The Oscars are upon us and Daniel, Shahbaz, & Anthony are here with their predictions for the 96th Academy Awards. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube , and TheMoviePodcast.ca SUPPORT THE MOVIE PODCAST ON PATREON! GET 50% FACTOR MEALS WITH CODE " MOVIEPOD50" (U.S. ONLY) Contact: hello@themoviepodcast.ca FOLLOW US Daniel on X , Instagram , Letterboxd Shahbaz on X , Instagram , and Letterboxd Anthony on X , Instagram , and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on...
Mar 06, 2024•1 hr 13 min
On this SPECIAL EDITION of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz reunite with Máiréad Tyers, Sofia Oxenham, Bilal Hasna, & Luke Rollason to talk all things EXTRAORDINARY Season 2. Following their discussion with the cast, Daniel and Shahbaz share their thoughts on the series. Written by Series Creator Emma Moran, and Directed by Toby MacDonald and Jennifer Sheridan, Season 2 picks up where season one spectacularly left off, following Jen on her powers journey as she enrols as a client at the...
Mar 05, 2024•46 min
On this SPECIAL EDITION of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Anthony are joined by Academy Award-winning Cinematographer Greig Fraser for a discussion on all things DUNE: PART TWO. Greig is an acclaimed Australian cinematographer known for his visually stunning work on films such as "Lion" (2016), "Rogue One: A Star Wars Story" (2016), and "Dune" (2021), for which he won the Academy Award for Best Cinematography. He reunites with Director Denis Villeneuve for Dune: Part Two which is now playing excl...
Mar 01, 2024•24 min
On this SPECIAL EDITION of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz are joined by the cast of CODE 8 PART II, including Robbie Amell, Stephen Amell, Alex Mallari Jr. and Sirena Gulamaus. The film is a sequel to the hit 2019 film and Directed by Jeff Chan. In a city where people with powers are policed and oppressed, an ex-criminal must turn to a drug lord he despises to protect a teen from a corrupt cop. Code 8: Part II is now streaming globally on Netflix. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now...
Feb 29, 2024•19 min
On this SPECIAL EDITION of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz are joined by the cast of THE COMPLETELY MADE-UP ADVENTURES OF DICK TURPIN, including Noel Fielding, Hugh Bonneville, Tamsin Greig, Ellie White, Marc Wootton, & Duayne Boachie. In the series, Dick Turpin (Noel Fielding) sets out on a journey of wildly absurd escapades when he’s made the reluctant leader of a band of outlaws — and tasked with outwitting corrupt lawman and self-appointed thief-taker Jonathan Wilde (Hugh Bonnevill...
Feb 28, 2024•23 min
Daniel, Shahbaz, and Anthony review SHŌGUN, an FX television series and original adaptation of James Clavell’s 1975 novel from creators Rachel Kondo and Justin Marks. Set in Japan in the year 1600 at the dawn of a century-defining civil war. Lord Yoshii Toranaga is fighting for his life as his enemies on the Council of Regents unite against him, when a mysterious European ship is found marooned in a nearby fishing village. The series stars Hiroyuki Sanada, Anna Sawai, Cosmo Jarvis, and an ensemb...
Feb 27, 2024•31 min
On this SPECIAL EDITION of The Movie Podcast, we welcome back Anna Sawai to delve into her new FX television series SHŌGUN. Following our discussion with Anna, we are also joined by Costume Designer Carlos Rosario, who shares insights into the intricate process of bringing the series to life through wardrobe. Set in Japan in the year 1600 at the dawn of a century-defining civil war, the series is an original adaptation of James Clavell’s 1975 novel from creators Rachel Kondo and Justin Marks. Sh...
Feb 26, 2024•28 min
On this SPECIAL EDITION of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz are joined by Aden Young and K.C. Collins of LAW AND ORDER TORONTO: CRIMINAL INTENT. The all-new, one-hour crime drama is an adaptation of the legendary Law and Order brand created by Dick Wolf. The series follows an elite squad of detectives who investigate high-profile crime and corruption in metro Toronto. Law and Order Toronto: Criminal Intent will showcase original Canadian stories written and produced by, and starring, Canadi...
Feb 23, 2024•21 min
Daniel, Shahbaz, & Anthony review Netflix's AVATAR: THE LAST AIRBENDER, a live-action reimagining of the award-winning and beloved Nickelodeon animated series. The series stars Gordon Cormier, Ian Ousley, Kiawentiio, Dallas Liu, Ken Leung, Elizabeth Yu with Paul Sun-Hyung Lee and Daniel Dae Kim. Following our review, Showrunner Albert Kim joins us for an exclusive discussion on the journey of adapting the series for a new generation. Avatar: The Last Airbender premieres globally Thursday, Fe...
Feb 22, 2024•41 min
GET 50% FACTOR MEALS WITH CODE " MOVIEPOD50" (U.S. ONLY) Daniel, Shahbaz, & Anthony review Denis Villeneuve's DUNE: PART TWO, the next chapter of Frank Herbert’s celebrated novel starring Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson, Josh Brolin, Dave Bautista, Stellan Skarsgård, Charlotte Rampling, and Javier Bardem reprising their roles from the first film, and Austin Butler, Florence Pugh, Christopher Walken, and Léa Seydoux joining the ensemble cast. In the film, Paul Atreides unites wit...
Feb 21, 2024•51 min
On this SPECIAL EDITION of The Movie Podcast, Daniel is joined by Noomi Rapace, Jonathan Banks, James D’Arcy, William Catlett, Director/Executive Producer Michelle Maclaren, and Creator/Writer/Executive Producer Peter Harness of Apple TV+ Original Series CONSTELLATION. The series is a new eight-part, conspiracy-based psychological thriller drama about an astronaut who returns to Earth after a disaster in space — only to discover that key pieces of their life seem to be missing. Constellation wil...
Feb 19, 2024•28 min
On this SPECIAL EDITION of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz are joined by Producer Lorenzo di Bonaventura of MADAME WEB, the latest entry in the Sony Spider-Man Universe (SSU) of films. Lorenzo has produced some of the biggest franchises in Hollywood history and is responsible for bringing the Harry Potter and Matrix franchises to the big screen. In 2002, Lorenzo started di Bonaventura Pictures and has produced over forty movies, which have collectively earned nearly eight billion dollars i...
Feb 15, 2024•24 min
On this SPECIAL EDITION of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz are joined by the legendary Ziggy Marley and Director Reinaldo Marcus Green of BOB MARLEY: ONE LOVE. Ziggy is an eight-time Grammy Award winner, Daytime Emmy Award recipient and the son of reggae icon Bob Marley and Rita Marley. He also is a Producer on the film Bob Marley: One Love. Reinaldo is a Director and Writer known for films such as King Richard and Monsters and Men. Bob Marley: One Love stars Kingsley Ben-Adir as the regga...
Feb 14, 2024•34 min
Daniel, Shahbaz, & Anthony review S. J. Clarkson's MADAME WEB, an origin story of one of Marvel most enigmatic heroines [LIGHT STORY DETAILS DISCUSSED]. Dakota Johnson stars as Cassandra Webb, a paramedic in Manhattan who develops the power to see the future… and realizes she can use that insight to change it. Forced to confront revelations about her past, she forges a relationship with three young women bound for powerful destinies...if they can all survive a deadly present. The film also s...
Feb 13, 2024•51 min
On this SUPER BOWL EDITION of The Movie Podcast, Daniel, Shahbaz, & Anthony discuss all the new movie trailers that debuted at Super Bowl LVIII including Deadpool & Wolverine, Twisters, A Quiet Place: Day One, Despicable Me 4, Wicked, Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes and many more. They also discuss the Apple Music Halftime Show featuring USHER, Super Bowl traditions, and reflect on their favourite Big Game Spots throughout history. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podca...
Feb 12, 2024•1 hr 19 min
Daniel, Shahbaz, & Anthony review Reinaldo Marcus Green's BOB MARLEY: ONE LOVE starring Kingsley Ben-Adir as the reggae icon. The film is a powerful story of overcoming adversity and celebrates the life and music of an icon who inspired generations through his message of love and unity. It also stars Lashana Lynch, James Norton, Tosin Cole, Umi Myers, Anthony Welsh, Michael Gandolfini, Nadine Marshall, Jesse Cilio, and Sheldon Shepherd. Bob Marley: One Love releases exclusively in theatres F...
Feb 08, 2024•30 min
On this SPECIAL EDITION of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz are joined by Pablo Schreiber aka Master Chief John-117 of HALO, a series based on the iconic video game franchise of the same name. In season two, Master Chief John-117 leads his team of elite Spartans against the alien threat known as the Covenant. As humanity’s best hope for winning the war, John-117 discovers his deep connection to a mysterious alien structure that holds the key to humankind’s salvation, or its destruction — th...
Feb 06, 2024•19 min
Daniel, Shahbaz, & Anthony review Prime Video series MR. & MRS. SMITH starring Donald Glover and Maya Erskine. From co-creators and executive producers Donald Glover (Community, Atlanta) and Francesca Sloane (Atlanta, Fargo), the series is a reimagining of the 2005 film and follows two lonely strangers who land jobs working for a mysterious spy agency. The catch? New identities in an arranged marriage as Mr. and Mrs. John and Jane Smith. Now hitched, John and Jane navigate a high-risk mi...
Feb 01, 2024•36 min
Daniel and Shahbaz review Siddharth Anand's FIGHTER starring Hrithik Roshan, Deepika Padukone, Anil Kapoor, Karan Singh Grover, and Akash Oberoi. The film is a Hindi language Aerial action thriller and the story of Top Indian Air Force (IAF) aviators coming together in the face of imminent danger, to battle the country’s internal and external forces. Fighter is now playing exclusively in theatres by Viacom18 Studios. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast feeds, YouTube , and T...
Jan 26, 2024•28 min
It's Oscars season, baby! Fresh from this morning's announcements, Daniel and Shahbaz are here to explore and share their reactions to the 96th Academy Awards nominees. The nominees for the 96th Academy Awards were announced on January 23, 2024, by actors Zazie Beetz and Jack Quaid at the Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills. The winners will be announced during the Academy Awards ceremony on March 10, 2024. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast feeds, YouTube , and TheMovi...
Jan 23, 2024•40 min
On this SPECIAL EDITION of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz are joined by comedian, storyteller, and content creator Jasmeet Raina aka Jus Reign to discuss the debut of his Crave Original comedy series LATE BLOOMER. Created by and starring Raina, LATE BLOOMER follows burgeoning content creator Jasmeet Dutta (Raina) as he tries to balance his ambitions for success with his commitment to his family, community, and culture. The series is Executive Produced by Russell Peters. These first two ep...
Jan 22, 2024•30 min
WE STARTED A PATREON! We love making The Movie Podcast for you. If you're able to help us keep the lights and the mics on, we are so grateful. Whether you're listening to ads on the show, joining via Patreon, or subscribing on Apple Podcasts, your support means EVERYTHING to us. Thank you. This week on The Movie Podcast, Daniel, Shahbaz, & Anthony discuss their TOP FILMS OF 2023 [01:07:44]. They also recap everything that happened at the 2024 Golden Globes, Tom Cruise's new deal with WB, new...
Jan 19, 2024•2 hr 30 min•Ep. 164
On this SPECIAL EDITION of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz are joined by Academy Award Winner ARIANA DEBOSE and I.S.S. Director GABRIELA COWPERTHWAITE. In the film, tensions flare aboard the International Space Station (I.S.S.) as a worldwide conflict breaks out on Earth. Reeling, the US and Russian astronauts aboard each receive orders from the ground: take control of the station by any means necessary. Ariana DeBose has won an Academy Award, a British Academy Film Award, a Golden Globe A...
Jan 17, 2024•22 min
Daniel, Shahbaz, & Anthony review THE LAST OF US PART II REMASTERED for PlayStation 5 from Naughty Dog and Sony Interactive Entertainment. Winner of over 300 Game of the Year awards, the original game released in 2020. Set five years after their dangerous journey across the post-pandemic United States, Ellie and Joel have settled down in Jackson, Wyoming. Living amongst a thriving community of survivors has allowed them peace and stability, despite the constant threat of the infected and oth...
Jan 16, 2024•46 min
On this SPECIAL EDITION of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz are joined by ANGOURIE RICE of MEAN GIRLS, a new musical twist on the 2004 classic comedy film. Angourie is best known for her roles in The Nice Guys (2016), HBO miniseries Mare of Easttown (2021), and as Betty Brant in the Marvel Cinematic Universe of Spider-Man films (2017-2021). In Mean Girls, Angourie plays Cady Heron, a transfer student welcomed into the top of the social food chain by the elite group of popular girls called “...
Jan 12, 2024•14 min
On this SPECIAL EDITION of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz are joined by KEVIN HART and President & Chief Content Officer Bryan Smiley of Hartbeat. Founded by Emmy and Grammy Nominated Comedian and Actor Kevin Hart, Hartbeat is a global, multi-platform media company creating high-impact entertainment where comedy meets culture – with a mission to keep the world laughing together. Hartbeat has become the go-to company for comedic entertainment and one of the most sought-after creative e...
Jan 11, 2024•15 min
Daniel and Anthony review Marvel Studios' ECHO, a miniseries created by Marion Dayre based on the Marvel Comics character of the same name. Echo spotlights Maya Lopez as she is pursued by Wilson Fisk’s criminal empire. When the journey brings her home, she must confront her own family and legacy. The series stars Alaqua Cox who reprises her role as Maya Lopez / Echo from Hawkeye, with Chaske Spencer, Tantoo Cardinal, Devery Jacobs, Zahn McClarnon, Cody Lightning, Graham Greene, Vincent D'Onofrio...
Jan 10, 2024•36 min
Daniel, Shahbaz, & Anthony review Samantha Jayne's MEAN GIRLS, a new twist on the 2004 classic comedy film. It stars Angourie Rice, Reneé Rapp, Auli'i Cravalho, Jenna Fischer, Samantha Jayne, Arturo Perez Jr., Nell Benjamin, Jon Hamm, and Tina Fey. New student Cady Heron is welcomed into the top of the social food chain by the elite group of popular girls called “The Plastics,” ruled by the conniving queen bee Regina George and her minions. However, when Cady makes the major misstep of falli...
Jan 10, 2024•39 min
On this SPECIAL EDITION of The Movie Podcast, Daniel is joined by DEVERY JACOBS (Reservation Dogs, American Gods), CHASKE SPENCER (Wild Indian, The Twilight Saga), Director SYDNEY FREELAND, and Executive Producer RICHIE PALMER of Marvel Studios' Echo. The series spotlights Maya Lopez (Alaqua Cox) as she is pursued by Wilson Fisk’s (Vincent D’Onofrio) criminal empire. When the journey brings her home, she must confront her own family and legacy. All 5 episodes of Marvel Studios’ Echo release Janu...
Jan 05, 2024•23 min
On this SPECIAL EDITION of The Movie Podcast, Daniel and Shahbaz are joined by SOCIETY OF THE SNOW Director J. A. BAYONA of and Roberto Canessa, the real life survivor of the 1972 Andes Flight Disaster in which the film is based on. In 1972, Uruguayan Air Force Flight 571, which had been chartered to fly a rugby team to Chile, crashed in the heart of the Andes. Only 29 of its 45 passengers survived the accident. Trapped in one of the most hostile and inaccessible environments on the planet, they...
Jan 04, 2024•37 min