In the latest episode of Film Stories with Simon Brew, two films from the 2010s that were faced with very different challenges.
The Amazing Spider-Man 2 had to carry the baggage of seeding several other films, whilst juggling high studio expectations. Plus, a very taxing New York shoot.
With Brotherhood, in spite of its two predecessors being profitable hi ... Show More
Nov 24
The story of the unmade Die Hard 6, plus an update
After the, cough, 'underwhelming' A Good Day To Die Hard in 2013, the assumption was that the Die Hard saga had run aground. But for a while, that wasn't the case, and by 2015, there was a plan hatched for one final movie in the series.
Bruce Willis was set to return as John McC ... Show More
37m 17s
Nov 21
In conversation with Nathan Crowley - Wicked For Good, Coppola, Nolan, Spielberg, and monkeys
In a special episode of the Film Stories podcast, Simon is joined by Oscar-winning production designer Nathan Crowley. He won his Oscar for Wicked, and you can now see his work in Wicked For Good on the big screen.
This chat takes in those films, as well as Christopher Nolan's ... Show More
51m 36s
Nov 18
In conversation with Mark Kermode & Jenny Nelson | Recorded live in Birmingham
In a special episode of the Film Stories podcast, Simon brought Mark Kermode and Jenny Nelson to his home town of Birmingham in the UK. There, Mark and Jenny were on stage to talk about movie music, as they talked about their new book, Mark Kermode's Surround Sound.
You're getti ... Show More
1h 26m
Jul 2019
Is “Spider Man Far From Home” A good movie to watch this summer ? #tomholland
Hello everyone! In this podcast episode I review Spider Man Far From Home film starring #tomholland. This film was energetic,hilarious, fun, and amazing. In this podcast I talk about my thoughts about the film( including spoilers). Also a big shootout to the cast of this film ! M ... Show More
14m 51s
Oct 2021
The Amazing Spider-Man 2 - Caravan Of Garbage
<p>The Amazing Spider-Man 2 is a mess. The movie responsible for yet another franchise reboot despite setting up Andrew Garfield's Peter Parker and other characters for multiple spin offs, sequels and prequels. Maybe it was the inclusion of Electro, Rhino and Green Goblin, may ... Show More
34m 18s
Apr 2020
Episode 210 - The Willoughbys With Director Kris Pearn
Hello Aspers and mustachioed children! On this week's episode, Josh sits down with director and producer Kris Pearn to discuss the new Netflix animated film "The Willoughbys". They chat about the story, characters, pears, music, saving Matt Damon in space, actors, car crashes, an ... Show More
54m 21s
Sep 2016
Indie Film Weekly 9.29.16: Hail the Disruptors!
In this episode of Indie Film Weekly, No Film School co-hosts Liz Nord, Jon Fusco, and Emily Buder reveal companies, gear, and filmmakers that are changing the game for indie directors. You’ll learn about a new film incubation model from Pretty Ideas, a new level of financial tra ... Show More
35m 23s
Jun 2019
Spider-Man (2002) - Caravan Of Garbage
<p>When bitten by a genetically modified spider, a nerdy, shy, and awkward 28 year old high school student gains spider-like abilities. Blah blah blah were doing the Raimi Spider-Man Trilogy starting with the 2002 movie.</p><br><p>Video Version ► http://bit.ly/2KL627s</p><br ... Show More
25m 56s
Jan 2017
Indie Film Weekly 1.19.17: The Sundance Hype is Real & RED Helium's Record-Breaking Sensor
In this episode of Indie Film Weekly, we preview the best that Sundance 2017 has to offer, and reveal why RED's Helium 8K is even better than we thought. No Film School co-hosts Liz Nord, Jon Fusco, and Emily Buder discuss the biggest festival buzz, and the films and filmmakers w ... Show More
38m 46s