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Today, we welcome the brilliant creative team behind the highly entertaining and thought-provoking feature film Companion (2025): writer-director Drew Hancock and editors Brett W. Bachman & Josh Ethier. They sat down with our hosts, Giles Alderson & Dom Lenoir, for a fantastic conversation about the filmmaking process - diving deep into: How the script evolved from idea to screen Finding one's unique voice as a filmmaker The challenges and rewards of directing a debut feature Mastering the delicate balance of tone and genre The collaboration between editors And so much more! COMPANION is out NOW | Trailer A weekend getaway with friends at a remote cabin turns into chaos after it's revealed that one of the guests is not what they seem. FOOD FOR THOUGHT is finally out NOW | Watch it HERE A documentary exploring the rapid growth and uptake of the vegan lifestyle around the world. And if you enjoyed the film, please take a moment to share & rate it on your favourite platforms. Every review & every comment helps us share the film's important message with more people. Your support truly makes a difference! PODCAST MERCH Get your very own Tees, Hoodies, onset water bottles, mugs and more MERCH. https://my-store-11604768.creator-spring.com/ COURSES Want to learn how to finish your film? Take our POST PRODUCTION COURSE https://cuttingroom.info/post-production-demystified/ PATREON Big thank you to: Serena Gardner Mark Hammett Lee Hutchings Marli J Monroe Karen Newman Want your name in the show notes or some great bonus material on film-making? Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, industry survival guides, and feedback on your film projects! SUPPORT THE PODCAST Check out our full episode archive on how to make films at TheFilmmakersPodcast.com CREDITS The Filmmakers Podcast is written and produced by Giles Alderson @gilesalderson Edited by @tobiasvees Logo and Banner Art by Lois Creative Theme Music by John J. Harvey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The week, the boys are joined by the editors of Companion Brett W. Bachman and Josh Ethier! We talk about the tone shifts from the movie, keeping secrets, coming back from strikes, working with Drew Hancock, being friends, and how Drag Me to Hell played a major role in their lives! We also talk with Brett about the rom com Slasher Heart Eyes, and of course Correia couldn't let Josh go without talking about Orphan: First Kill! But Before that, the boys dive into the twisted world of Oz Perkins's The Monkey! Its all new on EYE ON HORROR!Movies mentioned in the episode: https://letterboxd.com/correianbbq/list/eye-on-horror-podcast-sn-8-ep-3/Send us a textFollow us on the socials: @EyeOnHorror or check out https://linktr.ee/EyeOnHorrorGet more horror movie news at: https://ihorror.com
Editors - Brett W. Bachman, ACE and Josh Ethier, ACE Long time friends, but first time co-editors, Brett and Josh are no strangers to working in the horror/thriller genre. The same can't be said for COMPANION director Drew Hancock. Not only was this film Hancock's first feature as a director, but it was also his first real foray into genre filmmaking. But that didn't stop either Brett or Josh from seeing how good this film was going to be right from the script. What they couldn't predict, was how great a working experience the whole thing would be. Written and directed by Drew Hancock, COMPANION stars Sophie Thatcher and Jack Quaid as a couple on a weekend getaway with friends at a remote cabin that unravels into violence amid revelations that one of the guests is what's known as a companion robot. BRETT W. BACHMAN, ACE Brett W. Bachman, ACE, is an editor of film & television with acclaimed titles such as Mandy, Pig, & The Fall of the House of Usher. He has worked with leading voices in genre film, such as Panos Cosmatos, Mike Flanagan, Josh Ruben, and Elijah Wood. Several of his feature films have premiered at renowned international festivals, including Sundance, TIFF, SXSW, and Cannes. He's also brought his talents to the small screen with numerous television and commercial projects. Recent & upcoming titles include: Companion, a thriller from writer/director Drew Hancock and New Line Cinema, Rabbit Trap starring Dev Patel, and Heart Eyes, a romcom-slasher hybrid from director Josh Ruben. Additional titles include Werewolves Within, Color Out of Space, The Toxic Avenger, The Vigil, Cooties, and many more. Bachman found his love of editing in his formative years, developing a passion for storytelling through three self-produced documentaries when he was just 19. At 22 years old, he was one of the youngest members of his AFI Conservatory editing program. Since then, he's nurtured his love of filmmaking with an array of eclectic projects as an Editor, Associate Producer, and Executive Producer JOSH ETHIER, ACE Josh Ethier is a renowned Los Angeles based film editor who has left a lasting mark on the horror, thriller and action genres; he literally wears his passion for the genres on his sleeve. His works have premiered at esteemed film festivals such as the Toronto International Film Festival, Sundance Film Festival, SXSW, Tribeca Film Festival, Beyond Fest and Fantastic Fest. Ethier is most well known for his frequent collaborations with director Joe Begos, with whom he has crafted a unique, LOUD and impactful cinematic style. Their partnership has resulted in several acclaimed films, including "Bliss," a psychedelic horror film that explores the descent of an artist into madness; "VFW," a gritty, action-packed thriller about war veterans defending their local VFW post from a drug-addled gang; and most recently, "Christmas Bloody Christmas," a festive yet terrifying holiday horror film that's streaming on Shudder. These collaborations have resonated with audiences and critics alike, showcasing Ethier's ability to enhance Begos' visionary storytelling through his editing. Ethier's impressive filmography includes notable titles such as Oz Perkins' "Gretel & Hansel" for Orion Pictures and MGM, a dark reimagining of the classic fairy tale; William Brent Bell's "Orphan: First Kill," the prequel to the cult horror favorite for Paramount Pictures; Henry Dunham's "The Standoff at Sparrow Creek," a tense, dialogue-driven thriller about a mass shooting at a police funeral; and "Mayhem," a high-octane action horror film starring Steven Yeun that highlights his versatility as an editor of action and comedy. In 2021, Ethier's contributions to film editing were formally recognized when he was invited to join American Cinema Editors (ACE), an honor that signifies his standing in the industry amongst his peers. His career is marked by a commitment to excellence and a passion for storytelling, making him one of the most respected and sought-after editors in independent genre cinema. The Credits Visit ExtremeMusic for all your production audio needs Check out what's new with Avid Media Composer Subscribe to The Rough Cut podcast and never miss an episode Visit The Rough Cut on YouTube
Companion - a horror film "from the producers of The Notebook and Barbarian" (one of the greatest taglines I've ever heard) - has released in theaters worldwide. This was a movie I had very little interest in until seeing that very mysterious first trailer and seeing the reviews that have been coming out from critics over the past 2 months, which have been GLOWING. I had the chance to see the film just recently but the question is: will this movie start a glorious revival of the all too dead horror-comedy? Is it as amazing and as shocking as Barbarian? Find out in this review! Companion: Written and Directed by: Drew Hancock Produced by: Zach Cregger, Roy Lee, J.D. Lifshitz, Josh Mack, Raphael Margules Executive Producers: Jamie Buckner, Andrew Childs, Adam Ridley, Ryan Ridley, Tracy Rosenblum, Paulina Sussman Music by: Hrishikesh Hirway Cinematography by: Eli Born Editing by: Brett W. Bachman, Josh Ethier Casting by: Nancy Nayor Production Design by: Scott Kuzio Costume Design by: Vanessa Porter Cast: Sophie Thatcher, Jack Quaid, Lukas Gage, Megan Suri, Harvey Guillén, Rupert Friend Synopsis: A billionaire's death sets off a chain of events for Iris and her friends during a weekend trip to his lakeside estate.
I interviewed Josh Ruben, the director behind Werewolves Within. The horror-comedy is now out on Blu-ray and DVD (it’s also available in a limited VHS edition format). Interview Timestamps: 3:30 – On Mishna Wolff's script and editor Brett W. Bachman 5:06 – Working with the ensemble cast 6:36 – Production design and shooting in Phoenicia, […]
I chat to Mandy, Color Out Of Space and Pig editor Brett W. Bachman all about his career beginnings, the true job of being an editor and how he got his break with SpectreVision. There's plenty of great chat about the 'Nic Cage: Man of the woods' trilogy Brett has been apart of, from skype chats with Panos Cosmatos in the middle of field to the magic of Sintra, Portugal making Color Out Of Space to Alex Wolff's mess up that made it into Pig.BRETT W. BACHMAN on TWITTERBRETT W. BACHMAN on INSTAGRAMGET TICKET TO SEE PIG (US): HEREPIG OPENS IN THE UK IN CINEMAS ON AUGUST 20TH BREADCRUMBS COLLECTIVE on TWITTERBREADCRUMBS COLLECTIVE on INSTAGRAM CAGED IN on TWITTERCAGED IN on INSTAGRAMCAGED IN on LETTERBOXDCAGED IN on FACEBOOKEMAIL CAGED IN NOWCaged In is apart of the Breadcrumbs Collective, head over to the WEBSITE to get all episodes of this show as well as other great shows. Get bonus content on PatreonSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/cagedinpod. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
On this episode I'm going the distance again for the sequel to the greatest sports movie of all time, with the Sylvester Stallone directed Rocky II. Joining me for this chat is 88 Film contributor, Writer and sequel detective, Dom O'Brien.Is this film streaming? CLICK HERE to find out.Hear my conversation with Mandy, Color out of Space and Pig editor Producer, Brett W. Bachman over on PATREON.DOM O'BRIEN on TWITTERTHAT SEQUEL GUY WEBSITEBREADCRUMBS COLLECTIVE on TWITTERBREADCRUMBS COLLECTIVE on INSTAGRAMSUPPORT CAGED IN on PATREONBUY A PRINT NOW CAGED IN on TWITTERCAGED IN on INSTAGRAMCAGED IN on LETTERBOXDCAGED IN on FACEBOOKEMAIL CAGED IN NOWCaged In is apart of the Breadcrumbs Collective, head over to the WEBSITE to get all episodes of this show as well as other great shows. Get bonus content on PatreonSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/cagedinpod. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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Mandy. If you listen to this show, you're probably as obsessed with that film as we are, and if you aren't: stop what you're doing. Go watch it right now. Once you've seen Nic Cage in an acid-induced chainsaw fight, I'm betting you'll feel the same way we do. The whole film has such a unique voice, and it's clear that this was purposely created by the director and editor. Host Mike Pecci has admitted that this podcast is an excuse for him to talk to people he'd love to work with, and when you add in the fact that we haven't had an episode focused on editing, our guest, Brett Bachman, was the obvious choice. In addition to Mandy, Brett has edited other ILWP favorites like Color Out of Space and Daniel Isn't Real. If you're as big of a fan of these films as we are, this conversation between Mike and Brett is just everything you could want. ILWP YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5CRj5elNHZuT2vn3C9NPwg Check out Brett's website: www.brettwbachman.com Follow Brett on Twitter: twitter.com/brettwbachman Mike Pecci's IG:instagram.com/mikepecci ILWP's IG: instagram.com/inlovewiththeprocesspod ILWP Subreddit: www.reddit.com/r/inlovewiththeprocess The Epidemic of Passable Movies: youtu.be/Ukk5TJL27pE The Episode is Sponsored by: Puget Systems: http://puget.systems/go/inlovewiththeprocess Puget Systems Consultation: www.pugetsystems.com/landing/Puget-…_hsmi=86870814 Quasar Science: www.quasarscience.com/ Industry Jump IG: www.instagram.com/industryjump/ Industry Jump: www.industryjump.com/ Support our show by signing up for a 30 day free trial at www.audibletrial.com/InLoveWithTheProcess ILWP Sponsor Page: www.inlovewiththeprocess.com/sponsors