Episodes

  • RAY: Jamie Foxx’s Electrifying Transformation into Ray Charles

    RAY: Jamie Foxx’s Electrifying Transformation into Ray Charles
    Sep 25 2024
    Producer/Director Taylor Hackford shares his captivating journey of bringing the legendary Ray Charles to life on screen. From his pivotal meeting with Ray Charles Jr. to the critical casting of Jamie Foxx, Hackford shares untold stories of the creative process, the challenges of capturing Ray’s essence, and the dedication of a diverse team determined to authentically portray the iconic musician’s life. With the vibrant city of New Orleans as a backdrop and Ray Charles himself involved, this episode dives into the heart of filmmaking, resilience, and the artistry behind honoring a musical genius. It's an unforgettable deep dive into the magic of storytelling and the soul of a legend.

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    1 hr and 16 mins
  • WHIPLASH: Damien Chazelle’s Intense Ode to Jazz and the Price of Perfection

    WHIPLASH: Damien Chazelle’s Intense Ode to Jazz and the Price of Perfection
    Sep 18 2024
    Producer Helen Estabrook reflects on the making of Whiplash, Damien Chazelle’s intense, Oscar-winning drama, as it celebrates its 10th anniversary. Estabrook shares behind-the-scenes insights, including the film's production challenges, its journey from short to feature, and the creative collaboration that brought the film's powerful performances and electrifying energy to life.

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    54 mins
  • GARDEN STATE: How Pam Abdy Relied on Her Roots to Make this Indie Gem

    GARDEN STATE: How Pam Abdy Relied on Her Roots to Make this Indie Gem
    Sep 11 2024
    Producer Pam Abdy takes us behind the scenes of the 2004 indie hit GARDEN STATE and recounts the trials and triumphs of the production. From the challenges of working with a first-time director, the creative risks that paid off, to the soundtrack—curated by Braff himself—that became a defining element of the movie and helped capture the essence of the millennial spirit. 20 years after the release of the film, she reminisces on the unexpected success of the film and why she thinks it became such a defining cultural touchstone for a generation.

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    50 mins
  • Hollywood Gold Fall 2024 Movie Preview

    Hollywood Gold Fall 2024 Movie Preview
    Sep 4 2024
    Listen to the Stay Gold team talk about all the hottest releases due out this fall including Joker 2, Gladiator 2, and of course, Goodrich!

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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • PITCH PERFECT: How Elizabeth Banks + Max Handelman Produced One of Universal’s Biggest Franchises

    PITCH PERFECT: How Elizabeth Banks + Max Handelman Produced One of Universal’s Biggest Franchises
    Aug 28 2024
    Producers Elizabeth Banks and Max Handelman recount the making of their global hit PITCH PERFECT. The success of this film launched a franchise and made Anna Kendrick and Rebel Wilson household names. The concept wasn't an easy sell, so they used pitch pipes and performed songs during studio pitches. They knew they struck gold when Harvey Weinstein wanted the movie so much that he yelled at Elizabeth in the middle of the Met Ball. Thankfully for fans everywhere, she was not intimidated and the movie found its perfect home in Universal.

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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • SCREAM: Staring Down the Weinstein Brothers and Wes Craven’s Return to Horror

    SCREAM: Staring Down the Weinstein Brothers and Wes Craven’s Return to Horror
    Aug 21 2024

    During the production of Scream, producer Cathy Konrad received a late night call with a creepy voice saying, "Do you like scary movies?" Thankfully, it was just the film's director, legendary horror filmmaker Wes Craven, calling to discuss what to do about the Weinsteins being unhappy with the mask and the footage. Despite the studio roadblocks, Scream was finished and was a huge success, redefining the horror genre for a new generation.



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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • ELECTION: Reese Witherspoon Goes Method and Alexander Payne’s Near Straight-to-Video Release

    ELECTION: Reese Witherspoon Goes Method and Alexander Payne’s Near Straight-to-Video Release
    Aug 14 2024
    Election, the brilliantly subversive film about an ambitious high school student's run for class president, launched director Alexander Payne's career. Producers Albert Berger and Ron Yerxa believed in Alex from the time they saw his UCLA short film, but the studio took some more convincing before he was hired. Albert and Ron take us inside the struggles that went into the making of Election, and how they expertly balanced the creative and business elements of filmmaking to launch a legacy.

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    59 mins
  • THE PRINCESS DIARIES: Discovering Anne Hathaway and the Resurgence of Julie Andrews

    THE PRINCESS DIARIES: Discovering Anne Hathaway and the Resurgence of Julie Andrews
    Aug 7 2024

    Producer Debra Martin Chase has worked with some of the greatest talents of our time, including Whitney Houston and Denzel Washington. In this episode, Debra talks about how her second career as a film producer began with the timeless classic The Princess Diaries. She explains how this special film inspired Julie Andrews' return to film after a 10 year hiatus and launched Anne Hathaway's career. Debra shares insights into breaking boundaries, forging your own path, what it means to be a leader, and provides glimpses into some of the behind the scenes magic from set.



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    58 mins