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If you win "Best Feature" at a film festival, but the festival doesn't give you a trophy, can you make your own trophy? Or is that too cringe? Spouses and filmmakers Kaye and Mariel disagree! Their film THE REBRAND (trailer here) won several film festival awards! But most of the festival organizations did not provide trophies, or any physical representation of the win for that matter. Kaye wants to design and 3-D print her own trophies to commemorate the occasion, and to serve as a reminder that "they like her They really like her!" But, while Mariel is proud of the work they have done and the awards they received, she's also trying to rely less on external validation. Who's right? Who's wrong?  If you want to check out the Obscure Cultural Reference, tap here! Thanks to reddit user u/dihydrogenmonoxidesoup for naming this week's case! To suggest a title for a future episode, keep an eye on the Maximum Fun subreddit at reddit.com/r/maximumfun! Thanks to Christian Duguay for letting us close the show with "Frisbee Golf (The Legend Of Tom Clutch)" by Cephalopods Are People! Make sure to check out the Valley Heat podcast if you haven't already. Start at episode 1 and enjoy the ride that is this hilarious show! SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST in APPLE PODCASTS or the RSS FEED ---Judge John Hodgman is member-supported! Become a member to unlock special bonus episodes and more. Memberships start at just $5 a month. Just tap here!

In this episode, Pierre Michiels interviews John Rangel. John Rangel is a motion picture and television professor at the College of DuPage as well as an independent filmmaker. In the interview, they discuss the film and video program, the wide range of career paths available in the industry, and the key skills needed for success, including networking, creativity, and hands-on experience. They also highlight the importance of getting involved on film sets, building a portfolio, and leveraging internships to break into the field. After listening to this episode, we hope you have a better understanding of careers in the film and video industry and how to get started. Full episode transcript can be found on the episode page. Below is a general timestamp summary.  00:00–03:00 | Introduction & Program Overview Pierre Michiels introduces the episode and guest John Rangel, a motion picture and television professor and independent filmmaker. They outline the purpose of exploring the film and video field and begin discussing the College of DuPage program, which provides a broad foundation in filmmaking through exposure to directing, writing, producing, and more.  03:00–08:00 | Career Paths & Industry Roles The conversation highlights the wide range of career opportunities within film and video, emphasizing how many specialized roles exist, as seen in film credits. Rangel explains that students can pursue paths in production, videography, or related industries, while Michiels stresses the importance of recognizing these diverse options.  08:00–12:00 | Key Skills for Success Rangel identifies essential skills, including collaboration, networking, and consistent content creation. He emphasizes that success depends not just on technical ability but also on engaging with others, building connections, and actively sharing work to gain visibility.  12:00–15:30 | Gaining Experience & Internships They discuss the value of hands-on experience through working on film sets, stepping outside comfort zones, and pursuing internships. Internships are framed as critical entry points, often leading directly to job opportunities through relationships and demonstrated skills.  15:30–18:30 | Program Preparation & Student Opportunities Rangel explains how the program prepares students through frequent project work, resume and demo reel development, and a film festival that simulates real industry experiences. These opportunities help students build portfolios and confidence.  18:30–End | Final Advice & Resources The episode concludes with advice to focus on storytelling over equipment, watch diverse films, and create complete, polished projects. Rangel shares how students can learn more about the program, and the episode wraps with key takeaways on entering the field.  Resources Discussed: College of DuPage Film & Video Program webpage Contact: rangell@cod.edu for program questions Listeners in the College of DuPage community can visit our website. All other listeners are encouraged to view the resources of their local community college, WIOA training programs, or other local support centers.Send us YOUR Listener Questions at careerpodcast@cod.edu Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn @codcareercenter

We're back! Joining us after our one week hiatus is returning champion, the one, the only... Griffin Newman! We have so much to talk about this week, including: raccoon dogs, Isao Takahata's hatred of modernity, the history of “serious” animation, Operation Goblin, Star Wars(?), Mr. Belvedere(??), Dave Matthews Band(????), and also How To “Ball Up” a Pipeline! Next week it's our first non-Miyazaki/Takahata Ghibli entry, WHISPER OF THE HEART (1995) directed by Yoshifumi Kondō. Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod References: Special Features Blu-Ray Booklet Studio Ghibli: The Complete Works 2nd Edition Studio Ghibli: An Industrial History by Rayna Denison Sharing a House with the Never-Ending Man by Steve Alpert TCM Pom Poko Production History Pom Poko Influences Hoppers Band Inspiration Toshio Suzuki Incorrectly Anticipates Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich. This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari. This episode was researched by Parth Marathe. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich. You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord. Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Elizabeth Stone is the Chief Product and Technology Officer (CPTO) at Netflix, where she oversees Engineering, Product, and Design. Since her first appearance on the podcast two years ago—which remained my second-most-popular episode for more than a year—she has expanded her role to lead product, in addition to engineering. Before Netflix, Elizabeth was VP of Science at Lyft, Chief Operating Officer at Nuna, an economist at Analysis Group, and a trader at Merrill Lynch.In our in-depth conversation, we discuss:1. Why “systems thinking” is now the most important skill she looks for2. How to manage the flood of AI-generated output without losing quality or signal3. How Netflix thinks about AI fluency as a universal expectation rather than a level-specific skill4. What “excellence as an operating system” means—Brought to you by:WorkOS—Make your app enterprise-ready, with SSO, SCIM, RBAC, and more: https://workos.com/lennyMercury—Radically different banking, now with Command: https://mercury.com/command?utm_source=lennys&utm_medium=sponsored_newsletter&utm_campaign=26q3_brand_campaign—Episode transcript: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/netflix-cpto-on-ai-and-the-future—Archive of all Lenny's Podcast transcripts: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/yxi4s2w998p1gvtpu4193/AMdNPR8AOw0lMklwtnC0TrQ?rlkey=j06x0nipoti519e0xgm23zsn9&st=ahz0fj11&dl=0—Where to find Elizabeth Stone:• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-stone-608a754—Where to find Lenny:• Newsletter: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com• X: https://twitter.com/lennysan• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lennyrachitsky/—In this episode, we cover:(00:00) Introduction(02:25) AI and role confusion: the storming phase before the forming phase(07:36) How roles have changed in the past two and a half years(11:55) Will functions survive? The case for craft specialism(13:26) What Netflix is hiring more of—and less of(17:22) Why systems thinking is the rising skill across every function(20:20) Is the design process dead?(22:08) Skills trending down(28:33) AI fluency and Netflix's career ladder overlay(31:00) AI use cases beyond coding(35:12) Netflix's AI history(38:36) Excellence as an operating system(41:11) The pillars of the excellence OS(46:41) The keeper's test—and why it's mostly a positive conversation(50:21) Attracting top talent in the age of frontier AI labs(52:54) Junior talent, craft mastery, and the mentorship question(56:25) Where engineering goes in 5 to 10 years(59:45) The future of entertainment: beyond film and TV(1:02:18) AI in Hollywood: Netflix's creator-enablement position(1:06:15) Lightning round and final thoughts—Referenced:• How Netflix builds a culture of excellence | Elizabeth Stone (CTO): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/how-netflix-builds-a-culture-of-excellence• Brian Chesky's new playbook: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/brian-cheskys-contrarian-approach• The design process is dead. Here's what's replacing it. | Jenny Wen (head of design at Claude): https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/the-design-process-is-dead• Claude Code: https://www.anthropic.com/product/claude-code• Claude Cowork: https://www.anthropic.com/product/claude-cowork• Netflix's “Keeper Test” and Why You Need It | Lorne Rubis: https://www.highlights.lornerubis.com/2015/08/the-netflix-keeper-test-and-the-courage-to-take-it• Innovation for Filmmaking, By Filmmakers: Why InterPositive Is Joining Netflix: https://about.netflix.com/en/news/why-interpositive-is-joining-netflix• InterPositive: https://weareinterpositive.com• Netflix Prize: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Netflix_Prize• Quarterback on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81482895• The Bill Simmons Podcast on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/82186214• Spencer Pratt on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spencerpratt• Salman Rushdie's Substack: https://salmanrushdie.substack.com• Remarkably Bright Creatures on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81911351• Eight Sleep: https://www.eightsleep.com• Tour de France: https://www.letour.fr/en—Recommended books:• Thinking in Systems: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Systems-Donella-H-Meadows/dp/1603580557• Into Thin Air: A Personal Account of the Mt. Everest Disaster: https://www.amazon.com/Into-Thin-Air-Personal-Disaster/dp/0385494785• Liar's Poker: https://www.amazon.com/Liars-Poker-Norton-Paperback-Michael/dp/039333869X—Production and marketing by https://penname.co/. For inquiries about sponsoring the podcast, email podcast@lennyrachitsky.com.—Lenny may be an investor in the companies discussed. To hear more, visit www.lennysnewsletter.com

Actress, filmmaker, singer-songwriter and activist Malynda Hale joins My Fame, Explained to discuss her incredible journey from growing up in Santa Barbara to starring alongside Loretta Devine and Oscar winner Amy Madigan in the new drama Bull Street.Malynda shares what drew her to the film, what she learned working with such an accomplished cast, and why stories centered around justice, legacy and family continue to resonate with audiences.The conversation also explores her transition from music into acting and directing, launching her production company JMV Entertainment, and creating projects like Curtain Call and Au Gratin. Beyond entertainment, Malynda opens up about motherhood, faith, social justice, the Black Voices Heard Project, hosting her podcast #WeNeedToTalk, and why she believes meaningful change always starts with honest conversations.Whether you know Malynda from her music, films, activism or commentary, this is an inspiring conversation about purpose, creativity and using your voice to make a difference.Malynda's childhood and early love of musicStarring in Bull StreetWorking with Loretta Devine and Amy MadiganTransitioning from music to acting and directingLaunching JMV EntertainmentCurtain Call and Au GratinFaith, activism and The New EvangelicalsThe Black Voices Heard ProjectMotherhood and balancing multiple careersAdvice for aspiring creativesFollow Malunda Hale on⁠ InstagramFollow Larry Gilbert on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow the My Fame, Explained podcast on:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube

Tim Burton's Batman and Batman Returns are explored here as two sides of the same dark, imaginative vision, tracing how Burton's signature style shaped Gotham, redefined Batman on screen, and pushed superhero filmmaking toward something stranger, moodier, and more cinematic. From the gothic production design and model work to the unforgettable scores, performances, and studio pressures behind both films, this episode examines how Burton balanced comic-book spectacle with a personal artistic voice, and why his version of Batman still stands out as one of the genre's most distinctive chapters.

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This week, Phil takes the crew on an unexpected tour through the strange and rapidly evolving world of TikTok, presenting a curated compilation of game-inspired videos that blur the boundaries between machinima, gameplay, performance and digital art. Rather than searching for polished cinematic productions, the discussion explores the platform's distinctive culture of short-form creative expression, where humour, experimentation and disposable entertainment coexist with moments of genuine artistic innovation.Ricky and Damien join Phil to examine the compilation, discussing everything from live-action recreations of video game scenarios and AI NPC comedy to intricate gameplay demonstrations that resemble elaborate Rube Goldberg machines. The conversation also considers the darker side of viral gaming content, questioning the prevalence of violence and spectacle while reflecting on what these trends reveal about online audiences and contemporary digital culture.Among the highlights are a striking retro-inspired animated artist known as Perfect Loop, whose nostalgic visual experiments stand out amid TikTok's constant stream of content, and discussions of creators such as Viva La Dirt League, whose game-inspired comedy continues to influence online gaming entertainment.The hosts debate whether TikTok represents a genuine new frontier for machinima and virtual production, or simply another algorithm-driven platform where discovering exceptional work requires patience and persistence. Along the way they reflect on changing audience habits, creator communities, and whether short-form video is expanding, or narrowing, the possibilities for creative storytelling.Watch Phil's featured TikTok compilation and join the discussion: have you discovered innovative machinima or virtual production creators on TikTok? Let us know in the comments.01:00 Welcome – Tracy is away01:31 Phil's TikTok machinima experiment03:15 Exploring TikTok's creative landscape05:15 Ricky reviews the compilation06:35 Humour, violence and TikTok culture07:42 The "divorce attorney" game tutorial09:33 Was the compilation representative?10:20 Gameplay, spectacle and creative skill11:17 Rube Goldberg gameplay and game physics12:06 Viva La Dirt League and game-inspired comedy12:50 TikTok creators in the real world14:00 AI NPC comedy and live-action performance14:47 Discovering creators through the algorithm16:05 Perfect Loop and artistic innovation on TikTok16:55 Is TikTok worth searching for machinima?17:10 Share your favourite TikTok creatorsCredits -Co-hosts: Ricky Grove, Phil Rice, Damien ValentineEditor/Producer: Phil RiceMusic: Phil Rice and Suno AI

In this ScreenFish 1on1 Interview, director and screenwriter Mark Jenkin discusses ROSE OF NEVADA, exploring the origins of the film and the mythology surrounding fishermen. He reflects on the parallels between filmmaking and fishing, examining the patience, uncertainty, and intuition required in both creative processes. Mark also shares insights into how these themes shaped the film's storytelling, atmosphere, and deeper reflections on tradition, storytelling, and the relationship between humans, nature, and the unknown.ROSE OF NEVADA is in theatres now.#film #movie #director #inteview #podcast #roseofnevada #timetravel #markjenkin #filmtok

I'm not a historian—I'm just a guy who loves movies—but I've got to say, this was an interesting ride. Before George Washington was the face on the dollar bill, he was a raw, unpolished surveyor-turned-commander taking an absolute ass-whipping from reality. What I really dig about this is the way it was made. Angel Studios is giving the big Hollywood machines a run for their money with this crowdfunded, indie approach, and honestly? That's the most punk rock thing I've seen in cinema in years.Is it perfect? No. There are some noticeable issues with the sound and the AI-generated battle scenes, which I definitely have some thoughts on. But it's never boring, and it gives you a gritty, human look at the pre-legend era of American history that you just don't see often. If you're looking for a patriotic flick that doesn't just rehash the same old textbook stories, this is worth the ticket price.

Writer/director and editor James Kondelik joins the Filmmaker Mixer Podcast to discuss building a career in genre filmmaking. We dive into low-budget horror strategy, directing action and suspense, theatrical indie releases, and what filmmakers can learn about pacing, tension, and audience engagement from genre cinema. Fans of horror and independent filmmaking will find plenty of practical insight in this episode

On this week's episode: A.I. "actress" Tilly Norwood to star in first feature film, horror "Air Bud" parody filming in Massachusetts, movie reviews of "Undertone" "Toy Story 5" and "Moana," "Boston Fan Expo celebrity guest list, Emmy nominations, and more! The Hub on Hollywood, hosted by Jamie and James, delves into the thriving film industry in New England. The podcast explores the production of various projects, including commercials, television shows, and full-length feature films. The podcast offers insight into New England’s growing film industry, as well as entertainment news and reviews. Subscribers can access the podcast on the iHeartRadio app and follow the hosts on Instagram and TikTok for updates.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why do stories have the power to change minds, preserve history, and help us better understand the world?On this episode of This Week in America, Ric Bratton welcomes acclaimed writer and documentary filmmaker Stephen Most, author of Stories Make the World. With writing credits on four Academy Award-nominated documentaries and five Emmy-winning films, Stephen shares what decades of nonfiction storytelling have taught him about truth, creativity, and the responsibility of telling real stories.In Stories Make the World, Stephen explores how documentary filmmakers discover meaningful stories, represent reality honestly, and transform raw information into narratives that educate, inspire, and endure. Blending personal experiences with behind-the-scenes insights from award-winning productions, the book offers an engaging look at the craft of storytelling and why it remains one of humanity's most powerful tools.In this episode, you'll discover:  Why stories help us understand ourselves and the world around us   The challenges of portraying real people and real events with honesty   How documentary filmmakers balance facts with compelling storytelling   What today's media landscape teaches us about truth and authenticity   Lessons from Stephen's work on Academy Award-nominated and Emmy-winning documentaries  Whether you're a filmmaker, writer, student, educator, or someone fascinated by the power of great storytelling, this conversation offers valuable insights into the art of documentary filmmaking and the timeless importance of telling true stories.This Week in America with Ric Bratton is one of America's premier syndicated radio shows and podcasts, featuring engaging conversations with bestselling authors, thought leaders, and experts on health, business, personal growth, history, technology, and current events. Heard on more than 100 radio stations and podcast platforms worldwide, each episode delivers insightful interviews that inform, inspire, and entertain.If you're interested in documentary filmmaking, nonfiction storytelling, screenwriting, journalism, media ethics, history, creative writing, or the power of stories to shape our understanding of the world, don't miss this fascinating conversation with award-winning filmmaker and author Stephen Most. Discover why stories continue to connect people across generations—and why truthful storytelling matters now more than ever.Keywords:  Stephen Most, Stories Make the World, documentary filmmaking, documentary films, documentary storytelling, nonfiction storytelling, storytelling, screenwriting, documentary screenwriting, filmmaking, documentary writer, documentary producer, documentary history, creative nonfiction, narrative storytelling, visual storytelling, media studies, journalism, truth in storytelling, media ethics, documentary production, Academy Award nominated documentaries, Emmy winning documentaries, documentary interviews, filmmaking podcast, writing documentaries, storytelling techniques, documentary education, creative writing, nonfiction writing, history documentaries, PBS documentaries, film production, filmmaker interview, This Week in America, Ric Bratton 

Why do stories have the power to change minds, preserve history, and help us better understand the world?On this episode of This Week in America, Ric Bratton welcomes acclaimed writer and documentary filmmaker Stephen Most, author of Stories Make the World. With writing credits on four Academy Award-nominated documentaries and five Emmy-winning films, Stephen shares what decades of nonfiction storytelling have taught him about truth, creativity, and the responsibility of telling real stories.In Stories Make the World, Stephen explores how documentary filmmakers discover meaningful stories, represent reality honestly, and transform raw information into narratives that educate, inspire, and endure. Blending personal experiences with behind-the-scenes insights from award-winning productions, the book offers an engaging look at the craft of storytelling and why it remains one of humanity's most powerful tools.In this episode, you'll discover:  Why stories help us understand ourselves and the world around us   The challenges of portraying real people and real events with honesty   How documentary filmmakers balance facts with compelling storytelling   What today's media landscape teaches us about truth and authenticity   Lessons from Stephen's work on Academy Award-nominated and Emmy-winning documentaries  Whether you're a filmmaker, writer, student, educator, or someone fascinated by the power of great storytelling, this conversation offers valuable insights into the art of documentary filmmaking and the timeless importance of telling true stories.This Week in America with Ric Bratton is one of America's premier syndicated radio shows and podcasts, featuring engaging conversations with bestselling authors, thought leaders, and experts on health, business, personal growth, history, technology, and current events. Heard on more than 100 radio stations and podcast platforms worldwide, each episode delivers insightful interviews that inform, inspire, and entertain.If you're interested in documentary filmmaking, nonfiction storytelling, screenwriting, journalism, media ethics, history, creative writing, or the power of stories to shape our understanding of the world, don't miss this fascinating conversation with award-winning filmmaker and author Stephen Most. Discover why stories continue to connect people across generations—and why truthful storytelling matters now more than ever.Keywords:  Stephen Most, Stories Make the World, documentary filmmaking, documentary films, documentary storytelling, nonfiction storytelling, storytelling, screenwriting, documentary screenwriting, filmmaking, documentary writer, documentary producer, documentary history, creative nonfiction, narrative storytelling, visual storytelling, media studies, journalism, truth in storytelling, media ethics, documentary production, Academy Award nominated documentaries, Emmy winning documentaries, documentary interviews, filmmaking podcast, writing documentaries, storytelling techniques, documentary education, creative writing, nonfiction writing, history documentaries, PBS documentaries, film production, filmmaker interview, This Week in America, Ric Bratton 

The producers of "God and America's 250th" and the "Newsfront" series on Newsmax, Jack & Mandy Smith join usFollow Jack: @JackTSmith1Follow Mandy: @MandyDelRio

This episode explores how independent horror filmmaking is reshaping the future of machinima and virtual production. Ricky reflects on his experience at StokerCon, discussing the remarkable quality and originality of contemporary short horror films, the growing influence of YouTube creators such as the makers of Backrooms and Obsession, and why horror remains one of the most effective genres for expressing contemporary anxieties. The panel considers what these developments mean for machinima creators as Hollywood increasingly looks to online filmmakers for fresh ideas and talent.The featured film is Anthem (2001) by Julien Vanhoenacker, an early real-time animated short created using the Phoenix3D engine. Rather than relying on graphic violence, Anthem presents a haunting, poetic meditation on suffering, memory and loss through the story of a mysterious humanoid subjected to mechanised torture. Phil, Ricky and Damien examine the film's handcrafted production, its visual and sonic influences, including echoes of Nine Inch Nails and industrial horror aesthetics, and discuss how suggestion, mood and restraint often create more powerful horror than explicit gore. The conversation also highlights the extraordinary technical achievement of producing such an ambitious work with the limited tools available at the time, making Anthem an overlooked but significant landmark in early independent machinima.01:30 StokerCon & Why Horror Is Thriving04:45 Can YouTube Creators Replace Hollywood?06:18 Backrooms Review09:09 Obsession & Low-Budget Horror Success12:35 Film Pick: Anthem (2001)15:10 A Poetic Vision of Horror16:27 How Was Anthem Made in 2001?19:10 Nine Inch Nails & Industrial Horror Influences22:30 Why Suggestion Beats Gore26:06 Does the Low Quality Make It Scarier?27:22 What Makes Great Horror?29:30 Final Verdict on AnthemCredits - Co-hosts: Ricky Grove, Phil Rice, Damien ValentineEditor/Producer: Phil RiceMusic: Phil Rice and Suno AI

Elif Koyutürk is a filmmaker, photographer, and all-around artist originally from Istanbul, now based in Bend, Oregon. Elif works across many mediums—photography, poetry, film, and more—but the throughline in everything she does is a drive to make people feel a story, not just read the facts of it. She brings a rare kind of power and passion to her work, and it's clear that her connection to land and place isn't just a subject for her, it's personal. Like so many fascinating people I talk to on this podcast, her path wasn't a straight line. She grew up between the massive city of Istanbul and her family's farm, raised by journalist parents and a house full of grandmothers steeped in Anatolian tradition. She taught herself photography using a camera with a moldy, secondhand 23-euro lens and won international awards with it before she ever touched professional, high-dollar gear. From there she talked her way onto a Red Bull film crew in a hotel lobby, worked in Austria, and eventually landed in Los Angeles with one suitcase and no contacts, on an "Extraordinary Ability" visa. In this conversation, we get into all of it—her childhood in Istanbul, her creative process and her synesthesia, and how she built a career from nothing through sheer resourcefulness and energy. We also spend a lot of time on her new film, Guardians of Anatolia, which premiered at Telluride Mountainfilm and follows a female-led nomadic tribe in Turkey's Taurus Mountains as they fight to hold onto a 9,000-year-old matriarchal way of life against modern water and land pressures. I hope you enjoy this one, as it hits on so many of the topics I enjoy– art, conservation, agriculture, creativity, and hard work– but with an international perspective that is now rooted here in the West. --- Elif Koyutürk Guardians of Anatolia Elif on Instagram Episode notes and links: https://mountainandprairie.com/elif-koyuturk --- THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: Mountain & Prairie is listener supported via Patreon, and brought to you with support from the Freeflow Institute, The Nature Conservancy in Colorado, and the Well Done Foundation for their generous sponsorship. --- TOPICS DISCUSSED: 0:00 - Introducing Elif Koyutürk 2:49 - Early Elif 7:36 - Artistic inclinations  11:33 - To the U.S.  18:34 - Off the plane in L.A. 22:20 - Making money 24:57 - Connections to friendships 28:50 - Being raw and clumsy 30:49 - Guardians of Anatolia origin story 37:49 - A vanishing way of life 40:23 - Emerging filmmaker  43:40 - Path forward for the film 45:54 - What's next 51:39 - Old Salt takeaways 57:15 - Plot twist: jiu jitsu! 1:02:52 - Rivers in Bend, OR 1:05:35 - Book recs 1:08:16 - Wrapping up --- ABOUT MOUNTAIN & PRAIRIE: Mountain & Prairie - All Episodes Mountain & Prairie Shop Mountain & Prairie on Instagram Upcoming Events About Ed Roberson Leave a Review on Apple Podcasts

Farewell to freedom in the Adriatic and days of wild abandon! We're soaring back over the sea this week to hang out with our close personal friend, Porco Rosso! This is… the best movie ever made, right? Topics discussed this week: whether or not Han Solo is just Porco in space, Italian antifascism, French antifascism, fascism in general, Looney Tunes, and of course, cool planes. Next week it's all about raccoons as we go long on Isao Takahata's POM POKO (1994)! Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod References: Special Features Interview with Toshio Suzuki Behind the Microphone The Art of Porco Rosso Hayao Miyazaki: Master of Japanese Animation by Helen McCarthy Starting Point by Hayao Miyazaki Studio Ghibli: An Industrial History by Rayna Denison Sharing a House with the Never-Ending Man by Steve Alpert The Works of Hayao Miyazaki: The Japanese Animation Master by Gael Berton Miyazakiworld by Susan Napier Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich. This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari. This episode was researched by Parth Marathe. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich. You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord. Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today on Too Opinionated, we're joined by award-winning producer Jeffrey Tinnell, a West Virginia filmmaker with over 30 years of experience in film, television, commercials, and music videos. Alongside his brother Robert Tinnell, Jeffrey co-founded Allegheny Image Factory, a West Virginia-based production company helping bring Appalachian stories, local talent, and regional filmmaking to a wider audience. Jeffrey's credits include:

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Marjha Lynn shares her journey into acting, her passion for movies, and insights into her favorite films like 'Whiplash' and 'Jurassic Park.' We explore the realities of acting, filmmaking, and the impact of intense mentorship in the industry. In this episode, we delve into the nuances of film analysis, color symbolism, character development, and the ethical dilemmas faced by directors and actors. Our guests share insights on movie storytelling, character arcs, and the impact of visual elements on audience perception.

Two great personal documentarians grace the podcast: Ross McElwee (“Sherman’s March”) and Michel Negroponte (“I’m Dangerous With Love”). Long friends and colleagues, Ross and Michel come on to primarily discuss the sensitive subject matter behind Ross’ latest film, “Remake” The film begins a theatrical engagement at Film Forum in NYC on 7/10/2026. They are currently screening a 40th anniversary 4K restored print of his seminal “Sherman’s March”. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U5Vph7D_TxY The death of his son causes McElwee, an autobiographical filmmaker, to look back on his life's work. He eventually turns to his archive of home movies — an afternoon trapping crayfish with his son Adrian, age 4; helping with homework, age 11; discussing career plans with his son, age 24. To what extent did his camera affect their relationship when Adrian was alive? To what extent does it define that relationship now that he is gone? Meanwhile, an effort to adapt McElwee's first feature, “Sherman's March”, into a work of fiction lurches along, giving the filmmaker another perspective from which to meditate on movie making and mortality. Ross McElwee is a documentary filmmaker from Charlotte, North Carolina currently living in Cambridge, Massachusetts. McElwee has made ten feature-length films. “Sherman's March” won Best Documentary at the Sundance Film Festival and was chosen for preservation by the U.S Library of Congress National Film Registry in 2000 as a “historically significant American motion picture.” Bright Leaves premiered at the 2003 Cannes Film Festival's Directors' Fortnight. McElwee’s In Paraguay premiered at the Venice Film Festival in 2008, and he returned to Venice in 2011 to premiere Photographic Memory. McElwee has received fellowships from the Guggenheim Foundation, the Rockefeller Foundation, and the American Film Institute. He has twice been awarded fellowships in filmmaking by the National Endowment for the Arts and production grants from the LEF foundation. McElwee received the Full Frame Documentary Film Festival's Career Award in 2007 and the Pennebaker Award for his career in 2023. In 2024, the French Ministry of Culture awarded McElwee the rank of Chevalier des Artes et des Lettres. McElwee was Professor of the Practice of Filmmaking in the Department of Art, Film and Visual Studies at Harvard beginning in 2003 until his retirement in 2024. He is now a Research Professor, Emeritus in the AFVS Department. About Michel Negroponte Michel Negroponte is an award winning filmmaker who has been making feature length documentaries for more than 30 years. He was born and raised in New York City, and studied filmmaking with Richard Leacock and Ed Pincus at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in the 1970s. In addition to making his own films, he has freelanced on countless films for HBO, PBS, the BBC, and Channel Four. He has also worked with independent filmmakers like Ross McElwee, Doug Block, Lisa Crafts, D.A. Pennebaker, Chris Hegedus, Christine Choy, Dick Rogers, John Marshall and Al Maysles. His films include SPACE COAST (1979), RESIDENT EXILE (1981), SILVER VALLEY (1984), JUPITER’S WIFE (1994), NO ACCIDENT (1996), W.I.S.O.R. (2000), METHADONIA (2005) and I’M DANGEROUS WITH LOVE (2009). JUPITER’S WIFE, a portrait of a beguiling homeless woman named Maggie, won a Special Jury Prize at the Sundance Film Festival and the prize for Best Feature Documentary at the Vancouver and the Santa Barbara Film Festivals. The film was also awarded an Emmy for Outstanding Individual Achievement in Documentary. Originally shot on small format video, it premiered on HBO/Cinemax before getting a nationwide 35mm theatrical release. Edward Guthmann of the San Francisco Chronicle called it one of the ten best films of the year. John Koch of the Boston Globe wrote, “Negroponte has a painter’s eye and a novelist’s reach; and if there is anything more engaging and satisfying than “Jupiter’s Wife” on television or at the movies these days, by all means tell me about it.” Negroponte’s films have been broadcast in the United States on PBS, HBO, and the Sundance Channel as well as in England, France, Germany, Spain, and Japan. His work has been shown at the Sundance Film Festival, The New York Film Festival, and the Museum of Modern Art in New York City and in festivals in Berlin, Rotterdam, Vancouver, and Japan. Negroponte has also taught in the graduate and undergraduate film programs at New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts and Temple University. Recently, he helped create a new graduate program in documentary filmmaking at the School of Visual Arts in New York City, which opened in September, 2009. He is part of the faculty there as well.

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In this episode of And Now For Something Completely Machinima, Tracy Harwood, Phil Rice and Damien Valentine examine Stolen, a 30-minute GTA V machinima by Dark Frame Films (Kevin Fernandez, aka Shepherd41). Set in a near-future world where consciousness can be transferred between bodies through the mysterious "Rebirth Project," the film follows former soldier John Bell on a relentless quest to recover his daughter's stolen body and restore her consciousness.The discussion explores the film's ambitious blend of cyberpunk worldbuilding, transhumanist philosophy, revenge-thriller storytelling and cinematic action choreography. The hosts consider how themes of identity, bodily ownership, digital consciousness and technological immortality resonate with contemporary debates around AI, neural interfaces and human enhancement.Along the way, they compare Stolen to films such as John Wick, Taken, Man on Fire and Payback, while also discussing the strengths and limitations of GTA V as a filmmaking platform compared with Cyberpunk 2077. The conversation highlights the film's impressive cinematography, custom modifications, visual storytelling and sound design, while also critiquing pacing, editing choices and the use of AI-generated voice performances.Despite differing opinions on its length and execution, the panel agrees that Stolen presents compelling ideas and demonstrates the creative potential of machinima for exploring complex science-fiction concepts through virtual production. 00:00 – Introduction Phil introduces the episode and the panel.  Tracy presents this week's featured film: Stolen by Dark Frame Films. 01:40 – The Premise of Stolen The Rebirth Project, body donors and transferable consciousness.  Why the film's central idea immediately captured Tracy's attention. 04:00 – Cyberpunk Themes and Transhumanism Digital identity, body ownership and consciousness transfer.  Connections to contemporary debates around AI and neural technologies. 08:10 – Revenge Story or Philosophical Sci-Fi? Comparisons with John Wick and other revenge narratives.  Questions of identity, selfhood and what makes a person "themselves." 11:30 – Ambition vs Execution Discussion of editing, pacing and the challenges of showcasing custom GTA V mods while telling a story. 12:50 – Damien's Perspective Why the film could have worked within Cyberpunk 2077.  The importance of GTA V's cinematic tools and Rockstar Editor. 15:40 – Silent Protagonists and Visual Storytelling Why John Bell's lack of dialogue largely succeeds.  Storytelling through action and environmental context. 18:45 – AI-Generated Voice Acting Damien discovers the voices were AI-generated.  Debate about performance quality versus accessibility. 19:15 – GTA V as a Filmmaking Platform Rockstar Editor, recamming and cinematic camera control.  Why GTA V remains one of the strongest machinima production environments. 23:30 – Influences and Inspirations Comparisons to Taken, Man on Fire, John Wick, Steven Seagal films and Payback.  The enduring appeal of revenge-and-recovery narratives. 24:50 – Story Structure Critique Whether the film waits too long to reveal the protagonist's motivation.  The importance of establishing emotional stakes earlier. 30:00 – Sound Design Analysis Praise for combat sound effects and musical score.  Discussion of ambience, spatial audio, reverb and sound placement. 33:40 – Script, Narrative Twist and Midpoint Reveal Why the central revelation changes audience assumptions.  The strengths of the film's writing and worldbuilding. 36:00 – Why the AI Voices Don't Quite Work The impact of synthetic performances on an otherwise strong script.  The missed opportunity to use human voice actors. 39:00 – The Third Act and Ending Questions of forgiveness, guilt and personal responsibility.  A powerful idea that may not be fully resolved by the conclusion. 43:30 – Memorable Moments The hosts discuss the film's most spectacular action sequences.  Phil awards a tongue-in-cheek "Machinima First" for an especially gruesome helicopter-blade death. 44:10 – Final Verdicts Overall impressions and hopes to see more work from Dark Frame Films.  Closing thoughts and audience invitation to share their views.Credits -Co-hosts: Phil Rice, Tracy Harwood, Damien ValentineProducer/Editor: Phil RiceMusic: Phil Rice & SunoAI

I can't remember the last time I had a faster two hours than during this conversation. We had a long (mental) list of things to talk about and after asking a couple of questions I looked down and discovered we'd run out of time. We mostly talked about Eric's time as a Yosemite climbing ranger and his film-making and I still can't quite believe we didn't get to anything else!If you like the podcast and would like to help us keep it going, please consider joining our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=70353823Support the show

Artificial intelligence is making it easier than ever to create videos, images, and marketing content. But does faster content creation actually lead to better storytelling?In this episode of Uncomplicate It, Sacha Awwa sits down with the team behind YBA—CEO & Creative Director Jay, CTO Sean, and Strategic Partnerships Lead Matthew—to discuss how AI is transforming creative production without replacing human creativity.They explain why AI should be viewed as a powerful creative partner rather than a replacement for filmmakers, marketers, designers, and storytellers. From cinematic AI video production to scalable content workflows, this conversation explores what businesses need to understand before adopting AI into their marketing strategy.Whether you're a marketer, entrepreneur, content creator, filmmaker, agency owner, or business leader, this episode provides practical insights into how AI is changing content production while making human creativity even more valuable. In This Episode:✅ Why AI won't replace great storytelling ✅ Human creativity vs. artificial intelligence ✅ The biggest myths about AI content creation ✅ How brands can produce cinematic videos faster ✅ Why AI still needs creative direction and human judgment ✅ The future of filmmaking and video production ✅ How AI is changing marketing and brand storytelling ✅ Building scalable content workflows with AI ✅ Why storytelling is becoming more important—not less ✅ What businesses need to know before investing in AIAs AI continues to reshape marketing and creative work, the companies that succeed won't simply use better tools—they'll combine technology with compelling stories, strategic thinking, and authentic human creativity.If you're exploring AI for marketing, content creation, filmmaking, or business growth, this conversation offers valuable insights into where the industry is headed and how to stay ahead.#AI #ArtificialIntelligence #ContentCreation #Storytelling #AIMarketing #Filmmaking #VideoProduction #CreativeAI #DigitalMarketing #BrandStorytelling #MarketingStrategy #GenerativeAI #FutureOfWork #BusinessGrowth #ContentMarketing #Entrepreneurship #InnovationFollow Us:

We're entering a new society, is what I said, and then laughed at hearing myself say something so extreme, but…It's what I truly believe!Dominant narratives are losing their zing, filmmakers (and audiences!!) are more discerning than ever about Hollywood's ultimate goals, and something new and non-dependent is rising like a perfectly baked soufflé. For the cost of an oatmilk matcha (pre-tip), you can unlock the vault of Town Hall workshops designed ~specifically~ to help non-dependent artists build audiences.It was an absolute pleasure to get into non-dependence, grief, the creative process, and well.. all of it with Laverne McKinnon, an executive producer, grief coach, and career strategist on her Substack Live a few weeks ago.Below you'll find the timestamps and 5 actions filmmakers can take right now to build their careers in the brand new world we're creating every single day.Timestamps & Topics* 00:03:42 — The “coziness” of Birdman and how it helped me learn screenwriting* 00:08:14 — The influences of seeing space shuttle launches in Florida as a kid* 00:10:10 — Learning that artistic freedom wasn't on my industry career path* 00:11:11 — Accepting reality: no one's looking for breastfeeding mom directors!* 00:15:30 — Career coherence and a resistance to having a “marketable” identity* 00:20:02 — The ambition it takes to chart a difference course* 00:22:53 — Instability brought on by mergers, strikes, and AI* 00:23:44 — Forging genuine relationships between filmmakers and audiences* 00:24:39 — The NonDē infrastructural builds we're currently working on* 00:27:35 — Why my negative self-talk is none of my business* 00:30:34 — The importance of collecting data for filmmakers* 00:32:07 — Collaboration over competition as a necessary strategy for audience-building* 00:32:30 — The current initiatives being run by the Non-Dependent Film Movement on and off FilmStack* 00:37:08 — How to generate momentum when it's lost* 00:41:22 — What folks get very wrong about non-dependence* 00:45:55 — Defining career grief and the language and support to process it* 00:47:41 — My personal story of not working for 3 years* 00:50:43 — Learning to “take the L” as a major life strategy* 00:55:02 — How severed attachments impact the brain's cognition* 00:57:18 — How being with my dad in his final days impacted my work* 01:00:13 — How holding all parts of life, including death and loss, can create meaning and even sometimes fulfillment5 Actions for Filmmakers to Take Right Now * Execute on one thing today. Execution is momentum. Waiting for “20/20 vision” or a perfect plan is a thinking trap because as much as I would la-hove to think my way out of every situation, situations usually require action before you can figure them out. But action doesn't have to be a grand gesture. You can catch a momentous wave by simply sending an email, following up with someone when a ball has been dropped or phoning in a favor. There's always something to do, and it doesn't have to be a big thing for it to have big impact.* Collect whatever data you have access to right now and write it down. We all know we're supposed to be collecting our data, but what does that mean?It could mean:* Your subscriber count* Your subscriber open rate* Your last film's overall seat count* Your conversion rate (for email or ticket sales or podcast eps, or…)* Your ACV (Average Customer Value), meaning, how much does each customer/audience member typically spend with you?* Funding raised across all projectsCollecting this kind of data puts you in the driver's seat whether you're going fully non-dependent or not. Because if you decide you want a traditional distribution deal down the line, when you collect your data now, having that data will give you better leverage when striking that deal.* Strike up a radical collaboration with another filmmaker. For non-dependent filmmakers, when you focus on competing rather than collaborating, you're kneecapping your ability to grow your audience. You aren't in a competitive business, you're in a collaborative one. Audiences do not get sick of movies. If they like your filmmaker friend's film, that is actually GOOD NEWS FOR YOU. It means they're more likely to watch yours. So whatever you can do today to radically collaborate with someone will only benefit you. It could be as simple as a joint Substack post or as complicated as a multi-city collaborative theatrical tour. Collaboration allows artists to collapse timelines, learn from each other's mistakes faster, and offset the risk from going it alone.* Participate in an infrastructural build. Because the traditional Hollywood system has become an unstable place to chart a career, it's incumbent on us to build the infrastructure we need. But we can't build the house without the scaffolding. We need small bits of infrastructure to build the bigger, better system as a whole. Small builds could be: rounding up all of the screening venues in your neighborhood or city and sharing them with NonDē Alternative Venue List, or suggesting an initiative within the NonDē 50 Films Project, or writing a Substack post on your post-production workflow. Small infrastructure is still infrastructure, and we need it to build the entire ecosystem.* Develop your career-grief literacy. The disappointment you feel in the industry (or in the speed at which you're able to build outside of it) creates legitimate physiological events in your body that impact cognition and physical health. Take the time to grieve it. Mourn the things you thought were for you. Mourn the direction you thought you were pointed in. Integrate that loss into your identity, you don't have to always just rise above. Sometimes you can wade directly through, and that's a faster salve. Remember: maintaining your emotional resilience is required to continue making art. Take good care of yourself, always.Psst. If you've made it this far in the post, then you deserve the insider secrets! You can grab a 7-day free trial to test drive past LGA Town Halls to see if they're valuable, before you commit. :)Feeling NonDē curious? Quick Ways to Get Started in the NonDē Film Movement ahead »* Subscribe to FilmStack Daily Digest and start getting your analysis and breakdown from thinkers on this platform with independent voices.* Try non-dependence one of these 64 ways.* Read about the New Film Criticism and subscribe to a swath of amazing film critics who don't just introduce us to new work, but also help us think and write about films in an altogether fresh, original, personal way. Check out Film Soup Zine run by KLA Media Group and C. C. Simmons who will be reviewing specifically-NonDē films.* Join the NonDē 50 Films Project by signing up here and checking out the dashboard here.* Start talking about it. Let's bring these ideas into the conversation. At first people will say we can't do it. That's fine, let's talk about it. Let's bring these big ideas into the rooms with us.* Discuss with your team. Be the leader on your production team and bring non-FilmStack filmmakers into the fold. Share resources and posts with them about how to do things differently.* Share about the NonDē Film Movement far and wide. A better world is inevitable if we make it so.Read the entire NonDē series:* It's not too late to say you were there when it started* You're invited to the table* If you say it, they will come* Went to Slamdance, and all I got was renewed faith in the future of film* The (not so) hidden agenda of non-dependent film (part 1 of 3)* The love of the game is a power move (part 2 of 3)* Who gets to speak about the future of film? (part 3 of 3) This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit letsgoagain.substack.com/subscribe

Join me as I talk with Jack Fisher, an award-winning expedition film-maker, who has worked on a wide range of projects including tracking snow leopards in Mongolia. We discuss his journey into travel and story telling and his upcoming project to cross the Darian Gap.Find out more at: www.jackrfisher.com

Send us Fan MailSummaryIn this episode, filmmaker Terry Lukemire shares his journey from baseball fan to documentary creator, highlighting his films about Cincinnati icons and his insights into the personalities that resonate with Cincinnati fans.Key TopicsTerry Lukemire's transition from baseball fan to filmmakerHighlights of his Cincinnati sports documentariesInsights into filming Cincinnati sports legendsThe traits that make Cincinnati sports figures belovedMemorable moments in Cincinnati sports historyKey FrameworksAuthenticity in sports personalitiesThe importance of character in storytellingChapters00:00Introduction to Terry Lukemire01:07Terry's Baseball Fandom and Early Memories03:13Highlights of Terry's Baseball Career04:57Transition to Film and Broadcasting07:44Documentary Insights: Pete Rose, Marty Brennaman, and Bob Huggins11:24The Authenticity of Cincinnati Icons13:15The Journey of Filmmaking and Celebrity Narration15:55Reds Fan Perspectives and Rivalries18:40Dinner Party with Reds Legends21:16Modern Day Reds and Player Aspirations22:24Ballpark Favorites and Nostalgia23:10Memorable Reds Moments25:00Clutch Players and Game-Changing Hits26:48Baseball Movies and Personal Favorites28:39Walk-Up Songs and Uniforms30:28Best Hair and Memorable Experiences32:19Hall of Fame Discussions and Controversies34:10Brawls and Team Dynamics36:03Speed and Base Running Legends Jack thanks the listeners

In this episode of Atlanta Business Radio, Lee Kantor interviews Alahna Lark, founder and producer of Lark Media. Alahna shares her journey from freelance videographer to leading an award-winning production company focused on socially conscious storytelling. She discusses the power of collaboration, the importance of building the right team, and how documentary filmmaking can preserve […]

Geordie Lillis joins Knuckles on the Proper True Yarn Podcast to share the incredible story of how a kid growing up on a farm near Dalby turned a love of making videos into an international career. From filming mates on dirt bikes with a GoPro to working on Hollywood productions, creating content for brands like Red Bull, Harley-Davidson, Ford and Mack Trucks, Geordie explains why consistency beats talent, why authentic storytelling matters, and how rural Australia shaped everything he creates today. The episode also covers the journey behind Creators of Awesome, the importance of telling real stories, supporting the Get Yourself Checked charity gala, and why genuine human stories will always matter—even in the age of AI. If you've ever wanted to build a creative career, start a business, or simply hear a cracking story about chasing your passion, this episode is for you.#propertrueyarn

This week we welcome writer/director/actor and comedy mastermind David Wain on the show to talk about his latest feature Gail Daughtry and the Celebrity Sex Pass which he wrote with the equally great Ken Marino. David talks about how they got the movie made, his process and why even after making so many movies, shows, even doing a character on Bob's Burgers, he still feels like he has so much more room to grow as an artist. After that we play another round of the GAME, enjoy! Don't forget to support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/mmihpodcast Leave us a Review on Apple Podcasts! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/making-movies-is-hard-the-struggles-of-indie-filmmaking/id1006416952 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Get ready to reconnect with your 10-year-old self. Because we're about to face some of the most embarrassing (and transcendent) childhood memories in movie history! Topics discussed this week: dividing fractions, the questionable taste of unripe pineapples, Takahata and Miyakazi's legendary beef, uncanny animated facial muscles, the weather, and whether or not ALADDIN still holds up. Next week we take to the skies with PORCO ROSSO (1992). Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod References: Special Features The Making of Only Yesterday Princess Mononoke: The Art and Making of Japan's Most Popular Film of All Time Starting Point by Hayao Miyazaki Sharing a House with the Never-Ending Man by Steve Alpert Credits: Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich. This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari. This episode was researched by Parth Marathe. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich. You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord. Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Google's DeepMind division is putting about 75 million dollars into indie studio A24, the company behind recent hits like “Backrooms” and “Marty Supreme,” in what both sides describe as an AI research partnership to build new tools for film production and distribution, not a traditional content or IP deal.

Ariana Victor is an investigative filmmaker whose first decade in this work has been one long act of refusal — at twenty, inside a treatment program for eating disorders, when a therapist took notes on her late-night creative sparks and reached for a bipolar diagnosis, she walked out and started asking harder questions. That refusal became a method: Carey Gillam's Whitewash, the Bayer-Monsanto courtrooms, five years inside geoengineering territory, and Just Look Up, a documentary that just won Best Feature Documentary at the Santa Monica International Film Festival. The conversation lives in the territory underneath the film. Ariana names the activist's trap directly — how unrelenting attention on the shadow can poison the nervous system of the people most committed to waking others up — and offers the mantra that kept her in the fight without destroying her: play is protection. We talk about the nocebo as placebo's evil twin, nervous system regulation as the actual dividing line between healthy advocacy and ideological self-destruction, the ego path versus the soul path, and why she eventually laid down the sword and let the softness return. Underneath all of it is the simple truth she keeps coming back to: truth feels good. It doesn't feel heavy.(00:00) Cold Open(00:36) Opening Conversation(03:06) Show Start (Health Awakening & Medical Doubts)(06:53) From Medicine to Filmmaking(08:38) Monsanto Roundup Trials Story(10:55) Corporate Capture Explained(20:08) Why the World Feels Inverted(24:57) Nocebo and Truther Burnout(31:36) “Playfulness is protection…”(42:02) “Just Look Up” Documentary(47:33) Meeting Filmmaker w/ Same Birth Chart(51:00) Geoengineering Explained (Contrails)(59:26) Whistleblowers & Fuel / Cloud Seeding & Fires(01:08:51) Intuition Over Certainty(01:13:24) Film Reception and Release(01:19:37) Next Film on CleansingGUEST LINKSWebsite: https://justlookupfilm.com/Instagram: @arianavictorfilm — https://www.instagram.com/arianavictorfilm/CONNECT WITH USStart the Free 7-Day Self-Esteem Reset → https://selfesteemreset.com/Watch Our Episodes → https://hereforthetruth.com/episodes/Join our free Telegram community → https://t.me/areyouhereforthetruthJoin our membership Friends of the Truth → https://hereforthetruth.com/fott/

On this week's episode: Stowe Labs mentor Melody Cooper stops by The Hub on Hollywood to talk about helping emerging filmmakers, screenwriters and creative producers develop their craft. Also, which movies that should be made into video games, Mel Brooks celebrates 100th birthday, summer movie deals, and more! Melody Cooper links: Website http://www.melodyMcooper.com YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@melodycooper000 The Hub on Hollywood, hosted by Jamie and James, delves into the thriving film industry in New England. The podcast explores the production of various projects, including commercials, television shows, and full-length feature films. The podcast offers insight into New England’s growing film industry, as well as entertainment news and reviews. Subscribers can access the podcast on the iHeartRadio app and follow the hosts on Instagram and TikTok for updates.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We welcome the return of the great Dr Andrew Wakefield to the KKP. He recently wrote his first novel which is launching right now! We discuss his book, documentaries he's made like Vaxxed and Protocol 7, as much more.  Book Website-  www.TheBequest.Co Follow his IG @andrewjwakefield    Get the best microdosing products on the planet from www.BrainSupreme.co/kkp and remember to use code "KKP" for 15% off everything in the store! Up your brains hardware and software now! MAAC Stack Join my new community The Kingdom Within on Skool right here for a free 1 week trial!  https://www.skool.com/the-kingdom-within-5541/about

Host Jeff Goldsmith talks to writer-director Derrick Borte about his new film - The Get Out. Download my podcast here Copyright © Unlikely Films, Inc. 2026. All rights reserved. For more great content check out Backstory Magazine @ Backstory.net

“Stories … are powerful tools that can help us make sense of our lives,” says physician-scientist Maya Adam. She now combines visual storytelling and health education to create animations that go beyond the barriers of language and culture to convey important health messages. The subject matter ranges from vaccine acceptance and addiction to mental health and nutrition. These emotionally engaging narratives – often without a single spoken word – are more effective than traditional pamphlets and lectures, Adam says. Visual stories have the potential to achieve “near-universal understanding” that can support better health outcomes, she tells host Russ Altman on this episode of Stanford Engineering's The Future of Everything podcast. Have a question for Russ? Send it our way in writing or via voice memo, and it might be featured on an upcoming episode. Please introduce yourself, let us know where you're listening from, and share your question. You can send questions to thefutureofeverything@stanford.edu. Episode Reference Links: Stanford Profile: Maya Adam Connect With Us: Episode Transcripts >>> The Future of Everything Website Connect with Russ >>> Threads / Bluesky / Mastodon Connect with School of Engineering >>> Twitter/X / Instagram / LinkedIn / Facebook Chapters: (00:00:00) Introduction Russ Altman introduces guest Maya Adam, a professor of pediatrics and infectious disease from Stanford University. (00:03:43) From Ballet to Medicine How Adam's background shaped her approach to health education. (00:05:02) Why Stories Work Why lived experience makes evidence-based health recommendations more meaningful. (00:06:17) The Story Creation Process Adam's techniques for creating effective scalable health stories on any topic (00:09:20) Real World Stories Adam shares some particularly challenging topics the team has created stories for (00:11:10) Global Accessibility Designing stories and characters that can resonate across cultures and contexts. (00:12:38) Measuring Impact Using technology to run trials to test and measure impact (00:15:23) Iterating the Message Adapting and changing approaches to create the most effective message (00:17:53) AI and Storytelling How AI is beginning to affect health communication and creative production. (00:19:45) Testing Human vs. AI Art A trial comparing responses to human-created and AI-generated health storytelling. (00:25:42) Human-in-the-Loop AI How AI may best support artists and clinicians by reducing burden rather than replacing (00:27:43) Future In a Minute Rapid-fire Q&A: stories, collaboration, media, and the future of health communication. (00:29:44) Conclusion   Connect With Us:Episode Transcripts >>> The Future of Everything WebsiteConnect with Russ >>> Threads / Bluesky / MastodonConnect with School of Engineering >>>Twitter/X / Instagram / LinkedIn / Facebook Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

“The Chosen” is a TV drama about the life of Jesus — and it's grown into a worldwide phenomenon. Now it's paving the way for other Christian entertainment.

Marv is joined by filmmaker, archive film researcher and founder of Stag Film Productions Mike Davis to discuss his new Green Film 'Dead, White And Blue'. In his filmmaking Mike reuses stock and archive footage that he pieces together, removes all of the sound from, and then creates a narrative around.As well as his work as a filmmaker in his own right, they also discuss his work as an archive and stock footage advisor for films such as American Made, The Lighthouse, Midsommar, Marvel's Eternals, and many more films. The discussion is filled with so much, that any creative person or film buff with find some fascinating insights from.

Send us Fan MailJoining us for this episode is actor Mark Holton, best known to the horror community as Ozzie in Leprechaun as well as Chubby in Teen Wolf and Francis in Pee Wee's Big Adventure. Mark shares with us his journey into acting and landing roles in many notable films and tv shows. Mark also shares on working with Warwick Davis as well as the newer short film, Leprechaun Revenge by Fuzz on the Lens Productions, and his thoughts on the future of the Leprechaun franchise.Follow us on Social Media:  @pvdhorror Instagram, X, TikTok, FacebookWatch us on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@pvdhorrorSpecial thanks to John Brennan for the intro and outro music. Be sure to find his music on social media at @badtechno or the following:https://johnbrennan.bandcamp.com

Art Ulene is an American physician, surgeon, and public health educator who became nationally known as the longtime medical correspondent for NBC News, helping explain complex health and medical issues to millions of viewers. Over a career spanning medicine, broadcasting, writing, and public speaking, he has been a prominent advocate for preventive health and patient education through television appearances, books, and health journalism. IN THE NEWS: FBI arrests 5 people in connection with drone attack plot against White House UFC Freedom 250 event, Steven Spielberg Reveals Where 'I Draw the Line' When It Comes to Using AI in Filmmaking, Bill to Shield Altadena From Developers Takes Center Stage at Town Council, ‘Skeleton Bridge' where bungee jumper was thrown 130 feet to her death set to be blown up to prevent more tragediesGET IT ON!FOR MORE WITH DR. ART ULENE: Climbing Mt. KilimanjaroStarting July 1-Summiting July 13th(His 90th Birthday)Partnered With ‘CareScout' Promoting a Proactive Approach to Aging (carescout.com)FOR MORE WITH ANDREW HOBSON:INSTAGRAM: @andrewfhobsonLIVE SHOWS: June 27 - Carson City, NV (2 Shows)July 9 - Las Vegas, NV (2 Shows)July 10 - Las Vegas, NV (2 Shows)July 11 - Las Vegas, NV (2 Shows)Thank you for supporting our sponsors:BetOnlineHomeChef.com/ADAMoreillyauto.com/ADAMrosettastone.com/ADAMpluto.tvPodcastOneSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Finally, an animated film about how the gig economy is BAD but dirigibles are COOL! This week we hang out with the snarkiest cat around, Jiji, and his very cool familiar, a little witch who dreams of something better than eating pancakes for every meal. Even if you're not a freelancer, this film speaks volumes, because work/life balance is impossible and Kiki's about to find out why! Next week, it's another Takahata gem, ONLY YESTERDAY (1991). Join the conversation on our Discord at https://discord.com/invite/RssDc3brsx and get more Eye of the Duck on our Patreon show, After Hours https://www.patreon.com/EyeoftheDuckPod References: Special Features Creating Kiki's Delivery Service Scoring Miyazaki Kiki & Jiji Art of Kiki's Delivery Service Hayao Miyazaki: Master of Japanese Animation by Helen McCarthy Starting Point by Hayao Miyazaki Studio Ghibli: An Industrial History by Rayna Denison Sharing a House with the Never-Ending Man by Steve Alpert The Works of Hayao Miyazaki: The Japanese Animation Master by Gael Berton Miyazakiworld by Susan Napier Credits:  Eye of the Duck is created, hosted, and produced by Dom Nero and Adam Volerich. This episode was edited by Michael Gaspari. This episode was researched by Parth Marathe. Our logo was designed by Francesca Volerich. You can purchase her work at francescavolerich.com/shop The "Adam's Blu-Ray Corner" theme was produced by Chase Sterling. Assistant programming and digital production by Nik Long. Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Letterboxd or join the conversation at Eye of the Discord. Learn more at eyeoftheduckpod.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on In the Room, we sit down with Andy Fisher, five-time Emmy-nominated and DGA Award-winning director of Jimmy Kimmel Live.Andy takes us from his Austin comedy roots, where he was making strange DIY films with friends on whatever equipment they could find, to his early editing days in Los Angeles, to the moment he was asked to step into the director's chair at one of late night's biggest shows.It's a conversation about live television, creative confidence, comedy, collaboration, the future of broadcast, and the strange little moments that turn into a career. Andy also shares stories about the Duplass brothers, the Matt Damon joke, directing awards-show segments, and why the best advice might be: say yes, then figure it out.Funny, loose, deeply specific, and full of filmmaker gold, this one is for anyone who has ever tried to make something before they felt ready.

Award-winning filmmaker Misha Calvert joins Dope Interviews for an unforgettable conversation following the Tribeca premiere of her short film Fault.Guest host Kayla Gayle takes over for Warren Shaw in this special Season 10 finale. Misha discusses the realities of independent filmmaking, the emotional weight of telling stories about abuse and survival, and how Fault explores the complicated bond between sisters navigating trauma in very different ways.This episode dives deep into healing, activism, resilience, and the responsibility artists carry when telling stories that matter. A moving conversation on courage, truth, and the power of film to spark change.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dope-interviews--5006633/support.Follow Dope Interviews on X: https://www.twitter.com/dope_interviewsFollow Warren Shaw on X: https://www.twitter.com/thewarrenshawFollow Warren on IG: https://www.instagram.com/thewarrenshawRock "Dope Interviews" gear: https://19-media-group.myspreadshop.comLooking to book a vacation? Our travel partner Exquiste Travel & Tours has you covered: Call 954-228-5479 or visit https://exquisitetravelandtours.com/Discover our favorite podcast gear and support the show—shop our studio must-haves on our Amazon Affiliate page! https://www.amazon.com/shop/19mediagroupWant to join the conversation or invite us to your platform? Connect with us and share your vision (budget-friendly collaborations welcome)!  https://bit.ly/19Guest

Host Jeff Goldsmith talks to writer and showrunner, Eric Kripke, about The Boys Season 5. Download my podcast here Copyright © Unlikely Films, Inc. 2026. All rights reserved. For more great content check out Backstory Magazine @ Backstory.net

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Andrew Mayne, Justin Robert Young, and Brian Brushwood explore how new AI video tools are changing filmmaking by making real footage more editable and steerable, letting creators keep human performances while using AI for sets, lighting, costumes, and polish. They compare that shift to earlier changes in digital editing and game engines, then turn to viral robot mishap clips to separate remote-controlled demos from true autonomy and to ask the bigger question of who carries legal and moral responsibility when future robots inevitably cause harm. From there they jump to a possible primordial black hole candidate as evidence related to dark matter, a promising one-time gene therapy approach for cholesterol, and the broader effects of GLP-1 drugs on appetite, addiction, gambling, alcohol use, and the business models built around those habits. They wrap by sharing how tools like Codex are already helping them build websites, automate repetitive tasks, migrate infrastructure, and dramatically cut costs, arguing that AI is most useful right now as a way to remove drudgery and free up more time for actual creative work. Picks: Brian Brushwood: Spider-Noir Justin Robert Young: The Hulk Hogan documentary on Netflix Justin Robert Young: Rocky Balboa

Behind every cheesy karaoke track was a surprisingly ambitious filmmaking experiment. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of 99% Invisible ad-free and a whole week early. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.