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On Film…With Kevin McCarthy

Kevin McCarthy
Filmmaking
Star Wars
Cinematography
Christy Martin
Patrick Wilson
John Candy
Weapons
Wicked
Ryan Reynolds
Deadpool
Mental Health
Hugh Jackman
Hal & Harper
Horror Films
Sydney Sweeney
Film Score
Avatar
Performance Capture
The Conjuring
Insidious

Longer-form cinema interviews diving into filmmaking craft including acting, directing, editing, composing and so much more. I grew up watching DVD features and I always wanted to create a show that can be similar to that idea of giving audiences an understanding of the hard work and dedication that goes into filmmaking.

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Episode 70 of "On Film...With Kevin McCarthy". A film podcast featuring longer form interviews with filmmakers discussing craft. The cast and director of STREET FIGHTER joined my filmmaking podcast including Noah Centineo, Callina Liang, Andrew Koji ... more

Episode 69 of "On Film...With Kevin McCarthy". A film podcast featuring longer form interviews with filmmakers discussing craft. PART TWO of my hour-long filmmaking conversation with Tom Cruise and Alejandro G. Iñárritu for DIGGER. This part of the c... more

Episode 68 of "On Film...With Kevin McCarthy". A film podcast featuring longer form interviews with filmmakers discussing craft. Academy Award Winner Guillermo Del Toro joins the podcast to talk about the 20th anniversary of "Pan's Labyrinth", 3D con... more

Episode 67 of "On Film...With Kevin McCarthy". A film podcast featuring longer form interviews with filmmakers discussing craft. "Stranglehold" director and co-writer, Clark Duke, joins the podcast alongside actor Chris Candy to talk about the indepe... more

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Guillermo Del Toro
Episode: Guillermo Del Toro talks Pan's Labyrinth 20th anniversary, 3D conversion, The Odyssey, Christopher Nolan, James Cameron, Blade 2, Pacific Rim, Hitchcock, Spielberg, Jaws, Artificial Intelligence
Clark Duke
Filmmaker and actor, director of Stranglehold
Stranglehold (film)
Episode: Clark Duke and Chris Candy talk Stranglehold, Arkansas, Clark & Michael, Physical Media, Filmmaking
Chris Candy
Actor and director, collaborator on Stranglehold
Stranglehold (film)
Episode: Clark Duke and Chris Candy talk Stranglehold, Arkansas, Clark & Michael, Physical Media, Filmmaking
Aaron Sorkin
Academy Award-winning writer and director
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Episode: Aaron Sorkin - The Social Reckoning, The Social Network, A Few Good Men, The American President, Rob Reiner, David Fincher, Ariana Grande, The West Wing, Jack Nicholson, Walk and Talk, Screenwriting
Tom Cruise
Actor, filmmaker
Actor, Producer
Episode: Tom Cruise & Alejandro G. Iñárritu talk Digger, Amores Perros, Lubezki, Lenses, Filmmaking, Cinrma
Alejandro G. Iñárritu
Director, writer
Director, Producer
Episode: Tom Cruise & Alejandro G. Iñárritu talk Digger, Amores Perros, Lubezki, Lenses, Filmmaking, Cinrma
Johnny Knoxville
Actor/Producer known for Jackass franchise
Jackass/Johnny Knoxville Productions
Episode: Johnny Knoxville & Michael Lewen talk Tiny Fugitives, Jackass, R-Rated Comedy and more!
Michael Lewen
Director/Producer of Tiny Fugitives
Tiny Fugitives (Film)
Episode: Johnny Knoxville & Michael Lewen talk Tiny Fugitives, Jackass, R-Rated Comedy and more!
Zach Cregger
Actor/Director (Resident Evil, Barbarian, Weapons)
Episode: Resident Evil: Zach Cregger & Austin Abrams

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Kevin McCarthy
Host focusing on cinema craft, interviews with filmmakers and actors, with a background in film journalism.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 339 ratings
  • Outstanding

    I first started listening to Kevin when he was known as BDK on the Junkies sports radio show in Washington, DC. He should be incredibly proud of the career he has built for himself. Few have worked as hard as him to earn a well-deserved reputation for producing some of the most engaging and well-informed interviews and reviews in the business. Keep up the good work Kevin. You’re exceptional at what you do.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Donketydonk
    United States3 months ago
  • Best interviews out there

    Kevin is one of the best interviewers of all time in my opinion.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    calijk
    United States3 months ago
  • Kane Parsons Interview

    Kevin’s interview with Kane Parsons about Backrooms was such an eye opener for a fellow OCDer. Thank you for your insights.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    R. Lauren
    United States4 months ago
  • Fix the Ads interrupt mid sentence

    Listening on Apple Podcasts.

    Thank you, I love that your podcast exists!

    There’s an annoying issue where advertising cuts in sometimes mid sentence.

    Not sure what control you have but this is the only podcast I listen to where this happens.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    srawl24
    United States6 months ago
  • Love the Kevin Smith episode!

    Found your podcast via the Kevin smith episode….now I’m hooked!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TheRealLakerJim
    United States6 months ago

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Listeners praise deep, thoughtful questions and strong industry insight from the host.
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Guests consistently deliver meaningful conversations about filmmaking craft.

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Clark Duke and Chris Candy talk Stranglehold, Arkansas, Clark & Michael, Physical Media, Filmmaking
Q: Clark Duke, can you please set the film up for the audience?
Stranglehold centers on a stripper in rural Arkansas who, studying the glamorous lives she sees on social media, decides to rob the strip club she works at with her husband. It combines intense interior tension with a chaotic, exterior parking-lot sequence, and features a blend of grounded performances and stylized action.
Johnny Knoxville & Michael Lewen talk Tiny Fugitives, Jackass, R-Rated Comedy and more!
Q: What role does theatrical release and audience feedback play in shaping Tiny Fugitives?
Knoxville and Lewen highlight the importance of testing with theater audiences, noting that live reactions help refine timing, tone, and the balance between humor and drama for a satisfying communal experience.
Johnny Knoxville & Michael Lewen talk Tiny Fugitives, Jackass, R-Rated Comedy and more!
Q: How does you r approach writing and directing scenes with young actors to keep dialogue authentic?
Lewen explains that he focuses on the kids' authentic voices, rehearses with them, and folds their actual speech patterns into the script, ensuring their language and rhythm feel true to real kids.
Johnny Knoxville & Michael Lewen talk Tiny Fugitives, Jackass, R-Rated Comedy and more!
Q: What was the pivotal R-rated theatrical experience that shaped your view of cinema?
In our chat, the guests discuss Step Brothers, American Pie, and Animal House as formative experiences that showed the balance between audacious humor and genuine character work, which influenced how they approached their own projects.
Ryan Reynolds, Kenneth Branagh, Jonathan Goldstein & John Francis Daley - Mayday, Tenet, Thor, Marvel, Dungeons & Dragons, Game Night, Deadpool, Wolverine, Hugh Jackman, Paul Newman, Tom Cruise
Q: What movie would you drop yourself into, and how would that shape your approach to acting and filmmaking?
The guests describe a playful, imaginative approach to inhabiting film worlds (e.g., Last Action Hero, Top Gun) that reveals a lifelong curiosity about cinematic immersion and how those fantasies influence their craft and choices today.

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What is On Film…With Kevin McCarthy about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Long-form interviews that peel back the craft of filmmaking, covering acting, directing, editing, scoring, and production logistics. Episodes feature prominent actors, directors, and collaborators who share behind-the-scenes stories, technical decisions, and creative tradeoffs that shape modern cinema. The show often centers on process over hype, with deep dives into camera language, editing choices, practical effects, and how team dynamics influence performance and pacing. A notable strength is the breadth of guests—from indie to blockbuster collaborators—delivering actionable takeaways for professionals and aspiring creatives alike. The format tends to blend intimate storytelling with technical discussion, making it valuable for listeners... more

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1. Guillermo Del Toro
2. Clark Duke
3. Chris Candy
4. Aaron Sorkin
5. Tom Cruise
6. Alejandro G. Iñárritu
7. Johnny Knoxville
8. Michael Lewen

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