Twin Shadow Podcast

In this episode, Tom, Steve, and guest co-host, Alex Duarte, interview friend and filmmaker Josh Ampuero of Turbulence Studios. Josh lays down the truth! He discusses writing scripts within your budget, writing comedy, and his feelings on film festivals. To top off a wonderful interview Tom graces the three with one of his finest scripts, his Jaws, "The Screaming Teeth". So get your piggly wigglys aboard the Slippery Squid! If you'd like to learn more about Alex you can find is Youtube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@firsttakefilms68 And if you'd like to discover more from Josh you can find his Youtube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@JoshMakesMovies1/featured

In this episode, Tom and Steve discuss what it means to have an audience, how to grow an audience, if they are a bunch of dumb-dumbs, and how to get them to join your cult! Then Special Guest, Randy, makes an appearance and he's very hungry! So come along with us as we learn a thing or two!

In this episode, Tom and Steve discuss their new insights on editing and accepting what you have to work with; then Tom vs ChatGPT: Tom writes a script and ChatGPT writes a prose of the same story. Stay tuned and find which writer reigns supreme! So come along with us as we learn a thing or two!

In this episode, Tom and Steve get the privilege of interviewing documentarian and videographer, Javon Manning. Javon shares his methods on shooting B-roll, his approach to shooting documentaries, the film scene in Denver, and shares info on his next documentary. They three also geek out about anime! So come along with us as we learn a thing or two! If you would like to discover more about Javon, you can find his website here: https://www.glassvalleyproductions.com/

In this episode, Tom gives his favorite books on storytelling; then the two discuss the WGA's stance on AI and sex in cinema or rather the current death of sex in film. So come along with us and let's get naked! Here is the Variety article on the WGA's stance with AI: https://variety.com/2023/biz/news/writers-guild-artificial-intelligence-proposal-1235560927/

In this episode, Tom and Steve discuss the WGA seeking better residuals in the new world of streaming, a healthy mindset when a scene is bad, and they read another awesome script by Mr. Blue. So come along with us as we learn a thing or two!

In this episode Tom and Steve get to interview actor and filmmaker, Douglas Vermeeren. Doug shares some motivational advice, his experience working with the late Tom Sizemore, and shares his methods on marketing his films. So come along with us and see the lines! If you'd like to learn more about Doug, you can visit his website here: https://www.douglasvermeeren.com/

In this episode Tom and Steve return to the old formula discussing news on AI, Hellboy, and slapping. Then they try a new bit of sharing wisdom from actual accomplished filmmakers (unlike those two), with first up being Mark Duplass doing a keynote at SXSW 2015. Lastly, oh wait they have a main topic, but that's not the fun part! At the end Tom has a special surprise script! So come along with us as we learn a thing or two! Save us AI Jesus! If you would like to see Mark Duplass's SXSW interview (and you should watch), you can find it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nZeWOAliA6Y

In this new special series of versus' (proper grammar? who knows!?) episode, Tom and Steve battle it over the movie Nope! Do you see it? Do you don't see it!? Nope! Oh, really? Probably better than half the shit out there! Nope! So decide with us! Who wins! Fatality! Nope!

In this monumental episode, the two have somehow survived and have crawled their way to the official 100th episode. Stephen interviews Tom and they discuss the job of the podcaster, the process of writing, the worst advice to receive, and then they get way toooo messed up! So come along with us and celebrate!

In this monumental episode, the two have somehow survived and have crawled their way to the official 100th episode. Tom interviews Steve. So come along with us and celebrate!

In this episode, Tom and Steve get to interview Director of Photography, Ksusha Genenfeld. She talks about her film, A Wounded Fawn, her favorite films, and educates the lads on the process and positions under cinematography. Lastly, they finish off with some good ol' tentacle porn! So come along with us as we learn a thing or two! If you'd like to learn more about Ksusha, you can find her website here: https://www.ksushagenenfeld.com/

In this special episode, Tom and Steve are graced by a true cinephile, Marvin Himenez. The three sleep deprived belligerent monkeys discuss the Oscar nominations of 2022! So come along with and smash some golden statues with us!

We bring a Christmas surprise with an interview of C. Robert Cargill, screenwriter of Sinister, Dr. Strange, and Black Phone. We discuss how Cargill got into screenwriting, the secret cabal of indie horror filmmakers, writing goals, and we get a hint of his latest project: The Gorge! So come along with us as we learn a thing or two! Happy holidays everyone and see you in the new year!

We continue our discussion with The Mistress of Night, Stacey Sytulek! We talk about scary movies, and then we get real deep discussing alcohol and addiction. It's always difficult to discuss and face such topics. But we end on a lighter note with another of Tom's scripts and bare witness to Stacey's amazing acting chops! So come along with us and see who is afraid of the dark! If you'd like to see more of the star, Stacey, you can find her Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/silenceofthestace/

The wonderful and diabolical or rather wonderfully diabolical or maybe diabolically wonderful, Stacey Sytulek, joins us again for another interview or maybe to co-host? Who knows!? But she's back to discuss Disney/Marvel news, her favorite horror movies of the year, and who she would kill first: Tom or Steve! So come along with us and see who survives! Clue: all of us... If you'd like to see more of the star, Stacey! No? Not Stacey? You mean her cat... If you'd like to so see more of the star, Lana Del Purr, you can find her Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/lanadelpurrr/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y%3D&fbclid=IwAR3PcWmTOEwjUIl_bJuRe65JbRdquVZM-PFHNALBSvhL_MrOuWcXt0mXU9U

In this episode, Tom and Steve review that shit show of a movie called Alien, by hack Ridley Scott. They just don't make them like they used to. So come along the Nostromo! Music: Hey by Juanitos https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Juanitos/Welcome_in_the_House_of_FUN/juanitos_-_02_-_hey/?fbclid=IwAR1Ua0HUg3AIM7lIyqbsmRtKGE4vrueD0oMna2xKoaLtZUKoFAaPr442Jcs

In this episode, Tom and Steve get spiteful as they come to the crossroads of desperation! Special guest, Lety, joins them to discuss Everywhere, Everyone, All at Once (or whatever it's called); then they read another masterpiece by Tom! So watch us take the path of pious man!

In this special episode, Tom and Steve relax and reflect after just completing another cut of their film, Dickhead; then they fight with their cocks! So come along with us and chill in the mountains.

In this second half, Tom and Steve continue their interview of, the brothers, Alan and Eric Moctezuma along with Nathan H. Taylor. They discuss technique in cinematography, scripts, and discovering ones voice. Along with another classic script read, written by the great Tom "two toes" Casper! So lets all be schmootual friends! If you would like to see more of our three guests check the links bellow: Alan & Eric Moctezuma https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9Qg6UdnvuBFY8Wl_qenmCg/featured Nathan H. Taylor https://www.facebook.com/NTpicturess

In this TSP special interview, the brothers, Alan and Eric Moctezuma along with Nathan H. Taylor join Tom and Steve to discuss their process of local filmmaking in the desert. They discuss casting, budgeting, set locations, upcoming projects, and how much we all want Michael J. Fox to be our sister! So come along with as we learn a thing or two! If you would like to see more of our three guests check the links bellow: Alan & Eric Moctezuma https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9Qg6UdnvuBFY8Wl_qenmCg/featured Nathan H. Taylor https://www.facebook.com/NTpicturess

We continue the live look of Tom and Steve working on the second draft of "For Bubbalowski". There was Shakespeare then there Hemingway, and there's these two. Stick with the classics, kids! Anyways, come along with us and let's write.

In this special, we get a deep dive listen as Tom and Steve come up with another masterpiece and it's a real piece! So come along with us and let's write. If you're interested in the Google Docs Script Formatter: https://workspace.google.com/marketplace/app/screenplay_formatter/329481250452

In this episode, Tom and Steve discuss things in, like, a news fashion! They do a deep dive into Netflix and the massive hit it has taken in the stock market! Then the two talk about souls and journals and lucid dreams, followed by another great script by the great Tom "Two Toes" Casper! So come along with us as we learn a thing or two!

In this episode Tom goes to the moon, and Steve stays behind and watches from afar, not even a telescope can help Steve see where that space cowboy has gone, and, unfortunately, it's on an episode about funny, a thing neither of these troglodytes know about, much like space. Does the troglodyte ponder space? Of course and that's why this podcast exists! So come along and laugh with us!

In this episode, Tom and Steve review The Paris Review's interview of the greatest gigolo Billy Wilder. Heh heh heh, I said jiggle, heh... If interested in the interview of Billy Wilder: https://theparisreview.org/interviews/1432/the-art-of-screenwriting-no-1-billy-wilder?utm_source=The+Paris+Review+Newsletter&utm_campaign=661ac414b9-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2018_08_05_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_35491ea532-661ac414b9-56577934&mc_cid=661ac414b9&mc_eid=7d8bbfd316

In this episode Tom and Steve discuss the results of the 2021 Oscars! This episode has been slow to come out due to procrastination and the annoyance of hearing Stephen talk. You could say it's been a slap in the face! But hear it is! Drive my Car! More like drive me to seep!

In this episode, Tom and Steve discuss the best picture nominees for the 94th Academy Awards, and they haven't seen a single one (Don't Look Up don't count)! So this should be an informative one. Then they go onto something good, which is read another of Tom's scripts!!!! So come along with us as we learn a thing or two!

In this episode, Tom and Steve prove just how obnoxious they are! Seriously! Listen! Wait, that must be quite clear by now. How about this: they talk about Whoopi the Nazi! They review the movie M, which is child's play next to the masterpiece that Tom has written for this episode! So come along with us as we learn a thing or two!

Tom and Steve are back! Oh no! What did they talk about, you didn't ask? Well, they talked about things they don't know then things they do know like sadness and depression. Afterwards, they read a script, but with Stephen's cackling who knows!? Some come along and join us again! Always good to see you! Hear you? Imagine you!

In this episode Steve goes it alone to ramble on about something. Who cares? Tom isn't on this one! Oh, woe is the world! So long and happy New Year's!

In this episode, Tom and Steve return from working on the set of Killer Pizza, a production from long time friend and former guest, Alex Duarte. They discuss the shoot with an actual audience member, Lety, and then bring her on to discuss the deepest of subjects such as best fast-food. Yummmm! I'd rather eat than listen to these troglodytes! And remember, for $16.99 you can be an audience member too!

In this episode, Tom and Steve bring on a special guest, the great Charlie T! But not even he can save these two delinquents and so he is turned to the dark side! They discuss working on the set of Dead Head and how the pick up shots in Vegas went. Then another story by the great and powerful Tomola! They also discuss the tragedy on the "Rust" set. Rest in Peace Halyna Hutchins.

In this second half, Tom and Steve keep talking about things they know nothing about, but then, like star falling on a trapeze group, they get deep and talk about art and it's sacrifice. They also list their favorite movies in different genres. And, lastly, they read another one Tom's scripts! Which is the script and which is real life. Oh ya I think they said something about Cuckooos! Some come along with us and let's just talk.

In this episode, Tom and Steve get into some troubled waters and fling their opinions like poo, discussing Dave Chappelle's latest special, The Closer. Then they go onto to talk about something more within their wheel house and discuss their picks for scary movies to watch on Halloween. Some come along with us and let's just talk.

In this episode, Tom and Steve discuss they're film and its progress, review the great Big Lebowski, and then get hot and slippery with a karate script read! I know the English! Shut the fuck up, Donny!

In this episode, Tom and Steve discuss the possible IATSE strike and then they name some of their favorite top movies! Some come along with us and support the IATSE!!! The proletariat rules!

In this episode Tom and Steve, discuss movie news that's old like the battle between Scarlett Johansson and Disney. Then they continue the trend of Scar Jo with their review of the Criterion selection: Her. Yes Her! Who!? Her! But unfortunately Scar Jo is not able to save them for long as they discuss the upcoming reshoots for their film, Dead Head/Dickhead. Some come along with us as we learn a thing or two!

Tom and Steve conclude their interview with filmmakers S.G. Warkel and Joe Greening. They discuss the making of their film Hair-Trigger and share some of their adventures in making the film. Then Tom drops a surprise off in the form of a pizza! So come along with us as we learn a thing or two! If you'd like to keep up to date or learn more about Hair-Trigger, you can find it here: https://www.facebook.com/HairTriggerMovie

Tom and Steve interview filmmakers S.G. Warkel and Joe Greening. They discuss filmmaking, film school, and most excitingly, they're feature Hair-Trigger! So come along with us as we learn a thing or two!

Steve is sober and they review the next film on the Criterion list Les Parapluies de Cherbourg. Then what follows.... what follows... So come along and don't listen to us!

In this episode Tom and Steve get deep discussing the trials and tribulations of writing and editing and some other stuff against the hurdle that is life. They complain a lot, especially Stephen! So come along with us as we learn a thing or two!

In the most exciting conclusion of the year, we instead focus on the second part of TSP where Tom and Steve finish up their part of episode 83. Tom and Steve discuss (SPOILERS!!!) the next film on the Criterion List: The Godfather! Part 2!? Yes! The Godfather Part 2! And they gush all over them Coppolas! All of them! And then DiGiorno! So come along with us and learn a thing or two!

We forgot to upload this episode, so let's see, what do Tom and Steve talk about? Where is the soap box!? These sub-humans discuss the CCP and the dangers of dancing with the devil. Then they try to figure out what self-censorship means. So let's talk about space! SSSSPPPPPPPAAAAAAAAAACCCCCCCEEEEEEE! Take me away Papa Elon!

This episode Stephen and Tom talk all about Star Wars, At the end we read a Fan Fiction Star Wars Script written by Tom, and Discuss what The franchise means to us. Grab a light saber and relax with TSP!

In this episode, Tom and Steve review the next flick on the Criterion Top 100. They wish they could go back in time and party with Marty's mom. Then those mommy lovers discuss the impact and use of music in films. Stephen prefers kazoos and Tom prefers symphonies in their films. So come along with us as we learn a thing or two!

The boys discuss adapting your film for the screen in all aspects, but Stephen doesn't understand the topic and performs his best bullshit juggling act! CCCCHHHHHEEEEEYYYYYYYEEEEENNNNNNNNEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!!!!!!!!

In this episode, Tom and Steve escape to the outdoors to reflect on life, censorship, cinema, and the writing process. In regards to the writing, Stephen discusses his current dilemmas as Tom soothes his young infant body. There there, sweet children. So come along with us and enjoy the forest soundscape!

In this episode, Tom and Steve get talkie! They discuss evil empires and something else; we are sure! They also get back to the Criterion top 100 aggravated list! They review Lost in Translation and find kindred. Then they read another one of Tom's masterful scripts. Stephen's acting is a bit Stephen so.... Come Along With Us As We Learn a Thing Or Two!

In this episode, Tom and Steve get deep, serious, a little wicked! They discuss how to beat an actor or how much is too much! All we have to warn is stay from that Tom! he Paddles stephen.... So come along with us and learn who is more sadistic!

Continuation of the Conversation between Tom and Stephen. They discuss art, and read another episode of the Mightiest Adventure.