If you love movies as much as we do—and we know you do—tune in every month as James Faust, artistic director of the Dallas International Film festival, takes deep dives into movies with the people making them. And the people watching them. It’s your chance to get unique perspectives and insights into the world of films.

Talking Pictures
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If you love movies as much as we do—and we know you do—tune in every month as James Faust, artistic director of the Dallas International Film festival, takes deep dives into movies with the people making them. And the people watching them. It’s your chance to get unique perspectives and insights into the world of films.
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Recent Episodes

January 28, 2026
Psycho Analysis
<p>As the Hitchcock classic Psycho turns 65, James sits down with SMU film professor, Dr. Rick Worland, to examine this groundbreaking masterpiece from every angle. From it being one of the first movies where you actually see a toilet to the use of 75 camera setups to shoot the terrifying shower scene to Hitchcock having to put up his own money to get the film made. </p>

January 23, 2026
Matter of Time
<p>In Matter of Time, a young video game designer receives a magical time-stopping device from the eccentric owner of a toy shop, played by Stranger Things’ Sean Astin. Director Jeremy Snead, producer Jason Baumgarner and cast members Jamie Alexander and Casey Siemer answer audience questions about making the film following a screening.</p>

March 17, 2025
Let Us Prey
<p>In Prey, the latest installment of the Predator franchise, a young Comanche woman strives to prove herself as a hunter. James sits down with one of the film’s producers, Jhane Myers, herself a member of the Comanche and Blackfeet nations. An Emmy award- winning and PGA nominated filmmaker, Myers is a warrior for films that preserve the legacies of Native communities. And for great film in general. </p>
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