TMNT II Director Michael Pressman Interview

About this episode

Director Michael Pressman discusses his career and experiences in film, particularly focusing on Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II.

This week on Movie Lovers Unite, I'm joined by director Michael Pressman for a conversation about his incredible career in film and television. We discuss his work on Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II: The Secret of the Ooze, what it was like preserving the spirit of the Turtles for a new adventure, and the challenges of directing one of the most beloved TMNT films. Michael also shares stories from throughout his career, including working with Richard Pryor, memorable experiences in Hollywood, and lessons he's learned from decades behind the camera. Whether you're a TMNT fan, a movie lover, or an aspiring filmmaker, this episode offers a fascinating look at the career of a director whose work has entertained audiences for generations. If you’re a TMNT fan, movie lover, or aspiring filmmaker, this is an interview you won’t want to miss! 👍 Like, Comment & Subscribe for more movie reviews, interviews, and discussions. 00:00 – Introduction and welcome to Michael Pressman 00:19 – Discussing The Godfather and meeting a young Al Pacino on the set of NYPD 03:58 – Preserving the turtle relationships and exploring their backstories in Secret of the Ooze 04:47 – Working with Jim Henson’s…

People in this episode

Host: Movie Lovers Unite

Guest: Michael Pressman

Topics covered

• film directing
• Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
• Hollywood stories
• practical effects
• 90s cinema
• action sequences

Keywords

• TMNT
• Michael Pressman
• film career
• directing challenges
• 90s New York
• practical effects
• Hollywood experiences

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Jim Henson’s Creature Shop

Books & works: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II: The Secret of the Ooze

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