Best Amanda Wagner Podcasts (2024)

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E47 Amanda McCrossin | Joe Wagner 45:15

4d ago45:15

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Get ready to raise your glasses and join us for a sparkling two-part extravaganza on "Go With Your Palate" as we welcome the fabulous Amanda McCrossin, Certified Sommelier & Media Personality extraordinaire! Known as @sommvivant on social media, Amanda brings her infectious passion for wine and knack for demystifying the world of vino to our podcas…

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FilmWeek: ‘Challengers,’ ‘Bad Faith,’ ‘Humane,’ And More 30:34

6d ago30:34

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Larry Mantle and LAist film critics Tim Cogshell and Andy Klein review this weekend’s new movie releases in theaters, streaming, and on demand platforms: “Challengers” Wide Release “Boy Kills World” Wide Release “Egoist” Wide Release “Bad Faith” VOD “Photographic Justice: The Corky Lee Story” Laemmle Glendale [Glendale] April 26th | Streaming on PB…

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FilmWeek Feature: Seven Samurai 70 Years Later: Looking Back At Kurosawa’s Masterpiece & Legacy 19:04

6d ago19:04

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One of the most prolific and exceptional filmmakers who ever lived, Akira Kurosawa has an anniversary for his best works. His 1954 film “Seven Samurai” has now hit its 70th anniversary, released on April 26. It’s a film that was voted the 20th best film of all time by prominent members of the film industry who took part in BFI’s Top 225 list back i…

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HTLA Presents: Revival House: Part 7 - The Long Road From Silent Films to Brain Dead Studios 16:49

11d ago16:49

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Go back to the movies with us! We're still profiling LA's repertory theaters in Revival House cause there are SO MANY to check out! In this episode, we explore a cool space with some deep, messy history. Fashion label Brain Dead has taken over a site that some would consider....a little cursed. Originally opened in the 1940s as The Silent Movie The…

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FilmWeek Feature: Larry Talks To The Zellners, Directors of ‘Sasquatch Sunset’ 19:04

13d ago19:04

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David and Nathan Zellners’ latest feature, ‘Sasquatch Sunset,’ is an unconventional story about a family of sasquatches living their lives in the woods of California’s Humboldt County. The film’s presentation has qualities not much different than popular live nature cams you’ll find today, making for a narrative that’s less to do with structure and…

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FilmWeek: ‘Spy x Family Code: White,’ ‘We Grown Now,’ ‘The People’s Joker,’ And More 30:34

13d ago30:34

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Larry Mantle and LAist film critics Christy Lemire, Wade Major, and Charles Solomon review this weekend’s new movie releases in theaters, streaming, and on demand platforms: “The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare” Wide Release “Abigail” Wide Release “Spy x Family Code: White” Wide Release “We Grown Now” Cinemark Baldwin Hills [Crenshaw] & XD, AMC C…

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E46 David Mandler pt 2 | Joe Wagner 37:23

15d ago37:23

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Get ready for a double dose of PR magic on "Go With Your Palate" as we welcome the dynamic David Mandler, Senior Vice President of Magrino PR Agency, for a two-part episode extravaganza! We'll uncover the origin story of David's remarkable career in PR, from his early days at Margrino to his role as a leading force in integrated marketing and brand…

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HTLA Presents: Revival House: Part 6 - The Academy Museum's Sister Cinemas 16:47

17d ago16:47

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We're back with another episode of Revival House, but this time we're not heading to a 100 year old theater... The David Geffen and Ted Mann theaters at the Academy Museum of Motion Arts and Pictures are a new addition to L.A's revival programming. In this episode, we explore what the theaters, which only opened in 2021, have to offer our city's mo…

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FilmWeek Feature: Larry Talks to ‘Civil War’ Stars Wagner Moura & Cailee Spaeny 19:04

20d ago19:04

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‘Civil War’ sees director Alex Garland’s imagined universe of what a second civil war would look like in the United States. Audiences are guided through the film by its main protagonists, a quartet of journalists played by Kirsten Dunst, Wagner Moura, Cailee Spaeny, and Stephen McKinley Henderson. Shows the lengths to which these journalists are wi…

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FilmWeek: 'Civil War,' ‘The Old Oak,' 'Ryuichi Sakamoto: Opus' & More 30:34

20d ago30:34

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Larry Mantle and LAist film critics Lael Loewenstein and Tim Cogshell review this weekend’s new movie releases in theaters, streaming, and on demand platforms: “Civil War” Wide Release “The Old Oak” Leammle Royal April 12th [West LA] “Coup de Chance” Laemmle Monica Film Center [Santa Monica] & VOD “Sasquatch Sunset” Alamo Drafthouse [DTLA] April 12…

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E46 David Mandler | Joe Wagner 31:53

22d ago31:53

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Get ready for a double dose of PR magic on "Go With Your Palate" as we welcome the dynamic David Mandler, Senior Vice President of Magrino PR Agency, for a two-part episode extravaganza! We'll uncover the origin story of David's remarkable career in PR, from his early days at Margrino to his role as a leading force in integrated marketing and brand…

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HTLA Presents: Revival House: Part 5 - The Highland Theatre says Goodbye 12:12

24d ago12:12

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Revival House is breaking format for this episode, and we’re saying goodbye to a historic first-run movie theater. The Highland Theatre in Highland Park was one of the only movie theaters in Northeast LA. A designated historic cultural monument, the exterior will remain intact, but its future is uncertain. In this episode, How To LA producer Victor…

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FilmWeek Feature: Larry Talks To Amanda McBaine & Jesse Moss, Directors Of Documentary ‘Girls State’ 19:06

27d ago19:06

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A new documentary, directed by Emmy-award-winning directors Amanda McBaine and Jesse Moss, looks into the decision-making of 500 civically engaged teen girls in Missouri who go through the process of electing their peers to different branches of government. This follows the 2020 documentary “Boys State,” which won them their Primetime Emmy, followi…

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FilmWeek: ‘Monkey Man,’ ‘The Beast,’ ‘Kim’s Video’ And More 30:36

27d ago30:36

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Larry Mantle and LAist film critics Peter Rainer and Manuel Betancourt review this weekend’s new movie releases in theaters, streaming, and on demand platforms: “The First Omen” Wide Release “Monkey Man” Wide Release “The Beast” AMC Burbank 16 [Burbank] + Landmark Sunset [Hollywood] “The Greatest Hits” AMC Burbank Town Center 8 April 5th | Streamin…

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HTLA Presents: Revival House: Part 4 - The Gardena Cinema's Fight to Stay Open 22:51

1M ago22:51

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As we continue our series "Revival House," How To LA producer Victoria Alejandro is taking us to the South Bay of LA. We're checking out the Gardena Cinema, which pivoted to revival screenings relatively recently. The theater has been owned by the Kim family since 1976, and is now a non-profit run by Judy Kim and a team of 40 volunteers. Kim has sa…

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FilmWeek: ‘Godzilla x Kong The New Empire,’ ‘DogMan,’ ‘Femme’ And More 30:36

1M ago30:36

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Larry Mantle and LAist film critics Amy Nicholson and Tim Cogshell review this weekend’s new movie releases in theaters, streaming, and on demand platforms: “Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire” Wide Release “Wicked Little Letters” AMC The Grove 14 + AMC Century City 15|Expands April 4th [Next Thursday] “Californie” Available to stream on Film Movement…

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FilmWeek Feature: Larry Mantle’s Interview With Author Joseph McBride 19:06

1M ago19:06

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From the film noir classics “Double Indemnity” and “The Lost Weekend,” to the comedies of “Sunset Boulevard” and “Some Like It Hot,” Billy Wilder’s nearly five-decade film career dove into the milieu of then-contemporary American life through character-driven stories which garnered the filmmaker seven Academy Awards and 22 nominations. His work oft…

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Now that's what I call Wineography! | Joe Wagner 1:00:33

1M ago1:00:33

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Welcome to a special edition of "Go With Your Palate" where we're uncorking the Wineography of some of Joe's most iconic creations! Join us as we revisit the origin stories behind Böen, Elouan, and Napa Valley Quilt – each bottle a testament to Joe's passion for winemaking and innovation. From the rolling hills of California to the rugged coastal i…

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HTLA Presents: Revival House: Part 3 - Vidiots Brings 60,000 DVDs and a New Theater to a Historic Space 23:00

1M ago23:00

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Neon! Mullets! Video stores! Relive the 80s with us... As we continue our series "Revival House," How to LA producer Victoria Alejandro is taking us to Eagle Rock to check out Vidiots. The iconic video store opened in Santa Monica in the 80s, and closed its doors in 2017. But, Vidiots reopened last year in the historic Eagle theater. And yes, all o…

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FilmWeek: ‘Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire,’ ‘Shirley,’ ‘Late Night with the Devil’ And More 36:53

1M ago36:53

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Larry Mantle and LAist film critics Peter Rainer and Christy Lemire review this weekend’s new movie releases in theaters, streaming, and on demand platforms: “Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire” In Select Theaters “Immaculate” In Select Theaters “Road House” Streaming on Amazon Prime “Limbo” Laemmle Monica Film [Santa Monica] “Shirley” Streaming on Neflix…

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FilmWeek Feature: Julio Torres 12:52

1M ago12:52

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PROBLEMISTA is a new A24 comedy about an aspiring toy designer from El Salvador struggling to bring his unusual ideas to life. As time runs out on his work visa, Alejandro attempts to get his erratic art-world outcast boss, played by Tilda Swinton, to be that cosigner. She becomes his only hope to stay in the country. The film premiered at SXSW in …

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E45 Barreling Down | Joe Wagner 1:04:49

1M ago1:04:49

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Get ready to uncork some juicy topics on "Go With Your Palate" as we dive into the fascinating world of reality TV with a deep dive into the popular show "Love is Blind" – but the real question is, is it true love or just reality show magic? Plus, Joe takes us on a journey through his latest barrel experiments, from the social media sensation of st…

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HTLA Presents: Revival House: Part 2 - The New Beverly Cinema, Always On Film 17:05

2M ago17:05

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As we continue our series "Revival House," How to LA producer Victoria Alejandro is taking us to The New Beverly Cinema over in Fairfax, where movies are always on film. The theater, owned by Quentin Tarantino, has a long history as complex as LA's. Join us as we explore the building's history and discover what makes it a special place to catch a d…

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FilmWeek: ‘American Dreamer,’ ‘Irish Wish,’ ‘The Animal Kingdom’ And More 30:34

2M ago30:34

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Larry Mantle and LAist film critics Wade Major, Charles Solomon, and Andy Klein review this weekend’s new movie releases in theaters, streaming, and on demand platforms: “Knox Goes Away” In Select Theaters “American Dreamer” Laemmle’s Monica Film Center [Santa Monica] + Town Center 5 [Encino]|Available on VOD Platforms “Demon Slayer: To The Hashira…

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FilmWeek Feature Larry’s Interview With Christopher Nolan About OPPENHEIMER 15:44

2M ago15:44

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Chrisptopher Nolan is known for his film epics that demand to be seen in theaters on the big screen with their breath-taking visuals and intricate plots. His latest film, Oppenheimer, although Nolan’s first biopic, is no exception. The film is based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning book “American Prometheus: The Triumph and Tragedy of J. Robert Oppenh…

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HTLA Presents: Revival House: Part 1 - The Nuart Theater 19:17

2M ago19:17

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In this episode, our guide is How to LA producer Victoria Alejandro is taking us to a midnight movie at the historic Nuart Theatre. The Nuart Theatre's art deco marquee lights up Santa Monica and Sawtelle — so head west with us to a screening of "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and discover cult cinema past and present. Guests: Austin Fresh and Nina…

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E44 Bedtime Stories | Joe Wagner 1:07:12

2M ago1:07:12

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Get ready for a steamy ride on "Go With Your Palate" as we delve into the sultry world of underground book clubs and the tantalizing new age romance novel, "Neverland Chronicles" by T.S. Kinley. Warning: spoilers ahead and things are about to get explicit as we dive into an excerpt from the book. But that's not all – Joe spills the beans on some hi…

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FilmWeek’s 22nd Annual Academy Awards Preview Show 50:38

2M ago50:38

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The Oscars are just around the corner! And that means it’s time for our yearly deep dive into the Oscar nominees. This year, Christopher Nolan’s “Oppenheimer” takes the lead with a total of 13 nominations, including Best Actor in a Leading Role (Cillian Murphy), Best Director, and Best Picture. It’s followed closely behind by Yorgos Lanthimos’ “Poo…

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HTLA Presents: Our Love Letter To LA's Indie Movie Theaters Introducing 'Revival House' 16:38

2M ago16:38

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How To LA is kicking off a new 10-part series we’re calling Revival House. We are going to take you inside these spaces — the vintage spots and some newer ones — to explore their past and their present…and help you connect with some indie theaters in YOUR neighborhoods. Independent movie theaters are having a moment. Many just turned — or are turni…

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E43 Ludwig “Lucki” Maurer | Joe Wagner 42:49

2M ago42:49

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Get ready for a sizzling episode of "Go With Your Palate" as we welcome a special guest all the way from Germany! Ludwig "Lucki" Maurer, the culinary maestro behind Ludwig Maurers MEATing Point and a trailblazer in the world of gastronomy, joins us to share his extraordinary journey from chef to master of organic Wagyu cattle breeding and beyond. F…

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FilmWeek: ‘Dune Part Two,’ “The Reverend,’ ‘Megamind vs The Doom Syndicate’ And More 30:36

2M ago30:36

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Larry Mantle and LAist film critics Lael Loewenstein and Tim Cogshell review this weekend’s new movie releases in theaters, streaming, and on demand platforms: Dune: Part Two (in wide release) Problemista (in select theaters, expands March 22) “Spaceman” Streaming on Netflix Cabrini (wide release March 18) Love Lies Bleeding (Los Feliz Theaters in …

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FilmWeek Feature: Larry Mantle And The FilmWeek Critics Discuss The Best International Feature Category Ahead Of The 96th Academy Awards Ceremony 19:06

2M ago19:06

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The Best International Feature Film category for this year’s Academy Awards is stacked with films touching on everything from the monotony of depravity to the hope we carry within our dreams. Today on FilmWeek, LAist film critics Tim Cogshell, Lael Loewenstein, Christy Lemire, and Wade Major review the Oscar-nominated International films and dive i…

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FilmWeek Feature Oscar-Nominated Screenwriter Tony McNamara Takes Us Into The World Of “Poor Things” 19:51

2M ago19:51

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Poor Things is a 2023 science fantasy directed by Yorgos Lanthimos and written by Tony McNamara. It stars Emma Stone, Mark Ruffalo, Willem Dafoe and Ramy Youssef. Based on the 1992 novel of the same name by Alasdair Gray, the plot focuses on Bella Baxter, a young woman living in Victorian era London. After being resurrected by a scientist named God…

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FilmWeek: ‘Io Capitano,’ ‘Ennio,’ ‘Stopmotion’ And More 29:53

2M ago29:53

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Larry Mantle and LAist film critics Christy Lemire and Manuel Betancourt review this weekend’s new movie releases in theaters, streaming, and on demand platforms: “Dune: Part Two” Preview “Drive Away Dolls” Wide Release “Ordinary Angels” Wide Release “The Arc of Oblivion” Laemmle NoHo 7 [North Hollywood] “About Dry Grasses” Laemmle Royal [West LA] …

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E42 Wild Wine Tours | Joe Wagner 49:44

2M ago49:44

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Buckle up for a wild ride as Joe spills the grapes on some of the craziest wine tour stories you've ever heard, while also dishing out some essential wine touring etiquette tips to keep your glass full and your experience smooth. Plus, we're tapping into the wisdom of some top-notch Somms as we dive into the latest insights from the Somm Journal. F…

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FilmWeek: ‘Madame Web,’ ‘Drift,’ ‘Monolith’ And More 30:36

3M ago30:36

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Larry Mantle and LAist film critics Wade Major and Amy Nicholson review this weekend’s new movie releases in theaters, streaming, and on demand platforms: “Madame Web” Wide Release “This Is Me… Now: A Love Story” Streaming on Amazon Prime “Players” Bay Theater [Pacific Palisades] | Streaming on Netflix “Drift” Laemmle Monica Film Center | Expands I…

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FilmWeek Feature: Oscar-Nominated Actress Sandra Huller Discusses “Anatomy Of A Fall” 19:06

3M ago19:06

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“Anatomy of a Fall” is a French drama directed by Justine Triet who co-wrote the screenplay with her husband, Arthur Harari, during the pandemic lockdown. The film premiered at the 76th Cannes Film Festival last May, where it won the prestigious Palme d'Or, the highest prize awarded at the festival. It has gone on to win many more awards and receiv…

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E41 Field Trip: Production | Joe Wagner 54:07

3M ago54:07

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Get ready for an exciting on-the-road adventure as "Go With Your Palate" takes you behind the scenes to our very own winery production! Join us as we embark on the fascinating journey of wine bottling, from the first pour of liquid gold into glass to the final corking of our delicious creations. With a special appearance from the master of our bott…

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FilmWeek: ‘The Monk and the Gun,’ ‘The Space Race,’ ‘Disco Boy’ And More 30:36

3M ago30:36

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Larry Mantle and LAist film critics Tim Cogshell and Peter Rainer review this weekend’s new movie releases in theaters, streaming, and on demand platforms: “The Taste of Things” Laemmle Royal [West LA]| Expands Wide Release Feb. 14th “Bob Marley: One Love” Wide Release “Out of Darkness” Wide Release “Lisa Frankenstein” Wide Release “Suncoast” Strea…

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FilmWeek Feature: Oscar-Nominated Screenwriter Samy Burch Shares Her Process For ‘May December' 19:07

3M ago19:07

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Despite what began as a shocking affair, then 36-year old Gracie (Julianne Moore) and 13-year old Joe (Charles Melton) now lead a seemingly picture-perfect suburban life some 20 years later. Their domestic bliss is disrupted when Elizabeth (Natalie Portman), a famous actress, arrives to research her upcoming role as Gracie. As Elizabeth ingratiates…

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E40 Winemaker vs AI | Joe Wagner 54:04

3M ago54:04

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Join us on a heartfelt and adrenaline-pumping episode of "Go With Your Palate" as Joe opens up about the rollercoaster ride of being a dad, sharing a recent scare involving his son's motorcycle escapade (thankfully, all's well!). Get ready for a wild detour into the world of AI, as Joe playfully challenges artificial intelligence with the intricate…

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FilmWeek: ‘Argylle,’ ‘The Promised Land,’ ‘How To Have Sex’ And More 30:36

3M ago30:36

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Larry Mantle and LAist film critics Lael Loewenstein, Andy Klein, and Charles Solomon review this weekend’s new movie releases in theaters, streaming, and on demand platforms: “Argylle” In Wide Release “Orion and the Dark” Streaming On Netflix “The Promised Land” In Select Theaters “Paprika” In Select Theaters For One Night Only Feb. 7th “Perfect D…

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FilmWeek Feature: Larry Mantle Interviews Director WIM WENDERS About His New Film Perfect Days 19:07

3M ago19:07

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Wim Wenders' new film PERFECT DAYS is nominated for Best International Feature Film at this year’s 96th Academy Awards — the first Japanese Oscar submission not directed by a Japanese filmmaker. The film follows Hirayama, a toilet cleaner with a passion for music, books, and a fondness for photographing trees. Despite his structured life, his past …

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FilmWeek Feature: Larry Mantle Interviews The Trio Of Directors For “Spider-Man Across The Spider-Verse” 21:36

3M ago21:36

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The animated film “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” continues the story of Miles Morales as he tirelessly balances home life and high school alongside his secret life as Spider-Man. In Across the Spider-Verse, Morales finds himself once again caught up in a multidimensional struggle, this time encountering a team of Spider-People in charge of o…

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FilmWeek: ‘The Greatest Night In Pop,’ ‘The Underdoggs,’ Sundance Updates And More 28:06

3M ago28:06

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Larry Mantle and LAist film critics Wade Major and Peter Rainer review this weekend’s new movie releases in theaters, streaming, and on demand platforms; Los Angeles Times and NPR’s “Fresh Air” film critic Justin Chang updates us on Sundance films to look out for and more: “The Greatest Night In Pop” Streaming On Netflix Jan. 29th “Sometimes I Thin…

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E39 New Year, New Wine pt2 | Joe Wagner 55:36

3M ago55:36

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Welcome to the dazzling second episode of the year on "Go With Your Palate"! In Part One of this Two-Part delight, we're popping the cork on the excitement, offering a tantalizing preview of Joe's upcoming wine releases, including the exquisite Albariño and the lively Sauvignon Blanc. Get ready to mark your calendars as we unveil the newest additio…

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FilmWeek Feature: Larry Mantle Interviews MICHAEL MANN About His New Film FERRARI 19:07

3M ago19:07

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Michael Mann’s latest feature FERRARI, which he both directed and produced, starring Adam Driver, Penelope Cruz and Shailene Woodley, tells the story of the iconic Enzo Ferrari. Based on Brock Yates’ 1991 book Enzo Ferrari: The Man, The Car, The Races, The Machine, with a screenplay by Troy Kennedy Martin, Mann’s FERRARI is a character study and un…

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FilmWeek: ‘The Kitchen,’ ‘Inside The Yellow Cocoon Shell,’ ‘Bye Bye Tiberias’ And More 30:36

3M ago30:36

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Larry Mantle and LAist film critics Christy Lemire, Tim Cogshell and Charles Solomon review this weekend’s new movie releases in theaters, streaming, and on demand platforms: “I.S.S.” Wide Release “The Kitchen” Streaming on Netflix “The End We Start From” In Select Theaters “Maboroshi” Streaming on Netflix “Inside The Yellow Cocoon Shell” One Show …

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E39 New Year, New Wine | Joe Wagner 41:56

4M ago41:56

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Welcome to the dazzling second episode of the year on "Go With Your Palate"! In Part One of this Two-Part delight, we're popping the cork on the excitement, offering a tantalizing preview of Joe's upcoming wine releases, including the exquisite Albariño and the lively Sauvignon Blanc. Get ready to mark your calendars as we unveil the newest additio…

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FilmWeek Feature: Larry Mantle Interviews Director Celine Song About Her New Film PAST LIVES 20:06

4M ago20:06

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Nora and Hae Sung, two deeply connected childhood friends, are wrested apart after Nora's family emigrates from South Korea. Twenty years later, they are reunited for one fateful week as they confront notions of love and destiny. This film marks Celine Song’s directorial debut and stars Greta Lee, Teo Yoo and John Magaro. Today, Larry sits down wit…

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