Directors Cut Radio Show

Dan Gutierrez sits down with Will Forte and Lana Condor for a conversation about Coyote vs. Acme, a movie whose journey to the big screen became almost as unlikely as Wile E. Coyote finally suing ACME.

Forte and Condor discuss the wonderfully ridiculous premise, the film’s balance of classic Looney Tunes comedy and genuine heart, and the unusual process of acting alongside an animated character who never speaks. Condor explains how legendary puppeteer Dave Barclay helped give the actors a physical Wile E. Coyote to rehearse with before the puppet was removed and replaced with reference points for filming.

Forte also talks about growing up as a Looney Tunes fan and why the filmmakers’ commitment to the original characters and tone should give longtime fans plenty to enjoy, while Condor explains why audiences completely new to Looney Tunes can still connect with the story.

The conversation gets especially personal when the subject turns to Albuquerque, where Coyote vs. Acme was filmed. Forte recalls his history working in New Mexico on projects including MacGruber and Beerfest, his love for the local crews, food and Hatch chile — and the fact that he even got married in Albuquerque.

Finally, Forte opens up about the extraordinary off-screen battle surrounding the movie: the shock of learning the completed film might never be released, seeing it for himself afterward, and watching supporters continue making enough noise that the film ultimately found a new home.

It’s an especially fitting ending for a movie about an underdog refusing to stay down.

🎬 Coyote vs. Acme hits theaters August 28.

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This week on Directors Cut Radio, Dan Gutierrez sits down with Lily Collias and Malia Pyles, stars of Apple TV+'s Cape Fear.

They discuss joining the iconic thriller franchise, exploring the emotional depth of their characters, filming an intense psychological drama, and what sets this new adaptation apart.

If you're a fan of suspense, mystery, and edge-of-your-seat storytelling, this is an interview you won't want to miss.

🎧 Listen now wherever you get your podcasts.

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This week on Directors Cut Radio, Dan Gutierrez sits down with Josh Duhamel and Minka Kelly to discuss the highly anticipated second season of Netflix's Ransom Canyon.

The pair talk about revisiting their characters, the emotional journey ahead, the chemistry that has made the series a fan favorite, and what viewers can expect from the new season.

If you're a fan of romance, family drama, and western storytelling, you won't want to miss this conversation.

🎧 Listen now wherever you get your podcasts.

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This week on Directors Cut Radio, Dan Gutierrez sits down with Berner—executive producer, co-writer, and co-director of Splash City.

Known for his success in music and business, Berner discusses why filmmaking was the natural next step in his career. He shares the inspiration behind Splash City, the challenges of making his first feature film, lessons learned from wearing multiple creative hats, and the advice he'd give aspiring filmmakers.

Plus, Berner offers a preview of what's next, including a scripted series based on his own life and future film projects.

🎧 Listen now wherever you get your podcasts.

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This week on Directors Cut Radio, Dan Gutierrez sits down with Bob Odenkirk to talk about Normal, the new neo-western thriller directed by Ben Wheatley.

Bob discusses what first hooked him about the film’s central mystery, why the story stands apart from traditional action movies, and how Normal evolves from a small-town crime story into something much bigger and more unpredictable. He also talks about collaborating with writer Derek Kolstad and director Ben Wheatley, whose style helped balance action, suspense, and grounded character moments throughout the film.

The conversation also touches on Sheriff Ulysses, a character Bob says feels closer to his real age and life experience than many of the roles he’s played before, including Saul Goodman.

If you’re a fan of crime thrillers, neo-westerns, and smart character-driven action films, this episode is worth the listen.

🎧 Directors Cut Radio features conversations with actors, directors, creators, and the people shaping movies, television, and pop culture.

Cedric the Entertainer joins Directors Cut Radio to talk about his role in Swapped, an animated film that mixes comedy with a meaningful story about empathy, family, and perspective.

In this conversation, Cedric shares what drew him to the project, how the father-son relationship shapes the heart of the film, and why stories that balance humor with real emotion tend to stick with audiences.

It’s a fun premise with something deeper underneath — the kind of storytelling that goes beyond the laughs.

🎧 Listen now on Directors Cut Radio.

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On this episode of Director’s Cut, Dan Gutierrez sits down with acclaimed actor Paul Walter Hauser to talk about his latest project, Balls Up.

From comedic timing to emotionally grounded performances, Paul has built a career on keeping audiences guessing—and this conversation pulls back the curtain on how he does it.

He shares:

•  What drew him to Balls Up
•  How he balances humor with authenticity 
•  His approach to choosing unique, unconventional roles 
•  And why unpredictability is part of the process 

🎧 Listen now for a candid, behind-the-scenes look at one of Hollywood’s most dynamic performers.

On this episode of Director’s Cut, Dan Gutierrez sits down with Rufi Thorpe, author of Margo’s Got Money Troubles, and Eva Anderson, executive producer and writer of the series adaptation.

What starts as a provocative premise—a young mother balancing financial struggles and an unconventional career—quickly reveals itself as a layered, emotional story about identity, family, and survival.

Rufi and Eva break down:

•  The origin of Margo’s character 
•  The unexpected emotional core of the story 
•  Bringing complex, real-world themes to television 
•  And how the father/daughter dynamic shaped everything 

🎧 Listen now and go behind the scenes of one of the most talked-about new adaptations.

What was Hope Valley like before When Calls the Heart?

Bethany Joy Lenz and Jill Hennessy join us to talk about Hope Valley 1874 on Hallmark+, a prequel that explores how the iconic town — and its community — first came together.

Bethany shares how her character Rebecca balances grief and survival while traveling across the frontier with her daughter, while Jill breaks down Hattie Quinn’s role as the emotional backbone of a growing town.

It’s a conversation about origin stories, resilience, and what fans will learn when they finally see where Hope Valley began.

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Director Baz Luhrmann joins Dan Gutierrez to talk about EPIC: Elvis Presley in Concert, a cinematic event that brings Elvis Presley back to the big screen with rare footage, restored performances, and unheard recordings.

While working on the 2022 film Elvis, Luhrmann discovered dozens of boxes of long-lost concert footage hidden away for decades. With help from filmmaker Peter Jackson, the team restored the material and created something Luhrmann describes as a “cinematic poem”—part concert film, part immersive experience, and something entirely new.

Audiences are treating the screenings like a live show — cheering, dancing, and celebrating Elvis in a way that feels closer to a world tour the King never got to perform.

Dan and Baz discuss:

The discovery of rare Elvis concert footage

Restoring decades-old film for modern theaters

Why this isn’t a traditional documentary

Elvis’s humor, personality, and creative process

Why audiences are reacting like it’s a live concert

EPIC: Elvis Presley in Concert is now playing in theaters nationwide.

🎬 Find showtimes at your local theater and experience Elvis like never before.

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EPIC: Elvis Presley in Concert – In Theaters Now
Director: Baz Luhrmann