Once upon a time two childhood neighbors made movies together in the backyard until one of them had to move away. Twenty years later, they are shocked to discover that they share a queer identity and a need for a roommate as they pursue their movie-making dreams in Los Angeles. What's that? You're not shocked that two gay people left home for Hollywood? Well, WE are and WE have a lot to catch up on when it comes to movies and our lives. We'd love for you to join us, even if you think we're a cliche because, hey, that's entertainment and this is Queer Cinema Catchup!
Send in your thoughts and suggestions to queercinemacatchup@gmail.com and visit us at https://www.queercinemacatchup.com/.
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Once upon a time two childhood neighbors made movies together in the backyard until one of them had to move away. Twenty years later, they are shocked to discover that they share a queer identity and a need for a roommate as they pursue their movie-making dreams in Los Angeles. What's that? You're not shocked that two gay people left home for Hollywood? Well, WE are and WE have a lot to catch up on when it comes to movies and our lives. We'd love for you to join us, even if you think we're a cliche because, hey, that's entertainment and this is Queer Cinema Catchup!
Send in your thoughts and suggestions to queercinemacatchup@gmail.com and visit us at https://www.queercinemacatchup.com/.
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In this episode of Queer Cinema Catchup, Joe and Allison discuss their experience at Slamdance 2025 in Los Angeles and then specifically dive into the documentary, "The Hole Story," which details the events, mythology, and search for truth surrounding a mysterious hole that appeared on Mount Shasta in California. You can find the podcast's first ever interview with The Hole Story's director Elijah Sullivan, and listen as he shares insights on documentary-making, as well as the complexities of capturing Mount Shasta's unique cultural landscape.
00:00 Introduction and Slamdance 2025 Experience
00:53 The Big Johnson Documentary
06:07 Confessions of Chin-Chin
07:23 The Hole Story: Part One
12:01 The Hole Story: Part Two
20:53 The Hole Story: Part Three
30:21 Conspiracy Theories and Skepticism
31:27 Interview with Elijah Sullivan
31:52 Elijah's Filmmaking Journey
01:03:59 Future Projects and Reflections
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