Extra Vision

Al Foran is a comedian, actor impressionist and charity patron. You will know him from his impressions of and to some of the biggest stars in the world. He talks me through his picks of Back to the Future, The Big Lebowski and Boogie Nights.As well as his thoughts on Jake Paul v Conor McGregor, Ole Gunnar Solskjær and a former President may also pop up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Extra Vision this weekMy guest is the king of the creepy crawlies, Collie Ennis. Collie is a research associate in the Department of Zoology at Trinity College Dublin and host of the chart topping The Critter Shed podcastWe will be discussing his picks of Robert De Niro epic The Mission ,serial killer sensation Seven and of course having our worst fears realised with Arachnophobia.Collie Ennis @collieennis Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ludwig Göransson is an Oscar and Grammy winning composer, conductor, and record producer. He has scored films such as Fruitvale Station, the Rocky franchise entries Creed and Creed II, Venom, and Tenet.As well as his Oscar winning work on Black Panther he has also created the theme for The MandalorianHe also worked with Childish Gambino on This is America.All this and he is only 35.I really wanted to hate this guy but ended up having a great chat with him about everything from Star Wars, Tarantino and Irish-tango covers of the song “Somewhere Out There” from “An American Tail.Enjoy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jarlath Regan is a Stand-Up Comedian, Podcaster and self-confessed “VHS Thief”. His new stand-up special "Notions Eleven" is available exclusively through his Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/irishmanabroadNot only that, but the entire back catalogue of his award-winning podcast, “An Irishman Abroad” featuring guests such as Colm Meaney, Bob Geldof, Gabriel Byrne, and Sharon Horgan. Not to mention his "Irishman In America" series with Marion McKeone along with countless extras are also available.The movies he picked could have easily been ones on my list and I had an absolute blast talking with him.Edited and Mixed by Darren Bermingham Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Vicki Notaro is the Editor-in-Chief of “Stellar” Magazine and the Managing Director of VIP Publishing Group. She has also contributed to publications such as The Irish Examiner, the Times, The Business Post, Lonely planet & Kiss.I spoke to Vicki about her 3 favourite films and the three films she chose to talk to me about gave me the kind of nostalgia and excitement which made me love movies in the first place.Enjoy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gordon Hayden is a television and radio presenter/producer. On shows like "Uploaded" and "Box Office with Lisa Cannon" He is also the resident film-critic on Ireland Am and on Spin 1038's "We Love Movies".I spoke to Gordon about his 3 favorite movies and he gave me a cracking list dripping with B movie goodness. His passion and enthusiasm for movies are second to none. He also has the best story about (not) meeting Kurt Russell you will ever hear. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John Connors is an actor, writer, director and documentary filmmaker. From his breakout role as bomb maker Patrick in "Love/Hate". He has starred in hits like "Cardboard Gangsters", for which he won best actor at the Irish Film and television awards. He also made the documentary "Endless Sunshine on a Cloudy Day" about father and daughter Anthony and Jade McCann, who were both diagnosed with cancer within days of each other.I got to speak to John about his 3 favourite movies. He gave me a cracking list and we had a great conversation. He has an infectious passion and knowledge for film that is hard not to get swept up in.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I got to speak to The Hulk himself Lou Ferrigno about Pumping Iron, his rivalry with Arnold Schwarzenegger, training Michael Jackson and Chuck Norris.  He also talks about his plan to "Make America Fit Again" in his new role for Donald Trump. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oscar-winning director Bill Condon talks about his latest movie The Good Liar which stars Ian McKellen and Helen Mirren. We discuss his career, working with his legendary lead actors and of course the best film ever made FX2!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

50 years later and we’re still afraid to go back in the water 🦈 This week on ExtraVision, I revisit Jaws. The movie that invented the summer blockbuster. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we dive into The Roses. A bold new reimagining of War of the Roses. Along the way, we discuss why Olivia Colman is one of the greatest actors of her generation, what it was like collaborating with Douglas Adams on The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy, debate the infamous laugh track in Being There, and get the current status of Austin Powers 4. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode we dive into the life and career of the inimitable Val Kilmer. From Top Secret to Top Gun Maverick and everything inbetween. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I spoke to Oscar-winning composer Ludwig Göransson about his new movie Sinners. As well as working with legends such as Chris Nolan and Childish Gambino. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I spoke to one of the finest writers in movie and television history, Armando Iannucci (The Thick of It, Veep, Alan Partridge), about his stage adaptation of the Stanley Kubrick classic Dr Strangelove. Starting Steve Coogan and running at the Bord Gáis theatre. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chris Wasser and I look back at the best and worst movies that 2024 had to offer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With Christmas just around the corner. We have made our list (checked it twice) and now present you with the 10 Best Christmas films ever. Now, much like a real Christmas, feel free to debate, argue and vow not to come back next year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We look at the insane Gladiator script that didn't get made. Along with some of the greatest movies never made Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chris Wasser and I review the much anticipated sequel to the Oscar-winning classic Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I spoke with legendary composer Harry Gregson-Williams. About Gladiator 2, working with both Ridley and Tony Scott and his process for creating some of the most iconic music in cinema history. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode we give the definitive ranking of the Halloween franchise. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.