The Boar Film Podcast

Editor Frank Evans is joined by deputy editors Dom Thornton and Almaz Cavanagh, as each takes us through the movies that they've watched over the Christmas holidays. Expect to hear about everything from an Audrey Hepburn queer classic to an unfairly maligned Zack Snyder feminist action movie and an underrated anti-war movie from Studio Ghibli. As a treat, each editor also lists their picks for the best movies of the year.

Boar Music editor Emma Wilkes joins Boar Film editor Frank Evans to discuss the use of popular music in cinema. Whether you can't get The Moldy Peaches' songs from Juno out of your mind or you prefer the wail of Jimi Hendrix's guitar in Withnail & I, this podcast will appeal to you. 

Join Boar Film editor Frank Evans and deputy editor Dom Thornton as they discuss their picks for the greatest movies of the 1960s. What a decade. International cinema exploded with the abundance of new waves everywhere from France to Japan. British film underwent a radical makeover, pristine big-budget American movies charmed millions and edgy independent cinema reached the masses towards the end of the decade when movies like Easy Rider swept awards ceremonies. If you like David Lean, Seijun Suzuki, Akira Kurosawa or John Ford, tune in and listen up: you've found your episode.

Content Warning: This episode includes discussion of self-harm and sexual assault.

Join Boar Film editor Frank Evans and deputy editor Dom Thornton as they discuss their picks for the greatest movies of the 1960s. What a decade. International cinema exploded with the abundance of new waves everywhere from France to Japan. British film underwent a radical makeover, pristine big-budget American movies charmed millions and edgy independent cinema reached the masses towards the end of the decade when movies like Easy Rider swept awards ceremonies. If you like David Lean, Seijun Suzuki, Akira Kurosawa or John Ford, tune in and listen up: you've found your episode.

Content Warning: This episode includes discussion of self-harm and sexual assault. 

Hello freshers!!!! This episode of The Boar Film Podcast is just for you. Join Boar Film editor Frank Evans and deputy editor Dom Thornton as they give their advice for starting out at Warwick University. Touching upon everything from food to parties to drink to conversation to work and the glory of the library, Dom and Frank give you all the info that you need to make your first year at Warwick a great one. 

Boar Deputy Editor-in-Chief Amber Bentley joins Boar Film editor Frank Evans to discuss dancing in movies. Starting by discussing dance movies like Billy Elliot, Step Up and Save The Last Dance, the conversation moves to cover the speakers' favourite dancing scenes in non-dance movies. Praising standout dance sequences in Pulp Fiction, Beau Travail and Little Miss Sunshine, this episode is sure to register both with people who've memorised every one of Channing Tatum's sweet mid-2000s dance moves and with people who really appreciate the dance at the end of Napoleon Dynamite. 

Boar Film editor Frank Evans is joined by film aficionado Sam Atkinson to discuss Terrence Malick's four most celebrated movies: Badlands (1973), Days of Heaven (1978), The Thin Red Line (1998) and The Tree of Life (2011). After picking apart the strengths and shortcomings of these startlingly distinctive American movies, Frank and Sam discuss the films listed above The Tree of Life in The Guardian's list of the best films of the 21st century. 

Join Boar Film editor Frank Evans and Boar Film deputy editor Dom Thornton as they continue the best of the decade series. This time they take a look at the 1970s, a perfect oasis of cinema. In the USA, this was the New Hollywood era, where great American auteurs like Martin Scorsese, William Friedkin and Robert Altman found critical and commercial success. In Britain, the explosive auteurism of Nicolas Roeg and Ken Russell was big news and across Europe, Fellini, Tarkovsky, Rivette, Truffaut and Herzog continued to release landmark movies. Whether Dario Argento's hypersensory horror movies are your thing or if you prefer Stanley Kubrick's stately pacing, this episode will have something for you. Enjoy.

Join Boar Film editor Frank Evans and Boar Film deputy editor Dom Thornton as they continue the best of the decade series. This time they take a look at the 1970s, a perfect oasis of cinema. In the USA, this was the New Hollywood era, where great American auteurs like Martin Scorsese, William Friedkin and Robert Altman found critical and commercial success. In Britain, the explosive auteurism of Nicolas Roeg and Ken Russell was big news and across Europe, Fellini, Tarkovsky, Rivette, Truffaut and Herzog continued to release landmark movies. Whether Dario Argento's hypersensory horror movies are your thing or if you prefer Stanley Kubrick's stately pacing, this episode will have something for you. Enjoy. 

Writer Lucy Carter joins editor Frank Evans to discuss romance in film. Discussing everything from Nora Ephron rom-coms to film noir and tragic historical romances of golden-age Hollywood, this episode tracks the progression of romantic themes in cinema from silent classics all the way to the modern romantic comedy. Whether you prefer Keira Knightley or Humphrey Bogart, there's something in this episode for everyone.

Boar Arts editor Sophia Stanford and writer Margot Johnston return for a discussion with Boar Film editor Frank Evans on the 'Cool Girl' trope. The Cool Girl is a male filmmaking invention, a stock female characters that engages in stereotypically male pursuits (eating junk food, watching sports, drinking beer, playing video games) whilst remaining effortlessly beautiful. If you're interested in a conversation touching upon the most blatant examples of the trope, Gillian Flynn's analysis of the Cool Girl in her novel Gone Girl and ways in which this trope can be challenged and subverted, listen in. 

Former Boar Films editor James Palmer joins current Boar Films editor Frank Evans for a discussion on blockbuster movies and the do's and don't's of film reviews. Talking about everything from the 'talent drain' controversy surrounding the MCU to Thomas Vinterberg's new movie and film review pet peeves, listen in for a solid hour of good conversation. 

The Best of the Decade series continues, this time focusing on the 1980s. Conservative politicians were in power, movie franchises reigned supreme and the tide had fully turned against the noble auteurs. Despite all this horror, many great films just about managed to see the light of the day. Discussing works of art by Cimino, Leone, De Palma, Mann and many more, Frank Evans and Dom Thornton discuss what they consider to b the best films of the 1980s.

The Best of the Decade series continues, this time focusing on the 1980s. Conservative politicians were in power, movie franchises reigned supreme and the tide had fully turned against the noble auteurs. Despite all this horror, many great films just about managed to see the light of the day. Discussing works of art by Cimino, Leone, De Palma, Mann and many more, Frank Evans and Dom Thornton discuss what they consider to b the best films of the 1980s. 

Boar Books editor Alyssa Gibbons joins Boar Film editor Frank Evans for a discussion on young adult fiction and the Scorsese/Marvel controversy. After discussing Hunger Games, Harry Potter and Divergent, the conversation moves to consider what should be counted for art and what risk-taking cinema truly is. 

Editor Frank Evans is joined by Sophia Stanford and Margot Johnston to discuss the Twilight films. The discussion encompasses elements of all five films, their moments of levity, their characters, their themes (sexual and political) and their standing in wider popular culture. If you've ever enjoyed watching Taylor Lautner whip his shirt off, Kristen Stewart gaze blankly at a wintry line of tall trees or Robert Pattinson give a CGI werewolf a death stare, this is the episode for you!

In this two part extravaganza, editor Frank Evans is joined by avid film fans Nick Alford and Sam Atkinson to discuss their recent lockdown watches. Covering twelve films that the three friends watched together, this episode sees passionate conversation on classic films ranging from French New Wave landmark movie Breathless to Robert Altman's hazy, zany neo-noir The Long Goodbye. If you want to celebrate the fact that it's now legal to meet up and watch films with other people, this joyous discussion of how cinema reunited three friends will be music to your ears

In this two part extravaganza, editor Frank Evans is joined by avid film fans Nick Alford and Sam Atkinson to discuss their recent lockdown watches. Covering twelve films that the three friends watched together, this episode sees passionate conversation on classic films ranging from French New Wave landmark movie Breathless to Robert Altman's hazy, zany neo-noir The Long Goodbye. If you want to celebrate the fact that it's now legal to meet up and watch films with other people, this joyous discussion of how cinema reunited three friends will be music to your ears. 

In this week's episode, Deputy Film editor Dom Thornton joins editor Frank Evans in a discussion on the topic of the greatest films of the 1990s. Each presents a top 5 list of their favourites and provides a whole host of honourable mentions. With praise aimed towards films by Terrence Malick, Paul Verhoeven, Clint Eastwood and Paul Thomas Anderson, if you'd like to be introduced to the greatest films that the final decade of the 20th century has to offer, this is the episode for you.

In this week's episode, Deputy Film editor Dom Thornton joins editor Frank Evans in a discussion on the topic of the greatest films of the 1990s. Each presents a top 5 list of their favourites and provides a whole host of honourable mentions. With praise aimed towards films by Terrence Malick, Paul Verhoeven, Clint Eastwood and Paul Thomas Anderson, if you'd like to be introduced to the greatest films that the final decade of the 20th century has to offer, this is the episode for you. 

Join former Boar editor-in-chief Jasmine Parker as she discusses movie musicals with Boar Film editor Frank Evans. Expect discussion of Hairspray, La La Land, The Greatest Showman, West Side Story and many more. 

In a first run at a new format, Boar Film editor Frank Evans asks Boar TV editor Keith Mulopo 11 questions about his experiences with film. Which film defined Keith's teenage years? Which character does he relate to more than any other? What is his favourite movie soundtrack? For an engaging discussion on a life's formative film experiences, give this episode a listen.  

Join Boar Arts editor Sophia Stanford and Boar Film editor Frank Evans as they discuss films often referred to as "chick flicks". After an interrogation of the gendered title used to refer to the genre, Frank and Sophia discuss many beloved films of the 80s, 90s and 2000s including Bridget Jones's Diary, Legally Blonde, Miss Congeniality, Dirty Dancing, Clueless, Twilight and more.

Join writer Kate Rice and Boar Film editor Frank Evans as they discuss the many ways that people with disabilities have been represented in films. Expect in-depth discussion of recent controversial movies like Music and Me Before You as well as a consideration of some older films that were surprisingly progressive for their time. Further discussion touches upon the issues associated with Forrest Gump and Rain Man.

CW: This episode includes discussion of ableist tropes, self-harm and films that depict the holocaust. 

Join Boar Film editor Frank Evans and writer Noah Keate as they discuss the films that defined their childhood. Expect nostalgia about VHS tapes, Julie Andrews worship and chat on everything from Fantastic Mr Fox to Harry Potter. 

Join Boar film editor Frank Evans and Boar film deputy editor Dom Thornton as they discuss their favourite films of the 21st century so far. Each has their own list of 5 choices. From obscure French thrillers about techno-espionage to critically acclaimed modern classics about murderous oilmen, films from all different spheres of 21st century cinema are discussed and celebrated.

Join Boar film editor Frank Evans and Boar film deputy editor Dom Thornton as they discuss their favourite films of the 21st century so far. Each has their own list of 5 choices. From obscure French thrillers about techno-espionage to critically acclaimed modern classics about murderous oilmen, films from all different spheres of 21st century cinema are discussed and celebrated. 

Join Boar Film editor Frank Evans and film fanatic Sam Atkinson as they discuss the 2021 Oscars. For a conversation encompassing this year's winners and nominees that drifts to cover the historical films so cruelly cast aside by the Academy, this episode touches on some of the greatest films ever made. Why didn't Citizen Kane or Vertigo win the Best Picture Oscar? How do these two seminal films differ? For discussion on all of this and more, give this episode a listen. 

Boar contributor Lucy Carter joins Boar Film editor Frank Evans to discuss coming of age films, teen films and pretty much all films about schools and young adults. The differences between Lady Bird and Booksmart are teased apart at length before a discussion on the reality of teenage life, The Inbetweeners, Ghost World and Edge of Seventeen. If your teenage years were mostly spent indoors looking at a phone or a TV screen and you've never been to a party in a Californian mansion, this episode is for you.

Join boar film editor Frank Evans and Boar music editor Emma Wilkes as they discuss the highs and lows of the many book-to-film adaptations. Covering everything from Apocalypse Now to Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, get ready for an absolute voyage of a conversation.

CW: Discussion of abuse and transphobia. 

Put on your nerdiest, most highbrow glasses for a cerebral examination of art cinema. Join Boar Film editor Frank Evans and film aficionado Sam Atkinson as they deconstruct Bergman, Resnais and the 2003 Mike Myers film "The Cat in the Hat". 

Join editor Frank Evans and contributor Ella Wilson as they start to discuss Disney films and end up drifting into conversation on everything from The Shining to Freaky Friday. If you're the kind of person that takes great pleasure in realising that a serious dramatic actor in a critically acclaimed cinematic classic is also the voice of the T-Rex in Toy Story, this is the episode for you. 

Join Boar Film editor Frank Evans and Boar Film deputy editor Dom Thornton as each lists their ten favourite films. Be prepared for war epics, extended praise for Michael Mann, Sissy Spacek appreciation and the word "unbelievable" being used roughly 8,000 times. Part 2 of 2.

Join Boar Film editor Frank Evans and Boar Film deputy editor Dom Thornton as each lists their ten favourite films. Be prepared for war epics, extended praise for Michael Mann, Sissy Spacek appreciation and the word "unbelievable" being used roughly 8,000 times. Part 1 of 2. 

He's been described as a legend. A suave, devilishly handsome man, clothed in the finest fashion and holding a glass of the world's finest champagne, effortlessly defeating power-crazed super-villains and tyrannical dictators. That's right, Warwick Boar Multimedia deputy editor Nick Alford is our guest today! Join us as we discuss Nick's thoughts on Timothy Dalton, the most underrated James Bond. We get sidetracked and talk about View to a Kill memes. It's a lot of fun. 

Frank Evans joins the show again to discuss the great Auteurs, what it means to be an Auteur and how this compares to the studio system. 

James is joined by Warwick Student Cinema Film Officer Aryan Aneja to discuss how the Warwick Student Cinema runs, how its had to adapt in COVID times as well as the bigger impact on cinemas in gerenal!

CW: Domestic Abuse

James is joined by deputy editor Katherine Wood as they discuss Johnny Depp's court ruling and the consequences of it, Martin Scorsese's works after it was his birthday last week. Brief mentions of a pair of terrible animated films are also made.

James is joined by writer Jacob Jefferson to describe Sean Connery's filmography, politics in films and bad film takes on Warwick Fessions...

In this episode we have Boar Games deputy editor Ishraq Subhan join us to discuss the new Borat film, Sacha Baron Cohen's body of work and what the second lockdown means for cinemas!

Boar Games editor and Adam Sandler superfan Oliver Barsby joins James to discuss Sandler's filmography, his latest film Hubie Halloween and a few other Halloween recommendations.

This week, James is joined by writer Frank Evans who discusses the films he discovered on the BFI's top 100 films of all time list, as the pair consider the differences between multiple lists ranking films and what should really be considered when ranking what the best films are.  

This week, Lillie Skerman is back discussing the very best works that Studio Ghibli have to offer! There is also a brief discussion about Enola Holmes and the controversy surrounding it.

This week, James has one of his editors-in-chief Kate Rice on the show to discuss her take, as a bisexual woman, on LGBT depicitions in films and how LGBT issues and themes are handled in films. Covered films include Moonlight, Blue is the Warmest Colour and the latest Star Wars films. Also discussed is the #BoycottMulan controversy.

James makes up for his lack of trendiness by inviting Lifestyle editor Lucy Martin and Head of Social Media Celia Pope to discuss all the major advice they would give to incoming freshers, how to navigate societies, where to see films while at Warwick uni and discussing film depictions of university.

This week, Dominic Thornton joins James to discuss Chadwick Boseman's life and works, with light shone on his roles in 42, Get On Up, Black Panther and Da 5 Bloods.

James is joined by his ex-editor and Nolan fan Harry King as they discuss Tenet as well as Nolan's directorial style. Join them as they discuss his long term issues and his very best works!

This week James is joined by long-time writer and DC megafan Lillie Skerman as the two dissect all the film news (and even some of the game news!) to emerge from the #DCFanDome event, featuring opinions on the state of superhero movies, The Batman, the Snyder cut, Wonder Woman 1984 and more!

This week Boar news co-editor Ollie Toms joins James talking about a number of films depicting a wide range of periods of history.