Filmmaker Commentary

1995's Higher Learning is POTENT! Even 25 years later most, if not all of the topics are still very relevant. From a film making standpoint John Singleton has a few tricks up his sleeve, tune in and learn more! Hosted by Reginald Titus Jr Co-Hosted by Casey G. Smith --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/filmmakercommentary/support

Spike Lee's film school Daze would prove to be a monumental film for his career and how other Americans view Black Americans in the educational system. This is a film that is still talked about to this day Filmmaker Commentary is Hosed by Reginald Titus Jr. and Co-Hosted by Casey G. Smith. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/filmmakercommentary/support

2010 Predators shows you how to have a quick turnaround! From casting to theater in just under 1 year!! Directed by Nimrod Antal, and Executive produced by Robert Rodriquez actors and filmmakers can learn a lot about making movies with Robert Rodriguez. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/filmmakercommentary/support

1974's The Godfather Part 2 is about The early life and career of Vito Corleone in 1920s New York City is portrayed, while his son, Michael, expands and tightens his grip on the family crime syndicate. This film is a masterclass on story telling! Filmmaker Commentary is hosted by Reginald Titus Jr. Co-hosted by Casey G. Smith --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/filmmakercommentary/support

2004's Collateral was pretty solid. We got a chance to see into the night with the use of digital cameras. Unheard of at the time but common place now. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/filmmakercommentary/support

1995's Heat Starring Al Pacino and Robert Dinero is about a group of professional bank robbers that start to feel the heat from police when they unknowingly leave a clue at their latest heist. Filmmaker Commentary is Hosted by Reginald Titus Jr. and Co-Hosted by Casey G. Smith --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/filmmakercommentary/support

Just a quick update to let you know we aint going nowhere!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/filmmakercommentary/support

A research team in Antarctica is hunted by a shape-shifting alien that assumes the appearance of its victims. This film is a great research tool for filmmakers. Filmmaker Commentary is Hosted by Reginald Titus Jr. Co-hosted by Casey G. Smith --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/filmmakercommentary/support

2019's Child's Play is surprisingly well done and appropriate for today's audience. We discuss how this film was made. Hosted by Reginald Titus Jr. Co-hosted by Casey G. Smith --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/filmmakercommentary/support

1984's A Nightmare on Elm Street was a hit! Check out how Wes Craven made it. Filmmaker Commentary is Hosted by Reginald Titus Jr Co-hosted by Casey G. Smith --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/filmmakercommentary/support

2019's Brightburn is a ruthless spin on the hero genre. This anit-hero is not here to save you! We dive into how this film was made. Filmmaker Commentary Hosted by Reginald Titus Jr. and Co-hosted by Casey G. Smith --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/filmmakercommentary/support

Released in the year of 2000, Remember the Titans is a family film that we can all learn a thing or two from. The commentary is solid and suitable for filmmakers. Hosted by Reginald Titus Jr, Co-hosted by Casey G. Smith --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/filmmakercommentary/support

More football films!! In 2006 The Rock starred in the film Gridiron Gang. This one flew under our radars. Tune in as we tackle more football tropes and we have a long discussion during our news and movies watched segment. Hosted by Reginald Titus Jr. and Co-Hosted by Casey G. Smith --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/filmmakercommentary/support

2004's Friday Night Lights gives a rare glimpse into the fragile side of high school football. Directed by Peter Berg, this commentary is full of insights about adapting a book based on real characters brought to life via the film format in which a few adjustments had to be made. Hosted by Reginald Titus Jr. Co-hosted by Casey G.Smith --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/filmmakercommentary/support

It's difficult to make a believable football film. Especially when the NFL doesn't want to help you. Discover how Oliver Stone was able to make a classic football film given the huge obstacles in his path. Filmmaker Commentary is Hosted by Reginald Titus Jr. Co-Hosted by Casey G. Smith --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/filmmakercommentary/support

1986's Aliens was a hit! Written and Directed by James Cameron we dive into why this film is still sooo good. One of the best commentaries delivered on the Blu-ray track from 2003. Highly recommended. Hosted by Reginald Titus Jr. Co-Hosted by Casey G. Smith --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/filmmakercommentary/support

Kiss Kiss Bang Bang dropped in 2005 and is Shane Black's Directorial debut. It was a flop at the box office but many people love the film. You decide we break this genre bending film down. Filmmaker Commentary is Hosted by Reginald Titus Jr. and Co-Hosted by Casey G. Smith --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/filmmakercommentary/support

This movie is mind blowing! Well written, well directed. Antoine really breaks down his process in the commentary. Training Day dropped in 2001 earning Denzel Washington an Oscar. Filmmaker Commentary is hosted by Reginald Titus Jr. and Co-hosted by Casey G. Smith --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/filmmakercommentary/support

A quick updates from our last two weeks! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/filmmakercommentary/support

2004's Never Die Alone is a surprisingly good low budget action crime drama. Directed by Ernest Dickerson, this film has substance! Tune in and learn something. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/filmmakercommentary/support