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Cinetopia presents a special edition from the 2026 Venice International Film Festival. Amanda Rogers is joined by Martin Petrov and Matthew Floyd from International Film Festival Glasgow to discuss their experience on the Lido and festival highlights including Danny Boyle’s Ink, Werner Herzog’s Bucking Fastard, Martin McDonagh’s Wild Horse Nine, Florian Zeller’s Bunker, Lance Oppenheim’s Prime Time and more. Martin and Matthew also give us a preview of the newly announced programme for International Film Festival Glasgow, taking place from 10–15 November. Finally, Amanda sits down with filmmaker Robert Greene in Venice to discuss his new documentary Too Much Sugar, his approach to documentary filmmaking, performance and shared authorship. Show running times [01:20] Introduction and Venice International Film Festival discussion[21:33] Ink, dir. Danny Boyle[27:37] Bucking Fastard, dir. Werner Herzog[42:44] Wild Horse Nine, dir. Martin McDonagh[50:35] Bunker, dir. Florian Zeller[52:53] Primetime, dir. Lance Oppenheim [01:01:49] International Film Festival Glasgow 2026 preview[01:13:05] Interview with Robert Greene, director of Too Much Sugar Check out the International Film Festival Glasgow's programme and website at https://iffg.co.uk/ For more EIFF reviews and the full video interviews, visit the ⁠Cinetopia YouTube channel⁠ and ⁠cinetopia.co.uk. Cinetopia opening music composed by Rossano Cariello. Produced and hosted by Amanda Rogers.

Cinetopia presents our annual special edition from the 2026 Edinburgh International Film Festival. Amanda Rogers is joined by Garry Arnot and Mariana Duarte to discuss festival highlights including opening film The Incomer, Extra Geography, Tamra Davis’s The Best Summer, Gregg Araki’s I Want Your Sex, Hirokazu Kore-eda’s The Sheep in the Box and many more, including films competing for the Sean Connery Prize for Feature Filmmaking Excellence. Amanda and Veronica Buccino also bring you interviews from across the festival, featuring Tom Courtenay and Anna Calder-Smith from Queen at Sea; Bart Simpson, director of The Mad World of Harvey Kurtzman; Finlay Pretsell, director of Douglas Gordon by Douglas Gordon; Tamra Davis, director of The Best Summer; and members of the cast and crew of Extra Geography. Show running times [00:00] Introduction [02:01] The Incomer [09:12] The Sheep in the Box [28:05] I Want Your Sex [38:35] Interview with Bart Simpson, director of The Mad World of Harvey Kurtzman [48:46] The Best Summer review [57:24] Interview with director Tamra Davis [1:14:49] Interview with Finlay Pretsell, director of Douglas Gordon by Douglas Gordon [1:32:42] Extra Geography review and interview clip [1:37:11] Queen at Sea review and interview clip For more EIFF reviews and the full video interviews, visit the Cinetopia YouTube channel and cinetopia.co.uk. Cinetopia opening music composed by Rossano Cariello. Produced and hosted by Amanda Rogers.

Cinetopia's Amanda Rogers is joined by show regulars Jim Ross (Take One Magazine) and Garry Arnot (Cinema Perspective) for a preview of the Edinburgh International Film Festival 2026, discussing some of the films they're most looking forward to seeing at this year's festival. The team also reviews The Invite, Blue Heron, and Rosebush Pruning, exploring each film's themes, filmmaking and performances. Show running times [00:00] Introduction [02:45] Edinburgh International Film Festival 2026 Preview [15:20] The Invite (dir. Olivia Wilde) [39:48] Blue Heron (dir. Sophy Romvari) [56:20] Rosebush Pruning (dir. Karim Aïnouz)

Originally aired 18 June 2026. Cinetopia's Amanda is joined by show regulars Emma Jamieson and Mariana Duarte to discuss some of the month’s most talked-about new releases. The team begins with Backrooms, directed by Kane Parsons, before moving on to Disclosure Day, directed by Steven Spielberg, and concluding with Acting, directed by Sophie Fiennes. From internet-born horror and blockbuster science fiction to an intimate exploration of the actor’s craft, the conversation explores the films’ themes, filmmaking and performances. Show runing times [08:00] Backrooms (dir. Kane Parsons) [40:53] Disclosure Day (dir. Steven Spielberg) [01:03:53] Acting (dir. Sophie Fiennes)

In this month’s episode of the Cinetopia podcast, we review three new releases that each unfold in their own distinct world. We begin with The Drama, starring Zendaya and Robert Pattinson, a dramedy already generating conversation around its central twist. We then turn to Project Hail Mary, a science-fiction story built around a deeply unexpected relationship, before discussing Rose of Nevada, the latest from Mark Jenkin, a quietly uncanny, time-bending mystery starring Callum Turner and George MacKay. We also sit down with Mark Jenkin to talk about the film, his creative process, and how it connects to his earlier work as part of a Cornish trilogy. Plus, we look ahead to our Fiends in the Furrows folk-horror festival, including outdoor screenings of Enys Men and Rose of Nevada. Show Running Order00:15:30 – The Drama (dir. Kristoffer Borgli) Review00:44:23 – Project Hail Mary (dir. Phil Lord & Christopher Miller) Review01:06:52 – Rose of Nevada (dir. Mark Jenkin) Review01:24:46 – Mark Jenkin Interview01:56:20 – Closing Cinetopia is an Edinburgh-based film exhibition and events platform dedicated to curating distinctive cinema experiences across screenings, festivals, and live events. From new releases to archive works, Cinetopia brings audiences together through thoughtful programming, conversation, and a focus on film as a shared cultural experience. Find out more at www.cinetopia.co.uk Check out our Fiends in the Furrows festival, running from 23–26 April: www.fiendsinthefurrows.com

In this February edition of the Cinetopia Radio Show and Podcast, Amanda is joined by Cinetopia contributors Garry Arnot and Rosie Beattie for reviews of new releases. This month’s reviews include Emerald Fennell’s Wuthering Heights, Kristen Stewart’s The Chronology of Water, and Max Keegan’s documentary The Shepherd and the Bear. The episode also features an interview conducted by Veronica Buccino with Tom Bryant from MOVE Summit, Scotland’s animation and VFX gathering, which is taking place this week in Edinburgh. Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. [00:00] Introduction & Awards Season Check-InAmanda welcomes listeners, introduces Cinetopia contributors Garry Arnot and Rosie Beattie, and shares Oscar and awards season predictions. The team also previews the Glasgow Film Festival 2026 [13:05] Review: "Wuthering Heights" — dir. Emerald Fennell [40:05] Review: The Chronology of Water — dir. Kristen Stewart [47:28] Review: The Shepherd and the Bear — dir. Max Keegan [01:01:00] Interview: Tom Bryant — MOVE SummitInterview conducted by Veronica Buccino. [01:19:30] Closing - Final thoughts and wrap-up.

Cinetopia Radio – December Edition (originally aired on EHFM on 18th December 2025) Cinetopia Radio host Amanda Rogers is joined by Cinetopia contributors Isy Santini and Kat Zabecka for the final episode of 2025, looking at Kontinental ’25, Pillion, Alpha and Christy. Film Reviews 03:13 – Kontinental ’25Radu Jude’s Kontinental ’25 uses satire to examine bureaucracy and moral uncertainty in contemporary Europe. 20:25 – PillionA relationship study set within a UK gay biker BDSM subculture, focused on power, intimacy and control. 38:15 – Alpha — dir. Julia DucournauAlpha continues Ducournau’s exploration of the body, identity and transformation, extending themes of authorship and violence seen across her previous work. 47:38 – ChristyStarring Sydney Sweeney, Christy is a biopic of boxer Christy Martin, tracing her rise in the sport alongside her relationship with her abusive husband and trainer. We finish with a round-up of our individual favourite films from 2025.

Film reviews, festival conversations and special interviews with Yi Wang (Queer East) and Richard Mowe (French Film Festival UK). Episode Overview In this November edition of the Cinetopia Radio Show and Podcast, Amanda is joined by contributors Emma and Mariana for a packed episode of reviews and festival conversations. We begin with Jay Kelly, Noah Baumbach and Emily Mortimer’s new Hollywood character story starring George Clooney, before diving into Edgar Wright’s adrenaline-fuelled The Running Man, Yorgos Lanthimos’s wonderfully deranged Bugonia, and Rian Johnson’s latest Benoit Blanc mystery, Wake Up Dead Man. We also feature two interviews:• Yi Wang, Director of the Queer East Film Festival, speaking about this year’s programme.• Richard Mowe, Director of the French Film Festival UK, discussing the festival’s history and its 2025 highlights. Plus, a reminder to explore Cinetopia Recommends — our weekly guide to film events and opportunities across Scotland — and Cinetopia Connect, our free digital platform for screenings, jobs and community listings. [00:00] IntroductionAmanda welcomes listeners, introduces contributors Emma and Mariana, and sets up the films and interviews featured in this month’s episode. [03:40] Jay Kelly — dir. Noah Baumbach (co-written by Emily Mortimer)A Hollywood character story starring George Clooney as a man confronting the public version of himself — glossy, charming and tinged with self-reflection. [19:24] The Running Man — dir. Edgar WrightA high-energy, near-future chase thriller faithful to Stephen King’s novel, full of commentary on surveillance, spectacle and the machinery of entertainment. [31:20] Bugonia — dir. Yorgos LanthimosA ferocious conspiracy satire starring Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons. Wild, uncomfortable, brutally funny — Lanthimos back in sharp form. [42:43] Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery — dir. Rian Johnson Daniel Craig returns as Benoit Blanc, but Josh O’Connor absolutely steals the show in the third instalment of Rian Johnson’s cult mystery franchise. [56:09] Interview: Yi Wang — Director, Queer East Film FestivalVeronica Buccino speaks with Yi Wang about this year’s Queer East On The Road programme. [01:23:45] Interview: Richard Mowe — Director, French Film Festival UK - Richard Mowe reflects on the festival’s history and its 2025 highlights.

This month (October) the Cinetopia team — Amanda, Robert, Rosie and Emma — dive into the 2025 BFI London Film Festival from both sides of the border, unpacking the highlights, surprises and cinematic trends that defined this year’s programme. Episode breakdown: [00:00] Introduction & Festival Overview How this year’s LFF felt from both London and Scotland, what’s new, and how regional audiences are engaging with the festival. [15:00] Frankenstein — dir. Guillermo del Toro A bold and emotional reinterpretation of Mary Shelley’s classic, part-filmed in Scotland, blending gothic spectacle with del Toro’s empathy for the monster within. [28:05] I Was Just an Accident — dir. Jafar Panahi A road-movie-style reflection on guilt and redemption, rich with Panahi’s quiet humour and humanism, blurring the line between fiction and reality. [37:00] Die My Love — dir. Lynne Ramsay Ramsay returns with a visceral, intimate portrait of motherhood and rage, shot through with her trademark precision in image and sound. [46:45] Hamnet — dir. Chloé Zhao An emotional, gorgeous film that reimagines Shakespeare’s family life through the loss of his son, capturing the texture of grief and creative legacy. [01:01:00] Mastermind — dir. Kelly Reichardt Autumnal in tone and quietly comic, Reichardt’s latest turns the art-heist genre inside out, reflecting on the absurdities of creative ambition and failure. [01:10:15] Interview: Jali Collective — Tomiwa Folorunso and Carmen Thompson Amanda speaks with the co-founders of Jali Collective, a grassroots Edinburgh-based collective widening access to African cinema and celebrating Black, African and diaspora stories through film and culture. Join us for festival reflections, film chat, and a little cross-border cinephile gossip — from London to Edinburgh and beyond.

Cinetopia Radio – September Edition Cinetopia Radio host Amanda is joined by the Cinetopia team — Isy Santini, Simon Bowie, and Kat Zabecka — for this month's episode, where we review five distinctive new releases and bring you a set of exciting conversations with filmmakers and festival organisers. Film Reviews 4:50 - Highest 2 Lowest (dir. Spike Lee)- Lee's English-language reinterpretation of Kurosawa's High and Low stars Denzel Washington as a music mogul who faces a moral crisis when a ransom plot targets his chauffeur's son. Relocated to contemporary New York, Lee transforms the classic crime thriller into a sharp exploration of inequality and power. Streaming on Apple TV+ 15:40 - Honey, Don't! (dir. Ethan Coen) Margaret Qualley stars as a small-town private investigator delving into strange deaths tied to a mysterious church. The second in Coen's "lesbian B-movie trilogy," this neo-noir dark comedy mixes absurdist humor with genre conventions in his typically offbeat style. In UK cinemas now 24:35 - Put Your Soul on Your Hand and Walk (dir. Sepideh Farsi) - Shot through video calls over 200+ days, this documentary captures life in Gaza through exchanges between filmmaker Farsi and Palestinian photojournalist Fatima Hassouna. A poignant meditation on survival under siege, made more profound by Hassouna's tragic death in an airstrike after the film's Cannes selection. Distributed by Dogwoof - www.dogwoof.com 36:33 - Happyend (dir. Neo Sora) - Set in near-future Tokyo bracing for a devastating earthquake, Sora's narrative debut follows teenage friends navigating personal struggles as foreshocks predict disaster. The film weaves fragments of youth and anxiety into a haunting meditation on memory and belonging. UK distribution by Modern Films - www.modernfilms.com 50:28 - Paul and Paulette Take a Bath (dir. Jethro Massey) An American photographer and French girl spark an unusual friendship around reenacting notorious Parisian crimes from bygone eras. This surreal British debut won the Audience Award at Venice Critics' Week. Distributed by Conic Films Alongside the reviews, we feature three in-depth interviews: 1:04:00 Paul Sng joins Amanda Rogers to discuss Reality is Not Enough, his new documentary portraying author Irvine Welsh, ahead of its UK release later this month. 1:23:40 Marta Massa, representing Iberodocs, talks with Veronica Buccino about the festival's mission to celebrate Ibero-American culture through film 1:37:18 Hannah Papacek Harper chats with Clara Strachan about her award-winning short Lost for Words, which took home the North Light Award at Montrose LandxSea Film Festival.

Cinetopia show host Amanda Rogers, Cinetopia co-founder, is joined by Emma Jamieson and Clara Strachan for a special edition of the Cinetopia Radio Show, reflecting on highlights from the 78th Edinburgh International Film Festival (August 14–20, 2025). In this episode, the team looks back on the festival’s standout films and shares exclusive conversations with some of the filmmakers and talent behind them. The team discusses four of the most talked-about titles from EIFF 2025, all of which will be ones to watch as they reach cinemas and streaming: Sorry, Baby: Opening this year’s festival, Eva Victor’s acclaimed comedy-drama follows Agnes (played by Victor herself) as she navigates friendship, creativity, and recovery after trauma. A Sundance favorite making its UK premiere, the film captures the subtleties of resilience with Victor’s signature blend of wit and sensitivity. Bulk: The latest from Ben Wheatley, a mysterious, late-night thrill ride that world premiered at the festival. A quintessential midnight madness movie that is unsettling, mischievous, and full of Wheatley’s signature energy. Two Neighbors: From the Edinburgh Fringe comes Ondine Viñao’s visually stunning, punkish, and remarkably assured debut. A modern retelling of an Aesop fable with a viral-meme twist, it stars Anya Chalotra and Chloe Cherry as a struggling writer and a wealthy socialite whose lives collide over one chaotic night at a debauched party. With bold visuals and fearless humor, Two Neighbors is a wild ride that firmly establishes Viñao as a filmmaker to watch. Islands: A stylish neo-noir mystery from Jan-Ole Gerster, starring Sam Riley, Stacy Martin, and Jack Farthing. Set against the haunting beauty of Fuerteventura, it follows Tom, a washed-up tennis pro turned resort coach, numbing his emptiness with alcohol and fleeting affairs until a chance encounter with a mysterious family offers him a dangerous escape. Interview - Julie Pacino: On her debut feature I Live Here Now, Pacino discusses using horror to explore personal trauma, her decision to shoot on film, and inspirations from David Lynch to Jane Schoenbrun. Interview - Zlatko Burić, Ella Rumpf and Harry Lagoussis: The cast and director of Novak share the film’s unusual inspiration, including the myth of Atlantis, and their collaborative process. Interview - Constantine Costi: Director of The Golden Spurtle talks about discovering this charming documentary subject, working with Charlie Miller, and capturing both the quirky porridge competition and the warmth of a Highland community. Whether you missed the festival or are curious about what is next on the cinematic horizon, this episode is your insider’s guide to the films of EIFF 2025 and the ones you will want to look out for soon.

On the May edition of the Cinetopia radio show and podcast, the team, Amanda and Clara, review new release films such as SINNERS, THE GOOD ONE, THE SURFER and MAKE IT TO MUNICH, Amanda interviews the heads of Filmhouse, Rod White and Andrew Simpson, who share the latest on the opening ofEdinburgh’s beloved arthouse cinema…coming very soon! Also Beatrice Minger, director of the docufiction film E.1027Eileen Gray and the House by the Sea, and Ciaran Lyons whodirected Tummy Monster, a Scottish film making it’s rounds around UK cinemas at the moment. Run of Show - 3.30 - SINNERS 14.58 - GOOD ONE 26.30 - THE SURFER 39.10 - MAKE IT TO MUNICH 49.45 - FILM HOUSE interview (Andrew Simpson and Rod White) 1.14.40 - Interview with Beatrice Minger, director of E.1027 EILEEN GRAY AND THE HOUSE BY THE SEA 1.42.20 - Interview with Ciaran Lyons, director of TUMMY MONSTER

On the April edition of the Cinetopia radio show and podcast, this month's team (Rosie Beattie, Kat Zabecka, and Amanda Rogers) review three new release films, SEBASTIAN directed by Mikko Mäkelä, FOUR MOTHERS, directed by Darren Thorton, and DESIRE: THE CARL CRAIG STORY, directed by Jean-Cosme Delaloye. Amanda also interviews Mikko Mäkelä, director of SEBASTIAN on this edition. Show timings - 6.17 - SEBASTIAN review 27.25 - Interview with Mikko Mäkelä, Director of SEBASTIAN 50.20 - FOUR MOTHERS review 1.05.30 - DESIRE, THE CARL CRAIG STORY review Cinetopia connects the film community through screenings, events, networking, and content with a mission to inspire filmmakers and enthusiasts alike, and foster meaningful conversations and connections. More information at our website www.cinetopia.co.ukIn addition to our podcast, check out our new Substack - Cinetopia: Recommends 🍿Film screenings, events, opportunities and film news for the week / month ahead, covering Edinburgh, Glasgow and beyond! Helping you stay connected to the film community... 🎉 https://cinetopia.substack.com/

On the March edition of the Cinetopia Radio show and podcast, Cinetopia's Amanda Rogers is joined by show regulars Simon Bowie, Garry Arnot and Robert Ewing, who cover this year's Glasgow Film Festival - including reviews of Nocturnal, Peacock, Homegrown, and Stealing Pulp Fiction. We also review new release films currently out in cinemas including Mickey 17, On Falling, and The Last Showgirl. Amanda also talks with Allison Strauss, Founder and Festival Director of HippFest, Scotland's first and only festival of silent film with live music, which s happening right now from 19th-23rd of March -https://www.hippodromecinema.co.uk/hippfest/ Don't forget to check out our Kim's Video Film Tour across the UK popping up in 20+ venues across the UK- https://cinetopia.co.uk/kimsvideo and also subscribe to our Substack, Cinetopia's regular round-up of film-related happenings, opportunities, and insights - helping the film community stay connected! -https://cinetopia.substack.com/

On the February edition of the Cinetopia Radio Show & Podcast, the team (Clara, Garry, and Amanda) go to Berlin to cover the 75th Berlinale, reviewing 4 films, Peter Hujar’s Day directed by Ira Sachs and starring Ben Whishaw and Rebecca Hall Blue Moon, directed by Richard Linklater and Starring Ethan Hawke, Margaret Qualley, Andrew Scott and BobbyCanavale Lesbian Space Princess, an Australian animation by Emma Hough Hobbs, Leela Varghese, and finally Koki Ciao, which won Berlinale Shorts CUPRA Filmmaker Award. Cinetopia contributor Clara Strachan interviews Quentin Miller, the director of Koki Ciao, and Cinetopia's host, Amanda, sat down with Billy Shebar, the director of Monk in Pieces, a documentary about the new york avante-garde artist and composer, Meredith Monk.