
Boyd Hilton
Entertainment critic who provides analysis and commentary on the Academy Awards results and reviews television formats such as The Claudia Winkleman Show.
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Oct 2, 2025 • 42min
Review Show: The Smashing Machine film and Ben Elton’s autobiography
Benny Safdie, a talented film director and actor, discusses his biographical drama The Smashing Machine, exploring the life and struggles of MMA fighter Mark Kerr. He shares his innovative approach to fight sequences and the emotional depth behind his characters, including the physical commitment of Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson. Critics Natalie Jamieson and Boyd Hilton provide insights on the film's authenticity and discuss a Lee Miller exhibition, while also analyzing Ben Elton's revealing autobiography filled with anecdotes and reflections on the evolving landscape of comedy.

Mar 16, 2026 • 42min
The Oscars, Ryan Gosling, Self Esteem performs
Bea Ballard, veteran TV producer who shapes big talk shows, and Boyd Hilton, sharp entertainment critic, dissect the BBC chat format and its staging. Ryan Gosling, actor, chats about bringing Project Hail Mary from page to screen and performing with puppetry. Rebecca Lucy Taylor, aka Self-Esteem, talks music and theatre and performs a new song for Teeth and Smiles.


