The Movie Geeks speak with legendary screenwriter and director Robert Towne (The Last Detail, Shampoo, Mission: Impossible, Tequila Sunrise, The Firm) on the occasion of the blu-ray premiere of his landmark 1974 film Chinatown, for which he won the Oscar for Best Original Screenplay.

 

The classic film, starring Jack Nicholson and Faye Dunaway and directed by Roman Polanski, is available on blu-ray April 3, and includes a special commentary track with both Mr. Towne and David Fincher.  You can purchase the film at this link.

 

Plus, directors Benjamin and Christofer Wagner discuss their new documentary Mister Rogers & Me, a loving portrait of the beloved entertainer.  The film is now available on DVD and iTunes, and will air throughout the reminader of the month on PBS. 

 

For more information on the film, visit their official website here.

The Movie Geeks speak with director Morgan Spurlock (Super Size Me) about his new film Comic-Con Episode IV: A Fan's Hope, an inside look at the ultimate geek mecca of the San Diego Comic-Con.

 

The film release in theatres and VOD on April 6.  For more information on the film, visit the official website here.

 

Plus, the second part of our interview with directing guru Mark W. Travis, who chats about his new book The Film Director's Bag of Tricks, which outlines the secrets to building a successful collaboration with writers and actors.  You can read more about Mr. Travis, and his upcoming seminars, by visiting his official website at www.MarkWTravis.com.

The Movie Geeks speak with acclaimed actor Barry Bostwick (The Rocky Horror Picture Show, Spin City), writer/producer Ryan Levin and director Jack Perez about their new film Some Guy Who Kills People. 

 

For more information on the film, including upcoming festival playdates, visit the official website at www.SomeGuyWhoKillsPeople.com.

 

 

Plus, a review of the latest movie news, listener emails, and a list of the 20 greatest film performances of all time.

The Movie Geeks speak with acclaimed director Abel Ferrara (Bad Lieutenant, King of New York) concerning his latest film 4:44 Last Day on Earth starring Willem Dafoe.

 

Plus, the first part of our interview with directing guru Mark W. Travis, who chats about his new book The Film Director's Bag of Tricks, which outlines the secrets to building a successful collaboration with writers and actors.  You can read more about Mr. Travis, and his upcoming seminars, by visiting his official website at www.MarkWTravis.com.

 

Plus, reviews of the latest releases on DVD and blu-ray, including The Town: Ultimate Collector's Edition and the newly restored To Kill a Mockingbird.

The Movie Geeks speak with actress Irma P. Hall (The Ladykillers, Collateral) and writer/director Ya'Ke Smith, whose new film Wolf screens Friday, March 16 at the famed South by Southwest Film Festival.

 

Plus, author and screenwriter Todd Klick discusses his new book Something Startling Happens: The 120 Story Beats Every Writer Needs to Know, a minute by minute breakdown of the various beats involved in successful movie storytelling.

The Movie Geeks speak with actor Harold Perrineau (The Matrix Revolutions, Lost) about his latest film Seeking Justice co-starring Nicolas Cage, which opens March 16.

Plus, the latest movie news and reviews, and premiere of the score from Being Flynn (Badly Drawn Boy).

The Movie Geeks share their thoughts on this year's Oscar ceremony, plus review the latest in movie news and read listener mail.

The Movie Geeks play highlights from past Oscar ceremonies, and look forward to this year's event in the hours proceeding Hollywood's biggest night.

The Movie Geeks present their annual series of interviews with this year's crop of Oscar nominees.

 

In this episode, Best Oririginal Score nominee Ludovic Bource discusses his stellar award-winning work in the audience and critical favorite The Artist.

 

For more information and additional interviews from the Movie Geeks United Oscar Series, visit http://www.moviegeeksunited.net/oscar.

 

Plus, the latest movie news and reviews, as well as a clip from our final interview with cinematographer Ric Waite (48 Hrs., Footloose), who passed away this past weekend.

The Movie Geeks present their annual series of interviews with this year's crop of Oscar nominees.

 

In this episode, Best Achievement in Sound Mixing nominee Ron Bochar (The Silence of the Lambs) discusses his work on the film Moneyball.

 

For more information and additional interviews from the Movie Geeks United Oscar Series, visit http://www.moviegeeksunited.net/oscar.