Is The Insider one of the greatest films about whistleblowing? As it seems to be forgotten about at times when discuss movies in that genre. However, it's an outstanding contemporary thriller with two powerhouse performances from Al Pacino and Russell Crowe.

Actor Lindsay Crouse (Slap Shot, The Arrival, Mr Brooks) joins ALL ABOUT AL: THE PACINO PODCAST to talk appearing in the film as Sharon Tiller, the partner of Pacino's Lowell Bergman. Crouse discusses what it was like working with Pacino so closely, why she is slightly disappointed one scene in particularly didn't go deeper and how her friendship with Pacino hasn't changed over the decades.

ALL ABOUT AL: THE PACINO PODCAST is written, produced and presented by Mark Searby.

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Sonny Boy is the autobiography from Al Pacino. In this memoir he talks about landing his first lead role in The Panic In Needle Park, then onto The Godfather, Dog Day Afternoon, Serpico and The Godfather Pt II. From the 1970s highs to the 1980s lows of Cruising, Revolution and Scarface. Then back to some of his greatest works including Dick Tracy, Heat, Glengarry Glen Ross, Donnie Brasco, The Merchant of Venice and many more. Pacino also talks about his love of the stage, how The Actor's Studio helped him hone his craft and his love of Shakespeare.

Sonny Boy is the memoir of a man who has nothing left to fear and nothing left to hide.

I delve into the book and pick out some key points, tidbits and some funny stories.

All About Al: The Pacino podcast is written, produced and presented by Mark Searby.

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Once Upon A Time in Hollywood features a brief yet memorable performance from Al Pacino as acting agent Marvin Schwarz. Which isn't bad considering he is up against Leonardo DiCaprio, Brad Pitt and Margot Robbie.

Film critic and author of Quentin Tarantino: The Unofficial Guide Dan Jolin joins the podcast to discuss Pacino's performance and the film itself. He also talks about helping rank Al Pacino movies for an issue of Empire magazine.

ALL ABOUT AL: THE PACINO PODCAST is written, produced and presented by Mark Searby

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