Podcasts about Coen brothers

This week on Drink the Movies, we're heading to the frozen, snow-swept landscape of Minnesota for the dark comedy masterpiece, Fargo. We'll discuss the Coen Brothers' knack for blending brutal crime with quirky, polite Midwestern charm and Frances McDormand's iconic turn as the indefatigable Marge Gunderson. To toast to this cold-blooded classic, we're serving up a sharp and icy cocktail appropriately named The Wood Chipper. Grab your parka, mind the snowdrifts, and join us as we raise a glass to the film that proves things in the Midwest aren't always "oh, for cute."⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.drinkthemovies.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Discord⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠*Please Drink Responsibly*

“Nobody knows anybody. Not that well.” Vintage Cinema Rewind is taking a trip back to the past in this, their Spoiler Free Primer of Miller's Crossing—an oft-overlooked gem from the Coen Brothers. Blake is the concierge for Michael, the leader of the Irish-American mob during the Prohibition era. But rum running is the least of his problems. A rival crime lord has designs on Michael's throne. What's worse, Blake had been running around with Michael's best girl. And the brother of said best girl is now embroiled in a web of conspiracies that threatens to consume the whole town. Can Blake lie, cheat, and steal his way out of this mess? Or has he finally run out of chips?   Where to watch: Miller's Crossing - movie: watch streaming online

Send us Fan MailWhat is Dudeism and is it really a religion? We chat about how the Dude inspired a religion (yes, it's a real one!) and why the core philosophy of Dudeism matters. Our conversation also explores why bowling fits the film and philosophy of the Dude.Let us know what you think and chat with us on X: https://twitter.com/WTF_WithUsTheme Music Credit: Ultra Lights by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2020 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial  (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/61225 Ft: Javolenus

Ian Hunter has spent four decades building miniatures, supervising visual effects and thinking like a filmmaker on some of the most demanding productions in Hollywood. In this episode, he traces a career that began in a garden shed with a punched-up piece of German black velvet and ended up — via James Cameron, Tim Burton, the Coen Brothers, and Christopher Nolan — on some of the most iconic screens in the world.Ian grew up surrounded by art. His father painted oils and acrylics, played music and did pastel portraits, and encouraged his three sons to make things — even when those things destroyed the materials he'd given them. The moment that really clicked, Ian recalls, was being handed a model kit as a kid and taking to it immediately. That creative instinct only grew stronger. In high school, he and his brothers were making Super 8 films, scratching laser effects onto the film with a pin and blowing up overloaded resistors for explosions. One of those films required them to fake-rob a local bank — and the encounter that followed, with the surprisingly enthusiastic vice president of the Monrovia Wells Fargo, led to a meeting with the mother of Rick Baker, whose work Ian had recently encountered in a traveling special effects exhibition and been completely floored by.After drifting away from an aerospace course at Cal Poly Pomona and working in an acid bath plastics factory, Ian answered a classified ad looking for model makers — and on the strength of a modest portfolio, was hired the same day. His first feature was The Abyss. He and fellow model maker Jim McGee built the flooded engine room of the Montana submarine with almost no direction beyond James Cameron's bare-bones description, and shipped it to South Carolina having never seen a frame of the live action. The production was not without its disasters — Ian found himself entangled in the notorious wax crane fiasco, and talks about the valuable early lesson of knowing when to call something out before it goes wrong.From there, a friend pointed him toward Boss Film, Richard Edlund's company in Marina del Rey, where a chance encounter with departing model supervisor Mark Stetson changed everything. What was supposed to be a one-week favour on a music video turned into six years. Working with Stetson took Ian from being a junior model maker building things in isolation to visiting sets, talking directly with directors, and understanding that miniature work only succeeds when it becomes invisible — just more shots in a movie, telling the story rather than showing off the technique.Among the projects from that period, Ian talks at length about Total Recall — including the behind-the-scenes chaos of a scale miscommunication on the final day of shooting, a scene involving a little person that nobody had accounted for, and the moment he glued a Coke can to a model building because they were running out of time. That Coke can, dressed up and shot from the front, made it into the finished film. So did one in Waterworld. And Inception. And Interstellar. And, after the story apparently got around, director Fede Álvarez greeted Ian on Alien: Romulus by asking exactly where he was planning to hide it.Ian built the suburb for Edward Scissorhands — deliberately making it more bland and mundane than real life — and talks about one of his proudest in-camera shots: the final view through the bedroom window and out over the snow-dusted neighbourhood, achieved with a 1:24 scale model and real snow shakers on the night. On Batman Returns he built the Penguin's zoo, and describes receiving one of his all-time favourite compliments from Tim Burton — who, after watching a pyrotechnics test, asked simply: "Where did you shoot this?" Not realising he was looking at a miniature. The zoo also gave Ian one of his best examples of a happy accident: a polar bear sculpture that was supposed to explode but instead toppled slowly sideways with flames coming out of its feet. Tim Burton loved it. The entire subsequent engineering challenge was figuring out how to recreate the mistake.On the X-Files movie, Ian and his partner Matthew Gratzner built a collapsing federal building on a tight budget, referencing Oklahoma City bombing photographs for the detail of damaged concrete and exposed floors. The late Roger Ebert reviewed the finished film and said the sequence should have been cut — because it was too reminiscent of real tragedy. Ian reflects on that as a marker: they'd gotten past the technique and into the emotion.The conversation turns to Christopher Nolan, with whom Ian has worked across multiple films. Ian describes Nolan as collaborative but definitive, someone who discusses a shot in depth and then tells you exactly what he wants. He talks about the liberation Nolan offered on Interstellar when he told the crew to stop following the previs — pre-vis is just a guy at a computer on a Friday trying to get the shot out the door, Nolan told them; if you can see a better angle, do that instead. The result was that the miniature crew started shooting faster, and a number of shots that had been planned as digital moved across to the physical side. Ian also describes the meticulous sun-angle calculation that went into matching the Inception hospital sequence — setting up models in a parking lot at a precisely calculated skewed angle to hit the exact quality of light that had been captured in Calgary on a specific date.On First Man with Damien Chazelle, Ian had drawn storyboards before the first meeting proposing a documentary approach — cameras attached to the spacecraft, nothing sweeping or cinematic, everything either very close or very wide as if shot from another ship. Chazelle walked in and described exactly the same idea. They spent twenty minutes together going through the sequence, working to an animatic cut to music, and Ian went off and shot it. That shorthand — that moment of being in sync before the conversation has really started — is something Ian describes as central to how he has survived in an industry where so many practical effects houses have not. He's a model maker, yes. But more than that, he's a filmmaker.This podcast is completely independent and made possible by listener support. If you'd like to help me keep making these episodes, you can join my Patreon community here: https://patreon.com/jamiebenning Watch more on YouTube:Check out the Filmumentaries YouTube channel for behind-the-scenes clips and extra content: https://youtube.com/filmumentariesAll my links

We aren't men of constant sorrow, but we ARE Bros of Constant ROFL-ing! We are so excited to be jumping into the Coen Brothers' bluegrass, deep-South-meets-Ancient-Greek epic, O Brother, where art thou? Along the way, we discuss excellent screams, pivots into surrealism, and the fascinating camp of river baptisms. Head to our PATREON for the full video episode!

This week on Peanuts and Popcorn, the peanuts are downright rotten as both the Cubs and Tigers continue to spiral, though Pete Crow‑Armstrong at least supplied a few sparks along the way.In Popcorn, we've got two terrific films on deck. We start with Tom's pick, Henri‑Georges Clouzot's The Wages of Fear (1953), the white‑knuckle thriller that became the blueprint for decades of action cinema. Then we pivot to Leo's choice, the Coen Brothers' first commercial feature, the lean, moody neo‑noir Blood Simple (1984).Next Show's Films:Tom's Pick: Carnal Knowledge (1971)Leo's Pick: The Battle of Algiers (1966)

Today on Episode 243, the guys continue their Western Retrospective with another episode in which they discuss an original and a remake. True Grit is on the docket today. Will the guys prefer the classic John Wayne version or the modern Coen Brothers take on this story? Tune in to find out.Be Sure to Follow The Hosts on X and Blue Sky!Kevin “OptimusSolo” Thompson and Dan “The Comic Concierge” Clark!#UNLEASHTHECINEMAGEEKINYOU!!! #CinemaGeeks #Westerns #WesterRetrospective #TrueGrit #OriginalvsRemake

Send us Fan MailWe're back with another Coen brothers film! We chat about the use of the stranger at the bar in the film and what the main lesson to learn from the Dude. In the podcast, we also explore the meandering, almost nonsensical structure of “The Big Lebowski”, and how that adds to the main feeling and takeaway from the film.Let us know what you think and chat with us on X: https://twitter.com/WTF_WithUsTheme Music Credit: Ultra Lights by Stefan Kartenberg (c) copyright 2020 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial  (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/JeffSpeed68/61225 Ft: Javolenus

This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with JOURNAL author Philp Tallon about his article, “The Life Metamodern with Wes Anderson”. https://www.equip.org/articles/the-life-metamodern-with-wes-anderson/This is also our 500th episode and Philp was our very first guest on Episode 001 with The Films of Quentin Tarantino. and the article Reservoir Gods: Quentin Tarantino's Premodern Theology. Please see more of Philip's work below.One way you can support our online articles and podcasts is by leaving us a tip. A tip is just a small amount, like $3, $5, or $10, which is the cost of a latte, lunch out, or coffee drink. To leave a tip, click here. Please see related articles and podcasts below:Mission Impossible FilmsEpisode 450: The Living Manifestation of Destiny: The Meaning in the Mission: Impossible Movies“The Living Manifestation of Destiny: The Meaning in the Mission: Impossible Movies”Christopher Nolan Films Episode 400: Rage Against the Dying of the Light: Christopher Nolan's Fighting FilmographyRage Against the Dying of the Light: Christopher Nolan's Fighting FilmographyHorror Movies: Episode 350 Possession and Exorcism Movies in a Modern AgeThe Power of the Devil Compels Us: Possession and Exorcism Movies in a Modern AgeSherlock Holmes Episode 243: The Fall of Sherlock: Investigating the Victorian Detective in a Modern AgeThe Fall of Sherlock: Investigating the Victorian Detective in a Modern AgeSteven Spielberg Movies:Episode 139 Clear Skies, Hurt Hearts, Can't Lose: Why Spielberg's Aliens Help Make us More HumanClear Skies, Hurt Hearts, Can't Lose: Why Spielberg's Aliens Help Make us More HumanAlfred Hitchcock films:Episode 100: A. Hitchcock FilmsThe Coen Brother's Films:Episode 050: O Father, Where Art Thou? The Coen Brothers and the Riddle of Existence“O Father, Where Are Thou? The Coen Brothers and the Riddle of ExistenceThe Films of Quentin Tarantino:Episode 001: The Films of Quentin Tarantino“Reservoir Gods: Quentin Tarantino's Premodern Theology  Don't miss an episode; please subscribe to the Postmodern Realities podcast wherever you get your favorite podcasts. Please help spread the word about Postmodern Realities by giving us a rating and review when you subscribe to the podcast. The more ratings and reviews we have, the more new listeners can discover our content.

Send us Fan MailWe're back with our eighth installment of the Oh Brother Criterion Collection reviews, and this one is our fourth Coen Brothers entry — the 2001 neo-noir masterpiece, The Man Who Wasn't There, celebrating its 25th anniversary.Billy Bob Thornton plays Ed Crane, a laconic small-town barber who speaks little but observes everything. When he discovers his wife Doris is having an affair with her boss Big Dave, Ed hatches a blackmail scheme to fund an investment in a dry cleaning operation — setting off a chain of events that spirals far beyond his control. It's classic Coen Brothers territory: crime, consequence, absurdity, and a richly drawn moral vacuum at the center of it all.We break down the full cast, including Frances McDormand as Doris, James Gandolfini as Big Dave, a scene-stealing Tony Shalhoub as attorney Freddie Riedenschneider, a very young Scarlett Johansson, and the always reliable John Polito. We also dig into Roger Deakins' stunning black-and-white cinematography — shot in color and reprinted in monochrome — and some of the film's most memorable sequences, including a brilliant tracking shot through an apartment hallway, a hubcap rolling down a hillside, and UFO imagery woven throughout Dennis Gassner's production design.On the Criterion side, we cover the full supplement package: the Coen Brothers' commentary track from 2004, a new 2025 interview with the brothers conducted by Megan Abbott, the Roger Deakins interview, and more. We also share our thoughts on whether the 4K upgrade is worth it if you already own the Blu-ray.The Man Who Wasn't There was a box office non-event in its time — roughly $19 million worldwide — but by any other measure it holds up as a quietly remarkable piece of filmmaking. Worth seeking out if you haven't seen it, and worth revisiting if you have.Support the showOh Brother Podcast:Support the Show! (Be The First to Listen with Early Access)Listen on all podcast platformsSubscribe on YouTubeFollow us on Instagram

This week on Geekstorians, Dave from Geektown looks at three films that did not behave the way Hollywood expected.‘The Rocky Horror Picture Show' arrived as a box office failure before midnight audiences turned it into a ritual. ‘Blade Runner' opened to confusion, studio interference and mixed reactions before becoming one of science fiction's most debated landmarks. And ‘The Big Lebowski' drifted into cinemas as a modest Coen Brothers oddity before fans turned The Dude into something far bigger, stranger, and, somehow, semi-spiritual.This is not a story about films that were secretly massive hits all along. It is about what happens when something strange, difficult or badly timed finds the people who need it later. Through late-night screenings, VHS, cable, DVD, festivals, quotes, costumes and arguments that refuse to die, these films became more than movies. They became communities.Season Two of Geekstorians has been about things that did not go to plan. This episode asks what happens when failure is not the end of the story, but the beginning of the cult.Presented by Dave from Geektown.For more on TV, film, gaming and geek culture, head to Geektown.co.uk, and check out Geektown Radio for the latest entertainment news, reviews and UK air dates.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/geektown. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Even we are impressed at the ground covered in only 74 minutes this week by your friends in podcasting! They start by going deep into the improvisational jazz of Sun Ra and dissecting comments Sonny Rollins made in a podcast about jazz being “ a music of freedom”. The Coen Brothers' 1991 masterpiece Barton Fink […]

Original Release Date: Monday 1 June 2026    Description:   Even we are impressed at the ground covered in only 74 minutes this week by your friends in podcasting! They start by going deep into the improvisational jazz of Sun Ra and dissecting comments Sonny Rollins made in a podcast about jazz being “ a music of freedom”.  The Coen Brothers' 1991 masterpiece Barton Fink gets revisited at 35 and is found to be better than ever. The film genre of neo-noir gets analyzed, and the all-too-overlooked Hickey & Boggs (directed by Robert Culp and co-starring Culp and Bill Cosby) gets championed as an outstanding exemplar of that genre. The death of certain kinds of horror tropes are foremost on Dean's mind after seeing Scream 7, whereas Phil is intrigued by the new generation of horror exemplified by the current box office sensations Backrooms and Obsession. Then, Dean and Phil switch genres yet again, and examine cinematic comedy through two documentaries (Mel Brooks: The 99 Year Old Man! and Marty, Life is Short), one all-time classic (Some Like it Hot) and two current releases in theaters (I Love Boosters and The Sheep Detectives).

Welcome to The Reel Schmooze with ToI film reviewer Jordan Hoffman and host Amanda Borschel-Dan, where we bring you all the entertainment news and film reviews a Jew can use. This week, we learn that famed actress and chanteuse Barbra Streisand received an honorary Palme D’Or at the Cannes Film Festival. Borschel-Dan, who is reading the artist's massive memoir, calls on all podcast fans to send in the names of their favorite Streisand films for a future episode. We then turn to the monumentally Jewish movie, "A Serious Man," written, produced, edited and directed by Joel and Ethan Coen in 2009. Set in 1967 Minnesota, the film focuses on the Gopnik family: father Larry, mother Judith, kids Danny and Sarah, and uncle Arthur. On the surface, the middle-class family appears to be merrily rolling along, anticipating Danny's approaching bar mitzvah. And then everything falls apart and it becomes a very funny retelling of the Book of Job. However, before the movie takes off, the audience is treated to a quote from the great rabbinic sage Rashi and is shown a Yiddish-only shtetl ghost story short -- just... because. Stay tuned for our duo's thoughts on the much-recommended Coen brothers' film, "A Serious Man." The Reel Schmooze is produced by Ari Schlacht and can be found wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From Oscar Gold to Fiction Filmmaking: Daniel Roher on Tuner How do you follow up winning an Academy Award? If you are Daniel Roher (Navalny), you resist the pressure to stay in your lane, take a leaf out of Bob Dylan's book, and make a massive leap into fiction! This week on The Filmmakers Podcast, Dom Lenoir sits down with Daniel to discuss his debut narrative feature, Tuner. Starring Leo Woodall, Dustin Hoffman, Havana Rose Liu, Lior Raz, and Jean Reno, the film is a brilliant blend of character drama and heist thriller. Daniel pulls no punches in this candid conversation about the realities of the industry. He shares how the Oscar opened doors, but why even at his level, the rejection never stops. He also breaks down the craft behind the film, explaining why he wrote the sound design into the script from day one, what it was like collaborating with master sound designer Johnny Burn, and his baptism of fire directing actors for the very first time.

Best known for his unforgettable turn as Jackie Chiles, the fast-talking, high-powered attorney Kramer turns to in Seinfeld, actor Phil Morris joins us for a thoughtful, funny, and full-circle conversation about legacy, identity, and the unexpected paths that lead to a life in show business!Phil shares how his portrayal of the character, famously inspired by Johnnie Cochran, took on a life of its own, leading to national commercial campaigns and even a memorable Honda spot directed by the Coen Brothers. He recalls his Seinfeld audition, in Jerry's office with Johnnie Cochran's  rhythms and intonations fresh in his mind since they shared the same barbershop!But as Jackie Chiles' spotlight brightened, the line between inspiration and frustration blurred, culminating in an unexpected cease and desist letter from Johnnie Cochran himself and an awkward barbershop encounter in which Johnnie had to concede that Phil is very funny!Our conversation also explores Phil's remarkable Hollywood lineage. As the son of Greg Morris, star of the original Mission: Impossible, Phil reflects on how his father's network TV starring role suddenly transformed their family's life, and handed them all the weight of being a uniquely high profile example of black representation on television at the time. He shares how a single appearance by his father on The Dick Van Dyke Show helped pave the way for what would eventually become The Cosby Show, and how his own path into acting began almost by accident while working on set as a production assistant.Phil went on to work alongside his father in the Mission: Impossible reboot, and today continues to bring depth to his roles across mediums, from live action to voice work. A devoted comic book fan with an extensive collection, he discusses how his love of superheroes informs performances like his portrayal of Silas Stone in Doom Patrol.Phil also offers a behind-the-scenes look at the unique process of voice acting, whether collaborating in a room full of actors or performing solo, “opposite” himself, plus the emotional impact of meeting fans at conventions who credit his work with making a real difference in their lives. Then we get into an IMDB Roulette that delves deep into some roles while requiring discretion in discussing others!In current recommendations --Weezy: Movie, Remarkably Bright Creatures in theaters and streaming on NetflixLisa: Netflix documentary series, Should I Marry A Murderer?Path Points of Interest:Phil Morris IMDBPhil Morris on WikipediaPhil Morris on InstagramPhil Morris on FacebookPhil Morris on CameoRemarkably Bright CreaturesShould I Marry A Murderer?

GREEN ROOM (2015) Director: Jeremy Saulnier Cast: Anton Yelchin, Imogen Poots, Alia Shawkat, Patrick StewartA punk band walks into a Nazi bar. No, that's not the setup for a joke — it's the setup for one of the most suffocating, nerve-shredding thrillers of the last decade. This week on Dewey Pod Monster, Sean and John dig deep into Jeremy Saulnier's 2015 siege film Green Room, where a broke touring punk band witnesses a murder backstage and suddenly finds itself trapped in a standoff with a very organized, very murderous gang of neo-Nazi skinheads. Spoiler: the dogs are not friendly.In this episode, we discuss:Captain Picard's Cold-Blooded Era — Patrick Stewart plays Darcy, the calculating Nazi ringleader, with such chilling charisma that both hosts can't stop talking about it. He's warm, persuasive, and absolutely terrifying — and apparently has been acting since the 1760s, so he's had time to practice.Would a Real Punk Band Actually Do This? — John goes full music nerd and calls out the movie's two biggest logical leaps: why any self-respecting anti-Nazi punk band would knowingly play a neo-Nazi club, and how they survived long enough to open with Nazi Punks Fuck Off without getting murdered on stage. Sean defends the film. John is unconvinced.The Art of Doing More With Less — Shot on a $5 million budget with basically three sets, Green Room delivers a masterclass in compressed, claustrophobic tension. The hosts debate whether it's a horror film, a thriller, or just a really unpleasant Tuesday night — and explore how Saulnier's visual style echoes David Fincher's color palette and controlled camera work.One-Handed Shotgun Detour — The conversation takes a brief detour to John's other watch this week, The Rip (Netflix), starring Ben Affleck and Matt Damon in a cop drama that almost holds together — right up until Affleck fires a shotgun with one hand out a moving SUV window. John has thoughts.We Also Talked About:Long Shot (1981) (Internet Archive) — A Leif Garrett teen heartthrob vehicle about a high school soccer star who plans to fund his European football dreams by winning a foosball tournament. It is exactly as good as that sounds.Long Gone (1987) (Youtube) — An HBO baseball film set in 1957 following the fictional Tampico Stogies minor league team, starring William Petersen and Dermot Mulroney. A discovered gem to some; "it was fine" to Sean.The Lowdown (2025) (Amazon) — An FX series starring Ethan Hawke as a truth-chasing freelance journalist in Tulsa investigating what may or may not be a murder. Coen Brothers vibes, from the director of Reservation Dogs. Sean's wife kept interrupting him.Disco Lunch by The Boy Detective (Youtube) — A southeastern Michigan ska-horror-punk album that John is furious he didn't listen to sooner. Available on streaming and in vinyl variants at Pinkerton Records.Unlocked (Netflix) — A real-jail social experiment show where prisoners are allowed to semi-govern themselves. John watched Season 2 and found himself unable to sympathize with a single person in it.Blue Ruin (2013) — Saulnier's previous film and the first entry in his loose "revenge trilogy." Essential viewing if Green Room is your entry point.Rebel Ridge (2024) — The unofficial third film in Saulnier's spiritual trilogy. Mentioned as context for why Sean has been tracking this director for years.New episodes of the Dewey Pod Monster podcast drop every week. We're proud members of the YouRun Podcast Network.

Simon Helberg is best known for playing Howard in the hit sitcom "The Big Bang Theory" for 12 seasons, but he has also built a notable and varied film career working with people like Leos Carax, the Coen Brothers, and a stand-out performance opposite Meryl Streep in "Florence Foster Jenkins." For his latest, he returns to television in Jonathan Glatzer's Silicon Valley series "The Audacity" on AMC. On this episode, he talks about why he's "precious" about the first read of a script, ponders the paradox of character vs. self, shares some tidbits he gleaned from Ms. Streep, sums it all up with three important words: "Expect and Affect," plus much more! Back To One is the in-depth, no-nonsense, actors-on-acting podcast. In each episode, host Peter Rinaldi invites one working actor to do a deep dive into their unique process, psychology, and approach to the craft.  Subscribe to Back To One on Substack Follow Back To One on Instagram

Our exit today has us stepping through the door and we're floating in a most peculiar way. This week, we are talking about Mr. Deeds, written by Tim Herlihy and directed by Steven Brill. And we have brought along our most frequent passenger, Mitchell Beaupre!Along the way, we of course compare the film to Tripp's beloved 1936 original, talk a lot of Adam Sandler and Winona Ryder, think about the purpose of remakes, and even talk The Coen Brothers, Charles Laughton, John Woo, Richard Pryor, Billie Eilish, shoplifting, DVD collecting, Tripp's childhood goldfish, and a little David Bowie.And listen to some behind the scenes exploits where we finally learn if Ross actually listens to what Tripp is saying!Theme music by Jonworthymusic.Powered by RiversideFM.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CFF Films⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with Ross and friends.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Movies We've Covered on the Show⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Letterboxd.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Movies Recommended on the Show⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Letterboxd.

In Part 2 of our episode we look at Barry Levinson's Liberty Heights, from 1999. This was the fourth time that Levinson went to the well of life in Baltimore, and the second we've looked at (we still need to get to Tin Men and Avalon). The film is not a response to any of his Baltimore films, but was a response to his portrayal of Dustin Hoffman's character in the film Sphere, which got him thinking about his youth and led to the story seen here. COMING ATTRACTIONS: In our next episode we'll be looking at some men who are searching for God in their own way. We start with A Serious Man (2009), directed by the Coen Brothers, and move on to The Tree of Life (2011), directed by Michael McCracken. Join us, won't you?

Chris Paul and Burning Bright tackle the 2007 Coen Brothers masterpiece No Country for Old Men, adapted from Cormac McCarthy's novel and starring Tommy Lee Jones, Javier Bardem, Josh Brolin, and Woody Harrelson. The guys agree it's a modern American classic, and dig into why a film with such a stripped-down setting and plot manages to carry such enormous philosophical weight. The conversation moves through Sheriff Ed Tom Bell's opening monologue about not wanting to "put his soul at hazard" against an evil he doesn't understand, the nature of psychopathy and whether inherent evil exists, and Anton Chigurh's coin-flipping determinism versus Carla Jean's stark refusal to play his game. They unpack Carson Wells as a coward who depends on the rules of the system, the off-screen death of Llewelyn Moss as a deliberate breaking of storytelling rules, and why Chigurh, not Bell or Moss, is arguably the true protagonist whose arc actually changes. From there they zoom out to the dark night of the soul, systemic evil, why the enemy lost its mandate after World War II, the gas pump sticker meme, and how moral relativism quietly leads good people into advocating for monsters.

Two young men from Minnesota set out with a simple dream, a dream of making mildly surreal genre pastiches with character actors and beautiful cinematography, and I'm talkin' about the Coen Brothers here, and their first 3 movies shot by the iconic Barry Sonnenfeld. Blood Simple (1984)Raising Arizona (1987)Miller's Crossing (1990)

As a comedic crime thriller set in snowy Minnesota and featuring a sheriff protagonist, it would be pretty tough for the new Bob Odenkirk-starring shoot-em-up Normal to avoid comparisons to Fargo, and since we will never pass up an opportunity to discuss the Coen Brothers' 1996 classic, that's precisely what we will be comparing it to next week. But first we'll spend this week discussing why Fargo remains so discussable even after multiple viewings, what makes Marge Gunderson — or maybe Jerry Lundegaard — such an effective protagonist, and how the film's unusual structure and tonal shifts can take even the most seasoned viewer by surprise. Then in Feedback, we keep The Drama going with an encore presentation of our disagreement about that film's ending. Please share your thoughts about Fargo, Normal, or anything else in the world of film, by sending an email or voice memo to comments@nextpictureshow.net, or leaving a short voicemail at (773) 234-9730. This episode is presented by⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Regal Unlimited⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, the all-you-can-watch movie subscription pass that pays for itself in just two visits. Use code NEXTPIC26 for 15% off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our journey through some of the wackier Coen Brothers capers continues this week as we take on The Hudsucker Proxy, a star-studded, over-the-top affair that is equal parts His Girl Friday and Roadrunner cartoon, and is every bit as ungainly as that description makes it sound.CHAPTERS:(00:00:00) - The Nextlander Watchcast Episode 175: The Hudsucker Proxy (1994)(00:00:20) - Intro.(00:01:28) - Our movie this week: The Hudsucker Proxy!(00:10:49) - How this movie got made, and discussion of its ill box office fortunes.(00:25:03) - Break!(00:25:26) - We're back, and it's time to tell the tale of Norville Barnes.(00:35:04) - Everything's going great at Hudsucker Industries, until it isn't.(00:40:04) - Let's hatch a stock scam.(00:44:22) - Mailroom mayhem, and the introduction of the Blue Letter.(00:57:17) - A perfect patsy is born, but one ace reporter smells a bunko scam.(01:05:20) - A fabricated meet-cute at the diner, and Amy becomes a Muncie gal.(01:10:20) - Taking a letter, and the fancy dress ball.(01:21:02) - The dawn of the extruded plastic dingus.(01:28:29) - The stock scam is in shambles, and Norville is tripping on his own dingus.(01:32:20) - Norville's dancing dreams, and the downfall.(01:42:25) - Long way down (one more thing).(01:54:14) - The epilogue, and our final thoughts.(02:02:13) - Our film for next week is a killer one: Raising Arizona!(02:03:48) - Outro.

Today on the podcast we will be revisiting one of our favorite films from not only the Coen Brothers but also this century, 'True Grit' (2010)! You can find our social channels below: Tony Mikel: https://www.instagram.com/tonymikeltalksfilm/ https://letterboxd.com/clappernoise69/ Commentary Pod Info: IG:  https://www.instagram.com/tcommentarypod/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TCommentaryPod Podbean: https://thecommentarypod.podbean.com/ ------------------------------ Intro/outro music created by Patrick Baxter! You can find his social channels below as well: https://spamcaller.bandcamp.com/

Our exit today has us trying to diffuse a bomb using seating at Madison Square Garden. This week, we are talking about Bad Company, written by Gary M. Goodman, David Himmelstein, Jason Richman, and Michael Browning and directed by Joel Schumacher.Along the way, we talk a lot about Anthony Hopkins and Joel Schumacher, along with Die Hard, the Coen Brothers, Hamlet, the World Trade Center, action comedies, and a fun game about 2002 trailers!Theme music by Jonworthymusic.Powered by RiversideFM.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CFF Films⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with Ross and friends.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Movies We've Covered on the Show⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Letterboxd.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Movies Recommended on the Show⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Letterboxd.

This week, we discuss the Coen Brothers' stylish satire of the Golden Age of Hollywood, Hail, Caesar!SPOILER ALERT We will be talking about this movie in its entirety, including the mystery of "The Future" and the ultimate resolution of Baird Whitlock's kidnapping. If you haven't seen this film, we strongly suggest you watch it before listening to our takes.A Universal Pictures and Working Title Films production. Released on February 5, 2016. Directed, written, produced, and edited by Joel and Ethan Coen. Starring Josh Brolin, George Clooney, Alden Ehrenreich, Ralph Fiennes, Jonah Hill, Scarlett Johansson, Frances McDormand, Tilda Swinton, and Channing Tatum. Cinematography by Roger Deakins. Music by Carter Burwell.The story follows a single, chaotic day in the life of Eddie Mannix (Josh Brolin), a "fixer" for Capitol Pictures in 1951. Mannix spends his days (and nights) suppressing scandals and managing the fragile egos of the studio's stars. His world is thrown into disarray when the studio's biggest star, Baird Whitlock (George Clooney), is kidnapped from the set of the prestige Roman epic Hail, Caesar! Tales of the Christ by a mysterious group calling themselves "The Future." As Mannix juggles a pregnant starlet's image, a singing cowboy's transition into high-society drama, and a persistent pair of rival gossip columnists (both played by Tilda Swinton), he must also weigh a lucrative, low-stress job offer from Lockheed against his grueling but soul-stirring devotion to the magic of the movies.

Miller's Crossing is a lesser loved Coen Brothers but we find a lot to think on as we get deep in on mob movies and the greatness that is Jon Polito. We talk about: Wild At Heart, Gentleman Prefer Blondes, Of The Devil, Netrunner Divorce, Cash Cleaner Simulator, Clerks, Coens Run, The Strap, Air Bud Villains, The Rumpus, Bernie The Little Birthday Boy, Comedy Fat Son, Lio Is So Good At Shooting, Tom Destroys So Many Friendships, Chasing Hats, The Dane Is Cool, John Turturro Is Confusing, Finding A Body, Sam Raimi Suit, Buscemi Is Doomed To Die, What Heart, Hard Men With Sad Eyes, High Hats, Big Hats, Evil Villain Finance,

After an unexpectedly long odyssey that delayed the Watchcast's scheduled arrival, we're finally back to our movie watching ways, and launching into our month of Coen Brothers comedies, starting with the duo's southern-fried take on one of the great Homeric works in O Brother, Where Art Thou?!CHAPTERS:(00:00:00) - The Nextlander Watchcast Episode 174: O Brother, Where Art Thou? (2000)(00:01:04) - Intro(00:02:53) - It took us longer than we expected to get back, but we're finally here. Now, on a totally unrelated subject, let's talk about The Odyssey.(00:09:17) - The music, and some chatter about our main cast.(00:16:46) - Some last production notes.(00:23:32) - What was our familiarity with this one prior to this watch?(00:27:01) - Break!(00:30:01) - The blind seer's prophecy, and a night on the farm.(00:40:41) - A genuine geographical oddity, and the dreamiest Baptism you ever did see.(00:43:43) - Meeting Tommy at the Crossroads, and singin' into a can.(00:54:19) - Money talk around the campfire, and the introduction of Babyface.(01:04:55) - The sirens, a toad, and Big Dan.(01:13:17) - Homer Stokes, the Wharvey gals, and the pater familias.(01:21:59) - Reuniting with Pete, and rescuing Tommy from the klan.(01:30:11) - Everything converges at the music hall.(01:37:34) - Babyface's fate, and one last challenge to overcome.(01:44:41) - The McGills reunited.(01:46:10) - Final thoughts.(01:49:45) - Next week's movie: The Hudsucker Proxy!(01:51:57) - Outro.

We've never read a Supergirl comic and it's time to change that! We're taking a look at Tom King & Bilquis Evely's 8-issue miniseries, Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow, which also serves as the inspiration behind her new movie. But is it secretly a Coen Brothers movie in disguise??? Then we're continuing The Ultimates with issue #8 where we meet some new cast members! Next Time: We celebrate April Fool's Day with Marvel's Smallville parody, Marville (2002)!

YDirector Barry Sonnenfeld joins Jason Alexander and Peter Tilden on this episode of the Really? no Really? Podcast with more true stories from his career as both a Hollywood director and cinematographer. Peter discovered a TED Talk that Barry did called How to Get People to Do What You Want, that was fascinating, funny and very informative. Barry also has a new book out called, Best Possible Place, Worst Possible Time: True Stories from a Career in Hollywood, that's filled with fascinating stories spanning his whole career in Hollywood. From starting off as a cinematographer for the Coen Brothers to directing blockbuster movies like Men In Black, The Addams Family and Get Shorty. Barry will share some pretty entertaining stories. Some of our favorite stories include a scene from Get Shorty that needed to be cut for budget purposes but was also the head of MGM's favorite scene. Plus, you'll want to hear about his story working with Tommy Lee Jones and Rip Torn on Men In Black. They truly hated he each other. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back folks to the Man Cave Movie Review, the podcast where we review the good, the bad, and the ugly of movies for men and women. Thanks for joining us tonight for episode 380, The Big Lebowski, starring Jeff Bridges, John Goodman, Steve Buscemi, Julianne Moore, John Titoro, Tara Reed, David Huddleston, Philip Seymour Hoffman. And I'm just gonna stop there with Sam Elliott because quite honestly, I could just keep going. But it's really an all-star cameo cast of people that are in a Coen Brothers movie. Thanks for tuning in and apologies for the delay in our podcast. Things have been fluid around here. Sit back and listen as Ken and Jeff tell you about the best part of this movie and it ain't the dude!!

Film buffs around the world know the North Dakota city of Fargo thanks to the 1996 classic by the same name. The Coen Brothers filmed their darkly comedic, crime drama in Minnesota and filled it with scenes of bitter cold and exaggerated accents to represent their home state. The film turned 30 in March around the same time that Fargo's movie theater celebrated 100 years. The theater is commemorating both those birthdays Tuesday with a screening of Fargo and a Q&A event with Swedish actor Peter Stormare. He played the bleach-blonde, silent kidnapper Gaer Grimsrud, who's most infamous for his dealings with a woodchipper at the end of the film. Stormare talked with MPR News Fargo/Moorhead reporter Tadeo Ruiz Sandoval about the film's 30th anniversary.

You betcha! Jay and Shua head up to the snowy Midwest to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Fargo and explore the wonderfully weird world of the Coen Brothers. From woodchippers to wild film trivia, we dig into dark comedies, sci-fi fun, and some seriously enjoyable pop culture picks.   News A Ready Player One graphic novel adaptation is arriving this fall with a Target-exclusive release ahead of a wider 2027 launch.   Spaceballs 2 is officially set for April 23, 2027, bringing back Mel Brooks, Rick Moranis, and more for a long-awaited sequel.   The original stars of Charlie's Angels reunited at PaleyFest LA to celebrate the show's 50th anniversary.   Check out our TeePublic store for some enjoyable swag and all the latest fashion trends What we're Enjoying Shua is fired up about the Artemis II mission and the excitement it's generating around science, exploration, and human achievement. He highlights how inspiring it is to see the world come together around discovery and encourages everyone to embrace curiosity and learning. Jay has been enjoying Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice, a time-travel comedy on Hulu starring Vince Vaughn. A fun, entertaining ride with plenty of humor and a chance to see Vaughn stretch his performance in double the ways.     Sci-Fi Saturdays -  This week on Sci-Fi Saturdays Jay looks into Bumblebee (2018), diving into why it stands out in the Transformers franchise. Is it the emotional core of the film? Maybe the character-driven storytelling elevates it beyond typical robot battles. Both John Cena and Hailee Steinfeld bring depth and authenticity to a story about connection and growth. Read his article on RetroZap.com. And make sure to play around with the interactive map on MCULocationScout.com. This week he's added some new locations from Daredevil: Born Again season 2. Plus, you can tune in to SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua talk about great stuff in the MCU.   Enjoy Chicken Fricasee!  Jay and Shua bundle up and head into the snowy cinematic world of the Coen Brothers, and the 30th anniversary of Fargo. Along the way, they explore the early years of Joel and Ethan Coen, breaking down how their unique storytelling style evolved through crime dramas, comedies, and genre-bending films.   From the gritty beginnings of Blood Simple to the quirky chaos of Raising Arizona and the award-winning brilliance of Fargo, the discussion is packed with humor, insight, and appreciation for the brothers' unmistakable voice. It's a fun, fast-paced look at a decade-plus of filmmaking that changed indie cinema forever.   Have you been to Fargo? Do you know what the guys looked like? Let us know! First person that emails me with the subject line, "Kinda funny lookin'" will get a special mention on the show.  Let us know. Come talk to us in the Discord channel or send us an email to EnjoyStuff@RetroZap.com 

You betcha! Jay and Shua head up to the snowy Midwest to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Fargo and explore the wonderfully weird world of the Coen Brothers.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Entertain This! Podcast, we review the 1996 Coen Brothers film Fargo, where snowy politeness occasionally masks rather unremarkable miscalculations, including one notably memorable woodchipper incident. We examine the film's competent blend of crime, dark humor, and Midwestern restraint, noting Frances McDormand's steady portrayal of Marge Gunderson alongside William H. Macy's depiction of hapless desperation.While the Coens' dialect-driven wit and visual irony lend a measure of amusement to this tale of ambition gone somewhat sideways, the narrative ultimately registers as solid yet unexceptional. Spoiler filled and measured in tone, tune in for our balanced assessment of why Fargo qualifies as a respectable, if not indispensable, example of independent filmmaking. New episodes are released on a regular schedule; subscribe today.Support the show

After a hiatus we are back with another episode of Popping Into Movies! We discuss the Coen Brothers, 80's parenting flicks, and share some exciting news all while talking about Raising Arizona.

Hudsucker Proxy is a film often seen as one of the rare misses in the Coen Brothers canon. It's been reclaimed though as one of their underrated classics and a blistering fun comedy. Where do we land on it? Well.. don't quit your day job Coen Brothers. We talk about: Fast Talking, Life Is Strange 2, Maple Fest, Netrunner Tournaments, Myst Endings, Earthborn Rangers, Retro Rewind, Slay The Spire, Before Movies, Sam Raimi, A Movie (Not) For Ashley, Magical Black Men, Paul Newman, Window Jumper, A Business Company, Tim Robbins Isn't Great, Bad Romance, A Disappointing Female Character, Hula Hoop, Learned It From Watching You, Buzz Sucker, Oh Daddy-O, A Baffling Ending, Lava Lamp Sex, Hula Hoop Scenes,

We all know what sound is, but are we any good at describing it?This week's guest is a musician, writer and one of independent music's wisest observers. Damon Krukowski has been playing in bands since the ‘80s, drumming for dreampop originals Galaxie 500 and, for the past 30 years, fronting Damon & Naomi with his partner Naomi Yang.He's also written three books about sound and its strange, intangible properties (most recently Why Sound Matters) and he's a proud member of UMAW, a cool young labour union for music workers.It was a privilege to talk to Damon about the full spectrum of sound – from noise pollution and sodcasting to the merch table, from the ‘red herring' of intellectual property to the hidden value of hanging out backstage.Unsurprisingly he had several excellent movies to recommend to us, including one for all you Coen Brothers fans out there.Before that, we debrief our recent nights out and the last ever weekend at Corsica Studios, which could still be going as far as we know. We also hear your Rockufiction feedback and offer a hot new entry to the canon: Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie. Get full access to No Tags at notagspodcast.substack.com/subscribe

The Big Lebowski (1998) | Vintage Cinema Review w/ Dave, Matt & ZapDave, Matt, and Zap review The Big Lebowski on Vintage Cinema Review, covering its R rating, 117-minute runtime, release dates, Coen Brothers direction and writing, budget and box office, Los Angeles setting, and major cast including Jeff Bridges, John Goodman, Steve Buscemi, Julianne Moore, Philip Seymour Hoffman, and John Turturro. They walk through the plot from the ruined rug and mistaken identity through the kidnapping/ransom chaos, the nihilists, Jackie Treehorn, Maude's revelations, and Donny's death, highlighting quotes, repeated phrases, bowling alley banter, and memorable scenes. They share fun facts (including TV edit lines, inspirations for characters, camera tricks, and film registry preservation) and end with their ratings.00:00 Welcome to Vintage Cinema00:31 Why Lebowski Rules00:59 Movie Facts and Coens02:53 Cast Roll Call03:38 Marker04:43 VHS Synopsis Setup05:56 Opening Scene Breakdown08:01 Dude Style and Quotes08:53 Marker10:03 Bowling Alley Banter13:30 Rug Swap and Bunny15:57 Marker17:42 Meet Jesus Quintana21:26 Ransom Drop Disaster24:26 Maude and Missing Money25:37 Answering Machine Era27:28 Logjamming and Toe Reveal29:45 Ferret Threats and Chaos33:23 TV Edit and Iconic Bits35:55 Pope Bear Mashup36:10 Soundtrack Deep Cuts37:07 Walkman Bowling Audio37:51 Maude Reveals The Scam39:11 Green Toe Clue40:14 Coen Brothers Filmography41:03 Walter Exposes Lebowski41:25 Nihilists Attack Again42:30 Flea And Bowling Ball Fight44:23 Donny Funeral Chaos45:44 Outfits And Haircuts47:14 Coffee Can Urn Bit48:21 Fun Facts Segment52:56 Casting And Fan Theories01:01:31 Doism And Hi Fi Gear01:04:19 Ratings And Final Thoughts01:08:30 Wrap Up And Plugs

You could call this a Worst Best Picture winner. You shouldn't, but some actually do. The Coen Brothers' adaptation of Cormac McCarthy's No Country for Old Men became an instant classic upon release in 2007, winning four Academy Awards and all the critical praise. We wanted to cover it because we love it so much. Guest Peter Baldeo is here to talk about it.___Please consider joining our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/wwibofficialYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whywasntitbetterLetterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/wwibpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/wwib_officialX: https://x.com/WWIBpodcastSubscribe! Rate! Review! Tell a friend!

Kenny Carman and Anthony Lima analyze the filmography of Paul Thomas Anderson and the Coen Brothers, debating which director's style matches their own. They also discuss the value of NFL Combine metrics versus game tape and Kadyn Proctor's potential as a draft prospect. 02:14 - Movie Director Comparison 07:13 - Film Perspectives Evolving 14:36 - Lebowski And John Goodman 17:20 - Tape Versus Combine 23:13 - Mock Draft Plans

Our final episode of Soundtrack month is with guest Upstairs Steve as we escape jail to discuss O Brother, Where Art Thou?This is Upstairs Steve's first time watching the movie.How great is that old-timey folk soundtrack? Who gives the best Heat check in the movie? How have we never covered a Coen Brothers before? And what happened when Tim & Tommy saw Blade Runner 2049 in theaters?? All this and more on this week's Haven't Scene It!Follow us on Social Media:Twitter: @SceneItPodInstagram: @SceneItPodTiktok: @SceneItPodBluesky: ‪@podsceneit.bsky.socialYoutube: @HaventSceneIt- Old Glory (15% Off)

In this episode, we do a classic rewatchable review of the 1996 crime thriller Fargo, directed by the Coen Brothers and starring Frances McDormand, William H. Macy, and Steve Buscemi. We discuss whether the film still holds up after all these years, and we debate whether the TV series that followed has heightened the film’s legacy or is even better than the original.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

RSS/iTunes/Spotify Check out the full HOW DO YOU DO, FELLOW KIDS? archive right here On a brand new episode of HOW DO YOU DO, FELLOW KIDS? we’re finding a stranger in the alps with THE DUDE and all his funny pals in The Coen Brothers’ neo-noir cult favorite THE BIG LEBOWSKI from 1997. Featuring Jeff Bridges as the dude, John Goodman as his pal Walter Sobchak and – of course – the great Steve Buscemi as the mild-mannered Donny (and also Julianne Moore, Philip Seymour Hoffman, John Turturro, Sam Elliott and MORE). We talk about Dudeism, oat sodas, Caucasians.. all that stuff! Enjoy!The post Episode 316 – How Do You Do, Fellow Kids? – The Big Lebowski (1997) first appeared on Cinema Smorgasbord.

Today, we celebrate the birthday of a tremendous actor who elevates every film that he's in. Of course, we are talking about Mr. Oscar Isaac. In his prolific career, Isaac has helmed many blockbuster franchises. Still, he hasn't shied away from layered, mysterious, and sometimes horrifying characters - those are the type of performances that we tackle in this week's episode. We start with Oscar Isaac's star-making performance as a struggling folk singer in the Coen Brothers' Inside Llewyn Davis. Next, in what is perhaps Isaac's most haunting and complex performance to date, he plays William Tell, a mysterious gambler with a nightmarish past in Paul Schrader's The Card Counter. Finally, Isaac tackles a role that many great actors have tackled before: Victor Frankenstein. But in Guillermo Del Toro's Frankenstein, Oscar Isaac breathes new life and pain into the iconic character. Have you seen these films? Which is your favorite? What is your favorite Oscar Isaac film?❗️SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE ❗️Support the showSign up for our Patreon for exclusive Bonus Content.Follow the podcast on Instagram @gimmethreepodcastYou can keep up with Bella on Instagram @portraitofacinephile or Letterboxd You can keep up with Nick: on Instagram @nicholasybarra, on Twitter (X) @nicholaspybarra, or on LetterboxdShout out to contributor and producer Sonja Mereu. A special thanks to Anselm Kennedy for creating Gimme Three's theme music. And another special thanks to Zoe Baumann for creating our exceptional cover art.

Amy Landecker has been in a TON of stuff we're fans of from the best Coen Brothers film A Serious Man to Transparent to The Handmaid's Tale plus episodes of everything from Mad Men to Curb Your Enthusiasm, and that's barely scratching the surface of her career. While doing press for her new film For Worse, which she WROTE DIRECTED and STARS in (and which is IN THEATERS NOW for NY and LA folks and expanding across the country THIS FRIDAY), Amy stopped by the ol' Zoom CT couch to talk about how the idea of gender identity has changed between her and her child's generations, life in sobriety, meeting her second husband, the list about cats and dogs, hanging out on a Pride float with Bradley's manager and SO MUCH MORE! PLUS, obvi, we answer YOUR advice questions! If you'd like to ask your own advice questions, call 323-524-7839 and leave a VM or just DM us on IG or Twitter!Andy's latest essay can be found here! Also, we're in culture critic and Vulture writer Sean Malin's book The Podcast Pantheon: 101 Podcasts That Changed How We Listen!ALSO BUY A SUPER CUTE "Open Your Hearts, Loosen Your Butts" mug! And:Support the show on Patreon (two extra exclusive episodes a month!) or gift someone a Patreon subscription! Or get yourself a t-shirt or a discounted Quarantine Crew shirt! And why not leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts? Or Spotify? It takes less than a minute! Follow the show on Instagram! Check out CT clips on YouTube!Plus some other stuff! Watch Naomi's Netflix half hour or Mythic Quest! Check out Andy's old casiopop band's lost album or his other podcast Beginnings!Theme song by the great Sammus! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're on winter break, so in this special Best of episode, we start with the current state of Dems trying to appeal to the youths, Jason tells us all about vibecoding some incredible new tools for the pod, and then we go all the way back to Episode 6(!) of Dune Pod. Relive how we were dealing with deeeep COVID and Jason's nervousness about whether Dune Part 2 would even get made. Plus we're joined by Ian De Borja as we tackle one of the GOATs, The Coen Brothers' No Country for Old Men!Chapters Introduction (00:00:00) Best of Escape Hatch: No Country for Old Men (00:23:03) Notes and Links Check out Escape Hatch Merch! Our all new collection of swag is available now and every order includes a free Cameo style shoutout from Haitch or Jason. Browse our collection now. Join the Escape Hatch Discord Server! Hang out with Haitch, Jason, and other friends of the pod. Check out the invite here. Escape Hatch is a TAPEDECK Podcasts Jawn! Escape Hatch is a member of TAPEDECK Podcasts, alongside: 70mm (a podcast for film lovers), Bat & Spider (low rent horror and exploitation films), The Letterboxd Show (Official Podcast from Letterboxd), Cinenauts (exploring the Criterion Collection), Lost Light (Transformers, wrestling, and more), and Will Run For (obsessed with running). Check these pods out!. See the movies we've watched and are going to watch on Letterboxd Escape Hatch's Breaking Dune News Twitter list Rate and review the podcast to help others discover it, and let us know what you think of the show at letters@escapehatchpod.com or leave us a voicemail at +1-415-534-5211. Follow @escapehatchpod on Bluesky,Instagram, and TikTok. Music by Scott Fritz and Who'z the Boss Music. Cover art by ctcher. Edited and produced by Haitch. Escape Hatch is a production of Haitch Industries.

The iconic folk duo met at an audition for the only country music band at a prestigious jazz school in Boston. They immediately clicked, and joined the rich lineage of Americana artists that stretches back centuries.In their 20s, Gillian Welch and David Rawlings discovered they had something special when they sang together, a sort of eerie emotional resonance that is usually confined to the blood harmonies produced when siblings sing together.Ever since they've been making music together which draws on the bluegrass, country and folk traditions they love.In their historic recording studio in Nashville, Tennessee (which has withstood three tornadoes in the last century), they craft haunting songs about the ugly and beautiful parts of humanity.For Gill and Dave, the DNA of folk music is something we can all contribute to, and which contributes to all of us.Gillian Welch and David Rawlings are currently touring Australia's eastern states. You can find information about where and when they are playing on their website.Their seventh studio album is called Woodland, named after their indestructible studio.This episode of Conversations was produced by Meggie Morris. Executive Producer is Nicola Harrison.This episode of Conversations was produced by Meggie Morris. Executive Producer is Nicola Harrison.It explores music, recording, career musicians, Woody Guthrie, The Carter Family, Lead Belly, revival folk, Bob Dylan, Joan Baez, Simon & Garfunkel, Joni Mitchell, Emmy Lou, Dolly Parton, Southern America, United States, Pete Seeger, Love, relationship, natural disaster, Neil Young, Gordon Lightfoot, Leonard Cohen, Odetta, Harry Belafonte, Rhiannon Giddens, banjo, guitar, mandolin, true crime, murder ballad, Revival, Time (The Revelator), Soul Journey, The Harrow & The Harvest, All the Good Times (Are Past & Gone), Grammy Awards, Grammys, songwriting, Coen Brothers, O Brother, Where Art Thou?To binge even more great episodes of the Conversations podcast with Richard Fidler and Sarah Kanowski go the ABC listen app (Australia) or wherever you get your podcasts. There you'll find hundreds of the best thought-provoking interviews with authors, writers, artists, politicians, psychologists, musicians, and celebrities.

Ethan Coen fans, we have good news and bad news for you. We're adding Honey Don't, the 2025 sapphic noir comedy to the Coen Brothers Brothers library. Bad News: we didn't love it. But we do sing some praises about the second in the Coen/Cooke lesbian B-movie trilogy. Features: Abe Epperson: https://bsky.app/profile/abeepp.bsky.social Michael Swaim: https://bsky.app/profile/michaelswaim.bsky.social Support Small Beans and access Additional Content: https://www.patreon.com/SmallBeans Check our store to buy Small Beans merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/the-small-beans-store