Ben Mankiewicz talks with Nancy Meyers about casting, getting script advice from Billy Wilder and becoming famous for her interiors. Nancy also answers our Super 8 questionnaire and reveals which film had her running from the theater in absolute terror.
Ben sits down with Steven Soderbergh (Ocean's 11, Full Circle, Erin Brockovich) to talk ‘70s films, George Clooney and how one maintains a 35-year career as a director. He also offers a little relationship advice and answers the Super 8.
Writer-director Emerald Fennell (Saltburn and Promising Young Woman) tells host Ben Mankiewicz why she makes uncomfortable films, why she prefers directing over acting, and shares a formative experience watching Jurassic Park.
Writer-director Cord Jefferson (American Fiction) and host Ben Mankiewicz talk life transitions, bravery and family for this in-depth conversation. Jefferson charts his path from journalist to TV writer to first-time film director of 2023's celebrated American Fiction. He also shares the movies that are important to him and gives his take on the ending of Shawshank Redemption.
Ben hangs out with his friend, legend Mel Brooks (The Producers, Blazing Saddles) in this hilarious and poignant episode. Mel reminisces about Gene Wilder, Anne Bancroft, and Carl Reiner. He also recounts a dinner with Alfred Hitchcock.
Director Alexander Payne (Election, Sideways) talks about his film The Holdovers, working with actors like Paul Giamatti and George Clooney, and the rumors of an Election sequel. Plus, the movie associated with one of his more awkward teenage dates.
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