This month in the Movieland Spotlight, we sit down with actor Ryan Thomas Moore, best known for his role in Jeepers Creepers 3, for an unmissable deep dive into one of horror’s most talked about franchises.In this exclusive chat, Ryan shares how he landed the role, what it was really like working alongside the Creeper (Jonathan Breck), and the craft behind acting genuinely terrified on screen. He opens up about his knowledge for the origins of the Creeper, the infamous screen used Creeper truck, and the hilarious story behind registering his own custom license plate, BEATINGU.We also cover dirt bike riding, his thoughts on the Jeepers Creepers Reborn reboot, and where he believes the franchise could head next. Perfect for fans of horror, creature features, and behind the scenes cinema stories, this interview delivers rare insight straight from someone who lived the terror on set.Step inside the world of Jeepers Creepers like never before.

This month in Movieland Podcast, we spotlight Predator Badlands, The Running Man, Sisu Road to Revenge, and Wicked for Good.In our streaming guide, we round up what to watch on Netflix, HBO Max, and Disney+, including IT Welcome to Derry, Stranger Things 5, Fantastic Four First Steps, The Co-Ed Killer and Frankenstein.Physical collectors be on the LOOK out for our Exclusive $50 Giveaway thanks to Sanity Australia. Shop everything from 4K, Blu-ray, DVD, Vinyl and Collectables!

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In this chilling Movieland Spotlight interview, we sit down with writer-director Chad Ferrin to discuss his latest true-crime horror film The Co-Ed Killer, inspired by the life and crimes of Ed Kemper — now available on Digital and DVD.Ferrin opens up about the origins of his disturbing concept, his deep research into Kemper’s psychology, and how his approach compares to Netflix’s Monster series on Dahmer and Ed Gein. He also teases upcoming projects centered around other infamous figures such as Dorothea Puente and Richard Ramirez, explaining how he chooses which real-life monsters to bring to the screen.The conversation also touches on his film Pig Killer, starring Jake Busey, and how Ferrin balances exploitation cinema with authentic human storytelling.🎬 The Co-Ed Killer is available now — stream it or grab the DVD and dive into the dark mind behind the madness.

Step inside the Movieland Spotlight for an exclusive interview with James Remar, star of the chilling new TV series IT: Welcome to Derry. Joined by Bill Skarsgård, the show explores the dark origins of Pennywise the Clown in a terrifying prequel to IT.

We go behind the scenes with Remar as he discusses meeting Skarsgård, watching him transform, and working with director Andy Muschietti. Plus, we pay tribute to Remar’s classic roles in Tales from the Darkside and The Warriors. Welcome To Derry is A must-watch this Halloween - now streaming on HBO Max in Australia!

This month in the Movieland Spotlight, we sit down with Australian filmmaker Kiah Roache-Turner, the creative force behind the new shark thriller Beast of War (2025). We dive into the deep end with his latest shark spectacle and revisit his spine-tingling previous feature, Sting (2024) - a web-spinning nightmare guaranteed to test your arachnophobia.Along the way, we chat about the best shark movie ever made (besides Jaws, of course), the absolute worst one to ever surface, and what it takes to keep audiences gripping their seats from spiders to sharks.

This month in the Movieland spotlight we talk to Louis Mandylor, best known for his roles in My Big Fat Greek Wedding, Doom: Annihilation, Skyline Warpath, and countless other action-packed projects.In this in-depth conversation, we dive into Louis’s remarkable career, from his breakout success in Hollywood to his evolution as an actor, writer, and director. He also shares insight into his latest directorial venture, the 2025 action thriller Prisoner of War, starring martial arts legend Scott Adkins.Don’t miss this candid and inspiring chat with one of the most versatile talents in the business.

#movieland #podcast #blackphone2 This month on the Movieland Podcast we’re diving into the latest must-see titles lighting up the screen; The Black Phone 2, Bugonia, Tron Ares, After The Hunt and Dracula A Love Tale.Plus a roundup of top streaming picks on Netflix, Disney+, and Max, including Monster Ed Gein, IT Welcome To Derry and The Chair Company - Finally we review: HIM the new Jordan Peele Horror AND the Australian drama The Travellers - followed by an insight into our experience at the new 4DX Cinema at Event Cinemas in Marion.We also round up our MUST WATCH Halloween movie suggestions!▬ Contents of this video ▬00:00 Intro00:18 Black Phone 2 Trailer02:29 Black Phone 2 Brief02:50 Halloween Movies05:59 4DX Cinema - Him Movie Review16:10 The Travellers17:13 Social Advertisement18:31 The Big Screen18:42 The Black Phone 223:24 Tron Ares32:33 Bugonia33:53 After The Hunt35:43 Dracula A Love Tale38:10 Cinema Advertisement39:14 Streaming Guide39:23 The Ed Gein Story43:40 Welcome To Derry46:19 That's A Wrap---------Netflix podcast, Cinema Podcast, Australian movie podcast, Australian podcast, What to watch, cinema guide, streaming guide, netflix guide, what to watch on netflix, disney plus, hbo max. 4DX Marion Cinema, Event Cinemas 4DX.

This month in Movieland Spotlight, we sit down with filmmaker Ryan Bellgardt, the creative force behind the long-awaited sequel Jurassic Games: Extinction. Following up on his cult hit The Jurassic Games (2018), Bellgardt dives back into his thrilling world where dinosaurs and death games collide, delivering bigger action, smarter twists, and evolved prehistoric chaos.

In this exclusive interview, we explore the film’s evolution from its original concept to its ambitious sequel, uncovering how Bellgardt balanced practical effects with cutting-edge CGI to bring his latest dino spectacle to life. We also chat about his earlier hit Gremlin (2017) and the surprising hidden link to the Cloverfield universe.

Living in the heart of Tornado Alley in Oklahoma, Bellgardt opens up about how the real-world storms around him inspired his fascination with disaster cinema, discussing Twister, Twisters, and Into the Storm — as well as how nature’s fury shapes his storytelling.

From the DNA of Jurassic Park to the creature legacy of Predator and Alien, this conversation is a love letter to genre filmmaking, survival instincts, and the enduring power of imagination.

Tonight on the Movieland Podcast: We’re diving into the latest must-see titles lighting up the screen; Fight or Flight, One Battle After Another, Spinal Tap 2 and A Big Bold Beautiful Journey.Plus a roundup of top streaming picks on Netflix, Disney+, and Max, including Wayward, Futurama, The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox, Alien Earth and Task - Finally we review: Weapons, Primitive War, The Naked Gun, Caught Stealing and Eddington.Hosted by Shawn Montague and Bl8nkp8ge, grab your popcorn and follow us because we bring you a one stop shop for all the news on new releases at the cinema, digital rentals and all of the streaming services combined - with some classic hidden gems you may have missed.Netflix podcast, Cinema Podcast, Australian movie podcast, Australian podcast, What to watch, cinema guide, streaming guide, netflix guide, what to watch on netflix, disney plus, hbo max. 4DX Marion Cinema, Event Cinemas 4DX.

This month in the Movieland Spotlight, we sit down with acclaimed Australian writer and director Luke Sparke to discuss his latest project – the bold new indie dinosaur horror Primitive War.Starring Ryan Kwanten (True Blood), Jeremy Piven (Very Bad Things), Tricia Helfer (Battlestar Galactica), and Nick Wechsler (Roswell), this R-rated thrill ride is a far cry from the family-friendly dinosaur blockbusters audiences might expect. Instead, Sparke leans into gritty realism, bone-crunching suspense, and a hard-hitting war setting to create something uniquely Australian and unapologetically intense.In our exclusive chat, Sparke opens up about the challenges of adapting Ethan Pettus’s cult novel, the delicate balance of casting international names alongside homegrown talent, and the joy of bringing prehistoric terror to life on Queensland’s wild terrain. He also speaks candidly about inevitable comparisons to Jurassic Park and Jurassic World, explaining how Primitive War deliberately sets itself apart as a film for older audiences who crave darker, bloodier dinosaur mayhem.Beyond the battlefields of Vietnam and the roar of dinosaurs, Sparke teases what lies ahead for his future projects – hinting at even bigger, more ambitious films to come from one of Australia’s most exciting genre directors.Primitive War In Cinemas Now!Spotlight is released early to help promote Primitive War's current cinema run but featured apart of the September movieland magazine.

Tonight on the Movieland Podcast: We’re diving into the latest must-see titles lighting up the screen; The Naked Gun, Caught Stealing, Weapons. Plus, The Toxic Avenger Reboot and Honey Don't. Plus a roundup of top streaming picks on Netflix, Disney+, and HBO Max, including Alien Earth, Peacemaker Season 2, Wednesday Season 2 and Final Destination Bloodlines - Then, we rewind the reel to revisit Spawn, The Game & Toy Story. Finally we review: Together, I Know What You Did Last Summer and Happy Gilmore 2.Hosted by Shawn Montague and Bl8nkp8ge, grab your popcorn and follow us because we bring you a one stop shop for all the news on new releases at the cinema, digital rentals and all of the streaming services combined - with some classic hidden gems you may have missed.▬ Chapters ▬00:00 Intro00:16 Together Review06:23 Happy Gilmore 2 Review11:10 I Know What You Did Last Summer Review14:45 Advertisements15:20 The Big Screen15:35 The Naked Gun20:49 Caught Stealing24:49 Weapons and Horror31:36 The Toxic Avenger34:01 Honey Don't36:35 Cinema Advertisements37:58 Streaming Guide38:06 Alien Earth40:03 Peacemaker Season 241:43 Wednesday Season 242:56 Final Destination Bloodlines46:04 Advertisements46:44 Digital Guide51:36 Rewind52:07 The Game54:35 Spawn57:40 Toy Story01:02:44 What's The Score01:05:00 Movieland Anniversary01:10:04 Movieland Museum01:11:42 End Credits01:11:56 Outtakes▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Netflix podcast, cinema podcast, blockbuster podcast, australian podcast, movies, what to watch, cinema guide, streaming guide, movie review, australian movie review, the naked gun review, weapons review, honey dont review, i know what you did last summer review, together movie review, happy gilmore 2 review, the gate movie, the gate 1987, spawn 1997, the game 1997, toy story 1995, movieland video store, movieland musuem, adam sandler, Benny Safdie, uncut gems, good time movie, hbo max, peacemaker, james gunn, superman, event cinemas, fight club movie

This month in the Movieland spotlight, we catch up with the ultimate dishwashing legend himself, Keith Coogan! Best known for his iconic role as Kenny in Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead, Keith also starred in Adventures in Babysitting, Toy Soldiers, Jay and Silent Bob Reboot and In the Army Now.Dishes are done, man!

Tonight on the Movieland Podcast: We’re diving into the latest must-see titles lighting up the screen — 28 Years Later, Superman, Jurassic World Rebirth, I Know What You Did Last Summer and The Fantastic Four First Steps.Plus a roundup of top streaming picks on Netflix, Disney+, and Max, including Predator: Killer of Killers, Brick, Happy Gilmore 2, Sinners and Minecraft - Then, we rewind the reel to revisit Back To The Future and celebrating its 40th anniversary, followed by Plunkett & Macleane.On digital we look at; Ballerina, Dangerous Animals, Looney Tunes The Day The Earth Blew Up and Steven Martini in Bittersweet.

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Hosted by Shawn Montague and Bl8nkp8ge, grab your popcorn and follow us because we bring you a one stop shop for all the news on new releases at the cinema, digital rentals and all of the streaming services combined - with some classic hidden gems you may have missed.▬ Contents ▬00:00 Intro00:15 Watchlist recap05:44 28 Years Later13:06 Predator Killer of Killers16:53 The Big Screen17:03 Jurassic World Rebirth22:59 Superman28:42 Fantastic Four First Steps33:57 I Know What You Did Last Summer40:35 Cinema Advertisements41:50 Streaming Guide45:06 Digital Guide46:08 Rewind46:16 Back To The Future50:13 Plunket & Macleane52:48 Whats The Score55:18 End Credits#movieland #podcast #moviesAustralian movie podcast

From Magic Cupboards to Marvins Room, A Catch Up with a ’90s Favourite

It is not every day you get to sit down with someone whose childhood performance helped define a generation’s sense of wonder. Hal Scardino, who starred as Omri in The Indian in the Cupboard, takes a rare step back into the spotlight with Movieland to reflect on a career that brushed shoulders with legends and brought childhood imaginations to life.

In this conversation, Hal opens up about working alongside Litefoot and the unique challenges of acting with green screens, miniatures, and practical effects long before CGI became the norm. He recalls the intensity and calm of playing chess scenes with Laurence Fishburne in Searching for Bobby Fischer, and the raw energy of acting opposite Leonardo DiCaprio in Marvins Room—including a little-known story of how DiCaprio personally scouted him to join Romeo and Juliet.

Now working outside the limelight, Hal shares insights into what he is doing today, how he views his early fame, and what The Indian in the Cupboard means to him all these years later. Plus, in true nostalgic spirit, we ask: what absurd or hilarious objects would he stick in that magical cupboard today?

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Tonight on the Movieland Podcast: We’re diving into the latest must-see titles lighting up the screen — Bring Her Back, Materialists, Karate Kid Legends, 28 Years Later, Ballerina, Dangerous Animals, Mission: Impossible, Happy Gilmore 2, and I Know What You Did Last Summer.Then, we rewind the reel to revisit Sinners, Until Dawn, and Looney Tunes: The Day the Earth Blew Up — plus a roundup of top streaming picks on Netflix, Disney+, and Max, including Predator: Killer of Killers, Titan: The OceanGate Disaster, and Squid Game: Season 3.And of course, we celebrate the classics — 28 Days Later, 28 Weeks Later, Terminator in 4K, and the underrated gem Electric Dreams.Hosted by Shawn Montague and Bl8nkp8ge, grab your popcorn and follow us because we bring you a one stop shop for all the news on new releases at the cinema, digital rentals and all of the streaming services combined - with some classic hidden gems you may have missed.#movieland #podcast #movies movie podcast, cinema podcast, netflix podcast, funny podcast, comedy podcast, talking movies, movie review podcast, australian podcast, sony pictures australia, max australia, netflix australia, disney plus australia, event cinemas australia, krix quake sound, wallis cinema

Video Version Also Available On YouTube - In an exclusive interview, we catch up with actor and editor Max Goldblatt as he looks back on his cult classics — from working with Ben Stiller in Heavyweights and Daniel Stern in Bushwhacked, to taking on schoolyard bullies in Sticks and Stones. He also talks about his exciting transition into film editing, including his latest work on Sacramento with Michael Cera and Kristen Stewart.

He shares behind-the-scenes stories from Heavyweights, and even compares it to modern cult hit Dodgeball. Plus, we talk about Sticks and Stones, the intense, overlooked drama that tackled bullying and revenge with The Sandlot Kid "Squints" aka Chauncey Leopardi. And last but not least, Don't miss his Home Alone spin-off sequel pitch and a ton of wild Hollywood stories!Other mentions include; Mark-Paul Gosselaar, Gary Busey and Kirstie Alley.

Tonight on the Movieland Podcast: We spotlight the latest buzzworthy titles, including Karate Kid Legends, Predator: Badlands, 28 Years Later, Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning, Bring Her Back, and Final Destination: Bloodlines.

Then we take a look back at The Minecraft Movie, Sinners, Until Dawn, and Thunderbolts: The New Avengers. We round things out with some fun banter on the greatest kung fu flicks including; Dragon, Mulan, Rush Hour, and Romeo Must Die—plus a rundown of must-watch streaming picks on Netflix like Love, Death & Robots and Fear Street: Prom Queen.

And of course, we rewind to some timeless classics: From Dusk Till Dawn, Life, Chronicle, and Over the Top — and as always, be kind and rewind! Movieland Podcast is an Australian movie talk show hosted by Shawn Montague and Bl8nkp8ge.

Grab your popcorn and follow us because we bring you a one stop shop for all the news on new releases at the cinema, digital rentals and all of the streaming services combined – with some classic hidden gems you may have missed.

This month in the Movieland Spotlight we have Brent Maddock – Writer, Director and one half of Stampede Entertainment a film production company responsible for the creation of Tremors, Short Circuit and production credits for Batteries Not Included, Ghost Dad, The Land Before Time and Wild Wild West.

“Get on your roof. There’s something under the ground. Big monsters. They’re coming your way right now. Get out—hurry!”

Was it 1997? Somewhere around there. All I know is: I was not prepared for Tremors 2 to blow my mind and stay with me for the rest of my life.

I was at a party. I wasn’t in the mood for a movie. But someone threw one on, and suddenly—I was hooked. The party disappeared. All I could see was that screen. I’d never even seen the first Tremors, and honestly, that made it better. It added mystery. What happened before? What are they so afraid of? And then—bam! Tremors 2 hits with the perfect blend of horror and comedy.

I was in it. I cared about these characters. I felt like I was crammed in the backseat of their beat-up truck, Graboids hot on our tail.

What’s a Graboid, you ask? As Tremors co-writer Brent Maddock once told me: “Big fat turds under the ground”—or whatever you want them to be. There’s no origin story. They’re ancient? Aliens? Who knows. That’s the beauty—they’re a mystery, and everyone’s free to speculate.

Looking back, if I could tell my younger self that one day I’d actually get to talk to Brent Maddock—the guy who wrote this wild, brilliant film—I’d be making so much noise the Graboids would rocket off this planet. Mars? Maybe. Probably not.

For the uninitiated, Tremors (1990) stars Kevin Bacon and Fred Ward and is basically a land-shark movie: giant creatures burrow beneath a tiny desert town, striking from below. The ground is their ocean. It’s absurd. It’s awesome. It works. Just go with it. The floor is lava. Get on the couch—now.

Since then, Tremors has spawned seven films, a TV series, and even a pilot for a rebooted show. But here’s the kicker: Brent Maddock (yes, he’s here with me) is currently working on a new sequel. Not a reboot. Not a remake. A sequel.

Join me as we pole-vault five miles that way to his rock, and dive into the world of Graboids, desert survival, and what’s next for this legendary franchise.

VIDEO VERSION ALSO AVAILABLE - Movieland Podcast is an Australian talk show hosted by Shawn Montague with Guests. Grab your popcorn and follow us because we bring you a one stop shop for all the news on new releases at the cinema, digital rentals and all of the streaming services combined - with some classic hidden gems you may have missed.This month on the movieland podcast we cover: Novocaine No Pain, Until Dawn, The Amateur, Sinners on the big screen. A tribute to Val Kilmer. We discuss Black Mirror season 7 on Netflix and the USS Callister. The best video game adaption movies like: Mortal Kombat, Double Dragon, Resident Evil, Doom, Warcraft, Uncharted, Tomb Raider, Street Fighter and Super Mario Bros.We also look at: Minecraft movie, The Looney Tunes The Day The Earth Blew Up, Space Jam, Titanic and Tremors, Steven Martini and Major Payne, Ketchup Entertainments upcoming Coyote vs Acme, Mortal Kombat II Movie, Final Destination Bloodlines, Predator Badlands, Gremlins, Goonies, Matrix, Mission Impossible Final Reckoning, Karate kid legends, bring her back, hurry up tomorrow, Love on the spectrum, Devil may cry, You Season 5, Havoc, Not Just A Goof, Star Wars Andor season 2, Dope Thief Apple TV, The Bondsman Prime video, Ash 2025 movie, Mortal Kombat 1995, Predator 1987, Double Dragon 1994, Oldschool 2003, Mortal Kombat Soundtrack.

This month in the Movieland Spotlight we have Steven Martini, also known as Cadet Alex Stone from the 1995 movie Major Payne with Damon Wayans. We talk about his time working on the film, The Unseen Major Payne Alternate Ending, The Major Payne Sequel which was in development, his work as a director in Lymelife, Goat on fire and smiling fish and the upcoming Bittersweet. His time working on Murder She Wrote and more.

We all owe a debt of gratitude to the Wayans brothers for their contributions to the film industry. Their impact is undeniable. From Keenen Ivory Wayans stepping into the director’s chair, to Shawn and Marlon Wayans writing and starring in iconic films like Scary Movie, White Chicks, The 6th Man, and their own TV show The Wayans Brothers, their collective body of work is legendary.

But tonight, I want to shine the spotlight on Damon Wayans. Damon’s career began with the role of Banana Man in Beverly Hills Cop, and since then, he’s proven himself as a powerhouse actor in films like The Last Boy Scout alongside Bruce Willis, Bulletproof with Adam Sandler, and more recently, as the lead in the Lethal Weapon TV reboot. There’s no question about Damon’s ability to bring a compelling, powerhouse performance to any role.

However, let’s not forget his comedic genius. My first encounter with Damon was through his portrayal of the hilariously unconventional superhero Blankman. A comedy so outrageous, it’s brilliant. And did you know this film came from Damon’s own creative mind, with contributions from others, of course? If you haven’t seen it, you definitely should.
But for me, the true gem of Damon’s filmography is Major Payne. Nearly three decades later, I still find myself quoting lines from his role as the no-nonsense, tough-as-nails Major Benson Winifred Payne. Another movie Damon co-wrote, Major Payne may not have been a massive box office success, but it quickly cemented its place in the cult classic hall of fame. It’s hard to overstate the impact this film has had—especially among ‘90s kids. Directed by Nick Castle (yes, the same Nick Castle who brought Michael Myers to life in Halloween), Major Payne blends raw drama, biting attitude, and in-your-face comedy in a way few films would dare today.

As we celebrate the 30th anniversary of Major Payne in 2025, I continue to treasure it in my film collection and often revisit it. Recently, I had the chance to reconnect with Cadet Alex Stone, the squad leader from Major Payne—the man who led the “House of Pain” into victory – We caught up to talk about his experiences making Major Payne and everything that followed.