Beyond the Screenplay
Michael Tucker, creator of "Lessons from the Screenplay," and the LFTS team explore the storytelling of individual movies in depth. They analyze narrative techniques and interview filmmakers about their creative processes. The podcast offers insights into what makes film stories compelling.
Episodes
Beyond the Screenplay Writes a Movie | Patreon Preview
Listen to the full episode over on the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/beyondthescreenplay/posts/beyond-writes-168200117With this video we're trying a different format, and we'd really love to hear your feedback!In this episode, the BTS team attempts to write an original movie pitch in 80 minutes. But we aren't starting from scratch—we get starting constraints ch
Episode 211: Fixing Prometheus
The team behind Lessons from the Screenplay breaks down the narrative of Prometheus to extract storytelling lessons and explore the kinds of tools writers can use to address various problems in their stories. In particular, we look at the motivation of the central characters, the themes the filmmakers seemed to be interested in examining, and the overall onslaught of themes, rules, creatures, and
Episode 210: The Odyssey
The BTS team discusses Odysseus' character arc, Nolan's modern approach to crafting a mythological epic, and the story's themes of homecoming, hospitality, and guilt.Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/LZIQUlPEh24🎬 Join our community! Head to the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/beyondthescreenplay🎬 Beyond the Screenplay o
Episode 209: Disclosure Day
The BTS team discusses Spielberg legacy of alien encounter movies, the bombastic action sequences, the performances and character design, and how it all comes together in the film's final moments.Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Z9tgsDlBJTg🎬 Join our community! Head to the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/beyondthescreenplay🎬 B
Episode 208: Fixing The Dark Knight Rises
The team behind Lessons from the Screenplay breaks down the narrative of The Dark Knight Rises to extract storytelling lessons and explore the kinds of tools writers can use to address various problems in their stories. In particular, we look at the design of Bane's character, the complicated nature of Bane's plan, and the struggle of balancing so many supporting characters.NOTE: We record
Patreon Preview: The Princess Bride
From of our patron-exclusive episode on The Princess Bride. Listen to the full episode over on the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/patreon-princess-155569899🎬 Join our community! Head to the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/beyondthescreenplay👕 Beyond the Screenplay Merch: https://lessons
Episode 207: Project Hail Mary
The BTS team discusses the film's tone, the effect of its parallel timelines, and why it feels like a throwback to some of Steven Spielberg's early sci-fi films.Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Bw4eodxnAOw🎬 Join our community! Head to the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/beyondthescreenplay🎬 Beyond the Screenplay on YouTube
Patreon Preview: The Martian
From of our patron-exclusive episode on The Martian. Listen to the full episode over on the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/patreon-martian-153766625🎬 Join our community! Head to the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/beyondthescreenplay👕 BEYOND THE SCREENPLAY MERCH https://lessons-from-the
Patreon Preview: Fight Club
In this preview of our patron-exclusive episode on Fight Club, the BTS team discusses their initial reactions to the film as well as its structural framework.Listen to the full episode over on the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/posts/151754250🎬 Join our community! Head to the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/beyondthescreen
Episode 206: Bugonia
The BTS team discusses the film's use of containment and dialogue-heavy scenes, dissect how the direction, performances, and score make it all feel epic, and contemplate whether the absurdist approach keeps the story from feeling too pessimistic.Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/e03TLrSMkeQ🎬 Join our community! Head to the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon:
Patreon Preview: Marty Supreme
In this preview of our patron-exclusive episode on Marty Supreme, the BTS team discusses the design of Marty's character arc(s).Listen to the full episode over on the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/posts/149463306🎬 Join our community! Head to the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/beyondthescreenplay👕 BEYOND THE SCREENPLA
Episode 205: Stranger Things (Season 5, Vol. 3)
The BTS team discusses the finale's pacing, the construction and function of a scene, and how this season and how to bring a show this massive to a satisfying conclusion.Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/uL5_ERvsxAk🎬 Join our community! Head to the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/beyondthescreenplay🎬 Beyond the Screenplay on Yo
Episode 204: Stranger Things (Season 5, Vol. 2)
The BTS team explore the challenges of character arcs, emotional stakes, and the impact of online discourse on media reception. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/G1Mml7V-vQ0Tricia's Coverage and Consulting: https://www.triciaaurand.com/🎬 Join our community! Head to the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/beyondthescreenplay🎬 Beyond
Patreon Preview: Wake Up Dead Man - A Knives Out Mystery
From of our patron-exclusive episode on Wake Up Dead Man. Listen to the full episode over on the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/posts/wake-up-dead-man-146114724🎬 Beyond the Screenplay on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeyondTheScreenplay🎬 Join our community! Head to the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/beyondthescreenpla
Episode 203: Stranger Things (Season 5, Vol. 1)
The BTS team discusses narrative time jumps, what makes Will's arc so powerful., and what we're hoping for from the final episodes. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/PTpPg-xcq54🎬 Join our community! Head to the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/beyondthescreenplay🎬 Beyond the Screenplay on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Be
Patreon Preview: Wicked: For Good
From of our patron-exclusive episode on Wicked: For Good. Listen to the full episode over on the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/posts/144427415🎬 Beyond the Screenplay on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeyondTheScreenplay🎬 Join our community! Head to the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/beyondthescreenplay👕 Beyond the Scr
Patreon Preview: One Battle After Another
From of our patron-exclusive episode on One Battle After Another. Listen to the full episode over on the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/posts/patreon-one-142443384🎬 Beyond the Screenplay on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeyondTheScreenplay🎬 Join our community! Head to the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/beyondthescreen
Episode 202: Clueless (L.A. Live Show!)
The BTS team discusses the careful character design of Cher, breaks down what makes every scene feel so entertaining and takes audience questions and comments. Live from the Laemmle Glendale Theater as closing night of the Glendale International Film Festival.Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/hnWEqPHNKx8🎬 Join our community! Head to the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon:
Live LA Recording!
🎟️ TICKETS: https://www.tix.com/ticket-sales/glendalearts/7335/event/1442578🎟️Beyond the Screenplay has been invited to host an in-person, real life episode recording in the LA area next Tuesday, September 30th!As part of the closing night celebration of the Glendale International Film Festival, all four of us will be hosting a screening of Clueless, the 1995 classic celebrating its thirtieth ann
Patreon Preview: Andor (Season 2)
From of our patron-exclusive episode on Andor. Listen to the full episode over on the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/posts/137646578🎬 Beyond the Screenplay on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeyondTheScreenplay🎬 Join our community! Head to the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/beyondthescreenplay👕 Beyond the Screenplay Mer
Episode 201: The Fountain
The BTS team discusses the film's aesthetic triumphs, why it works as an allegory, and how budgetary constraints may have made for a more focused final product.Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ymaFd4Z50ZUBig Swing Summer Schedule: https://www.patreon.com/posts/131204547🎬 Join our community! Head to the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.
Episode 200: Pulp Fiction
The BTS team discusses the function of nonlinear structure, how the dialogue expertly establishes stakes, and what makes the opening act is so compelling.Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/NcXpRUWVCqcBig Swing Summer Schedule: https://www.patreon.com/posts/131204547🎬 Join our community! Head to the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/be
Episode 199: Romeo + Juliet
The BTS team discusses Baz Luhrmann's style and whether it adds or detracts from the narrative, the choice to use Shakespeare's original dialogue, and why we want a Mercutio and Tybalt spin-off.Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/iJBb62bI-SkBig Swing Summer Schedule: https://www.patreon.com/posts/131204547🎬 Join our community! Head to the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon:
Patreon Preview: Cloud Atlas
From of our patron-exclusive episode on Cloud Atlas. Listen to the full episode over on the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/posts/patreon-cloud-133251641🎬 Beyond the Screenplay on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeyondTheScreenplay🎬 Join our community! Head to the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/beyondthescreenplay👕 Beyo
Episode 198: A.I. Artificial Intelligence
The BTS team discusses the film's decades-long development, its rich story world, and ultimately how inconsistencies in pacing, character motivation, and tone keep it from feeling like a cohesive narrative.Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/x7zpbrdCM4sBig Swing Summer Schedule: https://www.patreon.com/posts/131204547🎬 Join our community! Head to the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon:
Episode 197: La La Land
The BTS team discusses the construction of a modern musical with a small cast, the central's character's choices and motivations, and how the opening musical number sets the stage for the rest of the film.Big Swing Summer Schedule: https://www.patreon.com/posts/131204547🎬 Join our community! Head to the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/beyondthes
Episode 196: Interstellar
The BTS team discusses the film's grounded central relationship, ambitious plot mechanics, and masterful blending of the two at the story's midpoint.Big Swing Summer Schedule: https://www.patreon.com/posts/131204547🎬 Join our community! Head to the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/beyondthescreenplay🎬 Beyond the Screenplay on YouTube: htt
Announcing our Summer Schedule!
We're launching our summer season, "Big Swing Summer" with a new episode releasing every Friday! We'll be taking a look at ambitious movies where the filmmakers reached for the stars and discussing what can be both lost and gained by taking such big swings.June 13th: InterstellarJune 20th: La La LandJune 27th: A.I. Artificial IntelligenceJuly 4th: Patreon-Exclusive — Cloud AtlasJ
Patreon Preview: The Last of Us Season 2 Dissection
In this preview of our patron-exclusive episode on The Last of Us (Season 2), the BTS team discusses a crucial scene in the game and how it compares to the series.Listen to the full episode over on the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/c/beyondthescreenplay🎬 Join our community! Head to the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bey
Patreon Preview: Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning
In this preview of our patron-exclusive episode on Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning, the BTS team shares their initial reactions to the film.Listen to the full episode over on the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/posts/patron-exclusive-130269997🎬 Join our community! Head to the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/beyond
Patreon Preview: The Last of Us (Season 1)
In this preview of our patron-exclusive episode on The Last of Us (Season 1), the BTS team shares their initial reactions to the film.Listen to the full episode over on the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/c/beyondthescreenplay🎬 Join our community! Head to the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/beyondthescreenplay🎬 Beyond the
The Last of Us Season 2, Episode 1 | What We're Watching
In this episode, the team discusses the premiere of The Last of Us Season 2, exploring themes of character development, the adaptation process from video game to television, and the balance between narrative and action. They delve into the significance of time jumps, the introduction of new characters, and the emotional stakes involved in the storytelling.🎬 Join our community! Head to the Beyond t
The White Lotus Season 3, Episode 8 | What We're Watching
In this episode, the Beyond the Screenplay team discusses the season finale of White Lotus Season 3, Episode 8, titled 'Amor Fati.' They explore the themes of fate, character arcs, and the narrative structure of the season. The participants delve into the complexities of the third season of 'The White Lotus,' discussing its balance of satire and seriousness, the buildup of tension,
The White Lotus Season 3, Episode 7 | What We're Watching
In this episode of Beyond the Screenplay, the team discusses the penultimate episode of The White Lotus, focusing on the themes of violence, character dynamics, and narrative structure. They explore how the show subverts expectations, the complexity of relationships, and the characters' journeys towards self-revelation and identity. The conversation highlights the show's unique storytellin
The White Lotus Season 3, Episode 6 | What We're Watching
In this episode of Beyond the Screenplay, the team discusses White Lotus Season 3, Episode 5, titled 'Full Moon Party.' They explore the midpoint of the season, character development, thematic elements, and the role of music and style in storytelling. The conversation highlights the importance of irreversible decisions and how they impact character growth, as well as the show's ability to create t
The White Lotus Season 3, Episode 5 | What We're Watching
In this episode of Beyond the Screenplay, the team discusses White Lotus Season 3, Episode 5, titled 'Full Moon Party.' They explore the midpoint of the season, character development, thematic elements, and the role of music and style in storytelling. The conversation highlights the importance of irreversible decisions and how they impact character growth, as well as the show's ability
The White Lotus Season 3, Episode 4 | What We're Watching
In this episode of Beyond the Screenplay, the team discusses The White Lotus Season 3, Episode 4, titled 'Hide or Seek.' They explore character dynamics, emotional tensions, and the slow progression of plot and character arcs. The conversation delves into the lack of dramatic reversals, the humor found in conflict, and the overall darker tone of the season. The hosts express their hopes fo
Episode 195: Anora
The BTS team discusses the film's pacing and structure, the humanizing design of the main and supporting characters, and the themes of agency, control, and transactional relationships.🎬 Join our community! Head to the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/beyondthescreenplay👕 BEYOND THE SCREENPLAY MERCH https://lessons-fr
White Lotus Season 3, Episode 3 | What We're Watching
In this episode of Beyond The Screenplay, the team discusses the third episodes of White Lotus Season 3. They analyze character dynamics, pacing, and the political themes presented in the episode. The conversation highlights the show's unique approach to storytelling, the challenges of an ensemble cast, and the expectations of the audience in a weekly release format. The discussion also touche
Patreon Preview: Chicago
In this preview of our patron-exclusive episode on Chicago, the BTS team shares their initial reactions to the film.Listen to the full episode over on the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/c/beyondthescreenplayWicked Winter Schedule: https://www.patreon.com/posts/announcing-our-120912821🎬 Join our community! Head to the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon:
Episode 194: The Brutalist
The BTS team discusses the film's focused story and character blueprint, its hefty runtime and structure, and the thematic foundation holding it all together.Wicked Winter Schedule: https://www.patreon.com/posts/announcing-our-120912821🎬 Join our community! Head to the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/beyondthescreenplay👕 BEYOND THE SCREENPLA
White Lotus Season 3, Episodes 1&2 | What We're Watching
In this episode of Beyond The Screenplay, the team discusses the first two episodes of White Lotus Season 3. They explore their relationships with the previous seasons, character dynamics, and the challenges of engaging with prestige TV.🎬 Join our community! Head to the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/beyondthescreenplay👕 BEYOND THE SCREENPLAY M
Patreon Preview: Network
In this preview of our patron-exclusive episode on Network, the BTS team shares their initial reactions to the film.Listen to the full episode over on the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/c/beyondthescreenplayWicked Winter Schedule: https://www.patreon.com/posts/announcing-our-120912821🎬 Join our community! Head to the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon:
Episode 193: Challengers
The BTS team discusses the film’s nonlinear narrative structure, the iconic but sometimes disorienting score, and a love triangle where all the corners touch.Wicked Winter Schedule: https://www.patreon.com/posts/announcing-our-120912821🎬 Join our community! Head to the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/beyondthescreenplay👕 BEYOND THE SCREENPLAY ME
Episode 192: Sicario
The BTS team discusses how direction and cinematography can elevate theme, the film's unforgettable action sequences, and all things POV.
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Patreon Preview: Wicked
In this preview of our patron-exclusive episode on Wicked, the BTS team shares their initial reactions to the film.
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Episode 191: The Wizard of Oz
The BTS team discusses the film's tight structure, why its characters are so memorable, and the lasting impact the film has had on the pop culture landscape.
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Announcing our Winter Schedule!
We're launching our winter season, "Wicked Winter" with a new episode releasing every Friday! We're starting with two trips to Oz this Friday followed by a look at some of the more wicked award contenders from this year and years past.
January 31st: The Wizard of Oz
January 31st: Patreon-Exclusive — Wicked
February 7th: Sicario
February 14th: Challengers
February 21st: Patreon-Exclusive — Network
Episode 190: L.A. Confidential
The BTS team discusses the film’s three distinctive protagonists, how the plot remains clear despite its complexity, and why the finale is such a fun and satisfying payoff.
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Patreon Preview: Mrs. Doubtfire
In this preview of our patron-exclusive episode on Mrs. Doubtfire, the BTS team shares their initial reactions to the film.
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Episode 189: American Beauty
The BTS team discusses the film's intricate character web, the competing themes of façade and self-discovery, and how the project evolved dramatically from script to post-production.
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Patreon Preview: Labyrinth
In this preview of our patron-exclusive episode on Labyrinth, the BTS team shares their initial reactions to the film.
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Episode 188: Being John Malkovich
The BTS team discusses the Kaufman/Jonze approach to absurdist comedy, how the swift pacing energizes the film, and why thematic cohesion is so crucial to keeping a story grounded.
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Episode 187: Raising Arizona
The BTS team discusses the Coen Brothers' first comedy outing, how the film's themes and character work ground the larger than life presentation, and whether young Nicolas Cage is actually Timothée Chalamet.
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Patreon Preview: Mulholland Drive
In this preview of our patron-exclusive episode on Mulholland Drive, the BTS team shares their initial reactions to the film.
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Fall Favorites Season Schedule: https://www.patreon.com/posts/announcing-our-114142028
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Episode 186: E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial
The BTS team discusses the use of symbols, early Spielberg's approach to filmmaking, and how the harrowing third act left a permanent impression on us all.
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Announcing our Fall Schedule!
We're launching our fall season, "Fall Favorites" with a new episode releasing every Friday! Each of us is bringing two movies from our top ten lists to the table and sharing why we love them so much!
October 25th: E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial
October 31st: Patreon-Exclusive — Mulholland Drive
November 8th: Raising Arizona
November 15th: Being John Malkovich
November 22nd: Patreon-Exclusive — Labyr
Patreon Preview: Garden State
In this preview of our patron-exclusive episode on Garden State, the BTS team shares their initial reactions to the film.
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Episode 185: Alien: Romulus
The BTS team discusses the film's attempt to connect multiple facets from the Alien franchise, the design and motivations of the central characters, and the big swing the story takes in the third act.
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Patreon Preview: Alien 3
In this preview of our patron-exclusive episode on Alien 3, the BTS team shares their initial reactions to the film.
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Episode 184: Avatar: The Way of Water (from the Patreon Vault)
In this episode pulled from Patreon "Vault," the BTS team shares their thoughts on Avatar: The Way of Water. Originally released to patrons December 23rd, 2022.
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Episode 183: Deadpool & Wolverine
Part of the BTS team is joined by Ed Vega and Sven Pape to discuss the latest entry in the MCU, X-Men, and Deadpool franchises, which character and structural beats worked and which didn't, and why making sure the audience has fun is so important.
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Patreon Preview: Twisters
In this preview of our patron-exclusive episode on Twisters, the BTS team shares their initial reactions to the film.
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Episode 182: Twister
The BTS team discusses focusing on character in a high concept blockbuster, the film’s kinetic pacing and energy, and how the tornados are depicted as an antagonistic force.
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Episode 181: A Quiet Place: Day One
The BTS team discusses the character design of Sam and Eric, the film's place as a prequel, and why a director's cut could help fill out the characters and story world.
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Episode 180: Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga
The BTS team discusses the film's episodic structure, the design and goals of the three central characters, and the gloriously insane action sequences of a modern Mad Max installment.
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Patreon Preview: Inside Out 2
In this preview of our patron-exclusive episode on Inside Out 2, the BTS team shares their initial reactions to the film.
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Announcing our Summer Schedule!
We're launching our summer season, "Sequel Summer" with a new episode releasing every Friday! We'll be focusing on sequels (and a couple prequels) hitting theaters this summer and examining what audiences look for in films continuing an existing franchise.
June 28th: Patreon-Exclusive — Inside Out 2
July 5th: Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga
July 12th: A Quiet Place: Day One
July 19th: T
Patreon Preview: GoldenEye
In this preview of our patron-exclusive episode on GoldenEye, the BTS team shares their initial reactions to the film.
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Episode 179: The Bourne Ultimatum
The BTS team discusses how the final installment in the Bourne trilogy continues the fun spy games of the first two films, how the chronology of the plot intertwines with the previous film, and how it brings Bourne's story to a satisfying conclusion.
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Episode 178: The Bourne Supremacy
The BTS team discusses how Paul Greengrass continued what Doug Liman started, the theme of acceptance, and why the character of Pamela Landy was such a win for the franchise.
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Episode 177: The Bourne Identity
The BTS team discusses the style and tone The Bourne Identity brought to the action genre, how the plot and character motivations constantly propel the action forward, and what makes the central characters of the franchise so compelling.
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Announcing our Spring Schedule!
We're launching our spring mini-season, "Spy Spring" with a new episode releasing every Friday! We're focusing on the Bourne trilogy, but we couldn't resist stirring GoldenEye into the mix as well.
May 17th: The Bourne Identity
May 24th: The Bourne Supremacy
May 31st: The Bourne Ultimatum
June 7th: Patreon-Exclusive — GoldenEye
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Patreon Preview: The Talented Mr. Ripley
In this preview of our patron-exclusive episode on The Talented Mr. Ripley, the BTS team shares their initial reactions to the film.
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Episode 176: Oppenheimer
The BTS team discusses how Christopher Nolan brings his unique filmmaking style to the biopic genre, when structural complexity can help or hinder a story, and why a strong theme is necessary to hold it all together.
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Patreon Preview: Fargo
In this preview of our patron-exclusive episode on Fargo, the BTS team shares their initial reactions to the film.
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Episode 175: Dune: Part Two
The BTS team discusses the spectacle of a Denis Villeneuve cinematic experience, the film's structural choices, and what we might see from the future of the franchise.
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Episode 174: Past Lives
The BTS team discusses the film's strong tone, how its structure invests the audience in both sets of character relationships, and why the ending sequence hits so hard.
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The BTS team discusses what makes a good performance, the different styles of acting, actor-director relationships, and what kind of performances we typically choose to award.
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Episode 173: Anatomy of a Fall
The BTS team discusses the control of information, the constant raising of stakes and urgency, and question how exactly the French justice system works.
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