Starting a new series within the podcast, Independent Film Focus will feature host Daniel Chadwick-Shubat talking to filmmakers and highlighting their projects that might not have a wide release. With episode 1, Daniel talks to filmmaker and one of Canada's top special effects artists, Steven Kostanski about his new film, Frankie Freako.  They talk about his history in the film industry, where his love of film came from and Frankie Freako's relatively quick turnaround from script to screen....

In this episode Daniel is joined by guest co-host Quinn Hainey, who hosts the Seat Struck Movie Podcast. We chat about the new release The Apprentice which shows the rise of Donald Trump (Sebastian Stan) in 1970's New York, as well as his relationship with infamous lawyer Roy Cohn (Jeremy Strong). We discuss how accurate this unconventional biopic is and how it's not the Donald Trump movie you would expect from Hollywood.  Films discussed during this episode: The Apprentice Eraserhead...

Back after an extended summer break, Daniel and Mason review the latest film offering from Saoirse Ronan, The Outrun. Based on the incredibly moving memoir by Amy Liptrot, The Outrun details Rona's (Saoirse Ronan) incredibly difficult journey with alcoholism and looking for a place to heal on the Orkney Islands. Daniel and Mason chat about the great ensemble, as well as discussing the potential Oscar nomination coming Ronan's way. Films discussed during this episode: The Outrun Schindler's...

In this episode Daniel and co-host Mason chat about M. Night Shyamalan's latest feature, Trap. Coming at it from different lenses they discussed the campy aspect of this psychological thriller, as well as Josh Hartnett's performance as Cooper. It's a fun one and there might be some fierce disagreements. Films discussed during this episode: Trap Deadpool and Wolverine Transformers Spirited Away The Sixth Sense Split Trap is out in theaters now. To buy tickets click here. If you have any...

In this episode Daniel is joined by historian, war photographer, and author of The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare, Damien Lewis. Damien looks back on writing the book, the journey to film adaptation, with some interesting tidbits along the way. Damien also answers what scenes in the film happened in real life and teased what could happen in potential sequels.  Film discussed during this episode: The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare Inglorious Basterds Operation Mincemeat The Imitation...

In this episode Daniel is joined by Bishop and Donna Martin, the focus of the latest film from Angel Studios, Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot. The film follows a pastor and his wife who start to adopt at risk children and end up inspiring their whole community to adopt over 70 children. The Martins talk about their faith in God which inspired these acts of service and kindness, as well as how impressed they were with the filmmakers and actors who brought their story to life.  Films...

In this episode Daniel and co-host Mason get to talk about a movie they had the very special privelege to see together in Washington D.C. and that was The Bikeriders. It was followed by a Q&A with the stars of the film Austin Butler and Jodie Comer who played Benny and Kathy respectively. Also starring Tom Hardy, The Bikeriders tells the true story of a photographer who followed around a biker gang throughout the infancy of their founding, documenting it as they grew into something...

In this episode Daniel is joined by co-host Mason to talk about the latest Richard Linklater film, Hit Man. Starring Glen Powell, this story is loosely based on the amazing true story of Gary Johnson, who moonlit as a fake hit man for the Houston Police (covered in the 2001 article Hit Man by Skip Hollandsworth).  Films discussed during this episode: Hit Man Boyhood Everybody Wants Some! Furiosa Twisters Deadpool and Wolverine Gladiator 2 Trap Hit Man is out now on Netflix. If you have...

In this episode Daniel is joined by recurring co-host Mason to chat about the new Anthony Hopkins film One Life. The film looks at the life of Sir Nicholas Winton, who helped save over 600 children from Prague at the infancy of World War II. Daniel and Mason also make their Oscar predictions for the 5 major categories, and as the Oscars have already happened you can see if their predictions were correct.  Films discussed during this episode: One Life Maestro The Holdovers Oppenheimer Poor...

In this episode Daniel is joined by Jim Morris, the subject of The Rookie, where he was played by Dennis Quaid. Jim talks about his tough ubringing, his time as a young baseball player, his wonderful grandparents, and his crazy journey to Major League Baseball that inspired the making of the film.  Films discussed during this episode: The Rookie A League of their Own Sandlot The Good, the Bad and the Ugly The Natural For the chance to win a signed copy of Jim's latest book Dream Makers...

In this episode Daniel is joined by recurring co-host Mason for the first time to chat about the new film Bob Marley: One Love. The film focuses on the end of Bob Marley's life, specifically his tour with Exodus and his relationships with the people around him. Daniel and Mason also explore a few more films they've recently been watching, as well as films they're looking forward to.  Films discussed during this episode: Bob Marley: One Love Gone with the Wind Roman Holiday Upgraded Notting...

In this episode we sit down with Mike Konesky and Sean Raftis to talk about the 2018 comedy Tag which is based on a true story involving them and 8 other friends playing a 23 year long (and counting) game of tag. They discuss what scenes in the movie actually happened in real life, as well as discussing some of the other hilarious tales that have taken place over the last two decades. Films discussed during this episode: Tag Inglorious Basterds It's a Mad Mad Mad Mad World It's a Wonderful...

In this inaguaral episode we sit down with Robert Bilott (portrayed by Mark Ruffalo), the subject of the film Dark Waters. We cover the quick filmmaking process from the article in the New York Times about Robert coming out in 2016, to the release of the film mere months before COVID hit the Western Hemisphere. We also look at how accurate the film was in portraying the timeline as well as the relationships with the key players of Dark Waters.  Films discussed during this episode: Dark...

Welcome to the newest film podcast, Get Reel Movies, hosted by Daniel Chadwick-Shubat. Each episode we'll be interviewing someone who's story has been featured in a film based on a true story. In our first episode we'll be interviewing Robert Bilott from the film Dark Waters. This trailer shows a small snippet from the first episode as well as explaining the premise of the podcast. Episodes will come out every fortnight as well as one episode a month where Daniel will be joined by co-host...