Podcast appearances and mentions of Heath Ledger

¡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

On episode 157 of the Director Watch Podcast, co-hosts Ryan McQuade and Jay Ledbetter are joined by founder and podcast host at InSession Film JD Duran and Editor-In-Chief of InSession Film Dave Giannini discuss the next film in their Christopher Nolan series, The Dark Knight (2008). Welcome back to Director Watch! On this AwardsWatch podcast, the boys attempt to breakdown, analyze, and ultimately, get inside the mind of some of cinema's greatest auteurs. In doing so, they will look at their filmographies, explore what drives them artistically and what makes their decision making process so fascinating. Add in a few silly tangents and a fun game at the end of the episode and you've got yourself a podcast we truly hope you love. In what might be the single most important film of the 21st century for blockbuster filmmaking, The Dark Knight turned Christopher Nolan into the legend, iconic filmmaker he is today, creating a comic book, action packed crime thriller that elevated the entire genre, creating a film that audiences would obsess over for decades to come; the definitive comic book movie. With an all-time performance from the late Heath Ledger, Nolan upped the stakes of this second Batman film to be more about the fight to save soul of Gotham City, and gain hope in the future beyond the capes and clowns, and created a epic masterpiece. Ryan, Jay, JD, and Dave break down their thoughts on the film, the action set pieces, the battles for Gotham with our flawed heroes, Ledger's iconic Joker, the special effects work on Two-Face, the legacy of this film and why it's (more or less) aged so well. You can listen to the Director Watch Podcast wherever you stream podcasts, from iTunes, iHeartRadio, Soundcloud, Stitcher, Spotify, Audible, Amazon Music and more. You can also listen on the AW YouTube page. This podcast runs 2h53m. The guys will be back next week to continue their series on the films of Christopher Nolan with a review of his next film, Inception. You can rent it via iTunes and Amazon Prime rental in preparation for the next episode of Director Watch. Till then, let's get into it. Music: MUSICALIFE, from Pond5 (intro) and "B-3" from BoxCat Games Nameless: The Hackers RPG Soundtrack (outro).

The Mirage of Order: Why the World Fears the JokerWhy does a comic book villain with no superpowers, no definitive origin story, and an absolute lack of political ideology command the highest echelons of modern pop culture? From accidental comic panels in 1940 to making history with multiple actors winning Academy Awards for the same role, the Joker has transcended fiction to become a profound socioeconomic phenomenon. This video essay unpacks how an underfunded, $55 million character study grew into a $1 billion cultural mirror that terrified federal intelligence agencies and exposed the fragile scaffolding of our modern institutions.Through the lens of Jungian psychology, we break down the concepts of "Narrative Transportation" and the "Jungian Shadow"—explaining why millions of ordinary people subconsciously cheer for a symbol of absolute chaos. We trace the business lineage of Hollywood's most lucrative character, from Jack Nicholson's historic contract restructuring to Heath Ledger's immortalized method acting, and finally to the rise and devastating fall of the franchise with its $144 million sequel blunder in 2024.When the social safety nets of mental health, economic stability, and media integrity collapse simultaneously, the resulting vacuum breeds something unpredictable. Is the Joker truly a monster, or is he simply the logical byproduct of a failing system?What are we truly hiding behind our collective smiles?

The Mirage of Order: Why the World Fears the JokerWhy does a comic book villain with no superpowers, no definitive origin story, and an absolute lack of political ideology command the highest echelons of modern pop culture? From accidental comic panels in 1940 to making history with multiple actors winning Academy Awards for the same role, the Joker has transcended fiction to become a profound socioeconomic phenomenon. This video essay unpacks how an underfunded, $55 million character study grew into a $1 billion cultural mirror that terrified federal intelligence agencies and exposed the fragile scaffolding of our modern institutions.Through the lens of Jungian psychology, we break down the concepts of "Narrative Transportation" and the "Jungian Shadow"—explaining why millions of ordinary people subconsciously cheer for a symbol of absolute chaos. We trace the business lineage of Hollywood's most lucrative character, from Jack Nicholson's historic contract restructuring to Heath Ledger's immortalized method acting, and finally to the rise and devastating fall of the franchise with its $144 million sequel blunder in 2024.When the social safety nets of mental health, economic stability, and media integrity collapse simultaneously, the resulting vacuum breeds something unpredictable. Is the Joker truly a monster, or is he simply the logical byproduct of a failing system?What are we truly hiding behind our collective smile?

Send us Fan MailJoin the fight for independence and rally with the hosts as they prepare to review the sweeping Revolutionary War drama The Patriot, starring Mel Gibson, Heath Ledger, Jason Isaacs and directed by Roland Emmerich. Still celebrated more than two decades later, The Patriot endures for its emotional storytelling, standout performances, and its large-scale, unforgettable battle sequences that bring the era vividly to life. The hosts pair the film with The Martini Revolution cocktail. So let's march back onto the battlefields of the Revolutionary War and revisit one of cinema's most enduring tales of liberty, family, and perseverance.Be sure to listen, subscribe, and follow the show on Instagram and YouTube @the.gentlemenpodcast.

In today's episode of The Quiz, we're testing your cinematic knowledge by stripping away the lead actors and focusing on the powerhouse ensembles that made these films legendary. Can you name the movie from these iconic supporting casts? Supervillain Sequels: Which groundbreaking superhero sequel brought together the star-studded supporting talents of Michael Caine, Heath Ledger, Gary Oldman, and Aaron Eckhart? Adventure Classics: An unforgettable adventure began with this crew. Can you name the legendary film that features Karen Allen, Paul Freeman, Ronald Lacey, and John Rhys-Davies in the credits? Beloved Musicals: We tune into a timeless musical masterpiece. Which classic film features the supporting talents of Richard Haydn, Peggy Wood, Charmian Carr, and Eleanor Parker? Play. Share. Listen, with Actress Jill Whelan.           Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hang ten brothers! Today we're talking all about the explosion of skateboarding and the legendary Z-Boys. This movie stars Emile Hirsch, Heath Ledger, Johnny Knoxville, and was directed by Catherine Hardwicke. Come listen and enjoy with us, we're catching air on half pipes, and doing gnarly tricks in a swimming pool! We are proud to announce our NEW Patreon is available: https://www.patreon.com/reviewinghistory Please Like and Subscribe! Click the Bell to Get Notifications! Please give us a rating and a review on ApplePodcasts. It helps potential sponsors find the show! Check out The Wholly Roast use promo code RHP26 or Rhist26 Sign up for @Riversidefm: https://www.riverside.fm/?via=reviewi... Sign up for @BetterHelp: https://betterhelp.com/reviewinghistory Buy Some Merch: www.reviewinghistorypod.com/merch Email Us: Reviewinghistorypod@gmail.com Follow Us: www.facebook.com/reviewinghistory twitter.com/rviewhistorypod letterboxd.com/antg4836/ letterboxd.com/spfats/ letterboxd.com/BrianRuppert/ letterboxd.com/brianruppert/list…eviewing-history/ twitter.com/Brianruppert #comedy #history #podcast #comedypodcast #historypodcast #lordsofdogtown #american #americanhistory #filmmaking #CatherineHardwicke #emilehirsch #heathledger #skateboarding #70s #tonyhawk #skating #xgames #zboys #film #cinema #movies #moviereview #filmcriticisms #moviehistory #hackthemovies #redlettermedia #rlm #historybuff #tellemstevedave #tesd

Today's episode of The Rizzuto Show somehow turns into a full-blown academic collapse as the gang spirals into a chaotic spelling bee competition that proves middle schoolers are smarter than every adult in the room. Seriously… nobody could spell “diarrhea” without looking like they were fighting demons. If you've ever confidently spelled a word wrong in a work email and immediately wanted to move to another country, this episode of your favorite daily comedy show is for you.The crew dives into the insanity of the Scripps National Spelling Bee, where kids are out here spelling words nobody's ever heard while grown adults on this show can barely survive “separate” and “bougie.” Lern absolutely battles for her life trying to spell basic words while Rizzuto and the gang provide the emotional support of raccoons fighting over French fries. Honestly, if spelling counted as cardio, this episode would qualify as CrossFit.Then things shift into celebrity chaos with Crap on Celebrities featuring emotional David Lee Roth stories, Ted Nugent tour updates, Nicolas Cage lying in Elvis Presley's bed, and the heartbreaking realization that Heath Ledger is still gone and we're all still upset about it. Plus: Russell Crowe yelling at autograph hunters, Jerry Seinfeld allegedly crushing a child's spirit, and James Corden once again proving that every rude celebrity rumor about him somehow feels believable.Also in today's mess:Beartooth singer Caleb Shomo publicly comes out and opens up emotionally about his journeyReba McEntire continues being America's favorite redheaded auntRob Base gets remembered properly because “It Takes Two” still slaps at weddingsThe gang debates celebrity jerks and who's secretly awful in real lifeRizz delivers a Dracula impression so powerful it may legally count as theaterThis daily comedy show is packed with celebrity news, hilarious fails, pop culture commentary, weird news, music stories, and the kind of sarcastic group therapy only The Rizzuto Show can provide. If you like funny podcasts, comedy talk, STL humor, and hearing adults completely unravel over third-grade vocabulary words, congratulations — you found your people.Subscribe for more daily chaos from The Rizzuto Show, the funny morning show proudly representing St. Louis one disaster at a time.Follow The Rizzuto Show → linktr.ee/rizzshow for more from your favorite daily comedy show.Connect with The Rizzuto Show Comedy Podcast online → 1057thepoint.com/RizzShowHear The Rizz Show daily on the radio at 105.7 The Point | Hubbard Radio in St. Louis, MO.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Send us Fan MailLook, it's really very simple.  Heath Ledger is a suicidal fraud with amnesia and a magic pipe, who is also sometimes 3 other actors, and falls in with a medieval theater troupe in present-day London, where they operate as a front for an immortal, alcoholic monk with a post-graduate degree who uses a magical portal to Candyland to weigh human souls as a way to compulsively gamble his mortal dauther's life against the Christian Devil.   You know, that old chestnut. 

“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

Heath Ledger's breakout Hollywood role is something different to what it might appear. Hark! A modern retelling of The Taming of the Shrew, wherein a shrewd and sharp-tongued maiden must be courted ere her gentle sister may pursue love's sweet embrace. A roguish young man, paid in secret coin, doth woo the fierce Katarina with unexpected sincerity, and love blooms where trickery first planted its seed. Yet when deception is laid bare, hearts are rent asunder — until repentance and a most earnest sonnet restore what folly nearly destroyed.

This Friday's episode sees Daniel get the wonderful opportunity to speak to photographer and filmmaker Sam Jones. Across a plethora of different mediums throughout a varied career, Sam has poured creativity and passion into every project to create long lasting impacts.From 2013-2020 Sam hosted the documentary series "Off Camera", where he conducted conversations with stars that include Daniel Radcliffe, Matt Damon and Jessica Chastain. As a director for advertisements, he recently directed a series of commercials for "OnePlus" featuring Robert Downey Jr, as well as music videos for artists like the Foo Fighters.Perhaps notable is his work as a photographer. Sam's portraits of stars like Sandra Bullock, George Clooney, Bob Dylan and Jack Nicholson to name only a few have appeared on the covers on renowned publications from Vanity Fair, Rolling Stone, Esquire, GQ, Time, Entertainment Weekly and Men's Journal. On today's episode, Sam will be sharing incredible anecdotes from his career, such as photographing the legendary Heath Ledger during the promotion of "Brokeback Mountain". He'll discuss what it was like meeting and capturing images of then President Barack Obama and how his early years shaped and defined what he would ultimately go on to excel at.Plus he'll discuss what it was like working for iconic magazines such as Rolling Stone.All of this & more on today's episode of "Creatively Me".Sam Jones - https://www.samjonespictures.com/Sam Jones on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/samjonespictures/?hl=enConnect with Daniel on Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/d.heaphymedia/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with Daniel on Facebook -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://m.facebook.com/100067449105174/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with Daniel on LinkedIn -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ie.linkedin.com/in/daniel-heaphy-4984381a3⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Daniel on IMDB -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.imdb.com/name/nm13256427/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0_tt_1_nm_7_q_DANIEL%2520HEAPHY⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email - creativelymepodcast@gmail.com“Creatively Me” Theme Music by Bukky -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/artist/1v7rqTLaVA3Ce6Q9R98dSq⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Daniel Heaphy is a twenty-six years old graduate of a BA in Creative Digital Media and an MA in Film & Screen Media. He is a writer, actor, filmmaker and podcast host. His short-film work has been screened in festivals across Ireland and the UK. His debut novel for children and teens "Breanne 1975" was released in August 2024. He launched the podcast "Creatively Me" in February 2024.

Paul Bettany is back and so is Vision with the upcoming Marvel series, Visionquest! But first up for the actor is the Starz series, AMADEUS, co-starring Will Sharpe. Here Paul chats about all of it including the unlikely film that landed him his Marvel role, whatever happened to the MASTER & COMMANDER sequel, his memories of Heath Ledger and more. Plus, Benjamin Wagner joins Josh to talk about his new documentary, FRIENDS & NEIGHBORS, in which he confronts the chronic stress epidemic and his own personal journey with it. Watch FRIENDS & NEIGHBORS now on VOD! SUPPORT THE SHOW BY SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! Rula -- Rula patients typically pay $15 per session when using insurance. Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.rula.com/happy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ #rulapod Quince -- Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Quince.com/HAPPYSAD ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠for free shipping and 365-day returns. Limited Time Offer–Get Huel today with my exclusive offer of 15% OFF online with my code happy15 at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://huel.com/happy15.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ New Customers Only. Thank you to Huel for partnering and supporting our show! UPCOMING EVENTS! 5/17 -- Billy Eichner in NY -- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tickets here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 5/18 -- Power Ballad w/Paul Rudd & Nick Jonas -- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tickets here⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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

How We Seeez It! Episode 335, A Knight's Tale (2001) “You have been weighed, you have been measured, and you have absolutely... been found wanting.” — Wat, Roland, Kate, and Chaucer Going back 25 years for this one. From 2001, we have a fun medieval sports love story. Heath Ledger leads the group, but he might get overrun by some of the other cast members: Laura Fraser, Mark Addy, Alan Tudyk, and Paul Bettany. Surprisingly fun and touching all in one. Join us for our discussion, and don't forget about our cocktails for this episode. There should be some good ones. As always, mix a drink, have a listen, and let us know what you think. Or let us know if there is something you watched that we might enjoy, or a can't-miss series. Also, please rate and review the show on all your favorite podcast apps. Drinks for the episode: "The Knight of Your Heart" 1 1/2 oz Bas-Armagnac XO 1/2 oz dry vermouth 1/2 oz Saint-Émilion Bordeaux syrup 1/4 oz fresh lemon juice 1 barspoon falernum 1 dash orange bitters Lavender mist "Poor Country Knight" 4 oz Cherry Vanilla whiskey 1 large Muddle Strawberry  1/2 squeeze lemon Shaken and pour into Collin's glass Topped with Ginger Beer Garnished with Strawberry and wooden Lance   Show links: https://hwsi.podbean.com/e/a-knights-tale-2001/  HWSI LinkTree HWSI Facebook Link HWSI Instagram Link HWSI Youtube link !! You can also email the Podcast at the.HWSI.podcast@gmail.com

Nothing makes a good movie better than a great villain. In a new Boston SciFI series we start looking at Over the Top SciFi Villains. First up are a bunch of incredible bad guys - Dr. Emilio Lizardo (Buckaroo Banzai), Jean-Bpatiste Zorg (The 5th Element), Kurgan (Highlander), Heath Ledger's The Joker and the nefarious Agent Smith (The Matrix). Breaking it down for us are two respected film directors Paul Salamoff & David Giancola. Please check in and let us know who your favorite villain is and why. And please be sure to comment, like, subscribe our podcasts.#films #sciencefiction viillains #badguys #sickos #indiefilmmaker #films #filmfestival #Boston  #cinema #cinematography  #movies #indiefilm  #timetravel #cultfilm #Watchparty  #cultfilm  #35mmYou can find us on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, I Heart Radio, Google Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts from. You can also find us on our YouTube Channel, BostonSciFi.Thank you. Please comment, like and share. And if you have an idea for a podcast, please share it with us. Many of our podcasts include movie trailers and clips from movies. These may sometimes be sounds, not dialog. 

Skate or die! Heath and Brandon cover Lords of Dogtown. The boys discuss the vibe of 1970s California, the elite soundtrack of this movie as well as Tony Hawk Pro Skater, Heath Ledger's amazing performance, Brandon being a poser, and their favorite skateboarders.Follow us on Instagram @thecakeeaterspodEmail us at thecakeeaterspod@gmail.com

Huzzah! Prithee! Our collective take on 2001s “A Knight's Tale” is confusion! We're confused about why 12-year-old Samantha wasn't obsessed with it, about whether or not Heath Ledger's short hair could be styled more than one way, and about who all wanted to kiss Heath Ledger. It wasn't the worst of times, it wasn't the best of times… the references in this description are all over the place

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I will constantly sing this movies praises, especially Heath Ledger and Julia Stiles in this incredible movie.

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

MOVIE KNIGHT! Join Tom, Dan, and Sarah as they sally forth unto the WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS OF JOUSTING in the 2001 live-action sports anime, "A Knight's Tale," the pre-Game of Thrones medieval fantasy that taught us even the lowliest peasant can change his stars, ignore the oppression of a feudal caste system, and make their dad proud if they just believe hard enough. Like a collection of Pilgrim's tales, this movie is greater than the sum of it's parts; this anachronistic period piece uses modern music and The Big Game sports vibes to tap into the melodrama of a rags-to-riches underdog story. Heath Ledger and Paul Bettany give it their all, screaming their passion at you with such unironic intensity that you will be stomp-stomp-clap-ing in your seat like any medieval peasant all jacked up on Queen. Contained within: Chaucer's literary contributions, uncooked pasta lances, and Famous Dan, real-life best friend of British C-tier celebrity.

International carrot day. Entertainment from 1964. Martin Luther King assassinated, 1st woman in US elected as a Mayor, World Trade Center opened, NATO formed. Todays birthdays - Muddy Watters, Anthony Perkins, Craig T. Nelson, Robert Downey Jr., Nancy McKeon, Heath Ledger, Natasha Lyonne.Intro - God did good - Dianna Corcoran https://www.diannacorcoran.com/Carrots are yummy - From Kids EnglishCan't buy me love - The BeatlesUnderstand your man - Johnny CashBirthdays - In da club - 50 Cent https://www.50cent.com/Whats this all about - Muddy WatersExit - Cowboys are crazy - Jolie & Sonny https://jolieandsonny.com/History & Factoids about today Playlist on SpotifyHistory & Factoids about today webpagecooolmedia.comcountryundergroundradio.com

Josh Todd, Eric André, and Mike McCready are also celebrating, while Heath Ledger would have been 47

Josh Todd, Eric André, and Mike McCready are also celebrating, while Heath Ledger would have been 47

Krabämm!! Wie ein Meteorit der aufgekratzten Stimmung landet diese druckfrische Folge eures Lieblingspodcasts bei den verehrten Kurvis im Vorgarten. Und ja, eure beiden Lieblingshummelfluglotsen haben euch auch diese Woche wieder einen schönen bunten Strauß illustrer Themen zum dran schnuppern mitgebracht: Warum ist jetzt wieder JEDER gefühlt Bundestrainer? Wieso darf Deniz Undav nicht Joker sein, aber Heath Ledger und Joaquín Phoenix schon? Was sagt der Milf Hunter und wo muss BWL-Justus so dringend hin? Darüber hinaus bekommt ihr tolle Rezeptideen für TK-Brötchen (190 Grad Ober- und Unterhitze), ein paar Einblicke in die aktuelle Özil-Doku und das beste Magenta-WM-Team aller Zeiten…pssst: Kloppo is coming! Habt ihr aber nicht von uns, okay? Frohe Ostern, ihr Eierhasen. ❤️ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andrew Keegan Goes OFF on Acting, Tarantino & Heath Ledger

THE LONG AWAITED FINAL EDITION OF THE DANCING BETWEEN THE RAINDROPS TRILOGY, FEATURING BEHIND-THE-SCENES, NEVER-BEFORE-TOLD CELEBRITY ANECDOTES & “THE MAGNIFICENT MR. & MRS. MAPLE,” OUT IN TIME FOR EARTH DAY Nelson Aspen is releasing the last edition of his best-selling trilogy, "Dancing Between The Raindrops,” with “Happily Ever After,” following the most recent release of “The Hollywood Years." The books are loosely based on his own life, filled with larger-than-life stories from Hollywood and New York. "Dancing Between the Raindrops: Happily Ever After?” is the third installment in my steamy, star-studded semi-autobiographical series. Possible topics to discuss include: *** Jackie was Nelson's writing mentor. Tutored him on when to use a real name and when to use a faux name. Advising ... — "Don't be afraid to get your hands dirty handling cash. Books don't sell themselves.” — “Dont shy away from sexy scenes in your — Even if they claim they don't read that sort of thing, they'll be curious about it … if only to judge you for it!” *** Covering all the major awards, including the Oscars and Golden Globes. *** Other great personal anecdotes about … — Nicole Kidman's wedding to Keith Urban — Michael Jackson's death and subsequent investigation, funeral, and trial of Conrad Murray. — Robin Williams' and Heath Ledgers death. — The Arrest of Hugh Grant — Pulling a joke on Jodie Foster and having a prank pulled on Nelso by Tina Fey & Margot Robbie — Soap opera kinships with Julianne Moore & Sitcom star Jennifer Aniston — Friendship with Jamie Lee Curtis *** Nelson has many cute personal stories about other personalities including — Interviews with Dick Van Dyke, Julie Andrews, Farrah Fawcett, Whitney Houston, Harrison Ford, Betty White, Naomi Watts, Jeff Bloomberg, Reese Witherspoon, Jason Momoa, Barbara Eden, Debra Messing, Tony Bennett, Olivia Newton-John, Cate Blanchett, Hugh Jackman, Miley Cyrus, Susan Sarandon, Lynda Carter, Michael Buble', Loretta Lynn, etc *** In addition to his novel "Kindred Spirits: A Titanic Tale" being adapted as a screenplay by Award-winning writer Jude Gerard Prest, Nelson is also currently rehearsing a play by Joanna Pickering, "Sylvie & Sly." He and stage & screen star Ilene Kristen play the title characters in this outrageous two-person comedy being shot for screen and developed for vertical video. After leaving his long running position as Host of “Sunrise," Nelson published the first of the "Dancing Between the Raindrops" book series. Tracing Nelson's three-decade-long career as a reporter, the final tome in the trilogy (in 'fictionalised' form), 'Happily Ever After'. Book Description: "Dancing Between the Raindrops: Happily Ever After?" is the final installment in Nelson Aspen's steamy autobiographical trilogy which chronicles his alter-ego contending with a cutthroat showbiz nemesis and a forced reinvention in middle age all while searching for elusive, lasting love. From Tinseltown to Broadway, with glamorous international destinations in between, not even a global pandemic can keep our optimistic playboy from his determination to live "happily ever after." "Dancing Between The Raindrops: Happily Ever After” By Nelson Aspen Publisher: Red Sky Presents Hardcover/Paperback and/or Kindle. Paperback and Kindle. Audible soon. Pub Date: Jan 7 2026 ISBN: 979-8242694101 Size: 6 x 0.79 x 9 inches Price: $16.99 Pages: 347 ALSO ANNOUNCING THE PENDING RELEASE: In Time For Earth Day, April 22, 2026 *Release of "The Magnificent Mr. & Mrs. Maple" (slated for Earth Day, April 22). This is his 11th published book, but first one for kids! It is a children's book for kids 8-12 to open the discussion about fractured/separated families.

Everyone's got a genre they love to hate — but what if you've been wrong this whole time?This week, we're defending the underdogs. Disco, Outlaw Country, ‘80s Rap, and yes, even Metallica all walk into the courtroom, and we're playing defense attorney. We'll dig up the deep cuts you forgot existed, the classics you never gave a real chance, and the songs that just might make you a convert.Plus — we uncover the real-life singer whose haunting voice and wild persona became the blueprint for Heath Ledger's unforgettable Joker. Come in a hater. Leave a fan. Maybe.Listen to full songs featured on this episode here:Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/7akjgVjWoD92z1mUZMmNqg?si=Y8l3de2oS4SA2LqI4b2sXw&pi=wYGe-kLtQHOQjApple Music:https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/so-you-think-you-hate-disco-outlaw-country-80s-rap/pl.u-yZ1rImNvPWSend us a voicemail and hear yourself on the next episode:https://www.speakpipe.com/The70sVsThe80sSend us an email:The70svsthe80s@gmail.com

German director Roland Emmerich built his reputation on spectacle—massive visual effects, global destruction, and mythic storytelling about the collapse and rebirth of civilizations. On this episode we examine Emmerich's career through three defining films: The Patriot, The Day After Tomorrow, and 2012. The Patriot cast Mel Gibson and Heath Ledger in a Revolutionary War epic developed after the success of Emmerich's 1990s blockbusters, combining large-scale battle production with historical drama and earning strong box office and Oscar attention. The Day After Tomorrow, starring Dennis Quaid and Jake Gyllenhaal, turned climate catastrophe into one of the 2000s' biggest disaster spectacles, grossing over $500 million worldwide. Emmerich doubled down with 2012, featuring John Cusack, Chiwetel Ejiofor, and Woody Harrelson, a massive $200 million production inspired by Mayan calendar apocalypse fears that earned nearly $800 million globally. Together these films show how Emmerich refined the modern disaster blockbuster—combining cutting-edge effects, global stakes, and mythic storytelling into a cinematic brand that still shapes big-budget spectacle today.Disclaimer: The following may contain offensive language, adult humor, and/or content that some viewers may find offensive – The views and opinions expressed by any one speaker does not explicitly or necessarily reflect or represent those of Mark Radulich or W2M Network.Mark Radulich and his wacky podcast on all the things:https://linktr.ee/markkind76alsohttps://www.teepublic.com/user/radulich-in-broadcasting-networkFB Messenger: Mark Radulich LCSWTiktok: @markradulichtwitter: @MarkRadulichInstagram: markkind76RIBN Album Playlist: https://suno.com/playlist/91d704c9-d1ea-45a0-9ffe-5069497bad59 

Junto al actor de doblaje Claudio Serrano, habitual de Christian Bale y Ben Affleck, conversamos sobre El Caballero Oscuro. El Caballero Oscuro es el mayor éxito de taquilla de las distintas sagas de Batman. Y también un film de superhéroes trascendental en la historia del género, que cimentó y confirmó la carrera de su director, Christopher Nolan, y supone todavía hoy un modelo de "blockbuster" a imitar por todos. En compañía de Claudio Serrano, actor de doblaje de Christian Bale (y que también ha hecho las veces de Bruce Wayne en las películas protagonizadas por Ben Affleck y las versiones animadas y de videojuegos del personaje) conversamos largo y tendido sobre El Caballero Oscuro, uno de los films más míticos del siglo XXI y, para muchos, todavía un ejemplo a imitar. Se destaca la importancia de El Caballero Oscuro como un thriller de gran calado que disecciona la fragilidad de las sociedades occidentales. La cinta de Nolan es vista como una advertencia contra el populismo demagógico y la anarquía que intentan subvertir el orden institucional. El Joker, interpretado magistralmente por Heath Ledger, no es un villano convencional motivado por el dinero, sino un agente del caos que busca demostrar que, bajo presión, cualquier ciudadano supuestamente civilizado puede renunciar a sus principios morales. Frente a esta amenaza nihilista, la figura de Batman emerge como el defensor de la libertad individual y la ley, incluso si para ello debe convertirse en un paria. Claudio Serrano comparte detalles fascinantes sobre su trabajo en el doblaje de la trilogía de Nolan. Explica que la voz de Batman no fue una mera elección estilística, sino una necesidad narrativa para distanciar al héroe del multimillonario Bruce Wayne. Serrano comenta que Christian Bale propuso esa voz gutural para reflejar a un personaje que está al límite de su cordura, alguien que se disfraza de murciélago para combatir el crimen desde las sombras. El debate también aborda la evolución del personaje, comparando la visión de Nolan con la de directores como Tim Burton o la más reciente The Batman de Matt Reeves, subrayando que la versión de Bale posee una coherencia realista que la hace destacar sobre el resto. Un punto fundamental del audio es el análisis de la geopolítica en Gotham. Los tertulianos discuten cómo la ciudad es un trasunto de Nueva York o Chicago y cómo Nolan refleja las preocupaciones de la era post-11S. Se menciona la legitimidad del uso de la tecnología de vigilancia masiva, un debate que sigue vigente hoy en día, y cómo el héroe asume la responsabilidad de sus actos frente a un sistema que a menudo es incapaz de protegerse a sí mismo. Esta visión del héroe trágico, que debe cargar con los pecados de la ciudad para mantener viva la esperanza, es uno de los pilares que convierten a la película en una obra de culto imperecedera. En el apartado técnico, se elogia la audacia de Christopher Nolan al priorizar los efectos físicos y las maquetas sobre los efectos digitales generados por ordenador. Se resalta el uso pionero del formato IMAX, que permite una inmersión total del espectador, y la banda sonora de Hans Zimmer, descrita como un in crescendo infinito que genera una tensión constante. Los participantes recuerdan escenas icónicas como el atraco inicial al banco o la persecución en el túnel, señalando que la excelencia cinematográfica de estas secuencias se debe a una planificación meticulosa que huye de la estética sobrecargada de otras franquicias contemporáneas. Finalmente, la conversación deriva hacia el futuro del personaje y el deseo de ver a Ben Affleck retomar el papel bajo la dirección del propio actor, basándose en la calidad de guiones que se han filtrado anteriormente. Se concluye que El Caballero Oscuro es una experiencia que merece ser revivida en la pantalla grande, pues su capacidad para interpelar al espectador sobre la naturaleza del bien y del mal sigue siendo tan potente como el primer día. La película no solo es entretenimiento de primer nivel, sino un recordatorio de que las sociedades necesitan símbolos de justicia que trasciendan las debilidades humanas.

The Patriot. The historical epic has been as mainstay in Hollywood since almost the inception of film and the late 20th century saw a resurgence in the genre.  In this episode of The 602 Club host Matthew Rushing welcomes Ry Paulson to celebrate America 250 by talking about The Patriot. We discuss first revolutions, another actor, Mel Gibson, atrocities of war, a time for war, a time for peace, Jason Isaacs, Heath Ledger, production, the score, battle scenes, historical accuracy and our ratings.  Chapters First Revolution (00:03:17) Another Actor (00:06:30) Mel Gibson (00:10:21) Atrocities of War (00:19:10) A Time for War, A Time for Peace (00:31:22) Jason Isaacs (00:38:33) Heath Ledger (00:42:19) Production (00:46:10) The Score (00:50:21) Battle Scenes (00:54:32) Historical Accuracy (00:57:31) Ratings (01:02:29) Host Matthew Rushing Guest Ry Paulson Production Matthew Rushing (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer)  Social Twitter: @The602Club Instagram: @the602clubtfm Letterboxd: the602club

The Patriot. The historical epic has been as mainstay in Hollywood since almost the inception of film and the late 20th century saw a resurgence in the genre. In this episode of The 602 Club host Matthew Rushing welcomes Ry Paulson to celebrate America 250 by talking about The Patriot. We discuss first revolutions, another actor, Mel Gibson, atrocities of war, a time for war, a time for peace, Jason Isaacs, Heath Ledger, production, the score, battle scenes, historical accuracy and our ratings. Chapters First Revolution (00:03:17) Another Actor (00:06:30) Mel Gibson (00:10:21) Atrocities of War (00:19:10) A Time for War, A Time for Peace (00:31:22) Jason Isaacs (00:38:33) Heath Ledger (00:42:19) Production (00:46:10) The Score (00:50:21) Battle Scenes (00:54:32) Historical Accuracy (00:57:31) Ratings (01:02:29) Host Matthew Rushing Guest Ry Paulson Production Matthew Rushing (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) Social Twitter: @The602Club Instagram: @the602clubtfm Letterboxd: the602club

The Patriot.The historical epic has been as mainstay in Hollywood since almost the inception of film and the late 20th century saw a resurgence in the genre. In this episode of The 602 Club host Matthew Rushing welcomes Ry Paulson to celebrate America 250 by talking about The Patriot. We discuss first revolutions, another actor, Mel Gibson, atrocities of war, a time for war, a time for peace, Jason Isaacs, Heath Ledger, production, the score, battle scenes, historical accuracy and our ratings. ChaptersFirst Revolution (00:03:17)Another Actor (00:06:30)Mel Gibson (00:10:21)Atrocities of War (00:19:10)A Time for War, A Time for Peace (00:31:22)Jason Isaacs (00:38:33)Heath Ledger (00:42:19)Production (00:46:10)The Score (00:50:21)Battle Scenes (00:54:32)Historical Accuracy (00:57:31)Ratings (01:02:29)HostMatthew RushingGuestRy PaulsonProductionMatthew Rushing (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Matthew Rushing (Executive Producer) SocialTwitter: @The602ClubInstagram: @the602clubtfmLetterboxd: the602club

Another mind bending podcast with Jennifer Shaffer and Rich Martini inviting Luana Anders and her clipboard to talk to us from the flipside. In today's edition, Amelia Earhart comes forward to talk about our appearance on Gaia's #BEYONDBELIEF the previous week where we spoke about her and the book SHE WAS NEVER LOST: THE AMELIA EARHART SAGA.  Then Heath Ledger stopped by, as he knows one of Jennifer's clients that she's speaking with this week.  I heard Robert Duvall's voice in my kitchen the other day, and wondered if he might want to speak. Since he worked with Sally Kellerman on the film MASH (directed by Robert Altman) I thought perhaps Robert or Sally's pal Bud Cort might stop by for a chat from the flipside. As it turned out "one of the two" was willing to take our speaker's chair and answer our questions. That was the acclaimed actor Robert Duvall - and as one can observe in the podcast, it was a long time before Jennifer realized who I was referring to. All of the folks that I asked about are either on the flipside, people that he worked with (Marlon Brando, Fred Roos, Robert Towne, etc) and I asked him if he had messages for some of his pals still on stage (Dustin Hoffman, Francis Coppola, his wife Luciana, etc.)  He recalled having lunch with me in a noisy cafe in Santa Fe (Luana and Gene Hackman were there as well.)   Again - the reason we do this podcast is to demonstrate how easy it is to speak to our loved ones offstage. They're eager and waiting to converse with us - and there are three methods one can use to learn new information from them. 1. Hypnotherapy. I recommend the four to six hour session as done by therapists trained by the Newton Institute. 2. Guided meditation. A person can open themselves up to a conversation using meditation. 3. Mediumship. People like Jennifer who work with law enforcement agencies daily, pro bono, so I know how effective she can be.  In this case, I have had conversations with, or talked to all of the people mentioned in this episode.  I've written and or directed 10 feature films - many have never heard or seen any of them, but either my relationship with Luana Anders, Charles Grodin, or the actors I've worked with before allows me to use the "six degrees of separation" idea to converse with them - or have our pal Luana Anders invite them for a conversation. I've been doing this now for two decades - I met Jennifer about 11 years ago, and we've been doing this weekly for all that time. So it's not like we don't have our own language to speak with each other.   We did appear on Gaia's BEYOND BELIEF last week, which will air sometime soon and is about the book SHE WAS NEVER LOST; THE AMELIA EARHART SAGA. (There are some clips and previous podcasts about the book at the "Hacking the Afterlife" podcast page on YouTube. #RobertDuvall, #HeathLedger, #CarlWeathers, #PaulNewman, #GeneHackman, #SallyKellerman, #BudCort, #CharlesGrodin Enjoy. 

Does The Dark Knight still hold up 18 years later? We brought it back to the big screen at Alamo Drafthouse St. Louis for our first Screen & Social of 2026 — and the fan reactions were

In this episode, Angela interviews attorney Eido Walny about estate planning lessons learned from the mistakes of celebrities. Walny emphasizes that despite their fame and wealth, celebrities face similar estate planning challenges as everyone else, and their mistakes can offer valuable lessons for all. He shares insights into the estate planning issues of celebrities such as Prince, Heath Ledger, Robin Williams, Michael Jackson, and Warren Burger. Key Takeaways

What do Jeremy Strong, Christian Bale, Daniel Day-Lewis, Wesley Snipes, Jared Leto, and Heath Ledger have in common? Besides gobs of accolades, they are all infamous method actors! Let's talk about the process in this daily dose. www.orwhatevermovies.com.   818-835-0473 orwhatevermovies@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are kicking off our Month of Love in peak '90s fashion.   On today's brand new episode, we debate Heath Ledger's early heartthrob status, gush over that insane stadium high school and the marching-band serenade, dig into the movie's feminist angles, pile on praise for Larry Miller, and float a wild fan theory that Patrick Verona grows up to be The Dark Knight's Joker.  Join us for a review of 1999's 10 Things I Hate About You •0:00:00 - Introductions •0:04:30 - Memories of first viewing •0:07:30  - Pertinent movie details  •0:12:15  -  Critical and fan reviews •0:21:00 - Scene by scene breakdown  •1:25:00 - Modern day ratings —————————————————————— SPONSORS-  **BIG GROVE- Check out our beers of the episode here- http://BigGrove.com  **PROGRESSIVE- Visit http://progressive.com  **NordVPN-  Grab your EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal by going to http://nordvpn.com/breakfast to get a Huge Discount off your NordVPN Plan + 4 additional months on top! It's completely risk-free with Nord's 30-day money-back guarantee! **FABLETICS-  Get 80% off everything when you sign up as a VIP! Just head to http://Fabletics.com/confused  —————————————————————— **Support us at http://patreon.com/confusedbreakfast for bonus weekly episodes, voting on upcoming movies, giving your modern-day ratings on our movies and much more. **Mail us something   The Confused Breakfast PO Box 10016 Cedar Rapids, IA 52402-9802 Special thanks to our executive producers- Josh Miller, Starling, Dylan Mick and NicMad. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Let's put a smile on that face. After years of waiting we are finally covering Christopher Nolan's 2008 masterpiece The Dark Knight! We discuss the pain that Alfred endures on the yacht, Batman being a creepy weirdo, Heath Ledger's showstopping performance, ranking the batmen and the insane practical effects. Also: Michelle's Buster journey! Seth's brownie journey! Bane shows up, oh no! Check it out! Ad-free versions of all of our episodes are available on our Patreon When you sign up you also get access to our bonus shows, Discord server, shout out on the show AND you get to vote on monthly episodes and themes and a 25% discount in our merch store. That's a lot for only $5 a month! For more info and to sign up visit us on Patreon You can also give a Movie Friends subscription here: Gift a Movie Friends Subscription! Visit our website Check out our merch store Send us an email! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram Fill out our listener survey

Hollywood's history with “the heavy,” Jack Nicholson, Miles Davis, Tom Waits, Stanley Kubrick, and more collide as Zeth breaks down Christopher Nolan's 2008 film ‘The Dark Knight' starring Heath Ledger as The Joker. Plus, we make a mixtape inspired by Ledger's beloved performance. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hollywood's history with “the heavy,” Jack Nicholson, Miles Davis, Tom Waits, Stanley Kubrick, and more collide as Zeth breaks down Christopher Nolan's 2008 film ‘The Dark Knight' starring Heath Ledger as The Joker. Plus, we make a mixtape inspired by Ledger's beloved performance. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Heath Ledger's preparation for and disappearance into his movie roles is legendary, and it's what helped him play repressed cowboys, junkies, and maniacal clowns equally well. His research led him to junkies who taught him how to properly shoot up using a stolen prosthetic arm and fake blood, and to a personal diary full of cut-and-paste madness. The paparazzi, however, mocked Heath's method, and took their public quarrel with him to duplicitous lengths. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heath Ledger's preparation for and disappearance into his movie roles is legendary, and it's what helped him play repressed cowboys, junkies, and maniacal clowns equally well. His research led him to junkies who taught him how to properly shoot up using a stolen prosthetic arm and fake blood, and to a personal diary full of cut-and-paste madness. The paparazzi, however, mocked Heath's method, and took their public quarrel with him to duplicitous lengths. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, I'm joined by Richard Handley, author of The Hawks Are Not Dying, a novel rooted in real events that helped shape modern Ojai, which could have easily looked very different.Set in the early 1980s, The Hawks Are Not Dying follows a man who finds purpose — and unexpected romance — while joining a scrappy coalition of activists determined to stop a shopping-center development from destroying the meadows he loves. Along the way, the story brings to life many of the real people who stood up to overdevelopment and helped protect Ojai from becoming another Southern California sprawl, threatened by freeways, gypsum and uranium mines, and unchecked growth.In our conversation, Richard reflects on the preservation battles that defined an era, the personalities who shaped Ojai's environmental ethic, and how storytelling can carry civic memory forward. We also explore his work in Western Australia, where he developed education programs with Aboriginal communities — an experience that deepened his understanding of land, culture, and stewardship.We did not talk about Heath Ledger, barramundi fishing or the Great Barrier Reef.This episode is a meditation on activism, love of place, and the quiet heroism of people who say “no” when it matters most. Look for "Hawks" at Bart's Books, Poppies Art & Gift, as well as online at Amazon — https://www.amazon.com/Hawks-Are-Not-Dying/dp/B0FP8F23YG

Before cementing her status as a bonafide comedic talent, Rose Byrne (Bridesmaids, Neighbors) was known for dramatic roles. The Australian actor combines those skills in the tense comedy-drama, If I Had Legs I'd Kick You, for which she just won a Golden Globe. During last year's Toronto International Film Festival, Rose sat down with Tom Power to discuss the film and what it was like co-starring with Conan O'Brien in his first serious acting role. She also told us how she broke out of her shell as a shy kid, how she and Heath Ledger helped each other out as young Australians in Hollywood, and what she thinks about her one line from Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones.

In this episode, we do a rewatchable review of the 2005 neo-western romantic drama Brokeback Mountain, starring Heath Ledger and Jake Gyllenhaal. We discuss how the film industry reacted to a blockbuster centered on homosexuality in the early 2000s, and we debate whether this film serves as a strong representation of the LGBTQ community in modern cinema. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we do a rewatchable review of the 2005 neo-western romantic drama Brokeback Mountain, starring Heath Ledger and Jake Gyllenhaal. We discuss how the film industry reacted to a blockbuster centered on homosexuality in the early 2000s, and we debate whether this film serves as a strong representation of the LGBTQ community in modern cinema. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“It's like the Empire Strikes Back of Batman films…” - Andrew  On this week's massive episode, we're finally talking about one of the biggest blockbusters of all time, The Dark Knight! How amazing was Heath in this? Could these fake Batman losers find some… employment in 2025? Would a drug dealer slinging Scarecrow's Fear Toxin actually have repeat customers? Does the CGI on Two-Face hold up? How awesome is all the vehicular carnage in this movie? And who among hasn't wanted to WHOOP in the theater watching the semi-truck scene? PLUS: The Nolan Brothers hit up White Castle!  The Dark Knight stars Christian Bale, Aaron Eckhart, Michael Caine, Maggie Gyllengaal, Gary Oldman, Morgan Freeman, Monique Gabriela Curnen, Ron Dean, Cillian Murphy, Chin Han, Nestor Carbonell, Eric Roberts, Ritchie Coster, Anthony Michael Hall, and Heath Ledger as the Joker; directed by Christopher Nolan.  This episode is sponsored by Sonos! This holiday season, discover how easy it is to bring every room to life with incredible sound. Explore Sonos speakers, soundbars, and more at sonos.com! Get your tickets to our 15th Anniversary show this December where we're talking all things Arnold in Total Recall! It's gonna be a gas and we wanna see you there! Click through for tickets now! Throughout 2025, we'll be donating 100% of our earnings from our merch shop to the Center for Reproductive Rights. So head over and check out all these masterful designs and see what tickles your fancy! Shirts? Phone cases? Canvas prints? We got all that and more! Check it out and kick in for a good cause! Original cover art by Felipe Sobreiro.

Actress Rose Byrne feels delighted about being Conan O'Brien's friend. Rose sits down with Conan to discuss her Australian comic influences, her friendship with Heath Ledger, and playing patient and therapist opposite one another in their new genre-defying film If I Had Legs I'd Kick You. Plus, Conan recalls his earliest showbiz days as an awards show seat filler. For Conan videos, tour dates and more visit TeamCoco.com.Got a question for Conan? Call our voicemail: (669) 587-2847. Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/conan. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.