Film Folk Lore

Bangarang film folks! Welcome back for our final installment of our Summer Film Club. This week, we dive into Collier's pick, Hook (1991). There's nothing better to make you feel like a kid again than Spielberg's reimagining of Peter Pan. So grab a box of tissues because this one will really pull on your heartstrings. And just remember, every time someone says 'I don't believe in fairies,' Julia R...

In a galaxy very, very, very, very far away, 4 film crew members discuss the greatest sci-fi parody every made. This week for our Summer Movie Club, we have Justin's pick, Mel Brooks' Spaceballs (1987). So grab some Mr. Coffee and raspberry jam, and join us as we set course for Planet Spaceball. Don't worry, we won't hit ludicrous speed, but we may reach ridiculous speed. And remember, "Evil will...

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Ahoy film friends, and welcome to another installment of our Summer mini-series, Summer Movie Club! This week we're getting into Heather Rae's pick, Harold and Maude. What is a Jersch you ask? Do Cat Steven's fingers hurt? Are you a Harold or a Maude in lIfe? All this and more on this week's episode. Enjoy the show! https://www.filmfolklorepodcast.com/ https://www.patreon.com/FilmFolkLorePodcast

Hello film friends, friends of film, and everyone in between! It’s finally here our S2 summer miniseries, the FFL Summer Movie Club, and we are kicking it off with Jed’s pick “Airplane!” Is it possible to talk about this movie in an hour? Will sticks be slapped? Will hijinks ensue? Gotta listen to find out! Heather Rae’s episode is up next, so keep listening to the end for next week’s reveal! http...

Happy Summer film folks! We've got another special treat for you to hold you over between seasons. Join Heather Rae, Jed, Justin, Chris, and a very special guest as we talk about the movies that made us. Each episode we'll pick one of our hosts' favorite movie to discuss in depth. Stay tuned! First episode airs 8/8/25. Enjoy the show!

You're traveling through another dimension. A dimension not only of sight and sound, but of accidents, oversight, and aftermaths. A journey into a shadowy land of broken protocol and (hard?)-learned lessons. You just crossed into... The Film Folk Lore Zone. In Part 2 of our Season 2 finale, we conclude our deep dive into the Twilight Zone: The Movie tragedy—one of the most infamous safety failures...

There is a fifth dimension, beyond which that is known to man. A dimension where safety is an afterthought and senseless production methods run rampant. It is a place we call Twilight Zone: The Movie (1983) . And this is the Film Folk Lore Podcast Season 2 finale! (Pt.1) This week we explore the sci-fi film's production disaster that resulted in the deaths of actor Vic Morrow and 2 illegally hired...

Ahoy Film Friends! We have a blast of a crew interview for you today. Our friend Justin (different Justin!) comes by to chat all things special effects, and we talk ‘splosions, fire, atmosphere, rigs, and the safety that is paramount to pull it all off. Don’t be a retardant and join us for a great interview with the fantastic and knowledgeable special effects guru, Justin FX! Enjoy the Show! https...

Ahoy film friends and welcome back for another installment of Legendary Lore! Fill up your tanks and strap some firepower to your car, because this week we're getting into Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome! Is Justin afraid of helicopters? Why was a "company-wide memo" sent out about not drinking on set? Does Tina Turner appear at the oasis to rehydrate you when your stranded in the desert? All this and...

Howdy film folks! Saddle up for another installment of Safety on Set this week as we explore Michael Cimino's (probably self-proclaimed masterpiece) Heaven's Gate. Don't worry, we don't have twenty minutes of intro music just for this episode, as much as we wanted to do that. We discover a possible cause for the fall of United Artists. Heather Rae names the current era of Hollywood we're in. And w...

We’re back, Folkerinos!! We appreciate your patience while we took a little hiatus, and today we catch you up on what’s been happening with the US entertainment industry, we attempt to decipher what a tariff on films could even mean, we speculate what is likely coming, and we share some exciting news about what is happening with us and the podcast!! Don’t forget to like and subscribe!! https://www...

Hey there film folks. Turns out we needed a break more than we thought. We'll be back soon with more of your favorite behind-the-scenes content though. So stay tuned! https://www.filmfolklorepodcast.com/ https://www.patreon.com/FilmFolkLorePodcast

TRIGGER WARNING: As the title suggests, this episode contains stories of animals being harmed on film productions. With that said... Hey film folks! we're back this week with the next installation of our Safety on Set series, And it's a heavy one. We explore the harsh realities of production before the formation of the AHS (American Humane Society). And unfortunately it doesn't stop there. Join us...

Welcome back, Film Folks, for another fantastic interview this week. Paul's here to represent the Construction Department! From getting an early introduction to film on some iconic projects in Ireland, to building furniture on no sleep, and being sent back to the future on a park bench. Paul breaks down the ins and outs of how sets get built. Measure twice, cut once people. Enjoy the show! https:/...

Happy St. Patty's Day film friends. Today we bring you the luck of the Ir...er...film industry to you, with some fun behind the scenes/making of/little known facts from our world, where happenstance led to greatness and moments we all know and love. So go grab a Guiness and kiss a blarney stone. We hope you enjoy and have a fun and safe St. Patrick's. Sláinte! https://www.filmfolklorepodcast.com/...

The boat is back baby! Dive back in with us this week as we continue our exploration of Titanic. How cold was Kate (and everyone else) in that water? Why is it important to have quality welding on things that float? Who put the PCP in the chowder? And why doesn't Cameron like talking about that door? All this and more in this installment of Legendary Lore. Enjoy the show! https://www.filmfolklorep...

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Welcome back film folks for another installment of Legendary Lore! We've got a big one for you this week. One might even say it's the biggest ever built. This week we dive into (*hehe) Mij Cameron's epic romance, Titanic (1997). Why is it a nightmare for a director to be on walkie talkie? How did Kate Winslet survive this entire shoot? Is it ever ok to throw temper tantrums when you're the boss? A...

Happy Valentine's Day Film Folks. We've got a steamy episode for you today. Join us on this special day to play romance edition of "find the fake movie title." Then Zoe and Justin test their knowledge of real-life set romances. Did McAdams really fall for Gosling's abs on "Notebook"? Did Swayze put Grey in a corner while shooting "Dirty Dancing?" All this and more to get you in the loving mood tod...

Well, well, well, what do we have here? Why, our long teased new segment has arrived! And what better way to segue us from “Rust” to this other than with 1994 goth action classic“The Crow”. Today we are covering the tragic death of Brandon Lee on set. Join us as we discuss, what happened, what could’ve prevented it, and what it changed for the future of the entertainment industry. Zoe says, “Don’t...

Welcome back film folks for another great interview this week! Ever wonder which role on set is responsible for the logos of great brands such as Booty Sweat Energy Drink, Los Pollos Hermanos, or maybe even Sex Panther Cologne? Well we have Henry today to tell us all about the Graphic Design in the Art Department! Henry gives us some great insight into his filmmaking journey and creative process w...

TTATRM is back, baybeee! And what is there an endless sea of? “What Ifs” and that is exactly what we cover today are three random “What Ifs” that were very close to becoming realities. Did the world miss out on these, or did we all collectively dodge some bullets? We weigh in and give our thoughts, but so can you! Tell us what you think. Or just enjoy! But you have to enjoy. Chris says so. https:/...

It’s the final Rust down! Do do do, do! It’s finally time to tie a bow on our Rust series. We cover the outcome of the Baldwin trial and where all of this leaves us. Please enjoy and don’t worry because we would never curse you to a window without opening a car hole….wait. How does that expression go? Anyhoo, new segment coming soon! Woohoo! https://www.filmfolklorepodcast.com/ https://www.patreon...

Everyone is sick! It's that time of the year. So grab a big ol' bottle of Vitamin C and join Jed and Justin this week to chat illness, and lack thereof. We thought we could use a reminder that Covid sucks, so here we are to reminisce on a weirder time. And although we don't like the circumstances, we're happy to bring you our first ever video episode! Mainly because the only way we could meet was...