Cinema Flow Podcast with Zack Abdulbaki
Welcome to the Cinema Flow Podcast! Join film lover Zack Abdulbaki as he interviews some of the most passionate and talented people working in the industry today. He will also be inviting some friends onto the show to play movie-themed trivia games in the "Cinema Flow Tournament". Be sure to play along and test your movie knowledge at home! If you're interested in being a guest on the Cinema Flow Podcast, be sure to email the show at cinemaflowpodcast@gmail.com You can also find us on Instagram @cinema_flow_podcast Please be sure to subscribe and leave us a review if you enjoy the show! Thank you for listening!
Episodes
Stephen Galloway, Dean of Chapman University's Dodge College of Film and Media Arts, joins the podcast for a wide-ranging conversation filmed in-person at his office.
We discuss the current state of the job market, and the pros and cons of climbing the corporate ladder vs. working independently and how to stay resilient in an industry full of rejection.
It's a fascinating look at film edu...
Director Macon Blair joins the podcast to discuss "Idiots", his new film starring Dave Franco and O'Shea Jackson Jr., in theaters August 28th.
The film follows two idiots who have hit rock bottom, tasked with transporting a troubled teen to rehab, only for the simple job to spiral into a chaotic journey of drugs, danger, and crime as their passenger derails their plans.
🎬 IDIOTS hits mov...
Zack sits down with one of his favorite filmmakers, Matt Johnson, to discuss his new film, Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie, distributed by Neon. They talk about the film's production and the challenges of indie filmmaking. Nirvanna is streaming on Hulu now.
Director Jay Chandrasekhar joins the podcast to discuss Super Troopers 3, his new film written by and starring his fellow Broken Lizard members, in theaters today, August 7th.
The film follows Farva's wildly over-the-top engagement to Thorny's sister, which spirals into chaos as the Super Troopers navigate schemes to break up the couple, crack a pernicious new drug ring, and try to save the wedding alon...
Director Kent Jones joins the podcast to discuss Late Fame, his new film starring Willem Dafoe and Greta Lee, in theaters August 7th.
The film follows legendary New York poet Ed Saxberger as his forgotten works captivate an eccentric group of young creatives, reigniting his artistic passion, with his renewed sense of purpose complicated by the bewitching presence of actress Gloria.
Jones ...
Tony Award-winning director Rachel Chavkin joins the podcast to discuss the filmed production of Hadestown, one of the most celebrated Broadway musicals of the 21st century, currently playing in movie theaters across North America.
Chavkin breaks down the process of bringing the acclaimed stage show to the big screen.
She also reflects on her other acclaimed work, including Natasha, Pierr...
Director Derrick Borte joins the podcast to discuss his new crime film, THE GET OUT, opening in theaters June 26th and available on digital June 30th.
The film follows a nightclub owner on the verge of leaving his dangerous past behind, whose plans unravel when a masked gunman robs him and puts him in the crosshairs of a ruthless cartel.
Starring Russell Crowe, Teresa Palmer, Luke Evans, ...
Director Michael Tiddes joins the show to discuss his new horror-themed comedy blockbuster, SCARY MOVIE, currently playing in theaters everywhere.
The film stars Marlon Wayans, Shawn Wayans, Anna Faris, and Regina Hall. It's a hysterical parody of all of your favorite horror movies from the last ten years.
Michael's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaeltiddes/?hl=en
Angelique Acuña joins the show for the 2027 Oscars Fantasy Draft.
She and Zack will each draft 10 films that they think will be nominated for Best Picture at the 99th Academy Awards.
Check out Angelique's Substack for some great film writing and Survivor coverage. Link: https://shorturl.at/bOjGo
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Screenwriter Zachary Donohue joins the show to discuss the new horror film, PASSENGER, currently playing in movie theaters around the world.
The film follows a young couple who witnesses a gruesome highway accident and soon realizes they did not leave the crash scene alone. A demonic presence called the Passenger turns their van life adventure into a nightmare.
Donohue discusses the inspi...
Writer-director Damien McCarthy joins the show to discuss his new horror film, HOKUM, currently playing in cinemas everywhere.
The film follows Ohm Bauman, a troubled writer who retreats to a remote inn to scatter his parents' ashes, only to be consumed by tales of a witch haunting the honeymoon suite. Disturbing visions and a shocking disappearance force him to confront the dark corners of his past.
<...Film podcast legend, Sean O'Connell, joins the show. He is the deputy editor of CBR (Comic Book Resources), former co-host of the beloved ReelBlend podcast, and author of three essential film books: Release the Snyder Cut, With Great Power, and Bruce Willis.
Zack and Sean go deep on the legacy of ReelBlend and Sean breaks down his work at CBR. Then the conversation turns to his books: the grassroots fan...
Filmmaker Kirk Jones joins the show to discuss his award-winning film I Swear, opening in cinemas on April 24.
The film follows John Davidson, a man living with Tourette's syndrome, as he grows from a misunderstood teenager in the 1980s into someone who discovers purpose through the kindness of others.
Jones shares the origins of the story and how he carefully balanced humor and emotion t...
Writer Ben Hopkins joins the show to discuss his latest film, Fuze.
Starring Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Theo James, and Sam Worthington, and directed by David Mackenzie (Hell or High Water), Fuze is a tense action-thriller that begins with the discovery of an unexploded World War II bomb at a construction site in the heart of London. What follows is a high-stakes race against time as authorities scramble to ...
Filmmaker Chandler Levack joins the show to discuss her 2 new films, "Roommates" and "Mile End Kicks" both coming out on the same day.
First up, Roommates, an R-rated teen comedy produced by Adam Sandler and starring Sadie Sandler.
The film follows a naïve college freshman whose dream roommate situation quickly spirals into passive-aggressive chaos.
Levack talks about findi...
Screenwriter and producer Aaron Lee, joins the show to chat about the new season of Ted on Peacock. He breaks down his episode, Talk Dirty to Me.
We also dive into his impressive career including his work on hit shows like Family Guy and The Cleveland Show, as well as the Comedy Central roasts.
Aaron takes us inside the world of television comedy, sharing how he got his start in the indus...
Australian actor, Daniel MacPherson, joins the show to chat about his new intense MMA drama BEAST from Lionsgate.
Daniel plays Patton James, a fisherman pulled back into the brutal world of MMA for one final fight after a family tragedy.
In this episode, he breaks down his incredible three-year transformation for the role; training in boxing, jiu-jitsu, and Muay Thai, and even traveling t...
Filmmaker Daniel Goldhaber joins the show to discuss his latest horror-thriller, Faces of Death.
Known for his previous films, How to Blow Up a Pipeline and Cam, Goldhaber dives into the inspiration behind this chilling new project, which follows a content moderator who uncovers a disturbing series of videos that may depict real murders.
Goldhaber breaks down his creative choices, fr...
We are joined by filmmaker Kirill Sokolov to discuss his new horror/comedy/action film, They Will Kill You, distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures.
He talks about the film's origins, Sokolov's transition from Russia to Hollywood, and the challenges of crafting such a visually bold and action-packed movie.
From inventive cinematography and wide-shot stunt work to insane practical effects and...
This week, we're joined by filmmakers Sean McGrath and Jon Westling for part two of a March Madness style bracket to determine the greatest found footage horror movie of all time.
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Watch "Rodge's Horror Lodge" on YouTube:
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