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Executive Producer Eddie Rubin joins us to talk about THE FAREWELL. We learn how the film was deeply autobiographical, and, as Rubin reveals, those real-life connections extended well beyond the script: Director Lulu Wang's own grandmother was on set throughout filming, still unaware of her diagnosis. Rubin also takes us behind the scenes of the film's complicated production in China, including a moment when the crew was mistaken for making a propaganda film, putting their visas and the entire production at risk. Together, Rubin and Host Daniela Taplin-Lundberg reflect on the challenges of bringing ambitious independent films to life, the unexpected obstacles along the way, and why the impact these stories have on audiences makes it all worthwhile. Listen now to hear the international, behind-the-scenes story of THE FAREWELL. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Producers Ryan Heller and Alex Coco take us through the journey of CLUB KID, from the Cannes bidding war and Jordan Firstman’s burgeoning talent to the search for the perfect young co-star and the film’s upcoming release. Host Daniela Taplin Lundberg also shares her perspective on the film’s production process, having served as an executive producer on the project. Though CLUB KID is now generating plenty of buzz, the three reflect on a time when investing in Firstman was considered a total out-of-left-field move, and why they ultimately believed the script was a risk worth taking. Buy tickets now to CLUB KID in theaters this Friday, November 6th! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Director Neil Burger joins us to talk about his classic film LIMITLESS. He takes us through the film's central image of the fractal, including the unique camera techniques it took to capture the theoretical mathematical structure through a practical film lens. Burger also reflects on Bradley Cooper's performance in his first true starring role, as well as the courtship rituals it took to get Robert De Niro onboard the project. In the years since its release, LIMITLESS has become a household name, and a project that Burger is still finding new things to love about. Tune in this week as we break our own limits to examine LIMITLESS. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Producer David Permut and Executive Producer Alex Astrachan take us through the unique production process of THE INVITE. The producers recount the many twists and turns along the way, including the original version starring Pedro Pascal, Tessa Thompson, Amy Adams, and Paul Rudd, which was derailed by the writers’ and actors’ strikes. After years of setbacks, Olivia Wilde came aboard to direct, bringing together a new cast of Seth Rogen, Penélope Cruz, Edward Norton, and Wilde herself. Listen now as Permut and Astrachan take us behind the scenes of Olivia Wilde’s newest film and the unconventional path that brought it to life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Writers Todd Bartels and Lou Howe join us to explore the ingredients that went into bringing Anthony Bourdain's story to the screen in TONY. Howe and Bartels take us through their writing process, including the monumental decision to hyperfocus on a single summer in Bourdain's life, rather than a sweeping coverage of his legacy. Howe and Bartels also recall the additions of Matt Johnson as director and Dominic Sessa & Antonio Banderas as actors, which added the metaphorical salt, pepper, and cumin that the film needed. Take a listen to hear the story of telling the story of a pivotal summer in the life of Anthony Bourdain. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.