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  1. Oct 13

    Episode 69: The Social Reckoning | Aaron Sorkin’s Facebook Drama Discussed

    Hello, fellow Chroniclers! It’s time to return to the podcasting fold with Episode 69 of The Chronicle Film Podcast! For this episode, we’re going old school as Paul is joined by Clotilde Chinnici to discuss Aaron Sorkin’s The Social Reckoning. With a stellar cast featuring Mikey Madison, Jeremy Allen White, Jeremy Strong, Billy Magnussen, Betty Gilpin and Bill Burr, is this companion piece to David Fincher’s The Social Network another must-see examination of the world of social media? Inspired by the Facebook whistleblower revelations reported by The Wall Street Journal in 2021, The Social Reckoning follows engineer Frances (Mikey Madison), who discovers troubling evidence suggesting that Facebook is putting profit ahead of user safety. When her concerns go unheard, she turns to investigative journalist Jeff Horwitz (Jeremy Allen White), setting the stage for a story about whistleblowing, corporate accountability and the power of social media. But how does Aaron Sorkin approach this real-world controversy, and can The Social Reckoning live up to the legacy of its acclaimed predecessor? We also discuss the tragic case of Molly Russell, whose death at the age of 14 in 2017 highlighted concerns about the impact of online content on young people. For more information about Molly’s story and support, visit the Molly Rose Foundation. 🎧 Listen now to Episode 69 of The Chronicle Film Podcast and join Paul and Clotilde for a discussion about The Social Reckoning, Facebook, whistleblowing and the responsibilities of social media giants. Follow The Peoples Movies for more film reviews, movie news, interviews and podcast episodes.

  2. Sep 26

    Resident Evil, Sense And Sensibility, Heart Of The Beast

    Raccoon City, Jane Austen and the Alaskan wilderness… welcome back, Chroniclers! After a few weeks away, The Chronicle Film Podcast returns with Episode 68, and this time we're covering three very different films: Resident Evil, Sense and Sensibility and Heart of the Beast. Paul is joined by Bradley and Gemma, a regular writer at The Peoples Movies, for another round of film discussion, reviews and plenty of cinematic chat. First up, Paul and Bradley head to Raccoon City for Zach Cregger's Resident Evil, starring Austin Abrams as an ordinary medical courier whose routine delivery job takes a very dangerous turn. After arriving late at a hospital, he's offered a much better-paid delivery job to Raccoon City. What he doesn't know is that he's heading straight into the middle of a deadly outbreak. Then Paul and Gemma turn to Jane Austen with Sense and Sensibility, starring Daisy Edgar-Jones and Esme Creed-Miles as sisters Elinor and Marianne Dashwood. Forced to leave their family home with their younger sister and widowed mother, the sisters move to a humble cottage and find themselves navigating love, relationships and the search for suitable suitors. The cast also includes George MacKay, Frank Dillane, Catriona Balfe, Fiona Shaw and Herbert Nordrum. Finally, it's time for a man and his dog to take on the Alaskan wilderness in David Ayer's Heart of the Beast, starring Brad Pitt. James, a retired Special Forces veteran, is forced to trek 58 miles through the wilderness with his traumatised dog Odin after their plane crashes. Can they survive the elements and make it to safety? Listen to Episode 68 of The Chronicle Film Podcast for our reviews and discussion of Resident Evil, Sense and Sensibility and Heart of the Beast. 🎙️ The Chronicle Film Podcast – Episode 68 🎬 Resident Evil 🎬 Sense and Sensibility 🎬 Heart of the Beast Follow The Peoples Movies for more film reviews, news, features, interviews and podcast episodes.

  3. Sep 1

    The Dog Stars – Deserving of the Backlash?

    Welcome back, Chroniclers! We are kicking off the new month with Episode 67 of The Chronicle Film Podcast. This week, hosts [Your Name] and Oscar Trinick tackle Ridley Scott's polarizing new post-apocalyptic drama, The Dog Stars.   The film has taken a beating from critics and has struggled at the box office—but is the negativity justified? We break down whether audiences were misled by the marketing, and evaluate the powerhouse performances from Jacob Elordi, Josh Brolin, and Margaret Qualley.   In this episode, we discuss: The Backlash: Does The Dog Stars deserve its harsh reception? The Expectation vs. Reality: Did the trailers misrepresent Ridley Scott’s slow-burn survival story? The Adaptation: How well does the movie capture the spirit of Peter Heller's bestselling book? Character Dynamics: The striking contrast between Jacob Elordi’s hopeful Hig and Josh Brolin’s hardened Bangley. Read our full, in-depth written review on The Peoples Movies. Follow us on social media to join the discussion!

  4. Aug 16

    The End Of Oak Street, Tony, Sunny Dancer

    What do dinosaurs, Anthony Bourdain and a chemotherapy retreat have in common? They're all part of Episode 66 of The Chronicle Film Podcast! Welcome back, Chroniclers! This week we're taking on three very different films – blockbuster fantasy adventure, indie drama and an emotional coming-of-age story. First, Paul and Ibrahim head into the suburbs with David Robert Mitchell's The End of Oak Street, starring Anne Hathaway and Ewan McGregor. A seemingly ordinary American family discovers that their neighbourhood has become a battleground when dinosaurs suddenly appear. Is this the blockbuster we've been waiting for? Then Rosie joins us for Matt Johnson's Tony, a film inspired by the early life of legendary chef and travel writer Anthony Bourdain. Dominic Sessa plays the young Bourdain, with Leo Woodall, Emilia Jones and Antonio Banderas also starring. Finally, we discuss George Jacques' Sunny Dancer, starring Bella Ramsey, Ruby Stokes, Daniel Quinn-Toye, Neil Patrick Harris and James Norton. Following Ivy, a young cancer survivor attending a chemotherapy retreat, the film explores friendship, connection and finding joy during incredibly difficult circumstances. Does Sunny Dancer handle its sensitive subject matter with the care it deserves? Press play on Episode 66 and join Paul, Ibrahim and Rosie as we discuss three very different films hitting cinemas this week. 🎧 Listen now and let us know what you think! Don't forget to follow The Chronicle Film Podcast and share the episode with your fellow Chroniclers.

  5. Aug 2

    Spider-Man: Brand New Day

    Welcome back, fellow Chroniclers! Paul is joined by Rosie and first-time guest Danny to discuss one of Marvel's biggest releases of the year—Spider-Man: Brand New Day. Can Tom Holland's latest outing as Spider-Man breathe new life into the Marvel Cinematic Universe after a difficult few years, or is this another superhero adventure that fails to stick the landing? Set several years after Spider-Man: No Way Home, Peter Parker embraces life as a full-time superhero after the world forgets his identity. However, a dangerous new threat forces him into another battle where everything he loves is put at risk. We'll dive into the performances from Tom Holland, Zendaya, Jacob Batalon, Jon Bernthal, Mark Ruffalo, Florence Pugh, Sadie Sink and Tramell Tillman, while discussing the story, action, villains, Damage Control, and whether this is the MCU's return to form. If you enjoy film reviews, Marvel discussions, superhero movies and honest movie criticism, you've come to the right place. Subscribe, follow and never miss a new episode of The Chronicle Film Podcast. #SpiderMan #SpiderManBrandNewDay #Marvel #MCU #TomHolland #MoviePodcast #FilmPodcast #MovieReview #MarvelStudios #SuperheroMovies #TheChroniclePodcast

  6. Jul 24

    Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey

    By the will of Zeus, we're back! Rosie, Ibrahim and Lottie return for another episode of The Chronicle Podcast, this time discussing one of the biggest films of the year—Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey. With the film now a week into its theatrical run, it's the perfect time to step back from the opening weekend excitement and ask the big question: Does The Odyssey actually deserve all the hype? Based on Homer's legendary epic poem, the film follows King Odysseus (Matt Damon) as he fights his way across dangerous seas during his ten-year journey home following the Trojan War. Facing mythical creatures, gods, witches and impossible trials, Odysseus battles to return to his wife Penelope (Anne Hathaway), who must keep relentless suitors at bay while waiting for his return. Featuring an incredible ensemble cast including Matt Damon, Anne Hathaway, Tom Holland, Robert Pattinson, Jon Bernthal and Zendaya, Christopher Nolan delivers his most ambitious production yet. The team also debates whether audiences should experience the film in IMAX, with Nolan once again pushing the format to its limits by filming entirely with IMAX cameras. Listen now as we discuss: Our full spoiler discussion Christopher Nolan's direction Performances from the all-star cast IMAX vs standard screenings Favourite moments Does The Odyssey live up to expectations? Our final ratings Subscribe to The Chronicle Podcast for weekly film reviews, movie news, festival coverage and in-depth discussions from the world of cinema.

  7. Jul 13

    Evil Dead Burn & Moana

    "We found you!" The Chronicle Film Podcast is back with another packed episode featuring reviews of two of this week's biggest cinema releases. In Episode 63, Paul and Nick discuss Evil Dead Burn, the latest instalment in Sam Raimi's legendary horror franchise. Directed by Sébastien Vaniček, the film follows Alice (Souheila Yacoub), who travels to stay with her late husband's family after his funeral, only to discover a terrifying evil lurking beneath the surface. The conversation then turns to Disney's live-action Moana, starring Dwayne Johnson as the returning demigod Maui. Does this new adaptation bring enough fresh ideas to justify revisiting one of Disney's most beloved modern classics, or is it another remake that struggles to recapture the original's magic? Expect honest opinions, spoiler-free reviews, plenty of laughs, and our verdict on whether these films deserve your time and money. If you enjoy movie reviews, horror films, Disney movies, cinema discussions and keeping up with the latest releases, subscribe to The Chronicle Film Podcast for weekly film reviews and movie conversations.

  8. Jul 5

    The Invite - Early Oscar Contender?

    Podcast time! Grab your popcorn and join The Chronicle Film Podcast for Episode 62. This week, your hosts Paul and Rosie are reviewing the highly anticipated new comedy-drama, The Invite.   Directed by Olivia Wilde, the film stars Wilde alongside Seth Rogen as Angela and Joe—a couple whose marriage is skating on thin ice. When Angela invites their eccentric upstairs neighbours (played by Penélope Cruz and Edward Norton) over for dinner, the evening takes a turn into shockingly unexpected places. Could this chaotic dinner party be the spark that saves their relationship, or is it too late?   The Invite was a major crowd-favourite at the Sundance Film Festival, and we are breaking down everything that makes it special. Don't worry—this is a spoiler-light review, because the less you know about this film, the better! Tune in to hear our thoughts on the performances, the sharp comedy, and our early predictions for the upcoming award season.   If you love movies, you’re in the right place. Welcome to The Chronicle!   ❤️ Support The Chronicle The Chronicle and The People’s  Movies are fully independent. If you enjoy our content, please consider supporting us: Buy Me A Coffee PayPal Patreon 🎧 Listen & Subscribe Find us on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube | Podbean 👉 Don’t forget to like, share, and leave a review to help others discover us on the above sites!

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    2024 - 2026
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