Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective

Nicola Docherty & Gary J Hewitt

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Welcome to Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective. Each episode we take a deep dive into a random film chosen by our guest host. Each season we will pick a theme and review films based on that. i.e Monster Movies: Jaws, Godzilla etc Contact infoInstagram: @choosefilmpodcast Twitter: @FilmChoose

JUN 19

A FIELD IN ENGLAND (Dir. Ben Wheatley) w Brendan Swift

Welcome to episode 097 of Choose Film Podcast. It’s time to take a walk across the country, find the nearest ale house and watch out for nettle when taking a shit outside. We’re discussing Ben Wheatley’s A Field In England. Film synopsisDuring the English Civil War, a small group of deserters, including the lacemaker and alchemist's assistant, Whitehead flee from a raging battle through an overgrown field. They are captured by two men: O'Neil and Cutler.links in conversationInsta - @bren...

1h 14m
MAY 17

EP96 CLERKS (Dir. Kevin Smith) w Mark Ayling

Welcome to episode 096 of Choose Film Podcast. It’s time to get called into work, miss hockey and don’t forget about the guy in the toilet, we’re discussing Kevin Smith’s grassroots Clerks. SynopsisDante (Brian O'Halloran) is called in to cover a shift at his New Jersey convenience store on his day off. His friend Randal (Jeff Anderson) helps him pass the time, neglecting his video-store customers next door to hang out in the Quick Stop. The uneventful day is disrupted by news that one of Dan...

1h 16m
APR 4

EP95 THE BREAKFAST CLUB (Dir. John Hughes) w Sasha MacPherson

Welcome to episode 095 of Choose Film Podcast. Grab a seat, stick some weed down your pants and don’t mess with the bull or you’ll get the horns. That’s right we are joined by Sasha Reid to discuss John Hughes’ The Breakfast Club.SynopsisFive high school students from different walks of life endure a Saturday detention under a power-hungry principal (Paul Gleason). The disparate group includes rebel John (Judd Nelson), princess Claire (Molly Ringwald), outcast Allison (Ally Sheedy), brainy Br...

1h 19m
FEB 7

EP 94 The Wizard Of Oz (dir. Victor Fleming) w. Lauren C Moore

Welcome to Choose Film Podcast. It’s time to murder a witch, steal her slippers and take a stroll along the yellow brick road. We are discussing the classic Wizard Of OzSynopsisWhen a tornado rips through Kansas, Dorothy (Judy Garland) and her dog, Toto, are whisked away in their house to the magical land of Oz. They follow the Yellow Brick Road toward the Emerald City to meet the Wizard, and en route they meet a Scarecrow (Ray Bolger) that needs a brain, a Tin Man (Jack Haley) missing ...

1h 18m
JAN 12

EP93 LOST GIRLS (Dir. Liz Garbus) W Rebecca Turner

Welcome to episode 93 of Choose Film Podcast. Grab your wellies, join forces with the mothers and storm the marshlands. Gary & Nicola are joined by Rebecca Turner to discuss 2020's LOST GIRLS. SynopsisDetermined to find her missing daughter, a desperate woman launches a personal investigation that leads police to the unsolved cases of murdered sex workers.Creative RecommendationsA Play, A Pie & A Pinthttps://playpiepint.com/Weekend Readhttps://johnaugust.com/apps/weekend-readButoh Dan...

1h 16m
12/24/2023

BONUS: EP92 TWAS THE NIGHT (Dir. Nick Castle)

Welcome to episode 92 of Choose Film Podcast. It's time to steal Santa's sleigh, rob the rich and payoff the bad guys. It's christmas time and we're discussing Disney's TV movie 'Twas The Night'SynopsisAfter running away from criminals on Christmas Eve, a troublemaking uncle dresses up as Santa Claus and arrives at his nephew's house. Together, they embark on a joyride in Santa's new sleigh.

49 min
12/18/2023

BONUS: EP91 'DOUBLE BILL' A Street Cat Named Bob (Dir. Roger Spottiswoode) & A Gift from Bob (Dir. Director: Charles Martin Smith)

Welcome to episode 91 of Choose Film Podcast. We are back and just in time for XMAS. We have a cracking double bill for you with 'A Street Cat Named Bob' (Dir. Roger Spottiswoode) & 'A Christmas Gift from Bob' (Dir. Director: Charles Martin Smith)A Street Cat Named Bob SynopsisJames Bowen, a homeless drug addict, starts living in a council flat. His life and fortune change for the better when he adopts Bob, a stray cat who keeps following him around.A Christmas Gift from BobJames Bowen re...

59 min
08/15/2023

EP90 Tár (‎Todd Field) w Ross Imlach

Welcome to episode 90 of Choose Film Podcast.We are joined by fellow filmmaker Ross Imlach as we start a brand new season and theme "Female Leading Films' as we discuss 2022's Tár, produced by and starring Cate Blanchett. SynopsisRenowned musician Lydia Tár is days away from recording the symphony that will elevate her career. When all elements seem to conspire against her, Lydia's adopted daughter Petra becomes an integral emotional support for her struggling mother.Creative Recommenda...

1h 17m

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Wonderful podcast about great films

02/01/2021

Jason Cabassi

Gary and Ashley are delightful. They have a respect for great movies, an infectious enthusiasm, interesting perspectives (especially with their rotating guest cohost chair), and they have a really good positive vibe about them. Highly recommend.
A Strong Podcast for and Filmhead

01/15/2021

StealthScribe

I think one of the best things about this podcast, is the authenticity of the hosts and how personable they are. One gets a sense of the humans on the other end and can feels their love of movies. Also, the wide array of guests from many areas in the arts have all been fantastic. The films they choose and the points each person discusses remain endlessly thoughtful and makes one want to go back and rewatch the films in a given episode. Looking forward to more episodes of this wonderful podcast!
Great Show

12/15/2020

Working Dead

Found it last night and have already listened to a couple episodes. Great sound and production, great voices, and a nice light, enjoyable time. Recommended.

Welcome to Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective. Each episode we take a deep dive into a random film chosen by our guest host. Each season we will pick a theme and review films based on that. i.e Monster Movies: Jaws, Godzilla etc Contact infoInstagram: @choosefilmpodcast Twitter: @FilmChoose

Creator

Nicola Docherty & Gary J Hewitt
Years Active

2020 - 2024
Episodes

100
Rating

Clean
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Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective

Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective

A FIELD IN ENGLAND (Dir. Ben Wheatley) w Brendan Swift

EP96 CLERKS (Dir. Kevin Smith) w Mark Ayling

EP95 THE BREAKFAST CLUB (Dir. John Hughes) w Sasha MacPherson

EP 94 The Wizard Of Oz (dir. Victor Fleming) w. Lauren C Moore

EP93 LOST GIRLS (Dir. Liz Garbus) W Rebecca Turner

BONUS: EP92 TWAS THE NIGHT (Dir. Nick Castle)

BONUS: EP91 'DOUBLE BILL' A Street Cat Named Bob (Dir. Roger Spottiswoode) & A Gift from Bob (Dir. Director: Charles Martin Smith)

EP90 Tár (‎Todd Field) w Ross Imlach

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Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective

Episodes

A FIELD IN ENGLAND (Dir. Ben Wheatley) w Brendan Swift

EP96 CLERKS (Dir. Kevin Smith) w Mark Ayling

EP95 THE BREAKFAST CLUB (Dir. John Hughes) w Sasha MacPherson

EP 94 The Wizard Of Oz (dir. Victor Fleming) w. Lauren C Moore

EP93 LOST GIRLS (Dir. Liz Garbus) W Rebecca Turner

BONUS: EP92 TWAS THE NIGHT (Dir. Nick Castle)

BONUS: EP91 'DOUBLE BILL' A Street Cat Named Bob (Dir. Roger Spottiswoode) & A Gift from Bob (Dir. Director: Charles Martin Smith)

EP90 Tár (‎Todd Field) w Ross Imlach

Trailers

Quick Announcement

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT

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Wonderful podcast about great films

A Strong Podcast for and Filmhead

Great Show

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