33: Shoot the Driver with Pete Ohs

Today we’re joined by visionary filmmaker Pete Ohs, director of Erupcja, Jethica, and The True Beauty of Being Bitten by a Tick. We kick things off talking about script doctoring, first-time actors, and Pete’s process of “living the story” through which he's able to write, shoot, and direct feature films in remarkably quick, concentrated productions. As you might expect, collaboration and trust are the key ingredients.From there we dive into the prism, SHOOT THE DRIVER, which is all about Coens characters making chaotic and surprising choices that are so shocking and anti-authority that they leave the audience almost dumbfounded. "Why would they do that???" is the question we keep coming back to, and the answers bear fascinating fruit. You're gonna dig this one; it's a classic episode!Thanks again to Pete for joining us! Thanks also in advance if you can make it to Jordan's screening of his short film BAD VIBES at Low Cinema on September 5th, 2026. Please RSVP and reserve a spot if you know you can make it, and spread the word!Coens covered: A Serious Man, Barton Fink, Burn After Reading, Honey Don‘t!Plus: Obex (dir: Albert Birney)Jethica on MUBIErupjca on Apple TVWant to join the study group? Follow us on social media, tell your friends about the show, and leave a rating/review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. These all really help. And join the Discord too! **You can also support us directly at https://ko-fi.com/tothewhitesea** For all things TTWS visit tothewhitesea.me