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The Last Video Store

The Betoota Advocate & Alexei

The Betoota Advocate presents a chat show about the films you love. Join the movie maestro Alexei Toliopoulos in ‘The Last Video Store’ - located in the outback town of Betoota. Its a special hub of culture and memories with every single movie ever made lining its infinite shelves. Alexei talks with a guest about their most cherished cinematic selections, before he sends them of with a bespoke film recommendation based on their taste. The rental combo is:1 x New Release2 x Weeklies1 x Staff

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All Episodes

43:56

The Best Documentaries, Australian Films, Directorial...

The Last Video Store ·

2025/01/12

With Kate Jinx (Melbourne International Film Festival programmer, film critic and co-host ofSEE ALSO podcast), Alexei talk through their favourite films in 2024 in the categories of Australian cinema, factual/documentary films, directorial debuts, honourable mentions and films that kinda came out in 2023 that felt too old for us to put on our lists this year. Follow ALEXEI TOLIOPOULOS on Letterboxd for all the rental combo lists. Here’s the list of every film we talk about on this episode.

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44:38

Confidence Man’s Sugar Bones loves THE SUBSTANCE,...

The Last Video Store ·

2024/11/27

The most excitingly outrageous act in electro-pop, Sugar Bones from Confidence Man stops by The Last Video Store to chat to Alexei about his favourite films and the cinematic influences on their new album 3AM (La La La). Follow ALEXEI TOLIOPOULOS on Letterboxd for all the rental combo lists. Here’s Sugar Bones’s picks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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50:54

HOUSE OF THE DRAGON’s Abubakar Salim loves THE DARK...

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2024/11/20

You know him for his tremendous performance as Alyn of Hull on HOUSE OF THE DRAGON, Abubakar Salim is a true renaissance man and multitalented creative. Starring in films like NAPOLEON, series like RAISED BY WOLVES and video games like ASSASSIN’S CREED: ORIGINS. He’s also the creative force and director of Tales of Kenzera: Zau, a metroidvania style adventure game with a focus on poignant emotional storytelling. It was beyond a pleasure to wander through the shelves of the store with Abu while he

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41:07

Paul Kelly loves THE SOUND OF MUSIC, BIG NIGHT and...

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2024/11/13

One of Australia’s most cherished singer/songwriters Paul Kelly steps into the Last Video Store to talk us through some of his favourite films/movies. Paul’s music does that exceedingly rare thing of transcending generations. Paul’s new album FEVER LONGING STILL is out right now. Follow ALEXEI TOLIOPOULOS on Letterboxd for all the rental combo lists. Here’s PK’s list of picks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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66:56

Jonathan Rhys Meyers loves ALIEN, AMERICAN FICTION...

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2024/11/06

The iconic star of video store favourites BEND IT LIKE BECKHAM, VELVET GOLDMINE, MATCH POINT, MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE III, I’LL SLEEP WHEN I’M DEAD, THE TUDORS and so much more joins Alexei in the Last Video Store. Jonathan Rhys Meyers might be the most passionate and exploratory film lover we’ve had through our doors. And I must admit, I was completely starstruck by him… a rare occurrence (this is Alexei writing this). One of my favourite episodes with some of the best films ever discussed on the show

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42:58

Meyne Wyatt & THE MOOGAI director Jon Bell love the...

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2024/10/30

The star and director of the brilliantly creepy homegrown horror picture THE MOOGAI wander into The Last Video Store. THE MOOGAI follows a young Aboriginal couple whose joy at bringing home their second baby quickly turns to dread, as the mother becomes convinced that a malevolent spirit is haunting her, intent on taking her child. It’s a great example of real-life fears and historical horrors woven through cinematic metaphor while still retaining that literal danger for our unlucky characters. THE

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58:08

HALLOWEEN BONUS: Demi Lardner loves SAW and a bunch...

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2024/10/27

Comedian, horror movie lover and all 'round freak Demi Lardner joins Alexei in the Last Video Store for this special All Hallow's Eve bonus episode to discuss three of her favourite spooky films. From the classic Saw to the less classic Blood Hook, Demi is a true twisted sister. Book tickets to see Alexei & Zachary Ruane (Aunty Donna) in their play REFUSED CLASSIFICATION in Melbourne Follow ALEXEI TOLIOPOULOS on Letterboxd for all the rental combo lists.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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52:36

Dylan River loves NO COUNTRY FOR OLD MEN, PARIS TEXAS...

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2024/10/23

With his new series, THOU SHALT NOT STEAL, Dylan River cements himself as one of the country’s most exciting voices in moving image. THOU SHALT NOT STEAL is a limited series that captures all the tones and textures a great road movie should, with all the vibrant spirit and humor of Tarantino or Coen Brothers crime cinema. Book tickets to see Alexei & Zachary Ruane (Aunty Donna) in their play REFUSED CLASSIFICATION in Melbourne Follow ALEXEI TOLIOPOULOS on Letterboxd for all the rental combo

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53:41

Charlie Clausen loves TALK TO ME, NEAR DARK and...

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2024/10/09

Just in time for the spooky season, we wander through the horror section with one of the true icons of Australian Podcasting, Charlie Clausen. Who also got his start working in a humble video store. With Wil Anderson, he’s hanging out in your ears with EVERYONE RELAX (TOFOP / 2 Guys 1 Cup) - and just kicking off a new season of paranormal phenomena exploration in THE UNEXPLAINED: EXPLAINED. Not to mention he’s acted in basically every major Australian series from McLeod's Daughters to Wolf Creek. It

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50:55

Cameron James returns STREETS OF FIRE (did he like it?)

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2024/10/06

RETURN CHUTE SPECIAL! Cameron James drops his staff pick back through the return chute and we find out his thoughts and reactions to STREET OF FIRE. SEE CAMERON JAMES tape his new half-hour comedy special in MELBOURNE @ Stupid Old Studios Book tickets to see Alexei & Zachary Ruane (Aunty Donna) in their play REFUSED CLASSIFICATION in Melbourne Follow ALEXEI TOLIOPOULOS on Letterboxd for all the rental combo lists.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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74:56

Polish Club’s Dave Novak loves GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS...

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2024/10/02

One of the most beautiful voices of Aus indie rock Dave Novak stops by ahead of POLISH CLUB’s national album tour. Go see them live in your town from next week! And their new album HEAVY WEIGHT HEART is a stunner! Book tickets to see Alexei & Zachary Ruane (Aunty Donna) in their play REFUSED CLASSIFICATION in Melbourne Follow ALEXEI TOLIOPOULOS on Letterboxd for all the rental combo lists. Here’s Novak’s list.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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47:12

Michelle Brasier loves FURIOUS 7, CRUEL INTENTIONS...

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2024/09/25

Multitalented comedic sensation Michelle Brasier (Aunty Donna Big Ol House of Fun, Koala Man, Thank God You’re Here) drops by The Last Video Store in Betoota to chat to Alexei Toliopoulos and select a stack of movies, and her picks do not disappoint. From the unexpected tenderness of FURIOUS 7 to the expected horniness of CRUEL INTENTIONS, Michelle is a true film lover. You can read or listen to her fantastic book 'My Brother's Ashes are in a Sandwich Bag' here. Follow ALEXEI TOLIOPOULOS on

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32:48

Keith Urban loves BMX BANDITS, KILLERS OF THE FLOWER...

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2024/09/18

As he travels through Betoota, the legendary country music superstar Keith Urban stops by the Last Video Store to chat to Alexei Toliopoulos about his favourite films. Truly, what a fricking treat to chat to Keith about Nicole Kidman’s breakout Aussie classic BMX BANDITS and get deep on the gentle hold of Robbie Robertson’s score for KILLERS OF THE FLOWER MOON. Keith’s new album HIGH is out this week! All-timer episode. Book tickets to see Alexei & Zachary Ruane (Aunty Donna) in their play

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57:27

The Weekly Planet’s Mr Sunday Movies & Nick Mason...

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2024/09/11

Pop culture podcast royalty, Nick "Maso" Mason and James "Mr. Sunday Movies" Clement of the Weekly Planet take an esteemed tour of THE LAST VIDEO STORE. A journey through cinema that is less a Caravan of Garbage and more like a Battle for Endorphins because this episode is a pleasurable experience for the brain. Follow ALEXEI TOLIOPOULOS on Letterboxd for all the rental combo lists. Here’s their combo on LB.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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39:02

The Green Knight director David Lowery loves THE...

The Last Video Store ·

2024/08/22

One of Alexei’s absolute favourite contemporary filmmakers David Lowery jumps into the Last Video Store to pick up a stack of his favourite films. David’s feature films include Sundance Grand Jury Prize winner Ain’t Them Bodies Saints, the live-action adaptation of Pete’s Dragon, A Ghost Story, The Old Man & the Gun starring Robert Redford and Sissy Spacek; and the Dev Patel–led fantasy epic The Green Knight. We talk about some of his first memories of films before even seeing them, the

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38:00

Danny from DUNE RATS loves DUNE, SCARFACE and THE CASTLE

The Last Video Store ·

2024/08/14

Danny Beus from the Aussie rock band Dune Rats finally goes on the record on whether the Muad'Dib (the rat from DUNE) inspired the name of his band (Dune Rats). Their hectic new album is out now IF IT SUCKS, TURN IT UP and they’re about to set out on a huge tour with DARTZ + PURPLE PINGERS. Pick up tickets to catch Alexei in conversation with DAVID LOWERY at MIFF here Follow ALEXEI TOLIOPOULOS on Letterboxd for all the rental combo lists. Here’s Danny’s combo on Letterboxd.See

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69:23

Elouise Eftos loves DROP DEAD GORGEOUS and ANATOMY OF...

The Last Video Store ·

2024/08/07

MULTI-TALENT ALERT! Comedian, actor and Greek Elouise Eftos stops by the Last Video Store to talk about one of her great passions (CINEMA). We go deep on inspiring comedic performances and representation on screen. Follow ALEXEI TOLIOPOULOS on Letterboxd for all the rental combo lists. Here’s Elouise’s list on letterboxd.Music & sounds by Rowan Dix Produced & Edited by Alex Jae and Xanon MurphyArt by Hollow Bones StudioSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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60:42

Taskmaster’s Sam Campbell on his favourite films

The Last Video Store ·

2024/07/24

Sam Campbell, Taskmaster star and once played the killer in a low-budget Christmas-themed slasher film Dive into the world of film with Award-winning comedian Sam Campbell. Alexei have probably seen hundreds of movies together. They talk surreal comedies, sexy sports, grounded coming-of-age cinema and the summer they spent making the slasher film RED CHRISTMAS with their friend Craig Anderson. Follow ALEXEI TOLIOPOULOS on Letterboxd for all the rental combo lists Here’s Sam's combo list on

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58:45

BIRDEATER directors Jack Clark & Jim Weir

The Last Video Store ·

2024/07/17

The filmmakers behind the hottest Australian indie directorial debut in years BIRDEATER jump into the Last Video Store to discuss their film and two other favourites with Alexei Toliopoulos. In cinemas now, BIRDEATER explores modern Australian masculinity when a bride-to-be is invited to her fiancé’s bachelor party, but when uncomfortable details of their relationship are exposed, the night takes a feral turn. Watch the episode on YOUTUBE Follow ALEXEI TOLIOPOULOS on Letterboxd for all the rental

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52:44

Jenny Tian, star of TASKMASTER AU and Former...

The Last Video Store ·

2024/07/10

Before she was killing it on the new season of Taskmaster Australia, Jenny Tian was already a comedic sensation on stage and online. Just before she jumps off to tour her stand-up comedy show at THE EDINBURGH FRINGE she hopped into the Last Video Store to talk about her favourite films and reminisce on her time at the top of her university’s film society. Follow ALEXEI TOLIOPOULOS on Letterboxd for all the rental combo lists. Jenny’s list on Letterboxd here. Music & sounds by Rowan Dix

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