Summary In this special episodes the boys talk with writer, director and star of "The Bastard Sons", Kevin Interdonato. Kevin discusses his career trajectory as an actor turned producer. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the business side of the film industry and the need for actors and filmmakers to be proactive and knowledgeable. Kevin shares his experience of making the film 'The Bastard Sons' and the challenges and rewards of being involved in all aspects of the production. He also reflects on the concept of 'making it' in the film industry and the constant drive for creative fulfillment. The conversation highlights the importance of finding trustworthy collaborators and the joy of acting. In this conversation, Kevin discusses his experience as an actor and filmmaker. He emphasizes the importance of giving everything as an actor and leaving a piece of oneself in each performance. Kevin also shares his motivation for making films, which is to create a platform for other actors to showcase their talent. He highlights the significance of telling a good story and ensuring that everyone involved in the production is treated fairly. Kevin concludes by mentioning where people can follow him on social media and expressing gratitude to the distributors of his film. Takeaways
Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 02:17 Career Trajectory 06:28 The Business of Filmmaking 12:06 What Does 'Making It' Mean? 19:53 Finding Trustworthy People in the Industry 22:23 Defining Success in the Film Industry 28:04 The Making of 'Bastard Sons' 32:45 Release and Reception of 'The Bastard Sons' 35:12 Lessons Learned from 'The Bastard Sons' 37:36 Favorite Recent Movie 40:09 The Joy of Acting 40:51 The Importance of Acting 43:07 Creating a Platform for Other Actors 44:02 Where to Follow Kevin Interdonato 44:24 Acknowledging Distributors and Looking to the Future
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Summary In this episode, Jeff and Brandon discuss various topics including the future of Star Wars, the streaming wars and the dominance of Netflix, Tom Cruise's move to Warner Bros, the release schedule of Warner Bros films, the cancellation of Our Flag Means Death, and a recap of the Golden Globes. The conversation covers various topics, including the Golden Globes, Oppenheimer's success, Christopher Nolan's directing, recent movie watches, Marvel's TV shows, the 'Purge' movies, Disney's release schedule, 'Bob's Burgers,' 'Picard,' and 'The Curse.' In this part of the conversation, the hosts review two movies: Night Swim and The Book of Clarence. Night Swim is described as a dumb movie that starts stupid and gets stupider as it goes along. The hosts criticize the lack of effective jokes and the overall plot. The Book of Clarence, on the other hand, is a mystery movie that the hosts had no expectations for. They discuss the slow start and the lack of humor in the film. The hosts also mention the talented cast and the director's attempt to create a biblical epic. In this episode, the hosts review two movies: 'The Beekeeper' and 'Mean Girls 2024'. They discuss the release strategy for movies and the scheduling of multiple releases in the same weekend. They share their thoughts on 'The Beekeeper', criticizing its lack of character development and excessive profanity. They also discuss Jason Statham's career choices and the entertainment value of the action scenes in the movie. Moving on to 'Mean Girls 2024', they talk about the self-referential elements and improved storytelling compared to the original. They highlight the performances of the cast and the relevance of the 'Mean Girls' franchise. Takeaways
Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Star Wars 02:02 Netflix and Streaming Wars 05:02 Tom Cruise and Warner Bros 08:10 Warner Bros Release Schedule 13:15 A24 and Neon 25:17 Mickey 17 and Godzilla vs. Kong 30:48 Our Flag Means Death 35:19 The Hulk and Ang Lee 39:32 Golden Globes Recap 40:41 Discussion on the Golden Globes and Joe Ko 42:37 Recognition of Oppenheimer's Success 44:28 Appreciation for Christopher Nolan's Directing 46:04 Praise for 'Poor Things' and Other Recent Watches 51:02 Debate on Scorsese vs. Spielberg 53:00 Discussion on 'Echo' and Marvel's TV Shows 58:13 Review of the 'Purge' Movies 01:04:04 Opinions on 'Echo' and Disney's Release Schedule 01:13:44 Thoughts on 'Bob's Burgers' and 'Picard' 01:21:22 Review of 'The Curse' 01:22:20 Review of 'Night Swim' 01:46:19 Review of 'The Book of Clarence' 02:00:53 Review of 'The Beekeeper' 02:09:39 Review of 'Mean Girls 2024'
In this special episode of the Film Blurreds, Brandon Norwood and Jeff Stewart discuss seven upcoming films in 2024 featuring young Black actors and filmmakers. The films cover a range of genres, from drama to fantasy comedy. The hosts express their excitement for each film and discuss the talent involved. They also touch on the importance of supporting Black independent films and the challenges faced by Black creatives in the industry. Takeaways
Chapters 00:00 Introduction 00:51 We Grown Now 04:02 Dune Part 2 04:19 Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes 10:01 Ricky Stanicky 14:07 The American Society of Magical Negroes 19:25 A Quiet Place Day One 22:21 Deadpool 3 25:33 Conclusion
In our first episode of 2024 we discuss our favorite films from 2023. *We are trying something new with the show rundown below, so if you don't like it blame your robot overlords and their artificial intelligence.* Summary In this episode, Brandon and Jeff discuss their favorite films of 2023. They also talk about streaming services and the state of the film industry. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including TV shows, movie theater snacks, and the impact of COVID-19 on the entertainment industry. The hosts share their opinions on various films, including 'Barbie,' 'Oppenheimer,' 'Godzilla Minus One,' 'Guardians Vol. 3,' 'All of Us Strangers,' 'The Killer,' 'Leave the World Behind,' 'Bottoms,' 'They Clone Tyrone,' and 'The Creator.' Overall, they emphasize the importance of personal preferences and the enjoyment of movies as a form of entertainment. In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss various movies and provide their honorable mentions. They cover films such as 'Better Oblivion,' 'Operation Fortune,' 'Dungeons and Dragons,' 'No One Will Save You,' and more. The conversation also touches on the themes and styles of these films, as well as the directors and actors involved. The hosts express their opinions and highlight the strengths and weaknesses of each movie. In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss various movies and their impressions of them. They cover films like Barbie, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Dungeons and Dragons, May, December, The Holdovers, How to Blow Up a Pipeline, The Iron Claw, Poor Things, Guardians of the Galaxy Volume 3, and Oppenheimer. In this conversation, the hosts discuss the impact of the movie Tenet and its significance in IMAX. They also reflect on the monumental nature of the film and its potential for winning awards. The conversation then delves into the historical context of the movie and the fascinating stories of real people involved. They discuss the impact of the movie on their understanding of history. The hosts also look ahead to the movie releases in 2024 and express their concerns about the lack of exciting options. They conclude by criticizing the poor release strategy for the movie Nosferatu. Takeaways The hosts discuss their favorite films of 2023, including 'Barbie,' 'Oppenheimer,' 'Godzilla Minus One,' 'Guardians Vol. 3,' 'All of Us Strangers,' 'The Killer,' 'Leave the World Behind,' 'Bottoms,' 'They Clone Tyrone,' and 'The Creator.' They share their opinions on streaming services and the state of the film industry, including the impact of COVID-19 on movie releases. The hosts emphasize the importance of personal preferences and the enjoyment of movies as a form of entertainment. They discuss the challenges and decisions involved in choosing which streaming services to subscribe to and the increasing cost of multiple subscriptions. The hosts have diverse opinions on movies, but they appreciate each other's perspectives. The films discussed cover a range of genres, including sci-fi, action, romantic comedy, and psychological thriller. The hosts emphasize the importance of timing and marketing in the success of a movie. They discuss the significance of representation and storytelling from different perspectives. Greta Gerwig's films are consistently impressive and showcase her clear and strong voice as a filmmaker. The animation style of Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse is unique and groundbreaking, setting a new standard for animated films. The film Past Lives is a powerful exploration of life and its complexities, leaving viewers with a sense of uncertainty and reflection. The Iron Claw is a standout film with a remarkable performance by Zac Efron, showcasing his range as an actor. Poor Things is a weird and gory film that offers a unique and hilarious story, making it a must-watch. Godzilla Minus One is an intense and immersive film that pushes the boundaries of the genre. Oppenheimer is a technical masterpiece that combines stunning visuals with a thought-provoking story, solidifying Christopher Nolan's status as a visionary filmmaker. Tenet had a significant impact and is best experienced in IMAX. The movie is monumental and has the potential to win awards. The historical context and real stories in the movie are fascinating. The hosts are concerned about the lack of exciting movie releases in 2024. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and New Year's Greetings 00:40 Discussion on Jim Caviezel and Scams 01:00 Opinions on Political Figures 02:17 Food and Movie Theater Snacks 03:32 Introductions and Nicknames 04:12 Introduction of Jeff Stewart 05:14 Discussion on Not Caring About Others' Opinions 06:17 Discussion on Best Films of 2023 07:25 Discussion on TV Shows 08:01 Discussion on Streaming Services 09:17 Discussion on 2024 Film Releases 10:33 Discussion on '13 Hours' 11:22 Discussion on TV Shows and Streaming Services 14:16 Discussion on TV Shows and Streaming Services 15:01 Discussion on Streaming Services 16:12 Discussion on Streaming Services 17:26 Discussion on Film Industry Recovery 18:50 Discussion on Best Films of 2023 19:33 Discussion on 'Barbie' 20:59 Discussion on 'Oppenheimer' 22:33 Discussion on 'Killers of the Flower Moon' 23:24 Discussion on 'Godzilla Minus One' 24:48 Discussion on 'Across the Spider-Verse' 25:27 Discussion on 'Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem' 26:32 Discussion on 'Guardians Vol. 3' 27:46 Discussion on 'All of Us Strangers' 28:39 Discussion on 'The Killer' 29:34 Discussion on 'Leave the World Behind' 30:37 Discussion on 'Bottoms' 31:45 Discussion on 'They Clone Tyrone' 32:46 Discussion on 'The Creator' 39:04 Better Oblivion 42:15 Operation Fortune 45:14 Dungeons and Dragons 47:52 No One Will Save You 49:44 Honorable Mentions 01:02:28 The Zone of Interest 01:03:05 American Fiction 01:03:36 The Boy and the Heron 01:04:07 Anatomy of a Fall 01:04:33 Saltburn 01:12:05 All of Us Strangers 01:12:56 Origin 01:14:26 Barbie and Greta Gerwig 01:15:05 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem 01:16:31 Dungeons and Dragons: Honor Among Thieves 01:18:13 May, December 01:20:02 The Holdovers 01:20:43 How to Blow Up a Pipeline 01:22:34 The Iron Claw 01:24:38 Poor Things 01:27:24 Guardians of the Galaxy Volume 3 01:29:38 Oppenheimer 01:52:28 The Impact of Tenet and IMAX 01:53:43 The Monumental Nature of the Movie 01:54:08 Christopher Nolan's Overdue Recognition 01:54:31 The Historical Context of the Movie 01:55:37 Fascinating Stories of Real People 01:57:19 Reflections on History 01:57:44 Looking Ahead to 2024 01:59:24 Slim Pickings in 2024 02:00:00 The Challenge of Releasing Movies at Christmas 02:01:15 The Poor Release Strategy for Nosferatu 02:01:57 Closing Thoughts
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A concise deep-dive look at movies (and some pop culture) by 2 of the Blerdiest guys around, your hosts, Brandon Norwood and Jeff Stewart! Archives
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