Shattering Superstructure – Podcast

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David Dastmalchian Discusses Career, "Late Night with the Devil," Dream Collaborations, and More
22 Aug 2024· Shattering Superstructure
David Dastmalchian dishes on his impressive acting career, "Late Night with the Devil" and the preparation that went into his first leading role, his dream director and actor collaborations, and more!
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June Squibb and Josh Margolin Dish on "Thelma"
29 Jun 2024· Shattering Superstructure
Director Josh Margolin and acting legend June Squibb discuss their new film, "Thelma," a unique take on the action dramedy. Josh explains the impetus behind the story, which is partially based on his life experiences, and Squibb describes doing her own stunts at the age of 94.
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Rory Culkin Talks His New Film, "5lbs of Pressure," His Career, and His Desire to Reunite With M. Night Shyamalan
12 Mar 2024· Shattering Superstructure
Rory Culkin discusses his new work, "5lbs of Pressure," reflects on his career, recent rolls, and his desire to reunite with M. Night Shyamalan, whether it be a return to the "Signs" universe or a new project.
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Boots Riley Talks ”I’m a Virgo,” ”Sorry to Bother You,” Oakland, Gaza, & Leftist Politics
9 Nov 2023· Shattering Superstructure
Boots Riley joins us to talk all things "I'm a Virgo," "Sorry to Bother You," Oakland, the Genocide of Palestinians in Gaza, leftist politics, and much more!
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Marc Turtletaub Talks ”Jules,” Sir Ben Kingsley, Producing, Directing, and More
1 Sep 2023· Shattering Superstructure
Marc Turtletaub discusses his latest film, "Jules," starring Sir Ben Kingsley. We also talk about Kingsley's process, Turtletaub's laissez-faire approach to directing, and a bit about his unique financial background.
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Jason Lazarus on ”Skull Island,” ”The Gates,” Influences, and the Art of Composing for Film
21 Jul 2023· Shattering Superstructure
Jason Lazarus chats it up about Netflix's latest anime, "Skull Island," the Victorian-era occult horror film "The Gates," his influences across various mediums, and the art (and science) of composing for film.
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Don Lake Dishes on the ”Ted” Prequel Series, “Space Force,” Disney, and His Storied Career
6 May 2023· Shattering Superstructure
Legendary character actor, comedian, Second City alumnus improv extraordinaire, writer, producer, and director Don Lake dishes on the "Ted" prequel series starring Seth MacFarlane, "Space Force," Disney, and his storied career.
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Jalmari Helander Talks All Things ”Sisu,” Its Inspiration, ”First Blood,” and the Bloody Set Pieces
27 Apr 2023· Shattering Superstructure
During this episode, filmmaker Jalmari Helander chats about his new film, "Sisu," its inspiration, "First Blood," and creating violent set pieces with as many practical effects as possible. See the film in theaters nationwide on April 28!
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Emily Meade Talks ”Dead Ringers,” ”The Leftovers,” ”The Deuce,” and Choosing More Substantive Roles
20 Apr 2023· Shattering Superstructure
Emily Meade talks "Dead Ringers," "The Leftovers," "The Deuce," and choosing more substantive roles that veer away from sex and nudity.
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Mary Harron on “Daliland,” “American Psycho,” Feminism, and Independent Film
20 Apr 2023· Shattering Superstructure
Mary Harron speaks about her new film, “Daliland,” “American Psycho,” feminism, and indie film, and more.
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Scout Taylor-Compton and Nicky Whelan Chat “The Best Man,” “Halloween II,” Action Movies, and Weed
20 Apr 2023· Shattering Superstructure
Scout Taylor-Compton and Nicky Whelan discuss their new film, “The Best Man,” out April 21, “Halloween II,” their favorite action movies, smoking pot, "Star Wars," and more.
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Freddie Prinze Jr. Reflects on His Career, Favorite Roles, ”Star Wars Rebels,” and More
27 Mar 2023· Shattering Superstructure
Freddie Prinze Jr. provides a brief retrospective of his career, his favorite roles that he's inhabited, relationship advice, and reflects on "Star Wars Rebels," the "Scooby Doo" and "I Know What You Did Last Summer" films, "She's All That," the independent film movement, and social media, among other things.
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Zach Braff Talks the Impetus and Evolution of ”A Good Person,” Table Reads With Morgan Freeman, and ”Shrinking”
20 Mar 2023· Shattering Superstructure
In this episode, Zach Braff talks the impetus and evolution of "A Good Person," cathartic table reads with Morgan Freeman, directing episode 8 of "Shrinking" and three episodes of its upcoming second season, and the hopes of collaborating with Florence Pugh again.
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My ”Scream VI” Review (With Spoilers), Thoughts on ”The Whale,” and Oscar Predictions
13 Mar 2023· Shattering Superstructure
With the spoiler embargo up, I share my "Scream VI" review (don't listen if you haven't seen it!), thoughts on "The Whale" and its backlash for being accused by critics as "fatphobic," and a few of my Oscar predictions before yesterday's ceremony.
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My ”Scream VI” Reaction, Favorite Interviews From My Archives, and a Brief History of Censorship of Armenians in Film
6 Mar 2023· Shattering Superstructure
In this episode, I share my initial "Scream VI" reaction, several of my favorite Interviews I've had the privilege of conducting, some Oscar hopefuls, and a brief history of censorship of Armenians in film, from "The Forty Days at Musa Dagh" in the 1930s to the present day.
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Producer Sev Ohanian Talks USC, ”Fruitvale Station,” Frequent Collaborators, ”Searching,” and ”Missing”
10 Feb 2023· Shattering Superstructure
Sev Ohanian, a fellow Armenian, has become one of the most successful and prolific producers of the past decade. From his days in high school and at USC, to becoming one of the first Armenian Academy members with his producing partner and wife, Natalie Qasabian, to "Creed III," we speak about how he broke into the industry, obstacles faced and accolades earned as a producer, and his passion to constantly push himself to tell new stories within the medium of filmmaking.
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Omid Arabian on Rumi, Mysticism, ”The Shining,” and Hauntology
3 Feb 2023· Shattering Superstructure
Same last name, different ethnicity. No relation, similar affinities. Published author Omid Arabian chats with me about his translations of Rumi, his YOUniversal Center in Los Angeles, which holds classes on mysticism for adults and children alike, "The Shining," "The Truman Show," ideology, and hauntology.
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David Arquette and Geoff Marslett on ”Quantum Cowboys,” ”Scream,” Wes Craven, and Ketamine Treatment
30 Jan 2023· Shattering Superstructure
David Arquette and Geoff Marslett join me to chat about "Quantum Cowboys," the impact of the "Scream" franchise on popular culture, Dewey's death and possible return to a future "Scream" installment, Wes Craven's influence, and ketamine treatment, which David and I have both tried with positive results. Don't miss "Quantum Cowboys" at SF IndieFest on February 6th, screening at the legendary Roxie Theater.
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Moby on ”Punk Rock Vegan Movie,” ”Stranger Things,” Politics, and More
26 Jan 2023· Shattering Superstructure
Moby discusses his feature documentary directorial debut, "Punk Rock Vegan Movie," which will be free online on February 1, and also playing at the Roxie Theater on February 4 as part of SF IndieFest. He also chats about his contribution to film soundtracks, the history of punk rock and how it has shaped his politics, when he became a vegan, and the honor of being featured in "Stranger Things" twice.
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Jane Campion on ”The Power of the Dog,” ”The Piano,” Bronco Henry, and Marvel Movies
22 Jan 2023· Shattering Superstructure
Jane Campion shares her vision behind "The Power of the Dog," looks back at her masterpiece, "The Piano," talks about the popularity of Bronco Henry, and discusses the scope and scale of Marvel movie filmmaking.
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Episodes

David Dastmalchian Discusses Career, "Late Night with the Devil," Dream Collaborations, and More

June Squibb and Josh Margolin Dish on "Thelma"

Rory Culkin Talks His New Film, "5lbs of Pressure," His Career, and His Desire to Reunite With M. Night Shyamalan

Boots Riley Talks ”I’m a Virgo,” ”Sorry to Bother You,” Oakland, Gaza, & Leftist Politics

Marc Turtletaub Talks ”Jules,” Sir Ben Kingsley, Producing, Directing, and More

Jason Lazarus on ”Skull Island,” ”The Gates,” Influences, and the Art of Composing for Film

Don Lake Dishes on the ”Ted” Prequel Series, “Space Force,” Disney, and His Storied Career

Jalmari Helander Talks All Things ”Sisu,” Its Inspiration, ”First Blood,” and the Bloody Set Pieces

Emily Meade Talks ”Dead Ringers,” ”The Leftovers,” ”The Deuce,” and Choosing More Substantive Roles

Mary Harron on “Daliland,” “American Psycho,” Feminism, and Independent Film

Scout Taylor-Compton and Nicky Whelan Chat “The Best Man,” “Halloween II,” Action Movies, and Weed

Freddie Prinze Jr. Reflects on His Career, Favorite Roles, ”Star Wars Rebels,” and More

Zach Braff Talks the Impetus and Evolution of ”A Good Person,” Table Reads With Morgan Freeman, and ”Shrinking”

My ”Scream VI” Review (With Spoilers), Thoughts on ”The Whale,” and Oscar Predictions

My ”Scream VI” Reaction, Favorite Interviews From My Archives, and a Brief History of Censorship of Armenians in Film

Producer Sev Ohanian Talks USC, ”Fruitvale Station,” Frequent Collaborators, ”Searching,” and ”Missing”

Omid Arabian on Rumi, Mysticism, ”The Shining,” and Hauntology

David Arquette and Geoff Marslett on ”Quantum Cowboys,” ”Scream,” Wes Craven, and Ketamine Treatment

Moby on ”Punk Rock Vegan Movie,” ”Stranger Things,” Politics, and More

Jane Campion on ”The Power of the Dog,” ”The Piano,” Bronco Henry, and Marvel Movies