Episode 633: True Stories (1986)

Special Guests: Stephen Tobolowsky, Alix Elias
Guest Co-Hosts: Chris Stachiw, Axel Kohagen

Directed by and starring David Byrne, True Stories (1986) tells the story of Virgil, Texas which is having its sesquicentennial anniversary and having a big talent show. We’re introduced to the unusual residents of the town in little vignettes that star a lot of familiar faces.

Axel Kohagen returns to the Projection Booth along with Chris Stachiw. Meanwhile, Mike talks with screenwriter Stephen Toboblowsky and actress Alix Elias about their role in crafting the film.

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Music:
"Radio Head" - Talking Heads, featuring Tito Larriva, Esteban Jordan With Los Vampiros
"Dream Operator" - Talking Heads, featuring Annie McEnroe
"People Like Us" - Talking Heads, feautring John Goodman

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Special Report: Ed Lachman on The Velvet Underground (2021)

Special Guests: Edward Lachman

Mike spoke with cinematographer Ed Lachman about some of his earlier films (The American Friend, The Limey) along with his latest work with Todd Haynes, The Velvet Underground (2021)

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Music:
"What Goes On" - The Velvet Underground

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