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Clips from the Factual America Podcast, the show that explores America through the lens of documentary film.

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    The Role of Robeson County, NC in the Death of Michael Jordan's Father

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2021 8:05


    James Jordan, the father of basketball legend Michael Jordan, was found tragically murdered in the middle of swamp just days after his 57th birthday in 1993. There were many mysterious circumstances surrounding his death, but the investigation and trial were deemed a success, resulting in the conviction of two teenage boys. But why does one of the convicted still proclaim his innocence almost 30 years later? We are joined by award-winning director and producer of the soon to be released docu-series Moment of Truth, Matthew Perniciaro. The five-part series uses never-before-seen archive footage to tell the story behind the murder of James Jordan. It also tackles police corruption in Robeson County, North Carolina, and how that may have influenced the murder investigation. Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/moment-of-truth/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Follow Factual America: - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtw2v3PX8bx0uXh2kSoVytA - Facebook http://facebook.com/FactualAmerica - Instagram http://www.instagram.com/factual_america - Twitter https://twitter.com/Factual_America

    Michael Jordan and Family Tragedy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2021 6:53


    James Jordan, the father of basketball legend Michael Jordan, was found tragically murdered in the middle of swamp just days after his 57th birthday in 1993. There were many mysterious circumstances surrounding his death, but the investigation and trial were deemed a success, resulting in the conviction of two teenage boys. But why does one of the convicted still proclaim his innocence almost 30 years later? We are joined by award-winning director and producer of the soon to be released docu-series Moment of Truth, Matthew Perniciaro. The five-part series uses never-before-seen archive footage to tell the story behind the murder of James Jordan. It also tackles police corruption in Robeson County, North Carolina, and how that may have influenced the murder investigation. Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/moment-of-truth/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Follow Factual America: - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtw2v3PX8bx0uXh2kSoVytA - Facebook http://facebook.com/FactualAmerica - Instagram http://www.instagram.com/factual_america - Twitter https://twitter.com/Factual_America

    The Story Behind Moment of Truth: The Murder of Michael Jordan's Father

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2021 6:29


    James Jordan, the father of basketball legend Michael Jordan, was found tragically murdered in the middle of swamp just days after his 57th birthday in 1993. There were many mysterious circumstances surrounding his death, but the investigation and trial were deemed a success, resulting in the conviction of two teenage boys. But why does one of the convicted still proclaim his innocence almost 30 years later? We are joined by award-winning director and producer of the soon to be released docu-series Moment of Truth, Matthew Perniciaro. The five-part series uses never-before-seen archive footage to tell the story behind the murder of James Jordan. It also tackles police corruption in Robeson County, North Carolina, and how that may have influenced the murder investigation. Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/moment-of-truth/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Follow Factual America: - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtw2v3PX8bx0uXh2kSoVytA - Facebook http://facebook.com/FactualAmerica - Instagram http://www.instagram.com/factual_america - Twitter https://twitter.com/Factual_America

    Twists and Turns of Allen v. Farrow

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2021 6:15


    Hollywood icons Woody Allen and Mia Farrow had a 13-year relationship that ended in flames in 1992 in front of the nation's eyes. At the centre of the breakup were allegations that Woody Allen sexually abused Dylan Farrow, the daughter he had adopted with Mia Farrow. The case and the resulting fallout still resonate nearly 30 years later. The scandal has been resurrected this year with the release of the HBO docuseries Allen v. Farrow. Joining us to discuss the social and cultural consequences of this story, the film and the reaction are the Emmy Award-winning filmmakers Kirby Dick and Amy Ziering. Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/allen-v-farrow-the-aftermath-of-the-media-storm/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Follow Factual America: - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtw2v3PX8bx0uXh2kSoVytA - Facebook http://facebook.com/FactualAmerica - Instagram http://www.instagram.com/factual_america - Twitter https://twitter.com/Factual_America

    The Case Against Woody Allen

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2021 6:46


    Hollywood icons Woody Allen and Mia Farrow had a 13-year relationship that ended in flames in 1992 in front of the nation's eyes. At the centre of the breakup were allegations that Woody Allen sexually abused Dylan Farrow, the daughter he had adopted with Mia Farrow. The case and the resulting fallout still resonate nearly 30 years later. The scandal has been resurrected this year with the release of the HBO docuseries Allen v. Farrow. Joining us to discuss the social and cultural consequences of this story, the film and the reaction are the Emmy Award-winning filmmakers Kirby Dick and Amy Ziering. Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/allen-v-farrow-the-aftermath-of-the-media-storm/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Follow Factual America: - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtw2v3PX8bx0uXh2kSoVytA - Facebook http://facebook.com/FactualAmerica - Instagram http://www.instagram.com/factual_america - Twitter https://twitter.com/Factual_America

    Allen v. Farrow

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2021 6:13


    Hollywood icons Woody Allen and Mia Farrow had a 13-year relationship that ended in flames in 1992 in front of the nation's eyes. At the centre of the breakup were allegations that Woody Allen sexually abused Dylan Farrow, the daughter he had adopted with Mia Farrow. The case and the resulting fallout still resonate nearly 30 years later. The scandal has been resurrected this year with the release of the HBO docuseries Allen v. Farrow. Joining us to discuss the social and cultural consequences of this story, the film and the reaction are the Emmy Award-winning filmmakers Kirby Dick and Amy Ziering. Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/allen-v-farrow-the-aftermath-of-the-media-storm/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Follow Factual America: - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtw2v3PX8bx0uXh2kSoVytA - Facebook http://facebook.com/FactualAmerica - Instagram http://www.instagram.com/factual_america - Twitter https://twitter.com/Factual_America

    How Baywatch: The American Dream got made?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2021 10:06


    Baywatch was a 1990s phenomenon well ahead of its time, going ‘viral' long before there was something called social media.  Director and producer Matt Felker is an acclaimed observer of pop culture and social media trends. As a result, Matt is making a documentary that takes a serious look at Baywatch – a show that still resonates with a global audience 20 years later.  Recently, Factual America caught up with Matt, producer Nicole Eggert, who played Summer Quinn on the show, and Jeremy Jackson, who played Hobie Buchannon. Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/baywatch-documentary/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Follow Factual America: - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtw2v3PX8bx0uXh2kSoVytA - Facebook http://facebook.com/FactualAmerica - Instagram http://www.instagram.com/factual_america - Twitter https://twitter.com/Factual_America

    The Intellectual Side of Baywatch

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2021 8:03


    Baywatch was a 1990s phenomenon well ahead of its time, going ‘viral' long before there was something called social media.  Director and producer Matt Felker is an acclaimed observer of pop culture and social media trends. As a result, Matt is making a documentary that takes a serious look at Baywatch – a show that still resonates with a global audience 20 years later.  Recently, Factual America caught up with Matt, producer Nicole Eggert, who played Summer Quinn on the show, and Jeremy Jackson, who played Hobie Buchannon. Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/baywatch-documentary/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Follow Factual America: - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtw2v3PX8bx0uXh2kSoVytA - Facebook http://facebook.com/FactualAmerica - Instagram http://www.instagram.com/factual_america - Twitter https://twitter.com/Factual_America

    David Hasselhoff and Baywatch

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2021 4:37


    Baywatch was a 1990s phenomenon well ahead of its time, going ‘viral' long before there was something called social media.  Director and producer Matt Felker is an acclaimed observer of pop culture and social media trends. As a result, Matt is making a documentary that takes a serious look at Baywatch – a show that still resonates with a global audience 20 years later.  Recently, Factual America caught up with Matt, producer Nicole Eggert, who played Summer Quinn on the show, and Jeremy Jackson, who played Hobie Buchannon. Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/baywatch-documentary/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Follow Factual America: - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtw2v3PX8bx0uXh2kSoVytA - Facebook http://facebook.com/FactualAmerica - Instagram http://www.instagram.com/factual_america - Twitter https://twitter.com/Factual_America

    An Abandoned Theme Park

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2021 6:58


    What is it about old abandoned buildings that can be so compelling and alluring? We find out today as we welcome filmmakers Jake Williams and John Shaw to the podcast. Their film Closed For Storm is about a theme park left for ruin in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina 15 years ago. Closed For Storm shows Six Flags New Orleans in its glory days and current state of abject dereliction. Along the way, the film also captures the broken dreams and fleeting aspirations of a community still looking for hope. Along the way, the film also captures the broken dreams and fleeting aspirations of a community still looking for hope. Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/closed-for-storm/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Follow Factual America: - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtw2v3PX8bx0uXh2kSoVytA - Facebook http://facebook.com/FactualAmerica - Instagram http://www.instagram.com/factual_america - Twitter https://twitter.com/Factual_America

    The Legacy of Hurricane Katrina

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2021 5:13


    What is it about old abandoned buildings that can be so compelling and alluring? We find out today as we welcome filmmakers Jake Williams and John Shaw to the podcast. Their film Closed For Storm is about a theme park left for ruin in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina 15 years ago. Closed For Storm shows Six Flags New Orleans in its glory days and current state of abject dereliction. Along the way, the film also captures the broken dreams and fleeting aspirations of a community still looking for hope. Along the way, the film also captures the broken dreams and fleeting aspirations of a community still looking for hope. Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/closed-for-storm/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Follow Factual America: - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtw2v3PX8bx0uXh2kSoVytA - Facebook http://facebook.com/FactualAmerica - Instagram http://www.instagram.com/factual_america - Twitter https://twitter.com/Factual_America

    What is the true story behind Closed for Storm?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2021 6:46


    What is it about old abandoned buildings that can be so compelling and alluring? We find out today as we welcome filmmakers Jake Williams and John Shaw to the podcast. Their film Closed For Storm is about a theme park left for ruin in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina 15 years ago. Closed For Storm shows Six Flags New Orleans in its glory days and current state of abject dereliction. Along the way, the film also captures the broken dreams and fleeting aspirations of a community still looking for hope. Along the way, the film also captures the broken dreams and fleeting aspirations of a community still looking for hope. Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/closed-for-storm/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Follow Factual America: - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtw2v3PX8bx0uXh2kSoVytA - Facebook http://facebook.com/FactualAmerica - Instagram http://www.instagram.com/factual_america - Twitter https://twitter.com/Factual_America

    The Star Power of Chuck Berry

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2021 7:32


    Chuck Berry (1926-2017) was the original King of Rock and Roll. That is according to Jon Brewer, and being referred to as ‘God of rock docs,' he should know. Jon discusses Chuck Berry and the making of his documentary about the American icon. The film tells the story of Chuck's life through the lens of his relatives and friends, and also uses dramatic reenactments of certain events in Chuck Berry's life.  Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/chuck-berry/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Follow Factual America: - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtw2v3PX8bx0uXh2kSoVytA - Facebook http://facebook.com/FactualAmerica - Instagram http://www.instagram.com/factual_america - Twitter https://twitter.com/Factual_America

    How Chuck Berry Inspired the Beatles and The Stones

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2021 4:36


    Chuck Berry (1926-2017) was the original King of Rock and Roll. That is according to Jon Brewer, and being referred to as ‘God of rock docs,' he should know. Jon discusses Chuck Berry and the making of his documentary about the American icon. The film tells the story of Chuck's life through the lens of his relatives and friends, and also uses dramatic reenactments of certain events in Chuck Berry's life.  Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/chuck-berry/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Follow Factual America: - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtw2v3PX8bx0uXh2kSoVytA - Facebook http://facebook.com/FactualAmerica - Instagram http://www.instagram.com/factual_america - Twitter https://twitter.com/Factual_America

    Chuck Berry's Criminal Past

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2021 6:21


    Chuck Berry (1926-2017) was the original King of Rock and Roll. That is according to Jon Brewer, and being referred to as ‘God of rock docs,' he should know. Jon discusses Chuck Berry and the making of his documentary about the American icon. The film tells the story of Chuck's life through the lens of his relatives and friends, and also uses dramatic reenactments of certain events in Chuck Berry's life.  Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/chuck-berry/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Follow Factual America: - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtw2v3PX8bx0uXh2kSoVytA - Facebook http://facebook.com/FactualAmerica - Instagram http://www.instagram.com/factual_america - Twitter https://twitter.com/Factual_America

    TINA: How the Documentary Got Made?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2021 8:13


    On paper, Tina Turner probably should never have become a rock-and-roll superstar. But there she is anyway, one of the greatest survivors in modern music, who has overcome extreme adversity to define her career, her identity and her legacy on her own terms.  TINA (2021) offers a fresh perspective on the life and career of Tina Turner, the Queen of Rock and Roll. Through never-before-seen footage and previously unreleased recordings, the film draws back the curtain on Tina's life, introducing us to a private side of Tina too often hidden from the cameras.  Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/tina-turner-the-queen-of-rock-and-roll/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Follow Factual America: - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtw2v3PX8bx0uXh2kSoVytA - Facebook http://facebook.com/FactualAmerica - Instagram http://www.instagram.com/factual_america - Twitter https://twitter.com/Factual_America

    The Rebirth of Tina Turner

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2021 6:24


    On paper, Tina Turner probably should never have become a rock-and-roll superstar. But there she is anyway, one of the greatest survivors in modern music, who has overcome extreme adversity to define her career, her identity and her legacy on her own terms.  TINA (2021) offers a fresh perspective on the life and career of Tina Turner, the Queen of Rock and Roll. Through never-before-seen footage and previously unreleased recordings, the film draws back the curtain on Tina's life, introducing us to a private side of Tina too often hidden from the cameras.  Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/tina-turner-the-queen-of-rock-and-roll/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Follow Factual America: - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtw2v3PX8bx0uXh2kSoVytA - Facebook http://facebook.com/FactualAmerica - Instagram http://www.instagram.com/factual_america - Twitter https://twitter.com/Factual_America

    TINA: The Life of The Rock and Roll Queen

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2021 7:20


    On paper, Tina Turner probably should never have become a rock-and-roll superstar. But there she is anyway, one of the greatest survivors in modern music, who has overcome extreme adversity to define her career, her identity and her legacy on her own terms.  TINA (2021) offers a fresh perspective on the life and career of Tina Turner, the Queen of Rock and Roll. Through never-before-seen footage and previously unreleased recordings, the film draws back the curtain on Tina's life, introducing us to a private side of Tina too often hidden from the cameras.  Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/tina-turner-the-queen-of-rock-and-roll/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Follow Factual America: - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtw2v3PX8bx0uXh2kSoVytA - Facebook http://facebook.com/FactualAmerica - Instagram http://www.instagram.com/factual_america - Twitter https://twitter.com/Factual_America

    Revealing the True Appalachia

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2021 9:13


    Rural Appalachia is a part of America that's vanishing before our eyes. With the loss of the coal industry, the future for the people of eastern Kentucky is uncertain. However, this is what inspires the self-proclaimed "last hillbilly" Brian Ritchie.  French directors and writers, Diane Sara Bouzgarrou and Thomas Jenkoe, join us to discuss their award-winning documentary The Last Hillbilly (2020).  Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/the-last-hillbilly/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Follow Factual America: YouTube Facebook Instagram Twitter

    How did the Directors Structure the Story of The Last Hillbilly?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2021 8:08


    Rural Appalachia is a part of America that's vanishing before our eyes. With the loss of the coal industry, the future for the people of eastern Kentucky is uncertain. However, this is what inspires the self-proclaimed "last hillbilly" Brian Ritchie.  French directors and writers, Diane Sara Bouzgarrou and Thomas Jenkoe, join us to discuss their award-winning documentary The Last Hillbilly (2020).  Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/the-last-hillbilly/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Follow Factual America: YouTube Facebook Instagram Twitter

    The Last Hillbilly - A True and Poetic Story

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2021 6:54


    Rural Appalachia is a part of America that's vanishing before our eyes. With the loss of the coal industry, the future for the people of eastern Kentucky is uncertain. However, this is what inspires the self-proclaimed "last hillbilly" Brian Ritchie.  French directors and writers, Diane Sara Bouzgarrou and Thomas Jenkoe, join us to discuss their award-winning documentary The Last Hillbilly (2020).  Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/the-last-hillbilly/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Follow Factual America: YouTube Facebook Instagram Twitter

    Stewart Brand and De-Extinction Movement

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2021 6:02


    Stewart Brand has been at the forefront of multiple societal trends since the 1960s, and now he's trying to bring back the woolly mammoth and other species from extinction.  Is this folly or is he once again ahead of the curve?  We talk to the directors of We Are As Gods, David Alvarado and Jason Sussberg, about Stewart's life and the different inspirational movements he has been involved with.  Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/stewart-brand/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Follow Factual America: YouTube Facebook Instagram Twitter

    Stewart Brand - What 'We Are As Gods' Means

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2021 4:56


    Stewart Brand has been at the forefront of multiple societal trends since the 1960s, and now he's trying to bring back the woolly mammoth and other species from extinction.  Is this folly or is he once again ahead of the curve?  We talk to the directors of We Are As Gods, David Alvarado and Jason Sussberg, about Stewart's life and the different inspirational movements he has been involved with.  Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/stewart-brand/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Follow Factual America: YouTube Facebook Instagram Twitter

    Who is Stewart Brand?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2021 8:26


    Stewart Brand has been at the forefront of multiple societal trends since the 1960s, and now he's trying to bring back the woolly mammoth and other species from extinction.  Is this folly or is he once again ahead of the curve?  We talk to the directors of We Are As Gods, David Alvarado and Jason Sussberg, about Stewart's life and the different inspirational movements he has been involved with.  Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/stewart-brand/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Follow Factual America: YouTube Facebook Instagram Twitter

    How did the Director Forge a Relationship with Sly Stallone?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2021 5:48


    In 1976, Sylvester Stallone was a struggling actor with a big dream and the courage of his convictions. That dream became Rocky, one of the most iconic films of all time. Using home movies shot mostly by the director John Avildsen, director and producer Derek Wayne Johnson perfectly captures the moment when Sylvester Stallone became a superstar. 40 Years of Rocky: The Birth of a Classic, as it is known in the USA and Canada, or Becoming Rocky: The Birth of a Classic, as it is known everywhere else, reminds us that while Sylvester Stallone is known for a lot of things, consummate filmmaker should be first among them. Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/becoming-rocky-sylvester-stallone/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Follow Factual America: YouTube Facebook Instagram Twitter

    Sylvester Stallone - Filmmaker

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2021 5:37


    In 1976, Sylvester Stallone was a struggling actor with a big dream and the courage of his convictions. That dream became Rocky, one of the most iconic films of all time. Using home movies shot mostly by the director John Avildsen, director and producer Derek Wayne Johnson perfectly captures the moment when Sylvester Stallone became a superstar. 40 Years of Rocky: The Birth of a Classic, as it is known in the USA and Canada, or Becoming Rocky: The Birth of a Classic, as it is known everywhere else, reminds us that while Sylvester Stallone is known for a lot of things, consummate filmmaker should be first among them. Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/becoming-rocky-sylvester-stallone/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Follow Factual America: YouTube Facebook Instagram Twitter

    The Inception of the Documentary "Becoming Rocky"

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2021 6:35


    In 1976, Sylvester Stallone was a struggling actor with a big dream and the courage of his convictions. That dream became Rocky, one of the most iconic films of all time. Using home movies shot mostly by the director John Avildsen, director and producer Derek Wayne Johnson perfectly captures the moment when Sylvester Stallone became a superstar. 40 Years of Rocky: The Birth of a Classic, as it is known in the USA and Canada, or Becoming Rocky: The Birth of a Classic, as it is known everywhere else, reminds us that while Sylvester Stallone is known for a lot of things, consummate filmmaker should be first among them. Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/becoming-rocky-sylvester-stallone/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Follow Factual America: YouTube Facebook Instagram Twitter

    What Methods were Used to Bring McMillion$ to Your Screen?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2021 8:00


    The HBO documentary miniseries McMillion$ tells the gripping tale behind the McDonald's Monopoly promotion scam. Between 1989 and 2001 a criminal ring defrauded more than $24 million in prizes from McDonald's. If not for a tipoff to a backwater FBI office, McDonald's never would have found out about the fraud. The ensuing investigation resulted in the arrests of over 50 people.  Directors and executive producers James Lee Hernandez and Brian Lazarte bring this incredible story to life. They share how they developed the project. James and Brian also discuss the series' entertaining cast of characters, including the FBI investigators who broke the scandal. Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/mcmillions/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Follow Factual America: YouTube Facebook Instagram Twitter

    How was the McMillion$ Documentary born?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2021 5:00


    The HBO documentary miniseries McMillion$ tells the gripping tale behind the McDonald's Monopoly promotion scam. Between 1989 and 2001 a criminal ring defrauded more than $24 million in prizes from McDonald's. If not for a tipoff to a backwater FBI office, McDonald's never would have found out about the fraud. The ensuing investigation resulted in the arrests of over 50 people.  Directors and executive producers James Lee Hernandez and Brian Lazarte bring this incredible story to life. They share how they developed the project. James and Brian also discuss the series' entertaining cast of characters, including the FBI investigators who broke the scandal. Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/mcmillions/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Follow Factual America: YouTube Facebook Instagram Twitter

    The Fascinating Story of McMillion$

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2021 5:40


    The HBO documentary miniseries McMillion$ tells the gripping tale behind the McDonald's Monopoly promotion scam. Between 1989 and 2001 a criminal ring defrauded more than $24 million in prizes from McDonald's. If not for a tipoff to a backwater FBI office, McDonald's never would have found out about the fraud. The ensuing investigation resulted in the arrests of over 50 people.  Directors and executive producers James Lee Hernandez and Brian Lazarte bring this incredible story to life. They share how they developed the project. James and Brian also discuss the series' entertaining cast of characters, including the FBI investigators who broke the scandal. Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/mcmillions/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Follow Factual America: YouTube Facebook Instagram Twitter  

    The Determination of Billie Eilish

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2021 8:18


    In the blink of an eye, Billie Eilish has gone from being an aspiring musician to a five-time Grammy Award winner and global superstar with a multimillion-fan following on social media. Brilliantly capturing this incredible journey in his new documentary, award-winning director RJ Cutler returns to the podcast to discuss Billie Eilish: The World's a Little Blurry (2021). Inspired by musicals, concert films and observational cinema, the film takes an intimate look at Billie Eilish's remarkable rise to superstardom.  Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/billie-eilish/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Follow Factual America: YouTube Facebook Instagram Twitter

    Meeting and Working with Billie Eilish on 'The World's A Little Blurry'

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2021 6:49


    In the blink of an eye, Billie Eilish has gone from being an aspiring musician to a five-time Grammy Award winner and global superstar with a multimillion-fan following on social media. Brilliantly capturing this incredible journey in his new documentary, award-winning director RJ Cutler returns to the podcast to discuss Billie Eilish: The World's a Little Blurry (2021). Inspired by musicals, concert films and observational cinema, the film takes an intimate look at Billie Eilish's remarkable rise to superstardom.  Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/billie-eilish/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Follow Factual America: YouTube Facebook Instagram Twitter

    What can people expect from “Billie Eilish - The World's A Little Blurry”?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2021 9:48


    In the blink of an eye, Billie Eilish has gone from being an aspiring musician to a five-time Grammy Award winner and global superstar with a multimillion-fan following on social media. Brilliantly capturing this incredible journey in his new documentary, award-winning director RJ Cutler returns to the podcast to discuss Billie Eilish: The World's a Little Blurry (2021). Inspired by musicals, concert films and observational cinema, the film takes an intimate look at Billie Eilish's remarkable rise to superstardom.  Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/billie-eilish/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Follow Factual America: YouTube Facebook Instagram Twitter

    The Rise and Fall of Midway Games and the Arcade Industry

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2021 5:58


    For those of us who grew up in the 1980s and 90s, the arcade was a home away from home. And most likely we were playing a video game that was the creative genius of a scrappy group of renegade designers in Chicago. In his film Insert Coin (2020), director Josh Tsui captures what it was like for the fellows at Midway Games to revolutionize the video game industry. And along the way, Josh perfectly captures 1990s pop culture. Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/insert-coin-video-games/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Follow Factual America: YouTube Facebook Instagram Twitter

    The Success of Mortal Kombat and NBA JAM

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2021 4:13


    For those of us who grew up in the 1980s and 90s, the arcade was a home away from home. And most likely we were playing a video game that was the creative genius of a scrappy group of renegade designers in Chicago. In his film Insert Coin (2020), director Josh Tsui captures what it was like for the fellows at Midway Games to revolutionize the video game industry. And along the way, Josh perfectly captures 1990s pop culture. Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/insert-coin-video-games/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Follow Factual America: YouTube Facebook Instagram Twitter

    Midway Games and Eugene Jarvis

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2021 6:07


    For those of us who grew up in the 1980s and 90s, the arcade was a home away from home. And most likely we were playing a video game that was the creative genius of a scrappy group of renegade designers in Chicago. In his film Insert Coin (2020), director Josh Tsui captures what it was like for the fellows at Midway Games to revolutionize the video game industry. And along the way, Josh perfectly captures 1990s pop culture. Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/insert-coin-video-games/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Follow Factual America: YouTube Facebook Instagram Twitter

    The Battle to Get the Footage from "Steve McQueen: The Lost Formula 1 Movie" seen...

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2021 6:19


    Steve McQueen, the Hollywood icon, had a passion for car racing. However, his long lost Formula 1 film project never saw the light of day – until now. Joining us to talk about this incredible story are the filmmakers behind Steve McQueen: The Lost Movie (2021), director, writer and producer Alex Rodger, and archivist Richard Wiseman. Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/steve-mcqueen/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Follow Factual America: YouTube Facebook Instagram Twitter

    Discovering the Lost Footage in "Steve McQueen: The Lost Formula 1 Movie"

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2021 6:57


    Steve McQueen, the Hollywood icon, had a passion for car racing. However, his long lost Formula 1 film project never saw the light of day – until now. Joining us to talk about this incredible story are the filmmakers behind Steve McQueen: The Lost Movie (2021), director, writer and producer Alex Rodger, and archivist Richard Wiseman. Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/steve-mcqueen/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Follow Factual America: YouTube Facebook Instagram Twitter

    The story behind "Steve McQueen: The Lost Formula 1 Movie"

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2021 7:10


    Steve McQueen, the Hollywood icon, had a passion for car racing. However, his long lost Formula 1 film project never saw the light of day – until now. Joining us to talk about this incredible story are the filmmakers behind Steve McQueen: The Lost Movie (2021), director, writer and producer Alex Rodger, and archivist Richard Wiseman. Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/steve-mcqueen/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Follow Factual America: YouTube Facebook Instagram Twitter

    Uncovered Lincoln Photo - How Important Could It Be?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2021 5:03


    'The Lost Lincoln' (2020) investigates the authenticity of a recently discovered photograph of Abraham Lincoln, supposedly taken after he was shot in 1865. In this episode we meet director Jason Cohen and executive producer Dr Whitny Braun, the filmmakers behind the new documentary The Lost Lincoln. Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/lost-lincoln/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Follow Factual America: YouTube Facebook Instagram Twitter

    Mysterious Lincoln Photo - How Was the Photo Taken?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2021 8:34


    'The Lost Lincoln' (2020) investigates the authenticity of a recently discovered photograph of Abraham Lincoln, supposedly taken after he was shot in 1865. In this episode we meet director Jason Cohen and executive producer Dr Whitny Braun, the filmmakers behind the new documentary The Lost Lincoln. Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/lost-lincoln/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Follow Factual America: YouTube Facebook Instagram Twitter

    The Mysterious Photo of Abraham Lincoln: True or False?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2021 5:43


    'The Lost Lincoln' (2020) investigates the authenticity of a recently discovered photograph of Abraham Lincoln, supposedly taken after he was shot in 1865. In this episode we meet director Jason Cohen and executive producer Dr Whitny Braun, the filmmakers behind the new documentary The Lost Lincoln. Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/lost-lincoln/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Follow Factual America: YouTube Facebook Instagram Twitter

    How Do You Tackle Miles Davis as the Subject of a Documentary?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2021 7:23


    Stanley Nelson's documentary 'Miles Davis: Birth of the Cool' (2020) brings to the big screen the life of the 20th century's greatest music innovator. Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/miles-davis/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Follow Factual America: YouTube Facebook Instagram Twitter

    Miles Davis - The Birth of Cool

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2021 5:31


    Stanley Nelson's documentary 'Miles Davis: Birth of the Cool' (2020) brings to the big screen the life of the 20th century's greatest music innovator. Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/miles-davis/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Follow Factual America: YouTube Facebook Instagram Twitter

    Miles Davis - a Restless Musical Spirit

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2021 5:31


    Stanley Nelson's documentary 'Miles Davis: Birth of the Cool' (2020) brings to the big screen the life of the 20th century's greatest music innovator. Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/miles-davis/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Follow Factual America: YouTube Facebook Instagram Twitter

    The Post Truth Era and the role of Big Tech…

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2021 8:45


    We live under the spell of big data. We give the big tech firms access to our personal data and they shape our lives without us even knowing it. This includes how we choose our leaders.   Award-winning directors and producers Jehane Noujaim and Karim Amer join us to discuss their film The Great Hack, released by Netflix last year. The Great Hack observes the actors in the Facebook-Cambridge Analytica data scandal surrounding the 2016 US presidential election.  Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/the-great-hack/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Follow Factual America: YouTube Facebook Instagram Twitter

    Who are the Central Figures in "The Great Hack?" Meeting Carole Cadwalladr

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2021 5:55


    We live under the spell of big data. We give the big tech firms access to our personal data and they shape our lives without us even knowing it. This includes how we choose our leaders.   Award-winning directors and producers Jehane Noujaim and Karim Amer join us to discuss their film The Great Hack, released by Netflix last year. The Great Hack observes the actors in the Facebook-Cambridge Analytica data scandal surrounding the 2016 US presidential election.  Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/the-great-hack/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Follow Factual America: YouTube Facebook Instagram Twitter

    What is “The Great Hack" about? And how did the directors discover the story of the film?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2021 6:14


    We live under the spell of big data. We give the big tech firms access to our personal data and they shape our lives without us even knowing it. This includes how we choose our leaders.   Award-winning directors and producers Jehane Noujaim and Karim Amer join us to discuss their film The Great Hack, released by Netflix last year. The Great Hack observes the actors in the Facebook-Cambridge Analytica data scandal surrounding the 2016 US presidential election.  Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/the-great-hack/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Follow Factual America: YouTube Facebook Instagram Twitter

    What Would Molly Ivins Make of Today's Political Climate? And What is Her Legacy?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2021 5:49


    Raise Hell: The Life and Times of Molly Ivins (2019) chronicles the career of the iconic Texas and American columnist, author and political commentator. Now 13 years after Molly's untimely death, award-winning director and producer, Janice Engel, brings Molly's acerbic wit and no-holds-barred approach to journalism to the big screen.  Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/raise-hell-molly-ivins/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Connect with Factual America: YouTube Facebook Instagram Twitter

    The role of Texas in "Raise Hell: The Life & Times of Molly Ivins"

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2021 8:00


    Raise Hell: The Life and Times of Molly Ivins (2019) chronicles the career of the iconic Texas and American columnist, author and political commentator. Now 13 years after Molly's untimely death, award-winning director and producer, Janice Engel, brings Molly's acerbic wit and no-holds-barred approach to journalism to the big screen.  Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/raise-hell-molly-ivins/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Connect with Factual America: YouTube Facebook Instagram Twitter

    Introducing Molly Ivins

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2021 5:33


    Raise Hell: The Life and Times of Molly Ivins (2019) chronicles the career of the iconic Texas and American columnist, author and political commentator. Now 13 years after Molly's untimely death, award-winning director and producer, Janice Engel, brings Molly's acerbic wit and no-holds-barred approach to journalism to the big screen.  Full episode and show notes: https://www.alamopictures.co.uk/podcast/raise-hell-molly-ivins/ Subscribe to Factual America: https://linktr.ee/FactualAmerica Connect with Factual America: YouTube Facebook Instagram Twitter

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