Writers/Blockbusters Screenwriting Podcast

Jamie, Jimmy and Bob answer the call by breaking down the script to Scott Derrickson's The Black Phone.

Jamie, Jimmy and Bob say a collective YUP to Jordan Peele's newest script.

Jamie, Jimmy and Bob tempt fate as they discuss the script to Robert Eggers newest film The Northman.

The hosts express their deep love for Jurassic Park and their nostalgic experiences. They discuss potential directors, blockbuster filmmaking, and the concept of 'in media res'. They explore the idea of an 'off screen movie' and discuss the prequel concept in the franchise. They analyze the 'half man' character archetype and debate the theme and structure of the film. They examine the power of 'superior position', foreshadowing, set ups and payoffs, and creating memorable characters. They also delve into comedy writing, character obsessions, and the use of repetition in storytelling.

Jamie, Jimmy and Bob ask each other if they are happy as they breakdown the newest Marvel script to Sam Raimi's Doctor Strange In The Multiverse Of Madness.

This podcast discusses the script for the movie 'Alien', including personal experiences with the franchise and the impact of different adaptations. They also explore genre combinations, the importance of flipping story elements, Ripley's character arc, the construction of the monster in 'Alien', and the remarkable qualities of the xenomorph. They analyze the connection between the alien and 'Joe Duroskis Dune', and discuss the significance of a 'praise of the killer' speech in horror movies. They also touch on 'John Carter of Mars' and support for the show.

Jamie, Jimmy and Bob aren't careful what they wish for as they dig through the script to the global box office juggernaut that is Marvel's Spider-Man: No Way Home.

Guest Eduardo Sánchez, known for directing The Blair Witch Project, discusses the influence of Star Wars on his career and the experience of creating a promotional video for Disney. They also talk about the pronunciation of 'Han Solo,' the impact of credits as a marketing strategy, childhood impressions of the movie, the appearance and hygiene of Han Solo, costumes, iconic quotes, endings in movies, and the blend of genres and humor in Star Wars.

The Jamie, The Jimmy and The Bob become vengeance (not really) when discussing the script for The Batman.

The podcast discusses the impact and personal connection of the movie 'Wayne's World' and other SNL skit movies. They explore the balance of comedy and storytelling, the genre debate around comedy, and the role of coincidence in comedy. The hosts analyze the character of Wayne from 'Wayne's World', deception and performance in the movie, comic obsessions, parody, and exaggeration. They also delve into wordplay, funny analogies, and breaking the fourth wall in storytelling. The podcast concludes with an exploration of comedy writing tools and techniques and a discussion on Mike Myers' writing process.