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The Movies That Made MeMESSY actress/writer/director Alexi WasserAlexi Wasser discusses a few of her favorite films with hosts Josh Olson and Joe Dante.
Movies Referenced In This Episode
Messy (2025)
Casablanca (1942) - John Landis’ trailer commentary
Looking For Mr. Goodbar (1977) - Larry Karaszewski’s trailer commentary
Auto Focus (2002)
Gremlins (1984) - Glenn Erickson’s Blu-ray review
Amadeus (1984) - Allan Arkush’s trailer commentary
A Clockwork Orange (1971)
The Shining (1980) - Adam Rifkin’s trailer commentary
Sixteen Candles (1984) - Adam Rifkin’s trailer commentary, Glenn Ericks...2025-05-131h 27
An Invitation ProductionsLanterns #01 with Scout TafoyaLanterns is a miniseries celebrating 10 years of Karyn Kusama's THE INVITATION (2015) with some of the brightest lights in contemporary film criticism and podcasting. Through a hybrid of personal essay and long form interview, host/creator Jim Penola weaves a narrative conversation around the persistent merits and prescient lessons of Kusama's cult masterpiece. Episode #01 features author, critic, filmmaker, and video essayist Scout Tafoya of RogerEbert.com–a brilliant mind who sheds considerable light on Kusama's cinematic verve, aesthetic fluency, and most critical influences. Via a conversation that explores the dark humor, radical vulnerability, and deep catharsis of K...2025-05-061h 09
The Intrepid FilmographersYellowjackets Pilot Review | Films of Karyn KusamaIn this special bonus episode of Intrepid Filmographers, Bobby Shortle and Nick Rocco Scalia aren’t ready to part ways with Karyn Kusama just yet! After completing their deep dive into Kusama’s filmography, they take a detour to explore two lesser-discussed projects: her short film Her Only Living Son from the horror anthology XX and her direction of the pilot episode of Showtime’s hit series Yellowjackets.First, they discuss Her Only Living Son, a short horror film that riffs on Rosemary’s Baby with a modern twist. Bobby and Nick examine Kusama’s minimalist approach, the film’s...2025-01-261h 35
The Intrepid FilmographersDestroyer | Films of Karyn KusamaIn this episode of Intrepid Filmographers, Bobby Shortle and Nick Rocco Scalia dig into Karyn Kusama’s gritty crime drama Destroyer (2018), starring Nicole Kidman in one of her most transformative roles. Known for its unflinching portrayal of a damaged detective haunted by her past, Destroyer presents a raw, intense journey through Los Angeles’ underbelly.Bobby and Nick explore Kidman’s powerhouse performance, the film’s themes of guilt, redemption, and self-destruction, and Kusama’s unique approach to neo-noir. They also discuss the film’s use of flashbacks, its stylistic choices, and its place in Kusama’s eclectic fil...2025-01-192h 35
The Intrepid FilmographersThe Invitation | Films of Karyn KusamaIn this suspenseful episode of Intrepid Filmographers, Bobby Shortle and Nick Rocco Scalia dissect Karyn Kusama’s 2015 psychological thriller The Invitation. Set entirely in a single house in the Hollywood Hills, the film follows a dinner party that spirals into paranoia and dread, blurring the line between grief, social anxiety, and something far more sinister.Bobby and Nick dive into Kusama’s masterful direction, exploring how the film builds tension through atmosphere, subtle performances, and the clever use of social dynamics. They discuss Logan Marshall-Green’s standout performance, the film’s themes of grief and trauma, and its chil...2025-01-121h 40
The Intrepid FilmographersJennifer's Body | Films of Karyn KusamaIn this episode of Intrepid Filmographers, Bobby Shortle and Nick Rocco Scalia tackle Karyn Kusama’s cult classic, Jennifer’s Body (2009). Written by Diablo Cody, this sharp, satirical horror-comedy stars Megan Fox as a high school cheerleader turned demonic killer, and Amanda Seyfried as her best friend caught in the chaos. The film, misunderstood at its release, has since gained a devoted following, and Bobby and Nick dive deep into its themes, performances, and legacy.They explore how Jennifer’s Body flips horror tropes on their head, its feminist undertones, and how it critiques societal treatment of women...2025-01-052h 11
PENDENTE: Rubrica su Cinema, letteratura, fumetto ed esperienze culturaliCiò che voglio: Destroyer"Sono una regista determinata con ben chiaro in mente cosa voglio fare e voglio essere lasciata in pace a fare ciò che voglio"
Torniamo a parlare di filmografie brevi ma intense come quella della regista Karyn Kusama, artista non costante ma poliedrica e capace di elevare la bellezza della settima arte ma senza rinunciare all'intento di raccontare (per davvero) il femminismo ai nostri giorni.
Quello di Karyn Kusama è tutto sommato un cinema per davvero femminile poiché popolato prevalentemente da donne alle prese con le difficoltà della vita ma anche con il lato peggiore della loro anima...2025-01-0323 min
PENDENTE: Rubrica su Cinema, letteratura, fumetto ed esperienze culturaliCiò che voglio: Jennifer's Body"Sono una regista determinata con ben chiaro in mente cosa voglio fare e voglio essere lasciata in pace a fare ciò che voglio"
Torniamo a parlare di filmografie brevi ma intense come quella della regista Karyn Kusama, artista non costante ma poliedrica e capace di elevare la bellezza della settima arte ma senza rinunciare all'intento di raccontare (per davvero) il femminismo ai nostri giorni.
Forte del successo di "Juno" e del Premio Oscar appena vinto, Diablo Cody propone al pubblico un racconto di formazione in salsa horror e sceglie Karyn Kusama come regista. Il risultato è l'all...2024-12-2025 min
The Intrepid FilmographersAeon Flux | Films of Karyn KusamaIn this conversation, Bobby Shortle and Nick Rocco Scalia delve into the film Aeon Flux, directed by Karen Kusama. They explore the film's origins, its connection to the animated series, and the challenges Kusama faced as a female director in a male-dominated industry. The discussion highlights the studio's interference during production, leading to a final product that diverged significantly from Kusama's vision. The hosts reflect on the film's reception, its visual style, and the performances of the cast, particularly Charlize Theron. Ultimately, they assess the film's legacy and its place within the broader context of sci-fi cinema. In this...2024-12-151h 40
The Intrepid FilmographersGirlfight | Films of Karyn KusamaIn this episode of Intrepid Filmographers, Bobby Shortle and Nick Rocco Scalia step into the ring with Karyn Kusama’s debut feature, Girlfight (2000). Starring Michelle Rodriguez in her breakout role, this gritty, heartfelt drama blends the classic tropes of boxing movies with a unique, feminist twist. Bobby and Nick dive into the film’s impact, its low-budget indie roots, and Kusama’s ability to craft a deeply personal, character-driven story.The hosts explore the film’s unique production journey, the themes of self-discovery and empowerment, and Kusama’s distinctive style, which shines through even in her first outing. Fr...2024-11-241h 47
Blockbusters and Birdwalks2005, a conversation – “North Country”This is part of a series about overlooked movies from 2005. ***Referenced media:“Promising Young Woman” (Emerald Fennell, 2020)“Spartacus” (Stanley Kubrick, 1960)“Marvel’s The Avengers” (Joss Whedon, 2012)“Fargo” (Joel Coen, 1996)“Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri” (Martin McDonagh, 2017)“The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring” (Peter Jackson, 2001)“The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers” (Peter Jackson, 2002)“The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King” (Peter Jackson, 2003)“Whale Rider” (Niki Caro, 2002)“Grizzly Man” (Werner Herzog, 2005)“Lord of War” (Andrew Niccol, 2005)“Capote” (Bennett Miller, 2005)“Good Night, and Good Luck.” (George Clooney, 2005)“Jarhead” (Sam Mendes, 2005)“Munich” (Steven Spielberg, 2005)“Æon Flux...2024-11-1426 min
Directors Commentary with Mike Flanagan02. Karyn Kusama Interview | ACT IIIHost Mike Flanagan continues his conversation with Filmmaker Karyn Kusama. Featuring Karyn Kusama Hosted by Mike Flanagan | @flanaganfilmEdited by Graham Reznick | @grahamreznickYou can now join Directors Commentary with Mike Flanagan on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/directorscommentarypodThis signal has been transmitted by SpectreVision Radio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-09-0431 minDirectors Commentary with Mike Flanagan02. "The Invitation" Watch-Along | ACT IIWatch The Invitation with commentary from Mike Flanagan and Karyn Kusama!Watch on Apple TV, Tubi, or anywhere you can find it. Go physical media!Featuring Karyn Kusama Hosted by Mike Flanagan | @flanaganfilmEdited by Graham Reznick | @grahamreznickYou can now join Directors Commentary with Mike Flanagan on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/directorscommentarypodThis...2024-08-211h 47Directors Commentary with Mike Flanagan02. Karyn Kusama Interview | ACT IHost Mike Flanagan is joined by Filmmaker Karyn Kusama of Girlfight, Æon Flux, Jennifer's Body, Destroyer, and The Invitation. Featuring Karyn Kusama Hosted by Mike Flanagan | @flanaganfilmEdited by Graham Reznick | @grahamreznickYou can now join Directors Commentary with Mike Flanagan on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/directorscommentarypodThis signal has been transmitted by SpectreVision Radio L...2024-08-1437 min
Austin Film Festival's On StoryA Conversation with Karyn KusamaThis week on On Story, Austin Film Festival moderator Harrison Glaser speaks with Karyn Kusama about her filmography, the evolution of her storytelling, and her focus on strong female protagonists. In her debut feature, Girlfight, Kusama drew from her own experiences training in a boxing gym and living in New York City, building Michelle Rodriguez’s character from young women she encountered on the subway. Kusama discusses connecting to their guarded nature and writing a protagonist that her audiences could root for. After the release of Girlfight, Kusama received critical praise and went onto direct her...2024-08-0728 min
Ministère de l'HorreurSaison 2, Épisode 7 - Jennifer's Body (2009)Pour le septième épisode de la seconde saison, Catherine, co-secrétaire (exceptionnellement) en solo du Ministère de l'Horreur, discute du film Jennifer’s Body de la réalisatrice Karyn Kusama.
À l'ordre du jour: le thème des succubes, le monstrueux féminin, Tarzan, The O.C. et bien plus!
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Adam Duxter, “At Minnesota State Fair, 900 pounds of butter sculpted in homage to Princess Kay finalists”, CBS News (article), 27 août 2023. En ligne.
Aidatul Chusna et Shofi...2024-08-051h 40
Full Audiobook: Where Words Come Alive and Dreams Take FlightExtra Salty: Jennifer's Body Audiobook by Fredrick BlichertListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 782703
Title: Extra Salty: Jennifer's Body
Author: Fredrick Blichert
Narrator: Imran Sheikh
Format: Unabridged
Length: 02:33:25
Language: English
Release date: 07-16-24
Publisher: Findaway Voices
Genres: Non-Fiction, Social Science
Summary:
Megan Fox, a diabolic indie rock band, toxic friendship, fluid sexuality, feminist reckoning, and a literal man-eater in the body of a high school cheerleader: Jennifers Body has it all
Featuring an original interview with director Karyn Kusama
What would be an easy sell in 2021 women at the helm (screenwriter Diablo Cody, director Karyn Kusama), a bankable cast (Megan Fox...2024-07-162h 33
Awesome Movie YearGirlfight (2000 Sundance Award Winner)The eleventh episode of our season on the awesome movie year of 2000 features one of the Sundance Film Festival Grand Jury Prize winners, Karyn Kusama’s Girlfight. Written and directed by Karyn Kusama and starring Michelle Rodriguez, Santiago Douglas, Jaime Tirelli, Paul Calderón and Ray Santiago, Girlfight was the first feature film for both Kusama and Rodriguez.The contemporary reviews quoted in this episode come from Roger Ebert (https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/girlfight-2000), A.O. Scott in The New York Times (https://www.nytimes.com/2000/09/29/movies/film-review-floating-like-a-butterfly-stinging-like-a-bee.html), and Lisa Schwarzbaum in Entertainment Weekly (https://ew...2024-06-2653 min
2 Cents Critic#161 - Jennifer’s Body | Directed by Karyn Kusama (with Gory Cory of The Scream Teens)Tune in as Pride Month keeps advancing forward on the show! For the third episode of June, Cory McCullough, AKA Gory Cory (The Scream Teens from Anatomy of a Scream Pod Squad), hops into the guest seat for a review and recap of Jennifer’s Body, the 2009 horror-comedy that had initially been torn apart and deemed to be a dud, but now has rightfully grown into a queer and feminist cult classic. The misogyny and sexual objectification that Megan Fox has had to endure from Hollywood, R-slurs and other aspects that stamp a late-2000s air onto the movie, an...2024-06-191h 39
Oh Wow!!Il faut qu'on parle de... Jennifer's BodyPour cette première itération de la série dans la série, j'invite Gigi Tattoo, parce qu'il FAUT qu'on parle de... Jennifer's Body. Un néo classique de la comédie horrifique, avec Megan Fox et Amanda Seyfried, réalisé par Karyn Kusama et écrit par Karyn Kusama (Juno, Young Adult, ...), parce que c'est merveilleusement queer ! Dans cet épisode on parle de male gaze, de possession, de zombies qui n'en sont pas, de rôles qui collent à la peau, de mst meurtrières et de vacances en forêt. Gigi c'est un...2024-06-0746 min
An Invitation ProductionsEllipsis #10: "One Good Choice" with Karyn KusamaKaryn Kusama is the writer/director of GIRLFIGHT (2000), the director of JENNIFER'S BODY (2009), THE INVITATION (2015), and of course, DESTROYER (2018). She is also an Emmy nominated director of television that includes work on YELLOWJACKETS, DEAD RINGERS, THE MYSTERIOUS BENEDICT SOCIETY, and much more.During this very special episode of ELLIPSIS, Karyn and I discuss the slippery yet operatic nature of time, the unique moment that Nicole Kidman had never experienced on any other film set, and the importance of telling stories about complicated people.Support the show•••Shout-out to some of my lovely & amazing patron...2024-05-3055 min
IndieWire's Filmmaker Toolkit'Girlfight' Director Karyn KusamaThe director of several modern classics, like Jennifer's Body and The Invitation, joins us to discuss her feature debut Girlfight, now on Blu-Ray from Criterion. Kusama reflects on working with Michelle Rodriguez in her first movie role, and her intentions from several decades ago, and how the film has aged since. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-05-2329 min
The Half Hour of PowerKaryn Kusama's Dracula Film Canceled!Karyn Kusama's Dracula film is canceled. Brandon, Marc, and I scratch our heads as we read her comments on the matter.
https://www.worldofreel.com/blog/2024/5/11/karyn-kusama
https://www.youtube.com/@deflepmarc2024-05-2124 min
Homos on Haunted HillCult of Kusama ("The Invitation")Kevin & Chris continue their Women's History Month film series with Karyn Kusama's excellent claustrophobic thriller The Invitation (2015). The 'mos talk a dinner party-from-hell, a twisty slow burn mystery, engaging characters and queer representation, psychological trauma, cult mentality, 1970s horror influences, a jaw-dropping ending and more. Bonus topics include Scream 7 news, Final Destination, and cult documentaries.
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This Ends at PromJennifer's Body, 15 Years Later“Hell is a teenage girl."15 years ago, Diablo Cody and Karyn Kusama joined forces to create one of the best teen girl films of all time, JENNIFER'S BODY. Critics didn't understand it, it was marketed for an audience that was never going to love it, but the die-hard fans who knew the truth kept it alive. Now, reclaimed 15 years later, we're revisiting the film and talking about the journey it went on from cult-hit to bonafide teen classic, and embracing the return of Diablo Cody to teen girl horror comedy with LISA FRANKENSTEIN. -----Bec...2024-02-081h 31
Awards Circuit | VarietyKaryn Kusama (“Yellowjackets”)"Yellowjackets" executive producer Karyn Kusama, who also directed the series’ shocking Season 2 finale, talks about about where the series went this year, balancing the tone of the show even as it goes full cannibal and where she'd like to see it go next. But first, on the Awards Circuit Roundtable, we talk about episodic submissions for this year’s Emmy awards and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2023-08-031h 05
The Screenwriting Life with Meg LeFauve and Lorien McKenna139 | Body Awareness: A New Way To Think About Our Writing (ft. Karyn Kusama)Karyn Kusama is known for film classics like Girlfight, Jennifer's Body, The Invitation, and a NEW TV classic, Yellowjackets, which she executive produces.Karyn's work is celebrated for its thoughtfully subversive approach with feminist themes across multiple genres, and today she discusses HOW she uses her body as a barometer to seek truth in her work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2023-06-011h 09
The Jacked Up Review ShowS7E40- Karyn Kusama's explosively dramatic filmography (with Second Chance Movies' Jessica Kwasniewski!)One of the most underrated, beyond visceral and key indie turned mainstream filmmakers gets highlighted: Karyn Kusama!
Jessica Kwasniewski (Second Chance Movies) helps me highlight the action packed, terror fueled and dramatic entries of Kusama's diverse career, how she literally rebuilt her career from scratch after being screwed over by Paramount execs and showcasing how to stay on budget without compromising one's own original visions!
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The Director’s Cut - A DGA PodcastEmpire of Light with Sam Mendes and Karyn Kusama (Ep. 402)Director Sam Mendes discusses his new film, Empire of Light, with fellow director Karyn Kusama in a Q&A at the DGA theater in Los Angeles. In the conversation, Mendes speaks about directing (recreating) scenes from his life, making films audiences can connect to, and relaying the cinematic experiences.
Set on the South coast of England in the 1980s, the film follows Hilary, a lonely woman who works at a seaside movie palace and is engaged in a boring affair with her married boss, Donald. When Stephen, a young new theater employee arrives on the scene, Hilary senses something kindred...2023-01-2029 min
BLOODHAUSEpisode 40: The Invitation (2015)Today the vamps talk all about 2015 Karyn Kusama comeback, The Invitation. From Wiki: "The Invitation is a 2015 American horror film[3] directed by Karyn Kusama and written by Phil Hay and Matt Manfredi. The film stars Logan Marshall-Green, Tammy Blanchard, Michiel Huisman, and Emayatzy Corinealdi. The Invitation premiered March 13, 2015, at the SXSW film festival,[4] and began a limited release on April 8, 2016, and through video on demand, by Drafthouse Films.[5]"But first! Drusilla is approved for surgery and thanks her supporters. Mentions: Death Row Gameshow, The Inheritance, Howard's End, the new Severin release of The Changeling, AMC+...2022-11-141h 13
Maximum Film!Episode 270: ‘The Invitation’ (2016) with Margo Donohue…and Dave White!No, it’s not the The Invitation that came out this year; we’re taking it back to 2016, when Karyn Kusama’s thoughtful thriller The Invitation was released in theaters. Drea’s away on set, but we’ve got three (sometimes four) Angelenos and a Brooklynite sharing their movie thoughts, as well as their tips for when and how to leave a sketchy party. Oh, and Karyn Kusama was born in Brooklyn!Later, Margo and Alonso imagine their dream casts for dinner party movies, and it’s the first Christmas Movie Minute of the season!.What’s Good...2022-11-0456 min
Art of the BeholderEpisode 52 - Top 15 Modern Masters of HorrorNovo and Philip (philipchurch.tech) discuss the "Top 15 Modern Masters of Horror" in celebration of the Halloween season.
Featured Artists include:
Mike Flanagan – Film / Television / Writing - Absentia, Oculus, Gerald’s Game (Stephen King Adaptation), Doctor Sleep, Haunting of Hill House, Haunting of Bly Manor, Midnight Mass
Junji Ito – Manga / Anime – Tomie, Uzumaki
Jordan Peele – Film – Get Out, US, NOPE
Studio Supermassive Games – Gaming – Until Dawn, The Quarry, The Dark Pictures Anthology
Ari Aster – Film – hereditary, Midsommar
Keith Thompson – fine art
Ti West – Film / Writing – X, Pearl...2022-10-251h 06
SCREAM with Ryan C. ShowersEpisode 070 – Interview: Karyn Kusama & Phil Hay, & Sam Carpenter PerspectivesThis week, Ryan hosts the Emmy-nominated director of “Yellowjackets,” Karyn Kusama, and her husband screenwriter, Phil Hay. The husband-wife filmmaking duo are genre film legends, with their most recent collaborations as “The Invitation” (2015) and “Destroyer” (2018). Slasher fans may be familiar with Kusama’s work as a director with “Jennifer’s Body” (2009). “Destroyer,” starring Nicole Kidman, is one of Ryan’s favorite films. In addition, Ryan is joined later on the show by two Patreons, Ryan Young and Joey Noberini. Ryan often puts forth pro-Sam Carpenter sentiments on this podcast. However, because she is a divisive figure, rounding out the debate about the character...2022-09-131h 47
Cinema DualEpisode 32 - Karyn Kusama (With Jeremy Hunt)On this episode of Cinema Dual, Jon and guest host Jeremy Hunt talk about Karyn Kusama.
Movies Discussed: Aeon Flux, The Invitation
Recommendations : Girl Fight (Jon), Destroyer, The Rental (Jeremy)
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CLUBO03. O reconhecimento tardio de Garota Infernal: Karyn Kusama, Megan Fox e Diablo Cody vocês são artistas Dirigido por Karyn Kusama, escrito pela vencedora do Oscar, Diablo Cody e estrelado por Megan Fox, Garota Infernal vem sendo considerado por muitos um clássico feminista contemporâneo. Lançado em 2009, o filme teve péssima recepção da crítica e do público, mas de 2009 para a atualidade, o que mudou? O que deu errado? Quais foram os (muitos) acertos? O que este filme de horror cômico feminista queer tem a nos dizer? Vem pro show do Low Shoulder com a gente que te contamos! 2022-06-2850 min
Shudder ShowKaryn Kusama's The InvitationWe discuss the 2015 film The Invitation
directed by Karyn Kusama
Written by Phil Hay & Matt Manfredi starring Logan Marshall-Green, Tammy Blanchard, Michiel Huisman, Emayatzy Corinealdi, Lindsay Burdge, Michelle Krusiec, Mike Doyle, Jay Larson & John Carroll Lynch
you can find us on: Twitter at @ShudderShow Instagram @Shudder_Show youtube.com/channel/UC-tbln7yxDaObSS6LknqtpA/ email at ShudderShow@gmail.com music by Benjamin Moy Check out his podcast Hooked on Score.2022-05-301h 18
The Next Reel Film PodcastGirlfight • The Next Reel“All these years, you just looked right through me.”It was after learning to box that Karyn Kusama became interested in making a film set in the world of boxing, specifically focused on a woman learning to box. After writing the script, she found it very difficult to finance. People said it wouldn’t work unless she changed the Latina protagonist to a white woman. They said having a female protagonist was “unbelievable” and “unappealing.” Even after her producers finally found the financing, the financier pulled out days before production was supposed to start. It was only with...2022-05-191h 00
/Film WeeklyRIP to Karyn Kusama’s Dracula, A New Star Wars Game is Coming, and MoreOn the April 19, 2022 episode of /Film Daily, /Film editor Ben Pearson is joined by no one to discuss the latest film and TV news, including a new “Star Wars” game, more “Dungeons & Dragons,” Aldrich Killian’s possible return to the MCU, the only way Liam Neeson would return to “Star Wars,” and the unfortunate death of a project we were anticipating.
Opening Banter:
In The News:
(OG Ryan) A New Star Wars Game Is On The Way From Skydance And Lucasfilm Games
(OG Debopriyaa) Liam Neeson Would Return To The Role Of Qui-Gon Jin...2022-04-1912 min
Podcast Like It's ...205: Fight Club w/ Karyn KusamaDirector Karyn Kusama (Jennifer's Body, The Invitation) joins us to discuss David Fincher's controversial game changer, FIGHT CLUB.We talk about the portrayal of toxic masculinity, how this movie thematically precedes The Social Network, and the star personas of Edward Norton and Brad Pitt.Podcast Like It's 1989: patreon.com/podcastlikeits1989Twitter: twitter.com/podcastlike1999Instagram: instagram.com/podcastlike1999Reddit: reddit.com/r/podcastlikeits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-01-071h 39
One Heat Minute ProductionsBONUS: THE PARALLAX VIEWS with Karyn Kusama & Phil HayAll The President's Minutes is a podcast where conversations about movies, journalism, politics and history meet. To celebrate the Imprint Films release of The Parallax View, featuring a commentary track by yours truly, I’ve assembled a special double episode discussion of the centrepiece of Alan J. Pakula’s paranoia trilogy. The first of two episodes enlists the incredibly talented filmmaking power couple, Karyn Kusama and Phil Hay.About Karyn KusamaKaryn Kusama was born on March 21, 1968 in Brooklyn, New York, USA as Karyn K. Kusama. She is a director and producer, known for The Invit...2021-12-2151 min
My Life In MoviesMy Life In Movies - Karyn KusamaKaryn Kusama is our guest on this week’s episode of My Life In Movies. Hear personal stories from Karyn’s life told through the lens of her favorite movies and moviegoing experiences. Featured movies: FANTASIA (1940), CREATURE FROM THE BLACK LAGOON (1954), VALLEY GIRL (1983), REDS (1981), SE7EN (1995), SAFE (1995), JEANNE DIELMAN 23 QUAI DU COMMERCE 1080 BRUXELLES (1975), COME AND SEE (1985), ARRIVAL (2016)2021-11-1530 min
Feito por ElasFeito por Elas #152 Garota InfernalEsse é o primeiro episódio do nosso Especial de Dia das Bruxas 2021, abordando o Garota Infernal (Jennifer's Body, 2009), dirigido por Karyn Kusama, roteirizado por Diablo Cody e protagonizado por Amanda Seyfried e Megan Fox. Conversamos sobre a mudança de percepção do público sobre o filme ao longo dos anos, as referências, a relação entre o corpo violado e o mal, a noção de amizade tóxica, além da trilha sonora, é claro. O programa é apresentado por Isabel Wittmann e Stephania Amaral.
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F...2021-10-1347 minFeito por ElasFeito por Elas #152 Garota InfernalEsse é o primeiro episódio do nosso Especial de Dia das Bruxas 2021, abordando o Garota Infernal (Jennifer's Body, 2009), dirigido por Karyn Kusama, roteirizado por Diablo Cody e protagonizado por Amanda Seyfried e Megan Fox. Conversamos sobre a mudança de percepção do público sobre o filme ao longo dos anos, as referências, a relação entre o corpo violado e o mal, a noção de amizade tóxica, além da trilha sonora, é claro. O programa é apresentado por Isabel Wittmann e Stephania Amaral.
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Faculty of HorrorEpisode 99. Be Our Guest: The Invitation (2015)
The table is set, the wine is poured and the time has come to take your seat at the table as we delve into Karyn Kusama’s The Invitation. From a history of dinner parties to the dynamics of grief, we’re serving up a once in a lifetime, four-course meal of analysis.
Class of 2021 Merch is here! Original art by Slutfocate
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REQUIRED READING
The Invitation. Dir. Karyn Kusama, 2015.
EXTRA CREDIT
Millennials have dinner parties, they just don’t call them that. Nisha Chittal’s anal...2021-09-271h 21Faculty of HorrorEpisode 99. Be Our Guest: The Invitation (2015)
The table is set, the wine is poured and the time has come to take your seat at the table as we delve into Karyn Kusama’s The Invitation. From a history of dinner parties to the dynamics of grief, we’re serving up a once in a lifetime, four-course meal of analysis.
Class of 2021 Merch is here! Original art by Slutfocate
Become a Patron!
Salem Horror Fest 2021 – tickets and info now available!
REQUIRED READING
The Invitation. Dir. Karyn Kusama, 2015.
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Millennials have dinner parties, they just don’t call them that. Nisha Chittal’s anal...2021-09-271h 21
Spielfilmen - Der filmographische PodcastKaryn Kusama - Teil 2 (2015-2018)Der #SummerofKusama endet leider bereits nach Episode 2 dieser Miniserie, hat uns Regisseurin Karyn Kusama doch bislang nur fünf Filme beschert. Aber was für Filme!
Der #SummerofKusama endet leider bereits nach Episode 2 dieser Miniserie, hat uns Regisseurin Karyn Kusama doch bislang nur fünf Filme beschert. Aber was für Filme! Kleineren Schwächen zum Trotz gruseln sich Dennis und Patrick begeistert durch den Low-Budget-Horror The Invitation (2015). Und auch Destroyer (2018) mit Nicole Kidman sorgt für mittelgroßen Enthusiasmus --und ja, zugegeben, auch für die ein oder andere Meinungsverschiedenheit. Als kleinen Bonus äußert Patrick auch noch drei Minut...2021-09-071h 30
Bahnhofskino - Der Filmpodcast von A bis SleazeSpielfilmen #21: Karyn Kusama 2015-2018 (The Invitation, Destroyer)Der #SummerofKusama endet leider bereits nach Episode 2 dieser Miniserie, hat uns Regisseurin Karyn Kusama doch bislang nur fünf Filme beschert. Aber was für Filme!
Der #SummerofKusama endet leider bereits nach Episode 2 dieser Miniserie, hat uns Regisseurin Karyn Kusama doch bislang nur fünf Filme beschert. Aber was für Filme! Kleineren Schwächen zum Trotz gruseln sich Dennis und Patrick begeistert durch den Low-Budget-Horror The Invitation (2015). Und auch Destroyer (2018) mit Nicole Kidman sorgt für mittelgroßen Enthusiasmus --und ja, zugegeben, auch für die ein oder andere Meinungsverschiedenheit. Als kleinen Bonus äußert Patrick auch noch drei Minut...2021-09-071h 30
Film SpillEpisode 7: Jennifer's Body (2009) and MASH with Aspen NelsonWelcome back to Film Spill: A Movie Night Podcast! This week, Chelsea and Jackie talk about Karyn Kusama and Diablo Cody’s cult classic, Jennifer’s Body (2009), with Onyx writer and producer, Aspen Nelson! Plus, Jackie predicts Aspen’s future through a game of MASH :)
Keep up with the short film Aspen is producing @sparkleshortfilm on Instagram
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CineNationJennifer's Body: The Filmography of Karyn Kusama"She's actually evil. Not high school evil." For Episode 174, Brandon and Thomas discuss the films of director Karyn Kusama, and why she was put in Movie Jail by Hollywood. Listen as we talk about her films like Girlfight, The Invitation, and the cult classic, Jennifer's Body. Contact Us: Facebook: @cinenation Instagram: @cinenationpodcast Twitter: @CineNationPod Medium: CineNation E-mail: cinenationpodcast@gmail.com2021-08-121h 42
Film SpillEpisode 4: The Invitation (2015) and Celebrity CompatibilityWelcome back to Film Spill: A Movie Night Podcast! In this episode, Chelsea and Jackie talk about Karyn Kusama’s thriller, The Invitation (2015), and test celebrity couple’s compatibility using an astrological calculator!
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The Invitation is available for rent on Google Play and Prime Video, as well as for free on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vwFSlzoWEfk (shhh!)
Timest...2021-08-051h 01
Bahnhofskino - Der Filmpodcast von A bis SleazeSpielfilmen #20: Karyn Kusama 2000-2009 (Girlfight, Æon Flux, Jennifer's Body)Die Euphorie bei der Aussicht auf zwei abendfüllende Gespräche über das Schaffen von Karyn Kusama ist ungleich zwischen den Herren Lohmi und Bastian verteilt.
Die Euphorie bei der Aussicht auf zwei abendfüllende Gespräche über das Schaffen von Karyn Kusama ist ungleich zwischen den Herren Lohmi und Bastian verteilt. Aber auch der Kusama-Skeptiker unter den beiden Co-Hosts kann sich nach einiger Zeit für das Schaffen der amerikanischen Regisseurin begeistern. Nun gut, Æon Flux (2005) einmal ausgenommen, auf den sich wohl niemand einen Reim machen kann. Dafür gibt es reichlich Schwärmereien zum Spielfilmdebüt Girlfight (2000) und dessen...2021-08-032h 06
Spielfilmen - Der filmographische PodcastKaryn Kusama - Teil 1 (2000-2009) mit Cheryl @MilkTeaWitchDie Euphorie bei der Aussicht auf zwei abendfüllende Gespräche über das Schaffen von Karyn Kusama ist ungleich zwischen den Herren Lohmi und Bastian verteilt.
Die Euphorie bei der Aussicht auf zwei abendfüllende Gespräche über das Schaffen von Karyn Kusama ist ungleich zwischen den Herren Lohmi und Bastian verteilt. Aber auch der Kusama-Skeptiker unter den beiden Co-Hosts kann sich nach einiger Zeit für das Schaffen der amerikanischen Regisseurin begeistern. Nun gut, Æon Flux (2005) einmal ausgenommen, auf den sich wohl niemand einen Reim machen kann. Dafür gibt es reichlich Schwärmereien zum Spielfilmdebüt Girlfight (2000) und dessen...2021-08-032h 06
An Invitation ProductionsA Conversation with Karyn KusamaIn the 7th (and likely final) bonus episode of the series, Jim Penola sits down for an extended talk with who else? Karyn Kusama. During their conversation from December 2020, Jim and Karyn –– often through the unavoidable-but-revealing lens of Covid –– discuss the ways THE INVITATION remains ahead of its time, as well as the way it thoughtfully addresses evergreen human dilemmas. Enjoy. | Shout-out to some of my lovely & amazing patrons: Rupa dasGupta, John Penola, Stephanie Pavlick, and Jane Penola. | Receive exclusive/uncut content, early access, and more at Patreon.com/jimpenola | Original Score by John Penola | Follow us on Twitter: @AnInvita...2021-07-061h 31
No Stranger To Horror0008 When Do You Leave A Dinner Party? - The Invitation (2015) feat. Anna JoThe Invitation (2015) was Karyn Kusama’s follow-up to Jennifer’s Body (2009) which turned out to be a masterfully done slow burn that is an anxious viewing with some seriously terrifying moments, but it feels like nobody saw it? Guest Anna Jo and I, discuss why this under the radar creepy film it’s a must watch with some serious after the pandemic vibes and filled with stunning performances that will keep you glued to the screen. Additionally, we tackle gaslighting, why this movie is a nightmare situation for both of us, casual horror fandom, needle drops in...2021-05-261h 38
The World Is Wrong...about Destroyer (2018) with Zack CarlsonZack Carlson joins the final installment of our month of KIdmania, to celebrate Nicole Kidman’s performance as a haunted shell of a woman in this modern LA noir from director Karyn Kusama. Directed by Karyn Kusama. Starring Nicole Kidman, Sebastian Stan, Scoot McNairy, Toby Huss & Bradley Whitford How is the world wrong about this movie? From Zack Carlson: Good humans agree that we need more unique, intelligent, grounded movies with strong female leads, yet the world largely ignored Karyn Kusama and Nicole Kidman’s perfectly structured ice cold vengeance masterpiece. The world is w...2021-03-301h 01
Vulgar AuteursEp. 044 - Kusama in ReviewWhat makes a Kusama flick? There are many elements to Karyn Kusama’s work, but one theme carries its own merit within her filmmaking. Catch Jason and Paco as they discuss the nuances of Kusama, as well as the struggles she has faced just to make both iconic, and interesting pieces in her career. Whether you like the movie or not, you can feel Kusama’s touch in each of her films.
We are also revealing what genre filmmaker we will be covering in our next series, and, goyim, are we more excited than ever.
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VideoScopeLos Harrow Pod 109: Karyn KusamaArlen and Eric discuss the first two films of longtime favorite Karyn Kusama.
Discussed: Girlfight, Æon Flux (2005), Jennifer’s Body, The Invitation, Destroyer
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The Director’s Cut - A DGA PodcastThe Little Things with Director John Lee Hancock and Karyn Kusama (Ep. 275)Director John Lee Hancock discusses his new film, The Little Things, with fellow director Karyn Kusama in a spoiler-filled virtual Q&A. The film follows Deputy Sheriff Joe "Deke" Deacon, who joins forces with Sgt. Jim Baxter to search for a serial killer terrorizing Los Angeles. The investigation uncovers disturbing secrets from Deacon’s past that could threaten more than the case.2021-02-0936 minVulgar AuteursEp. 039 - Girlfight (2000)Vulgar Auteurs is back with our latest series on the films of Karyn Kusama. And, guurrl, is Kusama off to a good start. The fellas talk about the struggles of blending a boxing story with the pathos of growing up as a troubled teen, as well as how Kusama drew a lot from her personal connections to implement into the story. Also discussed: how to shoot impactful fight scenes on a budget, gender constructs, Michelle Rodriquez killing it in her first ever on-screen performance, whether or not Harvey Feirstein gets confused with Harvey Weinstein, and how love stories sometimes work...2021-02-081h 22
I Love SplatterSplattercast episode 3: Jennifer's BodyIn which Amie and Adrienne discuss how Jennifer's Body (2009, Directed by Karyn Kusama) originally suffered from marketing gone bad, flipping opinions, the horror of being a teen girl, complicated BFF love, feminism, eating boys, and how PMS isn't real, Needy. It was made up by the boy-run media to make us seem crazy.
Related links:
She Kills Podcast (Shudder) with Karyn Kusama & Emily Deschanel:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/53B31Dig2VusCfcruS9dZJ?si=_64pz_igSMmA9KNBT8aWNQ
The Body in Jennifer's Body, The Greatest Movie Title of All Time - Jordan Cr...2020-11-271h 02
SILENCE!The SAVAGE BEAST #4The cult film podcast with Mat Colegate (aka Lord Nuneaton Savage) & Dan White (aka The Beast Must Die).The Savage Beast No.4: The B-Team or 'If I Were a Carpenter'In this fourth episode, we discuss the work of four notable contemporary genre directors Leigh Whannell, Adam Wingard, Karyn Kusama and Jim Mickle. Films discussed include: Upgrade (Leigh Whannell, 2018) Invisible Man (Leigh Whannell, 2020) The Guest (Adam Wingard, 2014) Blair Witch (Adam Wingard, 2016) The Invitation (Karyn Kusama, 2015) Destroyer (Karyn Kusama, 2018) Stake Land (Jim Mickle, 2010) In the Shadow of the...2020-08-261h 51
Film met Cineville#25 - Zomer in Cineville met Bacurau, Never Rarely Sometimes Always en Vitalina VarelaLauren tipt Bacurau, een film over corruptie en neokolonialisme waarin zoveel gestoorde dingen gebeuren dat 'ie eigenlijk de ultieme 2020-film is. Jesse vertelt over Vitalina Varela, een gelaagde film over de Afrikaanse diaspora in Lissabon. En Erik leefde mee met de 17-jarige Autumn in Never Rarely Sometimes Always. Verder hebben we het over onze favoriete sporthelden uit de filmgeschiedenis en bellen we met Kim van der Werff van Focus Filmtheater in Arnhem over het mysterie van de verdwenen George Clooney.Over deze films hadden we het:Bacurau (2020) - Kleber Mendonça Filho, Juliano Dornelles Vi...2020-07-0850 min
Frames and Fools: Film, Filmmakers, and Foolishness18 | ‘JENNIFER’S BODY’, THAT GOOD CAMP, & THAT BAD REPUTATIONLike many teenagers, ‘Jennifer’s Body’ (2009) was widely misunderstood, didn’t make much money, and claimed to have a lot more sex than it had. This was largely due to producer meddling (the film), marketing people completely out of touch with the intended audience (the film and teenagers in general), and nasty rumors that bogged down a good thing (both again). More recently hailed as an intriguing piece of queer horror and feminist dark comedy, ‘Jennifer’s Body’ came and went in the late 2000’s, largely seen (and ignored) as a cheap Megan Fox vehicle with scares and enough sex to shake a s...2020-07-061h 20
The KingcastCarrie with Karyn KusamaThe director of genre faves The Invitation and Jennifer's Body, Karyn Kusama, joins the boys to discuss Stephen King's very first novel and Brian De Palma's classic adaptation of it.2020-06-031h 13
The Film Flamers: A Horror Movie PodcastShooting the Flames Apr '20: Exorcisms, Chopping Malls, and... Porn?Hello, listeners! Grab your quarantini's and join us in social isolation as we respond to your comments and questions, bring you the latest horror news and trailers, and recommend (or warn) you about some of the movies we've seen over the last month. We sincerely hope all of you are happy and healthy given the circumstances. Let us know how you're doing and what you're watching on social media, or call us at 972-666-7733 and leave a voicemail!
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Max Von Sydow passed away: https://www.nbcnews.com/pop-culture/celebrity/max-von-sydow-actor-known-exorcist-game-thrones-dies-90-n1153036
Stuart Go...2020-04-061h 07
Talkin' Movies with Sam and RajEpisode 24: Dracula, Coronavirus, and Streaming RecommendationsOn this week's episode of Talkin' Movies, Sam and Raj discuss a couple of exciting stories in the world of horror, including Karyn Kusama helming a new Dracula project and the Ready or Not directors signing onto Scream. The guys also take a look at how the Coronavirus has impacted the film industry with release delays and production shutdowns. To remedy the lack of movies in theaters, Sam and Raj recommend a bunch of movies you can stream from the comfort of your own home.
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Karyn Kusama teams with Blumhouse to develop new...2020-03-161h 15
A Podcast Directed ByKaryn Kusama - Destroyer and Kusama's MasterpieceSadly, we have reached the end of Kusama month. On this episode, we take a look at her most recent film, DESTROYER, starring Nicole Kidman. Will this dirty, neo-noir, Bigelow inspired flick make its way onto the top of our lists?Speaking of those, at the end of this episode, we pick our favorites, bests, and masterpieces of Kusama. Is it the indie classic, GIRLFIGHT? The terrifying social anxiety of THE INVITATION? Or something else entirely? Find out!Our expert this month is critic and filmmaker, Scout Tafoya!Check them out...2020-02-2646 min
A Podcast Directed ByKaryn Kusama - The InvitationBack for more Kusama with one of her most critically respected films, THE INVITATION! Will Dave do a 180 on this now that he has seen more of her movies? Would you ever invite either of us to a dinner party? Listen in and make your choice!Our expert this month is critic and filmmaker, Scout Tafoya!Check them out on Twitter and Patreon!Follow us on TwitterLook at the pretty pictures on InstagramDonate to the show and get rewards on Patreon!...2020-02-1933 min
A Podcast Directed ByKaryn Kusama - Aeon FluxOk, we are back for more! Maybe the biggest challenge in Kusama's filmography, AEON FLUX. How can you talk about a movie that was taken away from a director on a director's podcast? Well, we give it our best shot. Weirdly, we also talk about The Matrix a bunch, so tune in to find out why!Our expert this month is critic and filmmaker, Scout Tafoya!Check them out on Twitter and Patreon!Follow us on TwitterLook at the pretty pictures on InstagramDonate...2020-02-0535 min
A Podcast Directed ByKaryn Kusama - GirlfightWe're back for a new month! We are back to Mike's choice, and you know what that means? A directors with a small filmography!That's right, we are taking a look at Karyn Kusama. We talk about our (lack of) experience with Kusama's work and then dive into her debut film, GIRLFIGHT! We also talk a lot about Lost, for some reason, but we eventually to the important stuff and talk about the movie.Our expert this month is critic and filmmaker, Scout Tafoya!Check them out on Twitter...2020-02-0137 min
ActionerActioner#12 : Les héroïnes d'actionerCe douzième numéro est tout particulier pour la première fois, ce n'est pas David qui en assure la présentation, mais Constance. En plus de ce changement d'hôte, nous accueillons aussi Océane et Aline, deux invitées exceptionnelles, qui viennent discourir avec nous autour de la place des femmes au sein du cinéma d'action.
Nous retraçons ensemble l'évolution et la place faite aux héroïnes dans un genre qui est dominé par des figures masculines, à travers une sélection de cinq de films :
Aliens de James Cameron2019-04-081h 56
The PlaylistThe Playlist Ep 88 - Karyn Kusama ('Destroyer') / 'Pagan Peak' / 'Lego Movie 2' / 'Sometimes Always Never'0:36 Destroyer / Great Nicole Kidman performances 6:40 Fiona's interview with Destroyer director Karyn Kusama 21:29 Pagan Peak, a new German series 25:05 What Have You Been Watching? - including The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part and Sometimes Always Never2019-03-2233 min
More In CommonKaryn Kusama /// Race…An American Blind Spot /// E039Karyn Kusama is an American film and television director. She made her feature film debut with the 2000 film Girlfight,[2] which she wrote, directed, and produced,[3]. She went on to direct the 2005 sci-fi action film Æon Flux, based on Peter Chung's animated series of the same name, and the 2009 cult horror comedy Jennifer's Body. She has recently worked as a television director.[4] In 2017 she directed a segment in the film XX, an all-female horror anthology. Her latest film is the 2018 crime thriller Destroyer, starring Nicole Kidman.
Topics we cover:
Family and career balance
Family tragedy and how it shaped her l...2019-03-141h 09
She KillsKaryn Kusama and Emily DeschanelKaryn Kusama (JENNIFER’S BODY, THE INVITATION, THE DESTROYER) talks with Emily Deschanel (BONES, BOOGEYMAN) about everything from the dated trope, Sex = Death, to learning how to become their own creative advocates and creating strong female characters.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2019-03-0138 min
Sinister SistersEp 3: Karyn Kusama & Kimberly PeirceToday we discuss Karyn Kusama (Jennifer's Body, The Invitation and XX) & Kimberly Peirce (Carrie Remake). Let us know if you have suggestions of women in horror you would like us to discuss next!2019-02-1849 min
On Location with Jared CowanEp. 7: Robert Foulkes at the Bowtie Project from "Destroyer"Our first episode about a brand new film focuses on the locations from Karyn Kusama's L.A. detective drama, DESTROYER. Location Manager Robert Foulkes joins us along the banks of the L.A. River at one of the film's main locales, the Bowtie Project. We discuss depicting L.A. in a way it's never been seen, working with Karyn Kusama, the misconceptions of a location manager's job, watching the mind-blowing stunts of "Terminator 2", and finding locations for little L.A. movie called "La La Land."2019-01-221h 01
The Movies That Made MeKaryn KusamaThe exceptionally talented Director/Writer/Producer Karyn Kusama (Destroyer, The Invitation, Girlfight) drops by the Crossroads of the World to discuss movies of Michael Ritchie with Josh and Joe.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2019-01-151h 20
The TreatmentKaryn Kusama, Phil Hay & Matt Manfredi: 'Destroyer'Karyn Kusama, Phil Hay & Matt Manfredi discuss female rage in "Destroyer."2019-01-1130 min
Bullseye with Jesse ThornKaryn Kusama, Director of "Destroyer"Jesse talks to Karyn Kusama, one of the most unique voices in film right now. She just directed the new film "Destroyer," it's a dark crime drama, told in mostly flashbacks. Karyn discusses why it's important to portray complex female characters in film and media. She also talks at length about "Jennifer's Body," which she directed in 2009. It was very funny and very scary. She'll tell us about the look book she drew inspiration from, and why she thinks the film struggled to find an audience when it was first released. Plus, how she finds pleasure in horror movies. And...2019-01-1132 min
The Big PictureTop Five L.A. Movies, Plus Karyn Kusama on ‘Destroyer’ | Interview (Ep. 116)
Chris Ryan joins the show to break down the latest news that the Oscars will be hosted by committee and share his top five Los Angeles films. Then, director Karyn Kusama joins the show to discuss ‘Destroyer’—her second movie with a distinct take on L.A.Host: Sean FennesseyGuests: Karyn Kusama, Chris Ryan
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2019-01-111h 15
The Director’s Cut - A DGA PodcastDestroyer with Karyn Kusama and Christopher Nolan (Ep. 182)Director Karyn Kusama discusses her film, Destroyer, with fellow director Christopher Nolan. The film stars Nicole Kidman as LAPD detective Erin Bell, whose undercover assignment when she was a young cop - the infiltration of a gang in the California desert - ended tragically. When the leader of that gang re-emerges years later, she seeks to finally lay to rest her personal demons from that case.
See photos and a summary of this event below:
https://www.dga.org/Events/2019/Jan2019/Destroyer_QnA_1218.aspx2018-12-1431 min
The AwardistGolden Globes nominations and ‘Destroyer’ director Karyn KusamaEW breaks down the Golden Globe nominations and other big announcements about the ceremony with Shana Naomi Krochmal, Devan Coggan and Kristen Baldwin, from hosts Sandra Oh and Andy Samberg to the biggest snubs and surprises in TV and film. Plus: ‘Destroyer’ director Karyn Kusama talks to Shana and Piya Sinha-Roy about her gritty Nicole Kidman film. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2018-12-1141 min
Test Pattern: A Horror Movie PodcastEpisode 90: Company's Coming - The Guest & The InvitationGodzilla level patron Jack (from Random Movie Roulette!) warns against who we invite in our homes with The Guest and The Invitation! Sources: The Guest (2014) Writer/director commentary The Invitation (2015) "Freedom of the Mind: Karyn Kusama on The Invitation" by Nick Allen, www.rogerebert.com "27 Things We Learned from Karyn Kusama's Commentary for The Invitation" by Rob Hunter, Film School Rejects2018-11-143h 16
The Director’s Cut - A DGA PodcastTully with Jason Reitman and Karyn Kusama (Ep. 140)Director Jason Reitman discusses his film with fellow director Karyn Kusama. The film stars Charlize Theron as a New York suburban mom whose life is slowly being drained away by the challenges of raising two kids and a newborn. When she is sent help in the form of a gifted night nanny named Tully, she is at first hesitant to accept the assistance but comes to form a unique bond with the thoughtful and surprising young woman.2018-05-2431 min
Let The Right Films InEp. 45 - Jennifer's Body and The Invitation (a Karyn Kusama double feature)To celebrate Women In Horror Month, Kayla gathered her co-hosts for a discussion of one of her favorite filmmakers: Karyn Kusama.
Together they discuss Kusama's career from Girlfight to Destroyer, taking some extra time to focus on the director's latest full-length genre works. The Jennifer's Body discussion begins in earnest around 14:22, and The Invitation talk starts at 53:55.
Resources:
http://www.mtv.com/news/podcasts/lady-problems/karyn-kusama/
http://www.indiewire.com/2017/02/karyn-kusama-horror-films-donald-trump-xx-1201783181/
https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/jennifers-body-2009
https://www.buzzfeed.com/adambvary/karyn-kusama-the-invitation-girlfight
http://www.vulture.com/2016/04/karyn-kusama-on-her-wild-thriller-the-invitation.html
https://www.vox.com/2016/4/9/11380334/the-invitation-review-interview-karyn-kusama
http://gamechanger-films.com/2018-03-0100 min
Bruce Lee Podcast#79 Peace of Mind“All in all, the goal of my planning and doing is to find the true meaning in life – peace of mind.” Achieving peace of mind was Bruce Lee’s ultimate goal. Peace of mind is something that we all desire, whether we know it or not. We want to feel peaceful so that we can enjoy life fully. Having peace of mind does not mean that you are removed from your everyday life, but instead you are living in a calm state while fully engaged in life. Shannon shares that she has, at times, a...2018-01-0344 min
Switchblade SistersNear Dark with Karyn KusamaThis week, April sits down with director Karyn Kusama (Girl Fight, Jennifer's Body, The Invitation) to discuss the Kathryn Bigelow vampire classic, Near Dark. The two marvel at Bigelow's mastery in crafting a vampire western, the amazing performance of Bill Paxton as the villainous Severen, and the elegant cinematography throughout the film. Plus, Karyn talks about her journey as a director from discovering Michelle Rodriguez for Girl Fight, to subverting genre expectations for Jennifer's Body. You can watch Karyn's most recent film The Invitation on Netflix. And if you haven't seen it yet, go watch Near Dar...2017-11-1641 min
Post Mortem with Mick GarrisKaryn Kusama & Jovanka VuckovicMick is joined by filmmakers Karyn Kusama & Jovanka Vuckovic for an in-depth discussion on women in horror and their latest movie, the female driven anthology, XX.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2017-03-1546 min
Bizarre StatesYe Who Smelt It with Karyn KusamaBowser and Jess are joined by special guest Karyn Kusama (The Invitation, XX)! They talk all about her films and the horror genre, another case of rectum smuggling, murder text and listener stories!2017-02-1654 min
Lady ProblemsKaryn KusamaThis week on “Lady Problems,” the MTV News podcast dedicated to pop culture’s treatment of women, Hazel Cills and Rachel Handler co-host alongside one of our favorite horror directors, Karyn Kusama. Kusama's directed Jennifer's Body, Girlfight, and last year's The Invitation; her new short film, part of a female horror anthology called XX, is out next week. We talk to Karyn about her Rosemary's Baby-esque short, the strange and singular trajectory of her career, the state of modern horror, and why being a woman is totally fucking terrifying.
Don't forget! Call us up with your Lady Problems at 205-677-5239 ...2017-02-0940 min
MTVLady Problems: Karyn KusamaThis week on “Lady Problems,” the MTV News podcast dedicated to pop culture’s treatment of women, Hazel Cills and Rachel Handler co-host alongside one of our favorite horror directors, Karyn Kusama. Kusama's directed Jennifer's Body, Girlfight, and last year's The Invitation; her new short film, part of a female horror anthology called XX, is out next week. We talk to Karyn about her Rosemary's Baby-esque short, the strange and singular trajectory of her career, the state of modern horror, and why being a woman is totally fucking terrifying.
Don't forget! Call us up with your Lady Problems at 205-677-5239 ...2017-02-0940 min
Enter The VoidS3E5: THE INVITATIONIf you think you've ever had an uncomfortable dinner party experience, well, THE INVITATION will remind you just how boring your life really is. The most contemporary film we've discussed on the show to date, Karyn Kusama's 2015 slow-burn seriocomic ensemble drama / psychological thriller is one worth seeing knowing as little as possible, but still an absorbing study of character and group dynamics even if you know where it's going. This week Renan and Bill are joined by Emily Gaudette of Inverse.com to talk about her interview with Kusama, other dinner party films, how we react to grief and trauma, a...2016-08-0354 min
Bret Easton Ellis PodcastB.E.E. - Karyn Kusama - 7/11/16Karyn Kusama and Bret Easton Ellis discuss The Invitation, Warren Beatty, Sundance ideology and being an artist in the studio system.
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2016-07-111h 23
Talkhouse PodcastJason Reitman with Karyn KusamaOn the latest episode of the Talkhouse Film podcast, Jason Reitman talks with fellow director Karyn Kusama, whose fine new film, The Invitation, is out now. Over the course of their fascinating and intimate conversation, Kusama and Reitman discuss misleading trailers, the impact of TV's golden age on cinema, the pros and cons of test screening, how parenthood affects their approach to filmmaking, the end of the world, and much more. For more filmmakers talking film and TV, visit Talkhouse Film at talkhouse.com/film.2016-05-0638 min
The Moment with Brian KoppelmanKaryn Kusama: 4/19/16Karyn Kusama is the director of four films including the Sundance award winning movie, Girlfight, and the recently released dinner party thriller, The Invitation - available now by clicking here. Today on the show, Karyn talks about the movies that influenced The Invitation (4:00), recognizing the strangeness in great works of art (11:00), and why men are afforded more opportunities than women in the movie making business (26:00). Plus, Brian and Karyn discuss how directing television keeps you creatively fit (38:00), how Karyn checks in with herself about the work she wants to be creating (42:00), and why, in adulthood, she's finally finding the strength in being a v...2016-04-1956 min
Killer POVKiller POV Ep. 138: The Invitation with Karyn KusamaThis week, join your hosts Rob Galluzzo (Blumhouse.com), Elric Kane (Inside Horror) and Rebekah McKendry (editor-in-chief at Blumhouse.com) as they welcome very special guest Karyn Kusama to the show! But first, the latest horrors! Elric checked out the movie 'They Look Like People,' just started Season 2 of 'Salem' on Netflix Instant and both him & Rob discuss the controversial season finale of 'The Walking Dead!' Bekah reports back from the Day Of The Dead convention and also saw 'Torso,' 'Edge Of Sanity,' 'Documentary Now' and 'Over Night.' Rob talks about the recently released 'Cherry...2016-04-081h 49
The Director’s Cut - A DGA PodcastEpisode 18: The Invitation with Karyn Kusama and Gil KenanDirector Karyn Kusama discusses her new film, The Invitation, with Director Gil Kenan. The film tells the story of an estranged couple who reunite at a dinner party following the death of their son. As the party continues, it becomes clear that something mysterious and terrifying may be going on.2016-04-0729 min
WSJ SpeakeasyDirector Karyn Kusama Discusses 'The Invitation'Director Karyn Kusama joins Christopher John Farley for a conversation about today's film culture, the importance of diversity in cinema, and her much buzzed-about new thriller, "The Invitation." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2016-04-0517 min
Trick or Treat RadioTorTR #191 - Damn Dirty PillowOn the ginormous Episode 191 of Trick or Treat Radio we are lucky to be joined by two of the coolest cats around! First up we hang out with Director/Producer/Writer Jack Bennett to talk about his work on the latest Anthrax video and a bunch of other nerdy stuff. Then we connect up with Film for Thought’s own Joe Dicanio to review the 2015 thriller from Drafthouse Films and Director Karyn Kusama, The Invitation! There are also tons of great voicemails from our listeners, arguments and the return of Dynamo in studio! So slip on your favorite 90's concert t...2016-03-254h 00
Trick or Treat RadioTorTR #191 - Damn Dirty PillowSend us a textOn the ginormous Episode 191 of Trick or Treat Radio we are lucky to be joined by two of the coolest cats around! First up we hang out with Director/Producer/Writer Jack Bennett to talk about his work on the latest Anthrax video and a bunch of other nerdy stuff. Then we connect up with Film for Thought’s own Joe Dicanio to review the 2015 thriller from Drafthouse Films and Director Karyn Kusama, The Invitation! There are also tons of great voicemails from our listeners, arguments and the return of Dynamo in studio! So sl...2016-03-254h 00