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The Film Stage Presents

The Film Stage Presents
Cinema
Gene Hackman
The Bikeriders
Shinji Somai
Jeff Nichols
The Replacements
Tom Cruise
Challengers
Horror Movies
Austin Butler
Jodie Comer
Enemy Of the State
Unforgiven
Anatomy Of a Fall
New York Film Festival
Rachel Mcadams
Hollywood
Serial Killers
Longlegs
Francis Ford Coppola

Subscribe for conversations presented by The Film Stage, your spotlight on cinema since 2008.

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If you live in New York, you know this is the best time of year for filmgoing; if you don’t, you probably realize such and just wish you were here. The 64th New York Film Festival begins this Friday, September 25, and runs a little over two weeks, ac... more

Welcome to The B-Side! Here we talk about movie stars! Not the movies that made them famous or kept them famous, but the ones that they made in between. Today we discuss New Jersey legend James Gandolfini! Our B-Sides include: The Mexican, Romance & ... more

After a fraught journey to the big screen at the hands of corporate overlords, Coyote Vs. ACME has finally seen the light of day. Despite the C-suite mishigas the film is proving to be a well-earned success. It’s a funny, charming, and uniquely sober... more

Welcome to The B-Side! Here we talk about movie directors! And sometimes we get to talk to movie directors about their own B-Sides! Today, with his new film Just Play Dead now in theaters and available on VOD/Digital, we spoke with the great Martin C... more

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Recent Guests

Joe Galbo
Special guest; social media specialist at the Consumer Product Safety Commission
Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Episode: Coyote, ACME & Product Safety with Joe Galbo
Martin Campbell
Director discussed in-depth interview
Independent filmmaker, Just Play Dead director
Episode: The B-Side Ep. 189 – In Conversation with Martin Campbell
Jordan Raup
Editor-in-chief of The Film Stage, guest on this episode
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Episode: The B-Side – Jason Statham Revisited
Rob Tregenza
Filmmaker, discussing FAST and past works
Filmmaker
Episode: Emulsion Ep. 26 - Rob Tregenza on FAST
Amber A'Lee Frost
Longtime Chapo Trap House contributor; founder of Cold Feet Productions
Chapo Trap House, Cold Feet Productions
Episode: Emulsion Ep. 25 - Amber A’Lee Frost & Chris Wade on Chunks and Chapo Trap House
Chris Wade
Producer; former Chapo Trap House producer; collaborator on Chunks
Chapo Trap House, Cold Feet Productions
Episode: Emulsion Ep. 25 - Amber A’Lee Frost & Chris Wade on Chunks and Chapo Trap House
Blake Howard
Host of One Heat Minute Productions
One Heat Minute Productions
Episode: The B-Side Ep. 188 – Michael Mann (with Blake Howard)
Yasmina Tawil
BAM programmer discussed in the interview
Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM)
Episode: Emulsion Ep. 24 - Yasmina Tawil on BAM's Electronica
Joe Reid
Guest, co-host of This Had Oscar Buzz, senior writer at Vulture
This Had Oscar Buzz, Vulture
Episode: The B-Side Ep. 186 – Julia Roberts (with Joe Reid)

Hosts

Dan Mecca
Host of The B-Side Podcast and related discussions on The Film Stage Presents
Connor O'Donnell
Co-host of The B-Side; frequent host/guest on various Film Stage Presents conversations

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 196 ratings
  • B-Side

    Great concept; cool to get exposure to lesser-known works.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rhymes with Bulb
    United Statesa month ago
  • Love the B Sides

    The current episode around defunct Oscar categories is a great reminder of why I love this show. Lots of information and people having fun together. I needed this episode today.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bayouradio
    United States6 months ago
  • Nick should

    Interview Paul Schrader on the show

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    My Dooood
    United States7 months ago
  • ✊

    roan is an idiot. good riddance:D

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    bigoldgorpy100
    United States2 years ago
  • Unpleasant

    The host Brian has such a deeply unpleasant personality it makes this podcast nearly impossible to listen to. Dull, obnoxious schlub with an inflated ego and a chip on his shoulder.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Katie the Pest
    United States2 years ago

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High-quality guests and deep dives; some episodes polarizing due to hosts' takes.
Lively craftsmanship-focused discussions that reward attentive listeners.
Thoughtful, nuanced film conversations with strong guests.
A must for cinephiles who want context beyond surface-level reviews.
Hosts' chemistry can be polarizing, but guests usually shine.

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#225
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#233
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Coyote, ACME & Product Safety with Joe Galbo
Q: What real-world insights from the CPSC do you see reflected in the movie?
He notes the absence of safeguards in the movie's world, contrasts it with real-world reporting mechanisms like saferproducts.gov, and emphasizes the need for vigilance and standard enforcement in safety.
Coyote, ACME & Product Safety with Joe Galbo
Q: What drew you to discuss this movie in connection with product safety?
The guest explains that the film uniquely blends family-friendly spectacle with sharp commentary on corporate responsibility and data usage, making it a teachable moment for audiences about accountability.
Emulsion Ep. 26 - Rob Tregenza on FAST
Q: What about the role of long takes and montage in FAST?
The guest notes a shift toward more montage and episodic structure in FAST, while retaining deliberate long takes to maintain a dialogue between planned sequence and organic accident in filmmaking.
Emulsion Ep. 26 - Rob Tregenza on FAST
Q: Why did you choose to shoot FAST so quickly, and how did that influence the film's architecture and pacing?
He explains that shooting fast and hard was a conscious choice inspired by Ida Lupino's approach and Jean-Luc Godard's advice, which helped achieve a balance of beauty and cognitive challenge within a tight schedule.
Emulsion Ep. 26 - Rob Tregenza on FAST
Q: Could you talk a little bit about that as maybe a kind of architecture scaffolding for this film?
The director discusses how composition, edge focus, and the surrounding environment create a scaffolding for meaning, inviting the viewer to engage with both the narrative and the physical space of the image.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Film Stage Presents

What is The Film Stage Presents about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A thoughtful, cinephile-focused show that features in-depth conversations with filmmakers, critics, programmers, and industry insiders. Episodes typically center on individual artists or projects, dissecting craft, production realities, and historical context while blending practical production anecdotes with broader trends in cinema. Notable strengths include access to eclectic guests across indie and auteur spheres, plus clear enthusiasm for film history, behind-the-scenes storytelling, and the intersection of culture and industry. The format often balances technical discussion, personal storytelling, and informed critique, making it a compelling listen for listeners who want contextualized perspectives on films, filmmakers, and movements... more

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1. Joe Galbo
2. Martin Campbell
3. Jordan Raup
4. Rob Tregenza
5. Amber A'Lee Frost
6. Chris Wade
7. Blake Howard
8. Yasmina Tawil

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