Beyond the Screenplay
Michael Tucker
“Lessons from the Screenplay” creator Michael Tucker and the LFTS team do deeper dives into the storytelling of individual movies and chat with the creatives behind those films.
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Nov 29, 2024 • 1h 35min
Episode 189: American Beauty
The BTS team discusses the film's intricate character web, the competing themes of façade and self-discovery, and how the project evolved dramatically from script to post-production.
Fall Favorites Season Schedule: https://www.patreon.com/posts/announcing-our-114142028
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Edited by Mike Wuerth and the Nebula Studios team
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Nov 22, 2024 • 17min
Patreon Preview: Labyrinth
In this preview of our patron-exclusive episode on Labyrinth, the BTS team shares their initial reactions to the film.
Listen to the full episode over on the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon:
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Fall Favorites Season Schedule: https://www.patreon.com/posts/announcing-our-114142028
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Alex Calleros: https://x.com/Alex_Calleros
Edited by Mike Wuerth and the Nebula Studios team
Produced by Vince Major: https://x.com/VinceMajor
Website: http://beyondthescreenplay.com
For Inquiries and Booking: vincet.major@gmail.com
Nov 15, 2024 • 1h 24min
Episode 188: Being John Malkovich
The BTS team discusses the Kaufman/Jonze approach to absurdist comedy, how the swift pacing energizes the film, and why thematic cohesion is so crucial to keeping a story grounded.
Fall Favorites Season Schedule: https://www.patreon.com/posts/announcing-our-114142028
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Alex Calleros: https://x.com/Alex_Calleros
Edited by Mike Wuerth and the Nebula Studios team
Produced by Vince Major: https://x.com/VinceMajor
Website: http://beyondthescreenplay.com
For Inquiries and Booking: vincet.major@gmail.com
Nov 8, 2024 • 1h 17min
Episode 187: Raising Arizona
The BTS team discusses the Coen Brothers' first comedy outing, how the film's themes and character work ground the larger than life presentation, and whether young Nicolas Cage is actually Timothée Chalamet.
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Fall Favorites Season Schedule: https://www.patreon.com/posts/announcing-our-114142028
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Find us on Twitter
Beyond the Screenplay: https://x.com/BTScreenplay
Michael Tucker: https://x.com/michaeltuckerla
Tricia Aurand: https://x.com/TriciaJeanA
Brian Bitner: https://x.com/BrianBitner
Alex Calleros: https://x.com/Alex_Calleros
Edited by Mike Wuerth and the Nebula Studios team
Produced by Vince Major: https://x.com/VinceMajor
Website: http://beyondthescreenplay.com
For Inquiries and Booking: vincet.major@gmail.com
Oct 31, 2024 • 20min
Patreon Preview: Mulholland Drive
In this preview of our patron-exclusive episode on Mulholland Drive, the BTS team shares their initial reactions to the film.
Listen to the full episode over on the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/beyondthescreenplay
Fall Favorites Season Schedule: https://www.patreon.com/posts/announcing-our-114142028
🎬 Join our community! Head to the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/beyondthescreenplay
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☕️ LFTS Merch: https://standard.tv/collections/lfts
Find us on Twitter
Beyond the Screenplay: https://x.com/BTScreenplay
Michael Tucker: https://x.com/michaeltuckerla
Tricia Aurand: https://x.com/TriciaJeanA
Brian Bitner: https://x.com/BrianBitner
Alex Calleros: https://x.com/Alex_Calleros
Edited by Mike Wuerth and the Nebula Studios team
Produced by Vince Major: https://x.com/VinceMajor
Website: http://beyondthescreenplay.com
For Inquiries and Booking: vincet.major@gmail.com
Oct 25, 2024 • 1h 28min
Episode 186: E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial
The BTS team discusses the use of symbols, early Spielberg's approach to filmmaking, and how the harrowing third act left a permanent impression on us all.
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Fall Favorites Season Schedule: https://www.patreon.com/posts/announcing-our-114142028
🎬 Join our community! Head to the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/beyondthescreenplay
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Find us on Twitter
Beyond the Screenplay: https://twitter.com/BTScreenplay
Michael Tucker: https://twitter.com/michaeltuckerla
Tricia Aurand: https://twitter.com/TriciaJeanA
Brian Bitner: https://twitter.com/BrianBitner
Alex Calleros: https://twitter.com/Alex_Calleros
Edited by Mike Wuerth and the Nebula Studios team
Produced by Vince Major: https://twitter.com/VinceMajor
Website: http://beyondthescreenplay.com
For Inquiries and Booking: vincet.major@gmail.com
Oct 18, 2024 • 12min
Announcing our Fall Schedule!
We're launching our fall season, "Fall Favorites" with a new episode releasing every Friday! Each of us is bringing two movies from our top ten lists to the table and sharing why we love them so much!
October 25th: E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial
October 31st: Patreon-Exclusive — Mulholland Drive
November 8th: Raising Arizona
November 15th: Being John Malkovich
November 22nd: Patreon-Exclusive — Labyrinth
November 29th: American Beauty
December 6th: Patreon-Exclusive — Mrs. Doubtfire
December 13th: L.A. Confidential
🎬 Join our community! Head to the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/beyondthescreenplay
👕 BEYOND THE SCREENPLAY MERCH https://lessons-from-the-screenplay.creator-spring.com
☕️ LFTS Merch: https://standard.tv/collections/lfts
Find us on Twitter
Beyond the Screenplay: https://twitter.com/BTScreenplay
Michael Tucker: https://twitter.com/michaeltuckerla
Tricia Aurand: https://twitter.com/TriciaJeanA
Brian Bitner: https://twitter.com/BrianBitner
Alex Calleros: https://twitter.com/Alex_Calleros
Produced by Vince Major: https://twitter.com/VinceMajor
Website: http://beyondthescreenplay.com
For Inquiries and Booking: vincet.major@gmail.com
Oct 17, 2024 • 14min
Patreon Preview: Garden State
In this preview of our patron-exclusive episode on Garden State, the BTS team shares their initial reactions to the film.
Listen to the full episode over on the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon:
https://www.patreon.com/beyondthescreenplay
Find us on Twitter
Beyond the Screenplay: https://twitter.com/BTScreenplay
Michael Tucker: https://twitter.com/michaeltuckerla
Tricia Aurand: https://twitter.com/TriciaJeanA
Brian Bitner: https://twitter.com/BrianBitner
Alex Calleros: https://twitter.com/Alex_Calleros
Edited by Mike Wuerth and the Nebula Studios team
Produced by Vince Major: https://twitter.com/VinceMajor
Website: http://beyondthescreenplay.com
For Inquiries and Booking: vincet.major@gmail.com
10 snips
Aug 23, 2024 • 1h 45min
Episode 185: Alien: Romulus
The discussion dives deep into the complexities of character dynamics in 'Alien: Romulus,' highlighting the need for better connections among the younger cast. They explore moral dilemmas, contrasting humanity with corporate ethics, and reflect on the emotional impact of nostalgia versus innovation in the franchise. Unexpected twists in the climax provoke thoughts on body horror and motherhood. The hosts balance critique with appreciation of cinematic experiences, considering how to effectively honor legacy while crafting fresh narratives.
Aug 16, 2024 • 14min
Patreon Preview: Alien 3
In this preview of our patron-exclusive episode on Alien 3, the BTS team shares their initial reactions to the film.
Listen to the full episode over on the Beyond the Screenplay Patreon:
https://www.patreon.com/beyondthescreenplay
Find us on Twitter
Beyond the Screenplay: https://twitter.com/BTScreenplay
Michael Tucker: https://twitter.com/michaeltuckerla
Tricia Aurand: https://twitter.com/TriciaJeanA
Brian Bitner: https://twitter.com/BrianBitner
Alex Calleros: https://twitter.com/Alex_Calleros
Edited by Mike Wuerth and the Nebula Studios team
Produced by Vince Major: https://twitter.com/VinceMajor
Website: http://beyondthescreenplay.com
For Inquiries and Booking: vincet.major@gmail.com
