Retake with John Horn

In this episode: With the Academy Awards just two weeks away, another chance to hear conversations John's had with some leading Oscar nominees. Today we have the writer/director of "Tár," Todd Field, and its star Cate Blanchett. The film has six Oscar nominations, including best picture, best director and best actress. And also, filmmaker Laura Poitras, nominated for her documentary "All the Beauty and the Bloodshed."

In this week's episode: John does an extended interview with Baz Luhrmann where they discuss his new movie Elvis and the challenge of recreating Presley's old footage.

In this week's episode: Just a few weeks before the Oscars, we’re taking a deep dive into the best documentary category. I talk to two of the nominees: Director Sara Dosa, who made FIRE OF LOVE, DOSA. Then, director Daniel Roher, who’s behind NAVALNY…

This week: why New York Times film critic Manohla Dargis is optimistic about women in the film world, for the first time… Plus, does female success have to come at the cost of male ego? That’s the premise of a movie, Fair Play, which sold to Netflix for 20 million dollars at Sundance. I talk to its writer/director, Chloe Domont But first, there was some pretty big news this week about Alec Baldwin and the fatal shooting on the Rust set in 2021. I spoke about it in my weekly entertainment news chat with LAist Morning Edition host Susanne Whatley. Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.

In this week's episode: John Horn just got back from a cold, crowded Sundance Film Festival where he got to interview some great actors and filmmakers. One of those conversations: actor, writer, comedian and now first-time filmmaker, Randall Park. His movie Shortcomings is based on the graphic novel of the same name by Adrian Tomine, which he first came across in 2007. Plus my conversation with Sundance programmer John Nein - one of the people who decides what gets into the festival – and what doesn’t. Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.

In this episode: A wide-ranging conversation John had before I left L.A. with three friends and collaborators who also all happen to be Oscar-winning filmmakers. Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.

In this episode: The awards show that must not be named… happened, after one-year broadcast ban. And another awards granting body - one more worthy of your attention - the Screen Actors Guild - announced its nominees. Rian Johnson talks Glass Onion. Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.

In this episode: New reports about Hollywood’s hiring practices show few gains for women. Plus, my two top movies of 2022 - one a narrative film, and one a documentary - that I’d recommend you seek out. You’ll hear my conversation with veteran Harry Turner, the subject of the incredibly moving documentary “Wildcat”. But first, my interview with writer/director Sarah Polley. Her new movie, “Women Talking,” is a work of fiction. But I believe it holds many truths, especially in its powerful depiction of how women are marginalized, and what it really means to be a male ally. “Women Talking” is also a beautiful film to watch. Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.

In this episode: Filmmaker James Cameron on his new movie "Avatar: The Way of Water" and the future of the film business. Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.

In this episode: The former studio chief and Oscar-winning producer was convicted of rape, forced oral copulation and sexual misconduct involving a woman known as "Jane Doe 1." The jury was unable to reach a verdict on several other counts. Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.

In this episode: A look ahead to next year's awards shows… Plus, two compelling documentaries that are worth seeking out. “The Stranger at the Gate” tells the story of a U-S Marine with a plan to bomb a mosque. The compassion he was met with from the members of the congregation set him on a very different path Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.

In this episode: As we await a verdict in Harvey Weinstein’s sexual assault trial in Los Angeles, some new lawsuits have been filed against Bill Cosby and filmmaker James Toback in New York. Plus, my conversation with writer, comedian and actor Kumail Nanjiani about his new Hulu series, “Welcome to Chippendales” and why he was reluctant at first to take on the role. And I'll speak with Anna Diop, star of "Nanny," a horror film centered on a recent immigrant from Senegal working as a caregiver for a family in New York City.

In this episode: It’s one thing to eat turkey. It’s another thing to release one. A Thanksgiving Disney disaster. Plus, John talks to Emma Corrin, star of a new steamy remake of once-banned Lady Chatterley’s lover, still controversial after almost a hundred years. But first, one woman’s crusade to expose the family that helped fuel the opioid crisis and remove their name from famous museums, as documented by Oscar-winning director Laura Poitras Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.

In this episode: The latest in the legal fallout of the fatal on-set shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins last year… Plus, I’ll talk with filmmaker Noah Baumbach about his new movie “White Noise," an adaptation of Don DeLillo’s 1985 novel of the same name, starring Greta Gerwig and Adam Driver. And I'll chat with comedian Chris Estrada about his Hulu series “This Fool,” set in his hometown of South L.A. This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

In this bonus episode: You may have heard the big news that after losing billions of dollars on its streaming platforms, Disney CEO Bob Chapek was fired Sunday night. The new boss is the same as the old boss…Bob Iger. He ran the company from 2005 until he announced his retirement in 2020, when Chapek took over. The news broke during the Disney Plus live broadcast of Elton John’s concert at Dodger Stadium, which was supposed to be a big night for Chapek, in a much better way. This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

On this week’s episode – “Wakanda Forever” is a box office bright spot, but most other films just aren’t filling seats. Plus, the new movie “She Said” is about the New York Times reporters who broke the Harvey Weinstein story and helped launch the Me Too movement. I’ll talk with Zoe Kazan, one of the stars of the film. This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

In this episode: What the Walt Disney Company’s latest earnings report tells us about how the entertainment industry is trying to reinvent itself - and how it’s going so far. Plus, John talks with the director and co-writer of the first-ever German film adaptation of “All Quiet on the Western Front.” This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

In this episode: One bright spot at the box office? Horror films are making a killing. Plus, actor Jeremy Strong of HBO’s Succession fame, talks about his new movie “Armageddon Time,” and why he says acting sometimes requires accessing your worst potential. This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

In this week's episode: An opera about an enslaved Islamic scholar from Michael Abels, the composer of Jordan Peele's horror films. Plus, Tar is writer/director Todd Field's first film in 15 years... He wrote it for Cate Blanchett, who jumped at the demanding role. This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

On this week’s episode – after multiple arrests, allegations of grooming, and felony burglary charges, why is Warner Brothers still standing by Ezra Miller? Plus, a fascinating new documentary breaks down the ways that women in film are objectified through shot design. This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

In this episode of Retake: Why are so many studio executives are reluctant to greenlight movies that aren’t sequels, spinoffs, or remakes? Plus, the new film “Till” centers on one of America’s most notorious lynchings - the killing of 14-year-old Emmett Till in 1955. The film’s director, Chinonye Chukwu explains her decision not to depict any physical violence on screen. This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

In this edition of Retake: Will movie theater attendance ever return to pre-pandemic levels? One huge chain says not anytime soon. Plus, the documentary “Battleground” profiles some of the activists who fought to overturn Roe v. Wade -- and what the consequences of their victory might mean… This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

In this week’s episode: nearly a year after actor Alec Baldwin shot and killed cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the New Mexico set of Rust, prosecutors say criminal charges might be imminent. Also, my conversation with director Gina Prince-Bythewood about her new film - “The Woman King.” It’s a movie that she says wouldn’t have gotten made were it not for its star - Viola Davis. This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

On this week’s episode: the impact of the true crime podcast “Serial” on the case it delved into and on the podcast landscape. Plus, my conversation with Abigail Disney about her documentary that calls out her own family’s company for failing to pay workers a living wage. This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

In this episode of Retake: Five years after the Me Too movement began, powerful male figures in the industry continue to be identified - and convicted - like disgraced R&B star R. Kelly. Plus, I talk to documentary filmmaker Brett Morgen, whose past subjects include Jane Goodall and Kurt Cobain. His new documentary about David Bowie is designed to tell you more about your own life than about his. This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

In this episode of Retake: a preview of this year’s Emmy Awards, which air on Monday, because, well, Sunday Night Football is more important to NBC. Plus, a taste of my conversations with some of the actors and filmmakers who premiered their films at the Telluride Film Festival this past weekend in Colorado. This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

On this week's episode: bankruptcy is on the horizon for the second-largest movie theater chain... Plus, an interview with the director of the latest hit streaming series from Korea - Extraordinary Attorney Woo - which is continuing to draw in new viewers on Netflix... This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

In this episode: The latest developments in the ongoing streaming wars Plus: "The Territory," a new documentary about the fate of the Brazilian Amazon, co-created by members of the indigenous community who are fighting to protect it. Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live. This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people. (Music courtesy of: ItsWatR from Pixabay, RalphReal from YouTube)

In this episode: John interviews actress and producer Aubrey Plaza. Plus: What's going on at Warner Bros. Discovery, and the best book about Hollywood. Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live. This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people. (Music by: ItsWatR from Pixabay, RalphReal from YouTube)

The Frame is now Retake with John Horn! In this episode: John interviews comedian Jo Koy of Easter Sunday. Plus: Will 2022 mark the peak of the ‘peak TV’ era? And John's thoughts on HBO Max and the underrepresentation of Latinos. Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live. This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

The Frame is now Retake with John Horn! In our first episode: John chats with writer / director Jordan Peele about his new sci-fi thriller “Nope”. Plus, John's take on the lasting legacy of Die Hard, and a look ahead to the three big fall film festivals. Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live. This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

Introducing Human/Nature, from LAist Studios, a podcast with a wild yet inspiring thesis: if you step outside and reconnect with nature in your own city, you’ll feel better, reconnect with yourself, and find your place in the world. This podcast will empower you to reclaim your attention.  In Episode 1, host and nature activist Marcos Trinidad talks with Jenny Odell, an artist and author of the book, “How to Do Nothing: Resisting the Attention Economy.” O’Dell talks about birdwatching, the repose of Oakland’s bustling Morcom Rose Garden and why seeing a Wilson’s Warbler always puts her in a good mood. Human Nature is sponsored by BetterHelp and our listeners get 10% off their first month of online therapy at BetterHelp.com/nature Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live. This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

We don’t know yet how the entertainment industry will adapt and respond to the traumas of 2020 when production resumes full time. But from an Oscar winning director to gig workers behind the scenes, there’s broad agreement that not everything in Hollywood should return to the “good old days.”   Hollywood, The Sequel sponsors include: Korea Tourism: Visit Korea and experience delicious food, vibrant cities, and natural beauty. Please visit https://www.visitkorea.com.my/ Caltech: Cal Tech Science Exchange provides trustworthy answers, clear explanations, and fact-driven conversation on critical topics in science and technology. Please visit scienceexchange.caltech.edu 

As the Frame is on hiatus, we are sharing the new show by John Horn, "Hollywood, The Sequel." The limited-run podcast series asks some of the entertainment industry’s most influential artists and executives how Hollywood could and should reinvent itself. We don’t know yet how the entertainment industry will adapt and respond to the traumas of 2020 when production resumes full time. But from an Oscar winning director to gig workers behind the scenes, there’s broad agreement that not everything in Hollywood should return to the “good old days.”   Hollywood, The Sequel sponsors include: Korea Tourism: Visit Korea and experience delicious food, vibrant cities, and natural beauty. Please visit https://www.visitkorea.com.my/ Caltech: Cal Tech Science Exchange provides trustworthy answers, clear explanations, and fact-driven conversation on critical topics in science and technology. Please visit scienceexchange.caltech.edu 

As the Frame is on hiatus, we are sharing the new show by John Horn, "Hollywood, The Sequel." The limited-run podcast series asks some of the entertainment industry’s most influential artists and executives how Hollywood could and should reinvent itself. Screenwriter Akiva Goldsman and Casting Director David Rubin predict how the crises of 2020 will be represented by Hollywood’s storytellers, from scripting to casting. And Indie filmmaker Ana Lydia Monaco tells how she was able to shoot a short film in July, despite the challenges of Covid-19 safety protocols.  

Screenwriter Akiva Goldsman and Casting Director David Rubin predict how the crises of 2020 will be represented by Hollywood’s storytellers, from scripting to casting. And Indie filmmaker Ana Lydia Monaco tells how she was able to shoot a short film in July, despite the challenges of Covid-19 safety protocols.  

Glenn Close is hoping for a new “golden age of storytelling;” costume designer Ruth Carter is hoping for a new Hollywood with a much wider world view. But if there’s one thing they have in common, it’s that they can’t wait to get back to work. Hollywood, The Sequel sponsors include: Watch Emmy®-eligible programs from HBO at hbofyc.com With critically acclaimed dramas and insightful documentaries. FX Networks has important content to help understand the world today. The limited series “Mrs. America,” with Cate Blanchett and Sarah Paulson explores the movement to ratify the Equal Rights Amendment and the backlash that shifted the political landscape. And the documentary “AKA Jane Roe” reveals the complex truth behind Norma McCorvey’s role in America’s abortion debate. Available on Hulu, and also for Emmy consideration at https://www.fxnetworks.com/fyc

As the Frame is on hiatus, we are sharing the new show by John Horn, "Hollywood, The Sequel." The limited-run podcast series asks some of the entertainment industry’s most influential artists and executives how Hollywood could and should reinvent itself. Glenn Close is hoping for a new “golden age of storytelling;” costume designer Ruth Carter is hoping for a new Hollywood with a much wider world view. But if there’s one thing they have in common, it’s that they can’t wait to get back to work. Hollywood, The Sequel sponsors include: Watch Emmy®-eligible programs from HBO at hbofyc.com With critically acclaimed dramas and insightful documentaries. FX Networks has important content to help understand the world today. The limited series “Mrs. America,” with Cate Blanchett and Sarah Paulson explores the movement to ratify the Equal Rights Amendment and the backlash that shifted the political landscape. And the documentary “AKA Jane Roe” reveals the complex truth behind Norma McCorvey’s role in America’s abortion debate. Available on Hulu, and also for Emmy consideration at https://www.fxnetworks.com/fyc

As the Frame is on hiatus, we are sharing the new show by John Horn, "Hollywood, The Sequel." The limited-run podcast series asks some of the entertainment industry’s most influential artists and executives how Hollywood could and should reinvent itself. Full Frontal’s” Samantha Bee and Ramy Youssef, of Hulu’s “Ramy,” are making us laugh despite the times we’re living in.  But in their different ways, each is also trying to be an agent for change in how, and by whom, stories are told on television.  Hollywood, The Sequel sponsors include: Watch Emmy®-eligible programs from HBO at hbofyc.com

Full Frontal’s” Samantha Bee and Ramy Youssef, of Hulu’s “Ramy,” are making us laugh despite the times we’re living in.  But in their different ways, each is also trying to be an agent for change in how, and by whom, stories are told on television.  Hollywood, The Sequel sponsors include: HBO: Watch Emmy®-eligible programs from HBO at hbofyc.com FX: With critically acclaimed dramas and insightful documentaries. FX Networks has important content to help understand the world today. The limited series “Mrs. America,” with Cate Blanchett and Sarah Paulson explores the movement to ratify the Equal Rights Amendment and the backlash that shifted the political landscape. And the documentary “AKA Jane Roe” reveals the complex truth behind Norma McCorvey’s role in America’s abortion debate. Available on Hulu, and also for Emmy consideration at https://www.fxnetworks.com/fyc

As the Frame is on hiatus, we are sharing the new show by John Horn, "Hollywood, The Sequel." The limited-run podcast series asks some of the entertainment industry’s most influential artists and executives how Hollywood could and should reinvent itself. When Netflix began its streaming service in 2008, the movie studios were happy to sell the company their old films and shows. In doing so, they ended up inadvertently creating their biggest rival. As Co-CEO and Chief Content officer Ted Sarandos says, being fast and nimble, and not fearing their bigger competitors, turned out to be Netflix's superpower. 

When Netflix began its streaming service in 2008, the movie studios were happy to sell the company their old films and shows. In doing so, they ended up inadvertently creating their biggest rival. As Co-CEO and Chief Content officer Ted Sarandos says, being fast and nimble, and not fearing their bigger competitors, turned out to be Netflix's superpower.  Hollywood, The Sequel sponsors include: HBO: Watch Emmy®-eligible programs from HBO at hbofyc.com FX: With critically acclaimed dramas and insightful documentaries. FX Networks has important content to help understand the world today. The limited series “Mrs. America,” with Cate Blanchett and Sarah Paulson explores the movement to ratify the Equal Rights Amendment and the backlash that shifted the political landscape. And the documentary “AKA Jane Roe” reveals the complex truth behind Norma McCorvey’s role in America’s abortion debate. Available on Hulu, and also for Emmy consideration at https://www.fxnetworks.com/fyc

As the Frame is on hiatus, we are sharing the new show by John Horn, "Hollywood, The Sequel." The limited-run podcast series asks some of the entertainment industry’s most influential artists and executives how Hollywood could and should reinvent itself. With the FX series "Pose," writer/director Janet Mock became the first trans woman of color to write and direct a TV episode. The show features more transgender actors in regular roles than any other scripted series. That kind of representation, Mock says, has real power to change attitudes and behavior toward trans people. She also believes that the industry gatekeepers are beginning to realize that she’s able to tell more than one kind of story.

As the Frame is on hiatus, we are sharing the new show by John Horn, "Hollywood, The Sequel." The limited-run podcast series asks some of the entertainment industry’s most influential artists and executives how Hollywood could and should reinvent itself. While the pandemic rages on,  “Homeland” director Lesli Linka Glatter is part of a select group crafting safety protocols designed to allow production to resume. But she’s worried about another danger--that some of the gains made in racial and gender equity will slip away. She’s calling on her peers and the studios to make a firm commitment to hire outside their comfort zones.

While the pandemic rages on,  “Homeland” director Lesli Linka Glatter is part of a select group crafting safety protocols designed to allow production to resume. But she’s worried about another danger--that some of the gains made in racial and gender equity will slip away. She’s calling on her peers and the studios to make a firm commitment to hire outside their comfort zones.

As the Frame is on hiatus, we are sharing the new show by John Horn, "Hollywood, The Sequel." The limited-run podcast series asks some of the entertainment industry’s most influential artists and executives how Hollywood could and should reinvent itself. For Hollywood executives trying to fix the industry’s diversity problem, producer and actor Gloria Calderon Kellett has a simple piece of advice: just do it--even if it means you have to work through your own discomfort. The showrunner of “One Day at a Time” points to her own writers’ room and cast as proof that it’s not a “favor” to hire a diverse team--it makes everybody’s storytelling richer and more honest.  Hollywood, The Sequel sponsors include: Stream We Are Freestyle Love Supreme beginning July 17, only on Hulu

For Hollywood executives trying to fix the industry’s diversity problem, producer and actor Gloria Calderon Kellett has a simple piece of advice: just do it--even if it means you have to work through your own discomfort. The showrunner of “One Day at a Time” points to her own writers’ room and cast as proof that it’s not a “favor” to hire a diverse team--it makes everybody’s storytelling richer and more honest.  Hollywood, The Sequel sponsors include: Stream We Are Freestyle Love Supreme beginning July 17, only on Hulu

As the Frame is on hiatus, we are sharing the new show by John Horn, "Hollywood, The Sequel." The limited-run podcast series asks some of the entertainment industry’s most influential artists and executives how Hollywood could and should reinvent itself. When work resumes in Hollywood, the business of show business will be very different, from how films are made, to where they’re shown, to what defines a box office hit. “Mulan” Producer Jason Reed is dealing with those challenges now, as he waits for the much-delayed release of his film. But he’s hopeful that some of the changes will lead to lasting solutions to Hollywood’s problems. He’s advocating for better financial support for the freelancers who are the backbone of Hollywood’s gig economy. He’s also calling for changes in the executive suites, so that more diverse voices can “shift the dominant paradigm.” Hollywood, The Sequel sponsors include: Stream We Are Freestyle Love Supreme beginning July 17, only on Hulu

When work resumes in Hollywood, the business of show business will be very different, from how films are made, to where they’re shown, to what defines a box office hit. “Mulan” Producer Jason Reed is dealing with those challenges now, as he waits for the much-delayed release of his film. But he’s hopeful that some of the changes will lead to lasting solutions to Hollywood’s problems. He’s advocating for better financial support for the freelancers who are the backbone of Hollywood’s gig economy. He’s also calling for changes in the executive suites, so that more diverse voices can “shift the dominant paradigm.” Hollywood, The Sequel sponsors include: Stream We Are Freestyle Love Supreme beginning July 17, only on Hulu

As the Frame is on hiatus, we are sharing the new show by John Horn, "Hollywood, The Sequel." The limited-run podcast series  asks some of the entertainment industry’s most influential artists and executives how Hollywood could and should reinvent itself. With his comedy series  “Black-ish” and  “#blackAF,” Kenya Barris has never avoided difficult conversations about race. Entertainment, especially comedy, he says, will push those conversations forward, but there need to be many more versions of what Black lives and other underrepresented experiences look like. Hollywood, The Sequel sponsors include: HBO: Watch Emmy®-eligible programs from HBO at hbofyc.com