Reel Appreciation

Reel Appreciation
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"Reel Appreciation" is a rapidly-growing mental health and entertainment podcast, hosted by actors and screenwriters, Maria Elizabeth Darnell and David Clair-Bennett, and offers listeners an exclusive glimpse into the untold stories of gratitude from the entertainment industry's most iconic figures. Through in-depth interviews, Clair-Bennett and Darnell invite listeners on a captivating journey behind the scenes, uncovering the heartfelt moments of thankfulness that have shaped the careers of entertainers of all kinds.

  1. 11/12/2025

    Twilight Star Cameron Bright!

    Cameron Bright @cameronbright on X is an actor most known for his role as Alec Volturi in the Volutri Family in the Twilight movies. He also plays Leech in X-Men: The Last Stand. In this episode of Reel Appreciation, Cameron talks to hosts Maria Elizabeth Darnell and David Clair-Bennett about his love for the Twilight movies, his Robert Pattinson birthday story, working with Paul Walker in "Running Scared", how Paul Walker loved HALO, if Alec Volturi could make a return in future editions of Twilight, the possibility of a NEW TWILIGHT MOVIE, his legacy, and so much more!Please help us grow by LIKING, SUBSCRIBING, and SHARING these episodes. We upload new interviews every week! We appreciate each and every single one of you who support two dreamers following their dreams.

    24 min

  2. 11/12/2025

    IT: Welcome to Derry Star Alixandra Fuchs

    IT: Welcome to Derry premieres October 26, 2025 on HBO Max! In this exclusive interview, actress Alixandra Fuchs ‪@alixandravonrenner7874‬ (@alixandra.fuchs on Instagram) reveals shocking details about the IT prequel series that fans need to know before the premiere. Welcome to Derry brings back Bill Skarsgård as Pennywise and takes us to 1960s Derry, Maine for 9 terrifying episodes.ABOUT WELCOME TO DERRY:Welcome to Derry is a 9-episode horror series produced by Andy Muschietti and Barbara Muschietti, the creative team behind IT Chapter One and IT Chapter Two. Bill Skarsgård returns as the terrifying Pennywise the Dancing Clown in this IT prequel that HBO Max promises will be the scariest Stephen King adaptation yet.Subscribe for more exclusive celebrity interviews just like this uploaded every single Tuesday!Images: HBO/HBO MaxWelcome to Derry © Warner Bros. DiscoveryAll images used for commentary/review purposes

    10 min

  3. 11/12/2025

    High Potential Star Matthew Lamb!

    Join us for an exclusive interview with Matthew Lamb, a talented actor who has been making waves in the entertainment industry with his high potential and captivating performances. In this video, Matthew shares his experiences working with the incredible Kaitlin Olson and what it was like playing the role of Elliot. He also opens up about his latest project, SMILE, and the excitement surrounding it. With his career on the rise and being featured in trending topics, Matthew Lamb is definitely one to watch. Tune in to learn more about his journey, his inspirations, and what's next for this talented actor. This interview is part of our High Potential Season 2 series, where we sit down with the most promising and talented individuals in the industry to talk about their experiences, challenges, and aspirations.

    7 min

  4. 11/12/2025

    Scream VI's Thomas Cadrot!

    Thomas Cadrot is an actor most known for his role as Gale Weathers partner in SCREAM VI. He has also been in shows like The Flash, The Good Doctor, and Nancy Drew!SCREAM VII, SCREAM VI, SCREAM 6, SCREAM 7, SCREAM 7 TRAILER, SCREAM, SCREAM MOVIES, SCREAM INTERVIEW, THOMAS CADROT, REEL APPRECIATION, GHOSTFACE SCREAM VI, GHOSTFACE SCENESAn actor shares his experience of getting got by GHOSTFACE in the scream movie. He also offers insights into working with Hollywood celebrities and what he learned about perseverance. This interview provides a unique look into the world of horror films.

    10 min
  5. Josh Pais Interview - Playing Raphael in TMNT, A WILD SCREAM Wes Craven Story, Lose Your Mind, JOKER

    09/25/2025

    Josh Pais Interview - Playing Raphael in TMNT, A WILD SCREAM Wes Craven Story, Lose Your Mind, JOKER

    Get the brand new book "Lose Your Mind: The Path to Creative Invincibility" written by Josh Pais HERE: https://committedimpulse.com/book/#or...Dive into the making of a childhood classic with insights into the original TMNT movie! We explore behind the scenes of Ninja Turtles 1990 and the impact of the Raphael TMNT character. It's turtle power like never before right here on Reel Appreciation!

    15 min

  6. 09/25/2025

    High Potential Season 2 Interview - Matthew Lamb, Working with Kaitlin Olson, Playing Elliot, SMILE!

    Join us for an exclusive interview with Matthew Lamb, a talented actor who has been making waves in the entertainment industry with his high potential and captivating performances. In this video, Matthew shares his experiences working with the incredible Kaitlin Olson and what it was like playing the role of Elliot. He also opens up about his latest project, SMILE, and the excitement surrounding it. With his career on the rise and being featured in trending topics, Matthew Lamb is definitely one to watch. Tune in to learn more about his journey, his inspirations, and what's next for this talented actor. This interview is part of our High Potential Season 2 series, where we sit down with the most promising and talented individuals in the industry to talk about their experiences, challenges, and aspirations.

    8 min

  7. 09/11/2025

    Vincent Martella Interview - Playing Phineas Flynn, Phineas and Ferb Revival, A Live Action Movie!

    Vincent Martella ​⁠ is an actor, singer, best known for providing the voice of Phineas Flynn on the Disney Channel animated series Phineas and Ferb. He sits down with David Clair-Bennett and Maria Elizabeth Darnell on Reel Appreciation to discuss his first reactions when he got the news about a new season of Phineas and Ferb, how it felt stepping back into the role of Phineas Flynn after all these years, what Vincent is most excited for with the newest seasons of Phineas and Ferb, his experience working with Ashley Tisdale, who plays his sister, Candace in Phineas and Ferb, hidden Easter eggs and running gags, his time on the show “Everybody Hates Chris”, voice acting or live action, a live action Phineas and Ferb movie, what Vincent is grateful for, his love and appreciation for the fans, and so much more! Follow Vincent online ​⁠ (across all social media platforms) DUBBY ENERGY: Use our code for 10% off your next order *: https://www.dubby.gg/discount/REEL10?ref=nmcpqpla 00:00 - INTRO 00:56 - Reaction to a new season 01:47 - How it felt stepping back into his role 02:40 - What is Vincent most excited for? 03:37 - Working with Ashley Tisdale 05:19 - Phineas and Ferb Easter eggs 06:17 - What sticks with Vincent all these years later 07:18 - Everybody Hates Chris 08:28 - Who would Vincent step into the shoes of? 09:21 - Being in Disney’s most popular animated series of all-time! 10:35 - Voice acting or live action? 12:00 - What scene or character challenged him the most? 13:43 - A live action Phineas and Ferb? 14:22 - Most influential people in Vincent Marella’s career 16:33 - Being on merchandise! 18:04 - A moment that made Vincent feel grateful 19:33 - What Vincent is grateful for 20:39 - Follow Vincent on social media! 22:09 - Outro Listen to “Reel Appreciation”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/reel-appreciation/id1748863118 Like and subscribe for exclusive celebrity interviews every week! #disney #cartoon #animation #reelappreciation #phineasandferb #interviews

    24 min

  8. 09/11/2025

    The Strangers Chapter 2 Interview - Madelaine Petsch is GREAT, The Strangers Could ACTUALLY HAPPEN!

    In this episode of Reel Appreciation, David Clair-Bennett and Maria Elizabeth Darnell sit with actor Pablo Sandstrom ahead of his role in The Strangers: Chapter Two. Pablo talks about his time working on The Strangers trilogy, his personal experience working with actress Madelaine Petsch, how she works, working on a movie with Johnny Depp and Penelope Cruz, what Pablo is grateful for, what he hopes fans of The Strangers walk away with, and so much more! The Strangers Chapter Two Overview - After learning that one of their victims, Maya, is still alive, three masked maniacs return to finish the job. With nowhere to run and no one to trust, Maya soon finds herself in a brutal fight for survival against psychopaths who are more than willing to kill anyone who stands in their way. Pablo Sandstrom interview TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 INTRO 01:04 - What The Strangers means to Pablo 03:03 - From being a fan of The Strangers to being IN The Strangers 04:00 - Working with Madelaine Petsch 05:17 - Did The Strangers mess with Pablo's head? 07:19 - What did The Strangers bring Pablo? 09:35 - Working with Johnny Depp 11:57 - 3 things Pablo is grateful for 15:08 - What is Pablo the most excited for with The Strangers Chapter 2? 16:35 - Follow Pablo on social media! 17:10 - When does The Strangers Chapter Two release? 17:51 - OUTRO The Strangers Chapter 2 cast member shares his experience filming the horror movie, revealing how scary it was on set! Check out the trailer to see what movies to watch this weekend! Don't miss these horror movies because they are some of the best pieces of cinema history in the world of horror! TAGS: The Strangers Chapter Two, The Strangers Chapter 2, The Strangers, Madelaine Petsch The Strangers, The Strangers Movie, The Strangers full movie, The Strangers interview, Pablo Sandstrom, Pablo Sandstrom interview, The Strangers trailer, The Strangers chapter 2 trailer, the strangers trilogy, the strangers madelaine petsch, reel appreciation, david clair-bennett, maria elizabeth darnell, horror movie podcasts, the strangers chapter 2 ending, the strangers revealed, the strangers cast interviews

    19 min
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"Reel Appreciation" is a rapidly-growing mental health and entertainment podcast, hosted by actors and screenwriters, Maria Elizabeth Darnell and David Clair-Bennett, and offers listeners an exclusive glimpse into the untold stories of gratitude from the entertainment industry's most iconic figures. Through in-depth interviews, Clair-Bennett and Darnell invite listeners on a captivating journey behind the scenes, uncovering the heartfelt moments of thankfulness that have shaped the careers of entertainers of all kinds.

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  • Creator
    Reel Appreciation
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    42
  • Rating
    Clean
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