Ep. 24: Andrew Ullman at Ontario St. Comics from "Unbreakable"

Ep. 24: Andrew Ullman at Ontario St. Comics from "Unbreakable"

Author: Jared Cowan May 31, 2024 Duration: 1:17:16
In our first episode outside of Los Angeles, we head to Philly to meet up with location manager Andrew Ullman at Ontario St. Comics. Andrew reflects on discovering his love cinema while growing up in the City of Brotherly Love, becoming the first agent to one of today's foremost comedic actors, finding artistic gratification as a location professional, and returning to his hometown where he became a frequent collaborator of M. Night Shyamalan's. Jared shares with Andrew his personal connections to the production of "Unbreakable" as we dig into the film's locations. We're also joined by Bill Fink, the owner of Ontario St. Comics, the long-established North Philadelphia comic book shop used in Shyamalan's contemporary superhero tale. Ontario St. Comics: www.facebook.com/OntarioComics

Ever wonder what it was really like to stand on that iconic street corner or inside that legendary movie set? On Location with Jared Cowan takes you there, microphone in hand. Hosted by photographer and film journalist Jared Cowan, this isn't just a discussion about scenes; it's an audio tour guided by the people who created them. Jared’s deep expertise, rooted in years of writing about Los Angeles filming locations-starting with an early deep-dive into the San Fernando Valley spots used in "The Karate Kid"-informs every conversation. Each episode is recorded on-site at the actual places where cinematic magic happened, featuring candid talks with the directors, crew, and actors who have stories you’ve never heard. The podcast pulls back the curtain on the practical realities, unexpected challenges, and fleeting moments of genius that occur when a location becomes a character. You’ll get the sense of standing beside Jared as he asks the questions that reveal how a simple place is transformed into an unforgettable piece of film history. It’s for anyone who has ever watched a movie and wanted to linger in that world just a little longer, understanding the concrete details behind the illusion.
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