Ep 97: HEAT

She’s got a great PODCAST! Welcome to this week’s episode on Michael Mann’s  electric HEAT. Stephan leads a discussion through the history and film production for the ultimate film in cops and robbers. Neil McCauley is far more than JUST a character, he was a real thief! Listen to find out what it takes to film a world-class bank robbery, how to ask your cop buddies to ride around with them, and how REAL criminals worked with the director to make this film reality. Want to support our show? Check out our Patreon at patreon.com/thetakesittookMake sure to follow us on social media! You can find us on Twitter and Instagram @thetakesittook.Got a question, comment, correction, or suggestion? Send us an email at [email protected] to articles/sources for today’s episode:The Making of Featurette: Watch hereThe REAL Neil McCauley: Read here The REAL Neil McCauley Part 2: Read hereEditing Heat: Read hereAn Oral History of Heat: Read here Heat at 25: Read here Interview with Dante Spinotti: Read here Filming Locations: Read hereThief Background: Read here