Best Karyn Kusamas Podcasts (2024)

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#161 - Jennifer’s Body | Directed by Karyn Kusama (with Gory Cory of The Scream Teens) 1:39:05

9d ago1:39:05

1:39:05

Tune in as Pride Month keeps advancing forward on the show! For the third episode of June, Cory McCullough, AKA Gory Cory (The Scream Teens from Anatomy of a Scream Pod Squad), hops into the guest seat for a review and recap of Jennifer’s Body, the 2009 horror-comedy that had initially been torn apart and deemed to be a dud, but now has rightfully …

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Ellipsis #10: "One Good Choice" with Karyn Kusama 55:34

29d ago55:34

55:34

Karyn Kusama is the writer/director of GIRLFIGHT (2000), the director of JENNIFER'S BODY (2009), THE INVITATION (2015), and of course, DESTROYER (2018). She is also an Emmy nominated director of television that includes work on YELLOWJACKETS, DEAD RINGERS, THE MYSTERIOUS BENEDICT SOCIETY, and much more. During this very special episode of ELLIPSIS,…

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'Horizon: An American Saga' Director Kevin Costner 26:37

11h ago26:37

26:37

Kevin Costner revitalized the Western genre with his first film as director, “Dances With Wolves.” He talks about returning to the West for the ambitious epic “Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 1” and explains what still interests him about the Western and why he’s taking the biggest gamble of his career on this passion project. Learn more about …

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#162 - Sound of Violence | Directed by Alex Noyer (with Robyn Zabukovec) 1:58:02

2d ago1:58:02

1:58:02

Tune in as Pride Month reaches the end of the road on 2CC! With this fourth and final episode of June, Arthur teams back up with his filmmaker buddy Robyn Zabukovec for a breakdown of Sound of Violence, the 2021 slasher horror film that uses synesthesia as the innovative foundation for an atmospheric and grisly ride. Famous synesthetes, admiration …

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'Kinds of Kindness' Director Yorgos Lanthimos 34:23

7d ago34:23

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After the VFX heavy world building of Poor Things, director Yorgos Lanthimos has delivered something more akin to his earlier work on Dogtooth and Killing of a Sacred Deer. Hear how he guided Emma Stone, Jesse Plemons, Willem Dafoe and the other actors through multiple roles across 3 stories, and get a peek into Yorgos's game-filled rehearsal proce…

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Thematic Content #01: BLADE RUNNER with Dom Nero 23:25

7d ago23:25

23:25

Thematic Content is a series about the themes that define film history—across eras, genres, and filmmakers—even mediums. This inaugural episode takes a look at Ridley Scott's 1982 film, BLADE RUNNER, and features special guest Dom Nero—a writer, a video editor, and the co-host of the excellent film podcast Eye of the Duck. Throughout their discussi…

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'The Regime' Creator Will Tracey 29:07

8d ago29:07

29:07

From building a fictional government around Kate Winslet, to the benefits and liabilities of shooting in real palaces, the show's creator joins us to break down this fabulously satirical look at modern day authoritarianism Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Chris O'Falt

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'Hacks: Season 3' Director & Co-Creator Lucia Aniello 33:31

15d ago33:31

33:31

After a fantastic finale to Season 3, one of the minds behind "Hacks" sat down with us to explore how the show remains so keyed into the joys, costs and absurdity of making art (and also pulling off 4AM drone shots on the Vegas strip). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Chris O'Falt

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#160 - The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E. Schwab (with Abigail of The Manic Pixie Weirdo) 2:16:47

17d ago2:16:47

2:16:47

Tune in as Pride Month stays strong on 2CC! For the second episode of June, Abigail (The Manic Pixie Weirdo) collaborates with Arthur for a breakdown of The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue, the 2020 novel by V.E. Schwab that embarks on a centuries-wide journey sprouting out of a Faustian bargain for immortality, albeit the sort where nobody is able t…

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'Game Changer' EPs Sam Reich & Paul Robalino 46:59

22d ago46:59

46:59

The hit series from streaming service Dropout, "Game Changer," combines a '70s game show with the joy of messing with your friends. Two of the executive producers walked us through the comedic chaos of producing a show where the game changes every episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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#159 - Fire Island | Directed by Andrew Ahn (with Dustin Holden of Dustin Can Read & Watch and The Rewatch Recap) 2:06:20

24d ago2:06:20

2:06:20

Tune in as 2CC launches Pride Month and dives into queer art throughout June! For this first episode, Dustin Holden (Dustin Can Read & Watch, The Rewatch Recap) retakes his comfy old guest seat for a review and recap of Fire Island, the 2022 Hulu rom-com that unfolds into a modern retelling of Pride and Prejudice. Talking points for this episode in…

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'Robot Dreams' Director Pablo Berger 33:33

24d ago33:33

33:33

If the title "Robot Dreams" sounds familiar, this was one of the Animated Features nominated for last year's Oscars. Now expanding wide over the summer, it's the perfect time to catch up on this darling story of friendship and New York City in the 80s. Hear how Pablo fell in love with animation directing, and how he inspired his animators with film…

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'The Curse' Creator, Writer, & Star Benny Safdie 57:17

29d ago57:17

57:17

The co-director of "Good Time" and "Uncut Gems" returns to Toolkit to discuss his collaboration with Nathan Fielder on their bizarrely fascinating series, "The Curse." Always a student of filmmaking, Benny walks us through what he learned making a show unlike anything we've ever seen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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#158 - The Night House | Directed by David Bruckner (with Jared) 2:22:01

1M ago2:22:01

2:22:01

Tune in as the Rebecca Hall of Fame comes to a close with its fifth and final episode of May! It’s been such a great journey to explore her filmography throughout the month, and the conclusion shall arrive via Arthur’s friend Jared returning to 2CC for a deep dive into The Night House, the 2020 horror movie that cleverly uses negative space to deli…

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'Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga' Director George Miller 29:04

1M ago29:04

29:04

Over the last 45 years, writer-director George Miller has created the greatest action-adventure franchise in the history of cinema; the “Mad Max” saga. The latest entry in the series, “Furiosa,” is the most ambitious and original yet. Miller talks about how and why he keeps raising the bar for himself and for action movies as a whole. Learn more ab…

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'Girlfight' Director Karyn Kusama 29:57

1M ago29:57

29:57

The director of several modern classics, like Jennifer's Body and The Invitation, joins us to discuss her feature debut Girlfight, now on Blu-Ray from Criterion. Kusama reflects on working with Michelle Rodriguez in her first movie role, and her intentions from several decades ago, and how the film has aged since. Learn more about your ad choices. …

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#157 - The Prestige | Directed by Christopher Nolan (with Clayton Jones II and Shawn Murphy of Men Who Like Men Who Like Movies Podcast) 2:31:57

1M ago2:31:57

2:31:57

Tune in as the Rebecca Hall of Fame dishes out its fourth episode of the month! Clayton Jones II and Shawn Murphy (Men Who Like Men Who Like Movies Podcast) are retaking their guest seats for a breakdown of The Prestige. Adapted from the Christopher Priest novel of the same name, this 2006 mystery-thriller follows the increasingly hostile and obses…

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'Jerrod Carmichael Reality Show' Creator Jerrod Carmichael 57:29

1M ago57:29

57:29

After coming out to the world on his HBO special Rothaniel, the writer, actor, and comedian brings us even deeper into his personal life with this new reality show. Jerrod joined us for a deep conversation about the power of the camera to reveal truth, what it took for him to fall in love, and how he collaborated with his crew to relinquish control…

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'True Detective: Night Country' Director Issa López 36:55

1M ago36:55

36:55

The show-runner and director for the fourth season of this classic series joins us to explore how she brought the central True Detective themes and mysteries to a brand new landscape; the dark and frozen tundra of Alaska's months long winter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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An Invitation to DESTROYER #08: "The Chase" 34:53

1M ago34:53

34:53

In episode #08 of "An Invitation to DESTROYER," host Jim Penola examines the nocturnal foot chase between Erin Bell (Nicole Kidman) and Arturo Guerrero (Zach Villa), an ex-criminal and former friend of Bell's. The ensuing discussion breaks down the significant narrative/stylistic choices of their relationship—including a fourth-wall-breaking close-…

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#156 - Resurrection | Directed by Andrew Semans (with Connor Kujawinski and Robyn Zabukovec) 2:28:05

1M ago2:28:05

2:28:05

Tune in as the Rebecca Hall of Fame advances forward for the third episode of this theme month! Arthur’s pals Connor Kujawinski and Robyn Zabukovec make yet another reappearance on the show for a review and recap of Resurrection, the 2022 psychological horror film that draws us into a businesswoman’s life as she’s forced to confront the toxic and g…

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Tom Tykwer: 'Run Lola Run' 35:32

2M ago35:32

35:32

Director Tom Tykwer joins Seth to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the genre-bending sleeper hit that captivated the world in 1999. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The Hollywood Reporter

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'I Saw The TV Glow' Director Jane Schoenbrun 47:48

2M ago47:48

47:48

After this and "We're All Going to the World's Fair" Schoenbrun has emerged as one of our most fully formed new indie filmmakers, using a mastery of genre and form to expose audiences to complex and fascinating ideas. They spoke with us about making their much anticipated new movie, as well as reflected on their journey to directing. Learn more abo…

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'The Feeling That the Time for Doing Something Has Passed' Director Joanna Arnow 24:08

2M ago24:08

24:08

The director of the funniest movies in a long time joins the Toolkit today to discuss her bold new work of auto-fiction. Arnow explains how she arranged this series of small vignettes to create something grander that speaks to a greater truth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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#155 - Godzilla vs. Kong | Directed by Adam Wingard (with Noah) 2:02:56

2M ago2:02:56

2:02:56

Tune in as the Rebecca Hall of Fame rolls onward this month with its second episode! This time around, Arthur’s buddy Noah hops onboard for a discussion on Godzilla vs. Kong, the 2021 sequel to Godzilla: King of the Monsters and the fourth entry in the Monsterverse. Running through the various movies on which GVK cinematographer Ben Seresin has wor…

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'The Fall Guy' Director David Leitch 28:41

2M ago28:41

28:41

David has been a stunt performer, one of the top stunt co-ordinators in the business, and now is one of the biggest action directors of the last decade with films like of "Atomic Blonde" and "Bullet Train." He joins Toolkit to break down making his newest film as a love letter to stunts and the way Hollywood used to make action flicks. And we get i…

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'Vanderpump Rules' Executive Producer Alex Baskin 27:10

2M ago27:10

27:10

Veteran producer Alex Baskin takes us behind the scenes of one of the best non-scripted shows on television. Hear how they balance reality with emotional storytelling, and how they prevented last season's 'Scandoval' from breaking the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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#154 - Red Riding: The Year of Our Lord 1974 (with Joe Lipsett of Horror Queers and Hazel & Katniss & Harry & Starr) 1:56:36

2M ago1:56:36

1:56:36

Tune in as this show kicks off a new theme month for all of May: the Rebecca Hall of Fame! For this first podcast of the month to honor one of Arthur’s all-time favorite actors, Joe Lipsett (Horror Queers, Hazel & Katniss & Harry & Starr) is returning to the guest chair for a breakdown of Red Riding: The Year of Our Lord 1974, the 2009 period crime…

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'Wildcat' Director Ethan Hawke 40:16

2M ago40:16

40:16

The great actor-turned-director talks about developing the film for his daughter Maya Hawke (who stars as author Flannery O’Connor) after "Stranger Things" blew up, wrestling with O’Connor’s history with racism, what he learned about directing from all the greats he’s worked with as actor, and why the theme of creativity and what it means to be an …

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Karyn Kusama: 'Girlfight' 54:25

2M ago54:25

54:25

The visionary director behind ‘Yellowjackets’ and ‘Jennifer’s Body’ joins Seth to revisit the making of her debut, the 2000 Sundance sensation ‘Girlfight.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The Hollywood Reporter

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