Netflix's 'Rebel Ridge' Is A Must-Watch | Director Jeremy Saulnier Interview

Filmmaker Jeremy Saulnier joins the show to discuss the making of his new Netflix film “Rebel Ridge,” starring Aaron Pierre, AnnaSophia Robb, and Don Johnson. After the interview, Sean gives his thoughts on “Rebel Ridge,” Jake reviews Tim Burton’s “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” and we play a “Beetlejuice” edition of the IMDb game.

What are you seeing this weekend? Whether you’re making it out to the theater for the “Beetlejuice” sequel, staying in to stream “Rebel Ridge” or both, let us know your thoughts in the comments.

00:00:00 - Intro
00:06:28 - Jeremy Saulnier Interview
00:24:29 - ‘Rebel Ridge’ Review
00:31:42 - ‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’ Review
00:41:52 - IMDb Game: ‘Beetlejuice’ Edition
01:03:37 - Outro

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[teenOfficial]

Aaron Pierre is the next movie star. WE NEED MORE

[gilpinsteven]

Jeremy Saulnier is brilliant and one of the best writer/directors working today.

[erocks]

Wow you got Jeremy Saulnier, can't wait to listen later. One of my absolute favorites.

[MrMisuma]

Blue Ruin and Green Room are some of my favorite movies 😊

[danielcamacho]

Jeremy Saulnier is such a great get for the show. An uber talented (and in my opinion underrated) filmmaker, and a great interview. Awesome work, Sean! Can't wait to see Rebel Ridge this weekend.

[SpaceLordG-eqpu]

Aaron Pierre was FUCKING FANTASTIC. Jeremy Saulnier has yet to let me down

[G.Snackwell]

I would LOVE to see Saulnier direct an Alien film.

[zioadams]

Rebel Ridge was awesome! Thank you for this interview, if it wasn't for you I would've skipped this movie

[prberg]

Fun episode! Beetlejuice 2 didn't quite work for me.. but still a fun outing. Favorite Tim Burton character would have to be Batman/Bruce Wayne and Jack Skellington.

[josemunoz]

My all-time fav tim burton character has to be michael keaton as Batman/ Bruce Wayne. Simply because he's the best batman ever! Also, jake was right about the first season of the The Exorcist tv series it was amazing

[BIGxBOSSxx]

Jeremy is my new favorite director. Between Blue Ruin, Green Room, and Rebel Ridge, his resume is damn near perfect.

[vzawada]

great episode as usual would love for you guys to do a Coen brothers tier list

[sweetlows]

If you are looking for more beetlejuice, I'd highly recommend the musical. It's very funny, gets beetlejuice right, Alex Brightman is fantastic, and expands on the characters well. It's currently touring so there is chance it'll be coming to you soon! I'm seeing it in January. I'd also suggest watching "waiting in the wings" video on the crazy journey that show had.

[samgraef]

Sean, Jake, and Gabe should have agreed behind Kevin’s back to heap praise on The Dark Knight Rises during the Nolan tier list, and then fought for it to be the masterpiece. If done right, it could’ve been a beautiful prank on Kev

[Dschwa]

I'd love to see you guys do a PTA tier list!

[rediscoverwithsharona]

Hi Guys,
Yes you did do a tier list for Kevin Smith.
But guys I have amazing idea for you. A NEW tier list idea. Composers. Eg Hans Zimmer tier list.
As well as Leo Dicaprio, Mission Impossible, Alien, Stelberg, and Cameron tier list please

[sodeiku]

you know, if Mahershala decided to leave Blade, please cast Aaron as Blade, his charisma is of the chart

[dvkmrishab]

51:30 Which movie is this catchphrase “THE KIDDD…” in reference to?

[ezekielojo]

It was GREAT! But… the ending was too abrupt!

[inawoodenhouse]

Betelgeuse like the star is spelled Betelgeuse, that's all i know 😅