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Cine-Critique

Shane Adam Bassett

An insightful film and entertainment review podcast featuring guest interviews, with your host Shane A. Bassett.

tv & film entertainment news

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26:05

Albert Mwangi PRIMITIVE WAR Vulture Squad star talks...

Cine-Critique ·

2025/08/29

Terrific actor Albert Mwangi in conversation on being part of Primitive War, an independent Australian action sci-fi film gaining attention globally directed by Luke Sparke who brings together Vietnam War drama with dinosaur adventure. Also a part of hit series, BUMP and Aussie road-trip drama, WITH OR WITHOUT YOU, Albert reflects on career so far coming from Nigeria with a passion for the arts. PRIMITIVE WAR also starring Jeremy Piven, Tricia Helfer, Ryan Kwanten, Ana Thu Nguyen....

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19:39

PRIMITIVE WAR actor Jeremy Piven at Sydney premiere...

Cine-Critique ·

2025/08/25

Hollywood star, charismatic Jeremy Piven in Sydney discussing Primitive War, the Australian made relentless war action dinosaur survival adventure soaring to immediate high praise, by fans and critics alike. Our chat also has mention of his roles in, Heat (1995) PCU (1994) Just Write (1997) and The Performance (2023) PRIMITIVE WAR > also starring Tricia Helfer, Ryan Kwanten, Ana Thu Nguyen, Albert Mwangi, Nick Wechsler, Carlos Sanson jr. Directed by Luke Sparke

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30:04

Derek Steiner UNIT 234 writer in conversation on the...

Cine-Critique ·

2025/08/22

Terrific indie thriller Unit 234, writer Derek Steiner is only scratching the surface in Hollywood, enjoy our conversation on achievements so far, particularly brilliant UNIT 234 _ starring Don Johnson, Isabelle Fuhrman, Jack Huston. Directed by Andy Tennant - Eagle Entertainment Australia rent/buy digital platforms / DVD

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32:15

ALICE COOPER in conversation Revenge of Alice Cooper,...

Cine-Critique ·

2025/08/20

Rock & Roll hall of fame legend Alice Cooper discussed with me getting his original band back together for The Revenge of Alice Cooper, acting in Wayne's World, Nightmare on Elm St part 6 Freddy's Dead in 3D, playing the piano in Sextette and more. Enjoy our conversation down the line while he was on tour in the US, I even reminded him of a soundtrack song he had forgotten about, one of my favourites. https://alicecooper.com/ THE REVENGE OF ALICE COOPER album now available in ...

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32:00

RED SONJA (2025) M.J. Bassett director discussing the...

Cine-Critique ·

2025/08/18

Years in the making, Red Sonja is back with Matilda Lutz as the conquering hero and interesting productive director, MJ Bassett lovingly at the helm. Enjoy my conversation with MJ on all aspects behind the scenes and previous films including Rogue (2020) Endangered Species (2021) which in turn are linked to RED SONJA Limited global cinema release 2025 before digital VOD rent / buy - starring Matilda Lutz, Wallis Day, Danica Davis, Eliza Matengu, Robert Sheehan. It's a 6/10 from me.

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19:49

Ella Hooper KILLING HEIDI cool creative Australian...

Cine-Critique ·

2025/08/18

On the scene since an early teen, Ella Hooper of Killing Heidi is all style, attitude, a true rock and roll innovator, also a regular contributor on radio. I admire her range. Wild Turkey Music 101 is happening as we discuss an Australian music initiative through upcoming gigs with emerging local artists and a range of classic songs on the playlist at various pub venues. wildturkeymusic.com.au killingheidiofficial.com REFLECTOR their debut album released was in 2000 This is a Cine-Criti...

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41:58

Wendy James TRANSVISION VAMP talks up Australian tour...

Cine-Critique ·

2025/08/18

In conversation with vivacious, trailblazer Wendy James of Transvision Vamp, a British rock, glam, slight jazz influenced, energetic live band heading down under on tour headlining Australia wide, early 2026 (Feb) I had a blast talking with Wendy not only about what to expect on stage but hearing stories regarding her love of flight, Elvis Costello, Michael Hutchence and more. Enjoy! TRANSVISION VAMP tickets on sale destryalllines.com Pop Art - 1988 > Velveteen - 1989 - > Little Magnets...

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16:25

ALIEN EARTH Sydney Chandler (Wendy) Babou Ceesay...

Cine-Critique ·

2025/08/13

Stars of stunningly epic series Alien Earth; Sydney Chandler, Babou Ceesay join me in a light, funny, informative discussion on being part of the sci-fi legacy set before Ridley Scott original Alien (1979). I really enjoyed talking with this cool duo. *Spoiler free. ALIEN EARTH > creator Noah Hawley Disney+ in Australia (FX Hulu) streaming from August 2025 - also starring Essie Davis, Erana James (interview with Essie + Erana also on Cine-Critique) Diem Camille, Timothy O...

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45:15

FRANKIE FREAKO Steve Kostanski - fx creature creator...

Cine-Critique ·

2025/08/10

Multitalented Steve Kostanski in conversation on creature feature comedy horror Frankie Freako, a movie that has been a hit with horror afficionados, it's funny, creative, purposely gross. Genre expert puppet creator Steve also directed Psycho Gorman + 'superior' The Void. FRANKIE FREAKO starring Kristy Wordsworth, Conor Sweeney, Brandi Boulet, Adam Brooks, Meredith Sweeney; written, directed, edited, produced by Steve Kostanski *Rent/buy digital platforms globally

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15:35

David W. Zucker ALIEN EARTH producer / president...

Cine-Critique ·

2025/08/10

ALIEN EARTH series producer, long time Ridley Scott collaborator David W. Zucker discusses the long journey for this highly anticipated FX production on Disney+ in Australia. An incredibly interesting conversation, all too brief but informative stories behind the scenes. ALIEN LEGACY Season one 8x episodes. Starring Sydney Chandler, Babou Ceesay, Erana James, Essie Davis, Timothy Olyphant Shane A. Bassett @Movie_Analyst

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13:02

ALIEN EARTH cast Essie Davis & Erana James discuss...

Cine-Critique ·

2025/08/10

Actor duo, Australian Essie Davis (The Babadook) New Zealander Erana James (The Wilds) in conversation on ALIEN EARTH set two years before events of Alien (1979). Hear relatively spoiler-free behind-the-scenes stories of the detailed production and more fun facts regarding this highly anticipated FX series on DISNEY+ Australia and streaming around the world continuing the iconic Alien Legacy. ALIEN EARTH created by Noah Hawley (Fargo - Legion) also starring Timothy Olyphant,...

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24:01

DACRE MONTGOMERY Stranger Things, Australian actor in...

Cine-Critique ·

2025/08/07

As Billy in Stranger Things, Dacre Montgomery was swept into the pop culture stratosphere, a solid Aussie actor showing off dramatic poise in film festival favourite, Went Up A Hill, seriously good in a high emotional role as he did in underseen Christmas chiller, Better Watch Out (2016). We discuss co-star Vicky Krieps, the amazing New Zealand location, thoughts on independent film, what his process to acting is and so much more; including auditioning for Elvis (2022) > WENT U...

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15:15

BIANCA CHATFIELD Australian Athlete champion talks...

Cine-Critique ·

2025/08/01

Super cool, talented on the court, equally as supreme in sports media Bianca Chatfield in conversation on Netball Grand Final clash Vixens vs Fever Sat Aug 2nd 2025 and opinions on the game evolving to possible inclusion in OLYMPIC GAMES (sport edition of cine-critique) Melbourne Vixens vs West Coast Fever in Australia Live on Kayo Freebies, Fox Sports Netball, Binge 18.30 (6.30pm) Saturday August 2nd 2025 or delayed on demand

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43:07

MITZI PEIRONE Saint Clare director co-writer in depth...

Cine-Critique ·

2025/07/21

Outstanding human, dynamic auteur, Mitzi Peirone in conversation on remarkably captivating indie mystery chiller SAINT CLARE, a film that creates discussion. Go behind the scenes on the making of the film and personal career stories of the triumphantly emerging filmmaker. SAINT CLARE on digital platforms Starring Bella Thorne, Rebecca De Mornay, Ryan Phillipe, Erica Dasher, Frank Whaley

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9:40

STAR TREK STRANGE NEW WORLDS cast interview

Cine-Critique ·

2025/07/19

Celia Rose Gooding, Babs Olusanmokun, Melissa Navia talk being part of Star Trek series Strange New Worlds (prequel to original 1966 show) This wonderful talented trio discuss evolving characters, set design and more, enjoy our brief, entertaining conversation. STAR TREK STRANGE NEW WORLDS Paramount+ now streaming globally - cast also includes, Anson Mount, Australian Jess Bush, Rebecca Romjin, Ethan Peck, Christina Chong

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30:00

Queenslander WALLY LEWIS immortal rugby league legend...

Cine-Critique ·

2025/07/09

On game day State-of Origin-3 (2025) the great Wally Lewis emperor of Lang Park recalls running out for the Maroons vs the Blues, game 1. (1980) The first historic encounter of state-vs-state Queensland-vs-New South Wales Also we discuss his view on rugby league, past - present - future.

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29:41

JESSICA STANLEY Ancestry Road; Australian actor...

Cine-Critique ·

2025/07/03

Ancestry Road is an emotional drama of family love and history, one of the great cast Jessica Stanley, in conversation on the making of this Australian indie, filming in Tasmania and her career so far, a lovely, talented person to get to know, enjoy! ANCESTRY ROAD on demand rent / buy digital platforms Also starring Jodie Wolfe, Charlotte Gray, Seb Muirhead, John Xintavelonis writted, directed by Glenn Triggs

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20:49

Sean Cronin actor director BOGIEVILLE talks trailer...

Cine-Critique ·

2025/07/01

Acclaimed British filmmaker, actor, one time Bond 007 henchman, Sean Cronin has a enlightening, informative conversation on the making of indie vampire opus Bogieville. A creative horror, with emotional ties and unexpected outcomes. BOGIEVILLE - also starring Arifin Putra, Eloise Lovell Anderson, Sarah Alexandra Marks, Sarina Taylor, Jonathan Hansler, Poppy Jae Hughes. rent / buy digital platforms UK - check other territories Sean also recommends DRAINED - another vampire odys...

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35:30

Rena Owen NZ actor, MOANA, STAR WARS, ONCE WERE...

Cine-Critique ·

2025/06/20

Beautiful, versatile, prominent Rena Owen; New Zealand actor, a lifetime of great roles; Star Wars, Once Were Warriors, The Orville and one of my favourites Rapa Nui, in conversation with me ahead of appearing at SUPANOVA Pop Culture Convention. We even discuss The Crow Wicked Prayer. Enjoy our discussion. SUPANOVA SYDNEY June 2025

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30:40

TIA CARRERE iconic actor, vocalist Lilo & Stitch,...

Cine-Critique ·

2025/06/17

Lovely Tia Carrera, Grammy winner, one of Hawaii's finest talent, talks with me on an array of insights in a career spanning decades, we focus on Wayne's World, the retro favourite she'll present live with a Q&A in Melbourne (Astor Theatre) Sydney (Hayden Orpheum) >> https://dandelts.com.au/tia-carrere/ and appearing SUPANOVA Pop Culture convention Sydney June 2025 https://www.supanova.com.au/guests/tia-carrere/ Besides Wayne's World 1&2 our detailed conversation includes ...

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