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Are you ready to take an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the making of some of your favorite movies? Look no further than Pre-Production, the must-listen podcast hosted by Chris Stuckmann. Chris will sit down with top filmmakers to discuss their journey from “the spark”, that moment they realized they wanted to be a filmmaker, to the making of their first feature. From the struggles and triumphs of bringing a movie to life, to the creative process and lessons learned along the way, Pre-Production offers a unique and insightful look at the art of moviemaking.

Chris Stuckmann


    • Jan 29, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 41m AVG DURATION
    • 25 EPISODES

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    The Pre-Production with Chris Stuckmann podcast is a fantastic addition to the world of film and entertainment. As someone who discovered Chris's YouTube channel early last year, I have always appreciated his thoughtful movie and TV reviews delivered with his unique sense of humor. Now, with this podcast, he brings that same passion and insight into the world of filmmaking. It is clear that Chris has found his calling as a filmmaker, and this podcast is a testament to his dedication and talent.

    One of the best aspects of The Pre-Production with Chris Stuckmann podcast is the incredible insights shared by some great filmmakers. Each episode provides a deep dive into the personal stories and experiences of well-regarded contemporary film directors and producers. This is incredibly valuable for anyone interested in filmmaking, from aspiring filmmakers eager for inspiration to those simply interested in the art of filmmaking. Chris's ability to bring out these intimate discussions with industry professionals is truly impressive.

    Additionally, the production quality of the podcast is top-notch. The sound quality is excellent, ensuring a clear listening experience, and the overall format and structure of each episode are well-crafted. Chris's hosting skills shine through as he asks insightful questions and guides the conversations in an engaging way. It's evident that he has put a lot of thought and effort into creating an enjoyable listening experience for his audience.

    While it's difficult to find any significant flaws in this podcast, one minor aspect that could be improved upon is the frequency of episodes. As a fan eagerly awaiting each new installment, it would be great to have more regular releases. However, considering the high level of quality in each episode, it's understandable that producing them may take time.

    In conclusion, The Pre-Production with Chris Stuckmann podcast is an absolute must-listen for any film lover or aspiring filmmaker. With its insightful interviews and high production value, this podcast offers a unique perspective into the world of filmmaking. Chris Stuckmann's passion and talent shine through in every episode, making this podcast an incredible source of inspiration and education. I wish Chris the best of luck with his latest venture, and I eagerly look forward to seeing Shelby Oaks come to life.



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    Logan George, Celine Held

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2025 50:36


    Logan George and Celine Held, the brilliant filmmakers behind Caddo Lake, discuss their origins, and share some great M. Night Shyamalan stories!

    Jason Yu

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    Jason Yu talks his debut horror film, Sleep, the ins and outs of the Korean film industry, and being mentored by Bong Joon-ho.

    Greg Jardin

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    Greg Jardin talks getting into Sundance, and the massive sale that ensued for his great debut film, It's What's Inside.

    Pascal Plante

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2024 53:20


    Pascal Plante, the writer/director of Red Rooms, discusses the complexities of making a film with a purposefully aloof protagonist, as well as how to get a film funded with a grant.

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    Jennifer Kent

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2024 27:17


    With its 10th anniversary theatrical re-release this weekend, Jennifer Kent talks in detail about how she got The Babadook made!

    McG

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2024 25:56


    McG talks making music videos for Korn, Sugar Ray, and Smash Mouth, before getting the opportunity to direct Charlie's Angels, as well as his upcoming Netflix film, Uglies!

    Gigi Saul Guerrero

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2024 51:13


    Gigi Saul Guerrero talks her discovery of film while attempting to torment her older sister, the hustle of acting, directing, and writing, and the best thing about film school.

    Damian Mc Carthy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2024 27:52


    Damian Mc Carthy (Caveat, Oddity) talks the early days of video rental stores, the struggle of getting his first film off the ground, and his sophomore effort, Oddity.

    C. Robert Cargill

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2024 61:21


    Screenwriter and novelist C. Robert Cargill (Sinister, Doctor Strange, The Black Phone) talks his shift from film criticism to screenwriting, and how Sinister came to be.

    Mike Flanagan

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2024 49:54


    Writer/Director Mike Flanagan (Oculus, Gerald's Game, The Haunting of Hill House, Doctor Sleep, Midnight Mass) discusses making movies in college, editing car commercials, and his best advice for breaking into the film industry.

    Matt Bettinelli-Olpin & Tyler Gillett

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2024 25:39


    Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett talk their early YouTube days, mourn the loss of video annotations, and discuss their new flick, Abigail!

    Zelda Williams

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2024 44:12


    Zelda Williams talks her journey towards her directorial debut, Lisa Frankenstein, thoughts on the evolution of film analysis, and what she has coming up next!

    Juan Carlos Fresnadillo

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2024 17:43


    Writer/Director Juan Carlos Fresnadillo discusses being inspired at a young age by Alfred Hitchcock, getting the call to direct 28 Weeks Later, and the perils of directing a VFX-heavy film like Damsel.

    Matthew Vaughn

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2024 36:03


    Matthew Vaughn discusses his early days of filling ketchup bottles, teaming up with Guy Ritchie, and the stress of shooting his first movie, Layer Cake.

    Ryan Spindell

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2024 47:58


    Ryan Spindell discusses his early days as a storm chaser for the news, his film school goals, and the making of his excellent horror anthology, The Mortuary Collection.

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    Danny Philippou

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2023 35:33


    Danny Philippou discusses his A24 hit Talk to Me that he co-directed with his brother Michael. He goes in-depth about the challenges of transitioning from YouTube to filmmaking full time, and talks the most difficult aspect of crafting the film.

    Franklin Ritch

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2023 42:11


    Franklin Ritch (The Artifice Girl) discusses the unorthodox method of filming his chamber piece over many months, and offers great advice for aspiring filmmakers.

    Jacob Chase

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2023 40:13


    Jacob Chase (Come Play) talks learning craft through stage acting, selling specs, and working one-on-one with Steven Spielberg.

    Bryan Edward Hill

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2023 52:21


    Writer of comics, television, and film, Bryan Edward Hill discusses scouring for filmmaking documentaries at rental stores, writing an entire script in mere hours, and gives his best writing advice for newcomers.

    Robbie Banfitch

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2023 32:55


    Writer/Director Robbie Banfitch (The Outwaters) discusses his passion for do-it-yourself filmmaking, his knowledge of movie marketing, and dealing with releasing your first film to the public.

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    Scott Beck & Bryan Woods

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2023 45:27


    Scott Beck & Bryan Woods (A Quiet Place, Haunt, 65) discuss going from making short films in Iowa to directing Adam Driver in the upcoming science fiction epic, 65!

    Prano Bailey-Bond

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2023 61:53


    Writer/Director Prano Bailey-Bond (Censor) talks the VHS shelf at her childhood home, the influence of horror at a young age, and sheds light on film funding techniques.

    David F. Sandberg

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2023 64:39


    Director David F. Sandberg (Lights Out, Annabelle: Creation, Shazam!, Shazam: Fury of the Gods) discusses shooting VHS movies with friends, playing the waiting game with Hollywood, and finally being able to buy pants.

    Sev Ohanian

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2023 58:42


    Writer/Producer Sev Ohanian (Searching, Run, Judas and the Black Messiah, Creed III) discusses perusing the shelves of Blockbuster with his father, how he self-financed his first feature, and how he met Ryan Coogler at film school, leading to a successful career making movies.

    Introducing Pre-Production

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2023 2:49


    Are you ready to take an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the making of some of your favorite movies? Look no further than Pre-Production, the must-listen podcast hosted by Chris Stuckmann. Chris will sit down with top filmmakers to discuss their journey from “the spark”, that moment they realized they wanted to be a filmmaker, to the making of their first feature. From the struggles and triumphs of bringing a movie to life, to the creative process and lessons learned along the way, Pre-Production offers a unique and insightful look at the art of moviemaking.

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