391 - 100K Subscribers, The Legacy of James Earl Jones, Disney's Live-Action Remakes, The Influence of Bots and Social Media and Shaping Cultural Narratives in the Entertainment Industry | Indie Talk

The MAKE IT Podcast

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In this episode, Chris and Nick talk about the upcoming Nashville Film Festival, the recent Sundance Film Festival host city announcement, and the Make It Podcast reaching a major milestone of 100,000 subscribers on YouTube.

They also discuss the legacy of the late James Earl Jones, analyze box office trends, and dive into audience reception of Disney live-action remakes.

We also talk about:

• The potential impact of Sundance moving to different host cities and how it could have affected the Nashville film scene

• The collaborative nature of filmmaking and the potential consequences of halting projects due to allegations against individuals

• The complexities of separating the art from the artist and the nuances of enjoying the work of controversial figures

• The role of bots and social media in shaping public perception and outrage around these issues

• The challenges American audiences face in embracing international sports and the cultural differences that contribute to this

• Audience perceptions of Disney's live-action remakes

• The cultural impact and rise of musician Bad Bunny

• Recommendations for Adam Sandler's family-friendly film offerings

Enjoy!

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