Best Unabashed Style Podcasts (2024)

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Exploring Choice Even When Nothing is Wrong w/Sarah Marie Bilger 1:22:22

2h ago1:22:22

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From Full Time Engineer to Full Time Mama & Doula, Sarah's story is so important. It's the kind of story that might slip through the cracks because there isn't the extreme emotion or circumstance that attracts attention. Sarah was happy with her job and way of life but managed to tune into her gut and follow her curiosity into major life changes. S…

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THE OUTSIDERS: Francis Ford Coppola Gets His Groove Back 39:23

2h ago39:23

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S.E. Hinton's classic book The Outsiders has influenced an entire generation of young people, and has inspired artists to create various adaptations. The most well-known of these is Francis Ford Coppola's 1983 film starring Tom Cruise, Patrick Swayze, Matt Dillon, Rob Lowe, Ralph Macchio, C. Thomas Howell, and Diane Lane. In this episode, producer …

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Accepting Change in Art & Motherhood w/Janelle Thomas 1:50:01

7d ago1:50:01

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"I had a death grip on my life and the world only turned because I was cranking it all the time. I was convinced of that. " That is one of the most relatable things I've ever heard. Today's guest is Janelle Thomas. She is a wildly talented fulltime singer & full time mama based in Dubai. In this deeply honest conversation we talk about what it mean…

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SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER: How John Travolta Learned to Disco 55:38

11d ago55:38

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Producer Kevin McCormick recalls the making of 1977's generation-defining SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER. Based on a New York Magazine article about working class Italian Americans in Bay Ridge who let off steam by dancing at the local disco, the film became iconic for its bestselling soundtrack, courtesy of the BeeGees, and its incredible dance scenes. It a…

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How Deeply Am I Respecting My Body & My Life? with Steph Trzaska 1:17:16

13d ago1:17:16

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Can we stop apologizing for our needs? Can we navigate life in a way that helps it flow around us instead of contorting ourselves to accommodate everything and anything outside of us? What happens when we decide we respect ourselves over convenience? Steph Trzaska is a Transition & Transformation Coach guiding you to reclaim your power & light thro…

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I, TONYA: How Margot Robbie Learned to Skate While Allison Janney Needed an Oxygen Tank 53:56

20d ago53:56

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Producer Bryan Unkeless recounts the making of 2017's smash I, TONYA. The script, floating around the industry as a spec, was about the incredible life and rise to fame of professional skater Tonya Harding, focusing on the events surrounding the attack on Nancy Kerrigan at the 1994 National Figure Skating Championships. Bryan knew it could be somet…

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Choice or Destiny or Both? with Birth & Destiny Doula Sara Cousineau 1:01:15

16d ago1:01:15

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You know one of those moments where you're chatting with a friend and think, "I should record this." ? Well that happened and I hit record 20 minutes into our catch up chat. Sara Cousineau is an ecstatic birth & destiny doula helping women all over the world infuse deep pleasure into their lives. Sara left her corporate job without knowing exactly …

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THE PROPOSAL: How Ryan Reynolds and Sandra Bullock’s Surprising Chemistry Reinvigorated the RomCom Genre 49:32

16d ago49:32

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Producer Todd Lieberman joins Hollywood Gold to discuss 2009’s romantic comedy classic THE PROPOSAL. Having been a huge fan of romcoms and an admirer of Sandra Bullock’s versatility as an actor, the prospect of Bullock returning to the genre was incredibly exciting to Todd. A match made in comedy heaven was made when a young Ryan Reynolds joined th…

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Summer Movie Preview Presented by Kalshi 45:46

18d ago45:46

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Daniela, Vanessa and Rachel go over what are sure to be some of the biggest movies of the summer including Furiosa, Inside Out 2, and Kinds of Kindness. What movies will be box office successes? We make our best guesses, and thanks to Kalshi you can get in on the action as well. Place your first bet now by going to Kalshi.com/hollywoodgold Become a…

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Components of Truth 34:57

23d ago34:57

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What if forgetting isn't bad? What if I'm a photographer that doesn't take enough photos of her family? What if you can see all of the "problems" more clearly but still aren't yet able to "solve" them? Want to chat about this stuff live while working on your craft? Sacred Seeing Membership for Creatives SHOW NOTES: 1:1 BREAKTHROUGH VISION SESSION S…

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GIRL, INTERRUPTED: How Winona Ryder's Passion Led to Angelina Jolie's Oscar 57:42

23d ago57:42

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Producer Cathy Konrad returns to Hollywood Gold to discuss the making of 1999's GIRL, INTERRUPTED. The film's champion from the start was star Winona Ryder, who had read Susanna Kaysen's memoir about her time in a mental institution, and was compelled to translate it to the screen. Not only was the film unique in the female-led team that was leadin…

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Crippling Intentionality 25:07

1M ago25:07

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When do your sacred intentions become too much of a good thing? When does it stop being supportive & expansive and start becoming paralyzing horse blinders? Is your obsession with intention the thing that's actually hindering your ability to see, enjoy, & engage in your life? (asking for a friend lol) SHOW NOTES: 1:1 BREAKTHROUGH VISION SESSION Sac…

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THE IDEA OF YOU: How Nicholas Galitzine and Anne Hathaway Created a New Kind of Romantic Comedy 41:31

1M ago41:31

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Writer/Director/Producer Michael Showalter recounts the journey of this year's romance THE IDEA OF YOU, recently released on Amazon and making waves for its grounded but fantastical portrayal of a 40 year old woman embarking on a whirlwind romance with a 24 year old pop star (Nicholas Galitzine). Showalter was a huge fan of both Anne Hathaway and r…

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CHALLENGERS: How Zendaya, Josh O'Connor, and Mike Faist Make Tennis Sexy in Luca Guadagino's Unabashed Film 51:33

1M ago51:33

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[WARNING: This content contains spoilers] When Producer Rachel O'Connor first read the script for CHALLENGERS, she was immediately intrigued. The character of Tashi, brought to life brilliantly by Zendaya, captivated her attention, as did a movie set in the world of tennis with an unabashedly sexy subplot. Once she got the writer on board with the …

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Releasing the Weight of Results 28:00

1M ago28:00

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what if you released the big/daunting/ambiguous weight of expectations/ results? where might that precious energy be better resourced? and ironically, might that actually increase the likelihood or speed in which those damn results come? SHOW NOTES: 1:1 BREAKTHROUGH VISION SESSION Sacred Seeing Membership for Creatives https://www.instagram.com/bia…

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I Had a Panic Attack in Yoga Class 25:04

2M ago25:04

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Panic attack. yes. I did. & of all places- a soothing yoga class? This episode is about the ambiguous panic of trying to "make it make sense" in life. disclaimer- at the end of this episode my kids woke up and joined the festivities and this time instead of stopping recording I just rolled with it because life. SHOW NOTES: 1:1 BREAKTHROUGH VISION S…

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FATHER OF THE BRIDE: How Steve Martin and Martin Short's Improv Led to Comedy Gold 33:35

2M ago33:35

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When Steve Martin first approached Charles Shyer and Nancy Meyers about rewriting the script for a modern take on the 1950 Spencer Tracy film FATHER OF THE BRIDE, Charles wasn't sure. He thought the script was truly awful, but he took the meeting and told Steve the script wasn't good enough for him. Charles and Nancy proved a dynamic duo behind the…

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The Part of You You Cannot Name 34:57

2M ago34:57

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At 5am I decide to whisper to you in my basement about the maddening experience of regularly seeing/creating that wildly elusive thing you crave to know yet cannot name a million times & yet: ferocious unrest. SHOW NOTES: 1:1 BREAKTHROUGH VISION COACHING Sacred Seeing Membership for Creatives https://www.instagram.com/biancaleamorra/ Awkward Sage M…

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BEASTS OF THE SOUTHERN WILD: How an Oscar Nominated Hit Was Crafted By a Team of Industry Outsiders 55:47

2M ago55:47

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Producer Josh Penn recalls leaving the Obama campaign to try his hand at movie producing, and striking gold with 2012's BEASTS OF THE SOUTHERN WILD. Not only was the film nominated for four Oscars, including Best Picture, it grossed nearly 10x its budget at the box office. Not having much film experience served the filmmaking team well because thei…

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BOB MARLEY: ONE LOVE: How Ziggy Marley and the People of Jamaica Blessed the Film 53:59

2M ago53:59

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Director Reinaldo Marcus Green recalls the challenges of making a film about the legendary Bob Marley. One of the hardest tasks was finding the right actor to embody Marley mind, body, and soul. Rei and the producers reviewed many audition tapes and almost lost hope when Kingsley Ben-Adir entered the picture. Not only did he look like Marley, he de…

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”What I Wanted Doesn’t Feel How I Thought It Would” 35:50

2M ago35:50

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"I desperately want space...but can I even tolerate it?" What is underneath our desires? What is blocking our ability to experience what we really want? In this episode I impromptu coach myself and in real time & discover the real thing going on underneath the surface. SHOW NOTES: 1:1 NLP BREAKTHROUGH COACHING Sacred Seeing Membership for Creatives…

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BLADES OF GLORY: How Ben Stiller Passed the Baton to Will Ferrell and Jon Heder Broke His Ankle 57:49

2M ago57:49

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Directors Will Speck and Josh Gordon glide us through the making of 2007's hit comedy BLADES OF GLORY. Having made their mark directing a few iconic commercial campaigns, the duo went into directing their first feature film with a little too much confidence, and hit their first big challenge when Ben Stiller decided the role felt too repetitive for…

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EP 100 Reflection & Deconditioning Art, Business, & Parenting with Megan Moran 1:11:56

2M ago1:11:56

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100 episodes in & the only thing that interests me is truth- in all its forms. In this episode I sit down with my dear friend Megan Moran as we meander into a candid conversation about deconditioning in art, business, & parenting. More from Megan Moran- https://mompreneurco.com/ https://tuningin.substack.com/ https://www.instagram.com/mompreneur_co…

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”I love my mess” & SEEKING A LINE BETWEEN ART & MOTHERHOOD 50:41

2M ago50:41

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Blurring the lines between art & motherhood sounds so romantic and wonderful. In actuality art & motherhood ARE the same thing. But in the context of me in my craft, I find myself desperately seeking a line. This episode is a mix of a frantic live ramble after losing it, an intro of my "more together" self confessing how I almost didn't use this as…

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MAJOR LEAGUE: How Producers Didn't Need to Give Away a Car to Get 27,000 People to Fill the Stands 55:11

3M ago55:11

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Writer/Director (and Daniela's stepdad) David Ward recounts how he hit a box office home run with 1989's MAJOR LEAGUE. At a time when both baseball movies and baseball as a sport were struggling, he managed to create the perfect formula for a sports underdog story. Performances from Charlie Sheen, Wesley Snipes, and Tom Berenger combined to make th…

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LEGALLY BLONDE: How Reese Witherspoon Learned to Bend & Snap 56:47

3M ago56:47

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Writer Kiwi Smith recalls the making of the 2001 classic LEGALLY BLONDE. Fresh off of her first hit 10 THINGS I HATE ABOUT YOU, Kiwi and her writing partner Karen McCullah were eager to find a story centered on female empowerment that was fun, fresh, smart, and accessible. She found all that and more in an unpublished manuscript about a sorority gi…

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Finding Safety Within Yourself 30:07

3M ago30:07

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What is possible when you make it more important to belong to yourself than to anyone else? How can we find courage, clarity, & compassion to commit to this lifelong work? What impact does this commitment to yourself have on the world? SHOW NOTES: Sacred Seeing Membership for Creatives 1:1 SACRED VISION BREAKTHROUGH COACHING MANIFEST YOUR MEMORIES …

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Hollywood Gold 2024 Oscars Post Mortem with Riva Marker 38:30

3M ago38:30

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In this special edition of Hollywood Gold, we give you a post mortem of all the biggest moments from the 2024 Academy Awards! From the Emma Stone win to the epic Ryan Gosling "I'm Just Ken" moment, Daniela, Becca and special guest, Riva Marker, discuss it all! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/hollywood-gold--5670…

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THE LAST EMPEROR: How a Meeting in a Chinese Restaurant Led to A Film that Won 9 Oscars 40:56

3M ago40:56

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Producer Jeremy Thomas remembers the making of 1987's legendary film THE LAST EMPEROR. Jeremy was a young indie producer with an eager spirit and a history of ingenuity when iconic director Bernardo Bertolucci approached him about making a film about the last Emperor of China. Jeremy knew it would be a feat to accomplish such an undertaking, but in…

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There Is No "There" 26:04

3M ago26:04

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this episode i come to you fragile & sad. while on a work trip where anxiety & grief reared its head, i’m left wondering why i offer compassion to myself in some areas but withhold it in others. where are you withholding love & compassion from yourself? what conditions are you gripping? and how is that impacting your evolution as an artist & as a h…

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Hollywood Gold 2024 Oscars Preview Presented by Kalshi 54:30

3M ago54:30

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On this week's episode of the Hollywood Gold Podcast sponsored by Kalshi, Daniela, Becca, and Vanessa discuss the 2024 Oscars race and give their predictions. For more information on how you can participate in all the fun, head to Kalshi.com/HollywoodGold and place your first $10 bet today! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.c…

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The Danger of a Photograph 20:02

3M ago20:02

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Are you making a home of watching your life? & is it giving you the illusion of living it? SHOW NOTES: SACRED SEEING: monthly membership for creatives 2024 Visioning Workshop SIGN UP Awkward Sage MediaBy Bianca Morra

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PAST LIVES: How a Match Made in Indie Film Heaven Led to an Oscar Bet Picture Nominee 56:27

4M ago56:27

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Producers David Hinojosa and Pamela Koffler discuss the making of last year's powerful film PAST LIVES. From first time feature director Celine Song, the film explores the themes of love and destiny through a story of immigration and reconnection. It was recently nominated for two Oscars, including Best Picture, thanks in part to the performances f…

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The Constraint is the Point 35:28

3M ago35:28

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My son fell asleep waiting for me to finish my work. The point of my work is to see him. He fell asleep waiting for me to see him. How do we hold the complexity of the truth? How do we live with the extreme dichotomy of it all without shame, but with deep empowerment & presence? SHOW NOTES: Sacred Seeing Membership for Creatives 1:1 SACRED VISION B…

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THE HOLDOVERS: How Paul Giamatti's Dad Brought Authenticity to Alexander Payne's Oscar Nominated Film 58:57

4M ago58:57

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Writer/producer David Hemingson reflects on the making of 2023's THE HOLDOVERS, which is nominated for 5 Oscars. An established TV writer, David didn't take it seriously at first when iconic director Alexander Payne called him about the film. Once he realized the film was going to get made and Alex suggested Paul Giamatti, David recalled how his fa…

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Burning Out & Waking Up 45:53

4M ago45:53

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I fell off the face of the earth for months. I burnt out. The space away gave me so much clarity & conviction. (although I can't say it was a dandy ol' time) I'm sharing my breakdown, my breakthroughs, and my latest creation that involves an ongoing source of support for creatives like you (& me). I'm so happy to be back. xo SHOW NOTES: SACRED SEEI…

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WHILE YOU WERE SLEEPING: How the Iconic RomCom Made Sandra Bullock a Star 52:22

4M ago52:22

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Producer Jonathan Glickman joins Hollywood Gold again to discuss the making of 1995's classic romantic comedy WHILE YOU WERE SLEEPING. Made at a time when a good romcom could launch the career of an unknown actress, Sandra Bullock's star turn put her into a category alongside the likes of Julia Roberts and Demi Moore, both of whom were offered the …

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THE SISTERHOOD OF THE TRAVELING PANTS: How Blake Lively's Accidental First Acting Gig Created the Perfect Ensemble 53:45

4M ago53:45

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Producer Debra Martin Chase returns to Hollywood Gold to talk about the making of 2005's THE SISTERHOOD OF THE TRAVELLING PANTS, a film that resonated (and still resonates) with countless women as it showcases the enduring value of female friendship. Based on the popular novel by Ann Brashares, Debra knew the film would need an incredible director …

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COCAINE BEAR: How Elizabeth Banks Shocked the Industry with the Wild Tale of a Coked Out Bear 59:15

5M ago59:15

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Director/Producer Elizabeth Banks, who always impresses us with her vast array of talents, joins Hollywood Gold for a second time to discuss one of 2023's most talked about movies, COCAINE BEAR. Banks responded to the script as soon as she read it as she was looking for an unexpected follow up to CHARLIE'S ANGELS. The myriad difficulties of having …

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POOR THINGS: How the Power of Emma Stone Got the Year's Oscar Darling Made 42:54

5M ago42:54

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Producers Ed Guiney and Andrew Lowe discuss the long and winding road to production for Yorgos Lanthimos' fantastical POOR THINGS, which was just nominated for a mind-blowing 11 Oscars. The producing pair had been fans of Yorgos' Greek films, and helped him successfully navigate the transition to English language films beginning with 2015's breakou…

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THE JOY LUCK CLUB: How a Barrier-Breaking Film Paved the Way for Asian Content in Hollywood 47:57

5M ago47:57

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Producer Janet Yang recounts the making of 1993's groundbreaking adaptation of Amy Tan's THE JOY LUCK CLUB. After trailblazing a career path bridging the gap between American movies and Chinese audiences, Janet got her first taste of producing with Spielberg's EMPIRE OF THE SUN. Her initial experience of THE JOY LUCK CLUB was reading three chapters…

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NAPOLEON DYNAMITE'S 20th Anniversary: How a Movie No One Believed In Became a Cult Classic 58:59

5M ago58:59

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Producer Sean Covel details the making of 2004's surprise box office smash NAPOLEON DYNAMITE. In contrast to the poppy, feel-good films of the early 2000s, Sean saw genius in the offbeat humor of the film's unlikely hero. Despite being difficult to cast with the likes of Jake Gyllenhaal, Jack Black, and Bruce Campbell all passing on the project, th…

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THE LITTLE MERMAID: How Lin-Manuel Miranda Helped Modernize a Disney Classic 46:16

6M ago46:16

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Editor Wyatt Smith guides us through the making of the most ambitious Disney live action remake to date. Wyatt, fresh off the remake of another Disney classic (Mary Poppins Returns), was involved in THE LITTLE MERMAID from day one with his frequent collaborator, director Rob Marshall. The filmmaker faced numerous challenges from updating the music,…

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THE HUNGER GAMES: How Jennifer Lawrence's Untouchable Audition Won Her a Career-Making Role 58:20

6M ago58:20

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Producer Nina Jacobson recounts the making of 2012's wildly successful THE HUNGER GAMES, the adaptation of the hit book series that became a cultural phenomenon and catapulted Jennifer Lawrence to superstardom. Nina, fresh off a gig as the head of Disney, used her studio experience to navigate the tricky road to successfully launch the first film o…

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THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA: How Meryl Streep's Unexpected Comedic Turn Made Anna Wintour a Household Name 38:22

7M ago38:22

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Producer Wendy Finerman discusses the making of 2006's Oscar-nominated classic THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA. Wendy was confident in the unexpected casting of Meryl Streep in a role that many didn't think she would be funny in, and was proved right when Meryl truly embodied a role that immortalized Vogue's already famous Anna Wintour. Paired with the brill…

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SILVER LININGS PLAYBOOK: How David O. Russell's Incredible Direction Won Jennifer Lawrence Her First Oscar at 23 51:58

7M ago51:58

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Producer Bruce Cohen recounts the making of 2012’s Oscar winning Silver Linings Playbook, David O. Russell’s brilliant film about a bipolar man and the widow who changed his life. Not only did the film launch a young Jennifer Lawrence into a new career stratosphere and encourage Bradley Cooper’s interest in directing, it remains one of the few film…

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ARRIVAL: The Genius of Denis Villeneuve and His First Foray Into Sci-Fi 51:54

7M ago51:54

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Producer Dan Levine recalls the making of 2016's iconic ARRIVAL. From the moment he read Ted Chiang's STORY OF YOUR LIFE, Dan knew he had to find a way to bring it to the screen. Director Denis Villeneuve, an incredible talent but still relatively unknown, was the perfect choice. Producers had to wait until Denis wrapped SICARiO, but things moved q…

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DESPERATELY SEEKING SUSAN: How Madonna Went From Unknown to Superstar While Filming Her Feature Debut 50:54

7M ago50:54

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Producer Sarah Pillsbury details the Superstar women both in front of and behind the screen who made1985's iconic film DESPERATELY SEEKING SUSAN. Taking a risk on newcomer Madonna, an emerging musician who would walk the streets of New York with a boombox on her shoulder, turned out to be a genius bet. "Like a Virgin" was released during production…

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SOMETHING'S GOTTA GIVE: How Nancy Meyers Turned an Unwanted Romcom Into an Oscar-Nominated Success 50:04

7M ago50:04

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Multi-hyphanate writer, director, and producer Nancy Meyers shares how studios initially rejected her idea for a romantic film about an older couple. No one wanted to see people of a certain age be sexy, but Meyers believed in the value and impact of telling a non-traditional love story. Meyers' brilliant writing and masterful production design fou…

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AIR: How Michael Jordan Got Viola Davis to Play His Mom 53:14

8M ago53:14

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Producers Jason Michael Berman and Jordan Moldo talk about the kismet involved in assembling the perfect team to tell Sonny Vaccaro's story in AIR. From the marriage of sports, movies, and aritst equity in the production comapnies, to Ben Affleck boarding as director, to securing the dream cast and the blessings of Sonny, Michael Jordan, and Nike, …

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