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The Directors Series PodcastJoel & Ethan Coen | The Breakout ClassicsThis episode from THE DIRECTORS SERIES VAULT dives into the films of Joel and Ethan Coen, affectionately known as the Coen Brothers, covering their pair of mainstream breakthrough works in the late 90's: FARGO (1996) and THE BIG LEBOWSKI (1998).
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Presented by FilmFrontier Studios, THE DIRECTORS SERIES is a video podcast hosted by filmmaker Cameron Beyl that explores the craft and careers of influential filmmakers. Cited by Indiewire as a "significant con...
2025-10-0818 minThe Directors Series PodcastPaul Thomas Anderson | Portraits of PowerThis episode from THE DIRECTORS SERIES VAULT dives back into the films of Paul Thomas Anderson, covering his monumental pair of epic character studies, THERE WILL BE BLOOD (2007) AND THE MASTER (2012).
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Presented by FilmFrontier Studios, THE DIRECTOR SERIES 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 SER...
2025-09-0323 minThe Directors Series PodcastGreta Gerwig Grows UpThis episode of THE DIRECTORS SERIES PODCAST explores Greta Gerwig's unique ability to fuse the intimately personal with the universal experience of growing up. Through an in-depth look at LADY BIRD, LITTLE WOMEN, and BARBIE, host Cameron Beyl breaks down the inspiring career trajectory of a vital new filmmaker who came from humble origins to conquer Hollywood... by simply being herself.
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Presented by FilmFrontier Studios, THE DIRECTOR SERIES is a video podcast hosted by filmmaker Cameron Beyl that explores the...
2025-08-2034 minThe Directors Series PodcastPaul Thomas Anderson | The California ChroniclesThis episode from THE DIRECTORS SERIES VAULT examines director Paul Thomas Anderson’s BOOGIE NIGHTS (1997) and MAGNOLIA (1999)- a pair of sprawling ensemble-based pictures that heralded his arrival as a major new voice in American cinema.
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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 contr...
2025-08-0625 minThe 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.
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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 minThe 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).
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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 minThe 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.
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Presented by FilmFrontier Studios, THE DIRECTOR SERIES PODCAST is a video podcast hosted by filmmaker Cameron Beyl that explores the craf...
2025-06-1828 minThe 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).
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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 minThe 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).
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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 minThe 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.
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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 minThe 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).
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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 minThe 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)
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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 minThe 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).
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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 minThe Directors Series PodcastKelly Reichardt's Feminine FrontiersThis episode of THE DIRECTORS SERIES PODCAST examines Kelly Reichardt's singular viewpoint on the archetypes and lived realities of the American West. Host Cameron Beyl breaks down three of Reichardt's films — FIRST COW, MEEK'S CUTOFF, and CERTAIN WOMEN — in a bid to navigate the rich-counter history behind our national frontier myths.
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2025-03-0529 minThe 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 minThe 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 minThe Directors Series PodcastPodcast 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 minThe Directors Series PodcastSHORT CUTS: Christmastime In The CityJoin host Cameron Beyl as he dives into the archives of The Directors Series to bring together three special segments highlighting films that use the backdrop of New York City at Christmastime. Let the bitter cold of Inside Llewyn Davis, the twinkling mystery of Eyes Wide Shut, and the dry comedy of A Very Murray Christmas lead you into the holiday season!
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2024-12-1634 minThe 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.
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2024-11-1838 minThe 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.
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2024-10-2144 minThe 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.
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2024-09-1642 minThe Directors Series PodcastSHORT CUTS: "Somewhere" (2010)This episode of SHORT CUTS continues the theme of “Hollywood Plays Itself” with a breakdown of 2010’s SOMEWHERE, Sofia Coppola’s minimalist study of celebrity burnout. Set within the Sunset Strip’s famed Chateau Marmont, Coppola’s fourth feature film exposes the banality and emptiness underneath the so-called glitz and glamor of movie stardom.
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2024-08-2611 minThe Directors Series PodcastSHORT CUTS: "Boogie Nights" (1997)This episode of SHORT CUTS continues the theme of “Hollywood Plays Itself” with a breakdown of 1997’s BOOGIE NIGHTS, Paul Thomas Anderson’s rollicking and lurid chronicle of a very different side of the film industry at a pivotal time in its history.
2024-08-1213 minThe Directors Series PodcastSHORT CUTS: "Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood" (2019)This episode of SHORT CUTS continues the theme of “Hollywood Plays Itself” with a breakdown of 2019’s ONCE UPON A TIME… IN HOLLYWOOD, Quentin Tarantino’s revisionist celebration of the magic of the movies.
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2024-07-2932 minThe Directors Series PodcastSHORT CUTS: "Barton Fink" (1991)SHORT CUTS is a special segment of THE DIRECTORS SERIES PODCAST that draws from the vast library of existing Directors Series media to bring you bite-sized chunks of film theory and analysis on your favorite films. This episode -- the first entry in this month's theme of "Hollywood Plays Itself" -- breaks down 1991’s BARTON FINK, Joel and Ethan Coen’s absurd Tinseltown satire and love letter to the Golden Age of filmmaking.
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2024-07-1510 minThe Directors Series PodcastShort Cuts (Teaser)A teaser for SHORT CUTS, a special segment of THE DIRECTORS SERIES PODCAST.
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