Playlist: Movie Series and Pieces
Compiled By: PRX Editors
Indie and mainstream, actors and producers — here are movie series on PRX of various lengths.
Got a movie series not on this list? Email our editorial address.
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 748 (10/18/19): American Beauty at 20 / Contemporary Chinese Cinema #1 - Let The Bullets Fly
From WBEZ | Part of the Filmspotting (weekly series) series | 54:00
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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:
AUGGIE -- Matt Kane and Marc Underhill Interview
From Andrea Chase | Part of the Behind the Scenes series | 08:48
AUGGIE, like the best science fiction, comments on the present while positing a near-future where virtual reality becomes far too easy to confuse with the real thing. In this case, providing a cure for the acute loneliness felt by Felix, played by Richard Kind in a poignant and complex performance. Ousted from his job before he was ready to go, he finds himself becoming far too attached to the virtual companion projected by the augmented reality glasses (the Auggie of the title). That said companion is a comely and empathetic young woman created from Felix’s subconscious makes the situation fraught when she suggests an upsell that involves making Felix’s experience tactile.
When I spoke with Matt Kane and Marc Underhill by phone on September 5, 2019, why they duo wanted to ponder loneliness in their film was one of my questions for them. We also discussed the serendipity of how they met; the nature of fidelity, and the nuance of Richard Kind.
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: Trick
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 hunts for a serial killer who only comes out on Halloween in Trick.
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:
Gene Park - Sound Designer - Elvis and Nixon, Thoroughbreds, A Vigilante, The Mountain, Midsommar, The Farewell
From MergingArts Productions | Part of the Spoiler Alert Radio series | 29:00
Gene studied and worked as a musician before transitioning to sound design and running the studio Toneburst Audio.
Gene's recent film credits include Elvis & Nixon, A Vigilante, Thoroughbreds, The Mountain, Midsommar, and The Farewell.
His upcoming film projects include Goldie and Bad Education.