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 MAY

    The one where we review Mortal Kombat 2 and Apex

    The tournament continues! We’re breaking down the sequel to the 2021 hit. This time, we finally get Karl Urban stepping into the spotlight as the one and only Johnny Cage, and let’s just say he brings a whole new meaning to "chewing the scenery." Fun Flix Fact: Despite playing the flashy, younger action star, Karl Urban was actually in his early 50s during filming! To keep up with the younger cast, he reportedly underwent a "brutal" martial arts boot camp that he joked was more painful than anything he did in The Boys. Boss Level: The actor playing the villainous Shao Kahn is Martyn Ford, often called the "World’s Scariest Man." Standing at 6'8", he didn't need much CGI to look like a literal titan of the arena. Next, we’re shifting gears for the pulse-pounding Netflix thriller Apex. Directed by survival specialist Baltasar Kormákur (Everest), this film stars Charlize Theron as a rock climber who finds herself hunted in the wild by a group of psychopaths led by a surprisingly menacing Taron Egerton. Fun Flix Fact: Charlize Theron is no stranger to "suffering for her art," but she reportedly spent weeks training with professional alpinists to ensure her climbing technique was pitch-perfect. Most of those vertiginous shots are actually her! To celebrate a decade since we first entered the Dark Portal, we’re revisiting Duncan Jones’ Warcraft (2016). We discuss why this remains one of the most visually ambitious video game adaptations ever made and whether it was unfairly judged upon release. Fun Flix Fact: Director Duncan Jones (a massive gamer himself) included a "Level 1" Easter egg in the film. Look for a "Wanted: Hogger" poster in the background—a nod to the notorious low-level elite gnoll that has defeated countless World of Warcraft players! Mo-Cap Mastery: While the Orcs are CGI, the actors (including Toby Kebbell as Durotan) performed their roles in full motion-capture suits alongside life-sized, handcrafted weapons to ensure the physical "weight" of the characters felt real on screen. 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  2:49 Shoutouts 3:58 Movie News 13:38 New on Streaming 21:34 New Trailers 27:38 Anniversary Corner 30:34 Mortal Kombat 2 Review 45:13 Apex Review 54:45 Outro This episode is proudly sponsored by Zencastr.  Create your podcast today! #madeonzencastr

    56 min

  2. 4 MAY

    The one where we review Exit 8 and Hokum

    We’re kicking off with the mind-bending thriller Exit 8. Based on the viral "liminal space" gaming phenomenon, this film takes the simple premise of an endless underground walkway and turns it into a claustrophobic nightmare. If you see something out of the ordinary, turn back immediately. Fun Flix Fact: To capture that unsettling, clinical feel, the production team spent weeks studying "liminal spaces" and urban legends. They built a massive, modular set that could be rearranged overnight, ensuring the actors—and the audience—never quite knew which way was out. The Anomaly Rule: Keep your eyes peeled! There are exactly 24 subtle anomalies hidden in the background throughout the film. Only the eagle-eyed will spot the man with two shadows or the posters that change text when the camera pans! Next, we’re heading to rural Ireland for Hokum. Adam Scott stars as Ohm, a cynical novelist who retreats to a remote hotel to scatter his parents' ashes—only to find himself obsessed with the legend of a witch trapped in a locked honeymoon suite. Fun Flix Fact: This is the latest from director Damian McCarthy (Oddity), who is quickly becoming the king of "Irish Folk Horror." Trivia: Adam Scott actually spent time with local Irish writers to perfect the "abrasive author" vibe of his character, even keeping a prop journal during filming to write "bleak" plot twists for his fictional books. To celebrate 15 years of high-concept sci-fi, we’re revisiting Duncan Jones’ Source Code. Jake Gyllenhaal has exactly eight minutes to find a bomber on a train—over and over again. We discuss why this remains one of the tightest, most rewatchable thrillers of the 2010s. Fun Flix Fact: To keep the "reset" feeling fresh, the crew built a train car that could be dismantled in seconds. Jake Gyllenhaal actually did his own "stunt" of falling out of the train, performing the sequence dozens of times to get the perfect physics for the loop. For this week’s Hidden Gem, we’re heading home for some high-stakes Australian horror. Dangerous Animals stars Hassie Harrison and Jai Courtney in a brutal survival thriller set on a remote stretch of coastline. When a dream holiday turns into a fight against the tide—and what’s in it—things get very dark, very quickly. Fun Flix Fact: The film was shot entirely on location along the Gold Coast, making the most of the stunning (and terrifying) Queensland surf. To keep the shark encounters looking visceral, the production used a mix of "discovery-grade" animatronics and real-life shark footage rather than relying solely on CGI. Local Legends: Keep an eye out for several Aussie cameos in the opening scenes! 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  2:38 Shoutouts 3:39 Movie News 13:00 New on Streaming 18:06 New Trailers 24:53 Anniversary Corner 27:02 Exit 8 Review 35:25 Hokum Review 46:22 Hidden Gem 47:07 Outro This episode is proudly sponsored by Zencastr.  Create your podcast today! #madeonzencastr

    51 min

  3. 27 APR

    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

  4. 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

  5. 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

  6. 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

  7. 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

  8. 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
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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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    The Flixters
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
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