Discovering Film

Discovering Film (2014- )

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The story of some of the biggest stars of the silver screen and a look back at their careers in film.

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Scheduleevery Wednesday at 21:00 (60 min)

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Sean Penn
Season 16Episode 1360 min

Sean Penn

A profile of the American actor and director, who starred in Dead Man Walking, Carlito's Way and The Thin Red Line and won Academy Awards for his roles in Mystic River and Milk.

Dec 6, 2023

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EpisodeNameAirdate
S16E13Sean PennDec 6, 2023
S16E12Julianne MooreNov 29, 2023
S16E11Russell CroweNov 22, 2023
S16E10Frederic MarchNov 15, 2023
S16E09Octavia SpencerNov 8, 2023
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did "Discovering Film" premiere?

"Discovering Film" first premiered on September 23, 2014.

Who is the host of "Discovering Film"?

The late film critic Roger Ebert is the host of "Discovering Film," as he narrates each episode.

How many episodes were there in the first season of "Discovering Film"?

The first season of "Discovering Film" consists of 13 episodes.

What type of films are covered in "Discovering Film"?

"Discovering Film" delves into a wide variety of films, including foreign films, documentaries, and cult classics.

Which episode of "Discovering Film" covers the making of "Taxi Driver"?

The fifth episode of "Discovering Film," titled "Taxi Driver," covers the making of the iconic Martin Scorsese film.

Who directed "The Godfather"?

Francis Ford Coppola directed "The Godfather," which is covered in the ninth episode of "Discovering Film."

Which episode of "Discovering Film" covers the making of "Blade Runner"?

The twelfth episode of "Discovering Film" focuses on the making of the sci-fi classic "Blade Runner."

Which episode of "Discovering Film" covers the works of Alfred Hitchcock?

The second episode of "Discovering Film," titled "Alfred Hitchcock," covers the work of the legendary director.

What makes "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" a cult classic?

"The Rocky Horror Picture Show" is considered a cult classic due to its unique blend of campy humor, horror elements, and its interactive nature with the audience at midnight showings. This film is covered in the seventh episode of "Discovering Film."

Which episode of "Discovering Film" covers the work of Stanley Kubrick?

The third episode of "Discovering Film," titled "Stanley Kubrick," examines the work of this legendary director.

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