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Kelly-Anne (Juliette Gariépy) wakes up every morning by the courthouse to secure a seat at the high-profile trial of Ludovic Chevalier (Maxwell McCabe-Lokos), a serial killer she is obsessed with. As days go by, the young woman bonds with another groupie (Laurie Babin), which momentarily breaks her out of her loneliness. But as the proceedings drag on and she spends more time in the courtroom with the victims' families, Kelly-Anne finds it increasingly difficult to maintain her psychological balance and assume her morbid fixation with the killer. She will then do whatever it takes to get her hands on the final piece of the puzzle: the missing video of a murdered 13-year-old girl, to whom Kelly-Anne bears a disturbing resemblance.Connect with the Film School'd Podcast:– Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filmschoold– Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/filmschooldpod/– Twitter: https://twitter.com/FilmSchooldPod– YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdgrswiL4AGviAOcbzfYCAwContinue the Conversation in the Official Film School'd Discussion Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/filmschoold

MARK BURNHAM is an actor and filmmaker living in Los Angeles. After college, Mark began training at the MET Theatre, where he was a founding member of the MET Theatre Workshop under the tutelage of, and studying along side Oscar, Emmy, Tony, and Pulitzer Prize winners. Through the 1990's, Mark could be seen on television in MAG7, Buffy, 3rd Rock, Action, Sunset Beach, USA High, and Warden Of Red Rock. In 2012, Mark met Quentin Dupieux and spent the next two years working with the auteur director and DJ on four films; WRONG from DraftHouse, WRONG COPS ep1, WRONG COPS (feat), and REALITE' from IFC Midnight. In 2014 Mark Co-Produced the English language film HIDDEN IN THE WOODS from Chilean director Patricio Valladares and Sony Releasing. In 2018 Mark was seen in student Academy Award winner Ryan Prows first feature LOWLIFE playing Teddy Haynes from IFC Midnight. Before the pandemic shutdown in 2020, Mark was cast in the Legendary Entertainment and Netflix film THE TEXAS CHAINSAW MASSACRE as Leatherface.Connect with the Film School'd Podcast:– Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filmschoold– Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/filmschooldpod/– Twitter: https://twitter.com/FilmSchooldPod– YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdgrswiL4AGviAOcbzfYCAwContinue the Conversation in the Official Film School'd Discussion Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/filmschoold

Ruby Bell is an Australian-born, LA-raised, London-educated, and current New York resident. She holds an MA in Fashion Media Practice & Criticism from the University of the Arts London. Her diverse talents include writing full-page articles published in Elle UK, taking photographs featured in Vogue and Prada, and creating her own films that have garnered critical acclaim and collected laurels. Ruby was also the still photographer for Baz Luhrmann's 8-time Oscar-nominated 2022 film, "Elvis," which starred Austin Butler and Tom Hanks. In addition, she served as the assistant to the cinematographer on the 2020 live-action Disney remake of "Mulan."Connect with the Film School'd Podcast:– Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filmschoold– Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/filmschooldpod/– Twitter: https://twitter.com/FilmSchooldPod– YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdgrswiL4AGviAOcbzfYCAwContinue the Conversation in the Official Film School'd Discussion Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/filmschoold

Powell Robinson is an award-winning narrative and commercial Cinematographer based out of Los Angeles, represented by Zero Gravity Management.While his clientele for music video and commercial work includes world-renowned talent such as Doja Cat, The Weeknd, Jack White, Pedro Pascal, and Megan Fox – his main passion lives in feature filmmaking. Over the last two years, Powell has shot two horror films for Hulu and Worthenbrooks (previously 20th Digital). The first of which, Appendage, premiered at SXSW, and had its final festival screening at SITGES. Notable independent feature work in the past includes Threshold (Arrow Video), Greenlight (Horror Collective), and the documentary feature Conversion (Gravitas Ventures) narrated by Zachary Quinto.Powell's love for intense genre content extends into his short form work as well, having shot multiple short films for CryptTV, Hulu Bite Size Halloween, and independent shorts like 10 Shots premiering at Screamfest in Los Angeles, Marked at Beyondfest, and Accomplice at Dances with Films and ShriekfestConnect with the Film School'd Podcast:– Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filmschoold– Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/filmschooldpod/– Twitter: https://twitter.com/FilmSchooldPod– YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdgrswiL4AGviAOcbzfYCAwContinue the Conversation in the Official Film School'd Discussion Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/filmschoold

In this exclusive interview, I sit down with the talented filmmaker, Colin Krawchuk, to delve deep into the making of his debut horror film, "The Jester." This must-listen discussion offers a behind-the-scenes look at the film, its journey from a YouTube sensation to a full-length feature, and more!

Raised in the American South, Nicholas Matthews is a Los Angeles based cinematographer. He recently photographed Lionsgate's SAW X in Mexico City starring Tobin Bell, LD Entertainment's erotic horror film Bone Lake, the southern crime thriller Mob Land (starring John Travolta & Stephen Dorff), and Shudder film Spoonful of Sugar (Fantastic Fest 2022). Throughout his career, he has worked with horror legends including Dan Myrick (director and writer of Blair Witch Project) and Ted Raimi (Evil Dead 2) who starred in "Red Light" which premiered at prestigious horror festival Sitges. He has shot music videos for artists from Ice Cube to Rise Against and award winning commercials for a variety of brands including Nike and Specialized Bikes.

Matt Orenstein is a Los Angeles-based composer. He has scored several shorts, features, and trailers, and has written music for branded content from companies including Mercedes-Benz, Square, and DoorDash.Films with Matt's scores have screened at several film festivals around the world, including Mostra São Paulo, Prix Videoformes (Paris), Chicago Independent Film Festival, Santa Barbara International Film Festival, Cinequest and SXSW. In 2022, he scored the Webby-nominated documentary short “Nearside: Pink Mahogany,” directed by Max Gold.Matt got his start as a bass player in the relentlessly experimental Minneapolis music scene as an adolescent in the early 2000's, the spirit of which he carried with him to Oberlin, OH. While at Oberlin Conservatory, he studied bass with Peter Dominguez (and Eddie Gomez during Dominguez's sabbatical), studied electronic music and composition, and played in as many different kinds of ensembles as he could. He spent 2011 to 2015 in Chicago, where he worked as a teacher, composer, songwriter, sound designer, and instrumentalist. Matt's work and performances have seen favorable coverage in several publications, including The New York Times, The LA Times, Entertainment Weekly, and the Allmusic Guide. He has worked with Four Larks, Laboratory Dancers (Chicago), Le Tour, Oberlin Dance Company, Fonema Consort, Jacaranda Music, High Concept Laboratories, Access Contemporary Music, Death & Pretzels, Sheet Ghosts, Naomi Greene, Lyris Quartet, Antonio Lysy, and several other artist and groups around the Minneapolis, Oberlin, Chicago, and Los Angeles areas. Matt has toured the country several times under several different banners, including his longtime project Lionel O, which released six albums between 2006-15. 

In this exclusive behind-the-scenes interview, we dive deep into the mind of Alex Herron, the creative genius behind the thrilling horror film "Dark Windows." Join us as we explore the inspirations, challenges, and artistic choices that shaped this gripping cinematic experience.

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Pick up a copy of ISLAND ESCAPE here: https://amzn.to/3QpCs8IABOUT ISLAND ESCAPE:After a mysterious accident at a research camp on the Isle of Gran Manan, a CEO hires a team of blue-collar mercenaries to extract his daughter, a scientist working at the camp. Upon arrival, the team soon learns that not only is the island surrounded by a wormhole that causes time to reset every three days, but it's also crawling with hideous monsters. As they learn more about the nature of time, space, and the creatures on the island, they quickly realize that death may be the easiest way to escape the island.ABOUT BRUCE WEMPLE:Bruce Wemple is a New York City-based Director, Writer, and Producer. Born in Albany, NY, Bruce studied Film and Mass Communications at the State University of New York at Oneonta. His debut feature, The Tomorrow Paradox, which is currently on the festival circuit as of 2017, has won awards at the Boston Sci-Fi Film Festival (Audience Choice) and Buffalo Dreams Fantastic Festival (Best Sci-Fi Feature).Connect with the Film School'd Podcast:– Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filmschoold– Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/filmschooldpod/– Twitter: https://twitter.com/FilmSchooldPod– YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdgrswiL4AGviAOcbzfYCAwContinue the Conversation in the Official Film School'd Discussion Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/filmschoold

Hot off the heels of one of the darkest episodes in Star Trek history, the crew of the Enterprise is back with the very first MUSICAL episode in Star Trek history.Where do they go next?!

Berkley Brady, based in Calgary, Alberta, is a producer, DGC director, and writer, known for her work in film and television. Operating under the corporate entity Nika Productions Inc., Brady draws inspiration from cinematic and art history, hip-hop culture, and the natural landscape. With a passion for storytelling on screens of all sizes, Brady's creative pursuits reflect her diverse influences.Raised in a family of storytellers and night owls, Brady's multicultural background as a Metis on her father's side and predominantly Scottish on her mother's side shaped her early experiences. A vivid childhood memory involves sitting under a restaurant table, captivated by her father's animated storytelling, which brought laughter and joy to the listeners.In 1986, Brady relocated to Calgary, a city nestled between the Rocky Mountains and the prairies, where she discovered her teenage passions for books, snowboarding, and indulging in the mystique of brooding boys with baggy pants. Her dedication to snowboarding led her to compete in half-pipe competitions, even achieving a notable third-place ranking in her province in 1994. Brady's connection to snowboarding extends beyond the sport itself; she views its physicality, flow, and rhythm as influences that shape her directorial approach. The mathematical curves and musicality inherent in snowboarding inform her intuitive collaboration with actors and her pursuit of fluid camera work.After completing university, Brady embarked on a journey as an assistant to documentary and experimental filmmakers, immersing herself in projects such as editing documentaries on the International Criminal Court and capturing potlatch ceremonies. These early experiences kindled her passion for narrative filmmaking, leading her to pursue an MFA in film directing at Columbia University in New York City. During her six-year stay in the city, she absorbed its vibrant cultural landscape, exploring various art forms, including dance and the legacy of hip-hop. Brady's time at Columbia involved working as a Teacher's Assistant at Barnard College and collaborating with different production companies as a reader. Additionally, she produced her first award-winning short film, "The Immaculate Reception," which premiered at Sundance Film Festival, marking her inaugural visit to the renowned event.Brady's accolades continued to accumulate as she won the prestigious Alfred P. Sloan award, which provided the opportunity to create her debut short film, "Blow Out." This atmospheric piece delves into the story of a lone geologist battling her crew on an isolated, snow-blown oil rig.Despite being inspired by the creativity and ambition surrounding her in the United States, Brady decided to return to Canada in 2016, driven by love. She is happily married to Ian Lister, a notable Canadian cinematographer. Brady cherishes the artistic landscape of Canada and directed her first two episodes of the upcoming TV series "Secret History of the Wild West." With the support of Telefilm funding, she ventured into feature film directing, completing her debut feature, "Dark Nature," in the autumn of 2022. The film premiered at Fantasia in Montreal, marking a significant milestone in her career.Currently, Brady's creative focus lies in directing horror films infused with adventure and evocative emotions. For her, the perfect film is one that elicits laughter, screams, and tears. With a desire to offer guilt-free escapes, Brady aspires to craft stories that employ genre conventions to tackle significant and sometimes challenging ideas.Connect with the Film School'd Podcast:– Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filmschoold– Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/filmschooldpod/– Twitter: https://twitter.com/FilmSchooldPod– YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdgrswiL4AGviAOcbzfYCAwContinue the Conversation in the Official Film School'd Discussion Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/filmschoold

In this episode of the Film School podcast, I share my thoughts on the new film, Kids VS Aliens, which has just been released on Shudder.Initially, I was not very interested in the movie until I found out that it was directed by Jason Eisner, known for his work on the cult favorite, Hobo with a Shotgun.In this video, I talk about the similarities between Kids versus Aliens and Eisner's previous short film, Slumber Party Alien Abduction – which inspired this feature.If you're wondering whether or not to check out this new film, this podcast episode will give you all the information you need to make an informed decision.Connect with the Film School'd Podcast:– Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filmschoold– Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/filmschooldpod/– Twitter: https://twitter.com/FilmSchooldPod– YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdgrswiL4AGviAOcbzfYCAwContinue the Conversation in the Official Film School'd Discussion Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/filmschoold

In this episode of the podcast, host Eric Skwarczynski sits down with Sean McDaniel, the cinematographer for Anthony DiBlasi's new horror film Malum – a reimagining of the 2014 cult classic horror movie Last Shift.Throughout the episode, Sean shares his experience at USC film school, what it's like remaking a cult classic, how to choose what lenses to use for a project, and what he thinks the best year of cinema is.Whether you're a fan of horror movies or simply interested in the behind-the-scenes process of filmmaking, this episode is a must-listen.Connect with the Film School'd Podcast:– Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filmschoold– Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/filmschooldpod/– Twitter: https://twitter.com/FilmSchooldPod– YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdgrswiL4AGviAOcbzfYCAwContinue the Conversation in the Official Film School'd Discussion Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/filmschoold

Chris Bezold is a composer known for Legacy (2020), Day Labor (2022), and Larceny (2017). His two latest films are Repeater, starring Paul Sidhu and Kristanna Loken, and As Good As Dead, starring Michael Jai White and Tom Berenger.––––––––––Connect with the Film School'd Podcast:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filmschooldInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/filmschooldpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FilmSchooldPodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdgrswiL4AGviAOcbzfYCAwContinue the Conversation in the Official Film School'd Discussion Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/filmschoold

Walker Brandt was born and raised in Santa Barbara, California on July 13, 1966. At age 12 started her own business as a horse trainer and exerciser. In her teens, she moved to Los Angeles and enrolled at Los Angeles Valley College. She worked various part-time jobs while taking classes in business, nutrition science, and child development.During that time, she was approached by a photographer who encouraged Walker to go into modeling and signed with Elite Model Management. When she was 18 years old, Walker moved to Milan, Italy and started her professional model and acting career. In the 1990s she was featured in major Hollywood productions, including City Slickers (1991), Dante's Peak (1997) & Lunarcop (1995), as well as US and international TV shows, including Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987), Beverly Hills, 90210 (1990), and Die Gang (1997), to name a few. Some of the projects she worked on took her to locations such as to South Africa where she was able to meet and spend time with Nelson Mandela before his election, laugh backstage with Shirley MacLaine when she was on tour in Africa, and play with baby lions and see wild African elephants in their habitat. Another project took her into the countryside of East Berlin while living in Hamburg Germany during the shooting of a TV series.Walker's image and talents have also been used in dozens of commercials and Ad campaigns for popular national and international brands. In addition to traditional acting roles, she has also hosted and done voice over for several of the brands.In 2001, Walker married Jeff Stafford, and she and her husband raised her stepdaughter. Raising a child motivated her to stay closer to home with her work. During that time, she took courses at Santa Monica College and Orange Coast College as well as serving as a board member of her community organization for a period of time, where her responsibilities included organizing the Neighborhood Watch program for 1700 residents as well as addressing safety & security issues with the city on behalf of the community. She established working relationships with the Mayor, Councilman, and various city officials as a result.Walker and her husband enjoy stand up paddling, hiking, golf, mountain biking, and spending active time out in nature at every opportunity with their family in Southern California.––––––––––Connect with the Film School'd Podcast:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filmschooldInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/filmschooldpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FilmSchooldPodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdgrswiL4AGviAOcbzfYCAwContinue the Conversation in the Official Film School'd Discussion Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/filmschoold

I had the pleasure of chatting with cinematographer Brian Sowell about his work on the new Christmas horror film 'Bloody Christmas' which premiered on Shudder and in select theaters on December 9th, 2022.In this conversation, we dive into Brian's early interests in film and how he started working in the industry. Then he gives us the inside scoop about the filming process, unique challenges, and favorite moments of shooting a 16mm Christmas slasher film on a small budget.If the words "KILLER ROBOT SANTA" excite you, be sure to check out 'Christmas Bloody Christmas'!Director Joe Begos and co. have created a delightfully gory and twisted Christmas movie that will leave you screaming for more!––––––––––CHRISTMAS BLOODY CHRISTMAS SYNOPSIS:It's Christmas Eve, and Tori just wants to get drunk and party, but when a robotic Santa Clause at a nearby toy store goes haywire and begins a rampant killing spree through her small town, she's forced into a battle for survival.––––––––––Connect with the Film School'd Podcast:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filmschooldInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/filmschooldpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FilmSchooldPodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdgrswiL4AGviAOcbzfYCAwContinue the Conversation in the Official Film School'd Discussion Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/filmschoold

Stuntman Kevin Cassidy has been making movie goers' hearts beat faster since 2005, when he appeared in his first feature film, the remake of The Longest Yard starring Adam Sandler, Chris Rock, and Burt Reynolds. Since then, “Cass” has become known industry-wide for his hard-hitting action in major motion pictures like Black Panther, multiple Spider-Man and Ant-Man movies, Guardians of the Galaxy, Vol. 2, Captain America: Civil War, Salt, The Hunger Games: Mockingjay 1 and 2, The Dark Knight Rises, and many others. His television appearances include episodes of Punk'd, Dexter, CSI, Friday Night Lights, Late Night with Conan O'Brien, and Sons of Anarchy. He has also done motion capture work for EA Sports' Madden NFL, HALO, Gears of War, and many other video games, and trained performers Nicki Minaj, Rhianna, Britney Spears, and Justin Bieber for specialized action in their music videos.Prior to becoming a stuntman, Cass was a standout high school and college athlete who went on to play professional baseball and SlamBall (an extreme form of full-contact basketball), which was televised on Spike TV in the early 2000s. He also taught middle school outside Washington, D.C., before answering Hollywood's call.Cass was born on Long Island, New York, in 1977 with a severe facial deformity that made him the target of intense bullying throughout his childhood, causing him to think deeply about matters of identity, self-assurance, and the way social roles are constructed. That experience, along with his lifelong dream of teaching and coaching young people, led him to bringing Ninja Nation to the Charlotte area. A place where kids will not only learn fun athletic skills but also become the recipients of Cass's real-world lessons in confidence, humility, poise, and teamwork.Cass lives with his wife, Megan, and their daughters Victoria, Blake, and Rae in Charlotte, North Carolina, where they enjoy the nearby lake, golf courses, sports teams, year-round community events, and time with friends and family.Connect with the Film School'd Podcast:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filmschooldInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/filmschooldpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FilmSchooldPodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdgrswiL4AGviAOcbzfYCAwContinue the Conversation in the Official Film School'd Discussion Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/filmschoold

Corey Wallace is an LA-based film and television composer with over 15 years of experience & nearly 100 credits to his name. Recent projects include Jamie Winterstern's storm-chasing, coming-of-age adventure film SUPERCELL, starring Alec Baldwin and the late Anne Heche, and the Comedy Central original comedy-horror CURSED FRIENDS, starring Harvey Guillen (WHAT WE DO IN THE SHADOWS), Jessica Lowe (MINX), and Nicole Byer, with Will Arnett, Ken Marino, Nikki Glaser, and Nicole Richie. Recent accolades include Best Original Score-Animated film at the Hollywood Music in Media Awards for MIME YOUR MANNERS, and Best Score at Grimmfest for the horror film ARTIK - a “symphony of broken instruments”.Upcoming projects include the third collaboration with Dan Glaser on his Viking horror film AFTERWALKER.Wallace has also contributed additional music to Blumhouse's THE FIRST PURGE, and he has worked on AMC's THE WALKING DEAD, TNT's SNOWPIERCER, ABC's AGENTS OF S.H.I.E.L.D., Apple TV+'s SEE, ABC's QUANTICO, as well as the newest installment in the AAA game series CALL OF DUTY: VANGUARD. Upcoming contributions include the Netflix film WE HAVE A GHOST, starring David Harbour and Anthony Mackie, directed by Christopher Landon.Wallace's versatile musical style is equally at home with the traditional orchestra as well as with modern electronic and sound design scores. His orchestral approach focuses on melody and colorful orchestration, notable in his fantasy score to THE HYBRIDS FAMILY, Best Soundtrack winner at the 2018 Oniros Film Awards, as well as in his extensive work in animation. Many of Wallace's horror/thriller scores heavily use custom sound design created through the manipulation and mutilation of organic sound sources, creating a distinct, other-worldly yet natural sound.Wallace graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison (2008) and the University of Southern California's prestigious Scoring for Motion Pictures and Television (SMPTV) program in 2009, going on to assist film scoring icon Christopher Young (DRAG ME TO HELL, SPIDER-MAN 3). Wallace was honored as a participant in the 2010 ASCAP Film Scoring Workshop where he received the David Rose Scholarship. In 2011, he worked on several projects for Anthony E. Zuiker (creator, CSI), including a collaboration with Academy Award winner Robert Legato. After scoring the indie hit SHADOW PEOPLE in 2012 for director Matthew Arnold (EMERALD CITY), the pair made their network television debut on the critically acclaimed NBC thriller/drama SIBERIA. Other long-time collaborators include director Ilya Rozhkov, whose groundbreaking virtual reality action film AGENT EMERSON uses an intense and ambitious score seamlessly blending acoustic and electronic elements, featuring world-class cellist Tina Guo.Connect with the Film School'd Podcast:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filmschooldInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/filmschooldpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FilmSchooldPodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdgrswiL4AGviAOcbzfYCAwContinue the Conversation in the Official Film School'd Discussion Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/filmschoold

Kathrin Eder is an Austrian-born, L.A.-based production designer working in film, episodic television, commercials, and music videos. Her background in social and cultural anthropology from the University of Vienna roots her approach heavily in backstory and world-building. Previous noteworthy projects include Nikole Beckwidth's "Stockholm Pennsylvania", Jason Orley's "Big Time Adolescence", David Bruckner's "The Night House" and Starz Family "Black Mafia Family". Kathrin speaks English and German fluently, and Spanish conversationally. Kathrin is wrapped with WP-A.In this episode, we discuss her incredible career and her recent work as the production designer for David Bruckner's Hellraiser starring Jamie Clayton and Odessa A'zion.Connect with the Film School'd Podcast:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filmschooldInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/filmschooldpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FilmSchooldPodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdgrswiL4AGviAOcbzfYCAwContinue the Conversation in the Official Film School'd Discussion Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/filmschoold

American Cinematographer Magazine named Anka Malatynska as one of the “10 Rising Stars of Cinematography 2019."Variety named her "Top 10 Cinematographers to Watch" in 2020.She certainly deserves the accolades.Anka has had an incredible career as a cinematographer, with work including Monsterland, I Know What You Did Last Summer, Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin, and Steve Buscemi's upcoming film, The Listener, starring Tessa Thompson.Truly a director's cinematographer, Anka listens to her collaborators with a deep heart and intent, resulting in powerful friendships and collaborations.Anka has continually sought out and created work that is bold and diverse. She is as adept at leading a hundred-person crew through the monsoon-soaked jungles of South East Asia as she is at cultivating an intimate atmosphere on a three-person documentary shoot. Through her work, she has hobnobbed with dignitaries and diplomats and hung out with East L.A. gangsters. She speaks three languages fluently and is comfortably conversational in half a dozen more, which only enhances Anka's ability to make absolutely anyone and everyone feel comfortable in front of the lens.The daughter of a Himalayan mountain climber and Polish immigrant scientist mother, Anka is deeply passionate about living an inspired life. Outside of filmmaking, Anka herself is a mother, a wife, a surfer, a yogi, a traveler, and a purposefully inspiring human being. Usually living in New York and Los Angeles, when she is not on set she spends the majority of the time traveling with her husband and son. For six months during the COVID pandemic in 2020, they resided in Nicaragua.Connect with the Film School'd Podcast:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filmschooldInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/filmschooldpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FilmSchooldPodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdgrswiL4AGviAOcbzfYCAwContinue the Conversation in the Official Film School'd Discussion Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/filmschoold

Michael Wallach is a Hollywood screenwriter.Wallach's background is actually in politics - he has an MA from Columbia University in National Security Studies and spent two years as an Analyst at the State Department.He left that world to write movies in Hollywood, and among others, wrote the film "The Bay" directed by Oscar winner Barry Levinson (famous for Wag The Dog, The Natural, Rain Man)...He's since become a medical freedom activist and documentary maker. His new film "The Viral Delusion" just debuted, telling a story of alleged fraud involving the pandemic.His five-part film series, The Viral Delusion, is now available at www.theviraldelusion.com and has been called "A Masterpiece" by Dr. Sam Bailey and "immensely important and beautifully made" by Dr. John Bevan-Smith.Connect with the Film School'd Podcast:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filmschooldInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/filmschooldpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FilmSchooldPodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdgrswiL4AGviAOcbzfYCAwContinue the Conversation in the Official Film School'd Discussion Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/filmschoold

Terissa Kelton is the Co-Founder and EVP of Development, Production and Distribution at Rehab Entertainment. While running day-to-day operations, Kelton also oversees Rehab Entertainment's entire production slate with producing partner, John W. Hyde.Now streaming on Apple TV+, Kelton is part of the executive producing team behind the animated series based on the classic novel, HARRIET THE SPY.In family features, Kelton is executive producing the relaunch of FLIGHT OF THE NAVIGATOR, based on the 1986 classic. Bryce Dallas Howard is set to make her feature directorial debut on the film.She is also executive producing PROPHET with Sony/Studio 8, based on the Image comic book series created by Rob Liefeld. Sam Hargrave is set to direct and Jake Gyllenhaal to star.In children's television, with The Jim Henson Company, she is slated to executive produce a television project based on the popular pre-school book, THE KISSING HAND.Also with The Henson Company, Kelton is executive producing a television series loosely based on the popular picture book, THE COLORS OF US by Karen Katz. LENA! tells the story of a culturally diverse neighborhood through the eyes of a dyslexic, adopted seven-year-old from Guatemala who is always looking for ways to help her friends and family.In the horror feature space, Kelton is deeply involved and will executive produce a female-driven pregnancy horror penned by Sehaj Sethi.In digital, Kelton recently produced and starred in the series, PRIDE: THE SERIES, which is now available on Amazon Prime.She is an active member of the Hollywood Radio and Television Society and the Television Academy.Kelton began her career in Austin, Texas, working in various capacities on many feature films. She starred in LOOK AT ME AGAIN, SNATCH N GRAB, ABRAM'S HAND and TURKEY DAY. Interested in the world behind the camera, Kelton then went on the star in and produce GOIN' GUERILLA, 3 REFERENCES, QUAD X I & II, DISASSOCIATIONVILLE, and HOMECOMING I/II. Throughout this time, she was also involved in numerous short films. Kelton's work has been featured in film festivals around the United States and internationally; including the Austin Film Festival where 3 REFERENCES premiered and was nominated for an audience choice award. She has also received individual nominations and won various awards for acting and directing. Kelton has returned to the Austin Film Festival as a panel moderator, notably for writer Steve Faber's panel on Artistic Integrity. She's also has been a feature screenplay judge for the Austin Revolution Film Festival.Kelton graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre: Acting and a Bachelor of Science in Mass Communication: Electronic Media from Texas State University at the age of 21. Some of her college highlights are starring in and producing the feature film, HOMECOMING; anchoring for the Texas State newscast, Bobcat Update; and studying all things Shakespeare with the Royal Shakespeare Company in Stratford-Upon-Avon, England. Kelton also held officer roles in several organizations, including Alpha Psi Omega and Bobcat Build. ​Connect with Terissa Kelton: http://www.terissakelton.com/Connect with the Film School'd Podcast:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filmschooldInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/filmschooldpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FilmSchooldPodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdgrswiL4AGviAOcbzfYCAwContinue the Conversation in the Official Film School'd Discussion Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/filmschoold

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Connect with the Film School'd Podcast:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filmschooldInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/filmschooldpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FilmSchooldPodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdgrswiL4AGviAOcbzfYCAwContinue the Conversation in the Official Film School'd Discussion Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/filmschoold

Ve Neill has earned 23 international nominations that include 8 Oscar nominations. She won three Academy Awards for Beetlejuice, Mrs. Doubtfire and Ed Wood, two Emmys for Pee-wee's Playhouse and The Shining, a BAFTA for Pirates of the Caribbean, five Saturn Awards and Local 706 Best Character Makeup Award. She's also the first Artist to be awarded Hollywood Foreign Press “Makeup Artist of the Year.” Ve created space travelers for Star Trek the Motion Picture and the hit comedy “Galaxy Quest”; Rock ‘n' Roll Vampires for “The Lost Boys”; visions of the Afterlife for “Beetlejuice”, transformed Johnny Depp into “Edward Scissorhands”, Jack Sparrow, “Ed Wood” and “Sweeney Todd” and Robin Williams into “Mrs. Doubtfire.”She's also Headed some of the largest movie franchises in the world; Batman, Pirates of the Caribbean, The Amazing Spiderman and The Hunger Games. She's been on the Local 706 Executive Board, an educator, a businesswoman and a judge on the hit TV series for Syfy “Face Off”. She has been awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award by her guild, Local 706. She had three films come out in 2018, “Shock and Awe” starring Woody Harrelson and James Marsden, “A Star is Born” starring Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga and the quirky life inspired film “Welcome to Marwen” starring Steve Carrell and Leslie Mann directed by Robert Zemekis. In 2019 she completed The Highwaymen, where Kevin Costner and Woody Harrelson chased down Bonnie and Clyde. For more about Legends Make-Up Academy, visit https://legendsmakeup.com/Connect with the Film School'd Podcast:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filmschooldInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/filmschooldpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FilmSchooldPodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdgrswiL4AGviAOcbzfYCAwContinue the Conversation in the Official Film School'd Discussion Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/filmschoold

Bob DeMars is an award-winning filmmaker with over 15 years of experience producing, writing, and directing. He was a producing partner at Pelagius Films from 2002 to 2009. In 2009, he produced his first documentary, "Adjust Your Color: The Truth of Petey Green", narrated by Don Cheadle. This documentary was the follow-up to the acclaimed "Talk to Me", from Universal's Focus Features, and it was distributed by PBS's "Independent Lens. It went on to win the program's Audience Award for the year.A screenwriter by trade, he wrote the final polish draft for "Talk to Me". Following the film's success, DeMars broke from Pelagius to focus on screenwriting. One current project, "Ring of Deceit", written by DeMars, is based on a true story involving two men who embezzled $87 million from Wells Fargo in Los Angeles and used the money to finance the biggest fights in boxing in the early 80's; it currently has Antoine Fuqua attached to direct.In 2012, DeMars began researching college athletes' rights. Instead of waiting for one of his screenplays to get made, he decided to make a movie about something he cared about. This became the impetus for "The Business of Amateurs", a documentary that makes the case that the NCAA places the profits of colleges ahead of the best interests of athletes and their families. As a former USC football player, DeMars pulls no punches in the film, tackling many beats, from the exploitation of the college athlete to the prevalence of brain trauma inherent to college football. He systematically points out the hypocrisy and injustices that, in some cases, are life or death issues."You don't make documentaries to make money; you make them to make a difference", says DeMars. "The Business of Amateurs" is was ranked as one of the top 20 documentaries on iTunes for 2016. The documentary as gone on to inspire legislation for college athletes in many states as swell as encourage many former players to pledge their brain to CTE research.Connect with the Film School'd Podcast:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filmschooldInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/filmschooldpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FilmSchooldPodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdgrswiL4AGviAOcbzfYCAwContinue the Conversation in the Official Film School'd Discussion Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/filmschoold

Sarah Pribis is an actor, writer, singer, and host, raised in Philadelphia and currently based in New York City. She made her Broadway debut in Les Miserables while in high school, and graduated from NYU's Tisch School of the Arts, with a double major in Theatre & Journalism. She is the former host of HQ Trivia. She has also hosted for: Amazon, Walmart, Bowlero, LittleThings, Business Insider, IndieZone, The Ellen Show.TV highlights include: Bravo's Dirty John, CW's Two Sentence Horror Stories, USA's The Purge, CBS's The Bold & the Beautiful, TruTV's Hack My Life. Sarah's recent feature films include: Clinton Road (Ice T, Vincent Pastore), Inside Game (Scott Wolf, Will Sasso), and Cicada (Cobie Smulders, Bowen Yang).After taking improv at Upright Citizens Brigade, Sarah also began creating her own content. You can find her doing comedic sketches for Betches and College Humor, or see more of her self-produced work on Instagram (@sarahpribis) She is currently writing & developing two original TV series.Find out more at http://sarahpribis.com/Connect with the Film School'd Podcast:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filmschooldInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/filmschooldpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FilmSchooldPodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdgrswiL4AGviAOcbzfYCAwContinue the Conversation in the Official Film School'd Discussion Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/filmschoold

Originally from Kalamazoo, Michigan, Zach knew he wanted to work in film at a very young age. However, it wasn't until he was much older after attempting a career in the emergency medical field and co-owning a cupcake shop that he decided to take his chance in the industry. Zach attended the Digital Animation and Visual Effects School out of Orlando, Florida, where he earned his Bachelor's degree in VFX Production.His first big break was working with MPC Vancouver as a compositor on Justice League, Fifty Shades Freed, The Strain, and several other projects. As his time with MPC was coming to a close, he became enamored with the production side of the industry. Through some furthering education and immense drive, Zach landed his first gig in production with Falcon's Creative Group. While working in themed entertainment, he thrived as a production coordinator and later took on additional responsibilities as the casting director and unit production manager for live-action. During his time with Falcon's Creative Group, Zach was able to work with clients such as Marvel Entertainment, National Geographic, PBS, and many more. However, his favorite assignment was as the unit production manager and lead post-production coordinator for Halo: Outpost Discovery, a traveling meta-interactive experience.Though he enjoyed his time in themed entertainment, Zach always longed to get back into the film and television industry, and in 2019 Crafty Apes VFX offered him that golden opportunity. Since his return, Zach has worked on over twenty film or television projects across three visual effects studios. He is known for his attention to detail and his thoughtfulness when it comes to clients. Some of his standout credits include Mulan, Star Trek: Picard, Cry Macho, and Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty.In his time away from the studio, Zach enjoys helping up-and-coming filmmakers with their production, visual effects, and casting needs through his company, Throw the Knife Productions.Connect with the Film School'd Podcast:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filmschooldInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/filmschooldpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FilmSchooldPodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdgrswiL4AGviAOcbzfYCAwContinue the Conversation in the Official Film School'd Discussion Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/filmschoold

Purchase a copy of Karen Grassle's book, Bright Lights, Prairie Dust, here: https://amzn.to/3nQIiRqAbout Karen Grassle:Karen Grassle is known around the world for her portrayal of the iconic character of “Ma” on Little House on the Prairie. Karen grew up beside the Pacific Ocean in Ventura, California, where she lived until graduating from high school. While studying at the University of California at Berkeley, she discovered her calling and began to pursue training in acting. She joined the esteemed Actor's Workshop in San Francisco, studied at the Pasadena Playhouse, graduated from UC Berkeley, and received a Fulbright to study in London at the famed London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art.While living in New York City, Karen worked at resident theatres all over the country and trained as a Linklater Voice teacher to keep the “wolf from the door.” Within a couple of years of arriving in New York, she made her Broadway debut, later appearing in the NY Shakespeare Festival in Central Park with such luminaries as Sam Waterston and Christopher Walken.A role in an independent movie drew her back to California where the film promptly fell through and left her stranded. This was the situation when she received a fateful phone call and was asked to meet about a new TV show called Little House on the Prairie. Steeped in Shakespeare and the theatre, Karen asked “Michael Landon? Which one of the brothers from Bonanza is he?”During her years on television, Karen co-created the TV movie Battered and advocated for women's issues. After 8 seasons on Little House, Karen married and she and her husband adopted a baby, fulfilling Karen's dream to be a mom. Although the marriage did not succeed, she was grateful to have the opportunity to be a mother. She continued to appear on television and also stood by on Broadway for Mary Tyler Moore and Lynn Redgrave. She has continued to work in major roles, spending six years at Actors Theatre of Louisville, and later, at theatres near her home in the San Francisco Bay Area, as well as around the U.S. and Canada. Her most recent film, Not to Forget, was released in 2021. This lighthearted film revolves around the issue of dementia and family.For more, visit https://karengrassle.net/Connect with the Film School'd Podcast:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filmschooldInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/filmschooldpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FilmSchooldPodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdgrswiL4AGviAOcbzfYCAwContinue the Conversation in the Official Film School'd Discussion Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/filmschoold

Purchase a copy of Laura Cayouette's book, Know Small Parts, here: https://amzn.to/3rpRRrkIn her over-25 year career, Laura Cayouette has acted in Quentin Tarantino's Django Unchained and Kill Bill as well as True Detective, Friends, and over 60 commercials. She wrote and directed an award-winning short film and produced and starred in the Tarantino production: Hell Ride, a biker movie starring Dennis Hopper, Michael Madsen, and David Carradine. Laura earned a Master's Degree in creative writing and English literature and has taught actors and directors at various universities.Connect with the Film School'd Podcast:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filmschooldInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/filmschooldpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FilmSchooldPodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdgrswiL4AGviAOcbzfYCAwContinue the Conversation in the Official Film School'd Discussion Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/filmschoold

Michael Stein is an entrepreneur, actor, writer, director, producer, stand-up comedian, and personal development expert. Michael is the founder and CEO of Abadak Inc. A company that he started with zero money and has since made 100+ million dollars. Started his entrepreneurial career when he was 19 years, becoming the #1 young nightclub promoter in Los Angeles. Michael has acted and worked with multiple Academy Award-winning actors, filmmakers, producers, and fortune 500 leaders and is the host of the Long Shot Leaders Podcast.Connect with the Film School'd Podcast:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filmschooldInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/filmschooldpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FilmSchooldPodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdgrswiL4AGviAOcbzfYCAwContinue the Conversation in the Official Film School'd Discussion Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/filmschoold

Katie Chonacas is a globally outstanding Greek-American actress with over two decades of experience in the Hollywood entertainment industry. She began her career as a classically trained actor, model, poet, producer, painter, and philanthropist at an early age. Katie rapidly gained a reputation for her natural beauty and went on to work for prominent companies. Her modeling career quickly led her to Los Angeles, where she relocated full-time and discovered a true love for acting.After dominating in modeling, appearing on television, and working with famous stars in cinema. Katie opted to pursue her love of music, and landed a deal with 50 Cent and G-Unit, superstars in the music industry, and went on tour with them throughout Spain and South Africa. She also starred in a number of popular music videos, like P!nk's "Who Knew", Hilary Duff's "Stranger" and The Chemical Brothers' "The Golden Path", to add to the list.She made her television debut on CBS's CSI: NY, Cold Case, FX Network's It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, Law & Order SVU to name a few. She appeared in films such as A Perfect Getaway with Milla Jovovich and Steve Zhan, Morgan Freeman and Antonio Banderas' The Code, as well as a sensual scene with Nicolas Cage in Werner Herzog's Bad Lieutenant: Port of Call New Orleans.Katie works as a professional voice-over actor specializing in cartoon animation voices with her branded name Cartoon Katie. She brought to life characters such as Soup from the popular international video game Minecraft: Story Mode - Season 2, Georgia as Nancy Drew's best friend in Nancy Drew's Codes and Clues. Katie has a raspy golden voice such as Emma Stone, Scarlett Johansson, Demi Moore. She aims to be on the pulse of all the brands and upcoming brands in the voiceover commercial industry.Couples Therapy, a globally acclaimed lockdown improv comedy web series was created in the beginning of March 2020. Katie directed and produced the web series which is in numerous International Film Festivals, the web series has received over 27 official selections, 17 Best New Media & Best Web Series so far. Katie has also received 4 Best Actor & Best Director honors for her performance in the show.Chonacas is an NFT artist who published the first "love poem" on the blockchain, along with the original polaroids from artist Robert Sturman. The poetry book, A Lover's Fairytale, was composed between 2004 and 2012 as a reflection of her experiences while traveling across the world. It aspires to empower you through art's words, allowing you to adapt, transform, and improve your own life.Chonacas started a popular podcast titled She's All Over The Place. It didn't take long for it to become a successful podcast, with over 700 downloads per episode and over 4000 monthly. She's All Over the Place podcast is about business in the entertainment industry, as well as the arts, culture, education, and mental health. Some notable guests are Dr. John Jaquish, a scientist (who works with Tony Robbins), and Kelly Vlahakis-Hanks, the multi-billionaire female CEO of ECOS.Katie formed the production company, The Sophisticated Psychos, a duo with Nicky Scorpio. The Sophisticated Psychos create one-of-a-kind music and web series with a distinct flavor. Their music and beats contain scientifically validated solfeggio healing frequencies, ensuring that listeners not only love the music but also feel better, resulting in a positive ripple effect.She also recently released her debut solo album Dreamland 1111 on her birthday, 11.11 under her birth name Saint Kyriaki rooted in her Greek Orthodox tradition. Magically aligned with spiritual presence, the album is influenced by language as an artistic expression of creative filmmaking to convey colours and celebrate other artists and the divine femininity.Chonacas is also recognized for her generosity, having donated to charities including Children International, Team in Training, Eva's Heroes, The Brightest Star Foundation, and Love Cures Cancer. She's also made two public service announcements: one for Pantene Pro V, in which she gave eight inches of her hair, and the other for the BP Oil Spill. She worked on the original TV show Noble Exchange for Halogen TV, a social-justice television network, in the summer of 2010. She is a strong supporter of women's empowerment, mental health, and environmental protection. Indeed, her vision is evident in all of her works.Connect with the Film School'd Podcast:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filmschooldInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/filmschooldpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FilmSchooldPodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdgrswiL4AGviAOcbzfYCAwContinue the Conversation in the Official Film School'd Discussion Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/filmschoold

Joshua Mikel is an incredible actor most known for his recuurring role as Jared in the hit show, The Walking Dead.He's also appeared in shows like Creepshow, Doom Patrol, The Purge, The Righteous Gemstones, and Black Lightning, and on the big screen with films like Respect, Ant-Man and the Wasp, Game Night, Independence Day: Resurgence, Cell, Dirty Grandpa, We're the Millers, and more.A graduate of Florida State University's Theatre and Creative Writing programs, Josh honed his craft on the stages at FSU's School of Theatre.While at FSU, he worked closely as an actor and storyboard artist with the acclaimed Florida State Film School and developed a love for filmmaking. As a director, he has created and animated music videos for the acts Against Me!, Waxahatchee, Jake Bugg, Neon Trees, and American Authors.A published playwright, Josh is known particularly for his theatre for young audiences works "The Monster Hunters," and "Good Good Trouble on Bad Bad Island." Josh is the long-time drummer for the indie rock band Look Mexico. He lives in Atlanta, Georgia where he is represented by J Pervis Talent Agency and Authentic Management..Connect with the Film School'd Podcast:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filmschooldInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/filmschooldpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FilmSchooldPodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdgrswiL4AGviAOcbzfYCAwContinue the Conversation in the Official Film School'd Discussion Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/filmschoold

Emmy award-winning writer/director Casey Tebo was destined to make films since he snuck into a theatre alone to watch James Cameron's 'Aliens' in 1986.Tebo worked his way through the music video ranks like many of his idols (Soderberg, Demme) (Rolling stone magazine dubbed Tebo "Fincher-esque"). in 2014 he quickly broke into narrative filmmaking with his jaw-dropping sci-fi short film Captivus 2.0. "Captivus", a green film was made with sets built from recycled items from dumps around Boston and played at prestigious film festivals including Cannes, NY, SIFF and more receiving rave reviews from industry trend-setting websites like film threat, Fangoria, and Film school rejects.In 2016 Tebo wrote an indie genre thriller that caught the eye of producer Sean Mckittrick (get out, Blackkklansman) who produced said first film. Made for only $400,000 (us) - "Happy Birthday" was bought and released by Orion / MGM. From Bloody Disgusting: "Tebo's first feature film, is one of these rare cinematic gifts, wrapped in the guise of a standard Mexico- based thriller."In 2018 - Tebo shot, directed and edited a feature documentary about his relationship with legendary rock star Steven Tyler, for - Steven Tyler Out on a Limb (2018) (producer Todd Thompson). Recently, along with legendary director Chris Columbus, Tebo set up his first narrative TV show "Welcome to Hitchcock" at UCP.In the Fall of 2021 we will see the release of the much anticipated horror comedy Black Friday starring Bruce Campbell, Devon Sawa. Scream Magazine - "Everyone HAS to see this - it is 5 STAR comedy sci-fi/horror gold!!!"Not only looking like a lumberjack, he lives outside Boston in a log cabin, where movies still follow him to this day with his sons Dutch (Predator) and Boone (Animal House), and his daughter, Ripley. (Alien)Connect with the Film School'd Podcast:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filmschooldInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/filmschooldpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FilmSchooldPodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdgrswiL4AGviAOcbzfYCAwContinue the Conversation in the Official Film School'd Discussion Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/filmschoold

Andrew Kasch is a Los Angeles-based director and editor with an extensive background in sci-fi, fantasy, and horror. He is a two-time Saturn Award winner and a graduate of the Savannah College of Art & Design. Andrew's lifelong obsession with the genre led him into career-making film documentaries and independent festival shorts before he eventually moved into scripted television. He has edited over 60 projects, including The Flash, Beavis & Butthead, Black Lightning, and Titans. He is best known for co-directing the acclaimed award-winning documentary Never Sleep Again: The Elm Street Legacy, as well as the anthology horror feature Tales of Halloween, and directing/editing the cult television series Legends of Tomorrow for DC.Find out more at https://www.andrewkasch.com/Connect with the Film School'd Podcast:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filmschooldInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/filmschooldpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FilmSchooldPodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdgrswiL4AGviAOcbzfYCAwContinue the Conversation in the Official Film School'd Discussion Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/filmschoold

Purchase a copy of Blind Pony, here: https://amzn.to/32Q8svNAn award-winning Creative Director/Writer, Sam is also an experienced director and producer. As a creative director, she's been instrumental in the creative development of campaigns for films, brands, and non-profits. Her creative direction for United Way Chicago, entitled "We're All Connected," earned her the prestigious Gold Hugo Award.Samantha's career began in the entertainment industry, under the mentorship of David Geffen at his venerable record label, Geffen Records working with artists Nirvana, Guns' N Roses, and Aerosmith. She went on to become Creative Director at Gramercy Pictures (now Focus Films.) Samantha's creative vision brought prominence to such independent features as Dazed and Confused, Fargo, The Usual Suspects, and Four Weddings And A Funeral. She continued her run of hits at Fox Searchlight with Waking Ned Devine and Boys Don't Cry before moving to Universal Pictures as Senior Vice President of Marketing and Advertising. Segueing to commercial advertising in 2004, she owned and operated Foundation Content, the production/editorial powerhouse she co-founded in Chicago with James Lipetzky, before the duo rebranded in Los Angeles as Wild Bill Creative in 2017.BLIND PONY As True A Story As I Can Tell, is Sam's first book, and was published on March 15, 2021, now available everywhere. Publisher's Weekly calls it "Unforgettable and raw… Hart's powerful debut, a gritty memoir rife with graphic details of abuse and triumph over it will break hearts." Kirkus Reviews raves, "Hart is a gifted storyteller…the book is ultimately inspirational. ​Samantha is currently working on a novel entitled, "The Capricious Life of Charlie Lane," as well as a volume of drawings and prose called, "When I Was A Muse." Connect with the Film School'd Podcast:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filmschooldInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/filmschooldpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FilmSchooldPodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdgrswiL4AGviAOcbzfYCAwContinue the Conversation in the Official Film School'd Discussion Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/filmschoold​

Jaimie Beebe grew up in the Midwest, making her way out to Los Angeles to pursue a career in production. She is a film and TV Casting Director with a wide variety of credits including “River Runs Red” starring Taye Diggs and John Cusack, “Ice Cream in the Cupboard” Starring Jaime King, “Falsely Accused” starring Rosanna Arquette, and the critically acclaimed series “Paradise City” starring Ryan Hurst, Bella Thorne, and Drea de Matteo. In her free time she produces and hosts a weekly True Crime Podcast called, “Strictly Stalking”, often topping the top 100 Apple Podcast charts.On This Episode:00:00 Intro/Starting in the Entertainment Industry04:47 Becoming a Casting Director08:30 What Reality TV Casting Directors Look For10:58 Pursuing Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunities15:30 Advice for Actors19:00 The Power of Collaboration20:32 Self-Tapes23:44 Storytelling Through Podcasting33:45 Strictly Stalking on TV?35:16 Rapid RoundConnect with the Film School'd Podcast:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filmschooldInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/filmschooldpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FilmSchooldPodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdgrswiL4AGviAOcbzfYCAwContinue the Conversation in the Official Film School'd Discussion Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/filmschoold

Purchase a Copy of Bruce Lee: A Life: https://amzn.to/3FMOlxREric Skwarczynski interviews author Matthew Polly, who penned the “definitive” (The New York Times) biography of film legend Bruce Lee. Lee made martial arts a global phenomenon, bridged the divide between eastern and western cultures, and smashed long-held stereotypes of Asians and Asian-Americans.Forty-five years after Bruce Lee's sudden death at age thirty-two, journalist and bestselling author Matthew Polly has written the definitive account of Lee's life. It's also one of the only accounts; incredibly, there has never been an authoritative biography of Lee. Following a decade of research that included conducting more than one hundred interviews with Lee's family, friends, business associates, and even the actress in whose bed Lee died, Polly has constructed a complex, humane portrait of the icon.Polly explores Lee's early years as a child star in Hong Kong cinema; his actor father's struggles with opium addiction and how that turned Bruce into a troublemaking teenager who was kicked out of high school and eventually sent to America to shape up; his beginnings as a martial arts teacher, eventually becoming a personal instructor to movie stars like James Coburn and Steve McQueen; his struggles as an Asian-American actor in Hollywood and frustration seeing role after role he auditioned for go to white actors in eye makeup; his eventual triumph as a leading man; his challenges juggling a sky-rocketing career with his duties as a father and husband; and his shocking end that to this day is still shrouded in mystery.Polly breaks down the myths surrounding Bruce Lee and argues that, contrary to popular belief, he was an ambitious actor who was obsessed with the martial arts—not a kung-fu guru who just so happened to make a couple of movies. This is an honest, revealing look at an impressive yet imperfect man whose personal story was even more entertaining and inspiring than any fictional role he played onscreen.

In today's episode, Eric Skwarczynski interviews Alex Vincent.In today's episode, Eric Skwarczynski interviews Alex Vincent. At six years old he starred as Andy Barclay in the 1988 horror film, Child's Play – which spawned the massively successful Chucky franchise.He would go on to play Andy four more times, in Child's Play 2, Curse of Chucky, Cult of Chucky, and, currently, in the Chucky television series on SYFY.He continues to pursue opportunities in the film industry – both in front of the camera and behind it, and is currently working on a few screenplays that he is hopeful he can put on film.He has also opened and now operates a complete production and recording studio in Clearwater, FL!You can find out more at www.avproductionsonline.com.Connect with the Film School'd Podcast:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/filmschooldInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/filmschooldpod/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FilmSchooldPodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdgrswiL4AGviAOcbzfYCAwContinue the Conversation in the Official Film School'd Discussion Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/filmschoold

In this episode, Eric Skwarczynski sits down with Joe Lynch to talk about directing – from Shudder to Disney+.About Joe Lynch:Joe is a filmmaker or at least he keeps telling people that. Born in Long Island and dealing with life in L.A., Lynch has creatively worked in various medias, including feature films, TV, music videos, commercials, short films, podcasts, and more.Lynch's previous feature films include WRONG TURN 2: DEAD END with Henry Rollins, KNIGHTS OF BADASSDOM starring Peter Dinklage, Steve Zahn & Ryan Kwanten, EVERLY starring Salma Hayek, MAYHEM starring Steven Yeun and Samara Weaving & POINT BLANK starring Frank Grillo, Anthony Mackie & Marcia Gay Harden.In TV, Lynch has directed episodes of 12 DEADLY DAYS, My DEAD EX, and has starred and executive produced the cult comedy show HOLLISTON with fellow filmmaker Adam Green (HATCHET, FROZEN).Lynch is also one half of the popular THE MOVIE CRYPT podcast with Green, which was named one of 2015's Top Podcasts by Entertainment Weekly and is consistently on iTunes Top 25 Film & TV podcasts.He also does other stuff.

On this episode of the Film School'd Podcast, Eric sits down with author, Nat Brehmer, to discuss his book, Puppet Master Complete: A Franchise History.This book is a comprehensive history of the most successful straight-to-video horror franchise of all time: Puppet Master. It provides an in-depth exploration of all 14 films to date--including a made-for-TV crossover and a theatrical reboot--and the action figures, comics, and other merchandise that have helped to keep the brand alive for the past 30 years. Puppet Master was the first film for independent producer extraordinaire Charles Band's Full Moon Entertainment, launching a franchise and a micro-budget studio that have both continued to this day. What led to the film's success? How did a little movie about killer puppets, designed to cater to the then-booming video market, wind up surviving video stores themselves? How did a series that had never even had a theatrical entry wind up with an unusually successful toy series? All of these questions are answered within these pages. Featuring new interviews with some of the biggest creative minds behind the franchise, as well as dozens of behind-the-scenes photos, this book is the ultimate guide to horror's most murderous marionettes.Connect with Nat Brehmer:https://twitter.com/NatBrehmer

An established and successful chief marketing officer and entrepreneur, once upon a time Jeff Sass spent seven years making low-budget action/horror films for legendary independent movie studio Troma, home of THE TOXIC AVENGER. It turns out there are a lot of similarities between filmmaking and starting companies, and the lessons Jeff learned making B-movies have served him well in the C-Suite.Everything I Know about Business and Marketing, I Learned from The Toxic Avenger (One Man's Journey to Hell's Kitchen and Back) is full of practical business and marketing insight and inspiration drawn from the often comical trials and tribulations of creating cult-classic independent films. Sass shares lessons learned from his experiences ranging from RABID GRANNIES to READING RAINBOW (yes, at one time, Troma actually represented licensing rights to the Emmy Award–Winning PBS TV series!), and he cleverly turns his tales of moviemaking mayhem into useful nuggets of business and marketing wisdom applicable to any industry, including yours.Jeff SassWebsite – http://jeffreysass.club/Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/jeffrey.sassInstagram – https://www.instagram.com/jwsassTwitter – https://twitter.com/sassLinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/jwsass/YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/user/jeffsassBuy a Copy of Jeff's Book:https://amzn.to/2R7CxytThis interview with Jeff Sass was originally released on The Good Story Podcast.

Purchase a copy of Diane Franklin's book here: https://amzn.to/3GE79iWDiane Franklin is an iconic 80s American film actress, known for her dark curly hair, and dialects.Beginning her acting career at the age of ten, Diane started with modeling, theater, commercials, and soap opera work. She then won the lead role of the dream girl, Karen, in cult classic THE LAST AMERICAN VIRGIN (1982) and soon after played the daughter, Patricia Montelli in AMITYVILLE II: THE POSSESSION.Her breakout film role was the spirited French-exchange student, Monique Junot, from the off-beat comedy BETTER OFF DEAD. And her most notable commercial success was playing the medieval Princess-babe, Joanna, from 1980s iconic comedy, BILL & TED'S EXCELLENT ADVENTURE.Diane sang the NATIONAL ANTHEM at Dodger Stadium in 2004, and wrote two autobiographies about her career: Diane Franklin: The Excellent Adventures of the Last American, French Exchange Babe of the 80s (Amazon/Kindle), and Diane Franklin: The Excellent CURLS of the Last American, French Exchange Babe of the 80s.Her other acting credits include episodic television, such as Charles in Charge, Murder She Wrote, Matlock, and Dallas: The Early Years.She also recurred in televisions series, and movies made for television, such as SummerGirl and Deadly Lessons.Over the years Diane has also performed in her daughter/filmmaker, OLIVIA DELAURENTIS' award-winning comedies: HUMANIZED (L.A. Film Festival,) MY BETTER HALF (Soho Film Festival,) and more recently a comedy web series on YouTube titled SUGARBABIES (Barely Legal Comedy).Diane returned to acting, on the big screen, in 2018 with the following films: WALLY GOT WASTED, WAKING NIGHTMARE, THE FINAL INTERVIEW, and THE AMITYVILLE MURDERS: THE HAUNTING ON LONG ISLAND.

Purchase Bronson's Loose: https://amzn.to/3ALnb7rPurchase Bronson's Loose Again!: https://amzn.to/3m7uoIPPaul Talbot is a film historian and independent filmmaker. He has written for Video Watchdog, Psychotronic Video and Filmfax. His movies include Hellblock 13.

Watch Heartland Season 1 here: https://amzn.to/3BWUGUNWatch George A. Romero's Diary of the Dead: https://amzn.to/3DX04YJOn This Episode of the Film School'd Podcast, Eric Skwarczynski sits down with actress Michelle Morgan.Michelle is the fourth of six children from a Chilean-Canadian family. Born in Calgary, she grew up in Toronto and Vancouver. After studying Theatre and Classical Literature at the University of Toronto, Michelle went on to pursue a career in theatre and film.Michelle stars on the hit CBC series, "Heartland", where she plays the character Lou Flemming, the prodigal daughter who returns to Heartland from New York after her mother's death.With over 15 years of experience acting in film and television under her belt, Michelle Morgan has enthusiastically begun a trajectory towards directing and writing. Her first short film, "Mi Madre, My Father" (2017), was selected by Telefilm for the "Not Short on Talent at Cannes" for the Cannes Film Festival short film corner. Recently Michelle directed three episodes of the new CBC digital series "Hudson" (SevenTwentyFour), a spin-off of the long-running series "Heartland". Michelle's second short film, "Save Yourself", is a romantic comedy set on the beaches of Tofino, BC. Recently, Michelle was selected to join the Women in the Director's Chair, Story & Leadership Program where she will develop her feature film project, a post-apocalyptic western titled "The Plains".

Richard is an actor and musician, born in Los Angeles and raised in Toronto. He is the oldest of two brothers. His father is an engineer, his mother is an accountant and his brother Winston Torr is a professional artist based in Berlin, Germany.With hopes to become a software programmer, his parents noticed his affinity with the arts. After struggling with this for years, they finally gave in and decided to fully support his decision.Richard worked as a professional musician, producing albums and composing for films. He decided to make the transition into acting after Mara Santino (agent/manager) approached him and convinced Richard that acting is what he should be doing. He was so glad she was right.You can see Richard on episodes of CSI: Cyber, Hannah Montana, S.W.A.T., Wizards of Waverly Place, and more.

Purchase a copy of Why I Do VFX here: https://amzn.to/3anX8HQFind out more about Vicki Lau and her work here: https://www.lauvicki.com/Vicki Lau is a multi-hyphenate artist, author, and entrepreneur.Vicki started as a humble student of digital media back in the small city of Singapore with a background in visual effects in film and television and computer programming. Without any contacts or connections in the United States, she began her career at the age of 18 from Singapore, working her way up into the Hollywood film industry and landing her first break working on AMC's hit series, The Walking Dead (Season 4), as well as other movies such as Guardians of the Galaxy, War for the Planet of the Apes and Aquaman.Already recognized by her country and by major organizations as an expert in her field, Vicki has made great strides for someone her age. At only 24 years of age, she was one of the youngest speakers and presenters at the SMPTE Annual Technical Conference in its time, where she was a panelist and speaker for virtual reality in motion pictures.She gave a TEDx talk on visual effects and virtual reality in May 2016 at Napa Valley, CA, and in November 2018, was invited to speak as a keynote speaker at Elliot Masie's Learning 2018 conference, along with keynote speakers Former First Lady Laura Bush and Hamilton star Leslie Odom, Jr.

Purchase the book, For His Eyes Only: The Women of James Bondhttps://amzn.to/3lsCahnEric Skwarczynski, host of the Film School'd Podcast, sits down with Dr. Lisa Funnell to discuss the evolution of the "Bond Girl" from Ursula Andress in Dr. No to Madeleine Swann in the new Daniel Craig James Bond film, No Time to Die (2021).They also have a full spoiler discussion about the newest entry in the series.Dr. Lisa Funnell is a professor, award-winning author, and leading expert on gender, feminism, and geopolitics in James Bond and other action films. She is currently working as an Associate Professor in the Women's and Gender Studies Department at the University of Oklahoma.FILM DESCRIPTION:THE MISSION THAT CHANGES EVERYTHING BEGINS…Bond has left active service and is enjoying a tranquil life in Jamaica. His peace is short-lived when his old friend Felix Leiter from the CIA turns up asking for help. The mission to rescue a kidnapped scientist turns out to be far more treacherous than expected, leading Bond onto the trail of a mysterious villain armed with dangerous new technology.CAST:Daniel Craig as James BondRami Malek as Lyutsifer SafinLea Seydoux as Madeleine SwannLashana Lynch as NomiBen Whishaw as QAna de Armas as Paloma

Jared Rivet has been making movies his entire life. Growing up in New Bedford, Massachusetts, the fishing town that served as the setting for Herman Melville's novel Moby Dick, Jared drew his early inspiration from both literary and filmic monsters; his favorite childhood films were Creepshow, Jaws, and Star Wars. From a young age, Jared wrote stories and made home movies with schoolyard friends. In high school, he joined the award-winning New Bedford High School Drama Club and played a number of high-profile roles, including the role of Victor Frankenstein in their production of Frankenstein. A budding screenwriter, Jared immersed himself in every aspect of the film industry, from acting to writing to directing, and even began a decade-long correspondence with legendary film composer Jerry Goldsmith, whose work, to this day, sets the tone for much of Jared's writing.Today, Jared is a screenwriter, producer, director, author, actor, and voice actor. He wrote the screenplay for the Kevin Greutert-directed feature film Jackals starring Stephen Dorff (released by Scream Factory in 2017).Since 2014, he has written, directed and acted in multiple episodes of Earbud Theater, an award-winning audio drama anthology podcast series specializing in horror and science fiction. In 2016, he received an Audio Verse Award nomination for his performance in the Earbud Theater episode "On the Line," which he also wrote and directed. His 2016 Earbud Theater episode "Are You Sleeping?" was one of the subjects discussed in the published academic paper, “Put On Your Headphones And Turn Out The Lights: Exploring Immersive Auditory Horror in 3D-Sound Podcasting” by Danielle Hancock (University of East Anglia). Jared served as a guest lecturer at the Drexel University Great Works Symposium's “Zom Con” in 2015; contributed an essay to the 2018 collection My Favorite Horror Movie; and he has co-hosted the monthly trivia event “Dead Right Horror Trivia” with Dr. Rebekah McKendry since 2015.In September 2018, Jared served as an instructor at the first-ever class of the Los Angeles branch of the Miskatonic Institute of Horror Studies, moderating a career-spanning discussion with renowned indie-horror filmmaker, Don Coscarelli.Jared worked as a staff writer for the 2019 event series revival of Nickelodeon's Are You Afraid of the Dark? as well as Syfy Channel's upcoming TV series based on George A. Romero's Day of the Dead (2021). He has also written episodes of the upcoming Are You Afraid of the Dark? podcast series for Nickelodeon.Jared is a member of the WGAW and is repped by Culture Creative Entertainment. He can be found on Twitter at @jaredrivet1.

Lucas Cantor is a composer, producer, multi-instrumentalist, and speaker.He has worked in NBC's music department for the Olympic Games in Salt Lake City, Athens, Torino, Beijing, Vancouver, London, Sochi, Rio, and Pyeong Chang. He won two Emmys for the Olympics (2008 and 2012). Lucas co-produced Lorde's cover of Everybody Wants To Rule The World on the Hunger Games: Catching Fire soundtrack.Lucas Co-Wrote the theme song for Major League Soccer on Fox with Dan MartinezLucas delivered a TEDx talk on the subject of Artificial Intelligence and creativityLucas is the Chief Composer at the Melbourne Deep Learning Group at the University Of Melbourne, AustraliaHe composed music for the Netflix Anime Cannon BustersHe finished Schubert's 8th Symphony (the unfinished symphony) with the help of AI. The full symphony was premiered in London at Cadogan Hall.He's the composer for Wu-Tang In Space. A collaboration between Impossible foods, and the Wu Tang Clan.He currently writes music for DreamWorks Animation's Spirit: Riding Free and for Cannon Busters (coming in 2019), both on Netflix.He wrote the theme and background music for the LA Times Podcast: The Reel.In 2017, Lucas scored the A Rotten Holiday featuring Disney's Descendants.He was the orchestra composer and conductor for the Kenzo X H&M fashion show in October 2016.In 2014 and 2015, he was the musical director of The Lyric Project, a musical presented by ASCAP.In 2014, he was the executive producer of Score!, an orchestral concert of music for television presented by ASCAP and the Television Academy.In 2013, he was the composer for The Devotion Project, a series of short films about LGBTQ couples.