January 16, 2025

#RIP David Lynch

Over the years of doing this show, we've lost a lot of people that we've talked to in the past. Though we never had the opportunity to talk with David Lynch, his work is a personal favorite and the subject of many episodes of the show. Since first seeing Eraserhead in high school, Lynch's oeuvre has been the subject of fascination and much discussion on the show. Enjoy our ongoing conversation of some of his work including a discussion on the Wake Up Heavy podcast:

Eraserhead (1977):

Dune (1984) - Commentary Track:

Blue Velvet (1986):

Twin Peaks: Fire Walk With Me (1992):

Lost Highway (1997):

Mulholland Drive (2001):

Fire Walk With Me (Redux) / Twin Peaks: The Return (2017)

Lynch/Oz (2022):

Music Mix:


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Buy Dune on Blu-Ray

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January 15, 2025

Episode 725: All the President's Men (1976)

Episode 725: All the President's Men (1976) Guest Co-Hosts: Andras Jones, Robert Bellissimo

Meet the The Projection Booth on the third floor of the parking garage at 3AM to discuss Alan J. Pakula's All the President's Men (1976), a landmark film about the Watergate scandal that brought down a presidency. Y'know, back when crimes have consequences. Co-hosted by Robert Bellissimo and Andras Jones -- who requested the film for Patreon Request Month -- delves into the gripping story of Washington Post reporters Bob Woodward (Robert Redford ) and Carl Bernstein (Dustin Hoffman), as they unravel the conspiracy that reached the highest levels of government.

With a razor-sharp script by and Pakula’s masterful direction, the film captures the intensity of investigative journalism and the political paranoia of its time. Join us as we explore the making of this cinematic powerhouse, its relevance today, and the passion behind Redford’s drive to bring this story to the screen.

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Become a supporter of The Projection Booth
Buy All the President's Men by Woodward & Bernstein
Buy All the President's Men by Blu-Ray
Listen to The Untold Story of All the President's Men

Music:
"Impeach the President" - The Honeydrippers

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January 8, 2025

Episode 724: 24 Hour Party People (2002)

Episode 724: 24 Hour Party People (2002) Guest Co-Hosts: Father Malone, Axel Kohagen

We continue another Patreon month with a pick from Andrew Henrickson: 24 Hour Party People (2002). Join Mike White, Father Malone, and Axel Kohagen as they dive into Michael Winterbottom's electric chronicle of the Manchester music scene, told through the eyes of the ever-charismatic Tony Wilson (Steve Coogan). From Factory Records to the legendary Hacienda, the film brims with unforgettable moments and a who's who of '80s post-punk history, including standout performances by Lennie James, Paddy Consadine, and more.

We were supposed to speak with screenwriter again for the episode but it didn't happen this time.

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Links:
Become a supporter of The Projection Booth
Buy 24 Hour Party People on Blu-Ray
Buy 24 Hour Party People by Tony Wilson
Buy Control on Blu-Ray

Music:
"24 Hour Party People" - Happy Mondays

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January 6, 2025

Special Report: Dread Zeppelin - A Song of Hope (2024)

Special Report: Dread Zeppelin - A Song of Hope (2024) Special Guests: Sharif Nakhleh, Jason USA

On this special episode, Mike interviews Sharif Nakhleh, director of Dread Zeppelin: A Song of Hope (2024), and Jason USA. This compelling documentary charts the bizarre, brilliant journey of the band Dread Zeppelin, blending reggae, Led Zeppelin covers, and a touch of Elvis for a sound and story like no other. Mike unpacks the film’s creation, its exploration of musical eccentricity, and its celebration of the enduring power of hope and creativity.

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Links:
Become a supporter of The Projection Booth
Lean more at the Chibson website
Buy Dead Zeppelin music

Music:
"Immigrant Song" - Dread Zeppelin

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January 1, 2025

Episode 723: Poison (1991)

Episode 723: Poison (1991) Guest Co-Hosts: Rahne Alexander, Kyler Fey

Starting 2025 with a bang, we're diving into Todd Haynes's groundbreaking feature film debut, Poison (1991). Co-hosted by the fabulous Rahne Alexander and Kyler Fey himself, this episode unpacks the audacious triptych of tales—Hero, Horror, and Homo—that propelled Haynes to indie cinema stardom. Bold, provocative, and unapologetically queer, Poison challenges conventions and leaves an indelible mark on the New Queer Cinema movement. Join us as we explore the film’s layered narratives, its haunting aesthetics, and its enduring impact.

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Become a supporter of The Projection Booth
Buy Poison on Blu-Ray

Music:
"A Little Drop of Poison" - Tom Waits

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December 25, 2024

Episode 722: Crimes and Misdemeanors (1989)

Episode 722: Crimes and Misdemeanors (1989) Special Guest: Eric Lax
Guest Co-Hosts: Keith Gordon, Andras Jones

Explore the dualities of morality, fate, and human frailty in Crimes and Misdemeanors (1989), Woody Allen's masterful blend of dark comedy and philosophical drama. To close out 2024 and our Patreon-requested series, Mike White welcomes Andras Jones and Keith Gordon for a spirited discussion of this haunting tale. With Martin Landau and Allen himself leading parallel storylines—one of an ophthalmologist spiraling into ethical darkness, the other of a struggling documentarian chasing unrequited love—the film weaves an intricate tapestry of guilt, ambition, and existential reckoning. Along the way, a blind rabbi offers wisdom (and serves as a poignant metaphor) as the characters navigate their moral crossroads.

The episode features an interview with Woody Allen's friend and biographer Eric Lax who describes Allen's process and the evolution of Crimes and Misdemeanors.

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Links:
Become a supporter of The Projection Booth
Buy Crimes and Misdemeanors on Blu-Ray
Buy Woody Allen: A Biography by Eric Lax
Buy Conversations with Woody Allen: His Films, the Movies, and Moviemaking by Eric Lax
Buy Start to Finish: Woody Allen and the Art of Moviemaking by Eric Lax

Music:
"All I Do Is Dream of You" - Gene Kelly

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December 19, 2024

Special Report: Kraven the Hunter (2024)

Special Report: Kraven the Hunter (2024) Guest Co-Hosts: Father Malone, Chris Stachiw

Mike is joined by co-hosts Father Malone and Chris Stachiw to sink their teeth into J.C. Chandor's Kraven the Hunter (2024), the latest cinematic adaptation from Sony's Spider-Man universe. They dissect the film’s portrayal of the infamous anti-hero (Aaron Taylor Johnson)), the performances, and its place in the broader superhero genre. The trio tackles the creative choices, the film’s fidelity to its source material, and whether it brings anything fresh to the crowded landscape of comic book adaptations.

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Links:
Become a supporter of The Projection Booth
Buy Kraven the Hunter on Blu-Ray

Music:
"The Hunter" - Albert King

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