Cine-Critique

Diesel By Request tour is happening, Mark Lizotte aka Diesel, an American born Aussie musician with hits and memories since the 80s. Enjoy our conversation on career, writing tunes, Australian music industry, Tina Turner & a lot more including (Johnny Diesel and the Injectors) 

dieselmusic.com.au tour information  

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IT Welcome to Derry, young stars Arian S. Cartya and Blake Cameron James in conversation on creepy horror series, how they got the role, snacks on set and more, enjoy!      WELCOME TO DERRY on HBO MAX prequel to Stephen King's IT. also starring Taylour Paige, James Remar, Madeleine Stowe, Clara Stack, Chris Chalk, Bill Skarsgard

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James Remar is General Shaw in Stephen King IT prequel WELCOME TO DERRY. We discuss making the horror series and his long career so far beginning in cult action film THE WARRIORS all the way to OPPENHEIMER and THE ODYSSEY with multiple television roles in between including DEXTER, SEX AND THE CITY, GIRLS

IT. WELCOME TO DERRY on HBO MAX also with Taylour Paige, Madeleine Stowe, Clara Stack, Matilda Lawler, Bill Skarsgard as Pennywise.

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Globally renowned Opera star Australian Siobhan Stagg discussing being Juliette, in classic rendition of Romeo et Juliette, also discussing global experiences on and off stage, what a lovely and curiously interesting person to spend time with. Enjoy.

Romeo et Juliette - state opera of South Australia directed by Rodula Gaitanou also starring Charlotte Kelso, Kyall Stegall, Catriona Barr and more wonderful talent. 

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Greek national treasure Rodula Gaitanou, acclaimed, hard working globally renowned Opera director impressing with her extraordinary and wonderous visions to entertain. Enjoy our conversation on an array of subjects including her hidden cooking talents. ROMEO ET JULIETTE stateopera.com rodulagaitanou.com

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Scintillating Australian singer of extreme magnitude, Charlotte Kelso discussing Romeo et Juliette (State Opera South Australia production) and her career so far. See, hear, read more charlottekelsosoprano.com or stateopera.com.au

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One of my favourites Griffin Dunne, part of timeless vintage Tinseltown his entire life, brought up within a famous family of writers, performers and surrounded by classic talent of all eras. I hope you enjoy our in depth discussion.

As an actor I saw him repeatedly in memorable films in the VHS days and beyond.

Author of THE FRIDAY AFTERNOON CLUB A Family Memoir, recalling love, laughter and tragic loss of a beloved sister / daughter, a story so sad but also full of life as told by a loving Griffin. Scattered with anecdotes and observations...

Terrific apocalyptic road movie with sweeping romantic themes When I'm Ready, was written by, starring Andrew Ortenberg. Enjoy our discussion on the indie film and his acting career / aspirations. 

WHEN I'M READY rent / buy digital platforms "Defiant Screen Entertainment" also starring June Schreiner, Dermot Mulroney, Lauren Cohen, Dominique Booth. 

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Wonderful talent, interesting actor JUNE SCHREINER took time out preparing for a stage performance of classic A Streetcar Named Desire, to discuss apocalyptic romantic road movie, When I'm Ready. June is a star on the rapid rise, enjoy our chat.

WHEN I'M READY rent / buy digital platforms from Defiant Screen Entertainment. It's a little indie film with huge production value and a cast including Dermot Mulroney, Lauren Cohan, Andrew Ortenberg and Dominique Booth. Seek it out. 

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Established actor over decades, also a director of note, Louis Mandylor in conversation on dramatic war action Prisoner of War. It follows a British captive held in camp and forced to fight by Japanese soldiers. Louis has been part of such diverse films as My Big Fat Greek Wedding, Warm Texas Rain, Mafia, Angel Blade, Night Walk, The Flood.  

PRISONER OF WAR rent>buy digital platforms; featuring an above level performance from acclaimed star Scott Adkins. Released from EAGLE ENTERTAINMENT AUSTRALIA

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Quality independent Australian horror thriller, suspenseful paranormal mystery, ROTTEN is part of Monster Fest 2025. Enjoy my discussion with star Kate Lister alongside writer / director Phoenix Raei on their production company and the inception of Rotten, getting it to the big screen. 

They're also married with children so with that in mind, time management and the constraints of making a film make for some interesting stories from these two ultra cool, talented individuals. 

ROTTEN

Once Upon a Time Films  monsterfest.com.au

also starring Nick Farnell, Elle Mandalis, Don Bridges, Erin Kearns. 

Michael Weatherly & Cote De Pablo veterans of everlasting series NCIS have their own show; Tony & Ziva based in Europe full of intrigue, pizazz, most of all fun. Enjoy my brief conversation with the pair on their love of the characters and more.

NCIS: TONY & ZIVA Paramount+ also starring Amita Suman, James D'Arcy, Lara Rossi

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Journeyman actor / musician Steven Wiig has been in a ton of terrific movies including excellent true story I'm Charlie Walker + award contender One Battle After Another, also one of my personal favourites, US. Steven has worked with many significant filmmakers in particular Paul Thomas Anderson multiple times.

Enjoy our conversation on his career and the importance of indie I'm Charlie Walker. 

I'M CHARLIE WALKER rent / buy digital platforms > Defiant Screen Entertainment

also starring Carl Lumbly, Dylan Baker, Emma Caufield Ford, Mike Colter.

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Enlightening discussion with Nashville born, unique multitalented filmmaker ANNAPURNA SRIRAM proudly presenting her film F...Toys at the Sydney Underground Film Festival. Wonderful human Annapurna is humble, creative and interesting, 

enjoy our chat on her feel good road movie, outrageous comedy, emotional escapism of individuality -  F***TOYS 

also starring Sadie Scott, Nikki Dixon, Ellen Harvey

SUFF Sydney Underground Film Festival has been successful for many years and growing showcasing something different, new *& retro. 

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Supersonic talent Emilia Jones (CODA, CAT PERSON, THE RUNNING MAN) talks Task, a simmering FBI crime thriller series in which she has a multi-layered role alongside Mark Ruffalo, Martha Plimpton, Owen Teague.

TASK exclusive HBO MAX (I binged all 7 episodes in two days) a top shelf drama concerning motorcycle gangs, missing persons, family emotions, FBI investigation

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Inspiring actor Heather Graham, part of Hollywood longevity through decades of great work. Chosen Family; written by, produced, directed, starring HG in a comedy drama of eternally single successful woman who may have met the man of her dreams, or is he. 

Heather & I in conversation on making the film and other career highlights, enjoy. 

CHOSEN FAMILY rent / buy digital platforms; Australia EAGLE ENTERTAINMENT also starring Julia Stiles, Odessa Rae, Andrea Savage, Michael Gross, Thomas Lennon, Julie Halston, John Brotherton. 

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Catching up with Kiwi actor Morgana O'Reilly discussing sharply written series Playing Gracie Darling, also being part of The White Lotus (S3), Housebound (2014).

A delightful Morgana talks on-set in Hawksbury river, praise of Gracie Darling co-stars and so much more more including the Emmy Award recognition of The White Lotus.

PLAYING GRACIE DARLING on Paramount+  also starring Kristina Bojic, Chloe Brink, Celia Pacquola, Dan Spielman, Saiesha Sundaralingam  

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Terrific actor Albert Mwangi in conversation on being part of Primitive War, an independent Australian action sci-fi film gaining attention globally directed by Luke Sparke who brings together Vietnam War drama with dinosaur adventure. 

Also a part of hit series, BUMP and Aussie road-trip drama, WITH OR WITHOUT YOU, Albert reflects on career so far coming from Nigeria with a passion for the arts. 

PRIMITIVE WAR also starring Jeremy Piven, Tricia Helfer, Ryan Kwanten, Ana Thu Nguyen. Filmed in Queensland by multitalented filmmaker Luke Sparke. Sparke Films. SEE IT IN CINEMAS on limited release globally or...

Hollywood star, charismatic Jeremy Piven in Sydney discussing Primitive War, the Australian made relentless war action dinosaur survival adventure soaring to immediate high praise, by fans and critics alike. Our chat also has mention of his roles in, Heat (1995) PCU (1994) Just Write (1997) and The Performance (2023)

PRIMITIVE WAR > also starring Tricia Helfer, Ryan Kwanten, Ana Thu Nguyen, Albert Mwangi, Nick Wechsler, Carlos Sanson jr.  Directed by Luke Sparke 

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Terrific indie thriller Unit 234, writer Derek Steiner is only scratching the surface in Hollywood, enjoy our conversation on achievements so far, particularly brilliant UNIT 234 _ starring Don Johnson, Isabelle Fuhrman, Jack Huston.

Directed by Andy Tennant - Eagle Entertainment Australia rent/buy digital platforms / DVD

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Rock & Roll hall of fame legend Alice Cooper discussed with me getting his original band back together for The Revenge of Alice Cooper, acting in Wayne's World, Nightmare on Elm St part 6 Freddy's Dead in 3D, playing the piano in Sextette and more. 

Enjoy our conversation down the line while he was on tour in the US, I even reminded him of a soundtrack song he had forgotten about, one of my favourites.

https://alicecooper.com/  THE REVENGE OF ALICE COOPER album now available in various formats including beautiful vinyl collectors edition. 

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Years in the making, Red Sonja is back with Matilda Lutz as the conquering hero and interesting productive director, MJ Bassett lovingly at the helm. Enjoy my conversation with MJ on all aspects behind the scenes and previous films including Rogue (2020) Endangered Species (2021) which in turn are linked to RED SONJA 

Limited global cinema release 2025 before digital VOD rent / buy - starring Matilda Lutz, Wallis Day, Danica Davis, Eliza Matengu, Robert Sheehan. It's a 6/10 from me.

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On the scene since an early teen, Ella Hooper of Killing Heidi is all style, attitude, a true rock and roll innovator, also a regular contributor on radio. I admire her range.

Wild Turkey Music 101 is happening as we discuss an Australian music initiative through upcoming gigs with emerging local artists and a range of classic songs on the playlist at various pub venues. wildturkeymusic.com.au 

killingheidiofficial.com REFLECTOR their debut album released was in 2000

This is a Cine-Critique music mode edition find me @Movie_Analyst for more

In conversation with vivacious, trailblazer Wendy James of Transvision Vamp, a British rock, glam, slight jazz influenced, energetic live band heading down under on tour headlining Australia wide, early 2026 (Feb) I had a blast talking with Wendy not only about what to expect on stage but hearing stories regarding her love of flight, Elvis Costello, Michael Hutchence and more. Enjoy!

TRANSVISION VAMP tickets on sale destryalllines.com

Pop Art - 1988 > Velveteen - 1989 - > Little Magnets vs the Bubble of Babble - 1991

Wendy James' Solo Albums x 4 in my favourite order

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Stars of stunningly epic series Alien Earth; Sydney Chandler, Babou Ceesay join me in a light, funny, informative discussion on being part of the sci-fi legacy set before Ridley Scott original Alien (1979). I really enjoyed talking with this cool duo. *Spoiler free. 

ALIEN EARTH > creator Noah Hawley Disney+ in Australia (FX Hulu) streaming from August 2025  - also starring

Essie Davis, Erana James (interview with Essie + Erana also on Cine-Critique) Diem Camille,  Timothy Olyphant, Alex Lawther, Kit Young

President of Scott Free productions Alien Earth producer interview also on Cine-Critique with David W. Zucker. 

Multitalented Steve Kostanski in conversation on creature feature comedy horror Frankie Freako, a movie that has been a hit with horror afficionados, it's funny, creative, purposely gross. 

Genre expert puppet creator Steve also directed Psycho Gorman + 'superior' The Void. 

FRANKIE FREAKO  starring Kristy Wordsworth, Conor Sweeney, Brandi Boulet, Adam Brooks, Meredith Sweeney; written, directed, edited, produced by Steve Kostanski   *Rent/buy digital platforms globally

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ALIEN EARTH series producer, long time Ridley Scott collaborator David W. Zucker discusses the long journey for this highly anticipated FX production on Disney+ in Australia. An incredibly interesting conversation, all too brief but informative stories behind the scenes.

ALIEN LEGACY 

Season one 8x episodes. Starring Sydney Chandler, Babou Ceesay, Erana James, Essie Davis, Timothy Olyphant

Shane A. Bassett @Movie_Analyst 

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Actor duo, Australian Essie Davis (The Babadook) New Zealander Erana James (The Wilds) in conversation on ALIEN EARTH set two years before events of Alien (1979). 

Hear relatively spoiler-free behind-the-scenes stories of the detailed production and more fun facts regarding this highly anticipated FX series on DISNEY+ Australia and streaming around the world continuing the iconic Alien Legacy. 

ALIEN EARTH

created by Noah Hawley (Fargo - Legion) 

also starring Timothy Olyphant, Sydney Chandler, Babou Ceesay, Diem Camille

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As Billy in Stranger Things, Dacre Montgomery was swept into the pop culture stratosphere, a solid Aussie actor showing off dramatic poise in film festival favourite, Went Up A Hill, seriously good in a high emotional role as he did in underseen Christmas chiller, Better Watch Out (2016). 

We discuss co-star Vicky Krieps, the amazing New Zealand location, thoughts on independent film, what his process to acting is and so much more; including auditioning for Elvis (2022) 

> WENT UP A HILL also starring Vicky Krieps, Arlo Green, Sarah Peirse.

2025 premiere at Toronto International Film Festival 

Super cool, talented on the court, equally as supreme in sports media Bianca Chatfield in conversation on Netball Grand Final clash Vixens vs Fever Sat Aug 2nd 2025 and opinions on the game evolving to possible inclusion in OLYMPIC GAMES (sport edition of cine-critique)

Melbourne Vixens vs West Coast Fever in Australia 

Live on Kayo Freebies, Fox Sports Netball, Binge 

18.30 (6.30pm) Saturday August 2nd 2025 or delayed on demand

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Outstanding human, dynamic auteur, Mitzi Peirone in conversation on remarkably captivating indie mystery chiller SAINT CLARE, a film that creates discussion. 

Go behind the scenes on the making of the film and personal career stories of the triumphantly emerging filmmaker.

SAINT CLARE on digital platforms

Starring 

Bella Thorne, Rebecca De Mornay, Ryan Phillipe, Erica Dasher, Frank Whaley

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Celia Rose Gooding, Babs Olusanmokun, Melissa Navia talk being part of Star Trek series Strange New Worlds (prequel to original 1966 show) This wonderful talented trio discuss evolving characters, set design and more, enjoy our brief, entertaining conversation.              STAR TREK STRANGE NEW WORLDS Paramount+

now streaming globally - 

cast also includes, Anson Mount, Australian Jess Bush, Rebecca Romjin, 

Ethan Peck, Christina Chong

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On game day State-of Origin-3 (2025) the great Wally Lewis emperor of Lang Park recalls running out for the Maroons vs the Blues, game 1. (1980) 

The first historic encounter of state-vs-state Queensland-vs-New South Wales

Also we discuss his view on rugby league, past - present - future. 

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Ancestry Road is an emotional drama of family love and history, one of the great cast Jessica Stanley, in conversation on the making of this Australian indie, filming in Tasmania and her career so far, a lovely, talented person to get to know, enjoy!

ANCESTRY ROAD 

on demand rent / buy digital platforms

Also starring Jodie Wolfe, Charlotte Gray, Seb Muirhead, John Xintavelonis

writted, directed by Glenn Triggs

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Acclaimed British filmmaker, actor, one time Bond 007 henchman, Sean Cronin has a enlightening, informative conversation on the making of indie vampire opus  Bogieville. A creative horror, with emotional ties and unexpected outcomes.

BOGIEVILLE - also starring Arifin Putra, Eloise Lovell Anderson, Sarah Alexandra Marks, Sarina Taylor, Jonathan Hansler, Poppy Jae Hughes.

rent / buy digital platforms UK - check other territories

Sean also recommends DRAINED - 

another vampire odyssey but extremely different film to Bogieville, he made and stars in 

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Beautiful, versatile, prominent Rena Owen; New Zealand actor, a lifetime of great roles; Star Wars, Once Were Warriors, The Orville and one of my favourites Rapa Nui, in conversation with me ahead of appearing at SUPANOVA Pop Culture Convention. We even discuss The Crow Wicked Prayer. Enjoy our discussion.

SUPANOVA SYDNEY June 2025

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Lovely Tia Carrera, Grammy winner, one of Hawaii's finest talent, talks with me on an array of insights in a career spanning decades, we focus on Wayne's World, 

the retro favourite she'll present live with a Q&A in Melbourne (Astor Theatre) Sydney (Hayden Orpheum) >> https://dandelts.com.au/tia-carrere/

and appearing SUPANOVA Pop Culture convention Sydney June 2025 https://www.supanova.com.au/guests/tia-carrere/

Besides Wayne's World 1&2 our detailed conversation includes True Lies, Harley Davidson and the Marlboro Man, Kull the Conqueror, High School High,

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Glorious melodic vocalist Celeste of acclaimed Australian outfit Ghostseeker in conversation on album Divergence, her career and life in an evolving industry. 

DIVERGENCE 

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Written and directed by Cameron Crowe, Say Anything (1989) is an absolute classic; star Ione Skye was part of the 80s & 90s young hot Hollywood scene, a different era recalled in her memoir 'Say Everything'. Enjoy our conversation, it was an honour to hear stories and memories from someone I grew up admiring.

Some talk topics include being in the audience of MTV Nirvana Unplugged, late great friend River Phoenix, missing out on a role in Heathers, working with film icon Maureen O'Sullivan, appearing in David Fincher film Zodiac and much more.  

Say Everything

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For decades carving out an exceptional reputation on the Australian music scene, THE LIVING END led my frontman Chris Cheney, a multi-talent and top bloke, passionate about Aussie bands, live music and a whole slew of other things we address in our conversation, including new single, ALFIE. 

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