Crew Call with Anthony D'Alessandro
Deadline Hollywood
Crew Call is a Deadline Hollywood podcast hosted by Anthony D'Alessandro. It features in depth interviews with some of the biggest movers and shakers in the entertainment industry.
Episodes
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Dec 8, 2025 • 26min
Andy and Barbara Muschietti
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Dec 1, 2025 • 42min
Robert Schwartzman & Alex Ross
Robert Schwartzman & Alex Ross join Anthony to discuss their new film 'Pavements.' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 25, 2025 • 22min
James L. Brooks
James L. Brooks joins Crew Call to discuss 'Ella McCay.' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 20, 2025 • 33min
Zach Cregger
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Nov 10, 2025 • 27min
Yorgos Lanthimos
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Sep 30, 2025 • 17min
James Cameron
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Aug 25, 2025 • 12min
Darren Aronofsky
Darren Aronofsky, an Oscar-nominated filmmaker known for hits like Black Swan and The Wrestler, dives into the complexities of filmmaking. He discusses balancing authenticity with surprise in storytelling. The conversation touches on the nostalgic charm of filming in New York and the unique challenges of creating R-rated content. He highlights Austin Butler's transformative performance in Caught Stealing, and reminisces about the immersive experience of Black Swan in IMAX. Aronofsky also explores the evolving connection between filmmakers and audiences in today's cinematic landscape.
Aug 20, 2025 • 28min
James Gunn
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Aug 18, 2025 • 23min
Ethan Coen & Tricia Cooke
On this episode of Crew Call, host Anthony D'Alessandro sits down with four-time Oscar-winning filmmaker Ethan Coen and his longtime collaborator, editor-turned-writer Tricia Cooke, to talk about their new Focus Features comedy caper 'Honey Don’t.'
The pair open up about how their creative partnership began in the cutting room on 'Miller’s Crossing,' how they transitioned into writing together, and why their scripts often play with genre and gender norms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 13, 2025 • 24min
Paul W. Downs & Jen Statsky
'Hacks' co-creators Paul W. Downs & Jen Statsky join Anthony to talk 14 Emmy nods, the making of “A Slippery Slope,” and the real-world late-night parallels.
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