BPS 338: Directing Hollywood Blockbusters with Legendary Director John Badham

Today on the show we have a true legend from the film business,
director John Badham. John has directed some of the most iconic
films in history. From the decade-defining Saturday Night Fever to
80’s hits like War Games, Short Circuit & Stakeout to 90’s
action classics like Bird on a Wire, Point of No Return, Nick of
Time and Drop Zone.

John Badham has not only continued directing but is involved with
some of the most cutting-edge television show being made today.
John is also the author of two books John Badham On Directing:
Notes from the Set of Saturday Night Fever, War Games, and More and
I’ll Be in My Trailer: The Creative Wars Between Directors and
ActorsHe’s also is a Tenured Film Professor at Chapman University
in Los Angeles. I can’t tell you what a thrill it was to sit down
and pick John’s brain. He’s been directing for close to five
decades. His wealth of knowledge and experience is remarkable.Sit
down and get ready to take a TON of notes on this epic conversation
with John Badham. When you are done listening to the episode take a
listen to the video below.

It’s awesome and very helpful to ANYONE who wants to direct.

Become a supporter of this podcast:
https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bulletproof-screenwriting-podcast--2881148/support.