The Gala Show

On this episode of The Gala Show, Gala hangs out with photographer DAVYD to discuss his journey of becoming a creative. DAVYD shares with Gala how he got started with a camera, his secret double life playing basketball, and his plans for the future — but first, a question about his dream photoshoot.

On this episode of The Gala Show, Gala hangs out with Amy Nicholson (head film critic for LA Weekly, co-host of Unspooled) to talk about her love of basketball. Amy attempts to convert Gala into a baller, explains why she roots for the underdog, and shares how basketball can bring a community together — but first, a question about what movie inspired her to become a film critic.

On this episode of The Gala Show, Gala travels to Chinatown to meet with director Barnaby Clay to talk about movies his older brother Lawrence showed him as a young man. Barnaby shares with Gala his love for Australian soap opera Prisoner: Cell Block H, the reasons why his brother connected with movies such as The Blues Brothers or One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, and his strange experience with Bugsy Malone — but first, a question about how fatherhood changed him as a creative.

Barnaby Clay's latest film, The Seeding, will be streaming and in select theaters on January 26th in the United States in Canada. For Gala's UK listeners, The Seeding will be available digitally starting February 12th. Until then, check out the trailer and make sure to follow Barnaby on Instagram.

On this episode of The Gala Show, Gala travels to Ariescope Pictures to chat with filmmakers Joe Lynch & Rebecca Howard all about litmus test movies. Joe and Rebecca share with Gala what their first movie date was, the films they were obsessed with as a kid, and what movies they can't wait to show each other — but first, a question about how the couple met.

On this episode of The Gala Show, Gala travels to Old Town Pasadena to meet with author Duane Swierczynski (California Bear, Lush, Revolver) to talk about the concept of "place". Duane shares with Gala the origin story for his place fixation, how he does his research to uncover Los Angeles mysteries, and the methodology of creating titles for his stories — but first, a question about what book inspired him to become an author.

Check out Duane's latest book, California Bear -- available NOW!

On this episode of The Gala Show, Gala sits down with photographer Steven Meiers Dominguez (aka Toastycakes) to talk about discovery. Steven shares with Gala how the algorithm changed things, the movies he thinks you should watch, and how it's our duty to be shepherds of cinema to the future generations — but first, a question about how he got his moniker.

2023 was a year! In today's bonus episode, we'll chat about my favorite films of 2023 and my top ten discoveries of the year. This episode is spoiler free.

Check out the full list of Discoveries on Letterboxd. Check out the full list of 2023 Favorites on Letterboxd.

On this episode of The Gala Show, Gala sits down with Rotten Tomato Awards Editor Jacqueline Coley to discuss the new Hollywood shift of the streaming era. Jacqueline shares with Gala how women like Taylor Swift and Beyonce are changing cinema forever, and how the eventization of films will keep theaters alive, and her theory about Oppenheimer — but first, a question about Jacqueline's favorite movies.

On this episode of The Gala Show, Gala is joined in the studio by her best friend, mentor, and father, filmmaker Roger Avary, to chat about their holiday traditions and why family is important. What better thing to talk about than one of their family's favorite movies: Logan's Run (1976). Roger and Gala discuss their previous thoughts on the movie, why their family loves it, and the new things they saw upon this viewing. Before they get into the conversation, Roger and Gala give a brief explanation on what Solstice is and why the Avary Family decides to celebrate it.

Please note, Logan's Run is discussed in full. If you haven't seen the film yet you may be spoiled.

Happy holidays everyone!

On this episode of The Gala Show, Gala sits down with author Max Brooks (World War Z, The Zombie Survival Guide, Minecraft: The Island) and chats all about how Minecraft will literally save humanity. Max shares with Gala the history of the Prussian Model of Education, how the future generation will have to adapt in a world of automation, and the lessons that Minecraft teaches.