

The Movies That Made Me
SpectreVision Radio
Filmmakers and entertainers discuss the movies that inspired them. Hosted by Oscar nominated screenwriter and TFH Guru Josh Olson and fearless leader himself, director Joe Dante. The Movies That Made Me is recorded live in Hollywood and engineered by film composer Don Barrett.SpectreVision Radio is a bespoke podcast network at the intersection between the arts and the uncanny, featuring a tapestry of shows exploring creativity, the esoteric, and the unknown. We’re a community for creators and fans vibrating around common curiosities, shared interests and persistent passions.spectrevisionradio.comlinktr.ee/spectrevisionsocial#filmmaking #film #movies #cinema #behindthescenes #interview #filmhistory #hollywood #directing #writing #screenwriting #producing #editing #sounddesign #filmscores #music #indiefilm #cultcinema #arthouse #midnightmovies #horrorfilms #genrefilm #creativity #art #artists
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Feb 11, 2025 • 1h 11min
DONNIE DARKO writer/director Richard Kelly
Richard Kelly, the visionary writer and director of 'Donnie Darko' and 'Southland Tales,' dives into a rich discussion about Robert Zemeckis' films with hosts Josh Olson and Joe Dante. They reflect on the deeply personal connections formed through cinema and the nostalgia of movie nights. Kelly shares insights from his early career, including breakthroughs in visual effects and the significance of films like 'Jurassic Park.' Additionally, they explore the struggles of unfinished projects and the creative process in unconventional spaces. A fascinating journey through film history!

Feb 4, 2025 • 1h 2min
INHERITANCE writer/director Neil Burger
Writer/Director Neil Burger discusses a few of his favorite films with hosts Josh Olson and Joe Dante. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 28, 2025 • 1h 16min
COMPANION writer/director Drew Hancock
Companion writer/director Drew Hancock discusses a few of his favorite films from his year working at a movie theater in 1999 with hosts Josh Olson and Joe Dante. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 21, 2025 • 2h 8min
Remembering David Lynch
Josh and Joe discuss the impact and importance of the late, great David Lynch, followed by reminiscences from several past guests. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 14, 2025 • 1h 25min
BABYGIRL writer/director Halina Reijn
Babygirl writer/director Halina Reijn returns to the podcast and discusses a few of her favorite sexy movies with Josh Olson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 7, 2025 • 1h 16min
THE BRUTALIST actor Alessandro Nivola
Actor Alessandro Nivola discusses a few of his favorite films with hosts Josh Olson and Joe Dante. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 24, 2024 • 1h 4min
NOSFERATU writer/director Robert Eggers
Writer/Director Robert Eggers (The Lighthouse, The Witch, The Northman, Nosferatu) discusses a few of {@text|Pronoun@} favorite films with hosts Josh Olson and Joe Dante. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 17, 2024 • 1h 4min
ADULT SWIM YULE LOG 2: BRANCHIN' OUT writer/director Casper Kelly
Writer/director Casper Kelly (Too Many Cooks, Yule Log 2: Branchin' Out, Cheddar Goblin) discusses a few of his favorite films with hosts Josh Olson and Joe Dante. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 10, 2024 • 1h 30min
DELIVER ME FROM NOWHERE author Warren Zanes
Deliver Me From Nowhere: The Making of Bruce Springsteen's Nebraska author Warren Zanes discusses his favorite movies about the return of the unresolved with Josh Olson and Joe Dante. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 26, 2024 • 56min
MEANWHILE ON EARTH writer/director Jérémy Clapin
MEANWHILE ON EARTH writer/director Jérémy Clapin discusses a few of his favorite films with hosts Josh Olson and Joe Dante. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices