Beyond the Big Screen

Beyond the Big Screen

Steve Guerra

Beyond the Red Carpet: The Oscar Decisions That Shocked Us

January 9, 2025   ●   52 min

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Join us for an engaging conversation with Adam 'Tex' Davis, co-founder and COO of Atomic Entertainment Group. Adam shares his unique journey in the entertainment industry, from screenwriting and television to podcasting. Hear his thoughts on Hollywood's business model, the challenging landscape for original stories, and the rise of independent film-making. Dive deep into the behind-the-scenes workings of the Oscars and why they provoke endless debate, especially when featuring classics like 'Back to the Future' and 'Psycho.' Don't miss his insights into the creative process and the future of storytelling! https://open.spotify.com/show/0zLWwYqmXmiA4KU5kAK44n
00:49 Adam's Journey in Writing and Screenwriting
01:46 Insights on Hollywood and the Entertainment Industry 
03:23 The Evolution and Democratization of Media
05:21 The Genesis of 'The Oscars, What Were They Thinking?' Podcast
07:37 Debating the Oscars and Film History
11:10 Understanding the Academy and the Oscars
18:28 Reflecting on Past Oscar Decisions 
23:48 The Academy's Expansion Dilemma
24:56 Bruce Willis: An Unexpected Action Star
25:55 Iconic Performances and Overlooked Films
27:45 The Subjectivity of Oscar Wins
31:03 Decades of Cinema: Hits and Misses
37:22 The Underrated Genres: Comedy and Horror
41:21 Balancing Nostalgia and Modernity in the Oscars

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