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SEEING FACES IN MOVIES

SEEING FACES IN MOVIES

Seeing Faces in Movies is a podcast where every month the works of a different director or cinematographer is put in focus. Each week a guest is invited on to discuss a film in the artist"s filmography.

tv & film film interviews

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00:58:07

Winter Light (Ingmar Bergman 1963) w/ Ben Vargas...

SEEING FACES IN MOVIES ·

2024/01/01

Felicia is once again joined by Ben Vargas (listen to our episode on Woman in the Dunes) to discuss Ingmar Bergman’s story of a priest's inner turmoil in Winter Light (1963). We chat about how timeless Bergman’s films are and how the subject matter of questioning one’s own faith in not only religion, but humanity and one’s own self is relatable to all audiences. Along with how the visual blocking compliments the character’s speeches as they unfold on screen. This marks the final film in the

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00:52:33

Wild Strawberries (Ingmar Bergman 1957) w/ Aaron...

SEEING FACES IN MOVIES ·

2023/12/25

Felicia is joined once again by Aaron Strand (listen to our first episode together on Billy Wilder’s Double Indemnity) to discuss Ingmar Bergman’s exploration of an aging man’s past lives, in Wild Strawberries (1957). We chat about how this film being a road movie keeps the momentum going and allows the audience to engage in all of Isak’s dream sequences. We also talk about how Bergman was a workaholic and how it affected his interpersonal relationships and how that is reflected in the lead

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00:58:04

Fanny and Alexander (Ingmar Bergman 1982) w/ Jamila...

SEEING FACES IN MOVIES ·

2023/12/18

Felicia is joined by Jamila Brown to discuss Ingmar Bergman’s family epic that unfolds over four acts, Fanny and Alexander (1982). We chat about treatment of children within a family and how they’re given a level of independence until an outsider arrives. Along with how Bergman develops a cast of well rounded and three dimensional characters. We also discuss how this is a rare Bergman film with a male lead and how important it was that the story was told through the eyes of a young boy. Send us

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01:10:55

The Silence (Ingmar Bergman 1963) w/ Geoff Thomas...

SEEING FACES IN MOVIES ·

2023/12/11

Felicia is joined by Geoff Thomas to discuss Ingmar Bergman’s exploration of women’s sexual autonomy, in The Silence (1963). We chat about the way Bergman tackles women’s sexuality and how these characters experience both a liberation and repression of their bodies. We also discuss the theme of loneliness found in every character on screen and how the hotel location reflects their isolation. This is the first film part of the Ingmar Bergman series, and I think it’s a great example of the way he

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01:05:01

Christine (John Carpenter 1983) w/ Nick Sheist

SEEING FACES IN MOVIES ·

2023/12/09

It’s bonus episode time. In today’s Special Features episode Felicia is joined by Nick Sheist to discuss how John Carpenter made a killer car come alive in, Christine (1983). We discuss Carpenter’s stamp on King’s horror novel, and how the use of practical effects made is a film that has stood the test of time. Nothing feels dated in this film because Carpenter was able to tell a simple story even though the concept is out of the ordinary. Send us your thoughts on the episode - what is your

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00:58:49

Minnie and Moskowitz (John Cassavetes 1971) w/...

SEEING FACES IN MOVIES ·

2023/12/04

Felicia is joined by Darragh McGrath to discuss John Cassavetes tale of a troubled romance, in Minnie and Moskowitz (1971). We chat about social constructs, and the way Cassavetes’ characters often fall outside of what society deems the norm - how he sympathizes with them, and doesn’t judge them for their honesty. We also discuss what makes a film a romantic comedy, and how this one defies the mold set by Hollywood. We have a lot of fun in this episode making fun of each others quirks, not unlike

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01:09:09

Opening Night (John Cassavetes 1977) w/ Martin...

SEEING FACES IN MOVIES ·

2023/11/27

Felicia is joined by Martin Kessler to discuss John Cassavetes take on an actress battling her inner demons in, Opening Night (1977). We chat about Cassavetes interest in actors both on and off screen, and how his relationship with repertoire of actors adds another layer of realism to the story. We discuss the elements of the supernatural and whether Myrtle is truly being haunted by the ghost of the dead fan or did she never exist to begin with. Send us your thoughts on the episode - do you think

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00:53:42

The Killing of a Chinese Bookie (John Cassavetes...

SEEING FACES IN MOVIES ·

2023/11/20

Felicia is joined by Vanya Garraway to chat about John Cassavetes’ neo-noir classic, The Killing of a Chinese Bookie (1976). We chat about the differences between the director’s and theatrical cut, and how audiences are often not ready for certain films and they require time to age to be appreciated. We also chat about Ben Gazzara’s performance as Cosmo, and the dynamic performance he gave as the gambling addict, and strip club owner Cosmo. Along with how static the the camera is, as it watches

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01:13:39

A Woman Under the Influence (John Cassavetes 1974) w/...

SEEING FACES IN MOVIES ·

2023/11/13

Felicia is joined by Rolo Tony to discuss John Cassavetes take on a woman trapped by her struggles with mental health, in A Woman Under the Influence (1974). We chat about the concept of motherhood and being wife in the 70s while battling a mental illness. Along with a quote from Cassavetes himself with his take on Mabel, and whether she is feeling the pressures of having Nick for a husband or she is suffering from a mental illness. We also discuss Nick, and where his ‘good intentions’ stem from,

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01:02:20

Modern Romance (Albert Brooks 1981) w/ Perry Jackson

SEEING FACES IN MOVIES ·

2023/11/06

It’s bonus episode time. In today’s Special Features episode Felicia is once again joined by Perry Jackson (listen to our previous episode on 24 Hour Party People), and we chat about what Albert Brooks’ work both as a director and comedy means to us both. How his style of comedy has translated through the decades and remains fresh as ever. We also discuss the concept of an unlikeable protagonist, and how the film relies on Brooks’ charm to convince the audience to follow along with his story

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01:05:13

Phantom of the Paradise (Brian De Palma 1974) w/...

SEEING FACES IN MOVIES ·

2023/10/30

Felicia is joined by Weird Alice to discuss Brian De Palma’s shock rock opera, Phantom of the Paradise (1974). We chat about the growing cult status of the film, and how De Palma’s films were often underappreciated at the time of their release, and are now seen as masterpieces. We gush about Paul Williams songs and how memorable and grandiose they are, along with how De Palma was able to put his own unique spin on the story of the Phantom. This is the final episode in our Brian De Palma month, he

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01:00:09

Body Double (Brian De Palma 1984) w/ Greg Kleinschmidt

SEEING FACES IN MOVIES ·

2023/10/23

Felicia is joined by Greg Kleinschmidt to discuss Brian De Palma’s tale of a struggling actor who witnessed a murder from afar, in Body Double (1984). We chat about De Palma’s fascination who characters who spy on others and how easy it is for them to become embroiled in a murder case. We also talk about the visual tricks De Palma uses to lead the audience astray and always keep them guessing. Body Double is my favourite De Palma, it’s a film that hits every single button for me, from the film

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00:47:13

Blow Out (Brian De Palma 1981) w/ Matt Curione

SEEING FACES IN MOVIES ·

2023/10/16

Felicia is joined by Matt Curione, to discuss Brian De Palma’s take on political corruption and surveillance, in Blow Out (1981). We chat about De Palma’s use of split screen to give the audience multiple layers of information at once, through his unique style of visual storytelling. Along with using a character who works as a sound recordist, to act as the films detective. Blow Out was a box office bomb upon its release, and has since been lauded as one of the greatest films of all time. Just

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01:00:35

Dressed to Kill (Brian De Palma 1980) w/ Eugina...

SEEING FACES IN MOVIES ·

2023/10/09

Felicia is joined by Eugina Gelbelman to discuss Brian De Palma’s iconic and shocking Dressed To Kill (1980). They chat about De Palma’s ability to elevate a B-Grade thriller to A-Grade material through his master craftmanship. His use of split screen and split diopter, and dialogue free scenes to show and not tell the audience the characters movements. They gush about De Palma being one of their all time favourite directors (Felicia’s top favourite director? Maybe, probably!), and how

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01:02:20

Woman in the Dunes (Hiroshi Teshigahara 1964) w/ Ben...

SEEING FACES IN MOVIES ·

2023/10/07

Bonus episode alert! In today’s Special Features episode Felicia is joined by Seth Vargas (check out our previous episode on Le Bonheur), and Ben Vargas to discuss one of the most gripping desert films, Hiroshi Teshigahara’s Woman in the Dunes (1964). They chat about the how the sand engulfs the characters and the screen, how the score highlights the horrors they are facing, and the concept of eroticism as it relates to loneliness and desperation. This was a first watch for Felicia and spoilers

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00:59:19

Mystery Train (D.O.P Robby Müller 1989) w/ Rolla Tahir

SEEING FACES IN MOVIES ·

2023/10/02

Felicia is joined by Rolla Tahir to discuss Robby Müller’s vision of Elvis’ Memphis in the 80’s, in Jim Jarmusch’s Mystery Train (1989). We chat about Müller’s respect for each character’s story arc, the way the camera follows them on their journeys, and the colours he highlights to differentiate them. Mystery Train is the final film of my Robby Müller month in focus, I have been so lucky to have five passionate film lovers on to chat about what his work means to them. I loved revisiting (or

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01:02:07

To Live and Die in LA (D.O.P Robby Müller 1985) w/...

SEEING FACES IN MOVIES ·

2023/09/25

Felicia is joined by Joe Gantner to discuss Robby Müller’s vision of the underground crime scene in LA, in William Friedkin’s To Live and Die in LA (1985). We get right into why this is one of the sexiest crime films of the 80s, and Müller’s use of red and green throughout which set the time of the story. We also gush about William Petersen’s ass acting, and how no one will ever be able to live up to such a brave performance. Send us your thoughts on the episode - what are your thoughts on the

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00:43:57

24 Hour Party People (D.O.P Robby Müller 2002) w/...

SEEING FACES IN MOVIES ·

2023/09/18

Felicia is joined by Perry Jackson to discuss Robby Müller’s take on the Manchester music scene of the 70s and 80s, in Michael Winterbottom’s 24 Hour Party People (2002) We chat about the use of digital in this film and it’s tele-documentary feel. Along with Müller’s ability to create a chaotic environment with the camera to match the tone of the music in focus. We’re happy to share one of Müller’s later works, and show the diversity of his body of work. Send us your thoughts on the episode -

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01:03:16

Straight Time (Ulu Grosbard 1978) w/ Darragh McGrath

SEEING FACES IN MOVIES ·

2023/09/16

It’s a bonus episode!In this second edition of Special Features, Felicia is joined by Darragh McGrath, who you might recognize as the show’s very first guest (Ace In The Hole). They discuss the way in which Ulu Grosbard allows the actors performances to lead the story, but following them with static camera movements, and never forcing the audience into a specific emotion. Felicia also mentions how she first managed to come across this film, and Darragh may or may not be offended by it. I hope you

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00:56:09

Paris, Texas (D.O.P Robby Müller 1984) w/ Brendan Ross

SEEING FACES IN MOVIES ·

2023/09/11

Felicia is joined by Brendan Ross to discuss Robby Müller’s seminal work with Wim Wenders, their American film Paris, Texas (1984). We dive right into Müller’s perspective of vast American landscapes as an outsider. The way he frames his shots in order to allow the audience’s eyes to wander and discover new elements on each viewing. Paris, Texas is a film that had a profound effect on me as a young film lover, and allowed me to discover the importance of a cinematographer. Send us your thoughts

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