Seen on the Screen with Jacqueline Coley

Director Michael Sarnoski has developed a distinct approach to storytelling that emphasizes restraint and character over scale. From Pig to A Quiet Place: Day One, his films focus on reserved moments and internal conflict rather than traditional spectacle. With his latest film, The Death of Robin Hood, he revisits a familiar story through a more grounded lens—portraying Robin Hood as an aging man reflecting on a life shaped by violence. In this episode, Sarnoski joins Jacqueline Coley to discuss his interest in Robin Hood’s lesser-known final chapter, and how medieval history and early ballads informed his interpretation. He also talks about the path from his first feature, Pig, to A Quiet Place: Day One, and what he’s learned working with actors including Nicolas Cage, Lupita Nyong’o, Jodie Comer, and Hugh Jackman. He also shares updates on his upcoming game to film adaptation of Hideo Kojima’s Death Stranding, discusses how an early short film contributed to his move into directing, and reflects on the impact of Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man on his perspective as a filmmaker. To watch the movies discussed in this episode and more, head to https://athome.fandango.com/?cmp=SOTS~Fandango~general

From Titanic to Despicable Me, Fifty Shades of Grey to Oppenheimer, Mike Knobloch has helped define the sound of modern cinema. As President, NBCUniversal Music and Publishing for Universal Film, he’s spent his career shaping the way audiences experience music on screen—whether that’s through a sweeping score or a pop song that takes on a life of its own.In this episode, brought to you by the Universal Composers Initiative, Jacqueline Coley talks with Mike about his journey from production assistant on Father of the Bride to one of the most influential music executives in Hollywood. He shares the high-stakes tension behind Titanic’s now-iconic theme, the unlikely struggle that led to Pharrell’s hit “Happy,” and what it means when a movie song reaches the elusive diamond certification.

Seen on the Screen is a finalist for 6 Signal Awards. Register to vote now. Voting ends October 9, 2025.-------------What movies do news anchors watch to unwind after a day of breaking stories? Jacqueline Coley sits down with Tom Llamas—anchor and managing editor of NBC Nightly News with Tom Llamas and host of Top Story with Tom Llamas on NBC News Now—to find out.From growing up in Miami and interning at Telemundo to anchoring across network and streaming, Tom reflects on his journey through nearly every newsroom role at NBCUniversal. He shares how he balances the weight of covering hard news and enjoying some of his favorite films like Major League, The Searchers, and The Godfather.Tom opens up about passing movie classics down to his kids (even if Jaws gave the youngest a scare), his Cuban American roots and food recommendations, and what authentic depictions of journalism on screen resonate most with him—from Spotlight to Deadline U.S.A. Plus, he talks about finding humanity at the anchor desk and the playful friendship he shares with fellow broadcaster Craig Melvin.

How do you take a show beloved in living rooms worldwide and turn it into a movie event? In this episode of Seen on the Screen, Jacqueline Coley sits down with Laila Lockhart Kraner, the star of Gabby’s Dollhouse, to talk about the leap from small screen to DreamWorks’ first live-action/animation hybrid feature.Laila shares the story of growing up alongside Gabby, from her cat-filled audition at age ten to leading a film that brings the dollhouse to theaters for the first time. She opens up about acting opposite comedy icon Kristen Wiig and music legend Gloria Estefan, and why the movie’s interactive, sing-and-dance moments demand to be experienced in a packed theater. We also hear about Laila’s cinephile side—from comfort rewatches like The Croods and Napoleon Dynamite to classics like Roman Holiday—and how those films have shaped her own love of storytelling.

Balancing three high-profile roles at NBC, a love for movies, and family time is no small feat.Craig Melvin, co-anchor of TODAY, co-host of the third hour of TODAY, and host of Dateline NBC, joins Jacqueline Coley to talk about his path in journalism, his passion for film, and life inside 30 Rock.Craig reflects on the moment he was named co-anchor of TODAY, the surprise his family gave him live on air that became a “core memory,” and why he feels like the mayor of a small town. He also shares how movie nights have become a cherished family tradition, filled with popcorn, laughter, and introducing his kids to classics like Shrek and the Minions in Despicable Me.

Whether she’s building a working canal for a Wicked premiere or launching a dance sensation with a crew of Megans, Michelle Paris doesn’t just throw events—she creates movie magic in real life.In this episode of Seen on the Screen, Jacqueline Coley sits down with Michelle Paris, Senior Vice President of Global Special Projects and Events at Universal Pictures, to explore what goes into producing iconic film premieres, awards shows, and unforgettable movie moments. From transforming the Roman Colosseum into a Fast X red carpet to placing storm-cloud cotton candy cocktails at the Nope premiere, Michelle shares how she and her team dream big, sweat the small stuff, and make the impossible feel effortless.You'll hear how she got her start in events, why she nearly traded Hollywood for a quiet life in Montana, and the movie that first made her fall in love with premieres—all while raising the bar for what film fans can experience beyond the screen.

Thrown into the chaos of Jurassic World Rebirth, their characters panicked—but the actors never did. In this episode of Seen on the Screen, Jacqueline Coley sits down with Luna Blaise and David Iacono, two rising stars who play Theresa Delgado and Xavier Dobbs—a young couple belonging to the Delgado family storyline. Swept into a world of dinosaurs, mercenaries and mission specialists, their characters bring a relatable civilian perspective to the prehistoric pandemonium.Luna and David reveal the whirlwind casting process that brought them into the iconic franchise, what it was like filming the epic T-Rex raft sequence, how they built real-life family dynamics with co-stars Manuel Garcia-Rulfo and Audrina Miranda, and why director Gareth Edwards encouraged them to play on set. Plus, they reflect on their earlier breakout roles (Luna on Fresh Off the Boat and David on The Summer I Turned Pretty) and bring their behind-the-scenes competitive spirit to life.