Crash Course

Andrew E. Johnson from Film 101

Eliminating cinematic blind spots, with a little help from my friends. www.film101.club

Episodes

  1. Season 1, Episode 1: A Gentle(ish) Introduction to David Lynch

    AUG 30

    Season 1, Episode 1: A Gentle(ish) Introduction to David Lynch

    Season 1, Episode 1: A Gentle(ish) Introduction to David Lynch through Elephant Man, Dune, and Wild at Heart In this episode of 'Crash Course' from Film 101, host Andrew Johnson embarks on a cinematic journey with the films of David Lynch, beginning with The Elephant Man, Dune, and Wild at Heart. Joined by friends Andy Stewart and Ben Elsener, Andrew explores Lynch's unique approach to filmmaking, his fascination with the grotesque, and his use of dream-like narratives. The episode covers the historical context and reception of each film, the recurring themes that define them, and Lynch's idiosyncratic relationship with Hollywood. The discussion also delves into Lynch's inspirations, particularly his obsession with The Wizard of Oz, and the intense emotional authenticity in his works. Concluding with a teaser for the next set of films in the series, the episode sets the stage for a deeper exploration of what makes Lynch's work 'Lynchian.' 00:00 Re-introduction to the Crash Course Podcast 01:37 Meet the Lynch Lovers, Andy Stewart and Ben Elsener 04:25 The Elephant Man as Soft Landing in to the work of Lynch 19:22 Dune: Lynch's Disastrous Sci-fi Epic 34:26 The Unique Dynamic between Lynch and Frequent Collaborators 35:21 Comparing David Lynch to Orson Welles 40:32 Wild at Heart: A Deep Dive 48:51 Lynch's Wizard of Oz Obsession 58:17 Lynch vs. Tarantino: A Beginning Comparative Analysis 01:03:23 Looking Ahead to Next Episode This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.film101.club

    1h 8m
  2. Introducing Crash Course

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    Introducing Crash Course

    Introducing Crash Course In this introductory episode, Andrew Johnson, the founder of Film 101 announces the launch of a new podcast series titled "Crash Course." The series aims to explore his blind spots in cinema with the help of expert friends. The first season will focus on the enigmatic films of David Lynch, as prompted by the director's recent death. In this introductory teaser, Andrew reflects on Lynch's reputation and his own limited exposure to his work, expressing both excitement and nervousness about the journey ahead. Listeners can expect deep dives into various cinematic topics and guided explorations into new filmic landscapes. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.film101.club

    4 min

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Eliminating cinematic blind spots, with a little help from my friends. www.film101.club

Information

  • Creator
    Andrew E. Johnson from Film 101
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    2
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Andrew E. Johnson
  • Show Website
    Crash Course