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Actress/Filmmaker Asta Paredes talks with guests from various backgrounds spotlighting their work in enriching conversation. #chattingwithasta

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    • Sep 13, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 32m AVG DURATION
    • 46 EPISODES


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    Chatting with Izzy Lee

    Play Episode Play 19 sec Highlight Listen Later Sep 13, 2023 48:15


    This episode I'm joined by Filmmaker Izzy Lee. We chat her upcoming feature debut, glimmers of weirdness, telling people we think they are rad, and asking the world "What do you want from me"? Named as one of A.V. Club's 10 female filmmakers to hire, Izzy Lee is a director on the rise. Her award-winning tales have screened at major international genre festivals such as Fantasia, Overlook, Morbido, FrightFest, Fantaspoa, Brooklyn Horror, Boston Sci-Fi, Boston Underground, Chattanooga, and more. She's directed nearly two dozen shorts. From 2022-2023, Lee earned five Certificates of Completion from a variety of Sundance Collab's Directing and Producing courses. Additionally, Lee shadowed director Adam Egypt Mortimer on the SpectreVision feature Archenemy and her first novella, I Can See Your Lies, will be out on February 13, 2024 from Dark Hart Books.​She's currently developing her long-awaited first feature HOUSE OF ASHEShttps://www.kickstarter.com/projects/...via https://www.nihilnoctem.com/Support the show

    Chatting with Nelson Leis

    Play Episode Play 25 sec Highlight Listen Later Mar 10, 2023 49:13


    On this episode I'm delighted to be joined by Actor Nelson Leis. We talk his work on THE LAST OF US, creating visceral performances, and making shadow work that brings light. Support the show

    Chatting with Karim Hussain

    Play Episode Play 37 sec Highlight Listen Later Feb 24, 2023 44:14


    On this episode I am delighted to be joined by Cinematographer Karim Hussain! We talk Visual Language, defending provocative art (literally), and how he works with bold performers.Karim Hussain csc was born in Ottawa, Canada. A cinematographer who loves to work in all genres, he is particularly passionate and knowledgeable about the horror, sci-fi and action genres.Starting very young shooting short movies on Super-8 film, he began his first 16mm underground feature at the age of 19, that ultimately was completed after 6 ½ years of hard work, him doing many of the important positions on it, including directing, writing, editing, sound editing, production and of course cinematography. After collaborating on the early years of the Fantasia Film Festival in Montreal and helping make it an international premiere festival, he embarked on his second and third feature, where as well many hats were worn, the films circulating widely on the genre film circuit. He also worked as a screenwriter in Spain. Hussain then decided to fully concentrate on the cinematography aspects of his career, as that was the part of filmmaking that made him most passionate, as well as close collaboration with others. Working very intricately with his directors on the visuals of his projects, his subsequent productions have played around the world to great acclaim, and screened in such film festivals as the Sundance Film Festival, the Cannes Film Festival, the Toronto Film Festival, SXSW Film Festival, Sitges Film Festival and many, many more. Hussain's goal is to continue to collaborate with his directors and production teams in delivering visually stunning, innovative projects that get noticed.https://www.karimhussaindp.com/Support the show

    Chatting with Josh Forbes

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2023 47:45


    Today's episode I'm delighted to be joined by Director Josh Forbes. We talk the world of music videos, his upcoming film DESTROY ALL NEIGHBORS, and the importance of sincere goofiness in storytelling.https://joshforbes.com/Support the show

    Chatting with April Consalo

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2022 47:24


    Today I'm excited to be joined by April Consalo. We talk social media and her crowdfunding for her directorial debut LIKE SUBSCRIBE. We also discuss Queer identity and the power in telling your own authentic stories.https://aprilconsalo.com/Link to the Seed and Spark:https://seedandspark.com/fund/like-subscribe#story Support the show

    Chatting with Josh Ruben

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2022 36:40


    Chatting with…Josh Ruben. Huzzah! The podcast is saved just in time for the holidays! We talk cross country moves, fragile male egos, and accountability culture.Support the show

    Chatting with...Rigo Garay

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2020 32:51


    Today I'm joined by actor and filmmaker Rigo Garay. We talk about his latest film (SIZE UP), stories rooted in real life, and appreciating the people around us.Support the show (https://paypal.me/AstaParedes?locale.x=en_US)

    Chatting with...Terence Krey & Christine Nyland

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2020 42:35


    Today I'm joined by the filmmaking duo behind Unquiet Films. Terence Krey & Christine Nyland join me to discuss their latest film AN UNQUIET GRAVE, creating work they believe in, and using genre to address the harsh realities of life.Support the show (https://paypal.me/AstaParedes?locale.x=en_US)

    Chatting with...Cynthia Juhailey

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2020 33:50


    We talk Latinx identity, finding peace in art and existing without the privilege of avoiding “getting political”.Support the show (https://paypal.me/AstaParedes?locale.x=en_US)

    Chatting with...Justin Andrew Davis

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2020 34:20


    Justin & I talk his work in MYTH, YOU LOOK GREAT, and tuning into the interesting person you already are.Support the show (https://paypal.me/AstaParedes?locale.x=en_US)

    Chatting with...Beccs

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2020 25:09


    Beccs & I chat about producing music under lockdown, bringing raw emotional texture to performance, and finding ways to sustain ourselves.Support the show (https://paypal.me/AstaParedes?locale.x=en_US)

    Chatting with...Alex Essoe

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2020 39:29


    Alex chats with me about her love of movies, the Wendy Torrance in us all, and being drawn to the grey areas.Support the show (https://paypal.me/AstaParedes?locale.x=en_US)

    Chatting with...Vanessa Walsh

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2020 32:23


    We chat defying expectations, full circle moments, and putting energy into the things that bring you joy.Support the show (https://paypal.me/AstaParedes?locale.x=en_US)

    Chatting with...Brian W. Smith

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2020 29:14


    We talk Film festivals in the age of Corona, our favorite scares, and silencing our inner critics.Support the show (https://paypal.me/AstaParedes?locale.x=en_US)

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    Chatting with...Brian DiLorenzo

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2020 35:04


    We talk about his film MYTH, an infamous Halloween hangout, and art created in conflict. Support the show (https://paypal.me/AstaParedes?locale.x=en_US)

    Chatting with...Ryan Larson

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2020 34:43


    Ryan & I chat new starts, mental health, the therapeutic nature of horror, and helping people feel seen. Also check out his latest venture WE ARE HORROR ZINE!Support the show (https://paypal.me/AstaParedes?locale.x=en_US)

    Chatting with...The Ladies of HOST

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2020 45:00


    Season 2 starting off with the lovely ladies of new smash horror hit HOST. I’ve got Caroline Ward, Jemma Moore, Emma Louise Webb, Haley Bishop, and Radina Drandova. All incredible talents in their own right who came together for some #happyspookies .Support the show (https://paypal.me/AstaParedes?locale.x=en_US)

    Chatting with...Garreth Gibson

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2020 31:28


    We talk about his approach to his commission work at GIBSON GRAPHIX, making horror icons immortal, artists supporting artists, and taking time to reflect.Support the show (https://paypal.me/AstaParedes?locale.x=en_US)

    Chatting with...Joelle Arawjo

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2020 25:33


    We discuss the beauty in bugs, being aware of your connection to nature, and our relationship with death affecting our lives.Support the show (https://paypal.me/AstaParedes?locale.x=en_US)

    Chatting with...Glenn McQuaid

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2020 34:37


    We talk about his work on I SELL THE DEAD, TALES FROM BEYOND THE PALE, our love of Brian Dennehy, and taking time to listen.Support the show (https://paypal.me/AstaParedes?locale.x=en_US)

    Chatting with...Omar Salas Zamora

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2020 38:10


    We discuss his work including ADAM IN FRAGMENTS, HAPPY BIRTHDAY DUNCAN, and BABE, I’M GONNA LEAVE YOU. Our conversation also explores the independent spirit, creating engagement, and our mutual admiration in creating our art. Support the show (https://paypal.me/AstaParedes?locale.x=en_US)

    Chatting with...Justine Del Gaudio

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2020 33:39


    We talk about her role as a woman in media from VANITY FAIR to InStyle, our times together at 30 Rock, embracing natural beauty, and using our platforms to increase visibility.Support the show (https://paypal.me/AstaParedes?locale.x=en_US)

    Chatting with...Graham Reznick

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2020 31:12


    We talk his work including DEADWAX, I CAN SEE YOU, and UNTIL DAWN. We also explore media bringing people together and how changes are bringing us hope.Support the show (https://paypal.me/AstaParedes?locale.x=en_US)

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    Chatting with...Vera Casaca

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2020 27:05


    We talk about our love of Ava DuVernay, supporting each other’s mental health, and creating stories for more empathy.Support the show (https://paypal.me/AstaParedes?locale.x=en_US)

    Chatting with...Emeka Nwafor

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2020 27:58


    We talk working together on The Creeper's Curse, bonding with puppies on commercial sets, NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD Live!, and calling for more inclusivity in the industry. Support the show (https://paypal.me/AstaParedes?locale.x=en_US)

    Chatting with...Steve Moore

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2020 26:55


    We talk his work in the film score world including The Guest ,his work with Zombi , touring with GOBLIN, and his musical influences.Support the show (https://paypal.me/AstaParedes?locale.x=en_US)

    Chatting with...Chermaine Johnson

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2020 29:52


    We talk her journey as an actor, integrity in the industry, and how the movement for change starts with knowledge. Support the show (https://paypal.me/AstaParedes?locale.x=en_US)

    Chatting with...Max Marcellus

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2020 33:51


    We talk working together at Abandoned House Productions including my directorial debut The Slightest Touch , film as a medium to teach empathy, and creating work within limitations.Support the show (https://paypal.me/AstaParedes?locale.x=en_US)

    Chatting with...Shivawn Mitchell

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2020 23:27


    We talk about how she uses her work at THE CREATIVE OUTSIDERS to create a network of diverse voices in all fields of media. She shares initiative on how we can all BE THE GOOD NEWS. Shivawn also reminds us all of the ever important “Digital Detox” and how taking breaks for yourself make you stronger. Support the show (https://paypal.me/AstaParedes?locale.x=en_US)

    Chatting with...Aisha aka 'Brow Bandit'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2020 24:50


    One of the biggest hearts I know. Aisha discusses throwing your whole self into being of service to others, forming her small business and taking stock in fighting together.Support the show (https://paypal.me/AstaParedes?locale.x=en_US)

    Chatting with...Tina Tanzer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2020 23:51


    Tina & I have a conversation about the depiction of women in film, de-stigmatization, boldness, and taking power in your path.Support the show (https://paypal.me/AstaParedes?locale.x=en_US)

    Chatting with...Heather Buckley

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2020 25:45


    HB & I talk horror films, iconography, Chattanooga Film Festival, Jersey & inclusivity.Support the show (https://paypal.me/AstaParedes?locale.x=en_US)

    Chatting with...Jed Shepherd

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2020 30:58


    Wanna watch two of the biggest movie nerds chat away? On the show we talk NIGHT OF THE COMET (one of our favorite films), cinephile life, and “f*ck yea” moments in film.Support the show (https://paypal.me/AstaParedes?locale.x=en_US)

    Chatting with...Daylin Laine

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2020 26:59


    Daylin & I talk about the beauty industry, watching out for one another, and ways to adapt. Gotta get creative to keep all types of artists afloat.Support the show (https://paypal.me/AstaParedes?locale.x=en_US)

    Chatting with...Michael Kospiah

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2020 22:11


    We talk his screenplays including THE SUICIDE THEORY, DIY haircuts in quarantine, and his not so secret love of musicals.Support the show (https://paypal.me/AstaParedes?locale.x=en_US)

    Chatting with...Lorian Gish

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2020 23:25


    We talk her recent work on THE HOWLING WIND, creating from fear, and the importance of addressing mental health. Support the show (https://paypal.me/AstaParedes?locale.x=en_US)

    Chatting with...Katelyn Pearce

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2020 24:28


    We talk about her work in indie film including Keola Racela’s horror comedy P*RNO, our obsession with TikTok, and how dark comedy is keeping us sane! Support the show (https://paypal.me/AstaParedes?locale.x=en_US)

    Chatting with...Justin Knoepfel

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2020 23:11


    Justin Knoepfel talks about THE HOWLING WIND, fonts, & recharging the spirits of your artist friends.Support the show (https://paypal.me/AstaParedes?locale.x=en_US)

    Chatting with...Kris Carr

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2020 29:10


    She came on the show to chat acting life, home studio set ups, her work at NERDWIRE, sustainability in food, skincare, and more!Support the show (https://paypal.me/AstaParedes?locale.x=en_US)

    Chatting with...Adam Stovall

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2020 31:12


    Adam & I discuss his film A GHOST WAITS, The Criterion Collection, film festival life, & more!Support the show (https://paypal.me/AstaParedes?locale.x=en_US)

    Chatting with...Jill Gevargizian

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2020 31:31


    Jill & I talk her films including The Stylist, Call Girl, 42 Counts, —our love of the Stripper World and so much more!Support the show (https://paypal.me/AstaParedes?locale.x=en_US)

    Chatting with...Amanda Kusek

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2020 34:41


    We talk about her poetry in NIGHT BODIES, vulnerability, creativity, & the dreaded “quarantine skin”. Support the show (https://paypal.me/AstaParedes?locale.x=en_US)

    Chatting with...Ted Geoghegan

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2020 26:03


    We talk about WE ARE STILL HERE, MOHAWK, Final Exam Trivia , and his THIS IS NOT A STORY ABOUT podcast. Support the show (https://paypal.me/AstaParedes?locale.x=en_US)

    Chatting with...Frank Sabatella

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2020 24:38


    We discuss THE SHED, the power of the horror genre, indie filmmaking & more. Support the show (https://paypal.me/AstaParedes?locale.x=en_US)

    Chatting with...Tony from 'HACK THE MOVIES'

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2020 24:22


    Tony talks about his work at Cinemassacre , Syphon Filter & friends, Lifetime Movie Club, and a controversial film favorite.Support the show (https://paypal.me/AstaParedes?locale.x=en_US)

    Chatting with...Jenn Wexler

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later May 9, 2020 25:15


    Jenn talks about her directorial debut THE RANGER , her time producing with GLASS EYE PIX, and getting behind projects that excite her.Support the show (https://paypal.me/AstaParedes?locale.x=en_US)

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