

Just Shoot It: A Podcast about Filmmaking, Screenwriting and Directing
Filmmakers Matt Enlow & Oren Kaplan
Just Shoot It is a podcast about directing hosted by directors. Each week we interview filmmakers on writing, cinematography, development and acting to learn how to build a successful career as a filmmaker in the Hollywood industry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Apr 4, 2024 • 1h 8min
The Casting Director Panel - Just Shoot It 417
Matt & Oren are joined by Danielle Aufiero, Mary Ruth Manley, and Jane Flowers for a special casting-themed LIVE SHOW at the Lee Strasberg Institute!Matt's Endorsement: Grandpa's WeederOren's Endorsement: The Lost EndorsementDanielle's Endorsement: Parmesan Cheese, Boy Swallows Universe, Underestimated: The Wisdom and Power of Teenage GirlsJane's Endorsement: The Dog House UKMary's Endorsement: Dot's PretzelsSign Up for Bea Chahin's Office PA BootCamp: https://shorturl.at/BGMNTContribute to the Just Shoot It Patreon and help the show.Send feedback or questions to @justshootitpod or justshootitpod@gmail.com.Follow Matt on twitter and instagram.Follow Oren on twitter and instagram.Wanna be on the show? Call us with a question at (262) 6-SHOOT-1, and we’ll air your voicemail on the show.Show your support: rate and review us on iTunes. apple.co/2fl9ojySee who our guests are a week early on our instagram @JustshootItPodMusic was provided by the free music archive and by Jahzzar.Each week on Just Shoot It we interview your directors, screenwriters, editors, cinematographers, and actors, and learn how they became successful, working content creators. We’ll share tips and stories of how people in the entertainment industry forced their ways into sustainable careers. We’re all about getting off your butt and making your own videos. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 28, 2024 • 1h 11min
Documenting Redemption w/Brenton Gieser - Just Shoot It 416
Director Brenton Gieser hops on the pod with Matt & Oren this week to discuss his upcoming documentary feature: The 50!Matt's Endorsement: Chuao Chocolate & A Real CameraOren's Endorsement: Gawx Interview & IG NetworkingBrenton's Endorsement: The Eleven by Kyle Rutkin & Directing ActorsContribute to the Just Shoot It Patreon and help the show.Get a Free copy of ShotLister Pro!Send feedback or questions to @justshootitpod or justshootitpod@gmail.com.Follow Matt on twitter and instagram.Follow Oren on twitter and instagram.Wanna be on the show? Call us with a question at (262) 6-SHOOT-1, and we’ll air your voicemail on the show.Show your support: rate and review us on iTunes. apple.co/2fl9ojySee who our guests are a week early on our instagram @JustshootItPodMusic was provided by the free music archive and by Jahzzar.Each week on Just Shoot It we interview your directors, screenwriters, editors, cinematographers, and actors, and learn how they became successful, working content creators. We’ll share tips and stories of how people in the entertainment industry forced their ways into sustainable careers. We’re all about getting off your butt and making your own videos. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 21, 2024 • 1h 23min
How To Destroy Your Neighbors w/Josh Forbes - Just Shoot It 415
This week, Josh Forbes hops on the pod to chat with Matt & Oren about his brand new, goopy horror feature: Destroy All Neighbors!Matt's Endorsement: VidiotsOren's Endorsement: Mr. & Mrs. Smith, Manscaped CommercialJosh's Endorsement: Yes & Disco ElysiumContribute to the Just Shoot It Patreon and help the show.Get a Free copy of ShotLister Pro!Send feedback or questions to @justshootitpod or justshootitpod@gmail.com.Follow Matt on twitter and instagram.Follow Oren on twitter and instagram.Wanna be on the show? Call us with a question at (262) 6-SHOOT-1, and we’ll air your voicemail on the show.Show your support: rate and review us on iTunes. apple.co/2fl9ojySee who our guests are a week early on our instagram @JustshootItPodMusic was provided by the free music archive and by Jahzzar.Each week on Just Shoot It we interview your directors, screenwriters, editors, cinematographers, and actors, and learn how they became successful, working content creators. We’ll share tips and stories of how people in the entertainment industry forced their ways into sustainable careers. We’re all about getting off your butt and making your own videos. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 14, 2024 • 1h 19min
The Distribution Cheat Sheet w/Avril Speaks - Just Shoot It 414
Matt & Oren chat with Avril Speaks about her brand new podcast Distribution Advocates Presents, along with alternative ways to distribute your feature film!Matt's Endorsement: KehOren's Endorsement: Ian Pons Jewell InterviewAvril's Endorsement: Tubi Contribute to the Just Shoot It Patreon and help the show.Get a Free copy of ShotLister Pro!Send feedback or questions to @justshootitpod or justshootitpod@gmail.com.Follow Matt on twitter and instagram.Follow Oren on twitter and instagram.Wanna be on the show? Call us with a question at (262) 6-SHOOT-1, and we’ll air your voicemail on the show.Show your support: rate and review us on iTunes. apple.co/2fl9ojySee who our guests are a week early on our instagram @JustshootItPodMusic was provided by the free music archive and by Jahzzar.Each week on Just Shoot It we interview your directors, screenwriters, editors, cinematographers, and actors, and learn how they became successful, working content creators. We’ll share tips and stories of how people in the entertainment industry forced their ways into sustainable careers. We’re all about getting off your butt and making your own videos. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 7, 2024 • 1h 7min
Eye Trace w/Matt & Oren - Just Shoot It 413
This week, Matt & Oren dive into their current, career-fueled obsessions: Eye Trace, Screenwriting, & Instagram Doomscrolling! Matt's Endorsement: OmgAdrian & Have a lil' ProjectOren's Endorsement: Mad Max, Pizza Party Tater Chips & Mohu HD AntennaContribute to the Just Shoot It Patreon and help the show.Get a Free copy of ShotLister Pro!Send feedback or questions to @justshootitpod or justshootitpod@gmail.com.Follow Matt on twitter and instagram.Follow Oren on twitter and instagram.Wanna be on the show? Call us with a question at (262) 6-SHOOT-1, and we’ll air your voicemail on the show.Show your support: rate and review us on iTunes. apple.co/2fl9ojySee who our guests are a week early on our instagram @JustshootItPodMusic was provided by the free music archive and by Jahzzar.Each week on Just Shoot It we interview your directors, screenwriters, editors, cinematographers, and actors, and learn how they became successful, working content creators. We’ll share tips and stories of how people in the entertainment industry forced their ways into sustainable careers. We’re all about getting off your butt and making your own videos. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 29, 2024 • 1h 9min
Reinventing Orlando Bloom w/ the Nelms Brothers - Just Shoot It 412 Pt. 2
We're back with the second part of our conversation with the Nelms Brothers, Ian and Esh, to close out their epic tale of indie filmmaking to... bigger indie filmmaking. Contribute to the Just Shoot It Patreon and help the show.Get a Free copy of ShotLister Pro!Send feedback or questions to @justshootitpod or justshootitpod@gmail.com.Follow Matt on twitter and instagram.Follow Oren on twitter and instagram.Wanna be on the show? Call us with a question at (262) 6-SHOOT-1, and we’ll air your voicemail on the show.Show your support: rate and review us on iTunes. apple.co/2fl9ojySee who our guests are a week early on our instagram @JustshootItPodMusic was provided by the free music archive and by Jahzzar.Each week on Just Shoot It we interview your directors, screenwriters, editors, cinematographers, and actors, and learn how they became successful, working content creators. We’ll share tips and stories of how people in the entertainment industry forced their ways into sustainable careers. We’re all about getting off your butt and making your own videos. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 22, 2024 • 54min
Hustling for Big Stars and Fat Men w/ the Nelms Brothers - Just Shoot It 412 Pt. 1
This week, we're joined by the Nelms Brothers, Ian and Esh, a pair of writer/directors/brothers who take us on a voyage through their careers, starting in DIY filmmaking, and culminating in a feature career filled with bonafide movie stars. Check out part one of this roller coaster of a story! Contribute to the Just Shoot It Patreon and help the show.Get a Free copy of ShotLister Pro!Send feedback or questions to @justshootitpod or justshootitpod@gmail.com.Follow Matt on twitter and instagram.Follow Oren on twitter and instagram.Wanna be on the show? Call us with a question at (262) 6-SHOOT-1, and we’ll air your voicemail on the show.Show your support: rate and review us on iTunes. apple.co/2fl9ojySee who our guests are a week early on our instagram @JustshootItPodMusic was provided by the free music archive and by Jahzzar.Each week on Just Shoot It we interview your directors, screenwriters, editors, cinematographers, and actors, and learn how they became successful, working content creators. We’ll share tips and stories of how people in the entertainment industry forced their ways into sustainable careers. We’re all about getting off your butt and making your own videos. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 15, 2024 • 55min
Director's Cuts w/Matt & Oren - Just Shoot It 411
This week, Matt & Oren chat about why and how you should make a Director's Cut of your latest client job. They also talk about their favorite Super Bowl commercials.Matt's Endorsement: Tile TrackersOren's Endorsement: Larry David on Conan Needs a FriendContribute to the Just Shoot It Patreon and help the show.Get a Free copy of ShotLister Pro!Send feedback or questions to @justshootitpod or justshootitpod@gmail.com.Follow Matt on twitter and instagram.Follow Oren on twitter and instagram.Wanna be on the show? Call us with a question at (262) 6-SHOOT-1, and we’ll air your voicemail on the show.Show your support: rate and review us on iTunes. apple.co/2fl9ojySee who our guests are a week early on our instagram @JustshootItPodMusic was provided by the free music archive and by Jahzzar.Each week on Just Shoot It we interview your directors, screenwriters, editors, cinematographers, and actors, and learn how they became successful, working content creators. We’ll share tips and stories of how people in the entertainment industry forced their ways into sustainable careers. We’re all about getting off your butt and making your own videos. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 8, 2024 • 1h 4min
Making Connections in Hollywood w/Matt & Oren - Just Shoot It 410
This week, Matt & Oren chat about making connections, presenting yourselves to employers, and getting people to email you back! Matt's Endorsement: The Academy Museum ScreeningsOren's Endorsement: Trader Joe's Dark Choc Mini Hearts, Fargo S5, Life References, 3 Cool SpotsContribute to the Just Shoot It Patreon and help the show.Send feedback or questions to @justshootitpod or justshootitpod@gmail.com.Follow Matt on twitter and instagram.Follow Oren on twitter and instagram.Wanna be on the show? Call us with a question at (262) 6-SHOOT-1, and we’ll air your voicemail on the show.Show your support: rate and review us on iTunes. apple.co/2fl9ojySee who our guests are a week early on our instagram @JustshootItPodMusic was provided by the free music archive and by Jahzzar.Each week on Just Shoot It we interview your directors, screenwriters, editors, cinematographers, and actors, and learn how they became successful, working content creators. We’ll share tips and stories of how people in the entertainment industry forced their ways into sustainable careers. We’re all about getting off your butt and making your own videos. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 2, 2024 • 1h 16min
Breaking into TV w/Director Amanda Row - Just Shoot It 409
This week we decided to not release out originally planned episode for reasons you will hear about in the podcast. But we did pull one of our favorites out of the archive -- Episode 238 with TV Director Amanda Row. She shows how her persistence and work ethic led her to directing some of the biggest shows on TV like Star Trek, The Spiderwick Chronicles, and the Chucky TV shw. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.