Empire Film Podcast Episode 676: Ralph Ineson Discusses Galactus Role, Alex Cox Reminisces on Moviedrome
Prepare your ears—Episode 676 of The Empire Film Podcast features two in-depth interviews and a lineup of exciting movie discussions.
First, actor Ralph Ineson, whose distinctively deep voice is a signature in itself, joins Chris Hewitt to discuss playing Galactus, the iconic cosmic villain in Marvel’s upcoming Fantastic Four: First Steps. From his journey into the MCU to how his voice became a unique asset, Ineson’s segment is captivating (Listen from 1:04:38 to 1:20:16).
Next, director Alex Cox, best known for Repo Man and Walker, sits down with Chris for a nostalgic conversation about hosting the beloved BBC2 film series Moviedrome (Listen from 30:44 to 44:01). Cox shares memories, impact, and the timeless importance of introducing audiences to offbeat cinematic gems.
Back in the studio, Helen O’Hara and John Nugent rejoin Chris to chat about the week’s film news. Highlights include:
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Rachel Zegler’s breakout performance in Evita at the London Palladium
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Updates on Wake Up Dead Man premiering at LFF
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Casting announcements for The Legend Of Zelda and Werwulf
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New trailers for Hoppers and After The Hunt
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Reviews of Friendship, Smurfs, and Four Letters of Love
The episode wraps with a fun, extended listener Q&A where the hosts curate their dream fictional movie band music festival. Plus, Chris casually invents a new nickname for a respected filmmaker.