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MOVIE RESEARCH GURU LAUNCHES ALL NEW FILMMAKING PODCAST

Kevin Goetz, founder and CEO of Screen Engine/ASI, the global leader in entertainment research and content testing, has launched an all new filmmaking podcast.

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LOS ANGELES, Calif. /PRNewswire/ — Kevin Goetz, founder and CEO of Screen Engine/ASI, the global leader in entertainment research and content testing, has launched an all new filmmaking podcast. The show, Don’t Kill the Messenger with Movie Research Expert Kevin Goetz, brings his book Audienceology to life by sharing intimate conversations with some of the most prominent filmmakers in Hollywood on a broad range of topics including the business of movies, film history, the moviegoing experience in the rise of streaming, and how audience research helps shape the most successful movies of all time.

(Podcast Host Reel) Don’t Kill the Messenger with Movie Research Expert Kevin Goetz – Bringing the book Audienceology to life through intimate conversations with some of the biggest filmmaker names in Hollywood on a broad range of topics including the business of movies, film history, the moviegoing experience in the rise of streaming, and how audience research helps shape the most successful movies of all time.

On the first and third Wednesday of each month, a new episode is released featuring an interview with a prominent filmmaker, studio executive, or other movie and entertainment figures. Topics include stories of their filmmaking experiences, the impact that audience test screenings have had on their films, behind the scenes stories of filmmaker challenges, breaking into the industry, important filmmaking tips, and more. There are currently 8 episodes available including interviews with producer Graham King (Bohemian Rhapsody, The Departed), Dean Devlin (Independence Day, The Patriot), creator Andy Marks (journalist, photographer, musician, and grandson of two film greats, Groucho Marks and Gus Kahn), director David Leitch & producer Kelly McCormick (Atomic Blonde, Deadpool 2), producer Jason Blum (Paranormal Activity, Insidious, Halloween Ends), director/writer/producer Deon Taylor & producer Roxanne Avent Taylor (Fatale, Meet the Blacks), producer Neal Moritz (Fast and Furious franchise, Sonic the Hedgehog franchise), and producer Todd Garner (Paul Blart: Mall Cop, Mortal Kombat, Zookeeper). Upcoming interviews include editor Billy Goldenberg, producer George Tillman Jr., producer Monica Levinson, and editor David Rosenbloom among others.

Host Kevin Goetz has been at the center of what Hollywood calls the ‘movie research’ industry for more than thirty years and his position in the entertainment world is quite unique. Named one of the most powerful and influential people in Southern California by The Los Angeles Times Magazine, Goetz became one of the leading advisors, researchers, and focus group moderators over two decades before starting Screen Engine/ASI. Today, his worldwide research firm is a multi-million-dollar company where he works alongside the major film studio chiefs, decision-makers, network and streaming platform executives. The insights produced by his firm touch every aspect of entertainment and television content creation from selection, acquisition, casting, and production, to post-production, marketing, and distribution.

Goetz recently wrote his first book published by Simon & Schuster, Audienceology: How Moviegoers Shape the Films We Love about an important aspect of his business—audience test screenings. He has also produced twelve movies and brings both a marketing and filmmaking perspective and language to the interpretation of his research analysis.

Kevin Goetz is a member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and several other distinguished organizations including the Television Academy and the Producers Guild of America.

Don’t Kill the Messenger with Movie Research Expert Kevin Goetz is available on all major podcast platforms. For additional information, please visit www.KevinGoetz360.com.

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Hollywood Legend Rob Reiner and Wife Found Dead; Son in Custody

Renowned filmmaker Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele Singer Reiner, were found dead in their Los Angeles home in a reported homicide. Police have arrested their son in connection with the case, and tributes are pouring in.

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Director Rob Reiner participates in a discussion following a screening of the film LBJ at the LBJ Presidential Library in Austin, Texas on Saturday October 22, 2016
On Saturday evening October 22, 2016, the LBJ Presidential Library held a sneak peek of Rob Reiner’s new filmÊLBJ, starring Woody Harrelson as the 36th president. The film, which premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival in September, chronicles the life and times of Lyndon Johnson who would inherit the presidency at one of the most fraught moments in American history.
Following the screening, director Rob Reiner, actor Woody Harrelson, and writer Joey Hartstone joined LBJ Library Director Mark Updegrove on stage for a conversation about the film.
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Hollywood Legend Rob Reiner and Wife Found Dead; Son in Custody

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Renowned filmmaker and actor Rob Reiner, 78, and his wife Michele Singer Reiner, 68, were found dead in their Brentwood, Los Angeles home on Sunday, authorities say. Emergency responders were called to the residence Sunday afternoon, where both were discovered with fatal wounds consistent with a stabbing. Police are treating the case as a double homicide. 

Los Angeles police arrested the couple’s 32-year-old son, Nick Reiner, in connection with the deaths. He is being held in custody as investigators continue to piece together the circumstances surrounding the incident. 

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Reiner was one of Hollywood’s most influential figures, known for his work as a director, producer and actor. His career spanned decades, from early television fame to directing beloved films that shaped American cinema. 

Friends, colleagues and public figures have begun sharing tributes and reactions to the news as the investigation is ongoing. 

More details will be updated as they become available.

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Hollywood vs. Reality: How LA’s Wilshire Subway Was Really Built

Wilshire Subway: Did LA blast subway tunnels under Wilshire Boulevard? Hollywood says yes — engineers say no. Here’s how Metro safely tunneled beneath Miracle Mile.

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When the 1997 disaster film Volcano depicted lava erupting along Wilshire Boulevard and referenced blasting during Red Line subway construction, it delivered gripping cinema — but not accurate engineering.

In reality, Los Angeles Metro did not rely on large-scale blasting to construct subway tunnels beneath Wilshire Boulevard and the Miracle Mile. Instead, engineers used tunnel boring machines (TBMs) specifically to avoid the very risks Hollywood dramatized.

Why Blasting Was Avoided

The Wilshire Corridor sits atop historic oil fields, making methane gas pockets a known and serious concern. A deadly methane explosion near Fairfax Avenue in 1985 led to heightened scrutiny of underground construction in the area. Blasting in such conditions could have caused unpredictable gas releases, ground instability, or damage to surface structures.

As a result, Metro engineers chose pressurized, closed-face tunnel boring machines, which allow for:

  • Controlled excavation in dense urban environments

  • Continuous ground support to prevent settlement

  • Integrated gas detection and ventilation systems

These machines grind slowly through soil and rock while installing precast concrete tunnel linings, creating a sealed, gas-resistant structure as they advance. envato labs image edit

The Real Engineering Feat

Although Volcano took creative liberties for dramatic effect, the true story of tunneling under Wilshire is no less impressive. Advances in TBM technology and methane mitigation ultimately allowed the Metro D Line (formerly the Red Line/Purple Line) to safely pass through one of Los Angeles’ most geologically complex corridors — without explosions, collapsing streets, or cinematic chaos.

Bottom Line

Volcano remains a memorable piece of 1990s disaster cinema, but its portrayal of subway construction is fiction. The real achievement lies in decades of careful planning, modern tunneling technology, and engineering solutions that quietly reshaped Los Angeles beneath its busiest boulevard.

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Beam Unveils Veo 3.1-Powered AI Platform: Transforming Videos into Playable Games and Interactive Stories

Discover Beam’s new Veo 3.1-powered AI platform, transforming videos into playable mini-games and interactive stories—no coding required. Explore the future of interactive media for creators and storytellers.

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Beam Unveils Veo 3.1-Powered AI Platform: Transforming Videos into Playable Games and Interactive Stories

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In a year where generative AI and short-form content are rewriting the rules of digital storytelling, Beam is pushing the boundaries even further. Today, Beam—developed by Phaser Studio Inc.—announced the launch of its Veo 3.1-powered AI platform, a groundbreaking tool that empowers creators to turn ordinary videos into playable mini-games and interactive AI stories, all without writing a single line of code.

Video, Reimagined: From Passive Watching to Active Playing

For decades, video has been the dominant format online—but it’s always been a one-way street: watch, react, repeat. Beam is flipping that script. By introducing “playable video,” Beam merges the worlds of generative AI, interactive media, and game creation. The result? Stories and experiences that aren’t just watched, but actively played and explored.
“Video has become the dominant format on the internet, but it’s always been passive,” says Matt Dukes, CEO of Beam. “Beam turns video into something interactive. By combining Veo 3.1 with a no-code game-creation workflow, we’re giving creators a new medium where stories, games, and short-form content all converge and come to life.”

How It Works: No-Code Creation, Limitless Possibilities

Beam’s platform is powered by a multi-model AI engine, including the latest Veo 3.1 and other advanced video generation models. Here’s what makes it unique:
  • AI-Generated Media: Instantly create video, images, and music using cutting-edge AI tools.
  • Drag-and-Drop Grid Editor: Arrange scenes, add branching choices, and build interactive storylines—all visually, right in your browser.
  • Instant Publishing: Share your playable mini-games and interactive shorts to the web with a single click.
The platform is designed for everyone—from indie storytellers and educators to brands and viral content creators. Early adopters are already bringing to life dating sims, choose-your-own-adventure stories, action-packed mini-games, interactive ASMR experiences, and even wholesome, playable pet tales.

Free Early Access for Creators

Beam is rolling out with an early-access program that offers unlimited free generations. This means creators can experiment, iterate, and publish their first projects without barriers. Looking ahead, Beam plans to introduce monetization, discovery, and distribution tools to help creators grow their audiences and revenue.
One early creator summed it up perfectly: “I’ve used AI video tools before, but Beam is the first time I felt like I was actually building a game, not just generating clips. Being able to turn a video into something people can interact with completely changes how I think about storytelling.”

The Future of Interactive Media

Beam isn’t just another AI tool—it’s a new creative medium. As Dukes puts it, “AI unlocked image creation. Then it unlocked video. Playable video is the next step in the evolution of digital media, and Beam is built specifically for that future.”
Ready to start building? Explore Beam’s platform and see how you can turn your next story into a playable experience: https://beam.game/

About Beam: Beam, from Phaser Studio Inc., is an AI-powered platform that lets anyone turn video into playable mini-games and interactive stories. With Veo 3.1 at its core, Beam brings together AI video, sound, visuals, and easy-to-use branching logic for a true no-code creative workflow.
For more info, visit https://beam.game/

Who do you see benefiting most from this kind of platform—independent creators, educators, brands, or someone else? Let’s discuss how this tech could shape the next wave of interactive storytelling!
Source: Phaser Studio Inc.
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