The Film 89 Podcast

The Film 89 Podcast

Author: Film89.co.uk Language: English Episodes: 100
From the team behind Film89.co.uk comes The Film 89 Podcast, a regular dive into the worlds of cinema and television. This isn't just a series of quick takes; it's a proper discussion where the latest blockbuster releases are picked apart with thoughtful criticism, while beloved classics are revisited with the detailed care of a retrospective. You'll find episodes dedicated to audio commentaries, offering a fresh layer to familiar films, alongside curated rundowns of personal favourites within specific genres or themes. The conversation is driven by listener questions, making it a collaborative space for anyone passionate about the screen. Tune in for a podcast that balances immediate reaction with deep analysis, all delivered with the informed perspective of writers who live and breathe this stuff. Whether it's a brand-new series or a film from decades past, each episode focuses on a single topic, ensuring a thorough and engaging exploration every time.
Episodes
Episode 141: Episode 141 - Frankenstein (2025). [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:22:32
On Episode 141 of The Film ‘89 Podcast, Steve and Skye are joined by returning guest-host, John Arminio to give you their in-depth and spoiler-filled review and analysis of director Guillermo del Toro’s latest film, his…
Episode 140: Episode 140 - Fright Night (1985). [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:15:05
It’s that time of year again on The Film ‘89 Podcast as we bring you our 2025 Halloween Horror Special. Joining Skye are two returning co-hosts, Stephen Simpson and John Arminio, and the horror film they’ve picked as the…
Episode 139: Episode 139 - Mad Max: Fury Road (2015). [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:40:44
On Episode 139 of The Film ‘89 Podcast, Skye is joined by frequent co-host Leighton Winstone as well someone making her long awaited return to Film ’89 after she first appeared 5 years ago on Episode 55, our very good fr…
Episode 138: Episode 138 - Heat (1995). [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:21:36
It’s become something of a recurring theme on The Film ‘89 Podcast of late where the film being discussed has been described as “one of the big ones”, a film of such significance to the hosts that it fills them with an a…
Episode 137: Episode 137 - The 50th Anniversary of Jaws (1975). [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:09:17
Episode 137 of The Film ‘89 Podcast marks the first time that the guys revisit a film that’s already been covered on a previous episode. 5 years ago on Episode 52, Neil and Skye recorded an audio commentary for the 45th…
Episode 136: Episode 136 - Superman (2025). [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:42:27
On Episode 136 of The Film ‘89 Podcast, Steve and Skye are joined by a mighty trio of film experts, returning Film ‘89 co-hosts, Bill Scurry, John Arminio and Martin Kessler And this episode, your five hosts will be wear…
Episode 135: Episode 135 - Total Recall (1990). [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:33:05
On Episode 135 of The Film ’89 Podcast, Neil, Skye and Steve celebrate the 35th anniversary of yet another Arnold Schwarzenegger film, this time it’s the 1990 action-science-fiction classic, Total Recall. Following on fr…
Episode 134: Episode 134 - To Live and Die in L.A. (1985). [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:21:34
After a longer than expected Spring hiatus, The Film ’89 Podcast is back and on Episode 134, returning co-hosts Matthias Van De Roest and Bill Scurry join Steve and Skye to celebrate the 40th anniversary of acclaimed dir…
Episode 133: Episode 133 - Commando (1985). [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:45:18
It is with much regret that we come to the end of the journey that has been The Film ’89 Podcast, as tonight’s episode marks for the guys a peak of sorts, a culmination of the last 7 years which has all led to the film w…
Episode 132: Episode 132 - Raging Bull (1980). [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:51:36
On Episode 132 of The Film ’89 Podcast, Steve and Skye are joined by returning co-hosts, Jacob Rivera and Leighton Winstone to discuss a film from the director who has had the most coverage on Film ’89, with no less than…