Nat Segaloff Interview

Scarface Secrets Revealed! Brian De Palma & A Century of Gangster Cinema with Nat Segaloff“I’m gonna write my name all over this town with big letters!”  Welcome to another electrifying episode of the Goat: A Brian De Palma Fan Podcast! Join host Craig and special guest, author Nat Segaloff, as they dive deep into the wild world of Scarface and De Palma’s cinematic genius. From the 1932 Howard Hawks classic to the 1983 Al Pacino epic, we’re unpacking the history, controversy, and brilliance behind this iconic gangster saga. In this episode, we sit down with Nat Segaloff, author of Say Hello to My Little Friend: A Century of Scarface, to explore the legacy of Scarface in cinema. From Nat’s early days working with Brian De Palma on Sisters to the gritty details of both Scarface films, we cover the real-life parallels, censorship battles, and De Palma’s fearless filmmaking style. Plus, we get a sneak peek into Nat’s upcoming book on Rambo and his personal ties to The Exorcist. Get ready for a fun, insightful ride through film history with a touch of humor (and a barking Italian Greyhound named Louie)!