Flixwatcher: A Netflix Film Review Podcast

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Every week the Flixwatcher crew team up with other podcasters to talk about what to watch on Netflix! Flixwatcher is hosted by Helen Sadler and Kobi Omenaka. Every episode discusses and rates a film from Netflix as chosen by special guests from other podcasts using our unique Flixwatcher scoring system. We tackle classic films including Woody Allen's "Manhattan" and "Pulp Fiction" , Netflix Originals such as "Amanda Knox" and "Beasts of No Nation" through to bargain bin b-movies such as Sharknado 3. The choice what to watch on Netflix is given wholly to the podcaster guests. Team Flixwatcher has no say in what they watch from the huge Netflix library! Tune in every week to get Netflix film recommendations and rejections with spoilers guaranteed! If you are ever struggling with what to watch on Netflix then this is the podcast for you! If you do want to skip to the end that is when you'll get all of our film scores using our unique Flixwatcher Netflix scoring system! Tell your friends AND SUBSCRIBE!

  1. 18 JUL

    Episode # 355 Spaceman with William DeMeritt and James III

    William (Bill) DeMeritt (actor and writer) and James III (Black Men Can't Jump [In Hollywood] podcast) return to Flixwatcher to review Bill's choice Spaceman. Spaceman (2024) is a science fiction drama based on the novel Spaceman of Bohemia by Jaroslav Kalfař and directed by Johan (Chernobyl) Renck. It stars Adam Sandler as Jakub Procházka, a Czech astronaut six months into a space mission to investigate a mysterious cloud of dust and particles, called Chopra. Carey Mulligan is Lenka, Jakub's pregnant wife. Isabella Rossellini co stars as Commissioner Tuma, Jakub's commanding officer with Paul Dano who voices Hanuš, an extraterrestrial spider. Jakub is lonely and misses Lenka. Unbeknown to Jakub, Lenka has sent a message says she wants to leave him. The message is intercepted by Commissioner Tuma who rules that Jakub should not receive the message as it will worsen his mental health and compromise the mission. Days later a telepathic spider appears inside the spaceship and they discuss humanity. Spaceman is a curious film, by casting Sandler and Mulligan it instantly asks you to suspend belief that Jakub is Czech, its easier to believe in a space spider than the implied quirkiness of Jakub's existence in space. Even less easier to believe is the central romance. Recommendability scores for Spaceman were quite mediocre, despite there being a talking spider it is quite dull. Similar scores across the remaining categories give Spaceman an overall score of 3.69. [supsystic-tables id=368]     Episode #355 Crew Links Thanks to the Episode # 355 crew of William (Bill) DeMeritt (actor and writer) and James III (Black Men Can't Jump [In Hollywood] podcast) you can visit their website here: https://x.com/blackmenpodcast   Please make sure you give them some love   More about Spaceman For more info on Spaceman can visit Spaceman MDB page here or Spaceman Rotten Tomatoes page here. Final Plug! Subscribe, Share and Review us on iTunes If you enjoyed this episode of Flixwatcher Podcast you probably know other people who will like it too! Please share it with your friends and family, review us, and join us across ALL of the Social Media links below. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    53 min
  2. 10 JUL

    Episode # 354 with Sean Wilson and Andy Williams from Frame to Frame podcast

    Sean Wilson and Andy Williams from Frame to Frame podcast return to Flixwatcher to review Sean’s choice Talk to Me. Talk to Me (2022) is an Australian supernatural horror film directorial debut from Danny Philippou and Michael Philippou. Who are also known as horror comedy YouTubers RackaRacka. In Talk to Me a group of teenagers who discover they are able to contact the dead using a mysterious embalmed hand. Mia (Sophie Wilde) is struggling with her relationship with her father and consumed with grief following her mother’s suicide two years previously. Mia and her best friend Jade (Alexandra Jensen) and younger brother Riley sneak out to a house party where the main attraction is having a go on the hand that can summon the dead. By holding the hand and saying ‘Talk to Me’ for 90 seconds the spirits of the dead enter the human body, any longer than 90s seconds the spirits will possess the body with horrific consequences. Talk to Me was the sleeper hit of 2022 and took over $90 million at the Box Office on a budget of just $4.5 million. It’s combination of subtle special effects, a snappy script and 95 minute runtime made it a hit with Flixwatcher and guests as well. Talk to Me scored highly across all Flixwatcher categories, apart from small screen, to score 4.13 overall. Very highly recommended. [supsystic-tables id=367]     Episode #354 Crew Links Thanks to the Episode # 354 crew of Sean Wilson and Andy Williams from Frame to Frame podcast you can visit their website here: https://x.com/frametoframepod   Please make sure you give them some love   More about Talk to Me For more info on Talk to Me can visit Talk to Me MDB page here or Talk to Me Rotten Tomatoes page here. Final Plug! Subscribe, Share and Review us on iTunes If you enjoyed this episode of Flixwatcher Podcast you probably know other people who will like it too! Please share it with your friends and family, review us, and join us across ALL of the Social Media links below. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    40 min
  3. 3 JUL

    Episode # 353 Logan Lucky with Matt, Tim and Jack from Sequelisers

    The Art of the Heist: Why "Logan Lucky" is a Must-Watch Heist movies have been thrilling audiences for decades with their intricate plots, charismatic characters, and the undeniable rush from watching a well-crafted caper unfold. "Logan Lucky," directed by Steven Soderbergh, is an exceptional entry in this exciting genre. Here's why you should add it to your must-watch list. A Fresh Take on Familiar Territory At its core, "Logan Lucky" is about pulling off an impossible robbery. But rather than treading overused ground, it offers a fresh perspective by setting the action in the American South and infusing every scene with heart and humour. Channing Tatum leads as Jimmy Logan—a man determined to reverse his family's curse with one grand heist during a NASCAR race at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Star-Studded Performances That Charm The film boasts both grounded and delightfully over-the-top performances—none more so than Daniel Craig's Joe Bang, an explosives expert who steals every scene he’s in. The trio makes for an unforgettable team, with Adam Driver playing Jimmy’s one-armed brother Clyde and Riley Keough as their sister Mellie. The cast also includes cameos from actors known for beloved TV shows like Parks and Recreation, which adds another layer of enjoyment for fans who spot these familiar faces. Laughs That Keep You Engaged While some may expect “Logan Lucky” to be another high-stakes drama, it surprises viewers with genuine laughs throughout its runtime. Its Southern charm doesn't come across as cartoonish. Still, it endears you further to each character’s quirks—and let's not forget those comedic moments that land perfectly thanks to impeccable timing by the ensemble cast. Rewatchability Factor Through the Roof One key aspect where “Logan Lucky” shines is rewatchability; there’s always something new to notice upon subsequent viewings. Whether it's foreshadowing you missed or a line delivery that suddenly stands out—it keeps drawing you back for more fun discoveries. Perfect For Any Screen Size In today’s streaming-dominated world, not all films transition well from big screen to small screen, but “Logan Lucky” does so seamlessly. Without relying heavily on visual effects or expansive set pieces, it maintains its charm whether viewed on your home theatre or laptop screen. Final Thoughts “Logan Lucky” checks all the boxes when it comes to what makes a great film: engaging storylines full of twists and turns, memorable characters portrayed by talented actors, rewatch value through clever details, accessibility across viewing platforms, and loads of fun! If you haven’t yet experienced this gem—or even if you have—consider planning your next movie night around “Logan Luck.” It promises entertainment galore! [supsystic-tables id=366]     Episode #353 Crew Links Thanks to the Episode # 353 crew of Matt, Tim and Jack from Sequelisers you can visit their website here: https://x.com/Sequelisers   Please make sure you give them some love   More about Logan Lucky For more info on Logan Lucky can visit Logan Lucky MDB page here or Logan Lucky Rotten Tomatoes page here. Final Plug! Subscribe, Share and Review us on iTunes If you enjoyed this episode of Flixwatcher Podcast you probably know other people who will like it too! Please share it with your friends and family, review us, and join us across ALL of the Social Media links below. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    45 min
  4. 26 JUN

    Episode # 352 Creep with Barney Boom and Laila Khan from Sonic Boom Six

    Barney Boom and Laila Khan from Sonic Boom Six return to Flixwatcher to review Barney’s choice Creep. Creep (2014) is a found footage horror film directed by Patrick Brice and based on a story by Brice and Mark Duplass, who both star. Inspired by Brice’s experience on Craigslist, Brice plays Aaron, a struggling videographer who accepts a request from Josef (Duplass). The request is to join Josef in his remote cabin to film a video diary for his unborn son. Josef tells Aaron he has inoperable cancer and wants to leave a video legacy. As Josef exhibits increasingly bizarre behaviour Aaron begins to regret accepting the assignment. Creep is 77 minutes of very strange and creepy behaviour, some of the scenes are deeply disturbing but also hilarious. Recommendability scores for Creep were mixed, while Flixwatcher and guests loved it, due to it’s disturbing content it isn’t an easy one to widely recommend. A runtime of 77 minutes helped with engagement and repeat viewing scores to give an overall rating of 4.11. [supsystic-tables id=365]     Episode #352 Crew Links Thanks to the Episode # 352 crew of Barney Boom and Laila Khan from Sonic Boom Six you can visit their website here: https://x.com/SonicBoomSix   Please make sure you give them some love   More about Creep For more info on Creep can visit  Creep MDB page here or Creep Rotten Tomatoes page here. Final Plug! Subscribe, Share and Review us on iTunes If you enjoyed this episode of Flixwatcher Podcast you probably know other people who will like it too! Please share it with your friends and family, review us, and join us across ALL of the Social Media links below. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    39 min
  5. 19 JUN

    Episode # 351 They’ll Love Me When I’m Dead with Tommy James and Liam Dempsey

    Tommy James (Little White Lies, Zavvi) and Liam H Dempsey (Spocklight podcast) join Flixwatcher to review Tommy’s choice They’ll Love Me When I’m Dead. They'll Love Me When I'm Dead (2018) is a documentary about the ill-fated final Orson Welles film The Other Side of the Wind. The Other Side of the Wind (2018) was intended to be Welles’ comeback but he died before it was completed. Peter Bogdanovich, who also stars, ended up completing the project and it was released by Netflix in 2018. They’ll Love Me When I’m Dead is the perfect companion piece to The Other Side of the Wind. Watching them in that order as well will give you a good context to go in with. Recommendability scores for They’ll Love Me When I’m Dead were strong, as well as providing an insight into the making of The Other Side of the Wind you also get an insight into the life of Welles, the issues he faced and filmmaking in the 1970s. Slightly lower scores for repeat viewing give an overall rating of 3.41. [supsystic-tables id=364]     Episode #351 Crew Links Thanks to the Episode # 351 Tommy James and Liam H Dempsey   Please make sure you give them some love   More about They’ll Love Me When I’m Dead For more info on They’ll Love Me When I’m Dead can visit They’ll Love Me When I’m Dead IMDB page here or They’ll Love Me When I’m Dead Rotten Tomatoes page here. Final Plug! Subscribe, Share and Review us on iTunes If you enjoyed this episode of Flixwatcher Podcast you probably know other people who will like it too! Please share it with your friends and family, review us, and join us across ALL of the Social Media links below. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    37 min
  6. 12 JUN

    Episode # 350 '71 with Matthew Stogdon, Jack Chambers-Ward and Tim Maytom from Sequelisers podcast

    Matthew Stogdon, Jack Chambers-Ward and Tim Maytom (Sequelisers podcast) return to Flixwatcher to review Matthew’s choice ’71. ’71 (2014) is an action thriller set in Northern Ireland during the Troubles. Directed by Yann (Top Boy) Demange it stars Jack O’Connell as Gary Hook, a new British Army recruit sent to Belfast. When his platoon is sent to a volatile area without protective gear during a home search for weapons. A crowd gathers and tensions rise, when a soldier is hit by a rock order disappears and Hook is accidentally abandoned and left on the streets to fend for himself. ’71 is a taut 99 minutes chase set over one night. The lines between the good and the bad guys is blurred, safe zones are scarce and it’s impossible to know who to trust. Recommendability scores for ’71 were very high, with a runtime of 99 minutes it scored well for engagement as well to give an overall rating of 4.23. [supsystic-tables id=363]     Episode #350 Crew Links Thanks to the Episode # 350 Matthew Stogdon (@stoghz), Jack Chambers-Ward (@jlwchambers) and Tim Maytom (@trivia_lad) from Sequelisers podcast You can find their website here https://reviews.theredrighthand.co.uk/ and at https://withcandour.co.uk/about/team/jack-chambers-ward   Please make sure you give them some love   More about '71 For more info on '71. can visit  71 IMDB page here or 71 Rotten Tomatoes page here. Final Plug! Subscribe, Share and Review us on iTunes If you enjoyed this episode of Flixwatcher Podcast you probably know other people who will like it too! Please share it with your friends and family, review us, and join us across ALL of the Social Media links below. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    43 min
  7. 5 JUN

    Episode # 349 Nyad with John Dorney and Tom Salinsky from Best Pick podcast

    John Dorney and Tom Salinsky from Best Pick podcast join Flixwatcher to review Tom’s choice Nyad. Nyad (2023) is a biographical sports drama based on swimmer Diana Nyad’s life and her book Find a Way: The Inspiring Story of One Woman's Pursuit of a Lifelong Dream. It stars Annette Bening as Diana and Jodie Foster as Bonnie Stoll, Diana’s best friend and trainer. Rhys Ifans also stars as John Bartlett, the navigator of her support ship. The film follows Diana as she attempts to complete the 110-mile nonstop swim from Cuba to Florida that has eluded her since 1978. In 2011, at the age of 60 Diana makes the first of many attempts to complete the journey. Nyad follows a standard sports biopic template, except there are big questions about the validity of her completed swim. Not only is the main swim potentially not 100% accurate, some of the major moments in the Nyad completely fictional. There was no shark! Recommendability scores for Nyad were firmly floating around the threes, not a bad film but also not an especially exciting or remarkable one. Everyone was in agreement that it is also a good film to watch while doing a task, so not particularly high on engagement, which gives an overall score of 2.70. [supsystic-tables id=362]     Episode #348 Crew Links Thanks to the Episode # 348 Crew of John Dorney (@MrJohnDorney) and Tom Salinsky (@tomsalinsky) from Best Pick podcast You can find their website here https://x.com/BestPickPod and at http://www.the-spontaneity-shop.com   Please make sure you give them some love   More about Nyad For more info on Nyad. can visit Nyad IMDB page here or Nyad Rotten Tomatoes page here. Final Plug! Subscribe, Share and Review us on iTunes If you enjoyed this episode of Flixwatcher Podcast you probably know other people who will like it too! Please share it with your friends and family, review us, and join us across ALL of the Social Media links below. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    47 min

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Every week the Flixwatcher crew team up with other podcasters to talk about what to watch on Netflix! Flixwatcher is hosted by Helen Sadler and Kobi Omenaka. Every episode discusses and rates a film from Netflix as chosen by special guests from other podcasts using our unique Flixwatcher scoring system. We tackle classic films including Woody Allen's "Manhattan" and "Pulp Fiction" , Netflix Originals such as "Amanda Knox" and "Beasts of No Nation" through to bargain bin b-movies such as Sharknado 3. The choice what to watch on Netflix is given wholly to the podcaster guests. Team Flixwatcher has no say in what they watch from the huge Netflix library! Tune in every week to get Netflix film recommendations and rejections with spoilers guaranteed! If you are ever struggling with what to watch on Netflix then this is the podcast for you! If you do want to skip to the end that is when you'll get all of our film scores using our unique Flixwatcher Netflix scoring system! Tell your friends AND SUBSCRIBE!

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