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摘要 一， 5月12日，中美日內瓦經貿會談後，雙方宣佈將增加的關稅從峰值145%降至10%，引發了市場一片樂觀情緒——股市大漲、訂單紛至、運費飆升。 出乎預期的起伏變化，點燃了大面積樂觀情緒。這讓大家只看見中美關稅從「145%驟降至10%」的印象，卻忘記了實際關稅仍然非常高。 事實上，5月16日，CNN就分析，美國總統的權力到底有多大，將決定川普在國內與全球引發的對抗程度，上任以後的川普把行政權力玩轉到了極致，甚至利用憲法賦予的自由來決定所有的外交政策，但回頭來看，他其實沒有辦法完全控制每一件事，更多國家領導人已經學會教訓：當美國開始因川普感受到痛苦時，這個狂人就會退縮。 無論如何，美中兩大經濟體之間的關係解凍確實提振了自己國內以及其他國家的家庭、企業和金融市場。不過，所有的樂觀情緒也可能存在假象，很多答案仍然必須等待九十天後才知道，現在的狂喜也許就是樂觀過了頭，我們又應該怎麼解讀？ 二， 5月4日，川普再度揮舞關稅大刀，這回揮向了外國製作的電影。川普在社群平台Truth Social貼文表示：「我正授權商務部與美國貿易代表署，展開程序對任何與所有進入我們國家、在外國製作的電影制定100%關稅。」 這個事情立刻激起了千層雪，法新社報導，此舉可能加劇歐洲與美國電影產業之間的緊張關係，也成為將於13日登場的法國坎城影展（Cannes Film Festival）熱門話題。 事實上，美國電影協會（Motion Picture Association，MPA）和美國導演工會（Directors Guild of America，DGA）等美國產業團體也已開始遊說川普政府，以抗議歐盟的保護規範。 我們要怎麼看待這個事情，對全球電影產業又會有什麼樣的影響？ Powered by Firstory Hosting

Charlotte Mikkelborg is the series director of the Adventure series on Apple TV, which is shot on Apple Immersive Video and co-produced by Atlantic Studios (formerly Atlantic Productions) and Apple. I think it has the strongest storytelling released by Apple so far, and it also has some of the most innovative and cutting edge shots that really show the power of the 180-degree format of Apple Immersive Video. In this conversation, we cover Mikkelborg's 10-year journey into working with immersive formats starting with 360-degree video, multi-sensory VR, and most recently 180-degree video. We also talk about the emerging grammar of 180-degree filmmaking, and the introduction of close ups, which I feel like work sometimes and other times feels almost too close or can feel a bit uncanny or jarring when changing scales or results in warping or other distortions. We also talk about some of the behind-the-scenes insights about the Adventure series. One concerning thing that I noticed after watching all of the Apple Immersive Videos released so far is that many of these videos do not contain any credits for who worked on these projects. I did an audit of all 22 of the published Apple Immersive Videos, and I found that 14 of the 22 don't have any credits at all,. Most of these are by Apple Sentity LLC productions, which is presumably Apple's in-house production team. I found that 5 out of the 22 have partial credits, including the four episodes of the Adventure series as well as Man vs. Beast, which features DGA director Ryan Booth. And there are 3 out of the 22 Apple Immersive Videos that have full and complete credits including Submerged that features DGA director Edward Berger, and the Prehistoric Planet Immersive series, which is a co-production with Fairview Portals. See the table below for more information: It is deeply concerning to me that only 3 out of the 22 Apple Immersive Videos seemingly have full and complete credits. Apple did not provide any comment about why this is or why some of these pieces have no credits, why some have partial credits, and why some have full credits. It is nice to see at least some credits on the Adventure series, which is a co-production between Apple and Atlantic Studios (formerly Atlantic Productions), but they're only listing the director, executive producer, and key talent while all of the other key creative talent are not being credited. Atlantic Productions did not provide any official comment about why there are only partial credits, while a few other productions have full credits and many other productions have no credits. You can see find a partial a list of some of the Adventure series creative talent on IMDB, and episode 3 protagonist Ant Williams posted a partial list of credits on his Instagram announcement post. I was able to get some additional context from Mikkelborg about the credits situation, and it does sounds like the co-productions likely have a bit more leeway in dictating what types of credits are shown. While the Prehistoric Planet Immersive series co-produced by Fairview Portals series has full and complete credits, and the Adventure series by Atlantic Studios only has partial credits. The two Apple Sentity LLC productions that do have credits also happen to be directed by directors who are a part of the Director's Guild of America (DGA). The DGA has specific credits requirements, "For feature films, the Director's screen credit must be accorded on a separate card, which shall be the last title card appearing prior to principal photography. This credit shall be no less than 50% of the size of the displayed title of the motion picture, or of the largest size in which credit is accorded to any other person, whichever is greater." The rules may be different for immersive productions or emerging media projects, but the director credits for Submerged and Man vs Beast seem to both meet DGA's credits requirements for film.

WebsiteLet's Shoot With Pete Chatmon Podcast BioDirector Pete Chatmon a member of the Directors Guild of America (DGA), about his recent work and upcoming projects. Pete is a dynamic director, creator, and storyteller whose impressive portfolio spans high-profile television shows and his popular podcast Let's Shoot! with Pete Chatmon. Pete's upcoming episodes include Yellowjackets, episode 306, which will premiere on March 16, where he intensifies the show's signature tension and suspense in a highly anticipated installment of this dark psychological thriller. He also directed episode 503 of the final season of the hit Netflix show YOU, which premieres on April 24, bringing emotional depth and high-stakes drama as the series heads toward its thrilling conclusion. Pete's direction of NBC's Chicago Fire, episode 1315, which premieres on March 5, continues the show's legacy of action-packed, heart-pounding drama, while his work on CBS's Ghosts, episode 415, premiering March 6, and episode 416, premiering on March 13, showcases his mastery of blending humor with heart, delivering supernatural intrigue that keeps fans hooked. In addition to his directing work, Pete is the creator and host of the hit podcast The Let's Shoot! with Pete Chatmon, now in its 6th season. The podcast has become a must-listen for anyone passionate about filmmaking, featuring incredible guests like Rob McElhenney, Kaley Cuoco, and Issa Rae. Each episode dives into fascinating behind-the-scenes stories, industry insights, and in-depth interviews, showcasing Pete's expertise and passion for storytelling. With his impressive body of work in both television and podcasting, Pete has solidified himself as a leading voice in the entertainment world. A conversation with him would offer valuable, behind-the-scenes insights into the creative process and the art of storytelling. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/creator-to-creators-with-meosha-bean--4460322/support.

Simone Bartesaghi is an Italian award-winning filmmaker who has been recognized by the Directors Guild of America (DGA) and AMPTP (Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producer) as an artist with "Extraordinary Ability in Directing”.At the age of 24 Simone received his Master's Degree in Economics at the University of Pisa, Italy. Three years later he established a successful Consulting Company specializing in Corporate Organization and Planning. In 2001 he gave up his thriving career to pursue his childhood dream.Two years later he won several prizes as the Writer/Director of short films, but the highest recognition came when he won the first and second place at the Milan International Film Festival, and became the recipient of both the Top and second Award, TWO Scholarships for THE LOS ANGELES FILM SCHOOL.Only four years after his arrival in the United States, he directed his first feature film DOWNSTREAM, that acquired a theatrical release and also received the prestigious Accolade Award.Simone's second feature RUN, a 3D film that he wrote and directed, has won several prizes including Best Screenplay and Best Emerging Director and is distributed in USA by Millennium. The movie is about the new discipline Parkour (Freerunning) with a rich cast including Eric Roberts (The Dark Knight), Adrian Pasdar (Heroes), Kelsey Chow (Pair of Kings) and William Moseley (Chronicles of Narnia).Simone's accomplishments and communicative skills have been recognized by many educational organization around the world and he is now an Adjunct Professor in Filmmaking at the prestigious Santa Monica College.Simone is also a published author with his book "The Director's Six Senses", an innovative, unique, and engaging approach to the development of the skills that every visual storyteller must have. The Director's Six Senses is an innovative, unique, and engaging approach to the development of the skills that every visual storyteller must have. It's based on the premise that a director is a storyteller 24/7 and must be aware of the “truth” that he or she experiences in life in order to be able to reproduce it on the big screen. Through a series of hands-on exercises and practical experiences, the reader develops the “directorial senses” in order to be able to tell a story in the most effective way.Enjoy my conversation with Simone Bartesaghi.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/indie-film-hustle-a-filmmaking-podcast--2664729/support.

Regulations and Content Guidelines: a. Broadcast Regulations: FCC The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) oversees and regulates broadcast television and radio in the United States. Rules govern areas such as indecency and profanity, advertising practices, political advertising, and equal time provisions. Broadcasters must comply with content guidelines, including restrictions on obscene, indecent, or profane material during certain hours. b. Content Ratings: Content rating systems, such as TV Parental Guidelines and the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) rating system, provide guidance on the suitability of media content for different age groups. Ratings help inform viewers and parents about potentially objectionable content, enabling informed decisions. Censorship, Obscenity, and Free Speech Concerns: a. Obscenity and Indecency Standards: Legal definitions and standards for obscenity and indecency can vary across jurisdictions, impacting the permissible content in media and artistic works. Regulations aim to strike a balance between protecting public decency and upholding free speech rights. b. Artistic Expression and Free Speech: The entertainment industry often navigates the tensions between artistic expression and societal norms or government censorship. Legal protections for free speech and artistic freedom can vary across countries and cultures, influencing the creative process and content distribution. Compliance with Labor Laws and Union Rules: a. Labor Regulations: The entertainment industry must comply with applicable labor laws, including minimum wage requirements, overtime regulations, and workplace safety standards. Specific rules may apply to child actors, stunt performers, and other specialized roles. b. Union Agreements: Unions such as the Screen Actors Guild (SAG), Writers Guild of America (WGA), and Directors Guild of America (DGA) negotiate collective bargaining agreements that govern working conditions, compensation, and benefits for their members. Compliance with union rules is essential for maintaining harmonious labor relations and avoiding potential strikes or legal disputes. Cross-Border Regulations and International Distribution: a. Import/Export Controls: The distribution of media content and artistic works across borders may be subject to import/export controls, censorship, or content restrictions in different countries. Navigating these regulations is crucial for facilitating international distribution and avoiding potential legal or cultural conflicts. b. Intellectual Property Protection: International treaties and agreements, such as the Berne Convention and the TRIPS Agreement, establish frameworks for protecting intellectual property rights across borders. Ensuring compliance with these treaties is essential for safeguarding copyrights, trademarks, and other intellectual property assets in global markets. c. Cultural Considerations: Different cultural norms and sensitivities can influence the acceptability and reception of media content in various regions. Localization efforts, such as dubbing, subtitling, or content editing, may be necessary to adapt to specific cultural contexts and regulatory environments. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/law-school/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/law-school/support

For anyone familiar with the photo industry, the mammoth lawsuit between The Andy Warhol Foundation and renowned music photographer Lynn Goldsmith should be no secret. This complex battle over the rights to her 1981 portrait of the artist formerly known as Prince lasted seven years and went all the way to the Supreme Court.   But do you know the circumstances behind her original portrait session with the famously reserved musician, and were you aware of all the misinformation about this case that was disseminated in both legal documents and the press?   Lynn is a longtime friend of the show, and our 2017 episode about her extensive, long-term work with the band Kiss, among other crazy stories, was a fan favorite. We invited her back to discuss this case in 2022, when the Supreme Court first agreed to hear it, but heeding the advice of her legal counsel she wisely declined our offer at that time.    In May 2023, the Supreme Court ultimately ruled in Lynn's favor in a 7-2 decision, which has already been shown to benefit others seeking remedies for the misuse of their creative works.   Yet, while this landmark decision happened last year, the case itself was not officially resolved until very recently—Friday, March 15, 2024, to be exact—a day some might recognize as the Ides of March.   Now that the final resolution has been signed, sealed, and delivered, we felt it was a perfect opportunity for Lynn to give us a recap of this David vs Goliath battle, with all its complexities and underlying bias.   From details about the Fair Use doctrine, to the matter of copyright registration, to her thoughts about the current photographer community, to the importance of standing up for one's rights, Lynn provides a clear and insightful assessment of one of the most traumatic and threatening experiences that any independent artist can face, as only she can.   To her very core, Lynn believes creativity can make anything possible, an ideology she sums up aptly at the end of our chat.   “I felt like some higher power picked me for this,” she says. “And that I had to make myself feel like a 1940s film with Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers, where there was going to be a happy ending, that everything would work out just fine, and that I was going to prevail.”   Guest: Lynn Goldsmith Top shot © Lynn Goldsmith   Episode Timeline: 2:50: The backstory to Lynn Goldsmith's 1981 photo session with Prince. 7:17: Shooting both color and black-and-white in the days of film, a separate camera for each option. 11:15: Vanity Fair's 1984 use of Lynn's black and white portrait for artist reference.   13:47: Lynn's discovery of the original image use after Prince died in 2016.  19:50: The value of saving detailed records of licensing agreements for future reference. 23:14: The preemptive lawsuit the Andy Warhol Foundation filed against Lynn, and the misinformation contained in the Federal court filing. 32:15: Lynn discusses the Fair Use doctrine and the matter of copyright registration in relation to her case. 36:43: Episode Break 38:04: Meeting with the Andy Warhol Foundation and the deal on offer to resolve the lawsuit. 44:40: Lynn's thoughts about the current photographer community and the importance of standing up for your rights. 48:09: The multiple rounds of the Prince portrait lawsuit, from the first Federal case to the Second Circuit Court of Appeals to the Supreme Court. 56:29: Uneven reporting about the lawsuit in the press, with the photo press being fearful to write anything, and the art press releasing misinformation without fact checks. 1:00:27: Behind the scenes at the Supreme Court hearing, the effects of the 7 – 2 decision, as well as Justice Kagan's written opinion. 1:08:48: Lynn's thoughts about generative AI. Guest Bio: Lynn Goldsmith is a multi-awarded portrait photographer whose work has appeared on and in between the covers of top magazines worldwide. Her subjects have varied from entertainment to sports, film directors to authors, and from top celebrities to the ordinary man on the street. Her forty years of photography are both an investigation into the nature of the human spirit, as well as the natural wonders of our planet. As the author of 12 major photo books, Lynn's images are also featured in numerous museum collections, yet her professional achievements are in no way limited to the world of photography. She is the youngest member ever accepted into the Director's Guild of America (DGA), where she achieved several firsts—from the first rock show on network television to the first music documentary released as a theatrical short, and more. In the mid-seventies, Lynn stopped directing to concentrate fully on photography. By the early 80s, she departed from both photography and film, to become the first ‘optic-music' artist. Using the a.k.a. Will Powers, she produced the album "Dancing for Mental Health" on Island Records. Her debut album won critical acclaim and her single, Kissing with Confidence, reached #3 on the British charts. The wide range of Lynn's talents, skills and achievements are products of a belief she holds constant: Creativity is based on breaking limiting thought patterns, thus making anything possible.   Stay Connected: Lynn Goldsmith's Website: https://lynngoldsmith.com/menu.html Rock and Roll Photo Gallery Website: https://rockandrollphotogallery.com/ Lynn Goldsmith's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lynngoldsmith/ Lynn Goldsmith's Twitter: https://twitter.com/goldsmithphoto Lynn Goldsmith's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lynngoldsmithartist/ Lynn Goldsmith's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lynn-goldsmith/ Lynn Goldsmith's GoFundMe Campaign Lynn Goldsmith's Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lynn_Goldsmith Pelican 1510TP Carry-On Case: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1241003-REG/pelican_015100_0050_110_1510tp_carry_on_case_with.html

In 1969 this audacious western drove a nail into the coffin of the old studio system, recasting the West along with classic Hollywood stars including William Holden and Robert Ryan into a newly violent, gritty and cynical image reflective of the Vietnam War era. The movie was a huge success and had a major impact on the Baby Boomer generation. But 54 years later, after numerous filmmakers have built on the graphic elements of the film, what does it still have to say, if anything, to today's generation? Our panel of young film-lovers discusses the film's violence, its male-centered world, its depiction of 1913 Mexico, the revolutionary spirit that sets this action film so far from movies made even just a few years earlier, and what to make of the hard-drinking director, often accused of misogyny and cruelty, the legendary Sam Peckinpah? Hosts: Mark Netter & David Tausik  Panelists: Grace Chapman, Kylee LaRue & Guy Lewis An ElectraCast Production. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Wild_Bunch https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/1059489-wild_bunch 52nd on The 100 greatest American films by BBC 63rd on The 80 Best-Directed Films by Directors Guild of America (DGA) 80th on AFI's 100 Greatest American Movies of All Time by American Film Institute Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Artificial intelligence will likely impact every type of job. But this summer, Hollywood actors and writers have raised substantial concerns about the ways in which generative AI systems may be used to replace aspects of their human craft. The Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) and the Writers Guild of America (WGA) are currently joined in a dual strike, hoping to make progress on a range of labor grievances with the studios and streaming companies that employ them. Today's guest is Justine Bateman, a writer, director, producer, author, and member of the Directors Guild of America (DGA), the WGA, and SAG-AFTRA. Bateman has been on both sides of the camera for much of her life, and has a particularly sharp perspective on how AI may change the entertainment industry, and why it matters to all workers that the unions are standing up on these issues now.

Bethany Rooney has directed more than two hundred thirty episodes of prime-time network television, most recently Law & Order: Organized Crime, Chicago PD and Station 19. Other credits include but not limited to Desperate Housewives, Ally McBeal and Brothers & Sisters, and the American long-running classics NCIS and Criminal Minds.  She serves on numerous committees at the Directors Guild of America (DGA), which implemented the first Directors Development Initiative in 2016, including a mentorship program for rising directors. For more information on "Lights, Camera, Rolling...MOM!", email info@lightscamerarollingmompodcast.com or DM us on instagram @LightsCameraRollingMomWe look forward to sharing stories of strong mothers in the entertainment industry with all the listeners; showing we are making changes and impacts in and out of the household. "From call sheets to cooking sheets - our stories are all the same!"

The Director's Guild of America (DGA) has struck a deal with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) over residuals and pay increases for streaming services. What does this now mean for the Screen Actors Guild (SAG) and the Writer's Guild of America (WGA)? (recorded on June 2, 2023)Watch the Video Format on Youtube: Coming Soon!LISTEN to us on our other various platforms:Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-red-band-podcast/id1559313468Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/3DtTVkV9HZz65ukS5FWETnAmazon Music:https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/ea910e0c-11dd-458b-8cb5-1d2b66ecd4b8/the-redband-podcastIheartradio:https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-redband-podcast-102663694/Google Podcasts:https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9tZWRpYS5yc3MuY29tL3JlZGJhbmRwb2RjYXN0L2ZlZWQueG1sSubscribe & Follow to get the latest updates on new episode releases!Subscribe to our Patreon @ https://www.patreon.com/theredbandpodcastDiscussion Links Below:04:12 ~ Super Mario Bros Movie Reaches $1.3 Billion - https://variety.com/2023/film/box-office/super-mario-bros-movie-surpasses-frozen-second-biggest-animated-film-1235632448/10:30 ~ Sony Teases Live-Action Miles Morales Spider-Man - https://variety.com/2023/film/columns/across-the-spider-verse-miles-morales-spider-woman-1235629183/15:00 ~ Disney/Pixar Layoffs - https://deadline.com/2023/06/lightyear-director-producer-disney-pixar-layoffs-1235399708/

This week's guest is Johnson Cheng, a Chinese American writer/director from the San Gabriel Valley of Los Angeles. A member of the Directors Guild of America (DGA), his films have screened in competition at international festivals such as Tribeca, AFI FEST, and Toronto.  Johnson is a recipient of the HBO APA Visionaries Award, the Princess Grace Award (Cary Grant Film Award), and fellowships such as Film Independent's Project Involve (Writer/Director Fellow). Johnson is also one of the directors chosen for the very first class of Indeed's Rising Voices and “Only the Moon Stands Still' is an incredibly moving film about the complexities of intergenerational families and work. It's a slice-of-life tale of three generations of Chinese women confronting the realities of having to shut down their family's ballroom dance studio and bid farewell to a life that has defined them for so long. This episode discusses tradition, community, work and the power of story to create opportunity for people. 

CW: This episode delves into the coercion, harassment, and sexual assaults committed by Harvey Weinstein throughout his career. If you wish to skip this portion of the episode, coverage starts at timecode 30:54 and ends at timecode 1:01:09. Further warning for sexism. We continue our deconstruction of Joe Esterhaz's An Alan Smithee Film: Burn Hollywood Burn, the winner of the 19th Annual Golden Raspberry for Worst Picture! We learn the history of the use of the Alan Smithee pseudonym for directors, cover Esterhaz's overall demeanor and public perception, and (unfortunately) shine a light on the awful deeds of Harvey Weinstein (who is in this damn movie for some reason), and attempt to fix this thoroughly flawed and confused mockumentary. Podcast Plugged In This Episode: Making a Martini (@MartiniMaking on Twitter) Stuff mentioned in this episode: Paul Verhoeven, Showgirls, #MeToo, Rose McGowan, Mel Gibson, the Directors' Guild of America (DGA), Death of a Gunfighter, Robert Totten, Don Siegel, Robert Smith, The Simpsons, kayfabe, Mick Foley, Gone With The Wind, The Birds 2, National Lampoon's Senior Trip, The Twilight Zone, Vic Morrow, Alfred Hitchcock, David Lynch, Dune, Judas Iscariot, John Wilkes Booth, Denis Villeneuve, Bruce Campbell, Sam Raimi, Ivan Raimi, Bill Cosby, The Cosby Show, Daredevil, D. G. Chichester, Metal Gear Solid 4, Hideo Kojima, Ronan Farrow, The New Yorker, Gwenyth Paltrow, Brad Pitt, The 400 Blows, Shakespeare In Love, Elizabeth, Life Is Beautiful, The Thin Red Line, Saving Private Ryan, Lucia Evans, Asia Argento, Florence Pugh, Midsommar, Mira Sorvino, Emily Nestor, Miramax, The Weinstein Company, Amy Adams, Emma de Caunes, Ambra Battilana Gutierrez, Silvio Berlusconi, Roger Ailes, Bill O'Reilly, Hannibal Burress, Rian Johnson, Kate Beckinsale, Rosanna Arquette, Helena Bonham Carter, Daryl Hannah, Eva Green, Heather Graham, Angelina Jolie, Ashley Judd, Sarah Polley, Lupita Nyong'o, Madonna, Sean Young, Uma Thurman, Forest Whitaker, Charlie Kaufman, WGA Strike, Adam Scott, Hellraiser: Bloodlines, Who Framed Roger Rabbit?, Dan Aykroyd, Dragnet, David Duchovny, John Candy, Rick Moranis, Kyle McLachlan, Rosie Perez --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/derazzled/support

#thekaratekid #karatekid #jackiechan #jadensmith Episode 380."The Karate Kid"Director: Harald Zwart.Harald Zwart is a Norwegian director spending his time between directing movies in Hollywood and directing commercials and music videos. Known for movies such as Pink Panther, The Karate Kid and The 12th Man he is the first Norwegian to become a member of the Directors Guild of America (DGA).Born in the Netherlands but raised in Norway Harald was obsessed with filmmaking at an early age. Harald made his first films (cell and pappet animations on Super-8) when he only 8 years old and it was also as a child that he discovered his love for painting, illustration and playing multiple instruments.Harald returned to Amsterdam to study at the Dutch Film Academy and before breaking into feature films cut his teeth as director on high-profile commercials for companies such as BMW and with music videos for A-Ha who still list him as a personal friend.Welcome, Harald Zwart.Monday Morning Critic: Instagram, TiKTok, YouTube and Facebook.www.imdb.com/title/tt12597724/www.mmcpodcast.comThe Fourtress of...The Fourtress of... brings together FOUR friends every week, most weeks, to...Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

TED LANGE: Born Theodore William Lange III to parents who both worked in theater and television, Ted majored in drama at the San Francisco City College, then gave up a scholarship from the University of Colorado Shakespeare Festival, for the prestigious London Royal Academy, from which he graduated as a trained Shakespearean actor. He gained attention for his performance in the original Broadway production of the musical “Hair”, which led to starring roles in “Black Belt Jones” and on the sitcom “That's My Mama.” Ted Lange became a professor at the University of California, then became Isaac Washington on ABC's Love Boat from 1977-1986, for 250 episodes, never receiving residuals to date. He wrote 6 episodes and directed 17 and created a Love Boat screenplay, amongst the dozen he has written. On May 10, 2018, he received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and directed 28 TV series and movies (including Moesha, The Wayan Bros, Fantasy Island, Passing Through - the movie and more). In 1997 he was appointed the Co-Chairman of the African American Steering Committee for the Directors Guild of America (DGA) and was one of the forces of the Directors Guild Fellowship Program, instituted to develop job opportunities for Women and Ethnic Minorities, He was named adjunct associate professor at the School of Cinema/Television at USC. Ted's theatrical acting spans over 50 plays, has written to date 26 plays and for his theatrical directing, received the NAACP's Renaissance Man Theatre Award; won an NAACP Best Play Award in 1997 for his play “Four Queens -NO Trump” the Heroes and Legends HAL Lifetime Achievement Award, and the Dramalogue Award. He has been the recipient of the James Cagney Directing Fellow Scholarship Award from the American Film Institute (AFI) along with the Paul Robeson Award from the Oakland's Ensemble Theatre; the Artistic Director Achievement Award as Director of an Original Play for his comedy “Lemon Meringue Facade”; the Dramalogue Award for outstanding directing of “The Visit”. His ode to the jazz world came by the way of “The Heart of Biddy Mason, a jazz musical he co-wrote with noted jazz musician Gerald Trottman”; and the film score for the movie he co-wrote, “Passing Through” was arranged by Horace Tapscott, featuring Eric Dolphy music by Eric Dolphy, Charlie, John Coltrane and Sun Ra. Ted has written the following BOOKS: Shakespeare Over My Shoulder Trilogy: Three Shakespearean Themed Plays; Lady Patriot; The Footnote Historian'S Trilogy: George Washington's Boy, the Journals of Osborne P. Anderson, Lady Patriot between 2013-2021….sold on Amazon! Presently1 Ted is working on 3 plays at the same time, happily traveling around the country directing plays and at times internationally, content in truly living his passion. Say hello to him on his IG: @3langeted --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ozzie-stewart/support

"We talk about going Direct to Community" Diana Williams Diana Williams is the CEO & Co-founder of Kinetic Energy Entertainment, a multi-disciplinary company that partners with creators at the intersection of story and technology to develop and produce story-based IP. In this podcast, we discuss Kinetic Energy Entertainment's strategy, projects and the opportunity Diana is addressing in the marketplace. We also dive into the story IP creating process - why it is vital in today's market and the techniques Diana uses for this. From the MCU to Exploding Kittens, Diana also shares numerous examples of projects that have successfully developed franchises and reveals some of the steps they took to achieve this. About Diana Williams Diana Williams is the CEO & Co-founder of Kinetic Energy Entertainment. She has a wide range of experience in the entertainment industry, developing IP and producing creative content for distribution across storytelling media. Throughout her career she has been at the forefront of working with emerging and established talent to ensure a diversity of voices are included in an ever-evolving industry. Kinetic Energy Entertainment is a multi-disciplinary company that partners with creators at the intersection of story and technology to develop and produce story-based IP. Kinetic's project slate includes a series in development at HBO, the cross-platform storyworld of The Gatecrashers, political sim videogame Political Arena, Founder Hustle podcast based on venture fund 1863 Ventures' focus on entrepreneurs of color, Crimson an epic fantasy/thriller take on Alice in Wonderland, recipe-memoir Adventures in Starry Kitchen, and a documentary feature film with Apple+. An award-winning producer, she produced the critically acclaimed feature film Our Song, which earned her a nomination for an Independent Spirit Award in the Producer category. Other credits include documentaries Room 237, the Emmy© award-winning Sylvia Drew Ivie, Student Academy Award©-nominated Another First Step, Industrial Light & Magic: Creating the Impossible, Method to the Madness of Jerry Lewis, and Dear Mom Love Cher. In addition to producing, Diana has held various positions in the entertainment industry. She was the Creative Development and Franchise Producer at Lucasfilm within the Story Group, the team responsible for developing and maintaining narrative cohesion and connectivity throughout the Star Wars universe. While at Lucasfilm, Diana developed film and tv (including Star Wars Rebels, Rogue One), mobile and console videogames (including 2015's Battlefront), publishing (Marvel's Star Wars comics and novel expansions). Diana helped launch ILMxLAB, an immersive entertainment and mixed reality lab, with projects including Vader Immortal, Star Wars: Secrets of the Empire, and Alejandro González Iñárritu's Academy Award© winning VR experience Carne y Arena. She was also a production consultant for BET on Let the Church Say Amen, Gun Hill Road, and Untitled Kenya Barris Project. Currently the Chair of the Interactive Board of Jurors for digital and immersive storytelling for the Peabody Award, Diana is also on the Strategic Planning Committee of The National Academy of Sciences' Science and Entertainment Exchange; the advisory committee for the Royal Shakespeare Company/Digital development; the advisory board for UK-based organization Future of Film; and the boards of Diverso (a non-profit organization by students for students, dedicated to empowering the under-represented storytellers of the next generation), The Overlook Film Festival (genre festival), and Here/No Proscenium Summit for interactive and immersive events, theater, and creators. Diana began her career in production as an Assistant Director and is a member of the Directors Guild of America (DGA) and the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS).

FYI: The Sistas have officially commandeered Jean-Luc Picard's Aunt Adele. Picard's Aunt Adele was mentioned in three episodes of The Next Generation (TNG). The namesake of Picard's Aunt Adele was the Assistant Director of TNG for its entire run, as well as several seasons of Voyager. Ms. Simmons tells us all about TNG via the L.A. night club scene of Nat King Cole and Lena Horne, her 400 days in one of the most competitive training schools in the film industry and the slow mutation of the Y chromosome. This is the conversation you never saw coming and don't want to miss. Find out more about the career of Adele G. Simmons here: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0799669/ The Macombo: http://www.playgroundtothestars.com/timeline/1941-mocambo-opens/ Guild of America (DGA): https://www.dga.org Cosmos: A Spacetime Odessey https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2395695/episodes/?ref_=tt_ep_epl Sorry, Guys: Your Y Chromosome May Be Doomed: https://www.smithsonianmag.com/science-nature/y-chromosome-may-be-doomed-180967887/ Parable of the Sower: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/52397.Parable_of_the_Sower SyFy Sistas podcast on Patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/syfysistas Thank you Dena Massenburg for our dope logo: @blackbeanz70 Thank you to our sound engineer DoS, the Anonymous: @dos_theanonymous_1 You can find the SyFy Sistas and our family of podcasts on The Trek Geeks Podcast Network https://trekgeeks.com FANSETS - our pins...have character. We want to thank our friends at FanSets for being the presenting sponsor of the Trek Geeks Podcast Network. https://fansets.com ALL THE SYFY SISTAS INFO AT YOUR FINGER TIPS : https://linktr.ee/syfysistas

FYI: The Sistas have officially commandeered Jean-Luc Picard's Aunt Adele. Picard's Aunt Adele was mentioned in three episodes of The Next Generation (TNG). The namesake of Picard's Aunt Adele was the Assistant Director of TNG for its entire run, as well as several seasons of Voyager. Ms. Simmons tells us all about TNG via the L.A. night club scene of Nat King Cole and Lena Horne, her 400 days in one of the most competitive training schools in the film industry and the slow mutation of the Y chromosome. This is the conversation you never saw coming and don't want to miss. Find out more about the career of Adele G. Simmons here: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0799669/ The Macombo: http://www.playgroundtothestars.com/timeline/1941-mocambo-opens/ Guild of America (DGA): https://www.dga.org Cosmos: A Spacetime Odessey https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2395695/episodes/?ref_=tt_ep_epl Sorry, Guys: Your Y Chromosome May Be Doomed: https://www.smithsonianmag.com/science-nature/y-chromosome-may-be-doomed-180967887/ Parable of the Sower: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/52397.Parable_of_the_Sower SyFy Sistas podcast on Patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/syfysistas Thank you Dena Massenburg for our dope logo: @blackbeanz70 Thank you to our sound engineer DoS, the Anonymous: @dos_theanonymous_1 You can find the SyFy Sistas and our family of podcasts on The Trek Geeks Podcast Network https://trekgeeks.com FANSETS - our pins...have character. We want to thank our friends at FanSets for being the presenting sponsor of the Trek Geeks Podcast Network. https://fansets.com ALL THE SYFY SISTAS INFO AT YOUR FINGER TIPS : https://linktr.ee/syfysistas

Simone Bartesaghi is an Italian award-winning filmmaker who has been recognized by the Directors Guild of America (DGA) and AMPTP (Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producer) as an artist with "Extraordinary Ability in Directing”.At the age of 24 Simone received his Master's Degree in Economics at the University of Pisa, Italy. Three years later he established a successful Consulting Company specializing in Corporate Organization and Planning. In 2001 he gave up his thriving career to pursue his childhood dream.Two years later he won several prizes as the Writer/Director of short films, but the highest recognition came when he won the first and second place at the Milan International Film Festival, and became the recipient of both the Top and second Award, TWO Scholarships for THE LOS ANGELES FILM SCHOOL.Only four years after his arrival in the United States, he directed his first feature film DOWNSTREAM, that acquired a theatrical release and also received the prestigious Accolade Award.Simone's second feature RUN, a 3D film that he wrote and directed, has won several prizes including Best Screenplay and Best Emerging Director and is distributed in USA by Millennium. The movie is about the new discipline Parkour (Freerunning) with a rich cast including Eric Roberts (The Dark Knight), Adrian Pasdar (Heroes), Kelsey Chow (Pair of Kings) and William Moseley (Chronicles of Narnia).Simone's accomplishments and communicative skills have been recognized by many educational organization around the world and he is now an Adjunct Professor in Filmmaking at the prestigious Santa Monica College.Simone is also a published author with his book "The Director's Six Senses", an innovative, unique, and engaging approach to the development of the skills that every visual storyteller must have. The Director's Six Senses is an innovative, unique, and engaging approach to the development of the skills that every visual storyteller must have. It's based on the premise that a director is a storyteller 24/7 and must be aware of the “truth” that he or she experiences in life in order to be able to reproduce it on the big screen. Through a series of hands-on exercises and practical experiences, the reader develops the “directorial senses” in order to be able to tell a story in the most effective way.Enjoy my conversation with Simone Bartesaghi.

Caroline Friend is fresh out of film school and already making waves in the industry.  In this episode, Leslie and Caroline discuss all things film and festivals.  You're gonna love it.About Caroline:Caroline Friend is an award-winning director and writer. Caroline earned her degree in Film Production and History from the University of Southern California. Her latest film, Under Darkness, was a finalist for the Student Academy Awards®, premiered at Telluride Film Festival, and won the Horizon Award at the Sundance Film Festival. Her work has been recognized by the Directors Guild of America (DGA) and the Television Academy, as well as supported by the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation, Adrienne Shelly Foundation, Panavision, and Steven Spielberg's Shoah Foundation. She continues to seek meaningful true stories to bring to audiences.  TOP FESTIVALS & AWARDS:Student Academy Awards® - Finalist, 2019Telluride Film Festival - Official Selection, 2019Sundance Film Festival - Horizon Award Winner for Directing, 2019Director's Guild of America - Jury Award Winner for Student Film, 2019Television Academy (Emmys) - College Awards - Best Drama Nominee, 2019Emerging Filmmaker Showcase at the Cannes Film Festival American Pavilion - Best Student Film, 2020Film Pittsburgh Presents: The Robinson International Short Film Competition - Award Winner 2020 

Bethany Rooney has directed more than two hundred thirty episodes of prime-time network television, most recently Law & Order: Organized Crime, Chicago PD and Station 19. Her credits include many critically-acclaimed series such as Desperate Housewives, Ally McBeal and Brothers & Sisters, and the American long-running classics NCIS and Criminal Minds. For two seasons, she was the Producing Director of the CBS drama Bull, following her earlier stint in that position on the CW drama The Originals. She serves on numerous committees at the Directors Guild of America (DGA), including co-chairing the Diversity Committee, which implemented the first Directors Development Initiative in 2016, including a mentorship program for rising directors. Bethany's enthusiasm for the craft has also fueled her long-term dedication to teaching the intensive Warner Brothers Directing Workshop. Her book (co-authored with Mary Lou Belli) “Directors Tell the Story: Master the Craft of Television and Film Directing” is the preeminent authority at multiple studio and network diversity programs, and in directing classes on many university campuses. In this episode, we talk about: • What an acting class taught her about directing: understanding what they go through and the vocabulary actors use • Tips for actors to make better self tapes • Advice for actors in auditioning and the process in which she is involved in casting • Being in the Dick Wolf family and working on shows like Law & Order, Chicago PD, Chicago Med, etc. and which one is her favorite • How advocating for herself led to her being let go from her first job, but how it all worked out • How she started working with her first agent • Her process for directing an episode of an already established show: read at least 5 previous scripts, every script needs to be fully understood, blocked and shot listed by Day 1 • Wrote a book Directors Tell This Story • Why she loves directing TV: She gets to shoot more, she is energized from hopping around from show to show, she gets to elevate scripts and tell different kinds of stories • Balancing choice • Directing 8 episodes of primetime network 1 hour shows in this season alone • How it's exciting to get a C script and elevate it to a B+ episode • What happens if a showrunner has a different select for a role than a director Guest: IMDb Wikipedia Twitter Website & Blog Book - Directors Tell This Story: Master the Craft of Television and Film Directing Host: Instagram: @MentorsontheMic @MichelleSimoneMiller Twitter: @MentorsontheMic @MichelleSimoneM Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/mentorsonthemic Website: www.michellesimonemiller.com Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/24mmichelle

Hello, Hello! In this episode, we have a conversation with the Director of Photography and Director Rick Page. We talk about his first editing hack, the harmony between Cinematography, Lighting, and Production Design, what NBC executives got wrong about 'Brooklyn 99,' the polar roles of rabid fans in entertainment, where to cut corners on a budget (and where not to), the importance of joining a union, and a life-threatening heart surgery changed his life and purpose forever. Enjoy! Listen+Subscribe+Rate = Love Questions or Comments? Reach out to us at contact@bonsai.film or on social and the web at https://linktr.ee/BonsaiCreative Love Indie Film? Love the MAKE IT Podcast? Become a True Fan! www.bonsai.film/truefans www.makeit.libsyn.com/podcast #MAKEIT More on Rick Page Rick Page is a Director of Photography in television and film known for recent TV shows Brooklyn Nine-Nine (2013-2021, NBC, Emmy & Golden Globe), The Sex Lives of College Girls (HBO max), Grand Crew (NBC), and multi-award winner An Uncandid Portrait (2021, Tribeca Film Festival). Starting 30 years ago as a camera assistant, Rick's extensive career spans television, feature films, commercials, IMAX, music videos, documentaries, and web series. As a member of both the International Cinematographers Guild and the Directors Guild of America (DGA), his past films have won numerous awards, including Best Cinematography, Best Director, Best Screenplay, Best Actor, and Best Shorts. In 2002, his short film Water With Food Coloring was shown in limited theatrical release. He's also earned several Tellys, CINE Golden Eagle, and Golden Aurora awards for directing. His recent film Snow Globe & The Cat is currently touring the 2022 festival circuit. Feature film credits (assisting/operating) include The Incredible Burt Wonderstone, Grudge Match, Harold & Kumar 3D Christmas, and High School Musical 3. Network TV includes Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Benched, Up All Night, Go On, A Lyon in the Kitchen, Promised Land, and Touched By An Angel. He is currently shooting the new Netflix series Blockbuster. In 2014, Rick co-created the web series Made Right Here, produced in partnership with Maxwell House Coffee. He shot, directed, and co-produced the 10-part series that featured American-made products, artisans, and communities across the country. The series garnered 5.6 million views across aol.com and YouTube. After growing up in Buffalo, NY, Rick started making films in high school in Columbia, MD, and later graduated with a BA in Film Studies from the University of Utah, earning scholarships and awards for his student films. Concurrently, he learned lighting, camera operating, and directing while working at the PBS affiliate, KUED, in Salt Lake City.

Simone Bartesaghi is an Italian award-winning filmmaker who has been recognized by the Directors Guild of America (DGA) and AMPTP (Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producer) as an artist with "Extraordinary Ability in Directing”.At the age of 24 Simone received his Master's Degree in Economics at the University of Pisa, Italy. Three years later he established a successful Consulting Company specializing in Corporate Organization and Planning. In 2001 he gave up his thriving career to pursue his childhood dream.Two years later he won several prizes as the Writer/Director of short films, but the highest recognition came when he won the first and second place at the Milan International Film Festival, and became the recipient of both the Top and second Award, TWO Scholarships for THE LOS ANGELES FILM SCHOOL.Only four years after his arrival in the United States, he directed his first feature film DOWNSTREAM, that acquired a theatrical release and also received the prestigious Accolade Award.Simone's second feature RUN, a 3D film that he wrote and directed, has won several prizes including Best Screenplay and Best Emerging Director and is distributed in USA by Millennium. The movie is about the new discipline Parkour (Freerunning) with a rich cast including Eric Roberts (The Dark Knight), Adrian Pasdar (Heroes), Kelsey Chow (Pair of Kings) and William Moseley (Chronicles of Narnia).Simone's accomplishments and communicative skills have been recognized by many educational organization around the world and he is now an Adjunct Professor in Filmmaking at the prestigious Santa Monica College.Simone is also a published author with his book "The Director's Six Senses", an innovative, unique, and engaging approach to the development of the skills that every visual storyteller must have. The Director's Six Senses is an innovative, unique, and engaging approach to the development of the skills that every visual storyteller must have. It's based on the premise that a director is a storyteller 24/7 and must be aware of the “truth” that he or she experiences in life in order to be able to reproduce it on the big screen. Through a series of hands-on exercises and practical experiences, the reader develops the “directorial senses” in order to be able to tell a story in the most effective way.Enjoy my conversation with Simone Bartesaghi.

Episode 50 sent us to movie jail, so we missed last week, but we have been released into the general population for episode 51. However, due to extreme studio interference, we have all adopted pseudonyms, lest this episode tarnish our hitherto (mostly) unblemished reputations. This week we're looking at the career of one of Hollywood's longest-working and most diverse filmmakers, Alan Smithee. It is no exaggeration to say that he ranks among the most industrious directors in tinseltown, with more than 100 features, innumerable screenplays and a raft of production credits to his name. And for those that didn't know, from 1968 that name was the official pseudonym used by film directors who wanted to disown a project, until it was formally discontinued in 2000. In those years it was the sole pseudonym used by members of the Directors Guild of America (DGA) when a director wished to disown themselves from the final product, after proving that they had not been able to exercise creative control over a film. So are there any hidden gems in his filmography, was he merely a patsy, a fall guy who had to take the bullet for better known film makers? Or does he deserve his sullied reputation? Join us as we delve into the career of one Alan Smithee and find out.

"Listen to them, the children of the night. What music they make." - Bram Stoker   The Buzzards go goth on this episode of FIVE DOLLAR BUZZ, as we speak with acclaimed horror author Steven Van Patten and talk about all things vampires, werewolves and the shape of horror to come.    Van Patten is the author of the trilogy Brookwater's Curse - Volume1, Volume 2 and Volume 3: Extinction Agenda -  about a former Georgian plantation slave named Christian Brookwater who becomes a powerful vampire. He becomes an agent for a secret vampire law enforcement who has to keep those damn werewolves in check among other supernatural creatures of mayhem. Brookwater also can't seem to curb his murderous impulses when confronted by obnoxious racists, much to his agency's chagrin. The hero's journey continues as vampire politics, civil war and love triangles abound.   Van Patten has also written a two-book series, Killer Genius: She Kills Because She Cares and Killer Genius 2: Attack of the Gym Rats, about a woman named, appropriately enough, Kendra the Killer Genius. She is a super intelligent serial killer with a conscience and only kills those she conceives to be racist, sexist, abusive or dangerously criminal. In the sequel she takes on sexual predators and the Russian mob.   He also wrote a children's novel called Rudy's Night Out about a young boy who sneaks out at night to a party and discovers a scary world out there.  Will his father - a man with a secret and the last name Brookwater...hmmm - find him in time?! You'll just have to read it to find out for yourself!   He is also a co-author of two anthology series - Hell at the Way Station and Hell at Brooklyn Tea. The former he co-wrote with acclaimed author Marc L. Abbott and the latter with Abbott and Kirk Johnson. They are stories of horror centered around Brooklyn, where Van Patten grew up, and a framing device includes the authors themselves as participants in the supernatural shenanigans.   Hell at the Way Station won two African-American Literary Awards including Best Anthology and Best in Science Fiction. Van Patten also won an award for Best Independent Publisher for his Laughing Black Vampire Productions publishing company.   Van Patten is a member of the New York Chapter of the Horror Writers Association as well as a member of the Directors Guild of America (DGA). In his spare time he has done some stage managing for several television shows. He also wrote some television episodes for a series called "Viral Vignettes."   The Buzzards get all nerded out with Mr. Van Patten as they talk about his books, his publishing company, his fascination with horror, horror movies and the mighty borough of Brooklyn.  So, concoct your elixir of absinthe with a sugar cube and some water, turn out the lights and get ready to be thoroughly entranced by the new prince of darkness. The Buzzards get eerie with Steven Van Patten.   Please remember to subscribe to us on YouTube, iTunes or Spotify for all future and old episodes.  If you have any questions, comments, ideas or potential guests for us, please email us at FIVEDOLLARBUZZ@gmail.com. We might have to wait until dark as the sun doesn't seem to favor our pasty complexions.  

Demian Lichtenstein is a CEO, Founder and Visionary. With decades of experience as a creative and executive in the entertainment industry in the roles of development, writing, producing, directing and mentoring. Some of his numerous credits include producing and directing over 250 music videos for Grammy Award Winning artists including Sting and Eric Clapton, as well as writing, producing and directing feature films starring Kevin Costner, Kurt Russell, Courtney Cox and Ice T and he's written scripts for RKO Pictures, Paramount Pictures, Universal Pictures, Warner Brothers and others. He coauthored the international best selling book and directed the documentary for Discover the Gift, an inspirational, transformational narrative that follows Demian's personal journey for spiritual understanding and growth and his commitment to create socially conscious original content for film, television, online, digital and interactive media platforms. For the past 15 years, he served as senior head coach for the Self-Expression and Leadership Program for Landmark Education, an internationally recognized educational seminar conglomerate specializing in transformational leadership. He is a member of the Director's Guild of America (DGA) where he was the Co-Founder of The Directors Guild Leadership Council, working alongside Steven Spielberg , James Cameron and other A list creators to protect the rights of filmmakers worldwide by having a direct influence on domestic and global politics in the entertainment world. He is also a member of The Writer's Guild of America (WGA) and a member of The Screen Actors Guild (SAG) where he currently serves on the Awards Nominating Committee. And is the Founding Board member of New Filmmakers Los Angeles (Non Profit) and is on the Board of Governors of the Advanced imaging Society, VR Society and 3D Society (AIS). He is a sought after speaker worldwide on Leadership and the Future of Entertainment. He maintains his residences in Los Angeles where he lives with his wife, and their two young boys. His wife, FYI, is the oh so mojolicious Brooke Lichtenstein and you can catch her on EPISODE 20 The Real Undressed   In this episode we speak about everything from: ~ what every man needs (it's not what you think and this is a game changer) ~ the only true place men feel safe to fully express themselves + this is where they can most deeply connect to spirit ~ the distinction between dominant and masculine ~ the secret key that the feminine is missing about the masculine (and knowing this can radically improve your relationships forever) ~ what all men can do to make their women swoon (it's much easier than you realize) ~ learning what's actually important and how freedom starts from this place ~ what ‘directing your life' means and how it will give you the tools to manifest your dreams ~ the moving moment where he shares when G-d spoke to him ~ and much more!   Connect with Demian Lichtenstein   Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/demian.lichtenstein   *****   FIRE UP YOUR MOJO: A Series of Masterclasses to Move You Into Your Groove Fire Up Your Mojo is a series of masterclasses to move you into your groove. Each month focuses on a mojo related topic for you to enhance your confidence, embodiment and vitality. There are masterclasses on Feminine Radiance, Mindset, Manifestation, Self Care, Sensuality, Sex and much more!   Take one, two, a few or the best option: ALL!   For all the deets and to secure your spot, go here now: www.fireupyourmojo.com   *****   Connect with Deborah Website | http://therealundressed.com/ Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/therealundressed/   https://www.instagram.com/deborahkagan/ Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/mojorecoveryspecialist/     Subscribe to The Real Undressed Podcast iTunes | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-real-undressed-with-deborah-kagan/id1494643770   Spotify | https://open.spotify.com/show/1eOQaw6kryBsXo7Jb6qEnv   Please remember to: Subscribe Rate Review the podcast. I read every single one and your feedback is valuable.   Additional Resources: Episode 20 | Brooke Lichtenstein: Manifestation + Partnering with Your Higher Self  

Special Edition: Our podcast just reached 100 episodes and we have a special episode. Pioneer mobile filmmaker and the winner of the first prize in the inaugural International Mobile Film Festival in San Diego in 2012 joins us and we embark on a journey about his participation in the history of making movies with iPhones, and smartphones in general.  Michael Koerbel and Anna Elizabeth James got their hands on the iPhone 4 and the new iMovie app on the phone. They decided to run some camera tests, and that led to making a movie that became one of the most inspiring movies shot with iPhone at that time. You may have seen it, Apple Of My Eye, which won first place in our inaugural film festival.  Michael’s film was shot and edited on the iPhone. His partner edited it in the iMovie app. In a car as he drove. How mobile can you go? They moved on to create a web series and partnered with an app developer to create a unique way to view the series in the app with features that allowed the film to be sent to a large display, receive push notifications for each new episode and interact through gamification. The app was Majek and the web series was called, Goldilocks. They put their phone and sealed it into a plastic bag, and put it into a fish bowl. They strapped the phone on vehicles. They did a lot experimental guerrilla filmmaking with iPhones. Michael shares how Apple Of My Eye affected him personally and why the title of his movie has a special meaning for him. They didn’t make the the movie, in 2010, to gain attention but when they put it on Vimeo they garnered attention and it helped boost the video platform.  Michael shares why he pays attention to his recordings and how he feels we all have an obligation to what we capture with our cameras. Even if it is easy and accessible. “I don’t hit record unless I know I want it captured, you know? My heart’s in it.” Michael Koerbel Michael was inspired by a professor to go to L.A. and attend USC School of Cinematic Arts. It was there that he met many people who are now successful in the film industry today. Ryan Coogler, who held a boom mic in a class is the director of Black Panther.  In this special edition of our podcast, where we celebrate the 100th episode, Michael and I share our connection back in 2011. But also, it led us to discuss our connection to mobile filmmaking because we are passionate about storytelling and how the smartphone camera empowers storytellers and gives everyone a tool to share your voice with the world.  People who have not followed mobile filmmaking since 2010 may appreciate listening to Michael’s account of the days when it all began. Michael played a big part in the success of this “movement” to make movies using iPhones and other smartphones. Michael was invited to a panel in the Director’s Guild of America (DGA) event in Los Angeles by the head of Vimeo back then. The attention he received allowed him to succeed in the industry as a commercial producer and his partner Anna Elizabeth James has written a number of features that have been featured in Netflix. He met Neill Barham, CEO of Filmic Pro when Neill reached out to film a commercial for a cruise line. He has had a lot of success making high end commercials. It’s inspiring to listen to Michael’s stories about his experiences. After that day he and his filmmaking partner decided to test if you could make a movie with an iPhone and edit it on the phone with iMovie, doors opened up to where he is today. SBP Podcast Mobile Filmmaking: The Voice of Mobile Film™ is for everyone who ever wanted to or is curious about making movies and videos using smartphones.  You can watch Michael’s films discussed in the podcast right now. Michael is an official mobile filmmaker on Mobile Film Stories.   https://mobilefilmstories.com/michael-koerbel/    Follow Michael Koerbel: Website: https://www.michaelkoerbel.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mkoerbel/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/mkoerbel  Mentioned in the podcast: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ryan_Coogler Majek Films: http://www.majekfilms.com/    Our Links:   Smartphone Filmmaking Publication on Medium: https://medium.com/smartphonefilmmaking     Subscribe, support and listen to bonus episodes and more on Patreon: http://patreon.com/sbppodcast    Support podcast host Susy Botello: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/susybotello  Mobile Film Stories on Clubhouse: https://www.joinclubhouse.com/club/mobile-film-stories   SBP Podcast Website: http://sbppodcast.studio     SBP Podcast on IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14682500/reference  Video and Film Streaming Distribution for Smartphone Films: http://mobilefilmstories.com     International Mobile Film Festival Website: http://internationalmobilefilmfestival.com    Facebook: http://facebook.com/sbppodcast    Twitter: http://twitter.com/sbppodcast    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mobilefilmsd/    iTunes/Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/sbp-podcast/id1296673665   Susy Botello on Twitter: http://twitter.com/susybotello    SBP Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4ISEF0SZOLyRpw20loXzlo#upsell      YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/mobilfilmfestival?sub_confirmation=1    © Copyright 2021 S. 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Tonight's special guest is Leonardo Corbucci, an American/Italian author, director and producer of television, movies and commercials. He is also an International award-winning member of the Directors Guild of America (DGA). He is just back from abroad to join us and share his adventures and creative endeavors. Leonardo is the producer of 'Cyborgs Universe' television show (2017), producer for 'Black & White in Colors' (2012), and producer of documentary, 'Looking for Fidel' (2006). #interview #geekspeak #geekinsider #leonardocorbucci #cyborgsuniverse #television WHERE TO FIND LEONARDO CORBUCCI Website: https://www.cyborgsuniverse.com/ IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2133990/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leonardo_corbucci/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/wwwembassiesOFcinema Twitter: https://twitter.com/leo_corbucci  

Proclaimed by the LA Times as the "Trailer Titan" and placed on Entertainment Weekly's Top Creative People in Hollywood "It" List, Bob Israel has had an extraordinary career in entertainment. His achievements include producing blockbuster films that launched major careers, creating the longest running movie advertising agency in Hollywood, and overseeing the prestigious star-studded Key Art Award shows. Along with Ron Moler, Bob is the Co-Founder and former CEO-Creative Director of Aspect Ratio. Included among the many award-winning campaigns created by the agency are Men In Black, GoldenEye, Spiderman, Groundhog Day, Forest Gump and Philadelphia. When they sold the company in 1999, Aspect had grown into the largest entertainment advertising agency in Hollywood. Bob left the company in 2004 and helped launch another prestigious agency, Workshop Creative. Bob's feature film producing credits include the box office smash Ace Ventura: Pet Detective, which helped launch Jim Carrey's movie career. With Ron Moler, he produced the cult classic, Bachelor Party, which starred 27-year-old Tom Hanks. Live shows include a run as Lead Producer of The Hollywood Reporter's Key Art Awards Show from 2000-2008. Featured hosts and presenters included Sarah Silverman, Clint Eastwood and Sharon Stone. Bob proudly produced a live musical for Sony Pictures at Showest starring Robert Goulet, Leslie Nielsen and an ensemble of 20 singer dancers. In 2013, Bob returned full-time to his first love. He created The Broadway & Vine Fund to option the underlying rights to existing properties and develop them for the stage. In Spring 2019 he produced the regional premiere of The Flamingo Kid, a musical adaptation of the heartwarming movie, at the prestigious Hartford Stage. He continues to develop the show for Broadway with the Tony award-winning team of book writer/lyricist Robert Freedman, director Darko Tresnjak and composer Scott Frankel. He is also lead producing an adaptation of the movie, Mad Hot Ballroom, with the "dream team" of Rick Elice (Jersey Boys) and Jerry Mitchell (Kinky Boots). Bob is a member of the motion picture academy (AMPAS) and the Directors Guild of America (DGA). He is a former officer and board member of three non-profits: A Place Called Home (since 2001), Skylight Theater Company and University Synagogue. Bob has won several CLIO and Key Art awards as well as other accolades. He was honored with the Sepharad Cinema Lifetime Achievement Award and A Place Called Home’s Humanitarian Award. In 2012 the L.A. City Council commended him for "for improving the lives of thousands of children and families living under great duress." He is extremely grateful to have in his life two incredible children, Jesse and Rachel, and his supportive life-partner and wife, Gail. He resides in Los Angeles.

La película está escrita y dirigida por Francisco Lupini Basagoiti, quien ha sido nombrado Mejor Cineasta Latino por el Directors’ Guild of America (DGA) por su cortometraje El Nido Vacío (The Empty Nest). La irreverente comedia negra se centra en el personaje de Alonso, Remedios, una mujer desesperada que mata accidentalmente a su marido infiel el día que organiza una gran fiesta para honrar el reciente Premio Pritzker que ha ganado él. Con los invitados que llegan en pocas horas y su familia desmoronándose, Remedios debe sobrevivir al dolor de la angustia y a una noche de celebraciones desenfrenadas sin que sea descubierta. ¡He matado a mi marido! es un popurrí de culturas hispanas. La historia toma lugar en Miami y se filmó completamente en español con artistas de varios países de América Latina y España. Si bien cada actor trae un poco de su cultura, la comedia y la historia son universales y cualquier ser humano, sin importar el idioma o la cultura que tenga, se reirá junto con los personajes. El tono de la película es irreverente, y aborda temas sociales como el empoderamiento de las mujeres, el amor, el romance, el sexo, la sexualidad, la discriminación de clase y racial, con una gran dosis de risas y humor políticamente incorrecto.

Today on Voices From the Frontlines - we learn that civil rights leader and Black Lives Matter activist and Founding member, Dr. Melina Abdullah faces 8 felony charges… Why are our civil rights leaders facing prosecution in “liberal” L.A., you ask??? Find out… Join your community members, and The Strategy Center on Thursday, February 8th, 9 a.m., at 210 W Temple St. Dept. 43. Los Angeles, Ca., as we fight for Melina and request that Los Angeles City Attourney Mike Feuer drop ALL charges against Dr. Melina Abdullah, because criminalizing and silencing black voices WILL NOT HAPPEN!!! To sign the petition requesting that Mike Feuer drop these charges please click bit.ly/freemelina. For more background on these charges, and Melina’s diligent stand for justice, please visit https://thelandmag.com/the-people-v-melina-abdullah/ Eric and Channing talk about the Bus Riders Union film with Ayuko Babu. Eric talks about his encounter with Haskell Wexler and the making of this film which addresses the challenges faced during the fight to end transit-racism. The film has films within it, vignettes of real people, doing the work, and whose individual stories   impact the overall narrative; Della Bonner - leader of Bus Riders union, Rosolio Mendiola, was a room-service waiter who was highly dedicated to the movement, and several others.  The Bus Riders film is in part a tribute to Haskell Wexlers legacy. Bus Riders Union film, Tuesday Feb 12th 6 p.m. during the Pan African Film Festival at Cinemark on the corner of MLK and Crenshaw. To request information write to infor@strategycenter.org, or visit www.paff.org for more details.  In closing Eric and Channing talk with Ayuko Babu about the new documentary about the late, great, Aretha Franklin on, called Amazing Grace, which airs opening night of the PAFF at the Directors Guild of America (DGA). Ayuko also mentions three, of many, powerful films that you must see… 1. Power To Heal - by Director Charles Burnett. It’s a story of the fight by the civil rights movement to fight to expand health care and the fight for medicare.  2. Dare to Dream - Cubas Latin American Medical School - Is the largest medical school in the world, training nearly 30,000 doctors since 1999. 3. Boss - The Black Experience in Business by Stanley Nelson; the struggle to create black business in America. The untold story of African American Entrepreneurship where skills, industriousness, ingenuity, and sheer courage in the face of overwhelming odds provided the back bone of nations economy and social growth.  Take a listen and join the revolution!!!

Mixed Girl Mane and Blerdvision are back together IN PERSON and chatting about our experience watch Black Panther in the Directors Guild of America (DGA) theater and subsequent streaming Q&A with Ryan Coogler live from the Bay Area. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/blerdcomixed/message

Join us as we talk to Tali Nesher, a former literary agent, NYU Tisch graduate and independent educational consultant specializing in the arts. Tali will be offering expertise on applying to different types of art programs and the value of an art education. If you're worried about your child becoming a starving artist, listen to Tali as she talks about how versatile an art degree can be, in addition to information about the process of applying for art programs. Tali Nesher graduated from New York University with a BFA in Film and Television Production. She started her career as a literary agent, representing television writers. Tali's work with writers involved reading scripts, hearing new stories, editing work, and championing her clients to studios and networks. After several years in the agency business, Tali transitioned into television production, where she worked as a camera coordinator on sitcoms and joined the Directors Guild of America (DGA). As a parent who has been through the process herself multiple times, Tali addresses both the concerns of the students and parents during this stressful and daunting experience. She's a strong believer that there is a right fit school or path for every student, and she works diligently with students and families to inform their academic, social and financial options for a personalized, optimal experience. To learn more about Tali, visit www.u-college.com.

With two of the three major guilds (PGA and SAG) having announced their winners, Gold Rush Gang member Júlia and I break down what the winners mean in terms of the Oscar race. From the surprise wins for Hidden Figures and Denzel Washington (Fences) at the Screen Actors Guild to La La Land's march to an easy win at PGA, there's actually a lot to talk about. We start with the PGA and its correlation to Oscar's Best Picture and where we now see Hidden Figures in that race. Then it's on to Supporting Actor where we wax poetic on Mahershala Ali's speech (lots of swooning here) and Viola Davis (Fences) as she steamrolls through the season and her competition. Best Actress is next, where Emma Stone (La La Land) stands alone as the frontrunner but who is next - Portman or Huppert? I detail why Portman might not be the #2 people think she is and why I think she lost. Next is Best Actor, which threw us a big left turn. Is Denzel Washington the new frontrunner or was he all along? Finally, we talk at length about the win for Hidden Figures for SAG's top award. READ: 2017 Oscar Predictions - Post-Producers Guild, Screen Actors Guild We close with predictions for next weekend's Directors Guild of America (DGA) awards and the impact on the Foreign Language Film race from the Trump administration's devastating anti-Muslim ban in regards to Iran's The Salesman and its director, Asghar Farhadi. This podcast runs just over one hour.

In podcast #32 I am joined by Gold Rush Gang members Chris Pepper and Jason Osiason to discuss the craziness of this week's Screen Actors Guild and Golden Globe nominations.  At SAG, Joy and The Martian are snubbed while Trumbo, Beasts of No Nation and Straight Outta Compton show up. What gives? Could it be the power of Helen Mirren and Bryan Cranston and their massive SAG histories? Things often make more sense in retrospect.  The Globes followed suit for Trumbo but then also brought us momentum for Carol, Room and Mad Max: Fury Road. Plus, the return of The Martian and Joy. We also talk about just how bad Warner Brothers is doing this year, both with their awards campaigns and box office. We discuss all major categories and just how tough Supporting Actor is this year. The emergence of Michael Shannon in 99 Homes in an already packed race just adds another person to an already near-impossible top 5. Also discussed, the precarious position of Rooney Mara and Alicia Vikander's category fraud campaigns.  We finish by digging heavy into Best Director, both the Golden Globe nominations and possible Directors Guild of America (DGA) candidates. 

We're so honored to present this very distinguished guest! CNN correspondent-turned-screenwriter Bryce Zabel has created five primetime television series, notably NBC's Emmy-winning UFO series Dark Skies, just released on DVD in January 2011. This year his just published non-fiction book, A.D. After Disclosure: The People's Guide to Life After Contact, is being developed as a weekly television series by his production company Stellar Productions and Electric Farm Entertainment. The book is also being released in the enhanced iBook format by Zentro Media. In 2008, Zabel received the Writers Guild of America (WGA) award for writing his third four-hour Hallmark mini-series, Pandemic. He has written multiple studio feature scripts, receiving credit on two produced films, Atlantis: The Lost Empire, and Mortal Kombat: Annihilation. He is currently under contract to write Majic Men, about the Roswell investigation. He wrote SyFy's first original film, Official Denial, and the first original film in the Unsolved Mysteries MOW franchise. Zabel served as the elected chairman/CEO of the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, and was responsible for the post 9/11 Emmy awards as well as the negotiations which led to an unprecedented 250 percent license fee increase for the telecast. He has been an award-winning on-air PBS investigative reporter, an adjunct professor at the USC School of Cinematic Arts and is a member of the Directors Guild of America (DGA), AFTRA and the WGA. In addition to Dark Skies, Bryce has received the WGA “created by” or “developed by” credit on Kay O'Brien (CBS), M.A.N.T.I.S. (FOX), The Crow: Stairway to Heaven (SYN) and E.N.G. (CTV). His other series work includes Steven Spielberg's Taken, L.A. Law, Life Goes On and Lois and Clark: The New Adventures of Superman. http://www.brycezabel.com http://www.afterdisclosure.com