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Director Yuriko Gamo Romer and baseball legend Masanori “Mashi” Murakami, the first Japanese player in Major League Baseball, join Austin Belzer to discuss Diamond Diplomacy, a documentary exploring how baseball became a bridge between Japan and the United States.Together, they talk about the sport’s cultural impact, the challenges of documenting over 150 years of history, and how Mashi’s legacy continues to inspire players around the world.Subscribe to The Austin B Media Podcast for more filmmaker conversations.Learn more and find screenings at diamonddiplomacy.com.Read the full transcript here.Support Austin B MediaIf you enjoyed this podcast, consider joining my Patreon.Members get:Early access to reviews and podcasts ($10 members get unedited episodes)Exclusive monthly Film Club, where we watch a movie and discuss it together on ZoomCommunity polls to help choose what I cover nextBehind-the-scenes research notes⁠⁠⁠⁠Join here and help shape the future of Austin B Media!Chapters00:00 - Introduction and Welcome00:26 – Hot Springs and Babe Ruth’s longest home run02:05 – What inspired Yuriko to make Diamond Diplomacy03:33 – Mashi’s minor-league days and first impressions of America06:10 – From Fresno to the Giants: Moving to the majors08:40 – Balancing archival footage and modern storytelling11:00 – Working without AI and preserving history13:00 – Friendship and collaboration through the film15:00 – Legacy and baseball as diplomacy19:30 – Closing remarks and festival screeningsWhere to Follow Me⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠Until next time!

In this episode, I talk with producer Sarah Schoellkopf about Norita, a moving documentary about Argentine human rights icon Nora “Norita” Cortiñas, one of the founders of the Mothers of Plaza de Mayo.Sarah shares how her decades-long friendship with Norita inspired the project, how animation gave visual form to memory, and why the film serves as a manual for activism today.Learn more at noritafilm.comRead the full transcript here.Support Austin B MediaIf you enjoyed this podcast, consider joining my Patreon.Members get:Early access to reviews and podcasts ($10 members get unedited episodes)Exclusive monthly Film Club, where we watch a movie and discuss it together on ZoomCommunity polls to help choose what I cover nextBehind-the-scenes research notes⁠⁠⁠Join here and help shape the future of Austin B Media!Chapters:00:00 – Introduction00:53 – Meeting Nora Cortiñas05:27 – Documentary Teaching06:10 – Using Animation to Tell History11:11 – Speaking About Trauma in One’s Own Language12:43 – Balancing the Personal and Political17:08 – Norita as a Manual for Activism29:30 – Collaboration Across Continents33:00 – Where to Watch Norita33:30 – Closing RemarksWhere to Follow MeBluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTubeUntil next time!

Six-time guest Alise Chaffins returns to talk about Season 4 of FX’s The Bear, and there’s a lot to dig into.In our nearly two-hour conversation, we discussed Carmy’s “apology tour,” Sydney’s challenges, Richie’s growth, Emmy category fraud, and our hopes for Season 5. The first hour is spoiler-free, so if you haven't finished the season yet, you can stream this episode safely before jumping into the full breakdown.What’s The Bear Season 4 About?Following the fallout from the scathing review at the end of Season 3, Season 4 of The Bear serves as an "apology tour" for Carmy as he attempts to make amends and rediscover his passion. The season focuses on the improved, honest communication between Carmy, Sydney, and Richie, explores the heavy toll of burnout, and questions what success means for the crew and the restaurant.Support Austin B MediaIf you enjoyed this podcast, consider joining my Patreon.Members get:Early access to reviews and podcasts ($10 members get unedited episodes)Exclusive monthly Film Club, where we watch a movie and discuss it together on ZoomCommunity polls to help choose what I cover nextBehind-the-scenes research notes⁠⁠Join here and help shape the future of Austin B Media!Chapters00:00- Intro Screen00:08 - Guest Introduction02:08 - Alise's recommendation: Andor & Peacemaker03:24 - My recommendation: Novocaine05:10 - Upcoming Discussion on Gen V Season 206:14 - Initial Discussion & What Drew Us to The Bear09:27 - Evolution of the Seasons & Viewing Seasons 3 & 4 as a Single Story13:35 - Character Regression in Season 3 & Hopes for Season 418:10 - Evolving Character Dynamics in Season 423:28 - Season 4's Story and Carmy's "Apology Tour"27:47 - Standout Performances of the Season35:42 - A More Subdued Direction & Cinematography41:52 - Is The Bear a Comedy? The Category Fraud Debate48:30 - Our Final Ratings for Season 451:24 - Looking Ahead to Season 553:13 - Spoiler Warning53:52 - The Season 4 Finale01:06:51 - Carmy's Storyline, Burnout, and Self-Reflection01:12:24 - Carmy and Sydney's Dynamic as Friends & Colleagues01:20:22 - Donna's Storyline and the "Tonnato" Episode01:27:31 - Richie's Journey and Character Growth01:35:21 - The Most Emotionally Impactful Moments of the Season01:39:50 - Character Resolutions & Frustrations01:46:19 - The Clock and Cicero's Decision01:47:58 - Our Final Season Rankings01:48:40 - Where to Find Alise & Outro01:50:24 - Patreon Plug01:50:36 - End ScreenWhere to Watch The BearAll four seasons of The Bear are now streaming exclusively on Hulu.Where to Find Our RecommendationsAlise's recommendations:All seasons of Andor are available to stream on Disney+.Season one of Peacemaker is now streaming on HBO Max, with a second season set to premiere on August 21st.My recommendation:Novocaine is streaming on Paramount+.Where to Follow Alise⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MacGuffin or Meaning⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTubeBluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTubeUntil next time!

In the latest episode of The Austin B Media Podcast, I was thrilled to be joined by Gal Balaban, the founder and extraordinary critic behind the blog FilmToppings, for a comprehensive breakdown of Apple TV's hit series, The Studio.This show has generated a lot of buzz for being a scathing new satire of modern Hollywood, and Gal and I left no stone unturned. We dove into its sharp critique with a clear love for filmmaking, the standout performances, the chaotic CinemaCon finale, and how the show compares to other great Hollywood satires, such as Barry and The Player.What's The Show About?The Studio tells the story of Matt Remick (Seth Rogen), a passionate filmmaker who takes over a struggling legacy movie studio. He must navigate the treacherous waters of modern Hollywood, balancing his artistic ambitions with the commercial demands of IP-driven blockbusters, all while dealing with eccentric actors, egomaniacal directors, and the constant threat of being bought out by a tech giant.Support the Podcast:Enjoyed the episode? ⁠Support the show on Patreon⁠ to get episodes 48 hours early, plus access to uncut recordings, our monthly film club, and more! Chapters​00:08 – Introduction00:37 – Guest Introduction: Gal Balaban01:48 – Gal's Recommendation: Under the Bridge04:41 – Austin's Recommendation: Presence07:29 – Expectations for The Studio09:59 – First Impressions13:08 – Balancing Satire & Love for Filmmaking16:11 – Standout Performers20:33 – Final Ratings (Non-Spoiler)26:24 – SPOILER WARNING27:14 – The Pilot and Scorsese's Passion Project32:41 – Matt & Patty's Dynamic37:34 – Art vs. Commerce: The Kool-Aid Movie47:35 – Grounding the Satire: The Oncologist Debate53:57 – Favorite Celebrity Cameos59:03 – The Ron Howard "Note" Episode01:03:04 – Quinn's War with Sal01:06:12 – The Chaotic CinemaCon Finale01:12:54 – How The Studio Compares to Other Satires01:17:21 – Final Thoughts & OutroWhere to Watch The StudioYou can watch The Studio on Apple TV+ right now.Where to Watch Our RecommendationsGal's recommendation - Under the Bridge — Streaming on Hulu and Disney+.My recommendation - Presence — Streaming on Hulu.Where to Follow Me⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠TikTokThreads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTubeWhere to Follow Gal1st Reviews websiteFilmToppings website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TwitterUntil next time!

Is the new Lilo & Stitch remake a worthy successor to the 2002 classic? This week, I'm joined by Jack Martin of Film Feeder to break down Disney's latest live-action adaptation. We discuss everything from the film's "soulless" feeling to its questionable pacing and whether any of it works.A huge thank you to Jack for the fantastic conversation! You can find all of his work at filmfeeder.co.uk.Enjoyed the episode? Support the show on Patreon to get episodes 48 hours early, plus access to uncut recordings, our monthly film club, and more! What's The Movie About?Disney’s Lilo & Stitch (2025) is the live-action reimagining of the 2002 animated classic. The story follows the bond between a lonely Hawaiian girl named Lilo, who adopts a chaotic alien, Experiment 626, from a shelter, believing he's a dog. Through her love, faith, and unwavering belief in ‘ohana, Lilo helps unlock Stitch's heart, all while they try to evade intergalactic capture.Chapters​00:08 – Introduction​00:34 – Guest Introduction: Jack Martin​04:13 – The 10-Year History of Film Feeder​06:45 – Movie Recommendations: The Ballad of Wallis Island & Opus​21:37 – First Impressions & Lack of Heart​26:27 – Critique of the Film's Pacing and Editing​33:51 – Standout Performances​43:03 – The Underwhelming Alien Designs​47:03 – The Portrayal of Hawaii & The Lack of Elvis​54:02 – Was This Meant for Theaters or Streaming?​59:18 – The State of Disney's Remake Strategy​01:14:21 – Spoiler Warning​01:14:48 – Stitch's Character Arc​01:19:30 – Jumba as the Villain & Franchise Implications​01:25:30 – The Human Story: Lilo, Nani, and 'Ohana​01:28:02 – The Controversial Ending​01:35:05 – David and Cobra Bubbles' Roles​01:42:25 – Final Thoughts & The Future of Disney​01:52:50 – Outro​Where to Find Our RecommendationsJack's recommendation - The Ballad of Wallis Island is available to stream on Peacock in the US.My recommendation - Opus is available to rent and will likely stream on Max in the future.Where to Follow Austin B Media​⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠​⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠​⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠​⁠Letterboxd⁠​TikTok​Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠​YouTubeWhere to Follow Jack & Film Feeder​Facebook​Instagram​Ko-fi​Patreon​The Film Feeder Podcast​Twitter​TikTok​Threads​Website​YouTubeUntil next time!

On this episode of The Austin B Media Podcast, I’m joined by film critic and podcaster Ben Miller (Ice Cream for Freaks, The Film Experience, Cinema Scholars, DFW Film Critics Association, IFSCritics) to talk all things Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning.We dig into Ethan Hunt’s latest adventure, from the film’s wild action set pieces to its emotional moments and franchise callbacks. You’ll hear a hilarious story about a theater marquee mishap, some offbeat movie recommendations, and our honest debate about whether this is really the end for Mission: Impossible.What did you think of Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning? Let me know in the comments or find me on social media!Where to Watch:Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning is in theaters now.Our Recommendations:Ben: The Sheep Has Five Legs (1955)Me: Black Bag (streaming on Peacock)Where to Follow Me⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠TikTokThreads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTubeWhere to Follow BenIce Cream 4 FreaksThe Film ExperienceCinema ScholarsDallas–Fort Worth Film Critics AssociationInternational Film Society Critics AssociationBlueskyInstagramLetterboxdThreadsTwitter/X

In this episode, I’m joined by film critic Pedro Lima to break down A24’s Warfare, directed by Ray Mendoza and Alex Garland. This real-time Iraq War film drops you into the chaos and confusion of one fateful night, and Pedro and I dive into what worked, what didn’t, and why it’s already one of my most talked-about films of 2025.Warfare tells the story of a U.S. Navy SEAL team’s mission on November 19, 2006, in Ramadi, Iraq. Co-directed by Garland and Mendoza (who was there), it plays out in real time as a tribute to the soldiers who lived it.What's The Movie About?Warfare tells the story of a U.S. Navy SEAL team’s mission on November 19, 2006, in Ramadi, Iraq. Co-directed by Garland and Mendoza (who was there), it plays out in real time as a tribute to the soldiers who lived it.Support Austin B MediaIf you enjoyed this podcast, consider joining my Patreon.Members get:Early access to reviews and podcasts ($10 members get unedited episodes)Exclusive monthly Film Club, where we watch a movie and discuss it together on ZoomCommunity polls to help choose what I cover nextBehind-the-scenes research notesJoin here and help shape the future of Austin B Media!Chapters00:00 - Intro02:45 - Film Critique and Recommendations05:33 - Discussion on Restorations and Classic Films07:54 - Wes Anderson and Christopher Nolan Films11:11 - David Lynch and Twin Peaks15:34 - Initial Thoughts on Warfare23:03 - Comparing Warfare to Other War Films28:02 - Performances in Warfare32:43 - Criticisms of Warfare34:15 - Critique on the Film's Tagline and Realism35:27 - Technical Elements: Direction, Cinematography, and Sound37:41 - Sound Design and Its Impact40:08 - Rating the Film41:33 - Spoiler Warning42:09 - Impactful Plot Points and Action Scenes47:08 - Portrayal of Warfare and Its Psychological Effects53:53 - Ending and Real-Life Connections57:32 - Final Thoughts and Conversations01:01:23 - Podcast Wrap-up and FarewellWhere to Watch WarfareYou can watch Warfare via digital rental platforms and may still be in limited theatrical release through A24.Where to Find Our RecommendationsPedro’s Picks:Little Murders (1971, dir. Alan Arkin) — Available on The Criterion ChannelFour Nights of a Dreamer (dir. Robert Bresson) — Currently streaming on MUBITwin Peaks — Coming to MUBI (June 13)My Picks:The French Dispatch – Streaming on MaxIsle of Dogs – Streaming on Disney+Doodlebug (Christopher Nolan short) - Available on The Criterion ChannelFollowing (Christopher Nolan's debut) — On MUBIRetrograde (Matthew Heineman) — Streaming on Disney+ and HuluWhere to Follow Me⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠TikTokThreads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTubeWhere to Follow Pedro⁠Pedro’s Letterboxd⁠Until next time!

A quick note: you'll notice that my camera feed is missing in this episode. I encountered an unexpected technical issue with Zoom during the recording that prevented my video from being captured, though thankfully, Alise's video and all audio are unaffected. I apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, and I will immediately implement new checks to prevent this issue in the future. The conversation itself is fantastic, and I hope you enjoy it!In this episode of The Austin B Media Podcast, I sat down with five-time guest Alise Chaffins to discuss Sinners after seeing it a couple of weeks ago.What's The Movie About?Ryan Coogler's latest film, Sinners, is set in 1932 Louisiana as brothers Smoke and Stack arrive to open their own juke joint.Support Austin B MediaIf you enjoyed this podcast, consider joining my Patreon.Members get:Early access to reviews and podcasts ($10 members get unedited episodes)Exclusive monthly Film Club, where we watch a movie and discuss it together on ZoomCommunity polls to help choose what I cover nextBehind-the-scenes research notes⁠Join here and help shape the future of Austin B Media!Chapters00:00 - Introduction02:21 - Recommendations and Recent Watches06:37 - Sinners' Central Premise09:23 - Our First Thoughts Coming Out of the Theater13:26 - Our Final Rating for Sinners14:03 - Who Should Watch Sinners?15:59 - Viewing Experience: Dolby Atmos, IMAX, and the Importance of Sound18:44 - Spoiler Warning19:12 - The "I Lied to You" Musical Scene22:52 - Vampirism as a Metaphor23:47 - Shared Histories of Oppression28:28 - Layered Themes, Religion, Delta Slim, and Rewatch Value31:03 - Deeper Dive into the Title34:51 - The Most Compelling Characters40:27 - Plot Twists46:41 - Ryan Coogler's Style47:51 - The Chinese Characters & Subtle Historical Layers52:32 - Is Sinners Ryan Coogler's Blank Check Movie?55:32 - Box Office Reception, Original Movies vs. IP, and Industry Narrative01:01:39 - The Technical Elements of Sinners01:06:25 - Interpreting the Ending(s)01:14:35 - The Most Impactful Deaths01:16:30 - The Vampiric Lure, Villains with Understandable Motives, and Appropriation01:23:51 - Austin's Reassesment & Effectiveness of Social Commentary01:30:30 - Final Thoughts01:33:03 - Where to Find Alise01:33:49 - OutroWhere to Watch SinnersYou can watch Sinners in theaters now. Additionally, you'll be able to watch the film on digital platforms starting on June 3rd, 2025, on VOD and digital platforms, followed by a 4K Blu-ray, Blu-ray, and DVD release on July 8th, 2025.Where to Find Our RecommendationsAlise's recommendation - All seasons of The Handmaid's Tale are streaming on Hulu.My recommendation: Stitch! The Movie is streaming on Disney+.Where to Follow Me⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠TikTokThreads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTubeWhere to Follow Alise⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MacGuffin or Meaning⁠⁠⁠YouTubeUntil next time!

In this episode of The Austin B Media Podcast, I sit down with Matthew Simpson to discuss the final season of Andor.What's The Show About?Andor season two explores the formative years of the Rebel Alliance and Cassian Andor’s missions for the cause before Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.Support Austin B MediaIf you enjoyed this podcast, consider joining my Patreon.Members get:Early access to reviews and podcasts ($10 members get unedited episodes)Exclusive monthly Film Club, where we watch a movie and discuss it together on ZoomCommunity polls to help choose what I cover nextBehind-the-scenes research notesJoin here and help shape the future of Austin B Media!To celebrate Austin B Media's fifth anniversary, I’m offering 45 free one-month trials of my Wallace’s Warriors tier ($10/month). Experience early access to reviews, exclusive podcasts, and our monthly Film Club—no commitment required! Claim your free month here!Chapters00:00 – Introduction & Episode Overview00:30 - Matthew Returns02:57 - Matthew's Recent Projects09:35 - Matthew Recommends: The Pitt (HBO Max), Andor (Disney+), The Last of Us (HBO Max), The Studio (Apple TV+), Murderbot (Apple TV+), Four Seasons (Netflix)11:26 - Austin Recommends: The Last of Us Part II Remastered (PS5/PC), Final Destination (HBO Max)20:08 - Dolby Atmos & IMAX Aspect Ratios22:51 - Season 1 Impressions30:48 - Timeline & Pacing Talk38:22 - Cassian's Journey40:57 - Overall Rating for Andor Season Two47:05 - Spoiler Warning47:31 - Highlights of Andor Season Two51:35 - Integrations with Rogue One57:04 - Mon Mothma's Arc01:01:42 - Luthen's Journey01:04:56 - Dedra Meero & Syril Karn01:11:46 - Imperial Hierarchy01:14:00 - The Ending of Andor01:23:21 - Patreon Plugs01:24:27 - Subscribe, Rate & Review The Austin B Media Podcast01:24:35 - Where to Follow Matthew Simpson01:25:31 - Where to Follow Austin B Media01:25:49 - Episode Sign-offWhere to Find Our RecommendationsMatthew's recommendations: The Pitt season one is now streaming on HBO Max, both seasons of Andor are on Disney+, both seasons of The Last of Us are now streaming on HBO Max, The Studio season one is streaming on Apple TV+, Murderbot season one is streaming on Apple TV+, and Four Seasons season one is streaming on Netflix.My recommendations: You can play The Last of Us Part II Remastered on PlayStation and PC. Final Destination is streaming on HBO Max.Where to Follow Me⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠TikTokThreads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTubeWhere to Follow Matthew Simpson⁠Bluesky⁠⁠Instagram⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠Mastodon⁠Patreon⁠ ⁠Serialzd⁠ ⁠Stretched.CA⁠⁠Twitter/X⁠⁠Threads⁠

In this episode of The Austin B Media Podcast, I sit down with Jack Martin of Film Feeder to discuss the 2002 Disney animated classic, Lilo & Stitch.What's The Movie About?Lilo & Stitch (2002) is a Disney animated classic that tells the tale of a young, lonely Hawaiian girl named Lilo who adopts a small, mischievous blue creature she names Stitch. Stitch would be the perfect pet if he weren't, in reality, a genetic experiment (Experiment 626) who has escaped from an alien planet and crash-landed on Earth. Through her love, faith, and unwavering belief in ohana (the Hawaiian concept of family), Lilo helps unlock Stitch's heart and gives him the ability to care for someone else, all while they try to evade intergalactic capture.Chapters00:10 – Episode Overview and Guest Intro02:36 – Sinners recommendation04:37 – Mickey 17 recommendation10:49 – History with Lilo & Stitch21:55 - Expectations for the Film27:16 – Disney+ Changes31:08 – Animation Style37:23 – Standout Voice Performances43:16 – Disney's Creative State & Live-Action Remakes01:00:16 – The State of Film Criticism01:09:25 – Things That Didn't Work/Concerns About the Original Film 01:10:01 – The Reworked Climax (Original vs. Post-9/11 Version)01:14:03 – End Credits Sequence Discussion01:17:04 – The Theme of Ohana and Family Dynamics01:23:04 – Grounded Sci-Fi & Slice-of-Life Aspects01:23:52 – Stitch's Design & Chris Sanders Returning for the Remake01:25:59 – Easter Egg: Lilo's "Badness Meter" Drawing and Lilo & Stitch 201:28:24 – Ratings and Final Thoughts (Non-Spoiler)01:31:25 – Spoiler Warning01:31:43 – Stitch's Character Arc01:33:44 – Lilo & Nani's Dynamic01:35:57 – Hawaii, Elvis, and Cultural Representation01:45:47 – Final Thoughts and Outro01:45:59 – Put Stitch in Poor Things!01:46:47 – Where to Follow Me & Austin B Media01:47:08 – Patreon Plugs01:47:57 – Where to Follow Jack & Film Feeder01:50:40 – Sign-offWhere to Watch Lilo & Stitch (2002)You can watch Lilo & Stitch (2002) on Disney+ or at the movie retailer of your choice.Where to Watch Our RecommendationsJack's recommendation - Sinners is now in theaters.My recommendation - Mickey 17 is available to rent or purchase on the digital movie retailer of your choice.Follow Me: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠Letterboxd⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mastodon⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok, Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and YouTube.Support My WorkIf you enjoyed this podcast, consider joining my Patreon.Members get:Early access to gaming reviews and podcastsExclusive monthly Film Club, where we watch a movie and discuss it together on Discord or ZoomCommunity polls to help choose what I cover nextBehind-the-scenes research notesJoin here and help shape the future of Austin B Media!To celebrate the fifth anniversary of Austin B Media, I’m offering 45 free one-month trials of my Wallace’s Warriors tier ($10/month). Experience early access to reviews, exclusive podcasts, and our monthly Film Club - no commitment required! Claim your free month here!Follow Jack: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, Threads, and YouTube.Film Feeder Website: https://filmfeeder.co.uk/The Film Feeder Podcast is available on podcast services and YouTube.Film Feeder's Patreon: https://patreon.com/filmfeederFilm Feeder's Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/filmfeederUntil next time!

Hey everyone! I'm thrilled to share another SXSW 2025 interview with you.This time, I spoke with Leni Huyghe, the director of Real Faces, and Elisa Heene, the film's producer.Real Faces follows Julia, an ambitious casting director navigating Brussels' competitive advertising scene, who finds solace in an unlikely bond with a reclusive microbiologist. As their contrasting worlds collide and personal boundaries blur, Julia must confront the steep price of her relentless ambition.Buy tickets for Real Faces's SXSW screenings here.I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did!Follow Me: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mastodon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Support My WorkYour support makes interviews like this possible, so thank you for being part of Austin B Media! Chapters00:10 - Introduction and Welcome00:28 -  Overview of Real Faces01:25 - Screening Experiences at SXSW01:53 - Audience Feedback and Reactions10:29 - Filmmaking Challenges15:27 - Collaboration and Production Insights18:57 - Future Plans for Real Faces20:27 - Closing Remarks

Hey everyone!I'm thrilled to share another SXSW 2025 interview with you.This time, I spoke with Thea Gajić & Slavko Sobin from the film Surviving Earth.Surviving Earth is a poignant drama based on a true story about Vlad, a talented harmonica player, and counselor who fled the conflict in Yugoslavia and rebuilt his life in Bristol. As he rekindles his passion for Balkan music by forming a band with his friends, unresolved traumas begin to resurface, jeopardizing his relationships, especially with his daughter, Maria.Buy tickets for Surviving Earth's SXSW screenings here.I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did!Follow Me: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mastodon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Support My WorkYour support makes interviews like this possible, so thank you for being part of Austin B Media! Chapters00:15 - Meeting Thea and Slavko00:37 - Synopsis of Surviving Earth and Screening Details01:09 - Inspiration Behind the Film02:08 - Slavko's Preparation for the Role of Vlad03:45 - Thea's Perspective on the Stigma of Addiction05:20 - Mental Health in Balkan Culture06:17 - Balancing Lightness and Darkness in Vlad's Character07:29 - Connecting with Vlad07:59 - Balkan Culture and Music08:28 - Exploring Vlad's Complexity09:20 - Capturing the Nuances of Vlad09:35 - Thea & Slavko's Collaboration Process12:48 - Language and Identity in the Film15:27 - Challenges and Reflections20:04 - Core Message and Audience Takeaways24:01 - Conclusion and Farewell25:41 - Plugs

Hey everyone!I'm thrilled to share another SXSW 2025 interview with you.This time, I spoke with the documentary Your Higher Self director, Annie St-Pierre.Your Higher Self is a thought-provoking documentary that explores the vibrant world of health and wellness entrepreneurship. By observing fifteen life coaching sessions, the film weaves an offbeat philosophical essay on the quest for meaning, capturing both the intimate and the absurd aspects of individual emancipation.Buy tickets for Your Higher Self's SXSW screenings here.I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did!Follow Me: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mastodon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Support My WorkYour support makes interviews like this possible, so thank you for being part of Austin B Media! Chapters00:00 - Introduction01:00 - Synopsis of Your Higher Self 01:36 - Annie St. Pierre's Personal Connections to the Topic 03:09 - Exploring the Self-Help Industry 04:26 - Balancing Empathy and Absurdity 06:01 - The Search for Meaning 07:46 - Filmmaking Techniques and Philosophy 09:36 - Framing Intimacy and Distance in Filmmaking 16:22 - Insights on the Human Search for Meaning 19:44 - Audience Takeaways and Final Thoughts 21:26 - Closing Remarks & Screening Information 22:09 - Plugs

Hey everyone!I'm thrilled to share another SXSW 2025 interview with you.This time, I spoke with the creative team behind the film Glorious Summer: Helena Ganjalyan, Bartosz Szpak, and Daniela Komędera.Glorious Summer is a stunning drama set in a sun-drenched Renaissance palace where three women live under one command: never cross the wall. As hidden emotions and a desire for freedom emerge, their idyllic existence unravels into a powerful tale of repressed passion and the quest for autonomy.Buy tickets for Glorious Summer's SXSW screenings here.I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did!Follow Me: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mastodon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Support My WorkYour support makes interviews like this possible, so thank you for being part of Austin B Media! Chapters00:10 - Introduction00:32 - Quick Synopsis of the Film01:13 - Helena Discusses Her Roles as Director, Screenwriter, and Actress02:29 - The Challenges of Directing and Acting03:42 - The Challenge of Editing Yourself05:09 - Bartosz on Composing the Score08:32 - Daniella on Character Preparations10:19 - The Inspiration for the Setting14:59 - Helena and Bartosz on Collaborative Screenwriting17:29 - Conveying Emotions Without Words20:02 - Bartosz on Utilizing Visual & Audio Cues22:30 - Practing Death as a Theme24:29 - Farewell24:51 - Plugs

Hey everyone! I'm thrilled to share this one-of-a-kind interview with you from SXSW 2025!I spoke with Danielle Poirer, the assistant general manager of Holey Moley's East Austin location, last week.If you're not familiar with Holey Moley, it's a multi-sensory mini-golf experience with locations in Texas, California, and Colorado.If you're interested in visiting, you can book a visit here.If you're in Austin and attending SXSW, you can present your SXSW badge to play 18 holes for the price of nine holes.Additionally, if you're in Austin on April 8th, you can enter the Holey Moley Open for a chance to win $10K here.I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did!Follow Me: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mastodon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Support My WorkYour support makes interviews like this possible, so thank you for being part of Austin B Media! Chapters00:00 - Introduction00:15 -  Meet Danielle Poirer and Holey Moley01:49 -  Holey Moley's Unique Experience02:52 - Holey Moley in East Austin03:58 - The 18 for 9 Promotional Deal02:15 - Holey Moley & East Austin Culture05:12 - Multi-Sensory & Interactive Experience Explained07:13 - Food & Drink at Holey Moley09:47 - Community Engagement & Outreach10:54 - Holey Moley Open Tournament11:40 - Future Plans & Expansion13:51 - Conclusion and Farewell14:44 - Plugs

Hey everyone! I'm thrilled to share this one-of-a-kind interview with you from SXSW 2025!Last week, I had the opportunity to talk to corto.alto, one of the many musicians participating in showcases at SXSW 2025.If you are in Austin for SXSW, corto.alto will play shows at The Velveeta Room on March 12th and the British Music Embassy on March 13th.Buy tickets for corto.alto's SXSW appearances here.I hope you enjoy this new conversation as much as I did!Follow Me: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mastodon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Support My WorkYour support makes interviews like this possible, so thank you for being part of Austin B Media! Chapters00:00 - Introduction00:27 - Liam's Upcoming Performances02:21 - Musical Background & Influences05:50 - The Revitalization of Jazz09:04 - Live Performances and Improvisation13:36 - Creative Process & Production Techniques21:14 - Future Projects and Collaborations24:09 -Final Thoughts and Farewell26:57 - Plugs

Hey everyone! I'm thrilled to share another film festival interview with you.This time, I spoke with Julie Wyman from the documentary The Tallest Dwarf.The Tallest Dwarf is a documentary about the Little People community and the rumors of "partial dwarfism" in Julie's family.Buy tickets for The Tallest Dwarf's SXSW screenings here. I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did!The Tallest Dwarf screens during SXSW 2025!Follow Me: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mastodon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Support My WorkYour support makes interviews like this possible, so thank you for being part of Austin B Media! Chapters00:00 - Introduction01:26 - Initial Inspiration and Personal Connection03:49 - Reclaiming the Narrative: Representation and Agency05:22 - Addressing the Uncomfortable Aspects of Representation07:21 - Reid Davenport's Spirit Awards Speech and Visual Representation10:12 - Navigating Nuance and Complexity15:32 - The Process of Interviewing the Little People Community21:29 - What Julie Hopes People Take Away from The Tallest Dwarf25:00 - Julie's Advice to Emerging Filmmakers From Marginalized Communities26:45 - My Call to Neurodivergent Filmmakers to Make More Representation of Neurodivergent Projects27:15 - Outro

Hey everyone! I'm thrilled to share another film festival interview with you. This time, I spoke with Alyx Duncan & Michele Powles from the short film The Sea Inside Her.The Sea Inside Her is a short Buy tickets for The Sea Inside Her's Slamdance screenings here.I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did!The Sea Inside Her screened during Slamdance 2025 – stay tuned for my full festival coverage!Follow Me: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mastodon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Support My WorkYour support makes interviews like this possible, so thank you for being part of Austin B Media! Chapters 0:07 - Introduction to Alyx Duncan and Michele Powles 0:31 - About The Sea Inside Her 1:07 - The Inspiration for The Sea Inside Her 2:21 - Michelle's Perspective and Collaboration 3:31 - Visual Mediums and Dance Background 5:51 - Kilda Northcott and Movement-Based Process 8:10 - Puppetry & Shark Character Development 9:01 - Telling a Story Without Words 10:04 - New Zealand as Inspiration & Predatory Creatures 11:47 - Themes: Control, Vulnerability, and the Human Relationship with Nature 13:49 - Lessons Learned and Future Projects 15:17 - Touring Art Exhibition 15:47 - Upcoming Screenings and Exhibitions 18:28 - Reaching Different Audiences 18:42 - Goodbyes & Slamdance 2025 Screening Info

Hey everyone! I'm thrilled to share another film festival interview with you. This time, I spoke with Joe Tierney & Kat Whalen from the TV pilot F*ckUps Anonymous. F*ckUps Anonymous is a coming-of-age TV pilot that follows rebellious teen Joe on his tumultuous first day at a controversial therapeutic boarding school. Buy tickets for F*ckUps Anonymous' SXSW screenings here.F*ckUps Anonymous screens during SXSW 2025 – stay tuned for my full festival coverage!Follow Me: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mastodon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Support My WorkYour support makes interviews like this possible, so thank you for being part of Austin B Media! Chapters00:07 - Introduction to Joe Tierney & Kat Whalen01:06 - The Inspiration for F*ckUps Anonymous01:56 - The Real-Life Story Behind F*ckUps Anonymous03:03 - What Drew Kat to Direct F*ckUps Anonymous05:20 - Reworking the Script During the Writer's Strike07:23 - Collaborating on F*ckUps Anonymous09:57 - Making a TV Series for Gen Z & Audience Takeaways12:07 - Goodbyes & SXSW 2025 Screening InfoFollow Me: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mastodon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Support My WorkYour support makes interviews like this possible, so thank you for being part of Austin B Media!

Hey everyone!I'm thrilled to share another film festival interview with you. This time, I spoke with Brad Roelandt & Clev Dominguez from the short film Joey Earns Rewards.Joey Earns Rewards is a short that documents Cleveen's unusual marriage proposal at a McDonald's drive-through.Buy tickets for Joey Earn Rewards's Slamdance screenings here.I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did!Joey Earns Rewards screened during Slamdance 2025 – stay tuned for my full festival coverage!Chapters00:00 - Video Intro00:10 - Introduction to Brad Roelandt and Clev Dominguez00:35 - Joey Earns Rewards Described: An Unusual McDonald's Proposal00:59 - Brad & Clev's First Time at Slamdance01:26 - Slamdance in LA02:30 - LA's Impact on the Film02:57 - Filming Permits & Restrictions in LA03:35 - McDonald's Filming Restrictions & Creative Workarounds05:17 - Producing a Film for $3006:04 - The Inspiration Behind Brad's Single Take Aerial Films07:15 - Cutting Without Digital Push-Ins07:56 - Audience Takeaways & Reactions from Other Filmmakers09:56 - The Origins of Joey Earns Rewards12:17 - How One-Take Filming Works14:46 - The Equipment That Was Used in the Film16:34 - Clev's Proposal17:41 - What's Coming Next from Brad & Clev20:10 - A Message to Aspiring Filmmakers22:51 - Advice for Film Students24:54 - Goodbyes & Where to Watch Joey Earns RewardsYour support makes interviews like this possible, so thank you for being part of Austin B Media!Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and check out my other interviews!Follow Me: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mastodon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Support My WorkYour support makes interviews like this possible, so thank you for being part of Austin B Media!

Hey everyone! I'm thrilled to share another film festival interview with you. This time, I spoke with Audio Description's director and writer, Luke Salewski, and its producer and star, Lee Pugsley.Buy tickets for Audio Description's Slamdance screenings here.Learn about the Easterseals Disability Film Challenge here.Audio Description is a short film about Eric, a lonely blind man who makes an unknown birthday wish.Audio Description screens at Slamdance 2025 – stay tuned for my full festival coverage!Chapters 00:07 - Introduction: Austin, Lee, and Luke 00:32 - About Audio Description 01:11 - Giving Audio Description a Voice 02:06 - Audio Description as a Visually Impaired Viewer 03:18 - Expanding Awareness and Understanding of Audio Description 04:03 - Interpreting Audio Description in the Film 05:00 - Clarifying Audio Description vs. Closed Captioning 06:26 - Shaping the Character of Eric 08:03 - Highlighting the Humor of Audio Description 09:42 - The Visuals of the Film & Collaboration 11:22 - The Message of Audio Description and Filmmaking Advice 14:26 - Easterseals Disability Film Challenge 16:31 - Challenges and Overcoming Obstacles 18:36 - Lee on the Importance of Authentic Representation 21:42 - Luke on the Film's Intention 23:40 - Luke & Lee on Future Projects 26:52 - Parting Thoughts & Thank YousFollow Me: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mastodon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Support My WorkYour support makes interviews like this possible, so thank you for being part of Austin B Media!

Hey everyone!I'm thrilled to share another film festival interview with you. This time, I had a conversation with The Big Johnson director Lola Rock'N'Rolla.The Big Johnson is a film that documents Dean Johnson's life as a drag queen, rock star, LGBTQI activist, and many other things. Buy tickets for The Big Johnson's Slamdance screenings here.I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did!Chapters00:00 - Introduction01:10 - Inspiration Behind The Big Johnson03:00 - Unpacking Dean Johnson’s Life & Legacy05:30 - Balancing the Emotional & Narrative Contrasts in Telling Dean's Story08:00 - The Challenges of Directing, Writing, and Producing The Big Johnson10:30 - Collaborating with a Star-Studded Cast12:45 - Reflections, Audience Impact, and Final ThoughtsFollow Me: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mastodon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Support My WorkYour support makes interviews like this possible, so thank you for being part of Austin B Media!Until next time!

Hey everyone!I'm thrilled to share another film festival interview with you. This time, I had a conversation with Portal to Hell director Woody Bess as well as the film's producer/star Trey Holland.Portal to Hell is a film about Dunn, a debt collector whose routine life is interrupted by the sudden appearance of a portal to hell in his local laundromat.Buy tickets for Portal to Hell's Slamdance screenings here.I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did!Portal to Hell screens at Slamdance 2025 – stay tuned for my full festival coverage!Chapters 00:00 - Introduction & About Portal to Hell  01:45 - Inspirations for Portal to Hell 04:30 - The Writing & Story Development Process 07:30 - Visualizing the Supernatural & Production Challenges 10:30 - Dual Roles & Collaborative Dynamics 13:30 - Audience Expectations & Future Projects 16:30 - Final Thoughts & ConclusionClick play on the video player above to watch the full video interview.Your support makes interviews like this possible, so thank you for being part of Austin B Media!Until next time!

Hey, everyone!I'm thrilled to share another film festival interview with you. This time, I had the distinct pleasure of speaking with Elijah Sullivan, the creative force behind The Hole Story, premiering at Slamdance 2025! This documentary explores a mysterious sixty-foot hole discovered on Mount Shasta and the local legends and community surrounding it. Elijah wears many hats, so you'll hear about his unique perspective as the director, writer, producer, editor, and camera operator!Buy tickets for The Hole Story's Slamdance screenings here.I hope you enjoy this conversation with Elijah Sullivan! If you're attending Slamdance 2025, be sure to check out The Hole Story and support independent films.The Hole Story screens at Slamdance 2025 – stay tuned for my full festival coverage! Chapters 00:10 - Introduction 03:00 - The Origins of The Hole Story  07:15 - The Challenges & Ethics of Investigating the Mount Shasta Hole 18:20 - The Role of Myths & Modern-Day Storytelling 24:35 - Elijah’s Thoughts on Slamdance & Indie Filmmaking 30:50 - Final Thoughts & What's Next for Elijah Follow Me: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mastodon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Support My WorkYour support makes interviews like this possible, so thank you for being part of Austin B Media! If you want to become a Patron, head to ⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/AustinBMedia⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠AustinB.Media/support⁠⁠⁠ for more information.Until next time!

Hey, everyone!I'm thrilled to share another film festival interview with you. This time, I'm featuring Madeleine Farley, director and DP of Fist Bump, a documentary making its North American premiere at Slamdance 2025!Fist Bump tells the story of Marcus Knight, a talented young adult with autism and cerebral palsy, and his journey to pursue his dreams on Broadway amidst unexpected challenges.Buy tickets for Fist Bump's Slamdance screenings here.I hope you enjoy this conversation with Madeleine Farley! If you're attending Slamdance 2025, be sure to check out Fist Bump and support independent films. Let me know your thoughts in the comments or my Patron Lounge.Fist Bump screens at Slamdance 2025 – stay tuned for my full festival coverage!Chapters00:10 - Introduction00:33 - What Drew Madeleine to Marcus's Story00:56 - Navigating the Critique of Title IX01:25 - Approaching Marcus's Story Authentically & Respectfully04:00 - Deciding on the Narrative Structure05:10 - Integrating Music into the Documentary07:27 - Wearing Multiple Hats: Director, DP, & ProducerFollow Me: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mastodon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Support My WorkYour support makes interviews like this possible, so thank you for being part of Austin B Media! If you want to become a Patron, head to ⁠⁠Patreon.com/AustinBMedia⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠AustinB.Media/support⁠⁠ for more information.Until next time!

Hey, everyone!I'm thrilled to share my first film festival interview of the year, recorded ahead of Lockjaw's screening at Slamdance 2025. This dark dramedy blends humor with heartfelt storytelling in one of the films I'm most excited to see during Slamdance. I sat down with director & screenwriter Sabrina Greco and lead star Blu Hunt to discuss the film's origins, creative process, and the deeper themes behind the jokes.Buy tickets for Lockjaw's Slamdance screenings here.I hope you enjoy this insightful discussion with Sabrina Greco & Blu Hunt! If you're attending Slamdance 2025, be sure to check out Lockjaw and support independent films. Let me know your thoughts in the comments.Lockjaw screens at Slamdance 2025 – stay tuned for my full festival coverage!Chapters 00:10 - Introduction 03:38 - The Origins of Lockjaw 07:50 - Blu Hunt on Bringing the Lead Role to Life 12:25 - The Challenges & Successes of Filming 24:40 - Sabrina & Blu's Hopes for Lockjaw's Premiere 30:55 - Final Thoughts & What's NextFollow Me: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mastodon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and ⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Support My WorkYour support makes interviews like this possible, so thank you for being part of Austin B Media! If you want to become a Patron, head to ⁠Patreon.com/AustinBMedia⁠ or ⁠AustinB.Media/support⁠ for more information.Until next time!

Last December, I caught up with director Thordur Palsson to talk about his directorial debut,The Damned, before its theatrical release.The Damned is now available to rent or buy on digital retailers.Chapters00:00 - Introduction 00:10 - Meet Thordur Palsson: Director ofThe Damned01:00 - Overview ofThe Damned: Atmosphere and Setting 01:55 - Transitioning from TV to Feature Films 03:30 - The Importance of Time in TV vs. Film 05:00 - Crafting a Single-Point Perspective inThe Damned06:10 - Directing in a Claustrophobic Setting 07:25 - Natural Lighting and Cinematography Choices 09:00 - Release Dates and Closing Thoughts 09:30 - Outro: Support and Upcoming CoverageFollow Me: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mastodon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and ⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Until next time!

In this episode of The Austin B Media Podcast, I sit down with Clotilde Chinnici to discuss Wicked in celebration of the digital release. What's The Movie About? Wicked: Part One is a film adaptation of the Broadway musical Wicked, which has been running for over 20 years. Wicked: Part One tells the untold story of the two witches of Oz, Elphaba (Cynthia Erivo) and Glinda (Ariana Grande), as the two meet at Shiz University. Chapters: 00:00:08 - Introduction and Guest Introduction 00:01:30 - Discussing Recent Watches 00:03:48 - Diving into Wicked 00:07:22 - Expectations for the Film Adaptation 00:17:31 - Performances and Standout Moments 00:24:00 - Pros and Cons of the Movie 00:31:42 - Spoiler Discussion: Elphaba's Journey 00:44:48 - Discussing Jeff Goldblum and Michelle Yeoh's Characters 00:47:04 - Exploring the Political Themes in Wicked 00:52:50 - Fiyero's Character Development 00:56:46 - Portrayal of Oz and Visuals 01:00:55 - Cameos and Easter Eggs 01:05:28 - Dark Themes and Cliffhanger Ending 01:15:37 - Final Thoughts and Future Speculations Where to Watch Wicked: Part One You can watch Wicked: Part One in theaters or on the digital movie retailer of your choice. Where to Watch Our Recommendations Clotilde's recommendation - The Day of the Jackal (⁠⁠Sky Atlantic⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Now⁠⁠ in the UK, ⁠⁠Foxtel⁠⁠ in Australia, ⁠⁠Showcase⁠⁠ in Canada, ⁠⁠JioCinema⁠⁠ in India, Showmax in Africa, ⁠⁠TVNZ+⁠⁠ in New Zealand, Disney+ in Latin America, SkyShowtime in other parts of Europe, among others) My Recommendation - ⁠⁠Sing Sing⁠⁠ (in theaters now) Follow Me: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠Letterboxd⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mastodon⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok, Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and YouTube. Follow Clotilde: Bluesky, Letterboxd, and Twitter. You can read Clotilde's work at Alliance of Women Film Journalists, Loud and Clear Reviews, Next Best Picture, The People's Movies, Little White Lies, and more. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join my Discord server here.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you want to become a Patron, head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/AustinBMedia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AustinB.Media/support⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more information. Until next time!

In this episode of The Austin B Media Podcast, I sit down with Matt Hudson to talk about Star Wars Jedi: Survivor in celebration of the games' release on Xbox One and PlayStation 4. Editor's Note: I said the wrong name for my recommendation of Star Wars Rebel Assault. What I meant was Star Wars Rogue Squadron II: Rogue Leader. You can play Star Wars Jedi: Survivor on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series S|X, Xbox One, and PC. What's The Game About? Star Wars Jedi: Survivor takes place five years after Fallen Order and follows Jedi Knight Cal Kestis on his continuing fight against the Empire and the desperate search to find a haven from them. Chapters: 00:08 - Introduction and Episode Overview 01:02 - Guest Introduction: Matt Hudson 03:14 - Star Wars Fandom and Collectibles 08:55 - Star Wars Game Recommendations 16:43 - Discussion on Star Wars Jedi: Survivor 23:59 - Star Wars Game History and Favorites 28:03 - Comparing Fallen Order and Survivor 40:01 - First Impressions of Jedi: Survivor 48:16 - Gameplay Mechanics and New Additions 49:42 - Stance System and Combat Strategy 51:57 - Exploration and Open World Elements 01:00:31 - Puzzle System and Traversal 01:05:47 - Story and Character Development 01:13:25 - Performance Issues and Technical Problems 01:21:03 - Final Ratings and Overall Thoughts 01:27:25 - Spoiler Discussion Starts 02:46: 13 - Closing Thoughts Recommendations and Links: Follow Me: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠Letterboxd⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mastodon⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok, Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and YouTube. Follow Matt: X, Instagram, and Letterboxd. What I Watched Tonight Bloody Awesome Movie Podcast Spook City Star Wars Sessions Buy Star Wars Jedi: Survivor Matt's Star Wars recommendation - Andor (Disney+) - Link My Star Wars recommendations - Star Wars Rogue Squadron II: Rogue Leader (Wookiepieda Link) & Star Wars: The Force Unleashed (Link) My YouTube Short showcasing a hair texture bug I encountered while playing - Link ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join my Discord server here.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you want to become a Patron, head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/AustinBMedia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AustinB.Media/support⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more information. Until next time!

In this episode of The Austin B Media Podcast, I sit down with five-time guest Alise Chaffins about I Used to Be Funny, which was recently released on Netflix. Content Warning I Used to Be Funny covers topics of trauma, depression, sexual violence, and more. If you are the victim of sexual assault or rape, help is available to you at the National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673. What's The Film About? I Used to Be Funny follows standup comedian Sam Cowell (Rachel Sennott), an au pair struggling with PTSD, as she weighs the decision on whether or not to join the search for Brooke (Olga Petsa), who she used to nanny. This dark dramedy marks Ally Pankiw’s feature film debut, after directing notable episodes of Black Mirror and The Great, among others. Chapters: 00:08 - Introduction and Guest Welcome 02:00 - Recommendations and Upcoming Releases 05:21 - Discussion on I Used to Be Funny 07:14 - Rachel Sennott's Performance 12:20 - Relationships and Relatability 23:49 - Cinematography and Music 36:07 - Dialogue and Pacing 37:06 - Timeline Confusion 38:05 - Critique of the B Plot 40:08 - Sam's Journey and Trauma 44:54 - Spoiler Warning 01:11:42 - Final Thoughts and Ratings 01:13:49 - Outro and Social Media Plugs Recommendations and Links: Follow Me: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠Letterboxd⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mastodon⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok, Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and YouTube. Follow Alise on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠. You can also subscribe to her Substack, ⁠⁠⁠MacGuffin or Meaning⁠⁠⁠ or watch her YouTube channel. I Used to Be Funny - Netflix,  Apple TV/Amazon/Fandango at Home, and Vinegar Syndrome Blu-ray. Alise's review of I Used to Be Funny - Link Ted Lasso Relationship Guide by Alise Chaffins – Order Here Alise's review of Beetlejuice Beetlejuice (Theatrical) - Link Disclaimer (Apple TV+) – Link Alise's review of Disclaimer - Link Billy and Molly (Disney+/National Geographic) – Link The Penguin (Max) – Link Alise's review of The Penguin - Link Until next time!

In this exclusive interview, I sit down with the directors of All I’ve Got and Then Some to discuss the making of the film, their creative process, and the challenges they faced. We dive into the behind-the-scenes stories, inspirations, and what audiences can expect from this powerful movie. Follow Me: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mastodon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and ⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Chapters: 00:08 - Introduction 02:04 - Making of the Film 08:14 - July 4th Filming & LA Traffic 11:10 - How Rasheed & Tehben Met 14:42 - How Rasheed Used the Film to Tell His Story & LA's 16:17 - Rasheed's Transition from Standup to Directing 18:39 - Relating to the Film 19:11 - Rasheed's Book Recommendation: Rebel Without a Crew by Robert Rodriguez 20:11 - Release Details and Outro Until next time!

In this episode of The Austin B Media Podcast, I talk with guest Maxance Vincent about Deadpool & Wolverine. Follow Me: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠Letterboxd⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mastodon⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Follow Max: Instagram and Letterboxd. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:19 Podcast Delays and Spoiler Alert 01:07 Max Vincent's Background and Career 03:48 Film Criticism During the Pandemic 05:54 Industry Challenges and Support 08:17 Recommendations and Recent Watches 12:58 Deadpool and Wolverine Discussion Begins 13:15 X-Men Franchise Overview 21:38 Expectations for Deadpool and Wolverine 23:53 Initial Reactions to Deadpool and Wolverine 45:28 Mixed Reactions to the Humor 45:58 Deadpool's Best Jokes and Fourth Wall Breaks 48:52 Comparing Deadpool to Other Marvel Films 49:33 Cameos and Their Impact 50:11 Disappointment with the Film 52:21 Spoiler Alert: Plot Twists and Surprises 01:17:05 Analyzing the Villains 01:24:29 Final Thoughts and Social Media Plugs Until next time!

About this interview: In this interview, Jeremy Gimenez discusses the highlights of his career, upcoming projects, and offers valuable insights for aspiring actors. Chapters: 00:10 - Introduction 01:10 - How Jeremy Started His Acting Career 05:25 - Inspiration and Influences 10:15 - Memorable Roles 15:30 - Insights on Full Tilt Boogie 20:45 - Festival Circuit Experiences 25:20 - Working with Directors and Other Actors 30:00 - Advice for Aspiring Actors 35:00 - Personal Hobbies and Interests 40:00 - Upcoming Projects and Future Goals 44:00 - Conclusion Watch Jeremy's Movies Full Tilt Boogie Final Heat Know Thy Enemy The Shift Follow Jeremy Gimenez ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠Twitter⁠ Follow Final Heat on Instagram Follow Me⁠ ⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Discord⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mastodon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Support My Work: If you enjoyed this episode, consider supporting my work on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠Ko-fi⁠⁠⁠⁠ for early access to interviews like these, behind-the-scenes posts, and more. Your support helps me bring more exciting and in-depth coverage of your next favorite film and all the best festivals. Thank you for listening or watching! Until next time!

My final interview out of Tribeca 2024 is now here! Here is my interview with Nicholas Colia, the director and writer of Griffin in Summer, along with cast members Everett Blunck and Owen Teague. About this interview: In this interview, Nicholas Colia (director, writer), Everett, and Owen (actors) discuss their film Griffin in Summer, which premiered at Tribeca 2024. Nicholas reveals the autobiographical elements and creative inspiration behind the film, while Everett and Owen explore their characters' complexities and interactions. The conversation touches on the challenges of filmmaking, scriptwriting, and the unique dynamic between the characters. The interview concludes with reflections on the film's themes, cast dynamics, and what the team hopes audiences will take away from watching Griffin in Summer. Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction and Greetings 00:56 - Inspiration Behind the Film 02:55 - Everett on Playing Griffin 04:01 - Owen on Portraying Brad 06:54 - Challenges in Filmmaking 09:15 - Working with a Star-Studded Cast 12:52 - Script Writing Process 15:39 - Audience Takeaways and Conclusion Social Links: Stay connected and follow me on the following social media platforms for more: ⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Discord⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mastodon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Support My Work: If you enjoyed this episode, consider supporting my work on ⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠Ko-fi⁠⁠⁠ for early access to interviews like these, behind-the-scenes posts, and more. Your support helps me bring more exciting and in-depth coverage of your next favorite film and all the best festivals. Thank you for listening or watching, and stay tuned for more Tribeca 2024 coverage! Until next time!

Continuing my Tribeca 2024 coverage, here is my interview with Vera Brunner-Song, the director, writer, and editor of the film Bitterroot, along with producer and assistant director Kazua Melissa Vang, and lead actress Qu Kue. About this interview: In this interview, Vera Brunner Song (director, writer, editor), Kazua (producer, assistant director), and Qu Kue (actor) discuss their film Bitterroot. The story centers on a middle-aged man's struggles with a failed marriage while caring for his aging mother and her garden. The discussion covers themes of rural Montana landscapes, character development challenges, Hmong American cultural representation, the collaborative filmmaking process, and key sound design elements. The film was screened during Tribeca 2024, AMC 19th Street on June 8th, Tribeca Film Center on June 11th, and Village East Angelica on June 15th. Chapters: 00:10 - Introduction 00:21 - Overview of Bitterroot 00:32 - Screening Details 03:29 - Filmmaking Challenges 06:37 - Vera on Directing, Writing, and Editing 08:54 - Qu on Portraying Song 11:28 - Kazua on Assistant Directing and Representation 16:59 - Sound Design and Community Impact 24:14 - Themes and Messages of Bitterroot 26:31 - Conclusion and Screening Information Social Links: Stay connected and follow me on the following social media platforms for more: ⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Discord⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mastodon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Support My Work: If you enjoyed this episode, consider supporting my work on ⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠Ko-fi⁠⁠ for early access to interviews like these, behind-the-scenes posts, and more. Your support helps me bring more exciting and in-depth coverage of your next favorite film and all the best festivals. Thank you for listening or watching, and stay tuned for more Tribeca 2024 coverage! Until next time!

Join me, Austin Belzer, in an exclusive interview with Callie Carpentieri, the talented director, screenwriter, and producer behind the highly anticipated short film Dirty Towel. Delve into the creative process, inspirations, and challenges faced during the making of this film, which recently premiered at Tribeca 2024. Callie shares insights on the film's themes, her directing approach, cinematographic choices, production challenges, and the editing process that brought the film to life. Don’t miss this technically detailed and insightful conversation! Social Links: Stay connected and follow me on the following social media platforms for more: ⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Discord⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mastodon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Support My Work: If you enjoyed this episode, consider supporting my work on ⁠Patreon⁠ or ⁠Ko-fi⁠ for early access to interviews like these, behind-the-scenes posts, and more. Your support helps me bring more exciting and in-depth coverage of your next favorite film and all the best festivals. Thank you for listening or watching, and stay tuned for more Tribeca 2024 coverage! Until next time!

Join me for an in-depth conversation with the creative minds behind the animated sci-fi comedy Mars, which recently premiered at the 2024 Tribeca Festival. In this interview, director Sevan Najarian and cast members Darren Trumeter, Timmy Williams, and Sam Brown share the inspiration behind the film, the creative process, and behind-the-scenes stories. Discover how the team brought their comedic genius to life in this out-of-this-world adventure, and learn about the challenges they faced during production. This episode is packed with insights, laughter, and a sneak peek into the making of Mars. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Guest Lineup 00:26 Synopsis and Screening Details 01:07 Breaking Records and Casual Banter 01:55 Inspiration Behind the Film 04:23 Character Design and Voice Acting 09:06 Challenges in Production 12:39 Audience Expectations and Final Thoughts 16:23 Closing Remarks and Screening Reminders Social Links: Stay connected and follow me on the following social media platforms for more: Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Discord Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mastodon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Support My Work: If you enjoyed this episode, consider supporting my work on Patreon or Ko-fi for early access to interviews like these, behind-the-scenes posts, and more. Your support helps me bring more exciting and in-depth coverage of your next favorite film and all the best festivals. Thank you for listening or watching, and stay tuned for more Tribeca 2024 coverage! Until next time!

Before its world premiere, I sat down with the creators of Yanqui, Kyle Hausmann-Stokes and Sean Quinn.  The series is about the aftermath of a one-night stand and the ensuing pregnancy, leading a failed NYC entrepreneur and cat shelter volunteer to travel back to Argentina to prove he’s not like his (absent) father. You can buy tickets to see it at Tribeca here. Look for a review soon! Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:24 Synopsis of Yanqui 00:43 Meet the Creators: Kyle and Sean 01:33 The Origin of Yanqui 02:23 Writing and Collaboration 03:39 Filming Challenges and Techniques 05:54 Cultural Insights and Filming in Argentina 07:37 Balancing Genres: Comedy, Romance, and Drama 12:17 Production Challenges and Real-Life Inspirations 16:24 Future Plans and Tribeca Premiere 19:19 Closing Remarks and Screening Information You can follow me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mastodon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. If you want to support my work, head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/AustinBMedia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/austinbmedia⁠⁠ for more information. Until next time!

Before its world premiere, I sat down with the director and screenwriter of Come Closer, Tom Nesher. Nesher's first feature depicts Eden's life in the aftermath of losing her beloved younger brother in a tragic accident and desperately trying to fill the void he leaves behind. You can buy tickets to see it at Tribeca 2024 here. Look for a review soon! If you'd rather listen to the interview, you can do so here. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Film Premiere Details 00:49 Inspiration Behind Come Closer 01:58 Coping with Loss Through Filmmaking 03:24 Musical Inspirations and Soundtrack 04:37 Cinematography and Filming Challenges 06:34 Technical Aspects and iPhone Filming 10:33 Tribeca Film Festival and Audience Connection 12:04 Conclusion and Screening Information You can follow me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mastodon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. If you want to support my work, head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/AustinBMedia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/austinbmedia⁠ for more information. Until next time!

Before its world premiere, I sat down with the director of Under the Grey Sky, Mara Tamkovich. Mara Tamkovich's debut feature depicts the crackdown of a demonstration against the 2020 Belarusian election. The central character, Lena, a journalist under the regime, is arrested for live-streaming the event, providing a stark look at modern-day political repression. You can buy tickets to see it during Tribeca 2024 here.  Look for a review soon! Chapters: Chapters: 00:10 Introduction and Premiere Details 01:06 Mara Tamkovich's Personal Connection to the Film 02:06 Incorporating Real Footage into Fiction 03:33 Narrative vs. Documentary Approach 05:25 Journalism Background and Film Creation 07:22 Current Situation in Belarus 09:15 Tribeca Premiere and Audience Takeaways 10:45 Conclusion and Screening Information You can follow me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mastodon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. If you want to support my work, head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/AustinBMedia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/austinbmedia⁠⁠⁠ for more information. Until next time!

Before its world premiere, I sat down with the creators of I Need Your Love, Walker Kalan and Camille Trust. The series is a bittersweet comedy about pop singer Camille Trust's struggle to make a name for herself in New York’s cutthroat music scene—from sleazy producers and vengeful Swifties to heartbreak and self-sabotage. It’s raw and messy, and most of it actually happened. You can buy tickets to see it during Tribeca 2024 here. Look for a review of I Need Your Love on June 9th. Chapters: 00:10 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:58 Synopsis of I Need Your Love 01:21 Origins of the Show 01:43 Camille's Journey and Collaboration 03:42 Themes and Writing Process 05:38 Relatability and Audience Connection 07:38 Tribeca Premiere and Audience Expectations09:52 Final Thoughts and Screening Details You can follow me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mastodon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and ⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. If you want to support my work, head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/AustinBMedia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/austinbmedia for more information. Until next time!

In this episode of The Austin B Media Podcast, I talk with guest Alise Chaffins about Ted Lasso and her book, The Ted Lasso Relationship Guide. You can Pre-order Alise's book, The Ted Lasso Relationship Guide, on Amazon. If you like physical copies, a paperback version will be available on May 24th. Follow Me: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠Letterboxd⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mastodon⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Follow Alise on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠. You can also subscribe to her Substack, ⁠⁠⁠MacGuffin or Meaning⁠⁠⁠. Chapters:  00:00 Welcome to the Austin B Media Podcast: Celebrating Ted Lasso 01:26 Diving Deep into Ted Lasso's Most Impactful Moments 02:10 Exploring Character Development and Plot Twists in Ted Lasso 04:54 Ted Lasso's Mental Health Journey: A Deep Dive 06:29 The Evolution of Ted Lasso: From Season One to Three 23:48 Tackling Big Themes: The Shift in Ted Lasso's Storytelling 29:23 Locker Room Dynamics and the Power of Positive Masculinity 38:14 Speculating on Ted Lasso's Future and Reflecting on Its Impact 45:04 The Business of TV: Considering a Ted Lasso Spinoff 46:44 Speculations on Apple's Event and Future of Ted Lasso 47:10 Reflecting on the Series Finale and Character Arcs 47:40 The Legacy of Ted Lasso and Its Cultural Impact 48:48 Personal Preferences on Show Endings and Cancellations 49:52 Exploring the Reasons Behind Ted Lasso's Conclusion 53:04 The Future Projects of Ted Lasso's Cast and Crew 59:06 Deep Dive into The Ted Lasso Relationship Guide 01:09:40 Character Analysis and the Essence of Ted Lasso 01:21:57 Closing Thoughts and Where to Find Us on Social Media Until next time!

In this episode of The Austin B Media Podcast, I talk with guest Matthew Simpson of Awesome Friday. We discuss Spider-Man 2 in spoiler-free and spoiler-filled detail, its legacy, and more. You can watch the video version above or listen to the audio version here. You can watch Matthew's recommendation, The Red Violin, on Tubi. You can watch Spider-Man 2 on Peacock or Disney+ (in the US, at least) with a subscription or purchase it from the digital or physical retailer of your choice. Follow Me: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠Letterboxd⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mastodon⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Follow Matthew: Bluesky, Instagram, Letterboxd, Mastodon, Patreon, Serialzd, Stretched.CA, Twitter/X, and Threads. Chapters:  00:09 Welcome to The Austin B Media Podcast 02:57 The Charm of Canadian Cinema: A Deep Dive 05:50 Exploring Streaming Services and Their Offerings 06:10 Nostalgia and the Theatrical Experience of Spider-Man 2 10:44 The Legacy and Impact of Spider-Man 3 19:40 Diving Deep into Spider-Man 2's Influence 21:18 The Casting Genius of Spider-Man 2 22:08 Emotional Resonance in Superhero Movies 30:43 Spider-Man 2's Legacy in Modern Superhero Cinema 32:22 Alfred Molina's Iconic Role as Doctor Octopus 38:17 The Underappreciated Introduction of J. Jonah Jameson's Son 39:56 Reflecting on Character Impact and Actor Portrayals 40:54 Spider-Man Nostalgia and Theories 43:36 Adapting Comic Book Stories to Film 47:23 The Art of Visual Effects in Spider-Man Movies 51:02 Practical Effects vs. Digital: A Deep Dive 55:22 The Mastery of Practical Effects in Action 58:44 Decoding Sam Raimi's Iconic Scores 59:09 Behind the Scenes: Spider-Man 2's Musical Drama 59:52 Danny Elfman's Signature Sound 01:00:28 Spider-Man's Theme: A Cultural Staple 01:01:39 Gaming and Spider-Man: A Deep Dive 01:05:45 Dr. Octopus' Redemption Arc 01:08:53 Plot Points and Character Analysis 01:10:04 Addressing Aged Elements in Spider-Man Movies 01:12:31 Mary Jane's Character Evolution 01:16:54 Screenwriting Excellence in Spider-Man 01:17:59 Reflecting on Spider-Man's Impact and Writing 01:18:24 Aunt May's Role and Superhero Film Perfection 01:18:53 The Ending of Spider-Man: Choices and Consequences 01:19:53 Mary Jane's Agency and the Film's Conclusion 01:21:00 Spider-Man's Dilemma: Love vs. Duty 01:23:02 Exploring Unresolved Plot Threads and Sequel Setup 01:26:30 The Human Element in Superhero Conflicts 01:30:51 Final Thoughts and Social Media Plugs Until next time!

In this episode of The Austin B Media Podcast, I discuss Alien in spoiler-free and spoiler-filled detail with guest Jack Martin, Film Feeder's editor-in-chief. You can watch Jack’s recommendation, Baby Raindeer, on Netflix now. You can watch Alien on April 26th in select theaters, rent or buy it on the digital platform of your choice, or stream it on Hulu (at least in the US). Follow Me: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠Letterboxd⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mastodon⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Follow Jack: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, Threads, and YouTube. If you want to become a Patron, head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/AustinBMedia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AustinB.Media/support⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more information. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join my Discord server here.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Chapters:  00:00 Welcome to The Austin B Media Podcast 03:59 Transition into Alien Discussion 10:00 The Legacy of Alien 12:02 The Fear of the Unknown 12:31 Political Undertones and Xenophobia 13:33 Alien's Impact on Horror and Sci-Fi 16:40 You All Should Play Alien: Isolation 19:34 The Design and Atmosphere of Alien 24:16 The Nostromo's Crew 24:54 How Ripley Influenced Alien 25:07 Alien's Slasher Vibes 25:34 Ripley's Leadership and Decision-Making 28:29 The Importance of Theatrical Re-Releases 36:26 The Meaning Behind Alien Day 38:23 Alien's Legacy and Its Sequels' Reception 41:41 Alien: Romulus and the Future of the Franchise 45:29 Theories and Speculations on Alien Lore 47:32 Closing Thoughts on Alien's Mysteries and Theories 48:13 Alien: Covenant's Impact on Alien 49:01 Theories on Weyland-Yutani's Motives 50:30 The Role of Androids in the Alien Universe 53:18 How Did Jonesy Survive? 55:12 The Potential for A Marvel Crossover 56:22 Podcast Wrap-Up and Social Media Plugs Until next time!

I sat down with Robert Kenner and Melissa Robledo, the co-directors of Food Inc. 2, to discuss the film's investigation into the state of our food system today. They delve into the impact of the pandemic on food workers, the dangers of ultra-processed foods, and the alarming rise of food industry consolidation. Learn what surprised the directors the most and discover how to take action for a better food future.  Food Inc. 2 is out in limited theaters and on VOD now! Look for a review of Food Inc 2 this week! Chapters:  00:10 Introduction to the Interview with the Co-Directors of Food Inc. 2  00:52 The Motivation Behind Creating Food Inc. 2  02:07 Exploring the Impact of the Pandemic on the Food Industry  03:58 Diving Deep into the Dangers of Ultra-Processed Foods  04:29 The Shocking Findings of the NIH Study on Diet  07:42 Addressing the Issue of Food Industry Consolidation  08:52 The Challenge of Presenting Data in an Engaging Way  12:54 The Investigation Process and Surprising Discoveries  17:04 Concluding Thoughts You can follow me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mastodon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and ⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. If you want to become a Patron, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/AustinBMedia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AustinB.Media/support⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more information. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join my Discord server here.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Until next time!

In this episode of The Austin B Media Podcast, I have a detailed conversation with guest Ayla Ruby, Movies We Texted About's editor-in-chief. We discuss Dune: Part Two in both spoiler-free and spoiler-filled detail, The International Film Society Critics 4th Annual Awards, and more. You can watch Dune: Part Two at a theater near you. You can follow Ayla Ruby on X and read her writing on The Cosmic Circus, Movies We Texted About, Oscars Central, and CherryPicks. You can follow me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mastodon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. If you want to become a Patron, head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/AustinBMedia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AustinB.Media/support⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more information. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join my Discord server here.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Chapters:  00:00 Welcome to The Austin B Media Podcast  00:19 Recapping Previous Episodes and Announcing International Film Society Critics Winners  01:58 Diving Into Dune: Part Two 02:39 Recommendations and Surprising Connections: Kung Fu Panda 4  04:02 Exploring the Impact of Dune: Part One on Part Two  10:20 The Cinematic Experience of Dune: Part Two  22:34 The Future of Dune: Speculations and Expectations  26:57 Reflecting on Performances: The Evolution of Characters  32:24 Dune: Part Two Non-Spoiler Discussion  32:38 Austin Butler's Performance and Method Acting  33:12 The Unforgettable Duel Scene (No Spoilers)  36:31 Transitioning to Dune: Part Two Spoiler Territory  38:04 Exploring Changes from the Book to the Screen  43:26 The Women of Dune: Enhanced Roles and Agency  46:15 World Building and Character Development in Dune: Part Two  50:07 Themes of Religious Fanaticism and Prophecy  53:22 The Ending of Dune: Part Two: Expectations vs. Reality  59:34 Final Thoughts and Hopes for Dune: Messiah Until next time!

Before its premiere at Slamdance 2024, I sat down with the director of the film On the Way Home, Giorgi Kvelidze. Buy tickets for On the Way Home's Slamdance screenings: ⁠⁠https://slamdance2024.eventive.org/films/6570bb3a7f0806007d2847a7⁠⁠. Look for a review of On the Way Home on January 20th. Chapters: 00:10 Introduction and Welcome 01:15 Description of On the Way Home 01:56 Discussing the Sound Design 03:18 The Georgian Conflict and Its Impact 12:33 The Documentary Filmmaking Process 14:48 Advice for Aspiring Documentarians 18:53 Slamdance Festival Experience 19:41 Conclusion and Farewell You can follow me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mastodon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and ⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. If you want to become a Patron, head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/AustinBMedia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AustinB.Media/support⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more information. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Join my Discord server here.⁠⁠⁠ Until next time!

Before its premiere at Slamdance 2024, I sat down with the creative team behind the film Bliss. Buy tickets for Bliss's Slamdance screenings: https://slamdance2024.eventive.org/films/6570bb3a7f0806007d284764. Look for a review of Bliss on January 19th. Chapters: 00:10 Introduction and Welcome 00:53 Describing the Film Bliss 01:55 Discussing the Backstory and Sequel 03:32 The Evolution of the Story and Filmmaking Process 04:49 Collaboration and Inspiration in Filmmaking 10:13 The Role of Artistic Expression in Cinema 11:02 The Concept of Incidental Cinema 14:06 The Future of Indie Films and Audience Reception 19:34 Promoting Bliss at Slamdance 22:53 Conclusion and Farewell You can follow me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mastodon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and ⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. If you want to become a Patron, head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/AustinBMedia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AustinB.Media/support⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more information. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join my Discord server here.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Until next time!

In this episode of The Austin B Media Podcast, I have a detailed conversation with guest Jack Martin, Film Feeder's editor-in-chief. We discuss Jack's recently launched Film Feeder podcast and the Patreon associated with it, offering listeners early access to episodes and more. We also extensively reviewed The Holdovers and touched upon other Alexander Payne films, Christmas movies, and the importance of family in these films. If you'd like to watch The Holdovers, you can watch it in a theater near you or at home. You can follow Jack on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, Threads, and YouTube. Chapters: 00:09 Introduction and Guest Introduction 00:04 Discussion on Film Feeder and Podcasting 01:45 Promotion of Patreon for Film Feeder 02:59 Film Recommendations 08:50 Transition to Main Discussion: The Holdovers 08:59 Initial Thoughts on The Holdovers 09:02 Deep Dive into The Holdovers 15:32 Appreciation for The Holdovers' Script and Performances 21:23 The Holdovers' Unique Aesthetic and Film Stock 23:36 Appreciating the Aesthetics and Performances in the Film 24:28 The Underestimated Cinematography 25:32 The Role of Color Grading in Setting the Mood 26:49 The Quirky Sense of Humor in the Film 27:32 Reflecting on the Film's Pacing and Length 28:30 Predictions for the Film's Success at the Oscars 29:23 Comparing the Film to Other Works by Alexander Payne 29:54 The Film's Editing and Cinematography 33:17 The Film as a Potential Modern Christmas Classic 35:17 Discussing Other Christmas Movies 39:44 Where to Watch the Film 41:59 Wrapping Up Until next time!

Before its premiere at Sundance 2024, I sat down with the creative team behind the short The Rainbow Bridge. Buy tickets for The Rainbow Bridge's Sundance screenings: https://festival.sundance.org/program/short-info/6574ed25e8eef565ce19d616. If you'd rather listen to the interview, you can do so here. Look for a review of The Rainbow Bridge on January 22nd. Chapters: 00:13 Introduction and Greetings 00:31 Discussing the Film The Rainbow Bridge 00:54 Behind the Scenes: Editing and Organizing 01:42 Describing the Film's Theme and Story 02:21 The Film's Humor and Tone 03:15 The Film's Unique Aesthetic and Style 04:45 The Actors' Experiences and Performances 09:05 The Film's Production and Set Design 18:50 Future Plans for The Rainbow Bridge 20:49 Closing Remarks and Goodbyes You can follow me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mastodon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and ⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. If you want to become a Patron, head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/AustinBMedia⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AustinB.Media/support⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more information. ⁠⁠Join my Discord server here.⁠⁠ Until next time!