Playlist: Movie Series and Pieces
Compiled By: PRX Editors
Indie and mainstream, actors and producers — here are movie series on PRX of various lengths.
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Filmspotting (weekly series) (Series)
Produced by WBEZ
"Filmspotting" is an hour-long program about film, including: movie reviews, interviews, top 5 lists, listener feedback and insightful film talk. Filmspotting is available on PRX by noon (CST) on Fridays. Promos are available on PRX earlier in the week.
Most recent piece in this series:
Filmspotting REVISITED (07/12/19): Top 5 Classic Rock Moments in Movies
From WBEZ | Part of the Filmspotting (weekly series) series | 53:59
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Whether used ironically or to provide insight -- or just to make characters look really, really cool -- classic rock has been memorably employed by some of the best directors of the rock era. Joining Adam and Josh for their Top 5 Classic Rock Moments in Movies is writer and critic Steven Hyden, author of the new book "Twilight of the Gods: A Journey to the End of Classic Rock."
Sounds Familiar #5: Sex, Death and Morals in Horror.
From Blake Cooper | Part of the Sounds Familiar series | 17:00
In 1980, during a “very special episode” of Siskel & Ebert, Roger Ebert made a provocative claim about the emerging genre of “slasher” horror films: “these films hate women.” Whether that’s true—and why—is a little more complicated.
Indie Outlook (Series)
Produced by Matt Fagerholm
Chicago film critic Matt Fagerholm highlights the latest and greatest in modern independent cinema.
Most recent piece in this series:
Duncan Riddell on "Older Children"
From Matt Fagerholm | Part of the Indie Outlook series | 23:10
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Filmmaker Duncan Riddell joins host Matt Fagerholm to discuss his new film, "Older Children," which premieres in Chicago November 10th. The program was produced at Columbia College Chicago. Technical producer was Rebecca Nystedt. An Indie Outlook production.
Behind the Scenes (Series)
Produced by Andrea Chase
Filmmakers and actors talk with Andrea Chase. New insights, unexpected revelations, and a wry sense of humor. Series pieces are various lengths from 8 to 25 minutes.
Most recent piece in this series:
SID AND JUDY -- Stephen Kijak Interview
From Andrea Chase | Part of the Behind the Scenes series | 17:59
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It was not Stephen Kijak’s intention to rehabilitate Sid Luft’s reputation when he made SID AND JUDY. I asked him about that midway through our conversation on June 28, 2019 the day after his doc's triumphant world premiere at Frameline. It examines the tumultuous relationship between Judy Garland and her third husband, who was instrumental in the production of both A STAR IS BORN and The Judy Garland Show. Before we got there though, we talked about telling the story of a legend and finding something new. Having access to Luft’s archives was the start, including things that no one had ever seen or heard before.
We went on to talk about what he had to leave out in telling a story, but not THE story, of Judy’s life; the magic of finding the right editing; and how involved Judy’s kids were with the making of the doc.
We finished up with what made Judy laugh, and Kijak’s take on why she has become a gay icon.
The Indie on Demand Movie Review (Series)
Produced by Daniel Persons
A short, weekly review show dedicated to highlighting independent films available via on-demand platforms. Produced and hosted by film journalist and critic Dan Persons.
Most recent piece in this series:
Indie on Demand Reviews FIGHTVILLE
From Daniel Persons | Part of the The Indie on Demand Movie Review series | 01:59
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Film critic Dan Persons reviews FIGHTVILLE, an intense and intimate documentary focusing on the brutal sport of mixed martial arts.
THE INDIE ON DEMAND MOVIE REVIEW is a short, weekly, module-style review show dedicated to highlighting independent films available via on-demand platforms. Produced and hosted by film journalist and critic Dan Persons (The Huffington Post, IFC, Air America), each 2-minute episode will feature a review of an independent film that has recently debuted on-demand, incorporating cleared audio clips and Dan's detailed analysis to provide listeners with an entertaining and insightful glimpse into the exciting and innovative world of independent film, with all titles available immediately for viewing at home.
Reel Discovery (Series)
Produced by Kristin Dreyer Kramer
Each week on Reel Discovery, host Kristin Dreyer Kramer takes a quick look at the latest in movies -- from the hottest new blockbusters to little-known indies and even Blu-ray releases. Whether you prefer explosive action movies or quiet dramas, you're sure to discover something worth watching. On the latest show, Kristin takes a look at the horror homage of Tim Burton's Frankenweenie.
Most recent piece in this series:
Reel Discovery: Miss Arizona
From Kristin Dreyer Kramer | Part of the Reel Discovery series | 03:00
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Each week on Reel Discovery, host Kristin Dreyer Kramer takes a quick look at the latest in movies -- from the hottest new blockbusters to little-known indies and even Blu-ray releases. Whether you prefer explosive action movies or quiet dramas, you're sure to discover something worth watching. On the latest show, Kristin goes on the run with a former beauty queen and some unlikely new friends in Miss Arizona.
To read the full review, visit NightsAndWeekends.com.
It's Movie Time (Series)
Produced by Kristin Dreyer Kramer
A weekly five-minute film review series with critics John DeSando and Kristin Dreyer Kramer.
Most recent piece in this series:
It's Movie Time; July 6, 2012: The Amazing Spider-Man, To Rome with Love
From Kristin Dreyer Kramer | Part of the It's Movie Time series | 05:00
Films reviewed: The Amazing Spider-Man, To Rome with Love
Spoiler Alert Radio (Series)
Produced by MergingArts Productions
Toni Pennacchia discusses all things film with independent directors, writers, producers, composers, cinematographers, editors, promoters, and more, in this 29-minute series.
Most recent piece in this series:
Peter Burgis - Pinewood Studios Lead Foley Artist - Band of Brothers, Harry Potter, Captain Phillips, Baby Driver, Bohemian Rhapsody, and Rocketman
From MergingArts Productions | Part of the Spoiler Alert Radio series | 29:00
Peter, Emmy and MPSE Award winning, Lead Foley Artist at Pinewood Studios, has worked on over 150 projects in his career, including The Kings Speech, Gosford Park Slumdog Millionaire, Band of Brothers, Atonement, Children of Men, Quantum of Solace, and Captain Phillips. He has worked on all but one of the Harry Potter Series, including the Fantastic Beasts series.
Peter's more recent film work includes: Ex Machina, Baby Driver, Bohemian Rhapsody, Mary Queen of Scots, and Rocketman.