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Fade To Black

Amon Warmann, Hanna Flint, and Clarisse Loughrey

Fade To Black is a weekly film culture podcast co-hosted by film critics Hanna Flint (@hannaflint), Clarisse Loughrey (@clarisselou) and Amon Warmann (@amonwarmann). It takes a deep dive into the latest movie news, hot cinema takes and reviews the best new releases all in one place. It also gives listeners a chance to hear from some of the brightest stars of cinema through exclusive interviews with major talent. The podcast champions inclusivity by covering a broad spectrum of film and culture

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01:30:18

Episode 156: Challengers, Boy Kills World, Tomorrow's...

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2024/04/28

This week, Amon speaks to CHALLENGERS screenwriter Justin Kuritzkes (07:10) as we ace the movie (19:00), press play on action movie BOY KILLS WORLD (39:00), and dream of TOMORROW’S FREEDOM (53:00), with Georgia and Sophia Scott’s portrait of imprisoned Palestinian political leader Marwan Barghouthi. Plus, in our HOT TAKE (01:05:14), we fancast the MCU's X-Men. To buy Cinema For Gaza tees and totes in support Medical Aid For Palestinians, visit

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01:41:21

Episode 155: Rebel Moon: Part Two – The Scargiver,...

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2024/04/21

This week, Amon chats with writer-director Jeymes Samuel about his biblical epic THE BOOK OF CLARENCE (09:57). Then the team review the latest instalment of Zack Snyder's space opera REBEL MOON: PART TWO: THE SCARGIVER (34:54), check out Melissa Barrera's latest horror turn ABIGAIL (57:56) and pay a visit to Oregon for Daisy Ridley's indie endeavour SOMETIMES I THINK ABOUT DYING (01:11:54). Plus, in our HOT TAKE (01:30:38), we ask why has Sydney Sweeney become the centre of a culture war

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01:20:30

Fallout Spoiler Special, with Kyle MacLachlan, Walton...

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2024/04/15

Hi listeners! Season 1 of Fallout has hit Amazon Prime Video! And to mark the occasion, Clarisse Loughrey interviewed executive producers Jonathan Nolan and Todd Howard (07:11), plus stars Ella Purnell & Aaron Moten (17:06) and Kyle MacLachlan & Walton Goggins (26:47). Then Clarisse and Amon Warmann break down the show in spoilerific detail (36:23), talking mech suits, cults, and more.If you enjoy this deep dive into one of the best shows of the year so far, let us know if you'd like

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01:25:50

Episode 154: Back to Black, Civil War, The Teachers'...

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2024/04/14

This week, Amon chats to star Jack O’Connell (12:39) as we go BACK TO BLACK (27:14) with Sam Taylor-Johnson’s Amy Winehouse biopic. Meanwhile, we batten down the hatches for Alex Garland’s CIVIL WAR (42:24) and ring the bell for the Academy Nominated- THE TEACHERS' LOUNGE (1:02:12). Plus, in our HOT TAKE (1:13:15), what should celebrities do when their co-star is abused online? To participate in the Cinema For Gaza raffle and support Medical Aid For Palestinians, visit

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01:30:49

Episode 153: Monkey Man, The First Omen, Io Capitano

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2024/04/07

This week, we review Dev Patel's action-packed directorial debut MONKEY MAN (09:36), revisit a satanic masterpiece with prequel THE FIRST OMEN (34:11) and embark on a perilous mission, across sand and sea, in IO CAPITANO (53:23). Plus, in our HOT TAKE (01:08:40), we discuss The Matrix, Supergirl and the continued dominance of male filmmakers. To participate in the Cinema For Gaza auction and support Medical Aid For Palestinians, visit https://uk.givergy.com/cinemaforgaza If you would like to

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01:26:30

Episode 152: Drift, Mothers’ Instinct, Disco Boy,...

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2024/03/31

This week, Amon speaks to Cynthia Erivo about her lead role in the British indie drama DRIFT (10:47), and we review the film (23:45). We also talk about the psychological drama MOTHERS’ INSTINCT starring Anne Hathaway and Jessica Chastain (38:18), and DISCO BOY featuring Passages star Franz Rogowski (57:55).Plus, in our HOT TAKE (01:11:28), with recent layoffs of critics at LA Times, Uproxx, and Vanity Fair, we ask if criticism is in crisis. To participate in the Cinema For Gaza auction and

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01:43:04

Episode 151: Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, Road House,...

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2024/03/24

This week, Amon sits down with GHOSTBUSTERS: FROZEN EMPIRE director Gil Kenan (06:48) and we review the nostalgia-packed sequel (24:11), alongside another Eighties remake, ROAD HOUSE (41:56), and heartfelt animation ROBOT DREAMS (58:13). Amon also sat down with star Benedict Wong to dive into the mysteries of Netflix’s 3 BODY PROBLEM (1:11:52). Plus, in our HOT TAKE (1:28:11), we talk about boycotting screen stories because of the unscrupulous use of AI. If you would like to donate towards

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01:44:23

Episode 150: Drive-Away Dolls, Banel & Adama,...

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2024/03/17

This week, Amon interviews Ramata-Toulaye Sy about her feature debut, BANEL & ADAMA (07:01) while we review the film (26:04). We also take a look at Hirokazu Kore-eda's MONSTER (56:49) and go on a road trip with DRIVE-AWAY DOLLS (33:37). Plus, in our HOT TAKE (01:12:52), we talk the highs and lows of this year's Academy Awards.

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01:52:22

Episode 149: Origin, Frida, Damsel, with Ava DuVernay...

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2024/03/10

This week, Amon interviews the iconic Ava DuVernay about her latest dramatic interrogation of systemic oppression ORIGIN (11:48), and we review the film (31:26). We also discuss the documentary Frida about Mexican artist Frida Kahlo (49:05), and Millie Bobby Brown's latest Netflix strong female character instalment DAMSEL (01:00:40). Amon also chats to Hollywood icon Giancarlo Esposito about his latest TV venture: The Gentlemen (01:28:03).Plus, in our HOT TAKE (01:41:10), we deconstruct Zack

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02:01:00

Episode 148: Dune: Part Two, Four Daughters, Lisa...

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2024/03/03

This week, Hanna speaks to Tunisian director Kaouther Ben Hania about reality and fiction in FOUR DAUGHTERS (04:06). We also review the film (22:52), PLUS – we saddle up our space worms and head out to tackle Denis Villeneuve’s DUNE: PART TWO (53:06) and comedy-horror LISA FRANKENSTEIN (37:49). Plus, in our HOT TAKE (01:23:23), we complete the Missionaria Protectiva and chat DUNE: PART TWO spoilers. If you would like to donate towards humanitarian aid in Gaza please visit

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01:15:00

Episode 147: Wicked Little Letters, Perfect Days, Memory

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2024/02/25

This week, we review the British comedy WICKED LITTLE LETTERS (09:31), Wim Wenders' PERFECT DAYS (26:47), and MEMORY starring Jessica Chastain and Peter Sarsgard (44:04).Plus, in our HOT TAKE (58:42), we talk about political statements and solidarity during Award season. If you would like to donate towards humanitarian aid in Gaza please visit https://www.map.org.uk/https://www.safebowgazanaid.com/take-action-now Join the conversation or suggest a Hot Take for the gang to discuss tweet us at

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01:35:20

Episode 146: Madame Web, The Taste of Things, Bob...

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2024/02/18

This week, Amon speaks to S.J. Clarkson about MADAME WEB (16:36) and we review the film (31:28), along with THE TASTE OF THINGS (46:36), and BOB MARLEY: ONE LOVE (01:00:54). Plus, in our HOT TAKE (01:20:35), we talk about family-approved biopics vs. non-family-approved biopics. If you would like to donate towards humanitarian aid in Gaza please visit https://www.map.org.uk/ Join the conversation or suggest a Hot Take for the gang to discuss tweet us at @FadeToBlackPod Follow us: @amonwarmann,

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01:28:40

Episode 145: The Iron Claw, Occupied City, Your Fat...

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2024/02/11

This week, Amon speaks to Sterling K. Brown (1:00:02) about American Fiction plus we review Sean Durkin’s tragedy-laced wrestling drama THE IRON CLAW (6:07), Steve McQueen’s portrait of his adoptive home Amsterdam, OCCUPIED CITY (28:04), and Jeanie Finlay’s celebration of writer and activist Aubrey Gordon, YOUR FAT FRIEND (44:15). Plus, in our HOT TAKE (1:17:13), with the Oscars adding a brand new casting category for its 2026 ceremony, we make a few category suggestions of our own. If you would

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01:55:25

Episode 144: American Fiction, The Zone of Interest,...

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2024/02/04

This week, Amon sits down to chat AMERICAN FICTION with Oscar nominee Jeffrey Wright (11:44), while we review Cord Jefferson’s literary satire (32:51), Jonathan Glazer’s THE ZONE OF INTEREST (47:37). Hanna also chats to the King of the Kingsmanverse, Matthew Vaughn (01:18:35), and we review his meta-spy comedy ARGYLLE (01:32:11). Plus, in our HOT TAKE (01:40:52), we chat Milly Alcock’s casting as Supergirl and whether actors should come before directors. If you would like to donate towards

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02:00:20

Episode 143: All of Us Strangers, The Colour Purple,...

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2024/01/28

This week, Hanna speaks to Andrew Haigh about ALL OF US STRANGERS (10:41) and Clarisse chats with Danielle Brooks & Corey Hawkins (1:03:47) about The COLOUR PURPLE. We review the ghostly familial drama (29.57) along with the movie musical (1:30:00) plus the meditative journey of Samsara (50:06). And, in our HOT TAKE (1:49:00), we take a look at those Oscars nominations. If you would like to donate towards humanitarian aid in Gaza please visit

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01:28:18

Episode 142: The Holdovers, Mean Girls, The End We...

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2024/01/21

This week, Amon speaks to (future Oscar winner?) Da'Vine Joy Randolph about her role in Alexander Payne’s seasonal tragi-comedy, THE HOLDOVERS (10:19), while we review the film (27:39); plus, we chat MEAN GIRLS (45:31), the movie musical, and the Jodie Comer-starring, apocalyptic drama THE END WE START FROM (1:02:10). And, in our HOT TAKE (1:16:57), we take a look at those Bafta nominations. If you would like to donate towards humanitarian aid in Gaza please visit

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02:26:01

Episode 141: The Boys in the Boat, Poor Things, The...

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2024/01/14

We’re back! And in our first, jam-packed episode of 2024, Hanna speaks to Joel Edgerton about THE BOYS IN THE BOAT (12:04), we review the film (30:29), and then Hanna chats with producer Grant Heslov (44:44). Plus, we talk Yorgos Lanthimos’ POOR THINGS (01:01:49) and feminist doc THE DISAPPEARANCE OF SHERE HITE (01:24:53), before Hanna sits down with Sydney Freeland, head of the directing team on Marvel’s ECHO (01:42:17). And in our HOT TAKE (01:59:47), we’ll be diving into a full, spoilerific

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02:14:02

Episode 140: Rebel Moon - Part One, Maestro, The Boy...

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2023/12/16

This week, it’s our bumper Christmas episode! Amon speaks to Lee Child about bringing his hero back to the small screen for REACHER season two (5:49), and CHICKEN RUN: DAWN OF THE NUGGET director Sam Fell about the return of Aardman Animation’s pluckiest fowls (1:48:23). Meanwhile, we travel to a galaxy far, far away for Zack Snyder’s REBEL MOON – PART ONE: A CHILD OF FIRE (27:37), the concert hall for Bradley Cooper’s MAESTRO (57:22), and the shores of Japan for Hayao Miyazaki’s THE BOY AND THE

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01:33:47

Episode 139: Wonka, Leave the World Behind, Chicken...

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2023/12/10

This week, Clarisse sits down with some of the villains of WONKA, Mathew Baynton and Paterson Joseph (12:54), while we review the film (31:23); plus we LEAVE THE WORLD BEHIND (47:36) and fly the coop and tackle CHICKEN RUN: DAWN OF THE NUGGET (01:06:59). Plus, in our HOT TAKE (01:16:17), we chat fandoms vs critical assessment. If you would like to donate towards humanitarian aid in Gaza please visit

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01:43:23

Episode 138: Eileen, American Symphony, Candy Cane...

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2023/12/03

This week, Amon speaks to Adura Onashile about her feature debut GIRL (11:02). Then we fall under the seductions of William Oldroyd’s EILEEN (27:06), tune up for documentary AMERICAN SYMPHONY (40:22), and take a trip down CANDY CANE LANE (52:52), and Amon has a chat with Savanah Leaf about capturing a single mother’s journey in EARTH MAMA (01:10:40). Plus, in our HOT TAKE (01:24:59), we discuss Bob Iger’s recent comments and the wider state of art in a corporate world. If you would like to donate

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