Back by Popular Demand with Dennis Camlek

By Dennis Camlek

From movie theatre usher to accomplished executive, Dennis Camlek channeled his childhood passion for movies into a career in entertainment marketing. Each episode finds Dennis joined by industry thou... more

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The podcast currently has 49 episodes available.

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April 27, 2025 Episode 48 - "Glengarry Glen Ross"
A richly deserved Pulitzer cemented the legacy of David Mamet's 1983 play "Glengarry Glen Ross," but that legacy evolved during the opening minutes of James Foley's 1992 film adaptation. Alec Baldwin's memorable monologue (a scene Mamet wrote specifically for the screenplay) coupled with a murderers' row of actors, catapulted the film into a highly quoted cult classic. Media veteran Jason Wagenheim joins Dennis to discuss what it takes to get them to sign on the line which is dotted. Coffee is for closers only.
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1h 21min
April 08, 2025 Episode 47 - "Unforgiven"
In 1984 a trusted production executive desperately tried to convince Clint Eastwood to pass on “The Cut-Whore Killing,” stressing that the screenplay was not worth his time. Eastwood placed it in a drawer, but not because of the material; only during the latter phase of his career did he feel he could earn the right to properly deconstruct the western genre. Released in 1992, “Unforgiven” would go on to win Oscars for Best Picture, Director (Eastwood), Editing, and Supporting Actor for the late Gene Hackman. Jason Thompson and Dennis roll into Big Whiskey, open a bottle and celebrate Eastwood's masterpiece. Deserve’s got nothing to do with it.
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1h 38min
March 16, 2025 Episode 46 - "Lost in Translation"
The legend of Bill Murray is real. He doesn't do contracts. If you want to work with him, you leave a message on his 1-800 number and hope he calls you back. Writer and director Sofia Coppola had no idea if he would arrive on set of "Lost in Translation." Lucky for them, he did; they were both nominated for Oscars, and her script won. Writer, film lover and media executive Laura Lubrano joins Dennis to discuss why this story of loneliness and disconnection is one of the great character studies of cinema. For relaxing times...
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1h 32min
December 27, 2024 Episode 45 - "Trading Places"
It's hard to fathom that studio execs were initially reluctant to cast Eddie Murphy in 1983's "Trading Places." It only became the fourth highest grossing film of the year and catapulted the actor to massive global stardom (and a lucrative five picture deal at Paramount). The movie also reignited Dan Aykroyd's career and opened many new doors for Jamie Lee Curtis. Channeling his inner Winthorpe, Rob Bohn returns to the pod and joins Dennis to celebrate a comedy classic deeply inspired by the screwball films of a bygone era. Pork bellies, which are used to make bacon, which you might find in a Bacon, Lettuce and Tomato sandwich.
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1h 27min
November 24, 2024 Episode 44 - "Planes, Trains & Automobiles"
Filmmaker John Hughes was a master of the human condition, his characters always felt rich in authenticity. After a string of acclaimed teen films, he set his sights on adults in 1987's "Planes, Trains & Automobiles," a heartfelt road comedy about the horrors of holiday travel. Steve Cozzolino returns to the show and joins Dennis to savor the comic flavors of this Thanksgiving feast. Remember, when you're telling your little stories, here's a good idea - have a point. It makes it so much more interesting for the listener!
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1h 33min
October 31, 2024 Episode 43 - "Fletch"
“Saturday Night Live” made Chevy Chase a star and after one season he left the show to chase fame and fortune on the big screen. After a string of hits and misses, it would take him nearly a decade to find the role he was born to play - Irwin M. Fletcher, investigative journalist in the 1985 comedy “Fletch.” Laced with razor sharp wit and breezy, deadpan charm, the film harnessed Chase’s superb improv skills and delivered the most satisfying performance of his career. Life long friend Rick Craig joins Dennis to revisit this incessantly quotable comedy classic. It’s all ball bearings nowadays!
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1h 35min
September 26, 2024 Episode 42 - "The Breakfast Club"
Few filmmakers left a greater mark in the 1980’s than the late John Hughes. A student of character, dialogue and the human condition, the prolific writer and director had a keen ability to understand the teenage point of view. He was one of us; and those talents were on full display in 1985’s “The Breakfast Club," widely considered his career defining work. Jason Wagenheim returns to the pod and joins Dennis to celebrate this iconic film that influenced an entire generation. It’s demented and sad, but social.
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1h 32min
August 31, 2024 Episode 41 - "Point Break"
A young, upstart FBI agent infiltrates a tight-knit group of surfers who rob banks so they can afford a nomadic lifestyle of spiritual enlightenment. This is the actual plot of acclaimed filmmaker Kathryn Bigelow’s 1991 action thriller, “Point Break.” Is it ludicrous? Yes. Is it absurd? Certainly. However, this muscular entertainment became a highly quotable cult classic and the reasons are justifiable. Jason Zollan returns - with two meatball sandwiches - and joins Dennis to defend why this film hangs ten on everyone’s board. Back off Warchild, seriously.

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1h 29min
August 01, 2024 Episode 40 - "High Fidelity"
Fans were disappointed when they learned the film adaptation of the 1995 bestselling novel High Fidelity was being moved from London to Chicago. Author Nick Hornby felt it was a ridiculous thing to have any objection to…that the nationality of record store owner Rob Gordon really had no bearing on anything. He was right. John Cusack and his fellow screenwriters knew exactly what they were doing, because we all have friends like Rob, Dick and Barry, unappreciated scholars who believe music is autobiographical in their lives. Nick Malone and Jason Thompson join Dennis to unleash their inner music nerd, share some top fives and debate which came first, the music or the misery.
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1h 43min
July 25, 2024 Episode 39 - "Casino Royale"
The Best Bond. A topic that’s been fiercely debated for generations…and all it took was an efficient, black and white cold open to confidently announce to the world that Daniel Craig had something to say about it. In “Casino Royale,” a new James Bond had arrived: a brooding, flawed 007, a man wounded by life, yet still believed in the cause. Jim Camlek returns to the show to revisit this spectacular achievement that rebooted - and saved - the Bond franchise. Enjoy it shaken or stirred, we don’t give a damn. (Dedicated to the loving memory of Roger Camlek).
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1h 34min

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