In the podcast "Film Surgery," hosts Nick Wright and Sanjay Arman Kumar II dive into movies and TV shows centered around medical dramas and healthcare settings. They bring their unique perspectives, with Nick's keen eye for storytelling and visual details and Sanjay's deep interest in medical science, dissecting everything from the most iconic hospital-based shows like "Grey's Anatomy" and "House M.D." to blockbuster films like "The Doctor" and "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest."
Hosts Nick Wright and Sanjay Arman Kumar dissect the film *The Fault in Our Stars*, examining its emotional narrative, medical accuracy, and impact through storytelling and performances in this episode.
10 Mar 2025
Patch Adams with Guest Pete Wright
Welcome to Film Surgery!
Today's episode is extra special because a fantastic guest is joining us—Pete Wright from Trustory.fm (https://trustory.fm/shows/)! Pete is a highly experienced podcaster, producer, and storyteller. As a co-founder of TruStory FM, he has worked on numerous incredible podcasts covering a wide range of topics, from self-improvement to movies. With years of experience crafting compelling narratives and facilitating meaningful conversations, Pete has a talent for making complex ideas both accessible and engaging. We’re thrilled to have him with us to share his knowledge and passion for film as we dive into Patch Adams, the heartwarming and thought-provoking movie directed by Tom Shadyac. Together, we’ll explore the film’s themes, its impact, and how it blends humor with deeper messages about healing and humanity. Prepare for an engaging conversation filled with insights, laughter, and maybe even a few tears!
Notes
Watch our conversation on YouTube (https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLA1noOBer3Z6UHxXZ0J-jB6SlQnzg_Fvp&feature=shared)!
Watch this on Apple (https://tv.apple.com/us/movie/patch-adams/umc.cmc.4wlwisxc2iu5nsvrqacp3ox07) or Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Patch-Adams-Tom-Shadyac/dp/B009CGRXSK/ref=sr_1_1?crid=DU9MGX05AUKE&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.2dmLssZcVtFDkIrcqQ_GknAnLwzoffYN8IG7dmsll8YJX7Wc-UaaNKb_YwsPmo6dc6kw_x77XeBFjEB2qT88kF9YMFTSmQNjSHJwHp5RB1jY6PLO68e0YNIyncFEQJSvxMdB3RXcqtihgmwSyPHE7UmYjWUX2p5Y2XcRVAtn8-A0JT1EINzN9jNvWSImZTwdcn8smgGtd51UCmqwN-vQjf5OMddmFrQZZzB0WFCtlVw.nwzEHBdg85HS_8byXh2LyBpqs_1apCrqiAIP9Q08R4w&dib_tag=se&keywords=patch+adams&qid=1741062301&s=instant-video&sprefix=patch%2Cinstant-video%2C179&sr=1-1), or find other places at JustWatch (https://www.justwatch.com/us/movie/patch-adams)
Script Options (http://www.script-o-rama.com/movie_scripts/p/patch-adams-script-transcript-robin.html)
Theatrical trailer: https://youtu.be/GMFCiB5Bzso?feature=shared (https://youtu.be/GMFCiB5Bzso?feature=shared)
Original Material (https://www.patchadams.org/)
Letterboxd (https://letterboxd.com/film/patch-adams/)
Website: SN Pictures
(https://sites.google.com/view/sn-pictures/home?authuser=0)
Individual Links
Pete Wright's Letterboxd (https://letterboxd.com/petewright/)
Nick's Letterboxd (https://letterboxd.com/nick_wr/)
SN Pictures Letterboxd (https://letterboxd.com/sn_pictures/)
SN Pictures Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/@SANICK2024)
Nick Wright Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/nick.wrong4?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==)
Sanjay Kumar Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/sanjayarmankumar?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==)
Nick's Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/@NEW24182/videos)
28 Feb 2025
Unidentified
Welcome to a very special episode of Film Surgery!
This week, we are discussing our film, Unidentified. It follows the daily life of two brothers, Shawn (Eliot Derbenti) and Eli (Nick Wright), as they search for a mysterious creature that appears in their neighborhood. This movie was incredibly fun to film and served as a fantastic story for my first experience co-directing, editing, and starring in!
If you want to go check out this amazing movie, click HERE (https://youtu.be/HlyD7DfA530?feature=shared)!
Thank you so much to Sanjay Arman Kumar for creating a mysterious story. If you liked this film, go check out more of Sanjay's films on his YouTube channel, which is linked here (https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEdyAkN1BT5apKNWLEAXXfWQ149eUi5f_&feature=shared)!
Other Links
Letterboxd (https://boxd.it/bLnQD)
SN Pictures Youtube (https://youtube.com/@sanick2024?feature=shared)
Nick Wright Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/nick.wrong4/)
Sanjay Kumar Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/sanjayarmankumar?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==)
Nick's Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/@NEW24182)
29 Jan 2025
Awakenings
In this episode of Film Surgery, hosts Sanjay and Nick take on a more profound and emotionally resonant topic: the depiction of Parkinson’s disease and related neurological conditions in cinema. Their discussion centers around the 1990 film Awakenings, directed by Penny Marshall and starring Robin Williams and Robert De Niro.
19 Jan 2025
The LA Fires
In this bonus episode of Film Surgery, we interviewed folks from LA to hear their stories from behind this tragic event.
21 Nov 2024
The Theory of Everything
Film Surgery co-hosts Sanjay and Nick dissect The Theory of Everything, highlighting its powerful portrayal of Stephen Hawking's life, struggles, and groundbreaking scientific achievements.
9 Nov 2024
One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest
In this podcast episode of Film Surgery, hosts Nick Wright and Sanjay Kumar review One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, the 1975 film starring Jack Nicholson. The story, set in a psychiatric hospital, focuses on the character Randle P. McMurphy (Nicholson), who pretends to be mentally ill to avoid prison but clashes with the institution’s authority, especially Nurse Ratched. The hosts praise Nicholson's performance, discussing his unique portrayal of McMurphy, who doesn’t exhibit symptoms like other patients. They highlight comedic scenes, such as McMurphy’s antics with the bus and boat fishing scene, illustrating his rebellious, charismatic influence on fellow patients. The hosts admire Louise Fletcher's performance as Nurse Ratched, noting her ability to remain calm and subtly menacing, which made her a memorable antagonist.
STAY TUNED FOR OUR NEXT APPOINTMENT: The Theory of Everything!
7 Nov 2024
Trailer
Hello! Welcome to Film Surgery! Where we dissect deep into the amazing world of cinema. We’re your hosts, Nick Wright, and Sanjay Arman Kumar II, and we’re thrilled to have you join us on this journey. In each episode, we’ll dive deep into the heart of movies, exploring their stories, characters, and the fascinating ways they bring different worlds to life. So grab your popcorn and scrubs, and get ready for an exciting adventure with us here at Film Surgery!
Links
Sanjay Arman Kumar II (https://www.instagram.com/sanjayarmankumar?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==)
Nick Wright
(https://www.instagram.com/nick.wrong4/)SN Pictures (https://www.instagram.com/sanick_24/)
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