It wasn't easy filling an entire episode with a filmmaker whom we've only gotten to see two movies from thus far.  But that didn't stop my enthusiasm to talk about Alex Ross Perry with someone that is light years smarter than I was at his age. 

18-year-old filmmaker Ben Medina joins me to talk Perry. We also delve into the many films and directors that have inspired Ben, what movies mean to him, as well as discuss some recent entries into the contemporary indie film genre such WHILE WE'RE YOUNG (very appropriate), THE OVERNIGHT, IT FOLLOWS, and a whole lot more throughout the episode. The what we watched segment has been bypassed a bit due to the geyser of conversation we shared about film and filmmaking, and what it means to us.  Of course, the 2nd half focuses on both THE COLOR WHEEL and LISTEN UP PHILIP.  Thanks as always for listening, and stay tuned for another sequel episode coming in August - Jim

00:00 - 59:10 - Introduction / Ben Interview / General Discussion
59:11 - 59:58 - Director Song
59:59 - 1:30:41 - Alex Ross Perry (LISTEN UP PHILIP / COLOR WHEEL)
1:30:42 - 2:08:20 - Other Recent Indie Films We've Seen / Outro

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