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Living the Dream: A Conversation with Film Producer, Writer & Director, Elizabeth Caddy on the Art of Making Film -- Part 1
Send us a textFilm producer and director, Elizabeth Caddy stops by the Fixate & Binge Podcast to discuss her love of making films and creating exciting, thought-provoking stories ranging from short films, feature films or the brilliant tv series, Gin & Platonic, which she executive produces.We also discuss Elizabeth's latest project -- A HOPEFUL MADNESS -- which she wrote and co-directed, that is currently making the rounds at multiple Independent Film Festivals, and winning several awards.We also dive into a previous Fixate & Binge Podcast topic about the pros and cons of Netflix and other streaming giants adjusting content to suit distracted viewers. You won't want to miss this one!And tune in NEXT WEEk -- as the conversation with Elizabeth continues as we discuss a completely new subject!Thank you for listening! You can find and follow us with the links below!Read our Letterboxd reviews at:https://letterboxd.com/fixateandbinge/Follow us on Instagram at:https://www.instagram.com/fixateandbingepodcast/?hl=msFollow us on TikTok at:https://www.tiktok.com/@fixateandbingepodcastVisit our website at:https://fixateandbingepodcast.com/
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Let's All Go to the Lobby with Special Guest Harry Marks: Discussing Classic and Old Hollywood Cinema!
Send us a textWelcome to Season 3, Episode 3 of The Fixate & Binge Podcast!This week's episode, I was honored to have Harry Marks of Lobby Intros drop by to discuss his recent viral TikTok review of Robert Eggers' NOSFERATU -- which has received (to date) over 1-million views!Harry also offers his insight on why classic cinema matters, where to get started for anyone hoping to start broadening their cinematic understanding with classic films from the past, and the worrying trend of so many incurious film students today are overlooking what made cinema so great.You can access Harry's content in a variety of ways -- from his classic cinema introductions available on his YouTube Channel (and also available on the free-to-stream app Mometu), as well as his Instagram HERE -- and especially on his TikTok account available HERE.Thank you for listening! You can find and follow us with the links below!Read our Letterboxd reviews at:https://letterboxd.com/fixateandbinge/Follow us on Instagram at:https://www.instagram.com/fixateandbingepodcast/?hl=msFollow us on TikTok at:https://www.tiktok.com/@fixateandbingepodcastVisit our website at:https://fixateandbingepodcast.com/
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Three New Films to Stream Now, Why WOLF MAN is all Bark, No Bite, & Elon Musk's "Salute"
Send us a textWelcome back!If you have Disney+/HULU and a AMC+/SHUDDER subscription -- you owe it to yourself to see the following films new to streaming:A REAL PAIN, Written, directed and starring Jesse Eisenberg and Kieran Culkin. Streaming now on Disney+/HULU.A DIFFERENT MAN, Written and directed by Aaron Schimberg, starring Sebastian Stan, Adam Pearson, Renate Reinsve. Streaming now on Disney+/HULU.RED ROOMS, Written and direct by Pascal Plante, starring Juliette Gariépy, Laurie Babin. Streaming now on AMC+/ShudderThank you for listening! You can find and follow us with the links below!Read our Letterboxd reviews at:https://letterboxd.com/fixateandbinge/Follow us on Instagram at:https://www.instagram.com/fixateandbingepodcast/?hl=msFollow us on TikTok at:https://www.tiktok.com/@fixateandbingepodcastVisit our website at:https://fixateandbingepodcast.com/
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AMERICAN PRIMEVAL is a Great Show, But...Letterboxd Review of EMILIA PERÉZ and Will the Dumbing Down of Netflix Content End the Golden Age of Television?
Send us a textWelcome to 2025 and a brand new year of The Fixate & Binge Podcast!In this episode, Netflix's new hit show -- AMERICAN PRIMEVAL -- is reviewed, but the question lingers: was there a better, more factually based story to be told from the Territory of Utah in the mid-19th century? Joe weighs in with some Mormon history...Joe also addresses news that streaming giants like Netflix are actively adjusting their content in the writing room to accommodate distracted subscribers who use their cell phones while watching content streaming on their platforms. Will this shift in content end the Golden Age of Television? Plus, The Fixate & BInge Podcast shares its' Letterboxd review of EMILIA PERÉZ -- the surprising winner of Best Picture in a Musical or Comedy at the 82nd Golden Globes -- an awards precursor to the Oscars. Thank you for stopping by, and I hope you're as excited as I am about the new year which is sure to bring its share of incredible television and cinema moments to celebrate and discuss on this podcast! Stay tuned!Thank you for listening! You can find and follow us with the links below!Read our Letterboxd reviews at:https://letterboxd.com/fixateandbinge/Follow us on Instagram at:https://www.instagram.com/fixateandbingepodcast/?hl=msFollow us on TikTok at:https://www.tiktok.com/@fixateandbingepodcastVisit our website at:https://fixateandbingepodcast.com/
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The Best of HBO/MAX in 2024, the Problem with Tyler Sheridan's LANDMAN, and a Spoiler-Free Letterboxd Review for Robert Egger's NOSFERATU
Send us a textWelcome to a short series of the best from streaming in 2024! This week's episode, I discuss the best that HBO/MAX offered subscribers with:THE PENGUINTRUE DETECTIVE: NIGHT COUNTRYHOUSE OF THE DRAGON (Season 2)THE FRANCHISE I also discuss the problem(s) with Tyler Sheridan's latest production, LANDMAN, starring Billy Bob Thornton, and Ali Larter.Lastly, I share my spoiler-free review of Robert Egger's passion project, NOSFERATU and why I think Lily-Rose Depp deserves an Oscar Nomination this year for her electrifying performance in the film.Thank you for listening! You can find and follow us with the links below!Read our Letterboxd reviews at:https://letterboxd.com/fixateandbinge/Follow us on Instagram at:https://www.instagram.com/fixateandbingepodcast/?hl=msFollow us on TikTok at:https://www.tiktok.com/@fixateandbingepodcastVisit our website at:https://fixateandbingepodcast.com/
Welcome to the Fixate & Binge Podcast, your one-stop destination that uses movies and television shows as a springboard to discuss life’s most important topics! Listen in to hear recommendations, reviews, and real-world applications on the meaning of the stories told through the medium of movies and television. Hosted by Joe Curdy, new episodes are released every Tuesday. Usually spanning 30-60 minutes each episode, you’ll come away with something to think about and a knowledge of which entertainment options are worth your time, and which are not.
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