Screen Brum – Brum Radio

The ScreenBrum team grew up in cinemas and learned everything they know about life from screens. But have they been misled? Each show takes a theme and we explore what the movies tell us about it, in the presence of great guests, experts, academics, doctors and professionals of all stripes. All this and our picks for the best TV and Movies, you will always be entertained and occasionally inspired. It can lead to arguments, but it is never boring.

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Screen Brum – Movie Posters

Guests Dark Matter Films Award-winning production company specialising in horror, sci-fi & dark fantasy; purchase our zombie film STILL from https://t.co/mAK5x1NYVI & like our FB page Dark Matter Films Dark Matter Films (@darkmatterfilms) | Twitter Jaws 19 🌊🎥 Jaws19 movie channel https://t.co/Hzb9n49umB We always follow back, if you’re nice. DMs open. Co-produced by @graydwoods and [...] The post Screen Brum – Movie Posters appeared first on Brum Radio.

Apr 28, 2018•1 hr 45 min•Ep. 9

Screen Brum – Dark Futures with Joel Blackledge

Screen Brum take a leap into the darkness, with our Dark Futures special. We discuss the movies that deal with dystopias, darkness and despair, but we do it with a twinkle in our eyes and the best music in our ears. With special guest, filmmaker Joel Blackledge, we look into our dingy crystal ball and [...] The post Screen Brum – Dark Futures with Joel Blackledge appeared first on Brum Radio.

Apr 16, 2018•1 hr 40 min•Ep. 8

Screen Brum – Water

ScreenBrum take a leap into the blue, and explore the stuff that the majority of our bodies are made of – water. With music, clips and some surprising facts, we dig into the way that water has been portrayed on screen, and choose our picks for films and TV that feature: Too Much Water Not [...] The post Screen Brum – Water appeared first on Brum Radio.

Mar 16, 2018•1 hr 43 min•Ep. 7

Screen Brum – Special Makeup Effects

Ever wondered how they make zombies look so terrifying? Did you know there is a job on movie sets for “contact lens technician”? We explore the magical world of special makeup effects with FX wizards Laura and Ben from the Father Phantom studio here in Birmingham. They reveal tricks of the trade, such as the [...] The post Screen Brum – Special Makeup Effects appeared first on Brum Radio.

Feb 09, 2018•1 hr 42 min•Ep. 6

Screen Brum – 2017 Review of the Year

ScreenBrum looks back at the year that was 2017, and we pick out our highlights – what were yours? The post Screen Brum – 2017 Review of the Year appeared first on Brum Radio.

Jan 15, 2018•1 hr 39 min•Ep. 5

Screen Brum – The year 2001

The Screen Brum show returns to the year 2001, exploring the TV and film that has stayed with us. We give our top 5s of the year, and disagree on whether or not it was a vintage year on screen. With all the usual chat, and the best music from films of the year, join [...] The post Screen Brum – The year 2001 appeared first on Brum Radio.

Nov 07, 2017•1 hr 36 min•Ep. 4

Screen Brum – The Brain

ScreenBrum explore the contents of our skulls, with a look at the BRAIN ON FILM. With special guest Dr. Alex Conner of Birmingham University we explore the little grey cells and how the movies show them. Is your brain heavier that Einstein’s? What is the brain blood barrier? What Adam Sandler film is the most [...] The post Screen Brum – The Brain appeared first on Brum Radio.

Oct 06, 2017•1 hr 41 min•Ep. 3

Screen Brum – Graham Humphreys Interview

Screen Brum interviewed Graham Humphreys, designer of many of the iconic VHS covers and posters of the horror genre. Parts of this interview were played in our VHS special (also available as a podcast), but here it is in its entirety. Interview conducted by Damien Hyde. The post Screen Brum – Graham Humphreys Interview appeared first on Brum Radio.

Sep 27, 2017•27 min•Ep. 2

Screen Brum – VHS

Screen Brum explore the origins of watching films at home, with a celebration of all things VHS. We talk about the horror boom, the technology itself and the ritual experience of browsing in your local video store. We are joined by Damien Hyde, VHS collector / geek / obsessive, and have an interview with Graham [...] The post Screen Brum – VHS appeared first on Brum Radio.

Sep 11, 2017•1 hr 38 min•Ep. 1

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