THUD THUD THUD THUD KILL THUD THUD THUD THUD This is the premise of the new slasher film, In a Violent Nature. Johnny is back to get revenge on those who stole his mothers locket. Lots of heavy walking and kills. Yep… ohh yeah it’s also told through the killer's perspective. Join Ciaran and Trevor as they discuss this new outside the box take on a …

Citizen Frame has the power!!! Our boy, Dolph takes on the lead role of a beloved action figure series. Masters of the Universe. Can He-Man and his team stop Skeletor and his team from taking over the universe? Thank god they have the help of a high school musician, an orphan, and a dip shit detective. Join Ciaran and Trevor aa they discuss why by …

Howard the Duck… Wow! Where do we begin? This film really ruffled a lot of executives' feathers wondering why or how this got greenlit. Poor Lea Thompson deserved better than this train wreck from the LucasFilm team. Join Ciaran and Trevor as they discuss this 80s quacktastrophe! Enjoy! #LeaThompson #GeorgeLucas #LucasFilm #HowardTheDuck #TimRobbin…

Time to say goodbye to the Terminator franchise with Dark Fate. James Cameron is back a writer and producer as we get the T800 full arch and a chance to redeams himself from what happens to John. Join Ciaran and Trevor as they discuss the final act in this series and why we argue that it does deserve a wider audience. Enjoy! #JamesCameron #ArnoldSc…

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 coff…

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 horny pilot named Blair. Join Ciaran and Trevor aa we discuss this steampunk/Mad Max take on a dying franchise. Enjoy! #ArnoldSchwarzenegger #Common #A…

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! #ArnoldSchwarzenegger #NickStahl #ClareDanes #Jame…

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 …

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 …

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 thi…

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 chang…

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, thr…

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, a…

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 po…

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 v…

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 beha…

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! #WesCraven #RobertShaye #JackieEarleHaley #RonneyMara #Cla…

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! #WesCraven #RobertShaye #HeatherLa…

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! #WesCraven #RobertShaye #lisaWilcox…

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 Trevor as we discuss these films and was it the ri…

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! #NightmareOnElmStreet #JohnSaxon #RobertShaye #WesCr…

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! #StevenSeagal #…

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! #Back…

It's time to head to the future as we continue our Back to the Future Retrospective. Will Marty and the Doc be able to stop the bully Biff from taking over Hill Valley?! Will Marty be able to get the Grays Sports Almanac back in time?! Well they have a time machine so they could always keep trying. Join Ciaran and Trevor as they discuss what seems …

In 1985 Back to the Future was a certified box office hit and beloved by anyone who enjoyed the cinema experience. Marty McFly accidently sends himself to the 50s and needs Doc Brown to get him back. Firstly, he needs to stop his mom from wanting him and move those feelings towards his dad, George. If no one has seen this film, reading that last pa…

Time to say goodbye to John Rambo. It's been an adventure and what better way to end it than on his own home turf. Rambo now takes on a group of Mexican traffickers that have taken his adoptive niece / father's carer's granddaughter. Think that's right. Join Ciaran and Trevor and they discuss if this violent ending to a beloved franchise was necess…

John Rambo is back and this time he's charming snakes in Thailand. However, his charming days are quickly over as he must save the missionaries from the evil Burmese baddies! Join Ciaran and Trevor as they discuss this #SylvesterStallone directed adventure that takes the body count from the last film and quadruples it…. YES quadruples it! Enjoy! #S…

Rambo is back and this time he takes on the Russians. John Rambo quickly tries to adapt to his Afghanistan surroundings by quickly learning the game, Dead Sheep Circle. Yep it exists! Followed up by over 221 acts of violence and 120 deaths. What more can we ask for in a Rambo movie. Join Ciaran and Trevor as this discuss this way over the top film …

John Woo is back after a 20 year absence with the revenge xmas thriller.. Silent Night. Lots of Woo in this. From slow mo action to rockin violence and of course a Woo staple … birds. Something new to this film that most action films won't dare to do…. No dialogue. Join Ciaran and Trevor as they discuss if the director of Face Off still has it and …

Gobble Gobble Gobble! It's time to review Eli Roth's first slasher film. Hostel is not a slasher for you fans. Can a fake grindhouse movie trailer make it as a full length feature? Join Ciaran and Trevor as they discuss Eli Roth's career and is this finally a film we can get on board with. Enjoy! #EliRoth #Thanksgiving #PatrickDempsey #JohnCarver…

We have torn these types of films to shreds and now it's time to back it up… A Castle for Christmas is one of those films that is a copy and paste of what is put out every Xmas with about 300 more just like it. Well can we be proven wrong when you get Brooke Shields and Cary Elwes in one of these train wrecks? Join Ciaran and Trevor as they say…. N…

The team that brought us Superman in the late 70s and 80s have decided to produce another story about another do-gooder that can fly… Sort of. 1985s Santa Claus: The Movie. Join Ciaran and Trevor as they talk about why this just didn't take off like the man of steel did. Enjoy! #JohnLithgow #DudleyMoore #SantaClausTheMovie #Jeannotszwarc…

Well it's been years of us asking for an adult Xmas movie that combines the smart ass wise cracking violence of Die Hard with the young adult charm and chaos of Home Alone. It's here… VIOLENT NIGHT Join Ciaran and Trevor as they discuss this none pc (thank god) xmas film and find out if it's destined to be a new holiday classic. Enjoy! #ViolentNigh…

The Killer is David Fincher's new film featuring a comeback performance from Michael Fassbender. The film follows what happens when an assassin misses. It's what happens when the hunter becomes the hunted. Join Ciaran and Trevor as they talk about how a simple story and how its execution (hahahaha) can take a rather overdone premise and make it som…

Is number 5 really alive?! Well if you ask Ally Sheedy and Steve Guttenberg they would say.. YES! However, other people from the Nova facility would disagree and they want Number 5 dismantled. Join Ciaran and Trevor as they talk about this little lost 80s classic and it's shitty sequel. Will Number 5 hold up and stay alive and well in 2023 or has J…

60 years! Dr. Who has been on the BBC for that long. Why? We had to take a peek into the world of this much beloved franchise. Also Trevor doesn't stop talking about it as our listeners already know. From the Tardis to Tom Bakers scarf almost everyone knows a little piece of this series whether they have seen it or not. Join Ciaran and Trevor as th…

So why did Last Voyage of Detemer bomb? Classic matte work, classic practical effects, nice set design and directed by the man who brought us Troll Hunter. What happened? Join Ciaran and Trevor as they discuss what went wrong with this prequel to Dracula and how by keeping it in VEIN with its source material could have been its downfall. See what I…

Happy Halloween all!! Well today we talk about a film that has received more hate than any of the Pauly Shore movies combined. The Exorcist: Believer is from the minds that brought us the new Halloween Trilogy. Is that a good or bad thing? Join Ciaran and Trevor as they discuss this requel to the beloved classic. Will it make our heads spin in ange…

Wow wow wow! Words can't describe what we are about to talk about. Our first podcast featuring a bug cam in a motion picture. Locusts, mind melding, bad Broadway, and a sexually frustrated demon! I know when you think of these things you think of The Exorcist! Lol. Wow! Join Ciaran and Trevor as they discuss a film that could quite possibly be the …

It's time for some fun 80s horror cheese with 1988s Waxwork! Cheesey acting Cheesey sets Cheesey story… … and what's wrong with that!? Join Ciaran and Trevor as they discuss this different take on the anthology horror movie. Enjoy! #AnthonyHickox #DavidWarner #Vestron #CharlesBand #FullMoonEntertainment #DeborahForeman…

A house that can fix itself. A free chauffeur.. even though they never requested one. A father who plays a mean game of Marco Polo. Join Ciaran and Trevor as they discuss this underrated haunted house tale… Burnt Offerings. Enjoy# #BurntOfferings #OliverReed #KarenBlack #BetteDavis #DanCurtisBy CitizenFrame Productions

It's Halloween Month and a half!!!! Let's begin with a film that takes the term, "talk to the hand" one step too far. A group of teens decide to let spirits into their bodies and for 90 seconds to let them talk and or vent. OHOH… Join Ciaran and Trevor as they discuss this little independent film that has surprised everyone. Enjoy! #A24 #TalkToMe #…

It's Barbie time!! Well we have delayed this review long enough. What better way to go into Halloween month than with this box office pink explosion hit. Why is it a hit? What was the film trying to say? Was it anti-male? Join Ciaran and Trevor as they discuss these questions and more without being the male chauvinistic pigs the movie thinks we are…

Meg was a film that I'd rather liked. Yes, it's corny and non violent but it has Jason Statham fighting sharks and what else do you really need? A bigger budget! That's right! Those big monstrous sharks are back but this time they have brought a few friends with them. Not to worry for Jonas is back to save the day and all he needs is a Jet Ski and …

The Blob is back! That's right in 1988 Chuck Russell and his team reimagined the corny Science fiction classic! With some cool old school gore effects and a really badass mullet, this remake really ups its game! Ok maybe that's a bit of an exaggeration but that mullet is badass! Join Ciaran and Trevor as they discuss this fun fright fest and why th…

We continue our Mission Impossible Retrospective with the 3rd installment directed by J.J. Abrams. This time Ethan Hunt has to steal the rabbits foot to save his woman from the evil Owen Davian. Can you do it? Well yes cause we have 4 more of these to do :) Join Ciaran and Trevor as they discuss this action franchise and how the team keep making th…

What better way to say goodbye to William Friedkin than with one of his finest works. Counterfeiting, dancers, shady cops, a cool car chase and an agent who is only days away from retirement… poor bastard. Join Ciaran and Trevor as they discuss a film that solidified Friedkin as one of the best. Enjoy! #WilliamFriedkin #ToLiveAndDieInLa #WillemDafo…

William Friedkin has given us some classics.. The Exorcist, The French Connection, and The Sorcerer just to name a few. However, it's this little hidden classic people have forgotten about. That's right.. The Guardian. This folk horror tale gives us Babies turning into bark, a killer tree and a naked English nanny. What more could you want? Join Ci…

No "Get to the Choppa!" No "I'll be back" Just Arnie being bullied by little brats in cute little ways that can sometimes put a smile on our faces. However, can we watch a PG Arnie or do we do need the killing? Join Ciaran and Trevor and they discuss why we do need the killing. Enjoy! #IvanReitman #ArnoldSchwarzenegger #KindergartenCop…

Mission Impossible 2…John Woo! Great director on board to show us his vision of a MI film after Depalma's departure. From Face Off and The Killer this man knows action. However…. Join Ciaran and Trevor as they discuss if there were to many egos in the making of this Tom Cruise sequel. Enjoy! #JohnWoo #TomCruise #MissionImpossible2 #RobertTowne #Han…