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Don’t Push Pause is a monthly podcast bringing you discussions on movies from the 70s, 80s and 90s. DPP consists of a main discussion on a featured film, followed up by our Picks of the Week, and closing with our signature (Bill) Murray Moment.
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Monday Oct 04, 2021
Monday Oct 04, 2021
Creating a fresh, well-developed horror movie within the age-old monster genre is no small feat. In 1981, AN AMERICAN WEREWOLF IN LONDON blew minds for its special effects, tonal blending & compassionate story involving doomed characters. The innovation involved not only influenced countless films to follow, but WEREWOLF remains one of the most renowned of its genre.
//**Discussions include**//
John Landis’ story inspirations, initial conception & journey of getting the film financed; Rick Baker’s unforgettable special effects work; how humor can humanize horror & views on the film’s tone; placement in amongst 1981 horror & previous werewolf films; casting stories & brief career history of Landis; integrating contemporary music with the film’s score; release, reception & favorite moments from the film.
David Naughton, Griffin Dunne & Jenny Agutter star in AN AMERICAN WEREWOLF IN LONDON (1981). Directed by John Landis.
//***Picks of the Week***//
• Lindsay’s Pick: INNOCENT BLOOD (1992). Anne Parillaud, Robert Loggia, Anthony LaPaglia, Don Rickles /// Directed by John Landis.
• Justin’s Pick: Micheal Jackson’s THRILLER (1983). Michael Jackson, Ola Ray /// Directed by John Landis.
//***MurrayMoment***//
A Murray-inspired art exhibit from Northern England, plus the only time WEREWOLF’s David Naughton & Billy crossed over in another film.
//***Final Thoughts on AN AMERICAN WEREWOLF IN LONDON.***//
—Next Episode: MY BLOODY VALENTINE (1981)!—
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//Hosts: Justin Johnson & Lindsay Reber // Music: Matt Pace // Announcer: Mary Timmel // Logo: Beau Shoulders
Be Kind and Rewatch! // October 05, 2021
Monday Sep 13, 2021
Monday Sep 13, 2021
RUSHMORE cemented director Wes Anderson as one of the most influential & distinct filmmakers of contemporary time. By standing out from the herd & pairing Bill Murray with a feisty, fresh faced newcomer, RUSHMORE’s innocence & heightened realness set the bar for Anderson’s career. And the creative trust & emotional depth put into making the film are just as heartfelt as the movie itself.
//**Discussions include**//
The brief history & writing process of Wes Anderson & Owen Wilson; origin of RUSHMORE, true life inspirations, how visuals mix with storytelling, plus the themes of the film & finding how humor interacts with heartache; casting stories & deconstruction of characters; editing trademarks, production design, visual style & layered presence of music; release, reception & some of our favorite moments.
Jason Schwartzman, Bill Murray & Olivia Williams star in RUSHMORE (1998). Directed by Wes Anderson.
//***Picks of the Week***//
• Lindsay’s Pick: HAMLET (2000). Ethan Hawke, Bill Murray, Julia Stiles, Kyle MacLachlan. /// Directed by Michael Almereyda.
• Justin’s Pick: PERMANENT MIDNIGHT (1998). Ben Stiller, Maria Bello, Elizabeth Hurley, Owen Wilson. /// Directed by David Veloz.
//***Final Thoughts on RUSHMORE.***//
—Next Episode: AMERICAN WEREWOLF IN LONDON!—
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//Questions? Comments? Email us: dontpushpausepodcast@gmail.com
//Hosts: Justin Johnson & Lindsay Reber // Music: Matt Pace // Announcer: Mary Timmel // Logo: Beau Shoulders
Be Kind and Rewatch! // September 14, 2021
Monday Aug 23, 2021
Monday Aug 23, 2021
—**Discussions include**
The origin & evolution of story development involving multiple writers; finding a lead actor & director, plus where this film fits into their careers; creating a genre & how this comedy is comparatively unique; casting process & stories, use of improvisation, importance of & overlooked nuances of character chemistry; reception of the film, hit soundtrack, plus our thoughts on the entire BEVERLY HILLS COP franchise.
BEVERLY HILLS COP (1984)
Eddie Murphy, Judge Reinhold, John Ashton, Lisa Eilbacher, Ronny Cox.
—***Picks of the Week***
- Lindsay’s Pick:
RUTHLESS PEOPLE (1986)
Bette Midler, Judge Reinhold, Helen Slater, Danny DeVito /// Directed by David Zucker, Jim Abrahams, Jerry Zucker.
- Justin’s Pick:
COBRA (1986)
Sylvester Stallone, Brigitte Nielsen, Brian Thompson /// Directed by George P. Cosmatos.
—***MurrayMoment***
Judge Reinhold’s experience working on STRIPES (1981), and the lessons he learned from Bill while on set.
—***Final Thoughts on BEVERLY HILLS COP.***
—Next Episode: RUSHMORE!
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—Hosts: Justin Johnson & Lindsay Reber // Music: Matt Pace // Announcer: Mary Timmel // Logo: Beau Shoulders
Be Kind and Rewatch! // August 24, 2021