The Treatment

Actor Ray Liotta stops by to discuss his interesting and unexpected character in NBC's Shades of Blue.

George Miller, the visionary director behind the iconic Mad Max franchise, joins to dive deep into the making of Mad Max: Fury Road. He discusses the evolution of visual storytelling, showcasing how nimble equipment transformed filmmaking. The unique role of vehicles as characters and symbols in his films is a standout theme. Miller highlights the sacrifice inherent in his creative journey and reflects on the powerful connection between children and storytelling, exploring how narratives shape our understanding of change and community.

Director Quentin discusses his fascination with honor and the lack thereof in The Hateful Eight.

Musician/actor Carrie Brownstein joins Elvis Mitchell to discuss writing a memoir and kicking off the final season of Portlandia.

Elvis Mitchell in conversation with Brooklyn star Saoirse Ronan, recorded live at the Landmark Theater.

Director Jay Roach joins Elvis Mitchell to discuss the role screenwriter Dalton Trumbo played in the "Hollywood Ten" as told in the film Trumbo.

Musician Robert Trujillo joins Elvis Mitchell to discuss the journey from found footage to family input of the visionary bass player Jaco Pastorius while producing the documentary Jaco: The Film.

Actor Rainn Wilson stops by The Treatment to discuss his personal and professional transformations as highlighted in his new book The Bassoon King: My Life in Art, Faith, and Idiocy and in his monologue performance in Thom Pain (based on nothing).

"What if pop culture told us what we needed to know?" Director Adam McKay discusses the state of pop culture and economic oversights highlighted in The Big Short.

GQ's editor-in-chief Jim Nelson joins Elvis Mitchell to discuss how the magazine influences the power of celebrity and style.