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Director"s Club

A monthly show that reviews one film director per episode with the occasional bonus episode. Episodes 123-172 were hosted by Brad & Al. As of 2022, new episodes will be hosted by Jim and/or Bill. The spin-off show, B-Side Me, is also here (for now) which is all about music/bands!

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All Episodes

01:39:57

Episode 40: Noah Baumbach

Director"s Club ·

2012/08/18

Jim and Patrick reunite alongside guest and friend to the show Dan Solomon, a journalist that has written for a wide variety of news outlets including Austin Chronicle, Texas Observer, and Culture Map. We decide to talk about a filmmaker whose main strengths rely on screenwriting and characterization for this episode. Noah Baumbach first came onto the scene in the mid 90s with the cult Gen-X classic KICKING AND SCREAMING. Then we elaborate more on his even bigger success a decade later with the

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02:19:35

Episode 39: Richard Lester

Director"s Club ·

2012/07/31

This week Director’s Club has film buff and hobbyist filmmaker Greg David talking with Patrick about highly influential American-turned-Brit director Richard Lester. The films we focus on capture the many sides of this unique director, from the French new-wave inspired pure joy of A Hard Day’s Night (where the template for the modern music video was born) to the unexpectedly touching and heartfelt Robin and Marian, which simultaneously tells a rousing adventure story while capturing deep feelings of

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02:56:18

Episode 38: Lars Von Trier

Director"s Club ·

2012/07/18

Kurt Halfyard returns once again, alongside film blogger Matt Marko as they join Jim (sans Patrick this week) to talk about the controversial provocateur Lars Von Trier. Despite touching upon a few of his films throughout the conversation, we mainly focus on the stylistic film noir EUROPA as well as the highly acclaimed BREAKING THE WAVES. In addition, Kurt revisits E.T, Jim reviews Oliver Stone's latest film SAVAGES, and Matt touches on Aaron Sorkin's THE NEWSROOM.In about a week, Patrick will be

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02:19:48

Episode 37: Ridley Scott

Director"s Club ·

2012/07/01

Sean Dwyer of Film Junk Podcast joins us to talk about the prolific and widely acclaimed filmmaker Ridley Scott. Despite touching upon a few of his films throughout the conversation, we mainly focus on the sci-fi classic BLADE RUNNER as well as the Oscar-winning GLADIATOR.. In addition, Sean gives us a review of THE AMAZING SPIDER-MAN, Jim talks SEEKING A FRIEND FOR THE END OF THE WORLD, and Patrick proclaims MOONRISE KINGDOM as the best film of the year so far!In about two weeks we will be talking

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01:49:57

Episode 36: Jane Campion

Director"s Club ·

2012/06/12

Steven Ray Morris returns to talk with us about New Zealand director Jane Campion. Despite touching upon a few of her films throughout the conversation, we mainly focus on THE PIANO and IN THE CUT in particular. In addition, Steven reviews a show he's been wathing on Netflix, Jim revisits BLOW-OUT, and Patrick talks BEFORE STONEWALL and an Aerobicsploitation movie!!In about two weeks we will be talking with Sean Dwyer from Film Junk as we discuss Ridley Scott. Please be sure to leave us a

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01:50:14

Episode 35: Paul Thomas Anderson

Director"s Club ·

2012/05/30

Steve Prokopy AKA Capone from Ain’t It Cool News, joins us for a live discussion on the incredible Paul Thomas Anderson, a well-respected master of filmmaking. Despite touching upon all five of his films throughout the conversation, we mainly focus on MAGNOLIA and THERE WILL BE BLOOD in particular. In addition, Steve reviews CHERNOBYL DIARIES, Jim finally watched FIVE EASY PIECES, and Patrick continues his J-horror journey with UZUMAKI (Spiral). In about two weeks we will be talking with

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02:27:02

Episode 34: David Fincher

Director"s Club ·

2012/05/22

Renn Brown of CHUD.com returns to talk with us about a true auteur, the great David Fincher. We focus on the 1999 cult classic FIGHT CLUB as well as the critically-acclaimed 2007 true crime procedural, ZODIAC and then touch upon a couple other films as well. Renn reviews BATTLESHIP, Jim praises Richard Linklater's latest BERNIE, and finally Patrick wraps things up with a discussion about J-horror and the American remake of THE RING. In about a week we will be talking live with Steve Prokopy

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02:06:56

Bonus Episode: Superhero Movies

Director"s Club ·

2012/05/14

Hello true believers! While our Fincher episode may a little late, never fear, for a bonus episode on superhero movies is here to save the day! Patrick teamed up with humorist and comic book nerd Daniel Kibblesmith to take on the history of the genre and how it lead to Marvel's latest mega-blockbuster, THE AVENGERS. In depth conversation on the Superman films, the Batman films, and how the one-two punch of X-MEN and Spider-Man lead to the current golden age of superhero movies. Also discussed:

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19:54

Bonus Episode: Andrew Davis Interview

Director"s Club ·

2012/04/23

For this special 20-minute bonus episode, Jim interviews director Andrew Davis (The Fugitive, Under Seige, Above the Law, Holes) to talk about his debut film from 1978, STONY ISLAND which is being released on DVD & VOD on April 24th. We learn about how the film was made, and its cultural significance including how Andrew got his start in the business. In addition, we briefly discuss memories of filming THE FUGITIVE here in the city of Chicago back in the early 90s as well. STONY ISLAND was

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02:51:00

Episode 33: Michael Mann

Director"s Club ·

2012/04/23

We return to our original format with a third appearance from previous guest Brendan Leonard, covering the great crime thriller director Michael Mann. We focus on the 1995 classic HEAT as well as the critically-acclaimed follow-up THE INSIDER and then touch upon a couple other films from both earlier in his career and recently. Brendan also talks about THE RIGHT STUFF which he recently saw on the big screen, while I proclaim my affinity for INTRUDER, and Patrick wraps things up with a discussion

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01:06:36

Episode 32: Coleman Francis (feat. Daniel Kibblesmith)

Director"s Club ·

2012/04/01

Hey all, Patrick here. Jim normally does these show write-ups but this time around he insisted that I do it, saying (and I quote) "I don't want to hear another fucking word about Coleman Francis ever again." The reason why will soon become apparent as you listen to this episode about the man himself. We were lucky (no, blessed), to have prestigious professor of film and author of the upcoming book "The Franciscan: The Beast Of The Hollywood System" Manx (yes, that's his whole name) with us in person

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02:25:51

Episode 31: Kathryn Bigelow

Director"s Club ·

2012/03/25

Our mouths get big and macho as we discuss the great action thriller Oscar-winning director Kathryn Bigelow. Mike Flynn of CHUD.com returns for some further insights about her, as we focus on the beloved cult surfer bank robber classic, POINT BREAK, as well as her anticipated follow-up which turned out to be a box office failure STRANGE DAYS. In addition, Ryan reviews 21 JUMP STREET, Jim elaborates on the powerfully understated HEAVY, and Patrick decides to talk once again about favorite submarine

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02:41:08

Episode 30: Michel Gondry

Director"s Club ·

2012/03/05

Movie podcaster and blogger Ryan McNeil of The Matinee Cast joins us for an enlightening conversation on the incredibly creative Michel Gondry. We focus on his beloved 2nd breakthrough success, ETERNAL SUNSHINE OF THE SPOTLESS MIND, as well as his anticipated follow-up but widely misunderstood THE SCIENCE OF SLEEP. In addition, Ryan reviews PICKPOCKET, Jim requests to see more films like RACE WITH THE DEVIL, and Patrick decides to talk about his love of the music video art form, since Gondry had

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02:12:33

Episode 29: Gus Van Sant

Director"s Club ·

2012/02/14

Musician and cinema studies student Jordaan Mason joins us for a rather intoxicating discussion on the versatile Gus Van Sant. We focus on his 2nd indie breakthrough success, DRUGSTORE COWBOY, as well as the first entry in his self-described death trilogy, GERRY. In addition, Jordaan reviews LOVERS ON THE BRIDGE, Jim brings the hate for TIM & ERIC'S BILLION DOLLAR MOVIE, and Patrick discovers that he is not really a fan of the original DRACULA with Bela Lugosi. In a couple weeks, we will be

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02:34:17

Episode 28: Tyler Perry

Director"s Club ·

2012/01/24

UGO and BadAssDigest writer Evan Saathoff joins us for a fascinating discussion on the controversial, yet highly successful filmmaker Tyler Perry. We focus on his most recent film, MADEA'S BIG HAPPY FAMILY, as well as his dramatic departure, FOR COLORED GIRLS, which was the adaptation of an incredibly significant series of poems. Most importantly, we elaborate in great detail, our bewilderment while watching WHY DID I GET MARRIED and its sequel. In addition, Evan reviews HAYWIRE, Jim travels back

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02:43:07

Bonus Episode: Our Favorite Films

Director"s Club ·

2012/01/12

the lost "favorite films" episode, formerly known as episode 15, has been found thanks to Andrew James! listen to this episode to get an idea of our individual taste, although this list tends to change over time.

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03:31:25

Episode 27: Favorite Films of 2011

Director"s Club ·

2012/01/09

The title says it all! We reveal our Top Ten Lists, run through subcategories as well as elaborate on some honorable mentions. 3 and a half hours of us talking about the year in review by ourselves. We do however read other lists and emails from listeners as well as play voicemails featuring past guests! Stay tuned for a blog post on the website with our individual lists posted up real soon.Thank you all for a year of support, emails and listenership! This is our one-year anniversary for

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01:33:27

Bonus Episode - Breaking Bad

Director"s Club ·

2011/12/26

TwitchFilm writer and Cinecast co-host Kurt Halfyard hangs out with us for this bonus episode to discuss the critically acclaimed AMC show Breaking Bad. SPOILERS! We give away major plot points throughout this episode. We first talk about the series as a whole, including our first impressions, but the majority of the conversation is spent on our feelings about the Season 4 Finale. There are definitely criticisms about the plausibility and logic behind Walt's actions that are brought up. It is

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02:24:34

Episode 26: Hal Hartley

Director"s Club ·

2011/12/22

TwitchFilm writer and Cinecast co-host Kurt Halfyard returns to the show to discuss the very divisive 90s indie filmmaker Hal Hartley. We dissect his career as a whole, since most of his films are similar. The three of us focus at first on his early work with many claim to be Hartley's best film, TRUST, along with his award-winning epic, HENRY FOOL. In addition, Kurt reviews Fincher's THE GIRL WITH THE DRAGON TATTOO, Jim expresses some reservation about WE NEED TO TALK ABOUT KEVIN, while Patrick

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02:43:45

Episode 25: Steven Soderbergh

Director"s Club ·

2011/11/29

RowThree.com writer and Cinecast co-host Andrew James returns to the show to discuss the very prolific Steven Soderbergh. We parse two of his most acclaimed films for this first look into what makes Soderbergh more than just a "dabbler" whose filmography happens to be all over the map, mostly for better than for worse. The three of us discuss his Palme D'Or Winning debut, SEX LIES & VIDEOTAPE as well as his 2nd film in the year 2000, TRAFFIC, which lead to Soderbergh's first Academy Award for Best

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