Cinema Flow Podcast

Director Padraic McKinley joins the podcast to discuss The Weight, his new film starring Ethan Hawke and Russell Crowe, in theaters September 18th. Set in Oregon in 1933, the film follows a man who is torn from his daughter and sent to a brutal work camp. He is tempted by the prison warden with early release if he smuggles gold through the deadly wilderness, but betrayal festers within the crew, and he questions how far he'll go to see his child again. McKinley breaks down his collaboration with his cinematographer on the film's shot choices and lens work, his innovative approach to editing key sequences, shooting the film's tense set pieces and car chase, and how his background as an editor shapes his approach to directing. 🎬 The Weight hits movie theaters September 18th. Link to The Weight Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theweightfilm?igsi=ZWtveXFrb3oxam8y Link to The Weight trailer: https://youtu.be/7YpuMymmiJ8?is=OSfTAkOZ3XElGDqu Link to the Cinema Flow Podcast website: https://www.cinemaflowpodcast.com/

Director Scott Waugh joins the podcast to discuss Runner, his new action film starring Alan Ritchson and Owen Wilson, in theaters September 11th. The film follows a delivery man tasked with bringing a new healthy liver to a sick girl, forced to evade ruthless mercenaries who plan on taking the liver for themselves. Waugh breaks down his approach to shooting action and vehicle sequences, working with stunt coordinators to bring the fight choreography to life, and his own journey from stuntman to director. 🎬 Runner hits movie theaters September 11th. Link to Runner tickets: https://www.angel.com/movies/runner Link to Runner trailer: https://youtu.be/m8JUmBgHejI?is=_JyOafbiUX5xX327 Link to the Cinema Flow Podcast website: https://www.cinemaflowpodcast.com/

Stephen Galloway, Dean of Chapman University's Dodge College of Film and Media Arts, joins the podcast for a wide-ranging conversation filmed in-person at his office. We discuss the current state of the job market, and the pros and cons of climbing the corporate ladder vs. working independently and how to stay resilient in an industry full of rejection. It's a fascinating look at film education and the current state of Hollywood from someone shaping the next generation of filmmakers. Link to Stephen's books: Truly Madly https://shorturl.at/ln2WC Leading Lady https://shorturl.at/Auy0h Link to the Cinema Flow Podcast website: https://www.cinemaflowpodcast.com/

Director Macon Blair joins the podcast to discuss "Idiots", his new film starring Dave Franco and O'Shea Jackson Jr., in theaters August 28th. The film follows two idiots who have hit rock bottom, tasked with transporting a troubled teen to rehab, only for the simple job to spiral into a chaotic journey of drugs, danger, and crime as their passenger derails their plans. 🎬 IDIOTS hits movie theaters August 28th. Get your tickets now! Link to Macon's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/macon_blair/ Link to Idiots Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/idiotsthefilm/ Link to Idiots tickets: https://www.idiotsmovie.com/ Link to Idiots Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/film/idiots-2026/ Link to Idiots trailer: https://youtu.be/UoAf0LNAn30?is=2sIU1NwDRuOaqDHA Link to the Cinema Flow Podcast website: https://www.cinemaflowpodcast.com/

Zack sits down with one of his favorite filmmakers, Matt Johnson, to discuss his new film, Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie, distributed by Neon. They talk about the film's production and the challenges of indie filmmaking. Nirvanna is streaming on Hulu now.

Director Jay Chandrasekhar joins the podcast to discuss Super Troopers 3, his new film written by and starring his fellow Broken Lizard members, in theaters today, August 7th. The film follows Farva's wildly over-the-top engagement to Thorny's sister, which spirals into chaos as the Super Troopers navigate schemes to break up the couple, crack a pernicious new drug ring, and try to save the wedding along the way. 🎬 Super Troopers 3 hits movie theaters today! Get tickets MEOW! Link to Super Troopers 3 tickets: https://shorturl.at/aMnFE Jay's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaychandrasekhar/ Super Troopers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/supertroopers/ Broken Lizard Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brokenlizard/?g=5 Link to the Cinema Flow Podcast website: https://www.cinemaflowpodcast.com/

Director Kent Jones joins the podcast to discuss Late Fame, his new film starring Willem Dafoe and Greta Lee, in theaters August 7th. The film follows legendary New York poet Ed Saxberger as his forgotten works captivate an eccentric group of young creatives, reigniting his artistic passion, with his renewed sense of purpose complicated by the bewitching presence of actress Gloria. Jones breaks down his collaboration with his cinematographer on the film's handheld style, natural lighting, and 1.66:1 aspect ratio, his editing process, and his approach to directing Dafoe and Lee. 🎬 Late Fame hits movie theaters August 7th. Get your tickets! Link to Late Fame tickets: https://www.magpictures.com/latefame/ Link to the Cinema Flow Podcast website: https://www.cinemaflowpodcast.com/

Tony Award-winning director Rachel Chavkin joins the podcast to discuss the filmed production of Hadestown, one of the most celebrated Broadway musicals of the 21st century, currently playing in movie theaters across North America. Chavkin breaks down the process of bringing the acclaimed stage show to the big screen. She also reflects on her other acclaimed work, including Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 and Moby Dick, and gives us an update on her latest musical The Lunchbox as well as her upcoming play Welcome Table. 🎬 Hadestown is playing in movie theaters right now. Get your tickets! Link to Hadestown tickets: https://hadestown.com/ Link to Rachel's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachel.chavkin/?hl=en

Director Derrick Borte joins the podcast to discuss his new crime film, THE GET OUT, opening in theaters June 26th and available on digital June 30th. The film follows a nightclub owner on the verge of leaving his dangerous past behind, whose plans unravel when a masked gunman robs him and puts him in the crosshairs of a ruthless cartel. Starring Russell Crowe, Teresa Palmer, Luke Evans, Nina Dobrev, and Aaron Paul. Borte discusses adapting Thomas Perry's novel "Strip" with co-writer Daniel Forte, and what drew him to the project after making "Unhinged". We dive into crafting the film's modern noir aesthetic with his cinematographer, managing the balance between comedy and genuine stakes, and the film's killer soundtrack, and much more. 🎬 The Get Out opens in select theaters June 26th and is available on digital June 30th. Link to THE GET OUT trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oB6HNuKxLmo Link to Derrick's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/derrickborte/?hl=en Link to Derrick's X: https://x.com/derrickborte?s=20 Special thanks to Dan R. Howard for creating the new Cinema Flow Podcast theme song that can be heard at the beginning and end of this episode. Link to Dan's website: https://play.reelcrafter.com/DRH.Composer/Film-Music-Reel Special thanks to the Ginsberg Libby team for making this interview possible.

Director Michael Tiddes joins the show to discuss his new horror-themed comedy blockbuster, SCARY MOVIE, currently playing in theaters everywhere. The film stars Marlon Wayans, Shawn Wayans, Anna Faris, and Regina Hall. It's a hysterical parody of all of your favorite horror movies from the last ten years. Michael's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaeltiddes/?hl=en Michael's X: https://x.com/MikeTiddes?lang=en Scary Movie trailer: https://youtu.be/0fZ58S-7QP0?si=av0gYcUs8jV_jyCS Scary Movie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scarymovie/?hl=en Get your tickets now: https://www.scarymovie.film/home/

Angelique Acuña joins the show for the 2027 Oscars Fantasy Draft. She and Zack will each draft 10 films that they think will be nominated for Best Picture at the 99th Academy Awards. Check out Angelique's Substack for some great film writing and Survivor coverage. Link: https://shorturl.at/bOjGo Angelique Acuña's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/angelique.acuna/ Angelique Acuña's Letterboxd: https://boxd.it/35YDZ Zack's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/zackbaki

Screenwriter Zachary Donohue joins the show to discuss the new horror film, PASSENGER, currently playing in movie theaters around the world. The film follows a young couple who witnesses a gruesome highway accident and soon realizes they did not leave the crash scene alone. A demonic presence called the Passenger turns their van life adventure into a nightmare. Donohue discusses the inspiration behind the story and how the screenplay evolved from first draft to finished film. 🎬 Passenger is currently playing in movie theaters everywhere. Get your tickets now. Passenger trailer: https://youtu.be/eNIn8kW1kyE?si=mGduyo8o4LUBPJKx Zachary's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/donohuezach/ Passenger Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passengermovie/ Special thanks to Mortimer PR for making this interview possible.

Writer-director Damien McCarthy joins the show to discuss his new horror film, HOKUM, currently playing in cinemas everywhere. The film follows Ohm Bauman, a troubled writer who retreats to a remote inn to scatter his parents' ashes, only to be consumed by tales of a witch haunting the honeymoon suite. Disturbing visions and a shocking disappearance force him to confront the dark corners of his past. McCarthy discusses how he crafted Ohm's character arc, turning an unlikeable protagonist into someone the audience roots for by the end. We also dive into the filmmaking craft behind Hokum, including its stunning cinematography, practical effects, and the creative production design that brings the inn to life. 🎬 Hokum is currently playing in cinemas everywhere. Get your tickets now. Hokum trailer: https://youtu.be/jP2nDyQWBOU?si=0qIkw0G03KDKMxw9 Damien's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hows_themovie_goin/ Damien's Website: https://www.hediesattheend.com/ Hokum Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/film/hokum/ Hokum Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hokum.movie/ Damien's short films: https://www.youtube.com/@millerkarras/videos Get your tickets now: https://www.fandango.com/hokum-2026-244804/movie-overview Special thanks to Neon and the Ginsberg Libby for making this interview possible.

Film podcast legend, Sean O'Connell, joins the show. He is the deputy editor of CBR (Comic Book Resources), former co-host of the beloved ReelBlend podcast, and author of three essential film books: Release the Snyder Cut , With Great Power , and Bruce Willis . Zack and Sean go deep on the legacy of ReelBlend and Sean breaks down his work at CBR. Then the conversation turns to his books: the grassroots fan movement behind the Snyder Cut, the untold history of Spider-Man on film, and what it was like writing a career retrospective on one of Hollywood's most prolific stars, Bruce Willis. Plus: the results of the legendary 2025 ReelBlend Fantasy Draft are finally revealed. Timecodes: 01:10 ReelBlend Memories 11:00 CBR: Comic Book Resources 13:32 Release the Snyder Cut 18:49 With Great Power: Spider-Man 23:55 Bruce Willis: A Career Retrospective Links: Order Sean's books: https://spider-man-with-great-power-book.kit.com/ Sean's CBR page: https://www.cbr.com/author/sean-o-connell/ Sean's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sean_oconnell33/ Sean's X: https://x.com/Sean_OConnell CBR YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/@cbr/videos ReelBlend YouTube archive: https://www.youtube.com/@ReelBlend

Filmmaker Kirk Jones joins the show to discuss his award-winning film I Swear , opening in cinemas on April 24. The film follows John Davidson, a man living with Tourette's syndrome, as he grows from a misunderstood teenager in the 1980s into someone who discovers purpose through the kindness of others. Jones shares the origins of the story and how he carefully balanced humor and emotion to create a film that's both deeply moving and genuinely funny. We also dive into the filmmaking craft behind I Swear , including its cinematography, editing choices, and Robert Aramayo's BAFTA-winning performance. 🎬 I Swear hits U.S. theaters on April 24th. Kirk's Website: https://www.kirkjones.com/ Kirk's IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0428600/ I Swear Trailer: https://youtu.be/10ynpduiRpM?si=8ToKbv7xPYV3_2Me I Swear Website: https://www.iswearfilm.com/home/ I Swear Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/film/i-swear/

Writer Ben Hopkins joins the show to discuss his latest film, Fuze. Starring Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Theo James, and Sam Worthington, and directed by David Mackenzie (Hell or High Water), Fuze is a tense action-thriller that begins with the discovery of an unexploded World War II bomb at a construction site in the heart of London. What follows is a high-stakes race against time as authorities scramble to evacuate the city before disaster strikes. 🎬 Fuze is in cinemas now in the U.K. and hits theaters in the U.S. on April 24th. Ben Hopkins' Website: https://benhopkins.eu/ Fuze Trailer: https://youtu.be/vh9FR7R9QCo?si=Jxk7DkoGh_vadLTq Fuze Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/fuze.film/ Fuze IMDb Page: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt31189814/

Filmmaker Chandler Levack joins the show to discuss her 2 new films, "Roommates" and "Mile End Kicks" both coming out on the same day. First up, Roommates , an R-rated teen comedy produced by Adam Sandler and starring Sadie Sandler. The film follows a naïve college freshman whose dream roommate situation quickly spirals into passive-aggressive chaos. Levack talks about finding the balance between outrageous comedy and grounded character work, and collaborating with a stacked ensemble cast including Chloe East, Nick Kroll, Natasha Lyonne, Storm Reid, Carol Kane, Ivy Wolk, and Janeane Garofalo. She also shares insights into the film's underlying themes of communication, boundaries, and personal growth. We then shift to Mile End Kicks , a romantic comedy starring Barbie Ferreira as a young aspiring writer who moves to Montreal and finds herself entangled in the world of indie rock. She discusses the film's visual style and her collaboration with Matt Johnson and Zapruder Films. 🎬 Roommates hits Netflix and Mile End Kicks arrives in theaters on April 17th, making for the perfect double feature #MileEndMates Chandler's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clevack/ Chandler's X: https://x.com/clevack Chandler's Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/clevack/ Roommates Trailer: https://youtu.be/PF3dDdeSIVc?si=17rrmhM4uIaXJwV6 Mile End Kicks Trailer: https://youtu.be/mzaCmw_VrlI?si=tqPzpFJCCQhenMP9 Mile End Kicks Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mileendkicksmovie/

Screenwriter and producer Aaron Lee, joins the show to chat about the new season of Ted on Peacock. He breaks down his episode, Talk Dirty to Me . We also dive into his impressive career including his work on hit shows like Family Guy and The Cleveland Show , as well as the Comedy Central roasts. Aaron takes us inside the world of television comedy, sharing how he got his start in the industry and what it takes to build a successful career as a writer. We dive deep into the writers' room process, how episodes come together from brainstorming to final cut, and what it's like producing on long-running animated series. If you're an aspiring writer or just curious about how your favorite shows are written, this episode is packed with insight, stories, and plenty of laughs. Special thanks to Jon Westling for hosting this episode. 📺 Season 2 of Ted is streaming now on Peacock. Ted Season 2 Trailer: https://youtu.be/C93GFpbp554?si=SwuBBM54JWFUy_-e

Australian actor, Daniel MacPherson, joins the show to chat about his new intense MMA drama BEAST from Lionsgate. Daniel plays Patton James, a fisherman pulled back into the brutal world of MMA for one final fight after a family tragedy. In this episode, he breaks down his incredible three-year transformation for the role; training in boxing, jiu-jitsu, and Muay Thai, and even traveling to Thailand to work alongside professional fighters. We also dive into what it was like working with Russell Crowe, the challenges of filming intense fight sequences on an indie budget, and why BEAST delivers one of the most realistic portrayals of MMA ever seen in cinema. 🎬 BEAST opens in cinemas on April 10 in the U.S. and April 23 in Australia. Daniel MacPherson's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danmacpherson/ Beast Trailer: https://youtu.be/yJN2mJ4uOas?si=GgxNuepL9xF-SkXe Beast Website: https://www.beastfilm.movie/home/

Filmmaker Daniel Goldhaber joins the show to discuss his latest horror-thriller, Faces of Death . Known for his previous films, How to Blow Up a Pipeline and Cam , Goldhaber dives into the inspiration behind this chilling new project, which follows a content moderator who uncovers a disturbing series of videos that may depict real murders. Goldhaber breaks down his creative choices, from shooting on 35mm film to crafting an atmospheric, retro-inspired tone, and shares insights into working with a standout cast including Barbie Ferreira, Dacre Montgomery, Josie Totah, Jermaine Fowler, and Charli XCX. They also touch on practical vs. visual effects, the story's themes, and the collaborative writing process with Isa Mazzei. Plus, Goldhaber shares behind-the-scenes stories and advice for aspiring filmmakers. 🎬 Faces of Death hits theaters April 10th from the IFC, the Independent Film Company. Don't miss this deep dive into one of the year's most unsettling and thought-provoking horror films. Daniel Goldhaber's Website: https://www.danielgoldhaber.com/ Faces of Death website: https://www.facesofdeathmovie.com/home/ Daniel's Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/chronopictures/?hl=en Daniel's Letterboxd List of "Faces of Death" influences: https://boxd.it/5yYd4 Daniel's Letterboxd Profile: https://letterboxd.com/chronopictures/ Daniel's X Profile: https://x.com/chronopictures Faces of Death trailer: https://youtu.be/Nl1UfQ_kkmM?si=CWCDDm5ZDQNu4pql Special thanks to The Lede Company for making this interview possible.