Esteemed filmmaker Jeff Nichols discusses casting, storytelling, and details in film making. They delve into working with actors like Michael Shannon and Tom Hardy, emphasizing the importance of authenticity in performances. The podcast also touches on the importance of visual and costume design details in portraying characters authentically.

00.00 – 04.10 Intro and presenters discuss their picks of the week  04.15 – 33.00 Review of The Bikeriders including an interview with writer and director Jeff Nichols 33.05 – 40.25 Review of Green Border 40.30 – 51.30 Review of The Exorcism 51.35 – 1.01.00 Review of Something in the Water 1.01.05 – 1.08.20 Film of the Week and answering the question: “Favourite movie motorcycle?” Read more about the new issue of Total Film: https://www.gamesradar.com/total-film-latest-issue/ Subscribe to Total Film magazine https://www.magazinesdirect.com/TOF-brandsite Contact us at: totalfilm@futurenet.com

Meet Jeff Nichols, director of THE BIKERIDERS, who discusses his new movie and collaborating with Austin Butler & Jodie Comer. Also, get a recap of the Telluride Film Festival and their thoughts on various films. Find out about the unique combination of transcribed interviews and personal photographs that portray a subculture. Explore the influence of Goodfellas on filmmaking and the dynamics of working with a passionate actor. Discover the frustrations of developing a film based on an original story but with the title of a well-known IP.