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Filmotomy Podcast

Robin Writewww.filmotomy.com
Primary channel for the Filmotomy Podcast. Dissecting film, from the girt to the stars.

Episodes

Femme Filmmakers Festival 2021 - a chat with the PADDY Team

Robin Write is joined by the director of the short film PADDY, Roisín Kearney, as well as two of the stars of the films, Cian Hughes and Kiri Flaherty. The film plays as part of the 6th Femme Filmmakers Festival and can be seen with all the over coverage at filmotomy.com.

Aug 30, 202133 min

Filmotomy Podcast 103: We Say Goodbye to Jonathan Holmes AKA Mister Brown

There are not many words to introduce the latest podcast from Filmotomy. On 22nd November 2020 we all sadly lost Jonathan Holmes. There were so many ways we wanted to immortalise this genuine good guy, in the end Doug Jamieson and Robin Write had a conversation about him, looking back at the impact he had on so many different groups of people. Included here are soundbites from just a few of his many podcast appearances, and scroll down below to links to many others as well as some of his great w...

Dec 11, 202051 min

Filmotomy Podcast 102: Armita Keyani brings Welcome Home to FemmeFilmFest20

The second podcast of the 5th Femme Filmmakers Festival sees Robin Write host, and he is joined by festival jury member Ellen Cheshire. Our special guest is Armita Keyani, the writer and director of Welcome Home, which played in the Competition Selection of FemmeFilmFest20. Enjoy the chat, and please do subscribe via the usual channels.

Sep 08, 202032 min

Filmotomy Podcast 101: FemmeFilmFest20 with Caz Armstrong and Julia Bales

The first of two Filmotomy Podcasts during the 5th Femme Filmmakers Festivals sees host Robin Write joined by two of the events film directors. Caz Armstrong of The Clawford Trilogy and Julia Bales of Uproot are here to talk about their films and the quarantine impositions that may relate to them. Have a listen and please do leave us a comment or two. You can subscribe to the show in the usual way - SoundCloud, iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, Podbean.

Aug 29, 202044 min

Filmotomy Podcast 100: A Cinematic Celebration

* Stick on your best headphones * You are about to experience the ultimate cinema journey through a podcast. And this is Filmotomy's 100th episode. We finally made it. Robin Write hosts Julia from DisInsider and Doug from The Jam Report as well as a whole bunch of other cinema-lovers to share just a few of their favourite moments about going to the movies. Take your cola, your popcorn and sit comfortably. Full credits of all sound clips including those who participated to follow.

Aug 23, 20201 hr 2 min

Filmotomy Podcast 99: Wrapping Up LGBT Pride Month

Welcome back after three months away. With just one away from the big 100, and with days remaining of Pride Month 2020, the Filmotomy Podcast talks LGBT cinema. Robin Write is joined by the wisdom of his wing-man Doug and newcomer to the show Sarah as they discuss Filmotomy's top 50 LGBT films results as well as voicing support of their own personal favourites. There are a few gripes thrown in too. As always you can subscribe to the show via SoundCloud, iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify and Podbean.

Jun 28, 202047 min

Filmotomy Podcast 98: So This Is Home Cinema

After a rather long break away from the Filmotomy Podcast, we resurface amidst the Coronavirus outbreak. Robin Write is joined by Jonathan Holmes, Susanne Gottlieb and Doug Jamieson as we dwell on the home cinema experiences we have been forced into during this isolation period. The gang discuss how they are coping, what plans they have, as well as what they've seen - including Emma, The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo, and what's available on streaming services like Disney Plus and Netflix. Have a ...

Mar 28, 202040 min

Filmotomy Podcast 97: Here are the Filmmaker and Actress of the Decade

Following the announcement of the 2019 Pandora International Film Awards, the Filmotomy Podcast focuses on the honors for Filmmaker and Actress/Actor of the Decade. Robin Write is joined by Doug Jamieson, Shadan Larki, Kevin Lee and Caz Armstrong to swoon over the superb work of both Denis Villeneuve and Amy Adams. This is not to be missed. Have a listen to do please subscribe to the show via SoundCloud, iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify and Podbean. SOURCES Interview - Amy Adams on Big Eyes (2014). Fil...

Feb 02, 20201 hr 6 min

Filmotomy Podcast 96: Predicting the 92nd Oscars Nominations

With just hours away from the announcement of the 92nd Academy Awards nominations, the Filmotomy Podcast gathers some film hopefuls in an attempt to predict what might get in and what indeed might not. Split into two parts this week, Robin Write is first joined by Joel Melendez, Jonathan Holmes and Doug Jamieson to discuss the Oscars, before Robin is then joined by Susanne Gottlieb and Amy Smith - making her podcast debut. We put our heads together and try to make sense of the awards race as it ...

Jan 13, 20201 hr 27 min

Filmotomy Podcast 95: Let's Talk About Star Wars

With the imminent release of Episode IX of the 40 year old Star Wars saga, The Rise of Skywalker, we decide this is a perfect time to talk about the sci-fi legacy. Robin Write is joined by Jonathan Holmes, Katie Keener and Jeremy Robinson to share their thoughts on the best and worst of the Star Wars films so far. Have a listen, leave your comments and reviews, and don't forget you can subscribe to the Filmotomy Podcast through SoundCloud, iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, Podbean and TuneIn.

Dec 17, 201937 min

Filmotomy Podcast 94: How Afraid Are The Academy of Horror Movies?

With the awards season well underway, Podcast 94 takes a look at the Academy's reluctance to reward films from the horror film genre. With Us and Midsommar carrying two of the best performances of the year, Robin Write, Joel Melendez and Susanne Gottlieb explore the genre's form in Oscar history. Including whether The Silence of the Lambs is a horror film and why The Exorcist should have won Best Picture. Have a listen and subscribe to the show through SoundCloud, iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify and P...

Dec 04, 201932 min

Filmotomy Podcast 93: Are We Over the Green Book and Bohemian Rhapsody Oscars?

As the awards season builds momentum, podcast 93 delves into the hangover of last year's Oscars. In particular the wins for Green Book and Bohemian Rhapsody. Robin Write is joined by Joel Melendez and Doug Jamieson to recap the mishaps from Oscars 2018, as well as a quick look at what is ahead this season. As always please do subscribe, you have plenty of channels to choose from: SoundCloud, iTunes, Stitcher, Podbean, Spotify.

Nov 13, 201950 min

Filmotomy Podcast 92: A Look Ahead at the Golden Globes Musical or Comedy Categories

Filmotomy Podcast looks at the early landscape as far as what the Hollywood Foreign Press Association will deem worthy in their Musical or Comedy categories at the Golden Globes. Robin Write is joined by Susanne Gottlieb and Shadan Larki to look at the forecast of those films that supposedly make us laugh and want to dance. Of course it is not as black and white as that, and the gang look at the current crop of contenders in the Musical or Comedy categories. Don't forget to subscribe to the show...

Oct 20, 201927 min

Filmotomy Podcast 91: Isn't it a Little Early for an Oscars Podcast?

What a show this is! The first Oscars / awards season podcast at Filmotomy of this new season. Robin Write is the master of ceremonies, he is joined by strong contenders in the Oscar pundit race - Daniel Joyaux, Audrey Fox, Joel Melendez, Shadan Larki, and Doug Jamieson. The crowded venue is home to a vast discussion of what is already a mouth-watering race, with plenty of films, cast and crew to discuss. Have a listen and leave your thoughts on the prospects thus far. And subscribe to the show ...

Oct 08, 201958 min

Filmotomy Podcast 90: Live From the London Film Festival

As the London Film Festival land in the thick of it, Filmotomy's 90th podcast jumps into the event to see what's shaking. Stuck at home this year, Robin Write invites LFF veteran Paddy and first-timer Georgia to discuss the so fars and the what nexts. There's also a special segment with LFF attendee Elle Haywood. Have a listen, and subscribe via the usual channels: SoundCloud, iTunes, Stitcher, Podbean, Spotify.

Oct 06, 201929 min

Filmotomy Podcast 89: A spot of Golf with filmmaker Julia Bales

On the penultimate day of the Femme Filmmakers Festival, the Filmotomy Podcast goes on a round of Golf with the Julia Bales, the director of the short film, Golf! Robin Write is the host as the two discuss Bales' career so far and the status of being a woman filmmaker. Have a listen, watch Bales' films and subscribe on the usual channels - SoundCloud, iTunes, Stitcher, Podbean and Spotify. End song: "Dressed for Success" by Roxette

Sep 28, 201934 min

Filmotomy Podcast 88: With Special Guest, Coralie Fargeat, Director of Revenge

Filmotomy's third Podcast during the Femme Filmmakers Festival is a bloody special one. Pun intended. Robin Write is the lucky blighter joined not only by Susanne Gottlieb as co-host, but both in the presence of filmmaking greatness as Coralie Fargeat, the director of the slick thriller, Revenge, joins the show to give us the insights into her debut feature film. Enjoy the exclusive commentary, and subscribe via SoundCloud, iTunes, Stitcher, Podbean, and Spotify.

Sep 27, 201936 min

Filmotomy Podcast 87: Hyphen Short Film Director and Composer at FemmeFilmFest

As the Femme Filmmakers Festival hits Day Six, the Filmotomy Podcast showcases one of the short films in competition, Hyphen. Joining Robin Write is the film's writer and director, Maria Servellon, and the music composer of the film, Monica Lyrae. Discussion revolves around the conception, the making of, and the success of Hyphen. Have a listen and do please follow Filmotomy Podcast on the usual channels - SoundCloud, iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, Podbean.

Sep 25, 201936 min
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