Best Podcast Episodes About Project Hail Mary
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Updated: Apr 27, 2026 – 16 episodes
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“… very confident handing it over to Drew. And when we were on The Martian, they just gave me money and told me to go away. And that was fine. But on Project Hail Mary, I'm a producer. Yeah. So I actually had some say on things. And we all agreed we wanted Drew to write the screenplay. And he was not available. He was busy working on other projects and he was going to be busy for months. So we said, we'll wait. So we put this entire extraordinarily expensive project on hold for Drew Goddard for just so that we could have Drew be our, we didn't have a number two on our list of screenwriters. We waited for Drew …”
“… you like they get it They really get it Well those are different answers right For Drew It just I know like he proved with The Martian he gets me He understands like what I going for He he he he he we kind of on the same wavelength. So I know I felt very confident handing it over to Drew. And when we were on The Martian, they just gave me money and told me to go away. And that was fine. But on Project Hail Mary, I'm a producer. Yeah. So I actually had some say on things. And we all agreed we wanted Drew to write the screenplay. And he was not available. He was busy working on other projects and he was going to be busy for months. So we said, we'll wait. So we put this entire extraordinarily expensive project on hold for Drew Goddard for just so that we could have Drew be our, we didn't have a number two on our list of screenwriters. We waited for Drew and like, you know, he nailed it as always. Um, so that's like why I wanted, why we all wanted drew um now as for lord miller they're perfect for it because we have a deuteragonist in this story that is a five-legged crab rock spider with no face right who speaks in whale song and and it is absolutely critical that the audience love and empathize …”
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Ryan Gosling's early involvement and strategic collaboration with key creators like Lord and Miller are pivotal to 'Project Hail Mary's' anticipated success.
Ryan Gosling's early involvement and strategic collaboration with top creators like Lord and Miller and Drew Goddard are key to 'Project Hail Mary's' anticipated success.
“… on like how far by the way it is from earth the astrophage is not done it's not done the astrophage gonna have their revenge fuck y'all return in project help mary 2 to astrophage the astrophage is coming back uh-huh it's still there the stuff that ate the sun we still using it like we got astrophage on”
“… speed of light because it's like there's a lot of it's not minimum but it's a lot of fuel that it's light and you can carry a lot of it and it can travel it burns really hot yeah travel really far and really fast with it but ultimately it just depends on like how far by the way it is from earth the astrophage is not done it's not done the astrophage gonna have their revenge fuck y'all return in project help mary 2 to astrophage the astrophage is coming back uh-huh it's still there the stuff that ate the sun we still using it like we got astrophage on”
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Ryan Gosling's relatability in 'Project Hail Mary' is enhanced by his character's growth from reluctance to sacrifice, making the film emotionally compelling.
“… they're all true except the last one. And then for that class, every answer was false instead of true. He was so playful. I want to use the idea of Hail Mary for directing a scene that you've had, both done in your careers where you felt like you threw a hail mary in a way to get a scene right and it worked oh um and you know you maybe you were up against the clock maybe you're losing light maybe you know whatever it would be you're on schedule um but do you have a memory of like we threw a hail mary and it worked hmm i mean every day for real uh let's see even on this movie i feel like there …”
“… He had a test. The first class was multiple choice. every single answer was true, false, was true, except the last one was false. So you knew the plan. But then everybody on the way into, you know, like on the fourth period came in, they were like, they're all true except the last one. And then for that class, every answer was false instead of true. He was so playful. I want to use the idea of Hail Mary for directing a scene that you've had, both done in your careers where you felt like you threw a hail mary in a way to get a scene right and it worked oh um and you know you maybe you were up against the clock maybe you're losing light maybe you know whatever it would be you're on schedule um but do you have a memory of like we threw a hail mary and it worked hmm i mean every day for real uh let's see even on this movie i feel like there was a bunch of uh a bunch of things that we you know like the the goodbye scene between the two of them in the tunnel as they're parting ways for the first time very emotional scene um and we couldn't quite crack it how do you make you believe that this is the end of the movie um and make you like feel bittersweet happy and uh happy and sad and and …”
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The puppeteering techniques used in 'Project Hail Mary' are nothing short of magical. During a key scene, the puppeteer describes how they operated the character Rocky in real-time, collaborating closely with Ryan Gosling while navigating the challenges of performance capture. This unique blend of puppetry and live interaction highlights the innovative filmmaking process behind the film.
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“… that people keep coming back to i just want to throw out a little bit and like just move back one step for one second the the bizarreness of this project coming together in the way that it did uh patricia lovell the person you mentioned who reached out to weir after seeing his his short film was like as a bad analog like the kelly ripa of australia like someone who had started in radio and then was like a children's TV presenter and then was like a morning television person and like did not have a footing in film, reads this book, decides I should option this. Right. And I've seen the short film …”
“… what was that like i mean i don't know like what does that do to the story there's a musical that has been like it just finished a run here in new york i was trying to get to it but like it's been like 15 years of like redevelopment this is a story that people keep coming back to i just want to throw out a little bit and like just move back one step for one second the the bizarreness of this project coming together in the way that it did uh patricia lovell the person you mentioned who reached out to weir after seeing his his short film was like as a bad analog like the kelly ripa of australia like someone who had started in radio and then was like a children's TV presenter and then was like a morning television person and like did not have a footing in film, reads this book, decides I should option this. Right. And I've seen the short film and I guess I haven't made a feature yet. And I'm going to reach out to him where Peter Weir's like when I got the call, it didn't even fucking make sense what was being presented to me, why she was the person, why she would believe in me. And then when she brings him to meet with Joan Lindsay, he and Joan Lindsay hit it off immediately. And she …”
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The allure of 'Picnic at Hanging Rock' lies in its open-ended mystery, which captivated its readers, including filmmaker Peter Weir. In adapting the 1975 Australian classic, Weir embraced the tension of unresolved narratives, believing that the anticipation often surpasses any definitive conclusion. The film's atmosphere, rooted in Australian landscapes, becomes a character in itself, leaving viewers to ponder the enigmatic fate of its characters.
“… but also with a cute alien. I yeah, I don't know. The Martian, as I recall, was an October film, right? Yeah, it was released October 2nd. And Project Hail Mary does kind of feel like an October movie. This is an interesting release date for this movie. we were in Vegas last April where they showed us the extended first look at this movie. And we were both like, Whoa, Holy fuck. Yeah. This looks really cool. And I didn't even know this was coming. Um, and that has me thinking about how there's usually one movie at the beginning of every year. Now that it becomes a movie that we talk about for 12 months …”
“… strain of humor to both of these that is like stands out yeah um and i But anyway, people really like The Martian. I really liked The Martian. So theoretically, they would also like this, which is The Martian. And like maybe slightly more complex, but also with a cute alien. I yeah, I don't know. The Martian, as I recall, was an October film, right? Yeah, it was released October 2nd. And Project Hail Mary does kind of feel like an October movie. This is an interesting release date for this movie. we were in Vegas last April where they showed us the extended first look at this movie. And we were both like, Whoa, Holy fuck. Yeah. This looks really cool. And I didn't even know this was coming. Um, and that has me thinking about how there's usually one movie at the beginning of every year. Now that it becomes a movie that we talk about for 12 months at the Academy Awards. And last year it was sinners. A couple of years before that it was top gun. A couple of years before that it was everything, everywhere at once. I, I don't really know if this is a best picture contender. I think it is. I think it is, too. We went and saw it for a second time the night after the Oscars. And again, that first …”
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Project Hail Mary might surpass The Martian in complexity and appeal, potentially becoming a major Oscars contender.
Project Hail Mary could be a major hit, potentially surpassing The Martian in complexity and appeal, with its unique blend of humor and a cute alien.
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Ryan Gosling's comedic talent elevates 'Project Hail Mary' beyond 'The Martian', making it both entertaining and moving.
Ryan Gosling's comedic talent in 'Project Hail Mary' elevates the film beyond 'The Martian', making it both entertaining and moving.
Ryan Gosling's unique ability to convey both sadness and triumph makes him the perfect fit for the lead role in Project Hail Mary, elevating the film beyond typical sci-fi adaptations.
“… story. Yeah, yeah, yeah. When he was playing guitar to Chevy Chase and singing that song. Yes. Yeah, it was so funny. What was your problem with Project Hail Mary? Yeah, what did you not like about it? I just earlier in the day I saw Rosemary Baby for the first time and it just not a good combination of movies I know but that just a far superior movie Well they have they have nothing to do with they not even remotely in the same category of film i said it was fun ryan gosling was fun i said if i was 10 that would probably be like my favorite movie 10 if i was like a little boy if you were a child yeah so …”
“As a kid, though, I thought it was genius. Because he's brilliant. He's brilliant. Yeah, but the movie is filled with holes. Three Amigos. Well, probably one of the best movies of all time. But that's a great story. Yeah, yeah, yeah. When he was playing guitar to Chevy Chase and singing that song. Yes. Yeah, it was so funny. What was your problem with Project Hail Mary? Yeah, what did you not like about it? I just earlier in the day I saw Rosemary Baby for the first time and it just not a good combination of movies I know but that just a far superior movie Well they have they have nothing to do with they not even remotely in the same category of film i said it was fun ryan gosling was fun i said if i was 10 that would probably be like my favorite movie 10 if i was like a little boy if you were a child yeah so you're saying people that like it are childlike i'm surprised i'm happy people are going to the theaters yeah gosling is great and the lady who was in anatomy of a fall was very funny and fantastic i started with carlos actually what'd you think about carlos i loved it yeah yeah carlos is still upset about the block call you can see it in this …”
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In a hilarious back-and-forth, the hosts debate whether actors win Oscars when their movie does. One host comically suggests that if a movie wins, the actor automatically gets an Oscar, leading to absurd comparisons and playful insults about their fashion choices. This segment is packed with witty banter and unexpected twists that keep listeners laughing.
“… work with. This was one of those movies where even though it was two and a half hours long, I never thought about the runtime. So when it comes to Project Hail Mary, if you read the book, you have to see the movie in theaters. if there is any form of IMAX around you, I would highly recommend it. I also think if you haven't read the book and you still want to, but you also really want to see the movie, I think you could read it after. Oh, you think so? We were having this discussion in book club because my book club read it last fall and a couple people just didn't have the time to read it. And we were …”
“… so good. So I think the visuals exceeded my expectation. The performances were great. All throughout the cast, there were just so many. All the characters hit so well. The storytelling obviously was great because you have a great source material to work with. This was one of those movies where even though it was two and a half hours long, I never thought about the runtime. So when it comes to Project Hail Mary, if you read the book, you have to see the movie in theaters. if there is any form of IMAX around you, I would highly recommend it. I also think if you haven't read the book and you still want to, but you also really want to see the movie, I think you could read it after. Oh, you think so? We were having this discussion in book club because my book club read it last fall and a couple people just didn't have the time to read it. And we were like, I think you could see the movie and then read it. It's not the preferred way, but I don't think it takes away anything. Because like you said, there are different aspects of storytelling. Yeah, I guess it's the reverse experience because for me, it's hard. It was hard because I knew what was coming to where I wonder how I would have experienced”
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Ryan Gosling's performance in 'Project Hail Mary' is one of his best roles, perfectly balancing cynicism, wit, and emotional depth.
“Let's wrap the show with a fun fact. Amazon just had their biggest movie debut ever. The movie Project Hail Mary starring Ryan Gosling made $80 million at the domestic box office and over $60 million overseas. I saw the trailer for this movie. It's a space movie based on Andy Weir's novel, the same guy who wrote The Martian, which is also a fantastic movie. This movie got some excellent reviews, and personally, I'm just happy to see a non-sequel movie do well at the box office. It's just great to know that people still want to watch some cool space movies …”
“Let's wrap the show with a fun fact. Amazon just had their biggest movie debut ever. The movie Project Hail Mary starring Ryan Gosling made $80 million at the domestic box office and over $60 million overseas. I saw the trailer for this movie. It's a space movie based on Andy Weir's novel, the same guy who wrote The Martian, which is also a fantastic movie. This movie got some excellent reviews, and personally, I'm just happy to see a non-sequel movie do well at the box office. It's just great to know that people still want to watch some cool space movies on a big screen. I really wanted to go see it in IMAX over the weekend, but the movie is over two and a half hours long, so it's really hard to do that with two little kids. I guess I'll have to wait for it to come out on Prime Video. So yeah, movie theater”
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Project Hail Mary is a refreshing success as a non-sequel film, proving that audiences still crave original space movies on the big screen.
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In this wild segment, the host hilariously details the unfortunate injuries of Joseph Benequist, likening his brain trauma to a 'hard boiled egg.' The absurdity peaks when they speculate on the missing murder weapon, pointing out that the lug wrench in Joseph's pocket might just be the key to this chaotic mystery.
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“… but there'll be misses sometimes. Yeah, I want to ask you about something that's on your screen right now because you can see you searched the query Project Hail Mary cast and we've got the cast module at the top left there. We also have that search assist box to the right side that attempts to kind of answer the question. And I guess, you know, we've talked a little bit on previous episodes about Search Assist and what it's doing. You know, how would you describe how we think about showing those two things next to each other, the different kind of roles they play, and maybe how that's evolving over time? I …”
“… sometimes, you know, it doesn't matter how hard you try, the intent might feel really obvious to the person typing it. But as far as we can derive from that information, we can't always figure out the right thing to show you. And so we do our best, but there'll be misses sometimes. Yeah, I want to ask you about something that's on your screen right now because you can see you searched the query Project Hail Mary cast and we've got the cast module at the top left there. We also have that search assist box to the right side that attempts to kind of answer the question. And I guess, you know, we've talked a little bit on previous episodes about Search Assist and what it's doing. You know, how would you describe how we think about showing those two things next to each other, the different kind of roles they play, and maybe how that's evolving over time? I think, yeah, that's been a big challenge for us because, you know, AI summarization is a really useful tool for some people. You know, it's not for everybody. And obviously we're super careful about giving people optionality and letting you say, you know, I don't want to see this. But for people who want it, you know, people who are interested in …”
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Determining user intent in search queries can be incredibly challenging, especially for entertainment-related searches. For instance, if someone searches for 'Project Hail Mary cast,' we prioritize showing the cast module over AI-generated summaries to meet their specific needs. This balance between instant answers and search assist is crucial for enhancing user experience.
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In this hilarious segment, a detective dives into the bizarre case of a couple who can't figure out why one ends up with all the sheets and the other with the blanket. The absurdity of investigating nighttime blanket thievery, complete with a potential paranormal twist, keeps the laughs rolling.
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