Podcasts about Dances With Films

In this visionary episode of Best in Fest, host Leslie LaPage talks with Ian Hinden—Las Vegas-born musician, game designer, and immersive storyteller—about redefining how music, gaming, and social commentary collide. Ian dives into the creation of his interactive music video and video game hybrid, "Would You Call Him a Bad Man?", which is set to premiere at Dances With Films.He shares:How anime, alt-rock, and Red Hot Chili Peppers inspired his multimedia storytellingWhy he designed a satirical game to spotlight coercion, abuse, and corporate hypocrisyThe influence of streaming culture, indie game engines, and immersive fandomHow fashion, music, gaming, and storytelling are converging into a single artistic universeWhat creators need to know about Web interactivity, TikTok reach, and indie gaming tools like Godot and Itch.ioFrom philosophical critiques to Easter eggs hidden in mini-games, Ian's work challenges both industry norms and audience expectations. If you're interested in blending mediums, pushing boundaries, or making meaningful art that actually connects, this episode is for you.

First December 2024 episode of the program all about TV. Our guests: Greg Kahn, chief executive of Emerging Tech Exchange and organizer of this week's AI Trailblazers Growth Summit in NYC, and Rob Braiver, co-founder and creative director of content platform DreamFlare AI. Plus TV series pilot creators whose pilots will be showcased this week at the annual Dances With Films NY festival.

This was Fr3deR1cK's sixth time as a guest on this podcast. He came into L.A. from ATL for a screening of “The Third Country” at Dances With Films. By the way, everyone should check out the series Fr3deR1cK' produced that is on TVHi, “Hot Girls Getting High.” Catch this smart and hilarious series at https://www.watchtvhi.com/hggh One last note... if you look at the DIF Website you will see that Fred has achieved a new honor... for the first time ever the selfie on the DIF website has been taken by the guest, not the host. Talk about significant! Learn more about Fr3deR1cK Taylor at these links: Fr3deR1cK.com tomorrowpictures.com and @fr3der1ck on Instagram Discover Indie Film Links DIF Website  - DIF Instagram  - DIF Facebook  - DIF Twitter  TVHi Links TVHi Website  - TVHi Instagram  - TVHi Facebook  - TVHi Twitter  

Last of three consecutive episodes this week of the program all about TV. Our guests: Michael Schreiber, producer of The Real Bros. Of Simi Valley: HighSchool Reunion, the new made-for-TV movie from Roku/The Roku Channel, and a trio of TV series pilot makers whose work was showcased this past weekend at Dances With Films 2024 in Los Angeles.

This is it, the last day of Dances With Films (20th June - 30th June 2024) LA edition and @EchoChamberFP https://www.instagram.com/echochamberfp/ has you covered for 'Day 11'!!! Now, this film / short isn't actually screening today, but it was so good, inventive, and meaningful, we had to hit you with a feature. Especially when Kelli McNeil-Yellen had a hook-up for a sit-down with the inventive mind behind the work! And what a layered & rich discussion it was, obviously we talked about the making of the film, but also touch upon subjects like sustainability, climate change, corporate manipulation, and collaboration. This was the perfect way to bring our LA coverage to a close....don't miss it!!! Watch the conversation: HERE! https://youtu.be/v2d8t3JzrKU 'Story Of The Sun' is written & directed by Phillip Gladkov, and narrated by Tsukuru Fors. This is the first stop-motion animation in the world made entirely from birch bark. It shares the tale of how the first humans discovered fire, changing the world forever. It's especially meaningful that this film is made from birch bark—a material used for starting fires since the Neanderthal era. It's a movie for both children and adults, and filled with humor, valuable lessons, and emotionally touching moments. Today we have: Story of the Sun Watch Review: Here. https://youtu.be/SmzJ9Z-2cn4 Dances With Films KIDZ BLK 2 Sunday, 23rd June 2024 at 14:00 PT World Premiere, TCL Chinese 6 Theatres Director: Phillip Gladkov Narrator: Tsukuru Fors Credit: gr&Studios, All Area Crew Genre: Drama, Mythology, Stop-Motion Animation Running Time: 7 min Cert: U Trailer: Here. https://youtu.be/Q3aJvl5VPLI Website: Here. https://storyofthesun.com/ ------------ *(Music) 'Give The People' (Instrumental) by EPMD - 2020 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eftv/message

It's the penultimate day of our Dances With Films (20th June - 30th June 2024) @EchoChamberFP https://www.instagram.com/echochamberfp/ coverage, 'Day 10', and there's no letting up!!! Things get heavy this episode, as we're delving into the realm of mental heath and bipolar. It's a raw look through the window of a couples life together and how a relationship can be impacted. THEN, the raw & real continues with a confab that peels back the process, the what's, the why's, and contemplates the repercussions of a body of work like this. Truly fascinating across the board, this is not to be missed!!! Watch the conversation: HERE! https://youtu.be/r69Kb2lq1mU 'Spyral' is written & directed by Bill Guttentag, and artfully narrated by Michelle Trachtenberg. A tragic true story that reveals the mental health epidemic in America. This is a dramatic and powerful view of the toll that bipolarism takes on one woman's (Michelle Cody White) life and the family (Randall Scott White) she leaves behind. With over a decade of home videos, diaries and social media, Oscar -winning director, Bill Guttentag, stitches together the tragic story and the mystery behind it. Today we have: Spyral Watch Review: Here. https://youtu.be/e_HWvTPgydU Dances With Films Saturday, 29th June 2024 at 14:45pm World Premiere, TCL Chinese 6 Theatres Buy Tickets: Here. https://danceswithfilms.ticketspice.com/dwf27-spyral Director: Bill Guttentag Cast: Michelle Cody White, Randall Scott White, Michelle Trachtenberg Credit: All Entertainment Business, Shape Pictures Genre: Biography, Documentary Running Time: 83.5 min Cert: 15 Trailer: Here. https://youtu.be/1BYrp-dOtMk?si=JCDynqNoulgCdeba Website: Here. https://mentalawarenesstoday.com/ Facebook: Here. https://www.facebook.com/SPYRALdoc Instagram: @bipolarfilm https://www.instagram.com/bipolarfilm/ ------------ *(Music) 'The Big Payback' (Instrumental) by EPMD - 2020 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eftv/message

So, it's 'Day 8' of the Dances With Films (20th June - 30th June 2024) Festival and the third instalment of our @EchoChamberFP https://www.instagram.com/echochamberfp/ coverage! We're back to films, and we have the world premiere of a new slice of life flick, which explores love, rejection, self worth, healing, and possibilities. THEN, we talk about all these themes, with the young man that took the leap of faith to make his first feature! It's another really interesting conversation, looking at the evolution of a film!!! Watch the conversation: HERE! https://youtu.be/nnKDWb6b6Dw 'Step Back, Doors Closing' is the feature directorial debut from Carter Ward, which he also wrote. This is a charming love story between Ryan (Reilly Walters) and Julisa (Carmen Berkeley), two young adults who long for authentic and emotionally intelligent relationships. After a chance encounter on the DC metro, they spend the next twenty-four hours discussing their hopes, dreams, and fears. Slowly but surely, they reveal more and more about themselves, and fall in love. Today we have: Step Back, Doors Closing Watch Review: Here. https://youtu.be/3qgjCpGXa5I Dances With Films Thursday, 27th June 2024 at 19:15pm World Premiere, TCL Chinese 6 Theatres Buy Tickets: Here. https://danceswithfilms.ticketspice.com/dwf27-step-back-doors-closing Director: Carter Ward Cast: Carmen Berkeley, Reilly Walters, Michelle Macedo, Ashley Romans, Mershad Torabi, Janae Palmer Cruz, Al Sotto, Frank Hobbs, Geri Courtney-Austein, Barney Fitzpatrick, Steven C. Fisher, Emmanuel Taye Credit: Arden Pictures Genre: Drama Running Time: 98 min Cert: 15 Trailer: Here. https://youtu.be/-qxmWbmKVPU?si=6K2E__9CTy3mB6w3 Website: Here. https://stepbackdoorsclosing.com/ ------------ *(Music) 'Give The People' (Instrumental) by EPMD - 2020 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eftv/message

It's another full house this week on #BTLRadioShow as we welcome MEREDITH YINGER talking SCARS UNSEEN and STEVE BALDERSON talking his new streaming series, BLOODY FAMOUS! PLUS, thanks to Steve being late with his call-in to the live show, you get the added bonus of my exclusive interview with JOSH MARGOLIN talking the fun-filled and unforgettable comedy THELMA. First up, writer/director MEREDITH YINGER joins us to talk about her new feature, a powerful documentary on domestic abuse but with a new perspective that we haven't seen before, SCARS UNSEEN, which makes its World Premiere on June 30th at Dances With Films in Hollywood! Then hear my exclusive interview with writer/director JOSH MARGOLIN as he talks about his new film THELMA and 94-year-old June Squibb – Action Hero! THELMA is not only fun but warm and wonderful; a sentimental journey of action and aging! And finally, the uber-talented writer/director/author STEVE BALDERSON joins us again for the fourth time (!!!!) talking about his latest venture, and something new for Steve, the streaming series BLOODY FAMOUS! Talk about wicked, dark, twisted, satiric fun! I am in love with this episodic and hope that Steve gives us a Season 2. Think "The Bachelorette meets The Hunger Games" but ramped up to the Nth degree! Who will be the victor in this deadly game of love? http://eliasentertainmentnetwork.com

In this episode of Salt Lake Dirt, Kyler dives into the world of satirical horror with the producers of the short film Princeton's in the Mix, Antonio Ayala and Nagi Chami. Antonio and Nagi share their journey in bringing this darkly comedic project to life. They discuss their roles as producers, the intricate process of casting, and the importance of collaboration in filmmaking. The conversation also touches on the film's thematic depth, exploring the intense parental pressure on children and the societal obsession with academic success. With its world premiere at Dances With Films, Princeton's in the Mix promises to be a thought-provoking and entertaining experience. Great chat! Thanks for listening. --- Episode Links: IG: @princetonsinthemix Dances with Films screening: Monday June 24, 5pm --- SLD Podcast Info: www.saltlakedirt.com Radio Broadcast every Monday on KPCR 92.9 FM Los Gatos - 6PM - 8PM PST Listen on APPLE Podcasts Listen on SPOTIFY Instagram: @saltlakedirt TikTok: @saltlakedirt

It's a trifecta of festival films this week on BEHIND THE LENS and all three are "MUST SEE FESTIVAL FILMS" with "Must Meet" Festival Filmmakers at the upcoming Dances With Films film festival in Hollywood – THE PICKUP, THE EXPOSED, and TIM TRAVERS AND THE TIME TRAVELER'S PARADOX. First up, take a listen as husband and wife filmmakers NICHOLAS ACOSTA and XENIA LeBLANC join us in talking about their respective films, THE PICKUP and THE EXPOSED. While Xenia wrote and directed the thriller, THE EXPOSED, she also starred in Nick's action-heavy film THE PICKUP. Both shorts are superb with THE PICKUP packing in action and humor while THE EXPOSED turns on a dime with a shocking reveal – and in only 5 minutes! Listen as each talks about their approaches to each of their films. And then get ready for writer/director STIMSON SNEAD and his feature film, the fabulous TIM TRAVERS AND THE TIME TRAVELER'S PARADOX! A visual delight. A storytelling joy. Science is key. Visuals dazzle. And how can you go wrong when you've got Danny Trejo, Joel McHale, and Keith David popping up along with the Herculean efforts of Samuel Dunning who will have you seeing double, uh, triple, uh, twenty-something! This film is some of the most fun you'll have at the movies, be it at DWF or other film festivals or in theatres or at home when Stimson gets a distribution deal. Listen as Stimson dives into the genesis of TIM TRAVERS, his tonal approach, homage to the past, and his time-traveling approach that avoids the "typical" emotional metaphors of human discovery. http://eliasentertainmentnetwork.com

Beverly Zeimet- International Bestselling Author, Speaker, & Podcast Host of "Beyond the Stage." Dr. Andreea Vanacker- is an entrepreneur, the author of several books, and has been featured in over 100 Forbes and Fast Company articles. She's a TEDx Speaker & Host of "The One Million Years Of Joy Podcast.Danicah Waldo- Director, Writer, Producer of "Sally get The Potatoes."Robin Cohen- "How I Roll," FilmBrianne Berkson & Miguel Gluckstern "How I Roll." Producers, Writers, and Directors.Movie Reviews and More is broadcast live Tuesdays at 5PM PT on K4HD Radio - Hollywood Talk Radio (www.k4hd.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com). Movie Reviews and More TV Show is viewed on Talk 4 TV (www.talk4tv.com).Movie Reviews and More Podcast is also available on Talk 4 Media (www.talk4media.com), Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com), iHeartRadio, Amazon Music, Pandora, Spotify, Audible, and over 100 other podcast outlets.

Caity Ware is a UCLA alumna and moderately busy twin mom, actor, producer, and executive assistant. She has appeared on American Horror Story, S.W.A.T., and most recently recurred on For All Mankind. Caity has produced more than two-dozen award-winning short films, music videos, and web series (plus a silly little rom-com feature), which have played over 50 festivals, including Tribeca, Dances With Films, and Cleveland, and have been featured on the curated sites Short of the Week and Omeleto. Caity has also produced two critically-acclaimed stage plays, including a sold-out run of The Diary of Anne Frank, which featured poignant talk-backs with Holocaust survivors after performances. Her last three years have been filled with keeping two small humans who climb (and jump off) everything in sight alive, and making sure those around her maintained some form of sanity as they worked to bring the epic Apple TV+ limited series Masters of the Air to life. In her free time she used to love to bake a killer apple pie, but, well, if you've made it this far you probably understand why her time in the kitchen lately tops out at microwaving chicken nuggets.

At seventeen, Philadelphia native Stephanie Little moved to Los Angeles, where she studied at The Groundlings Theater, with Howard Fine, Anthony Meindl, Lesley Kahn and in London at The Royal Academy of Dramatic Art's summer immersion program. Stephanie currently resides in New York, where she continues to write, produce, and direct projects; all of which have taken her on the festival circuit. The web series she created and co-wrote, KILLING THE apologetic GIRL, won best pilot at the 2016 Dances With Films festival in Los Angeles and followed up shooting her indie pilot, The Small, and the web series, Other Plans, starring Tig Nataro and Annette Bening. Most recently, Little's project, Coach Von Pidgeon sold to Funny or Die where she served as the co-writer, co-EP, show-runner and director for the eight-episode show. Currently, she's making another round of Oscar-qualifying festivals with her project, Tara Messenger of Death starring Margaret Cho, while also developing FBI-centered content for Anne Beagan Productions. ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ STEPHANIE LITTLE ⌲ IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1102713/ ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ The Moving Spotlight Podcast ⌲ iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-moving-spotlight/id1597207264 ⌲ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7cjqYAWSFXz2hgCHiAjy27 ⌲ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/themovingspotlight ⌲ ALL: https://linktr.ee/themovingspotlight ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ #Groundlings #NewYorkActress #KillingTheApologeticGirl #DancesWithFilms #FunnyOrDie #CoachVonPidgeon #TaraMessengerOfDeath #MargerateCho #Emmys #TVTime #iTunes #Actor #ActorsLife #Believe #Success #Inspiration #Netflix #Hulu #Amazon #HBO #AppleTV #Showtime #Acting #Artist #Theatre #Film #YourBestBadActing #Content #CorbinCoyle #JohnRuby #RealFIREacting #TMS_Pod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-moving-spotlight/support

Today I welcome writer, director and actor Emily Ann Zisko to the show. Emily's latest project is a web series entitled Play It By Ear (Season 1 now available on YouTube). Play It By Ear has screened at Dances With Films and HollyShorts and will be at the upcoming 2023 Nashville Film Festival in late September. Great chat, great series! Check it out. Thanks for listening. Kyler --- Synopsis: "Play It By Ear," a six-part series centered around a young couple, Mila and Lukas, who struggle to grow together as they start their new lives thousands of miles apart (Los Angeles and Amsterdam). (SOURCE: YouTube, Karen Twins Productions) --- Episode Links: STREAM: Play It By Ear: Season 1 Instagram: @playitbyearseries TikTok: @playitbyearseries IG: @emilyannzisko IG: @thekarentwins Screening at Nashville FF: Fri, Sep 29th, 11:00 AM @ Rothschild Black Box Theater, Vanderbilt University --- SLD Podcast Info: www.saltlakedirt.com Radio Broadcast every Monday on KPCR 101.9 FM Santa Cruz - 6PM - 8PM PST Listen on APPLE Podcasts Listen on SPOTIFY Instagram: @saltlakedirt

Lena Kaminsky studied acting at Emerson College and has been working in the theater and film world for over 20 years. As an actor, she has worked in tv, film and regional theaters around the country. She has written two full length plays Salvage and Ursa Major. Little Mouse a short film (written and directed) is her first film and is currently making its way through the festival circuit. In addition to the Inwood Film Festival, it has screened in Los Angeles and NYC (Audience Award) at Dances With Films, Outshine in Miami (Best Short Film Honorable Mention), and upcoming screenings with Albuquerque Film and Music Experience, Vancouver Queer Film Festival and Middlebury New Filmmakers Festival. She also has a casting business, Selective Casting that focuses on educational and corporate industrials. She lives with her wife in Inwood. www.lenakaminsky.com

Melissa Gregory Rue is making films on Social Issues that will inspire you to make the world a better place. MEET MELISSA Melissa Gregory Rue is a film writer, director, and producer based in Louisville, Kentucky.   She grew up on a cattle and tobacco farm in Bourbon County, Ky. long before smoking was out and Bourbon was cool. Melissa earned her M.A. in English Literature from Portland State University and a certificate in filmmaking from The Northwest Film Center. After three decades in Portland, Oregon that included working as an English professor for 20 years, studying film production, and countless outdoor adventures, she moved back to Kentucky at the beginning of the pandemic to be closer to family.  Melissa's dramas and documentaries have screened in film festivals around the world. Her feature documentary, LIVE OUT LOUD, premiered at Dances With Films in Hollywood in 2022.  The movie was awarded Best Human Rights Film by the Amsterdam International Film Festival and Best Civil Rights Themed Film by New York's IO Film Festival.  Shot over one year, LIVE OUT LOUD tells the stories of three unhoused people in Portland, Oregon who begin to heal from childhood trauma by learning to make films in a grant-funded class. LIVE OUT LOUD has been signed for worldwide distribution by Porter + Craig Film and Media in Beverly Hills and will be available for streaming later this year.  In addition to working on her own projects, Melissa co-produced Connectivity Project (2020), a documentary series that explores how our stories and actions can have powerful ripple effects around the world.  She served as a juror, vice president and then chair of the McMinnville Short Film Festival from 2021-2023 and helped relaunch Oregon Doc Camp with Women in Film - Portland many years ago.   As a filmmaker living with chronic Lyme and autoimmune disease, Melissa is eager to get started on her next documentary that will advocate for better access to treatment for the many people living with those disabilities.  FB:  @LiveOutLoudDocumentary Instagram:  @liveoutloud.doc Linkedin:  @melissagregoryrue www.liveoutloudmovie.com www.melissagregoryrue.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/moviemakingpod/support

Support the show for $1/month Subscribe to Chris's newsletter - THIN ICE In this episode, Hilliard sat down with filmmakers Graham Streeter & Alex Lebosq of Imperative Pictures and talked about their journey, working their way up in the indie world, starting with award-winning short films and moving into feature films that deal with human topics everyone can relate to.These two inspiring artist are a fabulous team and have such an amazing voice on and off the screen. They drop some life lessons for filmmakers who are dying to write a screenplay, get behind the camera and produce top notch work that premiers at film festivals like Dances With Films during the prime time slot on closing weekend! Check out the ScreenWriterRR website at www.screenwritersrr.com for information, merch, or our Patreon! We invest countless hours per week to deliver the actionable content that goes into this podcast. Follow us on Social: Chris Derrick on Twitter Hilliard Guess on Twitter Alex on Instagramwww.unfix movie.comwww.imperativepictures.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/screenwriters-rant-room/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/screenwriters-rant-room/support

This is it, people! It's last of @EchoChamberFP https://www.instagram.com/echochamberfp/ coverage of Dances With Films @danceswithfilms (22nd June - 2nd July 2023) Today we're checking out a drama that takes place in the world of humantrafficing, and really shows how people can get sucked in. THEN, we're joined by the director, writer, and stars who break everything down! We held it back abit, cause things get deep into the film, no spoilers though! Watch the conversation: HERE! https://youtu.be/E_roEoK1Fw0 'The Girl in the Backseat' is directed by Nick Laurant and written by Chris Marrone & Kika Magalhães. Inspired by True Events, a young immigrant, Sofia (Kika Magalhães), fights for her survival against her predator, Ryan (Chris Marrone), in an involuntary road trip through the vast and mysterious landscape of a worldwide human trafficking ring. Today we have: The Girl in the Backseat Watch Review: Here. https://youtu.be/soSw1i9rkss Dances With Films Thursday, 1st July 2023 at 17:00pm World Premiere TCL Chinese 6 Theatres Buy Tickets: Here. https://danceswithfilms.ticketspice.com/dwf26-the-girl-in-the-backseat Director: Nick Laurant Cast: Kika Magalhães, Chris Marrone, Jasmine Akakpo, Helen Day, Travis Quentin, L. Jeffrey Moore, Brett Driver, Frank Forbes, Max Calder, Kerry Rhodes, Ana Lopes, Kim Ellis, David Dossett, Brooke Olivia Borges, Brian Foyster, Ashley Mangione Credit: Calico Pictures, Lanterna de Pedra Filmes, Mind the GAP Productions Genre: Drama, Thriller Running Time: 85 min Cert: 15 Trailer: Here. https://youtu.be/lI5iVY4a-Js Twitter: @Calico_Pictures https://twitter.com/Calico_Pictures Instagram: @calico_pictures https://www.instagram.com/calico_pictures/ YouTube: Here. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYY2Ti88ePuObMbmAfbMpvA ------------ *(Music) 'I'm Not Gonna Teach Your Boyfriend How to Dance with You' by Black Kids - 2008 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eftv/message

Today we look at one of the final films to screen at Dances With Films (22nd June - 2nd July 2023) for our @EchoChamberFP https://www.instagram.com/echochamberfp/ coverage! Putting a spin on the troupe of old guy with younger woman, this new film aims to explore different possibilities, whilst still bringing the laughs. We then are joined by the forces of nature behind everything, who stuck to their guns and got their film made!!! Watch the conversation: HERE! https://youtu.be/UDpYV-wlXzA Today we have: Katie's Mom. Watch Review: Here. https://youtu.be/OhITi7Bye7U Dances With Films Sunday, 2nd July 2023 at 14:45pm World Premiere TCL Chinese 6 Theatres Buy Tickets: Here. https://danceswithfilms.ticketspice.com/dwf26-katies-mom Director: Tyrrell Shaffner Cast: Dina Meyer, Aaron Dominguez, Julia Tolchin, Shannon Dee, Clara York, Lexie Stevenson, Jason Wiles, Colin Bates, Christine Weatherup, Rib Hillis Credit: Ex Files Productions Genre: Comedy, Drama Running Time: 113 min Cert: 15 Trailer: Here. https://vimeo.com/831305105 Website: Here. https://tyrrell323.wixsite.com/katiesmom Facebook: Here. https://www.facebook.com/KatiesMomMovie Instagram: @katies_mom_movie https://www.instagram.com/katies_mom_movie/ ------------ *(Music) 'I'm Not Gonna Teach Your Boyfriend How to Dance with You' by Black Kids - 2008 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eftv/message

“Angie's Cure,” the story of a rape victim's disturbing road to recovery, will make its World Premiere at this year's Dances With Films (DWF) Festival, Thursday, on Tuesday, June 27th, 9:30PM at the TCL Chinese 6 Theatres in Hollywood. The film tells the gripping story of Angie, a former rape victim, who uses the thug robbing her shop to take out her repressed anger. When she decides to prolong the experience by secretly keeping him a prisoner in her basement, the victim turns vigilante, and has a small window to play God. But what will be the price for the sins committed against her? Will the sweet taste of revenge turn her into the very monster she's feared for all these years? This thrill ride will keep you on the edge of your seat, causing you to blur the lines between what's right and what's wrong. With ever shifting power dynamics, Angie's cure begs the question, “How far would you go to put your trauma behind you?” “Angie's Cure”, a New Breed Entertainment production, is directed by Corey Grant, written by Brian Kelsey, Lanett Tachel and Grant, and produced by Audrey Kendrick, James Searles, Tachel and Grant. Tachel stars in the title role, along with Essence Atkins (The Noel Diary), Sean Nelson (A Father's Pride), Vanessa Williams (Candyman, Days of Our Lives), Denise Boutte (The Bounce Back), and Jennifer Freeman (My Wife and Kids). more: getthefunkoutshow.kuci.org

Based on a true story, a sheltered little girl spends an unnerving afternoon with her estranged father and is left with only her imagination to stop time and escape impending disaster. “Five and a Half,” an unsettling drama about a little girl on an afternoon drive with her ex-con father, will make its West Coast premiere at this year's Dances With Films (DWF) Festival, June 22-July 2, 2023 at the TCL Chinese 6 Theatres in Hollywood. Based on a true story, writer-director Heidi Nyburg and producer Kristin Higgins evoke a heightened sense of peril for little Abbie (Lauren Jude Rosa) as her mother Jess (Katherine Cozumel) reluctantly gives her just-paroled husband Chuck (James Hal Hardy) permission to take Abbie for an afternoon. As the two set off in a red convertible, there is an uneasiness that surfaces and increases as we see that Chuck is not a responsible parent. Little Abbie must utilize her own imagination and grit to survive this ill-fated outing. more: getthefunkoutshow.kuci.org

Told through individual stories with families, and grief experts, the documentary explores how we can normalize grief in our society and actively help others to process the pain of losing a loved one. Actor-author Anthony Rapp (Broadway's RENT, StarTrek: Discovery), author and grief expert David Kessler (Finding Meaning, ABC Good Morning America contributor) and actor John Farley ( the brother of late comedian Chris Farley), will attend the world premiere on Sun July 2 @ 12:15 PM to share their experiences dealing with grief, both personally and collectively, in a country reeling from multiple tragic events in recent years. “Meet Me Where I Am” is directed by Grant Garry and produced by Stacy Roque, Lisa Kauls and Sharolyn Schmiederer. James Slaven, Director of Photography, worked with Garry for the duration of production, collaborating on their worldwide tour of interviews for the film, The 86 minute documentary also features a mixture of families, counselors, grief advocates and experts including Ron Marasco, Julie Shaw, Cynthia O'Neal, Donna Schuurman, Jana DeCristofaro, Lisa Kauls, Mike Reynolds, Ken Ithiphol, Alicia Forneret, Julisa Golden, and Natalie Kazarian. Director Garry has always been curious about grief, from his first experience when his grandmother died when he was a teenager to his most recent loss, the death of his uncle. "Meet Me Where I Am" is the culmination of that curiosity, and a dedication to ensuring we all feel better equipped to talk about grief. “After being contacted by our film's executive producer, Lisa Kauls, and hearing her story, I knew her grief and others' grief must be witnessed. I was honored to sit down with some of the world's most renowned grief experts as well as individuals with lived experiences. The rare opportunity this film provides is that the expert talkers also have unique experiences of grief themselves, “ says Garry. more: getthefunkoutshow.kuci.org

We are back to films for today's @EchoChamberFP https://www.instagram.com/echochamberfp/ coverage of Dances With Films (22nd June - 2nd July 2023). Well actually, we have an incredible documentary, something you didn't know that you really needed to see. Then the mastermind behind the doc stops by to tell the incredible story of how it even came about. And the amazing people he got to speak with, to tell the story!!! Watch the conversation: HERE! https://youtu.be/PKfsyCwWJ0U Today we have: You Have No Idea Watch Review: Here. https://youtu.be/IOd_lMrMGvs Omaha Film Festival: 12th March 2023 Dances With Films Saturday, 1st July 2023 at 14:45pm, West Coast Premiere TCL Chinese 6 Theatres Buy Tickets: Here. https://danceswithfilms.ticketspice.com/dwf26-you-have-no-idea Director: Alexander Jeffery Cast: Beth James Burns, Evan James, Paul Burns, Mary Pat Anthony, Richard Wharton, Grace Terbrock, Kenny Burns, Jackson Burns, Williams Burns, Caroline Burns, Sydney McCumsey, Ashton Bolland, Charlotte Steinman, Heidi Bolland, Missy Inman, Phyllis Day, Justin Murphree, Matthew Roomsburg, Jason Mitchell Credit: Scrub The Tub, Bespoke Works Genre: Documentary Running Time: 86 min Cert: PG Trailer: Here. https://vimeo.com/754377723/e97a6140f4 Website: Here. https://youhavenoideamovie.com/ Twitter: @YHNIMovie https://twitter.com/YHNIMovie Facebook: Here. https://www.facebook.com/youhavenoideafilm Instagram: @youhavenoideafilm https://www.instagram.com/youhavenoideafilm/ ------------ *(Music) 'I'm Not Gonna Teach Your Boyfriend How to Dance with You' by Black Kids - 2008 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eftv/message

Did you know that Dances With Films (22nd June - 2nd July 2023) also covers film??? Well it does, and @EchoChamberFP https://www.instagram.com/echochamberfp/ has you covered!!! This pilot is a story of rediscovery essentially, that leaves you wanting more! The creative duo behind this first adventure join us for fun and interesting conversation. Watch the conversation: HERE! https://youtu.be/VSJ__AvVfoM Today we have: Remixed Watch Review: Here. https://youtu.be/ru2lvKt0ipM Dances With Films Saturday, 1st July 2023 at 13:15pm World Premiere, Pilots TV Block 2 TCL Chinese 6 Theatres Buy Tickets: Here. https://danceswithfilms.ticketspice.com/dwf26-pilots-tv-grp-2 Director: Mitch Yapko Cast: Lauren Leon, Jon Chaffin, Jose Duran, Emily Bolcik, Zackry Colston, Retta Flanagan, Jasmine M. Garcia, Michael Lanning, Suanne Spoke, Lindsey Mallard Credit: Wayfeather Media, Who! Productions Genre: Comedy, Drama Running Time: 24 min Cert: 12a Trailer: Here. https://vimeo.com/755202159 Website: Here. https://www.wayfeathermedia.com/films Instagram: @remixed_pilot https://www.instagram.com/remixed_pilot/ ------------ *(Music) 'I'm Not Gonna Teach Your Boyfriend How to Dance with You' by Black Kids - 2008 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eftv/message

Fr3deR1cK Taylor's new film ""Where Is America The Beautiful?" is screening at 4:30 PM (Pacific) at Dances With Films the same day that this podcast releases!  If you happen to be listening on June 27, 2023, rush over to the Hollywood & Highland and catch the film!  And if it is after that date, maybe go to tomorrowpictures.com or tomorrowpictures.tv to find out where you can see it. This was Fr3deR1cK's third time as a guest on this podcast and I nearly named this episode "Fr3deR1cK & Jeff Shoot the S**t, Part 2" but, since he took time out of his busy festival schedule to stop by the Film Invasion Los Angeles opening night mixer and come see me again to shoot the shit, it only makes sense to name the episode after the new film that, sadly, wasn't at a festival that I program. For the record, his Documentary Short "Pre-Existing Freedom" was an Official Selection at the Sherman Oaks Film Festival in 2021 and took home the award for Outstanding Performance by an Individual, Documentary.  I'm proud to say that you can catch "Pre-Existing Freedom" in Season 7 of the Discover Indie Film TV Series on Amazon Prime Video! Learn more about Fr3deR1cK Taylor at these links: Fr3deR1cK.com tomorrowpictures.com tomorrowpictures.tv @fr3der1ck on Instagram Learn more about Jeff at these links: JeffHoward.me @heffay111 on Instagram Discover Indie Film Links DIF Website  - DIF Instagram  - DIF Facebook  - DIF Twitter  TVHi Links TVHi Website  - TVHi Instagram  - TVHi Facebook  - TVHi Twitter 

Dances With Films (22nd June - 2nd July 2023) has hit the halfway point, and the @EchoChamberFP https://www.instagram.com/echochamberfp/ coverage has only gotten started!!! Today we're looking at a dark comedy, that at its core is dealing with a couples communication. Then we sit down with the writer / director and talk about turning a vision into a reality! Watch the conversation: HERE! https://youtu.be/osiyd4Yedms Today we have: Glue Trap Watch Review: Here. https://youtu.be/XKP2-N1aKX0 Dances With Films Thursday, 29th June 2023 at 21:30pm World Premiere TCL Chinese 6 Theatres Buy Tickets: Here. https://danceswithfilms.ticketspice.com/dwf26-glue-trap Director: Justin Geldzahler Cast: Brittany Bradford, Isaac W. Jay, Gloria Bangiola, Alex Warheit, Caroline Hertz, Kasey Marr Credit: Sticky Situation Genre: Comedy, Drama, Horror Running Time: 89 min Cert: 15 Trailer: Here. https://vimeo.com/834075819 Instagram: @gluetrapmovie https://www.instagram.com/gluetrapmovie/ Vimeo: Here. https://vimeo.com/user201872062 ------------ *(Music) 'I'm Not Gonna Teach Your Boyfriend How to Dance with You' by Black Kids - 2008 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eftv/message

A physiological thriller is coming to the TCL Chinese 6 Theatres for Dances With Films (22nd June - 2nd July 2023) So you know @EchoChamberFP https://www.instagram.com/echochamberfp/ has everything you need to know for today's coverage! Then we are joined by the star of the film, and the writer / director, to talk about how this harrowing tale came to life! Watch the conversation: HERE! https://youtu.be/t6FBiGJuNts Today we have: Bibi Watch Review: Here. https://youtu.be/3oDIR46TMC4 New Jersey International Film Festival: 3rd June 2023 Dances With Films Thursday, 29th June 2023 at 7:15PM World Premiere TCL Chinese 6 Theatres Buy Tickets: Here. https://danceswithfilms.ticketspice.com/dwf26-bibi Director: Christopher Beatty Cast: Elizabeth Paige; Judith Ann DiMinni; Tammy Blanchard; Rick Zahn; Juliana Davies; Rowan Castro, Nathan Faudree Credit: Bibi Productions Genre: Physiological, Thriller Running Time: 95 min Cert: 15 Trailer: Here. https://youtu.be/RJJKuY2w8JU Website: Here. https://bibithemovie.com Twitter: @BibiTheMovie https://twitter.com/BibiTheMovie Facebook: Here. https://www.facebook.com/BeattyfilmsBibi/ Instagram: @BibiTheMovie YouTube: Here. https://www.youtube.com/@cwbeatty/videos ------------ *(Music) 'I'm Not Gonna Teach Your Boyfriend How to Dance with You' by Black Kids - 2008 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eftv/message

@EchoChamberFP https://www.instagram.com/echochamberfp/ is back to our Dances With Films (22nd June - 2nd July 2023) coverage! Today we have slice of life drama, that spawned out of the DePal University programme. Then we're joined by an industry titan who helped usher in this new feature, and the rising talent behind it! Watch the conversation: HERE! https://youtu.be/dUbcs4vVYhc Today we have: Waiting for the Light to Change Watch Review: Here. https://youtu.be/yzkJmkpdTBE Heartland International Film Festival: 7th October 2022 Dances With Films Wednesday, 28th June 2023 at 21:15pm SoCal Premiere TCL Chinese 6 Theatres Buy Tickets: Here. https://danceswithfilms.ticketspice.com/dwf26-waiting-for-the-light-to-change Woods Hole Film Fesitval, Woods Hole (MA), August 4th, 4pm. OutSouth, Durham (NC), August 12th, 12:50pm. Director: Linh Tran Cast: Jin Park, Joyce Ha, Qun Chi, Sam Straley, Erik Barrientos Credit: DePaul School Of Cinematic Arts, Prima Materia Pictures Genre: Drama Running Time: 89 min Cert: 15 Trailer: Here. https://youtu.be/Nf3L3dzs1ug Website: Here. https://www.mlinhltran.com/waitingforthelighttochange ------------ *(Music) 'I'm Not Gonna Teach Your Boyfriend How to Dance with You' by Black Kids - 2008 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eftv/message

We had a blast with the stars and filmmakers behind three of Dances with Films 2023's most exciting indies. Tune in special coverage of one of our favorite film festivals. Heightened Writer, director, and actor Sara Friedman stole our hearts with her film Heightened, which also stars real-life couple Xander Berkley and Sarah Clarke of 24 fame. This film is cognitive behavioral therapy for the soul and we loved every minute. We talked with Sara about themes that mean a lot to us - anxiety, therapy, and finding love.  Bibi  Elizabeth Paige's soul-stirring performance in Chrisopher Beatty's haunted mansion thriller, Bibi, scared the pants off of us and evoked those spine chills reserved the for likes of the Shining. Dig into this conversation that covers everything from scary carpet to Mike Tyson.  Katie's Mom  We crushed hard on Tyrell Shaffner and Meryl Branch-McTiernan's reimagining of the Graduate, Katie's Mom, which stars the iconic, Dina Meyer. We chat about blowing up your life to forge a new path, parent-child dynamics, and unconventional love stories.  In solidarity with the Writers Guild of America (WGA) strike, Friday Night Movie is supporting the Entertainment Community Fund, which provides emergency financial assistance and provides social services to a broad array of entertainment industry professionals.  Sign up for the Friday Night Movie Newsletter for giveaways, curated episode playlists from the hosts and guests (including our mom), and at MOST one email per month (and probably fewer).  Closed captions for this episode are available via the player on the official Friday Night Movie homepage, the Podbean app and website, and YouTube.  The Friday Night Movie Family supports the following organizations: the DC Abortion Fund, HIAS, NAACP Legal Defense Fund | Equal Justice Initiative | Asian American Journalists Association | The Entertainment Community Fund. Subscribe, rate and review us on your favorite podcast platform, including iTunes | Spotify | Stitcher | Google Play | Podbean | Overcast. Catch up on all the Friday Night Movie SXSW special coverage in this playlist, including featured interviews from SXSW Wonder House hosted by the University of Arizona.  Play along with Friday Night Movie at home! Read the FNM Glossary to learn the about our signature bits (e.g., Buy/Rent/Meh, I Told You Shows, Tradesies, etc). Email us at info@p4tmedia.com or tweet @FriNightMovie, @pancake4table, @chichiKgomez, and/or  @paperBKprincess.  Follow our creations and zany Instagram stories @frinightmovie, @FNMsisters, and @pancake4table. Follow us on Letterboxd (@pancake4table) where we're rating every movie we've EVER watched.  Subscribe to our quarterly newsletter for exclusive giveaways and news! Theme music by What Does It Eat.  Subscribe and leave a review on IOS or Android at frinightmovie.com.

Our @EchoChamberFP https://www.instagram.com/echochamberfp/ coverage of Dances With Films @danceswithfilms (22nd June - 2nd July 2023) continues, and today we have a comedy Short. We conversate with the writer, director to find out how he was able to balance the comedy, pacing and detail of the film, and get such great performance from the cast. Watch the conversation: HERE! https://youtu.be/a-EfPA7wZq8 Today we have: Goodbye Tango Watch Review: Here. https://youtu.be/GSrvtMIzn1w Dances With Films Saturday, 24th June 2023 at 14:45pm World Premiere, Competition Shorts Block 2 TCL Chinese 6 Theatres Buy Tickets: Here. https://danceswithfilms.ticketspice.com/dwf26-comp-shorts-grp-2 Woods Hole Film Fesitval, Woods Hole (MA), 4th August 2023, 16:00pm. OutSouth, Durham (NC), 12th August 2023, 12:50pm. Director: Jason Laurits Cast: Joan Shangold, Marilyn Busch, Jeanette Bonner, Louis Rocky Bacigalupo, Michael McEnery Genre: Comedy, Drama Running Time: 15.00 min Cert: 15 Trailer: Here. https://vimeo.com/820007791 Website: Here. https://www.jasonlaurits.com/films/goodbye-tango ------------ *(Music) 'I'm Not Gonna Teach Your Boyfriend How to Dance with You' by Black Kids - 2008 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/eftv/message

In this episode, Hilliard, Chris and Richard sit down with founder and producer Leslee Scallon and talked about the amazing journey of the long-running and popular Dances With Films Film Festival which is premiers at the Chinese TCL 6 Theater on June 22, 2023, runs for eleven days and screens some amazing indie-films from all over the world you won't want to miss! Get your tickets at www.DancesWithFilms.com We'e doing a LIVE PANEL June 23, 2023 2pm-4pm at TCL Chinese Theatre (Hollywood & Highland) Dances With Film FF - RSVP at danceswithfilms.com seating will go fast! Check out the ScreenWriterRR website at www.screenwritersrr.com for information, merch, or our Patreon! We invest countless hours per week to deliver the actionable content that goes into this podcast. Follow us on Social: Chris Derrick on Twitter Hilliard Guess on Twitter Support the Rant Room for $1/month Subscribe to THIN ICE - Chris's Substack --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/screenwriters-rant-room/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/screenwriters-rant-room/support

It's time again for DANCES WITH FILMS film festival now in its 26th year, and as usual, BEHIND THE LENS is celebrating some of the wonderful films and filmmakers you'll see and meet at this year's fest. To get into the spirit of things, this week we are joined by D.MITRY GELFAND talking about his poignant and powerful short HEDGEHOG, while GRAHAM STREETER discusses his latest feature UNFIX. First up is writer/director D.MITRY GELFAND who is no stranger to me thanks to his feature directorial a few years ago, the beautiful and tender film "My True Fairytale". D.Mitry now joins us discussing his latest narrative short, HEDGEHOG, a look at the war in Ukraine through the innocent eyes of a 6-year-old girl and what happens when she finds an injured Russian soldier in her grandmother's barn. An emotionally powerful short that speaks volumes in its mere 17 minutes, Dmitry gives us a unique perspective based on his own life experience as an immigrant from the USSR when he was only 15 years old. There is a purity and honesty to HEDGEHOG that speaks to the heart and to humanity, all exquisitely brought together through cinematography and production design, impeccable sound design, a unique score, and an unbelievable performance by Emma Pearson as 6-year-old Nina. Then, writer/director/editor GRAHAM STREETER discusses his emotionally charged narrative feature entry at DWF entitled UNFIX which speaks to the sensitive themes surrounding Conversion Therapy and the lasting effects it can have on an individual and their journey to self-discovery. Going beyond the issue of Conversion Therapy, Graham also explores the harmful nature of secrets and delivers characters who each have something to hide that is of such magnitude as to eat away at each individual while threatening to explode into a dangerous situation. Set during the Covid lockdown, Graham uses the close quarters of four people living together, two of whom are complete strangers to 17-year couple Ari and Ava, to metaphorically intensify and showcase the unfolding drama. http://eliasentertainmentnetwork.com

GUESTS:  Writer/director Alethea Root and actress/writer Jules Bruff The GOOD SIDE OF BAD film opens the 26th Annual Dances with Films Film Festival in L.A. -- June 22 to July 2 in Los Angeles. The storyline focuses on three adult siblings are brought back together after a shocking diagnosis forces them to confront harsh future realities regarding the mental state of one of their own. A raw and intimate look into what it means to be a family navigating the waters of mental illness. Starring Jules Bruff (Zodiac), Alex Quijano (High School Musical: The Series), Lexi Simonson (The 2nd), and Academy Award-nominee Tess Harper (Crimes of the Heart, No Country For Old Men) directed by Alethea Root.   https://danceswithfilms.com/  

"HE LIKES TO BE ON THE AIR!" Boy, oh, boy, do we have a special treat for you! If you are dying for some behind the scenes, info and hilarious stories about what it's like to be in the Maisel cast, you've come to the right place! We had the honor of talking with Austin Basis, who plays Alvin Blank, on The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel and we are so excited to share this conversation with you, listeners! Follow Austin on InstagramCheck out Austin's podcast ActorSpeak on Apple PodcastsAnd Austin's Website for links to all of his upcoming events, projects, books and charities! movie Austin's film “DARUMA” premiering at Dances With Films in Hollywood on June 28th, is sold out but there's a waiting list: DarumaClick here! To donate to Juvenile diabetes, research foundation (JDRF)Perfectly marvelous is now on Patreon! Perfectly Marvelous! Patreon PageSubscribe to Jade's new Podcast "Shall We Compare Thee?" A remake and Sequel PodcastLeave us your feedback for our next interview episode when we will be talking to Matilda Szydagis (Zelda)! If you have any questions you'd like us to ask her, tell us! Also, what's your “most marvelous moment” of the season? We want to know! And as always THANK YOU lovely listeners for your continued support!

Today in conversation with actor, director and writer John Mossman about his new #film Good Guy with a Gun. We discuss the controversial #guncontrol and #gunviolence in the US. The film is an intense drama/thriller and provokes the question "what side of the aisle does the film land on?" A rural noir thriller following a boy and his mother's arrival into a small town where their fractured relationship is widened by his deepening journey into gun culture. Amidst the increasingly dangerous path he finds himself on, he and his mother struggle to repair their fractured family. But at what cost? John is a well-known Chicago-based actor/director who connection to the Chicago theater community runs deeps - so there are many familiar faces in this film. Producer Kevin Cooper is a military veteran, served active duty as an army interrogator. As an executive in Hollywood, he helped make other movies about the military: Men of Honor, Thin Red Line, Armageddon. He has other films in development that revolve around the military and Veteran issues. He has written and directed numerous award-winning films, including the acclaimed Feature Into The Wake, winner of the Industry Choice Award at Dances With Films. His work has screened at the DGA, the Egyptian Theater as part of the American Cinematheque Series, and has won top awards at fests worldwide. His groundbreaking documentary on teen mental illness, There's No Such Thing As Crazy, received Telly and Voice awards. John Mossman is a hunter (aka “responsible gun-owner”) and an ardent Democrat. Enclosed is John's director's statement, which I think says a lot about how he's tackled this subject: “Families have always had their challenges. Teenagers will rebel. Parents will split. Loved ones will die. Together we worked through the problems and the grief. But the new political landscape has driven a steel wedge between loved ones and the issues that families have dealt with for decades are now magnified by politicians and a media eager to profit – the result being an inability to connect with some of the most important people in our lives. A type of jet fuel being added to this fire is the emotionally charged issue of guns, which combined with stoked elements of masculinity, fear and frustration, has created an explosive new cocktail pouring through the veins of our nation; one that unfortunately shows no sign of abating as we witness the continued radicalization of young men and the polarizing nature of the gun debate. Despite the blowback they might face, many responsible gun owners are ready to acknowledge the sickness of gun worship and the fallacy of the apocalyptic "Good guy with a gun" world-view that has gained so much traction of late. With this film I hope to explore the danger and at times the appeal of going down this path, and the extraordinary difficulty of turning back - and ultimately the enduring power of family to see us through dark times.” AMAROK PRODUCTIONS (Kevin Cooper & DeAnna Cooper) is pleased to announce the world premiere of A John Mossman Film GOOD GUY WITH A GUN at the Dances With Films Festival (DWF). Mossman is a DWF alum having won the Industry Choice Award for INTO THE WAKE. " GOOD GUY WITH A GUN will play on Friday, December 2, 2022 at 9:30 pm as part of the festival at Regal Union Square (850 Broadway, NYC 10003). Website: https://amarokproductions.wixsite.com/goodguywithagun http://mossmanfilms.weebly.com/ Episode sponsor: https://www.newsly.me/ Now not just read but listen to trending news!

On this episode of Press Play, Q sits down with filmmaker Melissa Gregory Rue to discuss her documentary film “Living Out Loud” which premiered at this year's Dances With Films film festival. They deep dive into healthcare for the homeless, creative outlets, and Lyme disease. Press Play is here! Project-Nerd's newest original series is taking it all on. Join Project-Nerd hosts as they welcome fellow Project-Nerd Personalities and other Special Guests as they navigate through geek, pop culture, and the current world, all in one incredible talking head series. Only on Project-Nerd!

On this episode of Press Play, Q sits down with filmmaker David Hartstone and actress Lexa Gluck to discuss their short “Desert Sky” which premiered at this year's Dances With Films film festival. They deep dive into VFX, the importance of world-building, and the excitement of creating a series. Press Play is here! Project-Nerd's newest original series is taking it all on. Join Project-Nerd hosts as they welcome fellow Project-Nerd Personalities and other Special Guests as they navigate through geek, pop culture, and the current world, all in one incredible talking head series. Only on Project-Nerd!

On this episode of Press Play, Q sits down with filmmaker Benjamin Hosking to discuss his short "And I miss you like a little kid" which premiered at this year's Dances With Films film festival. They deep dive into mental health, Phoebe Bridgers, and the importance of hope in cinema. Press Play is here! Project-Nerd's newest original series is taking it all on. Join Project-Nerd hosts as they welcome fellow Project-Nerd Personalities and other Special Guests as they navigate through geek, pop culture, and the current world, all in one incredible talking head series. Only on Project-Nerd!

A very special edition of The Mike Wagner Show with American-born multi-award-winning director/writer/actor/choreographer with Canadian roots based in NYC Breton Tyner-Bryan talks about her latest release “Delusione” playing at the 25thanniversary of Dances With Films at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Los Angeles on Fri. June 17th at 5p! Delusione follows the dancers as they explore an empty vintage hotel filled with memories that probe the depths of their shared past creating a mirage of illusion! Breton talks about her career as a classically trained ballet dancer and award-winning filmmaker growing up in theatre in Hartford, CT and has been involved with “Billions”, ”Divorce”, “The Knick”, “Studio City”, “Gossip Girl”, ”Manifest” and more! Check out the latest release coming to all streaming platforms and danceswithfilms.com/delusione/ today! #delusione #bretontynerbryan #danceswithfilms #25thanniversary #choreographer #TCLChinesetheatre #losangeles #ballet #hartford #connecticut #billions #divorce #theknick #studiocity #gossipgirl #manifest #amazon #audible #iheartradio #spreaker #spotify #itunes #googleplay #applemusic #youtube #anchorfm #podbean #mikewagner #themikewagnershow #mikewagnerbretontynerbryan #themikewagnershowbretontynerbryan --- 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/themikewagnershow/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/themikewagnershow/support

A very special edition of The Mike Wagner Show with American-born multi-award-winning director/writer/actor/choreographer with Canadian roots based in NYC Breton Tyner-Bryan talks about her latest release “Delusione” playing at the 25thanniversary of Dances With Films at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Los Angeles on Fri. June 17th at 5p! Delusione follows the dancers as they explore an empty vintage hotel filled with memories that probe the depths of their shared past creating a mirage of illusion! Breton talks about her career as a classically trained ballet dancer and award-winning filmmaker growing up in theatre in Hartford, CT and has been involved with “Billions”, ”Divorce”, “The Knick”, “Studio City”, “Gossip Girl”, ”Manifest” and more! Check out the latest release coming to all streaming platforms and danceswithfilms.com/delusione/ today! #delusione #bretontynerbryan #danceswithfilms #25thanniversary #choreographer #TCLChinesetheatre #losangeles #ballet #hartford #connecticut #billions #divorce #theknick #studiocity #gossipgirl #manifest #amazon #audible #iheartradio #spreaker #spotify #itunes #googleplay #applemusic #youtube #anchorfm #podbean #mikewagner #themikewagnershow #mikewagnerbretontynerbryan #themikewagnershowbretontynerbryan --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themikewagnershow/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/themikewagnershow/support

The independent film festival Dances with Films is underway and we had the pleasure of watching one of the festival's feature documentaries Rewilding.  Rewilding follows Anthony Dejesus, a 27-year-old budding artist and former Rikers Island inmate, as he leaves New York City for the first time with avid rock climbers and wilderness guides Jesse Spiegel and Vitek Linhart, determined to field test a program to take formerly incarcerated men into the wild. The documentary pushes all participants in ways they never imagined and also opens them up to hard conversations with each other and themselves as they travel in a van for 7 weeks around the country. We had on one of the rock climbing leaders who also was the planner of much of the road trip - Vitek Linhart as well as the participant, all the way from the Bronx, Anthony Dejesus. We talked with the duo about the word privilege and what it meant to them before and after the film was finished, pet therapy, how the discussion of race is at the forefront of this film, and more. Rewilding is a thought piece film. Even while you watch the hardest parts of the test program and how it unfolds, we hope this inspires more adventures that push conversations about race and privilege  and what it means to be a brown or black person in nature spaces. If you're in the LA area on June 19, head to the world premiere of this special film. We're whole heartedly rooting for these guys. --Grab your ticket to the world premiere of Rewilding HEREFollow Rewilding on IG, FB, and their website--Thanks for listening and for your support! We couldn't have reached 600 episodes without your help! --Be well, stay safe, Black Lives Matter, AAPI Lives Matter, and thank you for being vaxxed and masked!--SUPPORT US HERE!Subscribe to our channel on YouTube for behind the scenes footage!Rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts!Visit our website! www.bitchtalkpodcast.comFollow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.Listen every other Thursday 9:30 - 10 am on BFF.FMPOWERED BY GO-TO Productions 

If you're a long time listener of Bitch Talk, you may know the name John Wildman from all of our Sundance Film Festival coverage. You can say John has been our mentor and big brother in the film festival world and now he's on our show to promote his own short film - Sweat of his Cow.  We had no idea what kind of movie this would be, but we can tell you we were not disappointed. In this episode, we talk to John about where the idea of this film came from ( remember the days of skin-a-max?), the surprise cameo of the "saxophone player" Chris Gardner, John's crazy workout schedule to become a buff looking farmer, and producer Char jumps in to the convo too! Sweat of his Cow and many other independent films will  starting screening Thursday, June 9 during the Dances with Films film festival and if you're in the L.A. area, please head out and support these filmmakers. Follow John Wildman on Facebook  & at FilmsGoneWild.com --Thanks for listening and for your support! We couldn't have reached 600 episodes without your help! --Be well, stay safe, Black Lives Matter, AAPI Lives Matter, and thank you for being vaxxed and masked!--SUPPORT US HERE!Subscribe to our channel on YouTube for behind the scenes footage!Rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts!Visit our website! www.bitchtalkpodcast.comFollow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.Listen every other Thursday 9:30 - 10 am on BFF.FMPOWERED BY GO-TO Productions 

A special edition of The Mike Wagner Show with the crew of Happy F'k'in Sunshine as part of the 25th anniversary of Dances with Films Fest about a teenager growing up in a poor industrial town struggling to create a better life through music playing on June 10th 9:30p at the TCL Chinese Theatre! The movie features Jonathan Hlibka, Mattea Brotherton, Connor Michael and Matt Close all talking about how they started their careers and involvement with the project, plus how they prepared for the roles even in challenging situations and many memories on the set! Check out the amazing new movie playing at the Chinese Theatre and coming soon on all streaming platforms and www.danceswithfilms.com/happy-fkin-sunshine/today! #happyfkinsunshine #danceswithfilmsfest #25thanniversary #TCLChinesetheatre #jonathanhlibka #matteabrotherton #connormichael #mattclose #amazon #audible #iheartradio #spreaker #spotify #itunes #googleplay #applemusic #youtube #anchorfm #podbean #mikewagner #themikewagnershow #mikewagnerhappyfkinsunshine #themikewagnershowhappyfkinsunshine --- 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/themikewagnershow/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/themikewagnershow/support

A special edition of The Mike Wagner Show with the crew of Happy F'k'in Sunshine as part of the 25th anniversary of Dances with Films Fest about a teenager growing up in a poor industrial town struggling to create a better life through music playing on June 10th 9:30p at the TCL Chinese Theatre! The movie features Jonathan Hlibka, Mattea Brotherton, Connor Michael and Matt Close all talking about how they started their careers and involvement with the project, plus how they prepared for the roles even in challenging situations and many memories on the set! Check out the amazing new movie playing at the Chinese Theatre and coming soon on all streaming platforms and www.danceswithfilms.com/happy-fkin-sunshine/today! #happyfkinsunshine #danceswithfilmsfest #25thanniversary #TCLChinesetheatre #jonathanhlibka #matteabrotherton #connormichael #mattclose #amazon #audible #iheartradio #spreaker #spotify #itunes #googleplay #applemusic #youtube #anchorfm #podbean #mikewagner #themikewagnershow #mikewagnerhappyfkinsunshine #themikewagnershowhappyfkinsunshine --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themikewagnershow/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/themikewagnershow/support

This episode of BTL Radio Show we help kick off Dances With Films film festival with filmmakers JASON LOFTUS talking ETERNAL SPRING and JENNY WALDO who talks about her feature film debut with ACID TEST, both with films at DWF. First up take a listen to first-time feature filmmaker JENNY WALDO talking about ACID TEST, making its West Coast Premiere at DWF. Knowing she wouldn't be available to join us live on the show, Jenny and I did a prerecorded interview talking about ACID TEST. Somewhat autobiographical in nature, ACID TEST is set in 1992 during the Bush-Clinton-Perot election cycle and focuses on high school senior Jenny who is trying to find herself while trying to survive in her dysfunctional family with a father with anger issues. Rebelling through music, dress, and deeds, including dropping acid in front of her parents, this journey of self-discovery is not only engaging and entertaining, but is beautiful to watch. Jenny goes in-depth about the visuals and their purposeful design, the story, the Riot Grrrl music, the hair-pulling editing process, and more. A beyond auspicious feature debut by JENNY WALDO. Then documentarian JASON LOFTUS is on hand talking about his latest film, the acclaimed, ETERNAL SPRING. A powerful look at events surrounding the 2002 hijacking of state-run television in Changchun City, China by activist believers in the Fulan Gong religion. Joining forces with renowned illustrator and comic artist Daxiong, Jason melds animation, archival footage, and current interviews with those survivors who were involved in the TV hijacking for a compelling look at history, the Chinese government, Fulan Gong, and more. Daxiong, who grew up in Changchun, fled the city when the government cracked down on the Fulan Gong believers with brutality, violence, and sentencing to forced labor camps. Using his talents as an illustrator, he brings this story to life with pen, ink, and watercolors remembering the brave, the beauty and peace that once was, and the darkness of oppression. A fascinating conversation with Jason diving into the meld of live-action interviews with Daxiong's illustrations and the process of turning those into 3D animation, the animation team, Jason's own relationship with China and its culture, and so much more. http://eliasentertainmentnetwork.com

LESLEE SCALLON & MICHAEL TRENT are the Co-Founders of DANCES WITH FILMS, a tremendous indie film festival now in its 25th year!Fandor is a proud sponsor of this festival. Both Turducken and The Huntsman and the Hound were selected for the Fandor service at this festival last year - both available to watch now on Fandor!A Regent Scholar at New York University, Michael Trent began his career as one of the youngest stage managers to receive an Equity production contract with Broadway and touring credits including the Julliard based Acting Company (touring arm of the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C.) and Lee Theodore's American Dancemachine. He has written, directed and produced a multitude of projects around the globe – from Sacramento to Singapore including numerous years helming the MOVIEGUIDE® Awards which airs on the Hallmark Channel. He lives in Washington, DC with his his lovely wife and their amazing dog, Zoe.Leslee Scallon got her start by moving to Hollywood at nineteen from a small town, where she literally went to a three room schoolhouse. After that small start, she did receive a DramaLogue Best Actress Award, as well as the honor of accepting that award on the same stage as Shirley MacLaine. Similar to Michael, however, she found producing and writing to be a true love, especially after the sage advice of the late Carrie Fisher, “get behind the camera, it's more fun there.” Together Leslee and Michael have produced and directed many shows, including the THALIANS, working with amazing legends such as the late Debbie Reynolds and Carrie Fisher; Dick Van Dyke; Shirley MacLaine amongst others. Their first feature INDEMNITY was the catalyst for DWF and has made for tremendous opportunities of working with amazing creative minds and visionaries. Leslee has been the key moderator of the Industry Panels and “Chats With” series of talks done at the festival, as well as asked to be on panels for her expertise in navigating the film festival world. She lives in Studio City with her lovely daughter, Jocelyn. Fandor on Social Media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fandorTwitter: https://twitter.com/FandorInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/fandorfilms Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dances With Films founders Leslee Scallon and Michael Trent join us to discuss the festival's 25 year anniversary, its history and selection process, and how they keep it a festival for filmmakers by filmmakers… In this episode, we talk about… What led Michael and Leslee to found the Dances With Films Festival  Orion's cease and desist letter and “Festival of the Unknowns”  Creating a sustainable model by prioritizing film and championing new talent  Why DWF is held in Los Angeles and respect for the film selection process Acknowledging not all films are good and why filmmakers need to keep practicing  Engaging with new filmmakers and preparing them for the industry  Watching the whole film and looking for the heart when selecting films for DWF  How all films not chosen receive “pass” letters that include positive comments The challenge of DWF's programming and how it's evolved over the years Links to Resources:  Dances with Films - https://danceswithfilms.com/ Find No Film School everywhere: On the Web https://nofilmschool.com/   Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/nofilmschool   Twitter  https://twitter.com/nofilmschool   YouTube  https://www.youtube.com/user/nofilmschool  Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nofilmschool   Get your questions answered on the podcast by emailing editor@nofilmschool.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join No Spoiler Reviews' Mark Esper as he interviews filmmaker Alejandro Montoya Marin (from Robert Rodriguez's - Rebel Without a Crew) whose dark comedy The Wrong Guy has been chosen for the Dances With Films festival. It's debut screening will take place on June 15th at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood, USA.No Spoiler Reviews - Instant reviews and interviews with the surprises left in.= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =LISTEN NOW on:SPOTIFY: https://spoti.fi/2r63NmKAPPLE PODCASTS: https://apple.co/339ZWmOAUDIBLE: https://adbl.co/35fEiDxAMAZON ALEXA / TuneIn: https://bit.ly/339jJ5PGOOGLE PODCASTS: https://bit.ly/36rFeARI HEART RADIO: https://ihr.fm/2N86MUhSTITCHER: https://bit.ly/2JCTnkXOVERCAST: https://bit.ly/3ajVZQpPOCKET CASTS: https://pca.st/vfe4m64wCASTRO: https://bit.ly/2FYtZUnCASTBOX: https://bit.ly/2G0oHruPODCHASER: https://bit.ly/38g6vGnNOSPOILERREVIEWS.COM: https://nospoilerreviews.com/podcast/+ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +SUBSCRIBE TO NEVER MISS A PODCAST+ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +Music credit: 'Time Off' by SpunticSupport the show by buying us a coffee at: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/nospoilreviewsSupport the show

This week I had an interesting conversation with R.S. Mellette, a scriptwriter and author with dyslexia. He was the script coordinator for Xena the Warrior Princess, Nutty Professor 2 and Blue Crush. Mellette has also worked and blogged for the film festival Dances With Films as well as the novelist collective, From The Write Angle, and he is on the board of the L.A. region of the Society of Children's Book Writers & Illustrators. In this episode, we are going to explore how R.S. Mellette came to know about dyslexia and how it helped him in being a screenwriter and, later on, being an author. He's just about to publish the first book of a series called Kiya and the Morian Treasure which actually takes him more than 20 years to publish. Links you might want to check: Kiya and the Morian Treasure: https://www.amazon.com/Kiya-Morian-Treasure-R-S-Mellette/dp/1940180260/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1652370994&sr=8-1 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rsmellette/ Twitter: @RSMellette Instagram: @rsmellette/ Website RSMellette.com Bulletmap Academy Page: https://bulletmapacademy.com BulletMap Academy Blogs: https://bulletmapacademy.com/blogs/ Enroll in BulletMap Academy: https://bulletmapacademy.com/sales-page/ Show notes: https://bulletmapacademy.com/122/ Interested in being a guest? Email us at info@bulletmapacademy.com

Our continued coverage of DANCES WITH FILMS has led me to some incredible short films. One in particular scratched my itch for old Hollywood. I was very excited to talk with Nate Barlow, the filmmaker behind A Brief History of Hollywood (Purchase tickets for September 7th screening HERE). We had a great conversation about the making of the film in this episode of the Salt Lake Dirt Podcast. Thanks for listening!