The Boys Season 4 Approaches The Show's Endgame, Plus An Interview With Showrunner Eric Kripke
On the June 13, 2024 episode of /Film Daily, /Film editor Ben Pearson is joined by /Film editor Jacob Hall to talk about The Boys season 4 and present an interview with showrunner Eric Kripke.In Our Feature Presentation: The Boys Season 4 Review: The Superhero Series Gets Mired In MiseryEric Kripke interviewListener email: Jerry in Ohio writes: Hi Ben & Slash Film crew! Ben and Jacob mentioned reading some books on a recent Water Cooler episode. When I was working in the office I used to always have a book on me to read. Now that I’m working from home I have so many distractions that I haven’t read anything in years. I am going to get back to reading. Do you buy physical books or are you reading on a Kindle or other device?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 TV as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.Send your feedback, questions, comments, concerns, and mailbag topics to us at bpearson@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention your e-mail on the air.Please take a moment to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - that helps us out a lot. And tell your friends about the show! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
13 Jun 202428min
Water Cooler: Red Harvest, Oddity, Graveyard Shift, Speed, and More
On the June 12, 2024 episode of /Film Daily, /Film editor Ben Pearson is joined by /Film editor and chief film critic Chris Evangelista to gather around the virtual water cooler and talk about what they’ve been up to.In the Water Cooler:What we’ve been Doing:Ben spoke with a bunch of composers about the art of thematic scoring.What we’ve been Reading:Ben read Red Harvest by Dashiell Hammett.What we’ve been Watching:Chris watched Inside Out 2, Godzilla x Kong, Graveyard Shift, and Oddity (in theaters July 19th). (Chris’s Stephen King ranking)Ben watched John Early: Now More Than Ever, Speed, and Blonde Fever.What we’ve been Eating:What we’ve been Playing:Ben listened to David Newman’s Serenity score on vinyl.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 TV as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.Send your feedback, questions, comments, concerns, and mailbag topics to us at bpearson@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention your e-mail on the air.Please take a moment to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - that helps us out a lot. And tell your friends about the show! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
12 Jun 202426min
How Tarot Became 2024's Sneaky Horror Box Office Hit
On the June 11, 2024 episode of /Film Daily, /Film editor Ben Pearson is joined by /Film staff writer Ryan Scott to present an interview with Scott Glassgold, one of the producers of Tarot.In The News: Blink Filmmakers Talk About Their New Horror Short, Possibly Adapting It Into A Feature, And More [Interview]Tarot Is 2024's Sneaky Horror Box Office Hit - Here's How Sony Made It HappenAll 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 TV as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.Send your feedback, questions, comments, concerns, and mailbag topics to us at bpearson@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention your e-mail on the air.Please take a moment to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - that helps us out a lot. And tell your friends about the show! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
11 Jun 202425min
Bad Boys: Ride Or Die Slightly Exceeds Expectations, and Other Stories From The Box Office
On the June 10, 2024 episode of /Film Daily, /Film editor Ben Pearson is joined by /Film staff writer Ryan Scott to talk about the weekend’s box office numbers.In The News: Top 10 at the box officeBad Boys: Ride Or Die Provides Box Office Backup With $53 Million Opening Weekend40 Years Ago, Two Stone Cold '80s Classics Ruled The Box Office At The Same TimeListener email: Dan from Helensburgh Australia writes: Hey Ben and crew, I’m a big fan of the show. I thought Red Letter Media’s piece on cinema attendance was very well done. It talks about many of the same issues you and Ryan have spoken about on your show, as well as offering new opinions. Thought it might spur some interesting conversations.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 TV as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.Send your feedback, questions, comments, concerns, and mailbag topics to us at bpearson@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention your e-mail on the air.Please take a moment to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - that helps us out a lot. And tell your friends about the show! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
10 Jun 202431min
The Watchers Shows a Lot of Promise, Plus Interviews With Ishana Night Shyamalan and Dakota Fanning
On the June 7, 2024 episode of /Film Daily, /Film editor Ben Pearson is joined by /Film editor BJ Colangelo to talk about Ishana Night Shyamalan’s new movie The Watchers, and present interviews with Shyamalan and star Dakota Fanning.In Our Feature Presentation: The Watchers Review: Ishana Night Shyamalan's Nightmarish Folktale Is An Uneven But Promising DebutSpoiler free thoughtsSpoilersInterviewsAll 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 TV as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.Send your feedback, questions, comments, concerns, and mailbag topics to us at bpearson@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention your e-mail on the air.Please take a moment to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - that helps us out a lot. And tell your friends about the show! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
7 Jun 202440min
Water Cooler: RIP Scott Wampler, House of the Dragon Season 2, Armour of God, and More
On the June 6, 2024 episode of /Film Daily, /Film editor Ben Pearson is joined by /Film editor Jacob Hall to gather around the virtual water cooler and talk about what they’ve been up to.In the Water Cooler:What we’ve been Doing:Jacob wants to say a few words about Scott Wampler. What we’ve been Reading:Ben read Tough Without a Gun: The Life and Extraordinary Afterlife of Humphrey Bogart, by Stefan Kanfer.Jacob read the first six books in the Slough House series, the rest of the Three Body Problem books, and D-Day by Antony Beevor.What we’ve been Watching:Ben watched Three Coins in the Fountain and Armour of God.Jacob watched House of the Dragon season 2, Jeopardy! Masters, the new season of Top Chef, and In a Violent Nature.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 TV as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.Send your feedback, questions, comments, concerns, and mailbag topics to us at bpearson@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention your e-mail on the air.Please take a moment to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - that helps us out a lot. And tell your friends about the show! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
6 Jun 202435min
Star Wars: The Acolyte Delivers On Its Promises in Episodes 1 and 2
On the June 5, 2024 episode of /Film Daily, /Film editor Ben Pearson is joined by /Film editor Brad Oman and Star Wars expert and co-host of the Full of Sith podcast Bryan Young to talk about the first two episodes of The Acolyte.In Our Feature Presentation: The Acolyte Review: The Prequels Get Their Own Version Of The Force Awakens With This Star Wars SeriesBroad, spoiler-free reactions to the first two episodesEpisode 1Episode 2All 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 TV as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.Send your feedback, questions, comments, concerns, and mailbag topics to us at bpearson@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention your e-mail on the air.Please take a moment to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - that helps us out a lot. And tell your friends about the show! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
5 Jun 202436min
News Extravaganza: Marvel, Predator, Jurassic, Exorcist, and Much More
On the June 4, 2024 episode of /Film Daily, /Film editor Ben Pearson is joined by /Film staff writer and box office analyst Ryan Scott to talk about the latest film and TV news.In The News: New Predator Movie Badlands Brings In A Leading Lady With Sci-Fi ExperienceThe Venom 3 Trailer Makes Marvel's Multiverse Even More ConfusingParamount Pictures Is Merging With The Company Behind Its Biggest FranchiseGodzilla Minus One Gets A Surprise Drop On Netflix And DigitalOne Of The Best Sci-Fi Movies Ever Made Is Getting A Surprise Sequel300 Prequel TV Series In The Works, Director Zack Snyder To ReturnBill Skarsgard Will Return As Horror Icon Pennywise For 'It' Prequel Series On MaxChris Hemsworth Jumps From Animated Transformers To The Live-Action G.I. Joe CrossoverMahershala Ali Leaves Blade Fans Hanging, Joins New Jurassic World MovieJust Cause Movie Will Bring Video Game Chaos To Live-Action, Blue Beetle Director On BoardGiancarlo Esposito Joins Captain America: Brave New World Reshoots As A New VillainKnives Out 3 Adds A Marvel Star, And History Hints That He's The MurdererEvery Knives Out 3 Cast Member Has One Thing In Common – And It Could Hint At The PlotMike Flanagan's Exorcist Movie Will Stand Alone, Won't Be Sequel To BelieverNew Exorcist Director Mike Flanagan Is 'Terrified' To Be Taking On The Horror Classic [ATX Festival]Mike Flanagan's The Exorcist Won't Have One Of His Usual Director Trademarks [ATX Festival]Director Mike Flanagan's Hush Is Finally Getting A Physical Media Release [ATX Festival]Hollywood's Top TV Execs Are Happy About The Death Of Peak TV – Here's Why [ATX Festival]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 TV as well as deeper dives into the great features from slashfilm.com. You can subscribe to /Film Daily on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, and wherever you get your podcasts.Send your feedback, questions, comments, concerns, and mailbag topics to us at bpearson@slashfilm.com. Please leave your name and general geographic location in case we mention your e-mail on the air.Please take a moment to rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - that helps us out a lot. And tell your friends about the show! Thanks to Sam Hume for our logo.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
4 Jun 202441min
