Send us a text This week, we delve deep into the world of Demon Slayer, reflecting on the series' highlights and discussing our detailed rankings of the Hashira. We also review the epic Infinity Castle film, exploring major battles and emotional character arcs. Join us as we celebrate the storytelling and visual mastery of this beloved anime. Websi…

Send us a text With the release of the first part of the epic trilogy of Demon Slayer films, we chat to the delightful Zach Aguilar and legendary Johnny Yong Bosch about Infinity Castle. We reflect on the success of the series, how they express the emotional journey in their performances and have fun building teams across anime. As suggested by Zac…

Send us a text We have the delightful opportunity to chat to Jordan Clark, Creator and Writer for the five part comic book series, Ancestral Recall. From his work on well known IP to making a series of his own, we discuss how Jordan works as a collaborator, weaving in Black history as well as a broad layered reflection on AI and the impact of techn…

Send us a text This week we chat to Co-Directors Kevin & Vallentine on their film, Nawi: Dear Future Me. We discuss the filmmaking process, balancing commentary and narrative as well as jovial moments on set. Africa Film Festival will be running from Thursday Sep 4 - Sunday Sep 7. More details on their website: https://africafilmfest.au/ Nawi: Dear…

Send us a text Old tensions resurface when former bandmates who were former lovers reunite for a private show at the island home of an eccentric millionaire. Starring three-time Academy Award nominee Carey Mulligan (Maestro), and BAFTA nominees Tom Basden (After Life) and Tim Key (Alan Partridge) The Ballad of Wallis Island will be available in Aus…

Send us a text In another Anime Refmax we review films Detective Conan: One-eyed Flashback and Jujutsu Kaisen: Hidden Inventory / Premature Death. As well as series Kaiju No. 8 & Gachiakuta. #ConantheDetective #JJK #KaijuNo8 #Gachiakuta Website | Rotten Tomatoes | Linktree | Youtube | Twitter | Instagram…

Send us a text Read between the media lines and tap into liberating occupied lands and sweet smart men growing a conscious. Have the grown love you deserve with James Gunn’s Superman this week. Check out our coverage for Superman Website | Rotten Tomatoes | Linktree | Youtube | Twitter | Instagramעל ידי KT, Oti

Send us a text This week we review M3GAN 2.0, 28 Years Later, Final Destination Bloodlines, The Story of Souleymane & King of the Hill. Check out our interview for Final Destination Bloodlines: Interview with “Final Destination Bloodlines” Directors Zach Lipovsky & Adam B. Stein Website | Rotten Tomatoes | Linktree | Youtube | Twitter | Instagram…

Send us a text This week we wrap up SFF reviewing Mistress Dispeller, Orwell: 2+2=5, Marlon Williams: Two Worlds – Ngā Ao E Rua, Farming the Revolution, Make It Look Real & How to Train Your Dragon. Interviews below… Mistress Dispeller Make It Look Real Website | Rotten Tomatoes | Linktree | Youtube | Twitter | Instagram…

Send us a text The Cranes Call, a heart pounding documentary about the mission to secure accountability for war crimes in Ukraine, will have its Australian premiere on SBS On Demand on 24 July. This week we chat to Director Laura Warner about the importance of standing up to injustice, safety on set and updates on ongoing trials. As suggested by La…

Send us a text Assemble well-meaning down on their luck misfits to their peril at the morally limp crusade that is as one dimensional as the protagonist and his hollow menacing expression. Become the very power you fear with Squid Game this week. For Your Reference segment (pair as double watch) Oti: Alice in Borderland KT: Okja Check out our revie…

Send us a text We continue our SFF coverage by covering political commentary films across the Asia Pacific: It Was Just An Accident, Happyend, Slanted, Stranger Eyes & The Haka Party Incident. Check out interviews we have for these films: https://fyrpodcast.com/episode/interview-with-slanted-writer-director-amy-wang/ https://fyrpodcast.com/episode/…

Send us a text In our first episode of SFF coverage we are covering African/Black films: How to Build a Library, The Shadow Scholars, On Becoming a Guinea Fowl, My Father's Shadow & BLKNWS: Terms & Conditions. Check out interviews we have for these films: Interview with “Shadow Scholars” Director, Eloïse King (video & audio) Interview with “On Beco…

Send us a text Two young brothers explore Lagos with their estranged father during the 1993 Nigerian election crisis, witnessing both the city's magnitude and their father's daily struggles as political unrest threatens their journey home. My Father's Shadow will be screening at this year's Sydney Film Festival (SFF) on June 11th, 13th & 14th. As s…

Send us a text A Zambian family comes to terms with hard truths as the funeral of a relative sparks revelations and disputes. On Becoming A Guinea Fowl will be screening at this year's Sydney Film Festival (SFF) on June 10th, 11th & 15th. As suggested by Rungano, double feature watching of On Becoming A Guinea Fowl & Atlantics. Note: this interview…

Send us a text An Oxford professor investigates the multi-billion-dollar industry of ghost-written university essays, and travels to Kenya to meet the “shadow scholars” who write them. Shadow Scholars will be screening at this year's Sydney Film Festival (SFF) on June 13th & 14th. As suggested by Eloïse, double feature watching of Shadow Scholars &…

Send us a text Intimacy coordinator Claire Warden guides actors through sex scenes on a film set, negotiating the vision of a director, the physical and psychological needs of the performers, and a documentary crew filming her every move. Make It Look Real will be screening at this year's Sydney Film Festival (SFF) on June 12th (sold out) & 14th (s…

Send us a text A three-minute protest staged in 1979 echoes across the decades as a potent indictment of systemic racism and a lens through which to re-examine Aotearoa’s national identity. The Haka Party Incident will be screening at this year's Sydney Film Festival (SFF) on June 10th & 13th (two screenings). As suggested by Katie, double feature …

Send us a text An insecure Chinese-American teenager undergoes experimental surgery to appear white, hoping to secure the prom queen title and peer acceptance. Slanted will be screening at this year's Sydney Film Festival (SFF) on June 9th, 13th & 15th. As suggested by Amy, double feature watching of Slanted & Being There Check out the video interv…

Send us a text With strikingly intimate access, Mistress Dispeller follows this unfolding family drama from all corners of a love triangle. Mistress Dispeller will be screening at this year's Sydney Film Festival (SFF) on June 7th, 8th & 13th. Note: this interview is audio only. For other video interviews check out our YouTube playlist. Website | R…

Send us a text Farming the Revolution captures a mass movement in vivid close-up, as 12 million farmers challenge the Indian government, forcing it to retract its unjust farm laws. Farming the Revolution will be screening at this year's Sydney Film Festival (SFF) on June 5th & 7th. This film is also a part of Collection: Focus on Nishta Jain screen…

Send us a text This week we have the opportunity to chat with Jaron Lockridge for Betray: Thirst, the second offering of the Betray series. We discuss his hands-on approach of producing, writing and directing as well as the importance of friendships and keeping love alive. Check out the video interview. Betray: Thirst is available on Apple TV + and…

Send us a text This week we have the opportunity to chat to Adam & Zach about Bloodlines, focusing on the presence of Bludworth in the franchise and reflect on the life and legacy of icon Tony Todd. Rest in love. Check out video interview. FINAL DESTINATION BLOODLINES ONLY IN AUSTRALIAN CINEMAS MAY 15 As suggested by Zach & Adam, big recommend to p…

Send us a text This week, we discuss the impact of queer Asian cinema, Andrew reflects on the significance of his works, including his remake of Ang Lee's The Wedding Banquet, and the evolution of queer community dynamics since 1993. We delve into themes of culture, sexuality, and family explored in his films and discuss how these elements resonate…

Send us a text In this week's Reference Max we have something for everyone, intoxicated by the thrill of Drop, galloping into the visual arms of On Swift Horses, getting insight on the danger and importance of journalism in The Correspondent, making new friendos and lovers with Clowns in a Cornfield and finding the harmony in Tinā. NOTE: On Swift H…