The Curzon Film Podcast

Curzon Cinemas•www.curzonblog.com

TV & Film

Interviews and discussion about the latest high quality and independent film releases from Curzon Cinemas in the UK

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Episodes

Episode 16 - Florence Foster Jenkins

In the latest episode of the Curzon Film Podcast, regular host Sam Howlett returns after a brief absence to discuss Florence Foster Jenkins with co-host Jenna Hobbs. Directed by Stephen Frears - Philomena, The Queen, The Program - the film follows the story of the world's worst singer and how she went on to sell out Carnegie Hall. An inspirational, feel good film that doesn't shy away from investigating this true story's relationships with naivety, talent and wealth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.c...

May 05, 2016•33 min

Episode 14 - The Jungle Book

This week's episode of The Curzon Film Podcast finds our team delving deep in to the undergrowth of Jon Favreau's latest adaptation of Kipling's classic 'The Jungle Book'. A fantastical feat of technical achievement, but does the story match up to the incredible visuals, find out by listening. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 21, 2016•31 min

Episode 13: Midnight Special

Join Helen and Jenna as they find that Alton Meyer really is not like us in Jeff Nichols Midnight Special. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 12, 2016•34 min

Episode 12: Victoria

Our three hosts Sam Howlett, Helen Seymour and Jenna Hobbs discuss one-take wonder Victoria, and whether it is more than just a gimmick (spoiler: it is). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 06, 2016•33 min

Episode 11: The Witch

Sam Howlett and guest Jenna Hobbs examine Robert Eggers' horror The Witch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 31, 2016•36 min

Episode 10: High-Rise

The doors to the High Rise have opened, and they've let Curzon Podcast hosts Sam and Helen in to their realm of chaos. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 23, 2016•30 min

Episode 9: Anomalisa

A technical masterpiece that tugs at the heartstrings - this week our hosts talk about what they loved in Charlie Kaufman's Anomalisa.Produced and edited by Jake CunninghamTheme music from incomputech.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 22, 2016•32 min

Episode 8: Goodnight Mommy

Austrian horror Goodnight Mommy terrified and thrilled the hosts, despite the Grand Designs-worthy setting.Produced and edited by Jake CunninghamTheme music from incomputech.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 10, 2016•39 min

Episode 7: The Oscars

This week, Helen and Sam delve into the results of the 2016 Oscars. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 03, 2016•34 min

Episode 6: Grandma

Join regular host Helen Seymour and pod-newcomer Jenna Hobbs as they revisit one of 2015 stand out, feel good indie comedies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 25, 2016•32 min

Episode 5: The Survivalist

After spending the last few weeks looking at this years big Oscar contenders, Sam and Helen take a detour into the woods of a smaller independent film, The Survivalist. A bleak but fascinating alternative to awards season fodder. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 25, 2016•35 min

Episode 4: Trumbo

This week the hosts proclaim their love for Bryan Cranston, from Breaking Bad straight to Trumbo.Produced and edited by Jake CunninghamTheme music from incomputech.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 12, 2016•32 min

Episode 3: Spotlight

Spotlight was "incredible" for Sam Howlett and Helen Seymour at Curzon Canterbury. Produced and edited by Jake CunninghamTheme music from incomputech.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 04, 2016•42 min

Episode 2: The Big Short

This week, Curzon Canterbury's Sam Howlett and Helen Seymour have some reservations, but find lots to love about The Big Short by Adam McKay.Produced and edited by Jake CunninghamTheme music from incomputech.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 28, 2016•33 min

Episode 1: Room

In the first episode of the Curzon Film Podcast, Curzon Canterbury staff member Sam Howlett and spoken word artist and writer Helen Seymour discuss (and unanimously love)Room, directed by Lenny Abrahamson.Produced and edited by Jake CunninghamTheme music from incomputech.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 22, 2016•40 min

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