Ep 398: Graphic Novelist Daniel Clowes & Director Craig Johnson with Cameos by Woody Harrelson & Laura Dern

Wilson” director Craig Johnson & graphic novelist Daniel Clowes join in first segment. Then in the second segment, I’m joined by the author Todd Berliner whose book, Hollywood Aesthetic: Please in American Cinema is now available.

Wilson” director Craig Johnson & graphic novelist Daniel Clowes join in first segment. Then in the second segment, I’m joined by the author Todd Berliner whose book, Hollywood Aesthetic: Please in American Cinema is now available.

The first segment of this episode focuses on “Wilson“, a new indie comedy adapted from the graphic novel of the same name. Both director Craig Johnson (“The Skeleton Twins”) and the graphic novelist & film’s screenwriter Daniel Clowes appear on the podcast. Included on this episode are also some clips from the film’s press junket with both Woody Harrelson and Laura Dern. Wilson is being distributed by Fox Searchlight and premieres theatrically on Friday, March 24th nationwide. The film also stars Judy Greer, Isabella Amara & Margo Martindale in supporting roles.

Woody Harrelson & Laura Dern in NYC

Then in the second segment, we’re joined by the author Todd Berliner whose book, “Hollywood Aesthetic: Please in American Cinema“, published by Oxford University Press.

Todd Berliner & Lynne Sachs in Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn

Music on this episode is by the inventor of rock ‘n’ roll music, the recently deceased Chuck Berry; with additional music by Jon Brion.