Cinema Sleuths

Luke Deckard and Matthew Booth
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Two crime-fiction authors. All of cinema and TV. One case to crack. Luke Deckard and Matthew Booth investigate the films and television shows that shape pop culture — from beloved classics and hidden gems to blockbusters, disasters and everything in between. Expect strong opinions, surprising connections, behind-the-scenes stories and arguments that occasionally require further investigation. The evidence is gathered. The suspects are interrogated. The verdict is yours.

  1. 19h ago

    HBO's LANTERNS S01E01 (2026) | Debriefed

    In this special bonus episode of DEBRIEFED, we look at the premiere of HBO Max's LANTERNS. The latest DC show that enraged the internet. But has fan discourse gone too far? We discuss that and whether this show is really worthy of the hate.      Cinema Sleuths is produced by Luke Deckard & Matthew Booth  Edited by Luke Deckard  Theme song by Luke Deckard  Logo by  Phil Dragash    DISCLAIMER All content presented in this podcast episode is the property of the podcast creator and is protected under applicable copyright laws. Any copyrighted material used in this episode is used under the principles of fair use for purposes such as commentary, criticism, education, and review. No part of this episode may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means without prior written permission from the copyright holder, except where permitted by law. *All movie and TV clips used in this episode are the property of their respective copyright holders and are used here for the purpose of review and commentary under Fair Dealing / Fair Use. No copyright infringement is intended.*

    HBO's LANTERNS S01E01 (2026) | Debriefed

  2. 2d ago

    Case 96: THE POSTMAN ALWAYS RINGS TWICE (1946) -- A Terrible Misfortune?

    Often listed as one of the best film noirs, based on one of the most iconic hard-boiled novels by James M Cain. Your sleuths put the film to the test! Your cinematic sleuths are back at it! This week, we are joined by thriller author Regan MacArther, writer of the John Lash series.    THE CASE: THE POSTMAN ALWAYS RINGS TWICE (1946) Starring: Lana Turner, John Garfield, and Cecil Kellaway  Written by Harry Ruskin and Niven Busch  Based on the novel by James M Cain  Directed by  Tay Garnett    CREDITS Mean Streets is produced by Luke Deckard and Matthew Booth  Edited by Luke Deckard  Music by Luke Deckard  Logo by Phil Dragash      DISCLAIMER: All content presented in this podcast episode is the property of the podcast creator and is protected under applicable copyright laws. Any copyrighted material used in this episode is used under the principles of fair use for purposes such as commentary, criticism, education, and review. No part of this episode may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means without prior written permission from the copyright holder, except where permitted by law.

    Case 96: THE POSTMAN ALWAYS RINGS TWICE (1946) -- A Terrible Misfortune?

  3. Aug 10

    TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES (1990) | Dir Steve Barron

    This week your cinema sleuths are investigating TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES (1990)! Starring Judith Hoag, Elias Koteas, Josh Pias, Robbie Rist, Corey Feldman, Brian Tochi, James Saito, David McCharen, Michelan Sisti, Leif Tilden, and David Forman. Written by Todd W Langen and Bobby Herback. Based on the comic book created by Keven Eastman and Peter Laird. Directed by Steve Barron.    Special guest Julian De Backer! Follow his YouTube Channel Here   Cinema Sleuths is produced by Luke Deckard & Matthew Booth  Edited by Luke Deckard  Theme song by Luke Deckard  Logo by  Phil Dragash    DISCLAIMER All content presented in this podcast episode is the property of the podcast creator and is protected under applicable copyright laws. Any copyrighted material used in this episode is used under the principles of fair use for purposes such as commentary, criticism, education, and review. No part of this episode may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means without prior written permission from the copyright holder, except where permitted by law. *All movie and TV clips used in this episode are the property of their respective copyright holders and are used here for the purpose of review and commentary under Fair Dealing / Fair Use. No copyright infringement is intended.*

    TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES (1990) | Dir Steve Barron

  4. Aug 3

    Case 94: SPIDER-MAN: BRAND NEW DAY (2026) - A Spectacular Return to Form

    THWIP! The summer blockbuster has landed! And it's a giant SPIDER! This week, your cinematic sleuths are swinging between skyscrapers, stopping runaway tanks, teaming up with lunatics, and thwarting bank robberies as we investigate SPIDER-MAN BRAND NEW DAY; directed by Destin Daniel Cretton, starring Tom Holland, Zendaya, Sadie Sink, and Jon Bernthal, and written by Chris McKenna and Erik Sommers.    Are we back? Do we finally have a GREAT Spider-Man film? Listen and find out.    Cinema Sleuths is produced by Luke Deckard & Matthew Booth  Edited by Luke Deckard  Theme song by Luke Deckard  Logo by  Phil Dragash    DISCLAIMER All content presented in this podcast episode is the property of the podcast creator and is protected under applicable copyright laws. Any copyrighted material used in this episode is used under the principles of fair use for purposes such as commentary, criticism, education, and review. No part of this episode may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means without prior written permission from the copyright holder, except where permitted by law. *All movie and TV clips used in this episode are the property of their respective copyright holders and are used here for the purpose of review and commentary under Fair Dealing / Fair Use. No copyright infringement is intended.*

    Case 94: SPIDER-MAN: BRAND NEW DAY (2026) - A Spectacular Return to Form

  5. Jul 27

    Daredevil Born Again S2 + Punisher One Last Kill Discussion

    We investigate Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 and The Punisher: One Last Killer to see if Marvel's 2026 R-rated output is really all it's cracked up to be. Join us as we look at both and speculate about Punisher and Daredevil's involvement in Spider-Man Brand New Day! Be warned, spoilers abound!          Cinema Sleuths is produced by Luke Deckard & Matthew Booth  Edited by Luke Deckard  Theme song by Luke Deckard  Logo by  Phil Dragash    DISCLAIMER All content presented in this podcast episode is the property of the podcast creator and is protected under applicable copyright laws. Any copyrighted material used in this episode is used under the principles of fair use for purposes such as commentary, criticism, education, and review. No part of this episode may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means without prior written permission from the copyright holder, except where permitted by law. *All movie and TV clips used in this episode are the property of their respective copyright holders and are used here for the purpose of review and commentary under Fair Dealing / Fair Use. No copyright infringement is intended.*

    Daredevil Born Again S2 + Punisher One Last Kill Discussion

  6. Jul 13

    ROBOCOP (1987) | Dir Paul Verhoeven

    This week, we're investigating ROBOCOP (1987) starring Peter Weller, Nancy Allen, Ronny Cox, Kurtwood Smith, and Miguel Ferrer. Written by Edward Neumeier and Michael Miner. Directed by Paul Verhoeven.    Special guest is Skye from co-host and co-created FILM 89 Cinema Sleuths is produced by Luke Deckard & Matthew Booth  Edited by Luke Deckard  Theme song by Luke Deckard  Logo by  Phil Dragash    DISCLAIMER All content presented in this podcast episode is the property of the podcast creator and is protected under applicable copyright laws. Any copyrighted material used in this episode is used under the principles of fair use for purposes such as commentary, criticism, education, and review. No part of this episode may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means without prior written permission from the copyright holder, except where permitted by law. *All movie and TV clips used in this episode are the property of their respective copyright holders and are used here for the purpose of review and commentary under Fair Dealing / Fair Use. No copyright infringement is intended.*

    ROBOCOP (1987) | Dir Paul Verhoeven

  7. Jul 6

    Case 91: SHERLOCK MANIA — How Sherlock Holmes Took Over the World in the 2010s

    The game is afoot! Between 2009-2012 Sherlock Holmes exploded on the big and small screens with the Robert Downey Jr / Jude Law film directed by Guy Ritchie as well as the hit BBC series SHERLOCK created by Steven Moffat and Mark Gatiss starring Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman. This week, we're looking at the bonkers era in which these mega-hit franchises swept the world before suddenly dropping off the face of the earth.   We're joined by Dr Mark Jones from the podcast Doings of Doyle and Sherlockian expert and BSI member Monica Schmidt.    DISCLAIMER All content presented in this podcast episode is the property of the podcast creator and is protected under applicable copyright laws. Any copyrighted material used in this episode is used under the principles of fair use for purposes such as commentary, criticism, education, and review. No part of this episode may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means without prior written permission from the copyright holder, except where permitted by law. *All movie and TV clips used in this episode are the property of their respective copyright holders and are used here for the purpose of review and commentary under Fair Use / Fair Dealing. No copyright infringement is intended.*

    Case 91: SHERLOCK MANIA — How Sherlock Holmes Took Over the World in the 2010s

  8. Jun 29

    SUPERGIRL (2026) | DISCLOSURE DAY | TOY STORY 5 Debrief

    This week, we discuss some of this summer's blockbuster hits and flops. We investigate Supergirl 2026 starring Milly Alcock, Toy Story 5, and Steven Spielberg's DISCLOSURE DAY.      Cinema Sleuths is produced by Luke Deckard & Matthew Booth  Edited by Luke Deckard  Theme song by Luke Deckard  Logo by  Phil Dragash    DISCLAIMER All content presented in this podcast episode is the property of the podcast creator and is protected under applicable copyright laws. Any copyrighted material used in this episode is used under the principles of fair use for purposes such as commentary, criticism, education, and review. No part of this episode may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means without prior written permission from the copyright holder, except where permitted by law. *All movie and TV clips used in this episode are the property of their respective copyright holders and are used here for the purpose of review and commentary under Fair Dealing / Fair Use. No copyright infringement is intended.*

    SUPERGIRL (2026) | DISCLOSURE DAY | TOY STORY 5 Debrief
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Two crime-fiction authors. All of cinema and TV. One case to crack. Luke Deckard and Matthew Booth investigate the films and television shows that shape pop culture — from beloved classics and hidden gems to blockbusters, disasters and everything in between. Expect strong opinions, surprising connections, behind-the-scenes stories and arguments that occasionally require further investigation. The evidence is gathered. The suspects are interrogated. The verdict is yours.

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  • Creator
    Luke Deckard and Matthew Booth
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    115
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Luke Deckard and Matthew Booth
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