Film Surgery

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In the podcast "Film Surgery," hosts Nick Wright and Sanjay Arman Kumar II dive into movies and TV shows centered around medical dramas and healthcare settings. They bring their unique perspectives, with Nick's keen eye for storytelling and visual details and Sanjay's deep interest in medical science, dissecting everything from the most iconic hospital-based shows like "Grey's Anatomy" and "House M.D." to blockbuster films like "The Doctor" and "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest."

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Episodes

The Fault in Our Stars

In this episode of Film Surgery , hosts Nick Wright and Sanjay Arman Kumar dive deep into The Fault in Our Stars , directed by Josh Boone and based on the bestselling novel by John Green. They explore the emotional journey of Hazel Grace and Augustus Waters, two teens battling cancer and falling in love, while also unpacking the medical realities of thyroid cancer and osteosarcoma. Sanjay brings a neuroscience perspective to the film’s portrayal of illness, while Nick reflects on the storytellin...

Jun 04, 2025•15 min•Ep. 5

Patch Adams with Guest Pete Wright

Welcome to Film Surgery! Today's episode is extra special because a fantastic guest is joining us—Pete Wright from Trustory.fm ! Pete is a highly experienced podcaster, producer, and storyteller. As a co-founder of TruStory FM, he has worked on numerous incredible podcasts covering a wide range of topics, from self-improvement to movies. With years of experience crafting compelling narratives and facilitating meaningful conversations, Pete has a talent for making complex ideas both accessible an...

Mar 10, 2025•51 min•Ep. 4

Unidentified

Welcome to a very special episode of Film Surgery! This week, we are discussing our film, Unidentified. It follows the daily life of two brothers, Shawn (Eliot Derbenti) and Eli (Nick Wright), as they search for a mysterious creature that appears in their neighborhood. This movie was incredibly fun to film and served as a fantastic story for my first experience co-directing, editing, and starring in! If you want to go check out this amazing movie, click HERE ! Thank you so much to Sanjay Arman K...

Feb 28, 2025•14 min

Awakenings

In this episode of Film Surgery , hosts Sanjay and Nick take on a more profound and emotionally resonant topic: the depiction of Parkinson’s disease and related neurological conditions in cinema. Their discussion centers around the 1990 film Awakenings , directed by Penny Marshall and starring Robin Williams and Robert De Niro.

Jan 29, 2025•14 min•Ep. 3

The LA Fires

In this bonus episode of Film Surgery, we interviewed folks from LA to hear their stories from behind this tragic event.

Jan 19, 2025•13 min

The Theory of Everything

In this episode of Film Surgery , Sanjay and Nick take a deep dive into The Theory of Everything (2014), directed by James Marsh. They explore the film's portrayal of renowned physicist Stephen Hawking, focusing on the powerful performances, particularly by Eddie Redmayne, who won an Oscar for his role. Sanjay and Nick discuss their appreciation for how the film balances the personal and professional aspects of Hawking's life, showcasing both his groundbreaking scientific achievements and his st...

Nov 21, 2024•17 min•Ep. 2

One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest

In this podcast episode of Film Surgery, hosts Nick Wright and Sanjay Kumar review One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, the 1975 film starring Jack Nicholson. The story, set in a psychiatric hospital, focuses on the character Randle P. McMurphy (Nicholson), who pretends to be mentally ill to avoid prison but clashes with the institution’s authority, especially Nurse Ratched. The hosts praise Nicholson's performance, discussing his unique portrayal of McMurphy, who doesn’t exhibit symptoms like other...

Nov 09, 2024•8 min•Ep. 1

Trailer

Hello! Welcome to Film Surgery! Where we dissect deep into the amazing world of cinema. We’re your hosts, Nick Wright, and Sanjay Arman Kumar II, and we’re thrilled to have you join us on this journey. In each episode, we’ll dive deep into the heart of movies, exploring their stories, characters, and the fascinating ways they bring different worlds to life. So grab your popcorn and scrubs, and get ready for an exciting adventure with us here at Film Surgery! Links Sanjay Arman Kumar II Nick Wrig...

Nov 07, 2024•34 sec

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