Movie Matters Podcast
By Lee Howard and Michael Mackenzie
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Podcast Description
Movie Matters is a brand new film discussion and appreciation podcast hosted by Lee Howard (Count Fosco) and Michael Mackenzie.
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Movie Matters Podcast - Episode 15 (Red Riding Trilogy Special - 1974, 1980 and 1983) | After an unexpected hiatus, the Movie Matters podcast returns with a look at the RED RIDING trilogy, the critically acclaimed 2009 adaptation of David Peace's grim and grisly quartet of novels. Co-hosts Lee Howard and Michael Mackenzie look at each instalment in turn - Julian Jarrold's 1974, James Marsh's 1980 and Anand Tucker's 1983 - and offer their thoughts on the trilogy as a whole. The music sampled in this episode is from RED RIDING: 1974 by Adrian Johnston, RED RIDING: 1980 by Dickon Hinchliffe and RED RIDING: 1983 by Barrington Pheloung. Created by Lee Howard & Michael Mackenzie Edited by Michael Mackenzie Special thanks to George Fearns for the episode idea http://moviematterspodcast.blogspot.com | 11 5 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Movie Matters Mini #1 - What We've Been Watching | Movie Matters returns with the first in a series of mini-episodes designed to bridge the gaps between our more traditional and time-consuming "themed" episodes. The mini-episodes dispense with the likes of the Blu-ray Hall of Fame and upcoming releases section in favour of a more informal, unstructured discussion about various film-related topics. In this episode, co-hosts Lee Howard and Michael Mackenzie discuss various films and TV shows they've been watching recently and play the final remaining listeners' "Top 10 of 2011" MP3 list. Direct link RapidShare iTunes The music sampled in this episode is from THE WOMAN IN BLACK and THE KILLING. Created by Lee Howard & Michael Mackenzie Edited by Michael Mackenzie http://moviematterspodcast.blogspot.com | 17 4 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Movie Matters Mini - More Listener Top 10 Films of 2011 Lists | Somewhat later than anticipated, we've put together a supplemental bonus to the most recent Movie Matters episode containing the three "Top 10 of 2011" MP3 lists we didn't have time to showcase in the episode itself. We hope you enjoy listening to these additional takes on the year that was 2011 and can forgive the delay in getting them out there. The music sampled in this episode is from DRIVE. Created by Lee Howard & Michael Mackenzie Edited by Michael Mackenzie http://moviematterspodcast.blogspot.com | 26 2 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Movie Matters Podcast - Episode 14 (Top 10 Films of 2011) | In this bumper length special edition of the Movie Matters podcast, co-hosts Lee Howard and Michael Mackenzie cast their eyes back over the previous twelve months, celebrating the best (and worst) of 2011. In addition to their own personal Top 10 lists, the duo also reveal lists submitted by listeners and pick out some anticipated titles for the coming year. The music sampled in this episode is from HANNA, DRIVE, TRUE GRIT, ARRIETTY, 13 ASSASSINS, ANGELS OF EVIL and BLACK SWAN. Please note that we have NOT been able to play every single MP3 list we received. The response was far greater than we were expecting and some of the submitted MP3s were a little on the long side, which would have resulted in what was already a four-hour epic being extended to somewhere approaching the five-hour mark. As a result, we have played the first three MP3s we received and are holding the rest back for a standalone mini-episode to be made available in the near future. We hope you understand and are not too disappointed not to have had your clips featured in the episode itself. Created by Lee Howard & Michael Mackenzie Edited by Michael Mackenzie http://moviematterspodcast.blogspot.com | 26 1 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Movie Matters Podcast - Episode 13 (Christmas 2011 Special - Tell No One and In Bruges) | The Movie Matters podcast returns for its final episode of 2011. In this special Christmas instalment, co-hosts Lee Howard and Michael Mackenzie exchange gifts, casting an eye on French actor turned filmmaker Guillaume Canet's adaptation of American crime author Harlan Coben's TELL NO ONE (NE LE DIS À PERSONNE) and Martin McDonagh's celebrated black comedy IN BRUGES, starring Colin Farrell and Brendan Gleeson. Upcoming DVD and Blu-ray releases of note are also covered, and another Blu-ray Disc enters the Movie Matters Hall of Fame. The music sampled in this episode is from IL DULCI JUBILO, NATIONAL LAMPOON'S CHRISTMAS VACATION, TELL NO-ONE, SCROOGED, HOME ALONE 2: LOST IN NEW YORK and THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS. Created by Lee Howard & Michael Mackenzie Edited by Michael Mackenzie http://moviematterspodcast.blogspot.com | 24 12 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Movie Matters Podcast - Episode 12 (Brian De Palma Special - Sisters, Blow Out and Body Double) | In this episode of the Movie Matters podcast, regular co-hosts Lee Howard and Michael Mackenzie are joined by special guest Daniel Sardella to discuss the films of Brian De Palma. The three hosts cast an eye over three of the equally celebrated and derided filmmaker's most infamous thrillers - SISTERS, BLOW OUT and BODY DOUBLE - and induct another Blu-ray transfer into the Movie Matters Hall of Fame. The music sampled in this episode is all from THE UNTOUCHABLES by Ennio Morricone, FEMME FATALE by Ryuichi Sakamoto, SISTERS by Bernard Herrmann, and RAISING CAIN, BLOW OUT and BODY DOUBLE by Pino Donaggio. http://moviematterspodcast.blogspot.com | 23 11 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Movie Matters Podcast - Episode 11 (Halloween 2011 Special - Scream 4, The Descent and Poltergeist) | The Movie Matters podcast returns after an impromptu extended hiatus with a Halloween special and promises of a more frequent recording schedule going forward. In this spine-tingling episode, co-hosts Lee Howard and Michael Mackenzie cast their eyes over horror movies old and new, discussing Wes Craven's SCREAM 4, Neil Marshall's THE DESCENT and Tobe Hooper and Steven Spielberg's POLTERGEIST. The music sampled in this episode is all from HALLOWEEN by John Carpenter, THE DESCENT by David Julyan, and THE EXORCIST by Mike Oldfield. As mentioned in the podcast, some comparisons between the two different colour grades of THE DESCENT can be seen at: http://www.landofwhimsy.com/archives/2011/11/movie-matters-11---halloween-special-ii/ or http://moviematterspodcast.blogspot.com/2011/11/movie-matters-11-halloween-special-ii.html Please note that some minor audio interference may be audible in the earliest parts of the episode. This was due to failing equipment that has since been replaced and should not be a problem in future episodes. http://moviematterspodcast.blogspot.com | 10 11 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Movie Matters Podcast - Episode 10 (The Lord of the Rings Special - The Fellowship of the Ring, The Two Towers and The Return o | In the latest episode of the Movie Matters podcast, co-hosts Lee Howard and Michael Mackenzie embark on an adventure as they set off on the long journey of discussing and reflecting upon the strengths, weaknesses and enduring cinematic achievement of New Line Cinema's THE LORD OF THE RINGS trilogy: THE FELLOWSHIP OF THE RING, THE TWO TOWERS and THE RETURN OF THE KING. In addition to reviewing the films themselves, the hosts also share how they first became acquainted with the world of Middle-Earth, cast their eyes over the recent Extended Edition Blu-ray Disc release of the trilogy, and read out listener comments on all things LORD OF THE RINGS. The music sampled in this episode is all from THE LORD OF THE RINGS: THE FELLOWSHIP OF THE RING, THE LORD OF THE RINGS: THE TWO TOWERS and THE LORD OF THE RINGS: THE RETURN OF THE KING by Howard Shore. Special thanks to David Mackenzie for audio support. Please note that this episode suffers from some unavoidable audio interference during its first half as a result of a technical gaffe (a.k.a. not plugging the microphone in properly). We hope that these imperfections don't impair your enjoyment of the episode. As mentioned in the podcast, here is the summary of the screenplay for the aborted John Boorman adaptation of the books: http://www.rottentomatoes.com/vine/showpost.php?p=9151429&postcount=3 | 2 8 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Movie Matters Podcast - Episode 9 (The Devil Rides Out and To the Devil A Daughter)) | In the latest episode of the Movie Matters podcast, co-hosts Lee Howard and Michael Mackenzie take the Left Hand Path as they delve into the world of the supernatural, examining two adaptations by the renowned Hammer studio of the black magic novels of the prolific Dennis Wheatley, 1968's THE DEVIL RIDES OUT and 1976's TO THE DEVIL A DAUGHTER. The hosts also discussed significant movies that have so far alluded them in a "Never Seen But Should Have" feature, cast their eyes over recent Blu-ray and DVD releases, and induct another Blu-ray transfer into the Movie Matters Hall of Fame. The music sampled in this episode is from THE DEVIL RIDES OUT (James Bernard), THE CURSE OF FRANKENSTEIN (James Bernard), HORROR OF DRACULA (James Bernard) and THE MUMMY (Franz Reizenstein). Special thanks to David Mackenzie for audio support. | 28 7 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Movie Matters Podcast - Episode 8 (Giallo Special - Blood and Black Lace, Don't Torture A Duckling and Deep Red) | In this special giallo-themed episode of the Movie Matters podcast, regular hosts Lee Howard and Michael Mackenzie welcome special guest and giallo enthusiast Sandy "The Gialli Fan" Richardson of the Dark Dreams web site to discuss that unique brand of Italian murder-mystery thrillers from the 70s. In addition to delving into three films by the "big three" giallo directors - Mario Bava's BLOOD AND BLACK LACE, Lucio Fulci's DON'T TORTURE A DUCKLING and Dario Argento's DEEP RED - Lee, Michael and Sandy also count down the top 10 giallo films as submitted by the listeners, reveal their own personal favourites and suggest some must-have giallo DVD and Blu-ray Disc releases. Please note that this podcast contains spoilers for the films featured. The music sampled in this episode is from DEEP RED (Giorgio Gaslini and Goblin), OPERA (Claudio Simonetti), BLOOD AND BLACK LACE (Carlo Rustichelli), THE STRANGE VICE OF MRS. WARDH (Nora Orlandi), DON'T TORTURE A DUCKLING (Riz Ortolani), WHAT HAVE YOU DONE TO SOLANGE? (Ennio Morricone), STRIP NUDE FOR YOUR KILLER (Berto Pisano), THE CASE OF THE BLOODY IRIS (Bruno Nicolai) and THE BIRD WITH THE CRYSTAL PLUMAGE (Ennio Morricone). Special thanks to David Mackenzie for audio support. | 7 6 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Movie Matters Podcast - Episode 7 (127 Hours and Slumdog Millionaire) | The long-overdue seventh instalment of the Movie Matters podcast arrives in the form of a Danny Boyle special, looking at the two latest instalments in the gifted director's diverse filmography: SLUMDOG MILLIONAIRE and 127 HOURS. Co-hosts Lee Howard and Michael Mackenzie also discuss this year's Oscar results, take a look at this month's new DVD and Blu-ray releases, and induct another nominee into the Blu-ray Hall of Fame. The music sampled in this episode is from 127 HOURS ("The Funeral" by Band of Horses and "Never Hear Surf Music Again" by Free Blood) and SLUMDOG MILLIONAIRE (by A.R. Rahman), as well as the latest addition to the Blu-ray hall of fame. Special thanks to David Mackenzie for audio support. | 17 4 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Movie Matters Podcast - Episode 6 (The Wrestler and Black Swan) | The Movie Matters podcast continues with a Darren (REQUIEM FOR A DREAM) Aronofsky special, putting his latest film, the critically acclaimed BLACK SWAN, under the microscope, as well as his previous offering, the similarly acclaimed THE WRESTLER. The music sampled in this episode is from BLACK SWAN (Clint Mansell/Piotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky) and THE WRESLTER (Clint Mansell), as well as the latest addition to the Blu-ray hall of fame. Special thanks to David Mackenzie for audio support. | 24 2 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Movie Matters Podcast - Episode 5 (Top 10 Films of 2010) | In the first Movie Matters episode of 2011, co-hosts Lee Howard and Michael Mackenzie cast they eyes over the best (and some of the worst) films of 2010, counting down their ten favourites of the past year. The listeners also get their time in the spotlight with their own personal lists. With over 2 hours and 45 minutes of banter, this is the biggest Movie Matters episode yet! The music sampled in this episode is from INCEPTION (Symphony No. 3, 4th Movement: Passacaglia - Allegro Moderato by Krzysztof Penderecki), AMER (from WHAT HAVE THEY DONE TO YOUR DAUGHTERS? by Stelvio Cipriani), KICK-ASS (the Prodigy), the Millennium trilogy (Jacob Groth) and TOY STORY 3 (Randy Newman). Special thanks to David Mackenzie for audio support. | 19 1 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Movie Matters Podcast - Episode 4 (The Mist and The Ghost) | The Movie Matters podcast returns for its final episode of 2010. Co-hosts Lee Howard and Michael Mackenzie exchange Christmas presents, tackling Frank Darabont's THE MIST and Roman Polanski's THE GHOST (a.k.a. THE GHOST WRITER). We also discuss upcoming Blu-ray and DVD releases of interest, induct another title into the Blu-ray Hall of Fame, and discuss the films we tend to watch over the festive period. The music sampled in this episode is from HOME ALONE (John Williams), THE GOONIES (Dave Grusin) and TOY STORY (Randy Newman), with clips from THE MIST and THE GHOST. Special thanks to David Mackenzie for audio support. | 24 12 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Movie Matters Podcast - Episode 3 (Video Nasties: Moral Panic, Censorship &Videotape and I Spit On Your Grave) | The Movie Matters podcast returns with a special themed episode focussing on the "video nasties" phenomenon. In the third instalment, co-hosts Lee Howard and Michael Mackenzie examine Jake West's new documentary Video Nasties: Moral Panic, Censorship & Videotape, and then take on the nasty to end all nasties, Meir Zarchi's controversial I Spit on Your Grave. We also discuss upcoming Blu-ray and DVD releases of interest, induct another title into the Blu-ray Hall of Fame, and ponder the question: "Do you get scared by horror movies?" The music sampled in this episode is from What Have You Done to Solange? (Ennio Morricone), Videodrome (Howard Shore), Alien (Jerry Goldsmith) and Inferno (Keith Emerson), with clips from Video Nasties: Moral Panic, Censorship & Videotape and the theatrical trailer for I Spit on Your Grave. Special thanks to David Mackenzie for audio support. | 6 12 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Movie Matters Podcast - Episode 1 (The Girl Who Played with Fire and Se7en) | Movie Matters is a brand new film discussion and appreciation podcast. In this first episode hosts Lee Howard (Count Fosco) and Michael Mackenzie put recent UK cinema release THE GIRL WHO PLAYED WITH FIRE and the modern serial-killer classic SE7EN under the spotlight. The show also includes coverage of the very best blu-ray releases and the launch of our prestigious 'Image Quality Rankings Hall of Fame'. Music for this episode comes from SE7EN and the Millennium trilogy. Special thanks to David Mackenzie for audio support. | 2 11 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Movie Matters Podcast - Episode 2 (Halloween 2010 Special - The House of the Devil, Trick 'R Treat and The Exorcist) | All Hallows' Eve descends on the all-new Movie Matters podcast as co-hosts Lee Howard and Michael Mackenzie and special guest Rich Birkett of the Dedicated To Gamers podcast discuss three spooky seasonal treats: THE HOUSE OF THE DEVIL, TRICK 'R TREAT and THE EXORCIST. We also recommend five particularly impressive Blu-ray horror releases. The music sampled in this episode is from SUSPIRIA (Goblin), THE HOUSE OF THE DEVIL (Jeff Grace), TRICK 'R TREAT (Douglas Pipes), THE EXORCIST (Mike Oldfield - Tubular Bells), HALLOWEEN (John Carpenter) and THE DESCENT (David Julyan). Special thanks to David Mackenzie for audio support. | 2 11 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Customer Reviews
Keep them coming!
I'm well impressed by the first three shows. My only problem is, they're not coming out fast enough! Keep them coming!
Outstanding
Outstanding first few podcasts, looking forward to hearing more from this duo.
These guys know their stuff and the delivery of which makes for great listening.
Fantastic Film Podcast
From the opening episodes of this podcast, you can tell both hosts have a knowledge and enthusiasm for films and approach reviews with constructive criticism and intelligible conversation. Excellent.
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