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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

EVIL DEAD (2013) with Cinematographer Aaron Morton

Parth and Trent discuss Evil Dead (2013) with its cinematographer, Aaron Morton. They also have to race to finish the episode so that Parth can see Dune in IMAX. Edited by Parth Marathe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 24, 202132 minEp. 65

SUSPIRIA (2018) Discussion

Trent and Parth find what's working, and what's not working in the film of the week this week. Edited by Trent Algayer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 17, 202145 minEp. 64

SUSPIRIA (2018) with Production Designer Inbal Weinberg

Parth and Trent talk about Suspiria (2018) with its production designer, Inbal Weinberg. Trent also discusses how The Sopranos is the only thing holding him together. Edited by Parth Marathe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 10, 202158 minEp. 63

SPLIT (2016) Discussion

This week, Trent and Parth unleash The Beast. Edited by Trent Algayer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 03, 202153 minEp. 62

SPLIT (2016) with Costume Supervisor Rita Squitiere

Parth and Trent talk Split with its Costume Supervisor Rita Squitiere. They also talk about the Joker...again Fact check: Trent meant to say Season 9 Episode 2: Roy's Wedding, not Season 7, he isn't happy about it either. Please forgive him. Edited by Parth Marathe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 26, 202147 minEp. 61

HER (2013) Discussion

Parth and Trent manage to only talk about The Joker twice, in this episode that has absolutely nothing to do with The Joker, or his affiliates. Edited by Trent Algayer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 19, 202149 minEp. 60

HER (2013) with Costume Designer Casey Storm

Parth and Trent interview Casey Storm, the costume designer of Spike Jonze's Her. They also uncover some interesting factoids about Joaquin Phoenix's aparrel in the film... Edited by Parth Marathe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 12, 202159 minEp. 59

THE KID DETECTIVE (2020) Discussion

Trent and Parth after doing something mildly impressive like interviewing the director of a major motion picture, do something much less cool, like discussing the film among themselves. Edited by: Trent Algayer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 05, 202143 minEp. 58

THE KID DETECTIVE (2020) with Writer/Director Evan Morgan

Parth and Trent talk about The Kid Detective with its writer and director, Evan Morgan. They get into the eight year process of getting the film made, Evan's writing process, and how crazy the editing process was. This was a big get for Craft Services and we hope that you enjoy this one. Edited by Parth Marathe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 29, 20211 hr 19 minEp. 57

INTERSTELLAR (2014) Discussion

This week, Parth and Trent single-handedly discourage defeat and disassemble the Taliban, all while discussing the film of the week. Edited by Trent Algayer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 22, 20211 hr 20 minEp. 56

INTERSTELLAR (2014) with Assistant Editor John Lee

Our 55th episode! And they said it couldn't be done. Parth and Trent talk about Interstellar with its assistant editor, John Lee. They also talk about a cool story with a certain favorite celebrity of the pod... Edited by Parth Marathe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 15, 202151 minEp. 55

CASINO ROYALE (2006) Discussion with Lee Burrell

Parth and Trent's guest shares a cool story about his life of crime. Craft Services LLC and its affiliates do not condone breaking the law, and can not be held legally or financially responsible if someone listening to the episode is then inspired to commit a crime) They also find time to analyze this week's film ________! Edited by Trent Algayer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 08, 20211 hr 3 minEp. 54

Best Living Directors Sweet 16 Bracket Spectacular (Trent Vs. Parth)

Parth and Trent spoil Hereditary around the 15-minute mark if you haven't seen that yet. They also use their collective 3 years of film school vocabulary words in bro-Esque conversation as we discuss our favorite living directors. Who will win? Edited by Parth Marathe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 25, 20211 hr 5 minEp. 52

ARMY OF DARKNESS (1992) Discussion

Parth and Trent record in person, while wearing "tuxedos" until Parth popped a few buttons in order to look like Robert De Niro. Meanwhile, Trent uses Youtube to Mp3 Converter in order to drown out their voices with sound effects, clips that have nothing to do with the film in question, and of course copyrighted music. Edited by Trent Algayer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 18, 202157 minEp. 51

ARMY OF DARKNESS (1992) with 2nd Unit Director Doug Lefler

Trent and Parth celebrate their 50th episode spectacular with another swell interview. But really this was one of our favorites. Now the question is, will we get to 100? Edited by Parth Marathe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 11, 20211 hr 7 minEp. 50

THE DEPARTED (2006) Discussion

Parth and Trent use copyrighted clips, music, and sound effects in an effort to enrage Silicon Valley investors, as a business tactic, because all press is good press, even if you are being sued by numerous hedge funds for countless internet crimes. Edited by Trent Algayer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 04, 202152 minEp. 49

THE DEPARTED (2006) with Script Supervisor Martha Pinson

Trent and Parth interview Martin Scorcese's long time script supervisor Martha Pinson, she was delightful. We also tastefully use our Boston accents. Edited by Parth Marathe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 27, 202147 minEp. 48

STEVE JOBS (2015) Discussion

Parth and Trent discuss their thoughts on Danny Boyle's Steve Jobs (2015). They also threaten the audience with a good time. Edited by Parth Marathe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 20, 202155 minEp. 47

STEVE JOBS (2015) with Cinematographer Alwin Kuchler

Parth and Trent talk about Steve Jobs with its cinematographer, Alwin Kuchler. They also discuss how difficult it's become for white men with blonde hair and blue eyes. Edited by Parth Marathe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 13, 202156 minEp. 46

BEFORE SUNRISE (1995) Discussion with Addison Loveland

Trent and Parth, without enough money for a hotel room, feel a connection and want to keep talking, so they get off the train and walk around Vienna. Edited by Trent Algayer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 06, 202149 minEp. 45

BEFORE SUNRISE with Script Supervisor Monika Petrillo

Parth and Trent discusss Before Sunrise with its script supervisor, Monika Petrillo. They may also potentially have a tease of what's to come... Edited by Parth Marathe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 30, 202143 minEp. 44

JUDAS AND THE BLACK MESSIAH (2021) Discussion with Pablo Garcia

Parth and Trent, known hoodlums, refuse to take the advice from friends and family alike begging to "cancel the podcast." In protest of this, we've recorded another discussion about another film. Edited by Trent Algayer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 24, 202150 minEp. 43

JUDAS AND THE BLACK MESSIAH (2021) with Production Designer Sam Lisenco

Parth and Trent talk with Production Designer Sam Lisenco about his work on Judas and the Black Messiah. They also seem a little bit closer to each other than usual... Edited by Parth Marathe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 09, 20211 hr 20 minEp. 42

SPIDER-MAN 2 (2004) Discussion with Adam Volerich (Eye Of The Duck Pod)

Parth and Trent, against all odds, continue their Podcasting efforts. Also, they have on their professor/podcaster/friend Adam Volerich to discuss Sam Raimi's Spider-Man 2. Frankly, it's a hoot and a half. Listen to Adam's movie podcast Eye Of The Duck, and his True Crime-ish Pod Kinda Murdery. Edited by Parth Marathe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 02, 20211 hr 4 minEp. 41

SPIDER-MAN (2004) with Camera Operator Joseph Cicio

Parth and Trent talk with Second Unit Camera Operator, Joseph Cicio, about his work on Spider-Man 2, 3, as well as other films. Parth also does his Batman voice. Edited by Parth Marathe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 26, 20211 hr 3 minEp. 40

OSCAR SPECIAL: BEST PICTURE EXTRAVAGANZA

Parth and Trent rank the films nominated for Best Picture at the Academy Awards. They also provide their new, cool, audio editing. Edited by Parth Marathe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 21, 202133 minEp. 39

THE KING OF STATEN ISLAND (2020) Discussion with Chloe Dittloff

Trent and Parth expose a high level academic cheating scandal. We also touch on The Room, Good Will Hunting, and socioeconomic struggles in underserved communities. Edited by Trent Algayer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 18, 202149 minEp. 38

THE KING OF STATEN ISLAND (2020) with Screenwriter Dave Sirus

Parth and Trent discuss The King of Staten Island with one of its screenwriters, Dave Sirus. They also briefly discuss the IT films. Edited by Parth Marathe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 11, 202148 minEp. 37

SPIDER-MAN (2002) Discussion with Alex Lane

Parth and Trent take another crack at having a movie podcast, as they discuss Sam Raimi's 2002 Film Spider-Man. We get into some MCU discourse, and we do Bonesaw impressions near the end. Also, we use audio clips sometimes now I think? Who knows... Edited by Trent Algayer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 04, 20211 hr 3 minEp. 36
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