Director's Club
403 episodes - English - Latest episode: 16 days ago - ★★★★ - 137 ratingsA monthly show that reviews one film director per episode with the occasional bonus episode. Episodes 123-172 were hosted by Brad & Al. As of 2022, new episodes will be hosted by Jim and/or Bill.
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Bonus Episode: 2012 TIFF Wrap-Up
September 19, 2012 02:47 - 1 hour - 94.9 MBReturning guest Erik Childress talks with Jim about the 2012 Toronto International Film Festival and the really good time he had this year. Obviously, we don't touch on all 38 movies (!) he saw in 6 days, but we discuss around 12 titles that stood out. Included are spoiler-free summations on these films in particular: Antiviral Cloud Atlas Frances Ha John Dies at the End Passion Seven Psychopaths Silver Linings Playbook The Iceman The Impossible The Place Beyond the Pines To the Wonder If...
Episode 41: William Friedkin
August 31, 2012 15:35 - 2 hours - 140 MBThe great Phil Nobile Jr returns to talk with us about the legendary (and often controversial) director William Friedkin. Although we do touch upon his more renowned 70s era favorites, the two films we focus on are the controversial CRUISING as well as the mid-80s action crime drama TO LIVE AND DIE IN LA. In addition, Jim digests the rather subpar Stephen King adaptation THINNER, Phil talks about a private 35MM screening he had of COCKFIGHTER, and Patrick ventured out the theater to see the...
Episode 41: William Friedkin (feat. Phil Nobile Jr.)
August 31, 2012 15:35 - 2 hours - 140 MBThe great Phil Nobile Jr returns to talk with us about the legendary (and often controversial) director William Friedkin. Although we do touch upon his more renowned 70s era favorites, the two films we focus on are the controversial CRUISING as well as the mid-80s action crime drama TO LIVE AND DIE IN LA. In addition, Jim digests the rather subpar Stephen King adaptation THINNER, Phil talks about a private 35MM screening he had of COCKFIGHTER, and Patrick ventured out the theater to see the...
Bonus Episode: Listener Emails & More!
August 23, 2012 05:10 - 1 hour - 58 MBJim and Patrick play catch up on listener emails, discuss the shocking news of director Tony Scott's suicide, briefly touch on the latest season of Breaking Bad, and later do a more lengthy "What We Watched Segment" for this quick little bonus episode for the month of August. Jim brings the love for both THE LONG GOODBYE and LAST SUMMER, while Patrick begins checking out Season 1 of THE X-FILES. Send us your thoughts at: [email protected]
Episode 40: Noah Baumbach
August 18, 2012 03:12 - 1 hour - 91.8 MBJim and Patrick reunite alongside guest and friend to the show Dan Solomon, a journalist that has written for a wide variety of news outlets including Austin Chronicle, Texas Observer, and Culture Map. We decide to talk about a filmmaker whose main strengths rely on screenwriting and characterization for this episode. Noah Baumbach first came onto the scene in the mid 90s with the cult Gen-X classic KICKING AND SCREAMING. Then we elaborate more on his even bigger success a decade later wi...
Episode 39: Richard Lester
July 31, 2012 13:26 - 2 hours - 128 MBThis week Director’s Club has film buff and hobbyist filmmaker Greg David talking with Patrick about highly influential American-turned-Brit director Richard Lester. The films we focus on capture the many sides of this unique director, from the French new-wave inspired pure joy of A Hard Day’s Night (where the template for the modern music video was born) to the unexpectedly touching and heartfelt Robin and Marian, which simultaneously tells a rousing adventure story while capturing deep fee...
Episode 38: Lars Von Trier
July 18, 2012 09:58 - 2 hours - 162 MBKurt Halfyard returns once again, alongside film blogger Matt Marko as they join Jim (sans Patrick this week) to talk about the controversial provocateur Lars Von Trier. Despite touching upon a few of his films throughout the conversation, we mainly focus on the stylistic film noir EUROPA as well as the highly acclaimed BREAKING THE WAVES. In addition, Kurt revisits E.T, Jim reviews Oliver Stone's latest film SAVAGES, and Matt touches on Aaron Sorkin's THE NEWSROOM. In about a week, Patric...
Episode 37: Ridley Scott
July 01, 2012 15:14 - 2 hours - 128 MBSean Dwyer of Film Junk Podcast joins us to talk about the prolific and widely acclaimed filmmaker Ridley Scott. Despite touching upon a few of his films throughout the conversation, we mainly focus on the sci-fi classic BLADE RUNNER as well as the Oscar-winning GLADIATOR.. In addition, Sean gives us a review of THE AMAZING SPIDER-MAN, Jim talks SEEKING A FRIEND FOR THE END OF THE WORLD, and Patrick proclaims MOONRISE KINGDOM as the best film of the year so far! In about two weeks we will b...
Bonus Episode: Movies That Changed Our Lives
June 22, 2012 15:16 - 1 hour - 102 MBInspired by a listener's suggestion as well as the book "The Film That Changed Your Life," we both discuss five films that turned us into the avid movie fans we are today. Although we consider them to be favorites for personal reasons, this conversation is not about why they are favorites necessarily, but more about how these particular titles excited, influenced and inspired us to seek out MORE movies. There is always a moment where you fall in love with an art form based on an incredible...
Episode 36: Jane Campion
June 12, 2012 14:24 - 1 hour - 101 MBSteven Ray Morris returns to talk with us about New Zealand director Jane Campion. Despite touching upon a few of her films throughout the conversation, we mainly focus on THE PIANO and IN THE CUT in particular. In addition, Steven reviews a show he's been wathing on Netflix, Jim revisits BLOW-OUT, and Patrick talks BEFORE STONEWALL and an Aerobicsploitation movie!! In about two weeks we will be talking with Sean Dwyer from Film Junk as we discuss Ridley Scott. Please be sure to leave us ...
Episode 35: Paul Thomas Anderson
May 30, 2012 14:41 - 1 hour - 202 MBSteve Prokopy AKA Capone from Ain’t It Cool News, joins us for a live discussion on the incredible Paul Thomas Anderson, a well-respected master of filmmaking. Despite touching upon all five of his films throughout the conversation, we mainly focus on MAGNOLIA and THERE WILL BE BLOOD in particular. In addition, Steve reviews CHERNOBYL DIARIES, Jim finally watched FIVE EASY PIECES, and Patrick continues his J-horror journey with UZUMAKI (Spiral). In about two weeks we will be talking wi...
Episode 34: David Fincher
May 22, 2012 12:28 - 2 hours - 135 MBRenn Brown of CHUD.com returns to talk with us about a true auteur, the great David Fincher. We focus on the 1999 cult classic FIGHT CLUB as well as the critically-acclaimed 2007 true crime procedural, ZODIAC and then touch upon a couple other films as well. Renn reviews BATTLESHIP, Jim praises Richard Linklater's latest BERNIE, and finally Patrick wraps things up with a discussion about J-horror and the American remake of THE RING. In about a week we will be talking live with Steve Pro...
Bonus Episode: Superhero Movies
May 14, 2012 14:39 - 2 hours - 145 MBHello true believers! While our Fincher episode may a little late, never fear, for a bonus episode on superhero movies is here to save the day! Patrick teamed up with humorist and comic book nerd Daniel Kibblesmith to take on the history of the genre and how it lead to Marvel's latest mega-blockbuster, THE AVENGERS. In depth conversation on the Superman films, the Batman films, and how the one-two punch of X-MEN and Spider-Man lead to the current golden age of superhero movies. Also discus...
Bonus Episode: Andrew Davis Interview
April 23, 2012 21:13 - 19 minutes - 27.4 MBFor this special 20-minute bonus episode, Jim interviews director Andrew Davis (The Fugitive, Under Seige, Above the Law, Holes) to talk about his debut film from 1978, STONY ISLAND which is being released on DVD & VOD on April 24th. We learn about how the film was made, and its cultural significance including how Andrew got his start in the business. In addition, we briefly discuss memories of filming THE FUGITIVE here in the city of Chicago back in the early 90s as well. STONY ISLAND ...
Episode 33: Michael Mann
April 23, 2012 13:22 - 2 hours - 157 MBWe return to our original format with a third appearance from previous guest Brendan Leonard, covering the great crime thriller director Michael Mann. We focus on the 1995 classic HEAT as well as the critically-acclaimed follow-up THE INSIDER and then touch upon a couple other films from both earlier in his career and recently. Brendan also talks about THE RIGHT STUFF which he recently saw on the big screen, while I proclaim my affinity for INTRUDER, and Patrick wraps things up with a discu...
Episode 32: Coleman Francis
April 01, 2012 13:15 - 1 hour - 61.3 MBHey all, Patrick here. Jim normally does these show write-ups but this time around he insisted that I do it, saying (and I quote) "I don't want to hear another fucking word about Coleman Francis ever again." The reason why will soon become apparent as you listen to this episode about the man himself. We were lucky (no, blessed), to have prestigious professor of film and author of the upcoming book "The Franciscan: The Beast Of The Hollywood System" Manx (yes, that's his whole name) with us ...
Episode 32: Coleman Francis (feat. Daniel Kibblesmith)
April 01, 2012 13:15 - 1 hour - 61.3 MBHey all, Patrick here. Jim normally does these show write-ups but this time around he insisted that I do it, saying (and I quote) "I don't want to hear another fucking word about Coleman Francis ever again." The reason why will soon become apparent as you listen to this episode about the man himself. We were lucky (no, blessed), to have prestigious professor of film and author of the upcoming book "The Franciscan: The Beast Of The Hollywood System" Manx (yes, that's his whole name) with us...
Episode 31: Kathryn Bigelow
March 25, 2012 03:28 - 2 hours - 134 MBOur mouths get big and macho as we discuss the great action thriller Oscar-winning director Kathryn Bigelow. Mike Flynn of CHUD.com returns for some further insights about her, as we focus on the beloved cult surfer bank robber classic, POINT BREAK, as well as her anticipated follow-up which turned out to be a box office failure STRANGE DAYS. In addition, Ryan reviews 21 JUMP STREET, Jim elaborates on the powerfully understated HEAVY, and Patrick decides to talk once again about favorite s...
Episode 30: Michel Gondry
March 05, 2012 01:21 - 2 hours - 148 MBMovie podcaster and blogger Ryan McNeil of The Matinee Cast joins us for an enlightening conversation on the incredibly creative Michel Gondry. We focus on his beloved 2nd breakthrough success, ETERNAL SUNSHINE OF THE SPOTLESS MIND, as well as his anticipated follow-up but widely misunderstood THE SCIENCE OF SLEEP. In addition, Ryan reviews PICKPOCKET, Jim requests to see more films like RACE WITH THE DEVIL, and Patrick decides to talk about his love of the music video art form, since Gond...
Episode 29: Gus Van Sant
February 14, 2012 22:04 - 2 hours - 122 MBMusician and cinema studies student Jordaan Mason joins us for a rather intoxicating discussion on the versatile Gus Van Sant. We focus on his 2nd indie breakthrough success, DRUGSTORE COWBOY, as well as the first entry in his self-described death trilogy, GERRY. In addition, Jordaan reviews LOVERS ON THE BRIDGE, Jim brings the hate for TIM & ERIC'S BILLION DOLLAR MOVIE, and Patrick discovers that he is not really a fan of the original DRACULA with Bela Lugosi. In a couple weeks, we will ...
Episode 28: Tyler Perry
January 24, 2012 04:24 - 2 hours - 142 MBUGO and BadAssDigest writer Evan Saathoff joins us for a fascinating discussion on the controversial, yet highly successful filmmaker Tyler Perry. We focus on his most recent film, MADEA'S BIG HAPPY FAMILY, as well as his dramatic departure, FOR COLORED GIRLS, which was the adaptation of an incredibly significant series of poems. Most importantly, we elaborate in great detail, our bewilderment while watching WHY DID I GET MARRIED and its sequel. In addition, Evan reviews HAYWIRE, Jim trav...
Bonus Episode: Our Favorite Films
January 12, 2012 17:09 - 2 hours - 149 MBthe lost "favorite films" episode, formerly known as episode 15, has been found thanks to Andrew James! listen to this episode to get an idea of our individual taste, although this list tends to change over time.
Episode 27: Favorite Films of 2011
January 09, 2012 06:21 - 3 hours - 194 MBThe title says it all! We reveal our Top Ten Lists, run through subcategories as well as elaborate on some honorable mentions. 3 and a half hours of us talking about the year in review by ourselves. We do however read other lists and emails from listeners as well as play voicemails featuring past guests! Stay tuned for a blog post on the website with our individual lists posted up real soon. Thank you all for a year of support, emails and listenership! This is our one-year anniversary...
Bonus Episode - Breaking Bad
December 26, 2011 18:47 - 1 hour - 86.1 MBTwitchFilm writer and Cinecast co-host Kurt Halfyard hangs out with us for this bonus episode to discuss the critically acclaimed AMC show Breaking Bad. SPOILERS! We give away major plot points throughout this episode. We first talk about the series as a whole, including our first impressions, but the majority of the conversation is spent on our feelings about the Season 4 Finale. There are definitely criticisms about the plausibility and logic behind Walt's actions that are brought up. ...
Episode 26: Hal Hartley
December 22, 2011 03:58 - 2 hours - 132 MBTwitchFilm writer and Cinecast co-host Kurt Halfyard returns to the show to discuss the very divisive 90s indie filmmaker Hal Hartley. We dissect his career as a whole, since most of his films are similar. The three of us focus at first on his early work with many claim to be Hartley's best film, TRUST, along with his award-winning epic, HENRY FOOL. In addition, Kurt reviews Fincher's THE GIRL WITH THE DRAGON TATTOO, Jim expresses some reservation about WE NEED TO TALK ABOUT KEVIN, while P...
Episode 25: Steven Soderbergh
November 29, 2011 11:47 - 2 hours - 150 MBRowThree.com writer and Cinecast co-host Andrew James returns to the show to discuss the very prolific Steven Soderbergh. We parse two of his most acclaimed films for this first look into what makes Soderbergh more than just a "dabbler" whose filmography happens to be all over the map, mostly for better than for worse. The three of us discuss his Palme D'Or Winning debut, SEX LIES & VIDEOTAPE as well as his 2nd film in the year 2000, TRAFFIC, which lead to Soderbergh's first Academy Award ...
Episode 24: Dario Argento
November 13, 2011 03:15 - 2 hours - 133 MBDVDActive.com writer Gabe Powers joins us to discuss Italian filmmaker Dario Argento. We slice and dice into an in-depth discussion on the acclaimed cult classic SUSPIRIA as well as the his debut Giallo film THE BIRD WITH THE CRYSTAL PLUMAGE. In addition, Gabe reviews Spanish arthouse horror film, IN A GLASS CAGE, Jim talks about the sci-fi horror cyberpunk insanity of HARDWARE, and Patrick recently rewatched and reevaluated HOSTEL 2. We elaborate a bit more on a couple other Argento fil...
Episode 23: John Carpenter
October 28, 2011 03:12 - 2 hours - 143 MBBadAssDigest.com contributor Phil Nobile Jr joins us to discuss the great John Carpenter. Phil has also written and directed a Biography Channel Special, HALLOWEEN: THE INSIDE STORY, in which he interviewed all who was involved with the 1978 slasher classic! We dive into an in-depth discussion on the renowned HALLOWEEN as well as his post-apocalyptic success, ESCAPE FROM NEW YORK. In addition, Phil reviews the latest Criterion release of ISLAND OF LOST SOULS, Jim talks about one of his fa...
Episode 23: John Carpenter (feat. Phil Nobile Jr.)
October 28, 2011 03:12 - 2 hours - 143 MBBadAssDigest.com contributor Phil Nobile Jr joins us to discuss the great John Carpenter. Phil has also written and directed a Biography Channel Special, HALLOWEEN: THE INSIDE STORY, in which he interviewed all who was involved with the 1978 slasher classic! We dive into an in-depth discussion on the renowned HALLOWEEN as well as his post-apocalyptic success, ESCAPE FROM NEW YORK. In addition, Phil reviews the latest Criterion release of ISLAND OF LOST SOULS, Jim talks about one of his fa...
Episode 22: Errol Morris
October 09, 2011 14:52 - 2 hours - 151 MBFilm Junk.com co-host and filmmaker Jay Cheel joins us for an in-depth discussion on the rather remarkable and innovative documentarian Errol Morris. We first interview Jay about his excellent feature-length documentary debut, BEAUTY DAY. In addition, we forgo the What We Watched segment to discuss the documentary genre as a whole and rundown a list of favorites. The main focus of the show is dedicated to Errol Morris' low-key debut GATES OF HEAVEN as well as his more stylish take on ecce...
Episode 22: Errol Morris (feat. Jay Cheel)
October 09, 2011 14:52 - 2 hours - 151 MBFilm Junk.com co-host and filmmaker Jay Cheel joins us for an in-depth discussion on the rather remarkable and innovative documentarian Errol Morris. We first interview Jay about his excellent feature-length documentary debut, BEAUTY DAY. In addition, we forgo the What We Watched segment to discuss the documentary genre as a whole and rundown a list of favorites. The main focus of the show is dedicated to Errol Morris' low-key debut GATES OF HEAVEN as well as his more stylish take on ecce...
Episode 21: The Wachowskis
September 28, 2011 21:22 - 2 hours - 125 MBCHUD.com's contributing editor Renn Brown joins us to discuss the innovative filmmaking team, The Wachowski's formerly known as The Wachowski Brothers. We talk about their breakthrough science fiction action classic from 1999, THE MATRIX, as well as their box office bomb, SPEED RACER. We dissect their work at length as always, and each of us choose another film from their resume to discuss as well. During the what we watched segment, Renn reviews MONEYBALL, Jim reviews CONTAGION, and Patri...
Episode 20: David Mamet
September 11, 2011 23:11 - 2 hours - 125 MBReturning guest Brendan M Leonard joins us to discuss the great writer/director David Mamet. We talk about his debut con-man classic, HOUSE OF GAMES, as well as his political thriller SPARTAN from 2004. We dissect his work at length, and each of us choose one other film from his filmography to talk about further. During the what we watched segment, Brendan talks GAME OF THRONES, Jim reviews RED STATE, and Patrick brings up a discussion of 9/11 and how it's shaped popular culture including ...
Episode 19: Christopher Nolan
September 04, 2011 16:19 - 2 hours - 149 MBOur guest film critic, Erik Childress of Efilmcritic.com is a huge fan of Christopher Nolan. He put one of Nolan’s films on his list of the best films of the decade and we were more than curious to hear an interesting perspective on a such an innovative director. We mainly look at Nolan's most acclaimed film, MEMENTO, then discuss a film that seemed to be less acclaimed at the time, THE PRESTIGE. We dissect both at length, and each choose one other film from his filmography to talk about f...
Episode 18: Brian De Palma
August 20, 2011 01:31 - 2 hours - 130 MBReminder: This came out in 2011. For the first time ever, we welcome two guests for a point/counter-point discussion on a very divisive filmmaker. This whole new format quite possibly turned out to be our best show yet with lots of hilarity and violent screams of fury! Some love Brian De Palma as a remarkable visual artist and cite him as a member of the New Hollywood group of filmmakers, while others despise him for being derivative and lazy with the storytelling process. We wanted to exp...
Episode 18: Brian DePalma
August 20, 2011 01:31 - 2 hours - 130 MBFor the first time ever, we welcome two guests for a point/counter-point discussion on a very divisive filmmaker. This whole new format quite possibly turned out to be our best show yet with lots of hilarity and violent screams of fury! Some love Brian De Palma as a remarkable visual artist and cite him as a member of the New Hollywood group of filmmakers, while others despise him for being derivative and lazy with the storytelling process. We wanted to explore both sides. Our guests, Pe...
Episode 17: Michael Winterbottom
August 03, 2011 01:34 - 3 hours - 188 MBGuest Kurt Halfyard from RowThree.com and Twitchfilm.com joins us to discuss prolific British filmmaker Michael Winterbottom. We all agree on Winterbottom's triumphantly energetic 24 Hour Party People but all three of us have different opinions on Code 46. We also have a very lengthy deconstruction of the majority of his filmography (although he's almost too prolific to where it's hard to see everything or keep up). There are a couple of brief in-house items and we elaborate on a couple o...
Episode 16: Tim Burton
July 21, 2011 18:28 - 2 hours - 140 MBThis week, we crank up the Elfman score as we take a trip down the rabbit hole with visual storyteller Tim Burton. Our guest this week is musician/filmmaker/editor Steven Ray Morris, and we all have a blast universally praising Ed Wood. In contrast, we each have very few positive things to say about the majority of his later work, particularly Sleepy Hollow. We announce our first listener contest, read a couple of emails, talk about what we've watched this week, and discuss all of Burton'...
Episode 16: Tim Burton (feat. Steven Ray Morris)
July 21, 2011 18:28 - 2 hours - 140 MBThis week, we crank up the Elfman score as we take a trip down the rabbit hole with visual storyteller Tim Burton. Our guest this week is musician/filmmaker/editor Steven Ray Morris, and we all have a blast universally praising Ed Wood. In contrast, we each have very few positive things to say about the majority of his later work, particularly Sleepy Hollow. We announce our first listener contest, read a couple of emails, talk about what we've watched this week, and discuss all of Burton'...
Episode 14: David Cronenberg
July 05, 2011 03:53 - 2 hours - 130 MBThis week, we get hardwired into the work of the controversial Canadian filmmaker David Cronenberg. Our special guest Meghan Lamb is a friend to the show, as well as a very talented author/musician/artist. We cover the diverse, ever-evolving filmography of Cronenberg, focusing on his earlier success from the late 80s Dead Ringers, as well as the critically acclaimed A History of Violence. But there's plenty to say about nearly all of his rather cerebral, psychologically stimulating films. ...
Episode 13: Peter Weir
June 20, 2011 16:23 - 2 hours - 136 MBThis week, we immerse ourselves into the world and vision of Australian filmmaker Peter Weir. Our special guest is the talented pop culture writer and CHUD contributor, Brendan M Leonard. We have an intellectually stimulating discussion covering the entire filmography of Peter Weir, focusing on the foreboding with THE LAST WAVE and the life-affirming, with FEARLESS, a movie that has very personal meaning for Jim. As always we read a couple of emails and talk about what we watched this week,...
Episode 12: Walter Hill
June 05, 2011 22:40 - 2 hours - 116 MBWe dive deep into the work of action director Walter Hill, alongside guest and CHUD.com contributor, Mike Flynn. While expressing having oodles of praise for the majority of his filmography, we focus on what we all feel are two of his best films, THE WARRIORS and STREETS OF FIRE. As always, we also read some listener emails and talk about what else we’ve watched this week. In two weeks, we will be covering the work of the great Australian filmmaker Peter Weir (Truman Show, Witness, Fearl...
Episode 11: Woody Allen
May 22, 2011 19:54 - 2 hours - 155 MBFor another epic-length episode, we deconstructed the work of the ever-so prolific Woody Allen with fan and friend to the show - Tony Valdivieso. Woody Allen just happens to be Patrick’s favorite director as well so we ecstaticly discuss two of his absolute best films, MANHATTAN and THE PURPLE ROSE OF CAIRO. As always, we read some listener emails and talk about what else we've watched this week. Send us your suggestions as well as any comments about Woody or any director, and especially ...
Episode 10: Sam Raimi
May 10, 2011 23:20 - 1 hour - 110 MBNo guest this week, but in honor of Jim's birthday, we cover his all-time favorite director, horror film-pioneer Sam Raimi. In addition to talking about the movies we watched this week and reading a suggestion from a listener, we swallow and digest a good majority of Raimi's filmography, including a couple of his lesser-successes over the years. We focus on EVIL DEAD 2 and share a mutual affinity for THE QUICK AND THE DEAD. As always, send all feedback and your thoughts on Sam Raimi or an...
Episode 9: David Gordon Green
April 25, 2011 20:32 - 2 hours - 124 MBWe welcome independent filmmaker Collin Souter of Efilmcritic.com (who also makes a regular appearance on Nick Digilio's radio show on WGN). Our director for this episode is the young, incredibly esoteric David Gordon Green. In addition to talking about the movies we watched this week and reading a suggestion from a listener, we explore the most acclaimed of DGG’s filmography, which also happens to be his earliest work. We focus on GEORGE WASHINGTON and have a heated debate with ALL THE R...
Episode 8: Pedro Almodovar
April 10, 2011 19:34 - 2 hours - 146 MBThis week we welcome Andrew James of Rowthree.com (who also hosts one of our favorite podcasts, the Cinecast Podcast). We embark on an epic-length discussion the visionary Spanish auteur Pedro Almodovar. Then we launch into the most-beloved and acclaimed of his filmography, focusing on ALL ABOUT MY MOTHER & TALK TO HER.
Episode 7: John McTiernan
March 04, 2011 18:52 - 1 hour - 106 MBWe welcome our first guest through IM audio chat! Rene F. Rangel of CHUD.com joins us as we talk about the movies we watched this week. Then we launch into the work of action master John McTiernan focusing on the two most beloved classics of the genre, PREDATOR and DIE HARD. You can email us your thoughts on McTiernan or this episode anytime to [email protected]
Episode 6: Joseph Losey
February 22, 2011 20:25 - 1 hour - 99 MBThis is a first for us, as we both tackle a director we knew nothing about. Kurt Halfyard, of Row Three/Cinecast, recommended that we check out a filmmaker named Joseph Losey. And boy, are we ecstatic about the new discovery! We have plenty to say about Losey's work, mainly focusing on THE PROWLER & THE SERVANT. Overall, we couldn't be more pleased with the discussion we had.
Episode 5: Todd Haynes
February 10, 2011 10:26 - 1 hour - 102 MBWe welcome another guest this week. Musician and friend Russ Woods joins us as we talk about the movies we watched this week. Then we discuss the work of provocateur auteur Todd Haynes, mainly focusing on his films SAFE and FAR FROM HEAVEN. Keep an ear out for a new special feature at the hour mark of this episode
Episode 4: John Landis
January 25, 2011 11:59 - 1 hour - 93.7 MBWe welcome our first special guest this week! Friend to the show, Carly Petrusky, joins us as we talk about we've watched this week. Then we discuss the work of John Landis, mainly focusing on AN AMERICAN WEREWOLF IN LONDON & INNOCENT BLOOD.