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Battleship Pretension925. Flops w/ Rico GaglianoDavid and Scott Nye are joined by Rico Gagliano from the MUBI podcast to discuss flops.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2025-03-241h 16
MUBI PodcastGRAND THEFT HAMLET — How Shakespeare’s Danish prince conquered the moviesGRAND THEFT HAMLET tells the radical tale of a band of artists who stage a virtual production of Shakespeare’s Hamlet inside the online video game Grand Theft Auto. But it’s hardly the first time filmmakers have messed with Shakespeare’s great Dane.Host Rico Gagliano learns the history of Hamlet on screen, with help from the movie’s cocreators, Pinny Grylls and Sam Crane, director Michael Almereyda (HAMLET 2000), and Rico’s own playwright father.GRAND THEFT HAMLET is now streaming exclusively on MUBI worldwide.To stream some of the films we'v...2025-03-0625 min
FilmspottingGladiator II w/Rico Gagliano, Moana 2, The Seed of the Sacred FigMUBI’s Rico Gagliano joins Adam and Josh for a review of Ridley Scott’s GLADIATOR II, plus Josh’s take on MOANA 2 and Adam on the new political thriller from Iranian director Mohammad Rasoulof, THE SEED OF THE SACRED FIG. This episode is presented by Regal Unlimited, the all-you-can-watch movie subscription pass that pays for itself in just two visits.(Timecodes will not be precise with ads; chapters may start early.)Opening (00:00:00-00:02:49)MUBI's Box Office Poison (00:03:34-00:09:45)Review: “Gladiator II” (00:09:46-00:43:14)Next Week, Notes (00:43:14-00:46:19)Polls...2024-11-271h 10
MUBI PodcastRiz Ahmed channels Yann Mounir Demange in DAMMIOscar-winning actor/producer Riz Ahmed (SOUND OF METAL) and acclaimed UK director Yann Mounir Demange (’71, TOP BOY) tell host Rico Gagliano about treading the line between truth and fiction in DAMMI—Demange’s semi-autobiographical short about an angry young man trying to come to terms with his identity, his dad, and his birthplace: Paris.DAMMI is now streaming exclusively on MUBI worldwide. More films from Riz Ahmed are also available to stream in many countries.God is A DJ - you can listen to the song R...2024-07-1820 min
MUBI PodcastPERFECT DAYS — Wim Wenders cures his post-pandemic bluesLegendary filmmaker Wim Wenders returns to the show to tell host Rico Gagliano about his Cannes-winning, Oscar-nominated PERFECT DAYS—the story of a Tokyo toilet cleaner who finds joy in routine. They also get into a few of Wenders’s favorite things: Japan, travel, Nina Simone, and having time on his hands.PERFECT DAYS will stream exclusively on MUBI in the UK, India, Turkey, and Latin America starting April 12, and the film continues to show in cinemas in the UK & Ireland.To stream more Wenders classics, check out our series "Wim Wenders: King...2024-04-1125 min
UnspooledLost In Translation w/ Rico GaglianoThis week, Paul is gone, but Amy is joined by fellow film critic and podcast host, Rico Gagliano (MUBI Podcast). The two break down the 2003 Sofia Coppola classic, Lost in Translation, starring Scarlett Johansson and Bill Murray. They dig into the themes of alienation and loneliness in the film, the visual style of Sofia Coppola, and how she has noted that this movie could never get made today. Plus as a special treat, Amy finds and shares a little-known Sofia Coppola Comedy Central show. You can listen to more of Rico Gagliano and the M...2024-04-111h 16Battleship Pretension887. Film and Fashion with Rico GaglianoDavid and Scott Nye are joined by MUBI Podcast host Rico Gagliano to discuss the history of film and fashion.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2024-03-181h 07
MUBI PodcastBREATHLESS — Jean Seberg & Jean-Luc Godard dress down film and fashionIn 1959, a brash critic-turned-filmmaker named Jean-Luc Godard cast movie star Jean Seberg in his first film, BREATHLESS. You probably know it revolutionized movies, but it also had a big impact on fashion, onscreen and off—by seeming like it wasn’t even trying. With the help of historians and critics, host Rico Gagliano decodes Seberg’s “French Girl” style…and also gives you a peek into his ’70s disco wardrobe. Seriously.Season 5, titled Tailor Made, dives deep into the worlds of film and fashion. Each episode tackles a landmark movie that captured a major fashion look of an era...2024-01-2532 min
The Cinematologists PodcastFilm Podcasting w/ Rico Gagliano from The Mubi PodcastA special for cinephiles and podphiles this week as we welcome the superb critic and broadcaster Rico Gagliano. Rico's official title is the Head of Audio at Mubi but it's his creative direction and voice that is the driving force of The Mubi Podcast. Indeed, the notion of creative auteurism is just one of the many topics covered in the in-depth conversation with Dario.
We discuss a little of his background – his cinephile origin story – becoming a critic and moving into radio - his role at MUBI – the process and inspirations behind The Mubi Podcast – How the company...2023-11-041h 29
MUBI PodcastPASSAGES — Ira Sachs's "endless circle of desire""Let's just say I wanted to make a liberated film. I felt like...am I allowed to say 'f*** it?' Like, 'f*** it.'" So says legendary indie filmmaker Ira Sachs about PASSAGES, his seriously sexy Sundance hit about an insatiable artist in a messy modern love triangle.In this special episode, Sachs tells host Rico Gagliano how his all-star cast (Ben Whishaw, Franz Rogowski, and Adele Exarchopoulos) liberated their characters, and why he and Hollywood are on the outs.PASSAGES opens in theaters on August 4 in New York and Los Angeles...2023-08-0322 min
MUBI PodcastCannes Conversations — Ildiko Enyedi on short cinemaOscar-nominated Hungarian filmmaker Ildiko Enyedi is celebrated for her bold, unclassifiable features (like the Cannes-winning sci-fi MY 20TH CENTURY). But at this year’s Cannes she trained her eye on smaller-scale visions: She helmed the jury picking the festival’s best short films.Enyedi tells host Rico Gagliano about her own whimsical shorts, her optimism for the future of the form, and fangirls out on fellow master Ruben Östlund’s first, one-shot foray into cinema.Every May, the population of sleepy Cannes, France triples — as film pros and cinephiles from around the globe convene for the two-we...2023-07-0611 min
MUBI PodcastCannes Conversations — Filipa Reis on privilege and empowermentAt Cannes, celebrated Portuguese directing duo Filipa Reis and Joao Miller Guerra debuted LEGUA — a movie about a housekeeper tending to an empty country estate… and the sacrifices she’s willing to make for work and friendship.Reis tells host Rico Gagliano about turning the camera on her own privilege, the joys and challenges of tag-team directing, and an ’80s Portuguese pop track that’s one of the keys to her main character.Every May, the population of sleepy Cannes, France triples — as film pros and cinephiles from around the globe convene for the two-week movie-thon c...2023-07-0416 min
MUBI PodcastCannes Conversations — Joanna Arnow watches (wryly) from a distanceFilmmaker Joanna Arnow’s shorts and docs are funny, fearless looks at people at their most excruciatingly vulnerable — especially herself. In her debut feature THE FEELING THAT THE TIME FOR DOING SOMETHING HAS PASSED, she ratchets up the deadpan humor to tell the story of a woman navigating the alternately mundane and surreal worlds of work, family…and BDSM relationships.Arnow sits down with host Rico Gagliano to talk about her characters’ crossed wires, why pouring soup is funny, and what happens when you cast your parents as themselves.Every May, the population of sleepy Cannes, F...2023-06-2912 min
MUBI PodcastCannes Conversations — With OMEN, Baloji clears his nameBelgian rapper-turned-auteur Baloji was born in the Democratic Republic of Congo — where for some, his name literally means “demon.” So it’s no surprise that his mind-bending first feature OMEN is all about characters society considers cursed. Baloji tells host Rico Gagliano about this kaleidoscopic debut, the pressures of competition at Cannes, and the scene in PULP FICTION that broke his brain.Every May, the population of sleepy Cannes, France triples — as film pros and cinephiles from around the globe convene for the two-week movie-thon called the Cannes Film Festival. For the fourth season of the MUBI Podc...2023-06-2716 min
MUBI PodcastCannes Conversations — Elene Naveriani on their stealth punk heroineIn their sophomore feature BLACKBIRD BLACKBIRD BLACKBERRY, Georgian-born filmmaker Elene Naveriani tells the story of a middle-aged virgin in a small Georgian town who dares to start living the life she feels like leading — gossips and the patriarchy be damned. Naveriani tells host Rico Gagliano about the movie’s big little moments, its “instinctive feminist” hero, and what powdered soap says about Georgian society.Every May, the population of sleepy Cannes, France triples — as film pros and cinephiles from around the globe convene for the two-week movie-thon called the Cannes Film Festival. For the fourth season of t...2023-06-2216 min
MUBI PodcastCannes Conversations — Weston Razooli lets his kids go wildL.A. filmmaker Weston Razooli’s debut feature RIDDLE OF FIRE is like if THE GOONIES were directed by Francois Truffaut — a tale of three modern kids on an old-fashioned adventure in the woods, facing down a family of witches. Razooli tells host Rico Gagliano about his D&D-soaked childhood in Utah, how he cast the kids… and the afterparty following the film’s Cannes premiere, which sounds as magical — and kinda dangerous — as his movie.Every May, the population of sleepy Cannes, France triples — as film pros and cinephiles from around the globe convene for the two-week movie...2023-06-2013 min
MUBI PodcastCannes Conversations — Monia Chokri on THE NATURE OF LOVEQuebecois actor and director Monia Chokri is a Cannes regular — who in her films, regularly returns to her favorite themes: Very smart women having a very hard time figuring out relationships. Host Rico Gagliano stole a few minutes with her at this year’s Cannes to try and figure out why — and to learn about her charmer of a dramedy THE NATURE OF LOVE, one of the hits of the festival.MUBI Podcast Season 4 — Conversations At Cannes: Every May, the population of sleepy Cannes, France triples — as film pros and cinephiles from around the globe convene for the two-we...2023-06-1510 min
MUBI PodcastCannes Conversations — Kleber Mendonça Filho watches movie palaces disappearIn 2019, Brazil's Kleber Mendonça Filho won the Jury Prize at Cannes with his co-directed movie BACURAU. This year he returned to the fest to premiere a documentary about movies. Or more specifically, about the places we watch them.In the second installment of our mini-season of conversations taped on location at Cannes '23, Filho tells host Rico Gagliano about PICTURES OF GHOSTS. It's his look back at the movie palaces in his home town of Recife, and how he's come to terms with how they — and lots of beloved city spaces — inevitably vanished.Every May, the...2023-06-1319 min
MUBI PodcastCannes Conversations — Wim Wenders on ANSELMTo kick off our mini-season of conversations taped on location at the 2023 Cannes film festival, host Rico Gagliano meets up with legendary director Wim Wenders (Buena Vista Social Club; Paris, Texas). The subject of their conversation: Wenders' new 3D documentary Anselm, which plunges the audience into the work of German fine artist Anselm Kiefer. Wenders explains why he loves making art about artists, and how Kiefer’s dark, often confrontational pieces...are actually childlike.Every May, the population of sleepy Cannes, France triples—as film pros and cinephiles from around the globe convene for t...2023-06-0812 minBattleship Pretension843. Best Needle Drops Ever w/ Rico Gagliano & Sean IngramDavid and Scott Nye are joined by Rico Gagliano of the MUBI Podcast and our old friend Sean Ingram to discuss some of the best movie needle drops ever.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2023-05-161h 36
MUBI PodcastFERRIS BUELLER to WOLF OF WALL STREET — Cinema's top music supervisors break down their greatest hitsWe wrap up our season on great needle drops with an interview mixtape. Host Rico Gagliano talks to three legendary music supervisors about their iconic pairings of music and image...a bunch of which likely provided the soundtrack to some part of your life.Featuring Randall Poster (KIDS, THE WOLF OF WALL STREET, SUMMER OF SOUL), Margaret Yen (JUNO), and the late John Hughes's go-to music guy Tarquin Gotch—who helped FERRIS BUELLER twist and shout on his infamous day off.The third season of the MUBI Podcast, titled “Needle on the Record,” dives into the un...2023-05-1143 min
MUBI PodcastBLACKBOARD JUNGLE — Hollywood's first rumble with rock ‘n’ rollIn his gritty ’55 flick BLACKBOARD JUNGLE, director Richard Brooks introduced a wide audience to Sidney Poitier, the harsh world of inner-city schools...and a genre of music called "rock ‘n’ roll."Host Rico Gagliano tells the story of Bill Haley's "Rock Around the Clock"—cinema's first rock needle drop—with the help of music detective and author Jim Dawson, film writer Anna Ariadne Knight, and actor Peter Ford...the Hollywood kid who may have accidentally started the rock-n-roll era.The third season of the MUBI Podcast, titled “Needle on the Record,” dives into the unifying power of movie...2023-05-0433 min
MUBI PodcastCHUNGKING EXPRESS — Wong Kar Wai puts "Dreams" on the menuShot on a shoestring in six wild weeks, CHUNGKING EXPRESS is the movie that put legendary Hong Kong filmmaker Wong Kar Wai on the international map—along with his star, pop diva Faye Wong...and her Cantonese cover of The Cranberries's hit "Dreams."Host Rico Gagliano learns how the song, the director, and the singer all came together to capture Hong Kong at a moment of anxiety and hope—and how the tune still unites people in karaoke bars across Asia. Featuring Cranberries guitarist Noel Hogan, Hong Kong-born indiepop star Emma-Lee Moss (aka Emmy The Great), Variety and...2023-04-2734 min
MUBI PodcastCLOSE — Lukas Dhont's Quietly Powerful Coming-of-Age MovieIn his Oscar-nominated CLOSE, filmmaker Lukas Dhont uses the sparest dialogue, the gentlest music, and the most pastoral of images...to tell a shattering story about the brutal ways society turns boys into men.We're taking a mid-season break from our series on movie music to bring you this candid interview with Dhont—in which he tells host Rico Gagliano how he writes like a dancer, why this quiet film is intended as a loud political statement, and what it has in common with James Cameron's TITANIC.CLOSE is streaming exclusively on MUBI st...2023-04-2018 min
MUBI PodcastTHE HARDER THEY COME — Reggae catches fire on filmIn 1972, director Perry Henzell set a gritty crime thriller in Jamaica's exploding, politically charged music scene, and came up with THE HARDER THEY COME—the cult-movie spark that started reggae music's slow burn around the world.Host Rico Gagliano tells the story of a film and a soundtrack that inspired rebels and rockers from the Clash to Willie Nelson. Guests include Henzell's daughter Justine, UK music writer Lloyd Bradley, and Paul Douglas—drummer and bandleader of reggae legends The Maytals.The third season of the MUBI Podcast, titled “Needle on the Record,” dives into the unifying...2023-04-1340 min
MUBI PodcastDONNIE DARKO — Richard Kelly makes the ultimate ‘80s mixtapeIn 2001, writer/director Richard Kelly's genre-busting rookie feature DONNIE DARKO crashed and burned at the box office. But it almost immediately rose from the ashes to become one of the first cult hits of the 21st century...and it took the music of '80s band Tears for Fears along for the ride.Host Rico Gagliano tells this twisty tale with the help of Kelly, star Jena Malone (THE HUNGER GAMES), and the film's composer Michael Andrews—whose stripped-down cover of Tears's "Mad World" became maybe the most unlikely smash hit in UK history. 2023-04-0643 min
MUBI Podcast2001: A SPACE ODYSSEY — Stanley Kubrick finds heavenly music on vinylIn 1968, Stanley Kubrick’s sci-fi epic 2001: A SPACE ODYSSEY pushed movies light years into the future. It pioneered the use of special effects, makeup, sound design…and needle drops.For the season debut of our audio documentary series, host Rico Gagliano tells the story of the now-legendary classical tracks Kubrick dropped into his space movie—something the director did against the advice of just about everybody, and to the detriment of at least two composers’ mental and physical health. It’s an epic tale about an epic film, featuring guests like Kubrick’s longtime executive producer Jan Harlan....2023-03-3042 min
The Atlas Obscura PodcastThe Westgate with Rico GaglianoRico Gagliano, host of the MUBI podcast, takes listeners to The Westgate Movie Theater in Minneapolis for a story about a movie that flopped terribly when it was released that changed the course of the theater’s history.Listen to the MUBI Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mubi-podcast/id1569229544
2023-02-0215 min
MUBI PodcastWith TÁR, Todd Field makes a power playThe multiple-Oscar-nominated psychodrama TÁR is the story of a compulsive, privileged leader who abuses her power. In this special episode of the MUBI Podcast, writer/director Todd Field tells host Rico Gagliano why he set that story in a concert hall instead of the halls of politics.Also up for discussion: Cate Blanchett’s small miracles, why Field prefers marathons to sprints, and his mentor Stanley Kubrick’s biggest fear.TÁR is now showing in theaters in many countries and is available to stream on Peacock in the United States.MU...2023-02-0121 min
MUBI PodcastIn AFTERSUN, Charlotte Wells lets Queen and Bowie tell the storyCharlotte Wells's wildly acclaimed feature-length debut AFTERSUN follows a father and daughter on a vacation where much is implied but little is said...unless you listen close to the soundtrack.In this special bonus episode, Wells tells host Rico Gagliano about the '80s and '90s-era needle drops that pepper the film, from Bran Van 3000 to the accidental discovery of a Queen track that suddenly spoke volumes. They also dive into the movie’s subtle performances, and try to unpack why this intimate, bittersweet story is pulling in audiences from Gen Z to Barack Obama.2023-01-0525 minBattleship Pretension821. 2022 Sight & Sound Poll with Rico GaglianoDavid and Scott Nye are joined by Rico Gagliano to discuss the 2022 Sight & Sound Poll.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2022-12-121h 12
MUBI PodcastPark Chan-wook finds DECISION TO LEAVE in “The Mist”In 1972, a lush pop ballad called "The Mist" swirled out of radios all over South Korea. Fifty years later, master auteur Park Chan-wook has taken it as the main inspiration for his celebrated new thriller-romance DECISION TO LEAVE.In this special episode of the award-winning MUBI Podcast, Park tells host Rico Gagliano about the song's influence on the film, unveils the musical inspiration for a possible future project...and explains why his action sequences always seem to leave his characters breathless.DECISION TO LEAVE is showing in select US and UK cinemas, and...2022-12-0820 min
The TreatmentEmily Bode, Rico Gagliano and a ‘Wild’ TreatThis week on The Treatment, Elvis welcomes menswear designer Emily Bode, whose work showcases vintage materials and techniques. Next, MUBI Podcast host Rico Gagliano talks about the second season of his podcast and its focus on old movie theaters. And finally, for The Treat, writer-director Ron Shelton talks about a Sam Peckinpah film he first watched as a young baseball player, whose themes have resonated in his work as a filmmaker.2022-09-0358 min
The Best Advice ShowGO TO BURNING MAN (literally or metaphorically) with Rico GaglianoRico Gagliano is the host/writer/editor of the MUBI Podcast.---Choose the Bigger Life with Gretchen Rubin---Leave Zak your advice by calling 844-935-BEST---IG: @bestadviceshowhome: bestadvice.show Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.
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MUBI PodcastZanzibar's Majestic, the last cinema standing (feat. Nick Broomfield)"Only in Theaters" concludes with the cautionary tale of the Majestic. Africa's island region of Zanzibar used to be movie crazy — but today just one cinema remains: The Majestic, a 1950s-era building with roots that go back even further.Host Rico Gagliano speaks to folks around the world about the wild glory days of Zanzibar's cinema culture, why it's now on the brink of extinction...and then takes hope from an itinerant film programmer 6000 miles away in Amsterdam. Featuring celebrated documentarian Nick Broomfield (KURT & COURTNEY, MARIANNE & LEONARD: WORDS OF LOVE).The second season of the MU...2022-08-1131 minBattleship Pretension803. Movie Theater Memories with Rico GaglianoTyler and David are joined by Rico Gagliano from the MUBI Podcast to reminisce and share some of their favorite movie theater memories.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2022-08-091h 30
Hyperbole: The Best Podcast EverThe Best Homie Hopper EverIn this episode: a crimefighting cat, caffeinated cookies, Besties fallout, Lauri Anne Peaches, kind strangers, old friends, arugula, a very fancy flight club, camouflaging gas, foisting, fahhhting, the scourge of broccolini, plural nouns, Today in Yiddish, Kholesterol with a K, the return of #hashtag, #bamarush, sports news, homie hopping, a Willie Wonka-esque emergency, an embarrassment of reality riches, where's your head at on #LoveIslandUSA, science on #SeekingSisterWife, cinema around the world, Turkish Delight, local foot race drama, and an interview with the best film podcaster and cinema expert ever, MUBI star Rico Gagliano! 2022-08-0956 min
90 Minutes Or Less Film FestGroove with Rico GaglianoSam Clements is curating a fictional film festival. He'll accept almost anything, but the movie must not be longer than 90 minutes. This is the 90 Minutes Or Less Film Fest podcast.
In episode 85 Sam is joined by podcaster Rico Gagliano, head of audio at MUBI, and man behind the MUBI Podcast.
Rico has chosen Groove (86 mins) from 2000. Directed by Greg Harrison, the film stars Hamish Linklater, Denny Kirkwood, DJ Digweed, and Nick Offerman.
Sam and Rico discuss the origin of the Dinner Party Download podcast, San Francisco rave culture in the late nineties, and w...2022-07-2946 min
MUBI PodcastThe Dryden Theatre's Nitrate Picture Show explodes our view of movie historyFor the first half-century of cinema, most movies were made and printed on nitrate film. Problem: it easily decomposes, it's easily combustible, and once it's on fire, you can't put it out. Only a few theaters on Earth can safely screen nitrate prints...and only one has an annual festival dedicated to the format: The George Eastman Museum's Dryden Theatre in Rochester, New York with its Nitrate Picture Show.To understand why it's important to screen these original treasures in an age of digital — and the incredible effort it takes to pull it off — Rico Gagliano travels both...2022-07-2834 min
The Last Thing I SawEp. 130: Rico Gagliano and Eric Hynes on Memorable Moviehouses and Recent ViewingRico Gagliano and Eric Hynes on Memorable Moviehouses and More
Welcome to The Last Thing I Saw. I’m your host, Nicolas Rapold. Recently, the MUBI Podcast launched a new season of episodes, "Only in Theaters," about the way certain films and moviehouses have intertwined histories, such as the Elgin in New York and the midnight movie phenomenon. So I invited Rico Gagliano, the host of the acclaimed MUBI Podcast, and Eric Hynes, curator of film at Museum of the Moving Image, to talk about some stand-out cinemas—both historic and personally meaningful. Our chat ranges from the Cinematheque francaise and...2022-07-211h 01
The Film Stage PresentsEp. 478 – Elvis (with Rico Gagliano)Welcome, one and all, to the latest episode of The Film Stage Show! Today, Brian Roan and Robyn Bahr are joined by Rico Gagliano (host/writer/editor of the MUBI Podcast) to discuss Baz Luhrmann's Elvis, now in theaters.
Enter our giveaways, get access to our private Slack channel, and support new episodes by becoming a Patreon contributor. For a limited time, all new Patreon supporters will receive a free Blu-ray/DVD. After becoming a contributor, e-mail podcast@thefilmstage.com for an up-to-date list of available films.
The Film Stage Show is supported by MUBI, a curated streaming service showcasing...2022-07-212h 12
MUBI PodcastLondon's Scala Cinema becomes "A country club for lunatics" (feat. Mary Harron and Peter Strickland)In the grey Thatcher-era England of the '80s, a romantically dilapidated London movie palace called The Scala beckoned to England's subcultures — and influenced filmmakers from Christopher Nolan to Steve McQueen.Host Rico Gagliano learns the wild, seedy, and ultimately poignant history of what John Waters called, "A country club for lunatics." Special guests include directors Mary Harron (AMERICAN PSYCHO), Peter Strickland (BERBERIAN SOUND STUDIO) and Prano Bailey-Bond (CENSOR), plus film producer and Scala founder Stephen Woolley (MONA LISA, THE CRYING GAME), and Financial Times film critic Danny Leigh.The second season of the MUBI Po...2022-07-2142 min
MUBI PodcastHAROLD AND MAUDE find new life at The WestgateHal Ashby's HAROLD AND MAUDE debuted to generally poor reviews, and worse box office. But in suburban Minneapolis, a humble second-run neighborhood theater called The Westgate found the film an audience...and helped turn it into one of the biggest cult hits of all time.Host Rico Gagliano gets the story from HAROLD AND MAUDE producer Charles Mulvehill — one of the few living members of the film's creative team — and an endearing cast of local characters who, back in 1972, found themselves part of a one-in-a-million phenomenon.To celebrate our new season of the podcast, we’re part...2022-07-1438 min
MUBI PodcastThe Cinémathèque Française launches two revolutionsIn 1940s France, a little 50-seat cinema opened that would launch one revolution on international movie screens...and arguably a second one in the streets of Paris. Host Rico Gagliano delves into the wild history of the Cinémathèque Française and its legendary founder, Henri Langlois.Featuring interviews with directors Barbet Schroeder (BARFLY, REVERSAL OF FORTUNE) and Luc Moullet (BRIGITTE ET BRIGITTE), plus New Yorker writer Louis Menand, Amy Nicholson of the podcast "Unspooled" and many more.The second season of the MUBI Podcast titled “Only in Theaters” tells surprising stories of individual cinemas...2022-06-3042 min