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The How NOT To Make A Movie Podcast

A L Katz
Tales From the Crypt
Bordello Of Blood
Hollywood
Filmmaking
Podcasting
HBO
Film Industry
Dennis Miller
Soap Operas
Casting
Storytelling
Tobe Hooper
Magic
Joel Silver
Vancouver
Horror
EC Comics
Mad Magazine
Acting
Brandon Routh

Now in our FIFTH SEASON! Join us for a deep, inside baseball, nuts-n-bolts dive into the creative process. Guests include actors like MALCOLM MCDOWELL and BRANDON ROUTH, writers LARRY WILSON (BEETLEJUICE) and CY VORIS & ETHAN REIFF (DEMON KNIGHT) and everyone I know who's ever collaborated to create content. We talk a lot about TALES FROM THE CRYPT and why, in so many ways, that epitomized the cre... more

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In This Episode We pay tribute to our grood friend, the director ELLIIOT SILVERSTEIN (Cat Ballou, A Man Called Horse, The Car, Tales From The Crypt). Elliot was a consumate craftsman as a director. Beyond the craft, he also was a strong union guy who... more

IN THIS EPISODE You've almost certainly seen actor Mark Ivanir's work - even if you don't recognize him. He's that prolific - and that good at disappearing into the roles he's playing. Among Mark's work: Schindler's List, Emelia Perez, 7 Days In Ente... more

IN THIS EPISODE - As we've talked about in the podcast, when Universal Pictures first ordered three "Tales From The Crypt" branded feature films, Gil Adler and I were supposed to write the movie and Gil was supposed to direct the first. But Gil and I... more

IN THIS EPISODE we catch up with the special effects makeup masters the Chiodo Brothers. Way, way back in the day, Alan & Gil talked about hitchinig their collective creative wagons together. In this sit-down, two of the brothers, Stephen and Charles... more

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Recent Guests

Ernest Dickerson
Sensational director, former DP for Spike Lee, director of Juice and other films
Filmmaker
Episode: S5E5 The Importance Of Being Ernest
Charlie Kyoto
Kyoto Brothers member, effects designer
Kyoto Brothers Productions
Episode: S5E4 Killer Klowns
Stephen Kyoto
Kyoto Brothers member, puppeteer/animator
Kyoto Brothers Productions
Episode: S5E4 Killer Klowns
Edward Kyoto
Kyoto Brothers member, writer/creative lead
Kyoto Brothers Productions
Episode: S5E4 Killer Klowns
Kristen Lopez
Entertainment journalist
The Film Maven (blog) and Ticklish Business (podcast)
Episode: S5E1 Crypt Is Finally Screaming!
Peter Anthony Holder
A media personality with extensive experience in radio and television, known for hosting 'The Stuph File Program.'
The Stuph File Program
Episode: S4E10: A Voice In The Dark
Kyle Yates
Paranormal investigator with a background in skepticism and experiences in various paranormal investigations.
Episode: S4E9: There's Something PARANORMAL Happening Here!
Colman DeKay
A talented writer with a rich background in Hollywood productions and personal connections with numerous creatives.
Episode: S4E8: Colman DeKay Knows EVERYBODY!
Dennis Miller
Actor and comedian known for his role in Bordello Of Blood.
Episode: S4E4: NOT So Special Effects

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Alan Katz
Host of The How NOT To Make A Movie Podcast, providing insights into the filmmaking process and sharing anecdotes that illustrate the challenges and triumphs of creative storytelling.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 34 ratings
  • Just rehashing old episodes

    This used to be a great show, but they’ve just been posting old episodes with NEW titles for a while, and not mention in that it’s a replay. Make some new episodes or stop posting the show.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Shadowhawk27
    United Statesa year ago
  • Just keeps getting better

    As much of a master class as any with the antithesis of how not to and the thesis of how to make a movie. I find that there’s hope - and despair. Thanks, guys. I don’t know how tall is my good friend and mentor, Gil Adler.

    Brian Huey

    Perpetual

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Perpetual by Brian Huey
    United States2 years ago
  • Enjoyable and informative.

    Excellent podcast. I’m not usually one for binge listening but this one hooked me in. Great bit of honest storytelling without getting nasty about it all. Thoroughly enjoyed. Well done to all involved.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    F@ckwit
    United Kingdom4 years ago

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Some listeners express disappointment in the frequency of rehashed episodes instead of new content, indicating a desire for more original discussions.
Overall, it is praised for its unique insight into the creative process and the industry's real-life challenges.
Listeners appreciate the engaging storytelling and humor, finding the discussions both informative and entertaining.

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S5E5 The Importance Of Being Ernest
Q: What was the most challenging shoot early in your career and how did you handle it?
He describes the 24-day 35mm science-fiction project for John Sales, nearly derailed by a faulty lab print, and how he solved it with on-the-fly problem-solving and a quick reshoot.
S5E5 The Importance Of Being Ernest
Q: How did you end up at NYU and meet Spike Lee there?
Dickerson explains he went to NYU for cinematography, started in a practical, hands-on program, and immediately connected with Spike Lee, shaping a long-term collaboration.
S4E13: Sailing To The Edge
Q: Is there a guitar on your boat?
Yes, there is, but it's probably not in tune.
S4E13: Sailing To The Edge
Q: What compelled you to quit drinking?
A combination of personal realization and a tragic event with a friend's brother, which made it clear that it was time to change.
S4E13: Sailing To The Edge
Q: How old were you when that happened?
44 years old, marking the start of a new life after quitting drinking.

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2. Charlie Kyoto
3. Stephen Kyoto
4. Edward Kyoto
5. Kristen Lopez
6. Peter Anthony Holder
7. Kyle Yates
8. Colman DeKay

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