Morgan Freeman

Morgan Freeman has spent decades captivating audiences with his performances in films like The Shawshank Redemption, Driving Miss Daisy and Invictus . In this conversation, Freeman opens up to Al Roker about his journey from stage to screen, his admiration for Nelson Mandela and the lessons he’s carried through his career. Freeman also shares his latest project, the Symphonic Blues Experience, which blends American blues with European classical music, something he calls one of the most meaningful accomplishments of his life. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

John Hickman discussed his acting career, highlighting his experiences working with notable actors like Morgan Freeman, Al Pacino, and Tommy Lee Jones. He shared insights into the demanding schedules of film sets, including a nine-hour fight scene with Tyrese Gibson. Hickman also mentioned his transition into acting at age 40 after winning a walk-on role on "True Blood." He expressed a desire to work with Denzel Washington and Nikki Glaser. Hickman is promoting his new film "The Gunner" and a documentary he produced, "Jailhouse to Millhouse," about Pamela Hayden's life. He also reflected on his experiences with various actors and the challenges of special effects. 00:00 - Intro 00:13 - Discussion on College Football & Nick Saban 02:21 - Working with Morgan Freeman & Work Ethic 05:27 - Experiences with Other Actors & Roles 06:46 - Learning from Al Pacino & Personal Anecdotes 12:32 - Transitioning into Acting & Early Roles 16:21 - Traveling for Roles & Working with Nicholas Cage 20:36 - Fun Roles & Special Effects 25:18 - Desired Collaborations & Preparing for Roles 30:47 - Creepy Shooting Locations & Working with Tommy Lee Jones 33:45 - Promoting "The Gunner" and Upcoming Documentary 36:14 - Final Thoughts & Roll Tide 36:38 - Outro John Hickman IG: https://www.instagram.com/johnhickman/ Chuck Shute Link tree: https://linktr.ee/chuck_shute Support the show Thanks for Listening & Shute for the Moon!

In this podcast episode, we talked about working with the legendary Morgan Freeman, our non-profit announcement, and the power of collaboration. Our recent journey led us to an AFI tribute honoring Nicole Kidman, featuring Morgan Freeman. This incredible journey at CFA just got better—we're now an official non-profit! This opens the door to more grants, donations, and educational opportunities. As a newly minted public charity, we're reshaping the industry's future, one groundbreaking step at a time. Send us a text For our listeners, CFA’s teamed up with We Make Movies to get you a discount on production management services, including access to comprehensive production insurance and workers' comp for your next shoot. Visit wemakemovies.org/insurance and use code CFA23 on your intake form for 10% off your quote. Calling all actors! Take 25% off your membership at WeAudition with code: CFA25 Website: www.cinematographyforactors.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cinematographyforactors TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cinematographyforactors Cinematography for Actors is a community aimed at bridging the gap between talent & crew through our weekly podcast & community events. Our weekly show supports the filmmaking community through transparent, honest & technically focused interviews with the goal of elevating the art of effective storytelling.

George Gallo is a man of many creative talents, including screenwriting, filmmaking, producing and painting. Since writing his first feature film, Wise Guys (1986), he has been involved in a number of successful movies including Golden Globe nominated Midnight Run (1988), and Bad Boys (1995). His most recent film, Vanquish (2021), follows a former drug courier (actor Ruby Rose) as she is forced back into a dangerous criminal underworld by a corrupt cop (Morgan Freeman) in order to save her daughter. In this fascinating interview with Richard Williams and Aiysha Jebali, director George Gallo discusses how the two worlds of filmmaking and painting intersect, what it’s like to work alongside Morgan Freeman, and how hurricanes halted the filming of Vanquish (2021)! He also gives advice to aspiring filmmakers on the importance of having fun while making a film and allowing the film to exist without you. Credits: Presenters: Richard Williams & Aiysha Jebali Video Editor: Millie Hayward Audio Podcast Editor: Juana Rubio Print version: Keren Davies Visual Effects & Artwork: Richard Williams Images & Trailer courtesy of Lionsgate / Katrina Wan PR

In this episode, the hosts discuss some of their recently watched movies, including Netflix's The Old Guard, Jumanji: The Next Level, and Disney's Mulan (they paid the Disney+ tax). Anne keeps saying "Morgan Freeman" when she means "Danny Glover," and the affliction also gets Matt (hence the episode's title). In a lengthy edition of "What Are You Reading, What Are You Writing?", Anne discusses the show Escaping Polygamy and the new book in Jim Butcher's Dresden series. Matt talks about Dune (the book and the new trailer) plus three other books he's read since the last podcast. The hosts also chat about Matt's latest novel, Also Starring Brock Calhoun as Himself, and explain why he's trying to read more while querying his book projects. Show order Intro and The Old Guard: 00:00-14:23 Jumanji: The Next Level: 14:23-22:38 Mulan on Disney+: 22:38-35:23 What Are You Reading? What Are You Writing? 35:53-end --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/matt-adams2/message

Pete goes golfing with Morgan Freeman before we review 'The Running Man' (1987), Arnold Schwarzenegger's greatest movie role. After that, we take the time to interview French tightrope walker Charles Blondin on the time phone before he crosses Niagara Falls. Show Notes 'The Running Man' (1987) released by Braveworld Productions, HBO & Taft Entertainment. Available on NowTV & Sky Cinema Horror in the UK and on DVD/Blu Ray from Amazon Morgan Freeman is an American actor famous for roles in 'Seven' & 'The Shawshank Redemption' as well as many other film and TV appearances. Charles Blondin crossed Niagara Fals in 1859 and completed many other high profile tightrope stunts in the course of his life. 'Punisher: The War Zone' is available on Sky Cinema & NowTV in the UK and is also available from Amazon (an episode on Punisher War Zone is coming soon!) You can contact us on Twitter (@robinhoodpod) & by e-mailing petelanghelt30@gmail.com

Everyone at the Mendelsohn Studios has been rocked by the not so sudden death of Toys-backwards-r-us, and we felt we needed to process our stunned grief on the air. Also, Morgan Freeman stops by the studio to plug his pick for snack of the year, and the Dull Boys talk Magic the Gathering, Tower Records, and other things that have fallen from this mortal coil. You too can vote for your pick, Smartfood White Cheddar Popcorn or, Mr. Freeman's favorite, Fig and Honey Triscuit by writing your vote into dullcrayons@gmail.com

One of the most gifted and admired actors in America, Morgan Freeman was born in Memphis and raised in Mississippi. At an early age, he found his calling acting in school plays. In the seventh grade, he won the state championship in a student theatrical competition. In his teens he was appearing on Nashville radio. He turned down a college scholarship to join the Air Force; on leaving the service in 1959, he headed to Hollywood, where he auditioned unsuccessfully for eight impoverished years. He moved to New York City, and was finally offered a part in an Off-Broadway production about the Freedom Riders of the civil rights era. He later won a role in the Broadway production of Hello, Dolly! with Pearl Bailey and Cab Calloway. A regular role as Easy Reader on public television's The Electric Company made him a familiar figure to younger audiences, and led to film roles, including his breakout performance in Street Smart (1987). He followed with unforgettable roles in Glory and Unforgiven. After receiving Oscar nominations for his roles in Driving Miss Daisy and The Shawshank Redemption, he received a well-deserved Oscar in 2005 for his performance in Million Dollar Baby. He captured one of the century's great figures with his performance as South Africa's President Nelson Mandela in the 2009 film Invictus. In addition to his work in motion pictures, he is a founder of PLANIT NOW, an association that provides preparedness assistance to communities exposed to severe storms and hurricanes. Morgan Freeman discusses his life and career in this podcast, recorded by the Academy of Achievement in Washington D.C. on June 4, 2012.

The Science Channel is featuring its "Are We Alone" week all this week, and one piece of the programming pie is a special episode of Through the Wormhole , with host Morgan Freeman. The episode, titled "Will We Survive First Contact?" talks to a number of scientists about what the possibilities of communicating with extra-terrestrial intelligences really are, and what a first contact scenario might really be like. The episode airs Tuesday, March 6th at 10pm Pacific and Eastern, but we got an early look, and (even better) had the chance to chat with host Morgan Freeman about the show. You can listen to the conversation in the podcast below, or subscribe to our podcast feed.