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Feature: The ‘Frat Pack’ comedies of the early 2000s

October 09, 2026

The topic: In his new book, Funny Business: The Old-School Wedding Crashers and Knocked-Up Virgins Who Changed Comedy Forever, film critic and author Matt Singer discusses the comedy boom of the early aughts, the “Frat Pack” that dominated the era, and the lessons contemporary studios can take from their success.  Event info: Matt Singer will be at Vroman’s Bookstore in Pasadena on Sunday, Oct. 11 at 2pm talking about his book with Tim Grierson. You can find more info a...

FilmWeek: ‘The Social Reckoning,’ ‘Musk,’ Tenzing’ and more!

October 09, 2026

The topic: FilmWeek critics Katie Walsh and Claudia Puig join host Larry Mantle to discuss the biggest releases of the week, including screenwriter Aaron Sorkin’s follow-up to The Social Network, The Social Reckoning of which Sorkin also directs. And they’ll review this year’s Palm d’Or winner at Cannes, Fjord, about a Romanian family in Norway fighting allegations of child abuse.    The films:   The Social Reckoning, Wide Release  Musk, AMC Bu...

Feature: Richard Linklater on Nouvelle Vague and its Criterion release

October 02, 2026

The topic:  Richard Linklater’s 2025 film Nouvelle Vague tries to accurately capture the filming process of one of French New Wave’s most influential films — Jean-Luc Godard’s Breathless (1960). Shot in black and white and almost entirely in French, Linklater transports viewers back to 1959 Paris on  the chaotic and sometimes claustrophobic set. Criterion release: Originally released on Netflix with a limited theatrical run, Nouvelle Vague now sits alongside ...

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What is the email for FilmWeek?

The publicly listed email for FilmWeek: scprdev@scpr.org.

How many listeners does FilmWeek have?

Podseeker estimates FilmWeek reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for FilmWeek?

FilmWeek typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Established film and television actors, filmmakers, film critics, authors, and recognized film experts with relevant professional credits or specialized knowledge. Common among recent guests: Notable film or television credits; Published books about film or cinema; Established film criticism or broadcasting careers. Recent guests include Dave Karger and Barry Shabaka Henley.

How hard is it to get booked on FilmWeek?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does FilmWeek cover?

Recent episodes cover Film, Film Criticism, Filmmaking, Classic Films, and Los Angeles Film. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.