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Born and raised in the vibrant culture of Kingston, Jamaica, in the early 1980s, Ruel Smith's journey to the pinnacle of visual storytelling is nothing short of inspirational. This podcast series explores the remarkable path of a boy who discovered his passion for animation in a high school classroom in East Orange, New Jersey, and transformed it into a groundbreaking career in the world of film and virtual production. We delve into the various chapters of Ruel's life - from his early days exploring 2D and 3D animation techniques to earning a prestigious scholarship at the School of Visual Arts in New York City. We journey with him from his formative years in NYC, where he cut his teeth as a commercial 3D generalist, to his decisive move to Los Angeles, diving into the world of big studio productions. Listeners will get an insider's view of Ruel's groundbreaking work at Digital Domain and his pivotal role in films like Clint Eastwood's "Flags of Our Fathers," "Black Panther," and "Captain Marvel." We'll explore his foray into real-time filmmaking with Disney's "Jungle Book," a milestone in creative technology, and his latest ventures with Impossible Objects (IO) and Stept Studios, pushing the boundaries of virtual production. This is more than just a chronicle of Ruel Smith's professional achievements; it's a testament to his commitment to mentorship, his dedication to creating new representations of lineage, and his continuous quest to innovate within the industry. Join us as we uncover the layers of Ruel's career, his collaborations with iconic directors like Ryan Coogler, Jon Favreau, David Fincher, and Clint Eastwood, and his visionary work in video games and short films. Whether you're a budding filmmaker, a seasoned professional, or just a lover of compelling stories, this episode offers a unique blend of personal narrative, industry insights, and artistic inspiration. Tune in and be part of Ruel Smith's ongoing journey to redefine the art of visual storytelling. Visual Intonation Website: https://www.visualintonations.com/Visual Intonation Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/visualintonation/Vante Gregory's Website: vantegregory.comVante Gregory's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directedbyvante/ To support me on Patreon (thank you): patreon.com/visualintonations Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@visualintonation Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@directedbyvante
In this episode, we take a look at some of the most notable Ryans in pop culture. We discuss which Ryans are underrated, which are overrated, and which one has a documented foot fetish. And finally, we decide which Ryan reigns supreme: Gosling or Reynolds. MENTIONSCTA: Our holiday bucket list comes out on Friday! Get it by signing up for our Friday newsletter, Note for the Audio: knoxandjamie.com/newsletter. Or if it's after Friday, get on the list at knoxandjamie.com/holidaybucketlist.Revisit: 441: For Your Consider-Jason | 320: Tom-ageddon | 348: The Elizabests | 254: Miss Jenn-ited States of America (archived) | 196: Chris-America pageant (archived)Trailer: The Fall GuyWay back: Ryan history | Peyton Place (see also: slang) | Ryan on NameberryFact check: How many people are in the United States? How many Ryans are there?Ryan links: Ryan O'Neal | Ryan The Temp | Saving Private Ryan | Jack Ryan | Ryan Phillippee (aside: MacGruber's sidekick was almost Captain America?) | Ryan Coogler (see also: MCU book, MBJ's teacher movie) | Ryan Lochte | Ryan Evans | Ryan's (change the world: sign the petition to bring back Ryan's) | Irene Ryan | Ryan Atwood | Ryan Murphy (see also: his development deals) | Lucy Ryan | Ryan Tedder | Ryan Leaf | Nolan Ryan (by request: Robin Ventura charges the mound and Nolan Ryan puts him in a headlock) | Rex Ryan (only linking this because it's a relevant link) | Ryan Day | Ryan Seacrest | Ryan Gosling (see also: 1992 dance video, Eva Mendes) | Ryan Reynolds (revisit: 481: Ryan Reynolds Explained | see also: Kyle Marisa Roth, Jamie's favorite blind item source)Notable quotable: “The Princess Switch movies are amazing and everyone should watch them.” -Erin MoonRed light mentions: Adele snubs Kardashians | Katy Perry debuts daughter | THIS IS ARTGreen light to Danielle Kelly for this episode idea!BONUS SEGMENTOur Patreon supporters can get full access to this week's The More You Know news segment. Become a partner. This week we discussed celebrity Halloween costumes, the Tatum/Kravitz engagement, and more!GREEN LIGHTSJamie: book- The Road of Bones by Demi Winters (get a trial of Kindle Unlimited here), music: Neo-Romance by Alexandra StreliskiKnox: book- Wellness by Nathan HillSHOW SPONSORSSubscribe to Episodes: iTunes | Android Subscribe to our Monthly Newsletter: knoxandjamie.com/newsletterShop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/thepopcast | this week's featured itemFollow Us: Instagram | Twitter | FacebookSupport Us: Monthly Donation | One-Time Donation | SwagSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The cinematic force that is Ryan Coogler brings us deep into Jacques Audiard's masterful, layered Un Prophéte. When Malik, an Algerian man, arrives to serve his sentence in a French prison, he must rely upon his capacity for observation and learning to navigate the complex dynamics of race, ethnicity, language, and power that define life behind these particular bars. Ryan touches on why this film is often compared to The Godfather, and describes Malik, played by the fiercely intense Tahar Rahmin as, “the greatest learner ever put to screen.” We hear about Ryan's formative years as a film student at U.S.C., his first visit to the Cannes Film Festival, and how Alejandro Iñárritu's Amores Perros and Fernando Merielles and Katia Lund's City of God have also inspired him along the way. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Filmmakers, actors, and creators of all kinds answer one simple question: What is a film that blew your mind?! No film is off limits as each episode centers around one guest and one film that has had a profound impact on their life, work, and art. Co-hosts John Cooper and Tabitha Jackson, former directors of the Sundance Film Festival, call upon decades at the forefront of independent film to bring their insider knowledge, lived experiences, and signature chemistry to conversations that dive straight into the heart and soul of cinema. From Molly Shannon on The Wizard of Oz, and Jon Hamm on Cinema Paradiso, to Ryan Coogler on Un Prophete, and Jinkx Monsoon on the Hollywood classic All About Eve, each episode explores a film that has shaped one of the most dynamic artists working today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Bevor wir wie jedes Jahr die vier Wochen vor Halloween mit Gruselfolgen füllen, gibt es an diesem ersten von ausnahmsweise fünf Montagen im Oktober noch eine reguläre Folge. Und weil schon wieder einige unvorhersehbare Dinge geschehen sind, ist es heute eine Folge, die Dennis und Micha bereits im Februar für Patreon angefertigt hatten. Aber auch beid der Produktion dieses Films waren unvorhersehbare Dinge geschehen. In erster Linie der tragische Verlust seines Hauptdarstellers. Weswegen Black Panther 2 (zu einem Zeitpunkt, als das auf ihn zugeschnittene Drehbuch bereits fertig war) schnell und umfangreich geändert werden musste. Das hat dem Film natürlich nicht unbedingt gut getan, an den fantastischen Vorgänger reicht er darum nicht ganz heran - unter den Voraussetzungen kann sich das Ergebnis allerdings durchaus sehen lassen! Alles über Chadwick Boseman, Namor und die Stärken und Schwächen von Wakanda Forever: Heute bei Movigilantes!
In this phenomenal conversation with editor Spenser Reich, ACE, we learn how this early science enthusiast came to be a film and TV editor on series like STARZ's Power Book IV: Force and Power Book II: Ghost. Spenser proudly reps the South Bay, San Jose, and it was actually the conversations Spenser's parents made a point to have after going to the cinema when Spenser was young that may have offered an early inkling at what would become a professional interest. About the age of 17 or 18, she decided that she wanted to become a filmmaker because of a strong love for storytelling. After moving to LA for film school and through a process of deduction, she arrived at an interest solidly focused on editing, coming to recognize the adoration as a 'love thing.' When it comes to Black women editors, at that time, she was only familiar with one, a previous Post In Black guest, the great Terilyn Shropshire. Spenser notes there's a specialness in what Black editors and filmmakers capture, bringing honest experiences into their work, mentioning Spike Lee, Boots Riley and Ryan Coogler. Having edited features and episodic TV, we talk about her approach to working within both and whether or not it depends on the genre. Spenser talks about why organization is key in the editing space as well as the power of being able to work effectively in a collaborative setting with other people and why dedication to the work is so necessary. We talk the importance of building a community and helping others within the scope of networking and why Spenser says it's her mission statement. Some of her credentials include Diarra from Detroit for Paramount+, whose executive producers are Kenya Barris and Diarra Kilpatrick, which premiered at the 2023 Tribeca Film Festival, the film, SAMSON, which won the Audience Award for Narrative Feature Film at the 2023 Asian American International Film Festival and the series, Physics Girl for PBS. Stay tuned for more episodes of Post In Black's fourth season as we continue to amplify the stories and experiences of Black professionals working in post-production. Look out for new episodes every second and fourth Wednesday. Host: David Hunter Jr. | Executive Producers: Daniel K. Hunter, David Hunter Jr, Tatiana M. Johnson | Producers: Eric Johnson, Aurelia Belfield | Editor: Landon T. Bost | Audio Post/Re-recording Mixer: Trailblazer Studios® | Special Guest: Dara Taylor | Theme Song: "Sanctuary" by Chvrles | BTS Photography: J Nyce | Creative Commons Photographs: https://picryl.com/media/optreden-simon-and-garfunkel-links-in-feijenoordstadion-420f3d, https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Erykah_Badu_2008.07.14_009.jpg, https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Shirley_1937_crop.jpg, https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Editor,_Joi_McMillon.jpg, https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Spike_Lee_Peabody_Awards_2011_(cropped).jpg, https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Flickr_-_moses_namkung_-_Street_Sweeper_Social_Club_1.jpg, https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Ryan_Coogler_Deauville_2013.jpg | Produced by Made for More Entertainment in association with Trailblazer Studios and Landon Bost Media RELATED VIDEOS Post in Black – Season 4: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLm2w_b9TK6WAYLhXPNkA52FWM49JEbMwY Post in Black – Season 3: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLm2w_b9TK6WDVPHsYggzwBdwOTsJvt5pb Post In Black – Season 2: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLm2w_b9TK6WCA1y1AEh-lSn9ga9yZv5sq Post In Black – Season 1: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLm2w_b9TK6WBUJGPdXlHNIn8nuQBxri4U CONNECT WITH POST IN BLACK & MADE FOR MORE ENTERTAINMENT https://www.madeformoreent.com/ IG: @PostInBlack & @MadeForMoreEnt Twitter: @PostInBlack & @MadeForMoreEnt FB: @PostInBlack & @MadeForMoreEntertainment CONNECT WITH SPENSER REICH INSTAGRAM: @SPENSERREICH SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL https://www.youtube.com/@madeformoreentertainment LISTEN TO THE PODCAST https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/postinblack --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/postinblack/support
Hello, romantics! Your host Manish (@vertigay314) continues the Sports Romance miniseries with 2015's Creed! A sequel/reboot of the Rocky franchise the film takes the series back to its roots. He welcomes back Ned Baker (@nednednedned) back to the podcast for this crowd-pleasing epic. Featuring a compelling romance between Michael B. Jordan and Tessa Thompson, captivating fight sequences, and a twist on the underdog story, Ryan Coogler's sports movie is a modern classic.
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Today we are sharing an episode of one of our favorite shows on the Pushkin network, Talk Easy, hosted by Sam Fergoso. In this episode Sam talks to the renowned Swedish music producer and composer, Ludwig Göransson. Ludwig is a Grammy and Academy award winning producer and composer who scored Ryan Coogler's Black Panther, The Mandalorian, and most recently he scored Christopher Nolan's epic, Oppenheimer. He's also produced records and wrote songs for HAIM, Rihanna, Adele, and Childish Gambino. He's a truly talented musician who's reenergizing modern films compositions. We hope you enjoy this chat as much as we do!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Original Air Date: Monday 11 September, 9 pm Eastern Description: This week's show spans three weeks, three cities, and three different time zones. It starts with a conversation about the Detroit Institute of Art and the “Murder She Wrote” board game, recorded in Birmingham, Michigan, during a terrifying storm. It continues with a conversation recorded for last week's show about a message Dean received from a fan and about Phil's enjoyment of the FX revival series “Justified: City Primeval”. Then, after the break, Dean checks in from Minneapolis and the PhileFest celebrating the 30th Anniversary of “The X-Files”. He reports on all the goings-on, including the comedy, the fans, the stars and the possibly forthcoming reboot of the show from Ryan Coogler. Finally, Dean and Phil turn their attention to the just-concluded Venice Film Festival, to an award-winning Japanese filmmaker and to movies made in secret.
Wakanda Forever! This will come as no surprise to anyone but this episode will be mainly about grief and the myriad of ways we can experience grief and process grief. We discuss grief not only through the fictional characters of this movie but also through the significant real-life loss of Chadwick Boseman. So bring your tissues and an open heart as we dive into this heavy topic. ❤️This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3252280/advertisement
In another edition of the Thunderdome Showdown we try to figure out who the best film director is of the 21st Century. We're focusing on directors whose feature debut released in the year 2000 or later. We each brought 4 directors to the table and hashed it out to see which was best. The directors are: Greta Gerwig, Taika Waititi, Damien Chazelle, Rian Johnson, Alejandro Inarritu, Bong Joon Jo, Ryan Coogler, and Asghar Farhadi.
For over a decade, composer and record producer Ludwig Göransson has created some of the defining music of our time. This week, he sits with Sam to discuss his latest work in Oppenheimer. At the top, Göransson describes the collaborative process with director Christopher Nolan (6:48), the instrument at the heart of the film (9:30) and its hauntingly beautiful theme (11:06). Then, we walk through Ludwig's instinctive approach to making music (13:07), his coming of age in Sweden (15:20), and the influence of Metallica and Danny Elfman (18:51). On the back-half, Ludwig reflects on his early years in Los Angeles (24:56), finding kinship with director Ryan Coogler (27:55) and polymath Donald Glover (34:53), and how he slowly began to understand his voice (38:21). To close, he shares how his process has evolved from Black Panther to Oppenheimer (42:30), the potential impact of AI on the music industry (44:58), and what he hopes for in the years ahead (49:15).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Gaius and Jackson are looking back at the gripping true life drama, Fruitvale Station, ten years after its theatrical release. Written and directed by Ryan Coogler, in his feature directorial debut, Fruitval Station is based on the events leading to the death of Oscar Grant, a young man killed in 2009 by a Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) police officer at the Fruitvale district station in Oakland. Starring Michael B. Jordan, Kevin Durand, Chad Michael Murray, Melonie Diaz, Ahna O'Reilly, and Octavia Spencer, the film is one of the best first features by a director and the pair look back at cultural importance of the film while also seeing how the movie still packs a huge impact 10 years later. Follow Us On Instagram Follow Us On Twitter Like Us On Facebook Follow Us On TikTok
On our season finale, we're going all in on Stephen Curry: Underrated, an inspiring coming-of-age story documenting the rise of NBA superstar, Golden State Warrior, and Davidson legend Stephen Curry from Proximity Media and our partners at Unanimous, A24, and Apple TV+. The film's creative minds team up for an intimate and epic conversation about movies, basketball, and more: Stephen Curry himself, director Pete Nicks, and producers Erick Peyton and Ryan Coogler. They talk about how the film came together (2:05) and how they each tackle some of the biggest themes in Stephen's basketball career as illustrated in the documentary (9:29): dealing with loss, believing in yourself, and wearing the idea of being “underrated” as a badge of honor. We end with Prox Recs and some important reminders before our season break (40:23).We filmed this conversation for our very first video podcast. You can watch it now on our YouTube channel.Learn more and read the transcript of this conversation at ProximityMedia.com.Stephen Curry: Underrated is now streaming on Apple TV+.Watch the music video for “Lil Fish, Big Pond” by Tobe Nwigwe on YouTube.CONNECT WITH PROXIMITY MEDIA:Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. We're also on YouTube where we have a filmed version of this conversation. Watch it now!Learn more at ProximityMedia.com.Text PROX to 510-998-3176 or head to subtext.to/prox for updates on new episodes and latest projects from Proximity Media.CREDITS:In Proximity is a production of Proximity Media.Producer: Paola MardoExecutive Producers: Ryan Coogler, Zinzi Coogler, Sev Ohanian, Paola MardoTheme Song and Music: Ludwig GöranssonSound Design, Mix, and Additional Music: Ken NanaProduction Services: AmanteProduction Assistant: Courtney ArcherdArtwork and Social Media: Alexandria Santana
On this episode of the Team Deakins Podcast, we're sharing our thoughtful conversation with writer and director Ryan Coogler (BLACK PANTHER, CREED, FRUITVALE STATION). An Oakland native, Ryan reveals how film became his family's second language and how his parents fostered his interest in cinema throughout his childhood. Later in our discussion, Ryan shares how he brought an athlete's mentality to film school by always trying to score a touchdown every time he picked up the camera to prove to himself and to those around him that he could build a career in filmmaking. Ryan also reflects on creating CREED with Sylvester Stallone, praising him as “the perfect collaborator” and acknowledging how he couldn't begrudge the creator of the ROCKY franchise for his cautiousness towards handing over writing duties for the first time in the franchise's history. We also discuss how the filmmakers that broke through in the culture Ryan consumed in his youth influenced his professional direction and how, by relying on his crew, Ryan is free to focus on his actors. - This episode is sponsored by Dallas Film Commission & Falca & TrueCut Motion Instagram: @dallasfilmcommission & @falcagram & @truecutmotion
We kick off the conversation with producer Ryan Coogler, who talks about the work he's been doing with his company, Proximity Media, and how much each project means to him. Next we speak to Jason Richards, Steph's college teammate, who discusses the surreal feeling of being on the red carpet and what it's like to have known Steph since he was 16. Then friend of the show W. Kamau Bell pops in to talk about how it felt to win an award as a filmmaker, and shares his experience as a first time judge at Sundance. Director Peter Nicks shares why the Bay Area is the best place in the world, and Steph Curry caps it all off by sharing how the Bay is now a major part of his story.Stephen Curry: Underrated is streaming right now on Apple TV+Follow Ryan Coogler on IGFollow W. Kamau Bell on IG & FB Follow Peter Nicks on IG Follow Stephen Curry on IG & FB --Thanks for listening and for your support! We couldn't have reached 10 years, 700 episodes or Best of The Bay Best Podcast without your help! --Be well, stay safe, Black Lives Matter, AAPI Lives Matter, and abortion is normal.--SUPPORT US HERE!Subscribe to our channel on YouTube for behind the scenes footage!Rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts!Visit our website! www.bitchtalkpodcast.comFollow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.Listen every Tuesday at 9 - 10 am on BFF.FMPOWERED BY GO-TO Productions
A new documentary gives insight into what turned NBA superstar Steph Curry into the generational game changer he is. With seemingly unlimited range, he has transformed how modern basketball is played. Geoff Bennett sat down with Curry and producer Ryan Coogler to discuss the film "Stephen Curry: Underrated" for our arts and culture series, CANVAS. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders
We have Rhyne v. Ryan this week on Montgomery & Co. First, we chat with WNBA Rookie of the Year & 2023 All-Star, Rhyne Howard! Plus, we have the Oscar-nominated, one & only, RYAN COOGLER on the show. Here to talk to MoCo about producing Steph Curry's upcoming Apple TV+ documentary “Underrated.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fruitvale Station was released 10 years ago this month. This was Ryan Coogler's first feature film and it's how he met fellow Bay Area director Pete Nicks. On this episode, they discuss meeting on Fruitvale Station (1:35); directing fiction and nonfiction films, the idea of “naive audacity,” and Pete's Oakland trilogy (16:35); and collaborating on Proximity's latest releases directed by Pete and produced by Ryan and our partners: Anthem, a musical journey across the U.S. experimenting to reimagine the National Anthem, and Stephen Curry: Underrated, a remarkable coming-of-age story about one of the most influential and unexpected players in basketball history (26:00). At the end, they answer listener questions (33:25) and share their Prox Recs (40:21).Learn more and read the transcript of this conversation at ProximityMedia.com.Stephen Curry: Underrated is now streaming on Apple TV+ and playing in select theaters.Anthem is now streaming on Hulu.CONNECT WITH PROXIMITY MEDIA:Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok. We're also on YouTube.Learn more at ProximityMedia.com.Text PROX to 510-998-3176 or head to subtext.to/prox for updates on new episodes and latest projects from Proximity Media.CREDITS:In Proximity is a production of Proximity Media.Producer: Paola MardoExecutive Producers: Ryan Coogler, Zinzi Coogler, Sev Ohanian, Paola MardoTheme Song and Additional Music: Ludwig GöranssonSound Designer and Mix Engineer: Ken NanaEpisode Editor: Judybelle CamangyanWith Production Assistance From: Courtney ArcherdArtwork and Social Media: Alexandria Santana
In Hour 3, Willard and Dibs continue to react to the Steph Curry documentary before chatting with Bay Area native Ryan Coogler who produced the piece. Plus, what other sports documentaries do you want to see?
Ryan Coogler, Bay Area native, filmmaker, and producer of 'Stephen Curry: Underrated,' which debuted on AppleTV+ today, joins Willard and Dibs to discuss his experience making the documentary alongside Curry and more.
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We have Rhyne v. Ryan this week on Montgomery & Co. First, we chat with WNBA Rookie of the Year & 2023 All-Star, Rhyne Howard! Plus, we have the Oscar-nominated, one & only, RYAN COOGLER on the show. Here to talk to MoCo about producing Steph Curry's upcoming Apple TV+ documentary “Underrated.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We have Rhyne v. Ryan this week on Montgomery & Co. First, we chat with WNBA Rookie of the Year & 2023 All-Star, Rhyne Howard! Plus, we have the Oscar-nominated, one & only, RYAN COOGLER on the show. Here to talk to MoCo about producing Steph Curry's upcoming Apple TV+ documentary “Underrated.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
July 7-13: Clint Eastwood stops an assassin, Sean Connery forms a league, the Sharknado strikes, Nick goes to Weinerville, Netflix goes to prison, Ryan Coogler shows off Oakland, Adam Sandler hangs out with his friends some more, there's no rule says a kid can't play major league baseball, and we get drunk and talk about history. All that and more on our weekly report on the state of 30, 20, and 10 years ago!
In Proximity is a podcast from Proximity Media about craft, career, and creativity.Proximity founder Ryan Coogler talks all about podcasts with Roman Mars, host and creator of 99% Invisible, a sound-rich narrative podcast about architecture and design. They discuss holding pandemic meetings about the business of podcasting, Roman's journey from science to public radio to 99% Invisible, finding the balance between being an artist and business owner plus why Roman believes a producer is the highest form of worker, collaborating on the Judas and the Black Messiah Podcast, the read-to-tape system, and Prox Recs that include a good coffee table book that will impress your friends and how to make great radio.Listen to In Proximity on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or your favorite podcast app.
Creed: Movie Review from the Ray Taylor ShowShow topic: Welcome to Ray Taylor Show, your go-to podcast for passionate movie enthusiasts! Join host Ray Taylor as he explores the captivating world of cinema and provides in-depth reviews and discussions on the latest films. In this episode, Ray delves into the inspiring American sports drama film, "Creed," directed by Ryan Coogler and featuring a stellar cast."Creed" follows the journey of Adonis Creed, the son of former heavyweight champion Apollo Creed, as he navigates the world of boxing and seeks to establish his own legacy. Mentored by the legendary Rocky Balboa, Adonis faces challenges, both inside and outside the ring, while pursuing his dreams. Join Ray as he analyzes the gripping plot filled with determination, personal growth, and the enduring bonds of friendship.Ray skillfully examines the film's themes of family legacy, redemption, perseverance, and the indomitable human spirit. With expert commentary and thought-provoking insights, Ray provides listeners with a comprehensive review that highlights the film's performances, emotional depth, and impactful storytelling.Tune in to Ray Taylor Show to discover Ray's engaging review of "Creed" and gain a fresh perspective on this powerful sports drama. Whether you're a fan of the Rocky film series, a lover of sports films, or simply interested in captivating movie discussions, this podcast is a must-listen.Subscribe now and join the Ray Taylor Show community to stay updated with Ray's reviews and explore the fascinating world of movies!JOIN Inspired Disorder +PLUS Today! InspiredDisorder.com/plus Membership Includes:Ray Taylor Show - Full Week Ad Free (Audio+Video)Live Painting ArchiveEarly Access to The Many FacesMember Only Discounts and DealsPodcast Back Catalogue (14 Shows - 618 Episodes)Ray Taylor's Personal BlogCreative WritingAsk Me AnythingDaily Podcast: Ray Taylor Show - InspiredDisorder.com/rts Daily Painting: The Many Faces - InspiredDisorder.com/tmf ALL links: InspiredDisorder.com/linksGenres: Action - Drama - Sports
The second of a two-part conversation between Ta-Nehisi Coates and Ryan Coogler. Ta-Nehisi is a writer, journalist, and, most recently, host and writer of Proximity Media's Wakanda Forever: The Official Black Panther Podcast. Ta-Nehisi and Ryan sat down for our show to discuss Ta-Nehisi's writing career and process. In this second part, Ta-Nehisi shares his writing career and process (1:31) and Ryan breaks down a scene from Creed (22:52). They also discuss Ta-Nehisi's transition from journalism to fiction plus their shared experiences telling Black Panther stories (11:35) and their Prox Recs (26:22).Learn more and read the transcript of this conversation at ProximityMedia.com.CONNECT WITH PROXIMITY MEDIA:Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok. We're also on YouTube.Learn more at ProximityMedia.com.Text PROX to 510-998-3176 or head to subtext.to/prox for updates on new episodes and latest projects from Proximity Media.CREDITS:In Proximity is a production of Proximity Media.Producer: Paola MardoExecutive Producers: Ryan Coogler, Zinzi Coogler, Sev Ohanian, Paola MardoTheme Song and Additional Music: Ludwig GöranssonSound Designer and Mix Engineer: Ken NanaEpisode Editor: Cameron KellProduction Assistant: Polina Cherezova
Original Air Date: February 13th, 2019Award-winning actor and producer Michael B. Jordan discusses his skyrocketing career and why he says his life has already "exceeded his dreams.” Michael's breakout performance came in 2013's “Fruitvale Station,” directed by visionary Ryan Coogler. The duo teamed up again for the “Rocky” sequel, “Creed,” and then for the mega-blockbuster “Black Panther,” which was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Picture. Michael says after playing superhero villain Erik Killmonger in “Black Panther,” he went to therapy. “As a man, I think we get a lot of slack for … what it is to be masculine,” he says. “I don't really subscribe to that because I feel like everybody needs to unpack and talk, whether it's with a therapist or a close friend or family member.” Want more podcasts from OWN? Visit https://bit.ly/OWNPodsYou can also watch Oprah's Super Soul, The Oprah Winfrey Show and more of your favorite OWN shows on your TV! Visit https://bit.ly/find_OWN
Ryan Coogler & Peter Nicks On Reimagining The National Anthem, American Roots, Symbolism + MoreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today we are joined by Ryan Coogler and Peter Nicks to discuss reimagining The National Anthem, American Roots, Symbolism and more. We are also joined by our celebrity cohost Looney. Finally, we open up the phone lines to ask women the question, “Are married men more desirable?”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The first of a two-part conversation between Ta-Nehisi Coates and Ryan Coogler. Ta-Nehisi is an author, journalist, and, most recently, host and writer of Proximity Media's Wakanda Forever: The Official Black Panther Podcast. Ta-Nehisi and Ryan sat down for our show to discuss Ta-Nehisi's writing journey and influences. In this first part, Ta-Nehisi shares a little bit about his production company Maceo-Lyn (2:30), his early dreams of becoming a rapper, and the impact of hip-hop, and artists like Nas and Tupac, on his and Ryan's work (6:05), plus the power and criticism of impactful works of art like Illmatic, Wakanda Forever, A Prophet, Moonlight, and Get Out (24:12).Learn more, get links to Wakanda Forever: The Official Black Panther Podcast, and read the transcript of this conversation at ProximityMedia.com.CONNECT WITH PROXIMITY MEDIA:Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok. We're also on YouTube.Learn more at ProximityMedia.com.Text PROX to 510-998-3176 or head to subtext.to/prox for updates on new episodes and latest projects from Proximity Media.CREDITS:In Proximity is a production of Proximity Media.Producer: Paola MardoExecutive Producers: Ryan Coogler, Zinzi Coogler, Sev Ohanian, Paola MardoTheme Song and Additional Music: Ludwig GöranssonSound Designer and Mix Engineer: Ken NanaEpisode Editor: Cameron KellProduction Assistant: Polina Cherezova
Superheroes, Movies & Superhero Movies: A Cinema Heroes Podcast
Following the surprising and untimely death of Black Panther star Chadwick Boseman, director Ryan Coogler was challenged with making a sequel without his main character. Did he manage to make it work? Black Panther: Wakanda Forever follows Shuri dealing with the death of T'Challa when a new threat appears from the depths of the ocean: the first live-action appearance of Namor! What do you think of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever? Cinema Heroes YouTube Instagram Twitter
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Blitz Bazawule is a filmmaker, musician, visual artist, and author. Born in Ghana and based in New York, his directorial credits include The Burial Of Kojo, Beyoncé's Black Is King, and the upcoming The Color Purple Musical produced by Oprah Winfrey, Steven Spielberg, Quincy Jones, and Scott Sanders. Blitz speaks with Proximity founder Ryan Coogler about meeting at a TED conference (2:10), Blitz' transition from musician to filmmaker (7:10), creative rotation (15:50), telling stories across the Black diaspora (19:30), and their Prox Recs (32:11).Learn more and read the transcript of this conversation at ProximityMedia.com.CONNECT WITH PROXIMITY MEDIA:Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok. We're also on YouTube.Learn more at ProximityMedia.com.Text PROX to 510-998-3176 or head to subtext.to/prox for updates on new episodes and latest projects from Proximity Media.CREDITS:In Proximity is a production of Proximity Media.Producer: Paola MardoExecutive Producers: Ryan Coogler, Zinzi Coogler, Sev Ohanian, Paola MardoTheme Song and Additional Music: Ludwig GöranssonSound Designer and Mix Engineer: Ken NanaEpisode Editor: Cameron KellProduction Assistant: Polina Cherezova
Peter J. Devlin, recently elected as a Governor of the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences, has worked on more than 70 films and been nominated for five Oscars including Black Panther, Transformers: Dark Side of the Moon, Transformers, Star Trek (2009) and Pearl Harbor. He received a BAFTA nomination for his work on Star Trek and a Primetime Emmy nomination for Star Trek: Picard. He has worked closely with some of the top directors in film, including Michael Bay, Ryan Coogler, Ron Howard and Patty Jenkins. Earlier in the year he wrapped his work on Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, and is thrilled to have just worked with Chris Pine, who is making his directorial debut with the upcoming film Poolman. A past CAS Board member, it was his first CAS nomination for Oliver Stone's Any Given Sunday that introduced him to the organization in 2000. Since then, he has received multiple nominations. Born and raised in Belfast, Northern Ireland, Devlin knew that he wanted to work in film after seeing Jaws as a teenager. Though his school principal told him his dreams were “pie in the sky,” he applied for a trainee audio assistant position at the BBC in Belfast in 1981. Initially thinking he might move into the camera department, he quickly realized his true interest was in production sound. To prepare for the interview, he spent his days in the local library reading as much about microphone principles, recording techniques and filmmaking as he could find. He got the job, which proved the perfect training ground, with the BBC's wide range of productions, from news, to sports, to concerts and to radio drama. “I had great mentors, and I learned about all of the different disciplines of sound there.” Devlin's focus and persistence were evident as he took the next step, writing to directors he admired, including Michael Mann. He still has the letter Mann sent him in 1987, inviting him to visit the set of Miami Vice. From there, Devlin forged connections with others in the industry, landing his first job in the United States, working in commercials. Eventually, he moved into television and film. Today, Devlin continues to adapt to the ever-changing technologies that enhance storytelling through production sound mixing. While he wishes that he had today's tech for some of the films he worked on in the past, he says, “The most important element will always be the work of the sound department as a team, boom operators and sound utilities. Their expertise allows me to concentrate on recording performance and create tracks that can elevate a scene when they are handed off to our colleagues in post production.” Devlin joins an illustrious group of past CAS Career Achievement Honorees including: Anna Behlmer, Willie Burton, Tom Fleischman, Les Fresholtz, Ed Greene, Tomlinson Holman, Doc Kane, William B. Kaplan, David MacMillan, Paul Massey, Scott Millan, Mike Minkler, Walter Murch, Andy Nelson, Chris Newman, Lee Orloff, Richard Portman, John Pritchett, Don Rogers, Gary Rydstrom, Dennis Sands, Randy Thom, Jim Webb, Jeffrey S. Wexler and Charles Wilborn.
Original Air Date: February 18, 2018 Wakanda Forever! You know what time it is. We review the smash box office hit Black Panther directed by Ryan Coogler, starring Chadwick Boseman, Michael B. Jordan, Lupita Nyong'o, Danai Gurira and a whole lot more. We discuss why Black Panther is so important to the black community, how this film can open a new chapter of diversity in Hollywood, the emergence of Letitia Wright, the nuanced political, racial and spiritual themes of the film and if this film helped "the cause". Just kidding, you already know it got six black fists. Step into the spotlight! FOLLOW BLACK MEN CAN'T JUMP [IN HOLLYWOOD]: https://twitter.com/blackmenpodcast https://www.instagram.com/blackmenpodcast BUY BLACK MEN CAN'T JUMP [IN HOLLYWOOD] MERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/black-men-can-t-jump-in-hollywood SUPPORT BLACK MEN CAN'T JUMP [IN HOLLYWOOD] ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/BMCJ BLACK MEN CAN'T JUMP [IN HOLLYWOOD] IS A FOREVER DOG PODCAST: https://foreverdogpodcasts.com/podcasts/black-men-cant-jump-in-hollywood Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Charles D. King is the founder and CEO of MACRO, a multi-platform media company representing the voice and perspectives of Black people, indigenous people, and people of color. Some of their projects include Dear Mama, Mudbound, Fences, and Judas and the Black Messiah, produced with Proximity Media and Warner Brothers. Formerly a partner/senior agent at William Morris Endeavor, Charles was the first Black partner in the company's 100+ year history and the first ever Black partner at any major talent agency. In 2021, when Judas and the Black Messiah was nominated for Best Picture, Charles became part of the first ever all-Black team of producers nominated for an Academy Award alongside director Shaka King and Proximity founder Ryan Coogler. The team worked closely with an esteemed group of Black creatives, activists, and executives including Chairman Fred Hampton Jr. and Niija Kuykendall, then SVP of Production at Warner Brothers, now VP of Film at Netflix. Charles and Ryan talk about how they first met (2:40), the role of an agent (5:34), Charles' transition to founding MACRO (10:27), Charles' role in the launch of Proximity (23:30), the making of Judas the Black Messiah (26:00), and their Prox Recs for working in the entertainment business (40:03).Learn more and read the transcript of this conversation at ProximityMedia.com.CONNECT WITH PROXIMITY MEDIA:Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok. We're also on YouTube.Learn more at ProximityMedia.com.Text PROX to 510-998-3176 or head to subtext.to/prox for updates on new episodes and latest projects from Proximity Media.CREDITS:In Proximity is a production of Proximity Media.Producer: Paola MardoExecutive Producers: Ryan Coogler, Zinzi Coogler, Sev Ohanian, Paola MardoTheme Song and Additional Music: Ludwig GöranssonSound Designer and Mix Engineer: Ken NanaEpisode Editor and Production Assistant: Polina Cherezova
When Proximity's co-founder and head of nonfiction Pete Nicks and creative executive D'Angelo “D'Lo” Louis met through their friend Ryan Coogler, they connected as Bay Area creatives and through their shared experience of incarceration. Pete is a director and producer whose award-winning films The Waiting Room, The Force, and Homeroom serve as a trilogy of urgent and immersive documentaries that explore health care, criminal justice, and education in Oakland, California. His upcoming documentaries, produced with Proximity Media, include Stephen Curry: Underrated and Anthem. D'Lo is a filmmaker and music manager who got his start as an assistant on Space Jam: A New Legacy, Judas and the Black Messiah, and Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. Most recently, he was an associate producer on Creed III. On this special episode, Pete and D'Lo sit down to talk about their experiences for the first time (2:44), including how they found their way to creative work (13:15) and why it's important for them to share their stories (21:45).Learn more and read the transcript of this conversation at ProximityMedia.com.CONNECT WITH PROXIMITY MEDIA:Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok. We're also on YouTube.Learn more at ProximityMedia.com.Text PROX to 510-998-3176 or head to subtext.to/prox for updates on new episodes and latest projects from Proximity Media.CREDITS:In Proximity is a production of Proximity Media.Producer: Paola MardoExecutive Producers: Ryan Coogler, Zinzi Coogler, Sev Ohanian, Paola MardoTheme Song and Additional Music: Ludwig GöranssonSound Designer and Mix Engineer: Ken NanaEpisode Editor: Cameron KellProduction Assistant: Polina Cherezova
Proximity founder Ryan Coogler talks all about podcasts with Roman Mars, host and creator of 99% Invisible, a sound-rich narrative podcast about architecture and design. They discuss holding pandemic meetings about the business of podcasting (3:47), Roman's journey from science to public radio to 99% Invisible (5:10), finding the balance between being an artist and business owner plus why Roman believes a producer is the highest form of worker (9:56), collaborating on the Judas and the Black Messiah Podcast (14:29), the read-to-tape system (18:42), and Prox Recs that include a good coffee table book that will impress your friends and how to make great radio (25:19).Learn more, get links to the films and podcasts discussed, and read the transcript of this conversation at ProximityMedia.com.CONNECT WITH PROXIMITY MEDIA:Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok. We're also on YouTube.Learn more at ProximityMedia.com.Text PROX to 510-998-3176 or head to subtext.to/prox for updates on new episodes and latest projects from Proximity Media.CREDITS:In Proximity is a production of Proximity Media.Producer: Paola MardoExecutive Producers: Ryan Coogler, Zinzi Coogler, Sev Ohanian, Paola MardoTheme Song and Additional Music: Ludwig GöranssonSound Designer and Mix Engineer: Ken NanaEpisode Editor: Cedric WilsonProduction Assistant: Polina Cherezova
Dungeons and Dragons: Honor Among Thieves is getting rave reviews from critics and it is tracking to do well at the box office. How will audiences respond and is it a new franchise being born? Momoa says that this is not the end of Aquaman. Ryan Coogler is developing a new X-Files series and Roxy Striar brings us the TV picks of the week! Join Roxy and Brett on The Big Thing!#dungeonsanddragons #dnd #aquaman #dcu ATHLETIC GREENS: http://www.athleticgreens.com/bigthingBETTER HELP: http://www.betterhelp.com/bigthing 00:00 Intro06:20 Twitter makes Roxy Angry10:31 Thoughts on Disney/Pixar trailer for Elemental16:10 Brett hasn’t seen The Godfather?!?!17:34 Momoa says Aquaman will be back bro!23:04 Ryan Coogler is developing a new X-Files26:28 Brett didn’t watch TV in College28:32 Roxy is a Ping Pong hustler!30:23 Athletic Greens32:55 Roxy thinks 10k steps a day is too much and shares her IRS fiasco 36:41 Dungeons and Dragons : Honor Among Thieves Discussion47:26 Betterhelp53:17 Roxy’s TV picks of the week01:00:46 Outro Become a Patron!: https://www.patreon.com/TheBigThingShow OUR MERCH STORE IS LIVE: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/the-big-thing-kh-channel?ref_id=27393 FOLLOW KRISTIAN + FIND HIM ON CAMEOhttps://cameo.com/kristianharloffhttps://twitter.com/kristianharloffhttps://facebook.com/harloffhttps://instagram.com/kristianharloff AMAZON WISHLIST: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1KPH42T0TP0PG?ref=cm_sw_em_r_un_un_djbxgIW5ZQMMg SCHMOEDOWN ARCHIVE CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheMovieTriviaSchmoedownArchives Ask Kristian questions for next time! https://facebook.com/harloff Become a Patreon of the Schmoedown: http://patreon.com/schmoedown OTHER GREAT CONTENT:REVIEWS https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSJdE28YyUT368qY7sfE0nKE4c04CqGvuTV REVIEWS https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSJdE28YyUT1LU-t2Z9AD5UJDiWW4pS_ESTAR WARS SHOW https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSJdE28YyUT0XmfpbblkF9PY7uO2qhbN6THE BIG THING PODCAST https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSJdE28YyUT3KAwbzDsv6mdR-gwUiydQg
Christina Aguilera has slapped her name on a sex line called Playground. Do we need more celebrity endorsed products especially ones not in line with their vibe? “The X-Files” is getting a reboot with Ryan Coogler in the driver's seat. Kourtney Kardashian posted pics of her bathroom tub and a feast around it. Cool or gross? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Amy & Paul go toe to toe with 2015's hit pugilist lega-sequel Creed! They learn how Sylvester Stallone agreed to pass the torch of his most famous franchise to Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan, explore Jordan's relationship with Tessa Thompson, and ask if Rocky's final fate in the film was earned. Plus: Some Rocky-inspired thoughts on aging. Next week, tune in as we discuss John Wick! You can join the conversation for this series on Paul's Discord at https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6. Learn more about the show at unspooledpod.com, follow us on Twitter @unspooled and Instagram @unspooledpod, and don't forget to rate, review & subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher and Spotify.
This week Kevin is joined by filmmaker and producer Ryan Coogler. They discuss Ryan's journey to creating his debut film FruitVale Station, his partnership and friendship with star Michael B. Jordan, his first meeting with Slyvester Stallone on the road to the creation of the Creed franchise, and so much more.Like Gold Minds? SiriusXM subscribers get it a day early, plus Kevin Hart's Laugh Out Loud Radio, his 24/7 comedy channel, with great talk shows and stand-up.
Killmonger vs. Kang: Rumble in Wakanda Whenever his back was against the ropes Michael B. Jordan always had Sylvester Stallone and Black Panther director Ryan Coogler in his corner. But Creed III finds Apollo's son fighting in the arena alone - Jordan's directorial debut is also the first movie in the Rocky series not to involve Sly. Can the Killmonger actor prove that he's the real box office powerhouse while taking on his old frenemy Jonathan “Kang” Majors? Find out if this franchise still packs a punch when you get into the ring with Arnie, Jakob, and Brock. Listen Now!
Welcome to a bonus episode of Pop Culture Leftovers where we are discussing CREED III! We are joined by Dan Ramirez from the Heroes of Noise podcast as well as Joe Vitale from The Vintage Geek podcast! From Metro Goldwyn Mayer Pictures comes “Creed III,” with Michael B. Jordan making his directorial debut and returning in the role of Adonis Creed in the third installment of the hit franchise. The film also stars Tessa Thompson (“Creed” franchise, “Passing”), Jonathan Majors (“Da 5 Bloods,” “Lovecraft Country”), Wood Harris (“Creed” franchise, “Blade Runner 2049”), Florian Munteanu (“Creed II,” “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings”), newcomer Mila Kent, and Phylicia Rashad (“Creed” franchise, “Soul”). Jordan directs from a screenplay by Keenan Coogler (“Space Jam: A New Legacy”) & Zach Baylin (“King Richard”), from a story by Ryan Coogler (“Black Panther: Wakanda Forever”) and Keenan Coogler & Zach Baylin. It is produced by Irwin Winkler, Charles Winkler, William Chartoff, David Winkler, Ryan Coogler, Michael B. Jordan, Elizabeth Raposo, Jonathan Glickman and Sylvester Stallone. The executive producers are Sev Ohanian, Zinzi Coogler, Nicolas Stern and Adam Rosenberg. Jordan is joined behind the camera by director of photography Kramer Morgenthau (“Creed II,” “Thor: The Dark World”), production designer Jahmin Assa (“mid90s,” “Angelyne”), editor Tyler Nelson (“The Batman,” “Rememory”), costume designer Lizz Wolf (“Creed II,” “Pacific Rim: Uprising”), with a score by composer Joseph Shirley (“Jackass Forever,” “The Book of Boba Fett”). Metro Goldwyn Mayer Pictures Presents A Chartoff-Winkler Production, “Creed III,” which will be distributed in North America by MGM and internationally by Warner Bros. Pictures and is set to open in territories beginning 01 March 2023.
Joe Robert Cole, known for marathon writing sessions, has a simple litmus test to assess his own work: how does this make me feel? He calls it "Method Writing," and it's an essential part of his process. Joe Robert Cole is an award-winning writer/director of both television and features. He has co-written two Oscar-nominated movies with Ryan Coogler for Marvel, BLACK PANTHER and last year's BLACK PANTHER: WAKANDA FOREVER. On the TV Side, Cole worked as a co-producer on Murphy's widely-acclaimed People v. OJ miniseries, earning an Emmy nomination for writing the episode "The Race Card." He has also directed two features, including ALL DAY AND A NIGHT. JOIN OUR PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/TheScreenwritingLife --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thescreenwritinglife/support
This episode of Kinda Funny In Review we rank, review, and recap the 2015 classic Creed directed by Ryan Coogler and starring Michael B. Jordan. Follow SanchoWest: https://twitter.com/SanchoWest Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How did it happen that after decades of being confined to the margins of cinema, this grand myth of Wakanda was weaved out of the history and culture of the “most broken people?” To conclude the story of the making of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, Ta-Nehisi Coates returns to the beginning of the journey with producer Nate Moore, and reflects on the ancestor who made it all possible with artist Simone Ledward Boseman and director and co-writer Ryan Coogler. Wakanda Forever: The Official Black Panther Podcast is a production of Proximity Media in collaboration with Marvel Studios and Marvel Entertainment. The series is written and hosted by Ta-Nehisi Coates. Produced by Paola Mardo. Executive Producers are Ryan Coogler, Zinzi Coogler, Sev Ohanian, and Paola Mardo. The film score is composed by Ludwig Göransson. Story editing by James Kim. Audio editing by Cameron Kell and Cedric Wilson. Sound design and additional music by Pat Mesiti-Miller. Audio engineering by Lauryn Newson. Production assistance from Polina Cherezova. Learn more at ProximityMedia.com and by following @ProximityMedia, @Marvel, and @MarvelStudios on Twitter and Instagram. Black Panther: Wakanda Forever is streaming only on Disney+.