Zack Snyder's Rebel Moon, Reacher, and Percy Jackson and the Olympians

Sky News

15 December 2023 at 9:52 am·1-min read

Welcome to Backstage, the TV and film podcast from Sky News.

Are you ready for a new film franchise?

After the idea was turned down by Star Wars, Zack Snyder's Rebel Moon - Part One: A Child Of Fire - is out in cinemas.

Snyder and one of the stars of the film, Staz Nair, tell us about creating the new sci-fi universe and fully-formed new languages for its characters.

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The Golden Globes nominations have been announced for its 2024 ceremony, with Barbie leading the way.

Da'Vine Joy Randolph, who is nominated for Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role in Any Motion Picture, chats about the awards buzz the film is receiving.

Plus, the team takes a look at the second series of Prime Video's Reacher, Percy Jackson and the Olympians series on Disney Plus, and series two of Vigil on BBC.

Hosts: Claire Gregory, Bethany Minelle and Stevie Wong

Producer: Debbie Ridgard

Video Director: Adam Noble

Video Editor: Dave Colley

Podcast Editor: Paul Stanworth

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