Film Threat

Actor Justin Long and director Daniel Schechter team up for After Class, the story of a professor who defends his reputation over controversial behavior at his college. Do your homework and listen to a fun conversation about some serious issues. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Comedian Adam Carolla is featured in the documentary No Safe Spaces which explores the culture war being waged on college campuses and the internet. Adam discusses the doc, cancel culture and the First Amendment. Inevitably, hilarity ensues. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Actor and screenwriter Barak Hardley and director Brendan Walter are the creative team behind Spell, the most bizarre comedy of 2019. So let's chat about the Icelandic countryside, the supernatural, soul-searching and wrestling in the nude. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oscar-nominated actress Marianne Jean-Baptiste plays a lonely divorcee who visits a bewitching London store to find a dress that will change her life. She soon discovers the red dress is possessed. Marianne chats about this remarkably unsettling film. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Anton Yelchin left an indelible legacy as an actor. Love, Antosha explores his successes and his struggles. Filmmaker Garret Price discusses the documentary and the remarkable life of Anton. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Quentin Tarantino's first eight films are examined in Tara Wood's documentary QT8. From Reservoir Dogs to The Hateful Eight, actors and collaborators tell stories and reveal secrets of what it's like to work with the enigmatic director. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Director Tom Harper combines science and action in the true story of The Aeronauts. A balloon expedition in 1862 takes James Glaisher (Eddie Redmayne) and Amelia Wren (Felicity Jones) to heights never before reached by mankind in a perilous journey. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mark Ruffalo plays an attorney who uncovers a dark secret that connects a number of unexplained deaths to one of the world's largest corporations. Director Todd Haynes delivers a real-life thriller that will make you question your cookware. Seriously. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sigourney Weaver, Tim Allen, Sam Rockwell and the cast and crew of Galaxy Quest reunite in a brilliantly entertaining documentary. Never Surrender producer Roth Cornet tells us all about the film and how she got the band back together. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Filmmaker Nikhil Melnechuk explores the world of slam poetry in an uplifting, crowd-pleasing documentary called Don't Be Nice. The upstart Bowery Slam Poetry Team prepares for the national championships in a film that will make you stand up and cheer. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Charismatic entrepreneur Jack Sim is asked to secure 6 million toilets for the Clean India initiative. Documentarian Lily Zepeda follows Jack as he attempts to bring toilets to under-developed nations in a story that is both heartfelt and hysterical. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Happy Halloween! Chuck and Jennifer Foster recently attended the Brooklyn Horror Film Festival to see the best in horror including The Shed, Blood Quantum, Daniel Isn't Real and more. Will they survive? Listen to find out. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Legendary actor William Shatner stars in director Jared Cohn's mind-melting, action-horror film Devil's Revenge. Let's chat about indie horror, practical gore effects and the one thing you should never do if you meet Shatner. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Director Randall Batinkoff's Inside Game is the true story of the scandal involving NBA referee Tim Donaghy who bet on professional basketball games. Randall chats about gambling addiction, indie film, mob investigations, the FBI and the real story. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Documentary filmmaker and USC film professor Midge Costin examines how visionary directors work with sound designers. The doc features iconic films that changed the industry including Star Wars, Apocalypse Now, A Star is Born, The Godfather and includes conversations with the likes of Ben Burtt and others who changed the game. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Director Alice Waddington's debut feature is a sci-fi fairy tale--part Logan's Run by way of Alice in Wonderland. Alice tells us all about Paradise Hills, her boldly original vision about young women who band together to escape an idyllic island. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Halloween is upon us, so you need a good horror film! Along Came the Devil 2 is about a young woman who seeks help from a cleric when a demonic force terrorizes her town. Director Jason DeVan and his wife, actress Heather DeVan, discuss the movie, indie filmmaking, family, Joker and video games. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

I loved it! I hated it! The Film Threat team assembles to discuss issues facing fans and critics. Reviewers have gotten a bad rep lately and a lot of it is deserved. Star Wars, DC, Marvel movies have us so divided, so let's talk about it. And in the age of social media, do we even need movie critics? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The debate that began with Star Wars: The Last Jedi continues to divide fans. Do fans really want agendas woven into the fabric of their favorite franchises or have those messages always been there? Is Star Trek "woke" or has the show always been progressive? And if we agree that we all love these franchises in spite of our differences, can we find common ground? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Comedic co-directors Jocelyn DeBoer and Dawn Luebbe play soccer moms who compete for approval and acceptance in a bizarre suburbia. Greener Grass is the most original comedy in years and Jocelyn and Dawn reveal all in this... well, it's more of a tea party than an interview. Enjoy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Zombeavers director Jordan Rubin returns with the story of a newlywed couple terrorized by a drone possessed by a deranged serial killer. Jordan chats about stand up comedy, The Man Show, working with Jimmy Kimmel and his work on Comedy Central's Crank Yankers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Directing duo Conrad Vernon and Greg Tiernan deliver a fresh animated take on the Addams Family as Gomez, Morticia, Wednesday, Pugsley and Uncle Fester square off against a crazed reality TV host. Conrad and Greg talk about character design, working with Oscar Isaac and their previous film Sausage Party. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Actor Zachary Ray Sherman plays an isolated and unstable man who becomes increasingly unhinged as he explores the hateful rhetoric of an online alt-right community. Director Rob Lambert delivers a powerful and shocking film that led to Zach's win as best actor at the Oldenburg International Film Festival. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

HA! HA! HA! HA! Do not listen to this until you have seen Joker. Chris Gore and guest Bobby Schwartz continue their conversation in this spoiler-filled review. You have been warned. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Todd Phillips' controversial film based on DC Comics greatest villain continues to spark outrage. No one questions the incredible performance by Joaquin Phoenix but is the world ready for a shockingly violent, gritty comic book movie? Host Chris Gore and guest Bobby Schwartz chat about Joker in this non-spoiler review. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Documentary filmmaker Bill Haney explores the life of scientist and badass Jim Allison who went up against the medical establishment to find a cure for cancer. Bill talks making docs, real American heroes, the health crisis in the US and Jim's remarkable achievement. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Filmmaker David Marmor's feature film debut 1BR premieres at Beyond Fest and audiences are sure to be shocked when they see this controversial indie. David chats about cats, creating suspense and finding a 1 bedroom apartment in Los Angeles. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In his documentary Fat, health expert Vinnie Tortorich exposes the history behind widespread myths about healthy eating, fat and weight loss. With the popularity of so many food and heath docs, Chris Gore seeks real answers from Vinnie along with guest co-host Jessica Del Pino from Whole Function Wellness. Prepare for real talk about calories, carbs, losing weight and creating healthy habits built to last a lifetime. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Director Rob Zombie's follow up to House of 1,000 Corpses and The Devil's Rejects, 3 From Hell features the further adventures of crazed killers Baby Firefly (Sherrie Moon Zombie), Captain Spaulding (Sid Haig) and Otis Driftwood (Bill Moseley) who unleash bloody mayhem after escaping from prison. Legendary actor Bill Moseley spills his guts in an interview that will chill you to the bone. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A Quiet Place screenwriters Scott Beck and Bryan Woods return with Haunt, their co-writing and directing debut. The story of a group of friends who visit an extreme Halloween haunted house and attempt to survive, Haunt is horrifying. Beck & Woods chat about haunted houses, working with John Krasinski and that Star Wars pitch meeting with LucasFilm. Hilarity ensues. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Director Chelsea Stardust brings old school horror back just in time for Halloween! Satanic Panic is the story of Sam (Hayley Griffith), a pizza delivery driver who gets mixed up with a group of Satanists looking for a sacrifice. Chelsea chats about 80s horror, gore effects, zombies, Monsterpalooza and her amazing cast including Rebecca Romijn and Jerry O'Connell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Documentary filmmaker Liza Mandelup follows 16 year-old Austyn Tester, a rising star in the world of digital celebrities. Austyn builds his social media following on optimism and teen girl adoration as he attempts to escape a dead-end life in rural Tennessee. Liza discusses doc filmmaking, social media, Austyn, and making friends in our increasingly digital life. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

America's greatest onion rings are made by Minnesota native Larry Lang. But do we really need a documentary about these delicious rings? And can obsessively working on a movie become an addiction on the level of gambling and alcohol? Join the filmmakers behind The Ringmaster, Zachary Capp, Molly Dworsky and Dave Newberg for answers to these questions and possibly the secret recipe. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Is the Untitled Amazing Johnathan Documentary playing a magic trick on its audience? Director Ben Berman and the Amazing Johnathan speak to Chris Gore about this bizarre, funny, poignant and original documentary. BONUS! The Amazing Johnathan performs a magic trick in which you, the listener, can participate -- a Film Threat podcast first! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Daniel Harlow is a publicist, marketing expert and tech guru. Through his company Bunker 15 Films, Daniel has researched the state of indie film and there's good and bad news for independent filmmakers today. So let's chat about the state of indie film, dealing with critics, challenges facing indies and how to get good reviews. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ace Ventura: Pet Detective, Liar, Liar, The Nutty Professor and Bruce Almighty round out the comedy resume of director Tom Shadyac. His latest is the inspirational true story of Brian Banks, an all-American football star whose life is upended when he's wrongly convicted of a crime. Tom talks Banks, our broken justice system, the California Innocence Project and the NFL. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Star Wars and Marvel movies have divided fandom! And here's the big question: In the age of social media, do we even need movie critics anymore? Chris Gore moderates as April Wahlin (novelist), Steele Saunders (Steele Wars), Robert Meyer Burnett (Robservations), and Film Threat staffers Alan Ng, Dante James and Anthony Ray Bench talk back! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The remarkable sci-fi short film FTL has the big-budget feel of a Hollywood blockbuster but it was actually made on micro-budget. So how did director Adam Stern deliver such a terrific film with so little money? This short interview about Adam's short has all the answers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Light years ahead of its time, Buzz was groundbreaking, confronting audiences with questions we continue to grapple with today. MTV's short-lived documentary series Buzz is as relevant now as it was in 1990 when it first aired. Show creator Mark Pellington (director of indies Arlington Road, The Mothman Prophecies) reveals the incredible story behind this influential cult series. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

San Diego Comic-Con celebrates its 50th anniversary this year! And indie filmmaker Kyle Newman's modern classic Fanboys, about Star Wars fans on a journey to Skywalker Ranch, celebrates its 10th anniversary. So let's talk to Kyle about all things Comic-Con, Episode IX and the sometimes dysfunctional relationship fandom has with Star Wars. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Best known for playing Mona on TV's Pretty Little Liars, actress and Instagram sensation Janel Parrish takes the lead in a brutal and gruesome horror film. Trespassers is an Airbnb nightmare come to life, though Janel prefers to call it a "scare bnb." So let's talk about the worst vacation ever. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Marc Maron heads up a stellar cast in a story about a pawnshop owner who meets a couple trying to hawk a Civil War-era sword. Hilarity ensues, of course. We chat with filmmaker Lynn Shelton (Humpday, Your Sister's Sister) about comedy, screenwriting, improv, directing, trusting your actors and working with Marc on Sword of Trust. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Marvel Phase 3 comes to a close with Spider-Man: Far From Home. Prepare for Mysterio, Jake Gyllenhaal, J. Jonah Jameson, Ned and Peter Parker's tingles. The future of the MCU hangs in the balance! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hereditary director Ari Aster returns to shock audiences with Midsommar. Chris Gore and special guest Norman Gidney from HorrorBuzz attempt to process and dissect what is sure to be one of 2019's most polarizing films. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lo-fi indie sci-fi continues to amaze with hidden gems like The Capture, a feature about a group of scientists who perform an unethical experiment bending both space and time. Writer/Director (and former Film Threat writer) James Agnew engages in a frank chat with Chris Gore about the truths surrounding screenwriting, Sundance, movie critics, and beer. Hilarity ensues. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In 1989 Tracy Edwards led the first all-female crew in the Whitbread Round the World Race, a grueling yachting competition covering 33,000 miles and lasting nine months. Filmmaker Alex Holmes is joined by Tracy for a compelling conversation about what it takes to endure this brutal race and to produce a documentary about it years later. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A cynical counselor at a crisis hotline finds himself in a life or death situation when a young man calls and threatens to kill three people and then himself. Director Mark Schwab explains everything about his indie thriller, Crisis Hotline. And we promise no spoilers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Toxic Avenger creator and Troma Films co-founder Lloyd Kaufman is an indie film legend. And if you don't believe he's a legend, you will after this interview. So let's talk to the outspoken maverick filmmaker about the state of independent film, Class of Nuke 'Em High, James Gunn, Poultrygeist, Guardians of the Galaxy, and Tromeo and Juliet and everything in Tromaville. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Filmmaker Tarek Mounib travels to the heart of MAGA country in the US to offer a diverse group of Americans a free trip to Egypt. What follows is a journey of understanding with moments of heartfelt hilarity. Tarek discusses what inspired him to put on a red hat and embark on this adventure. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Professor X, Cyclops, Mystique, Magneto and more mutants face their greatest threat yet... Jean Grey. Chris Gore and Alan Ng review Dark Phoenix. Mutant and proud! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.