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The Directors Series PodcastDavid Lynch | Double LivesThis episode of THE DIRECTORS SERIES PODCAST joins the late David Lynch to peer deep into the abyss of the uncanny. Host Cameron Beyl breaks down three Lynch masterworks — LOST HIGHWAY, MULHOLLAND DRIVE, and INLAND EMPIRE — to examine the delirious abundance of doubles and doppelgangers that shape Lynch's cinema... and haunt our dreams. To access more episodes about great directors, check out our Patreon - patreon.com/directorsseries Presented by FilmFrontier Studios, THE DIRECTOR SERIES PODCAST is a video podcast hosted by filmmaker Cameron Beyl that explores the craft and careers of influential filmm...2025-07-2329 min

The Directors Series PodcastDavid Fincher - Capturing The ZeitgeistThis episode from THE DIRECTORS SERIES VAULT examines the films and career of director David Fincher, covering his streak of films that defined 90's pop culture and beyond: THE GAME (1997), FIGHT CLUB (1999), PANIC ROOM (2002). To access the rest of the David Fincher archive, check out our Patreon - patreon.com/directorsseries Presented by FilmFrontier Studios, THE DIRECTOR SERIES PODCAST is a video podcast hosted by filmmaker Cameron Beyl that explores the craft and careers of influential filmmakers. Cited by Indiewire as a "significant contribution to the discipline", THE DIRECTORS SERIES has been mentioned in industry-leading...2025-07-0229 min

The Directors Series PodcastSpike Lee: Media MattersThis episode of THE DIRECTORS SERIES PODCAST examines Spike Lee's careerlong critique of the media in all its forms. Host Cameron Beyl breaks down three Lee films — DO THE RIGHT THING, MALCOLM X, and INSIDE MAN — in pursuit of a deeper understanding of how local radio, print & still journalism, and videotape shape our communities' perceptions and prejudices. To access more episodes about great directors, check out our Patreon - patreon.com/directorsseries Presented by FilmFrontier Studios, THE DIRECTOR SERIES PODCAST is a video podcast hosted by filmmaker Cameron Beyl that explores the craf...2025-06-1828 min

Tinseltown Ghost StoriesEpisode 8: Chinese Theater Specter SpectacularThis week, host Bianca Lopez strolls down the haunted aisle of the iconic TCL Chinese Theater, previously known as Grauman's Chinese Theater. Who is Sid Grauman, the legendary showman who built this legendary movie palace and what ghosts lurk just beyond the screen? Tinseltown Ghost Stories is a FilmFrontier Studios podcast. For more, please visit FilmFrontierStudios.com or find us on Instagram at @filmfrontierstudios Content Warnings: this episode includes a depiction of murder, suicide and frank discussion of cultural appropriation. For Ad Free versions and early access, check out ou...2025-06-1128 min

The Directors Series PodcastChristopher Nolan - The Colossal CornerstonesThis episode from THE DIRECTORS SERIES VAULT dives into the films and career of director Christopher Nolan, covering his zeitgeist-defining pair of complex blockbusters: THE DARK KNIGHT (2008) & INCEPTION (2010). To access the rest of the Christopher Nolan archive, check out our Patreon - patreon.com/directorsseries Presented by FilmFrontier Studios, THE DIRECTOR SERIES PODCAST is a video podcast hosted by filmmaker Cameron Beyl that explores the craft and careers of influential filmmakers. Cited by Indiewire as a "significant contribution to the discipline", THE DIRECTORS SERIES has been mentioned in industry-leading media outlets like...2025-06-0459 min

The Directors Series PodcastChristopher Nolan - The Blockbusters BeginThis episode from THE DIRECTORS SERIES VAULT dives into the films and career of director Christopher Nolan, covering his trailblazing forays into big-budget studio filmmaking: INSOMNIA (2002), BATMAN BEGINS (2005) & THE PRESTIGE (2006). To access the rest of the Christopher Nolan archive, check out our Patreon - patreon.com/directorsseries Presented by FilmFrontier Studios, THE DIRECTOR SERIES PODCAST is a video podcast hosted by filmmaker Cameron Beyl that explores the craft and careers of influential filmmakers. Cited by Indiewire as a "significant contribution to the discipline", THE DIRECTORS SERIES has been mentioned in industry-leading medi...2025-05-2149 min

Tinseltown Ghost StoriesEpisode 7: Gangster Ghost of HollywoodOn this episode of murder and mystery, host Bianca Lopez visits with the ghost of Bugsy Siegel, said to be haunting Golden Age Hollywood's favorite local, uh...haunt, The Formosa Cafe. From his early days as the rising hitman in charge of Murder, Inc, to his wining and dining of Tinseltown's celebrity class, we shine a spotlight on the darker side of fame - and one man's pursuit of it no matter the cost. Was his death in a blaze of gunfire curtains for Bugsy, or does he linger, ever watching the door to his f...2025-05-1427 min

The Directors Series PodcastQuentin Tarantino - Far East By SouthwestThis chapter of THE DIRECTORS SERIES' examination into the films and career of director Quentin Tarantino covers his string of supersized works from the mid-2000's: the epic 2-part KILL BILL saga and DEATH PROOF, his contribution to the throwback double-feature experiment, GRINDHOUSE. Join our Patreon for exclusive access to the rest of the Quentin Tarantino archive: patreon.com/directorsseries Presented by FilmFrontier Studios, THE DIRECTOR SERIES PODCAST is a video podcast hosted by filmmaker Cameron Beyl that explores the craft and careers of influential filmmakers. Cited by Indiewire as a "sig...2025-05-0743 min

The Directors Series PodcastQuentin Tarantino - Postmodern PulpThis episode from THE DIRECTORS SERIES VAULT examines the films and career of director Quentin Tarantino, covering his pair of 90's zeitgeist-defining films, PULP FICTION (1994) and JACKIE BROWN (1997). Join our Patreon for exclusive access to the rest of the Quentin Tarantino archive: patreon.com/directorsseries Presented by FilmFrontier Studios, THE DIRECTOR SERIES PODCAST is a video podcast hosted by filmmaker Cameron Beyl that explores the craft and careers of influential filmmakers. Cited by Indiewire as a "significant contribution to the discipline", THE DIRECTORS SERIES has been mentioned in industry-leading media outlets lik...2025-04-2343 min

Tinseltown Ghost StoriesEpisode 6: Buried Under Dodger StadiumIt’s baseball season! This week, step up to the plate with host Bianca Lopez as we dig deeper into the dark history of Dodger Stadium and the once vibrant community of Chavez Ravine now buried underneath its 50,000 seats. FOLLOW THE HOST - Find Bianca on Instagram Instagram: @biancaplopez Give us a follow, share with your friends, and leave a 5-star review, it helps us grow and make more spooky episodes! For more, go to filmfrontierstudios.com or check out @filmfrontierstudios on Instagram and Youtube. 2025-04-0926 min

The Directors Series PodcastStanley Kubrick - The Master WorksThis episode from THE DIRECTORS SERIES VAULT examines the films and career of director Stanley Kubrick, covering the string of groundbreaking features that solidified his reputation as a master filmmaker: 2001: A SPACE ODYSSEY (1968), A CLOCKWORK ORANGE (1971), BARRY LYNDON (1975). THE SHINING (1980) To access the rest of the Stanley Kubrick archive, check out our Patreon - patreon.com/directorsseries Presented by FilmFrontier Studios, THE DIRECTOR SERIES PODCAST is a video podcast hosted by filmmaker Cameron Beyl that explores the craft and careers of influential filmmakers. Cited by Indiewire as a "significant contribution to the...2025-04-0249 min

The Directors Series PodcastSofia Coppola - Captive HeartsCAPTIVE HEARTS is the second chapter of THE DIRECTORS SERIES' examination into the films and career of director Sofia Coppola, covering her twin portraits of melancholy in isolation, LOST IN TRANSLATION (2003) and MARIE ANTOINETTE (2006). To access the rest of the Sofia Coppola archive in our Directors Series Vault, check out our Patreon! patreon.com/directorsseries Presented by FilmFrontier Studios, THE DIRECTOR SERIES PODCAST is a multimedia show hosted by filmmaker Cameron Beyl that explores the craft and careers of influential filmmakers. Cited by Indiewire as a "significant contribution to the discipline", THE...2025-03-1928 min

Tinseltown Ghost StoriesEpisode 5: Haunting at the Hollywood SignHike up to the Hollywood Sign and prepare to be spooked! Host Bianca Lopez takes us through the over 100 year history of this iconic Los Angeles Landmark. Does a spirit of early Tinseltown lurk there still? Content Warnings: this episode includes a depiction of suicide For Ad Free versions and early access, check out our Patreon! FOLLOW THE HOST - Find Bianca on Instagram Instagram: @biancaplopez If you like what you're listening to, please give us a follow, share with your friends, and leav...2025-03-1227 min

The Directors Series PodcastLEGACY EPISODE: Martin Scorsese's Grit & Glamor | THE DIRECTORS SERIES PODCASTJump into The Directors Series archives with this fifth episode of our multi-part documentary series on Martin Scorsese, covering his career-defining crime drama TAXI DRIVER (1976) and NEW YORK, NEW YORK (1977)-- the ambitious modern musical that threw his turbulent rise into a harrowing tailspin. Presented by FilmFrontier Studios, THE DIRECTOR SERIES PODCAST is a multimedia show hosted by filmmaker Cameron Beyl that explores the craft and careers of influential filmmakers. Cited by Indiewire as a "significant contribution to the discipline", THE DIRECTORS SERIES has been mentioned in industry-leading media outlets like Sight & Sound Magazine, The A...2025-02-1927 min

The Directors Series PodcastMartin Scorsese's Grit & GlamorJump into The Directors Series Vault with this fifth episode of our multi-part documentary series on Martin Scorsese, covering his career-defining crime drama TAXI DRIVER (1976) and NEW YORK, NEW YORK (1977)-- the ambitious modern musical that threw his turbulent rise into a harrowing tailspin. Presented by FilmFrontier Studios, THE DIRECTOR SERIES PODCAST is a multimedia show hosted by filmmaker Cameron Beyl that explores the craft and careers of influential filmmakers. Cited by Indiewire as a "significant contribution to the discipline", THE DIRECTORS SERIES has been mentioned in industry-leading media outlets like Sight & Sound Magazine, The A...2025-02-1927 min

Tinseltown Ghost StoriesEpisode 4: Phantoms of the Paramour EstateEnjoy a stay at the Paramour Estate—at your own risk! This week, host Bianca Lopez walks us through the winding halls and spooky history of this larger than life mansion. From old Hollywood royalty, to My Chemical Romance, this episode has it all. Content Warnings: this episode includes a depiction of murder For Ad Free versions and early access, check out our Patreon! FOLLOW THE HOST - Find Bianca on Instagram Instagram: @biancaplopez For more, go to filmfrontierstudios.com or check out @filmfrontierstudios on Insta...2025-02-1226 min

Tinseltown Ghost StoriesPodcast Update/LA Wildfire ResourcesWe are devastated by the tremendous loss our community is facing. Thank you to the brave first responders and to the volunteers, donators, and community. In this post you can find resources to get help or to help where needed, along with an update for the show moving forward. We love you Los Angeles. Resources: The Mutual Aid L.A. Network: info for shelters, animal centers, donations, & volunteer. http://tiny.cc/malan-fire Y.M.C.A. of Metropolitan L.A.: info essential items for families donations. https://www.ymcala.or...2025-01-1402 min

Tinseltown Ghost StoriesEpisode 3: The Curse of Los FelizTake a holiday walk with host Bianca Lopez through the haunted (or should we say, cursed) history of Los Feliz. From the sordid story of the original Rancho Los Feliz, to the infamous Murder House, this episode will wind a tale of misfortune in one of the most beautiful neighborhoods in Los Angeles. Content warnings: this episode includes a depiction of violence, murder, suicide and spousal abuse. For Ad Free versions and early access, check out our Patreon! FOLLOW THE HOST - Find Bianca on Instagram Instagram: @biancaplopez ...2024-12-2321 min

Tinseltown Ghost StoriesEpisode 2: Culver Studios' Haunted MansionThe Culver Studios Mansion is a legend of both the silver screen and Culver City itself. Built by legendary producer Thomas Ince, the mansion has been home to several film companies, but does it also play host to the former owner's ghost? Join our host Bianca Lopez as she explores the history of Thomas Ince and his Culver Studios Mansion—and reveals the true crime story that might still be haunting it to this day. Content warnings: this episode includes a depiction of murder For Ad Free versions and early access, check out our...2024-11-2525 min

The Directors Series PodcastGuillermo del Toro's Dark Fairy TalesThis episode of THE DIRECTORS SERIES PODCAST examines Guillermo Del Toro’s embrace of fairy tales and gothic literature within his storytelling. From his breakout take on vampirism with CRONOS to his foray into stop-motion animation with PINOCCHIO, host Cameron Beyl explores the evocative ways in which Del Toro is able to blend the whimsical with the grotesque to find the beauty in the darkest corners of our psyche. Follow the show: @filmfrontierstudios Follow FilmFrontier on Youtube: / @filmfrontierstudios 2024-11-1838 min

Tinseltown Ghost StoriesBONUS STORY: Ghosts of the Pantages, Howard HughesIn this Bonus Story, we continue our exploration of the ghosts that haunt the Pantages with none other than the Aviator himself, Howard Hughes! For Ad Free versions and early access, check out our Patreon! FOLLOW THE HOST - Find Bianca on Instagram Instagram: @biancaplopez For more, check out @filmfrontierstudios on Instagram and Youtube. 2024-11-1106 min

Tinseltown Ghost StoriesEpisode 1: Ghosts of The PantagesThe Pantages is a staple on Hollywood Boulevard. But who built this Hollywood landmark and what ghosts are lurking backstage to this day? Join host Bianca Lopez for the premiere episode of Tinseltown Ghost Stories: Ghosts of the Pantages. content warnings: this episode includes a depiction of sexual assault (beginning at 15:41) For Ad Free versions and early access, check out our Patreon! For more, check out @filmfrontierstudios on Instagram and Youtube. 2024-10-2827 min

The Directors Series PodcastMichael Mann's Digital CanvasThis second episode of THE DIRECTORS SERIES PODCAST examines Michael Mann’s adoption of digital technology into his filmmaking and storytelling. Covering his run of features from 2001’s ALI to 2023’s FERRARI, host Cameron Beyl explores how Mann has pioneered the use of digital video while fashioning a unique style that embraces the format’s strengths and shortcomings. Follow the show: @thedirectorsseriesofficial Follow FilmFrontier on Youtube: / @filmfrontierstudios 2024-10-2144 min

Tinseltown Ghost StoriesTinseltown Ghost Stories TrailerComing soon! Tinseltown Ghost Stories is hosted by Bianca Lopez. With each episode, she will tell you a ghost story... But not just any ghost story; Tinseltown Ghost Stories will take you behind the scenes to the haunted backlots and bungalows, exploring the darker shadows cast by Hollywood’s bright lights, and the skeletons lurking in its ample closet space. 2024-10-1601 min

The Directors Series PodcastBarry Jenkins' Compassionate RegionalismThe first episode of THE DIRECTORS SERIES PODCAST examines the work of director Barry Jenkins through the lens of empathy and regionalism, showing how the spaces that surround us play an integral role in shaping who we become. Follow the show: @thedirectorsseriesofficial Follow FilmFrontier on Youtube: / @filmfrontierstudios 2024-09-1642 min

The Amateur AuteursCameron Beyl (of The Director Series)Join Brian as he sits down the Cameron Beyl (Creator of the Directors Series) for an in-depth discussion of all things film! Cameron Beyl: Website - https://www.cameronbeyl.com/ Cameron’s Twitter - https://twitter.com/CameronBeyl Film Frontier’s Twitter - https://twitter.com/filmfrontierllc Film Frontier Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/filmfrontier/ Film Frontier Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCR6jdHrr81r1Txb3UtGnfdA Directors Series Twitter - https://twitter.com/directorsseries/with_replies Directors Series on Vimeo - https://vimeo.com/channels/directorsseries Directors Series Website - https://directorsseries.net/ Our Twitter! twitter.com...2020-07-081h 13