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The Movies That Made Me

SpectreVision Radio
John Wick
Cinema
The Continental
All Of Us Strangers
Past Lives
Lethal Weapon
Apocalypse Now
Die Hard
First Blood
Oppenheimer
French Connection
The Untouchables
Mad Max
The Warriors
Finestkind
Lord Of Misrule
True Detective
Parenthood
The Holdovers
Folk Horror

Filmmakers and entertainers discuss the movies that inspired them. Hosted by Oscar nominated screenwriter and TFH Guru Josh Olson and fearless leader himself, director Joe Dante. The Movies That Made Me is recorded live in Hollywood and engineered by film composer Don Barrett. SpectreVision Radio is a bespoke podcast network at the intersection between the arts and the uncanny, featuring a tapestr... more

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Writer, director, producer Ari Aster discusses a few of his favorite films with Josh Olson and Joe Dante.

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Movies Referenced In This Episode

Eddington (2025)

Midsommar (2019)

Beau Is Afraid (2023)

Heathers (1988)

Batman Returns (199... more

A few featured trailers for movies discussed with Mercedes Bryce Morgan

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Bone Lake director Mercedes Bryce Morgan discusses 10 movies that are horny and unsettling with Josh Olson and Joe Dante.

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Movies Referenced In This Episode

Bone Lake (2025)

Jaws (1975)

Ms. 45 (1981)

Eyes Wide Shut (1999)

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A few trailers for movies discussed with Anthony Jeselnik.

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Recent Guests

Mercedes Bryce Morgan
Director of the horror film Bone Lake
Episode: BONE LAKE director Mercedes Bryce Morgan
Seth Worley
Writer, director, and visual effects artist
Episode: SKETCH writer/director/VFX artist Seth Worley
David Mackenzie
Director of films including 'Relay', 'Hell or High Water', and others
Episode: RELAY director David Mackenzie
Benjamin Caron
Director of The Night Always Comes, known for his work on Sharper and British television
Episode: NIGHT ALWAYS COMES director Benjamin Caron
Jordan Harper
Screenwriter and author, known for his influences in storytelling and film
Episode: Featured Trailers: Jordan Harper
Jonathan Kaplan
Acclaimed film director known for films like *The Accused* and *Heart Like a Wheel*
Episode: Remembering Jonathan Kaplan
James DeMonaco
Writer and director known for The Purge franchise and The Home.
Episode: THE HOME writer/director James DeMonaco
David Joseph Craig
Writer and Director of 'I Don't Understand You'
Episode: I DON'T UNDERSTAND YOU writer/director team David Joseph Craig & Brian Crano
Brian Crano
Writer and Director of 'I Don't Understand You'
Episode: I DON'T UNDERSTAND YOU writer/director team David Joseph Craig & Brian Crano

Hosts

Josh Olson
Co-host known for his insights as an Oscar-nominated screenwriter and his engaging, knowledgeable discussions on filmmaking.
Joe Dante
Co-host and influential director providing expertise and anecdotes from his extensive career in the film industry.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • Intro people properly!!!

    Seth Worley’s movie which is amazing is titled WHAT?!!!!!!.

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    Bunny Cub
    United Statesa month ago
  • I love the podcast but somewhere along the way Josh got lost in his own a**. Consistently sh*ts on his fans because well obviously he knows best and they're a bunch of tools. Also love when he sh*ts on people like George Clooney who are progressive and very politically active. To his trite remarks I say. What have you done lately good sir? WHO SHOULD IT BE DOING THE FIGHTING BACK ? They'll line up around the block to the follow the no i will not read your script guy into the political trenches

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    MagusJohanFordain
    5 months ago
  • Alexi Wasser

    My new favorite guest of all time. Have her on again!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Krypto Cookies
    United States5 months ago
  • Podcasting 101

    Provide everyone with a quality microphone. Inexcusable.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Thunder Mug
    United States7 months ago
  • Richard Kelly

    Recounts the plots of Zodiac and Contact. Does Richard Kelly really believe we haven’t seen ZODIAC?!! Then he recounts at length the plot of Contact sure it’s been a while but I don’t need to hear the story. With diversions into “I saw it my third summer at USC the only summer I came home….” What an ego. The downside of this podcast is it’s like listening to a coworker recount the plot of a dream: it’s only interesting to the teller.

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    Bunny Cub
    United States8 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the insightful conversations and engaging storytelling, adding depth to their understanding of films.
The hosts are generally well-received for their expertise, although some listeners express a desire for more guest engagement and better audio quality.
The podcast stands out for its combination of humor and serious discussions about cinematic influences, making it a must-listen for film aficionados.

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Q: Could you have one dead actor as a guest, who would it be?
I would go with Hitchcock.
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Q: What is your favorite movie featuring stop motion animation?
Besides King Kong, Piranha has stop motion in it.
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Q: What films or filmmakers have you discovered because a guest mentioned them on the podcast?
There have been a number of films that I was unaware of that people have brought up, particularly filmmakers from other countries.
INHERITANCE writer/director Neil Burger
Q: What films influenced you as a filmmaker?
I began with Nosferatu, which sparked my interest in film, followed by Fritz Lang's M and Italian cinema like La Dolce Vita, all of which contributed to my desire to create immersive cinematic experiences.
All of Us Strangers Writer/Director Andrew Haigh
Q: Why do you think films from your childhood resonate with you now?
Films you loved as a kid can transport you back to that time and evoke your feelings then.

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Conversations are centered around the influential films that have shaped the careers and perspectives of various filmmakers and entertainers. With insights from notable industry figures, listeners gain a rich understanding of how these movies have inspired creative processes and artistic sensibilities. Interviews explore a diverse array of genres and themes, often merging personal anecdotes with broader discussions about cinema's impact on culture and storytelling. This engaging dialogue is complemented by a playful yet informative atmosphere, inviting fans and aspiring filmmakers alike to reflect on their own cinematic experiences.

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3. David Mackenzie
4. Benjamin Caron
5. Jordan Harper
6. Jonathan Kaplan
7. James DeMonaco
8. David Joseph Craig

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