“Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it."Talking About Ferris Bueller’s Day Off with our guest, dialect coach William ConacherIn this episode of Movies We Like, Andy Nelson and Pete Wright are joined by renowned dialect coach William Conacher to discuss his fascinating career and the beloved classic Ferris Bueller's Day Off. Conacher shares his journey from actor to dialect coach, working on projects like The Crown, Spencer, and No Time to Die, and the intricate process of teaching actors to master various accents and dialects.Conacher delves into the art of breaking down accents into teachable components, the importance of finding authentic speech samples, and the challenges well-known actors face when taking on accents, noting that they often receive more scrutiny and criticism compared to lesser-known actors, even when their accents are executed perfectly. He also shares insights on his role as a dialogue supervisor and the nuances of coaching actors in different languages and time periods.The discussion touches on Conacher's experience working with actors like Kristen Stewart, Rami Malek, and members of the cast of The Crown, as well as his approach to coaching made-up dialects in films like The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian. Conacher also explores the diversity of London accents and the influence of ethnicity and culture on speech patterns.Ferris Bueller's Day Off remains a timeless classic that continues to captivate audiences with its wit, charm, and unforgettable performances. William Conacher's expertise and insights into the world of dialect coaching add a fascinating layer to the appreciation of this beloved film. Join Andy, Pete, and William as they celebrate the enduring appeal of Ferris Bueller's Day Off and explore the art of bringing authentic voices to the screen.Film SundriesFind William on Instagram or ThreadsWilliam on IMDbWatch this on Apple or Amazon, or find other places at JustWatchScript OptionsTheatrical trailerLetterboxdVisit CODA today to see how it can help you and your business!We spend hours every week putting our shows together for you, our dear listener, and it would sure mean a lot to us if you considered becoming a member. When you do, you get early access to shows, ad-free episodes, and a TON of bonus content. To those who already support the show, thank you. To those who don’t yet: what are you waiting for?Become a MEMBER here: $5 monthly or $55 annuallyVisit our WATCH PAGE to rent or purchase movies we've talked about on the shows that are part of The Next Reel’s family of podcasts. By doing so, you get to watch the movie and help us out in the process as a portion comes back our way. Enjoy!Join the conversation with movie lovers from around the world on The Next Reel’s DISCORD channel!Here’s where you can find us around the internet:The WebLetterboxdCheck out poster artwork for movies we’ve discussed on our Pinterest pagePeteAndyWhat are some other ways you can support us and show your love? Glad you asked!You can buy TNR apparel, stickers, mugs and more from our MERCH PAGE.Or buy books, plays, etc. that was the source for movies we’ve discussed on the show from our ORIGINALS PAGE.Or renew or sign up for a Letterboxd Pro or Patron account with our LETTERBOXD MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNT.Or sign up for AUDIBLE.