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In this episode, Daniel Chadwick-Shubat is joined by Jack El-Hai, the author of The Nazi and the Psychiatrist, to discuss the film adaptation Nuremberg. They explore the journey from book to screen, the historical accuracy of the film, and the challenges of portraying complex historical figures like Herman Göring and Douglas Kelley. Jack shares his experiences at the Toronto International Film Festival and insights into the filmmaking process, including casting choices and screenplay development. The conversation also touches on the broader themes of authoritarianism and the importance of recognizing historical patterns in today's world.

Films discussed during this episode:

• Nuremberg
• The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare
• The Third Man
• Judgement at Nuremberg
• Inglorious Basterds

Nuremberg is out in theaters this Friday across North America. To find tickets in Canada click here. To find tickets in the USA click here. To follow Jack's work or to read his Damn History newsletter check out his website here.

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Next Episode: Train Dreams

In this episode, Daniel and Mason dive into the recently released Blue Moon, a film that offers a deep character study of Lorenz Hart, portrayed by Ethan Hawke. They discuss the film's artistic nuances, its setting on the opening night of Oklahoma and its potential Oscar buzz. 

Films discussed during this episode:

• Blue Moon
• Weapons
• One Battle After Another

Blue Moon is out in theaters now, providing a rich, introspective experience for film enthusiasts. To buy tickets in Canada click here. To buy tickets in the USA click here.

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Next Episode: Nuremberg with Jack El-Hai

Independent Film Focus focuses on talking to filmmakers and highlighting their projects that might not have a wide release or are independently backed. In today's episode Daniel chats to Jason Buxton, the director of the new release, Sharp Corner.

Sharp Corner is the story of a man's spiral as he tries to find greater purpose in his life. It follows Josh, a hapless family man who is drawn into saving the lives of the car crash victims at the sharp corner in front of his house.

Films discussed during this episode:

• Sharp Corner
• The Gift
• The King of Comedy
• Taxi Driver
• Little Children
• No Country for Old Men
• One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest
• The Wages of Fear

Sharp Corner releases in limited theaters across North America on May 9th. To buy tickets in Canada click here. To find tickets in the USA click here. 

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Next Episode: Thirteen Lives & Deeper with Dr. Richard Harris

Independent Film Focus focuses on talking to filmmakers and highlighting their projects that might not have a wide release or are independently backed. In today's episode Daniel chats to Samir Oliveros, the director of The Luckiest Man in America.

The Luckiest Man in America tells the unbelievable story of Michael Larson, an ice cream truck driver, who appeared on the gameshow Press Your Luck and won. 

Films discussed during this episode:

• The Luckiest Man in America
• Bad Lucky Goat
• Richard Jewell
• Camille 2000

The Luckiest Man in America is out now on VOD. You can buy or rent it here.

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Next Episode: Independent Film Focus #5: Sharp Corner with Jason Buxton

Independent Film Focus focuses on talking to filmmakers and highlighting their projects that might not have a wide release or are independently backed. In today's episode Daniel chats to Jamie Kastner, the director of the documentary, The Spoils.

The Spoils explores the contemporary controversies surrounding the restitution of Nazi-looted art—specifically the story of Dr. Max Stern, a German-Jewish dealer who fled to Montreal during WWII and went on to become one of Canada's most influential figures in the art world. Jamie chats about what led him to making a film about Max Stern and how he tries to leave his bias at the door when making documentaries with different sides to the same story. 

Films discussed during this episode:

• The Spoils
• The Monuments Men
• The Woman in Gold
• K*ke like Me

The Spoils is out in theaters now across Canada and is being distributed by Vortex Media. VOD details will follow in the coming weeks. 

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Next Episode: Independent Film Focus #4: The Luckiest Man in America with Samir Oliveros

In this episode Daniel is joined by guest co-host Michael Denniston, from the Trilogy in Theory and Sober Cinema podcasts. Mike and Dan discuss the latest offering from Angel Studios, Rule Breakers. 

Rule Breakers tells the amazing true story of women from Afghanistan participating in a robotics competition and all the hurdles, societal and literal, that they have to jump through to make it to the competition in America. 

Films discussed during this episode:

• Rule Breakers
• Nosferatu
• Companion
• A Grand Day Out
• 28 Days Later
• You're Next
• Mickey 17
• Thunderbolts*

Rule Breakers is out now in theaters in North America. It's also available to stream for members of the Angel Guild, which you can sign up for here. 

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Next Episode: Independent Film Focus #3: The Spoils with Jamie Kastner

In this episode Daniel and Mason chat about the new release McVeigh. Focusing on Timothy McVeigh (Alfie Allen) in the weeks and days before the Oklahoma City bombing, which is to this day the most devastating domestic terrorist attack on US soil. Also in the episode, Daniel is joined by Ashley Benson, Anthony Carrigan and Bret Gelman who star in the film, to chat about their work on it. 

Films discussed during this episode:

• McVeigh
• Black Bag
• A Better Man
• 28 Weeks Later
• Zodiac

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Next Episode: Rule Breakers 

In this episode Daniel is joined by Matt Carroll, Professor of Journalism at Northeastern University, and formerly a member of the Spotlight team at the Boston Globe. Matt joins the show to discuss the 2015 Academy Award Best Picture winner Spotlight. He discusses his portrayal by Brian D'Arcy James, what the film got right and the events that happened that didn't make it in the film because they were too unbelievable.

Films discussed during this episode:

• Spotlight
• Zodiac
• All the President's Men
• A Complete Unknown

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Next Episode: McVeigh with Ashley Benson, Anthony Carrigan & Brett Gelman

In this special episode Daniel and Mason discuss this year's Oscars and talk about all the films and people who won awards. They discuss whether the wins were deserved, as well as dissecting some of the drama and funnier moments of this year's ceremony.

Films discussed during this episode:

• The Brutalist
• Anora
• Conclave
• A Real Pain
• A Complete Unknown
• Emilia Perez
• Mickey 17
• Sinners
• Marty Supreme

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Next Episode: Spotlight with Matt Carroll

In this episode Daniel and Mason look at the feature film adaptation of the documentary of the same name, Last Breath. Directed by Alex Parkinson, who also directed the documentary of the same name, Daniel and Mason discuss the differences of the feature length film, as well as asking if the film wasn't Hollywoodized enough. 

Films discussed during this episode:

• Last Breath
• Wallace and Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl
• Nosferatu
• The Brutalist
• Babylon
• Mission Impossible

Distributed by Elevation Pictures, Last Breath is out in theaters Friday, February 28th. To buy tickets in Canada click here. To buy tickets in the USA click here.

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Next Episode: Oscars Review