Filmmaker Matt Shakman on introducing ‘The Fantastic Four’ to the MCU
This week on The Treatment, Elvis speaks with director Matt Shakman about his newest Marvel Cinematic Universe project, The Fantastic Four: First Steps. Then, Pee-wee as Himself director Matt Wolf stops by to discuss his Emmy-nominated HBO documentary about the late actor Paul Reubens. And on the Treat, director Eli Roth pays tribute to his late mentor.
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Stephen Merchant pops by for a chat
This week on The Treatment, Elvis speaks with writer, actor, and comedian Stephen Merchant about his career in comedy and drama. Then, Matt Lambert—founder of Atlanta-based brand Factor’s—stops by to talk about balancing lasting craftsmanship with wearability in his designs. And on the Treat, cinematographer Rodrigo Prieto discusses a mentor who gave him the confidence to begin his career.
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Ari Aster on making ‘Eddington’ feel like the internet
This week on The Treatment, Elvis speaks with Eddington writer and director Ari Aster about his new film set during the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic. Then, film critic and writer Kenneth Turan joins to discuss his book Louis B. Mayer and Irving Thalberg: The Whole Equation. And on the Treat, Sinners writer-director Ryan Coogler talks about a special musical journey he took prior to making the film.
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Documentarian Matt Tyrnauer takes on ‘Nobu’
This week on The Treatment, Elvis speaks with Nobu director Matt Tyrnauer about his documentary on the culinary legend. Then, filmmaker Joshua Rofé stops by to talk about his HBO documentary series The Mortician. And on the Treat, Pulitzer prize winner David Mamet hails the “wonderful” villain of a favorite 1971 crime drama.
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Chris + Paul Weitz explain ‘Murderbot’
This week on The Treatment, Elvis speaks with Murderbot co-creators Chris and Paul Weitz about the Apple TV+ sci-fi comedy series. Then, filmmaker Laurent Bouzereau stops by to break down his new documentary about the 50th anniversary of the summer blockbuster Jaws. And on The Treat, producer Will Packer reveals the film that gives him hope.
The Treatment is a compelling listen to the vital conversations about the catalysts of creative inspiration. Following some of the most interesting, influential, and crossover creators in the world of entertainment, fashion, sports, and the arts, we hear from tastemakers who are the very fabric that forms popular culture.