Behind the Flicks

STRUCTURE indiegogo campaign: https://igg.me/at/STRUCTURE/x/38420430#/ Robert's links: linktr.ee: https://linktr.ee/Robertbellissimoatthemovies?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=778754ca-8e71-4e5f-9c31-8b3492fd07fd Channel: https://youtube.com/@robertbellissimoatthemovies?si=QGqx6-l0V5WgVfkq Patreon: patreon.com/RobertBellissimoAtTheMovies In which I am joined by film critic & actor Robert Bellissimo to discuss Goin' Down the Road, Canadian cinema & more. instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrewfrankg/ X(twitter): https://x.com/indie_creators BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/indiecreators.bsky.social Other episodes of the pod: https://on.soundcloud.com/PPLRh spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7DOdAxDe5Vg4kEIZmMjpnz?si=e715d2ec8a0a442b apple podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/behind-the-flicks/id1549353753

Follow Brian: https://bsky.app/profile/brianjayjones.com https://www.instagram.com/brianjayjones?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== In which biographer Brian Jay Jones joins the podcast for a wide-ranging discussion, including his writing process, American Graffiti, his biographies on Jim Henson & George Lucas, and much more! Plus a special announcement in the middle of the episode. Independent Creator Studios YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@independentcreatorstudios6741?si=t2KsCS50z2SXLlxE instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrewfrankg/ X(twitter): https://x.com/indie_creators BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/indiecreators.bsky.social

Buy "George Cukor's People: Acting for a Master Director": Amazon.com: https://www.amazon.com/George-Cukors-People-Director-Culture/dp/0231210825?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= Columbia University Press: https://cup.columbia.edu/book/george-cukors-people/9780231558617 In this wide-ranging episode, I interview Joseph McBride to discuss his book "George Cukor's People: Acting for a Master Director", Cukor's involvement in the making of "All Quiet on the Western Front", and much more. Plus, Max & I discuss the film in question & make an announcement regarding the future of Independent Creator Studios. instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrewfrankg/ X(twitter): https://x.com/indie_creators BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/indiecreators.bsky.social

In which I announce my new cohost & we talk about Stanley Kubrick's "Barry Lyndon".

Purchase "John Ford" by Joseph McBride & Michael Wilmington on Amazon: https://a.co/d/dLlR8AO and University Press of Kentucky: https://www.kentuckypress.com/9780813198378/john-ford In which Arianna & I are honored to be joined by film historian, professor, former screenwriter and Variety critic Joseph McBride to discuss the revised and expanded edition of his book on legendary director John Ford. We also discuss Ford's final film, "7 Women".

In which I am thrilled to interview George Stevens, Jr. in anticipation of the upcoming restoration screening of his father's film "Shane". Tickets to the upcoming screening on December 10th, 2023 at the Academy Museum in Hollywood: https://www.academymuseum.org/en/programs/detail/shane-018b0212-994e-a8bd-4b97-3c6c38cd2291

Israa's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/israaalkamali/ Israa's Feature Film instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theanxiousplace/ Israa's IMDbPro: https://pro.imdb.com/name/nm12746388?ref_=ib_nv_usr_profile In which we are joined by Israa Al-Kamali (Director, Screenwriter, & Co-founder of the Independent Iraqi Film Festival) to discuss Charlotte Wells's feature film debut, "Aftersun".

In which we are joined by Paul Lauden to discuss Zucker-Abrahams-Zuckers' 1980 comedy, "Airplane!" Paul's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ChannelSurfingStudios

Contribute to the "Ways to Fly" crowdfunding campaign (ends Sept. 15th, 2023): https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/ways-to-fly-short-film#/ Follow "Ways to Fly" on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waystoflyshort/ & twitter: https://x.com/waystoflyshort?s=20 Follow Kirby on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kirbysaid/ Twitter: https://x.com/kirbysaid?s=20 website: https://bio.site/kirbysaid Follow Efa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aye_effie/ In which I am joined by writer/director Kirby Marshall-Collins & producer Efa Akutekha to discuss the Steven Spielberg/Stanley Kubrick collaboration, "A.I.: Artificial Intelligence" (unfortunately without Arianna)"

In which Arianna & I are joined by writer Lameece Elmasri to discuss the 2003 swashbuckling classic! Follow Lameece on: Instagram - @Lameece13 https://www.instagram.com/lameece13/ Twitter - @Lameece13 https://twitter.com/lameece13?s=20 TikTok - @meecemeece Tracy Keshek/Red Siren Entertainment Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redsirenent/

In which we are joined by writer & line producer Chris Smith to discuss the ins & outs of filmmaking & Tarsem's 2006 film, "The Fall".

In which we're joined by screenwriter Michail Eggelhoefer to discuss Damien Chazelle's "Whiplash" & the film's history. Follow Michail on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichailEggs?s=20 and Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michail_a_e/

In which special guest Mattao Lindsay joins Arianna & I for an in-depth conversation about 1990's "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles". ...TURTLE POWER!! Matt's channel: https://youtube.com/@mattaoscorner Video version of the pod: https://youtu.be/HJrMJzJtNps

In which Arianna & I are thrilled to be joined by Elizabeth Whitfield – co-writer & star of my short film "Unnatural Beast" – to discuss the iconic film, "The Blair Witch Project". Lizzie's Instagram: Lizzie's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@elizabethwhitfield4745/videos Video version of the pod: https://youtu.be/WF5CxIbpFVs

Thanks, Robby

In which I watched an A+ comedy classic & Arianna must have watched a completely different film. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbI7mtMtzc_CYjS1aoTVUSQ

Garrett's channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY31c0YweMXatin9vSqRWYQ Max's channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVL8Yj0Qj5m4fcAgaLSgilg Arianna & I are joined by Garrett McDade & Max Hurley in our least mature episode.

Episode 17: A Place In The Sun w/George Stevens Jr by Independent Creator Studios

Peter's website: https://pcoish.myportfolio.com/ Peter's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peebr_koifish/ In which animator, compositor, illustrator and my former classmate - Peter Coish - joins Arianna and I to discuss "Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse".

Jake's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy0NcjjmqyWLNwWXHaQVcSA My LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-gentile-006129153/ In which Arianna and I are joined by Brian Gentile to discuss 1977's "Star Wars". Link to a video explaining the various versions of "Star Wars" (as referenced in this episode): https://youtu.be/mGrXO2RDzLg

Doña Ana Community College: https://dacc.nmsu.edu Depression/Bipolar Support Alliance: https://www.dbsalliance.org Arianna & I are joined by "Kill Bill" enthusiasts Sandy Bein & Sarah Gentile on this episode of the pod.

Arianna & I are joined by Garrett McDade & Max Hurley to discuss the impact of and facts behind "Pulp Fiction". EXTENDED video version of this episode available on Independent Creator Studios' YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbI7mtMtzc_CYjS1aoTVUSQ

In part 3 of our conversation with Joseph McBride, we cover a variety of topics, from filmmaking during the pandemic to Orson Welles, and beyond! Pre-order Joseph McBride's upcoming books: "Billy Wilder: Dancing on the Edge": https://cup.columbia.edu/book/billy-wilder/9780231201469 "Whatever Happened to Orson Welles?: A Portrait of an Independent Career" (updated edition): https://www.amazon.com/What-Ever-Happened-Orson-Welles/dp/0813152372/ref=pd_lpo_14_t_2/135-3925078-4061546?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=0813152372&pd_rd_r=aef9629d-d9aa-4596-92fd-6908ff4d72a5&pd_rd_w=HrKsk&pd_rd_wg=eoZGm&pf_rd_p=337be819-13af-4fb9-8b3e-a5291c097ebb&pf_rd_r=E6JGRJY5NZ38V3ZPW9SZ&psc=1&refRID=E6JGRJY5NZ38V3ZPW9SZ Watch the video edition of this pod on Independent Creator Studios' YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCbI7mtMtzc_CYjS1aoTVUSQ

In part 2 of our conversation with Joseph McBride, we discuss his work on the 1979 comedy-musical cult classic, "Rock 'n' Roll High School". Pre-order Joseph McBride's upcoming books: "Billy Wilder: Dancing on the Edge": https://cup.columbia.edu/book/billy-wilder/9780231201469 "Whatever Happened to Orson Welles?: A Portrait of an Independent Career" (updated edition): https://www.amazon.com/What-Ever-Happened-Orson-Welles/dp/0813152372/ref=pd_lpo_14_t_2/135-3925078-4061546?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=0813152372&pd_rd_r=aef9629d-d9aa-4596-92fd-6908ff4d72a5&pd_rd_w=HrKsk&pd_rd_wg=eoZGm&pf_rd_p=337be819-13af-4fb9-8b3e-a5291c097ebb&pf_rd_r=E6JGRJY5NZ38V3ZPW9SZ&psc=1&refRID=E6JGRJY5NZ38V3ZPW9SZ Watch the video edition of this pod on Independent Creator Studios' YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UCbI7mtMtzc_CYjS1aoTVUSQ

Arianna & I are thrilled to have film critic, professor, author and historian Joseph McBride on the podcast! In part 1 of our conversation with him, we discuss "The Other Side of the Wind", directed by Orson Welles (and co-starring our guest!) Pre-order Joseph McBride's upcoming books: "Billy Wilder; Dancing on the Edge": https://cup.columbia.edu/book/billy-wilder/9780231201469 "Whatever Happened to Orson Welles" (updated edition): https://www.amazon.com/What-Ever-Happened-Orson-Welles/dp/0813152372/ref=pd_lpo_14_t_2/135-3925078-4061546?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=0813152372&pd_rd_r=aef9629d-d9aa-4596-92fd-6908ff4d72a5&pd_rd_w=HrKsk&pd_rd_wg=eoZGm&pf_rd_p=337be819-13af-4fb9-8b3e-a5291c097ebb&pf_rd_r=E6JGRJY5NZ38V3ZPW9SZ&psc=1&refRID=E6JGRJY5NZ38V3ZPW9SZ Watch the video edition of this pod on Independent Creator Studios' YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbI7mtMtzc_CYjS1aoTVUSQ

Arianna & I are joined by 2 great filmmakers to discuss the crime epic - "Heat" - and I make a fool of myself (as per usual).

In which Arianna & I discuss "The Third Man" & I make an announcement.

In which Arianna enthusiastically endorses the 1980's time travel classic...& I drop facts about its making.

Arianna & I talk about Stanley Kubrick's dark comedy, "Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb".

In which Arianna & I discuss "Snow White & the 7 Dwarves" & how early Disney animations were created.

In which my co-host & I discuss facts behind "The Exorcist".

In honor of "The Muppet Show"'s release today on Disney Plus, we cover my favorite Muppet movie, "The Muppet Christmas Carol".

In which I drop a few facts about Charlie Chaplin's "City Lights" (& Arianna gives the film a shocking grade!!)

In our second episode, Arianna & I explore some facts about "Taxi Driver" (& have a philosophical discussion on controversial content in movies).

In our inaugural episode, we dive into film history with "The Wizard of Oz".