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Columbia Pictures

Mentioned in 13 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows

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Kinda Funny Games Daily: Video Games News Podcast

Kinda Funny Games Daily: Video Games News Podcast · Apr 10, 2026

Metal Gear Solid Movie is Finally Happening - Kinda Funny Games Daily 04.10.26

Sony subsidiary handling Metal Gear Solid film production through first-look deal with Wonder Lab

Metal Gear Solid Film AdaptationAAA Game Development Budget InflationLive Service Game Launch Strategy
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Film Threat

Film Threat · Apr 8, 2026

Hollywood on the Rocks: American History X Screenwriter David McKenna

Produced SWAT; McKenna pitched five-point rewrite that led to deal; hired Colin Farrell for $8M after McKenna's pitch

Hollywood's Political Messaging and Audience AlienationMid-Budget Drama Extinction and Spec Script Sales CollapseCalifornia Tax Policy and Film Production Migration
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How Did This Get Made?

How Did This Get Made? · Mar 27, 2026

The Forbidden Dance

Distributor that received The Forbidden Dance one day before release to beat competing Lombada film to market

Lambada dance cultural phenomenon and 1990 market timingFilm production timelines and script development under extreme time pressureEnvironmental messaging in mainstream entertainment
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WHAT WENT WRONG

WHAT WENT WRONG · Feb 2, 2026

Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse

Sony subsidiary that distributed Spider-Man films and greenlit the animated Spider-Verse project

Spider-Man Character History and AdaptationsMiles Morales Introduction and Representation in ComicsSony-Marvel Licensing Agreements and IP Control
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WHAT WENT WRONG

WHAT WENT WRONG · Jan 26, 2026

The Interview

Sony subsidiary that released The Interview; Sony attempted to distance corporate parent from the film during controversy

Film Censorship and Studio ControlGeopolitical Tensions in EntertainmentCorporate Cybersecurity Breaches
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The Rewatchables

The Rewatchables · Jan 20, 2026

‘Just One of the Guys’ With Bill Simmons, Kyle Brandt, and Joanna Robinson

Distributed 'Just One of the Guys'; owned by Coca-Cola at the time, influencing product placement decisions in the film

Gender-swap narrative tropes in 1980s cinemaFemale directors in 80s teen comediesShakespeare adaptations (Twelfth Night) in popular culture
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Technically Creative by KoobrikLabs

Technically Creative by KoobrikLabs · Jan 6, 2026

The Hairdresser Who Took Over Hollywood: Jon Peters, Part 2 "Cutting His Teeth""

Studio where Peter Guber worked before partnership; later acquired by Sony in deal orchestrated by Peters and Guber

Film producing and production strategyStudio executive partnerships and organizational structureSuperhero film franchising and box office performance
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WHAT WENT WRONG

WHAT WENT WRONG · Dec 29, 2025

Top Movie Moments (with Glamorous Trash)

Referenced in context of John Peters' rise as producer after leaving Sony with Peter Cooper and significant funding

On-set safety and actor protection protocolsPower dynamics between A-list actors and production teamsFemale representation in comedy writing and directing
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Unblinded with Sean Callagy

Unblinded with Sean Callagy · Dec 2, 2025

Ralph Macchio: Legacy, Identity & The Karate Kid Journey

Original studio that produced The Karate Kid (1984) and sequels

Character Legacy and Cultural ImpactCareer Resilience During Industry DownturnsMentor-Student Relationship Dynamics
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Technically Creative by KoobrikLabs

Technically Creative by KoobrikLabs · Nov 25, 2025

The Hairdresser Who Took Over Hollywood: Jon Peters, Part 1 "Making the Cut"

Acquired by Sony in deal orchestrated by Peters and Guber; Peters served as co-chairman

Hairdressing as creative business and cultural hub in 1970s HollywoodSalon entrepreneurship and franchise modelsTransition from service business to entertainment production
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Acquired

Acquired · Nov 24, 2025

Coca-Cola

Movie studio acquired by Coca-Cola (1982) to diversify; sold to Sony; facilitated Herb Allen relationship

Patent medicines and the birth of American advertising (1880s-1890s)Trademark protection and legal defense against copycat cola brandsBottling franchise system design and incentive alignment
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Version History

Version History · Oct 19, 2025

Sony Watchman: Must-see TV

Acquired by Sony potentially to provide video content for Watchman devices, supporting vertical integration strategy

Portable Television Technology HistoryCRT vs LCD Display Technology TransitionSony Product Innovation Strategy (1980s)
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Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-Dreyfus

Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-Dreyfus · Dec 11, 2024

Julia Gets Wise with Rita Moreno

Harry Cohn, head of Columbia, sexually harassed Moreno at a Hollywood cocktail party early in her career

Hollywood representation and diversitySexual harassment and assault in entertainment industryCivil Rights movement participation
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