Shattering Superstructure
Alex Arabian, a seasoned journalist, interviews entertainment industry members and explores the value of art for the sake of art through film, TV, music, and theater. Shattering Superstructure veers away from tabloidism, providing a space where guests can think as they wish and say what they think. It is more interested in unbridled freedom of artistic expression than it is the profit-driven aspect of the industry.
Let's break through the superstructure by exploring ideology.
Episodes
Thursday Aug 22, 2024
Thursday Aug 22, 2024
David Dastmalchian dishes on his impressive acting career, "Late Night with the Devil" and the preparation that went into his first leading role, his dream director and actor collaborations, and more!
Saturday Jun 29, 2024
Saturday Jun 29, 2024
Director Josh Margolin and acting legend June Squibb discuss their new film, "Thelma," a unique take on the action dramedy. Josh explains the impetus behind the story, which is partially based on his life experiences, and Squibb describes doing her own stunts at the age of 94.
Tuesday Mar 12, 2024
Tuesday Mar 12, 2024
Rory Culkin discusses his new work, "5lbs of Pressure," reflects on his career, recent rolls, and his desire to reunite with M. Night Shyamalan, whether it be a return to the "Signs" universe or a new project.
Thursday Nov 09, 2023
Thursday Nov 09, 2023
Boots Riley joins us to talk all things "I'm a Virgo," "Sorry to Bother You," Oakland, the Genocide of Palestinians in Gaza, leftist politics, and much more!
Friday Sep 01, 2023
Friday Sep 01, 2023
Marc Turtletaub discusses his latest film, "Jules," starring Sir Ben Kingsley. We also talk about Kingsley's process, Turtletaub's laissez-faire approach to directing, and a bit about his unique financial background.
Friday Jul 21, 2023
Friday Jul 21, 2023
Jason Lazarus chats it up about Netflix's latest anime, "Skull Island," the Victorian-era occult horror film "The Gates," his influences across various mediums, and the art (and science) of composing for film.
Friday May 05, 2023
Friday May 05, 2023
Legendary character actor, comedian, Second City alumnus improv extraordinaire, writer, producer, and director Don Lake dishes on the "Ted" prequel series starring Seth MacFarlane, "Space Force," Disney, and his storied career.
Thursday Apr 27, 2023
Thursday Apr 27, 2023
During this episode, filmmaker Jalmari Helander chats about his new film, "Sisu," its inspiration, "First Blood," and creating violent set pieces with as many practical effects as possible. See the film in theaters nationwide on April 28!
Thursday Apr 20, 2023
Thursday Apr 20, 2023
Emily Meade talks "Dead Ringers," "The Leftovers," "The Deuce," and choosing more substantive roles that veer away from sex and nudity.
Thursday Apr 20, 2023
Thursday Apr 20, 2023
Mary Harron speaks about her new film, “Daliland,” “American Psycho,” feminism, and indie film, and more.
ABOUT THE HOST
Alex Arabian is well-versed in conducting productive yet relaxed, conversational interviews. Several of the actors and filmmakers he has interviewed are Martin Scorsese, Denis Villeneuve, Javier Bardem, Willem Dafoe, Aaron Sorkin, Jane Campion, John Waters, Christina Ricci, Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson, Edward Norton, Sarah Paulson, John C. Reilly, Juliette Lewis, Riz Ahmed, Olivia Wilde, Jason Sudeikis, Paul Schrader, Mike Mills, Armie Hammer, Stanley Tucci, Val Kilmer, Rashida Jones, Boots Riley, Danny Glover, Kieran Culkin, Jennifer Garner, Glenn Close, James Gray, Jason Reitman, Janicza Bravo, Hong Chau, and many more.