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The Commentary Booth

The Commentary Booth is a weekly entertainment podcast where we watch, & you guessed it commentate on the week that was in movies & TV. Each week, Jamie & a rotating cast of colour commentators will review what they"ve been watching to help you find your next viewing treat.

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00:26:24

Eenie Meanie Review

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2025/08/26

Buckle up for a high-octane episode of The Commentary Booth.This week, host Jamie Apps is joined by colour commentator Corrina Mabey to peel out and review the new action-thriller Eenie Meanie, streaming now on Disney+ and Hulu.Starring Samara Weaving (not Margot Robbie!), the film follows Edie, a reformed teenage getaway driver dragged back into her unsavoury past to save her chronically unreliable ex-boyfriend. Think Baby Driver meets Bonnie and Clyde with a toxic twist.Jamie and Corrina break

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00:20:24

Kangaroo Island Interview & Review

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2025/08/19

In this gripping episode of The Commentary Booth,host Jamie Apps sits down with writer Sally Gifford and director Timothy David to unpack their emotionally charged film, Kangaroo Island. The story follows a washed-up Hollywood actress (Rebecca Breeds) who returns to her hometown, only to confront buried family secrets, a love triangle, and the painful decision of assisted death. Against the breathtaking yet brutal backdrop of Kangaroo Island, the film explores faith, betrayal, and the fragility of

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00:37:15

Scary Movie - 25th Anniversary

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2025/08/12

Step into the hilariously twisted world of horror parodies as The Commentary Boothreturns for another Frightening Flashback! This week, Jamie Apps teams up with Killer Cuts podcast hosts Astrid Pizarro and Bobby Munson to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the iconic horror comedy Scary Movie. Together, they dive into the film that redefined the parody genre, blending the best of late-90s slasher tropes with absurd, laugh-out-loud gags.From scream queens and ghost-faced killers to fart jokes, pop

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00:40:38

Alien: Earth

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2025/08/05

Join Jamie Apps and Corrina Mabey on The Commentary Booth this week as they deep-dive into Alien: Earth, the bold new sci-fi horror series from Fargo creator Noah Hawley.Set two years before Ridley Scott's 1979 classic, this prequel crashes a space vessel into Earth and unleashes the iconic Xenomorphs on our home planet for the first time. But what truly sets Alien: Earth apart isn’t just the horror; it’s the scope of the expanded lore, which provides a rich political backdrop, morally grey

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00:44:27

American Psycho - 25th Anniversary

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2025/07/29

In this darkly satirical and razor-sharp episode of The Commentary Booth, hosts Jamie Apps and Corrina Mabey return to their Frightening Flashback series with a deep dive into Mary Harron’s cult classic American Psycho, just in time for its 25th anniversary.Starring Christian Bale in one of his most iconic performances, American Psycho follows Patrick Bateman, a wealthy New York investment banker by day and a psychopathic killer by night, as he spirals into a world of narcissism, materialism, and

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00:39:04

How Happy Gilmore Inspired Eleaine Hope

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2025/07/22

This week on The Commentary Booth - Live Via Satellite, Jamie Apps welcomes pro wrestler Eleaine Hope for a hilarious and heartfelt conversation about how Happy Gilmore influenced her wrestling career. As we gear up for the release of Happy Gilmore 2, Eleaine reflects on discovering the original film at a young age, how it connected her with her late father, and how its quirky tone and lovable characters shaped her approach in the ring.From crafting a character that blends athletic toughness with

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00:43:49

JAB Unmasked: Wrestling’s Messiah Complex

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2025/07/15

In this compelling episode of The Commentary Booth - Live Via Satellite, host Jamie Apps is joined by one of the most thought-provoking and theatrical minds in Australian wrestling, JAB. From Superman’s messianic symbolism to the cult-like magnetism of Donald Trump, Russell Brand, and Jim Jones, JAB reveals how narcissism, megalomania, and religion shaped his wrestling character into a self-proclaimed "second coming of Christ."Highlights Breakdown:How Batman v Superman’s most overlooked scene became

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00:24:25

Lil Marz Takes On Hollywood

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2025/07/08

This week on The Commentary Booth - Live Via Satellite, host Jamie Apps is joined by Queensland-based wrestler and international sensation Lil Marz, fresh off an unforgettable excursion to the entertainment capital of the world, Hollywood! In this candid and energetic episode, Lil Marz reflects on her recent US adventure, including training in the heart of Los Angeles, navigating the glitz and chaos of Las Vegas during WrestleMania season, and how the trip reshaped her perspective on character work,

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00:46:00

F1: The Movie Review

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2025/07/01

Buckle up for a high-speed episode of The Commentary Booth as Jamie Apps and Blake Robinson dive into the adrenaline-fueled world of F1: The Movie, the new Apple and Warner Bros. co-produced sports drama directed by Joseph Kosinski (Top Gun: Maverick) and produced by F1 legend Lewis Hamilton. Starring Brad Pitt, Damson Idris, Kerry Condon, and Javier Bardem, this cinematic thrill ride blends the speed and spectacle of real-world Formula 1 racing with gripping sports drama.Jamie and Blake break down

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00:58:23

28 Years Later Review

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2025/06/24

In this episode of The Commentary Booth, hosts Jamie Apps and Corrina Mabey conclude (for now!) their Frightening Flashback series with a deep dive into 28 Years Later, the long-awaited sequel to the iconic 28 Days Later franchise.Set nearly three decades after the initial outbreak, the film follows a group of survivors on a fortified island as one member ventures to the mainland, uncovering mutated threats, new horrors, and cult-like survivors with disturbing influences.Highlights Breakdown:- First

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00:54:13

28 weeks Later Review

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2025/06/17

This week on The Commentary Booth, Jamie Apps and Corrina Mabey continue the Frightening Flashback series with a deep dive into 28 Weeks Later, the 2007 sequel to Danny Boyle’s cult horror hit 28 Days Later. With 28 Years Later just around the corner, it's the perfect time to revisit this underrated chapter in the rage virus saga.Set six months after the rage virus decimated Britain, the film follows the U.S. Army’s attempt to secure London for survivors, until all hell breaks loose. With a stacked

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00:50:11

28 Days Later Review

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2025/06/10

This week on The Commentary Booth, we kick off our run of Frightening Flashback episodes for Danny Boyle & Alex Garland’s 28 series, with a cult classic that redefined the zombie genre, the gritty apocalyptic thriller, 28 Days Later. With 28 Years Later hitting theatres soon, Jamie Apps and Corrina Mabey revisit the groundbreaking zombie horror film, where a rage virus turns London into a wasteland, and survivors battle infected monsters and human depravity.We dive deep into the impact and

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00:55:28

Jaws - 50th Anniversary

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2025/06/03

Dive into the deep with Jamie Apps and Corrina Mabey as The Commentary Booth, marks a terrifying milestone, the 50th anniversary of Jaws! In this special Frightening Flashback episode, your hosts revisit Steven Spielberg’s genre-defining 1975 masterpiece that turned moviegoers into beach-dodgers for decades.From the iconic “duunnn dunnn” score by John Williams to the unforgettable line “You’re gonna need a bigger boat,” Jamie and Corrina break down everything that made Jaws a box office sensation

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01:11:30

The Last Of Us - Convergence (S2E07)

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2025/05/27

This week on The Commentary Booth, hosts Jamie Apps and Corrina Mabey conclude their weekly breakdown of HBO’s The Last of Us Season 2 to dissect Episode 7: Convergence. As Ellie’s path of vengeance barrels toward its climactic conclusion, the episode fast-tracks major narrative beats, leaving our hosts to unpack what worked, what didn’t, and what’s to come.Listen in as we debate whether the finale stuck the landing, and analyse Abby’s shocking return in the final moments. Was the season too short

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00:51:35

The Last Of Us - The Price (S2E06)

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2025/05/20

In this emotionally charged episode of The Commentary Booth, hosts Jamie Apps and Corrina Mabey return to the haunting world of HBO’s The Last of Us Season 2 to dissect Episode 6: The Price. This episode is a heart-wrenching deep dive into the evolving and fractured relationship between Ellie and Joel, unfolding across five pivotal years in Jackson.As the episode navigates themes of love, betrayal, loss, and truth, Jamie and Corrina explore the emotional depth brought to life by Pedro Pascal and

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01:02:04

The Last Of Us - Feel Her Love (S2E05)

The Commentary Booth ·

2025/05/13

This week on The Commentary Booth, hosts Jamie Apps and Corrina Mabey continue their deep dive into HBO’s The Last of Us as they break down Season 2, Episode 5: Feel Her Love.As Ellie and Dina continue their hunt for Abby’s crew in Seattle, danger lurks at every turn. From terrifying new infected to the brutal Seraphites. The episode delivers heart-pounding action, emotional revelations, and a chilling discovery: the Cordyceps has evolved, becoming airborne.In what’s arguably the most intense

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00:56:21

The Last Of Us - Day One (S2E04)

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2025/05/06

On this week’s intense episode of The Commentary Booth, hosts Jamie Apps and Corrina Mabey continue our deep dive into HBO’s The Last of Us as we break down Season 2, Episode 4: Day One.Ellie & Dina step into the chaos of Seattle—and what starts as a hopeful journey quickly spirals into brutal violence, emotional trauma, and game-changing reveals.Jamie and Corrina break down the evolving relationship between Ellie and Dina, explore key story revelations, and reflect on the emotional weight

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00:46:47

The Last Of Us - The Path (S2E03)

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2025/04/29

This week on The Commentary Booth, hosts Jamie Apps and Corrina Mabey return to the post-apocalyptic world of The Last of Us with their breakdown of Season 2, Episode 3: The Path.Three months after Joel’s death, Ellie struggles with grief and survivor’s guilt, while Jackson rebuilds and new dangers loom on the horizon. Jamie and Corrina dive into Ellie and Dina’s evolving relationship, the tension within the Jackson council, and the eerie introduction of the Seraphites — a terrifying new

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00:45:12

The Last Of Us - Through The Valley (s2E02)

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2025/04/22

In this gripping new instalment of The Commentary Booth, hosts Jamie Apps and Corrina Mabey continue their deep-dive breakdown of HBO’s The Last of Us Season 2, tackling Episode 2: Through the Valley.As a chilling storm rolls over the mountains of Jackson Hole, the infected begin to swarm, and so do the emotions. This emotionally charged episode delivers a devastating blow to fans, changing the series forever. From Abby’s traumatic flashbacks and shocking vengeance to Ellie’s fractured heart and the

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00:48:38

The Last Of Us - Future Days (S2E01)

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2025/04/15

This week on The Commentary Booth, Jamie Apps and Corrina Mabey return to the brutal, beautiful world of The Last of Us as Season 2 of HBO’s critically acclaimed adaptation kicks off with Episode 1: “Future Days”.Five years have passed since the emotional finale of Season 1. Joel and Ellie now reside in Jackson, but find themselves in a fractured relationship. This episode sets the emotional stakes sky-high with a slow-burn reintroduction to beloved characters, stunning cinematography, and a

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