{"podcast":{"title":"Movies We Like","slug":"movies-we-like-5626885","podcast_index_feed_id":5626885,"rss_url":"https://www.spreaker.com/show/6693359/episodes/feed","website_url":"https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/movies-we-like--6693359","image_url":"https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/bafb7c01474a2469fb6f3adb21710273.jpg","author":"TruStory FM","episode_count":62,"summary":"Movies We Like with Andy Nelson & Pete Wright invites you inside the minds of Hollywood's finest artists as they share their favorite films and reveal the hidden magic that inspires their own award-winning work. Ever wonder how a cinematographer experiences Apocalypse Now ? Or what a costume designer sees in Amélie that you might have missed? Each episode peels back the curtain on a beloved film through the unique lens of someone who's dedicated their life to the craft of moviemaking. Our guests include: Oscar-winning costume designers Renowned cinematographers Innovative production designers Award-winning editors Accomplished actors And other film industry virtuosos Whether you're a die-hard cinephile or simply curious about how movies really get made, Movies We Like offers an education you won't find in film school. Release Schedule: New episodes release on the fourth Monday of every month Members get exclusive early access one week before public release Full episode archive available to members Listen and learn more at TruStory FM or discover membership benefits . Part of The Next Reel family of film podcasts","last_synced_at":null,"page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/movies-we-like-5626885"},"episode":{"title":"Editor Lucy Donaldson on Jesus Christ Superstar","slug":"editor-lucy-donaldson-on-jesus-christ-superstar","published_at":"2025-05-12T10:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/movies-we-like-5626885/editor-lucy-donaldson-on-jesus-christ-superstar","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/movies-we-like-5626885","url":"https://www.spreaker.com/episode/editor-lucy-donaldson-on-jesus-christ-superstar--67102726","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/op3.dev/e/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67102726/337a07ea.mp3","summary":"“All your followers are blind, Too much heaven on their minds, It was beautiful but now it's sour, Yes it's all gone sour.” Talking About Jesus Christ Superstar with our guest, editor Lucy Donaldson Film editor Lucy Donaldson joins Andy Nelson and Pete Wright to discuss Norman Jewison's bold 1973 musical adaptation Jesus Christ Superstar and share insights from her impressive editing career. From working on acclaimed projects like Ma to recent hits like A Haunting in Venice , Donaldson brings her expert perspective to analyzing what makes this unconventional rock opera work so magnificently on screen. In this entertaining and insightful conversation, Donaldson opens up about her journey in the film industry, from her early days at the National Film and Television School to assisting on major productions at Blumhouse before landing breakthrough editing opportunities. The discussion explores the collaborative nature of film editing, working with directors, and how test screenings help shape the final cut. The conversation then dives deep into Jesus Christ Superstar , examining how Jewison's creative vision of hippie performers telling the Biblical story in the Israeli desert creates a uniquely compelling cinematic experience. From the magnetic performances of Ted Neely as Jesus and Carl Anderson as Judas to the bold editing choices and striking cinematography, the group analyzes what makes this controversial film continue to resonate decades later. With its daring artistic choices, memorable musical numbers, and raw emotional power, Jesus Christ Superstar remains a fascinating piece of cinema that challenges conventional storytelling. Through Donaldson's thoughtful analysis and personal connection to the film, we gain new appreciation for this groundbreaking rock opera t…","meta_description":"“All your followers are blind, Too much heaven on their minds, It was beautiful but now it's sour, Yes it's all gone sour.” Talking About Jesus Christ Sup…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":3389,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/movies-we-like-5626885/episodes/editor-lucy-donaldson-on-jesus-christ-superstar/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/movies-we-like-5626885/editor-lucy-donaldson-on-jesus-christ-superstar.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}