

Happy Sad Confused
Josh Horowitz
On Happy Sad Confused, Josh Horowitz gets nerdy and intimate with the biggest movie stars and filmmakers on the planet. Each and every week, you’ll hear in-depth, career-spanning conversations with everyone from Samuel L. Jackson and Scarlett Johansson to Christopher Nolan and Quentin Tarantino. If you’ve ever wanted to know what it was like to get casual with A-listers like Tom Hiddleston or Kristen Stewart (all HSC regulars), then come on in and join Josh on Happy Sad Confused.
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Sep 28, 2023 • 42min
Gareth Edwards
Gareth Edwards is no stranger to big scale sci-fi but his latest film, THE CREATOR, is something different, a rare wholly unique idea in a sea of franchises. Gareth joins Josh to talk about his filmmaking influences, from Spielberg to Cameron, and his experiences directing giant films like ROGUE ONE and GODZILLA. #happysadconfused #joshhorowitz #thecreator #garethedwards SUPPORT THE SHOW BY SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! NordVPN -- 🌏 Get Exclusive NordVPN deal here ➼ nordvpn.com/HappySad It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! ✌ ZocDoc -- Go to ZocDoc.com/HappySad UPCOMING EVENTS! 10/9 -- Come see Josh and Josh Gad & Andrew Rannells at the 92nd Street Y in NYC! Virtual tickets available too. Get your tickets here! Check out the Happy Sad Confused patreon here! We've got discount codes to live events, merch, early access, exclusive episodes of GAME NIGHT, video versions of the podcast, and more! To watch episodes of Happy Sad Confused, subscribe to Josh's youtube channel here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 21, 2023 • 57min
David Goyer
David Goyer, known for his work as a writer and creative force for the BLADE and DARK KNIGHT trilogies, talks about his role as the Executive Producer/director/show-runner for FOUNDATION. He also shares his thoughts on the future of Batman, the troubled production of Blade Trinity, and the development and production of the show 'Foundation'.

Sep 18, 2023 • 47min
John Cena (2022)
In this encore episode of Happy Sad Confused, Josh chats with John Cena about his transition from wrestling to acting, the lessons he's learned along the way, and finding a friend and collaborator in James Gunn. UPCOMING EVENTS! 10/9 -- Come see Josh and Josh Gad & Andrew Rannells at the 92nd Street Y in NYC! Virtual tickets available too. Get your tickets here! Check out the Happy Sad Confused patreon here! We've got discount codes to live events, merch, early access, exclusive episodes of GAME NIGHT, video versions of the podcast, and more! To watch episodes of Happy Sad Confused, subscribe to Josh's youtube channel here! SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! NordVPN -- 🌏 Get Exclusive NordVPN deal here ➼ https://nordvpn.com/HappySad It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! ✌ BetterHelp -- This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/HSC today to get 10% off your first month Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 14, 2023 • 56min
Taissa Farmiga (2022), plus Toronto Film Festival report
Taissa Farmiga is back on the big screen with THE NUN 2 so we're looking back at her whole career in this 2022 chat! Plus Josh recaps his Toronto Film Festival experience. UPCOMING EVENTS! 10/9 -- Come see Josh and Josh Gad & Andrew Rannells at the 92nd Street Y in NYC! Virtual tickets available too. Get your tickets here! Check out the Happy Sad Confused patreon here! We've got discount codes to live events, merch, early access, exclusive episodes of GAME NIGHT, video versions of the podcast, and more! To watch episodes of Happy Sad Confused, subscribe to Josh's youtube channel here! SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! NordVPN -- 🌏 Get Exclusive NordVPN deal here ➼ https://nordvpn.com/HappySad It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! ✌ BetterHelp -- This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/HSC today to get 10% off your first month Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 7, 2023 • 51min
Jeff Nichols (and Telluride wrap-up)
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.

Aug 31, 2023 • 48min
Fall Movie & Telluride FIlm Festival Preview
Rejoice, Fall is upon us and as any film lover knows that means great movies! Josh and NextBestPicture.com editor in chief Matt Neglia take a look at the upcoming Telluride Film Festival and all the exciting offers coming up in theaters this season. UPCOMING EVENTS! 10/9 -- Come see Josh and Josh Gad & Andrew Rannells at the 92nd Street Y in NYC! Virtual tickets available too. Get your tickets here! Check out the Happy Sad Confused patreon here! We've got discount codes to live events, merch, early access, exclusive episodes of GAME NIGHT, video versions of the podcast, and more! To watch episodes of Happy Sad Confused, subscribe to Josh's youtube channel here! SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! NordVPN -- 🌏 Get Exclusive NordVPN deal here ➼ https://nordvpn.com/HappySad It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! ✌ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 28, 2023 • 57min
Chad Stahelski
After a stellar career as a stuntman and second unit director, Chad Stahelski has emerged as one of the preeminent action filmmakers working today, helming the 4 JOHN WICK films. He joins Josh for the first time to chat primarily about the latest film (SPOILERS ahead!) and his ambitions beyond the Wick franchise. Check out the Happy Sad Confused patreon here! We've got discount codes to live events, merch, early access, exclusive episodes of GAME NIGHT, video versions of the podcast, and more! To watch episodes of Happy Sad Confused, subscribe to Josh's youtube channel here! SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! NordVPN -- 🌏 Get Exclusive NordVPN deal here ➼ https://nordvpn.com/HappySad It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! ✌ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 24, 2023 • 53min
Hoyte Van Hoytema, Vol. II
Renowned cinematographer Hoyte Van Hoytema discusses his collaborations with Christopher Nolan, including their latest film OPPENHEIMER. They delve into capturing the subjective experience in their films, their love for James Bond films, and the guest's potential take on a Bond film. They also touch on current strikes in the industry, upcoming projects, and the excitement for the film 'Barbie'.

Aug 17, 2023 • 43min
David Harbour, Vol. IV
David Harbour, known for GRAN TURISMO and STRANGER THINGS, talks about his new film, the end of STRANGER THINGS, and his upcoming projects in the MCU and DC universe. They also discuss the impact of the writer's strike on actors, their fear of audience reception, learning to drive with stick shift, their fascination with performance capture, meeting Taylor Swift, texting celebrities, and random video ideas for a podcast.

Aug 14, 2023 • 58min
Jamie Dornan (2022)
With the release of HEART OF STONE, we're revisiting our 2022 chat with Jamie Dornan! Enjoy this career chat, from his beginnings alongside the likes of Eddie Redmayne and Andrew Garfield to FIFTY SHADES OF GREY to BELFAST. SUPPORT THE SHOW BY SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! ZocDoc -- Go to ZocDoc.com/HappySad NordVPN -- 🌏 Get Exclusive NordVPN deal here ➼ https://nordvpn.com/HappySad It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! ✌ RocketMoney -- Go to RocketMoney.com/HSC To watch episodes of Happy Sad Confused, subscribe to Josh's youtube channel here! Check out the Happy Sad Confused patreon here! We've got discount codes to live events, merch, early access, exclusive episodes of GAME NIGHT, video versions of the podcast, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices