Episode Appearances
The Big Picture · Apr 24, 2026
‘Michael’ Wants to Start Something It Can’t Finish. Plus: ‘Mother Mary’ With David Lowery!
“Directed Michael Jackson biopic; known for F1 and Top Gun Maverick; worked with John Logan on screenplay”
Michael Jackson biopic legal constraints and estate managementMusic biopic narrative limitations and hagiographyPop star iconography and stadium performance spectacle
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Kermode & Mayo’s Take · Apr 23, 2026
Have we found Mark’s film of the year already?
“Director of Michael Jackson biopic 'Michael'”
Film criticism and review methodologyIndependent British cinema distributionBiographical film authenticity vs commercial interests
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Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend · Mar 2, 2026
Johnny Knoxville
“Neighbor who connected Knoxville with casting agent early in his Los Angeles career”
Jackass franchise evolution and creative decision-makingFear Factor reboot hosting and format modernizationReality television strategy and audience engagement
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