DAVE GREEN’S Life at the Movies (COYOTE VS ACME)
Summary
Director Dave Green joins the American Cinematheque Podcast to program his dream film festival, celebrating his new release, Coyote vs. Acme. He selects Jurassic Park, Ghostbusters, and Zodiac based on childhood fears and thriller inspirations, while discussing the film’s unique blend of animation and live-action. Green also shares wild screening memories, including a chaotic Twister premiere where audiences climbed the walls.
Topics discussed
Movie theater etiquette: seating and popcorn habits
Childhood cinema memories and favorite theaters
Jurassic Park impact and the Dave Green Film Festival
The production journey of Coyote vs. Acme
Legal thriller influences on the film's script
Voice acting and animating Wile E. Coyote
Programming Ghostbusters and Beep Beep as a double feature
Zodiac and M selected for the midnight movie slot
Audience award winner: Twister and wild premiere stories
Dream screening: Reuniting classic animation legends
Puppetry techniques and the surprise acquisition by A24
The influence of Beetlejuice on the filmmakers
Secret screening choice: The 400 Blows
Final festival lineup and Coyote vs. Acme premiere details
Podcast credits and closing remarks
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