Beste Indie Filmmaking podcaster (2024)

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Noam Kroll - BONUS Throwback Interview! 1:44:14

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On this Thursday bonus episode we are going to play the interview from episode 123 from October 2017 with filmmaker, podcaster and all around indie film guru, Noam Kroll. I thought Noam was a good match for James because they both focus on filmmaking (in one form or another) to pay the bills and I can see James sitting where Noam is with three feat…

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IFH 781: From Pre-Med to Marquee Lights: Jenny Paul's Journey of Creative Bravery and Storytelling 1:10:18

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Stories are the connective tissue of humanity. They reveal our commonality, our struggles, and our triumphs. And in the vibrant chaos of the world, some individuals rise with a unique ability to live, breathe, and tell these stories—through performance, words, and relentless passion. Today, we welcome Jenny Paul, an actress and producer who has gra…

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James Chick - From Youtuber to Feature Filmmaker! 1:08:35

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This week we welcome filmmaker and youtuber James Chick on the show to talk about directing his first feature, Feet of Death, which is a Big Foot horror movie . After that we play another round of THE GAME, enjoy! Don’t forget to support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/mmihpodcast Leave us a Review on Apple Podcasts! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/po…

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Timothy Plain and Alrik Bursell Talk Producers - BONUS Throwback Interview! 1:12:27

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On this Thursday bonus episode we are going to play the interview from episode 16 from September 2015 where Alrik and original co-host Timothy Plain talk about working with producers. Alrik thought this would be a fun match for Gill’s episode since he talks about his experience as a producer and it’s interesting to see how the 2015 version of Alrik…

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IFH 780: Unforgettable Storytelling: Phillip Andrew on Creativity, Leadership, and Resilience 55:44

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On today's episode, we dive into the fascinating world of creativity, resilience, and the art of storytelling with Phillip Andrew, a multi-talented producer, motivational speaker, and DJ from Los Angeles. From his humble beginnings in Michigan to his relentless pursuit of opportunities in Hollywood, Phillip's journey is a testament to the power of …

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Gill Gayle - Acting, Production Designing and Producing Feature Films! 1:03:27

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This week we welcome Producer, Actor and production designer Gill Gayle on the show to talk about acting, producing and production designing features, including his latest feature, Free LSD! After that we play another round of THE GAME, enjoy! Don’t forget to support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/mmihpodcast Leave us a Review on Apple Podcasts! ht…

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Allen C Gardner - BONUS Throwback Interview! 53:55

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On this Thursday bonus episode we are going to play the interview from episode 348 from December 2021 with writer, producer and director Allen C. Gardner who talks about how he makes his movies, how he does it while raising his children and how positive thinking is what keeps it all going. After that we play another round of You’re the expert, enjo…

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Frazer Bradshaw - BONUS Throwback Interview! 1:18:32

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On this Thursday bonus episode we are going to play the interview from episode 122 from October 2017 with cinematographer and director Frazer Bradshaw who talks about directing his feature Deep Sky while shooting commercials and other projects as his day job. Alrik felt like this was a good match for Mark because they both had shot or produced feat…

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IFH 779: Breaking the Mold: Lily Yasuda and Michael Wolfe’s Journey to Crafting the Anti-Rom-Com 48:13

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On today’s episode, we welcome the dynamic duo, Lily Yasuda and Michael Wolfe, two inspiring filmmakers who have decided to take the road less traveled by creating their own feature film, Like Love. Their journey is one of collaboration, determination, and creativity—filled with moments of laughter and the occasional unexpected hurdle.From the outs…

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Marc Hampson - Leveling Up From Feature to Feature! 58:32

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This week we welcome writer, producer and director Marc Hampson on the show to talk about how he got his features made, how he progressed from feature to feature and what he has learned from directing over six feature films. After that we play another round of THE GAME, enjoy! Don’t forget to support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/mmihpodcast Leave…

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Foster Wilson - BONUS Throwback Interview! 1:10:28

22d ago1:10:28

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NOTE! This is one week late, originally supposed to be paired with Jennifer Sorenson's episode. The throwback episode for Mark Rapaport's episode will air on Friday. Happy Thanksgiving to you all! On this Thursday bonus episode we are going to play the interview from episode 219 from July 2019 with Actor turned producer/director Foster Wilson about…

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IFH 778: Crafting Over 160 Films, Tales of Creativity, Conflict, and Cinematic Hustle with Jim Wynorski 46:59

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On today's episode, we welcome Jim Wynorski, a filmmaker whose career is a kaleidoscope of genres, relentless creativity, and a staggering portfolio of over 160 films. Known for his ability to churn out projects with unmatched efficiency, Jim's journey through the cinematic landscape is nothing short of fascinating. From cult classics like Chopping…

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Mark Rapaport - Producing Features Before Directing One! 56:01

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This week we welcome Mark Rapaport, director and writer of the new film Hippo on the show to talk about pulling together his first feature as a director and why it took him producing three features before he directed his own. After that we play another round of the Game, enjoy! Don’t forget to support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/mmihpodcast Leav…

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IFH 777: Carving Her Own Path: Kansas Bowling on Confidence, Creativity, and the Magic of 16mm Film 22:34

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The craft of filmmaking is as much about the soul as it is about the frame. In today's conversation, we sit down with Kansas Bowling, a maverick filmmaker who began charting her creative course at just 17 years old. As the first graduate of the Troma Institute for the Gifted, Kansas burst onto the scene with her debut feature, B.C. Butcher, a cavew…

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Jennifer Sorenson - Breathing Life into Your First Feature as Writer, Producer and Star! 55:38

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This week we welcome Jennifer Sorenson, Writer, Producer and star of For When You Get Lost on the show to talk about how she pulled the film together and made it all happen. After that we play another round of THE GAME, enjoy. Don’t forget to support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/mmihpodcast Leave us a Review on Apple Podcasts! https://podcasts.ap…

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Jay Cheel - BONUS Throwback Interview! 50:11

1M ago50:11

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On this Thursday bonus episode we are going to play the interview from episode 284 from September 2020 with director Jay Cheel who talks directing the documentary series Cursed Films for Shudder! Alrik thought this was a good match for Kitty Norton because they both went out and made documentaries they were passionate about, but in very different c…

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IFH 776: Crafting Comedy Without Limits: The Indie Spirit Behind Chasing Molly with Shelley Pack & Josh Sutherland 58:14

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In today’s episode, we welcome the brilliant comedic minds behind Chasing Molly: Shelley Pack and Josh Sutherland. Together, they share the odyssey of making an independent film from scratch, driven by pure creativity and an unwavering dedication to laughter and storytelling. Their journey is not just one of filmmaking but of persistence, grit, and…

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Kitty Norton - Turning Grief into Art Through Film! 1:04:55

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This week we welcome filmmaker Kitty Norton on the show to talk about directing her first feature documentary, Wine Woman and Dementia. Kitty talks about how taking care of her mother lead her to making this movie.. After that we play another round of THE GAME, enjoy! Don’t forget to support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/mmihpodcast Leave us a Rev…

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Christopher Cantwell - BONUS Throwback Interview! 41:48

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On this Thursday bonus episode we are going to play the interview from episode 355 from January 2022 with show runner and writer Christopher Cantwell who talks about landing his first creator/showrunner job for his own show Halt and Catch Fire. I felt like this was a good match for Francesco because they both created their own shows but went very d…

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IFH 775 - Breaking Into Hollywood: The Power of Authentic Connections and Creative Vision with Jameson Parker 49:27

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On today's episode, we welcome Jameson Parker, a seasoned producer with roots in theater, who’s climbed the ranks in the world of film and television. As a Development Director at Bright Light Pictures, Jameson has developed a keen eye for projects that align with his passion and resonate with audiences. Starting as an actor, he transitioned to pro…

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Francesco Loschiavo - Packaging and Producing an Indie TV Series! 1:06:02

2M ago1:06:02

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This week we welcome Francesco Loschiavo, the creator, director and writer of the new show Tales from The Void on the show to talk about how they managed to package, fund, sell and shoot their own anthology series. After that Alrik and I talk budgeting for indie features, enjoy! Don’t forget to support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/mmihpodcast Lea…

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Justin Kurzel - BONUS Throwback Interview! 40:30

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On this Thursday bonus episode we are going to play the interview from episode 264 from May 2020 with director Justin Kurzel who talks about his feature the True History of the Kelly Gang and how he parlayed a successful indie feature into directing studio features. Alrik thought this was a good match for Stephen Chbosky because they are both write…

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IFH 774: Breaking Barriers in Filmmaking: The Resilient Journey of Sean Buckley 52:58

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On today's episode, we welcome Sean Buckley, founder and CEO of Buck Productions. From humble beginnings to becoming a force in content creation, Sean’s journey is a testament to persistence, passion, and adaptability. Through his story, he paints a vivid picture of the challenges of building a media production company from scratch, especially in a…

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Stephen Chbosky - Writing Your Way to Directing Studio Features! 1:34:57

2M ago1:34:57

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This week on our very special 500th episode we welcome writer and director Stephen Chbosky on the show to talk about starting his career by directing an indie feature that got into Sundance and getting management based on response to the feature and how he parlayed that to writing and directing studio features. After that we play another round of T…

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Michelle Boyaner - BONUS Throwback Interview! 50:40

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On this Thursday bonus episode we are going to play the interview from episode 322 from June 2021 with director Michelle Boyaner who talks about her life as a documentary filmmaker, how she gets her films made and how she has made it her full time job. I felt like this was a good match for Penny because they are both full time documentary filmmaker…

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IFH 773: How to Master Screenwriting in Hollywood with Mick Hurbis-Cherrier 1:05:43

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Today on the show we have author, filmmaker and screenwriter Mick Hurbis-Cherrier.Mick is an independent filmmaker and screenwriter. His works have been broadcast and shown around the country and have garnered prizes at many festivals including the Black Maria Film & Video Festival, Ann Arbor Film Festival, Athens Film & Video Festival and the Cin(…

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Penny Lane - Putting Yourself and Your Life in Your Movie! 1:12:56

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This week we welcome director Penny Lane on the show to talk about directing her latest feature, Confession of a Good Samaritan, why she decided to make a film starring herself and how she has so successfully navigated the festival circuit with her previous films. After that we play another round of THE GAME, enjoy! Don’t forget to support us on Pa…

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Andrew Schrader - BONUS Throwback Interview! 1:03:30

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On this Thursday bonus episode we are going to play the interview from episode 20 from October 20 with writer/director Andrew Schrader who talks about sustainable filmmaking ideas and talks to Alrik and old co-host Timothy about the making of his two feature films. Alrik thought this was a great episode to play with Andrew’s latest episode because …

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IFH 772: Screenwriting the 80’ Classic Cocoon with Tom Benedek 48:18

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Tom Benedek is a screenwriter known for his work in the film industry. He was born on March 16, 1949, in Los Angeles, California, USA. Benedek has written several screenplays for movies across various genres. One of his notable works includes co-writing the screenplay for the 1984 science fiction film "Cocoon," directed by Ron Howard. "Cocoon" was …

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Andrew Schrader - Writing Screenplays to Writing Novels! 1:09:29

2M ago1:09:29

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This week we welcome writer, director and novelist Andrew Schrader on the show to talk about his latest book Unnamable which is currently available for pre-order on Kindle and Amazon. Andrew also talks about the difference between screenwriting and writing a book and a little bit about his latest short film After that we play another round of THE G…

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Neasa Hardiman - BONUS Throwback Interview! 52:55

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On this Thursday bonus episode we are going to play the interview from episode 260 from April 2020 with director Neasa Hardiman who talks about making her first feature Sea Fever, which she coordinated across 4 countries and many different grants to do so, and what it was like to work in other environments. We thought Neasa was a good match for Nor…

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IFH 771: Beat by Beat to a Better Screenplay with Jim Mercurio 1:27:23

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Today on the show we have Jim Mercurio. Jim is a filmmaker, writer, and author whose screenwriting instruction has inspired tens of thousands of writers around the world. Creative Screenwriting ranked him as one of the country’s top story analysts: “The best example of how an analyst can give concrete help without veering off the track of your stor…

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Nora Fingscheidt - Making the Jump to Hollywood Features! 1:06:12

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This week we welcome writer and director Nora Fingscheidt on the show to talk about directing her latest feature The Outrun starring Saoirse Ronan and how she went from directing her first feature System Crasher which led her to a career in Hollywood, enjoy! Don’t forget to support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/mmihpodcast Leave us a Review on App…

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Dominic Mercurio - BONUS Throwback Interview! 1:21:28

3M ago1:21:28

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On this Thursday bonus episode we are going to play the interview from episode 238 from November 2019 with filmmaker Dominic Mercurio who talks about making his first short film after 8 years. While Dominic and Darieus have very different stories they both talk about going back to filmmaking after taking a break, so I felt they were a good match. A…

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IFH 770: Screenwriting Unchained – Master Story Structure with Emmanuel Oberg 1:06:44

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Today on the show we have Emmanuel Oberg. Emmanuel is a screenwriter, author and script consultant with more than twenty years of experience in the Film and TV industry. After selling his first project to Warner Bros as a co-writer, he went on to be commissioned by StudioCanal and Gold Circle before writing solo for Working Title / Universal and Fi…

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Darieus Legg - Leaving Hollywood to Make Stoker Machine! 1:06:10

3M ago1:06:10

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This week we welcome director Darieus Legg on the show to talk about directing his short film Stoker Machine and deciding to leave hollywood and focus on making films 100% independently. After that we play another round of THE GAME, enjoy! Don’t forget to support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/mmihpodcast Leave us a Review on Apple Podcasts! https:…

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Nitzan Mager - BONUS Throwback Interview! 54:21

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On this Thursday bonus episode we are going to play the interview from episode 318 from May 2021 with actor turned director Nitzan Mager who talks about taking the leap from acting to directing during the pandemic and how they made their pandemic webseries. Alrik thought Nitzan was a good match for Brian because they are both actors who then switch…

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IFH 769: Lessons Learned: Being a First-Time Writer/Director with Sarah Elizabeth Mintz 57:52

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Sarah Elizabeth Mintz received her BFA from New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts, where she completed her thesis film Transit, starring Dakota Johnson. After graduating she mentored with filmmakers Cary Fukunaga on True Detective, Joachim Trier on Louder Than Bombs, and worked with Alejandro Inarritu on The Revenant.Sarah was a Sundance F…

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Brian Silverman - Putting the Money Down for Your First Feature! 1:02:05

3M ago1:02:05

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This week we welcome producer, writer, director and star of his first feature, Two Lives in Pittsburg to talk about how he made his first feature, why this was the movie he decided to make and his process for pulling it off. After that Liz aks me why is it so expensive to make a movie, enjoy! Don’t forget to support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/m…

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Timothy Plain and Alrik Bursell - BONUS Throwback Interview! 1:16:35

3M ago1:16:35

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On this Thursday bonus episode we are going to play the first episode where my old co-host Timothy and I talked about fundraising, way back from episode 73 from October 2016 where we talk about what we know about fundraising, back when all I had done was raise $6k for my first short film Strange Thing. This is a great match for our solo episode bec…

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IFH 768: Writing & Directing an Independent Streaming Series with Aram Rappaport 1:22:23

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Aram Rappaport is filmmaker based in New York. Originally from Los Angeles, he began writing, directing and producing in his late teens including the one-take experimental film HELIX starring Alexa Vega. He later adapted, produced and directed Max Berry's acclaimed novel into the film SYRUP starring Amber Heard, Shiloh Fernandez and Kellan Lutz and…

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Liz Manashil and Alrik Bursell - Fundraising and Crowdfunding for Features! 1:10:41

3M ago1:10:41

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This week we welcome our producer Eric Toms to interview Alrik and I all about fundraising for our films, including my successful crowdfunding campaign for Best Friends Forever After that we play another round of THE GAME, enjoy! Don’t forget to support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/mmihpodcast Leave us a Review on Apple Podcasts! https://podcasts…

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Tony Vella - BONUS Throwback Interview! 1:38:27

3M ago1:38:27

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On this Thursday bonus episode we are going to play the interview from episode 173 from September 2018 with stunt coordinator/actor and stunman Tony Vella who talks about everything that goes into pulling off stunts. Alrik thought this was a nice pairing for JJ because Tony talks about stunts from an indie perspective and we get to hear about stunt…

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IFH 767: Why Most Screenplays Don't Sell with Brooks Elms 1:20:14

3M ago1:20:14

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Brooks Elms is a screenwriter and independent filmmaker. His specialty is grounded personal characters and writing story tension so thick it knots up your stomach.He's written 25+ screenplays, a dozen of them on assignment, and sold several scripts, including one this year with Brad Peyton as Executive Producer. Brooks was recently hired to rewrite…

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J.J. Perry - From Stunts to Directing Studio Action Features! 1:09:30

3M ago1:09:30

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This week we welcome director, 2nd unit director and stunt man JJ Perry on the show to talk about his latest film The Killers Game, how he made the jump from stunts to 2nd unit directing and how he made the jump from 2nd unit directing, to directing. After that we play another round of THE GAME, enjoy! Don’t forget to support us on Patreon! www.pat…

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BONUS EPISODE: How to Write a Super Natural Hit Film with BeetleJuice Creator Larry Wilson 1:17:45

4M ago1:17:45

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If you were a kid of the late 80s or early 90s then today's guest definitely had an impact on your life. Larry Wilson is the co-creator of the cult classic Beetlejuice (directed by Tim Burton), writer of Addams Family and worked on the legendary television show Tales from the Crypt. Larry wasn't always a screenwriter, he worked on the studio side o…

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Melanie Miller - BONUS Throwback Interview! 1:00:21

4M ago1:00:21

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On this Thursday bonus episode we are going to play the interview from episode 436 from about a year ago in August 2023 with producer Melanie Miller who talks about finding her way in the industry, from being a VP at Samuel Goldwyn to starting her own production and winning an Oscar! I thought Mel was a good match for Pinky Promise because they fee…

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IFH 766: How to Tap Into Your Screenwriting Muse with Jocelyn Jones 1:23:36

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Jocelyn Jones was raised in an artist's community on the Hudson River just 30 minutes north of Manhattan. This idyllic hamlet is home to some of the most influential artists of our time and it was here that her interest in art, artists and their process began.She is the daughter of Henry Jones, a character actor whose credits include some 40 films …

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Jessamine Burgum and Kara Durrett - Navigating the Golden Elevator with Pinky Promise Films! 1:09:21

4M ago1:09:21

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This week we welcome Producers, EPs and the team behind Pinky Promise Films Jessamine Burgum and Kara Durrett on the show to talk about their latest film I Don’t Understand You starring Nick Kroll, how they got their production company started and how they manage a film finance company and a production company at the same time. After that we play a…

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Film Festival Alliance - BONUS Throwback Interview! 54:13

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On this Thursday bonus episode we are going to play the interview from episode 344 from November 2021 with the team at the Film Festival Alliance who talks about what the film festival alliance is and how they help film festivals grow and stand out in the sea of thousands of film festivals. Alrik thought this was a good match for Spades episode bec…

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