical musical" shot on 70mm film! It features more than a dozen traditional Shaker hymns reimagined as rapturous musical numbers. If you loved Amanda in Les Misérables, you absolutely cannot miss her powerhouse vocals here. And if that’s not enough entertainment for you, we’ve even thrown in new trailers to watch and what you can catch on streaming.  Press play for the friendliest film discussions this side of Hollywood! It's all the movies you love, the facts you need, and the banter you crave. Don't miss a single review! Hit that Subscribe button, tell a friend, and join The Flixters family! 00:00 Intro  3:09 Shoutouts 4:17 Movie News 14:18 New on Streaming 19:32 New Trailers 27: 25 Anniversary Corner 30:36 The Secret Agent Review   39:54 Scream 7 Review 47:11 The Bluff Review 50:30 Hidden Gem (The Testament of Ann Lee) 56:24 Outro This episode is proudly sponsored by Zencastr.  Create your podcast today! #madeonzencastr

    57 min
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Hello we're Amar and Duval and Welcome to The Flixters, a Podcast made by a couple of film geeks! Please follow us on twitter and Facebook @theflixters and don't forget to leave a comment or a review for us to read out on the show! We hope you enjoy it!

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