Film School Fridays: Vol. 3, Ch. 1: PTA and a Slice of Licorice Pizza

[@mk-ultramags1107]

13:40 or so. I 100% agree. I mentioned on another comment how PTA did a great job using the entire screen in gorgeous 65mm for 'The Master', 'Inherent Vice' and 'Phantom Thread.' But he went back to his 'Hard Eight' and 'Boogie Nights' aesthetic for 'LP' and it was a great choice. You could tell he wanted to play around more with the structure, while keeping in mind the films POV and it just works better in widescreen.

[@prestonk.m.9259]

Glad to see Kev came around on Magnolia. It's probably one of my five favorite films of all time. The last time I watched it three years ago, I was emotionally drained when it ended. I don't cry in movies often and that movie absolutely destroys me, but in the best possible way. I know a lot of people think it's one of his lesser works and say that's its self indulgent and overlong, but I find something rewarding in every one of the character's storylines and wouldn't take out any scene. Easily my favorite PTA.

[@withershin]

I watched it in the theatre on opening weekend (back in the day). I am not exaggerating when I say 40% of the audience walked out at the first "odd" thing (first-hand experience). I loved the movie and the people that stayed to the end actually stood around and discussed the movie in the lobby of the discount/indie theatre. Just strangers talking movies. It was fun.

[@cicolasnage5684]

@@withershin I guess it’s the small town I’m in but when a new pta movie comes out either no one goes, or there’s only a handful of people there. I went to see punch drunk love when it was out in theatres and there was literally 5 people and 2 walked out when the phone $ex scene came up.

[@withershin]

@@cicolasnage5684 lol same thing happened during punch drunk love but say 4 people out of 15ish walked out. Another movie I enjoyed.

[@enthnd03]

I adored Licorice Pizza

[@Artbytoph]

Dogma is my favorite Kevin Smith film and it deserves all the things.

[@ayzworld]

correct. 🤝

[@alexandertwagner]

If any directors deserve multiple viewings on their work its PTA and Kubrick. Kevin is such a genuine gentleman to talk about all that heat he got on that magnolia situation. Great analysis on the movie man! Served you once at the Friendlys in Middletown Kev, Much love!!!!

[@danclanlynch]

...released on a Monday. Yep, that's Kev.

[@FirstOffNo]

Vol 3? Are there 2 previous volumes that I missed?

[@NelsonVlog66]

Licorice Pizza is to the early 1970's what American Graffiti was to the early 1960's and Fast Times At Ridgemont High was to the early 1980's. Three really well made films.

[@BraxtonWages]

Drew’s Script-O-Rama, Kev! That’s where I read your Superman Lives script! I couldn’t believe it! It was amazing

[@KrakenPines]

Fricken awsome i love this have to join the club asap

[@nadia.k519]

FINALLY!!! Somebody says batman forever is their favorite batman film! Tears of joy

[@MrJackmagnet]

You guys ever do one of these on Licorice Pizza lmk 🙃

[@IngridStJohn]

Appreciate this, thank you 🎥🌼

[@daffyrwt]

I absolutely loved Licorice Pizza, such a pleasure to watch even with the ick factor. I also absolutely love this pod, want to hear more of this Kev!

[@mk-ultramags1107]

Its to the point where when you see a new PTA film, you may think you know what its gonna be about but he always surprises. Of course part of that is marketing because studios never know how to preview/promote his work but it's also a testament to his originality. Every shot is framed to perfection. I loved how he went against the grain and shot in the 1.83 Aspect Ratio with 65mm film while everyone went widescreen to the point where it became so oversaturated. But, being the genius he is, he made a great choice in reverting back to that 'Boogie Nights' widescreen aesthetic for 'LP.'

[@tonywords6713]

That's awesome of Kevin to come clean about this stuff, I always felt like it came from a weird place. Even PTA had a really bloated ego back in those days but it's about how you grow and become yourself that really matters. Both have grown considerably.

[@tomworking6687]

I rarely chime in but not only did I come up in Kevin Smith's era, but I've enjoyed being able to engage him outside of the whole movie thing. The "veil" means nothing to him when it comes to sharing some in edgewise how to actually DO this.

[@coreythomas1272]

KS should have definitely been nominated for Original Screenplay for "Chasing Amy" I'm guessing the fifth spot was taken by "Deconstructing Harry", the obligatory Woody Allen screenplay nomination.

[@nvghostrider]

Love the format, and can’t wait to check the flick out so I can hear the rest of the talk! 🖐🏾

[@tbranch227]

I love the vibe of this podcast already. It feel's like a new smodcast

[@polishedpebble4111]

Is there a Vol 1-2? I like to start from the beginning. I don't see the podcast on the website at all.

[@commandZee]

Love it! Added to my  podcast rotation. Thanks!

[@YOUNGBRADLEY]

Very Professional!

[@scorpiusjones5436]

I love this! Nice work 👏

[@lukaslarson]

Great film. True slice of life. Do more of these.

[@christopherpdearing]

So how does Kevin think PTA came across his Jon Peters story? Sounds like there was more to tell...

[@NoMoreLiesOrDeception]

Boogie Nights 2, the second coming.

[@PhoenixProdLLC]

Oh this is really cool of you Kevin. People tried to send me to Pratt as a kid but I didn't know what a Pratt was and found the issue batted around by adults odd. Then they said it was in NYC and I figured I'd never make it off the subway alive, so never went. As a result, I now just play with my cell phone. 😂 Going to school for Art always struck me as a soul killing scam, and I knew I'd probably get kicked out. I founded my own art group later and didn't have a 6 figure college loan on my back. 😁 This concludes the formal submission of my rationalization for a thing mildly related to the topic.

[@rigsby1454]

Loved this film and PTA. Weirdly I was thinking about Kevin Smith having a pop at PTA back in the day. The John peters connection as well and then this popped up!

[@wooflord]

Does Kevin have a Letterboxd?

[@TextureKing]

This Jake guy is pretty cool. Judging by this podcast, a great co-host too. Hope to hear him more often

[@chadstephens88]

Kevin coming around to Magnolia was a great thing to witness. Kevin’s taste had changed, perhaps gotten more (I hate to say) sophisticated, but I adore Kevin - and back in the day, the jabs at Magnolia made me distrust his opinions and disconnect slightly from him as a filmmaker. If Paul had never heard about the Jab at magnolia he would have been the type of filmmaker to sweep in and protect Kevin, maybe even tidy up and influence his tastes.... the magnolia hate was real, and Kevin’s fans followed suit, which disgusted me. PTA is a genuine Auteur, and amazing talent. The Rain of Frogs segment of Magnolia was one of the more surreal, insane elements of ANY film ever made, and cemented him across not just my book, but also Hollywood. Kevin has good Taste and is hilarious. He should devote his next seven films in an obscure, intelligent, artistic fashion, a la PTA. The results may surprise him.

[@kylebookout1789]

Loved Licorice Pizza and Kevin. Wondered what he thought of it. Having been such a vocal hater of Magnolia. This is gonna be a good listen. Thanks Kev.

[@madisonmarek3172]

Why no video? Is there a video on his pay site? Seems odd not to release this as a podcast as opposed to a video.

[@cameronbrooks3767]

Cool idea!

[@ShadowCutFilms]

Home shows are the best!

[@dlaface7237]

Where’s #4

[@alcabane3125]

is this a podcast on spotify or only on this channel

[@neil0666]

Pretty sure it's live at that Kevin Smith club.

[@swordfish9921]

We need Dogma to purchase on digital

[@curtisbme]

He can't do anything about that. Weinstein problems.

[@swordfish9921]

@@curtisbme yeah, maybe eventually would be great

[@reneemb4319]

I am a film geek. There, I confessed.

[@tomworking6687]

Something I do myself with any of my skills. I'll show you what I do. You might get hyper bored and annoyed. But it's worth it.

[@GhoulingAround]

Tarantino was recently on Conan's podcast and he mentioned people coming up in the 90's. Would you ever do a podcast with them and possibly Linklater and talk shop and nerd stuff because I think it would be gold after watching all of your careers and seeing the common factor between youse guys.

[@mackchats6520]

1:28:25 My mind just went to the wrong place on that whole sentence ha

[@dickieOiRed_07]

Almost an hour in and I only just realised this is that movie with Alana Haim 🤦‍♂️

[@PaulSch0]

No poop monster and Dogma gets, at least, a nomination.

[@coreyh233]

I loved the OG film school friday

[@iansmart4158]

Same!

[@ThreeToesofFury]

WOOT! So in on this concept! Keep em coming Kev!

[@kylebookout1789]

This has such a beautiful symmetry to it. Has PTA heard it? I'll shut up now.

[@breakercassidy6946]

Drew’s Script-0-Rama holy hell!

[@tomworking6687]

I like more voices. More educated and armed, the better.

[@rigsby1454]

It’s also weird how Kevin sounds like old school Kevin on this.

[@ernestmov]

old school kind of podcast, probably the mic, loved it

[@flickshtick1899]

Can you teach us how to make films like you do? That's what I want to learn.

[@JohnClark-tt2bl]

Write goofy characters, throw in a copious amount of dick jokes and drug references. That's like 80% of it. 😄😉

[@cicolasnage5684]

Not a whole lot to know aside from the technical side of things such as lighting, editing, types of film, lenses and such. But nowadays you can literally make anything you please. The best thing to do is do what Tarantino or Anderson did: watch and absorb as many films as you can. Read books on film criticism and also read scripts and read books about technical aspects and such. In all actuality you don’t need film school. If you have an inherent talent for it hone your craft, do independent studies and experiment with a cheap camera and go from there.

[@michaelcooperwoti]

Teach about the tromboner shot

[@kylebookout1789]

I wouldn't have ever known about Aronofsky or PTA had I not watched Clerks. Kevin in alot of ways kicked open the door for me into film. Here for this podcast!

[@ShtupDillhole]

This podcast was great. I appreciate the dynamic between Kev and the co-host. EDIT: If you guys work on your tags, you'll be sure to get more views.

[@markalbert8135]

You killed He-Man. You forfeit the right to teach anything about film.

[@darkmaer]

Lesson number one, if you make a shitty product, just blame it on toxic fans and review bombs instead of just accepting you made a shitty product.

[@glyndwrjohn6383]

I'm sure he would if you were able to accept you're the pure definition of an entitled basement dweller with very few prospects of coping in wider society.

[@ericchambers2617]

Correction sir.... Burlington Coat Factory is Burlington as in Burlington NJ

[@GhoulingAround]

Also I love you.

[@ernestmov]

So there was no point on me listening to this, I've not seen the movies mentioned and the review doesn't go that deep or in detail and you guys go off topic too much... but I loved it, great show! And like someone mentioned in other comment, loved the audio.

[@Harvey_Glassman]

Most excellent! Thanks for posting.

[@logicbeagle]

As a PTA fan, Magnolia is still one of the worst movies ever made. Overlong, pretentious, self-indulgent. It's earnestness is a cringe-fest.

[@paulelroy6650]

worst take i have ever heard

[@GuarmaRummy]

Kevin Smith: "Mother is a movie that nobody could make but him." LOL Mother is just a rip off of Peter Greenaway's film The Baby of Macon

[@skyatoro]

🤥

[@nosoupforyou425]

Kevin, Planning to ruin what legacy franchise next? So excited for the bad series and tears 😢

[@scms2528]

Didn't Bruce Willis say Kevin Smith knew absolutely nothing about filmmaking?

[@isthisgary]

This might be cool if he didn't spend 80% of the time he didn't talk about himself... But I get it if ya like it

[@paulelroy6650]

haha thats just typical kevin smith

[@Southern_Crusader]

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