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Escape Hatch (formerly Dune Pod)

Haitch Industries
Event Horizon
Flash Gordon
X-Men
Ghost In the Shell
The Dark Crystal
Superhero Movies
Shane Black
Jurassic Park
Alien
Altered States
Marvel
The Last Boyscout
Eraserhead
Michael Crichton
Football
Jodorowsky's Dune
Queen
Women In STEM
The Andromeda Strain
70s Sci-Fi Movies

Your portal into cinematic pocket universes, fostering community far from the digital chaos. Join co-hosts Haitch and Jason as we welcome special guests and talk about their favorite movies. We love the genre films that inspired the creation of this show, but we talk about all kinds of movies. Just look at our episodes, choose your favorite movie, and dive right in!

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Latest Episodes

Look, there is a LOT going on in this very dangerous world right now, and we are so blessed to have the co-host of Pod Save the World, Ben Rhodes rejoining us to help make sense of it. And as we try and figure out which year is the closest analog to ... more

MOORRRRTTAAALLLL KKKOOOMMMBBAAAATTTT!!! It’s the return of the writer of Across the Spider-Verse and Beyond the Spider-Verse, Dave Callaham. He gives us more incredible behind the scenes details of making Spider-Verse and writing Mortal Kombat (2021)... more

BIG EPISODE THIS WEEK. Jason is AWOL, so we called in the co-host of the Cinenauts podcast, ctcher. And digital set designer Timothief! We go deep DEEEEEP on Gareth Edwards 2023 sci-fi masterclass of production design and cinematography, The Creator!... more

Ever feel like everything sucks and you’re going to explode at any minute? Well have we got a picture for you: Billy Friedkin’s 1977 tight wire thriller, Sorcerer! Rejoining us is the Emmy winning producer and director behind Variety’s smash hit show... more

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Recent Guests

Dave Callaham
Screenwriter known for his work on Mortal Kombat and the Spider-Verse films
Episode: Mortal Kombat (1995)
Rob Schroeder
Emmy winning producer and writer
Episode: Sorcerer (1977)
Devindra Hardawar
Co-host of the Filmcast
The Filmcast
Episode: The Bourne Supremacy (2004)
Antonio Delgado
Former congressman and current lieutenant governor of New York.
New York State Government
Episode: Do the Right Thing (1989)
Dale Underscore A
Co-host of the podcast Bat and Spider
Episode: Best of Escape Hatch: Jaws (1975)
Greg Yaitanes
Director known for his work on House of the Dragon
House of the Dragon, Your Friends and Neighbors
Episode: All That Jazz (1979)
Sara Beykpour
Founder of Particle News and former product manager at Google and Twitter
Particle News
Episode: Gravity (2013)
Nicholas Anastasio
Lucasfilm representative and guest for next episode
Lucasfilm
Episode: King of New York (1990)
Tom Coates
A returning guest and friend of the podcast
Episode: Best of Escape Hatch: Galaxy Quest (1999)

Hosts

Haitch
Co-host with a keen insight into film culture and a deep appreciation for both mainstream and cult classics. Often shares personal experiences related to the movies discussed, adding a relatable angle to the conversations.
Jason
Co-host known for his wit and thorough analysis of cinematic themes, providing a balance of humor and thoughtful critique throughout discussions.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 491 ratings
  • Self serving

    Tuned in for ALL THAT JAZZ. Guys spent the whole time talking about how connected they are in the industry and how great they are. There’s 20% of the episode on the movie. Thought I would never write a bad podcast review but here we are MMM

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    kblck
    United Statesa month ago
  • Father, the sleeper has awakened

    My favorite film podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JimFromLima
    United States4 months ago
  • Annoying people about Elon musk and defending legacy media while we came to listen about terminator 2 - just shut up lol !?? We are not here for this

    Podcast Addict
    1
    Teolefou
    7 months ago
  • ...since Dune Pod to Escape Hatch...never miss an episode. Informative, analytical and passionate. Jason and Haitch bring their interesting backgrounds and intelligent reads on film, current and political events. Oh...and varied casting choices for Tilda Swinton! Good times!

    Audible
    5
    alysa
    United States10 months ago
  • I'm an OG...

    ...since Dune Pod to Escape Hatch...never miss an episode. Informative, analytical and passionate. Jason and Haitch bring their interesting backgrounds and intelligent reads on film, current and political events. Oh...and varied casting choices for Tilda Swinton! Good times!

    Audible
    5
    alysa
    United States10 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the insightful and humorous commentary provided by the hosts, often likening the experience to a conversation with friends.
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Feedback highlights the engaging nature of discussions, which blend entertainment with relevant cultural critiques, making it more than just a film review podcast.

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Goldeneye (1995)
Q: Do you think Xenia Onatopp represents the last gasp of the unrepentant femme fatale trope before Bond pivoted to more relatable women?
Xenia Onatopp can be seen as the last gasp of the unrepentant femme fatale trope. While she epitomizes a certain fantasy of desire and danger, the franchise has since pivoted to more relatable and complex female characters.
Jesus Christ Superstar (1973)
Q: What genre of musical do you think Jesus would vibe with?
Jesus would vibe with jam bands like the Grateful Dead or Fish, promoting community and togetherness, fitting his character.
Do the Right Thing (1989)
Q: What do you have to plug, Antonio?
I'm running for Governor of New York, aiming to embody tolerance, love, and inclusion while addressing the pressing issues faced by our communities.
Mail Bag (2024)
Q: If your co-host were leaving, who would you replace your co-host with?
Jonesy, because he can actually edit a podcast.
Mail Bag (2024)
Q: Did you ever think it would become this?
No, I thought we would be done doing it in the fall of 2020.

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The content focuses on cinematic experiences, particularly within the genres of science fiction and cult classics. Episodes often feature lively discussions around a specific movie, accompanied by insights from hosts and guest contributors who share their perspectives on narrative themes, production insights, and personal anecdotes linked to the films. A noteworthy element is the podcast's ability to blend humor with serious discourse, exploring social issues portrayed in films while fostering a community spirit among listeners. The range of topics spans from classic films to contemporary favorites, and themes of identity, morality, and societal reflections are recurrent features throughout the discussions.

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1. Dave Callaham
2. Rob Schroeder
3. Devindra Hardawar
4. Antonio Delgado
5. Dale Underscore A
6. Greg Yaitanes
7. Sara Beykpour
8. Nicholas Anastasio

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