We review the best & worst movies & TV series from 2020 with the Reel Features annual awards. Hosted by Paul Cookson and Sam Lavery.

#6 2020 Review - Reel Features Awards

Should you watch HBO's series 'The White Lotus'? We give you a quick review to help make your decision.

#8 Should I Watch This? - The White Lotus

We discuss our favourite trilogies of all time, cover the latest movie/TV news, look at what is coming to streaming in Sept & take a nostalgia trip with Gone in 60 Seconds with the great Nic Cage. All that and more!

#9 Gone in 60 Seconds + "What is the Greatest Trilogy ever?"

Should you watch FX's true crime series 'Impeachment: American Crime Story' (which is available on Binge/Foxtel in Australia)? We give you a quick review to help make your decision.

#19 - Should I Watch This? - Impeachment: American Crime Story

We look at the latest news including Squid Game season 2, Leo's new film, the 'Spider-Man: No Way Home' poster tease, the Australian Martin Bryant film 'Nitram', everything new to streaming in November, we discuss who has had the better career Adam Sandler or Jim Carrey, and then we explore 'Braveheart' as our nostalgia movie. All that and more!

#22 Braveheart + "Adam Sandler vs Jim Carrey?"

Should you watch Disney+'s biographical drama TV mini series, 'Pam & Tommy'? We give you a quick review to help make your decision.

#32 - Should I Watch This? - Pam & Tommy

We cover the latest movie & TV news including the future of Ted Lasso, Wes Anderson's new film starring Tom Hanks, Margot Robbie & more huge names, plus another Walking Dead spin-off series coming soon.
The guys also have you covered for everything that is new and worth watching on the streaming services in Australia in June 2022. 
All that and more!

#39 Latest News + What to Watch that's Streaming in June 2022

We chat with Michael Theo about his love for the original Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and discuss his time on the hit Netflix reality show, 'Love on the Spectrum'.

#45 - Charlie and the Chocolate Factory w/ Michael Theo (Love on the Spectrum)

We speak to Australian TV royalty, the great John Wood. John is best known for his much-acclaimed roles in ‘Blue Heelers’ & ‘Rafferty Rules’. John updates us on where he keeps his plethora of Logies & their useful role in his house, while giving us exciting news about a potential new series that could reunite him with Lisa McCune! He also helps us nostalgia review his favourite film, the classic ‘Casablanca’, & helps answer the listener question – “How are the streaming services impacting the Australian film / TV industry?” All that & more!

#48 Casablanca + "Impact of Streaming Services on the Industry" w/ John Wood

We speak to the amazing John Jarratt. John is best known for his role as the serial killer Mick Taylor in 'Wolf Creek'. We speak to John about how he met Tarantino for the first time, how he prepares for a new role, & his exciting new horror film 'The Possessed', which is based on a true story about an Australian Exorcist! 
He also helps us nostalgia review one of his favourite films, Mel Gibson's classic ‘Apocalypto’, & helps answer the listener question – “What is Quentin Tarantino's best film?"
All that & more!

#50 Apocalypto + "Tarantino's Best Film?" w/ John Jarratt

In this Christmas special, we speak to one of Australia's most popular comedians, Wil Anderson. Wil picks one of his favourite Xmas films for us to nostalgia review - 'Bad Santa'. 
He also helps us answer the listener question – “What is the best comedy film of recent times?" 
Finally, he also shares detail about his hilarious new book, his upcoming standup tour, his creative process in building his shows & his exciting improv sets that you won't want to miss!
All that & more.

#52 Bad Santa + "Best Recent Comedy Film?" w/ Wil Anderson

The guys cover the latest movie & TV news including the new James Bond casting frontrunner, the latest on all of the Game of Thrones sequels, the Ocean's Eleven reboot, and they embarrassingly admit to being addicted to a Netflix reality dating show (Don't judge us!)

Cooko also counts down 10 to 1 what you should watch that's new to the streaming services in Australia this month. There is a lot to watch this month & Cooko nerds out on a new series that is "hopefully" a must watch.

All that and more!

#54 Latest News + What to Watch that's Streaming in Jan 2023

We speak to the absolute weapon that is Michael Jai White! Best known as the star of 'Spawn' and Tyler Perry's 'Why Did I Get Married?'. We speak to him about his favourite series 'Breaking Bad', his impressive diet & 7 black belts, & the chance of another 'Spawn' film.

We also speak to him about his new films, the zombie thriller 'Dead Zone', and the action packed 'As Good As Dead' (released by Eagle Entertainment).

All that & more!

#57 Breaking Bad w/ Michael Jai White

The annual Reel Features Awards is finally here! This is part 1 of our recap of 2022, with a selection of nominations & awards across TV and film, that will no doubt give you some new additions for your "to watch" list.
We share our best and worst picks on a range of topics like best new TV series,  best "LOL" comedy, action, horror, comic book adaptation, remake and sequel. We also pick which actor had the biggest fall from grace, the best new talent and who had the best accumulation of work for the year. 
All that and more!

#59 2022 Review - Reel Features Awards

We are keeping this episode short & sweet! Get your "to watch" list out, as Cooko counts down 10 to 1 what you should watch that's new to the streaming services, and what's coming to theatres in Australia this month.

#60 What to Watch that's Streaming in May 2023

The annual Reel Features 'top 10 films' of the year is here!! This year both Cooko & Slavs compare lists and countdown from 10 to 1, what they each thought stood out last year in 2022 and highlight what you should watch if you haven't already. 
There are a lot of matches, but there are also a few surprising ones!

#61 2022 Review - Our Top 10 Films of 2022

You know the drill - the guys counts down 10 to 1 what you should watch that's new to the streaming services in Australia this month.

Special shout out this week to the group at "Feedspot". They provide really insightful lists on the top podcasts in each genre, and we are really pleased to say that you'll find Reel Features in the top 10 list for Entertainment podcasts!
Link: https://blog.feedspot.com/entertainment_industry_podcasts/ 
Visit Feedspot.com for more lists on any topics that you might be interested in hearing about.

#62 What to Watch that's Streaming in June 2023

We get the pleasure of speaking to 1/2 of the 'Popcorn Podcast' duo, Tim Iffland. Tim is a wealth of movie knowledge, and he shares some insights into what triggered his love for film, and shares some very intriguing insights into his first encounter with Baz Luhrmann! 
He also helps us nostalgia review one of his favourite films - 'Minority Report'!

You can hear more from Tim & Leigh by searching 'Popcorn Podcast' on any streaming platform, or by visiting www.popcornpodcast.com!

All that & more! 

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#63 Minority Report w/Tim Iffland (Popcorn Podcast)

The Melbourne Documentary Film Festival for 2023 is upon us, so for the month of July we got the opportunity to interview some of the top filmmakers from the festival.

In this episode, we speak to Shaun Anthony Robinson about his award winning film 'Surviving Sunset an Actor’s Hollywood Journey', which is a pretty honest story about actors trying to make it in the big time, along with the highs, lows, and lessons learned.

For more info visit:
www.mdff.org.au
Tickets on sale now for both in-cinema (details below), and online for all of July.
'Surviving Sunset' screening @ Cinema Nova – 30th July @ 4:40pm

#64 MDFF Special - Shaun Anthony Robinson (Surviving Sunset) Interview

The Melbourne Documentary Film Festival for 2023 is upon us, so for the month of July we got the opportunity to interview some of the top filmmakers from the festival.

In this episode, we speak to Matty Hannon about his award winning film 'The Road to Patagonia', which follows his incredible adventure from Alaska through the Americas, and his inspiring love story of how two strangers met and took a chance of a lifetime!

For more info visit:
www.mdff.org.au
Tickets on sale now for both in-cinema (details below), and online for all of July.
'The Road to Patagonia' screening @ Cinema Nova – 29th July @ 3pm

#65 MDFF Special - Matty Hannon (The Road To Patagonia) Interview

The Melbourne Documentary Film Festival for 2023 is upon us, so for the month of July we got the opportunity to interview some of the top filmmakers from the festival.

In this episode we speak to Producer Renee Frigo & Charlie's ex-wife Lisa Ehrlich about their fascinating film 'Love, Charlie: The Rise and Fall of Chef Charlie Trotter', which tells the incredible true story on the life of one of America’s most influential chefs, Charlie Trotter. Charlie was known for being a pioneer of fine dinning, and who had opened multiple Michelin star restaurants across the country. This film explores the high’s and the unfortunate fall and passing of Charlie.

For more info visit:
www.mdff.org.au
Tickets on sale now for online screenings for all of July.

#66 MDFF Special Renee Frigo & Lisa Ehrlich (Love, Charlie The Rise and Fall of Chef Charlie Trotter

It's film festival season in July, and we are so excited to be partnering with this fantastic Australian film festival this year - the 26th Annual Revelation Perth International Film Festival. 

In this episode we summarize some of the notable films that you can catch, which includes documentaries, feature films, web series, experimental films, a heap of short films & much more!

The 26th Annual Revelation Perth International Film Festival takes place at Luna Cinemas Leederville from 12 – 16 July.
For more details - www.revelationfilmfest.org

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#67 26th Annual Revelation Perth International Film Festival Overview Special

As you may have noticed on our account recently, the Melbourne Documentary Film Festival for 2023 is upon us, so for the month of July we have been covering the festival with interviews and updates.

In this episode, we give our final summary of our top 5 favourite films from the festival, while covering some other notable documentaries worth your time to watch. It really has been another great year of quality local and international films, and it's not too late to get tickets now!

For more info visit:
www.mdff.org.au
Tickets on sale now for the cinema releases at Cinema Nova showing in Melbourne from 21st – 30th July, or for online screenings for all of July.

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#70 MDFF Special - Our top 5 & Festival Overview

Wondering what to watch tonight? Don't worry, we got you covered as always! 😉 

The guys counts down 10 to 1 what you should watch that's new to the streaming services in Australia this month.

Don't forget to follow/subscribe for future episodes!

Special shout out this week to the group at "Feedspot". They provide really insightful lists on the top podcasts in each genre, and we are really pleased to say that you'll find Reel Features in the top 10 list for Entertainment podcasts!
Link: blog.feedspot.com/entertainment_industry_podcasts/
Visit Feedspot.com for more lists on any topics that you might be interested in hearing about.

#69 What to Watch that's Streaming in July 2023

In a new format for us, the guys have the "impossible" debate in ranking from last to best, these great action franchises. James Bond vs Ethan Hunt (Mission: Impossible) & Jason Bourne. Thankfully, we have called in the help of the legend that is Tim Iffland from 'Popcorn Podcast' to help settle the debate.

Who got the order right, and what would be your order?

Also, follow Popcorn Podcast for a bunch of insightful reviews, big time interviews & more great movie-nerd discussions. Just search their name on any major streaming channel or visit www.popcornpodcast.com
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#71 James Bond vs Ethan Hunt vs Jason Bourne

"Hey babe, what should we watch tonight?"
"I don't know, what do you think?"
"No idea"
...well soon you will, after listening to this episode! 

The guys counts down 10 to 1 what you should watch that's new to the streaming services in Australia this month.

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What to Watch that's Streaming in August 2023

In our next Reel Debate, we discuss and try to rank which are Keanu Reeve's top 5 films of his career! He's had a long career, so it's not easy. 

Please let us know what you think of our order, and share what your top 5 would be!

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Keanu Reeves Top 5 Films?

Sure the month is almost over, but it's never too late to get a summary of which new series & movies have hit the streaming channels! The guys count down 10 to 1 what you should watch that's new to the streaming services in Australia this month.

Also here more about the new movie starring Delta Goodwin (Oops.. our bad!) GoodREM!

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What to Watch that's Streaming in September 2023

On this 'Reel Debate', Slavs lists in order his top 5 favourite Jim Carrey films. As usual, it's hard to fit this King-of-Comedy's career into a small limit of 5, so naturally some big films miss out!

Please let us know what you think of Slavs order, and share what your top 5 would be!

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Jim Carrey's Top 5 Films?

On our latest 'Reel Debate', Cooko lists what he thinks are Henry Cavill's top 5 films so far (which mean's unfortunately series like 'The Witcher' doesn't count - films only!)

Please let us know what you think of his order, and share what your top 5 would be!

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Henry Cavill's Top 5 Films?

In this impossible 'Reel Debate', the guys discuss who they think has had the better movie career between probably the two biggest action stars of all time - Arnold Schwarzenegger vs Sylvester Stallone.

Please let us know what you think of our personal choices, and who you would choose between the two?

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Schwarzenegger vs Stallone

Here is a summary of which new series & movies that hit the streaming channels in October and are worth watching! The guys count down 10 to 1 what you should watch that's new to the streaming services in Australia.

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What to Watch that's Streaming in October 2023

Hosts Paul Cookson & Sam Lavery discuss everything movies, TV series & entertainment. Based in Australia, we cover everything local & world wide, including helping you to decide what is worth watching, what is new to streaming this month, we tackle the latest listeners questions & review a classic nostalgia movie/series. All that & more!

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