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Jul 26, 2021 • 1h 2min

Editing the Emmy-nominated HBO show Mare of Easttown with Amy E. Duddleston

Today on the show, Giles Alderson and co-host Dom Lenoir welcome editor Amy E. Duddleston. She has worked on shows like The Killing, Dexter, Hunters and HBO’s Emmy nominated Mare of Easttown, starring Kate Winslet, Julianne Nicholson and Jean Smart.They dive deep into the making of Mare of Easttown. So if you haven’t seen it – do go watch it. It’s a brilliant show and Amy goes into great detail about how she put the episodes together.She talks about her process, tone and genre, the director-editor relationship, how she cuts performance, and how she handled the multiple narratives strands in the show. She also discusses what it’s like to work for HBO and why she loves being on set.So, if you’re interested in editing, or loved, Mare of Easttown, this episode is for you. It was a joy talking to Amy. Soooo sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s conversation with Amy E. Duddleston. Mare of Easttown is out NOW! A detective in a small Pennsylvania town investigates a local murder while trying to keep her life from falling apart. EPISODE LINKSWatch Mare of Easttown now | TRAILERFollow Amy on Twitter OUR SPONSORSCoin CornerWith an easy-to-use site and a friendly customer support team on hand to help, CoinCorner is a quick and easy way to buy Bitcoin in the UK. You can sign up and buy Bitcoin in under 10 minutes!Bitcoin is the best performing asset of the last decade – outperforming gold, silver and many others – so if you’re looking to buy Bitcoin, CoinCorner is here to make the process simple.Visit CoinCorner.com and enter code “FILMBTC” at sign up for some free sats – or small amounts of bitcoin – to get you started.Coin Corner link URL: coincorner.com/filmbtcCode: FILMBTC PATREONBig thank you to:Marli J MonroeKevin PybusWant your name in the show notes?Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, industry survival guides and feedback on your film projects! Our new 4 tier structure is in place. Come join the community!https://www.patreon.com/thefilmmakerspodcast EVENTS & CROWDFUNDERSJoin us on ClubHouse on Thursday’s 6.30 here: GMT https://www.joinclubhouse.com/event/M5X0QzvxThe 48 Hour Film Project:https://www.48hourfilm.com/en/london-gb SUPPORT THE PODCASTRead & Sign Up for The Wrap Up – Our weekly Newsletter with news and information from the world of filmSpread the Word with Our Merch T-Shirts, Hoodies, Mugs, Masks and Water Bottles all now available in some very cool designs.Subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Podbean, or wherever you get your podcasts.Help us out and write us a review (a good one!), tell your friends and CHOOSE FILM.Get in touch? Email us thefilmmakerspodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter Facebook and InstagramCheck out our full episode archive at TheFilmmakersPodcast.com CREDITSThe Filmmakers Podcast is hosted and written by Giles Alderson @gilesaldersonProduced by Giles Alderson, Robbie McKane @robbiemckane & Samuel Evans @SamuelHEvans_Edited by @tobiasveesSocial Media by Kalli Pasqualucci @kallieepLogo and Banner Art by Lois Creative Theme Music by John J. HarveyPart of the www.podfixnetwork.squarespace.com WATCH OUR FILMSThe Dare UK | TrailerThe Dare Canada and USAA Serial Killers Guide to Life | TrailerArthur & Merlin: Knights of CamelotWinter Ridge UKThe IsleFanged UpThe MarkerStar Wars: Origins MORE FROM OUR FRIENDSFollow our Regular Hosts @LucindaRhodes @DirDomLenoir @35mmdop @philmblog @IanSharp1 @Cjamesdirect @dan710thsFollow Make Your Film for Live Events with our Guests @makeyourfilm20 Follow our Movies @thedaremovie @Food4ThoughtDoc @FangedUpFilmRaindance events www.raindance.orgThe Filmmakers Podcast recommends Performance InsuranceMusic from musicbed.comGiles Alderson’s websiteHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jul 22, 2021 • 56min

Making your debut feature with Joe Marcantonio Part 2 - Kindred

Part 2 of our chat with director and screenwriter Joe MarcantonioWe carry on where we left off discussing casting on his debut feature KindredJoe talks further about the casting an filming process, why going with your gut is important and hoe he directs his actors.We also talk about the trauma of film-making, the release of the film in the US and how it felt being picked us a Sky Original. And finally Giles and Joe chat agents and their importance plus Joe gives some fantastic advice for upcoming filmmakers.LinksKINDRED Trailer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-9McAe8WFcoKINDRED on Sky movies https://www.sky.com/watch/title/programme/96c2f289-d8f2-408b-b936-6925f743000bJoe’s website https://www.marcantonio.tv/ KindredPlagued by hallucinations, a pregnant woman suspects that the family of her deceased boyfriend has intentions for her unborn child.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------PATREONBig thank you to:Marli J MonroeKevin PybusWant your name in the show notes?Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, industry survival guides and feedback on your film projects! Our new 4 tier structure is in place. Come join the community!https://www.patreon.com/thefilmmakerspodcast EVENTS & CROWDFUNDERSJoin us on ClubHouse on Thursday’s 6.30 here: GMT https://www.joinclubhouse.com/event/M5X0Qzvx SUPPORT THE PODCASTRead & Sign Up for The Wrap Up – Our weekly Newsletter with news and information from the world of filmSpread the Word with Our Merch T-Shirts, Hoodies, Mugs, Masks and Water Bottles all now available in some very cool designs.Subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Podbean, or wherever you get your podcasts.Help us out and write us a review (a good one!), tell your friends and CHOOSE FILM.Get in touch? Email us thefilmmakerspodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter Facebook and InstagramCheck out our full episode archive at TheFilmmakersPodcast.com CREDITSThe Filmmakers Podcast is hosted and written by Giles Alderson @gilesaldersonProduced by Giles Alderson, Robbie McKane @robbiemckane & Samuel Evans @SamuelHEvans_Edited by @tobiasveesSocial Media by Kalli Pasqualucci @kallieepLogo and Banner Art by Lois Creative Theme Music by John J. HarveyPart of the www.podfixnetwork.squarespace.com WATCH OUR FILMSThe Dare UK | TrailerThe Dare Canada and USAA Serial Killers Guide to Life | TrailerArthur & Merlin: Knights of CamelotWinter Ridge UKThe IsleFanged UpThe MarkerStar Wars: Origins MORE FROM OUR FRIENDSFollow our Regular Hosts @LucindaRhodes @DirDomLenoir @35mmdop @philmblog @IanSharp1 @Cjamesdirect @dan710thsFollow Make Your Film for Live Events with our Guests @makeyourfilm20 Follow our Movies @thedaremovie @Food4ThoughtDoc @FangedUpFilmRaindance events www.raindance.orgThe Filmmakers Podcast recommends Performance InsuranceMusic from musicbed.comGiles Alderson’s websiteHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jul 19, 2021 • 1h 13min

Writing and Directing Kindred, a Sky Original feature with Joe Marcantonio

This week Giles Alderson (Wolves of War) is joined by writer and director Joe Marcantonio who’s debut feature film Kindred stars Fiona Shaw, Tamara Lawrence and Jack Lowden and is on Sky Movies now as a Sky OriginalJoe has a wonderful chat with Giles about his career and how it lead to making Kindred. He talks about making his short film Red Light starring Jessie Buckley and how a chance meeting a anti natal class led to his first feature.He discusses where his ideas come from and his writing process and why a therapist would be good on (and off) set. We also chat dealing with reviews, casting, talking and directing named actors and what he learned being a runner/set PA and why being a director does not mean being a dictator. LinksKINDRED Trailer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-9McAe8WFcoKINDRED on Sky movies https://www.sky.com/watch/title/programme/96c2f289-d8f2-408b-b936-6925f743000bJoe’s website https://www.marcantonio.tv/ KindredPlagued by hallucinations, a pregnant woman suspects that the family of her deceased boyfriend has intentions for her unborn child.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------PATREONBig thank you to:Marli J MonroeKevin PybusWant your name in the show notes?Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, industry survival guides and feedback on your film projects! Our new 4 tier structure is in place. Come join the community!https://www.patreon.com/thefilmmakerspodcast EVENTS & CROWDFUNDERSJoin us on ClubHouse on Thursday’s 6.30 here: GMT https://www.joinclubhouse.com/event/M5X0Qzvx SUPPORT THE PODCASTRead & Sign Up for The Wrap Up – Our weekly Newsletter with news and information from the world of filmSpread the Word with Our Merch T-Shirts, Hoodies, Mugs, Masks and Water Bottles all now available in some very cool designs.Subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Podbean, or wherever you get your podcasts.Help us out and write us a review (a good one!), tell your friends and CHOOSE FILM.Get in touch? Email us thefilmmakerspodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter Facebook and InstagramCheck out our full episode archive at TheFilmmakersPodcast.com CREDITSThe Filmmakers Podcast is hosted and written by Giles Alderson @gilesaldersonProduced by Giles Alderson, Robbie McKane @robbiemckane & Samuel Evans @SamuelHEvans_Edited by @tobiasveesSocial Media by Kalli Pasqualucci @kallieepLogo and Banner Art by Lois Creative Theme Music by John J. HarveyPart of the www.podfixnetwork.squarespace.com WATCH OUR FILMSThe Dare UK | TrailerThe Dare Canada and USAA Serial Killers Guide to Life | TrailerArthur & Merlin: Knights of CamelotWinter Ridge UKThe IsleFanged UpThe MarkerStar Wars: Origins MORE FROM OUR FRIENDSFollow our Regular Hosts @LucindaRhodes @DirDomLenoir @35mmdop @philmblog @IanSharp1 @Cjamesdirect @dan710thsFollow Make Your Film for Live Events with our Guests @makeyourfilm20 Follow our Movies @thedaremovie @Food4ThoughtDoc @FangedUpFilmRaindance events www.raindance.orgThe Filmmakers Podcast recommends Performance InsuranceMusic from musicbed.comGiles Alderson’s websiteHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jul 12, 2021 • 55min

The Writer-Director Collaboration in Indie Filmmaking with Tracy Wren & Jennifer Cooney

Today on the show, Giles Alderson welcomes director & producer Tracy Wren and screenwriter & producer Jennifer Cooney. Together they made the indie feature film Rain Beau’s End (2020), which is out now on VOD on lesflicks.com.They dive deep into their collaboration on the film, how they made it, and how they found distribution. Tracy talks about what she learned from editors, how she creates storyboards, how she works with actors, and what directing is really about. Jennifer discusses how she came on board as a first-time writer and how she became a better screenwriter by being on set.Sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s episode on the writer-director-collaboration with Tracy Wren & Jennifer Cooney. Rain Beau’s End is out NOW!When a prominent, progressive lesbian couple adopts a child mislabelled with a genetic predisposition for violence, they must face the ghosts of their past and contend with their hard-lined stance on acceptance. Will they stand for their values while trying to raise a loving family in the spotlight? EPISODE LINKSWatch RAIN BEAU’S END now | TRAILERFollow Tracy on TwitterFollow Jennifer on Twitter OUR SPONSORSCoin CornerWith an easy-to-use site and a friendly customer support team on hand to help, CoinCorner is a quick and easy way to buy Bitcoin in the UK. You can sign up and buy Bitcoin in under 10 minutes!Bitcoin is the best performing asset of the last decade – outperforming gold, silver and many others – so if you’re looking to buy Bitcoin, CoinCorner is here to make the process simple.Visit CoinCorner.com and enter code “FILMBTC” at sign up for some free sats – or small amounts of bitcoin – to get you started.Coin Corner link URL: coincorner.com/filmbtcCode: FILMBTC PATREONBig thank you to:Marli J MonroeKevin PybusWant your name in the show notes?Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, industry survival guides and feedback on your film projects! Our new 4 tier structure is in place. Come join the community!https://www.patreon.com/thefilmmakerspodcast EVENTS & CROWDFUNDERSJoin us on ClubHouse on Thursday’s 6.30 here: GMT https://www.joinclubhouse.com/event/M5X0Qzvx SUPPORT THE PODCASTRead & Sign Up for The Wrap Up – Our weekly Newsletter with news and information from the world of filmSpread the Word with Our Merch T-Shirts, Hoodies, Mugs, Masks and Water Bottles all now available in some very cool designs.Subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Podbean, or wherever you get your podcasts.Help us out and write us a review (a good one!), tell your friends and CHOOSE FILM.Get in touch? Email us thefilmmakerspodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter Facebook and InstagramCheck out our full episode archive at TheFilmmakersPodcast.com CREDITSThe Filmmakers Podcast is hosted and written by Giles Alderson @gilesaldersonProduced by Giles Alderson, Robbie McKane @robbiemckane & Samuel Evans @SamuelHEvans_Edited by @tobiasveesSocial Media by Kalli Pasqualucci @kallieepLogo and Banner Art by Lois Creative Theme Music by John J. HarveyPart of the www.podfixnetwork.squarespace.com WATCH OUR FILMSThe Dare UK | TrailerThe Dare Canada and USAA Serial Killers Guide to Life | TrailerArthur & Merlin: Knights of CamelotWinter Ridge UKThe IsleFanged UpThe MarkerStar Wars: Origins MORE FROM OUR FRIENDSFollow our Regular Hosts @LucindaRhodes @DirDomLenoir @35mmdop @philmblog @IanSharp1 @Cjamesdirect @dan710thsFollow Make Your Film for Live Events with our Guests @makeyourfilm20 Follow our Movies @thedaremovie @Food4ThoughtDoc @FangedUpFilmRaindance events www.raindance.orgThe Filmmakers Podcast recommends Performance InsuranceMusic from musicbed.comGiles Alderson’s websiteHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jul 5, 2021 • 1h 7min

Writing and Directing a multiple-award-winning Debut Feature Film with Nóra Lakos

Today on the show, Giles Alderson and co-host Dom Lenoir chat with the Hungarian writer and director Nóra Lakos about her debut feature film, Cream/Hab (2020).They dive deep into her filmmaking career, how she went from award-winning short films and TV to making her first feature film. They also discuss why you should go to film festivals and you’ll hear about what it’s like to make a film in Hungary.Nóra talks about her writing routine, directing actors, the director’s mindset, how she made Cream, and why preproduction is the most important part of filmmaking.Her film Cream is out now on HBO! Do go support! It's a fantastic film! And Nóra is an absolute inspiration. So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s episode with Nóra Lakos. EPISODE LINKSFollow CREAM on Instagram | TRAILERFollow Nóra on Instagram OUR SPONSORSCoin CornerWith an easy-to-use site and a friendly customer support team on hand to help, CoinCorner is a quick and easy way to buy Bitcoin in the UK. You can sign up and buy Bitcoin in under 10 minutes!Bitcoin is the best performing asset of the last decade – outperforming gold, silver and many others – so if you’re looking to buy Bitcoin, CoinCorner is here to make the process simple.Visit CoinCorner.com and enter code “FILMBTC” at sign up for some free sats – or small amounts of bitcoin – to get you started.Coin Corner link URL: coincorner.com/filmbtcCode: FILMBTC PATREONBig thank you to:Marli J MonroeKevin PybusWant your name in the show notes?Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, industry survival guides and feedback on your film projects! Our new 4 tier structure is in place. Come join the community!https://www.patreon.com/thefilmmakerspodcast EVENTS & CROWDFUNDERSJoin us on ClubHouse on Thursday’s 6.30 here: GMT https://www.joinclubhouse.com/event/M5X0Qzvx SUPPORT THE PODCASTRead & Sign Up for The Wrap Up – Our weekly Newsletter with news and information from the world of filmSpread the Word with Our Merch T-Shirts, Hoodies, Mugs, Masks and Water Bottles all now available in some very cool designs.Subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Podbean, or wherever you get your podcasts.Help us out and write us a review (a good one!), tell your friends and CHOOSE FILM.Get in touch? Email us thefilmmakerspodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter Facebook and InstagramCheck out our full episode archive at TheFilmmakersPodcast.com CREDITSThe Filmmakers Podcast is hosted and written by Giles Alderson @gilesaldersonProduced by Giles Alderson, Robbie McKane @robbiemckane & Samuel Evans @SamuelHEvans_Edited by @tobiasveesSocial Media by Kalli Pasqualucci @kallieepLogo and Banner Art by Lois Creative Theme Music by John J. HarveyPart of the www.podfixnetwork.squarespace.com WATCH OUR FILMSThe Dare UK | TrailerThe Dare Canada and USAA Serial Killers Guide to Life | TrailerArthur & Merlin: Knights of CamelotWinter Ridge UKThe IsleFanged UpThe MarkerStar Wars: Origins MORE FROM OUR FRIENDSFollow our Regular Hosts @LucindaRhodes @DirDomLenoir @35mmdop @philmblog @IanSharp1 @Cjamesdirect @dan710thsFollow Make Your Film for Live Events with our Guests @makeyourfilm20 Follow our Movies @thedaremovie @Food4ThoughtDoc @FangedUpFilmRaindance events www.raindance.orgThe Filmmakers Podcast recommends Performance InsuranceMusic from musicbed.comGiles Alderson’s websiteHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jun 28, 2021 • 1h 12min

Producing Emmy-nominated Indie Films with Carolina Groppa

On today’s show, Giles Alderson and co-host Dom Lenoir chat with producer Carolina Groppa. She is an Emmy-nominated producer of such films as Miss Virginia (2019), Hysterical (2021), and the rather excellent Autism in Love (2015).They dive deep into her journey, from her beginnings as an actress to becoming a producer in Hollywood, how she built her career, and what it was like to be the talk of the town. She discusses the difference between producing narrative feature films and documentaries, her producer’s life, and why it’s important to cherish the little moments on set.Carolina gives great advice on how to start a career. This episode is a masterclass for aspiring producers. So sit back, relax and enjoy this week’s conversation with Carolina Groppa. EPISODE LINKSWatch AUTISM IN LOVE now | TRAILERWatch HYSTERICAL now | TRAILERCarolina's Podcast: Angle on Producers OUR SPONSORSCoin CornerWith an easy-to-use site and a friendly customer support team on hand to help, CoinCorner is a quick and easy way to buy Bitcoin in the UK. You can sign up and buy Bitcoin in under 10 minutes!Bitcoin is the best performing asset of the last decade – outperforming gold, silver and many others – so if you’re looking to buy Bitcoin, CoinCorner is here to make the process simple.Visit CoinCorner.com and enter code “FILMBTC” at sign up for some free sats – or small amounts of bitcoin – to get you started.Coin Corner link URL: coincorner.com/filmbtcCode: FILMBTC PATREONBig thank you to:Marli J MonroeKevin PybusWant your name in the show notes?Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, industry survival guides and feedback on your film projects! Our new 4 tier structure is in place. Come join the community!https://www.patreon.com/thefilmmakerspodcast EVENTS & CROWDFUNDERSJoin us on ClubHouse on Thursday’s 6.30 here: GMT https://www.joinclubhouse.com/event/M5X0Qzvx SUPPORT THE PODCASTRead & Sign Up for The Wrap Up – Our weekly Newsletter with news and information from the world of filmSpread the Word with Our Merch T-Shirts, Hoodies, Mugs, Masks and Water Bottles all now available in some very cool designs.Subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Podbean, or wherever you get your podcasts.Help us out and write us a review (a good one!), tell your friends and CHOOSE FILM.Get in touch? Email us thefilmmakerspodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter Facebook and InstagramCheck out our full episode archive at TheFilmmakersPodcast.com CREDITSThe Filmmakers Podcast is hosted and written by Giles Alderson @gilesaldersonProduced by Giles Alderson, Robbie McKane @robbiemckane & Samuel Evans @SamuelHEvans_Edited by @tobiasveesSocial Media by Kalli Pasqualucci @kallieepLogo and Banner Art by Lois Creative Theme Music by John J. HarveyPart of the www.podfixnetwork.squarespace.com WATCH OUR FILMSThe Dare UK | TrailerThe Dare Canada and USAA Serial Killers Guide to Life | TrailerArthur & Merlin: Knights of CamelotWinter Ridge UKThe IsleFanged UpThe MarkerStar Wars: Origins MORE FROM OUR FRIENDSFollow our Regular Hosts @LucindaRhodes @DirDomLenoir @35mmdop @philmblog @IanSharp1 @Cjamesdirect @dan710thsFollow Make Your Film for Live Events with our Guests @makeyourfilm20 Follow our Movies @thedaremovie @Food4ThoughtDoc @FangedUpFilmRaindance events www.raindance.orgThe Filmmakers Podcast recommends Performance InsuranceMusic from musicbed.comGiles Alderson’s websiteHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jun 21, 2021 • 57min

Ben Wheatley – Kill List, Rebecca, Free Fire, In the Earth - from Indie Films to Studio Movies and back again

We are delighted to welcome the great Ben Wheatley to this week’s episode! He’s a writer and director, who has made films like Kill List (2011), High-Rise (2015), Free Fire (2016), Rebecca (2020) and many, many more.Hosted by Giles Alderson and co-host Dom Lenoir, we chat about Ben’s latest indie feature, In the Earth (2021), which he shot during the pandemic. We dive deep into the making of the film. Ben discusses storyboarding, why he doesn’t like rehearsing, how he works with actors, pacing, coverage and performance, editing, writing, … He also talks about the difference between indie films and studio films, audience expectations, and how he chooses his projects.It was a joy talking to Ben. Sit back, relax, and enjoy this week’s indie filmmaking masterclass with Ben Wheatley. In the Earth is out NOW!As the world searches for a cure to a disastrous virus, a scientist and park scout venture deep in the forest for a routine equipment run. EPISODE LINKSWatch IN THE EARTH now | TRAILER Ben Wheatley on IMDb OUR SPONSORSCoin CornerWith an easy-to-use site and a friendly customer support team on hand to help, CoinCorner is a quick and easy way to buy Bitcoin in the UK. You can sign up and buy Bitcoin in under 10 minutes!Bitcoin is the best performing asset of the last decade – outperforming gold, silver and many others – so if you’re looking to buy Bitcoin, CoinCorner is here to make the process simple.Visit CoinCorner.com and enter code “FILMBTC” at sign up for some free sats – or small amounts of bitcoin – to get you started.Coin Corner link URL: coincorner.com/filmbtcCode: FILMBTC PATREONBig thank you to:Marli J MonroeKevin PybusWant your name in the show notes?Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, industry survival guides and feedback on your film projects!Our new 4 tier structure is in place. Come join the community!https://www.patreon.com/thefilmmakerspodcast EVENTS & CROWDFUNDERSJoin us on ClubHouse on Thursday’s 6.30 here: GMT https://www.joinclubhouse.com/event/M5X0Qzvx SUPPORT THE PODCASTRead & Sign Up for The Wrap Up – Our weekly Newsletter with news and information from the world of filmSpread the Word with Our Merch T-Shirts, Hoodies, Mugs, Masks and Water Bottles all now available in some very cool designs.Subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Podbean, or wherever you get your podcasts.Help us out and write us a review (a good one!), tell your friends and CHOOSE FILM.Get in touch? Email us thefilmmakerspodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter Facebook and InstagramCheck out our full episode archive at TheFilmmakersPodcast.com CREDITSThe Filmmakers Podcast is hosted and written by Giles Alderson @gilesaldersonProduced by Giles Alderson, Robbie McKane @robbiemckane & Samuel Evans @SamuelHEvans_Edited by @tobiasveesSocial Media by Kalli Pasqualucci @kallieepLogo and Banner Art by Lois Creative Theme Music by John J. HarveyPart of the www.podfixnetwork.squarespace.com WATCH OUR FILMSThe Dare UK | TrailerThe Dare Canada and USAA Serial Killers Guide to Life | TrailerArthur & Merlin: Knights of CamelotWinter Ridge UKThe IsleFanged UpThe MarkerStar Wars: Origins MORE FROM OUR FRIENDSFollow our Regular Hosts @LucindaRhodes @DirDomLenoir @35mmdop @philmblog @IanSharp1 @Cjamesdirect @dan710thsFollow Make Your Film for Live Events with our Guests @makeyourfilm20 Follow our Movies @thedaremovie @Food4ThoughtDoc @FangedUpFilmRaindance events www.raindance.orgThe Filmmakers Podcast recommends Performance InsuranceMusic from musicbed.comGiles Alderson’s websiteHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jun 15, 2021 • 1h 32min

How to Make an Award winning Indie Hit 'Nina Forever' with the Chris and Ben Blaine AKA Blaine Brothers.

Today on the show, Giles Alderson and his co-host Dom Lenoir welcome the fantastic Blaine Brothers, Chris and Ben. They are the writers and directors of the award-winning indie hit film Nina Forever and the directors of the new BBC2 comedy series Out of her Mind.Chris and Ben dive deep into their filmmaking journey, how they started making films and earning money with them in school, and how one of their early short films was shortlisted for BAFTA.They also talk about working, writing and directing together as brothers, and discuss how they made their debut feature film Nina Forever, including raising the money, prepping for filming, working with actors, editing their own film, distribution, and many, many more things.This epic conversation is an absolute masterclass for indie filmmakers with tons of great, thoughtful, and inspiring advice. We hope you'll enjoy this conversation as much as we did! EPISODE LINKSWatch NINA FOREVER now | TRAILERWatch Out of her Mind on IplayerThe Blaine Brothers on Twitter OUR SPONSORSCoin CornerWith an easy-to-use site and a friendly customer support team on hand to help, CoinCorner is a quick and easy way to buy Bitcoin in the UK. You can sign up and buy Bitcoin in under 10 minutes!Bitcoin is the best performing asset of the last decade – outperforming gold, silver and many others – so if you’re looking to buy Bitcoin, CoinCorner is here to make the process simple.Visit CoinCorner.com and enter code “FILMBTC” at sign up for some free sats – or small amounts of bitcoin – to get you started.Coin Corner link URL: coincorner.com/filmbtcCode: FILMBTC PATREONBig thank you to:Marli J MonroeKevin PybusWant your name in the show notes? Join our Patreon for bonus episodes, industry survival guides and feedback on your film projects.Our new 4 tier structure is in place. Come join the community!https://www.patreon.com/thefilmmakerspodcast EVENTS & CROWDFUNDERSBarnes Film Festival: https://barnesfilmfestival.com/Love without Walls – Support Jane Gull – https://greenlit.com/project/love-without-wallsGranada Nights – Support indie filmmaker Abid Khan feature debut out in cinemas nowhttp://granadanights.com/Join the Female Film Club online community here: https://www.femalefilmclub.com/Join us on ClubHouse on Thursday’s 6.30 here: GMT https://www.joinclubhouse.com/event/M5X0Qzvx SUPPORT THE PODCASTRead & Sign Up for The Wrap Up – Our weekly Newsletter with news and information from the world of filmSpread the Word with Our Merch T-Shirts, Hoodies, Mugs, Masks and Water Bottles all now available in some very cool designs.Subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Podbean, or wherever you get your podcasts.Help us out and write us a review (a good one!), tell your friends and CHOOSE FILM.Get in touch? Email us thefilmmakerspodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter Facebook and InstagramCheck out our full episode archive at TheFilmmakersPodcast.com CREDITSThe Filmmakers Podcast is hosted and written by Giles Alderson @gilesaldersonProduced by Giles Alderson, Robbie McKane @robbiemckane & Samuel Evans @SamuelHEvans_Edited by @tobiasveesSocial Media by Kalli Pasqualucci @kallieepLogo and Banner Art by Lois Creative Theme Music by John J. HarveyPart of the www.podfixnetwork.squarespace.com WATCH OUR FILMSThe Dare UK | TrailerThe Dare Canada and USAA Serial Killers Guide to Life | TrailerArthur & Merlin: Knights of CamelotWinter Ridge UKThe IsleFanged UpThe MarkerStar Wars: Origins MORE FROM OUR FRIENDSFollow our Regular Hosts @LucindaRhodes @DirDomLenoir @35mmdop @philmblog @IanSharp1 @Cjamesdirect @dan710thsFollow Make Your Film for Live Events with our Guests @makeyourfilm20 Follow our Movies @thedaremovie @Food4ThoughtDoc @FangedUpFilmRaindance events www.raindance.orgThe Filmmakers Podcast recommends Performance InsuranceMusic from musicbed.comGiles Alderson’s websiteHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jun 7, 2021 • 57min

"Host" Screenwriter Gemma Hurley on Writing a Hit Movie

Today, Giles Alderson and his co-host Andrew Rodger welcome screenwriter Gemma Hurley to the podcast. She is one of the writers on the upcoming show The Rising and the co-writer of the amazing streaming horror hit Host, which took the internet by storm in 2020.Gem dives deep into the making of Host, how she came on board, how they managed to write and make a feature in just a few months during Lockdown, and what impact it had on her career as a female genre writer, including a three-picture deal with Blumhouse Production.They talk about collaborating with other writers. Gem discusses the benefits of working on Zoom, her upcoming projects and the differences between writer’s rooms in the UK and the States. It was a joy talking to Gem.Sit back, relax, try not to break your arm, and listen to some amazing advice for young writers! EPISODE LINKSWatch HOST now | TRAILERGemma on Twitter OUR SPONSORSCoin CornerWith an easy-to-use site and a friendly customer support team on hand to help, CoinCorner is a quick and easy way to buy Bitcoin in the UK. You can sign up and buy Bitcoin in under 10 minutes!Bitcoin is the best performing asset of the last decade – outperforming gold, silver and many others – so if you’re looking to buy Bitcoin, CoinCorner is here to make the process simple.Visit CoinCorner.com and enter code “FILMBTC” at sign up for some free sats – or small amounts of bitcoin – to get you started.Coin Corner link URL: coincorner.com/filmbtcCode: FILMBTC PATREONJoin our Patreon for bonus episodes, industry survival guides and feedback on your film projects.Our new 4 tier structure is in place. Come join the community!https://www.patreon.com/thefilmmakerspodcast EVENTS & CROWDFUNDERSLove without Walls – Support Jane Gull – https://greenlit.com/project/love-without-wallsGranada Nights – Support indie filmmaker Abid Khan feature debut out in cinemas nowhttp://granadanights.com/Join the Female Film Club online community here: https://www.femalefilmclub.com/Join us on ClubHouse on Thursday’s 6.30 here: GMT https://www.joinclubhouse.com/event/M5X0Qzvx SUPPORT THE PODCASTRead & Sign Up for The Wrap Up – Our weekly Newsletter with news and information from the world of filmSpread the Word with Our Merch T-Shirts, Hoodies, Mugs, Masks and Water Bottles all now available in some very cool designs.Subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Podbean, or wherever you get your podcasts.Help us out and write us a review (a good one!), tell your friends and CHOOSE FILM.Get in touch? Email us thefilmmakerspodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter Facebook and InstagramCheck out our full episode archive at TheFilmmakersPodcast.com CREDITSThe Filmmakers Podcast is hosted and written by Giles Alderson @gilesaldersonProduced by Giles Alderson, Robbie McKane @robbiemckane & Samuel Evans @SamuelHEvans_Edited by @tobiasveesSocial Media by Kalli Pasqualucci @kallieepLogo and Banner Art by Lois Creative Theme Music by John J. HarveyPart of the www.podfixnetwork.squarespace.com WATCH OUR FILMSThe Dare UK | TrailerThe Dare Canada and USAA Serial Killers Guide to Life | TrailerArthur & Merlin: Knights of CamelotWinter Ridge UKThe IsleFanged UpThe MarkerStar Wars: Origins MORE FROM OUR FRIENDSFollow our Regular Hosts @LucindaRhodes @DirDomLenoir @35mmdop @philmblog @IanSharp1 @Cjamesdirect @dan710thsFollow Make Your Film for Live Events with our Guests @makeyourfilm20 Follow our Movies @thedaremovie @Food4ThoughtDoc @FangedUpFilmRaindance events www.raindance.orgThe Filmmakers Podcast recommends Performance InsuranceMusic from musicbed.comGiles Alderson’s websiteHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 31, 2021 • 60min

How to Turn your Short Film into a Feature Film with Surge director & writer Aneil Karia

Today on The Filmmaker’s Podcast, Giles Alderson and his co-host Dom Lenoir chat with Aneil Karia, the writer and director of Surge starring Ben Whishaw, which premiered at the World Competition at Sundance Film Festival 2020.They dive deep into how Aneil turned his short Beat into an award-winning feature. He discusses how they developed the script, how the thematic heart of the film drove the writing process, how they raised the money and what it was like to work with Ben Whishaw (Perfume: The Story of a Murderer; Skyfall).Aneil also talks about his inspiring filmmaking journey. What it’s like to be at the beginning of your career. That it’s also necessary to learn what you don’t want to do. And why it’s important to stay true to yourself along the wayEPISODE LINKSWatch SURGE now | TrailerWebsite OUR SPONSORSCoin CornerWith an easy-to-use site and a friendly customer support team on hand to help, CoinCorner is a quick and easy way to buy Bitcoin in the UK. You can sign up and buy Bitcoin in under 10 minutes!Bitcoin is the best performing asset of the last decade – outperforming gold, silver and many others – so if you’re looking to buy Bitcoin, CoinCorner is here to make the process simple.Visit CoinCorner.com and enter code “FILMBTC” at sign up for some free sats – or small amounts of bitcoin – to get you started.Coin Corner link URL: coincorner.com/filmbtcCode: FILMBTC PATREONJoin our Patreon for bonus episodes, industry survival guides and feedback on your film projects.Our new 4 tier structure is in place. Come join the community!https://www.patreon.com/thefilmmakerspodcastEVENTS & CROWDFUNDERSLove without Walls – Support Jane Gull – https://greenlit.com/project/love-without-wallsGranada Nights – Support indie filmmaker Abid Khan feature debut out in cinemas nowhttp://granadanights.com/Join the Female Film Club online community here: https://www.femalefilmclub.com/Join us on ClubHouse on Thursday’s 6.30 here: GMT https://www.joinclubhouse.com/event/M5X0Qzvx SUPPORT THE PODCASTRead & Sign Up for The Wrap Up – Our weekly Newsletter with news and information from the world of filmSpread the Word with Our Merch T-Shirts, Hoodies, Mugs, Masks and Water Bottles all now available in some very cool designs.Subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Podbean, or wherever you get your podcasts.Help us out and write us a review (a good one!), tell your friends and CHOOSE FILM.Get in touch? Email us thefilmmakerspodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter Facebook and InstagramCheck out our full episode archive at TheFilmmakersPodcast.com CREDITSThe Filmmakers Podcast is hosted, written and produced by Giles Alderson @gilesaldersonEdited by @tobiasveesSocial Media by Kalli Pasqualucci @kallieepLogo and Banner Art by Lois Creative Theme Music by John J. HarveyPart of the www.podfixnetwork.squarespace.com WATCH OUR FILMSThe Dare UK | TrailerThe Dare Canada and USAA Serial Killers Guide to Life | TrailerArthur & Merlin: Knights of CamelotWinter Ridge UKThe IsleFanged UpThe MarkerStar Wars: Origins MORE FROM OUR FRIENDSFollow our Regular Hosts @LucindaRhodes @DirDomLenoir @35mmdop @philmblog @IanSharp1 @Cjamesdirect @dan710thsFollow Make Your Film for Live Events with our Guests @makeyourfilm20 Follow our Movies @thedaremovie @Food4ThoughtDoc @FangedUpFilmRaindance events www.raindance.orgThe Filmmakers Podcast recommends Performance InsuranceMusic from musicbed.comGiles Alderson’s websiteHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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