The Matineecast

What would happen in ALMOST FAMOUS if William Miller had a hard time fitting in on the road with Stillwater? Well it might play out a bit like MISTAKEN FOR STRANGERS.

The Matineecast goes nonfiction as I sit down with a truly unconventional and unforgettable director at the 20th annual Hot Docs Film Festival.

What’s even better is when the film’s director takes the time to sit down and talk about it with you…even if it does take five or ten minutes to find him at the agreed-upon meeting place.

Here’s what’s in store in part one…

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MISTAKEN FOR STRANGERS conversation with director Tom Berninger.

If you’re interested in seeing MISTAKEN FOR STRANGERS at Hot Docs, showtimes and ticket info can be found here. The film’s website with info about screenings is this-a-way.

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My guest jokingly mentions that he wonders how many people will hear his handiwork, since the titles we discuss are all rather indie and likely lesser-seen. He raises a good point, since I know a lot of people skip episodes on films they haven’t seen (hence discussions on GINGER & ROSA or THE FP get lesser exposure.

I respond by saying something I’m not sure I’ve expressed until right now – that it’s these sorts of films that interest me more as a podcaster, since they get less exposure and often prompt greater discussion. I mean, this weekend I could have been the 150th movie podcast talking about OBLIVION, but what can I bring to the table to set this conversation apart from the other 149? Further, what’s left to say about a blockbuster like OBLIVION?

It is true that these sorts of episodes get less plays, but I’m hoping to slowly start reversing that.

Who knows? It could make for a whole new direction for the show!

Here’s what’s in store in episode eighty-three…

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Great guest, less than sexy feature review.

Episode 81’s main review wasn’t as attractive as some because the film itself was lacklustre. Episode 82 on the other hand features a fantastic film for the main review, but one that is low-profile and probably not widely seen. Once again though, the discussion is fun. So even if you haven’t seen the main attraction, I think my guest and I will still be able to entertain you.

This episode allowed for a little bit of closure for me since it gave me one last moment to articulate a few thoughts on Roger Ebert. I was quietly appreciative that Dor added in a few thoughts and memories of her own, since it brought a welcome switch from mourning into the aether.

Here’s what’s in store in episode eighty-one…

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Oh, and in case you’re wondering, the abundance of Backstreet Boys in this episode was inspired when I learned in the run-up to the episode that Mr. Roan is an unabashed fan.

Sadly, I forgot to ask him to explain within the runtime of the show, but perhaps he’ll grace us with some clarity in the comment section.

Here’s what’s in store in episode eighty-one…

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Hot on the heels of my 2000th post, I bring on a blogger who has kept me pushing forward. You see she drops by this space early and often and has long been supportive of what I do – and little does she know that there are a lot of days where that really provides me a boost.

Admittedly, there are other films I would have enjoyed discussing with her more than the new release we selected. However, the biggest restriction with bringing in international guests is that you’re at the mercy of international release schedules.

Still – she brought a great deal of charm and enthusiasm to the show, so who am I to complain.

Here’s what’s in store in episode eighty…

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Hey, remember these?

I can’t take complete credit for the return of this series. This episode seemed to fit into a gap in the schedule more than it was a result of actual planning. However, maybe it will serve as a kickstart to getting the discussion going again.

This episode captures a panel I took part in last weekend, which gathered three other podcasters who have their eye on the media:

Anthony Marco of TV, Eh and Best Episode Ever

If I may say so, one unforeseen benefit of the impromptu gathering is that it got me listening to all of their shows, and they’re all great listens!

To recap the concept of this offshoot – expect to see these episodes are supposed to turn up once a month. My intention is for them to be a bit more raw (there are almost no cuts in this conversation), a bit shorter, with no rules, and less of a pecking order on who sits down at the table.

Enjoy!

So that was fun huh? ARGO won, Jennifer tripped, Quentin rambled, Daniel charmed, Seth amused-or-sucked depending on who you asked, and we incessantly tweeted the whole. damned. thing.

Let’s move on shall we? Today I give you something that has serendipitously turned into a great palette cleanser…

What is a film podcaster supposed to do when there is nothing in the theatre worth podcasting about? I suppose the answer is “get creative”.

Happily, getting creative has resulted in one of my favorite episodes to date where we talk about a few titles outside of my usual comfort zone. I have to thank my guest for the great ideas…even if the idea was for me to watch something spectacularly dumb.

Here’s what’s in store in episode seventy-nine…

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Every once in a while, I’ll hear an episode of one of the shows I listen to regularly – shows that feature a regular team that talk amongst themselves every episode. They have a rhythm all their own, a banter, a familiarity. When I hear that, I think about stopping my neverending conga line of guests and instead teaming up with one person permanently.

But then I get afternoons like yesterday, and it makes me think that’s just temptation speaking.

The one thing I like about the neverending conga line is the way it keeps me on my toes. It allows the show to ebb and flow, with certain episodes making certain segments longer than usual and certain segments shorter.

So besides the fact that my guest this week did a stellar job of filling in when a friend got called away, she also got me to get out of my comfort zone a bit and talk about a different slice of cinema. There’s no way I’d get that with a steady co-host.

Here’s what’s in store in episode seventy-eight…

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It seems like every six months or so, I go to record an episode of this show and get met with catastrophic technical difficulties. You’d think that after three years of this gig I’d have it all figured out by now…but what can I say?

The good news is that I am lucky enough to have some really great friends who drop by to do this song & dance with me, so when things do go wrong, they’re nothing but supportive and help me rebuild things…often better than it was originally!

So while I start teaching myself some new steps to the process, and say a few prayers to whatever deity lords over my MacBook Pro, take a listen to this barnburner of an episode.

Here’s what’s in store in episode seventy-seven…

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This episode would have been up an hour ago, but Jodie Foster wouldn’t give me back my microphone.

So Oscar nominees! I don’t care all that much about who does and doesn’t win as much as I am interested in who makes the shortlist as the year’s best. This year there were more surprises than there have been for a little while, which will only keep me coming back for more!

I didn’t ask her directly, but I have a hunch my guest this episode would agree.

So come with us as we stay up past zero dark thirty, to show our amour for the southern wilds where the beasts live. We witness Django get unchained, thumb through the playbook, and talk about pi’s life. We then get misreable about argo and Lincoln (Shoulda quit while I was ahead, right?)

Last year I mentioned how much my Oscar guest was a champ because of all the technical difficulties she’s endured. This year she took time out from her vacation to take part in the show. So allow me to say it one more time: Champ.

Here’s what’s in store in episode seventy-six…

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