Podcasts about guerrilla filmmaking

In this episode of Reza Rifts, Keith Reza interviews his acting hero, John Cusack, exploring various aspects of Cusack's career, including his experiences in filmmaking, scriptwriting, and the importance of music in film. They discuss the emotional depth of storytelling, the challenges of acting in historical roles, and the dynamics of collaboration on set. Cusack shares insights on the impact of directors and editors, memorable experiences with co-stars, and his thoughts on perfectionism in the creative process. The conversation culminates in Cusack's reflections on his career and advice to his younger self, making it a heartfelt and inspiring dialogue. Follow John IG @johncusack  https://www.instagram.com/johncusack/  X @johncusack  https://x.com/johncusack  Chapters 00:00 - Introduction and Guest Introduction 02:44 - The Impact of Family in Filmmaking 05:31 - Writing and Rewriting Scripts 08:12 - The Role of Music in Film 10:53 - Exploring Emotional Depth in Characters 13:39 - Guerrilla Filmmaking and Character Development 16:13 - The Art of Monologues and Dialogue 19:04 - Historic Roles and Research in Acting 21:56 - Personal Connections with Characters 24:37 - Searching for John Cusack: Anecdotes and Experiences 31:12 - The Art of Filmmaking: Writing, Shooting, and Editing 32:11 - Transitioning from Screenwriting to Graphic Novels 33:44 - Connecting with Fans: The Power of Cameo 35:08 - The Impact of Movies on Audiences 37:55 - The Evolution of Comedy and Performance 39:51 - Creating a Unique Film Concept 41:38 - Life Lessons: Reflections on Youth and Perfectionism   Follow Keith on all social media platforms: Support the show on https://patreon.com/rezarifts61  FB: https://www.facebook.com/realkeithreza IG:https://www.instagram.com/keithreza  ALT IG:https://www.instagram.com/duhkeithreza  X:https://www.twitter.com/keithreza  TT:https://www.tiktok.com/keithreza  Book Keith on cameo at www.cameo.com/keithreza Check out my website for dates at https://www.keithreza.com/  Subscribe - Rate & Review on Apple Podcasts - Tell a friend :) Be a Rifter!   #JohnCusack  #BehindTheScenes  #FilmmakingSecrets  #sayanything #actorinterview

Episode SnapshotPlaywright-turned-filmmaker Seth Zvi Rosenfeld joins Damien Swaby to talk about his journey from the New York theatre scene to Hollywood, Sundance, and independent filmmaking. He shares how his latest film—shot guerrilla-style in a real restaurant over six days—became a heartfelt portrait of community and resilience in post-lockdown New York. The conversation dives deep into working with non-actors, directing for truth, and navigating today's streaming and indie distribution landscape.Chapters & Timestamps00:00 – Welcome & intro00:01 – Origin story: theatre → screenwriting (New Line Cinema)00:03 – Lessons from early Hollywood experiences00:04 – First short film, Sundance Lab & early features00:05 – Brother's Kiss and King of the Jungle00:06 – Transition into television work00:07 – Pandemic short rekindles love for filmmaking00:08 – The birth of a new film at El Posto A Canto restaurant00:09 – Shooting with real patrons and blending fiction with reality00:10 – Guerrilla filmmaking on the Williamsburg Bridge00:12 – Creating a film about community and connection00:16 – Directing non-actors and improvisation00:19 – The heart of the film: post-pandemic togetherness00:22 – Collaborating with longtime friends and actors00:24 – New York City as a living character00:27 – Danny Hoch's creative influence and personal experiences00:29 – Tone, truth, and emotional authenticity in filmmaking00:33 – Influences: Sidney Lumet, Woody Allen, and Scorsese00:36 – Lessons from theatre: the art of working with actors00:38 – Television vs. indie film: control and collaboration00:41 – Distribution realities & using FilmHub00:44 – Next project: Legit — a comedy set in New York's cannabis world00:46 – Why we tell stories and how film preserves human experience00:47 – Closing thoughts and reflectionsPeople, Places & Projects MentionedFilms by Seth Zvi Rosenfeld: Brother's Kiss, King of the JungleRestaurant: El Posto A Canto (New York City)Collaborators: Christopher James, Rebecca James, Danny Hoch, Julio & Beatrice, Victor (Sixto)Influences & References: Goodfellas (Scorsese), Dog Day Afternoon, Serpico, Network (Sidney Lumet), Manhattan (Woody Allen), Saturday Night FeverTV: How to Make It in AmericaDistribution Platform: FilmHubNotable Quotes“When you're shooting a movie in six days, the cameras need to be going all the time.”“Create an environment where no one can do anything wrong — then roll.”“If theatre should play with your eyes closed, film should work with the sound off.”“I'm always chasing what feels true — that's where the emotion and the comedy live.”“There will always be a need for people with a good story to tell it.”Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seth_Zvi_RosenfeldCall to Action. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, review, and share the podcast. Follow Damien Swaby for more filmmaker interviews and insights into the craft and business of storytelling.Use Promo Code "FILMMAKINGSWABY" for all my deals or just click the link:25% Off More Labshttps://www.morelabs.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY20% Off Strong Coffee Companyhttps://strongcoffeecompany.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY15% Off Tusslehttps://www.tusslegear.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY20% Off Eric Javitshttps://ericjavits.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY25% Off Quantum Energy Squarehttps://quantumsquares.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY20% Off Long Tablehttps://longtablepancakes.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY20% Off HyperNaturalhttps://hypernaturalstyle.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY20% Off wearplaygroundhttps://wearplayground.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY15% Off STAND+https://www.standshoes.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY10% Off Molly Bzhttps://mollybz.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABY41% Off Cozy Earthhttps://cozyearth.com/discount/FILMMAKINGSWABYX (Twitter): @DamienSwaby https://x.com/DamienSwaby/status/1864468655582437405Instagram: @filmmaker__damien_swaby. https://www.instagram.com/filmmaker__damien_swaby/?hl=en 

The Art of Filmmaking: Behind the Scenes with Josh Segundo - Get Reelisms Podcast #157 Join hosts Adam Chase Rani and Christine Chen in Episode 157 of the Get Reelisms Podcast as they dive deep into the world of filmmaking! This episode features an insightful conversation with Josh, a writer-director who shares his experiences and challenges in making short films. They discuss the importance of preparation, the complexities of crowdfunding, working with friends, and the nuances of shooting during the pandemic. Josh reflects on his latest project 'Where Do We Go?' and offers valuable advice for aspiring filmmakers. Tune in for secrets, advice, and filmmaking gossip!  Hosts: Adam Rani (@adamthechase)   & Christine Chen (@cchenmtf) Guest: Josh Segundo For more information about Christine Chen: christinewchen.comFor more information go to getreelisms.com For more information on ERZULIE go to: erzuliefilm.com  WEBISODE version of the Podcastgetreelisms.com 00:00 Introduction to the Get Reelisms Podcast 00:21 Meet the Hosts and Guest 00:43 Sports Talk and Personal Stories 02:39 Filmmaking Secrets and Advice 04:25 Guest's Filmmaking Journey 05:07 Crowdfunding Challenges 06:31 Production Insights and Challenges 18:40 Post-Production Reflections 21:35 Reflections on the Short Film 22:02 Navigating Film Festivals 22:44 Dealing with Vulnerability and Screenings 24:39 Pandemic Influence and Nostalgia 27:39 Inspiration and Cinematic Techniques 29:59 Future Projects and Filmmaking Philosophy 37:12 The Importance of Collaboration 42:59 Challenges and Rewards of Filmmaking 48:47 Final Thoughts and Encouragement Official Get Reelisms PageGet Reelisms Amazon StoreInstagram

Exploring Differences Between LA and Texas Film Sets | Get Reelisms Podcast Ep. 156 In this episode of the Get Reelisms Podcast, hosts Adam Chase Rani and Christine Chen discuss the differences between film sets in Los Angeles and Texas, particularly regarding dietary options. They share updates on their current projects, including Christine's upcoming slasher vertical film, and the burgeoning trend of vertical filmmaking in LA. Adam and Christine also delve into a variety of filmmaking topics, from budgeting for catering to dealing with sugar withdrawal on set. They offer insights into the ever-changing landscape of the film industry and the importance of adapting to new formats and technologies. Join them for another engaging conversation filled with filmmaking secrets, advice, and gossip.  Hosts: Adam Rani (@adamthechase)   & Christine Chen (@cchenmtf)  For more information about Christine Chen: christinewchen.comFor more information go to getreelisms.com For more information on ERZULIE go to: erzuliefilm.com  WEBISODE version of the Podcastgetreelisms.com 00:00 Introduction and LA Food Scene 00:32 Meet the Hosts: Adam and Christine 01:00 Current Projects and Industry Updates 02:20 Work in Austin and Personal Updates 04:39 Taco Bell and Fast Food Culture 06:59 Quitting Sugar: A Personal Journey 14:56 Mad Max and Filmmaking Techniques 17:57 Vertical Filming Phenomenon 18:42 The Rise of Vertical Filmmaking 19:49 Directing a Slasher Vertical 20:31 Challenges and Excitement of Horror 21:28 The Premise of the Vertical Slasher 22:14 Shooting Techniques for Vertical Films 22:50 The Business Model of Vertical Content 27:27 Media Consumption and Cultural Shifts 31:48 The Impact of Joker on Society 33:42 The Future of Vertical Filmmaking 36:00 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts Official Get Reelisms PageGet Reelisms Amazon StoreInstagram

Navigating Indie Filmmaking and Distribution with Andre Harrison - Get Reelisms Podcast Ep. 155 In this episode of the Get Reelisms Podcast, hosts Adam Chase Rani and Christine Chen welcome back filmmaker Andre Harrison, who last appeared two years ago. Andre discusses the importance of marketing in filmmaking and his journey through self-distributing his horror film, Midnight Perturbation. He provides insights into the challenges of indie filmmaking in the UK, especially in light of the ongoing strike issues in the U.S. Andre also details his upcoming feature film, a dramatic thriller focusing heavily on character development, revealing the creative process, budgeting, and the technical aspects involved. The conversation touches on the changing landscape of the film industry, the pros and cons of streaming, and the value of physical media in an era of digital convenience. Join us for an in-depth look into the world of independent filmmaking, creative sacrifices, and the drive to maintain artistic integrity.  Hosts: Adam Rani (@adamthechase)   & Christine Chen (@cchenmtf) Guest: Andre Harrison For more information about Christine Chen: christinewchen.comFor more information go to getreelisms.com For more information on ERZULIE go to: erzuliefilm.com  WEBISODE version of the Podcastgetreelisms.com  00:00 Introduction to Marketing in Filmmaking 00:30 Welcome to Get Reelisms Podcast 01:04 Special Guest: Andre's Return 01:33 Catching Up with Andre 03:45 Andre's New Film Projects 08:11 Technical Aspects of Filmmaking 12:39 Challenges and Costs of Filmmaking 17:46 Self-Distribution vs Traditional Distribution 22:46 The Shift from Physical Media to Streaming 24:48 The Lost Art of Behind-the-Scenes Features 28:04 The Impact of Streaming on Ownership 28:44 Challenges of Indie Filmmaking 31:32 The Importance of Physical Media 38:44 The Future of Filmmaking and Distribution 44:55 Balancing Creativity and Practicality 51:59 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Official Get Reelisms PageGet Reelisms Amazon StoreInstagram

The whole gang comes together in this episode, “Guerrilla Filmmaking.” We are filming Oliver's terrible film with Dawson at the helm as the film's director. Jen is getting her feathers ruffled with Charlie on set as the lead actor and Audrey is feeling guilty over her feelings for Pacey. And to be honest, the best thing to come out of this episode is we are finally getting what we all want - Audrey and Pacey

We've got a juicy one for you this week! We're diving further into Sean Baker's repertoire, looking at his latest film Red Rocket (2021).Red Rocket stars Simon Rex as washed up porn star, Mikey Saber, who returns to his hometown in Texas City. He twists the arm of his ex-lover, who is technically still his wife, in order to stay with her until he can get his life back on track. As chaos ensues, Mikey meets seventeen year-old Strawberry, who he believes could be the next big thing in the world of adult entertainment, and incidentally his ticket to success.We're incredibly excited to be chatting with Simon Rex, who just won Best Male Lead at the Independent Spirit Awards for his performance in the film! We discuss how he approached a character with such questionable morals, as well as his feelings of imposter syndrome despite being an actor in the industry for three decades.Red Rocket is currently available to watch in UK cinemas.Next week, we'll be looking at Maggie Gyllenhaal's directorial debut, The Lost Daughter, starring Olivia Colman, Jessie Buckley and Dakota Johnson. The Lost Daughter is available to stream on Netflix (UK). See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

You are in for a treat today. We have returning champion writer/director Sean Baker.Sean Baker is a writer, director, producer and editor who has made seven independent feature films over the course of the past two decades. His most recent film was the award-winning The Florida Project (2017) which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival and was released by A24 in the U.S. Among the many accolades the film received -- including an Oscar nomination for Willem Dafoe for Best Supporting Actor -- Sean was named Best Director by the New York Film Critics Circle.His previous film Tangerine (2015) premiered at the Sundance Film Festival and won an Independent Spirit and two Gotham Awards. Starlet (2012) was the winner of the Robert Altman Independent Spirit Award and his previous two features, Take Out (2004) and Prince of Broadway (2008), were both nominated for the John Cassavetes Independent Spirit Award.His remarkable new film is Red Rocket. The audacious new film from writer- director Sean Baker (The Florida Project, Tangerine), starring Simon Rex in a magnetic, live-wire performance, Red Rocket is a darkly funny, humane portrait of a uniquely American hustler and a hometown that barely tolerates him.I watched Red Rocket and I have to tell you it's one of the best films I've seen this year.Sean and I discuss his creative process, how he shot Red Rocket with a 10 person crew and a very limited budget, during COVID. Red Rocket opens today in theaters.Enjoy my conversation with Sean Baker.

You are in for a treat today. We have returning champion writer/director Sean Baker. Sean Baker is a writer, director, producer and editor who has made seven independent feature films over the course of the past two decades. His most recent film was the award-winning The Florida Project (2017) which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival and was released by A24 in the U.S. Among the many accolades the film received -- including an Oscar nomination for Willem Dafoe for Best Supporting Actor -- Sean was named Best Director by the New York Film Critics Circle.His previous film Tangerine (2015) premiered at the Sundance Film Festival and won an Independent Spirit and two Gotham Awards. Starlet (2012) was the winner of the Robert Altman Independent Spirit Award and his previous two features, Take Out (2004) and Prince of Broadway (2008), were both nominated for the John Cassavetes Independent Spirit Award.His remarkable new film is Red Rocket. The audacious new film from writer- director Sean Baker (The Florida Project, Tangerine), starring Simon Rex in a magnetic, live-wire performance, Red Rocket is a darkly funny, humane portrait of a uniquely American hustler and a hometown that barely tolerates him.I watched Red Rocket and I have to tell you it's one of the best films I've seen this year. Sean and I discuss his creative process, how he shot Red Rocket with a 10 person crew and a very limited budget, during COVID. Red Rocket opens today in theaters. Enjoy my conversation with Sean Baker. 

Our new host and digital media student Lauren chats to digital media student Lara about her debut as a documentary filmmaker with a 6-part series that follows a band on tour. They chat about their experiences of studying digital media at Southern Cross and how the degree has exposed them to many different aspects of media including graphic design and photography as well as screen skills.

In this brief episode, Sam talks about guerrilla filmmaking and what it means. Do you want a more detailed look into guerrilla filmmaking? Let me know and we can do that! Enjoy!

Hello everyone! Here at Bizarre Buffet we strive to bring our loyal listeners amazing content, and this episode is no exception! While your bizarre pal's were sitting and discussing some ideas for episodes, we said "Why not call some random people to see if they'll answer some questions!?" In the essence of Guerrilla Filmmaking, Bizarre Buffet present's Guerrilla Podcasting. Enjoy! Support Bizarre Buffet on Patreon Follow Bizarre Buffet on Instagram Follow Bizarre Buffet on Facebook We'd like to acknowledge and thank the following individuals for participating in our antics: Uncle Doug Christopher Britney Phyllis Undisclosed store employee #1 Undisclosed store employee #2 Angela Tom Ashley --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/marcjenmark-productions/support

My guest today is Justin Fornal, a self-made tv personality and content creator, international explorer and guerrilla filmmaker. Justin is a renaissance man who is best known for his shows on food, travel and exploration. Justin has gone from playing the local- turned- national eccentric character, Baron Ambrosia for Food Network’s Cooking Channel to uncovering hidden treasuries and ancient mysteries on Discovery’s Science Channel. His penchant for guerrilla filmmaking and being extremely diligent and unafraid to create his own lane , has garnered him an Emmy award, feature articles and network success.

In this part 1 of 2 episodes, apparently (yep, that means "Downtown Crossing" is coming up): Dawson directs Oliver's movie (that we still don't entirely understand), Joey gets closer to Professor Wilder, and Jack leaves the frat house... 

Writer/director Patrick Green joins us on the podcast. We discuss the pros and cons of guerrilla filmmaking and his short film, TAG, about a graffitti artist in Los Angeles. TAG was officially selected at over two dozen film festivals around the world and is now available on Vimeo.  Special Thanks to Patrick Green: @ByPatrickGreen  Hosted by: Timothy Patrick Guest: Patrick Green Theme Music by: Ryan Stuber For more Indie Film Grit, follow us on Twitter @indiefilmgrit  

In this episode of Indie Film Weekly, No Film School co-hosts Liz Nord and Jon Fusco discuss why the Emmys are actually worth noticing this year and what we should make of all the hubbub around Darren Aronofsky’s latest film, ‘mother!’. We also share wrap-ups from the Toronto and Camden International Film Festivals, including the movie made with 10,000 hours of surveillance footage. In Ask No Film School, we answer the perennial question of why your film isn’t getting into festivals. As always, we also bring you the latest gear news, upcoming grant and festival deadlines, new indie film releases, weekly words of industry wisdom, and other notable things you might have missed while you were busy making films. You can see all the links from this show in this week’s podcast post at nofilmschool.com

Eric is joined by Matt Gaither, creative director and co-founder of Pixel Brain Productions. They [...] The post 5. Guerrilla Filmmaking appeared first on The Destination.

In this episode: Guerrilla filmmaking run amock, Kojima Korner, Dan's deep tapestry of lies he's been feeding to a high schooler, and we get to try out virtual reality!

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Happy Halloween!  Horror month concludes with the most important horror movie ever made (to us) - 1979's PHANTASM! Plus another story from The Outpost. Be sure to check out our comic, Hurry The Rabbitoid Knight: Prelude to Epilogue! Radio Free Echo Rift is a pirate broadcast transmitted from a secret location deep beneath the city of Philadelphia. Don and Mike discuss comics, movies, and the comics that they make based on what they see in the mysterious Echo Rift. New Episodes every Wednesday and most Fridays. Subscribe and rate us on iTunes! Download Episode 40: Phantasmic Episode 40: Phantasmic 00:34 - Intro01:17 - Steve Ogden's Headstones & Monuments02:59 - This Canadian Life07:50 - Introduction to Phantasm09:20 - Mike's Favorite thing about Phantasm10:54 - Intro to Phantasm12:55 - Phantasm and Death in America13:50 - Guerrilla Filmmaking at its finest14:29 - Phantasm as punk rock20:08 - Phantasm's legacy21:10 - Separation Anxiety23:03 - The Ball24:04 - The Tall Man walks down the street26:10 - No cowards allowed27:50 - The movie is a science fiction onion28:51 - Mike (from Phantasm's) Handgun29:12 - Outro Call-in number: 856-208-RIFT Letters: letters@echorift.com Follow @echorift for podcast and comic updates Follow @Don_Garvey and @Mike_Connelly

Word Balloon presents part two of our conversation with writer Mark Millar. This time Mark tells us a bit more about his low budget comic book film Miracle Park, which he's been shooting in his spare time in between writing comic scripts, and supervising the production of his new men's magazine CLINT. Mark also gives us his view of the Super Hero Film Genre and what his future involvement might or might not be in Marvel's Film advisory team. You'll hear films status updates on Wanted 2 and Nemesis plus a few more Millar films in development . We also preview Mark and Leinil Francis Yu's next comic project Superior from Icon , which debuts next month, plus more talk about Nemesis, Kick Ass, and Mark's future Marvel plans beyond the Ultimate Avengers comic. 

In part 1 of this debut episode I introduce the Down and Dirty DV Project and discuss the main features digital filmmakers should look for when choosing a video camera for purchase or rental.

Introducing the podcast about making films for no money.

Introducing the podcast about making films for no money.