On this episode of Talking Pictures, Alexandra, Ashley, Brandon, and Kyle discuss the 2023 film Saltburn, written and directed by Emerald Fennell. They talk about the shocking scenes, the aesthetics, and the many themes of the film. Spoilers abound! Check out our socials and other projects here: https://linktr.ee/fpsproductions Hosted by: Alexandra Manzo & Ashley Zhuk Guests: Brandon Nasiri, Kyle Walsh Edited by: Eli Kupetz Executive Produced by: Eli Kupetz

On this episode of Talking Pictures, Eli, Kat, Daniel, and Brandon share their favorite (and least favorite) films and TV shows from 2023. They discuss Barbie, Oppenheimer, Priscilla, Saltburn, Past Lives, and more! Here are everyone's top 5 lists from this episode: Eli: Oppenheimer Barbie They Cloned Tyrone The Last Of Us Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem Kat: Succession Barbie Saltburn What We Do in the Shadows Beef Daniel: Barbie Priscilla Past Lives All of Us Strangers Bottoms / Scott Pilgrim Takes Off Brandon: Babylon (December 2022 Release) Oppenheimer The Holdovers Saltburn Poor Things Check out our socials and other projects here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/fpsproductions⁠⁠⁠⁠ Hosted by: Eli Kupetz Guests: Daniel Guerrero, Katherine Mueller, Brandon Nasiri Edited by: Eli Kupetz Executive Produced by: Eli Kupetz

On this episode of Talking Pictures, Eli, Sam, and Andrew discuss film and TV adaptations of video games, and why so many of them fall short. They also discuss recent successful video game adaptations like The Last of Us, The Super Mario Bros. Movie, and Five Nights at Freddy's, as well as speculation about upcoming video game adaptations in development. Check out our socials and other projects here: ⁠https://linktr.ee/fpsproductions⁠ Hosted by: Eli Kupetz Guests: Sam Umbay, Andrewtrung Le Edited by: Eli Kupetz Executive Produced by: Eli Kupetz

On this episode of Talking Pictures, Eric Plotkin sits down with Maanasi, Jo, Catherine, Michael, and Ashley to talk about the series finale of Succession and reflect on their favorite moments from the show. Spoilers abound! 😎 Check out our socials and other projects here: 🥳 Website: http://fps-productions.com 🥳 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fpsproductions/ 🥳 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbie8n35-dUNjrbQqoeYvDw/featured 🥳 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FPSProductionsUCLA/ 🥳 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/fpsproductions

On this episode of Talking Pictures, Andrewtrung and Darren talk about one of the most iconic and influential films of all time: Back to the Future (1985). An unforgettable and ubiquitous staple of American cinema and pop culture, Back to the Future has captivated the brains, hearts, and souls of billions of people for three decades (six, if you count the time travel). But is it perhaps the most iconic 80s movie of all time? Here, Andrewtrung and Darren address this question by discussing the greatness of the film's story, writing, soundtrack, acting, and virtually everything else that makes a movie great. Thank you for tuning in! Thank you so much to our 2022-23 Outreach Director, Darren Penuliar, for appearing on this episode and for recommending this film. 😎 Check out our socials and other projects here: 🥳 Website: http://fps-productions.com 🥳 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fpsproductions/ 🥳 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbie8n35-dUNjrbQqoeYvDw/featured 🥳 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FPSProductionsUCLA/ 🥳 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/fpsproductions

On this episode of Talking Pictures, Andrewtrung and Sophie talk about one of the most beloved films of the under-appreciated claymation genre: Chicken Run. An essential claymation masterpiece for one of the largest, most illustrious animation studios in the world, Aardman Animations, Chicken Run manages to take a story so straightforward with themes so universal, and transform it into a holistically unique work of art through its medium and through the passion fueling its production. Here, Andrewtrung and Sophie discuss the production, story, characters, and greatness of this incredible film. Thank you for tuning in! Thank you so much to our 2022-23 FPS Member, Sophie Emma Wells, for appearing on this episode and for recommending this film. 😎 Check out our socials and other projects here: 🥳 Website: http://fps-productions.com 🥳 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fpsproductions/ 🥳 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbie8n35-dUNjrbQqoeYvDw/featured 🥳 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FPSProductionsUCLA/ 🥳 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/fpsproductions

On this episode of Talking Pictures, Andrew and Eli answer the age-old question: Is Adaptation. (2002) the greatest screenplay ever written? A beloved and unforgettable staple in the careers of the endlessly lauded writer Charlie Kaufman and the limitlessly talented filmmaker Spike Jonze, Adaptation. is more than just a film - it's a meditation on films, what it means to be an artist, what it means to be human, etc. It's one of the few films about everything. Here, both Andrew and Eli discuss Adaptation.'s multi-layered approach to storytelling, and how its incredibly self-referential nature makes it one of the most brilliant works of art they've both ever seen. Thank you so much to our 2022-23 FPS Internal Director, Eli Kupetz, for appearing on this episode and for recommending this film. 😎 Check out our socials and other projects here: 🥳 Website: http://fps-productions.com 🥳 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fpsproductions/ 🥳 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbie8n35-dUNjrbQqoeYvDw/featured 🥳 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FPSProductionsUCLA/ 🥳 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/fpsproductions

On this episode of Talking Pictures, Andrew and Charlotte discuss their experiences of and feelings toward the Avatar movies. This franchise has garnered a bittersweet reputation as being both a highly marketable and lucrative set of films (with the first Avatar being the highest-grossing movie of all time) and a thematically and artistically dry Hollywood-ized commercial product for the film community. During their discussion, Andrew and Charlotte reflect on the visuals, storytelling, themes, and overall filmmaking that buttress each Avatar film. Thank you so much to our 2022-23 FPS Vice President, Charlotte Oxley, for appearing on this episode and for recommending this franchise. 😎 Check out our socials and other projects here: 🥳 Website: http://fps-productions.com 🥳 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fpsproductions/ 🥳 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbie8n35-dUNjrbQqoeYvDw/featured 🥳 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FPSProductionsUCLA/ 🥳 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/fpsproductions

On this episode of Talking Pictures, Andrew and Anuradha discuss a movie from the early 2000s that's unjustifiably fallen under the radar. Down with Love, a 2003 romantic comedy directed by Peyton Reed and starring Renee Zellweger and Ewan McGregor, is unique in that it serves as a modernized nod to the romantic comedies of the 60s. With glamorous artwork and production, a euphonious soundtrack, and a screenplay as colorful as the costumes, our two hosts talk about Down with Love, why it works, why it's special, and why it should be on your watchlist. Thank you so much to our 2022-23 FPS President, Anuradha Srikanth, for appearing on this episode and for recommending this movie. 😎 Check out our socials and other projects here: 🥳 Website: http://fps-productions.com 🥳 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fpsproductions/ 🥳 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbie8n35-dUNjrbQqoeYvDw/featured 🥳 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FPSProductionsUCLA/ 🥳 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/fpsproductions

On this episode of Talking Pictures, Emma discusses the double standards that female directors face in Hollywood. Explaining the actions of David O. Russell and Olivia Wilde, Emma compares the treatment that each filmmaker has received for their actions and emphasizes the incongruity in media perception for each director. Listen in to hear more about this sensitive but critical topic that reverberates across the film industry. 😎 Check out our socials and other projects here: 🥳 Website: http://fps-productions.com 🥳 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fpsproductions/ 🥳 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbie8n35-dUNjrbQqoeYvDw/featured 🥳 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FPSProductionsUCLA/ 🥳 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/fpsproductions Hosted by: Emma Hogarth Produced by: Andrewtrung Le Edited by: Andrewtrung Le Executive Produced by: Andrewtrung Le