Drinks and a Movie Rudy Ruiz

In this special episode I chat with writer, director, and producer Kenneth Castillo. Ken has written and directed 7 feature films and many shorts. He discusses his transition from bartending into directing full time, his experiences on set managing actors and crew, connecting with producers, his new Directing for Actors Intensive (applications now open), and much much more. We cover a lot of ground in this episode and it's a great conversation for any aspiring or working filmmaker to hear. Ken drops a lot of knowledge and harsh truths when it comes to working in the film industry but it's sure to leave you inspired. I also share some of my favorite bottles with him. We try Mezcal 33 Joven, Reposado, Nelson Bros Rye, and Frey Ranch rye.

To learn more about Kenneth and his work visit his website https://www.kennethcastillofilm.com/

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"Drive by Memories" Short Documentary

The Magic of Mezcal 33 

Nelsons Greenbrier Distillery

In this unedited episode, Matt and I discuss Pulp FIction for it's 30th anniversary. We try out the brand new Jim Beam Black age stated 7 years and the first Bookers release of 2024, the Springfield Batch.

This week Matt and I break the seal on some Stagg Jr and discuss the last film in Jordan Peeles filmography, "Nope".

This week Matt and I try some Rabbit Hole Kentucky Straight Rye and discuss Jordan Peele's second film, "Us".

DOUBLE FEATURE Episode! I had a good weekend at the movies so decided to do an impromptu solo episode sharing my thoughts on "The Long Game" starring Jay Hernandez, Dennis Quaid, and Cheech Marin as well as Alex Garland's "Civil War". I break the seal on some Garrison Bros Balmorhea Bourbon for this one.

For the next few weeks Matt and I are going to watch and discuss Jordan Peeles films. Starting with 2017's "Get Out". We pair this movie with a new limited release whiskey, Bulliets 12 year old rye.