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It’s a stunning lineup this week on the Way Too Indiecast as Loki himself, Tom Hiddleston, joins the show along with director Marc Abraham to talk about their new movie I Saw the Light, based on the final years of country music icon Hank Williams’ life. Mr. Hiddleston also talks about working with Elizabeth Olsen, learning to sing with country legends, and his take on irascible MCU fans. Also joining the show is filmmaker Dennis Hauck, whose new film Too Late is in theaters now, exclusively screening in 35mm. The film stars John Hawkes as a private detective and is divided into five short stories, each consisting of one, uninterrupted shot. He talks about why the movie took years to make, his decision to only screen on 35mm, working with John Hawkes, and everything else you need to know about one of the most unique film releases of the year. Topics Tom Hiddleston and Marc Abraham Talk I Saw the Light (5:36) Dennis Hauck Talks Too Late (43:03) Articles Referenced I Saw the Light Interview Too Late Review Subscribe to the Way Too Indiecast Subscribe to our podcast on iTunes Subscribe on Stitcher

In one of the biggest, baddest episodes of the Way Too Indiecast yet, we welcome two of the best directors in the game as we hear from Richard Linklater about his ’80s college hangout movie Everybody Wants Some!! and are joined by Jeff Nichols, whose sci-fi thriller Midnight Special hits theaters this weekend as well. WTI’s very own Ananda Dillon chats with Bernard about what she saw of AMC’s new Preacher series at WonderCon this past weekend, and if that wasn’t enough, the Dastardly Dissenter himself, CJ Prince, chimes in to talk about the recent controversy surrounding the Tribeca Film Festival and share his Indie Pick of the Week. Whew! What are you waiting for? Dive into the deep end of this week’s pool of ooey gooey Indiecast goodness! And if that last sentence grosses you out…um…just hit play and enjoy. Topics Indie Picks (5:18) Richard Linklater (18:42) Preacher Preview (32:17) Tribeca Vaxxed Controversy (51:13) Jeff Nichols (1:06:32) Articles Referenced City of Gold Interview Fireworks Wednesday Review Everybody Wants Some!! Interview Midnight Special Interview Preacher Preview Subscribe to the Way Too Indiecast Subscribe to our podcast on iTunes Subscribe on Stitcher

This week, CJ’s in conversation with writer/director Paul Taylor and producer Alex Megaro of Driftwood, which won the Grand Jury Prize for Best Narrative at Slamdance this year. Also, Bernard chimes in to share his thoughts on this weekend’s gigantic release, Batman v Superman. We all know by now that the Zack Snyder-directed superhero mash-up hasn’t been received well by critics, but Bernard breaks down exactly what goes wrong in this woefully misguided missed opportunity of a blockbuster. Topics Indie Pick (1:32) Batman v Superman (5:02) Paul Taylor and Alex Megaro talk Driftwood (18:46) Articles Referenced Driftwood Review Spinning Plates Review Batman v Superman Review Subscribe to the Way Too Indiecast Subscribe to our podcast on iTunes Subscribe on Stitcher

The Dastardly Dissenter returns as CJ teams with Bernard to bring you this week’s show, in which they discuss their favorite “directorial left turns,” which also happens to be the subject of this month’s Way Too Indie staff feature. Also, incomparable film essayist and filmmaker Mark Rappaport joins the show to talk about his filmography, which you can find right now EXCLUSIVELY on Fandor! Mark’s two latest videos, Debra Paget, For Example and Max, James & Danielle, are available to stream as of TODAY via our friends at Fandor, so don’t waste another second! Subscribe to Fandor now and discover one of the most singular, fascinating filmmakers working today. Topics Indie Picks (3:50) Directorial Left Turns (15:23) Mark Rappaport (1:07:49) Articles Referenced The Battery Capsule Review Altman Review Our Favorite Directorial Left Turns Subscribe to the Way Too Indiecast Subscribe to our podcast on iTunes Subscribe on Stitcher

Bernard flies solo on this week’s episode as he interviews Eye In The Sky director Gavin Hood. From the ethics of drone warfare to the art of creating a film’s rhythm, the conversation spans myriad subjects surrounding the drone-warfare thriller starring Helen Mirren, Alan Rickman, Aaron Paul and more. Plus, Bernard shares his Indie Pick of the Week, flash-reviews Hello, My Name Is Doris and Knight of Cups, and rants about Marvel and DC’s upcoming superhero team-up movies. Topics Indie Pick (1:27) Superhero Team-Up Thoughts (3:08) Knight of Cups (10:21) Hello, My Name Is Doris (14:55) Gavin Hood (18:55) Articles Referenced They Look Like People Interview Knight of Cups Review Hell0, My Name Is Doris Review Subscribe to the Way Too Indiecast Subscribe to our podcast on iTunes Subscribe on Stitcher

This week, Bernard, CJ and Zach react to the Oscars! Listen to find out how they did on their predictions and hear their thoughts on the show’s overall presentation. Also, filmmaker Alex Proyas recently lashed out at movie critics following a landslide of negative reviews for his movie Gods of Egypt. The boys dissect his resentment and discuss whether the hate is misplaced, misguided, or perhaps even warranted. Plus, we’ve got three new, glistening, unbelievable, don’t-miss-it-or-we’ll-kick-your-ass amazing Indie Picks of the Week! Topics Indie Picks (3:53) Oscar Reactions (15:46) Alex Proyas Critic Hate (1:00:57) Articles Referenced Cemetery of Splendour TIFF Review The Witch Review The Witch Indiecast Impossible Light Interview Oscar Foreign Film Feature Subscribe to the Way Too Indiecast Subscribe to our podcast on iTunes Subscribe on Stitcher

It’s the end of Indiecast Week and in anticipation of tomorrow’s Oscars, Bernard and CJ share their picks for who should and will win! Also, two special guests join the show as director John Hillcoat and Breaking Bad actor Aaron Paul talk about their new crime-thriller, Triple 9, out in theaters now. Bernard shares his impressions of the film and the boys offer two more Indie Picks of the Week. What more could you want? We hope you enjoyed Indiecast Week as much as we did! Topics Indie Picks (3:17) Oscar Picks (15:42) John Hillcoat (37:57) Aaron Paul (47:47) Triple 9 Review (50:16) Articles Referenced Triple 9 Review Tobias Lindholm Interview Aaron Paul Long Interview John Hillcoat Long Interview Subscribe to the Way Too Indiecast Subscribe to our podcast on iTunes Subscribe on Stitcher

We’re back! On the second episode of the Way Too Indiecast this week we welcome the biggest guest we’ve had on the show thus far, Hugh Jackman! He, Taron Egerton and director Dexter Fletcher are talking about their new film, Eddie The Eagle in a particularly unique interview environment. Also, good friend of the show Christopher Jason Bell sits down for a snack-‘n’-chat with Bernard to talk about what it’s like to be an independent filmmaker presenting a movie at a film festival and conducting a Q&A with a (sometimes tiny) audience. On top of all that, Bernard and CJ share some brand new Indie Picks and talk about their favorite movies based on inspirational true stories. It’s a packed show and we’ve still got more Indiecast awesomeness coming your way tomorrow when John Hillcoat and Breaking Bad‘s Aaron Paul join us to talk about their new film, Triple 9! See you back here in 24 hours! Topics Indie Picks (5:34) Christopher Jason Bell (17:00) Favorite “Inspirational True Story” Movies (33:02) Eddie The Eagle (53:46) Articles Referenced The Winds That Scatter Indiecast Subscribe to the Way Too Indiecast Subscribe to our podcast on iTunes Subscribe on Stitcher

It’s podcast week here at Way Too Indie as we have not one, not two, but THREE episodes of the Way Too Indiecast for your listening pleasure between now and Friday! With too many special guests to handle this week, we were forced to split them up into a trilogy of movie-talk goodness. From indie up-and-comers to festival programmers to Australian A-list actors (get me, bub?), we’ve got so many amazing interviews from across the entire movie spectrum for you in the coming days that you’d do yourself a disservice to not tune in to your favorite movie podcast EVER! For today’s show, Bernard is joined by WTI’s own Ananda Dillon to review period-horror breakout The Witch, and we’ll also hear from director Robert Eggers to cap off the conversation. Closing out the show is longtime San Francisco movie-series programmer and organizer Elliot Lavine, whose new series “Hollywood Before the Code: SEX! CRIME!! HORROR!!!” is playing for six consecutive Wednesdays at the Castro Theater starting tomorrow night. It’s an insightful, unapologetic, entertaining conversation with one of the most knowledgeable, charismatic programmers in the country and it’s one true cinephiles won’t want to miss. Be sure to come back tomorrow night for our interview with the folks behind the new film Eddie the Eagle, out in theaters this Friday. We’ll be chatting it up with director Dexter Fletcher, star Taron Egerton (Kingsman: The Secret Service) and his dashing co-star, the one and only Hugh Jackman! See you then! Topics The Witch (7:34) Elliot Lavine (36:30) Articles Referenced The Witch Review Robert Eggers Interview Subscribe to the Way Too Indiecast Subscribe to our podcast on iTunes Subscribe on Stitcher  

This week, CJ and Bernard take a look at the recent trend of nostalgia-driven franchise resurrections on this week’s show, inspired by the release of Zoolander 2. The boys are also joined by filmmaker Nathan Williams to talk about his paranoia thriller If There’s A Hell Below, which just recently screened and got a warm reception at Slamdance. PLUS, we’ve got a fresh batch of Indie Picks for you to gnaw your teeth on, including a film from friend of the show J.P. Chan! Click play and let the indie-loving, Hollywood-hating goodness wash over you like a ray of sunlight from the heavens… Topics Indie Picks (1:50) If There’s A Hell Below (10:59) Zoolander 2 and Nostalgic Resurrections (43:34) Articles Referenced If There’s A Hell Below Review A Picture of You Review Southbound Review Southbound Interview Zoolander 2 Review Subscribe to the Way Too Indiecast Subscribe to our podcast on iTunes Subscribe on Stitcher

CJ and Bernard tackle the #OscarsSoWhite controversy on this week’s episode, delving into the complexities of the pre-awards show debacle and the larger social issue it stems from. To help balance out the heavy shit, we’ll check in on Darth Dissenter himself as he finally shares with us his thoughts on Star Wars: The Force Awakens. Better late than never! Plus, Bernard fills us in on a mildly traumatic experience he had involving the legendary Sally Field. All that, plus our Indie Picks of the Week, on this episode of the Way Too Indiecast! Topics Indie Picks (3:10) CJ’s Star Wars: The Force Awakens Thoughts (13:49) Bernard’s Sally Field Incident (26:35) #OscarsSoWhite Debacle (39:43) Articles Referenced Cartel Land Review Cartel Land Interview Star Wars: The Force Awakens Indiecast Subscribe to the Way Too Indiecast Subscribe to our podcast on iTunes Subscribe on Stitcher

It’s the most common question one is asked as a movie writer: What’s your favorite movie? On the occasion of our 50th episode of the Way Too Indiecast, your hosts Bernard, CJ and Dustin have decided to share with you their favorite movies, the movies that defined them as cinephiles and changed the way they look at the art form. Plus, two very special guests join the show as H.P. Mendoza (I Am A Ghost) and J.P. Chan (A Picture of You) share their picks. Here’s to 50 episodes and many more to come! Topics Dustin’s Favorite Movie (4:13) CJ’s Favorite Movie (25:20) Bernard’s Favorite Movie (52:06) Articles Referenced Best Undistributed Films of 2015 I Am A Ghost Review I Am A Ghost Interview H.P. Mendoza Indiecast A Picture of You Review A Picture of You Interview J.P. Chan Indiecast Subscribe to the Way Too Indiecast Subscribe to our podcast on iTunes Subscribe on Stitcher

Bernard and CJ kick off 2016 by looking back at Way Too Indie’s Best Films of 2015 list as well as looking at the big releases that are in theaters right now. From The Hateful Eight, to Joy, Anomalisa, The Revenant and more, they’ve got you covered as you brave the winter cold to see the latest movies at your local cinema. You’ve seen our Best of 2015 feature already, but do the boys agree with how things ultimately shook out on the staff-voted list? Considering CJ’s infamously dissentious nature, things could get interesting. Plus…INDIE PICKS OF THE WEEEEEEEK!!! Topics Indie Picks (5:54) Best Films of 2015 (16:50) Winter Movie Guide (52:45) Articles Referenced The Hateful Eight Review Joy Review Anomalisa Review The Revenant Review Sisters Review Tangerine Review Subscribe to the Way Too Indiecast Subscribe to our podcast on iTunes Subscribe on Stitcher

In the final installment of our series of Way Too Indiecast Star Wars Specials, Bernard and Dustin are joined by two new companions, WTI’s own Ananda Dillon and Star Wars aficionado Justin Boo, to break down piece-by-piece Star Wars: The Force Awakens. Stakes were high going into this JJ Abrams-helmed mega reboot—did the movie meet the crew’s expectations? Is this the moment Dustin finally embraces the light side and becomes a Star Wars fanboy, or has he lost hope in the force altogether? Will super fans Bernard, Ananda and Justin have their childhood dreams reawakened or extinguished forever? It’s all on the line on this very special, extended, final edition of the series! Our Heroes: Bernard “Boo-Boo Fett” Boo – Jedi Academy class clown. Lifelong Star Wars fan, loves all three movies in the original trilogy and hopes to find BB-8 in his stocking this Christmas. Dustin “D-3PO” Jansick – Padawan. Never watched the original trilogy (may have seen A New Hope, but memory’s foggy) and has virtually zero familiarity with the universe. A rare breed in this day and age. Ananda “General Ackbar” Dillon – Rebel Leader. Huge Star Wars buff and general pop culture fanatic. Has been awaiting The Force Awakens with bated breath. Justin “BooBoo-8” Boo – Jedi Master. Mentor to “Boo-Boo Fett.” Lifelong Star Wars obsessive. Seen all of the movies countless times. Has boxes and boxes of Star Wars action figures. Subscribe to the Way Too Indiecast Subscribe to our podcast on iTunes Subscribe on Stitcher

In part three of our series of Way Too Indiecast Star Wars Specials, Bernard, Dustin and CJ discuss the third entry in the original Star Wars trilogy, Return of the Jedi. The boys again dissect the movie section by section, starting with Luke, Leia and friends’ rescue of Han Solo from Jabba the Hutt to the final showdown between Luke, Darth Vader and Emperor Palpatine. CJ and Dustin have still yet to be swept up in the magic and mythology of Lucas’ space epic, but maybe the thrilling conclusion to Luke’s odyssey will finally sway them over to the light side. Plus, our heroes share their Star Wars: The Force Awakens theories and expectations in anticipation of today’s grand opening. Our Heroes: Bernard “Boo-Boo Fett” Boo – Jedi Academy class clown. Lifelong Star Wars fan, loves all three movies in the original trilogy and hopes to find BB-8 in his stocking this Christmas. CJ “Darth Dissenter” Prince – Sith Lord. Hasn’t seen the original trilogy since childhood, terrorizes the galaxy with shoulder shrugs and apathetic heavy breathing. Never connected with Star Wars on any level, but may open to change… Dustin “D-3PO” Jansick – Padawan. Never watched the original trilogy (may have seen A New Hope, but memory’s foggy) and has virtually zero familiarity with the universe. A rare breed in this day and age. Subscribe to the Way Too Indiecast Subscribe to our podcast on iTunes Subscribe on Stitcher

In part two of our series of Way Too Indiecast Star Wars Specials, Bernard, Dustin and CJ discuss the second episode in the original Star Wars trilogy, The Empire Strikes Back. Luke Skywalker learns the ways of the force from Master Yoda and Han and Leia finally open up their hearts to one another in this pivotal entry in Lucas’ saga, but will their emotional journeys force-pull CJ and Dustin’s thus far indifferent feelings about the franchise over to the light side? What will they think of that classic movie moment between Luke and Vader? A hint: Empire is one of Bernard’s favorite movies of all time; CJ and Dustin land on the other end of the spectrum. Click play to hear their spirited debate! Our Heroes: Bernard “Boo-Boo Fett” Boo – Jedi Academy class clown. Lifelong Star Wars fan, loves all three movies in the original trilogy and hopes to find BB-8 in his stocking this Christmas. CJ “Darth Dissenter” Prince – Sith Lord. Hasn’t seen the original trilogy since childhood, terrorizes the galaxy with shoulder shrugs and apathetic heavy breathing. Never connected with Star Wars on any level, but may open to change… Dustin “D-3PO” Jansick – Padawan. Never watched the original trilogy (may have seen A New Hope, but memory’s foggy) and has virtually zero familiarity with the universe. A rare breed in this day and age. Subscribe to the Way Too Indiecast Subscribe to our podcast on iTunes Subscribe on Stitcher

It’s a Dastardly Dissenter takeover as CJ hosts the show this week to welcome filmmaker Christopher Jason Bell to talk about his new film, The Winds That Scatter. It stars Ahmad Chahrour as a Syrian immigrant fighting to survive a rough American economy with an unusually positive attitude. Then, CJ and Christopher talk about the current state of film criticism, particularly journalists’ current obsession with listicles and “buzz-worthy” festival darlings. Surely, with a little digging, film critics like us can uncover hidden movie treasures that elude even the ever-expanding festival scene. Challenge accepted! Topics Indie Picks (1:29) The Winds That Scatter (7:36) Film Critic Call to Arms (46:48) Articles Referenced Christmas, Again Review Subscribe to the Way Too Indiecast Subscribe to our podcast on iTunes Subscribe on Stitcher The Winds That Scatter Trailer

Welcome to the Way Too Indiecast Star Wars Specials, a series in which we revisit the original Star Wars trilogy film by film, talking in-depth about George Lucas’ expansive space opera universe that changed movies forever. To cap things off, we’ll be reviewing Star Wars: The Force Awakens shortly after it drops on December 18th. It’s a four-part Star Wars spectacular that can be enjoyed by fans, non-fans and newbies alike! Our Heroes: Bernard “Boo-Boo Fett” Boo – Jedi Academy class clown. Lifelong Star Wars fan, loves all three movies in the original trilogy and hopes to find BB-8 in his stocking this Christmas. CJ “Darth Dissenter” Prince – Sith Lord. Hasn’t seen the original trilogy since childhood, terrorizes the galaxy with shoulder shrugs and apathetic heavy breathing. Never connected with Star Wars on any level, but may open to change… Dustin “D-3PO” Jansick – Padawan. Never watched the original trilogy (may have seen A New Hope, but memory’s foggy) and has virtually zero familiarity with the universe. A rare breed in this day and age. In part one of our four-part series, we’re talking about Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope, a movie widely credited for inspiring millions and launching the tidal wave of action-adventure blockbusters that’s still washing over us today. How will Bernard and CJ react to meeting Luke, Leia, Han and the gang once more? What will Dustin’s fresh-eyed take on the movie be? Will the boys think the grandaddy of them all is a galactic classic? A dark-side disappointment? Or does it hover like Luke’s landspeeder somewhere in between? Listen in to find out! Subscribe to the Way Too Indiecast Subscribe to our podcast on iTunes Subscribe on Stitcher

After a week off, we’re back with a brand new episode of the Way Too Indiecast! This week, Bernard and CJ welcome director Josh Mond and star Christopher Abbott to talk about their new film, James White. The boys also discuss what is one of the most unpredictable awards seasons in memory and which movies they think will take home golden statues in a couple months time. Disney’s controversial decision to not screen Star Wars: The Force Awakens for critics is also a topic of conversation as your hosts cry foul and risk sounding like film critic elitists. All that, plus our Indie Picks of the Week, on this super-sized edition of the Indiecast! Topics Indie Picks (3:40) Disney Snubs Critics (11:05) Awards Season Scramble (28:46) Josh Mond and Christopher Abbott on James White (1:15:36) Articles Referenced Arabian Nights: Volume 1 Review Arlo and Julie Interview James White Review Subscribe to the Way Too Indiecast Subscribe to our podcast on iTunes Subscribe on Stitcher

It’s a very special episode this week as Bernard presents Sound Conversations, a collection of interviews with directors, documentarians, actors, festival programmers and, most importantly, sound designers, about the art of sound in film. Technique, philosophy, tradition, experimentation—all angles of sound design are covered as we explore one of the most underappreciated aspects of filmmaking with some of the most talented people in the biz. Joining the show are the sound-obsessed artists behind Love & Mercy, The Diary of a Teenage Girl, 10,000 km, Gett: The Trial of Vivianne Amsalem, Foxcatcher and many more. Listen in and listen close—it’s Sound Conversations! Topics Bel Powley & Marielle Heller (2:23) Carlos Marques-Marcet (5:17) Shlomi Elkabetz (11:57) Chris Strachwitz, Chris Simon, Maureen Gosling (35:39) Bill Pohlad (21:45) Oren Moverman (25:57) Anita Monga (33:06) Paul Hsu (38:31) Articles Referenced The Diary of a Teenage Girl Interview 10,000 km Interview Gett: The Trial of Vivianne Amsalem Interview Love & Mercy Interview Anita Monga Interview Time Out of Mind Interview This Ain’t No Mouse Music Interview Subscribe to the Way Too Indiecast Subscribe to our podcast on iTunes Subscribe on Stitcher