It's that time of the year again, it's time for the new series debut of Uncut and to do this we have one of our annual traditions - the frightfest special. To do this, Rob is joined by Kat, Faye and Sarah to talk the highs, lows and everything in between of the UK's capital horror film festival.

Did you go, what did you think?

00:00:00 - Welcome to the Frightfest Special

00:04:00 - Redux Redux

00:13:55 - Tomb Watcher

00:20:23 - Above the Knee

00:27:02 - The Descent & Marshmallow

00:32:35 - Human

00:39:40 - The Toxic Avenger

00:46:58 - Portal to Hell

00:52:25 - Hellcat

00:56:00 - Other Frightfest Happenings

00:58:39 - Lowlights of Frightfest

01:03:43 - Other Shoutouts

01:10:00 - Was it a Good Frightfest?

01:19:34 - Find us on Socials

What does it take to become a face—a brand—in cinema? For cult icon Joe Shishido, the answer is one of film's wildest stories: he reportedly had cheek implants to make his face wider, more rugged, and utterly unforgettable. In this episode of Uncut, I'm joined by Ben (Cymreig Samurai) to unpack the myth and the movies behind Japan's most iconic tough guy.

We're breaking down the trilogy of films that made him a legend: the jazz-soaked, minimalist hitman masterpiece "A Colt Is My Passport"; the explosively titled and brilliantly chaotic "Detective Bureau 2-3: Go to Hell, B&st&rds!"; and the grim, revenge-fuelled yakuza epic "Massacre Gun." We go beyond the cheeks to explore his essential collaborations with directors like Seijun Suzuki, his unique place in the Nikkatsu studio system, and why his cool, cynical persona continues to influence filmmakers today. This is Uncut—the deep dive into the icons you can't forget.

00:00:00 - Intro

00:12:07 - Detective Bureau 2.3

00:42:11 - A Colt is my Passport

01:02:05 - Massacre Gun

01:23:52 - Chitty Chat

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Join the Uncut crew on The Geek Show as we venture into the bizarre and brilliant filmography of Yorgos Lanthimos, the Oscar-winning director hailed as the modern king of cinematic weirdness.

In this deep-dive episode, we unpack the themes, styles, and lasting impact of his most iconic films. We start with the shocking and surreal "Dogtooth" (Κυνόδοντας), the Greek film that announced his unique talent to the world. Then, we delve into the chilling, modern Greek tragedy of "The Killing of a Sacred Deer," analysing its haunting performances from Colin Farrell and Nicole Kidman. Finally, we break down his critical and commercial smash, "The Favourite," exploring how its acidic wit and visual style won over the Academy.

Along the way, we discuss why Lanthimos has become a creative home for actors looking to push boundaries, his exceptional track record of creating complex, award-winning roles for women, and the recurring themes of power, control, and the absurd rules of society that define his work.

Some of our talking points... Analysing Yorgos Lanthimos's directorial style and the "Greek Weird Wave." Breaking down the unsettling family dynamics in Dogtooth. The modern morality tale and clinical horror of The Killing of a Sacred Deer. How The Favourite balanced Lanthimos's weirdness with Oscar success. His legacy as a filmmaker and his influence on modern cinema.

Films Discussed: Dogtooth, The Killing of a Sacred Deer, The Favourite, The Lobster, Poor Things.

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00:00:00 INTRO00:06:38 DOGTOOTH00:29:00 THE KILLING OF A SACRED DEER00:52:30 THE FAVOURITE01:18:36 OTHER MOVIES01:28:31 LEGACY01:33:37 OUTRONext episodes: Kurt Russell & Joe Shishido