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Listen: Alain Johannes Is “Free” To Wander With Contemplative Track

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Alain Johannes’ third solo album Hum comes out July 31, and one reason why I’ll be checking out this effort lies in his latest single “Free.” Johannes’ nature driven video, featuring landscapes of places my hermit self will never traverse, is definitely eye catching. Plus, the song makes one question the nature of one’s own sense of freedom.

Flick City Episode 15: Amy Goldstein On Directing ‘Kate Nash: Underestimate The Girl’

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Kate Nash: Underestimate The Girl (CR: Carolina Faruolo)

This episode features my interview with Amy Goldstein, the director behind Kate Nash: Underestimate The Girl. I also talk about my love for that documentary, which is currently available via Alamo On Demand. My movie picks this week are the aforementioned film as well as the Penelope Spheeris flick Suburbia.

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Bruce Purkey Finds Dazzling Trash With ‘Blood Machines’

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On paper, there is no reason I should enjoy Blood Machines, a Shudder Original Series, directed by Seth Ickerman. It has a thin plot revolving around some naked-lady-ghost ai escaping from “blade runner” types, only passable acting, and relies heavily on digital effects. But, despite all of those shortcomings, there is a level of energetic creativity that just swept me up in its dazzlingly trashy spell. 

Love Guitarist Johnny Echols Takes A Trip Back To ‘Laurel Canyon’

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The two-part docuseries Laurel Canyon focuses on the artists who lived in hillside area of Los Angeles back in the mid-1960s through the early 1970s, and Love guitarist Johnny Echols reflected on being a part of that era. Video of my interview, as well as a transcript of the Q&A is featured in the post.

‘The Vast of Night’ Is A Cinematic Gem Of The Highest Order

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The Vast of Night marks an auspicious debut for first-time director Andrew Patterson as he is joining Ari Aster, Robert Eggers, and Jordan Peele in a new pantheon of genre directors. Patterson infuses The Vast of Night with a combination of bravura style and subtle touches that is unusual to find in most directors, and mostly unheard-of for a first feature film. 

Jake Horowitz Holds A “Long Take” View of ‘The Vast of Night’

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If you’re in need of a sci-fi thriller with a ton of cinematic flourishes and excellent performances (from leads Jake Horowitz and Sierra McCormick), check out The Vast of Night on Amazon Prime Video. My internet connection was a bit mangled during my chat with Horowitz, so there may be a few seconds here and there left out. Still, there is enough insight from Horowitz in this chat (he talks about his work with McCormick and director Andrew Patterson and his love for Y Tu Mamá También) to make it worth your while!

Jo Koy Is “In His Elements” With Philippines Set Special

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Comedian Jo Koy is, simply put, funny as f**k (if you don’t believe me, check out his take on Asian accents), and for his upcoming Netflix special he is putting the culture of Manila on center stage. Jo Koy: In His Elements has the Filipino-American also spotlighting breakdancer Ronnie, Grammy winning producer !llmind, singer/songwriter Iñigo Pascual and comedians Andrew Lopez, Joey Guila and Andrew Orolfo.

Chris Hillman Remembers ‘Laurel Canyon’ Days In New Documentary

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Chris Hillman - "Laurel Canyon" Interview
From his iconic work with The Byrds and The Flying Burrito Brothers to ultimatley fronting The Desert Rose Band, Chris Hillman’s contributions to country-rock (and music in general) has been undeniable. He recently made the rounds to promote Laurel Canyon, a first rate docuseries that premieres May 31 on Epix.

#51 I’ve Got a Movie to Make: Spinning the Plates (Week 51 of 116)

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I do a lot of rambling about priorities, doing things the right way, plans to get a PR firm to continue to get the word out about Groupers and talk a bit more about my what is continuing to become my main focus which is Ben, but is really called An American Dream. The first 3 pages are attached below if you’ve got a minute and are curious. 

GROUPERS TRAILER 

Groupers is now available on these platforms: 

GROUPERS MERCH 

Week 51: Duration 0:22:26

Kate Bosworth And Emile Hirsch Take On Criminal Elements In ‘Force of Nature’ Trailer

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Emile Hirsch and Kate Bosworth in "Force of Nature" (Lionsgate)
The top headline for this Force of Nature post should have used Mel Gibson, but in fairness I don’t think I’m totally burying the lead. Gibson works with Kate Bosworth, Emile Hirsch, and director Michael Polish in the upcoming feature Force of Nature, and though he’s the obvious “star” in the flick, he’s joining a presumably well oiled trio (no double entendre intended!).