About The ShowThe Minimum Commitment is a short-form podcast about film theory. Designed for people who love movies but don’t have time for a lecture.Each episode runs 10 to 15 (with some exceptions) minutes and breaks down a single idea, scene, or film using tools from academic theory. No fluff. Just focused insight.Whether it’s exploring mythic structure in Star Wars or sound design in Halloween, this podcast gives you just enough to spark a new perspective. It’s film school without the tuition.⸻About the HostI’m Donn Lawler, film scholar, audio obsessive, and lifelong movie lover. I hold a Master’s degree in Film and Media Studies and have over 30 years of experience in film and television sound. I also work on podcasts.I believe film theory should be clear, accessible, and grounded in what we see and hear on screen. I built this podcast to share ideas in small doses, with minimal commitment and maximum meaning.⸻New episodes drop weekly.
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