Welcome to the inaugural episode of "The Film Library," presented by Kanopy. Your passion for film is about to meet its greatest ally - your library card.
Our first special guest - award-winning comedian Patton Oswalt - joins hosts Alonso Duralde and Daniel Thompson as they dive into the Kanopy streaming service and explore how it’s revolutionizing access to diverse cinematic experiences. They also discuss the impact of streaming on film accessibility, and reveal some of the hidden gems you can watch right now, including everything from thoughtful documentaries to cutting-edge indie films.
Grab your headphones, popcorn, and prepare to embark on a journey through cinema right here on Kanopy.
Episode Highlights
00:00 Discovered diverse films on Kanopy the library streaming service.
07:14 Welcome Patton Oswalt
10:10 Balancing responsibilities and enjoyment through watching movies.
12:28 Rediscovered 60s thriller and obscure horror films.
20:32 Frederick Wiseman documentaries inspire creative impact.
24:52 Lost film as urban myth with Keaton.
30:25 Collecting physical media by film enthusiasts discussed.
31:41 Analysis of overused cliches in action movies.
34:28 Many Andy Milligan movies considered lost.
39:15 Criticism of poor CGI in Air Force One.
43:43 Kanopy Recommendations
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Producer: Brandon Gray
Executive Producer: Christian Pierce
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