Louis CK w/ Sam Morril & Mark Normand - We Might Be Drunk Podcast

Louis C.K. returns to We Might Be Drunk to celebrate his brand-new Netflix special and dive into one of the most movie-obsessed conversations we've ever had. Louis, Mark, and Sam break down everything from filmmaking and directing to bombing in comedy clubs, building new material, and what separates great comics from everyone else. Along the way they recommend dozens of incredible films—from Hollywood classics to hidden foreign masterpieces—and explain why these movies have stuck with them for years. If you're looking for your next great movie, this episode is packed with recommendations. Movies & TV mentioned (roughly in order): Broadchurch Doctor Who Sherlock (BBC) Elementary Billy Madison Ali Manhunter Thief The Insider Inside Man 25th Hour Malcolm X She's Gotta Have It Jungle Fever He Got Game Get on the Bus Clockers Exotica Out of the Blue Society of the Snow Alive Children of Men Parasite The Host Memories of Murder Early Spring (Yasujirō Ozu) All That Jazz Another Round The Age of Innocence Don't Look Now Death Wish Hard Times The Magnificent Seven To Be or Not to Be Decision Before Dawn Plus stories about Louie, Lucky Louie, Shameless, Chris Rock, Richard Pryor, George Carlin, bombing on purpose, and why Louis believes great comedy starts where most comics get uncomfortable. Support Our Sponsors Whisker – Litter-Robot Get $50 OFF bundles with promo code WMBD: https://www.litter-robot.com/WMBD Shopify Sign up for your $1/month trial: https://shopify.com/drunk Follow Louis C.K. Netflix Special: https://www.netflix.com/ Tour Dates & Tickets: https://louisck.com/ Follow Mark & Sam Mark Normand https://marknormandcomedy.com/ Sam Morril https://www.sammorril.com/ Subscribe to We Might Be Drunk Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6xzkW8T... Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ Instagram:   / wemightbedrunkpod   TikTok:   / wemightbedrunkpod   Clips Channel:    / @wemightbedrunkclips   Produced by Gotham Production Studios Need a professional podcast studio in New York City? 🎙 Gotham Production Studios https://www.gothamproductionstudios.com/ Recording • Video • Editing • Livestreaming • Remote Guests Like, subscribe, and leave a comment letting us know which movie recommendation you're watching first! 00:00:00 Introduction and new special on Netflix 00:01:00 Discussion on content algorithms and patterns 00:01:29 Shared interest in British detective shows 00:04:13 The aesthetic and lighting of modern movies 00:04:39 Impact of publicists on star behavior 00:06:15 Reflection on the Chris Rock slap 00:07:41 Love for Michael Mann and classic films 00:11:41 Exploring slow-burn and foreign cinema 00:12:52 Casting memories from the show "Louie" 00:16:47 Evolution of the Comedy Cellar's popularity 00:18:12 Directorial influences: Scorsese and Lina Wertmüller 00:24:04 The filmmaking genius of Yasujirō Ozu 00:27:19 Ambiguous endings and "Remains of the Day" 00:29:56 Sponsorship break 00:32:19 Discussing "Don't Look Now" and "Death Wish" 00:35:09 Charles Bronson and "Hard Times" 00:36:56 Reality in post-war 1950s war films 00:39:54 Curiosity as a driver for creativity 00:41:01 Dealing with rejection and bombing on stage 00:44:03 Finding dignity and lessons in bad sets 00:46:59 Shift from static sets to annual specials 00:53:51 Writing dark jokes and pushing boundaries 00:56:50 Current writing process and taking breaks 00:59:08 Reflections on retirement and returning to comedy 01:03:39 The difficulty of excellence in sports and art 01:08:09 Formulaic writing vs. finding fresh voices 01:12:58 Favorite specials and refining stage language 01:15:18 Inspiration behind the old folks' home bit 01:18:09 Future goals and current touring schedules