

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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Nov 25, 2025 • 1h 11min
Ep. 12 - Macaulay Culkin talks Home Alone, My Girl, Richie Rich, Uncle Buck, The Good Son, Zootopia 2, Fallout, Filmmaking, John Williams, John Candy, John Hughes, Kieran Culkin, Childhood & more
Episode 12 of "On Film...with Kevin McCarthy". New film podcast featuring longer form interviews with filmmakers discussing craft.NOTE/CORRECTION: At the 54-min marker, I accidentally mixed up Dean Cundy with Don Burgess. Dean Cundy was the cinematographer for "Back To The Future". You can see how I mixed it up because Don Burgess did become Robert Zemeckis' cinemetographer for many of Zemeckis' future films. Just my wires getting crossed. Either way, Don Burgess did shoot "Richie Rich" and you can also see how it was mixed up since Alan Silvestri did score "Back To The Future" and "Richie Rich". In this episode, Macaulay Culkin talks Home Alone, My Girl, Richie Rich, The Good Son, Zootopia 2, Fallout, Filmmaking, John Williams, John Candy, John Hughes, Kieran Culkin, Childhood, Bees & more!Link to Macaulay Culkin's Home Alone tour: https://www.homealonetour.com/ #macaulayculkin #homealone #johncandy #unclebuck #mygirl#filmmaking #childhood #nostalgia

Nov 19, 2025 • 1h 13min
Ep. 11 - Ethan Hawke talks Blue Moon, The Before Trilogy, Training Day, Richard Linklater, White Fang, Filmmaking, Cinematography, Film Score, Favorite Movies and more!
Ethan Hawke, the acclaimed actor, writer, and director known for his roles in Training Day and the Before trilogy, dives deep into filmmaking and his creative journey. He reflects on the emotional evolution of Jesse and Celine in the Before films and how cinema shapes community experiences. Hawke shares insights on the intricacies of character preparation, his collaborations with legendary directors like Richard Linklater, and the artistry of cinematography. He also discusses the impact of parenthood on his acting and the profound connection between music and film.

Nov 14, 2025 • 30min
Ep. 10 - Edgar Wright talks The Running Man, Shaun of the Dead, Filmmaking, Music, Stephen King, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Film Score, Cinematography and more.
Episode 10 of "On Film...with Kevin McCarthy". New film podcast featuring longer form interviews with filmmakers discussing craft.In this episode, director Edgar Wright talks The Running Man, Shaun of the Dead, Filmmaking, Music, Stephen King, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Film Score, Cinematography, Movie posters and more.#edgarwright #therunningman #glenpowell #filmmaking #cinematography

Nov 12, 2025 • 1h 42min
Ep. 9 - Autumn Durald Arkapaw talks Sinners, Cinematography, IMAX, Ultra Panavision, Aspect Ratios, Visual Effects, Michael B. Jordan, Ryan Coogler, Favorite Films, Making History
Episode 9 of "On Film...with Kevin McCarthy". New film podcast featuring longer form interviews with filmmakers discussing craft.In this episode, Cinematographer Autumn Durald Arkapaw talks Sinners, Cinematography, IMAX, Ultra Panavision, Aspect Ratios, Visual Effects, Michael B. Jordan, Ryan Coogler, Favorite Films, Making History.#sinners #autumnduraldarkapaw #ryancoogler #michaelbjordan #filmmaking #cinematography

Nov 3, 2025 • 29min
Ep. 8 - Sydney Sweeney, Ben Foster and Christy Martin talk new film Christy, Physical and Emotional Transformations, Filmmaking Choices, Process, Animals and The Film's Uplifting Message
Episode 8 of "On Film...with Kevin McCarthy". New film podcast featuring longer form interviews with filmmakers discussing craft.In this episode, Kevin moderated a very special Q&A, following a sold-out screening of the new film Christy. The Q&A features Sydney Sweeney, Ben Foster and Christy Martin talking about their new film Christy, Physical and Emotional Transformations, Filmmaking Choices, Process, Dogs and The Film's Uplifting Message.#christy #christymartin #sydneysweeney #benfoster #movies #dogs #filmmaking

Oct 31, 2025 • 1h 26min
Ep. 7 - Robert Englund talks star on Hollywood Walk of Fame, Freddy Krueger, Wes Craven, Favorite Films, Practical Effects, Finding The Freddy Krueger character and more!
Episode 7 of "On Film...with Kevin McCarthy". New film podcast featuring longer form interviews with filmmakers discussing craft.In this episode, Robert Englund talks star on Hollywood Walk of Fame, Freddy Krueger, Wes Craven, Favorite Films, Practical Effects, Finding The Freddy Krueger character and more!#robertenglund #freddykreuger #wescraven #anightmareonelmstreet

Oct 29, 2025 • 45min
Ep. 6 - Chris Stuckmann talks Shelby Oaks, Collecting Ticket Stubs, Movie Reviews, Catharsis in Filmmaking, Sound Design and more!
Episode 6 of "On Film...with Kevin McCarthy". New film podcast featuring longer form interviews with filmmakers discussing craft. In this episode, writer, director and film critic Chris Stuckmann joins the show to talk Shelby Oaks, Collecting Ticket Stubs, Movie Reviews, Catharsis in Filmmaking, Sound Design and more!NOTE: The total number of Kickstarter backers ended up being: 14,720. In the episode, I said 11,000, which was the number when the campaign crossed $1 million. #chrisstuckmann #shelbyoaks #filmmaking #ticketstubs

Oct 24, 2025 • 24min
Ep. 5 - Dave Franco & Mason Thames talk Regretting You, Favorite Movies & Music, Upcoming Projects, How To Train Your Dragon, Black Phone & More
Episode 5 of "On Film...with Kevin McCarthy". New film podcast featuring longer form interviews with filmmakers discussing craft. In this episode, Dave Franco and Mason Thames join the show to talk about Regretting You, favorite theatrical experiences, favorite movies, favorite music, upcoming projects, Mason wanting to play Kurt Cobain in a film and more. #regrettingyou #davefranco #masonthames

Oct 18, 2025 • 1h 32min
Ep. 4 - Lili Reinhart talks Hal & Harper, Mental Health, The Love Hypothesis, Riverdale, Favorite Movies and more
On this week's episode of "On Film...With Kevin McCarthy", Lili Reinhart joins the show for an incredible conversation surrounding her new series, "Hal & Harper". Kevin and Lili discuss mental health, Riverdale, The Love Hypothesis, favorite movies and so much more. "Hal & Harper" premieres on Mubi starting October 19th.

Oct 10, 2025 • 1h 14min
Ep. 3: Ryan Reynolds talks John Candy documentary, Deadpool & Wolverine, Just Friends, Safe House, Mental Health, Favorite Movies, Music, Hugh Jackman and more.
Ryan Reynolds, the dynamic actor and producer best known for his roles in Deadpool and Just Friends, dives into a wide range of fascinating topics. He shares insights about producing the documentary 'John Candy: I Like Me', discussing the late comedian's struggles with mental health. Ryan reminisces about formative movie moments, his approach to interviewing legends like Bill Murray, and the importance of listening in both acting and filmmaking. He also reveals the lessons learned from dangerous stunts and his evolution in handling career choices and authorship.


