Ep 107 - Passenger (w/ special guest, 2nd AD Coalin Smith)

Ep 107 - Passenger (w/ special guest, 2nd AD Coalin Smith)

From Classic American Movies by Christopher Kelly

May 27, 2026 · 1h 6m

About this episode

The episode features a discussion about the horror film Passenger with guest Coalin Smith, sharing behind-the-scenes stories and insights.

***This podcast contains light spoilers*** If you miss the era of grimy 2000’s horror movies with practical effects, real locations, and wild behind-the-scenes stories, you should check out Passenger . Watching it felt like stumbling onto a lost horror flick from 20 years ago. Then while the credits were rolling, I spotted a familiar name — my old friend Coalin Smith as the 2nd AD. Naturally, I texted him immediately and asked if he wanted to come on the podcast to talk about what it was actually like making it … and thankfully, he said yes. So after my review, stick around for stories from behind the camera. Honestly, the behind-the-scenes stories might be just as entertaining as a movie itself. If you’re not doing so already, please like and follow Classic American Movies on Instagram and Facebook . I do free movie giveaways, mini movie reviews and more! If you like the pod, then you'll love the blog! Check out my written reviews at www.ClassicAmericanMovies.com

People in this episode

Host: Christopher Kelly

Guest: Coalin Smith

Topics covered

  • 2000s horror movies
  • behind-the-scenes stories
  • practical effects
  • film review
  • interviews

Keywords

  • Passenger
  • horror movies
  • 2000s
  • practical effects
  • film industry
  • interview
  • behind-the-scenes

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Passenger

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