The Flixters

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. 6d ago

    The one where we review The Death of Robin Hood and Leviticus

    Directed by Michael Sarnoski, The Death of Robin Hood completely strips away the traditional merry-men pageantry to deliver a raw, grounded, and ultraviolent revisionist drama. Starring Hugh Jackman as an aged, battle-weary outlaw living in self-imposed exile, the film follows a broken Robin who is forced to reckon with the bloody reality of his past when he takes refuge in a remote priory.  Fun Flix Fact: Jodie Comer, who stars as the steadfast Sister Brigid nursing Robin back to health, heavily researched medieval herbalism and religious history on set to ensure her character's philosophical debates with Jackman felt completely authentic to the period  Next up, we are diving into the terrifying depths of Adrian Chiarella’s breakout Australian folk-horror film, Leviticus. Set in a conservative rural community, the story follows teenage boys Naim (Joe Bird) and Ryan (Stacy Clausen) whose mutual attraction leads their strict religious community to subject them to a harrowing conversion ritual. Rather than cleansing them, the ritual invites in a shape-shifting entity that takes the form of their forbidden desires, turning their deepest longings into a waking nightmare of paranoia.  Fun Flix Fact: The supernatural entity was deliberately designed to mimic the exact mannerisms and voices of the characters' loved ones, creating masterclasses of tension where the actors had to perform scenes switching fluidly between genuine affection and monstrous threat.  To celebrate three and a half decades of oversized forest camp, soaring orchestral scores, and unbridled 1990s blockbuster energy, we are looking back at Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves (1991). Kevin Costner’s swashbuckling epic remains an absolute time capsule of peak Hollywood studio filmmaking.  Fun Flix Fact: Alan Rickman famously improvised nearly all of his venomous, scene-stealing comedic delivery as the Sheriff of Nottingham, reportedly asking the screenwriters for permission to "invent" new ways to chew the scenery because he felt the original script played it far too straight.  Bryan Adams' iconic power ballad "(Everything I Do) I Do It for You" spent a record-breaking 16 consecutive weeks at number one on the UK Singles Chart, becoming an unstoppable cultural phenomenon that dominated the airwaves all summer long.  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  02:32 Shoutouts 04:11 Movie News 8:42 New on Streaming 12:18 New Trailers 17:50 Anniversary Corner 20:51 The Death of Robin Hood Review 32:56 Leviticus review 44:54 Outro  This episode is proudly sponsored by Zencastr.  Create your podcast today! #madeonzencastr

  2. Aug 31

    The one where we review The Dog Stars, Insidious: Into The Further, and Mutiny

    Directed by Ridley Scott and adapted from Peter Heller’s acclaimed novel, The Dog Stars takes us to a desolate Colorado in 2035. Jacob Elordi stars as Hig, a civilian pilot living on an abandoned airstrip with a survivalist ex-Marine named Bangley (Josh Brolin). When a stray radio transmission sparks a glimmer of hope beyond their fenced-in reality, Hig risks everything to fly out into the unknown.  Fun Flix Fact: Ridley Scott shot much of the film's sweeping exterior sequences on location in Italy, cleverly using the Mediterranean landscape to stand in for the rugged American West.  Fun Flix Fact: The canine companion Jasper was played by multiple Belgian Malinois trained specifically to match Jacob Elordi’s easygoing cockpit demeanor during the intimate flight scenes.  The supernatural horror juggernaut returns with its sixth installment, directed by Jacob Chase. Insidious: Into The Further follows a young mother named Gemma (Amelia Eve) who discovers a terrifying new facet of the purgatorial realm: she doesn't just enter The Further—she has the terrifying ability to bring its malevolent spirits back into the living world. Franchise staple Lin Shaye also returns to guide the terror.  Fun Flix Fact: To achieve the signature, eerie look of The Further without relying entirely on digital effects, the production crew built rotating, inverted hallway sets that disoriented the actors in real-time.  Fun Flix Fact: The film's primary antagonist, a cult leader trapped in the astral plane, was designed using physical prosthetics that took over six hours to apply daily.  Action icon Jason Statham is back in top form in Mutiny, directed by Jean-François Richet. Statham plays Cole Reed, a private security bodyguard who is framed for the assassination of his billionaire employer. Forced to go on the run, Reed stows away on a massive cargo ship, only to stumble upon a vast human trafficking conspiracy that he has to dismantle one punch at a time.  Fun Flix Fact: Jason Statham performed the vast majority of his own stunt work during the intense, cramped container-ship brawl scenes, collaborating closely with director Jean-François Richet to keep the choreography raw and grounded.  Fun Flix Fact: The production utilized a decommissioned cargo vessel docked in Southeast Asia, giving the film an authentic, claustrophobic industrial grit that soundstages simply cannot replicate.  To mark a decade and a half since Steven Soderbergh’s chillingly prescient medical thriller hit cinemas, we are looking back at Contagion (2011). From its all-star ensemble cast to its hyper-realistic depiction of a global pandemic spreading through fomites and panic, it remains one of the smartest studio thrillers ever made.  For our Hidden Gem this week, we are shining a light on Jane Schoenbrun’s mind-bending, surrealist slasher Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma. Starring Hannah Einbinder as a young filmmaker hired to reboot a flagging slasher franchise, the film spirals into a hypnotic, queer Gothic romance when she becomes obsessed with finding the franchise's reclusive original "final girl," played brilliantly by Gillian Anderson.  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  02:04 Shoutouts 03:42 Movie News 8:17 New on Streaming 13:02 New Trailers 22:13 Anniversary Corner 24:53 The Dog Stars Review 33:25 Insidious: Into The Further review 44:10 Mutiny Review 48:43 Hidden Gem Review 57:10 Outro  This episode is proudly sponsored by Zencastr.  Create your podcast today! #madeonzencastr

  3. Aug 17

    The one where we review The End of Oak Street and The Last House

    Directed by David Robert Mitchell, The End Of Oak Street is a gripping, high-concept sci-fi thriller. When a mysterious cosmic event rips a suburban neighbourhood out of 1982 and transports it straight into prehistoric times, a family led by Anne Hathaway and Ewan McGregor must set aside their marital strains to protect their children from prehistoric predators.  Fun Flix Fact: Fun Flix Fact: Director David Robert Mitchell spent months working with paleontological consultants to ensure the dinosaurs featured in the neighbourhood's gardens were depicted with accurate shaggy plumage rather than traditional movie scales. Fun Flix Fact: The production built a massive, multi-acre suburban cul-de-sac set on a secure backlot, allowing the stunt coordinators to orchestrate massive practical creature attacks right between the houses. Streaming alongside our first review, the Louis Leterrier-directed sci-fi thriller The Last House stars Greta Lee and Wagner Moura as a Seattle couple whose family is inexplicably sealed inside their home when a mysterious global disaster strikes. Cut off from the outside world with dwindling resources, they must figure out how to survive whatever is lurking just beyond their doors.  Fun Flix Fact: To authentically capture the claustrophobia of prolonged confinement, the production utilized a closed-set house build where the cast spent weeks filming in sequence, mirroring the characters' gradual psychological fraying. Fun Flix Fact: Director Louis Leterrier drew visual inspiration from classic disaster and containment films, utilizing subtle lighting shifts to show how the surrounding environment slowly consumes the suburban landscape over the course of the story. To celebrate the legacy of the 'contained thriller', we are looking back at the 2016 masterpiece 10 Cloverfield Lane. Given its undeniable link to the themes of forced confinement and paranoia, it is the ultimate companion piece to analyse alongside our main features.  Fun Flix Fact: John Goodman famously remained in character as the imposing Howard Stambler even when the cameras weren't rolling, often avoiding the rest of the cast to maintain the chilling sense of isolation and distrust needed for the bunker scenes. Fun Flix Fact: The film’s claustrophobic finale was originally written to be much larger in scale, but director Dan Trachtenberg insisted on keeping the focus entirely on the lead character's survival, proving that 'less is more' when it comes to psychological terror. 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  01:58 Shoutouts 03:15 Movie News 16:22 New on Streaming 22:21 New Trailers 36:30 Anniversary Corner 39:09 The End of Oak Street Review 52:23 The Last House review 59:49 Outro  This episode is proudly sponsored by Zencastr.  Create your podcast today! #madeonzencastr

  4. Aug 3

    The one where we review Spider-Man: Brand New Day

    Directed by Destin Daniel Cretton, Spider-Man: Brand New Day picks up the pieces in a world that completely forgot Peter Parker exists. Tom Holland returns as a more mature, isolated wall-crawler dedicating every waking second to street-level protection. But the relentless pressure of fighting crime full-time—while watching his old friends move on—triggers a dangerous and unexpected physical evolution in his powers, setting the stage for a massive clash against high-level threats and a mysterious telepathic force.  Fun Flix Fact: Tom Holland collaborated closely with director Destin Daniel Cretton to lean into the psychological toll of anonymity, purposely portraying a grittier, more frayed version of Peter Parker whose intense isolation begins manifesting in startling physical changes.  Fun Flix Fact: The production utilised practical, street-level stunt coordination on location in New York and Atlanta to capture a grounded, gritty aesthetic that mirrors classic comic runs, distinguishing it visually from sprawling cosmic team-ups.  To celebrate a decade of fractured friendships and high-stakes superhero politics, we are looking back at Anthony and Joe Russo’s Captain America: Civil War (2016). We break down how this massive blockbuster successfully juggled a sprawling ensemble cast while redefining the emotional core of the MCU.  Fun Flix Fact: The iconic, airport-tarmac battle sequence took over three weeks of night shoots to complete, utilising a massive blue-screen stage combined with practical hangar locations in Germany to ground the physics of the clash. Fun Flix Fact: Tom Holland’s debut performance as Spider-Man in this very film was kept under such tight wraps by Marvel that he wasn't even allowed to tell his friends which movie set he was flying off to shoot! 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  02:36 Shoutouts 04:39 Movie News 14:41 New on Streaming 18:14 New Trailers 31:13 Anniversary Corner 33:57 Spider-Man: Brand New Day Review 53:16 Outro  This episode is proudly sponsored by Zencastr.  Create your podcast today! #madeonzencastr

  5. Jul 29

    The one where we review The Furious

    Directed by action maestro Kenji Tanigaki, The Furious delivers a non-stop, blood-soaked martial arts spectacle. The film follows Wang Wei (Xie Miao), a desperate father who goes on an absolute rampage to rescue his kidnapped daughter after local police turn a blind eye. His only ally is Navin (Joe Taslim)—a relentless journalist hunting for his own missing wife—leading an unlikely duo into an explosive showdown against a ruthless criminal syndicate featuring heavy-hitters like Yayan Ruhian and Jeeja Yanin. Fun Flix Fact: Director Kenji Tanigaki assembled an absolute dream-team "supergroup" of contemporary pan-Asian action talent, uniting stars from China, Indonesia, and Thailand to capture the high-kicking golden energy of classic Hong Kong cinema. Fun Flix Fact: Joe Taslim leaned heavily into his real-life competitive martial arts background—specifically utilizing his elite judo skills—to give his character's combat style a distinct, ground-based brutality that contrasts sharply with the film's flashier aerial acrobatics. To celebrate a major milestone in brutal, hallway-clearing action, we’re looking back at Gareth Evans’ The Raid: Redemption (2011). We break down how this Indonesian masterpiece completely redefined the modern action genre, turning a single apartment block into an unrelenting survival gauntlet. Fun Flix Fact: The film’s legendary fight choreography was developed over months of intensive training by lead star Iko Uwais and co-star Yayan Ruhian (who also brings the pain in The Furious!), utilizing the traditional Indonesian martial art of Pencak Silat to create lightning-fast, hyper-realistic combat. Fun Flix Fact: Despite looking like a massive-budget Hollywood production, the film was shot on a relatively modest indie budget in a single, purpose-built multi-story set in Jakarta, where the sweltering indoor heat and physical intensity forced the cast and crew to undergo daily medical checkups. 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  02:22 Shoutouts 04:13 Movie News 21:06 New on Streaming 23:33 New Trailers 35:00 Anniversary Corner 38:06 The Furious Review 53:16 Outro This episode is proudly sponsored by Zencastr.  Create your podcast today! #madeonzencastr

  6. Jul 20

    The one where we review The Odyssey with special guest actor Andrei Lenart

    This week is a monumental one for the show! We are tackling the cinematic event of the year: Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey (2026). And, to make this episode even more special, we are joined by cast member Andrei Lenart! Directed by Christopher Nolan and shot entirely on IMAX 70mm film, The Odyssey isn't just a movie—it's a global experience. Starring Matt Damon as the war-weary Odysseus, the film charts his decade-long struggle to return to Ithaca after the Trojan War, weaving together his grueling sea voyage and the desperate situation back home with Penelope (Anne Hathaway) and Telemachus (Tom Holland).  Fun Flix Fact: This production makes history as the very first feature film to be shot completely on IMAX film, pushing the boundaries of what large-format cameras can capture—from the desolate shores of the Scottish Moray Firth to the sun-drenched landscapes of Sicily and the sands of Western Sahara. Fun Flix Fact: The film’s "Trojan Horse" sequence is a masterclass in production design, reimagined by Nolan as a towering, unsettling monument that draws inspiration from Ozymandias and Planet of the Apes, turning the ancient trick into a dark, visceral centerpiece of the film’s opening act. We are thrilled to welcome Andrei Lenart to the show! Having worked on projects ranging from Kingsman: The Secret Service to Kill 'Em All 2, Andrei brings an incredible physical intensity to the screen. We’ll be diving deep into what it’s actually like to work on a high-stakes, multi-country Nolan set. 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  01:43 Andre Lenart 04:17 Who is the Goatman 05:35 Avengers 07:59 Arnie/Secret Level 12:05 Starting Out 14:21 Voice Acting 15:14 Video Games 18:16 Working with Jean Claude Van Damme 24:24 Preparation 29:07 Movie News 35:06 New Trailers 45:25 The Odyssey Review 1:08:15 Outro This episode is proudly sponsored by Zencastr.  Create your podcast today! #madeonzencastr

  7. Jul 14

    The one where we review Evil Dead Burn and Citizen Vigilante

    The Evil Dead franchise is back, and director Sébastien Vaniček has delivered arguably the most grueling entry yet. Starring Souheila Yacoub, this film follows a grieving widow who seeks comfort with her estranged in-laws at a remote family home, only to discover that the house holds a dark, ancient secret.  Fun Flix Fact: Principal photography took place in New Zealand over three months in late 2025, and the production team went through over 20,000 litres of fake blood to capture that signature Evil Dead intensity.  Next, we’re tackling the most talked-about indie release of the year: Citizen Vigilante, directed by the always-provocative Uwe Boll. Starring Armie Hammer as a man taking the law into his own hands in a crumbling city, it’s a film that has sparked intense debate since its release in June.  Fun Flix Fact: Following its digital release in June, the film became the #1 purchase on both Apple TV and Amazon Prime Video within days, proving that despite a modest $2 million budget, the project struck a massive nerve with audiences worldwide  To celebrate a decade since one of the most claustrophobic and brilliant supernatural thrillers hit the screen, we’re looking back at The Autopsy of Jane Doe (2016). André Øvredal’s masterpiece proves that you don’t need massive monsters to create pure, unrelenting dread—just a scalpel, a mysterious body, and a basement with no way out.   Fun Flix Fact: Olwen Catherine Kelly, who played the titular "Jane Doe," had to remain completely motionless for hours on end, often while covered in layers of prosthetics and heavy makeup, to achieve the eerily lifelike (or deathlike) stillness required for the role.  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  02:48 Shoutouts 04:21 Movie News 12:57 New on Streaming 15:01 New Trailers 25:11 Anniversary Corner 28:58 Evil Dead Burn Review 47:34 Citizen Vigilante Review 1:06:11Outro This episode is proudly sponsored by Zencastr.  Create your podcast today! #madeonzencastr

  8. Jul 6

    The one where we review Jackass: Best and Last and Over Your Dead Body

    The end of an era is officially here. Directed by Jeff Tremaine, this final installment serves as both a "greatest hits" compilation and a brand-new playground of pain. The crew is back—minus a few, plus a few fresh faces—to deliver one last round of stunts, pranks, and jaw-dropping absurdity.  Fun Flix Fact: The legendary final sequence—a massive grocery cart ride through a series of explosions—was designed by producer Spike Jonze to mirror the opening of the very first Jackass film, bringing the entire franchise full circle in a blaze of glory.  We’re shifting gears to the dark, twisty thriller directed by Jorma Taccone. Starring Jason Segel and Samara Weaving as a miserable couple who retreat to a remote cabin to "reset" their marriage, only to find that both have arrived with a secret plan to murder the other. Naturally, things go from bad to worse when uninvited guests crash the party  Fun Flix Fact: The film’s claustrophobic aesthetic was achieved by shooting the entire "cabin" sequence in a highly customized, remote location in Finland, where the temperature on set regularly dropped below freezing during night shoots. Fun Flix Fact: To heighten the tension between the leads, director Jorma Taccone kept Jason Segel and Samara Weaving physically separated for the first few days of production, ensuring that the initial "coldness" on screen felt entirely authentic. To celebrate 20 years of the film that turned the "gross-out" into high art, we’re revisiting Jackass Number Two (2006). From the "Red Rocket" to the king cobra in a trailer, we discuss why this sequel remains the undisputed peak of the franchise's chaotic energy  Fun Flix Fact: The film’s infamous final prank on Ehren McGhehey—which involved convincing him he was in a terrorist plot—was so intense that the crew had to include a "prank insurance" clause in the production budget just to handle the potential legal fallout!  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  02:54 Shoutouts 03:58 Movie News 12:11 New on Streaming 17:08 New Trailers 22:29 Anniversary Corner 26:09 Jackass: Best and Last Review 30:11 Over Your Dead Body Review 37:46 Outro This episode is proudly sponsored by Zencastr.  Create your podcast today! #madeonzencastr

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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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    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
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