That Movie is Ours Now

What does it take to break a Guinness World Record? Today we find out with guest Zachariah Swope who saw a world record 777 movies in a single year. On this episode of the That Movie is Ours Now Podcast we discuss the process of breaking the record, the best and worst films he saw and most importantly the cause he raised money for along the way, mental health awareness and specifically the America...

The year in movies in 2023 was punctuated by one of the best films the previous 12 months had to offer with, "The Iron Claw." Today we welcome Stone aka Medical Movie Man on Tik Tok hops on the pod to discuss all things Iron Claw. Leave your thoughts on the film and our convo in the comments and hit up Stone in the links below (especially on Tik Tok!) Stone's Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@medic...

Our return to Panem in the Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes brought us action, strong political commentary and way more singing than any of us expected. On this episode of That Movie is Ours Now we review the latest installment in the Hunger Games franchise with Dan Monaghan aka Reel Takes from Tik Tok, Instagram and Good Will Podcasting. What did you think of the new Hunger Games prequel? Let me...

What did you think of Killers of the Flower Moon? Today on the That Movie is Ours Now Podcast we sit down with film critic Brian Tallerico to a deep dive on Martin Scorcese's latest epic plus Brian answers some questions about his career and advice for aspiring film critics. Like and subscribe to be notified about new episodes! For the full video interview head to YouTube: https://youtu.be/nwFO55_...

If you love old Hollywood and classic cinema, this is the episode for you with Let's All Go to the Lobby Host, Harry Marks. Harry's page on Tik Tok is dedicated to educating the world on Hollywood history, introducing classic films in Turner Classic Movies style and more. We dive into his love of classic cinema, how his page came to be, classic films to try and more! YouTube Video Interview: https...

Ever wonder how a DVD collector with over 1,000 movies in their collection gets started? Find out on this week's episode as we chat with Ben Gilbert on all things physical media, collecting and his favorite films. Find Ben on Tik Tok and YouTube at: Ben's Home Video. For the full video version of the interview head to YouTube: https://youtu.be/Saj695sJiEA Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podca...

It's now been over 130 days since the WGA went on strike because the studios refuse to give them a fair deal. Let's talk about it with strike captain and unit lot coordinator Rob Forman. Places you can donate if able to help the writers and actors on strike: Entertainmentcommunity.org Green Envelope Grocery Aid: https://twitter.com/msjoellegarf/status/1671937601908129792?lang=en Groceries for Writ...

With the 30th anniversary of Schindler's List just months away, we take a look back at Steven Spielberg's landmark film with the Illinois Holocaust Museum's Associate Director of Education, Amanda Friedeman. We'll discuss the great entry way into Holocaust education that is Schindler's List, plus dive in on the museum's virtual reality film experiences. You can find the full video version on YouTu...

Ever wonder how a film festival comes together? Today you find out with our guest, the founder of the Chicago Critics Film Festival, Erik Childress. With Erik we discuss the festival's 10th year, its' beginnings, Barbenheimer and more! You can find the video version of the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZH8dqm0Xf_o Social: Instagram: @ThatMovieisOursNow Tik Tok: @DavidSugarman...

You can't have a movie without a script and you can't have a script without a writer! That's where we start today with screenplay consultant Nick Fore. We'll talk with Nick about his advice to young writers, how he got into the craft and breakdown the writing of a sci-fi staple, "The Matrix". Make sure to follow Nick on Tik Tok for screenwriting advice: nickfore.scripts You can find the full video...

GOOOOOOOOD MOOOOORNIIIING POOOOODCASTERRRRS! If you haven't figured out already, we're talking all things, "Good Morning Vietnam," today. We're joined by sports radio talk host Damon Bruce who was inspired by films like, "Good Morning Vietnam," and the Howard Stern bio-pic, "Private Parts." We'll dive into how those films shaped his career, the power of radio and even a run in with the great Robin...

Who doesn't love a look behind the scenes? Today that's exactly what we'll do with Tenzin Lazerson who has amassed over 30,000 followers on Tik Tok taking people behind the scenes of the different film and commercial sets he works on as part of the lighting department, a gaffer, key grip and more! Tenzin will give us a peak into why lighting matters so much in telling a story, behind the scenes mo...

Not many forms of media can write a love letter to a city quite like a film. So on today's episode I'm bringing on a Chicago native and my girlfriend, Courtney Robb to discuss "Ferris Bueller's Day Off"! We'll discuss the beauty of Ferris' from the perspective of someone from Chicago, plus chat about the ending of "our movie," La La Land and break down the impact movies like, "The Devil Wears Prad...

A drive with Robert Downey Jr. , trips from Atlanta, LA and Fargo on his own and creating a film society in North Dakota. Scottie Knollin has done some living! Lucky for us he's our guest today. As a co-founder of the North Dakota Film Society we discuss how the society came to be, his time as an extra on movie and TV sets in Atlanta plus we talk the magic of The Wizard of Oz! For the full video v...

It's no secret comic book movies are running the box office right now so we figured we'd go to an expert! On this episode we chat with Lesley Frohlich, who owns Comic Realms, a local comic book shop in Bismarck, North Dakota. We chat about her favorite, Guardians of the Galaxy, the importance of representation, how you can get started reading comics and more! Like and subscribe to stay up to date...

You got interests all over the map? SAME. On this episode of, "That Movie is Ours Now," we bounce around with Stadium podcast host, Ben Wittenstein. From his love of Will Ferrel comedies to his passion for director Paul Thomas Anderson, Pixar and more, a great discussion with Ben with something for everyone! You can find the audio version of the podcast at the links below: Spreaker: https://www.sp...

Feeling the need for speed? Then this is the episode for you! On this episode we sit down with sports journalist for The State newspaper in Columbia, South Carolina, Ben Portnoy. Ben and I discuss all things Top Gun and Top Gun: Maverick from the films' military impact, our call signs, Ben's introduction to the film with his family and more! Make sure to like and subscribe the podcast to find out...

On today's episode of, "That Movie is Ours Now" we talk to the director of sports media at Indiana University, Dr. Galen Clavio! We dive into a few 90s classics with special focus on, "Pulp Fiction". Dr. Clavio and I break down the rise of non-linear storytelling with Pulp Fiction and other 90s hits like, "Goodfellas," and "The Usual Suspects," and how these hits effected a teenage Dr. Clavio as w...

Welcome to That Movie is Ours Now! A brand new podcast hosted by David Sugarman where we talk to interesting people about the movies that have changed, impacted and influenced their lives in some way big or small. Before we dive into chatting with guests about their favorite films I thought it was important for you to get to know me! In this short introductory episode I'll tell you who I am, why I...