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For Your Reference

For Your Reference
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Martin Scorsese
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Kid Snow
Do the Right Thing
Pet Sematary
Killers Of the Flower Moon
The Aviator
Denzel Washington
Dreaming Whilst Black
Relationships
Grief
Solo Leveling
Horror Genre

For Your Reference is a TV/Film Review & Interview podcast. Tomatometer-Approved publication and APA Award nominated for Best Arts & Culture podcast. Hosted by your favourite friends and lovers, KT & Oti.

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In this Reference Max, we review a selection of films from the Sydney Film Festival:

Nika & Madison, Colony, The Seoul Guardians & Morte Cucina

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Nika & Madison (Dir. Eva Thomas)

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In this Reference Max, we review a selection of films from the Sydney Film Festival: Filipiñana, Replica, Sukundimi Walks Before Me, and Ben’Imana. 

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• Filipiñana (Dir. Rafael Manuel) 

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In 2093, filmmaker Kuve visits Umata to document life after a war banned modern tech. Local filmmaker Mumbi challenges him to create without AI, leading him to discover beauty in life's simple moments.

Memory of Princess Mumbi will... more

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At a pristine resort on the outskirts of Manila, 17-year-old tee-girl Isabel tries to return a mislaid golf club to Dr. Palanca, the club president, discovering sinister revelations about her workplace, its elite members, and her ow... more

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Damien Hauser
Director of Memory of Princess Mumbi
Episode: Interview with “Memory of Princess Mumbi” Director, Damien Hauser
Rafael Manuel
Writer/Director of Filipiñana
Filipiñana
Episode: Interview with “Filipiñana” Writer/Director, Rafael Manuel
Jasmin Tarasin
Director
Life Could Be A Dream (film)
Episode: Interview with "Life Could Be A Dream" Director Jasmin Tarasin, Editor Gabrielle Muir & Actress Maeve Dermody
Gabrielle Muir
Editor
Life Could Be A Dream (film)
Episode: Interview with "Life Could Be A Dream" Director Jasmin Tarasin, Editor Gabrielle Muir & Actress Maeve Dermody
Maeve Dermody
Actress
Life Could Be A Dream (film)
Episode: Interview with "Life Could Be A Dream" Director Jasmin Tarasin, Editor Gabrielle Muir & Actress Maeve Dermody
Karl Urban
Actor in Mortal Kombat II
Episode: Red carpet interviews with "Mortal Kombat II" Cast & Crew, Simon McQuoid, Karl Urban, Chin Han, Josh Lawson, Desmond Chiam & CJ Bloomfield
Chin Han
Actor in Mortal Kombat II
Episode: Red carpet interviews with "Mortal Kombat II" Cast & Crew, Simon McQuoid, Karl Urban, Chin Han, Josh Lawson, Desmond Chiam & CJ Bloomfield
Josh Lawson
Actor in Mortal Kombat II
Episode: Red carpet interviews with "Mortal Kombat II" Cast & Crew, Simon McQuoid, Karl Urban, Chin Han, Josh Lawson, Desmond Chiam & CJ Bloomfield
Desmond Chiam
Actor in Mortal Kombat II
Episode: Red carpet interviews with "Mortal Kombat II" Cast & Crew, Simon McQuoid, Karl Urban, Chin Han, Josh Lawson, Desmond Chiam & CJ Bloomfield

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Katie
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Oti
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Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 365 ratings
  • Great pod

    Like a pod with friends!

    Apple Podcasts
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    N7107404
    Australia3 years ago
  • Highly recommend!

    Tuned in to their Matrix review and I plan to tune in again. I really enjoyed the hosts' different perspectives and voices, and would even listen just to hear them laugh. Good energy and vibes. Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Spicy Gang fan
    United States4 years ago
  • Nice program

    Podchaser
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    pranita deshpande
    5 years ago
  • Great show!

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    Robert Stewart
    5 years ago
  • Fun hosts!

    Infectious laughter from the hosts. Can’t resist smiling.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Mike269266
    United States5 years ago

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Guests often praise the thoughtful, well-researched questions and pacing.
Listeners appreciate deep film knowledge paired with approachable conversation.
Hosts have great chemistry and banter without losing credibility.

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Interview with “Filipiñana” Writer/Director, Rafael Manuel
Q: And how did you approach the water imagery as a recurring visual and thematic tool throughout the film?
The water imagery began as a practical observation during location scouting during a drought, and it repeated as a metaphor for how resources are allocated and hoarded in elite spaces, anchoring the film's commentary without becoming didactic.
Interview with “Memory of Princess Mumbi” Director, Damien Hauser
Q: How did you balance commentary, improvisation, and a cohesive narrative without a traditional script?
He describes the film as a collage created during brainstorming, with improvisation driving the emotional core while he maintained a clear overarching commentary about life and authenticity.
Interview with “Memory of Princess Mumbi” Director, Damien Hauser
Q: What was it like channeling personal grief into Memory of Princess Mumbi and expressing it through the film?
Damien explains that grief became a natural, organic process rather than a deliberate method, turning personal loss into a broader exploration of life's small, meaningful moments rather than dramatic conflict.
Interview with "Mortal Kombat II" Director, Simon McQuoid
Q: What was it like telling a cinematic story for MKII compared to the first film?
The director explains embracing the maximalist nature of MK, building from scratch to expand the world, and focusing on character-driven emotional arcs to justify the scale.
Interview with "Life Could Be A Dream" Director Jasmin Tarasin, Editor Gabrielle Muir & Actress Maeve Dermody
Q: How did you balance the visual storytelling with the character's inner life?
Jasmin discusses using the environment (greenery, sky, water) and the memory-driven structure to access Sarah's inner world, making the audience feel the internal process rather than obvious action.

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This show blends in-depth interviews with filmmakers and actors alongside thoughtful reviews of contemporary TV and cinema. Episodes frequently feature creators discussing process, collaboration, and the craft of storytelling—from editing decisions and performance choices to directing style and production challenges. A recurring strength is pairing candid, behind-the-scenes insight with accessible analysis, often including double-feature prompts or context about festival journeys. Listeners can expect lively host banter, clear research, and guest lineups spanning independent cinema, genre titles, and high-profile film franchises, with a playful focus on craft, culture, and representation.

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