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Craft Services

Welcome to Craft Services! Each week we interview someone who worked on a film we like. This is a show hosted by Rutgers University Film Students Parth Marathe and Trent Algayer.

Cover art by: Jack Siminerio

Intro jingle by: Nate Johnston

Outro jingle by: Michael Schaming

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Episodes

SPIDER-MAN (2002) with Supervising Art Director Steve Arnold

Parth and Trent discuss Spider-Man (2002) with its supervising art director, Steve Arnold. They also put one of their film school rivals on blast... Edited by Parth Marathe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 28, 20211 hr 8 minEp. 35

EDGE OF TOMORROW: LIVE DIE REPEAT (2014) Discussion With Jackson Clark

Trent and Parth have their first-ever guest rematch with their film school rival Jackson Clark. This movie is unsure of what its title is, and this podcast is unsure if we are crashing and/or burning. Edited by Trent Algayer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 21, 202153 minEp. 34

EDGE OF TOMORROW (2014) with Head Prop Maker Pierre Bohanna

Parth and Trent talk Edge of Tomorrow with its head of department prop maker, Pierre Bohanna. They also discuss the making of the Batsuit and Tom Cruise. Edited by Parth Marathe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 14, 20211 hr 27 minEp. 33

NOMADLAND (2020) Discussion

Parth and Trent, local teens, release another episode as they attempt to keep the podcast afloat. Edited by Trent Algayer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 08, 202149 minEp. 32

NOMADLAND (2020) with 1st AD & Unit Production Manager Mary Kerrigan

Parth and Trent talk with Mary Kerrigan about her work on Nomadland as both the first assistant director, and unit production manager. Parth also accuses Kermit the frog of some heinous crimes... Edited by Parth Marathe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 28, 202151 minEp. 31

PROMISING YOUNG WOMAN (2020) Discussion with Emily Katz

This is a historical episode in Craft Services History. Both the 30th episode spectacular, and our first major technical malfunction. Trent's friend Emily visits the show as it would be weird for just 2 dudes to sit around talking about this film. Edited by Trent Algayer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 21, 202146 minEp. 30

LOCKED DOWN (2021) Discussion

In this episode, Parth and Trent Vs. The Internet, their fears, adversity, and more. Also, I botched the upload the first time around, our involvement was preceded by 2 minutes of complete silence. Oops. Edited by Trent Algayer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 11, 202147 minEp. 28

LOCKED DOWN (2021) with Production Manager Ella Daines Smith

Parth and Trent discuss Locked Down with Production Manager, Ella Daines Smith. Parth also shows off his Bane and Joker impressions. Edited by Parth Marathe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 03, 20211 hr 5 minEp. 27

MANK (2020) Discussion/Ranking Fincher

This week Parth and Trent, regulars on the show, talk about David Fincher's latest film Mank. They also ranked his entire filmography. It was awesome. We're biased because we're deeply involved in the creation of the program. So it's kinda a conflict of interest, but just trust me. And if that doesn't interest you, listen to hear how Mr. Algayer shook hands with Brad Pitt. Edited by Trent Algayer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Feb 03, 20211 hr 1 minEp. 26

MANK (2020) with Digital Compositor Adrian Alanis

Parth and Trent interview Adrian Alanis, who worked on Mank, as well as Godzilla: King Of The Monsters, Zombieland: Double Tap and We Can Be Heros. Trent continues to pester Parth with Muppets conversation, and we discuss Disney's recent CEO's. All this and more. Edited by Parth Marathe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 20, 202130 minEp. 25

Indie Director/Producer BRENDEN HUBBARD Interview

Parth and Trent (The Hosts of the show) Interview Brendan Hubbard (the guest on the show). He worked on The Curfew, a short that won an Oscar in 2013, was a producer on the A24 Film The Vanishing Of Sidney Hall, and has himself recently directed The Helping Hand, which can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zN0keX8BHdo. Edited by Parth Marathe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 16, 202146 minEp. 24

BILL & TED FACE THE MUSIC (2020) Discussion with Kate Rotunda

Parth and Trent discuss their thoughts on Bill & Ted Face the Music with their friend and colleague, Kate Rotunda. They also drive Parth to the brink of madness with their chatter. Edited by Parth Marathe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 15, 202146 minEp. 23

END OF 2020 SPECIAL

Parth and Trent discuss the end of 2020, their favorite films of the year, and more! Edited by Parth Marathe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 31, 20201 hr 4 minEp. 22

TENET (2020) Discussion

Parth and Trent discuss their thoughts on Christopher Nolan's latest release, Tenet, as well as their experiences with drive-in theaters. Edited by Parth Marathe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 09, 202043 minEp. 20

TENET (2020) with Senior Special Effects Technician and Pyrotechnician Kevin Bitters

Parth and Trent talk with Senior Special Effects Technician and Pyrotechnician Kevin Bitters about his work on Tenet, as well as other projects such as Mad Max: Fury Road, Fast and Furious 9, and Avengers: Age of Ultron. You may also find out Parth's opinions on milk and cereal... Edited by Parth Marathe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 27, 20201 hr 5 minEp. 19

TRIAL OF THE CHICAGO 7 (2020) Discussion

Parth and Trent discuss their feelings on The Trial of the Chicago 7, as well as their expert opinions on the Vietnam War. Edited by Parth Marathe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 24, 202042 minEp. 18

MEMENTO (2000) Discussion

Parth and Trent discuss their thoughts on Memento, as Parth endures a few of Trent's hilarious segments. Edited by Parth Marathe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 06, 202052 minEp. 16

MEMENTO (2000) with Actor Stephen Tobolowsky

Parth and Trent take a look back at Christopher Nolan's first film, Memento, with actor Stephen Tobolowsky, who played Sammy Jenkis in the aforementioned film. Hijinks ensue. Edited by Parth Marathe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 01, 20201 hr 25 minEp. 15

BIRDS OF PREY (2020) Discussion

Parth and Trent talk Birds of Prey. Edited by Parth Marathe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 01, 202040 minEp. 14

BIRDS OF PREY (2020) with Editor Evan Schiff

Parth and Trent discuss Birds of Prey with editor Evan Schiff, and learn a few cool things along the way... Edited by Parth Marathe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 14, 20201 hr 8 minEp. 13

GONE GIRL (2014) Discussion with Sophia Alexis

Parth and Trent talk with Sophia Alexis, Parth's 'friend' about the film Gone Girl. Edited by Parth Marathe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 10, 202053 minEp. 12

SORRY TO BOTHER YOU (2018) Discussion

Parth and Trent discuss their feelings on Sorry to Bother You. Edited by Parth Marathe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 26, 202031 minEp. 10

JOHN WICK (2014) with Costume Designer Luca Mosca

Parth and Trent talk with John Wick costume designer, Luca Mosca, as well as their own thoughts on the film. They also reaffirm their commitment to being against racism. Edited by Parth Marathe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 13, 20201 hr 29 minEp. 6
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