Best Summer Ever director Michael Parks Randa and star Shannon DeVido team up for our first ever "My Favorite Movie is..." double header! Michael covers Easy Rider, featuring his all-time favorite song in its killer soundtrack, along with one of his all-time favorite performances from a young Jack Nicholson. Then, Shannon talks Best in Show, how the cast inspired her to be a comedian, and her undying love for small dogs and Eugene Levy. All this, and more, on this week's episode!

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Created, Hosted, Directed, and Executive Produced by Larry Fried

Produced by Larry Fried and Brian Nowak

Assistant Direction by Steven Reyes

Edited by Larry Fried, Clayton Allen, and Kimberly Allen

Graphic Design by Monica Sarmiento

Motion Graphic Design by Elton Greenfield

Original Music by Matt Gordeuk

Camera Operator: Steven Reyes

Sound Recordist: Dominic Mistretta

Production Assistants: Guillaume Moissonnier and Sal Sisto

MFMI has leveled up! Scott Niswander of NerdSync sits down with Larry to dive deep into Edgar Wright's beloved cult classic, Scott Pilgrim vs. The World. They break down its iconic comic book cinematography, the detailed sound design, and how the film's flawed characters and strong themes unlock a profound depth to one of cinema's most entertaining action romps.

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Show Notes: 

Created, Hosted, Directed, and Executive Produced by Larry Fried 

Produced by Larry Fried and Brian Nowak

Assistant Direction by Steven Reyes

Edited by Larry Fried, Clayton Allen, and Kimberly Allen

Graphic Design by Monica Sarmiento

Motion Graphic Design by Elton Greenfield

Original Music by Matt Gordeuk

Camera Operators: Alex Samouhos

Sound Recordist: Matthew Hazell

Co-host of "Beyond the Screenplay" Brian Bitner breaks the first rule of Fight Club with Larry, diving deep into the problematic character of Tyler Durden and the complex genre of the Unlikable Protagonist film. We also touch on Fight Club's use of CGI, its unique place in director David Fincher's filmography, and how such an iconic twist still works even decades later.

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Show Notes: 

Created, Hosted, Directed, and Executive Produced by Larry Fried 

Produced by Larry Fried and Brian Nowak

Assistant Direction by Brian Nowak

Edited by Larry Fried, Clayton Allen, and Kimberly Allen

Graphic Design by Monica Sarmiento

Motion Graphic Design by Elton Greenfield

Original Music by Matt Gordeuk

Camera Operator: Rob Bond 

Sound Recordist: Brian Nowak 

Production Assistant: Jason Lopez

There goes Tokyo, and here comes YouTube game reviewer Asai Nero Tran to school Larry on the seminal 1954 kaiju classic, Godzilla (ゴジラ). From the origins of Tokusatsu to the King of the Monsters' cultural footprint, Asai's deep knowledge of the Godzilla franchise is on full display as we dive into a film that may surprise casual fans of the franchise––a grounded, nuanced drama about society's relationship with nature and science.

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Show Notes: 

Created, Hosted, Directed, and Executive Produced by Larry Fried 

Produced by Larry Fried and Brian Nowak

Assistant Direction by Steven Reyes

Edited by Larry Fried, Clayton Allen, and Kimberly Allen

Graphic Design by Monica Sarmiento

Motion Graphic Design by Elton Greenfield

Original Music by Matt Gordeuk

Camera Operator: Henry Strehlo 

Sound Recordist: Sal Sisto 

Production Assistants: Guillaume Moissonnier, Gillian Cohen, and Nate Olmeda

TikTok and YouTube comedian and fellow podcaster Katie Siegel joins Larry in a conversation on one of her many favorite movies, the 2005 film adaptation of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice, directed by Joe Wright and starring Keira Knightley. Through Katie's oddly extensive knowledge of the film's director's commentary, both her and Larry go deep into the film's production and casting to uncover the craft behind one of film's most warm and romantic period dramas.

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Show Notes:

Created, Hosted, Directed, and Executive Produced by Larry Fried

Produced by Larry Fried and Brian Nowak

Assistant Direction by Steven Reyes

Edited by Larry Fried, Clayton Allen, and Kimberly Allen

Graphic Design by Monica Sarmiento

Motion Graphic Design by Elton Greenfield

Original Music by Matt Gordeuk

Camera Operator: Steven Reyes

Sound Recordist: Dominic Mistretta

Production Assistants: Guillaume Moissonnier and Sal Sisto

On our inaugural episode, Larry talks to video essayist, writer, and longtime collaborator Max Marriner about Robert Zemeckis' iconic 80's time travel comedy, Back to the Future. From his admiration of its emotional sincerity to his unique understanding of its deeper themes, Max's passionate perspective will have you rediscovering an already beloved classic.

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Show Notes:

Created, Hosted, Directed, and Executive Produced by Larry Fried

Produced by Larry Fried and Brian Nowak

Assistant Direction by Steven Reyes

Edited by Larry Fried, Clayton Allen, and Kimberly Allen

Graphic Design by Monica Sarmiento

Motion Graphic Design by Elton Greenfield

Original Music by Matt Gordeuk

Camera Operator: Kevin Lin

Sound Recordist: Dominic Mistretta

Production Assistant: Ben Zelster

Hello and welcome to My Favorite Movie is..., the podcast about why we love our favorite movies! Each and every week, creator and host Larry Fried sits down with a new guest for a fun and insightful conversation about their all-time favorite movie (or whatever comes closest) and why it resonates with them.