EPISODE · Dec 4, 2025 · 1H 2M
The X-Files S1E1 "Pilot" (1993) with director Robert Mandel
from Hey, That's Me! - A Commentary Podcast · host Robert mandel, Patrick cotnoir, Brian lynch
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Brian and Patrick watch The X-Files S1E1 "Pilot" with director Robert Mandel. Robert Mandel is a film and television director and producer from Oakland, California. He is best known for directing School Ties, which includes early film roles in the careers of Brendan Fraser, Matt Damon, Ben Affleck, Cole Hauser and Chris O'Donnell. Mandel went on to become a successful film director, as well as a television series director, having directed Lost, Nash Bridges and The Practice. Notably, he directed the pilot episode for The X-Files and the sixth episode of Prison Break. Mandel was initially hired to direct Carrie 2: Say You're Sorry but quickly left the production over "creative differences." Katt Shea took over as director for the film, which was eventually released as The Rage: Carrie 2. In addition to his work in film and television, Mandel served as the dean of AFI Conservatory for nine years, from 2005 to 2014.
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