Dennis Bartok and Craig Rogers, the co-founders of film distribution company Deaf Crocodile, join us to discuss their careers, the joys and struggles of film distribution, and one of the films they not only love but that they’ve recently restored, Michael Schaack’s 1994 film Felidae!
Welcome to Movies We Like. In each episode, co-hosts Andy Nelson and Pete Wright invite someone from inside the film industry to discuss their favorite films. What makes a movie inspirational to a cinematographer or a costume designer? Listen in to hear how these pros watch their favorite films.
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Movies We Like is a podcast that delves into the minds of film industry professionals. Moreover, it offers a unique and engaging perspective on the art of filmmaking.
In each episode, Andy and Pete invite a diverse array of guests to discuss the movies that ignite their passion. These guests include:
Listen as these industry experts share their favorite films and the profound impact these cinematic masterpieces have had on their careers. Furthermore, you’ll explore the power of storytelling and the nuances of visual aesthetics. You’ll also learn about the unsung heroes behind the scenes who bring these incredible stories to life.
Whether you’re a die-hard cinephile or simply curious about filmmaking, Movies We Like is for you. Additionally, it will deepen your appreciation for the craft and help you understand the intricacies of the film industry.
Don’t miss out on this engaging podcast. New episodes are released on the fourth Monday of each month. However, members get exclusive early access one week prior.
Tune in to Movies We Like and embark on a fascinating journey through the world of cinema.
With over 25 years of experience in film, television, and commercial production, Andy has cultivated a passion for storytelling that began in his youth. After studying film at the University of Colorado Boulder, he wrote, directed, and produced several short films and indie features. Andy has worked on award-winning documentaries and TV shows, and as a partner at TruStory FM, he looks forward to more storytelling through their wide variety of podcasts. Throughout his career, Andy has also taught screenwriting, producing, editing, and podcasting to young minds.
Pete has been a broadcaster for the last 30 years, falling in love with the edit bay in the back of a newsroom in Colorado Springs, Colorado. He studied journalism at the University of Colorado with a focus on long-form documentary production, turning that early experience into a career helping businesses shape the stories of their brands through image and sound. In 2006, he launched Fifth & Main, LLC., a media consultancy focused on brand-building through the nascent field of podcasting. In 2020, nearly 3,000 individual podcast episodes behind them, the company rebranded as TruStory FM with an ear toward the next decade of podcast education and entertainment.
Dialect coach William Conacher joins us to talk about the fascinating world of helping actors find the right voice for their characters, as well as about John Hughes’ 1986 film “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off,” one of his favorites.
Actor Patrick Fabian, star of Better Call Saul and The Last Exorcism, joins us to talk about his career and one of his favorite movies – John Huston’s brilliant adventure film from 1975, The Man Who Would Be King.
We speak with costume designer Antoinette Messam about her career dressing icons and collaborating with top directors, plus the magical film Amélie, one of her favorites.
Special Effects Supervisor Chris Reynolds joins us to discuss making movie magic and his love for Cinema Paradiso, from the cast to its ode to old Hollywood’s romanticism, from an iconic score and ending montage to it’s wonderful cast.