The Oscar Project Podcast

4.32-Kicking Off the 4th Oscars with Kevin Pettit

Send us Fan MailToday's episode is the beginning of my conversations about the films nominated at the 4th Academy Awards. I'm joined by Kevin Pettit who writes the See You at the Movies newsletter and we break down some of the history of the 4th Academy Awards, a minor change to the writing categories, and all of the nominees.Be sure to subscribe to the podcast to get all the news episodes delivered to your device every Friday from now through early September 2026 and if you want to be a guest for a film from the 5th Academy Awards, send me a message replying to this episode and let me know you're interested.Nominees of the 4th Academy Awards (linked films will take you to where you can watch the film online as of the recording of this episode):HolidayThe Dawn PatrolLaughterWhoopee!The Doorway to HellMoroccoJust ImagineMin and BillThe Royal Family of BroadwayThe Criminal CodeLittle CaesarTrader HornCimarronTabuEast LynneThe Front PageSkippyThe Public EnemySvengaliA Free SoulSmart MoneyCheck out Oscar Wars by Michael Schulman that Kevin mentioned in the episode.Support the show

4.31-Nosferatu with Joshua Ytreberg

Send us Fan MailToday's episode is a special between Oscars conversation about the 1922 film Nosferatu. This was another suggestion from my son Joshua who came on last year between seasons to talk about The General with me and is another classic film that came along too early to be recognized by The Academy.Listen to hear about some of the early the visual effects the film used quite effectively, the stark reality of certain German actors in the 1930s, and how this film has served as the basis for vampire films for over a century. Don't forget to check out the film for yourself on YouTube, Amazon Prime, or buy a copy of the remastered Kino Lorber disc for your collection.Other films mentioned in this episode include:Nosferatu the Vampyre directed by Werner HerzogNosferatu (2024) directed by Robert EggersThe Cabinet of Dr. Caligari directed by Robert WieneTwilight directed by Catherine HardwickeSinners directed by Ryan CooglerBram Stoker's Dracula directed by Francis Ford CoppolaOther referenced topics:Dracula by Bram StokerVampire in the Garden (series)Variety reviewstevepulaski.com reviewNosferatu episode on the Dead Meat YouTube channelSupport the show

4.30-Filmmaker Interview with Philip Clyde-Smith and Eliza Power

Send us Fan MailIn today's episode, I interview Philip Clyde-Smith and Eliza Power, director and writer of the short film "A Hand to Hold." The film is a darkly funny body horror look at love and dealing with loss.Listen to hear about the single day writing process, the tricky balancing act between comedy and grotesque horror, and some advice to directors when casting a film.Books mentioned in this episode include:A Beginner's Guide to Dying by Simon BoasDracula by Bram StokerTender is the Flesh by Agustina BazterricaLilyFilms and TV shows mentioned in this episode include:"A Hand to Hold" directed by Philip Clyde-SmithThe Young Offenders (series)Possession directed by Andrzej ŻuławskiKinski: My Best Fiend directed by Werner HerzogFright Night directed by Tom HollandThe Exorcist directed by William FriedkinThe Goonies directed by Richard DonnerGhostbusters directed by Ivan ReitmanThe Good, the Bad and the Ugly directed by Clint EastwoodThe Lord of the Rings directed by Peter JacksonMary Poppins directed by Robert StevensonAmerican Psycho directed by Mary HarronThe Big Lebowski directed by Joel CoenDonny Darko directed by Richard KellyFollow the film on Instagram @ahandtoholdfilm, Philip @philipclydesmith, and Eliza @mselizapower.Support the show

4.29-King Kong with Kevin Pettit

Send us Fan MailToday's episode is a special between Oscars conversation about the 1933 film King Kong. Podcast regular Kevin Pettit from the See You At The Movies newsletter recommended this film and even though it's out of order, the film was never nominated for an Oscar which made it a perfect candidate to fill in some of these in between weeks.Kevin had a chance to watch King Kong on the big screen recently, but you can check out some lesser quality prints online or buy a copy for your collection, and be sure to check out Kevin's newsletter.Other films mentioned in this episode include:King Kong directed by Peter JacksonKong: Skull Island directed by Jordan Vogt-RobertsJurassic Park directed by Steven SpielbergChang: A Drama of the Wilderness directed by Ernest B. Schoedsack and Merian C. CooperForrest Gump directed by Robert ZemeckisThe Lord of the Rings directed by Peter JacksonStar Wars directed by George LucasGodzilla (film series)The Hobbit directed by Peter JacksonRoom directed by Leonard AbrahamsonE.T. The Extra-Terrestrial directed by Steven SpielbergInglourious Basterds directed by Quentin TarantinoJaws directed by Steven SpielbergOther referenced topics:The Soundtrack Show Podcast Interview with David Farmer (Part 1, Part 2)The Lost World (novel) by Arthur Conan DoyleMotion Picture Herald reviewChicago Tribune reviewFilm Daily reviewRoger Ebert reviewSupport the show

4.28-Filmmaker Interview with Blake Sherwyn

Send us Fan MailIn today's episode, I interview Blake Sherwyn, director of the short film "Chet Bond: License to Chill," a hilarious mockumentary about James Bond's nepobaby son.Listen to hear about he identified a gap in the market for action comedy mockumentaries, the difficulty of finding the right actors to play the supporting roles in the film, and an on set incident that could have been much worse.Books mentioned in this episode include:Save the Cat! Writes a Novel: The Last Book On Novel Writing You'll Ever Need by Jessica BrodyFilms and TV shows mentioned in this episode include:"Chet Bond: License to Chill" directed by Blake Sherwyn"Lil Brick Answers the Web's Most Searched Questions" directed by Blake SherwynJames Bond franchiseThe Social Network directed by David FincherThe Hangover directed by Todd PhillipsEverybody Wants Some directed by Richard LinklaterMarty Supreme directed by Josh SafdieBilly Madison directed by Tamra DavisFollow Blake on Instagram @blakesherwynofficial.Support the show