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The Popcorn Bucket Podcast

Hello and welcome to The Popcorn Bucket Podcast with Ben and Rob. Each week we will talk about at a film series (Franchise Fatigue?), film news (Pick ‘N Mix), or each put a standalone film on a given topic against each other (One Shot).

tv & film film reviews

All Episodes

01:02:38

One Shot: Non-Traditional Christmas Films

The Popcorn Bucket Podcast ·

2021/12/17

Hello and welcome to a (sort of) festive One Shot episode of The Popcorn Bucket Podcast. This week there is nary a jingly bell in earshot, as we take a look at (sort of) Christmas films that aren’t Christmas films. Ben talks film financing and makes a threat with a pen and Rob talks missing key scenes in the cinema. Please rate and share the episode wherever you can, and follow us on instagram @popcornbucketpod, on twitter @popcornbucketpd, on Goodpods @popcornbucket, and on www.popcornbucket.com

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01:41:32

Franchise Fatigue?: Die Hard

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2021/12/08

Hello and welcome to this frenetically festive Franchise Fatigue? episode of The Popcorn Bucket Podcast! This week Ben and Rob don their filthiest vests and language (well, Ben does) and take on the Die Hard series. Join them as they attempt to bury the Christmas movie discussion once and for all, fall out over which is the best of the not-very-good sequels and frantically scramble to figure out that darned water jug bomb puzzle. Yippee-Ki-Yay! With thanks as always to Laurence Owen of

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00:59:16

One Shot: Musicals

The Popcorn Bucket Podcast ·

2021/12/01

Hello and welcome to this toe-tappin' One Shot episode of The Popcorn Bucket Podcast! In their final pod of the definitely well-thought-out Show-vember, tireless warriors Rob and Ben prepare to do battle over who has picked the best musical and attempt to bludgeon the other into submission. Their epic fight takes them from the glitz and glamour of the big city to the remote mountains and everywhere in-between. With the vaguely cop-out "Film Wins!" resolution swept from the table, the gloves are off

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01:16:31

Franchise Fatigue? Mary Poppins

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2021/11/23

Hello and welcome to this practically perfect* Franchise Fatigue? episode of The Popcorn Bucket Podcast! This week Ben and Rob are taking on the Mary Poppins films. Wanted: Listeners for two adorable podcast hosts. If you want to be our listeners, To endure Ben's rantings and Rob's meek whispers, Download or stream whereever you pod, and hear the thoughts of two daft sods. *Your mileage may vary With thanks as always to Laurence Owen of longcatmedia.com for the theme music. Please follow us on

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00:47:42

One Shot: Hans Zimmer

The Popcorn Bucket Podcast ·

2021/11/16

Hello and welcome to this particularly orchestral One Shot episode of The Popcorn Bucket Podcast! This week, and indeed, month, we're continuing with our musical Show-vember theme. This episode, Ben and Rob battle over who has picked the best Hans Zimmer soundtrack. Will Ben stop at nothing to entertain the audience? Did Rob really think he could slip in his usual references to Amélie, Parks and Rec AND Doctor Who without Ben noticing, even if it's only in the episode description? Will PodDog make

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01:03:11

Franchise Fatigue? High School Musical

The Popcorn Bucket Podcast ·

2021/11/09

Hello and welcome to this very special Franchise Fatigue? episode of The Popcorn Bucket Podcast! This week, the boys are back to tackle the High School Musical franchise. As the Random Popcorn Maker of Film Topics seems to be stuck on all things musical, we figured we'd roll with it and adopt the theme for the entire month. Good people of Podland, welcome to Show-vember! In this episode Ben and Rob discuss their personal high school experiences, the secrets (and possibly bodies) the parents are

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00:56:08

One Shot: MGM Classics

The Popcorn Bucket Podcast ·

2021/11/03

Hello and welcome to this particularly musical One Shot episode of The Popcorn Bucket Podcast! This week, The Random Popcorn Maker is apparently too bone idle to come up with its own ideas, so a listener request of MGM classics has been chosen! As with all One Shot episodes, it's Ben vs Rob as they battle their mystery picks in the hope that each nerd can sway the opinion of the other. This week, a change of tactics is evident in both competitors. Rob switches up the jelly animal he talks about and

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01:29:18

Franchise Fatigue? 28 Days/Weeks Later

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2021/10/26

Hello and welcome to The Popcorn Bucket Podcast! In this week's spooktacular Franchise Fatigue? episode, we cast our bloodshot eyes over 28 Days Later and 28 Weeks Later. FEEL your heart race as Rob gets nostalgic for vending machines! SHUDDER as Ben lavishes an uncomfortable amount of praise on Brendan Gleeson! HYPERVENTILATE as the pair explore uncharted territory with a bonus bit of business at the end of the episode! Happy Hallowe'en everyone! With thanks as always to Laurence Owen of

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00:55:53

One Shot: Movies from 2010

The Popcorn Bucket Podcast ·

2021/10/19

Hello and welcome to this particularly scrappy One Shot episode of The Popcorn Bucket Podcast! This week, The Random Popcorn Maker has popped out the year 2010, so Ben and Rob put their best feet forward and arm themselves with two (hopefully) unique movies released in 2010 to battle against each other. In this episode, Ben hasn't done his homework (shock) and tries listening to his heart, Rob clicks and whistles about disgusting ways to eat prawns and the pair workshop band names. With thanks as

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01:15:25

Franchise Fatigue? James Bond (Daniel Craig) Part 002

The Popcorn Bucket Podcast ·

2021/10/16

Hello and welcome to The Popcorn Bucket Podcast! In Part 002 of our Daniel Craig James Bond Franchise Fatigue episode, we're talking all things No Time To Die. We delve deep in spoilers, so please be advised if you haven't seen it yet. THIS IS YOUR LAST AND FINAL SPOILER WARNING! In this double-oh bonus ep, Rob gets hung up on The Wrong Trousers, Ben barely takes a breath between points and both discuss the merits of Jelly Snakes. With thanks as always to Laurence Owen of longcatmedia.com for the

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01:42:42

Franchise Fatigue? James Bond (Daniel Craig) Part 001

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2021/10/12

Hello and welcome to The Popcorn Bucket Podcast! This week, we're tackling the James Bond franchise. As we value your time and ours, we're only focusing on Daniel Craig's tenure in the tuxedo this time around. In Part 001, we go through Casino Royale to Spectre, with new release No Time To Die getting a roomy bonus episode all to itself very soon. Fun Fact: Both Ben and Rob wore replica tight blue swimming trunks for this week's recording. Links: The Surprising Quality of Quantum of Solace Changing

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00:43:37

One Shot: Clint Eastwood

The Popcorn Bucket Podcast ·

2021/10/04

Hello and welcome to this particularly grizzled and gruff One Shot episode of The Popcorn Bucket Podcast! The Random Popcorn Vague Concept Device of Convenience is still on the fritz (apparently) so we're answering another listener call and endeavouring to find the Eastwoodiest film possible. Will Rob leave his comfort zone and step outside the box? Will Ben actually manage to win one this time? [Third tantalizing question template goes here] DON'T FORGET, BEN. IT ALWAYS LOOKS INCREDIBLY

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00:52:51

Pick 'n Mix: September 2021

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2021/09/27

Hello and welcome to the September 2021 Pick ‘n Mix episode of The Popcorn Bucket Podcast! This week we have a tête-à-tête about "trailerized" tracks, ramble about rocketeers and pontificate on the passing of the pithy put-down. If that isn't enough (and it absolutely should be, you insatiable beasts) we cover some of this month's new trailers and general movie happenings into the bargain. The Unherd article we discuss can be found here With thanks to Laurence Owen of longcatmedia.com for the theme

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00:55:19

One Shot: Magic

The Popcorn Bucket Podcast ·

2021/09/20

Hello and welcome to this magical One Shot episode of The Popcorn Bucket Podcast, in which we cast a spell and peer through the crystal ball to look at films concerning Magic. With thanks as always to Laurence Owen of longcatmedia.com for the theme music. Please follow us on Instagram @popcornbucketpod, or on Twitter @popcornbucketpd.

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01:20:59

Franchise Fatigue? The Matrix

The Popcorn Bucket Podcast ·

2021/09/14

Hello and welcome, this week we unplug, take a red or blue pill (or both), look out for duplicated cats, and dive into The Matrix. With thanks as always to Laurence Owen of longcatmedia.com for the theme music. Please follow us on Instagram @popcornbucketpod, or on Twitter @popcornbucketpd.

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01:24:04

Franchise Fatigue? Jumanji

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2021/09/06

Welcome, to a podcast for those who seek to find a way to leave their world behind. This week we look at the Jumanji franchise. A game is played, time travel is discussed, and an attempt to define the rules is made. With thanks as always to Laurence Owen of longcatmedia.com for the theme music. Please follow us on Instagram @popcornbucketpod, or on Twitter @popcornbucketpd.

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00:54:10

Pick ‘n Mix: August 2021

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2021/08/30

Hello and welcome to the August 2021 Pick ‘n Mix episode of The Popcorn Bucket Podcast. This week we discuss the prospect of a Community movie, a few upcoming tv shows based on films, and trailers for Cry Macho, The King’s Man, The Eternals. At some point Rob might let Ben mention the new Spider-Man trailer. With thanks to Laurence Owen of longcatmedia.com for the theme music. Please follow us on Instagram @popcornbucketpod, or on Twitter @popcornbucketpd.

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00:36:28

One Shot: Films From 1990

The Popcorn Bucket Podcast ·

2021/08/24

Hello and welcome to this retro episode of The Popcorn Bucket Podcast, in which we go back over 30 years to 1990, and each choose a (non franchise) film. We talk about unanswered questions in film, fandoms, and film tie in magazines. You can find us on Instagram @popcornbucketpod, on Twitter @popcornbucketpd, or via email podcast@popcornbucket.com, and please subscribe and share the episode if you like it. With thanks as always to Laurence Owen of longcatmedia.com for the theme music

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00:37:23

One Shot: Sandra Bullock

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2021/08/16

Hello and welcome to another ‘One Shot’ episode of The Popcorn Bucket Podcast. This week we are each looking at a non-franchise film starring the one and only Sandra Bullock. With thanks to Laurence Owen of longcatmedia.com for the theme music. Please follow us on Instagram @popcornbucketpod, or on Twitter @popcornbucketpd.

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01:05:56

One Shot: Danny Boyle

The Popcorn Bucket Podcast ·

2021/08/09

Hello and welcome to another ‘One Shot’ episode of The Popcorn Bucket Podcast. This week the Random Popcorn Maker of Film has popped out the director Danny Boyle, as we choose one of his non-franchise films. Rob over explains his film, and then over apologises, and Ben gets vaguely emotional. With thanks to Laurence Owen of longcatmedia.com for the theme music. Please follow us on Instagram @popcornbucketpod, or on Twitter @popcornbucketpd.

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