The Projection Booth has been recognized as a premier film podcast by The Washington Post, The A.V. Club, IndieWire, Entertainment Weekly, and Filmmaker Magazine. With over 700 episodes to date and an ever-growing fan base, The Projection Booth features discussions of films from a wide variety of genres with in-depth critical analysis while regularly attracting special guest talent eager to discuss their past gems. Visit http://www.projectionboothpodcast.com Become a supporter of this podcas ...
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Episode 725: All the President's Men (1976)
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The Projection Booth dives deep into the shadowy corridors of power with Alan J. Pakula's All the President’s Men (1976), a landmark film about the Watergate scandal that brought down a presidency. This special episode, co-hosted by Robert Bellissimo and Andras Jones -- who requested the film for Patreon Request Month -- delves into the gripping st…
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Episode 724: 24 Hour Party People (2002)
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We continue another Patreon month with a pick from Andrew Henrickson: 24 Hour Party People. Join Mike White, Father Malone, and Axel Kohagen as they dive into Michael Winterbottom's electric chronicle of the Manchester music scene, told through the eyes of the ever-charismatic Tony Wilson, played by Steve Coogan. From Factory Records to the legenda…
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Special Report: Dread Zeppelin - A Song of Hope (2024)
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On this special episode, Mike talks with Sharif Nakhleh, director of Dread Zeppelin: A Song of Hope (2024), and producer Jason USA. This compelling documentary charts the bizarre, brilliant journey of the band Dread Zeppelin, blending reggae, Led Zeppelin covers, and a touch of Elvis for a sound and story like no other. Mike unpacks the film’s crea…
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Episode 723: Poison (1991)
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Starting 2025 with a bang, we're diving into Todd Haynes's groundbreaking debut, Poison (1991). Co-hosted by the fabulous Rahne Alexander and Kyler Fey himself, this episode unpacks the audacious triptych of tales—Hero, Horror, and Homo—that propelled Haynes to indie cinema stardom. Bold, provocative, and unapologetically queer, Poison challenges c…
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Special Report: A JAWS Companion
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Mike dives into the deep end with Patrick Jankiewicz, the author of Just When You Thought It Was Safe: A JAWS Companion. From the film’s iconic legacy to its ripple effect on Hollywood and pop culture, Patrick unpacks the behind the scenes of the shark that changed everything. It’s a fascinating look at the making of a masterpiece, the sequels, and…
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Episode 722: Crimes and Misdemeanors (1989)
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Explore the dualities of morality, fate, and human frailty in Crimes and Misdemeanors (1989), Woody Allen's masterful blend of dark comedy and philosophical drama. To close out 2024 and our Patreon-requested series, Mike White welcomes Andras Jones and Keith Gordon for a spirited discussion of this haunting tale. With Martin Landau and Allen himsel…
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Special Report: Kraven the Hunter (2024)
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Mike is joined by co-hosts Father Malone and Chris Stachiw to sink their teeth into J.C. Chandor'a Kraven the Hunter (2024), the latest cinematic adaptation from Sony's Spider-Man universe. They dissect the film’s portrayal of the infamous anti-hero, the performances, and its place in the broader superhero genre. The trio tackles the creative choic…
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Episode 721: Kamikaze 89 (1982)
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Dive into a neon-drenched dystopia as Mike is joined by Chris Stachiw and Heather Drain to dissect Kamikaze 89! This cult oddity, directed by Wolf Grem, is the fifth adaptation of Per Wahlöö's Murder on the 31st Floor, but this version catapults the narrative into the "futuristic" world of 1989. Together, the team explores the film’s avant-garde ae…
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Episode 720: Downtown (1975)
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When cult cinema maestro Jess Franco turns his lens to noir with Downtown (1975), you know you're in for a sleazy, surreal ride! Join Mike White, Heather Drain, and Jessica Shires as they unravel the tangled web of private eyes, femme fatales, and Franco’s unmistakable flair. This Patreon-requested episode, brought to you by the fabulous Pat Radke,…
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Special Report: Scarred for Life
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Mike converses with Stephen Brotherstone and Dave Lawrence, the authors of the Scarred for Life book series. They discuss the unsettling aspects of 1970s and 1980s pop culture that left lasting impressions on a generation. From chilling public information films to haunting children's television and dystopian sci-fi, discover how these dark cultural…
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Episode 719: The Grifters (1990)
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Noirvember 2024 ends with a bang as we delve into Stephen Frears' electrifying neo-noir The Grifters. Adapted from Jim Thompson’s novel by screenwriter Donald Westlake, this razor-sharp film stars Anjelica Huston as Lily Dillon, a veteran con artist manipulating the odds at the racetrack. Her uneasy reunion with estranged son Roy (John Cusack) and …
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Special Report: Sean Whalen on Crust (2024)
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Step into the weird and wonderful world of Crust as Mike sits down with actor, writer, and director Sean Whalen! Best known for his unforgettable roles in cult classics like The People Under the Stairs and Twister, Sean takes us behind the scenes of his latest venture—a bizarre and heartfelt horror-comedy about a laundromat worker, his insecurities…
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Episode 718: Avanti Popolo (1986)
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Yaniv Eidelstein and Will Youmans join Mike to discuss Avanti Popolo (1986), from writer/director Rafi Bukai. Set at the end of the Six-Day War, this poetic and darkly comedic masterpiece follows a group of Egyptian soldiers navigating the vast Sinai Desert on their journey to the Suez Canal. Along the way, they're thrust into surreal and precariou…
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Episode 717: Angel Face (1952)
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Noirvember 2024 shines a spotlight on Otto Preminger’s Angel Face (1952), a twisted tale of obsession and betrayal. Robert Mitchum stars as Frank Jessup, an ambulance driver entangled with the wealthy Tremayne family. Torn between the dangerously alluring Diane Tremayne (Jean Simmons) and his steadfast girlfriend Mary (Mona Freeman), Frank is drawn…
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Special Report: Dash Mihok on Armor (2024)
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On this special episode, Mike talks with actor/musician Dash Mihok a little bit about his career including his latest film, Armor (2024). The film will be in Theaters, On Digital and On Demand November 22, 2024. Learn more at https://dashmihok.net/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-projection-booth-podcast--55…
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Episode 716: Woman on the Beach (1947)
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We continue Noirvember 2024 with a look at Jean Renoir’s The Woman on the Beach. Released in 1947, the film tells the tale of veteran Scott Burnett played by Robert Ryan. He’s plagued with nightmares caused by his PTSD and is assigned to the mounted division of the Coast Guard where he patrols the beach on his horse, meeting the comely Peggy Butler…
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Special Report: The Birthday (2004)
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Mike welcomes filmmaker Eugenio Mira to discuss his 2004 darkly comic thriller The Birthday. Starring Corey Feldman, the film unfolds at an eerie party in a mysterious hotel, revealing a strange world where horror, surrealism, and cult menace meet. Mira dives into the film’s influences, its unique stylistic choices, and how it developed its cult st…
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