Commedia dell'Cinema: A Comedy Movie Podcast: Recent Episodes
Emily Walborn & Jordan Wold
Each week on Commedia dell'Cinema, hosts Emily Walborn and Jordan Wold take you behind the scenes of a different big screen comedy classic. They'll dig into each film's impact on audiences and comedic filmmaking while exploring the comedic theories behind making these movies so dang funny! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/commediadellcinema/support
We aren’t serious, so please call us Shirley! Emily and Jordan are joined by Nako Narter to discuss the ZAZ masterpiece of parody, Airplane! Additional topics include The Pink Panther, Monk, and of course, documentary filmmaking.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/commediadellcinema/support
Ricky Stanicky made us do it!! We take a brief hiatus from our parody series to talk about the new hit streaming comedy RICKY STANICKY. We get into the weeds on the writing credits, the 10+ year development, and more! We'll be back next week with Airplane!
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Emily and Jordan discuss one of the greatest parodies of all time, WALK HARD -- THE DEWEY COX STORY. People being cut. in half, Tim Meadows, great music, what more could you want?
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YEAH BABY! It's time to talk about the most famous spy in the world - AUSTIN POWERS. Jordan and Emily discuss why it's such a successful parody, their relationships to Mike Meyers, and if Cat in the Hat should have even been a live-action movie!
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What do we even need to say about this one?
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Our parody series kicks off with the original SCARY MOVIE. What hath this franchise wrought upon our culture? Find out how this movie led to Anna Farris getting discovered and created the modern spoof genre.
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This re-release gives a very important clue of what our next series will be....
This week, Jordan and Emily talk about the ultimate meta-horror movie - SCREAM! They discuss the Scream franchise as a whole and what makes it so special, the Weinstein's horrible producer behavior, and why George Lucas gave Mace Windu a purple lightsaber!
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Join Emily and Jordan as they give their nominees and winners for the best comedic performances, directors, screenplays, and more!
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Emily and Jordan discuss last year's Jennifer Lawrence hit NO HARD FEELINGS, from director Gene Stupinsky. They discuss the backlash, the setpieces, why this raunchy movie is so wholesome, and so much more!
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This week, Emily and Jordan talk about the surprise hit of last year - ANYONE BUT YOU! They discuss why it was a surprise hit, their differing opinions on the movie, and what actors have good American accents!
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This week, Emily and Jordan discuss BARBIE, the highest grossing comedy of all time! They talk about what works for them in this chaotic pink movie and what doesn't! They also make their guesses on what it will be nominated for at the Oscars and they were partially right!
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Happy 2024!! We're kicking the year off by talking about some of the biggest or most noteworthy comedies from last year. First on list is JOY RIDE. Adele Lim's directorial debut! Jordan and Emily talk about what works and doesn't work for them about this movie and why it's still an important film!
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Good morning Baltimore!! Jordan and Emily welcome back fan favorite and Hairspray super fan Dakota Lovins! Dakota takes Jordan and Emily through his three arguments on why Hairspray is the best movie musical of all time!
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What a glorious feeling to be discussing this incredible movie! Join Jordan and Emily as they talk classic Hollywood musicals, Gene Kelly, and how it compares to Babylon!
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Dakota Lovins returns to the show to talk the Oscar-nominated musical comedy EUROVISION! Topics of discussion include Rachel McAdams, Husavik (!), the 2005 comedy Kicking and Screaming, and so much more!
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Our musical series continues with LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, the Roger Corman movie turned Off Broadway musical turned classic movie! Ashman and Menken! Frank Oz!
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This week, and Jordan are stage diving right into musical comedies with SCHOOL OF ROCK! They talk about Jack Black's varied career, Joan Cusack, and if there is such a thing as a famous show runner!
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Halloween may be over, but spooky season continues for one last romp in the pumpkin patch! Listen to Emily and Jordan take on What We Do In The Shadows (the movie!) and discuss New Zealand comedy, Taika Waititi, Jemaine Clement, Star Wars ideas, and more!
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Emily and Jordan take on Noah Baumbach and Greta Gerwig’s FRANCES HA, which they both wish they liked more! Other topics include Gerwig and Baumbach’s other work, Scarlett Johanson as a Disney adult, and so much more.
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Emily and Jordan talk all things Aardman as they cover Wallace and Gromit - The Curse of the Were-Rabbit! Additional topics include stop-motion animation, old Looney Toons, region-specific UK accents, and more!
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Horror month continues! Emily and Jordan talk about Shaun of the Dead. Topics include how dang good this movie is, Edgar Wright's focused storytelling and filmmaking, and what makes this zom-rom-com a cut above the rest!
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This week, Jordan and Emily talk about the ultimate meta-horror movie - SCREAM! They discuss the Scream franchise as a whole and what makes it so special, the Weinstein's horrible producer behavior, and why George Lucas gave Mace Windu a purple lightsaber!
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Emily and Jordan kick off a month of horror comedy with the 2009 hit ZOMBIELAND! Topics include: late 2000's 'internet humor', Woody Harrelson's demands for participating in this film, and of course, the 2009 comedy bomb, Year One.
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That's right! One last elderly comedy before spooky season! This week, it's 80 For Brady! We talk about the film's easygoing vibes, comparisons to Uncut Gems, and of course, we find out just who was in the film Wild Hogs.
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This week, BOOK CLUB, starring Diane Keaton, Jane Fonda, Candace Bergen, and Mary Steenburgen. Topics include the film's egregious use of green-screen, the quartet of charming leads, and the disappointing script.
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This week, Jordan and Emily talk about the weird and hilarious ROMY AND MICHELE'S HIGH SCHOOL REUNION. They discuss the script's adaptation from stage to screen, Lisa Kudrow and Mira Sorvino as comedy powerhouses, and what they can remember about Parent Trap!
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This week, Jordan and Emily discuss the 2019 teen comedy BOOKSMART. They talk about the numerous writers on the project, if it is just an updated version of Superbad, and why it was seen as a box office failure.
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Emily and Jordan tackle SUPERBAD, discussing the long development and casting process, the impact the film has had on teen comedies today, and if iTunes still exists.
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Emily and Jordan discuss the classic 2004 teen comedy MEAN GIRLS, Tina Fey's only feature comedy script! From the iconic lines to the lightning in a bottle cast to if Tina was in many sketches on SNL, we cover it all!
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Ohhhh yeahhhhhh! It's time to talk about one of the most iconic teen comedies - FERRIS BUELLER'S DAY OFF. Jordan and Emily discuss John Hughes' massive influence on teen comedies, a bizarre casting rumor, and who the real protagonist of the movie is!
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This week, Jordan and Emily talk about Mike Judge's OFFICE SPACE. They look at the film's relatable satire, bizarre marketing campaign, and working-class hero Jen Aniston.
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Emily and Jordan take on the 2004 hit Napoleon Dynamite, starring Jon Heder, directed by Jared Hess. One of the most important cult comedies of the past twenty years? Sure! We liked it, at least.
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Emily and Jordan discuss 2001 "dada-ist" masterpiece Freddy Got Fingered. Topics include: wondering if this movie is good or not, Tom Green, The Drew Barrymore Show, Joe Dirt, and so much more.
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Jordan and Emily kick off their cult comedy series with John Waters' infamous PINK FLAMINGOS. They talk about abject art, Divine's knockout performance, what shocked them the most, and, of course, eating dog sh*t.
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What better way to celebrate the 4th than with a classic comedy blockbuster? Join Emily and Jordan in talking all things BRIDESMAIDS. They talk Melissa McCarthy's breakout performance, the comedy theories they suspect might be at play, and so much more!
Join us next week for the start of our Cult Comedy series, starting with Pink Flamingos!
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Emily and Jordan discuss the 2014 smash hit NEIGHBORS starring Seth Rogen and Rose Byrne! Topics of discussion include: seeing R-rated movies in theaters as teenagers, the Apple TV Plus series Platonic, and the weird way this movie was blamed for a tragic shooting!
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Laaaaaaaaa Jordan and Emily join the Barden Bellas on their journey to a capella fame. They talk about Rebel Wilson’s breakout performance, jokes that have aged poorly, and the a capella of it all!
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WILL SMITH. TOMMY LEE JONES. LINDA FLORENTINO. That’s right. Today we are talking about the 1997 blockbuster, franchise-spawning hit MEN IN BLACK. Listen to Emily and Jordan wonder about certain baffling story decisions while appreciating the incredible technical work and strong performances on display.
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We'll be back with MEN IN BLACK next week. Today, enjoy our very first RE-RELEASE -- It's our episode on Harold and Made with special guest Arden Jurskis. Listen to us talk about this classic film AND make now outdated Oscar predictions!
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Set your DeLorean to 1985 because Emily and Jordan travel back in time to discuss the classic film BACK TO THE FUTURE. Topics include the troubled but ultimately successful production, Michael J. Fox, the Back to the Future franchise, and more!
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Emily and Jordan kick off their blockbuster series with DUNGEONS & DRAGONS! They talk about high fantasy, Princess Bride and Holy Grail inspiration, and a potential sequel! Jordan and Emily would like to formally apologize to any D&D fans for any incorrect information, but please do not reach out to tell them what they got wrong.
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Emily and Jordan take on Noah Baumbach and Greta Gerwig’s FRANCES HA, which they both wish they liked more! Other topics include Gerwig and Baumbach’s other work, Scarlett Johanson as a Disney adult, and so much more.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/commediadellcinema/support
Mumblecore Month continues as Emily and Jordan discuss TINY FURNITURE, Lena Dunham’s breakout indie feature. Additional topics include Girls and, of course, Dash and Lily.
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Emily and Jordan tackle The Duplass Brothers’ debut film The Puffy Chair. They talk about the improvised nature of the film and how that compares to more scripted mumblecore movies, the boys asking their parents to finance the movie, and The Puffy Chair being the first movie to be bought by Netflix.
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This week, Emily and Jordan discuss Andrew Bujalski’s FUNNY HA HA, the very first movie in the ‘mumblecore’ movement. Topics of discussion include defining what mumblecore is, some of the movement’s key players, and more!
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Jordan and Emily wrap up their star driven comedy series with 2015’s Spy. They talk about Melissa McCarthy’s long and successful career, her partnership with Paul Feig, and if we’ll ever get another big theatrical comedy from McCarthy!
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This week Jordan, Emily, and special guest Dakota Lovins dive into the 2000’s with Will Ferrell’s zoom zoom speedy hit Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby! They talk their feelings on Will Ferrell, the infamous Ferrell/McKay split, and the movie’s effective use of satire and goofiness. This episode is sponsored by Applebee’s.
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It’s Sandler Time on the show this week. Emily and Jordan talk all about Happy Gilmore, and its place in catapulting Sandler to stardom. Plus, Sandler’s entire ouvre (comedic and dramatic!) 90s comedies, SNL, and more!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/commediadellcinema/support
Emily and Jordan talk Eddie Murphy’s COMING TO AMERICA. Topics include the psychotic career of murderer John Landis and his feud with Eddie Murphy, this movie’s repetitive pace but sweet love story, and more!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/commediadellcinema/support
This week Emily and Jordan talk Juzo Itami's 'ramen Western' TAMPOPO! Topics include delicious looking food, playing with genre, and Jordan incorrectly thinking Jamie Lee Curtis is in next week's movie. Follow us @Commediacinema.
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This week Jordan and Emily discuss Maren Ade’s 2016 tragicomedy Toni Erdmann! A beautiful story of a whacky ass dad and his business lady daughter. They discuss how the film balances its dramatic and comedic moments, Ade’s long production, and its international success.
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In honor of that little local award show "The Oscars", Emily and Jordan give out their awards for the best comedy movies and performances of the year! They discuss the heavy hitters (Banshees of Inisherin, Triangle of Sadness, Everything Everywhere All At Once) and some of the smaller, quirkier comedies (Spin Me Round, Weird: The Al Yankovic Story, All My Friends Hate Me, Bodies Bodies Bodies). They also discuss which Simpson character would host what award show and their strange encounter with Topher Grace!
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Jordan and Emily dive into Jaques Tati’s masterpiece Playtime. They discuss Tati’s troubled production, his precise and hilarious choreography, and the massive impact Tati and Playtime have had on comedy.
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Emily and Jordan take on cult comedy classic HEATHERS. They discuss the importance of the film being made when it was, casting ‘what-ifs’, and explore the film’s massive impact on American teen comedy.
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Emily and Jordan talk Albert Brooks’ wonderfully psychotic MODERN ROMANCE. They discuss Brooks’ emotionally open approach to comedy writing and performance with his co-writer Monica Johnson, and the influence Albert Brooks had on generations of comedy writers.
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Arden Jurskis stops by to discuss Hal Ashby’s incredibly influential dark rom-com HAROLD AND MAUDE, plus the state of the Oscar race and of course, the MCU.
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This week, Emily and Jordan talk about one of the most important rom-coms of all-time, Billy Wilder’s The Apartment, starring Jack Lemmon and Shirley Maclaine! They get into the many different forms of comedy Wilder utilizes in direction and the script, the film’s iconic performances, and its wide-ranging influence.
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Emily and Jordan have writer and comedian Nat Torres on the show to talk A Fish Called Wanda, the Monty Python semi-reunion that won Kevin Kline an Oscar. Topics include John Cleese being an old crank, the film's timeless comedy, and possible reasons why such a silly movie was taken so seriously by the Academy.
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This week, Emily and Jordan have guest Nako Narter on the show to discuss Juno. Kicking off our mini-series on Oscar-winning comedies, topics include nepotism king Jason Reitman's career, Diablo Cody's path from blogger to Oscar winning screenwriter, and the era in which indie comedies could make blockbuster money.--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/commediadellcinema/support
Bridesmaids was at the forefront of a seismic change for comedy and the film industry, but how much of that was intended by writers Kristin Wiig and Annie Mumolo, director Paul Feig, or producer Judd Apatow? This week, your hosts break down the comedic theories behind Bridesmaids, the many careers the film helped launch, and what its success meant for the industry going forward.--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/commediadellcinema/support
This week, your hosts discuss Forgetting Sarah Marshall, written by and starring Jason Segel, directed by Nicholas Stoller. Emily and Jordan discuss the film's growing status among fans of the Apatow era, its surprisingly meta connections, and interesting casting and screenplay 'what-ifs.'--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/commediadellcinema/support
In the first episode of Commedia dell'Cinema, Emily and Jordan discuss The 40 Year-Old Virgin, directed and co-written by Judd Aparow with star Steve Carrell. Topics include the state of feature comedy circa 2005, the introduction of Apatow's improvisational style, and the influence this film had on its stars and an entire industry.--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/commediadellcinema/support
Welcome to Commedia dell'Cinema! Each week on Commedia dell'Cinema, hosts Emily Walborn and Jordan Wold take you behind the scenes of a different big screen comedy classic. They'll dig into each film's impact on audiences and comedic filmmaking while exploring the comedic theories behind making these movies so dang funny!
Premiering December 29th!