Film Grain

Welcome, boils and ghouls, to the very first episode of the Eerie Horror Cast. Join Aaron Mook, Alyssa Wowk-Kennedy, and special guest Karis Turk as they discuss Jenna Davis' appearance at the upcoming Eerie Horror Fest, "torso penetration," fear of science, and movies related to Technology in Horror. Films we watched for this episode include M3GAN, Pulse, Videodrome, Tetsuo the Iron Man, Host, and of course, Death Spa. The Eerie Horror Cast is presented by the Film Society of Northwestern Pennsylvania, a nonprofit organization. Thank you to "Monster" Mark Kosobucki for our artwork and to Brian Kinney for our theme music. Follow us online: https://www.facebook.com/eeriehorrorfestival https://www.instagram.com/eeriehorrorfest/ https://twitter.com/EerieHorrorFest

The Berlins go head-to-head in this mini Cinema Face-Off episode. John and Erika do a rundown about the Film Society's Summer 2022 events. We're busy! Good busy.

John and Erika talk to Dr. Rhonda Matthews, political sociologist and leader of the Film Society's new program, Eerie Horror Fest Presents...

John and Erika sit down with co-host and not so special guest Mike Berlin, and discuss the new docuseries coming to WQLN in the fall "Chronicles".

John and Erika talk with young filmmaker Lauren Dreyfus about her short film and coming back home to film in her hometown of Erie after recently graduating from the New York Film Academy. Lauren's film, along with three other shorts, will be screening at PACA on Saturday night (05/14/2022) from 7:00 - 9:00 PM. Check it out! https://www.paca1505.org/events/detail/nyfa-graduates-thesis-film-screening

Erika, John, and special guest J.J. Hodges go deep into the night - the dark knight - and discuss Matt Reeves 'The Batman'.

Ten films that speak to John and Mike's particular cinema sentiment at this moment in time. Plus John provides a quick update on the Eerie Horror Fest. Early bird submission deadline April 30: https://filmfreeway.com/EerieHorrorFest

Erika, John, and Mike talk about how Will Smith lost his Oscar, our totally wrong predictions, who won the big awards, and the ceremony.

John and Mike sit down and talk with the Mike Golab the owner of Xhibit One Productions. Mike shares the story of his start in film and video production, the process of learning how to run his own business, his writing approach, and what he has coming up next.

John and Erika sit down with Oddity Production's founding trio Liam O'Brien, Danny Pakulski, and Simon Yahn to discuss their new short film Alexander the Brain.

Erika, John, and Mike talk about the evolving Ukrainian crisis, Sean Penn, and the importance of wartime documentarians to capture history.

John, Erika, and Mike share their thoughts about this year's contenders for best films.

The Film Grain podcast returns with Erie-based filmmaker, Cole Daniel Hills, and his new feature film, The Root of Perfection, premiering THIS Friday, January 14th at 7:00 PM at the H.O. Hirt Auditorium at the Blasco Memorial Library! Get your tickets here: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/5326553 --------- Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

In this bonus episode, Erika, Mike and John play a few rounds of Cinema Face-Off with Mike as the judge. In this game, Erika and John compete to come up with movie production plans to win over the judge and score that coveted win. --------- Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

Comidenne, former business-to-business copy-writer and McDowell Alum Tien Tran joins Erika, Mike and John to celebrate the 100th episode of the Film Grain podcast as well as discuss her career from Erie to Chicago and Hollywood. --------- Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

YouTuber, internet sensation and actor Sean Whaling joins Erika, Mike and John to discuss his trajectory from Erie's PACA to Hollywood. --------- Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

"Another Round," the incredible film by Thomas Vinterberg is discussed at length on this final installment in the Virtual Cinema Talkback series. --------- Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

Erika, Mike and John recount the highlights of the 93rd Academy Awards Ceremony Short Films including the Live Action, Animated and Documentary categories. Many of the films discussed today are available on streaming services, so join the conversation on our social media channels and let us know what you thought of the winners and our favorites. --------- Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

Erika and John recount the highlights of the 93rd Academy Awards Ceremony, as well as their impressions on this year's format changes. Stay tuned next week for a look at the Short Films of the Oscars. --------- Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

Artificial Intelligence doesn't free us from prejudices; it only automates our prejudices. On this special episode of Film Grain, we are joined by the Director of Coded Bias Shalini Kantayya, as well as the hosts of Our Erie - Marty Nwachukwu, DaVona Pacley and Lydia Laythe. Sponsored by Celebrate Women in Tech - Erie and Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Central and Northern PA. Representing those groups tonight is Cathy Von Birgilin --------- Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

Listen to our conversation with Stiv J. Wilson - Producer THE STORY OF PLASTIC documentary, Monica Wilson - Associate Director for Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives (GAIA) and Sherri A. “Sam” Mason, Ph. D. - Sustainability Coordinator for Penn State Behrend Sponsored by the Whole Foods Cooperative --------- Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

Erika, John and Mike sit down with Chad Villella, a filmmaker best known for his segment in V/H/S - "10:31:98", and "Ready or Not." Today we discuss Sundance, TIFF and the new iteration of the iconic "Scream" franchise. --------- Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

Erika, John and Mike sit down with Chad Villella, a filmmaker best known for his segment in V/H/S - "10:31:98", and "Ready or Not." Today we discuss Chad's history with online content creation, and his path from Mercyhurst to Hollywood. Stay tuned next week for the second piece of the interview! --------- Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

Erika, John, Mike and DeLisa discuss the first two episodes of "Small Axe," the Steve McQueen anthology series available now.  --------- As the Film Society of NWPA faces another difficult year for programming, we are pivoting to a virtual cinema format for our beloved Film Grain: Dinner & Movie series. Every other Wednesday at 6PM we will be discussing a new narrative or documentary film, live on Zoom, and we’d love for you to join us. Subscribe to our newsletter at FilmSocietyNWPA.org or follow our Facebook page and the Story of Plastic event there for all the details and the Zoom link for the event. --------- Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

Erika, John and Mike discuss this year's Oscar Nominees and offer their predictions and reactions to all of the categories! Stay tuned to our social media for an announcement regarding a hybrid soiree for this year's viewing party! --------- Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

Erika, John, Mike and several community members as the crew discuss "Nomadland," the second movie in our Virtual Cinema Program. To get involved with the next recording, visit our Facebook page and subscribe to our newsletter - instructions and links below: --------- As the Film Society of NWPA faces another difficult year for programming, we are pivoting to a virtual cinema format for our beloved Film Grain: Dinner & Movie series. Every other Wednesday at 6PM we will be discussing a new narrative or documentary film, live on Zoom, and we’d love for you to join us. Subscribe to our newsletter at FilmSocietyNWPA.org or follow our Facebook page and the Nomadland event there for all the details and the Zoom link for the event. --------- Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

Ashley Messenger and Glenn Stearns join Erika Berlin to discuss Undercover Billionaire, managing Underdog BBQ during Covid-19, Glenn's new venture - Kind Lending - and more. If you're in the Erie area, check out Underdog BBQ online, or order from any local delivery app. Learn more about Kind Lending here. -------- As the Film Society of NWPA faces another difficult year for programming, we are pivoting to a virtual cinema format for our beloved Film Grain: Dinner & Movie series. Every other Wednesday at 6PM we will be discussing a new narrative or documentary film, live on Zoom, and we’d love for you to join us. Our next selection will be "The Story of Plastic." Subscribe to our newsletter at FilmSocietyNWPA.org or follow our Facebook page and "The Story of Plastic" event there for all the details and the Zoom link! --------- Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

Join Erika, John, Mike and several community members - Anthony, DeLisa, Jacqueline, Janet, John, Kelly and Ruth Ann - as the crew discuss "Malcom & Marie," the first movie in our Virtual Cinema Program. To get involved with the next talkback episode for "Nomadland," visit our Facebook page and subscribe to our newsletter - instructions and links below: --------- As the Film Society of NWPA faces another difficult year for programming, we are pivoting to a virtual cinema format for our beloved Film Grain: Dinner & Movie series. Every other Wednesday at 6PM we will be discussing a new narrative or documentary film, live on Zoom, and we’d love for you to join us. Our first selection in the Virtual Cinema series is NOMADLAND which is now available on Hulu, and was shot last year in secret and under quarantine. Watch NOMADLAND on Hulu anytime between now and Wednesday March 3rd. Join us on the 3rd at 6PM Eastern Time via Zoom to discuss the film. Our discussion will be recorded and released here on the Film Grain podcast. Subscribe to our newsletter at FilmSocietyNWPA.org or follow our Facebook page and the Nomadland event there for all the details and the Zoom link for the event. --------- Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

Alex Ferrari of Indie Film Hustle joins us for the conclusion of this large interview. On this episode, we discussed reimagining a post-industrial city like Erie to make it the home of the million dollar movie, and answered questions surrounding the theatrical vacuum and independent filmmakers. --------- As the Film Society of NWPA faces another difficult year for programming, we are pivoting to a virtual cinema format for our beloved Film Grain: Dinner & Movie series. Every other Wednesday at 6PM we will be discussing a new narrative or documentary film, live on Zoom, and we’d love for you to join us. Our first selection in the Virtual Cinema series is NOMADLAND which is now available on Hulu, and was shot last year in secret and under quarantine. Watch NOMADLAND on Hulu anytime between now and Wednesday March 3rd. Join us on the 3rd at 6PM Eastern Time via Zoom to discuss the film. Our discussion will be recorded and released here on the Film Grain podcast. Subscribe to our newsletter at FilmSocietyNWPA.org or follow our Facebook page and the Malcolm & Marie event there for all the details and the Zoom link for the event. --------- Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

Alex Ferrari of Indie Film Hustle joins us to discuss Hollywood stories, making it as an indie filmmaker, and what goes in to planning every aspect of your film post release. Stay tuned next week for the conclusion of this interview focusing on reimagining a post-industrial city like Erie, to make it the home of the million dollar movie, and can the theatrical exhibition vacuum lift up American independent filmmaking once again. --------- As the Film Society of NWPA faces another difficult year for programming, we are pivoting to a virtual cinema format for our beloved Film Grain: Dinner & Movie series. Every other Wednesday at 6PM we will be discussing a new narrative or documentary film, live on Zoom, and we’d love for you to join us. Our first selection in the Virtual Cinema series is MALCOLM & MARIE which is now available on Netflix, and was shot last year in secret and under quarantine. Watch MALCOLM & MARIE on Netflix anytime between now and Wednesday March 17th. Join us on the 17th at 6PM Eastern Time via Zoom to discuss the film. Our discussion will be recorded and released here on the Film Grain podcast. Subscribe to our newsletter at FilmSocietyNWPA.org or follow our Facebook page and the Malcolm & Marie event there for all the details and the Zoom link for the event. --------- Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

As the Film Society of NWPA faces another difficult year for programming, we are pivoting to a virtual cinema format for our beloved Film Grain: Dinner & Movie series. Every other Wednesday at 6PM we will be discussing a new narrative or documentary film, live on Zoom, and we’d love for you to join us. Our first selection in the Virtual Cinema series is MALCOLM & MARIE which is now available on Netflix, and was shot last year in secret and under quarantine. Watch MALCOLM & MARIE on Netflix anytime between now and Wednesday March 17th. Join us on the 17th at 6PM Eastern Time via Zoom to discuss the film. Our discussion will be recorded and released here on the Film Grain podcast. Subscribe to our newsletter at FilmSocietyNWPA.org or follow our Facebook page and the Malcolm & Marie event there for all the details and the Zoom link for the event. --------- Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

Erika, John and Mike discuss "Bloody Nose, Empty Pockets," the 2020 Sundance Documentary that is making waves for numerous reasons. Giving viewers a close look at the last day of a dive bar in Vegas, this film is not one to be missed and currently available to rent on Amazon. --------- Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

Erika, John and Mike discuss their "Weekend Crush" in this new segment about diving into the works of some of the biggest names in Hollywood.  Discussed Today: Yentl / The Prince of Tides / The Mirror Has Two Faces  --------- Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

Join us for a new segment - Cinema Soapbox - where we individually discuss the films that we love (or not). First up in this series is Mike with an analysis of "Mank," the newest film from David Fincher and a product of his Netflix contract that chronicles the life of Herman J. Mankiewicz as he tries to finish "Citizen Kane." --------- Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

Join us for the second half of our conversation with Glenn Stearns and the cast of Undercover Billionaire: Comeback City including Brian Arrington of TKO Erie, Gisele Littrell of The Tipsy Bean and the Erie Hill District Collaborative, Michael Hooks of Michael Making Lives Better, Jon Meighan of Lake Erie Rubber and Tina Ferraro of Dominick's Diner. In this episode, learn what each cast member thought of the filming process, their interpretation of the changes they've been able to make since filming, and how COVID has impacted their businesses.   Watch Undercover Billionaire: season 2 and Undercover Billionaire: Comeback City on Discovery.  --------- Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

This week we're bringing you the first half of our conversation with Glenn Stearns and the cast of Undercover Billionaire: Comeback City including Brian Arrington of TKO Erie, Gisele Littrell of The Tipsy Bean and the Erie Hill District Collaborative, Michael Hooks of Michael Making Lives Better, Jon Meighan of Lake Erie Rubber and Tina Ferraro of Dominick's Diner. Stay tuned next week after the premiere of Undercover Billionaire: Comeback City on Discovery for the rest of our conversation with the cast. --------- Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

Erika, John and Mike discuss their "favorite" Holiday/Holiday-adjacent films in this week's episode. They also reveal some exciting new upcoming segments that you won't want to miss in 2021. Discussed Today: Meet Me In St. Louis / The Family Stone / I'm Thinking Of Ending Things / When Harry Met Sally / The Ice Storm / Carol / Strange Days & More --------- Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

Our guest this week is actor and friend of the Film Society Frederick Williams who discusses his introduction into the world of film, his roles and his process for getting into/developing characters. As always, thank you for listening to Film Grain. If you enjoy the show, please drop us a review on any podcast platform! --------- Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

Erika, John and Mike discuss their favorite shows and movies of 2020 including: A Life on Our Planet | The Edge of Democracy | Les Misérables (2019) | Hamilton | Borat 2 | His House | The Invisible Man | Saint Francis | Mank |The Last Dance |Portrait of a Lady on Fire |Palm Springs | What The Constitution Means To Me | Devs | The Crown | Lovecraft Country | Killing Eve | Curb Your Enthusiasm | Schitt's Creek | Unsolved Mysteries | Better Call Saul | Fargo | Legion and more... --------- Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

Musician and owner of Artlore Studio, Stephen Trohoske joins Erika, John, and Mike for a conversation on his path in Erie, live shows, and the logistics of being creative during lockdown. Learn more about Artlore on their website. --------- Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

Performing Artists Collective Alliance (PACA) Executive Director Mark Tanenbaum joins Erika and John to discuss the challenges of 2020 and how they have been effected locally, as well as future plans for the newly-renovated spaces in the building. Learn more about the PACA on their website. After the discussion stay tuned for an update on future Film Society of NWPA membership opportunities. Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

Dr. Janelle Newman of The Script Project joins us this week to discuss her journey in Erie, from beginnings to creating culturally-responsive and anti-racist training in the city. We discuss current Film industry updates like Cinemark and AMC vs Universal, Wonder Woman 1984, and more. Find out more information on The Script Project on their website: http://thescriptproject.org/ Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram ---- "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

Filmmakers Brandon Chase and Will Brewington III join us to discuss their upcoming short film, "The Color Brown," which was filmed in Erie, PA. This film tells the story of two siblings - both previously unaware of the other - who meet following the passing of a relative. Find out more about the film on their Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheColorBrownShortFilm/?view_public_for=100494215121680 or support the project directly on their Go-Fund-Me: https://www.gofundme.com/f/the-color-brown-short-film Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram ---- "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

Director, Teacher and Writer Mark Steensland ("The Last Way Out," "The Gospel According to Philip K. Dick," and more) joins us to discuss his bi-coastal career in the film industry from his beginning feature films, to more recent screenwriting efforts and reminisces about his time in Erie. We also wrap up our Halloween movie discussions with our top 3 lists including films like "Possession," "Scream," "The Descent," and "Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors." Let us know what your favorites in the comments on our social media! Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram ---- "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

Musician and teacher Tony Grey of Tony Grey Bass Academy joins us to discuss his craft, inspirations and the music scene in Erie. Find out more about Tony and his work here: http://tonygreybassacademy.com/ For our Halloween movie discussion, John chose "Apostle," from the director of the incredible Raid series, featuring Dan Stevens, Michael Sheen, Kristine Froseth, and Lucy Boynton. Let us know what you thought of the film in the comments on our social media! Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram ---- "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

This week we are joined by Michele Vitali from Edinboro University who discusses her experience working in the world of forensic art, the grey-market body trade, "Unsolved Mysteries" and more. Visit https://www.reuters.com/investigates/section/usa-bodies/ for more information on the topics mentioned. For our Halloween movie discussion, Erika chose "The Skull," a British horror film from 1965 available on Hulu and Amazon Prime starring Peter Cushing, Patrick Wymark, Christopher Lee, and Jill Bennett. Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram ---- "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

Steve Weiser, Executive Director of Erie Philharmonic joins us to discuss the Winter season for the Phil - including free, televised concerts in October, November and December. To learn more about this program, visit eriephil.org. Steve also joins us for our thoughts on "Session 9," a Brad Anderson horror film from 2001 that was filmed inside Danvers State Mental Hospital in Massachusetts. Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram ---- "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

Hosts of Our Erie: The Series Marty Nwachukwu (Community Organizer for Erie County United) and Davona Pacley (Co-Founer of Erie's Black Wall Street, Co-cretor of Hearth Folk Collective) join us to discuss their new podcast, born from a desire to highlight the real stories of the people making change in the Erie Area. The Our Erie series will bring citizens, entrepreneurs, activists, politicians and thought leaders together for a frank discussion around societal issues facing the post-industrial city of Erie, Pennsylvania and the United States at large. Stay tuned to the Our Erie Facebook Page for more information. Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram ---- "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

Director of CAM (Community Access Media) Erie, Jacob Bartko joins us to discuss the use of production services during the pandemic, the history of CAM Erie, and what people looking to get involved can expect from their facilities. Learn more about CAM on their website: https://camerie.org/ Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram ---- "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

This week on Film Grain, we bring to you the entire UNEARTH Fantasia Film Festival Q&A hosted by Erika Berlin, executive director of FILM SOCIETY of NWPA. Guests: John C. Lyons, co-writer/co-director/co-producer of UNEARTH. Dayan D. Oualid, writer/director/producer/actor of DIBBUK. UNEARTH cast members PJ Marshall, Monica Wyche, and Brooke Sorenson. DIBBUK is the short film that played with UNEARTH at the Fantasia. Find out more information about "Unearth" here. Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram ---- "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/

Erie actor, comedian and podcast host J.J. Hodges from "For Comic Junkies" joins Erika, John and Mike for a discussion on motion picture revenue during COVID - specifically Disney's "Mulan" and Christopher Nolan's "Tenet." Follow us on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram ---- "night vibe" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ "Fairuz - Adaysh Kan Fi Nas (Lo-Fi Hip Hop Redux)" available via Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported license. License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/