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The Movie Geeks explore one of the great achievements in cinematic history
with assorted cast and crew of James Cameron's epic AVATAR.


Actor Stephen Lang
James Cameron biographer Rebecca Keegan
Actress CCH Pounder

 
   


The Movie Geeks trace the extraordinary life and career of acclaimed filmmaker Roman Polanski
with special guests including director Brett Ratner (Rush Hour);
Bobbie O'Steen, the wife of Polanski's late editor Sam O'Steen (Chinatown, Rosemary's Baby, Frantic); cinematography great William A. Fraker (Rosemary's Baby); and critic Keith Uhlich.
Also featured will be highlights from the Geeks’ January 2008 interview with Marina Zenovich,
director of the 2008 documentary Roman Polanski: Wanted and Desired


Listen in here.

 



The Movie Geeks speak with actor Matthew Broderick concerning his extraordinary career,
as well as his new film 'Wonderful World'.


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The Movie Geeks review their top twenty favorite films of the past twenty years.

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The Cinematic Legacy of Paul Schrader
  Explore the greatest modern movie classics as the Movie Geeks examine
a diverse range of titles and speak to the creative talents who brought them to life
.

Michael Mann's
HEAT
Martin Scorsese's
CASINO



   

The Cinematic Legacy of Paul Schrader
  They're the classics that continue to leave an indelible mark on the history of cinema.  
In this series, we investigate the artistry behind their enduring power
.

Gone With the Wind
Last Tango in Paris
Psycho


  


Featuring exclusive interviews with Howard Deutch,  who directed the John-penned
Pretty in Pink  (1987), Some Kind of Wonderful (1987), and The  Great  Outdoors (1988);
Alisan Porter, who played the title role in Curly Sue (1991), which John wrote and directed;
Edie McClurg, who played Grace the  secretary in Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (1986) and a
car-rental agent in Planes, Trains & Automobiles  (1987); composer Ira Newborn, who scored
Weird  Science (1985), Ferris Bueller, Planes, Trains and Uncle Buck;
and casting director Jackie Burch (Sixteen Candles and The Breakfast Club).

 You can hear the tribute right here.



 


It's Hollywood's biggest night year after year, and Movie Geeks United! celebrates
with prediction specials, roundtable discussions and exclusive nominee interviews.

 Oscar 2009 Pre-Show
Oscar 2009 Short Film Nominee Interviews
Oscar 2009 Make Up Nominee Interviews
Oscar 2009 Prediction Special
Oscar 2009 'The Curious Case of Benjamin Button' Nominee Interviews






   
Actors Jon Voight (Coming Home), Burt Young (Rocky) and biographer Nick Dawson
(Being Hal Ashby:  Life of a Hollywood Rebel) stopped by the show to discuss the
release of Hal Ashby's recently discovered cut of the 1982 comedy 'Lookin' to Get Out'.

  The new cut, which Ashby completed and secretly donated to UCLA prior to his death,
provides film fans with yet another taste of Ashby's singular genius.

Marked by joyful and lively performances from  Voight and Young,
it also marks the feature film debut of a five-year old Angelina Jolie.  

  You can listen to the inside story of the film from the talents themselves right here.





The Cinematic Legacy of Paul Schrader
 
 'The Godfather' director speaks about his extraordinary career
and his new film 'Tetro' starring Vincent Gallo.

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Actors Jeff Goldblum (Adam Resurrected, The Fly), William Forsythe (Patty Hearst, Dick Tracy),
Dana Delaney (Light Sleeper, Housesitter), and Thomas G. Waites (Light of Day, The Warriors)
help the Movie Geeks pay tribute to one of the most daring cinematic artists of our time.  
Paul Schrader's contributions as a screenwriter are history-making (Taxi Driver, Raging Bull)
and his directorial efforts have consistently delivered some of the most challenging and
honest portrayals of the human condition ever produced on film.

Hear this can't-miss tribute episode right here.

Related links:  Movie Geeks United! interview director Paul Schrader




 

The Cinematic Legacy of Paul Schrader
  
Master filmmaker Brian DePalma chats with us about Redacted,
which has quickly become the most controversial film of his career.

Enjoy the conversation here.

Related links:  Movie Geeks United! tribute to Brian DePalma
Scarface: 25 Years Later





The Cinematic Legacy of Paul Schrader
  
Our in-depth tribute shows remain the cornerstone of Movie Geeks United!
Each program features exclusive interviews with the subject's close collaborators and friends,
as well as detailed insights into their remarkable roster of credits.  
These are essential podcasts for all film lovers.

 Movie Geeks United! tribute to David Lynch
Movie Geeks United! tribute to Al Pacino
Movie Geeks United! tribute to Alan J. Pakula
Movie Geeks United! tribute to Sidney Lumet





                                        Legacy of Paul Schrader

  
They're some of the most influential and beloved films of our time.
Drawing upon exclusive interviews with the minds and talents behind these cinematic masterworks,
the Movie Geeks explore what makes these films singular and timeless classics.

       
       
E.T.
      
Jaws
       
Eyes Wide Shut
       
The Big Lebowski
       
Empire of the Sun

       
McCabe & Mrs. Miller
       
The Godfather Trilogy

        
The Indiana Jones Trilogy
         
The Texas Chainsaw Massacre





 

The Cinematic Legacy of Paul Schrader
  
The quintessential New York actor Chazz Palminteri (A Bronx Tale, Analyze This)
discusses his love for independent cinema and much more.

Conversation with Chazz Palminteri




 

The Cinematic Legacy of Paul Schrader
  Acclaimed
actor Alan Rickman (Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves, Die Hard)
chats with the Movie Geeks about playing dispicable characters,
his love of theatre, and his role in Tim Burton's upcoming 'Alice in Wonderland'.

Conversation with Alan Rickman




  



   
Actor Armand Assante discusses his passion for the craft of acting, the roles
that have shaped his brilliant career, and the need for theater instruction in schools.

A conversation with Armand Assante.







   
Actors Peter Weller (Robocop, The Adventures of Buckarro Banzai)
and Catherine Mary Stewart (The Last Starfighter) help the Movie Geeks look back
at the seminal films that comprised the 1984 summer season..

The Summer of 1984


Related link:  
The Summer of 1983




   
Writer/director John Sayles chats about his film 'Honeydripper', as well as his
reputation and continued struggle as one of the most independent voices in cinema.

A conversation with John Sayles.






   
James Toback is one of the most original and daring of filmmakers.  
In this exciting and informative interview, Toback discusses his legendary career,
and his first documentary 'Tyson'.

A conversation with James Toback.



The Cinematic Legacy of Paul Schrader
  The Movie Geeks celebrate the 'Friday the 13th' series during a 3-hour special.
Featuring interviews with actors Betsy Palmer, Adrienne King, Ron Millkie
and Arlen Escarpeta, writer Victor Miller, and author Peter Bracke


Friday the 13th Tribute Show




 

The Cinematic Legacy of Paul Schrader
  One of the defining films of the independent film movement and one of the most
profitable films of all time, The Blair Witch Project became a phenomenon upon its release
and changed the way studios market their movies.  In this unprecendented program, the film's director Daniel Myrick and Eduardo Sanchez reunite with co-star Michael Williams
to discuss their experiences with their breakthrough film and the
stigma it's placed on the remainder of their careers
.

Enjoy the reunion show
here.




 

Celebrating the Art of Film Composition

  
The Movie Geeks are proud to bring you exclusive interviews
with many of the finest composers in the industry.  
Browse the links below for professional insights into this magical art. 

            John Debney
            
The Passion of the Christ

            Trevor Rabin
            
Race to Witch Mountain

            Michael Wandmacher
            
Punisher: War Zone

            
Alexandre Desplat
            
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button

            
Alex Wurman
            
Four Christmases

            
Elia Cmiral
            
Splinter

            
Paul Cantelon
            
W.

            
Austin Wintory
            
Captain Abu Raed

            
Mark Kilian
            
Traitor

            
Andrew Lockington
            
Journey to the Center of the Earth

            
Jeff Beal
            Appaloosa

            Ira Newborn
            The Naked Gun





Kevin Kiner
Star Wars: The Clone Wars

Terence Blanchard
Miracle at St. Anna

Marco Beltrami
3:10 to Yuma

Brian Tyler
Rambo

Christopher Lennertz
Alvin and the Chipmunks

Mark Mancina
Twister

Mark Isham
Lions for Lambs

Howard Shore
Eatern Promises

John Ottman
Valkyrie

Michael McCormick
The Shark is Still Working

Mychael Danna
(500) Days of Summer


Steve Bramson
Don McKay
 

 

                                                              
 


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