Episode Appearances
Filmspotting · Apr 8, 2026
Top 5 Horror Movies of the 21st Century [Archive]
“Director-writer of 'The Babadook,' ranked #3 on Kempenaar's list; adapted from her short film 'Monster'”
Horror film aesthetics and cinematographyPsychological horror vs. supernatural horrorSound design in horror filmmaking
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Blank Check with Griffin & David · Apr 5, 2026
The Year of Living Dangerously with Tracy Letts
“Australian filmmaker who appeared on Blank Check episode discussing 'Gallipoli'; directed 'The Babadook' and 'The Night in Gale'”
Peter Weir's filmography and directorial techniquesLinda Hunt's casting and performance in 'The Year of Living Dangerously'Indonesian political history and the 1965-1966 coup
View AnalysisBlank Check with Griffin & David · Mar 29, 2026
Gallipoli with Jennifer Kent
“Guest discussing Gallipoli's influence on her filmmaking; director of The Babadook and The Nightingale; Australian filmmaker influenced by Weir's work”
Peter Weir's directorial philosophy and stylistic evolutionAustralian New Wave cinema (1970s-1980s)War film narrative structure and audience manipulation
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