Open Dialogue Interview: “Scoop” actors Gillian Anderson and Billie Piper chat with EoM Partner Noel T. Manning. Gillian Anderson and Billie Piper join Noel T. Manning II today on Open Dialogue to chat about their roles in the Netflix film “Scoop.” “Scoop” follows the true story of BBC producer Samantha McAlister’s journey into landing the legendary 2019 interview with Prince Andrew about his friendship with Jeffrey Epstein. Piper stars as McAlister and Anderson portrays BBC anchor/reporter Emily Maitlis. Available on Netflix April 5th, 2024. Click the bio link to watch to the entire interview. . . . #Scoop #GillianAnderson #BilliePipper #acting #interview #PhilipMartin #SamMcAlister #PeterMoffat #GeoffBussetil #Netflix #TheLighthouse #VoltageTV #foreignfilm #UnitedKingdom #English #drama #politics #streaming #movies #WGWG #MeetMeattheMovies #NoelTManning #OpenDialogue
Watch: Meet Me at the Movies: Episode 531 – The NCFCA 2023 Winners. On Episode 530 of Meet Me at the Movies, I joined host Noel T. Manning (and then-Vice-President) to discuss the nominees for the NC Film Critics Association (NCFCA) 12th Annual Best in Film Awards. Now, with all the voting done, we get back together to discuss the winners. You can watch the full program here. Click the bio link to watch the full episode. . . . #MeetMeatheMovies #NoelTManning #NCFCA #NCFilmCritics #NCFilmCriticsAssociation #BestinFilm #Filmsof2023 #C19TV #ClevelandCommunityCollege #movies
Watch: Meet Me at the Movies: Episode 530: NCFCA 2023 Nominee Highlights. Each year in December, the members of the North Carolina Film Critics Association (NCFCA) submit the names of the films, performers, and craftspeople that represent what they think is the best in cinema for that year. Now, for the 12th annual awards, the NCFCA has announced their nominees. In this new episode of Meet Me at the Movies, host Noel T. Manning (and Vice-President of the NCFCA) welcomes me (the current president) onto the show to discuss this year’s nominees. Click the bio link to watch the full episode. . . . #MeetMeatheMovies #NoelTManning #NCFCA #NCFilmCritics #NCFilmCriticsAssociation #BestinFilm #Filmsof2023 #C19TV #ClevelandCommunityCollege #movies
Open Dialogue Interview: "Silent Night" actor Joel Kinnaman chats with EoM Partner Noel T. Manning. Today, Joel Kinnaman speaks with Noel T. Manning II about why "Silent Night" was the most challenging, and demanding film of his career, the difficulties in prepping for a film character with no dialogue, and why Noel & Joel should take a road trip together. All that and more on Open Dialogue. Some may argue that films like "Die Hard," "Lethal Weapon," and "The Long Kiss Goodnight" aren’t technically Christmas films, but those who embrace these flicks with a hearty helping of holiday action spirit, there’s another to add to your list … Lionsgate’s "Silent Night:" starring Joel Kinnaman. In theaters December 1st, 2023. Click the bio link to watch the complete interview. . . . #SilentNight #SilentNightMovie #JoelKinnaman #interview #acting #OpenDialogue #MeetMeatheMovies #WGWG #NoelTManning #JohnWoo #RobertArcherLynn #CatalinaSandinoMoreno #HaroldTorres #KidCudi #ScottMescudi #AlexBriseño #Lionsgate #ABetterTomorrowFilms #CapstoneGlobal #CapstoneStudios #ThunderRoad #intheaters #action #drama #thriller #movies
Open Dialogue Interview: "Wish" actor Alan Tudyk chats with EoM Partner Noel T. Manning. Alan Tudyk is the embodiment of a million voices, and today on Open Dialogue Tudyk discusses the genesis of finding the voice of Valentino in the Disney film “Wish.” We also talk roadtrip ideas from “Firefly,” the best woodworking materials, and what makes “Wish” different in Alan’s eyes. In theaters November 22nd, 2023. Click the bio link to watch the complete interview. . . . #Wish #WishMovie #AlanTudyk #interview #acting #OpenDialogue #MeetMeatheMovies #WGWG #NoelTManning #ChrisBuck #FawnVeerasunthorn #JenniferLee #AllisonMoore #ArianaDeBose #ChrisPine #WaltDisneyStudios #animation #drama #comedy #fantasy #musical #animation #intheaters #movies
Meet Me at the Movies: Episode 520. It’s always a pleasure to join Noel T. Manning for a chat about movies via his program Meet Me at the Movies and even more so when the topic is centered on films I’m excited to see in the tail end of 2023. While you might think my list of “must-sees” includes the majors, the films that get my curiosity piqued are a little more genre focused and niche. Come for the opening conversation about Gareth Edward’s “The Creator,” but stay for the reasons why I want to see films like “BLUE GIANT,” “It’s a Wonderful Knife,” “Godzilla Minus One,” and “Cuckoo.” Click the bio link to watch the full episode. . . . #MeetMeatheMovies #NoelTManning #TheCreator #GarethEdwards #BLUEGIANT #ItsaWonderfulKnife #GodzilaMinusOne #Cuckoo #Filmsof2023 #20thCenturyStudios #RLJEFilms #TohoCompany #MUBI #C19TV #ClevelandCommunityCollege #television #intheaters #movies
Open Dialogue Interview: “Elemental” actors Mamoudou Athie and Leah Lewis chat with EoM Partner Noel T. Manning. Mamoudou Athie and Leah Lewis join Open Dialogue to chat about their roles of Wade and Ember in the Disney/Pixar release "Elemental." They share lessons learned from their characters, where they found joy in getting to know each other, and where happiness thrives within this story of taking chances and finding your bliss. In theaters June 16th, 2023. Click the bio link to watch the complete interview. . . . #Elemental #LeahLewis #MamoudouAthie #acting #interview #OpenDialogue #WGWG #MeetMeatheMovies #NoelTManning #PeterSohn #KatLikkel #JohnHoberg #BrendaHsueh #MasonWertheimer #RonniedelCarmen #WendiMcLendonCovey #CatherineOHara #JoePera #ShilaOmmi #Pixar #WaltDisneyPictures #animation #adventure #comedy #romance #drama #family #fantasy #intheaters #movies
Meet Me at the Movies: Review Extra: “Pinball: The Man Who Saved the Game” from EoM partner Noel T. Manning. Did you know that Pinball machines used to be outlawed? I didn’t either, and when I saw the trailer of this lost piece of history, I knew I had to check out this film that took me back to a game of my childhood. On this Meet me at the Movies (extra) we review the film “Pinball: The Man who Saved the Game.” Footage is used by permission for review, educational, commentary and parody purposes. Show hosts are registered members of several film, TV and entertainment organizations and critic groups. In select theaters and on digital March 17th, 2023. Click the bio link to watch the complete review. . . . . #PinballFilm #TheBraggBrothers #AustinBragg #MeredithBragg #MikeFaist #CrystalReed #DennisBoutsikaris #MPIOriginalFilms #VerticalEntertainment #MeetMeattheMovies #WGWG #NoelTManning #intheaters #movies
Watch: Voting for the Oscars: a WNCW Special with EoM partner Noel T. Manning and EoM senior interviewer Thomas Manning. Paul Foster and WNCW 88.7 FM (wncw.org) gets film lovers ready for the 95th Oscars. Paul’s guests are film critics Noel T. Manning II and Thomas Manning of the North Carolina Film Critics and Southeastern Film Critics Associations. The Mannings, father and son, are based in Western North Carolina. On this WNCW Feature, the two explore who they would vote for if they were Academy members. *This segment is provided courtesy of Grassroots Radio – WNCW 88.7 FM. WNCW is a non-commercial public radio station licensed to serve Spindale, North Carolina. Owned by Isothermal Community College, the station broadcasts a varied format including Americana, folk, blues, jazz, Celtic, world, and bluegrass, along with locally produced news and interviews, plus NPR (National Public Radio programming). Click the bio link to watch the entire episode. . . . #WNCW #GrassrootsRadio #IsothermalCommunityCollege #PaulFoster #NoelTManning #ThomasManning #Oscars #Oscars95 #Oscars2023 #Filmsof2022 #NCFilmCritics #movies
Open Dialogue Interview: Actor William Katt chats with EoM partner Noel T. Manning. From the Open Dialogue archives: William Katt says that he’s turned many of life’s detours into highways. He was a prom date to Carrie thanks to Brian De Palma; he almost had a home on Tatooine by way of George Lucas, and Katt rode the wild surf with Gary Busey and Jan-Michael Vincent on a "Big Wednesday;" he even partnered with Butch Cassidy in a few gunfights and was a costumed superhero in search of an instruction manual. Today, Katt speaks with Noel T. Manning II on Open Dialogue about his Hollywood lineage, his work on stage, screen and TV and lessons he’s learned along the way to becoming the "Greatest American Hero." Footage is provided by permission for review, interview and educational purposes. Click the bio link to watch the complete interview. . . . . #WilliamKatt #acting #interview #OpenDialogue #WGWG #MeetMeattheMovies #NoelTManning
Interview: "Armageddon Time" actor Banks Repeta chats with EoM partner Noel T. Manning. Critics Choice nominated Actor Banks Repeta (Best Young Actor, "Armageddon Time") joins Noel T. Manning II on Episode 489 to speak about his journey into filmmaking and starring alongside such talents as Sir Anthony Hopkins, Bill Skarsgård, Anne Hathaway, Jeremy Strong and others. This rising talent is a North Carolina native and has been featured in projects like "The Black Phone," "The Devil all the Time," James Gray's "Armageddon Time" and Stephen King's "The Outsider" and "Lovecraft Country." Available on home video now. #ArmageddonTime #BanksRepeta #JamesGray #acting #interview #opendialogue #NoelTManning #MeetMeattheMovies #FocusFeatures #drama
Interview: "Women Talking" actor Sheila McCarthy chats with EoM partner Noel Thomas Manning. Sheila McCarthy stars in the Sarah Polley ensemble-dialogue-driven film "Women Talking." Listed on many ”Best of Lists for 2022,” this picture offers a thought-provoking story, stellar performances, beautiful cinematography, and it engages the audience with deep questions, and characters at a crossroads. Sheila chats with Noel T. Manning II on Open Dialogue and offers behind the scenes insight into the making of this Miriam Toews adaptation. Click the bio link to watch the complete interview. In select theaters December 23rd, 2022 Expanding January 6th, 2023. Expanding January 27th, 2023. . . . . #WomenTalking #SheilaMcCarthy #acting #interview #SarahPolley #MiriamToews #UnitedArtistsReleasing #MGM #NoelTManning #OpenDialogue #WGWG #MeetMeattheMovies #streaming #adaptation #drama #intheaters #movies
Interview: “Avatar: The Way of Water" actors Jack Champion, Bailey Bass, Trinity Bliss, and Jamie Flatters chat with EoM partner Noel T. Manning. James Cameron offers another visual spectacular for the big screen with the long-awaited "Avatar: The Way of Water." Today on Open Dialogue, Noel T. Manning II speaks with Jack Champion, Bailey Bass, Trinity Bliss and Jamie Flatters about their journey and reflections of bringing this world and its messages to life. Click the bio link to watch the complete interview. In theaters December 16th, 2022. . . . #Avatar #AvatarTheWayofWater #TheWayofWater #JackChampion #BaileyBass #TrinityBliss #JamieFlatters #acting #interview #20thCenturyStudios #NoelTManning #OpenDialogue #WGWG #MeetMeattheMovies #intheaters #action #fantasy #movies
Interview: "BARDO, False Chronicle of a Handful of Truths” actors Daniel Giménez Cacho and Ximena Lamadrid chat with EoM partner Noel T. Manning. "Bardo, False Chronicle of a Handful of Truths" is a creative exploration of finding humanity within sometimes inhumane conditions of the physical and mental states. Today on Open Dialogue our guests are Daniel Giménez Cacho and Ximena Lamadrid. These two offer an inside look into the characters, creation and the story behind this Alejandro González Iñárritu project. Noel T. Manning II is host of Open Dialogue, and footage for this segment is courtesy of Netflix. "BARDO" was released in theaters in Mexico on October 27 and launched in other countries on November 4. The movie will make its Netflix streaming debut on December 16. Click the bio link to watch the complete interview. . . . #BARDO #FalseChronicleofaHandfulofTruths #AlejandroIñárritu #DanielGiménezCacho #XimenaLamadrid #acting #interview #Netflix #foreignfilm #Mexico #Spanish #NoelTManning #OpenDialogue #WGWG #MeetMeatheMovies #movies #streaming #intheaters
Watch: Meet Me at the Movies, Episode 481. ICYMI: On this episode of Meet Me at the Movies, I join hosts Noel T. Manning and Thomas Manning to briefly discuss director Lila Neugebauer’s "Causeway," now streaming on Apple TV+ and starring Jennifer Lawrence and Brian Tyree Henry. This beautiful character-driven drama is a showcase for both actors and absolutely worth your time. Click the bio link to watch the entire episode. . . . #MeetMeatheMovies #NoelTManning #television #movies #AppleTV #AppleTVPlus #Causeway
Filmmaker Interview: "Till" actor Danielle Deadwyler chats with EoM partner Noel T. Manning. Danielle Deadwyler brings to the screen raw and rich authenticity in the Orion Pictures film – “Till” as Mamie Till-Mobley. Today on Open Dialogue Deadwyler opens up about the emotional and intellectual impact this performance continues to have on her life. “Till” is the true story of Mamie Till-Mobley’s unending pursuit of justice for her 14-year-old son, Emmett Till, who was brutally lynched in 1955 while visiting cousins in Mississippi. Open Dialogue is hosted by Noel T. Manning II and footage is used by permission for review, interview and educational purposes. In theaters beginning October 14th, 2022. Click the bio link to watch the complete interview. . . . #Tillmovie #DanielleDeadwyler #acting #adaptation #drama #interview #NoelTManning #MGM #UnitedArtistsReleasing #OrionPictures #MeetMeatheMovies #WGWG #OpenDialogue
Filmmaker Interview: "Fall" actors Grace Caroline Currey and Virginia Gardner chat with EoM partner Noel T. Manning. Grace Caroline Currey and Virginia Gardner are our guests today on Open Dialogue, and they offer us a behind the scenes look at a film that takes action, adventure and thrills to death-defying heights. Loss and rediscovery of self are different for everyone, in the Lionsgate film "Fall" – we meet Becky and Hunter as they dig deep within themselves physically and mentally to avoid a fall that can take away their very lives. Join Noel T. Manning II as he explores the journey of the characters, the talent and the universal life themes from this film. Clips are used by permission from Lionsgate Films for review, interview, and critique purposes. Noel T. Manning is a registered film critic with multiple certified entertainment organizations. "Fall" in theaters August 12th, 2022. Click the bio link to watch the complete interview. . . . #FallMovie #GraceCarolineCurrey #VirginiaGardner #acting #interview #ScottMann #thriller #horror #suspense #CapstoneGlobal #Lionsgate #OpenDialogue #MeetMeattheMovies #WGWG #Cinemascene #streaming #NoelTManning
Watch: Meet Me at the Movies: Episode 471 – Summer Movie Experiences, Vol 2. As promised, since so many films just couldn’t quite make the cut to be discussed in the first volume of Summer Movie Experiences at Meet Me at the Movies, here is volume 2! That’s right, The Cine-Men – Douglas Davidson and Darryl Mansel – return to join Meet Me at the Movies host Noel T. Manning to discuss even more of their favorite films and the memories forever tied to them. Click the bio link to watch or listen to the entire episode. . . . #MeetMeattheMovies #NoelTManning #DarrylMansel #TheCineMen #movies #summermovies #C19TV #television
Filmmaker Interview: “LEGO Star Wars: Summer Vacation” actor Yvette Nicole Brown chats with EoM partner Noel T. Manning. Yvette Nicole Brown is an acting and voice talent with connections to “Community,” the MCU, DC, and the “Star Wars” properties. Today on Open Dialogue, she chats with Noel T. Manning II about Chewbacca, Troy and Abed, and the Russo Brothers. All this, and a dive into the Disney+ special “LEGO Star Wars: Summer Vacation.” Footage and images are used by permission for review, interview, promotional purposes. Available for streaming on Disney+ August 5th, 2022. Click the bio link to watch or listen to the complete interview. . . . #YvetteNicoleBrown #actor #television #DisneyPlus #LEGO #StarWars #interview #OpenDialogue #MeetMeattheMovies #WGWG #Cinemascene #streaming #NoelTManning
Watch: Meet Me at the Movies, Episode 465: Summer Movie Experiences, Vol. 1. Any chance to talk about movies is a good time, but to get invited to join Darryl Mansel and Noel T. Manning for an episode of Meet Me at the Movies to talk summer movie memories, well – that’s just a spot of joy. Not just because talking with these two is always a good time, but because it means taking the time to look back on some of my favorite cinematic experiences. Giving you a heads up now that we have too many to discuss in one episode, so keep an eye out for Volume 2 coming later this summer! Click the bio link to watch or listen to the episode. . . . #MeetMeattheMovies #NoelTManning #DarrylMansel #C19TV #ClevelandCommunityCollege #ClevelandCommunityCollegeBroadcastingProgram #movies #summermovies
Watch: “Wolf Hound” director Michael B. Chait chats with EoM partner Noel T. Manning. Michael B. Chait is the director and producer for the World War II “What If” action-epic-drama “Wolf Hound.” On this episode of Open Dialogue, he shares behind the scenes stories of the making of this film. He offers which actor may have benefitted from Dramamine, why his dad served as a technical advisor, and the challenges of shooting aerial footage and period films – all this and more with host Noel T. Manning II. All footage is used by permission from Lionsgate Films. In select theaters, on VOD, and digital June 3rd, 2022. Available on Blu-ray and DVD July 12th, 2022. Click the bio link to watch the entire conversation. . . . #WolfHound #WolfHoundMovie #MichaelBChait #directing #Lionsgate #action #drama #interview #OpenDialogue #NoelTManning #MeetMeattheMovies #WGWG #C19TV
Open Dialogue: "The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent" composer Mark Isham spoke with EoM partner Noel T. Manning. Nicholas Cage stars as Nick Cage in the crazily undefinable "The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent." Award-winning composer Mark Isham was tasked with bringing atmospheric life through music to this project. He did so by paying homage to composers of the past while also painting an audio landscape to reflect place, characters and story. On this episode of Open Dialogue, he chats about his method of offering the supporting character of music to this Lionsgate film. Click the bio link to watch or listen to the entire interview. In theaters April 22nd, 2022. . . . #MassiveTalent #MarkIsham #composing #composer #Lionsgate #TomGormican #NicolasCage #PedroPascal #interview #comedy #action #OpenDialogue #NoelTManning #WGWG #MeetMeattheMovies
Open Dialogue: “Swimming with Sharks” showrunner Kathleen Robertson and actors Kiernan Shipka & Diane Kruger chat with EoM partner Noel Thomas Manning. On this episode of Open Dialogue, EoM partner Noel Thomas Manning speaks with The Roku Channel series "Swimming with Sharks" showrunner Kathleen Robertson and actors Kiernan Shipka & Diane Kruger about the realities of this entertainment industry and its reflections within the series. "Swimming with Sharks" available on The Roku Channel beginning April 15th, 2022. Click the bio link to watch the entire interview. . . . . #SwimmingwithSharks #KathleenRobertson #KiernanShipka #DianeKruger #TheRokuChannel #drama #thriller #interview #MeetMeattheMovies #OpenDialogue #NoelTManning
Watch: Meet Me at the Movies, Episode 453. Been awhile since I joined Noel T. Manning and Thomas Manning for an episode of Meet Me at the Movies, so the release of Matt Reeves’s "The Batman" seemed like a great reason to return. They offered me space to discuss the film and even surprised me with a few questions (which I think I managed quite well). If you haven’t seen the film yet, it’s in theaters now and is rumored to come to HBO Max around mid-April. The boys also talk about "Kimi" (which I haven’t seen) and Prime Video’s "Reacher" (an excellent limited episode series which I have). Click the bio link to watch the complete episode. . . . . #MeetMeattheMovies #TheBatman #ThePinkCloud #Kimi #Reacher #NoelTManning #ThomasManning #C19TV #ClevelandCommunityCollege #ClevelandCommunityCollegeBroadcastingProgram
Watch: Actor Andrew Garfield chats with EoM partner Noel T. Manning. Andrew Garfield is an award-winning talent of stage, TV and screen – earning honors from the British Academy, the Tonys, the Critics Choice, and the Golden Globes. His versatility ranges from comic book superheroes ("The Amazing Spider-Man") to TV evangelists ("The Eyes of Tammy Faye"), to war heroes ("Hacksaw Ridge"), to writers haunted by their ideas ("tick, tick…BOOM!"). Today, on Meet me at the Movies: Open Dialogue, Andrew chats with Noel T. Manning II about his introspective journey of understanding himself, by connecting with the talent and mind of Jonathan Larson, his character in the Netflix release – "tick, tick…BOOM!." Available for streaming on Netflix November 19th, 2021. Click the bio link to watch the entire interview. . . . . #ticktickboom #ticktickboommovie #AndrewGarfield #acting #LinManuelMiranda #StevenLevenson #JonathanLarson #C19TV #interview #MeetMeattheMovies #musical #comedy #drama #adaptation #streaming #Netflix #NetflixOriginal #NoelTManning #OpenDialogue #WGWG
Open Dialogue: "Being the Ricardos" actor Tony Hale chats with EoM partner Noel Thomas Manning. Tony Hale has long been a fan of Lucille Ball; he believes her comic genius is on par with the legends of cinema. You can find Hale starring in the Aaron Sorkin film "Being the Ricardos" from Amazon Studios. This film takes you behind the scenes into what could have been the making of the historic "I Love Lucy" series. Hale speaks with Noel T. Manning II on Open Dialogue about favorite scenes from the TV show, the scenes he’s happy made the final cut of the film, and what it’s like to work with Aaron Sorkin. In theaters December 10th and on Prime Video December 21st, 2021. Click the bio link to watch the complete interview. . . . . #BeingtheRicardos #TonyHale #drama acting #interview #OpenDialogue #AaronSorkin #AmazonStudios #AmazonPrime #LucilleBall #iLoveLucy #MeetMeattheMovies #WGWG #NoelTManning #streaming #movies
Interview: Director Pablo Larraín chats with EoM partner Noel T. Manning. Pablo Larraín, director of the Neon release "Spencer" joins us on Open Dialogue to share a behind the scenes look into the making of the Kristen Stewart led biopic on Princess Di. Larraín shares his thoughts on similarities with his previous film "Jackie," why Royal Life is appealing to audiences, and what he learned from making this film. Clips are used for interview purposes and are courtesy of Neon pictures. #Spencer #Neon #interview #directing #NoelTManning
Filmmaker Interview: “Old Henry” actor Tim Blake Nelson and writer/director Potsy Ponciroli chat with EoM partner Noel T. Manning. Actor Tim Blake Nelson and writer/director Potsy Ponciroli speak with Noel T. Manning II on Open Dialogue about one of 2021’s best films "Old Henry." Take a look to discover what this film taught Nelson about himself; his love of the western genre, and the one perfect scene according to Ponciroli. "Old Henry" is released by Shout Factory and clips are used by permission for review, evaluation and interview purposes. Click the bio link to watch the entire interview. . . . . #OpenDialogue #TimBlakeNelson #PotsyPonciroli #interview #NoelTManning #ShoutStudios #drama #western
Interview: "The Colony" writer/director Tim Fehlbaum chats with EoM partner Noel T. Manning. Tim Fehlbaum is the writer/director for the Lionsgate/Saban sci-fi/action/drama "The Colony." On this episode of Open Dialogue, Tim shares the unusual journey of making this film in the German Tidelands. Tim also offers interesting connections to the 1981 Wolfgang Petersen classic "Das Boot." Roland Emmerich serves as Executive Producer for "The Colony." Noel T. Manning II is host for Open Dialogue and has been a registered entertainment journalist with national organizations for over two decades. "The Colony" is in select theaters, on VOD, and digital August 27th, 2021. Footage, clips and stills are used for review, interview, entertainment, editorial and educational coverage. Click the bio link to watch the entire conversation. . . . #TheColony #TimFehlbaum #writing #directing #Lionsgate #SabanFilms #streaming #VOD #interview #drama #sciencefiction #MeetMeattheMovies #WGWG #GardnerWebbUniversity #NoelTManning #OpenDialogue
Interview: "The Colony" actor Nora Arnezeder chats with member Noel T. Manning. Nora Arnezeder has worked as an acting talent in many film and episodic series; she’s currently shooting the Paramount+ series "The Offer" based on the making of "The Godfather." Today, on Open Dialogue we dive in deep to the film "The Colony." We also talk about some of her other roles on projects like "Zoo," "Mozart in the Jungle," and Zack Snyder’s "Army of the Dead." "The Colony" is in select theaters, on VOD, and digital August 27th, 2021. Footage, stills and clips are used for editorial, review and interview-related purposes. Host Noel T. Manning II is a long-time entertainment journalist. Click the bio link to watch the entire conversation. . . . #NoraArnezeder #TheColony #TimFehlbaum #Lionsgate #SabanFilms #TheOffer #ArmyoftheDead #Zoo #MozartintheJungle #streaming #VOD #interview #drama #sciencefiction #MeetMeattheMovies #WGWG #GardnerWebbUniversity #NoelTManning #OpenDialogue
Interview: "The Protégé" actor Maggie Q chats with EoM partner Noel T. Manning. Maggie Q has worked on franchises like "Mission: Impossible," "Die Hard," and the "Divergent" trilogy. She’s also played lead roles in "NIkita," "Designated Survivor," and more. On this episode of Open Dialogue, Noel T. Manning II interviews Maggie Q about her work on the Lionsgate film "The Protégé." Footage is used by permission for review, evaluation and interview purposes. Noel has been a long-time entertainment journalist and is registered with numerous critic organizations. Click the bio link to watch the interview conversation. . . . . #TheProtege #MaggieQ #acting #MartinCampbell #RichardWenk #Lionsgate #action #martialarts #thriller #interview #OpenDialogue #MeetMeattheMovies #NoelTManning #WGWG #Cinemascene #GardnerWebbUniversity
Interview: Cinematographer Ian Seabrook chats with EoM partner Noel T. Manning. From working with the likes of Charlize Theron, Christopher Nolan, Zack Snyder, Tom Hanks, Emily Blunt, Tom Cruise, and M. Knight Shyamalan – cinematographer Ian Seabrook has continued to establish a body of work that is as memorable as it is fascinating. His specialty of underwater camera work has established Seabrook as the go-to H20 photo guru. On this episode of Open Dialogue with Noel T. Manning II, Seabrook talks about life in cinema and where the love for the oceans and the worlds beneath it began. Seabrook’s work is available in just some of the following films: "Jungle Cruise," "Old," "Army of the Dead," "Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol," "Insomnia," "Glass,' 'Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice," "Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales," "Deadpool 2," "Finch," and "The Rescue." Footage is used by permission for review, interview, evaluation, editorial and educational purposes. Noel Manning has been a long-time registered entertainment journalist and is a registered member of several entertainment organizations. Click the bio link to watch the entire conversation. . . . #IanSeabrook #cinematography #interview #OpenDialogue #NoelTManning #ArmyoftheDead #BatmanVSuperman #DawnofJustice #Deadpool2 #Finch #Glass #Insomnia #JungleCruise #MissionImpossible #GhostProtocol #PiratesoftheCaribbean #DeadMenTellNoTales #TheRescue
Watch: Actor Melissa George chats with EoM partner Noel T. Manning. Melissa George has worked with the likes of David Lynch and Steven Soderbergh; she’s been on TV series like "Friends," "Alias," and "Grey’s Anatomy." This Australian talent has taken on roles throughout the years that offer opportunities to explore challenges that are versatile and purposeful. Her most recent work can be seen on the Apple TV+ series "The Mosquito Coast." Here on Open Dialogue, Melissa George chats with Noel T. Manning II about the beauty of acting and working with Justin Theroux (again). Click the bio link to watch the entire interview. . . . . #TheMosquitoCoast #MelissaGeorge #acting #GabrielBateman #JustinTheroux #LoganPolish #NeilCross #Television #PaulTheroux #adaptation #AppleTVPlus #drama #streaming #OpenDialogue #MeetMeattheMovies #NoelTManning #WGWG #Cinemascene #GardnerWebbUniversity
Watch: Meet Me at the Movies, The Films of 1996: Part Deux You didn’t think we were finished, did you? There are far too many excellent movies released in 1996 to be discussed in one episode of Meet Me at the Movies, so Noel invited Darryl Mansel and I back to wrap it all up. In this half-episode, I take a break from the more stupid releases of the year (not that much, don’t worry) and identify a few more favorites. As always, it’s a pleasure to join Noel T. Manning on MAM and look forward to doing so again. While you can watch this on its own, I do recommend checking out Part One first. Click the bio link to watch the entire episode. . . . . #MeetMeattheMovies #Filmsof1996 #DarrylMansel #BlackSheep #CableGuy #DownPeriscope #Eraser #JerryMaguire #LastManStanding #MissionImpossible #PrimalFear #SpaceJam #SunsetPark #Swingers #TheCrucible #C19TV #ClevelandCommunityCollege #NoelTManning #movies #moviereviews
Listen: The Cine-Men, Episode 52 – Most Anticipated Movies of the Back-Half of 2021. After looking back on our Top Five Favorite Films of 2021, The Cine-Men look forward to talk about their most anticipated films for the rest of the year. To make things more interesting, we’re joined by Meet Me at the Movies host Noel T. Manning!! The last time he appeared on the show was Episode 26 before the first lockdown. Are we tempting fate by chatting once more? Even more concerning, what do you think of our picks? What are you looking forward to in the next six months of 2021? Click the bio link to listen to the entire episode. . . . . #TheCineMen #DarrylMansel #NoelTManning #podcasting #PoprikaPodcasts #PoprikaReviews #MeetMeatheMovies #movies #Filmsof2021 #BlackWidow #DantesPeak #Gaia #NoSuddenMove #OneCutoftheDead #OneCutoftheDeadHollywoodEdition #PeacebyChocolate #RidersofJustice #TheIceRoad #Eternals #GhostbustersAfterlife #NightmareAlley #GunpowderMilkshake #NoTimeToDie #Respect #SpiderManNoWayHome #TheEyesofTammyFaye #Val
Watch: Meet Me at the Movies, Episode 429: The Films of 1996, Part 1. It’s always fantastic to join Noel T. Manning on Meet Me at the Movies and this time the invitation to chat cinema included Thomas Manning and Darryl Mansel! Who could ask for a better way to spend 30 minutes? Certainly not me. On this episode we look back on 1996 to talk about our favorite films of that year. There are so many we enjoy that we had to finish it up on a later episode coming soon. Click the bio link to watch the complete episode. . . . . #MeetMeattheMovies #Filmsof1996 #DarrylMansel #Fargo #FromDuskTillDawn #IndependenceDay #JoesApartment #Phenomenon #RomeoandJuliet #Scream #StarTrekFirstContact #TheLongKissGoodnight #Twister #C19TV #ClevelandCommunityCollege #NoelTManning #ThomasManning #movies #moviereviews
Filmmaker Conversation: “A Quiet Place Part II” composer Marco Beltrami chats with EoM partner Noel T. Manning. For over two and half decades award-winning composer Marco Beltrami has offered his evolving approach to scoring for feature film, documentary and episodic television. His projects and styles vary; from westerns like “3:10 to Yuma” to docs like “Free Solo” to the superhero genre like “Logan” to war epics like “The Hurt Locker” – Beltrami breathes musical life into each project. Today on Open Dialogue Beltrami shares with Noel T. Manning II his approach to working on “A Quiet Place” and its sequel; he also answers questions relating to screenplays, what he learned from the COVID-19 pandemic, and why sound designers and composers are no longer at odds with one another. Footage, audio and stills are used by permission for review, evaluation and interview purposes. Click the bio link for the complete conversation. . . . . #AQuietPlace #AQuietPlacePartII #MarcoBeltrami #composing #horror #thriller #ParamountPictures #interview #OpenDialogue #MeetMeattheMovies #NoelTManning #WGWG #Cinemascene #GardnerWebbUniversity
Filmmaker Conversation: “The Dry” writer/producer/director Robert Connolly and actor Genevieve O’Reilly chat with EoM partner Noel T. Manning. Today on Open Dialogue, Noel T. Manning II interviews “The Dry” writer, producer, director Robert Connolly and acting talent Genevieve O’Reilly (“Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith”, “Rogue One,” “Tolkien”). Starring Eric Bana and O’Reilly, “The Dry” is a mystery/crime/drama based on the Australian best seller by Jane Harper. This film explores crimes, past and present, secrets and regrets. Through the backdrop of an Australian landscape gone “dry” from drought – audiences are transported into a relationship study where nothing is quite what it seems. IFC films, “The Dry” makes its American debut Friday, May 21st in select theaters and on demand everywhere you rent movies. In select theaters and on VOD May 21st, 2021. Click the bio link to watch the entire conversation. . . . #TheDry #RichardConnolly #GenevieveOReilly #JaneHarper #writing #producing #directing #acting #IFCFilms #drama #adaptation #bookadaptation #VOD #streaming #OpenDialogue #MeetMeattheMovies #NoelTManning #WGWG #Cinemascene #GardnerWebbUniversity
Filmmaker Conversation: "Ted Lasso" actor Jeremy Swift and producer/co-creator Bill Lawrence chat with EoM partner Noel T. Manning. Multi-award-winning series “Ted Lasso” spoke to the hearts and minds of audiences young and old in Season One, available now for Apple TV+ subscribers. With Season Two launching July 23rd, 2021, expect more thought-provoking Lassoisms to join our collective lexicon. Today on Open Dialogue, Noel T. Manning II chats with Jeremy Swift (Higgins) and Bill Lawrence (producer & co-creator) about the amazing impact of this series. *Footage is used by permission for interview and promotional purposes. Click the bio link for the complete conversation. . . . . #TedLasso #JeremySwift #BillLawrence #acting #AppleTVPlus #AppleTV #comedy #drama #television #streaming #OpenDialogue #MeetMeattheMovies #NoelTManning #WGWG #Cinemascene #GardnerWebbUniversity
Filmmaker Conversation: "What Drives Us" editor Dean Gonzalez chats with EoM partner Noel T. Manning. "What Drives Us" is a doc that explores the passion behind touring musicians and some of the vehicles that got them there. From big names like Ringo Starr, U2, AC/DC to under the radar bands like Radkey and Starcrawler, this doc dives deep into the motivation behind the relationships with band members and their audiences. Dean Gonzalez is the editor and key storyteller for this documentary. On this episode of Open Dialogue, Gonzalez offers insight to Noel Manning about the unexpected adventure of putting fuel into this vehicle of music exploration. "What Drives Us" was released on April 30th, 2021 and is available on Amazon Prime Video now. *Footage and images are used by permission for promotional and interview purposes. Click the bio link for the complete conversation. . . . . #WhatDrivesUs #DeanGonzalez #editing #storytelling #documentary #TheCodaCollection #DaveGrohl #AmazonPrimeVideo #streaming #music #MeetMeattheMovies #NoelTManning #WGWG #Cinemascene #GardnerWebbUniversity
Filmmaker Conversation: “The Mauritanian” director Kevin Macdonald chat with EoM partner Noel T. Manning. Kevin Macdonald is a documentarian, a feature filmmaker, and a master storyteller. Known for projects like “The Last King of Scotland,” “State of Play,” and documentaries on Mick Jagger, Bob Marley and Whitney Houston - Macdonald appreciates all aspects of the cinematic arts. Today on Open Dialogue with Noel T. Manning II, he chats about his work as director of Golden Globe winner – “The Mauritanian.” “The Mauritanian” is now available to own on digital, and available on Blu-Ray & DVD on May 11th, 2021. *Footage is used by permission from STX films for interview and promotional purposes. Noel T. Manning II is a longtime registered entertainment journalist of film, TV, music and pop culture. Click the bio link to watch the entire conversation. . . . #TheMauritanian #KevinMacdonald #directing #drama #adaptaton #STXFilms #STXEntertainment #interview #homerelease #homevideo #streaming #truestory #MeetMeattheMovies #NoelTManning #WGWG #Cinemascene #GardnerWebbUniversity
Filmmaker Conversation: “The Trial of the Chicago 7” writer/director Aaron Sorkin and actor Sacha Baron Cohen chat with EoM partner Noel T. Manning. There are certain films that feel as if they were made for a particular time in history. “The Trial of the Chicago 7” is one of those. It is also a film that almost didn’t happen. In 2006, film legend Steven Spielberg was set to direct; he recruited Aaron Sorkin to write the script, and he cast Sacha Baron Cohen as American social activist Abbie Hoffman. However, a writer’s strike put the project on a shelf, and they each moved on to other works. Nearly a decade and a half later the project was resurrected. After watching Sorkin’s directorial debut “Molly’s Game” (2017), Spielberg thought that it was appropriate to bring “Chicago 7” back to life, and suggested that Sorkin serve as writer and director. Sorkin courageously took on the task of recreating the turbulent history of 1968 Chicago on screen, and surrounded himself with some amazing talent in front of and behind the camera. Over the past few months, I’ve been able to engage in virtual roundtable interviews with some of those connected to this film. Today we share selections from interactions with writer/director Aaron Sorkin and actor Sacha Baron Cohen (Abbie Hoffman). Available for streaming on Netflix beginning October 16th, 2020. Click the bio link to read the entire conversation. . . . #TrialoftheChicago7 #AaronSorkin #SachaBaronCohen #directing #writing #acting #drama #Netflix #NetflixOriginal #interview #streaming #truestory #MeetMeattheMovies #NoelTManning #WGWG #Cinemascene #GardnerWebbUniversity
Filmmaker Conversation: “Minari” writer/director Lee Isaac Chung and producer Christina Oh chat with EoM partner Noel T. Manning. During awards season, there are multiple opportunities for filmmakers and journalists to engage in cinematic dialogue. Cast and crew from award’s caliber films are eager to engage in conversation about their films. During the pandemic, many film junkets have transitioned to a virtual model allowing more journalists from around the world to connect with these film artists. Over the past few months, Elements of Madness partners/contributors have shared some of these filmmaker interactions on Q-Bits. Today we talk with "Minari" writer/director Lee Isaac Chung and producer Christina Oh. In select theaters and on VOD now. Available on Blu-ray and DVD May 18th, 2021. Click the bio link to read the brief conversation. . . . #Minari #Minarimovie #LeeIsaacChung #ChristinaOh #writing #directing #producing #A24 #interview #QBits #MeetMeattheMovies #NoelTManning #WGWG #Cinemascene #GardnerWebbUniversity
Filmmaker Conversation: “Them” cinematographer Checco Varese chats with EoM partner Noel T. Manning. Checco Varese has worked in nearly every aspect of cinematography. He’s been a news photo journalist; he’s shot major music videos, he’s worked for NatGeo; he’s worked on indie and feature films (“It: Chapter 2,” “The 33,” “Pacific Rim”) and episodic TV (and streaming). Today he rejoins Noel T. Manning II on Open Dialogue to talk about shooting in a pandemic, the Amazon Original anthology series “Them,” the forthcoming Michael Keaton/Hulu Project “Dopesick” and the power of cinema (no matter the format) to speak truth and ask questions. The first episode of “Them” premiered Friday, April 9th on Amazon Prime Video. *Footage is used by permission for review, evaluation and educational purposes. Manning is a long-time member of several registered critics’ organizations. Click the bio link to watch the complete conversation. . . . #CheccoVarese #Them #cinematography #AmazonPrimeVideo #AmazonStudios #ItChapterTwo #PacificRim #drama #horror #television #The33 #Dopesick #Hulu #streaming #interview #OpenDialogue #MeetMeattheMovies #NoelTManning #WGWG #Cinemascene #GardnerWebbUniversity
Watch: Meet Me at the Movies, The Oscars Special 2021. After being pushed back two months to April, we have finally reached the Oscars for the 2020 – extended 2021 awards season. To explore this, Meet Me at the Movies host Noel T. Manning invited several critics on to discuss a specific category and then share their vote for Best Picture contender. I’ve been very open about my love for "Minari," so that part won’t be a big surprise. What may is my chosen category and what I think should win within it. Forgive the cryptic nature of the previous statement, but you really should watch the episode to see what me and my fellow critics are in favor of. What do you think of my selection? Any thoughts on the rest? Be sure to let me know in the comments below. Click the bio link to watch the complete episode. . . . . #MeetMeatheMovies #AwardsSeason #Oscars #AcademyAwards #Oscars2021 #AcademyofMotionPictureArtsandSciences #AMPAS #C19TV #ClevelandCommunityCollege #NoelTManning #movies #moviereviews
Watch: Meet Me at the Movies, Episode 420 - New Releases and SXSW. It’s been a few months since the last time I could join the Meet Me at the Movies Team and, yet, it never feels like it. The MAM Team is so welcoming, you’d never know I last jointed them in January. For this episode, I join hosts Noel T, Manning and Thomas Manning to discuss a few new releases as well as some stand-out features that screened during the 2021 SXSW Film Festival. Thomas and I only cover a small fraction of what we reviewed during this year’s festival, so make sure to check out our complete coverage to see what you should keep an eye out for. Click the bio link to watch the entire episode or browse the SXSW reviews. . . . #MeetMeatheMovies #NoelTManning #ThomasManning #NobodyMovie #TheCourier #VioletTheFilm #Clerk #TomPetty #SomewhereYouFeelFree #JakobsWife #SXSW #SXSW2021 #documentary #C19TV #ClevelandCommunityCollege #movies #moviereviews
Filmmaker Conversation: The Creative Team of "Nomadland" chats with EoM partner Noel T. Manning. During awards season, there are multiple opportunities for filmmakers and journalists to engage in cinema dialogue. Usually, studios will offer talent connected to films that are being pitched for awards’ consideration. During the pandemic, these events (film junkets) have transitioned to a virtual model allowing more journalists from around the world to connect with film artists. On occasion, we will offer some of these interactions between Elements of Madness partners/contributors and the filmmakers in a new form, Q-Bits. Today we talk with "Nomadland"’s multi-award-winning director/writer Chloé Zhao, producers Peter Spears and Mollye Asher, and cinematographer Joshua James Richards. In select theaters and on Hulu February 19th, 2021. Click the bio link to read the complete brief conversation. . . . . #Nomadland #ChloéZhao #JoshuaJamesRichards #MollyeAsher #PeterSpears #producing #writing #cinematography #directing #drama #Hulu #SearchlightPictures #streaming #interview #adaptation #QBits #MeetMeattheMovies #NoelTManning #WGWG #Cinemascene #GardnerWebbUniversity
Interview: Director Lee Daniels and actor Andra Day chat briefly with EoM partner Noel T. Manning. During awards season, there are multiple opportunities for filmmakers and journalists to engage in cinema dialogue. Studios offer talent connected to films that are being pitched for awards consideration. During the pandemic, these events (film junkets) have transitioned to a virtual model allowing more journalists from around the world to connect with film artists. On occasion, we will offer some of these interactions between Elements of Madness partners/contributors and the filmmakers in a new form, Q-Bits. Today we talk with Lee Daniels (director) and Andra Day (lead acting talent) for The Hulu film "The United States vs. Billie Holiday." Available for streaming on Hulu February 26th, 2021. Click the bio link to read the entire brief conversation. . . . . #USvsBillieHoliday #TheUnitedStatesvsBillieHoliday #LeeDaniels #AndraDay #BillieHoliday #StrangeFruit #directing #acting #music #Hulu #biography #historicaldrama #truestory #adaptation #JohannHari #SuzanLoriParks #interview #streaming #drama #truestory #QBits #MeetMeattheMovies #NoelTManning #WGWG #Cinemascene #GardnerWebbUniversity
Filmmaker Conversation: Actor Beth Grant chats with EoM partner Noel T. Manning. Character actress Beth Grant has appeared in dozens of film and television shows throughout the years. She visits with Noel T. Manning II on Open Dialogue (courtesy of Meet Me at the Movies) to talk about her career; engage in some fun and even sing the State Anthem of North Carolina. Featured on several Oscar-winning films, Beth shares her secret of acting and what she truly loves about cinema. She also shares her understanding of ‘Cage Rage’ with Nick Cage. Click the bio link to watch or listen to the entire conversation. . . . . #BethGrant #WillysWonderland #DonnieDarko #WordsonBathroomWalls #action #comedy #horror #supernatural #acting #interview #OpenDialogue #MeetMeattheMovies #NoelTManning #WGWG #Cinemascene #GardnerWebbUniversity
Filmmaker Conversation: "Mank director David Fincher and actor Gary Oldman answer questions from EoM partner Noel T. Manning. During awards season, there are multiple opportunities for filmmakers and journalists to engage in cinema dialogue. Usually, studios will offer talent connected to films who are being pitched for awards’ consideration. During the pandemic, these events (film junkets) have transitioned to a virtual model allowing more journalists from around the world to connect with film artists. On occasion, we will offer some of these interactions between Elements of Madness partners/contributors and the filmmakers in a new form, Q-Bits. Today we talk about the very personal story of creating the Netflix film "Mank" with co-writer/director David Fincher and lead actor Gary Oldman. Click the bio link to read the brief interview. . . . . #Mank #DavidFincher #GaryOldman #directing #acting #drama #Netflix #NetflixOriginal #interview #streaming #drama #truestory #QBits #MeetMeattheMovies #NoelTManning #WGWG #Cinemascene #GardnerWebbUniversity
Watch: “The Trial of the Chicago 7” cinematographer Phedon Papamichael chats with EoM partner Noel T. Manning. Phedon Papamichael is a master cinematographer working with the likes of James Mangold, Alexander Payne, Gore Verbinski, Jon Turteltaub and more. On this episode of Open Dialogue, Papamichael offers an in-depth look into the making of Aaron Sorkin’s "The Trial of the Chicago 7." We discover his favorite scene in this Netflix release and some challenges he faced along the way. Host, Noel T. Manning II also asks Papamichael to share some thoughts about his work with Payne, Mangold, Verbinski and life during the pandemic. Manning previously interviewed Papamichael for his work on "Ford v Ferrari." You can also find engagement with writer/director Aaron Sorkin on Elements of Madness Q-Bits. Click the bio link to watch the entire conversation. Available for streaming on Netflix now. . . . . #TrialOfTheChicago7 #PhedonPapamichael #cinematography #drama #truestory #Netflix #NetflixOriginal #streaming #interview #OpenDialogue #MeetMeattheMovies #NoelTManning #WGWG #Cinemascene #GardnerWebbUniversity
Filmmaker Conversation: Brief Q&A with “The Trial of the Chicago 7” writer/director Aaron Sorkin from EoM partner Noel T. Manning. During awards season, there are multiple opportunities for filmmakers and journalists to engage in cinema dialogue. Usually, studios will offer talent connected to films that are being pitched for awards consideration. During the pandemic, these events (film junkets) have transitioned to a virtual model allowing more journalists from around the world to connect with film artists. On occasion, we will offer some of these interactions between Elements of Madness partners/contributors and the filmmakers in a new form, Q-Bits. Today we talk with writer/director Aaron Sorkin about the Netflix Original film, "The Trial of the Chicago 7." Click the bio link to read the brief Q&A. . . . . #TrialoftheChicago7 #AaronSorkin #directing #drama #Netflix #NetflixOriginal #interview #streaming #drama #truestory #QBits #MeetMeattheMovies #NoelTManning #WGWG #Cinemascene #GardnerWebbUniversity
Open Dialogue: "Little Fish" director Chad Hartigan chats with EoM partner Noel T. Manning. "Little Fish" is a story of love, lost memory, and a global pandemic. Film director Chad Hartigan had no idea when he was shooting this IFC film in March/April 2019, that "Little Fish" would carry such a different weight and relevance today. Today on Open Dialogue with Noel T. Manning II, Chad Hartigan shares his thoughts of bringing this story to the screen. Open Dialogue provides an opportunity for talents of the entertainment industry to talk about their craft, their hopes, and their ongoing journey of arts and entertainment. Noel T. Manning II, host of Open Dialogue, has been an entertainment journalist for over three decades and is a member of several film critics’ organizations. In select theaters and on VOD February 5th, 2021. Click the bio link to watch the entire conversation. . . . . #LittleFish #ChadHartigan #directing #drama #sciencefiction #IFCFilms #interview #OpenDialogue #MeetMeattheMovies #NoelTManning #WGWG #Cinemascene #GardnerWebbUniversity
Filmmaker Conversation: Brief Q&A with "Judas and the Black Messiah" writer/director Shaka King and EoM partner Noel T. Manning. During awards season, there are multiple opportunities for filmmakers and journalists to engage in cinematic dialogue. Usually, studios will offer talent connected to films who are being pitched for awards’ consideration. During the pandemic, these events (film junkets) have transitioned to a virtual model allowing more journalists from around the world to connect with film artists. On occasion, we will offer some of these interactions between Elements of Madness partners/contributors and the filmmakers in a new form, Q-Bits. Today, Noel T. Manning II talks with Shaka King, director and screenwriter of "Judas and the Black Messiah." Click the bio link to read the brief Q&A. . . . . #JudasandtheBlackMessiah #ShakaKing #interview #writing #directing #WarnerBrosPictures #WBPictures #HBOMax #streaming #drama #truestory #QBits #MeetMeattheMovies #NoelTManning #WGWG #Cinemascene #GardnerWebbUniversity
Filmmaker Conversation: Brief Q&A with "The Midnight Sky" director/actor George Clooney and EoM partner Noel T. Manning. During awards season, there are multiple opportunities for filmmakers and journalists to engage in cinema dialogue. Usually, studios will offer talent connected to films that are being pitched for awards’ consideration. During the pandemic, these events (film junkets) have transitioned to a virtual model allowing more journalists from around the world to connect with film artists. On occasion, Open Dialogue will offer some of these interactions between Elements of Madness partners/contributors and the filmmakers in a new form, Q-Bits. Today we talk with Oscar-winner George Clooney, director and star of "The Midnight Sky." Click the bio link to read the brief Q&A. . . . . #TheMidnightSky #GeorgeClooney #interview #acting #directing #producing #Netflix #streaming #science #drama #adventure #QBits #MeetMeattheMovies #NoelTManning #WGWG #Cinemascene #GardnerWebbUniversity
Filmmaker Conversation: Director Simon West chats with EoM partner Noel T. Manning. Film director Simon West is no stranger to action/adventure films. From "Con Air," to "Laura Croft: Tomb Raider," to "The Expendables" franchise, to the "Mechanic" – West has always had an appreciation for infusing energy into the cinema. With the film "Skyfire," he brings a disaster flick with heart to the screen that explores family, choices and one mother of a volcano. Today on Open Dialogue with Noel T. Manning II, Simon West talks his love of disaster films, the joy of trying new things and the excitement of working with 17 different nationalities on the dual-language film – "Skyfire." Open Dialogue provides an opportunity for talents of the entertainment industry to talk about their craft, their hopes, and their ongoing journey of arts and entertainment. Noel T. Manning II, host of Open Dialogue, has been an entertainment journalist for over three decades and is a member of several film critics’ organizations. *Footage is used by permission of Meridian Entertainment & Screen Media. Click the bio link to watch the entire conversation. . . . . #SkyfireMovie #SimonWest #directing #disasterfilms #action #adventure #movies #MeridianEntertainment #ScreenMediaFilms #interview #OpenDialogue #MeetMeattheMovies #NoelTManning #WGWG #Cinemascene #GardnerWebbUniversity
Filmmaker Conversation: “Antebellum” directors Bush|Renz chat with EoM partner Noel T. Manning. Filmmakers Gerard Bush and Christopher Renz have worked together for over a decade, and their feature film debut "Antebellum" as writers/directors received praise for genre-bending, creative narrative, social commentary and technical achievements. Today on Open Dialogue with Noel T. Manning II, the two share a behind the scenes look into making this film. They also offer thoughts on the importance of sharing message and meaning through the art of filmmaking. Open Dialogue provides an opportunity for talents of the entertainment industry to talk about their craft, their hopes, and their ongoing journey of arts and entertainment. Noel T. Manning II, host of Open Dialogue, has been an entertainment journalist for over three decades and is a member of several film critics’ organizations. *Footage is used by permission of Lionsgate Films. Click the bio link to watch the entire conversation. . . . . #Antebellum #GerardBush #ChristopherRenz #directing #horror #Lionsgate #interview #OpenDialogue #MeetMeattheMovies #NoelTManning #WGWG #Cinemascene #GardnerWebbUniversity
Filmmaker Conversation: "Rising Phoenix" directors Ian Bonhôte and Peter Ettedgui chat with EoM partner Noel T. Manning. Directors Ian Bonhôte and Peter Ettedgui capture the history, the passions, and the impact associated with the international Paralympics in the Netflix documentary, "Rising Phoenix." This is a film that breathes life through the stories of the athletes themselves using marvelous cinematography, sound design and score by Daniel Pemberton. On this episode of Open Dialogue, the two directors share their "Rising Phoenix" journey and love of filmmaking with Noel T. Manning II. Open Dialogue provides an opportunity for talents of the entertainment industry to talk about their craft, their hopes, and their ongoing adventure of arts and entertainment. Noel T. Manning II, host of Open Dialogue, has been an entertainment journalist for over three decades and is a member of several film critics’ organizations. **This video may contain language that is offensive. *Footage is used by permission from Netflix. Click the bio link to watch the entire conversation. . . . . . #RisingPhoenix #Netflix #documentary #IanBonhôte #PeterEttedgui #DanielPemberton #streaming #NoelTManning #interview #OpenDialogue #MeetMeattheMovies #Cinemascene #GardnerWebbUniversity #WGWG
Filmmaker Conversation: "MLK/FBI" director Sam Pollard chats with EoM partner Noel T. Manning. Award-winning filmmaker Sam Pollard ("4 Little Girls," "Mo’ Better Blues," "Jungle Fever") brings to the screen a documentary exploring the life of Martin Luther King Jr. through a different lens. Using never before seen footage, archival information and lost audio recordings, Pollard explores the humanity of King and the FBI’s deep fascination with this civil rights leader. On this episode of Open Dialogue, Pollard offers Noel T. Manning II a closer look at the making of the Critics Choice Award-winning documentary "MLK/FBI." Open Dialogue provides an opportunity for talents of the entertainment industry to talk about their craft, their hopes, and their ongoing journey of arts and entertainment. Noel T. Manning II, host of Open Dialogue, has been an entertainment journalist for over three decades and is a member of several film critics’ organizations. *Footage is used by permission of IFC Films. Click the bio link to watch the entire conversation. . . . . #MLKFBI #SamPollard #documentary #IFCFilms #politics #NoelTManning #interview #OpenDialogue #MeetMeattheMovies #Cinemascene #GardnerWebbUniversity #WGWG
Watch: Actor Catherine Taber chats with EoM partner Noel T. Manning. Catherine Taber is no stranger to the "Star Wars" and "Walking Dead" universes. Today on Open Dialogue with Noel T. Manning II, Catherine shares her journey into voicing the legendary Padme Amidala for film, TV, video games and audio books. She also chats about the indie Georgia-based apocalyptic film, "Haven’s End." "Haven’s End" is available on DVD and digital beginning November 3rd, 2020. Click the bio link to watch the entire 24 minute conversation. . . . . #CatherineTaber #HavensEnd #StarWars #QueensShadow #acting #voiceacting #audiobooks #action #drama #NoelTManning #interview #OpenDialogue #MeetMeattheMovies #Cinemascene #GardnerWebbUniversity #WGWG
Meet Me at the Movies Quick Take Review: “Greenland” from EoM partner Noel T. Manning. “Greenland” is a family drama disguised as a disaster film. When the clock is ticking on an extinction-level event, a mom and dad (struggling with a failing marriage) must do everything within their power to find safe passage to Greenland; a secure haven for the chosen few. Here on this Quick Take Noel T. Manning II gives his thoughts on where this film ranks alongside other disaster films of the past. Available on VOD beginning December 18th, 2020. Footage is courtesy of STX films and is used by permission. Manning is a longtime entertainment journalist offering content for TV, radio, print and inline audiences. He is a member of several film critics organizations; he’s a film fest founder and an adjunct professor of Communications and New Media. . . . . . #GreenlandMovie #RicRomanWaugh #ChrisSparling #GerardButler #MorenaBaccarin #RogerDaleFloyd #ScottGlenn #STXEntertainment #action #drama #thriller #streaming #VOD #MeetMeattheMovies #QuickTake #NoelTManning
Watch: Writer/producer/actor Sarah Megan Thomas chats with EoM partner Noel T. Manning. World War II films are not that unusual, but "A Call to Spy" is not a typical period war film. Sarah Megan Thomas is the writer, producer and co-star of this film, and she shares why this film was important for her to make on this episode of Open Dialogue. "A Call to Spy" is currently available through numerous home viewing platforms. In select theaters and on VOD beginning October 2nd, 2020. Footage is used by permission from IFC Films. Noel T. Manning II is the host of Open Dialogue; he’s a long-time entertainment journalist and is a member of numerous film critics organizations; he’s the co-founder of the Real to Reel Film Fest, and serves as an adjunct professor of Communications Studies and Education. Click the bio link to watch the complete 7 minute interview. . . . . #ACalltoSpy #SarahMeganThomas #writing #producing #acting #action #drama #historicalfiction #IFCFilms #NoelTManning #interview #OpenDialogue #MeetMeattheMovies #Cinemascene #GardnerWebbUniversity #WGWG
Watch: Actor Rosalind Chao chats with EoM partner Noel T. Manning. Rosalind Chao has been working in the entertainment industry for decades. From stage, to TV, to film, Chao has given her all. With classic TV series and spin-offs connected to "M*A*S*H" and "Star Trek," and films like "The Joy Luck Club," "Freaky Friday" and more – Chao continues to embrace the energy of the Arts. Here on this Meet me at the Movies: Open Dialogue, Chao shares her thoughts about working on the Disney live-action adaptation "Mulan" with Noel T. Manning II. "Mulan" is available on 4K UHD, Blu-ray, DVD, and digital beginning November 10th, 2020. Click the bio link to watch the nearly 6 minute interview. . . . . . #Mulan #RosalindChao #actor #action #drama #martialarts #NoelTManning #interview #OpenDialogue #MeetMeattheMovies #Cinemascene #GardnerWebbUniversity #WGWG
Watch: Actor Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine chats with EoM partner Noel T. Manning. "Farewell Amor" is a family love story that transcends time, place and war. Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine stars as a man trying to connect with his wife and daughter after 17-years apart. On Meet me at the Movies: Open Dialogue, Ntare chats with Noel T. Manning II about his love of story, character and the reason this film should resonate with audiences. In select theaters beginning December 11th, 2020. Footage of "Farewell Amor" is provided for promotional purposes from IFC films. Click the bio link to watch the entire 8 minute interview. . . . . . #NtareGumaMbahoMwine #FarewellAmor #IFCFilms #acting #drama #familydrama #interview #OpenDialogue #NoelTManning #MeetMeattheMovies #Cinemascene #GardnerWebbUniversity #WGWG
Review: "Beasts Clawing at Straws" from EoM partner Noel T. Manning. If you found a duffle bag filled with money, what would you do? That’s the question that drives the Korean film "Beasts Clawing at Straws." The mystery crime-noir thriller is from first time director Kim Yong-hoon. On this Quick Take movie review, Noel T. Manning II answers the question as to what he’d do with the money … and he shares his critique on this flick as well. Available via Kino Marquee October 21st, 2020. Available on VOD December 15th, 2020. *Footage is used by permission for review purposes. Click the bio link to watch the entire Quick Take review. . . . . . #beastsclawingatstraws #KimYonghoon #BaeJinwoong #BaeSungwoo #HeoDongwon #JangEuidon #JeonDoyeon #JinGyeong #JungGaram #JungMansik #JungWoosung #KimJunhan #ParkJihwan #ShinHyunbeen #YunYuhjung #MeetMeattheMovies #QuickTake #NoelTManning #ArtsploitationFilms #crimethriller #thriller #virtualcinema #VOD
Open Dialogue: Writer/Director Chad Faust chats with EoM partner Noel T. Manning. Chad Faust is the writer, director and talent for the film "Girl" starring Bella Thorne, Mickey Rourke and Faust. This action-thriller is a throwback to ’70s revenge flicks. Here on this episode of Meet Me at the Movies: Open Dialogue, Faust shares his filmmaking journey and the road to breathing life into Girl with entertainment journalist Noel T. Manning II. Footage is used by permission and courtesy of Screen Media Films and Pacific Northwest Pictures. Click the bio link to watch or listen to the entire 24 minute interview. . . . . . #Girl #ChaudFaust #BellaThorne #MickeyRourke #interview #OpenDialogue #thriller #NoelTManning #MeetMeattheMovies #Cinemascene #GardnerWebbUniversity #WGWG
Watch: "The Climb" from EoM partner Noel T. Manning. On this Quick Take episode, Noel T. Manning II reviews the Sony Pictures Classic buddy dramady, "The Climb." It’s been said that relationships are messy, and in this film, that is an understatement. "The Climb," opened in select theaters November 13th, 2020. Manning hosts Meet Me at the Movies each week on C19 TV and WGWG. He has been reviewing films for TV, radio, print and online for over three decades. *Footage is used by permission for review and evaluation purposes. . . . #TheClimb #MichaelAngeloCovino #GayleRankin #KyleMarvin #QuickTake #SonyPicturesClassics #MeetMeattheMovies #NoelTManning #comedy #drama
Watch: Former Mayor Woody Culleton and Superintendent Emeritus of Paradise Schools Michelle John chat with EoM partner Noel T. Manning. Ron Howard’s documentary "Rebuilding Paradise" is the story of survival, resilience, and coming together. After a wildfire devastated the town of Paradise, California in 2018, the community had to decide how to move forward. "Rebuilding Paradise" is their story. On this Meet Me at the Movies special, Noel T. Manning II interviews former mayor of Paradise, Woody Culleton and Superintendent Emeritus of Paradise Schools, Michelle John about their memories, challenges and the power of togetherness. "Rebuilding Paradise" is a National Geographic documentary. *Footage is used by permission for review and promotional purposes. Meet Me at the Movies airs each week on C19 TV and WGWG.org. Click the bio link to watch the entire 34 minute interview. . . . . . #RebuildingParadise #WoodyCulleton #MichelleJohn #NationalGeographic #RonHoward #documentary #interview #MeetMeattheMovies #NoelTManning #WGWG #C19TV #Cinemascene #GardnerWebbUniversity
Filmmaker Interview: “All Joking Aside” director Shannon Kohli and actor Raylene Harewood chat with EoM partner Noel T Manning. On Meet Me at the Movies: Episode 404, Noel Manning interviews Shannon Kohli (director) and Raylene Harewood (actress) from the film "All Joking Aside." Meet Me at the Movies airs each week on C19 TV and WGWG. *Footage is used by permission for review purposes. Click the bio link to watch the entire 30-minute interview. . . . . #AllJokingAside #AJAmovie #ShannonKohli #RayleneHarewood #QuiverDistribution #drama #comedy #directing #acting #interview #MeetMeattheMovies #NoelTManning #WGWG #C19TV #Cinemascene #GardnerWebbUniversity
Posted @withregram • @elmntsofmadness Listen: @VinylNationdoc co-directors Kevin Smokler & Christopher Boone chat with EoM partner Noel T. Manning. From California to North Carolina and many grooves in between, filmmakers Kevin Smokler and Christopher Boone take audiences onto a journey into the power of music and resurrection of the classic medium of vinyl records in the doc "Vinyl Nation." On episode 402 of Meet me at the Movies, Smokler and Boone sound off with insights, and offer audible liner notes on the making of this doc. Co-hosts Noel T. Manning II & Jay Phelps spins a few tales of life growing up and working in the music industry where vinyl was king. Meet Me at the Movies airs on C19 TV and WGWG.org. Click the bio link to the listen to the 30-minute episode. . . . . #VinylNation #KevinSmokler #ChristopherBoone #directing #documentary #interview #MeetMeattheMovies #NoelTManning #WGWG #C19TV #Cinemascene #GardnerWebbUniversity
Listen: Director Inna Blokhina chats with EoM partner Noel T. Manning. Inna Blokhina is the director for the documentary "She is the Ocean." Following the stories of cliff divers, shark swimmers, surfers, marine biologists and lovers of the sea, we discover the commonalities humans have with the water. Here, Blokhina speaks with Noel T. Manning II about her passions (and former fears) with the ocean and her journey into bringing this documentary to life. "She is the Ocean" is available now and distributed through @Blue_Fox_Entertainment. Click the bio link to listen to the entire 19 minute interview. . . . . . #InnaBlokhina #SheistheOcean #directing #documentary #interview #nature #ocean #marinelife #BlueFoxEntertainment #MeetMeattheMovies #NoelTManning #WGWG #C19TV #Cinemascene #GardnerWebbUniversity
Listen: @VinylNationdoc co-directors Kevin Smokler & Christopher Boone chat with EoM partner Noel T. Manning. From California to North Carolina and many grooves in between, filmmakers Kevin Smokler and Christopher Boone take audiences onto a journey into the power of music and resurrection of the classic medium of vinyl records in the doc "Vinyl Nation." On episode 402 of Meet me at the Movies, Smokler and Boone sound off with insights, and offer audible liner notes on the making of this doc. Co-hosts Noel T. Manning II & Jay Phelps spins a few tales of life growing up and working in the music industry where vinyl was king. Meet Me at the Movies airs on C19 TV and WGWG.org. Click the bio link to the listen to the 30-minute episode. . . . . #VinylNation #KevinSmokler #ChristopherBoone #directing #documentary #interview #MeetMeattheMovies #NoelTManning #WGWG #C19TV #Cinemascene #GardnerWebbUniversity