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The Movie Crypt

Filmmakers Adam Green (FROZEN, the HATCHET franchise), Joe Lynch (MAYHEM, EVERLY), and Arwen the Yorkie host this inspirational and educational program that offers a fully comprehensive look at the entertainment industry, the artistic process, and the enduring struggle of not giving up on your dreams. By candidly sharing their own trials and tribulations in Hollywood, Adam and Joe create an extremely honest and heartfelt dialogue with their guests. The hilarious, heartbreaking, and therapeutic “artist on artist” conversations focus on each guest’s individual journey and the various hurdles they have personally faced and conquered along the way. With guests ranging from Academy Award winners, entertainment icons, and A-list celebrities… to cinematographers, editors, studio executives, and countless other crucial positions not typically featured in the spotlight, an average episode of THE MOVIE CRYPT offers more insight for navigating the entertainment industry than an entire semester of film school. Hailed by Entertainment Weekly magazine as “one of the top 20 podcasts you should be listening to” [Issue #1345], a new episode of THE MOVIE CRYPT has been released every single Monday without fail since the day the podcast launched on May 6, 2013.

This is an independent podcast that only exists thanks to the support of listeners. To get the FULL version of every new episode without ads every Monday morning simply subscribe to our Patreon for just $1 a month! Our entire catalogue of episodes, access to our monthly LIVE events, and more are all available at: www.Patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt

Latest Episodes:

Ep 357: Jude Angelini Apr 06, 2020

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WARNING: EXPLICIT CONTENT. Radio DJ and award winning author Jude Angelini (ALL OUT SHOW, HAYENA, HUMMINGBIRD) shares his story with Adam, Joe, and Arwen. THIS IS THE FIRST EPISODE IN MOVIE CRYPT HISTORY TO OPEN WITH A WARNING. IF YOU ARE FRAGILE OR EASILY OFFENDED - SKIP THIS ONE. From growing up poor in a broken home with a literal closet for a bedroom… to being in the remedial classes among mentally disabled students in school … to finding himself on the JENNY JONES show by chance - and making such an impression that he became a regular for 80 episodes as "Rude Jude"… to simultaneously working in a strip club bathroom on 8 Mile just to get by - all the while being recognized for being on TV… to getting a shoutout on an Eminem record and a job as a DJ on Eminem's Sirius Satellite radio channel… to becoming a published, award winning author with his shocking, real-life short stories… this episode contains the most controversial language of any MOVIE CRYPT episode but it's also one of the most inspiring conversations you'll ever hear. Dr. Arwen provides emotional support and encouragement to a patient dealing with bad luck, the guys learn about Chipotle hacks, and after knowing each other for over 6 years Adam and Jude realize where and when they actually first met. For every listener out there who simply can't relate to the 99% of artists that have appeared on this podcast over the last 7 years and said that they came from supportive families… for every listener who was born into difficult circumstances and been told who and what they can possibly ever become… and for every listener who's felt like the cards they were dealt were a permanent road block to ever achieving their real dream… this one's for you. NEVER. GIVE. UP.

Join our Patreon community and start enjoying HOURS of bonus episodes of "Classic Crypt", early access to new episodes, monthly interactive LIVE events, access to take part in "Hollywood Therapy" and "Viewer Mail," the holy "Cult of Arwen," and more by heading over to Patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt.

Ep 356: Paul Solet Returns! Mar 30, 2020

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Filmmaker Paul Solet (TREAD, GRACE, DARK SUMMER, TALES OF HALLOWEEN) first appeared on THE MOVIE CRYPT during our episode dedicated to making short films almost 6 years ago (Ep 74 - 10/20/14). Now, Solet returns to sit down with Adam, Joe, and Arwen, discuss his full career journey, and share all that he has been up to since last doing the podcast. From growing up with Eli Roth as his summer camp counselor… to his short film GRACE being discovered by Adam (who produced the feature film version)… to GRACE's magnificent Sundance premiere being followed by several frustrating years of "almosts" … to conquering writing assignments that required crash courses in subjects he wasn't already familiar with … to constantly changing genres and never repeating himself artistically… to the making of his incredible new documentary TREAD which mixes testimonial, news/stock, and recreation footage in a groundbreaking way … Solet is much more of a force to be reckoned with than the "Nicolo" character he portrays on HOLLISTON! Dr. Arwen provides emotional support and advice for a writer in an identity crisis and Paul answers our Crypt Keepers' burning questions in this incredibly educational episode.

Did you know that you automatically get our first 100 episodes when you sign up for the "Classic Crypt" tier of our Patreon? With rewards like early access to every new episode, monthly interactive LIVE events, access to take part in "Hollywood Therapy" and "Viewer Mail," the holy "Cult of Arwen," and more… if you're a fan of THE MOVIE CRYPT you'll love just how much more of it you'll get by supporting us on patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt!

Ep 355: David Bruckner Mar 23, 2020

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Filmmaker David Bruckner (THE SIGNAL, THE RITUAL, TV'S CREEPSHOW) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to share his career journey. From making short films with a group of filmmaking friends in Atlanta… to the Sundance premiere of their anthology THE SIGNAL… to a long stretch of figuring out "now what?"… to honing his craft by writing, writing, writing… to finding more success with anthologies like V/H/S and SOUTHBOUND… to his brief attachment at the helm of the long await next FRIDAY THE 13TH film… to his triumphant return to Sundance with this year's THE NIGHT HOUSE… David's path through thick and thin is a prime example of the "never give up" spirit. Dr. Arwen provides emotional support for a filmmaker being forced into a change of casting plans, David answers our Crypt Keepers' burning questions, and Adam gets a novel idea for bathroom fruit in this highly enjoyable conversation that was long overdue.

Get our first 100 episodes and more when you sign up for the "Classic Crypt" tier of our Patreon! With rewards like early access to every new episode, monthly interactive LIVE events, access to take part in "Hollywood Therapy" and "Viewer Mail," the holy "Cult of Arwen," and more… if you're a fan of THE MOVIE CRYPT you'll love just how much more of it you'll get by supporting us on patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt!

Ep 354: Danny Pudi Mar 16, 2020

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Actor Danny Pudi (COMMUNITY, MYTHIC QUEST, DUCK TALES) sits down with Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his career journey. From starting out in dance as a young child… to falling in love with the comedy of Monty Python… to being the first ever recipient of the Chris Farley scholarship at Second City in Chicago… to his year's working on COMMUNITY… to working with Joe on KNIGHTS OF BADASSDOM… to juggling family life/fatherhood and a career in the arts… Danny's optimism and humility is absolutely infectious in this incredibly fun and inspiring conversation!

Start enjoying HOURS of weekly bonus episodes of "Classic Crypt", early access to every new episode, monthly interactive LIVE events, access to take part in "Hollywood Therapy" and "Viewer Mail," the holy "Cult of Arwen," and more by heading over to Patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt and joining our own COMMUNITY of Crypt Keepers today! (See what we did there?)

Ep 353: Jack Henry Robbins Mar 09, 2020

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Filmmaker Jack Henry Robbins (VHYes, GHOSTMATES, OPENING NIGHT) discusses his career journey with Adam, Joe, and Arwen. From Jack's work creating in multiple genres… to the making of his latest film VHYes… to the process of screening/testing a new film… to the many lessons learned along the way… Jack shares his storytelling process. Dr. Arwen provides advice for a filmmaker looking to see things in the best possible light, Jack offers some great tips on writers, and Adam addresses the tragic loss of his ex-girlfriend Amie who was murdered just a few days before the recording of this episode.

If you were supporting THE MOVIE CRYPT on Patreon you'd be enjoying HOURS of weekly bonus episodes of "Classic Crypt", early access to every new episode, monthly interactive LIVE events, access to take part in "Hollywood Therapy" and "Viewer Mail," the holy "Cult of Arwen," and more! Head over to Patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt and join our community of Crypt Keepers today!

Ep 352: Daniel Pearl Mar 02, 2020

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Cinematographer Daniel Pearl (THE TEXAS CHAINSAW MASSACRE 1974 & 2003, FRIDAY THE 13th 2009, ALIEN VS PREDATOR: REQUIEM) sits down with Adam, Joe, and Arwen for an absolutely epic conversation about his long and distinguished career. (Pearl holds the second longest running career as a Director of Photography in all of Hollywood!) From shooting music videos and concert films for artists like Guns N Roses, U2, Mariah Carey, Michael Jackson, George Michael, Bon Jovi, Shania Twain, Jennifer Lopez, Paul Simon, Britney Spears, Missy Elliott, Janet Jackson, INXS, Billy Idol, Bruce Springsteen, John Mellencamp, and Paul McCartney (just to name a FEW)… to shooting both the original AND the remake of THE TEXAS CHAINSAW MASSACRE… the boys fully fanboy out over their cinematography hero! Dr. Arwen provides emotional support for a filmmaker in need of unplugging, our Patreon supporters have their burning questions answered, and Pearl receives the ultimate "Movie Crypt car waxing" in this phenomenal conversation that Adam and Joe had been waiting 7 years to have.

Join our Crypt Keeper community today and start enjoying weekly bonus episodes of "Classic Crypt", early access to every new episode, Adam and Joe's monthly "Crypt Picks" videos, bonus monthly film commentaries, access to our monthly interactive "Movie Crypt Live" episodes, Adam and Joe's "Crypt Diaries," and the holy "Cult of Arwen!" Visit Patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt to start supporting this podcast today!

Ep 351: J.D. Dillard Feb 24, 2020

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Filmmaker J.D. Dillard (SLEIGHT, SWEETHEART) joins Adam, Joe, and Arwen to discuss his journey through Hollywood so far. From the decision to not finish film school and instead round himself out by studying a potentially more useful skill set… to all he learned by working as an assistant/receptionist at Bad Robot while continuing to write and direct shorts… to his feature film directorial debut with SLEIGHT… to the importance of knowing how to keep a story tight and not overstay its welcome… to his latest film- the isolated creature feature SWEETHEART (currently available on Netflix)… J.D.'s successful career trajectory is the perfect example of the path Adam so often recommends in terms of starting out as an assistant while continuing to create during the hours outside of the office. Dr. Arwen provides emotional support/advice to a filmmaker grappling with a guilty feeling, Adam gets burned by a 7 year old, and the importance of understanding the business side of making movies is made incredibly clear in this extremely educational conversation.

Join our Crypt Keeper community today and start enjoying weekly bonus episodes of "Classic Crypt", early access to every new episode, Adam and Joe's monthly "Crypt Picks" videos, bonus monthly film commentaries, access to our monthly interactive "Movie Crypt Live" episodes, Adam and Joe's "Crypt Diaries," and the holy "Cult of Arwen!" Visit Patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt to start supporting this podcast today!

Ep 350: Severin Fiala & Veronika Franz Feb 17, 2020

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Austrian filmmaking team Severin Fiala and Veronika Franz (GOODNIGHT MOMMY, THE LODGE) sits down with Adam, Joe, and Arwen for a hilarious and extremely honest conversation about their career journey and the reality of financing films in this day and age. The unlikely filmmaking duo share the incredible story of how they met and began working together… the major differences/similarities between getting a film financed in Austria and in America… their approach to equally sharing the helm on each project… the major differences with which "success" is measured in Austria and in the USA… and the challenges that almost every filmmaker faces in trying to communicate just how difficult it actually is to maintain a career in the arts to those on the outside of the industry. Dr. Arwen provides emotional support/advice to a filmmaker wondering when the time is right to stop working for free (which spawns a brutally honest discussion about the perils of being too generous), Adam shares a very messy story about "parenting," and Joe and Severin realize that they in fact shared a past "life" in this super entertaining and incredibly candid episode.

Join our Crypt Keeper community today and start enjoying weekly bonus episodes of "Classic Crypt", early access to every new episode, Adam and Joe's monthly "Crypt Picks" videos, bonus monthly film commentaries, access to our monthly interactive "Movie Crypt Live" episodes, Adam and Joe's "Crypt Diaries," and the holy "Cult of Arwen!" Visit Patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt to start supporting this podcast today!

Ep 349: Stephen Lang Feb 10, 2020

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Actor Stephen Lang (AVATAR, DON'T BREATHE, MANHUNTER) sits down with Adam, Joe, and Arwen to share his career journey. From answering "the calling" to become a performer… to working on Broadway alongside such greats as Dustin Hoffman and John Malkovich… to Stephen's process behind becoming the characters he embodies with each new role… to constantly adapting to each different directors' unique style… to the story behind "Miles Quaritch's" coffee cup in AVATAR… to how he feels about his children working in the industry… to working with our friends Joe Begos and Josh Ethier on their latest film VFW (available this Friday/Valentine's Day!)… it is easy to see why Stephen has become one of the most beloved character actors working today. Dr. Arwen helps guide a filmmaker with their short film's next steps and Stephen answers our Crypt Keepers' burning questions in this wicked fun episode.

Join our Crypt Keeper community today and start enjoying weekly bonus episodes of "Classic Crypt", early access to every new episode, Adam and Joe's monthly "Crypt Picks" videos, bonus monthly film commentaries, access to our monthly interactive "Movie Crypt Live" episodes, Adam and Joe's "Crypt Diaries," and the holy "Cult of Arwen!" The day you sign up for our "Classic Crypt" tier you instantly get access to the first 100 episodes of this podcast- complete with new introductions looking back on the episodes over 5 years later! If that isn't worth your $5 (it comes out to 5 cents an episode!) then we don't know what is! Visit Patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt to start supporting this podcast today!

Ep 348: FROZEN in Kansas City (LIVE) Feb 03, 2020

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On Saturday January 25, 2020 the Panic Film Festival in Kansas City, MO presented a special 10th anniversary screening of Adam Green's FROZEN followed by a live performance of THE MOVIE CRYPT podcast. For the first time ever, Joe Lynch interviews Adam Green in the most candid filmmaker on filmmaker conversation about the making of FROZEN that you'll ever hear. From Green turning down an offer that would have doubled the production's budget had he been willing to concede to the producer's demands (which included NOT shooting the film entirely on location)… to Green literally casting the very first actress to walk into the audition room… to the technical and physical hurdles that the cast and crew endured shooting on the side of a mountain in Utah during the dead of winter… to Joe's father passing away while he was visiting the set… to the moments with the wolves that turned dangerous… to the haunting story about the real-life tragedy that had occurred in the very spot Green was compelled to shoot the film in… the two filmmakers take a deep dive behind the scenes of FROZEN's lasting legacy "doing for skiing what JAWS did for swimming." Recorded before a live audience the episode also includes the return of "The Steven Tyler Congratulations" as Green and Lynch honor a very special guest who also had a film screening at Panic Fest this year. NOTE: Unfortunately Arwen could not attend this live appearance due to a previously scheduled professional obligation.

Green and Lynch held a "Crypt Keeper" meet up at the Screenland Armour theater where over 20 Patreon members joined the hosts for a private hangout before the screening of FROZEN began! Become part of our Crypt Keeper community today and start enjoying weekly bonus episodes of "Classic Crypt", early access to every new episode, Adam and Joe's monthly "Crypt Picks" videos, bonus monthly film commentaries, access to our monthly interactive "Movie Crypt Live" episodes, Adam and Joe's "Crypt Diaries," and the holy "Cult of Arwen!" We want to see YOU at the next "Crypt Keeper" meet up! Visit Patreon.com/TheMovieCrypt and start supporting this podcast today!

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