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Cult Connections

Cult Connections is the podcast that finds the links between all kinds of film, TV, books and more. From cult classics to major blockbusters we have everything covered. So if you want to hear about the evolution of the zombie film, the obvious and not so obvious screen versions of Spiderman or three films featuring the "other fellas" then this is the place for you. Join your host Ian (@ArbroathMackem) and a different guest every episode as we explore some Cult Connections!This podcast uses the

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49:46

Adventures in Time and Spain: Invasion of the Dinosaurs

Cult Connections ·

2024/07/30

Ian and Nathan travel to a deserted London to tackle conspiracy, traitors and feeble monsters. Invasion of the Dinosaurs (1974). Written by Malcolm Hulke. Directed by Paddy Russell. Starring Jon Peetwee. Elizabeth Sladen and Noel Johnson

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54:51

Star Wars: The Acolyte

Cult Connections ·

2024/07/21

The BLF return as Maria and Ian review the latest Star Wars tv series The Acolyte

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65:00

Lupin the 3rd vs. Cat's Eye

Cult Connections ·

2024/07/17

Ian is joined by Robbie Sherman for a special crossover episode as we both celebrate three years of our respective shows. Robbie introduces Ian to the world of manga/anime series Lupin the 3rd. We chat about the series in general and take an in depth look at one recent installment. Lupin the 3rd vs. Cat's Eye (2023). Directed by Hiroyuki Seshita, Kobun Shizuno and Keisuke Ide. Voices by Kan'ichi Kurita, Keiko Toda, Ako Otsuka and Miyuki SawashiroIan also guested on Robbie's show, Conversations with

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17:11

Film Afternoon: Typist Artist Pirate King (2023)

Cult Connections ·

2024/07/14

Ian reviews Carol Morley's Typist Artist Pirate King. A portriat of the British artist Audrey Amiss as she travels from London to Sunderland. A road trip through England touchig on creativity, mental health and relationships. Typist Artist Pirate King (2023). Written and Directed by Carol Morley. Starring Monica Dolan, Kelly Macdonald and Gina McKee

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46:50

Doctor Who (2024): Season One review part two.

Cult Connections ·

2024/06/26

Ian and Nathan return to review the final four episodes of the debut season for Ncuti Gatwa as the Doctor

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47:41

At 50: Let Sleeping Corpses Lie AKA The Living Dead...

Cult Connections ·

2024/06/18

To help celebrate turning fifty Ian asked Aaron Huggett from Zed1 podcast to review the cult zombie classic of 1974. Let Sleeping Corpses Lie (1974). Directed by Jorge Grau. Written by Sandro Continenza. Starring Christina Galdo, Ray Lovelock and Arthur KennedyZed1 is Farringdon, Englands number one zombie based audio drama podcast.

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42:20

Adventures In Time and Spain: The Happiness Patrol

Cult Connections ·

2024/06/13

Ian and Nathan are off to Terra Alpha to confront the Kandyman and hopefully dodge the advance of The Happiness PatrolThe Happiness Patrol (1988). Directed by Chris Clough. Written by Greame Curry. Starring Sylvester McCoy, Sophie Aldrfed, Sheila Hancock and Lesley Glanville

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67:48

Doctor Who (2024): Mid Season Review

Cult Connections ·

2024/05/28

Ian and Nathan settle down to review the first four episodes of the new series of Doctor Who. Written by Russell T Davies and Steven Moffatt. Starring Ncuti Gatwa and Millie Gibson.

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19:18

Death Watch (1980)

Cult Connections ·

2024/05/21

Ian was so taken by sci-fi drama Death Watch he had to get his thoughts out in this special mini review. Death Watch (1980). Directed by Bertrand Tavernier. From the novel by David Compton. Starring Romy Schneider, Harvey Keitel, Harry Dean Stanton, Max von Sydow and William Russel.

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10:22

Movie Nite #4: Rebel Moon Part Two: The Scargiver

Cult Connections ·

2024/04/26

Ian watches Rebel Moon so hopefully you dont have to!Rebel Moon Part Two: The Scargiver (2024). Directed by Zack Synder. Written by Zack Snyder, Kurt Johnstad and Shay Hatten. Starring Sofia Boutella, Djimon Hounsou and Ed Skrein

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79:25

A Taste Of Tushingham

Cult Connections ·

2024/04/21

Rita Tushingham burst onto the film scene with her debut role in A Taste Of Honey and established herself as an iconic face of the British New Wave. Ian is joined by film historian Melanie Williams to review three of her early roles. A Taste Of Honey (1961). Directed by Tony Richardson. Written by Shelagh Delaney. Starring Rita Tushingham, Dora Bryan, Robert Stephens, Murray Melvin and Paul Danquah. Girl With Green Eyes (1964). Directed by Desmond Davis. Written by Edna O'Brien. Starring Rita

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51:01

The Bad Batch Season 3: Episodes 9,10&11

Cult Connections ·

2024/04/16

Is this the darkest Star Wars has ever gone? Ian and Punk continue their review of The Bad Batch.

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76:25

Kommissar X

Cult Connections ·

2024/04/10

The Kommissar X series was a distinctly 60s blend of action, travel, outlandish plots, lovely ladies and suave but tough heroes. I'm joined by Holger Haase to discuss it's pulp fiction origins and three of the films. Kiss Kiss, Kill Kill aka Kommissar X - Jagd auf Unbekannt (1966). Directed by Gianfranco Parolini. Starring Tony Kendall, Brad Harris and Maria PerschyDeath Trip aka Kommissar X - Drei grune Hunde (1967). Directed by Rudolf Zehetgruber. Starring Tony Kendall, Brad Harris, Olga

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50:01

Adventures In Time and Spain: The Invisible Enemy

Cult Connections ·

2024/04/05

It's the debut of the iconic robot companion K9 but does his first story do justice to this lovable character. The Invisible Enemy (1977). Directed by Derrick Goodwin. Written by Bob Baker and Dave Martin. Starring Tom Baker, Louise Jamieson, Michael Sheard, Frederick Jaeger and John Leeson as K9

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63:37

The Reel Diana Dors

Cult Connections ·

2024/03/31

Diana Dors was a unique figure in British film as her blend of glamour, personality and acting talent woved both the tabloids and cinemagoing public alike. Ian is joined by Dors biographer Anna Cale to discuss her life, legacy and, of course, three of her best films. Tread Softly Stranger (1958). Directed by Gordon Parry. Written by George Minter and Denis O'Dell from the play by Jack Popplewell. Starring Diana Dors, George Baker and Terence MorganValue for Money (1955). Directed by Ken Annakin

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46:53

The Wonderful World of Winner: Parting Shots

Cult Connections ·

2024/03/25

In the first of a new occasional series Ian is joined by Mark Plant to celebrate the iconic British filmaker Michael Winner. This episode we cover his cinematic swansong Parting Shots. But is it a Winner Winner Chicken Dinner or a Dogs BreakfastParting Shots (1998). Directed by Michael Winner. Written by Winner and Nick Mead. Starring Chris Rea, Felicity Kendall, Diana Rigg, Bob Hoskins, Ben Kingsley, Oliver Reed

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65:16

The Bad Batch: S3 eps 6,7&8 and The Acolyte Trailer

Cult Connections ·

2024/03/21

Punk and Ian shake off their hangovers to review the mid season finale of The Bad Batch and give their thoughts on The Acolyte trailer.

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45:56

Adventures in Time and Spain: Earthshock

Cult Connections ·

2024/03/18

Ian and Nathan encounter the Cybermen in this classic Fifth Doctor story. Earthshock (1982). Directed by Peter Grimwade. Written by Eric Saward. Produced by John Nathan Turner. Starring Peter Davison, Matthew Waterhouse, Janet Feilding, Sarah Sutton and Beryl Reid.

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93:47

Don't Stop The Music with Justin Lewis

Cult Connections ·

2024/03/12

Ian is joined by author Justin Lewis to take a journey through a year of pop music. From Johnny Cash to So Solid Crew, Lulu to Rappers Delight its a diverse and whirlwind ride through the past 70 years.With entries for every day of the year, ranging from mini-essays to pithy and engaging sentences, Don’t Stop the Music is a novel musical companion – a way of charting your year through the major events and tiny incidents in the lives and careers of pop stars and recording artists.Whether it be when

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48:38

The Bad Batch Season 3: Episodes 4&5

Cult Connections ·

2024/03/06

Ian and Punk return to review episodes four and five of Star Wars: The Bad Batch - A Different Approach and The Return.

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