Key Takeaways:
– Dan Aykroyd, co-creator of Ghostbusters, discusses the upcoming Ghostbusters In Concert Show on this week’s Empire Film Podcast.
– Benjamin Ree, director of the heartfelt documentary The Remarkable Life Of Ibelin, shares the inspiring story of a young man’s second life in the game World Of Warcraft.
– The podcast also discusses the best non-horror films made by horror filmmakers, reviews of latest film releases, and this week’s movie news.
Hanging Out With Ghostbusters’ Dan Aykroyd
Who would you call if you had the chance? If your answer is ‘Ghostbusters’, that’s close, but in this case, it’s a Ghostbuster! It’s iconic Ghostbusters co-creator Dan Aykroyd who took some time to join Chris Hewitt, the host of the popular Empire Film Podcast. The duo discussed various topics including the Ghostbusters In Concert show set to happen at the Royal Albert Hall, the complexities of creating comedy, and Aykroyd’s passion for the Paranormal.
The Amazing World Of Benjamin Ree’s Documentary
The Empire Film Podcast welcomed not just one, but two guests this week. The second guest was Benjamin Ree, the incredibly talented director behind the moving documentary The Remarkable Life Of Ibelin. This documentary tells the fascinating story of a young Norwegian man living with Duchenne muscular dystrophy, who discovers a vibrant new life in the world of Azeroth, a realm within the globally loved MMORPG game, World Of Warcraft.
Fun Debates and Movie Reviews
Co-hosts Helen O’Hara and James Dyer then joined Chris for a fascinating debate on an audience-submitted question: What are the best non-horror films made by horror filmmakers? Resulting in a lively discussion, the hosts dove into their cinematic knowledge to bring out their top picks.
Film reviews were tacked on next, with the team critiquing a range of releases. Featured films included Venom: The Last Dance, the crime comedy Brothers starring Peter Dinklage and Josh Brolin, and The Room Next Door, Pedro Almodóvar’s inaugural English-language feature.
The Latest in Movie News
As the podcast drew toward its conclusion, the trio found time to dissect the week’s exciting movie news. They speculated on the details around Christopher Nolan’s latest movie while also discussing the ongoing production issues of the new Blade film. To top it off, they discussed news of director Paul King recruiting actor Chris Hemsworth for his Prince Charming movie production at Disney.
In a Nutshell
The Empire Film Podcast brought together two engaging guests this week, offering insightful conversations and lively debates on all things films. From an in-depth chat with Ghostbusters’ Dan Aykroyd and a behind-the-scenes peek into Benjamin Ree’s touching documentary, to the latest movie reviews and news, this episode had it all! Whether you’re a fan of Ghostbusters, interested in film making, or just love to keep updated with new releases and cinema news, this podcast is worth tuning into. And remember, when asked, ‘Who ya gonna call?’ the answer is always… Ghostbusters! Don’t miss out, enjoy listening to the podcast now!
