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Courtney Solomon: After Dark Interview

James — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 00:03:07 +0000

Courtney Solomon – Founder and present head of After Dark Films and pioneer of the annual Horrorfest film festival was in Australia to discuss his latest series of projects – After Dark Originals: 8 Films to Die For. In this exclusive Q&A and Interview, Courtney tells of his ability to succeed in low budget production, just how to get your ideas out there and reveals candidly his drive and his passion for the genre and the business. Warts and all from financing examples to casting, much like his films, Courtney isn’t afraid to take us into territory others wouldn’t dare.

An Evening With Jack Thompson

James — Mon, 27 Jun 2011 01:08:05 +0000

In celebration of the beloved Father/Son drama ‘The Sum of Us’. Popcorn Taxi hosted Aussie stage and screen icon Jack Thompson for a Q&A after an exclusive screening at the Australian Film Festival. Watch Jack as he remembers the characteristics that drew him to ‘Harry’ and his progressive relationship with his son ‘Jeff’, featuring a young Russell Crowe.

Kick Ass with Matthew Vaughn

James — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 00:38:55 +0000

WARNING: THE FOLLOWING VIDEO CONTAINS COARSE LANGUAGE, VIOLENCE AND PLOT SPOILERS! Speaking to a sold out Popcorn Taxi audience, writer/director Matthew Vaughn talks jet packs, swearing Chloe Moretz, Elvis and Nicolas Cage!

Animal Kingdom: Exclusive cast and crew Q&A

James — Thu, 16 Sep 2010 00:35:45 +0000

Popcorn Taxi’s Chris Murray moderated an exclusive audience Q&A with writer/director David Michod, editor Luke Doolan, award-winning actor Ben Mendelsohn, actor Sullivan Stapleton and newcomer James Frecheville on creating the taut, dramatic criminal underworld of Animal Kingdom.

Accidents Happen with Geena Davis & Andrew Lancaster

James — Fri, 23 Apr 2010 02:01:18 +0000

Popcorn Taxi’s Michael Adams talks to Academy Award winning actress Geena Davis and aussie director Andrew Lancaster about their latest film ‘Accidents Happen’. Geena also enlightened the sold out Popcorn Taxi audience with tales of her illustrious career.

Mad Max: The Reunion

James — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 08:52:09 +0000

WARNING: THE FOLLOWING VIDEO CONTAINS EXPLICIT LANGUAGE, VIEWER DISCRETION IS ADVISED.

Popcorn Taxi hosted the first ever Mad Max reunion in 31 years, along for the sold out Q&A were the original cast (along with the greatest stuntman alive Grant Page), here’s what they had to say on one of the best films this country has ever produced!

Daybreakers with the Spierig Brothers

James — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 00:12:59 +0000

Brisbane based filmmaking brothers Peter and Michael Spierig spill the beans on their latest gore-fest ‘Daybreakers’. Featuring an all-star cast including Ethan Hawke, Willem Dafoe, Sam Neill and Claudia Karvan.

Antichrist with Lars Von Trier

James — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 23:13:15 +0000

Popcorn Taxi conducted its first ever Skype interview with controversial Danish director Lars Von Trier after a screening of his latest shock-fest ‘Antichrist’.

Anvil: The Story of Anvil

Chris — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 00:34:10 +0000

Arguably the film of the year, Anvil: The Story of Anvil’s Robb Reiner and Steve ‘Lips’ Kudlow (best mates since 14) joined director Sacha Gervasi and producer Rebecca Yeldham for our exclusive Q&A event. Here are some of the highlights that unfolded to a sold-out Popcorn Taxi crowd. Turn it up to 11!

Taking Woodstock with Ang Lee

Chris — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 10:33:05 +0000

Veteran film critic David Stratton interviews Academy Award-winning director Ang Lee on his progression towards a mainstream American comedy after strenuous shoots for ‘Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon’, ‘Hulk’ and the emotional roller-coaster that was ‘Brokeback Mountain’. Lee goes on to discuss his working relationship with Heath Ledger on the latter, describing the late actor as a “Genius”, and explains why he feels his 1997 drama ‘The Ice Storm’ could be considered an unofficial sequel to ‘Taking Woodstock’.

Frost/Nixon – Part 2

Chris — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 03:22:43 +0000

In part 2 of our exclusive interview, Michael Sheen describes the rumours of Nixon’s late night phone calls and how they were used as a major plot device in the film, plus the insecurities of both men and how it affected their interviews and Frost’s desire for TV success in the US.

Missed Part One? Click here.

Frost/Nixon with Michael Sheen

Chris — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 03:21:11 +0000

Popcorn Taxi spoke to acclaimed actor Michael Sheen (’The Queen’, ‘Underworld’) about his latest role as jet-setting, ratings-chasing TV personality David Frost and his quest to secure the first TV interview of former president Richard Nixon. A veteran of the stage production upon which the film was based, Sheen explains the differences between his stage portrayal of Frost and his on-screen performance, as well as subsequent encounters with the man himself.

Want more? Click here to watch Part 2.