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Playback with Kris Tapley

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From top directors to popular stars, hear the stories behind many of today’s hottest films.
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Episodes

Paige / "Fighting With My Family"

WWE Superstar Paige discusses a new biopic about her life, "Fighting With My Family." Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 07, 201928 min

Dean DeBlois / "How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World"

Director Dean DeBlois discusses the trilogy capper of one of DreamWorks' most successful animated franchises. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 28, 201930 min

Special Edition: 2019 Oscar and Spirit Nominees

This week's clip show brings you brief chats with filmmakers and actors nominated for Oscars or Spirit Awards next weekend. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 21, 20191 hr 17 min

Paul Schrader / "First Reformed"

Legendary filmmaker Paul Schrader is finally an Oscar nominee. He discusses his career and recent acclaim. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 14, 201930 min

Marina de Tavira / "Roma"

Surprise Oscar nominee Marina de Tavira discusses her work in "Roma" and the life-changing moment she landed an Academy notice. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 07, 201928 min

Amy Adams / "Vice"

Six-time Oscar nominee Amy Adams discusses her latest film and her experiences with awards season over the years. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 31, 201933 min

Special Edition: 2019 Oscar Nominations Reaction

Variety's Jenelle Riley joins us for a discussion of this year's Oscar nominations. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 24, 201927 min

Brian Tyree Henry / "If Beale Street Could Talk" & "Widows"

This week prolific actor Brian Tyree Henry discusses his many projects this year, including a stunning turn in "If Beale Street Could Talk." Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 17, 201944 min

Kevin Hart / "The Upside"

Kevin Hart has a new film on the way but that's not the full story anymore. Here the comedian discusses stepping down from hosting the Oscars and thoughts on comedy coming under fire as of late. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 04, 201945 min

Adam McKay / "Vice"

A biopic about the most secretive U.S. politico in recent memory? Sure, piece of cake. Writer-director Adam McKay details his journey to holiday release "Vice." Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 03, 201933 min

Kevin Feige / Marvel Studios

Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige discusses the company's history and most successful year to date, including "Black Panther" and "Avengers: Infinity War." Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 27, 201852 min

Special Edition: 2018 Oscar Buzz

Variety editors Kris Tapley and Jenelle Riley discuss this year's Oscar contenders and the best films of the year. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 20, 201847 min

Christian Bale & Sam Rockwell / "Vice"

Oscar-nominated actors Christian Bale and Sam Rockwell discuss their work as Dick Cheney and George W. Bush, respectively, in "Vice." Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 13, 201843 min

Rob Marshall / "Mary Poppins Returns"

This week Oscar-nominated director Rob Marshall discuss the sequel to a Disney classic, "Mary Poppins Returns." Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 06, 201832 min

Bradley Cooper / "A Star Is Born"

Oscar-nominated actor Bradley Cooper discusses his directorial debut, "A Star Is Born." Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 29, 201844 min

Barry Jenkins / "If Beale Street Could Talk"

Oscar-winning director Barry Jenkins discusses his "Moonlight" follow-up, "If Beale Street Could Talk." Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 22, 201840 min

Marielle Heller / "Can You Ever Forgive Me?"

Director Marielle Heller discusses her new movie "Can You Ever Forgive Me?," starring Melissa McCarthy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 15, 201832 min

Jason Reitman / "Tully" and "The Front Runner"

Director Jason Reitman discusses his one-two 2018 punch of 'Tully" and "The Front Runner." Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 08, 201835 min

Rami Malek / "Bohemian Rhapsody"

Actor Rami Malek discusses his work as Freddie Mercury in "Bohemian Rhapsody." Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nov 01, 201831 min

Spike Lee / "BlacKkKlansman"

Legendary director Spike Lee discusses his career and new film "BlacKkKlansman." Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 25, 201836 min

Jonah Hill / "Mid90s"

Actor Jonah Hill discusses making the leap behind the camera with his directorial debut, "Mid90s." Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 18, 201826 min

Timothée Chalamet / "Beautiful Boy"

Oscar-nominated, 21-year-old rising star Timothée Chalamet discusses his new film "Beautiful Boy." Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 11, 201843 min

Damien Chazelle / "First Man"

Oscar-winning director Damien Chazelle details his space-race drama "First Man," starring Ryan Gosling as Neil Armstrong. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 04, 201837 min

John C. Reilly / "The Sisters Brothers"

Actor John C. Reilly drops by to discuss his busy fall, including films like "The Sisters Brothers" and "Ralph Breaks the Internet." Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 20, 201841 min

Nicole Kidman / "Boy Erased" & "Destroyer"

Oscar- and Emmy-winning actress Nicole Kidman discusses her new films "Boy Erased" and "Destroyer," live from the Telluride Film Festival. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 06, 201842 min

John David Washington / "BlacKkKlansman"

This week actor John David Washington discusses Spike Lee's "BlacKkKlansman" and growing up the son of a cinema legend. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 23, 201827 min

Jon M. Chu / "Crazy Rich Asians"

This week director Jon M. Chu stops by to discuss the landmark Hollywood release "Crazy Rich Asians." Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 09, 201823 min

Christopher McQuarrie / "Mission: Impossible - Fallout"

This week filmmaker Christopher McQuarrie stops by to discuss one of the summer's most thrilling movie events, "Mission: Impossible - Fallout." Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 26, 201855 min

Daveed Diggs & Rafael Casal / "Blindspotting"

The Bay Area's own Daveed Diggs and Rafael Casal discuss their blistering debut feature "Blindspotting." Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 12, 201838 min

Boots Riley / "Sorry to Bother You"

This week writer-director Boots Riley discusses his surreal new film "Sorry to Bother You," starring Lakeith Stanfield. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 05, 201844 min
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