WHAT WENT WRONG podcast

WHAT WENT WRONG

What Went Wrong covers Hollywood’s most notoriously disastrous movie productions, digging into the behind-the-scenes insanity of everything from massive flops to record-breaking blockbusters. In each episode, hosts Lizzie Bassett and Chris Winterbauer dive into a new film to explore the mind-blowing (and sometimes numbing) reasons why making a movie is nearly impossible (especially a good one). Produced by David Boman. [JOIN OUR PATREON FOR 'WWW' BONUS CONTENT!] (https://open.acast.com/public/patreon/fanSubscribe/9487827)

What Went Wrong covers Hollywood’s most notoriously disastrous movie productions, digging into the behind-the-scenes insanity of everything from massive flops to record-breaking blockbusters. In each episode, hosts Lizzie Bassett and Chris Winterbauer dive into a new film to explore the mind-blowing (and sometimes numbing) reasons why making a movie is nearly impossible (especially a good one). Produced by David Boman. [JOIN OUR PATREON FOR 'WWW' BONUS CONTENT!] (https://open.acast.com/public/patreon/fanSubscribe/9487827)

 

#105

A Star Is Born (2018)

How did the 4th (or maybe 5th) version of ‘A Star is Born’ take almost 20 years to make… and why did it almost star Russell Crowe and Beyoncé?! This week Lizzie and Chris break down Bradley Cooper’s 2018 directorial debut, and discover why Lady Gaga was initially a tough sell. Find out how everyone from Jamie Foxx to Metallica had a hand in this Oscar nominated film’s journey to the screen. See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

11 Nov 2024

1 HR 23 MINS

1:23:47

11 Nov 2024


#104

The Evil Dead

The only thing worse than being a character in a Sam Raimi movie? Acting in one. This week, Chris and Lizzie unearth the grueling, injury-laden production of The Evil Dead. Discover the importance of such amenities as running water, toilets, and electricity; and the pain of removing fake blood with hot coffee. Plus, how Raimi couldn’t have done it without a veritable village, including a couple of Coens, a King of horror, and a septuagenarian sales agent. See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

28 Oct 2024

1 HR 41 MINS

1:41:40

28 Oct 2024


#103

Clueless

Paul Rudd was almost murdered, The Mighty Mighty Bosstones were wasted, and El Niño threatened to rain out production - that’s just the beginning of what went wrong on Clueless (1995). Find out how Alicia Silverstone and Brittany Murphy got cast, and why one studio almost changed it to be more about… the guys? As if! It took writer/director Amy Heckerling years to get her vision to the screen, but it was like, totally worth it. CORRECTIONS: Chris mistakenly refers to having watched the Criterion Blu-Ray release of "Clueless" - there is no Criterion release! He actually watched the 25th Anniversary Blu-Ray which had been gifted to his wife in a flawlessly photoshopped Criterion package. He apologizes for the confusion but can confirm the transfer looks great. This episode is sponsored by/brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/CINEPHILE and get on your way to being your best self. Get 10 FREE meals at HelloFresh dot com slash freewentwrong. Applied across 7 boxes, new subscribers only, varies by plan. That’s 10 free HelloFresh meals, just by going to HelloFresh dot com slash freewentwrong Lumen - for 15% off your purchase go to lumen.me/WRONG See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

14 Oct 2024

1 HR 16 MINS

1:16:52

14 Oct 2024


#102

Tombstone (Part 2)

Tombstone' shot first and 'Wyatt Earp' died. In Part 2 of our coverage, Chris & Lizzie endure the explosive arrival of replacement director George P. Cosmatos, revisit Kurt Russell's last-minute rewrites, and try to answer the impossible question: does a better version of this movie exist? See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

07 Oct 2024

1 HR 18 MINS

1:18:07

07 Oct 2024


#101

Tombstone (Part 1)

Saddle up and skin that smokewagon, because Kevin Costner's about to shut your movie down. In Part 1 of our coverage on 'Tombstone', Chris & Lizzie dissect the film's Hollywood duel with rival 'Wyatt Earp', Kurt Russell's hardball, and how writer/director Kevin Jarre assembled one of the greatest cast and crews of all time, only to listen to none of them. Manscaped - head to manscaped.com and get 20% off + free shipping with the code WRONG *CORRECTIONS: George P. Cosmatos's last name is pronounced Cos-MAH-tos, Chris botched that pretty badly. See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

30 Sep 2024

1 HR 24 MINS

1:24:36

30 Sep 2024


#100

Shakespeare In Love

How did Shakespeare in Love beat one of the greatest war movies of all time for Best Picture at the 1999 Oscars? It’s simple: Harvey Weinstein. But Saving Private Ryan was just one of many massive snubs in this comedy of errors. Learn how producer and original director Ed Zwick's dreams were dashed, why Julia Roberts dropped out last minute, and why Gwyneth Paltrow didn't want to star across(ed) her lover. HelloFresh -For FREE breakfastfor lifego to HelloFresh.com/freewentwrong Lumen - for 15% off your purchase go to lumen.me/WRONG Manscaped - head to manscaped.com and get 20% off + free shipping with the code WRONG See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

16 Sep 2024

1 HR 17 MINS

1:17:33

16 Sep 2024


#99

Beetlejuice

Lydia dies in a fire at the hands of a winged homicidal maniac?! ‘Beetlejuice’ (1988) started off as a gruesome, offbeat horror film, but it became the quirky classic we know and love thanks to Tim Burton, script doctor Warren Skaaren, an incredible production team, and the Beetle-Guy himself: Michael Keaton. Find out why missing her audition got Catherine O’Hara her part, how Harry Belafonte’s music made it into the final cut, why Michael Keaton almost didn’t take the job and so much more. HelloFresh -For FREE breakfastfor lifego to HelloFresh.com/freewrong See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

02 Sep 2024

1 HR 07 MINS

1:07:46

02 Sep 2024


#98

American Psycho

Leonardo DiCaprio as Patrick Bateman? Directed by Oliver Stone?! There are so many versions of ‘American Psycho’ (2000) that we never saw, but thanks to Christian Bale and director Mary Harron, we eventually got something pretty close to perfect. Find out how Gloria Steinem accidentally saved Christian Bale’s job and why a real life serial killer made this film almost impossible to shoot. See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

19 Aug 2024

1 HR 22 MINS

1:22:35

19 Aug 2024


#97

Shrek (Part 2)

Oscars! Cannes! Smash Mouth? In Part 2 of our Shrek coverage, Chris & Lizzie get to the bottom of Mike Myers' Scottish brogue, why 'All Star' became an anthem for the ages, and Katzenberg's all-out blitz against the Mouse House. See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

12 Aug 2024

1 HR 18 MINS

1:18:01

12 Aug 2024


#96

Shrek (Part 1)

Katzenberg's quest for revenge! The death of a beloved giant! A magical kingdom under siege! In Part 1 of our Shrek coverage, Chris & Lizzie explore the revolutionary film's humble origins as DreamWorks' inaugural "B movie" and try to determine what, exactly, the film would have been with its original star, Chris Farley. See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

05 Aug 2024

1 HR 02 MINS

1:02:07

05 Aug 2024


#95

ENCORE: Twister (with thoughts on Twisters)

Get ready to wrangle! We re-present our episode on Twister, but this time, Chris and Lizzie share their churning reactions to the sequel, Twisters in a special cold open! On set jet engines, temporary blindness, and hepatitis shots - three signs you might be in the “suck zone”! This week we’re covering Jan de Bont’s Twister and how he threw everything including the kitchen sink (literally) at Helen Hunt and Bill Paxton to get this movie made. See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

29 Jul 2024

1 HR 19 MINS

1:19:56

29 Jul 2024


#94

Deadpool

How did Ryan Reynolds go from fans’ biggest disappointment to the Deadpool of their dreams? In this episode Chris and Lizzie explore the long road ‘Deadpool’ (2016) took to get to the screen, why a first time feature director was the best man for the job, and how a mysterious leak actually saved the film. See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

22 Jul 2024

59 MINS

59:54

22 Jul 2024


#93

Point Break

This week Chris and Lizzie go 100% pure adrenaline on Kathryn Bigelow’s “Point Break”, a film that birthed one of our most unexpected action stars, one of Hollywood’s most powerful (and short lived) power couples, and cemented Patrick Swayze as a daredevil for the ages. See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

08 Jul 2024

1 HR 22 MINS

1:22:13

08 Jul 2024


#92

Gigli

How did an Academy Award nominated director helm what’s widely regarded as one of the worst movies ever made? 2003’s “Gigli” gave us Bennifer 1.0 and torpedoed writer/director Martin Brest’s career. Find out how NOT to reverse engineer a romcom - especially when your main characters are a straight man and a lesbian. Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez do their best, but thanks to one of the craziest post-productions we’ve ever covered, “Gigli” does its worst. See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

24 Jun 2024

1 HR 09 MINS

1:09:17

24 Jun 2024


#91

Garden State (with Zach Braff)

A bereft budget! Malfunctioning motorcycles! Two dogs looking for love in all the wrong places! This week, Chris & Lizzie speak with the writer/director/star of Garden State, Zach Braff, on how he made 2004’s little indie that could, Danny DeVito’s unlikely role in getting the film made, and just how, exactly, he scored the soundtrack of the decade. [Go Ad-Free - Join Our Patreon!] (https://www.patreon.com/whatwentwrongpodcast) [Check Out Our Merch!] (https://www.whatwentwrongpod.com/merch) [Follow Us on Instagram!] (https://www.instagram.com/whatwentwrongpod/?hl=en) [What Movie's Next?] (https://www.whatwentwrongpod.com/) See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

10 Jun 2024

1 HR 08 MINS

1:08:11

10 Jun 2024


#90

Ghostbusters

A specter of a script! A lead prone to ghosting! A soul-wrenching schedule! This week, Chris & Lizzie cross the streams with 1984’s supernatural success story, Ghostbusters. Learn how a cabal of Canadian comedians created an American classic and how John Belushi haunted the film more literally than you may know. *CORRECTIONS: *Chris incorrectly stated that Gremlins was the first film to receive a PG-13 rating. Though it helped prompt the invention of the PG-13 rating (created on July 1, 1984), Gremlins was given a PG rating. The first film to receive this new designation was Red Dawn, released in August of 1984. *Lyndsey Buckingham caught some undeserved strays in this episode - he'd actually recently written Holiday Road for National Lampoon's Vacation and made quite a bit of sense as Reitman's choice to write the Ghostbusters theme. [Go Ad-Free - Join Our Patreon!] (https://www.patreon.com/whatwentwrongpodcast) [Check Out Our Merch!] (https://www.whatwentwrongpod.com/merch) [Follow Us on Instagram!] (https://www.instagram.com/whatwentwrongpod/?hl=en) [What Movie's Next?] (https://www.whatwentwrongpod.com/) See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

27 May 2024

1 HR 35 MINS

1:35:22

27 May 2024


#89

Chinatown (with Paul Scheer)

This week, Faye Dunaway and Roman Polanski square off in one of the messiest on-set feuds of all time. Chinatown may be one of the greatest movies ever made, but between hair plucking, tv throwing, and alleged urine tossing, the production was an absolute disaster. Special guest Paul Scheer (Unspooled, How Did This Get Made) joins Lizzie & Chris to discuss the insane making of the 1974 Jack Nicholson classic, and the complicated legacy it leaves behind. [Check out Paul's memoir, Joyful Recollections of Trauma] (https://www.harpercollins.com/products/joyful-recollections-of-trauma-paul-scheer?variant=41099495735330) . [Go Ad-Free - Join Our Patreon!] (https://www.patreon.com/whatwentwrongpodcast) [Check Out Our Merch!] (https://www.whatwentwrongpod.com/merch) [Follow Us on Instagram!] (https://www.instagram.com/whatwentwrongpod/?hl=en) [What Movie's Next?] (https://www.whatwentwrongpod.com/) See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

13 May 2024

1 HR 23 MINS

1:23:00

13 May 2024


#88

The Sixth Sense

How did a director trapped in Harvey Weinstein’s movie jail, an action star who nuked his most recent film, and a children’s studio in crisis make one of the most influential horror films of all time? Join Chris & Lizzie as they find out why Toni Collette was less than thrilled to land her part, why Michael Cera didn’t score the lead role and how M. Night Shyamalan came to embrace the unexpected power of a PG-13 rating. [Go Ad-Free - Join Our Patreon!] (https://www.patreon.com/whatwentwrongpodcast) [Check Out Our Merch!] (https://www.whatwentwrongpod.com/merch) [Follow Us on Instagram!] (https://www.instagram.com/whatwentwrongpod/?hl=en) [What Movie's Next?] (https://www.whatwentwrongpod.com/) See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

29 Apr 2024

1 HR 21 MINS

1:21:58

29 Apr 2024


#87

Below The Line - Armorer (Django Unchained)

Armorer Larry Zanoff (Django Unchained, Captain America: Winter Soldier, The Matrix Resurrections) is a combat veteran, a bonafide gunsmith, and a weapons trainer for both actors and law enforcement officers. Join us for a discussion on the responsibilities of an on-set armorer, cross-collaboration with departments you wouldn't expect, and what we need to learn from the rare but devastating on-set firearm tragedies that have captured Hollywood headlines for decades. [Go Ad-Free - Join Our Patreon!] (https://www.patreon.com/whatwentwrongpodcast) [Check Out Our Merch!] (https://www.whatwentwrongpod.com/merch) [Follow Us on Instagram!] (https://www.instagram.com/whatwentwrongpod/?hl=en) [What Movie's Next?] (https://www.whatwentwrongpod.com/) See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

22 Apr 2024

50 MINS

50:54

22 Apr 2024


#86

The Crow

A film that set the mold for R-rated comic book adaptations, but is perhaps most famous for putting its enigmatic star Brandon Lee on the map… and taking him off it forever. Lizzie walks Chris through a production riddled with problems long before Lee’s untimely death, who else almost played Eric Draven and the film’s surprising connection to John Wick. They're also joined by an expert, armorer Larry Zanoff, to break down the on-set shooting of Brandon Lee. [Go Ad-Free - Join Our Patreon!] (https://www.patreon.com/whatwentwrongpodcast) [Check Out Our Merch!] (https://www.whatwentwrongpod.com/merch) [Follow Us on Instagram!] (https://www.instagram.com/whatwentwrongpod/?hl=en) [What Movie's Next?] (https://www.whatwentwrongpod.com/) See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

15 Apr 2024

1 HR 24 MINS

1:24:27

15 Apr 2024


#85

Boyz n the Hood (Part 2)

What do Pee-wee's Playhouse, Stand By Me and Howard the Duck have in common? All played pivotal roles in the creation of John Singleton's Boyz n the Hood! This week Chris & Lizzie are joined by guest Jonathan Braylock for a deep dive on one of the greatest debut features of all time - from Ice Cube's bombed audition to John Singleton's insistence that he direct the film... one month out of film school. Make sure to check out Part 1 of this two part coverage! [Go Ad-Free - Join Our Patreon!] (https://www.patreon.com/whatwentwrongpodcast) [Check Out Our Merch!] (https://www.whatwentwrongpod.com/merch) [Follow Us on Instagram!] (https://www.instagram.com/whatwentwrongpod/?hl=en) [What Movie's Next?] (https://www.whatwentwrongpod.com/) See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

01 Apr 2024

43 MINS

43:57

01 Apr 2024


#84

Boyz n the Hood (Part 1)

What do Pee-wee's Playhouse, Stand By Me and Howard the Duck have in common? All played pivotal roles in the creation of John Singleton's Boyz n the Hood! This week Chris & Lizzie are joined by guest Jonathan Braylock for a deep dive on one of the greatest debut features of all time - from Ice Cube's bombed audition to John Singleton's insistence that he direct the film... one month out of film school. Make sure to check out Part 2 of this two part coverage! [Go Ad-Free - Join Our Patreon!] (https://www.patreon.com/whatwentwrongpodcast) [Check Out Our Merch!] (https://www.whatwentwrongpod.com/merch) [Follow Us on Instagram!] (https://www.instagram.com/whatwentwrongpod/?hl=en) [What Movie's Next?] (https://www.whatwentwrongpod.com/) See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

01 Apr 2024

53 MINS

53:25

01 Apr 2024


#83

Below The Line - Steadicam Operator (Donnie Darko)

An interview with Dave Chameides, legendary and award-winning steadicam operator whose career has spanned Donnie Darko, St. Vincent, The Tragedy of Macbeth, E.R., The West Wing, and Ozark. Join us as he talks to us about the joys, challenges, and evolving nature of his crucial role on film productions. For more on Dave and the art of camera operating be sure to check out [his podcast, The Op.] (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-op/id1704761766) [Go Ad-Free - Join Our Patreon!] (https://www.patreon.com/whatwentwrongpodcast) [Check Out Our Merch!] (https://www.whatwentwrongpod.com/merch) [Follow Us on Instagram!] (https://www.instagram.com/whatwentwrongpod/?hl=en) [What Movie's Next?] (https://www.whatwentwrongpod.com/) See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

25 Mar 2024

51 MINS

51:53

25 Mar 2024


#82

The Fifth Element

An on-set love triangle, a mid-shoot divorce, and costumes even Prince wouldn’t wear. This week producer David Boman takes Chris & Lizzie on a voyage through The Fifth Element: a movie conceived by a 16-year-old only to become the most expensive European film ever made and put the then-unknown Milla Jovovich on the map. [Go Ad-Free - Join Our Patreon!] (https://www.patreon.com/whatwentwrongpodcast) [Check Out Our Merch!] (https://www.whatwentwrongpod.com/merch) [Follow Us on Instagram!] (https://www.instagram.com/whatwentwrongpod/?hl=en) [What Movie's Next?] (https://www.whatwentwrongpod.com/) See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

18 Mar 2024

1 HR 12 MINS

1:12:28

18 Mar 2024


#81

Lost (Part 2)

What took a fake wedding, a real knife, and a willingness to literally die for the shot to pull off? The end... of LOST! This week, Chris & Lizzie close the books on the divisive series, exploring how it could have gone on much longer, recent allegations of a toxic work environment, and how even President Obama knew not to mess with the LOST fan base. [Go Ad-Free - Join Our Patreon!] (https://www.patreon.com/whatwentwrongpodcast) [Check Out Our Merch!] (https://www.whatwentwrongpod.com/merch) [Follow Us on Instagram!] (https://www.instagram.com/whatwentwrongpod/?hl=en) [What Movie's Next?] (https://www.whatwentwrongpod.com/) *CORRECTIONS: Chris mispronounced writer/producer Monica Owusu-Breen's name. See Privacy Policy at [https://art19.com/privacy] (https://art19.com/privacy) and California Privacy Notice at [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info] (https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info) . ... Read more

04 Mar 2024

1 HR 05 MINS

1:05:35

04 Mar 2024