Podcast appearances and mentions of Brian Helgeland

¡Bienvenidos a un nuevo episodio cargado de nostalgia y adrenalina medieval! En esta ocasión, desempolvamos nuestras armaduras y afinamos las lanzas para dedicar nuestro programa a "Destino de Caballero" (A Knight's Tale), esa joya de culto que rompió todas las reglas del cine de época. Acompañando a Pepe Soto y Salva Vargas, nos sumergimos en una aventura donde la banda sonora de Queen se mezcla con el polvo de los torneos, y donde un simple escudero demuestra que el destino, a veces, hay que escribirlo uno mismo. ¿Qué encontrarás en este episodio? En este programa no dejamos títere con cabeza. Hemos preparado un análisis exhaustivo para que no pierdas detalle: Producción y rodaje: Cómo se gestó esta arriesgada apuesta de Brian Helgeland y el reto de fusionar el anacronismo con la fidelidad histórica (o la falta de ella). Curiosidades y secretos: ¿Sabías lo que ocurrió realmente durante el rodaje de las escenas de justas? Te contamos detalles que probablemente desconocías sobre el casting y la preparación de los actores. Repaso intenso a la trama: Analizamos la trayectoria de William Thatcher, desde su humilde origen hasta la gloria en los torneos, sin dejarnos ni un solo guiño por el camino. Debate, opiniones y valoraciones: ¿Sigue funcionando hoy en día? ¿Es el papel definitivo de Heath Ledger? Pepe y Salva analizan los puntos fuertes y débiles de esta película que marcó a toda una generación. Si buscas un análisis profundo, divertido y lleno de pasión por el cine de los 2000, este es tu programa. ¡Prepara tu caballo, ajusta tu yelmo y acompáñanos en este viaje! Este programa cuenta con la producción ejecutiva de nuestr@s mecenas, l@s grandes, l@s únicos Kamy, Lobo Columbus, Enfermera en Mordor, Javier Ramírez, La Casa del Acantilado, Shinyoru, Lestat, Kal-el__80, Cohaggen, Elena Gómez, José Ángel Sanz, Rudy Ayose, Ian Pérez, Ed Salas, Mario López, Sergio, Cristina AR, Bichodiablo, Javi, Iñaki Pinto, Alejandro Martínez Ribes, AgVe, David Torrent Durán, Vicente Más. ¿Quieres ayudarnos a seguir mejorando y creciendo? Pues tienes varias opciones para ello. Dándole Me gusta o Like a este programa. Por supuesto estando suscrito para no perderte ninguno de los próximos episodios, y ya para rematar la faena, compartiendo el podcast con tus amigos en redes sociales y hablando a todo el que te cruce en la calle de nosotros…. Y todo esto encima, GRATIS!!! Y si ya nos quieres mucho, mucho, mucho y te sobra la pasta…. Puedes hacerlo económicamente de varias formas: Apoyo en iVoox: En el botón APOYAR de nuestro canal de iVoox y desde 1,99€ al mes: https://acortar.link/emR6gd Invitándonos a una birra en Ko-Fi: por solo 2€ nos puedes apoyar en: https://ko-fi.com/criterioceropodcast Patreon: por sólo 3€ al mes en: https://patreon.com/CriterioCeroPodcast PayPal: mediante una donación a criterioceropodcast@gmail.com También nos podéis ayudar económicamente de forma indirecta si tenéis pensado suscribiros a las modalidades Premium o Plus de iVoox al hacerlo desde estos enlaces: Premium Anual: https://acortar.link/qhUhCz Premium Mensual: https://acortar.link/gbQ4mp iVoox Plus Mensual: https://acortar.link/y7SDmV Con cada rupia que nos llegue sufragamos los costes del programa al mes, invertiremos en mejorar los equipos y por supuesto, nos daremos algún que otro capricho . Las recompensas por apoyarnos se explican en nuestro blog: https://criterioceropodcast.blogspot.com/2023/08/quieres-ayudar-criterio-cero-mejorar.html También puedes hacerte con algo de merchandising de Criterio Cero. Camisetas, Sudaderas, tazas o mochilas en el siguiente enlace: https://www.latostadora.com/shop/criteriocero/?shop_trk Y Criterio Cero no acaba ya en el audio, ahora también nos tenéis en vídeo: En Twitch hacemos directos de Criterio En Serie: https://www.twitch.tv/criteriocero En YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@criteriocero Y también puedes seguirnos en nuestras diferentes redes sociales: En Telegram en nuestro grupo: https://t.me/criteriocerogrupo En Facebook en nuestro grupo: https://www.facebook.com/groups/630098904718786 Y en la página: https://www.facebook.com/criterioceropodcast ✖️ En X (el difunto Twitter) como @criteriocero En Instagram como criterioceropodcast En TikTok como criteriocero ✉️ Para ponerte en contacto con nosotros al correo criterioceropodcast@gmail.com De paso aprovechamos para recomendaros podcasts que no debéis perderos: Hudson´s Podcast, Puede ser una charla más, Luces en el horizonte, La Catedral Atroz, La guarida del Sith, Crónicas de Nantucket, Más que cine de los 80, Fílmico, Tiempos de Videoclub, Sector Gaming , El Dátil de ET, La Casa del Acantilado, Kiosko Chispas, Just Live it, Filmotecast, La Tetera, Fuera de continuidad, Campamento Krypton, La órbita de Endor, Archivo007, El bastón de Chaplin, Cinco Duros: La historia del videojuego español

“You have been weighed. You have been measured. And you have been found wanting.” Join Ian & Liam for our 331st episode as we joust for glory, dance to Queen in medieval Europe, and revisit Brian Helgeland's wildly anachronistic crowd-pleaser A Knight's Tale (2001). Megs isn't with us this week — she's apparently been appointed to the royal court after successfully inventing modern fashion 600 years early. Kev? Last seen trying to enter a jousting tournament under a fake noble title before being immediately exposed by Paul Bettany. This week we discuss: Heath Ledger's breakout leading-man performance — charming, earnest, rebellious. Was this the moment Hollywood realised he could do absolutely anything? The film's glorious tonal chaos — medieval sports movie, romantic comedy, rock concert, underdog drama. Why does this bizarre cocktail somehow work? Paul Bettany's Chaucer — flamboyant, scene-stealing, and possibly the film's secret MVP. Liam breaks down the film's anachronisms — Queen, Bowie, Nike-energy editing. Does the film transcend historical accuracy through sheer confidence? Ian explores the underdog narrative — class, identity, and whether William's rise actually challenges the social order or merely slips inside it. The romance between William and Jocelyn — genuine chemistry or the weakest part of the film? The sports-movie structure — training montages, rivalries, and comeback arcs dressed in chainmail. The “show vs tell” balance — does the film earn its emotional moments through character work, or simply overwhelm you with charisma and music? Rufus Sewell's Count Adhemar — classic villainy, simmering resentment, and one of the great sneering performances of the era. What's with the romantic plot's detour in Act II - where did that come from? The ending — triumphant, ridiculous, emotionally earned… or all three simultaneously? And finally, whether A Knight's Tale is the Best Film Ever — or simply one of the most aggressively lovable films of the 2000s. Become a Patron of this podcast and support the BFE at https://www.patreon.com/BFE Juleen from It Goes Down In The PM Hermes Auslander James DeGuzman Synthia Shai Bergerfroind Ariannah Who Loves BFE The Most Paul Komoroski Duane Smith (Duane Smith!) Andy Dickson Aashrey Chris Pedersen Randal Silva Nate The Great Rev Bruce Richard Ryan Kuketz Dirk Diggler Stew from the Stew World Order podcast NorfolkDomus John Humphrey's Right Foot Timmy Tim Tim Youth Hosteling with Chris Eubank

Dana and Tom discuss A Knight's Tale (2001) for its 25th anniversary: written and directed by Brian Helgeland, cinematography by Richard Greatrex, editing by Kevin Stitt, music by Carter Burwell, starring Heath Ledger, Shannyn Sossamon, Paul Bettany, Mark Addy, Rufus Sewell, and Alan Tudyk.Plot Summary: A Knight's Tale follows a poor squire who risks everything to change his fate. After his master dies, William Thatcher (Heath Ledger) pretends to be a noble knight and enters high-stakes jousting tournaments. With help from his loyal friends, he trains, competes, and rises in status, even catching the attention of a noblewoman, Jocelyn (Shannon Sossamon). But his secret threatens to ruin everything as rivals grow suspicious.Chapters:00:00 Introduction, Cast, and Background to A Knight's Tale02:59 Dana's First Time, Tom's 28th06:47 Heath Ledger14:04 Plot Summary for A Knight's Tale17:08 Did You Know?19:40 First Break20:20 Best Performance(s)26:50 Best Scene(s)29:20 Second Break29:58 In Memoriam37:15 Best/Funniest Lines40:44 The Stanley Rubric - Legacy43:55 The Stanley Rubric - Impact/Significance46:02 The Stanley Rubric - Novelty48:34 The Stanley Rubric - Classicness49:32 The Stanley Rubric - Rewatchability50:53 The Stanley Rubric - Audience Score and Final Total52:21 Remaining Questions for A Knight's Tale59:31 Remaining Thoughts and Dana's Announcement01:05:09 CreditsYou can also find this episode in full video on YouTube.You can now follow us on Instagram, Twitter, Bluesky, Threads, YouTube, or TikTok (@gmoatpodcast).For more on the episode, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/a-knight-s-tale-2001For the entire rankings list so far, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/greatest-movie-of-all-time-listKeywords:A Knight's Tale, Heath Ledger, medieval sports film, film analysis, movie legacy, film music, film trivia, 2001 movies, film critique, cult classics, sports moviesRonny Duncan Studios

The Nerdpocalypse breaks down another Planet of the Apes reboot! Matt Shakman (Fantastic Four: First Steps, WandaVision) is directing with Josh Friedman writing—but this WON'T continue Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes. Instead, it's a fresh original story, abandoning the planned Kingdom trilogy despite its $397 million box office and positive reviews. We discuss why 20th Century Studios keeps rebooting this $1.7 billion franchise instead of continuing successful storylines.The Bear announces its final season premiere date AND drops a surprise secret episode featuring Jon Bernthal and Ebon Moss-Bachrach. We break down the emotional farewell to one of TV's best shows. Matthew Lillard joins the Superman sequel Man of Tomorrow in James Gunn's DCU. Django meets Zorro! Sony is developing a film based on Quentin Tarantino's comic series, with Brian Helgeland writing. We also react to trailers for Evil Dead Burn and Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey, plus our thoughts on Project Hail Mary and the Daredevil Born Again Season 2 finale.All your franchise news, reboot discussions, finale reactions, casting announcements, and trailer breakdowns in one episode!The Nerdpocalypse is a weekly podcast covering the latest movie news, TV show news, trailer reactions, and pop culture commentary. We break down Marvel MCU updates, DC Universe news, Star Wars, superhero movies, sci-fi, horror, streaming wars, box office results, casting announcements, and everything happening in Hollywood and the entertainment industry. Hosted by Jay, Micah, and Terrence. A TNP Studios production since 2011. New episodes weekly on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major platforms. Premium content at TheNerdpocalypse.com/premium. For more TNP Studios content, check out Black on Black Cinema (Black film reviews), Dense Pixels (video game news), and Look Forward (progressive politics).

That title, and photo, would’ve been a great reference . . . if we had the recording it came from. Unfortunately, the file disappeared. First time that’s ever happened to us. So, for the second time ever, another Bud Solo recap geek pod shortyboi. *sigh* Technology . . . Bud’s Weekly Geek-out 05:23 – Flock Around Coming Soon 07:01 – Clayface (DC movie, October 23) 07:43 – Spider-Noir (villains BTS, Prime Video series, May 27) (after premiering on something called ”MGM+” on May 25) 08:14 – Masters of the Universe (in theatres June 3) 08:32 – House of the Dragon Season 3 (HBO series, S3, June 21) 08:49 – Star Trek: Strange New Worlds (Paramount+ series S4 teaser, July 23, article) (Zoner Ewan) 09:35 – jackass: best and last (in theatres June 26) 10:22 – Power Ballad (Paul Rudd, Nick Jonas, May 29 select, June 5 everywhere) 11:18 – Ted Lasso (Apple TV series, S4, August 5) 11:27 – Hungry (Hungry Hippos?) (in theatres June 23, eyebleach, if you need it) (Zoner Ewan) 12:11 – Caine (John Wick spinoff) now in production (Zoner Ewan) 12:48 – Surprise! Rings of Power S3 is arriving earlier than expected 13:01 – Sony taps Brian Helgeland to script ‘Django/Zorro’ film from Quentin Tarantino/Matt Wagner comic NOT Coming Soon 13:37 – Gen V cancelled 14:42 – Laura Dern takes over for Helena Bonham Carter in White Lotus S4 Geek News Proper 14:46 – Paramount takeover of Warner Bros. gets green light from shareholders, but they reject David Zaslav’s pay package 15:32 – First impressions of the Mortal Kombat II movie are in 15:46 – Shigeru Miyamoto ”baffled” by negative Super Mario Galaxy Movie reviews 17:04 – Stephen Colbert teams up with Jon Stewart to auction off Late Show memorabilia 17:30 – Binge iPhone app will warn you about horror movie jump scares 18:49 – Cinema in England adapts screenings for people with dementia (Zoner Ewan) Reviews and Recommendayshes 20:51 – The Long Walk (Pol) 21:50 – This is a Gardening Show (all of us) Join The Geek-out Podcast’s Facebook page (where we’ll release new episodes, and where you can talk with us) and Facebook group (where fans of the podcast can gather and talk geeky stuff)! Questions? Comments? Corrections? Suggestions? e-mail geekout@TheZone.fm Subscribe to The Zone’s Geek-out Podcast on Apple Podcasts. Or, copypasta this link to subscribe using your podcatcher of choice. And, get more Zone podcasty goodness at TheZone.fm/podcast

On this episode of THE GEEK BUDDIES, John Rocha, Michael Vogel and Shannon McClung discuss James Gunn halting The Authority, Paradise Lost in "Extreme Development", Lanterns Trailer Pulled and Replaced, New Poster Released, Brian Helgeland tapped for Django/Zorro film based on Quentin Tarantino comic book, HOTD S3 Teaser, Ted Lasso S4, One Night Only Trailers Talk, Daredevil Born Again 2x7 Review, Maul Shadow Lord Eps 7 and 8 Review and more! Remember to Like and Share this episode on your social media and to Subscribe to The John Rocha Channel below. #dc #jamesgunn #houseofthedragon #gameofthrones #appletv #tedlasso #Lanterns #Maul #daredevil #disneyplus #johnrocha #michaelvogel #shannonmcclung #thegeekbuddies ____________________________________________________________________________________ Chapters: 0:00 Intro and Rundown 2:08 James Gunn Halts The Authority, Paradise Lost in "Extreme Development" 16:42 Lanterns Trailer Pulled and Replaced, New Poster Released 22:19 Brian Helgeland Tapped to Write Django/Zorro Crossover 29:14 HOTD S3 Teaser, Ted Lasso S4, One Night Only Trailers Talk 46:52 Daredevil Born Again 2x7 Review 59:40 Maul Shadow Lord Eps 7 and 8 Review FOLLOW THE GEEK BUDDIES: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Geek_Buddies Follow John Rocha: https://twitter.com/TheRochaSays​​​​​ Follow Michael Vogel: https://twitter.com/mktoon Follow Shannon McClung: https://twitter.com/Shannon_McClung Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

April gives us NOS, Knights, and Nascar Month! Angela joins Jeff back in Medieval times! A time of knights, jousting, and... great rock music? It's the 2001 anachronistic action-comedy A Knight's Tale, directed by Brian Helgeland! Check out our NEW YouTube Channel and subscribe now! Our new series Previously On... is exclusively available over on YouTube to cover your favorite TV shows, and ours!Would you like to hear the show early and ad-free? Head over to our Patreon and get started with a FREE 7-day trial. We've got plenty of exclusive content and episodes that you'll only find there! You can also sign up as a free member! Connect with us on social media and our website

Welcome back to purgatory!!!! Grab your one hundred year old TV Magazine, talk about how many channels you got with Bill The Mule, perform a shitty Shakespearean play with Bill, make sure to lie to everyone and pretend you are someone else even to children, impregnate a woman who doesn't love or like you, dodge all responsibilities, don't grow up, get a bunch of kids killed and make sure you are praised as a hero at your funeral as we travel the dullest post-apocalyptic wasteland possible with 1997's The Postman.  This epic slog is directed by Kevin "The Cost" Costner and written by David Brin, Eric Roth and Brian Helgeland. The movie stars The Cost, Will Patton, Larenz Tate, Olivia Williams, James Russo, Rex Linn, Daniel Von Bargen, Scott Bairstow, Roberta Maxwell, Peggy Lipton, Joe Santos, Annie Costner, Ty O'Neal, Todd Allen, Brian Anthony Wilson, Ron McLarty, Jude Herrera, Greg Serano, Derek Cheetwood, Giovani Ribisi and Tom Petty!!! Thanks for checkin us out!!! You can find our most recent and past episodes on Podbean.com and where most other podcasts are found!!! Intro & Outro tracks from The Postman soundrack composed & conducted by James Newton Howard 1. Holnists https://youtu.be/i9AfGdk84KE?si=D8ibiF50LjaJUAow 2. River Escape https://youtu.be/nghpqG6mNpI?si=RsKiwT9ome0zX-UZ  

In which the Mister and Monsters join me in reviewing 42 (2013) from writer/director Brian Helgeland.  Brooklyn Dodgers general manager Branch Rickey (Harrison Ford) makes the historic and controversial decision to sign Jackie Robinson (Chadwick Boseman), effectively breaking the color barrier in Major League Baseball.  Robinson is thrust into a world of intense racial hostility, facing everything from hateful slurs and death threats to internal friction within his own dugout.  As he navigates his rookie season, Robinson must summon the immense self-control to "not fight back" with his fists, instead using his remarkable talent and quiet dignity to challenge a segregated nation's prejudices on the diamond.  The film clocks in at 2 h and 8 m, is rated PG-13 and you can find it on HBO Max and on Prime Video to buy/rent. Please note there are SPOILERS in this review.#42 #BrianHelgeland #ChadwickBoseman #JackieRobinson #HarrisonFord #BranchRickey #NicoleBeharie #RachelRobinson #ChristopherMeloni #LeoDurocher #RyanMerriman #DixieWalker #LucasBlack #PeeWeeReese #AndreHolland #WendellSmith #AlanTudyk #BenChapman #HamishLinklaer #RalphBranca #TRKnight #Harold #Baseball #Docudrama #PeriodDrama #Biography #Drama #Sport #BlackStories #BlackHistoryMonth @PrimeVideo @HBOMax  #FridayFamilyFilmNight And if you can support my @CovenantHouse sleepout, it would be appreciated.  Any amount will go a long way to help the young people they help.  This is an organization that's existed since I was a teen and they continue this life saving work.  You can donate here https://www.sleepout.org/participants/66266Opening intro music: GOAT by Wayne Jones, courtesy of YouTube Audio Library

The Decade Project is an ongoing One Heat Minute Productions Patreon exclusive podcast looking back at the films released ten years ago to reflect on what continues to resonate and what's ripe for rediscovery. The third year being released on the main podcast feed is the films of 2015. To hear a fantastic chorus of guests and I unpack the films of 2016 in 2026, subscribe to our Patreon here for as little as $1 a month. In the latest episode, co-host of TOO MUCH MOVIE - Rob Belushi - and I discuss director Brian Helgeland's lifetime subscription (after L.A Confidential, A Knight's Tale and Man on Fire) and the goofy entertainment of LEGEND.Rob BelushiRobert Belushi was born in Chicago, Illinois, USA. Robert is an actor and producer, known for Chicago P.D. (2014), How I Met Your Mother (2005) and Get A Clue (2020). Robert has been married to Chelsea Wernsman since 29 June 2014.One Heat Minute ProductionsWEBSITE: oneheatminute.comTWITTER: @OneBlakeMinute & @OHMPodsMERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/en-au/stores/one-heat-minute-productionsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/one-heat-minute-productions/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We continue our look at Los Angeles-set neo-noir films, this time with the 1997 Academy Award-winning L.A. Confidential. Russell Crowe, Guy Pearce, and Kevin Spacey star as three very different LAPD detectives in a changing city where some cops embrace the corruption, some look the other way, and some are determined to root it out. An investigation into a series of murders in 1950s Los Angeles threatens to expose what's really going on beneath the sunny, shiny surface. Based on the novel by James Ellroy, L.A. Confidential was directed by Curtis Hanson and also stars Kim Basinger, James Cromwell, Danny DeVito, David Strathairn, and Ron Rifkin. It was nominated for 9 Oscars including Best Picture, winning two: Best Supporting Actress, Kim Basinger; and Best Adapted Screenplay, Brian Helgeland and Curtis Hanson.

Sorry we're late, half of us had covid! He's actually fine, he just had no voice for a while. And his personality is odd, but that's normal. This month we revisited the 2001 cult classic A Knight's Tale! Written and directed by Brian Helgeland and starring the late great Heath Ledger, A Knight's Tale is a mostly light anachronistic romantic comedy sports movie period piece coming of age tale... kind of. The manatees talk accents, pasta, what music even existed in medieval times, and whether or not the main character even needs an antagonist. Also, there's like a solid half hour of catching up on account of the aforementioned covid, so this one's EXTRA sleep inducing. (Or you can skip forward.) Float along with us and have a movie night, why doncha?

On this Thursday bonus episode we are going to play the interview from episode 454 from December 2023 featuring writer and director Brian Helgeland who talks about making his latest feature Finestkind starring Ben Foster and Tommy Lee Jones.Alrik thought it would be fun to pair Brain with Chuck Russell from Monday because Brain also directed some really big and monumental movies in Alrik's life from the 90s, namely Payback. After that we play another round of You're the expert, enjoy! Don't forget to support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/mmihpodcast Leave us a Review on Apple Podcasts! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/making-movies-is-hard-the-struggles-of-indie-filmmaking/id1006416952

Emile Ruddock is playing Roland in the premiere of A Knight's Tale The Musical.Based on the 2001 film written and directed by Brian Helgeland which starred Heath Ledger and Paul Bettany, A Knight's Tale is running in Manchester at the Opera House. The show is adapted for the stage by Irish comedy writer and actor Brona C Titley, directed by Rachel Kavanaugh and choreographed by Matt Cole. Emile had a five year run in the West End production of Hamilton, starring as Hercules Mulligan/James Madison (Victoria Palace Theatre). Some of his other theatre credits include: Me and My Girl (Chichester Festival Theatre), The Rhythm Method (The Bush/Landor Theatre), Five Guys Named Moe (Marble Arch Theatre), Crazy For You (Watermill Theatre), Kiss Me Kate (UK Tour) and The Scottsboro Boys (Garrick Theatre/Young Vic).Recorded at the rehearsal studio, in this episode Emile discusses why A Knight's Tale is a dream job, forging his own path into theatre without going to drama school as well as his time in Hamilton and lots more. A Knight's Tale runs at the Manchester Opera House until 10th May 2025. Visit www.aknightstalemusical.com for info and tickets. This podcast is hosted by Andrew Tomlins @AndrewTomlins32 Thanks for listening! Email: andrew@westendframe.co.uk Visit westendframe.co.uk for more info about our podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Writer, actor and top woman Brona C Titley was keener than mustard when she was asked to adapt Brian Helgeland's 2001 medieval action comedy for the stage. A Knight's Tale the Musical opens at Manchester Opera House this Friday, so Mick got Brona on the Zoom to chat the whys, the hows, and the horses. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coming off the back of the film Payback, Oscar-winning writer/director Brian Helgeland feared he might be in movie jail. Thus, he got writing, and came up with A Knight's Tale, a film mixing jousting, modern music, Heath Ledger, and a naked Paul Bettany. It took months to shoot in Europe. When it came to the music, David Bowie turned up. And then there's the tale of its sequel that never was. King Arthur: Legend Of The Sword meanwhile was to be the first of six films, as originally pitched. Guy Ritchie came in to direct, and star Charlie Hunnam would admit that the film they started making wasn't the one they ended up with. Quite the story, though. Includes elephants and David Beckham. Tales of both are told in this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to The Video Store Podcast. This week, I've curated a lineup of films that capture different aspects of Los Angeles: its humor, its struggles, its danger, and its intrigue. Whether you're a longtime fan of these movies or discovering them for the first time, I think they're worth your time. Here's what we're watching this week:L.A. Story (1991)Steve Martin stars in and wrote this quirky romantic comedy that doubles as a love letter to Los Angeles. It's full of surreal humor, like talking freeway signs, and it pokes fun at the city's obsession with image and trends. But it's also heartfelt, exploring how we connect with others in a place that can feel isolating. Keep an eye out for some great cameos, including Patrick Stewart as a hilariously serious maître d'. The film was shot all around L.A., including Griffith Park and Venice Beach, which really adds to its sense of place.Born in East L.A. (1987)Cheech Marin wrote, directed, and stars in this comedy about a Mexican-American man who gets mistakenly deported to Mexico. It's packed with laughs, but it also has a lot of heart as it explores cultural misunderstandings. Make sure to check out Paul Rodriguez and Daniel Stern both have memorable roles here, adding to the film's charm.To Live and Die in L.A. (1985)If you're into crime thrillers, this one's a must. Directed by William Friedkin (The Exorcist, The French Connection), it's a gritty and intense look at the darker side of Los Angeles. The film follows a Secret Service agent, played by William Petersen, as he becomes obsessed with catching a counterfeiter (Willem Dafoe). Friedkin's commitment to authenticity shows, especially in the car chases, which are some of the best ever put on film. The movie also features an amazing soundtrack by Wang Chung, which perfectly complements its tense, stylish vibe.L.A. Confidential (1997)Curtis Hanson's neo-noir is a masterpiece. Set in the 1950s, it dives into corruption, scandal, and ambition within the LAPD. The ensemble cast, including Kevin Spacey, Guy Pearce, Kim Basinger, and Russell Crowe, delivers some of their best work. Basinger even won an Oscar for her performance. The screenplay, co-written by Hanson and Brian Helgeland, is a brilliant adaptation of James Ellroy's novel. The production design and costumes perfectly recreate the glamour and grit of post-war Los Angeles, making it as visually striking as it is narratively gripping.That's the lineup for this week. Each of these films captures something unique about Los Angeles, from its humor and charm to its danger and complexity. If you decide to check out any of these, let me know what you think. Thanks for stopping by The Video Store Podcast, and we'll see you next time with more movies to add to your watchlist. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.videostorepodcast.com

Send us a textAcclaimed cinematographer Don Burgess dives into the intricate process behind bringing the legendary story of Jackie Robinson to the screen. Reflecting on powerful scenes, like the Ben Chapman confrontation, and sharing unique insights into his collaboration with director Brian Helgeland, Burgess unveils the creative journey of capturing Robinson's resilience and triumph. The podcast "Kingdom of Dreams" offers an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at cinema and the art of storytelling, featuring interviews with industry professionals such as screenwriters, directors, animators, and producers. Tune in to hear more about the making of '42,' with standout performances by Chadwick Boseman and Harrison Ford, and discover how Burgess's vision shaped this cinematic tribute.#directorofphotography #cinematiclighting #visualstorytelling #brianhelgeland #visualstorytelling http://twitter.com/dreamingkingdomhttp://instagram.com/kingdomofdreamspodcasthttp://facebook.com/kingdomofdreamspodcast Watch the feature films that I have directedCitizen of Moria - https://rb.gy/azpsuIn Search of My Sister - https://rb.gy/1ke21Official Website - www.jawadmir.com

None of the Hollywood studios wanted to make 2010's Kick-Ass, a comic book movie with an R-rated edge. All of them turned it down, and so the film came to life in tandem with the comics, exploding into cinemas in 2010. It would be fair to say that not everyone in the media was pleased about it, as quite a backlash bubbled up. There were problems with 1999's Payback too, but they came down to a different of opinion between star Mel Gibson and writer/director Brian Helgeland. It got to a point where just days after Helgeland won an Oscar for L.A. Confidential, he was, er, 'removed' from Payback. The behind the scenes stories of both films are told in this episode... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Payback was something of a surprise - and largely forgotten - minor hit, riding mostly on the coattails of Mel Gibson at the height of his popularity and box office appeal, having come off a string of hits, including 1994's Maverick, 1995's Oscar-winning Braveheart, 1996's Ransom, and 1997's Conspiracy Theory, as well as the prestige of Brian Helgeland, who had just won an avalanche awards, including the Oscar, for writing LA Confidential as well as the aforementioned Conspiracy Theory. But the production of Payback also opened a window to some of the personal and professional issues surrounding Gibson that would become increasingly apparent in the years leading up to his career crash in the mid-2000s. Unhappy with the direction of the film Helgeland wrote and director, Gibson had Helgeland fired and reworked and reshot much of the movie, adding Kristofferson's character to the story and changing much of the tone and arc of the main character Porter. As a result, Payback is actually two movies - the theatrically-released Gibson vision released in 1999 and the Helgeland cut, released on Blu-ray 7 years later, officially titled Payback: Straight Up. We had writer and Payback superfan Jim Woods on to talk about both! You can find out everything you need to know about Jim on his website: Jim Woods Writes

     This week- a clump of movies starring Jenna Ortega.     After a school shooting, Vada Cavell has to navigate her trauma and depression. Isolating herself from her family and closest friend. As Vada struggles to find ways to cope with her trauma, she bonds with those who sheltered with her during the shooting. A powerful debut feature from writer-director Megan Park with incredible performances, The Fallout.     In an effort to bolster his conservative base, Governor Harper Finn signs an executive order to immediately round up all illegal immigrants and their US-born children. The kids are given a choice, be deported or spend a few months working in a program assisting the elderly. A horror comedy from the Hallivis Brothers about issues facing Hispanic and Latino Americans, American Carnage.     Charlie has just graduated from college and decides to take a summer job with his older half-brother, Tom, on a scallop fishing boat. Corporate negligence and a string of bad luck lose the brothers two boats, put them in trouble with Canadian authorities, and force them into a desperate situation. A crime thriller with an incredibly talented cast from veteran writer-director Brian Helgeland, Finestkind.     Jonathon Miller is a failed writer teaching in a small Tennessee town. Cairo Sweet is an 18-year old senior living alone in a large mansion with generational wealth. Cairo is smart, highly literate, and flatters Miller's vanity by having read his terrible book. Miller unsuspectingly finds himself drawn into a plot to give Cairo something to write about for her Yale application essay. The debut from writer-director Jade Halley Bartlett, Miller's Girl.     All that and we prep for Halloween. Join us, won't you?   Episode 380- A Dollop of Ortega

In the gritty underbelly of Chicago, Payback serves up a heaping plate of revenge and betrayal—all wrapped up in a slick, neo-noir package. Starring Mel Gibson as Porter, this 1999 hit plunges viewers into a world where loyalty is as rare as a clean getaway. After being double-crossed by his wife (Maria Bello) and his partner (Gregg Henry) during a heist, Porter finds himself on the wrong end of a bullet and a whole lot of betrayal. Left for dead and robbed of his cut, he rises from the ashes with one thing on his mind: payback. As he navigates a seedy landscape filled with mobsters, corrupt cops, and a femme fatale, Porter's quest for vengeance becomes a thrilling, action-packed ride. Directed by Brian Helgeland, Payback is not just a tale of revenge; it's a study in the moral ambiguities of crime, loyalty, and the lengths one will go to reclaim what's theirs. With sharp dialogue, brutal action sequences, and a tongue-in-cheek humor that keeps you on your toes, this film is a must-watch for fans of the genre. Join us as we dive deep into the film's themes, iconic moments, and Gibson's unforgettable performance, breaking down why Payback deserves a spot in your watchlist. Tune in to the Shat The Movies Podcast for an entertaining exploration of this classic revenge flick! Subscribe Now Android: https://www.shatpod.com/android Apple/iTunes: https://www.shatpod.com/apple Help Support the Podcast Contact Us: https://www.shatpod.com/contact Commission Movie: https://www.shatpod.com/support Support with Paypal: https://www.shatpod.com/paypal Support With Venmo: https://www.shatpod.com/venmo Shop Merchandise: https://www.shatpod.com/shop Theme Song - Die Hard by Guyz Nite: https://www.facebook.com/guyznite

Riding high off of their Lethal Weapon partnership, filmmaker Richard Donner and star Mel Gibson had every reason to believe their high concept action thriller Conspiracy Theory would be a success. And with the help of superstar Julia Roberts, a villainous turn by Patrick Stewart and a script by Oscar winner Brian Helgeland, it was, at least modestly so. Get to the bottom of why Sebastian and The Mighty Peculiar podcast's Matt Anderson are covering this problematic in hindsight, brain boiling entry in the 90s thriller genre.

Director/writer/producer Brian Helgeland and actor Paul Bettany

On this ep, we discuss the 1999 film Payback starring Mel Gibson and directed by Brian Helgeland. We compare the original cut to the Director's Cut that followed in 2006. The movie, an adaptation of Richard Stark's The Hunter, gave us an excuse to talk about the other movies featuring the Parker character as well - Point Blank, The Split, The Outfit, Parker. The mics kept rolling after this episode as we talked about more Mel by revisiting the Mad Max movies! You can find that episode exclusively on our Patreon as well as a back catalogue of other bonus episodes and discussions: www.patreon.com/almostcultclassics.  You can also find us on Twitter: Joe: https://twitter.com/joeramoni Ryan: https://twitter.com/ryanlancello And don't forget to check out our website and merch store: https://www.almostcultclassics.com

This week on The Treatment, Elvis sits down with actress and director Pamela Adlon to discuss her feature directorial debut, Babes. The buzzy comedy (out now) stars Ilana Glazer and Michelle Buteau as longtime friends navigating life and parenthood. Next, director Ned Benson talks about his new sci-fi romance film, The Greatest Hits. And for The Treat, director Brian Helgeland discusses a favorite film that's all about sticking it to the man. 

The Back To The Blockbuster team begins our road to retribution by looking back at Man on Fire for its 20th anniversary. Directed by Tony Scott from a screenplay by Brian Helgeland, and based on the 1980 novel of the same name by A.J. Quinnell, the film follows John Creasy (Denzel Washington), a despondent, alcoholic former CIA SAD/SOG officer (and U.S. Marine Corps Force Reconnaissance captain) turned bodyguard, who goes on a revenge rampage after his charge, nine-year-old Lupita “Pita” Ramos (Dakota Fanning), is abducted in Mexico City. The film also stars Christopher Walken, Radha Mitchell, Giancarlo Giannini, Marc Anthony, Rachel Ticotin, and Mickey Rourke.

Dana and Tom with guests Robb Conlon (Westport Studios and B2B Business Class) and Walter Gainer II (The Working While Black Show and Boss Locks Media) discuss the beloved action thriller, Man on Fire (2004): directed by Tony Scott, written by Brian Helgeland, music by Harry Gregson-Williams, starring Denzel Washington, Dakota Fanning, Christopher Walken, Marc Anthony, and Giancarlo Giannini.Plot Summary: In "Man on Fire," a former CIA operative turned bodyguard (Denzel Washington) takes on a new job protecting a young girl (Dakota Fanning) in Mexico City. As their bond grows, he becomes fiercely devoted to her safety. When she is kidnapped, he unleashes his lethal skills to bring justice to those responsible. The film blends intense action with heartfelt moments, showcasing Washington's commanding presence and the emotional depth of the story. Director Tony Scott crafts a gripping narrative filled with tension and redemption, making "Man on Fire" a thrilling and emotionally resonant experience.You can now follow us on Instagram, Twitter, or TikTok (@gmoatpodcast) or find our Facebook page at Greatest Movie of All-Time Podcast.For more on the episode, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/man-on-fire-2004For the entire rankings list so far, go to:Full Graded List - Greatest Movies of All-Time Ronny Duncan Studios

Director Robert Lorenz discusses his new film, In the Land of Saints and Sinners, with fellow Director Brian Helgeland in a Q&A at the DGA theater in Los Angeles. In the conversation, he discusses retaining the film's authenticity in its Irish cast and texture of its 1970s setting, balancing the tone with moments of humor and severity, and using landscape shots of the remote Irish location to accentuate the mood of the film. The film tells the story of Finbar Murphy, a man living a quiet life in a remote Irish fishing village, eager to leave his dark past behind. But when a menacing crew of terrorists arrive, he is forced to choose between keeping his secret identity hidden, or defending his community from the encroaching violence. See photos and a summary of this event below: https://dga.org/Events/2024/May2024/LandofSaintsNSinners_QnA_0424

Clint Eastwoood's adaptation of Dennis Lehane's "Mystic River" comes to the club and the Irish Critic is here to discuss it all with Host & Comic Steve Mazan.  Did Penn & Robbins deserve their Oscars? Did Eastwood deserve his nomination? Did Marcia Gay Harden steal the show? Was it too heavy handed? How loyal a friend or loved one would you be? All these questions and more get answered on this week's Mazan Movie Club Podcast. "Mystic River" on IMDb Home of the Mazan Movie Club Steve Mazan on Instagram Home of Corporate Comedian Steve Mazan

Erin and Paul review two films that are set in the past but which use modern-day pop songs on the soundtrack: Sofia Coppola's 2006 revisionist biopic MARIE ANTOINETTE, starring Kirsten Dunst; and Brian Helgeland's 2001 medieval underdog sports movie A KNIGHT'S TALE, starring Heath Ledger.

In this episode of "The Rewatch Party," hosts Nick, Anthony, Elise, and Dan gather to revisit the medieval adventure film "A Knight's Tale." As they delve into the movie, the hosts share their fond memories of watching it for the first time, setting the stage for a nostalgic journey through its jousting tournaments, romantic escapades, and anachronistic soundtrack. The podcast kicks off with the hosts discussing the film's unique blend of historical fiction and contemporary elements, praising its unconventional approach to storytelling and its memorable characters. Throughout the episode, the hosts analyze the performances of the cast, including Heath Ledger's charismatic portrayal of protagonist William Thatcher and Paul Bettany's scene-stealing turn as Geoffrey Chaucer. They delve into the film's themes of identity, honor, and friendship, highlighting how these resonate with audiences even today. The chemistry between Nick, Anthony, Elise, and Dan shines through as they engage in lively discussions about their favorite scenes, quotable lines, and the enduring appeal of "A Knight's Tale." The podcast also delves into the film's production, exploring its impressive visuals, exhilarating action sequences, and the creative vision of director Brian Helgeland. As the hosts reminisce about the film's impact on popular culture and its legacy as a cult classic, listeners are treated to a comprehensive analysis peppered with humor and insights. Whether you're a longtime fan of "A Knight's Tale" or discovering it for the first time, this episode of "The Rewatch Party" offers an entertaining and enlightening exploration of a beloved medieval romp.   https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0183790/

So far we've interviewed five different storytellers with distinct ways of telling their stories. Johnny C picks out the best inspiring tidbits and motivate you to new ways of thinking. This episode is definitely a do not miss. Host John C McGinley Produced by John C McGinley and Angie Quidim Audio editing and recording by Chris Sweda, TME Productions audio team Copyright 2023-2024 TME Productions all rights reserved. May not be used without permission Contact connectivetissuejcm@gmail.com  

l⁠inktr.ee/CatchingUpOnCinema⁠ This February is “Frame of Reference” month at Catching Up On Cinema! All month long, Trevor and Kyle will be reviewing films that have frequently been referenced in recent episodes of the podcast. Due to a technical snafu, our initial review this month, of Brian Helgeland's, Payback (1999) had to be re-recorded as a solo affair, featuring only Trevor on the mic. A grim neo-noir crime thriller, Payback (1999) was prolific Hollywood writer Brian Helgeland's feature directorial debut. Apparently a somewhat contentious production, Helgeland was apparently ousted from the production at some point during filming. Despite often being criticized for its cruel atmosphere, the film would later receive a director's cut, overseen by Helgeland, that is considerably shorter than the theatrical cut, though it is up for debate which version is the superior cut. Follow us on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@catchinguponcinema⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on Twitter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@CatchingCinema⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Like, share, subscribe, and we'll catch you next time!

The boys are back, ready for whiskey, beer and movies! After briefly discussing John and Elizabeth's wedding and catching up on some quick Oscar nominations highlights, John gives a mini review of THE IRON CLAW, Jeff and Dave gripe, then we head into our featured segment: 1997 + LA Confidential. We highlight the highs of the 1997 film year, world events, and then get into a deep discussion about Curtis Hanson's incredible Neo-noir, filmed bright like a gossip column, and acted with masterful perfection. The movie is streaming on Netflix. Grab some beer and join us! Find all of our Socials at: https://linktr.ee/theloveofcinema.  
Our phone number is 646-484-9298, it accepts texts or voice messages.  0:00 Intro, Gripes + THE IRON CLAW Mini Review; 20:52 1997 + LA CONFIDENTIAL; 01:03:46 What You Been Watching? Additional Cast/Crew: Guy Pearce, Kevin Spacey, Russell Crowe, Kate Beckinsale, Simon Baker, Danny DeVito, James Cromwell, David Straithairn, Jerry Goldsmith, James Ellroy, Brian Helgeland. Zac Efron, Jeremy Allen White, Calum Turner, Sean Durkin. Dasein on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/77H3GPgYigeKNlZKGx11KZ  Dasein on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/dasein/1637517407 Additional Tags: Oscars, Academy Awards, Los Angeles, The Golden Globes, Past Lives, Monarch: Legacy of Monsters, The Holiday, The Crown: Season 6 part 2, Napoleon, Ferrari, Beer, Scotch, The Weekend, Clifford Odets, Travis Scott, U2, Apple, Apple Podcasts, 101 Dalmatians, The Parent Trap, Switzerland, West Side Story, Wikipedia, Australia, Queensland, Melbourne, Indonesia, Java, Jakarta, Bali, Guinea, The British, England, The SEC, Ronald Reagan, Stock Buybacks, Marvel, MCU, DCEU, Film, Movies, Southeast Asia, The Phillippines, Vietnam, America, The US, Academy Awards, WGA Strike, SAG-AFTRA, SAG Strike.  

Couch Potato Theater: Payback (1999) Theatrical & Director's Cut! Watch the video version of this Couch Potato Theater episode on the Fandom Podcast Network YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@FandomPodcastNetwork Welcome to Couch Potato Theater here on the Fandom Podcast Network! On Couch Potato Theater we celebrate our favorite movies! On this episode we celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the action crime drama Payback (1999). We discuss both the Theatrical & Director's Cut of Payback!   Payback is a 1999 American neo-noir action thriller film written and directed by Brian Helgeland in his directorial debut, and starring Mel Gibson, Gregg Henry, Maria Bello, and David Paymer. It is based on the novel The Hunter by Donald E. Westlake using the pseudonym Richard Stark, which had earlier been adapted into the 1967 film noir classic Point Blank, directed by John Boorman and starring Lee Marvin.   In 2006, director Brian Helgeland issued a director's cut that differs substantially from the version released by the studio. In this episode of Couch Potato Theater we discuss the huge differences of the theatrical and director's cut of Payback (1999).  Fandom Podcast Network Contact Information - The FANDOM PODCAST NETWORK YouTube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/c/FandomPodcastNetwork - Master feed for all FPNet Audio Podcasts: http://fpnet.podbean.com/ - Couch Potato Theater Audio Podcast Master Feed:  https://fpnet.podbean.com/category/couch-potato-theater - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Fandompodcastnetwork - Email: fandompodcastnetwork@gmail.com - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fandompodcastnetwork/ - X (Twitter): @fanpodnetwork / https://twitter.com/fanpodnetwork   - Tee Public Fandom Podcast Network Store:  https://www.teepublic.com/stores/fandom-podcast-network #FandomPodcastNetwork #FPNet #CouchPotatoTheater #PaybackDirectorsCut #Payback #PaybackMovie #Payback1999 #MelGibson #GreggHenry #MariaBello #DavidPaymer #BrianHelgeland #TheHunterRichardStark #LucyLiu #KrisKristofferson #DeborahUnger #WilliamDevane #JamesCoburn

In Episode 85, Pete and Paul review "Ferrari", the Michael Mann directed feature starring Adam Driver and Penelope Cruz.Next, Pete reviews "The Family Plan", streaming now on Apple TV+ and starring Mark Wahlberg and Michelle Monaghan.Paul reviews "Anyone But You", the romantic comedy starring Glen Powell and Sydney Sweeney, directed by Will Gluck.And lastly, Pete reviews "Finestkind", a new film written and directed by Brian Helgeland and starring Ben Foster, Toby Wallace, and Jenny Ortega.To listen on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aaaction-podcast/id1634666134To listen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/1L78fn3C6RlKKdUihtiLyR?si=f31450db95724290Please make sure to like and subscribe to the Aaaction Podcast:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzJFoiUHvdbaHaiIfN37BaQ#aaactionpodcast #podcast #film #movie #moviereview #moviepodcast #newmovie  #amc #amctheatres #alist #amcpass #ferrari #biopic #thefamilyplan #appletv #appletvplus #markwahlberg #anyonebutyou #romcom #finestkind #paramountplus

Director John Woo discusses his new film, Silent Night, with fellow Director Brian Helgeland in a Q&A at the DGA theater in Los Angeles. In the conversation, he discusses his influence echoed throughout modern action films, the importance of classic Hollywood and musical films to his taste, and telling a story absent of any dialogue starring a speechless character. The film tells the story of Brian, a man who witnesses the death of his son when the boy is caught in gang crossfire on Christmas Eve. Recovering from a wound that cost him his voice, Brian embarks on a bloody quest to punish those responsible, all without uttering a word. See photos and a summary of this event below: https://dga.org/Events/2024/January2024/SilentNight_QnA_1223.aspx

Brian Helgeland has won an Oscar for the screenplay of L.A. Confidential and was nominated again for Mystic River. He wrote and directed films including Payback, A Knights Tale and 42. But the film he always wanted to make is Finestkind, inspired by his experience on a fishing boat off the coast of his Massachusetts hometown. It's now out on Paramount+.Photo by Maarten De Boer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Two episodes for the price of one today! (The price is zero dollars).First up, Ben Nedivi & Matt Wolpert (creators/ahowrunners, For All Mankind) discuss season 4 of their alternate history space-race series, trusting their decisions, addressing and adjusting tone, killing off characters, and more.Then, Brian Helgeland (writer/director Finestkind; writer, LA Confidential, Mystic River, lots more) discusses his new movie--written 25 years ago--as well as some of his greatest hits, including the unlikely story of LA Confidential getting made and the sequel that he couldn't get made, the spark that led to A Knight's Tale, getting his start in horror, and more. THE WRITERS PANEL IS A COMPLETELY INDEPENDENT PRODUCTION.Follow and support the show by subscribing to Ben Blacker's newsletter, Re:Writing, where you'll also get weekly advice from the thousands of writers he's interviewed over the years, as well as access to exclusive live Q&As, meet-ups, and more: benblacker.substack.comSOCIALS:Bluesky: bsky.app/profile/benblacker.bsky.socialTwitter: twitter.com/benBlacker Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on The Treatment, Elvis welcomes back actor and producer David Oyelowo, who is currently starring on the Paramount+ series Lawmen: Bass Reeves. Next, director Brian Helgeland stops by to talk about his latest film, the crime drama Finestkind. And on The Treat, Pulitzer Prize winning writer Hua Hsu talks about a jazz saxophonist whose music felt like life.

Finestkind Writer/Director Brian Helgeland discusses a few of his favorite movies where the title is a character's name with Josh Olson and Joe Dante. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we welcome writer, director Brian Helgeland on the show to talk about his latest feature Finestkind starring Ben Foster and Tommy Lee Jones, thanks to Eric Toms for going to Austin to get this interview. After that we play another round of Ask The Expert, enjoy! Watch Liz's new short film Witchy on youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gk5WtIOz5do Watch Alrik's new short film Parka on Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/357898693 Watch The Alternate on Tubi Out Now: https://tubitv.com/movies/702632/the-alternate Check out the ISA at: www.networkisa.org Don't forget to support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/mmihpodcast

Screenwriter/Producer/Director Brian Helgeland joins Mase & Sue on the CULTURE POP PODCAST to discuss the road in making his latest film, FINESTKIND, streaming on Paramount+. It is a semi-autobiographical crime thriller starring Tommy Lee Jones, Ben Foster, Toby Wallace and Jenna Ortega. We also talk about his Academy Award-winning adapted screenplay, LA CONFIDENTIAL, his long-standing friendship with author James Ellroy, his scripts for MYSTIC RIVER, & 42, working with Chadwick Bozeman, and a movie studio pitch meeting that went awry. Plus, first-hand knowledge of being buried alive and Snoop Dogg's faux announcement.

Benjamin Byron Davis PublishedNov 14, 2023 Welcome to the world of "Connective Tissue" where storytelling, storytellers, current events, conflicts, and kindness are brought to the same table to find connective tissue between them. It is a safe space for critical thinking and some different perspectives to engage our audience. There also might be quite a few candid conversations that listeners will not hear in normal interviews.    Today's guest is Brian Helgeland;  John's long time friend, writer, director and film producer. He's best known for films such as Legend, LA Confidential, Payback, and many more. We delve into Brian's humble beginnings as an avid reader and and fisherman. He describes his journey in detail for those wanting to break into the industry. For the full uncut podcast go to Patreon and subscribe!   To conact John and the team email: connectivetissuejcm@gmail.com   Produced by John C. McGinley and Angie Quidim Audio Recording: Chris Sweda Audio Editing: Norman Canseco Copyright 2023 TME PRODUCTIONS ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. CONTENT MAY NOT BE REPRODUCED OR USED WITHOUT PERMISSION. Contact: info@tme.products for reproduction or use in media.   Read More Quick LinksGet Embed PlayerShare on SocialDownload Audio File  

The Devil Made Me Do It continues with what we've determined is a little seen movie that is the YOUNGEST of the movies covered this month: THE ORDER from Brian Helgeland, who wrote and directed this in 2003. This one reunites three actors from Helgeland's 2001 A Knight's Tale: Heath Ledger, Shannyn Sossamon, and Mark Addy. Joining that trio is Benno Fuhrmann and the legend Peter Weller. From IMDB: A young priest is sent to Rome to investigate the troubling death of the head of his order. WHILE IT'S TRUE THE WGA STRIKE IS OVER, AND EVEN IF SAG GETS THEIR'S TOGETHER, WORKERS AND THEIR FAMILIES ARE GOING TO BE STRUGGLING FOR A WHILE. THE OVERWHELMING BURDEN OF PUTTING FOOD ON THE TABLE AND A ROOF OVER ONE'S HEAD DOESN'T END THE INSTANT THE DEALS ARE RATIFIED. IT COULD BE MONTHS BEFORE PRODUCTIONS GET UP TO SPEED AGAIN. THAT LEADS RIGHT INTO THE INDUSTRY'S USUAL WINTER/HOLIDAY HIATUS. WILL THAT BE DIFFERENT THIS YEAR? WHO KNOWS. BUT EVEN IF THEY WORK THROUGH THAT USUAL BREAK, MANY FAMILIES ARE GOING TO NEED ASSISTANCE. THIS IS WHERE YOU CAN HELP. IF YOU HAVE A FEW DOLLARS TO SPARE, PLEASE CONSIDER DONATING TO THE ENTERTAINMENT COMMUNITY FUND. THE FUND HELPS ALL WORKERS AFFECTED BY THE STRIKE, NOT JUST ACTORS AND WRITERS. Entertainment Community Fund https://entertainmentcommunity.org/support-our-work ------------------ As always, and maybe even more than ever, here are some mental health resources for North America: United States  https://www.mentalhealth.gov/get-help/immediate-help https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ The Suicide Hotline phone number has been changed. Now, just text or call 988. Canada https://www.ccmhs-ccsms.ca/mental-health-resources-1 1 (833) 456-4566 Even though we don't say it in this episode, more NOW than ever before: PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE take care of yourselves and those around you. Be mindful of your surroundings. Karate in the Garage Linkages

A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master is a 1988 American fantasy slasher film directed by Renny Harlin and written by Brian Helgeland and Ken & Jim Wheat. The film stars Robert England, Alice Wilcox, and Danny Hassel.  The film's plot follows Freddy Krueger as he completes his revenge against the families that killed him, along with using another teen girl to gain access to new victims to satisfy his murderous needs. If you have anything to add to the discussion, please don't hesitate to do so by reaching out to us on social media @TheFilmFlamers, or call our hotline and leave us a message at 972-666-7733!            Watch the Movie: https://amzn.to/3ZqUeLf         Out this Month: Week 1: Shooting the Flames Week 2: Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors Week 3: Nightmare on Elm Street 4: Dream Master Patreon: Nightmare on Elm Street 5: Dream Child     Coming in October 2023: 13 Ghosts 13th Warrior Top 13 X-Files Episodes!      Get in Touch:  Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheFilmFlamers  Visit our Store: https://teespring.com/stores/thefilmflamers  Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheFilmFlamers  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefilmflamers  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFilmFlamers/ Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/thefilmflamers/ Our Website: https://www.filmflamers.com  Call our Hotline: 972-666-7733     Our Patrons: #ExiledTexan Alex Mendoza Anthony Criswell Ashlie Thornbury BarbieDolly BattleBurrito BelleBeignet Benjamin Gonzalez Bennett Hunter Big Dave Bonnie Jay BreakfastChainsawMassacre Call me Lestat CenobiteBetty Christopher Nelson CJ Mcginnis Dan Alvarez Gia-Ranita Pitt Gillian Murtagh GlazedDonut GWilliamNYC Incognicat Irwan Iskak James Aumann Jessica E Josh Young Kimberly McGuirk-Klinetobe Laura O'Malley Lisa Libby Livi Loch Hightower Mary Matthew McHenry McKenna Hirschmann Nicole McDaniel Nikki (phillyenginerd) Niko Allred Orion Yannotti Paul Perez Penelope Nelson random dude Robert B. Robert Eppers Rosieredleader Ryan King Sean Homrig The Dean Swan William Skinner   Sweet dreams...      "Welcome to Horrorland" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com). Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Includes music by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio

Adnan talks to writer/director Brian Helgeland about his new film Finestkind. What's it like working with Tommy Lee Jones? JFK. What's Kevin Costner's worst performance? Adnan's Marty Scorsese update. Naked Lunch. Welcome to Tangier? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Adnan talks to writer/director Brian Helgeland about his new film Finestkind. What's it like working with Tommy Lee Jones? JFK. What's Kevin Costner's worst performance? Adnan's Marty Scorsese update. Naked Lunch. Welcome to Tangier? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's time to participate the knights of the tournament as the hosts get on their horses and review their favorite summer movies with the action, adventure classic,  A Knight's Tale, starring Heath Ledger, Shanynn Sossamon and directed by Brian Helgeland. Many people say this was the first movie that brought Ledger the attention to the audience and gave the late actor one of his first Hollywood leading roles. The hosts pair the film with the Valkyrie's Choice cocktail. Join the hosts as they begin a quest to change their stars in this fun popcorn, comedy adventure experience. Come listen and follow us on Instagram @the.gentlemenpodcast and our website thegentlemenpodcast.com