The Successful Screenwriter with Geoffrey D Calhoun: Screenwriting Podcast Ep 280 - Why We Needed The Naked Gun
Aug 4, 2025
23:28
Comedy is back—and it’s hitting hard. In this episode, Geoffrey is joined by returning guest and screenwriter Reece Taylor to break down the wild, absurd brilliance of the new Naked Gun reboot. From slapstick to self-aware parody, they explore why this style of comedy matters now more than ever, and how the film nails both structure and chaos in a way that keeps you laughing well past the credits.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
00:26 – Why Geoffrey needed this film
01:15 – Is this classic comedy style dead?
04:30 – Visual gags, deadpan delivery, and coffee bits
09:18 – The Frosty the Snowman horror short (?!?)
21:08 – Shame-eating and the bodycam Busta Rhymes scene
About the Guest:
Reece Taylor is a screenwriter, film reviewer, and longtime friend of the show. With a near-completed MFA and sharp industry insight, he brings a passion for storytelling and a love of comedy to every discussion.
About the Host:
With films on network television, streaming platforms, and in theaters, Geoffrey D. Calhoun is a screenwriter, author of The Guide for Every Screenwriter, and a passionate mentor in the industry. He hosts The Successful Screenwriter podcast to empower writers and filmmakers at every level.
Resources Mentioned in the Episode:
Connect with Geoffrey D. Calhoun:
#NakedGun #FilmPodcast #ComedyIsBack #ScreenwritingTips #ParodyDoneRight
Explore Free Resources & Membership
👉 Visit TheSuccessfulScreenwriter.com for free tools, guides, and podcast extras.
Members unlock Virtual Geoffrey, the AI screenwriting assistant built to transform good drafts into great scripts.
Connect with Geoffrey
📸 Instagram: @screenwriterpod
▶️ YouTube: The Successful Screenwriter
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What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- Why comedy thrives in tough times
- How the new Naked Gun reboot revives Zucker-style humor
- Pam Anderson’s unexpected comedy chops
- Why structure doesn’t matter when the laughs hit
- What today’s filmmakers can learn from absurdism
00:26 – Why Geoffrey needed this film
01:15 – Is this classic comedy style dead?
04:30 – Visual gags, deadpan delivery, and coffee bits
09:18 – The Frosty the Snowman horror short (?!?)
21:08 – Shame-eating and the bodycam Busta Rhymes scene
About the Guest:
Reece Taylor is a screenwriter, film reviewer, and longtime friend of the show. With a near-completed MFA and sharp industry insight, he brings a passion for storytelling and a love of comedy to every discussion.
About the Host:
With films on network television, streaming platforms, and in theaters, Geoffrey D. Calhoun is a screenwriter, author of The Guide for Every Screenwriter, and a passionate mentor in the industry. He hosts The Successful Screenwriter podcast to empower writers and filmmakers at every level.
Resources Mentioned in the Episode:
- Palm Springs (2020) directed by Akiva Schaffer
- Repossessed, High Spirits, and other parody classics
- The Naked Gun reboot (2025)
Connect with Geoffrey D. Calhoun:
- Podcast Website
- Instagram @screenwriterpod
- TikTok @screenwriterpod
#NakedGun #FilmPodcast #ComedyIsBack #ScreenwritingTips #ParodyDoneRight
Explore Free Resources & Membership
👉 Visit TheSuccessfulScreenwriter.com for free tools, guides, and podcast extras.
Members unlock Virtual Geoffrey, the AI screenwriting assistant built to transform good drafts into great scripts.
Connect with Geoffrey
📸 Instagram: @screenwriterpod
▶️ YouTube: The Successful Screenwriter
If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, review, and subscribe. Share it with a fellow screenwriter who’d find it valuable!