Blank Check with Griffin & David

Vanity Fair's Richard Lawson joins the podcast to discuss 'The Curious Case of Benjamin Button'. They explore topics such as the differences between the short story and the film adaptation, attending New York Fashion Week, the making of the movie 'Mech', creating the character of Benjamin Button, spooky movie recommendations, the relationship dynamics in the film, body doubles, the length of the movie, Benjamin Button's life as a tugboat captain, his first love affair, and the career struggles of the director.

Guest Leslye Headland, genius, joins the hosts to discuss the film 'Zodiac' and its impact. They explore themes of obsession, addiction, and resilience. The chapter also includes discussions about the allure of working with top movie stars, seamless storytelling, and the making of the movie. They analyze scenes depicting a non-glamorous serial killer and speculate about a new Star Wars show. The speakers also discuss the brilliance of an actor's performance and the depiction of murders and letters in 'Zodiac'.

Guest Eva Anderson joins the hosts to discuss David Fincher's 'Panic Room'. They talk about Jodie Foster's unexpected role, David Fincher's involvement in Jared Leto's cornrows, and Studio 60's unrelated prominence in the conversation. The chapter descriptions cover topics such as auditioning for SNL and Studio 60, the challenges of filmmaking amidst actor injuries, and the opening sequence of the movie. They also touch on topics like panic rooms, a commercial with political messaging, and admiring an actor's acting skills and career transition to music.

Director Alex Ross Perry joins the podcast to discuss iconic DVDs of the DVD era, Edward Norton's career, the possibility of Janeane Garofalo as Marla Singer in Fight Club, and the silly reason why Fred Durst is a playable character in the Fight Club video game.

Actor, musician, and handsome man Brendan Hines joins the hosts to discuss David Fincher's The Game. They talk about the cost of the movie, Michael Douglas's roles, Deborah Kara Unger, and Charles Martinet's jump off a roof. They also touch on humorous topics, exonerating Kevin Spacey, scumbag roles, Mario's voice actor, failed film projects, comparing The Crowded Room and The Game, James Redporn, composers, Douglas' desire for control, psychological aspects of The Game, Gene Hackman's filmography, bleak movies, and upcoming projects.

Comedians Mike Mitchell and Nick Wiger join the hosts to discuss David Fincher's breakthrough hit Se7en. Topics include playground rumors related to the movie, Kevin Spacey's on-screen persona, the Zodiac killer, and a VERY Doughboys description of the film's 'gluttony' murder.

In this episode, the hosts are joined by Matt Singer, a film critic and journalist, to discuss the troubled production of David Fincher's 'Alien³'. They delve into the standout performances in the movie, the slime and moisture on the alien, HR Geiger's influence, and the chaotic development and production process of the film. They also touch on the design and animation of a robot, explore the character of Bishop, and discuss the challenges and legacy of 'Alien³'.

EMMY AWARD WINNER Tatiana Maslany joins to discuss Park's recent romantic noir film, Tang Wei's performance, 'sand beaching,' and S. Craig Zahler's tight ponytail. Plus, they give their final Park rankings and announce their next series.

We couldn’t be more excited to talk about the film we consider to be Park’s masterpiece - the gorgeous, twisty, and ultimately moving THE HANDMAIDEN. “Mother of the Blankies” Emily Yoshida joins us to unpack this puzzlebox of an erotic thriller, a brilliant adaptation of Sarah Waters’ Fingersmith. Come for the coining of a new Blank Check phrase (thanks, researcher JJ!), stay for a very crucial “touch of the Tucc” tangent. By the way - what does that octopus actually do??Join our Patreon for franchise commentaries and bonus episodes.Follow us @blankcheckpod on Instagram, Threads, Facebook and X! Buy some real nerdy merch.Connect with other Blankies on our Reddit or DiscordFor anything else, check out BlankCheckPod.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Remember when the star of TV’s Prison Break (Wentworth Miller, “human map”) wrote a screenplay that landed on the Black List and ended up serving as the material for Park Chan-Wook’s only English film to date? What a time to be alive! Mia Wasikowska superfan Emily St. James returns to Blank Check to offer her take on 2013’s Stoker, a movie that is not NOT about vampires. Join us as we fawn over Park’s stunning directorial choices (that shot where Nicole Kidman’s hair transitions into grass!), go long on 2000s TV series (Prison Break obviously, but also In Treatment), and listen with delight as Emily shares some crucial David Sims lore.Join our Patreon for franchise commentaries and bonus episodes.Follow us @blankcheckpod on Instagram, Threads, Facebook and X! Buy some real nerdy merch.Connect with other Blankies on our Reddit or DiscordFor anything else, check out BlankCheckPod.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices