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The Beatles Films Podcast

Ed Williamson and Matt Looker
The Beatles
Paul Mccartney
John Lennon
Ringo Starr
George Harrison
The Beatles Anthology
Let It Be
Concert For George
Yoko Ono
Eric Clapton
Anthology TV Series
Beatlemania
Britpop
Concert For Bangladesh
Disney+
Get Back
Brian Epstein
Music
Documentary
Ravi Shankar

Two film writers and Fab Four fans discuss movies and TV about, starring, and inspired by The Beatles: John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Starr.

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Come 'ead, then. We start by looking at roughly the first 16 minutes of the Beatles' 1964 film debut. Expect a detailed breakdown of their first dialogue scene in the train carriage ("Who's that little old man?"), and how it establishes straight away... more

Ian Hart's third outing as John Lennon was 2013's Snodgrass, adapted by David Quantick from Ian R MacLeod's short story. Aired as part of the Sky Arts Playhouse series, it deals with a Lennon who left The Beatles in 1962 following his refusal to reco... more

In Apple Films' 1971 documentary, Ravi Shankar is pondering whether he's diluted his beloved Indian classical music by promoting it to the West, through his association with George Harrison and The Beatles. We look at how the film explores this, and ... more

We're in agreement: this is the worst film we've covered. Yes, worse than Sextette. Ringo Starr's role in Frank Zappa's 1971 freakout film seems like it could've gone to anyone: is there a specific reason for using him as a Zappa avatar in this film?... more

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David Quantick
Emmy Award-winning comedy writer (Veep, Brass Eye, etc.) and screenwriter of Snodgrass
Writer of Snodgrass
Episode: Snodgrass (with David Quantick)
Steven Cockcroft
Co-host of the podcast 'Nothing Is Real' and 'Back to the Irish' series
Nothing Is Real
Episode: Concert for George (with Nothing Is Real's Steven Cockcroft): part 1
Scot Williams
Actor and writer known for playing Pete Best in 'Backbeat'
Episode: Scot Williams interview: playing Pete Best in Backbeat, and directing Two Of Us, a play

Hosts

Matt Looker
Professional film writer and host of The Beatles Films Podcast; co-host role frequently appears across episodes.
Ed Williamson
Co-host of The Beatles Films Podcast; frequent collaborator with Matt Looker across episodes.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 133 ratings
  • Great podcast

    Great conversation about the various films with refreshing insights: curious if if you guys will do Candy at some point.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sabrena Olshefsca
    United States2 months ago
  • Wonderful show, brings something different to Beatle World

    love the pod, great thoughtful conversations, and so much knowledge about film! re: beatles casting episode… i know james norton best from series 1-3 of grantchester, where he plays a soulful vicar who loves jazz and has a complicated romantic life. he’s very “smooth” and has great charisma but also a certain uncertain and brooding side. i think he will be quite a good brian.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sillylovessongs
    United States6 months ago
  • Very nsightful and entertaining.

    A really enjoyable, thoughtful and insightful angle on the legacy of The Beatles. Highly recommended.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    francisreader
    United States10 months ago
  • Top Beatles film natter

    Ed and Matt are really easy to listen to. I like that they don't always agree, and are happy to do so, without being affectedly opposed. They clearly love The Fab Four which is obvious from listening to them. A nice line in humour throughout, but not at the expense of analysis. A really excellent addition to the Beatles podcast collection. Can't wait for new episodes to drop, highly recommended.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Neighbour of the belst
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Great pod!

    Really appreciate this pod! Always fun to listen to, I learn about films I wasn’t aware of, and I dig their critical perspectives!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Aleco7
    United States2 years ago

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Engaging banter and varied perspectives that feel balanced and insightful.
Thoughtful, well-researched discussions with clear love for Beatle cinema.
Consistently well-produced and entertaining for fans of Beatle-related films.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#155
United Kingdom/Music
Apple Podcasts
#186
Norway/Music
Apple Podcasts
#220
Ireland/Music

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Snodgrass (with David Quantick)
Q: Why set Snodgrass outside Liverpool, and how did you decide on the setting and location?
The speakers explain that moving the setting to Birmingham allowed for fresh storytelling opportunities, avoiding crowding the real-life memories of Liverpool, while still leveraging recognizable Liverpool accents and cultural references; production was ultimately based around Manchester for logistical reasons.
Snodgrass (with David Quantick)
Q: What was your approach to adapting a short story where John Lennon is the narrator?
Quantick discusses preserving Lennon's voice while translating it to a screenplay, using voiceover and bus-side conversations to maintain the first-person feel, and balancing humor with the harsher realities of Lennon's imagined life in a parallel universe.
Snodgrass (with David Quantick)
Q: First of all, how did the project come together and who approached whom?
Quantick explains that Sky Playhouse Presents sparked the project after Ian Hart's involvement and that Kim Newman recommended the Ian R MacLeod source; Sky initially funded and commissioned the 23-minute segment, with Hart attached, and later the plan expanded toward a feature-length version.
200 Motels
Q: So Ed, in our bids to discuss every film on Ringo's CV, what's your take on this film and do you think Ringo's presence adds something to it?
Ed suggests that Ringo's presence is inconsistent and often inconsequential to the film, though his narration and screen presence provide a recognizable through-line that frames the episodic, vignette-like structure of the movie.
The Beatles Anthology: episodes 1 and 2 (original version)
Q: How does George's mood seem compared to Paul during the reminiscences?
George appears a bit frostier than Paul, reflecting tensions but also moments of wit, indicating a more complex emotional engagement with the retrospective.

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Two film writers who are Beatles fans dissect movies, documentaries, and TV tied to The Beatles era, its members, and their solo years. Episodes cover film adaptations, archival footage, casting in biopics, and the cultural context around Beatle-related cinema, with thoughtful analysis, clear affection for the subject, and a penchant for connecting screenings to broader music history. Noteworthy traits include deep, film-focused critiques from hosts who frequently disagree in constructive ways and a willingness to explore both popular and offbeat Beatle cinema, making it a strong pick for listeners who want both entertainment and insight in equal measure.

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