Citizen Frame

14/06/2024

It's happened.. The franchise has hit rock bottom with Terminator Genisys.

Arnie looks like he doesn't want to be back.

The 2 leads acting is far worse than any of the Sharknado films.

The comedy is soul destroying and so is the dialogue.

So join Ciaran and Trevor as they discuss this train wreck and why it was the final nail in the terminator coffin.

Enjoy! Or not…



New episode Terminator Genisys, please check it out

It's happened.. The franchise has hit rock bottom with Terminator Genisys. Arnie looks like he doesn't want to be back. The 2 leads acting is far worse than any of the Sharknado films. The comedy is soul destroying and so is the dialogue. So join Ciaran and Trevor as they discuss this train wreck an...

09/06/2024

The Terminator is back… Well sort off. Ok more of a cameo..sort of.

Batman and Blue Avatar man team up to fight Skynet and those pesky robots. They have the help of Kyle Reese and a mute child and a h***y pilot named Blair.

Join Ciaran and Trevor aa we discuss this steampunk/Mad Max take on a dying franchise.

Enjoy!



New episode Terminator Salvation, please check it out

The Terminator is back… Well sort off. Ok more of a cameo..sort of. Batman and Blue Avatar man team up to fight Skynet and those pesky robots. They have the help of Kyle Reese and a mute child and a h***y pilot named Blair. Join Ciaran and Trevor aa we discuss this steampunk/Mad Max take on a dyin...

31/05/2024

Were BACK and sadly so is the Terminator as we continue our retrospective.

This time we have a bullet proof coffin, a high school reunion (sort of) and a TX Terminator as dull as a documentary about being dull.

Join Ciaran and Trevor aa they discuss why this train wreck should be terminated!

Enjoy!



New episode Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines, please check it out

Were BACK and sadly so is the Terminator as we continue our retrospective. This time we have a bullet proof coffin, a high school reunion (sort of) and a TX Terminator as dull as a documentary about being dull. Join Ciaran and Trevor aa they discuss why this train wreck should be terminated! Enjoy!....

26/05/2024

This week we talk, Abigail as we take a break from the Terminator franchise.

This time we sink our teeth into (insert your laughter here) the new vampire film from the Radio Silence team. Can a young ballerina with an appetite for blood take on a gang of kidnappers!



Join Ciaran and Trevor as they discuss if this horror comedy is up to par with the films it pays homage to.

Enjoy!





New episode Abigail, please check it out

This week we talk, Abigail as we take a break from the Terminator franchise. This time we sink our teeth into (insert your laughter here) the new vampire film from the Radio Silence team. Can a young ballerina with an appetite for blood take on a gang of kidnappers! Join Ciaran and Trevor as they di...

24/05/2024

It's time. Next retrospective.....recording soon!

23/05/2024

Damn right number 5!

22/05/2024

Growing up I loved these 4 films and still do..

RIP one of my go to in the 80s and who I believe was underrated.

17/05/2024

Terminator 2: Judgment Day.
Please believe me when I say it's a solid movie and we review this as fanboys of the FIRST film in this long running franchise. 😁
Don't get mad..
Join Ciaran and Trevor as they talk about the continuity of the story, and if certain characters should of been back but mostly how the franchise could have further thrived by retaining its gritty original narrative.

Enjoy!



New episode Terminator: Judgement Night, please check it out

Terminator 2: Judgment Day. Please believe me when I say it's a solid movie and we review this as fanboys of the FIRST film in this long running franchise. 😁 Don't get mad.. Join Ciaran and Trevor as they talk about the continuity of the story, and if certain characters should of been back but mo...

12/05/2024

Dive into a captivating analysis of the iconic 'The Terminator' movie franchise. This episode explores the journey from the inception and evolution of the franchise, sketching a layered portrait of the iconic characters brought to life by Arnold Schwarzenegger, Linda Hamilton, and more.

Join Ciaran and Trevor as they discuss to ups and downs of this beloved and hated (depends on your thoughts of the sequels) franchise.

Enjoy!



New episode The Terminator (1984), please check it out

Dive into a captivating analysis of the iconic 'The Terminator' movie franchise. This episode explores the journey from the inception and evolution of the franchise, sketching a layered portrait of the iconic characters brought to life by Arnold Schwarzenegger, Linda Hamilton, and more. Join Ciaran....

03/05/2024

Get lost in this comprehensive discussion of the newly rebooted "Roadhouse," loved for its unique blend of action and drama. This episode peels back layers of the intriguing characters, particularly the dynamic contrasts of hero and villain, played by Jake Gyllenhaal and Conor McGregor and others.

The discussion delves into the film’s notable changes – an evenly paced romantic subplot, tasteful scene-setting, and unexpected game-changer – that stand the film on its own right. McGregor’s eccentric portrayal of a villainous character sparks debates, becoming an episode highlight.

Enjoy!



New episode Road House (2024), please check it out

Get lost in this comprehensive discussion of the newly rebooted "Roadhouse," loved for its unique blend of action and drama. This episode peels back layers of the intriguing characters, particularly the dynamic contrasts of hero and villain, played by Jake Gyllenhaal and Conor McGregor and others. T...

28/04/2024

Funny time...

27/04/2024

Welcome to another enlightening episode of Citizen Frame Mini Retrospective, where we delve into the distinctive charm of the Roadhouse Trilogy. This cult classic, peppered with iconic 80s ostentation, continues to captivate viewers with its blend of hilarity, audacity, and pure entertainment. We embark on a journey from the original Roadhouse, through Roadhouse 2: The Last Call and into the boundaries of its recent requel. Join us as we analyze the quirky characters, the Western influence theme, and the daring bar shenanigans that have marked this series with undying affection.

Farther into our cinematic journey, we encounter the sequel "Roadhouse 2: Last Call". Here, we scrutinize the repeated plot elements, less savory characters, and the potential flair that possibly fell flat. Despite the sequel falling short compared to the original, our hope stays alive, promising to delve deeper into the inflamed Roadhouse requel with Jake Gyllenhaal and Conor McGregor in our upcoming episode.

Enjoy!



New episode Roadhouse 1989 and Roadhouse: The Last Call, please check it out

Welcome to another enlightening episode of Citizen Frame Mini Retrospective, where we delve into the distinctive charm of the Roadhouse Trilogy. This cult classic, peppered with iconic 80s ostentation, continues to captivate viewers with its blend of hilarity, audacity, and pure entertainment. We em...

20/04/2024

We delve deep into the London underworld with our episode: "Plot Twists and Untold Crimes: A Dive into Harold’s London Underworld". In this fascinating exploration, we unravel the complex narrative of the iconic British gangster film, The Long Good Friday. We dissect Harold's scheming endeavors, his interactions with other captivating characters, and the intricate chain of events sparking unprecedented plot twists on one pivotal Good Friday.

This episode not only pays homage to British productions, but also delves into the film's rich cast, featuring a young Pierce Brosnan. Gritty realism meets humorous banter, as we navigate the film's initial confusion, discuss the film’s plotline snags, and ponder whether Bob Hoskins's character ultimately received his just desserts. Tune in for an immersive journey into the captivating world of British gangster cinema.



Enjoy!





Citizen Frame | The Long Good Friday on Podbean, check it out!

We delve deep into the London underworld with our episode: "Plot Twists and Untold Crimes: A Dive into Harold’s London Underworld". In this fascinating exploration, we unravel the complex narrative of the iconic British gangster film, The Long Good Friday. We dissect Harold's scheming endeavors, h...

19/04/2024

Lol..

13/04/2024

Welcome to another fascinating episode of Citizen Frame. This time, we revise our plans to dive into a passionate discussion on John Carpenter's 1988 cult classic, 'They Live'. Despite initial technical glitches, we delight ourselves with an exciting exploration of this unforgettable film.

We lay bare Carpenter’s fondness for 1950s' B-movies and pop culture and how it delivers a sharp critique of our society. We grapple with the film’s central objectives and Carpenter's knack to keep things simple yet stylish. In this spellbinding discussion, some darker themes are also addressed, like the prevalence of subliminal messaging that implores us to obey and not question.

While 'They Live' is often overlooked by some Carpenter fanatics, in this episode, the film finds its rightful place as one of our favorites. The narrative is equally amusing and critical; the settings and characters are unforgettable, with the skinless, ghoulish aliens standing out for their distinct design and the underlying themes of conformism and brainwashing they reflect.

Join us for an enlightening discussion, and cultivate a fresh perspective for the hilarious yet poignant critique of consumer culture that makes ‘They Live’ an enduring classic. Because, as any fan of this film knows - "we're all out of bubble gum."

Enjoy!



New episode They Live, please check it out

Welcome to another fascinating episode of Citizen Frame. This time, we revise our plans to dive into a passionate discussion on John Carpenter's 1988 cult classic, 'They Live'. Despite initial technical glitches, we delight ourselves with an exciting exploration of this unforgettable film. We lay ba...

08/04/2024

Welcome to a riveting episode of Citizen Frame, where we explore the gritty masterpiece of British film 'Dead Man's Shoes'. Enlightening discussions illuminate the brilliant craftsmanship of the legendary director Shane Meadows, known for his popular series 'This is England'. We dive deep into the neo-realistic elements of the 60s and the blatant violence of the 70s that this 2004 public favorite film embraces and evolves.

Join us as we dissect the riveting plot, engaging character dynamics, and distinctive features of the movie. Focusing on the film's impressively immersive world, potent writing, and overlapped dialogues, we analyze Meadows' seamless blend of a revenge-driven storyline and drama, reminiscent of Scorsese's signature style.

This in-depth exploration of 'Dead Man's Shoes' reveals the movie's potency, the brilliance of its writing, and the effectiveness of its unique flashback backgrounds. Reflect on Meadows' compelling depiction of real-world settings, a rare find that answers the curiosities of film enthusiasts eager to understand the critical elements of celebrated British cinema.

Step into the world of 'Dead Man's Shoes' as we shed light on darker moments, comedic scenes, and the gut-wrenching realities of the film. Listen as we serve an enthralling analysis of Shane Meadows' work, drawing comparisons with legendary filmmakers like Scorsese and Peckinpah. We peace out with a hint about our next light-hearted episode, The Full Monty. Join us in our exploration and vibrant discussions, perfect for aspiring filmmakers and cinema buffs!

Enjoy!



New episode Dead Man's Shoes, please check it out

Welcome to a riveting episode of Citizen Frame, where we explore the gritty masterpiece of British film 'Dead Man's Shoes'. Enlightening discussions illuminate the brilliant craftsmanship of the legendary director Shane Meadows, known for his popular series 'This is England'. We dive deep into the n...

01/04/2024

Join us in this engaging episode of the Citizen Frame Podcast where we delve deep into the chaotic beauty, 'The Wicker Man', an iconic 70s horror-musical that's celebrated for its bewildering charm and surreal cult rituals. Our hosts engage in an intriguing discussion, exploring the film's unusual storytelling, odd musical scores, and peculiar behaviors that have crowned it as a cult classic.

An extensive portion of this episode is dedicated to dissecting the unsettling eccentricities of the movie, from its unique musical approach to provocative themes. There's thoughtful analysis on the outstanding performance of Edward Woodward and the film's irony-clad character arc amidst absolute chaos. Expect passionate commentary on the disturbing yet powerful finale that has immensely contributed to this film's legendary status.

Offering an insightful yet hilarious perspective, our hosts express divergent views on the film's shock value and debate on its replayability allure which will make you highly-chuckled. This is an episode that fans of the horror genre, admirers of cult cinema, and those simply intrigued by the unorthodox and peculiarities of the film world, will find immensely entertaining and enlightening.

The discussion ends on a promising note: a teaser for an exciting upcoming episode focusing on 'Dead Man’s Shoes', a grim independent film that promises to bring the conversation back to more conventional film narratives. Don't miss this roller-coaster ride of macabre laughter and insightful analysis in the world of cult horror.

Enjoy!



New
episode The Wicker Man (1973), please check it out

Join us in this engaging episode of the Citizen Frame Podcast where we delve deep into the chaotic beauty, 'The Wicker Man', an iconic 70s horror-musical that's celebrated for its bewildering charm and surreal cult rituals. Our hosts engage in an intriguing discussion, exploring the film's unusual s...

31/03/2024

Phantasmagoria Magazine has been nominated for an award. Well done to all contributors of the magazine and our very own co-host, Trevor Kennedy.

The CF team

29/03/2024

Happy Easter weekend from the CF team..

29/03/2024

Sad news...From Officer and a Gentleman and underrated greats like, Enemy Mine and Diggstown.

RIP Louis

22/03/2024

The end is here as we say goodbye to everyone's favorite burned child murderer.. FREDDY.

The remake has teeth and for some reason fans and critics did not like it's serious approach.

Join Ciaran and Trevor as they discuss the franchise itself, the TV series and the much hated remake.

Enjoy!



New episode A Nightmare on Elm Street (2010), please check it out

The end is here as we say goodbye to everyone's favorite burned child murderer.. FREDDY. The remake has teeth and for some reason fans and critics did not like it's serious approach. Join Ciaran and Trevor as they discuss the franchise itself, the TV series and the much hated remake. Enjoy! ...

20/03/2024

Oh yeah... Looks like it might be time for an Alien retrospective!

https://youtu.be/GTNMt84KT0k?si=WCl0A0g-NLpoPRl6

18/03/2024

Well we are coming closer to the end of our Freddy retrospective. First we talk about Freddy's Dead.. Sadly.

Then we jump into Wes Craven's New Nightmare.. happily.

Join Ciaran and Trevor as they discuss the worst in the franchise and then one of the best. What made one better than the other? One word… Wes.

Enjoy!



New episode Freddy's Dead: The Final Nightmare and Wes Craven's New Nightmare, please check it out

Well we are coming closer to the end of our Freddy retrospective. First we talk about Freddy's Dead.. Sadly. Then we jump into Wes Craven's New Nightmare.. happily. Join Ciaran and Trevor as they discuss the worst in the franchise and then one of the best. What made one better than the other? One wo...

09/03/2024

Well this time we have Freddys dead nun mom, another alcoholic parent, a pop song that makes you wish you were deaf and of course a baby freddy fighting an unborn fetus…

YEP!

Welcome back as we tackle the next 2 Nightmares!

Join Ciaran and Trevor as they discuss Wtf is going on with this beloved franchise.

ENJOY!



New episode Nightmare on Elm Street part 4: Dream Master and part 5: Dream Child, please check it out

Well this time we have Freddys dead nun mom, another alcoholic parent, a pop song that makes you wish you were deaf and of course a baby freddy fighting an unborn fetus… YEP! Welcome back as we tackle the next 2 Nightmares! Join Ciaran and Trevor as they discuss Wtf is going on with this beloved f...

03/03/2024

Well, Freddy is back for 2 more films.. Freddy's Revenge and Dream Warriors.

Second outing we find Freddy wanting to possess a boy who loves to dance and in the third we see him defending himself from potential victims who think they are more bad ass than they actually are.

Join Ciaran and Trevor as we discuss these films and was it the right direction to take Freddy.

Enjoy!



New episode Nightmare on Elm Street part 2: Freddy's Revenge and Dream Warriors part 3, please check it out

Well, Freddy is back for 2 more films.. Freddy's Revenge and Dream Warriors. With the second outing we find Freddy wanting to possess a boy who loves to dance and in the third we see him defending himself from potential victims who think they are more bad ass than they actually are. Join Ciaran and....

25/02/2024

This is the start of our Nightmare on Elm Street retrospective.

We begin with the film that started it all and brought Freddy Krueger into our movie going lives.

Join Ciaran and Trevor as they discuss the franchise that saved a studio and is still viewed to this day as a horror series HOF.

Enjoy!



New episode A Nightmare on Elm Street part 1, please check it out

This is the start of our Nightmare on Elm Street retrospective. We begin with the film that started it all and brought Freddy Krueger into our movie going lives. Join Ciaran and Trevor as they discuss the franchise that saved a studio and is still viewed to this day as a horror series HOF. Enjoy! ...

18/02/2024

Coming soon...

17/02/2024

17/02/2024

Steven Seagal became an action star in the late 80s and for a few years he had some hits…

Not this one.. Lol

Nico must fight the drug running ex CIA baddies he once worked with in Vietnam.

I think that's the story..

Join Ciaran and Trevor as they discuss this action film with way too many subplots and not enough cool killing.

Enjoy!



New episode Above the Law, please check it out

Steven Seagal became an action star in the late 80s and for a few years he had some hits… Not this one.. Lol Nico must fight the drug running ex CIA baddies he once worked with in Vietnam. I think that's the story.. Join Ciaran and Trevor as they discuss this action film with way too many subplots...

12/02/2024

Well the Back to the Future Retrospective comes to an end with the third in the series.

Marty must get back to 1885 to save Doc from Mad Dog Tanner who shoots him in the back.

Will their time finally run out…? Hahahaha

Join Ciaran and Trevor as they discuss the final chapter and if it's a fitting swan song to our time traveling heroes.

Enjoy!



New episode Back to the Future part 3, please check it out

Well the Back to the Future Retrospective comes to an end with the third in the series. Marty must get back to 1885 to save Doc from Mad Dog Tanner who shoots him in the back. Will their time finally run out…? Hahahaha Join Ciaran and Trevor as they discuss the final chapter and if it's a fitting ...