WHAT WENT WRONG

It’s Tom Hardy vs. everyone in part 2 of Mad Max: Fury Road! Find out how he and Charlize Theron almost came to blows, and why he apologized to George Miller after seeing the film. Chris and Lizzie also cover post-production and the bumpy road to the Oscars. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mad Max: Fury Road took almost 20 years to make it to the screen, and faced a nearly impossible set of challenges. Find out how a talking pig and dancing penguins helped make one of the greatest action movies of all time possible, why Charlize Theron was dying to be in a Mad Max movie, and why the ghost of Heath Ledger haunted George Miller. This is part 1 where we’ll be covering the development and pre-production leading up to filming.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Starring Robert De Niro, Laurence Fishburne and Matt Dillon? This week, join Chris and Lizzie as they learn how Spike Lee fought the powers that be to bring his 1989 classic to life! From executives hand-wringing over riots (that would never happen), last minute budget cuts and an all time Oscar snub, Do the Right Thing’s continued success and relevance is a testament to the power of an incredible cast and crew.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Was The Omen the most cursed movie ever made? Or was it just… the 70’s? Join Lizzie and Chris as they explore the series of tragic, strange, and mysterious events that plagued Gregory Peck and the crew of 1976’s horror classic The Omen. Could it be true that the devil didn’t want this movie to be made?!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What do you do when the number one on your call sheet won’t stop farting? Embrace it! This week, Chris & Lizzie travel to the Klatu Nebula to cover Galaxy Quest, a nearly perfect film almost undone by a terrible marketing campaign. Learn how this production survived the loss of its first director, on set script changes, and Alan Rickman’s despair at working with Tim Allen to become one of David Mamet’s favorite films.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What do Chernobyl, Fat Albert, and Andre the Giant have in common? Why The Princess Bride, of course! Discover how this incredible film took over 14 years to make, why it was NOT a box office success, and how a massive fart can teach you the most important lesson in human empathy. Join Chris and Lizzie for the inconceivable tale of this beloved movie, directed by Rob Reiner, starring Robin Wright, Cary Elwes, Mandy Patinkin and so so many more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In part 3 of our coverage of Peter Jackson’s The Lord of the Rings, Chris & Lizzie explore how Andy Serkis paved the way for Avatar, the pitfalls of an on-set gimp-suit, and why you should never cut one of Christopher Lee’s favorite scenes.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Check out this sneak peak of What Went Wrong host Lizzie Bassett's episode of Glamorous Trash with Chelsea Devantez. They're discussing Tippi Hedren's memoir in all its lion-filled glory - head over to Chelsea's feed to listen to the full episode now! https://link.chtbl.com/ChelseaDevantezGlamorous Trash is all about going high and low at the same time— Glam and Trash. We recap and book club celebrity memoirs, deconstruct pop culture, and sometimes, we cry! If you've ever referenced Mariah Carey in therapy... then this is the podcast for you.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In Part 2 of our coverage of Peter Jackson’s The Lord of the Rings, Chris & Lizzie learn how Sean Connery missed out on half a billion bucks, Stanley Kubrick inadvertently gave us Wolverine and Gandalf, and New Line’s decision to bet the franchise on a $2M blowout at Cannes.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Lord of the Rings directed by… Quentin Tarantino? Planet of the Apes starring… Arnold Schwarzenegger? Hugh Jackman never playing Wolverine??? Let Part 1 of Chris & Lizzie’s three episode exploration of Peter Jackson’s The Lord of the Rings be proof that we definitively do not live in the darkest timeline.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week we are sharing an episode of "The Op", a new podcast created by friend-of-the-pod, Steadicam Operator Dave Chameides. Listen to his fascinating interview with Director Tommy Schlamme (ER, West Wing, House of Cards, and much more).Don't forget to tune in next week for the Season 5 premier of What Went Wrong!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Toxic body paint, third degree burns and 80 cigarettes a day, oh my! This week we cover the 1939 classic, The Wizard of Oz. A film that brought joy to so many was a nightmare for most of its cast, especially for 16 year old Judy Garland.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Pissed off Russell Crowe, a fatal drinking game and Phoenician fainting spells - how Ridley Scott’s Gladiator went from 32 page shooting script to Oscar glory.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Near decapitation, sunken sets, and an incredibly expensive divorce... 1994 was not Kevin Costner’s year. This week we’re talking about the notorious box office bomb that wasn’t: Waterworld. Join us as we dive into the story behind a film that lost audiences before it even hit theaters. JOIN OUR PATREON FOR 'WWW' BONUS CONTENT!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

6,000 snakes! A suitcase full of SpaghettiOs! Is Indiana Jones a sex offender? This week join Lizzie & Chris as they plunder the 1981 classic, Raiders of the Lost Ark! Learn how Spielberg and Lucas reinvented the B-movie by letting go of perfection and “just shoot(ing) the f*cker”. JOIN OUR PATREON FOR 'WWW' BONUS CONTENT!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Joan Crawford may have haunted the set, but the real terror on 1981’s “Mommie Dearest” just might have been Faye Dunaway. This week we explore how an Oscar hopeful went from controversial memoir to instant camp classic. From accidental stabbings to dueling husbands, this one really has it all. As Mommie would say: bring us the axe! JOIN OUR PATREON FOR 'WWW' BONUS CONTENT!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chris & Lizzie break down the dual WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. Join them to learn the basics on AI, mini-rooms, minimums and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Rick Moranis gets fired, Judd Nelson goes full A**hole, and 16 year old Molly Ringwald wields her power as John Hughes’ muse to great effect. This week we discuss 1985’s trope-defining 'The Breakfast Club', its shoestring budget, 110 degree set, and the birth of the Brat Pack. JOIN OUR PATREON FOR 'WWW' BONUS CONTENT!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Marvel movie Marvel wants you to forget! This week, Lizzie and Chris dive deep on full-breasted waterfowl, the ethics of using a child actor to perform a duck/human love scene, and why Howard T. Duck may have cost George Lucas seven billion dollars. JOIN OUR PATREON FOR 'WWW' BONUS CONTENT!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week we are joined by friend of the pod, legendary steadiam operator, Dave Chameides, to talk about safety. Too often on this podcast we find ourselves discussing people being hurt or killed in situations that could have been avoided. In his extensive career, Dave has worked with the Local 600 Safety Committee to establish on-set safety guidelines and protocols that keep cast and crew safe. Join us for a discussion on what has been done, and the work that remains to be done to keep people safe while they make the films and TV shows we know and love.For more 'Below The Line' and 'Ripped From The Headlines' content, join us on our Patreon!JOIN OUR PATREON FOR 'WWW' BONUS CONTENT!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.