A Dingo Ate My Movie!

About A Dingo Ate My Movie!

Explore the captivating world of Australian cinema with our podcast, where we delve into cult classics and mainstream hits from the 1970s to today. Discover iconic Australian films' stories, artistry, and impact through our insights and fun discussions. Whether you’re a fan of groundbreaking genre-defining movies or beloved blockbusters, our episodes offer a deep dive into the films that have shaped Australian culture and captivated global audiences. Join us to uncover the creativity behind Australia’s most unforgettable movies and their contributions to the international film landscape.

Publisher

Peter Iacono

Category

tv & film · tv & film · tv & film

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

10 Feb 2021

Latest episode

4 Nov 2025

Latest episodes

43 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   4 Nov 2025

   Muriel's Wedding: The Dancing Queen of Porpoise Spit

   ABBA on blast, confidence on credit, and one ticket to Sydney. Muriel’s Wedding gave us laughter, heartbreak, and the ultimate underdog moment. In this episode, we revisit how Muriel’s wild ride from Porpoise Spit to self-belief became an Aussie cinema milestone. We unpack Muriel’s Wedding as a confetti-covered coming-of-age film that quietly explodes into a study of control, shame, and the messy courage it takes to live honestly. Tony Collette’s breakout as Muriel Heslop isn’t just a showcas...

2. 

   13 May 2025

   Lights, Camera, Kylie – Exploring the Chaos of Cut

   Think you’ve seen every ‘90s slasher? Think again. In this episode, I’m joined by Matt Fulton from the Champagne Comedy Podcast to revisit Cut (2000), Australia’s cult meta-horror that blends Hollywood stars, local flavour, and a killer with oversized garden shears. We unpack the film’s highs and lows—from Kylie Minogue’s bloody cameo to the cursed movie-within-a-movie plot—and debate whether Cut is an underrated gem or just a curious footnote in Aussie cinema. Like what you're hearing? Let u...

3. 

   27 Dec 2024

   Power, Paranoia, and Illusion: Revisiting Harlequin (1980)

   Like what you're hearing? Let us know!Discover the enigmatic world of Australian cinema with us as Super Marcy from the Super Network joins the conversation about the 1980 thriller "Harlequin." Imagine the intrigue of a political family meeting a mysterious healer—this is just the tip of the iceberg as we unravel the film's captivating narrative surrounding the Rast family and the elusive Gregory Wolf. Spearheaded by talents like Robert Powell and David Hemmings, and guided by director Simon ...

Reach and audience

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YouTube views

6,893

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

4 ratings

Spotify

4.9 / 5

7 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 48 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

20

Social presence

91

YouTube

68

Engagement

77

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