Best Podcast Episodes About Paul Thomas Anderson
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Updated: Apr 28, 2026 – 36 episodes
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“… this was for the movie nerds in a great way it was it was and i like to talk about one battle now um i say this sincerely since i was 15 years old Paul Thomas Anderson is my favorite director He is my favorite filmmaker of my life He is probably a pretty big reason why I'm sitting here today, which sounds like a stupid thing to say. But he and a handful of other filmmakers just activated my imagination. And as you have said many times over the last five or six years doing the show, those people very rarely get to the place that Paul Thomas Anderson got to tonight. which is he now has a best picture Oscar, a …”
“… won. I don't know if this show was the best show if you're just kind of like stopping by for some razzled ass it had some nice moments i really really laughed throughout the bridesmaids reunion very very funny stuff a highlight for me too but this was this was for the movie nerds in a great way it was it was and i like to talk about one battle now um i say this sincerely since i was 15 years old Paul Thomas Anderson is my favorite director He is my favorite filmmaker of my life He is probably a pretty big reason why I'm sitting here today, which sounds like a stupid thing to say. But he and a handful of other filmmakers just activated my imagination. And as you have said many times over the last five or six years doing the show, those people very rarely get to the place that Paul Thomas Anderson got to tonight. which is he now has a best picture Oscar, a best director Oscar and a best screenplay Oscar. He won them all on the same night.”
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Paul Thomas Anderson achieved a historic milestone at the 2026 Academy Awards by winning Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Screenplay for 'One Battle After Another' in a single night. This moment was particularly significant for movie enthusiasts, as it highlighted the importance of casting in award recognition, leading to discussions about the future of the Oscars. Anderson's influence on cinema has been profound, making this recognition a celebration for both him and his fans.
“But yeah, story there. You know, the Dakota, for Taylor, Frankie Paul stuff is just, it's getting more gross by the day. So Taylor, Frankie Paul was a bachelorette, but she was a Mormon wife and her bachelorette season got canceled. and now they're just kind of going at each other saying things probably all true i don't know taylor frankie paul was granted a temporary protective order against dakota mortensen requiring him to stay 100 yards away until a court hearing later this month the decision follows dakota …”
“But yeah, story there. You know, the Dakota, for Taylor, Frankie Paul stuff is just, it's getting more gross by the day. So Taylor, Frankie Paul was a bachelorette, but she was a Mormon wife and her bachelorette season got canceled. and now they're just kind of going at each other saying things probably all true i don't know taylor frankie paul was granted a temporary protective order against dakota mortensen requiring him to stay 100 yards away until a court hearing later this month the decision follows dakota obtaining his own protective order and temporary custody over their son ever ev er taylor claims dakota was abusive alleging alleging he was possessive and jealous of her time in the bachelorette and submitted text messages as evidence we don't know what happened behind closed doors it feels like they both have and had their issues it was a pretty …”
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“… Yeah. And rewatching the movie last night, as I think both Allison and I did. Yes. It's really good. It's really good. It's on to the thing that Paul Thomas Anderson. It's one of those. It's, to me, similar to Oppenheimer. And I know not everyone agrees about everything. You know, where it's just kind of like the Oscars can't really pass up on something like that. Yeah. It doesn't happen that often. you have a major director and a major movie star making a big movie that people saw that got universal critical like acclaim that's about stuff that's happening right now it just doesn't happen and it's not just …”
“… later. I think there's potential that it could kind of lose in some places. I think the potential. It's that this race has been so long and people get sick of a frontrunner, right? Like that's always the fear. Yeah. But it is a frontrunner. Sure. Yeah. And rewatching the movie last night, as I think both Allison and I did. Yes. It's really good. It's really good. It's on to the thing that Paul Thomas Anderson. It's one of those. It's, to me, similar to Oppenheimer. And I know not everyone agrees about everything. You know, where it's just kind of like the Oscars can't really pass up on something like that. Yeah. It doesn't happen that often. you have a major director and a major movie star making a big movie that people saw that got universal critical like acclaim that's about stuff that's happening right now it just doesn't happen and it's not just about stuff that's happening now it has somewhat eerily yeah like seemed more prescient the more the 2025 it's lined up like current events in a way that it right you how did they do that. Right. I remember when it came out, someone was pointing out, as if this were kind of widely accepted, when I feel like it is definitely not widely accepted, …”
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Paul Thomas Anderson's latest film, One Battle, surprises with its hopeful ending, contrasting his usual themes of nostalgia and loss. The film explores the journey of a former revolutionary grappling with his past and the future for his children, delivering emotional beats that resonate deeply, especially for parents. This sentimentality marks a departure from his previous works, prompting discussions on its reception and impact.
“… show. Like this. This is my this is my wheelhouse. You know, it's like a fastball and coming down with plates. So, yeah, I just loved it. Pamela Anderson was going through a fame that maybe comes around once in a generation. And you were paired with her for an onscreen romance. Was it unreal to you as well, going from an actor looking to work, being paired with the hottest woman in the world at the time? You know, it was a little bit surreal because they actually had come to me. I'd like earned my status really quickly. up the ladder and they were like, we're going to give you the option for a …”
“… wanted to see fit males and females So I busted my butt with that And then yeah so initially the first after probably three hours I was like OK I see what going on here You know, and then once I got going, it was like, oh, my God, I was made for this show. Like this. This is my this is my wheelhouse. You know, it's like a fastball and coming down with plates. So, yeah, I just loved it. Pamela Anderson was going through a fame that maybe comes around once in a generation. And you were paired with her for an onscreen romance. Was it unreal to you as well, going from an actor looking to work, being paired with the hottest woman in the world at the time? You know, it was a little bit surreal because they actually had come to me. I'd like earned my status really quickly. up the ladder and they were like, we're going to give you the option for a girlfriend on the show. Do you want Pam or Yasmeen? And I was like, are you serious? Are you going to meet you? And they're like, yeah. And I loved Yasmeen.”
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David Chokachi shares his experience stepping into the iconic cast of 'Baywatch' during its peak in season six. He describes the initial nerves of joining a well-established group and the surreal moment of being offered a romantic role with the legendary Pamela Anderson. Chokachi reflects on how the show's emphasis on fitness impacted his role and acceptance among the cast.
“… Benicio is very famous for reading scripts, calling filmmakers and saying like, here's what I think this is. This is what my gut tells me. And, and Paul Thomas Anderson and Leonardo DiCaprio have been very open in promoting one battle after another about how much Benicio changed what they intended to do with that movie. Yeah. That the whole underground railroad period in that movie, that all that stuff is, that stuff that he came up with and worked out with PTA, basically when he arrived on set because he had no time to prepare because he came right from the Phoenician scheme. And they just like kind of …”
“… Yeah. I mean, I worship him. I think he is like one of the most interesting and daring actors. And he is a rare case where you hear a lot of stories about movie stars who get on set and are like, I'm not doing that. And they seem like assholes. and Benicio is very famous for reading scripts, calling filmmakers and saying like, here's what I think this is. This is what my gut tells me. And, and Paul Thomas Anderson and Leonardo DiCaprio have been very open in promoting one battle after another about how much Benicio changed what they intended to do with that movie. Yeah. That the whole underground railroad period in that movie, that all that stuff is, that stuff that he came up with and worked out with PTA, basically when he arrived on set because he had no time to prepare because he came right from the Phoenician scheme. And they just like kind of improvised it in a period of days. And it's the absolute heartbeat of the movie. And if that stuff isn't in the movie, the movie isn't nearly what we feel like it is. And that is like literally him kind of acting as a writer”
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Benicio Del Toro's unique acting style, characterized by minimalism and deep psychological depth, elevates every film he touches. Unlike many modern stars who rely on flashy one-liners, Del Toro brings a weathered authenticity that profoundly impacts storytelling, as seen in films like 'Sicario' and 'Traffic.' His ability to improvise and collaborate creatively makes him a crucial yet understated force in cinema.
“… has now won the Critics Choice Award, the Golden Globe for musical or comedy, the BAFTA for best film. It won an Ace Award. It won the DGA for Paul Thomas Anderson It won the Producers Guild Award and it probably going to win the WGA Award for Adapted Screenplay that is the strongest best film package in the history of the Academy Awards and yet we will get to Sinners has not won a single major Best Picture precursor no Critics Groups, no CCA, no Globes no BAFTA, no PGA just Cinematic and Box Office Achievement at the Golden Globes however here is one historical data point it has won sag ensemble which …”
“… producers guild awards of which I am a member and voted transpired on Saturday and one battle after another won the Daryl F. Zanuck award for outstanding producer of theatrical motion pictures so just to give you guys some context one battle after another has now won the Critics Choice Award, the Golden Globe for musical or comedy, the BAFTA for best film. It won an Ace Award. It won the DGA for Paul Thomas Anderson It won the Producers Guild Award and it probably going to win the WGA Award for Adapted Screenplay that is the strongest best film package in the history of the Academy Awards and yet we will get to Sinners has not won a single major Best Picture precursor no Critics Groups, no CCA, no Globes no BAFTA, no PGA just Cinematic and Box Office Achievement at the Golden Globes however here is one historical data point it has won sag ensemble which you will get to momentarily it has won an ace award and it is also almost certainly going to win the wga award for original screenplay and no movie who's had those three awards has ever lost best picture oh my god so we have it's two undefeated two trains yeah yeah on a track yeah we can talk about what we think is going to happen there um it's it's …”
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If 'Sinners' wins Best Picture, it would be the biggest upset in Oscars history. Despite winning the SAG ensemble award and possibly the WGA for original screenplay, it hasn't secured any major Best Picture precursor, unlike 'One Battle After Another,' which has swept multiple awards. The stakes are high as two films race toward the Oscars with very different trajectories.
“… at once, or it might just be that this category always lines up for Best Picture. We'll have to see. We only have one thing. I mean, you know, maybe Paul Thomas Anderson called Jim Downey, but maybe the casting director called Tony Goldwyn, you know, or whatever. But I think those were the ones I missed, plus documentary I predicted Perfect Neighbor instead of Putin. Yeah Going back to the Amy Madigan win I think that you know I mean Sam Sanders would disagree but you could say that Sinners is a horror movie If that the case two out of the four best acting winners were from horror films And that is you know …”
“… performances who are like, who is this interrogator? Turns out he's a real former interrogator, you know, both of the nurses, you know, these people who like really pop in these small moments. It might just be the one that's checking all three boxes at once, or it might just be that this category always lines up for Best Picture. We'll have to see. We only have one thing. I mean, you know, maybe Paul Thomas Anderson called Jim Downey, but maybe the casting director called Tony Goldwyn, you know, or whatever. But I think those were the ones I missed, plus documentary I predicted Perfect Neighbor instead of Putin. Yeah Going back to the Amy Madigan win I think that you know I mean Sam Sanders would disagree but you could say that Sinners is a horror movie If that the case two out of the four best acting winners were from horror films And that is you know there have been horror winners in the past but it it rare and i do think that there something being said perhaps about”
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Tiana Taylor's enthusiastic support for Jordan during the 2026 Oscars ceremony showcased her vibrant presence, reminiscent of Sharon Stone's iconic Oscar moments. The discussion also dives into the complexities of the new casting category, highlighting how 'One Battle' excelled in balancing known actors with fresh talent, making it a strong contender for Best Picture. This analysis raises questions about what casting truly represents in award criteria.
“… michael bauman and also that is a beautiful movie it is he's another interesting person like andy jergensen who you know on his previous film with paul thomas anderson They were co-credited as DP. Paul Thomas Anderson did not take a DP co-credit on this movie. He is now, Bauman is now, he's made a lot of television as well. He's the DP of the forthcoming Anthony Bourdain film that Matt Johnson made. He's obviously very gifted, but he's not like an industry legend. The other thing for Autumn is a woman has never won this award. Yeah. Yeah. I mean, it's just crazy that a woman has never won this award. And …”
“… beautiful photographic way. uh so it's it's really really great work it could happen on the other hand when michael bauman won um the ace awards asc asc asc we sat here talking about like no he's won every single precursor so it's probably going to be michael bauman and also that is a beautiful movie it is he's another interesting person like andy jergensen who you know on his previous film with paul thomas anderson They were co-credited as DP. Paul Thomas Anderson did not take a DP co-credit on this movie. He is now, Bauman is now, he's made a lot of television as well. He's the DP of the forthcoming Anthony Bourdain film that Matt Johnson made. He's obviously very gifted, but he's not like an industry legend. The other thing for Autumn is a woman has never won this award. Yeah. Yeah. I mean, it's just crazy that a woman has never won this award. And there have been many nominees over the years. And Ryan Coogler films have gotten nominees over the years. Rachel Morrison has been nominated here. But, you know, that's not the reason she should win. I think she should win because she brings a real artistic flair to the world that Coogler created. But it's an interesting one. This feels we're getting …”
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Autumn Duralt, Archipaugh's work in the film 'Sinners' is a standout in the cinematography category, potentially making history as the first woman to win this award. The conversation highlights the artistic flair she brings to the film, which is known for its beautiful recreation of a period world. Despite tough competition, her nomination represents a significant moment for women in the industry.
“… Essentially, Tarantino tried to make it a Tarantino film instead of serving the story, which, as we've talked about, rarely works with Dahl. Wes Anderson and Alfred Hitchcock succeed because they managed to put their egos aside and blend their distinctive styles with Dahl's. Manuel made a similar point when I asked him if there's anything he thinks the good adaptations got right and the bad ones got wrong. I think the best ones or the ones that have stood the test of time understand how language was so key to his success. I think there's a world in which adaptations that try to update him or …”
“… worth of work or that you made a thousand dollars for one second's worth of work also tarantino's choice to change the setting and make it about celebrities and Hollywood culture dilutes the universal human drama that makes Dahl's original so effective. Essentially, Tarantino tried to make it a Tarantino film instead of serving the story, which, as we've talked about, rarely works with Dahl. Wes Anderson and Alfred Hitchcock succeed because they managed to put their egos aside and blend their distinctive styles with Dahl's. Manuel made a similar point when I asked him if there's anything he thinks the good adaptations got right and the bad ones got wrong. I think the best ones or the ones that have stood the test of time understand how language was so key to his success. I think there's a world in which adaptations that try to update him or modernize him or sand down the like weird, quirky Britishisms that are so delectable in his work tend to fail because I think that's where the magic lies. And the ones that do it best are the ones that key into that kind of sensibility. I also think that, especially when it comes to the children's books, any of those films that don't just understand …”
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Tarantino's adaptation of Roald Dahl's story fails to capture the essence of the original, becoming a verbose thriller instead of a suspenseful narrative. While Tarantino is a talented director, his version lacks the simplicity and escalating tension that make Dahl’s work so compelling. In contrast, successful adaptations by filmmakers like Wes Anderson and Alfred Hitchcock blend their unique styles with Dahl's storytelling, preserving the quirky charm that defines his stories.
“… I did go to the theater to see Begonia. And I was fascinated by that film. Very arthouse, very experimental. So I like that that exists. On Paul Thomas Anderson films, one battle after another would be in my bottom, like way down in the bottom of my list. Oh, I liked it. Because, listen, there were aspects of it I liked. But I think people like it for the wrong reason. I think it appeals to the left because they think it's like a rallying cry kind of a film about this moment in time. they think it's actually anti-right. What I took from it was horseshoe theory all the extremists are giant losers Sure …”
“You got to watch it with the good sound so you can hear the songs. I have a movie theater in the ski house. That's where I do most of my watching. I did go to the theater to see Begonia. And I was fascinated by that film. Very arthouse, very experimental. So I like that that exists. On Paul Thomas Anderson films, one battle after another would be in my bottom, like way down in the bottom of my list. Oh, I liked it. Because, listen, there were aspects of it I liked. But I think people like it for the wrong reason. I think it appeals to the left because they think it's like a rallying cry kind of a film about this moment in time. they think it's actually anti-right. What I took from it was horseshoe theory all the extremists are giant losers Sure With nothing going on in their life The left and the right are both idiots on this like horseshoe theory when like both extremes are retarded. I do think that's fair. I mean, it's about how hard it is to sort of live these principles all the time that like, you know, like DiCaprio, he's part of this revolutionary movement, but there are indications …”
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The film 'Begonia' critiques political activism, revealing that many participants, like Leonardo DiCaprio's character, are more interested in personal gain than genuine change. The discussion highlights how privilege allows them to engage in movements without real commitment, contrasting with true believers like Tiana Taylor's character. This layered analysis questions the authenticity of activism in a society driven by ego and status.
“… a black woman the treatment that he gives these white men in his movies. He invented a character. And you know, Pynchon has a lot to do with this. Thomas Pynchner wrote Violin, the movie that this movie, the book that this movie is based on. He came up with a character who is in the world of this movie, a black woman who has as much weirdness and complication and like wrongness as the white guys do. And that in the world of Paul Thomas Anderson is a form of that is equality. but then undergirding that is this are these questions of like just American politics forget like leftist you know white …”
“… I'll never, ever forget, I just was so exhilarated and watched it in IMAX and it looked so good and felt like it weighed 4,000 pounds was the sheer fact of Tiana Taylor as an elemental energy and a physical presence, right? I felt like he was giving a black woman the treatment that he gives these white men in his movies. He invented a character. And you know, Pynchon has a lot to do with this. Thomas Pynchner wrote Violin, the movie that this movie, the book that this movie is based on. He came up with a character who is in the world of this movie, a black woman who has as much weirdness and complication and like wrongness as the white guys do. And that in the world of Paul Thomas Anderson is a form of that is equality. but then undergirding that is this are these questions of like just American politics forget like leftist you know white supremacist military industrial complex but just like what the fundamental grimy roots of this country are all the soil they're growing in and without really having to hit that drum too hard after the first 33 minutes you understand what the stakes are and they don't have to be too specific about what the politics are i never got hung up on the fact …”
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Paul Thomas Anderson and Ryan Coogler are redefining originality in cinema, creating films that resonate on multiple levels. While critics may pit their works against each other, both directors are contributing to a larger dialogue about representation and storytelling in Hollywood. Their unique styles and narratives are not just competing; they are interconnected in a meaningful way that inspires audiences and filmmakers alike.
“… that um this woman uh cassandra kulakundis wins best casting for one battle after yeah she then in her speech is talking about how she's worked with paul thomas anderson for a long time they're like best friends now she loves him he's amazing and in her speech she was like and now i've got one of these before you which is insane yeah i again knew this but i always forget that paul thomas anderson did not have an oscar and i was like what the yeah i assumed he won for there will be blood or something yeah and but it's like that was the year of no country for old men so like he lost everything oh yeah that it was …”
“… they're doing that i you know when you know things but they don't exist in your brain it's not something that's said often so you don't think about it and then when it's said you're like oh my god that's right like i i i didn't i didn't think about that um this woman uh cassandra kulakundis wins best casting for one battle after yeah she then in her speech is talking about how she's worked with paul thomas anderson for a long time they're like best friends now she loves him he's amazing and in her speech she was like and now i've got one of these before you which is insane yeah i again knew this but i always forget that paul thomas anderson did not have an oscar and i was like what the yeah i assumed he won for there will be blood or something yeah and but it's like that was the year of no country for old men so like he lost everything oh yeah that it was that and like i think he had had he i think he had like 14 or 15 nominations and no wins and i was like it was funny how everyone was talking about like oh is this year that good and like one battle's just gonna win a bunch of stuff and now i'm like thank god one battle and stuff because now finally paul thomers anderson has three oscars and jesus …”
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In a surprising turn, Paul Thomas Anderson finally clinched his first Oscar after years of nominations, thanks to Cassandra Kulakundis winning the inaugural Best Casting award for 'One Battle.' Despite his impressive filmography, Anderson had previously gone home empty-handed, which made this moment even more special. The segment also highlights the unexpected performances and emotional tributes during the Oscars, including a notable absence in the In Memoriam section.
“… best director. Yeah. That's my upset pick because I mean, and frankly, I kind of would agree with that. I, I, this is not even like the top five of Paul Thomas Anderson movies. And so, so him, him winning for this feels like a lifetime achievement award more than like, uh, like an actual reference to the nature of this film, which is, is not one of his better ones. Well, you know, unless you have anything more to say about the Oscars, I got nothing. I'm, I'm all out. I've emptied the clip over here. Really bad films,”
“… is a sentimentality built into the Oscars where an older star deserves his or her time. I think if you're going to be an upset, that might be it. Here's my upset pick. my upset pick is one battle after another wins best picture, but Ryan Coogler wins best director. Yeah. That's my upset pick because I mean, and frankly, I kind of would agree with that. I, I, this is not even like the top five of Paul Thomas Anderson movies. And so, so him, him winning for this feels like a lifetime achievement award more than like, uh, like an actual reference to the nature of this film, which is, is not one of his better ones. Well, you know, unless you have anything more to say about the Oscars, I got nothing. I'm, I'm all out. I've emptied the clip over here. Really bad films,”
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This year's Oscars could see unexpected wins, with one host suggesting that Ryan Coogler might snag Best Director for 'One Battle After Another.' Despite the buzz, many films have left viewers disappointed, particularly 'Hamnet,' which was criticized for its pretentiousness. The conversation dives into the unpredictability of the Oscars and the frustration over certain performances, especially Sean Penn's.
“… guys, it was so much fun to have Jen on set. She was such a laugher. She was such a blast. She was also one of the showrunners this season with Paul Lieberstein. She'd been on the show for a while. And I don't know if you remember, but during Beach Games, she talked about how Harold Ramis really encouraged her to direct one day. Yeah. And this was kind of the... That moment. Yeah, this was where it led. So we reached out to Jen and we have some really fun stuff to sprinkle through the episode. I asked her specifically, okay, what was it like directing your first episode? And she said the …”
“You're so right. You're so right. Fast fact number two, this is the first episode that Jen Salata directed. Oh, Jen, that's right. Yeah. I mean, guys, it was so much fun to have Jen on set. She was such a laugher. She was such a blast. She was also one of the showrunners this season with Paul Lieberstein. She'd been on the show for a while. And I don't know if you remember, but during Beach Games, she talked about how Harold Ramis really encouraged her to direct one day. Yeah. And this was kind of the... That moment. Yeah, this was where it led. So we reached out to Jen and we have some really fun stuff to sprinkle through the episode. I asked her specifically, okay, what was it like directing your first episode? And she said the thing that like really stressed her out the most... was that she thought directors had to have all the answers. She was really worried that someone would ask her a question about a prop or how to set up a scene and that she wouldn't know. And she said someone gave her the advice to just kind of like fake it till you make it sort of thing. But Jen was …”
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In this hilarious segment, the hosts share the pressures of directing, with Jen hilariously admitting she can't fake it when she doesn't know something. The unexpected return of Roy from Vitamin Shoppe adds a comedic twist, especially with the debate over his shirt's branding that spirals into a laughable moment of doubt.
“… there's about to be a twist for next episode next episode okay so things continue to be very heated between sandoval and johnny when johnny and paul are going to sit in their respective chairs and this goes on for a while between johnny and tom sandoval Johnny should have blamed Ashley She's not here to defend herself Blame Ashley Ashley wanted me to put you up Tom I didn't want to but I was pressured by my alliance it was Ashley She's not here lie Tom You lie about this woman It's not I know it I know he cannot perceive lying about a woman But like for me Tom the answer was right there …”
“… rooster it was just like oh shit what is this you know i mean the hand the hand was in the pizza box so they just do stuff like this so when joe mckell is knocking shit over in his house i just figured okay well yeah he's about to give somebody a power there's about to be a twist for next episode next episode okay so things continue to be very heated between sandoval and johnny when johnny and paul are going to sit in their respective chairs and this goes on for a while between johnny and tom sandoval Johnny should have blamed Ashley She's not here to defend herself Blame Ashley Ashley wanted me to put you up Tom I didn't want to but I was pressured by my alliance it was Ashley She's not here lie Tom You lie about this woman It's not I know it I know he cannot perceive lying about a woman But like for me Tom the answer was right there blame somebody else I think the toothpaste is out of the tube at this point after the first fight. And I think that this is just like we're getting our last licks in. I mean, obviously, at this point, Tom definitely knows that that they're getting rid of Johnny here. So we might as well go at it a little bit longer here. Yeah. Not a great move by …”
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In the latest episode of 'House of Villains', tensions escalate between Tom Sandoval and Johnny as they face off over accusations and alliances. Johnny attempts to deflect blame onto Ashley, but the dynamics spiral as both men grapple with their emotions and strategies, leading to a dramatic confrontation that foreshadows Johnny's impending exit from the game.
“… the best editors of all time. I mean, everybody just look up his filmography. It's like Robert Altman back in the day when he first started out and Paul Thomas Anderson. Royal Tenenbaums. Yeah, amazing. And really, really brilliant with music. And he and Larry were really incredible teachers and friends. And I know that my very specific mind required things of them, too, that were new for them. But they also really taught me so much. I love the way Dylan took me to task. I mean, like, and vice versa, I think. But with music, he's a very rhythmic editor and incredible with sound. Yeah, the movie has an …”
“… you know it's a really interesting line and a new language also in the music I think but I would say you know I think music is more connected with editorial than it is with cinematography. Dylan is Dylan Titchener, who cut the movie. One of the best editors of all time. I mean, everybody just look up his filmography. It's like Robert Altman back in the day when he first started out and Paul Thomas Anderson. Royal Tenenbaums. Yeah, amazing. And really, really brilliant with music. And he and Larry were really incredible teachers and friends. And I know that my very specific mind required things of them, too, that were new for them. But they also really taught me so much. I love the way Dylan took me to task. I mean, like, and vice versa, I think. But with music, he's a very rhythmic editor and incredible with sound. Yeah, the movie has an incredible pacing.”
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The emotional connection between music and storytelling is crucial in filmmaking, as highlighted in the discussion about 'The Bride' and 'The Last Daughter.' The filmmaker emphasizes that the right score can only be determined once they have a solid cut of the film, revealing the intricate relationship between editing and music selection in creating the film's unique tone.
“Director will be interesting between Paul Thomas Anderson and Ryan Coogler who directed Sinners. I think that is really where the interest of this ceremony is between those two movies, which are both great. I liked them both. The actor in a leading role nominees are Michael B. Jordan for Sinners, Wagner Mora for The Secret Agent, Ethan Hawke for Blue Moon, Leonardo DiCaprio, One Battle After Another, Timothy Chalamet for Marty Supreme here And Patrick wrote in to ask, is Leonardo DiCaprio great? I …”
“Director will be interesting between Paul Thomas Anderson and Ryan Coogler who directed Sinners. I think that is really where the interest of this ceremony is between those two movies, which are both great. I liked them both. The actor in a leading role nominees are Michael B. Jordan for Sinners, Wagner Mora for The Secret Agent, Ethan Hawke for Blue Moon, Leonardo DiCaprio, One Battle After Another, Timothy Chalamet for Marty Supreme here And Patrick wrote in to ask, is Leonardo DiCaprio great? I think he's asking, is he great in this movie? Generally. Is he in the greatness pantheon now, Scott? He's awesome in this movie. And I think he's been in enough good roles where he's up. When he's in a movie, you pay attention generally. You'll give him that. Okay, Cielo? Yeah. He's the best. Yeah? Is he good in this? What is he in here? One Battle …”
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Michael B. Jordan's performance in 'Sinners' is strong enough to overshadow Leonardo DiCaprio's role in a Best Picture contender.
“… And it's edited by Dylan Titchener, who is PTA's longtime editor. He hasn't worked with them on the last couple of movies, but he edited all of Paul Thomas Anderson's classics. So I found that there was like a level of craft here while also feeling like it's really chopped up. And they're kind of like on this journey through America in the 1930s. you know also a huge homage to bonnie and clive that's intrinsic to this story too and it starts to just feel like really episodic about an hour in and then you feel the weight of it bagging down but when the movie is kind of like stroking its chin all the way up …”
“… do. And to me, what I found to be the good parts of Joker. And part of the reason for that is the movie is shot by Lauren Schur, who shot both of the Joker movies. And the music is by Hildeir Guana-Deter. And she did this music for the Joker movies. And it's edited by Dylan Titchener, who is PTA's longtime editor. He hasn't worked with them on the last couple of movies, but he edited all of Paul Thomas Anderson's classics. So I found that there was like a level of craft here while also feeling like it's really chopped up. And they're kind of like on this journey through America in the 1930s. you know also a huge homage to bonnie and clive that's intrinsic to this story too and it starts to just feel like really episodic about an hour in and then you feel the weight of it bagging down but when the movie is kind of like stroking its chin all the way up until the me too finale which i did not enjoy um i kind of enjoyed it i kind of enjoyed it like spinning its wheels about what it thinks it is and trying to like use a 80 million dollar studio movie to be Like, how do I really feel about the way that female characters are supposed to be in movies? I don't know. I think that there was something like …”
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Despite its flaws, 'The Bride' sparks intriguing discussions about female representation in film. The movie, reminiscent of 'Joker,' features a unique artistic approach but suffers from pacing issues and underutilized talent. Ultimately, it raises questions about the role of female characters in cinema, making for a thought-provoking experience.
“… do like – I've watched I think most of them. What's your fave so far? I thought One Battle After Another was excellent. I would love to work with Paul Thomas Anderson on something. Someday it will be a dream. I thought that Timothee Chalamet was transcendent in Marty Supreme. just an absolutely magnificent performance and so entertaining but also nuanced and just great I thought he was really good and then what else have I seen that I really loved have you seen Train Dreams I have not seen that yet you have to watch Train Dreams is it really emotional am I gonna like cry and stuff well have you seen Hamnet I …”
“… to us? I think they really do understand the gravity of it, the weight of it, and what it meant to sort of this generation and what it will mean to the next as well. Yeah, that's beautiful. Are you watching any of the Oscar noms this year? Do you ever do like – I've watched I think most of them. What's your fave so far? I thought One Battle After Another was excellent. I would love to work with Paul Thomas Anderson on something. Someday it will be a dream. I thought that Timothee Chalamet was transcendent in Marty Supreme. just an absolutely magnificent performance and so entertaining but also nuanced and just great I thought he was really good and then what else have I seen that I really loved have you seen Train Dreams I have not seen that yet you have to watch Train Dreams is it really emotional am I gonna like cry and stuff well have you seen Hamnet I have not seen that either okay because I was about to say it's less emotional than Hamnet but it's pretty emotional it's just ugh you would love it It's so good. It's really so good. I just know that like – I've been traveling a lot this month. It was on like three 14-plus hour flights, and so I had a lot of things I needed to watch. But when …”
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In this segment, the hosts discuss the excitement of a new generation taking over Camp Rock, and the emotional weight it carries for fans. The conversation hilariously shifts to the impact of sad movies during long flights, highlighting how watching a tearjerker can lead to unexpected meltdowns at 30,000 feet.
“… are two hardware chiefs at Apple, senior vice presidents. One's hardware engineering and one is hardware, the other one. The design, is that Marley Anderson? Design, yes, yes. yeah no no no i'm talking about johnny shiruji and john oh right right sorry okay yeah two johns yeah actually i want to just take a second step back there i was really sarcastic about uh descriptions of ternus's opinion opinion appearance and i made the crack of what is he a woman and that's not because i think you should be but because women for god knows why reasons are forever picked on this not used to a man being doing …”
“… his appearance a lot and And he's been kind of a fitness guy. Okay, yeah. Well, you know, and he may not be behind the Apple Watch, but like, well, he was behind the Apple Watch because hardware, do you know what his current, so this is fun. There are two hardware chiefs at Apple, senior vice presidents. One's hardware engineering and one is hardware, the other one. The design, is that Marley Anderson? Design, yes, yes. yeah no no no i'm talking about johnny shiruji and john oh right right sorry okay yeah two johns yeah actually i want to just take a second step back there i was really sarcastic about uh descriptions of ternus's opinion opinion appearance and i made the crack of what is he a woman and that's not because i think you should be but because women for god knows why reasons are forever picked on this not used to a man being doing it so i suppose it's fair is it more egalitarian we should just stop it all but anyway johnny suruji who as we know as we know definitely was definitely going to leave apple no he wasn uh but has now been tempted to stay by being given a longer title uh is that what you mean well i well we gonna have to discuss discuss Rooji We probably going to be …”
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John Ternus, Apple's new leader, has been quietly impressive, showcasing his expertise since his 2017 debut. His recent commencement speech revealed not only his engineering insights but also his humorous side, including a mishap with a milling machine. Ternus embodies a blend of technical knowledge and engaging personality that could redefine Apple's leadership.
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