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If there's something that Mark Elijah Rosenberg hasn't done in film, I don't know what it is.Started Rooftop Films, which presents art and films around New York. Made a studio feature. Made deeply personal short films like ____ IN PARIS (2026), which he premiered at Slamdance this year. Made interactive art. Taught film. With a background like that, I knew the insight he would bring is incredible, and he doesn't disappoint here.The best part is you can tell Mark has thought about all these bigger issues in filmmaking, too, and I'm so thrilled he's here to share his perspective.Mark and I discuss:why Slamdance for the premiere of ___ IN PARIS (2026);how he got started in filmmaking and if he knew when he started Rooftop Films if he wanted to work on his own projects;what Rooftop Films has taught him about the theatrical experience;the process of creating his first studio feature, APPROACHING THE UNKNOWN (2016), and how it wound up so different than his vision;how the experience of making the film might be different today;what advice he gives his students and labs today from all of his studio and independent filmmaking experiences;why big, heavy philosophical topics are important to him;what should people expect to watch ___ IN PARIS and why does he make so many personal stories;how the next generation of filmmakers will approach these deeper questions;what his next projects are.Mark's Indie Film Highlights: AMERICAN GIGOLO (1980) dir. by Paul Schrader; Ja'Tovia GaryMemorable Quotes:"The people at Slamdance care about their filmmakers and the filmmaker experience and supporting them as much as any festival I've ever seen in the world." "We don't screen in theaters, we screen in neighborhoods.""With some slight variation for special screenings and regions, most movie tickets all across America cost the exact same.""There should be a move towards more truly nonprofit filmmaking where films are supported in the arts the same way other art forms are.""And the NASA administrator said it doesn't help national defense, except in that it makes America a country worth defending."Making his first feature: "It was a wonderful and difficult and amazing experience.""This gets back to also the sort of capitalism of filmmaking. If I hadn't made those compromises, the people with the money would've pulled out.""Don't submit to most festivals unless you think you're gonna be able to go.""For my students, for any artist, for myself, you have to find that thing that you care about, that you wanna say in the world, but then you also have to find the structure to put it in.""So the next one is actually about the the physical force of gravity but gravity, both as a force of physics in the world, in the universe, but also as a sort of metaphor for our lives."Links:Follow Mark On InstagramSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/first-time-go/exclusive-content

My conversation with filmmaker Sylvia Ray was eye-opening for me in so many ways. Let's start from the top: SEAWEED SNACKS (2026) is phenomenal filmmaking that is slightly dark, extremely funny, and captures a social dynamic that we too often don't see on screen: dads at a birthday party. Sylvia directed it, and the film was a product of Film Independent's Project Involve, where the SEAWEED SNACKS team was the only one with three out of 31 people with kids.I'm seeing this from the vantage of someone who is chronically online, but the kids/no kids debate is frustrating to me. Both sides often talk about how you're living life wrong if you're on one side of it or the other. I don't feel we should look at it in such a binary way, and the show is a friendly place to talk about ways in which independent filmmaking can make living your best life easier.In this case, as Sylvia shares, it was having kids that turned her into the dynamic filmmaker she is. SEAWEED SNACKS and her films don't exist without them and I feel so very lucky they do.Sylvia and I talk about:her incredible output of five films in close to five years and whether she still has that same feeling of excitement when they come out;directing material that you didn't write;how she got started in filmmaking and how having kids focused her vision on what she wanted to do -- directing;finding your community, whether it's at film school or elsewhere;how she won over friends and colleagues at top film schools;what is the Film Independent Project Involve experience like?;what makes a great lab and what doesn't work regarding labs and fellowship;how she wants people to feel watching SEAWEED SNACKS and whether it's harder to find laughs than in a drama;surrealism in the film and why it makes films so much better when used appropriately;what makes a great short film and the distribution system for shorts;whether she sees the growth from her previous films;what the climate in Los Angeles is right now for shooting films;childcare on set and the state of parenting and filmmaking;what's next for her.Sylvia's Indie Film Highlight: BETTER LIFE (2025) dir. by Jessica Liu; THE INHERITANCE dir. by Destinee StewartMemorable Quotes:"The excitement is definitely still there. It just feels like a shared responsibility or a shared vulnerability.""it never occurred to me that's something that I would pursue is arts or performance arts until I had my first kid actually.""There was something really empowering about having him and my second child...it rewired my brain in a lot of different ways and made me think of how capable I am.""The biggest life saving part of being in this career is finding my community." "What can I do in order to get to set and work and do what I love? I look at it a little bit like a sport."On Project Involve: "I knew their intention and they made this very clear in the beginning was that they wanted us to create community and build collaborations that would go on into the future.""And particularly parents who are artists, I hope that it feels like that they're being seen in some way.""When I was pitching on it, I lost my home in the fires and I think I was just really in a what is life? What is money? And then just going through all of these life can just feel surreal at times.""Consuming a lot of shorts allowed me to feel confident that this was gonna work and play well on festivals."Links:Follow Sylvia On InstagramFollow SEAWEED SNACKS On InstagramSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/first-time-go/exclusive-content

So when I invite someone on the podcast, it's usually about promoting a particular project at a festival. There certainly is that here with director Andrew Kightlinger regarding his genre-breaking film OKAY (2026), which had its world premiere at Slamdance 2026, a festival that he also served on the jury. But we don't hit OKAY discussion until minute 27!That shouldn't surprise you, though, if you look at Andrew's biography. His origin story is incredible, yes, but what fascinated me the most is how deeply knowledgeable he is about the art of filmmaking. He was brought on to direct OKAY to highlight Fujifilm's GFX ETERNA 55 and Andrew did it in a way that made me rethink how he deal with human emotions on screen. There's a documentary about the project that is well worth watching.I wish every camera maker funded a gorgeous film to highlight their products. And I wish every filmmaker was as thoughtful as Andrew.In this episode, Andrew and I discuss:is Slamdance too indie? a hearty defense of the festival;his unique background into filmmaking, South Dakota by way of Madagascar;how pirated blockbusters are what's easily accessible around the world, including a hilarious story about belatedly watching TITANIC (1997);starting with shorts or jumping into features;the wild story about how he became a director and what he turned down to stay independent and true to his vision;how he makes successful pitches for investors, including a lot of dentists (who knew?!);how to find great collaborators;the common threads for films he judged at Slamdance and whether chapter headings say something about episodic content;what is OKAY about and how Andrew describes it;how to depict grief on screen and why OKAY is so original in its handling of the subject;giving feedback in a creative and useful way that finds a way to make art honestly;the connection between Fujifilm and Andrew;whether the ubiquity of great cameras means we're moving back to more story-led films;why some big budget films "look like crap";how indie films are screened and if Fujifilm thought about how people would watch the film;what's next for him.Andrew's Indie Film Highlight: WALKABOUT (1971) dir. by Nicholas Roeg; DIRTY WORK (1998) dir. by Bob SagetMemorable Quotes:"If anybody's thinking, ugh that's too hoity tody or that's not good enough, or whatever, just stop and just submit the movie...the movies are very varied. It's a very eclectic selection of films, and the tastes are all over the place, and that's what's really fun about the festival. It's it's a cornucopia of stuff and everybody should submit.""why is this kid obsessed with movies? Like, why? We want a scientist.""So we didn't see the last hour of Titanic until a year later when we went to Minnesota." "Because I went out to my dentist and said, hey, can I get 10 grand? He [said], sure!""A valuable lesson to learn as a filmmaker: choose your collaborators wisely.""Look at my name in the credits and you want to feel good about helping a young artist. And if you sell that to them, they'll invest. If you sell them numbers, they're not gonna do it.""Shorts are good as reps in the gym.""The common thread between all the movies that I watched on the feature jury, the movies in competition, I would say that 70% of them were in black and white, which is a trend right now, which kinda shocked me. And almost 50% of them had chapter headings throughout the film.""The short film is a movie about grief at its core, and it's about a woman who is grieving the death of her husband and she's trying to find healing by searching for him in the cosmos. And that's the general idea of the film, and people just need to watch it to figure out what that means.""OKAY is the most honest move I've ever made because I was able to pour myself into it.""Younger filmmakers send me like their ideas or treatments like, Hey, could you look at this? And I can tell that it's been written with that [AI] format.""[OKAY] was the weirdest concept by far. But they said, oh, that's our favorite one." "I wanted to make a movie that had very formalistic editing and very dirty 70 style camera work as well. And they didn't shy away from that."Links:Follow Andrew On InstagramWatch The Documentary On OKAYSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/first-time-go/exclusive-content

Watch This Episode On YouTubeKate Cobb is one of the most dynamic filmmakers working right now, and it's because she's willing to be an actress, an editor, a writer, a director, as well as empower everyone else on set to make the film happen. Her feature debut, OKIE (2024), was a revelation for its authenticity and heart, so it's no surprise that the filmmaker behind it is, too.Her new film, BRB (2026), premiered at Slamdance 2026 to fantastic reviews. It's a "love letter to early Internet girlhood", and I'm so thrilled to see Kate's ambition expand to such a well-written, personal film.As she talks about in pod, she already has a third film in the can -- this is the story of a person fully taking the reins of her career and making great art. I'm absolutely here for it.Kate and I talk about:what is BRB, her stunning second film that premiered at Slamdance 2026;her takeaways after her first film, OKIE (2024);the journey from acting at DePaul University to directing;the wisdom of making a proof of concept short before making OKIE;how we should talk about -- and rate -- first features without being condescending;why she directs films that other people wrote;casting people with large social media followers, and finding someone like that who can truly act in Zoe Colletti;distribution for the film and what she learned from OKIE;how being an actor informs how she runs a set;what it's like working with a business partner who is also a life partner;what's next for this astonishingly creative filmmaker and is there a job on set she *hasn't* done?!Kate's Indie Film Highlights: GUACAMOLE YESTERDAYS (2024) dir. by Jordan Noel; EDGE OF EVERYTHING (2023) dir. by Pablo Feldman and Sophia SabellaMemorable Quotes:"I think I learned that the festival part is such a joyful experience and to treat it as such.""When I turned towards directing and when I did...it was like putting on the right size shoes for the first time in my life. All of a sudden I was like, oh, wow, I'm using my artist heart, but I'm also using my like corporate shill brain.""If you learn every single job, no one can stop you from making a movie.""Your first feature is precious. It's precious because you, yes, you're not the best filmmaker in the world and no, you're gonna mess up and you don't have the luxury of a huge budget or a bunch of time or even a bunch of experience, but that's what makes it amazing, because you're finding that person while you do it.""I want my audience to be able to see themselves within it. And in order to do that, it has to start with me seeing myself within it.""I was an actor for so many years and I've been on so many different types of sets, and let me tell you, most of them are run by men. I had a lot of thoughts on that as far as basically it gave me a map. Not all men, obviously there are incredible male directors and filmmakers.""The absolute enemy of creativity is when people cannot feel vulnerable.""Make a seat for fear."Links:Follow Kate On InstagramSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/first-time-go/exclusive-content

IN SICKNESS AND IN HEALTH is a short about a woman named Veronica (Yumarie Morales) who struggles to reconnect intimately with her husband, Luis (Rufino Romero), after he underwent an exorcism.Director Alexandria Collins & writer Montserrat Luna-Ballantyne use conventions of the possession subgenre to reflect on how trauma lingers in the body, the difficulty in reconciling one's religious devotion and frayed mental health, and spousal abuse.This interview hops all around: Mexican Catholicism, bilingual childhoods, beautiful improvisations, the distinct glee expressed when messing up a gorgeous space with goofy fake blood, the works!---Music provided Content ID free by @goodkidbandFollow The Movies on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Throw a couple dollars in the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tip jar!

Watch This Episode On YouTubeI can't think of a better way to start special Slamdance coverage than with Sammy LeMieur, talking about his film, THE LEMIEURS (2026), which debuted at Slamdance this week.The logline: Fearing regret and desperate to keep hold of their history, the five sons of a small-town Minnesota matriarch must reconcile her aging, while her three grandsons running a funeral home face death head-on.I spend a fair amount of time in Minnesota so I can say: this is exactly what it's like. That was one of his goals at film school -- to show people the real Minnesota -- and for him to be able to pull it off, it's an incredible story.Over the next few weeks, the pod will release episodes more frequently than Tuesdays and Fridays (in theory, anyway) with a host of interesting Slamdance films.Slamdance is one of my favorite festivals because it attracts unique and groundbreaking films that are still absolutely independent. As long as I have a podcast, there will be Slamdance episodes, and of course, I'd start with Minnesota and filmmaker Sammy LeMieur.In this episode, Sammy and I talk about:why Minnesota is rarely on screen and why his film is such a breath of fresh air;how he got started in filmmaking in Minnesota;why NYU and if he recommends going to film school;the importance of creating short films in his filmmaking journey;how THE LEMIEURS got its start;what he wants people to feel when they watch this deeply personal film;the ending everyone sees coming -- but you don't want to see;his families' reaction to the film;his path into making documentaries and what his future in the genre holds;the distribution for his film and generally for docs;what's next for him, which is another doc that I can't wait to see.Memorable Quotes:"We were the first NYU production to shoot in Minnesota.""You pay for film school to meet your collaborators and...for the opportunity to use the equipment and make a movie.""I think there's something about short films that really teach you structure.""What I want people to feel is just be, feel like a LeMieur for 70 minutes, like you're a part of this family from when you sit down and when you leave the theater.""I knew from the start that it was always gonna end like that, and I figured the audience would know that too. And that was the challenge was like, how do you create a progression and create a rising conflict throughout this story that you know where it's gonna go?""I always thought I was gonna be a fiction guy, like with more a narrative approach. But I think like I said they're the same to me."Links:Follow THE LEMIEURS On InstagramSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/first-time-go/exclusive-content

In SEAWEED SNACKS, Ellis (Patrick Cage) is a dad trying to traverse the awkwardness of being the only parent at a kid's birthday party who doesn't know anyone else...and who also just doesn't wanna be there.Enter Rick (Kamal Angelo Bolden). He's everything Ellis isn't: bubbly, outgoing, embraced by every other parent. And he's walking in Ellis' direction - ah, damn it.The movie takes a surrealist approach to entering me into Ellis' mind as he's bombarded by Rick's social (and overly personal) invasion. It's playful, mischievous, but that's mostly because I can also see way too much of myself within Ellis and I think I need that weird angle or insane sound effect to keep from reflecting too hard upon my life.Plus, I think the director, Sylvia Ray, is a big proponent of giving oneself grace if (and when) perfection isn't achieved. ---Music provided Content ID free by @goodkidbandFollow The Movies on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Throw a couple dollars in the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tip jar!

*FULL SPOILERS AHOY FOR BRB, ALL HOPE ABANDON YE WHO ENTER HERE*I interview Autumn Best, the lead actress in BRB, which premiered last Friday, Feb 20, at the Slamdance Film Festival in Los Angeles.In it, Best plays Sam, a socially awkward teenager growing up in the socially awkward early '00s. It's a time where dial-up and Myspace coexisted, a transitory time wherein people took their first steps in establishing a digital identity alongside - or in some cases, a replacement of - their analog one.Sam meets a guy on a chat group for fans of her favorite TV show and bolstered by her older rebellious sister Dylan (Zoe Colletti), who may have ulterior motives for supporting the following venture, they travel cross-country on a quest to meet Sam's online crush.Best's performance makes Sam like a raw nerve, to be tenderly handled lest a fiery or heartbroken reaction be provoked. She physically restricts herself in her body movements, her layered wardrobe. She'll look at herself in the mirror as though her own body is an outfit that doesn't fit right. It makes for a naked performance, one that feels honest to my experience as a teenager who's (still) so much more comfortable expressing myself behind a screen than in person.BRB is one of the current highlights of my year and Best my favorite performer. I can't wait for y'all to meet her.---Music provided Content ID free by @goodkidbandFollow The Movies on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Throw a couple dollars in the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tip jar!

*FULL SPOILERS AHOY FOR MURPHY'S RANCH, ALL HOPE ABANDON YE WHO ENTER HERE*I interview Mikey Riva, Jr., the director of MURPHY'S RANCH, which premiered yesterday as part of the Unstoppable Shorts program at the Sundance Film Festival in Los Angeles.The program highlights films made by and including artists with disabilities, bringing their stories and perspectives to the screen.MURPHY'S RANCH stars Hosea Chanchez and Lee Pugsley (a low-vision actor) as adopted brothers working as pool cleaners for high-value clients in the Hollywood Hills. They arrive at a new job. The client's a dismissive asshole - typical L.A. shit. But what gives them pause is the client's teenage foster child. It's not the social awkwardness but rather, the hesitation with which he discusses not wanting to be forced out into this camp by the "dad." The more they talk, the more nervous they get, the more they question if they need to intervene.MURPHY'S RANCH is a welcome dose of sun-drenched '80s buddy cop nostalgia, imbued by Riva's sense of comedy and wit. I liken it to how Edgar Wright put his own spin on genre tropes with HOT FUZZ. By the time the short ended, I was pumping my fist, ready for the story to continue. I'm happy to report that a full feature is Mikey's plan for the future.This was a fun hang. Hell, the movie's 12 minutes long and this interview is 90, so you can deduce that we had a ton to talk about: Mikey's origins, his choices, the chemistry between Chanchez & Pugsley, the importance of healthy community on a film set. Get a snack and drink and strap in. This interview's a doozy.MURPHY'S RANCH will play as part of another Unstoppable Shorts block on Feb 22nd, at 7:30 in Theater 5 at the Landmark Sunset Hollywood Theater. Find more of Mikey's work here.---Follow The Movies on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Throw a couple dollars in the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tip jar!

Send a textHow do you turn a technical camera launch into a soulful piece of science fiction? In this episode, director Andrew Kightlinger joins the Rumikay Talks podcast to break down the reality of a career in film. From his unique childhood education in Madagascar—where movies arrived in a traveling "Red Island Video Club" footlocker—to directing a feature for Sylvester Stallone, Andrew shares what it takes to survive and thrive in the industry.In this episode, we discuss:The "Sting" of Rejection: Why the "no's" never stop hurting, but how to stop taking them personally.The Art of the Pitch: How Andrew landed the Fujifilm GFX launch by pitching emotional storytelling over technical specs.Vulnerability on Set: Why being a "benevolent director" and taking acting classes leads to more truthful performances.Grief as Inspiration: How the loss of his grandmother fueled the script for his latest sci-fi short.Atomic Habits: Why small steps and personal growth are essential for staying focused as a creative.✨ Selected links from the episode: ✨Andrew's IG: https://www.instagram.com/andrew.vhsOKAY at Slamdance:https://slamdance.com/26-lineup/Slamdance Film Festival: February 19th–25th in Los Angeles (and virtually!)

This year's Slamdance Film Festival kicks off on February 19 in Los Angeles! From the 19th to the 25th (and extended to March 6 via an online program featured on the Slamdance Channel), the most exciting voices in independent film get to strut their stuff.In order to raise the proverbial curtain, here's a guide, from A to Z, of what shorts, features, documentaries, etc. you should give a shot.Check out the full Slamdance festival lineup here!---Follow The Movies on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Throw a couple dollars in the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tip jar!

Entre dezenas de produções independentes do mundo inteiro, um filme brasileiro marca presença na competição do Slamdance Film Festival, que começa no próximo dia 19, em Los Angeles. É com a estreia mundial de “Antônio Odisseia” que o Brasil desembarca no evento conhecido por revelar grandes nomes do cinema como Sean Baker, Christopher Nolan e o sul-coreano Bong Joon-ho. O longa, dirigido pelo paranaense Thales Banzai, leva à tela uma jornada intensa, caótica, visceral e bem brasileira. Cleide Klock, correspondente da RFI em Los Angeles Na história, Tony e sua melhor amiga, Ivy, assaltam o bar onde ele trabalha e roubam drogas que os levam a uma odisseia surrealista rumo a um encontro com Deus. O que começa como um roubo impulsivo rapidamente se transforma em uma jornada existencial, atravessada por delírio, espiritualidade e encontros inesperados. O cineasta Thales Banzai mora em Los Angeles desde 2020 e depois de anos tentando viabilizar projetos por editais e plataformas, decidiu apostar em uma produção completamente independente.“A gente financiou por conta da nossa produtora, a Seiva, que é a nossa coprodutora no Brasil, e produtores, amigos, próximos passaram o chapéu, todo mundo botou uma grana no filme porque acreditava no projeto e a gente resolveu fazer", diz. Filmado no fim de 2024, em São Paulo, em 17 dias, o roteiro foi desenvolvido ao lado de Kelson Succi, artista vindo do teatro e que também interpreta Antônio. Uma mistura de universos que ajudou a definir o tom do filme em uma produção toda em preto e branco. “Eu adoro trabalhar em preto e branco, fotografo em preto e branco faz muito tempo. Então é algo que consigo trabalhar nessa linguagem com facilidade e de que gosto muito. Dentro da nossa situação de produção, ajuda muito num filme de baixo orçamento, para a gente conseguir fazer, trazer mais valor de produção com menos, conseguir filmar mais rápido com poucos recursos de luz, criar uma situação expressiva interessante”, reitera. Além da trilha sonora (assinada por Kiko Dinucci e arranjo de cordas de Arthur Verocai) também ser peça central da narrativa, costurando realidade e delírio, o filme reúne participações especiais de Antônio Pitanga, Teuda Bara (que faleceu em dezembro), Leci Brandão e Chico César (narração). “O mais difícil foi chegar o roteiro no Pitanga, mas quando chegou, ele leu e curtiu muito. Foi a parte que também deu energia, colocou ainda mais energia. Ele falou que [o roteiro] lembrava dos personagens que fazia nos anos 1960 e 1970 e que estava animado", relembra. Festival alternativo Criado há mais de 30 anos como uma alternativa independente, o Slamdance aconteceu durante décadas simultaneamente ao Festival de Sundance em Park City, aproveitando a concentração de profissionais da indústria que já estavam na cidade nessa época do ano. Mas, a partir de 2025, o festival saiu de Utah e se estabeleceu em Los Angeles, marcando uma nova fase na capital do cinema. “Eu sinto que pra todo mundo com quem eu falo, e que está mais ligado na indústria, esse é um festival que todo mundo curte muito e admira muito, porque é feito com uma curadoria real. É um processo super democrático de pessoas que fazem filmes mesmo e que assistem a todos os filmes e debatem extensivamente o que deve entrar", diz Banzai. Para ele, o momento é propício ao cinema brasileiro, principalmente diante do sucesso de "Ainda Estou Aqui" e "Agente Secreto". “Acho que é algo que a gente pode começar a dar esses passos no Brasil, também, de sair só dos grandes cinco festivais, Cannes, Berlim, Toronto, Oscar e Veneza, e conseguir olhar para outros lugares, que são também super catalisadores de carreiras no mundo todo não só aqui”, diz Thales. Uma coprodução Brasil–Estados Unidos, “Antônio Odisseia”, chega a Los Angeles com apresentações nos dias 23 e 24 de fevereiro dentro da programação do Slamdance Film Festival.

Entre dezenas de produções independentes do mundo inteiro, um filme brasileiro marca presença na competição do Slamdance Film Festival, que começa no próximo dia 19, em Los Angeles. É com a estreia mundial de “Antônio Odisseia” que o Brasil desembarca no evento conhecido por revelar grandes nomes do cinema como Sean Baker, Christopher Nolan e o sul-coreano Bong Joon-ho. O longa, dirigido pelo paranaense Thales Banzai, leva à tela uma jornada intensa, caótica, visceral e bem brasileira. Cleide Klock, correspondente da RFI em Los Angeles Na história, Tony e sua melhor amiga, Ivy, assaltam o bar onde ele trabalha e roubam drogas que os levam a uma odisseia surrealista rumo a um encontro com Deus. O que começa como um roubo impulsivo rapidamente se transforma em uma jornada existencial, atravessada por delírio, espiritualidade e encontros inesperados. O cineasta Thales Banzai mora em Los Angeles desde 2020 e depois de anos tentando viabilizar projetos por editais e plataformas, decidiu apostar em uma produção completamente independente.“A gente financiou por conta da nossa produtora, a Seiva, que é a nossa coprodutora no Brasil, e produtores, amigos, próximos passaram o chapéu, todo mundo botou uma grana no filme porque acreditava no projeto e a gente resolveu fazer", diz. Filmado no fim de 2024, em São Paulo, em 17 dias, o roteiro foi desenvolvido ao lado de Kelson Succi, artista vindo do teatro e que também interpreta Antônio. Uma mistura de universos que ajudou a definir o tom do filme em uma produção toda em preto e branco. “Eu adoro trabalhar em preto e branco, fotografo em preto e branco faz muito tempo. Então é algo que consigo trabalhar nessa linguagem com facilidade e de que gosto muito. Dentro da nossa situação de produção, ajuda muito num filme de baixo orçamento, para a gente conseguir fazer, trazer mais valor de produção com menos, conseguir filmar mais rápido com poucos recursos de luz, criar uma situação expressiva interessante”, reitera. Além da trilha sonora (assinada por Kiko Dinucci e arranjo de cordas de Arthur Verocai) também ser peça central da narrativa, costurando realidade e delírio, o filme reúne participações especiais de Antônio Pitanga, Teuda Bara (que faleceu em dezembro), Leci Brandão e Chico César (narração). “O mais difícil foi chegar o roteiro no Pitanga, mas quando chegou, ele leu e curtiu muito. Foi a parte que também deu energia, colocou ainda mais energia. Ele falou que [o roteiro] lembrava dos personagens que fazia nos anos 1960 e 1970 e que estava animado", relembra. Festival alternativo Criado há mais de 30 anos como uma alternativa independente, o Slamdance aconteceu durante décadas simultaneamente ao Festival de Sundance em Park City, aproveitando a concentração de profissionais da indústria que já estavam na cidade nessa época do ano. Mas, a partir de 2025, o festival saiu de Utah e se estabeleceu em Los Angeles, marcando uma nova fase na capital do cinema. “Eu sinto que pra todo mundo com quem eu falo, e que está mais ligado na indústria, esse é um festival que todo mundo curte muito e admira muito, porque é feito com uma curadoria real. É um processo super democrático de pessoas que fazem filmes mesmo e que assistem a todos os filmes e debatem extensivamente o que deve entrar", diz Banzai. Para ele, o momento é propício ao cinema brasileiro, principalmente diante do sucesso de "Ainda Estou Aqui" e "Agente Secreto". “Acho que é algo que a gente pode começar a dar esses passos no Brasil, também, de sair só dos grandes cinco festivais, Cannes, Berlim, Toronto, Oscar e Veneza, e conseguir olhar para outros lugares, que são também super catalisadores de carreiras no mundo todo não só aqui”, diz Thales. Uma coprodução Brasil–Estados Unidos, “Antônio Odisseia”, chega a Los Angeles com apresentações nos dias 23 e 24 de fevereiro dentro da programação do Slamdance Film Festival.

Send a textWhat happens when your career dream and your life dream collide in the same month? In this episode, Cassidy sits down with filmmaker Joseph Austin II as he prepares for two massive "world premieres": the debut of his second feature film, A Story About You, at the Slamdance Film Festival, and the birth of his first daughter. Joseph shares the incredible story of winning a $60,000 Panavision grant that greenlit his latest project and the technical hurdles of shooting a feature with a tiny, three-person crew. We explore Joseph's journey from a college junior searching for a path to becoming a filmmaker whose work is now recognized on the global stage. He opens up about dealing with rejection, the importance of "advocating for your vision," and why he believes human-led storytelling will always hold a special power over AI. Key Highlights:The Panavision Grant: How Joseph turned a festival win into a greenlit feature. Indie Production Secrets: Managing 130-lb camera setups with just three people. Creative Restoration: Why Sankofa Bookstore in DC is a vital hub for his inspiration. The Industry's Future: Joseph's perspective on the merger-heavy world of TV and the rise of AI. Whether you are an aspiring director or a lover of independent cinema, Joseph's story is a masterclass in perseverance, humility, and the art of "simplifying" the daunting task of making a movie. ✨ Selected links from the episode: ✨Joseph's IG: https://www.instagram.com/josephaustinii/A Story About You at Slamdance:https://slamdance.com/26-lineup/Slamdance Film Festival: February 19th–25th in Los Angeles (and virtually!)

Crystal welcomes actor and filmmaker Shannon Wallace on the Keep It Positive, Sweetie Show to discuss Shannon's journey in both photography and acting. Shannon shares his experiences from growing up as a shy child in Long Island to gaining confidence in college. He talks about transitioning from social work to modeling and eventually acting, using each phase of his career to build skills and fulfill his artistic ambitions. They discuss his work in notable shows, the impact of personal loss, and how acting in 'City on a Hill' helped him deal with his brother's tragic death. Shannon highlights his new projects, including a film premiering at Slam Dance, and shares insights into his personal life and relationships.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 193 - Testimony Series: Second Chances and God's Timing - with Julie Korogodon This episode is part of our December testimony series. Julie Korogodon shares about a disappointing experience pitching to Hollywood agents. After God provided an opportunity to pitch to one of the same agents, she was surprised at an enthusiastic response. Julie emphasizes her faith and how God worked through her disappointment to bring about this new opportunity. She reflects on the importance of trusting in God's timing, even in the face of potential rejections.Bio:Julie Korogodon started her artistic journey acting in theatre, eventually founding Way Theatre Artists, a dramaturg-driven company producing critically acclaimed shows with a focus on increasing community engagement. She completed a Graduate Certificate in Writing for TV at UCLA's School for Theatre, Film & Television - Professional Programs Division. Prior to UCLA, she earned a Graduate Certificate from Dallas Theological Seminary and has been active in various ministries including teaching children and volunteering in urban outreach. As a member of Story Summit Julie develops her feature screenwriting projects. Her writing aims to magnify the complexities of humanity, drawing people closer to one other, leading to positive change, both personal and societal. It has placed as semifinalist and finalist in Slamdance, World Film Festival in Cannes and other competitions. Julie lives with her husband and son in northern NJ and works in healthcare analytics and strategy.www.juliekorogodon.comhttps://www.instagram.com/juliekorogodonFAFF Association Online Meetups: https://faffassociation.com/#faff-meetingsVIP Producers Mentorship Program https://www.faffassociation.com/vip-producers-mentorship Jaclyn's Book - In the Beginning, Middle and End: A Screenwriter's Observations of LIfe, Character, and God: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D9R7XS9VThe Faith & Family Filmmakers podcast helps filmmakers who share a Christian worldview stay in touch, informed, and inspired. Releasing new episodes every week, we interview experts from varying fields of filmmaking; from screenwriters, actors, directors, and producers, to film scorers, talent agents, and distributors. It is produced and hosted by Geoffrey Whitt and Jaclyn Whitt , and is brought to you by the Faith & Family Filmmakers Association Support Faith & Family Filmmakers Our mission is to help filmmakers who share a Christian Worldview stay in touch, informed, and inspired. If you would like to assist with the costs of producing this podcast, you can help by leaving a tip.Get Email Notifications Enter the Faith & Family Screenwriting Awards festival Faith and Family Screenwriting Academy: https://www.faffassociation.com/Script Notes and Coaching:

In this episode, we sit down with award-winning filmmaker Zoé Eisenberg, writer and director of Chaperone — the acclaimed age-gap romance drama that's taking Hawai‘i (and the indie world) by storm.After its world premiere at Slamdance, where it won the Jury Award for Best Breakout Feature, Chaperone has captivated audiences across the islands during its limited theatrical run — and now available on Digital + VOD.Critics are calling it “Hawai‘i's May/December,” and with its 100% Fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes, Chaperone dives deep into questions of desire, morality, and power dynamics — all set against the lush, cinematic backdrop of Hawaii.Join us as Zoé shares how she approached a story both intimate and provocative, the challenges of shooting in paradise, and how Chaperone opens up a nuanced conversation about age, agency, and emotional truth.

ONE HOT FEST – BIFF is a special mini-series from One Heat Minute Productions. Host Blake Howard takes you inside the Brisbane International Film Festival — from filmmaker interviews and festival dispatches to reviews and discussions with guests and critics — relaying the energy, stories, and chaos that, in its heyday, made it one of Australia's unmissable film events.Synopsis:After wildfires take his ranch, a cowboy named Dusty winds up in a FEMA camp, finding community with others who lost homes, including his daughter and ex-wife.Billy Ray BrewtonBilly Ray is an award-winning writer/director for the stage and screen, a film festival professional with over 20-years of experience programming festivals both large and small, and a podcaster who can be heard on some of the most popular film podcasts around. He was the subject of the 2014 documentary, "Skanks", which world premiered at the Slamdance Film Festival. In 2016, Billy Ray made his directorial debut with the award-winning dramatic horror film, "Show Yourself". Since, he served as an associate producer on "The Mortuary Collection", released by Shudder; a producer on the documentary, "Socks on Fire", which took home "Best Documentary" at the Tribeca Film Festival; a producer on the short film, "Pool Shark", which has 100+ million views on YouTube; and is currently producer of "Coroner to the Stars" (world premiering Slamdance 2025), and an associate producer on the upcoming documentary, "Mental Health and Horror". Billy Ray launched Make Believe Theatricals in 2025.One Heat Minute ProductionsWEBSITE: oneheatminute.comTWITTER: @OneBlakeMinute & @OHMPodsMERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/en-au/stores/one-heat-minute-productionsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/one-heat-minute-productions/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

ONE HOT FEST – BIFF is a special mini-series from One Heat Minute Productions. Host Blake Howard takes you inside the Brisbane International Film Festival — from filmmaker interviews and festival dispatches to reviews and discussions with guests and critics — relaying the energy, stories, and chaos that, in its heyday, made it one of Australia's unmissable film events.Synopsis:Balthazar (Jaeden Martell) is a wealthy teenage boy attending a private school in New York with the help of a life coach. The catch is that he can cry on command, prompting him to upload videos of himself fake-crying about political issues to the internet in an attempt to win over his activist crush. Things become serious when a would-be mass shooter (Asa Butterfield) begins trolling him for speaking against gun violence, causing Balthazar to travel to Texas to confront him.Billy Ray BrewtonBilly Ray is an award-winning writer/director for the stage and screen, a film festival professional with over 20-years of experience programming festivals both large and small, and a podcaster who can be heard on some of the most popular film podcasts around. He was the subject of the 2014 documentary, "Skanks", which world premiered at the Slamdance Film Festival. In 2016, Billy Ray made his directorial debut with the award-winning dramatic horror film, "Show Yourself". Since, he served as an associate producer on "The Mortuary Collection", released by Shudder; a producer on the documentary, "Socks on Fire", which took home "Best Documentary" at the Tribeca Film Festival; a producer on the short film, "Pool Shark", which has 100+ million views on YouTube; and is currently producer of "Coroner to the Stars" (world premiering Slamdance 2025), and an associate producer on the upcoming documentary, "Mental Health and Horror". Billy Ray launched Make Believe Theatricals in 2025.One Heat Minute ProductionsWEBSITE: oneheatminute.comTWITTER: @OneBlakeMinute & @OHMPodsMERCH: https://www.teepublic.com/en-au/stores/one-heat-minute-productionsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/one-heat-minute-productions/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Our two new books... STORY QUESTIONS is currently 10% off! - https://payhip.com/b/ZTvq9 and 17 Steps To Writing A Great Main Character - https://payhip.com/b/kCZGd Watch the video version of this podcast on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QETocuz3028 0:00 - I Thought You Had To Be Crazy To Be A Filmmaker 13:04 - I've Submitted 10 Times To The Nicholl Fellowships, Here's How I Won 35:01 - The Writing Process I Use To Discover What A Screenplay Is Really About 45:14 - One Truth No One Can Teach You About Screenwriting 1:05:47 - How To Trick Your Brain Into Writing Better Characters 1:21:38 - 3 Rules For Writing A Great Scene 1:33:43 - How To Find The Right Actor 1:39:11 - How To Film A Movie In The Mountains 1:50:38 - Everyone Who Wants To Be A Filmmaker Should Also Have A Practical Industry Job 2:05:18 - What I Wish I Knew About Making Money As A Filmmaker Maybe it was growing up in Arkansas as a Canadian, or the summers in rural Ireland with his grandparents, but Daniel has always been drawn to out-of-place characters, strange environments, and the unique rhythms of how people talk. He just completed post on his horror film “Succubus,” starring Ron Perlman and Rosanna Arquette, to be released in 2024. Crossing over 500 screens in the U.S. and beginning its run in the U.K. is his feature “Hard Miles,” starring Golden Globe-winner Matthew Modine and Oscar-Nominee Sean Astin, which has won multiple awards and screened at prestigious festivals including Chicago International, Heartland Film Festival, and Cinequest. Prior to that, Daniel directed the true-story feature “Miss Virginia,” starring three-time Emmy-winner Uzo Aduba, Oscar-Nominee Aunjanue Ellis, and Vanessa Williams. The film was listed as a New York Times and USA Today Must-See Fall Movie, won the Audience Award at The Naples Film Festival, and received a limited theatrical release, cable premiere on BET, and streaming deal with Netflix. As a writer, Daniel is a winner of The Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences Nicholl Fellowship in Screenwriting, as well as the Slamdance, ScriptPipeline, and Screencraft writing awards. He also explores storytelling as an editor, with ten features under his belt, including horror film “What Lies Below,” starring Mena Suvari, which hit #1 on Netflix, and “Supercell” starring Alec Baldwin, Anne Heche, and Skeet Ulrich, which hit #1 on Hulu. Daniel hopes to continue telling cinematic, character-driven stories long past the time any sane person would have retired. CONNECT WITH HARD MILES https://linktr.ee/hardmiles_movie MORE VIDEOS WITH R.J. DANIEL HANNA https://tinyurl.com/2p859pbd SUBSCRIBE TO THE FILM COURAGE YOUTUBE CHANNEL http://bit.ly/18DPN37 SUPPORT FILM COURAGE BY BECOMING A MEMBER https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs8o1mdWAfefJkdBg632_tg/join SUPPORT FILM COURAGE BY BECOMING A PATRON https://www.patreon.com/filmcourage

"Written in the Stars"Got writer's block? Want to unlock the art of storytelling? Grab you tarot deck and astrology chart, and let's get creative with Kacy Boccumini, a certified tarot reader, medium, and filmmaker. Afraid of Nothing podcast host Bob Heske took a workshop with Kacy at Lilydale over the summer, and revisits the experience with our listeners. Kacy also shares some paranormal encounters - including a personal ghost story that is unique and unsettling. Sometimes co-host Cuyle Carvin joins the discussion!ABOUT KACY BOCCUMINIKacy Boccumini is an award-winning writer, filmmaker, and medium from Los Angeles. He's the founder of My Best Guy, an independent film production company, and The Lighthouse, a spiritual hub offering classes, readings, and healing work. He holds a Master's degree from NYU's Tisch School of the Arts and a BFA in Film and Digital Media from UC Santa Cruz, where he graduated with honors and received a Dean's Award for his work on Scorsese's filmic evolution.Kacy spent 17 years at Sony Pictures leading innovation in physical and digital distribution, earning multiple service awards—including a DEG Award for cross-industry leadership on EMA TV avails. In his community, he became the first openly trans person elected to the Miracle Mile Neighborhood Council, where he served as Treasurer. As a filmmaker, his work has screened at major festivals like Slamdance, LA Shorts, Outfest, and NewFilmmakers Los Angeles. His debut short, Last First Kiss, was nominated for Best Dramatic Short of 2025. Most recently, he taught two classes at the renowned Lily Dale Assembly, including his original workshop “Written in the Stars,” which blends writing with tarot and astrology.You can see his films by visiting www.mybestguy.com or see his class and service offerings at www.lightwork.care. Creepy music accompanying Kacy's ghost story courtesy of Zapsplat.com.$10 Afraid of Nothing merch - and more - at the Afraid of Nothing Shopify store. Visit afraidofnothingpodcast.com or use this url:https://www.afraidofnothingpodcast.com/p/shopify-store/Never be afraid to look good and have cool merch! Support the showSUPPORT THE PODCAST NEW: SHOP OUR STORE ON SHOPIFY!Never Be Afraid to Look Good at https://383e86-d1.myshopify.com/.FOLLOW/SUBSCRIBE/REVIEW...On our website at afraidofnothingpodcast.com.SUBSCRIBE...Your gracious donation here helps defray production costs. Beyond my undying gratitude, you will also will be shouted out in an upcoming episode.WATCH ON YOUTUBE...We are uploading past episodes on our Youtube channel. WATCH THE DOC… VIMEO ON DEMAND: Rent the Afraid of Nothing documentary here: https://vimeo.com/ondemand/aondoc. TUBI: watch for free with ads on tubitv.com. REVIEW OUR FILM ON ROTTEN TOMATOES...Write your five-star review here.

In this episode of the No Film School Podcast, host GG Hawkins sits down with writer-director Zoe Eisenberg to discuss her provocative and powerful debut feature Chaperone, which won the Grand Jury Prize for Best Breakout Feature at Slamdance. Set in Hawaii, the film explores a taboo relationship between a woman and a teenage boy and dives deep into themes of loneliness, desire, and moral ambiguity. GG and Zoe unpack the journey from novelist to filmmaker, the unique challenges of indie production on a remote island, and how a community-driven approach made the film possible. Plus, GG shares her own experiences pitching at the Gotham Project Market, with special guest and No Film School founder Ryan Koo reflecting on his own path from Gotham to Netflix. In this episode, No Film School's GG Hawkins, Jason Hellerman, and guests discuss... The inspiration behind Chaperone and what made the film's provocative premise resonate How Zoe transitioned from novelist to filmmaker without formal film school training The role of the Hawaii film community in supporting ultra-low-budget indie filmmaking Casting the leads, chemistry reads, and how Zoe found her actors on Instagram GG's experience at the Gotham Project Market and Ryan Koo's career post-Gotham Why AFM can be both a useful tool and a tough experience for emerging filmmakers Navigating rejection, finding investors locally, and the importance of perseverance How Chaperone finally found distribution and is preparing for a VOD release Memorable Quotes: "I laughed a lot, but then I became very fixated… what kind of woman would have said yes to that?" "Everyone wants to get in on a train that's already moving." "I'm not that special. If I want to watch or read it, then other women like myself will as well." "Protect the movie and protect the actors you believe in." Guests: Zoe Eisenberg Ryan Koo Resources: Chaperone on Letterboxd Zoe Eisenberg's novel Significant Others The Gotham Project Market Find No Film School everywhere: On the Web: No Film School Facebook: No Film School on Facebook Twitter: No Film School on Twitter YouTube: No Film School on YouTube Instagram: No Film School on Instagram

You expect a first feature to show its stripes a bit. And be a little bit excusable. As in, well, this is my guest, Zoe Eisenberg's first feature, so give her a little credit for just getting it done. Zoe said hell no — let's just jump to fantastic filmmaking. The best way I'd describe CHAPERONE (2024) is a slow burn that builds into a bonfire. The film's logline: “Alienated by friends and family for her lack of ambition, 29 year old Misha finds a dangerous acceptance in a bright 18 year old athlete who mistakes her for a fellow student.”And the ending will shock you. This is an assured debut for a new talent. In this conversation, Zoe and I talk about:All her various art forms and what she considers herself — filmmaker, writer, producer?;How she got involved in filmmaking;What constitutes a “bad” film — is it the writing?;How did CHAPERONE come about and what does she want people to think about when they watch it;Her insane casting story of just sliding into the lead's DMs — and making it work through an insane level of preparation;What it was like making a feature film in Hawaii and its protective nature;Whether she'd do anything different in the rollout of the film since Slamdance 2024;The ending — it will shock you (no spoilers);What's next for her.Zoe's Indie Filmmaker Highlight: Alika TenganMemorable Quotes:“I got into filmmaking because I fell in love with a filmmaker.”“Sometimes I'll think they had to take a lot of notes. CHAPERONE is a completely independent film…very scrappy and that posed a ton of challenges.”“I want [viewers] to trust me because the first 15 minutes, the first 20 minutes can even feel like a cheesy rom-com, which is intentional because then we go somewhere else.”“Hawaii's relationship with the world has been so extractive in the last 200 years.”“Once MAY DECEMBER (2023) came out, we were like, okay, we're Hawaii's MAY DECEMBER or Hawaii's BABYGIRL (2024).”“Without giving anything away, the film is a tragedy.”Links:Watch CHAPERONE Now Follow Zoe On InstagramSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/first-time-go/exclusive-content

My guest today is Leo Louis II. Louis has been a community advocate in a multitude of roles, including gang intervention, urban farming and entrepreneurship for over a decade. Louis began his career in advocacy while a sophomore at North Omaha High School, where he drafted a 10 point  email addressing issues relating to gang violence and CC'd every person in the school, which led to community-centered gang intervention programming that is still active.He has also worked with the Malcolm X Foundation where he helped create the Shabazz Community Garden before serving as Board President of the organization from 2019 to 2024. He also stars in a new film called My Omaha, a documentary highlighting  social movements during the social and political unrest in Omaha in 2020. My Omaha,  directed by Nick Beaulieu (Bow-lee-yew) was selected to the Slamdance, Middlebury, and Ashland Film festivals. Today, we're talking about the intrinsic connection with social justice and hip hop, ways community members can be more involved in the state legislative process, and how he stays grounded while leading movements.

Episode #129 - In this episode of the Awakened Heart Podcast, Nancy Walters sits down with Paige Williams - award-winning filmmaker, entrepreneur, and author of The Creative Keys. Paige is also the founder of AudPop, a global storytelling platform of over 80,000 creators that has awarded more than $10 million in support of impact-driven media.Paige's journey began in Mississippi, where she grew up in a conservative Southern Baptist home. After coming out, her parents launched an ex-gay ministry in response, leading Paige into a period marked by loss, addiction, and the search for identity. Storytelling became her way forward, helping her reclaim her truth, build a successful media company, and create The Creative Keys, a framework that empowers leaders, entrepreneurs, and changemakers to move from fear to creativity, from self-doubt to action, and from control to flow.Her work has been featured in Forbes, The New York Times, and screened at Slamdance, Hot Docs, and VidCon. She's also led impact campaigns that raised millions of dollars and shaped national policy. In this heartfelt conversation, Nancy and Paige explore resilience, the spiritual path of creativity, reclaiming sovereignty, and the courage it takes to live authentically.

This week we're sharing a previously recorded episode from The Lot1 Podcast After Show vault with some one of our fan-favorite guests, Jillian Corsie!–Jillian Corsie is a Filmmaker and Editor working primarily on commercials and feature-length documentaries in addition to directing her own films. On the side, she is a Film Festival Programmer for Slamdance and Salute Your Shorts.Connect with Jillian:➡️ Instagram: @jcorise➡️ TikTok: @salute_your_shortshttps://jilliancorsie.com/About The Lot1 Podcast ✨The Lot1 Podcast is designed for anyone who is interested in or working in filmmaking. Whether you're just starting out or a seasoned veteran, we hope you gain the knowledge you need to improve your craft, achieve your filmmaking goals, or simply get an understanding and appreciation for the roles and duties of your peers and colleagues.☕Tourist Hat Coffee Companyhttps://touristhatcoffeecompany.com/

Tyler and David discuss the movies David saw at this year's Slamdance as well as Payal Kapadia's All We Imagine As Light.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today on What's My Frame I'm joined by Writer/Director, Ryan Landels. This is a beautiful episode spotlighting the importance of community and finding your fellow collaborators. Ryan is a Canadian-born American writer/director who recently sold his genre-bending thriller CUL-DE-SAC to Sony, with his frequent collaborator Jon M. Chu (WICKED) producing.He is currently developing a project in the vein of PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN for Hobie Films, which got both Matt Shakman (THE FANTASTIC FOUR: FIRST STEPS) and Joachim Rønning (TRON: ARES) attached in the pitch stage. Ryan is also writing a four-quadrant fantasy adventure for Electric Somewhere, and wrote the screenplay for JEM AND THE HOLOGRAMS – Universal's live-action adaptation of Hasbro's toyline and animated series that was theatrically released worldwide.In TV, Ryan wrote the multiple Primetime Emmy-winning BEAUTY AND THE BEAST: A 30TH CELEBRATION for Disney+ and ABC, with the hybrid live-action and animation tribute starring Martin Short, Josh Groban, Rita Moreno, David Alan Grier and H.E.R. He recently wrote and directed the hit original movies SANTA TELL ME and SUGARPLUMMED for Hallmark, with SANTA TELL ME becoming the No. 1 new Christmas movie of 2024 across all broadcast networks and streaming platforms. Ryan also adapted TOM CLANCY'S GHOST RECON: WILDLANDS for Amazon and Ubisoft, created and directed ABBY NORMAL for Disney Channel, and wrote and directed on three seasons of Hulu and Paramount's hit streaming series, THE LXD.Ryan is a graduate of the USC School of Cinema-Television, which he attended with the support of a scholarship from the Hollywood Foreign Press Association. His thesis film THE MIDNIGHT EXPRESS went to more than thirty festivals internationally, won the Audience Award at Slamdance and was featured in the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C.Ryan is based out of Los Angeles and a member of the Writers Guild of America, the Producers Guild of America, the Directors Guild of Canada and the Television Academy. He is represented by Rob Carlson at the United Talent Agency and Mike Fera at Kaplan/Perrone.Official SiteFollow Ryan on InstagramTHE MIDNIGHT EXPRESS--What's My Frame, hosted by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Laura Linda Bradley⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the WMF creative community now!Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@whatsmyframe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠IMDb⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠What's My Frame? official site⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠What's My Frame? merch⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this powerful episode of Filmmaker Mixer, we speak with Cameron S. Mitchell and David T. Mitchell, the filmmakers behind Disposable Humanity, which premiered at Slamdance.The film follows a family as they uncover the haunting legacy of the Nazi Aktion T4 program — a state-sanctioned campaign that murdered over 300,000 disabled people and laid the ideological groundwork for the Holocaust. We discuss the ethical responsibility of representing disability and trauma on screen, the family's journey through suppressed history, and how Disposable Humanity reclaims voices lost to erasure and genocide.

Ever thought to yourself or said  out loud  “ I wish I was creative.” I know I have.  I used to tell myself all the  time that I wasn't the creative type.     As it turns out we are all creative in our own way and  the definition of creativity goes beyond the tractional art forms. Tapping in to our flavour of creativity is actually key to our growth and transformation in this next chapter of life.     My guest in this episode is Paige Williams, author of The Creative Keys, a transformational framework for unlocking purpose through storytelling, creativity, and spiritual wisdom. We explore the transformative power of creativity and its role in  personal growth, self connection and reinventions. We chat about how creativity opens the doors to finding purpose, self trust, and surrender and that understanding ourselves as creative beings is key to how we lead in all areas of life from our careers to how we parent.   Paige and I both  share our own journeys of how embracing ourselves as creative beings has impacted our lives.   If you've never thought of yourself as creative or you're ready to explore how tapping into your creativity can change your life this is the episode for you.      Paige Williams — award-winning filmmaker, AI media tech entrepreneur, and author of The Creative Keys, a transformational framework for unlocking purpose through storytelling, creativity, and spiritual wisdom. She's the founder of AudPop, a global video platform connecting diverse creators to brands and audiences. Her work has been featured at Slamdance, Hot Docs, and VidCon, and she's led impact-driven storytelling that has raised millions, influenced national policy, and been featured in Forbes Next1000, Inc., and The New York Times. Through The Creative Keys, Paige helps people tap into their inner knowing and turn their truth into aligned action.   You can find out more about Paige and her work with the Creative Keys here:    https://www.paigewilliams.co/ https://www.instagram.com/paigewilliamscreates https://www.linkedin.com/in/paigewilliamscreates/

Today on the show we have Slamdance Grand Jury winning filmmaker Hasan Oswald. Hasan's story is pretty inspiring. He did exactly what I preach all the time, he picked up a camera and began to tell his story. He made his first short film that was later tweeted by Stephen Fry, and the National Geographic came calling to work on their film Hell on Earth: The Fall of Syria and the Rise of ISIS. He has since covered the water crisis in Flint, Michigan, drug trafficking, and homelessness in Philadelphia. He quickly established a unique ability to capture the human experience through "cinema verité."  His unfettered access to and intimacy with his characters creates a seamless veneer between the filmmaker and subject.After getting much need experience in the field he decided it was time to tell larger stories. His first outing as a feature film director, Higher Love, won him the top award at the Slamdance Film Festival. To finance his film he pulled a page out of Robert Rodriguez's playbook and sold his blood plasma to finance his film.Hasan's filmmaking journey is inspiring to say the least. He is using cinema to tell stories that will hopefully change the way people think. Higher Love is available on all major VOD platforms. His current project focuses on the Yazidi Genocide in Iraq.Enjoy my conversation with Hasan Oswald.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bulletproof-screenwriting-podcast--2881148/support.

In this episode, we sit down with Yun Xie, writer and director of the gripping dystopian drama Under the Burning Sun, fresh off its screening at the 2025 Florida Film Festival. Set in a sun-scorched future where abortion is outlawed, the film follows Mowanza, a survivor of sexual violence, as she embarks on a desperate road journey in search of bodily autonomy. With echoes of Mad Max and rooted in Xie's own reflections on her upbringing in China, Under the Burning Sun explores the cost of choice, survival, and freedom. We talk to Yun about the personal inspirations behind the film, the urgency of telling stories about reproductive rights in today's world, and more.Under the Burning Sun won the Audience Award for Best Narrative Feature at Slamdance 2025, and is screening April 18 at 4:45 PM @ Regal Winter Park Village (Theater B).Learn more at https://floridafilmfestival.com/films/

In this episode of Queer Cinema Catchup, Joe and Allison discuss their experience at Slamdance 2025 in Los Angeles and then specifically dive into the documentary, "The Hole Story," which details the events, mythology, and search for truth surrounding a mysterious hole that appeared on Mount Shasta in California. You can find the podcast's first ever interview with The Hole Story's director Elijah Sullivan, and listen as he shares insights on documentary-making, as well as the complexities of capturing Mount Shasta's unique cultural landscape.00:00 Introduction and Slamdance 2025 Experience00:53 The Big Johnson Documentary06:07 Confessions of Chin-Chin07:23 The Hole Story: Part One12:01 The Hole Story: Part Two20:53 The Hole Story: Part Three30:21 Conspiracy Theories and Skepticism31:27 Interview with Elijah Sullivan 31:52 Elijah's Filmmaking Journey01:03:59 Future Projects and Reflections Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode I sat down with Rachel Handler. Rachel is a filmmaker and actor known for her stint as Peg Leg Doris on AMC's “Interview With the Vampire” and her award-winning Slamdance films “Committed” and “HOW MUCH AM I WORTH?” We discuss the magic of theater and storytelling, her creative processes as both an actor and a writer, the importance of something like the Easterseals Disability Film Challenge for disabled artists and creatives and much, much more.Join The Patreon: Click ⁠⁠Here⁠⁠Follow Rachel: Instagram: @bionic.brunette YouTube: @RachelHandler Website: http://www.rachelahandler.comWatch DON'T TAKE THIS THE WRONG WAY: Click HereLearn More About The Easterseals Disability Film Challenge: Website: https://disabilityfilmchallenge.com YouTube: @TheDisabilityFilmChallenge Instagram: @disabilityfilmchallengeFollow Me: Instagram: ⁠⁠@jill_ilana⁠⁠ , ⁠⁠@alwayslookingup.podcast⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠@jillian_ilana⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠https://www.jillianilana.com⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠alwayslookingup227@gmail.com⁠⁠Read With Me:⁠⁠Goodreads⁠⁠⁠⁠The StoryGraph⁠⁠Relief For Disabled People Impacted By The Los Angeles Fires:Richard Devylder Disaster Relief Fund: ⁠⁠https://disabilitydisasteraccess.org/rd-relief-fund/⁠⁠United Spinal Disaster Relief Grant: ⁠⁠https://unitedspinal.org/disaster-relief-grant/⁠⁠Inevitable Foundation Emergency Relief Fund: ⁠⁠https://www.inevitable.foundation/erf⁠⁠This episode was edited and produced by Ben Curwin

My guest this week I spoke with the Wellness Sheriff-  Hokkaido Hank- who is Joshua Hsu - a licensed massage therapist - who when the mustache comes on he's Hank the Wellness Sheriff.We discussed how Josh is wanting to make massage accessible for others and being able to provide a proper adjustment in 10 min targeting vital triggers points along the neck, shoulder and spine. We spoke what led to the character creation of Hokkaido Hank and his decision to pops up at markets, bars and pop-ups offering chair massages.  The importance of treating yourself and trying to build his business.  We also discussed about his family story that was filmed- Starring Jerry as Himself, Where his father stars in the film and is based on true events, where he gets into a crazy situation which involved the whole family. Events transpired in Orlando, shot in Orlando, with all of them playing as themselves. The film swept the Slamdance 2023 awards. It has played around the whole world except for Orlando until now. Its an Orlando movie with several recognizable locations in the Mills area, will be aired on April 17 at Redlight RedlightLunch with Biggie is a podcast about small business and creatives sharing their stories and inspiring you to pursue your passion, with some sandwich talk on the side. Created, edited, and produced in Orlando, FL by Biggie- the owner of the sandwich-themed clothing brand- ⁠⁠Deli Fresh Threads⁠⁠. Hokkaido Hank Social:Instagram ⁠https://www.instagram.com/hokkaidohank/Webpage: https://hokkaidohank.squarespace.com/Biggie's Social: ⁠⁠Deli Fresh Thread's Instagram⁠⁠- ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/delifreshthreads/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Podcast's Instagram⁠⁠- ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/lunchwithbiggie/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Podcast's Facebook Group⁠⁠- ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/lunchwithbiggie⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Podcast's Twitter-⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/LunchwithBiggie⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Deli Fresh Threads⁠⁠- ⁠⁠ https://DeliFreshThreads.com

On today's episode we are LIVE from WonderCon with creature actor, Trevor Newlin! Trevor is best known for his work as the Xenomorph in "Alien: Romulus", The Monstrosity in "Smile 2", a Wookie in The Mandalorian, and most recently the Chip (in demon form) in the 2025 Slamdance hit, "Portal to Hell"! I've become more and more familiar with Trevor's work and was thrilled to have him on the live WonderCon show.  I talked with Trevor about growing up in Texas and his early ambitions of being a paleontologist, what dinosaur he would want to play in Jurassic Park, his fascination with being a voice actor, how he got into creature acting, our mutual love for Doug Jones, getting cast as the Xenomorph, the crazy costume for The Monstrosity, playing demon Richard Kind in Portal to Hell, your Q&A, and more! A huge Thank You to Trevor Newlin for taking the time to make the drive to Anaheim to join me at WonderCon! Also, a huge thank you to everybody who came out to the show and asked questions. All of you had such great questions and it really made it a lot of fun! Make sure to follow Trevor on all of the links at www.onthemicpodcast.com so you can find out what creature he is playing next! Thank you for having us, WonderCon!  Thank you, Trevor!  Enjoy the episode!

Ali Kolbert is on the pod today. Kerryn and Ali take a deep dive into the world of ethical cheating. This is a super fun episode. We hope you all enjoy it! Follow Ali: https://www.instagram.com/alikolbert/ https://www.alikolbert.com/ FOLLOW THE SHOW: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onlyfeehans/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/OnlyFeehans Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/onlyfeehans/id1538154933 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5ojWPy3lzm1P18ePxAjGFB?si=a9ca6d6a493e474f YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@onlyfeehans FOLLOW KERRYN: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kerrynfeehan/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/FeehanKerryn YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@onlyfeehans Producer & Editor: Tim McLaughlin https://www.instagram.com/hot_comic69/ #KerrynFeehan *** Kerryn Feehan is a New York City based comic. She's been featured on Comedy Central, TruTv, TLC, Sirius Xm, Barstool Sports, Slamdance film festival and countless podcasts she did as favors. She performs nightly in NYC, you can probably see her at The Stand. She has a wildly popular podcast called OnlyFeehans and a cartoon on YouTube called Kerryn Sucks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben Hethcoat opens up about his decade-long journey creating the documentary "Coroner To The Stars," which focuses on Dr. Thomas Noguchi, a well-known coroner famous for his work on high-profile celebrity deaths, including those of Marilyn Monroe and Natalie Wood. Ben draws inspiration from documentary legend Errol Morris.He tackles the difficulties of addressing sensitive subjects like death, the personal ties that shaped his filmmaking, and the need to handle public perception and media hype carefully. He also discusses how celebrity death investigations have changed over time and the crucial role of archival research in crafting compelling narratives.The film just took home the Audience Award for Best Documentary at Slamdance, and Ben reflects on the emotional significance of unveiling such a deeply personal project to the audience.What Movies Are You Watching?Like, subscribe and follow us on our socials @pastpresentfeature

Award-winning screenwriter Amir Ohebsion joins Best in Fest to share the real journey behind getting an indie film made—from winning Slamdance to self-producing his own features. Discover the highs, the hustle, and the hard truths of Hollywood's screenplay competitions, financing indie films, and why writing with passion is the key to success. Plus, get the inside scoop on All There Is, premiering at the Beverly Hills Film Festival!

Kerryn Feehan and Joe List have a healthy debate about Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Follow Joe: https://www.instagram.com/joelistcomedy/ https://www.youtube.com/@UCZPJkYRPZjJ-QofSS-27Gew https://www.comedianjoelist.com/ FOLLOW THE SHOW: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onlyfeehans/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/OnlyFeehans Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/onlyfeehans/id1538154933 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5ojWPy3lzm1P18ePxAjGFB?si=a9ca6d6a493e474f YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@onlyfeehans FOLLOW KERRYN: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kerrynfeehan/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/FeehanKerryn YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@onlyfeehans Producer & Editor: Nicole Lyons Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicoleclyons Assistant Producer: Madison Lambert #KerrynFeehan *** Kerryn Feehan is a New York City based comic. She's been featured on Comedy Central, TruTv, TLC, Sirius Xm, Barstool Sports, Slamdance film festival and countless podcasts she did as favors. She performs nightly in NYC, you can probably see her at The Stand. She has a wildly popular podcast called OnlyFeehans and a cartoon on YouTube called Kerryn Sucks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a textWarning: this episode is delirious AF. Your bitches kicked March off with a trip to NOLA for Erin's bday/Mardis Gras, and then drove ten hours to Austin to cover the SXSW festival! Erin and Ange sit down at a bar in Austin, Texas, to catch you up on why New Orleans continues to be their favorite city in the world, and what exciting things they have in store for you coming out of SXSW in the coming weeks. Fasten your seatbelts and hold on to your buttholes, you're in for a treat!Support the showThanks for listening and for your support! We couldn't have reached 11 years, recorded 800+ episodes, and won Best of the Bay Best Podcast in 2022 , 2023 , and 2024 without your help! -- Fight fascism. Shop small. Use cash. -- Subscribe to our channel on YouTube for behind the scenes footage! Rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts! Visit our website! www.bitchtalkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram & Facebook Listen every Tuesday at 9 - 10 am on BFF.FM

Send us a textWe're concluding our coverage of Slamdance 2025 with two very timely documentaries that reiterate the need for empathy and activism.Silent Trees follows 16 year-old Runa after the death of her mother on the Polish-Belarusian border as she has to become a mother for her 4 younger brothers. Director Agnieszka Zweifka shares how starting as an activist in the refugee camp led her to direct this film, her immediate connection with Runa and her family, and how Runa's art became a major part of the film.Disposable Humanity follows a family as they investigate the history and memory of the Nazi Aktion T4 program, which targeted over 300,000 disabled people, and was the start of the Holocaust. We were joined by director Cameron S. Mitchell and his father/subject of the film David T. Mitchell, as they explain how the bureaucracy in hospitals and institutions enabled the Nazis, why we must fight against the frightening language of eugenics being repeated by the Trump administration, and the importance of protecting Section 504.Follow Silent Trees on IGFollow Disposable Humanity on IGFollow director Cameron S. Mitchell on IGSupport the showThanks for listening and for your support! We couldn't have reached 11 years, recorded 800+ episodes, and won Best of the Bay Best Podcast in 2022 , 2023 , and 2024 without your help! -- Fight fascism. Shop small. Use cash. -- Subscribe to our channel on YouTube for behind the scenes footage! Rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts! Visit our website! www.bitchtalkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram & Facebook Listen every Tuesday at 9 - 10 am on BFF.FM

Send us a textThis episode of Slamdance 2025 celebrates films that bring thrills and horror!Portal to Hell follows a debt collector as his routine is turned upside down after finding a portal to hell in a laundromat. Director/writer Woody Bess and star Trey Holland discuss making a horror film on a budget, working with acting greats like Keith David and Richard Kind, and the best burgers in LA. In the Mouth is the story of what happens when Merl, who lives a life of recluse, is running low on money and takes on a roommate looking for a place to hide. Actors Colin Burgess and Paul Michael join us to share their delight in the awkwardness of the story, how filming in black and white adds to the tone, and sleeping on an apple orchard in a room full of dolls.Follow Portal to Hell on IGFollow In the Mouth on IGFollow actor Colin Burgess on IGSupport the showThanks for listening and for your support! We couldn't have reached 11 years, recorded 800+ episodes, and won Best of the Bay Best Podcast in 2022 , 2023 , and 2024 without your help! -- Fight fascism. Shop small. Use cash. -- Subscribe to our channel on YouTube for behind the scenes footage! Rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts! Visit our website! www.bitchtalkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram & Facebook Listen every Tuesday at 9 - 10 am on BFF.FM

Send us a textWe're highlighting Slamdance 2025 with two films that explore the different ways in which people process life. The narrative feature Confessions Chin Chin spends the evening at a bar with a cast of misfits as they navigate love, art, secrets, and self-discovery. Director Carolina Perelman shares her thoughts on bar conversations with strangers, sex, and a memorable scene involving an egg yolk.Bloqué is a short film about a drummer with creative block as he follows his memories to the root of his emotional blockage. Director Miguel Ortiz and producer Elizabeth Alvarez join us to share their joy in casting the perfect drummer, Malick Koly, using colors and saturation to match the intensity of the sound, and how they're giving back to indie artists through their production company, TheTelly. Follow director Carolina Perelman on IGFollow director/writer Miguel Ortiz on IGFollow producer Elizabeth Alvarez on IGFollow production company TheTelly on IGSupport the showThanks for listening and for your support! We couldn't have reached 11 years, recorded 800+ episodes, and won Best of the Bay Best Podcast in 2022 , 2023 , and 2024 without your help! -- Fight fascism. Shop small. Use cash. -- Subscribe to our channel on YouTube for behind the scenes footage! Rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts! Visit our website! www.bitchtalkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram & Facebook Listen every Tuesday at 9 - 10 am on BFF.FM

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Send us a textWe're at Slamdance 2025 celebrating two films that center around family issues.BANR is a narrative feature about a couple who has been together for forty years struggling with how to cope with the onset of Alzheimer's as the disease takes its toll. We were joined by director Erica Xia-Hou (夏侯云姗), who explains why she wrote the film during the pandemic as her grandmother was struggling with Alzheimer's, how a last minute dog adoption turned into a star of the film, and the everlasting power of love. Project Dad is a documentary short shot by a feminist daughter trying to connect with her pickup artist dad who helps men succeed at dating on Tinder. Director/subject Camilla jämting joins us to share how she was able to separate being a director and being a daughter, why her cameraman had to stop filming during a certain intense scene, and being ok with relationships that are complicated.Follow director Erica Xia-Hou (夏侯云姗) on IGFollow director Camilla Jämting on IGSupport the showThanks for listening and for your support! We couldn't have reached 11 years, recorded 800+ episodes, and won Best of the Bay Best Podcast in 2022 , 2023 , and 2024 without your help! -- Fight fascism. Shop small. Use cash. -- Subscribe to our channel on YouTube for behind the scenes footage! Rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts! Visit our website! www.bitchtalkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram & Facebook Listen every Tuesday at 9 - 10 am on BFF.FM

In this episode of No Film School, GG Hawkins sits down with Erin Brown Thomas, the director of Chasers, a 30-minute single-take short that played both Sundance and Slamdance 2025. Erin shares how she navigated festival promotion, the complexities of grassroots outreach, and why personalized marketing is critical for indie filmmakers. She also dives into the deeper themes of Chasers, which explores red flags in dating and the hustle culture of the entertainment industry. In this episode, No Film School's GG Hawkins and Erin Brown Thomas discuss: How Chasers came to life and why Erin chose the oner format Her experience at Sundance and prepping for Slamdance in Los Angeles Why festival outreach feels like producing another film How she balances multiple roles in the industry while keeping her projects moving The financial realities of indie filmmaking and how to fundraise creatively Why personalized outreach is critical for making industry connections Memorable Quotes: “I spent most of my time at Sundance doing grassroots promotion for Chasers, but certain opportunities were just also really, really fun. We did a lot of panels. The panels in particular were like my favorite thing. We did a flash mob on Main Street—that was so much fun.” (2:50) “You're really looking at like a full-time job as if you're making a whole other movie when you have an opportunity to play on this larger scale.” (3:16) “Every email you write, you want it to be bespoke. You want it to be personal. Everything needs to be done with grace and intention, walking that fine balance of being really confident that you're in the right place but also being, you know, grateful.” (4:08) “It's always so much easier to stand up for yourself when somebody else who loves you is in the room. And by putting a film like this out into the open, I'm having those discussions with people who care about me.” (21:16) Guest: Erin Brown Thomas – Director of Chasers, festival programmer, and multi-hyphenate filmmaker passionate about lifting up other creatives. Resources: Chasers Film – Official Linktree Extraction 2 Director Sam Hargrave on Oners, Stunts, and Filmmaking All No Film School Articles on Oners Erin Brown Thomas on IMDb Find No Film School everywhere: On the Web: No Film School Facebook: No Film School on Facebook Twitter: No Film School on Twitter YouTube: No Film School on YouTube Instagram: No Film School on Instagram

Pirate radio takes center stage as The Projection Booth tunes into 40 Watts from Nowhere (2025), the riveting true story of an underground FM station broadcasting from the shadows of 1990s Los Angeles. Host Mike White sits down with the film's director, Sue Franklin, to explore the rebellious spirit behind the airwaves, the challenges of bringing this real-life outlaw operation to the screen, and the cultural impact of independent radio in the pre-internet era.Catch it at the Slamdance 2025 film festival.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-projection-booth-podcast--5513239/support.

We finally got another chance to bring everyone together at Squatters and enjoy a NSFW Podcast recording with all the swears, stories and more!!

Mel Stephens! Writer! Director! Comedian! More! FROM HER WEBSITE: Melissa Stephens (@melmstephens on social media) is a comedian, writer, and director from the Peach State, and has dual citizenship in the UK. Melissa wrote on staff of Brett Goldstein & William Bridges' AMC anthology series SOULMATES, now streaming on Amazon Prime (Mel wrote ep 5). She is currently developing a dark comedy series with AMC Studios and UK based Two Brothers Productions, as well as penning a pilot for eOne and Mark Gordon based on her one-hour comedy special “Homebrew.” She is a founding member of IAMA Theatre Company, has been a member of Groundlings' Sunday Company, and regularly performs stand-up around Los Angeles. Her directorial debut, PEEN, was a Vimeo Staff Pick, and the short series she wrote and directed, FINDING THE ASSHOLE, was chosen to show at Slamdance and is currently in development on multiple TV and Film projects.  We had a great chat! You can have a great listen! And this is only the first HALF of our chat! For the second half, you can subscribe via Apple Podcasts or just click on over here to Patreon!