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Spike Lee's latest film, “Highest 2 Lowest,” is his reinterpretation of Akira Kurosawa's 1963 film, “High and Low.” Denzel Washington stars as a music mogul faced with a moral dilemma: Should he fork over $17 million to save his driver and friend's son? Lee joins us to talk more about the film as it hits theaters Friday.And, radio legend Bruce Morrow, known as Cousin Brucie, reminisces about helping to introduce The Beatles 60 years ago when they kicked off a new era in rock 'n' roll by headlining at Shea Stadium in 1965.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
Nick is joined by film critics Erik Childress and Steve Prokopy for their regular round of movie reviews. They dig into Spike Lee's gripping new drama with Denzel Washington, Highest 2 Lowest, the high-octane sequel Nobody 2 starring Bob Odenkirk, and the wild, shoestring-budget horror oddity Jimmy and Stiggs, along with a few other fresh releases. Esmeralda Leon later stops by to take a nostalgic trip through the flashy days of LA Gear sneakers, afternoons spent watching Figure It Out on Nickelodeon, and late-night Taco Bell runs—preferably with a wisecracking chihuahua in the commercials. [Ep 377]
Akira Kurosawa is one of the world’s most revered directors, his films often cited as inspiration amongst other auteurs. Sometimes that inspiration has led to full-on remakes of Kurosawa’s films, such as Spike Lee’s Highest 2 Lowest (2025), an adaptation of Kurosawa’s High and Low (1963). Other adaptations of Kurosawa’s work include Seven Samurai and Yojimbo. Kurosawa himself liked to adapt pre-existing stories. Many of his films are interpretations of Shakespeare plays. Even High and Low is based on a novel. So how does one go about adapting and remaking a film by a great director like Kurosawa? How is the story updated for new audiences? And what kind of films lend themselves to adaptations? Today on FilmWeek, we discuss Hollywood’s attempts to remake some of Kurosawa’s most beloved films and what makes a good adaptation. Joining Larry Mantle is Peter Rainer, film critic for LAist and the Christian Science Monitor, Tim Cogshell, film critic for LAist, Alt-Film Guide and CineGods.com, and Charles Solomon, film critic for LAist, Animation Scoop and Animation Magazine. Visit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency!
We spoke with Award winning director Spike Lee about his love for KAT on the Knicks, what is was like to start up in the film industry and who he thinks the Greatest Actor of All Time is. Plus, best late night eats and why St. Paul got screwed by Monopoly. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Robert Littal of BSO stops by to talk about interviewing Spike Lee, the UCF deal, the WNBA and more!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/cats-talk-wednesday--4693915/support.
Today on the show: it's happening...huge meeting between Trump/Putin. Team coverage with Robert Sherman from NewsNation and CBS News Military Analyst Col. Jeff McCausland. Allie Pecorin from ABC News in D.C. on the National Guard. Political Analyst Bill Crane. Plus, Spike Lee joins us live! 9am-noon on 95.5 WSB.
Today on the show: it's happening...huge meeting between Trump/Putin. Team coverage with Robert Sherman from NewsNation and CBS News Military Analyst Col. Jeff McCausland. Allie Pecorin from ABC News in D.C. on the National Guard. Political Analyst Bill Crane. Plus, Spike Lee joins us live! 9am-noon on 95.5 WSB.
Today on the show: it's happening...huge meeting between Trump/Putin. Team coverage with Robert Sherman from NewsNation and CBS News Military Analyst Col. Jeff McCausland. Allie Pecorin from ABC News in D.C. on the National Guard. Political Analyst Bill Crane. Plus, Spike Lee joins us live! 9am-noon on 95.5 WSB. https://www.wsbradio.com/on-demand/mark-arum-podcast/
The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Danny Kelly of The Ringer Fantasy Football Show to discuss the preseason NFL hype (2:54). Then, Spike Lee joins to talk Knicks; Denzel Washington; his new film, ‘Highest 2 Lowest'; and much more (01:02:09)! Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Danny Kelly and Spike Lee Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Spike Lee discusses his new film, "Highest 2 Lowest," which stars Denzel Washington as a high-powered New York City music executive who finds himself caught in a ransom plot. "Highest 2 Lowest" is in theaters August 15.
Hello,This week, we have a long talk with an author we both have admired for a while, Jonathan Mahler. His new book, The Gods of New York: Egoists, Idealists, Opportunists, and the Birth of the Modern City: 1986-1990, is a chronicle of how a four year stretch in New York City laid down the groundwork for a new city, one that fully separated itself from its working class roots and any notion of civic unity for a fractured, polarized, and atomized city that gave rise to everyone from Donald Trump to Al Sharpton to Larry Kramer to Spike Lee. Really really good book and a great guest. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit goodbye.substack.com/subscribe
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Send us a textThe Summer Swindle continues! This week, Betsy and Trent of the Never Seen It podcast join the show, with Trent making his Let's Taco ‘Bout debut. We talk about podcasting and finding viral success thanks to Tron: Legacy. We also discuss the featured heist movie of the week, Spike Lee's slick bank robbery drama, Inside Man.Betsy and Trent can be found across social media at @neverseenitpod. You can also listen to the Never Seen It podcast wherever you get your podcasts!Follow Fat Dude Digs Flicks across social media:Facebook - Fat Dude Digs FlicksInstagram - FatDudeDigsFlicksTwitter - FatDudeFlicksTikTok - FatDudeDigsFlicksLetterboxd - FatDudeFlicksSubscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, Goodpods, or wherever you get your podcasts. Search for Fat Dude Digs Flicks and click on that subscribe button. Please take a second to rate and review the show, while you're at it!Subscribe to the Fat Dude Digs Flicks YouTube channel and send a thumbs up or two my way!If you'd like to contact me for any recommendations, questions, comments, concerns, or to be a future guest, you can send an email to FatDudeDigsFlicks@gmail.com.And now the call to action:The fight for Women's Reproductive Rights continues. If you are interested in supporting a woman's right to choose, please look into the following organizations:Planned ParenthoodCenter for Reproductive RightsPathfinder InternationalNational Women's Law CenterNARAL Pro-Choice AmericaReligious Coalition for Reproductive ChoiceEquality NowEvery Mother CountsGlobal Fund For WomenGun violence in the United States has reached epidemic proportions. Join the fight for better gun laws and regulations by looking into or contributing to:Coalition to Stop Gun ViolenceEverytown for Gun SafetyThe Brady CampaignNewtown Action AllianceMoms Demand Action for Gun Sense in AmericaAmericans for Responsible SolutionsLaw Center to Prevent Gun ViolenceHelp protect, defend, and support our LGBTQ+ brothers, sisters, and non-binary spiritual siblings by checking out:Transformation Project SDGLAADTrans LifelineThe Trevor ProjectThe Center of Excellence for Transgender HealthGender DiversityHuman Rights CampainIt Gets Better ProjectThe Transgender Law CenterFORGEGLSENThe Matthew Shepard FoundationPride FoundationTransgender Legal Defense and Education FundTrans Women of Color CollectiveTrans Youth Equality FoundationNational Center For Transgender EqualityTrue Colors FundThe Trans Culture District Support the show
Fall 2025 is shaping up to be a goldmine for film lovers, with new releases from top directors like Spike Lee, Kathryn Bigelow, Paul Thomas Anderson, and the Safdie brothers. We preview the most anticipated movies of 2025 still to come. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/culture-crash-from-kurosawa-remakes-to-stephen-king-revivals-the-fall-film-lineup Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Larry is joined by New York Times journalist and author Jonathan Mahler to discuss his newest book ‘The Gods of New York: Egotists, Idealists, Opportunists, and the Birth of the Modern City: 1986-1990', publishing on August 12th. They begin their conversation by detailing why Jonathan decided to write the book and shining a light on the rich history of New York city that precedes the period it covers. Here, they focus on the infamous Howard Beach, Queens incident with local police that led to the rise of Al Sharpton and a new age of public protesting (18:46). After the break, Larry and Jonathan take a look at the Wall St. crash of 87-88 and break down how the AIDS epidemic affected both the gay and art communities in New York at that time (31:52). They end the pod by talking about Rudy Guiliani's war against the mob, how the tabloids created Donald Trump, and filmmaker Spike Lee's love letter to the city, ‘Do The Right Thing' (38:43). Host: Larry Wilmore Guest: Jonathan Mahler Producers: Chris Sutton and Brandy LaPlante Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week on Pour Minds, Lex P and Drea Nicole are joined by The Chi’s very own Cortez Smith, better known as Nuck, for a wild ride of storytelling, truth-telling, and bone-hitting honesty (literally). From his real-life experiences growing up in Chicago to landing his breakout role, Cortez opens up about how he dodged the streets, dealt with rejection from Spike Lee, and why one “yes” changed his life forever. They also get into the rise of hobosexuals—fine men with nowhere to live—unpacking whether looks really get you far when you’re broke. The trio shares Poor Decisions of the Week, debates tattoo regrets (and removals), and dives deep into dating with no motion, the curse of pretty privilege, and why vibes matter more than abs. Plus: the girls sip on the “Pour & Peace Paloma,” this week’s Taylor Port-sponsored Drink of the Week, and Cortez keeps it real about paying his tab when he had no home, no job—but plenty stroke!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode, the Mullets return from hiatus with a super-sized, legendary episode where they recap trips and recent films before watching what they say and discussing Spike Lee's habits, hankies and bad whites.All kinds of awesome, bonus content is available on our Patreon! Rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher and Spotify! Follow us on Facebook and Twitter!
Few icons represent New York City like Spike Lee — award-winning director, cultural force, Knicks superfan, and the visionary behind Do The Right Thing. In this exclusive Boardroom May Cover Story, Spike sits down with Co-Founder Rich Kleiman for a powerful conversation covering: The meaning behind May 19th — Malcolm X's 100th birthday, the anniversary of Do The Right Thing, and the Cannes premiere of his latest film Highest 2 Lowest starring Denzel Washington & A$AP Rocky.
In this deeply personal and inspiring episode of Nothing Left Unsaid, Tim Green and his son Troy welcome Grammy-winning artist Bruce Hornsby. Known for hits like "The Way It Is," Bruce opens up about music, legacy, confronting social issues through art, and finding humor amidst life's trials. From receiving a mysterious cassette featuring Tupac's iconic "Changes" to collaborating with Spike Lee, Bruce shares candid stories about creativity, authenticity, and the impact one song can have across generations. Episode Highlights: 00:00: Receiving Tupac's "Changes" cassette posthumously and its impact 09:06: Origins and relevance of "The Way It Is" 16:01: Collaborating with Spike Lee and navigating backlash 19:55: Why Bruce initially quit piano lessons due to embalming fluid 34:00: Choosing music over basketball and overcoming family skepticism 47:14: Personal struggles, ALS connections, and finding spiritual grounding 53:00: Bruce proudly shares insights into his family's unique journey This episode encapsulates music's power to inspire change and heal wounds, interwoven with humor and humanity, perfectly reflecting the heart of Nothing Left Unsaid. SPONSORS: ElevenLabs: Thanks to ElevenLabs for supporting this episode and powering Tim's voice. SOCIAL: Website: nlupod.com Twitter: @nlutimgreen Facebook: facebook.com/NLUpod Instagram: @nlupod AUDIO ONLY: Spotify: Listen on Spotify Apple Podcasts: Listen on Apple Podcasts PERSONAL: Tackle ALS: tackleals.com Tim Green Books: authortimgreen.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Send us a textWhat defines the greatest films of our still-young century? When The New York Times published their reader-selected Top 100 Films of the 21st Century, we couldn't resist diving into this cultural touchstone that had over 200,000 cinephiles weighing in on what matters most in modern cinema.With Bong Joon-ho's "Parasite" claiming the top spot and Christopher Nolan dominating with five entries (including both "Interstellar" and "The Dark Knight" in the top 10), the list reveals fascinating patterns about what resonates with today's audiences. We explore the international appeal of the selections, from "Spirited Away" at #8 to "In the Mood for Love" at #12, while questioning the noticeable absence of Black filmmakers like Spike Lee and the limited representation of female directors.The conversation takes unexpected turns as we debate which films deserve higher placement (could "Portrait of a Lady on Fire" crack the top 10?), which should be removed entirely (does "Everything Everywhere All at Once" belong at #13?), and what crucial omissions we'd add to create a more representative canon. From questioning the recency bias that elevates new releases like "Oppenheimer" and "Dune Part Two" to lamenting the underrepresentation of horror and comedy, we offer our unfiltered takes on what this list gets right and wrong.Whether you're a casual moviegoer or a dedicated cinephile, this episode provides both a roadmap for essential viewing and a framework for thinking critically about what makes a film truly stand the test of time. Join us for this passionate celebration and critique of the films that have defined our century so far – and let us know which rankings you'd fight to change!Support the show
Hoje, ‘No Pé do Ouvido, com Yasmim Restum, você escuta essas e outras notícias: Fim da autoescola pode representar economia para brasileiros de até R$ 9 bi por ano. Japão quebra 17 recordes de temperatura em dia de calor intenso. Brasil cria 166 mil vagas formais de emprego em junho. Revelado trailer de novo longa de Spike Lee estrelado por Denzel Washington. E estudo mostra que nosso cérebro ativa células de defesa só de ver alguém doente se aproximandoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mike Isaacson is the Artistic Director and Executive Producer of The Muny, the third person to hold this position in The Muny's 106 -year history. During his 14 seasons, he has produced 89 Muny shows, 37 new to The Muny stage. He is also a 9 Time Tony Award winning Broadway producer. After his first season at The Muny, The Riverfront Times wrote, “Under the leadership of executive producer Mike Isaacson the quality of Muny productions rose like the proverbial phoenix.” During his tenure, Isaacson has changed the look and feel of The Muny, overseeing a transformation in every aspect of production that culminated in 2019 with the arrival of the theatre's extraordinary James S. McDonnell stage, a state-of-the art stage house that includes revolutionary LED technology, automated sets, and a host of other innovations. In 2016, The Muny embarked on an unprecedented $100 million capital campaign, raising within 5 years a record amount for any theater in the U.S. During the COVID lock-down summer of 2020, Mike produced and created The Muny 2020 Variety Hour, five live online shows that reached a worldwide audience of more than 400,000. For the summer of 2021, The Muny was one of two theaters in the U.S. to reopen, and produced five full productions, receiving acclaim for their artistry and their presence. The 2022 season's productions received 21 nominations from the St. Louis Theatre Critics Circle, more than any other theater in St. Louis. In 2023, The Muny bested its record with 26 nominations, and for it's 2024 season, The Muny received a record 30 nominations – a record for The Muny and for the Theatre Critics Circle. During his time, The Muny's education and outreach programs have grown in number, and their artistic endeavors now incorporate all aspects of theater making – production, performance and administration. The Muny kids and teens are now recognized nationally for their excellence, inspiring a national program where teens from throughout the U.S. audition annually come to St. Louis to be a part of a Muny production. For 27 years, with his partner Kristin Caskey, Mike has produced more than 40 Broadway musicals and plays, national tours, off-Broadway plays, and London productions. This Spring on Broadway, they are producing Jason Robert Brown's The Last Five Years, co-starring Nick Jonas and Adrienne Warren. In 2023, they produced the highly acclaimed Broadway revival of Parade, starring Ben Platt and Micaela Diamond, now on a national tour. Parade also received “Best Revival of a Musical” as well as “Best Musical Revival” from both The Drama Desk and The Outer Critics Circle. In 2022, they produced Neil Simon's Plaza Suite starring Matthew Broderick and Sarah Jessica Parker, which subsequently had a record-breaking run at London's Savoy Theater. Other recent Broadway productions include David Byrne's American Utopia, for which they received a special 2021 Tony Award. It also became a multi-Emmy Award nominated film by Spike Lee for HBO, for which he also served as an executive producer. In 2015, he received the Tony® award for “Best Musical” for the ground-breaking Fun Home. Other producing highlights include Dolls House, Part 2, The Humans (2016 Tony® Award, Best Play); Bring It On The Musical (2013 Tony® nomination for Best Musical); Red (2010 Tony® Award, Best Play); Legally Blonde the Musical (2011 Olivier Award, Best Musical); Thoroughly Modern Millie (2002 Tony® Award, Best Musical); You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown; If/Then; The Seagull; Burn This, Caroline, or Change; One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest starring Gary Sinise, and Death of a Salesman (1999 Tony® Award). For the IPN, he served as producer for the Broadway productions of Spamalot (2005 Tony® Award, Best Musical), Ragtime (revival) and The Color Purple. All told, his productions have received more than 139 Tony® Award Nominations, and 40 Tony® Awards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this episode of Spitball Media we review and reaction to Marvel's Fantastic Four (2025), Adam Sandler's dubious but lucrative return in Happy Gilmore 2, as well as trailers for It: Welcome to Derry, American Sweatshop, Jitters, Whistle, Spike Lee's Highest to Lowest, War of the Worlds (2025), and Silent Night Deadly Night (2025).
Jimmy addresses the latest news, like Trump extending Mexico's tariff deadline yet again, before speaking with Spike Lee and Zane Lowe and welcoming comedian Olivia Carter for stand-up.
Reece and Bjorn dive into Spike Lee's fifth joint, 1991's Jungle Fever, starring Wesley Snipes and Annabella Sciora as interracial lovers, in a sexy comedy-drama about race, class, sex, love, family, etc. Features Sam Jackson in his break out role as the crack addicted Gator, for which the Cannes Jury that year created a special award just to honour him.
Jocelyn Hu is a Taiwanese American artist and designer based in New York, known for her distinctive, custom creations that draw inspiration from sports, fashion, and cultural narratives. Jocelyn uses her art as a platform for advocacy, creating pieces that foster dialogue and celebrate the richness of diverse, community-driven experiences. She has collaborated with the likes of Angel Reese, Spike Lee, the Phoenix Mercury and Google. Most recently, she partnered with Ally during WNBA All-Star to launch Ally's first public limited-edition fashion merch drop. In this episode, Jocelyn discusses:How she gained the courage to pivot out of corporate marketing to pursue her creative passions professionally; Why sport is her muse; The piece that launched her career, and whatthat experience can teach about leaning into authenticity to face fears;Her process for selecting the brands andathletes she'll work with; Why fashion is increasing interest andviewership in women's sports; andHow to gain the courage to pursue your truepassionLearn more about Jocelyn here.Purchase the "Walking Bucket Hat" from Ally's collaboration with Jocelyn here.Get the Ruling Sports Newsletter: https://rulingsports.com/newsletter/Follow Ruling SportsInstagram: www.Instagram.com/RulingSportsTwitter: www.Twitter.com/RulingSportsFacebook: www.Facebook.com/RulingSportsLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/RulingSportsTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@RulingSports
Episode 362: RASHAD SMITH (Pt.1): The Mystery Beatmaker for Rakim, Uptown Records & Busta Rhymes This week on @RoadPodcast, the crew sits down for Part 1 of an epic two-part conversation with legendary producer @Rashad_Ringo_Smith — the mastermind behind tracks for @TheNotoriousBIG, @BustaRhymes, @JayZ, @Beyonce, @TheGodRakim, and more. You may not know his name, but you definitely know his sound. Rashad kicks things off by reflecting on his early days as a DJ, his childhood nicknames, and the powerful influence his mother had on his musical journey (00:11). He shares his deep love for jazz and reveals how he flipped the same sample two different ways for Busta Rhymes' “Woo Hah” and its remix featuring @OlDirtyBastardLegacy (08:55). He breaks down the art of crate digging with iconic producers, the origins of the “pause tape,” and how it became the foundation for early production before DAWs (18:01). Rashad dives deep into the making of “Woo Hah,” seeing the Hype Williams-directed video for the first time, and Spike Lee's unexpected interest in using the track for Clockers (38:01). From crafting “Don't Sweat the Technique” to the murky politics of credit in the industry (58:10), Rashad opens up about why he calls himself “The Muted Drum” — a nod to his role as one of the most “unknown, known” producers in hip-hop (1:11:04). He also shares stories from his time at Uptown Records, working with a young @Diddy, and the moment he invented the producer tag (1:31:01), before diving into the rise of Bad Boy Records and the complicated dynamics behind the scenes (1:55:01). The episode wraps with Rashad reflecting on the making of the classic Notorious B.I.G. track “One More Time” (2:10:33). Don't miss Part 2, where Rashad speaks on more of his iconic tracks and tells unforgettable stories. This episode is sponsored by @SoundCollectiveNYC, an industry-leading music school, musical space and community located in downtown Manhattan for aspiring DJ's, Producers, Musicians and more. Take private Ableton lessons, practice DJ routines, experiment with different audio equipment and reserve studio spaces for just the day, maybe a week or sign up for their monthly membership. Check www.soundcollective.com for more info and try their Online Classes free for a month by entering the code “ROAD”. If you're in the New York area, visit them at 28 Broadway, New York, NY 10004 and tell them the Road Podcast sent you!! Try Beatsource for free: btsrc.dj/4jCkT1p Join DJcity for only $10: bit.ly/3EeCjAX
We have bad news for you, bank teller person. The robbery is coming from inside the bank! Of course robberies usually happen inside a bank if they are bank robberies. Ones conducted outside of them are can be classified as cash in transit heists if the thieves are stealing from the vehicle itself. Important notes if you're planning on being listed on the FBI's list of most wanted bank robbers. That way you can say you were on the scoreboard when you're in federal prison. In that vein Weltall has Inside Man[2006]. The Clive Owen and Denzel Washington movie directed by Spike Lee about a bank heist. Only it's not … Continue reading "Popcorn Pulse 246: Want Inside"
What's Playing at Alamo Drafthouse St. Louis This August 2025 Get ready for the MOSTLY MOVIE PHONE rundown of August movies at Alamo Drafthouse St. Louis! Hosts Logan Janis and Mark Bluestein, Special Programming Director and Presentation and Programming Manager at Alamo, dive into upcoming screenings and recent movie discussions. Catch the full episode by searching "Mostly Superheroes podcast" on Google, YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Pandora, and of course, mostlysuperheroes.com. Thanks to our fans, patrons, and sponsors for making this indie podcast possible! www.drafthouse.com/st-louis August Highlights at Alamo Drafthouse St. Louis Recent Buzz: Superman: Still a hit, with some debate on Lois Lane's casting. Fantastic Four: Excitement builds for the new film, recalling past versions and Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards. Marvel's Comeback? A discussion on Marvel's resurgence with films like Deadpool & Wolverine and Captain America: Brave New World. August 2025 Lineup (1994-1995 Theme): Week of August 1st: Samurai Series: Seven Samurai, The Tale of Zatoichi (with "Ghost of Tsushima" popcorn bucket!). "Clueless" Movie Party: Interactive fun with props. "Tales from the Hood": Adult horror from 1994. "Sergeant Kabuki Man, NYPD": 4K remaster of a Troma classic. Second Week of August: "Lady Snow Blood": A must-see samurai film. "SpongeBob SquarePants" (Original Movie): Both kid-friendly and adult-only showings! "Party Girl": A 90s date movie with Parker Posey. Week of August 14th: "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem": Kids' camp special. "Elvis: That's the Way It Is": Early 70s concert film, selling out fast! Don't forget the Alamo Season Pass! For only $19.99, get unlimited movies! Future Previews: Alamo Drafthouse will also be a premiere theater for Spike Lee's new movie Highest to Lowest, followed by a Spike Lee trilogy starting with Malcolm X. ©2025 Carrogan Ventures, LLC
Did you miss us? We're back with vacation 2025 talk, including New York Meetups, Disney mayhem, the dangers of cross body bags, and adventures in home theater troubleshooting. Then we welcome Former Congressman and Lt. Governor of the great state of New York, Antonio Delgado! He joins us to tell us why he's running for Governor of New York, and we finally cover Spike Lee's 1989's masterpiece, Do the Right Thing!Chapters Introduction (00:00:00) Hatch News (00:13:58) Antonio Delgado Interview (00:19:11) Do the Right Thing Roundtable (00:42:23) Your Letters (01:56:18) Notes and Links Check out Escape Hatch Merch! Our all new collection of swag is available now and every order includes a free Cameo style shoutout from Haitch or Jason. Browse our collection now. Join the Escape Hatch Discord Server! Hang out with Haitch, Jason, and other friends of the pod. Check out the invite here. Escape Hatch is a TAPEDECK Podcasts Jawn! Escape Hatch is a member of TAPEDECK Podcasts, alongside: 70mm (a podcast for film lovers), Bat & Spider (low rent horror and exploitation films), The Letterboxd Show (Official Podcast from Letterboxd), Cinenauts (exploring the Criterion Collection), Lost Light (Transformers, wrestling, and more), and Will Run For (obsessed with running). Check these pods out!. See the movies we've watched and are going to watch on Letterboxd Escape Hatch's Breaking Dune News Twitter list Rate and review the podcast to help others discover it, and let us know what you think of the show at letters@escapehatchpod.com or leave us a voicemail at +1-415-534-5211. Follow @escapehatchpod on Bluesky,Instagram, and TikTok. Music by Scott Fritz and Who'z the Boss Music. Cover art by ctcher. Edited and produced by Haitch. Escape Hatch is a production of Haitch Industries.
By Any Means Necessary: Spike Lee & The Making of Malcolm X Cinema can change attitudes, englighten ignorance, strengthen understanding and faith. In 1992 director Spike Lee would partner with star Denzel Washington and long-time cinematographer (and NYU schoolmate) Ernest Dickerson to bring to the big screen the life of one of the most important firgures of the 20th Century, Malcolm Little to become "Red" to become Malcolm X, to become el-Hajj Malik el-Shabazz. In an expansive narrative that covers over four decades and - could be argued - encapsulates the experience of Black life in the history of the United States, Spike Lee's Academy Award ignored film (save Denzel Washington's Best Actor Nomination that was lost to Al Pacino for Scent of a Woman) is certainly one of the great artistic, social, and political achievements of the 20th Century. What started out as a reflection on this thirty-three year old film quickly revealed itself as a subject that would demand two episodes to truly understand Lee, Washington, and Dickerson's masterpiece. This week Mr. Chavez & I dive into the history of the films production (a 27 year odyssey that would see a change of directors, misunderstanding, financial complications, and controversy within the Black Community). This discussion took us to some emotional and thought-provoking places. We are honored to share this with you. As always we can be reached at gondoramos@yahoo.com. Many Thanks. For those of you who would like to donate to this undying labor of love, you can do so with a contribution at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/watchrickramos - Anything and Everything is appreciated, You Cheap Bastards.
7/22/25 - Hour 3 In ‘Overreaction Tuesday' Rich weighs in on the Micah Parsons/Dallas Cowboys contract stalemate, who could win NFL MVP honors this season, how many MLB teams will hit the 100-win mark this year, if Cooper Flagg or Luka Doncic will win an NBA title first, and Scottie Scheffler's chances to capture golf's career grand slam. Actor Paul Walter Hauser joins Rich in-studio to discuss his two new big movies coming out this week, ‘The Naked Gun' reboot and the latest ‘Fantastic Four' iteration. The Emmy and Golden Globe winner also discusses his upcoming ‘Americana' and Bruce Springsteen films, working with Spike Lee, Sidney Sweeney, and more. Please check out other RES productions: Overreaction Monday: http://apple.co/overreactionmonday What the Football with Suzy Shuster and Amy Trask: http://apple.co/whatthefootball The Jim Jackson Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-jim-jackson-show/id1770609432 No-Contest Wrestling with O'Shea Jackson Jr. and TJ Jefferson: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-contest-wrestling/id1771450708 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week: The squad gets heated over ham, gambling addiction, quit your job, Spike Lee, self-employed guys, growing up with bitty haircuts, McCann's biscuitfest '25, caviar is overrated, New York pride, hit on by gay men, pickup artists, prosciutto vs. Denny's & much more!Sign up to Patreon for access to exclusive episodes out every Thursday.patreon.com/TheBombSquadPod(Paid Ad) BetterHelphttps://www.betterhelp.com/bspSign up and get 10% off your first month.Follow @TheBombSquadPod onYouTube,Instagram,TikTok &X.Hosted by:Colin Geddis &Aaron McCannProduced & Edited by:Niall Fegan
UnHerd's Florence Read sits down with Todd McGowan – philosopher, film theorist, and author of Pure Excess, Capitalism and the Commodity – to dissect the new Superman film and its deeper political, philosophical, and psychoanalytic currents.As Hollywood leans heavily on superhero franchises, and remakes and adaptations of all sorts, they question whether Superman embodies a "stuck culture," where studios' risk-averse, profit-driven strategies stifle cinematic innovation. Todd probes whether this trend signals a decline in bold, original art, contrasting it with the provocative visions of directors like David Lynch, Stanley Kubrick, Spike Lee, and Martin Scorsese, the latter of which criticised superhero films as “not cinema”, they explore if genres, like horror, have taken up the mantle, delivering the confrontational, cathartic experiences superhero films often lack.Todd finds merit in the new Superman, praising its execution and thematic depth, and reveals why superhero films reflect broader cultural tensions, what's at stake for cinema's future, and whether bold auteurs can still break through the noise. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this special episode of Six Trophies, Shea and Jason dive into the world of Spike Lee's classic film He Got Game starring Denzel Washington and real-life NBA All-Star Ray Allen as Jesus Shuttlesworth, the most coveted basketball prospect in the country. How bad is Jake's parenting style? Whose hustle stings harder, Lala's or Uncle Bubba's? Where would Jesus go in the ‘98 draft? And can Denzel win the trophy that was named after him, or will there be an upset? Tune in to find out. Plus, your hottest basketball movie takes.Be the first to know about Wondery's newest podcasts, curated recommendations, and more! Sign up now at https://wondery.fm/wonderynewsletterListen to Six Trophies on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to all episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/links/six-trophies/ now.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
If you'd like to see full video of this and other episodes, join the Reel Notes Patreon at the Homie ($5/month) tier or higher. Each episode is also available to buy individually for $5 (Buy it through a web browser and not the Patreon app. You'll get charged extra if you purchase through the app.) You also get early access to episodes, an invite to our Discord server, access to the Reel Talk archives, and more!My guest for the 200th episode of Reel Notes is California-via-Chicago rapper, producer, writer, creator of The New Negroes, founder of Auto Reverse Records and Stony Island Audio—Open Mike Eagle. We spoke about the pros and cons of independent music and journalism, the films of Ari Aster, Spike Lee, Wes Anderson, Paul Thomas Anderson, and the MCU, how Nirvana and Ol' Dirty Bastard kicked off his deep dive into music, finding himself in Project Blowed, surviving and thriving in a do-it-yourself world, and the creative process behind his latest album Neighborhood Gods Unlimited. Thank y'all so much for fuckin' with us for 200 episodes. Hope you enjoy :)Neighborhood Gods Unlimited will be out everywhere music is sold, streamed, or stolen on Friday July 11. Consider buying it on Mike's Bandcamp. Follow Mike on Instagram (@open_mike_eagle), Twitter (@mike_eagle), TikTok (@openmikeeagle0), and Twitch (@open_mike_eagle). My first book, Reel Notes: Culture Writing on the Margins of Music and Movies, is available now, via 4 PM Publishing. Order a digital copy on Amazon.Reel Notes stands in solidarity with American immigrants against ICE and the oppressed peoples of Palestine, Congo, Sudan, Tigray, and Haiti. Please consider donating to the Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights, the Palestine Children's Relief Fund, The Palestinian Youth Movement, The Zakat Foundation, HealAfrica, FreeTigray, and/or Hope For Haiti. For information about contacting your representatives to demand a ceasefire, finding protests, and other tools, check out CeasefireToday!Follow me on Instagram (@cinemasai), Twitter (@CineMasai_), Bluesky (@cinemasai.bsky.social), TikTok (@cinemasai), Letterboxd (@CineMasai), and subscribe to my weekly Nu Musique Friday newsletter to stay tapped into all things Dylan Green. Support the show
Abhay is joined by award winning filmmaker Geeta Gandbhir, as she discusses her journey in making documentary films, the importance of empathy in storytelling, and the challenges faced by marginalized voices in the industry. She reflects on her personal experiences, the influence of her mentors, and the need for representation and trust. Geeta also shares insights on her latest project, 'The Perfect Neighbor,' which explores the complexities of community and violence. She is currently directing a series for Netflix with Spike Lee and Samantha Knowles, which is a retrospective on post-Katrina New Orleans. Gratefully, we also talked about Star Wars and Amar Chitra Katha.(0:00 - 2:50) Introduction(2:50) Part 1 - empowerment and practice(16:47) Part 2 - highlighting the African American experience, making 'The Perfect Neighbor', empathy as a vehicle, activism(33:49) Part 3 - legacy and mentorship, cultivating trust(48:42) ConclusionSHOUT OUT: There are major headwinds that are making it harder and harder to freely share stories and news especially from communities of color, so please check out URL media and EpicenterNYC, both the brainchildren of my friend and veteran journalist, Mitra Kalita.Correction - A shared quote in the episode is from director Grace Lee (not Spike Lee). My bad!
July kicks off with a deep dive into the career of one of cinema's most essential voices... Spike LeeIn this episode, I'm breaking down his journey from indie beginnings with She's Gotta Have It, to culturally defining classics like Do The Right Thing and Malcolm X, to modern hits like Blackkklansman and Da 5 Bloods. I'm talking signature directing styles, recurring themes, and why his impact on Black cinema and American filmmaking as a whole remains unmatched.
He branded the Oscars. Designed the iconic Ready to Die album cover. Created film campaigns for Inglourious Basterds, West Side Story, Dune and more. In this episode, our founding editor Katy Cowan chats with creative director Kenny Gravillis, the East London-born designer who's helped shape the visual language of contemporary film. The founder of Gravillis Inc., Kenny shares how he went from designing panty shield ads to working at Def Jam by age 21, and later building a studio in LA that now works with the biggest names in Hollywood. He reflects on meeting Spielberg, working with Spike Lee, and why staying humble (and kind) has been his secret weapon. They also talk about the challenges of breaking into a closed industry, navigating the shift from music to film, and why AI won't replace the nuance of human-made art anytime soon. Oh, and the time Christoph Waltz thought he'd been cut from Inglourious Basterds because Kenny didn't give him a poster. This season is proudly sponsored by the School of Communication Arts.
Visionary filmmaker Spike Lee shares how art becomes activism, memory becomes power, and storytelling becomes resistance. This episode celebrates the role of cinema in confronting injustice and keeping the historical record alive.
In 2018, director Spike Lee brought the story of Ron Stallworth to the big screen to great effect. Today, Josh and Chuck discuss the true story behind the Oscar nominated film. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Listen as Spike Lee and Animal Brown react to Pusha T dissing Travis Scott, Cardi's album announcement and Mexican OT defending the use of the N word.
The best interviews and guest appearance with Boomer & Gio, Tierney & Licata, and Evan & Tiki during the past week. Featuring Yankees legends CC Sabathia and Alex Rodriguez, Dodgers great and 1999 Met Orel Hershiser, Knicks superfan Spike Lee, Giants beat reporter Pat Leonard of the New York Daily News, and three-time Super Bowl champion and longtime NFL analyst Mark Schlereth.
The best interviews and guest appearance with Boomer & Gio, Tierney & Licata, and Evan & Tiki during the past week. Featuring Yankees legends CC Sabathia and Alex Rodriguez, Dodgers great and 1999 Met Orel Hershiser, Knicks superfan Spike Lee, Giants beat reporter Pat Leonard of the New York Daily News, and three-time Super Bowl champion and longtime NFL analyst Mark Schlereth.
Welcome back to Morgan Hasn't Seen with Jeannine Brice & Morgan Robinson!!The second of two Spike Lee movies within this Denzel Washington series sees Jeannine and Morgan go back to their very first collaboration, the most likeable character we've seen from Denzel yet, and a movie jam-packed with Spike Lee favourites and completely distinctive style in the ode to the chaos of jazz bands and the music world; MO' BETTER BLUES (1990)!Our YouTube Channel for all our regular videos:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvACMX8jX1qQ5ClrGW53vowDonate:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ItsAWonderful1Join our Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/ItsAWonderful1IT'S A WONDERFUL PODCAST STORE:https://www.teepublic.com/user/g9designSub to the feed and download now on all major podcast platforms and be sure to rate, review and SHARE AROUND!!Keep up with us on (X) Twitter:Podcast:https://twitter.com/ItsAWonderful1Morgan:https://twitter.com/Th3PurpleDonJeannine:https://twitter.com/JeannineDaBean_Keep being wonderful!!
C&R break up all the Thibs-talk with pizza & stirrups! They unlock a baseball sock memory that melts the studio lines! Impressive or embarrassing? Plus, Fred Durst or Spike Lee?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
C&R start with pizza & stirrups?! They unlock a baseball sock memory that melts the studio lines! Impressive or embarrassing? Fred Durst or Spike Lee? They dive into Tom Thibodeau being fired by the Knicks! The show debates the big news out of New York. 'SHAQ DIESEL TRIVIA' brings the boom & they look up MJ's draft! Plus, a state title winning athlete gets stripped for mimicking a star's celebration! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
If the Western is the godfather of American cinema, then the crime film is its son. With tough guys, shootouts, and explorations of morality, these movies capture the seedy underbelly of a post-war urban world. So, for today's video, I'll be ranking a list of crime films chosen by my producer. Hot takes are bound to happen. - - - Today's Sponsor: Helix Sleep - Go to https://helixsleep.com/klavan to get 27% Off Sitewide + Free Bedding Bundle (Sheet Set and Mattress Protector) with any Luxe or Elite Mattress Order.
The Knicks advance to the ECF, and NYK fans are back. When the Knicks are good, its great for business. Timmy Chalamet has taken Spike Lee's throne as the number one New York Knick fan. The fans were so crazy this weekend that the Iciest Play of the Week goes to one of them! 20+ turnovers lead the Thunder to beat the Nuggets. Alex Caruso had the game of his lifetime guarding Joker, and SGA and the Thunder are looking like a championship contender. Meanwhile, Nikola Jokic is going to drink a bunch of beer and Aaron Gordon complains that there isn't enough time to rest between games. Oh, and Russell Westbrook was bad. Like really bad. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices