Popcorn for Dinner

Jan 30 2025 381 ep. 59 mins 12

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Weekly conversations breaking down what we're watching, what you should be watching and everything in between.

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'Severance' Season 2, Episode 3: DEI Kier Package

Jan 30 2025 70 mins

Time for a field trip, Refiners! On this week's breakdown of 'Severance' on Apple TV+, AJ returns to help Ebube and Chinedu figure out why this episode was so quietly chaotic. They first address allegations that the show relies too much on stringing its audience along (1:10), then they talk about Milchick getting some gold ol’ corporate appreciation, as well as his identity as a

Why You Should Watch ‘Sing Sing’ & Our Top 5 Films About Creativity | Is This Cinema?

Jan 28 2025 82 mins

Bankole and Ebube take over IS THIS CINEMA to gush about the breathtaking 'Sing Sing', one of the best films of last year (4:25). Later, in keeping with the film's themes, they spotlight some of their favourite films that spark their creativity (33:55).You can support us here.Subscribe to our Newsletter.Hosts: Bankole Imoukhuede and Ebube UbochiProduction by: Ebuka NnamaniTheme Mus

'Severance' Season 2, Episode 2: Welcome Contrition

Jan 23 2025 75 mins

Welcome back, Refiners! And shame on you, fetid moppets! This week on 'Severance', Ebube and Chinedu are back with a new deputy supervisor, Jerry. They delve into Mark's dilemma and state of mind, Mr Milchick's sinister deftness at knowing his audience, and whether our thoughts on Helena are still valid after this episode.We need to make quota this quarter so hurry in and join the

The Thrills of 'Conclave' & 'Juror #2' | Is This Cinema?

Jan 21 2025 85 mins

Obiora is joined by his fellow cardinals (Ebuka & Banky) right in time to elect a new pope. Firstly though, they deliberate on what constitutes a "thriller" (05:45), before discussing Edward Berger's papal election film, 'Conclave' (9:40). They then carry out their civic duties and pass judgment over Clint Eastwood's 'Juror #2', starring Nicholas Hoult (51:00).Subscribe to our

'Severance' Season 2 Premiere: Enjoy Your Balloons

Jan 16 2025 57 mins

Hello 'Severance' Refiners! And welcome to a new Lumon, a Lumon for You! This week, walking you through the new practices we've put in place ever since the enlightening Macrodat Uprising, are your friendly supervisors, Ebube, Chinedu and AJ. They'll touch on your new co-workers (13:50), the perils of re-integration (20:40), the return of your old friends (31:55), our many changes a

The Euphoria of 'Anora' | Is This Cinema?

Jan 14 2025 66 mins

Obiora and Ayisha somehow made it to the courtroom to discuss Sean Baker's electrifying 'Anora' (6:25). They try to understand the allure of Vanya to Ani (12:03), the many interpretations of that intriguing final scene (17:40), what the film may or may not be saying about love (37:45) and more.Subscribe to our Newsletter via - https://popcornfordinnerpod.com/#newsletterHosts: Obior

Back to Work: Our 'Severance' Season 1 Recap

Jan 14 2025 62 mins

The long-awaited second season of 'Severance' is so close, our heads are exploding all over again. Ebube and Chinedu break down the key moments of the AppleTV+ show's first season and share theories on what viewers can expect as the story continues.They discuss memorable scenes (14:44) as well as their favorite character arcs, the show's origins, and the fact that Ben Stiller's dir

Revealing Our Letterboxd 4! | Is This Cinema?

Jan 07 2025 71 mins

"ONLY FOUR?!" The entire Is This Cinema crew is joining your favourite celebrities and cinephiles to share their unique Letterboxd 4! From childhood favourites, to international coming-of-age films and auteur passion projects, these are the films that shaped them! (7:40).Feel free to share yours with us over on Twitter or Instagram. Subscribe to our Newsletter via - https://popcorn

'Bad Sisters' Season 2 Finale: Accidents and Miracles

Dec 23 2024 84 mins

Ayisha, Angel and Bankole are only a little bit winded as they discuss the final two episodes of 'Bad Sisters' Season 2. They touch on the events that concluded the season (2:25), their final Sisters Power Rankings (45:50), and bid farewell to the show by testing their knowledge of Irish slang (1:03:00).Also Available on Youtube - https://youtu.be/1sL32STgsK4You can support us here

The DENZEL WASHINGTON Mount Rushmore | Is This Cinema?

Dec 19 2024 60 mins

King Kong ain't got shit on us; it's the Denzel Washington Mount Rushmore!!This week, Obiora and Priscilla are full of praise for Denzel Washington as they discuss his career and create their Mount Rushmore of his films. They discuss his career through 'pre-Training Day' Denzel (12:00), 'Training Day' and 'Action Star' Denzel (38:05) and finally, 'Old Man' Denzel (48:00). Subscribe