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The Drop: A Snowfall Saga, A Different World & Line of Fire
This week we review The Drop: A Snowfall Saga, A Different World & Line of Fire — Summary Pilot Season Kickoff It’s another week in the For Your Reference household, and our hosts are excited to guide us through the latest pilot episodes. KT sets the tone with the hopes of the networks and streaming […]
The End of Oak Street, Hope & The Comeback
This week we review The End of Oak Street, Hope & The Comeback.
Possession – Roots or Riches
Navigate the corporate and cultural worlds through self-interrogation. Tap in or sell out with Possession this week.
The Polygamist – The Joyce of Marriage
It’s a man’s world of contradiction, manipulation and copulation. Get in the wife line from Joburg to Soweto with the Polygamist this week.
Witch Hat Atelier, President Curtis Furious & What Will I Become?
In this week’s Reference Max, we review Witch Hat Atelier, President Curtis Furious, and What Will I Become? — Marvel’s Missteps:KT and Oti lament the cancellation of Mahershala Ali’s Blade and other Marvel projects, sparking a discussion about the entertainment giants’ unmet potential to deliver on fan expectations. Animation Adventures and Spirited Insights President Curtis:KT […]
The Odyssey – Bay of Pigs
Set sail and defy the gods on a cinematic reimagining of disguised beasts, forsaken crew and Mary J Real love. Beckon the call from Hades with The Odyssey this week.
Nika & Madison, Colony, The Seoul Guardians & Morte Cucina
In this Reference Max, we review a selection of films from the Sydney Film Festival: Nika & Madison, Colony, The Seoul Guardians & Morte Cucina For info on films covered today: Nika & Madison (Dir. Eva Thomas) Colony (Dir. Yeon Sang-ho) The Seoul Guardians (Dir. Kim Jong-woo, Kim Shin-wan & Cho Chul-young) Morte Cucina (Dir. Pen-ek Ratanaruang)
Filipiñana, Replica, Sukundimi Walks Before Me & Ben’Imana
In this Reference Max, we review a selection of films from the Sydney Film Festival: Filipiñana, Replica, Sukundimi Walks Before Me, and Ben’Imana. For info on films covered today:
Love & Other Crimes, The Travel Companion, Mother Mary & Finding Emily
In this Reference Max we review Love & Other Crimes (Short), The Travel Companion, Mother Mary & Finding Emily
Red carpet interviews with “Mortal Kombat II” Cast & Crew, Simon McQuoid, Karl Urban, Chin Han, Josh Lawson, Desmond Chiam, CJ Bloomfield
We had the opportunity to be on the red carpet for the Mortal Kombat II Sydney Fan Screening. We chat to Simon McQuoid (Director), Karl Urban (Johnny Cage), Chin Han (Shang Tsung), Josh Lawson (Kano), Desmond Chiam (King Jerrod), CJ Bloomfield (Baraka). As suggested by cast & crew we have banger double feature recs of […]
Interview with “Seven Snipers” Director, Sandra Sciberras
This week we chat to Director Sandra Sciberras for the film, Seven Snipers. We discuss how the contrast of being a meticulous sniper vs the unpredictability of being a parent, shooting on location and grounded action cinema. As suggested by Sandra, double feature watching of Seven Snipers & Predator. SEVEN SNIPERS is in cinemas April […]
You, Me & Tuscany – In Vino Veritas
Sip on wine truths and do some soul searching while being serenaded under the Tuscan sun. Fall in love with You, Me & Tuscany this week.
2026 Crunchyroll Anime Awards – Predictions
We are back again with an awards prediction episode, this time for this year’s Crunchyroll Anime Awards. We mostly agree for Dan Da Dan & Gachiakuta wins with hopeful wins for Kaiju No 8 & Solo Leveling. Undeniable win for Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba The Movie: Infinity Castle. For more details and to vote:https://www.crunchyroll.com/animeawards/vote
BTS: The Okjafication of Bangtan
Dedicate your life to the fans and intricately curate how you are perceived. Return from the world you knew and struggle to find yourself with BTS: The Return this week.
Bait – Porco Rizzo
Compose yourself before the performance of a lifetime. Is the fame for people that look like you or just to be the only one that looks like you? Sell out or stay grounded with Bait this week.
Sirāt & The Voice of Hind Rajab
In the first solo Reference Max and first solo podcast eppy, I review Sirât & The Voice of Hind Rajab.
2026 Oscar Predictions – What we want vs what we think will win
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
We Need to Talk About Kevin – Deliver Us From Eva
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 […]
Ratcatcher – What’s New Pussycat?
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, […]
Marty Supreme, 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple, Night Patrol & My Brother’s Band
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.
FYR 2025 Host & Patron Ratings
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!
The Beast in Me – Jekyll & Snide
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.
100m, Bugonia, If I Had Legs I’d Kick You & Predator: Badlands
In this week’s reference max we will be reviewing 100m, Bugonia, If I Had Legs I’d Kick You & Predator: Badlands
Dreaming Whilst Black – How Much A Dollar Cost
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.
Sorry Baby, Women Wearing Shoulder Pads, HIM & One Battle After Another
In this week’s Reference Max we review, Sorry, Baby, Women Wearing Shoulder Pads, HIM & One Battle After Another. — Summary Introduction: Weekly Updates and Reflections Welcome back to another lively week in the For Your Reference household! This week, KT and Oti discuss the changing seasons, humorous musings, and offer varied takes on the […]