Beyond the Screenplay
Summary: “Lessons from the Screenplay” creator Michael Tucker and the LFTS team do deeper dives into the storytelling of individual movies and chat with the creatives behind those films.
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The BTS team discusses Heat's surprisingly quiet midpoint dialogue scene, the film's incredible iconic shootout, and how both central characters' arcs engage the themes of family, loyalty, and crime. Sponsor Try MUBI for free for 30 days at https://mubi.com/beyondthescreenplay Show Notes Listen to our discussion of Loki Episode 6 on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3zh5k7p List to our patron-exclusive episode on The Departed: https://www.patreon.com/posts/53057155 Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/beyondthescreenplay LFTS Merch: https://standard.tv/collections/lfts Maggie Mae Fish's video, "Myth of the Auteur": https://youtu.be/yr65ZIWoD6c Find us on Twitter Beyond the Screenplay: https://twitter.com/BTScreenplay Michael Tucker: https://twitter.com/michaeltuckerla Tricia Aurand: https://twitter.com/TriciaJeanA Brian Bitner: https://twitter.com/BrianBitner Alex Calleros: https://twitter.com/Alex_Calleros Produced by Vince Major: https://twitter.com/VinceMajor Edited by Eric Schneider: https://twitter.com/ImEricSchneider Website: http://lessonsfromthescreenplay.com For Inquiries and Booking: Vince@Plusfortyseven.com
The BTS team discusses Titanic's incredible cultural impact, Rose's characterization and moving character arc, and what it took for James Cameron to make the biggest disaster movie of all time. Show Notes Listen to our discussion of Loki Episode 5 on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3dXALLG Listen to Brian's Missing Frame's episode on Titanic: https://www.thenerdparty.com/missingframes/episode-76-titanic List to our patron-exclusive episode on The Departed: https://www.patreon.com/posts/53057155 Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/beyondthescreenplay LFTS Merch: https://standard.tv/collections/lfts Find us on Twitter Beyond the Screenplay: https://twitter.com/BTScreenplay Michael Tucker: https://twitter.com/michaeltuckerla Tricia Aurand: https://twitter.com/TriciaJeanA Brian Bitner: https://twitter.com/BrianBitner Alex Calleros: https://twitter.com/Alex_Calleros Produced by Vince Major: https://twitter.com/VinceMajor Edited by Eric Schneider: https://twitter.com/ImEricSchneider Website: http://lessonsfromthescreenplay.com For Inquiries and Booking: Vince@Plusfortyseven.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
The BTS team welcomes back YouTube creator Patrick Willems to compare Forrest Gump and The Curious Case of Benjamin Button. The team discusses the films' strangely similar premises, dissects the movies' plot structures and filmmaking techniques, and debates the overall effectiveness of the stories' differing tones. Show Notes Patrick's video on Robert Zemeckis: https://youtu.be/JKe8qCzPdkI Patrick Willems on Twitter: https://twitter.com/patrickhwillems Listen to our discussion of Loki Episode 3 on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3hbxH0w Tricia's movie recommendation: Bacurau (2019) by Kleber Mendonça Filho Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/beyondthescreenplay LFTS Merch: https://standard.tv/collections/lfts Find us on Twitter Beyond the Screenplay: https://twitter.com/BTScreenplay Michael Tucker: https://twitter.com/michaeltuckerla Tricia Aurand: https://twitter.com/TriciaJeanA Brian Bitner: https://twitter.com/BrianBitner Alex Calleros: https://twitter.com/Alex_Calleros Produced by Vince Major: https://twitter.com/VinceMajor Edited by Eric Schneider: https://twitter.com/ImEricSchneider Website: http://lessonsfromthescreenplay.com For Inquiries and Booking: Vince@Plusfortyseven.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
The BTS team discusses Nightcrawler's heightened sense of reality, how the unconventional direction contributes to the film's voyeuristic feel, and why Lou Bloom's story satirizes success in a bloodthirsty society. Show Notes Listen to our discussion of Loki Episode 3 on Patreon: https://bit.ly/3zZOF9h Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/beyondthescreenplay LFTS Merch: https://standard.tv/collections/lfts Find us on Twitter Beyond the Screenplay: https://twitter.com/BTScreenplay Michael Tucker: https://twitter.com/michaeltuckerla Tricia Aurand: https://twitter.com/TriciaJeanA Brian Bitner: https://twitter.com/BrianBitner Alex Calleros: https://twitter.com/Alex_Calleros Produced by Vince Major: https://twitter.com/VinceMajor Edited by Eric Schneider: https://twitter.com/ImEricSchneider Website: http://lessonsfromthescreenplay.com For Inquiries and Booking: Vince@Plusfortyseven.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
In this first episode of a patron-exclusive mini-series, the BTS team discusses the formal aspects of the new Marvel shows, how the first episode of Loki delivers exposition while being fun, and how the second episode explores the show's relationship to the crime genre. To listen to the upcoming weekly episodes on Loki, support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/beyondthescreenplay Sponsor You can try MUBI for free for 30 days at https://mubi.com/beyondthescreenplay Show Notes LFTS Merch: https://standard.tv/collections/lfts Find us on Twitter Beyond the Screenplay: https://twitter.com/BTScreenplay Michael Tucker: https://twitter.com/michaeltuckerla Tricia Aurand: https://twitter.com/TriciaJeanA Brian Bitner: https://twitter.com/BrianBitner Alex Calleros: https://twitter.com/Alex_Calleros Produced by Vince Major: https://twitter.com/VinceMajor Edited by Eric Schneider: https://twitter.com/ImEricSchneider Website: http://lessonsfromthescreenplay.com For Inquiries and Booking: Vince@Plusfortyseven.com
The BTS team discusses the movie’s tense action sequences, what John Krasinski's directing brings to the movie, and what makes for a satisfying sequel. Show Notes Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/beyondthescreenplay LFTS Merch: https://standard.tv/collections/lfts Find us on Twitter Beyond the Screenplay: https://twitter.com/BTScreenplay Michael Tucker: https://twitter.com/michaeltuckerla Tricia Aurand: https://twitter.com/TriciaJeanA Brian Bitner: https://twitter.com/BrianBitner Alex Calleros: https://twitter.com/Alex_Calleros Produced by Vince Major: https://twitter.com/VinceMajor Edited by Eric Schneider: https://twitter.com/ImEricSchneider Website: http://lessonsfromthescreenplay.com For Inquiries and Booking: Vince@Plusfortyseven.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
The BTS team discusses The Mummy's comedy twist on a classic adventure story, the film's effective focus on Rick and Evie's romance, and why the lead performances and characters ultimately make this movie an undying fan favorite. Sponsor Sign up for CuriosityStream and get complimentary access to Nebula! https://curiositystream.com/screenplay Show Notes Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/beyondthescreenplay LFTS Merch: https://standard.tv/collections/lfts Find us on Twitter Beyond the Screenplay: https://twitter.com/BTScreenplay Michael Tucker: https://twitter.com/michaeltuckerla Tricia Aurand: https://twitter.com/TriciaJeanA Brian Bitner: https://twitter.com/BrianBitner Alex Calleros: https://twitter.com/Alex_Calleros Produced by Vince Major: https://twitter.com/VinceMajor Edited by Eric Schneider: https://twitter.com/ImEricSchneider Website: http://lessonsfromthescreenplay.com For Inquiries and Booking: Vince@Plusfortyseven.com
The BTS team discusses The Iron Giant’s midcentury look and influences, the film’s unique place in animation history, and whether the story’s allegorical elements support its powerful nonviolent theme. Sponsor The next generation of Ting Mobile is here! See how much you could save at http://screenplay.ting.com and get $25 off your phone bill today. Sign up for CuriosityStream and get complimentary access to Nebula! https://curiositystream.com/screenplay Show Notes Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/beyondthescreenplay LFTS Merch: https://standard.tv/collections/lfts Find us on Twitter Beyond the Screenplay: https://twitter.com/BTScreenplay Michael Tucker: https://twitter.com/michaeltuckerla Tricia Aurand: https://twitter.com/TriciaJeanA Brian Bitner: https://twitter.com/BrianBitner Alex Calleros: https://twitter.com/Alex_Calleros Produced by Vince Major: https://twitter.com/VinceMajor Edited by Eric Schneider: https://twitter.com/ImEricSchneider Website: http://lessonsfromthescreenplay.com For Inquiries and Booking: Vince@Plusfortyseven.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
The BTS team discusses Portrait of a Lady on Fire’s efficient opening sequence, the film’s meticulous pacing and striking style, and how every detail of Celine Sciamma’s directorial vision ultimately tells a powerful story of equality. Sponsor You can try MUBI for free for 30 days at https://mubi.com/beyondthescreenplay Show Notes Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/beyondthescreenplay LFTS Merch: https://standard.tv/collections/lfts Find us on Twitter Beyond the Screenplay: https://twitter.com/BTScreenplay Michael Tucker: https://twitter.com/michaeltuckerla Tricia Aurand: https://twitter.com/TriciaJeanA Brian Bitner: https://twitter.com/BrianBitner Alex Calleros: https://twitter.com/Alex_Calleros Produced by Vince Major: https://twitter.com/VinceMajor Edited by Eric Schneider: https://twitter.com/ImEricSchneider Website: http://lessonsfromthescreenplay.com For Inquiries and Booking: Vince@Plusfortyseven.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
The LFTS team discusses Lost In Translation's strong sense of style and mood, the characters' relationship and stakes, and why the film's inaudible final line makes for the perfect ending. Show Notes Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/beyondthescreenplay LFTS Merch: https://standard.tv/collections/lfts Find us on Twitter Beyond the Screenplay: https://twitter.com/BTScreenplay Michael Tucker: https://twitter.com/michaeltuckerla Tricia Aurand: https://twitter.com/TriciaJeanA Brian Bitner: https://twitter.com/BrianBitner Alex Calleros: https://twitter.com/Alex_Calleros Produced by Vince Major: https://twitter.com/VinceMajor Edited by Eric Schneider: https://twitter.com/ImEricSchneider Website: http://lessonsfromthescreenplay.com For Inquiries and Booking: Vince@Plusfortyseven.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
The LFTS team welcomes Mark Brown, creator of the YouTube channel Game Maker's Toolkit, to talk about the design of Commander Shepard, the epic ending of Mass Effect 2, and our personal experiences with Mass Effect. Show Notes "Commanding Shepard" | Game Maker's Toolkit: https://youtu.be/bm0S4cn_rfw Mark Brown on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gamemakerstk Dynamic Level Design in Mass Effect 3’s "Cure the Genophage" Mission | Story Mode: Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/beyondthescreenplay LFTS Merch: https://standard.tv/collections/lfts Find us on Twitter Beyond the Screenplay: https://twitter.com/BTScreenplay Michael Tucker: https://twitter.com/michaeltuckerla Tricia Aurand: https://twitter.com/TriciaJeanA Brian Bitner: https://twitter.com/BrianBitner Alex Calleros: https://twitter.com/Alex_Calleros Produced by Vince Major: https://twitter.com/VinceMajor Edited by Eric Schneider: https://twitter.com/ImEricSchneider Website: http://lessonsfromthescreenplay.com For Inquiries and Booking: Vince@Plusfortyseven.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
The LFTS team once again welcomes back Patrick H. Willems to discuss the movies' meticulous filmmaking, the design of the wonderful antagonists, and what makes Paddington such a heartwarming character. Show Notes Patrick's video on Paddington: https://youtu.be/LSq0308_g7c Patrick Willems on Twitter: https://twitter.com/patrickhwillems Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/beyondthescreenplay LFTS Merch: https://standard.tv/collections/lfts Find us on Twitter Beyond the Screenplay: https://twitter.com/BTScreenplay Michael Tucker: https://twitter.com/michaeltuckerla Tricia Aurand: https://twitter.com/TriciaJeanA Brian Bitner: https://twitter.com/BrianBitner Alex Calleros: https://twitter.com/Alex_Calleros Produced by Vince Major: https://twitter.com/VinceMajor Edited by Eric Schneider: https://twitter.com/ImEricSchneider Website: http://lessonsfromthescreenplay.com For Inquiries and Booking: Vince@Plusfortyseven.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
The LFTS team discusses The Big Lebowski's hilarious dialogue and supporting characters, the film's philosophical subtext and themes, and the enduring mystique of "The Dude." Sponsor You can try MUBI for free for 30 days at https://mubi.com/beyondthescreenplay Show Notes Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/beyondthescreenplay LFTS Merch: https://standard.tv/collections/lfts Find us on Twitter Beyond the Screenplay: https://twitter.com/BTScreenplay Michael Tucker: https://twitter.com/michaeltuckerla Tricia Aurand: https://twitter.com/TriciaJeanA Brian Bitner: https://twitter.com/BrianBitner Alex Calleros: https://twitter.com/Alex_Calleros Produced by Vince Major: https://twitter.com/VinceMajor Edited by Eric Schneider: https://twitter.com/ImEricSchneider Website: http://lessonsfromthescreenplay.com For Inquiries and Booking: Vince@Plusfortyseven.com
The LFTS team discusses Breaking Bad’s exemplary pilot episode, including its solid narrative structure, efficient scene work, and how it sets up the stylistic and character elements that made the show one of the greatest TV series ever. "What Am I Watching" Generators (made by Brian): What is Tricia Watching? https://perchance.org/95mnadej8u What is Alex Watching? https://perchance.org/eel631cd2z What is Michael Watching? https://perchance.org/mc0h3emk2h Show Notes Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/beyondthescreenplay LFTS Merch: https://standard.tv/collections/lfts Find us on Twitter Beyond the Screenplay: https://twitter.com/BTScreenplay Michael Tucker: https://twitter.com/michaeltuckerla Tricia Aurand: https://twitter.com/TriciaJeanA Brian Bitner: https://twitter.com/BrianBitner Alex Calleros: https://twitter.com/Alex_Calleros Produced by Vince Major: https://twitter.com/VinceMajor Edited by Eric Schneider: https://twitter.com/ImEricSchneider Website: http://lessonsfromthescreenplay.com For Inquiries and Booking: Vince@Plusfortyseven.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
