

On Film…With Kevin McCarthy
Kevin McCarthy
Longer-form cinema interviews diving into filmmaking craft including acting, directing, editing, composing and so much more. I grew up watching DVD features and I always wanted to create a show that can be similar to that idea of giving audiences an understanding of the hard work and dedication that goes into filmmaking.
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Feb 13, 2026 • 1h 10min
Ep. 32 - Bobby Krlic (The Haxan Cloak) talks composing Midsommar, Eddington, Him, Anemone, Blue Beetle, Triple 9, Heavy Metal Music & more!
Episode 32 of "On Film...With Kevin McCarthy". New film podcast featuring longer form interviews with filmmakers discussing craft.Composer Bobby Krlic (The Haxan Cloak) joins the podcast to talk composing film scores for Midsommar, Him, Eddington, Triple 9, Anemone, Blue Beetle, The Wrecking Crew, Heavy Metal Music and more.Note: This interview was conducted in November of 2025.#bobbykrlic #thehaxancloak #midsommar #eddington #triple9 #anemone #bluebeetle #triple9 #thewreckingcrew #heavymetal

Feb 10, 2026 • 1h 8min
Ep. 31 - Matthew Lillard Interview - Scream, Hackers, Scooby Doo, She's All That, 13 Ghosts, Filmmaking, Stu, The Life of Chuck, SLC Punk!, The Descendants, Legacy, Voice Work, Teaching & more!
Episode 31 of "On Film...With Kevin McCarthy". New film podcast featuring longer form interviews with filmmakers discussing craft.Matthew Lillard joins the podcast to talk Scream, Hackers, Scooby Doo, She's All That, 13 Ghosts, Filmmaking, Stu, The Life of Chuck, SLC Punk!, The Descendants, Legacy, Voice Work, Teaching & more!Note: This interview was conducted on November 19th, 2025. #matthewlillard #scream #scream7 #hackers #scoobydoo #shesallthat #13ghosts #filmmaking #stu #thelifeofchuck #slcpunk #thedescendants #legacy #voicework #teaching

Feb 6, 2026 • 57min
Ep. 30 - Director Park Chan-wook interview - No Other Choice, Oldboy, Cinematography, Score, Editing, Sound Design, Alfred Hitchcock, Psycho, Rope & more
NOTE: For audiences watching and/or listening to this episode: I wanted to preserve Director Park Chan-wook's own voice as he answered the questions in Korean. Therefore, you will first hear my question in English. Then, you will hear Director Park's answer in Korean. Then, you will hear the English translation of Director Park's answer. I did this because I wanted people to hear Director Park's answer, as it was given, before the English translation.Episode 30 of "On Film...With Kevin McCarthy". New film podcast featuring longer form interviews with filmmakers discussing craft.Legendary filmmaker Park Chan-wook joins the show to discuss NO OTHER CHOICE and his incredible career including the iconic tracking shot in OLDBOY. This interview was conducted on Sunday January 4th. At that time, "No Other Choice" was playing in 35mm at the Vista Theater in Los Angeles. #parkchanwook #nootherchoice #oldboy #filmmaking #cinematography #score #movies #vertigo #quentintarantino #editing

Jan 29, 2026 • 1h 10min
Ep. 29 - Happy Sad Confused x On Film Crossover with Josh Horowtiz - Talking Interview Preparation, Dream Guests, Favorite Films, Star Wars, David Fincher, Christopher Nolan, Steven Spielberg & More
Episode 29 of "On Film...With Kevin McCarthy". New film podcast featuring longer form interviews with filmmakers discussing craft.Happy Sad Confused x On Film Crossover with Josh Horowtiz - Talking Interview Preparation, Dream Guests, Favorite Films, Star Wars, David Fincher, Christopher Nolan, Steven Spielberg & More#podcasts #happysadconfused #joshhorowitz #movies #davidfincher #stevenspielberg #christophernolan #filmmaking #hosts

Jan 23, 2026 • 44min
Ep. 28 - Paul Tazewell - Oscar-winning costume designer talks Wicked, West Side Story, Hamilton, Steven Spielberg, Disclosure Day, John Williams, Alice Brooks, Cinematography, Lighting and more!
Episode 28 of "On Film...With Kevin McCarthy". New film podcast featuring longer form interviews with filmmakers discussing craft.Oscar-winning costume designer, Paul Tazewell, talks Wicked, West Side Story, Hamilton, Steven Spielberg, Disclosure Day, John Williams, Alice Brooks, Cinematography, Lighting and more!#paultazewell #wickedmovie #westsidestory #disclosureday #stevenspielberg #costumedesign #cinematography #lighting #music #johnwilliams

Jan 20, 2026 • 1h 13min
Ep. 27 - Oona Chaplin new interview on Varang, Avatar Fire & Ash, Charlie Chaplin, Geraldine Chaplin & more
Episode 27 of "On Film...With Kevin McCarthy". New film podcast featuring longer form interviews with filmmakers discussing craft. In a brand new interview, Oona Chaplin talks about Varang, Avatar Fire & Ash, Charlie Chaplin, Geraldine Chaplin, Filmmaking, Music, Legacy & more.#oonachaplin #avatar #avatarfireandash #jamescamerson #performancecapture #varang #charliechaplin #gerladinechapline #busterkeaton

Jan 15, 2026 • 1h 11min
Ep. 26 - Amanda Seyfried & Mona Fastvold talk The Testament of Ann Lee, 70mm film, Singing, Physicality, Classic films, Cinematography, Mamma Mia 3, & more!
Episode 26 of "On Film...With Kevin McCarthy". New film podcast featuring longer form interviews with filmmakers discussing craft. Amanda Seyfried & Mona Fastvold interview - The Testament of Ann Lee, 70mm film, Singing, Physicality, Classic films, Cinematography, Mamma Mia 3, & more!#amandaseyfried #monafastvold #thetestamentofannlee #filmmaking #cinematography #movies #moulinrouge #mammamia

Jan 12, 2026 • 1h
Ep. 25 - New Cynthia Erivo interview - Talking Wicked, For Good, Dracula, Perfumes, Singing Harmonies & more!
Cynthia Erivo, the talented actress and singer known for her roles in Wicked and Harriet, shines in this engaging dialogue. She discusses transforming Dracula into a one-woman show, tackling 23 characters with finesse. Cynthia reveals the vulnerability of performing and the connection between her artistic outlets. She dives into the intricacies of harmonizing, comparing it to musical dialogue, and shares how scents serve as emotional anchors in her roles. With insights on rhythm in speech and the significance of curiosity, her passion for storytelling truly captivates.

Jan 5, 2026 • 44min
Ep. 24 - Zach Cregger talks Weapons, David Fincher, Filmmaking, Cinematography, Music, Catharsis, Seven, Irreversible, Editing, Amy Madigan, & more.
Episode 24 of "On Film...with Kevin McCarthy". New film podcast featuring longer form interviews with filmmakers discussing craft.Zach Cregger talks Weapons, David Fincher, Filmmaking, Cinematography, Music, Catharsis, Seven, Irreversible & more.#amymadigan #weapons #auntgladys #movies #filmmaking #zachcregger #horror #comedy #catharsis

Dec 30, 2025 • 42min
Ep. 23 - Amy Madigan talks Weapons, Field of Dreams, Uncle Buck, Filmmaking, Physicality, Music, Ed Harris, Catharsis, Legacy, Aunt Gladys and more!
Episode 23 of "On Film...with Kevin McCarthy". New film podcast featuring longer form interviews with filmmakers discussing craft.Amy Madigan talks Weapons, Field of Dreams, Uncle Buck, Filmmaking, Physicality, Music, Ed Harris, Catharsis, Legacy, Aunt Gladys and more!#amymadigan #weapons #auntgladys #movies #filmmaking #zachcregger #horror #comedy #catharsis


