Lebowski Podcast Blog

Coens on editing

admin@lebowskipodcast.com (Chalupa) — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 18:03:22 +0000

The Coen Brothers edit all of their own films under the fake name of Roderick Jaynes. Roderick is so good at editing, he's even been nominated for an Oscar! Well, Joel and Ethan held out on editing their films digitally for quite some time, but eventually made the switch. Here's a short clip of Joel and Ethan being interviewed by director Barry Sonnenfeld (cinematographer of the Coens' first three films) about their editing style.

Episode 34 posted

admin@lebowskipodcast.com (Chalupa) — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 03:52:48 +0000

Sorry about the wait. Just posted Episode 34 - The Achievers Review. We appreciate your patience and hope you enjoy the episode.

Liam love

admin@lebowskipodcast.com (Chalupa) — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 17:13:42 +0000

I came across an article today listed the Top 10 performances from extras in a film. Liam came in at number eight. Here's what they had to say...

The Big Lebowski is arguably the greatest film ever made, and boasts not one, but two of the best extras ever. The first is the bowling partner of Jesus (John Tuturro), whose name as far as I can tell is "Liam". I'm pretty sure he's not an actor, just some bowler they found, and his onscreen demands appear to be a) act 6% bemused at all the references to fucking, and b) fill out a purple shirt. Both of these he does spectacularly. I like to imagine Liam's diet primarily consists of Meatloaf and beards.

Obviously they didn't do their homework because all they needed to do is go to IMDB.com. The character's name is Liam O'Brien and his real name is Jim Hoosier. Jim was a professional bowler and has quite arguably the best strike dance in the whole film. Even though he doesn't speak a single line of dialog in the whole film, he is one of the most loved characters both in the film and at Lebowski Fest. In fact, Jim was the first actor from the film to make an appearance, and was also the first actor we have talked to for the podcast.

http://www.thevine.com.au/entertainment/articles/top-ten-performances-from-extras-in-movies.aspx

Movie boom over

admin@lebowskipodcast.com (Chalupa) — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 15:25:28 +0000

Just like the stock market in the 1920s and the bubble in the present day markets, housing industry, banking and economy in the past five years....the bubble in the entertainment industry has deflated as well. I wouldn't say it has burst, but studios aren't taking the risks they used to. In a time where studios used to gamble their whole existence on one project, they are now taking a step back and trying to make better fiscal decisions. This can be both good and bad news for Hollywood. There are some projects, both good and bad, that won't be made. Neil, a college buddy of mine, was recently hypothesizing about patronage of the arts. In medieval times all art was paid for by rich patrons. Maybe patronage of Hollywood would some day be a bigger reality.

Anyways, here are the Coen Brothers talking about the movie boom being over in an excerpt from an interview.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/today/hi/today/newsid_8331000/8331548.stm

2010 Lebowski Calendar

admin@lebowskipodcast.com (Chalupa) — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 17:31:17 +0000

If you're one of those people who like to hang a calendar on the wall, I might have found the perfect one for 2010. A Big Lebowski calendar.

It rings in at the modest price of $13.99 and contains images from all of your favorite scenes. This would be the perfect Christmas gift for your favorite Achiever.

http://www.calendars.com/Comedy-Movies/Movies/Entertainment/The-Big-Lebowski-2010-Wall-Calendar/prod122283/

True Grit needs talent

admin@lebowskipodcast.com (Chalupa) — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 04:27:37 +0000

The next Coen Brothers flick, True Grit, is looking for a few men and women who are who they are for their time and place. Hopefully, if you're interested, you have the necessary means for the necessary means to try out for a part.

http://www.instantcast.com/Parts/29009/Teens-Get-Cast-with-Matt-Damon-in-the-New-Coen-Brothers-Film

The headline reads, "Teens Get Cast with Matt Damon in the New Coen Brothers Film." Why isn't Jeff Bridges mentioned?

Men Who Stare At Goats contest

admin@lebowskipodcast.com (Chalupa) — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 16:57:23 +0000

There's a contest through November 17th where you can win a copy of the book, The Men Who Stare At Goats, and a t-shirt. All you have to do is send them an email to enter. Details in the link below.

http://guru.greencine.com/archives/2009/10/contest_men_who.html

Episode 34 is late

admin@lebowskipodcast.com (Chalupa) — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 14:13:26 +0000

Yes, yes. Thank you Donny. We know we're late. Some stuff came up and we're working on it. We'll have another episode out for you as soon as possible. In the meantime, check out these videos of Quentin Tarantino talking about movies.

Tarantino's Top 20 Films since he became a filmmaker.

Tarantino reviews There Will Be Blood

Tarantino reviews Taxi Driver

November movies

admin@lebowskipodcast.com (Chalupa) — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 16:13:07 +0000

We've talked about these at some point in the past, but wanted to give you a reminder on some films that might interest you.

A Serious Man
This film has been out for a few weeks and is the Coen Brothers' latest film. We saw it and really enjoyed it. It's interesting to read the reviews because people seem to love it or hate it. Lately we've seen a lot of rants coming over the interwebs about how the Coens aren't Jewish enough? Some seem to be worked up about the portrayal of Jews in this film. If you ask me, they're a little too focused on the background of the characters and are missing the whole point...but that's just like, my opinion, man.

The Men Who Stare At Goats
This movie looks to be pretty great. It stars Jeff Bridges, George Clooney, Ewan McGregor, Kevin Spacey, and some other faces you're sure to recognize. It's about the US Government tyring to train a secret group of "super-powered" soliders. We're not talking X-Men or Heroes here. More along the lines of people with extra strong mental powers. It looks hilarious.

The Boat That Rocked (Pirate Radio - US title)
Philip Seymour Hoffman stars in this film about some renegade DJs off the coast of England in 1966. Hoffman's character reminds me of his role as Lester Bing in Almost Famous and I'm excited to see this one as well.

Looking for a marmot?

admin@lebowskipodcast.com (Chalupa) — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 18:54:26 +0000

If you're dressing up to be a Nihilist, you might want to check out Amazon.com for a stuffed "marmot" to complete your costume. Their most modestly priced marmots start at $7.99.