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Facing death rewires your view of the world. Today's guest, bestselling author and legendary war reporter Sebastian Junger, can explain how. In this episode, Sebastian opens up to Ryan about the sudden, freak medical emergency that nearly killed him in minutes and how that moment completely rewired the way he thinks about time, technology, fear, fatherhood, and what actually matters.Sebastian Junger is the #1 New York Times Bestselling author of The Perfect Storm, Fire, A Death In Belmont, War, Tribe, Freedom and In My Time Of Dying. As an award-winning journalist, a contributing editor to Vanity Fair and a special correspondent at ABC News, he has covered major international news stories around the world, and has received both a National Magazine Award and a Peabody Award. Junger is also a documentary filmmaker whose debut film "Restrepo", a feature-length documentary (co-directed with Tim Hetherington), was nominated for an Academy Award and won the Grand Jury Prize at Sundance. He is also the founder and director of Vets Town Hall.Follow Sebastian on Instagram @SebastianJungerOfficial and on X @SebastianJunger

The Stringer : The man who took the photo là một cuộc điều tra. Phóng viên ảnh người Mỹ Gary Knight là nhân vật trung tâm. Tất cả bắt nguồn từ một tuyên bố của Carl Robinson, nguyên là nhân viên của hãng thông tấn Agence Press ở Sàigon năm 1972. Nick Ut hay Nguyễn Thành Nghệ là tác giả bức ảnh Em Bé Napalm ? « Vài lời về một trong những tấm ảnh nổi tiếng nhất trong lịch sử của các phóng viên chiến trường từ 50 năm qua. Đó là hình ảnh một bé gái bị phỏng nặng chạy thoát sau một trận dội bom … Tác giả bức ảnh được cho là Nick Ut, phóng viên ảnh của hãng thông tấn Mỹ AP… Nhưng nếu như người chụp tấm Em Bé Napalm lại không phải là ông ấy thì sao ? » Nhà báo người Pháp Nicolas Poincaré hôm 11/10/2025 đã giới thiệu về phim tài liệu The Stringer, hành trình đi tìm sự thật về tác giả bức ảnh Em Bé Napalm. Phim được được trình chiếu trong khuôn khổ chương trình tuần lễ thành phố Bayeux vùng Calvados-Normandie vinh danh các phóng viên chiến trường. Ở Pháp, phim được trình chiếu trên nền tảng phim trực tuyến Netflix từ ngày 28/11/2025. Tất cả bắt nguồn từ một phát biểu của Carl Robinson, cựu nhân viên của hãng thông tấn Agence Press ở Sài Gòn năm 1972 với Gary Knight. Nick Ut hay Nguyễn Thành Nghệ là tác giả bức ảnh Em Bé Napalm ? Trong cuộc điều tra về tác giả bức ảnh còn được biết đến dưới tên gọi The Terror of War Gary Kngiht đã tìm đến rất nhiều người, tìm kiếm những ai từng có mặt ở Trảng Bàng, ngày 08/06/1972. Hai người vắng mặt trong phim là Em bé Napalm bà Phan Thị Kim Phúc và phóng viên ảnh, Nick Ut. Trong đoạn phim tài liệu năm 1972, một phóng viên người Mỹ nhận định « Sau hai lượt bay, rõ ràng là các máy bay ném bom Skyraiders đã chọn nhầm mục tiêu … và trong đợt bay thứ ba, họ thả 4 quả bom napalm, trúng vào thường dân và các quân nhân ở Trảng Bàng ». Trước ống kính truyền hình và báo chí quốc tế, bất chợt, một cô bé 9 tuổi, trần truồng, bị bỏng nặng, cùng nhiều đứa trẻ từ ngôi làng này hoảng loạn chạy ra quốc lộ : Vừa chạy vừa la khóc, đau đớn, hoảng loạn. Bức ảnh Em Bé Napalm ngày 08/06/1972 trở thành biểu tượng của « địa ngục chiến tranh Việt Nam », đi vòng quanh thế giới, được bình chọn là « hình ảnh trong năm » và đoạt giải thưởng Pulitzer. Gần nửa thế kỷ, phóng viên ảnh Nick Ut được cho là người đã ghi được khoảnh khắc nói lên sự ghê rợn của chiến tranh. Trong những thước phim đã bạc màu thời gian, Nick Út từng thuật lại với báo chí quốc tế là ông đã trông thấy Kim Phúc chạy ra khỏi ngôi làng vừa bị dội bom như thế nào và đã đưa cô đến bệnh viện. Thế nhưng, The Stringer ra mắt công chúng lần đầu tiên trong khuôn khổ liên hoan Sundance hồi tháng 1/2025 đã nêu lên một câu hỏi bất ngờ. Đạo diễn Bảo Nguyễn đã sớm được nhà sản xuất và đoàn phim mời cùng đồng hành trong cuộc điều tra về tác giả bức ảnh nổi tiếng nói trên. Trả lời RFI Việt ngữ trước khi The Stringer được công chiếu tại Bayeux tháng 10/2025 đạo diễn Bảo Nguyễn giải thích vì sao anh đã nhận lời với phóng viên ảnh Gary Knight và đoàn phim : Với anh, theo đuổi và tìm kiếm sự thật phải là một ưu tiên.   Bảo Nguyễn : Bộ phim bắt đầu bằng cuộc điều tra với phóng viên ảnh Gary Knight và đã được dựng lên cùng với Terri Lichstein và Fionna Turner. Điểm khởi đầu là một thư điện tử của Carl Robinson, cựu biên tập ảnh của hãng tin AP tại văn phòng Sài Gòn. Ông ấy đã thú nhận với Gary Knight và thế là nhóm làm phim bắt đầu mở cuộc điều tra. Họ đã liên hệ với tôi khá sớm vì tôi là một nhà làm phim tài liệu. Cá nhân tôi cũng đang cân nhắc liệu mình có muốn thực hiện bộ phim này hay không, bởi như chị nói, bức ảnh Em Bé Napalm là cả một biểu tượng .. Tuy nhiên tôi nghĩ, với tư cách một người tiếp nhận báo chí – tôi không phải nhà báo, tôi là một nhà làm phim – ngành báo chí thôi thúc chúng ta luôn nêu lên những nghi vấn và luôn đi tìm sự thật. Khi chưa biết cuộc điều tra sẽ dẫn đến đâu, tôi nghĩ điều quan trọng đối với chúng tôi, đặc biệt là với tôi, là ghi lại quá trình điều tra, khám phá mọi góc nhìn khác nhau của ngày hôm đó -ngày mà tác giả đã chụp được bức ảnh Em Bé Napalm ở Trảng Bàng và tìm hiểu xem rằng, ai có thể đã chụp bức ảnh đó nếu như tác giả không phải là Nick Ut. RFI : Từ chiến dịch Tràng Bàng đến nay đã hơn 50 năm trôi qua. Trong quá trình làm phim anh và đoàn phim đã phải vượt qua những khó khăn nào ? Làm sao tìm lại được các nhân chứng từng có mặt ở ngôi làng này ngày 08/06/1972 ? Bảo Nguyễn : Vâng, tôi nghĩ một trong những thách thức lớn là bức ảnh được chụp đã hơn 50 năm trước. Rất nhiều nhân chứng trên hiện trường ngày hôm đó nay không còn nữa. Nhiều lần tôi cũng tự hỏi vì sao vấn đề lại được đặt ra sau 50 năm. Vì sao Carl Robinson lại lên tiếng? Vì sao phóng viên tự do Nguyễn Thành Nghệ chưa bao giờ công khai tiết lộ điều này ? Có rất nhiều câu hỏi mà tôi phải tự tìm hiểu và giải đáp trước khi chúng tôi thật sự bắt đầu hành trình làm phim. Trong quá trình thực hiện bộ phim tài liệu này, tôi dần hiểu rằng, giống như nhiều người tị nạn phải rời bỏ quê hương, họ không có điều kiện hay không hoàn toàn có quyền tự định đoạt để nói về những  quá khứ, bởi vì mối quan tâm hàng đầu của họ là tìm kế sinh nhai, bảo đảm cuộc sống trong một môi trường mới. Trước hết họ phải chăm lo cho gia đình, cho nên họ không nói về quá khứ nữa. Và bây giờ, trong quá trình làm phim, tôi hiểu rằng đó là một trong những lý do ông Nghệ đã không thể lên tiếng, cũng như một người đảm trách phầm âm thanh cho đài NBC hôm đó, trước công chúng, ông này cũng chưa bao giờ kể về những gì đã diễn ra ở Trảng Bàng hôm 08/06/1972. Giờ đây mọi người mới hỏi : Tại sao đến 53 năm sau mới lại đặt ra câu hỏi ai là tác giả bức ảnh Em Bé Napalm. Khi đặt mình vào hoàn cảnh của ông Nghệ, bạn sẽ hiểu rằng họ cảm thấy là họ không có quyền hay không đủ tư cách để nói ra sự thật, nói ra những gì họ đã phải trải qua. Carl Robinson phóng viên của AP cũng vậy. Ông ta đã phải chăm sóc gia đình và không muốn mất việc. Nhìn dưới góc độ này, mọi người sẽ hiểu vì sao họ không lên tiếng. Và dĩ nhiên, việc cố gắng khai mở một câu chuyện và sự thật đã xảy ra hơn 50 năm trước là điều rất khó. Nhưng tôi nghĩ đội ngũ nhà báo đã hoàn thành bổn phận của họ : theo đuổi sự thật và đặt ra những câu hỏi cần thiết. Chúng tôi huy động được các nhà báo Việt Nam tại chỗ, và đây là những người đã đóng vai trò then chốt giúp chúng tôi tìm được những nhân chứng từng có mặt ở Trảng Bàng năm 1972. Là một nhà báo, chị có thể hiểu những khó khăn trong việc nghiên cứu và tìm kiếm nhân chứng. Tôi rất tôn trọng các nhà báo trong bộ phim và mức độ chuyên nghiệp của họ khi kết nối được với những người mà suốt 50 năm họ đã im lặng về chuyện ở Trảng Bàng. Các cộng tác viên ở Việt Nam đã gọi rất nhiều cuộc điện thoại, hỏi han mọi người, gõ cửa từng nhà. Theo nhiều cách, đó là lời tri ân đối với tinh thần báo chí đúng theo nghĩa của nó.   RFI : The Stringer ra mắt công chúng lần đầu vào tháng 1/2025 ở liên hoan phim Sundance. Công chúng đã đón nhân phim này như thế nào ? Bảo Nguyễn : Chúng tôi rất vinh dự khi được trình chiếu phim tài liệu The Stringer trên khắp thế giới và như chị vừa nói, lần đầu ở Sundance, rồi tháng 10/2025 là tại thị trấn Bayeux. Sau đó là trên nền tảng truyền hình Netflix. Tại liên hoan phim Sundance, nhiều người đến gặp tôi và nói lời cảm ơn. Rất nhiều người nói rằng họ cảm ơn vì đã kể câu chuyện của ông Nghệ – một câu chuyện chưa bao giờ được nói ra suốt nhiều năm. Khán giả cũng đã cảm ơn vì chúng tôi đã dám mạo hiểm theo đuổi sự thật. Tại Bayeux sự kiện dành để vinh danh các phóng viên chiến trường, chị sẽ có dịp trao đổi với Gary Knight và Fiona Turner, nhưng tôi đã nghe rất nhiều người bày tỏ ngưỡng mộ, cho rằng cả hai đã thật dũng cảm khi thực hiện bộ phim này. RFI : Sau The Stringer dự án kế tiếp của đạo diễn Bảo Nguyễn là gì  ? Bảo Nguyễn : Vâng, cảm ơn chị đã hỏi. Bộ phim tiếp theo của tôi rất khác với The Stringer. Tôi đang chuẩn bị làm phim về Jimi Hendrix, nghệ sĩ guitar rock huyền thoại. Phim này sẽ tập trung vào một giai đoạn cụ thể trong cuộc đời của ông khi sống ở Luân Đôn, vào thời điểm đầu sự nghiệp. Đương nhiên, thế giới của Hendrix hoàn toàn khác với The Stringer, nhưng tôi cảm thấy mình thật sự may mắn khi có thể kể lại những câu chuyện như vậy. RFI : Thành thật cảm ơn Bảo Nguyễn dành cho RFI tiếng Việt buổi nói chuyện hôm nay. Chương trình được thu âm trước khi phim ra mắt khán giả tại Pháp. Về phần nhiếp ảnh gia Nick Ut, trả lời nhà báo Thanh Phương nhân dịp được mời đến dự liên hoan ảnh Visa de l'Image tại thành phố Perpignan, miền nam nước Pháp hồi mùa hè vừa qua, ông cho biết đã xem phim The Stringer và khẳng định lại ông là tác giả bức ảnh Em Bé Napalm. Bất luận ai mới là tác giả thực thụ của Em Bé Napalm, một trong những bức ảnh nổi tiếng nhất về chiến tranh trên thế giới của thế kỷ 20, phim The Stringer trước hết là một cuộc điều tra nghiêm túc : Gary Knight và đoàn phim đã không quản công tìm kiếm các nhân chứng, họ còn huy động cả những đội ngũ chuyên gia từ Mỹ, từ Luân Đôn hay Paris …. để đi tìm sự thật… Trong thời đại mà sự thật thường bị bóp méo, chỉ riêng nỗ lực này cũng đủ mang lại giá trị cho bộ phim tài liệu nói về một phóng viên ảnh tự do : The Stringer.

The Stringer : The man who took the photo là một cuộc điều tra. Phóng viên ảnh người Mỹ Gary Knight là nhân vật trung tâm. Tất cả bắt nguồn từ một tuyên bố của Carl Robinson, nguyên là nhân viên của hãng thông tấn Agence Press ở Sàigon năm 1972. Nick Ut hay Nguyễn Thành Nghệ là tác giả bức ảnh Em Bé Napalm ? « Vài lời về một trong những tấm ảnh nổi tiếng nhất trong lịch sử của các phóng viên chiến trường từ 50 năm qua. Đó là hình ảnh một bé gái bị phỏng nặng chạy thoát sau một trận dội bom … Tác giả bức ảnh được cho là Nick Ut, phóng viên ảnh của hãng thông tấn Mỹ AP… Nhưng nếu như người chụp tấm Em Bé Napalm lại không phải là ông ấy thì sao ? » Nhà báo người Pháp Nicolas Poincaré hôm 11/10/2025 đã giới thiệu về phim tài liệu The Stringer, hành trình đi tìm sự thật về tác giả bức ảnh Em Bé Napalm. Phim được được trình chiếu trong khuôn khổ chương trình tuần lễ thành phố Bayeux vùng Calvados-Normandie vinh danh các phóng viên chiến trường. Ở Pháp, phim được trình chiếu trên nền tảng phim trực tuyến Netflix từ ngày 28/11/2025. Tất cả bắt nguồn từ một phát biểu của Carl Robinson, cựu nhân viên của hãng thông tấn Agence Press ở Sài Gòn năm 1972 với Gary Knight. Nick Ut hay Nguyễn Thành Nghệ là tác giả bức ảnh Em Bé Napalm ? Trong cuộc điều tra về tác giả bức ảnh còn được biết đến dưới tên gọi The Terror of War Gary Kngiht đã tìm đến rất nhiều người, tìm kiếm những ai từng có mặt ở Trảng Bàng, ngày 08/06/1972. Hai người vắng mặt trong phim là Em bé Napalm bà Phan Thị Kim Phúc và phóng viên ảnh, Nick Ut. Trong đoạn phim tài liệu năm 1972, một phóng viên người Mỹ nhận định « Sau hai lượt bay, rõ ràng là các máy bay ném bom Skyraiders đã chọn nhầm mục tiêu … và trong đợt bay thứ ba, họ thả 4 quả bom napalm, trúng vào thường dân và các quân nhân ở Trảng Bàng ». Trước ống kính truyền hình và báo chí quốc tế, bất chợt, một cô bé 9 tuổi, trần truồng, bị bỏng nặng, cùng nhiều đứa trẻ từ ngôi làng này hoảng loạn chạy ra quốc lộ : Vừa chạy vừa la khóc, đau đớn, hoảng loạn. Bức ảnh Em Bé Napalm ngày 08/06/1972 trở thành biểu tượng của « địa ngục chiến tranh Việt Nam », đi vòng quanh thế giới, được bình chọn là « hình ảnh trong năm » và đoạt giải thưởng Pulitzer. Gần nửa thế kỷ, phóng viên ảnh Nick Ut được cho là người đã ghi được khoảnh khắc nói lên sự ghê rợn của chiến tranh. Trong những thước phim đã bạc màu thời gian, Nick Út từng thuật lại với báo chí quốc tế là ông đã trông thấy Kim Phúc chạy ra khỏi ngôi làng vừa bị dội bom như thế nào và đã đưa cô đến bệnh viện. Thế nhưng, The Stringer ra mắt công chúng lần đầu tiên trong khuôn khổ liên hoan Sundance hồi tháng 1/2025 đã nêu lên một câu hỏi bất ngờ. Đạo diễn Bảo Nguyễn đã sớm được nhà sản xuất và đoàn phim mời cùng đồng hành trong cuộc điều tra về tác giả bức ảnh nổi tiếng nói trên. Trả lời RFI Việt ngữ trước khi The Stringer được công chiếu tại Bayeux tháng 10/2025 đạo diễn Bảo Nguyễn giải thích vì sao anh đã nhận lời với phóng viên ảnh Gary Knight và đoàn phim : Với anh, theo đuổi và tìm kiếm sự thật phải là một ưu tiên.   Bảo Nguyễn : Bộ phim bắt đầu bằng cuộc điều tra với phóng viên ảnh Gary Knight và đã được dựng lên cùng với Terri Lichstein và Fionna Turner. Điểm khởi đầu là một thư điện tử của Carl Robinson, cựu biên tập ảnh của hãng tin AP tại văn phòng Sài Gòn. Ông ấy đã thú nhận với Gary Knight và thế là nhóm làm phim bắt đầu mở cuộc điều tra. Họ đã liên hệ với tôi khá sớm vì tôi là một nhà làm phim tài liệu. Cá nhân tôi cũng đang cân nhắc liệu mình có muốn thực hiện bộ phim này hay không, bởi như chị nói, bức ảnh Em Bé Napalm là cả một biểu tượng .. Tuy nhiên tôi nghĩ, với tư cách một người tiếp nhận báo chí – tôi không phải nhà báo, tôi là một nhà làm phim – ngành báo chí thôi thúc chúng ta luôn nêu lên những nghi vấn và luôn đi tìm sự thật. Khi chưa biết cuộc điều tra sẽ dẫn đến đâu, tôi nghĩ điều quan trọng đối với chúng tôi, đặc biệt là với tôi, là ghi lại quá trình điều tra, khám phá mọi góc nhìn khác nhau của ngày hôm đó -ngày mà tác giả đã chụp được bức ảnh Em Bé Napalm ở Trảng Bàng và tìm hiểu xem rằng, ai có thể đã chụp bức ảnh đó nếu như tác giả không phải là Nick Ut. RFI : Từ chiến dịch Tràng Bàng đến nay đã hơn 50 năm trôi qua. Trong quá trình làm phim anh và đoàn phim đã phải vượt qua những khó khăn nào ? Làm sao tìm lại được các nhân chứng từng có mặt ở ngôi làng này ngày 08/06/1972 ? Bảo Nguyễn : Vâng, tôi nghĩ một trong những thách thức lớn là bức ảnh được chụp đã hơn 50 năm trước. Rất nhiều nhân chứng trên hiện trường ngày hôm đó nay không còn nữa. Nhiều lần tôi cũng tự hỏi vì sao vấn đề lại được đặt ra sau 50 năm. Vì sao Carl Robinson lại lên tiếng? Vì sao phóng viên tự do Nguyễn Thành Nghệ chưa bao giờ công khai tiết lộ điều này ? Có rất nhiều câu hỏi mà tôi phải tự tìm hiểu và giải đáp trước khi chúng tôi thật sự bắt đầu hành trình làm phim. Trong quá trình thực hiện bộ phim tài liệu này, tôi dần hiểu rằng, giống như nhiều người tị nạn phải rời bỏ quê hương, họ không có điều kiện hay không hoàn toàn có quyền tự định đoạt để nói về những  quá khứ, bởi vì mối quan tâm hàng đầu của họ là tìm kế sinh nhai, bảo đảm cuộc sống trong một môi trường mới. Trước hết họ phải chăm lo cho gia đình, cho nên họ không nói về quá khứ nữa. Và bây giờ, trong quá trình làm phim, tôi hiểu rằng đó là một trong những lý do ông Nghệ đã không thể lên tiếng, cũng như một người đảm trách phầm âm thanh cho đài NBC hôm đó, trước công chúng, ông này cũng chưa bao giờ kể về những gì đã diễn ra ở Trảng Bàng hôm 08/06/1972. Giờ đây mọi người mới hỏi : Tại sao đến 53 năm sau mới lại đặt ra câu hỏi ai là tác giả bức ảnh Em Bé Napalm. Khi đặt mình vào hoàn cảnh của ông Nghệ, bạn sẽ hiểu rằng họ cảm thấy là họ không có quyền hay không đủ tư cách để nói ra sự thật, nói ra những gì họ đã phải trải qua. Carl Robinson phóng viên của AP cũng vậy. Ông ta đã phải chăm sóc gia đình và không muốn mất việc. Nhìn dưới góc độ này, mọi người sẽ hiểu vì sao họ không lên tiếng. Và dĩ nhiên, việc cố gắng khai mở một câu chuyện và sự thật đã xảy ra hơn 50 năm trước là điều rất khó. Nhưng tôi nghĩ đội ngũ nhà báo đã hoàn thành bổn phận của họ : theo đuổi sự thật và đặt ra những câu hỏi cần thiết. Chúng tôi huy động được các nhà báo Việt Nam tại chỗ, và đây là những người đã đóng vai trò then chốt giúp chúng tôi tìm được những nhân chứng từng có mặt ở Trảng Bàng năm 1972. Là một nhà báo, chị có thể hiểu những khó khăn trong việc nghiên cứu và tìm kiếm nhân chứng. Tôi rất tôn trọng các nhà báo trong bộ phim và mức độ chuyên nghiệp của họ khi kết nối được với những người mà suốt 50 năm họ đã im lặng về chuyện ở Trảng Bàng. Các cộng tác viên ở Việt Nam đã gọi rất nhiều cuộc điện thoại, hỏi han mọi người, gõ cửa từng nhà. Theo nhiều cách, đó là lời tri ân đối với tinh thần báo chí đúng theo nghĩa của nó.   RFI : The Stringer ra mắt công chúng lần đầu vào tháng 1/2025 ở liên hoan phim Sundance. Công chúng đã đón nhân phim này như thế nào ? Bảo Nguyễn : Chúng tôi rất vinh dự khi được trình chiếu phim tài liệu The Stringer trên khắp thế giới và như chị vừa nói, lần đầu ở Sundance, rồi tháng 10/2025 là tại thị trấn Bayeux. Sau đó là trên nền tảng truyền hình Netflix. Tại liên hoan phim Sundance, nhiều người đến gặp tôi và nói lời cảm ơn. Rất nhiều người nói rằng họ cảm ơn vì đã kể câu chuyện của ông Nghệ – một câu chuyện chưa bao giờ được nói ra suốt nhiều năm. Khán giả cũng đã cảm ơn vì chúng tôi đã dám mạo hiểm theo đuổi sự thật. Tại Bayeux sự kiện dành để vinh danh các phóng viên chiến trường, chị sẽ có dịp trao đổi với Gary Knight và Fiona Turner, nhưng tôi đã nghe rất nhiều người bày tỏ ngưỡng mộ, cho rằng cả hai đã thật dũng cảm khi thực hiện bộ phim này. RFI : Sau The Stringer dự án kế tiếp của đạo diễn Bảo Nguyễn là gì  ? Bảo Nguyễn : Vâng, cảm ơn chị đã hỏi. Bộ phim tiếp theo của tôi rất khác với The Stringer. Tôi đang chuẩn bị làm phim về Jimi Hendrix, nghệ sĩ guitar rock huyền thoại. Phim này sẽ tập trung vào một giai đoạn cụ thể trong cuộc đời của ông khi sống ở Luân Đôn, vào thời điểm đầu sự nghiệp. Đương nhiên, thế giới của Hendrix hoàn toàn khác với The Stringer, nhưng tôi cảm thấy mình thật sự may mắn khi có thể kể lại những câu chuyện như vậy. RFI : Thành thật cảm ơn Bảo Nguyễn dành cho RFI tiếng Việt buổi nói chuyện hôm nay. Chương trình được thu âm trước khi phim ra mắt khán giả tại Pháp. Về phần nhiếp ảnh gia Nick Ut, trả lời nhà báo Thanh Phương nhân dịp được mời đến dự liên hoan ảnh Visa de l'Image tại thành phố Perpignan, miền nam nước Pháp hồi mùa hè vừa qua, ông cho biết đã xem phim The Stringer và khẳng định lại ông là tác giả bức ảnh Em Bé Napalm. Bất luận ai mới là tác giả thực thụ của Em Bé Napalm, một trong những bức ảnh nổi tiếng nhất về chiến tranh trên thế giới của thế kỷ 20, phim The Stringer trước hết là một cuộc điều tra nghiêm túc : Gary Knight và đoàn phim đã không quản công tìm kiếm các nhân chứng, họ còn huy động cả những đội ngũ chuyên gia từ Mỹ, từ Luân Đôn hay Paris …. để đi tìm sự thật… Trong thời đại mà sự thật thường bị bóp méo, chỉ riêng nỗ lực này cũng đủ mang lại giá trị cho bộ phim tài liệu nói về một phóng viên ảnh tự do : The Stringer.

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Coexistence, My Ass! from Sundance to Torino Film Festival, 5 years in the life of Israeli activist-comedian Noam Shuster The post “Coexistence, My Ass!”, interview with director Amber Fares appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Coexistence, My Ass! from Sundance to Torino Film Festival, 5 years in the life of Israeli activist-comedian Noam Shuster The post “Coexistence, My Ass!”, interview with director Amber Fares appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

Coexistence, My Ass! from Sundance to Torino Film Festival, 5 years in the life of Israeli activist-comedian Noam Shuster The post “Coexistence, My Ass!”, interview with director Amber Fares appeared first on Fred Film Radio.

After you have faced death, you can't believe what people care about online. In this episode, Ryan sits down with bestselling author and legendary war reporter Sebastian Junger. Sebastian talks about why he refuses to get a smartphone, how technology gives us the illusion of control, Ambrose Bierce, and the multiple times he was nearly executed as a war reporter. Sebastian Junger is the #1 New York Times Bestselling author of The Perfect Storm, Fire, A Death In Belmont, War, Tribe, Freedom and In My Time Of Dying. As an award-winning journalist, a contributing editor to Vanity Fair and a special correspondent at ABC News, he has covered major international news stories around the world, and has received both a National Magazine Award and a Peabody Award. Junger is also a documentary filmmaker whose debut film "Restrepo", a feature-length documentary (co-directed with Tim Hetherington), was nominated for an Academy Award and won the Grand Jury Prize at Sundance. He is also the founder and director of Vets Town Hall.Follow Sebastian on Instagram @SebastianJungerOfficial and on X @SebastianJunger Grab signed copies of Sebastian's books Tribe, Freedom and In My Time Of Dying at The Painted Porch | https://www.thepaintedporch.com

Hailey Benton Gates is a model, actress, director, and journalist—her debut feature, Atropia, took the Grand Jury Prize at Sundance this year. We spoke with her from a hotel in Puerto Rico about pulling permits, being traumatized by Rachel Sennott's I Love LA, the scene report down Venezuela way, nicotine toothpicks, taking her braces out with a fork as a child, spitting and gleeking, using fetish to your advantage, the eyebrows tell all, Callum Turner's face, filming on a mock military base, breakfast meetings are for sex pests, the film Mash, the transition from working at The Paris Review to Vice, coconut water with pulp, and smuggling oil. instagram.com/haileybentongates twitter.com/donetodeath twitter.com/themjeans howlonggone.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike talks with filmmaker Todd Rohal in a lively, no-holds-barred tour through one of the most delightfully unclassifiable careers in American indie cinema. From Knuckleface Jones to The Catechism Cataclysm, Rohal has carved out a lane where misfits, surreal detours, and emotional gut-punches live side-by-side.The conversation zeroes in on F*** My Son (2025), his bold and darkly comic new feature that pushes his sensibilities into feral, confrontational territory. Rohal talks process, chaos, collaboration, and why he wants to work in a hardware store.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-projection-booth-podcast--5513239/support.Become a supporter of The Projection Booth at http://www.patreon.com/projectionbooth 

Kent Bye—host of the Voices of VR podcast and one of XR's most prolific journalists with over 1,680 published interviews—joins Charlie and Ted for a wide ranging conversation on the state of immersive storytelling, the ethics of AI, and why XR's future might be less about consumer headsets and more about embodied presence and human connection. Kent's decade-long commitment to documenting artists, creators, and developers at the ground level offers a counterpoint to hype-driven tech coverage, revealing the messy, vital ecosystem sustaining VR through festival circuits, location-based entertainment, and government-funded experimental projects that rarely make headlines.The conversation opens with Jeff Bezos's new AI robotics company Prometheus, Amazon's one-to-one human-robot workforce parity, and the implications of industrial AI automation. Ted shares his recent appearance on cinematographer Roger Deakins's podcast, where they discussed AI as a creative tool rather than a threat—a perspective Kent echoes when discussing artists who use AI to critique AI's "colonizing force." Kent explains his philosophy of "boots on the ground" journalism inspired by Knight Ridder's Iraq War reporting, focusing on developers and creators closest to the work rather than corporate press releases.Kent reveals why he's been lukewarm on smart glasses despite industry excitement—monocular displays give him headaches, his prescription is too strong for current hardware, and most importantly, there's no compelling narrative content yet. He contrasts this with VR's rich immersive storytelling at festivals like Venice Immersive, Sundance New Frontier, IDFA DocLab, and Tribeca, where government-funded European projects push the medium's boundaries in ways U.S. startups can't afford to explore. The discussion touches on Meta's Ray-Ban AI glasses, the impracticality of Meta's neural band input, and why Snap's developer platform remains the most interesting AR ecosystem despite limited consumer traction.Guest HighlightsPublished 1,682 VR interviews with 1,000+ unpublished; focused on artists, creators, and developers over corporate narratives.Covers 30+ hours of immersive content per festival at Venice, Sundance, IDFA DocLab—documenting ephemeral art that may never distribute widely.Started in 2014 after buying Oculus DK1; began by capturing oral history at Silicon Valley VR Conference's first gathering.Background as F-22 Raptor radar systems engineer turned documentary filmmaker—blends hardcore technical knowledge with artistic sensibility.Advocates for XR as antidote to smartphone addiction—technologies that foster embodied presence rather than infinite distraction.News HighlightsJeff Bezos launches Prometheus AI robotics company—focusing on industrial applications where enterprise adoption will drive innovation faster than consumer markets.Amazon hits one-to-one human-robot workforce parity—roughly 1 million humans, 1 million robots, with plans to shed 100K+ workers over five years.Warner Brothers settles with AI music company Udio—following Axel Springer, AP, and Fox licensing deals as New York Times litigation drags on.Enterprise AI startups raise massive rounds—Stut (collections automation, $29.5M from Andreessen), Albatross (real-time personalization, $12.5M), signaling vertical-specific AI SaaS wave.HaptX acquired by Ohio manufacturer—haptic glove company pivots to industrial training applications after years targeting consumer VR.Thanks to our sponsors Zappar and VitureNew episodes every Tuesday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike talks with filmmaker Todd Rohal in a lively, no-holds-barred tour through one of the most delightfully unclassifiable careers in American indie cinema. From Knuckleface Jones to The Catechism Cataclysm, Rohal has carved out a lane where misfits, surreal detours, and emotional gut-punches live side-by-side.The conversation zeroes in on F*** My Son (2025), his bold and darkly comic new feature that pushes his sensibilities into feral, confrontational territory. Rohal talks process, chaos, collaboration, and why he wants to work in a hardware store.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-projection-booth-podcast--5513239/support.Become a supporter of The Projection Booth at http://www.patreon.com/projectionbooth 

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We want to feature the editors of four Canadian films that are not only critically acclaimed in this year's festival circles but also reflect the great community spirit behind their creation. Whether it's the utterly independent visions of MATT AND MARA and UNIVERSAL LANGUAGE or the deeply necessary stories of the Indigenous community in ABERDEEN and THE STAND, this year's Canadian films, in all their shapes and forms, are not short of boldness and style. Sara Bulloch is an editor and filmmaker in Winnipeg, Canada. She's edited films and series like ABERDEEN (premiered at TIFF2024), ALTER BOYS, SEEKING FIRE, ANCIENT BODIES, and many short films including I WOULD LIKE TO THANK MY BODY which won Audience Choice Award at Gimli Film Fest 2023. Short films she's written/directed have screened with Toronto Jewish Film Fest, the8fest, Gimli Film Fest, and more. Her films often explore mental health, identity, and relationships. Her short film, HOT DOG GUY won a People's Choice Award at Vox Popular Media Arts Fest 2022. She's also a motion graphics artist and community organizer. From 2019-2023 she organized OurToba Film Network & Fest, a community group for women, non-binary and gender diverse Manitobans in film. Xi Feng is a film editor based in Montreal. Having lived in China, Canada, and France, she has cultivated a unique blend of cultural and artistic sensitivity. Feng has worked as an editor on award winning films including CETTE MAISON, CAITI BLUES and most recently UNIVERSAL LANGUAGE, which won the inaugural Audience Award at the Directors' Fortnight at Cannes and is Canada's 2025 submission for the Oscars. Her filmography includes films premiered at major festivals such as Berlinale, Cannes, Sundance, TIFF, Vision du Réel, HotDocs, etc. Nathalie Massaroni is a Winnipeg-based editor and post production supervisor of more than 400 hours of television. Since graduating from the University of Winnipeg's film program, she has edited features and series including WINTERTIDE, ALTER BOYS, SEEKING FIRE, and ABERDEEN (which premiered at TIFF 2024). Nathalie has also edited other short form series and films such as D DOT H, TAILOR MADE, and I HURT MYSELF. If she's not working on a computer, you can find Nathalie at the dance studio or sipping coffee with a cat on her lap. Ajla Odobasic is a Bosnian-Canadian film editor based in Toronto. Her credits include MATT AND MARA, THE WHITE FORTRESS, the TFCA Best Canadian Film Award-winning ANNE AT 13000 FT, A.W: A PORTRAIT OF APICHATPONG WEERASETHAKUL, and the CSA-nominated HELLO DESTROYER. Her work has screened at several festivals and platforms including Locarno, TIFF, the Berlinale, MoMA, CBC Gem, and the Criterion Channel. Ajla teaches editing in Humber College's Film and Television program. Sarah Hedar is a Vancouver-based editor and story editor. Her patience and sense of humour keeps the challenges that so often bog down the creative process at bay. Sarah's award-winning work on provocative and original films spans both documentary and narrative projects, from features to shorts. Her keen eye for visual storytelling reflects her belief in the power of community, and the importance of continuously reassessing the status quo while building a world filled with empathy and hope for a brighter future. Her work has screened at festivals across the globe, but most notably, Sundance, TIFF, and VIFF. Kelly Boutsalis is the International Programmer, Canada for the Toronto International Film Festival. She's also a freelance writer, and has written about film and television for the New York Times, NOW Magazine, Elle Canada, Flare, POV Magazine and more. She's also written about lifestyle, design, and culture for publications including Vogue, Toronto Star, Chatelaine, VICE and Toronto Life. Originally from the Six Nations reserve, she lives in Toronto. She is on the board of imagineNATIVE and a member of the Toronto Film Critics Association.

In this episode of Documentary First, host Christian Taylor welcomes back Emmy-nominated director and producer Nicholas (Nick) Bruckman for his third visit to the show. Together, they pull back the curtain on the real world of documentary filmmaking—from getting into top festivals like Sundance and Tribeca, to navigating labs and markets, to landing a doc on Netflix.Nick shares how his early narrative feature Valley of Saints got into Sundance off a “cold” submission, and how he's since used programs like Gotham Week, Film Independent's labs, and Tribeca's Creators Market to build meaningful relationships with programmers and industry partners. He breaks down his rough-cut screening process (including Google forms and phone-watching “tells”) and explains why being radically open to feedback is one of the most powerful tools a filmmaker has.Christian and Nick also dive into Minted: The Rise and Fall of the NFT, exploring why that film became Netflix's “definitive” NFT documentary—and what that reveals about marketplace demands, cultural buzz, and why some critically acclaimed films (Not Going Quietly) still don't land on major streamers.The conversation then turns to Nick's latest four-part docuseries, The Price of Milk, which premiered at Tribeca. Christian shares her strong personal reaction to the series, especially its portrayal of small family dairy farmers and the government “checkoff” program that was supposed to support them. Nick unpacks the hidden story behind the “Got Milk?” campaign, how money flows from farmers to industry groups, and why transparency, policy, and political engagement matter more than simply switching what's in your grocery cart.Finally, Nick reveals how Oatly helped fund The Price of Milk while still allowing full editorial independence—and offers practical advice for filmmakers on working with brands, nonprofits, and mission-aligned partners to get ambitious projects made and seen. He closes with a DocuView Déjà Vu recommendation: Secret Mall Apartment, a doc that not only tells a wild story but also models what's possible with clever, independent distribution outside traditional gatekeepers. Links:Minted - on Netflix & Prime Video, IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt27548035/?ref_=fn_all_ttl_1Valley of Saints - on Prime Video, IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2088967/?ref_=fn_all_ttl_3Catapult Film Find: Catapult Film FundGotham Week: Gotham WeekTriBeca X: Tribeca XPeoples TV: People's Television DocuView Déjà VuSecret Mall Apartment, 2024, 91 mins, Watch on Prime Video, IMDB Link:

Episode 502 / Yung JakeYung Jake is an artist & rapper who received his BFA from Cal Arts in 2012. He has had 13 solo exhibitions in Los Angeles and New York, and over 25 group exhibitions in the U.S., China, Finland, Germany, Belgium, and the Netherlands, respectively. Yung Jake is also a musician and directed music videos for Rae Sremmurd and Pusha T. His work has been featured at venues including Sundance, where his videos Datamosh, and E.m-bed.de/d were screened, as well as performances in Los Angeles at the Hammer Museum, REDCAT, MOCA, The Getty Center, and at the Museum of Modern Art. In 2017.His artwork has been shown in numerous art fairs including MiArt, UNTITLED, Miami Beach, Art Brussels, the Seattle Art Fair, the Dallas Art Fair, and Market Art + Design. His first solo museum exhibition titled Cartoons was on view at Guild Hall, East Hampton.

Dois amigos inseparáveis, Butch Cassidy (Paul Newman) e Sundance Kid (Robert Redford), lideram o Bando do Buraco na Parede e vivem de assaltar trens e bancos. Quando são caçados por todo o país resolvem ir para a Bolívia e juntamente com Etta (Katharine Ross), a namorada de Sundance, rumam para a América do Sul. Mas esta decisão não lhes proporcionará grandes assaltos ou uma vida mais tranquila.PIX: canalfilmesegames@gmail.comSiga o Filmes e Games:Instagram: filmesegames Facebook: filmesegames Twitter: filmesegamesSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5KfJKthPodcast: https://anchor.fm/fgcastIntro - 0:00Bâtch Ca Sidi Eddie Sue Desce Quidi - 4:23O que é "Butch Cassidy"? - 5:35Notas dos agregadores - 7:41Tirando o bode da sala - 8:53Análise do filme - 26:11Bilheteria - 47:19O Final - 51:50Notas do Filmes e Games - 56:37Momento Locadora - 1:04:19Errata - 1:40:32Revelação do FGcast #402 - 1:47:15Dicas do FGcast #403 - 1:57:58

Even though the documentary Tig Notaro produced won the Festival Favorite Award at Sundance, she did not spend the festival hobnobbing with industry types. Instead she stayed holed up at the Airbnb she rented with friends and the film's crew. "We were calling it Snuggle Down because we were all sitting around the fire and having tea and just laughing so hard." Among the people at Snuggle Down was the subject of the documentary, poet Andrea Gibson, who was dying of ovarian cancer. In this episode, Tig describes meeting Andrea, what made them click creatively, and how making a documentary about the end of Andrea's life brought an already tight-knit group of friends closer together.  Watch: Come See Me In the Good Light And we also want to acknowledge the passing of disability activist Alice Wong. She died on Friday in San Francisco at age 51. Alice and Anna first talked in 2020.  Listen here: Alice Wong On Ruckuses, Rage And Medicaid Podcast production by Andrew Dunn Death, Sex & Money is now produced by Slate! To support us and our colleagues, please sign up for our membership program, Slate Plus! Members get ad-free podcasts, bonus content on lots of Slate shows, and full access to all the articles on Slate.com. Sign up today at slate.com/dsmplus. And if you're new to the show, welcome. We're so glad you're here. Find us and follow us on Instagram and you can find Anna's newsletter at annasale.substack.com. Our new email address, where you can reach us with voice memos, pep talks, questions, critiques, is deathsexmoney@slate.com. Get 50% Off Monarch Money, the all-in-one financial tool at ⁠www.monarchmoney.com/DSM⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Even though the documentary Tig Notaro produced won the Festival Favorite Award at Sundance, she did not spend the festival hobnobbing with industry types. Instead she stayed holed up at the Airbnb she rented with friends and the film's crew. "We were calling it Snuggle Down because we were all sitting around the fire and having tea and just laughing so hard." Among the people at Snuggle Down was the subject of the documentary, poet Andrea Gibson, who was dying of ovarian cancer. In this episode, Tig describes meeting Andrea, what made them click creatively, and how making a documentary about the end of Andrea's life brought an already tight-knit group of friends closer together.  Watch: Come See Me In the Good Light And we also want to acknowledge the passing of disability activist Alice Wong. She died on Friday in San Francisco at age 51. Alice and Anna first talked in 2020.  Listen here: Alice Wong On Ruckuses, Rage And Medicaid Podcast production by Andrew Dunn Death, Sex & Money is now produced by Slate! To support us and our colleagues, please sign up for our membership program, Slate Plus! Members get ad-free podcasts, bonus content on lots of Slate shows, and full access to all the articles on Slate.com. Sign up today at slate.com/dsmplus. And if you're new to the show, welcome. We're so glad you're here. Find us and follow us on Instagram and you can find Anna's newsletter at annasale.substack.com. Our new email address, where you can reach us with voice memos, pep talks, questions, critiques, is deathsexmoney@slate.com. Get 50% Off Monarch Money, the all-in-one financial tool at ⁠www.monarchmoney.com/DSM⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Lone Lobos, we welcome award-winning filmmaker, writer, and actor Pasqual Gutierrez III. Pasqual is best known for directing music videos for artists such as Bad Bunny, Rosalía, J Balvin, and The Weeknd. He joins us to promote his first feature film, Serious People, which premiered at Sundance. A successful music video director and expectant father pushes hiswork/life balance to the extreme when he can't pass up the job of a lifetime and hires a doppelgänger to work in his stead. Serious People is a fresh and authentic comedy that explores what it means to be a"director" and a parent—and the replaceability of people in clout-heavy Los Angeles.  Pasqual talks with Xolo Maridueña and Jacob Bertrand about moving from directing music videos to a full-length feature, the early stages of fatherhood, filming in the Los Angeles area, and his co-stars. Lobitos can enjoy a longer conversation with Pasqual, available only on Supercast. Serious People is available on VOD and in select theaters now. Free Discord Access: https://discord.gg/KnDhbnBMCjJoin Supercast Today for the full episode: https://lonelobos.supercast.com/Follow Lone Lobos on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lonelobosFollow Xolo Maridueña on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xolo_mariduenaFollow Jacob Bertrand on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejacobbertrandFollow Pasqual Gutierrez III on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pasqualgutierrezFollow Jordan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jmkm808Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialmonicat_We want your feedback! Fill out survey to help us improve our podcast https://tinyurl.com/LLPodcastFeedbackhttp://www.heyxolo.com/Jacobs Channel:  @ThreeFloating  

Even though the documentary Tig Notaro produced won the Festival Favorite Award at Sundance, she did not spend the festival hobnobbing with industry types. Instead she stayed holed up at the Airbnb she rented with friends and the film's crew. "We were calling it Snuggle Down because we were all sitting around the fire and having tea and just laughing so hard." Among the people at Snuggle Down was the subject of the documentary, poet Andrea Gibson, who was dying of ovarian cancer. In this episode, Tig describes meeting Andrea, what made them click creatively, and how making a documentary about the end of Andrea's life brought an already tight-knit group of friends closer together.  Watch: Come See Me In the Good Light And we also want to acknowledge the passing of disability activist Alice Wong. She died on Friday in San Francisco at age 51. Alice and Anna first talked in 2020.  Listen here: Alice Wong On Ruckuses, Rage And Medicaid Podcast production by Andrew Dunn Death, Sex & Money is now produced by Slate! To support us and our colleagues, please sign up for our membership program, Slate Plus! Members get ad-free podcasts, bonus content on lots of Slate shows, and full access to all the articles on Slate.com. Sign up today at slate.com/dsmplus. And if you're new to the show, welcome. We're so glad you're here. Find us and follow us on Instagram and you can find Anna's newsletter at annasale.substack.com. Our new email address, where you can reach us with voice memos, pep talks, questions, critiques, is deathsexmoney@slate.com. Get 50% Off Monarch Money, the all-in-one financial tool at ⁠www.monarchmoney.com/DSM⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Even though the documentary Tig Notaro produced won the Festival Favorite Award at Sundance, she did not spend the festival hobnobbing with industry types. Instead she stayed holed up at the Airbnb she rented with friends and the film's crew. "We were calling it Snuggle Down because we were all sitting around the fire and having tea and just laughing so hard." Among the people at Snuggle Down was the subject of the documentary, poet Andrea Gibson, who was dying of ovarian cancer. In this episode, Tig describes meeting Andrea, what made them click creatively, and how making a documentary about the end of Andrea's life brought an already tight-knit group of friends closer together.  Watch: Come See Me In the Good Light And we also want to acknowledge the passing of disability activist Alice Wong. She died on Friday in San Francisco at age 51. Alice and Anna first talked in 2020.  Listen here: Alice Wong On Ruckuses, Rage And Medicaid Podcast production by Andrew Dunn Death, Sex & Money is now produced by Slate! To support us and our colleagues, please sign up for our membership program, Slate Plus! Members get ad-free podcasts, bonus content on lots of Slate shows, and full access to all the articles on Slate.com. Sign up today at slate.com/dsmplus. And if you're new to the show, welcome. We're so glad you're here. Find us and follow us on Instagram and you can find Anna's newsletter at annasale.substack.com. Our new email address, where you can reach us with voice memos, pep talks, questions, critiques, is deathsexmoney@slate.com. Get 50% Off Monarch Money, the all-in-one financial tool at ⁠www.monarchmoney.com/DSM⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The HBO Original documentary ONE TO ONE: JOHN & YOKO, directed by Academy Award® winner Kevin Macdonald (HBO's "One Day in September"), debuts FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14 (8:00-9:45p.m. ET/PT) on HBO and will be available to stream on HBO Max. The film screened to critical acclaim at multiple film festivals including Venice, Telluride, and Sundance.A rare and revelatory inside look at John Lennon and Yoko Ono's first year in New York City in the early 1970s, ONE TO ONE: JOHN & YOKO delivers an immersive, cinematic experience that brings to life a chapter of explosive creativity and political activism in their lives.By 1971, John and Yoko had just arrived in the United States. They lived in a tiny apartment in Greenwich Village and watched hours of American television. The film integrates a riotous mélange of television to conjure the era through what the two would have been seeing on the screen - the Vietnam War, "The Price is Right," President Richard Nixon, Coca-Cola ads, Walter Cronkite, and "The Waltons." As they experience a year of love and transformation in the U.S., the couple begins to change their approach to protest. This ultimately led to the "One to One" benefit concert, which they organized after seeing Geraldo Rivera's exposé on child neglect and abuse at the Willowbrook State School.On August 30, 1972, John performed at the "One to One" benefit concert at Madison Square Garden - his only full-length show after leaving The Beatles. Footage of this electrifying performance from John and Yoko along with The Elephant's Memory Band had been restored for the documentary and is interwoven throughout the film along with other never-before-seen material.Featuring music newly remixed and produced by Sean Ono Lennon, the documentary takes that legendary musical event and uses it as the starting point to explore 18 defining months in the lives of John and Yoko. Filmed in a meticulously faithful reproduction of the duo's New York City apartment, ONE TO ONE: JOHN & YOKO offers a bold new take on a seminal time in the lives of two iconic artists and how their work continues to resonate today.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

The HBO Original documentary ONE TO ONE: JOHN & YOKO, directed by Academy Award® winner Kevin Macdonald (HBO's "One Day in September"), debuts FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14 (8:00-9:45p.m. ET/PT) on HBO and will be available to stream on HBO Max. The film screened to critical acclaim at multiple film festivals including Venice, Telluride, and Sundance.A rare and revelatory inside look at John Lennon and Yoko Ono's first year in New York City in the early 1970s, ONE TO ONE: JOHN & YOKO delivers an immersive, cinematic experience that brings to life a chapter of explosive creativity and political activism in their lives.By 1971, John and Yoko had just arrived in the United States. They lived in a tiny apartment in Greenwich Village and watched hours of American television. The film integrates a riotous mélange of television to conjure the era through what the two would have been seeing on the screen - the Vietnam War, "The Price is Right," President Richard Nixon, Coca-Cola ads, Walter Cronkite, and "The Waltons." As they experience a year of love and transformation in the U.S., the couple begins to change their approach to protest. This ultimately led to the "One to One" benefit concert, which they organized after seeing Geraldo Rivera's exposé on child neglect and abuse at the Willowbrook State School.On August 30, 1972, John performed at the "One to One" benefit concert at Madison Square Garden - his only full-length show after leaving The Beatles. Footage of this electrifying performance from John and Yoko along with The Elephant's Memory Band had been restored for the documentary and is interwoven throughout the film along with other never-before-seen material.Featuring music newly remixed and produced by Sean Ono Lennon, the documentary takes that legendary musical event and uses it as the starting point to explore 18 defining months in the lives of John and Yoko. Filmed in a meticulously faithful reproduction of the duo's New York City apartment, ONE TO ONE: JOHN & YOKO offers a bold new take on a seminal time in the lives of two iconic artists and how their work continues to resonate today.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-like-it-s-live--4113802/support.

We're joined by Tara Hein-Phillips, CEO and co-founder of Jolt—a film distribution company using AI, data, and performance marketing to reinvent how independent and documentary films find their audiences. With a background as Chief Product Officer at Sundance, where she launched the first virtual festival and co-founded Sundance Collab, Tara brings a rare blend of creative sensibility and digital strategy to the conversation.She shares how Jolt's Interest Delivery Network helps filmmakers identify and activate niche audiences through community partnerships, targeted events, and iterative data testing. From climbing doc Girl Climber to the upcoming Boston-set Cathedrals, each film receives a personalized rollout aimed at maximizing impact and viewership.We also explore how Tara's time at Sundance shaped her approach to Jolt, the role of festivals as modern-day marketing launches, and why sustainable careers for filmmakers require a mindset shift around budgets and reach. Tara offers a timely, thoughtful perspective on what it takes to connect stories to the people who need them most.About WrapbookWrapbook is a smart, intuitive platform that makes production payroll and accounting easier, faster, and more secure. We provide a unified payroll platform that seamlessly connects your entire team—production, accounting, cast, and crew—all in one place.Wrapbook empowers production teams to manage projects, pay cast and crew, track expenses, and generate data-driven insights, while enabling workers to manage timecards, track pay, and onboard to new projects from any device. Wrapbook brings clarity and dependability to production payroll, while increasing the productivity of your whole team.For crew: The Wrapbook app eliminates the headaches of production payroll by providing a fast, transparent, and secure solution for workers to complete startwork, submit timecards, and track pay.Trusted by companies of all sizes, Wrapbook powers payroll for some of the industry's top production companies, including SMUGGLER, Tuff, and GhostRobot. Our growing team of 250+ people includes entertainment and technology experts from SAG-AFTRA, DGA, IATSE, Teamsters, Amazon, Microsoft, Facebook, and more.Wrapbook is backed by top-tier investors, including Jeffrey Katzenberg's WndrCo, Andreessen Horowitz, and A* Capital.Get started at https://www.wrapbook.com/

This week on The Filmmakers Podcast, host Dom Lenoir welcomes the team behind Netflix's Train Dreams: Felicity Jones, Kerry Condon, Clint Bentley, and Joel Edgerton. Felicity Jones – celebrated for her roles in The Theory of Everything and Rogue One: A Star Wars Story – & Kerry Condon – Academy Award-nominated actor known for The Banshees of Inisherin and Better Call Saul discuss the actor-director relationship, rehearsals, and what it was like working on the project. Clint Bentley – acclaimed filmmaker behind Jockey and now director of Train Dreams – shares his perspective on shaping performances, cinematography, music, nature and how this project got made. Joel Edgerton – actor & producer – joins the conversation to discuss acting, modern technology, and the human condition. Together, they explore the making of Train Dreams. An inspiring and thought-provoking look behind the scenes of one of Netflix's most anticipated films of the year. TRAIN DREAMS is out now! Links FOOD FOR THOUGHT documentary out NOW | Watch it FREE HERE. A documentary exploring the rapid growth and uptake of the veganlifestyle around the world. – And if you enjoyed the film, please take amoment to share & rate it on your favourite platforms. Every review& every comment helps us share the film's important message withmore people. Your support makes a difference! Help us out and Subscribe, listen and review us on iTunes, Spotify,Podbean or wherever you get your podcasts but more importantly, tell your pals about this podcast. Thank you! PODCAST MERCH Get your very own Tees, Hoodies, on-set water bottles, mugs and more MERCH. https://my-store-11604768.creator-spring.com/   COURSES Want to learn how to finish your film? Take our POST PRODUCTION COURSE https://cuttingroom.info/post-production-demystified/   PATREON Big thank you to: Serena Gardner Mark Hammett Lee Hutchings Marli J Monroe Karen Newman Want your name in the show notes or some great bonus material on filmmaking? Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, industry survival guides, and feedback on your film projects!   SUPPORT THE PODCAST Check out our full episode archive on how to make films at TheFilmmakersPodcast.com   CREDITS The Filmmakers Podcast is written and produced by Giles Alderson @gilesalderson Edited by @tobiasvees Logo and Banner Art by Lois Creative  Theme Music by John J. Harvey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy Tuesday! Today is 11/11, a series of numbers that many see as a symbol of spiritual awakening, synchronicity, and alignment with the universe. I'm not too superstitious about these things, but when I catch it, it brings a smile to my face. Is it divine intervention or coincidence? And does it matter? In thinking about alignment, it feels very apropos to be sharing this particular conversation today with self-described nerdy fangirls Adamma and Adanne Ebo, the identical twin powerhouse behind the indie breakout film Honk for Jesus. Save Your Soul. We met making this film back in 2021—I remember we were in prep when the Ebos were about to turn 30. The incredible ascension they've experienced over these last five years is the epitome of alignment and synchronicity. Shortly after wrapping Honk, Adamma was tapped to direct her first television episode on Donald Glover's Atlanta—the kind of opportunity that only comes when talent meets the right moment. Timing really is everything, and while their success is absolutely the product of talent, hard work, and vision, there's also been a beautiful alignment of opportunities, relationships, and moments that propelled them forward. Call it luck, call it the universe conspiring—either way, their story is inspiring. From their days at Spelman College to making their feature debut with Honk for Jesus. Save Your Soul, they've blazed their own path in this industry. Honk premiered to critical acclaim at Sundance in 2022 and sold to Focus Features. The film stars Sterling K. Brown—who was also on the podcast this season with wonderful stories about working with the Ebos—and the incomparable Regina Hall, who delivers a masterclass performance as the first lady of a Southern megachurch. Since then, they've written and produced on some of the buzziest shows in recent TV: Peacock's Poker Face, Amazon's Mr. & Mrs. Smith, and Swarm. They're now a sought-after creative duo with an overall deal at Sony Television. Today we're diving into how they protected their artistic vision as first-time filmmakers, why confidence matters more than experience, and how their twin relationship became their secret weapon in Hollywood. xx cg   AOP SUBSTACK

Join me as I sit down with Pasqual Gutierrez and Ben Mullinkosson, the creative minds behind the Sundance 2025 feature film Serious People. From directing music videos for Bad Bunny, Rosalía, J Balvin, Madonna, Travis Scott, and The Weeknd, to exploring parenthood, clout, and indie filmmaking in Los Angeles, this conversation dives deep into the world of modern filmmaking. We dive into: Pasqual's journey from directing award-winning music videos for Bad Bunny, Rosalía, J Balvin, Madonna, Travis Scott, and The Weeknd to his first feature film The inspiration and making of Serious People, a story about parenthood, clout, and the replaceability of people in LA Behind-the-scenes stories and the indie film world Tips, insights, and lessons for aspiring filmmakers and creatives Whether you're a film lover, aspiring director, or just curious about what it takes to make a feature film in today's industry, this episode is packed with insider knowledge and inspiration. Follow the filmmakers: Pasqual Gutierrez: IG @PasqualGutierrez Ben Mullinkosson: IG @BenMullinkosson Stay connected with me:  https://www.instagram.com/SHESALLOVERTHEPLACEPODCAST

Tig Notaro is a comedian, actor, screenwriter, producer, and co-host of the podcast Handsome. This conversation explores Tig's legendary 2012 set—delivered days after her cancer diagnosis—and how loss became her greatest teacher. We discuss her wild upbringing, choosing presence over performance, the napkin-based writing process, what's going on in the comedy scene, and producing "Come See Me in the Good Light," the Sundance-winning doc about poet Andrea Gibson. Oh, and we bond over spinal fusion surgery recovery. Tig is great—and I really enjoyed our time together. Enjoy! Show notes + MORE Watch on YouTube Newsletter Sign-Up Today's Sponsors: Squarespace: Use code RichRoll to save 10% off your first order of a website or domain

We delve into the evolving landscape of filmmaking in the region, the importance of authentic, locally rooted narratives, and the critical role of institutions like the Doha Film Institute in fostering emerging talent. Award-winning filmmaker and associate professor at Northwestern Qatar, Rana Kazkaz, offers a glimpse into her current project "The Hakawati's Daughter," and provides recommendations for essential Arab cinema. She shares her experiences teaching film in the Arab world, highlighting the unique challenges and immense joys of mentoring a new generation of storytellers. This episode is in collaboration with Qatar Foundation. 0:00 Introduction0:23 The Joy of Mentoring Arab Students3:19 The "Why" of Storytelling: Finding Your Authentic Voice4:44 Navigating Censorship and Risk in Filmmaking7:24 How Technology is Shaping New Narratives10:47 Shifting Away from the "Other" Narrative14:55 Building the Filmmaking Pipeline: The Role of the Doha Film Institute19:39 The Critical Need for Producers in the Arab World21:39 The Impact of Non-Regional Producers on Arab Films26:12 Recommending Authentic Arab Films for Students29:28 Addressing Class Bias in the Film Industry31:19 Unlearning Self-Orientalism in Storytelling33:40 The Genesis of "The Hakawati's Daughter"41:26 Essential Films from the Arab World Rana Kazkaz is a filmmaker and associate professor in residence at Northwestern University Qatar. Her films have been recognized at the world's leading festivals including Cannes, Sundance, Toronto, Tallinn, Tribeca, and Abu Dhabi. She received her MFA from Carnegie Mellon University/Moscow Art Theater and BA from Oberlin College. With a focus on Syrian stories, her producing, screenwriting, and directing portfolio includes The Translator (2020), Mare Nostrum (2016), Searching for the Translator (2016), Deaf Day (2011), and Kemo Sabe (2007). Her current film projects include The Hakawati's Daughter and Honest Politics. She is a member of the Académie des César and was awarded fellowships with the Buffett Institute, MacDowell and the American Film Institute's Directing Workshop for Women.Connect with Rana Kazkaz

I had the great pleasure of meeting Jennifer Estin when I signed at the terrific online classes for the Annoyance, Improv Fiend! https://improvfiend.com We chatted about her childhood and how her mother created games that inspired her to pursue acting. Jennifer Estlin has been involved in the entertainment business as an actress and producer since 1986. Following her graduation from Northwestern University's School of Speech in 1987, she traveled to Edinburgh Scotland with the production of André Gregory's Alice! directed by David Schwimmer. Afterward, she spent three months traveling all over Europe until deciding to settle for awhile in Paris, where she earned her living singing on the Parisian Metro for close to a year. ​ Upon returning to Chicago, Jennifer spent several years working in many of Chicago's theatres including The Annoyance, Northlight, and The Body Politic. She toured for two years with Second City's National Touring company and was a company member on a Second City resident stage prior to moving to New York in 1994. There, she continued her career by working in regional theatres around the country, Off-Broadway theatre, film, and television. She returned to Chicago in 2002 to become President, Executive Producer and owner of the Annoyance Theatre, and continues to work on film, television and stage. Jennifer has appeared as recurring characters Judge Cohen on Proven Innocent and Cathy Briscoe on NBC's Law and Order, and also in shows such as Chicago PD, Empire, Late Night with Conan O'Brien, Exit 57, and in several national and regional commercials. Her feature film credits include the soon to be released (Fall 2024) Everything Fun You Could Possibly Do in Aledo, Illinois (for which she received Best Actress award at the Star City Film Festlval), The Eyes, iMurders, Chicago Boricua, and Volcano, and the award winning short films A Million Miles Away,(Sundance) and The Cure (Slamdance). ​You can learn more about Jennifer at https://www.jenniferestlin.com ​

On today's show, we chat with Russ Kendall!Russ is an Emmy Award-winning producer, the creative force behind the powerful new WWII drama Truth & Treason.   Russ's work has premiered at Sundance, Heartland, and AFI Docs, and his films stream on Apple TV+, Prime Video, and Peacock. As a producer, director, and storyteller, he's passionate about truth, courage, and faith in action — and Truth & Treason is his most personal project yet. More about Truth & Treason:As World War II rages, a teenage boy in Germany is forced to confront a terrible truth—loyalty to his country now means loyalty to a lie. When his trusted bishop urges obedience to the Nazi regime, he begins to question everything. And after his Jewish friend is taken away, he secretly listens to banned radio broadcasts and launches a resistance, exposing the truth. But in a nation ruled by fear, defiance comes at a cost—and as the regime closes in, he must decide what it truly means to be a good German.angel.com/movies/truth-and-treason@truthandtreasonchristianmusicguys.com@christianmusicguys

In this episode of Visual Intonation, we sit down with Emmy®-nominated documentary filmmaker and editor Jessica Jones, whose storytelling brings voice and visibility to communities often left in the margins. Her films move with rhythm and empathy, weaving portraits of resilience, joy, and justice into narratives that stay with you long after the credits roll.Jessica's work has appeared on Hulu, Netflix, Disney+, and PBS, with recent editing credits on Born for This and the forthcoming feature Coach Emily. Her short documentaries for The New York Times, BBC, and KQED reflect her commitment to representation and connection, earning her recognition from the Webby Awards and praise across platforms that celebrate authentic storytelling.As both an editor and director, Jessica builds worlds of reflection and motion. Her award-winning film On the Pulse of Life captures the heartbeat of history and humanity, while her current project, Women Who Ride, explores the power of movement, freedom, and identity through the lens of women bikers. Each frame reveals her deep respect for the people and cultures she documents.From fellowships with Sundance, SFFILM, and the Wexner Center for the Arts to mentoring the next generation of storytellers, Jessica continues to shape the documentary field with vision and generosity. Tune in as she discusses her creative process, the responsibility of editing truth, and how sound and image find harmony in her work.Jessica Jones Socials & Website:https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4452330/https://www.jonesica.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicanicolejones/Support the showVisual Intonation Website: https://www.visualintonations.com/Visual Intonation Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/visualintonation/Vante Gregory's Website: vantegregory.comVante Gregory's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/directedbyvante/ To support me on Patreon (thank you): patreon.com/visualintonations Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@visualintonation Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@directedbyvante

Directors John-Michael Powell (VIOLENT ENDS, in theaters now) and David Gordon Green (whose movie ALL THE REAL GIRLS was an early entry in what's become an extremely varied and successful career) are both from Arkansas. Powell's new film, which stars Billy Magnussen, James Badge Dale, and Alexandra Schipp, is a bloody, grimy crime thriller -- a far cry from ALL THE REAL GIRLS' quiet romantic angst. But what the films have in common is an interest in depicting small-town Southerners as real, three-dimensional human beings. That detail both inspired Powell's film career and animates the work he's doing now. He and Jordan get into that and more this week.Then, a pivot! Jordan has one quick thing about the head-spinning melodrama of another film currently in theaters: REGRETTING YOU. Feeling Seen is hosted by Jordan Crucchiola and is a production Maximum Fun.Need more Feeling Seen? Keep up with the show on Instagram and Bluesky.

Is school preparing kids for the future or just training them to chase scores? In this episode, Ted Dintersmith reveals why outdated priorities fail students and how creativity, agency, and happiness are the real keys to success. Tune in to discover what kids truly need to thrive in an AI-driven world.What to expect in this episode:Why test scores don't reflect real learning or future successThe truth behind pandemic “learning loss” and what really mattersHow AI is reshaping your child's future and what they need to know A powerful school model that blends hands-on skills with new-economy careersHow to protect your child's confidence and stop school from crushing their giftsAbout Ted DintersmithTed is a leading voice in education innovation and the founder of WhatSchoolCouldBe.org, a platform highlighting student-centered learning across the country. After a successful career in venture capital, he produced the Sundance-premiered documentary Most Likely to Succeed and authored What School Could Be, based on his visits to classrooms in all 50 states. Through his films, books, and speaking, Ted inspires educators, parents, and policymakers to reimagine learning and prepare kids for the future. Connect with TedWebsite: Ted Dintersmith | What School Could Be LinkedIn: Ted DintersmithUpcoming Book: AftermathUpcoming Film: Multiple ChoiceGet your FREE copy of 12 Key Coaching Tools for Parents at https://impactparents.com/podcastgift Read the full blog here:https://impactparents.com/ted-dintersmith-future-skills-schools-should-teach-nowConnect with Impact Parents:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparentsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParentsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparentsSponsors"Cognitive Ergonomics from the Inside Out" – A New ADHD InterventionDo you recognize current ADHD interventions fall short? At DIG Coaching, we've developed a groundbreaking field of engineering called Cognitive Ergonomics from the Inside Out. Discover a fresh approach to ADHD care that looks beyond traditional methods.Learn more at www.cognitive-ergonomics.com

Empowering Diversity in Entertainment: A Conversation with Panny WeiIn this episode of the Get Reelisms podcast, host Christine Chen talks with Panny Wei, an entrepreneur, restaurateur, creative professional, and activist in the entertainment industry. The discussion highlights the importance of activism, community building, the challenges faced by Asian Americans in entertainment, and the significance of positive social impact. Panny shares her journey from activism to producing Broadway-bound musicals, emphasizing the need for resilience, a strong mindset, and purposeful networking in fundraising and project development. The episode also touches on the positive influence and mentorship essential for fostering a diverse and inclusive industry. Hosts: Adam Rani (@adamthechase)   & Christine Chen (@cchenmtf) Guest: Panney Wei (http://www.panneywei.com/)Panney Wei is an award-winning motivational speaker, certified hypnotherapist, producer, and lifelong advocate for diversity and empowerment. With roots that trace back to Qing dynasty General Tso Tsung-ttang and Taiwan Senator Albert Liu, she continues her family's legacy of leadership through her work with organizations like NAAAP, PBS SoCal, and Sundance's Asian Pacific Filmmakers Experience. As CEO of See the Way Consulting and host of the See the Way with Panney Wei podcast, she blends wellness, leadership, and creativity—empowering people worldwide to reach their fullest potential. About Christine W Chen:Christine W. Chen is a Taiwanese American filmmaker, Academy member (Short Films Branch), and versatile producer, director, and writer known for bold, character-driven storytelling. Through her production company, Moth to Flame, she has created award-winning short films, features, and branded content—including Erzulie, a feminist swamp thriller that had a limited theatrical run and now streams on major platforms. In addition to her directorial work, Christine is a seasoned DGA 1st Assistant Director and co-author of Get Reelisms and ABCs of Filmmaking, as well as the co-host of the Get Reelisms Podcast.For more information about Christine Chen: christinewchen.com About Adam Rani:Adam Chase Rani is a production designer and set dresser working in the Austin film market, bringing a sharp eye for visual storytelling and practical creativity to every project. During the pandemic, he co-founded the Get Reelisms Podcast with Christine Chen to foster community within the film industry. Together, they've built a platform that blends education, candid conversations, and industry insights to help filmmakers connect, learn, and grow.  For more information go to getreelisms.com For more information on ERZULIE go to: erzuliefilm.com  WEBISODE version of the Podcastgetreelisms.com 00:00 The Importance of Activism in the Arts00:46 Introduction to the Get Reelisms Podcast01:09 Christine Hosts Solo with Special Guest Panny Wei02:11 Panny Wei's Journey and Mission03:40 Challenges and Changes in the Asian American Entertainment Landscape05:53 The Role of Community and Representation09:23 Overcoming Challenges and Building Resilience25:43 Fundraising and Project Development Tips28:44 The Importance of Personal Connection in Projects30:02 Key Qualities for Project Selection32:56 Networking Beyond Your Comfort Zone34:51 Believing in Your Vision Despite Rejection42:11 The Power of Positive Influence and Mentorship45:26 Upcoming Projects and How to Support48:24 Final Thoughts and Farewell Official Get Reelisms PageGet Reelisms Amazon StoreInstagram

Send us a textSo often we hear arguments against homosexuality from conservative Christians who claim biblical authority. But what if that authority is built on a mistranslation? What if the word homosexual was never meant to be in the Bible? That question is at the heart of today's conversation. Sara and filmmaker Rocky Roggio are diving into the groundbreaking documentary 1946: The Mistranslation That Shifted Culture. This film uncovers how a single mistranslation in the Revised Standard Version of the Bible has shaped decades of belief, policy, and pain for LGBTQ+ people and their families. Rocky is a strong voice, among the growing chorus of LGBTQIA+ Christians who want to cure the world of this damaging narrative. Special Guest: Rocky RoggioRocky Roggio is a multi award winning independent filmmaker and production designer. Rocky is also a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, and moved out of her home after coming out to her conservative, religious parents. Rocky's father, Sal Roggio, is a non-affirming pastor and preaches that the LGBTQIA+ lifestyle is sinful.  Rocky lives in Los Angeles, CA, and has been a member of three IATSE unions nationwide. She has a Bachelor's degree in Communications with a focus in Radio, Television, and Film. Her background includes large budget physical production on award winning shows and films such as House of Cards, Parks and Recreation, With Bob and David, Whip It, and Red Dawn.  In 2016, Rocky associate produced and production designed GOOK, a feature film that premiered at Sundance in 2017.  In 2018, when she heard about the 1946 mistranslation in the Bible, Roggio immediately quit all her other endeavors and has focused all her time, money, and resources on producing and creating the 1946 documentary. 1946 is Roggio's directorial debut.Links from the Show: Learn more about 1946, the film, here: https://www.1946themovie.com/promotional-material Meet the creative team behind 1946: https://www.1946themovie.com/creators 1946 Resource List: https://www.1946themovie.com/workbook-resources Join Mama Dragons today: www.mamadragons.org In the Den is made possible by generous donors like you. Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today at www.mamadragons.org.  Support the showConnect with Mama Dragons:WebsiteInstagramFacebookDonate to this podcast

Tom Shepard is the Founding Executive Director of Youth Documentary Academy, a program that I wish I'd had access to growing up. Entering its 13th season, YDA is close to premiering its latest flight of short films by underprivileged and at-risk youth with sincere stories to tell. You can still get tickets for the November 9th, 2025 premiere at https://www.youthdocumentary.org/2025worldpremiere/. In this episode I get to talk with Tom about his time growing up, leaving and returning to Colorado Springs, the importance of the YDA program locally, Sundance in Colorado and how YDA can expand in these troubling times.Mentioned in this episode:First Congregational ChurchRocky Mountain Women's FilmIFSOC - Ralph GiordanoHomeward PIkes PeakColorado Springs Homeless UnionPoor Richard'sYouth Documentary AcademyCitizens ProjectInside Out Youth ServicesFollow BNLO on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok!0:00 Splash/Sponsor/Intro0:31 Greetings and Monologue4:37 Ad Break5:32 Introducing Tom Shepard/Wallet Strategy7:01 Night Owling8:00 COS to SFO10:35 Roots in Town15:48 James Dobson is Dead23:45 Youth Documentary Academy 29:14 Using Filmmaking to Process Trauma32:40 How do you Replicate YDA?33:58 Scouring for Funds40:10 Giving up, Going Back42:57 Sundance in Colorado50:17 Film COS53:26 Letting the Kids Shine57:53 The Shifting Zeitgeist59:43 Letting Film Change Your Mind 1:05:15 Shutting up for a Moment to be Compassionate1:13:45 Paying for Culture1:17:15 The A.I. Sitch in Filmmaking1:21:31 Interview Closeout1:22:42 Outro/Credits

Director John-Michael Powell joins No Film School to talk about his gritty Southern crime thriller Violent Ends, which hits theaters October 31. Powell shares the winding journey that led to the film's production—from being dropped from a college art program, to cutting indie films that made it to festivals like Sundance and SXSW, to editing the Emmy-winning Netflix series American Manhunt. Remarkably, he crafted a feature starring Billy Magnussen and Alexandra Shipp—without agents, managers, or festival support. This episode offers a raw, inspiring, and tactical look at building a career from the ground up, how to forge meaningful creative collaborations, and why the cavalry might never come. In this episode, No Film School's GG Hawkins and guest John-Michael Powell discuss… How Powell transitioned from music and graphic design to filmmaking Why getting cut from a college program helped shape his resilience The long road from writing Violent Ends in 2013 to securing funding a decade later The strategy behind securing name actors without traditional representation How he used relationships and resourcefulness to get a bidding war What filmmakers should know about real-money offers and escrow Why adaptability and microbudget thinking still matters—on any scale How not having representation can actually work in your favor Building a production company (Midnight Road) and what's coming next Memorable Quotes: "I got cut. I got the axe." "The most powerful tool you have as a filmmaker is your feet." "I took out 'editor' and put in just 'director and writer.'" "Violent Ends did not get accepted to any festivals… and we sold it to IFC." Guests: John-Michael Powell Resources: Watch the Violent Ends Trailer Violent Ends in Theaters via Fandango 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

This month we are so excited to have the extremely talented Casting Director, Shakyra Dowling, join our Modern Class of Casting Visionaries segment!Shakyra Dowling is a London based casting director renowned for her commitment to championing emerging and diverse talent. With a career spanning over a decade, she has significantly contributed to both independent British cinema and international co-productions. Her casting expertise has been integral to projects that have garnered nominations and accolades at prestigious platforms such as the BAFTAs, BIFAs, Berlinale, Sundance, and TIFF. She has also been recognised with multiple nominations and wins from the Casting Society of America's Artios Awards.Notable work includes Hammarskjöld: Fight for Peace (2023), a Swedish biopic directed by Per Fly and featuring Mikael Persbrandt. She also cast Wolf (2021), directed by Nathalie Biancheri, with George MacKay, Lily-Rose Depp and Paddy Considine and soon to be released Desperate Journey, directed by Annabel Jankel (Tell it to the Bees), featuring Til Schweiger, Clara Rugaard and Sienna Guillory.Shakyra recently collaborated with Peter Greenaway on his latest feature Lucca Mortis, casting Dustin Hoffman and Helen Hunt. In TIFF 2025 is Gandhi Before India, a major TV series filming across the UK and India, with a huge cast including Tom Felton and James Murray.Make sure to subscribe, rate and review! Follow us @tipsycastingResources: Shakyra's IMDBShakyra Dowling Casting WebsiteShakyra's Instagram────────────────────────────⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Stay Tuned with Tipsy Casting on IG⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tipsy Casting YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Jessica ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Jenn ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn More About ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jess ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠& ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jenn's⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Casting Journeys ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get Casting Life Away Merch here!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

The actor Louis Cancelmi ("The Irishman", "Killers of the Flower Moon") returns to the podcast to discuss his craft and his recent role in the Sundance hit film "Sorry, Baby". He's also in the current episodic series "Government Cheese" on Apple TV+. https://youtu.be/vZ62V8CvslY

Episode 363: The Natural - Robert Redford, Baseball Mythology, and Art as ActivismRobert Redford's death prompts a deep dive into his career, from founding the Sundance Film Institute to playing a Hydra villain in Captain America: The Winter Soldier. Matthew and Paul Hoppe explore how The Natural serves as American mythology, examining what baseball reveals about heroism, economics, and the nature of sports fandom.In This Episode:How did Robert Redford shape independent filmmaking through Sundance?What makes The Natural function as American mythology rather than just a sports movie?Why was Redford's casting in Marvel's Winter Soldier symbolically important for superhero cinema?Can athletes be both mercenaries and heroes?What does baseball fandom reveal about parasocial relationships and entitlement?How do economic realities shape player loyalty and fan expectations?What's the difference between loving the game and treating it as a job?**************************************************************************This episode is a production of Superhero Ethics, a The Ethical Panda Podcast and part of the TruStory FM Entertainment Podcast Network. Check our our website to find out more about this and our sister podcast Star Wars Generations.We want to hear from you! You can keep up with our latest news, and send us feedback, questions, or comments via social media or email.Email: Matthew@TheEthicalPanda.comFacebook: TheEthicalPandaInstagram: TheEthicalPandaPodcastsTwitter: EthicalPanda77Or you can join jump into the Star Wars Generations and Superhero Ethics channels on the TruStory FM Discord.Want to get access to even more content while supporting the podcast? Become a member! For $5 a month, or $55 a year you get access to bonus episodes and bonus content at the end of most episodes. Sign up on the podcast's main page. You can even give membership as a gift!You can also support our podcasts through our sponsors:Purchase a lightsaber from Level Up Sabers run by friend of the podcast Neighborhood Master AlanUse Audible for audiobooks. Sign up for a one year membership or gift one through this link.Purchase any media discussed this week through our sponsored links.

How do you define your voice as a director? John-Michael Powell https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3119508/ talks about his new film "Violent Ends" https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6902560 and the career journey that brought it to theaters.When the entire faculty of his art college told him to give up on becoming an artist, John-Michael moved to Los Angeles. He landed his first job at Bunim-Murray Productions, spending nights watching VHS tapes of "The Real World" and transcribing every line of dialogue onto scraps of paper. By day, he lived in a garage in the Valley off the 405 and close to the edge of moving back home.The better he became at editing TV segments with paper scraps thumb-tacked to a corkboard, the faster he spiraled towards mastering useless skills and boring stories about the way things were. But John-Michael had a knack for finding building blocks in any situation. Even alone, the work fueled him. But he still didn't yet know why that mattered to him.Soon things started taking shape: a Sundance award, editing a documentary on the Boston Marathon bombers, learning comedic timing from legend Jerry Zucker, and eventually an Emmy. Suddenly, he began seeing how the trajectory he was on, was nothing he imagined growing up in Arkansas.Listen as John-Michael shares about his career. Why Arkansas is a big part. And how it's all about constant discovery. You're really going to enjoy seeing and feeling why he's in love with building his voice as a director and uncovering the secrets that await. Find him on Instagram: @johnmichael_powell---Help our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/JustShootItPodMatt's Endorsement: The cookbook "Let's Party", by Dan Pelosi https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/dan-pelosi/lets-party/9781454956785/Oren's Endorsement: An interview with David Zucker on the podcast "How I Write: Hollywood Director Explains The 15 Rules of Comedy" https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/david-zucker-hollywood-director-explains-the-15-rules/id1700171470?i=1000715428218John Michael's Endorsement: "A Dictionary of Color Combinations", by Sanzo Wada https://www.amazon.com/Dictionary-Color-Combinations-Various/dp/4861522471 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

They develop hundreds of thousands of leaders. And they were all in one room at Sundance, Utah. In this episode Lone Rock Leadership co-founder Russ Hill takes you inside the executive summit for HR and L&D leaders.Some highlights:When managers face a wall of competencies, bloated slide decks, and libraries of courses, they default to noise over clarity. The fix isn't more content. It's fewer, simpler systems that tie every action to real outcomes.We start with a bold reset: lead with results, not soft skills. Soft skills matter, but only as tools to achieve measurable business outcomes like customer satisfaction, retention, and growth. From there, we unpack four core areas that consistently move the needle across industries and org sizes. First, deliver results through clear, memorable team key results everyone can recite. Second, lead through disruption with a practical Change OS: status quo, mourn, adapt, innovate. Third, accelerate decisions with a shared Decide OS so teams move fast, stay aligned, and avoid constant escalation. Fourth, rethink accountability as power—help people shift from helpless to proactive with habits that focus on what they can control.Along the way, we address why private equity's content flood often backfires, how environment shapes learning, and why networking across functions expands your playbook. Expect crisp frameworks, plain language, and examples you can deploy today—whether you run a unit of 50 or a division of 50,000. If you're ready to cut the clutter and build a culture of clarity, alignment, and movement, this conversation is your blueprint.Want to go deeper or join the next executive summit? Head to LoneRock.io, reserve your spot, and share this episode with a colleague who's ready to simplify and scale. If one idea landed, leave a quick review and tell us which framework you'll try first.--Visit the Lone Rock Leadership Website:https://www.lonerock.ioConnect with me on LinkedIn or to send me a DM:https://www.linkedin.com/in/russleads/Tap here to check out my first book, Decide to Lead, on Amazon. Thank you so much to the thousands of you who have already purchased it for yourself or your company! --About the podcast:The Lead In 30 Podcast with Russ Hill is for leaders of teams who want to grow and accelerate their results. In each episode, Russ Hill shares what he's learned consulting executives. Subscribe to get two new episodes every week. To connect with Russ message him on LinkedIn!

Sprinkling some true crime in The Mix! Host of the I Ken Not podcast, Kendrick Tucker and Mani tackle the new Sundance acclaimed documentary The Perfect Neighbor. This is the story of the death of mom Ajike Owens at the hands of Florida woman Susan Lorincz over the retrieval of Ajike's son's ipad; after years of tension brewing between the community and this lady over the differences between trespassing and playing. The thoughts are saved for the audio but boy are there PLENTY of thoughts and opinions about this documentary and this case overall. Warning: it is a TEAR JERKER! But also incredibly worth the watch and some conversation about the decisions of all involved from director to police department to Suze herself. Pour something strong and come mix it up!Like The Mix? Leave a review/rating! The road to 800 reviews by 2026 is still being traveled.Follow Kendrick on Instagram and Threads: @withkendricktuckerListen to his Podcast: I Ken NotFollow Mani on Instagram and Threads: @mixingwithmani Watch the visuals and listen ad-free on Patreon: patreon.com/mixingwithmani

In this episode of the No Film School Podcast, GG Hawkins speaks with writer-director Mary Bronstein about her searing psychological comedy-drama If I Had Legs, I'd Kick You. The film, starring Rose Byrne, Conan O'Brien, Christian Slater, and A$AP Rocky, explores the emotional breakdown of a woman navigating a mysterious illness in her child, an absentee husband, and a dangerously dependent relationship with her therapist. Premiering at Sundance and earning Rose Byrne a Silver Bear at Berlinale, the film has received critical acclaim for its raw emotional honesty and darkly comedic tone. Mary shares her deeply collaborative process with actors—particularly Byrne—and how performance, not just plot or technique, is the true core of her work. In this episode, No Film School's GG Hawkins and guest Mary Bronstein discuss... Mary's non-traditional journey into directing via acting and method training Why understanding acting is essential for directors The intense six-week collaborative prep process Mary and Rose Byrne underwent to develop the character of Linda How Mary tailors her directing style to unlock emotionally raw, performance-driven cinema The importance of maintaining artistic integrity over commercial conformity Why most screenwriting classes and formatting “rules” are, in Mary's words, “bullshit” The difference between directing for performance versus directing for aesthetics Mary's perspective on the resurgence of a new indie golden age Memorable Quotes: "If your performances are shit, your movie is shit to me." (12:49) "By the time we get to set, there is nothing you could do that would be wrong." (30:34) "My struggle is a creative one, not a commercial one." (42:08) "You don't wait for permission." (46:18) Guests: Mary Bronstein Resources: If I Had Legs, I'd Kick You is now in theaters via A24 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  

Subscribe to Throwing Fits on Patreon. Our interview with Alex Russell is certified fresh. Alex—our old pal whose new movie Lurker is out now—flew in from LA to hit the stu and talk where he subtly displays his Emmy and Golden Globe, movie anachronisms, hypothetical outfits he should've worn on TF, torturing yourself as stunt journalism from back in our Complex days, tapping in with the MCU to support the homies, boundaries are good for first time indie filmmakers, crying to music is easier than crying to movies, the absolute charmed time he and the cast had on set, watching Entourage to prepare you for Sundance, music journalism is actually the impossible dream, critics seeing themselves in your movie is good for business, the cinematic aspirations of all TV writers LA's clout chasing economy, competition with his peers, the niche IP he wants to work with, casting and riffing with his boy Zack Fox, Letterboxd culture might be good, stop eating full ass meals at the movies, his go-to theater snack order, what actors he'd like to work with next, red carpet fits, watching Game of Thrones for the first time, The Bear vs. Beef vs. Dave's writer's rooms, peeping his bosses' dick pics, the Wasian Mount Rushmore, and much more on Alex Russell's interview with The Only Podcast That Matters™.