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Christian Bale and Scott Cooper discuss their latest collaboration, The Pale Blue Eye, set at West Point in 1830. They talk about the inspiration from Edgar Allan Poe, casting Harry Melling, and the role of music in the film. They also share insights into their creative dynamic and recent small wins in life.

Krista and Blaine share this week's What & Why, The Empress. Curious what else the Queue team is watching? Head over to Netflix and search "Queue’s Queue" for more recommendations! 

Guest Janelle Monáe, actress in Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery, discusses her interest in Rian Johnson's Sci-Fi work, acting opposite Daniel Craig, and how the cast bonded. She also reflects on fashion moments, her parents' support, and the importance of being well-rested.

Krista and Chris share this week's What & Why, Single All The Way. Curious what else the Queue team is watching? Head over to Netflix and search "Queue’s Queue" for more recommendations! 

In 2019, writer, director, and producer Rian Johnson captured the world’s attention with his witty, star studded whodunit, Knives Out. Now, after months of anticipation, his follow up, Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery, is streaming on Netflix. Over the past few months, Krista sat down with Johnson and cast members Daniel Craig, Janelle Monáe, Edward Norton, and Kate Hudson to hear about their experiences working on Glass Onion. Today, we’re bringing together those conversations to get a behind the scenes look at its production. 

Krista and Alyssa share this week's What & Why, Enola Holmes 1 &2. Curious what else the Queue team is watching? Head over to Netflix and search "Queue’s Queue" for more recommendations! 

Greta Gerwig joins the show to talk about her role in Noah Baumbach's latest film, White Noise. Based on Don DeLillo’s 1985 novel, the film dramatizes an American family's attempts to deal with the mundane conflicts of everyday life while grappling with the universal mysteries of love, death, and the possibility of happiness in an uncertain world.Gerwig shares her first encounter with the novel, describes how she unexpectedly volunteered herself to play Babette while Baumbach was working on the script, and provides a glimpse inside the film's choreography heavy rehearsals. Gerwig also reflects on meeting co-star Adam Driver back when she was a college student in New York City, reveals her goal of continuing to attend dance classes at 80 years old, and explains why getting to take her dog Wizard on a good, long walk is a major win.  

Guillermo del Toro, film director and writer, talks about his latest film, Pinocchio. He shares his love for monsters, his relationship with other filmmakers, and the healing experience of his Oscar night. The podcast explores the impact of Pinocchio, the struggles with imperfection in the film, and the rigorous process of making a stop-motion film.

Krista and Jenny share this week's What & Why, The Wonder. Curious what else the Queue team is watching? Head over to Netflix and search "Queue’s Queue" for more recommendations! 

Rian Johnson, writer, producer, and director of Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery, joins the show. He discusses his fascination with Agatha Christie's novels and adaptations, his writing process for Glass Onion, and how Daniel Craig helped bring Blanc to life. Johnson reflects on his journey into the industry, shares words of wisdom for aspiring filmmakers, and plans his dream dinner party.