14 episodes

Truth vs Hollywood is a critical look at the real story behind popular films that are Based on a True Story. From the tragedy of Munich to the fun of Goodfellas, our film-loving hosts David Chen and Joanna Robinson will explore the films as well as What Really Happened. Aided by interviews with writers, journalists, and the people who were really there. In exploring the true story and how it was portrayed in the film, Truth vs Hollywood examines the larger theme of film vs real life.

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    • TV & Film
    • 4.4 • 400 Ratings

Truth vs Hollywood is a critical look at the real story behind popular films that are Based on a True Story. From the tragedy of Munich to the fun of Goodfellas, our film-loving hosts David Chen and Joanna Robinson will explore the films as well as What Really Happened. Aided by interviews with writers, journalists, and the people who were really there. In exploring the true story and how it was portrayed in the film, Truth vs Hollywood examines the larger theme of film vs real life.

    12: American Gangster, Part 2

    12: American Gangster, Part 2

    In the conclusion of American Gangster, Frank and Richie finally meet and join forces. Joanna and Dave talk about the fun of gangster movies’ obtuse language, Ruby Dee being awesome, and the FBI trying to sue this film for some reason. Plus, where are they now! 




    This episode is sponsored by:

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    Purple




    Truth vs Hollywood’s theme is “Temples” by Six Umbrellas. Music in this episode is “Distilled” by Nctrnm; “I Bet You Wonder Why” by Lee Rosevere; and “Passages” by Kai Engel. 




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    • 44 min
    11: American Gangster, Part 1

    11: American Gangster, Part 1

    Dave and Joanna talk about this fast-paced but very long film with so many cameos but maybe too many characters. Denzel gives a stellar performance as real-life gangster Frank Louis, but how much is real is up for debate . . . after all, gangsters aren’t known for being entirely truthful. 




    This episode is sponsored by:

    Raycon




    Truth vs Hollywood’s theme is “Temples” by Six Umbrellas. Music in this episode is “Distilled” by Nctrnm; “Passages” by Kai Engel; and “I Bet You Wonder Why” by Lee Rosevere. 




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    • 50 min
    10: Munich, Part 2

    10: Munich, Part 2

    In the second part of the Munich discussion, Dave and Joanna talk about the strange arc this story takes and the theme of going home after changing. Plus we’ll hear what really happened in the assassination attempts of Ali Hassan Salameh, and yes, we’ll talk about that weird scene at the end of the film.




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    Truth vs Hollywood’s theme is “Temples” by Six Umbrellas. Music in this episode is “Parasite,” “The Vision,” and “Petrichor” by Scott Buckley.




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    • 44 min
    Introducing: Even the Rich

    Introducing: Even the Rich

    Wondery’s Even the Rich gives you a behind-the-scenes look at the stories of some of the greatest family dynasties in history. This season, three siblings — Gianni, Donatella, and Santo Versace — built one of the greatest fashion labels the world has ever seen. But when Gianni is murdered on the front steps of his Miami Beach mansion, the label loses its visionary. Can the House of Versace survive?

    On this four-episode series, we’ll dive into the origins of the Versace label and we’ll meet a few celebrities along the way, like Elton John, Princess Diana, and Madonna.

    Listen to the full episode: http://wondery.fm/ETR_TruthVSHollywood

    • 6 min
    9: Munich, Part 1

    9: Munich, Part 1

    Dave and Joanna talk about Steven Spielberg’s acclaimed and controversial film Munich, starring none other than Eric Bana for some reason. How many people does it really take to do a years-long intelligence operation? Is six enough? Why are there still no women in this film? Plus we hear from journalists and athletes about what really happened at the Munich Olympic village and why so many things went wrong. 




    This episode is sponsored by:

    Purple

    Asian Enough Podcast

    Mint Mobile




    Truth vs Hollywood’s theme is “Temples” by Six Umbrellas. Music in this episode is “Not Alone” by Lee Rosevere; “Petrichor,” and “Parasite” by Scott Buckley; and  “Scenery”  by Kai Engel.




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    • 1 hr 6 min
    8: Argo, Part 2

    8: Argo, Part 2

    It’s part 2 of the Argo discussion. Dave and Joanna discuss Ben Affleck’s performance, plot points that lead to nowhere, and the importance of pocket litter; and we’ll hear from some of the six diplomats about what actually happened during the big airport scene. And no film would be complete without a “Where are they now” segment! 




    This episode is sponsored by:
    Pretty Litter (Code: TVH)

    Better Help

    The Great Courses Plus




    Truth vs Hollywood’s theme is “Temples” by Six Umbrellas. Music in this episode is “Slum Canto,” by Kai Engel; “Thoughtful” by Lee Rosevere; and “Petrichor” by Scott Buckley.




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    • 42 min

Customer Reviews

4.4 out of 5
400 Ratings

400 Ratings

ABQ Leo ,

Movie Club?

I’m a Joanna Robinson/David Chen fan. And a movie fan. So this appeals. Two suggestions: let us know ahead of time what movie will be discussed so listeners have a chance to watch or re-watch the movie before the podcast. Ya know kinda like a book club. I would enjoy the discussion more if my recollection of the movie wasn’t hampered by the passage of time. Second suggestion: get rid of the beeps.

guajiro6805 ,

All Hollywood, no “truth”

This show is more of a breakdown of the movie with very little look at the historical record. Also,
It’s extremely sexist especially in its look at goodfellas. Not worth your time.

Dersted ,

Will there be more??!!

I really enjoy the show, any chance of more episodes?

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