The American Cinematheque Podcast: Celebrating Film with Edgar Wright and Mary Bronstein Kicking Off in April
EXCLUSIVE: The American Cinematheque is set to launch its inaugural podcast, hosted and executive produced by the organization’s Artistic Director, Grant Moninger. The podcast will debut on April 2.
The American Cinematheque Podcast is designed as a weekly interview series that celebrates the nonprofit’s extensive film festival programming. The format invites filmmakers to curate what they term the “film festival of their lives,” using their most significant moviegoing memories as a backdrop.
The podcast combines interviews with an engaging game-show element, prompting guests to reflect on the theaters, screenings, and cinematic experiences that ignited their passion for film. Stories span from childhood theaters to contemporary microcinemas, capturing memories of sneaking into pivotal screenings and the power of shared audience reactions. The initial episodes will feature filmmaker Edgar Wright and Mary Bronstein from If I Had Legs I’d Kick You, both launching on April 2. A trailer for the podcast is available for viewing.
Episodes will be accessible in both video and audio formats every Thursday on YouTube and major podcast platforms. An interactive version will also be offered on the podcast’s dedicated website. Upcoming guests include notable figures such as Franklin Leonard, Larry Karaszewski, Karyn Kusama, Walter Murch, and Patton Oswalt, with additional names to be revealed in the future.
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Beyond his role at the American Cinematheque, Moninger is recognized for co-founding the Bleak Week: Cinema of Despair festival and Beyond Fest. He has initiated several programs including Friend of the Fest and Ultra Cinematheque 70. Under his leadership, the American Cinematheque has achieved over 1,600 screenings annually and expanded its global film offerings.
Moninger has garnered attention for curating unconventional cinema series during his previous role as the organization’s Director of Programming. His innovative collections have included A Tribute to Cocaine: Hollywood’s Greatest Stunt Horse and Written by A.I. – A Tribute to Screenwriter A.I. Bezzerides.
The American Cinematheque Podcast is produced by Moninger in collaboration with producer Victoria Alejandro and video producer Mike Cuenca.
