The Watchlist
The Watchlist
Russ from Reel Dialogue and Hope 103.2’s Afternoons presenter Laura talk about some of the biggest movie and TV releases of the moment as they decipher the themes within entertainment and the cultural conversations they prompt us to have more broadly – every fortnight on The Watchlist. Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at hopepodcasts.com.au. And send the team a message via Hope 10…Social links:
E41 Moana 2: Can the sequel survive no Lin Manuel-Miranda?
In 2016 Disney introduced us to 'Moana',an adventurous teen living in ancient Polynesia set on saving her people. 8 years later Moana and her pal Maui are back, venturing into the deep waters of Oceania to help Moana become a master way-finder. Russ from Reel Dialogue and Laura debate how memorab…
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E40: WICKED on the Big Screen
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E39: Joker: Folie à Deux
Episode Summary: In this riveting episode of "The Watch List," host Russ Matthews dives deep into the much-anticipated film "Joker: Folie à Deux," starring Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga. With "Joker" having made a significant impact both culturally and financially with its first installment, expec…
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E38: Wild Robot
Episode Summary: Russ Matthews and Ben McEachen dive into "The Wild Robot," exploring why it’s not only the best animated film of the year but also one of the best films overall. They discuss the visual splendor, rich themes, and emotional depth of the movie, comparing it to classics like "The Iro…
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E37: Beetlejuice Beetlejuice
In this episode of The Watch List, Russ Matthews and Ben McEachen visit the spine-tingling world of Tim Burton's latest release, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice. The duo explores the sequel, which revives the beloved characters and macabre humor that first captured audiences over 36 years ago. While Michae…
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E36: The Forge
In this episode of "The Watch List," Russ Matthews and Ben McEachen dive deep into the faith-driven narrative of "The Forge," a new film by the Kendrick Brothers. They scrutinize the film’s approach to mentorship, discipleship, and the depiction of Christian values within modern culture. A blend of…
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E35: Trap & It Ends With Us
In this engaging episode of "The Watch List," host Russ Matthews joins forces with Ben McEachen from Hope 103.2 to delve into two captivating films, Trap by M. Night Shyamalan and It Ends With Us, an adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s bestselling novel. The episode kicks off with an exploration of Trap…
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E34: Deadpool and Wolverine
Russ Matthews and Ben McEachen dive deep into the highly anticipated yet controversial film, 'Deadpool and Wolverine.' This film, which brings together Ryan Reynolds' Deadpool and Hugh Jackman's Wolverine into the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), is dissected and analyzed from multiple angles. They…
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E33: Twisters
Russ Matthews and Laura Bennett get caught up in "Twisters", a brand-new, standalone sequel the disaster film "Twister" from 1996. Starring Daisy Edgar-Jones, Anthony Ramos and Glen Powell, this exciting disaster flick will have you on the edge of your seats. With a keen eye on the evolution of d…
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E32: The Bikeriders
Russ Matthews and Laura Bennett tackle "The Bike Riders," a new film by Jeff Nichols featuring Tom Hardy, Jodie Comer, and Austin Butler. They delve into the film's exploration of male camaraderie, the transformation of a motorcycle club into something darker, and the significance of belonging and …
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