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"Sorry, Baby" had its world premiere at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival, where it won the Waldo Salt Screenwriting Award and received ecstatic reviews for Eva Victor, making her feature directorial debut (she also wrote and stars in the film). Following its screening at the Cannes Film Festival in the Directors' Fortnight section, Victor was kind enough to speak with us about their work and experience making the film, which you can listen to below. Please be sure to check out the film, which will open in select theaters from A24 on June 27th. Thank you, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture and listen to this podcast ad-free Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's episode of Female Gaze: The Film Club, Morgan speaks with writer/director of “Oh, Hi!” Sophie Brooks which recently screened at the Tribeca Film Festival following its premiere at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival.“Oh, Hi!” follows Iris and Isaac, a couple going on their first away trip to Upstate New York. What starts off as an idyllic vacation soon takes a sharp turn when the pair realize they may have differing definitions of their relationships. “Oh, Hi!”blends humor, heart, and surrealism in this rom-dramedy meets thriller-esque film.You can visit the Female Gaze website to my full review of "Oh, Hi!" here. "Oh, Hi!" opens in U.S. theaters on July 25, 2025. For more information about the film, visit the Sony Pictures Classics site. You can follow Female Gaze: The Film ClubInstagramBlueSkyWebsite

In this episode, GG Hawkins speaks with writer-director Alessandra Lacorazza about her award-winning film In the Summers, which took home both the U.S. Grand Jury Prize and Best Director at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival. Lacorazza shares the deeply personal roots of the film, the tumultuous road to production, and the pressures of staying true to a creative vision in the face of industry challenges. The conversation dives into casting across timelines, editorial discovery, and the intense final days before Sundance. It's an intimate and inspiring look at how a deeply personal, quietly powerful film almost didn't get made—and why it ultimately resonated so profoundly. In this episode, No Film School's GG Hawkins and guest Alessandra Lacorazza discuss... The semi-autobiographical inspiration behind In the Summers Creating emotionally complex characters and tender portrayals of masculinity Casting multiple actors for the same role across time The chaotic production process and financial uncertainty before filming How Alessandra balanced creative integrity with commercial pressures Editing discoveries, including changing the film's ending after test screenings What it was like to win at Sundance—while sick and alone The unexpected emotional reach of the film across different demographics Advice for emerging filmmakers on trusting collaborators and staying clear on your vision Memorable Quotes: “I just knew I couldn't make this film with that suggestion... I'd rather not make it because it won't be good.” “Making the film was harder than having a baby.” “There's no real villain, and you just leave the audience to make up their own mind.” “If you don't [know your story], you're going to get lost in the maze, and then your editing process is going to be a lot more complicated.” Guest: Alessandra Lacorazza Resources: In the Summers is now available to stream on Hulu. Find No Film School everywhere: On the Web: No Film School Facebook: No Film School on Facebook Twitter: No Film School on Twitter YouTube: No Film School on YouTube Instagram: No Film School on Instagram

Weaver most recently directed the feature film Miss Valentine (Paris Berelc). Previously he directed Cupid For Christmas (starring Richard Kind) which premiered on HULU, the horror film Getaway, and the Christmas romantic comedy Santa Girl (starring Barry Bostwick and Jennifer Stone). He wrote, directed, and starred in the award-winning thriller Cut To the Chase (with Lance Henriksen) and the acclaimed romantic comedy 6 Month Rule (alongside Martin Starr, Natalie Morales and John Michael Higgins). Previous films he's written and directed include Weather Girl (with Mark Harmon, Jon Cryer and Jane Lynch) and Outside Sales. He also co-wrote and acted in Manic (Don Cheadle, Joseph Gordon- Levitt and Zooey Deschanel) which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival.He has appeared in films such as Favor, Where We're Meant To Be, Junk, Deep Dark Canyon, Official Rejection, and The Good Old Boys opposite Tommy Lee Jones. His numerous episodic television credits include Wolf Pack, E.R., JAG, and The Middleman. He provided the voice of Peter Pan in the Disney animated feature Return To Never Land and still does the voice for Disney today.A native of Louisiana, Weaver studied in New York City, Oxford University, and graduated from UCLA with a degree in English Literature and a minor in Political Science. He lives in Los Angeles where he works as a Director, Producer, Screenwriter, Actor, and Distributor through his company Secret Identity Pictures.Spider-Man: Brand New Day is getting tantalizingly close to production ahead of its planned release date of July 31, 2026. Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings director Destin Daniel Cretton will helm the upcoming sequel, replacing Jon Watts, who worked on all three of the previous Spider-Man films. Brand New Day is set to kick off Tom Holland's second trilogy of Marvel Cinematic Universe films, opening a new chapter for his iteration of Peter Parker after the landmark events of No Way Home.Though Holland's fourth Spider-Man film is still early in its development, rumors are already spreading about what audiences should expect and who may appear therein. The latest reports for Spider-Man: Brand New Day suggest that the film will feature a packed cast, including at least three major villains from the comics. While fans may shudder at the idea of Brand New Day being an overstuffed mess like The Amazing Spider-Man 2 or Spider-Man 3, I think there is a common denominator between these characters that hints at the upcoming film's intriguing story.Anyone who has been paying attention to the recent rumors and reports about Spider-Man: Brand New Day knows that the film is expected to include an overabundance of Spider-Man villains. While there has been no official confirmation of which antagonists will appear in the movie, various insiders have reported that characters like Scorpion, Tombstone, Mister Negative, Black Cat, and Tarantula could all show up to battle Spider-Man in his next cinematic outing. For many Spider-Man fans, these rumors could evoke bad memories of past franchises.Both the Sam Raimi Trilogy and Marc Webb's Amazing Spider-Man made a similar mistake in their final films, including far too many characters (particularly villains) for a movie. Spider-Man 3 featured a trio of villains, including Venom, New Goblin, and Sandman.Masters of the Universe Gets RebootedAlong with Galitzine as He-Man, the movie also stars Camila Mendes as Teela, Jared Leto as Skeletor, Alison Brie as Evil-Lyn, Idris Elba as Man-At-Arms, Sam C. Wilson as Trap Jaw, Morena Baccarin as the Sorceress, James Purefoy as King Randor, Charlotte Riley as Queen Marlena Glenn, and Sasheer Zamata as Suzie. Travis Knight is directing with a screenplay by Chris Butler.Return to Arlen With the King of the Hill RevivalThe synopsis reads, "After years working a propane job in Saudi Arabia to earn their retirement nest egg, Hank and Peggy Hill return to a changed Arlen, Texas to reconnect with old friends Dale, Boomhauer and Bill. Meanwhile, Bobby is living his dream as a chef in Dallas and enjoying his 20s with his former classmates Connie, Joseph and Chane."The synopsis of the reboot has shared more details about what's been happening with the Hill family since fans last saw them in the original show. Surprisingly, Hank had taken up a job in Saudia Arabia, taking him away from Arlen for many years before his eventual return to his old home. Meanwhile, Bobby is now working as a professional chef, a nod to how the original show explored the character's passion and talent for cooking.How to train dragonThe synopsis reads, "After years working a propane job in Saudi Arabia to earn their retirement nest egg, Hank and Peggy Hill return to a changed Arlen, Texas to reconnect with old friends Dale, Boomhauer and Bill. Meanwhile, Bobby is living his dream as a chef in Dallas and enjoying his 20s with his former classmates Connie, Joseph and Chane."As studios continued to bank on remakes, reboots, and revivals, the decision to turn beloved animations into live-action has proven mostly profitable. How to Train Your Dragon marks the latest example, just weeks after Disney's Lilo & Stitch hit. Per Deadline, How to Train Your Dragon is off to a great start, debuting with an $83.7 million opening week, the highest in the franchise so far.The How to Train Your Dragon animated trilogy was a big commercial hit. Overall, it grossed $1.63 billion worldwide at the box office against a joint budget of $439 million (via 

Show Notes: Tanya Selvaratnam shares her journey from high school to present day. She moved to New York after graduating and worked at Columbia Law School's Center for Chinese Legal Studies. She also assisted Anna Deavere Smith on her show “Twilight: Los Angeles, 1992” about the LA riots. Tanya went back to Harvard for graduate school, studying Chinese language and the history of law. An Adventure in Theatre  After her father passed away, she returned to New York, where she was working on the Beijing Women's Conference. Wandering the streets one day, she came across The Performing Garage with a poster on the wall for a show by the Wooster Group. On a whim, she slipped a note on the door offering to help in any capacity and was taken on as an intern. Before long, she was asked to come to rehearsals, and, despite having no intentions of becoming a performer, this led to her performing with the Wooster Group. She toured all over the world with them and with other companies like the Builders Association. On Becoming a Film Producer Currently, Tanya writes books and makes movies. She also advises various organizations, foundations, and corporations. She recently started advising the Open Future Lab in Vienna, Austria. She has also worked as a producer, which began when she worked at the Ms. Foundation for Women, on what was then called "Take Our Daughters to Work Day" as well as the Gloria awards. She also worked with Jed Weintrob, whom she had met at Harvard when she was in his production of “Dracula.” In the late 90s, Jed asked her to produce a movie he was writing at the time. It went on to premiere at Sundance and then the Berlinale in 2002. This led to more work as a producer, and Tanya is still currently producing.  The Connection between Event Organizer and Film Producer Tanya shares her experiences in organizing events since high school. While at Phillips Academy Andover, she was the head of the South Asian Students Association and served on the divestment committee during apartheid days. She organized events like readings of poetry, essays, and performances to raise awareness about activism and advocacy. After college, she also organized events for the youth tent at the Women's Conference in China, where she performed a piece called "Wet Sari Syndrome," which was a take on Bollywood movies. Tanya learned the craft of producing films directly from her friend and trusted colleague, Jed. She was willing to work hard, focusing on tasks such as finding locations, cleaning up the set, and figuring out what needed to happen to make the film come together. Tanya was able to tap into her resources and connections to make shoots possible and be attentive to Jed's vision. Dealing with Difficult Times The conversation turns to her experience with bullying and harassment, which she has faced in various situations. She deals with this by focusing on her tasks and work. Tanya goes to Portland to write and escape from these situations, as it provides a safe space to escape the pressures of life. She also talks about her two books, The Big Lie: Motherhood, Feminism, and the Reality of the Biological Clock, which grew out of her own struggles with fertility and Assume Nothing: A Story of Intimate Violence. When dealing with fertility issues, Tanya was shocked at the amount of misinformation surrounding fertility awareness. She talks about the problems with sex education in America and how the book changed when she was diagnosed with two types of cancer. In her second book, she shares her experiences of being entrapped in an abusive relationship with former Attorney General Eric Schneiderman. She explains why she was motivated to write the book and why she went into hiding after her story first became public. Working with Cultural Institutions Tanya has also worked on cultural events around the world, such as at the Rubell Museum in Miami, the Women's Conference in China, with Anna Deavere Smith and the Wooster Group. She has collaborated with major institutions and museums, such as the Brooklyn Academy of Music, Barbican in London, and Victoria Theatre in Singapore. She toured to 62 cities all over the world in a space of 12 years. She's also worked with the Sundance Film Festival and the New York Film Festival. She talks about The Federation, an organization that aims to show how art unites people and keeps cultural borders open. She recently worked with Carrie Mae Weems at the Torino book fair in Italy.  Co-directing and Producing a Documentary Short Tanya co-directed and produced a 13-minute documentary short called Love to the Max, which was acquired by the New Yorker magazine and recently nominated for an Emmy Award for Outstanding Documentary Short. The film was inspired by the mother of Max Briggle, who was targeted for loving and supporting her trans kid. Tanya was inspired to make the film after Max Briggle's mother reached out to a women's listserv for help because she'd been approached by child protection services. Tanya has also been working with Catherine Gund for 17 years, producing a film called Paint Me a Road Out of Here, which is about the interconnected journeys of artists Faith Ringgold and Mary Baxter. She is also working on a new book called Love Me and Leave Me, which is about adventures through intimate pleasure and intimacy in many forms. Influential Harvard Professors and Courses Tanya initially thought she would study science at Harvard but found the large classes to be lacking in intimacy. She became interested in Chinese history and legal history, taking classes with visiting scholars and professors like Chang Weijen, William Alford, Professor Kuhn, and Professor Bol; Caroline Reeves, a graduate student, helped her decide what to explore for her thesis. Timestamps: 05:38: Transition to Producing and Social Justice Work  13:22: Challenges and Learning in the Film Industry  20:28: Personal Struggles and Advocacy  34:07: Work with Museums and Cultural Institutions  37:11: Future Projects and Reflections  41:10: Harvard Experiences and Influences  Links: Website: Tanyaturnsup.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanyaauthor/ Featured Non-profit: The featured non-profit of this episode of The 92 Report is recommended by Olu  Ajilore, class of ‘92, who reports: “The featured nonprofit of this episode of The 92 report is the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, or AFSP. AFSP is a volunteer organization that supports those affected by suicide through research, education and advocacy. I've worked with our local chapter of AFSP raising funds with their annual out of the darkness walks, and I'm proud to serve on the Scientific Council for AFSP. You can learn more about their work@afsp.org.”   To learn more about their work, visit: afsp.org      

Beave and Len discuss the career and films of Robert Redford, from his debut in "Barefoot In The Park" to his recent appearances in Marvel movies. We also talk the legacy of the Sundance Film Festival, as well as his directorial accomplishments. Was he actually a good actor, or just a pretty face? What are his best films, both as an actor and director? Tune in for cinema discussion!

Philip Hodgetts and Gregory Clarke are traveling for 75 days straight, covering over 10,000 miles throughout Australia. What gear are they using to post their daily YouTube videos? OWC RADiO host, Cirina Catania, tracks them down and gets the details for us. If you enjoy our podcast, please subscribe and tell all your friends about us! We love our listeners. And, if you have ideas for segments, write to OWCRadio@catania.us. We are always up for new ideas! You can find OWC RADiO at OWCRadio.com, on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and all other podcatchers! ABOUT OWC: Other World Computing, under the leadership of Larry O'Connor since he was 15 years old, has expanded to all corners of the world and works every day to create hardware and software that make the lives of creatives and business-oriented companies faster, more efficient and more stable.  Go to MacSales.com for more information and to discover an ecosystem that serves your needs. As Larry says, “Our dedication to excellence and sustainable innovation extends beyond our day-to-day business and into the community. We strive for zero waste, both environmentally and strategically. Our outlook is to the long term, and in everything we do, we look for simplicity in action and sustainability in practice. For us, it's as much about building exceptional relationships, as it is about building exceptional products.” ABOUT CIRINA CATANIA: Cirina Catania, is a successful filmmaker, former Sr Vice President of Worldwide Marketing at MGM-UA and United Artists and one of the co-founders and former director of the Sundance Film Festival. She is the founder, CEO and Executive Director of the non-profit, High School Media Collective. Cirina is Founder/Lead Creative at the Catania Group Global, Showrunner and Host of OWC RADiO and partner, Lumberjack System, as well as Tech Ambassador for companies such as Blackmagic Design.  She is a long-time member of the Producers Guild, Writers Guild, Cinematographers Guild, the National Press Club, National Press Photographer's Association, and more. She has worked as a writer, director, supervising producer, cinematographer, post-producer, or marketing exec on over 150 film, television and new media projects for the big screen as well as for networks such as National Geographic and Discovery. Cirina is based in San Diego, D.C. and Berlin when she is not on the road filming in the Amazon or other exotic locations. She is very proud of the fact that she has not yet contracted Malaria and that after all these years, she still loves her job!

Josh and Drusilla are OBSESSED with The Ugly Stepsister. From wiki: “The Ugly Stepsister (Norwegian: Den Stygge Stesøsteren) is a 2025 Norwegian-speaking satirical[3][4] dark comedy[5] body horror[6][7] film written and directed by Emilie Blichfeldt (in her directorial debut). The film, starring Lea Myren, Thea Sofie Loch Næss, Ane Dahl Torp, and Flo Fagerli, making use of the motif of the fairy tale "Cinderella", retells a twisted story of Elvira, who competes against her beautiful stepsister in a bloody battle for beauty. It premiered at the Sundance Film Festival on 23 January 2025, where it opened the Midnight Section.” Also discussed: Hitchcock's Rope, trauma dumping on friends, movies that feel like plays, classic queer cinema and the Hays Code, Alice Wu's Saving Face, 90s lesbian films, pretty privilege, and more.  NEXT WEEK: Dr. Caligari (1989) Bloodhaus:https://www.bloodhauspod.com/https://www.instagram.com/bloodhauspod/https://letterboxd.com/bloodhaus/Drusilla Adeline:https://www.sisterhydedesign.com/https://letterboxd.com/sisterhyde/‪@sisterhyde.bsky.social Joshua Conkelhttps://www.joshuaconkel.com/https://bsky.app/profile/joshuaconkel.bsky.socialhttps://www.instagram.com/joshua_conkel/https://letterboxd.com/JoshuaConkel/  

Bronx, hits, Sean Combs och filmfloppar är några av ingredienserna i berättelsen om den obotliga romantikern som vägrade att nöja sig med en karriär. Lyssna på alla avsnitt i Sveriges Radio Play. Vem vet om Jennifer Lopez ser vad som sägs om henne på internet. Men för den som hänger på sociala medier är det nästintill omöjligt att missa backlashen som väller fram likt en tsunami, den här hösten 2024.Det började med den utskrattade dokumentären hon släppte i februari, sen fortsatte det med de envisa skilsmässoryktena som dök upp under våren. När hon till slut meddelade att hon måste ställa in sin kommande turné av personliga skäl brast dammluckorna. I kommentarsfälten gnuggade man händerna när det under sommaren visade sig att skvallret stämde. Precis som när de var ihop för tjugo år sen har Jennifer Lopez och Ben Afflecks hypade och högst publika relation kraschat. När hösten kommer är hon fortfarande förkrossad, och som om det inte var nog verkar det som att hela internet vänt sig mot henne. På bara några månader har J.Lo gått från att vara en hyllad artist, skådis och entreprenör till att bli ett meme.Medverkande: Michelle Hallström och Christina Jeurling BirroProgrammet är gjort av Joanna Korbutiak våren 2025Producent Alexandra SannemalmExekutiv producent Lars TruedsonSlutmix Johan HörnqvistProgramledare Siri HillP3 Musikdokumentär produceras av Tredje Statsmakten MediaLjudklippen i programmet kommer från Jennifer Lopez egna dokumentärer Halftime (Netflix, 2022) och The Greatest Love Story never Told (2024). Filmerna West Side Story (1961), Selena (1997), Anaconda (1997), Out of Sight (1998), The Wedding Planner (2001), Maid in Manhattan (2002), Gigli (2003), Hustlers (2019) och This Is Me...Now: A Love Story (2024). Klipp från Access Hollywood (2003), American Idol (2011), Sundance Film Festival (2019), Super Bowl Halftime Show (2020), galan Vax Live (2021) och TMZ (2022). Samt youtubekontona Daniel Rayes, Popcorned Planet, Echo Wire, Morgan Tremaine, CBS och Elliot Bros1.

Danny and Michael Philippou — the breakout directors behind Talk to Me, A24's highest-grossing horror hit — return to the world of supernatural terror with Bring Her Back. In this episode of Talking Strange, host Aaron Sagers talks with the Australian twin filmmakers about their new movie's dark secrets, grief-fueled rituals, and hidden connections to Talk to Me. The Philippous also hint at other stories in this universe, what scares them most, and what they won't reveal (yet). Subscribe for more interviews on horror, folklore, and paranormal pop culture: https://linktr.ee/talkingstrange Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple, and all major podcast platforms. More about Danny and Michael Philippou: Twin brothers Danny and Michael Philippou are an Australian writer-director duo, known for their online presence in comic horror and action. The Philippou's first feature film Talk To Me debuted internationally at 2023 Sundance Film Festival and acquired by A24 in a bidding war. Soon after, Talk To Me premiered at Berlinale and SXSW. Upon its release during the summer of 2023 the film went on to become A24's highest grossing horror film of all time and the second highest grossing film in A24's history. The film made over $92 million dollars at the worldwide box office. It also gathered critical acclaim and rave reviews (98% on Rotten Tomatoes.) The film's accolades include 11 AACTA Award nominations in 2024, Australia's top film honor. Danny and Michael's passion for storytelling began on YouTube where their videos have been watched over 1.5 billion times with over 6.7 million subscribers. They gained notoriety from their homemade slasher videos, stunts, and comedy sketches. In 2015, RackaRacka's channel was awarded the Streamy's Best International YouTube Channel, landed on Variety's 2016 Fame Changers, and ranked 5th on Financial Review's Cultural Power List. In their home country, RackaRacka won numerous awards at Online Video Awards and the Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts Award for Best Web Show. _______________________________________________________________ The Talking Strange Show with Aaron Sagers is a weekly paranormal pop culture show featuring celebrity and author interviews, as well as experts in all things strange and unexplained. Talking Strange is a creation of Aaron Sagers with production help from Michael Ahr. Host Aaron Sagers is a paranormal TV host and journalist who appears as host of 28 Days Haunted on Netflix, and on Paranormal Caught On Camera on Travel Channel, Discovery+, and MAX streaming service. If you like Talking Strange, please subscribe, leave a nice review, and share with your friends. The Talking Strange Paranormal Show is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and wherever you check out spooky content. Connect with the show community on Facebook as well. Email us with episode ideas, guest suggestions, and spooky stories: Contact@TalkingStrange.com Follow Host Aaron Sagers: Twitter/X Blue Sky Instagram Facebook TikTok Patreon (For Q&As, livestreams, cocktail classes, and movie watches) Until Next Time: Be Kind. Stay Spooky. Keep It Weird. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Correspondent Tom Wilmer as he visits with Guy Mossman, co-director and director of photography for the documentary SPEAK showcased at the SLO FILM FESTIVAL following a rave world-premiere performance at the legendary Sundance Film Festival, February 2025.

What do the Super Bowl, Paris Fashion Week, and Sundance Film Festival all have in common? A lot more than you think. In this episode, I'm talking shared strategies, patterns, and behind the scenes structures that make the world's most iconic events actually iconic and how you can apply these lessons to your own work, no matter your role or sector. Whether you're an event pro aiming for the global stage or just obsessed with how epic moments come together, this episode will help you think bigger, bolder, and more cross-sector than ever.Get a copy of my epic freebie:Want to create an iconic event career with epic events? Here is the Mini Iconic Event Career Workbook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://lauralloydevents.com/findvipevents⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up to my masterclass series!The IconicEvents® Warmup is a quarterly masterclass series to help you with all things event career. The next is in July!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://lauralloydevents.com/iconic-events-warmup⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get on the waitlist for my upcoming group program! A Flair for IconicEvents® is launching as a group program in the fall of 2025! Learn more and get on the waitlist now! Waitlist members get extra perks. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://lauralloydevents.com/a-flair-for-iconic-events⁠⁠Support Laura:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/laurayarblloyd⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect with Laura:LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurayarbroughlloyd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.lauralloydevents.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/lauralloydevents⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/aflairforvipevents⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@laurayarbroughlloyd⁠

A deep dive into Denver Fringe featuring an interview with Ann Sabbah, plus our weekly Top 10 Colorado HeadlinersIn this episode of the OnStage Colorado Podcast, hosts Alex Miller and Toni Tresca go big on Denver Fringe Festival — coming up June 4-6. We take a look at 20 of the dozens of shows coming up and chat with Denver Fringe founder and director Ann Sabbah along with performers Soleil Kohl, True Smith and Megan Dille.Later in the episode, we run down our Top 10 Colorado Headliners — upcoming shows around the state that might be of interest. Chapter BreakdownOpening & Recent Theater Experiences (00:00 - 12:00)• Welcome and catch-up after previous week's hiatus• Discussion of John Moore's guest appearance on previous episode• Alex's experience at The Narrators at Buntport Theater - monthly storytelling event celebrating its 15th anniversary• Toni's coverage of The Narrators for Westword • TV/Film discussion: Mission Impossible Final Reckoning and Netflix's The Four SeasonsRecent Productions & Reviews (12:00 - 19:00)• Toni's review of Exhibit at Curious Theatre - one-woman show by Regina Taylor• Discussion of Hundreds of Beavers film screening at Sie Film Center with actress Olivia Graves in attendance• Preview of Oracle immersive art installation at Union HallTheatre News & Industry Updates (19:00 - 26:00)• Bobby G Awards coverage (Denver Center's high school theatre competition)• Sundance Film Festival's $34 million incentive package to move to Boulder• OpenStage Theater's cancellation of Agnes of God production mid-run• Discussion of funding challenges for local arts organizationsDenver Fringe Festival Main Coverage (26:00 - 39:00)• Overview of the sixth annual Denver Fringe Festival (June 4-8)• Festival statistics: 200+ performances, 75 shows, 20 venues• Ticket pricing and artist revenue sharing (70% to performers)• Toni's curated show selections across three days• Alex's anticipated picks including family-friendly and experimental worksFeatured Show Highlights Include:• Nuptial Nightmare (horror comedy)• Mouse City Podcast (mice starting a podcast)• Arkham Ass-Sylum (Batman villain burlesque)• Rocky Mountain Puppet Slam• Dichotomize Me (immersive absurdist play)• Various experimental, comedy, and performance art piecesColorado Theatre Headliners (40:00 - 53:00)Top 10 Upcoming Shows:• On Your Feet, Town Hall Arts Center, Littleton, May 23-June 22• Xanadu, Creede Repertory Theatre, Creede, May 24-Sept. 7• Forbidden Broadway: Merrily We Stole a Song, DCPA, Denver, May 28-June 29• Torch Song, Vintage Theatre, Aurora, May 30-June 29• [title of show], Little Theatre of the Rockies, Greeley, June 5-15• Aladdin and the Wonderful Lamp, Miners Alley, Golden, through June 28• A Tuna Christmas, Bailey Theatre Company, Glen Isle Resort in Bailey through June 8• Something Rotten!, Thingamajig Theatre Company at Pagosa Springs Center for the Arts, through Aug. 30• Another Medea, Bas Bleu, Fort Collins, Through June 15• Ripcord, Firehouse Theatre Company at John Hand Theatre, Denver, through June 29

Hi everyone and welcome back to another week of news on Summit in Six. We've got updates on Restaurant Tax Funding, kitten care tips from Animal Control and two upcoming events you won't want to miss. TOPIC 1: Restaurant Tax Awards & Funding After County Council declined to award the Sundance Film Festival $85,000 in … Continue reading May 16, 2025 — May showers (of tax funds, kittens, and outdoor events) →

Oasim Basir's critically acclaimed Sundance Film Festival hit TO LIVE AND DIE AND LIVE starring Amin Joseph, Skye P. Marshall, Omari Hardwick, Cory Hardrict, Maryam Basir, Dana Gourrier, and Travina Springer will open May 16 in AMC Theaters across the country from AuthentiQ Films & CinemaStreet Pictures, with Samuel Goldwyn Films acquiring the movie for its digital release later this year.TO LIVE AND DIE AND LIVE is from AuthentiQ Films, Significant Productions, CinemaStreet Pictures and Confluential Films, and produced by Nina Yang Bongiovi, Forest Whitaker, Amin Joseph, Samantha Basir, Dana Offenbach, Cory Hardrict, and Omari Hardwick.The movie will open in the top twenty markets and roll-out to additional screens in the weeks following. Basir's feature was lauded by top critics at its Sundance Film Festival debut in 2023 and is an ode to the city of Detroit. The movie showcases the underrated and alluring architecture and vibrant life in the city. A perfect backdrop for Hollywood filmmaker Muhammad when he (Joseph) returns home to bury his stepfather and settle his accounts. But as he is thrust into old and new relationships his struggles with addiction and loss may finish him before he finishes the task.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-like-it-s-live--4113802/support.

Oasim Basir's critically acclaimed Sundance Film Festival hit TO LIVE AND DIE AND LIVE starring Amin Joseph, Skye P. Marshall, Omari Hardwick, Cory Hardrict, Maryam Basir, Dana Gourrier, and Travina Springer will open May 16 in AMC Theaters across the country from AuthentiQ Films & CinemaStreet Pictures, with Samuel Goldwyn Films acquiring the movie for its digital release later this year.TO LIVE AND DIE AND LIVE is from AuthentiQ Films, Significant Productions, CinemaStreet Pictures and Confluential Films, and produced by Nina Yang Bongiovi, Forest Whitaker, Amin Joseph, Samantha Basir, Dana Offenbach, Cory Hardrict, and Omari Hardwick.The movie will open in the top twenty markets and roll-out to additional screens in the weeks following. Basir's feature was lauded by top critics at its Sundance Film Festival debut in 2023 and is an ode to the city of Detroit. The movie showcases the underrated and alluring architecture and vibrant life in the city. A perfect backdrop for Hollywood filmmaker Muhammad when he (Joseph) returns home to bury his stepfather and settle his accounts. But as he is thrust into old and new relationships his struggles with addiction and loss may finish him before he finishes the task.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

In this interview, Snow Raven shares her journey as a shamanic singer and the power of ancestral wisdom. She discusses the global challenges humanity is facing and the need to embrace fear and uncertainty. Snow Raven emphasizes the importance of reconnecting with nature and the web of life. She also explores the concept of human potential and the role of creativity in accessing hidden treasures. Snow Raven shares her personal experiences with shamanic rituals and the significance of sacrifice. She concludes by discussing her ability to communicate with animals through mimicry and the profound conversations that can occur. The conversation concludes with Snow Raven's vision for a time capsule that contains a song for future generations.SNOW RAVEN - SUOR was born in one of the most remote and cold inhabited places in the world - the Republic of Sakha - Yakutia (arctic Siberia). She was three years old when she started to learn the language of birds and animals. Her voice takes its breath from traditional Sakha culture and is truly an instrument. She is the OG of “arctic beatbox” - the reindeer breath and the founder of OLOX ecosystem: Of Many Believes Common Truth.SNOW RAVEN, participant of America's Got Talent 2020, headlined Eclipse, Lightning in the Bottle, Lost Lands, Burning Man, The Elements, Lucidity Festival, Beloved, Sundance Film Festival. SNOW RAVEN sang for The Bioneers ECOconference, MAPS Psychedelic Science conference, the international forum Arctic Circle-2015 in Iceland, in the French-American Arctic expedition Pax Arctica (DeLong Islands) sponsored by the Prince Monaco Foundation and in the International Beatbox Championship as a special guest. In 2023 she spoke at TEDx Vermont, Yale University.___________________PODCAST CHAPTERS00:00 - Snow Raven Intro01:20 - Exploring Cultural Connection Through Music02:35 - Liberating Oppressed Voices04:25 - Facing Humanity's Global Challenges09:35 - Returning to Ancestral Songs and Shamanic Traditions11:58 - Carrying the Torch of Ancestral Lineage16:34 - The Web of Life vs. The Web of Internet20:40 - Human Potential Through Shamanic Practices23:10 - The Survival of Arctic Shamanism 30:23 - Losing and Sacrificing the Sacred Drum40:46 - Seeing the World Through the Raven's Eye43:42 - Communicating with Animals & Totem Spirits50:38 - Embodying the Super Skills of Animals54:00 - Journeying Through Spiritual Realms and Their Lessons01:00:42 - Shamanic Communication with Extraterrestrial Beings01:08:11 - Emerging Technologies & Their Role in Humanity's Evolution01:13:50 - Healing Through Sound and Internal Frequencies01:19:32 - Improvising an Ancestral Song for Healing01:23:30 - The Three Worlds of Shamanism01:28:50 - The Final Trio: Greatest Story From Snow Raven's Grandfather01:31:36 - Exploring the Concept of Truth and Adaptability01:32:48 - The Time Capsule Question: A Song for Future Generations___________________Guest: Snow Raven | The OG of “Arctic Beatbox”✦Website | https://snowraven.com/✦ Instagram |   / snowravenofficial  ✦ YouTube | ‪@SNOWRAVENOFFICIAL‬ ✦ LinkTree | https://linktr.ee/snowraven.comHost: Emilio Ortiz✦ IG |   / iamemilioortiz  ✦ Subscribe to Channel |    / emilioortiz  ✦ Watch Emilio's latest series on 4biddenknowledge TV l https://bit.ly/AwakenThe6thSense___________________© 2024 Emilio Ortiz. All rights reserved. Content from Just Tap In Podcast is protected under copyright law.Legal Disclaimer: The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed by guests on Just Tap In are solely those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of Emilio Ortiz or the Just Tap In Podcast. All content is for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice.

This award-winning filmmaker, showrunner and Academy of Art University professor, talks about her documentary film, Raise HELL: The Life and Times of Molly Ivins. It premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in 2019 […]

Filmmaker Eli Craig (CLOWN IN A CORNFIELD, TUCKER & DALE VS. EVIL, LITTLE EVIL) joins Adam and Joe to discuss his career journey. From growing up in a Hollywood family and wanting to get as far away from Los Angeles and the film industry as possible… to his adventures climbing mountains and shoveling snow… to making the brief decision to try out life as an actor and the advice Clint Eastwood gave him on set… to going to USC grad school and creating his own film festival to showcase his short film… to the uphill battle he faced getting his 2010 horror/comedy TUCKER & DALE VS. EVIL made and why there has yet to be a sequel to the beloved film… to the reality check every filmmaker faces coming off of a run of glowing film festival responses and into the world of “mainstream” critics and distributors who simply can't afford a proper marketing strategy… to how Adam Cesare's “Clown in a Cornfield” novel first came onto his radar and how the looming WGA strike almost derailed the project… to how shooting the film in Canada afforded him the luxury of casting exactly who he wanted to cast and elevate stars like Katie Douglas to #1in the cast… Eli is a fellow cinematic traveler who's story is sure to inspire you! CLOWN IN A CORNFIELD opens in theaters this weekend (May 9th)! Also, Dr. Arwen provides “Hollywood Therapy” for an indie filmmaker looking to avoid the dangers of “Hollywood Accounting” and losing creative control of his project, THE MOVIE CRYPT turns 12, and Arwen turns 14! 

Eun-Ha Paek in her studio in Brooklyn, 2024. Photo by Helmi Korhonen. Courtesy of Hostler Burrows Brooklyn-based multimedia artist Eun-Ha Paek's sculptures give physical form to the artist's inner narratives and personal history, while exploring broader themes of identity and human experience. Paek's hybrid approach to ceramics is informed by her background in animation and film. Her attempts to roll increasingly smaller, tighter coils eventually led her to introduce 3D printing to her practice, enabling detail that would not be possible by hand. The resulting pieces, while finally static, are created through a process that in many ways mimics stop motion animation. Paek's work, across media, investigates questions of identity through storytelling. Hints of recognizable references and motifs are present in her figures, but this host of characters is the unique product of a visual language developed to give shape to the artist's internal dialogue. Born in Seoul, South Korea, in 1974, Paek currently lives and works in Brooklyn, NY. She received a BFA in Film/Animation/Video from the Rhode Island School of Design, where she has also been a guest lecturer. Paek's work has been exhibited throughout the United States and internationally, and she is the recipient of several awards and grants including the Windgate Scholarship and Rudy Autio Grant from the Archie Bray Foundation. Paek's animated films have screened in the Guggenheim Museum, Sundance Film Festival, and venues around the world. She has been a guest lecturer at the Fashion Institute of Technology, a visiting critic at the Maryland Institute College of Art, and she currently serves on the faculty at Parsons School of Design/The New School. Eun-Ha Paek, Pied Piper, 2025. Glazed stoneware. 17" H x 15.5" W x 9.5” D. Photo by Joe Kramm. Courtesy of Hostler Burrows Eun-Ha Paek, Duck Lips Redux, 2024. 3D printed glazed stoneware. 17.5" H x 14" W x 8” D. Photo by Joe Kramm. Courtesy of Hostler Burrows Eun-Ha Paek, Mongmong Mountain, 2025. Glazed stoneware, gold leaf. 17" H x 22" W x 16”D. Photo by Joe Kramm. Courtesy of Hostler Burrows

"Out Of My Mind" had its world premiere at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival, where it received positive reviews for its performances, portrayal of cerebral palsy, writing, and direction. Based on Sharon M. Draper's 2010 novel of the same name, the film tells the story of Melody Brooks, a nonverbal young girl with cerebral palsy who has a sharp mind and a photographic memory. The movie follows her journey as she navigates sixth grade and fights to be heard and understood. She eventually receives a speech-generating device to express her thoughts and feelings. Actors Phoebe-Rae Taylor, Luke Kirby, and Director Ambert Sealey were all kind enough to spend some time speaking with us about their work and experience making the film, which you can listen to below. Please be sure to check out the film, which is now available to stream on Disney+. Thank you, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture and listen to this podcast ad-free Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

IndieSeen sells out! This month, Ian and Sujewa welcome Jeff York for a spirited discussion of Adrian Lyne's blockbuster relationship drama, Indecent Proposal.This (very loose) adaptation of Jack Engelhard's novel centers on David (Woody Harrelson) and Diana (Demi Moore), a young married couple who, after loosing their meager savings in Las Vegas, are presented with a life-changing offer from billionaire John Gage (Robert Redford): $1 million to spend the night with Diana. The encounter and its after-effects may have split the narrative right down the middle--but it united audiences in making Indecent Proposal one of the highest-grossing films of 1993.In this spoilerific episode, the guys examine the movie in a few different contexts: as a comparison to the source material; as an awkward attempt to fit Lyne's film into the trendy "erotic thriller" niche; and as a bungled telling of what could have been (in more thoughtful hands) a challenging and dare-we-say-"sexy" head-trip for the ages.They also talk bad casting; Indecent Proposal's unfortunate connection to The Brutalist; and the recently announced news that Redford's Sundance Film Festival is vacating Park City, Utah, after nearly 40 years!Subscribe, like, and comment on Kicking the Seat here on YouTube, and check us out at:kickseat.comXBlueSkyInstagramFacebookShow LinksWatch the Indecent Proposal (1993) trailer.Keep up with Jeff York's criticism and caricatures at The Establishing Shot and Pipeline Artists.Check out Sujewa's latest podcast venture, This Arthouse Life! Watch Sujewa's latest film, Cosmic Disco Detective Rene for free on YouTube! Rent The Secret Society for Slow Romance (the predecessor to Cosmic Disco Detective Rene).Follow Sujewa on X.Check out all the episodes in our “IndieSeen” Playlist!

Ryan is joined by Edward Finan, Alex Flores, and Hunter Vance to discuss their experience attending the online portion of the 2025 Sundance Film Festival. Then, the crew ranks their top 5 favorites and explains why you should be on the lookout for this year's first batch of festival darlings.

Carolyn McDonald, interviewed on OWC RADiO by our host, Cirina Catania, is an award-winning filmmaker, producer, writer, and instructor who partnered with Danny Glover at Carrie Productions. She exec-produced HBO's "America's Dream" and TNT's "Buffalo Soldiers," as well as "Freedom Song." Cirina said she deeply resonated with Carolyn, not just because of the mutual Carrie Productions connection, but because of Carolyn's dedication to empowering and teaching the younger generation. Carolyn has taught in Nashville at the Watkins Film School, in New York at the Independent Film Project, and in LA with the Black TV and Film Collective. She is currently a screenwriting instructor at the New York Film Academy. If you enjoy our podcast, please subscribe and tell all your friends about us! We love our listeners. And, if you have ideas for segments, write to OWCRadio@catania.us. We are always up for new ideas! You can find OWC RADiO at OWCRadio.com, on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and all other podcatchers! The ever-popular OWC RADiO is sponsored by Other World Computing under the guidance and inspiration of CEO, Larry O'Connor. OWC has expanded to all corners of the world and works every day to create hardware and software that make the lives of creatives and business-oriented companies faster, more efficient, and more stable.  Go to MacSales.com for more information and to discover an ecosystem that serves your needs.  Cirina Catania, is a successful filmmaker, former Sr Vice President of Worldwide Marketing at MGM-UA and United Artists, and one of the co-founders and former executive director of the Sundance Film Festival. She is the founder, CEO, and Executive Director of the non-profit, High School Media Collective. Cirina is Founder/Lead Creative at the Catania Group Global, Showrunner and Host of OWC RADiO and partner, Lumberjack System, as well as Tech Ambassador for companies such as Blackmagic Design.

"Magic Farm" had its world premiere at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival and later went on to screen at the Berlin International Film Festival. Set against the backdrop of an impending health crisis, it tells the story of a film crew who lands in South America to profile a musician but discover they have arrived in the wrong country. Director/Writer/Star Amalia Ulman and actors Chloë Sevigny, Alex Wolff, and Joe Apollonio were all kind enough to spend some time speaking with us about their experience making the film, which you can listen to below. Please be sure to check out the film, which is now playing in New York theaters from MUBI and will expand to additional cities starting May 2nd. Thank you, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture and listen to this podcast ad-free Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this two-part episode of the No Film School Podcast, hosts GG Hawkins and Jason Hellerman dive into the success of Ryan Coogler's new original film Sinners, a box office hit that marks a significant moment for original storytelling in Hollywood. They explore Coogler's strategic career trajectory from shorts to studio features, examining what emerging filmmakers can learn from his path. Later in the episode, GG takes us back to the 2022 Sundance Film Festival with an interview featuring director Sing J. Lee. They discuss his debut feature, The Accidental Getaway Driver, and the deeply personal journey behind its creation, from a 10-year music video career to a rapid eight-week co-writing process, and the film's intimate portrayal of cultural duality and human connection. In this episode we discuss... The box office and cultural impact of Ryan Coogler's Sinners Coogler's path from indie shorts to studio blockbusters The importance of building a team and sustaining collaborations Crafting and maintaining a personal voice within the studio system GG's interview with director Sing J. Lee about his feature debut The intersection of personal history and narrative storytelling in The Accidental Getaway Driver Sing's transition from music videos to feature filmmaking Writing and directing with emotional and cultural authenticity Memorable Quotes: "It's been a long time since something original entered the cultural lexicon." "Artists should work on something that not only matters to them but that the world needs to hear about." "We're looking for the vessel for where our voice might be best suited." "You've already done so much work, whether you know it or not." Guest: Sing J. Lee – IMDb Find No Film School everywhere: On the Web: No Film School Facebook: No Film School on Facebook Twitter: No Film School on Twitter YouTube: No Film School on YouTube Instagram: No Film School on Instagram

PUBLIC VERSION. Filmmaker Mark Anthony Green (OPUS) joins Joe to discuss the making of his debut feature film. From how Mark's former career as a journalist informed the plot of OPUS (now available on VOD)… to the films that inspired him to pursue filmmaking… to the biggest learning curve he experienced transitioning from one medium to another… to the joy of collaborating with actors like John Malkovich, Ayo Edebiri, Murray Bartlett and Parker Posey… to being a leader and collaborator to the point of sweeping his own sets down… to working with legendary musician Nile Rogers on the music… to the film's triumphant premiere at this year's Sundance Film Festival and its subsequent theatrical release… Mark's first time experience is one that every aspiring filmmaker will enjoy hearing about.  PLUS Adam returns from Malta to discuss his experience shooting his latest film ASCENT, share some fun anecdotes on the production and explain why the experience made Adam feel so old. 

In episode 179 of Hustle Inspires Hustle, Alex Quin takes us behind the scenes of the 2025 Sundance Film Festival. Returning for a second year, Alex and his expanded team captured the energy and creativity of the festival like never before. This episode explores how strategic content creation, meaningful industry partnerships, and a firsthand appreciation of the filmmaking process played a crucial role in amplifying emerging projects. Alex shares his insights as an executive producer and marketing professional, shedding light on what it takes to launch and promote a film on an international stage.Episode Outline[00:00:00] Welcome back: Josh Troy returns to the podcast[00:02:30] Growth and milestones since the 2021 episode[00:06:15] WFS Group's edge in outsourced sales[00:09:40] Ideal client profile and red flags to avoid[00:15:10] What makes an offer scale-ready[00:20:00] Founder-led sales and product-market fit[00:27:00] Choosing between one call and two call models[00:36:45] How to create urgency without sleazy tactics[00:42:30] Team structure, metrics, and scaling strategies[00:48:00] Follow-ups, no-show protocol, and nurturing leads[00:53:00] Using application questions to pre-qualify prospects[01:02:00] Flipping the “we tried this before” objection[01:07:30] Josh's 10-step sales call framework[01:12:00] What Josh wants to be known for in the industry[00:48:40] Where to watch Taking the Fight and follow StuartWisdom NuggetsStrategic Content = Amplified Stories : Smart, collaborative content can shine a spotlight on independent projects and get them industry-wide attention. Alex's team used social media strategy to elevate visibility for indie films.Think Bigger with the Right Team : An expanded team means more hands, more talent, and a bigger impact. With more people involved this year, Alex's crew was able to produce better content and deeper coverage.Celebrate the Process: : Seeing how films are marketed, pitched, and received helped Alex understand the film industry's real backbone—marketing, storytelling, and grit.Collaborate to Elevate: From doing collab posts with Rotten Tomatoes event to collaborating with actors, Alex emphasizes that powerful partnerships can make creative projects go further and reach wider.Stay Rooted in Purpose : No matter the spotlight, staying grounded in your mission—to inspire, connect, and educate—will always lead to the most impactful results.Power Quotes:“We came back to Sundance with a bigger vision and a stronger team.” - Alex Quin“Seeing our content amplify indie films was the biggest win.” - Alex Quin“It's not just about showing up—it's about showing up with a purpose.” - Alex QuinConnect With the Podcast Host Alex Quin:Instagram: (https://www.instagram.com/alexquin)Twitter: (https://twitter.com/mralexquin)LinkedIn: (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mralexquin)Website: (https://alexquin.com)TikTok: (https://www.tiktok.com/@mralexquin)Our CommunityInstagram:(https://www.instagram.com/hustleinspireshustle)Twitter: (https://twitter.com/HustleInspires)LinkedIn: (https://www.linkedin.com/company/hustle-inspires-hustle)Website: (https://hustleinspireshustle.com)*This page may contain affiliate links or sponsored content. When you click on these links or engage with the sponsored content and make a purchase or take some other action, we may receive a commission or compensation at no additional cost to you. We only promote products or services that we genuinely believe will add value to our readers & listeners.*See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, I have an emotional chat with director NATALIE RAE about her beautiful, award-winning NETFLIX documentary, "DAUGHTERS," which won two awards at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival, was shortlisted for the 2025 Oscars, and is now up for a Peabody. Listen as Natalie tells me about the 8 long years it took her and co-director ANGELA PATTON to make "Daughters" and what it felt like to finally get into Sundance and then sell the project to Netflix after hearing "no" so many times. Find out how Natalie's music video background inspired and influenced her to mix camera formats and develop a unique look to the film. "Daughters" chronicles how a group of young girls and their incarcerated fathers prepare for and then attend a "daddy-daughter-dance." Because these fathers almost never see their daughters, this singular event is incredibly special for all involved. Check out the Daughters Trailer and watch the film now only on Netflix. Plus, I give you my take on the "White Lotus" season finale. "The Coconut Milk was off." And I share some footage from my trip to the LA "Fighting Oligarchy" rally. Listen to the full episode anywhere you get podcasts or watch it on my YouTube channel.  My Website My YouTube Channel Brent Freeburg's GoFundMe for his recovery after a stroke GoFundMe for Jessica Honeycutt to help her fight against cancer GoFundMe for documentary filmmaker Tracy Droz Tragos GoFundMe for producer Laura Korkoian GoFundMe for editor and producer Buzz Chatman GoFundMe producers Dustin and Erin Rubin GoFundMe for producer/director CJ Russo for Black Families Impacted by LA Wildfires Fundraisers for Hollywood Crew Members Affected by LA Fires Wildfire Relief Fund 2025 Los Angeles Fire Department Other organizations to donate to    

"The Legend Of Ochi" had its world premiere at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival and received positive reviews for its visuals, performances, use of puppetry, animatronics, matte painting, and fantasy story of found family and connection. Feature debut filmmaker Isaiah Saxon and stars Helena Zengel, Finn Wolfhard, and Emily Watson were all kind enough to speak with us about their work on the film, which you can listen to below. Please be sure to check out the film, which is now playing in limited release from A24 and will expand to more theaters on April 25th. Thank you, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture and listen to this podcast ad-free Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"The Ugly Stepsister" had its world premiere at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival in the midnight section, where it received positive reviews for its style, performances, and body horror retelling of the fairy tale Cinderella from the point of view of Elvira (the ugly stepsister) who competes against her beautiful stepsister in a bloody battle for beauty. Debut filmmaker Emilie Blichfeldt and stars Lea Myren and Thea Sofie Loch Næss were all kind enough to speak with us about their work on the film, which you can listen to below. Please be sure to check out the film, which will open in theaters on April 18th from IFC Films. Thank you, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture and listen to this podcast ad-free Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andrew Ahn's remake of "The Wedding Banquet" had its world premiere at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival, where it received positive reviews for its performances from its delightful cast, sharp writing, and sensitive direction. A remake of the 1993 film, it tells the familiar story, but this time primarily from the women's perspective, thus updating the film for modern times. Cast members Lily Gladstone, Kelly Marie Tran, Han Gi-chan, and Joan Chen were all kind enough to spend some time talking with Ema Sasic about their experience working on the film, while Cody Dericks spoke separately with Ahn, which you can listen to below. Please be sure to check out the film, which will open in theaters from Bleecker Street on April 18th. Thank you, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture and listen to this podcast ad-free Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dylan Southern talks about his film “The Thing with Feathers,” based on Max Porter's book and starring Benedict Cumberbatch, which delves into themes of loss and family relationships after a mother's passing. The film made its debut at this year's Sundance Film Festival, followed by Berlinale. He also references previous films that inspired him, including Steven Spielberg's “E.T.”Dylan shares his experience of transforming the book into a film, highlighting the need to grasp the emotional heart of the narrative. He discusses the complexities of portraying grief, noting that it is often non-linear and can be both cyclical and unpredictable.He elaborates on the fusion of horror and dark humor to illustrate grief and reflects on how personal experiences shape storytelling, stressing the importance of emotional authenticity in film.What Movies Are You Watching?Like, subscribe and follow us on our socials @pastpresentfeature

In this episode of The Art Career, Emily sits down with the incomparable Melissa Auf der Maur — musician, visual artist, filmmaker, and co-founder of the multidisciplinary arts center Basilica Hudson.Known for her role as the bass player in iconic 1990s rock bands Hole and The Smashing Pumpkins, Melissa's journey spans far beyond the stage. From self-producing solo albums to launching a nationally recognized cultural venue in Hudson, NY, Melissa has spent the past two decades creating space — literally and metaphorically — for artists to gather, experiment, and thrive.This conversation covers the full spectrum of her creative life: music, motherhood, mythology, and the radical act of sustaining a long-term, independent practice. We also talk about her upcoming literary memoir, which will explore her time inside the legendary 1990s rock scene — set to be released in 2026 by Grand Central Publishing / Hachette Books.We discuss:• Touring the world with Hole and The Smashing Pumpkins• Creating Basilica Hudson as a haven for artists and community• Her deep roots in visual art and photography• Storytelling, place-making, and the role of women in music history• Writing her forthcoming memoir on the 90s rock eraFollow Melissa: @xmadmxLearn more about Basilica Hudson: basilicahudson.orgFollow Emily: @emilymcelwreath_artFollow The Art Career: @theartcareerMelissa Auf der Maur was born and raised in Montreal, Canada where she received a fine arts education focused on music and photography. Auf der Maur is most prominently known for herrole as the bass player and band member in two Grammy Nominated and Winning 90's rock bands, Hole and The Smashing Pumpkins. At the turn of the millennium, after multiple world tours she set off on her own to self-produce two solo albums, released on Capitol Records andRoadRunner / Warner Brother Records. In 2010 she co-founded the multidisciplinary art center Basilica Hudson in Hudson, NY with filmmaker Tony Stone, which welcomes up to 20,000 yearly visitors to genre-pushing music festivals, large-scale marketplace events, film screenings, and public installations. In addition to her work as an arts and music curator at Basilica Hudson, Auf der Maur has produced films that have been presented at Sundance Film Festival, Berlin Film Festival, New Directors New Films, and released by NEON and Magnolia Pictures. Her photography work has been published in National Geographic, American Photo, SPIN and BUST Magazines, and exhibited at the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts and Sotheby's NY, among other venues. Her literary memoir, focusing on her time in the iconic 90's rock scene, is due to be released in 2026 by Grand Central / Hachettes Books.

This week on Regional Roundup, we take a closer look at the Sundance Film Festival's recent announcement that it will move from Park City, Utah—its home for 40 years—to Boulder, Colorado, starting in 2027. We hear from a Colorado lawmaker sponsoring legislation to provide the festival with tax credits, as well as the director of the Utah Film Commission on what the move means for the state. Also, we examine the carbon footprint of the food we eat and explore a new collection of essays that delves into the tension between growth and sustainability in the American West.

Two weeks ago Sundance Film Festival announced it was leaving Utah and moving to Colorado. Following nearly a year of negotiations, the potential offer of millions in tax incentives for the local film industry, and a battle against Cincinnati and Sundance's original home of Park City, Boulder ultimately won the bid. After decades in one place, what made this movie institution decide to head to Colorado? And what could it mean for our state's existing film industry?  We're revisiting a conversation from earlier this year that host Bree Davies had with Ali Vallarta, the host of City Cast Salt Lake and former Sundance staffer, to talk about the potential impacts of this big move. This episode first ran on January 16, 2025. For even more news from around the city, subscribe to our morning newsletter Hey Denver at denver.citycast.fm. Follow us on Instagram: @citycastdenver and Youtube Chat with other listeners on reddit: r/CityCastDenver Support City Cast Denver by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm What do you think? Text or leave us a voicemail with your name and neighborhood, and you might hear it on the show: 720-500-5418‬ Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Visit Port Aransas Denver Urban Gardens PineMelon - Use code CITYCAST for 75% off! Looking to advertise on City Cast Denver? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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"Freaky Tales" had its world premiere at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival, where it received positive reviews for its homage to 80's genre films and Oakland, California, with a game cast who were all tuned in to filmmakers Anna Boden and Ryan Fleck's distinct vision for the anthology film. Starring Pedro Pascal, Jay Ellis, Normani Kordei Hamilton, Dominque Thorne, Ben Mendelsohn, Ji-young Yoo, Jack Champion, Angus Cloud & Kier Gilchrist, the film depicts four interconnected stories taking place at real locations and during real historical events in 1987 Oakland, California. Boden and Fleck were both kind enough to speak with me about their work on the film, which you can listen to below. Please be sure to check out the film, which is now playing in theaters from Lionsgate. Thank you, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture and listen to this podcast ad-free Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sundance is leaving Park City for Boulder, Colorado. We're processing the breakup and asking what all jilted partners do: Was it something we did?

INTRO (00:23): Kathleen opens the show drinking a Captain Jack Pilsner from Olde Mecklenburg Brewery in Charlotte. She reviews her weekend in Virginia Beach VA and Charlotte NC, eating Carolina BBQ and touring an aircraft carrier.    TOUR NEWS: See Kathleen live on her “Day Drinking Tour.”   COURT NEWS (14:53): Kathleen shares news on Anne Murray's Lifetime Achievement Juno Award, Morgan Wallen's in the hot seat after his Saturday Night Live appearance, Jelly Roll has gotten rid of his iPhone, Post Malone buys a horse named “Ashtray,” and Snoop Dogg is partnering with Dr. Dre to open the “Still G.I.N Lounge” in Nashville.    TASTING MENU (3:43): Kathleen Doritos Late Night Jalapeno Popper chips and Orion Sweet Corn Turtle chips.    UPDATES (33:25): Kathleen shares updates on Chimp Crazy Tonia Haddix's federal sentencing, the Just Stop Oil organization announces that it will cease museum actions, the first Millennial Saint sits in rest awaiting his canonization, and 23andMe goes bankrupt.    HOLY SHIT THEY FOUND IT (51:22) : Kathleen reveals the discovery of a Pampas cat on a trail camera in Chile, and rare otters are discovered in England.    FRONT PAGE PUB NEWS (53:23): Kathleen shares articles on Fireball Whiskey's senior promotion,  Johnny Mathis' retirement after 70 years of touring, the Sundance Film Festival is leaving Utah for Boulder CO, Bar Louie has filed for bankruptcy, White House Faith Officer Paula White is offering paid celestial blessings if donations are made before Easter, Elon Musk has sold X to his AI company, Prince Harry is accused of bullying a charity, and a naked woman has a meltdown in the DFW Airport.    WHAT ARE WE WATCHING (27:03): Kathleen recommends watching March Madness basketball games, and “Happy Face” on Paramount Plus.   FEEL GOOD STORY (1:15:30): Kathleen reads about the world's oldest cat Millie turning 30 years old.

6:05- Tim covers a pursuit driver wanted for potential kidnapping in Riverside County  6:20- Speed chase coverage continued as Tim narrates the pursuit  6:35- Santa Anaita Park Derby Day Package winner joins Tim Jr.to talk about his winnings / Judge blocks release of public records that show bodies of Gene Hackman, and his wife/ Utah loses bid to keep Sundance Film Festival after 40 years of history/ Marijuana at the movies. Executives seek new ways to sell theater tickets. 6:50 – Camarillo Metro train and car collide killing driver/ Good Morning Football Show 

The iconic Sundance Film Festival is packing up after 40 years in Park City, Utah, heading to Boulder, Colorado—but is it really about politics? Meanwhile, Anheuser-Busch drops St. Louis PrideFest after three decades of support, saying they "don't see the value" (yikes). And if you've ever handed your DNA over to 23andMe, now might be the time to hit delete—the company is up for sale. Tune in for all the details! Apple Podcasts: apple.co/1WwDBrC Spotify: spoti.fi/2pC19B1 iHeart Radio: bit.ly/4aza5LW YouTube Music: bit.ly/43T8Y81 Pandora: pdora.co/2pEfctj YouTube: bit.ly/1spAF5a Also follow Tim and John on: Facebook: www.facebook.com/focusgroupradio

Her adult son was shot seven times in the back by a Douglas County sheriff's deputy. Today, a mother's search for answers. Then, as Boulder prepares to host the Sundance Film Festival in 2027, could a film production there be a sign of things to come? Plus, Colorado Wonders why the school year is shorter than in other states. Also, Colorado will be getting 15 new judges. And a chance to celebrate the artistry and legacy of Selena. 

What to expect from the Sundance Film Festival, courtesy of the town that lost it. From Park City, insight into the minuses and pluses from an art film owner. Then, an Oscar-winning filmmaker in Boulder who helped lure the event. Later, former Rep. Yadira Caraveo, MD, gets candid about mental health. Plus, a frozen world that's no longer frozen. Arctic adventurer and author Jonathan Waterman, of Carbondale, on the rapid changes facing wildlife, plants, and people. 

(Chunga's note: Due to an un-noticed tech issue during recording, Your Really Stupid News had to be edited out of this episode. SORRY! SORRY!)RADIO RONIN IS ON!!!!!!“Picklegate” continues!!! Did Chris go to back to the deli last Friday to challenge the owner about the pickles on his sandwich!?? So… how's your March Madness bracket!?? How are Chunga, Chandler, Gregg, and Chris doing!?!  Uh… well….HOLY CRAP!!!!!  Have you been following the earthquakes in Thailand!?  Chunga is worried these quakes will set off a chain reaction that will move west!!!! What movie should never be remade!? We'll find out in the Chunga Poll Shout Outs!!!Did you hear the big news this week!? The Sundance Film Festival is leaving Utah for Colorado!!! What do you think? Are you happy or are you sad!?!  Why do you think they chose to leave!?!PLUS, Gregg has another Big, Dumb, Fun, Movie Shout-Out!  LISTEN NOW!!!!! It's on www.radioronin.com and everywhere you get your podcasts!!

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The Sundance Film Festival is moving to Boulder, Colorado in 2027! Host Ali Vallarta and producer Ivana Martinez try to get to the bottom of why Boulder beat out Salt Lake's bid, and what could emerge to take Sundance's place in Utah. Plus, how to start your garden for cheap, a great fusion dessert, and a block party Sunday.  Related links: Interested in hearing more about Sundance's identity crisis?  Shop the free seed library. Get the matcha tiramisu at Junah. Central 9th referendum block party on Sunday. Become a member of City Cast Salt Lake today! It's the best way to support our work and help make sure we are around for years to come. Get all the details and sign up at membership.citycast.fm. Subscribe to Hey Salt Lake, our daily morning newsletter. You can also find us on Instagram @CityCastSLC.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Salt Lake? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Inn at 500 Salt Lake Bees Broadway Across America Salt Lake Sewciety Momentum Climbing Live Crude - Get $10 off your first CRUDE purchase with promo code CITYCASTSLC. Workshopslc.com - use code CITYCAST for 20% off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"The Ballad Of Wallis Island" had its world premiere at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival, where it received positive reviews for its heartwarming story written by its two leads, Tom Basden and Tim Key, lovable performances and music. Co-starring Academy Award-nominee Carey Mulligan, the independent UK film later screened at the SXSW Film Festival, which is where this interview took place. Director James Griffiths, Basen, and Key were all kind enough to spend some time speaking with us during the festival about their work on the film, which you can listen to below. Please be sure to check out the film, which is in select theaters this Friday and will be showing everywhere on April 18th from Focus Features. Thank you, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture and listen to this podcast ad-free Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

At least 80 tornadoes kill at least 40 Americans over the weekend across the South. The Houthis and ISIS had a bad weekend over in the Middle East. 2011 video shows President Obama and Vice President Biden once had a plan to cut spending. President Trump visits the Department of Justice. President Trump's long walk with Lil X. The U.S. kicks the South African ambassador out of the country for his heinous comments about President Trump. Gain-of-function research in the state of Georgia behind the bird flu outbreak? Joe Biden's autopen pardons … "null and void"?? Border czar Tom Homan addresses the "separation of families" as deportations continue. President Trump says to expect the Jeffrey Epstein files within weeks. Is alien technology in possession of the U.S. government? California Democrats mock God in the state assembly. Vice President Vance has a message for protesters. Sundance Film Festival leaving Utah over possible Pride flag ban in schools? Regret of a detransitioner. 00:00 Pat Gray UNLEASHED 00:17 Deadly Tornados in America 02:48 Pat Gray Bingo Card 07:56 Trump Orders Airstrike on the Houthis 10:49 ISIS Leader Taken Out 15:04 Chuck Schumer on the Continuing Resolution Vote 18:25 Joni Ernst Gets Booed in the Senate 19:45 Flashback to Obama Supporting DOGE Back in 2011 26:30 Trump at DOJ 27:16 Trump Speaks at the Department of Justice 27:37 Trump Lays the Future of the Justice Department 32:45 Trump Explains Fentanyl in America 35:00 Trump and Lil X at the White House 36:53 Trump vs. Microphone 30:00 South Africa Ambassador NOT Welcomed in America! 38:34 New NBC Poll Shows Trump Highest Approval EVER! 45:26 Flashback to Dr. Leana Wen in 2021 50:31 Dr. Leana Wen Now 54:47 Trump Voids Biden's Pardons 57:08 Stephen A. Smith Sits with Tom Homan 1:01:04 Venezuelan Gang Members in El Salvador Prison 1:05:25 Sharyl Attkisson Asks Trump About JFK & MLK Files 1:12:17 California Mocks God in Prayer 1:14:22 JD Vance Has a Quick Message for Protestors 1:16:05 Utah Bans Pride Flags in Schools / Sundance Festival Leaving Utah? 1:23:06 Katie Lennon Shares Her Trans Testimony 1:28:43 Tesla Keyed in Parking Lot 1:30:00 Tesla Keying Jerk BUSTED 1:33:19 Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla on Vaccine Liability Shields Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lili Reinhart is an actor, producer, and founder of the skincare brand Personal Day. She knew she wanted to be an actor from a young age and spent her tween and teenage years auditioning, self-taping, and begging her parents to let her finish schooling online so she could concentrate on her craft. At 19, she was cast as Betty Cooper on the hit CW show Riverdale and spent the next seven years in a nonstop filming and production cycle. During this busy period of life, she still found time to pursue outside projects, publishing a book of poetry in 2020 and founding a production company. When Riverdale ended in 2023, it allowed her a moment to pause and consider what she wanted to work on going forward. Since then, she's been developing projects with her production company that ignore the mainstream in favor of tackling topics like mental health. She's taken on a few acting projects, like the TV series Hal & Harper, which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival last month. She also spent two years developing her skincare line, Personal Day, which launched this past fall and has been receiving great reviews for its nonirritating formulas and effective solutions for acne-prone skin.Promo Details: Go to PersonalDay.com Enter code WWW15 at check out for 15% off your orderEnds 3/31 at 11:59pm PSTSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.