From live-action Disney remakes like the Lion King, Aladdin, and Mulan ? to fresh takes on classic films like Little Women and A Star is Born, remakes connect with audiences in a big way. Since a lot of us are watching movies at home right now, we thought we'd take a look at "the art of the remake" and explore some classic remakes available on the Cineplex Store, as well as some "new again" films coming out later this year. Join us as host Natasha Gargiulo discusses upcoming remakes of West Side Story, Dune, Candyman, and Green Knight with award-winning Canadian journalist and filmmaker Chandler Levack, and Sal Patel, managing editor of Shopify Studios in Toronto, and former managing content producer at the Toronto International Film Festival?s digital studio.

In this episode of Hello Movies, we take a peek at some brand new films that shine a light on the different kinds of hiding we humans do. John Krasinski shares his unique directorial and writerly perspective on hiding from those creepy giant spider things in A Quiet Place II, while director Jeff Barnaby talks about putting an Indigenous spin on the age-old practice of hiding from zombies in Blood Quantum. And let's not forget Mulan, who hid from an entire army simply by putting on pants! Plus you won't want to miss the expert analysis of the week's upcoming theatrical releases. After all, what better place to hide from the real world for a few hours than a visit to some alternate universes? See you there! 

Host Natasha Gargiulo talks with Ben Affleck about his role in The Way Back, where he plays a basketball coach haunted by addiction and past trauma. Cineplex magazine Editor Marni Weisz brings the lowdown on Onward, the latest animation from Pixar, where two teens go on a fantastic quest to recapture the memory of their dad. And scientist Dominic Walliman (from YouTube?s Domain of Science) explains the theory behind Bloodshot, where Vin Diesel plays a resuscitated nanotechnology-enhanced super soldier who goes on a revenge mission when he finally remembers who was behind his death. Memory plays a role in all 3 of the films we?re focusing on this week ? so don?t forget to listen! 

Host Natasha Gargiulo speaks with Alexandra West from the Faculty of Horror Podcast about all things horror: an innovative studio's take on a classic TV show with Blumhouse's Fantasy Island, the intelligent and super suspenseful sci-fi thriller The Invisible Man, and the return of the creepy haunted doll in Brahms: The Boy II. Plus, join Marni Weisz, Editor, Cineplex Magazine, for an auditory romp through the terrifying terrain of horror soundtracks.  Hold onto your popcorn -- there's bound to be a few jump-scares! 

For Valentine's Day, we look at two very different types of date movies. With The Photograph, Canadian director Stella Meghie tells the tale of a daughter, played by Issa Rae, trying to understand her mother's early life. Along the way, Rae's character begins falling in love with a young journalist, portrayed by LaKeith Stanfield.  In Downhill, the married couple played by Will Ferrell and Julia Louis-Dreyfus question what love looks like when children are involved - and after tragedy almost strikes. Podcaster Kevin McCarthy and film critic Lauren Veneziani -- married film buffs -- detail what they love most about a movie theatre date night, and host Natasha Gargiulo even has a sweet love story that centres on, you guessed it, a movie theatre.

This week, two films about women out to even the score. Birds of Prey (and the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn) stars Margot Robbie as Harley, who, as the Joker's recently ex-girlfriend, has a few beefs with male supervillains. And The Rhythm Section stars Blake Lively as a woman on a mission to avenge the death of her family. To help us understand what makes these characters tick like virtual time bombs, host Natasha Gargiulo speaks with psychologist Hina Khan. We also get some unique perspective from Mark Burnell, who wrote both the original novel and the screenplay for The Rhythm Section.

Join tv and radio personality Natasha Gargiulo and movie-watching experts Marni Weisz and Ingrid Randoja from Cineplex Magazine for an inside look at the top 10 films on the horizon for 2020. Without giving anything away -- let's just say it?s going to be an eclectic year!

Jumanji: The Next Level director Jake Kasdan talks about adding Awkwafina and some famous Dannys to the cast. Also: Host Lana Gay talks Bombshell with film blogger Sasha Stone, and movies to see at Christmas with Tanner Zipchen, plus trivia from the very first Star Wars movie.

Frozen II producer Peter Del Vecho explains how a trip to Iceland inspired the creative team behind the film, Nerdist contributing editor Lindsey Romain talks Knives Out with host Lana Gay, plus we've got Mister Rogers trivia, movie tropes, and what's new in theatres with Tanner Zipchen.

Linda Hamilton's trainer Mackie Shilstone talks to host Lana Gay about Terminator: Dark Fate, we take a look at Doctor Sleep (the sequel to The Shining), plus Terminator trivia, our listeners' scariest movies, and new films hitting theatres this week with Tanner Zipchen.

Writer/director Kevin Smith gives host Lana Gay his take on and talks up his we get an inside look at the technology of the new Will Smith movie plus trivia about actors who wished they'd been the Joker, and the bloody history of the red carpet.Joker Jay and Silent Bob Reboot, Gemini Man,

Downton Abbey creator Julian Fellowes tells us about putting his hit TV series on the big screen, and we check out Brad Pitt in outer space in Ad Astra. We share our listeners' stories about how movies changed their lives, ask some Brad Pitt trivia, and talk new movies with Cineplex Magazine's Marni Weisz.

It Chapter Two director Andy Muschietti tells us about creating the scary sequel, and host Lana Gay has four great reasons to go see The Goldfinch. Plus, new movies with Tanner Zipchen, the evolution of the movie trailer, and surprising trivia about movies adapted from books.

Twelve-year-old actor Jacob Tremblay talks to host Lana Gay about getting big laughs in Good Boys, while composer Anna Drubich explains how she made Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark even scarier. There's also Guillermo del Toro trivia, and a quick history of movie censorship.

Quentin Tarantino talks about the inspiration behind Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, we explore the nostalgic appeal of The Lion King, and host Lana Gay sees a movie in 4DX for the first time. We also have Tarantino trivia, and check out new movies with Tanner Zipchen.

Swing into the podcast with a look at Spider-Man: Far From Home and the mystery of Jake Gyllenhaal's Mysterio. Get a close-up look at the Beatles-themed movie Yesterday, answer Spidey trivia, and find out why we call movies "the silver screen.?

Listen as Matt Holloway and Art Marcum, the writers behind Men in Black: International, tell host Lana Gay about writing for Chris Hemsworth and Tessa Thompson. Explore the history of the summer blockbuster, make your guesses about which musicians were up for acting Oscars, and find out why you should see The Dead Don?t Die even if you?re not a zombie fan. And get the scoop from Tanner Zipchen on Child?s Play, Toy Story 4, and Spiderman: Far From Home.

Actors and musicians cross paths when we dig into Taron Edgerton's experience playing Elton John in Rocketman, Lana celebrates the way movies give songs a second life, and we ask you some trivia about actors who tried being rock stars.

Halle Berry isn't Keanu Reeves' only co-star in John Wick III: Parabellum; there's also Princess and Chacha. Our host Lana Gay chats with the dog coordinator from the newest John Wick film. Director Olivia Wilde talks about why Booksmart is so much more than just another teen party movie. We have trivia about roads not taken by Keanu Reeves, and Lana's personal take on going to the movies alone.

Explore the unlikely pairing of Seth Rogen and Charlize Theron when our host Lana Gay speaks with Dan Sterling and Liz Hannah, the co-writers of Long Shot about their unique perspectives on the characters and collaboration as writers. Sit back and find out why Pokémon:Detective Pikachu not for just for kids. Explore trivia about upcoming movie remakes and listen as Lana solves the age-old problem of how to schedule that bathroom break during a movie.

What makes the Marvel Cinematic Universe one of the most successful franchises in movie history? Our host Lana Gay speaks with the co-founder of The Marvel Report to get her take. And Hellboy himself, David Harbour, shares the ups and downs of playing this conflicted character. Plus, there?s more to theatre snacks than just popcorn; we?ll explore what people around the world munch on at the movies. And don?t miss our recap of bad reviews for now-classic films (hindsight is everything)!Send us your feedback about the show at [email protected]

Need a little motivation to get off the couch and into the theatre? The Hello Movies podcast gets you closer to the freshest films playing on the big screen. Every two weeks host Lana Gay provides insights, interviews and behind the scenes features related to two top movies playing in theatres. Plus, get your fix on movie culture, trivia and more - all brought to you by Cineplex Entertainment. Premieres April 18.