
Leslye Headland
Writer–director and playwright invited as the episode's featured guest to discuss No Country for Old Men and the Coen brothers' filmmaking, bringing creative and directorial insights.
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Sep 28, 2025 • 2h 56min
No Country for Old Men with Leslye Headland
Leslye Headland, a talented writer-director and playwright, joins the discussion to dive deep into No Country for Old Men. The conversation explores Anton Chigurh's menacing physicality and the philosophical implications of his coin toss. Leslye shares her emotional connection to dark cinema, and the group examines the film’s unusual structure and its chilling absence of a traditional score. The Coen brothers' faithful adaptation of Cormac McCarthy's novel is also scrutinized, highlighting the cinematic choices that amplify the narrative's dread.

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Nov 17, 2024 • 3h 47min
Mulholland Drive with Leslye Headland
Leslye Headland, a talented writer and director known for her engaging works like "Bachelorette" and "Sleeping With Other People," joins to dissect the labyrinth of David Lynch's "Mulholland Drive." They dive into Hollywood's whimsical complexities, from casting controversies to the film's dreamy narrative structure. The conversation meanders through memorable anecdotes, actor dynamics, and touches on the nostalgic thrill of watching Lynch's film under the influence, blending humor with a haunting exploration of identity and the surreal nature of Los Angeles.

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Oct 15, 2023 • 2h 31min
Zodiac with Leslye Headland
Guest Leslye Headland, genius, joins the hosts to discuss the film 'Zodiac' and its impact. They explore themes of obsession, addiction, and resilience. The chapter also includes discussions about the allure of working with top movie stars, seamless storytelling, and the making of the movie. They analyze scenes depicting a non-glamorous serial killer and speculate about a new Star Wars show. The speakers also discuss the brilliance of an actor's performance and the depiction of murders and letters in 'Zodiac'.

Jun 6, 2024 • 1h 20min
Can ‘The Acolyte’ Break Through the 'Star Wars' Institution? Plus, the ‘Hacks’ Season 3 Finale.
Director Leslye Headland discusses walking a fine line with 'The Acolyte' to please both general and hardcore 'Star Wars' fans. Plus, the hosts dive into the 'Hacks' Season 3 finale and their thoughts on the show's evolution.

Jun 24, 2024 • 1h 12min
Matinee Monday: Hercules LIVE! (w/ Leslye Headland & Sasheer Zamata)
Leslye Headland and Sasheer Zamata join to discuss the 1983 movie Hercules, mocking its robots, Hercules throwing a bear into space, Lou Ferrigno’s voice, and more absurdities. They joke about the movie's dubbing, bizarre scenes, and cheap production quality, providing humorous critiques throughout.