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PODCAST

The CineClub Podcast

University of Sunderland CineClub

A show celebrating the world of cinema, produced by student members of the CineClub at the University of Sunderland This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy

tv & film film reviews

All Episodes

39:07

“Cracking Podcast, Gromit!” Aardman at CineClub

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2026/04/24

This week Dion, Matthew, Rhys and Billy focus upon Nick Park’s Aardman films. The discussion begins with the quirky British charm of the Wallace and Gromit shorts and features from A Grand Day Out (1989) The Wrong Trousers (1993) A Close Shave (1995) The Curse of the Were-Rabbit (2005) A Matter of Loaf and Death (2008) and Vengeance Most Fowl (2024). The team remark upon the success of the spin-off from the Wallace and Gromit films– Shaun the Sheep (2015) and the critically acclaimed Chicken Run

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55:42

CineClub Spotlight: Supermarionation is go with...

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2026/04/17

This week Jake chats with film maker Andrew T Smith. Andrew was writer and editor of acclaimed documentary Filmed in Supermarionation (2014) about the work of Gerry and Sylvia Anderson. Andrew discusses the process of supermarionation film making and the broader work of Century 21 Film Productions such as Thunderbirds: The Anniversary Episodes (2015) and Nebula-75 (2020). His current work is focused upon preserving answer prints from the original supermarionation productions that have been hidden in

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49:27

Book Adaptations on The CineClub Podcast

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2026/04/03

This week the team of Elliott, Joseph, Samantha and Adam discuss film adaptations such as The Maze Runner (2014), The Hobbit (2012), Wuthering Heights (2026), Red, White and Royal Blue (2023), The Hunger Games (2012) and Dune (2021). There are strong opinions on some fan favourites and some witty one-liners from Joseph. Wuthering Heights attracts some high emotions from laughing inappropriately in the cinema to floods of tears. Ultimately, there are serious points about what makes a good

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01:02:14

CineClub Spotlight: Action Heroes and the State with...

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2026/03/20

This week the team of Billy, Jake and Matthew are joined by Dr Dan Ward. The episode starts with a general chat about action films such as the Rambo films, Big Trouble in Little China (1986) and Taken (2008).The discussion extends to the connections between the military and action films. Dr Dan explains the use of films as ‘soft power’ for governments. You’ll never watch an action film in the same way again….you’ll be shaken, not stirred.Our presenters are Billy, Jake, Matthew and Dr Dan Ward. The

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42:21

And the Oscar goes to …The CineClub Podcast

The CineClub Podcast ·

2026/03/13

It’s Oscar time this week at CineClub Podcast as the team discuss the contenders for the golden statuette – arguably the most recognised film trophy in the world. The two front runners, One Battle After Another (2025) and Sinners (2025) are not everyone’s favourite picks. And the chat between Dion, Elliott, Adam and Billy soon moves to ask questions about the fairness (or not) of the nominations process and some films which would have been worthy nominees. Our presenters are Dion, Elliott, Adam and

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43:19

The Return of Guilty Pleasure Films at CineClub

The CineClub Podcast ·

2026/03/06

Our presenters Matthew, Adam, Ben and Billy indulge in some guilty pleasures this week looking at some questionable but loved films such as Popeye (1980), The Man Who Fell to Earth (1976), The Lego Ninjago Movie (2027), North Sea Hijack (1980) and Venom (1981). A recurring theme in the discussion is also the behind the scenes guilty pleasures of the actors/directors during film production. Tune in to find out more…Our presenters are Matthew, Adam, Ben and Billy. The episode was engineered by Rhys

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38:40

"Judging books by their covers": CineClub on Film...

The CineClub Podcast ·

2026/02/27

This week it’s the good, the bad and the ugly of movie posters. The team of Connell, Elliott, Matthew and Jake have a blast discussing their favourites and fails of film promo posters.Our presenters are Connell, Elliott, Matthew and Jake. The episode was engineered and edited by Emily Main.Let us know what your favourite Film Poster and what would you like to see on the CineClub Podcast in the future by using the email below or sending a message on our Instagram.This episode was recorded and

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32:41

‘Based on a True Story…?’: Biopics at CineClub

The CineClub Podcast ·

2026/02/20

Biopics are a relatively new genre so the team of Matthew, Ben, Samanatha and Jake have some fun highlighting the key elements and emerging trends in this type. There’s a review of Air (2023), A Complete Unknown (2024), Rocket Man (2019) and Patton (1970). The team wonder about ‘truth’ claims in some of the films and whether the tendency to represent only a small section of a person’s life will continue in future biopics. Our presenters are Matthew, Ben, Samantha and Jake. The episode was engineered

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36:37

The Wizard of Oz on The CineClub Podcast

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2026/02/13

In this episode the team of Connell, Billy, Dion and Rhys turn their attention to the everlasting wonder of The Wizard of Oz (1939, Fleming) and it’s adaptations Wicked (2024, Chu), Wicked: For Good (2025, Chu), The Wiz (1978, Lumet) Return to Oz (1985, Murch) and the obscure After the Wizard (2011, Gross). The discussion focuses upon the timeless quality of the 1939 film from many perspectives such as the aesthetics of the sets and use of colour, to the universal message and the nostalgia it

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48:45

Digitising…Entering the Grid with Tron at CineClub

The CineClub Podcast ·

2026/02/06

In this episode, the team of Elliott, Billy, Dion and Jake discuss the Tron franchise focusing on Tron (1982, Lisberger), Tron: Legacy (2010, Kosinski) and Tron: Ares (2025, Rønning). The chat covers the aesthetics of the films and how innovative the first film was, but also the generally weak dialogue and the annoyingly long gaps between the films. Interestingly, the connections to other film, television and music productions seem to make the Tron franchise ‘cult’ films … ‘Have you guys ever seen

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50:30

Recorded in front of a live audience! The CineClub...

The CineClub Podcast ·

2026/01/30

This week the Podcast is recorded in front of a live audience as part of our International Film Festival where we screened Divines (2016), Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown (1988) and Chungking Express (1995).The team of Florence, Rhys and Jake take questions about the films from the audience and provide commentary on the cultural and historical contexts and overall style of each of the films – and even the use of British slang in the subtitles… Our presenters are Florence, Rhys and Jake

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39:30

Pure Gold: The CineClub 50th Special

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2026/01/23

It’s a milestone this week for The CineClub Podcast as we reach 50 episodes! To celebrate the Golden Anniversary, the team of Jake, Billy, Matthew and Bebe take a nostalgic review of the evolution of the podcast.It’s a joyous episode of quirky behind the scenes memories, a few film one-liners and some highs and lows along the way. It’s a love letter to CineClub itself…Our presenters are Jake, Billy, Matthew and Bebe. The episode was engineered and edited by Emily Main.Let us know your favourite

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35:39

The Predator Franchise on The CineClub Podcast

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2026/01/16

In this episode Billy, Rhys, Jake and Elliott engage in some rapid-fire banter about the Predator universe of films. Jake and Elliott confess to watching the Predator films before they were strictly old enough and this prompts some quite deep chat. The group rank some of the older films and spend time considering the crossover films and the lore of the universe overall. It’s clear there are some Predator super fans on the team! Our presenters are Billy, Rhys, Jake and Elliott . The episode was

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36:30

“I’ll have what she’s having”: CineClub and Rom-Coms

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2026/01/09

We’re back after the festive break and exploring the Rom-Com genre with old hands Matthew and Jake and newbies Amy and Samantha. The team pick out some favourites: Annie Hall (1977), When Harry Met Sally (1989) Notting Hill (1999) and the less well-known Swedish film Four More Years (2010). The discussion naturally focusses on love and laughs and the difficulties of making comedy work across cultural boundaries. Is there such a thing as ‘British cosy’? Perhaps Hugh Grant might know… Our presenters

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56:01

Merry Christmas from The CineClub Podcast

The CineClub Podcast ·

2025/12/19

This week we get to commemorate a very important birth… yes, it’s a year since the first CineClub Podcast!The team of Jake, Ben, Joseph and Adam talk favourite festive films from Home Alone (1990) and Home Alone 2 (1992), to Arthur Christmas (2011) and Klaus (2019). The chat covers some of the quirky characters, music and strange plots, and even whether Nightmare Before Christmas (1993) is a Christmas film at all… oh yes it is! Our presenters are Jake, Ben, Joseph and Adam. The episode was

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36:53

Podcast at the O.K. Corral: CineClub and Westerns

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2025/12/12

This week the team of Billy, Matthew and Rhys welcome new presenter, Ben.The discussion addresses the expectations of the western genre and highlights how genres can develop over time. The team discuss pre and post 1950’s westerns and how these films become increasingly action packed as they move from the ‘classic’ western to the parody westerns such as Blazing Saddles (1974) and Three Amigos (1987) to the ‘modern’ westerns such as Unforgiven (1992).Our presenters are Ben, Billy, Matthew and Rhys

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46:52

Knives Out: CineClub Goes Live

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2025/11/28

This week we break new CineClub ground with an episode which was recorded live at Diegos rather than in Studio 4. The team of Rhys, Dion, Billy and Connell discuss the Knives Out series and interact with a live audience. The chat begins by examining performances and storylines in Knives Out (2019) and Glass Onion (2022) and teases the forthcoming Wake Up Dead Man (2025).Our presenters are Rhys, Dion, Billy and Connell. The episode was engineered and edited by Emily Main.Let us know your favourite

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43:32

"To Infinity...and Beyond" CineClub talks Pixar

The CineClub Podcast ·

2025/11/21

This week we introduce two new presenters Adam and Joseph who join Elliott and Matthew to shine the desk lamp on to Pixar films. With a focus on the Pixar franchises of Monsters, Inc, and Incredibles, and then the Oscar winning Up (2009) and Cars 2 (2011), the discussion considers the darker and often scarier themes and scenes which seem to characterise Pixar films. Inevitably, the discussion starts to address some issues with the Disney brand and whether Pixar can regain it’s earlier status.Our

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42:00

‘A Slice of Fried Gold’ - CineClub on Edgar Wright

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2025/11/14

Aaaand we’re back and shining a spotlight on the talent of British filmmaker Edgar Wright. The team of Connell, Matthew, Jake and Billy take a filmic tour through Wright’s catalogue of film fabulosity from The Three Flavours Cornetto Trilogy to Scott Pilgrim vs the World (2010), Baby Driver (2017) and Last Night in Soho (2021). The team highlight some Wright signatures such as his stylistic nods to the work of George A Romero, the repeating big-name actors (some with random bit parts), fast paced

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54:17

A CineClub Halloween: Return of the Slashers

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2025/10/31

What better way to end the Halloween series of episodes than a gorefest of slasher films? The team of Matthew, Elliott, Billy and Jake start by dissecting the Evil Dead Trilogy then move on to cut through the big slasher franchises of Saw and Hellraiser. Finally, the discussion tears into the more modern slasher series of Terrifier films and the Blumhouse horrors with the team asking is there a slasher revival going on? Our presenters are Matthew, Elliott, Billy and Jake. The episode was engineered

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