BIG REEL CONVERSATIONS WITH JOANNE KAM & PAPI ZAK


Big Reel Conversations is a fun review show, hosted by 2 of Malaysia’s funniest comedians, Joanne Kam and Papi Zak, about what people are watching in the cinemas and at home. Whether it’s the latest blockbuster, or THE TV series to binge watch. They will discuss, analyze, and critique past and present films, most hyped TV series, and blockbusters to independent films. They will occasionally have guests to talk to and have them share their on-set experience. 

Big Reel Conversations is Joanne and Papi’s love and passion for film and TV, this is their views and their own colorful opinion on the review. Tune in every Thursday at 6pm on AFO radio to get your dose of film and TV entertainment. 

Papi Zak

Papi Zak known as the “biggest” stand up comedian has firmly established himself as one of the golden boys in the Malaysian comedy circuit. He’s been doing stand up comedy for over 15 years and continues to bring his quirky brand of humor to all of his performances. 

Papi got his start as a radio announcer for Astro’s LiteFM and RedFM but it was his comfortable presence in front of the camera that landed him as a travel show host for programmes like The Halal Foodie and Happy Endings. 

His playful energy has constantly landed him fun roles in the entertainment industry and he doesn’t look like he’s slowing down.

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Joanne Kam

Joanne was also Esquire magazine's Sex columnist since its insurgence till 2015. She also champions women and is the first to produce an all-female stand up comedy group SUPER KAM that toured all over Malaysia and open twice for the Singapore comedy fringe Festival.  

In 2020 Joanne led Queens of Asia combining Comedy Queens from around Asia in a massive comedy special that saw Aditi Mital (India), Sharul Channa (Singapore) and Yumi Nagashima (Japan) on one stage partnering with AFO Radio & Deromp. 

Her talents also led her to the world of comedy festival being the first Malaysian female comedian to toured for both Adelaide & Perth fringe festivals with 5 stars reviews & earned her the hosting realms to the MELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL COMEDY FESTIVAL stage for Comedy zone Asia.  

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"ONE PIECE" Live Actions Review with Captain Awesome

Join us on the Big Reels Conservation as we dive into a lively review discussion on Netflix's live action One Piece with Captain Awesome. "One Piece" live action series is marking a rare success in bringing anime and manga to life. 

Big Reel Conversations with MALBATT: Misi Bakara

Join us for a special event in honor of Malaysia's Independence Day! Big Reel Conversations proudly presents Adrian Teh, acclaimed local movie director and writer of 'MALBATT: Misi Bakara. Where Papi Zak and Joanne Kam gain deeper insights into the film and its remarkable story, so tune in for an engaging conversation that sheds light on history and heroism!SynopsisBased on a true story of the 19th Battalion Malay Regiment, which was deployed as part of the United Nations peacekeeping force in 1993, and their mission to rescue the trapped American soldiers in the Bakara Market, Mogadishu, Somalia following the Black Hawk Down attack. 

Big Reel Conversations Reviewing the movie "Barbie"

I'm a Barbie girl, in a Barbie world 🎶 Let's go, Barbie, time to party ! 🎉Join us on Big Reel Conversations as we delve into the talk-of-the-town movie, now a global box office sensation at $1.18 billion with Marissa and Shaq!

Big Reel Conversations X Hungry Ghost Diner

Behind the Scenes: Unveiling the Magic of 'Hungry Ghost Diner'! Join us as we sit down with the talented minds behind the 'Hungry Ghost Diner' from producer to director, and even the captivating actor, we delve into the enchanting world of spirits, family bonds, and delectable cuisine.‘Hungry Ghost Diner’ will be released in Malaysian theatres nationwide on Aug 10.

Big Reel Conversations review Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny

Uncover the adventure of a lifetime! Join Big Reel Conversations as we dive into the legendary world of Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, with a side-splitting twist brought to you by the hilarious comedian Gajen Nad. Get ready for a rollicking review that's sure to leave you in stitches and on the edge of your seat.

Big Reel Conversations: The Mysteries of PERSEPSI

Big Reel Conversations dives into an exhilarating ride mysteries of 'Persepsi' with director Tony Pietra Arjuna and co-creator/head writer June Tan. Don't miss this captivating discussion!5 school friends meet at a remote resort, their joy turns to doubt when they are haunted after drinking a strange blue potion known as "Ocean Blue".Cast:Mimi Lana, Julia Farhana, Alicia Amin, Fezrul Khan, Ali Reza New Episode : Every Thursday - 11:00am. Only on :  Channel 104 Astro Ria, Astro GO & Sooka. 

"Big Reel Conversations: A Hilarious Take on 'AIR' Movie with Comedian Prakash Daniel"

"Gear up for an exhilarating episode of "Big Reel Conversation"! Join comedian Prakash Daniel as he dives into a captivating review of the movie "AIR." Get ready for an insightful discussion, filled with laughter and entertainment.From award-winning director Ben Affleck and starring Matt Damon, AIR reveals the unbelievable game-changing partnership between a then-rookie Michael Jordan and Nike’s fledgling basketball division, which revolutionized the world of sports and contemporary culture with the Air Jordan brand.AIR also stars Ben Affleck, Jason Bateman, Chris Messina, Marlon Wayans, with Chris Tucker and Viola Davis in a moving story that follows the career-defining gamble of an unconventional team with everything on the line, the uncompromising vision of a mother who knows the worth of her son’s immense talent, and the basketball phenom who would become the greatest of all time.Affleck directed from a screenplay by Alex Convery. AIR is produced by Peter Guber, Jason Michael Berman, David Ellison, Jeff Robinov, Madison Ainley, Damon and Affleck.

Big Reel Conversations with 'Kelab Rojak'!

Big Reel Conversations dives into the creative depths of 'Kelab Rojak'! We're thrilled to have the talented director and writer share their insights and behind-the-scenes stories. Exclusively streaming on Prime now!" Synopsis : Alicia is mixed race. Her father is Chinese and her mother is Malay. Alicia has lived in Bangsar since she was born. But when her father gets a work project to Langkawi, the family gets uprooted too. At her new school, Alicia feels like a fish out of water. When she gets punished for not wearing her school tudung properly.

Super Mario Bros. Movie: A Fun-Filled Adventure That Brings the Iconic Game to Life!".

Super Mario Bros. Movie: A Fun-Filled Adventure That Brings the Iconic Game to Life!". The Super Mario Bros. Movie takes viewers on a nostalgic ride through the beloved Mushroom Kingdom, with all its iconic characters and colourful landscapes. Join in on Big Reel Conversations  with Russell Curtis to review the movie.

Everything about the Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 review only on Big Reel Conversations.

Still reeling from the loss of Gamora, Peter Quill must rally his team to defend the universe and protect one of their own. Everything about the Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 review only on Big Reel Conversations. 

Big Reel Conversations with director "Amanda Nell Eu".

Big Reel Conversations is honoured to invite director "Amanda Nell Eu", the first Malaysian female to go to Cannes Film Festival. Malay-language horror film Tiger Stripes will be showcased at this year’s Cannes Film Festival, having been selected for the Cannes International Critics’ Week.Tiger Stripes follows 12-year-old girl Zaffan as she struggles with puberty and discovers that her body is morphing in a terrifying way. Provoked by her own community, she learns that embracing her true self is the only answer to her freedom.

Big Reel Conversations x Astro Originals latest series LIAR

Executive Producer & Director - Min Lim & Actor - Tony Eussof from Astro Originals latest series LIAR, an adaptation of the BAFTA-nominated thriller series and winner of the British Screenwriters’ Award highlighting the deception, misunderstanding, and gender bias surrounding a school teacher who accuses a respected surgeon of rape.

Big Reel Conversations x "Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves"

Whether it’s the latest blockbuster, or THE TV series to binge watch. Joanne & Papi is here to discuss, analyze, and critique past and present films, most hyped TV series, and blockbusters to independent film. And today the duo will be reviewing the movie " Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves" along with Will Quah and Jeremy. Synopsis: A charming thief and his gang of unlikely adventurers undertake an epic heist to retrieve a lost relic and stop a great evil from enslaving the world, but things go dangerously awry when they run afoul of the wrong people.

Big Reel Conversations x Project: High Council

Big Reel Conversations speaks to the Director & Writer of the series Project: High Council . Inspired by true Malaysian stories. The Producer of "One Cent Thief" presents “High Council”, traditions and gangsterism in a boarding school that once shook the nation.Synopsis : When Fakhri revealed the secrets of the school's tradition, he made himself the major target of pupils aspiring towards the "High Council" hierarchy. He joins the "Pilihanraya" arena, a tournament held in secret to choose the "Head".

Big Reel Conversations x "John Wick : Chapter 4" review

Extravagantly showy stunt work is a given, and it’s the main reason to watch these enjoyably pulpy slaughterfests – certainly more so than the plot, which reprises the basic structure of past films, with Wick.We have Keren Bala Devan who is a comedian to review the movie with us. 

Big Reel Conversations x "Imaginur"

Movie Synopsis : When a young man`s life spins out of control, he turns to hypnosis to try to get it back on track. However, things get even more out of control when the girl from his hypnotic dreams appears to him in real life. Desperate to know who this mystery woman is, he tries to introduce himself to her.

“Shazam! Fury Of The Gods” Movie Review

Papi Zak and Jeremy talks about the film's ending & how it could fit in the new DCU timeline moving forward.

Big Reel Conversations X Rain Town

Big Reel Conversations, we have Malaysian director Tunku Mona Riza who she will be speaking about her latest movie “ Rain Town”. What is Rain Town all about ? 

Big Reel Conversations Reviewing the movie " CREED III"

Big Reel Conversations. Papi Zak who will be reviewing the movie " CREED III" with Ariff & Aiman.Movie Synopsis : After dominating the boxing world, Adonis Creed (Michael B. Jordan) has been thriving in both his career and family life. When a childhood friend and former boxing prodigy, Damian (Jonathan Majors), resurfaces after serving a long sentence in prison, he is eager to prove that he deserves his shot in the ring. The face-off between former friends is more than just a fight. To settle the score, Adonis must put his future on the line to battle Damian – a fighter who has nothing to lose. Creed III is the third installment in the successful franchise and is Michael B. Jordan’s directorial debut.

Big Reel Conversations x Special Force: Anarchy

The seven-episode series follows a courageous policewoman Iman (Puteri Aishah), as she investigates a planned bank heist in the fictional country of Tenggara and unexpectedly comes face to face with a dangerous underground group, uncovering a secret along the way that could change everything if exposed.Which currently streaming on Disney+ Hotstar.

Big Reel Conversations talks to Mark O'Dea on Physical 100

Mark O’dea is a British born television presenter and YouTuber mainly known to his adoring fans as that Mat Salleh that makes gila videos in Malaysia. As a fitness freak himself, Mark will be joining us to review the very popular show Physical 100.Physical 100 is a reality competition series currently airing on Netflix. It’s main premise is to find the ideal human physique based on many tests of performance.The show starts with 100 competitors, all known for their physical attributes and physique. They then compete on a series of quests both individual and team, based on strength, agility and strategy.

Big Reel Conversations x Legenda Puteri Qaseh

Synopsis : In the kingdom of Kayajaya, a commoner girl name Qaseh gets the shock of her life when she discovers that she is the heiress to the late King and Queen Kayajaya. 

Big Reel Conversations with Kudeta

2022 | Drama, Thriller | 18Synopsis : Mariam Imran, the first female prime minister of Masraya, struggles to maintain power over a shaky coalition to prevent a coup de'tat.Cast : Vanidah Imran, Aqasha, Adlin Aman Ramli, Aedy Ashraf, Sangeeta Krishnasamy, Koe Yeet, NamronDirector/Producer : Imran Sheik, Kroll Azry

Big Reel with Steve McManaman

Papi Zak talke to his favourite stars -Steve McManaman who he is a former English football player and has played for England national team.

BIG REEL CONVERSATION REVEIW-ING WAKANDA FOREVER

We invite content creator CAPTAIN AWESOME to discuss on What WAKANDA FOREVER means to the MARVEL UNIVERSE, the replacement for CHANDWICK BOSEMAN and how the franchise carries and the legacy the BLACK PANTHER leaves behind.

Barbarian Invasion

Directed by Chui Mui Tan.  A celebrated award-winning actress has become a full-time mom and divorcée since retiring. She decides to star as a lead in a martial arts film to regain her confidence, but the director decides to cast her ex-husband as the male lead.Check out the trailer below : 

BIG REEL CONVERSATIONS TALKS TO SENDUK SWAP

It's not everyday we get 3 writers and the Director himself coming in to share their new ASTRO ORIGNAL SENDUK SWAP. The comedy series that promise you loads of delicious FOOD & a SWAP that is drama enough for all the family to enjoy and YES there is FOOD LOADS of it.

BIG REELS CONVERSATION REVIEW-ING BLACK ADAM

It's ADAM ON ADAM - ADAM CARRUTHERS TV HOST, Ex radio DJ shares with us his candid review on THE ROCK as BLACK ADAM the Anti Hero from the SHAZAM franchise. Can BLACK ADAM save the DC universe? 

Big Reel Conversations x Alvin Wong

ALVIN WONG has an acting rap sheet that reads like a casting director's dream. This man has been in so many movies and tv series that his only free time is when is not shooting. Started out as a magazine editor, how did he land his first role that lead to his first step towards multiple roles in the industry. This actor extraordinaire needs no introduction.

BIG REELS LOBAK

LOH PAK LOON or better known as LOBAK, is quite a hermit, he likes to stay at home to watch films made byhis heroes, such as Takeshi Kitano, Woody Allen, Tomas Alfredson, over and over again, and when his eyesgrow tired from staring at the screen, he'll put on a record or two, usually from the 1960s, recorded live from a popular Jazz pub somewhere in downtown New York.Out of his love for music and cinema, he stepped into the world of commercials a decade ago. Over the years, he had worked with a long list of clients and creative agencies to craft commercials and films for major brands throughout the region of Southeast Asia, accumulating a diverse range of work. Better known for his little quirks and sense of humour, present in most of his work, he is often sought-after when it comes to long forms of whimsical storytelling, but his frequent collaborators will tell you that he has a wickedside, laced with twisted tales and a tint of dark humour.NOTABLE AWARDS: "KFC Bucket Sessions", YouTube Malaysia Ads Awards 2017 - Best Long Form Ad,"Digi Christmas", Merit - Kancil Awards 2017CLIENTS: GRAB, KFC, Panasonic, Nissan, Mitsubishi, Tesco, F&N, Ogawa, Prudential, Yoodo, Accenture, Seven Seas, Nickelodeon.

BIG REEL DAIN SAID

BIG REEL CONVERSATIONS is proud to have Director Dain Said on his newest HORROR movie HARUM MALAM which will be released in MALAYSIA in Feb 2023.In the meantime Harum Malam will also be screened on the international stage, the World Premiere Festival at Fantastic Fest, the largest horror and fantasy film festival in North America with the title Blood Flower.

STEVE YAP BIG REEL

STEVE YAP is no stranger to the cinematic world. This model turned actor have made his mark in both local and international screen. His immense talent as an actor has no boundaries, here to grace us with his presence, Steve talks to us about his adventures shooting in Mongolia for ZURA 2. Since it was his first time in Mongolia for this extreme high action movie, what was his experience while on shoot and how impressed he was with the production team and also a shootout scene that involves real guns.  

OLLIE HORN MAT KILAU Review

This would probably be one the most honest review by a British person about  MAT KILAU. Joining us today on BIG REEL CONVERSATIONS is Touring Comedian Ollie Horn fresh from his Asian Tour and was forced to watch MAT KILAU on NETFLIX when he could be eating NASI LEMAK instead but WATCH IT HE DID and WHAT DO THE BRITISH GUY HAVE TO SAY ABOUT IT ? Well I guess you gotta LISTEN TO IT !

KAU VS AKU

WE GET 2 DIRECTORS FROM SOOKA'S Hottest SHOW at the moment KAU VS AKUKAU VS AKU is an original Sooka series and is at the moment and is the no 1 most popular series on Sooka's stream platform garnering over 2 MILLION VIEWS and counting on TIKTOK. What was it that made this movie tick with the Gen Z well let's find out with our 2 Directors  Shamyl Othman & Megat Sharizal only on AFORADIO. 

BIG REELS KAVIN JAY -THOR LOVE & THUNDER Review

It's BIG REEL CONVERSATIONS time again & this we got Netflix's Funny man Kavin Jay coming in to discuss that movie that was banned in MALAYSIA : THOR LOVE & THUNDER  the only movie that we as MALAYSIANS had to go all the way to SINGAPORE to WATCHED 

BIG REELS VIKARWORLD

VIKAR is a Malaysian vlogger who is widely known for his Vikarworld YouTube channel. He has gained popularity there for his candid discussions of Indian culture and his everyday life, as well as original parodies and social experiments. BIG REELS CONVERSATION talks to his newest song 'ROSMAH' and what's it like to be the internet's most famous macha and his representation of his culture in the work that he does, his passion and moving forward.

Big Reels House of the Dragon

House of the Dragon the prequel to GAME OF THRONES is gonna be more than epic. Considering it will also have more than just 3 dragons flying around, it is already a prequel worthy of all Westeros.  Based on parts of the novel Fire & Blood, the series is set about 200 years before the events of Game of Thrones, and 172 years before the birth of Daenerys Targaryen. It portrays the beginning of the end of House Targaryen, the events leading up to and covering the Targaryen war of succession, known as the "Dance of the Dragons".We got the Dragon master WILL QUAH coming in on Big Reel Conversation to school us on all things Targaryen and perhaps some spoilers again but WHEN YOU PLAY THE GAME OF THRONES, YOU WIN OR YOU DIE - THERE IS NO MIDDLE GROUND. 

BIG REEL CONVERSATIONS - IAN MCNALLY

BIG REEL CONVERSATIONS  is joined by ex BFM Movie critic IAN MCNALLY as we deep dive into Neil Gaiman's newest Netflix series THE SANDMAN , We take a look at how different and what are the similarities and approaches that made this series an adaptation worthy for all of Gaimans' fans.  

Big Reel Conversations talks to ACTOR/ Director Gavin Yap

Big Reel Conversations talks to ACTOR/ Director Gavin Yap on Malaysia's first radio noir drama Derek Kong, Private DetectiveCheck out the 2 episodes that are already on here on YouTube.And you can listen to it on Spotify.

BIG REELS MURDER BY MOONLIGHT

Big Reels Conversation today with Executive producer & Co creators of MURDER BY MOONLIGHT A murder mystery that plays tribute to Agatha Christie and Knives Out this new series will have you guessing to the end who will the real killer is. 1 island hotel, 12 people and a murder. During the commencement of the first MCO, a famous guest is found dead in Hotel Cahaya Bulan. Everyone seems to have a motive and Ameera the Hotel Manager investigates. Will she be successful in catching the murderer? On Astro CITRA and Astro GO Mondays 9.00pm. 

Gadis Jolobu The Movie

Big Reel Conversations talks to Director CL HOR & Producer Sara Nattaya Azmi of Gadis Jolobu a zebra studio production which highlights not only it's rich Negeri Sembilan dialect but is a comedy that pays tributes to the nostalgic era of the 'Bujang Lapuk' styling.Gadis Jolobu The MovieThree bachelors have been very close since their childhood and they are putting their efforts to find their soulmates in their hometown. The curse of "Lambat Sunat, Lambatlah Kahwin" often plays on their minds and this makes it harder for them to find their soulmates as they keep facing various setbacks. Set against the unique culture and traditions of the Minangkabau in Negeri Sembilan. Catch the nationwide release on AUGUST 4TH in cinemas all over town.

BIG REEL CONVERSATIONS - It's all about ELVIS

It's all about- ELVIS and we talked to 2 special Peters : Musical Theater Star Peter Ong on Baz Luhrman's newest musical biopic on King of Rock & Roll Elvis Presley on the impact of music that led to a generation of icons thru his influence. After that we talked to PETER LEE, Malaysia's very own Elvis on his journey as an Elvis impersonator and what Elvis meant to him.

BIG REEL CONVERSATIONS WITH ADAM C

Big Reels Conversation talks to ADAM C on our review of the Jurassic franchise and Jurassic World Dominion. Will this be the last we see of Dinosaurs , how much nostalgia does it take to save a franchise and are those Dinosaurs or is everything a hybrid now ? 

Big Reel Conversations talks to director Zahim Al Bakri

Big Reel Conversations talks to director Zahim Al Bakri on finally getting Spilt Gravy in the cinemas and why did it took 11 years to get it on screen. The nostalgia of relieving JIT's memories with this special production and the hurdles and process it took to get approved for screening.

BIG REEL CONVERSATIONS X Iedil Dzuhrie Alaudin of "THE ASSISTANT".

Big Reel Conversation talks to the man himself, the lead actor from THE ASSISTANT ;  Iedil Dzuhrie Alaudin fresh from the new Adrian Teh's blockbuster THE ASSISTANT.  We get up close and personal with the actor on his transformation in this movie predominantly his fight training for the role and what it was like to shoot this movie during the MCO period. We also want to congratulate THE ASSISTANT on achieving its RM 1 million mark in just 4 days of screening, it is indeed a class on its own. @sonypicturesmalaysia@act2pictures@iedilputraCatch THE ASSISTANT in cinemas near you NOW !

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