2023 is finally done and dusted, and so we're tying a bow on it — finally! Join Aaron for the last movie catch-up episode of the season, as he runs through the last batch of 2023 films — 34 films in total! — and talks a bit about each one.
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We caught an early screening of writer/director Emerald Fennell's latest film, Saltburn, a humorous, stylish, and sexy psychological thriller that essentially marries The Talented Mr. Ripley with Call Me By Your Name, with a Q&A with Fennell. Much like the film, the conversation is entertaining and funny, so kick back and enjoy yourself!
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We were fortunate enough to catch Mickey Reece's Country Gold on its pre-release road show in Austin, Texas, where the Oklahoma filmmaker fielded audience questions after the screening.
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Experimental artist, composer, and sound designer VAAAL joins Aaron to discuss the sonic sorcery and all around badassery of his score for Travis Stevens' A Wounded Fawn, which ranks amongst the year's very best. You can stream VAAAL's soundtrack anywhere you listen to music, and you can also check out the film right now via Shudder!
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Join Aaron as he counts down his ten favorite films from this year's Fantastic Fest. Which amazing film will earn the right to call itself "Best in Fest"?! You'll have to listen to find out!
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Mickey Reece and Ben Hall join Aaron for a chat about Reece's latest film, Country Gold. The pair star as Troyal Brux (a riff on Garth Brooks) and George Jones, and they spend a night out on the town in Nashville before Jones is to be cryogenically frozen, waxing philosophical, ruminating on regret, and contemplating artistry and legacy.
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Aaron had the honor of catching up with New Orleans writer/director Joe Badon on the last day of Fantastic Fest. The pair talk about Badon's latest film, The Blood Of The Dinosaurs, its conception and production, and much much more!
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Fantastic Fest got turned on its head by Ruben Östlund's latest film, Triangle Of Sadness. This savage satire is one wildly entertaining and wickedly funny ride that takes a thought-provoking swerve. The film was a great way to close out the festival, and it was made all the better by Dolly De Leon being in attendance!
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Things get seriously jacked up in this latest Q&A for Alex Phillips' All Jacked Up And Full Of Worms. The film takes viewers on a silly, sleazy, slimy, and strange ride that is sure to worm its way into the hearts of midnight movie maniacs. Obviously, this one won't be for everyone. Writer/director Alex Phillips and producers Georgia Bernstein and and Ben Gojer were attendance, and they jacked everyone up on free worms!
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Things get contorted in this bone-snappin' Fantastic Fest Q&A for Huesera. The film is a character-driven psychological horror about one woman's contorted collapse under the weight of motherhood, and it features a strong lead performance, some really striking images, and effective sound design. Aaron was fortunate to attend the film's Texas premiere, which had writer/director Michelle Garza Cervera, co-writer Abia Castillo, and lead actress Natalia Solián in attendance.
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Things get Lynchian in this latest Fantastic Fest Q&A for Alexandre O. Philippe's latest documentary, Lynch/Oz. The film is an affectionate love letter to that films of David Lynch that uses his obsession with The Wizard Of Oz as a means to contextualizing his work. Aaron attended the Texas premiere, which featured a Q&A with producer Kerry Deignan Roy, editor Aaron Lawrence, and composer David Lawrence.
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Get back to childhood with this latest Fantastic Fest Q&A for Kids vs. Aliens. The film is the latest from Hobo With A Shotgun writer/director Jason Eisner, and man oh man, is it an absolute blast. The Q&A features Eisner, lead actor Dominic Mariche, and producers Brad Miska and Josh Goldbloom.
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Fantastic Fest 2022 coverage continues with a Q&A with the dark tourist himself, David Farrier, for his latest documentary, Mister Organ. We were tickled to be at the film's world premiere at this year’s festival; it was an absolute blast. Farrier is hilarious and his latest film is going to take audiences for another wild ride.
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Aaron is back with more fantastic gifts from this year's Fantastic Fest! This episode features Spanish filmmaker Jaume Balagueró for his latest film Venus, which blends crime thriller with cosmic and supernatural horror to interesting affect. Balagueró talks about the film's themes, strong female characters, oh, and Lovecraftian penises!
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Aaron returns with more Fantastic Fest 2022 goodness! This episode takes listeners inside filmmaker Mickey Reece's latest effort, Country Gold. The Q&A features Reece alongside fellow actor Ben Hall, with a slew of cast and crew present as well. It's a great time — and one you won't want to miss out on!
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Aaron is back with another Fantastic Fest 2022 Q&A! This time, it's for an arty, oddball horror flick called A Wounded Fawn. Writer/director Travis Stevens and lead actors Josh Ruben and Sarah Lind were present for the Q&A, as well as some members of the production team, including composer VAAAL.
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Fantastic Fest 2022 kicked off it's week-long festivities with the world premiere of Smile with writer/director Parker Finn and Sosie Bacon in attendance!
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We caught the world premiere of the latest installment into the V/H/S franchise, V/H/S/94, at this year’s Fantastic Fest with most of the filmmakers, as well as producer Josh Goldbloom, in attendance. The film features five new segments from Simon Barrett, Chloe Okuno, Ryan Prows, Jennifer Reeder, and Timo Tjahjanto, and takes viewers for a gory good ride that attempts to right the wrongs of the franchise’s previous entry.
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