Blank Check with Griffin & David

Guest Sean Fennessey joins the hosts to discuss David Fincher's 'Mank' and its reception, the influence of 'Citizen Kane' on Fincher's career, unique casting choices in 'Mank', and the contrasting tones and styles of the film. They also touch on discussions about other movies, Liam Neeson's performance, and the box office performance of various films.

Esther Zuckerman, a delightful guest, discusses the darkly comic masterpiece Gone Girl. They talk about the portrayal of 'Amazing Amy', Tyler Perry's directing tips, alternate casting choices, and the neglected career of Ben Affleck. The hosts also delve into the adaptation process, Ben Affleck's role, and the impact of the movie. They analyze the movie's connection to children's books and true crime genre. The podcast also includes discussions on memorable scenes, Amy's diary, Tyler Perry's performance in Alex Cross, and the ending scene of Gone Girl. They touch upon the Oscars snub, box office performance, and upcoming Mindhunter episode.

Fran Hoepfner, a guest on the podcast, dives into Fincher's 2011 Nordic noir, 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo'. Topics include comparing Fincher's version with the original Swedish film, similarities between Lisbeth Salander and ET, Christopher Plummer's remarkable acting career, and the desire for a 'Witch Hacker' movie by Ben Hosley.

A three hour podcast discussing the influential film 'The Social Network', exploring topics such as David Fincher's career and potential projects, the making of the movie, casting choices, portrayal of characters, the impact of the film on society, and the Oscars.

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.