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David Oyelowo, an accomplished actor known for his powerful roles in 'Selma' and 'Government Cheese,' joins the conversation. He reveals insights about playing Hampton Chambers in his new Apple TV+ series, blending humor with serious themes of family and redemption. They explore the unique storytelling of 'Government Cheese' set in the 1960s, discussing its cultural significance and the balance between comedy and drama. The hosts also dive into the biting satire of 'The Studio,' showcasing the absurdities of Hollywood filmmaking.

Introducing Katherine addresses criticism following NASCAR return at Rockingham from Throttle Therapy with Katherine Legge.Follow the show: Throttle Therapy with Katherine LeggeOn this episode of Throttle Therapy, Katherine walks through her experience at the NASCAR Xfinity Series race at Rockingham. She responds to the criticism she’s received and looks ahead to her next race at Talladega.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to team@podroll.fm.

Join Alex Garland, an acclaimed writer and director behind hits like Ex Machina, and Ray Mendoza, a former Navy SEAL and military advisor, as they discuss their gripping new film 'Warfare.' They delve into the importance of authentic storytelling in depicting modern conflict, drawing from Mendoza’s own wartime experiences. The conversation also touches on sound design, narrative techniques, and the challenges of balancing realism with cinematic tradition. Don't miss their insights on the emotional weight of representing war on screen.

Dive into the intriguing world of Black Mirror with creator Charlie Brooker and star Emma Corrin. They discuss the innovative 'ReDream' technology in their new episode, blending classic films with modern-day narratives. The conversation also touches on the artistic influence of vintage media and the challenge of maintaining secrecy in filmmaking. Additionally, they explore themes of forbidden love and how nostalgic storytelling reveals the bittersweet nature of memory and loneliness. The chat promises surprises, including a detour into bowling!

This week features James Hawes, director of 'The Amateur,' known for hits like 'Slow Horses' and 'Black Mirror,' alongside Laurence Fishburne, iconic as Morpheus in 'The Matrix.' They discuss the film's unique take on espionage, weaving themes of grief and identity into an action-packed narrative. Hawes shares anecdotes from the set, while Fishburne reflects on his character's complexities. They also dive into the influence of traditional spy tales and the challenges of modern storytelling. Prepare for a lively conversation filled with insights and humor!

In this engaging discussion, Toby Jones, an acclaimed actor known for his roles in 'Captain America' and 'Infamous,' shares insights about playing Philip Burton in 'Mr. Burton,' who guided Richard Burton's rise in acting. He chats about the nuances of accents, the evolution of TV drama, and the impact of mentorship. The conversation also explores the quirky A24 film 'Death of a Unicorn,' its dark humor, and the challenges of navigating the indie film landscape today.

This week, Gorgeous George MacKay, known for his roles in films like 1917, joins the discussion. He shares insights about his role in Josh Oppenheimer's unique post-apocalyptic musical, The End. The conversation dives into the complexities of familial relationships amidst catastrophic circumstances, exploring themes of denial and creative risks. George also touches on the transition from documentary to musical storytelling, highlighting the blend of fantasy and realism in their approach. A fascinating take on a world that mirrors our own!

Vanguardistas have more fun—so if you don’t already subscribe to the podcast, join the Vanguard today via Apple Podcasts or extratakes.com for non-fruit-related devices. In return you’ll get a whole extra Take 2 alongside Take 1 every week, with bonus reviews, more viewing recommendations from the Good Doctors and whole bonus episodes just for you. And if you’re already a Vanguardista, we salute you. The much anticipated ‘Flow’ is first on the review slate this week. The Oscar-winning animation follows the story of a solitary black cat, displaced from its home by a huge flood in a world now devoid of humans, who finds refuge on a boat with a crew of other animals who must work together to survive. Plus The Alto Knights—the new gangster flick where Robert De Niro as 1950s New York Mafioso Frank Costello squares up to, erm, himself as rival Vito Genovese—and of course Snow White—the live action remake of the 1937 Disney classic. Our guest this week is the fabulously French auteur director Francois Ozon, who’s chatting with Simon about his new film ‘When Autumn Falls’. Set amidst the crisp and golden vistas of Autumnal Burgundy, and featuring lots and lots of extremely chic knitwear, the film follows doting grandmother Michelle—whose family life is thrown into turmoil by an unfortunate accident involving some mushrooms. But was it an accident? All is not as cosy as it seems, and the dodgy  fungi aren’t all that’s toxic about this situation... Another week of top takes and high-quality witterings from the Good Doctors—not to mention correspondence from you lot. Don’t miss it! Timecodes (for Vanguardistas listening ad-free): Flow Review: 07:52 Francois Ozon Interview: 27:49 When Autumn Falls Review: 39:23 Laughter Lift: 48:40 The Alto Knights Review: 53:31 Snow White Review: 01:00:12 You can contact the show by emailing correspondence@kermodeandmayo.com or you can find us on social media, @KermodeandMayo EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/take Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! A Sony Music Entertainment production. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us @sonypodcasts To advertise on this show contact: podcastadsales@sonymusic.com And to find out more about Sony’s new show Origins with Cush Jumbo, click here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vanguardistas have more fun—so if you don’t already subscribe to the podcast, join the Vanguard today via Apple Podcasts or extratakes.com for non-fruit-related devices. In return you’ll get a whole extra Take 2 alongside Take 1 every week, with bonus reviews, more viewing recommendations from the Good Doctors and whole bonus episodes just for you. And if you’re already a Vanguardista, we salute you. Our guests this week are Ashley Walters and Erin Doherty, stars of astonishing new Netflix series ‘Adolescence’. With each episode shot in one take, it follows the story of a family left in shock when their teenage son is arrested for murder. Doherty and Walters respectively play the psychologist and detective involved in the case, alongside Stephen Graham—who plays the boy’s father and co-created the series alongside Jack Thorne. Erin & Ashley chat to Simon about the technical feat of shooting the film, how absolutely terrifying the internet can be, and how terrifyingly good first-time teenage actor Owen Cooper definitely is. Mark reviews the series, plus all these new releases: ‘Black Bag’, Steven Soderbergh’s seductive spy comedy following Cate Blanchett and Michael Fassbender as married spooks trying to trace a leak whilst navigating a relationship that must have secrets; ‘Opus’, a fandom thriller about the long-awaited and frighteningly cultish return of fictional pop icon Moretti (John Malkovich), and Karan Kandhari’s madcap Mumbai-set black comedy about arranged marriage, ‘Sister Midnight’. Top quality correspondence from you as always, including a right telling off for Mark, news from ‘the internet’s stinkiest it girl’, and a hello to a bit more of Jason Isaacs than we bargained for in this week’s episode of White Lotus.... Timecodes (for Vanguardistas listening ad-free): Sister Midnight Review: 08:47 Ashley Walters and Erin Doherty Interview: 25:55 Opus Review: 57:04 Laughter Lift: 50:51 Black Bag Review: 1:05:57 You can contact the show by emailing correspondence@kermodeandmayo.com or you can find us on social media, @KermodeandMayo EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/take Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! A Sony Music Entertainment production. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us @sonypodcasts To advertise on this show contact: podcastadsales@sonymusic.com And to find out more about Sony’s new show Origins with Cush Jumbo, click here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s ‘Mickey 17’ release day, and Ben is chatting to Director Bong Joon Ho in today’s episode to celebrate. Starring Robert Pattinson as an expendable worker on a colonized ice planet, the new film from Korean cinema’s modern master sees protagonist Mickey ‘re-printed’ over and over again.  Frequently killed in his dangerous daily tasks, ‘human printing technology’ allows Mickey to be simply reborn, with his memories intact. But when he makes it back to base unexpectedly alive one day, he finds he’s already been reprinted—coming face to face with his latest iteration. His girlfriend may be loving it, but the law, upheld by Mark Ruffalo’s villainous Marshall, is not. Ben sits down with the ‘Parasite’ Oscar winner, and his legendary translator Sharon Choi, to unpack this dark comedy sci-fi satire... to name some of the genres this madcap movie might be. Nobody makes them like Director Bong. He reveals the secret real-life location of his ice-planet (complete with mountains of salt standing in for snow), the challenges of working with two Robert Pattinsons, and his obsession with his comfort-blanket iPad. Check out the ‘Now and Ben’ back catalogue for more conversations with cinema’s most exciting creative talents, including four-time Oscar winning director of ‘Anora’, Sean Baker,  ‘Peaky Blinders’ writer Steven Knight, and Hollywood royalty Angela Bassett. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices