"Nickel Boys" [re-release]

Episode Summary[Re-release: originally published February 7th, 2025 as episode 48]In this episode, Steve and Vince explore the 2024 film, “Nickel Boys”. Using Nickel Boys as their foundation, they explore topics such as the challenges of adaptations versus original screenplays, the artistic choices that filmmakers make to convey deeper truths, and the courage required to break conventional filmmaking norms. As a reminder, if you're enjoying this podcast, feel free to follow us on Apple Podcasts and Instagram @filmmakerandfanspodcast.Series OverviewThe Filmmaker and Fan’s Podcast is a podcast for film lovers and creatives, where film school meets fandom. Episodes are designed around core conversations with Steven Bernstein, award-winning filmmaker (Monster, Kicking and Screaming, Waterboy, The Wood), and Vince Grimes, executive producer and former head of creative media at Google...and mega film fan.Episodes include deep-dive conversations between Steve and Vince into the heart of cinema and creativity, special guest interviews with creatives from every level of the independent and studio filmmaking world, and live workshops with independent and aspiring filmmakers.  New episodes are published every Friday. www.filmmakerandfans.comIG: @filmmakerandfanspodcastAre you a filmmaker? Get your copy of The Filmmaker's Book of Ten!