The Curzon Film Podcast

In the latest edition of the Curzon Film Podcast, Sam Howlett, Jenna Hobbs and Ersi Kalentzi discuss László Nemes' stunning debut film 'Son of Saul'. The winner of the 2016 Academy Award for a Foreign Language film, 'Son of Saul' depicts humanity at its darkest moment, the holocaust, and brings it to startling reality, in what is certainly one of the most important and technically ambitious films to be released this year.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In the latest episode of the Curzon Film Podcast, regular host Sam Howlett returns after a brief absence to discuss Florence Foster Jenkins with co-host Jenna Hobbs. Directed by Stephen Frears - Philomena, The Queen, The Program - the film follows the story of the world's worst singer and how she went on to sell out Carnegie Hall. An inspirational, feel good film that doesn't shy away from investigating this true story's relationships with naivety, talent and wealth.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week's episode of The Curzon Film Podcast finds our team delving deep in to the undergrowth of Jon Favreau's latest adaptation of Kipling's classic 'The Jungle Book'. A fantastical feat of technical achievement, but does the story match up to the incredible visuals, find out by listening.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Join Helen and Jenna as they find that Alton Meyer really is not like us in Jeff Nichols Midnight Special.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Our three hosts Sam Howlett, Helen Seymour and Jenna Hobbs discuss one-take wonder Victoria, and whether it is more than just a gimmick (spoiler: it is).  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Sam Howlett and guest Jenna Hobbs examine Robert Eggers' horror The Witch.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The doors to the High Rise have opened, and they've let Curzon Podcast hosts Sam and Helen in to their realm of chaos.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

A technical masterpiece that tugs at the heartstrings - this week our hosts talk about what they loved in Charlie Kaufman's Anomalisa. Produced and edited by Jake Cunningham Theme music from incomputech.com  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Austrian horror Goodnight Mommy terrified and thrilled the hosts, despite the Grand Designs-worthy setting. Produced and edited by Jake Cunningham Theme music from incomputech.com  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week, Helen and Sam delve into the results of the 2016 Oscars.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Join regular host Helen Seymour and pod-newcomer Jenna Hobbs as they revisit one of 2015 stand out, feel good indie comedies.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

After spending the last few weeks looking at this years big Oscar contenders, Sam and Helen take a detour into the woods of a smaller independent film, The Survivalist. A bleak but fascinating alternative to awards season fodder.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week the hosts proclaim their love for Bryan Cranston, from Breaking Bad straight to Trumbo. Produced and edited by Jake Cunningham Theme music from incomputech.com  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Spotlight was "incredible" for Sam Howlett and Helen Seymour at Curzon Canterbury. Produced and edited by Jake Cunningham Theme music from incomputech.com  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week, Curzon Canterbury's Sam Howlett and Helen Seymour have some reservations, but find lots to love about The Big Short by Adam McKay. Produced and edited by Jake Cunningham Theme music from incomputech.com  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.