
Films To Be Buried With with Brett Goldstein
We are born. We die. In between we watch a lot of films. And some of these films shape the people we are. This is a podcast about those films. (And a bit about death.)
Join comedian, actor, writer and swimmer Brett Goldstein and an extra special weekly guest as they go all the way into life and death by way of movies, to ultimately pick their Films To Be Buried With!
Latest episodes

Nov 27, 2024 • 56min
Paul Foot (comedian / Dissolve) • #327
Paul Foot, a comedian and actor known for his quirky stand-up and appearances on shows like "Never Mind the Buzzcocks," joins the conversation. They delve into his unique comedic style, touching on his hour-long themed shows and mental health journeys. Paul shares whimsical reflections on bleak films acting as ‘sexytime erasers’, his admiration for Nicolas Cage, and the curious allure of 'making of' documentaries. The duo also explores the emotional weight of cinema, revealing their eclectic tastes and the powerful connections between film and personal experiences.

Nov 20, 2024 • 57min
Lisa Gilroy (comedy / Interior Chinatown / Jury Duty) • #326
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 comic genius and improv superstar LISA GILROY! Well YOU try summing up what Lisa does in a few words then...! Lisa's a true joy and this is one of those awesome chemistry episodes where it all clicks lovely. Lisa's a very hilarious comic who does a ton of hugely popular sketches and bits, and works a bunch in the improv universe - it also doesn't hurt that she's awesome at parties (as we find out) and has great taste in movies. So expect to hear goodies including chill ghosts and hype poltergeists, no boxing day films, the joy of horror recaps and loads on the ace projects coming up too. Such a fun one. ENJOY!! Video and extra audio available on Brett's Patreon! ONLINE INSTAGRAM IMDB JURY DUTY INTERIOR: CHINATOWN BRETT • X BRETT • INSTAGRAM TED LASSO SHRINKING SOULMATES SUPERBOB (Brett's 2015 feature film)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 13, 2024 • 55min
Rhys James – Judgement Day! • #325
Rhys James, a comedian and writer known for his work on Mock the Week, joins to discuss the hilarities and challenges of creating his new stand-up special. He shares quirky anecdotes about performing with kids and the unique chaos that ensues. Rhys hilariously recounts disastrous cinema experiences and debates the merits of children's snacks like Dairy Lee cheese. They dive into the emotional resonance of films, exploring how these cinematic moments shape our perceptions of love and loss. It’s a delightful mix of humor and heart!

Nov 6, 2024 • 50min
Ben Mankiewicz (Turner Classic Movies / The Young Turks) • #324
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 host of Turner Classic Movies and all round movie head BEN MANKIEWICZ! TCM is a channel that some non-US folk might not be familiar with, but for those who are it's an institution. Ben is a long term host at the channel, but has a huge amount of dealings elsewhere in the cinematic universe too. If that hasn't hooked you in, you might be keen to learn he is the grandson of the screenwriter of Citizen Kane who was the subject of the fairly recent movie 'Mank'. So you're in safe hands right here, essentially. Ben has a ton to say about a lot of movies that haven't been explored that much on the podcast, but it's also really interesting to hear about TCM and how it's affected his own life. A really fascinating guest for a truly engaging episode - enjoy! Video and extra audio available on Brett's Patreon! IMDB INSTAGRAM TCM (link for US folk) TALKING PICTURES podcast (links within) BRETT • X BRETT • INSTAGRAM TED LASSO SHRINKING SOULMATES SUPERBOB (Brett's 2015 feature film)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 30, 2024 • 1h 4min
Emma Doran (comedy / Dilemma / No Worries If Not) • #323
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 hilarious comic, sketco and podcaster EMMA DORAN! Transmitting from the bedroom office, this is a lovely cosy episode with someone who most certainly brings the funny and curates a really warm, comfortable vibe in the FTBBW labs. Emma delivers a whole gang of wit and wisdom on all things cinematic and existential including lessons learned from podcasting with her daughter, dad bouquets, room altars, moth fairies, and the fine line between anger and passion. And how it can be helpful sometimes to remind yourself and whoever you're with that it's only a film. It's only a film. ENJOY! Video and extra audio available on Brett's Patreon! ONLINE (all links and details here) INSTAGRAM LINKTREE for more links BRETT • X BRETT • INSTAGRAM TED LASSO SHRINKING SOULMATES SUPERBOB (Brett's 2015 feature film)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 23, 2024 • 48min
Alex Wolff (The Naked Brothers Band / Hereditary / Pig) • #322
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 brillant actor, music maker and film maker ALEX WOLFF! As a quick short-hand for regular listeners of the podcast who want a quick face to a name, Alex played Peter in FTBBW classic Hereditary (the whole episode is practically built on a foundation of spoilers so watch that first if it's on your "to do" list!). However, Alex is known for so much more! You might know him from The Naked Brothers Band in a younger time, or perhaps more recently A Quiet Place: Day One, or the Jumanji updates. It is a genuine pleasure to know that he's a total film nerd and it's a really fun and funny hang with these two - pure joy and as said, frequent Hereditary spoilers (but context clues will help you if you don't know the film or are not a horror fan). Enjoy! You will! Video and extra audio available on Brett's Patreon! NAKED BROTHERS BAND HEREDITARY IMDB INSTAGRAM BRETT • X BRETT • INSTAGRAM TED LASSO SHRINKING SOULMATES SUPERBOB (Brett's 2015 feature film)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 16, 2024 • 48min
Michelle Visage (Rupaul's Drag Race) • #321
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 glorious, the genius singer, host, producer, DJ and so much more MICHELLE VISAGE! What a rare treat - this is a pure delight of an episode with someone who doesn't just do the rounds with any old podcast, folks... Michelle has been absurdly busy grinding on the music and media circuit for a good amount of years, chances are you might be familiar from her time on Rupaul's Drag Race and the various iterations, but there are so many strings to her bow. You're about to hear a delicious one with someone who's a consumate pro in what she does, and you should most certainly follow Michelle and all future and related projects forthwith! Enjoy! Video and extra audio available on Brett's Patreon! YOUTUBE IMDB INSTAGRAM DRAG RACE DOWN UNDER BRETT • X BRETT • INSTAGRAM TED LASSO SHRINKING SOULMATES SUPERBOB (Brett's 2015 feature film)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 9, 2024 • 52min
Jason Reitman (Saturday Night / Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire / Tully) • #320
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 film-making legend JASON REITMAN! Jason's cinematic output over the last 20 years or more is undeniable, and you will have no doubt seen AT LEAST one of his movies and loved it. Maybe quoted it. Maybe re-enacted a scene or two... It's a fabulous thing then to hear this chat with he and Brett and confirm that Jason is indeed every single bit as film nerdy as you would have hoped. But also genuinely entertaining - these worlds are not mutually exclusive! It's a pleasure to hear about all the elements that make up who Jason is, including literally growing up on the Warner Brothers lot, loving comedians, depicting the pleasure of work in films, community of cinema, his father Ivan (some incredible history you'll hear there), surrender, James Acaster, and among so much more, the choreography and design of his new film Saturday Night! Oh and bonus shout to the Prince Charles Cinema too. A delight of an episode, you shall enjoy. Video and extra audio available on Brett's Patreon! IMDB INSTAGRAM SATURDAY NIGHT OFF MENU with JASON! BRETT • X BRETT • INSTAGRAM TED LASSO SHRINKING SOULMATES SUPERBOB (Brett's 2015 feature film)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 2, 2024 • 52min
Pat Burtscher (comedy) • #319
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 fabulous comic PAT BURTSCHER! Pat is someone with whom Brett shares many years of companionship and experience in the comedy world, and for those unfamiliar, is a lovely person indeed. It's a wide and varied one and a true joy, nice and silly and also heartfelt when the times come. You'll hear about DMT, soundsystems, he and Brett's history on the circuit, trailers, comedic yelling, shared comedic trauma therapy via movies and Boy Amelie! Super fun. ENJOY! Video and extra audio available on Brett's Patreon! ONLINE X INSTAGRAM MANY LINKS!! BRETT • X BRETT • INSTAGRAM TED LASSO SHRINKING SOULMATES SUPERBOB (Brett's 2015 feature film)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 25, 2024 • 1h 9min
Emily Heller (comedy / podcasts / Barry) • #318
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 awesome comic, writer and podcaster EMILY HELLER! Emily's a pro at the podcast game so you know you're in the safest of hands with this episode, as she and Brett catch up on all things micro to macro, minor to major and minimal to maximal. Always fun though, as they encounter the power lines of being on stage at a variety of events, adult situations backgrounded by cartoons, writing room process, the Indian diaspora, transgressive comedies and the degradation of time, relationships, and an entire bunch in between. Oure enjoyment of the highest order, you'll love it! Video and extra audio available on Brett's Patreon! ONLINE X IMDB INSTAGRAM WHAT IS... A JEOPARDY! PODCAST BABY GENIUSES BRETT • X BRETT • INSTAGRAM TED LASSO SHRINKING SOULMATES SUPERBOB (Brett's 2015 feature film)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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