Ask me anything
Added 2025-01-13 19:51:34 +0000 UTCHi guys, from my perspective I haven't actually talked to you about a film in several months. Which isn't great for a Patreon that is allegedly about checks notes talking about films. So I'm going to watch the Substance over the next day or so and film a response to that. I think I'm going to see Nosferatu on Thursday but wanted to do something quicker than that.
However, in the interest of getting easy content up, please use this post as a space to ask me anything, and I'll do a little Q&A video over the next few days as a little bit of lazier content as well. I'll probably just do it once there's a decent amount of questions below, so get asking! It doesn't have to be academic/film related, and naturally I can't promise to have an answer to everything but I'll do my best to clumsily navigate whatever you throw at me.
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I know this ask my anything has already happened, I was just wondering if you could explain how you get your movies for your videos, in film class I make videos talking about the movies we cover, it's part of our grading system, but I honestly just have to hope the clip I need is on YouTube and that I can use Dirpy to download it Specifically I'm also wondering, I'm right now watching your longlegs commentary and Im wondering how you recorded it with the arrows, was that added afterwards? And also how are you recording while also playing the movie in real time if that makes sense. Thanks, Marcus
When2 game
2025-02-19 15:01:13 +0000 UTCAhaha, I guess in a sense I do. Like somewhere between stubble and beard so a moustache is a part of that. But not like a solitary moustache.
Novum
2025-01-16 19:30:13 +0000 UTCI just love asking questions hehehe
When2 game
2025-01-16 19:27:33 +0000 UTCUser When2 game asking the real questions lol
Caroline
2025-01-16 19:26:20 +0000 UTCDo you have a mustache
When2 game
2025-01-15 16:32:47 +0000 UTCAre you a cartoonist or an artist, do you have any cool hobbies, or passions that you never get to share, since they might not come up? :D
When2 game
2025-01-15 16:32:39 +0000 UTCWhat are a few of your fave podcasts?
Diamond
2025-01-15 10:21:43 +0000 UTCwould you ever do a deep dive on an indie film like Coherence?
da91392
2025-01-14 23:51:55 +0000 UTCI was going to ask the same question! Lore of the bear please! Also thanks for all you do Novum. Your content always makes my day!
Bailey Albrecht
2025-01-14 21:22:29 +0000 UTCsince none has asked, and I have been curious, even though I do like unresolved mysteries, what is the meaning of your artistic name & avatar....it's a pretty cool angry pink teddy bear btw. Thanks!
Fourth Horseman
2025-01-14 19:44:36 +0000 UTCWhat is your academic background?
Kelly S. Moyes
2025-01-14 16:46:06 +0000 UTCHow about a review or short film analysis for A Dark Song! Totally underrated gem with superb performances, compelling narrative and it’s terrifying to boot! 🙏🏻
Jason Nieuwoudt
2025-01-14 10:41:21 +0000 UTCSecond question: how have you resisted splitting your deep dives into 10 minutes episodes for the masses? Or *gasp* shorts.
Jared
2025-01-14 06:21:00 +0000 UTCHave you thought about collaborating with other youtubers. Not like the weapon guy but he was great. But I mean folks who study the film score, cinematography, acting, etc and see how those aspects play with the meaning of the film. For score: Charles Cornell or Sideways channels.
Jared
2025-01-14 06:15:53 +0000 UTCJust to make sure it’s on here when you’re looking through, I’d love to hear about those paranormal experiences.. And if you’ve got the time: Is there a movie in your recent memory that you hoped would be good, but was so bad that it made you upset? (I watched M Night’s ‘Trap’ recently and had this experience, which is pretty rare for me. Figure it would be interesting what you consider to be on the opposite spectrum of the films you cover.)
petitquasson
2025-01-14 05:08:51 +0000 UTCfavorite album/musician?
marrow
2025-01-14 04:02:46 +0000 UTCHow about a 'Lost' series study? 'The Leftovers' series would be my 2nd choice. Then the 'From' series, after its all over.
Randy Ouellette
2025-01-14 03:10:45 +0000 UTCWhat are your top five books, movies and tv shows?
Lizzie Fishwick
2025-01-14 02:18:48 +0000 UTCHoping for that last true detective video! 🙂
Alton
2025-01-14 01:53:44 +0000 UTCA Q&A section is cool! Hope your new year is going well :) some questions I have are 1) what got you into this deep understanding and interest in film analysis? I remember in one video you mentioned a teacher who really inspired you, was it a similar situation that inspired you to make analysis vids? 2) any “bad” movies you still love? (Bad as in cheesy or poorly reviewed or bad effects etc etc. like I love looney tunes back in action haha.) basically any “guilty pleasure” movies? 3) seconding someone else’s comment about Mike Flanagan media, have you ever watched his stuff? Haunting Of Hill House is so freaking good and gets me every time! 4) would you ever consider doing book analysis? I love House of Leaves and Blood Meridian!! Would also be cool if maybe you did book/movie combos? Like Annihilation or Apocolypse Now or No Country For Old Men?
Caroline
2025-01-13 23:50:19 +0000 UTCThat was my question too! Plus in the follow up video, yousaid your partner is a witch. Personal question as well but what does that entail in the modern world? Thanks
Eliza
2025-01-13 23:16:20 +0000 UTCCan you one day maybe give us a rundown on your process in how you begin breaking down and forming your thoughts on the movies you make your videos about? I am wondering because I want to be able to study films and media that I like and understand them well, like you do. I am very passionate about film but "how to do a film study" videos haven't been very helpful to me. Though I understand if you want to keep your process under wraps. Love from Texas
When2 game
2025-01-13 22:49:56 +0000 UTCI remember early into your vvitch video you explained that you were Christian in a very technical sense, what did you mean by that? If you are open to answering that, I know it's a bit personal. Though maybe I misunderstood what you said about that. Cheers. Love your videos!
When2 game
2025-01-13 22:46:18 +0000 UTCWhat movie (if any) has enraged you the most or pushed you to your emotional limits? Or, if that's too personally revealing — what's it like being married to a witch??
Shannon
2025-01-13 22:41:36 +0000 UTCHere to say I appreciate the videos on your other YouTube channel as well. Very illuminating. Thanks for all the hard work, and please, keep doin' what <i>you<i> like.</i></i>
Martijn Krikke
2025-01-13 22:23:50 +0000 UTCWhat’s your favorite movie of all time? What would you want to do for a living if not this? Do you like any anime?
Molly Gould
2025-01-13 21:43:27 +0000 UTCHow do you start researching for your videos? They’re so thorough
Marnarnar
2025-01-13 21:19:44 +0000 UTCYes! Love to hear about video games or your guilty pleasure (hate that phrase!) movies/shows you wouldn’t normally cover on the channel
Annie
2025-01-13 21:19:10 +0000 UTCWhat are your comfort movies/shows?
Annie
2025-01-13 21:16:05 +0000 UTCWhat are some of your favorite action/adventure movies?
Greatest Hits
2025-01-13 20:48:20 +0000 UTCCould you briefly talk about ‘The first omen”?
tait
2025-01-13 20:28:55 +0000 UTCdo you play/watch any sports? which are your favorites?
Carson Kirkley
2025-01-13 20:26:59 +0000 UTCI'm excited it hear your thoughts on the Substance, I'll watch it tonight!
Jennifer Marten
2025-01-13 20:11:06 +0000 UTCWhat is your educational / personal background? Nothing to specific of course but I'd like to know where you grew up, what you wanted to be when you were a kid, what you went to school for and where (if possible), and what started your interest in film?
Jennifer Marten
2025-01-13 20:10:20 +0000 UTCIs there a film/tv show that you love but would never do a complete guide on it for any reason? And as a graphic designer myself, I love seeing your style shine in the recent videos. It would be really cool to see some of your other arts/graphic design work if possible!
sodacandy
2025-01-13 20:08:02 +0000 UTCWhat are your top 3 favourite podcasts to listen to? Mine would be Hardcore History, Fall of Civilizations, and Good Job Brain
Nate Dickson
2025-01-13 20:07:43 +0000 UTCGood timing. Not really and qna type of question, just watched caddo lake yesterday, wondering if you've seen it, any thoughts? If not, highly recommend, surprisingly good
Valeriia Shvets
2025-01-13 20:06:42 +0000 UTCHave you talked about midnight mass or any Flannigan stuff?
Rufus Evans
2025-01-13 20:01:00 +0000 UTCOrigin story! What led up to you making YouTube videos, and these kind of videos specifically, also your academic background and how that fits in with your YouTube content, film/tv interests growing up, etc.
Erica Weston
2025-01-13 19:59:15 +0000 UTCWhat does your creative process typically look like? and what tips would u give to someone who wants to make similar content?
Ken
2025-01-13 19:57:10 +0000 UTCCould you talk about your research process? How do you go about finding resources? What's the coolest thing you've ever come across (a factoid, artifact, or discovery)? And do you have a master list of resources you've used in your videos?
Alexia Cherry
2025-01-13 19:56:01 +0000 UTCSo I believe you have arachnophobia like myself so my question is does that stop you from watching Return of the King 🤔
Barry Hurst
2025-01-13 19:53:53 +0000 UTCWhat are some of your interests/hobbies outside of the films you do your videos on? Any other series/shows/videogames you enjoy that you don't cover on the channel?
David Krakauer
2025-01-13 19:53:29 +0000 UTC
