Popcorn And Soda Starring Tallal Azim

An in-depth look into my Hits and (Misses) of the Toronto International Film Festival 2024

Canadian Film & Tv Star Andrew Phung Joins the show to discuss the "Toronto Reel Asian International Film Festival". We discuss Andrews projects including "Lucky Star" and "So you think you can pitch?" The importance of this festival, diversity in Canada and so much more! For More information , Please visit reelasisan.com

Actres Nykiya Adams discusses all things Mubi's "BIRD". We discuss working with Barry Keoghan, Director Andrea Arnold, Her experience at the Toronto International Film Festival and More!

Actor Connor Storrie Joins the show to discuss all things his Role as "The Arkham Inmate" in Joker: Folie a Deux . We discuss Connor's Audition process, Meeting Todd Philips , Working with Joaquin Phoenix, Who his character really is, The BIG Reveal, Stories from Set, The Ending, Heath Ledger Fan theories and more! DISCLAIMER: Spoilers from Joker: Folie a Deux are discussed in this podcast.

Actor Carlos Diehz joins the show to discuss all things "Conclave" Directed by Academy Award Winner Edward Berger. We discuss Carlos's role as Cardinal Benitez, Acting along side Ralph Fiennes, Filming in Rome, The Universal appeal of this story, Conclave being his first feature film and more!

Director Kenichi Ugana joins the show to discuss all things "The Gesuidouz" at the Toronto International Film Festival 2024. We discuss The origin of the film, The Cast, Director Ugana's unique style, Rock n Roll influence, Toronto and more!

Actress Annalise Basso joins the show to discuss all things the Tiff 24' Peoples Choice Award Winning film " The Life of Chuck" We discuss Annalise's history of collaborations with Director Mike Flannagan, Her Role of Janice, Working alongside Tom Hiddleston , The Epic Dance Scene, Her experience at Tiff and more!

Director Tarsem Singh joins the show to discuss the upcoming 4K re-release of his classic " The Fall (2006) " on MUBI in Canada September 27,2024. We Discuss the process of the 4K restoration, re-watching the film after nearly a decade, His time filming, Lee Pace and the importance of platforms like MUBI for independent and international film!

One of the best time of the year for movie releases is here! Tallal breaks down and reviews his favorite films of the summer so far, biggest disappointments and More!

Director D.W Waterson joins us to discuss the upcoming release of the Cheerleading Film "Backspot" (2024) . We Discuss D.W's interest in the sport of cheerleading, Devery Jacobs playing the Lead, Evan Rachel Wood as Coach Eileen , Toronto and More!

Producer and Co-Writer Spike Feresten joins us to discuss the upcoming release of the Netflix comedy "Unfrosted" (2024). " Unfrosted" stars and is directed by Jerry Seinfeld.

Director Damian Hurley and Star Elizabeth Hurley join the show to discuss all things "Strictly Confidential" (2024). We discuss Damian writing and Directing his Debut Feature, Directing his Mother, Elizabeth starring in the film, Elizabeth's thoughts on Austin Powers 4 and more!

Director Alexandre O. Philippe joins the show to discuss all things his new Documentary " William Shatner: You Can Call Me Bill" (2024)

Director Zarrar Kahn joins the show to discuss all things the acclaimed Pakistani film "In Flames" (2024). We discuss Zarrar's Direction of the film, The city of Karachi, The identity of Maryam, Pakistani Cinema and more!

Actor Tzi Ma joins the show to discuss all things the Romantic Comedy" Five Blind Dates" (2024) We discuss Tzi's start in the industry, What attracted him to the film, Working with a largely Asian Cast, Director Shawn Seet, Shooting in Australia, State of Diversity in the industry, Rush Hour and so much more!

The Creatives behind the latest Daisy Ridley led film , Director Rachel Lambert and Actor Dave Merheje discuss all things " Sometimes I think about dying" (2024) We discuss Rachel's style of directing, Crafting a unique artistic look of the film, Dave Co-starring with Daisy, The importance of Mental Health in film and so much more!

Actress Supinder Wraich joins the show to discuss all things CBC's Latest Crime Drama " Allegiance" Premiering February 7th on CBC and CBC Gem. We discuss Supinder's start in the industry, Being the Lead of "Allegiance", Her role as Officer Sabrina Sohal, South Asian Representation and so much more!

Executive Producer Neil deGrasse Tyson and Academy Award Nominated Director Scott Hamilton Kennedy Join the Show to discuss their latest project " Shot in the Arm" (2023). A film that tackles the question of Medical Scientific Advancements in Correlation with human nature during and post Pandemic.

Actor Charles Baker of the Emmy Award Winning "Breaking Bad" joins the show to discuss all things his character Skinny Pete! We discuss Charles's start in the industry, the role of the arts in the pandemic, Auditioning for Breaking Bad, Vince Gilligan, Chemistry with Aaron Paul and Matt Jones, The Finale, Returning for El Camino, The Power of Streaming and so much More!

Actor Kevin J. O'Connor of the pop culture classic " The Mummy" Starring Brendan Fraser joins the show to discuss all things his character Beni! We discuss Kevin's love of the creative arts, Breaking into Hollywood, Deep Dive into all things "The Mummy", The Production, Creating Beni, comedic relief, Working with Brendan Fraser, Director Stephen Sommers, The Cast, Memories from set, Everlasting Legacy of the movie, Streaming, His favorite movies and so much More!