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We go In The Cantina to get caught up with author and screenwriter Ernest Cline. In this awesome conversation, Ernie shares behind-the-scenes stories about his first film Fanboys, many we've never heard before, along with tales from the Fanboys reunion earlier this month in Texas. We present Ernie with every Star Wars reference from his groundbreaking novel Ready Player One to get his first-blush reactions and inspirations, and Ernie shares stories about working with Steven Spielberg. Plus, Ernie sticks around to break down the Star Wars: Starfighter teaser trailer screened only once earlier this month at D23, and more!
Ep 154 — Wolf Kahler — Colonel Dietrich in Raiders of the Lost ArkFor Episode 154 of The Filmumentaries Podcast, I'm going back to one of my earliest and most memorable interviews: a conversation with German actor Wolf Kahler, best known to film fans as Colonel Dietrich in Raiders of the Lost Ark.Kahler's wonderfully imposing performance as the Nazi officer who helps Belloq search for the Ark is one of the many unforgettable supporting performances in Spielberg's 1981 adventure. But there's much more to his career than one film.In this episode, Wolf talks about his acting career, how he came to be cast in Raiders of the Lost Ark, working with Steven Spielberg and the cast, and his memories of making one of the most beloved adventure films ever made.It's also a chance to revisit the making of Raiders from the perspective of someone who was actually there — and to hear stories from behind the scenes that you won't find in the finished film.Wolf Kahler has appeared in numerous films and television productions, often playing German military characters, including The Dirty Dozen: The Next Mission, The Bourne Identity, The Remains of the Day, Charlotte Gray, Wonder Woman and The Great Escaper.So, grab your hat, whip and favourite archaeological artefact, and join me for a conversation with Colonel Dietrich himself.This podcast is completely independent and made possible by listener support. If you'd like to help me keep making these episodes, you can join my Patreon community here: https://patreon.com/jamiebenning Watch more on YouTube:Check out the Filmumentaries YouTube channel for behind-the-scenes clips and extra content: https://youtube.com/filmumentariesAll my links
"If you hold on to the past, you die a little each day..." For Episode 416, Brandon and Thomas finish their main series on the Southern Gothic genre with Martin Scorsese's CAPE FEAR. Listen as they discuss how Steven Spielberg was the film's first director, why Robert De Niro was so motivated to make the movie, which A-List actors starred in the film, how Nick Nolte convinced Scorsese for him to star in the film, how Scorsese re-ignited interest in CinemaScope in the 1990s, how Scorsese tried to make this his Alfred Hitchcock movie, and so much more! Use the code cinenation15 on thecinevault.com to get 15% off your online purchase! Also, don't forget to join our Patreon for more exclusive movie content: https://www.patreon.com/cinenation Opening - Kyle Chandler and Friday Night Lights (00:00:10) Recap of the Southern Gothic Genre (00:08:24) Intro to Cape Fear (00:12:30) How Cape Fear Got to Production (00:17:42) Favorite Scenes (00:36:49) On Set Life - (01:07:09) Aftermath: Release and Legacy (01:17:34) What Worked and What Didn't (01:21:36) Film Facts (01:27:52) Awards (01:30:01) Final Questions on the Movie (01:35:23) Final Questions on the Southern Gothic Genre (01:39:15) Wrapping Up the Episode (01:49:31) Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter/X: @CineNationPod TikTok: @cinenation Letterboxd: CineNation Podcast
In this episode, I deconstruct Steven Spielberg's new film Disclosure Day — which I happened to see on the Fourth of July, on the 250th anniversary of this country, in a theater in New York City. The timing was unplanned. The way it landed was not. Tune in to discover: Why integrity is simpler than we think, and why we so often talk ourselves out of it anyway What withholding truth has to do with division, and how speakers and leaders do this more than they realize Why the last word of the film stopped me cold, and what it means for anyone who wants to use their voice to unite rather than divide More from Tricia Publish your book with The Big Talk Press Join me LIVE for my Complimentary Monthly Workshop Explore my content and follow me on YouTube Follow me on Instagram Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on LinkedIn Visit my website at TriciaBrouk.com
Believing in yourself is key to success. One of the best examples of that is Steven Spielberg. At the age of 18 he sneaked onto the Universal Studios lot and literally created a job for himself while nobody was looking. Eventually they noticed him, paid him, and he never left. Feel free to DM me if you have a story you’d like me to cover . . On Facebook it’s Patty Steele and on Instagram Real Patty SteeleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Following up on our discussion of Bicentennial Man, we discuss two movies, starting with the 28th highest-grossing movie of 2001, Steven Spielberg's A.I. - Artificial Intelligence. A.I. has a lot of connections to 1999, since it was originally meant to be directed by Stanley Kubrick, who died in 1999, and starred two of 1999's Best Supporting Actor Oscar nominees, Haley Joel Osment and Jude Law. It's also proven stunningly prescient and holds up in a way that makes it arguably better now than it was 25 years ago. Spielberg's latest, Disclosure Day, while appearing to share a lot of DNA with A.I., is...less good. And John rants about it a lot.
This week we start a new cask around some "Summer Movie Sunburn" and up first we try to decipher the latest from director Steven Spielberg with Disclosure Day. Journey with us as we discuss this legendary director's latest film involving aliens, and the race to let the public know the truth of their existence. But is this a half baked idea that was better suited for the fall instead of the summer? Has Spielberg ran out of juice or is he still able to captivate audiences? So pour some rye, grab your alien language dictionary, and get ready to "listen." Cheers!
Jim Hill and Eric Hersey trace the unlikely journey of Stranger Things from the Duffer Brothers' rejected pitch to one of Netflix's defining franchises - and a recurring Halloween Horror Nights favorite. They revisit how Universal translated Hawkins and the Upside Down into elaborate haunted houses, why the creative partnership worked so well, and how those early attractions helped prove that fans wanted to physically step inside Netflix's worlds. Then Jim and Eric bring the story up to the present with Netflix House in Philadelphia and the latest Stranger Things experience headed to Halloween Horror Nights 35. FEATURE • How Matt and Ross Duffer turned their original Montauk concept into Stranger Things after a string of network rejections. • Why the show's mix of Stephen King, Steven Spielberg, John Carpenter, 1980s nostalgia, and breakout young performers became a cultural phenomenon. • How Stranger Things first came to Halloween Horror Nights in 2018, with the Duffer Brothers giving Universal extensive creative access. • The painstaking work behind recreating Hawkins, the Byers house, the Upside Down, and the Demogorgon for Universal Orlando and Hollywood. • Why the 2019 and 2023 Stranger Things houses evolved differently on each coast rather than becoming simple clones. • Jim and Eric's visit to Netflix House at King of Prussia and its immersive Stranger Things experience. • How Netflix expanded Stranger Things into touring experiences, live theater, permanent attractions, and other extensions beyond the streaming series. • What Halloween Horror Nights 35 could represent as one of the final major theme park celebrations of Hawkins and its characters. HOSTS • Jim Hill - X/Twitter: @JimHillMedia | Instagram: @JimHillMedia | jimhillmedia.com• Eric Hersey - X/Twitter: @erichersey | Instagram: @erichersey | strongmindedagency.com FOLLOW • Facebook: @JimHillMediaNews• YouTube: @jimhillmedia• TikTok: @jimhillmedia• Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jimhillmedia/ SUPPORT Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at https://www.patreon.com/jimhillmedia. PRODUCTION CREDITS Edited by Dave GreyProduced by Eric Hersey - https://strongmindedagency.com SPONSOR Planning a Universal Orlando Resort vacation? The travel professionals at BeOurGuestVacations.com offer personalized concierge service to help with resort stays, theme park tickets, and special extras for your Universal adventure. Be sure to mention that the Epic Universal Podcast sent you.If you would like to sponsor a show on the Jim Hill Media Podcast Network, reach out today. https://www.jimhillmedia.com/sponsor/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Steven Spielberg is one of the most famous movie directors in the world. He has made many exciting films that people of all ages love. Some of his most popular movies include "E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial" and "Jurassic Park." Steven Spielberg started making movies when he was just a kid, using his dad's camera. He is known for his amazing storytelling and creating movies that take us on incredible adventures. Watching his films can make you feel like you're part of the action, and they inspire many young filmmakers today.
In 2008, Ben Stiller made a war movie about people making a war movie, and in doing so, accidentally made one of the more prescient satires of 21st-century Hollywood ego, method acting, and the studio system's addiction to spectacle.Tropic Thunder arrived as a big, dumb action-comedy on the surface and a razor-sharp industry roast underneath, skewering everything from Vietnam war epics to blockbuster bloat to the cult of the "serious actor."Starting life as a Stiller passion project over a decade in development, it was championed by Steven Spielberg, and has an unrivalled mid-2000s ensemble; Stiller, Jack Black, and a nearly unrecognizable Robert Downey Jr., whose performance as a white Australian actor undergoing "pigmentation alteration" surgery to play a Black soldier showcased both his talent and the thin line of satire in Hollywood. It also, ironically, ended up with him getting an Academy Award nomination.Tropic Thunder brilliantly satirizes Hollywood's ridiculousness, especially the extremes actors go for awards, but it remains controversial. Despite its flaws, Tropic Thunder remains a relevant critique of the film industry and its egos, prompting discussions about depictions of race, disability and the evolution of comedic boundaries in cinema.Support Verbal DioramaLoved this episode? Here's how you can help:⭐ Leave a 5-star review on your podcast app
Matt Johnson’s new biopic Tony sidesteps the infamous Walk Hard trap by narrowing its scope to a single summer that would end up shaping the rest of Anthony Bourdain’s life, but not necessarily defining it. Whether that approach is ultimately satisfying to fans of the late celebrity chef and author is up for debate this week, as we’re once again joined by Vulture critic Roxana Hadadi to discuss how Tony plays into and against our expectations of a Bourdain narrative. Then we bring Ratatouille back in for Connections, to compare how these two films introduce us to kitchen culture through the eyes of a newbie. Then for Your Next Picture Show, we recommend two more recent films to fill out a Matt Johnson triple feature. Please share your thoughts about Ratatouille, Tony, or anything else in the world of film, by sending an email or voice memo to comments@nextpictureshow.net, or leaving a short voicemail at (773) 234-9730. Next Pairing: David Robert Mitchell’s The End of Oak Street and Steven Spielberg’s The War of the Worlds This episode is presented by Regal Unlimited, the all-you-can-watch movie subscription pass that pays for itself in just two visits. Use code NEXTPIC26 for 15% off.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Matt Johnson’s new biopic Tony sidesteps the infamous Walk Hard trap by narrowing its scope to a single summer that would end up shaping the rest of Anthony Bourdain’s life, but not necessarily defining it. Whether that approach is ultimately satisfying to fans of the late celebrity chef and author is up for debate this week, as we’re once again joined by Vulture critic Roxana Hadadi to discuss how Tony plays into and against our expectations of a Bourdain narrative. Then we bring Ratatouille back in for Connections, to compare how these two films introduce us to kitchen culture through the eyes of a newbie. Then for Your Next Picture Show, we recommend two more recent films to fill out a Matt Johnson triple feature. Please share your thoughts about Ratatouille, Tony, or anything else in the world of film, by sending an email or voice memo to comments@nextpictureshow.net, or leaving a short voicemail at (773) 234-9730. Next Pairing: David Robert Mitchell’s The End of Oak Street and Steven Spielberg’s The War of the Worlds This episode is presented by Regal Unlimited, the all-you-can-watch movie subscription pass that pays for itself in just two visits. Use code NEXTPIC26 for 15% off.Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/join/NextPictureShowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We welcome Naz Perez, cultural conversationalist, Critics' Choice film critic, Forbes Trailblazer, and creator of the masterclass How to Curate a Killer Interview. With a deep focus on instant human connection, energy dynamics, and the art of conversation, she helps creators, hosts, and ambitious individuals break down walls, ditch their ego behind the mic, and build authentic relationships in life and media.In this deep-dive conversation, Naz reveals how to disarm anyone in the first 60 seconds, sharing behind-the-scenes stories from her sit-downs with Steven Spielberg, Brad Pitt, Will Smith, Margot Robbie and more. She shares actionable strategies, from the shift between giving versus taking energy to her unique "soaking" method for creative prep, and explains why embracing your full, authentic self and "living more French" unlocks ultimate confidence.Topics DiscussedGiving vs. Taking Energy: The subtle shift between seeking validation and offering true, magnetic presence.The 60-Second Disarm: How raw vulnerability and humor break down A-list walls instantly.Managing Live Performance Anxiety: Staying grounded and editing in real time under extreme pressure.The "Soaking" Method: Why stepping away in silence yields your best creative questions and downloads.Main Character Syndrome: Ditching self-centered narratives to meet people in their own reality.Leaving Your Ego at the Door: How setting clear spiritual intentions creates real-time connection.Embracing Your Multitudes: Refusing to be put in a box—even if it means leaving money on the table."Living More French": Dropping your masks, letting go of outcomes, and choosing love over fear.Connect with Naz on InstagramConnect with Sebastian on InstagramSebastianNaum.com
In this episode, I sit down with Peter Samuelson, an award-winning film producer, bestselling author, philanthropist, and founder of multiple non-profits dedicated to creating lasting social impact. With 27 films under his belt and decades spent founding impactful charities (including the Starlight Children's Foundation with Steven Spielberg and First Star for foster youth), Peter breaks down how he applies the ultimate entrepreneurial startup toolkit to solve unmet societal needs. Together, we explore his latest mission, Random Opportunities for Kindness, launched to elevate kindness into a viral, gamified movement capable of building bridges and countering societal hatred. In this episode, we discuss: How Peter applies his 27-film producer toolkit as the ultimate entrepreneurial framework for founding non-profits Teaching foster youth to become philanthropists using a $200 grant exercise to build agency and self-worth The inspiration behind his latest initiative, Random Opportunities for Kindness How passing kindness cards with QR codes tracks multi-generational "family trees" of good deeds Gamifying kindness through points, virtual medals, and frequent flyer-style tiers like rock climber, rock star, and rock champion Securing support from 15 state governors across both parties to host press conferences and present physical state kindness medals How local faith leaders, schools, and community challenges like the Vail Valley initiative can adopt the platform for free The distinction between short-term happiness and the long-term fulfillment found in elevating others, as explored in Peter's book Finding Happy About Peter: Peter Samuelson is an award-winning film producer, bestselling author, philanthropist, and founder of multiple nonprofits dedicated to creating lasting social impact. For decades, he has used storytelling, innovation, and service to make a difference in the lives of countless individuals and communities. Today, Peter is focused on an ambitious new mission inspired by a simple yet powerful belief: if negativity can be loud and pervasive, kindness can be loud and powerful too. As an ambassador for ROK—Random Opportunities of Kindness, a new initiative launched by Kindness Worldwide—Peter is helping elevate kindness from a quiet act to a movement capable of changing lives and changing the conversation. ROKindness.org transforms everyday kindness into a visible, measurable movement, spreading empathy at a time when we need more. Through a website, mobile apps, and QR cards, participants inspire others to pay kindness forward, creating expanding waves of positive action. Acts of kindness are tracked, mapped, and rewarded through recognition levels that encourage ongoing engagement. The platform partners with families, schools, faith communities, nonprofits, corporations, and civic organizations to strengthen community impact. A program of Kindness Worldwide, a nonprofit dedicated to fostering a culture of kindness, ROKindness.org launches August 15, 2026. Supporters participate, share, partner, and volunteer, for lasting social change. https://www.ROKindness.orghttps://www.rokindness.comhttps://www.samuelson.lahttps://www.LinkedIn.com/in/petersamuelsonhttps://www.instagram.com/petergsamuelson Peter's Book: Finding Happy: A User's Guide to Your Life, with Lessons From Minehttps://a.co/d/0dffRJk8 ----- Connect with Candice Snyder! Website: https://www.podpage.com/passion-purpose-and-possibilities-1/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/candicebsnyder?_rdr Passion, Purpose, and Possibilities Community Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/passionpurposeandpossibilitiescommunity/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passionpurposepossibilities/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/candicesnyder/ Shop For A Cause With Gifts That Give Back to Nonprofits: https://thekindnesscause.com/ Go to FusionaryFormulas.com and use code PASSION at checkout for 15% off your first order. Fall In Love With Artists And Experience Joy And Calm: https://www.youtube.com/@movenartrelaxation
We discuss the various films Steven Spielberg has released about alien encounters: Close Encounters of the Third Kind (1977), E.T. The Extra Terrestrial (1982), War of the Worlds (2005), and our inciting film, Disclosure Day. Featuring Mark, Lawrence, Sarahlyn, and Al. How is the new film as "mature Spielberg"? Is it as fun as the older films? Is it too heavy handed? Do the older films hold up? Would YOU go with the aliens? Are we as a society too jaded at this point for the Spielberg magic to fully work? Get more at prettymuchpop.com. Get an ad-free experience, plus bonus talking for nearly every episode at patreon.com/prettymuchpop. Sponsor: Get started with Claude AI at claude.ai/pmp.
By the early 1980s Francis Ford Coppola, Steven Spielberg and George Lucas were the richest, best-known filmmakers in the world, with an empire of their own. Coppola had directed The Godfather, then the highest-grossing film of all-time, until Spielberg surpassed it with Jaws — whose record Lucas broke with Star Wars, which Spielberg surpassed again with E.T. In a new book, The Last Kings of Hollywood, Paul Fischer charts their rise from young, ambitious filmmakers in the 1960s to the dominant creative forces of 1970s and 80s American cinema. In this episode, he joins Anna Bogutskaya to examine how these three era-defining filmmakers rivalled and supported each other, fell out and reconciled, and struggled to reinvent popular American cinema. Paul Fischer is an author, screenwriter and filmmaker. The Last Kings of Hollywood: The Battle for the Soul of American Cinema is available online and in bookstores now. Anna Bogutskaya is a film critic, programmer and author of Feeding The Monster. If you'd like to become a Member and get access to all our full conversations, plus all of our Members-only content, just visit intelligencesquared.com/membership to find out more. For £4.99 per month you'll also receive: - Full-length and ad-free Intelligence Squared episodes, wherever you get your podcasts - Bonus Intelligence Squared podcasts, curated feeds and members exclusive series - 15% discount on livestreams and in-person tickets for all Intelligence Squared events ... Or Subscribe on Apple for £4.99: - Full-length and ad-free Intelligence Squared podcasts - Bonus Intelligence Squared podcasts, curated feeds and members exclusive series … Already a subscriber? Thank you for supporting our mission to foster honest debate and compelling conversations! Visit intelligencesquared.com to explore all your benefits including ad-free podcasts, exclusive bonus content and early access. … Subscribe to our newsletter here to hear about our latest events, discounts and much more. https://www.intelligencesquared.com/newsletter-signup/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
What happens when a suburban neighborhood is thrust back into prehistoric times? Join host Kevin Reid as he dives into the thrilling world of "The End of Oak Street," a new science fiction survival film that promises to capture the hearts of adventure enthusiasts and nostalgia seekers alike. This episode of The K. B. Radio Network offers an in-depth review of the film directed by David Robert Mitchell and featuring standout performances by Anne Hathaway and Ewan McGregor. Reid explores how this film marks a significant shift for Mitchell, who has transitioned from the horror genre to deliver a summer blockbuster that feels both fresh and familiar. Reid's passion for cinema shines through as he discusses the film's pacing and character development, drawing comparisons to the classic adventure films of Steven Spielberg. With Hathaway taking center stage, Reid emphasizes her ability to carry the film with a compelling character arc that resonates deeply with audiences. He also acknowledges McGregor's role, highlighting how his performance complements Hathaway's, creating a dynamic that enhances the film's emotional depth. The visual effects in "The End of Oak Street" are nothing short of breathtaking, particularly the stunning depiction of dinosaurs that leap off the screen. Reid praises the film's ability to blend humor and tension, creating a rollercoaster of emotions that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats. Michael Giacchino's score is another highlight, expertly enhancing the film's atmosphere and drawing viewers deeper into its narrative. However, no review is complete without a critical eye. Reid candidly discusses the film's ending, pointing out its lack of logical coherence, which may leave some viewers scratching their heads. Despite this critique, he ultimately rates "The End of Oak Street" a solid B+, deeming it a fun throwback that resonates with those who cherish classic adventure films. This episode is a must-listen for film lovers and anyone intrigued by the intersection of nostalgia and innovative storytelling. Join Kevin Reid on The K. B. Radio Network as he unpacks the layers of this captivating film, offering insights that will enrich your viewing experience. Whether you're a die-hard fan of science fiction, a lover of adventure films, or simply curious about the latest cinematic offerings, this episode promises to deliver valuable perspectives and lively discussion. Don't miss out on this exciting exploration of "The End of Oak Street"—tune in now! Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
Esta semana venimos con el bisturí preparado porque en el mercado tecnológico se han juntado las ganas de reinar con las ideas más surrealistas que hemos visto en mucho tiempo.Ponemos bajo la lupa a los nuevos Google Pixel 11. La firma de la gran 'G' ha puesto toda la carne en el asador para dar un golpe sobre la mesa definitivo, pero despiezamos cada detalle para ver si de verdad este hardware está a la altura del hype o si la competencia tiene motivos para estar tranquila.Y para rematar el episodio, abordamos lo más bizarro del momento: el nuevo Robot Phone de Honor. Un teléfono que parece sacado de una película de Steven Spielberg y que plantea más dudas que respuestas. ¿Estamos presenciando el nacimiento de una nueva categoría de móviles o el patinazo del año?Ponte cómodo, pilla algo de beber y acompáñanos en este ratito de salseo tecnológico.Enlace a RHINOSHIELD: https://url.rhinoshield.es/RHINO-tdg
Jungian scholar and author Dr. Robert H. Langan joined us to discuss his book, Jung and Spinoza: Passage Through the Blessed Self, and shared his thoughts on the new Steven Spielberg film Disclosure Day.
Join us for the final installment of One True Book Club '26! In this series of episodes, we are reading the Hemingway-relevant selection, Under Fire by Henri Barbusse, the classic French WWI novel published in 1916.This episode covers the final chapters of the novel. We discuss how Barbusse balances graphic, grotesque depictions of the dead with artistic restraint; we analyze anti-war themes throughout this section, including Corporal Bertrand's powerful speech; and we reflect on the "ray of light" symbolism at the end of the book.Throughout the discussion, we connect our reading to other works by Hemingway: “Chapter X” of In Our Time [They whack-whacked the horse…], A Farewell to Arms, For Whom the Bell Tolls, Men at War, “A Natural History of the Dead," and “Soldier's Home.” We also draw connections to other non-Hemingway works, among them J'accuse (dir. Abel Gance), Stephen Crane's The Red Badge of Courage, Bob Dylan's “Blowin' in the Wind,” Joseph Heller's Catch-22, Siegfried Sassoon's Memoirs of an Infantry Officer, and Saving Private Ryan (dir. Steven Spielberg).We are using the Penguin Classics edition with an Introduction written by Professor Jay Winter. In the second half of this episode, Winter kindly sits down with us to share his wisdom about this spectacular book!Thank you for listening to One True Podcast! Consider donating to the Hemingway Society, including to the recently created One True Podcast Fund or the Hemingway Café Club!
Welcome to The Celluloid Mirror!In this episode we discuss Paul Norman's 1995 film Ice Cream Man starring Clint Howard and Steven Spielberg's 2001 film A.I. Artificial Intelligence starring Haley Joel Osment.Did we do this episode partly to comment on a certain other Ice Cream Man film that is currently getting torn apart by horror fans and uses generative A.I.? Yup. We briefly discuss Eli Roth's latest "efforts." We also discuss how the 1995 Ice Cream Man is a whole lot of fun, A.I. was mis-marketed leading to poor audience reactions, read some listener/viewer comments, and spend some time on the internet. Ice Cream Man Reviews:Stefan Birgir Stefans: https://www.sbs.is/movie-review/ice-cream-man-1995/Robert Scucci: https://www.giantfreakinrobot.com/ent/horror/ice-cream-man-review.htmlCritic Quotes about A.I. Artificial Intelligence:“By the end A.I. exhibits all its creators' bad traits and none of the good. So we end up with the structureless, meandering, slow-motion endlessness of Kubrick combined with the fuzzy, cuddly mindlessness of Spielberg.” - Mick Lasalle, SF Chronicle“There aren't many at all like Spielberg and Kubrick, directors willing to lasso dreams (that's Steven) and nightmares (that's Stanley) or die trying. A.I. is a clash of the titans, a jumble, an oedipal drama, a carny act. I want to see it again.” - Lisa Schwazbaum, EWSubscribe to the audio-only version of The Celluloid Mirror on your podcast platform of choice or subscribe to our YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/@4milecircusprod and turn on reminders to catch our livestreams. Find The Celluloid Mirror (including bonus episodes) at its home on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/4milecircusRegular episodes (as well as some other posts) are free to all. Most posts are free if you subscribe, and there are even more if you wanna pay. Join us!Learn more about our work in general at http://www.4milecircus.comMusic"Twisted" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/"
Our exit today has us celebrating Hanukkah in August! This week, we are talking about Eight Crazy Nights, written by Brooks Arthur, Allen Covert, Brad Isaacs and Adam Sandler, and directed by Seth Kearsley.Along the way, we talk a lot about Ross' Hannukah memories and Jewish Summer camps. We also talk about Adam Sandler, adult cartoons, why this is a cartoon, Foot Locker, Don Bluth, Steven Spielberg, Jimmy Stewart, animated reindeer, poop jokes, and why this is a musical.Theme music by Jonworthymusic.Powered by RiversideFM.CFF Films with Ross and friends.Movies We've Covered on the Show on Letterboxd.Movies Recommended on the Show on Letterboxd.
It's Wayback Wednesday, with another interview from our archives. This week, in response to the new Steven Spielberg film Disclosure Day, we present our interview with paranormal researcher and author Nick Redfern about his book Final Events.First released October 23, 2010IT'S RARE that new information emerges in UFO research, but we're honored this week to feature a man who's managed to disclose the existence of a group that's remained under the radar of ufologists for over 60 years.Researcher and author Nick Redfern (www.nickredfern.com/) discusses his new book Final Events and the Secret Government Group on Demonic UFOs and the Afterlife (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1933665483?ie=UTF8&tag=peeringintoda-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=1933665483), in which he describes a secret group inside the U.S. intelligence community called the Collins Elite.Formed in the wake of the 1947 Roswell crash, the Collins Elite came to believe that UFOs are the product of fallen angels who want to harvest human souls, and that radical action — imposition of an Old Testament form of morals and dogma on a planetary scale — is needed to save humanity from a hellish end.Final Events is a must-read for anyone who sees through the thin scientific veneer of the UFO phenomenon. The Collins Elite, if Redfern's sources were telling the truth, are not Christians. Christ never called his followers to literally conquer the world and make disciples by force, which logic tells us doesn't work anyway.Sadly, there are those who either can not or will not make a distinction between true followers of Jesus Christ and those who seek dominion in His name.Follow us!• X: @viewfrombunker (https://x.com/viewfrombunker) | @sharonkgilbert (https://x.com/sharonkgilbert) | @derekgilbert (https://x.com/derekgilbert)• Telegram: t.me/gilberthouse• Substack: gilberthouse.substack.com | sharonkgibert.substack.com• YouTube: @GilbertHouse (https://youtube.com/@gilberthouse) | @UnravelingRevelation (https://youtube.com/@unravelingrevelation)• Facebook.com/viewfromthebunker
Ok, we finally made it! Wrapping up our multi-part appreciation of the work of Steven Spielberg with Part 5. Spoilers for GYMKATA, ZODIAC, QUANTUM OF SOLACE and, of course, the films of Spielberg. Subscribe on Patreon Apple - The Film Talk Spotify - The Film Talk Facebook.com/TheFilmTalk
The League had the ultimate pleasure of talking to the “almost famous” geek icon Flint Dille, author of The Gamesmaster: My Life in the '80s Geek Culture Trenches with G.I. Joe, Dungeons & Dragons, and The Transformers as well as the author of our childhoods, and keeper of hidden geek memorabilia. Celebrating the 40th anniversary of Transformers The Movie with a remastered episode, we sit down with Flint Dille, author of The Gamesmaster: My Life in the '80s Geek Culture Trenches with G.I. Joe, Dungeons & Dragons, and The Transformers. As a legendary writer and story editor, his work shaped iconic '80s animation including The Transformers, G.I. Joe, Inhumanoids, Visionaries, and The Puppy's Further Adventures, along with penning the screenplay for the 1986 feature film The Transformers: The Movie. Beyond television, he is an accomplished game designer and narrative architect who has contributed to major franchises like Pokemon GO and blockbuster AAA titles alongside former Call of Duty developers. Throughout his career, he has collaborated with industry luminaries such as George Lucas, Steven Spielberg, Ray Bradbury, and Gary Gygax, continuing a rich family legacy in pop culture as the grandson of Buck Rogers creator John F. Dille.
Heather O'Rourke se convirtió en una estrella mundial gracias a POLTERGEIST, pero su vida terminó trágicamente cuando tenía solo 12 años. Diagnósticos médicos, una muerte inesperada y la inquietante “maldición” que rodeó a la película. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Shahbaz heads to Montreal to sit-down with CAPE FEAR star Patrick Wilson and Creator Nick Antosca. In “Cape Fear,” inspired by the 1991 remake directed by Martin Scorsese and produced by Steven Spielberg, a storm is coming for happily married attorneys Anna (Amy Adams) and Tom Bowden (Patrick Wilson) when Max Cady (Javier Bardem), the notorious killer they are responsible for putting behind bars, is let out of prison — and he wants vengeance. All episodes of Cape Fear are now streaming on Apple TV. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca. Check out our new The Movie Podcast Clips Channel! Contact: hello@themoviepodcast.ca FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week Andy, Lobo, Lori, JT, and Jim continue our SUMMER SHARK SPECIAL with 1978's JAWS 2, not directed by Steven Spielberg and not featuring the more interesting characters from the first movie, but thankfully upping the ante in (1) Explosions and (2) Trying to kill a shark with a handgun. What damage did JAWS 2's box office success do in ensuring that every hit movie immediately gets a sequel? And can I grow my sideburns out like Keith Gordon? Theme song is "Losing My Mind" by Chase Ceglie. Check out Chase's music here: https://chaseceglie.bandcamp.com/ BIT PLAYERS SUMMER SCHEDULE at the Firehouse Theater in Newport, RI Regular shows Fri & Sat @8pm Funnies for Felines! A standup benefit for Fine Feline Cat Rescue - Thurs. 8/13 @8pm Naughty Bits Late Night - Sat. 8/22 @10pm Family Friendly Funnies - Sat. 8/29 @6pm And much more! Check www.bitplayers.net and follow The Bit Players on Facebook/Insta for updates
In this episode we discuss Steven Spielberg's career and his newest film, Disclosure Day. Thanks for stopping by.__________Feel free to email at silverscreenvideopodcast@gmail.com with any comments or thoughts. Also be sure to follow us on Instagram @silverscreenvideopodcast and Twitter @SilverVideo. Intro Music by:https://soundcloud.com/ajax-blak
Steven Spielberg doesn't want you to know his aliens aren't real. That's the standard Matthew Butler had to hit on Disclosure Day: total photographic believability, zero tolerance for anything that reads as fantasy, even when the story is about a supposed decades-long government cover-up of extraterrestrial contact. Butler has been Spielberg's go-to VFX supervisor for grounded, "make it real" work since Ready Player One, and before that, he was Chris's first VFX supervisor ever, on The Day After Tomorrow. Back in Episode 557, Chris and Daniel broke down Disclosure Day as fans, tracing its DNA back through Close Encounters and Sugarland Express. This time they bring on the person who actually built it, for a conversation about matching digitally-replaced train sequences to real-world reference plates, a shot count that came in smaller than planned going in, and why the biggest emotional gut-punch in the movie has almost nothing to do with visual effects at all. Butler walks through how Spielberg directs VFX without ever really discussing VFX, and the two of them dig into what makes his process so different: a shot list that shrank instead of ballooning, something Butler says has never happened on any other project in his career, a director who wants to solve problems himself rather than have them solved for him, and a 30-year veteran realizing mid-conversation that the AI moment VFX is living through right now feels exactly like the unsolved chaos of the 1990s. A conversation about restraint, trust, and knowing when the effects work is actually done when nobody notices it. Mentioned in this episode: Digital Domain, James Cameron, Titanic, Poltergeist, Tobe Hooper, Eric Barba, Doug Roble, Janusz Kamiński, Chris Columbus, Gremlins reboot, The Odyssey, Dune Guest links: Mattew Butler on IMDB > Matthew Butler on LinkedIn > Special thanks to our sponsor: Center Grid Virtual Studio: https://cgvirtualstudio.com/
This week we're back in Roger Corman territory with an early Joe Dante feature for New World Pictures, Piranha from 1978. When a pair of teenage hikers go missing in the Texas wilds, a bounty hunter will have to team up with a reclusive alcoholic weirdo to find them. Their search takes them to a secret research facility where they accidentally release a large number of genetically modified piranhas into the local river system where they will wreak havoc on a summer camp and a lakeside resort full of people just begging to be nibbled on by voracious carnivorous fish. Along the way our hapless heroes will have to outwit the cops and a military coverup. Piranha is an extraordinarily silly monster movie that is obviously doing everything it can to snatch some of that precious Jaws money the very same year that Universal released the much-anticipated Jaws 2. A lawsuit nearly stopped this movie in its tracks but were it not for Steven Spielberg himself, we might not have ever seen this highly enjoyable trainwreck of an exploitation movie. Join the Bring Me The Axe Discord: https://discord.gg/snkxuxzJ Support Bring Me The Axe! on Patreon:https://patreon.com/bringmetheaxepod Buy Bring Me The Axe merch here: https://www.bonfire.com/store/bring-me-the-axe-podcast/
Programa #21 y se lo dedicamos a EEUU. En Gales meten presa a la muerte, en la FIFA fracasan queriendo privatizar el Mundial, en Winona se roban las camaras de seguridad y Robert Kennedy se vuelve pro vacunas. Además Steven Spielberg volvio a los estrenos con Disclosure Day y charlamos sobre la pelicula que mezcla aliens, creencias y persecución del Gobierno. Nacho se metió en el mundo de los lostwave y cuenta toda la historia sobre la cancion mas famosa de internet. Encontra este y mucho más contenido todos los sábados a las 13hs por www.fm913.com.ar o en Spotify
There was a time when the premise of nanny robots and artificial intelligence raising our children was merely the subject of Steven Spielberg's futuristic sci-fi films. The future, it seems, is now. As AI enters nurseries, playrooms, and classrooms, parents are being sold a “smart” childhood at every turn. With mainstream use of artificial intelligence, the power of parent talk and human interaction in childhood development has become even clearer. In her latest book, Human Raised, author Dana Suskind, MD, reveals the possibilities and perils of using AI and related technologies for child-rearing. What do parents and caregivers need to know to assess individual technologies and foster the skills needed to thrive growing up in an AI-driven future? Dr. Suskind has authored over 45 scientific publications and is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics and a Fellow for the Council on Early Childhood. She is also the founder and Co-Director of the TMW Center for Early Learning + Public Health, Founding Director of the Pediatric Cochlear Implant Program, and Professor of Surgery and Pediatrics at the University of Chicago. Her previous books include the New York Times bestsellers Parent Nation and Thirty Million Words. This conversation originally took place on July 23, 2026 at the City Club of Cleveland. Guests: - Dana Suskind, MD, Author, Human Raised: Nurturing Connection, Curiosity & Lifelong Learning in the Age of AI - Lisa Damour, PhD., Author, Psychologist, and Senior Advisor to the Schubert Center for Child Studies, Case Western Reserve University
Welcome to Mysteries to Die For and this Toe Tag.I am TG Wolff and am here with Jack, my piano player and producer. This is normally a podcast where we combine storytelling with original music to put you at the heart of mystery. Today is a bonus episode we call a Toe Tag. It is the first chapter from a fresh release in the mystery, crime, and thriller genre.Today's featured release is Rule One by Michael LuckerRule One is cop mystery. Dent McCreary is the FBI's best profiler. He is also a drunk, homeless, and a washout as a boyfriend. But when a body if found in a laundromat, solving the over-the-top kill demands someone who doesn't play by the rules.Bottom line: Rule One is for you if you like your killers creative and your detectives hard core.Rule One was released from Wordee is available from AMAZON LINK and other book retailers.About Michael LuckerMICHAEL LUCKER is an author, screenwriter, and lecturer of creative writing. He began his career writing television commercials while earning his degree in broadcasting and film at Boston University's College of Communication. Soon after he landed in Los Angeles working in production on series for ABC, NBC and CBS before taking a job as assistant to Steven Spielberg on feature films. His projects eventually led him to screenwriting, where he helped pen more than twenty feature screenplays. A renowned instructor in screenwriting, Michael serves as lecturer at the University of North Georgia, mentor in Reinhardt University's Creative Writing MFA program, and founder of Screenwriter School.Website: michaellucker.comInstagram: @michaelluckerFB: @michaelluckerWondering what to read after you finish Rule One? Partners in Crime Tours is your ultimate destination for all things mystery, crime, thriller, and cozy! Since 2011, they've been working to fill bookshelves with gripping and heart-pounding reads. Discover new mystery series and connect with other fans with Partners in Crime. Look up Partners in Crime Tours on the web or your favorite social media – partnersincrimevbt.com.And Authors, whether you're looking to promote your latest thriller, discover a new mystery series, or connect with fellow fans of the genre, PICT has you covered. Check out their promotion options that come with the personal attention of a dedicated coordinator.Join us next week for Season 9 Stuff That Can Kill You. Kyra Jacobs returns to the morgue with The Curse of the Siren's Shriek, where sound is our STCKY means of murder.
In which Steven Spielberg goes back to the early days of his career and produces a new spin on Close Encounters of the Third Kind. Well, we say "new"; he updates it to the themes and concerns of the mid-1990s at least. Presented by J.R. Southall, with Ian Winterton
359 Backrooms (2026, Dir. Kane Parsons, Starring: Chiwetel Ejiofor, Renate Reinsve, Mark Duplass) 110min Disclosure Day (2026, Dir. Steven Spielberg, Starring: Emily Blunt, Josh O'Connor, Colin Firth, Colman Domingo) 145min Scream 7 (2026,... The post Extra Features 359 appeared first on Extra Features.
Episode 170 of HODGEPOD: Rob Fredette talks with violinist, composer and filmmaker Yale Strom about his musical life—from childhood lessons and orchestra days to klezmer, rock crossover and global influences. Strom discusses his novel "The Autobiography of the Offenbacher", the violin's role in preserving culture and memory (including stories tied to the Holocaust), his documentary work, encounters with figures like Steven Spielberg and Leonard Nimoy, and performs a short live piece.
Episode 170 of HODGEPOD: Rob Fredette talks with violinist, composer and filmmaker Yale Strom about his musical life—from childhood lessons and orchestra days to klezmer, rock crossover and global influences. Strom discusses his novel "The Autobiography of the Offenbacher", the violin's role in preserving culture and memory (including stories tied to the Holocaust), his documentary work, encounters with figures like Steven Spielberg and Leonard Nimoy, and performs a short live piece.
Could there be other universes out there? On this episode, Neil deGrasse Tyson and co-hosts Chuck Nice and Gary O'Reilly answer science questions from celebrities like Steven Spielberg, Josh Scherer, Emily Blunt, and more. NOTE: StarTalk+ Patrons can listen to this entire episode commercial-free here: https://startalkmedia.com/show/stars-ask-neil-to-save-the-universe/ Thanks to our Patrons teonie, Dixie Gamoning, Greg Meyer, Mike Bilodeau, Mitchell Keesler, john hutt, Karen Buss, The Merry Widow, Casandra Martin, Swaraj Jaiswal, Hoang Nguyen, Knooble Gooble, Panainte Victor, Peter Jensen, Rajesh Bhaidasna, Victor Pomales, George Mulder, Life Space and the Lot, RandomBrian423, blitzgrub, Travis Bridges, Sreya Kumpatla, Erik Scheirer, Natalie Tabor, SwaZam!, KILOCREAMYY, Lisa Peldiak, Tosin Awofeso, Joe Buzz, daevon pearson, Amie Christy, Simone Adair, Philippe, Logan Davis, Ted Parsons, Macs Ton, Ben, Quentin Ferguson, Ash De Zylva, Evalena Marie, Nancy Bijok, Jacob Garcia, The Preschool Doctor, Amber Shaw, Erin, ilya, Kevin Nguyen, Austin Weets, and Alan G for supporting us this week. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of StarTalk Radio ad-free and a whole week early.Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Daniel Bacon has amassed a long list of credits: more than 150 credits in film and television and more than 20 in the theatre. He played Bonecruncher, one of the man-eating giants, in The BFG – which was directed by an up-and-coming indie director – maybe you've heard of him – Steven Spielberg. He appeared in The Smashing Machine and Secrets of a Marine's Life. He's guest starred on shows like The Irrational, Motherland Fort Salem, Limetown, and The Good Doctor. He played in all three seasons of Paranormal Solutions Inc., including an episode where his character – an injured member of the PSI team – is injured and nursed back to health by Sasquatch, played with the gentle touch of a Wookiee on Life Day by Dave Collette. He's appeared in dozens of Hallmark Movies, and was mayor in at least eight of them. And all this, after getting his start in a boy band and touring malls across Canada (like contemporaries Tiffany, Debbie Gibson, and Robin Sparkles). All that is to say that Daniel has a lot of experience in the entertainment biz, and a lot of knowledge to share. On Wednesday, August 12, he'll teach his very popular online workshop called “Own Your Audition” for The Drama Class, which you might remember is run by friends of the pod Cat Lough Haggquist and Bronwen Smith. Daniel's class helps actors develop a process and a confidence in how to make choices that help your audition stand out – which, in this new era of self tapes, is especially important.In this fascinating and contemplative episode, Daniel talks about his boy band era, his time with Sasquatch, and how actors can make an impact with their self-tapes, and also shares his still-unfolding adoption story (which should be a movie all on its own). YVR Screen Scene is a division of Fish Flight Entertainment.
Send us Fan MailFriendly greetings, pod listener and follower of the TGTPTU. Stay excite: Season 17's concluding 1x1s of very special one-off movies cultivated by show regulars continues this week with host Tom's pick of a fellow Tom's directorial debut, that being distant relative of Al Green and the rapper, the writer, the MTV's late-90's darling with a hit show and #1 single, the Tom of all trades, Ontario Canada's very own (and once Drew Barrymore's very own before she made what has to be the greatest regret of her life, I mean, even more than dancing on David Letterman's desk or falling for the two killers in Scream or being Steven Spielberg's goddaughter or in that third Adam Sandler movie, even if it meant she could later date Justin Long, that regret being her amicable divorce from…) Tom Green and his co-written and lead role in his romantic-inspirational-comedy magnus opus, FREDDY GOT FINGERED (2001). The film that help give rise to the American indie wave of small-budget (under $15M) studio comedies at whose crest would launch the careers of such luminaries as Todd Phillips, Adam McKay, and David Gordon Green (no known relation to Tom) follows the trials and tribulations of a misunderstood, aspiring cartoonist Gordon “Gord” Brody (played by Tom Green) as he, through increasingly charming and absurd antics, reconnects with this father (played by Academy Award-winner Rip Torn), re-earns the love of his paraplegic girlfriend (played by Marisa Coughlan), and, by believing in himself and his slanted view of the world so strongly, wins over the head of an animation studio head (played Anthony Michael Hall) with a marginally fictionalized version of his life experiences and thereby elevates himself out of the grind of service industry and factory work and is able to vacay with his daddy. This seminal and often overlooked work of the early 00s was the wellspring for new types of movie humor and visual storytelling. It is alleged that Al-Qaeda delayed their deadly attacks until after film had its worldwide release so they could catch it as an inflight movie. They had rightly suspected that their attacks on 9/11, originally commissioned by the Bush Administration for 4/11 (MIHOP), would shut down theaters and movie exports. Unfortunately, these same attacks would irrevocably change the face of comedy in the 00s, altering the tenor of the humor landscape, as discuss this episode. Given its highly personal nature of the film and its excellent cinematography by the great Mark Irwin, it's little wonder that Freddy Got Fingered would appear as #2 on American-born auteur and skateboarding enthusiast Stanley Kubrick's Sight & Sound list for the Year 2001, a year that he and best-selling author Arthur C. Clarke co-invented. This ep, Xennial host Ryan explains TRL (and pre-streaming television) to Thomas; Thomas comes dangerously close to almost nearly agreeing partially with Ryan; and Ken makes a Seinfeld comparison (take a drink), concurs that Tom Green is the Pavement (a popular 90s band) of moviemaking, and does in fact want some sausages. As mentioned during the show, Netflix (as DVD.com) shipped hard media even after the two world-shattering events of early 2020: start of the global COVID-19 pandemic and of TGTPTU: https://about.netflix.com/en/news/netflix-dvd-the-final-season Japan4. THEME SONG BY: WEIRD A.I.Email: thegoodthepodandtheugly@gmail.comFacebook: https://m.facebook.com/TGTPTUInstagram: https://instagram.com/thegoodthepodandtheugly?igshid=um92md09kjg0Bluesky: @goodpodugly.bsky.socialYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6mI2plrgJu-TB95bbJCW-gLetterboxd (follow us!):Podcast: goodpoduglyKen: Ken KoralRyan: Ryan Tobias
We said The Prestige is the "most" Christopher Nolan movie, and that Inception is his most autobiographical... but it turns out we were wrong, because both apply to Interstellar. It's a movie where a character literally says, "I'm not afraid of death. I'm afraid of time." It's a movie about a man who desperately wants to return home to his children, except that he wants even more to go do some cool stuff in outer space. The movie's working title was Flora's Letter, referring to Nolan's real-life 11-year-old daughter Flora, the inspiration for the character of Murph. And it's probably Nolan's best movie. Laci and Matt spend more than three hours celebrating this masterpiece, and talk a lot about whether you should even care if the human race got resurrected via a tube of sperm on another planet hundreds of years in the future. Watch this Interstellar podcast in full on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@1weekrental Get more 1-Week Rental on Patreon: https://patreon.com/1weekrental Next episode (Aug. 14, 2026): Tenet (2020)! The Summer of Nolan is our summer 2026 miniseries covering the movie career of Christopher Nolan through nine movies on the main feed (plus additional episodes on the Patreon!), presented in chronological order, starting with Memento and going through Oppenheimer. And don't be surprised if our old pal Odysseus drops by to tell us about his long journey home to his wife. Time stamps: 00:01:41 — What have we learned about Christopher Nolan so far? And how does it apply to Interstellar? 00:20:00 — History segment: Producer Lynda Obst and physicist Kip Thorne develop Interstellar for Steven Spielberg, with Jonah Nolan as the screenwriter; Spielberg leaves, Christopher Nolan comes aboard; the science of Interstellar is always emphasized during the movie's development; Nolan works with composer Hans Zimmer on the movie's music before shooting begins; casting Matthew McConaughey; release, reception, and legacy of Interstellar 01:24:43 — Movie discussion + Interstellar film analysis 03:10:55 — Star ratings + final review of Interstellar INTERSTELLAR (2014) was directed by Christopher Nolan. Screenplay by Nolan with his brother Jonah. Starring Matthew McConaughey, Anne Hathaway, Jessica Chastain, Mackenzie Foy, Matt Damon, David Gyasi, Bill Irwin, John Lithgow, Casey Affleck, Topher Grace, Timothée Chalamet, and Michael Caine as Professor Brand. Sources: "Interstellar: How Christopher Nolan's Space Exploration Movie Achieved Lift-Off" by Dan Jolin | Empire (2014) - https://bit.ly/451fLOh "The Nolan Variations: The Movies, Mysteries, and Marvels of Christopher Nolan" by Tom Shone (2020) - https://amzn.to/4yiNtw0 Sleepless in Hollywood: Tales from the New Abnormal in the Movie Business by Lynda Obst (2014) - https://amzn.to/4xjbtOa "Wrinkles in Spacetime: The Warped Astrophysics of Interstellar" by Adam Rogers | Wired (2014) - https://bit.ly/4wbvs0r "Writer with real stars in his eyes" by Jay Fernandez | The Los Angeles Times (2007) - https://lat.ms/4pSL4UO "All About Christopher Nolan's 4 Kids, Who All Worked on 'The Odyssey' With Him" by Bailey Bujnosek | InStyle (2026) - https://bit.ly/4bwYeRI "Meet the Woman Behind Dunkirk" by Rebecca Keegan | Vanity Fair (2017) - https://bit.ly/4bvzlps "Christopher Nolan on Dunkirk, Taking His Kids to Phantom Thread" by Christina Radish | Collider (2018) - https://bit.ly/3RP25mf "Steven Spielberg Worked on 'Interstellar' for One Year and Says 'I Became Fascinated With It' Before Dropping Out: 'It Was a Much Better Movie in Nolan's Hands'" by Zack Sharif | Variety (2026) - https://bit.ly/4cmPqht Transcript: https://1weekrentalpod.com/2026/08/interstellar/#transcript Artwork by Laci Roth. Matt has two monthly spin-off podcasts! PodJob: A James Bond Podcast on Apple Podcast (https://bit.ly/4jRL2K1), Spotify (https://bit.ly/4a8jM6E), and YouTube (https://youtube.com/@podjob007). The Sign Post Up Ahead: A Twilight Zone Recap Podcast on Apple Podcast (https://bit.ly/4vtO6jG), Spotify (https://bit.ly/4w1qDat), and YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@TheSignPostUpAhead). Music by Rural Route Nine. Listen to their album The Joy of Averages on Spotify (https://bit.ly/48WBtUa), Apple Music (https://bit.ly/3Q6kOVC), or YouTube (https://bit.ly/3MbU6tC). Songs by Rural Route Nine in this episode: "Summer of Nolan" - https://youtube.com/shorts/CAIzthDLrT8 "Winston-Salem" - https://youtu.be/-acMutUf8IM "Snake Drama" - https://youtu.be/xrzz8_2Mqkg "The Bible Towers of Bluebonnet" - https://youtu.be/k7wlxTGGEIQ The "Summer of Nolan" theme song was written by Matt Stokes. Produced, engineered, mixed, and mastered by TJ Barends. Performed by: TJ Barends - backing vocals Wade Hymel - drums, percussion, and backing vocals Laci Roth - vocals Matt Stokes - vocals, guitar, and bass Follow 1-Week Rental, a movie podcast: Twitter: @1weekrental | @MattStokes9 | @LRothConcepts Facebook: @1weekrental Instagram: @1weekrental TikTok: @1weekrental | @mattstokes9 Letterboxd: @loadbearinglaci | @mattstokes9 Bluesky: @1weekrental.bsky.social 1-Week Rental used to be Load Bearing Beams.
A new Commander-in-Chief means a new chapter for the Veterans of Foreign Wars. In Episode 70 of Still Serving, Rob Couture and Brittany Dymond Murray recap the 127th VFW National Convention before sitting down with newly elected VFW Commander-in-Chief Cory Geisler to discuss his priorities for the year ahead. From veteran wellness and community engagement to protecting earned VA benefits and advocating for America's service members, Geisler outlines his vision for the organization. The team also provides updates on the Take Care of America's Veterans Act (TCAVA), major legal victories against predatory claims companies, and why grassroots advocacy continues to shape veterans policy. Later, actor Josh Patton (The Pacific) joins the podcast to discuss portraying Marine Sgt. J.P. Morgan, the unforgettable boot camp that prepared the cast, working with Tom Hanks and Steven Spielberg, and how the series forever connected him to the veteran community. Hosts: Rob Couture – Director, VFW Public Affairs & Strategic Outreach Brittany Dymond Murray – Associate Director, VFW Public Affairs & Strategic Outreach Featured Guests: Cory Geisler – VFW Commander-in-Chief Ryan Gallucci – Executive Director, VFW Washington Office Mike Figlioli – Chief of Staff, VFW Washington Office Still Serving Spotlight: Josh Patton – Actor (The Pacific) Chapters: 00:00 Intro & Roll Call 01:52 Convention recap 17:38 The Still Serving Stage 25:04 Irreverent Warriors hike 30:14 Commander-in-Chief Cory Geisler's priorities 37:50 TCAVA update 55:48 Claim Sharks update 1:03:02 Josh Patton joins the podcast 1:20:01 Inside The Pacific boot camp 1:28:58 Supporting veterans beyond the screen 1:48:49 Good of the Order
Send us Fan MailFor our next Treasure Hunter Summer movie, Shawn and Colin welcome back Lee Conrad for another Indy movie, the classic 'Indiana Jones And Sometimes Temple Of Doom'. Even though Shawn sounds like Ursula the Sea Witch for this one, we discuss all the important topics like the very noticeable replacement of a lead actress, the child that would go on to win an Oscar, new creepy crawlies, the adapted comic book with it's new stories to tell and so very much more. It's a classic, what did Colin think with his first-time watch? Tune in to find out!5 Star reviews help drive us up the charts. Please take a minute and review us.If you would like to contact or donate to us: iusedtolikethisone@gmail.comwww.patreon.com/iusedtolikethisoneWebsite: www.iusedtolikethisone.comInstagram: @iusedtolikethisoneTwitter: @iused2likethis1Facebook: I Used To Like This OneBluesky: @iusedtolikethisone.bsky.socialSpecial Guest: Lee Conrad @lcthedrawguyCreated/Produced/Hosted by: Shawn Wells and Colin StewartEdited by: Shawn WellsOriginal Music by: Lindon Carter (look for his band 'Carter & the Capitals' on all music streaming platforms)Official Substitute Co-hosts: Aaron Knowles (@TheShortBoxHero), Chris Goffredo. Sponsorship Corner sponsored by movieposters.com *****With over 100,000 titles to choose from, movieposters.com is the #1 destination for posters from your favorite films + stars. Use LIKETHISONE at checkout for 15% off your purchase. *****Special Thanks To: Tracy Sheremeta, Lindon Carter, David Son, Aaron Knowles, Chris Goffredo, Kris Wells and Graham Wells for their contributions to the show.Hear more content from Shawn with his other podcast 'In Front Of The Yellow Line'.Buy friend and sometimes co-host Aaron's Book! 'The Algorithmic Frontier: Exploring the Power of AI in Social Media and Content Creation' https://a.co/d/1gIpsgQ©️2026 And Sometimes Why? Productions.
This week on Bad Dads Film Review, the dads look to the skies for Steven Spielberg's Close Encounters of the Third Kind, a film packed with UFO classifications, mysterious lights, mashed potato mountains, musical alien communication and one of cinema's more questionable parenting decisions.Sidey begins by digging into what a “close encounter of the third kind” actually means, using J. Allen Hynek's UFO classification system as a guide. The dads move from first and second kind sightings into the third kind itself, before noting that later fourth and fifth kinds make parts of Spielberg's film feel even stranger in retrospect. From there, the conversation follows the film's global mystery: missing aircraft in the Sonoran Desert, the SS Cotopaxi, Bermuda Triangle mythology, air traffic controllers who definitely do not want to file an official UFO report, and Claude Lacombe's calm international investigation.The episode then turns to Roy Neary, whose roadside encounter with the impossible changes him completely. The dads talk through the power outage, the lights, the shaking truck, the radio interference and the physical burn that marks Roy's experience as more than just a sighting. What follows is one of Spielberg's most famous depictions of obsession, as Roy becomes consumed by an image he cannot explain: first in shaving foam, then in mashed potato, and eventually in the enormous Devil's Tower model that takes over his family home.Barry's abduction also gets plenty of attention, partly because the sequence remains so unsettling and partly because Dan remembers the repeated cry of “Barry!” as one of those film moments that became permanently lodged in family folklore. The dads discuss Spielberg's clever methods for directing such a young child, the way Barry's toys come to life, and the strange mixture of fear and wonder that runs through the whole sequence.As the film moves toward Devil's Tower, the dads dig into the bigger ideas underneath the spectacle. Close Encounters is a film about translation, interpretation and communication: people trying to understand languages, music, symbols, visions and experiences that do not fit ordinary life. Reegs picks up on the repeated non-verbal communication, while the group discuss how the aliens never feel like a straightforward invading force in the Independence Day mould. Spielberg's first contact is eerie and overwhelming, but also curious, musical and strangely hopeful.The final act gives the episode its big Spielberg moment: the government cover story, the fake contamination zone, the secret landing site, the five-note musical conversation, the glass-shattering alien volume and the mothership reveal that still looks astonishing nearly fifty years later. The dads also touch on production trivia, including model details, Easter eggs such as R2-D2, and the famous Spielberg/Lucas percentage swap between Close Encounters and Star Wars.Naturally, the Bad Dads courtroom saves its harshest scrutiny for Roy boarding the alien ship. Is he a terrible dad for abandoning his family, or does his altered mental state earn him some kind of cosmic mitigation? Sidey is ready to place Roy firmly in the Bad Dad category, while Dan offers a partial defence on the grounds that Roy has clearly been changed by forces beyond normal human control. Either way, it leads into a broader discussion of Spielberg's recurring interests in fathers, fragmented families, engineers, artists, music, communication and wonder.The verdict is a unanimous strong recommend. Nearly fifty years on, Close Encounters of the Third Kind still works as spectacle, mystery, family drama, spiritual science fiction and pure Spielberg awe. It is hopeful without being naïve, strange without becoming hostile, and still technically impressive thanks to practical effects, patient build-up and one of cinema's great mothership reveals. Roy may or may not get a full Bad Dad pardon, but the film itself absolutely gets a pass.You can now text us anonymously to leave feedback, suggest future content or simply hurl abuse at us. We'll read out any texts we receive on the show. Click here to try it out!We love to hear from our listeners! By which I mean we tolerate it. If it hasn't been completely destroyed yet you can usually find us on twitter @dads_film, on Facebook Bad Dads Film Review, on email at baddadsjsy@gmail.com or on our website baddadsfilm.com. Until next time, we remain... Bad Dads
This week Tom and Julie break the news of ProPublica's investigation into the financials of Nick Adams charity to our old pal, and Nick Adams aficionado, Brett Boham! Plus they talk about Betty Grable, creepy crawls, and come up with a simple jingle to remember Steven Spielberg movie titles.CLIPS FROM THIS WEEK'S EPISODE:-Nick Adams FLAG Investigationhttps://www.propublica.org/article/trump-nick-adams-state-flag-charity-civics-state-department-FLAG 10th Anniversary Videohttps://x.com/NickAdamsinUSA/status/2082653300734718025?s=20Check out Brett's new show MOVIE DOG at https://www.youtube.com/@MovieDogShowPatreon is the best way to support Double Threat! Your support keeps the show going and we appreciate it more than we can say. Plus you get weekly bonus episodes, access to monthly livestreams, merch store discounts, and more!https://patreon.com/doublethreatpodPickup your own copy of Difficult People on Blu-ray only at https://julieklausner.fun/Our brand new Double Threat merch is AVAILABLE NOW at https://doublethreatpod.merchtable.comWATCH VIDEO CLIPS OF DOUBLE THREAThttps://www.youtube.com/@doublethreatpodJOIN THE DOUBLE THREAT FAN GROUPS*Discord https://discord.com/invite/PrcwsbuaJx*Reddit https://www.reddit.com/r/doublethreatfriends/*Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/doublethreatfriendsSEND SUBMISSIONS TODoubleThreatPod@gmail.comFOLLOW DOUBLE THREAThttps://twitter.com/doublethreatpodhttps://www.instagram.com/doublethreatpodPAY PIGS ONLYhttps://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1Y826FGBNP19R?ref_=wl_shareDOUBLE THREAT IS A FOREVER DOG PODCASThttps://foreverdogpodcasts.com/podcasts/double-threatTheme song by Mike KrolArtwork by Joe Frontel00:00 Intro05:29 Betty Grable 10:0015:14 Creepy crawl 15:0022:41 A.I.E.T.B.F.G. 25:0025:33 Nick Adams Is In BIG Trouble (feat. Brett Boham)01:13:08 Catching up with Brett01:27:21 OutroSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Watch every episode ad-free & uncensored on Patreon: https://patreon.com/dannyjones Juval Aviv is a former Mossad agent and assassin. Juval was the leader of a team that hunted down the Black September terrorists who murdered 11 Israeli athletes at the 1972 Munich Olympics. His story became the basis for the book 'Vengeance' and the Steven Spielberg film 'Munich'. Juval was also hired by Ghislaine Maxwell to investigate the death of her father Robert Maxwell. Juval and Danny discuss Jeffrey Epstein, Trump, Netanyahu, the Iran War & much more. Juval's new memoir "Exposed" is coming soon. SPONSORS https://amentara.com/go/dj - Use code DJP22 for 22% off your first order. https://hexclad.com/dannyjones - Get 10% off your forever cookware. https://gld.com - Use code DANNYJONES for 40% off. https://livemomentous.com - Use code DANNY for up to 35% off your entire first order. https://whiterabbitenergy.com/?ref=DJP - Use code DJP for 20% off. FOLLOW DANNY JONES https://www.instagram.com/dannyjones https://twitter.com/jonesdanny OUTLINE 00:00 - Ex-Mossad assassin 01:42 - Avenging the Munich Olympic Massacre 09:16 - "They paid us nothing" 17:39 - FBI tried to send Juval back to Israel 24:08 - Mossad threatened Juval's daughter 31:17 - Fighting the business of fraud 38:07 - Working for the Shadow Government 46:59 - Shadow government can't control elections 48:40 - Working for Bush Sr. & Dick Cheney 53:24 - Biggest threat to U.S. today 01:01:13 - Evidence Iran has no nukes 01:05:53 - How Netanyahu controls Trump 01:12:38 - Netanyahu had Epstein in his pocket 01:13:35 - Investigating Robert Maxwell's death for Ghislaine 01:25:22 - Evidence Epstein hid money for Robert Maxwell 01:33:53 - How Epstein & Robert Maxwell met 01:35:35 - Why Robert Maxwell was killed 01:44:13 - Meeting Jeffrey Epstein 01:46:05 - Where Epstein got his money 01:49:15 - How Epstein learned to hide money 01:59:02 - Origins of Epstein's blackmail operation 02:03:15 - Upcoming Epstein victim bombshell 02:07:56 - "I can assure you Epstein is dead" 02:17:15 - Why Ghislaine Maxwell hasn't been killed yet 02:18:17 - Evidence of Russiagate election collusion 02:28:05 - Origin of Trump's relationship with Putin 02:31:11 - How Russia swayed the election 02:33:54 - Russia-Ukraine war 02:40:55 - The 2015 Iran Nuclear Deal 02:44:03 - The Pan Am 103 bombing 02:52:06 - CIA let the bomb on Pan Am 103 03:00:55 - Release of Juval's Pan Am 103 report 03:08:53 - Arrested by FBI over Pan Am 103 fallout 03:12:01 - Juval's trial against the U.S. government 03:24:03 - Scariest moment of Juval's life 03:32:44 - Juval's upcoming memoir Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
One of the greatest movies ever made... and somehow Ryan Brown had NEVER seen it. In this special Watch Party episode of The Next Reel, Lance Taylor and Tyler Johns sit down with their desk colleague, Ryan Brown, as he experiences Steven Spielberg's Jurassic Park (1993) for the very first time. Along the way, they react to every iconic moment while diving deep into the fascinating behind-the-scenes stories that made this groundbreaking blockbuster a cinematic masterpiece. During this two-hour watch party, we discuss:
Sean Donnelly & Dan St. Germain are not only hilarious veteran comics, but are pillars in the U.F.O. community. The government dumped tons of files about alien encounters and the Burbs Bros can't get enough! Did you know that Steven Spielberg made E.T. as a documentary? Did you know that Neil Armstrong saw something on his moon landing that he could never talk about? Dan and Sean know and you would too if you listened to The Burbs Bros with Sean Donnelly & Dan St. Germain! | Before this segment, DJ Lou and Sean encountered a "Hugh" star in the men's room and were absolutely giddy about it. *To hear the full show to go www.siriusxm.com/bonfire to learn more! FOLLOW THE CREW ON SOCIAL MEDIA: @thebonfiresxm @louisjohnson @christinemevans @bigjayoakerson @robertkellylive @louwitzkee @jjbwolf Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of The Bonfire ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.