Filmmaker’s Compass Podcast

On this episode of FCP, D-Man and CP explore the future of the theatrical experience. After D-man and friends visited Cosm in Los Angeles to watch The Matrix (1999), he had lots of thoughts. Similarly, his in-laws visited The Sphere in Las Vegas to watch The Wizard of Oz (1939). The guys break down both experiences to predict the future of the movie theater. They also discuss Paul Thomas Anderson's newest film, One Battle After Another (2025)!

In honor of the recent "Batman Day," we decided to take a look back at the Batman movie you may have missed, The Mask of the Phantasm (1993). That's right, the first theatrically released, animated Batman film. We bring on a special guest and Batman expert, Anthony Torres, to dive into this animated classic. Happy Batman Day! Make sure to join the conversation on social media.

This week on the podcast, D-Man and CP discuss the lost Comedy film. Why haven’t we seen many new comedy classics since COVID? Why do comedy sequels usually fall short? We discuss Lethal Weapon, Happy Gilmore 2 on Netflix, and list the top comedy sequels we would actually like to see. Be sure to continue the conversations and thanks for listening to the show!

That's right, the original summer blockbuster Jaws has returned to the movie theater's for its 50th Anniversary. Obviously the guys have to talk about it. We welcome a special guest, director and filmmaker Kaitlin Moose to talk all things Jaws. We talk stories behind the film. Watching in remastered for the Anniversary release. The Jaws attraction on the Universal Studio backlot. As well as a visit to the original filming locations in Martha's Vineyard. Hope you enjoy the episode and thanks for listening!

This week, D-Man and CP break down the 2025 Summer box office in detail. They explore all the summer box off surprises from the super hero movie line up of Superman and The Fantastic Four, to the surprise movie hits, some of the big misses, and all the unexpectedness along the way. Be sure to send comments and continue the conversation! Thanks for tuning in :)

On this week's episode of the podcast, we discuss the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie (1990) - the original one - returning to theaters for the film's 35th anniversary. What was it like seeing the original Turtles movie on the big screen? We talk about the upcoming theatrical release of Jaws to celebrate the 50th, and how exciting it is that AMC, and theaters in general, are turning things around. Be sure to continue the conversations and thanks for tuning in!

On this week's episode, we discuss the newest entry in Marvel's Cinematic Universe, The Fantastic Four: First Steps. D-Man and CP give their takes on what worked and what didn’t. They compare this film to previous Fantastic Four films, as well as discuss the overall future of the MCU and DCU.

We return to talk about CP’s experience at Comic-Con 2025 in San Diego. What did he see? What is he looking forward to? What were some of his favorite Cosplays? We break down the new Dino Jurassic World Rebirth (2025). What did we like? What did we hate? What directions do we wish Universal would take the Jurassic Park Franchise? Let us know your thoughts!

We’re back! That's right, after a brief hiatus, D-Man and CP are back to talk about movies! What is the first one - James Gunn's Superman (2025). CP has lots and lots of opinions about this one. What was the good? What was the bad? What was the ugly? And what do the guys think about the future of the DCU moving forward?

In this week's episode, D-man and CP discuss the finale of the MCU. The debate whether Captain America have been the one to make the sacrifice in Avengers: Endgame instead of Iron Man? Are you team Steve? Or Team Tony? Check it out and share your thoughts!