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Our special guest, documentary filmmaker Ginger Gentile, joins us to chat all about how she got started in the industry and why she chose the documentary route as a filmmaker, how she approaches her subjects in her films, and the strategies she uses to get them to open up about uncomfortable situations. We then dive deep into her two documentaries; "Erasing Family", which follows young adults fighting to reunite with their broken families, and reveals through the eyes of 23-year-old Ashlynn, 12-year-old Lauren and 28-year-old Brian, the consequences on mental health caused by profiteering high-conflict divorce court settlements. "Exclusion U" which looks at the real scandal in higher education: How Ivy League Universities hoard billions while refusing to expand enrollments.

Our special guest, from the new Apple TV Plus series "Platonic" is actress Sophie Leonard, who join us to chat all about how she got started in the industry, what it's like working with Rose Byrne and Seth Rogan and the sweet thing Rose did when she first came on set. She also dives deep into what it was like being the "big sister" to her fellow child actors on set, and the pluses and minuses of working as a child actor. She then talks about her love for "Lost", what actors she'd like to work with in the future, her plans for moving behind the camera, and more! 

Our special guest, from the hit Disney Plus series "The Crossover", is actress Sabrina Revelle, who join us to chat all about how she got started in the industry, what it's like starring in her first lead role in the series, "The Crossover", her love for comedy, the advice she has for those who are chasing their dreams, the importance of diversity and representation in film & television, the sometimes misguided strategies from the studios when attempting to market series or films featuring a cast of people of color, the steps she takes to preserve her happiness and mental health, and more! She also shares a great story about how she once lied about her experience level when applying for acceptance into a prestigious school for the performing arts, and how it played out!

On this episode of ITCAF we're talking all about the recent rape conviction of former "That 70's Show" star Danny Masterson, the latest from the lawsuit of Disney vs Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, the huge box office success for Disney's live-action "The Little Mermaid", HBO's record breaking numbers for the series finale of "Succession", Paramount Pictures' first official trailer for "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem", the return of Dwayne Johnson's "Luke Hobbs" to the "Fast and Furious" franchise, the fast box office start for Sony's "Spider-Man; Across The Spider-Verse", Lionsgate's rumored plans for "John Wick 5", and more! Our guest this week, from the hit series, "The Crossover", is actress Sabrina Revelle! Plus, our "Top 5 ___________"!. segment; this week it's Top 5 "Favorite Hollywood Couples", and of course we have our box office results, and th

Our special guests, from the hit series "9-1-1 Lonestar" and Disney Plus' "Peter Pan & Wendy" are Kelsey & Skyler Yates, who join us to chat all about how they got started in the industry, what it's like being twins and why they enjoy working together on projects, the differences between working on television and film, and their time working on indie film projects and what they learned from it. We also chat all about the girls working on "Peter Pan & Wendy" including a behind the scenes story about the elaborate sets and what it was like working with Jude Law. We also dive deep into their roles on "9-1-1 Lonestar" and how much they love working with their TV mom, Gina Torres. They also share what they enjoy doing when they're not acting, the truth about twin bonds, and their plans for the future including starting their own production company, writing, directing, and more! 

Our special guest, from the hit series, "Attack on Titan", is actor Robert McCollum, who joins us to chat all about the world of anime, including the divide between the "subs" and the "dubs", how the growth of anime conventions has become a career within itself, the inside scoop on how directors intentionally keep storylines hidden from the cast to ensure authentic timeline performances, how he and other voice actors benefitted from the Covid-19 shutdown, and more! He also shares his thoughts on the ongoing WGA strike and his concerns on A.I. and how the use of it may affect his career. And, we even talk some hockey!

On this episode of ITCAF we're delving deep into the WGA's ongoing strike, SAG/AFTRA's approval for a vote on an authorization to strike, the DGA's early talks with the AMPTP, and what it all means for everyone from the big studios to small indie production companies, and everyone in-between! Our guest this week, from the hit series, "Attack on Titan", is actor Robert McCollum! Plus, our "Top 5 ___________"!. segment; this week it's Top 5 "Best Actors/Actresses Cast Against Known For Type Roles", and of course we have our box office results, and the IMDbPro Starmeter toppers! Website: https://crazyantmedia.com Merchandise: https://crazyantmedia.com/crazy-ant-merchandise Our film, Deadlines: https://crazyantmedia.com/deadlines Podcasts: ITCAFpodcast: Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/itcafpodcast/id1644145531 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1tf6L0e7vO9xnVtWaip67s?si=tYPrIVr_R36qpYns4qeZ8g Everything’s Okay Podcast: Apple Podcast: http

Our special guest, from the hit series, "Grey's Anatomy", is actor Will Martinez, who joins us to chat all about how he got started in the industry, the excitement of being cast as the lead in a film while still in high school and then the disappointment he felt when the film did come out right away. He also talks about the importance of knowing how to act on a set, learning everything you can while on set, and treating people with respect. He then shares his thoughts on making the decision to step away from acting and focus on living his life for bit before jumping back in and landing roles on "Law & Order: Organized Crime" and "Grey's Anatomy". We also dive deep into how he maintains his mental health and the awesome support he has from his family.

On this episode of ITCAF we're talking all about the latest on the WGA's strike, the DGA's upcoming contract negotiations, Disney's plans to merge Disney Plus and Hulu into one streaming service, Warner Bros. Pictures' confirmation and release date date for "Beetlejuice 2", CBS' odd week of renewals, cancellations, and new show announcements, Universal Pictures' epic new trailer for its upcoming film, "Oppenheimer", the long awaited return date for Starz's hit series, "Heels", the debut of "Air" on Amazon Prime, the production shutdown of Netflix's "Stranger Things", the first trailer for Apple TV's upcoming series, "The Crowded Room", and more. Our guest this week, from the hit series, "Grey's Anatomy", is actor Will Martinez! Plus, our "Top 5 ___________"!. segment; this week it's Top 5 "Least Favorite MCU Films", and of course we have our box office results, and the IMDb

Our special guest, from the new movie, "Renfield", is actor James Moses Black, who returns to the show for his third time! He joins us to chat all what he's been up to since we last talked including how he spent his time during the Covid-19 shutdown. We also talk about his thoughts on the changes in the industry and his desire to do more comedic roles. We then dive deep into how he maintains his mental health in not just the day-to-day grind of the industry but indeed everyday life itself. And of course, we talk all about his role in the new film "Renfield" including what it was like working with Nicolas Cage, Nicholas Hoult, and Awkwafina, and shares some great behind the scenes stories from the set!

On this episode of ITCAF we're talking all about the latest on the WGA's strike, recent news from Marvel Studios, Fox's surprise cancellation of its hit series "9-1-1", Warner Bros. Discovery's financial woes, Paramount's announcement of the official end of "Yellowstone", Universal's continued record-breaking box office run for "The Super Mario Bros. Movie", Jason Reitman's new deal with Sony Pictures, Apple's early renewal for the hit series "The Morning Show, and more. Our guest this week, from the movie, "Renfield", is actor James Moses Black! Plus, our "Top 5 ___________"!. segment; this week it's Top 5 Actors/Actresses We'd Like To See Play A Villain, and of course we have our box office results, and the IMDbPro Starmeter toppers! Website: https://crazyantmedia.com Merchandise: https://crazyantmedia.com/crazy-ant-merchandise Our film, Deadlines: https://crazyantmedia.com/deadlines Podcasts: ITCAFpodcast: Apple

Our special guest, from the hit movie, "Cocaine Bear", is actress Kahyun Kim, who joins us to chat all about how she got started in the industry, including making the jump from South Korea to the United States and auditioning and being accepted into Juilliard's Drama School. We also dive deep into the honest advice she was given by her mother about chasing her dreams and choosing a career, her process of staying mentally healthy in the industry, how she learned to enjoy life and not always take things so seriously, and more!! She tells us all about her role in "Cocaine Bear", the audition process for getting the role, and why she thinks the film has been such a huge hit with audiences. She also shares the hilarious story behind her red carpet outfit for the premiere of "Cocaine Bear"!

On this episode of ITCAF we're talking all about the WGA's impending strike, Disney's lawsuit against Florida Governor Ron Desantis, and absolutely everything from CinemaCon 2023 including trailers, extended footage, posters, images, logos, release dates, confirmations, and more. Our guest this week, from the hit movie, "Cocaine Bear", is actress Kahyun Kim! Plus, our "Top 5 ___________"!. segment; this week it's Top 5 Actors/Actresses Who Play Great Villains, and of course we have our box office results, and the IMDbPro Starmeter toppers! Website: https://crazyantmedia.com Merchandise: https://crazyantmedia.com/crazy-ant-merchandise Our film, Deadlines: https://crazyantmedia.com/deadlines Podcasts: ITCAFpodcast: Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/itcafpodcast/id1644145531 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1tf6L0e7vO9xnVtWaip67s?si=tYPrIVr_R36qpYns4qeZ8g Everything’s Okay Podcast: Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/everythings-okay/

Our special guest, from the new Netflix series, "Florida Man", is actress Lauren Buglioli, who joins us to chat all about how she got started in the industry, including how she began her acting career in London despite being born in Los Angeles. We also dive deep into transition back to the states and her decision to not choose between the stage or film & television, but instead just doing what feels right, the importance of knowing that the path to success is not linear, recognizing that your self worth is not attached to what you do, and more!! And of course she also tells us all about her role on "Florida Man" and shares a great embarrassing moment story!

Our special guest, from the hit series, "Fire Country", is actress Katrina Reynolds, who joins us to chat all about how she got started in the industry, her love for theater and the differences between acting for stage and film, her late transition to film and television after relocating to Vancouver, her process for preparing for a role including journaling as the character, her group coaching program for new actors called “Breaking Down the Biz”, the positive and negative sides of social media and the importance of not comparing yourself to others, her thoughts on Hallmark’s shift toward more diversity in their films, and more!! And of course she also tells us all about what it’s like working on the set of “Fire Country” and gives us the inside scoop on the phenomenal cast. She might even drop some huge news about Cookie’s return!!

Our special guest, from the film, "The Old Way", is actress Kerry Knuppe, who joins us to chat all about how she got started in the industry including what it was like growing up in South Dakota on a reservation and her transition to the big city Denver Colorado, the first moment she knew she wanted to be an actor, how she uses her fascination of people and a unique intellectual approach to bringing a character to life, her practice of Sensory to help prepare both her mind and body for intense roles, and more. She also tells us all about how she landed her role in "The Old Way" and shares a fun story about her scene with Nicolas Cage and how he was to work with on set!

Our special guest, from the hit HBO series, "The Last of Us", is actress Gina Louise Phillips, who joins us to chat all about how she got started in the industry including how she made the transition from broadcast journalism to acting, the differences between working on big budget sets and indie sets, the learned lesson of knowing when and when not to speak up and give your opinion on set, the importance of balancing your career with personal life, understanding that there is no set path to success, and more. She also tells us all about how she landed her role on "The Last of Us" and shares a great story about what Pedro Pascal is really like on set with the cast and crew!

On this episode of ITCAF we're talking all about the WGA's controversial proposal to allow AI to write scripts, Disney's surprise firing of longtime Marvel Studios' executive Victoria Alonso, the continued less than stellar box office performance of Warner Bros. Pictures' "Shazam: Fury of the Gods", Paramount Pictures' planned remake of the classic film "Vertigo", the release date for Jordan Peele's next film from Universal Pictures, the huge box office start for Lionsgate's "John Wick: Chapter 4", Amazon's marketing plan for its new film "Air", the return of the "Mighty Morphin' Power Rangers" on Netflix, Apple's plan to spend $1 billion a year on films to play exclusively in theaters, and more. Our guest this week, from the hit HBO series, "The Last of Us", is actress Gina Louise Phillips! Plus, our "Top 5 ___________"!. segment; this week it's Top 5 Saddest Moments/Scenes on TV, and of cour

Our special guest, from the new film, "Devil's Peak", is producer and actor Griff Furst, who joins us to chat all about what it was like growing up in the industry, the advantages and disadvantages of having a famous father, his thoughts on the current state of the film industry, the differences between producing big budget studio films and smaller independent films, the distribution process of films, and more. He also dives deep into the making of his current film, "Devil's Peak", including the casting process, the relevance of the story in today's society and gives us the inside scoop on what Billy Bob Thornton is really like on set!!

On this episode of ITCAF we're talking all about Disney's debut of the first full trailer for its upcoming live action remake of "The Little Mermaid" and ABC's increased viewership numbers for this year's Oscars telecast, the less than promising start at the box office for Warner Bros. Films' "Shazam: Fury of the Gods", the latest casting announcements for Paramount Pictures' sequel to "Gladiator", the new release date for Universal Pictures' highly anticipated film adaptation of "Wicked", Vanessa Hudgens' return for Sony Pictures' upcoming "Bad Boys for Life", Netflix's surprise exit from Nancy Meyer's next film, the reteaming of Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson for a new Apple TV comedy series, and more. Our guest this week, from the new film, "Devil's Peak", is producer and actor Griff Furst! Plus, our "Top 5 ___________"!. segment; this week it's Top 5 Comic Book and/or Cartoon Characters We Want to See in a Live Action Movie, and of course we have our box office results, and the IMDbPro Starmeter