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Filmmaker’s Compass Podcast
Filmmaker’s Compass Podcast
Author: D-Man and C.P.
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This podcast is dedicated to discussing movies, industry news, filmmaking, and telling stories. So tune in, comment, and join the community. Or more simply…if you love movies then this is the podcast for you! Hosted by D-man and C.P.
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Happy November! Glad to be back with a new episode of the show where CP outlines what didn’t work for him about the Star Wars Prequel Trilogy and then we list our top 3 theme park rides based on movies. Thanks for listening and enjoy the show!
Movie Remake Time! returns and continuing with the still lively discussion around Batman we are taking a look at the campier side of things with Batman Forever vs Batman & Robin. It’s Joel Schumacher’s vision as he unleashes Val Kilmer vs George Clooney and introduces Robin and Batgirl to the big screen. From the zany villains, bright color palette, and cool toys we ask the question….who did it better!?
It’s that time of year! Christmas time is here and we have some fun on the podcast talking Christmas movies and reliving some good holiday memories. Thanks for tuning in and we hope you all have a very Merry Christmas and happy holidays!!
Welcome to another holiday episode of FCP! This week we are discussing the 1987 Thanksgiving classic movie Planes, Trains, and Automobiles by John Hughes starring Steve Martin and John Candy. We also discuss which characters we would like to have Thanksgiving with and explore the box office for the remainder of the year. We hope you enjoy the podcast, have an incredible holiday, and thanks for listening. Happy Thanksgiving!!
Happy Halloween! On this week's episode, we're talking about one of our favorite holidays. What are the Halloween must watch films? What are some of our Halloween memories from the Midwest? We share some Horror movie myths and misconceptions. And we end the episode with a Horror Movie Tournament - we put the Antagonists of our favorite Horror movies in a bracket to determine who would be the final villian standing! Hope you enjoy the show and have a great holiday. Thanks for listening!
It’s podcast time! This week we are diving into Disney’s new blockbuster release Tron: Ares. We explore what worked and what didn’t, how it meshes with the rest of the Tron franchise, and rank out the live action movies. Be sure to continue the conversation and thanks for listening!
This week on the podcast, D-Man and CP discuss the lost Comedy film. Why haven’t we seen many new comedy classics since COVID? Why do comedy sequels usually fall short? We discuss Lethal Weapon, Happy Gilmore 2 on Netflix, and list the top comedy sequels we would actually like to see. Be sure to continue the conversations and thanks for listening to the show!
That's right, the original summer blockbuster Jaws has returned to the movie theater's for its 50th Anniversary. Obviously the guys have to talk about it. We welcome a special guest, director and filmmaker Kaitlin Moose to talk all things Jaws. We talk stories behind the film. Watching in remastered for the Anniversary release. The Jaws attraction on the Universal Studio backlot. As well as a visit to the original filming locations in Martha's Vineyard. Hope you enjoy the episode and thanks for listening!
This week, D-Man and CP break down the 2025 Summer box office in detail. They explore all the summer box off surprises from the super hero movie line up of Superman and The Fantastic Four, to the surprise movie hits, some of the big misses, and all the unexpectedness along the way. Be sure to send comments and continue the conversation! Thanks for tuning in :)
On this week's episode of the podcast, we discuss the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie (1990) - the original one - returning to theaters for the film's 35th anniversary. What was it like seeing the original Turtles movie on the big screen? We talk about the upcoming theatrical release of Jaws to celebrate the 50th, and how exciting it is that AMC, and theaters in general, are turning things around. Be sure to continue the conversations and thanks for tuning in!
On this week's episode, we discuss the newest entry in Marvel's Cinematic Universe, The Fantastic Four: First Steps. D-Man and CP give their takes on what worked and what didn’t. They compare this film to previous Fantastic Four films, as well as discuss the overall future of the MCU and DCU.
We return to talk about CP’s experience at Comic-Con 2025 in San Diego. What did he see? What is he looking forward to? What were some of his favorite Cosplays? We break down the new Dino Jurassic World Rebirth (2025). What did we like? What did we hate? What directions do we wish Universal would take the Jurassic Park Franchise? Let us know your thoughts!
We’re back! That's right, after a brief hiatus, D-Man and CP are back to talk about movies! What is the first one - James Gunn's Superman (2025). CP has lots and lots of opinions about this one. What was the good? What was the bad? What was the ugly? And what do the guys think about the future of the DCU moving forward?
On this episode of the podcast, we invite a special guest and conservation Biologist to discuss Primates (specifically Gorillas) and their portrayal on film. What are the facts, and what is media-created fiction? More importantly, what can you do to save the Great Apes in preparation for International Gorilla Day (September 24th).
Since we have arrived at the end of summer we decided to discuss one of our all time favorite summer classics…The Sandlot! And with that discussion about summer movies and baseball. Be sure to continue the conversation and enjoy the show!
In anticipation of season 2 of Rings of Power CP and Dman welcome a guest to discuss what worked and what didn’t in season 1 and what we are looking forward to most in season 2. Please welcome Sean Gaston to the show and his passion for LOTR. As always, thanks for listening and enjoy the show!
Better later than never. It’s finally time that Dman and CP discuss Deadpool and Wolverine! So much to break down and so much fun. Hope you enjoy the show.
This week we discuss all of the announcements from Disney’s D23 convention as well as a few outside announcements.
Christian and Dustin attend Comic Con in San Diego and share their thoughts on the news and announcements as well as discuss their experience.
This week Christian, Dustin, and Steph attend a 24 hour Star Wars marathon! All 9 Skywalker saga films: the prequels, original trilogy, and Disney sequel trilogy all in one sitting. Regal at the Irvine Spectrum hosts a spectacular experience and describe how the night went and what we love about Star Wars. If you have questions be sure to ask. Thanks for listening and enjoy the show!





















