Mark of the beast Always a joy discussing movies with Martyn Strange. I jumped at the chance to dive into The Omen (1976) - Richard Donner's classic has always been a firm favourite of mine so made for an effortless conversation. Check out the episode and Martin's other 50 Years of... You can listen to the 50 Years of The Omen via Spotify and other platforms. Follow Martyn via Instagram. @filmsplaining and @thisismartynstrange.

Finding the truth in filmmaking... Few films this year have generated the kind of quiet anticipation surrounding Burt (2026), the latest feature from filmmaker Joe Burke. Blending intimate character work with a striking visual style, the film explores memory, identity, and the fragile ways people hold onto the past. Since its premiere, Burt has sparked conversations for its emotional honesty, understated performances, and Burke’s confident direction — further cementing him as

New York City...Open 24 Hours. I had the pleasure of discussing Abel Ferrara's FEAR CITY (1984) with Craig MacNeil over on his podcast, Craig & Friends. Check out the episode - we had a lot of fun. You can read my essay on the film on 101 Films' LE Blu-ray release . You can listen to the episode via iTunes , Spotify and other platforms. Follow Martyn via Instagram. @craigandfriendspod