Has Social Media Killed the Movie Star?
Have we left the era of the classic "movie star"? Can the glitz and glamour of a big name actor still drive the success of a film? In this episode of One Moore Hollywood Podcast, our hosts discuss whether there's a difference between fame and "movie stars", who the big names of theaters are today, and whether social media has led to the decline of Hollywood star power.
The Moore, the Merrier: A Holiday Movie Guide
The holidays are upon us, which means it’s time to start debating whether or not Die Hard is a Christmas movie! In this episode of One Moore Hollywood Podcast, our hosts contemplate what makes a movie a holiday movie, discuss their favorite films, and give their suggestions on what to watch this merry season!
The Future of the Superhero: Do We Have Collective Cape Fatigue?
Do we have 'Cape Fatigue' or can super heroes still save the day? In this episode of One Moore Hollywood Podcast, our hosts look at why the once dominant Marvel Universe seems to be dwindling, how streaming and licensing has played into this landscape, and what spoilers for The Marvels are now enticing Chris Moore to watch the film!
Chatting With Showrunner Sera Gamble: What It Takes To Do Her Job
What is a showrunner? In this episode of One Moore Hollywood Podcast, we dig into the television side of the industry and welcome showrunner / writer / producer Sera Gamble (You, The Magicians, Supernatural) to join us and give us her behind the scenes look at what a showrunner really does, how she got to this point in her career, and what her algorithm says about her!
Looking Back and Looking Ahead: What’s Happening In Hollywood
From Award shows and nomination precedents to why the SAG strikes are asking the right questions - in this episode of One Moore Hollywood Podcast, our hosts look at what has changed and progressed in the industry through these past few months, what headlines are grabbing our attention, and question whether award show nominations are too antiquated for our current environment.
Kicking Off Production: One Moore Hollywood Podcast and Jon Gordon Discuss the Greenlight Process
Getting the greenlight on a film is the official kick off to production. But how does that come about? On this episode of One Moore Hollywood Podcast, we are thrilled to welcome our first guest to the show, Jon Gordon. As a producer and former President of Production for studios such as Miramax, Annapurna and Universal, Jon shares his experience working in the industry and gives us insight on the many ways a film can attain the elusive greenlight.
Spooky Season: The History of Horror and Creepy Curations Part 2
A little Moore Spooky Season curation because we just had too much to chat about for only one episode! This episode of One Moore Hollywood Podcast continues the conversation about favorite horror films and offers some suggestions on what to watch this October if you're ready to be terrified!
Spooky Season: The History of Horror and Creepy Curations Part 1
It’s Spooky Season, and One Moore Hollywood Podcast is here to help you celebrate! In this episode, our hosts break down the history of horror films, why this is Dennis’s favorite time of year, and give their suggestions on what to watch if you’re looking for a scare!
Industry Innovations, Funding Entertainment, and Controversial Theater Snacks: Questions From One Moore Hollywood Podcast’s Listeners
From industry innovations to controversial theater snacks, this episode of One Moore Hollywood Podcast answers questions straight from our listeners!
The Content and the Pipeline: Have You Cut the Cord?
Cord cutting is a battle between content and the pipeline, yet the customers are the ones caught in the crossfire. In this episode of One Moore Hollywood Podcast, our hosts look at how we got to this point, what this means for the business side of the industry, and what we, as the audience, can do to lead the conversation and take charge of how we consume entertainment.
Event Programming: Has Taylor Swift Set the Bar?
In this episode of One Moore Hollywood Podcast, our hosts discuss what event programming means to the business, the audience, and theaters. The AMC/Taylor Swift deal for her upcoming tour film not only broke theater records, but also formed a unique new possibility for entertainment programming and industry business deals. For the future of Hollywood, our hosts question… Is this the next love story or is there bad blood?
Summer Wrap-Up: Hits, Flops, and More
As Summer officially wraps up, the One Moore Hollywood Podcast team looks back on what this season meant for the entertainment industry. Did the big box office moments make enough of a splash to change how we feel about theaters? Is the business coming up for air, or is it a sinking ship? Our hosts weigh in on how audience behaviors are helping to shape the future of entertainment, plus give their predictions for when the strikes will resolve and the industry can get back to business.
We're In Our Franchise Era
Does it feel like every other week there’s a new superhero movie? What makes a franchise so profitable? And what makes them so alluring to the audience? There’s a lot to unpack in this weeks episode of One Moore Hollywood Podcast! While the hosts might disagree on what exactly defines a “franchise,” one thing we can all agree on is that we are in our franchise era!
The State of the Hollywood Film Industry: 99 Problems and Counting
The entertainment industry is constantly evolving, but right now seems to be an especially tumultuous time. Hollywood strikes are raging on, streaming prices are increasing, and did Chris Moore threaten to ditch the biz and become a lacrosse coach?! Tune into this weeks episode of One Moore Hollywood Podcast for our hosts take on the state of the industry, how all these changes are affecting the business and the audience… and why it’s not all doom and gloom!
What Does a Producer Even Do?
What does a producer even do?! We get this question a lot - and it's a tricky answer because the role of a producer can mean a lot of different things! In this episode of One Moore Hollywood Podcast, our hosts give some insight into the job of a film producer, how this role is changing in the industry today, and their own experiences as producers in Hollywood - the good, the bad and the "did that just happen"?!
Thoughts on Theaters and Streaming: What’s the Best Way to Watch Content?
Theaters versus Streaming. With so many titles available right from our couch, going to the movie theater has now become less and less common. Or has it?! In this episode, our hosts debate what makes the experiences different, why some people (*hint Katie*) are true theater advocates, and how the entertainment industry today has completely altered the content viewing experience.
Barbie & Oppenheimer’s Opening Weekend: Results Are In
Hi Barbie! The results of Barbenheimer weekend are in, and the audiences (and our co-hosts) have spoken! Listen to our latest episode to hear Chris, Katie, and Dennis’s take on the big box office wins, their experiences at the theater, and their discussion of the cultural phenomenon around Greta Gerwig’s Barbie. Note: This episode was recorded on Tuesday 7/25 and reflect opening weekend numbers.
Hollywood On Strike: What It Means & Who It Affects
Why are the Hollywood unions on strike? What are they fighting for? And how will it affect us? These are the most common questions we are asked about the current strikes, listen here for our answers!
Barbie vs. Oppenheimer: What Will Opening Weekend Say About the Film Industry?
The media has created a Barbenheimmer frenzy, but is there a reason for these blockbusters to be pitted against each other? In this episode of One Moore Hollywood Podcast, we analyze the reasons why the two films are coming out on the same weekend, and make our predictions about who will "win" the match-up.
Hollywood’s Hit-Driven Business Model: Why It Disappeared and Why That’s Important
In this episode of One Moore Hollywood Podcast, we revisit an article “The Disappearance of the Hit-Driven Business Model” that Chris Moore published on Dear Producer. Chris discusses how the film industry's business model has gone from "hits" to "subscribers," and how that changes the way we make (and watch) movies today.