The American Cinematheque Podcast

John Early’s Life at the Movies (MADDIE’S SECRET, SEARCH PARTY)

John Early (MADDIE’S SECRET, SEARCH PARTY) joins us on this episode of the podcast to talk about his directorial debut and the movies that shaped him! From unexpected tragedy surrounding a Christmas watch of YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN, seeing TEA WITH MUSSOLINI and realizing Cher was a genius, to life changing viewings of MURIEL’S WEDDING and DEATH OF A CHEERLEADER, we’re talking queer cinema, TV movies, camp (a la Susan Sontag), and so much more. MADDIE’S SECRET is in theaters now. To watch this episode, head to our YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@AmericanCinematheque]. The American Cinematheque operates the Aero, Egyptian, and Los Feliz 3 Theatres in Los Angeles, and soon the Directors Village in Westwood, with programming nationwide. The American Cinematheque is a 501c3 non-profit – if you’d like to learn more, donate, or become a member, head to http://americancinematheque.comamericancinematheque.com [http://americancinematheque.com]. The show is executive produced by Grant Moninger alongside producer Victoria Alejandro and video producer Mike Cuenca. Stephanie Cervantes leads marketing with production design by Seth Meisterman, animation and graphics by Jack Rossi and original music by Gelberg.

SEAN FENNESSEY'S Life at the Movies

On this episode, we’re joined by Sean Fennessey: writer, host of The Big Picture, and head of content at The Ringer! We’re talking about growing up in the birthplace of Walt Whitman, and everything from hooting and hollering at the JACKASS movies to falling in love with ONCE UPON A TIME IN THE WEST as a teen. To watch this episode, head to our YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@AmericanCinematheque]. The American Cinematheque operates the Aero, Egyptian, and Los Feliz 3 Theatres in Los Angeles, with programming nationwide. The American Cinematheque is a 501c3 non-profit – if you’d like to learn more, donate, or become a member, head to americancinematheque.com [http://americancinematheque.com]. The show is executive produced by Grant Moninger alongside producer Victoria Alejandro and video producer Mike Cuenca. Stephanie Cervantes leads marketing with production design by Seth Meisterman, animation and graphics by Jack Rossi and original music by Gelberg.

PATTON OSWALT’S Life at the Movies

Actor, comedian, and movie lover Patton Oswalt (RATATOUILLE, YOUNG ADULT, I LOVE MY DAD, GOAT) joins us on the podcast! We’re talking about everything from 70s low budget genre films to CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE THIRD KIND and PEE-WEE’S BIG ADVENTURE, from multiplexes in Virginia to the pre-Tarantino days at the New Beverly Cinema in Los Angeles. To watch this episode, head to our YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@AmericanCinematheque]. The American Cinematheque operates the Aero, Egyptian, and Los Feliz 3 Theatres in Los Angeles, with programming nationwide. The American Cinematheque is a 501c3 non-profit – if you’d like to learn more, donate, or become a member, head to americancinematheque.com [http://americancinematheque.com]. The show is executive produced by Grant Moninger alongside producer Victoria Alejandro and video producer Mike Cuenca. Stephanie Cervantes leads marketing with production design by Seth Meisterman, animation and graphics by Jack Rossi and original music by Gelberg.

DIEGO CALVA’S Life at the Movies

Actor Diego Calva (BABYLON, CLUB KID, HER PRIVATE HELL, THE NIGHT MANAGER, ON SWIFT HORSES) joins the podcast to tell us about his life at the movies! From growing up seeing movies at the Cineteca in Mexico City to accidentally becoming an actor, he tells us all about the films that shaped and inspired his career. We’re talking about everything from rapturous applause at a screening of AKIRA to the classics of Mexican cinema like Y TU MAMA TAMBIEN, and the films of Leos Carax and John Cassavetes. Season 2 of THE NIGHT MANAGER is streaming now on Prime Video. To watch this episode, head to our YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@AmericanCinematheque]. The American Cinematheque operates the Aero, Egyptian, and Los Feliz 3 Theatres in Los Angeles, with programming nationwide. The American Cinematheque is a 501c3 non-profit – if you’d like to learn more, donate, or become a member, head to americancinematheque.com [http://americancinematheque.com]. The show is executive produced by Grant Moninger alongside producer Victoria Alejandro and video producer Mike Cuenca. Stephanie Cervantes leads marketing with production design by Seth Meisterman, animation and graphics by Jack Rossi and original music by Gelberg.

A Very Special BLEAK WEEK Bonus Episode

The American Cinematheque’s annual festival celebrating the cinema of despair is back for its fifth year and GLOBAL for the first time! Chris Lemaire, director of programming at the American Cinematheque, joins the podcast to talk about the festival’s history, formative screenings, and highlights and special events coming to an independent cinema near you. Head to the Bleak Week landing page at the AC’s website to see a full list of venues and get your tickets: https://www.americancinematheque.com/series/bleak-week-cinema-of-despair-global-film-festival/ [https://www.americancinematheque.com/series/bleak-week-cinema-of-despair-global-film-festival/] To watch this episode, head to our YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@AmericanCinematheque]. The American Cinematheque operates the Aero, Egyptian, and Los Feliz 3 Theatres in Los Angeles, with programming nationwide. The American Cinematheque is a 501c3 non-profit – if you’d like to learn more, donate, or become a member, head to americancinematheque.com [http://americancinematheque.com]. The show is executive produced by Grant Moninger alongside producer Victoria Alejandro and video producer Mike Cuenca. Stephanie Cervantes leads marketing with production design by Seth Meisterman, animation and graphics by Jack Rossi and original music by Gelberg.