April 16, 2025

The Hole Story: A Queer Cinema Catchup Review & Interview

In this episode of Queer Cinema Catchup, Joe and Allison discuss their experience at Slamdance 2025 in Los Angeles and then specifically dive into the documentary, "The Hole Story," which details the events, mythology, and search for truth surrounding a mysterious hole that appeared on Mount Shasta in California. You can find the podcast's first ever interview with The Hole Story's director Elijah Sullivan, and listen as he shares insights on documentary-making, as well as the complexities of capturing Mount Shasta's unique cultural landscape.


00:00 Introduction and Slamdance 2025 Experience

00:53 The Big Johnson Documentary

06:07 Confessions of Chin-Chin

07:23 The Hole Story: Part One

12:01 The Hole Story: Part Two

20:53 The Hole Story: Part Three

30:21 Conspiracy Theories and Skepticism

31:27 Interview with Elijah Sullivan

31:52 Elijah's Filmmaking Journey

01:03:59 Future Projects and Reflections



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