You Made It Weird with Pete Holmes We Made It Weird w/ Kazik Radwanski (Canadian filmmaker!)
Nov 7, 2025
Kazik Radwanski, a Canadian filmmaker known for his naturalistic storytelling in films like Anne at 13,000 ft, shares insights into his creative process. He discusses how Toronto influences his work and compares his films to meditative experiences. Kazik dives into the mumblecore movement and reveals how he captures authenticity through long takes and minimal rehearsals. He also explores the importance of small, intimate moments in film. Plus, he offers valuable advice for aspiring filmmakers on honing their craft.
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Films As Perceptual Portals
- Kazik's films act like a portal that heightens ordinary perception after viewing.
- They restore presence and sensory detail lost to scrolling culture.
Canadian Realism Rooted In Documentary
- Canadian indie cinema carries a documentary-rooted realism influencing naturalistic fiction.
- Kazik cites British kitchen-sink and Cassavetes traditions as direct influences.
Use Long Takes To Capture Rhythm
- Shoot long takes and high footage ratios to capture conversational rhythm and spontaneous truth.
- Editors then craft those long improvised moments into focused scenes.
