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Flyover Film CountrySEND HELPSend Help! Walker and Isaac join forces for their first outing in a crash landing deep dive into San Raimi’s latest (and, spoiler, greatest??) film. The two dissect the powerful chemistry and dynamic of Dylan O’Brien and Rachel McAdams, the wild swings, and the incredible gross out, laugh-out-loud scenes. One involves a boar. Tune in to hear more!
2026-02-051h 21Flyover Film CountryThe Running ManThat’s right, folks! It’s another Walker and Olivia Special, and today we’re covering the new one from Edgar Wright: The Running Man (2025). We discuss our thoughts on this remake, the themes of the film, and what we think of Glenn Powell overall. We also discuss Jason Alexander’s iconic wig and performance in his guest role on an episode of Criminal Minds, The Hunger Games, Greenland, and monkeys. How do those things all tie into The Running Man, you ask?? Guess you’ll have to tune in to find out.
2025-11-2056 minFlyover Film CountryTop 5 Fall MoviesIn this episode of Fly Over Film Country, hosts Olivia and Enoch discuss their top five fall movies, exploring the themes of nostalgia, personal connections, and the cultural impact of films like Twilight. They share their thoughts on various films, including horror movies and coming-of-age stories, while reflecting on how these films resonate with their experiences and memories. In this engaging conversation, Walker and Olivia explore their favorite fall movies and the emotional connections they have with them. They discuss the nostalgic impact of films like Twilight and Coco, cultural reflections on Dia de los Muertos, and the seasonal...
2025-10-241h 03Flyover Film CountryBONUS EPISODE: How Walter and friends made an award winning short filmIn this bonus episode, Walter interviews Walker and Zac Walthall about their experiences creating the award-winning short film 'Squatter' for the 48-Hour Film Festival. They discuss the conception of the film, the writing process, the dynamics of shooting in a single day, and the challenges faced during production. The conversation highlights the importance of collaboration, maintaining morale on set, and the creative choices that shaped the final product. In this conversation, the speakers reflect on their experiences participating in a 48-hour film festival, discussing the challenges and lessons learned from directing, editing, and collaborating under tight time constraints. They...
2025-03-2640 minFlyover Film CountryAlien: Romulus and the Little Rock 48 Hour Film FestivalJOIN US THIS SATURDAY AT THE ARKAST PODCAST FESTIVAL IN LITTLE ROCK!! And happy birthday, Olivia!Get your tickets to the Arkast Festival here: https://rb.gy/v32dneDo one of these f*****s ever pop out of your chest and have like a huge kill shot?That's probably one of the most vulgar episode descriptions I've ever written but it's relevant and you have to deal with it. We're joined by our friend and local film maker Walker Walthall to talk about Alien: Romulus AND the Little Rock 48 Hour Film Festival...
2024-09-101h 51
Flyover Film CountryLeft Behind: The Movie (2000)Feel free to skip the first 15 minutes if you JUST want to hear Isaac, Olivia, and Walter dive right into one of the best movies ever created. A shame this didn't come out last year, because it absolutely would have made it into ALL of our top 10 movie lists of 2022.
2023-01-171h 07
Flyover Film CountryOur Top 10 Favorite Movies of 2022You hear that? You feel that? It's the earth shaking to its absolute core as the Flyover Crew are finally ready to release the hotly anticipated Top 10 of 2022. I can't believe we're finally here. All of humanity has eagerly awaited this moment.
Also, get excited for our very first in-person episode!!!! Sorry for the echo, we don't know what we're doing. Be sure to follow us on Instagram and Twitter--we'd love to hear what your top 10 movies were in 2022!
2023-01-032h 17
Flyover Film CountryLittle Women (2019)You're telling me these women are little? We're talking about our favorite Christmas movie, Greta Gerwig's 2019 masterpiece and book adaptation Little Women. Joined by a very special guest, Morgan Lyle!
2022-12-201h 13
Flyover Film CountryFantastic Mr. FoxWe really are just all wild animals in the end. Joined by two VERY special guests, the Flyover crew talks about one of our all time favorites, Wes Anderson's Fantastic Mr. Fox! After you listen to the episode, be sure to check out Colin and Shelby's Instagram, @citizenstaffpicks.
2022-11-291h 21Flyover Film CountryBlack Panther: Wakanda ForeverRecording a podcast remotely is HARD. After SWEARING off the MCU movies a few months ago, the Flyover Crew (minus Isaac for this one) are here to gaslight and gatekeep and girl boss. We NEVER said we were done with MCU movies, you're acting insane right now.
2022-11-161h 25
Flyover Film CountryVengeance (2022)Is BJ Novak's first full-length directorial debut a 5-star release? Is his character just an overgrown version of Ryan from The Office? Is Olivia too scared to watch The Conjuring? Let's dive right in.
2022-11-111h 11
Flyover Film CountryThe Conjuring (the night that the skeletons came to life)The bones are their MONEY, worms are their DOLLARS. Isaac and Walter talk about one of their favorite horror movies, James Wan's The Conjuring! Turn the lights off and listen to it by yourself bc we're gonna SPOOK YA
2022-10-311h 04Flyover Film CountryReservation Dogs (Season 2)Isaac and Olivia once again visit the underrated Hulu exclusive, Reservation Dogs! With the finale of season 2, our OG co-hosts talk about the ups and downs of the sophomore season!
2022-10-131h 03
Flyover Film CountryDon't Worry Darling (yikes)Without giving any spoilers, it doesn't get much more flyover than this. Did Olivia Wilde's sophomore directorial effort deserve the hype? Don't worry--you'll find out if you listen to this episode.
2022-09-301h 20
Flyover Film CountryOZARKIt's BOYS' night as Isaac and Walter have FIRED Olivia and she is no longer part of the podcast. Just kidding, she just hasn't seen Ozark. But she's missing out big time--we loved this show and had a lot of thoughts about it. Share your thoughts with us on Instagram and Twitter!
2022-09-091h 13Flyover Film CountryReservation Dogs (Season 1 Recap)Olivia and Isaac break down the first season of FX's Reservation Dogs from creator Sterlin Harjo and Taika Waititi.Artwork: Macie LummusTheme: chordandjocks
2022-08-2948 min
Flyover Film CountryNope (2022)Sorry, Logan Paul. We FINALLY talk about a movie that we all actually enjoyed. What did you think about Jordan Peele's latest sci-fi thriller? Let us know on Instagram and Twitter!
2022-08-021h 19
Flyover Film CountryThor: Love and ThunderIt seems that we've become the one stop shop for MCU hot takes. Will we have more in this episode? Listen to find out! We loved having special guest Hannah Davison on yet again, and make sure you listen to the end to hear some of our fan casting for the upcoming MCU projects!
2022-07-301h 35
Flyover Film CountryMs. Marvel (Season 1 Recap)It's ladies night! Isaac and Walter took this one off to let Olivia and her good friend, Hannah Davison, talk about the latest MCU show, Ms. Marvel. What did you think of the show? Enjoyed Hannah's takes on this one? Good, because she's joining us on the next one for Thor: Love and Thunder!
2022-07-191h 27
Flyover Film CountryStranger Things (Series Recap)What's stranger than strange? Doctor Strange? Wait, no, we already did that one. We're talking about Stranger Things! How do you feel about the show as it stands now that season 4 is concluded? Let us know your thoughts on our Instagram and Twitter!
2022-07-141h 24
Flyover Film CountryObi-Wan Kenobi (Series Recap)GENERAL KENOBI
This is a fun one. Did you agree or disagree with our takes on Star Wars? Let us know by following us on Instagram and Twitter!
2022-06-251h 37Flyover Film CountryUnder the Banner of HeavenAndrew Garfield really is collecting standout depictions of Christianity like Infinity Stones amirite??This episode is Olivia and Isaac's thoughts and feelings about the FX series' adaptation of John Krakauer's scathing expose of Mormonism, Under the Banner of Heaven. No coffee or alcoholic beverages were consumer prior to the recording of this episode.
2022-06-171h 25
Flyover Film CountryTop Gun: MaverickThis is the MOST Flyover episode we've ever done as they are literally FLYING in this movie. We tried to make this episode as long as the movie itself.
2022-06-021h 47
Flyover Film CountryEverybody Wants Some!! (fixed audio)(Fixed audio -- this episode was first uploaded with an early draft by accident). Eric's final episode with FFC (although none of us knew at the time as Walter is uploading this episode late -- sorry)! Eric, Isaac, and Olivia talk about the 2016 sleeper hit, Everybody Wants Some!! You gotta have the two exclamation points or it doesn't count.
2022-05-291h 04
Flyover Film CountryEverybody Wants Some!!Eric's final episode with FFC (although none of us knew at the time as Walter is uploading this episode late -- sorry)! Eric, Isaac, and Olivia talk about the 2016 sleeper hit, Everybody Wants Some!! You gotta have the two exclamation points or it doesn't count.
2022-05-281h 04
Flyover Film CountryEverything Everywhere All at OnceTwo words: googly eyes. One of the most unexpected episodes of the year is here: Olivia and Isaac's discussion of Everything Everywhere All at Once. The Daniel's new film just passed Uncut Gems as the highest-grossing A24 film in the U.S., and for good reason: it has had incredible word of mouth because it is hands-down one of the year's absolute greatest films. It's sweet, its hilarious, its incredibly exciting, and features multi-universal fight sequences. Basically everything you could want in a movie!Content warning: there is a brief description of THAT scene with the things.
2022-05-221h 02
Flyover Film CountryDoctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness with Jacob ThomasDoctor Strange 2 is Sam Raimi's first movie in nearly 10 years. Does it feel like a Raimi flick? Is it too gory or scary to take your kids? What about those cameos??Olivia and Isaac continue the conversation about their feelings surrounding the Marvel Cinematic Universe with guest Jacob Thomas of Three Dudes and a Movie Podcast. Are you ready for the madness?
2022-05-071h 30Flyover Film CountryWalter's Corner - Midnight Mass (special super secret episode)Walter couldn't be on the episode where we talked about Midnight Mass and he was going to absolutely explode if he couldn't talk about it so we let him have his own moment here. Give it a courtesy listen.
2022-05-0618 min
Flyover Film CountryMoon Knight & The MCU Performances Hall of FameHawkeye was... fine? Anyway, moving on to the newest MCU show on Disney+, what do we think of Oscar Isaac as Moon Knight? Speaking of stellar acting performances, who are some other actors who are great in the MCU? Sit back and hang out with Isaac and Olivia as they discuss these very things!
2022-05-031h 40
Flyover Film CountryMidnight MassHappy Easter/Passover/Ramadan to all those who celebrate. In this special episode, Isaac, Olivia, and Eric discuss Mike Flanagan's hit limited series on Netflix, Midnight Mass. A dark and twisted story that explores death, faith, and interpersonal relationships, it's a series that made us think, question, and discuss some of the deeper and darker themes of life. Sit back and enjoy!
2022-04-181h 07
Flyover Film CountryThe Oscars 2022Where Olivia and Isaac talk about a very normal and not at all exciting movie awards event where a famous actor did NOT open hand slap a famous comedian. Can you imagine if that happened? Insane. Anyway, enjoy our recap and thoughts about the Oscars 2022!
2022-03-2952 min
Flyover Film CountryHoop Dreams (1994)In the spirit of March Madness, Eric, Olivia and Isaac fastbreak into a passionate discussion of Steve James' iconic documentary masterpiece Hoop Dreams. Filmed over a five-year period, the film chronicles the inspiring stories of two inner-city Chicago kids - William Gates & Arthur Agee, as they chase their dreams of making it into the NBA.
2022-03-241h 04
Flyover Film CountryThe BatmanRobert Pattinson is the GOAT.
Say hey to our special guest and Batman expert, Tim Barnett!
2022-03-091h 35
Flyover Film CountryMoonrise KingdomThis is top 3 Wes Anderson for SURE. And no, we won't be convinced otherwise. Join Isaac, Olivia, Eric, and Walter for another special love-themed episode in the month of love as we talk about Moonrise Kingdom, a modern classic coming-of-age/young romance film!
2022-02-201h 05
Flyover Film CountryOur Top 5 Romantic ComediesIt's the season of love and we're sharing ours! Well, we're sharing our top 5 rom-coms, which is pretty much the same thing. Isaac, Olivia, and Eric talk about their personal favorite movies they love that are also about love. Do you share any of their favorites?
2022-02-131h 12
Flyover Film CountryBlood Simple (1984)Isaac, Olivia, and Eric (he's back!) discuss the classic Coen brothers film from 1984, Blood Simple. Diving into the story-telling, cinematography, and everything else that the Coen brothers are known for, the good folks at Flyover Film Country are here to entertain you for the next hour or so!
2022-01-201h 05
Flyover Film CountryOur Top Movies of 2021New theme song, new artwork, and Eric is back!!! What a way to end 2021. We watched some great (and some not so great) films this year and we're excited to share each of our top 10 movies from 2021. This is a long one, so sit back and enjoy what we loved about last year!
2022-01-131h 47
Flyover Film CountryMCU Roundup: Hawkeye, Episodes 5-6Over so soon? We made it! Hawkeye was a fun ride from start to finish, and we appreciate you watching along with us! Join Walter, Olivia, Isaac (for about 20 minutes) and our special guest Vic as we discuss the exciting finale to the Disney+ Original Series, Hawkeye. What's next for the MCU?
2021-12-241h 23
Flyover Film CountrySpider-Man: No Way HomeIt's finally here! The cinematic event of the year has come, and we could not be more excited to discuss Tom Holland and friends in Spider-Man: No Way Home. Find out if Isaac, Olivia, and Walter think it lives up to the hype in this special two-hour episode.
2021-12-182h 08
Flyover Film CountryMCU Roundup: Hawkeye, Episodes 3-4Only two more episodes of Hawkeye after this one! We've thoroughly enjoyed our time with Kate and Clint as they are now entangled with Echo, Jack Duquesne, and maybe Kingpin's introduction into the MCU? Join Olivia, Isaac, and Walter as we discuss the recent events of episodes 3 and 4 of the Disney+ Original, Hawkeye!
2021-12-091h 15
Flyover Film CountryNovember Movie News RoundupIs November already over?? Geez, that was fast. Anyway, join Isaac, Olivia, and Walter as we discuss the upcoming movies we're looking forward to in December (there are quite a few) as well as some movie news from the past month. Lots of laughs in this one!
2021-12-021h 00
Flyover Film CountryHawkeye PremiereOlivia and Isaac dig into the Disney+ Hawkeye series premiere! Does it do justice to Clint Barton's character and Jeremy Renner as an actor? Does Hailee Steinfeld shine or flop as newly minted heroine Kate Bishop? Does Tobey Maguire appear? Tune in to find out more! Future Episodes: Hawkeye Episodes 3-4: Dec 8th. Spider-Man: No Way Home: December 18th. Hawkeye Finale: December 22nd.
2021-11-251h 11
Flyover Film CountryEternals: MCU Misstep or Misunderstood Masterpiece?Eternals is here: Marvel's 26th installment, 3rd of 2021, directed by Oscar-winner Chloe Zhao with an all-star cast. So why isn't it being met with Dune-like mania? Olivia and Isaac dive into production, favorite performances, spoilers (don't worry, they will let you know when the spoilers begin!), and implications for the future of this massive franchise.
2021-11-061h 19
Flyover Film CountryOctober Movie News RoundupBill Murray in the MCU? Jim Carrey in the MCU?? Walter hates the MCU??? In this October Movie News Roundup, Olivia and Isaac discuss the latest (and very tragic) headlines in film and TV, recommendations for the month of November, and spend a little time tempering each other's expectations for Chloe Zhao's upcoming Marvel entry, Eternals. Tune in for more!
2021-11-0351 min
Flyover Film CountryAlien (1979)Spooktoberfest ends with a bang with the 1979 sci-fi horror classic that started it all: Alien! Olivia, Isaac, and Walter do a deep dive on this incredible film and talk about the prominent themes, production quality, and subsequent sequels of Alien. Do yourself a favor and check this one out!
2021-10-271h 29
Flyover Film CountryHalloween (1978)Happy Spooktober! Isaac, Olivia, Eric, and Walter break down the classic John Carpenter horror film, Halloween (1978). Lots of laughs, scares, and trivia await you in this episode, so settle in and listen... if you dare.
2021-10-011h 26Flyover Film CountryLittle WoodsTune in to hear Olivia and Isaac discuss perhaps the most true-to-life depiction of Flyover Country in any movie they’ve yet covered, Nia DaCosta’s breakout film Little Woods. DaCosta recently became the first black female director to have a #1 movie at the box office with the terrifying reboot of the cult classic horror Candyman. Little Woods debuted at the Tribeca Film Festival in 2018 to critical acclaim, particularly applauding Tessa Thompson and Lily James’ performances. DaCosta is directing the upcoming sequel to Captain Marvel, The Marvels, starring Brie Larson and Teyonah Parris.
2021-09-2554 minFlyover Film CountryChungking ExpressDirected by beloved Chinese filmmaker Wong Kar-Wai, Chungking Express is the story of two cops, down and out in the realm of romance, and the women they fall for. The plot is fairly straightforward, but there are a lot of themes and elements which relate to flyover country to unpack. Tune in to hear the team's discussion!
2021-09-1833 min
Flyover Film CountryShang-ChiWhile Macau may not be a flyover city, the Flyover crew still got together to talk about the newest Marvel Cinematic Universe film, Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings. Featuring Isaac, Olivia, Eric, and--wait a new producer?! We welcome Walter, our new producer and podcast host! This is a hilarious and insightful episode that you won't want to miss. Oh, and did we mention it's our longest one to date? See you on the other side!
2021-09-071h 53
Flyover Film CountrySchool of RockYour kids may be going back to school, but they probably aren't going to the School of Rock!! Tune in for a discussion of the second film Flyover Film Country has covered from Richard Linklater (Dazed & Confused was the first). This indelible Jack Black comedy about a freeloading rocker becoming the role model for a class of prep school kiddos has all the materials of a classic coming-of-age caper: lots of rock music, Joan Cusack as Principal Mullins, kids discovering their inner rocker, and of course, Jack Black.
2021-09-0456 min
Flyover Film CountryAugust Movie News RoundupAnd just like that, August is OVER. Join Olivia and Eric as they discuss all the big movie news from this month, including the new Spiderman trailer, Idris Elba voicing Knuckles (???) in the upcoming Sonic the Hedgehog movie, and what Seth McFarlane thinks about the current state of Family Guy. It's all here in the August Movie News Roundup!
2021-09-021h 07Flyover Film CountryAnimationEric and Olivia join forces for the first time in Flyover Film Country history to discuss their mutual love of animation.
2021-09-011h 32
Flyover Film CountryNapoleon DynamiteOn June 11, 2004, Napoleon Dynamite was released in six theaters after a premiere at Sundance Film Festival. It went on to become one of the most iconic indie films of all time, not to mention a cult classic film. Quoted and loved by millions, Isaac and Olivia among them, the film has transcended American culture and remains timeless, relatable, hilarious, and an inspiration to young filmmakers. This is the most any of the Flyover Film Country co-hosts has laughed on-mic.
2021-08-071h 09
Flyover Film CountryJuly Movie News RoundupJuly has come and gone, and so has some major news in Hollywood! Tune in to hear updates from the team regarding Scarlett Johansson's lawsuit with Disney regarding the release of Black Widow, the incredible lineup of films for October, and 9 films to see (or avoid) this August!
2021-08-0258 min
Flyover Film CountryLoki Season One RecapLoki, Sylvie, Mobius, Renslayer, and He Who Remains. And an Alligator Loki?! Flyover Film Country dives into the first season of Loki, spoilers and all, examining what made this series better than its predecessors. Not only does the season finale move the universe of all our favorite heroes forward in shocking fashion, we are introduced to the new big baddie, and buckle up, because nothing can prepare us for Kang.
2021-07-181h 07
Flyover Film CountryBlack WidowAin't it good to be back in theaters??? Isaac and Olivia break down the newest Marvel movie, including the dynamite cast, best moments, whether Florence Pugh runs away with the whole movie, and director Cate Shortland's impressive crafting of this Bond-Mission Impossible-esque MCU entry.
2021-07-121h 25
Flyover Film CountryMovie News Roundup: June 2021Release updates! Casting calls! New trailers! Visit Cancel Corner to hear three definitely qualified opinions on the latest Hollywood scandals! Hear about the latest developments in show business in the second Movie News Roundup!
2021-07-071h 26Flyover Film CountryNashville (1975)Do you love country music? Sure you do!...maybe. What about politics? What about politics AND country music? Robert Altman's Nashville has both. Set in the summer of 1975, this Oscar-winning classic captures the lives of 24 different characters in the days leading up to a political convention in the Athens of the south. Featuring incredible directing, storytelling, costumes, set design and characters, Nashville is an American classic you do not want to miss!
2021-07-0357 minFlyover Film CountryThe Outsiders (1983)This episode, the Flyover Film Country club goes toe-to-toe with the socs AND the greasers: it's Francis Ford Coppola's The Outsiders! This novel-turned-classic coming-of-age tearjerker was the birth of many famous actor's careers: Rob Low, Ralph Macchio, Matt Dillon, and Tom Cruise. Tune in to hear more!
2021-06-261h 03
Flyover Film CountryGod's Not Dead (Flyover Essentials)Please take a piece of paper and write three simple words: "God is dead." Flyover Film Country is taking you back to the golden age of 2014 and Pure Flix's smash Christian movie hit. In this continuation of our Flyover Essential Viewing series, the crew breaks down the many, many subplots of this absolutely bonkers movie, the issues of depicting Christians, atheists, immigrants, academics and journalists, and why this movie is actually a sermon and not really a movie.
2021-06-051h 02
Flyover Film CountryMovie News Roundup: May 2021At the beginning of each month, Eric, Olivia and Isaac will hop on to rattle off the month's major goings-on in Hollywood and keep it real. None of that Hollywood fluff, just real, raw, entertainment industry reporting. Sort of. May had some WILD stories, such as the shocking revelation of Ellie Kemper's (The Office, Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt) association with the KKK, and Sony's casting of Aaron Taylor Johnson as Kraven the Hunter (the Spider-Man villain). These monthly roundups will also include economic reports of the film industry's recovery from the pandemic, discussion of major casting news, and much much...
2021-06-0352 min
Flyover Film CountryStop Making Sense, Bring It On, Tigertail: Co-Host's PickIsaac chose the legendary concert documentary from Jonathan Demme and the Talking Heads Stop Making Sense. Eric chose the sweet, sad, and moving immigrant experience film Tigertail. Olivia chose Peyton Reed's cheer-cult classic Bring It On. Everyone watched the other's recommended flick. Let the discussion begin!
2021-05-301h 22
Flyover Film CountryOne Year of Flyover Film CountryFrom beginning the pod in the middle of the COVID-19 Pandemic with an affectionate homage to Scott Pilgrim to our latest episode of True Grit, it has truly been our JOY to make fun, dumb, and intensely-discussed episodes about movies, film and TV. In this recap of the last year, Isaac, Eric and Olivia discuss what's ahead for the show, Amazon's hit series Invincible, the epic Pitt/Hanks/DiCaprio showdown, Pacific Rim, and soooooooooooooo much more. :)
2021-05-241h 26
Flyover Film CountryFlyover Essential Viewing: True Grit (2010)True Grit (the Coen Brother's 2010 version) is not only superior to the 1969 adaptation featuring John Wayne, it is a masterpiece of filmmaking and one of the best westerns ever. Not only that, it is one of the best flyover country movies, set in Arkansas and filmed in Texas. Eric and Olivia's hometown of Fort Smith is a primary location in the movie, and Little Rock is mentioned as well. In this episode, the team discusses the hysteria of Jeff Bridges, Hailee Steinfeld's uncanny performance as a young actress, and of course, Roger Deakin's amazing cinematography.
2021-05-1558 minFlyover Film CountryJuno (Flyover Essentials)Grab your hamburger phones and get ready to dial in for our third Flyover Essentials episode: the 2007 hit indie film, Juno! Eric, Olivia, and Isaac discuss the portrayal of teen pregnancy, the fraught reality of brokenness in families, the depiction of high school in the movie, and the politicization of the film. Tune in to hear more!
2021-05-0154 min
Flyover Film CountryThe Falcon and the Winter Soldier Ep. 4-6: MCU LayoverDid you see any of that coming?? Captain America's new suit, or John Walker breaking bad and killing that one guy?? Or JULIA LOUIS-DREYFUS joining the MCU?? Tune in to hear Isaac and Olivia's recap of episodes 4-6, expectations for the future of Sam Wilson and Bucky Barnes, and more!
2021-04-261h 13Flyover Film CountryColumbusColumbus is the name of a real city in Indiana renowned for its post-modern architecture and public art. The film is director Kogonada's debut and stars John Cho and Haley Lu Richardson. A coming-of-age drama featuring two very different character grappling with life, loss, and love in a strange mecca of gorgeous architecture. Trivia: This episode was also recorded during the incredible Gonzaga-UCLA comeback game on April 3rd, 2021.
2021-04-1755 min
Flyover Film CountryThe Academy Awards ExplainedIsaac, Eric and Olivia tackle the monster of a topic that is the 2021 Academy Awards. Beginning with a brief history of the ceremony's origination in the 1930s, they dive into the pros and cons of awarding art and the inevitability of overlooking worthy creators.
2021-04-141h 04
Flyover Film CountryThe Falcon and the Winter Soldier Ep. 1-3: MCU LayoverBesides the harsh techniques utilized by Dr. Raynor, Isaac and Olivia break down the latest three episodes in the most recent world-famous Marvel Cinematic Universe installment, The Falcon and the Winter Soldier. Set a couple months after the events of Avengers: Endgame, the series picks up with Sam Wilson (Mackie) giving up the shield of Captain America. Olivia and Isaac discuss the way this series is approaching the topic of being black in the MCU. John Walker, the second Captain America (the great Wyatt Russell), is a two-time purple heart recipient and a true American hero, although he is n...
2021-04-041h 09Flyover Film CountryFlyover Essential Viewing: Dazed & ConfusedWe're kicking off our new miniseries! Flyover Essential Viewing are movies that everyone in the south, or places oft-forgotten by Hollywood. Dazed & Confused is writer-director Richard Linklater's love letter to the last day of school and the first day of summer, 1973. Matthew McConaughey's debut performance as David Wooderson, countless shenanigans, and timeless quotes can be found in this cult-classic. Tune in to hear more!
2021-04-0357 min
Flyover Film CountryMudMud is about two boys - Ellis and Neckbone who find a fugitive hiding out on an island in the Mississippi River. They form a pact to help him reunite with his lover and escape. Set against the near-mythic backdrop of the Mississippi River, Nichols’ love letter to Huck Finn and Tom Sawyer is his most lighthearted movie, and also his most successful. This is the final entry in the Midnight Podcast mini-series in which Eric, Isaac and Olivia discuss snakes, southeast Arkansas, and MATTHEW MCCONAUGHEY.
2021-03-2757 min
Flyover Film CountryMCU Layover: WandaVision Series FinaleAfter the startling reveal that Olivia is the true Scarlet Witch, Isaac dives into his many qualms with the final two episodes of WandaVision. It doesn't look like there will be a second season, but this first Marvel TV show bridges gaps to Doctor Strange and the Multiverse of Madness as well as Captain Marvel 2. Tune in to hear more!
2021-03-081h 20Flyover Film CountryMidnight SpecialMidnight Special is Jeff Nichol's 2016 sci-fi homage to Spielberg featuring a super-powered child, a protective father, and Adam Driver as a charming NSA agent. Released the same year as his Oscar-nominated civil rights drama Loving, Midnight Special is Nichols’ most ambitious and personal movie and strangely, his least successful. Nichols has stated in interviews that this was his least well-executed story and that he wrote it with a chip on his shoulder. Olivia, Eric and Isaac discuss this intense action movie, the story that Nichols was in the running to direct Aquaman, and A Quiet Place Part 3.
2021-03-0654 minFlyover Film CountryLoving with Adena WhiteWelcome to Flyover Film Country’s third episode in the Jeff Nichols miniseries! Loving is a retelling of the true story of Richard and Mildred Loving, a white man and a black woman whose resilient marriage caused the historic 1967 supreme court decision to overrule all state laws prohibiting interracial marriage. Adena White, Founder and Chief Storyteller for Blackbelt Media joins the crew for a discussion of this incredible moment in history and the touching portrayals of Mildred and Richard Loving, played by Joel Edgerton and Ruth Negga.
2021-02-2059 min
Flyover Film CountryWandaVision: Episodes 4-6 RecapOlivia and Isaac regroup to share their thoughts on the truly excellent fourth, fifth, and sixth episodes of Marvel's WandaVision. Join them during this layover to muse on the accuracy of the Spider-Man 3 rumors featuring Maguire and Garfield, chat about how Pietro Maximoff is back from the dead (?), and hear some slight technical difficulties threaten to derail the entire recording. Thankfully, the production was saved. It truly seemed like a Westside sort of glitch in the hex. Take a listen, and be sure to share with anyone you know who loves Marvel!
2021-02-151h 22Flyover Film CountryTake Shelter"Plagued by a series of apocalyptic visions, a young husband and father questions whether to shelter his family from a coming storm, or from himself." Michael Shannon, Jessica Chastain, Shea Whigam, and Ray McKinnon star in Jeff Nichols' second feature film, paranoia-thriller Take Shelter. The movie was widely praised at Cannes, Sundance, and the Deauville film festivals. Eric, Olivia and Isaac continue their foray into the filmography of the Arkansan director with Olivia's insight into Curtis' schizophrenia. Eric and Isaac debate what the epic final moments of the film really mean, and share tidbits of behind-the-scenes trivia.
2021-02-0658 min
Flyover Film CountrySundance 2021: The Films We Watched!Sundance 2021 premiered online for the public to attend, and Eric, Olivia and Isaac watched Censor, Try Harder!, I Was a Simple Man, R#J, Writing with Fire, and First Date were the films they got to experience. Isaac pawns off one of his screenings to an unenthused Eric, Olivia gushes on a heartrending documentary of female reporters in India, and Eric shares his personal connections to his two screenings. Join us for our first attendance of Sundance 2021: virtual still counts!
2021-02-021h 07
Flyover Film CountryWandaVision: Episodes 1-3 RecapOlivia and Isaac have a layover in Westview (true location unknown), reviewing the latest 3 episodes from the new Disney+/Marvel show WandaVision, and discussing the latest Marvel news and releases for 2021. The MCU is getting bigger and bigger, and it's surprisingly perfect to start the new journey with our favorite cyborg and witch. Paul Bettany and Elizabeth Olsen are both provided ample opportunity to showcase their acting prowess in these first three throwback episodes reminiscing The Dick Van Dyke Show, I Love Lucy, and Leave it to Beaver.
2021-01-2350 min
Flyover Film CountryOne Night in Miami... Redeye EpisodeWe're stepping off the plane at Wilcox Field and headed to the Hampton house for One Night in Miami... in our earliest recorded episode ever, we kick off conversation with some 6:30am banter and then head to the tarmac to take flight into discussion about Amazon Prime's latest hit. The film is based on a play by Kemp Powers, writer of Disney+'s Soul, and directed by the fabulous Regina King. It's about a fictional encounter of a real-life night wherein Malcolm X, Sam Cooke, Cassius Clay, and Jim Brown argue for the whole night, and it's just as...
2021-01-1844 minFlyover Film CountryShotgun Stories"This is one empty-ass town. If I owned this town, I'd sell it." Flyover Film Country embarks on its first filmography mini series: the movies of director Jeff Nichols! A Little Rock native, Nichols and his small team filmed Shotgun Stories in southeast Arkansas around Keo, Scott and England in 2006. According to Nichols, Michael Shannon was always the actor in mind to play Son Hayes. Weeks after Nichols cold-called the actor to share his vision for the film, an impressed Shannon read the script and joined the cast. Eric, Olivia and Isaac discuss this incredible debut, brimming with s...
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Flyover Film CountryteneT and Christopher Nolan's Best Films: Layover EpisodeTenet is here, after three delays due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the rollout of HBO Max, and all the while Christopher Nolan believed that this movie could save the theater-going experience. Eric and Isaac discuss their first impressions of the time-bending Tenet, subtitles (you really need subtitles for this thunderous movie), and share their top five Nolan movies like Dunkirk, Interstellar, The Dark Knight, and The Prestige. Also, get an inside scoop on the little-known Nolan brother who is strangely similar to Guy Pearce's character in Memento!
2021-01-131h 18Flyover Film CountryFlyover Film Country Presents: Our Top 10 Movies of 2020Happy new year to Flyover Film Fans only! In this episode, the three co-hosts take a look back on the craziest year of the century and the movies that improved on it. From Tiger Kings and Portraits to multiple Spike Lee flicks, the films selected by Olivia, Eric, and Isaac reflect a diverse range of stories from 2020 and beyond. Tune in to hear our Tenet joke, too. It's meta.
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Flyover Film CountryWonder Woman 1984: Layover Episode #1Introducing: Layover Episodes from the Flyover Film Crew! These bonus episodes will capture commentary on immediate pop culture moments, breaking news in entertainment, and other noteworthy events and media outside of the normal mini-series. Tune in to Layover Episode #1 for the team's average rating of WW1984, critiques of the screenplay, praise for Gal Gadot and Pedro Pascal's performances, and an intense discussion of what they would wish for.
2020-12-281h 17Flyover Film CountryA Very Merry Flyover Film Holiday Special"I got a machine gun... Ho-Ho-Ho!" In this episode, the Flyover team takes a break to discuss their top 5 favorite Christmas movies. But do Eric, Olivia and Isaac even enjoy Christmas movies to begin with?? Tune in for a hotly contested argument surrounding Love Actually, a niche recommendation from Eric, and of course... Die Hard. Merry Christmas, everyone!
2020-12-241h 06Flyover Film Country2020: A Cinematic Year of Disappointment (Directed by Quentin Tarantino)2020 has been a doozie, ya'll. In this episode, Eric, Olivia, and Isaac discuss the toll COVID-19 took on Hollywood this year, sharing a general timeline of significant events in the film industry. Want to know which blockbuster's delay proved to be the first domino leading to other release delays? Curious about what the next series will be, and the next giveaway? Tune in for these answers, and more!
2020-12-1256 minFlyover Film CountryA Conversation with Todd Greenlee of Homefront PicturesThis episode continues our mini-series chatting with film professionals both in Hollywood and right in our backyard. Todd Greenlee of Homefront Pictures joins us to share his experience as a production assistant on movies like Bright, Jack Reacher: Never Go Back, Girls Trip, and Trumbo. He and his brother Alex are in post-production on their new movie All Eyes, which Todd directed and Alex wrote. The horror flick features a disgraced podcast host whose new story puts him in the path of a terrifying monster. We had a blast discussing the difference between filming in LA and Todd's home...
2020-11-211h 02Flyover Film CountryFlyover Filmmakers: "A Violent Storm" Cast and Crew Interview & Working in HollywoodThings look different in this episode as Flyover Film Show takes you to beautiful downtown Little Rock Arkansas, filming location for "A Violent Storm". This powerful short was recently named a San Francisco Independent Short Film Festival official selection, as well as an official selection of the Independent Shorts Awards. Director Timothy Barnett, cinematographer Brad Fugere, and leading man Eric Watts discuss what it takes to turn the dream of making a film into reality, inspiration in each of their unique roles, and how spoken word informs the story and theme. Later, we're joined by two residents of Flyover...
2020-11-071h 14Flyover Film CountryWatchmen Episode 5: Nothing Ever Ends: Top Five Moments & Casting Nite Owl II for Watchmen S2Dr. Manhattan said, "Nothing ever ends." Well, he wasn't talking about our series covering Watchmen: this is the last episode in our mini-series. The masterful HBO show gets reviewed as Eric, Isaac, and Olivia review their top five moments from the Watchmen universe, including Zack Snyder's 2009 film, Alan Moore's graphic novel, and the 2019 HBO series. We also cut loose a little bit! You'll hear the gang give their dream casting for an older version of Nite Owl II, an ad read from a guest who was supposed to be killed by Dr. Manhattan, and Eric and Isaac's love of...
2020-10-2458 minFlyover Film CountryWatchmen Episode 4: God, Religion and Giant Blue MenWatchmen grapples with nearly every difficult topic, and this episode finds our three hosts unraveling the series' thoughts on God, religion, and philosophy. Ozymandias, Dr. Manhattan, and Laurie Blake all have different takes. Amazon's The Boys also gets a bunch of coverage as there are interesting parallels between S1E5 featuring the "Believe Expo" and Olivia's personal experience with religion.
2020-10-1055 minFlyover Film CountryWatchmen Episode 3: Politics, Police, Government InterferenceEpisode 3 continues the team's dive down the rabbit hole of weighty themes found in the HBO Watchmen mini-series, this time tackling the politics of the story. And boy is there a lot to discuss. We didn't get to all of it, but Regina King's masked alter ego Sister Night is discussed (and the logic of masked cops in general), as well as police accountability, and the overall sentiment that this iteration of Watchmen was "too political." Also, we discuss Kurosawa's Throne of Blood briefly (what an ending to a movie!!!!!)
2020-09-2658 min
Flyover Film CountryWatchmen Episode 2: Tulsa, Greenwood Massacre, and the Abar FamilyEpisode 2 finds the Flyover trio diving into the gritty, ugly, uncomfortable topic of racism and how HBO's Watchmen addresses it in 2019. The series' inclusion of reparations in Tulsa as a response to the Tulsa race massacre of 1921 is a fascinating realization of the concept.
2020-09-1755 minFlyover Film CountryFlyover Film Show Presents: HBO's Watchmen (Graphic Novel, #ReleaseTheSnyderCut, Racistchach)Flyover Film Show is taking off to the land of... 2019 Tulsa Oklahoma? That's right, it's time for HBO's Watchmen! We cover the history and accolades of the graphic novel source material, the 2009 Zack Snyder vision, and Damon Lindelof's sublime continuation of the alternate universe.
2020-08-2948 minFlyover Film CountryThe Seventh Evil Episode: "Where Are They Now?" (Subtitle: Scott Pilgrim Forever)In the last discussion of the movie, Isaac, Olivia, and Eric discuss the cast and what they have done since Scott Pilgrim. There's even talk of them reprising their roles for an animated series. Thank you for joining us on this journey, and we hope you stick around for our next series, HBO's Watchmen. First episode debuts on August 29th!
2020-08-1346 minFlyover Film CountryBest of Frenemies: Top 5 Characters of Scott Pilgrim vs. the WorldIn the Scott Pilgrim vs. the Pod penultimate episode, Olivia, Isaac, and Eric team up and share their top 5 characters from Scott Pilgrim vs. the World. Isaac zags hard on his #2 pick, Eric takes a stand for Rian Johnson's sci-fi flick Looper, and Olivia breaks out her therapy training to analyze a character.
2020-07-2547 minFlyover Film CountryScott Pilgrim vs. the Guild: Ranking the Evil ExesEpisode 5 is the big-time debut of our first guest, Eric Pham! Other than attending high school with Olivia, Eric also shares the honor of being a University of Central Arkansas Alumnus with your Flyover Film Show co-hosts. The three of them list their top five evil exes in Scott Pilgrim vs. the World, and there is a striking similarity between two lists in particular. Amazon's The Boys is also discussed, particularly the episode satirizing prosperity-gospel mega-churches. It's good stuff. :)
2020-07-1143 minFlyover Film CountryThe Soundtrack of Scott Pilgrim vs. the WorldOlivia and Isaac explore the soundtrack of Scott Pilgrim vs. the World, including the comic creator Bryan Lee O'Malley and director Edgar Wright's love of music. They then go battle of the bands style with their individual top tens of the best songs in the movie!
2020-06-2742 minFlyover Film CountryScott Pilgrim vs. the ComicsBryan lee O'Malley's best-selling comics are the basis for the 2010 film Scott Pilgrim vs. the World. Olivia and Isaac break down how the two are similar and different and also get on a gripping tangent regarding supporting local libraries.
2020-06-1343 minFlyover Film CountryScott Pilgrim's Reception vs. the World of 2010In the second episode in the Scott Pilgrim series, Olivia and Isaac take a trip down memory lane to ten years ago when the film released and try to determine exactly why the movie bombed at the box office. Exploring the world of 2010 has a lot of laughs and vivid memories.
2020-05-3038 minFlyover Film CountryFFS Introduction: Scott Pilgrim vs. the World In the first episode of Flyover Film Show, co-hosts Isaac and Olivia share the vision of the show: the perspective of movies and Hollywood from two people living in the south. This episode is an introduction to the show itself and an overview of the first series: Scott Pilgrim vs. the World. They talk about the first time they saw it and read some testimonies (both positive and negative) of the movie from their friends and family.
2020-05-1639 minFlyover Film CountryComing Soon To A Flyover State Near YouFlyover Film Show is a podcast about movies from the perspectives of two people who live in places oft-forgotten by Hollywood. We keep up with the goings-on in Hollywood but remain very much grounded in midwest America. And although we can’t just up and move to LA, we can still share our love for movies with our friends and neighbors. Olivia Clement and Isaac Sims are your cohosts!
2020-05-0701 min