Micah and Zack get in-depth into Star Wars: The Force Awakens and give some updates about what’s going on at HMD Films. Shownotes: Cryptic Pictures and Mortal Remains Mark Ricche One Cool Things: Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee Steve Yedlin: F

Episode 26: Christmas Movies

Jan 7th, 2016 1h

In this belated holiday special, we remind you that Jingle All the Way exists, discuss why Die Hard is a Christmas movie, and give our first impressions of The Force Awakens. Shownotes Jingle All the Way One Cool Things: The Phantom Edit – Watc

Episode 25 – Juggling Projects

Dec 14th, 2015 51m 51s

Zack and Micah talk about working on multiple projects at once, what to do if you’re stuck on a script, and some sage advice from Tom Hanks. Shownotes: Tom Hanks: On Acting Tips for Conquering Writer’s Block Ron Howard AMA Akira Recommendations

Episode 24 – Adaptations

Nov 24th, 2015 1h 12m

Zack and Micah tackle some True Detective news before getting into a discussion about The Martian and adaptations in general. Shownotes: Nic Pizzolatto renews contract with HBO Blizzcon Costume Contest winner Outro: “Multiple Forms” by Noah Ken

Episode 23 – Rewrites and Reboots

Oct 28th, 2015 1h 7m

Zack and Micah talk about what it’s like to cut 15 pages out of your script, if they should recast Indiana Jones, and their favorite Halloween movies. Shownotes: Star Wars trailer Frank Marshal says they won’t recast Indiana Jones Halloween rec

Episode 22: Omnibus Part Two

Sep 29th, 2015 54m 15s

Zack and Micah cover a range of topics including Lawrence of Arabia, creating an LLC (and why it’s important), and other film-related things. Shownotes: Amazon Prime Instant Video (download to your device) film-grab.com Recommendations: Lawrenc

Episode 21: Lessons from ‘Crimson’

Sep 22nd, 2015 1h 12m

We're back! And we brought special guest Nathan McFarland on to talk about the music video he just directed, "Crimson."

Episode 20: Expression

Sep 2nd, 2015 1h

Micah and Zack discuss Zack’s new series of articles talking about creative expression. Shownotes: The Problem is Expression by Zack Gross A Warning For Our Next Great Screenwriters by Billy Ray Recommendations: The Year of Living Dangerously

Episode 19: Live Pitch

Aug 10th, 2015 1h 3m

Zack pitches a film concept LIVE, more True Detective impressions, and the introduction of a new segment: Recommended Films. Recommendations: Zack: Assault on Precinct 13 Micah: The One I Love Outro: “Welcome” by Fort Minor

Episode 18: Professional Advice

Jul 21st, 2015 1h

The boys talk some more Comic Con news, briefly discuss Ant-Man, and Micah relays a lot of the advice he’s been getting from industry professionals. Shownotes: New Batman V. Superman trailer Suicide Squad trailer Welcome to Night Vale Lyft Ou

Episode 17: Comic Con

Jul 16th, 2015 49m 39s

Join Zack and Micah as they discuss recent Comic Con news, True Detective season 2, and try not to be too grumpy about it all. Shownotes: Han Solo movie announced Rumor: Colin Treverrow directing Star Wars? Ben Affleck Batman movie announced

Episode 16: The Move

Jul 7th, 2015 57m 1s

This week, Micah and Zack talk about the move to LA, some writing tips, and the John Adams drinking game. Wild by Cheryl Strayed Apple Music Outro: “Black Mambo” by Glass Animals

Episode 15: Decompression

Jun 23rd, 2015 1h 4m

Zack and Micah have a small therapy session about moving to Los Angeles, finding time to be creative, and getting into the groove of filmmaking. Shownotes: Micah’s blog (that he promised to revive for the trip out West) Making of “The Machine

Episode 14: Writing Habits

Jun 9th, 2015 1h 3m

Zack and Micah talk about writing habits, outlining, and how being an adult is hard. Shownotes: Ronin screenwriting contest Outro: “Discipline” by Nine Inch Nails

Episode 13: Omnibus with Scott Jeschke

May 27th, 2015 1h 17m

This week Zack and Micah talk to special guest Scott Jeschke about TV, writing habits, Indiana Jones, and more in this jam-packed episode. Shownotes: Raiders sessions: transcripts Sam Raimi on the Nerdist podcast Creative Spark series Now I S

Episode 12: Action Movies

May 19th, 2015 1h 2m

Zack and Micah disagree about Avengers: Age of Ultron, sing the praises of Mad Max, and talk about what makes them good (or bad) action movies. Shownotes: Mad Max: Fury Road trailer Wilder Mind by Mumford and Sons Bastille restaurant Outro: “

Episode 11: Write for What You Have

May 12th, 2015 58m 20s

Zack and Micah talk about a new web series they’re working on, why you should write for what you have, as well as recent film news. Shownotes: Marvel releases characters appearing in Civil War Jared Leto as the Joker Josh Trank’s Star Wars fi

Episode 10: Film Festivals

May 5th, 2015 1h 3m

Listen as Micah and Zack discuss the changing world of film festivals, some tips for submitting, and what you should expect to get out of them. Shownotes: SENE Film Festival Into the Dark by Lukas Hassel Red Head Said Productions Film Festiva

Episode 9: The Marvel Method

Apr 28th, 2015 1h 1m

Micah and Zack talk about the Marvel method of hiring and paying talent, as well as Ex Machina, creepy stories, and all sorts of other fun stuff. Shownotes: Ex Machina trailer The Head Collector by Janey Robideau “Avengers: Age of Ultron” Kicks

Episode 8: Trailers

Apr 21st, 2015 1h 1m

Micah and Zack take on the new Star Wars teaser, the Batman v. Superman trailer, and other recent news, all while being very allergic to spring. Shownotes: Mortal Remains Absolution Star Wars teaser Batman v. Superman trailer Rogue One Fanta

Episode 7: Concepts

Apr 14th, 2015 47m 47s

Join Micah and Zack as they discuss True Detective, Mad Men, and what makes a good film concept. Shownotes: Zach and Zack interview with Mark Ricche True Detective Season 2 Teaser Interview with Terry Rossio The Inside Story of the Civil War

Episode 6: Feedback

Apr 7th, 2015 59m 56s

As a follow up to last week, Zack and Micah talk about getting feedback on your script, the difference between good and bad feedback, and how to apply the good kind to your script. They also cover the new season of Community, Interstellar, and

Episode 5: 1st Draft

Mar 31st, 2015 56m 24s

Micah and Zack talk about writing, finishing a first draft, and Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt. Shownotes: Fade In screenwriting software Unbearably Fierson Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt Every Frame a Painting: Akira Kurosawa

Episode 4: Crowdfunding

Mar 24th, 2015 1h 7m

Micah and Zack draw on their experience of three successful crowdfunding campaigns to break down what made them successful, and what they learned along the way. Shownotes: Michigan Student Film Festival Con Man Indigogo campaign Zach and Zack

Episode 3: Music

Mar 17th, 2015 1h 14m

Special guest Nathan McFarland joins Zack and Micah to talk about what went wrong with Chappie and scoring independent films. Shownotes: Bagmen – A short film directed by Nathan McFarland Weekend Read – an app for reading screenplays Shadow 1