American Cinematheque’s Weekly Movie Interview Podcast Will Feature Edgar Wright, Mary Bronstein, Franklin Leonard, Patton Oswalt, Danny DeVito and More
Why it matters: This podcast offers a nostalgic deep dive into the communal magic of cinema, celebrating shared moviegoing memories.
- The American Cinematheque is launching a new weekly interview podcast series, hosted by artistic director Grant Moninger, celebrating the theatrical moviegoing experience.
- Variety notes the podcast will feature a diverse lineup of guests including Edgar Wright, Mary Bronstein, Franklin Leonard, Patton Oswalt, and Danny DeVito, with the first two episodes dropping on April 2.
- Deadline emphasizes the podcast's focus on the "theatrical experience," underscoring the show's mission to explore the personal memories tied to seeing films in cinemas.
- Grant Moninger explains the show's premise, stating it "celebrates the ‘going’ in ‘going to the movies’" by delving into the deep personal memories created by the communal viewing experience.
- The podcast will be available in both video and audio formats weekly on YouTube and major podcast platforms, with an interactive website allowing audiences to "program their own film festival."
The American Cinematheque is launching a new weekly podcast, "The American Cinematheque Podcast," on April 2, featuring renowned filmmakers and personalities like Edgar Wright, Mary Bronstein, and Danny DeVito. Both Variety and Deadline highlight the show's unique blend of interview and game-show elements, focusing on guests' most memorable theatrical moviegoing experiences to celebrate the enduring magic of cinema.
