UK Film Review Podcast

Filmmaker Ranw Aso-Rashid speaks with film critic Chris Olson for UK Film Review about his latest short film, Whispers of Redemption. The exclusive filmmaker interview covers many aspects of Ranw's filmmaking, including his production company AR Studios.Read our indie film review of Whispers of Redemption on our website, where James Learoyd said this about it:"Ranw Aso-Rashid's Whispers of Redemption is a sharply crafted little film with a lovely sentiment. Eric (Ansu Njai) is a young man who’s just lost his mother. With her ashes, he goes to the sea to find solace and meets Grace (Jenny Rowe) and her dog. She too has lost someone in her life, so she shares some important advice about how to keep living. There are many short films about loss, but audiences will appreciate the fact that – by the story’s end – this is far more a piece about moving on than it is about being stuck inside the pain; and the vast ocean before them serves as a lovely visual metaphor for the flowing, uncontrollable feelings our protagonist must come to accept. What we as the audience witness is simply a ten-minute, extended conversation about how we deal with mourning. It’s a deeply heartfelt piece of writing, yet it’s the filmmaking that really elevates the content..."Read our Latest Movie Reviews on our website. For more about Chris Olson, including his sync music for film, visit his official website.And for more about Ranw Aso-Rashid visit the official AR Studios website.

Rachel is back with a horror film review of 28 Weeks Later, as well as the sequel she once dreamt. The Scream Test is a horror film podcast, part of the UK Film Review Podcast series of shows. Find out more about our film podcast on our website. If you are a horror film fan, then you are in the right place. It also helps if you like talking about vaping and scotch eggs. For the latest movie reviews head to the official UK Film Review website.

Join film critics Chris and Brian for the newest episode of UK Film Club, with the latest movie reviews including The Brutalist, A Copenhagen Love Story, 7 Kills, 3 Songs, and a Banana, The Mix, The Ego Death of Queen Cecilia, and Crimson Tide. Head to our website for more about our film podcast and the latest movie reviews. Podcast marketing is provided by Olson Digital Marketing. Intro Music and Sync Music for Film provided by Chris Olson.

Join Amber and Joyce this month as they talk about the chaotic world of Anaïs in Love, a French film that delves into desire, identity and what it means to love. They discuss Anaïs' many conquests, her relationship to love and to be loved and a growing connection between her and an older woman. Will she get what she wants? Content warning: This episode contains spoilers. Check out more from our film podcast on our website, where you can also read our latest movie reviews.

Welcome back, fellow fright fanatics, to The Scream Test, the podcast that dissects the delicious dread of horror cinema. I’m your host, Rachel, and this week, we’re diving headfirst into the murky, monstrous world of creature features. Forget your jump scares and psychological thrillers; we’re talking about the raw, primal terror of things that go bump in the night – or, more accurately, things that slither, stomp, and devour.As always, we’ll be sharing our own personal encounters with creature features, recounting the films that have left us trembling in our seats or haunted our dreams. We’ll also be inviting you, our listeners, to share your own favorite creature features and the monsters that have stayed with you long after the credits have rolled.So, dim the lights, grab your popcorn, and prepare to be terrified. This week on The Scream Test, we’re unleashing the creatures from the depths of our cinematic nightmares. Prepare for a deep dive into the primal fears that lurk within the best creature features, and a discussion on why they continue to fascinate and terrify us. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review, and stay tuned for more horrific explorations from the UK Film Review Podcast.For the latest movie reviews visit our website.

On this movie podcast episode, we have the latest movie reviews of: Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy, September 5, Flight Risk, Kinda Pregnant. We have indie film reviews of White Crow, The Space Rodent, Photocopy, and What No One Knows. As well as a nostalgia review of a certain Mel Gibson film that won Best Picture 30 years ago! In White Crow, Julian Gamm plays ex-agent J.D who is on a mission to avenge his misdeeds as an operative in a shady government unit after he learns of the depths of their evil. Whilst trying to take out various members of his former agency, he becomes hunted in return and goes on the run with unwitting do-gooder Emma (Hanna Al Rashid), who saves his bacon on more than a few occasions.In The Space Rodent, best friends and fellow layabouts Mac (Robert Carrera) and Dean (David Minard) hang out at home whilst their partners Amanda (Leah Barnard) and Skylar (Shelby Broadnax) head out on a drive. But trick or treaters are the least of their worries when giant monstrous rats from out of space travel through a wormhole in search of a new home. After a gruesome home invasion, the gang must gather together and use whatever weapons they can find to fight off the invasion.Photocopy (2023) is no ordinary psychological thriller. Clocking in at under 13 minutes, one would expect a short film about a lone photographer to be more mellow, perhaps even meandering; but this New York-set exploration of one man’s mental decline packs a strong punch. It’s unashamedly stylish and disorienting, though always engaging, and patiently incorporates surreal ideas into the mix as it progresses. Our protagonist (played by Dane Clarke II in a mostly silent performance) wanders the streets in search of that perfect shot but starts to spot a figure that peculiarly resembles himself.What No Know One Knows follows the passing of her parents as a child, Oriyomi moves to Nigeria from Britain, where she befriends Ifelolu. The two of them develop a strong bond and grow up together, ending up owning an events management business. Eventually, Oriyomi meets and marries Akinola (Mofe Duncan), while Ifelolu marries Efosa (Enyinna Nwigwe). Eventually, problems arise within both couples, as Akinola is determined to father a son and Efosa wants a child, while Ifelolu does not. Hoping to avoid further issues, the two friends come up with an idea that might end up ruining their lives.Join film critics Brian Penn and Chris Olson for this episode of UK Film Club.

Join Amber and Joyce as they talk about Luca Guadagnino's 2024 film QUEER, starring ex-James Bond Daniel Craig. They muse over the surreal, Italian neorealism and a touch of slow cinema - all the good nerdy stuff.Find the latest movie reviews on our website, where you can also learn more about the different shows under the UK Film Review Podcast.

On this horror film podcast episode, host Rachel dives deep into the classic war movie Schindler's List. Part of the UK Film Review Podcast, be sure to check out our latest movie reviews and other film podcast episodes wherever you like to listen. Schindler's List, from a horror film fan's perspective, transcends the typical tropes of the genre, delving into the realm of historical horror. The film masterfully crafts an atmosphere of dread and suspense, not through jump scares or supernatural elements, but through the stark portrayal of real-world atrocities.The true horror lies in the systematic dehumanization and extermination of a people, depicted with unflinching realism. The film doesn't shy away from the brutality of the Holocaust, showcasing the violence and degradation inflicted upon the Jewish population. The iconic scene of the liquidation of the Krakow ghetto is a masterclass in tension building, as the camera captures the chaos and terror from multiple perspectives, leaving the viewer with a profound sense of unease.The film's black-and-white cinematography further amplifies the sense of bleakness and despair, creating a stark contrast between the vibrant life that once existed and the grim reality of Nazi occupation. The use of shadows and light adds to the film's unsettling atmosphere, mirroring the moral ambiguities and hidden dangers that lurk beneath the surface.While Schindler's List is not a traditional horror film, it shares many of the genre's key elements. It creates a sense of unease, elicits visceral reactions, and leaves a lasting impact on the viewer. The film's horror lies not in the supernatural or fictional, but in the very real capacity for human cruelty and the fragility of human life.

On this top-rated movie podcast, film critics Brian Penn, Chris Buick and Chris Olson are back with plenty of 2025 film reviews. In episode 23 of UK Film Club, we have reviews of:Mufasa: The Lion KingStreet Trash Better ManThe DamnedA Complete UknownDon't Die: The Man Who Wants to Live ForeverBecause We Are Too ManyRhino ManNosferatu (1922)For more details about the UK Film Review Podcast visit our official website, where you can also find the latest movie reviews.