Pulp Kitchen: A Film Podcast

In this spoiler-filled episode, we dive deep into HAMNET and the performance that defines it.

Jessie Buckley delivers a raw, devastating turn that feels instantly awards-bound, and in this discussion we break down why her work in Hamnet isn’t just great, but a genuine Best Actress lock. From the emotional weight of the film to the craft behind Buckley’s performance, this is a full spoiler conversation about the film's devastating ending, and why this role will dominate awards season.

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We’re kicking off 2026 with a huge episode.
This week, James reviews awards contender Hamnet, starring Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal. We also dive into 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple and sit down with Jack O’Connell to talk about playing the villain in the latest horror from Nia DaCosta and Alex Garland.

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00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:23 - Catch up
00:15:36 - 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple intro
00:24:22 - Jack O'Connell
00:33:14 - 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple review
00:49:45 - Hamnet review
01:13:27 - Emails
01:30:29 - Game

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Happy New Year! We run through some of the most exciting movies heading our way in 2026.

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George gives his in-depth take on Timothee Chalamet's new movie MARTY SUPREME, and why it's his favourite film of 2025. He also reads out your email reactions to the film.

NB: this review contains SPOILERS.

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Here it is, the end of an era. George reacts to the final episodes of STRANGER THINGS. This review contains SPOILERS and discussion about key plot details.

What did you think of the show's ending?

00:00:00 Volume 2 (episodes 5-7)
00:11:00 The Finale (episode 8)
00:27:57 Email reactions

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