Films To Be Buried With with Brett Goldstein

Chiwetel Ejiofor • Films To Be Buried With with Brett Goldstein #310

Jul 31, 2024

Chiwetel Ejiofor, an acclaimed actor known for his powerful performances, joins for a captivating discussion. They delve into his new film 'Rob Peace,' exploring the importance of authentic storytelling about marginalized lives. Chiwetel shares insights on the challenges of acting and directing, emphasizing collaboration. The connection between classic cinema and personal memories surfaces, showcasing how films shape our identities. They reflect on emotional cinematic moments that resonate deeply, revealing a shared love for films that evoke nostalgia and profound feelings.

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Chiwetel Ejiofor discusses the emotional depth of his film 'Rob Peace,' emphasizing the importance of portraying true stories responsibly.

Ejiofor shares the challenges and rewards of simultaneously acting and directing, highlighting how this dual role enriches the film's emotional storytelling.

The podcast touches on Ejiofor's formative cinematic experiences, illustrating how impactful films can shape one's narrative and passion for storytelling.

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Summer of Cinema on Pluto TV

The episode highlights the ease of streaming hundreds of free movies during the summer with Pluto TV's Summer of Cinema. Listeners can enjoy popular films across various genres, from action-packed blockbusters like 'Mission Impossible' and 'Transformers' to timeless classics such as 'Titanic' and 'Indiana Jones.' This initiative allows movie lovers to access their favorite films on any device, making summer movie nights convenient and enjoyable. The promotion emphasizes that there are no costs involved, as viewers can stream endlessly without any payment required.

Embrace Vulnerability to Connect Deeply

00:58

Investing in the Complexities of Cinema

00:25

Genius Balances Hilarity

00:57

Intro

4min

Exploring the Emotional Depth of Rob Peace

3min

Navigating Dual Roles in Filmmaking

16min

Ocean Mysteries and Cinematic Memories

4min

Summer Journeys and Emotional Movies

4min

Cinematic Emotions: Tears and Nostalgia

7min

Summer Movie Streaming and Essential Deals

3min

Reflections on Film and Personal Connection

19min

Cinematic Favorites and Reflections

9min

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Heartfelt Reflections and Sponsorship Highlights

3min

LOOK OUT! It’s only Films To Be Buried With!

Join your host Brett Goldstein as he talks life, death, love and the universe with the absolute legend actor CHIWETEL EJIOFOR!

What a treat for you right here... If you are viewing this synopsis, you will be either a long term listener or new recruit to the podcast, but the common factor in both is that you will surely have a decent interest in film. Well Chiwetel is someone who will have featured on your radar for certain at some point, and likely to have featured in at least one of your favourite films. And it turns out that he's a goddamn delight of a guest! So it goes without saying, you will have a wonderful time with this episode (and hear some amazing behind the scenes science of some VERY key scenes and films...). Peep the filmography and look out for Rob Peace, his new film too!

Video and extra audio available on Brett's Patreon!

ROB PEACE

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12 YEARS A SLAVE

CHILDREN OF MEN

BRETT GOLDSTEIN on TWITTER

BRETT GOLDSTEIN on INSTAGRAM

TED LASSO

SHRINKING

SOULMATES

SUPERBOB (Brett's 2015 feature film)

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