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STUDIOCANAL Presents - The Podcast

STUDIOCANAL
Ran
Studiocanal
The Graduate
Agatha Christie
Peter Sellers
Highlander
I Swear
The Most Precious Of Cargoes
Michel Hazanavicius
Akira Kurosawa
The Life Of Chuck
Mike Nichols
Dustin Hoffman
One Potato, Two Potato
British Comedy
Carlton Brown Of the FO
Leaving Las Vegas
Hammer Horror
Demons Of the Mind
Pressure

STUDIOCANAL Presents - The Podcast is a monthly movie show, celebrating and exploring exceptional films and series with a deep dive into STUDIOCANAL’s renowned and world-spanning library, including titles available on the streaming channel, STUDIOCANAL PRESENTS. Host Simon Brew is joined each month by a special guest, and will be exploring classic movies, new theatrical releases, and a fair few h... more

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Now in UK cinemas, Pressure tells the extraordinary, little-known story taking place behind the planning for the D-Day landing in World War II. Based on David Haig's acclaimed play, the movie stars Andrew Scott, Kerry Condon and Brendan Fraser, and i... more

Classic British horror house Hammer is on the agenda for the latest episode of STUDIOCANAL Presents, including a dive into one of its lesser-known films: Demons Of The Mind.

Who better to explore this 1972 underappreciated gem with too, then a legen... more

To celebrate the 40th birthday of the immortal Highlander, a very special episode of the STUDIOCANAL Presents podcast. The film's director, Russell Mulcahy, joins regular host Simon Brew to reflect on the film. Plus, Russell talks about what turned i... more

In a very special episode of STUDIOCANAL Presents, regular host Simon Brew welcomes writer/director Mike Figgis, to look back on 30 years of Oscar-winning drama Leaving Las Vegas.

As the film arrives on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray for the first time, Mike t... more

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Anthony Maras
Director, co-writer, and editor of Pressure
Pressure (film)
Episode: 46: The story behind Pressure, with director Anthony Maras
Kim Newman
Journalist, film critic and horror expert
Independent
Episode: 45: Kim Newman on Hammer horror, and Demons Of The Mind
Russell Mulcahy
Director of Highlander
Director
Episode: 44: "They had these gigantic 40-foot cut outs of Sean Connery and Christopher Lambert": director Russell Mulcahy talks Highlander
Mike Figgis
Writer and director of Leaving Las Vegas
Self/StudioCanal collaboration
Episode: 43: Director Mike Figgis revisits Leaving Las Vegas
Alice Lowe
Writer, director, actor, producer, comedian; guest on the podcast
Self / STUDIOCANAL catalog collaborator
Episode: 42: Alice Lowe: "Edgier than an Austen", Far From The Madding Crowd, and more
Kirk Jones
Writer and director of I Swear
I Swear / STUDIOCANAL Presents
Episode: 41: I Swear | Writer/director Kirk Jones looks back on an incredible journey
Gemma Ross
Historian, author, producer, and Peter Sellers expert
Independent/Guest
Episode: 40: The complicated genius of Peter Sellers
Dr. Mark Aldridge
Agatha Christie historian, author of Agatha Christie on screen
Independent/Academic
Episode: 39: Agatha Christie, and an incredible four-film run
Dr. Clive Nwonka
Associate Professor of Film, Culture and Society at University College London
University College London
Episode: 38: "History never rewards those who go first" - the quietly groundbreaking One Potato, Two Potato

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Simon Brew
Host of STUDIOCANAL Presents Podcast

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 40 ratings
  • More great “Film Stories” from Mr Brew!

    I love Simon Brew’s other podcast so was glad to see another show hosted by him. This also does the great job of telling stories about movies you may or may not know and inspiring you to rewatch them or watch them for the first time. Highly recommended!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RedDragonDude
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • An education

    I listen to dozens of film podcasts, and Simon Brew is a leading light in an increasingly crowded field. His research is clearly impeccable and his delivery is at once personable and authoritative. The combination of Simon’s attention to detail and the quality of the Canal library make this essential listening for anyone interested in film.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SamS2011
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Insightful and well produced

    A wonderful podcast with a charming host and interesting conversations. Excellent production quality, the perfect peaceful listen with good recommendations for your must see movies list from across the decades.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lisa_6789
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Fun and interesting

    This is a great podcast, expert but accessible and the host is v good. Have a listen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LondonPoddie
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Warm, smart, wonderful

    I’ve long enjoyed listening to Simon on the Film Stories podcast, and he has a rare skill to be able to talk on his own with grace, warmth, wit and smarts. But it’s an especially joy to hear him team up with folks as erudite and warm on this podcast – every minute a joy.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Christopher Phin
    United Kingdom4 years ago

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The host and guests are repeatedly highlighted for warmth, depth, and a knack for storytelling.
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Episodes are noted for balancing nostalgia with critical context and industry news.
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46: The story behind Pressure, with director Anthony Maras
Q: Tell me you had at least one meeting where you pitched the title of the film as The Weather Divas.
We joked about the idea, acknowledging it would have been a catchy and memorable title, but we kept a serious focus on the film's authentic storytelling and the larger themes of leadership and scientific caution.
44: "They had these gigantic 40-foot cut outs of Sean Connery and Christopher Lambert": director Russell Mulcahy talks Highlander
Q: There was a lot of talk about the edit and the studio's influence; how closely did you work with producers in the cut?
The edit was largely driven by Mulcahy, the editor, and the producers with minimal studio interference at that stage; early screenings did push to trim scenes, but promotional decisions and multi-cut considerations were resolved through collaboration with the creative team rather than studio dictates.
44: "They had these gigantic 40-foot cut outs of Sean Connery and Christopher Lambert": director Russell Mulcahy talks Highlander
Q: Fifteen minutes to meet and decide to take on a movie seems astonishing; how did that quick meeting affect your trajectory?
That brisk, almost surreal meeting sealed the deal quickly; Mulcahy felt he had a movie in hand within a quarter of an hour, setting a fast-paced, high-energy tone for the project and confirming industry confidence in the project's potential.
44: "They had these gigantic 40-foot cut outs of Sean Connery and Christopher Lambert": director Russell Mulcahy talks Highlander
Q: I mean, the key question I've had reading a lot of the behind the scenes things on Highlander is what on earth was Sean Connery's homemade Scotch like?
Connery's homebrew was described as extremely potent and energizing; on set he shared a 'special brew' that knocked people back, which reflected his larger-than-life presence and the film's rough-and-ready, rock-and-roll energy in its early days.
42: Alice Lowe: "Edgier than an Austen", Far From The Madding Crowd, and more
Q: Tell us about the second film you're bringing into the conversation and how it connects to the first?
Alice Lowe explains how Don't Look Now complements Far From The Madding Crowd through themes of fate, loss, and the uncanny, with a focus on how both films leverage strong performances and cinematography to create timeless, immersive experiences.

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What is STUDIOCANAL Presents about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The series offers in-depth conversations with filmmakers, historians, and industry observers tied to a storied library of classic and contemporary cinema. Hosted by a clearly knowledgeable host, each episode digs into the making, restoration, and cultural impact of titles from a major film studio's catalog, blending behind-the-scenes anecdotes with thoughtful analysis. Expect long-form discussions that highlight craft, production constraints, and the evolving context of marquee films, often tying new releases or archival restorations to broader movements in cinema. A standout is the consistent focus on how guardians of film history shape discourse around restoration, reception, and preservation, making it a compelling listen for industry pr... more

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Recent guests on STUDIOCANAL Presents include:

1. Anthony Maras
2. Kim Newman
3. Russell Mulcahy
4. Mike Figgis
5. Alice Lowe
6. Kirk Jones
7. Gemma Ross
8. Dr. Mark Aldridge

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