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PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Mark Anthony Green (OPUS) joins Joe to discuss the making of his debut feature film. From how Mark's former career as a journalist informed the plot of OPUS (now available on VOD)… to the films that inspired him to pursue filmmaking… to the biggest learning curve he experienced transitioning from one medium to another… to the joy of collaborating with actors like John Malkovich, Ayo Edebiri, Murray Bartlett and Parker Posey… to being a leader and collaborator to the point of sweeping his own sets down… to working with legendary musician Nile Rogers on the music… to the film's triumphant premiere at this year's Sundance Film Festival and its subsequent theatrical release… Mark's first time experience is one that every aspiring filmmaker will enjoy hearing about. PLUS Adam returns from Malta to discuss his experience shooting his latest film ASCENT, share some fun anecdotes on the production and explain why the experience made Adam feel so old.
Victor Crowley is up to his old tricks in Adam Green's HATCHET II. In our third segment, Price puts his Master's Degree to use and educates us on the transition from celluloid cameras to digital in mainstream filmmaking!
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green is joined by Robert Sleigh, founder of Robert Sleigh Consulting and a veteran of the Hong Kong art market, to unpack the latest developments in China's art scene. They discuss the mood and market activity at Art Basel Hong Kong, the results of the recent major auctions, and the broader state of the art market in the region. Robert also shares insights on shifting collector behavior, from short-term speculation to a more long-term approach, and how millennial and Gen Z buyers are influencing collecting trends. They also explore how rising art hubs like Seoul and Singapore are challenging Hong Kong's role in the region and what that means for the future.
PUBLIC VERSION. Adam Roberts (Screenland Armour Theater, PANIC FEST) joins Joe to discuss the ins and outs of running a movie theater and programming one of the best genre film festivals in the world. From his transition from H&R Block to programming blockbusters at his very own theater in Kansa City… to how he picks which films to program at his theater and the origins of PANIC FEST… to the business side of running a cinema in 2025… to the art of a quality grilled cheese sandwich (available at the Screenland Armour) and what's in store for this year's Panic Fest, Adam pulls back the theater curtain on one of our culture's most celebrated pastimes… the theatrical experience!
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green is joined by Rosie Allan, Managing Partner at Sophie Macpherson Ltd, the leading recruitment firm for the global art market. Together, they unpack findings from the newly released SML Art Market Talent Report 2025, produced in collaboration with ArtTactic. They discuss how macroeconomic uncertainty is shaping hiring trends, the push for greater pay transparency, and the most valuable skills for advancing in today's art world. Rosie also shares advice for young professionals hoping to land their first role, and what employers are really looking for in candidates.
PUBLIC VERSION. Writer/star Amanda Stern (THE INCOHERENTS, A BROOKLYN LOVE STORY) joins Joe to discuss her career journey and the making of her latest feature PERFECTLY GOOD MOMENT (available now on Tubi). From the way she approaches the mechanics of writing… to what it's like performing in an erotic story when her husband is one of the producers… to how she and director Lauren Greenhall started their collaboration… to a conversation abut the glorious, sometimes graphic work of porn-turned-music video-turned-horror director Gregory Dark… to their mutual favorite films in the erotic thriller genre… to what its like making a film in 10 days in sweltering NYC heat and how her critically acclaimed “erotic thriller with a twist” played to a crowd of older patrons on the festival circuit… Amanda shares her perspective on how to boldly succeed at independent story telling while holding on to your own unique voice.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Adam Green is joined by Josh Spero, Wealth Editor at the Financial Times, to discuss the rapidly evolving art lending market, now estimated to be worth around $40 billion. Despite being a relatively niche segment of the art market, art-backed loans have attracted attention from traditional banks, auction houses, and boutique firms. Josh explains the unexpected rise of margin calls in this sector, exploring what triggers them, how lenders are responding, and what it could mean for the broader art market. They also discuss how rising interest rates are impacting demand for art-backed loans and where the industry may be heading in the coming years.
Filmmakers Dan Berk and Robert Olsen (NOVOCAINE, THE STAKELANDER, VILLAINS, SIGNIFICANT OTHER) join Joe Lynch to discuss their career journey. From being randomly assigned as roommates at NYU… to starting their own production company… to taking on the STAKELAND franchise with their well-received sequel… to creating chemistry between two up-and-coming stars like Bill Skarsgard & Maika Monroe in VILLAINS and making an action star out of an everyman actor like Jack Quaid in their new film NOVOCAINE (in theaters March 13th)… Dan and Robert share the details of their collaborative process.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, Adam Green speaks with Mazdak Sanii, CEO of Avant Arte, one of the most fascinating success stories in the art market's print sector over the past several years. What began as an online art community quickly evolved into a powerhouse platform for publishing limited-edition prints by both emerging and established artists. Mazdak shares the story behind Avant Arte's founding and its evolution, explaining how the company has attracted a remarkable roster of collaborating artists, including Ed Ruscha, George Condo, Anish Kapoor, Ai Weiwei, Elizabeth Peyton, and Mickalene Thomas. He also discusses how Avant Arte has successfully differentiated itself in an increasingly saturated market by enhancing the collector experience and building a strong community around the platform. Adam and Mazdak delve into how collector behavior has shifted over the past few years, from the speculative frenzy of flipping to a more thoughtful and measured approach. They also explore key insights from Avant Arte's newly released Collectors Report, offering a glimpse into the most compelling trends shaping the future of the art world.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green is joined by David Breslin, the Leonard A. Lauder Curator in Charge of the Department of Modern and Contemporary Art at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, to discuss the museum's evolving approach to modern and contemporary art. With The Met recently announcing a major expansion of its modern and contemporary art wing, adding 70,000 square feet of new gallery and public space, David shares insight into what this transformation will look like and how it will reshape the way the museum presents modern and contemporary works. Adam and David also explore The Met's increased focus on acquiring and displaying contemporary artists, the evolving relationship between modern art and the museum's encyclopedic collection, and how curators navigate the influence of collectors and the art market when making acquisitions. Plus, David highlights some of the exciting exhibitions currently on view and upcoming at The Met.
Filmmaker and MOVIE CRYPT favorite Darren Lynn Bousman (SAW 2-4, SPIRAL, ABATTOIR, REPO! THE GENETIC OPERA) returns to share yet another set of incredible stories from his various cinematic adventures over the last few years. As always, Bousman brings his unmatched level of candid honesty about his trials and tribulations and the humble perspective that has made him an absolute legend on this podcast. Starting off with the story of his film THE CELLO and how one of the greatest production experiences of his career suddenly turned south… to the making of his upcoming feature (tentatively titled THE MONSTER) and working with Dijon Hounsou (AMISTAD) and Lauren LaVera (TERRIFIER 2 & 3)… to the MUST HEAR second hour about how the three directors each wrestle with feeling responsible for anything that goes wrong on a production even when it was completely out of their hands… to how they deal with the disappointment of working on a project for years only to have it snuffed out in an instant… to how anxiety and depression have made them think they never wanted to make another film again and just what price “suffering for your art” can actually cost you over the long haul… this is yet another one of those conversations we only wish they would present students with in film school. It may only be March when this episode premieres but it is already a contender for best episode of the year. Don't miss it! To get the FULL version of every new episode support us on www.Patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt for just $1 month!
Adam Green from the Progressive Change Campaign Committee joins Anthony Davis to discuss Democratic leadership, messaging and how to counter the Trump regime's authoritarian policies - only on The Weekend Show. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS: VIIA: Try VIIA! Head to https://Viia.co/weekend and use code: WEEKEND Join this channel for exclusive access and bonus content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkbwLFZhawBqK2b9gW08z3g/join Five Minute News with Anthony Davis is an Evergreen Podcast, covering politics, inequality, health and climate - delivering independent, unbiased and essential news for the US and across the world. Visit us online at http://www.fiveminute.news Follow us on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/fiveminutenews.bsky.social Follow us on Instagram http://instagram.com/fiveminnews Support us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/fiveminutenews You can subscribe to Five Minute News with your preferred podcast app, ask your smart speaker, or enable Five Minute News as your Amazon Alexa Flash Briefing skill. Please subscribe HERE https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkbwLFZhawBqK2b9gW08z3g?sub_confirmation=1 CONTENT DISCLAIMER The views and opinions expressed on this channel are those of the guests and authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Anthony Davis or Five Minute News LLC. Any content provided by our hosts, guests or authors are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual or anyone or anything, in line with the 1st Amendment right to free speech. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's Hump Day! Sam and Emma speak with Adam Green, co-founder of the Progressive Change Campaign Committee (PCCC), to recap Trump's joint address to Congress from last night. Then, they're joined by Saikat Chakrabarti, candidate for Congress in California's 11th district, to give some updates on his campaign. First, Sam and Emma run through updates on Trump's speech to a joint session of Congress, Trump's attempted USAID shutdown, US aid to Ukraine, Blackrock's new move on Panama Canal, Trump's IRS cutdown, the firesale of federal properties, Trump v. judges, and OPM's mismanagement, before expanding on Democrats' varying protest tactics during Trump's speech last night, with a highlight on Rep. Al Green's message to get your hands off Medicaid. Adam Green then joins, jumping right into the complete fear of Democratic leadership to simply act, in any substantive manner, to stop or obstruct the Trump Administration, tackling leadership's seeming inability to understand the threat his regime poses to the future of democratic governance in the US, and unpacking what the productive work of Democratic representatives has looked like. After diving deep into Trump's insane breadth of Social Security lies that he fit into his joint session last night, and the direct contrasts we see between this ongoing fight and those under Bush (in 2005) and Obama (in 2013), Green also explores the strong disciplining force of Elon's legitimate threat to primary any Republican that goes against Trump, something very much reflected in Trump's own treatment of US allies. Next, Adam, Sam, and Emma parse through the ideal strategies moving forward, including emphasizing the GOP's departure from their voters' desires, the complete overstepping – both legally and financially – of Elon Musk, and the incredible devastation Trump's funding freeze and mass firings have had on our federal workers, wrapping up the interview by discussing a theoretical “progressive” version of the Laken Riley Act. Saikat Chakrabarti then walks Sam and Emma through the trajectory of his career in Democratic politics, beginning with Bernie in 2016 and helping to run AOC's campaign amid a push for a growing progressive movement, as he explores the mainstream Democratic Party's ongoing failure over the last decade to offer any transformative vision amid a rocketing cost of living, rampant inequality, and a growing fascist movement. After expanding on the parallels we see with the rise of fascism amid the inequality and crises of the 1930s, Chakrabarti looks to the modern day as he unpacks an ongoing push to expand the fight to unseat status-quo-oriented Democratic Leadership like Nancy Pelosi, and how we can support that effort! And in the Fun Half: Sam and Emma watch Trump and Chief Justice John Roberts shove the subtlety to the side as they celebrate their successful coup, reflect on Dan Bongino and Pete Hegseth's previous musings on the “leftist” investment firm Blackrock now that they're teaming up to take over the Panama Canal, and Josh in San Diego asks how to address the Democratic inclination to punch left. Tim Walz shows Democratic leadership how to set an agenda (and a narrative), Leftist Big Pharma Plus unpacks Trump's changes to the US healthcare apparatus and student debt, and Fox News solves the egg crisis (buy chickens, raise them at home). 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Filmmaker Mary Dauterman (BOOGER) joins Adam and Joe to discuss the making of her debut feature film. From how her short film work prepared her for the longer haul of a feature… to how she “looked across” for her local collaborators… to the hurdles of shooting her feature on location in Brooklyn, NY… to how hard it can be to find the right title for a movie about trauma and furry creatures… to the extremely clever promotion when premiering the film at Fantasia… Mary discusses the in's and outs of this very personal film that just so happens to also have plenty of goopy body horror and be one of the more heartfelt micro-budget horror comedies to come along in a long time.
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In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green is joined by Alex Gartenfeld, Artistic Director of ICA Miami, to discuss the museum's rapid rise as one of the most influential contemporary art institutions in the U.S. Alex shares insights into ICA Miami's ambitious acquisition strategy, its deep engagement with both Miami-based and global collectors, and how the city's evolving cultural landscape has shaped the museum's growth. With Art Basel Miami Beach cementing the city's status as a global art hub, ICA Miami's exhibition openings have become some of the most highly attended events during fair week. Alex reflects on the museum's relationship with the fair and how it drives visibility and programming. We also preview ICA Miami's upcoming Evening in the Garden gala on March 8, including its benefit auction featuring works by Claire Tabouret, Robin F. Williams, Hugh Hayden, Ken Gun Min, Lauren Quin, and more. As a member of the auction committee, Adam shares how listeners can bid on works and get involved with the event.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green is joined by Artnet News Senior Market Reporter Eileen Kinsella to recap Frieze LA 2025. We discuss the fair's overall atmosphere, how the recent wildfires impacted both attendance and the local art community, and the debate over whether the event should have proceeded as planned. We also highlight major fundraising efforts by galleries to support those affected. From a market perspective, we analyze key sales trends, the growing selectivity among buyers, and which artists and galleries saw the strongest demand. Beyond the fair, we dive into the importance of gallery exhibitions across the city, with standout shows like Kelly Akashi at Lisson Gallery, Lisa Yuskavage at David Zwirner, and Kohn Gallery's 40th-anniversary exhibition. Finally, we reflect on the significance of Frieze LA for the city's evolving art landscape and its growing influence within the broader U.S. market.
PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmakers Scott Beck and Bryan Woods (A QUIET PLACE, HAUNT, 65) return to discuss their latest film HERETIC (available now) and their Iowa movie theater (The Last Picture House) with Adam, Joe, and Arwen. Having last appeared on THE MOVIE CRYPT five years ago (Episode 331), Beck and Woods have been lighting up Hollywood and captivating audiences since they last appeared on the podcast! From their process writing and directing together as a duo… to casting movie star Hugh Grant in what is now considered one of the greatest performances of his career… to creating a single location thriller where the terror is conveyed through dialogue as opposed to jump scares or violence… to working with legendary cinematographer Chung-hoon Chung (OLDBOY)… to the overwhelmingly positive response to HERETIC from critics and audiences alike and the response that those with strong religious convictions have had to HERETIC… Beck and Woods are quickly becoming one of the most successful duos in Hollywood. Also, Dr. Arwen and the guys provide “Hollywood Therapy” for a listener dealing with crushing grief and Beck and Woods discuss both the hurdles and the triumphs of opening their very own movie theater in their home town.
We're going back…to the swamp! It's time to put a cap on our hatchet series with VICTOR CROWLEY. Parry Shen makes a return, starring this time alongside an almost completely new cast, a pretty classic Adam Green move if you ask me. Join us for one last bloodbath and keep an eye out for Canada geese, we don't want any bird strike taking this plane down. Find us online: Instagram: @bmoviebeatFacebook: The B Movie BeatdownEmail: thebmoviebeatdown@gmail.com Letterboxd: @Petedown @SlenderJames
In this chilling episode, we take a deep dive into Frozen (2010), Adam Green's brutal survival horror film about three friends stranded on a ski lift in deadly conditions. We discuss the film's gripping tension, the terrifying realism of its premise, and the emotional weight of its characters' struggle for survival. Plus, we explore how Frozen stands out in the survival horror genre and why it still sends shivers down our spines. Buckle up—this one's a frostbitten nightmare you won't forget!Intro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle----Show E-Mail: cultcinemacircle@gmail.com----Follow Jenn on Instagram and BlueskyFollow The Lady Killers: A Feminine Rage Podcast on Instagram and BlueskyFollow Murder Made Fiction on Instagram or BlueskyFollow The Loser's Club on Instagram or BlueskyFollow The Girls on The Boys on Instagram----Follow Cult Cinema Circle on Instagram, Bluesky, and Letterboxd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
PUBLIC VERSION. Acclaimed filmmaker Alex Ross Perry (LISTEN UP PHILLIP, HER SMELL, CHRISTOPHER ROBIN) joins Adam and Joe to discuss his new video essay “Videoheaven” and his massive concert film GHOST: RITE HERE RITE NOW. From reminiscing about video stores… to a mutual appreciation for TROMA and school lunches… to the process behind creating three distinctive, non-linear projects… to spending well over a decade on his most personal passion project about the rise and fall of video stores… to intimately working with the enormously popular pop-metal band GHOST… to his new documentary/concert film PAVEMENTS (in theaters later this year)… this Altman-esque conversation (filled with classic MOVIE CRYPT diatribes and asides) shows just how much Alex is an ever evolving artist that is satisfying his many interests in an industry that typically just wants to box you up like a VHS clamshell.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green is joined by Nicole Sales Giles, Vice President and Director of Digital Art at Christie's, to explore the rapidly evolving but still niche sector of the art world, AI-generated art. As Christie's prepares to launch Augmented Intelligence, its first dedicated AI art auction (running from February 20-March 5), we take a deep dive into how artificial intelligence is reshaping the art market. We discuss the fundamentals of AI-generated art, its evolution since Christie's historic 2018 sale of an AI portrait, and the significance of this auction in positioning AI art within the fine art landscape. Nicole shares insights into collector interest, the mix of digital and physical works in the sale, and how AI art is being received by traditional collectors vs. NFT buyers. The conversation also addresses some of the pressing ethical debates surrounding AI-generated art, including a recent open letter raising concerns about the use of copyrighted material in AI models. Plus, Nicole highlights some of the most exciting artists in the sale and where she sees AI art heading in the coming years.
PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Zach Clark (THE BECOMERS, LITTLE SISTER, WHITE REINDEER) joins Adam and Joe to discuss his career journey and the making of his new Sci-Fi feature. From cutting his teeth in editing and how that impacted his directing craft… to his love and admiration for Russ Meyers and John Waters films… to his drive to go more “hard” genre and the classic films that inspired his alien invasion/body swap/love story/goo covered THE BECOMERS… to how COVID casually worked its way into the writing and shooting of the film… to comfort foods and how he deals with notes from peers… to a hint at his new project (a “castle horror” type film)… Zach is a truly inspiring voice on the indie scene.
As Frieze LA and Felix Art Fair approach, the Los Angeles art scene is at a pivotal moment. The recent fires have impacted galleries, artists, and collectors, raising questions about how the community is recovering and whether visitors will return for the city's biggest art week. In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green sits down with Mills Moran, co-founder of Felix Art Fair, to discuss how the LA art world is bouncing back, the decision to move forward with Felix despite the challenges, and why it's more important than ever for people to show up and support the city's galleries and artists. Mills also shares insights into how Felix has evolved since its inception in 2019, the growing appeal of alternative fair models, and what's in store for this year's edition at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel.
PUBLIC VERSION. Writer and show runner Matthew Scott Kane (HYSTERIA!) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen in the ArieScope Studio to discuss his career journey. From seeing JURASSIC PARK at a Michigan drive-in and falling in love with filmmaking at age 3… to making his first short film with friends and winning the first film festival he entered (only to find out afterwords that there was only one other submission!)… to the famous critic that recommended he try his hand at writing for television… to making the move to Los Angeles and the many assistant jobs he worked at as he honed his craft… to selling his pilot for HYSTERIA! to a major outlet only to have them back out of making it when the pandemic hit… to being down to his last cent with no agent and no hope in sight before getting a surprising phone call that changed everything for him… to his anxiety filled ZOOM pitch with over 80 people on the call… to the process of staffing up his writers' room on his first series… to the writer's strike hitting right as HYSTERIA! was finishing up shooting its first episode and having no choice but to stay on the sidelines until the strike had played out… Matthew's success has certainly not come easily and his story is all the more inspiring because of it! Also, Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for a listener who is trying to move on in her career and facing the dreaded “but you don't have enough experience yet” road block while Matthew gives Adam the WHITE LION music cue that he had been waiting his whole life to see in a film or television show.
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green speaks with Ashkan Baghestani, SVP and Head of Contemporary Day Sale at Sotheby's, about the auction house's inaugural sale in Saudi Arabia, Origins, taking place on February 8. Ashkan discusses the factors behind Sotheby's expansion into this growing market, how Saudi Arabia's cultural scene compares to other Middle Eastern hubs, and the strategy behind curating a sale that blends fine art, sports memorabilia, watches, jewelry, and handbags. He also shares insights into how Sotheby's is engaging both seasoned and emerging collectors in the region and what trends are shaping the Saudi art market. Finally, Ashkan provides a broader look at Sotheby's long-term vision for the Middle East and whether the recent investment from Abu Dhabi's sovereign wealth fund, ADQ, plays a role in shaping the auction house's future in the region.
Bundle up cause it's getting chilly on episode 146 of The Horror Stans Podcast! We have some winter scares with 2010's stuck on a ski lift thriller Frozen! Listen as we talk about Adam Green's simple yet maybe successful thriller, we rank the characters based on likability (are they?), if we have better ideas of survival in this situation, Steve's disdain of a certain character, the Disney Frozen films, Jason Voorhee cameos and is there a porn parody of this?! We hope you enjoy! Please give us a follow and 5 star rating! Instagram and Twitter: @horrorstans TikTok: @horrorstanspodcast Steve: @screamsteve/@stesta621 Matt: @mcavo92
PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Drew Hancock (COMPANION, MY DEAD EX, MR. PICKLES) joins Adam and Joe in the ArieScope Studio to discuss his career journey. From growing up in Nebraska where a career in Hollywood seemed impossible… to going to school for advertising and realizing he was on the wrong path… to the editing class that convinced him to switch majors and go after becoming a filmmaker… to making the move to Los Angeles and finding both his voice and his crowd through the early CHANNEL 101 days… to writing and directing for various television variety shows, award shows, and TV series like BLUE MOUNTAIN STATE, FRED: THE SHOW, JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE, SUBURGATORY, MR. PICKLES, and MY DEAD EX… to writing COMPANION as a spec and getting into the hands of producer and previous MOVIE CRYPT guest J.D. Lifshitz's BoulderLight Pictures… to the director who was originally attached deciding that Drew should direct COMPANION himself… to the process of bringing his terrific thriller to life and the nervousness of being on the verge of its wide release (on IMAX screens across the US this coming weekend!)… Drew is yet another artist who's hit the point of thinking his Hollywood journey may be over only to keep pushing forward and making the dream come true. COMPANION opens in theaters this weekend!
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In this episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green speaks with Kelly Baum, the John and Mary Pappajohn Director of the Des Moines Art Center. Formerly a curator of contemporary art at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Kelly made a bold move from New York to Iowa to take on the leadership of one of the country's most dynamic regional museums. We discuss what motivated her decision to leave the Met, the unique history and vision of the Des Moines Art Center, and how the institution has built an exceptional collection by embracing risk-taking and innovation. Kelly shares insights into the transition from curator to director, the opportunities and challenges of leading a museum outside a major art hub, and the ways she's working to maintain a strong local presence while ensuring the museum remains visible on the national stage. She also offers a preview of exciting upcoming exhibitions and reflects on what has surprised her most about Iowa's art community.
PUBLIC VERSION. Host and co-creator of the FAKING MICHAEL podcast series Damien Shields joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his 14 year journey investigating “the inside story of music's greatest fraud.” From an aunt mistakenly recording a Michael Jackson concert over a football game that he wanted to watch as a kid… to the moment in 2010 that he (and many other fans) first realized that three of the songs on MJ's first posthumous record “Michael” did not actually feature Michael Jackson singing on them… to his search for answers approaching various producers, collaborators, Jackson family members and powerful estate executives looking for the truth… to the decision to turn his investigation into a podcast series… to the crowd funding attempt that introduced him to a very special backer willing to contribute a major piece of forensic evidence to the project… to the interview that changed the course of the episodes he had already produced… to all that went into the technical side of producing such an impressively written, recorded and sound designed presentation… Damien explains how he went from a fan in Australia with no connections to the music industry and no formal journalism training to helping expose one of the biggest art frauds in music history through sheer determination and perseverance. All thirteen episodes of the FAKING MICHAEL podcast are currently available wherever you listen to podcasts. A must hear!
The Horror Vision Presents Slasher Party! Adam Green's Hatchet and Hatchet 2, discussed, loved and critiqued with special guest, Author Extraordinaire Ivy Tholen!
This week on the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green speaks with New York Times Culture Reporter Robin Pogrebin about the devastating impact of the recent fires in Los Angeles on the city's art community. They discuss how artists, collectors, and institutions have been affected, as well as the art world's inspiring efforts to provide support. The conversation also explores how Frieze LA has transformed the city's art scene, creating a vibrant cultural ecosystem that extends beyond the fair itself to include museums, galleries, and studio visits. Robin shares insights on the challenges and opportunities facing LA's gallery scene, common misconceptions about the local art market, and what makes it distinct from other art hubs like New York. With Frieze Week approaching, they discuss the potential for the fairs to bring the art world together in solidarity, supporting the recovery of LA's art community.
PUBLIC VERSION. Writer/director Gil Kenan (MONSTER HOUSE, GHOSTBUSTERS: FROZEN EMPIRE, SATURDAY NIGHT) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to share his incredible career journey. From how the devastating 1994 Northridge earthquake changed his path from the theater to the cinema… to working with both Zemeckis AND Spielberg on creating the animated classic MONSTER HOUSE… to his fateful meeting with fellow filmmaker Jason Reitman and the incredible creative partnership that followed… to the importance of accessing truth even when working with established IPs like SNL and GHOSTBUSTERS… to surviving the “beautiful disaster” that was CITY OF EMBER and the sad truth about how IMPRACTICAL JOKERS and VICTOR CROWLEY star Brian Quinn ALMOST made it into GHOST BUSTERS: FROZEN EMPIRE… Gil's story is legendary! Seriously, what other filmmaker got to direct the latest adventure by the Ghostbusters AND write the definitive film on the making of Saturday Night Live all in one year?!
PUBLIC VERSON. Filmmaker Justin Harding (CARVED, MAKING MONSTERS) joins Joe in the ArieScope Studio to discuss his career journey. From honing his craft making short films and episodic television in Toronto for years… to traveling the world via the festival circuit… to why filmmaking for him is a family affair… to the challenges of working with VR technology… to how storyboarding can save the day on set… to working as a 2nd Unit Director on films for previous MOVIE CRYPT guests Eli Roth and Corin Hardy… to turning his award winning short film into his feature CARVED (now available on Hulu)…and how me made his mother's dream posthumously come true, Justin's story is full of inspiration! Also, Adam brings home two new fury family members with “Houdini” and “Raskin!”
In this week's episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, host Adam Green is joined by Tim Schneider, founder of The Gray Market, to explore his much-anticipated annual art market predictions. Known for his sharp insights and bold forecasts, Tim shares highlights from his newly published 2025 predictions, diving into topics that are shaping the art world. Together, they discuss the potential sale of Frieze to Ari Emanuel, the possibility of Beeple's Everydays: The First 5000 Days returning to the market, and the growing presence of high-end gallery pop-ups in Saudi Arabia. Tim also addresses the unsettling rise of deepfake technology and its implications for the art market. In addition, Tim reveals a brand-new prediction exclusively for this episode and reflects on his recent transition of The Gray Market to Substack.
PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmakers John Thomas Kelley and Francesco Loschiavo (TALES FROM THE VOID) join Adam and Joe to discuss the making of their anthology TV series - now available on Screambox and featuring a pilot episode directed by our own Joe Lynch! From their shared love of short stories and anthology TV series leading to their collaboration on TALES FROM THE VOID… to how they mined fantastic untouched short stories from the NO SLEEP community and put the time in to tracking down the various authors all over the world to option each unique tale they were interested in… to the development process of writing and crafting each short story into a compelling episode of television… to the long process that the series endured getting off the ground and all of the setbacks the project suffered on its way from concept through production… to the lessons they learned while creating, writing, show running, and directing their first season of a television series… to bringing Joe Lynch into the fold as the director of the pilot episode… to the reactions from the series' extensive festival tour and a heartfelt and candid conversation about how filmmakers deal with on-line criticism after spending so many years and so much effort creating something that's just meant to entertain people… John and Francesco's sheer determination to bring TALES FROM THE VOID out of “the void” and on to our screens is certainly something to behold, applaud and draw inspiration from.
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PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Pascal Plante (RED ROOMS, NADIA BUTTERFLY) joins Adam and Joe to discuss his career journey and the making of his new crime/horror/mystery film. From seeing Michael Haneke's CACHE as a teenager and the other films that inspired him to become a filmmaker… to working in countless positions on dozens of short films on his way up before helming his first feature NADIA BUTTERFLY (2020)… to finding inspiration for RED ROOMS from people who obsessively follow true crime and even go so far as attending various trials… to writing the film while isolated during the pandemic… to his bold choice to only let the audience hear the gruesome crimes and witness various characters' reactions to the violence rather than actually show it on screen… to the breathtaking and highly motivated long takes that relied on camera movement and performance to tell the story in certain scenes more so than the actual editing… to creating two characters that are obsessed with a criminal trial yet writing both of them without bias or judgement… to his low tolerance for sadism in films or showing gore for the sake of gore alone… Pascal's RED ROOMS (available now on digital and Blu-ray) is one of the best crime/thrillers of the last year!
In this final episode of the year, host Adam Green reflects on 2024 and looks ahead to the future of the art market. Joined by Daniel Cassady, Art Business Reporter at Artnews, they dive into the key moments, trends, and controversies that shaped the art world over the past year. They discuss the overall health of the art market in 2024, exploring the impact of macroeconomic and geopolitical forces, as well as the rise of hotel fairs as a cost-effective and creative alternative for galleries. The conversation also highlights emerging art fairs and regions gaining prominence in an increasingly global art world, memorable auction moments, and the controversies that defined the year. Additionally, Adam and Daniel examine how blockchain technology might influence provenance and authenticity in the future and reflect on the cultural buzz surrounding Frieze London and the much-anticipated Art Basel Paris. As a bonus, they share bold predictions for 2025.
PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker F. Javier Gutierrez (THE WAIT, BEFORE THE FALL, RINGS) joins Adam and Joe to discuss his career journey. From the De Palma film that set him on his filmmaking path as a child… to attending the Sitges film festival first as a fan and then as a bonafide filmmaker with a short in the festival lineup… to working with Antonio Banderas as a producer on his debut feature BEFORE THE FALL… to dealing with studio pressures making RINGS (his 2017 entry in THE RING franchise)… to working with late producer Ed Pressman on a reboot of THE CROW that never came to fruition and ultimately returning to his home country to make his latest feature THE WAIT which absolutely destroyed at festivals worldwide in 2024… Gutierrez has done it all and lived to tell the tales!
In this episode of the ArtTactic Podcast, our host Adam Green is joined by Kabir Jhala, Art Market Editor at The Art Newspaper, to recap this year's edition of Art Basel Miami Beach. We explore how Trump's re-election is shaping gallery expectations and the art market's trajectory, including differing reactions from collectors and dealers at the fair. Kabir also shares insights on the potential impact of tariffs on the U.S. art market, drawing comparisons to the rising costs and challenges faced by the UK art market post-Brexit. We discuss the overall mood heading into the fair and how things ultimately played out, from standout artworks to the broader trends and themes that defined this year's presentations. With the fair taking place in December at the end of a packed art calendar, we consider whether collector fatigue or earlier buying opportunities might affect attendance and sales. Finally, we reflect on Miami's role as the final major test for the art market this year and what insiders are anticipating as we look ahead to 2025.
PUBLIC VERSION. Writer and producer Steve “Uncle Creepy” Barton (“A Comedy of Tragedies,” TERRIFIER 2) returns to discuss his new autobiography (now available wherever books are sold) with Adam, Joe, and Arwen. Having originally appeared on THE MOVIE CRYPT way back in 2016 (episode 155 - available in our Classic Crypt tier of Patreon), Steve returns 8 years later now having been part of the team behind the hit film TERRIFIER 2 and having written his hilarious, heartbreaking, and inspiring autobiography “A Comedy of Tragedies.” From the low point he found himself in that lead to him starting to write down his most painful memories… to the healing journey that his reflections lead him on and how he found a way to laugh at even the worst of times… to his exit from the TERRIFIER series and how he rebounded from such a personally devastating disappointment… to how he learned that making memories is the most important aspect of his life… to an introspective conversation about why most people are good and the world is not as divided as we may often be lead to believe it is… to the interesting reason why he chose not to be the narrator of the audio book version of his own autobiography… this extremely candid conversation between 3 long time friends (over 20 years now!) will surely lift your spirits, encourage you to keep moving forward, and remind you that things can always get better. “A Comedy of Tragedies” is available wherever books are sold but autographed copies are available through Encylopocalypse Publications here.
Actor Matthew Lillard (SCREAM, SCOOBY-DOO, THIR13EN GHOSTS, SLC PUNK!, SERIAL MOM, HACKERS, FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY'S, WITHOUT A PADDLE, SHE'S ALL THAT, THE DESCENDANTS, and so much more!) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen in the ArieScope Studio for THE MOVIE CRYPT's milestone 600th episode. From the acting class in 7th grade that sparked Matthew's love of performing… to how he didn't let a learning disability or failing out of college curb his ambition or his belief in himself… to starting a theater company with friends and creating a community that would provide them with opportunities to perform… to quitting his day job the very night that he booked his first big film role (John Waters' SERIAL MOM)… to how he avoided the typical Hollywood pitfalls and personal hardships that so many young actors unfortunately find themselves falling into…to why he sees the goal of his craft as serving each story's director rather than serving himself as an actor… to auditioning for Wes Craven's SCREAM and how he looks back on his performance as “Stu” now… to why he thinks SCREAM's lasting longevity has so much to do with the film's decision to fully embrace the time period it was made in… to his experience in the director's chair for 2012's FAT KID RULES THE WORLD and the long process he went through to produce the film… to one of the best stories you'll ever hear about the making of SCOOBY-DOO and why “friends don't quit”… to the creation of his FIND FAMILIAR SPIRITS company which provides fandoms with genre themed direct-to-customer whisky (“Quest's End” and “Sandkheg's Hide” for Dungeons & Dragons fans) and tequila (“Macabre Spirits” for horror fans)… to the true value of fame, why hugs are so important, and why getting the opportunity to meet fans at conventions is an experience he can't imagine living without… Matthew is the perfect guest for this milestone episode. His message of not waiting for anyone else to give you permission to do what you love the most is right on brand with THE MOVIE CRYPT podcast's central theme of never giving up! Try Matthew's “Macabre Spirits” at www.MacabreSpirits.com! Start getting the full version of every MOVIE CRYPT episode every Monday by joining our beloved community and supporting us at www.Patreon.com/theMovieCrypt today!
The Territorial Cup. A Big 12 title shot. A potential Playoff spot. A lot is riding on this year's Duel in the Desert. After a look at the news, we talk with ASU offensive lineman Ben Coleman (13:07) before diving into the wacky win over BYU. We check in with star ASU safety Xavion Alford (45:40) before going behind Wildcat lines with Arizona insider Adam Green of Wildcat Radio 2.0 (52:47) ahead of our game preview and predictions. Then it's the main event: A great conversation with the legendary Jordan Simone (1:56:16).
PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker and actress Katt Shea (POISON IVY, THE RAGE: CARRIE 2, STRIPPED TO KILL, PSYCHO III, NANCY DREW AND THE HIDDEN STAIRCASE) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss her career journey. From putting on shows in her backyard at age twelve and realizing she could enlist other neighborhood kids and charge their parents to come watch… to becoming a working actress on films like BARBARIAN QUEEN, HOLLYWOOD HOT TUBS, THE DEVASTATOR… to learning all that she could about the filmmaking process while acting for the great Brian DePalma on SCARFACE and the legendary Anthony Perkins on PSYCHO III… to the crazy hurdles she jumped through in order to convince Roger Corman to green-light her directorial debut STRIPPED TO KILL… to how the production wound up having a bigger budget than other Concorde Pictures' films and how the overall Corman experience prepared her to solve any hurdle a shoot throws at her… to the absolutely incredible story of the dog (“Bear”) that was rescued in real life in order to play “Ruby” the rescue dog star of her 2022 film RESCUED BY RUBY… to the challenges of working on a film with a Director of Photography that only wanted to do things their own way… to accepting the job to direct THE RAGE: CARRIE 2 on merely four days notice while knowing all along that she'd have a target on her back for daring to direct a sequel to CARRIE… to what “Carrie” herself (Academy Award winner Sissy Spacek) said about the sequel once she saw it… to how time can change movies that were originally panned (like SCARFACE) and see them go on to become beloved films and part of pop culture… to the way life wound up imitating art with her 1992 film POISON IVY… to what it was like being one of the only women at the early Masters of Horror get togethers… to why she loves teaching acting so much and how age and experience can really strengthen an artist's spine… Katt's fearless 40+ year career is certainly one to be celebrated.
PUBLIC VERSION. Actress/model turned director/producer Brande Roderick (TV's BAYWATCH, STARSKY & HUTCH, HOOD OF HORROR, THE NANNY DIARIES, TV's THE SURREAL LIFE, PLAYBOY's 2001 “Playmate of the Year”) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss her career journey and the making of her debut feature film WINEVILLE - available now! From growing up in a horror loving family and the films she saw as a child that shaped her appreciation for the genre… to how the pandemic, her desire to keep working, and the availability of an amazing location served as the genesis for getting into the director's chair for WINEVILLE… to producing the film herself and having to juggle all aspects of the production while simultaneously acting and directing in it… to how she made the choice to set the film in the 70's and the challenges of pulling off a period piece with limited resources… to casting her actual son Keaton to play the role of her son in the film and working with previous MOVIE CRYPT guest Texas Battle (WRONG TURN 2)… to managing everything from children to stunts to make-up/gore FX on an ambitious 12 day shoot… to why it was so crucial to cast seasoned actors she could count on when up against such a fast shooting schedule… to the various obstacles she was hit with once filming began… to how she approached handling the film's delicate and dark themes like sexual abuse… to how her experiences working as an actress on various TV and feature film sets informed her approach behind the camera and the helpful lessons she learned along the way… to being part of the very first groundbreaking season of THE SURREAL LIFE and the start of what would become the “Celeb-Reality” genre of television… to how she prepared to compete on THE CELEBRITY APPRENTICE and stories from living in the Playboy Mansion… Brande's long career has continued to expand thanks to her fearless approach to new challenges, her refusal to be stereotyped, and her willingness to step out of her comfort zone. Stream WINEVILLE wherever you rent or purchase movies digitally or get your very own autographed copy at www.WinevilleMovie.com!
PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Jack Sholder (A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET 2, THE HIDDEN, ARACHNID, WISHMASTER 2) joins Adam and Joe to discuss his career journey. From his beginnings in entertainment as a trumpet player… to his obsession with cinema leading to his eventual career path working as an editor on such classics as THE BURNING (1981)… to becoming a feature director wrangling the “interesting” character that is Jack Palance in the cult-classic ALONE IN THE DARK (1982)… to his stories from the making of 1985's A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET 2: FREDDY'S REVENGE (the “tongue” story is a particular gem)… to his particular choice of lens sizes when crafting one of the best car chases from the 80's in THE HIDDEN (1987)… to what it was like directing the late James Earl Jones in his acclaimed HBO movie BY DAWN'S EARLY LIGHT (1990)… there's a good reason why Jack was one of the most consistent working directors in the fledgling New Line Cinema roster!