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It's that time of the year for Uncut, we review the past 12 months, or at least a good half of it. Join Rob, Kat, Caitlyn, Andy, Graham, Simon, Aidan, Mike, and Robyn for the the second half of the best of 2025, including a healthy slab of film festival picks. We discuss the following... deep breath, here we go... Superman, One Battle After Another, 28 Years Later, The Shrouds, Bring Her Back, Weapons, Together, Caught Stealing, The Life of Chuck, The Long Walk, From Ground Zero: Stories from Gaza, Happyend, The Toxic Avenger, The Golden Spurtle, Roofman, The Mastermind, Bugonia, Frankenstein, One More Shot, The Running Man, I Swear, Alpha, Keeper, Predators, Reflection in a Dead Diamond, The Ice Tower, Pillion, Wake Up Dead Man, Then, in the festivals section...Mother of Flies, Man Finds Tape, Burning, Kinky, Mag Mag, Redux Redux, Dooba Dooba, Crossword, Human, Weekend at the End of the World, Tribe, Worm Town, I See the Demon, and Lesbian Space Princess. Now you could say that I just ruined the surprise by including every title included here, but I disagree, I just made it easier to add to your watchlist later. You're welcome. As for Part One, you can Listen Here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5DXqMSlor047SzzbF7Gc9L We will be having a little break for now, just as I address and get the ball rolling on the interview portion of the podcast going forward, and get pre-production rolling on my second short film. It's called MARA, and hopefully it is coming to a film festival near you in 2026. Until next time, thanks for listening. The video version will drop soon on YouTube, but given how much more is required to edit that, it'll be with you as soon as we can manage.

It’s the Uncut Network Christmas Special! Join Rob, Kat, Caitlyn, and Faye for a holiday episode that’s a little different. We’re not talking about Santa or heart-warming family tales. We’re diving into the best stealth Christmas movies — films and specials set during the holidays but that aren't about the holidays. These are the perfect picks for when the main event is over and you want something with a bit more… edge. This eclectic list is packed with wild and wonderful picks perfect for Boxing Day and beyond. Consider this your official warning: some of these inclusions get pretty adult. Don't expect all-ages recommendations here, unless your family has a famously filthy sense of humour! We’re spoiling the movie titles in the timestamps, so dive in blind or skip ahead to see if your favourite made the list. 00:00:00 - Intro00:12:07 - First Pick00:18:58 - Second Pick00:24:53 - Third Pick00:30:39 - Fourth Pick00:35:59 - Fifth Pick00:47:16 - Sixth Pick00:54:32 - Seventh Pick01:04:17 - Eighth Pick01:11:01 - Lightning Round01:15:07 - Outro Coming Next on Uncut: Stick with us for another festive tradition! We're teaming up with Pop Screen for our annual review, highlighting the best movies of 2025 from January to December. You can't do one of them until the year's actually over, after all. Uncut Network Podcast: Subscribe for more unfiltered movie discussions, deep dives, and specials.

It's that time of the year again, it's time for the new series debut of Uncut and to do this we have one of our annual traditions - the frightfest special. To do this, Rob is joined by Kat, Faye and Sarah to talk the highs, lows and everything in between of the UK's capital horror film festival. Did you go, what did you think? 00:00:00 - Welcome to the Frightfest Special 00:04:00 - Redux Redux 00:13:55 - Tomb Watcher 00:20:23 - Above the Knee 00:27:02 - The Descent & Marshmallow 00:32:35 - Human 00:39:40 - The Toxic Avenger 00:46:58 - Portal to Hell 00:52:25 - Hellcat 00:56:00 - Other Frightfest Happenings 00:58:39 - Lowlights of Frightfest 01:03:43 - Other Shoutouts 01:10:00 - Was it a Good Frightfest? 01:19:34 - Find us on Socials

What does it take to become a face—a brand—in cinema? For cult icon Joe Shishido, the answer is one of film's wildest stories: he reportedly had cheek implants to make his face wider, more rugged, and utterly unforgettable. In this episode of Uncut, I'm joined by Ben (Cymreig Samurai) to unpack the myth and the movies behind Japan's most iconic tough guy. We're breaking down the trilogy of films that made him a legend: the jazz-soaked, minimalist hitman masterpiece "A Colt Is My Passport"; the explosively titled and brilliantly chaotic "Detective Bureau 2-3: Go to Hell, B&st&rds!"; and the grim, revenge-fuelled yakuza epic "Massacre Gun." We go beyond the cheeks to explore his essential collaborations with directors like Seijun Suzuki, his unique place in the Nikkatsu studio system, and why his cool, cynical persona continues to influence filmmakers today. This is Uncut—the deep dive into the icons you can't forget. 00:00:00 - Intro 00:12:07 - Detective Bureau 2.3 00:42:11 - A Colt is my Passport 01:02:05 - Massacre Gun 01:23:52 - Chitty Chat For more from the geek show, check out our website: thegeekshow.co.uk For the Patreon, visit: patreon.com/thegeekshow

Join the Uncut crew on The Geek Show as we venture into the bizarre and brilliant filmography of Yorgos Lanthimos, the Oscar-winning director hailed as the modern king of cinematic weirdness. In this deep-dive episode, we unpack the themes, styles, and lasting impact of his most iconic films. We start with the shocking and surreal "Dogtooth" (Κυνόδοντας), the Greek film that announced his unique talent to the world. Then, we delve into the chilling, modern Greek tragedy of "The Killing of a Sacred Deer," analysing its haunting performances from Colin Farrell and Nicole Kidman. Finally, we break down his critical and commercial smash, "The Favourite," exploring how its acidic wit and visual style won over the Academy. Along the way, we discuss why Lanthimos has become a creative home for actors looking to push boundaries, his exceptional track record of creating complex, award-winning roles for women, and the recurring themes of power, control, and the absurd rules of society that define his work. Some of our talking points... Analysing Yorgos Lanthimos's directorial style and the "Greek Weird Wave." Breaking down the unsettling family dynamics in Dogtooth. The modern morality tale and clinical horror of The Killing of a Sacred Deer. How The Favourite balanced Lanthimos's weirdness with Oscar success. His legacy as a filmmaker and his influence on modern cinema. Films Discussed: Dogtooth, The Killing of a Sacred Deer, The Favourite, The Lobster, Poor Things. Find more episodes at: www.thegeekshow.co.uk 00:00:00 INTRO00:06:38 DOGTOOTH00:29:00 THE KILLING OF A SACRED DEER00:52:30 THE FAVOURITE01:18:36 OTHER MOVIES01:28:31 LEGACY01:33:37 OUTRONext episodes: Kurt Russell & Joe Shishido

Uncut is back after a spotty few months, and to mark this return we are looking at a modern favourite in Alex Garland. Joined by Graham (Pop Screen), Kat (Hollywood News/Movies with Mummy) and Simon (London International Fantastic Film Fest), we talk talk about his origins as an author, his detour into writing for video games, and more before heading straight into three of his most discussed movies. Those three films are the fine aged wine of Ex Machina, the most divisive work that he'll ever produce in Men, and the forthcoming documentary of Civil War. Also, stay around till the end of the podcast when we announce what is coming up on the podcast in 2026. Until next time with Yorgos Lanthimos, thanks for watching/listening.

And with this episode on David Lynch, Series 4 of Uncut concludes. Told you it'd be shorter this time around. On this episode, Rob is joined by Lynch-lifer, Graham, to talk about Wild at Heart, The Straight Story and Inland Empire. Along the way, we touch on the connections to Satoshi Kon, the love of Mid-Western American Values, John Waters, alongside many references to Room To Dream. It's been a long time since we've had a two person show, as such it was nice to dive into our love at Lynch - albeit love on two different levels. This is the finale of Series 4, we'll be having a little break, move things around a bit - part of which includes sending our short film off into the world like a proud parent - after which we'll be back. When we do return, Series 5 will be a video podcast - so look forward to that. If you like this show, check out our PATREON, for all sorts of goodies and extras. But until we return, thanks for listening and we'll see you again soon.

It's time for another episode of Uncut, and this time we are talking about Sci-Fi Anime of the 80s and 90s. Rob is joined by Kinell, Sarah and Rabia to talk about all things 1980s and 1990s Sci-Fi Anime. In other words, the golden age of anime and in the genre that made Japanese Animation such a big deal. To do that, we talked about three movies - Angel's Egg, Project A Ko and the one, the only, Akira. I say we talk about those three movies, we talk about an awful lot of other things too such as C*rn's role in the development of Modern Anime, who is keeping an eye on Mamoru Oshii, Just how influential this era of Anime is, and many, many recommendations - too many to mention here. So you better listen in. If you like the show, give it a like, rating, review and even a share. If you're listening on Spotify - leave a comment on the show, and I'll respond to it on the next recording. And if you really like this episode - bless you - and please check out our Patreon for all sort of goodies. A new podcast series which will live on there and out here in the wild is among them. Until next time on the series 4 finale with David Lynch, thanks for listening.

Uncut returns for another of our token left turns, from 80s & 90s Anime - we head to classic Hollywood in the hands of Marlene Dietrich. Rob is joined by Graham, Jimmy and Simon - three signed up Dietrich heads - to talk through the career of one of classic Hollywood's greatest leading ladies, Marlene Dietrich. To do this, we discuss her work through four films - Josef von Sternberg's The Scarlett Empress (1934), George Marshall's Comedy Western, Destry Rides Again (1939), before we finish on 1957's Witness for the Prosecution co-starring Charles Laughton and directed by the GOAT, Billy Wilder. This episode is a complete love in for Dietrich, one which features loads of recommendations, her politics and how she was just the coolest actor - decades ahead of her time too. So, if you enjoyed this episode, please check out our PATREON too for all sorts of other goodies.

Welcome to the latest episode of Uncut, on which we talk about the golden age of 1980s an 90s Horror Anime. Apologies for the delays in getting this episode out, I've been directing my own short film which has taken up a lot of my time. It's called "The Last Sock You'll Ever Need", and I'll inevitably be talking about in on the pod in the coming weeks and months. This week, I am joined by Rabia, Sarah and a debuting Kinell to talk about the golden age of 1980s and 1990s anime, with a specific focus on the Horror movies produced during this phase. The conversation ebbs and flows along this theme touching on everything anime along the way, and the movies we touch are The Laughing Target (1987), Vampire Hunter D (1985) and Perfect Blue (1997). Next time out we talk about Marlene Dietrich. And if you like the podcast, please subscribing. Also, please consider subscribing and supporting us on Patreon for all sorts of exclusive goodies. Add Kinell's Game, Expired Meds, to your Steam Wishlist - HERE. Check out our sister podcasts, Pop Screen and All of us are Lost

Before you can say "Is that a haunted green dress?", Uncut is back to talk about the incredible Adèle Haenel — one of the most fearless, captivating actors working today. Rob, Mike, Graham and a debuting India dive into Haenel's extraordinary career, spotlighting her performances in Deerskin (the strangest jacket you'll ever meet), The Unknown Girl (the Dardenne brothers doing what they do best), and of course, the modern classic Portrait of a Lady on Fire. And to all the Dardenne Brothers fans who listen to this episode, I really am sorry for my hilarious hijinx. We talk about Haenel’s quiet intensity, her radical off-screen choices, and the sheer power of her work. It’s a journey through French cinema, awkward jackets, mysterious doorbells, and some of the most heartbreakingly human performances you’ll ever see. If you like the show, leave a comment to join the discussion, subscribe and rate us, or head over to our PATREON for bonus articles, series, and all sorts of other good stuff waiting for you there. MUSIC CREDITS: [INTRO] Song title: Funkgroove /Artist: Sofasound [OUTRO] Song title: Midnight Coffee / Artist: Englewood⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Courtesy of Riot Games⁠⁠

We return to our regularly scheduled programming after the annual tradition of our frightfest special, this time we talk about Sofia Coppola. Rob is joined by Kat (Movies with Mummy), Graham (Pop Screen) and Petros (Caged in) to talk two of her most beloved movies both of which star Kirsten Dunst. We look at 1999's deeply sad and important late 1990s movie, the virgin suicides. Then we simuatenously jump both back and forward in time to 2006's Marie Antoniette. Along the way, we also talk about Nepo-Babies, anachronistic music and themes that have defined the 2nd Generation Coppola throughout her career. If you liked the episode, give it a rating and/or review wherever you listened. If you want more consider supporting our PATREON. Where you can get bonus episodes of our sister podcast, and our horror spin off podcast, Uncut from the Video Aisle, which is bang in the middle of its [REC] series. There's also written articles about Dr Who, X-Files, Red Dwarf and for something a little less sci-fi, the return of Unseen Asia. www.patreon.com/thegeekshow https://twitter.com/MoviesWithMummy https://twitter.com/GrahamWFilm https://twitter.com/cagedinpod MUSIC CREDITS: [INTRO] Song title: Funkgroove /Artist: Sofasound [MID-ROLL] Song title: Reading Night / Artist: Xander [OUTRO] Song title: Midnight Coffee / Artist: Englewood⁠ Courtesy of Riot Games⁠

Before you can say "Nun's! Reverse", Uncut is back to talk about exploitation movies centred around nuns - better known as Nunsploitation. Well, maybe not better, but that's what people call it. Rob is joined by Robyn to talk about the sub-genre and some of its more interesting titles. A list that is made up of the Mexican, Satanico Pandemonium (which has also been referred to as The Sexorcist), The Trangressor (with its much superior alternate title, the School of the Holy Beast), and the infamous, banned British classic from 1971, Ken Russell's The Devils. We talk exploitation, religion, and the wild and probably deeply offensive directions that these movies head in. It starts from random naked men in the woods dispensing apples and it just goes weirder from there. If you like this show, leave a comment below to join the discussion. Or subscribe and give the show a rating. Or, even better, join us on PATREON for all manner of new articles and podcasts. Plenty to enjoy over there, including our very recently completed series of episode-by-episode review of British sci-fi comedy classic, Red Dwarf.

This week on Uncut, we’re stepping away from the chaos of Korean revenge thrillers to celebrate the life, work, and enduring legacy of Pier Paolo Pasolini—one of cinema’s most provocative and overlooked visionaries. Join host Rob and special guests Graham, Clotilde and Aidan as we explore Pasolini’s groundbreaking films, including The Gospel According to Matthew, Theorem, and The Canterbury Tales. We dive into the shock of his tragic murder (which Rob had no idea about until recently), why we deliberately avoided Salò, and how Pasolini is way more than just the “Salò guy” that history has reduced him to for many. Pasolini was so much more: a poet, a polemicist, and a filmmaker who dared to challenge the status quo. 💥 Support us on Patreon! Get exclusive articles, podcasts, and more—including Rob’s upcoming deep dives into Asian Cinema. 🎧 Check out our other podcasts: Pop Screen:  https://open.spotify.com/show/3anLjmE81KodvWgZ5j0zLt All Of Us Are Lost:  https://open.spotify.com/show/38tY9NnngQExasZ8m4ucCQ

It’s time for another episode of Uncut, and this time, we’re diving into a world of awful people doing awful things to one another. That’s right—we’re talking about Korean revenge thrillers. A huge deal in their day, this marks the third time we’ve covered this brutal subgenre, following our previous Na Hong-jin and Park Chan-wook episodes. Returning for another deep dive into Korean cinema, Rob is joined by Ygraine (Gore Things / What a Scream) - a consistent of those previous episodes - to explore three increasingly intense films: 🔪 The Gangster, The Cop, The Devil 🔪 Bedevilled 🔪 I Saw the Devil This episode is especially stabby, and we discuss some very dark and mature themes, so consider this a warning if you’re sensitive to such topics. Then again, if you are, you’re probably not listening to this podcast. 💥 Support us on Patreon! Get exclusive articles, podcasts, and more—including Rob’s upcoming Fantastic Asia pieces for March. 🎧 Check out our sibling podcasts: Pop Screen: https://open.spotify.com/show/3anLjmE81KodvWgZ5j0zLtAll Of Us Are Lost: https://open.spotify.com/show/38tY9NnngQExasZ8m4ucCQ