Episode 350: 'The Fall Guy' with April Wright

Episode 350: 'The Fall Guy' with April Wright

Author: MaximumFun.org May 17, 2024 Duration: 1:05:01

David Leitch, the director of Atomic Blonde, Bullet Train, and Hobbs & Shaw, got his Hollywood start as a stunt man. Now he’s coming full circle, making an action/comedy/romance about that stunt life, with a pair of Oscar-nominated Barbenheimer love interests at the center. And we’ve got filmmaker April Wright, director of Stuntwomen: The Untold Story, here to offer an insider’s perspective!

What’s Good
Alonso - The Circle
April - Taurus World Stunt Awards
Drea - new Doctor Who with Jinx Monsoon

ITIDIC

  1. George Clooney to Make His Broadway Debut in Good Night and Good Luck Adaptation
  2. Art Directors Guild Suspends Their Training Program
  3. B Movie Legend Roger Corman Has Died at 98

Staff Picks
Alonso - Stunt Rock
April - Dolemite Is My Name
Drea - Birds of Prey

You can watch April’s movie Stuntwomen: The Untold Hollywood Story on all of Alonso’s streaming services, and even some others!

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Kevin Avery
Drea Clark
Alonso Duralde

Produced by Marissa Flaxbart
Sr. Producer Laura Swisher


Every week, comedian Kevin Avery, film producer Drea Clark, and critic Alonso Duralde gather to tear into the world of movies, offering a perspective that breaks from the usual mold. Their conversations are a rapid-fire mix of sharp critique, industry knowledge, and genuine comedy, making each episode feel like hanging out with the most film-obsessed friends you have. Maximum Film! dives into the latest releases, dissects classic cinema, and unpacks the news shaping Hollywood, all delivered with an energy that’s as entertaining as it is insightful. This isn’t a dry lecture; it’s a lively, thoughtful, and often hilarious flight through everything on screen. You’ll find yourself reconsidering films you love and discovering new favorites, all thanks to the distinct voices and experiences each host brings to the microphone. Part of the MaximumFun.org network, this podcast consistently delivers that perfect blend of smart analysis and effortless fun, turning your weekly listen into a highlight for any film fan.
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