Backrooms

Backrooms

A film that started in the depths of YouTube horror has somehow become one of the most fascinating big screen releases of the year. This week, we dive into Backrooms and why its unsettling atmosphere, practical restraint, and internet-born creativity worked so well for us on the big screen. We break down what the film gets right, why the tension feels so different to modern studio horror, and how it captures that strange liminal feeling better than most mainstream releases. We also discuss the growing shift in Hollywood towards embracing online creators, with YouTube filmmakers and independent voices finally getting opportunities at a larger scale after years of proving themselves online. From viral horror experiments to breakout feature films, we look at the recent successes changing the industry — and whether this could lead to a new era of filmmaking. Find the show at Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1aMM1CQ1YVCOuUEJ9fP6uI_zJzkAhi-w Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/77bFLKC9dX2CcjqZNvZpe0 [https://open.spotify.com/show/77bFLKC9dX2CcjqZNvZpe0] Follow us at Regent Cinemas - https://www.instagram.com/regentcinemasalbury/ [https://www.instagram.com/regentcinemasalbury/] Luke Mac - https://www.instagram.com/itslukemac_/ [https://www.instagram.com/itslukemac_/] Bratface - https://www.instagram.com/iambratface/ [https://www.instagram.com/iambratface/]

Star Wars: The Mandalorian & Grogu

This week on No Bad Seats, we head back to a galaxy far, far away with Star Wars: The Mandalorian & Grogu — and honestly, we had an absolute blast with it. We talk about how the film leans hard into the adventurous, crowd-pleasing energy of classic 80s blockbusters, feeling more like an old-school cinematic event than a modern franchise machine. From the practical creature work and pulpy action to the simple charm of watching Mando and Grogu on the big screen together, this one reminded us why Star Wars works best when it’s just having fun. We also get into the bigger conversation around Star Wars as a streaming franchise versus a theatrical blockbuster, and why seeing these stories back in cinemas just hits differently. Find the show at Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1aMM1CQ1YVCOuUEJ9fP6uI_zJzkAhi-w Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/77bFLKC9dX2CcjqZNvZpe0 [https://open.spotify.com/show/77bFLKC9dX2CcjqZNvZpe0] Follow us at Regent Cinemas - https://www.instagram.com/regentcinemasalbury/ [https://www.instagram.com/regentcinemasalbury/] Luke Mac - https://www.instagram.com/itslukemac_/ [https://www.instagram.com/itslukemac_/] Bratface - https://www.instagram.com/iambratface/ [https://www.instagram.com/iambratface/]

Obsession

This week on No Bad Seats, we dive into Obsession — a horror film that completely blindsided us in the best possible way. Going in with little expectation, we came out talking about it as one of our favourite horror experiences in a long time. It’s proof that you don’t need a massive budget or endless CGI to make something genuinely unsettling — just a strong story, practical effects, and filmmakers who know exactly how to use them. We break down why the film worked so well, the atmosphere it creates, and how its raw, grounded approach made every moment hit harder than most big studio horror releases. Find the show atYoutube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1aMM1CQ1YVCOuUEJ9fP6uI_zJzkAhi-wSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/77bFLKC9dX2CcjqZNvZpe0Follow us atRegent Cinemas - https://www.instagram.com/regentcinemasalbury/Luke Mac - https://www.instagram.com/itslukemac_/Bratface - https://www.instagram.com/iambratface/

Mortal Kombat II

This week on No Bad Seats, we’re talking about Mortal Kombat II and honestly… what a ridiculous, glorious time. This movie is completely insane in the best possible way — bigger fights, dumber jokes, more chaos, and somehow all of it works perfectly. Karl Urban fits into this world so naturally it feels like he was born to be in a Mortal Kombat movie, while Josh Lawson once again proves he’s one of the funniest Australians working right now. We also talk about the trailer for The Odyssey, some huge movie news, and whatever other nonsense we get distracted by along the way. Find the show at Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1aMM1CQ1YVCOuUEJ9fP6uI_zJzkAhi-w Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/77bFLKC9dX2CcjqZNvZpe0 [https://open.spotify.com/show/77bFLKC9dX2CcjqZNvZpe0] Follow us at Regent Cinemas - https://www.instagram.com/regentcinemasalbury/ [https://www.instagram.com/regentcinemasalbury/] Luke Mac - https://www.instagram.com/itslukemac_/ [https://www.instagram.com/itslukemac_/] Bratface - https://www.instagram.com/iambratface/ [https://www.instagram.com/iambratface/]

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie

The Mushroom Kingdom is back… and yeah, we had an absolute blast with this one. 🍄 This week on No Bad Seats, we’re diving into The Super Mario Galaxy Movie — and it might be one of the most fun cinema experiences we’ve had in a while. We took the kids along for this one, and honestly? That just made it hit even harder. Big laughs, huge visuals, and that perfect mix of nostalgia and chaos that somehow works for everyone in the room. We break down what makes this one tick, why it feels like a step up for the franchise, and how it balances being a “kids movie” while still giving adults plenty to enjoy. Plus, we get into where this universe could be heading next — more spin-offs? Smash-style crossovers? And of course… who we’d cast if more iconic characters enter the mix 👀 It’s a fun, chaotic, slightly unhinged episode — pretty much matching the movie itself. Find the show at Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1aMM1CQ1YVCOuUEJ9fP6uI_zJzkAhi-w Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/77bFLKC9dX2CcjqZNvZpe0 [https://open.spotify.com/show/77bFLKC9dX2CcjqZNvZpe0] Follow us at Regent Cinemas - https://www.instagram.com/regentcinemasalbury/ Luke Mac - https://www.instagram.com/itslukemac_/ [https://www.instagram.com/itslukemac_/] Bratface - https://www.instagram.com/iambratface/ [https://www.instagram.com/iambratface/]