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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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Send a text This week we vote across categories on what we want to win and what we think will win. We believe in a Sinners sweep and share our thoughts on what we hope won’t happen. https://www.oscars.org/oscars/ceremonies/2026 Website | Rotten Tomatoes | Linktree | Youtube | Twitter | Instagram
Send a text Welcome to our Reference Degustation where, every February, we explore common and recurring themes of a writer/director's filmography. Month long celebration of rough scrappy familial ties of Lynne Ramsay. Complete missions with precision but struggle to connect the dots to the bigger picture. Release the files and burn it all to the ground with You Were Never Really Here this week. If you'd like to watch along, we plan on covering the below... Ratcatcher (1999) We Need to Talk...
Send a text Welcome to our Reference Degustation where, every February, we explore common and recurring themes of a writer/director's filmography. Month long celebration of rough scrappy familial ties of Lynne Ramsay. Wear the mask created to fool the world and hide from yourself. Shake off the oedipus feelings and find compassion in Soweto with We Need to Talk About Kevin this week. If you'd like to watch along, we plan on covering the below... Ratcatcher (1999) We Need to Talk About Kevin (...
Send a text This week we chat to Writer/Director Kalu Oji for the film, Pasa Faho. We discuss how the visual language connects to past, present and future as well as writing from experience and exploring big themes through characters that feel like real people. Pasa Faho has special event screenings across Australia, with more to be announced. It will also be released on SBS later this year. Lido - Feb 5 6:30 PMThe Sun - Feb 6 6:45 PM TBCMercury - 12 Feb 7:00PMThornbury Picture House - Sat ...
Send a text Welcome to our Reference Degustation where, every February, we explore common and recurring themes of a writer/director's filmography. This year we found our way to Scotland with Lynne Ramsay. Navigate the garbage filled streets to the canal of struggle and friendship? Hop on the bus with Ratcatcher this week. If you'd like to watch along, we plan on covering the below... Ratcatcher (1999) Morvern Callar (2002) We Need to Talk About Kevin (2011) You Were Never Really Here (2017) D...
Send a text In this week’s Reference Max we review Marty Supreme, 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple, Night Patrol & My Brother's Band. A little Oscars chat but hopefully we’ll record a bonus predictions soon. Website | Rotten Tomatoes | Linktree | Youtube | Twitter | Instagram
Send a text This week we chat to Co-creators Jack Manning Bancroft and Tyson Yunkaporta for film, Imagine. We explore Indigenous identity being now and always, mosaic storytelling style and being brave and embracing unity. Imagine is in AUS cinemas January 26. For info on more screenings head to their website: https://imaginefilm.org As suggested by Tyson, double feature watching of The Midnight Gospel. Note: this interview is audio only. For other video interviews check out our YouTube ...
Send a text This week we chat to Director Marcelle Lunam for her debut dramatic feature film, Addition. Marcelle reflects on the journey of film festivals to cinemas, ensuring the portrayal of Grace was 'more than her diagnosis' and acknowledging all the hands that made Addition possible. ADDITION is in AUS cinemas January 29. As suggested by Marcelle, double feature watching of Addition & Worst Person in the World. Note: this interview is audio only. For other video interviews chec...
Send a text Welcome to our Ratings special. Our review episodes focus on layered discussion and we leave the numerical ratings to our Christmas/End of year Special and now Rotten Tomatoes. Splooshes to all our friends and lovers for your support. Grab a snack and a beverage! We love yas! Website | Rotten Tomatoes | Linktree | Youtube | Twitter | Instagram
Send a text Rhys and Danes offer a dynamic push and pull that keeps intrigue throughout. While it meanders in the madness the narrative pulls no punches and every blow is effective. Website | Rotten Tomatoes | Linktree | Youtube | Twitter | Instagram
Send a text Named in this year’s CGA Rising Stars, Roxie Mohebbi talks about her initial career as a nurse and channeling that care into her performances. Roxie has had memorable roles in Shortland Street, Miles from Nowhere and Critical Incident to name a few. Keep an eye out for her first short film making its way through film festival circuits. Audio and interview out now. Website | Rotten Tomatoes | Linktree | Youtube | Twitter | Instagram
Send a text In this week's reference max we will be reviewing 100m, Bugonia, If I Had Legs I’d Kick You & Predator: Badlands Website | Rotten Tomatoes | Linktree | Youtube | Twitter | Instagram
Send a text Network your way into the room and evaluate how much a dollar cost between your dreams and the future of those around you. Find the realest love with Dreaming Whilst Black this week. Website | Rotten Tomatoes | Linktree | Youtube | Twitter | Instagram
Send a text This week we chatted to Co-Directors, Trisha Moreton-Thomas & Maggie Miles about their film reflecting on the legendary life of David Gulpilil. We reflect on culturally 'getting it right', logistics of filming and the intricate balance in directing from Indigenous and non Indigenous perspectives. Trigger warning: actors and people mentioned in this interview may have passed away at the time of you listening. Journey Home, David Gulpilil in AUS cinemas from October 30. As sugge...
Send a text We chat to Ursula Williams & Musician Kommi Tamati-Elliffe about the love and importance of keeping culture alive, referring to documentary 'subjects' as participants and the journey in getting the album and film made. Marlon Williams: Ngā Ao E Rua in AUS cinemas on October 25 Note: this interview is audio only. For other video interviews check out our YouTube playlist. Website | Rotten Tomatoes | Linktree | Youtube | Twitter | Instagram
Send a text In this week’s Reference Max we review, Sorry, Baby, Women Wearing Shoulder Pads, HIM & One Battle After Another. Website | Rotten Tomatoes | Linktree | Youtube | Twitter | Instagram
Send a text Zion and Ruby run for Youth President to save their youth centre from imminent closure, and shield their womb-to-the-tomb friendship from the crossfire. We chat to Creators/Writers/Lead Cast Betiel Beyin & Leigh Lule. CEEBS released its first ep on Sep 15 and is available to watch on TikTok and instagram now. Website | Rotten Tomatoes | Linktree | Youtube | Twitter | Instagram
Send a text This week we have overarching themes of access to information and exploring masculinity in our reviews of Weapons, The Paper, The Long Walk & The Smashing Machine. Website | Rotten Tomatoes | Linktree | Youtube | Twitter | Instagram
Send a text This week, we delve deep into the world of Demon Slayer, reflecting on the series' highlights and discussing our detailed rankings of the Hashira. We also review the epic Infinity Castle film, exploring major battles and emotional character arcs. Join us as we celebrate the storytelling and visual mastery of this beloved anime. Website | Rotten Tomatoes | Linktree | Youtube | Twitter | Instagram
Send a text With the release of the first part of the epic trilogy of Demon Slayer films, we chat to the delightful Zach Aguilar and legendary Johnny Yong Bosch about Infinity Castle. We reflect on the success of the series, how they express the emotional journey in their performances and have fun building teams across anime. As suggested by Zach & Johnny, double feature watching of Infinity Castle & Hello Kitty. See Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle, exclusively in c...
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We could use more podcasters like this. Fun fresh, engaging and full of variety. New subscriber, but i plan to stay longer cause this shit is da bomb!
KT and Oti are a joy to listen to! Their discussions on film and TV are thought provoking while still being very entertaining. Whether it's new in the theaters, on television or available on a streaming service, For Your Reference has you covered!!