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Filmmaker Commentary

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Filmmaker Commentary is dedicated to showing you how to improve your film making process. We do this by reviewing the DVD and Blu-Ray commentaries and special features of working movie directors, producers, actors, and writers. Hosted by Filmmaker Reginald Titus Jr. Co-Hosted by Film Producer Casey G. Smith
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Episodes

FMC 200: Top 10 Films from 1987-1997

We celebrate our 200th episode by giving ourselves more work! We pick our favorite films from 1987-1997 enjoy the fun!! The first episode was December of 2017, man time flies! Filmmaker Commentary is Hosted by Reginald Titus Jr. Co-Hosted by Casey G. Smith

Mar 26, 20242 hr 29 min

FMC 199: Barbie Directed and Co-Written by Greta Gerwig

Oscar season came and went! This is the second film we've covered from Oscar winners this year. Barbie is a box office smash and a surprisingly entertaining film. Filmmaker Commentary is Hosted by Reginald Titus Jr. Co-Hosted by Casey G. Smith #Barbie #oscars

Mar 22, 20241 hr 50 min

FMC 198: American Fiction Written and Directed by Cord Jefferson

2023's Oscar Winning Film is Legit. This was a fun film to cover. This film gives you the much needed break from the glut of films that represent Black American culture. Filmmaker Commentary is Hosted by Reginald Titus Jr. Co-Hosted by Casey G. Smith #oscars #americanfiction #filmmakercommentary

Mar 15, 20241 hr 46 min

FMC 197: Glory Directed by Edward Zwick

GLORY! It's a classic film that still stands the test of time. A film that can change your viewpoint about the civil war. This is a highly decorated film winning 3 Academy awards and nominated for 5. Filmmaker Commentary is Hosted by Reginald Titus Jr. Co-Hosted by Casey G. Smith

Mar 05, 20242 hr 26 min

FMC 196: Harlem Nights Written and Directed by Eddie Murphy

Happy Black History Month! We check out a classic film by Eddie Murphy. It wasn't a blockbuster but it's in the hearts of many Americans. It's also a good time at the theater. Filmmaker Commentary is hosted by Reginald Titus Jr. Co-Hosted by Casey G. Smith

Feb 23, 20241 hr 36 min

FMC 195: The Five Heartbeats Directed and Written by Robert Townsend

So this film has a special place in both of our hearts. Pun intended. This is officially Casey's favorite film of all time, and I can says it's on my top 10 films of all time. We can quote this movie all day and still get a kick out of it. This is a classic film that really encompasses all what filmmaking is about. Is there a heart in the house tonight? Filmmaker Commentary is Hosted by Reginald Titus Jr. Co-Hosted by Casey G. Smith #blackhistorymonth #thefiveheartbeats...

Feb 14, 20242 hr 24 min

FMC 194: Lethal Weapon 4 Directed by Richard Donner

The last lethal weapon installment to bring closure to the successful franchise. This final film has heart and a story arc that completes form the very first film. Filmmaker Commentary is Hosted by Reginald Titus Jr. Co-Hosted by Casey G. Smith

Feb 12, 20242 hr 7 min

FMC 192: Lethal Weapon 2 Directed by Richard Donner

This sequel knocks it out of the park! Now I understand why 4 of these films were made. This is 90's action at its finest. Filmmaker Commentary is Hosted by Reginald Titus Jr. Co-Hosted by Casey G. Smith

Jan 23, 20241 hr 34 min

FMC 191: Lethal Weapon Directed by Richard Donner

I didn't expect to dig this movie as much as I did. I now understand why Mel Gibson became a big deal. Filmmaker Commentary is Hosted by Reginald Titus Jr. Co-Hosted by Casey G. Smith #lethalweapon #filmmakercommentary

Jan 17, 20241 hr 35 min

Happy New Years from Filmmaker Commentary

Happy New Years! In this episode we go over what we've been watching during our break. Welcome to 2024! Hosted by Reginald Titus Jr. Co-Hosted by Casey G. Smith

Jan 08, 20241 hr 3 min

FMC 190: Violent Night directed by Tommy Wirkola

Merry Christmas!! Well its almost Christmas. Violent Night is a mix between Die Hard and Home Alone. I'd say this film is a treat for the holidays and is unexpectedly good. Filmmaker Commentary is Hosted by Reginald Titus Jr. Co-Hosted by Casey G. Smith #christmasfilmmaking

Dec 18, 20231 hr 30 min

FMC 184: Who Framed Roger Rabbit Directed by Robert Zemeckis

This is a classic movie that crossed boundaries with the mix of live action and hand drawn animation. As a kid we had this VHS on replay. I still remember lines from the film TILL THIS DAY!!! Filmmaker Commentary is Hosted by Reginald Titus Jr Co-Hosted by Casey G. Smith #whoframerogerrabbit #filmmaking #filmmaker #filmmakercommentary

Dec 11, 20231 hr 52 min

FMC 183: Death Becomes Her Directed by Robert Zemeckis

This is one of my favorite quirky dark comedies from the 90's. The actors in this film really look like they are having a blast. Filmmaker Commentary is Hosted by Reginald Titus Jr, Co-Hosted by Casey G. Smith

Dec 04, 20231 hr 57 min

FMC 182: Contact Directed by Robert Zemeckis

This film intrigued me, and made me look into the sky with a glimmer of hope. Propaganda is powerful!! We dive into Contact starring the incomparable Jodie Foster surprisingly directed by Robert Zemeckis. Filmmaker Commentary is Hosted by Reginald Titus Jr. Co-Hosted by Casey G. Smith

Nov 30, 20231 hr 30 min

FMC 181: Back to the Future Part III Directed by Robert Zemeckis

This one wraps up the trilogy! Which one did you like the most? Stranded in 1955, Marty McFly learns about the death of Doc Brown in 1885 and must travel back in time to save him. With no fuel readily available for the DeLorean, the two must figure how to escape the Old West before Emmett is murdered. Filmmaker Commentary is Hosted by Reginald Titus Jr. Co-Hosted by Casey G. Smith

Nov 26, 20231 hr 32 min

FMC 180: Back to the Future Part II Directed by Robert Zemeckis

Back to the Future part II! Another solid addition to the franchise. Stay locked in as we drop back to back episodes for the next couple of days. After visiting 2015, Marty McFly must repeat his visit to 1955 to prevent disastrous changes to 1985...without interfering with his first trip. This is probably one of the most iconic movies in American History. Filmmaker Commentary is hosted by Reginald Titus Jr Co-Hosted by Casey G. Smith

Nov 25, 20231 hr 33 min

FMC 179: Back to the Future Directed by Robert Zemeckis

BACK! in September we recorded episodes covering Robert Zemeckis's movies. Well a few of them. Happy Black Friday! We are covering Back to the Future! This film is in my top 10 of all time for many reasons. Marty McFly, a 17-year-old high school student, is accidentally sent 30 years into the past in a time-traveling DeLorean invented by his close friend, the maverick scientist Doc Brown. Filmmaker Commentary is hosted by Reginald Titus Jr Co-Hosted by Casey G. Smith #filmmakercommentary #filmma...

Nov 24, 20232 hr 25 min

FMC 187: Friday The 13th Directed by Sean Cunningham

A horror classic is a classic for a reason. Discover how this low budget film became a cultural phenomena and made some money. Filmmaker Commentary is Hosted by Reginald Titus Jr. Co-hosted by Casey G. Smith #halloween #friday13th

Oct 17, 20231 hr 44 min

FMC 185: Creepshow Directed by George A. Romero

Its October Suckas!! Enjoy our lineup of creepy movies! The Movie Creepshow premiered in 1982 and is still beloved by fans. Filmmaker Commentary is Hosted by Reginald Titus Jr. Co-Hosted by Casey G. Smith

Oct 03, 20231 hr 50 min

FMC: 178 Forrest Gump Directed by Robert Zemeckis

Life is like....need I say more? This movie is a classic, period. Filmmaker Commentary is Hosted by Reginald Titus Jr Co-Hosted by Casey G. Smith #filmmakercommentary #filmmaking.

Sep 11, 20232 hr 7 min

FMC 176: Once Upon a Time in Hollywood Written and Directed by Quentin Tarantio

Another solid film by the incomparable Quentin Tarantino. When I first saw "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood" I wasn't sure what to think but after watching it again...It's pretty close to being his best film yet. Filmmaker Commentary is hosted by Reginald Titus Jr. Co-Hosted by Casey G. Smith

Aug 29, 20232 hr 19 min

FMC 175: The Hateful Eight Written and Directed by Quentin Tarantino

No one to trust, everyone to hate! Lets dive into another Tarantino adventure. This film, which almost got shelved has a stageplay vibe that gives the actors a chance to just be... Filmmaker Commentary is Hosted by Reginald Titus Jr Co-Hosted by Casey G. Smith

Jul 31, 20231 hr 25 min

FMC 173: Inglourious Basterds Written and Directed by Quentin Tarantino

2009's Inglourious Basterds is about a Nazi-occupied France during World War II, a plan to assassinate Nazi leaders by a group of Jewish U.S. soldiers coincides with a theatre owner's vengeful plans for the same. Written and Directed by Quentin Tarantino, you are in for a ride! Filmmaker Commentary is hosted by Reginald Titus Jr. Co-Hosted by Casey G. Smith

Jul 11, 20231 hr 16 min
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