A heavy critique on Star Wars: Episode IX - The Rise of Skywalker, Kushal and Karan talk through why they weren't fans of the final episode in the saga and what they did enjoy. CAUTION: If You haven't seen it already, there will be major spoilers in this episode. We've also launched a weekly episodic series, the Movieville Update where we provide periodic news bits and suggestions on what to watch across the streaming platforms, released every Sunday on IGTV. Movieville Instagram Movieville Twit...
Mar 28, 2020•45 min•Season 2Ep. 9
Kushal and Karan return in 2020 to discuss one of the last two decades' most important topics; Friends - the TV show. They discuss how it's aged over time and why some of the 'jokes' can now be seen as offensive or problematic. Conversely, they also discuss the show's merits, and what positive impacts it has had on society today. Movieville on Twitter Movieville on Instagram References: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/32671095-the-one-with-all-the-writing-advice https://screenrant.com/things...
Jan 19, 2020•1 hr 2 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Karan and Kushal return for their first across-the-world recording, with Karan now residing in Canada and Kushal from his new home area of Belgium. We break down Netflix film, See You Yesterday, in which two teenage science prodigies spend every spare minute working on their latest homemade invention: backpacks that enable time travel. When one of their older brothers is killed, they put their unfinished project to the test to save him. We look at the motivations of the characters, what the film...
Aug 16, 2019•1 hr 11 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Discovering where the foundation of Star Wars came from as well as looking at some of the new Star Wars news to come from Star Wars Celebration 2019, such as new Clone Wars footage, sneak peaks at Jon Favreau's The Mandalorian, and of course, the final film in the latest saga, The Rise of Skywalker. References: The Boys: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i05Yy9EmcXw Star Trek: Discovery - Season 2: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5171438/episodes Thrawn: Alliances: https://starwars.fandom.com/wiki/Th...
May 20, 2019•58 min•Season 2Ep. 6
We were intrigued with the 2019 Oscars results so we needed to discuss. We talk about what some of the wins mean not just the film industry but also our society. Twitter: @Movievilleorg Instagram: @Movievilleorg References: Spider-Man: Far from Home Trailer - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OjgO_-Zk7bQ Trigger Warning With Killer Mike - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JW79j81iLDI Black Lightning: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6045840/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1 Tidelands: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt689897...
Mar 12, 2019•1 hr 23 min•Season 2Ep. 5
This final episode of 2018 contains Karan and Kushal's top film and tv picks of the year, a discussion around some of the poopfests this year, some honourable mentions and why streaming video platforms like Netflix are taking over the traditional cinema format. Twitter: @Movievilleorg Instagram: @Movievilleorg References: Kushal's Top 5 Films of the Year: The Hate U Give - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5580266/?ref_=nv_sr_1 Blackkklansman - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7349662/?ref_=nv_sr_1 Black...
Jan 06, 2019•1 hr 19 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Looking for some Anime to watch over the festive break? Probably. Maybe you're curious about what to watch if you haven't seen any Anime in a long, long time? Fear not, Karan and Kushal talk about some of the Anime available on Netflix and Amazon (correct as of December 2018). Reference: Full Metal Alchemist: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0421357/?ref_=nv_sr_3 Naruto: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0409591/?ref_=nv_sr_2 Elfen Lied: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0480489/?ref_=nv_sr_1 Attack on Titan:...
Dec 20, 2018•57 min•Season 2Ep. 3
In episode 61 of the podcast, Kushal and Karan talk about the recent and latest addition to the zeitgeist of today, The Hate U Give and the black female icons that are represented in this as well as Widows, Titans, and Dear White People. References: The Hate U Give: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5580266/?ref_=nv_sr_1 Widows: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4218572/?ref_=nv_sr_1 The Haunting of Hill House: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6763664/?ref_=nv_sr_1 One shot episode: https://www.imdb.com/title...
Nov 13, 2018•55 min•Season 2Ep. 2
in this episode of the Movieville podcast, Kushal and Karan talk about Blackkklansman, Venom, Predator, Clone Wars, and much more. References: Equalizer: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0455944/ End of Watch: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1855199/ Extinction: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3201640/?ref_=nm_flmg_act_7 Michelle Williams name confusion: https://edition.cnn.com/2018/10/04/entertainment/michelle-williams-destinys-child/index.html Blackkklansman: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7349662/?ref_=n...
Oct 31, 2018•1 hr 14 min•Season 2Ep. 1
In this episode, Kushal and Karan talk about the ever-present issue of movies based on video games. We'll discuss why exactly they don't work, films that have come close and how they can be changed. Tomb Raider: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1365519/?ref_=nv_sr_1 Rampage: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2231461/?ref_=nv_sr_1 Star Wars: Force Unleashed: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1024923/?ref_=nv_sr_1 Resident Evil: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0190703/?ref_=fn_al_tt_2 Dead Space: https://www.imdb....
Sep 10, 2018•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 30
This episode, Kushal and Karan discuss James Gunn's departure from the Guardians of The Galaxy series, the problem with The Incredibles 2, Jurassic Worls: Fallen Kingdom, Queer Eye, Preacher, and much more. Cloak and Dagger: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5614844/ Preacher: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5016504/?ref_=nv_sr_1 Goliath: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4687880/?ref_=nv_sr_1 James Gunn: https://www.polygon.com/2018/7/20/17595096/guardians-of-the-galaxy-3-james-gunn-disney-marvel Ambien: ht...
Jul 30, 2018•51 min•Season 1Ep. 29
This episode, Kushal and Karan discuss some of the deeper points around Westworld, why Altered Carbon being renewed is good for the world and a rather hefty chunk of conversation around Solo, the new addition to the Star Wars universe. References: Guardian's Westworld piece: https://www.theguardian.com/film/2016/dec/10/westworld-jonathan-nolan-hbo-robots Roseanne racist tweet: http://www.digitalspy.com/tv/ustv/feature/a859050/roseanne-barr-2018-new-series-racist-tweet/ Roseanne cancellation: htt...
Jul 17, 2018•55 min•Season 1Ep. 28
This episode, Karan and Kushal talk about the eagerly-awaited instalment to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Avengers: Infinity War. We'll talk a bit about the characters and how they've been developed over time and so much more, goddammit. References: Batman: Bad Blood: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4870838/ Karan's article on Infinity War: http://www.movieville.org/2018/05/30/avengers-infinity-war-2018-the-culmination-of-10-years-of-character-development/ Shadow King: https://www.inverse.com/arti...
Jun 21, 2018•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 27
This month, Kushal and Karan talk about some of the important issues clouding society today as well as film stuff, obviously. We also discuss recent releases like Pacific Rim: Uprising, Ready Player One, Tomb Raider, A Quiet Place and shows like Black Lightning and Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. References: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4073790/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1 - The Darkest Minds https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4154756/?ref_=nv_sr_2 - Avengers: Infinity War https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1825683/?ref_=fn_al_...
May 06, 2018•48 min•Season 1Ep. 26
This episode, Karan and Kushal finally talk about Black Panther, the 90th Academy Awards, the Shape of Water, The Good Place, Altered Carbon and more. References: Fritz: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p01nbn85 Haber: http://www.duhaime.org/LawMag/LawArticle-1094/Fritz-Haber-War-Criminal.aspx, - https://vimeo.com/18728629 Syria Documentaries: - Cries from Syria: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6319654/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1 - The White Helmets: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6073176/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1 - Last...
Mar 19, 2018•1 hr 22 min•Season 1Ep. 25
Warning: Contains spoilers for Clone Wars Season 3, and The Cloverfield Paradox. And Coco. Kind of. This episode, Karan and Kushal talk about Coco, Black Lightning, Altered Carbon, a bunch of trailers and teasers that landed and also express their delight and excitement for the now released Black Panther. Resources: Venom: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1270797/?ref_=nv_sr_1 Solo: A Star Wars Story: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3778644/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1 Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom: https://www.i...
Feb 22, 2018•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 24
This month, Karan and Kushal discuss Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle, Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri, The Big Sick, Lady Bird and more. The Aziz Ansari case is also discussed and how it is surrounded by controversy after being coupled with the #TimesUp and #MeToo movements. Note I: "Jumanji" is a reference to "Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle" not "Jumanji Jumanji", the song by Jack Black (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fA9Ypn3jQw0) Note II: Kumail Nanjiani's tweets were sent before the...
Jan 23, 2018•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 23
This episode, we discuss Star Wars Episode VIII: The Last Jedi. [CAUTION: SPOILERS IN THIS EPISODE] If you haven't seen The Last Jedi yet and you don't particularly want to hear any spoilers, it's best you avoid this episode of the podcast. Otherwise, ENJOY! We hope you enjoy your festive breaks and have a safe and happy new year. Quick edit: We mention Justin Hartley playing Green Lantern/Oliver Queen on Smallville but we were obviously referring to him playing Green Arrow/Oliver Queen. Kushal'...
Dec 24, 2017•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 22
We've hit the big 5-0, folks! This episode, we talk Thor: Ragnarok, Star Wars, Lore, Murder on the Orient Express, Henry Cavill's moustache and of course, Justice League and how it fares against its other DCEU counterparts. As always, thanks for listening these last 50 episodes and trying to understand what Kushal and I discuss. References: http://www.mirror.co.uk/tech/unplug-your-kodi-box-now-11530883 - Kodi Boxes https://www.ted.com/speakers/jane_mcgonigal - Jane McGonigal http://www.imdb.com/...
Nov 28, 2017•1 hr 26 min•Season 1Ep. 21
In episode 49, we ease the tone a little and shoot the shit as we always do. We cover the Weinstein assaults and various others, coffee, alcohol, and what we've been up to lately. References: http://variety.com/2017/film/news/harry-knowles-takes-leave-from-aint-it-cool-news-amid-sexual-assault-accusations-1202574130/ - Harry Knowles sexual assault http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0974015/?ref_=ttfc_fc_tt - Justice League http://www.imdb.com/title/tt2527336/?ref_=nv_sr_3 - Star Wars: The Last Jedi htt...
Nov 15, 2017•1 hr 32 min•Season 1Ep. 20
And here's part two of two. We hope you enjoyed. As always, hit us up on @kushaljoshi or @movievillekazed on Twitter. References: http://collider.com/dear-white-people-justin-simien-interview/ - Impact of Trump’s America on Future Seasons of Dear White People on America https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prowler_(comics) - Prowler - Spider-Man https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Power_Rangers_(film)#Potential_sequels - Sequels of Power Rangers http://news.sky.com/story/us-cop-filmed-saying-we-only-kill-bla...
Oct 14, 2017•1 hr 39 min•Season 1Ep. 19
In this long-awaited two-part episode, Kushal and Karan discuss the ever-important topic of race in society and films as well as the history of biased movie themes. **Kushal misquotes an old statistic - The U.K. Is now 12% BAME, not 4%, as revealed by the Race and Diversity Audit 2017 that was released after this episode was recorded. This does not change the framing of the questions asked. For references, see part two's description.
Oct 14, 2017•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Folks, greatest apologies for the lateness of this episode. We should be back on track from here. This episode, Kushal and Karan talk about women in film. We recount some of the awesome female characters we've seen on the small and big screens as well as some of the not-so-good ones. Resources: Wonder Woman: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0451279/ Girlboss: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt5706996/?ref_=nv_sr_1 Dear White People: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt5707802/?ref_=nv_sr_1 Alien: http://www.imdb.c...
Jul 07, 2017•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 17
In this episode, Karan and Kushal discuss Sci-Fi as a genre, as well as films within the genre, including the recently-released Alien Covenant, how Alien changed the genre and the impact that it's had. A challenge is also issued that could potentially change the course of the way both Kushal and Karan think. The shock! Resources: Jinder Mahal WWE Champion: https://www.benzinga.com/news/17/05/9499985/outta-nowhere-jinder-mahal-becomes-first-indian-wwe-champion-smart-business-move Their Finest: ht...
May 27, 2017•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 16
This episode, we talk about the Ghost in the Shell, how it missed the mark with the original anime and what the new Hollywood flick carried over. Enjoy! Resources: Movieville's What to Watch on Netflix: http://www.movieville.org/2017/03/31/what-to-watch-on-netflix-1-iron-fist-robin-williams-final-film-burning-sands-and-more/ Legion: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt5114356/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1 Iron Fist: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt3322310/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1 Tony Robbins: I Am Not Your Guru: http://www.imd...
Apr 10, 2017•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 15
This episode, Karan and Kushal revisit the Academy Awards and see if their predictions were on point. We also discuss the Moonlight screwjob as well as the state of the society we're living in and how this screwjob relates to it. We're now on Instagram and YouTube, so check us out on instagram.com/movievilleorg and youtube.com. Resources: Partially Derivative: http://partiallyderivative.com/podcast/2016/09/27/s2e14-the-model-is-racist?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Fe...
Mar 12, 2017•1 hr 29 min•Season 1Ep. 14
In this episode, Karan finally breaks. We also discuss the ever-important topic of film in a post-Trump world. Resources: Infinity War Teaser: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3PyrgGTFp0E Power Rangers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5kIe6UZHSXw Alien Covenant: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H0VW6sg50Pk Han Solo: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt3778644/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1 Baywatch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nZ5tqzw841s Fate of the Furious: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=98lxTLloAWA Stranger Thi...
Feb 12, 2017•1 hr 28 min•Season 1Ep. 13
This month, we talk about the awards (Golden Globes, Oscars, BAFTAs) and what relevance/importance they have on ours and moviegoers' opinions. Resources: Golden Globe Judges: http://www.goldenglobes.com/sites/default/files/media/golden_globe_awards_eligibility_descriptions_2016_revisionsapproved_by_members_4-4-16_0.pdf Golden Globe Winners: http://www.goldenglobes.com/winners-nominees Academy Award Judges: https://www.quora.com/Who-are-the-Oscar-judges Academy Award Nominees (wasn't available at...
Jan 27, 2017•1 hr 17 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Title music has been taken from Rogue One opening. Please note: This podcast was recorded before the recent death of Carrie Fisher. In this final episode of the year, we got really, really excited about Rogue One, which released in early December. Kushal tells us about the true meaning of Rogue One and how it relates to the canon of Star Wars. Carrie, you will be greatly missed by us and fans alike. May the Force be with you. Resources: Ahsoka Novel: http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/Ahsoka_(novel)...
Dec 29, 2016•1 hr 28 min•Season 1Ep. 11
This episode, Karan and Kushal catch up and discuss what they've watched over the last month. It's also episode 40! The big 4-0. Yes. Next month's episode will be a year since we starting recording the new podcast and it'll be a special Rogue One edition. Stay tuned! References for this episode: Star Wars Battlefront - http://starwars.ea.com/starwars/battlefront Lords of the Sith - https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00RKX0R62/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1 Guardians of the Galaxy Vol...
Nov 29, 2016•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 10
