David Chen

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School
Harvard University, Amherst College
Expertise
"Better Call Saul", "Game Of Thrones", Stephen Tobolowsky
  • David hosts "The Filmcast" podcast, a weekly breakdown of the biggest entertainment news.
  • During his tenure at /Film, David also hosted the "The Ones Who Knock," "A Cast Of Kings," and "The Tobolowsky Files" podcasts, all of which centered on some of his favorite pop culture topics.
  • In honor of the 2014 release of "Interstellar," David used a looping cello to perform a cover of Hans Zimmer's "Time." You can find it on YouTube.

Experience

David worked as the managing editor of /Film from May 2008 to March 2012. During his time at /Film, he worked on a variety of different projects, including some of the most popular film-and-television-centered podcasts.

Education

David earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in law, jurisprudence, and social thought from Amherst College in 2006. In 2011, he graduated from Harvard University with a Master of Education in technology, innovation, and education.
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Stories By David Chen
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    James Cameron Calls Out Glenn Beck And Global Warming Deniers

    UPDATED: Now with audio! When your last two feature films have grossed over $3 billion worldwide at the box office, you can pretty much say whatever the hell you want. And that's exactly what James Cameron did at a press junket yesterday. The Hollywood Reporter covered the junket, which was promoting the home video release…
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    John Malkovich, Frances McDormand, Ken Jeong Cast In Transformers 3

    Michaelbay.com was updated this morning, with Bay writing that he has "just locked in" Frances McDormand and John Malkovich as cast members for Transformers 3. According to Deadline, McDormand will have a major role in the film as the National Intelligence Director, while Malkovich will play "Shia's character's first boss." Those who think that the…
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  • stephenstrungout

    The Tobolowsky Files Ep. 21 - Heart. Broken.

    Stephen talks about the terrifying prospect of being lost, and the satisfying, yet uncertain, journey towards being found. The Tobolowsky Files is a new podcast from the people who brought you the /Filmcast, featuring a series of stories about life, love, and the entertainment industry, as told by legendary character actor Stephen Tobolowsky. You can…
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    French Documentary Shows Normal People Are Willing To Kill On Television

    It's been almost 40 years since psychologist Stanley Milgram conducted his infamous Yale experiments, in which he showed that people are willing to electrocute a random stranger to the point of death in the context of a science experiment. Milgram was trying to show something about the human condition, and gleaned insights that were particularly…
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    Oscars Producer Gives A Ceremony Post-Mortem

    I'm always fascinated by the stories behind the pageantry of Hollywood (like this story about the convoy of limos carrying celebrities to the Oscar ceremony last weekend), so when I heard that KCRW's The Business would have an exclusive interview with Oscars producer Bill Mechanic, I knew it would be a must-listen. Mechanic produced this…
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    Netflix Cancels Netflix Prize Sequel Due To Privacy Lawsuit

    In October 2006, Netflix launched a contest that challenged entrants to improve its recommendation algorithm by 10%. The winner(s) would receive $1 million, dubbed the Netflix Prize. It was a win-win: Netflix received relatively cheap R&D, while everyday statistics enthusiasts had a shot at making a big payday. The results of the competition came down…
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    The Tobolowsky Files Ep. 20 - The World's Not What It Used To Be

    Stephen talks about the Romance of Travel and the realities of shooting on location, relating some Rules of the Road he has gleaned from experiencing the good, the bad, and the very bad. The Tobolowsky Files is a new podcast from the people who brought you the /Filmcast, featuring a series of stories about life,…
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    The Phenomenon Of Emma Clark: The Twilight Viral Video Woman

    The new trailer for The Twilight Saga: Eclipse just hit the internet this morning and fans all over the world are collectively flipping out about it as usual. But there is one fan whose reaction I actually took time out of my day to watch on Youtube, as I have in previous years: Emma Clark,…
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    Actor Corey Haim Dies At 38

    KTLA and TMZ are reporting that actor Corey Haim has died at the age of 38 of an apparent accidental overdose. Haim was found unresponsive in an Oakwood apartment last night. According to TMZ, Haim had been in and out of rehab over a dozen times, but had recently cleaned up. Haim achieved fame during…
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  • Rapunzel Salvation

    Disney's Rapunzel Was Renamed Tangled To Appeal To Boys

    We've known for awhile now that Disney's upcoming fairytale animated film was renamed Tangled, even though it was based off the classic Brothers Grimm story Rapunzel, about a princess whose tower-length hair helps her to fall in love with a wandering prince. One could easily deduce that Disney was trying to appeal to a broader…
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    Knight And Day Release Moves Up One Week

    The new Tom Cruise/Cameron Diaz action comedy Knight and Day was originally scheduled to be released on Friday, July 2, 2010, putting it up as counterprogramming against The Last Airbender and to some degree, The Twilight Saga: Eclipse (which drops the following Wednesday). Variety now has word that the film will now be released on…
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    Precious Sweeps The 25th Independent Spirit Awards

    The Independent Spirit Awards might not be as popular as other awards ceremonies such as the Golden Globes and the Oscars, but I'm a huge fan of nonetheless. One of the key elements of eligibility for the Spirit Awards is that nominated films don't have to have played in a theater; they just need to…
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    The Tobolowsky Files Ep. 19 - The Season Of Misdirection

    In this death defying episode, Stephen and Beth make some accidental life decisions in Illinois while Stephen has a brush or two with the Grim Reaper and finds help from a most unexpected source. The Tobolowsky Files is a new podcast from the people who brought you the /Filmcast, featuring a series of stories about…
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    Interview: Samuel Bayer, Director Of A Nightmare On Elm Street

    I'll be honest and say that when I first heard a music video director would be doing a remake of A Nightmare on Elm Street, one of the most beloved horror franchises of all time, I wasn't too crazy about the idea. Sure, we've seen brilliant music video directors such as Fincher and Jonze go…
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  • stephentobolowsky

    The Tobolowsky Files Ep. 18 - Without A Handle

    This week on The Tobolowsky Files, Stephen and Beth in Illinois find that trying to grasp success out of the jaws of failure isn't as easy as it's cracked up to be. The Tobolowsky Files is a new podcast from the people who brought you the /Filmcast, featuring a series of stories about life, love,…
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    Interview: Pierce Brosnan (The Ghost Writer)

    With all the controversy surrounding director Roman Polanski's legal troubles, I was quite curious to see his most recent film, The Ghost Writer, which recently premiered at the Berlin International Film Festival and opened in limited release in the U.S. last weekend. I found it quite entertaining, a solid thriller with decent performances by leads…
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    Lord Of The Rings Theatrical-Edition Blu-Ray Angers Fans

    You might think that the release of The Lord of the Rings: The Motion Picture Trilogy on Blu-Ray might be an exciting time for Middle Earth fans. Finally, a chance to see Peter Jackson's legendary trilogy in high definition, and without having to switch discs in the middle, no less! Head on over to the…
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    Dark Knight Pirater Sentenced To Two Years In Jail

    In the summer of 2008, Robert Henderson of Grandview, Missouri used a digital camcorder in a theater to record a video of The Dark Knight. His plan was to use that recording to sell DVDs, but he was apprehended as part of an MPAA investigation. We've now learned (via The Wrap) that Henderson was recently…
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    The Tobolowsky Files Ep. 17 - The Uncertainty Principle

    In this episode of The Tobolowsky Files, Stephen recalls one of his first years "off the beaten path" as he and Beth go to Illinois and encounter genius, insanity, and a ghost. The Tobolowsky Files is a new podcast from the people who brought you the /Filmcast, featuring a series of stories about life, love,…
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    The Tobolowsky Files Ep. 16 - Dating Tips For Actors

    In this episode of The Tobolowsky Files, Stephen shares dating tips for actors gathered from his years of experience picking up women in bars. Also, some special, uplifting stories and music from Fox's television show Glee. The Tobolowsky Files is a new podcast from the people who brought you the /Filmcast, featuring a series of…
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