The Actor and The Engineer Podcast

Welcome to the 400th episode of The Actor and the Engineer! Paul shares his top four acting performances seen during the podcast's run, discussing the tremendous talent showcased in movies like 'If B…

In this episode we kick off with Paul announcing his new play, 'The Lifespan of a Fact'. Then we have an in-depth analysis of the film ‘Eddington', directed by Ari Aster. We explore various plot poin…

In this episode we delve into the latest DC film, Superman, directed by James Gunn. They discuss their excitement for Gunn's take on the DC Universe, our impressions of the cast and the film's overal…

In this episode we dive into Jean-Luc Godard's influential 1960 film, Breathless. We discuss Godard's journey from critic to filmmaker, the unique production techniques that shaped the film, and the …

Join us as we get into ‘Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning.' We analyze the movie's storyline, character development, and overall execution. We compare it to 'Dead Reckoning' and other Mission I…

Join us as we dive into Marvel's Thunderbolts*. We discuss the depth and complexities of the characters, the overarching themes of mental health and familial bonds, and how the movie stands out in th…

In this episode we delve into Ryan Coogler's new vampire film, Sinners. We explore Coogler's departure from conventional storytelling, discuss the film's allegory on art and commerce, and dissect the…

In this episode we discuss the latest film by Alex Garland, which is co-directed and co-written with retired Navy SEAL Ray Mendoza. The movie recounts real events from Ramadi, Iraq, in 2006. We delve…

Join us for a special episode of Actor and the Engineer where we break down our top 5 films of the year! From directing debuts to unexpected thrillers, and Oscar-worthy performances, we cover it all.

In this episode we discuss our picks for the major Oscar categories such as Adapted Screenplay, Original Screenplay, Supporting Actor, Supporting Actress, Director, Best Actor, Best Actress, and Best…

In this episode we discuss the Iranian film 'Seed of the Sacred Fig.' Recommended by frequent guest Justin Arner, this movie intrigued us with its compelling story,  We delve into the film's producti…

In this episode we delve into an in-depth discussion about Nickel Boys, directed and co-written by RaMell Ross. We explore the film’s narrative style, and the powerful storytelling derived from its p…

In this episode we dive deep into the Bob Dylan biopic, analyzing the film's approach to the music icon's life. We reflect on the unique narrative style, the performances, and the direction by James …

In this episode Paul announces his exciting new role as a director, co-directing a play with Heather Miles. The discussion then ventures into Paul's experiences and the learning curve in directing. T…

In this episode we delve into 'The Outrun,' starring Saoirse Ronan. Paul explains how he stumbled upon the film on IMDb and why he was drawn to it. We discuss the film's portrayal of addiction, highl…

This week we get into the most recent Palme 'dOr winner, Anora. We discuss unexpected elements in the movie, and analyze its powerful performances and distinct storytelling. The conversation explores…

In this episode we discuss Ralph Fiennes' portrayal of a Cardinal involved in selecting the next Pope, and look at themes of faith, politics, and human flaws within the Catholic Church. We also explo…