Green Lantern Casting, F9, The Doubtful Guest, a Pixar Interview, and More
On the April 30, 2021 episode of /Film Daily, /Film senior writer Ben Pearson is joined by writer Chris Evangelista to talk about the latest film and TV news, including Green Lantern casting, The Doubtful Guest, Twilight of the Dead, and F9. Then we’ll present an interview with the animation supervisor on the new Pixar film Luca. In The News: Chris: ‘Green Lantern’ HBO Max Series Casts Finn Wittrock as Hot-Headed Guy Gardner, New Plot Details Revealed Ben (OG HT): Kumail Nanjiani and Emily V. Gordon Teaming Up with ‘It’ Director Andy Muschietti for ‘The Doubtful Guest’ Movie Chris: George A. Romero’s Unmade Final Zombie Movie ‘Twilight of the Dead’ in the Works Ben: Vin Diesel Says ‘F9’ Explores Dom Toretto’s Origins, Will Revisit a Scene From the First Film (Plus: Which Big Actor is Joining the Franchise Next?) In Our Feature Presentation: HT: How Pixar’s ‘Luca’ Took Inspiration From Studio Ghibli and Aardman to Create a “Handcrafted Feel” [Interview] All the other stuff you need to know: Pixar Staff Frustrated By Decisions to Send ‘Soul’ and ‘Luca’ Directly to Disney+ You can find more about all the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked inside the show notes. /Film Daily is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world of movies and television as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the popular podcast apps (RSS). Send your feedback, questions, comments and concerns to us at peter@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention the e-mail on the air. Please rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts, tell your friends and spread the word! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
30 Huhti 202131min
The Falcon and the Winter Soldier Finale Interview, Bedrock, and Son of Kong
On the April 29, 2021 episode of /Film Daily, /Film senior writer Ben Pearson is joined by weekend editor Brad Oman and writer Chris Evangelista to talk about the latest film and TV news, including a Godzilla vs. Kong sequel and a Flintstones spin-off series. Then we’ll present a spoiler-heavy interview with The Falcon and the Winter Soldier head writer Malcolm Spellman. In The News: Ben: Adam Wingard in Talks to Direct ‘Godzilla vs. Kong’ Sequel, Which May Be Called ‘Son of Kong’ Chris: Fox Animated ‘Flintstones’ Spin-Off ‘Bedrock’ Will Star Elizabeth Banks In Our Feature Presentation: Brad: ‘The Falcon and the Winter Soldier’ Head Writer Malcolm Spellman on Prescient Storytelling, Redemption, MCU Planning, and More [Interview] All the other stuff you need to know: You can find more about all the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked inside the show notes. /Film Daily is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world of movies and television as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the popular podcast apps (RSS). Send your feedback, questions, comments and concerns to us at peter@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention the e-mail on the air. Please rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts, tell your friends and spread the word! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
29 Huhti 202123min
Water Cooler: Shadow and Bone, The Mitchells vs. The Machines, The Lady Eve, Haunted: Latin America, and More
On the April 28, 2021 episode of /Film Daily, /Film senior writer Ben Pearson is joined by managing editor Jacob Hall, weekend editor Brad Oman, and writers Hoai-Tran Bui and Chris Evangelista to gather around the virtual water cooler and talk about what they’ve been up to. At The Water Cooler: What we’ve been Doing: Brad attended a LAN party with some vaccinated friends. Jacob has been planning a Twilight Imperium game, which is practically a part-time job. What we’ve been Watching: Jacob and Chris watched Mortal Kombat. Ben watched Sasquatch, California Split, The Lady Eve, and started the Harley Quinn animated series. Jacob watched Haunted: Latin America, and Promising Young Woman. Chris watched The Mitchells vs. The Machines. Brad watched Nobody and 50 Years of Sunny Days. Hoai-Tran is obsessed with Shadow and Bone, watched Cliff Walkers, Ride or Die, and Pulse. What we’ve been Eating: Brad tried Birthday Cake Pebbles, Skittles Gummies, Twizzlers Mystery Flavor, and Eggo Waffles Cereal All the other stuff you need to know: Jacob: We Need to Talk About the Worst Part of the New ‘Mortal Kombat’ Movie You can find more about all the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked inside the show notes. /Film Daily is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world of movies and television as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the popular podcast apps (RSS). Send your feedback, questions, comments and concerns to us at peter@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention the e-mail on the air. Please rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts, tell your friends and spread the word! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
28 Huhti 202159min
Captain America 4, Worst Best Picture Winner, Another Round Remake, Scorsese/Schrader Reunion, and More
On the April 27, 2021 episode of /Film Daily, /Film senior writer Ben Pearson is joined by managing editor Jacob Hall and writer Chris Evangelista to talk about the latest film and TV news, including Captain America 4, a remake of Another Round, The Continental, and a new project from Martin Scorsese and Paul Schrader. Then they answer a couple of listener questions in the mailbag. In The News: Ben: ‘Captain America 4’ in Development with ‘The Falcon and the Winter Soldier’ Head Writer Malcolm Spellman Co-Writing the Script Chris: ‘Another Round’ Remake Might Star Leonardo DiCaprio Ben: ‘The Continental’ Plot Details: The ‘John Wick’ Prequel Show Will Focus On Young Winston Chris: Martin Scorsese and Paul Schrader Are Reuniting for Series About the Origins of Christianity In the Mailbag: What movie was the worst choice for Best Picture? For me I’m torn between The Green Book (what were they thinking), The Artist (really, it’s a gimmick) and Slumdog Millionaire. I don’t hold much love for Gladiator either. What are your choices? - Belinda, Chicago Hello Slash film team! For horror lovers, specifically Chris, but I'd love to hear from all of you: What was the first horror film that truly terrified you and made you fall in love with the genre? Similar question for HT and all: What was the first animated film you loved that helped cement your love for the genre? Love the show, big fan of everyone, Chris, HT, Ben, Brad, Chris, and you Jacob. Also I like the Gargantuan book of insults, offense, and offrentry. - Pablo from Fort Wayne, Indiana All the other stuff you need to know: You can find more about all the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked inside the show notes. /Film Daily is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world of movies and television as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the popular podcast apps (RSS). Send your feedback, questions, comments and concerns to us at peter@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention the e-mail on the air. Please rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts, tell your friends and spread the word! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
27 Huhti 202129min
The Highs and Lows of the 2021 Academy Awards
On the April 26, 2021 episode of /Film Daily, /Film senior writer Ben Pearson is joined by managing editor Jacob Hall, weekend editor Brad Oman, and writers Hoai-Tran Bui and Chris Evangelista to talk about the 93rd Academy Awards. In The News: The Setting/Format/ToneLack of Clips/Montages Song Performances Happened During the Pre-Show No Playing People Off, So the Speeches Were Long Ask Chris about “watching” it via Twitter Brad: 2021 Oscars Winners: ‘Nomadland’ Wins Best Picture in a Ceremony That Certainly Shook Things Up Ben: Oscars 2021: ABC Executive Talks About the “Calculated Risk” of Ending with the Best Actor Category Brad: Anthony Hopkins Gives a Belated Oscars Acceptance Speech, Pays Tribute to Chadwick Boseman HT: China Censored Chloe Zhao’s Historic Oscar Wins Random MomentsFrances McDormand’s howl (backstory) Oscars Trivia segment, leading to Glenn Close’s “Da Butt”Brad: The Morning Watch: 2021 Oscars Highlights: New Format, Best Speeches, Glenn Close Loves “Da Butt”, and More History MadeChloe Zhao is the first woman of color to ever win a directing Oscar. Anthony Hopkins is now the oldest Oscar winner in any acting category at 83 years old. Frances McDormand is now the second person to ever win Best Actress three times, joining Katharine Hepburn, who has four. Yuh-jung Youn is the first Korean performer to win an Oscar in an acting category. Mia Neal and Jamika Wilson became the first Black women to win an Oscar in the Best Makeup and Hairstyling category for Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom. Emerald Fennell’s win for Best Original Screenplay is the first time a woman has won that category since Diablo Cody won for Juno. Big TakeawaysEven during a pandemic year, Netflix couldn’t win Best Picture. All the other stuff you need to know: You can find more about all the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked inside the show notes. /Film Daily is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world of movies and television as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the popular podcast apps (RSS). Send your feedback, questions, comments and concerns to us at peter@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention the e-mail on the air. Please rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts, tell your friends and spread the word! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
26 Huhti 202142min
Spoiler Discussion: The Falcon and The Winter Soldier Episode 6 "One World, One People"
On the April 23, 2021 episode of /Film Daily, /Film editor-in-chief Peter Sciretta is joined by weekend editor Brad Oman to have a spoiler discussion about The Falcon and The Winter Soldier Episode 6 “One World, One People”. In The Spoiler Room: The Falcon and the Winter Soldier Episode 6 “One World, One People” Feedback Brief reactions Breakdown Speculation All the other stuff you need to know: You can find more about all the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked inside the show notes. /Film Daily is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world of movies and television as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the popular podcast apps (RSS). Send your feedback, questions, comments and concerns to us at peter@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention the e-mail on the air. Please rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts, tell your friends and spread the word! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
23 Huhti 202156min
Shang-Chi Trailer, How I Met Your Father, Interview with Sasquatch Director, and More
On the April 22, 2021 episode of /Film Daily, /Film senior writer Ben Pearson is joined by writer Hoai-Tran Bui to discuss the latest film and TV news, including a new Disney/Sony deal, How I Met Your Father, a new Haunted Mansion movie, and Netflix’s spending in 2021. Then, managing editor Jacob Hall joins us to present an interview with the creator of the new Hulu series, Sasquatch. Opening Banter: In The News: HT: ‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings’ Trailer: Marvel’s First Asian Superhero is Here Ben: Disney and Sony Strike Licensing Deal That Will Result in ‘Spider-Man’ Movies Being on Disney+ HT: ‘How I Met Your Father’: Hulu Announces ‘How I Met Your Mother’ Spin-Off Series Starring Hilary Duff Ben: New ‘Haunted Mansion’ Movie Coming From ‘Dear White People’ Director Justin Simien HT: Netflix is Reportedly Spending $17 Billion in Content in 2021 In Our Feature Presentation: Jacob: ‘Sasquatch’ Director Joshua Rofé Shares the Dangerous Details Behind the Enthralling New Hulu True Crime Series [Interview] All the other stuff you need to know: You can find more about all the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked inside the show notes. /Film Daily is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world of movies and television as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the popular podcast apps (RSS). Send your feedback, questions, comments and concerns to us at peter@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention the e-mail on the air. Please rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts, tell your friends and spread the word! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
22 Huhti 202146min
Water Cooler: The Mitchells vs. The Machines, Universal Studios Hollywood, Bad Trip, School of Rock, Happy Feet, Muppets Most Wanted, Bad Boys
On the April 21, 2021 episode of /Film Daily, /Film editor-in-chief Peter Sciretta is joined by /Film managing editor Jacob Hall, weekend editor Brad Oman, senior writer Ben Pearson, and writers Hoai-Tran Bui and Chris Evangelista to discuss what they’ve been up to at the Water Cooler. At The Water Cooler: What we’ve been Doing:Peter went to the reopening of Universal Studios Hollywood and experienced the new Secret Life of Pets: Off The Leash ride and the newly updated Jurassic World: The Ride. What we’ve been Reading:Jacob read Say Nothing by Patrick Radden Keefe. Chris read Jim Henson: The Biography by Brian Jay Jones. What we’ve been Watching:Peter watched Bad Trip and The Secret Life of Pets 2. Jacob started the new season of Top Chef and watched The Power and School of Rock. Ben watched Muppets Most Wanted, The Age of Innocence, The Man Who Knew Too Much (1956), and Bad Boys. Brad watched Pihu, Them and The Mitchells vs. The Machines. Hoai-Tran watched Happy Feet and Grey Gardens. What we’ve been Eating: Brad tried Lipton Brisk Zero Sugar Iced Tea What we’ve been Playing:Jacob played The Quest for El Dorado and Dice Throne. All the other stuff you need to know: You can find more about all the stories we mentioned on today’s show at slashfilm.com, and linked inside the show notes. /Film Daily is published every weekday, bringing you the most exciting news from the world of movies and television as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify and all the popular podcast apps (RSS). Send your feedback, questions, comments and concerns to us at peter@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention the e-mail on the air. Please rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts, tell your friends and spread the word! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
21 Huhti 20211h 22min
